KP National Women Squash Championship from March 20

PESHAWAR, Mar 03 (APP):Khyber Pakhtunkhwa National Women Squash Championship carrying a prize money of Rs, 100,000 will be commencing from March 19, 2019 here at PAF Hashim Khan Squash Complex. This was stated Secretary KP Squash Association Munawar Zaman while talking to APP here on Sunday. Munawar Zaman, who is also squash coach in Directorate… Continue reading KP National Women Squash Championship from March 20

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PSL solid platform for players to show their skills

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ISLAMABAD, Mar 3 (APP):The right-handed batsman Iftikhar Ahmad on Sunday called Pakistan Super League (PSL) a solid platform for players to show their skills as it changed the lives of budding players. Talking to a private news channel, he said , “For me, there is only domestic and PSL where I can play and show my… Continue reading PSL solid platform for players to show their skills

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POA greets its Presidents on his re-election as VP OCA

LAHORE, Mar 3 (APP):Pakistan Olympic Association and the entire Olympic family have greeted President POA Lt Gen (R) Syed Arif Hasan on his re election as Vice President of Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) at the General Assembly of Olympic Council of Asia held in Bangkok Sunday. Syed Arif Hasan, Vice President OCA is one… Continue reading POA greets its Presidents on his re-election as VP OCA

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Lahore matches in PSL moved to Karachi due to logistical, operational challenges

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LAHORE, Mar 3 (APP):The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Sunday announced the eight Pakistan-leg matches of the HBL Pakistan Super League will be played at the National Stadium in Karachi. This late change, caused due to a situation beyond the PCB’s control, has also resulted in a tweak to the Pakistan-leg matches, which will now… Continue reading Lahore matches in PSL moved to Karachi due to logistical, operational challenges

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Bravo happy to pass his knowledge to young players in PSL

LAHORE, Mar 03 (APP):Globe-trotting former West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo showed delight in passing his knowledge about the game to some of the youngsters he comes across during the HBL PSL and termed the league a ‘tournament for younger generation of Pakistan cricket’. The 35-year-old, who retired from international cricket last year, is featuring for… Continue reading Bravo happy to pass his knowledge to young players in PSL

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National Open Polo Championship:one match decided

Team BN Polo qualifies for Challenge Polo Cup

LAHORE, Mar 02 (APP):Star performer Ahmed Ali Tiwana steered Master Paints Black to a thumping 10-4 triumph over Barry’s in the International Steels National Open Polo Championship for Quaid-e-Azam Gold Cup here at Lahore Polo Club ground on Saturday.Ahmed Ali Tiwana played a vital role in Master Paints Black’s victory by converting fantastic four goals… Continue reading National Open Polo Championship:one match decided

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CM reviews arrangements for PSL matches in Lahore

LAHORE, Mar 02 (APP):Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman  Buzdar held a meeting here on Saturday to review arrangements  for Pakistan Super League-IV, traffic plan and security  arrangements in detail. Addressing the meeting, he said that foolproof security  arrangements would be made for the matches, which would be  held in Lahore.Cricket fans will be provided the… Continue reading CM reviews arrangements for PSL matches in Lahore

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Iftikhar hopes his run-scoring will earn him more rewards

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LAHORE, Mar 02 (APP):Karachi Kings’ middle-order batsman Iftikhar Ahmed hopes that his run-scoring will earn him more rewards in the coming days. The 28-year-old from Peshawar, a top-run scorer at domestic level, scored a match winning 33 not out with two sixes and as many boundaries to help his side chase down a 134-run target… Continue reading Iftikhar hopes his run-scoring will earn him more rewards

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The £90 million man Nicolas Anelka added to World Soccer Stars tour, heads to Islamabad

LAHORE, Mar 02 (APP):Nicolas Anelka, former PSG, Liverpool, Chelsea, Man City and French International talisman has been enlisted to World Soccer Stars and is all set to arrive , Pakistan, Islamabad on March 5. TouchSky Group-World Soccer Stars has hired the services of Nicolas as a crucial signing in pursuit to revive and uplift football… Continue reading The £90 million man Nicolas Anelka added to World Soccer Stars tour, heads to Islamabad

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Dawson’s last ball boundary seals Peshawar’s win over Islamabad in PSL

LAHORE, Mar 01 (APP):Liam Dawson smashed a last ball boundary off pacer Mohammad Sami to clinch a thrilling four wicket win for Peshawar Zalmi over Islamabad United in the HBL PSL in Dubai on Friday. Needing 14 off the last over Peshawar’s skipper Darren Sammy — limping with a leg injury — smashed the fourth… Continue reading Dawson’s last ball boundary seals Peshawar’s win over Islamabad in PSL

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Lahore Qalandars fined for slow over-rate

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LAHORE, Mar 01 (APP):Lahore Qalandars have been fined for a slow over-rate offence in their HBL Pakistan Super League match against Karachi Kings at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Thursday, 28 February. Following are the details of slow over rate offence, said a spokesman of the Pakistan Cricket Board here on Friday. Team —… Continue reading Lahore Qalandars fined for slow over-rate

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National Open Polo Championship in full swing

Team BN Polo qualifies for Challenge Polo Cup

LAHORE, Mar 01 (APP):Hissam Ali Hyder’s heroics helped Diamond Paints/Newage carve out an impressive 11-8 victory against Master Paints in the International Steels National Open Polo Championship for Quaid-e-Azam Gold Cup here at Lahore Polo Club ground on Friday. Hissam played phenomenal polo and fired in fantabulous five goals to guide his side to victory… Continue reading National Open Polo Championship in full swing

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Lahore Qalandars fined for slow over-rate

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LAHORE, Mar 01 (APP):Lahore Qalandars were fined for a slow over-rate offence in their HBL Pakistan Super League match against Karachi Kings at Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Thursday (Feb 28), according to a spokesman for Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Friday.Following are the details of slow over-rate offence:- Team, Lahore Qalandars, Article breached —… Continue reading Lahore Qalandars fined for slow over-rate

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PSL helped Pakistan immeasurably: Danny Morrison

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LAHORE, Mar 01 (APP):Former New Zealand fast bowler Danny Morrison, one of the most lively and respected voices in cricket, believes the HBL Pakistan Super League has helped Pakistan immeasurably, throwing and maturing talent to the hilt. According to the information, made available here by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), the 53-year-old, a regular part of commentary teams to… Continue reading PSL helped Pakistan immeasurably: Danny Morrison

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Ilyas targets big strides in HBL PSL

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LAHORE, Mar 01 (APP):Mohammad Ilyas made an instant mark in Pakistan’s domestic cricket,taking 10 wickets on his first-class debut against Islamabad for Peshawar last year. The 20-year-old returned figures of five for 69 and five for 61 for Peshawar versus Islamabad in October last year and then backed it up with figures of four for… Continue reading Ilyas targets big strides in HBL PSL

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PCB reiterates HBL PSL to proceed as per plan

LAHORE, Mar 1 (APP):Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reiterated that the final leg of HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL), comprising eight matches, including the March 17 final, will be held in Lahore and Karachi as per the original schedule with all the six franchises and their international stars throwing their weight behind the decision. The… Continue reading PCB reiterates HBL PSL to proceed as per plan

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Two matches played in National Open Polo Championship

Team BN Polo qualifies for Challenge Polo Cup

LAHORE, Feb 28 (APP):Master Paints and Barry’s notched up contrasting victories in the International Steels National  Open Polo Championship for Quaid-e-Azam Gold Cup matches, played here at Lahore Polo  Club ground on Thursday. In the first match of the day, Master Paints overcame spirited Master Paints Black  by 7-5. Thanks to Juan Cruz Losada who… Continue reading Two matches played in National Open Polo Championship

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Corey Anderson aims to make Lahore champions

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LAHORE, Feb 28 (APP):New Zealand all-rounder Corey Anderson targets a role in leading Lahore Qalandars to the elusive HBL Pakistan Super League title and believes the league provides youngsters a good chance of learning and maturing. The 28-year-old, who has played 13 Tests, 49 ODIs and 31 T20Is for New Zealand, hopes to deliver for… Continue reading Corey Anderson aims to make Lahore champions

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DG SBP urges sports events across province

LAHORE, Feb 28 (APP):Director General (DG) Sports Board Punjab (SBP) Nadeem Sarwar has urged all divisional,district and Tehsil sports officers to hold maximum competitive events in their respective areas to find promising young players. He issued these directives during an important meeting of divisional sports officers here at National Hockey Stadium on Thursday. The meeting… Continue reading DG SBP urges sports events across province

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All set to hold National Bodybuilding Championship

LAHORE, Feb 28 (APP):Country’s premier bodybuilding activity, the National Bodybuilding Championship will be organised here on Friday under the aegis of Pakistan Bodybuilding Federation (PBF). The one-day event will be participated by top musclemen belonging to affiliated units of the PBF. “A galaxy of bodybuilders will be displaying their healthy muscles and physique in the… Continue reading All set to hold National Bodybuilding Championship

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