ویسٹ انڈیز کا پاکستان کیخلاف ٹاس جیت کر فیلڈنگ کا فیصلہ
ورلڈ کپ2019 کے دوسرے میچ میں ویسٹ انڈیز نے پاکستان کیخلاف ٹاس جیت کر پہلے فیلڈنگ کا فیصلہ کیا ہے۔ ٹاس ہارنے کے بعد قومی ٹیم کے کپتان سرفراز احمد کا کہنا تھا کہ ہم پہلے بولنگ کرنا چاہتے تھے، تاہم اب میچ جیتنے کیلئے ہمیں ایک اچھا اسٹارٹ چاہیے۔ ناٹنگھم کے گراؤنڈ ٹرینٹ برج میں پاکستان اور ویسٹ انڈیز کے درمیان ...
Superfan risks bribes, injury to see BD idols
The 31-year-old Dhaka car mechanic, known at grounds worldwide for his distinctive tiger body and face paint, has injured himself, paid a bribe and spent his life savings to pursue his passion for the game. But Ali insists there has been more gain than pain, and he is determined to become a fixture at the World Cup in England ...
Osaka survives as big daddy Djokovic and Serena stroll
PARIS (AFP) - Naomi Osaka staged a second successive Roland Garros great escape on Thursday as fellow top seed Novak Djokovic, playing in front of his four-year-old son for the first time, and Serena Williams strolled into the last 32. World number one Osaka, bidding to add the French Open to her US and Australian Open titles, came back ...
Nadal, Federer target second week at Roland Garros
PARIS (AFP) - Roger Federer continues his first French Open campaign in four years on Friday with a third-round match against Norway?s Casper Ruud, while reigning champion Rafael Nadal faces Belgian David Goffin. Here, AFP Sport takes a look at three matches to watch on the sixth day of the tournament: -- Federer heads into his 15th Roland Garros third-round ...
Messi still driven to win with Argentina, insists Aguero
BUENOS AIRES (AFP) - Lionel Messi still "loves" the Argentine national team despite more than a decade of disappointments, international team-mate Sergio Aguero said on Thursday as the pair prepare for the Copa America in neighboring Brazil. Despite trophy cupboards laden with club accolades, both Messi and Aguero have suffered much heartache with the Argentine national team. Messi, Argentina?s ...
Woods makes solid start at Memorial as Moore sizzles
Former world number one Woods, playing for the first time since missing the cut at the PGA Championship, made birdies at two of his three closing holes to stay within shouting distance of Moore, who carded a seven-under 65. The 43-year-old Woods, a five-time winner at Memorial, could equal Snead?s record of 82 PGA Tour wins with a victory ...
Carapaz holds pink jersey as Cima sprints to Giro 18th stage win
SANTA MARIA DI SALA (AFP) - Italy?s Damiano Cima of the Nippo team snatched victory with a sprint finish, holding off a late charge in Thursday?s 18th stage of the Giro d?Italia as Ecuador?s Richard Carapaz tightened his grip on the leader?s pink jersey with three days left. Cima had been part of a long range breakaway and edged ...
Messi Still Driven To Win With Argentina, Insists Aguero
Buenos Aires, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - APP - 31st May, 2019 ) :Lionel Messi still "loves" the Argentine national team despite more than a decade of disappointments, international team-mate Sergio Aguero said on Thursday as the pair prepare for the Copa America in neighboring . Messi, 's all-time leading scorer, and Aguero were part of the Argentine ...
Women's World Cup: Profiles Of Groups A, B And C
Paris, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - APP - 31st May, 2019 ) :The pressure is on as they kick off the 's Cup against on 7, but while the Koreans, Norwegians and Nigerians are potentially tricky opponents for the hosts, the format of the group stage leaves them some room to manoeuvre. Here ...
New Zealand Begin World Cup Charge Against Sri Lanka
London, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - APP - 31st May, 2019 ) : are happy to go under the radar as they prepare to launch their campaign for Cup glory against in on Saturday. The Black Caps reached the final four years ago for the first time after six semi-final defeats, only to be soundly ...
Smith, Warner Hungry As Australia Launch World Cup Campaign Against Afghanistan
London, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - APP - 31st May, 2019 ) :Steve Smith and Warner will seek redemption on the biggest stage as they re-launch their one-day international careers for against at the Cup on Saturday. After edging out hosts 3-2 in a five-match ODI series in , welcomed back Smith ...
Afghan World Cup Cricketers Bring Joy To War-torn Nation
Kabul, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - APP - 31st May, 2019 ) :When automatic gunfire erupted across last week, residents initially feared yet another terror was under way. "If the team play well, it will be a proud moment for ethnic groups and for the entire nation," 18-year-old resident Bashir Ahmad told AFP. ...
Tottenham And Liverpool Chase Biggest Win Of All To Drop Loser Tag For Good
Madrid, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - APP - 31st May, 2019 ) :Among the rewards for the Champions League winners on Saturday will be silverware, status and history but the greatest awaiting or might be an end to the agonising wait. Combined, it has been 18 years - seven for , 11 for - ...
Women's Football Reaching 'tipping Point' As World Cup Approaches
Paris, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - APP - 31st May, 2019 ) :As the 24 teams go through their final preparations for a 's Cup featuring more heavyweight contenders than ever, many have one eye on an even greater than a winner's medal. However when hosted the men's Cup and , the finals were ...
US-China Political Tensions, Tariffs Don't Worry NBA Boss
Toronto, Canada, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - APP - 31st May, 2019 ) :NBA commissioner Adam said Thursday he is unconcerned about US-China political tensions and tariffs as league players prepare for trips later this year to grow the sport globally. Minutes before the first NBA Finals game outside the tipped off, said he ...
Golf Coach Haney Suspended From PGA Tour Radio Channel
Los Angeles, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - APP - 31st May, 2019 ) :Veteran golf Hank Haney was suspended Thursday the SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio Channel over remarks on the US 's Open field branded "racist and sexist" by golf star Michelle Wie. "Mr. Haney's comments on 's professional golf were insensitive and do not represent ...
Bangkok Poised To Provide Derby With Tear-jerker Story
London, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - APP - 31st May, 2019 ) :Vichai Srivaddhanaprabh, the popular late owner of City, also dreamt of success on the track and on Saturday tears could flow if he wins racing's blue riband of the turf the Epsom . Vichai enjoyed some success -- he had two winners ...
Tudor Rewarded For Udinese Escape Act With New Deal
Milan, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - APP - 31st May, 2019 ) :Igor Tudor will remain as of Udinese next season after saving the club relegation for a second consecutive year, the Serie A side said on Thursday.
Joshua Wary Of 'banana Skin' Ruiz In US Debut
New York, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - APP - 31st May, 2019 ) :Anthony Joshua insists he is not underestimating Mexican opponent Andy Ruiz as he prepares to defend his unified heavyweight crown on US soil for the first time at Square Garden on Saturday. British star Joshua is an overwhelming favorite to extend his unbeaten ...
Ex Spain International In Custody After Football Match-fixing Op
Madrid, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - APP - 31st May, 2019 ) :Former international Raul Bravo and retired player Carlos Aranda were remanded in custody on Thursday, suspected of leading a match-fixing gang that operated in the country's first and second divisions.
