Pakistan cricket hit a fresh low during the dismal 3-0 Test whitewash in England, even if a dazzling cameo by debutant Razaullah at least ensured a tour marred by mid-series sackings ended with a flicker of hope. Described as the worst team to tour England in the last 50 years, Pakistan’s cycle of chopping and…

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LAHORE: An initial inquiry report has reportedly been prepared against Pakistan Test opener Imam-ul-Haq over allegations involving a suspected injury, possible disciplinary violations and other concerns related to his conduct as a national cricketer. According to sources, Imam-ul-Haq is facing allegations relating to allegedly questionable injuries, leaks of information from the dressing room and violations of…

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Test cricket fortunes have suffered another setback, with the national team dropping one place in the Test rankings following its defeat against England. The result has also left Pakistan at the bottom of the World Test Championship (WTC) standings, adding further pressure on the team after a disappointing home series. Pakistan’s latest decline comes…

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Elena Rybakina delivered a devastating display to dethrone two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka with a 6-4 5-7 6-2 win in the US Open final on Saturday, earning a third Grand Slam crown to accompany her ascent to world number one. The Russian-born Kazakh’s icy composure on the grand stage helped her snap Sabalenka’s 20-match winning…

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Mike Hesson has opened the door to taking up a full-time role with Pakistan’s Test team after serving as interim coach during the recently concluded England series. Hesson, along with bowling coach Ashley Noffke, was brought in by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) after the board made significant changes to the Test squad and coaching…

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s equestrian team has received final clearance for its horse, Eden du Veret, to travel to Tokyo for the Asian Games. According to Pakistani equestrian athlete Usman Khan, Eden du Veret is scheduled to depart from France for Tokyo on September 14, with the horse expected to arrive in Tokyo on September 15. Usman…

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BIRMINGHAM: England defeated Pakistan by eight wickets in the third and final Test in Birmingham, completing a historic 3-0 series whitewash in a home Test series against Pakistan for the first time. Chasing a target of 130 runs on the fourth day, England lost two early wickets and Pakistan briefly appeared capable of making the chase difficult. Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Abbas struck twice in the opening stages, giving his side hope of an unlikely comeback. However, England recovered through a…

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BIRMINGHAM: Pakistan fast bowler Razaullah produced a sensational batting performance on his Test debut against England, helping Pakistan avoid an innings defeat and etching his name into the record books with an explosive half-century. Razaullah came to the crease at No. 9 during Pakistan’s second innings and played an attacking knock of 81 runs from…

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Mikel Arteta has revealed he sets challenges for his Arsenal players including delaying their meals and turning up the heat in the dressing room in a bid to keep them focused. The Gunners were delayed by air traffic control issues in Britain as they made their way to Naples for their Champions League opener this…

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LAHORE: Pakistan cricketers Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq, who were released from the national squad following the Lord’s Test, appeared before the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in Lahore in connection with an ongoing inquiry into alleged dressing-room leaks during the England series. According to highly placed sources, former Pakistan captain and wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan appeared before the NCCIA…

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