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Zaheer Abbas Calls for Babar Azam to Be Dropped Amid Continued Poor Performance Legendary former cricketer Zaheer Abbas has called for Babar Azam’s removal from the Pakistan cricket team following a series of disappointing performances, particularly in the recent Test series against Bangladesh. Babar, once considered Pakistan’s premier batsman, is under fire from both fans and former players for his inability to deliver in crucial moments. During the 100th episode of an international cricket talk show, Zaheer Abbas openly criticized Babar Azam’s form, stating, “Babar Azam should be dropped from the team if he continues to struggle with his form.…

During the Asian Hockey Champions Trophy match against India, Pakistan hockey team’s vice-captain and drag-flicker Abu Bakar sustained a knee injury and is now facing negligence from both the government and the hockey federation. Abu Bakar, vice-captain of the Pakistan hockey team, suffered a severe knee injury during a league match against India in the Asian Hockey Champions Trophy. As a result, Pakistan’s team was deprived of a key player ahead of the semi-finals. Sources reveal that despite being injured while on national duty, neither the government nor the federation has initiated treatment for Abu Bakar. The President of the…

The President’s Cup is set to kick off on 3 October with nine departmental cricket teams competing in a 50-over format across five cities. The tournament will feature 19 matches, with semi-finals scheduled for 13 and 14 October, and the grand final on 16 October. All matches will be played during the day, starting at 9:30 AM. Further details about the venues and timings for the semi-finals and final will be revealed later. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has allocated a prize pool of PKR 7.75 million for the competition. The champions will take home PKR 5 million, while the…

Bangladesh Defeats Pakistan by 23 Runs in ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Warm-Up Match Dubai: In a closely contested warm-up match at the ICC Academy Oval 2 ground, Bangladesh triumphed over Pakistan by 23 runs ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. Bangladesh batted first and posted a competitive total of 140 runs for losing 7 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Pakistan’s bowlers, particularly Saadia Iqbal, impressed with her figures of 4 overs, 19 runs, and 2 wickets. Nida Dar also contributed with 3 overs, conceding just 15 runs and claiming one wicket. In response, Pakistan struggled with…

Multan to host intensive training sessions as Pakistan prepares for the first Test against England The Pakistan men’s cricket team will gather in Multan on 1 October 2024 to begin their preparations for the highly anticipated “Pakistan v England” Test series. With the first match scheduled to start on 7 October, both teams will undergo rigorous training sessions, providing media access throughout the period. Arrival of England Team and First Training Session The England team is expected to arrive early on 2 October, with Pakistan’s training kicking off at the Multan Cricket Stadium later that day at noon. Following their…

Muhammad Yousuf resigns to focus on coaching and other responsibilities within PCB Muhammad Yousuf announced his resignation from the Pakistan cricket selection committee on Sunday, citing “personal reasons.” This decision comes after several changes to the committee structure, which was reorganized in March by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. The new setup featured a seven-member committee with equal decision-making powers, eliminating the role of a chairman. Following Pakistan’s disappointing performance in the T20 World Cup in May, the selection committee underwent further restructuring in July. Wahab Riaz and Abdul Razzaq were removed, leading to a committee with four…

Exciting Clash Awaits Between UMT Markhors and Lake City Panthers in Champions Cup Final Today at Iqbal Stadium The much-anticipated Champions Cup Final will occur today at Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad, featuring a thrilling contest between UMT Markhors and Lake City Panthers. This decisive match follows thirteen intense encounters in the tournament, with the final set to determine the ultimate champion. The game is scheduled to start at 3:00 PM local time. Previous Encounters and Tournament Journey This will be the third clash between these two formidable teams in the tournament. The opening match saw the Markhors dominating the Panthers,…

Aleem Dar Set to Retire After Iconic 25-Year Umpiring Career at End of 2024-25 Season. An Illustrious Career Spanning Two Decades Aleem Dar, a three-time ICC Umpire of the Year, will retire after officiating for nearly 25 years. He has presided over some of cricket’s most memorable moments, making his mark on the game with his impeccable decision-making and calm demeanor. A Journey from Player to Umpire Before his remarkable umpiring career, Dar played in 17 first-class and 18 List-A matches from 1986 to 1998. He debuted as an umpire in the 1998-99 Quaid-e-Azam Trophy, later becoming a prominent member…

Safeer Hussain Naqvi Takes Charge as Director for Khelta Punjab Hockey Event, Multan’s Young Talent Gears Up! The Sports Department of Multan Hockey Academy has appointed Safeer Hussain Naqvi as the Tournament Director for the upcoming Khelta Punjab hockey event. Farooq Latif, the District Sports Officer of Multan, made the announcement in preparation for the Under-22 District Hockey Tournament. This event is part of the Khelta Punjab Games 2024, held under the vision of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. Scheduled to take place from October 10 to October 12 at the AstroTurf Hockey Stadium in Mati Tal, Multan, the tournament…

Rana Sanaullah emphasizes on improving national sports and supporting athletes. Prime Minister’s Advisor Rana Sanaullah officially inaugurated the National Junior Hockey Championship 2024 in a grand ceremony. During the event, he addressed the media, emphasizing the government’s commitment to uplifting sports in the country and ensuring proper support for athletes and federations. Rana Sanaullah underscored that it is the government’s responsibility to provide necessary facilities to the sports federations and athletes. He assured that any existing flaws in the system would be rectified. Furthermore, officials involved in politics within sports organizations will face dismissal, as per the government’s firm stance…