Abdul Jabbar Faisal ISLAMABAD (October 21, 2021):-Secretary, Islamabad Chess Association (ICA), Malik Mohammad Ameen has revealed on Thursday that chess association of capital city would start a series of chess fixtures at universities level aiming to give an occasion to budding chess players and to select the young talented guys from grass root level and It would be started from International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) next month. During a special meeting with www.sports-bulletin.com  correspondent, national chess player, Malik Ameen further said that he had a meeting with the IIUI administration. “All things have been settled and we will organize the event in well benefitted manners in collaboration with Chess Federation of Pakistan (CFP). After this, a series of chess competitions will kick off in the different universities of twin cities Rawalpindi and Islamabad, “he added. To a question, he said that CFP was competent to host the top international chess events in Pakistan, which would be helpful to boost up the soft image of the country all over the world. “It is a fact that we cannot organize any international event without the government's support and cooperation. Chess federation has a good reputation at international level. If the government will support us we will manage the international events on the soil of Pakistan, “he maintained. “For staging an international chess there is no need for big security, as it is an indoor game and all things can be managed safely. At this time, unfortunately, Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) is not even ready to recognize CFP and his efforts for the promotion of the game in Pakistan. I will not want to make more comments on this issue because the case is in the Islamabad High Court. We are affiliated with the World and Asian chess organizations, “he said. To another regarding the government support, Malik Ameed said: “The conditions of sports are miserable all over the county and the standard is going down day by day. The performance of Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) is also very grim like other government institutes and no one is ready to listen there. We told all the facts to top officials of PSB but we are still waiting for its affiliation. New Director PSB is not well aware about the sports issues, “he lamented. Responding to another question, Malik divulged that in 80s Landa Bazar was the hub of the chess players in Rawalpindi. Everyone was enjoying the game at a local hotel after closing their daily business. “It is said that chess was the game of kings but it has become the game of the common man too. People are keen to play chess under the banner of any organization. Politics hurt the chess brutally, as we were running the chess very well and smoothly but some unknown people established another parallel body. We organized a lot of tournaments and provided opportunities to budding players to excel at national and level, “he concluded.      

Reports: ABDULLAH ASJAD Islamabad (October 22, 2021):-Sri Lanka beat Netherlands by 8 wickets in the ICC Man’s T20 World Cup 2021 at Al Amerat Cricket Stadium Oman on Friday night. Lankan Captain Dasun Shanaka won the toss and asked opposition into bat firs. Netherlands scored only 44 runs in 10 overs and threw all their 10 wickets in 20 over game. Colin Ackermann scored 11 while Lankan bowler Lahiru Kumara took 3 wickets for 7 runs. Wanindu Hasaranga picked up 3 wickets while Maheesh Theekshana took2 wickets for3 runs. In replay, Sri Lanka chased minor 44 target in 7.1 overs .They have 8 wickets in hand. Opener  Kusal  perera  scored 33 runs not out in 24 deliveries. Brandon Glover and Paul Van Meekeren got 1 wicket each .Sri Lankan bowler Lahiru Kumara got man of the match award for great bowling. Scores in Brief Sri Lanka beat Netherlands at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah by eight wickets Netherlands 44 all out in 10 overs (Colin Ackermann 11; Lahiru Kumara 3/7, Wanindu Hasaranga 3/9, Maheesh Theekshana 2/3)   Sri Lanka 45/2 in 7.1 overs (Kusal Perera 33 not out; Brandon Glover 1/12, Paul Van Meekeren 1/20) Player of the Match: Lahiru Kumara (Sri Lanka)    

Aamir Ali Janjua Dubai (October 22, 2021):-The qualifying for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia is set to continue in Doha with five teams set to compete in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia A Qualifier supported by Dream 11. Hosts Qatar are joined by Bahrain, Kuwait, Maldives and Saudi Arabia with one place in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier up for grabs. It’s the first time an ICC event has been staged in Qatar, with the matches to be hosted at the Asian Town Cricket Stadium. Qatar (21) enter the event as the highest ranked on the MRF Tyres ICC Men’s T20I Team Rankings, with Kuwait (27), Saudi Arabia (28), Bahrain (43) and Maldives (74) all aiming to qualify for the T20 World Cup for the first time. The event will also complete the Asia regional finals with Nepal, Singapore, UAE, Hong Kong and The Philippines already through to the Global Qualifier. Qatar captain, Iqbal Hussain Chaudhry, said: “It’s a great feeling, we are all pumped up and working hard for the event. We know it’s a big tournament and we’ve been through this stage before. The last time we played Asia qualifiers we beat higher ranked teams but one mishap and we didn’t make it into the Global Qualifiers. We are glad that we are hosting a major ICC tournament in Qatar, which is the path to Australia 2022 and we will put up a good show for our nation and cricket lovers over the globe.” Bahrain captain, Anasim Khan? said: “The ICC Mens T20 World Cup Asia is a big opportunity for Bahrain and all teams to play at the top level. It will be a dream come true to play in Australia next?year. It is a once in a life-time opportunity to earn a place in a historic World Cup qualifying round. We are a team which can bring surprises.” Saudi Arabia captain, Abdul Waheed said: “It is an absolute honour to represent Saudi Arabia in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia A Qualifier. To play in a World Cup is a dream of every cricketer, however we are focused on the forthcoming tournament. We have come a long way in recent years and to realise our dreams we need to take one step at a time and keep moving. We know that it will be an intense competition as other participating teams are good. Nevertheless, we have prepared well and the boys are excited to give their best.” Kuwait captain, Mohammed Nawaf Mohammed Aslam said: “It feels absolutely brilliant to be captaining the Kuwait side on such a big stage and to play competitive cricket with neighbouring countries, who are all fighting for that one prestigious and most valuable spot. We know its a tough road ahead but we are preparing hard for that. We have to win all the matches and tournaments we participate in under the ICC in order to come up the rankings and achieve the goal of being in the top 15 teams in the world.” Maldives captain, Mohamed Mahfooz said: “I am very excited and eager to show the cricketing community the talent of Maldivian cricketers. I believe this small nation is ready to upset the big teams in this competition. We did what we could control to prepare. We had online fitness sessions and once restrictions eased we started outdoor fitness sessions and indoors practices. We kept the players minds always in the game until we were able to get back on the ground.” Qatar Cricket Association President Yousef Jeham Al Kuwari expressed his thrills for getting a chance to showcase his country’s hosting capabilities. He commented while welcoming the participating teams and officials: “Qatar has established itself as the sporting capital due to its high standards in staging events. We are delighted that we will host the Asia Group A Qualifiers for the 2022 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup from October 23 to 29. “The QCA feels grateful to the International Cricket Council for granting this event to Qatar. We welcome all the contesting teams and ICC officials. This is the first international cricket tournament here after the Covid-19 pandemic brought the world to a halt. “We assure the ICC that we’ll live up to our reputation of being a world-class host. We wish good luck to all the teams. We hope that all the teams are keen to get back to the field and will produce high-voltage action in a bid to qualify for the global qualifying stage,” Al Kuwari added.” FIXTURES 23 October 2021- Qatar vs Bahrain (09h00); Maldives vs Saudi Arabia (13h10) 24 October 2021 - Bahrain vs Kuwait (09h00); Qatar vs Maldives (13h10) 25 October 2021 - Kuwait vs Saudi Arabia (09h00); 27 October 2021 - Bahrain vs Maldives (09h00); Qatar vs Saudi Arabia (13h10) 28 October 2021 - Maldives vs Kuwait (09h00); Saudi Arabia vs Bahrain (13h10) 29 October 2021-  Kuwait vs Qatar (13h10)  

Report: - ABDULLAH ASJAD Islamabad (October 22, 2021):-Namibia qualified for next round after defeating Ireland by 8 wickets in the ICC Men’s T20 world cup 2021 on Friday at Sharjah Cricket Stadium United Arabs Emirates (UAE). According to information, Ireland ousted from the world cup. Irelands skipper Andy Balbirnie won the toss and decided to bat first and set minor 125 total on score board for 8. Ireland’s right handed opener Paul Stiriling played 38 runs innings. He hit 5 fours and 1 six while other opener Kevin O Brine played bit slow and added only 25 runs after wasting 24 deliveries. Namibia’s pacer Jan Frylinck bowled brightly and sent out 3 batters in to the pavilion in his four overs. All rounder David Wiese took 2 wickets and conceded22 runs while Bernard Scholtz picked up a single wicket. In reply, Namibia chase 126 runs target in 18 overs and they have 8 wickets in hand. Namibian skipper Gerhard Erasmus played sparkling innings and scored53 runs in only 49 balls and creaked 3 fours and solitary six. All rounder David Wiese scored 28 runs in just 14 balls and knocked 2 sixes and single four while Wicket keeper batter Zane Green made 24 runs after wasting 32 balls. Ireland pacer Curtis Champher took 2 wickets for 14 in 3 overs.  All rounder David Wiese got man of the match for blasting performers. Summarized scorecard: Ireland Batting:-Paul Stirling(38 runs in24 balls)5 fours1 six, Kevin O'Brien(25 runs in24 balls)2fours, Andy Balbirnie(21 runs in 28 balls)2 fours Namibia Bowling:- Jan Frylinck 3 for 21, David Wiese 2 for 22, Bernard Scholtz1 for25 Namibia Batting:- Gerhard Erasmus(53 runs in 49 balls)3 fours1 six, David Wiese(28 runs in 14 balls)2 six1 four Ireland Bowling:- Curtis Campher 2 for 14 in 3 overs Toss: Ireland won the toss and elected to bat first Result: Namibia won by8 wickets Man of the match: David Weise  

Sports Reporter ISLAMABAD (October 22, 2021):-Bilal Satti became the president of Islamabad Cricket Club for Blind (ICCB), as the elections of the seven members executive committee held in Islamabad at the Auditorium of Youth Hostel Islamabad. According t press release of ICCB, five members were elected unopposed. Bilal Satti President , Naveed Hussain Abbasi General Secretary, Tahir Butt Treasurer and Taimoor Imran Ali Khan as PRO while Tanveer Ahmed was elected as Vice President with a convincing margin of 21votes against Mohammad Javed's 13 votes.  Two executive Members Anis Javed and Mohammad Awais were also elected after voting. This Executive Committee of Islamabad Cricket Club of the Blind is elected for a period of next three years 2021-2024.

Sports Bulletin Report Oman (October 21, 2021):-Kyle Coetzer produced a captain’s knock to steer Scotland to an eight-wicket win over Oman and book a place in the Super 12s at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021. Scotland went into the clash with the hosts knowing that defeat could spell the end of the tournament, but this was a complete performance as the Scots clinched top spot in Group B with a third win out of three – a historic achievement for the side. That earns Scotland a place in Group 2 in the Super 12, alongside the likes of India, Pakistan and New Zealand, while Bangladesh end up as runners-up in Group B and head to Group 1 as a result. For Oman, there was to be no fairy tale at the Al Amerat Stadium, Jatinder Singh’s run-out off the second ball a sign of what was to follow. A total of 122 always felt a little short, and so it proved. Coetzer had not yet fired for Scotland at this World Cup, but his 41 made it a comfortable chase, and even after he departed, Matt Cross and Richie Berrington did the rest. Oman were always going to need a good start, with Jatinder their star batter in the first two matches, and when he was run out after a complete misunderstanding on the second ball, it left the rest of the team with an uphill battle. Kashyap Prajapati followed soon after for three, but Aqib Ilyas started to find his groove, hitting three fours and two sixes in a brisk 37. Oman needed him to kick on though, instead he picked out George Munsey on the boundary off the bowling of Michael Leask. Mohammad Nadeem looked good in hammering Mark Watt for six over long on, but he was caught at short extra cover by Berrington off the very next ball for 25. That left all the responsibility to skipper Zeeshan Maqsood, given one reprieve when he was caught of a full toss from Chris Greaves that was above waist height. He went on to make 34 before departing in the final over, but the wickets continued to tumble at the other end, and the total of 122 all out was not enough. That became clear as Coetzer took an attacking approach to his innings, complemented by the free-scoring Munsey at the other end. Munsey was caught by opposite number Jatinder after making 20, but Coetzer pushed on with three maximums to settle any nerves. Khawar Ali finally found a way through Coetzer’s defences, but it was too little, too late, as Cross and Berrington got the team over the line comfortably with the latter smashing one last six to seal the win in emphatic fashion. Scores in brief  Scotland beat Oman, at Al Amerat Cricket Ground, Oman by eight wickets Oman 122 all out in 20 overs (Aqib Ilyas 37, Zeeshan Maqsood 34; Josh Davey 3/25, Michael Leask 2/13) Scotland 123/2 in 17 overs (Kyle Coetzer 41; Richie Berrington 31 not out; Fayyaz Butt 1/26; Khawar Ali 1/27) Player of the Match: Josh Davey (Scotland)

Sports Bulletin Report COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (October 21, 2021):-Safexpay has become c-owner of Kandy franchise for the second season of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) of the prestigious T20 tournament of the Islanders, says a press release. Ravi Gupta, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Safexpay focused on solving the problems for businesses that need to either accept online payments from or make payouts to various stakeholders. Safexpay has a strong presence in India, UAE and Singapore. Speaking about entering the LPL, Gupta said, "The Lanka Premier League garnered a lot of interest from some of the biggest stars and the cricket fans from around the world in the first season and therefore I am absolutely delighted to enter the tournament as the co-owner of the Kandy franchise this year. The Lanka Premier League is certainly going to grow and evolve into one of the most sought-after T20 leagues in the world and I am very excited to be a part of the success of the tournament in the upcoming years." Speaking about the new venture, Tripathi said, "We are ecstatic to be a part of the Lanka Premier League as the co-owner of the Kandy franchise. The LPL has caught the imagination of cricket fans from around the world and we wanted to be a part of the amazing competition in the upcoming seasons. We are eagerly looking forward to engaging with the fans and having a cracker of a season." Welcoming the new owners, Anil Mohan, Founder and CEO of Dubai-based production giant IPG, the official promoter of LPL, said, "It's a huge honour and privilege for me to welcome Safexpay Founder and CEO Ravi Gupta and Vernost Director Pankaj Tripathi as the owners of the Kandy franchise. I am certain that their passion for the game will bolster the Kandy franchise and also attract more fans to the Lanka Premier League in the upcoming seasons." The new owners of the Kandy franchise are expecting to construct a strong team for the second season of the LPL in the Player's Draft, which is set to be held on 27 October 2021. Gupta said, "We will certainly try to acquire a well-balanced team in the Player's Draft." While, Tripathi expressed, "Hopefully the team performs to the best of its ability in the season and garners the desired results." The inaugural edition of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) which was played in a bio-secure bubble at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium in Hambantota from November 26 till December 16, 2020, reached a cumulative audience of 557 million people through TV, digital-social space, and traditional media outlets. Sponsors enjoyed a media evaluation (visibility) of $54.5m and title sponsor MY11CIRCLE enjoyed a ROI of 9.85x. Winner of the first edition of LPL Jaffna Stallions tops the valuation chart with $3.98m followed by Galle Gladiators ($3.82m), Dambulla Viikings (Now Dambulla Giants) ($3.54m) Colombo Kings ($3.44m) and Kandy Tuskers ($3.19m). The LPL matches which were telecast live by Sky Sports, Sony Sports Network, Geo, PTV, and Willow TV in Sri Lanka, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, UK, US, Canada, Ireland, and New Zealand saw 155 million people tuning in to catch live action. On social media, it achieved a reach of 218 million and LPL found 133478 mentions as the league came alive with each and every match with some scintillating performances on the ground.

Abdul Jabbar Faisal ISLAMABAD (October 21, 2021):-Senator Irfan-ul-Haq Siddiqui, newly elected Convener of the sub-Committee on the Senate Standing Committee on Inter-Provincial Coordination (IPC), said that a sports revolution was . He was chairing first meeting at Parliament House. Senator Irfan-ul-Haq Siddiqui was elected Convener of the Committee unanimously by the other two members of the sub-Committee -- Senator Rana Maqbool Ahmed and Senator Gurdeep Singh. Convener Committee, Senator Irfan-ul-Haq Siddiqui added, “sports is the most neglected sector by the Government in Pakistan and that this Committee would work beyond party lines ensuring that Pakistani sports reaches new heights and its previous glories restored, “while further adding he urged the media to assist the Committee in this cause, terming this a great service to Pakistan, enhancing its soft image in the world. According to an official press release, the agenda of the sub-Committee entailed discussion regarding the work-plan of the Committee. Members reminiscence the grandeurs of the past and attributed it to sportspersons being sponsored by different government departments.  It was asserted that for sports to prosper in Pakistan it was essential that the welfare of sportspersons is prioritised. The Committee stressed the need for ensuring that every school in the country boasted a playground. This would be an important step towards promoting sports at the grassroots level in Pakistan that would generate heroes in the future.  The Committee decided that Pakistani sports would benefit greatly if Local Bodies step in to ensure that all urban and rural vicinities are allotted a playgrounds.  The government must incentivize sports in the Country to provide sportspersons with initiative. Employing sportspersons would secure their future that is crucial for the development of sports in Pakistan.  The work plan of the Committee would entail reviewing the strengths, weaknesses, accomplishments and challenges of Sports Federations affiliated with the Pakistan Sports Board via a performa created to review details minutely.  The Committee was of the view that a criterion for the Minister for Sports must be devised by the Committee to ensure that the right person is granted Office.  A forensic audit of all 41 Sports Federations listed by the Pakistan Sports Board along with the Pakistan Olympic Association was stressed.  Talking to the media after the formal meeting Convener Committee, Senator Irfan-ul-Haq Siddiqui, welcomed suggestions regarding improvement of sports in Pakistan. He added that after every meeting an informal ‘one on one’ session with the Media for recommendations will be conducted to improve the sports scenario in Pakistan.   The Media recommended that the Pakistan Sports Board must be summoned to get a clear picture of the sports landscape in Pakistan. They added that Olympians must be invited to get a firsthand account of the challenges they face in the Country.

Report:-ABDULLAH ASJAD Islamabad (Thursday 21 October 2021):-All-rounder Shakib Al Hassan guided Bangladesh in the next round after beating Papua New Guinea (NPG) by 84 runs in 9th match of the ongoing ICC Men’s T 20 World Cup 2021 at Al Amerat Ground Oman on Thursday.  Bangladeshi batters post 182 runs target on score board after losing 7 wickets. Bangladesh’s captain Mahmudullah won the toss and decided to play first. Skipper Mahnudullah played a sparkling innings and scored 50 runs in just 28 deliveries. He hit huge 3 sixes and 3 fours. Left handed Shakib Al Hassan scored 46 runs in 37 balls and hit long 3 sixes while Liton Das counted only 29 runs in 23 balls. NPG right hand pacer Kabua Morea picked up 2 wickets for 26 runs. Assad Vala took 2 wickets and conceded 26 runs. In reply, NPG batter Kiplin Doriga 46 runs in 34 balls. He smashed couple of fours and two big sixes. Chad Soper scored only 11 runs in 12 balls. NPG 9 batters could not reach in double figure while Bangladeshi Left hander all-rounder Shalib Al Hassan hunted 4 for only nine runs. Taskin Ahmed and Mohammad Saiduddin took 2 wickets each. Shakib Al Hassan was declared “Man of the Match” on his sparking batting and bowling. Summarized scorecard Bangladesh batting;-Mahmudullah(50 runs in28 BALLS )3 FOURS 3 SIXES, Shakib Al Hasan(46 RUNS IN37 BALLS)3 SIXES, Liton Das(29 RUNS IN 23 BALLS)1 FOUR 1 SIX NPG Bowling:- Kabua Morea 2 for26, Assad Vala 2 for 26, 2 for 40 PNG Batting:- Kiplin Doriga(46 runs in 34 balls)2 fours 2 sixes, Chad Soper (11 runs in 12 balls)1 six Bangladesh Bowling:- Shakib Al Hasan4 for9, Taskin Ahmed 2 for 12, Mohammad Saifuddin 2 for 21 Result:- Bangladesh won by 84 runs Man of the match: Shakib Al Hasan4 Toss:- Bangladesh won the toss elected to bat first

Sports Reporter LAHORE (October 21, 2021):-Sports Board Punjab (SBP), on the directions of Director General Sports Punjab Adnan ArshadAulakh, conducted hockey and weightlifting trials for the selection of Punjab’s hockey and weightlifting teams at National Hockey Stadium and outside Nishtar Park Sports Complex (NPSC) Gymnasium Hall respectively on Thursday. Director General Sports Punjab Adnan Arshad Aulakh while talking to media at Punjab’s weightlifting trials said that Sports Board Punjab is giving equal importance to all games to promote true sports culture among our youth. “We are holding back-to-back sports championships in a bid to trace fresh talent in all games from across the province”. Director General Sports Punjab Adnan Arshad Aulakh, who also witnessed hockey and weightlifting trials at their respective venues, said Sports Board Punjab is going to organize more sports events in near future to provide maximum playing opportunities to our youth. “The merit policy is being followed strictly during the trials. We have directed our selection committees that there will be no compromise on merit. Punjab is hosting and participating in more sports events than all other provinces”. Director General Sports Punjab Adnan Arshad Aulakh said the players from all nine divisions of the province took part in hockey and weightlifting trials. “After the trials, Punjab’s male and female hockey teams will participate in the Inter-Provincial Boys Under-17 and Girls Under-16 Hockey Tournament to be staged in Lahore from Nov 2 to 5, 2021. Similarly, Punjab’s U-17 Boys weightlifting team will feature in the Inter-Provincial Under-17 Boys Weightlifting Tournament to be staged also in Lahore on the same dates”. Director General Sports Punjab Adnan Arshad Aulakh said 200 boys and 100 girls from all nine divisions participated in hockey trials. “As many as 50 boys and 30 girls will be picked up for hockey camp training which is going to begin on Oct 23, 2021. After the training camp, 16-member boys and girls teams will be named to participate in Inter-Provincial Boys Under-17 and Girls Under-16 Hockey Tournament” He further informed that Punjab’s 5-member selection committee including Olympian Khawaja Junaid, Deputy Director Chand Perveen, Rana Nadeem Anjum, Rana Khalid and Shahid Nizami supervised the hockey trials activity. “In weightlifting trials, 65 U-17 boys from all nine divisions participated out of which 16 will be shortlisted for training and then 8 players will be chosen to feature in the Inter-Provincial Under-17 Boys Weightlifting Tournament”.