Category: Sport

Donald Trump unveils fast-track visas for 2026 World Cup with “FIFA Pass”

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Donald Trump announcing the 2026 World Cup ‘FIFA Pass’ visa plan.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is set to take place in the United States, Canada and Mexico, has caused fears among fans who must obtain visas approved by one of world’s most tightly controlled countries. In an announcement that has already triggered wide controversy worldwide,US President Donald Trump has introduced a unique visa scheme for fans hoping to attend the tournament, but the initiative comes with one clear warning from his administration: just having a ticket will not mean entry into the country. The scheme, dubbed “FIFA Pass,” was…

Sri Lanka The Pakistan Army deployed national team to protect cricket

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Pak Army protect the Sri Lankan Team

After the incident in Islamabad, the Pakistani Army and paramilitary forces will protect Sri Lanka’s national team from any danger during their upcoming matches in Pakistan. After visiting Field Marshal Asim Munir assured the visitors they would be safe in Pakistan. The Sri Lanka cricket team’s security was in the hands of the Pakistan Army, which took over from the police before the ODI series and will be responsible for keeping order during T20I matches.When the team transfer to and from their hotel to Pindi Cricket Stadium, the Pakistan Army…

India and South Africa set for historic Women’s ODI World Cup final

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“Women cricketers in action during ODI World Cup final”

So everywhere you look in this 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup has been touched by history; and Sunday’s India v defending champs Australia final was no different. After South Africa thrashed England to reach the final, the hosts’ India produced an equally good performance in making only their third Women’s ODI World Cup final appearance ever by defeating defending champions Australia in what can only be described as history. Who can say which of these national teams will pass on new records if they happen on Sunday? The final is…

Rizwan has reportedly refused to sign the PCB’s new contract.

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Muhammad Rizwan donot sign the PCB's new contract.

According to media reports, Mohammad Rizwan has not signed the Pakistan Cricket Board’s central contract for 2025–26 and has asked the board for clarification after being moved from Category A to Category B. The PCB announced central contracts for 30 players running from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, placing players into Categories B, C and D and, unusually for this cycle, leaving Category A vacant. Both Rizwan and Babar Azam were in Category A last season but in the new structure, they were shunted into Category B—a move…

The Latest Updates on the PSL’s Expansion Program

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The Latest Updates on the PSL’s Expansion Program

Two new franchises about to join the league in the 11th edition, set for April and May next year, this will be the biggest expansion that Pakistan Super League (PSL) has known. Sources disclose that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is now in the final stages of planning to include these new teams. This involves the framework of ownership and franchise rights. Although the PSL has long been preparing for expansion, the decision was only taken in earnest post-season 10. The board now officially interviewed a list of potential new…

Twenty teams finally qualify for ICC T20 World Cup 2026

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Twenty teams finally qualify for ICC T20 World Cup 2026

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) have officially punched their tickets for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, thanks to their convincing eight-wicket win over Japan in the Asia-East Asia Pacific (EAP) Qualifier. This marks the last team that we were waiting to hear from in (or confirm) our 20-strong lineup for next year’s tournament. U.A.E. bowler Haider Ali performed marvelously in taking three wickets for twenty runs and helped the Japanese side close on a mere 117. Afterwards, U.A.E. openers Muhammad Waseem Alishan Sharafu used their experience to relive the…

Scottish GPs Question the SNP Plans for National Drop-In Service

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Scottish GPs Question the SNP Plans for National Drop-In Service

General practitioners across Scotland became worried about a Scottish National Party (SNP) proposal to establish new walk-in GP centres. The government declared that these centres would operate seven days a week. Then they aimed at relieving pressure on the existing practices, which would get more flexible access to them. However, doctors argue that this plan may have the opposite effect on the current crisis in GP care rather than solve it. GPs warn right across the country that new centers cannot be started out up unless an already struggling primary…

Policeman killed while guarding Peshawar polio team

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Policeman killed

A policeman, while protecting a female polio vaccination team yesterday in Peshawar’s Matta section, was shot and killed by yet another attack, this one targeting health workers engaged in Pakistan’s long-running anti-polio campaign. Two unidentified gunmen on a motorcycle shot at a door-to-door vaccination campaign, said police reports Monday. The officer was hitting numerous times and died on the spot. The attackers escaped before reinforcements could arrive. An extensive search operation by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police, shutting off access to the area and routes for escape, is undertaking to try…

Great Scottish Run Child Events Called Off Due To Weather Warning

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Great Scottish Run Child Events Called Off Due To Weather Warning

‘Great Scottish Run’ organizers decided to call off all child events when the weatherman issued a storm warning for Glasgow. After consulting an updated forecast all teams are known to have emailed advisers in the early hours and suggested this rash decision. The kids were supposed to be racing runners at Glasgow Green, but due to heavy rain and strong winds the circuit was under threat from both sides. Barriers were taken down by volunteers and tents cleared out, families were briefed before people started to gather at the starting…

India Refuses Asia Cup Trophy from Pakistan’s ACC Chief

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India Refuses Asia Cup Trophy

India won the final of the 2025 Asia Cup against Pakistan on September 28, but it was what happened during the post-match ceremony that stole all headlines. The Indian side refused to take the trophy from Mohsin Naqvi, President of Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and also Pakistan’s Interior Minister. The incident swiftly became a political and sporting furor. Playing here in Dubai, India bossed the game with their control and energy levels to end up comfortable winners against Pakistan. The fans had been waiting for a big celebration, but the…