Author: Gulf Times

Cayman Islands: The New York Strikers are proud to announce that Kendel Kadowaki Fleming, a prominent cricketing figure from Tokyo Japan, is now officially part of the Strikers Franchise who have begun their campaign in the Max 60 tournament. This addition marks a significant enhancement to the Strikers’ squad as they aim to make a strong impact in the Caribbean league post their registered 5 wicket win against Miami Lions Highly regarded as one of the top order batters in Japanese cricket, Kendel Fleming has been involved with cricket since the Under 19 World Cup 2020. Kendel currently serves…

Cayman Islands: New York Strikers defeated Miami Lions by five wickets to register their first win in the Max60 cricket tournament being held at the Caymans Island. Electing to bowl, Isuru Udana gave a perfect start to New York strikers, drawing the first blood in the final delivery of the opening over in the form of Chadwick Walton, caught by Brandon McMullen behind the stumps. Unmukt Chand started with a bang with a boundary of Matiullah Khan before perishing in the next ball, caught by Troy Taylor at deep midwicket. Wickets fell like nine pins for Miami Lions as…

    Ranbir Kapoor-starrer ‘Animal’ reigns with 11 nominations, closely followed by Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt-starrer ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’ earning 10 nominations.   19th August 2024, Mumbai: The grandest celebration of Indian cinema on the global stage, the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards, unveils the full list of IIFA 2024 Popular Category Nominations. Renowned for its unparalleled international reach and immense global appeal, the highly anticipated 24th edition of IIFA is poised to bring together the most brilliant stars, visionary filmmakers, and industry leaders from India and across the world to celebrate the magic of…

The International Cricket Council (ICC) today announced the match schedule for the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 in Malaysia. Sixteen teams from around the world will take part in the 41-match event where the future stars of women’s cricket will announce themselves over 15 days of competition from 18 January to 2 February 2025. Over and above these exciting matches will be 16 warm-up fixtures played from 13 to 16 January, in preparation for the main event. The second edition of this exciting tournament comes on the back of a successful inauguration in South Africa in 2023 where…

NY Strikers Clash Against Carribean Tigers in Max 60 Caribbean League Cayman Islands: The New York Strikers are all set to take on Caribbean Tigers, in the inaugural season of the Max 60 Caribbean League, set to be held at the Jimmy Powell Oval Cricket Ground in the Cayman Islands. The Strikers Franchise with a legacy of dominating performance across international leagues like the Abu Dhabi T10, Lanka Premier League and Legends Cricket Trophy editions are keen to showcase a similar flair and enthrall the audiences in a format which is widely gaining popularity across the world. The Strikers have…

Dubai: The allure of coastal living is unparalleled, and Park Beach Residence, developed by Park Group, epitomises this with its prime location in the heart of Al Marjan Island, this project is set to redefine luxury living with its strategic location, world-class amenities, and innovative payment plans. Nestled in the picturesque Al Marjan Island, Park Beach Residence boasts an enviable location that is just a 15-minute drive from RAK Airport. Additionally, it offers easy access to Sharjah Airport (25 minutes) and Dubai Airport (40 minutes), making it an ideal choice for frequent travelers. This strategic positioning not only ensures…

Rahul Dravid ended his tenure as India’s head coach with the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup win in Barbados in June. When India lifted the Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 trophy, their first senior ICC title in 11 years, on 29 June, the usually reserved Rahul Dravid joined the revelry and let out a celebratory outburst after being invited on the stage by the players. Looking back at the occasion, Dravid revealed that it was a spontaneous reaction informed by his joy for his players and the support staff. “It just comes out. You don’t plan these things,” Dravid said…

Sharjah, UAE: Musafirah International, a literary organization, hosted a ceremony to launch Rubina Faisal’s novel “Narsai” at the Pakistan Social Center Sharjah. The event was presided over by Dr. Sabahat Asim Wasti, with Professor Khawaja Akramuddin as the guest of honor. The ceremony began with the recitation of the Holy Quran by Dr. Akram Shehzad, followed by a naat by Shafqat Ali Qadri. Ayesha Ashi, a poet based in the UAE, moderated the ceremony, while Asif Peerzada, Farah Shahid, Engineer Muhammad Ahsan, and Ali Zareek assisted with administrative matters. Farah Shahid, an active member of Musafirah International, introduced the…

The Hong Kong International Cricket Sixes Set To Make A Comeback Iconic International Cricket Tournament Returns with a Three-Day Festival in November Hong Kong is the sporting capital of East Asia, and cricket has had a special place in the city’s sporting history, with the first official game of cricket being recorded in 1842. Over the years, cricket has not only provided a bridge amongst the diversity in the city, but is also the highest ranked team sport for Hong Kong. The city has punched much above its weight in the world rankings, with both the men’s and women’s teams…

Edgbaston witnessed an electrifying atmosphere with almost 20,000 fans in attendance. Even more impressively, nearly 100 million people tuned in via TV, OTT platforms, and social media to watch the “Father of All Rivalries” – India vs. Pakistan. The match fell into the legend category of cricket, and its staggering viewership numbers left many in awe. But how did the WCL (World championship of legends) achieve such remarkable success? The first significant milestone for WCL was obtaining approval from a prestigious cricket board. They achieved this by gaining the endorsement of the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), which…