Asia Cup: Fakhar’s fifty, Shaheen’s late cameo take Pakistan to 146/9 after turbulent build-up

IANS | September 17, 2025 11:16 PM

Dubai, Sep 17 (IANS) On a day overshadowed by off-field drama, Fakhar Zaman and Shaheen Shah Afridi produced the only bright spots for Pakistan, who stumbled to 146/9 in their 20 overs against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) after the start of Match 10 of Group A was delayed by an hour in the Men's T20 Asia Cup 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium here on Wednesday.

2nd ODI: Smriti, bowlers star as India thrash Australia by 102 runs, level series 1–1

IANS | September 17, 2025 9:14 PM

New Chandigarh, Sep 17 (IANS) Smriti Mandhana’s sublime 117, coupled with the six bowling options in hand, played starring roles as India produced a commanding all-round performance to beat Australia by 102 runs and level the three-match series 1–1 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium here on Wednesday.

Asia Cup: Rauf, Shah in for Pakistan as UAE elect to field in must-win match

IANS | September 17, 2025 8:59 PM

Dubai, Sep 17 (IANS) The United Arab Emirates won the toss and elected to field first against Pakistan in match 10 of group A of Asia Cup 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Both teams have made a few changes. As for Pakistan, Haris Rauf replaces Sufiyan Muqeem, and Khushdil Shah comes in for Faheem Ashraf.

Host India to face UAE, Sri Lanka & Nepal after World Junior C’ships Mixed Team redraw

IANS | September 17, 2025 8:16 PM

New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Host India will face the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Sri Lanka, and Nepal in the BWF World Junior Championships Mixed Team event, following a group stage redraw on Wednesday. The withdrawal of the Cook Islands prompted the Badminton World Federation (BWF) to reshuffle the field for the current 36 countries participating in the tournament, also known as the Suhandinata Cup.