Matt Richtman won the 40th annual Los Angeles Marathon on Sunday, becoming the first American man to claim the title in 31 years. He set a personal-best time of 2 hours, 7 minutes, 56 seconds on the course that began at Dodger Stadium and ran through downtown LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Brentwood before concluding in the Century City neighborhood. Athanas Kioko of Kenya finished second in 2:10.55. Moses Kurgat of Kenya took third place in 2:13.13. This was only Richtman’s second marathon, following his debut last fall at the Twin Cities Marathon, where he finished fourth with a time…
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Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma will continue as Test skipper for the upcoming England series following India’s Champions Trophy 2025 victory, according to reports from Indian media outlets. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selectors have extended Sharma’s Test captaincy tenure despite his recent batting struggles, confirming he will lead the five-match Test series against England scheduled from June to August 2025. Sharma’s leadership received strong endorsement after guiding India to an unbeaten run in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, culminating in a four-wicket victory over New Zealand at Dubai International Cricket Stadium on March 9. Cricket…
Pakistan cricket captain Salman Ali Agha acknowledged that the national team has failed to meet fan expectations during a press conference ahead of their upcoming series. “We haven’t played cricket according to our fans’ expectations, and they’re understandably not happy with us,” Agha stated. “Our team is built around young players, but we’ve come here to win.” The skipper addressed pitch conditions for the upcoming matches, noting that while the wicket appears to favor pace bowlers, spinners would likely find assistance as well. He revealed that the final playing eleven has not been decided yet. Discussing key players’ form, Agha…
New Zealand cruised to a commanding nine-wicket victory over Pakistan in the first T20I of the five-match series at Hagley Oval on Sunday, taking a 1-0 lead in the contest. Chasing a modest 91-run target, the Black Caps’ openers, Tim Seifert and Finn Allen, dominated the proceedings from the outset. The duo put on a brisk 53-run stand during the powerplay, setting the tone for an emphatic chase. Seifert looked set for a half-century but was dismissed for 44 off 29 balls by spinner Abrar Ahmed, the only Pakistani bowler to claim a wicket. His departure at 53-1 in 5.5…
Former India captain Virat Kohli has expressed his concerns regarding the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) newly implemented policy restricting players’ families from joining them on tours, stating that their presence plays a vital role in helping cricketers navigate the pressures of international cricket. Speaking at the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Innovation Lab Indian Sports Summit ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, Kohli, 36, remarked that having family members around allows players to cope better during tough phases. “It’s very difficult to explain to people how grounding it is to just come back to your…
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has served a legal notice to South African all-rounder Corbin Bosch for withdrawing from the Pakistan Super League (PSL) to join the Indian Premier League (IPL). According to reports, the PCB issued the notice to Bosch for opting out of Pakistan’s premier domestic competition after being signed by Peshawar Zalmi. Subsequently, the Proteas all-rounder chose to join the Mumbai Indians in the IPL as a replacement for Lizaad Williams. Zalmi had selected Bosch in the diamond category during the draft for the upcoming 10th edition of the PSL. The legal notice was delivered to Bosch…
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted a marginal decrease in temperatures in Karachi over the coming three days, with the mercury expected to drop by 1 to 2 degrees Celsius. According to the Met Office, a shift in wind direction is contributing to drier conditions, with daytime temperatures in the city likely to range between 33 and 35 degrees Celsius. The PMD reported that Karachi’s current temperature is 19°C, with partly cloudy skies and a humidity level of 48%. Winds are blowing from the northeast at a speed of 6 kilometers per hour, it added. Concurrently, weather in hilly…
A meteor streaked across the sky over Karachi in the early hours of Monday, captivating residents with its brilliant glow. The event, witnessed at approximately 2:43 am, was captured by numerous citizens, with videos rapidly gaining popularity on social media. The sudden flash of light sparked curiosity among skywatchers, with many describing it as a “once-in-a-lifetime” spectacle. Astronomers explain that meteors, commonly referred to as “shooting stars,” are fragments of asteroids that enter Earth’s atmosphere, producing a fiery glow due to friction with atmospheric gases. The bright trail observed over Karachi was likely caused by a meteoroid burning up upon…
Security forces successfully repelled several attacks across Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province overnight, responding promptly to incidents in three separate districts. In the Lakki Marwat district, militants targeted the Sarai Gambila police station late at night. Officials reported that night vision equipment detected suspicious movement. Following an exchange of gunfire, the attackers fled the scene. In the Khyber district, armed individuals opened fire near the Jamrud Bypass, injuring two security personnel. Authorities immediately sealed off the area and launched a search operation to apprehend the perpetrators. The wounded security guards were taken to a nearby medical facility for treatment. The report…
The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Cyber Crime Circle has apprehended a suspect, Haider Saeed, for disseminating hate speech and negative propaganda on social media during the Jaffar Express incident. According to the FIA, the accused was conducting a harmful campaign against state institutions, sharing provocative content, and providing online support to banned organizations. Digital evidence has been confiscated, and a First Information Report (FIR) has been registered under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA). Authorities report that Haider Saeed instigated public disorder and falsely asserted that over 200 soldiers were killed in the Bolan attack. He was arrested during…
