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In a significant move aimed at enhancing Pakistan's cricketing prowess, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has appointed Gary Kirsten as the head coach for the white-ball format and Jason Gillespie as the head coach for the Test cricket team. The announcement, made during a press conference in Lahore, underscores PCB's commitment to strengthening the national team's coaching setup. Mohsin Naqvi, Chairman of PCB, emphasized the global stature of both Kirsten and Gillespie, highlighting their extensive experience and success in the cricketing arena. Naqvi stressed the importance of unity within the team, citing it as a vital factor in overcoming challenges and achieving success on the field. Addressing concerns about the team's performance and cohesion, Naqvi reiterated PCB's dedication to providing the best resources for player development and team success. The appointment of Azhar Mahmood as assistant coach for both formats further demonstrates PCB's focus on bols...

  "The White House's gesture of hosting a dinner for journalists ahead of the American presidential elections was marred by protests against Israel outside the Washington Hilton Hotel. Organizers of the protest had already planned their demonstration in accordance with the previously arranged event at the hotel.  As journalists gathered for the honor ceremony, President Biden intended to participate but had to change his entry plan due to the substantial presence of demonstrators at the hotel's main entrance. Unlike the previous year, when an alternate route was chosen to avoid protesters from the White House to the Washington Hilton, this time, the protest at the hotel's main entrance could not be avoided.  The demonstrators, positioned outside the hotel, not only protested against Israeli forces' killings of journalists in Gaza but also questioned the lack of accountability for the deaths of over 100 journalists during the conflict. They emphasized the importance...

April 16, 2023, Lahore: Babar Azam's third century and Haris Rauf's fourth four-wicket haul saw Pakistan beat New Zealand by 38 runs in the second Twenty20 International at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Saturday night. This was Pakistan's second progressive success over the Kiwis in the T20I series. The home side are booked to play the third T20I on a similar stage on Monday night and lead the five-match series 2-0. Opting to bat first, the opening set of Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam opened the innings with a strong 99, with Rizwan bringing up his 24th 50 in that configuration from 29 balls, smashing seven fours and a six. . He was out first in the 11th over when Daryl Mitchell caught Matt Henry, who had taken a hat-trick in the previous game. Henry was well on his way to another full-off when he sent Fakhar Zaman back to the hut extremely next ball but was denied by Saim Ayub's left-footed full-off which prevented the final package of the eleventh over. However, S...