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SPORTS NEWS - Futsal 20 Oct, 2023
Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: Eleven matches have been decided on the opening day of the All Pakistan Inter Board Futsal Championship, as the match between Islamabad and Faisalabad ended 3-3 draw at Pakistan Sports Complex, Islamabad on Friday. Dr. Ghulam Ali Malah, Executive Director, Inter Board Coordination Committee (IBCC), inaugurated the 3-days event.Chairman, Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Rawalpindi, Mohammad Adnan Khan, Secretary, Inter-Board Coordination Committee, Mohammad Buksh, and others officials including Shamashad Ali, Mohammad Fahmeed, Malik Suhail, Raja Sarwar, and Rana Abid were also present on the occasion. Eleven teams from all over Pakistan are taking part in the Championship and divided into two groups. Two teams from each group will qualify for the semifinals. The semifinals and final match will be played on October 22 at the same venue.Results (Day 1):Mardan beat Kohat by 2-1 goalsSawat beat Karachi BIE by 5-2 goalsBannu beat Peshawar by 3-0 goalsMardan beat Karachi BIE by 2-0 goalsKohat beat Sawat by 3-1 goalsQuetta beat Karachi SBTE by 2-0 goalsIslamabad beat Rawalpindi by 2-1 goalsQuetta beat Faisalabad by 2-0 goalsIslamabad beat Karachi SBTE by 6-0 goalsQuetta beat Rawalpindi by 5-2 goalsKarachi BIE beat Bannu by 2-0Islamabad vs Faisalabad match 3-3 draw.
AWT National Hockey Championship reaches Quarterfinals Stage
Sports Bulletin ReportRAWALPINDI: The 67th Army Welfare Trust (AWT) National Hockey Championship has entered in the quarterfinal stage, as the Sindh A secured their spot in the quarterfinals after defeating Pakistan Navy 6-3 here at Lt. General Ishfaq Nadeem Hockey Stadium, Ayub Park on Thursday. All four quarterfinals will be played on Friday at the same venue.The Sindh A team, composed of young and seasoned players, displayed their skills in the first match by defeating the strong Pakistan Navy side. In a stunning display of prowess, they managed to score a convincing 6-3 victory, earning themselves a place in the quarterfinals. The match saw star players like Haris Nasir, Hamad Ayaz, and Sultan Mahmood contributing significantly, while Abdul Wahab led the team with three goals. For the Navy, Akbar Ali, Osman Ali, and Basharat were among the notable scorers.The standout performers in the match were undoubtedly Babar Sadaat and Abdul Wahab, with both players delivering stellar performances under the guidance of Army Welfare Trust's Proto Officer Anisur Rahman Mashwani and Mohammad Wahid.The second match featured Punjab A facing AJK, with Punjab A dominating the game with a 10-2 score-line. Captain Arslan led his team's onslaught with four goals, while Hasim added two more, and Abdullah, Saeed, Shamoel, and Hafiz Afraheem chipped in with one goal each. For Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Umair Zeeshan and Waqar were the goal scorers. This match witnessed the special appearance of Colonel Waseem Malik, Deputy CEO of Military Guard, who presented the Man of the Match awards to Aamir Sahil and Arslan.The third match saw Pakistan Army taking on Punjab B, and the Army side emerged victorious with a scoreline of 8-1. Shahid and Osman scored two goals each, while Rauf Arslan, Wasim Akram, Aqil, and Owais Zahid added one each. Punjab B's lone goal was scored by Shaher. The Umpire Panel for this match included Rizwan Khan, Irfan Malik, and Zahid Hamid, and the Match Supervisor was Muhammad Ali. The field jury consisted of Ali Abid, Mohammad Kabir, Mohammad Kamal, Mohammad Imtiaz, Iftikhar Ahmed, and Yasir Lodhi.The fourth and final match featured WAPDA going up against KPK A, with WAPDA securing a dominant 9-1 victory. Rana Abdul Waheed and Amjad Ali Khan scored two goals each, while Moeen Shakil, Ali Aziz, Mohammad Atiq, Hamad-ud-Din, and Aleem Bilal each contributed one goal. The solitary goal for KPK A was netted by Sameerullah. The Match Supervisor, Brigadier Farooq Zaman, Director HR Army Welfare Trust, presented the Man of the Match awards to Mohammad Allah. The field jury included Rafeeq Khan, Syed Salim Raza, Ghulam Khokhar, Zia Bakhsh, and Ghulam Abbas.On Friday, the excitement reaches its peak as all four quarterfinal matches are set to take place. The first match will be played at 11 AM, followed by the second at 1:30 PM, the third at 4 PM, and the fourth and final quarterfinal at 6:30 PM. Hockey enthusiasts can expect fierce competition and intense action.
BASKETBALL - Local News 19 Oct, 2023
Mohammad Azam DarISLAMABAD: To improve the basketball standards and skills of the technical officials of basketball, the Pakistan Basketball Federation (PBBF) took some significant steps, as the federation started a FIBA Referee workshop on Thursday aiming for the growth and development of basketball referees here at Pakistan Sports Complex.The Federation of International Basketball Associations (FIBA) qualified referee Instructor, Abdul Karim Shakeb from Bahrain will conduct the 3-day workshop, who was appointed by FIBA Asia. Shakeb's extensive experience and knowledge are expected to be instrumental in enhancing the skills of local referees and officials.Prior to the main event, a National Referee Workshop was conducted at the same venue, the Sports Complex in Islamabad. Over 40 referees participated in this preparatory workshop, which aimed to equip them with the necessary skills and knowledge for the upcoming FIBA Referee workshop.The National Referee Workshop received guidance and instruction from key figures in the basketball community. The Associate Secretary of the Pakistan Basketball Federation and FIBA Commissioner Ouj E Zahoor played a pivotal role in organizing and conducting the workshop, in collaboration with the National Referees Board.Secretary Referees Board Prof. Siraj Ul Haq Qureshi and members of the board former FIBA referee Yaqoob Qadry and Saadat Jehangir contributed their expertise by conducting training sessions during the National Referee Workshop. Their valuable insights and mentorship are expected to enrich the skills of the referees who will soon partake in the FIBA Referee workshop.This initiative by the Pakistan Basketball Federation not only emphasizes the commitment to improving the quality of officiating in basketball but also aims to strengthen Pakistan's presence on the international basketball stage. The FIBA Referee workshop is poised to be a significant step forward in achieving these objectives, as it equips local referees with the knowledge and skills necessary to officiate international basketball events effectively.
National Hockey Championship 2023: Sindh beat AJK 9-0
Sports Bulletin ReportRAWALPINDI: Sindh beat Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK) 9-0 in the 67th National Hockey Championship here at Ayub Park on Wednesday.In the first match, KPK A defeated Islamabad with a score of 6-3 in a thrilling encounter. Saifullah from the winning team scored three goals, while Samiullah, Khurshid, and Zaakir scored one goal each. From Islamabad, Afaq Malik, Manib, and Zaakir were the scorers. Special guests for this match were Colonel Abdullah Saeed Star, Colonel Imtiaz Military Special Guest, who introduced the players before the match. Haris Khan was appointed as the man of the match. The umpires for this match were Irfan Tahir, Zahid Mahmood, and Rizwan Khan, while the field jury included Zafar Abbas, Mazhar, Mohammad Akbar, Hafiz Arshad, Ajmal Khan, and Mubarak Ali.Meanwhile, in the second match, Sindh B defeated Azad Jammu and Kashmir easily with a score of 9-0. Javed from the winning team scored three goals, while Imad Rizwan, Im Adnan, Saram Hussain, and Wani Sarwan scored one goal each. Special guest for this match was Colonel Abdulatif of the Military Intelligence Services who awarded the man of the match to Mohammad Adnan. The match was supervised by Abdul Sattar, Afsar Ali, and Mohammad Bilal, while for field jury, Zafar Abbas, Ehsanul Haq, Ali Hatim, Yaser Lodhi, Haroon Butt, and Iftikhar Ahmed provided their services.In the third match, Mari Petroleum defeated Balochistan A after a one-sided contest with a score of 16-0. This was the highest-scoring match of the championship. Naveed Alam and Ramaiz Suroor scored four goals each for the winning team, while Arshad Liaqat, Wasim Akram, Omar Mustafa, Umair Sattar, Shoaib Khan, Rizwan Butt, Javed Rasool, and Hasher Ali scored one goal each. The special guest for this match was Brigadier Abdul Tahir of the Military Intelligence Services, who awarded the man of the match to Javed Rasool and Umair Sattar. The umpires for this match were Anwar Hussain, Wasim, and Malik Irfan, while the field jury included Rizwan Mughal, Naveed Hussain, Ghulam Khokhar, Yamin Bhatti, and Tariq Butt.In the fourth match, Pakistan Navy defeated KPK B with a score of 8-0, securing their place in the quarter-finals. From Pakistan Navy, Osman Ali scored two goals, while Hamad Ali, Rana Waleed, Ali Sher, Zulqarnain, Basharat, and Akbar Ali scored one goal each. Pakistan Navy became the first team to secure a spot in the top eight. The special guest for this match was Brigadier Abrar Hussain of the Real Estate Army Welfare Trust, who was introduced to both teams before the match. At the end of the match, he awarded the Man of the Match to Pakistan Navy's Sultan Golden and Zikria Hayat. The match was supervised by Wajahat, Asad Abbas, and Saleem, while for field jury, Abdul Malik, Moeen Alam, Salim Raza, Zahoor-ul-Haq, and Ali Aabid were present.The fifth match was played between Rangers and Port Qasim. Rangers emerged victorious with a score of 3-1. Dawood, Faisal, and Sajjad were the scorers for Rangers, while Basit scored the lone goal for Port Qasim. The Man of the Match for this match was Dawood. The special guests for this match were Brigadier Mukhtar Ahmed (Sitara Imtiaz) Secretary A W T, Waqaz Zahir GM TDCP. The first match on October 19 will be between Pakistan Navy and Sindh A, the second match will be between Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab A, the third match will be between Pakistan Army and Punjab B, the fourth match will be between Pakistan WAPDA and KPK A, and the fifth match will be between Pakistan Customs and Air Force.
FOOTBALL - Int News 17 Oct, 2023
Khurram Shahzad AwanISLAMABAD: Pakistan defeated Cambodia 1-0 to reach the second round of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers for the first time in history here at Jinnah Stadium, Pakistan Sports Complex on Tuesday.Haroon Hamid scored the only goal of the match in the 69th minute. Thousands of fans celebrated Pakistan's victory at the Jinnah Stadium.Federal Information Minister Murtaza Solangi, Federal Secretary Inter-Provincial Liaison Ahmed Hanif Orkazi, and Director General Pakistan Sports Board Shoaib Khoso watched the match.Caretaker Sports Minister Balochistan Jamal Raisani said that international football has returned to Pakistan, this is Pakistan's first victory in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, I congratulate the Pakistani team and the nation on the victory, give all possible support to the Pakistan Football Federation.
National Hockey Championship: MPCL outclass Punjab B 10-0
RWALPINDI (Press Release): Mari Petroleum Company Limited (MPCL) players outplayed Punjab B 10-0 in the 67th National Hockey Championship, jointly organized by the Pakistan Hockey Federation and the Army Welfare Trust (AWT), the action continued at the Lt. General Ashfaq Nadeem Hockey Stadium in Rawalpindi.Sadrat Salim, Manager Human Resources Welfare Trust was the guest of honour in the first match of the day. Present on this occasion were Secretary General Haider Hussain, hockey legends Olympian Hanif Khan, Olympian Naseer Ali, Olympian Shakeel Abbasi, Ehsanullah International, Waqas Akbar, Olympian Tariq Aziz, Olympian Javed Mohammad Ali Khan International, Olympian Mohammad Zubair, Olympian Omar Bhatta, Olympian Tauseeq Arshad, Olympian Rahim Khan, Rana Shafiq International, International Aamir Shahzad, Raja Shuja, Raja Shahid, Mohammad Yasin, and Taher Gujjar.In the first match played in the morning, the Pakistan Air Force defeated Punjab A with a score of 3-1. From the Air Force side, Mushtaq, Mohsin, and Abdusattar each scored a goal. Bilal Akram scored the lone goal for Punjab A. Anwar Hussain International, Irfan Tahir, and Abdul Sattar supervised this match. Captain Usman, General Manager of Legal Army Welfare Trust, was the special guest for this match.The second match of the day was played between Balochistan A and Gilgit-Baltistan. Balochistan won the match with a score of 2-0 against Gilgit-Baltistan. Both goals were scored by Usman. Imran Naqvi, Manager Finance A WTT, was the chief guest for this match. Umpires Mohammad Salim, Wasim, and Shahzeb Khan supervised this match. Mohammad Faheem Qureshi, Director NAB Islamabad, was the special guest for this match.The third match of the day was between Pakistan WAPDA and Balochistan B. Pakistan WAPDA won easily with a score of 10-0 against Balochistan B. Tauseeq and Abdul Rahman scored two goals each for WAPDA. Umpires Rizwan Asad and Malik Irfan supervised this match.The fourth match of the day was played between Mari Petroleum Corporation and Punjab B. Mari Petroleum Corporation won the match easily with a score of 10-0 against Punjab B. Naveed Alam and Sufyan scored two goals each for Mari Petroleum Corporation, while Arbaz Ali Anwar, Hasher, and Rehan Butt each scored one goal. Officers Ali Bilal and Zahid Hameed supervised this match.
CLIMBING - Int News 17 Oct, 2023
Sports Bulletin ReportTorino (Italy): The International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) has unfolded the calendar of events for 2024, featuring nine World Cups, and three Paraclimbing World Cup stages, as the opening event will be a first for the IFSC World Cup Series, with the Chinese city of Shanghai organising the inaugural Boulder competition.The first stop will be in Shanghai, scheduled from 16 to 19 May, while the second and conclusive event will be organised in Budapest, Hungary, kicking-off on 20 June and concluding on 23 June – the Olympic Day.Spotlights will then move back to the IFSC World Cup Series 2024, with the event in Innsbruck, Austria, being the final chance for Olympians to compete in both Boulder and Lead at the same event. The lead up to Paris 2024 will be at its peak in July, when two French cities – Chamonix and Briançon – will organise the last two World Cups before the Olympic Games.The Olympic Qualifier Series will award the final set of quota places for the Olympic Games Paris 2024 – surely the most anticipated event of the season – which will open on 26 July and close on 11 August. Sport Climbing competitions are scheduled from 5 to 10 August.The second half of August, as usual, will see the yearly Youth World Championships take place in China. The exact dates and location will be communicated at a later stage.Koper, Slovenia, and Prague, Czech Republic, are going to be the host cities of the two World Cup events organised in September, respectively in the Lead and Boulder disciplines.Finally, for the first time ever, the closing event of the IFSC World Cup Series will see all six season trophies being awarded at the same time. The city of Seoul, South Korea, in fact, will host the ninth and conclusive stage of the Series, with competitions in all three disciplines taking place over a span of five days.Schedule (IFSC World Cup Series 2024):9 to 10 April, IFSC World Cup in Shanghai, China – Boulder;12 to 14 April, IFSC World Cup in Wujiang, China – Lead, Speed;3 to 5 May, IFSC World Cup in Salt Lake City, USA – Boulder, Speed;26 to 30 June, IFSC World Cup in Innsbruck, Austria – Boulder, Lead;12 to 14 July, IFSC World Cup in Chamonix, France – Lead, Speed;17 to 19 July, IFSC World Cup in Briançon, France – Lead, Speed;6 to 7 September, IFSC World Cup in Koper, Slovenia – Lead;20 to 22 September, IFSC World Cup in Prague, Czech Republic – Boulder; and2 to 6 October, IFSC World Cup in Seoul, South Korea – Boulder, Lead, Speed.Coming from one of the most successful seasons in terms of engagement and popularity, the Paraclimbing World Cup Series 2024 will comprise of three events, scheduled in Salt Lake City, Innsbruck, and a still to-be-defined location in France.Schedule (IFSC World Cup Series 2024):IFSC Paraclimbing World Cup in Salt Lake City, USA – dates to be defined;24 to 25 June, IFSC Paraclimbing world Cup in Innsbruck, Austria; andIFSC Paraclimbing World Cup in France – dates and location to be defined.
MARTIAL ARTS - Taekwondo 17 Oct, 2023
463 players from 16 countries participate in the mega martial arts event of the regionSports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: As many as 16 countries, including Pakistan, have confirmed their participation in the 5th COMBAXX Asian Open Taekwondo Championship, which will be held at Liaquat Gymnasium of Pakistan Sports Complex, under the auspices of the Pakistan Taekwondo Federation (PTF).According to an official of PTF Mr Najam, the countries include England, Netherlands, Turkey, Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Iraq, Oman, Kazakhstan, Palestine, Nepal, Afghanistan, WT Refugees, Saudi Arabia, Luxembourg, Jordan, Mali, and the host Pakistan will fight for top honour.The registration process of 268 athletes has been completed. Before the mega championship, under the auspices of the Asian Taekwondo Union in collaboration with the PTF, 5-day Kyrugi, and Poomsae education courses will be held from October 27 to 31 at the Islamabad Sports Complex, in which international coaches and managers from different countries including Pakistan will participate.The Asian Taekwondo Union Referees Education Course will be held on October 29 and 30, as well as the education programme of Khyrougi and Poomsae will also be conducted from 27 to 31 October 2023 at Pakistan Sports Board, Islamabad.
OLYMPICS - 17 Oct, 2023
Sports Bulletin ReportMumbai (India): Petra Sörling, President of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF), has been elected as a Member of the IOC, as the 141st International Olympic Committee (IOC) Session held in Mumbai, India.Notably, Petra Sörling is the first President of the ITTF to ascend to the esteemed position of an IOC Member, marking a historic chapter for table tennis. With dedication and unwavering commitment, both President Sörling and the ITTF are poised to actively contribute to the Olympic Movement and the global community. In response to her election, Sörling expressed, “I am deeply humbled and grateful to have been elected as a member of the International Olympic Committee. This is not just an honour but also a significant responsibility that I am ready to embrace. “This is even more momentous as this is the first time for the International Table Tennis Federation to see its President become an IOC Member, making this a historic chapter for our sport as well. As I step into this new role, I am driven by my passion for sport. I grasp the magnitude of this role; I am committed to undertake the responsibilities it brings, and to dedicate myself every day to make a meaningful contribution to the Olympic Movement and our global community. “I want to express my heartfelt thanks to President Thomas Bach, to fellow members of the IOC, the IOC Executive Board, the IOC Members Election Commission, and the table tennis community for their unwavering support. Together, we will work to strengthen the Olympic Movement, promote sustainability, champion diversity, and continue to inspire the next generations with the Olympic values. Let us make the world a better place and foster positive changes with sport.” President Sörling's distinguished career is rich with remarkable achievements and leadership roles. In the realm of table tennis, she achieved a historic milestone in 2021 by becoming ITTF President, making her the first woman to attain this prestigious position. Prior to this, she served as Vice-President of ITTF from 2009 to 2013, before taking on the role of Vice-President Finance from 2013 to 2021. Outside of ITTF, Petra served as the Deputy President and Board Member of the Swedish Table Tennis Association (2003 – 2013), before serving as President of the Swedish TTA (2013-2022). Furthermore, she held the position of Vice-President of the European Table Tennis Union (2007-2009). These roles underscore her profound commitment to advancing the sport of table tennis. Her contributions to the Olympic Movement include participation in the International Olympic Academy (IOA) Young Leader Programme (2002) and her current role as a Member of the IOC Gender Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee (2022-). Beyond table tennis, Sörling contributes her expertise to the Swedish National Olympic Committee (NOC) as a Board Member since 2021. She also serves as an Executive Committee Member of the International Masters Games Association (IMGA) since 2022. In 2023, she added to her portfolio by joining the Board of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Foundation and becoming a Member of the Association of Summer Olympic International Federations (ASOIF) Council.
National Hockey Championship: Army beat Gilgit Baltistan 13-0
RAWAPINDI (Press Release): Pakistan Army thrashed Gilgit Baltistan 13-0nin the 67th National Hockey Championship, which is in progress at the lt. Gen. Ishfaq Nadeem Hockey Stadium in Rawalpindi, a collaborative effort by the Pakistan Hockey Federation and the Army Welfare Trust. The championship's fifth day witnessed a series of matches where special guests graced each encounter. In the first match, Pakistan Army faced off against Gilgit Baltistan, emerging victorious with a remarkable 13-0 score. Led by Osman's four goals, the Army's strong performance showcased their prowess on the field, while Shafqat and Ahmed Suroor, among others, contributed to the commanding win. The match was supervised by Umpire Asif Ali and Shahzaib, with Rizwan Khan serving as the reserve umpire. The second match saw Sindh A and Rangers engaged in a fierce battle, resulting in a draw of 0-0. Both teams displayed exceptional defense, with the match ending without any goals. The umpires for this match were Amir Hamza and Waqas Butt, with Mohammad Salim as the reserve umpire.In the third match, Balochistan B faced off against Islamabad, securing a victory with a score of 2-1. Madthur from Balochistan B shone bright, scoring both goals, while Adil contributed a goal for Islamabad. The umpires for this match were Wasim and Zahid Hamid, with Irfan Malik serving as the reserve umpire. The fourth match witnessed a clash between Pakistan WAPDA and the Police team. Pakistan WAPDA showcased their supremacy with a convincing 5-1 win, highlighting their excellent teamwork and skill on the field. Aziz and Aleem Bilal led the scoring for Pakistan WAPDA, while Atif Baig scored for the Police team. Umpires Bilal and Fahad supervised this thrilling match, with Abdul Sattar as the reserve umpire.The fifth match pitted Pakistan Customs against Azad Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in a dominant 10-1 victory for Pakistan Customs. Abdul Mannan's hat-trick and contributions from Ghazanfar and Baqar propelled Pakistan Customs to a commanding win. Waqar scored the solitary goal for Azad Jammu and Kashmir. Umpires Asad Abbas and Wajahat officiated the match, with Irfan Tahir as the reserve umpire. Looking ahead, five matches are scheduled for October 17th, promising more intense hockey action and fierce competition. Punjab A will face Pakistan Airforce, Balochistan A will clash with Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan WAPDA will go against Balochistan B, Mardan Petroleum will challenge Punjab B, and Sindh A will compete with Port Qasim in what is sure to be an action-packed day of hockey.
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