Lahore(SBR):Quetta Gladiators on the back of an all-round performance by Faheem Ashraf beat Islamabad United by 30 runs at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Wednesday night to qualify for the final of HBL PSL X. The final will take place on Sunday, 25 May. Chasing a target of 209 runs set by the Gladiators in the Qualifier, United lost their in-form opener Alex Hales for no score in the second over to Faheem. After Hales’ dismissal, Sahibzada Farhan was joined by Rassie van der Dussen and the pair stitched a 71-run partnership for the second wicket. Van der Dussen (35 off 23 balls, four fours, two sixes) was the next batter to get dismissed in the ninth over of the innings.Farhan – also the recipient of the Hanif Mohammad Cap, top-scored for his side with a 35-ball 52, hitting eight fours and a six. Besides Farhan, Salman Ali Agha contributed 44 off 26 balls, including three fours and two sixes. Shadab Khan was the only other United batter to reach double figures.The target proved too steep for the defending champions as they were bowled out for 179 in 19.4 overs.For Gladiators, Usman Tariq took three wickets for 32 runs, while Faheem, Mohammad Amir and Mohammad Wasim Jnr claimed two wickets each.Earlier, after opting to bat first, the Gladiators posted 209 for six in their 20 overs. After losing five wickets for 113 in 11.5 overs, Sri Lanka’s international Dinesh Chandimal and Pakistan’s Faheem Ashraf came together and knitted a vital 95-run stand for the sixth wicket. The left-handed Faheem was dismissed on the penultimate ball of the innings after scoring 45 off 23 balls, which included four fours and three sixes.Chandimal remained unbeaten on 48 off 28 balls, hitting four boundaries and three towering sixes. Opening batter Finn Allen was another notable contributor, scoring 41 off 27 balls with seven fours.For United, Ben Dwarshuis and Salman Irshad picked up two wickets apiece.Despite tonight’s defeat, Islamabad United can still reach the final if they win Eliminator 2, scheduled on 23 May.Scores in brief:Quetta Gladiators beat Islamabad United by 30 runs at Gaddafi StadiumQuetta Gladiators 209-6, 20 overs (Dinesh Chandimal 48, Faheem Ashraf 45, Finn Allen 41, Avishka Fernando 32; Ben Dwarshuis 2-31, Salman Irshad 2-34)Islamabad United 179 all out, 19.4 overs (Sahibzada Farhan 52, Salman Ali Agha 44, Rassie van der Dussen 35; Usman Tariq 3-32, Mohammad Amir 2-31, Faheem Ashraf 2-33, Mohammad Wasim Jnr 2-38)Player of the match: Faheem Ashraf (Quetta Gladiators)Thursday’s fixture:Eliminator 1 – Karachi Kings v Lahore Qalandars at Gaddafi Stadium; 7.30pm PKT

Karachi(PR):The Pakistan Ju-Jitsu Federation (PJJF) has announced that the national players will take part in the prestigious Asian Ju-Jitsu Championship 2025, scheduled to take place from May 22 to 26 in Amman, Jordan. This elite continental event will bring together top athletes from across Asia in both the Adult and Under-21 (U21) categories.Representing Pakistan in the Adult category are Isra Waseem, Kainat Arif, Bano Butt, M. Ali Rashid, and AbdullahIn the U21 category, M. Yousuf Ali and Umar Yaseen have been selected to compete.Further solidifying Pakistan’s presence at the event, Dalawar Khan Sannan and Abu Hurrara have been appointed as official referees for the championship.Tariq Ali, General Secretary of the Pakistan Ju-Jitsu Federation, will lead the national delegation and represent Pakistan at the Ju-Jitsu Asian Union General AssemblyKhalil Ahmed Khan, Chairman of the Pakistan Ju-Jitsu Federation, expressed his confidence in the team, stating:“We are confident in the capabilities of our athletes and expect commendable performances that reflect the hard work and determination they have put into their preparation. The Federation remains committed to the development of Ju-Jitsu at all levels, with the continued support of the Pakistan Sports Board.”Tariq Ali echoed this optimism, adding:“Our athletes have trained with dedication, and I’m hopeful for strong results. At the 2024 Asian Championship in Bangkok, they delivered exceptional performances. M. Yousuf Ali and Umar Yaseen were crowned champions in the U18 Duo Men category, while Isra Waseem and Kainat Arif earned bronze medals in both the Duo Women and Show Women events.”He further stated that the Pakistan Ju-Jitsu Federation continues to work tirelessly to promote the sport across the country, aiming to provide emerging athletes with international exposure and opportunities for excellence on the global stage.

Islamabad(SBR): Mehak Khokhar and Noor Malik set to meet in the Ladues Singles final of the 37th OGDCL Federal Cup National Ranking Tennis Championships 2025 after winning their respective semifinals here at the PTF-SDA Tennis Complex on Wednesday.Second seed Aqeel Khan had to dig deep to overcome a strong challenge from rising talent Ahmad Nael Qureshi, eventually winning 4-6, 6-3, 6-1 in a gripping quarter-final clash at the 37th OGDCL Federal Cup National Ranking Tennis Championships.Ahmad Nael came out firing and stunned the seasoned Aqeel by taking the first set 6-4 with confident shot-making and relentless pressure. However, the experienced Khan responded with a tactical shift in the second set, employing sliced backhands, cross-court shots, and long rallies to disrupt Qureshi’s rhythm. His strategy paid off as he leveled the match with a 6-3 second-set win.In the decisive set, Aqeel Khan drew on his vast experience and regained full control, using precise placement and superior court coverage to dominate. He denied Qureshi any room to regroup, cruising through the final set 6-1 to book his place in the semi-finals.Top seed Mohammad Shoaib, along with Yousaf Khalil and Muzammil Murtaza, advanced to the semi-finals of the 37th OGDCL Federal Cup National Ranking Tennis Championships with impressive straight-set victories.Mohammad Shoaib showcased his top form against the talented Barkatullah, securing a solid win with consistent baseline play and strategic shot placement. Yousaf Khalil displayed control and composure as he overpowered M. Talha Khan in an entertaining encounter. Meanwhile, Muzammil Murtaza demonstrated his dominance with a clinical performance against Sami Zeb Khan, sealing his spot in the semi-finals without dropping a set.With the top contenders moving forward, the stage is set for an exciting semi-final lineup.In a thrilling Ladies' Singles encounter, unseeded Noor Malik pulled off a major upset by defeating 3rd seed Soha Ali 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 to advance to the semi-finals.After dropping the first set 4-6, Malik made strategic adjustments to her game, leveling the match by taking the second set 6-4 with determined baseline play and improved shot selection.In the deciding set, Malik quickly gained momentum, breaking Soha Ali's serve in the second game to take a 5-3 lead. However, fading light forced the match to be suspended before completion.Resuming the match the following morning, Malik remained composed and capitalized on her overnight advantage, closing out the final set 6-3 to secure her place in the semi-finals.The Ladies’ Singles semi-finals delivered high drama as both top seeds were knocked out in straight sets.In the first semi-final, unseeded Mehak Khokhar caused the tournament’s biggest upset by eliminating top seed Shiza Sajid in a well-fought encounter. Khokhar dominated the opening set 6-0 with aggressive baseline play and sharp returns. The second set was more competitive, but Khokhar held her nerve in key moments to clinch it 7-5 and secure her place in the final.In the second semi-final, Noor Malik continued her giant-killing run by overpowering 2nd seed Mahrukh Sajid. Malik displayed supreme control and confidence throughout, winning 6-3, 6-0 in a commanding performance that left no doubt about her form heading into the final.The final promises to be an exciting clash between two in-form unseeded players, Mehak Khokhar and Noor Malik, both of whom have taken down top seeds on their way to the title match.Results(21st May 2025):Men’s Singles (Quarter Finals)Mohammad Shoaib beat Barkatulllah 6-2 6-1, Yousaf Khalil beat M.Talha Khan 6-2 6-4, Muzammil Murtaza beat Sami Zeb Khan 6-1 6-0, Aqeel Khan beat Ahmad Nael Qureshi 4-6 6-3 6-1.Ladies Singles (Quarter Final)Unfinished: Noor Malik beat Soha Ali 4-6 6-4 6-3, Ladies Singles (Semi Finals)Mehak Khokhar beat Shiza Sajid 6-0 7-5, Noor Malik beat Mahrukh Sajid 6-3 6-0.Men’s Doubles (Quarter Finals)Yousaf Khalil & Barkatullah beat Kashan Tariq &* Zohaib Afzal Malik 6-1 6-3Muhammad Shoaib & Muzammil Murtaza beat Sami Zeb Khan & Huzaima A.Rehman 7-5 6-4Junior 18&Under (Pre-Quarter Finals)M.Hazik Aasim beat Razik Sultan 6-3 6-2, Abdul Basit beat Hassan Usmani 6-2 6-3, Talha Khan beat Muhammad Rayyan 6-2 6-1, Muhammad Yahya beat Sqib Ali 6-1 6-0, Muhammad Salar beat Muhammad Ali 6-3 4-0 (Retd.)Boys 14&Under (Quarter Finals)Shayaan Afridi beat Rayyan Khan Khalil 4-1 4-0, Junaid Khan beat Ibrahim Gill 4-0 4-1, Rashid Ali beat M.Faizan 4-1 4-0, Raxik Sultan beat Waqas Janas 4-2 4-0. Girls 12&Under (Semi Finals)Khadija Khalil beat Anaya Khan 4-1 4-1, Omer Shahnoor beat Zara Aidrus 4-0 4-0

 AJK outclass Bahawalpur by 8 wickets in the final of 15th editionSports Bulletin ReportPeshawar: In a thrilling finale of the 15th PBCC T-20 Blind Cricket Trophy (Grade-1), AJK triumphed over Bahawalpur with a commanding 8-wicket victory. Winning the toss, AJK elected to field first, a strategy that proved effective as they managed to restrict Bahawalpur to 225/9 in 20 oversBahawalpur’s innings was anchored by Mohammad Rashid, who scored a brisk 51 off 31 balls, with solid support from Zafar Iqbal’s 42 off 34 balls. However, AJK’s bowlers held their nerve, with captain Nisar Ali leading the attack, taking 2 vital wickets. Idrees and Amir Haroon chipped in with a wicket each.Chasing 226, AJK delivered a stellar batting performance. They reached the target on the final ball of the 20th over, finishing at 228/2. Nisar Ali, continuing his all-round brilliance, smashed an unbeaten 93 off 50 balls and was well-supported by Talha Iqbal, who contributed 64 runs from just 30 deliveries. Mohammad Ayyaz claimed the sole wicket for Bahawalpur.Final Result: AJK won by 8 wicketsMan of the Match: Nisar Ali (AJK)Venue: Hayatabad Sports Complex, The prize distribution ceremony was attended by notable dignitaries including Syed Sultan Shah (Chairman PBCC & President World Blind Cricket Ltd.), Mr. Javed Yousaf (Ex-Director Special Education, KPK), Mohammad Salman Tariq Bukhari (Director Marketing PBCC), Masood Jan (General Secretary PCCB), and Habibullah Khattak (President PCCB), who presented awards to the outstanding performers.Players of the Tournament:  B1: Riasat Khan (Abbottabad)  B2: Anees Javed (Islamabad)  B3: Sanwal Shahzada (Lahore)  Best Wicketkeeper: Faizan Khatak (Islamabad)

 Lahore(PCB Report):The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the revised schedule for the highly anticipated three-match T20I series against Bangladesh. The series will take place at Lahore’s iconic Gaddafi Stadium from 28 May to 1 June 2025. The action-packed series will kick off with the first T20I on Wednesday, 28 May, followed by the second fixture on Friday, 30 May. The third and final T20I is set to take place on Sunday, 1 June.Bangladesh are scheduled to arrive in Lahore on 25 May, with training sessions planned for 26 and 27 May to ensure optimal preparation ahead of the series. All three matches will begin at 8pm local time.The PCB looks forward to hosting Bangladesh and delivering an exciting series that promises high-quality cricket under lights at Gaddafi Stadium. 

Lahore(SBR): Lahore Qalandars have signed Bangladeshi all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz for the play-offs stage of HBL PSL 10. The 27-year-old is expected to join the squad within the next two days.Mehidy replaces Zimbabwean all-rounder Sikandar Raza, who has left the squad to fulfill national duties with Zimbabwe.Renowned for his sharp off-spin and useful contributions with the bat in the lower order, Mehidy brings valuable international experience and a competitive edge to the Qalandars’ lineup at a decisive point in the tournament.“We’re excited to welcome Mehidy Hasan Miraz to the Qalandars family,” said Sameen Rana, COO and Team Director of Lahore Qalandars. “While we will miss Sikandar’s presence, we fully support his national commitments and are confident that Mehidy will add great value as we push forward in the play-offs.”Lahore Qalandars remain focused and determined as they aim for a strong finish to their HBL PSL 10 campaign.

Islamabad (Sports Desk):The IFSC Climbing World Cup Curitiba 2025 concluded Sunday, 18 May, at the Parque Parque Olímpico do Cajuru. It was the fourth stage of the IFSC World Cup Series 2025, and the second Boulder World Cup competition of the season. A total of 103 athletes from 22 nations participated.Anraku Sorato of Japan won gold in the men’s Boulder event, securing his third World Cup gold medal in 2025 after the Boulder gold he won in Keqiao, China, and the Lead gold he won in Wujiang, China. Also on the men’s Boulder podium was France’s Mejdi Schalck, silver medal winner, and Narasaki Tomoa of Japan, bronze medal winner.The women’s Boulder event was won by France’s Naïlé Meignan, who climbed on the highest step of the World Cup podium for the first time in her career. In 2024, Meignan won bronze in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA, and silver in Prague, Czechia – both times in the Boulder discipline. Completing the women’s Boulder podium were Oriane Bertone of France in second place, and Camilla Moroni of Italy in third place.

Lahore(PR): The selection committee has named a 16-member men’s squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh, with Salman Ali Agha continuing as captain of the team.All three matches will be held at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, with the schedule set to be announced soon.The squad has been selected based on players’ performances in the ongoing HBL PSL X, which concludes on 25 May. This series also marks the first assignment for newly appointed head coach Mike Hesson. Squad:Salman Ali Agha (captain), Shadab Khan (vice-captain), Abrar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Hassan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Haris (wicket-keeper), Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Naseem Shah, Sahibzada Farhan (wicket-keeper) and Saim Ayub.

Islamabad (PR):Shifa International Hospital Islamabad defeated Feariless Fighters Rawalpindi by 37 runs in a 1st Night match of the best of three series here at Pasban Cricket Ground Rawalpindi.Shifa International Captain Ibrar Ikhlaq won the toss and elected to bat first, Shifa International hit up 258 for the loss of four wickets in the allotted 25 overs. Batsman Zohaib Satti hit a fine century 129 runs not out 73 balls with 5 six and 16 fours, while Imran Shah (69) not out and Haris (21) were their leading run-getters. Feariless Fighters Nouman (2 for 51) and Faizan (1 for 21) were the other main wicket-takers. In reply, Feariless Fighters was bowled out for 221 runs in the 24th overs, Zahid (87), Ramzan (42), Nomi (27) and Faisal 26 were their main scorers. Syed Mudassar Bukhari bowled well and claimed 4 for 26 runs in 4 overs, while Mohammad Ikram (3 for 38), Amer Sohail (1 for 26) and Taimour (1 for 27) bowled well for Shifa International. Zohaib Satti declared “Man of the Match” for his impressive Performance.

Islamabad(SBR):Top-seeded Mohammad Shoaib (PAF), along with Aqeel Khan (WAPDA), Yousaf Khalil, Barkatullah, Muzammil Murtaza, Ahmad Nael Qureshi, Sami Zeb Khan, and M. Talha Khan advanced to the quarterfinals of the 37th OGDCL Federal Cup National Ranking Tennis Championships, being held at the S. Dilawar Abbas PTF Tennis Complex, Garden Avenue, Islamabad.Fourth seed Yousaf Khalil faced a stiff challenge in his pre-quarterfinal match against wildcard entrant Ahmad Chaudhary. The opening set went down to the wire and was decided in a tiebreaker, which Khalil edged 7-5. Ahmad continued to fight hard in the second set but couldn't maintain the same intensity, eventually falling 6-4.In another pre-quarterfinal, M. Talha Khan overcame local talent M. Haziq Aasim in a three-set battle. After losing the first set 3-6, Talha bounced back strongly to take the next two sets 6-1, 6-2.Ladies Singles action saw top seed Sheeza Sajid secure a convincing 6-3, 6-4 win over Lalarukh Sajid. Mehaq Khokhar also advanced after a competitive match, defeating her opponent 6-3, 6-1. Mahrukh Sajid dominated her quarterfinal encounter, defeating Maryam Hussain in a clean sweep 6-0, 6-0, to book her place in the semifinals.In the Junior 18 & Under Singles, fifth seed Haziq Arejo rallied from a set down to beat local player Abdaar Ali in a thrilling three-set match. After losing the first set in a tiebreak 6-7(5), Arejo regrouped to claim the next two sets 6-2, 6-0.Results:Men’s Singles (Pre-Quarter Finals)Mohammad Shoaib beat Huzaima Abdul Rehman 6-1 6-3, Barkatullah beat Muhammad Yahya 6-2 6-0, Yousaf Khalil beat Ahmad Chaudhary 7-6(5) 6-4, M.Talha Khan beat M.Haziq Aasim 3-6 6-1 6-2, Sami Zeb Khan beat Saqib Hayat 7-5 6-2, Muzammil Murtaza b eat M.Huzaifa Khan 6-0 6-1, Ahmad Nael Qureshi beat Mohammad Ali 6-0 6-2, Aqeel Khan beat Mohammad Salar 6-0 (Retd.).Men’s Doubles Quarter Finals:Abdullah Adnan & Saifullah Khan beat M.Talha Khan & M.Huzaifa Khan 7-5, 4-6, 10-6.Ahmad Nael Qureshi & Saqib Hayat beat M.Hazik Aasim & Muhammad Yahya 7-6(3) 6-3. Ladies Singles (Quarter Finals)Sheeza Sajid beat Lalarukh Sajid 6-3 6-4, Mehaq Khokhar beat Zunaisha Noor 6-3 6-1, Mahrukh Sajid beat Maryam Hussain 6-0 6-0, Noor Malik Vs Soha Ali (In progress)Junior 18&Under Singles (1st Round)Hassan Usmani beat Waqas Janas 6-1 6-3, M.Talha Khan beat Mahd Mahmood 6-2 6-2, Moazzam Babar beat Mohammad Hassan 6-3 6-1, Mohammad Ali beat Zohaib Afzal Malik 6-1 6-3.Junior 18&Under Singles (2nd Round)Rayyan Khan Khalil beat Lubaid Ahmad Khan 6-1 6-2, Haziq Arejo beat Abdaar Ali 6-7(5) 6-2 6-0, Boys 14&Under Singles (Pre-Quarter Final)Junaid Khan w/o Zalan Khan, Ibrahim Gill beat Behroze Wander 4-0 4-1, Razik Sultan beat M.Mauz Hussain 4-0 4-0, Janas Waqas beat M.Suhaib Javed 4-0 4-0, Mohammad Faizan w/o M.Zohaib Amjad, Rashid Ali beat M.Shakaib 4-0 4-0, Rayaan Khalil beat Mohammad Danyal 4-0 4-0, Shayaan Afridi beat Mahd Mahmood 4-0 4-1.Girls 12&Under SinglesAnaya Khan beat Amalia Aidrus 4-0 2-0 (Retd.).