Islamabad (Sports Desk): Dr. Asra Waseem from Pakistan Elected as Member; Isra Waseem (Pakistan) and Dmytro Tron (Ukraine) Elected as Athletes Commission Representative Speakers*The Ju-Jitsu International Federation (JJIF) has officially announced the successful completion and results of the Athletes Commission Election 2025. The newly elected members will serve their term until 2028, in alignment with the JJIF Board’s electoral cycle.The JJIF Athletes Commission plays a pivotal role in representing the interests of Ju-Jitsu athletes worldwide. Two elected members of the commission hold full voting rights as members of the JJIF Board, ensuring athletes’ perspectives are directly integrated into the federation’s policy and decision-making processes.Elected Members – JJIF Athletes Commission (Term: 2025–2028)Isra Waseem – PakistanMehran Sattar – IranDmytro Pernykoza – UkraineAnna Fuhrmann – AustriaGary Hensley – USAMarianne Gaviño – MexicoThe elections were open to all international Ju-Jitsu athletes who have participated in JJIF-recognized competitions over the past four years. Voting took place on November 3, 2025, in Bangkok, Thailand.Following the election, during the Athletes Commission’s internal session, Isra Waseem (Pakistan) and Dmytro Tron (Ukraine) were elected by a simple majority vote as the Athletes Commission Representative Speakers. Their election marks an important milestone in strengthening the bridge between the JJIF leadership and athletes across all member nations.Khalil Ahmed Khan, Chairman of the Pakistan Ju-Jitsu Federation, extended his congratulations to Dr. Asra Waseem, stating:“It is a matter of great pride for Pakistan that our athlete has been elected as a member of the JJIF Athletes Commission at the international level. Dr. Asra Waseem represents not only Pakistan but the entire South Asian region, serving as an inspiring role model for female athletes worldwide.”Tariq Ali, Secretary General of the South Asian Ju-Jitsu Regional Association and the Pakistan Ju-Jitsu Federation, added:“This is a historic and positive development, as it marks the first time Pakistan and the South Asian region have secured representation within JJIF’s international body. Dr. Asra Waseem’s inclusion will bring significant benefits to athletes across the region and further strengthen Pakistan’s presence on the global Ju-Jitsu platform.”The newly elected commission embodies JJIF’s commitment to transparency, integrity, inclusion, and effective athlete representation. This milestone represents a major step forward in promoting unity, progress, and the global development of Ju-Jitsu.

 Tickets available at lowest price of PKR 200; Online ticke Lahore (SBR): Tickets for the three-match ODI series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka will go on sale online from 12pm on Tuesday, 4 November۔All three ODIs will be played at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi on 11, 13 and 15 November.For the first and second ODIs scheduled on 11 and 13 November, tickets for the General enclosures (Miran Bakhsh, Sohail Tanvir) will be available at PKR 200, while for the third ODI on Saturday, 15 November, they will be priced at PKR 300.Tickets for the First-Class enclosures (Shoaib Akhtar, Yasir Arafat) will be available at PKR 300 for the opening two matches and PKR 400 for the final ODI.Fans wishing to witness the action from the Premium enclosures (Azhar Mahmood, Javed Miandad) can purchase tickets at PKR 400 for the first and second ODIs and PKR 500 for the third.Tickets for the VIP enclosures (Imran Khan, Javed Akhtar) will be priced at PKR 500 for the first two ODIs and PKR 600 for the last match of the series.Seats in the PCB Gallery (main building) will be available at PKR 700 for the first and second ODIs and PKR 850 for the final fixture.Platinum Box seats will be priced at PKR 8,000 for the first two ODIs and PKR 12,000 for the third, while Far-End Box seats will cost PKR 6,000 for the first and second ODIs and PKR 8,000 for the final match.Hospitality boxes for the series are also available for sale. For more information, contact PCB head office.

LAHORE (PR): The Pakistan Martial Arts Association (PMAA), in collaboration with Fatima Jinnah Medical University (FJMU), organised a transformative women’s self-defense workshop at the university campus. The workshop was co-hosted by the Business Incubation Center JIDAAT under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Taskeen Zahra. The initiative aimed to empower female medical students and young doctors with life-saving defense skills, situational awareness, and the confidence to protect themselves in challenging circumstances. Sempai Hanzla Mohiuddin, Zainab Sultan, Sumaiyya, and Sarah Yaqoob, who ensured the participants gained both technical mastery and confidence. The young women’s enthusiasm and determination were widely praised by trainers and faculty alike. A spectacular moment came when Zainab Tariq and Hafsa Fatima volunteered for a daring demonstration, lying still as Sensei Anwar Mohiuddin smashed a heavy stone placed on their stomachs with a sledgehammer, flawlessly breaking it. The act drew loud applause, symbolizing the courage and discipline cultivated through martial arts training. In his concluding remarks, Sensei Anwar Mohiuddin expressed sincere gratitude to the young organisers Mahnoor Shawal and Amna Tazeen, as well as the FJMU administration for their collaboration and support. He reaffirmed PMAA’s commitment to its National Self-Defense Training Mission, aimed at empowering women across Pakistan.

Lausanne(PR): The wait is nearly over. In just under one month, the world’s most promising rising stars in women’s hockey will gather in Chile for the FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup, with the competition running from 1 to 13 December 2025 in the vibrant host city of Santiago.This edition marks a significant moment for global hockey. The competition comprises 24 for the very first time, with teams from across every continent, expanding the footprint of the women’s game and opening the door for emerging talent to shine on the sport’s biggest youth stage. From traditional powerhouses like Netherlands, Argentina and Korea to rising teams like Namibia, Malaysia and Uruguay, the tournament promises more matches, more stories, and more opportunities.Hosted in the city of Santiago, Chile, with immense experience in hosting the top level hockey tournaments, the women’s junior world cup is set to deliver an unforgettable experience for players and fans alike. With state-of-the-art venues, vibrant fan culture, and the electric atmosphere of Chilean hockey, this event will showcase the future of the game in its purest, most energetic form.Pool A: Chile, Japan, Malaysia, NetherlandsPool B: Argentina, Belgium, Wales, ZimbabwePool C: Germany, India, Ireland, NamibiaPool D: Austria, China, England, South AfricaPool E: Australia, Canada, Scotland, SpainPool F: Korea, New Zealand, United States, Uruguay.The initial pool-stage matches will be played from 1-6 December, followed by secondary stages and the knock-out rounds from 7-13 December. 

Lahore (PR): Mohammad Abbas’ 10-wicket haul in the match led Lahore Whites to a six-wicket win over Multan at the Marghazar Cricket Ground in Islamabad on the third day of the fifth-round fixture of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy on Saturday.In another result-oriented game, Bahawalpur defeated Karachi Blues by eight wickets at the Imran Khan Cricket Stadium in Peshawar.The remaining three matches of the fifth round are set for a fourth-day finish.At the Marghazar Cricket Ground, resuming their second innings on an overnight score of 122 for three, Multan were bowled out for 199 in 64.3 overs, with Imran Butt top-scoring with a 151-ball 71 that included eight boundaries.For Lahore Whites, Mohammad Abbas bagged yet another five-wicket haul to finish with 10 wickets in the match. This was right-arm fast bowler’s 14th 10-wicket haul in first-class cricket and took his tally to 23 wickets in the ongoing tournament after four matches.In pursuit of 81, Lahore Whites reached the target in 17.3 overs, losing four wickets in the process.For the losing side, Kashif Ali claimed two wickets.At the Imran Khan Cricket Stadium, resuming the third day requiring 178 runs for victory, Bahawalpur’s Saad Khan struck an unbeaten century to lift his side to an eight-wicket win over Karachi Blues. Saad’s 103 came off 137 balls and included 17 fours. He was also Bahawalpur’s top scorer in the first innings with 61 off 90 balls.Saad shared an unbroken 166-run stand for the third wicket with Mohammad Ammar, who remained not out on 70 off 164 balls, hitting six fours. Mushtaq Ahmed took two wickets for the losing team.At the Shoaib Akhtar Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi, Peshawar were leading Faisalabad by 106 runs with four second-innings wickets in hand when stumps were drawn. Iftikhar Ahmed was unbeaten on 54 off 122 balls, striking seven fours, while wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Haris made 38 off 65 balls, hitting six boundaries.For Faisalabad, Afaq Afridi took three wickets for 36, while Jahandad Khan picked up two.Earlier, resuming their first innings at 309 for seven, Faisalabad were dismissed for 384 in 121.4 overs. Faham-ul-Haq, who had scored his maiden century on Friday, added 20 runs to his overnight score and was dismissed for 157, an innings that included 18 foursFor Peshawar, captain Sajid Khan was the most successful bowler, taking three for 84.At the Abbottabad Cricket Stadium, FATA were made to follow on and reached 284 for four in 59.3 overs when stumps were drawn. Khushdil Shah struck his first century of the tournament and third first-class hundred, scoring 159 off 150 balls with 22 fours and two sixes.Earlier, resuming their first innings on 213 for seven, FATA were dismissed for 281 in 55.3 overs. Rehan Afridi top-scored with 91 off 98 balls, hitting 14 fours and two sixes. Sameen Gul remained unbeaten on 43 off 62 balls, laced with seven fours and a six.For Islamabad, Hunain Shah took four wickets, while Musa Khan and Shayan Sheikh picked up three apiece.In the match between Abbottabad and Sialkot, Abbottabad, after being asked to follow on and resuming their second innings at 37 for one, reached 331 for eight in 91.5 overs at stumps. Opening batter Shahzaib Khan, playing his fifth match of the tournament, scored his maiden first-class century, a 257-ball innings featuring 20 fours and a six.Batting at number eight, Khalid Usman contributed a 97-ball 83, hitting eight fours and five sixes.For Sialkot, Mohammad Ali took three wickets for 61 in 17.5 overs, while Mohammad Hasnain, who claimed five wickets in the first innings, added two more in the second.Scores in brief – Round Five – Day 3 – StumpsBahawalpur beat Karachi Blues by eight wickets at Imran Khan Stadium, PeshawarKarachi Blues 217 all out, 56.3 overs (Saad Baig 73, Omair Bin Yousuf 70, Saqib Khan 40; Mohammad Azab 5-70, Gulfam Aziz 2-33, Zaman Khan 2-52) and 110 all out, 37.5 overs (Omair Bin Yousuf 76; Gulfam Aziz 3-27, Mohammad Azab 2-29, Mohammad Imran 2-38)Bahawalpur 115 all out, 33 overs (Saad Khan 61; Saqib Khan 4-42, Muhammad Umar 3-34, Mohammad Hamza 2-28) and 215-2, 64.1 overs (Saad Khan 103 not out, Mohammad Ammar 70 not out; Mushtaq Ahmed 2-64)Player of the match – Saad Khan (Bahawalpur)Lahore Whites beat Multan by six wickets at Marghzar Cricket Ground, IslamabadMultan 164 all out, 43.4 overs (Arafat Minhas 45, Bismillah Khan 32, Imran Butt 30; Mohammad Abbas 5-32, Aamir Jamal 3-58) and 199 all out, 64.3 overs (Imran Butt 71, Waqar Hussain 49; Mohammad Abbas 5-51, Aamir Jamal 3-42, Nisar Ahmad 2-60Lahore Whites 283 all out, 74 overs (Qasim Akram 61, Ali Zaryab 57, Aamir Jamal 45, Nisar Ahmed 33, Junaid Ali 26, Mohammad Abbas 22; Mohammad Ismail 3-85, Arafat Minhas 2-22, Kashif Ali 2-55, Mohammad Shan 2-75 and 84-4, 17.3 overs (Nisar Ahmad 24 not out; Kashif Ali 2-33)Player of the match – Mohammad Abbas (Lahore Whites)Faisalabad v Peshawar at Shoaib Akhtar Cricket Stadium, RawalpindiPeshawar 320 all out, 84.1 overs (Iftikhar Ahmed 131, Mohammad Haris 88, Niaz Khan 34, Najab Khan 21; Khurram Shahzad 3-90, Hasan Raza 2-43, Jahandad Khan 2-56, Ahmed Safi Abdullah 2-57) and 170-6, 56 overs (Iftikhar Ahmed 54 not out, Mohammad Haris 38, Mohammad Amir Barki 37; Afaq Afridi 3-36, Jahandad Khan 2-35)Faisalabad 384 all out, 121.4 overs (Faham-ul-Haq 157, Hasan Raza 40, Asim Ali Nasir 38, Taimur Khan 24, Muhammad Awais Zafar 20; Sajid Khan 3-84, Iftikhar Ahmed 2-60, Niaz Khan 2-86)Islamabad v FATA at Abbottabad Cricket Stadium, AbbottabadIslamabad 432 all out, 103 overs (Sarmad Bhatti 150 not out, Rohail Nazir 101, Umair Riaz 34, Abdul Faseeh 29, Raja Hamza Waheed 20; Akif Javed 4-121, Arshadullah 3-109, Sameen Gul 2-83)FATA 281 all out, 55.3 overs (Rehan Afridi 91, Sameen Gul 43 not out, Mohammad Naeem 41, Mohammad Farooq 36, Khushdil Shah 20; Hunain Shah 4-104, Shayan Sheikh 3-26, Musa Khan 3-61 and f/o 284-4, 59.3 overs (Khushdil Shah 159, Mohammad Sarwar Afridi 71 not out, Mohammad Naeem 25; Kaleem Dil 2-70)Abbottabad v Sialkot at Diamond Cricket Ground, IslamabadSialkot 385 all out, 107.1 overs (Azan Awais 123, Abdullah Shafique 62, Mohsin Riaz 60, Afzaal Manzoor 51, Hasan Ali 23; Shahnawaz Dahani 5-86, Israr Hussain 4-117)Abbottabad 92 all out, 34.5 overs (Shahzaib Khan 39; Mohammad Hasnain 5-22, Hasan Ali 3-14, Mohammad Ali 2-27) and f/o 331-8, 91.5 overs (Shahzaib Khan 131, Khalid Usman 83, Ahmed Khan 39; Mohammad Ali 3-61, Mohammad Hasnain 2-34)

Islamabad (Sports News): Eloise Sheridan and Jacquline Williams of the Emirates ICC International Panel of Umpires will be the on-field umpires in Sunday’s ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Final between India and South Africa.The match takes place at DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai, where both nations are bidding to become champions for the first time.Sheridan and Williams were in the middle for South Africa’s memorable 125-run victory over England in the semi-final.Williams also umpired the group game between the two finalists on 9 October, which South Africa won after a brilliant run chase.Sue Redfern is in place as Third Umpire, Nimali Perera is Fourth Umpire and Michell Pereira is the Match Referee.The match begins at 15h00 local time.Emirates ICC International Panel of Match Officials for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 FinalTeams: India v South AfricaOn-field Umpires: Eloise Sheridan & Jacquline WilliamsThird Umpire: Sue RedfernFourth Umpire: Nimali PereraMatch Referee: Michell Pereira

Lahore (PR): An emergency meeting of the Executive Committee of Pakistan Federation Baseball was held in Lahore under the chairmanship of Federation President Shaukat Javed. All members of the Executive Committee attended the meeting, including Dr. Mohammad Hamood Lakhvi (Senior VP), Haider Lehri, Mohammad Jamil Kamran, Arif Shahzad, Mohammad Ayaz Khan (VPs), Tahir Mahmood (Treasurer), Syed Manzar Shah, Musaddeq Hanif, Tariq Nadeem (Members at Large Male) and Sadia Alvi, Humaira Kamran, Aisha Irum, Sadia Kirmani (Members at Large Female).The members, who could not attend, participated in the online meeting through Zoom link.The meeting started with the recitation of the Holy Quran.President Shaukat Javed welcomed the members and informed the house about the agenda of the meeting.The House unanimously approved the minutes of the previous General Council meeting. Shaukat Javed informed the House that the Pakistan Sports Board has banned Syed Fakhar Ali Shah, Secretary General of Pakistan Federation Baseball, from all kinds of sports activities in Pakistan, after which the house unanimously approved that Syed Fakhar Ali Shah will continue as Secretary General PFB as he has not been banned by the Federation or the Pakistan Olympic Association.Syed Fakhar Ali Shah will appeal against the decision of the PSB himself, while the Federation will file a separate appeal against this decision. The House unanimously approved that the elections of the Federation will be held later this year in accordance with the sports policy of the PSB and under the guidance of the POA during the next General Council meeting. During this time, on behalf of the Federation, Sr.VP Dr. Muhammad Hamood Lakhvi, will serve as primary point of contact with PSB and all affiliated units within Pakistan.Furthermore, on the resolution moved by Tahir Mahmood, the House unanimously appreciated Syed Fakhar Shah’s efforts for the development and promotion of baseball not only in Pakistan but also in the region. The House also congratulated Syed Fakhar Ali Shah on being elected as the President of the South Asian Baseball Softball Federation.Syed Fakhar Ali Shah’s tireless efforts in the last 8 years have greatly impressed not only Pakistan but also Pakistani and baseball circles abroad because thanks to these efforts, Pakistan not only improved its ranking but also won gold, silver and bronze medals in various men’s and women’s events and also qualified for advanced events. Along with this, he successfully started the process of providing educational scholarships and baseball coaching facilities to boys and girls players in Japan, America and other countries.

DUBAI (SBR): Star fast bowler Mohammad Amir has been named the captain of the new franchise Quetta Cavalry for the Abu Dhabi T10 League 2025. The franchise management has expressed full confidence in Mohammad Amir by entrusting him with the leadership of the team.Mohammad Amir is participating in the T10 format as a captain for the first time and is being hailed as the best choice to guide the young squad. The team management stated that Amir's experience, aggressive bowling style, and fierce competitive spirit on the field will help Quetta Cavalry emerge as a strong team.Quetta Cavalry has assembled a balanced squad this year, including key players such as Sikandar Raza, Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Irfan Khan Niazi, Khuzaima Bin Tanveer, and Arafat Minhas. According to the team management, Mohammad Amir will not only be a threat with the new ball but will also play a crucial mentoring role for the bowlers.Expressing his happiness at being given the captaincy, Mohammad Amir said that he will present Quetta Cavalry as a fighting unit on the field and that fans will witness excellent cricket. He mentioned that the T10 format is fast-paced, exciting, and decisive, and he will work diligently with the team.The Abu Dhabi T10 League will commence on November 18, with renowned cricketers from around the world in action. Cricket fans are anticipating a spectacular performance from Quetta Cavalry under the leadership of Mohammad Amir.

Sports Bulletin ReportLausanne (Switzerland): The wait is nearly over. In just one month, the world’s most promising Rising Stars of men’s hockey will gather in the heart of south India for the FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025, taking place from 28 November to 10 December 2025 in Chennai and Madurai. This edition will make history as the first-ever FIH Junior Hockey World Cup to feature 24 teams, expanding the global reach of the sport and giving more nations than ever before, the chance to compete on hockey’s biggest youth stage. From traditional powerhouses like Argentina, India and Germany, to exciting debutants like Switzerland, China and Namibia, the expanded format promises more matches, more stories, and more opportunities for emerging talent to shine.Hosted in the cities of Chennai and Madurai in Tamil Nadu, India the tournament is set to deliver an unforgettable experience for players and fans alike. With state-of-the-art venues, vibrant fan culture, and the electric atmosphere of Indian hockey, this event will showcase the future of the game in its purest, most energetic form.Pool A: Canada, Germany, Ireland, South AfricaPool B: Chile, India, Oman, SwitzerlandPool C: Argentina, China, Japan, New Zealand Pool D: Belgium, Egypt, Spain, NamibiaPool E: Austria, England, Malaysia, NetherlandsPool F: Australia, Bangladesh, France, KoreaThe pool stage matches will be played from 28 November to 2 December, followed by knockout matches from 4 to 10 December..

Islamabad (Sports News); Pakistan Youth Volleyball Team has won the silver Medal at the 3rd Asian Youth Games 2025 held in Bahrain.In the final match, Pakistan faced a strong Iranian side, where the boys fought bravely but lost by 0–3, with set scores of 25–21, 25–23, and 25–23. Despite this result, the team’s performance throughout the tournament was exceptional — Pakistan did not lose a single match before the final, defeating teams like Mongolia, Bahrain, Uzbekistan, Saudi Arabia, and China with dominating performances.The final match was a display of determination and courage, where the Pakistani players pushed hard in every set but were unfortunate to miss the Gold Medal by a close margin. Nevertheless, finishing undefeated until the final stands as a historic achievement for Pakistan volleyball at the youth level.Throughout the tournament, standout performances were delivered by Mohammad Yahya, Mohammad Anas, Mohammad Irfan, and Ajmal Junaid, while Team Manager-cum-Coach Naseer Ahmed and Head Coach Saeed Ahmed Khan Sady provided remarkable leadership and guidance to the young team.This success is a part of Pakistan Volleyball Federation’s long-term development plan that started four years ago — from the U16 Asian Championship (Gold Medal) to the U18 Asian Championship, then the U19 World Championship, and now the Silver Medal at the 3rd Asian Youth Games 2025. The consistent progress of this team is a testament to the Federation’s vision and the invaluable support of Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC), which has sponsored and supported Pakistan’s youth volleyball teams over the years.The Chairman, Pakistan Volleyball Federation, Ch. Mohammad Yaqoob said: “Congratulations to Team Pakistan for their exceptional journey in Bahrain. You remained undefeated throughout the competition and fought bravely in the final. We are proud of your dedication and passion. You have once again proved that Pakistan volleyball has a bright future.”Similarly, Sohail Khawar Mir, President, Pakistan Volleyball Federation, said: “Winning the silver medal without losing a single match before the final is a huge achievement. This success reflects years of hard work, teamwork, and commitment. I congratulate our players, coaches, and officials for making Pakistan proud on the Asian stage.”