Bangladesh cricketers face elimination pressure when they battle Sri Lanka at Dambulla International Cricket Stadium tomorrow evening. The Tigers must win the second Twenty20 clash starting at half past seven local time after suffering a crushing seven-wicket defeat during their series opener. Their dismal losing streak has reached six consecutive matches across multiple formats and series. Bowling mentor Mushtaq Ahmed blames batsmen for failing to build substantial innings when opportunities arise. The former Pakistan spinner insists players repeatedly waste strong starts by getting dismissed during crucial middle-order phases.
Kusal Mendis demonstrated the difference between average and match-winning performances by smashing 73 runs...
Hockey battles heat up at the Dazhou National Hockey Training Centre as Bangladesh prepares for their bronze medal showdown against Malaysia. The young squad faces off against their Southeast Asian rivals tomorrow evening at half past six local time. Both teams arrive at the third place playoff after heartbreaking semifinal defeats that crushed their championship dreams. The tournament action continues building toward the final weekend of competition. Malaysia and Bangladesh each earned their spots through different paths during the group stages.
Bangladesh stormed through Pool A with impressive victories over multiple opponents before stumbling against regional powerhouse Pakistan. The red and green warriors demolished Sri Lanka with...
Bangladesh's defending champions gear up for their second clash against Nepal at Bashundhara Kings Arena tomorrow evening. The match starts at 7pm following an earlier battle between Sri Lanka and Bhutan at 3pm. Captain Afeida Khandakar expects her squad to repeat their stunning opening performance. The team crushed Sri Lanka with a massive 9-1 scoreline that sent shockwaves through the tournament. Sagorika grabbed headlines with her brilliant hat-trick while Mst Munki Akhter added two more goals.
Nepal arrives with equal confidence after demolishing Bhutan 6-1 during their tournament opener. Forward Purnima Roy stole the spotlight with her own hat-trick performance that included four total goals. The Nepalese squad proved they can...
Pakistani bowling legend Wasim Akram showered praise on Australian speedster Mitchell Starc as the left-armer prepared for his century of Test matches. The veteran fast bowler declared Starc a modern cricket great while speaking about the milestone achievement. Akram emphasized how reaching 100 Tests proves exceptional quality and mental toughness in today's demanding cricket environment. The legendary pacer highlighted how rare such longevity becomes for fast bowlers who endure constant physical punishment. Australia's newest centurion joins an elite group of just 83 players worldwide who have reached the landmark.
Starc becomes the 16th Australian and second fast bowler from his country after Glenn McGrath to achieve 100 Test...
Pakistan cricket boss Mike Hesson laid down the law for two fallen stars who lost their Twenty20 spots after years of dominance. Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi helped the national squad reach back-to-back World Cup knockouts during 2021 and 2022 campaigns. The experienced pair missed out completely when Pakistan crushed Bangladesh 3-0 during Hesson's debut series last month. Both players currently sweat through intensive training sessions at a Karachi camp while fighting for comeback chances. The new coach insists the veteran duo remains central to future World Cup plans despite recent setbacks.
Hesson shut down wild rumors about Babar switching to wicketkeeper duties while clarifying the former captain battles Fakhar Zaman and Saim...
Cricket chiefs watched Italian players celebrate their maiden journey to the global Twenty20 stage after clinching a European qualifying berth. The Mediterranean squad punched their ticket to the 2026 tournament that will unfold across Sri Lanka and India. Former Australian Test star Joe Burns guided his adopted nation through the qualifying gauntlet with tactical brilliance. European cricket watchers witnessed Italy secure the runner-up position behind powerhouse Netherlands during the regional playoffs. The achievement marks a watershed moment for Italian cricket development on the international scene.
Jersey supporters felt heartbreak as their team missed qualification despite Italy suffering a crushing nine-wicket defeat against...
Bangladesh Coast Guard sailors grabbed international glory after battling a massive tanker blaze that threatened to destroy marine life around Chittagong Port. The International Maritime Organization handed out their first ever Certificate of Appreciation to the country for the daring rescue mission. Lieutenant Commander Harun-ur-Rashid from Coast Guard headquarters bragged about the historic achievement that put Bangladesh maritime forces on the world map. The recognition proves local sailors can handle major disasters just like their international counterparts. Media officers called the award a massive boost for national pride across the entire country.
Flames erupted from the MT Banglar Shourabh crude oil vessel during a terrifying...
Bangladesh remembers a legal giant whose legacy continues shaping the country's judicial landscape decades after his passing. Barrister Syed Ishtiaque Ahmed left behind an incredible mark when he died 22 years ago during the summer of 2003. The distinguished lawyer built a career spanning over four decades while serving at the highest levels of government and academia. His son currently sits as Chief Justice Syed Refaat Ahmed, carrying forward the family tradition of legal excellence. The anniversary brings fresh attention to his remarkable contributions during turbulent political periods.
Government leaders tapped Ahmed twice for crucial caretaker roles during the democracy transitions of 1996 and 2001. His legal expertise helped...
The World Health Organization yanked Saima Wazed from her cushy regional director job and tossed her on indefinite leave starting Friday. Health Policy Watch broke the news about WHO bosses finally taking action against the embattled official four months after Bangladesh corruption fighters slapped her with fraud charges. Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus fired off a quick email to staff announcing Wazed would disappear from her Southeast Asia post. Assistant Director-General Catharina Boehme stepped into the hot seat as temporary replacement while the scandal unfolds. WHO headquarters decided they could not ignore the mounting legal pressure any longer.
Bangladesh investigators accused Wazed of cooking the books during her...
