Zurich: FIFA has revealed the official match ball for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a tournament that will be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The new ball, designed by German sportswear giant Adidas, combines advanced technology with a design symbolizing the unity of the three host nations. Named “Tri Onda”, the term…
London— England all-rounder Chris Woakes has announced his retirement from international cricket, ending a 15-year career that saw him win both the 2019 ODI World Cup and the 2022 T20 World Cup. Woakes, 36, played 62 Tests, taking 192 wickets and scoring over 1,700 runs. He also appeared in 122 ODIs and 33 T20Is, establishing…
Dubai,— On the eve of the Asia Cup final between Pakistan and India, scheduled for Sunday in Dubai, the traditional pre-final “trophy photoshoot” featuring both captains has been called off amid heightened tensions between the two teams. Tournament organizers confirmed on Saturday that no joint photoshoot was taking place. They added that a final decision…
Colombo: Pakistan secured their place in the Asia Cup final after defeating Bangladesh in a closely fought contest. Chasing a target of 136 runs, Bangladesh managed to score only 124 for 9 in their allotted overs, falling 11 runs short. With this victory, Pakistan advanced to the final, where they will face arch-rivals India on…
Dubai — Pakistani fast bowler Haris Rauf’s “0-6” hand gesture during the Asia Cup T20 Super Four clash against India has stirred controversy across the border, with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) also weighing in. While fielding near the boundary, Rauf was seen making the “0-6” sign and motioning an aircraft crashing, reportedly in…
Lahore — Pakistan women’s cricket star Sidra Ameen created a stir across the border after making a “six” gesture to celebrate her century against South Africa. The batter scored her sixth career hundred — and second consecutive century in the ongoing three-match ODI series — setting a new national record. After completing her milestone, Sidra…
Johannesburg — South African batter Quinton de Kock has reversed his retirement from One Day Internationals and has been included in the squad for the upcoming series against Pakistan. Cricket South Africa announced squads for the Test, ODI, and T20 formats. Test captain Temba Bavuma has been ruled out of the series due to a…
Following the loss, Pakistan must now win both of its remaining matches — against Sri Lanka on September 23 and Bangladesh on September 25 — to stay in contention. Even a single defeat would knock them out of the tournament. Bangladesh already has one victory in the Super Four, further tightening the race for the…
While fielding near the boundary, Rauf was seen signaling “0-6” with his fingers, reportedly in response to chants from Indian spectators. He also gestured as if a plane was taking off and then crashing — a moment that quickly went viral on social media, sparking outrage among Indian users and amusement among Pakistani fans. Responding…
At the 20th World Athletics Championships being held in Japan, Palestine’s sole representative, Mohammed Dweidar, said on Saturday that he is not running only for himself but for his country. Speaking to reporters, Dweidar remarked, “I am running not just for myself, but for my homeland.” The championship has drawn hundreds of athletes from across…
