Category: Sports
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Imam-ul-Haq Injury Revives Questions Over Previous ‘Fake Injury’ Controversy
LAHORE: Pakistan batter Imam-ul-Haq’s latest injury has brought a controversial episode from the past back into the spotlight, with reports suggesting that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) may once again examine the circumstances surrounding his current injury. Imam recently suffered an injury during Pakistan’s Test series in England, prompting renewed questions because of a previous…
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WritingPakistanis Shine at Sydney Marathon
More than 30 Pakistani and Pakistani-origin runners took part in the 42.195-kilometre Sydney Marathon, competing alongside thousands of athletes from around the world. Among the Pakistani runners, Danish Elahi delivered the fastest performance, completing the marathon in 3 hours, 29 minutes and 7 seconds. He had previously said that he wanted to run in traditional…
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England pace quartet might keep Jofra Archer going until he is 40
Jofra Archer said he might play “until I’m 40” thanks to the benefits of being a member of England’s new-look fast-bowling quartet. The ongoing three-Test series against Pakistan represents the first time Archer, Ollie Robinson, Josh Tongue and Gus Atkinson have all featured in the same England side. Initial results have been impressive, with Pakistan…
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Pakistan’s World Cup Journey Ends in 11th Place After Eight-Year Return
Pakistan’s national hockey team finished 11th at the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup after returning to the global tournament for the first time since 2018. Pakistan played six matches, winning two, losing three and drawing one. The team scored 17 goals while conceding 23. Hannan Shahid was Pakistan’s top scorer with four goals. The four-time…
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Pakistan Head Coach Sarfaraz Ahmed Takes Responsibility Amid England Tour Struggles
LONDON: Pakistan cricket team head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed has refused to blame individual players for the team’s poor performance during the England tour, saying he will take full responsibility. Speaking after the second day of the Lord’s Test, Sarfaraz said the players had struggled, particularly in batting, but deserved support during difficult times. He said…
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Lord’s Test: Pakistan suffer injury scare ahead day-2
Opening batter Imam-ul-Haq has suffered a low-grade calf strain during the ongoing second Test against England at Lord’s, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed on Friday. The left-hander picked up the injury to his left calf while fielding on the opening day of the Test on Thursday. Scans subsequently confirmed a low-grade strain, with the…
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Pakistan retains Rizwan and Salman for the Lord’s Test, while Saud Shakeel is dropped.
Pakistan has decided to retain experienced players Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Ali Agha in the playing XI for the second Test against England at Lord’s, while Saud Shakeel is expected to be dropped from the team. The decision comes after Pakistan suffered a heavy defeat against England in the first Test at Headingley, Leeds, where…
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PCB Advertises Vacancy for Fielding Coach
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has opened applications for the position of Fielding Coach for the men’s national cricket team. The board is looking for a fielding coach who can work with the Pakistan men’s red-ball and white-ball teams. The PCB has officially issued an advertisement inviting applications from qualified and interested candidates. According to…
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Unsuitable Kits in England’s Cold Weather Cause Problems for Pakistan Players
Some members of Pakistan’s national cricket team have reportedly raised concerns about the quality and suitability of their Test kits during the team’s tour of England. According to sources, the kits provided to Pakistani players were not designed with England’s cold weather in mind. Players reportedly complained that the jersey material was relatively thin and…
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Lord’s Test: Pakistan Likely to Make Changes, Babar Azam Expected to Return
Pakistan are considering changes to their playing XI for the second Test against England at Lord’s, with Babar Azam expected to return after missing the opening match due to a hand injury. The second Test is scheduled to begin on August 27 at Lord’s in London. The final playing XI is expected to be decided…






