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Junior World Cup: Pakistan outclass Malaysia 7-2
Sports Bulletin ReportJohor (Malaysia): Pakistan stunned hosts Malaysia 7-2 in their opening match of the 13th Sultan of Johor Cup 2025 being played in Johor, Malaysia.Penalty corner specialist Mohammad Sufyan Khan delivered an outstanding performance, scoring three goals through penalty corners to complete a hat-trick, and was declared Man of the Match.From Pakistan’s side, Mohammad Sufyan Khan opened the scoring in the 3rd minute with a penalty corner, and added another goal in the 21st minute, also from a penalty corner. The third goal was scored by captain Abdul Hannan Shahid in the 30th minute, the fourth by Nadeem Khan in the 32nd minute, the fifth again by Mohammad Sufyan Khan in the 34th minute, the sixth by Nadeem Khan in the 44th minute, and the seventh by Hamza Fayyaz in the 52nd minute. For Malaysia, Ammar and Azeemuddin scored one goal each.Upcoming Fixtures:12 October: Great Britain vs Pakistan14 October: Pakistan vs India15 October: New Zealand vs Pakistan17 October: Pakistan vs Australia
FOOTBALL - Int News 11 Oct, 2025
Islamabad (SBR): The Pakistan National Football Team will depart for Kuwait in the wee hours of October 12 on a direct flight from Islamabad for their upcoming away fixture against Afghanistan in the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifiers.The match is scheduled to take place at the Ali Sabah Al-Salem Stadium in Ardiya, Kuwait, with kickoff set for 10:00 PM Pakistan Standard Time.In the home leg held earlier in Islamabad, Pakistan and Afghanistan played out a goalless draw, earning one point each in Group E of the qualifiers.Pakistan has been drawn in Group E, alongside Afghanistan, Myanmar and Syria.
Jahangir Khan Sports Club Celebrates World Squash Day in Karachi
Karachi (PR): Jahangir Khan Sports Club celebrated World Squash Day at its Karachi facility, bringing together players, coaches, and squash enthusiasts to honor the sport and its global community.Squash legend Jahangir Khan, the club’s founder and inspiration, shared a special message on the occasion, emphasizing the importance of unity and passion in promoting the sport. He said,We must always work together to grow squash at every level from grassroots to the professional stage and inspire the next generation to follow this great game with dedication and sportsmanship
FOOTBALL - Int News 10 Oct, 2025
Abdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: The head coach of the Pakistan national football team, Coach Nolberto Solano said that he was satisfied with the outcome of the game against Afghanistan in the contest of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifier, which ended in a 0-0 draw here at Jinnah Stadium, Pakistan Sports Complex.While talking to journalists at the post-match press conference alongside midfielder Etzaz Hussain, Solano said, “First of all, I’m pleased with the team, with all the boys. With all the small issues we had, especially with some players arriving a little late, it’s not easy. But I was very pleased with their attitude today, especially when the players came on in the second half,” Solano said.“I believe we dominated the match for most parts of the game and were an excellent team. Like the players, I’m disappointed that we couldn’t take all three points, not just because of the missed penalty, but also because we had other chances. Honestly, these guys are doing their best, and I’m proud of them. It’s not easy for these guys to travel 15, 19, or even 20 hours to arrive in Pakistan a day before the match. They didn’t have much time to train together, but I had confidence in them, he maintained.Responding to a question, Solano said, “We’ll prepare in the same way. We need to check how the boys are physically and mentally after travelling from different parts of the world. I was very impressed with most of them, especially as it was my first time seeing some of them play. We’ll build on this performance for the next match on Tuesday.”In another question, he said: “I always say the national team is never closed to anyone. All good players are welcome. As you saw today, players who haven’t played much recently came in and made a real impact. That’s what we want, competition, commitment and pride in representing Pakistan.”Midfielder Etzaz Hussain, responding to a question, said: “I have waited a long time to represent Pakistan and finally that dream has come true. Everything felt perfect today. Yes, we couldn’t secure the win, but the experience was perfect. In the second half, we showed that we can compete with Afghanistan and we will aim to do the same in the away fixture as well, he concluded.
FOOTBALL - Int News 09 Oct, 2025
Islamabad (SBR): The AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifier between Pakistan and Afghanistan ended in a goalless draw.Both teams failed to convert their chances, leaving the match evenly poised after full time.The away leg of the qualifier between Pakistan and Afghanistan will be played on October 14, 2025, in Kuwait.
ICC World Cup: Australia beat Pakistan by 107 runs
Colombo (SBR):: Australia beat Pakistan by 107 runs in the ninth fixture of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup at the R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo on Wednesday evening. This was Pakistan’s third loss in as many matches in the event. They will now take on England at the same venue on Wednesday, 15 October.After being put into bat, the defending champions struggled to score runs against Pakistan’s bowlers as they lost seven wickets for just 76 runs and were 115 for eight after Kim Garth (11, 47b) fell to Diana Baig in the 34th over. At that stage, Beth Mooney was joined by Alana King and the pair put together a record 106-run partnership for the ninth wicket.During the course of the stand, number 10 batter King brought up her maiden half-century and returned unbeaten on 51 off 49 balls, including three fours and as many sixes. The star for Australia was left-handed batter Mooney, who scored 109 off 114 balls, hitting 11 fours.For Pakistan, Nashra Sundhu was the most successful bowler, claiming three wickets for 37 runs, while Fatima Sana and Rameen Shamim picked up two wickets each.In reply, Australia’s bowlers never allowed Pakistan’s batters to settle and only Sidra Amin (35, 52b, 5x4s) managed to make a notable contribution before the side were bowled out for 114 in 36.3 overs.For Australia, Kim Garth took three wickets, while Annabel Sutherland and Megan Schutt claimed two apiece.Scores in brief:Australia 221-9, 50 overs (Beth Mooney 109, Alana King 51, Alyssa Healy 20; Nashra Sundhu 3-37, Rameen Shamim 2-29, Fatima Sana 2-49)Pakistan 114 all out, 36.3 overs (Sidra Amin 35; Kim Garth 3-14, Annabel Sutherland 2-15, Megan Schutt 2-25)Player of the match – Beth Mooney (Australia)
SPORTS NEWS - Int News 08 Oct, 2025
Dubai (PR): Indian wrestler Sangram Singh is set to make his European MMA debut at the Levels Fight League (LFL) in Amsterdam on November 2 this year 2025.Known for his unmatched discipline, resilience, and fitness-first approach, Sangram Singh is already an experienced MMA fighter, and this debut marks a significant milestone for Indian combat sports on the global stage.The Commonwealth Heavyweight Champion, Sangram Singh, will become the first Indian wrestler to compete at this level in Europe. Notably, he is also the first athlete above the age of 40 to transition from professional wrestling to MMA at this stage — a testament to his fitness, discipline, and competitive excellence.Sangram Singh’s MMA journey was shaped by his coach Bhupesh Kumar, who played a pivotal role in training and strategy during Sangram’s first MMA debut in Georgia. In that debut,Sangram Singh said: “This fight isn’t just about me, it’s about every Indian athlete who dreams of competing and excelling on the world stage. Levels Fight League gives me the opportunity to showcase my skills in Europe and proudly represent India. My goal is to inspire young fighters to dream big and prove that when heart and hard work come together, nothing is impossible.”
UAE Women’s team to play four ODIs in Papua New Guinea
Dubai (SBR): The UAE Women’s team will continue to gain more ODI exposure with a four-match away series against Papua New Guinea following their successful tour of Zimbabwe where the team drew their maiden ODI series 2-2. Prolific all-rounder Esha Oza will lead the 16-member squad. The opening match of the series will be played on Monday 13 October. The second, third and fourth ODIs will be played on 15, 17 and 19 October. All four matches will start at 9:30am local time.Amini Park, Port Moresby will be the venue for all four matches. UAE Women’s squad: Esha Oza (captain), Al Maseera Jahangir, Emily Thomas, Indhuja Nandakumar, Katie Thompson, Lavanya Keny, Mehak Thakur, Michelle Botha, Rinitha Rajith, Samaira Dharnidharka, Siya Gokhale, Sashikala Silva, Suraksha Kotte, Theertha Satish (wicketkeeper) Udeni Kuruppuarachchige and Vaishnave Mahesh. Support Staff: Subha Venkataraman (team manager), Ahmed Raza (head coach) and Merin Saji (physiotherapist). ODI series schedule:Monday, 13 October – First ODI, Amini Park, Port Moresby – 9:30amWednesday, 15 October – Second ODI, Amini Park, Port Moresby – 9:30amFriday, 17 October – Third ODI, Amini Park, Port Moresby – 9:30amSunday, 19 October – Fourth ODI, Amini Park, Port Moresby – 9:30am
ICC Player of the Month nominees for September revealed
Islamabad (Sports Desk): India’s Abhishek Sharma and Kuldeep Yadav are in contention for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for September along with Zimbabwe’s Brian Bennett, while Smriti Mandhana of India, Sidra Amin of Pakistan and Tazmin Britts of South Africa form the shortlist for the ICC Women’s Player of the Month award.Abhishek’s Player of the Series effort at the Asia Cup in the United Arab Emirates and spinner Yadav’s crucial strikes during the tournament have put them in the reckoning while Bennett is in the shortlist on the back of some strong T20I performances across different series.Mandhana was named Player of the Series in a home ODI series against Australia to emerge as a strong contender for the monthly award while Sidra and Brits were prolific in their ODI series in Pakistan to also come out strongly.Men’s shortlist:Abhishek Sharma (India)The left-handed opener scored 314 runs in seven matches at an average of 44.85 and an astounding strike-rate of 200 in the Asia Cup. His attacking batting was crucial in his team’s wins in the continental tournament, and he achieved the highest rating points ever in the ICC Men’s T20I Batting Rankings when he touched 931 at the end of the Super Fours stage of the tournament.Kuldeep Yadav (India)The left-arm wrist-spinner was the leading wicket-taker in the Asia Cup with 17 scalps in seven T20Is at an average of 9.29 and an economy rate of 6.27. The highlight for him was a haul of four for 30 in the final against Pakistan and he also grabbed four wickets in a league match against the United Arab Emirates.Brian Bennett (Zimbabwe)The 21-year-old top-order batter aggregated 497 runs in nine T20Is at an average of 55.22 and an impressive strike rate of 165.66. He was the leading run-scorer in the T20I series against Sri Lanka and Namibia before registering scores of 72, 65 and 111 in his first three innings in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Africa Qualifier.Women’s shortlistSmriti Mandhana (India)The left-handed opener struck 308 runs in four ODIs during the period, aggregating 308 runs at an average of 77 and a strike rate of 135.68. The India vice-captain had scores of 58, 117 and 125 in the home ODI series against Australia, reaching the three-figure mark off just 50 deliveries in the third match, the fastest century by an India batter.Sidra Ameen (Pakistan)Sidra was the leading run-scorer in the home ODI series against South Africa with 293 in three ODIs at an astounding average of 293 and a strike rate of 82.76. Her purple patch saw her score 121 not out, 122 and 50 not out in the three matches.Tazmin Brits (South Africa)Brits was named the Player of the Series against Pakistan even though she figured in only two of those matches. She had scores of 101 and 171 in the first two matches, both of which South Africa won to take a winning lead in the series that ended with a 2-1 scoreline
Ticket on sale: Pakistan vs South Africa
Lahore (PR): The tickets for the two-Test match series between Pakistan and South Africa will go on sale later today from 5pm. The online tickets will be available here, while physical tickets for the Test matches will be available at TCS Express Centres from Thursday, 8 October (infographic attached).The first Test will be played at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore from 12 to 16 October, while the second Test will take place at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from 20 to 24 October. Both Test matches are part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27.The tickets for six white-ball matches (three T20Is, three ODIs) will go on sale online and available at TCS Express Centres from 16 October.
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