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SPORTS NEWS - Int News 19 Apr, 2024
Florida (USA): Boca Raton Championship Wrestling (BRCW) made a triumphant comeback with the highly-awaited sequel, "BRCW Cruisin' for a Bruisin' 2," following the tremendous success of "BRCW Cruisin' for a Bruisin' 1." The event, which took place in Boca Raton, Florida, demonstrated the rising demand for professional wrestling in the area. The photographers Michael Connor and Branden Connelly photographed the incident in breathtaking detail, pictures of which are available on the official BRCW page for fans. Their efforts produced a visual feast, perfectly encapsulating the heated rivalries, gut-wrenching moves, and raw passion that define professional wrestling.To bring world-class wrestling to Boca Raton, Florida, the BRCW has played a pertinent role. It has been successful for the company to showcase the most promising up-and-coming talent from CCW2 in addition to talents that have recently performed on WWE, NXT, Impact, and AEW in the opinion of local sports critics. BRCW's introduction to the professional wrestling arena continued with the "BRCW Cruisin' for a Bruisin' 2" event. Fans are looking toward "Cruisin' for a Bruisin' 3," the upcoming installment that will air on January 30, 2025.Professional wrestling has found an exemplary role in BRCW in Boca Raton, Florida. Thanks to its dedication to displaying both well-known performers and bright young talent, BRCW has become a cherished tradition among wrestling fans. BRCW Cruisin' for a Bruisin' and other events hosted by the organization, have grown to be highly anticipated standards in the wrestling industry, bringing in large audiences and making unforgettable memories as reported by sportscasters. BRCW's success is based on its ability to successfully combine the thrill of professional wrestling with a dedication to community involvement. For those who are new to the sport or longtime fans of professional wrestling, BRCW provides an exciting and captivating experience. So tune in for more intense, high-flying BRCW wrestling action. (PR)
SQUASH - National Juniors 19 Apr, 2024
Sports Bulletin ReportKARACHI: The finals of the Jahangir Khan PSA Satellite Series 2024 will be played on Saturday here at Pakistan Navy Roshan Khan Jahangir Khan Squash Complex, as Asher Butt and Saddam-ul-Haq have confirmed their berths in the Boys’ final after winning their respective semifinals.ResultsBoys’ U15 (Semifinals)Asher Butt beat Mohammad Zaman (3-1) 9-11, 11-5, 12-10, 11-7 (37 min)Saddam ul Haq beat Mohammad Azlan Khawar (3-2) 10-12, 12-10, 11-6, 10-12, 12-10 (55 min)Boys’ U13 (Semifinals):Raheel beat Mohammad bin Atif (3-0) 11-8, 11-6, 11-5 (24 min)Huzaifa Shahid beat Mohammad Faizan (3-1) 10-12, 11-3, 11-4, 11-4 (27 min)Girls’ U15 (Semifinals):Damia beat Yyeda Sara (3-0) 11-8, 11-2, 11-3 (19 min)Sehrish Ali beat Mahnoor Ali (3-0) 11-7, 11-4, 11-8 (23 min).
National Amateur Golf: Sri Lanka pair win International Team Match
Abdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: Sri Lankan duo of golf players, Uchitha Akash Ranasinohi, and M H Chalipha Pushpika have won the International Team Match of the 63rd National Amateur Golf Championship 2024 after exhibiting excellent skills of the game here at the Margallah Green Golf Club (MGGC) on Friday.Uchitha Akash Ranasinohi and M H Chalipha Pushpika were a joint score of 293 while runner-up Pakistan A team that was consisted of Arsalan Shikoh Khan and Nouman Ilyas managed 313 at the end of the day. Pakistan B team remained third represented by Qasim Ali Khan, and Salman Jehangir.Federal Golf Association (PGA) A team, Ralfee Aslam Raja, Mohammad Israr, Mohammad Imran Rana, Omer Ijaz, have won the Inter Association’s Amateure Men’s Match final while the Punjab Golf Association A team got second position. Inter Association’s Senior Amateure Men’s title was lifted by Punjab Golf Association, as the winning team was comprised of Saradar Murad Khan, Mohammad Asim Tiwina, Tariq Mehmood, Mohammad Nasir Irshad.
WCL Surpassing $100K in Ticket Sales on Opening Day
Sports Bulletin ReportEdgbaston (UK): The World Championship of Legends has achieved an extraordinary milestone by surpassing worth 100K USD in ticket sales on its inaugural day, setting a new standard in the world of cricket.Firstly, the championship has received the prestigious approval of a Test Playing Nation, notably the England Cricket Board, establishing the Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham as its distinguished home. This endorsement has not only added prestige but also credibility to the championship, setting it apart from others in its category.One of the major highlights driving ticket sales is the highly anticipated clash between cricketing powerhouses India and Pakistan. This legendary rivalry has captured the imagination of fans globally, promising an electrifying atmosphere and unparalleled competition on the field.Furthermore, the championship boasts the largest pool of cricketers, including iconic names like Yuvraj Singh, Harbhajan Singh, Suresh Raina, Brett Lee, Shahid Afridi, Kevin Pietersen, Ian Bell, Jacques Kallis, Darren Sammy, and many others. This star-studded lineup promises high-quality cricket and unforgettable performances on the field.
FOOTBALL - National 19 Apr, 2024
Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: The Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) announced on Friday that the postponement PFF National Women's Football Championship 2024 has been postponed, originally scheduled to kick-off on May 5, 2024 in Karachi.According to an official of PFF, the decision comes in response to feedback from representatives of various clubs, who expressed concerns regarding potential clashes between the championship schedule and the academic commitments of their players.In light of these considerations, the PFF has made the difficult but necessary decision to postpone the event. However, the revised schedule for the National Women's Football Championship 2024 will be announced in due course, following further consultation with club representatives and careful consideration of all relevant factors.
Jahangir Khan PSA Satellite Series: Basit claims thrilling win 3-2
Sports Bulletin ReportKARACHI: Abdul Basit registered a thrilling 3-2 victory against Wajiullah with the score-line of 9-11, 12-10, 4-11, 11-9, and 11-6 in gthe ongoing Jahangir Khan PSA Satellite Series 2024 here at Pakistan Navy Roshan Khan Jahangir Khan squash complex on Thursday.Results (Round-2):Mohammad Azlan Khawar beat Cavish (3-0) 11-5, 11-4, 11-6 (20 min)Usman Nadeem Butt beat Hashir kifayat (3-0) 11-5, 11-5, 11-2 (18 min)Saddam ul Haq beat Hikmat yar Khan (3-1) 14-12, 7-11, 11-5, 13-11 (39 min)Anas Khan beat Zuhaib Ali Hassan (3-0) 11-6, 13-11, 11-8 (22 min)Abdul Qadir beat Mohammad Babar (3-1) 11-7, 9-11, 11-6, 11-9 (37 min)Asher Butt beat Mutahir Ali (3-1) 11-8, 7-11, 11-9, 11-9 (39 min)Mohammad Zaman beat Talha bin Zubair (3-1) 11-5, 9-11, 11-3, 12-10 (28 min)Abdul Basit beat Wajiullah (3-2) 9-11, 12-10, 4-11, 11-9, 11-6 (46 min)Results (Men’s Quarterfinals): Asher Butt beat Abdul Qadir (3-1) 13-15, 11-8, 11-7, 11-2 (32 min)Mohammad Zaman beat Abdul Basit (3-0) 14-12, 11-8, 12-10 (32 min)Saddam ul Haq beat Anas Khan (3-1) 11-9, 11-4, 9-11, 11-2 (29 min)Azlan Khawar beat Usman Nadeem Butt (3-1) 11-9, 11-5, 6-11, 12-10 (40 min)Girls’ U13 (Round-1):Sehrish Khan beat Aaisha Shahid (3-0) 11-5, 11-6, 11-8 (18 mins)Aima Fawad beat Zoha Khan (3-0) 11-1, 11-1, 11-3 (9 mins)Mahnoor Ali beat Soha Ali (3-0) 11-8, 11-6, 11-6 (20 mins)Syeda Sarah Ali beat Minal Ali (3-0) 11-7, 11-6, 11-7 (17 mins)Dua Nazakat beat Hamna Moazzam (3-0) 11-7, 11-7, 11-5 (12 mins)Nimra Batool beat Sundas Jahangir (3-0) 11-3, 11-3, 11-7 (12 mins)Damia Khan beat Ayesha Jahangir (3-0) 11-3, 11-7, 11-4 (21 mins)Aiman Fatima beat Vesnavi (3-0) 11-4, 11-5, 9-11, 6-11, 11-6 (30 mins)Girls’ U15 (Quarterfinals):Sehrish Ali beat Aiman Fatima (3-0) 11-7, 11-5, 11-5 (19 mins)Mahnoor Ali beat Aiman Fawad (3-0) 11-7, 11-8, 11-7 (23 mins)Syeda Sarah Ali beat Dua Nazakat (3-0) 11-9, 11-5, 11-5 (21 mins)Damia Khan beat Nimra Batool (3-1) 11-7, 11-8, 9-11, 11-7 (30 mins)Boys’ U13 (Round-1):Faizan Ali beat Wajahat (3-0) 11-7, 11-8, 11-9 (21 mins)Daim Ayan beat Mohammad Ali Shaikh (3-0) 11-8, 13-11, 11-7 (23 mins)Huzaifa Shahid beat Zubair Ali (3-0) 11-6, 11-5, 11-4 (12 mins)Raheel Masi beat Ali Jahangir (3-0) 12-10, 11-8, 11-5 (18 mins)Sudais got w/o against Saif SaadAbdul Rehman beat Luqman Ahmed (3-0) 11-7, 11-7, 11-0 (18 mins)Mohammad bin Atif beat Sahil (3-0) 11-9, 11-4, 11-5(16 mins)Tahoor Tahir beat Hadi Khan (3-0) 11-6, 11-5, 11-7 (25mins)Boys’ U13 (Quarterfinals):Faizan Ali beat Dain Ayyan (3-0) 11-6, 11-7, 11-7 (21 mins)Huzaifa Shahid beat Tahoor Tahir (3-0) 11-9, 11-8, 11-9 (30 mins)Raheel Masi beat Sudais Paracha (3-0) 11-7, 11-7, 11-6 (26 mins)Mohammad bin Atif beat Rehman (3-0) 11-6, 11-5, 11-5 (16 mins).
CFP makes efforts to take the game to a peak in Pakistan
PESHAWAR (PR): Chess, often dubbed the "game of kings," boasts a rich history that transcends borders and generations. Originating from ancient India as "Chaturanga," the game evolved through the Islamic Golden Age and eventually reached Europe, where it underwent significant transformations to become the modern chess we know today.Pakistan, with its rich cultural tapestry, embraced chess as both a recreational activity and a sport. The Chess Federation of Pakistan (CFP) was established to propagate the game nationwide, with individuals like Omar Khan playing pivotal roles in its promotion.Despite facing numerous challenges, Omar Khan spearheaded the promotion of chess in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). Limited resources, infrastructure deficits, and cultural barriers posed formidable obstacles, but Khan's unwavering dedication enabled gradual progress.Under Omer Khan's leadership, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chess Association witnessed significant development. Outreach programs, establishment of chess clubs in educational institutions, and the organization of prestigious tournaments contributed to showcasing the region's talent.Omer Khan's achievements, both as a player and an organizer, have earned him widespread recognition and respect. His relentless efforts in promoting chess serve as an inspiration to aspiring players, highlighting the game's capacity for intellectual development and cultural exchange.The history of chess in Pakistan mirrors its cultural heritage, intertwined with the tireless efforts of individuals like Omar Khan. As chess continues to flourish in the country, it underscores the enduring appeal and universal significance of this timeless game of strategy and skill.
Blind Cricket Trophy National One-day Tournament to start on April 20
Sports Bulletin ReportPESHAWAR: The A.S. Ali Blind Cricket Trophy 2023-24 One-Day Cricket Tournamnet will start on April 20 in Peshawar, as Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) will take on Islamabad on the opening fixture of 6-team competition here at Hayyat Abad Sports Complex on Saturday.According to an official of Pakistan Blind Cricket Council (PBCC), the tournament is set to take place in Peshawar from April 20 to 25, 2024, with the sponosporship of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) Sports Department. Five provincial teams including Sindh, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, and Islamabad will compete for the title, showcasing their exceptional skills and determination on the cricket field.Nisar Ali will be the captain the Islamabad Team, Mohsin Khan will lead Punjab, Badar Munir will be skipper Sindh, Naimat Ullah will lead Balochistan, while Sanauallah Marwat will be captain of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.The tournament will kick off with two exhilarating matches on the opening day. The first match will see KPK facing off against Islamabad at the Hayatabad Sports Complex, while Punjab will take on Sindh at the Peshawar Gymkhana Cricket Ground.Participating Teams: Islamabad, KPK, Punjab, Balochistan, SindhSchedule20-04-2024: Islamabad Vs KPK at Hayyat Abad Sports Complex, PeshawarPunjab Vs Sindh Peshawar Gymkhana Ground, Peshawar21-04-2024:Balochistan Vs Punjab Hayyat Abad Sports Complex, PeshawarSindh Vs Islamabad Peshawar Gymkhana Ground, Peshawar22-04-2024:Sindh Vs Balochistan Hayyat Abad Sports Complex, Peshawar Punjab Vs KPK Peshawar Gymkhana Ground, Peshawar23-04-2024:Punjab Vs Islamabad Hayyat Abad Sports Complex, PeshawarBalochistan Vs KPK Peshawar Gymkhana Ground, Peshawar24-04-2024:KPK Vs Sindh Hayyat Abad Sports Complex, Peshawar PunjabIslamabad Vs Balochistan Peshawar Gymkhana Ground, Peshawar25-04-2024: (Final between Two Top Teams)
West Indies Women crush Pakistan Women by 113 runs
Hayley plays her career-best 140 runs innings to give West Indies a winning start in KarachiSports Bulletin ReportKARACHI: A career-best 140 not out by Hayley Matthews gave the West Indies Women a 113-run winning start in the three-match ICC Women’s Championship 2022-2025 fixture against Pakistan Women at the National Bank Stadium on Thursday.The 26-year-old from Barbados struck 15 fours and a six in a 150-ball innings to guide her side to 269 for eight after the visitors had elected to bat first. Matthews then demonstrated her skills with the ball to cap a fine day in the office by grabbing three wickets for 17 runs in six overs as the home team was bowled out for 156 in 35.5 overs.This was Matthews’s fifth career century in 81 matches and came from 125 balls with nine fours and a six. She had earlier reached her half-century from 57 balls with six fours and a six.Hayley put on 102 runs for the second wicket with Shemaine Campbelle (45, 71b, 4x4) after Sadia Iqbal had dismissed Rashada Williams in the third over of the innings. After the West Indies slipped from 103 for one to 138 for four, Hayley added 40 runs for the fifth wicket with Chinelle Henry (23, 23b, 2x4, 1x6).It was Hayley’s brilliance that allowed the West Indies to collect 77 runs in the last 10 overs, including 49 runs off the last 30 balls.In their turn at the wicket, Pakistan Women were left chasing the game from the very start when they plummeted to 65 for four, which soon became 100 for six. They were eventually dismissed for 156, thanks to 23-ball 25 by Tuba Hassan.From the top order, only opener Muneeba Ali (22, 33b, 1x4) and Nida Dar (19, 27b, 3x4) offered some resistance against all the accurate West Indies bowlers. Apart from Matthews, Afy Fisher and Zaida James picked up two wickets apiece, conceding 14 and 19 runs, respectively.
Jahangir Khan PSA Satellite Squash Series starts in Karachi
Sports Bulletin ReportKARACHI: The Jahangir Khan PSA Satellite Series 2024, presented by Friends of Pakistan Squash Championship, kicked off Wednesday at the Pakistan Navy Roshan Khan Jahangir Khan Squash Complex in Karachi. This prestigious event marks a significant addition to the squash calendar, featuring promising talents from across the nation vying for a substantial prize pool. The opening round showcased intense matchups with players demonstrating high skill levels and competitive spirit. Notable among the day’s games was Usman Nadeem Butt’s hard-fought victory over Shahzad Khan, with the match extending to a gripping 35 minutes before Butt clinched a 3-1 win. In other matches of the first round, Saddam ul Haq beat M Ali 3-1, Hikmat Yar Khan beat Fareed Sheikh 3-0, Hashir Kifayat beat Qasim Noorani 3-0, Zuhaib Ali Hassan beat Meer Ahmed 3-0, Anas Khan beat Talha Saeed 3-0, M Azlan Khawar beat Naveed Ur Rehman 3-0, Cavish Farrukh beat Ch Nasir 3-0, Mutahir Ali beat Usman Tahir 3-0, Abdul Basit beat M Ahmed 3-1, Wajiullah beat Nawab Shah 3-0. The championship boasts a total prize money of PKR 500,000, divided among different categories: PKR 300,000 for the men's PSA Satellite, PKR 100,000 for the girls U-15, and PKR 100,000 for boys U-13, highlighting the event's commitment to nurturing young talent. Participants and spectators alike praised Jahangir Khan for his role in organizing the event, which not only enhances the local squash scene but also provides a platform for emerging players to showcase their abilities. The second round for the PSA Men’s category, along with the girls U-15 and boys U-13, is scheduled to continue on Thursday, April 18, at 10 am.
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