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PFL Announces Rs1 Million Prize for Footballer Muhammad Riaz

12Mar

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Pakistan, Sports

PFL Announces Rs1 Million Prize for Footballer Muhammad Riaz

Muhammad Riaz, a Pakistani footballer who represented the country in the 2018 Asian Games, was seen in a viral video selling "jalebis" to make ends meet. The Pakistan Football League (PFL) announced a prize of Rs 1 million for Muhammad Riaz. They also offered him a "prominent position" within the league and international training opportunities. The Pakistan Football League (PFL) has pledged Rs1 million and a significant role in the league for Muhammad Riaz, a footballer who represented Pakistan in the 2018 Asian Games. This decision comes after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif invited Riaz to his official residence following a viral video showing him selling jalebis to support his family. Riaz, once a promising player, found himself without a job when his former club, K-Electric, disba...

No Pakistanis in ICC 2025 Team of the Tournament

10Mar

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Sports

No Pakistanis in ICC 2025 Team of the Tournament

The ICC announced the Champions Trophy 2025 Team of the Tournament, with no Pakistani player included. The ICC clarified that only the host board’s head is invited, and since Naqvi did not attend, no PCB official participated. Despite controversies, the Champions Trophy 2025 concluded successfully, with India lifting the title for the third time. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the Champions Trophy 2025 Team of the Tournament, with no Pakistani player making the final XI. The squad, led by New Zealand’s Mitchell Santner, includes five Indian cricketers and four from New Zealand. India, the tournament winner, dominated the selection after their thrilling final victory against New Zealand. Afghanistan also made history with two players in the squad following thei...

Champions Trophy: New Zealand Gears Up for Semi-Final Against South Africa

4Mar

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Sports

Champions Trophy: New Zealand Gears Up for Semi-Final Against South Africa

New Zealand is confident ahead of their Champions Trophy semi-final against South Africa despite enduring a challenging travel schedule. Skipper Mitchell Santner assured that the team is ready to perform at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on Wednesday. New Zealand began their ODI tournament campaign in Pakistan with two wins but suffered a 44-run defeat to India in Dubai on Sunday. Following the match, team flew back to Pakistan for their semi-final encounter. Despite hectic schedule, Santner expressed optimism about their preparation. "It was actually more of a daytime sleep," Santner said on Tuesday. "Travel was tough, but it's good to have it behind us. Now, we can reset, train, and focus on tomorrow’s game." Champions Trophy is being played under a hybrid model due to India's refusa...

Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Finalists Confirmed

1Mar

By Tahreem Akram1 Comment

Sports

Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Finalists Confirmed

Semi-final lineup for Champions Trophy 2025 is complete, with India, New Zealand, Australia, and South Africa securing their spots. Despite Pakistan's early exit, South Africa sealed final spot by dismissing England for just 179 runs. IndiaIndia dominated the tournament from start, defeating Bangladesh and Pakistan in commanding fashion. Their strong performances established them as a top contender for the trophy. In final group-stage match, they will face New Zealand in a highly anticipated clash. New ZealandUnder Mitchell Santner’s leadership, New Zealand made an impressive start to their Champions Trophy campaign. They carried their momentum from their tri-nation series triumph into the tournament. Black Caps secured victories over Pakistan and Bangladesh, proving their capabilit...

Virat Kohli Breaks Sachin Tendulkar Record In A Style

24Feb

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Sports

Virat Kohli Breaks Sachin Tendulkar Record In A Style

Virat Kohli has become the fastest batter to reach 14,000 ODI runs, surpassing the cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar. This milestone was reached during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match between India and Pakistan. It is also of note that Virat Kohli also scored his 51st ODI century during the same match. India’s star cricketer Virat Kohli has set another record, becoming the fastest batter to reach 14,000 runs in One-Day Internationals (ODIs). He achieved this milestone during India's ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match against Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on February 23, 2025. Kohli, known for his consistency and determination, surpassed the legendary Sachin Tendulkar by reaching the landmark in just 287 innings. Tendulkar had taken 350 innings to achieve the feat, ...