Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson delivered sharp criticism of the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium surface following his team's defeat against Bangladesh. The former New Zealand mentor declared the pitch unfit for international matches after Pakistan collapsed to 110 runs. Hesson acknowledged tactical errors but emphasized that playing conditions created unrealistic challenges for batsmen. He argued that such surfaces fail to prepare teams adequately for major tournaments like the Asia Cup. The coach expressed concerns about whether these conditions benefit Bangladesh's long-term cricket development.
Bangladesh opener Parvez Hossain Emon rejected Hesson's assessment of the playing surface. The batsman highlighted his team's successful...
Bangladesh secured a commanding seven-wicket victory over Pakistan during the opening Twenty20 International at Dhaka. The hosts bowled out their opponents for 110 runs, marking Pakistan's lowest total against Bangladesh in this format. Taskin Ahmed claimed three wickets for 22 runs while Mustafizur Rahman delivered exceptional figures of two wickets for six runs. Pakistan collapsed from an early position of strength as half their batting lineup fell for just 46 runs. Fakhar Zaman led Pakistan's resistance with 44 runs before the team folded in 19.3 overs.
Parvez Hossain anchored Bangladesh's chase with an unbeaten 56 runs from 39 deliveries. His innings featured five sixes and three boundaries as Bangladesh reached their target in...
Bangladesh's bowling attack dismantled Pakistan for 110 runs during the opening Twenty20 International at Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium. Mustafizur Rahman delivered his career-best T20I figures by claiming two wickets while conceding just six runs across four overs. Taskin Ahmed captured three wickets for 22 runs and secured two dismissals in the final over. Tanzim Hasan Sakib contributed one wicket for 20 runs to complete the bowling effort. The Tigers restricted their opponents through consistent pressure and strategic bowling changes.
Pakistan began aggressively by accumulating 32 runs during the opening three overs before regular wicket losses halted their progress. Fakhar Zaman led the batting effort with 44 runs while Abbas...
Bangladesh captain Litton Das ended his streak of nine consecutive toss defeats when he won the coin flip against Pakistan at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium. The hosts returned to T20I action at their home venue after a 14-month absence from the format. Das opted to bowl first after winning the toss.
Pakistan skipper Salman Agha confirmed that he would have made the same choice regarding the batting order. Bangladesh altered their lineup from the recent Sri Lanka encounter by bringing in Taskin Ahmed in place of Shoriful Islam. Fast bowler Salman Mirza earned his maiden T20I cap for the visiting team.
The home team fielded Parvez Hossain Emon and Tanzid Hasan as openers with Das keeping wicket. Pakistan started with Fakhar...
Inter Miami demolished New York Red Bulls 5-1 at Sports Illustrated Stadium after Lionel Messi netted twice against the hosts. The Argentine captain rebounded from his team's midweek 3-0 loss to FC Cincinnati with an outstanding display. Alexander Hack put the Red Bulls ahead after 14 minutes before Miami responded decisively. Former Barcelona defender Jordi Alba leveled the match on 24 minutes following Messi's assist.
Telasco Segovia struck twice for the visitors before halftime to establish control. The midfielder converted Alba's cross on 27 minutes then added another goal during stoppage time. Messi dominated the second period with two clinical finishes. Sergio Busquets released the World Cup winner with a precise pass before...
Bangladesh prepares to face Pakistan in T20 International cricket at Shere Bangla National Stadium after defeating Sri Lanka in their recent series comeback. The hosts secured their first T20I series victory against Sri Lanka by overturning a 1-0 deficit. Captain Litton Das expressed team confidence while emphasizing the need for peak performance against their opponents. Young players like Tanzid Hasan and middle-order batsmen Shamim Hossain and Towhid Hridoy have strengthened the squad composition. The spin bowling attack remains Bangladesh's primary weapon at the Mirpur venue.
Pakistan enters the series with a dominant historical record against Bangladesh, winning 19 matches from 22 previous encounters. Captain Agha Salman...
Jamaica's Oblique Seville defeated Olympic champion Noah Lyles in the 100-meter sprint at Saturday's Diamond League event in London. Seville crossed the finish line in 9.86 seconds while Lyles secured second place with a time of 10.00 seconds. Britain's Zharnel Hughes earned third position, clocking 10.02 seconds. Lyles struggled with his start but expressed satisfaction with his season-opening performance after recovering from an ankle tendon injury. The American sprinter aims to capture three gold medals at September's world championships in Tokyo.
Seville praised his execution against elite competition and emphasized the significance of running sub-10 seconds ahead of the major championship. The 24-year-old Jamaican previously...
25 members take oath on reserved seats in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly under the Governor's directive
Governor Faisal Karim Kundi conducted the swearing-in ceremony for twenty-five reserve seat representatives at his Peshawar residence. The Peshawar High Court had ordered this action after opposition parties filed legal challenges. Political leaders, including Amir Muqam, Dr. Ibad, Maulana Lutfur Rehman, and Sardar Muhammad Ali Bacha, witnessed the proceedings. The ceremony marked the end of a constitutional dispute that had prevented these lawmakers from taking office.
Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam secured nine positions while Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz obtained eight seats. Pakistan Peoples Party received five representatives, and Awami National Party gained two members. Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Parliamentarians filled one remaining...
National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq praised Pakistan Air Force achievements during the Royal International Air Tattoo 2025 event in Britain. The PAF demonstrated remarkable capabilities through JF-17 Thunder Block C and C-130 aircraft exhibitions. These performances showcased Pakistan's aerospace technology advancement and military expertise before international audiences. Sadiq recognized the professional skills of pilots, technicians, and commanders who represented the nation.
The Speaker referenced PAF's combat record of destroying six hostile aircraft as evidence of operational readiness and defensive strength. He emphasized that skilled personnel protect Pakistani airspace with dedication and competence. Sadiq described...
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