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 PHILADELPHIA, 16 August 2026 (Kamran Raja): Russia’s Islam Makhachev successfully defended his UFC welterweight title with a unanimous decision victory over Ireland’s Ian Machado Garry in a closely contested five-round main event at UFC 330 in Philadelphia. Makhachev relied on his superior grappling and relentless wrestling to overcome the taller and longer-reach Garry, securing a unanimous decision from all three judges. The 28-year-old Irish challenger created difficulties for the champion throughout the bout, particularly in the third round when he found his range and landed several powerful kicks to Makhachev’s body and lead leg. Makhachev, however, quickly established his wrestling advantage in the opening round, taking Garry down with a rapid single-leg takedown. Although G...

 AMSTELVEEN, 16 August, 2026 (Ghufran): England defeated Pakistan 4-1 in their FIH Hockey World Cup Pool D clash at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen, Netherlands, on Saturday.England dominated the match from the opening whistle, controlling possession and maintaining strong attacking pressure throughout all four quarters. Their efforts produced four goals, while Pakistan managed only one in reply.Pakistan’s defence came under repeated pressure as England won several penalty corners and created a number of dangerous opportunities. Pakistan also earned two penalty corners but failed to convert either chance. England opened the scoring in the 12th minute through Stuart Rushmere. Sam Ward then doubled England’s advantage in the second quarter, leaving Pakistan with a difficult...

DARWIN, 16 August, 2026 (Kamran Raja): Bangladesh created history by securing their first-ever Test victory on Australian soil, defeating Australia by nine wickets in the series opener in Darwin on Sunday.After Australia were bowled out for 198 in their first innings, Bangladesh responded strongly by posting 426 runs, with Tanzid Hasan leading the way with a brilliant century.Australia then managed 284 runs in their second innings, leaving Bangladesh with a modest target to chase. Bangladesh completed the chase with nine wickets in hand to register a memorable victory.Bangladesh's bowling attack was led by Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who claimed five wickets in Australia's second innings. Hasan Mahmud also produced an outstanding performance, finishing the match with nine wickets.The historic resu...

LAHORE,16 August, 2026(Nosheen): The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the 15-member squads for the Women’s Asia Cup and the 20th Asian Games, with regular captain Fatima Sana named to lead the national side in both major tournaments.Fatima Sana missed Pakistan’s recent T20I series against Sri Lanka due to her commitments in The Hundred. She will now return to captain the Pakistan women’s team in the upcoming international assignments.The Women’s Asia Cup will be held in Dubai from August 28 to September 13.The Pakistan squad for the Asia Cup comprises Fatima Sana, Muneeba Ali Siddiqui, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Ayesha Zafar, Gul Feroza, Syaira Jabbeen, Eman Fatima, Eman Nasir, Umme Hani, Tuba Hassan, Nashra Sandhu, Momina Riaz, Najiha Alvi, Waheeda Akhtar and Sadia Yousuf.For the 20th As...