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Pakistan’s Olympic gold medallist and star javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem has decided to skip this month’s Lausanne Diamond League as he shifts his focus towards an overseas training stint in South Africa. Nadeem, who is currently undergoing intensive preparations at Punjab Stadium in Lahore, was initially included in the entry list for the Lausanne Diamond League scheduled for August 21. However, according to sources, the 28-year-old has opted against competing in Switzerland

Cristiano Ronaldo and his longtime partner Georgina Rodríguez have officially tied the knot, bringing their decade-long relationship to a new chapter with a private civil ceremony in Portugal. The Portuguese football superstar and Rodríguez were married on August 11 in the coastal town of Cascais, near Lisbon, with their five children reportedly present for the intimate occasion. Ronaldo confirmed the marriage on social media by sharing a photograph of the couple’s hands disp

SYDNEY: Smaller football federations, particularly those in Oceania, have remained largely silent amid FIFA’s growing internal dispute because they fear putting crucial development funding at risk, former Papua New Guinea international Alex Davani has said. Davani, a former deputy general secretary of Football Australia, believes FIFA’s development funding system needs reform and says the controversy surrounding Gianni Infantino’s abandoned FIFA Forward Enterprise proposal co

BELFAST: Afghanistan secured automatic qualification for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup after defeating Ireland by three wickets in the third ODI at the Civil Service Cricket Club in Belfast on Monday. Rahmanullah Gurbaz starred with the bat, scoring a fluent 71, while Rashid Khan produced an impressive all-round performance to guide Afghanistan home and give them an unassailable 2-0 lead in the five-match series. Ireland, after being asked to bat first, were bowled out for 2

HONG KONG: Thailand defeated Pakistan 66-48 in the ongoing 2026 Asian Netball Championship Plate Division in Hong Kong. Thailand produced a strong performance throughout the match to secure a convincing 18-point victory over Pakistan. Pakistan will now turn their attention to their next fixture as they look to bounce back from the defeat. The national side will face South Korea on Tuesday, August 11, with the match scheduled to begin at 8:00am Pakistan Standard Time (PST). Pa

NAIROBI: Pakistan produced a dominant performance at the 21st World Youth Scrabble Championship in Nairobi, winning the global team title for a record seventh time. The Pakistani contingent emerged as the most successful team at the championship, collecting the highest number of trophies across different categories. Pakistan finished first in the team event, with India securing second place and Nigeria finishing third. In the individual championship, Australia’s Dhineth Ferna

Former Pakistan batter Umar Akmal has opened up about his prolonged absence from competitive cricket, claiming that doors have repeatedly been closed on him at both domestic and franchise level despite his continued desire to represent Pakistan. In an extensive interview with Sports 21, Akmal spoke candidly about his career, his relationship with the Pakistan Cricket Board, fitness concerns, his exclusion from the PSL, former coaches and captains, and several incidents from h

LAHORE: Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has backed a group of young seamers and batters to play important roles for the national team in the coming years, highlighting Mohammad Ali, Khurram Shahzad, Ali Raza, Azan Awais and Abdullah Fazal as players to watch. Speaking during a recent podcast interview with an international sports platform, Amir was asked to name emerging Pakistani cricketers who may not yet be widely known among English-speaking audiences. The former left

LAHORE: Legendary Pakistani squash player Jahangir Khan has called for professional management and the implementation of the principle of “the right man for the right job” to revive Pakistan’s declining fortunes in international squash. During a ceremony at the Nishtar Sports Complex on Saturday, the former world champion said the lack of professional administration was the primary reason behind Pakistan’s fall from dominance in the sport. “The main reason behind Pakistan’s d

Pakistan’s Mohammad Zubair has been crowned the Tekken champion at the Esports World Cup after completing a sensational run through the tournament, defeating some of the biggest names in the game. Zubair’s journey to the title began in the Last Chance Qualifier (LCQ), but he went on to produce one of the most impressive runs in competitive Tekken. The Pakistani star first defeated defending champion Ulsan, before overcoming Tekken legend and Pakistani esports icon Arslan Ash.

BARCELONA: Ferran Torres has told Barcelona that he wants to leave the club this summer and join Paris Saint-Germain, according to sources. The 26-year-old forward has reportedly agreed personal terms with the French champions, with PSG now expected to begin negotiations with Barcelona over a transfer fee. Torres has just one year remaining on his Barcelona contract, and the Catalan club are understood to be willing to sanction his departure if an acceptable offer arrives fro

ROSARIO: Jorge Messi, the father and longtime adviser of football superstar Lionel Messi, has passed away at the age of 68 in Rosario, Argentina. Jorge died at a clinic in Rosario after being under medical care for an undisclosed health condition. Reports from Argentine outlet Infobae confirmed his death on Friday night. Jorge played a hugely influential role in Lionel Messi’s extraordinary football journey. He supported his son from his early days in Rosario and later became

Pakistan’s campaign at the 2026 Hockey World Cup is set to begin on August 15, with the Green Shirts facing a challenging group featuring higher-ranked opponents, including England and India. Pakistan will open their tournament against England on August 15 at 10:00 pm (PKT) before taking on Wales on August 17 at 3:30 pm (PKT). The most anticipated fixture of the group stage will see Pakistan lock horns with arch-rivals India on August 19 at 6:00 pm (PKT). The International Ho

Cricket Australia has confirmed that star all-rounders Mitchell Marsh and Matthew Short will only be granted No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for the SA20 after completing their Big Bash League (BBL) commitments in January. The decision means both players will remain available for their respective BBL franchises before joining their South African T20 League teams later in the season. Marsh is set to represent Sunrisers Eastern Cape, while Short will link up with Pretoria Capi

Pakistan cricketer Hamza Nazar has been banned from all domestic and international cricket for two years and fined PKR 1 million following a disciplinary inquiry conducted by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). According to the information shared by the PCB, the investigation found that Nazar provided misleading and incomplete information during a visa application. The board concluded that his actions amounted to misrepresentation and non-disclosure, leading to strict disciplin

Pakistan bounced back emphatically to defeat the West Indies by eight wickets in the second Test, ending a miserable run of eight consecutive away Test defeats and leveling the series on a high note. Chasing a modest target of 75, Pakistan reached 77-2 in 23.3 overs with captain Babar Azam and Abdullah Shafique guiding the visitors home in an unbeaten partnership. Babar remained not out on 24 from 30 deliveries, sealing the victory spectacularly with back-to-back sixes off sp

BARCELONA: Ferran Torres has found himself at the centre of fresh transfer speculation after suggesting that FC Barcelona must “show they want me” if they hope to keep him at the club. The Spanish forward made the remarks while discussing reported interest from Paris Saint-Germain F.C., saying it is flattering when top clubs express interest but insisting that Barcelona must demonstrate their commitment. Torres also noted that he remains under contract and is in control of hi

Turkish giants Trabzonspor are on the verge of completing one of the biggest transfers in the club’s history after reaching an agreement to sign Mohamed Salah on a free transfer following his departure from Liverpool FC. The club officially confirmed on Tuesday that negotiations with the Egyptian superstar are underway, bringing an end to nearly ten days of discussions. Salah is expected to sign a two-year contract that will keep him at Trabzonspor until June 2028. The 34-yea

Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has confirmed that he will register as an overseas player for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2027 auction after obtaining British citizenship, marking a significant change in his PSL status. The 34-year-old left-arm pacer, who currently represents Trent Rockets in The Hundred, revealed that his newly acquired British passport means he will no longer be classified as a local player in the PSL. The change also allows him to participate

PATTAYA: Pakistan’s taekwondo contingent produced an impressive performance at the 9th Hero International Taekwondo Open Championship in Pattaya, Thailand, bringing home four medals against a strong international field featuring athletes from more than 30 countries. Tayiba Ashraf enjoyed a successful campaign by securing a bronze medal in the women’s 53kg fighting category before adding a silver medal in the Speed Kicking event, underlining her all-round ability across differ