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SYLHET: Bangladesh produced a historic 2-0 Test series whitewash over Pakistan after clinching a 78-run victory in the second match at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Wednesday. Pakistan, chasing a daunting target of 437, were bowled out for 358 despite a fighting 94 from Mohammad Rizwan. It was Bangladesh’s first-ever whitewash of a home Test series against Pakistan, following their historic whitewash of the same opposition on Pakistan’s tour in 2024. Taijul Islam, the Bangladesh spinner, excelled with the ball, claiming six wickets in the fourth innings, effectively extinguishing Pakistan’s hopes of a challenging chase. They resumed on Day…

SYLHET: Pakistan batting coach Asad Shafiq said he has faith in his team even though they are facing a tough job on the final day of the second Test against Bangladesh at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. They require 121 more runs and have only three wickets in hand chasing a target of 437. While Mohammad Rizwan 75* gives them a glimmer of hope, Sajid Khan (9*) also chips in with a cameo in the first innings to contribute to their cause. Asad hoped that Pakistan could avoid being whitewashed in the series and achieve a record-breaking victory. We can…

SYLHET: Mohammad Rizwan’s and Salman Ali Agha’s battling half-centuries kept Pakistan in contention for a record chase against Bangladesh in the second Test at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. Pakistan hit back to finish on 316-7 at the close of the fourth day’s play. He was unperturbed and scored 75 off 134 balls with eight fours. On the other hand, Sajid Khan remained unbeaten by nine, with two boundaries. Salman Ali Agha and Mohammad Rizwan added a further 96 runs to their solid stand after tea to keep the scoreboard ticking. Both the batsmen batted fluently and scored…

SYLHET: Shan Masood hit a fighting half-century, but Pakistan continued to be under pressure at 200-5 at tea on Day 4 of the second Test against Bangladesh at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. Pakistan needs another 237 runs to chase a daunting 437-run target and level the two-match Test series. Salman Ali Agha was unbeaten on 25, and Mohammad Rizwan was on 15 when the visitors looked to keep their slim hopes alive at the interval. Shan Masood and Babar Azam carried Pakistan’s recovery after lunch, after a difficult morning session, taking the third-wicket stand to 92 runs.…

RIO DE JANEIRO: Brazil’s star forward Neymar Jr. got the loudest cheer of the night when Carlo Ancelotti confirmed his inclusion in the squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026 during a gala ceremony here on Monday. The veteran forward made a dramatic return to the national side after almost three years out, with his inclusion being the biggest talking point from the announcement of Brazil’s 26-man squad. Ancelotti announced Neymar’s name soon after confirming the selection of Matheus Cunha, sparking a giant reaction inside the venue. As soon as the Italian coach said “Neymar Jr.,” the crowd erupted into…

Brazil dramatically recalled superstar Neymar to its squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday, reintroducing the star to the national team after almost three years away. The biggest surprise from coach Carlo Ancelotti’s 26-man squad was the inclusion of Neymar, who is Brazil’s all-time leading scorer with 79 goals in 128 games. Ancelotti announced Neymar’s selection at a gala ceremony in Rio de Janeiro to loud cheers as the veteran attacker’s call-up was confirmed. The 34-year-old, who previously played for Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, has been the subject of speculation for months over whether he would force his…

MADRID: Jose Mourinho has agreed to return to Real Madrid on a two-year deal, sources have told ESPN, with the veteran manager set for a second spell at the Santiago Bernabéu. The 63-year-old is due to take over from Alvaro Arbeloa, who stepped in earlier this year after Xabi Alonso left. Sources have informed us that Mourinho and Madrid have reached an agreement, but they have yet to sign the contract. Mourinho is now at Benfica, where he has led the club through an unbeaten domestic league campaign this season. For Benfica, the strong run just fell short of a…

Multiple reports on Monday suggested Pep Guardiola will end his trophy-laden decade as Manchester City boss this weekend. The 55-year-old has won 20 trophies, including six Premier League titles and City’s maiden Champions League crown, since arriving in England in 2016. He could add one more to his tally if City win their final two matches of the season against Bournemouth and Aston Villa and Arsenal fail to beat Crystal Palace in the final round of Premier League fixtures on Sunday. Guardiola will leave after Villa’s trip to the Etihad, according to The Daily Mail and The Athletic. There has…

SYLHET, Bangladesh (AP) — Shan Masood and Babar Azam helped Pakistan recover from an early slump to 101-2 at lunch on Day 4 of the second Test against Bangladesh at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. Pakistan require a further 336 runs to pull off an unlikely win and level the two-test series. Chasing the giant target of 437 runs, Pakistan began their fourth innings from 0-0 but lost their first wicket as debutant opener Abdullah Fazal was dismissed by Nahid Rana for six off 28 balls. The wicket broke a watchful opening stand of 27 runs and gave…

LAHORE: Pakistani Tekken star Arslan Ash qualifies for Esports World Cup 2026 after finishing third at Road to EWC: DreamHack Atlanta. From May 15-17, DreamHack Atlanta hosted the Tekken 8 qualifier, offering three qualification spots for the Esports World Cup 2026. One of the spots went to Arslan Ash, as well as Mulgold and Keisuke. As a result, Arslan Ash becomes the sixth Pakistani player to qualify for the Esports World Cup 2026, slated to be held in Riyadh from 6th July to 23rd August 2026. Arslan Ash is one of Pakistan’s most successful esports players and a leading figure…