Tom Heaton signs one-year contract extension with Manchester United
Manchester United F.C. goalkeeper Tom Heaton has signed a one-year contract extension that will keep him at the Premier League club for the upcoming season. Heaton, who returned…
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PHF increases daily allowance for players on international tours
LAHORE: The Pakistan Hockey Federation has increased the daily allowance for players and officials on international tours to $110 per day as part of…
Iran football team arrives in Turkey for World Cup training camp
ANTALYA: Iran national football team arrived in southern Turkey on Monday for a pre-World Cup training camp and visa processing ahead of the 2026…
How might this World Cup be won on the pitch?
PARIS: The 2026 FIFA World Cup may be decided less by star power alone and more by tactical discipline, pressing systems and adaptability to…
Umar Gul dismisses rumours of feud with Shaheen Afridi during Bangladesh Test
Pakistan red-ball bowling coach Umar Gul has rejected speculation about a disagreement with fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi during the second Test against Bangladesh…
Jannik Sinner wins Italian Open to extend Masters 1000 streak
ROME: Jannik Sinner won the Italian Open on Sunday, beating Casper Ruud 6-4, 6-4 to claim a record-extending sixth consecutive Masters 1000 title and…
Decision on Mohsin Naqvi’s India visit expected this week
ISLAMABAD: A decision on PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi’s India visit is expected this week as Pakistan considers an ICC invitation for him to attend…
Aaron Rai wins first major title with late birdie surge at PGA Championship
Rai entered the final round without a top-10 finish in a major and had never placed better than 19th in 12 previous major starts.…
Brazil forward Neymar has dismissed criticism over his fitness as “nonsense”
Brazil forward Neymar has dismissed criticism over his fitness as “nonsense” and said he has done everything possible to prove he is ready for…
Pakistan’s higher education reforms face fresh scrutiny after 25 years
Nearly 25 years after Pakistan created the Higher Education Commission to reform universities and support a knowledge-based economy, education experts are calling for a…
Pakistan to host Billie Jean King Cup for first time in October
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan will host the Billie Jean King Cup for the first time in October, with 10 Asian women’s teams set to compete in…
Islamabad Jeep Club elects new leadership for two-year term
ISLAMABAD: Islamabad Jeep Club has elected its new leadership for a two-year term, with Dr Ehsan Kiani chosen as president after the club’s recent…
Iran, FIFA hold constructive talks on 2026 World Cup preparations
PARIS: FIFA and the Iranian Football Federation have held what both sides described as constructive talks over Iran’s preparations for the 2026 World Cup,…
Kami Rita Sherpa scales Mount Everest for record 32nd time
Kami Rita Sherpa, one of Nepal’s most experienced mountain guides, has climbed Mount Everest for a record 32nd time, breaking his own mark for…
Bangladesh extend lead to 249 against Pakistan in second Test
SYLHET: Bangladesh tightened their grip on the second Test against Pakistan by reaching 203-4 at lunch on day three, extending their overall lead to…
Pakistan hockey captain says wins over India could spark revival in Pro League
LAHORE: Pakistan hockey team captain Ammad Butt believes victories against India in next month’s FIH Pro League matches could help revive the country’s hockey…
Kane hat-trick leads Bayern Munich to 35th German title on Bundesliga final day
BERLIN: Harry Kane scored a hat-trick as Bayern Munich marked their 35th German title with a 5-1 win over Cologne on the final day…