The second One-Day International of the three match series between Pakistan Women and South Africa Women is being played in Karachi today.
The match will start at 3:30 pm Pakistan Standard Time.
Source: Radio Pakistan
Serbian professional tennis player Novak Djokovic has won the US Open men’s final with a 24th Grand Slam title by beating Russian player Daniil Medvedev 6-3, 7-6 (7-5), 6-3.
The victory equals Margaret Court’s record Grand Slam haul and Djokovic’s victory capped another remarkable Grand Slam campaign with wins at the Australian, French and US Opens and a return to the top of the world rankings.
Source: Radio Pakistan
Asia Cup match b/w Pakistan, India delayed due to rain
In Asia Cup cricket tournament Super Four stage, match to be played between Pakistan and India at Colombo has been delayed due to rain.
Earlier, the match was stopped due to rain yesterday when India scored 147 runs for the loss of 2 wickets in 24.1 overs.
Source: Radio Pakistan
Asia Cup 2023: India defeat Pakistan by 228 runs
In the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup Cricket, India beat Pakistan by 228 runs at Colombo on Monday night.
Batting first, India scored 356 runs for the loss of two wickets in allotted fifty overs.
In reply, Pakistan were all out for 128 in 32 overs.
Source: Radio Pakistan
Pakistan make history by winning European Long Range Championship
Pakistani Long Range Team has made history by winning European Long Range Championship held at Bisley, UK.
Lieutenant General Ahsan Gulrez and Colonel Junaid Waqas won silver medals while Lieutenant Colonel Junaid Ali secured Gold. These are the first ever international medals to be won by Pakistan in international long range event.
It was the maiden appearance of Pakistan in the European Championship to compete with over 80 international shooters from 12 nations in individual matches and 12 teams in team matches.
Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has felicitated Pakistan’s Army Long Range Team for winning European Long Range Championship.
In a statement today, he said we are proud of our military men who participated in the tournament and performed brilliantly.
Source: Radio Pakistan
Wasim Akram Opens Up on his ‘Rivalry’ with Waqar Younis
Wasim Akram has termed his tussle with Waqar Younis from their playing days as a ‘healthy competition’ while he admitted that bad blood was present between the two pacers in the old times.
In an exclusive interview with ProPakistani, cricket legend Wasim Akram recently shed light on his once-famous rivalry with fellow pace bowler Waqar Younis. Wasim Akram revealed that the fierce competition to outdo each other in terms of wicket-taking was, in fact, a healthy rivalry that benefited both players and the Pakistani cricket team as a whole.
The former pacer emphasized that, despite their rivalry on the field, jealousy never crept into their sportsmanship. Instead, they helped each other on the field in terms of bowling strategy which contributed significantly to their shared success in international cricket.
Acknowledging that they were both young and carried their fair share of egos at the time, Wasim Akram confessed that personal differences did exist between the two. However, he reassured that such matters have long been put behind them.
Over the years, the legendary duo has not only buried their differences but also forged a strong bond that extends beyond the cricketing arena.
Source: Pro Pakistani
Punjab Governor inaugurates extensive Women Sports Complex at UAF
Punjab Governor Muhammad Baligh-ur-Rahman inaugurated extensive Women Sports Complex at University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) today.
The project under the supervision of caretaker Punjab government has been completed with a cost of thirty one hundred million rupees.
Multi-purpose hall, Olympic standard swimming pool, squash court, fitness center and other facilities are available in the Women’s Sports Complex.
Source: Radio Pakistan
Mohammad Haris Set to Participate in BPL After Signing Direct Deal
Chattogram Challengers have signed a direct deal with emerging Pakistani wicket-keeper batter, Mohammad Haris, for the upcoming season of the BPL.
Mohammad Haris is set to join Chattogram Challengers as a notable addition to their batting lineup for the upcoming Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2023 season. Haris is known for his explosive batting performances, showcasing his talent as both a reliable wicket-keeper and a dynamic batter.
As the current winning captain of the Emerging Asia Cup 2023, Mohammad Haris brings a wealth of experience and skill to the team. His inclusion promises to bolster Chattogram Challengers’ performance in the upcoming tournament, making them a formidable contender to watch.
It is pertinent to mention that Babar Azam had signed a deal to showcase his batting prowess in the BPL earlier. Mohammad Haris is also ready to follow in his footsteps and participate in the T20 league in Bangladesh.
Source: Pro Pakistani