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Pakistan cricket team secured a momentous milestone as they won their 5th Test series against Sri Lanka in Sri Lanka. This outstanding achievement now makes Pakistan the most successful visiting team on the island nation, beating Australia and England, who had four series wins each in the past.

Apart from England and Australia, India and South Africa have also shown their strength in Sri Lanka, with India winning three Test series and South Africa securing two.

The recently concluded two-match Test series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka showcased captivating matches that kept cricket fans on the edge of their seats.

In the first Test, Pakistan displayed commendable tenacity as they chased down the target with four wickets remaining. Building upon their initial success, the Pakistani team showcased their sheer dominance in the second Test, outclassing Sri Lanka with a massive margin of an innings and 222 runs.

Pakistan cricket fans witnessed some exciting cricket with young stars proving their mettle in challenging conditions. The likes of Saud Shakeel and Abdullah Shafique scored double-centuries while Agha Salman, Naseem Shah and Abrar Ahmed also showcased their immense talents at the biggest stage.

The Men in Green will now be looking to win their first Test series in Australia as they travel downunder for their next series in the World Test Championship.

Source: Pro Pakistani

In a stunning display of cricket prowess, Pakistan has soared to the summit of the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25 rankings following their emphatic win in the second Test against Sri Lanka.

The Men in Green exhibited exceptional form throughout the series, ultimately claiming a 2-0 victory after a commanding 4-wicket win in the first Test.

The second Test witnessed a remarkable performance from the Pakistani side, as they secured a resounding victory by an innings and an astounding 222 runs.

The opening batter Abdullah Shafique took the limelight with a masterful double-century, while Nauman Ali displayed his bowling brilliance, dismantling the Sri Lankan batting unit with a sensational 7-wicket haul.

With an impeccable record of two wins in two matches, Pakistan has firmly established itself as a formidable force in the World Test Championship.

Following Pakistan’s lead are India in second place, securing a win and a draw in their encounter against West Indies. Australia closely trails in the third spot, holding a 2-1 series lead in the fiercely contested Ashes.

Here is the updated WTC points table:

Team Matches Wins Loss Draw Points Percentage of Points

Pakistan 2 2 0 0 24 100%

India 2 1 0 1 16 66.67%

Australia 4 2 1 1 26 54.17%

England 4 1 2 1 14 23.17%

West Indies 2 0 1 1 4 16.67%

Sri Lanka 2 0 2 0 0 0.00%

Source: Pro Pakistani

The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) has revealed the much-awaited schedule for the upcoming SAFF U19 Championship scheduled to take place in Nepal.

As per the announced schedule, the Green Shirts will kick off their campaign against Nepal on September 21 at the iconic Dashrath Stadium in Kathmandu.

The Men in Green will square off against the Maldives on September 23 at the same venue, with the top two teams qualifying for the semi-final stage of the event.

Match Opposition Date Time (PKT) Venue

First match Nepal September 21 4:45 PM Dashrath Stadium

Second match Maldives September 23 12:45 PM Dashrath Stadium

Yesterday, the South Asian Football Federation also announced the schedule for the upcoming SAFF U16 Championship scheduled to take place in Thimphu, Bhutan.

Last week, the draw for the SAFF U16 Championship and SAFF U19 Championship 2023 was conducted at the BFF House in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Source: Pro Pakistani

Derbyshire is set to sign Mohammad Amir as a local player for the next County cricket season.

Derbyshire Cricket Club is gearing up for an exciting addition to their team as they prepare to sign former Pakistan fast bowler, Mohammad Amir, as a local player for the upcoming season.

Having retired from international cricket in 2020, Amir has been plying his trade in county cricket as an overseas player, representing renowned teams like Essex and Gloucestershire.

As Mohammad Amir is now in the process of obtaining British citizenship, with his wife already being a British citizen, this citizenship will enable him to sign a deal with Derbyshire and represent them in various game formats as a local player. He will also play The Hundred as a local player and not an overseas star.

Derbyshire’s Head Coach, Mickey Arthur, is optimistic about Amir’s inclusion, as he aims to rebuild the team’s performance in the County Championship.

With his bowling prowess and adaptability to English conditions, Amir is poised to make a notable impact in Derbyshire’s bowling department. Cricket enthusiasts eagerly await his stint with the club, eager to witness his stellar performances in the county cricket arena.

Source: Pro Pakistani

Pakistan’s swimming champion, Aman Siddique, has set a new national record in the 400 meters freestyle event at the World Swimming Championship in Japan.

Aman Siddique, the swimming champion from Pakistan, achieved a remarkable feat at the World Swimming Championship in Japan on July 23, 2023. He has set a new national record in the 400 meters freestyle event with an impressive time of 4:12.29. Before this, Aman already held the national record with a time of 4:15.78.

Despite the new record, he narrowly missed advancing to the next round, finishing 50th out of 55 swimmers in the overall heats.

During the qualifying rounds, Aman Siddique trailed behind the last qualifier by 28 seconds, making it challenging to secure a spot in the finals. The top eight swimmers from each heat secured their places for the final round.

Nonetheless, Aman’s outstanding performance has brought pride to Pakistan and showcased his exceptional talent on the international stage.

Source: Pro Pakistani