Gul blames weak captaincy for ODI defeat

Former Pakistan fast bowler Umar Gul on Wednesday hit out at the national team following their loss in the ODI series against the West Indies, saying the side lacks the quality all-rounders that once made Pakistan a dominant force. Speaking on state television after the series, Gul drew sharp comparisons between the current squad and … Read more

Bring on Eng sledging during Ashes: Boland

SYDNEY: Australia fast bowler Scott Boland said on Wednesday that the hosts will be unfazed by any England aggression when the Ashes rivals clash later this year. England’s thrilling home series against India ended in a 2-2 draw this month and was notable for several feisty encounters between the two sides. Boland, speaking 100 days … Read more

Rizwan praises WI execution

Pakistan’s ODI captain Mohammad Rizwan spoke candidly following his team’s loss in the third and final ODI of the series against the West Indies at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy on Tuesday. During the post-match presentation, Rizwan, after losing the three-match ODI series 2-1, acknowledged the challenges his team faced on a tricky pitch. “We … Read more

Akhtar slams Pak team after ODI disappointment

Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar on Wednesday launched a scathing critique of the national team following their heavy defeat in the ODI series against the West Indies, warning that the batting line-up will continue to be exposed whenever they face fast bowling friendly conditions. Speaking on state television after the match, Akhtar also questioned … Read more

Shafaat to host Pakistan Idol 2025

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The buzz of the Pakistan’s biggest music competition, Pakistan Idol, is once again resounding loudly across the country, as fans have been wondering who will host this electrifying season The wait is over and the name is Syed Shafaat Ali, the show host network announced on its website. “Known for lighting up every stage, adding … Read more

Bilawal hits out at PM for K-IV delay

KARACHI: PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Tuesday inaugurated the newly constructed New Hub Canal – a Sindh government and Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) project – aimed at addressing the chronic water shortages. The project will provide an additional 100 million gallons per day to the metropolis. The PPP chairman expressed strong displeasure over the prolonged … Read more

Leaking garbage trucks spark health concerns

RAWALPINDI: The city’s waste management and disposal system is under intensifying scrutiny, with allegations that Rawalpindi Waste Management Company (RWMC) dump trucks, responsible for ferrying refuse from urban ‘filth depots’ to the main dumping site, are plagued by significant operational deficiencies. Poor loading practices mean waste is piled into trucks without adequate covering, causing highly … Read more