The Latest Breaking News from Pakistan

Afghanistan needs help to build on Cricket World Cup success, Umar Gul says

Ex-Afghanistan bowling coach tells Al Jazeera about the country’s challenges and cricket’s role in cross-border tension.

Al Jazeera · Nov 10, 2023

Beaten, but Afghanistan is story and hero of this World Cup

Salar Sayed doesn't want to talk. "I am heartbroken right now," says the Kabul-born ticketing agent sitting behind his Lajpat Nagar desk in south Delhi. It's the noon after Afghanistan lost to Australia in the World Cup, and Afghan expatriates like him are still in mourning. They are agonising over…

The Times of India · Nov 10, 2023

'There's a lot of confidence...': New Zealand ready for business end of World Cup

NEW DELHI: After breaking a four-match losing streak against Sri Lanka in their last round-robin clash, New Zealand's paceman Lockie Ferguson expressed confidence as they likely head into a World Cup semi-final against India. The crushing five-wicket victory on Thursday has positioned the Black Caps well, with Pakistan and Afghanistan…

The Times of India · Nov 10, 2023

Playing India would be challenging if New Zealand are fortunate to secure a semis berth: Kane Williamson

NEW DELHI: New Zealand's captain, Kane Williamson, expressed on Thursday that facing hosts India in the semifinals would be a challenging prospect if his team is fortunate enough to secure a place in the World Cup semis.

The Times of India · Nov 9, 2023

Afghanistan excel in exile at World Cup even if semi-final eludes them

They may not have been able to progress but it has been a breakout tournament for Hashmatullah Shahidi’s nomadic side

The Guardian - UK · Nov 9, 2023

South Africa vs Afghanistan live stream — how to watch Cricket World Cup game online

The South Africa vs Afghanistan live stream from the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 will likely see the end of the involvement of surprise package Afghanistan

Tom’s Guide · Nov 9, 2023

Uzbekistan hosts summit of regional economic alliance

An economic grouping that includes several ex-Soviet nations along with Afghanistan, Iran, Pakistan and Turkey has held a summit in Uzbekistan, and leaders of member countries have vowed to further expand trade and economic ties

The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2023

Analysts warn that Pakistan’s anti-migrant crackdown risks radicalizing deported Afghans

Analysts say that Pakistan’s crackdown on undocumented migrants risks radicalizing Afghans who have been forced out of the country

The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2023

'Talk sense to a fool and he calls u ...': Mohammed Hafeez hits back after being trolled by Michael Vaughan

NEW DELHI: The online banter between former Pakistan cricketer Mohammed Hafeez and former England captain Michael Vaughan has turned into more of a battle now after the former termed the latter 'fool' in his latest post on social media platform 'X', formerly Twitter, on Thursday.

The Times of India · Nov 9, 2023

Thick smog shuts down Pakistan’s Lahore, sickens tens of thousands

Authorities shutter schools, markets and parks for four days due to the toxic air after tens of thousands fall ill.

Al Jazeera · Nov 9, 2023