Pakistan’s cricket team’s captain Shaheen Shah Afridi penned a warm love note for his wife Ansha Shahid on their first nikah anniversary. Taking to his social media handles on Saturday, February 3, first-choice pacer of the national side, Shaheen Shah Afridi dedicated a warm note to his soulmate and lifeline, Ansha Shahid, as the two marked a year of being …

DOHA: Following their impressive performance that helped China clinch the team acrobatic gold, twin sisters Wang Liuyi and Wang Qianyi secured a back-to-back victory in the duet technical event at the World Aquatics Championships here on Monday. Accompanied by traditional Chinese music, the twins showcased a performance themed “Lotus,” blending softness with strength to earn a remarkable score of 266.0484. …

In a dazzling spectacle of love and camaraderie, Pakistani woman cricketer Javeria Khan exchanged vows in a grand wedding ceremony held in the heart of Karachi. The star-studded event, attended by fellow cricketers, close relatives, and friends, has set social media abuzz with enchanting glimpses of the joyous occasion. Javeria, the blushing bride, stole the spotlight in an ethereal off-white …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is set to witness the election of its new chairman during a special meeting of the PCB Governing Board scheduled for tomorrow at 2:00 PM. The key huddle will be hosted at the prestigious National Cricket Academy, serving as the backdrop for what promises to be a significant moment in Pakistani cricket administration. The responsibility …

SCANDICCI, Italy: China’s volleyball star spiker Zhu Ting scored seven points as Scandicci defeated bottom-ranked Trentino 3-0 in Italian Serie A1 volleyball league on Sunday. “Zhu Ting is the strongest player in the world, she is playing good, I know she can make a difference in important matches,” Scandicci’s head coach Massimo Barbolini said after the 25-18, 25-13, 25-17 victory. …

Cricket enthusiasts can mark their calendars as the eagerly anticipated 9th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) gears up for ticket sales starting 6th February 2024. How to buy tickets for PSL 9. The process of obtaining passes has been streamlined, allowing fans to conveniently pre-book online through pcb.tcs.com.pk from 1700 PKT onwards. In a departure from the norm, …

India eased past Pakistan 4-0 in their World Group I play-off tie Sunday, as they proved superior in both doubles and singles on Islamabad’s grass courts. A dominant India never looked back after winning both singles matches on Saturday, taking their overall record in the Davis Cup against Pakistan to 8-0. The Indian pair of Saketh Myneni and Yuki Bhambri …

BEIJING: Gary Bettman, commissioner of the North American Professional Hockey League (NHL), announced that NHL players will participate in the 2026 and 2030 Winter Olympics, while the International Olympic Committee (IOC) welcomed the decision reached by relevant parties On Saturday. The NHL chief made the announcement in Toronto, saying “We know how important international competition is to our players.” “The …

Pakistan former captain Misbahul Haq said on Saturday that Pakistan are having good chances in the upcoming T20 World Cup, slated to happen on June 1. Addressing the press conference in Karachi, Haq said, “We are having a good T20 side. However, there is a need to focus on our spin bowling.” He said, “The players are focusing more on …

Amid significant personal transitions, renowned Indian tennis star Sania Mirza has taken to social media to share a powerful message of self-love and strength, encouraging her followers to value themselves and recognize the inner resilience that lies within. The inspirational post comes in the wake of public discussions surrounding Sania Mirza’s recent divorce from Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik, who announced …

Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam on Friday praised Fakhar Zaman, saying the latter mounts pressure on the opponents on his day. During a live session on Twitter Space, Azam said, “The innings against Australia are memorable.” Speaking about his role model, he said, “My father is a role model for me. I am more close to my father, but I …

Former South Africa captain Dean Elgar has opened up about a surprising and heated incident with former India captain Virat Kohli during a Test series in 2015. Elgar claims that Kohli “spat” on him during the first Test at the IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali, part of South Africa’s tour of India. In a recent appearance on the “Banter, with …

The Indian tennis team has landed in Islamabad to participate in the crucial Davis Cup Group I tie against Pakistan, scheduled to take place on February 3-4 at the Sports Complex Grass Court. This development follows months of uncertainty, reluctance, and intense efforts by the All-Indian Tennis Association (AITA) to shift the venue to a neutral location. The AITA left …

THE HAGUE: Chinese grandmaster Wei Yi claimed the Tata Steel Chess Tournament title for the first time in the Netherlands on Sunday, beating Gukesh Dommaraju from India in a sensational tiebreak decider. It was the 86th edition of the prestigious chess tournament held at Wijk aan Zee, a village on the Dutch west coast. In the final, the 24-year-old grandmaster …

Shamar Joseph’s exceptional talent took center stage, orchestrating a remarkable sequence of events that left Australia astonished at the Gabba. The West Indies, after 27 years, clinched a historic Test victory against Australia, prevailing by a mere nine runs. The pursuit of a modest 216 for a decisive 2-0 series triumph seemed well within Australia’s grasp, with the hosts comfortably positioned …

The vibrant city of Karachi recently played host to a landmark event with its first World Athletics-approved marathon, attracting over 1000 participants across various categories. In the spotlight was Aamir Sohail, who emerged victorious in the gruelling 42.2-kilometer full marathon. Clocking in at an impressive 2 hours, 36 minutes, and 9 seconds, Sohail secured the top spot, with Israr Khatak …

Pakistan,s first-ever international female Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Fighter, Anita Karim, defeated Italy’s Adriana Fusini on Friday at Bangkok’s iconic Lumpinee Stadium in Thailand. The Girl from Hunza Valley made the nation proud with a remarkable win. The MMA fighter has previously won many accolades at local and international levels, the athlete emerged victorious at the Pakistan Grappling Challenge during …

In a shocking turn of events, Vince McMahon, the iconic figure behind the global wrestling phenomenon WWE, has resigned from his executive role at both WWE and its parent company, TKO Group Holdings. The resignation comes in the wake of grave allegations, including accusations of sex trafficking and rape, levied against McMahon by former WWE employee Janel Grant. According to …

In an extraordinary gathering of cricket excellence, Edgbaston is set to host the highly anticipated World Championship of Legends (WCL) this summer. Featuring luminaries like Shahid Afridi, Yuvraj Singh, and Kevin Pietersen, the T20 tournament is approved by the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB)on showcasing retired and non-contracted players from cricketing powerhouses England, India, Pakistan, Australia, West Indies, and …

Fortune Barisal, a prominent franchise in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), has vehemently refuted allegations of match-fixing involving Pakistani all-rounder Shoaib Malik, labeling them as unfounded. The controversy stemmed from a social media post that claimed Malik’s contract with Barisal had been terminated due to fixing allegations. However, Barisal team’s media manager, Sikander, dismissed these claims as baseless. According to …

Fawad Hasan Fawad expresses concerns over FIFA Normalization Committee. Federal Minister for Inter-Provincial Coordination Fawad Hasan Fawad has expressed dissatisfaction with the performance of the FIFA Normalization Committee for Pakistan citing a failure to conduct elections in the past four years. In an exclusive interview, Minister Fawad revealed that he has written a letter to FIFA addressing these concerns. Highlighting his …

The International League T20 (ILT20) witnessed a joyous reunion as veteran pacer Muhammad Amir expressed his happiness at playing alongside the formidable Shaheen Shah Afridi in the same team. The much-anticipated partnership between the two Pakistani bowling stalwarts took fans down memory lane, as they last played together in international cricket back in 2020. However, this time, the duo showcased …

Shaheen Afridi’s deadly spell of three wickets for 22 runs and breezy knocks from Wanindu Hasaranga and Azam Khan guided Desert Vipers to a six-wicket win over defending champions Gulf Giants in the seventh match of the DP World ILT20 Season 2 at the Dubai International Stadium. The clash of the finalists of the first edition saw Afridi’s spell restrict …

MELBOURNE: China’s top-ranked tennis player Zheng Qinwen will make her top-10 debut when the WTA rankings are updated next Monday. Zheng reached her maiden Grand Slam singles semifinal after fighting back to down unseeded Anna Kalinskaya of Russia 6-7 (4), 6-3, 6-1 on Wednesday. The 21-year-old becomes the second player from the Chinese mainland to rank among the top 10, …

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chief Election Commissioner Shah Khawar has assumed the charge of his additional office of the acting chairman of the board. He was welcomed in the office by Chief Operating Officer Salman Naseer and directors of the board. The acting chairman will hold meetings with PCB officials on important matters. Khawar has been appointed to hold elections …

Former English fast bowler Ian Pont, who currently runs a fast bowling academy in England, has shared that they use video clips of Pakistan’s emerging fast bowler Muhammad Zeeshan to motivate young talents at their academy. In a recent podcast on social media, Ian Pont mentioned that we use his video clips to demonstrate the correct way to bowl. We’ve …

Pakistan men’s hockey team has ascended one place in the International Hockey Federation (FIH) rankings, landing at 15th after their recent participation in the Paris Olympics qualifiers held in Muscat, Oman. Despite the disappointment of failing to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics, the Green Shirts have shown resilience in the rankings. The current top three teams according to FIH …

The International Cricket Council (ICC) recently unveiled the Men’s Test and ODI Teams of the Year 2023, recognizing outstanding individual performances throughout the calendar year. However, to the dismay of Pakistani cricket fans, no players from Pakistan secured a spot in either team. Pat Cummins, the captain of the Test Team of the Year, led Australia to their historic World …

MELBOURNE: China’s Zhang Zhizhen made another piece of Chinese tennis history here on Tuesday when he and Tomas Machac of the Czech Republic produced a masterclass to reach the men’s doubles semifinals at the Australian Open. The unseeded pairing of Zhang and Machac overwhelmed Ariel Behar and Adam Pavlasek 6-3, 6-1 in a one-sided quarterfinal that lasted just one hour. …

Pakistan’s spinners ran through New Zealand to pick up a consolation 42-run win in the fifth and final Twenty20 international on Sunday and avoid a series clean sweep. The tourists lost the five-match series 4-1 but it ended on a positive note as they dismissed the Black Caps for a paltry 92 in defence of 134-8. Part-time offspinner Iftikhar Ahmed …

MELBOURNE, Australia: China’s Zhang Zhizhen and Tomas Machac of the Czech Republic stunned third seeds and former champions Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury in a men’s doubles thriller on Sunday to reach the quarterfinals at the Australian Open. The unseeded pairing of Zhang and Machac came from behind to win 3-6, 6-3, 6-2 in one hour and 36 minutes. Zhang, …

Following the resignation of Zaka Ashraf as a PCB chairman, the former Pakistan cricket team captain Moin Khan has entered the race for the chairmanship of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Sources close to the development reveal that Moin Khan has engaged in discussions with government officials, and is scheduled to visit Islamabad on Monday. It is anticipated that Moin …

In a recent turn of events, Pakistani cricketer Sarfaraz Ahmed has vehemently denied the circulating reports suggesting his farewell to Pakistan. Speaking exclusively to Samaa Digital, the former captain expressed his disbelief and dismay over the news, asserting that such reports are entirely baseless. “I can’t even think of leaving Pakistan. Confirm before running such fabricated news,” Sarfaraz Ahmed emphasised …

A Nishan-e-Haider Football Championship and talent hunt organized by the Pakistan Army is underway in North Waziristan. The 14-day tournament conducted by the Pakistan Army is being held in Miranshah of North Waziristan wherein 24 teams from the district, including Bannu and Lakki Marwat, are participating. The matches are being held at the Younis Khan Stadium in Miranshah and will …

In a surprising turn of events, renowned Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik has exchanged vows with popular Pakistani actor Sana Javed, adding a new chapter to his personal life. The nuptial ceremony, held on Saturday, January 20, was unveiled to the world through the athlete’s social media accounts. This union comes amidst swirling rumors surrounding Shoaib Malik’s relationship with former Indian …

New Zealand batters Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips scored unbeaten half-centuries to guide their side to a thumping seven-wicket win over Pakistan in the fourth T20 at the Hagley Oval on Friday. New Zealand extended their lead to 4-0 in the series after chasing the 159-run target in 18.1 overs. Pakistan’s captain Shaheen Afridi gave his team the early advantage …

The DP World ILT20 season 2, with a galaxy of star-studded teams, takes off from tomorrow January 19 (Friday). This one-month long contest consisting of six teams, is an Emirates Cricket Board’s event, and has a List A status granted by the International Cricket Council (ICC).  On Thursday, team captains and vice captains who assembled at the Dubai International Stadium …

The Pakistan cricket team reached here on Thursday from Dunedin for the last two T20I against New Zealand. The fourth T20I of the five-match series between Pakistan and New Zealand will take place at the Hagley Oval tomorrow, while the last match will be played at the same venue on Sunday. Notably, New Zealand attained an unassailable 3-0 lead in …

India’s explosive batter Suryakumar Yadav underwent a successful groin surgery in Munich, Germany yesterday to treat a sports hernia. The 33-year-old batter took to his official X (formerly Twitter) account to thank his fans for their concern and announced that he will return to the field soon. “I want to thank everyone for their concerns and well wishes for my …

New Zealand completed their Twenty20 series against Pakistan at the University Oval in Dunedin on Wednesday with two matches remaining after opener Finn Allen hit a career-high 137 off 62 balls. In the third game of the five-match series, the Black Caps were put into bat and triumphed by 45 runs after holding Pakistan to 179 for seven and amassing …