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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Tickets for PSL games in Dubai go online for sale
ISLAMABAD, Jan 23 (APP):Tickets go online for sale for the opening ceremony of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) and the matches scheduled in Dubai.
PSF working on plan to increase strength, stamina of players: Shahid Alvi
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
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
Pak cueists’ participation in key int’l events doubtful due to funds crunch: PBSA chairman
ISLAMABAD, Jan 22 (APP):Pakistan Billiards and Snooker Association (PBSA) Chairman Alamgir A Shaikh said on Tuesday that participation of the country’s cueists in international events was doubtful due to financial constraints as the federation had not received any funding from the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) during the ongoing year. “The annual grant issued by the… Continue reading Pak cueists’ participation in key int’l events doubtful due to funds crunch: PBSA chairman
Gold-winning Pak Junior Squash given a heroic welcome on return
ISLAMABAD, Jan 22 (APP):Pakistan Junior Squash team received a heroic welcome when they returned homeon early Tuesday following their astounding show in the 19th Asian Junior Squash TeamChampionship at Pattaya, Thailand. After registering wins in all their pool matches, Pakistan team outclassed traditional rivals India 2-0 in the final to claim the gold medal. The… Continue reading Gold-winning Pak Junior Squash given a heroic welcome on return
KP Tennis players to appear in Davis Cup trials on Jan 23
PESHAWAR, Jan 21 (APP):A total of five top ranking players from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa would appear in the trials to be held on January 23 at Pakistan Tennis Federation Club Islamabad for the forthcoming Davis Cup in February in India.This was stated by Secretary Khyber Pakhtunkhwa TennisAssociation Umar Ayaz while talking to APP here on Monday. He said… Continue reading KP Tennis players to appear in Davis Cup trials on Jan 23