PHF lifts ban on hockey captain Ammad Butt
PHF's Ad-Hoc President Mohyuddin Wani lifted the two-year ban on captain Ammad Shakeel Butt, focusing on team training. Wani outlined plans for reform, elections, and improved facilities.
Alcaraz fights back to book last four berth in Qatar, Sinner stunned
Carlos Alcaraz came from behind to beat Karen Khachanov on Thursday and book his spot in the semi-finals of the Qatar Open.
Real Madrid submit evidence to UEFA in Vinicius racism probe
Real Madrid said it had provided "all available evidence" to UEFA on Thursday in support of their Brazilian star Vinicius Junior's complaint of racist abuse.
Italian Milan takes sprint honours at UAE Tour
Jonathan Milan beat Ethan Vernon and his own younger brother Matteo Milan in a bunch sprint on stage four of the UAE Tour on Thursday.
Kapp rested for Pakistan ODIs as a precaution
A Cricket South Africa (CSA) statement said Kapp was being rested for the series after feeling discomfort in the third T20I.
All-rounder Curran brings stuttering England to life at the death
Sam Curran has stood up and proved himself the man for a crisis, delivering match-winning late "death" overs against associate nations Nepal and Italy to stave off embarrassing defeats.
India search for 'perfect game' as South Africa loom in Super Eights
India say they can peak at the right time and play their "perfect game" in the Super Eights at the T20 World Cup, while playing down the abject form of opening batsman Abhishek Sharma.
PM Shehbaz appoints ad-hoc president for Pakistan Hockey Federation
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif appoints Mohiuddin Wani as PHF ad-hoc president after Australia tour mismanagement, ordering federation elections.
PHF secretary resigns after president's exit amid governance crisis
Pakistan Hockey Federation secretary resigns following president’s exit, as administrative controversies and Australia tour mismanagement trigger government scrutiny and leadership shake-up within fed
PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi denies taking over PHF, pledges support to national hockey team
Mohsin Naqvi clarified he will not assume Pakistan Hockey Federation presidency but will continue assisting the national team until resolution of administrative crisis, officials said.
Inquiry report blames PHF for mismanagement in Australia tour of Pakistan hockey team
Inquiry report finds administrative lapses by Pakistan Hockey Federation caused travel delays, extra expenses and accommodation issues during national team’s recent Australia tour, officials say.
PHF president resigns after banning Ammad Butt over Australia tour controversy
Pakistan Hockey Federation President Mir Tariq Hussain Bugti resigned over poor arrangements for the team in Australia, blaming the Pakistan Sports Board for mismanagement and delayed funding.
Adelaide to host MotoGP's first street race from 2027
MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group and South Australia's state government signed a six-year agreement, with the first Adelaide race scheduled for November 2027
McIlroy aims to eliminate 'big numbers' in pursuit of first Riviera title
Neither world number one Scottie Scheffler nor second-ranked McIlroy has managed to win at the historic Riviera Country Club course in Pacific Palisades that is celebrating its centenary this year.
Dominant Shiffrin strikes gold, ends medal drought
"This was a moment I have dreamed about," the US great, who lost her father in February 2020, told reporters. "I've also been very scared at this moment"
Tennis: Alcaraz charges into Doha quarterfinals
Alcaraz had a clean first set, saving the two break points he faced while breaking Royer twice
Arteta urges Arsenal to 'stand up' after title bid rocked by Wolves draw
Goals from Bukayo Saka and Piero Hincapie put Arsenal on course for a victory that would have lifted them seven points clear at the top
T20 World Cup: West Indies demolish Italy by 42 runs
Italy skipper Harry Manenti said after the toss that the strip would likely to assist bowlers at initial stages. “Hopefully we will take wickets early in the match,” he added
T20 World Cup: India tune up for Super 8 with hard-fought win over the Dutch
India finished top of their group ahead of arch-rivals Pakistan, but need to fix holes in their batting, including the form of opener Abhishek Sharma.
Matheesha Pathirana out of World Cup with injury, Dilshan Madhushanka called up
Sri Lanka’s fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana misses T20 World Cup due to leg injury; Dilshan Madhushanka replaces him ahead of Thursday’s match against Zimbabwe.
Ali Raza ruled out of Pakistan Shaheens squad for England Lions series
The Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed Ali Raza's replacement by Muhammad Amir Khan for the upcoming series against England Lions. Raza is undergoing knee rehabilitation at NCA
National hockey team captain slams management for mistreatment during Australia tour
Pakistan hockey captain Amad Butt criticized the team management for mistreatment during the Australia tour, urging Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir to address the issue
T20 World Cup: South Africa defeat UAE by six wickets
South Africa are at the top of the points table with six after winning all three of their matches. They have defeated a spirited Afghanistan in second super over
T20 World Cup: Pakistan thrash Namibia by 102 runs to reach Super Eights
Pakistan beat Namibia by 102 runs in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup as Sahibzada Farhan scored a century and Usman Tariq took four wickets to seal Super Eights qualification.
Guirassy fires Dortmund to 2-0 first-leg win over Atalanta
Borussia Dortmund defeated Atalanta 2-0 in first leg of Champions League playoff. Serhou Guirassy scored and assisted, while Max Beier added second. Atalanta struggled to threaten Dortmund's goal.
Nepal wrap up T20 World Cup campaign with win over Scotland
Chasing 171 for their first victory of the tournament, Nepal got there with four balls to spare thanks to Dipendra Singh Airee's explosive unbeaten 50 off 23 balls
Alcaraz battles into second round of Qatar Open
Carlos Alcaraz made a triumphant return to action following his Australian Open success as he beat Arthur Rinderknech 6-4, 7-6 (7/5) in the first round in Doha on Tuesday.
Gauff, Rybakina cruise into Dubai last 16
Coco Gauff bounced back from her shock early exit in Doha last week with a comfortable victory over Anna Kalinskaya in Dubai on Tuesday.
Vinicius stunner helps Real Madrid edge Benfica in play-off marred by alleged racism
Vinicius Junior scored a sensational goal to earn Real Madrid a 1-0 Champions League play-off first leg victory at Benfica on Tuesday.
Doue inspires PSG to comeback Champions League win in Monaco
PSG recovered from shambolic start as Desire Doue inspired a comeback from two goals down to beat Monaco 3-2 in the principality in the first leg of their Champions League knockout phase play-off tie
Guirassy guides Dortmund past Atalanta in Champions League play-offs
Serhou Guirassy scored a goal and laid on another as Borussia Dortmund beat Atalanta 2-0 at home on Tuesday in the first leg of their Champions League knockout phase play-off tie.
Bowlers, selectors under fire after Australia's T20 World Cup exit
Critics hammered Australia's bowling line-up and selection "stuff-ups" after the country's shock T20 World Cup exit in the group stages.
Exhilarating Italy aim to sign off with giant-killing at T20 World Cup
With confidence growing, the 27th and lowest-ranked team in the tournament are plotting one last hurrah -- a giant-killing against Group C leaders the West Indies in Kolkata today (Wednesday)
Australia eliminated from T20 World Cup as Zimbabwe through to Super Eight after washout
The washout means Zimbabwe get one point, putting them second in Group B on five points, one behind leaders Sri Lanka, who beat Australia by eight wickets on Monday to secure a place in the next stage
Under-fire Australia relying on 'luck of the Irish' at T20 World Cup
With left-arm great Starc retired from T20Is and fellow quicks Cummins and Hazlewood sidelined with injury, it is Australia's first World Cup in a decade without at least one of their champion pacers
Usman Tariq confident Pakistan can bounce back after India drubbing
"Lifting the team is only difficult when you don't work on your mistakes committed in the last game," Tariq told reporters. "We have worked on our mistakes so I think it will not be a tough task"
T20 World Cup: New Zealand qualify for Super Eight despite Samra ton
Glenn Phillips (76) and Rachin Ravindra (59) smashed unbeaten half-centuries as New Zealand chased down a target of 174 with 4.5 overs to spare for their third win in four matches
Barcelona stunned by Girona 2-1 to leave Real Madrid top of LaLiga
Girona stunned Barcelona 2-1 in a thrilling Catalan derby, with Fran Beltran scoring late. Despite dominating possession, Barcelona missed key chances, leaving them 2 points behind Real Madrid.
USA bobsleigh veteran Meyers Taylor wins elusive gold
She took the monobob title ahead of Germany's Laura Nolte and her fellow American Kaillie Armbruster Humphries most medals by a f
Sinner serves up impressive Doha win on his return
Jannik Sinner eased past Tomas Machac 6-1, 6-4 to set up a second-round meeting with Alexei Popyrin in Doha.
Barca suffer title defence blow in Girona derby defeat
Spanish champions Barcelona fell to a damaging 2-1 defeat at Girona on Monday to leave them trailing Real Madrid by two points at the top of La Liga points table.
Arsenal to face third-tier Mansfield, Newcastle host Man City in FA Cup
League One Mansfield were handed a home draw against Premier League leaders Arsenal in the FA Cup fifth round draw on Monday.
Benfica's Mourinho plays down Real Madrid return rumour before rematch
Jose Mourinho insisted he is capable of saying no to Real Madrid president Florentino Perez as he played down rumours of a return to the Spanish giants.
Del Toro wins shortened UAE Tour first stage
Mexican youngster Isaac Del Toro powered to victory in a sprint finish in a shortened opening stage of the UAE Tour on Monday.
McConchie replaces injured Bracewell in New Zealand squad for T20 World Cup
New Zealand, who have won two of their three Group D matches so far, will look to qualify for the Super Eight stage with a win over Canada today (Tuesday).
England match-winner Jacks proud, confident heading into Super Eights
Will Jacks said Monday he was proud of finally making a match-winning contribution for England, after they beat Italy by 24 runs to secure a berth in the Super Eights of the T20 World Cup.
Sri Lanka crush Australia by eight wickets to storm into T20 World Cup Super Eight
Sri Lanka defeated Australia by eight wickets in Pallekele after chasing 182, with Pathum Nissanka’s century sealing a Super Eight place
Afghanistan's Rashid Khan becomes first bowler to take 700 wickets in T20
He achieved the landmark during Afghanistan’s match against the United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Army Chief Cup 2026 Long Range Championship sees national records broken in Multan
Multan hosts the 2026 Muhammad Ali Jinnah Open Long Range Shooting Championship as 61 shooters compete, records fall and Pakistan prepares for the F Class World Championship in the UK.
South Africa into Super Eights without playing as Afghanistan beat UAE
South Africa, semi-finalists in 2024, became the third team after the West Indies and co-hosts India to secure a Super Eights berth
Australia batter Smith replaces Hazlewood in T20 World Cup squad
Smith was brought to Sri Lanka as cover for opener Mitchell Marsh who sustained a testicular injury when struck at training in Colombo, missing the opening two matches as a result
Defeat against India; Babar and Shaheen likely to face axe against Namibia
They added that the team management was contemplating two to three changes for the match against Namibia after an overall poor performance against India
Pakistan, Sri Lanka pledge to boost cooperation in cricket, sports development
Mohsin Naqvi and Sri Lankan Sports Minister Sunil Gamage discussed enhancing bilateral sports cooperation, particularly in cricket. Naqvi praised Sri Lanka's hospitality and invited Gamage to Pakistan
T20 World Cup: Afghanistan get consolation win against UAE
Ibrahim Zadran led Afghanistan from the front with 53 runs off 41 balls after fellow opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz was dismissed on the second ball of the innings
Babar Azam without a six in T20 World Cup since 2021
Pakistan suffer 61-run loss to India in T20 World Cup 2026 as Babar Azam fails again, extending his six-less run since 2021, sparking criticism over batting collapse
Shahid Afridi calls for dropping Babar, Shaheen and Shadab after India defeat
Shahid Afridi calls for dropping Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, and Shadab Khan after Pakistan's loss to India in the T20 World Cup, suggesting new players should be given a chance for better performance
Shelton battles back from brink to beat Fritz, take Dallas crown
American second seed Ben Shelton saved three match points before battling back to defeat top-seeded compatriot Taylor Fritz 3-6, 6-3, 7-5 and capture the ATP Tour's Dallas Open.
Quadruple chasing Arsenal rout Wigan to reach FA Cup fifth round
Arsenal powered into the FA Cup fifth round for the first time in six years as the quadruple chasers crushed Wigan 4-0 on Sunday.
Rayo thrash Atletico who 'deserved to lose' as Betis cut gap
Rayo Vallecano waltzed to a 3-0 victory over Atletico Madrid on Sunday in La Liga, leaving Diego Simeone's side 15 points behind leaders Real Madrid.
Napoli salvage point after Malen twice puts Roma ahead
Napoli lost ground in their pursuit of the two Milan clubs but held on to third in Serie A as they fought back twice to draw 2-2 at home against fourth-placed Roma on Sunday.
Lyon down Nice to boost Ligue 1 title bid with 13th straight win
Corentin Tolisso scored as Lyon beat Nice 2-0 on Sunday to strengthen their grip on a top-three place in Ligue 1 and moved to within seven points of leaders Lens.
Morikawa wins at Pebble Beach despite Scheffler heroics
Collin Morikawa claimed a tense victory at the Pebble Beach Pro-Am in California on Sunday, fending off a final-day charge by top-ranked Scottie Scheffler.
Australia on brink as Sri Lanka eye Super Eights spot
If Marsh is fit, a big call will need to be made on who misses out given Renshaw has impressed for Australia
What they said as India beat Pakistan at T20 World Cup – reaction
India thrashed Pakistan by 61 runs in a blockbuster T20 World Cup match in Colombo on Sunday to book their spot in the Super Eights stage.
'Do or die' situation for Pakistan after humiliating India defeat in T20 World Cup
India booked their place in the Super Eight from Group A after defeating Pakistan by 61 runs
US keep Super 8 hopes alive with 31-run win over Namibia in T20
Krishnamurthi hit six sixes and four boundaries in his unbeaten knock of 68 from 33 balls, his first half-century in T20 internationals
Pakistan, India finalise playing XIs for today's clash
According to sources, Pakistan retained their squad while India have included fiery opener Abhishek Sharma in the team
Tensions rise ahead of Pakistan-India match, captains may skip handshake
Tensions mount before Pakistan-India T20 World Cup match as India remains upset over six-plane crash; captains may skip handshake, raising concerns over cricket’s image.
Leaders, fans rally behind national team ahead of high-stakes match
As Pakistan faces India in the ICC T20 World Cup, politicians and fans send best wishes, emphasizing talent, fair play, and national pride ahead of the high-stakes clash.
First NCOAS Wrestling Championship concludes in Sialkot
The first National Chief of Army Staff Wrestling Championship 2026 concluded in Sialkot, with Gujranwala’s Sher Punjab winning overall; under-17 and under-19 talent showcased.
T20 World Cup: West Indies storm into super eights with dominant win over Nepal
The West Indies restricted Nepal to 133-8 in their quota of 20 overs after putting them in to bat and raced to the target losing a single wicket with 28 balls to spare
Italy's ice dance couple savour Valentine's Day at home Olympics
The romantic partners, who won bronze in the team event last Sunday, said it felt unlike previous February 14s at the Games because they have finished their competitions
Former Olympians rally round American ice skater Ilia Malinin after shattering defeat
The 21-year-old American double world champion and red-hot favourite finished eighth after a free programme on Friday that fell apart in spectacular fashion
Team USA men see off dogged Denmark in Olympic ice hockey
The Americans, who are able to line up stars from the National Hockey League at an Olympics for the first time since 2014, recorded a second win of the tournament after beating Latvia 5-1 in opener
Fritz and Shelton set up all-American Dallas Open final
Fritz dispatched former US Open champion Marin Cilic 7-6(5) 7-6(3) in two hours and two minutes, holding his nerve in both tie-breaks against the resurgent Croatian
Vinicius bags brace as Real Madrid take Liga lead, end Sociedad run
Madrid's convincing display inflicted a first defeat for visiting American coach Pellegrino Matarazzo, in his 10th match at the helm of Real Sociedad
NZ's Ferguson granted parental leave, to miss Canada game
Ferguson, 34, will depart for home on Sunday and is expected to make a return by the start of the Super 8 stage of the tournament, provided New Zealand are able to clear the group stage
Banton blitz lifts England past Scotland in T20 World Cup, Ireland thrash Oman
England's chase got off to a poor start when the explosive Phil Salt fell to the third ball of the innings and fellow opener Jos Buttler was dismissed in the second over
India skipper Suryakumar shrugs off rain threat to Pakistan game
Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav said his players are not concerned about the threat of rain for Sunday's match but are focused on preparing for the showdown between bitter rivals
India beat Pakistan by 61 runs in T20 World Cup clash
Pakistan were bowled out for 114 runs in the 18th over.
Mohsin Naqvi meets national team, praises players' spirit
PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi met Pakistan’s cricket team in Colombo, praising players’ dedication and extending best wishes; captain, coaches, and staff were present.
Ireland outplay Oman after scoring highest total in current T20 World Cup
Set a daunting 236 runs to win, Oman were bowled out in 18 overs for 139 runs
APSUP Olympiad 2026 grand finale underway at Fortress Stadium Lahore
APSUP Olympiad 2026 grand finale held at Fortress Stadium Lahore with nationwide student participation, multiple sports finals, and performances by Ali Zafar, Hadiqa Kiani.
ICC chairman invites Mohsin Naqvi to watch India-Pakistan match
ICC Chairman Jay Shah invites PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi to watch India-Pakistan match in Colombo; meeting with BCCI officials likely ahead of high-profile clash
Boycott averted, India and Pakistan set for World Cup blockbuster
Pakistan decided to boycott the Group A contest against India in solidarity with Bangladesh, jeopardising a lucrative fixture that sits at the intersection of sport, commerce, and geopolitics
India and Pakistan cricket fans flock to Colombo, windfall for tourism
The game at Sri Lanka's largest stadium is sold out with roughly 35,000 tickets sold and ahead of the match most hotels in Colombo have doubled their prices
Sri Lankan fans welcome Pakistan ahead of T20 World Cup clash with India
Sri Lankan fans welcome Pakistan ahead of T20 World Cup clash with India. #WelcomePakistan and #CricketUnites trend on social media, highlighting cricket diplomacy and unity
Rising star Mboko sets up Qatar Open final against Muchova
Victoria Mboko advanced to the second WTA 1000 final of her career with a commanding 6-3, 6-2 victory over Jelena Ostapenko at the Qatar Open on Friday.
Top seed Fritz makes ATP Dallas semis with fantastic finish
Top seed Taylor Fritz captured the last five points in a deciding tie-breaker to defeat fellow American Sebastian Korda and advance to the ATP Dallas Open semi-finals.
Neto treble fires Chelsea's FA Cup rout of Hull
Chelsea eased into the FA Cup fifth round as Pedro Neto's hat-trick inspired a 4-0 win at Hull on Liam Rosenior's return to the club that sacked him two years ago.
PSG stunned by rampant Rennes, giving Lens chance to move top
Rennes, four days after firing coach Habib Beye, stunned Paris Saint-Germain 3-1 on Friday, snapping the defending champions' seven-match winning run in Ligue 1.
Dortmund thump Mainz to close in on Bayern
A first-half Serhou Guirassy double and four Julian Ryerson assists helped Borussia Dortmund to a 4-0 home win over Mainz on Friday.
USA romp past Dutch in T20 World Cup to keep Super Eight hopes alive
The United States, led by Saiteja Mukkamalla's 79 and Harmeet Singh's 4-21, dominated with bat and ball to thrash the Netherlands by 93 runs in the T20 World Cup.
Police officer killed in Cholistan Jeep Rally, case filed against racer Faisal Shadikhail
A police officer, ASI Muhammad Bashir, was killed when a jeep went off track during the Cholistan Rally. Police have filed a case against racer Faisal Shadikhail.
Ireland captain Stirling ruled out of rest of T20 World Cup
Stirling suffered the injury when he hit the turf while completing a catch to dismiss Josh Inglis. He walked out to open for Ireland in the 183-run chase but limped off after facing just one ball
Pakistan beat Nepal by 30 Runs in Women's Asia Cup Rising Stars
Pakistan beat Nepal by 30 runs in the Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars in Bangkok. Hafsa Khalid scored 40*, while Anosha Nasir took three wickets to secure victory
Zimbabwe pulls off stunning win against Australia in T20 World Cup
Put in to bat, Zimbabwe were led by opener Brian Bennett who remained unbeaten on 64 off 56 balls with the help of seven fours
Sakkari fights back to outlast top-seed Swiatek in Qatar
Maria Sakkari rolled back the years as she clawed her way to a nervy 2-6, 6-4, 7-5 victory over top seed Iga Swiatek in the quarter-finals of the Qatar Open.
Arsenal held by Brentford to offer Man City Premier League title hope
Arsenal missed the chance to extend their Premier League lead to six points as Brentford rattled the Gunners in a 1-1 draw on Thursday.
Atletico rout Barca in Copa del Rey semi-final first leg
Atletico Madrid hammered Copa del Rey holders Barcelona 4-0 on Thursday in the first leg of their semi-final.
Inter await Juve as top guns go toe-to-toe in Serie A
Title favourites Inter Milan host a resurgent Juventus in Serie A on Saturday, while a fiery atmosphere can be expected as the stubborn defending champions Napoli await Roma on Sunday.
Hisatsune grabs Pebble Beach lead with sparkling 62
Ryo Hisatsune fired a career-best 10-under par 62 on Thursday to take a one-stroke first-round lead in the PGA Tour Pebble Beach Pro-Am.
UAE clinch five-wicket victory over Canada in T20 World Cup thriller
UAE beat Canada by five wickets in ICC T20 World Cup 2026, powered by Sharma’s 74*, Khan’s 51, and Siddique’s five-wicket haul.
T20 World Cup: Viral video shows leftover drinks reused at India's Delhi stadium
The clip shows that stadium workers pouring leftover soft drinks from used glasses back into plastic bottles
Omani cricketer equals Mohammad Rizwan's T20 World Cup record
Mohammed Nadeem, 43, becomes oldest T20 World Cup fifty-scorer and equals slowest fifty record, scoring 53 not out against Sri Lanka despite Oman’s loss.
Sri Lanka outplay Oman by 105 runs in T20 World Cup
Kusal Mendis remained top scorer with 61, and got support from Pavan Rathnayake who hit 60, captain Dasun Shanaka 50, and Kamindu Mendis 19
Namibia captain raises concern over lack of floodlight practice before India clash
Namibia captain Gerhard Erasmus says his team was denied floodlight practice before a night match against India, while other teams trained under lights. He vows to fight despite challenges
Swiatek fights back to reach Qatar Open quarter-finals
Iga Swiatek came from a set down to defeat Daria Kasatkina on Wednesday and keep her bid for a fourth Qatar Open title alive.
Man City close in on Arsenal with Fulham cruise
Manchester City ramped up the pressure on Premier League leaders Arsenal by strolling to a 3-0 win over Fulham on Wednesday.
Van Dijk sinks Sunderland to boost Liverpool's bid for Champions League
Virgil van Dijk lifted Liverpool back into the race to qualify for the Champions League as the defender sealed a 1-0 win at Sunderland.
Kane helps Bayern past Leipzig into German Cup semis
Harry Kane scored a penalty and Luis Diaz struck again as Bayern Munich beat RB Leipzig 2-0 on Wednesday to reach the German Cup semi-finals.
Messi out with hamstring strain as Puerto Rico match delayed
Lionel Messi missed practice for Inter Miami on Wednesday with a nagging left hamstring strain that pushed the squad to delay a match in Puerto Rico.
Sri Lanka, minus Hasaranga, take on Oman today
Sri Lanka's batting concerns have also been exacerbated by Hasaranga's absence. The middle order has struggled for consistency, particularly against spin.
tapmad launches Pakistan's first-ever vertical sports streaming experience
tapmad launches Pakistan’s first vertical sports streaming experience, offering mobile-first audiences enhanced convenience, immersive viewing, and premium live sports content.
Australia's Marsh ruled out of T20 World Cup opener with groin injury
Steve Smith will now join the squad in Sri Lanka as cover, with fellow batsman Travis Head captaining the side at Colombo's R Premadasa Stadium and Matthew Renshaw coming into the team
South Africa triumph over Afghanistan in double Super Over showdown
South Africa defeated Afghanistan in a thrilling second Super Over after the first ended in a tie. Proteas set a 24-run target, and Afghanistan could only manage 19 in the decider
PSL makes history as first-ever players' auction begins for season 11
PSL launches first-ever players’ auction for Season 11, replacing draft system; 880 players registered as eight-team event begins March 26.
Wasim Akram appointed President of PSL team Sialkot Stallions
Wasim Akram named President of PSL’s Sialkot Stallions as franchise unveils official logo, pledging innovation, cricket development and support for women’s cricket
Skipper Marsh tells Australia to 'get the job done' at T20 World Cup
The 2021 champions were whitewashed 3-0 in Pakistan and are missing key players through injury, notably star pacemen Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood
Sahibzada Farhan achieves key T20I milestone
Sahibzada Farhan scored 1000 T20I runs in his 41st innings during Pakistan's match against the USA at the T20 World Cup, becoming the 10th Pakistani to reach the milestone. He also made 73 off 41 ball
Gauff dumped out of Qatar Open, Swiatek, Rybakina through
Coco Gauff suffered a surprise second-round exit from the WTA 1000 event in Doha on Tuesday, losing in straight sets to Italian lucky loser Elisabetta Cocciaretto.
Newcastle beat sorry Spurs to leave Frank on the brink
Newcastle plunged Thomas Frank's future as Tottenham boss into serious peril by winning 2-1 in north London on Tuesday.
Man Utd's Sesko strikes late to rescue West Ham draw
Benjamin Sesko saved Michael Carrick's unbeaten start as Manchester United interim manager with a last-gasp equaliser in Tuesday's 1-1 draw against struggling West Ham.
Chelsea's draw with Leeds 'bitter pill' for Rosenior
Liam Rosenior said Chelsea's failure to stay calm under pressure was a "bitter pill" as they blew a two-goal advantage in their 2-2 draw with Leeds on Tuesday.
USA's Johnson gets new gold medal after Olympic downhill award broke
Breezy Johnson said Tuesday that she has been given a new gold medal for her triumph in the women's downhill after her first one broke while she celebrated on the podium.
'Confident' Pakistan ready for India blockbuster after USA win
Pakistan warmed up for their blockbuster T20 World Cup clash against India with a 32-run win against the USA on Tuesday then declared they were "confident" of taking down their bitter rivals
Nepal call for India, England, Australia to play in Kathmandu
Nepal captain Rohit Paudel on Tuesday called for cricketing powers India, England and Australia to tour his country to play a T20 series.
Sri Lanka's Hasaranga ruled out of T20 World Cup due to injury
Bowling all-rounder Dushan Hemantha has been named as his replacement in the squad
Draw means Al-Hilal drop first points in Asian Champions League
Al-Hilal drew 0-0 with Shabab Al-Ahli, keeping top spot in ACL Elite. Al-Duhail and Sharjah drew 1-1, both on 8 points, while Nasaf and Al-Shorta also drew, ending their campaigns.
ICC saves $174m as Pakistan-India clash confirmed for T20 World Cup
ICC avoided $174m loss after approving Pakistan-India T20 World Cup clash. Following the decision, a sharp rise was recorded in airfares for Mumbai and Colombo
Former Pakistani pacer Ehsan Adil named in USA squad for T20 World Cup
Pakistan-born fast bowler Ehsan Adil has been added to the USA squad for the ICC T20 World Cup after an injury to Jasdeep Singh, with ICC approval boosting the team’s bowling strength
Malen double lifts Roma level with Juventus
Two goals from on-loan Donyell Malen drove Roma to a 2-0 win over Cagliari on Monday, lifting them level with fourth-placed Juventus in Serie A.
'I need to improve', says Haaland after barren spell
Erling Haaland said tiredness was no excuse for his poor goalscoring run in 2026 as he demands more of himself to keep Manchester City in the hunt for four trophies.
Carrick sees 'a lot more to do' to earn Man Utd job
Michael Carrick believes judgement on his tenure as Manchester United manager should wait until the end of the season.
What next for Vonn after painful end to Olympic dream?
Lindsey Vonn said on Monday she had suffered a "complex tibia fracture" to her left leg in a heavy crash that brutally ended her hopes of winning the fourth Olympic medal of her career.
Pakistan to face USA in T20 World Cup today
Pakistan may bring back experienced batsman Fakhar Zaman to replace Babar Azam who has been criticised for slow scoring.
Govt allows Pakistan team to play T20 World Cup match against India on Feb 15
PM Shehbaz was briefed by Mohsin Naqvi on the outcome of high-level discussions held between representatives of PCB, ICC and BCB
Pakistan to face India in T20 World Cup after ICC accepts its terms
Sources said that Pakistan agreed to play the match against India following repeated requests at the international level
Bangladesh urges Pakistan to end boycott of India match in T20 World Cup
BCB President Aminul Islam raised the issue during a meeting with PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi in Lahore
Decision on Pakistan-India match in ICC T20 World Cup likely on February 12
According to Indian media, the ICC had given Pakistan a deadline of February 9 to clarify its position. However, sources indicate that no major breakthrough is expected today
T20 World Cup: Scotland outplay Italy by 73 runs
Scotland broke the 200-run barrier in the ongoing T20 World Cup against Italy when they scored 207-4 after Italy, playing their first ICC mega event, put them in to bat after winning the toss
Nepal's grit wins applause after narrow loss to England
Nepal missed out on a famous group stage win by four runs despite a spirited run-chase against England's 184, prompting Dale Steyn to tweet praising the performance and offer his guidance
Ex-India coach Rajput out to win respect for minnows UAE at T20 World Cup
The former opener believes the bridge to international success must be built on mental fortitude and trust, and the psychological development of his players is central to Rajput's coaching philosophy
Ali Tareen returns as bidder as Multan Sultans auction today
The Multan Sultans franchise auction takes place today at 6 PM in Lahore, broadcast live on PCB channel. Ali Tareen returns to bid after stepping away last year, amid growing anticipation
Man City fight back to end Anfield hoodoo and reel in Arsenal
Erling Haaland's stoppage-time penalty earned Manchester City a dramatic 2-1 win at Liverpool on Sunday to reduce Arsenal's lead at the top of the Premier League points table.
Real Madrid edge Valencia to stay on Barca's tail, Atletico slump
Kylian Mbappe scored his 23rd goal of the season in La Liga to help Real Madrid claim a battling 2-0 win at Valencia on Sunday.
PSG trounce Marseille to move back top of Ligue 1
Ousmane Dembele struck twice as Paris Saint‑Germain blew away bitter rivals Marseille on Sunday, reclaiming top spot in Ligue 1 with a crushing 5-0 victory at the Parc des Princes.
Diaz treble helps Bayern crush Hoffenheim and go six clear
Luis Diaz hit a hat-trick as Bayern Munich thrashed 10-man Hoffenheim 5-1 on Sunday to restore their six-point lead at the top of the Bundesliga.
'Not 100pc sure what to expect' - South Africa come up against Canada's unknowns
South Africa have a soft landing to the T20 World Cup with a match against Canada but Aiden Markram expects challenges
ICC, BCB delegations arrive in Lahore for talks over T20 World Cup dispute
ICC Deputy Chairman Imran Khawaja and Bangladesh Cricket Board President Aminul Islam arrived in Lahore, with negotiations expected over the ongoing T20 World Cup controversy
Matsuyama grabs PGA Phoenix Open lead with Hisatsune one back
The 33-year-old Japanese star, who won the Phoenix title in 2016 and 2017, made five birdies and two bogeys to stand on 13-under 200 after 54 holes at TPC Scottsdale
Liverpool new signing Jacquet suffers 'serious' injury
Jacquet fell awkwardly in the second half of the French league match and appeared in agony as he left the pitch
Real Madrid can wait - Siraj's dream night after late T20 call-up
"First of all, in the last 24 hours, when I was sitting on the flight, it felt like a dream," a beaming Siraj told reporters. He took a wicket with his fourth ball of his first T20 for 19 months
Seifert powers New Zealand to their record T20 World Cup chase
After losing openers for 44 runs, Gulbadin Naib and Sediqullah Atal took the task of revival of innings. Naib hammered 63 runs off 35 balls
Japan's Kimura soars to Olympic gold in snowboard big air final
Kimura scored a total of 179.50 points to top the podium at Livigno Snow Park after posting an impressive 90.50 in his third and final run
Malinin upstaged as Japan keep pressure on USA in skating team event
Malinin, a two-time world champion, was below his best in his medley from "The Lost Crown" video game, scoring 10.67 points less than Kagiyama, the Olympic individual silver medalist from Beijing 2022
Lollobrigida skates to first Italian gold of Winter Olympics on her birthday
Lollobrigida secured the title by smashing the Olympic record in the women's 3,000 metres event, clocking 3min 54.28sec at the Milano Speed Skating Stadium
PCB denies approaching ICC over Pak-India match
“As usual, sections of the Indian media are busy circulating fiction,” PCB spokesperson Mir said
Google unveils special doodle as ICC Men's T20 World cup 2026 kicks off
Google launched a colorful doodle to celebrate the start of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, as 20 teams begin their title hunt across India and Sri Lanka.
Leeds boost survival bid with win over relegation rivals Forest
Leeds bolstered their bid for Premier League survival with a vital 3-1 win against relegation rivals Nottingham Forest on Friday.
Fans cheer for absent Ronaldo as Saudi row deepens
Al Nassr fans showed their support for Cristiano Ronaldo on Friday as the Portuguese star missed a second straight game after reportedly growing frustrated over transfers.
Arteta apologises to Rosenior after disrespect row
Mikel Arteta has apologised to Liam Rosenior after the Chelsea boss accused Arsenal of a lack of respect before their League Cup semi-final clash.
Hisatsune leads Matsuyama at Phoenix Open as Scheffler makes cut
Ryo Hisatsune rode a back-nine binge to an eight-under par 63 on Friday and a one-shot lead over fellow Japanese Hideki Matsuyama at the US PGA Tour Phoenix Open.
England's Jacks says players back under-fire skipper Brook '100 percent'
The 26-year-old Harry Brook, in charge at a global tournament for the first time, has recently been in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons.
Pakistan lifts Under-21 Asian Snooker crown after Doha final victory
Pakistan’s Ahsan Ramzan wins the Under-21 Asian Snooker Championship in Doha after defeating an Iranian opponent 4-1 in the final.
Wasim Akram praises Punjab govt for safe Basant celebrations
Wasim Akram lauds Punjab government for safe Basant celebrations, urges citizens to follow guidelines, and sends best wishes while traveling for the World Cup.
India clinch record sixth ICC Under-19 World Cup title
India defeated England by 100 runs in Harare to win their sixth ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup title, powered by a record 175 from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
Major blow to Australia as Hazlewood ruled out of T20 World Cup
Josh Hazlewood has been ruled out of Australia's T20 World Cup campaign due to hamstring issues. The team won't name a replacement immediately, with decisions made based on future needs
Pakistan team heads to Australia for Pro Hockey League's second round
The Pakistan hockey team has left for Australia to compete in the Pro Hockey League's second round, playing Australia on Feb 10, Germany on Feb 11, and rematches on Feb 13 and 14 in Hobart.
Benzema scores hat-trick on his debut for Al-Hilal
Karim Benzema scored a hat-trick and provided an assist on his debut for Al-Hilal, leading them to a 6-0 win over Al-Akhdoud. Salem Al-Dawsari added two goals to complete the rout.
Ravichandran Ashwin calls Pakistan strong contender for T20 World Cup
Ravichandran Ashwin has backed Pakistan as strong T20 World Cup contenders, praising their opening pair and bowling attack while pointing out middle-order and death-over concerns
Man City confront Anfield hoodoo as Arsenal eye Premier League crown
Arsenal could take another giant step towards the Premier League title with victory over Sunderland on Saturday before Manchester City face a daunting trip to Liverpool.
Leicester at risk of relegation after six-point deduction
Leicester are at risk of falling into English football's third tier, a decade on from their stunning Premier League triumph, after being docked six points for breaches of financial rules on Thursday.
Winter Olympics opening ceremony nears as virus disrupts ice hockey
Preparations for the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics ratcheted up Thursday on the eve of the opening ceremony.
US Olympic body backs LA28 leadership amid Wasserman scandal
The US Olympic and Paralympic Committee gave strong backing to the Los Angeles 2028 Games leadership on Thursday, following calls for LA28 Chairman Casey Wasserman to resign.
Piastri plays down McLaren rivalry with champion Norris
Just a month before the Formula One season gets rolling again in Australia, McLaren's Oscar Piastri said he got a "fair shot" at the 2025 title.
England captain Stokes suffers facial injury after being hit by ball
Ben Stokes posted a picture on Instagram showing his right eye heavily swollen and bruised, a graze on his cheek and lip, and a bandage stuffed in his nose.
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates his 41st birthday today
Cristiano Ronaldo, the greatest goal scorer of all time, turned 41 today, on February 5, 2026.
Govt has final say on match against India, says Pakistan captain Salman Agha
Pakistan T20 captain Salman Ali Agha calls Bangladesh a brotherly nation, backs government stance on India match, and expresses optimism ahead of his first T20 World Cup.
Govt to introduce 'Athlete of the Year' award to recognize national talent
The federal government will introduce an "Athlete of the Year" award, recognizing top male and female athletes with a Rs 2.5 million cash prize. The award ceremony will be held annually.
Nasser Hussain backs Pakistan, Bangladesh in T20 World Cup dispute
Nasser Hussain backs Pakistan and Bangladesh in T20 World Cup row, criticises politics in cricket, urges ICC fairness, questions India bias, warns imbalance if smaller nations ignored today!
Man City brush aside Newcastle to reach League Cup final
Manchester City will face Arsenal in the League Cup final after ending Newcastle's reign as holders with a first-half blitz in their 3-1 victory.
Lens cruise into French Cup quarters, Endrick sends Lyon through
Lens reached the quarter-finals of the French Cup on Wednesday courtesy of a 4-2 win over Troyes.
Undav pokes Stuttgart past Kiel into German Cup semis
An unconventional Deniz Undav toe-poke put Stuttgart on track for a 3-0 win at Holstein Kiel on Wednesday.
No.1 Scheffler excited for Koepka return from LIV Golf
Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler sees the return of LIV Golf players to the PGA Tour as a start to having the world's best talent competing beyond major events.
Curling quietly kicks off sports programme at 2026 Winter Olympics
Two days before the opening ceremony, the sports programme at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics began on Wednesday with the curling mixed doubles.
England look to put off-field troubles behind them
England have consistently been among the world's best T20 teams over the past decade, but do they have the firepower to go the distance this time around?
Spin-heavy Pakistan hit form, but India boycott risks early T20 exit
With two points for a win, a forfeit of the match will leave Pakistan with no margin for error if they are to progress as one of the top two from a five-team Group A. They have to win all the matches
Usman Wazir targets unbeaten streak in upcoming fight against India's Mahesh
Pakistani boxer Usman Wazir will face India's Mahesh on 28th February in Thailand. Wazir aims to maintain his unbeaten record in his 18th fight and has appealed for national support.
Marseille do their work early to beat Rennes in French Cup
Marseille scored in the opening minutes of each half to book a place in the quarter-finals of the French Cup with a scrappy, at times fractious, 3-0 victory over visiting Rennes.
Milan close gap on Inter with 3-0 win over Bologna
AC Milan closed the gap on city rivals Inter at the top of Serie A with a convincing 3-0 win at Bologna on Tuesday.
LIV Golf events to receive world ranking points: official
Players in LIV Golf tournaments will be eligible to receive world ranking points for the first time from this year, the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) announced.
Vonn says will defy injury and hunt for medals at Olympics
Lindsey Vonn will attempt to defy the odds and compete at the Winter Olympics despite a ruptured knee ligament.
MCC changes Test cricket law on end of day overs
MCC amends Laws of Cricket, requiring final over in Tests to be completed even after a wicket falls, among 73 law changes effective from October 2026
Babar, Shaheen and Shadab retained while big names released for PSL 11
Under the revised PSL framework, franchises are allowed to retain only one player per category, replacing the traditional draft system with an auction model for the remaining squad spots
Winter Olympics to showcase Italian venues and global tensions
These Games will use a host of existing venues, meaning they will stretch for 350 kilometres (217 miles) across northern Italy from Cortina to Milan, with other "clusters" spread through the Alps
Coach Gambhir under pressure as India aim for back-to-back T20 triumphs
Top-ranked India reinforced their credentials as tournament favourites with a recent 4-1 win over New Zealand – their ninth successive T20 bilateral series triumph
England and Brook seek redemption at T20 World Cup
The 2010 and 2022 champions, who boast an impressive roster of destructive batsmen and match-winning bowlers, are aiming to win the trophy for a record third time
Hani replaces injured Rameen in Pakistan Women's white-ball squad for South Africa tour
Umm-e-Hani replaces injured Rameen Shamim in Pakistan Women’s ODI and T20I squads for South Africa tour. Hani's spot in 'A' squad goes to Omaima Sohail, while Hafsa Khalid captains 'A' team
Sunderland rout 'childish' Burnley
Burnley manager Scott Parker blasted his "childish" players after a dismal 3-0 defeat at Sunderland pushed the Premier League strugglers closer to relegation on Monday.
