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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Naseem Shah have been dropped from the squad for the second and third Test matches against England. Conversely, the selection committee decided after careful consideration of the current player form. In a major decision, Pakistan’s top cricketer Babar Azam, along with key pacers Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah, has been rested for the second and third Test matches against England. After Pakistan’s heavy loss in the first Test, where England posted an extraordinary 823/7. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the selection committee decided to make significant changes. The decision to rest Babar, Shaheen, and Naseem was based on their recent form and fitness. Babar, who has been struggling with his per...

Rafael Nadal, the legendary Spanish tennis player often referred to as the "King of Clay" due to his dominance on clay courts, has announced his retirement from professional tennis. This decision comes after a prolonged period of injury-related setbacks that have significantly impacted his performance. Rafael Nadal, known as the "King of Clay," has announced his retirement from professional tennis after the Davis Cup finals in November 2024. After battling injuries in recent years, the 38-year-old Spanish tennis legend has decided it’s time to step away from the sport. Nadal shared the news through a heartfelt video on social media, acknowledging the challenges he's faced recently. "I am here to let you know I am retiring from professional tennis," Nadal said in a video, posted on s...

Spinner Sadia Iqbal became the first player from Pakistan to top the International Cricket Council (ICC) Women’s T20I rankings. She briefly overtook long-time number-one England’s left-arm spinner Sophie Ecclestone. Conversely, her achievement serves as a major milestone for Pakistani women's cricket. Pakistan's left-arm spinner, Sadia Iqbal, made history by becoming the first Pakistani player to top the ICC Women’s T20I rankings. This marked a significant milestone for Pakistan in women’s cricket, though her reign at the top was short-lived. Sadia’s rise came during the ongoing ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. After a stellar performance in a Group A match against Sri Lanka, where she took 3 wickets for 17 runs. She equaled the points of England’s Sophie Ecclestone, the long-time to...

Afghanistan Cricket Star Rashid Khan tied the knot in a joyous ceremony attended by his family, friends, fans, and fellow cricketers. Many prominent Afghan cricketers congratulated Rashid Khan, including veteran player Mohammad Nabi. The Afghan team captain wished him a lifetime of happiness and success. The wedding followed Pashtun customs and Rashid Khan wore a traditional Afghan outfit. On Thursday, October 4, 2024, Afghanistan Cricket Star Rashid Khan celebrated his wedding day in a joyful ceremony. Interestingly, he shared his wedding with his three brothers—Amir Khalil, Zakiullah, and Raza Khan—who also tied the knot the same day. The event was held at the Imperial Continental Hotel in Kabul, following traditional Pashtun customs. Moreover, outside the venue, several individuals ...