New Zealand Cricket (NZC) has appointed Tom Latham as captain for the upcoming One Day International (ODI) series against Pakistan, scheduled to begin on March 29th. The 13-member squad announcement also includes Pakistani-origin fast bowler Mohammad Abbas. Several key players, including Mitchell Santner, Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway, and Glenn Phillips, will miss the series due to their commitments in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Squad Composition New Zealand’s squad features a blend of experienced and emerging players. Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Nathan Smith, and Will Young have been included, alongside Jacob Duffy, Nick Kelly, Daryl Mitchell, and Ben Sears. The…
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Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has suggested that key players Shadab Khan and Shaheen Shah Afridi should be rested for the fifth and final T20I against New Zealand, scheduled to be played in Wellington on Wednesday. Afridi, in a social media post on X (formerly Twitter), emphasized the need to provide opportunities to bench players, particularly with the series already lost after New Zealand’s emphatic 115-run victory in the fourth match. “For the final game, the players on the bench should be given a chance – with the series lost, Shadab and Shaheen can be rested and replacements given an…
Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal is recovering in hospital after suffering a heart attack during a domestic match, cricket officials confirmed on Tuesday. The 36-year-old was leading Mohammedan Sporting Club in a Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League fixture on Monday when he complained of severe chest pain and was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital. “He is now better. He talked to his family members and also walked briefly at the hospital,” club official Tariqul Islam said. Mohammedan’s physiotherapist, Enamul Haque, added that Tamim was in a stable condition and was likely to be transferred to another medical facility soon.…
The Pakistan national cricket team is set to face New Zealand tomorrow (Wednesday) in the final T20I of the series at the Wellington Regional Stadium. According to reports, changes are expected in the playing XI. Shaheen Shah Afridi and Shadab Khan are likely to be rested for the final T20I. Furthermore, more peripheral players are expected to be given an opportunity in the last T20I against the Black Caps, ahead of the ODI series. Expressing his views, Pakistan’s assistant coach Azhar Mahmood stated, “The team retains a fighting spirit despite the defeat in the previous T20I.” “We will need to…
Pakistan’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, Mohammad Sadiq, has successfully concluded his three-day visit to Kabul, where both sides finalized a schedule for institutional relations and agreed to hold a Joint Coordination Committee (JCC) meeting before April 15th. In Kabul, Sadiq engaged in high-level discussions to strengthen bilateral ties, trade, and regional connectivity. According to the Foreign Office spokesperson, during his visit, Sadiq met Afghanistan’s Acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, where both sides exchanged views on mutual interests, peace and security, trade, and economic cooperation. He reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to continuous engagement with Afghanistan and emphasized the importance of resolving…
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a drought alert for Sindh, Balochistan, and Punjab, warning that the situation could worsen due to a significant rainfall deficit and rising temperatures. Official data reveals that between September 1, 2024, and March 21, 2025, the country experienced 40% less rainfall than normal. Sindh recorded the highest deficit at 62%, followed by Balochistan at 52%, Punjab at 38%, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa at 35%, and Azad Jammu and Kashmir at 29%. The PMD noted that while recent rainfall spells have improved conditions in central and upper regions, drought conditions persist in southern Sindh, parts of…
Karachi’s deteriorating traffic congestion and increasing accidents have ignited a debate regarding accountability. Sindh Health Minister Dr. Azra Pechuho has placed the onus on citizens, asserting that regardless of the traffic police’s efforts, problems will persist if individuals do not comply with traffic regulations. Speaking to the media after inaugurating a new dental OPD at Jinnah Medical University, Dr. Azra emphasized that accidents are unavoidable when traffic laws are disregarded. She also highlighted that Karachi’s inadequate infrastructure has contributed to the rising number of road incidents. “No matter how diligently traffic officers work, citizens must also abide by the rules,”…
The federal government has retracted its decision concerning the appointment of Abdul Khaliq Shaikh as Director General (DG) of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). According to an official order issued by the Ministry of Interior, the notification appointing Abdul Khaliq Shaikh as DG FIA has been withdrawn. Just a day prior, he had been assigned the additional charge of the position. This abrupt reversal has raised questions regarding the internal decision-making processes within the government concerning key law enforcement appointments. Previously, the federal government had issued a notification regarding high-level transfers and appointments within the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). As…
The federal cabinet meeting, initially scheduled for today, has been postponed. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who was to chair the meeting, will now lead it on March 26th. The meeting is anticipated to address the nation’s political and economic landscape, alongside a 12-point agenda. Key items on the agenda include the appointment of members to the Pakistan Ordnance Factory and Heavy Industries Taxila Board, and the approval for signing a convention on international dispute resolution. Furthermore, the cabinet will approve an agreement between Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Hungary’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, aimed at facilitating trade…
A power van on the Karachi Express train experienced a fire near Kot Lalu Railway Station on Tuesday, initiated by an electrical short circuit. Railway personnel acted promptly to control the fire, preventing it from escalating. The incident occurred while the train was traveling from Lahore to Karachi. The swift response by railway staff successfully extinguished the fire, ensuring the safety of the passengers. Initial inquiries indicate that the fire was sparked by an electrical fault within the power van. Authorities have confirmed that no injuries or substantial damage resulted from the incident. Railway officials are undertaking a comprehensive investigation…
