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SPORTS NEWS - Int News 19 Jul, 2026
Lahore (PR):: Pakistan’s rising Mas-Wrestling athlete Usama Butt from Gujranwala has achieved another milestone for the country by winning the Bronze Medal in the Mas-Wrestling competition at the prestigious ARA Festival held in Mongolia.Usama competed against some of the world’s finest Mas-Wrestlers, including top-ranked athletes from Russia and Mongolia, displaying remarkable strength, technique, and determination throughout the competition. His outstanding performance earned Pakistan a place on the winners’ podium and further strengthened the country’s growing reputation in the international Mas-Wrestling community.In addition to the bronze medal, Usama Butt was awarded a cash prize of USD 2,000 in recognition of his exceptional performance.Congratulating the athlete on this remarkable achievement, Nawab Furqan Khan, Vice President, Asian Mas-Wrestling Federation and Presidium Member, International Mas-Wrestling Federation (IMWF), stated:“Usama Butt’s bronze medal at the prestigious ARA Festival is a proud moment for Pakistan. Competing against elite athletes from Russia and Mongolia and finishing on the podium demonstrates the immense talent and potential of Pakistani Mas-Wrestlers. This achievement reflects the hard work, commitment, and determination of our athletes, coaches, and officials who continue to promote Mas-Wrestling across the country. The Pakistan Mas-Wrestling Federation remains committed to providing international opportunities for our athletes and developing Pakistan into one of the leading Mas-Wrestling nations in Asia and the world.”He further added:“This success sends a strong message that Pakistani athletes have the ability to compete with the world’s best. I congratulate Usama Butt, his family, coaches, and everyone associated with this achievement. We hope this victory will inspire more young athletes to take up Mas-Wrestling and represent Pakistan with pride on the international stage.”The Pakistan Mas-Wrestling Federation (PMWF) also acknowledged the continuous support of the International Mas-Wrestling Federation (IMWF) and the Asian Mas-Wrestling Federation in promoting the sport globally and providing opportunities for athletes from emerging Mas-Wrestling nations.PMWF extends its heartfelt congratulations to Usama Butt and wishes him continued success in future international competitions as he continues to bring pride and honor to Pakistan.
Pakistan players arrive in Canada for World Juniors Squash Championship
Sportd Bulletin ReportToronto (Canada): Pakistani four players and two officials arrived here to participate in the WSF World Juniors Squash Championship 2026.At the airport, local Pakistan community including Raja Naeem welcomed the Green Shirts, a passionate squash lover and proud supporter of Pakistan squash.The Pakistan Junior Squash Team consisted of Abdullah Nawan, Nauman Khan, Umair Arif and Yahya Khan while Fahim Gul and Mansoor Zaman travelling with team to perform the duties of coach and manager respectively.The championship will be be held from 20 July to 31 July 2026, featuring both the Individual and Team events.
Atif Rana banks on emerging talent as Lahore Qalandars leave for Guyana for GSL 2026
Lahore (Sports Reporter): Lahore Qalandars owner Atif Rana has reaffirmed the franchise's commitment to developing Pakistan's next generation of cricketers, saying the team's squad for the ExxonMobil Global Super League (GSL) 2026 has been built around young and emerging talent to prepare future stars for international cricket. "The Qalandars' squad is based on youth and emerging talent, who will be provided international exposure to showcase their abilities on the biggest stages and develop into future stars for Pakistan," Atif Rana said as the Lahore Qalandars team departed for Guyana on Saturday. The franchise will be led by experienced New Zealand all-rounder Michael Bracewell in the prestigious tournament, scheduled from July 23 to August 1 at the Guyana National Stadium, where champion franchises from across the world will compete.Highlighting another key objective of the tour, Atif Rana expressed confidence in head coach Shaun Tait, saying the former Australian fast bowler's experience would play a crucial role in nurturing Pakistan's future pace attack. "Shaun Tait is a highly experienced coach who has helped develop quality fast bowlers in Bangladesh. We are also focusing on producing outstanding fast bowlers under his guidance, so Pakistan's fast-bowling resources continue to grow," he added.Team Director Sameen Rana described Bracewell's appointment as captain as a strategic move. "Michael Bracewell's experience, leadership and all-round abilities make him the ideal captain to lead our young squad against world-class opposition in the Global Super League," said Sameen Rana.Lahore Qalandars will launch their GSL campaign against Perth Scorchers on July 23 before facing Desert Vipers (July 24), Guyana Amazon Warriors (July 26) and San Francisco Unicorns (July 29), with the final scheduled for August 1.The squad combines experienced overseas players, including Bracewell, Parvez Hossain Emon, Shayan Jahangir and Delano Potgieter, with promising Pakistani youngsters such as Abdullah Shafique, Usama Mir, Shamyl Hussain, Muhammad Naeem, Mehran Mumtaz and Shahab Khan, reflecting the franchise's long-term vision of producing the next generation of international stars.LAHORE QALANDARS SQUAD FOR GSL 2026: Michael Bracewell (New Zealand), Parvez Hossain Emon (Bangladesh), Shayan Jahangir (USA), Delano Potgieter (South Africa), Abdullah Shafique, Usama Mir, Shamyl Hussain, Muhammad Naeem, Imran Randhawa, Mehran Mumtaz, Farhan Yousaf, Shahab Khan, Muhammad Basit, Ali Shabbir.
Nawaz Out But Opposition Players’ Records To Remain Untouched
BIPIN DANIIndia’s renowned cricket statistician Mohandas Menon has confirmed that the career records of opposition players who featured in matches against Mohammad Nawaz during his disqualified period will remain intact. Their runs, wickets, and milestones achieved in those fixtures continue to stand in official records, ensuring that their careers are not impacted by Nawaz’s suspension. This clarification provides reassurance to players and fans alike that the sanction applies solely to Nawaz’s statistics, not to the performances of others.The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed that Pakistani all‑rounder Mohammad Nawaz has been suspended for three months after breaching the ICC Anti‑Doping Code.In its official statement, the ICC noted: "Subject to Nawaz completing a substance‑of‑abuse treatment programme to the ICC’s satisfaction, he will not be required to serve any further period of ineligibility. As required by the ICC Anti‑Doping Code, Nawaz’s records from the match against the Netherlands on 7 February and in subsequent matches until 1 May 2026 have been disqualified.”This ruling means that Nawaz’s individual statistics during the affected period will be struck from the record. However, the ICC has not indicated that the performances of opposition players in those matches will be altered. Typically, under anti‑doping regulations, disqualification applies only to the offending player’s results, while team outcomes and opponents’ records remain intact.The case raises questions among fans and analysts about the broader impact of such sanctions, particularly whether opposition players’ achievements in matches involving Nawaz could be revisited. For now, the ICC’s stance appears clear: Nawaz’s records alone are disqualified, leaving his opponents’ statistics unaffected — a position reinforced by Menon’s authoritative confirmation.
VOLLEYBALL - Int News 18 Jul, 2026
Sports Bulletin ReportHaikou (China ): Pakistan concluded an outstanding campaign at the AVC Boys' U18 Volleyball Championship 2026 with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Thailand in the 5th Position Match, securing 5th place in Asia and earning qualification for the FIVB Men's U19 World Championship China 2027.The championship, held from 12 to 18 July 2026 in Haikou, China, brought together Asia's strongest youth volleyball nations. Pakistan once again demonstrated its growing strength at the continental level by finishing among the top five teams in Asia and qualifying for another FIVB World Championship.Set Scores:Set 1: 17–25Set 2: 28–26Set 3: 25–21Set 4: 18–25Set 5: 15–12The match was one of the most exciting encounters of the championship, with both teams displaying high-quality volleyball throughout five fiercely contested sets.Thailand started strongly, taking the opening set 25-17 through effective serving and attacking.Pakistan responded brilliantly in the second set, showing tremendous determination and composure under pressure. The Green Shirts saved crucial points before edging Thailand 28-26 in a thrilling finish to level the match.Building on their momentum, Pakistan dominated the third set with disciplined blocking, accurate serving, and aggressive attacks to claim it 25-21, moving one set away from victory.Thailand refused to surrender and forced a deciding fifth set after winning the fourth 25-18.The final set showcased Pakistan's fighting spirit and resilience. With both teams battling for every point, the Green Shirts remained composed during the decisive moments and sealed the fifth set 15-12, completing a memorable 3-2 victory.
Pakistan women squads announced for Sri Lanka series
Lahore (Sports Reporter): The Women’s National Selection Committee has named 15-member squads for the ODI and T20I series against Sri Lanka, scheduled to take place in Hambantota, Sri Lanka from 23 July to 4 August. Fatima Sana continues to lead the side in the ODI format, while Muneeba Ali Siddiqui has been named captain for the T20I series in Fatima's absence.24-year-old Fatima will feature in The Hundred in England following the conclusion of the ODI series. She made history by becoming the first Pakistan women’s cricketer to take part in the league. Fatima claimed 11 wickets in five matches at the recently concluded ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in England and Wales and also scored 85 runs, including a half-century. She was also named in the Team of the Tournament at the conclusion of the 12-team event.In the T20I squad, eight changes have been made to the side that represented Pakistan in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, underscoring the selectors’ focus on developing and integrating emerging talent into the national setup. Eman Naseer, Humna Bilal, Maham Anees, Momina Riasat, Najiha Alvi, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Umm-e-Hani and Waheeda Akhtar have been named in the squad. Of these Eman Naseer, Maham Anees and Momina Riasat are yet to make their T20I debuts and could earn their maiden international caps during the series.For the three ODIs – which are also part of the ICC Women’s Championship 2025-29, Maham Anees and Saira Jabeen are the uncapped players. The three ODIs will be played on 23, 25 and 28 July.Pakistan team will arrive in Sri Lanka on 20 July before taking part in training sessions on 21 and 22 July.Pakistan ODI squad in alphabetical order:Fatima Sana (captain), Ayesha Zafar, Gull Feroza, Maham Anees, Momina Riasat, Muneeba Ali Siddiqui, Najiha Alvi, Nashra Sundhu, Sadaf Shamas, Saira Jabeen, Sidra Amin, Syeda Aroob Shah, Tasmia Rubab, Umm-e-Hani and Waheeda AkhterPakistan T20I squad in alphabetical order:Muneeba Ali Siddiqui (captain), Ayesha Zafar, Eman Naseer, Eyman Fatima, Humna Bilal, Maham Anees, Momina Riasat, Najiha Alvi, Nashra Sundhu, Saira Jabeen, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Tasmia Rubab, Tuba Hassan, Umm-e-Hani and Waheeda AkhtarPlayer support personnel:Ayesha Ashhar (manager), Wahab Riaz (mentor/head coach), Abdur Rehman (spin bowling coach), Umaid Asif (fast bowling coach), Abdul Majeed (fielding coach), Imran Farhat (batting coach), Raza Kitchlew (media manager), Waleed Ahmed (analyst), Tehreem Sumbal (physiotherapist).Tour schedule :23 July – First ODI25 July – Second ODI28 July – Third ODI31 July – First T20I2 August – Second T20I4 August – Third T20I
Pakistan women U19 beat South Africa women U19 by 47 runs to level Series 1-1
Karachi (Nayyab Abdul): Opening batter Ravail Farhan struck an unbeaten half-century and left-arm pacer Mahnoor Zeb picked up three wickets as Pakistan registered an emphatic 47-run victory against South Africa to level the five-match U19 women’s T20 series 1-1 here at the National Bank Stadium, Karachi on Friday night.Pakistan, who were inserted in by the visitors, posted a competitive total of 125-4 in 20 overs led by player of the match Ravail’s 64-ball 68 not out comprising nine fours and two sixes and in turn dismissed South Africa for 78 in 17.1 overs with the trio of left-arm pacers Mahnoor Zeb, Mah Noor and Shahar Bano sharing six wickets.Bano got the defence of the target off to a perfect start as she castled South Africa opener Chris-Mari Bezuidenhout for a first-ball duck, while Mahnoor Zeb bowled previous game’s player of the match Chanel Venter in the fourth over.Diedre van Rensburg (20, 24b, 2x4s) and skipper Mieke van Voorst (16, 20b, 3x4s) stitched a 28-run stand but it was cut short by Mah Noor – who was making her maiden appearance for Pakistan women’s U19 - and with this breakthrough brought about a seven for 30 collapse for South Africa.Mah Noor returned in the 11th over with South Africa 52-3 and cleaned up Makwana Moriri. South Africa kept on losing wickets as their top-scorer van Rensburg was run out by Fizza Fiaz, while left-arm spinner Maham Nazakat and Mahnoor Zeb dismissed two batters each after the 11th over to leave South Africa 78-9 with 17 balls left.South Africa’s wicketkeeper-batter Jae-Leigh Filander was absent hurt. Mahnoor Zeb’s three for 21 was backed up by Maham’s two for eight in 3.1 overs, Mah Noor’s two for 19 in four overs and Bano’s one for 12 including a maiden in three overs.Earlier, Ravail (68, 64b, 9x4s, 2x6s) and Komal Khan (23, 24b, 3x4s, 1x6) put on a strong 63-run opening stand before the latter departed in the ninth over. Ravail then kept the innings together by forming a 16-run stand with Zoofishan Ayyaz (11, 12b, 2x4s), 20-run stand with Raahima Syed, 14 runs with Fizza Fiaz – who was tactically retired in the last over – and 12 runs with Bano.Ravail brought up her fifty off 49 balls and finished the innings with a flourish hitting the last two balls of the innings for a six and a four. For South Africa, Miya Lalor, Ashleigh van Wyk and Reabetswe Dithipe picked up one wicket each.The third T20 match of the series will be played on Sunday, 19 July at the same venue with the first ball expected to be bowled at 7pm PKT.Scores in brief:Pakistan 125-4, 20 overs (Ravail Farhan 68 not out, Komal Khan 23; Miya Lalor 1-23)South Africa 78 all out, 17.1 overs (Diedre van Rensburg 20; Mahnoor Zeb 3-21, Maham Nazakat 2-8, Mah Noor 2-19).
Pakistan squad departs for Canada to participate in World Juniors Championship
Islamabad (SBR): The Pakistan Junior Squash Team, accompanied by Manager Mansoor Zaman and Head Coach Fahim Gul, has departed from Islamabad International Airport for the World Squash Junior Individual & Team Championships 2026.The prestigious 12-day championship will be held from 20th July to 31st July, 2026 at Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada. A total of 185 players aged under 19 from 24 nations will compete in both the men’s and women’s events.Representing Pakistan in this world fixture are Abdullah Nawaz, Nauman Khan, Mohammad Umair Arif and Yahya Khan.
BASKETBALL - Local News 17 Jul, 2026
Rawalpindi (PR): Rawalpindi Division Basketball Association (RDBA) organised two days trials to select the basketball team which will represent Rawalpindi Division Basketball Association in Commissioner Cup being held from 24-28 July, 2026 at Faisalabad. The selection committee supervised two days trials held on 15-16 July, 2026 at Lalkurti, Rawalpindi. Trials were also witnessed by Malik Mohammad Riaz, National Basketball Coach and sizeable basketball lovers.The selected 16-players are Hamad, Hamza, Zeeshan, Noor-uz-Zaman, Sheraz, Moheed, Bilal, Hain Adnan, M Khubaid, Nain Shah, Yazdan, Haseeb, Haider, Aayan Abbasi, Imran and Zakaullah..Imtiaz Rafi Butt, President, Rawalpindi Division Basketball Association told to media that training camp will be held from July 17, 2026 at Rawalpindi till the departure of team to Faisalabad. Camp will be supervised by the qualified Coaches.The selected players have been asked to report the training camp immediately.Imtiaz Rafi Butt said the championship is aimed to promote basketball though out the Punjab. All teams from Province will vie for top honours.The event would also support strengthen Inter Divisional competition and contribute to the continued growth of basketball in the province.
Players have abilities to beat India in Hockey World Cup 2026, says Samiullah
Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: Chairman, National Selection Committee (NSC) of Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF), and former hockey legend Samiullah Khan hoped that Pakistan national hockey team would produce acceptable results in the forthcoming FIH Men’s World Cup Hockey Tournament, which would be rolled into action next month from August 15, 2026 in two European nations, Belgium and Netherlands simultaneously.While talking to Editor www.sports-bulletin.com Abdul Jabbar Faisal here at Nasser Bunda Hockey Stadium, Pakistan Sports Complex on Thursday, he further said, “We have around one month for mage hockey showpiece of the world and foreign coaches are working with the team. Boys are improving the game day by day. England, India and Wales are in our group and we will have to win at least two matches to reach in quarterfinals. Players have the abilities to overcome heavy weights India and England. Despite of facing defeats against both countries recently in FIH Pro-League we can beat high ranked hockey nations because Green Shirts lost first match against India and England by a close margin. After removing the flaws we can challenge traditional foes India in the world cup match, “he elaborated.To a question, he said that Pakistan should reach in top-8 in the world ranking of International Hockey Federation (FIH) and PHF started a long term plan to achieve the targets. “When we will be in the top eight team of world then we will be able to claim upset victories in the upcoming international fixtures. We can move ahead step by step and we should focus on the all the aspects. There is need to promote the hockey at the grass-root level and incentives must be given to players to attract them toward national game hockey. We do not have enough nursery of hockey at lower level. Government support and sponsorship is essential to uplift the standard of game in the country, “he added.A question regarding hiring the services of overseas hockey coaches, Samiullah said, “I am personally not in the favour of foreign mentors and I thing we need physical trainer because the guys are lacking in stamina and fitness, which is very important and basic aspect. However, I saw here the players are toiling hard under the foreign coaches and coaches are also doing smart work with the lads this is good and positive sign for our hockey. It seems that coaches are doing a good and appreciate able job. I hope they will establish a good combination before the hockey world cup 2026. PHF hired three persons, one head coach, one goalkeeper coach and one trainer from different countries, “he said.“Unfortunately, no one knows the name of national hockey players and I was also not aware the names of national players before taking the new honourary responsibilities and I got the data and information about these guy. To raise the stander of hockey, PHF and all other stake holder will have to focus on basic issues and needs of players, including financial, diet, training and other incentives. We need to take the tangible steps and to form a long term strategy to reach on the top in world hockey again. We have tremendous hockey talent in the country and there is need to bring up and polish that and to stream line the hockey affairs, “former captain of national hockey team, legend Samiullah Khan concluded.
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