The Pakistan Olympic Association (POA) has honoured Rizwan Aftab Ahmed in recognition of his contributions to the development and welfare of athletes in Pakistan, officials said on Sunday.Rizwan has emerged over the years as a committed supporter of Pakistani athletes, providing financial, medical and nutritional assistance aimed at improving performance at elite levels. His support…
Tyson Fury returned to action with a unanimous points win over Arslanbek Makhmudov. Photo: AFP/FILE LONDON: Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury marked his latest return to the ring with a unanimous points win over Arslanbek Makhmudov on Saturday before immediately challenging Anthony Joshua to a ‘Battle of Britain’ super fight. Two-time former world champion Fury,…
Hyderabad Kingsmen edge Karachi Kings in a thrilling last-over finish to claim their maiden franchise victory. Photo: PSL/FILE Muhammad Irfan Khan produced a composed yet explosive finish as Hyderabad Kingsmen chased down a daunting 189-run target to defeat Karachi Kings by four wickets in the 20th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 at…
Pakistan Tennis Federation announces the historic visit of tennis legend Björn Borg during the ITF Men’s Futures series in Islamabad. Photo: AFP ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) is honored to announce the visit of global tennis icon Mr. Björn Borg to Pakistan during the ITF Men’s Futures Tennis Tournament series scheduled from 26 April…
Kusal Mendis and Babar Azam powered Peshawar Zalmi to a record-breaking 159-run victory over Karachi Kings. Photo: PSL/FILE Karachi Kings suffered the heaviest defeat in Pakistan Super League history on Thursday as Peshawar Zalmi stormed to a 159-run victory, powered by a brutal century from Kusal Mendis and an unbeaten 87 from Babar Azam. Both…
The teams are set to play three ODIs and three T20Is at the National Bank Stadium Zimbabwe women will make their first-ever tour of Pakistan this week, with a six-match white-ball series scheduled to run from April 29 to May 15 in Karachi. The tour features three ODIs and three T20Is at the National Bank…
Lin Yu-ting wins bronze at the Asian Elite Championships in Ulaanbaatar. Photo: AFP/FILE TAIPEI: Gender-row boxer Lin Yu-ting’s coach said the Taiwanese Olympic champion would target Asian Games gold after stepping up in weight and winning bronze in her first event since the Paris Olympics. Lin, who won gold at 57kg at the 2024 Games,…
Ceremonial lighting of the cauldron ahead of ticket registration launch. LOS ANGELES: Ticket sales for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics opened globally on Thursday after what organizers said was a record-setting first week of local presales, underscoring strong early demand for a Games that must rely heavily on private revenue.LA28 said it sold more tickets…
Andy Robertson will bring down the curtain on his nine-year career at Liverpool at the end of the season. Photo: AFP/FILE LIVERPOOL: Andy Robertson will bring down the curtain on his nine-year career at Liverpool at the end of the season, the faltering Premier League champions announced on Thursday.The 32-year-old has made 373 appearances for…
Max Verstappen’s future comes under scrutiny as long-time race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase prepares to leave Red Bull for McLaren in 2028. Photo: AFP/FILE LONDON: Four-time world champion Max Verstappen’s future in Formula One was again cast in doubt on Thursday after it was confirmed that his long-time race engineer will leave Red Bull for McLaren….