Islamabad, 23 March 2025: Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi alongside his French partner Magali Girard, claimed the gold medal in the Mixed Doubles category at the ITF Masters 40+ World Championship. In an intense final, Aisam and Magali staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Germany’s Katharina Rath and Andreas Theussen 7-5, 6-3. After trailing 2-5 in the first set. The duo fought back to take it 7-5 before dominating the second set to secure the title. Following the victory, Aisam expressed his happiness, stating that he was grateful for the strength and resilience to win another gold medal for Pakistan. The seasoned tennis…
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Islamabad, 23 March 2025: Shakib Al Hasan, has voiced concerns over the communication from the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) regarding his bowling ban, which ultimately led to his exclusion from the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. The all-rounder was suspended from bowling by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) after his action was reported during a County Championship match between Surrey and Somerset in September 2024. Due to this suspension, the Bangladesh selectors decided not to include him in the Champions Trophy squad solely as a batter. Shakib, who has played 71 Tests, 247 ODIs, and 129 T20Is, was later…
Islamabad, 22 March 2025: FIFA has announced that Club Leon will be excluded from the upcoming 2025 Club World Cup, set to take place in the United States later this year. The decision follows a review of complaints concerning the multi-club ownership rules. Both Leon and CF Pachuca, the two Mexican clubs in the marquee tournament, are owned by the same parent company, Grupo Pachuca. Leon had secured its place in the tournament by winning the 2023 Concacaf Champions Cup, while Pachuca qualified as the 2022 champion. However, Costa Rican club Liga Deportiva Alajuelense raised concerns over the clubs’ ownership structure,…
Islamabad, 22 March 2025: A Pakistani cricketer is facing accusations of failing to pay for high-quality bats purchased during the T20 World Cup 2024. According to the Express Tribune, the player, whose identity remains undisclosed, allegedly bought three premium cricket bats from a store in New Jersey. The store owner personally delivered the bats to New York but has reportedly not received the payment, despite multiple attempts to contact the cricketer. Media sources indicate that several calls and messages were made, but the player has not responded. A journalist from a private TV channel first broke the story, though they…
Islamabad, 22 March 2025: The Real Kabaddi League (RKL) has announced that its Season 4 Selection Trials will begin in April 2025. The trials will take place across more than ten states in India, aiming to identify and nurture emerging kabaddi players. This initiative provides talented athletes with an opportunity to showcase their skills and secure professional contracts for the Dubai International edition. The selection process will cover key kabaddi hubs, including Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi NCR, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh. By conducting trials in these regions, RKL aims to ensure wider participation…
Islamabad, 22 March 2025: Heavyweight boxer George Foreman has died at the age of 76, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy in the sport. Known as “Big George,” he secured an Olympic gold medal in 1968 before becoming a two-time world heavyweight champion, achieving the latter feat at 45, making him the oldest in history. Foreman, who dominated the ring with his power, registered 76 victories, including 68 knockouts—almost twice the number achieved by Muhammad Ali. However, he is most remembered for his loss to Ali in the iconic 1974 “Rumble in the Jungle,” where Ali’s “rope-a-dope” strategy wore him down…
Islamabad, 22 March 2025: Cricket Predicta, a leading cricket analytics platform in India, has released a comprehensive data-driven review of the IPL evolution. The study, which examined 1,097 matches and over 250,000 deliveries, reveals how fitness, endurance, and data analytics have transformed the modern game. At a curtain-raiser event for Cricket Predicta, Anil Chaudhary, Jwala Singh, and former national selector Sarandeep Singh discussed the influence of IPL. According to the analysis, success in the IPL is no longer just about power-hitting but also about athleticism and game awareness. The research showed that Virat Kohli has run 71.45 km between the…
Islamabad, 22 March 2025: Mohammad Rizwan unintentionally damaged fast bowler Naseem Shah’s phone during a practice match at the Lahore City Cricket Association (LCCA) ground. The national squad is currently preparing for the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand. A viral video of the incident captured Rizwan striking a lofted six, which sent the ball soaring towards the dressing room. Unfortunately, the ball hit Naseem’s phone, which was resting on a chair. The pacer rushed to inspect the damage, but his reaction suggested the device was beyond repair. While the squad is focused on training, injuries have forced changes…
Islamabad, 22 March 2025: Former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson may not have found a team in the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) auction, but he will still have a role in the tournament. The right-handed batter has been invited to join the IPL commentary panel for a short 10-day stint during the initial phase of the competition. Indian media sources revealed that Williamson would be part of the broadcasting team, where his deep understanding of cricket tactics and player strategies is expected to add value. His commentary is anticipated to provide fans with a fresh perspective on match situations,…
Islamabad, 22 March 2025: Sahibzada Farhan has etched his name in history by registering the highest individual score by a Pakistani batter in T20 cricket. The 29-year-old achieved this milestone on March 21 while representing Peshawar Region against Quetta Region in the National T20 Cup at Multan Cricket Stadium. Batting first, Farhan played a sensational innings, scoring an unbeaten 162 off just 72 balls. His explosive knock included 14 boundaries and 11 sixes, breaking Kamran Akmal’s record of 150 runs, which was set in 2017 during a National T20 Cup match for Lahore Whites against Islamabad at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.…
