Foreign skiers term Malam Jabba a high standard slope

APP37-05 ISLAMABAD: February 05 - Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force along with the medal winning skiers during the prize distribution ceremony of International Ski Championships. APP

ISLAMABAD, Feb 5 (APP): The winners of CAS Karakorum Ski Championship and Malam Jabba International Alpine Ski Cup have said that the slope at the scenic Swat valley’s snow laden mountains is of higher standard and even better than several European slopes. “I must admire that Nature has bestowed Pakistan’s Swat valley with not only… Continue reading Foreign skiers term Malam Jabba a high standard slope

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Pakistan wins Davis Cup tie against Iran

ISLAMABAD, Feb 4 (APP): Pakistan completed their winning streak by beating Iran convincingly in doubles match of Davis Cup tie here at Islamabad Pakistan Sports Board Tennis Court on Saturday. Pakistan’s Aisamul Haq Qureshi and Aqeel Khan, who are the best pair for doubles, having impressive record in the tennis history of the country, defeated… Continue reading Pakistan wins Davis Cup tie against Iran

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Inzaman calls for evolving a policy to give send off players with dignity

LAHORE, Feb 3 (APP): Chairman National selection committee, Inzamam ul Haq has called for evolving a policy to give respectable send off to star players at the time of their retirement to duly acknowledge their services for the country. “I urge the Pakistan cricket Board authorities to draft a policy to give the senior and… Continue reading Inzaman calls for evolving a policy to give send off players with dignity

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Pakistan qualifies for semifinal of T 20 Blind World Cup

KARACHI, Feb 3 (APP): Pakistan has qualified for the semifinal of the T 20 Blind Cricket World Cup being played in India when it defeated Nepal by 10 wickets, says a message received here on Friday. It said that this was Pakistan’s fifth consecutive victory in this mega event. With the victory against Nepal, Pakistan… Continue reading Pakistan qualifies for semifinal of T 20 Blind World Cup

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Participation in PSL to decide my future in the game, Misbah

LAHORE, Feb 2 (APP): Captain Pakistan’s Test Cricket Team, Misbah ul Haq said on Thursday that his participation and performance in the Pakistan Super League will decide his future in the game. “My participation in PSL will help me to decide to stay or quit the game as age factor is not a problem with… Continue reading Participation in PSL to decide my future in the game, Misbah

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IOC intervenes to resolve PHF, HI conflict

ISLAMABAD, Feb 2 (APP): The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has finally intervened to resolve, in fiftten days,the conflict between Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) and Hockey India. It may be mentioned here that Hockey India (HI) recently in a statement had announced not to play any bilateral series against Pakistan unless the latter’s federation submits an… Continue reading IOC intervenes to resolve PHF, HI conflict

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Zaka slams PCB round table conference, urges solid steps

ISLAMABAD, Feb 2 (APP): Former Chairman Zaka Ashraf on Thursday strongly criticised Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for holding round table conference terming it a futile exercise. Talking to APP Zaka said the duo of so-called PCB Chairmen are just playing around their chairs while national cricket requires some practical and revolutionary steps. He said, “PCB is being run by… Continue reading Zaka slams PCB round table conference, urges solid steps

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Boxing federation condoles death of Lt Col Tariq

LAHORE, Feb 2 (APP): President, Pakistan Boxing Federation (PBF), Muhammad Khalid Mahmood and the entire Boxing Family of Pakistan is deeply grieved on the sad demise of Lt Col Muhammad Tariq Mumshad Bodla, Officer Incharge Army Volleyball, Taekwondo, Weightlifting and Squash Teams who died due to a heart attack on Thursday. “May Allah Almighty in… Continue reading Boxing federation condoles death of Lt Col Tariq

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Pakistan’s first mini astro turf laid Edhi hockey stadium

Pakistan’s first mini astro turf laid Edhi hockey stadium

KARACHI, Feb 02 (APP): Fulfilling its commitment to support and promote sports in the country, Pakistan Navy has mounted the first mini Astro turf of the country at Abdul Sattar Edhi Hockey Stadium, here on Thursday. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah inaugurated the turf, says a press release of the Navy. Speaking… Continue reading Pakistan’s first mini astro turf laid Edhi hockey stadium

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Redressal of players’ problems to bring improvement: Misbahul Haq

Redressal of players’ problems to bring improvement: Misbahul Haq

FAISALABAD, Feb 1 (APP): Cricketer Misbahul Haq on Wednesday said that redressal of players’ problems was imperative to bring improvement in their performance. Talking to the media at Iqbal Stadium after inaugurating Interloop Cricket Tournament, he said that no change would happen after playing Pakistan Super League. He said that Pakistani team performs better at… Continue reading Redressal of players’ problems to bring improvement: Misbahul Haq

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Shaoib Akhtar suggests to make Babar Azam captain

ISLAMABAD, Feb 1 (APP): Former Pakistan cricketer and world’s fastest bowler Shoaib Akhtar has said that Babar Azam should be made Test captain of Pakistan team. Shoaib Akhtar said in his statement that time has come to move on, we should invest in our future and make Babar Test captain, private news channel reported. Let it be known that… Continue reading Shaoib Akhtar suggests to make Babar Azam captain

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Ali Zafar launches anthem for Pakistan Super League

ISLAMABAD, Jan 31 (APP): Famous singer Ali Zafar’s booming anthem for HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) Ab Khel Jamay Ga comes to life with an official music video, directed by Soheb Akhar. This is the second time that Zafar has composed and sang the anthem for the league series, Gulf News reported. The singer will share the stage… Continue reading Ali Zafar launches anthem for Pakistan Super League

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PLS final in Lahore a gateway to international cricket in Pakistan, Najam Sethi

LAHORE, Jan 30 (APP): Chairman Pakistan Super League, Najam Sethi said on Monday that the successful holding of the final of the PSL here in March will open a new window to bring back international cricket to Pakistan. “The final will take place on March 5 and its smooth and successful holding will serve as… Continue reading PLS final in Lahore a gateway to international cricket in Pakistan, Najam Sethi

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Shabbir seals Tenpin Bowling title

ISLAMABAD, Jan 30 (APP): Shabbir Lashkar clinched the master singles final of the 10th National Tenpin Bowling Championship played here at Leisure City bowling Club Safa Gold Mall. In the master singles final, Shabbir won the title by scoring a massive total of 351 score with 175.5 average in two games while Ashiq Ali from KPK secured second… Continue reading Shabbir seals Tenpin Bowling title

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Pak team lacks talent: Razzaq

ISLAMABAD, Jan 30 (APP): Former all-rounder Abdul Razzaq believes only captaincy should not be blamed for defeat in the series against Australia saying Pakistan team lacks talent. “No one should blame captaincy for the recent defeats. Captaincy would work only if you have a good talented team with good all-rounders and players with skills. Add to it… Continue reading Pak team lacks talent: Razzaq

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Ex-cricketers want Azhar removed

ISLAMABAD, Jan 30 (APP): Former Pakistani cricketers have come out hard on Azhar Ali demanding the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to hand over the ODI reins to Twenty20 Skipper Sarfraz Ahmed. Former captain Wasim Akram said that having two, three captains don’t suit our cricketing culture. “Sarfraz should be the captain now. There is no… Continue reading Ex-cricketers want Azhar removed

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FATA win National Divisional Basketball Championship

PESHAWAR, Jan 29 (APP): FATA created history of winning National Inter-Division Basketball Championship after defeating Peshawar in a closely contestant final by 78-77 points played here at PSB Coaching Center on Sunday. Member Provincial Assembly Yasin Khalil was the chief guest on this occasion. Secretary Pakistan Basketball Federation Khalid Bashir, President KP Basketball Association Muhammad… Continue reading FATA win National Divisional Basketball Championship

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