Lahore (SBR): In a groundbreaking step toward gender equality in sports, the newly elected leadership of the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) has appointed Arooj Butt as the Team Manager of the Pakistan Men’s U-17 National Team. This historic appointment makes her the first woman in the country’s football history to hold such a key position at both national and international levels.Arooj Butt, who has been actively working with PFF since 2022 as Safeguarding Officer, holds multiple certifications in child safeguarding and welfare from FIFA, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), and the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF).With this appointment, PFF is sending a strong message: women have a place at every level of the game, from the field to the boardroom.The initiative closely aligns with FIFA’s global objectives, especially its commitment to human rights, anti-discrimination and the inclusion of women in football governance, as outlined in Article 3 of the FIFA Statutes. FIFA’s 2016 reforms also emphasized the importance of women’s full participation in shaping the future of the sport.On the occasion, PFF President Syed Mohsen Gilani said: I am proud to see women taking managerial role in the history of Pakistan football. We believe her presence will inspire more women to take up key roles in football.

Islamabad (SBR):Ladies singles and Deaf Men singles competitions of Azadi Cup Tenpin Bowling Championship concluded at leisure City Bowling Club,Safa Gold, F-7 Markaz, Islamabad.Maryam and Wajid lifted ladies and deaf titles of Azadi Cup Tenpin Bowling Championship, respectively.While Rana Azam Khan got 2nd position in Deaf Men singles and Noor bagged 2nd position in the Ladies singles.President, Pakistan Tenpin Bowling Federation, Ijaz Ur Rehman and a large number of peoples were also present on the occasion.Results Deaf Men singles; Wajid Ali got first position with 190 points, Rana Azam khan secured 2nd position with166 points, Umer Farooq obtained 3rd position with 166 points and Nasir received 4th position with 156 points.Results Women singles;Maryam bagged first position with273 points, Noor obtained 2nd position with 222 points, Shaista obtained 3rd position with201points and Mehr Noor got 4th position with 183 points. Players from all over the country are taking part in the Championship. The Championship is being played under the auspices of Pakistan Tenpin Bowling Federation. The Championship will continue till August 14.

Islamabad (Sports Desk): Women’s football has enjoyed an action-packed two months, with continental competitions causing a shake-up in the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking. England retained their European title by seeing off the challenge of Spain, Brazil successfully defended their South American crown, and the Solomon Islands took full advantage of New Zealand’s absence to lay claim to the Oceania throne.World champions Spain (1st, up 1) had an impressive run to the final of the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 with five back-to-back wins, which was enough to see them reclaim top spot in the ranking, a position they previously held from December 2023 to June 2024. The USA (2nd, down 1) have therefore been knocked off their perch, which they had occupied since August 2024. However, three convincing home wins in friendlies during this period have kept the Stars and Stripes in contention, and they are now sitting less than two points behind La Roja.The top 10 has been shaken up completely since the June edition of the ranking, with France (6th, up 4) performing best among them. Les Bleues completed a flawless group stage at the European Championship before falling to Germany in the quarter-finals.Brazil (7th, down 3) have lost ground despite picking up their ninth continental trophy. They lost to France prior to the tournament, which subsequently saw the Seleção held to two draws by a hard-working Colombia side in the group stage as well as the in final, before prevailing on penalties.Further down the ranking, the Asian qualifiers for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ and the OFC Women’s Nations Cup have stirred things up. Bangladesh (104th, up 24) recorded the biggest jump in places and points (+80.51), courtesy of their historic both qualification for the AFC final qualifying tournament for Brazil 2027, following dramatic victories over Myanmar, Bahrain and Turkmenistan.Vanuatu (100th, up 19) have also made considerable progress, as have the Solomon Islands (73rd, up 13), who have hit a new high in the ranking. No fewer than 10 teams are currently higher in the ranking than ever before, including Poland (26th, up 1), Haiti (49th, up 1), and Saudi Arabia (164th, up 1).

Abdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: A total of 6 male and 1 female Pakistani athletes will represent Pakistan in the Kazakhstan Open International Taekwondo Championship 2025, which is scheduled to commence on August 9 in the capital city of the host country. Four officials of the Pakistan taekwondo team will accompany the players. According to an official of Pakistan Taekwondo Federation (PTF), All 10 members of the contingent have departed for Kazakhstan today at 11.50 am from Islamabad Airport. Pakistan Taekwondo is very hopeful to see good performance. This participation will also very helpful for the preparations / participation in upcoming international events.Names of players: Abubakar Siddiq, Haroon Khan, Noman Khan, Mohammad Arbaz Khan, Hamza Omer Saeed, Kaif Anwar, and Faateema tuz Zahraa (Female Player).Team Officials: Lt Col Zeeshan Aslam (Head of Team), Yousaf Kararmi (Head Coach), Syed Sadaqat Hussain (Manger), Faisal Nadeem Butt (Physio).

Islamabad (PR): The Executive Committee of the Islamabad Olympic Association (IOA) met here at Islamabad Club on August 2, 2025. President IOA Begum Ishrat Ashraf chaired the meeting. During the session, the committee deliberated on several matters central to the strategic development and organizational strengthening of the IOA and its affiliated units. A major point of focus was the registration of the Islamabad Olympic Association with the Islamabad Sports Board, an essential step to formalize its status as the principal sports governing body in the federal capital and to facilitate institutional support for its upcoming programs.The meeting also underscored the significance of Islamabad’s active participation in the 1st National Youth Games and the forthcoming National Games. Committee members exchanged insights and strategies to ensure that Islamabad fields highly competitive teams and achieves optimum performance outcomes. Plans were reviewed to streamline athlete selection, training, and logistical arrangements.President Begum Ishrat Ashraf praised the commitment of the Executive Committee and emphasized the importance of unified efforts to elevate Islamabad’s standing on the national sports stage. She reiterated to provide all necessary support to athletes and officials in the build-up to these landmark events.

Faraz Ahmed KayaniBirmingham (UK): South Africa Champions have clinched the title of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 after beating Pakistan Champions by 9 wickets in the final in Birmingham.Batting first, Pakistan Champions posted an impressive total of 195 runs for loss of 5 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Sharjeel Khan was the standout performer, smashing 76 runs off 44 balls. However, the target proved insufficient in the face of an onslaught from AB de Villiers, who delivered a vintage masterclass. The South African legend remained unbeaten on 120 runs off just 60 balls, hitting 7 sixes and 12 fours, leading his side to victory in just 16.5 overs, losing only one wicket.This match-winning knock marked de Villiers’ third century of the tournament, underlining his continued dominance and brilliance on the field.With this resounding win, South Africa Champions were crowned the World Champions of Legends, wrapping up the tournament in style.

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: Pakistan Shaheens will undergo a five-day camp at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore from Sunday, 3 August, ahead of their departure to Australia on 8 August to participate in the Top End T20 Series.The 11-team T20 tournament will be played in Darwin from 14 to 24 August, with the Shaheens set to open their campaign against Bangladesh ‘A’ at the TIO Stadium. The first ball will be bowled at 7pm local time.Shaheens’ players will assemble in Lahore on Saturday evening and will take part in fielding and net sessions on 3 and 4 August. They will then feature in scenario-based matches at the Gaddafi Stadium on 5 and 6 August. On the final day of the camp, Thursday, 7 August, training session will be held at the National Cricket Academy.Among the 15 players, Faisal Akram, Haider Ali, Maaz Sadaqat, Mehran Mumtaz, Mubasir Khan, Shahid Aziz, and Ubaid Shah are currently touring England with Pakistan Shaheens and will return to Lahore following the conclusion of the tour to join the T20 squad on 7 August.15-member squad: Mohammad Irfan Khan (captain), Abdul Samad, Ahmed Daniyal, Faisal Akram, Haider Ali, Maaz Sadaqat, Mehran Mumtaz, Khawaja Mohammad Nafay (wicket-keeper), Mohammad Ghazi Ghori (wicket-keeper), Mubasir Khan, Saad Masood, Mohammad Salman Mirza, Shahid Aziz, Ubaid Shah and Yasir KhanTeam management: Ghulam Ali (head coach), Sami Ullah Niazi (bowling coach), Mansoor Amjad (fielding coach), Mohammad Ibrahim (analyst) and Mohammad Aleem (physio)Pakistan Shaheens fixtures:14 Aug – vs Bangladesh ‘A’, TIO Stadium (7pm local time)16 Aug – vs Scorchers, TIO Stadium (4pm local time)18 Aug – vs Renegades, TIO Stadium (6pm local time)19 Aug – vs Kingsmen, DXC Arena (1pm local time)20 Aug – vs Strikers, DXC Arena (7pm local time)22 Aug – vs Nepal, DXC Arena (7pm local time)24 Aug – Semi-finals and final

Sports Bulletin ReportMontevideo (Uruguay): At the ongoing Pan American Cup 2025, following their thrilling shootout win over Uruguay in the second semi-final, USA women have secured qualification to the upcoming FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium and Netherlands 2026.With Argentina winning the first semi-final against Chile, the final will be played between Argentina and USA. However, Argentina have already qualified for the upcoming World Cup through a second place finish behind already qualified Netherlands at the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25. So, USA, through their guaranteed top-2 finish at the Pan American Cup 2025, will take the direct qualification spot available to the Americas for the FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium and Netherlands 2026. USA, placed in Pool B made a perfect start to the tournament, defeating southern neighbours Mexico 10-0 in their opening encounter. This was followed by another impressive win in their toughest pool battle, as they beat Chile 5-2 to seal the top spot in the pool. Trinidad and Tobago’s late withdrawal from the competition meant USA, Chile and Mexico all received a 5-0 walkover against them in Pool B. With the top spot secured, USA were paired up against hosts Uruguay in the semi-final, who finished second in Pool A behind Argentina, with their six points coming from wins against Canada and Paraguay. As Argentina defeated Chile in the first semi-final, USA and Uruguay went into the second semi-final knowing a World Cup spot was at stake and the teams played with the edge befitting the large stakes. A cagey first half saw USA create plenty of penalty corner opportunities but Uruguay's defence held strong and the teams headed into half-time tied at 0-0. USA finally broke the deadlock with their first penalty corner of the second half with Ryleigh Heck putting them ahead. The goal spurred Uruguay on as they mounted waves of attack in search of an equaliser. Despite a missed penalty stroke opportunity in the final quarter, a late goal by Sol Amadeo brought Uruguay level and sent the match into a shootout. Both teams scored on their first two shoot-out attempts, but two stops by USA keeper Kelsey Bing on Uruguay’s next two attempts, along with USA attackers remaining perfect in all four of their attacking forays, gave USA the victory and punched their ticket to the FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium & Netherlands 2026.

Sports Bulletin ReportTashkent (Uzbekistan): The Pakistan U19 Volleyball Team outclassed United States of America (USA) Team 3-1 in a play-off game of the FIVB Boys’ U19 World Championship 2025 in the 13–16 classification round. The final score-line was 25-14, 22-25, 25-18, and 25-23.Pakistani spikers earned a total of 97 points in the match, which included 66 points from attack, 10 points from blocking, 5 points from serves, and 16 points from opponent errors. The star performers for Pakistan were Mohammad Yahya, who delivered an outstanding performance with 22 points, and Muhammad Saud, who contributed 15 points to secure the victory for the team.With this win, Pakistan now moves on to compete for the 13th position in the tournament, marking a strong presence in their debut appearance at the FIVB U19 World Championship. The next and final match for Pakistan will be held on 3rd August 2025, where the team will fight to finish at 13th position globally, a significant milestone in Pakistan’s volleyball history.

Sports ReportVancouver (Canada); Friday, August 1st 2025* — In a significant leap for cricket in North America, the Canada Super 60 proudly announces iconic BC Place as the official venue for the first-ever edition of its men’s and women’s tournaments.This announcement marks a historic milestone for the Canada Super 60 — securing one of the most prestigious and state-of-the-art stadiums in the country as its launchpad. BC Place, located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, is more than a stadium — it’s a symbol of Canadian sporting heritage and home to some of the most marquee global events, including the upcoming FIFA World Cup 26.Over the past four decades, BC Place has hosted numerous global sporting events, including the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2015, the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, and ten Grey Cup Championships. With its retractable roof, world-class infrastructure, and multi-sport versatility, BC Place will now transform into an all-weather cricket stadium, becoming the first indoor venue in the world to host a 10-over-a-side cricket tournament.“BC Place is not just a stadium; it’s a theatre of dreams,” said Yuvraj Singh, global cricket icon and strategic partner of Canada Super 60. “As a sportsperson, you are deeply inspired by the grandeur of where you play — and for our players, men and women alike, there couldn’t be a better venue to start this journey. Vancouver is a city that thrives on nature, diversity, and culture — and cricket on the West Coast is going to ignite a whole new fan base.”The Canada Super 60 is the first global-format cricket league to feature both men’s and women’s 10-over-a-side tournaments from inception, aiming to redefine competitive cricket in Canada and create a blueprint for the sport’s growth in North America.“We feel incredibly proud to introduce BC Place to the world of cricket,” said a Cricket Canada official Amjad Bajwa, President, Cricket Canada. “We wholeheartedly congratulate the Super 60 team on making this possible. This partnership is a clear signal of our commitment to expanding cricket across the country and creating world-class opportunities for Canadian players — especially as we look ahead to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in 2026.”“We are beyond excited to welcome cricket to BC Place,” said Chris May, General Manager of BC Place. “Hosting the Canada Super 60 is a tremendous opportunity to showcase the world’s second most-watched sport right here in our beautiful city. As a multi-sport and multi-purpose venue, we are always looking for new and dynamic events that reflect the diversity of our province. This is a meaningful step towards creating a more inclusive and representative sports landscape in British Columbia.”The official tournament dates and ticketing information for the Canada Super 60 will be announced shortly. With cricket being one of the fastest-growing sports in North America, the event promises not only thrilling matches but also a transformational cultural and sporting experience in Vancouver.*About Canada Super 60*Canada Super 60 is a groundbreaking new cricket league launching in 2025, introducing the unique 10-over-a-side format with both men’s and women’s competitions from its inaugural season — a global first. Backed by Cricket Canada, the league aims to elevate Canada’s place in the world cricket map while offering fans a thrilling mix of power and strategy between T20s and ODIs. The tournament will be hosted at the iconic BC Place Stadium in Vancouver, making it the first major cricket league to debut on Canada’s West Coast.The Canada Super 60 is more than just a tournament — it’s a celebration of sport, diversity, and opportunity, designed to grow the game in North America and give Canadian players global exposure.*About BC Place*As the largest multi-purpose venue of its kind in Western Canada, BC Place provides a spectacular home for international, professional and amateur sports, entertainment, commerce, cultural experiences and community gatherings for the benefit of all British Columbians.BC Place is a part of BC Pavilion Corporation (PavCo), a Provincial Crown Corporation of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture & Sport that owns and operates the Vancouver Convention Centre and BC Place.