American Madison Keys opened her Australian Open title defence with a tense but ultimately successful performance, rallying to beat Ukraine’s Oleksandra Oliynykova 7-6(6), 6-1 in the first round at Melbourne Park on Tuesday. The defending champion looked unusually shaky early, dropping the first four games and committing several double faults before finding her rhythm and...
In a refreshing display of sportsmanship and unity, the captains of Pakistan and India’s women’s futsal teams publicly rejected politics ahead of their match at the SAFF Women’s Futsal Championship in Thailand. Before kick-off, Pakistan skipper Kaynat Bukhari presented a traditional Ajrak to Indian captain Jugneet Chhehan, symbolising respect and camaraderie on the pitch, while both sides...
Pakistan got off the mark in the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2026, securing a convincing 6-wicket victory over Scotland in their 12th match of the tournament held in Harare, Zimbabwe. Scotland posted a total of 187 runs after batting first, with skipper Thomas Knight scoring 37, supported by Finlay Jones (33) and Ollie Jones...
The Netherlands national cricket team has officially unveiled its 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to be held in India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8. Led by captain Scott Edwards, the Dutch squad blends seasoned campaigners with emerging talent as it prepares for a tough...
In a development that has sent shockwaves through the cricket world, India has reportedly rejected visa applications for four American cricketers of Pakistani origin ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, raising uncertainty around the USA team’s participation in matches scheduled on Indian soil. The USA squad includes players born in Pakistan, like...
In a major development ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has officially announced that the national cricket team will not travel to India for the tournament under the current circumstances. The decision was made after an emergency board meeting involving 17 directors on January 4, 2026, with the...
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 tournament has reached the Round of 16 stage with a star-studded lineup featuring some of the continent’s most high-profile footballers. Achraf Hakimi, Mohamed Salah, and Victor Osimhen headline the group of standout performers progressing to the knockout stage, as AFCON resumes in Morocco this weekend. Paris Saint-Germain defender...
Superstar Cristiano Ronaldo delivered another standout performance as Saudi Pro League giants Al-Nassr secured a historic tenth consecutive win in the season with a 3–0 triumph over Al-Akhddood. The Portuguese forward scored twice, showcasing his trademark precision and leadership on the pitch as Al-Nassr strengthened their hold atop the league standings with a comfortable four-point...
Former Pakistan all-rounder Imad Wasim has confirmed that he has legally filed for divorce from his wife, Sania Ashfaq, bringing an end to their marriage after more than six years together. Wasim shared the announcement on Instagram, stating that the decision followed “repeated conflicts that could not be resolved over the past few years” and was made...
Retired NASCAR star Greg Biffle, along with his wife, Cristina, and their two children—Emma (14) and Ryder (5)—was among seven people killed in a private jet crash in Statesville, North Carolina, officials confirmed. The Cessna 550 business jet, bound for Florida, crashed near the Statesville Regional Airport while attempting to return shortly after takeoff, bursting...