West Indies win maiden ICC U19 Cricket World Cup

KARACHI, Feb. 14 (APP): West Indies rode on its fast-bowling arsenal to win the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup for the first time with a tense five-wicket victory over three-time winner India in the final in Mirpur, Bangladesh on Sunday.

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Mohsin terms PSL as Dubai Super League

ISLAMABAD, Feb 12 (APP): Former Coach Mohsin Hasan Khan while terming PSL as Dubai Super League said the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) should be shifted to Dubai as it is doing anything for the promotion of the game in the country.

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Pakistan beat India 1-0 to claim hockey gold in SAG

ISLAMABAD, Feb 12 (APP): Pakistan continued their supremacy in men’s hockey in the region as they defeated historical rivals India 1-0 in the summit clash to clinch gold in the 12th South Asian Games (SAG) at the Moullana Tayabullah Hockey Stadium Guwahati, India on Friday. According to information received here, Awais-ur-Rehman scored the lone goal… Continue reading Pakistan beat India 1-0 to claim hockey gold in SAG

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PCB name Asia Cup, T20 WC squad

ISLAMABAD, Feb 10 (APP): The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Wednesday announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup and Twenty-20 World Cup after assessing players’ performances from domestic and A team tours.

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WI stun Pak to storms in ICC World U19 CWC despite Umairs’ ton

KARACHI, Feb 8 (APP): Umair Masood smashed a fighting century but his grand effort went in van as West Indies stunned Pakistan by five wickets to storm into the semi-final of ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup in Fataullah (Bangladesh) on Monday. Batting first, Pakistan posted 226 for the loss of six wickets in their 50… Continue reading WI stun Pak to storms in ICC World U19 CWC despite Umairs’ ton

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PCB seeks more time in announcing T20 squads

ISLAMABAD, Feb 8 (APP): Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Monday sought a couple of days time from the International Cricket Council (ICC) in announcing squads for the Twenty-20 World Cup and Asia Cup.

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Lianna grabs another medal

ISLAMABAD, Feb 7 (APP): Lianna Swan won another medal for Pakistan in swimming in the South Asian Games at India. Lianna won a silver medal in 100m Breaststroke, says a press release issued here.

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ICC bans Yasir Shah till March 27 over anti-doping code violation

ISLAMABAD, Feb 7 (APP): The International Cricket Council (ICC) Sunday banned Pakistani leg-spinner Yasir Shah from playing all types of cricket for a tenure of three months, accepting cricketer’s stance in anti-doping code violation case. Following the announcement, Yasir Shah, who was banned from playing cricket on December 27, 2015; will be able to play… Continue reading ICC bans Yasir Shah till March 27 over anti-doping code violation

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Current generation missing Indo-Pak rivalry: Shoaib Akhtar

ISLAMABAD, Feb 4 (APP): Former pacer Shoaib Akhtar feels the current generation is missing out the unique rivalry of cricket matches between Pakistan and India saying he was looking forward to the Asia Cup where both the countries will meet each other. The cricket lovers around the globe can now take a sigh of relief… Continue reading Current generation missing Indo-Pak rivalry: Shoaib Akhtar

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PCB chief to award Aleem Dar Rs one million, shield

ISLAMABAD, Jan 28 (APP): Chairman Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Shahryar Khan will present one million rupees and a shield to umpire Aleem Dar on completion of 100 Test matches. The amount and shield will be awarded to Dar on Friday before the start of prize distribution ceremony of final of Cool & Cool Presents Peshawar… Continue reading PCB chief to award Aleem Dar Rs one million, shield

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Legendary goal-keeper rejected Bangladesh visa

ISLAMABAD, Jan 27 (APP): Former ace goal-keeper Mansoor Ahmed has been denied visa from the Bangladesh Embassy therefore he would not be able to join the duty of their national team’s goal-keeping coach for the South Asian Games (SAG), scheduled to be held in India next month.

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Shaun Tait reaches an agreement with Peshawar Zalmi for PSL

ISLAMABAD, Jan 21 (APP): Australian express bowler Shaun Tait has reached an agreement with Peshawar Zalmi to play in the first season of the HBL Pakistan Super League, said a press release issued by Pakistan Cricket Board on Thursday.

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