HBL PSL 2019, a trip down the memory lane

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LAHORE, Jan 27 (APP):The countdown to the HBL PSL 2019 has already started and less than three weeks remain before the cricket festivity season begins in full force in United Arab Emirates and Pakistan. Defending champions Islamabad United will take on Lahore Qalandars in Dubai on 14 February and the 32-day spectacle in which 34… Continue reading HBL PSL 2019, a trip down the memory lane

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Fawad arrives in Dubai to attend inaugural ceremony of ‘Maidan Sajana Hai’ campaign

ISLAMABAD, Jan 26 (APP):Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain Saturday arrived in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), to attend the inaugural ceremony of ” Maidan Sajana Hai” campaign being held in connection with the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PLS) 4. The minister during the UAE visit would highlight the priorities of the… Continue reading Fawad arrives in Dubai to attend inaugural ceremony of ‘Maidan Sajana Hai’ campaign

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Pakistan name T20I squad for South Africa series

LAHORE, Jan 26 (APP):The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) selectors have named a 15-player T20I squad for the upcoming series against South Africa, which includes one change from the one that defeated Australia and New Zealand by identical 3-0 margins. In the announced squad, fast bowler Mohammad Amir has returned to the side and has replaced… Continue reading Pakistan name T20I squad for South Africa series

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Former Pak captain Zaheer Abbas becomes President of Peshawar Zalmi

LAHORE, Jan 26 (APP):Pakistan’s former captain, former ICC President, Asian Bradman, Zaheer Abbas becomes the President of Peshawar Zalmi for the second consecutive year in the fourth edition of Pakistan Super League (PSL).Zaheer Abbas is a big name in the cricketing world and his wisdom and experience would be beneficial for Peshawar Zalmi in PSL,… Continue reading Former Pak captain Zaheer Abbas becomes President of Peshawar Zalmi

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Asad to face Noor Zaman in National U-17 Squash Championship final

PESHAWAR, Jan 25 (APP):Asad Ullah setup a final showdown against Noor Zaman in the final of the ongoing All Pakistan National Under-17 Squash Championship being played here at PAF Hashim Khan Squash Complex on Friday. The final will be played on Saturday at 3.00 p.m with Secretary Irrigation Daud Khan will grace the occasion as… Continue reading Asad to face Noor Zaman in National U-17 Squash Championship final

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Michael Gough to umpire in Lahore; PCB announces match officials

PESHAWAR, Jan 25 (APP):The Pakistan Cricket Board announced that the ICC’s international panel umpire Michael Gough will travel to Lahore to umpire in the HBL Pakistan Super League 2019, says a press release issued here on Friday. Gough, 39, will umpire in the March 9 and 10 matches between Lahore Qalandars and Islamabad United, and… Continue reading Michael Gough to umpire in Lahore; PCB announces match officials

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Michel Gough to act as umpire as PCB announces match officials for PSL 2019

LAHORE, Jan 25 (APP):The Pakistan Cricket Board on Friday announced that the ICC’s international panel umpire Michael Gough will travel to Lahore for HBL Pakistan Super League 2019. Gough 39, will umpire in the 9 and 10 March matches between Lahore Qalandars and Islamabad United, and Lahore Qalandars and Multan Sultans, respectively, said a spokesman… Continue reading Michel Gough to act as umpire as PCB announces match officials for PSL 2019

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West Indies T20 star trio added to HBL PSL 2019 star power

LAHORE, Jan 24 (APP):The star-studded player roster of HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2019 received a further boost with the addition of the West Indies T20 star trio of Andre Russell, Dwayne Smith and Andre Fletcher, in-form England top-order batsman James Vince, and South Africa’s duo of Hardus Viljeon and David Wise at the Replacement… Continue reading West Indies T20 star trio added to HBL PSL 2019 star power

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Jubilee Insurance National Masters +40 Snooker Championship 2019 commences

ISLAMABAD, Jan 24 (APP):The third edition of Jubilee Insurance National Masters +40 Snooker Championship 2019 commenced on Thursday at the Snooker Hall of Pakistan Sports Board (PSB), Sports Complex, Islamabad. Eighteen cueists, divided into eight groups for the preliminary rounds are in the action in the four-day championship, which is scheduled to end on Sunday. Top two from… Continue reading Jubilee Insurance National Masters +40 Snooker Championship 2019 commences

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PCB regrets Durban incident

LAHORE, Jan 24 (APP):Pakistan Cricket Board has expressed regrets over the remark made by Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed which were picked up by the stump mic during the second ODI against South Africa in Durban. The PCB neither endorses nor supports any comments that have the potential to cause offense, and firmly reiterates their zero-tolerance… Continue reading PCB regrets Durban incident

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Andre Fletcher rejoins Peshawar Zalmi for PSL

LAHORE, Jan 24 (APP):West Indies Andre Fletcher has rejoined Peshawar Zalmi Yellow Storm for the fourth edition of the HBL Pakistan Super League being played next month in United Arab Emirates and Pakistan. Fletcher comes as a replacement for Afghanistan’s Waqar Salamkheil who has been called for national duty in the Afghan team. PSL number… Continue reading Andre Fletcher rejoins Peshawar Zalmi for PSL

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FIH suspends Pakistan hockey team from 2019 FIH Pro League

ISLAMABAD, Jan 24 (APP):Pakistan hockey team will not be able to play in the 2019 FIH Pro League as the International Hockey Federation (FIH) on Thursday said it had taken the decision to suspend it from the event. “Pakistan will not take part in the 2019 FIH Pro League. The Pakistan Hockey Association (Federation) informed FIH… Continue reading FIH suspends Pakistan hockey team from 2019 FIH Pro League

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National Junior U-17 Squash: Asad Ullah, Hassan, Noor, Khurshal enter into semi-finals

PESHAWAR, Jan 24 (APP):Asad Ullah of PAF, Muhammad Hassan Raza of Punjab, Noor Zaman and Khurshal Riaz of PAF took berth into the semi-finals of the ongoing All Pakistan National Junior Under-17 Squash Championship being played here at PAF Hashim Khan Squash Complex on Thursday. Top seed Asad Ullah of PAF took no time in… Continue reading National Junior U-17 Squash: Asad Ullah, Hassan, Noor, Khurshal enter into semi-finals

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Major step towards revival of int’l cricket in Pakistan as Windies women team to tour Karachi

ISLAMABAD, Jan 24 (APP):In a major step towards the revival of international cricket in the country, the Pakistan Cricket Board on Thursday confirmed that the Windies women’s cricket team would play three Twenty20 Internationals in Karachi in the build-up to the ICC Women’s Championship fourth round fixture. The three T20Is will be played on January… Continue reading Major step towards revival of int’l cricket in Pakistan as Windies women team to tour Karachi

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West Indies women to play three T20Is in Karachi

LAHORE, Jan 24 (APP):In a major step towards the revival of international cricket in the country, Pakistan Cricket Board on Thursday confirmed that the West Indies women’s cricket team will play three T20 Internationals in Karachi in the build-up to ICC Women’s Championship fourth round fixture. The three T20Is will be played on Jan 31… Continue reading West Indies women to play three T20Is in Karachi

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Air Chief awards cash prizes to Asian junior squash champions

ISLAMABAD, Jan 23 (APP):To honour the winners of Asian Junior Squash Team Championship a prize distribution ceremony was held here at a local hotel on late Tuesday. Air Chief Marshal Mujahid Anwar Khan, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force, who is also President Pakistan Squash Federation was the chief guest on the occasion.… Continue reading Air Chief awards cash prizes to Asian junior squash champions

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PSF working on plan to increase strength, stamina of players: Shahid Alvi

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ISLAMABAD, Jan 22 (APP):Pakistan Squash Federation (PSF) is working on a plan to increase physical strength and stamina of players, enabling them to perform to the fullest at the international level, Senior Vice President PSF Air Marshal Shahid Akhtar Alvi said on Tuesday. He was addressing a news conference here at a local hotel to… Continue reading PSF working on plan to increase strength, stamina of players: Shahid Alvi

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Masterly Ahmed Baig awarded Professional Golfers Card

LAHORE, Jan 22 (APP):Ahmed Baig the celebrated and brilliant one of the Pakistan Golf Scene was formally awarded the Professional Golfers Card personally by Lt Gen (r) Hilal Hussain, President of Pakistan Golf Federation. The award was presented at a ceremony at Sky View golf club here, said a spokesman of PGF. Award of the… Continue reading Masterly Ahmed Baig awarded Professional Golfers Card

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