KARACHI: Pakistan is set to host its most lucrative squash tournament in more than two decades as the Karachi Open, a PSA World Tour Gold event with a prize purse of approximately $243,000, returns from January 6–11, 2026. The championship will take place at the DA Creek Club, the same […]
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Pakistan wins IBSF Snooker World Cup team title
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan clinched the IBSF Snooker World Cup Team Championship on Sunday after defeating Hong Kong China 2 by 3–2 in a thrilling best-of-five frames final. The Pakistani duo of former world champion Muhammad Asif and Asjad Iqbal produced two brilliant century breaks in the deciding phase to seal the […]
India crowned champions of first blind women’s T20 World Cup
India defeated Nepal by seven wickets in Colombo on Sunday to claim the first-ever Blind Women’s T20 World Cup. Chasing Nepal’s total of 116, India reached 117-3 in just 12 overs, finishing the tournament unbeaten. Phula Saren top-scored for India with 44 runs off 27 balls, while Nepal’s highest scorer […]
CDA to build Dubai-Style International cricket stadium in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has decided to build an international-standard cricket stadium in the federal capital, featuring facilities modeled on Dubai’s world-class sports complexes. According to sources, the new stadium will be constructed in Sector D-12, away from the city center, to ensure smooth traffic flow during major […]
Mohsin Naqvi visits Rawalpindi stadium, meets Sri Lankan players
RAWALPINDI: Federal Minister for Interior and Chairman Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Mohsin Naqvi on Thursday visited the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium to review security arrangements ahead of the ongoing Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan. He was accompanied by Sri Lankan High Commissioner Fredd Sereviratne and Minister of State Talal Chaudhry. During […]
Sri Lankan cricket team decides to continue Pakistan tour after Naqvi’s security assurance
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) on Wednesday confirmed that its national team will continue the ongoing tour of Pakistan as planned, dismissing speculation about players returning home after Tuesday’s suicide bombing in Islamabad that killed 12 people and injured 27 outside a court. “No player is returning home,” the Sri Lankan […]
Two new teams to feature in expanded eight-team PSL 2026 edition
LAHORE: The Pakistan Super League (PSL) and franchise representatives are set to hold an important meeting in Lahore on Thursday to discuss the format and schedule for PSL 2026, sources confirmed. According to details, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has invited all six franchise representatives to attend the meeting in […]
Afghan Women United Team Debuts in Morocco, Defying Taliban’s Ban on Sports
Despite a continued ban on women’s sports by the Taliban regime, the Afghan women’s football team has made a remarkable return to the international field. According to foreign media reports, the team, now recognized as the Afghan Women United, participated in a FIFA-supported tournament, marking their re-entry into global football. […]
PCB Finalizes Preparations for New 10-Year PSL Franchise Agreement
Preparations for the new ten-year Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise agreements have reached their final stage. Representatives from the chartered firm EY MENA met with PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi to discuss the future structure and valuation of the league. PSL CEO Salman Naseer and COO Sameer Syed also attended the […]
South African Team Lauds Pakistan’s Warm Hospitality During Official Dinner at PM House
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif hosted a dinner in honour of the South African and Pakistan cricket teams at the Prime Minister’s House in Islamabad. Upon arrival, the Prime Minister warmly welcomed each player and official individually, engaging in cordial conversation with members of both squads. Addressing the gathering, Prime […]









