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In a hilarious incident, Australian fast bowler Peter Siddle has been affectionately called “Chacha” by his female friend on social media. Siddle shared a post-match update on social media after the conclusion of the Lahore League, where his friend commented “Chacha” under the post, which quickly went viral. Siddle was earlier nicknamed “Chacha” by Haris Rauf in the Australian League, and during a press conference in the Lahore League, he revealed that players from Multan also call him “Chacha”. He further added that Iftikhar Ahmed is a local “Chacha” while he is a foreign one. A few days ago, Steve Smith addressed Siddle as “Chacha” in a post-match interview.
The 41-year-old Siddle and Steve Smith are representing Multan Sultans in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11. Pakistan’s Spin Bowler Asama Mair, a player of the defending champions, Lahore Qalandars, expressed hope that his team will perform better in the remaining matches despite the recent setback. Sri Lankan batter Kusal Mendis praised Pakistan captain Babar Azam, saying that the latter remains calm in the face of pressure on the field.
Former Pakistan Cricket Captain Shahid Afridi stated that the upcoming meeting between Pakistan and Iranian ambassadors could pave the way for peace after recent tensions. In the 19th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11, Peshawar Zalmi defeated defending champions Lahore Qalandars by 76 runs. In the match, PSL 11’s Babar Azam equalled the record of the highest share of partnerships in T20 cricket.
Rawalpindi’s Javed Khan was penalized for violating Code of Conduct Section 2.5. Proveez Hussain Eman, a player of Lahore Qalandars, was forced to leave the Pakistan Super League 11 due to injury. Glenn Maxwell, a player of Hyderabad Kingsmen, arrived in Karachi. The Bangladesh squad playing against Pakistan has been retained, with Mehdi Hasan Miraz leading the team. Saaim Ayub said the team’s environment is positive, and players are focused on improving their performance rather than just results.
Nadia Khan became Pakistan Women’s Football Team’s top scorer. On a picnic, the players also participated in a volleyball match, horse riding, and jet skiing activities. Former Sri Lankan cricketer Nawan Tharanga has apologized to the Sri Lankan Cricket Board. In the 18th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11, Quetta Gladiators set a target of 183 runs for Rawalpindi.
Saudia Arabia and Qatar have agreed to provide Pakistan with $5 billion in financial assistance. A Pakistani military contingent has arrived at King Abdulaziz Base in Saudi Arabia under a strategic defense agreement. Russian Foreign Ministry has responded negatively to the talks between the US and Iran in Islamabad. US President Donald Trump has announced the start of the clearance operation in the Strait of Hormuz.
