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Pakistan’s Ashab Irfan secured the country’s third medal at the ongoing Asian Games after winning bronze in the men’s singles squash competition on Saturday. Ashab’s medal was confirmed after he lost 3-0 to India’s Abhay Singh in the semi-final. As both losing semi-finalists are awarded bronze medals, the defeat ensured Pakistan a place on the podium. The fifth-seeded Pakistani had reached the last four with an impressive 3-1 victory over India’s fourth-seeded Veer Chotrani i

LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has started the process of appointing a new bowling coach for the national men’s team. The PCB has issued an advertisement inviting applications for the position, with candidates required to hold a Level 3 cricket coaching accreditation. According to the advertisement, applicants must also have at least five years of relevant coaching experience to be considered for the role. The board has opened the position to eligible candidates and

ISLAMABAD: The Pindiz has categorically denied statements allegedly attributed to its owner, M. Ahsan Tahir, regarding Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Rizwan and the ongoing NCCIA matter. In an official statement, The Pindiz said that Tahir had not issued any statement on the matter and termed the remarks attributed to him as “entirely fabricated.” The organisation said the comments published by a media outlet were not made by its owner and called for the publication to immediate

If you are a fan of pure, unapologetic fast bowling, Mark Wood’s international retirement feels like the end of an era. Wood’s career was never a straightforward one. Injuries repeatedly interrupted his journey and kept him away from the game for long periods. Yet every time he returned, he reminded the world exactly why genuine pace remains one of cricket’s most thrilling weapons. An Ashes winner, a 50-over World Cup winner with 18 wickets in the tournament, and a T20 World

Pakistan clinched the bronze medal in the women’s cricket event at the 2026 Asian Games after defeating Bangladesh by 31 runs at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin on Tuesday. Batting first after winning the toss, Pakistan posted 145 for 7, with captain Fatima Sana once again leading from the front. The all-rounder scored a crucial 45 off 30 balls, including three sixes and three fours, to rescue Pakistan after they slipped to 90 for 5 in 15 overs. Openers Gull Feroza and Shawaal

Pakistan’s Asim Khan lost his men’s Modern Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) -60kg semi-final but secured a historic bronze medal at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Asim was defeated 3-0 by Tajikistan’s Mirzobek Umarov in the last-four contest, ending his hopes of reaching the gold-medal bout. However, his semi-final appearance guaranteed him a bronze, making him Pakistan’s first MMA athlete to win a medal at the Asian Games. The 2026 Asian Games are also the first editio

AICHI-NAGOYA, JAPAN — The Pakistan national hockey team made a powerful statement in their Asian Games 2026 opener, routing Thailand 9–0 in a completely one-sided encounter. From the opening whistle, Pakistan showed relentless attacking energy, pinning Thailand back in their own half and converting chances with clinical efficiency. The highlight of the match belonged to Ahmed Nadeem, who put on a goal-scoring masterclass by netting a sensational hat-trick to spearhead the at

There is a growing problem in Pakistan cricket that goes beyond poor performances, selection controversies or captaincy changes. It is the way some former cricketers choose to talk about the players who are currently carrying the burden of representing Pakistan. Criticism is part of cricket. Former players have every right to question performances, tactics, captaincy and selection decisions. In fact, their experience makes their criticism valuable. But there is a difference b

The five-page questionnaire issued to Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Rizwan by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has surfaced, revealing details sought from the batter as part of an ongoing inquiry into online betting in Pakistan cricket. The questionnaire was presented before the High Court by the NCCIA’s lawyer, Assistant Attorney General. According to the questionnaire, Rizwan has been asked to provide details of his social media accounts over the past 10

Pakistan Under-19 produced another dominant performance against England Under-19, securing a comprehensive 200-run victory in the fourth and final ODI of their tour. The win helped Pakistan U19 clinch the four-match ODI series 3-1. Batting first, Pakistan posted an imposing 350 for four in their allotted overs. Captain Farhan Yousaf led from the front with an unbeaten 80, while Usman Khan and Jahangir Bilal contributed 79 runs each to power Pakistan to a commanding total. Cha

The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has formally requested the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) to shift the 2026 Men’s Asian Champions Trophy, or Pakistan’s matches in the tournament, to a neutral venue. According to the PHF, the request has been made in view of the current sensitive bilateral situation between Pakistan and India. The federation said the move is aimed at ensuring a safe, dignified and conducive environment for Pakistani players and officials. The PHF has made

Pakistan’s 3-0 Test series defeat against England is undoubtedly embarrassing. There is no escaping that reality. England completed a clean sweep, Pakistan failed to win a single Test, and the team has once again found itself under serious scrutiny. The situation worsened when Pakistan was docked 11 World Test Championship points for a slow over-rate in the final Test. Yet, while Pakistan’s Test cricket deserves criticism, the criticism being directed at the welcome given to

Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal has boldly placed himself alongside Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe as the two best players in the world, while insisting he deserves to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or. Speaking about the ongoing Ballon d’Or race, Yamal said he believes there are “perhaps only two players” who can be considered the best in the world this year — himself and Mbappe. “For me, Kylian Mbappe and I are the best two players, and anyone who watches the matches knows tha

Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has broken his silence on the ongoing investigation into alleged dressing-room leaks, saying he is fully cooperating with the authorities and will wait for the inquiry to conclude before speaking publicly in detail. In an interview with a local television channel, Rizwan said he was cooperating with both the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) over the allegations. “I am fully coop

Pakistan’s fast-bowling stars Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf made their presence felt in the opening round of the President’s Trophy Grade-I, delivering impressive spells in domestic first-class cricket. Shaheen, returning to red-ball cricket after a lengthy absence, produced a four-wicket performance for Khan Research Laboratories (KRL) against Ghani. The left-arm pacer bowled 14.5 overs, conceded 61 runs and claimed four wickets, giving his side an important contributio

Razaullah may have been one of the few genuine positives to come out of Pakistan’s disappointing tour of England. His pace, aggression, energy and ability to contribute with both bat and ball have made him an exciting prospect for the future. But perhaps the most important thing Pakistan can do with Razaullah right now is not rush him. The youngster was fast-tracked into international cricket after playing only a handful of first-class and domestic matches. There is no questi

Pakistan have fallen to the bottom of the World Test Championship (WTC) points table after being docked 11 points following the conclusion of their three-match Test series against England. The Pakistan players were fined 50% of their match fees for maintaining a slow over-rate during the series, while the additional points penalty has had a major impact on their position in the championship standings. The deduction has left Pakistan with just five points and a points percenta

India’s women’s cricket team sparked controversy after refusing to collect the Asia Cup trophy and winners’ medals from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi following their 72-run victory over Sri Lanka in Sunday’s final in Dubai. The trophy presentation was delayed by more than 30 minutes as the Indian team did not come onto the stage. Naqvi, who is also Pakistan Cricket Board chairman and the country’s interior minister, remained on stage while the ceremony was

Mike Hesson’s decision to involve Razaullah in Pakistan’s upcoming white-ball developmental squads may sound like a positive step on the surface. But it raises a much bigger question: does every talented Pakistani cricketer really need to be pushed into doing more, or should we first protect what makes him special? Razaullah is 21, has only recently broken into international cricket and has already caught attention with his raw pace and aggression. He has been clocking 145+ k