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Alamgir Tareen, Multan Sultan’s owner, commits suicide

6Jul

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Sports

Alamgir Tareen, Multan Sultan’s owner, commits suicide

Alamgir Tareen's shocking turn of events left the cricket world in complete shock. Tragically, the owner of the Multan Sultans team in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) committed suicide. The unexpected nature of his death has shocked the sporting world, turning fans away. Both players and fans are mourning the loss of a devoted and passionate person. Cricket was Alamgir Tareen's absolute favorite sport, which made him well-known. Moreover, his tenacious efforts to advance the game in Pakistan. He was the Multan Sultans' owner, and as such, he was essential to the development and expansion of the team by bringing energy and resources to the group. The Multan Sultans had become a dominant force in the PSL while playing for him, winning the hearts of cricket fans with their outstanding per...

Babar Azam and M Rizwan joined Harvard Business School for the BEMS program

6Jun

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Business, Latest, Pakistan

Babar Azam and M Rizwan joined Harvard Business School for the BEMS program

Pakistan's cricket captain, Babar Azam, and wicket-keeper batsman, Mohammad Rizwan, have joined Harvard Business School's executive education program focused on the business of entertainment, media, and sports (BEMS). The three-week intensive course covers a wide range of topics related to the sports industry, including marketing, finance, and operations. Babar and Rizwan are the first cricketers to attend the Harvard BEMS program. Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan are considered by many to be among the best batsmen in the world. However, their decision to pursue an executive education program is a sign of their commitment to lifelong learning. Experienced professionals who want to advance their careers in the sports industry are designed to take the BEMS program. It covers topics such...

Babar Azam the youngest recipient of Sitara-e-Imtiaz

23Mar

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Sports

Babar Azam the youngest recipient of Sitara-e-Imtiaz

Cricket team's skipper Babar Azam was awarded by the third highest civilian government award. He dedicated this Sitara-e-Imtiaz to his parents and fans. Masood Jan and Bisma Maroof are also got acknowledgment for their services in sports. Pakistan cricket team’s captain for all formats, Babar Azam, has been honored with the Sitara-e-Imtiaz, the country’s third-highest civilian award. The award was presented to Babar during a Pakistan Day ceremony held at the Governor House Punjab on Thursday. At the age of 28, Babar became the youngest cricketer from Pakistan to receive the Sitara-e-Imtiaz. Several renowned Pakistani cricketers such as Misbah-ul-Haq, Younis Khan, Shahid Afridi, Sarfraz Ahmed, Saeed Ajmal, Muhammad Yousuf, Inzimam Ul Haq, and Javed Miandad have also received the sam...

12 players who hit 6/6 (Six Sixes) in cricket history

8Feb

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Sports

12 players who hit 6/6 (Six Sixes) in cricket history

Cricket is a sport of precision, technique, and endurance. Among the many achievements that cricketers aim for, hitting a perfect six sixes in a single over is something every cricket player considers a rare and impressive feat. Even the best of the best often fail to achieve it. However, over the course of cricket's history, there have been a select few who managed to hit six sixes in a single cricket match. Here, we look at the 12 players who accomplished this impressive feat. Garfield Sobers: The West Indian all-rounder achieved this feat in a match between Nottinghamshire and Glamorgan in 1968. Ravi Shastri: The former Indian cricketer achieved this feat in a match between India and Baroda in 1985. Herschelle Gibbs: The South African batsman achieved this feat in a match aga...

Cricket coming back to Quetta after 27 years during PSL 8

29Dec

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Pakistan, Sports

Cricket coming back to Quetta after 27 years during PSL 8

Pakistan Cricket Board has finally decided to bring cricket back to Quetta after 27 years. Pakistan Cricket Board decided to include Quetta Cricket Stadium as a venue for PSL 8 on December 24. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) decided that they will host the Pakistan Super League (PSL) at Quetta's Bugti Stadium. The eighth season of the league will happen from February 13 to March 19. The tournament will now feature games in Lahore, Karachi, Multan, Rawalpindi, and Quetta. The Quetta Stadium hosted its last ODI in 1996. It was a three-wicket Pakistan victory over Zimbabwe. However, now Quetta which is Pakistan's least populous but largest by area province will play host to a high-profile cricket match. High-ranking PCB profiles stated their remarks on this auspicious occasion. They said...