Cricket

AFP/APP Sydney: Joe Root and Harry Brook shared an unbroken 154-run partnership on Sunday to rescue England and put the tourists in a strong position at tea on day one of the fifth and final Ashes Test against Australia. Batting after…

AFP/APP Sydney: Usman Khawaja said Friday he will retire from international cricket after the fifth and final Ashes clash against England, leaving behind a legacy as Australia’s first Muslim Test cricketer while lashing out at…

News Desk  Islamabad: In an era where T20 milestones are often measured by longevity, Babar Azam is redefining greatness through efficiency. The former Pakistan captain delivered a calm yet commanding match-winning performance for the…

AFP/APP Melbourne: England closed in on a morale-boosting victory in the chaotic fourth Ashes Test on Saturday, reaching 77-2 at tea on day two as they chased a modest target of 175 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Zak Crawley was…

AFP/APP Mumbai, India: Indian selectors on Saturday dropped Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill from the T20 squad for the World Cup in February following a prolonged slump in form. Gill, 26, has scored only 291 runs in his past 15 T20…

AFP/APP Wellington: Debutant Mitch Hay struck a composed half-century to help New Zealand build a 73-run first-innings lead before being bowled out for 278 on day two of the second Test against the West Indies on…

News Desk Islamabad: Google’s Year in Search 2025 has revealed what captured Pakistan’s attention online over the past year, with trends dominated by cricket, local dramas, technology, and practical “how-to” queries. Cricket remains…

AFP/APP Christchurch: A sparkling century by Shai Hope, ably supported by Justin Greaves, kept the West Indies clinging to a remote chance of saving the first Test against New Zealand in Christchurch. The visitors reached 212-4 at stumps…

News Desk  Rawalpindi: After nearly three weeks of fluctuating performances in Rawalpindi, Sri Lanka suddenly find themselves one win away from returning home with a tri-series trophy — an outcome that seemed improbable when this tour…

News Desk  Rawalpindi: Kamil Mishara’s brilliant 76 off 48 deliveries, featuring six fours and three sixes, anchored Sri Lanka’s total of 184 for 5 in their Twenty20 International tri-series clash against Pakistan at Rawalpindi Cricket…