Sport Desk DUBAI: The Gulf’s premier cricket spectacle makes its return on Tuesday, December 2, as defending champions Dubai Capitals face the Desert Vipers in the opening clash of the DP World International League T20 Season 4. The fixture is a highly anticipated rematch of last season’s thrilling final. The first ball will be bowled at 6:30pm local time, with …

KARACHI: Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi hosted the first official press conference for the upcoming World Culture Festival 2025 at the Haseena Moin Hall, Ahmed Shah Building. The briefing was led by President Arts Council, Muhammad Ahmed Shah, and internationally acclaimed singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan. Secretary Arts Council Ejaz Farooqi and artist promoter, Sajjad Khan, were also present. During …

KARACHI: The Consulate General of Malaysia in Karachi successfully hosted the ASEAN Friendship Bowling Tournament 2025 on Saturday, 23 August 2025. It was the third instalment of this annual tradition since 2023, in commemoration of ASEAN Day on 8 August. The tournament took place at Royal Rodale, DHA,  showcasing camaraderie, cultural diplomacy and people-to-people engagement. This year’s tournament included, for …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/NEW YORK: Emirates returns as the Official Airline of the US Open Grand Slam® tournament for the 14th consecutive year, reinforcing its commitment to world-class tennis and exceptional fan experiences. This year, the airline will be enhancing fan experiences on and off the court with its premium hospitality experiences, interactive activations, curated onboard menus and entertainment, and community outreach …

DUBAI: The six franchises have finalised their squads for the third edition of the DP World International League T20 Development Tournament via the Player Selection Draft, conducted on 18 August at the Dubai International Stadium. Each team comprises 15 players from the UAE, with the squads featuring some of the country’s most exciting talent, including several who have already appeared …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: The 2025 edition of the Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup at Ascot Racecourse on Saturday, 9 August produced one of the most competitive renewals in recent years with the newly-created Asia Team comprising Suraj Narredu, Ryusei Sakai and Mirai Iwata edging out Europe by one point in a thrilling conclusion to the international jockeys’ competition. Asia …

VANCOUVER, BC: A new chapter for Canadian cricket is about to begin. The Canada Super 60, an exciting ten-over-a-side cricket league featuring some of the world’s top players, is set to launch at BC Place Stadium from October 8 to 13, 2025. This marks the first time international cricket of this level will be played indoors, under lights, at a …

DUBAI: In a major boost for cricket in the region, the Kuwait Cricket Board has announced it will host the first-ever DP World ILT20 Development Tournament – Kuwait, scheduled to begin in September 2025 at the scenic Sulaibiya Cricket Ground. This milestone tournament aims to create a clear pathway for Kuwait’s top cricketing talent to potentially earn a spot in the …

By Rafiq Vayani MUNICH/DUBAI: Emirates has entered a landmark seven-year partnership with FC Bayern Munchen, 34-time Bundesliga champions and six-time UEFA Champions League titleholders.  The agreement positions Emirates as Platinum Partner of FC Bayern Munich’s first team from the 2025-26 season through to the 2031-32 season. The football powerhouse is one of the most widely supported and respected clubs worldwide, with …

VANCOUVER/ DUBAI: In a significant leap for cricket in North America, the Canada Super 60 proudly announces iconic BC Place as the official venue for the first-ever edition of its men’s and women’s tournaments. This announcement marks a historic milestone for the Canada Super 60 — securing one of the most prestigious and state-of-the-art stadiums in the country as its …