BANGKOK: A 24-year-old footballer was killed after being struck by lightning during a football match in Thailand. According to foreign media reports, the tragic incident occurred at Santi Stadium in Sungai Kolok, southern Thailand, where a local tournament match under the Golok FA Cup was being played between teams from Thailand and Malaysia amid heavy…

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Pakistan made an impressive start to its campaign at the ITF Masters World Team Championship for men aged over 45 years, defeating the United States 3-0 in the opening match held in Lisbon, Portugal. More than 300 players from 30 countries are participating in the event, with Pakistan being represented by experienced and skilled players…

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Islamabad: The Pakistan hockey team defeated South Korea 4-3 in the third match of the hockey test series at the Naseer Bunda Hockey Stadium, Islamabad. South Korea took the lead in the 10th minute of the match through a goal by Kim Hyun Jung, maintaining their advantage until the end of the first quarter. In…

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Moroccan female footballer Faten Ben Omar Al-Azizi died after drowning in the sea while attempting to reach Ceuta, a Spanish territory, according to local media reports. Reports said that Faten, who had previously represented Moghreb Athletic Tétouan, was traveling through a dangerous sea route to reach Ceuta when an accident occurred during the journey, resulting…

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Abu Dhabi: Pakistan made a historic debut in the Masters category of the Abu Dhabi World Ju-Jitsu Championship, winning two gold medals and one bronze medal in its first-ever appearance. Former Asian champion Abu Huraira and Muhammad Ammar secured gold medals for Pakistan in the Masters Duo and Duo Show events, marking a significant achievement…

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Dubai: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has imposed an eight-year ban on American cricketer Budugam Akhilesh Reddy after finding him guilty of multiple breaches of the ICC Anti-Corruption Code. According to an ICC statement, Reddy committed three separate violations of the Anti-Corruption Code during the Abu Dhabi T10 League 2025. Following an investigation, the ICC’s…

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Lisbon: Portuguese football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly set to marry his long-time partner, Georgina Rodríguez, on August 8 in Madeira, Portugal, according to international media reports. The couple is expected to hold their wedding ceremony at the historic Funchal Cathedral, followed by a grand reception at a five-star hotel on the island. Madeira is…

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Following a landmark 2026 FIFA World Cup, global transfer valuations have undergone a massive recalibration. Leading the surge is Manchester City striker Erling Haaland, whose historic performance on international soccer’s biggest stage has propelled his estimated market value to an unprecedented $240 million (€220 million). Haaland shares the top spot as the world’s most valuable…

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan continued their impressive form by defeating South Korea 3-1 in the second match of the four-Test hockey series, securing a 2-0 lead in the series. The national team delivered another strong performance after winning the opening Test by the same 3-1 scoreline. For Pakistan, Abu Bakr starred with two goals, while Abdul Rehman…

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KARACHI: Former Pakistan captain Younis Khan has said that he is willing to serve Pakistan cricket again, provided he is given the authority and freedom to perform his responsibilities without unnecessary restrictions. Speaking to the media in Karachi, Younis said he has consistently conveyed the same message to successive chairmen of the Pakistan Cricket Board…

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