China set to host first NBA preseason games since 2019
The NBA is set to rekindle its relationship with China, which had cooled since 2019, by hosting two preseason games in Macao this October. Reports on Thursday revealed that the Brooklyn Nets and Phoenix Suns will face off on October 10 and 12,
Zimbabwe stun Pakistan in third T20I to seal consolation victory
BULAWAYO: Debutant Tinotenda Maposa backed his bowling figures of 1/12 with a match-winning cameo of 12 not out to power Zimbabwe to a thrilling two-wicket consolation victory over Pakistan in the final T20I of the three-match series here at Queens Sports Club on
Rickelton’s maiden ton puts South Africa in command against Sri Lanka
GQEBERHA: Ryan Rickelton’s maiden Test century highlighted South Africa’s innings on the opening day of the second Test against Sri Lanka at St George’s Park on Thursday. The home side finished at 269-7, with Kyle Verreynne (48*) and Keshav Maharaj at the crease
BCCI agrees to PCB-proposed ‘fusion formula’ for Champions Trophy
KARACHI: The long-standing impasse between India and Pakistan regarding the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 appears to be nearing resolution, as both nations have reportedly agreed to adopt a neutral venue model for ICC tournaments hosted by either country. Sources revealed this breakthrough
Former Aussie star named Italy T20I captain
Former Australian cricketer Joe Burns has been named the new T20I captain of Italy, succeeding Gareth Berg. The appointment comes at a crucial juncture as Italy prepares for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Europe Regional Final next year. This tournament serves as
Pakistan win toss, elect to bat first in third T20I against Zimbabwe
BULAWAYO: Pakistan have won the toss and elected to bat first in the final T20I of the three-match series against Zimbabwe here at Queens Sports Club on Thursday. PLAYING XIs Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan, Usman Khan (wk), Omair Bin Yousuf, Salman Agha (c), Tayyab
Baroda smashes Zimbabwe’s T20 record with mammoth total
Baroda’s cricket team has rewritten the history books by recording the highest-ever team total in T20 cricket, amassing a staggering 349/5 against Sikkim in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. This remarkable feat breaks Zimbabwe’s previous record of 344/4, set on October 23,
Haris Rauf nominated for ICC Men’s Player of the Month
Dubai: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the nominees for the Men’s Player of the Month Award for November 2024, with Pakistan’s Haris Rauf earning a spot alongside India’s Jasprit Bumrah and South Africa’s Marco Jansen. Each player delivered exceptional performances that
Champions Trophy 2025: PCB chairman Naqvi arrives in Dubai for crucial ICC meeting
Dubai: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has arrived in Dubai to participate in a critical International Cricket Council (ICC) Board meeting today. The discussions are expected to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of international cricket, particularly concerning the
Bradman ‘baggy green’ cap worn against India sells for $311,000
Melbourne: A rare, sun-worn cricket cap once donned by legendary Australian batsman Don Bradman fetched an impressive A$479,700 (about $311,000) at auction, setting a new record for a cap worn by the cricket icon. This “baggy green” cap was part of Bradman’s gear
