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Rangpur Riders' title defense crumbles in 32-run loss to Guyana Amazon Warriors in GSL final
Guyana Amazon Warriors defeated defending champions Rangpur Riders by 32 runs at Providence Stadium during Saturday's Global Super League final. Warriors captain Imran Tahir chose to bat first after winning the toss. Johnson Charles retired out at 67 runs while Rahmanullah Gurbaz scored 66 runs during their 121-run partnership. Late hitting from Sherfane Rutherford and Romario Shepherd pushed Warriors to 196 runs. Dwaine Pretorius claimed three wickets for the winning team. Riders struggled throughout their chase of the target total. Ibrahim Zadran fell early through a run out while Soumya Sarkar managed only 13 runs. Kyle Mayers contributed just five runs as Riders reached 32 for three after six overs. Saif Hassan and Iftikhar Ahmed...
Rangpur Riders face record chase as Guyana Amazon Warriors set 197-run target in GSL final
Guyana Amazon Warriors posted 197 runs against defending champions Rangpur Riders at Providence Stadium on Saturday. Captain Imran Tahir chose to bat after winning the toss, forcing Riders to field for the first time this tournament. The Bangladeshi franchise had previously batted first during all four league matches. Riders altered their lineup by selecting Kyle Mayers, Azmatullah Omarzai, and Tabraiz Shamsi over Yasir Ali, Rakibul Hasan, and Harmeet Singh. Khaled Ahmed struck early by dismissing Evin Lewis for five runs. Johnson Charles scored 67 runs before retiring out, while Rahmanullah Gurbaz contributed 66 runs in their 121-run partnership. Tabraiz Shamsi removed Gurbaz, and Iftikhar Ahmed dismissed Shimron Hetmyer without...
Rangpur Riders set to defend title in Guyana Global Super League final
Guyana Amazon Warriors captain Imran Tahir elected to field after winning the toss against defending champions Rangpur Riders. The ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League final takes place at Providence Stadium on Saturday. Riders' captain Nurul Hasan Sohan had won three of the four previous tosses during league competition. The Bangladeshi franchise batted first in every league match and successfully defended each target they established. They defeated Guyana Amazon Warriors by eight runs, Hobart Hurricanes by one run, and Dubai Capitals by eight runs before rain abandoned their Central Stags encounter. Rangpur Riders altered their lineup with three substitutions for the championship match. Kyle Mayers, Azmatullah Omarzai, and Tabraiz...
Zimbabwe secures 2027 Rugby World Cup spot with 30-28 win over Namibia
Zimbabwe secured their place at the 2027 Rugby World Cup after defeating Namibia 30-28 during Saturday's Africa Cup final match. The victory marks the team's return to rugby's premier tournament after a 36-year absence since their last participation in 1991. During that previous appearance, Zimbabwe suffered defeats against Ireland, Scotland, and Japan with scores of 55-11, 51-12, and 52-8, respectively. Australia will host the 2027 tournament. Namibia retains qualification opportunities through the upcoming playoff matches. The defeated Namibian squad will compete against the United Arab Emirates in playoff action before advancing to the final qualifying rounds scheduled for November in Dubai. Should Namibia succeed in these matches...
Maryam Nawaz Sharif oversees swift road restoration across Punjab after landslides and floods
Punjab authorities completed emergency road repairs after Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif ordered immediate restoration work throughout the province. Heavy equipment cleared debris from major transportation routes that landslides and flooding had blocked during recent severe weather events. Workers restored access on Pind Dadan Khan to Jhelum Road, Matta Khurd Road near Kallar Kahar, and the Kallar Kahar to Chakwal corridor for normal vehicle movement. Repair teams filled rain-damaged pavement cracks with soil and reopened Crowley Dhok Bridge Road in Rawalpindi after a temporary closure. The chief minister supervised restoration efforts directly, receiving continuous progress reports on highway rehabilitation projects across the...
DG Civil Defense Muhammad Ali Randhawa orders upgrade of emergency services and volunteer training across Islamabad
Muhammad Ali Randhawa oversaw extensive improvements to civil defense systems throughout Islamabad and its surrounding areas. The Capital Development Authority chairman held discussions with senior officials at headquarters on Saturday. Emergency response capabilities will receive enhanced equipment and updated training protocols. Officials reviewed current performance standards at the National Institute of Fire Technology and provincial training facilities. The administration approved multiple reforms targeting fire response, bomb disposal, and volunteer preparation programs. Thirty-six master trainers will receive advanced instruction methods for volunteer education. Training centers across Pakistan will undergo modernization...
Junaid Chaudhry announces 50% port charge reduction to boost trade and sustainability at Karachi Port
Federal Maritime Affairs Minister Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry revealed plans to slash Karachi Port fees by half. The government expects this reduction will lower carbon emissions from shipping operations while boosting trade efficiency. Port handling, vessel, and storage costs will decrease significantly under the new policy. Officials also canceled a planned five percent annual fee increase that would have affected exporters. These changes target environmental improvements alongside economic benefits for businesses using the facility. The reforms support broader environmental goals within Pakistan's shipping industry. Faster port operations will reduce vessel waiting times and fuel consumption throughout the supply chain. Advanced...
Governor Faisal Kundi praises security forces' bravery in Hangu operation against Fitna-e-Hindustan terrorists
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi honored military personnel who completed their mission against Fitna-e-Hindustan militants in Hangu district. The governor praised their courage during the dangerous confrontation with terrorist elements. He acknowledged the personal sacrifices security teams made while protecting regional communities. Kundi emphasized his admiration for their professional dedication under challenging circumstances. The provincial leader recognized their success in eliminating threats to public safety. Medical care directives were issued by the governor for wounded officers requiring immediate attention. Hangu District Police Officer Khalid Khan received priority treatment, along with Thall Scouts...
Amir Muqam reaffirms support for Kashmir's right to self-determination on Accession Day
Engineer Amir Muqam expressed Pakistan's continued backing for Kashmir during Saturday's commemoration events. The federal minister oversees Kashmir Affairs, Gilgit-Baltistan, and the SAFRON departments. He emphasized the historical importance of July 19, 1947, when regional leaders voted unanimously for Pakistani integration. Religious and cultural connections motivated this decision alongside geographic considerations. Muqam described this moment as transformative for Jammu and Kashmir's political future. The minister criticized India's military presence throughout the disputed territory. He characterized decades of occupation as violations against basic human freedoms. Pakistani officials maintain their commitment to peaceful...

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