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All-rounder Muhammad Nawaz on Wednesday tested positive for recreational drug use. The development has put him under the scanner of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). The 32-year-old all-rounder, who is currently representing Multan Sultans in the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11, was reportedly flagged during testing conducted at the T20 World Cup earlier this year. A PCB spokesperson confirmed that the matter has been formally taken up after communication from the International Cricket Council (ICC). “The ICC has informed the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) about this matter, and the PCB has begun the due process. The results of this process will be communicated to the ICC today,” the spokesperson stated. As a result, he will no longer be able to play for Surrey for England’s T20 Blast. Nawaz, who has represented Pakistan in 98 T20 internationals, is currently playing for Multan Sultans in the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) season. via Original Source

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has imposed a one-year ban on Sri Lanka's Dasun Shanaka from participation in the next edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), citing contractual violations. Shanaka was signed by defending champions Lahore Qalandars for Rs7.5 million in the accelerated round of the inaugural players auction, held in February this year. But just three days before the commencement of the ongoing PSL 11, the franchise confirmed that the Sri Lankan all-rounder has withdrawn due to personal reasons and was replaced by Australia's Daniel Sams in the squad. In a statement, the PCB said it conducted a comprehensive assessment of recent contractual developments involving Shanaka and Lahore Qalandars, after the player withdrew from the tournament on March 21, 2026. The board concluded that the unilateral withdrawal amounted to a clear breach of the player registration terms and the tripartite agreement. It further noted that the reasons cited for the withdrawal...

Multan Sultans beat Karachi Kings by 11 runs by an exceptional batting display and disciplined bowling in the 28th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 at Karachi's National Bank Stadium on Sunday. Chasing 208, Kings were bowled out for 196 in 19.4 overs as Sultans produced an exceptional bowling display to defend the target. The team got off to a solid start with openers Saad Baig and Jason Roy setting the tone, as runs flowed freely in the early stages of the game. However, Arafat Minhas provided the breakthrough for Multan as he claimed his first wicket and ended the 29-run opening stand, with Roy dismissed after scoring 16 off nine deliveries, including two fours and a six. Arafat struck again in the fifth over as Salman Ali Agha's poor run with the bat continued after being dismissed for two off five deliveries, leaving the team at 41-2 in 4.1 overs. Karachi Kings were three wickets down inside the powerplay as Peter Siddle picked up his first wicket by dismi...

A supplier of baby food jars in Austria is recalling a line saying a lethal substance may have been introduced through tampering. The HiPP brand said it was recalling its "entire line of baby food jars sold at SPAR Austria" as "it cannot be ruled out that a hazardous substance was introduced into the 'HiPP Carrot/Potato - 190 grams' product through tampering, and consumption could be fatal." Customers were asked not to consume the product, which can be identified by a white label with a red circle on the bottom of the jar, and instead return it to the store of purchase. Police in the eastern Burgenland region have put out a call for witnesses, according to the statement, but declined to comment when contacted by AFP. No further details were available, notably regarding the nature of the deadly substance mentioned and the events which sparked the investigation. In February, French food giant Danone recalled more than 120 batches of infant milk formula ...

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the national team for the upcoming two-Test series between Pakistan and Bangladesh. The 16-member squad was named by the National Selection Committee for the Test series set to take place in Bangladesh next month. The first of the two matches – part of the ICC World Test Championship will be played at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka from May 8 to 12, while Sylhet International Cricket Stadium will host the second Test, which will be played from May 16 to 20, according to a PCB statement. Shan Masood will continue to lead the Test side, while four uncapped players – Abdullah Fazal, Amad Butt, Azan Awais and Muhammad Ghazi Ghori are part of the squad. Among the squad, five players – Azan Awais, Imam-ul-Haq, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori, Noman Ali and Sajid Khan are currently taking part in the ongoing NCA Red-Ball Camp in Lahore. The players will undergo a camp in Karachi and will assemble on April 27. The camp will conclude ...

Peshawar Zalmi, champions in 2017, have formally qualified for the playoffs of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11. Zalmi, who holds the top spot in the eight-team tournament's standings with 13 points in seven matches, had their top-four finish guaranteed following Quetta Gladiators' six-wicket victory over Lahore Qalandars here at the National Bank Stadium earlier today. The Gladiators' victory meant that Zalmi's tally of 13 points can no longer be toppled by the fourth-placed side by the end of the league stage. Peshawar Zalmi started their PSL 11 campaign with a commanding five-wicket victory over debutants Rawalpindiz in the high-scoring affair, while their subsequent fixture against Islamabad United was washed out due to rain in Lahore. The former champions then registered consecutive victories over Hyderabad Kingsmen, Karachi Kings, defending champions Qalandars, Multan Sultans and the Gladiators, respectively, to consolidate their top spot. Zalmi's nex...

Henry Nicholls hit a fine 68 before disciplined Bangladesh bowlers restricted New Zealand to 247-8 in the opening one-day international in Dhaka on Friday. New Zealand, who won the toss and chose to bat in what is the first of a three-match ODI series, were tested early by left-arm seamer Shoriful Islam, drafted in at the last minute to replace Mustafizur Rahman due to knee discomfort. Shoriful, who last played an ODI in December 2024, created an immediate impact, removing opener Nick Kelly for seven and conceding just nine runs in his first five overs, while also creating two further chances. Nicholls then anchored the innings with a composed 68 off 83 balls, hitting nine fours for his 17th ODI half-century. The 34-year-old stitched together useful partnerships with Will Young (30) and captain Tom Latham (14) to steady the innings after the early setback. Young survived an early drop on one off Shoriful but fell to leg-spinner Rishad Hossain while attempting a reverse sweep, ed...

Hyderabad Kingsmen beat Rawalpindiz by five wickets to continue their winning run in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi on Thursday. Kingsmen chased down the target in 16.3 overs, losing five wickets, thanks to crucial contributions from skipper Marnus Labuschagne, Kusal Perera and Irfan Khan Niazi. The team suffered an early setback in the opening over as Asif Afridi struck to remove opener Maaz Sadaqat, who scored four off five deliveries, including a boundary. Marnus Labuschagne and Saim Ayub added some stability with a decent partnership, but it was short-lived as Afridi struck again to dismiss Saim for 15 off 11 balls, including a six, leaving the side at 28-2 in 4.1 overs. Usman Khan became the third batter to fall inside the powerplay as Mohammad Amir removed the wicketkeeper-batter for a duck off eight balls. RawalPindiz fought back by picking up another wicket, with Saad Masood dismissing Labuschagne lbw after his crucial 32 off 2...

A disciplined bowling display combined with captain Babar Azam's unbeaten half-century powered Peshawar Zalmi to a convincing eight-wicket victory over Quetta Gladiators in the 23rd Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 match at Karachi's National Bank Stadium on Wednesday. The victory marked Zalmi's sixth in seven matches and fifth consecutive after their washout against three-time champions Islamabad United in Lahore. Set to chase a modest 155-run target, the leaders comfortably knocked the winning runs for the loss of just two wickets and nine balls to spare. The leaders got off to a flamboyant start to the pursuit as their opening pair of Mohammad Haris and Babar put together 75 runs inside nine overs until the former was dismissed by Gladiators captain Saud Shakeel. Haris remained a notable run-getter for Zalmi in the pursuit with a brisk 35 off 28 deliveries, featuring five fours and a six. Following his dismissal, Babar joined forces with in-form Kusal Mendis (21), a...

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has banned Zimbabwean cricketer Muzarabani from playing in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) for two years for violating contract. According to PCB, Blessing Muzarabani will not be able to play the next two editions of PSL. The decision to ban Muzarabani was made due to breach of contract. Muzarabani preferred the second contract despite the terms being agreed upon. There will be no compromise on compliance with contracts and transparency in professional cricket. Disciplinary action was necessary to maintain the effectiveness of PSL. PSL is a platform where contracts are respected. This ban has been imposed as a necessary measure to protect the league. via Original Source

High cholesterol is often described by medical experts as a “silent” health condition that can develop for years without noticeable symptoms, while gradually increasing the risk of serious complications affecting the heart, brain and other vital organs. Health specialists say many people only discover the problem once it has already progressed into a serious medical condition such as heart disease or stroke. Cholesterol is a fat-like substance present in the blood, produced naturally by the liver and also obtained through diet, particularly from meat, fish, eggs and dairy products. While essential for hormone production, cell structure and vitamin D synthesis, excess levels can become dangerous. Doctors explain that cholesterol is broadly divided into two types: high-density lipoprotein (HDL), often referred to as “good” cholesterol, and low-density lipoprotein (LDL), known as “bad” cholesterol. HDL helps remove excess fat from the bloodstream, while LDL can accumulate in blood ...

Rilee Rossouw’s anchoring half-century, supported by a disciplined bowling display, powered Quetta Gladiators to a commanding 61-run win over Rawalpindi in the 18th match of the Pakistan Super League at the National Bank Stadium on Friday. Set to chase a daunting 184-run target, Pindiz's batting unit faltered and could yield 121 before getting booked in 17.3 overs. Emerging all-rounder Saad Masood waged a lone battle for the Pindiz and remained their top-scorer with a brisk 19-ball 31, followed by experienced middle-order batter Daryl Mitchell, who made a cautious 30 off 32 deliveries. Besides them, only Yasir Khan and Abdullah Fazal could amass double figures, making 22 and 20, respectively. Usman Tariq, Jahandad Khan and captain Saud Shakeel jointly led the Gladiators' bowling charge with two wickets each, while Kashif Bhatti and Abrar Ahmed chipped in with one scalp apiece. Put into bat first, the previous edition's runners-up accumulated 182/6 in their 20 overs, ...

Islamabad United clinched a commanding victory over defending champions Lahore Qalandars in the 16th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 at Karachi's National Bank Stadium on Thursday. Chasing a modest target of 101, United lost just one wicket by the 11th over, thanks to an outstanding batting display from Devon Conway. Islamabad got off to a shaky start as opener Sameer Minhas was dismissed for five runs off eight balls, which included a boundary, by Shaheen Afridi on the first delivery of the third over. Conway then combined with Mohammad Faiq to build a steady partnership, taking their side past the 50-run mark by the sixth over. The pair batted sensibly, scoring at a healthy pace and dominating the Qalandars’ bowling attack, boosting their team’s morale and bringing up a half-century stand. Conway was in scintillating form, striking boundaries at regular intervals to reach his maiden PSL fifty. He finished unbeaten on 59 off 35 deliveries, including seven fours...

The first dengue-related death of the year has been reported in Karachi, with the affected patient belonging to the city’s East District. The Sindh Health Department confirmed that 198 dengue cases have been reported across the province so far this year. Of these, 163 cases were recorded in Karachi Division. Other divisions reported fewer cases, including 24 in Hyderabad Division, eight in Mirpur Khas Division, and three in Sukkur Division. Malaria cases continue to be significantly higher, with 20,123 reported across Sindh from January to April 7. In Karachi, 184 malaria cases were documented, including 88 in South District, 29 each in West and Malir Districts, 19 in Korangi District, 10 in East District, four in Kemari District, and five in Central District. Elsewhere in the province, malaria cases included 7,765 in Hyderabad Division, 2,205 in Sukkur Division, 5,468 in Larkana Division, 1,957 in Mirpur Khas Division, and 2,544 in Shaheed Benazirabad, according to a Sindh Hea...

Peshawar Zalmi beat Hyderabad Kingsmen by four wickets in a gripping low-scoring clash of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 at Karachi's National Bank Stadium on Wednesday. Zalmi comfortably chased down the 146-run target, losing six wickets in the final over, thanks to solid contributions from skipper Babar Azam and Kusal Mendis. The chase began on a shaky note as opener Mohammad Haris fell for 11 off six deliveries, including a four and a six, after playing a loose shot off Maheesh Theekshana, leaving the team at 17-1 in 1.5 overs. Babar and Mendis then stabilised the innings, forging a crucial partnership and guiding the team past the 50-run mark to lay the foundation for the chase. However, the 49-run stand was broken when Saim Ayub dismissed Mendis, who scored 27 off 23 deliveries, including one four and two sixes, leaving Zalmi at 66-2 in 8.2 overs. Michael Bracewell joined Babar at the crease and the duo kept the scoreboard ticking, adding a valuable partnership that...

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued no-objection certificates to several national players, allowing them to participate in various overseas leagues. According to the board, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Abbas, Usama Mir and Sufiyan Muqeem have been granted NOCs for their respective commitments. Nawaz, Usama Mir and Sufiyan Muqeem have been cleared to feature in the Vitality Blast, while Test cricketer Mohammad Abbas has been issued an NOC to play county cricket in England. The move reflects the board’s continued policy of allowing players to gain international exposure through participation in foreign leagues while ensuring their availability for national duties. via Original Source

Sahibzada Farhan and Josh Philippe scored fifties as Multan Sultans beat Rawalpindiz by seven wickets in the 14th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Monday. Set to chase a 183-run target, the Sultans comfortably knocked the winning runs for the loss of just three wickets and 22 balls to spare. The leaders, however, had a contrasting start to their pursuit as Mohammad Amir dismissed their in-form opener Steve Smith (five) in the second over with just 12 runs on the board. But the early setback did not bother the Sultans as in-form Farhan and Philippe turned the game on its head by putting together a blazing 110-run partnership for the second wicket, which saw both batters amassing their respective half-centuries. The monumental stand was eventually broken by Amir in the 12th over when he outfoxed Philippe with a slower delivery, who remained a notable run-getter for the Sultans with a brisk 56 off 30 deliveries, comprising six fours and...

Karachi Kings captain and star Australian cricketer David Warner was arrested for drunk driving in Sydney and while he has returned to play the Pakistan Super League, he will have to appear before a court sooner or later. Warner was found to be almost twice the legal alcohol limit after failing a breath test late on Sunday night in Maroubra, Sydney, according to reports. In a statement to news.com.au, NSW Police said that Warner had stopped and parked his vehicle before reaching the testing site, after which officers approached him and administered a breath test that returned a positive result. Warner was arrested and taken to Maroubra Police Station, where he returned a reading of 0.1. He is all set to appear in court in May. “About 5:30 pm today (Sunday 5 April 2026), police were conducting stationary random breath testing on Malabar Road, Maroubra. A van was seen to allegedly stop short of the testing site and park," the statement read. “Officers attached to the Traffic...

Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman has ruled out an immediate retirement from T20I, clarifying that although he had considered stepping away from the format after the World Cup, he no longer plans to do so. In a statement, Fakhar said reports suggesting he was set to retire from T20Is were inaccurate. “I had decided to retire from T20 cricket after the World Cup, but at this stage I have no plans to retire,” the left-hander said, adding that he wants to end his T20 career on a high note whenever he eventually steps away. The 35-year-old has been a major contributor for Pakistan in the shortest format, amassing 2,494 runs in 120 T20 internationals at a strike rate of 132.51, with 14 fifties to his name. Fakhar has also been a consistent performer for Lahore Qalandars in the Pakistan Super League and remains part of the side in the ongoing 11th edition of the tournament. via Original Source

The Pakistan Tennis Federation has announced the commencement of the ITF Pakistan 3rd Zainab Ali Naqvi Memorial World Juniors Tennis Championship 2026 (Leg-1), set to begin on April 6 at the PTF Tennis Complex. The prestigious international event will feature participation from 39 young players, including 24 boys and 15 girls, representing 14 countries such as Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Japan, China, Australia, and Russia, among others. The tournament is being held in memory of Zainab Ali Naqvi, a promising young tennis player from Karachi, who tragically passed away on February 12, 2024, after suffering a heart attack during an ITF junior event in Islamabad. President of the Pakistan Tennis Federation, Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi, along with Secretary General Col. Zia-ud-Din Tufail and other officials, paid heartfelt tribute to the late player. They stated that the championship is a meaningful initiative to honor her legacy and ensure her memory continues to inspire young athletes. The fede...

Punjab Department of Specialized Health has hired the services of its retired Special Secretary Tariq Mehmood Rehmani as Programme Director and fixed his monthly salary at Rs11,37,500 per month, ignoring the government’s austerity drive. According to details, Retired Special Secretary Tariq Mehmood Rehmani will perform his duties in Nursing and Allied Health Professionals Capacity Building. He was appointed as Director of Project Implementation on a one-year contract, which can be extended for another period. Tariq Mehmood Rehmani retired in BS-20 but was now appointed in BS-22 equal pay scale. via Original Source

Karachi Kings completed a 198-run chase as Azam Khan and David Warner struck rapid half-centuries in the 10th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium on Thursday. Set to chase 198, the 2020 champions knocked the winning runs for the loss of five wickets and four balls to spare, courtesy of a crucial 76-run partnership for the third wicket between Azam and Warner. The Kings got off to a contrasting start to their pursuit as they lost right-handed opener Muhammad Waseem in the third over with 27 runs on the board. Following the early setback, Salman Ali Agha (29) joined skipper Warner, and the duo batted sensibly to anchor the run chase with an important 43-run partnership for the second wicket, which culminated with the former's dismissal in the ninth over. Agha's dismissal paved the way for Azam to walk out and bat at No.5 ahead of experienced all-rounder Moeen Ali, and the move paid dividends for the 2020 champions, as he, alongside ca...

Islamabad: The Pakistan Tennis Federation has announced the selection of the national Davis Cup Juniors team for the upcoming international competition in Kazakhstan. The Davis Cup Juniors event is scheduled to take place in Shymkent from May 16th to 24th, 2026. Trials to finalize the squad were held at the PTF Tennis Complex in Islamabad from March 30th to April 2nd. A total of twelve players participated in the selection process, shortlisted based on their recent performances and national rankings. Notably, Abubakar Talha was granted direct selection and exempted from trials in recognition of his outstanding recent performance. Following the trials, the selected squad includes: Abubakar Talha, Hassan Usmani, and Zohaib Afzal Malik. President of the Pakistan Tennis Federation, Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi, along with Secretary General Col. Zia-ud-din Tufail and other officials, congratulated the selected players and extended their best wishes for success in the tournament. The federat...

Sahibzada Farhan's brilliant century powered Multan Sultans to a successful 226-run chase against Hyderabad Kingsmen in the eighth match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, on Wednesday. Set to chase a daunting 226-run target, the 2021 champions knocked the winning runs for the loss of four wickets and eight balls to spare, courtesy of Farhan. The right-handed opener oversaw the Sultans' pursuit with an unbeaten century and top-scored with 106 off just 57 deliveries, studded with eight sixes and seven fours. Farhan received ample support from his opening partner, Steve Smith, and vice-captain Shan Masood, who made 46 and 29, respectively, before knitting an unbeaten 37-run partnership with Arafat Minhas, who chipped in with a brisk 26 off 11 deliveries. Saim Ayub was the pick of the bowlers for the Kingsmen, taking two wickets for 43 runs in his four overs, while Maheesh Theekshana and Hassan Khan could pick up one apiece. Farhan was declare...