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The 58-year-old says his core philosophy has always been to give your absolute best Shahid Anwar credited Pakistan’s successful Asia Cup campaign to months of hard work. Photo: PCB Discussing his coaching philosophy, 58-year-old Shahid said that while the core principles remain unchanged at every level, coaching an U19 side requires a unique approach. “My core philosophy … Read more

Newly appointed Italy head coach Roberto Mancini. Photo: AFP Defending champion Arshad Nadeem progressed to the men’s javelin throw final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, despite falling short of the automatic qualification mark in difficult weather conditions on Thursday. A strong headwind made scoring big distances difficult throughout the qualification round, with none of the … Read more

Newly appointed Italy head coach Roberto Mancini. Photo: AFP ROME: Newly-appointed Italy coach Roberto Mancini said Wednesday he was dreaming of bagging a major trophy, the Azzurri having missed out on the last three World Cups. Mancini was speaking at his first press conference since being unveiled as successor to Gennaro Gattuso, who resigned as … Read more

Reject FIFA’s proposal to transfer ownership interests in the WC and other ​FIFA competitions to private investors The UEFA logo is pictured at the headquarters ahead of the announcement—REUTERS European football’s governing body UEFA and its 55 member nations on Thursday voted to boycott all FIFA tournaments in what could be a knockout blow to … Read more

Wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das in action for Bangladesh. Photo: AFP/File DHAKA: Wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das has replaced Mehidy Hasan Miraz as captain of Bangladesh’s one-day international team, the country’s cricket board said Wednesday. Miraz’s captaincy exit comes after Bangladesh ODI series defeat against Zimbabwe earlier this month. Najmul Hossain Shantowill continue in his role as Test captain. The appointment of Litton, who is already the … Read more

Left-hander ruled out of second Test after scans confirmed finger injury sustained in the Trinidad opener The left-handed batsman suffered a serious injury to the index finger of his left hand during the first Test match in Trinidad. . PHOTO: PCB/FILE In a severe blow to Pakistan’s red-ball ambitions, experienced top-order batsman Shan Masood was … Read more

Pakistan started cautiously against Korea before unleashing a strong attack to dominate the second quarter Pakistan sealed 3-1 victory over South Korea. PHOTO: PAKISTAN HOCKEY FEDERATION FB page LAHORE: Pakistan’s national hockey team showcased a masterclass, securing a commanding 3-1 victory over South Korea in a high-profile match on Thursday that marked a historic milestone for … Read more

Babar Azam returned to captaincy for the third time. Photo: AFP KARACHI: “What’s the score?” “What score? Is there a match going on?” “Yes, Pakistan vs West Indies.” “I don’t know, man. I’ve stopped watching cricket. They don’t win anyway, so what’s the point?” This is a conversation between two friends in Karachi, but it … Read more

Pakistan Women’s captain Muneeba Ali and Sri Lanka Women’s captain Chamari Athapaththu are posing ahead of the first T20I. Pakistan and Sri Lanka are set to begin their three-match women’s T20I series from Friday, at the Rangiri DambullaInternational Cricket Stadium in Dambulla.  The second and third T20Is will be played on 2 and 4 August, respectively. Wicketkeeper-batter Muneeba Ali will … Read more

Reports said Gianni Infantino told FIFA member associations they would each receive US$40 million if they backed the Fifa Forward Enterprise plan. Photo: AFP PARIS: FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that the proposed launch of a private subsidiary to expoit the commercial benefits of the World Cup was “an opportunity but not an obligation”. In a video released … Read more