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  • Match-fixing allegations rock Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025

    Match-fixing allegations rock Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025

    The Indian Premier League (IPL) is under fire, midway through the 2025 season, as the Rajasthan Royals are facing serious allegations of match-fixing. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has reportedly formed an investigation committee to probe the matter.

    According to Indian media reports, the Rajasthan Cricket Association’s (RCA) ad-hoc committee convenor, Jaydeep, has accused Rajasthan Royals of fixing their recent match against Lucknow Super Giants. He alleged that the match’s outcome was suspicious and claimed even “children could tell” it was fixed.

    “How can a team lose on their home ground when just a few runs are needed?” he questioned, adding that the state government had formed an ad-hoc committee to investigate the matter.

    Rajasthan Royals lost the match to Lucknow Super Giants by just two runs, an outcome that raised eyebrows among fans and officials alike.

    Following the allegations, a spokesperson for the BCCI confirmed that a special committee had been set up to investigate the match-fixing claims. The board has taken the issue seriously and stated that if the allegations are proven, strict penalties will be imposed.

    The controversy has sparked outrage among cricket fans and experts, many of whom have heavily criticised the incident. On social media, hashtags like #RRMatchFixing and #IPL2025Scandal have been trending, reflecting the widespread concern within the cricket community.

    The investigation committee is expected to question the Rajasthan Royals’ players, coaching staff, and other related individuals. If the allegations are proven true, the team could face heavy fines and possible suspensions.

  • Farmer shoots boy dead for bathing at his tubewell

    Farmer shoots boy dead for bathing at his tubewell

    A 13-year-old boy, Muhammad Zaki, was allegedly shot dead by a farmer, Muhammad Tariq, for bathing at his tubewell in Chak 429/EB, within the Sheikh Fazil Police limits in Burewala, Vehari district.

    According to police spokesperson Adnan Tariq, Irshad Ahmed Butt filed an FIR, stating that his grandson Zaki had accompanied him to the tubewell. While some boys were bathing there, Zaki stood nearby. The farmer allegedly arrived, shouted at the boys for using his tubewell, and then opened fire, injuring Zaki.

    The boy was taken to the Tehsil Headquarters Hospital in Burewala, where he later died. The police arrested the suspect three hours after the incident.

    Wanted criminal killed in shootout 

    A robber, Ghulam Mustafa, reportedly involved in over 50 criminal cases, was killed, and a police constable was injured in an exchange of fire near Khairpur Tamewali, police said.

    Mustafa and two accomplices had allegedly snatched a motorcycle from a man named Rizwan and fled. Police cordoned off the area, followed by a shootout. Constable Muhammad Amin sustained serious injuries, while Mustafa was found dead after the firing stopped.

    Police believe Mustafa was shot by his own accomplices. His body was shifted to THQ Hospital, and a case has been registered against the two suspects who fled.


    Undentified man found dead on Tezgam Express

    The hanging body of an unidentified man was found in the toilet of the Tezgam Express train at Lahore Railway Station.

    The train was reportedly travelling from Karachi to Rawalpindi when passengers discovered the body, believed to be that of a 60 to 70-year-old man. Railway police found no signs of violence and have moved the body to the morgue. Efforts are ongoing to identify the deceased and determine the cause of death.

  • VIDEO: Indians impressed by Lahore Qalandars’ lavish rewards to players

    VIDEO: Indians impressed by Lahore Qalandars’ lavish rewards to players

    People may think that the Pakistan Super League (PSL) is not as glamorous as the Indian Premier League (IPL), but a recent video shared by the popular Indian cricket platform CricTracker has revealed something that has truly impressed Indian fans.

    The video discusses how the Lahore Qalandars, one of the PSL teams, are going all out when it comes to rewarding their players. What caught everyone’s attention was the gift given to their captain, Shaheen Shah Afridi — a gold-plated iPhone 16 Pro (16-carat), just for his performance in the current PSL season!

    But that’s not the only surprise. Last year, when Lahore Qalandars won the PSL for the second time in a row, their team management gifted three land plots in Qalandar City, Lahore, to Shaheen Afridi. The approximate value of each plot was around 92.5 lakh Pakistani rupees, equivalent to approximately ₹27 lakh in Indian currency.

    And it wasn’t just Shaheen, but players like Zaman Khan and Rashid Khan, as well as bench players who didn’t play a single match, also received land as gifts.

    This kind of appreciation and reward is something rarely seen, even in the IPL. Indian fans are now wondering if any IPL team has ever given land or gold phones to their players as a reward for good performance.

  • NADRA reveals Chaiwala’s true nationality

    NADRA reveals Chaiwala’s true nationality

    The blue-eyed tea seller who once broke the internet with his good looks is now caught in a legal battle after NADRA officially declared that Arshad Khan, Pakistan’s viral ‘Chaiwala,’ is actually Afghan, not Pakistani.

    This claim was made at the Lahore High Court’s Rawalpindi bench during a hearing about the cancellation of Arshad Khan’s CNIC and passport. The tea seller, who became a viral sensation in 2016 for his good looks and piercing eyes, had taken legal action after his identity documents were blocked.

    NADRA’s report, based on intelligence from ISI and IB, pointed out issues in his parental records. While his father is listed as a resident of Sargodha, his mother’s name doesn’t match across official documents. He then received a show-cause notice, and his documents were put on hold.

    Arshad Khan’s lawyer, Barrister Umer Ijaz Gilani, strongly defended him, saying Khan represents the Pakistani dream—from a small chai stall in Islamabad to opening a stylish café in South London. The demand for proof of residence before 1978, he said, shows bad faith.

    The judge, Justice Jawad Hassan, gave Arshad Khan time till 22 April to prove his Pakistani roots.

    Meanwhile, social media is buzzing. Fans are shocked, with posts like “Chaiwala an Afghan? Say it ain’t so!”

    Will the blue-eyed Chaiwala keep his place in Pakistan—or will he be sent back? For now, all eyes are on the court.

  • Harsha Bhogle, Simon Doull dropped from IPL commentary at Eden: reports

    Harsha Bhogle, Simon Doull dropped from IPL commentary at Eden: reports

    Famous cricket commentators Harsha Bhogle and Simon Doull have reportedly been removed from the commentary team for Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) home matches in the IPL. This happened after they both criticised the pitch at Eden Gardens and supported KKR’s request for spin-friendly conditions.

    KKR’s captain and coach had earlier complained that the pitch didn’t help their spin bowlers, making it difficult for them to gain a home advantage. Bhogle and Doull discussed this issue on a cricket show and said that KKR should get pitches that suit their playing style.

    In fact, Doull went a step further and said, “If the curator is not listening to what the team wants, they should consider moving the franchise. They pay for the stadium, so they should have a say.”

    Bhogle agreed, saying, “If they are playing at home, they should get the kind of pitches that help their bowlers.”

    Following their remarks, the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) reportedly became unhappy and sent a letter to the BCCI, asking that Bhogle and Doull not be assigned commentary duties for KKR’s home matches.

    Interestingly, neither Bhogle nor Doull was seen in the commentary panel during KKR’s recent match against the Gujarat Titans. However, sources close to Bhogle said he was never scheduled for any KKR games this season.

    “Bhogle and Doull are not part of the IPL commentary team for KKR’s home matches. But this may change if Eden Gardens hosts the Qualifier 2 and Final on May 23 and 25,” media reports claim.

    Meanwhile, the CAB has supported its pitch curator, Sujan Mukherjee, saying he is simply following BCCI rules, which state that no franchise can control or change the nature of the pitch.

    KKR had reportedly asked for a pitch that helps spinners like Varun Chakravarthy, Sunil Narine, and Moeen Ali, but the conditions at Eden Gardens did not favour spin bowling in the earlier matches.

  • Pakistani runners set unique world record at Boston Marathon

    Pakistani runners set unique world record at Boston Marathon

    In a historic moment at the 129th edition of the Boston Marathon, two Pakistani athletes, Faisal Shafi and Danish Elahi, made global headlines by setting a unique world record after completing the iconic race wearing Pakistan’s national attire, shalwar kameez.

    Hailing from Karachi, both runners began and finished the marathon together, clocking an impressive time of 3 hours and 26 minutes. This feat marked the fastest marathon ever run in a shalwar kameez, and it was the first time in history that anyone had completed a full marathon in traditional attire in under four hours.

    Speaking after the achievement, Danish Elahi said, “This record is dedicated to the entire nation of Pakistan. Setting this milestone in a legendary race like Boston is something we’ll always cherish.”

    Fellow runner Faisal Shafi added, “We did this to highlight a positive image of Pakistan. We’ll be celebrating this achievement once we’re back home.”

    While the Pakistani duo stole the spotlight with their symbolic run, the elite competition saw Kenya’s John Korir take the men’s title at the 2025 Boston Marathon.

    Last year’s champion, Sisay Lemma, was forced to withdraw from the race after suffering an injury.

    In the women’s event, Sharon Lokedi, also from Kenya, emerged victorious, finishing the marathon in record time.

  • ‘I regret playing cricket,’ Azharuddin upset after name removal from Hyderabad Stadium stand

    ‘I regret playing cricket,’ Azharuddin upset after name removal from Hyderabad Stadium stand

    Former Indian cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin has expressed deep disappointment and anger over the Hyderabad Cricket Association’s (HCA) decision to remove his name from the North Pavilion Stand of the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.

    In a strong reaction, Azharuddin called the move “shameful for the sport” and urged the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to intervene in the matter.

    The decision came in response to a petition filed by a local organisation, the Lords Cricket Club, alleging that Azharuddin had shown bias and conflict of interest during his tenure as HCA President. The petition claimed that some of his actions were taken for personal benefit, which went against the principles of transparency and neutrality.

    The matter was addressed by Justice V. Eshwaraiah, who serves as the Ethics Officer and Ombudsman of the HCA.

    In an interview with Arab media, Azharuddin said, “It hurts to say this, but sometimes I regret playing cricket. Today, people who don’t even understand the game are trying to guide it. This is an insult to cricket.”

    He further added, “I intend to take legal action against this injustice, and I appeal to the BCCI to intervene in this matter.”

    Azharuddin also highlighted issues beyond the petition, mentioning that the Sunrisers Hyderabad franchise had also faced problems with the association over match passes, calling it another example of poor governance within the HCA.

    “What’s happening is beyond understanding and personally painful. I wasn’t even allowed to contest the HCA elections simply because I exposed the corruption within the system.”

    The HCA has now been directed not to use Mohammad Azharuddin’s name on any IPL 2025 tickets. The Rajiv Gandhi Stadium is set to host several upcoming matches, including three Sunrisers Hyderabad home games, Qualifier 1, and the Eliminator.

    Interestingly, the petition did not just request the removal of Azharuddin’s name. It also proposed that the North Pavilion Stand be renamed after Hyderabad’s legendary batsman VVS Laxman. The petition requested not only that the stadium boards be changed, but also that all tickets and official materials reflect the new name.

    The petitioner concluded by urging the Ombudsman to issue more directives to ensure justice and transparency.

  • PSL 10: Karachi Kings edge past Peshawar Zalmi in last-over thriller

    PSL 10: Karachi Kings edge past Peshawar Zalmi in last-over thriller

    Karachi Kings on Monday held their nerve to clinch a thrilling two-wicket win over Peshawar Zalmi in the 11th match of Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi

    Karachi won the toss and opted to bowl first.

    Playing first, Peshawar Zalmi posted 147 for 8 in 20 overs. Skipper Babar Azam was the top-scorer with a composed 46 off 41 balls, hitting seven fours. He was well supported by Mohammad Haris, who struck a brisk 28 off 21 while Hussain Talat added 18 off 16. Alzarri Joseph provided late fireworks with an unbeaten 24 off just 13 balls, smashing two sixes.

    Khushdil Shah was the pick of Karachi’s bowlers, grabbing two wickets for 15 runs in his four overs. Abbas Afridi took two while Mir Hamza and Aamir Jamal took one wicket each.

    In the second innings, Karachi Kings had a shaky start, losing Tim Seifert on the first ball. However, skipper David Warner led from the front with a classy 60 off 47 deliveries, hitting eight fours. He found brief support from James Vince, who scored 11 runs off 9 balls, Mohammad Nabi, 14 (11), and Khushdil Shah played a crucial knock of 23 off 17.

    Despite regular wickets falling, Karachi kept their hopes alive. With six runs needed off four balls, Hasan Ali struck a boundary and sealed the win with a single on the third-last delivery.

    For Zalmi, Luke Wood was impressive with three early wickets while Ali Raza also bagged two. Arif Yaqoob and Alzarri Joseph picked up one wicket each.

    Karachi chased down the 148-run target in 19.3 overs, finishing at 148 for the loss of eight wickets to register their third win of the tournament.

  • Ali Raza admits copying ‘Mirzapur’ style for his role in ‘Dunyapur’

    Ali Raza admits copying ‘Mirzapur’ style for his role in ‘Dunyapur’

    Rising star Ali Raza has confessed that he drew inspiration from the Indian web series Mirzapur for his role in the action-romantic drama Dunyapur.

    In a recent interview with Maleeha Rehman, the actor opened up about his career, romantic scenes, and the creative choices he’s made along the way.

    Speaking about his brief role in Dunyapur, the actor said, “My role was short—I had to shoot for just six days, but I stayed on set for 27 days. The team paid me for all of them. It didn’t feel like a small role because I was enjoying every bit of it. Most of the cast were my friends.”

    Ali then made a surprising revelation: he admitted to copying a character’s style from Mirzapur. “Before filming Dunyapur, I watched all three seasons of Mirzapur. There’s a character who keeps twirling his ring during action scenes—I copied that and did the same in the drama.”

    This candid confession has sparked curiosity among fans, who are now revisiting Dunyapur to catch the Mirzapur-inspired mannerisms.

    He also revealed that he used to feel shy while filming romantic scenes, but with experience, he now feels more confident. “Earlier I would hesitate, but now I think I shoot romantic scenes quite well,” he shared.

    When asked about his criteria for choosing scripts, Ali said he rejects scripts that don’t appeal to him—regardless of whether they’re offered by senior or junior producers. “I don’t look at who’s offering the role; I look at what’s being offered.”

    He also spoke about his on-screen pairing with Anmol Baloch in Aqtdar, saying it was well-received by the audience. “If I get the chance to work with her again, I definitely will,” he added.

    Ali Raza further stated that he enjoyed working with all his co-actresses and learned a lot from each of them.

  • ‘Women entitled to Haq Mehar after Khula in abusive marriage,’ rules Lahore High Court

    ‘Women entitled to Haq Mehar after Khula in abusive marriage,’ rules Lahore High Court

    The Lahore High Court (LHC) has ruled that the dissolution of marriage due to the husband’s misconduct does not nullify the woman’s entitlement, upholding her right to recover Haq Mehar [deferred dower] even after obtaining divorce through Khula [dissolution of marriage].

    Addressing a more critical aspect of deferred dower, Justice Raheel Kamran said that under Islamic law and the Nikahnama, the husband remained obligated to pay dower unless the wife sought Khula without any fault on his part.

    The judge, however, noted that in the particular case being heard by the court, the woman had provided credible evidence of cruelty and disrespectful conduct by her husband, which prompted her to seek separation.

    Justice Kamran observed that giving dowry articles to daughters was a deep-rooted practice in society, followed by the parents of all classes irrespective of their financial status.

    He stated that the concept of Khula was based on verses No 228 and 229 of Surah Al-Baqarah, and noted that the application of Khula was found in the lifetime of the Holy Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him) and thereafter.

    Referring to a Federal Shariat Court ruling for a wife to return dower if she seeks Khula merely on the basis of dislike for her husband, the judge said that in such cases, the amount the wife should return should be determined by a court while keeping in view facts and circumstances of the case.

    Justice Kamran said a Nikahnama was a valid and binding contract between a wife and her husband and deferred dower was a contractual obligation under the same. Unless there are valid legal grounds to deviate from the terms of this contract, the husband is bound to fulfill his obligation, the judge said.

    “The mere fact that the wife sought Khula does not automatically nullify this contractual obligation,” reports quoted the judge as saying.

    In order to determine the entitlement of a wife seeking Khula to the claim of deferred dower, the judge said, the key consideration was the reason for her seeking Khula. Where a wife seeks Khula on the ground that she dislikes her husband, without any fault on the part of the husband, she loses her right to deferred dower in the same way as in the case of prompt dower, he explained, adding that if the husband’s conduct compels the wife to seek dissolution, she retains her entitlement to Haq Mehar.