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T-20 Blind Cricket Trophy: Peshawar clinch win
Peshawar(PR):Lahore won the toss and opted to bat first, setting a formidable target of 230 for 5 in their allotted 20 overs. Sanwal Shahzada led the charge with an explosive 139 off just 75 deliveries, while Aftab provided solid support with 48 off 39. Mohsin Khan was the pick of the bowlers for Peshawar, claiming 2 wickets.In reply, Peshawar mounted a remarkable run chase, reaching the target in just 17.4 overs. Star batter Sanaullah Khan once again delivered a match-winning performance, remaining unbeaten on 137 off 65 balls. He was ably supported by Mohsin Khan, who contributed a quickfire 33 off 13 deliveries to seal the emphatic win.Result: Peshawar won by 8 wickets.Man of the Match: Sanaullah Khan.Match 6: Islamabad vs BahawalpurVenue: Mir Awais Cricket Ground, Peshawar Bahawalpur won the toss and elected to field first in their clash against Islamabad. The Islamabad batting lineup posted a respectable total of 182 for 5, thanks to a commanding 87 off 54 balls by Anees Javed and a steady 42 off 40 from Matiullah. Babar Ali was the standout bowler for Bahawalpur, picking up 2 wickets.Chasing 183 for victory, Bahawalpur reached the target in 18.1 overs with five wickets in hand. Muhammad Rashid starred with the bat, hammering an unbeaten 108 off 60 deliveries in a match-winning performance. He was well supported by Babar Ali, who chipped in with a valuable 21 off 16 balls. For Islamabad, Matiullah picked up 2 wickets, while Sayyam, Anees, and Akmal took one apiece.Result: Bahawalpur won by 5 Wickets.Man of the Match: Muhammad RashidMatch 7: Multan vs AJKVenue: Gymkhana Cricket Ground Peshawar.Multan won the toss and opted to bat first, posting a competitive total of 187 for 4. Key contributions came from M. Yousaf, who scored a composed 66 off 45 balls, and Safder, who added a rapid 39 off just 17 deliveries. Talha and Kamran picked up a wicket apiece for AJK.In response, AJK chased down the target in a blistering 10.2 overs, losing only two wickets. Kamran Akhter delivered a sensational unbeaten knock of 89 from just 29 balls, well supported by Nisar Ali, who smashed 78 off 29. Ghulam Akbar and Mohammad Shahbaz took one wicket each for Multan, but their efforts were in vain against the dominant AJK batting display.Result: AJK won by 8 wicketsMan of the Match: Kamran AkhterMatch 8: Abbottabad vs OkaraVenue: Mir Awais Cricket Ground, Peshawar Abbottabad won the toss and elected to bat first, setting a solid total of 187 for 5 in their allotted 20 overs. Riasat Khan led the charge with a commanding 92 off 64 balls, while Naeemullah added a valuable 62 off 47 deliveries. For Okara, Shahzad Akram picked up 2 wickets and Irfan claimed one.In response, Okara chased down the target in just 13.2 overs, losing only three wickets. Faseeh Ullah starred with a blistering 81 off 41 balls, while Umer Draz provided strong support with 61 off 29. M. Sabir and Arslan Rasheed managed to take a wicket each, but it wasn't enough to slow Okara’s powerful batting display.Result: Okara won by 7 wickets.Man of the Match: Faseeh Ullah.
Match 27: Karachi Kings beat Peshawar Zalmi by 23 runs
Rawalpindi(Sports Bulletin Report):David Warner and James Vince’s mammoth 162-run stand helped Karachi Kings to a 23-run triumph over Peshawar Zalmi, which also ensured their place in the playoffs in the 27th HBL PSL X match here at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Saturday night.Karachi Kings defended the 237-run total – their highest ever score in HBL PSL bettering the 236-6 against Multan Sultans earlier this season, as they restricted Peshawar Zalmi to 214-5 in the allotted 20 overs.With this result, along with Kings, Islamabad United too have qualified for the playoffs making Sunday’s Zalmi versus Lahore Qalandars contest a virtual knockout game.After Zalmi elected to bowl first, Luke Wood inflicted the first ball blow removing Ben McDermott for a golden duck. Warner and Vince then took charge ransacking 57 runs off the Powerplay consigning Ali Raza’s 4th and Ahmed Daniyal’s 5th over for 12 and 18 runs, respectively.James Vince, who also crossed the 12,000 T20 runs landmark during the outing, brought up his half-century off 29 balls in the 10th over as Kings notched 100 runs by the halfway mark.In the next five overs the duo collected 62 runs, while Vince’s 42-ball stay, which yielded 72 runs with the help of 11 fours and one six, came to end courtesy Ali Raza at the end of 15th over. Vince, with 366 runs to his name in nine games, has also become the Hanif Mohammad cap holder overtaking Mohammad Rizwan.In the following over Luke Wood removed Mohammad Irfan Khan for a three-ball two before Arif Yaqoob brought an end to player of the match Warner’s 49-ball 86-run outing, which included 11 fours and two sixes.Khushdil Shah, who walked in to bat at 165-3 in the 16th over, bludgeoned four fours and three sixes to remain unbeaten for 43 off just 15 balls, while Mohammad Nabi struck three sixes and one four in his 10-ball 26 not out as the duo belted 72 runs in the last four overs.For Zalmi, Luke Wood returned economical figures of 4-0-19-2.In turn, Peshawar Zalmi’s spirited reply was highlighted by Babar Azam’s blitzy 94 off 49 balls as he set the tone for the chase with a 77-run second-wicket stand with Saim Ayub (47, 31b, 5x4s, 2x6s) after Mohammad Haris departed in the third over.The budding partnership between Babar and Saim was broken by the Fazal Mahmood cap holder Mohammad Abbas Afridi (17 wickets) in the 11th over with 107 runs on the board.Tom Kohler-Cadmore (20, 15b, 1x6) partnered with Babar for a 33-ball 62-run stand in which the latter clubbed three fours and as many sixes out of his total of 10 fours and four sixes.With Zalmi requiring 69 off the last four overs, Kings managed to eke out three wickets in a space of 11 balls across the 17th and 18th overs including running out Babar Azam.Maaz Sadaqat (19 not out, 8b, 2x4s, 1x6) and Hussain Talat’s (12, 6b, 2x4s) four fours and one six in the subsequent overs wasn’t enough as their team fell 23 runs short. For Kings, Abbas Afridi picked up 2-48, while Hasan Ali and Mir Hamza dismissed one batter each. Scores in briefMatch 27: Karachi Kings beat Peshawar Zalmi by 23 runs at the Rawalpindi Cricket StadiumKarachi Kings 237-4, 20 overs (David Warner 86, James Vince 72, Khushdil Shah 43 not out, Mohammad Nabi 26 not out; Luke Wood 2-19)Peshawar Zalmi 214-5, 20 overs (Babar Azam 94, Saim Ayub 47, Tom Kohler-Cadmore 20, Maaz Sadaqat 19 not out; Mohammad Abbas Afridi 2-48)Player of the match – David Warner (Karachi Kings)Sunday’s fixtures:Multan Sultans v Quetta Gladiators at Rawalpindi Stadium; 3pm PKTPeshawar Zalmi v Lahore Qalandars at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium; 8pm PKT
SPORTS NEWS - National 17 May, 2025
Rawalpindi(Sports Bulletin Report):The Pakistan Cricket Board has officially announced the dedication of the Pakistan Super League to the valiant Armed Forces of Pakistan.In a statement they said that We proudly dedicate the Pakistan Super League to our brave Armed Forces who continue to safeguard the nation's integrity with courage and commitment.According to the PCB, today’s matches and ceremonies will honor the Pakistan Army, while tomorrow will be dedicated to the Pakistan Navy, and Monday to the Pakistan Air Force.The decision has been widely welcomed by fans and the cricketing community as a tribute to the sacrifices and unwavering service of the Armed Forces.
PBCC T-20 Blind Cricket Trophy 2025 (Grade-1) starts in Peshawar
Islamabad (Sports Desk):The 15th edition of the PBCC T-20 Blind Cricket Trophy (Grade-1) began today in Peshawar.Match 1: islamabad vs Okara Venue: Gymkhana Cricket Ground Peshawar The first match of the event was played between Islamabad and Okara. Islamabad won the toss and opted to bat first. They posted a massive total of 295/3 in 20 overs, led by Anees Javed (127 off 51) and Akmal Hayyat (50 off 29). Muhammad Irfan took 1 wicket for Okara.In response, Okara managed 227/5. Umer Draz top-scored with 72 off 52 balls. Sayyam starred with the ball, claiming 3 wickets.Result: Islamabad won by 68 runsMan of the Match: Anees JavedMatch 2: Peshawar vs MultanVenue: Mir Awais Cricket Ground, Peshawar Peshawar won the toss and chose to bat first. They posted a mammoth 259/2, thanks to a blistering 153 off 67 balls by Sanaullah and 47 off 23 by Mohsin Khan. Hafiz Farhan took 1 wicket.Multan replied with 208/6, with Muhammad Safder scoring 135 off 69. Peshawar’s bowlers Mohsin, Saifullah, Junaid and Sanaullah each took 1 wicket.Result: Peshawar won by 51 runsMan of the Match: Sana UllahMatch 3: Abbottabad vs Bahawalpur Venue: Gymkhana Cricket Ground Peshawar.Abbottabad won the toss and chose to bat. They scored 149/8, with contributions from Naeem Ullah (39 off 25) and Asnaad Khan (24 off 30). Mohammad Zafar and Malik Mujahid claimed 2 wickets each, while Mohammad Rashid took 1.Bahawalpur chased down the target in just 9.2 overs without losing a wicket. Moeen Aslam played a brilliant unbeaten knock of 96 off 34 balls, supported by Mohammad Rashid (55 off 22).Result: Bahawalpur won by 10 wicketsMan of the Match: Moeen AslamMatch 4: Lahore vs AJKVenue: Mir Awais Cricket Ground, Peshawar Lahore won the toss and elected to bat first. They posted a competitive total of 224 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in 20 overs, with Sanwal Shahzada top-scoring with 127 off 67 balls, while Samiullah contributed 29 runs off 16 balls. Kamran Akhter and Habib Taj took one wicket each for AJK.In reply, AJK were restricted to 201 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Kamran Akhter was the top scorer with 45 off 22 balls, and Muhammad Ali Jahangir added 30 off 20 balls. Abdul Shakoor took 2 wickets, while Karamat and Ibrar Shirazi claimed one wicket each.Result: Lahore won by 23 runs.Man of the Match: Sanwal Shahzada
Federal Cup 2025: 8 players qualify for main round
Islamabad(SBR):Jabir Ali, Mohammad Taha Khizer, Ahmad Waqar, Mohammad Zohaib Afzal Malik, Mohammad Umer Javed, Kamran Khan, Hisashi Izumi and Mohammad Rayyan qualified for the main draw of men’s singles by winning their respective matches on the opening day of 37th OGDCL Federal Cup National Ranking Tennis Championships 2025, at S. Dilawar Abbas PTF Tennis Complex Islamabad.A total number of 32 matches were decided on the qualifying day. 24 players were accepted directly into the main draw as per PTF National Ranking whereas 8 qualifiers completed the draw of 32. The draw of Men’s Singles was taken out after the completion of final round of qualifying event and the top eight seed are:Mohammad Soahib (PAF), Aqeel Khan (WAPDA), Muzammil Murtaza (Army), Yousaf Khalil (PAF), Barkatullah (Police), Abdullah Adnan (Army), Zami Zeb Khan (WAPDA) and Ahmad Nael Qureshi. The Draw of Men’s Singles and Boys U-18 Singles, Boys 14&U Singles and Ladies Singles were taken out by Muhammad Arif Qureshi, ITF White Badge Referee in the presence of the players. The main draw matches of Men’s Singles, Boys 14&Under, Junior 18&Under and Ladies Singles will be played on Monday 19th May 2025 at 9:00 AM, whereas Ladies Singles will be played on Clay Surface as per the special request of the Pakistan Tennis Federation.Results(Day-1):Men’s Singles Qualifying (1st Round)Gibran-ul-Haq beat Fahim Omer 6-0, Mohammad Taha Khazir beat Mohammad Umer 6-2, Kaleem Zeb beat Aziz 6-0, Mohammad Ubaida Bin Ilyas beat Anmol Ahmed 6-2, Hisashi Isumi beat Hammas Ali Abbasi 6-0.Men’s Singles Qualifying (2nd Round)Jabir Ali beat Basir Afridi 6-0, Gibran-ul-Haq beat Dr. Wahid Ali 6-1, M.Taha Khizer beat Adnan Rasheed 6-4, Adil Farooq beat <Abubakar Qureshi 6-0, Waqar Ahmed beat Abdul Rehman 6-1, Abdaar Ali beat Hamid Rafique 6-2, M.Zohaib Afzal beat MUbain Bin Ilyas 6-2, Kamran Khan beat Kamran Nisar 6-2, Mustansir Ali Khan beat Mjunir Alam 6-4, Hisashi Izumi beat Mujahid Zeb Khan 6-2, Aqil Khan beat Ahmad Murad 6-0.Men’s Singles Qualifying (Final Round)Jabir Ali beat Gibran-ul-Haq 6-4, Ahmad Waqar beat Adil Farooq 6-1, M.Zohaib Malik beat Abdaar Ali 6-1, M.Umer Javed beat Lubaid Ahmed Khan 7-6(1), Kamran Khan beat Shahbaz 6-0, Hisashi Izumi beat Mustansir Ali Khan 6-0, M.Rayyan beat Aqil Khan 6-3.
WEIGHTLIFTING - Int News 17 May, 2025
Islamabad(SBR)The inaugural Asian Masters Weightlifting Championship will begin on May 27 in Doha, Qatar. A 10-member Pakistan team, led by the President of the Pakistan Masters Weightlifting Association, Arshad Khan Turk, will participate in the event. For the first time, women athletes will also take part in the championship. On this occasion, under the chairpersonship of Davis Afirman (Chairperson, International Weightlifting Association) and Mohammad Kabiri (President, Asian Masters Weightlifting Association), the South Asian Weightlifting Association will also be established. Arshad Khan Turk is a candidate for the presidency of the South Asian Masters Weightlifting Association, while India will nominate a candidate for General Secretary. His success will be a significant honor for Pakistan, and if elected, the Secretariat of the South Asian Masters Weightlifting Association will be established in Islamabad, which will further promote weightlifting in the country.This championship, being held from May 27 to 31 in Doha, will feature both male and female athletes for the first time. After a long period of limited representation since 1990, it is a proud moment for Balochistan as Abdul Razzaq (52kg) represented Pakistan in the Asian Games in Beijing. For the first time in the history of Asian weightlifting since Pakistan's independence, female master lifters who are triple national gold medalists and record holders will represent the country. Four master male lifters from Balochistan have been selected for this historic championship.The 10-member Pakistan Masters team, including three women athletes, consists of Women Lifters, Neelam Riaz, Nadia Masood, Saibel SohailMen Lifters, Rashid Khan, Abdul Malik, Kashif Rehan, Muhammad Iqbal, and others. Officials, Team Leader Arshad Khan Turk, Team Manager Syed Masroor Zaidi, and Assistant Manager Umar Javed.Arshad Khan Turk expressed complete satisfaction with the performance of the national male and female masters weightlifters and stated that the presence of 25 players and officials from Pakistan will raise the national flag high and bring home gold medals.
TENNIS - Local News 15 May, 2025
Hyderabad(SBR):Hyderabad Tennis Association under the auspices of Sindh Tennis Association will organize 12th Dr. Essa Lab Sindh Ranking tennis Championship from 31st May to 4th June at the hard courts of Hyderabad Gymkhana,Dr. Essa Laboratory & Diagnostic Center is the Sponsor of this prestigious annual championship.Championship will consist of Men’s Singles. Ladies Singles, Juniors Under 17 Singles, Boys/ Girls Under 13 Singles , 45 Plus Doubles and Wheelchair Tennis Men’s & Ladies Singles events. ( Players can enter only in one event.) All out station players will get both way economy class railway fare.TPIN registration / Annual fee, is mandatory to take part in this Sindh Ranking tournament.In kind rewards shall be given to all winners & Runners up as per STA rules. Last date of entry is 28th May .Entries can be sent to Rafi Derbari , Secretary Hyderabad Tennis Association at Whatsapp number 0300 9379926 or to Mohammad Khalid Rehmani, ( Referee),at whatsApp number 0300 3607209.
PSL-X: All Rounder Shakib Al Hasan joins Lahore Qalandars
Lahore(SBR): Lahore Qalandars have confirmed the inclusion of Bangladesh’s legendary all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan for the remainder of the HBL Pakistan Super League Season 10. He will join he squad on May 17 in Islamabad.Shakib, widely regarded as one of Bangladesh's greatest cricketers, boasts an exceptional T20 record with 7,438 runs and 492 wickets, including career-best bowling figures of 6 for 6. A proven performer in T20 leagues around the world, his arrival is expected to strengthen Lahore Qalandars’ depth and balance as the team approaches the final stages of the group round.Shakib replaces Daryl Mitchell, who is unavailable due to a hand injury sustained during his last over against Karachi Kings on May 4. He got a blow on his left hand in 14.2 overs in Gaddafi Stadium in a rain-effected contest.Expressing his excitement about joining the side, Shakib Al Hasan said: “I’m really happy to join Lahore Qalandars for the ongoing PSL season. We’re at a crucial stage of the competition where every game counts. It’s a tournament I’ve always enjoyed watching, and now I’m looking forward to contributing on the field. Qalandars have great fans and a strong team spirit, and I’m excited to be a part of the group as we push for a strong finish.”Sameen Rana, Team Director of Lahore Qalandars, welcomed the addition: “I’m excited to welcome Shakib to the Lahore Qalandars family. His experience, skill, and all-round ability make him a valuable addition, especially at this important stage of the tournament. His presence will add depth to our squad, and we’re confident he’ll have a strong impact both on and off the field.
Mohammad Waseem to lead UAE in two-match T20I series against Bangladesh
Dubai(SBR): Seasoned opening batter Mohammad Waseem will lead the 15-member UAE squad for the two-match T20I series against Bangladesh which will be staged at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. The matches will be played on Saturday, 17 May and Monday, 19 May – 7:00pm local time. Squad: Mohammad Waseem (captain), Alishan Sharafu, Aryansh Sharma, Asif Khan, Dhruv Parashar, Ethan D’ Souza, Haider Ali, Matiullah Khan, Mohammad Jawadullah, Mohammad Zohaib, Mohammad Zuhaib, Rahul Chopra, Saghir Khan, Sanchit Sharma and Simranjeet Singh. scheduleSaturday, 17 May, 1st T20I – 7:00pm Sharjah Cricket StadiumMonday, 19 May, 2nd T20I – 7:00pm Sharjah Cricket Stadium.
CLIMBING - Int News 14 May, 2025
Islamabad (Sports Desk):The International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) appointed Piero Rebaudengo as its new Secretary General, with immediate effect. He succeeds Debra Gawrych, who previously held the position.Rebaudengo has served as the IFSC’s General Director since December 2019, a role in which he has demonstrated a strong commitment to the development and governance of sport climbing. With this new appointment, he brings continuity, expertise, and strategic insight to a pivotal leadership position within the organisation.His appointment marks a significant step in the IFSC’s continued efforts to strengthen its institutional framework and align with the best practices promoted by the International Olympic Committee and the Association of Summer Olympic International Federations.As outlined in the IFSC Statutes, the Secretary General plays a crucial role in consolidating coordination within the IFSC structure. Mr Rebaudengo will support the Executive Board and administration in implementing the Federation’s strategic priorities, further enhancing efficiency and cohesion across all levels of the organisation.Just over three years ahead of the 34th Olympic Games in Los Angeles—where Climbing will feature six medal events for the first time—it’s worth noting that the new Secretary General already has a special connection to the host city and Long Beach area, one forged on an Olympic podium with the Italian volleyball team nearly four decades ago.The IFSC congratulates Rebaudengo on his appointment and looks forward to this exciting new chapter under his leadership.
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