Babar Azam and Steve Smith produced a match-defining performance in the Sydney derby during the 2025–26 Big Bash League season, putting together a commanding 141-run opening partnership to guide the Sydney Sixers to a comfortable chase of 190.

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has approved Rs. 30 million under the Annual Development Programme for the construction of a sports complex in Karak district. District Sports Officer Tanveer shared the allocation during a briefing with Deputy Commissioner Asad Sarwar at the proposed project site on Tuesday.

England’s preparations for the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka have been disrupted as two key players, Adil Rashid and Rehan Ahmed, remain stuck due to delays in obtaining Indian visas. Both cricketers, of Pakistani origin, are waiting for clearance from Indian authorities, preventing them from joining the squad ahead of the team’s scheduled departure to Sri Lanka this weekend. As a

Pakistan faces a challenging decision over its first-choice wicketkeeper for the 2026 T20 World Cup, with Mohammad Rizwan likely unavailable. The team currently lacks a clear, reliable wicketkeeping option for the likely 15-man squad, creating a selection dilemma. Usman Khan has impressed in domestic cricket and earned a place in the national setup, but he has struggled to replicate his

Three Pakistan Super League (PSL 11) franchises—Karachi Kings, Islamabad United, and Quetta Gladiators—have reportedly proposed switching to an auction model for the upcoming 11th edition of the tournament. The teams have communicated their preference to PSL management and raised operational questions regarding direct signings, player category finalization, and consultation on team decisions.

Pakistan’s Noor Zaman has broken into the Top 30 of the Professional Squash Association (PSA) world rankings, reaching a career-best world number 30.

Aston Villa deepened the crisis at Tottenham Hotspur by securing a 2–1 victory in the FA Cup third round, a result that has pushed head coach Thomas Frank closer to losing his job. The defeat came after a poor first-half performance from Spurs at home, where defensive lapses and a lack of cohesion allowed Villa to take firm control of the match.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is reportedly exploring alternative venues within India for Bangladesh’s matches during the T20 World Cup 2026, amid ongoing security concerns raised by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). The board had formally requested moving Bangladesh’s fixtures entirely out of India to Sri Lanka, citing player safety following recent geopolitical tensions. However,

For the first time in its history, Pakistan’s U16 men’s national football team will take part in the UEFA U16 Development Tournament, scheduled from April 24 to 30, 2026, in Kazakhstan. The tournament will also feature youth teams from Russia and Azerbaijan, providing a competitive platform for emerging talent.

OZ Developers has revealed initial plans for branding its newly acquired Pakistan Super League franchise from Sialkot, focusing on creating a team identity that balances tradition and modern appeal. After winning the bid for PSL Team 8 with an offer of Rs. 185 crore, surpassing the Rs. 170 crore base price, the group emphasized that professional expertise will guide the naming and branding