LAHORE, Jul 09 (APP):Former Pakistan cricket captain, Zaheer Abbas praised the title winning performance of Pakistan team in the Tri-nation T20 series in Zimbabwe and termed it “an outstanding show” which also helped the country to retain its number status in T20 cricket. “Our team has once again proved its supremacy in the T20… Continue reading Zaheer Abbas praises Pak team performance
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Fakhar Zaman claims second position in ICC rankings
ISLAMABAD, Jul 9 (APP):Pakistan’s Fakhar Zaman’s string of good scores, have helped him vault 44 places to claim second position in the latest ICC player rankings after the finish of tri-series in Harare. In the latest player rankings, which also takes into account India’s 2-0 and 2-1 series win against Ireland and England, respectively, Australia… Continue reading Fakhar Zaman claims second position in ICC rankings
6 countries foreign players to visit Pakistan for Int’l Squash tournaments
ISLAMABAD, Jul 9 (APP):Foreign players from 6 countries will be participating in International Men and Women Squash tournaments to take place here at Mushaf Squash Complex in September. Talking to APP, Pakistan Squash Federation (PSF) Game Development Officer, Flight Lieutenant Aamir Iqbal said Chief of the Air Staff (COAS) International Men Squash and Pakistan International Women Squash tournaments… Continue reading 6 countries foreign players to visit Pakistan for Int’l Squash tournaments
Askari felicitates national cricket team
LAHORE, Jul 08 (APP):Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Dr Hasan Askari has congratulated National Cricket team over its glorious victory in the final match of T20 Tri-Series. While applauding players, he said that Pakistani players displayed excellent performance in the field with passion, determination and hard-work which brought defeat for the host team. By winning against… Continue reading Askari felicitates national cricket team
COAS felicitates Pak cricket team on winning T20 match
ISLAMABAD, July 8 (APP):Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General General Qamar Javed Bajwa Sunday congratulated Pakistan cricket team on winning T20 Tri Services at Zimbabwe and retaining T20 top cricket team ranking. According Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) Pakistan is a resilient, peaceful and sports loving nation.
Rustum, Zeeshan win Arm Wrestling titles
PESHAWAR, Jul 08 (APP):Rustum Khan and Muhammad Zeeshan claimed the titles of the Arm Wrestling Championship organized by Asian Gym at its premises here on Sunday. Former Mr. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Saeed Ur Rehman Yousafzai supervised the contests for the first time in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Muhammad Yousaf, Haider Khan and Mehmood Ur Rehman acted as judges… Continue reading Rustum, Zeeshan win Arm Wrestling titles
Plan tours against tougher sides: Qadir
ISLAMABAD, Jul 08 (APP):Former spinner Abdul Qadir has urged Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to focus on 2019 World Cup and plan national team’s tour against tougher sides. Talking to APP, the former cricketer said players must be trained according to pitches in England. “The Tri-Nation series between Pakistan, Zimbabwe and Australia did not benefit Pakistan… Continue reading Plan tours against tougher sides: Qadir
PHF wants a proper annual budget
ISLAMABAD, Jul 08 (APP):Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has said that there should be a proper annual budget set for the federation as to manage the affairs all by itself instead of pleaing for grants from the government. Talking to APP, PHF Secretary Shahbaz Ahmed Sr said every time we have to plea for grants from… Continue reading PHF wants a proper annual budget
‘PFF not working for football’
ISLAMABAD, Jul 08 (APP):Pakistan football fraternity has lashed out at the National Football Federation (PFF) for ignoring the game and talent in the country. Talking to APP, former international FIFA referee Ahmed Jan said football talent cannot flourish in the country until and unless political meddling is not stopped. “Incumbent PFF president Faisal Saleh Hayat… Continue reading ‘PFF not working for football’
National training camp of U12 baseball team in full swing
LAHORE, Jul 06 (APP):National Training Camp of U12 baseball team for its participation in the U12 Asian Baseball Championship is in full swing here at Bahria town baseball stadium. “The three-week-long championship, which commenced on June 21, is ensuring the best possible training of the team under the watchful eyes of experienced coaches,” said… Continue reading National training camp of U12 baseball team in full swing
Arshad, Hadi to represent Pakistan in Asian Referee Course in Malaysia
PESHAWAR, Jul 06 (APP):Pakistan’s Muhammad Arshad Jan and Sahibzada Abdul Hadi are going to represent the country in the forthcoming International Full-Body Contact Karate Referee Course in Malaysia to be starting from July 7-9, 2018. Muhammad Arshad Jan (Punjab) and Sahibzada Hadi (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa) have already reached Malaysia. Talking to APP before leaving for Malaysia… Continue reading Arshad, Hadi to represent Pakistan in Asian Referee Course in Malaysia
Shotokan Karate Gujranwala wins Punjab Inter Club Team Karate title
LAHORE, Jul 05 (APP):Shotokan karate international Gujranwala won the title of Punjab inter club team karate team here on Thursday at the Gymnasium hall of Punjab College. Altogether 28 clubs from all over the Punjab participated in the event. Ultimate Martial Art Centre Lahore Stood Second while Punjab Karate Club Faisalabad and New Friends… Continue reading Shotokan Karate Gujranwala wins Punjab Inter Club Team Karate title
PCB must focus on 2019 WC: Qadir
ISLAMABAD, July 5 (APP):Former leg-spinner Abdul Qadir Thursday said Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) must focus on preparing green-shirts for 2019 World Cup instead of playing Pakistan against below-par teams. Talking to APP, Qadir, who was also former PCB chief selector, said 2019 World Cup is scheduled to take place in England and Wales and we… Continue reading PCB must focus on 2019 WC: Qadir
Boxers likely to train in Iran for Asian Games
ISLAMABAD, Jul 5 (APP):Pakistan Boxing Federation (PBF) is likely to send boxers for training to Iran this month to prepare for the Asian Games to take place in Jakarta from August 18 to September 2. Talking to APP, PBF Secretary, Lt. Col. (R) Muhammad Nasir Ijaz Tung said currently boxers training camp is underway here… Continue reading Boxers likely to train in Iran for Asian Games
PTF names 7-member team for Asian Games
ISLAMABAD, Jul 5 (APP):Pakistan Taekwondo Federation (PTF) has named a 7-member team for Asian Games to take place in Jakarta from August 18 to September 2. Talking to APP, Lt. Col. (R) Waseem Ahmed, President PTF, said 4 male and 3 female players will be participating in the event. “The team will be accompanied by… Continue reading PTF names 7-member team for Asian Games
No one can bring improvement in hockey: PHF
ISLAMABAD, Jul 5 (APP):Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) Thursday said no one can bring improvement in the game unless we groom and educate our youth from grass-root level. Talking to APP, PHF Secretary Shahbaz Ahmed Sr said every time we have to plea for grants from the government for participation in national and international championships.… Continue reading No one can bring improvement in hockey: PHF
SBP to hold Tehsil-level Trials
LAHORE, Jul 05 (APP):Director Sports Hafeez Bhatti directed all provincial coaches to hold trials at tehsil level in all games within a period of one month to identify young talented players. He issued these instructions during a coaches meeting here at National Hockey Stadium on Thursday. Deputy Director Shahid Nizami, Assistant Director Raees-ur-Rehman and 44… Continue reading SBP to hold Tehsil-level Trials
Hockey team put up dismal show in champions trophy, Director PHF
LAHORE, Jul 04 (APP):Director Development and Domestic, Pakistan Hockey Federation, former Olympian Naveed Alam said Wednesday that Pak team put up dismal performance in the last edition of the Champions trophy in Holland and finishing at last position of number six is a alarming sign for the national sport. “Finishing with a wooden spoon… Continue reading Hockey team put up dismal show in champions trophy, Director PHF
Zalmi received honour of most valuable brand of PSL
LAHORE, Jul 04 (APP):Former Pakistan Super League Champion Peshawar Zalmi, has received another great honor for being the most valuable brand in the third edition of Pakistan Super League. “It is a big achievement for us that Zalmi has been declared the most valuable brand of the PSL for the second successive year by… Continue reading Zalmi received honour of most valuable brand of PSL
Punjab inter club karate team championship
LAHORE, Jul 04 (APP):Punjab Inter Club Karate Team Kumite Karate Championship will be organized here from July 6 at the Gymnasium hall of Punjab College. Thirty two clubs from all over the Punjab are participating in the event being held under aegis of Punjab Karate Association, said a spokesman of PKA while talking to… Continue reading Punjab inter club karate team championship
