LAHORE, Feb 05 (APP):Quetta Gladiators started their journey in the HBL Pakistan Super League as an underdog unit, but after three years, their winning percentage (56.66) in the league stands only behind Peshawar Zalmi (57.57) and Islamabad United (59.37).The Gladiators’ success in the league has been built on the youth and street-smart captaincy of Sarfaraz… Continue reading Quetta Gladiators , From underdogs to a force to be reckoned with in HBL PSL
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Sarfaraz Ahmed to continue as Pakistan captain
LAHORE, Feb 05 (APP):The Pakistan Cricket Board on Tuesday confirmed that Sarfaraz Ahmed will remain captain till the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019, which will be staged in England and Wales from 30 May to 14 July.”I am happy to confirm that Sarfaraz will remain Pakistan captain till the World Cup. I was always clear… Continue reading Sarfaraz Ahmed to continue as Pakistan captain
Muhammad Sami to lead Islamabad United
RAWALPINDI, Feb 04 (APP):Renowned fast bowler Muhammad Sami will be leading Islamabad United in the fourth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) starting February 14. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Islamabad United, Shoaib Naveed while addressing a press conference here on Monday said that Muhammad Sami would be captain of Islamabad United. He said, the performance of… Continue reading Muhammad Sami to lead Islamabad United
Honda Polo Cup to get under way
LAHORE, Feb 04 (APP):The Honda Polo Cup 2019 will roll into action on Tuesday (tomorrow) here at Lahore Polo Club ground. President Lahore Polo Club (LPC) President Malik Atif Yar Tiwana said on Monday that top six teams are featuring in the 12-goal tournament. The participating teams have been divided into two pools. Pool A… Continue reading Honda Polo Cup to get under way
Nepal beats Pakistan in 5th T-20 Women Blind Cricket Series
KARACHI, Feb 04 (APP):The Nepal women blind cricket team on Monday defeated Pakistan women blind cricket team in the 5th T-20 international match of the Nepal-Pakistan Women Blind Cricket Series played at Shalimar Cricket Stadium, Islamabad. Pakistan won the toss which had been the case throughout the series and selected to bat first. Pakistan team made… Continue reading Nepal beats Pakistan in 5th T-20 Women Blind Cricket Series
Pakistan wins 2 gold medals, 1 silver & 2 bronze in 7th International Fujairah Taekwondo Open
PESHAWAR, Feb 04 (APP):Pakistan claimed two gold medal, one silver and two bronze medals with the Queen and youngest player of the event Ayseha Ayaz from Swat felt her presence by winning bronze medal in the 27kg weight category of the 7th Fujairah Open Taekwondo Championship at United Arab Emirates Sports Complex.
Karachi Kings, the side on rise in HBL PSL
LAHORE, Feb 04 (APP):Karachi Kings’ success graph is rising in the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) but they had a dismal first year in 2016 when they won only two games and finished fourth in the points table, but after that they have finished third and second in 2017 and 2018 respectively.
Pakistan women beat West Indies in Sana’s 100th T20I
LAHORE, Feb 03 (APP):A pre-match pep talk by pakistan cricket team Sarfaraz Ahmed did the trick for Pakistan women team who defeated the West Indies by 12 runs in the third and final women’s T20 at Karachi’s Southend Club on Sunday. The West Indies won the series by 2-1 and both the sides will now… Continue reading Pakistan women beat West Indies in Sana’s 100th T20I
Multan Sultans, HBL PSL popularity set to increase manifold
LAHORE, Feb 03 (APP):Multan Sultans made their HBL Pakistan Super League debut only in 2018, but their popularity in the league is at par with any other team. Under a new owner, they are the most expensive HBL PSL franchise, according to a analysis made available to APP here on Sunday. Their popularity in Pakistan,… Continue reading Multan Sultans, HBL PSL popularity set to increase manifold
Nepal blind women cricket team beat Pakistan
LAHORE, Feb 02 (APP):The visiting Nepal blind women cricket team scored a thumping ten wickets win over Pakistan to win the third T20 international march on Saturday at Waqar-un-Nisa College for Women Rawalpindi. The match was actually scheduled to play in Faisalabad on February First but due to heavy rains it was shifted to Rawalpindi,… Continue reading Nepal blind women cricket team beat Pakistan
Mahira Khan appointed Peshawar Zalmi’s Ambassador
LAHORE, Feb 02 (APP):Pakistan Super League’s top most franchise Peshawar Zalmi has appointed country’s famous actress Mahira Khan as its brand ambassador for PSL season four commencing from February 14 in UAE. “We are very delighted that Mahira Khan once again has joined the Yellow Storm and becomes part of the Zalmi Family,” said Javed… Continue reading Mahira Khan appointed Peshawar Zalmi’s Ambassador
Lahore Qalandars, the heart of HBL PSL
LAHORE, Feb 02 (APP):If Lahore is the heart of Pakistan, then Lahore Qalandars are the heart of the HBL Pakistan Super League. Qalandars’ success-rate might be lower than other sides in the tournament but their popularity remains as high as any other team. Some of the most exciting T20 talents have been part of the… Continue reading Lahore Qalandars, the heart of HBL PSL
Islamabad United: The most successful HBL PSL side
LAHORE, Feb 1 (APP)-:Two-time champion of HBL Pakistan Super League, Islamabad United will kick off their title defence against Lahore Qalandars in the tournament opener in Dubai on February 14. The match will be played following what is expected to be a sensational and eye-catching opening ceremony. United won the first title in 2016 and… Continue reading Islamabad United: The most successful HBL PSL side
2nd T20 between Pak and Nepal blind women cricket teams washed out
LAHORE, Feb 01 (APP):The second international T20 between Pakistan and the visiting Nepal blind women cricket team was washed out due to rain at University of Faisalabad ground on Thursday. The umpires and the match referee inspected the pitch and the ground twice and called off the match as the rain which came in spells… Continue reading 2nd T20 between Pak and Nepal blind women cricket teams washed out
Dottin, Nation and Connell gatecrash Pakistan’s women cricket teams 100th T20I party
LAHORE, Feb 01 (APP):Deandra Dottin and Chedean Nation spoiled Pakistan women’s cricket team’s 100th T20I celebrations with an unbroken third wicket century stand that guided the West Indies women’s cricket team to a convincing 71 runs victory in front of GEO Super cameras in the first match at Karachi’s Southend Club on Thursday. Dottin returned… Continue reading Dottin, Nation and Connell gatecrash Pakistan’s women cricket teams 100th T20I party
HBL PSL Champion Islamabad United kicks off title hunt
PESHAWAR, Feb 1 (APP):Two-time HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) Champion, Islamabad United will kick off their title defense against Lahore Qalandars in the tournament opener in Dubai on Feb 14. The match is expected to be a sensational and eye-catching opening ceremony. United won the first title in 2016 and second in 2018. Winning 19 out of… Continue reading HBL PSL Champion Islamabad United kicks off title hunt
SBP returning to its actual mandate: DG
LAHORE, Feb 01 (APP):Sports Board Punjab (SBP) is gradually returning to its actual mandate and it is essential for other sports organisations and departments as well for true revival of sports in the country. This was stated by Director General Sports Punjab Nadeem Sarwar while talking to the media at National Hockey Stadium here on… Continue reading SBP returning to its actual mandate: DG
HBL PSL , The movers and shakers!
LAHORE, Jan 31 (APP):The players draft for the fourth edition of the HBL Pakistan Super League was held on November 20, 2018 in Islamabad where teams reshuffled their squads and brought in new local and overseas talent. A number of star faces have joined the PSL 2019 for the first time, whereas many players have… Continue reading HBL PSL , The movers and shakers!
Actress Sana Javed joins Peshawar Zalmi as goodwill ambassador
LAHORE, Jan 31 (APP):Famous upcoming actress, Sana Javed has joined Peshawar Zalmi as the Goodwill Ambassador for the fourth edition of Pakistan Super League (PSL). She will be supporting Peshawar Zalmi during the mega event being played in United Arab Emirates and Pakistan. Chairman Peshawar Zalmi, Javed Afridi on Thursday welcomed Sana Javed into the… Continue reading Actress Sana Javed joins Peshawar Zalmi as goodwill ambassador
Nepal and Pak women blind cricket team inaugurate sports festival
LAHORE, Jan 30 (APP):The visiting Nepal women blind cricket team along with Pakistan team inaugurated the Tufian sports festival in Faisalabad on Wednesday. Upon their arrival at the University of Faisalabad , both the team were accorded a warm welcome which was followed by a reception. Prof Dr. Muhammad Saeed, Rector University of Faisalabad, Mian… Continue reading Nepal and Pak women blind cricket team inaugurate sports festival