Mohammad Arsalan Abbas, son of former Pakistani cricketer Azhar Abbas, made an impressive debut for New Zealand. Playing in Napier, Arsalan scored 52 runs off just 24 balls. His quickfire knock included three fours and three sixes, with a strike rate of 200. Arsalan’s stunning performance helped New Zealand set a challenging total of 344 […]
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Unwanted record for Pakistan bowlers: 43 extras against New Zealand in ODI
In Napier, Pakistan’s captain Mohammad Rizwan won the toss and opted to field first, but the decision quickly backfired. Pakistan’s bowlers struggled to maintain control, giving away a total of 43 extras. These included 21 wides, 13 leg byes, 7 byes, and 2 no-balls, marking one of their most undisciplined performances in ODI history. The […]
Karachi Kings set for PSL 10 with new coaching team under Ravi Bopara
Karachi Kings have announced Ravi Bopara as the new head coach for the HBL Pakistan Super League season 10. Bopara, a former player and coach for the Kings, has a deep understanding of the team’s dynamics. He has previously played for the franchise from 2016 to 2019 and served as a captain, assistant coach, and […]
Mark Chapman shines as New Zealand defeats Pakistan by 73 runs
Pakistan lost to New Zealand by 73 runs in the first ODI on Friday at McLean Park in Napier. New Zealand batted first and posted a total of 344 for 9 in their 50 overs. Mark Chapman was the star with an impressive 132 runs, supported by Daryl Mitchell, who scored 76. The two formed […]
Djokovic reaches Miami Open semis, Sabalenka into final
Novak Djokovic is finding a higher gear in South Florida after a sluggish start to 2025. Djokovic, gunning for his seventh Miami Open title, dispatched American Sebastian Korda 6-3, 7-6 (7-4) Thursday in one hour, 24 minutes in a quarterfinal match that was postponed from Wednesday night because the women´s quarterfinal between Jessica Pegula and […]
Malinin’s historic skate puts him on top at Worlds
American figure skating sensation Ilia Malinin sheepishly grinned when his closest rival, Japanese star Yuma Kagiyama, said what seems to be on everyone’s minds these days: “I’m starting to think he’s invincible.” The 20-year-old Malinin certainly looked that way at the world championships Thursday night. The reigning gold medalist delivered a season-best short program, highlighted […]
Houston Open: Scheffler, McIlroy in contention
Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy wanted a final tune-up before the Masters and spent parts of the Thursday at the Houston Open under an umbrella in wind and rain that prevented anyone from getting too far away. Keith Mitchell made a late eagle and Ryan Gerard let a good start slip away by finishing with […]
Chelsea stun Manchester City, reach semis
Chelsea reached the Champions League semi-finals, with an impressive 3-0 victory over Manchester City in their quarter-final second leg sealing a 3-2 aggregate win. The Blues – facing City for a fourth consecutive match – needed to lay it all on the line at Stamford Bridge after losing the away leg 2-0, their first loss […]
Sahibzada Farhan joins Islamabad United
Defending champions Islamabad United have picked in-form Sahibzada Farhan in the supplementary category for the 10th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL 10). The appointment comes on the back of Farhan’s stellar performances in the recently concluded National T20 Cup, where he shattered multiple records and showcased his batting prowess. Farhan’s standout moment in […]
Root not expecting to be England white-ball captain
Former Test skipper Joe Root has ruled himself out of contention for England’s white-ball captaincy, saying the ship has sailed to take over the role following Jos Buttler’s resignation. England need a new limited-overs captain after Buttler stepped down during their dismal Champions Trophy campaign in Pakistan, where they lost all three matches, but Root […]