The International Cricket Council (ICC) has fined Pakistan star batsman Babar Azam for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the third One-Day International against Sri Lanka. According to an ICC press release, Babar Azam was found guilty of a Level One breach under the Code of Conduct. He was penalized 10 percent of his match fee for hitting the …

Former Pakistan cricket captain Azhar Ali has resigned from his roles at the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), sources confirmed on Tuesday. According to PCB officials, Azhar Ali submitted his resignation citing dissatisfaction with certain PCB policies. He has declined to continue with his responsibilities as Director of Youth Development and as a national team selector. Sources added that the PCB …

Pakistan’s national football team suffered a heavy defeat at the hands of Syria in the FIFA World Cup 2027 qualifiers, losing 0-5 at Jinnah Stadium in Islamabad. In the first half, Pakistan showed glimpses of strong play, but Syria managed to take an early lead with a goal. In the second half, Syria broke through Pakistan’s defense and scored four …

Pakistan Shaheens continued their dominant run in the Asia Cup Rising Stars by defeating the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by 9 wickets, topping their group in the process. UAE won the toss and opted to bat first, but early wickets put them under pressure. Ahmed Tariq was dismissed for a duck on the second ball, caught by Shahid Aziz. Soon …

Norway has made a historic return to the FIFA World Cup, ending a 28-year absence, after defeating Italy 4-1 in a crucial qualifying match in Milan. Italy took an early lead in the first half, putting pressure on the Norwegian side with aggressive attacks. However, Norway staged a remarkable comeback in the second half, scoring four goals to turn the …

The Sindh Olympic Association (SOA) has officially announced the schedule for the 35th National Games, set to take place from December 4 to December 13, with the opening and closing ceremonies featuring the President and Prime Minister of Pakistan respectively. Over 11,000 athletes and officials from various provinces and departments will participate, including 4,663 registered athletes—2,566 men and 2,097 women—across …

Pakistan’s Muhammad Asif recorded his second consecutive win at the ongoing IBSF Snooker World Cup in Muscat, Oman. In the group stage’s second match, Asif defeated local player Qasim Al Balushi 3-0, following his earlier victory over Indonesia’s Gabi Petra. His teammate Muhammad Hasnain Akhtar, after winning his first two matches, faced a setback in the third, losing 1-3 to …

Portugal booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 after a commanding 9-1 victory over Armenia, topping their qualifying group despite the absence of captain Cristiano Ronaldo. The win, played on Sunday, saw Bruno Fernandes and Joao Neves each score hat-tricks, driving Portugal to first place in Group F and securing direct qualification for the tournament. Ronaldo had been …

Pakistan hockey team registered a convincing 10-3 victory over Bangladesh in the third and final match of their World Cup qualifying series, completing a 3-0 series sweep in Dhaka. Penalty corner specialist Mohammad Sufyan Khan was the star of the match, scoring a double hat-trick and earning the Man of the Match award. Pakistan’s other goals came from Abdul Rehman …

Pakistani Scrabble player Wasim Khatri won a bronze medal at the prestigious World Scrabble Championship, showcasing remarkable skill in a highly competitive field. The championship, held in Accra, Ghana, featured over 200 players from 28 countries. Khatri won 22 out of 32 matches, narrowly missing a spot in the finals due to a slim margin, but his performance improved his …

Punjab Police constable Umar Farooq won two gold medals at the Mr. Punjab Police Inter-Range Bodybuilding Championship 2025, excelling in two categories and bringing recognition to the force. Sharing the achievement on social media, the Regional Police Officer (RPO) of Sheikhupura, Athar Ismail, described Farooq’s success as “another pride for Sheikhupura Region Police.” RPO Ismail also met with Constable Farooq …

South Africa defeated India in a thrilling Kolkata Test, chasing a modest target of 124 runs to record their first Test win in India in 15 years. India was bowled out for 93 runs, falling short of the target after a tense batting performance. Captain Shubman Gill missed the innings after being admitted to hospital. Key Indian contributions included Washington …

Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has been assigned new responsibilities by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), taking charge of the Pakistan Shaheens and Under-19 national teams. According to PCB sources, Sarfaraz will oversee team management, coaching arrangements, and tour planning for both sides. He will also have the authority to accompany the teams on tours and participate in training sessions …

India’s cricket team suffered a major blow in the first Test against South Africa as captain Shubman Gill was hospitalized due to a neck injury, raising doubts over his participation for the remainder of the match. According to Indian media reports, Gill left the field on the second day at Eden Gardens after scoring just 4 runs and was immediately …

Russian mixed martial artist Islam Makhachev has made history by winning the UFC welterweight title, adding to his existing lightweight championship and joining the select group of fighters to hold two belts at the same time. The victory came at Madison Square Garden, where Makhachev moved up from the 155 kg lightweight division to face defending welterweight champion Jack Madalina …

The 11th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) is facing scheduling deadlock, with franchises and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) still unable to finalize match fixtures. The tournament is set to be held in April and May next year, and the PCB has begun the process of selling two new franchises. However, agreement on the total number of matches …

Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is in trouble after making inappropriate comments about South African captain Temba Bavuma during a recent match, a video clip of which went viral on social media. In the clip, Bumrah is seen giving advice on whether Bavuma should take a review after an LBW appeal was turned down. During the exchange, he reportedly made …

Pakistan’s hockey team secured a dominant 8-0 victory over Bangladesh in the second match of their three-game series in Dhaka, ensuring qualification for the FIH Hockey World Cup Playoffs. Sufyan Khan was named man of the match for his outstanding performance. With this win, Pakistan gained an unassailable lead in the series, having also defeated Bangladesh 8-2 in the first …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has completed the valuation process of all Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise teams and assets and has sent renewal offers to all eligible franchises with updated fees for the next ten-year cycle. Franchise owners have been asked to notify the PSL management of their decisions by the specified deadline. To ensure transparency in the decade-long …

Pakistan Shaheens made a strong start in the Asia Cup Rising Stars by defeating Oman by 40 runs in their opening match. Oman won the toss and elected to field first. Pakistan posted a total of 220 for 4 in their 20 overs. Opener Mohammad Naseem managed 6 runs, while Maaz Sadaqat played a match-winning innings of 96 not out …

Pakistan made a strong start in their three-match hockey series against Bangladesh, defeating the hosts 8-2 in the opening game of the World Cup qualifying round in Dhaka. The victory puts Pakistan in a commanding position to secure a spot in the upcoming Hockey World Cup. Ahmed Nadeem and Afraz starred for Pakistan, scoring two goals each, while captain Imad …

The Pakistan Paddle Federation has released its latest national junior rankings, highlighting top performers across various age categories. In the Under-18 boys’ category, Mir Saqib leads the rankings with 900 points. Saqib, who has previously captained the Pakistan Junior Paddle Team, also represented the country at the Junior World Cup in Spain. Sameer Zaman, also with 900 points, shares the …

The Zimbabwe cricket team has arrived in Islamabad to participate in the upcoming Tri-Nation T20 Series featuring Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe. According to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), the visiting team will rest today before beginning preparations for the tournament, which is set to start on November 18 at the Pindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi. All matches of the tri-nation …

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi revealed that Pakistan’s top security officials personally intervened to convince the Sri Lankan cricket team to continue their tour after concerns arose about safety. Speaking to the media in Parliament, Naqvi said that following initial hesitation from the Sri Lankan side, Pakistan’s Field Marshal directly contacted Sri Lanka’s Defence Minister and Defence Secretary, assuring them …

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has fined the Pakistan cricket team for maintaining a slow over rate during the first One Day International (ODI) against Sri Lanka, played on November 11 at the Pindi Cricket Stadium. According to an ICC statement, Pakistan were found to be four overs short of the target after taking time allowances into consideration. As a …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a revised schedule for the upcoming tri-nation cricket series featuring Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe. According to a statement issued by the PCB, the tournament will now be held entirely in Rawalpindi, with all matches scheduled at the Pindi Cricket Stadium. The series will begin on November 18, with the opening match between …

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has rejected India’s proposal to introduce a two-tier format for the World Test Championship (WTC), confirming that all 12 full member nations will continue to compete in a single division in the next cycle. The two-tier plan, which suggested that India, England, and Australia financially support second-tier teams, failed to gain broad consensus. Concerns were …

Turkey has suspended more than 1,000 footballers as part of a major investigation into illegal betting and corruption in the sport, according to the Turkish Football Federation (TFF). The TFF announced that 1,024 players have been suspended following the recommendations of the Professional Football Board’s disciplinary committee, including 27 players from top-division clubs. Matches in the third and fourth divisions …

Muhammad Usman has been appointed head coach of the national hockey team for the Bangladesh tour after a dispute between the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) and head coach Tahir Zaman led to his withdrawal just days before the series. According to team sources, players expressed disappointment over the coach’s absence ahead of such an important series, saying that uncertainty until …

Hollywood star and professional wrestler John Cena has achieved a major milestone in his 23-year WWE career, winning the Intercontinental Championship for the first time. Cena secured the title by defeating Dominik Mysterio at WWE Raw, completing his WWE Grand Slam, a rare feat in professional wrestling. To achieve a Grand Slam, a wrestler must hold at least one United …

The Pakistan Veterans Cricket Association has announced an 18-member national squad for the IMC Over-40 T20 World Cup 2025, scheduled to be held in Karachi from November 21 to December 1. Former all-rounder Abdur Razzaq will lead the team as captain, with Fawad Alam appointed as vice-captain. The squad also includes legendary players like Shahid Afridi, highlighting the blend of …

Pakistani junior tennis player Nadir Raza Mirza is representing Pakistan at the Dunlop Road to the Australian Open – Asian Qualifying Tournament in Yokkaichi, Japan. The tournament, part of the pathway to the Australian Open Juniors, brings together the region’s top young tennis talent. Nadir’s participation is seen as a significant milestone for both him and Pakistan, highlighting the country’s …

Lady Inspector Iram Khanam of Rawalpindi Police has been selected to represent Pakistan in the International World Powerlifting Championship, scheduled to be held in Colombo, Sri Lanka. She is set to depart on November 23, 2025 for the competition. Chief Police Officer Syed Khalid Hamdani honored Lady Inspector Iram Khanam with a certificate of appreciation and cash award for her …

Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson has expressed full confidence in Babar Azam, backing the star batter to return to form and convert his starts into substantial scores in the upcoming series against Sri Lanka. Speaking to media, Hesson said Babar remains technically sound despite a lean run in the recent home ODI series against South Africa, where he managed just …

Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) chief selector and former national cricketer Asadullah Khan has strongly criticised Cricket Australia (CA) for repeatedly refusing to play bilateral series against Afghanistan, terming the stance “unfair and against the spirit of the game”. In a statement, Asadullah Khan said Cricket Australia’s decision not to engage in bilateral fixtures was unjust and targeted Afghanistan’s cricket team …

Kazakhstan’s Rebeka Rybakina created a major upset in the WTA Riyadh Final, defeating world number one Aryna Sabalenka with scores of 6-3, 7-6. The victory was historic as Rybakina became the highest-earning woman in tennis, winning a total of £3.98 million in prize money. Sabalenka, the reigning US Open champion, earned £3.74 million for her runner-up finish. Rybakina’s performance in …

Pakistan’s Mikaeel Ali Baig captured his third consecutive ITF singles title by defeating fellow Pakistani Hamza Roman 6-4, 6-4 in the Boys’ Singles Final of the ITF Pakistan National Foods World Junior Tennis Championship J-60 2025 at the PTF-SDA Tennis Complex, Islamabad. The prestigious tournament attracted young talent from across the globe, including China, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea, Lithuania, Russia, Thailand, …

Pakistan defeated South Africa by 7 wickets in the final match of the three-match ODI series in Faisalabad, winning the series 2-1. South Africa, opting to bat first, were bowled out for 143 runs in 37.5 overs. Quinton de Kock top-scored with 53 runs off 70 balls, including 7 fours and 1 six, and reached the 7,000-run milestone in One …

Cricket is set to return to the Olympic Games for the first time since Paris 1900, with the ICC Board discussing the qualification formula for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. According to media reports, the ICC has confirmed that six men’s and six women’s teams will participate in the Olympic cricket events. However, the proposed formula does not guarantee a …

Pakistani boxer Qudratullah has secured a spot in the semifinals of the 55kg category at the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, guaranteeing another medal for Pakistan. Qudratullah advanced after defeating Palestinian boxer Yousef Abdel Aziz in the quarterfinals. In the second round, his dominance prompted the referee to stop the bout, declaring Qudratullah the winner. Earlier in …