Explanation

• Pakistan defeated Japan 4–3 on 6 March 2026 in the semifinal of the World Cup Qualifier in Ismailia, Egypt.
• This victory ended an eight-year wait for the national team.
• Pakistan came back from 1–3 down and scored three goals in the final eight minutes to secure qualification.

Additional information:

• Pakistan finished runner-up in the Ismailia qualifier after losing the final to England 4–1.

Last verified on 04-10-2026

Explanation

• Primary Host: Pakistan (PCB)
• Neutral Venue: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
• Edition: 9th
• Participating teams: 8
• Total matches: 15
• Tournament dates: 19 Feb 2025 – 09 March 2025.
• Winner: India

 Last updated NA 12-04-2026

Explanation

Mike Hesson took charge as Pakistan's interim Test head coach in September 2026.

He replaced Sarfaraz Ahmed, who was released by the PCB after the first two Tests against England.

Hesson had already been serving as Pakistan's white-ball head coach since May 2025.

Last verified on 13-09-2026

Explanation

• Lahore Qalandars won the 2025 edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL).
• Final Date: May 25, 2025
• Opponent: Quetta Gladiators
• Result: Lahore Qalandars won by 6 wickets at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore
• Player of the Match: Kusal Perera

Explanation

Pakistani boxer Fatima Zahra won a historic bronze medal in the women's 60kg event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, becoming the first-ever female boxer to win a medal for Pakistan at the event.

Additional Information:

The Commonwealth Games 2026

Dates: 23 July to 2 August 2026

Venue: Glasgow, Scotland

Official mascot: Finnie, a unicorn

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