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 IPSWICH, 05 September, 2026 (News Desk): Alexander Isak scored twice inside the opening 10 minutes as Liverpool secured their first victory under new manager Andoni Iraola with a 2-0 win over Ipswich at Portman Road on Friday. The result lifted Liverpool to fifth in the Premier League table and extended Iraola’s unbeaten start after two entertaining draws against Newcastle and Nottingham Forest. Isak, who joined Liverpool from Newcastle in a record £125 million transfer, showed signs of finding his best form after a difficult first season at Anfield. Cody Gakpo played a key role in both goals, providing the assists as Isak first capitalised on a goalkeeping error before racing onto a through ball to score at the near post. The Swedish striker now has three goals in three games th...

 DUBAI, 5 September, 2026 (News Desk): Pakistan and India could potentially face each other in a multi-nation cricket series as the International Cricket Council explores the possibility of organising a profitable tri-series or four-team tournament involving the arch-rivals, according to sources. The proposal is expected to be discussed during an ICC seminar on the Future Tours Programme, scheduled in Dubai on September 22 and 23. Pakistan has been advocating for a tri-series or four-nation tournament with India for several years, while the ICC is also examining whether multi-nation events could generate stronger commercial returns than traditional bilateral ODI or T20I series. Under the proposed format, Pakistan and India could be joined by one or two additional teams, with poten...

 BIRMINGHAM, 03 September, 2026 (Nosheen): England have announced a 15-member squad for the third and final Test against Pakistan, retaining Sonny Baker while leaving pacer Matthew Fisher out of the squad. England have already secured an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series and will aim to complete a clean sweep when the final Test begins at Edgbaston in Birmingham on September 9. England opened the series with an innings-and-103-run victory at Headingley before defeating Pakistan by 194 runs at Lord’s to wrap up the series with one match remaining. Sonny Baker has retained his place in the squad following his inclusion for the second Test, while Matthew Fisher has been omitted from the 15-member group for the Edgbaston Test. The back-to-back victories have also strengt...

 LONDON, 31 August, 2026 (Nosheen): Former Australia batter David Warner has questioned Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq’s absence from the Lord’s Test due to injury, recalling a similar incident involving Australian spinner Nathan Lyon. Imam suffered a strain to his left calf while fielding on the opening day of the Test and was subsequently replaced in the field by Salman Ali Agha. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) later confirmed that scans showed a low-grade calf strain and that the batter was receiving treatment from the team’s medical staff. However, Imam did not bat in either innings as Pakistan suffered a heavy 194-run defeat, allowing England to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. During pre-match analysis on the fourth day, Imam was seen training in shorts...

 BUENOS AIRES, 31 August, 2026 (Ghufran): Argentine football superstar Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football after leading Argentina to the World Cup final for a second consecutive time. The 39-year-old forward made the decision following Argentina’s run to the 2026 World Cup final in July. Messi had guided Argentina to World Cup glory in 2022, but his side suffered a 1-0 defeat against Spain in the 2026 final. In a message shared on social media, Messi said the decision to retire from international football was painful, but he believed it was the right time to step away. Messi said he had always given everything for the Argentina national team and fought with full commitment for the national shirt, not only during the years of success but throughou...

 LAHORE, 30 August, 2026 (Ghufraan): Pakistan’s national hockey team returned home on Sunday after finishing 11th at the Hockey World Cup, concluding a campaign that marked the country’s return to the global tournament after an eight-year absence. The national squad arrived at Lahore airport from Amsterdam via Istanbul following the conclusion of its World Cup campaign. Pakistan had qualified for the Hockey World Cup after eight years, raising hopes that the tournament would provide valuable international exposure to a team seeking to rebuild its position in international hockey. However, the Green Shirts struggled to produce the desired results against some of the tournament’s leading teams. Pakistan suffered defeats against England and arch-rivals India, while its match against ...

 MONTERREY, 30 August, 2026 (Nosheen): France’s Diane Parry defeated Belgian second seed Elise Mertens 6-4, 0-6, 6-3 in the Monterrey Open final on Saturday to claim her maiden WTA singles title ahead of the U.S. Open. The 23-year-old Parry made a strong start at the WTA 500 event, racing to a 4-1 lead in the opening set. Mertens, 30, fought back to level the score, but Parry regained control, won the next game and broke Mertens to take the first set 6-4. Mertens responded emphatically in the second set, winning six consecutive games and breaking Parry three times to level the match. Parry took a medical timeout while trailing 5-0 but returned to continue the contest. The Frenchwoman regained her momentum in the deciding set and established a commanding 5-1 lead. Mertens attempted...

ZURICH, 30 August 2026 (News Desk): Swiss tennis legend Roger Federer became emotional and broke down in tears during his induction ceremony into the International Tennis Hall of Fame. Federer’s wife, Mirka, introduced him at the ceremony. As he walked onto the stage, Federer embraced and kissed her before beginning his speech. During his nearly 30-minute address, the former world No. 1 struggled to contain his emotions on several occasions. Reflecting on his illustrious career, Federer recalled his childhood hero, Stefan Edberg, and described his tears as “tears of joy.” Federer also became emotional while speaking about his longtime coach Severin Lüthi and his wife, Mirka, acknowledging the important role they played throughout his career. While thanking his wife, Federer jokingly remark...

LONDON, 30 August 2026 (News Desk): Pakistan opening batter Imam-ul-Haq is unlikely to feature in the remainder of the ongoing Lord’s Test against England after suffering a calf injury. According to Cricinfo, scans revealed that Imam has sustained a Grade 1 tear in his left calf. The left-handed batter has been advised to rest for 10 days following the assessment. Imam was forced off the field after tea on the opening day, with Salman Ali Agha coming on as his substitute. Due to the injury, Imam was unable to bat in Pakistan’s first innings, as the visitors were bowled out for just 110 runs in fewer than 38 overs in reply to England’s 290. Following the injury, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said Imam’s participation would depend on his recovery. Pakistan pacer Mohammad Ali also refraine...

 LONDON, 30 August 2026 (News Desk): England’s pace attack made early inroads as Pakistan found themselves in deep trouble during their daunting chase of 389 runs on day four of the second Test at Lord’s Cricket Ground on Sunday. Pakistan were 53 for three in 17 overs at lunch, with Saud Shakeel unbeaten on 23 off 36 balls, including four boundaries, while Shan Masood was not out on 15 after striking two fours. Pakistan suffered a disastrous start to their chase, losing Azan Awais for four in the fourth over. Abdullah Shafique followed shortly afterwards, being bowled for a duck to leave Pakistan struggling at 7 for two. Babar Azam also failed to provide stability, falling to Jofra Archer. The England pacer produced a fierce bouncer that put the Pakistan batter in an awkward posit...