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ISLAMABAD, 9 October, 2026 (Kamran Raja): Pakistan and Sri Lanka have unveiled the trophy for their upcoming three-match T20 International series in Rawalpindi, as both teams prepare for the opening match scheduled for tomorrow. The captains of both sides attended the trophy unveiling ceremony and posed for photographs with the silverware. The first T20I will be played at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, where both teams have completed their preparations for the series. The three-match contest is expected to deliver exciting cricket, with Pakistan aiming to begin the series with a victory on home soil in front of its home crowd, while Sri Lanka will look to challenge the hosts and make a strong start to the tour.

LAHORE, 9 October 2026 (Nosheen): Pakistan women’s cricket team spinner Sadia Iqbal has undergone surgery on her left knee at a local hospital in Lahore and is expected to require around three months of rehabilitation before returning to full cricketing activity. According to sources, Iqbal had been experiencing knee pain for some time, prompting doctors to perform the surgical procedure. She will now begin a rehabilitation programme under medical supervision, with her recovery and progress monitored throughout the process. Sources said her return to full fitness could take approximately three months, depending on her recovery and medical advice. Iqbal’s absence is likely to be a setback for Pakistan’s women’s team as the spinner focuses on regaining fitness and returning to international ...