FIFA’s hammer falls on Argentina after World Cup chaos
FIFA has come down hard on Argentina following a series of controversial incidents surrounding their World Cup campaign, handing out lengthy suspensions and a six-figure fine.
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Alcaraz returns as US Open raises stakes
Carlos Alcaraz's return to the US Open is more than just another major comeback.
The human cost of the Sydney Swans crisis
The Sydney Swans are facing a crisis that can no longer be measured in premiership points, finals positions or the fate of a single season.
Brook’s blazing 91 puts England in command despite Usman’s five-for
LEEDS - Harry Brook's blistering 91 and useful contributions from Dan Lawrence and Joe Root put England firmly in command of the first Test against Pakistan, despite left-arm spinner Ali Usman claiming his maiden five-wicket haul as the hosts reached 366-8 at stumps on Thursday.
Iran kabaddi team arrives in Islamabad for joint camp with Pakistan
LAHORE - The Iranian kabaddi team arrived in Islamabad on Thursday to join the Pakistan national squad for a joint training camp and a series of friendly matches as part of both teams' preparations for the 20th Asian Games, Aichi-Nagoya, Japan 2026.
Shahzaib bags bronze at World Taekwondo President’s Cup
LAHORE - Pakistan's Shahzaib Khan secured a bronze medal in the men's under-54kg category on the fourth day of the World Taekwondo 8th President's Cup (Asia Region), as three more senior kyorugi categories reached their finals in Lahore.
Fatima Jinnah, Benazir Bhutto teams named for Sukkur girls’ basketball festival
KARACHI - The teams for the Berger Paints Trophy Independence Day Girls Basketball Festival in Sukkur have been finalised following two days of trials, with the players selected for the Mohtarma Fatima Jinnah and Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Shaheed teams.
Pakistan sweep Chinese Taipei 3-0 in U17 Volleyball World Championship opener
LAHORE - Pakistan launched their FIVB Boys' U17 World Championship 2026 campaign in impressive fashion, sweeping Chinese Taipei 3-0 in their opening Pool E match in Doha on Thursday.
Shalimar Zone officials to sponsor Rab Nawaz Memorial T20
LAHORE - Shalimar Zone Cricket Association President Muhammad Arshad, Secretary Muhammad Khurshid and Treasurer Asif Aziz have announced that they will personally bear all expenses of the Rab Nawaz Memorial T20 Club Cricket Tournament, setting an example of commitment to the promotion of grassroots cricket.
Pakistan Hockey League set for launch in first quarter of 2027
LAHORE - The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has announced that the inaugural Pakistan Hockey League will be staged in the first quarter of 2027, describing the planned competition as a potential turning point for the country's national sport.
Iranian team arrives in Islamabad for joint Kabaddi training camp, friendly matches
The Iranian team has arrived in Islamabad to participate in a Joint Kabaddi Training Camp and Friendly Kabaddi Matches with the Pakistan National Kabaddi Camp Trainees/Team, as part of their preparations for the 20th Asian Games, Aichi-Nagoya, Japan 2026.
ICC overturns Gaddafi Stadium pitch penalty while Maple Leaf ground keeps three demerit points
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has revised its decisions on pitch ratings for matches played in June after reviewing appeals submitted by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and Cricket Canada.
Sydney Swans scandal deepens as women raise safety fears
The crisis engulfing the Sydney Swans has deepened with one of the women involved saying she now fears for her safety as police continue investigating allegations stemming from an incident at a Melbourne hotel.