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ICC Faces Pressure to Suspend Afghanistan Over Women’s Rights Violations

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is under growing pressure to suspend Afghanistan's cricket participation following allegations of women's rights abuses under Taliban rule. Human Rights Watch (HRW) has called for the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) to be barred from international cricket until women and girls are allowed to engage in...

Babar Azam Performs Umrah as Pakistan Prepares for New Zealand Tour

Pakistan’s star batter and former captain, Babar Azam, has performed Umrah in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, during Ramadan. He was seen attending iftar at Masjid Al Haram, with visuals shared on Instagram by his brother, Safeer Azam. The video captured Babar enjoying a date near the Kaaba, while another post featured multiple...

Rachin Ravindra Sets New Zealand Record for Most Runs in a Champions Trophy Edition

Rachin Ravindra, has etched his name in history by becoming the first player from his country to score 250 runs in a single edition of the ICC Champions Trophy. The milestone was achieved during the final against India at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. The left-hander made a quick...

Pakistan’s Construction Sector Faces Crisis: Rising Costs, High Taxes, and Housing Shortage

The rising costs of construction materials, coupled with high taxation, have slowed construction activity in the country, pushing investors toward foreign markets, besides shrinking large-scale employment opportunities. This was stated by S. M. Nabeel, Chairman North, Association of Builders and Developers (ABAD). To address these challenges, the government should optimize...
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Sunil Chhetri Reverses Retirement to Rejoin Indian Football at 40

Indian football veteran Sunil Chhetri has announced his return to the national team at the age of 40, marking a dramatic reversal of his retirement decision from last year. The former captain, who ranks as the fourth-highest men’s international goalscorer, played what was expected to be his final match in...

Pakistan’s Strong Presence in The Hundred 2025 Draft

A significant number of Pakistani cricketers have been included in the upcoming Hundred 2025 Draft, with 45 players officially registered. The list features both experienced internationals and promising young talents. Naseem Shah has been placed in the highest price category among Pakistani players, with a reserve price of £120,000. Meanwhile, Imad Wasim...

David Miller Slams ICC’s Scheduling After South Africa’s Champions Trophy Semi-Final Loss

David Miller has criticized the International Cricket Council (ICC) for its travel and scheduling decisions following his team’s semi-final loss to New Zealand in the Champions Trophy. The middle-order batter expressed his frustration, suggesting that the travel arrangements negatively affected South Africa’s performance. After completing their group-stage matches, both South Africa...

Babar Azam’s Father Defends Him Amid Criticism Over Recent Form

Azam Siddique, the father of Pakistan's star batter Babar Azam, has come out in strong support of his son amid mounting criticism over his recent performances. Babar, currently facing one of the most challenging periods of his career, has come under intense scrutiny following a disappointing Champions Trophy campaign. After being...
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Historic President’s Trophy Final Sees Pink Ball and Rare Timed-Out Dismissal

Pakistan’s President’s Trophy final is making history with a first: the match is being played under lights using a pink ball, a decision influenced by the ongoing Ramadan fast. The unusual session timings have resulted in entire sessions being played after midnight, with play continuing until 2:30 AM local time. The...

Yet Another Former Cricketer Questions 1990s Cricket Legends Over ICC Trophy Failures

Mohammad Hafeez has raised concerns about the country’s cricketing icons from the 1990s, questioning why they failed to secure an ICC trophy despite their dominance in international cricket. During a discussion with Shoaib Akhtar, Shoaib Malik, and Sana Mir, Hafeez acknowledged their immense talent but pointed out their inability to...

Saud Shakeel Timed Out as President’s Trophy Final Sees Rare Dismissal

Pakistan’s Saud Shakeel became the seventh batter in first-class cricket history to be dismissed via a timed-out decision. The incident occurred on the second day of the President’s Trophy final when Shakeel, playing for SBP, arrived late at the crease after two wickets fell in consecutive balls. PTV captain Amad Butt...

Japan’s Bid for 2031 Women’s World Cup Rejected by FIFA

Japan’s hopes of hosting the 2031 Women’s World Cup were dashed after FIFA announced that only North American and African countries would be eligible to submit bids for the tournament. This decision, made public on Wednesday, also designated Europe and Africa as the contenders for the 2035 event. Japan Football Association...
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Pakistani Cricket Fan Goes Viral for Passionate Reaction and Bollywood Lookalike Debate

The Pakistan cricket team's crushing defeat to India in the Champions Trophy 2025 match in Dubai left fans devastated. Among them, Dubai-based Pakistani educationist Faryal Waqar gained widespread attention for her emotional response to the loss. Speaking to Geo News outside the stadium, Faryal expressed her disappointment, saying there was nothing...

Palestinian Officials Call for Global Sporting Sanctions on Israel

Palestinian sports officials have urged the international community to impose sanctions on Israel, accusing it of enforcing systemic restrictions on Palestinian athletes. Their call came during a press briefing in Geneva, organized by the Association of Correspondents Accredited to the UN (ACANU). Jibril Rajoub, president of the Palestinian Football Association,...

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