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New Era starts in Islamabad’s Hills: Inauguration of Ambani Cricket Stadium
Imran SattiISLAMABAD: A historic milestone was achieved as the long-awaited Ambani Cricket Stadium was officially inaugurated on Simly Dam Road, Islamabad. Nestled in the foothills, this state-of-the-art stadium is being hailed as a revolutionary step towards the promotion of sports in the Region. The inauguration ceremony was attended by a large number of locals, youth, and dignitaries, including Raja Ghalib of Charrah, Advocate Raja Aftab, and the well-known Raja Zia alias "Pappu." The stadium was inaugurated by Raja Abdul Khan and Raja Master Rasheed, father and uncle of stadium owner Raja Munawar Zaman۔Speaking to the media on the occasion, Raja Munawar Zaman said: “Ambani Cricket Ground was once a dream, and today it has become a reality. Our foremost priority is to provide healthy recreational activities and high-quality sports facilities to our youth.”He revealed that the project, which was initiated two years ago, has now been completed with international-level facilities, including floodlights, practice pitches, and a professional-grade cricket field.Launch of Hardball Cricket League & Cricket Academy During the event, the management also announced the launch of a Hardball Cricket League, set to begin on October 3rd and run until October 16th. Six prominent local teams will participate, with the goal of nurturing local talent and offering a platform for young players.In addition, plans were unveiled to establish a Cricket Academy at the venue, further solidifying the stadium’s role as a hub for cricketing excellence.The administration also revealed an upcoming Tape Ball Cricket League at the union council level in Islamabad, with participation open to teams from across the country. Each team will be allowed to include two guest players.The local community warmly welcomed the development, calling the stadium a "great gift" for the area. Residents praised the initiative and lauded Raja Munawar Zaman for turning a long-held dream into a tangible asset for the youth of the region.Facilities of this standard are rarely seen in rural or hilly areas,” said one attendee. “Ambani Cricket Ground is a shining example of what can be achieved through vision, commitment, and community spirit.”
TENPIN BOWLING - Local News 28 Sep, 2025
Abdullah AsjadIslamabad: Panthers club has won the titles of Inter-University Clubs Tenpin Bowling Championship 2025. Brig (Rtd) Amer Kiani was the chief guest on the concluding ceremony and gave away the prizes. Panthers Club got first positin and received Rs. 25,000 cash prize with gold medals. Scorpions Club bagged 2nd position and received Silver medals.The Championship washeld under the auspices of Islamabad Tenpin Association in collaboration with Pakistan Tenpin Bowling Federationat Leisure City Bowling Club in Islamabad. In the final match, Panthers Club defeated Scorpions Club with an impressive lead of 50 pins.Panthers Club;Rana Afzal, Mustafa, Awais, Maroyam and Aima;Scorpions Club, Junaid Shafique, Saad, Manahil, and Eshal.Ijaz-ur-Rehman, President, Pakistan Tenpin Bowling Federation, expressed his enthusiasm for organizing championships at the grassroots level to nurture young talent. The aim is to train male and female youth to represent Pakistan at national and international levels.The championship was a huge success, and the Pakistan Tenpin Bowling Federation's efforts to promote sports among university students are commendable. The winning team, Panthers Club, celebrated their victory with joy and enthusiasm
SPORTS NEWS - National 28 Sep, 2025
Mohammad Shafique RajaISLAMABAD: Director General Pakistan Sports Board (PSB), Mohammad Yasir Pirzada, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Pakistan’s young squash star Noor Zaman on clinching the prestigious NASH Cup 2025 title in London, Canada.In his message, the DG PSB said Noor’s remarkable victory against Egypt’s Moustafa Elsirty in the final has once again brought glory to the nation and demonstrated the immense potential of Pakistan’s emerging athletes.“Noor Zaman’s outstanding performance is a source of pride for the entire country. His dedication, hard work and determination reflect the bright future of squash in Pakistan. We are confident that with continued support and encouragement, he will follow in the footsteps of our great squash legends and further raise Pakistan’s flag high at international forums,” Pirzada said.
PCB grants first-ever Scorer contracts for 2025-26 season
Lahore (SBR): In a groundbreaking move, the Pakistan Cricket Board has introduced first-ever Scorer contracts, which run from 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2026, it was confirmed on Saturday.Before this development the scorers only received remuneration in the form of match fees but the announcement of the monthly retainers will strengthen them financially as they aim to serve Pakistan Cricket with more dedication.A total of 20 scorers from 16 regions have been granted the contracts for the 2025-26 season.Aamir Sharif (Abbottabad), Aamer Manzoor Faridi (Multan), Adnan Farooq (Islamabad), Arif Abdul Majeed (Hyderabad), Azhar Hussain (Lahore), Faiz Muhammad Baloch (Dera Murad Jamali), Farrukh Ilyas Raja (Sialkot), Hafeez-ur-Rehman (Bahawalpur), Junaid Shah (Kohat), Muhammad Ammad (Quetta), Muhammad Aslam Sahto (Larkana), Muhammad Atiq (Sahiwal), Muhammad Zeeshan (Rawalpindi), Nadeem Akhtar (Peshawar), Najmus Saeed (Lahore), Nasir Khan (Sargodha), Salman Hussain Kazmi (Karachi), Shakeel Ahmed (Rawalpindi), Syed Imran Ali (Karachi), Tahir Suhaib (Faisalabad)Director Domestic Cricket Operations PCB, Abdullah Khurram Niazi said:“The PCB is delighted to offer first-ever annual contracts to 20 of our esteemed scorers across the country. I’m confident this move will contribute towards the strengthening of our domestic cricket ecosystem as we look to safeguard all those who contribute towards its well-being and conduct.“It is also a testament of the PCB’s vision to recognise all the cogs of the wheel in Pakistan’s Cricket fraternity and help them grow and give back to our sport with more enthusiasm and dedication than before.”
Noor Zaman wins NASH Cup 2025 squash title for Pakistan
Islamabad (Sports News): The rising squash star Noor Zaman has emerged victorious in the NASH Cup 2025 - NASH Family Wealth Management, held in London, Canada, from September 23-27.The young Pakistani squash won the title by defeating Egypt's Moustafa Elsirty, the 2nd seed of the tournament. The final score line was 19-17, 11-7, and 11-9. The match lasted 52 minutes.Noor Zaman's journey to the finals was impressive, as he beat Matias Knudsen (COL) in the semi-finals. Mohammad Ashab Irfan also made Pakistan proud by reaching the semi-finals of this Copper-level tournament, which had a prize money of $30,000 USD.
FOOTBALL - Int News 27 Sep, 2025
Colombo (SBR): Pakistan’s renowned FIFA Assistant Referee Dilawar Khan has been appointed as the Reserve Assistant Referee for the Final Match of the SAFF U-17 Football Championship 2025.Dilawar Khan’s selection for the decisive fixture reflects not only his individual dedication and skill but also highlights the growing recognition of Pakistani match officials on the regional stage.The Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) extended its heartfelt congratulations to Dilawar Khan, acknowledging his achievement as a source of pride for the country’s football community.
Pakistani players reach Kazakhstan to participate in ATF U12 competitions
Abdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: A four-member Pakistan tennis team including Mohammad Shayan Afridi, Rashid Ali Bachani, Mohammad Ibraheem Hussain Gill, and Mohammad Abid (Team Captain) reached Shymkent, Kazakhstan to take part in the ATF U12 Team Competitions 2025, which will be kicked off on September 27.According to a media person of the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) Mohammad Sohail, Pakistani under 12 players have reached Shymkent, Kazakhstan, to participate in the ATF Under 12 Intercontinental Team Competition 2025, scheduled to take place in Shymkent from September 27 to October 5.As many as 12 nations from across the world will compete for the top honour during the 10-day international junior tennis showpiece, as the Green Shirts will be participating for the first time. The players were selected following their outstanding performance in the finals of the ATF U12 Team Competition, held in Singapore from 25th to 30th August -2025.Besides Pakistan, Australia, Africa (CAT), China, Chinese Taipei, South America (COSAT), Hong Kong, Kazakhstan, Korea, New Zealand, Pacific Oceania, and Thailand will show their power in the international junior tennis fixture.Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi, President-PTF hoped that Pakistani team will perform well in the tournament. Col. Zia-ud-din Tufail, Secretary-General-PTF, also wished the players the best of luck.#pakistantennis #tennis #tennistournament #shymktent #kazakhstan #pakistan #teampakistan @asiantennisfederation @itf.asia @ktf_shymkent_tennis @pakistansportsboardofficial @govtofpakistan @aisamqureshi @abiddimi
U19 One-Day Cup. FATA, Peshawar, Lahore White and Lahore Blues post wins
Peshawar (SBR): Four more matches have been decided in the third round of the National Men’s Under-19 One-Day Cup. Fata defeated Hyderabad by 7 wickets to claim their third consecutive victory.At the Ashfaq Ground, Charsadda, Hyderabad batted first and the entire team was dismissed for 151 runs. Abdul Wahab scored 29, Yahya Shah scored 28 and Abdul Ahad scored 24 runs. Jamshed ullah and Naveed Khan took three wickets each. Taimur Ali, Mohammad Tahir, Usman Khan and Abdul Basit grabbed one wicket each.In reply, FATA Region achieved the target for the loss of three wickets. Usman Khan, who represented Pakistan U-19, maintained his form and scored a magnificent unbeaten century as he hit 10 fours and 5 sixes. Usman Khan was dismissed for 96 runs in the previous match. Haris Shah was not out on 31 runs. Mohammad Salman captured 2 wickets for Hyderabad . The match was supervised by Majid Hussain and Dilshad Ali.In the 2nd match played at Hayatabad stadium peshawar, Lahore White batted first and scored 303 runs for the loss of five wickets. Opener Alian Salman scored 136 runs and remained unbeaten. His innings included thirteen fours. The other opener Hamza Zahoor scored 54 runs. Mohammad Farhan scored 48 runs. Islamabad's Zeeshan, Mujahid Ali, Owais and Faisal Afridi dismissed one player each.In reply, the Islamabad Region team could score 125 runs. Fahad Saleem scored 26, Munib scored 19 and Ajmer scored 15 runs. Hussain Abbas and Mohammad Ayyas took three wickets each. Lahore White's Hamza Zahoor took six catches behind the stump. Man of the match was Aalian Salman. Aale Haider and Abdul Karim were the umpires and Nadeem Akhtar was the scorer. Fazal Akbar Shah was the match referee.In the third match, Peshawar batted first and scored 213 runs. Ahmed Hussain scored 56, Mohammad Zubair scored 49 and Zainullah scored 48 runs. Mohammad Musa took four wickets. In reply, Sialkot was bowled out for 154 runs. Hayam Khan scored 55 runs. Haroon Khan took three wickets while Muhammad Siam, Mohammad Owais and Ahmed Hussain took two wickets each. Ahmed Hussain was declared the man of the match for his all-round performance.In the 4th match Lahore Blues defeated Abbottabad by 61 runs at the Rana Naveed Cricket Academy in Sheikhupura. Ali Hassan Baloch scored a brilliant 143 runs to help his team score 284 runs for the loss of six wickets in 50 overs. Ali Hassan Baloch's 143 runs were hit by 13 fours and 7 sixes. In reply, Abbottabad's team was bowled out for 223 runs in 44.2 overs despite Mohammad Shayan's 53 runs. Jahangir Bilal took five wickets for 26 runs.
CRICKET - Physically Handicap 26 Sep, 2025
KARACHI (SBR): The Pakistan-Afghanistan Wheelchair T20 Cricket Series is set to kick off on September 29 at the UBL Sports Complex, Karachi. The opening match will be played on Monday at 6 PM, while the trophy unveiling ceremony is scheduled for Sunday. According to the Pakistan Wheelchair Cricket Council, this marks Afghanistan’s first-ever wheelchair cricket tour to Pakistan—an important step in strengthening sports diplomacy between the two countries. The series will also provide Pakistan valuable preparation ahead of the Asia Cup. The four-match series will continue with fixtures on September 30, October 1, and October 2.Pakistan will be led by captain Muhammad Zeeshan, with Imran Arain as vice-captain. The squad features Mohammad Fayaz, Ahmed Yar Senior, Misal Khan, Sadar Ayub, Tauseef Malik, Mubeen Iqbal, Osama Tariq, Jumma Khan, Ayaz Khan, Zawar Khan, Waqas Saeed, Saeed Bannu, and Sajid Khan. Reserves include Saeed Khan, Shah Faisal, and Gohar Afridi. Syed Faizan Baqir Naqvi will serve as head coach, while Rizwan-ul-Haq has been appointed as team manager. Pakistan will also host the 3rd Wheelchair Asia Cup in November, with six teams set to compete.
Asia Cup: Pakistan beat Bangladesh by 11 runs to reach in final
Dubai (SBR): Shaheen Shah Afridi grabbed three wickets and hit a brisk 19 off 13 balls, while Haris Rauf claimed a three-fer as Pakistan defended 135 to beat Bangladesh by 11 runs in the ACC T20 Asia Cup Super-Four game at Dubai International Stadium on Thursday night and set up a final against India on Sunday.The pace duo of Shaheen and Haris returned combined figures of 6-50 in their eight overs as Pakistan defended their joint-second lowest T20I total against Bangladesh.Defending the 136-run target, Shaheen provided his side with the perfect start, removing Parvez Hossain Emon for a two-ball duck – his 22nd first-over wicket in T20Is – followed by the scalp of Towhid Hridoy (5) to leave Bangladesh 23-2 in 4.2 overs.Haris Rauf then eked out the prized scalp of Saif Hassan (18, 15b, 1x4, 2x6s) on the first ball of the sixth over, reducing Bangladesh to 36-3 at the end of the powerplay.Nawaz sent Mahedi (11) back in the hut on the final delivery of the eighth over as Bangladesh were left reeling on 44-4. Nurul Hasan (16, 21b, 1x6) and Shamim Hossain (30, 25b, 2x6s) then put on 19 runs for the fifth wicket, before the former fell prey to Saim Ayub with Bangladesh requiring another 72 runs from the last eight overs.Saim, continuing his fine form with the ball, got rid of skipper Jaker Ali (5, 9b) when Nawaz grabbed his third catch of the night in the 14th over, reducing Bangladesh to 73-6.Shaheen ended Shamim’s 25-ball resistance in the 17th over, while Haris struck twice in the following over as Bangladesh slumped to 101-9.Haris defended 23 runs in the final over, handing his side the victory. Saim returned figures of 4-0-16-2 taking his tournament tally of wickets to eight.Earlier, Pakistan were asked to bat first and lost their opening duo within first ten balls of the game with just five runs on the board. Pakistan finished the Powerplay with Fakhar Zaman (13, 20b, 2x4s) and Salman Ali Agha in the middle with the score at 27-2. Fakhar fell in the subsequent over, while Hussain Talat followed him nine balls later.Trouble deepened for Pakistan when Agha was dismissed with scorecard reading 49-5 in 10.5 overs. Shaheen, at no.7, played a crucial cameo of 13-ball 19 hitting two sixes, before losing his wicket to Taskin in the 14th over with 71 runs on the board.Mohammad Haris (31, 23b, 2x4s, 1x6) and Nawaz then stitched a 38-run partnership off 24 balls for the seventh wicket to take Pakistan past the 100-run mark.Bangladesh landed another blow in the 18th over when Pakistan’s top-scorer Haris was caught and bowled by Mahedi. Nawaz (25, 15b, 1x4, 2x6s) then hit Taskin for a maximum off the first delivery of the penultimate over, but was caught at cover on the very next ball.Faheem Ashraf’s solitary four and three twos in the final over lifted Pakistan to 135-8 in 20 overs. For Bangladesh, Taskin finished with figures of 4-0-28-3. Rishad and Mahedi picked up two wickets apiece.Scores in brief:Pakistan beat Bangladesh by 11 runs at Dubai International Cricket StadiumPakistan 135-8, 20 overs (Mohammad Haris 31, Mohammad Nawaz 25, Shaheen Shah Afridi 19, Salman Ali Agha 19; Taskin Ahmed 3-28, Rishad Hossain 2-18, Mahedi Hasan 2-28)Bangladesh 124-9, 20 overs (Shamim Hossain 30, Saif Hassan 18; Shaheen Shah Afridi 3-17, Haris Rauf 3-33, Saim Ayub 2-16)Player of the match – Shaheen Shah Afridi (Pakistan)
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