Islamabad, 22 March 2025: Matt Henry has been ruled out of the ongoing T20I series against Pakistan as he continues his rehabilitation from a shoulder injury. Despite being named in the squad for the fourth and fifth matches, Henry has not recovered fully and will focus on his recovery instead. His absence has led to Zakary Foulkes, who was initially selected only for the first three games, being retained for the remainder of the series. Foulkes impressed with figures of 1 for 11 in the opening match, followed by none for 32 in the second. In another change, Kyle Jamieson,…
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Islamabad, 22 March 2025: Cricket excitement is set to return to Peshawar as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) plans an exhibition match at Arbab Niaz Cricket Stadium before Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 10. The highly anticipated clash will feature Peshawar Zalmi and Quetta Gladiators on April 8, 2025, signifying a major step in reviving top-level cricket in the city. Before the the much-awaited encounter, construction work at the stadium is expected to conclude, ensuring it is fully equipped to host the event. This initiative is part of the broader strategy of PCB to expand PSL reach and reconnect with…
Islamabad, 21 March 2025: Hasan Nawaz delivered a stunning performance in the third T20I against New Zealand at Eden Park, smashing a 44-ball century to lead his team to a dominant nine-wicket victory. His knock not only powered Pakistan to a successful chase of 205 but also set multiple records. Batting first, New Zealand posted a formidable total of 204 before being bowled out. Mark Chapman’s aggressive 94-run innings off 44 balls provided the home side with a strong foundation. However, Pakistan responded emphatically, reaching the target with 24 balls to spare. Hasan, who had struggled in his first two…
Islamabad, 21 March 2025: Haris Rauf reached a significant career milestone during the third T20I against New Zealand at Eden Park, becoming the 24th Pakistani to claim 200 wickets in international cricket. He achieved the feat in the penultimate over when he dismissed New Zealand captain Michael Bracewell. Rauf struck again in the same over, finishing with impressive figures of 3/29 in four overs. His bowling efforts were complemented by Shaheen Shah Afridi, Abbas Afridi, and Abrar Ahmed, who restricted New Zealand to 204 in 19.5 overs. Mark Chapman was the standout performer for the hosts, smashing 94 off 44…
Islamabad, 21 March 2025: Pakistan cruised to a resounding nine-wicket victory over New Zealand in the third T20I of their five-match series at Eden Park. while chasing a challenging target of 205, the visitors comfortably reached the target with four overs to spare, losing only one wicket in the process. The chase began aggressively with openers Mohammad Haris and Hasan Nawaz sharing a quick-fire 74-run stand. Haris played an explosive knock of 41 off 20 balls, including four fours and three sixes, before falling in the final over of the powerplay. Following his dismissal, captain Salman Ali Agha joined Nawaz,…
Islamabad, 21 March 2025: The much-anticipated opening match of the 18th Indian Premier League (IPL) between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is in jeopardy, with heavy rainfall forecasted for the city on March 22. The opening ceremony, featuring performances by renowned artists Shreya Ghoshal, Karan Aujla, and actress Disha Patani, is also at risk due to adverse weather conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for thunderstorms, lightning, and rainfall in Kolkata, expected to last until the day of the match. According to the IMD, the ongoing anticyclonic circulation over the…
Islamabad, 21 March 2025: Renowned author Ashis Ray has suggested that cricket and cultural exchanges could help ease tensions between Pakistan and India. Speaking at an event organized by the Institute of Peace and Connectivity (IPAC), he highlighted the role of sports and entertainment in fostering goodwill between the two nations. He proposed that Pakistani players should be allowed to participate in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and Indian cricketers in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Such an exchange, the first bureau chief of CNN for South Asia argued , would generate positive sentiment among cricket fans across the borders.…
Islamabad, Mar 21 2025: Boxing will be featured in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, following a unanimous vote by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). This much-important decision comes after years of uncertainty about the future of the sport in the Games, signaling a positive step forward. The IOC had previously granted provisional recognition to World Boxing in a significant move toward securing the sport’s place in the upcoming Olympics. The boxing event for the Paris 2024 Olympics will be directly managed by the IOC, as the International Boxing Association (IBA) lost its recognition in 2023 due to unresolved governance and…
Islamabad, 21 March 2025: The long-standing debate between Babar Azam and Virat Kohli has continued to capture the imagination of cricket fans and experts alike. Recently, Ian Smith shared his perspective on this ongoing rivalry, stating that, in his view, the Indian batting great has the upper hand in the head-to-head comparison. The former wicket-keeper explained that despite the impressive achievements of Babar, the consistency of Virat in key moments have given him an edge in recent years. The debate, which has been a central topic in world cricket, shows no signs of slowing down as both players continue to…
Islamabad, 21 March 2025: Kirsty Coventry has been elected as the 10th President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The 41-year-old Coventry is also the first woman to hold this position in the history of the IOC. The former Olympic swimmer, who won two gold medals during her career, was chosen over six other candidates. She will be joined by HRH Prince Feisal Al Hussein, David Lappartient, Johan Eliasch, Juan Antonio Samaranch, Lord Sebastian Coe, and Morinari Watanabe. The election took place during the 144th IOC Session in Costa Navarino, Greece, where a secret ballot determined the winner. The Zimbabwe-born…
