Stories by Mohammad Yaqoob

INTERVIEW: Sufyan sees Pakistan returning to hockey glory with continuity in system

LAHORE: Pakistan’s leading penalty-corner specialist Sufyan Khan believes the country can regain its lost glory in...

Published 10 Nov, 2026 07:04am

Aamer, three uncapped players added to Pakistan Test squad

LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Saturday added pace bowling all-rounder Aamer Jamal and three uncapped...

Published 08 Nov, 2026 07:02am

Fakhar, young batters help Pakistan upstage Sri Lanka in tri-series decider

LAHORE: The blend of Pakistan batting’s experience and youth was on display here at a jam-packed Gaddafi Stadium ...

Published 01 Nov, 2026 06:27am

Salman backs Pakistan to clinch tri-series final as Mendis stays upbeat

LAHORE: Pakistan will look to make home advantage count when they face Sri Lanka in the tri-nation One-day...

Published 31 Oct, 2026 04:19am

Duckett century trumps Rathnayake as England sign off with consolation win

LAHORE: Ben Duckett struck a magnificent 167 before Liam Dawson claimed four wickets as England ended their One-day...

Published 30 Oct, 2026 07:05am

Pakistan batting coach admits top order operating at ‘70 per cent’ after Sri Lanka rout

LAHORE: Pakistan’s batting unit is operating at only “about 70 per cent” of its potential, batting coach Mike...

Published 28 Oct, 2026 06:51am

Shadab’s fighting ton steers Pakistan to tri-series final after thrilling chase against England

LAHORE: Fortune favours the brave, and on Sunday it favoured Shadab Khan just when he seemed to have been abandoned...

Published 26 Oct, 2026 06:06am

Unconcerned Shaheen wants Pakistan to restrict England to smaller total

LAHORE: Pakistan captain Shaheen Shah Afridi on Saturday said that the hosts would try to restrict England, who lost...

Published 25 Oct, 2026 06:31am

Rizwan, Imam allowed to play domestic cricket

LAHORE/KARACHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), apparently taking a step back quietly, has allowed former captain...

Published 19 Oct, 2026 06:39am

PCB allows Rizwan, Imam to play domestic cricket tournament

The two have been under investigation by the NCCIA for alleged betting and gambling activities.

Updated 19 Oct, 2026 01:13am

INTERVIEW: Govt urged to facilitate Pakistan shooters for international contests

LAHORE: Pakistan’s accomplished shooter Mohsin Nawaz has called for swift investment in the sport, saying the...

Published 14 Oct, 2026 07:02am

Rizwan, NCCIA tight-lipped after player appears for questioning

He was summoned for his face recognition, which is necessary for daily forensics of the phone.

Updated 03 Oct, 2026 09:40am

NCCIA summons Rizwan as player seeks clarity over probe

LAHORE: Former Pakistan captain and veteran cricketer Mohammad Rizwan was on Thursday summoned by the National Cyber...

Published 02 Oct, 2026 07:02am

PCB defies its previous policy on paying outstation officials

LAHORE: Though the Pakistan Cricket Board has refuted a recent report published in Dawn regarding its decision not ...

Published 18 Sep, 2026 07:10am

Pakistan Super League teams seek lower player salary purse amid rising costs

The proposal was raised at the latest PSL Council meeting, which was held in London last week.

Updated 08 Sep, 2026 09:30am

‘Inam Butt tests positive for banned substance’

LAHORE: Pakistan’s leading wrestler Inam Butt has tested positive for a banned substance following a dope test...

Published 08 Sep, 2026 06:57am

No squash revival for Pakistan without professionals running the affairs, says Jahangir Khan

Three newly-constructed squash courts handed over by the Sports Board Punjab (SBP) to Pakistan Squash Academies.

Updated 09 Aug, 2026 10:56am

Veldhof appointed Pakistan head coach after reshuffling: Wani

David Dwyer was also appointed high-performance coach, while Chris Bowen was given the dual role of technical coach and sports psychologist.

Updated 08 Aug, 2026 09:28am

Pakistan launches effort to trace missing boxer Qudratullah after Commonwealth Gam­es in Glasgow

Sources say disappearance of the 20-year-old boxer, who competed in the men’s 60kg category, is being treated as a high-profile case.

Updated 06 Aug, 2026 09:13am

Samiullah optimistic as squad announced for FIH Men’s World Cup

According to Samiullah, the squad has been chosen jointly by the national selectors and the recently appointed foreign coaching staff.

Updated 06 Aug, 2026 09:22am