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  • Exciting giveaways and mega-gifts; PSL 10 to reward fans in every match

    Exciting giveaways and mega-gifts; PSL 10 to reward fans in every match

    To enhance fan interest and attendance during the 10th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), a multitude of exciting rewards has been announced for spectators.

    According to a statement issued by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), every PSL 10 match will offer valuable prizes to cricket fans, including a brand-new motorbike for one lucky spectator. The initiative aims to make the live match experience more thrilling and rewarding.

    One lucky ticket holder will be awarded a motorbike through a lucky draw. Fans can participate in the draw by using the Golootlo mobile app, which is available for download on both Google Play Store and Apple App Store.

    To enter the draw, fans must scan the QR code on their match ticket using the Golootlo app. The name of the winner will be announced during the innings break of the match.

    With this unique initiative, the PSL hopes to attract larger crowds and offer fans more reasons to enjoy the action live from the stadiums.

  • Social media reacts to James Vince receiving hairdryer as reward in PSL 10

    Social media reacts to James Vince receiving hairdryer as reward in PSL 10

    A stunning performance by James Vince in the third match of Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 turned heads, but it was the post-match gift that truly stole the spotlight.

    The high-scoring thriller took place at the National Bank Stadium on Saturday, where the Karachi Kings faced off against the Multan Sultans. Batting first, Multan Sultans’ captain Mohammad Rizwan played a brilliant unbeaten inning of 105 runs, which included nine fours and five sixes. His efforts helped set a daunting target of 235 runs for the Karachi Kings.

    However, the match took a dramatic turn when English batter James Vince stepped in with an explosive knock of 101 runs off just 43 balls, featuring 14 fours and four sixes. He not only turned the tide but also led his team to a stunning victory, snatching the win away from the Multan Sultans.

    In recognition of his match-winning innings, Vince was declared Player of the Match. But it was what followed that caught everyone by surprise. The Karachi Kings franchise chose to reward the outstanding performance by the star of the day with an unusual gift: a hairdryer.

    The video of Vince receiving the hairdryer inside the team’s dressing room was later shared on social media by Karachi Kings, sparking mixed reactions from fans. While some found the gesture humorous and entertaining, others criticised it, questioning the choice of the gift.


    Here’s how social media users reacted:

    One user wrote, “Use it to dry the pitch in case of rain. Good choice.”

    Another commented, “Absolute joke. Are you guys promoting PSL or insulting Pakistan?”

    A sarcastic remark came from a fan saying, “Ya jeeto Pakistan chal rha ??”

    Someone suggested humorously, “Next game, give Roti Maker ☺”

    Another user expressed frustration, “Are You Serious? Giving Hair Dryer in Prize? Q mzk bnwa rhe ho PSL ka bhai”

    While one asked, “Is this a JOKE? The Player of the Match receives a HAIR DRYER?”

    This is the first time in PSL history that a franchise has gifted such an item to a player.

  • PSL 10: Lahore Qalandars outclass Quetta Gladiators in one-sided clash

    PSL 10: Lahore Qalandars outclass Quetta Gladiators in one-sided clash

    Lahore Qalandars on Sunday delivered a dominant all-round performance to defeat Quetta Gladiators by 67 runs in both teams’ second match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) in Rawalpindi.

    After winning the toss, Quetta Gladiators opted to bowl first. 

    Lahore Qalandars took full advantage of the opportunity, posting an impressive total of 219 for the loss of six wickets. 

    Fakhar Zaman led the charge with a blistering 67 off 39 balls, including seven fours and three sixes, while Sam Billings played a crucial knock, scoring 50 in the final overs. Abdullah Shafique and Daryl Mitchell also contributed with 37 runs each.

    Quetta’s spinners showed some resistance, with Akeal Hosein and Abrar Ahmed claiming two wickets apiece, but the pace attack failed to contain the flow of runs.

    Chasing a daunting target of 220, Quetta Gladiators faltered right from the start. Saud Shakeel was dismissed for just one run by Shaheen Shah Afridi, with the team total at 2. Finn Allen followed soon after, falling for a duck — again to Shaheen. Hassan Nawaz also failed to make an impact, getting out for just one run to Asif Afridi, leaving Quetta reeling at 9 for 3.

    Kusal Mendis showed some resistance, scoring 28 runs before being caught off Haris Rauf. Rilee Rossouw was the top-scorer for Quetta with 44 runs but was bowled out by Akeal Hosein as the lineup continued to crumble.

    Quetta then lost wickets in quick succession —Shoaib Malik, Akeal Hosein, Mohammad Amir, and Abrar Ahmed were dismissed at a team total of 106, 107, 108 and 114, respectively. Faheem Ashraf was the last notable contributor with 21 runs.

    The Gladiators were eventually bowled out for 140 in 16.2 overs. Akeal Hosein was the pick of the bowlers for Lahore with three wickets. Haris Rauf also chipped in with one wicket.

  • Multan Sultans to donate Rs100,000 to Gaza for every six, wicket in PSL 10

    Multan Sultans to donate Rs100,000 to Gaza for every six, wicket in PSL 10

    Amid a boycott campaign against the ongoing edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Multan Sultans have announced a special campaign to help children in Gaza as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

    As per the details, the team will donate Rs100,000 for every six hit by their batters and every wicket taken by their bowlers.

    The donation will go to the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF), an international charity working directly with affected children in Gaza, providing them with essential aid and support.

    Last year, Multan Sultans hit 76 sixes and took 94 wickets in the tournament. If the team performs similarly this season, the campaign could raise a significant amount for the children in need.

    “We believe cricket has the power to bring people together. Through this initiative, we want to support a cause that truly matters. Our goal is to perform well on the field and also make a difference off the field,” team owner Ali Tareen said in a statement.

    “This is just a small step for a much bigger mission. I’m thankful to our players, staff and partners for fully supporting this effort,” he added.

    However, the buildup to this year’s Pakistan Super League has not been without controversy. While the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has promised a “bigger and better” tournament, social media has seen a wave of backlash over the choice of sponsors.

    Several PSL 10 sponsors are said to be brands linked to Israel or its supporters, according to boycott lists promoted by the BDS Movement. This has led to many fans expressing disappointment and calling for a boycott of the league.

    “In Palestine, our brothers are dying, and we are busy celebrating PSL,” one user wrote.

    Another posted, “Boycott PSL until they remove sponsorship from Zionist brands. I request everyone not just to post about boycotting but to actually do it—don’t watch a single match until these sponsorships end.”

    The PCB and the concerned sponsors have yet to respond to these concerns.

    It may be noted that the announcement comes as calls for boycotting the tournament gain momentum over the league’s choice of sponsors.

  • PSL 10: Quetta Gladiators defeat Peshawar by 80 runs

    PSL 10: Quetta Gladiators defeat Peshawar by 80 runs

    Quetta Gladiators on Saturday put up quite the performance with both bat and ball to secure a dominating 80-run victory over Peshawar Zalmi at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

    After being asked to bat first, Quetta Gladiators piled up an impressive total of 216/3 in 20 overs.

    Captain Saud Shakeel led from the front with a classy 59 (42), anchoring the innings. He found an able partner in Finn Allen, who launched a brutal assault with a quickfire 53 (25), smashing the Zalmi bowlers at a stunning strike rate of 212.00.

    Hassan Nawaz added valuable runs in the middle overs with 41 (32), while the final flourish came from Kusal Mendis and Rilee Rossouw, who scored 35 (14) and 21 (10), respectively. Their death-over carnage helped Gladiators cross the 200 mark rather comfortably.

    Zalmi’s bowlers had a tough outing on a batting-friendly surface. Ali Raza picked up the prized wicket of Saud Shakeel, while Sufiyan Muqeem and Alzarri Joseph took one wicket each, dismissing Finn Allen and Hassan Nawaz, respectively.

    Chasing 217 was always going to be a tall order, and Peshawar Zalmi crumbled under pressure, getting bowled out for 136 in just 15.1 overs.

    Despite a fighting start from Saim Ayub, who scored 50 (38) with three fours and four sixes, the rest of the batting order collapsed. Star batter and captain Babar Azam returned to the pavilion for duck (0 off 2), and the top order couldn’t recover from the early jolts.

    Hussain Talat gave some hope with a breezy 35 (19) while Mitchell Owen showed some resistance lower down with 31 (13). But the damage was too severe, and Quetta’s bowlers didn’t let the Zalmi batters breathe.

    Abrar Ahmed was the pick of the lot, spinning a web with his figures of 4 wickets, including key dismissals of Haris, Kohler-Cadmore, Muqeem and Mohammad Ali.

    Mohammad Amir struck twice and bowled with great control, while Usman Tariq also picked up two important wickets, including Hussain Talat and Max Bryant.

  • Bahawalpur: Drop scene of ‘bomb’ placed in house for Rs2 million ransom

    Bahawalpur: Drop scene of ‘bomb’ placed in house for Rs2 million ransom

    In a bizarre twist, the “bomb” placed in a house in Punjab’s Bahawalpur district for Rs2 million ransom turned out to be fake, as the device was actually filled with sand.

    Media reports quoted police officials as saying that one Munawar, who works in construction in the Government Cooperative Housing Colony area of the city, received an anonymous letter that a “bomb” had been placed inside his house.

    The letter, police said, was also a ransom note as it included unidentified persons’ demand of Rs2 million in the name of Taliban. The letter further instructed that ransom be paid through a domestic worker.

    After receiving information about the bomb, officials said, all relevant departments, including police, Civil Defence and Bomb Disposal Squad, were mobilised. However, upon inspection of the device, the bomb turned out to be fake as it had no explosive material.

    According to police, it was filled only with sand and had a digital screen attached to it.

    Law enforcement agencies have taken the fake bomb into custody and launched further investigation, reports said.

  • Rajab Butt’s video call with Sanjay Dutt sparks talk of collaboration

    Rajab Butt’s video call with Sanjay Dutt sparks talk of collaboration

    A video featuring Pakistani YouTuber Rajab Butt talking to Bollywood icon Sanjay Dutt on a video call is making waves on social media.

    In the viral clip, Rajab Butt can be seen speaking warmly with Sanjay Dutt, sharing that the Indian actor is his all-time favorite. He also expressed admiration for late Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala during their friendly exchange.

    Rajab, who is currently living abroad after facing backlash and receiving death threats over a recent perfume controversy, stays connected with his audience through regular vlogs. This video call with Sanjay Dutt was also included in one of his latest vlogs, a short clip of which has now gone viral online.

    During the conversation, Sanjay Dutt thanked Rajab for his kind words and appreciation. Both Rajab and Sanjay expressed a desire to meet in person soon.

    Following the call, Rajab excitedly rolled up his sleeves to show viewers the goosebumps he got during the chat. “Sanjay Dutt looks exactly like a gangster,” he said in his vlog. “I used to think I was a big gangster, but after talking to him, I feel very small.”

    The unexpected interaction has left fans curious. While some are celebrating the connection between the two, others are speculating whether this could be the beginning of a new friendship or even a teaser for a future collaboration.

  • Women in burqas join men to protest against power outages

    Women in burqas join men to protest against power outages

    Women in the district of Dera Ismail Khan, Tank, dressed in traditional shuttlecock burqas have taken to the streets against constant and extreme power outages.


    Marking their presence in a rare public demonstration, the women voiced their frustration over the worsening power crisis as they were joined by dozens of men. 

    Social worker Sanam Gul Tator, along with the district president of Awami National Party Fazal Kareem Tator, led the protest rally, which saw a significant turnout of frustrated and angry residents. In a rare move, the protestors, including children, chanted slogans against the authorities.

    Describing the excessive power outages as “cruel and inhumane,” locals blamed the Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) for gross negligence and mismanagement.


    The city of Tank is currently grappling with a severe energy crisis, as electric outages have now reportedly exceeded 20 hours a day. The prolonged and unannounced loadshedding has paralysed daily life, pushing citizens to the edge of desperation.

    Women are struggling to manage household chores, and businesses have come to a near standstill amidst April’s scorching heat and little to no electricity.

    The protesters demanded immediate action to reduce the hours of loadshedding, warning that if the situation did not improve, the scope of the demonstrations would be expanded further, including sit-ins and large-scale demonstrations across the region.

  • Hira Mani’s fun dance video with Mani has to be seen to be believed

    Hira Mani’s fun dance video with Mani has to be seen to be believed

    Actress Hira Mani and her husband Salman Saqib Sheikh, popularly known as Mani, are once again creating waves on social media — this time with a playful new dance reel.

    In the video shared on Instagram, the couple can be seen taking part in a trending dance challenge. Hira, known for her spontaneous and bold personality, performs an unfiltered ‘free dance’ while Mani matches her energy with amusing expressions. The couple’s chemistry and carefree style instantly grabbed the attention of internet users.

    Hira captioned the video with a cheeky phrase, “You two! “

    The post quickly sparked a flurry of reactions. While many appreciated the couple’s confidence and sense of humor, others weren’t as impressed.

    Some fans praised her for staying true to herself, calling the video entertaining and unique. However, several users criticized the reel, saying Hira’s behavior was “too much.” One comment read that “doctors have given up,” while another suggested she needed medical help.

    Despite the polarizing opinions, Hira Mani remains unfazed — as always, dancing, laughing, and unapologetically owning her space online.

  • Faris Shafi, Zain Zohaib break all rules with bold track ‘Shayar’

    Faris Shafi, Zain Zohaib break all rules with bold track ‘Shayar’

    In a world dominated by Instagram Reels and TikTok, where most songs barely last two minutes, Shayar by rapper Faris Shafi offers the opposite. The opening track of the new season of Velo Sound Station runs for nearly six minutes, and every second feels like a powerful statement.

    Faris walks in, wearing a hood, entering a grand, opera-style hall. It’s not just an entrance; it’s a moment. The crowd makes way as if something special is about to happen. Directed by Bilal Lashari, the music video is cinematic and intense.

    The song begins with almost two minutes of Faris reciting deep and poetic lines, like a poet at a mushaira. He says, “Eh mayray Shaoor-e-Zaat… Rasta bananay day… Gaal pay laga ghaaza / Hont pay lagi laali… Khud ba khud pigalnay tak…”

    His voice starts off deep, adding weight to the words. It may feel a little excessive, but it suits the overall mood of the track.

    Then the beat drops, and everything changes.

    Drum and bass sounds kick in, and Faris begins his rapping, switching back to his usual sharp style. His lyrics speak about choosing love over hate, delivering the message with power and clarity. The music keeps building, and soon, Zain Zohaib join in with their beautiful qawwali vocals.

    Their performance adds soul to the song. It’s not just background — it becomes the heart of the track. The combination of qawwali and electronic rap shouldn’t work, but somehow, it does — and it’s magical.

    The transitions between Faris’s intense rap and Zain Zohaib’s spiritual energy create a unique experience. One moment feels ancient, the next feels futuristic, yet everything blends perfectly.

    The visuals also stand out. Bilal Lashari uses dark, grand sets that look royal but never feel over the top. The video is dramatic but not forced.

    Shayar isn’t just a song; it’s a bold artistic statement. It shows that music doesn’t have to follow rules. It can be traditional and modern, serious and fun, local and global — all at once.

    And in this fearless mix, Faris Shafi and Zain Zohaib shine the brightest.