England has called up Matthew Potts and Shoaib Basheer for the final Ashes Test. The England Cricket Board announced a 12-member squad for the Sydney Test. With key fast bowlers Mark Wood, Jofra Archer, and Gus Atkinson unavailable, Matthew Potts could get an opportunity in the playing XI. However, the final playing XI will be decided based on the pitch …

Pakistan Taekwondo Federation (PTF) has unanimously elected Colonel Nabeel Ahmed Rana as its new president, while Najia Rasool was chosen as the general secretary. During the PTF General Council meeting, Secretary of the Army Fitness and Sports Directorate, Colonel Nabeel Ahmed Rana, was elected president unopposed. Known for his strong command in sports administration and effective management, his election is …

Australian Test cricketer Usman Khawaja has announced his retirement from international cricket, while also reflecting on instances of racial discrimination and expressing his disappointment with past treatment by former players and the media. Speaking at the announcement, Khawaja said, “I have always felt different within the Australian team, even until now, and it was largely because of my background. I …

Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has announced its 15-member squad for the upcoming T20 series against West Indies and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The national selection committee confirmed that Afghanistan will host a three-match T20 series against West Indies from January 19 to 22 in the United Arab Emirates as a warm-up ahead of the World Cup. Rashid …

The 11th Begum Kulsum Saifullah Khan National Ranking Tennis Championships 2025 commenced today at the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) Tennis Complex in Islamabad and will continue until January 7, 2026. Organized annually in memory of the late Begum Kulsum Saifullah Khan, mother of Senator Salim Saifullah Khan, the tournament holds special emotional significance for the family. Senator Salim Saifullah Khan …

The management of Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise Multan Sultans is expected to be led by former Pakistan captain Rameez Raja, with a coaching team including Abdul Razzaq, Mushtaq Ahmed, and Taufiq Umar. According to sources, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has also reached out to two or three more players to confirm availability for the upcoming PSL season. Abdul …

Pakistani fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi, representing Brisbane Heat in the Big Bash League, has sustained a knee injury, the team confirmed. Brisbane Heat stated that Shaheen will undergo a medical re-evaluation upon the team’s return from Adelaide. The franchise emphasized that his condition will be closely monitored before resuming any competitive action. Sources indicate that ahead of the T20 …

The closing ceremony of the 50th Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Polo and Tent Pegging Championship 2025 was held at Jinnah Polo Fields in Lahore, with Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir as the chief guest. The event was attended by Federal Interior Minister, Chief Secretary Punjab, senior military and civil officials, …

Pakistan’s Rashid Naseem made history in 2025 by setting 25 new world records in just one year, reinforcing his position as the country’s top record-holder. According to official data from Guinness World Records, Naseem remains Pakistan’s leading record-breaker, with 25 of the 43 total global records set by Pakistani athletes in 2025 credited to him. Overall, Naseem and his family …

Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has been named Middle East Best Footballer of the Year for the third consecutive year, receiving the honor at the Globe Soccer Awards ceremony held in Dubai. Ronaldo outshone notable players including Karim Benzema, Salem Al-Dawsari, and Riyad Mahrez to claim the prestigious award. During 2025, he scored a total of 40 goals across all …

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) players continued their impressive performance at the National Junior Badminton Championship, advancing to the semifinals across multiple age categories. The championship is being held under the auspices of the Pakistan Badminton Federation. In the Under-15 category, KP’s Hasnain Khan defeated fellow provincial player Ikram Allah 2-0. In the Under-17 quarterfinals, Abdul Haseeb Khan overcame WAPDA’s Khuzema Shehzad …

Sania Ashfaq, wife of former national cricketer Imad Wasim, has publicly addressed her marital issues, revealing the emotional toll on her and their children following their separation. In a social media post, Sania stated that her home has been disrupted, her children have been deprived of their father, and their five-month-old infant has yet to be held by him. She …

Pakistan’s Olympic javelin throw champion Arshad Nadeem was awarded the prestigious Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Award during the 17th Dubai Sports World Summit, in the presence of renowned figures from the global sports community. The award was presented by Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, son of the Ruler of Dubai, in recognition of Arshad Nadeem’s historic achievement …

The curator of the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) has expressed surprise and disappointment following the premature conclusion of the Boxing Day Test between Australia and England, which ended in just two days. The unexpected result has sparked widespread debate over the pitch conditions, drawing criticism toward both the Melbourne Cricket Club and the curator. Matthew Page, the MCG curator, spoke …

Mona Khan, a Pakistani journalist, has achieved a historic milestone by setting a Guinness World Record at the London Marathon, completing the 42.2 kilometre race within the designated time and bringing global recognition to Pakistan. In a remarkable display of determination and endurance, Mona Khan not only completed the marathon but also carried Pakistan’s green crescent-and-star flag during the race. …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a 15-member national squad for the upcoming T20 series against Sri Lanka. Salman Ali Agha will captain the side, while wicketkeeper-batsman Khawaja Nafees has been included in the T20 squad for the first time. Shadab Khan returns to the squad following shoulder surgery. Notably, Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi are not part of …

Pakistani youth Ahsan Yaseen emerged victorious in the Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Youth Camel Race, held as part of the 54th edition of the Sharjah Camel Racing Festival. The event saw participation from young riders representing over 50 countries. The 18-year-old completed the 2-kilometre race in 3 minutes and 47 seconds, securing the Golden Camel Trophy. He also earned a …

Cricket Australia faces a potential $10 million loss following the early conclusion of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, according to local media reports. The match ended on the second day after England defeated Australia by four wickets, leading to ticket refunds for over 90,000 fans that had planned to attend the third day. Many had also …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has completed the technical evaluation of bids for two new Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchises, paving the way for the next stage of the league’s expansion. A total of 12 bids were received from investors around the world, of which 10 met the technical requirements and have been declared eligible to participate in the auction. …

England defeated Australia by four wickets in the fourth Test of the Ashes series at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, recording their first Test win on Australian soil in 15 years. The victory helped England reduce the series deficit to 3-1. On the second day of the match, Australia was bowled out for 132 in their second innings, setting England a …

The Multan Sultans have officially parted ways with the Pakistan Super League (PSL) as the contract of the franchise, the league’s most expensive, comes to an end. The formal completion of the agreement is set for December 31. Franchise owner Ali Tareen, who had been openly critical of PSL operations and one league official through podcasts and social media, decided …

Questions have been raised over the ages of several Afghan Under-19 cricketers after the Asia Cup in the UAE, with some players appearing older than their stated age ahead of the Under-19 World Cup. Former Pakistan fast bowler Rana Naved-ul-Hasan, who served as a development coach with the Afghanistan Cricket Board for three years, shared mixed views on the issue …

Pakistan’s mystery spinner Abrar Ahmed will not take part in the 12th edition of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), media reports said on Friday. According to reports, Abrar was picked by Chattogram Royals during the players’ draft, but his name was included in the auction list without his prior consent. When the franchise contacted him, Abrar made it clear that …

A dramatic opening day of the fourth Ashes Test between Australia and England saw 20 wickets fall at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, raising doubts over whether the match will last the full five days, according to match officials and scorecard details. England captain Ben Stokes won the toss and chose to bat first. However, Australia were bowled out for 152 …

The Bihar cricket team created a new world record in List A cricket by scoring 574 runs in a 50-over match. The record-breaking innings came during the Vijay Hazare Trophy match against Arunachal Pradesh, where Bihar piled up a massive total of 574 runs. Webhu Suryavanshi of Bihar played a sensational innings, scoring 190 runs off just 84 balls, while …

Afghanistan’s star spinner Rashid Khan has revealed surprising details about his personal security during a conversation with former England captain Kevin Pietersen. Rashid Khan said that he cannot freely walk the streets of Kabul like ordinary citizens and must use a bulletproof vehicle for his protection. During the conversation, Pietersen asked whether Rashid could move freely in the streets of …

Renowned sports photographer and football enthusiast Malina Maria Guler has passed away at the age of 27. According to international news agencies, the Romania-based photographer died after falling from the seventh floor of a rented apartment. Authorities have yet to release an official statement regarding the circumstances of the incident. Media reports suggest that Guler had been facing personal challenges, …

India’s star batsman Virat Kohli has added another milestone to his illustrious career, surpassing former captain Sachin Tendulkar in List A cricket. Kohli, representing Delhi in India’s domestic List A tournament, the Vijay Hazare Trophy, scored a century in the match played in Bangalore. This marked his 58th List A century. During this innings, Kohli also crossed the 16,000-run mark …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is expected to announce the national team for the scheduled T20 series against Sri Lanka in the first week of January. According to details, Pakistan and Sri Lanka are set to play three T20 matches on January 7, 9, and 11 in Dambulla. Selectors have already started consultations on player selection for the series. Shadab …

Pakistan’s victorious Under-19 cricket team, fresh from their Asia Cup triumph over India, will depart for Zimbabwe tonight to participate in upcoming international competitions. The team will fly from Islamabad to Harare, where they will take part in a tri-nation series featuring Afghanistan and Zimbabwe. The opening match of the series, between Afghanistan and Zimbabwe, is scheduled for December 25, …

Pakistan women’s cricket team’s prominent wicketkeeper-batter Sidra Nawaz has married Ghiyas Khan, embarking on a new journey in her personal life. The Nikah ceremony took place in Lahore, attended by close family members, relatives, and friends. Sources reported that the event was conducted in a simple yet joyful atmosphere, with family and relatives offering their heartfelt blessings to the couple. …

Global football legend Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodriguez have purchased two luxury villas in Saudi Arabia, media reports confirmed. The properties are part of the Red Sea International project, located within the Nojouma Ritz-Carlton Reserve. These residences are built on private islands approximately 26 kilometers from the mainland, accessible only by boat or yacht. Nojouma features a total …

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced an investigation into allegations of excessive alcohol consumption by England players during the Ashes series in Australia. According to international media Reports suggest that the team spent four nights in Noosa, a coastal city in Queensland, between the second and third Test matches, where questions were raised about some players’ off-field …

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi said that Indian players provoked Pakistani players during the Under-19 Asia Cup final and that the matter would be reported to the International Cricket Council (ICC). Speaking to the media at a reception hosted by the Prime Minister to honor Pakistan’s victorious Under-19 team, Naqvi emphasized the importance of keeping politics separate from …

Pakistani rowers delivered an outstanding performance at the Thailand International Rowing Regatta, winning a total of 20 medals, including 14 golds, across various categories. The three-day event saw participation from over 200 rowers representing eight countries. Under the guidance of coach Asghar Ali, the Pakistani team showcased exceptional skill and competitiveness throughout the regatta. Fariid Muhammad Arif emerged as the …

Pakistan Under-19 cricket team mentor and former national captain Sarfraz Ahmed broke his silence on Monday regarding India’s behavior during the Asia Cup 2025 final, describing it as unsportsmanlike and contrary to cricketing ethics. The remarks came after the Prime Minister hosted a reception to honor Pakistan’s victorious U19 team, with Shahbaz Sharif personally welcoming all players. Chairman of the …

Former England cricket captain Andrew Strauss has remarried, seven years after the death of his first wife, Ruth Strauss. The 48-year-old tied the knot with 30-year-old Antonia Linus-Pet in a private ceremony in the scenic town of Franschhoek, South Africa. The wedding was an intimate affair attended only by family members of both sides. Speaking about the ceremony, Strauss said …

The Pakistan Under-19 cricket team celebrated their Asia Cup 2025 triumph in style after defeating India by 191 runs in the final held in Dubai. Following the victory, the young players were seen dancing to the popular song “FA9LA” from the film Dharrindhar, capturing their joy and excitement. The Asia Cricket Council shared the celebration video on social media, where …

Pakistan produced a commanding performance to defeat India in the final of the ACC Under-19 Asia Cup, securing their first title in the tournament’s history. Chasing Pakistan’s total of 348, India’s batting lineup collapsed, finishing all out for 156 in 26.2 overs. Dipesh Devindern, batting at number 10, was the top scorer with 36, while opener Vibhe Suryavanshi contributed 26 …

Australia defeated England by 82 runs in the third Test of the Ashes series to secure an unassailable 3-0 lead, cricket officials and sources reported. In the Adelaide match, Australia set England a target of 435 runs to win. However, the visiting side was bowled out for 352 in their second innings. England’s notable performances came from Zak Crawley, who …