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Samaira Dharnidharka to lead UAE in the ACC Women’s U19 Premier Cup 2026
Dubai (PR): Pacer Samaira Dharnidharka will lead the 14-member UAE Women’s U19 team in the 13-team ACC Women’s U19 Premier Cup 2026 which begins in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Saturday, 11 July. The tournament is the qualifier for the ACC Women’s U19 Asia Cup 2026 which will be played later this year. The top four teams from the ACC Women’s U19 Premier Cup 2026 (winners of the four quarterfinals) will earn qualification for the ACC Women’s U19 Asia Cup 2026. UAE have been drawn in Group B with Oman and Bhutan, the other two teams. UAE play Oman in their opening game on 11 July at the YSD UKM Oval at 9:30am local time. They play Bhutan on Thursday, 14 July at the Bayuemas Oval. The match will begin at 2:00pm local time. The top two teams from each of the four tournament groups will compete in the quarterfinals which will be played on Friday, 15 July. The semifinals will be played on Sunday, 17 July with the final scheduled for Monday 18 July at the Bayuemas Oval. The winners of the quarterfinals will earn ACC Women’s U19 Asia Cup 2026 qualification. *UAE U19 Women’s squad – ACC Women’s U19 Premier Cup 2026:* Samaira Dharnidharka, (captain), Afsha Afzal Khan, Al Maseera Jahangir, Avanee Patil, Emily Thomas (wicketkeeper), Janani Thirukkumaran, Lavanya Keny, Mehul Kulkarni, Mehak Thakur, Neha Kumari, Rishitha Rajith, Sai Nikhil Thite, Simran Sheth and Vaishnave Mahesh. *Support Staff:* Subha Venkataraman (interim head coach), Shyla Alam (strength and conditioning coach) and Merin Saji (manager and physiotherapist). *ACC Women’s U19 Premier Cup 2026 – UAE matches schedule:*Saturday, 11 July – UAE vs Oman, YSD UKM Oval – 9:30amThursday, 14 July – UAE vs Bhutan, Bayuemas Oval – 2:00pmFriday, 15 July – QuarterfinalsSunday, 17 July – Semifinals, Bayuemas Oval Monday, 18 July – Third position playoff and final,
BASKETBALL - National 30 Jun, 2026
Karachi (SBR): Ali Hasan Brohi unanimously elected President and Dleep Singh Secretary of the Sindh Basketball Association.Karachi, 30th June 2026: The elections of the Sindh Basketball Association were held on 30th June , 2026 at a local restaurant in Karachi under the supervision of the Pakistan Basketball Federation. Meeting was chaired by Mr Khalid Bashir, Secretary General, Pakistan Basketball Federation.Representatives from all six Divisional Basketball Associations of Sindh attended the election meeting. Mr.Asghar Baloch attended as rep of Sindh Olympic Association. Former Secretary to the Government of Sindh, Mr. Ali Hasan Brohi, was unanimously elected as President, while Mr. Dleep Singh(Mirpur Khas) was elected as Secretary of the Sindh Basketball Association.The other office-bearers elected were:- Yaqoob Qadry –(Karachi) Senior Vice President- Arshad Saeed –(Sukkur) Vice President- Raja Sheeraz –(Hyderabad) Treasurer- Sahir Hussain –Larkana)- Executive Member- Shabbir Chandio –(Benazirabad) Executive MemberSpeaking on the occasion, President Ali Hasan Brohi said that the Association's priority would be the promotion of basketball among youth (boys and girls) with special focus on the interior districts of Sindh.Secretary Dleep Singh expressed his gratitude for the confidence reposed on him and stated that the Association's future development programme would be announced soon after in consultation with the newly elected Executive Committee.The newly elected office-bearers reaffirmed their commitment to the development and promotion of basketball throughout Sindh.
Departmental cricket tournaments for 2026-27 domestic season
Lahore, 27 June 2026:The domestic cricket season 2026-27 is set to begin in August, while the departmental cricket tournaments in this iteration are set to kick off in September as opposed to the December-January start in the previous two seasons, the Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed today. The departmental cricket tournaments include the four-day first-class President’s Trophy Grade-I, List A President’s Cup and the three-day President’s Trophy Grade-II Gold and Silver tournaments. The eight-team President’s Trophy and Cup will be of critical importance in the coming domestic season with the PCB set to work closely with the departmental teams on a number of fronts to ensure high competition, player development and creating stable and transparent revenue streams for the domestic players. The eight-team President’s Cup One-Day tournament will be in the spotlight due to the focus on preparation for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027. The PCB will also work with the departments across the four tournaments to maintain best possible standards of fitness as well, comprising pre-season fitness tests for selection of players. In order to maximise the playing opportunities for centrally contracted and national pool players, the Guest Player concept will also be introduced for the upcoming departmental cricket season. The finalists of the President’s Trophy Grade-II Silver, which recently concluded in Faisalabad, are set to be promoted to the Gold tournament, while the bottom two teams of the Gold tier will be relegated. The winner of the President’s Trophy Grade-II Gold final between MIT Solutions and Kingsmen Academy will secure berth in the President’s Trophy Grade-I starting in September and will replace the bottom team from previous edition of the tournament. The bottom finishers of the President’s Trophy Grade-I 2025-26 are set to feature in Grade-II Gold. (SBR)
Gulf Giants Strengthen Coaching Staff with Michael Klinger and Shane Bond
Ahmedabad (SBR); Adani Sportsline today announced Gulf Giants' coaching and support staff for the upcoming season of the DP World UAE ILT20, assembling a group that blends continuity with fresh expertise ahead of the new campaign.Michael Klinger has been appointed Batting Coach, joining a coaching team led by Head Coach Simon Helmot. Shane Bond continues as Bowling Coach, Kadeer Ali joins as Fielding Coach, James Pipe remains Physiotherapist, Gary Brent takes over as Strength and Conditioning Coach and Saurabh Walkar continues as Analyst.The appointments reinforce a support structure designed to build on Gulf Giants' strong record in the competition, including their title-winning campaign in the inaugural ILT20 season in 2023.Helmot, whose appointment was announced last month, arrives with an accomplished track record in white-ball cricket and extensive experience across leading T20 leagues. He will lead a coaching group that combines established relationships within the franchise with specialist expertise drawn from across the global game.Klinger brings extensive experience as both a player and coach. Currently Head Coach of Gujarat Giants in the Women's Premier League (WPL), he is well acquainted with Adani Sportsline's high-performance environment and player development approach.Bond, one of the most respected fast-bowling coaches in world cricket, continues in his role after joining the franchise last season. The former New Zealand international has worked with elite teams and players around the world and will continue to oversee the development of Gulf Giants' bowling unit.Kadeer joins from Worcestershire County Cricket Club, where he serves as Assistant Head Coach, adding specialist fielding expertise to the coaching setup.Pipe continues as Physiotherapist, providing continuity in player care and recovery, while former Zimbabwe international Brent joins as Strength and Conditioning Coach after previous stints within the Adani Sportsline ecosystem. Walkar also retains his role as Analyst, supporting match preparation and performance planning.Speaking on his appointment, Klinger said, “I’m familiar with Adani Sportsline’s philosophy through my time with Gujarat Giants, so this is an exciting opportunity to join another team within the group. Gulf Giants have strong foundations and I’m looking forward to working closely with Simon and the rest of the staff to help build a solid unit that can make a big impact in the new season.”Bond added, “We’ve got a strong setup at Gulf Giants and I’m excited to continue working with the group as we prepare for the new season. There’s quality in the squad, and with Simon coming in as Head Coach as well as Klinger joining as Batting Coach, it’s a great opportunity for us to keep building and push standards even higher.”The coaching group brings experience from international cricket, franchise leagues and domestic competitions across multiple countries. As preparations gather pace, Gulf Giants will look to build the momentum required to challenge for a second title in the DP World UAE ILT20, which was launched in 2023 and has quickly established itself as one of the leading T20 leagues in world cricket.
Hamza Waheed wins PGF Hazara Juniors Golf Championship
Abbottabad: The Pakistan Golf Federation (PGF) successfully concluded the 8th PGF Jinnah Development Tour 2026 and the PGF Hazara Junior Amateur Golf Championship 2026 at PIFFERS Golf & Country Club, Abbottabad, from 18–21 June 2026.The championships attracted leading professional, amateur and junior golfers from across Pakistan and provided an excellent platform for competition, talent identification and player development.The 8th PGF Jinnah Development Tour witnessed highly competitive golf amongst the professional field, while a strong contingent of elite amateurs, including World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) players, competed alongside professionals and demonstrated the growing depth of golf talent in Pakistan.In the Junior Championship, Pakistan Golf Federation implemented a comprehensive age verification process in accordance with the directions of the Pakistan Sports Board to ensure fair competition and eligibility across all junior categories.The Closing Ceremony was graced by Commandant PIFFERS Centre, Brigadier Adnan Orakzai, SI(M), who distributed prizes amongst the winners and congratulated all participants on their outstanding performances. Brigadier Adnan Orakzai appreciated the efforts of the Pakistan Golf Federation in promoting golf and junior player development in the country.On the occasion, Brigadier Adnan Orakzai also presented a commemorative shield to Malik Kamran, Tournament Director, Pakistan Golf Federation, in recognition of his efforts and the successful conduct and management of both championships.Speaking at the conclusion of the championships, Malik Kamran, Tournament Director, thanked PIFFERS Centre, PIFFERS Golf & Country Club, participating players, officials, coaches, parents and volunteers for their support and reaffirmed PGF's commitment to developing future champions through structured pathways, transparent competition and enhanced junior development programmes.PGF HAZARA JUNIOR AMATEUR GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP 2026BOYS CATEGORY AChampion: Hamza Waheed – 216 (E)Runner-Up: Muhammad Barik Ayub – 222 (+6)2nd Runner-Up: Mustafa Asif – 228 (+12)BOYS CATEGORY BChampion: Larib Ur Rehman – 207 (-9)Runner-Up: Ahmed Murad Ghumman – 209 (-7)2nd Runner-Up: Mahad Khan – 219 (+3)BOYS CATEGORY CChampion: Jashwa Amjad – 218 (+2)Runner-Up: Mustafa Zubair – 222 (+6)2nd Runner-Up: Mohammad Razaullah Waheed – 222 (+6)GIRLS CATEGORYChampion: Sara Amin Khan – 220 (+4)Runner-Up Jasia Tassawar Hussain – 241 (+25)2nd Runner-Up Amna Malak – 270 (+54)Leading Professionals After 54 Holes1. Muhammad Sahil – 219 (+3)2. Ralfe E Aslam Raja – 220 (+4)3. Waris Ali – 220 (+4)4. Shahbaz Ali – 221 (+5)5. Shahbaz Masih – 223 (+7)
SPORTS NEWS - National 21 Jun, 2026
Islamabad (PR): The Islamabad Olympic Association (IOA) celebrated Olympic Day 2026 at Rawal Lake, Islamabad, with great enthusiasm and active participation from the sports community. The event was organized to promote the Olympic values of excellence, friendship, respect, and a healthy lifestyle through sports and physical activity.More than 80 participants representing various affiliated sports associations of the Islamabad Olympic Association took part in the Olympic Day Walk and a range of recreational and fitness activities organized to mark the occasion.The celebrations commenced with the playing of the Olympic Anthem, reaffirming the participants’ commitment to the ideals and values of the Olympic Movement.On the occasion, Treasurer Islamabad Olympic Association, Mr. Ijaz-ul-Haq, highlighted the significance of Olympic Day and emphasized the importance of promoting sports, physical activity, and Olympic values within society.The celebrations were graced by the presence of Olympian Sadaf Siddiqui and Asian Gold Medalist in Rowing, Chaudhry Maqbool, who joined participants in commemorating the global Olympic Movement and encouraged young athletes to pursue sporting excellence.Secretary General Islamabad Olympic Association, Mr. Rizwan-ul-Haq Razi, along with members of the Executive Committee of the Islamabad Olympic Association, office bearers of affiliated associations, athletes, and sports officials, was also present and actively participated in the day’s activities.To commemorate Olympic Day and reinforce the Olympic Movement’s commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, a special tree plantation activity was conducted at the venue. Participants planted saplings as a symbol of their commitment to a greener and healthier future.Speaking at the conclusion of the event, Vice President Islamabad Olympic Association, Mr. Ouj E Zahoor, thanked all participants, affiliated associations, and officials for their valuable contribution in making the Olympic Day celebrations a success.The Islamabad Olympic Association reaffirmed its commitment to promoting Olympic values, encouraging mass participation in sports, and supporting initiatives that contribute to the well-being of society and environmental conservation.
Pakistan fall short against Bangladesh in Southampton
Southampton (Sports News) Pakistan women were restricted to 100 for eight in pursuit of 124 as Bangladesh secured a 23-run win in the 15th match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at the Hampshire Bowl in Southampton on Saturday.Pakistan will now take on Australia on 23 June at the Headingley Cricket Ground in Leeds.Opting to bat, Bangladesh Women lost early wickets. Skipper Fatima Sana struck twice in the second over to deliver a double-wicket maiden, having Dilara Akter caught by Nashra Sundhu for five and trapping Sharmin Akter leg-before for a duck. Tasmia Rubab then removed Juairiya Ferdous for seven to send the top order back in the hut with Bangladesh 13-3 in 4.3 overs.Captain Nigar Sultana and Sobhana Mostary then rebuilt the innings with a steady 35-run stand. Nigar, who also shared a 24-run stand with Ritu Moni and a 20-run sixth-wicket stand with Shorna Akter, scored 36 off 38 balls before Sadia Iqbal had her caught by Saira Jabeen in the 18th over after Bangladesh had recovered fairly from the earlier setbacks.Sobhana Mostary struck 22 before falling to Nashra as the scoreboard read 48 for four after 9.4 overs.Shorna anchored the lower order with an unbeaten 39 off 22 balls striking five fours to lift Bangladesh to 123 for six from their 20 overs. Fatima returned two for 18 from her four overs, while Sadia, Tasmia, Nashra and Tuba Hassan claimed a wicket apiece.In reply, Muneeba Ali Siddiqui and Gull Feroza added 49 for the opening wicket before Nahida Akter struck twice. Gull fell for 23 off 18 balls aided by four fours, while Muneeba scored 25 off 30 with the help of a six and a four.Bangladesh squeezed the middle and lower order with their disciplined bowling with Shorna and Sanjida Akter taking three wickets each. Rabeya Khan and Ritu dismissed one batter each as Pakistan fell 23 runs short.Scores in brief:Match 15 – Bangladesh beat Pakistan by 23 runs at Hampshire Bowl, SouthamptonBangladesh 123-6, 20 overs (Shorna Akter 39 not out, Nigar Sultana 36, Sobhana Mostary 22; Fatima Sana 2-18)Pakistan 100-8, 20 overs (Muneeba Ali Siddiqui 25, Gull Feroza 23; Nahida Akter 3-18, Sanijda Akter Meghla 3-21)Player of the match: Shorna Akter (Bangladesh)Pakistan's fixtures at ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026:14 June – India beat Pakistan by 64 runs17 June – South Africa beat Pakistan by two wickets20 June - Bangladesh beat Pakistan by 23 runs23 June v Australia, Headingley, Leeds – 10.30pm PKT | 6.30pm local time27 June v Netherlands, Bristol County Ground, Bristol – 2.30pm PKT | 10.30am local time
South Africa Women’s U19 to undertake maiden tour of Pakistan in July
Lahore (PR):South Africa Women’s U19 team will embark on their maiden tour to Pakistan to play a five-match T20 series, the PCB announced today. The five-match T20 series will be staged at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi from 14 to 24 July. Match timings will be announced in due course.South Africa Women’s U19 team will arrive in Karachi on 10 July and undergo training sessions at the National Bank Stadium from 11 to 13 July before taking on the hosts in the first T20 scheduled for Tuesday, 14 July. Pakistan Women’s U19 last featured in a bilateral T20 series in Bangladesh, where they won the five-match series 3-2.The forthcoming T20 series will provide an opportunity for the hosts to prepare for the ACC Women’s U19 T20 Asia Cup, scheduled to take place later this year and the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup, scheduled to take place early next year.The PCB Women’s Cricket Department recently hosted a series of camps for U19 cricketers in Karachi to prepare them for the forthcoming events
South Africa beat Pakistan by two wickets in ICC World Cup 2026
Birmingham : Captain Fatima Sana’s heroic all-round act involving 55 not out with the bat and 3-16 with the ball went in vain as South Africa edged past Pakistan by a mere two wickets chasing the 127-run target with 19 balls to spare in Match 11 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 here at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham on Wednesday evening. Pakistan will now take on Bangladesh at the Hampshire Bowl in Southampton on Saturday, 20 June in a day game with the first ball set to be bowled at 2.30pm local time and 6.30m Pakistan time.Skipper Fatima kept South Africa on the leash across both the innings as she united with Tuba Hassan for a record ninth-wicket 71-run stand t0 lead Pakistan to a competitive total. Later she removed Sune Luus, Nadine de Klerk and Sinalo Jafta to become first captain to score a fifty and take three wickets in the same match across all 10 ICC Women's T20 World Cups.Chasing 127, South Africa moved to 76 for two as Annerie Dercksen struck 52 off 35 balls including seven fours and two sixes. Fatima drew the first blood in the second over, while Tuba snapped Laura Wolvaardt in the seventh over.With Marizanne Kapp (10) and Dercksen putting on a 23-run stand and threatened to take the game away, Nashra got the former stumped, while Tuba bowled the set-batter Dercksen through the legs. From there, Pakistan kept chipping away to drag the contest closer as Sadia Iqbal struck twice in the middle overs. She got rid of Chloe Tryon caught behind in 13th over and Kayla Reyneke caught by Fatima in 15th over to reduce South Africa to 107 for six.With South Africa requiring two to win, Fatima bowled Jafta with the total on 125 for seven before getting Nadine de Klerk (37, 28b, 6x4s) caught behind. Earlier, Pakistan were reduced to 14 for four inside the fourth over after Marizanne Kapp removed both opening batters in the first over striking thrice in the powerplay. Three run-outs compounded the damage as Pakistan slipped to 50 for eight inside 11 overs. From there, Fatima and Tuba (23, 27b, 2x4s) added 71 for the ninth wicket — the highest ninth-wicket partnership in ICC Women's T20 World Cup history and the second highest in Women’s T20I’s. Fatima’s 55 not out off 38 balls comprising six fours also involved two sixes, which she hit on consecutive balls in the last over off de Klerk to bring up her third WT20I fifty off 35 balls. She registered the highest score by a player batting at no.8 or lower in ICC Women’s T20 World Cups. Scores in brief:Pakistan 126-9, 20 overs (Fatima Sana 55 not out, Tuba Hassan 23; Marizanne Kapp 3-23)South Africa 127-8, 16.5 overs (Annerie Dercksen 52, Nadine de Klerk 37; Fatima Sana 3-16, Sadia Iqbal 2-26, Tuba Hassan 2-28)
Muzammil Murtaza Defeats Indian Aditya Kothari 2-0 in ITF M15 match
Islamabad (faisal): Pakistan’s leading tennis player, Muzammil Murtaza, made an impressive start to his campaign at the ITF M15 Future Tournament in Kayseri, Türkiye, defeating India’s Aditya Kothari in straight sets, 6-0, 6-1, in the first round of the main draw.Muzammil earned direct entry into the main draw through a wild card arranged by the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) in collaboration with the Turkish Tennis Federation, providing him with an excellent opportunity to compete at the international level.Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi, President of the Pakistan Tennis Federation, congratulated Muzammil on his outstanding performance and praised his dominant victory.
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