Pakistan’s esports legend Arslan “Ash” Siddiqui added another feather to his esteemed career by winning the “Jemputan Tekken 7 Championship” in Sepang, Malaysia on Sunday. The Tekken 7 veteran was down against Kkokkoma 2-0 in winners round 2 initially, however, he made a strong comeback with his Kunimitsu prevailing over LowHigh’s Shaheen 3-1 in the grand final. Last week, Siddiqui …

As hearts met and dreams shone over the past seven days, the 4th Asian Para Games closed here on Saturday night. 3,021 athletes from 44 countries and regions took part in the Hangzhou Asian Para Games, which marked the second time that China has hosted the continental para multi-sports event following its inaugural edition in 2010. Let’s have a glimpse …

Pakistan head coach Mickey Arthur warned against a “witch hunt” targeting captain Babar Azam and team management after the South Asian side suffered their fourth consecutive defeat at the One-Day International Cricket World Cup. Denting their semi-final hopes, Pakistan lost by one wicket against an in-form South African team in a thrilling contest in India’s Chennai on Friday. After defeats …

HANGZHOU: Asian Paralympic Committee (APC) President Majid Rashed declared the 4th Asian Para Games closed here on Saturday. “I said that I thought this would be the biggest and best Asian Para Games ever. But it has surpassed my expectations,” Rashed said in his speech during the closing ceremony at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center Stadium. “Everything that has been …

The widely popular T10 will make its foray in Sri Lanka for the first time with the highly-anticipated Player Auction for the inaugural season of Lanka T10 set to take place on Friday, November 10th, 2023. The exciting T10 format has captured the imagination of cricket fans globally and now, the thrilling tournament will spread its magic in the beautiful …

For Pakistan-born Zimbabwean all-rounder Sikandar Raza, the highly-anticipated seventh edition of Abu Dhabi T10 is another chance to play his favourite sport at his ‘home away from home’. Raza has been a part of ‘Cricket’s Fastest Format’ for the past few years and has garnered massive popularity among local fans. Last season, the right-handed batter was also named the Captain …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Thursday urged fans to rally behind the Green Shirts following three consecutive losses in the World Cup. Pakistan has lost three consecutive World Cup matches against India, Australia and Afghanistan after winning its first two matches against Sri Lanka and Netherlands. The latest string of defeats has dropped them to the fifth spot in …

GENEVA: Chinese player Wang Lili was named MVP of the 2023 FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series, the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) announced on Wednesday. “Chinese talisman Lili Wang was elected MVP for the fourth edition of the FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series decided by a panel of players and fans on October 24, 2023,” FIBA announced. Wang led China to “an incredibly …

HANGZHOU: 52-year-old Japanese cyclist Keiko Sugiura believes that she has yet to approach the end of her career after clinching two medals and breaking the Games record twice at the ongoing Hangzhou Asian Para Games. Sugiura claimed a silver medal in the women’s C1-3 3000m individual pursuit on October 23 after dashing the previous C3 class record in the qualifying …

BEIJING: China aims to develop outdoor sports into a three-trillion-yuan (about 418 billion U.S. dollars) industry by 2025, according to an action plan released by the government on Tuesday. The action plan, which covers the period from 2023 to 2025, seeks to boost the construction of outdoor sports facilities and improve outdoor sports services. The plan proposes that by 2025, …

HANGZHOU: The 4th Asian Para Games is held from Oct.22 to Oct.28 in Hangzhou, south China’s Zhejiang Province. Here are some of the touching moments of Day 2. Iran’s Roza Ebrahimi (L) celebrates after winning the Women’s K44 57KG Gold Medal Contest of Taekwondo against Kazakhstan’s Kamilya Dosmalova at the 4th Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, east China’s Zhejiang Province, …

Indian cricketing hero and spin great Bishan Singh Bedi has died aged 77, sports minister Anurag Thakur said on Monday, calling it a “huge loss” to the sport. “Former captain of the Indian Cricket team, a bowler who was always remembered by the nation, Bishan Singh Bedi, is no more,” Thakur, former president of the Board of Control for Cricket …

SYDNEY: The official draw for the 2024 United Cup tennis tournament concluded here on Monday, with results revealing that debutants China will clash with Novak Djokovic-led Serbia and the Czech team headlined by Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova in the group stage. The second edition of the United Cup is scheduled to run from Dec. 29, 2023, to Jan. 7, 2024, …

BUDAPEST: The curtains drew to a close on a thrilling finale at the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup here on Sunday, with China’s Qin Haiyang and Australia’s Kaylee McKeown clinching the men’s and women’s overall series titles, respectively. In the men’s category, Qin secured the top spot, closely followed by Italian swimmer Thomas Ceccon and South Africa’s Matthew Sates. Qin …

HANGZHOU: The 4th Asian Para Games, which opened in the east Chinese city of Hangzhou on Sunday night, is set to witness a giant leap forward for China’s para-sports. The host nation will be represented by 221 male and 218 female athletes in all 397 events across 22 sports, and their goal is “to win gold and show great spirit”. …

Indian policeman stopped a Pakistani fan from raising slogans of ‘Pakistan Zindabad’ in the stadium while watching a World Cup match, revealing the Indian administration’s discrimination. In a recent incident during the ODI World Cup 2023 in India, Pakistani cricket fans encountered a disturbing incident of alleged discrimination. During Pakistan’s match, a Pakistani supporter was prevented from chanting the slogan …

Following massive backlash after Muhammad Rizwan’s social media post on the Israel-Palestine conflict, Pakistan cricket team players raised their voices against Israeli brutality and in support of Palestine. The Men in Green including Shadab Khan, Muhammad Nawaz, Osama Mir and Haris Rauf, currently in India for the ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2023, posted the Palestinian flag on microblogging website …

Ahead of their ICC World Cup 2023 match against Australia scheduled for October 20 in Bengaluru, the Pakistan cricket team received a significant morale boost. According to reports, opening batter Fakhar Zaman and leg spinner Usama Mir are fully fit and available for selection for the Australia match. The Green Shirts will rest today, after reaching Bengaluru from Ahmedabad, but …

In a blow to the excitement of cricket fans and their respective teams, the 2023 ODI World Cup has seen two key players sidelined due to unfortunate injuries. Sri Lanka’s Dasun Shanaka has been ruled out of the ODI World Cup 2023 due to a thigh injury while scans have confirmed Kiwi captain, Kane Williamson’s finger fracture. During New Zealand’s …

Cricket and flag football were among five sports added to the programme for the 2028 Los Angeles Games on Monday after being approved by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) as it looks to tap into new global audiences. Lacrosse, squash and baseball-softball were also approved at an IOC meeting in Mumbai, having been proposed by 2028 organisers. Under IOC rules, …

Former Pakistan captain, Misbah ul Haq, has expressed his opinion on a possible change team management can make for the upcoming clash against India in the ongoing ICC World Cup 2023. The performance of Pakistan’s spin bowlers has been under close scrutiny, particularly due to their inability to make an impact against India, resulting in a wicketless display. Misbah specifically …

MUMBAI: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has confirmed his country’s interest in hosting the 2036 Summer Olympics. “India is very excited to organize an Olympics,” Modi said during his address at the opening of the 141st International Olympic Committee (IOC) session in Mumbai on Saturday night. “India will leave no stone unturned in our efforts to organize the 2036 Olympics.” …

Pakistan’s cricket sensation and national team captain, Babar Azam, is celebrating his 29th birthday today as he leads his team in the intense moment of the ICC World Cup 2023 in India. Born on October 15, 1994, Babar Azam has been an exceptional talent in the world of cricket. On his special day, he received warm wishes and congratulations from …

Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah expressed his delight at receiving praise from the legendary Pakistani pacer Waqar Younis. Bumrah’s comments came after he was awarded the Player of the Match following India’s 7-wicket victory over Pakistan at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad during the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023. Babar Azam’s 50 became Pakistan’s only saving grace as …

Pakistan is on the edge of their seats as they prepare for the colossal Pakistan-India cricket clash. While the stadium may be in India, fervent cricket fans in Pakistan are eagerly gearing up for the showdown. The stage is set for one of cricket’s most intense rivalries as Pakistan and India gear up for their monumental showdown at the Narendra …

Babar Azam has declared his negligence as the cause of his failure in the recent matches instead of opponent’s bowling tactics. Captain Babar Azam has taken responsibility for his recent dismissals in the ODI World Cup 2023, candidly admitting that his own mistakes are to blame. Despite being one of Pakistan’s most talented batters, Babar Azam’s performances in the first two …

Defiant Pakistan captain Babar Azam declared on Friday that “records are meant to be broken” as his team looks to break free of India’s World Cup stranglehold when the bitter rivals clash on Saturday. India boast a 7-0 record over their neighbours in World Cups despite Pakistan having a healthy 73-56 overall advantage since their first one-day international clash back …

Amid the threats to the Ahmedabad cricket stadium during the Pakistan-India match, the Ahmedabad City Police Chief G S Malik has issued a notification declaring the city as a ‘No Drone Fly Zone’ from 6 am to 12 midnight on October 14. Earlier, Mumbai Police received an email threatening to blow up Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Narendra …

Cricket fever has gripped Ahmedabad ahead of Saturday’s World Cup group stage clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan and a visit to the hospitals near the venue of the match in the western Indian city clearly shows the degree of excitement. Quite a few hospitals have seen a sudden influx of patients booked in for check-ups involving a night’s stay …

The veteran Pakistani all-rounder Shoaib Malik has expressed his desire to break West Indies legend Chris Gayle’s T20 run record. According to sources, Malik was asked if he would play in the National T20 Cup this year, and he replied, “Yes.” When asked why he desires to play in the tournament, the 41-year-old stated that he wants to break Chris …

The Pakistan women’s team is set to embark on their Bangladesh tour, with the Selection Committee and captain Nida Dar finalizing a 15-member squad. According to media reports, the national women’s team sees the return of seasoned players Iram Javed and Bismah Maroof, bolstering the setup for the tour. The squad features a blend of experience and youth, with names …

After the historic victory against Sri Lanka in the World Cup 2023, Zaka Ashraf, Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) Management Committee, is leaving for India tomorrow to witness Pakistan’s match against India at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Saturday, October 14. According to a press release issued by the PCB, Zaka Ashraf made the decision to …

The excitement is reaching a fever pitch as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) gears up for a grand spectacle in the lead-up to the highly anticipated India vs. Pakistan ODI World Cup 2023 clash. In a bid to make up for the absence of an opening ceremony for the tournament, the BCCI has decided to treat …

A 104-year-old lady from Chicago, named Dorothy Hoffner, recently passed away in her sleep. She had become famous for doing something incredible she went skydiving at her age, and it could have been a world record! She did this exciting jump from an airplane 13,500 feet in the air. Dorothy’s friend, Joe Conant, who was also a nurse, fondly called …

RIYADH: The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) submitted a letter of intent (LOI) on Monday and signed a declaration to FIFA to bid for the 2034 World Cup. Saudi Arabia first announced its intention to bid for the 2034 edition of the football tournament last Wednesday, and the letter of intent – signed by SAFF President Yasser Al Misehal – …

Pakistani clim­bers Naila Kiani and Sir­baz Khan survived an avalanche near the summit of Tibet’s Shishap­a­ngma peak (8,027 met­res), but two climbers from the US and Nepal died, and two others from the US and Nepal went missing after massive avalanches engulfed the main climbing route. Mr Sirbaz and Ms Kiani were part of the Imagine Nepal expedition team, commencing …

Pakistan’s coach, Mickey Arthur, brings extensive knowledge of Sri Lanka’s cricket team, having led them from December 2019 to November 2021. As Pakistan faces Sri Lanka in the World Cup, Arthur acknowledges his deep understanding of the opposition’s strengths and weaknesses. He emphasized the need for strategic plans to overcome a formidable Sri Lankan side. Pakistan’s World Cup campaign started …

The organisers of the 50-overs World Cup in India are working to secure visas for fans and media from Pakistan, the governing International Cricket Council (ICC) said after complaints from the Pakistan board. Visas for the Pakistan team were granted barely 48 hours before they left for what is their first tour of India since the T20 World Cup in …

The fascinating aspect of cricket lies in how players are celebrated, scrutinized, and at times, excessively praised. While there are cricketers who consistently perform exceptionally at the top level, there are others who often find themselves in the limelight without necessarily deserving the attention they receive. Here are the cricketers from each team who are overrated in world cricket. Suryakumar …

Renowned Pakistani mountaineer, Shehroze Kashif, has achieved yet another remarkable feat in his journey by successfully summiting Mount Cho Oyo. The 21-year-old climber is on the verge of breaking a world record, aiming to become the youngest mountaineer to conquer all 14 peaks above 8,000 meters. This latest triumph adds to his growing reputation in the mountaineering community, following his …