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Dubai, The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced West Indies skipper Hayley Matthews and UAE opener Muhammad Waseem as the winners of the ICC Player of the Month awards for April 2024. Matthews won her third Women’s Player of the Month award, while Waseem claimed his first Men’s Player of the Month title, becoming the first player from the UAE to earn this accolade.

According to International Cricket Council, Matthews’ award came following her remarkable performances in both ODI and T20I series against Pakistan, where she scored a combined total of 451 runs and took 12 wickets, demonstrating exceptional all-around abilities. Her efforts included a pivotal century and multiple half-centuries, significantly contributing to her team’s series victories.

On the men’s side, Muhammad Waseem led the UAE to success in the ACC Premier Cup held in Oman, scoring 269 runs throughout the tournament, which included a vital century in the final against Oman. His batting, characterized by a striking rate of 182.99, played a critical role in securing the UAE’s victory and their spot in next year’s Asia Cup.

Both players attributed their success to hard work and the support of their teams, with Matthews highlighting the importance of the team’s triumph in Pakistan and Waseem emphasizing the motivational boost the award provides, especially for players from emerging cricket nations like the UAE.

The ICC Player of the Month awards were determined through a combination of votes from registered fans worldwide and a specialist panel that includes ICC Hall of Famers, former international players, and respected media representatives. Matthews and Waseem outpaced strong competition in their respective categories to secure their awards.

Fans can continue to participate in the voting process for their favorite cricketers by registering on the ICC’s official website.

Lahore, In an unprecedented move to bolster national karate talent, the Pakistan Karate Federation (PKF) has unveiled plans for the “Al Kabir” All Pakistan Karate Club Championship 2024. This landmark event is set to feature over 300 clubs across the country, aiming to identify and nurture prospective talents for the upcoming South Asian Games.

According to Pakistan Karate Federation, the championship will progress through three competitive phases, starting with inter-club matches at the divisional level. Successful teams will then advance to the provincial phase, where the top two clubs from each province will secure places in the final showdown. This culminates in the grand finale scheduled for May 11 and 12, 2024, at Nishtar Park Gymnasium Hall in Lahore, where clubs will compete for the prestigious title of Champion Club of Pakistan.

The event is set to kick off with an opening ceremony at noon on May 11, 2024, at the Gymnasium Hall, Nishtar Park Gaddafi Stadium. The ceremony will be graced by the Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs of Punjab, Faisal Ayub Khokhar, as the chief guest.

This championship not only aims to discover and develop karate talents but also strives to enhance the popularity of karate in Pakistan, setting the stage for the nation’s athletes to shine on international platforms, including the forthcoming South Asian Games.

East Meadow, The Nassau County International Cricket Stadium is nearing completion as the latest timelapse video showcases the final stages of its construction, including the installation of four drop-in pitches. The stadium, poised to host eight matches, including a high-profile game between India and Pakistan, is expected to attract large crowds with its 34,000 seating capacity.

According to International Cricket Council, the stadium has undergone significant transformations over the past four months. The pitches, cultivated with Tahoma 31 Bermuda grass in Florida by Adelaide Oval Turf Solutions and LandTek Group, have traveled over 1000 miles to their new home in Eisenhower Park. The north and south pavilions of the stadium are set for completion soon, promising premium hospitality and an enhanced fan experience with features like Cabana and Corner Club seats.

The first match scheduled at the new stadium will see the 2014 champions Sri Lanka face South Africa on June 3. With the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 fast approaching, excitement continues to build, highlighted by the release of the official anthem by Grammy award-winning artist Sean Paul and Soca superstar Kes.

Tickets for the matches, including limited general admission and exclusive hospitality options, are now available. Fans are encouraged to secure their spots quickly to witness this historic sporting event in New York.

Lahore, The President’s Trophy Grade-II cricket tournament, a three-day non-first-class event, will kick off on May 12 and continue until June 11, announced the Pakistan Cricket Board. The tournament, which marks its return after a hiatus since the 2018-2019 season, will feature 24 teams divided into four pools, competing across various venues in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

According to Pakistan Cricket Board, the teams are split into pools with each top performer advancing to the semifinals, and ultimately, the winners competing in the final. Teams such as Ahmad Glass, Pakistan Railways, and Pakistan Army, among others, will partake in this significant domestic cricket event.

The tournament will be hosted at multiple venues including the LCCA Ground, Railways Stadium, and Central Park Cricket Club Ground in Lahore; Gohati Cricket Stadium in Swabi; Shama Cricket Ground in Peshawar; and the National Ground in Islamabad. Each location is set to see a variety of matches, promising exciting cricket action for fans and participants alike.

The event schedule highlights initial matches like Service Industries versus Ahmad Glass in Lahore and OGDCL against Pakistan Army in Islamabad, setting the stage for a competitive series of games leading up to the semifinals on June 3-5, and the final from June 8-11, with venues to be announced later.

Birmingham, The Pakistan women’s cricket team is set to face England in the first match of a three-game T20I series at Edgbaston Cricket Ground tomorrow. This series is a part of a larger tour that includes three One Day Internationals (ODIs) as part of the ICC Women’s Championship 2022-25.

According to Pakistan Cricket Board, the series will commence at 2:30 pm local time in Birmingham, followed by matches in Northampton and Leeds on the 17th and 19th of May, respectively. The ODIs will take place from the 23rd to the 29th of May in Derby, Taunton, and Chelmsford.

Nida Dar, the captain of the Pakistan women’s team, expressed confidence in her team’s preparation and readiness to compete against one of the top teams in the world. Dar emphasized the importance of the series as a benchmark for the players’ performance leading up to the T20 World Cup. The tour will not only challenge the team but also allow the management to fine-tune their strategy and squad composition ahead of the global tournament.

The squad for Pakistan includes experienced and emerging players, while England’s team, led by Heather Knight, also features a strong lineup, setting the stage for a competitive series between the two cricketing nations.

Lahore, Dr. Fareed Ahmed Paracha, the central leader of Jamaat-e-Islami, praised the national hockey team for their outstanding performance, which has led to the team regaining its prominent position in international hockey after 13 years. The team’s success comes as they remain undefeated in the Azlan Shah tournament, with the final match scheduled against Japan on Sunday.

According to Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan, Dr. Paracha highlighted that hockey, being the national sport, deserves as much support and recognition as cricket. He urged the government to extend full patronage to the hockey team, including cash prizes and honors, similar to those awarded to cricket teams. Dr. Paracha expressed the nation’s collective hopes and prayers for the team’s success in the upcoming final and commended the players for their hard work and dedication that have revitalized the sport in Pakistan.