Author: Gulf Times

Dubai: In a new development, the Sport Climbing Federation of India (SCFI) has recently announced appointment of Sh. Sushil Malik, founder and Director of Herbal Healing Hands, Georgia, as its new Vice President, and Dr. Rajmohan Pillai, Chairman of the Beta Group, as its new President. In addition, Sh. Sushil Kumar has also been elected as the President of Haryana State Federation marking a pivotal moment for the SCFI, at the election, held at the Trivandrum Tennis Club on Sunday. Heralding a new era for sports climbing in India, the gathering which was led by General Secretary Col. SP…

Edgbaston: The World Championship of Legends (WCL) is set to elevate its status in the cricketing world with the announcement of acclaimed television presenter and actress Mandira Bedi as the official host. As excitement builds for this premier cricket league, WCL is also introducing a nostalgic twist: in the event of a tie, matches will be decided by the classic “bowl out” method, reminiscent of early Twenty20 formats, instead of the contemporary super overs. Mandira Bedi, a renowned figure in the world of cricket broadcasting, will bring her charisma and deep understanding of the game to the tournament, engaging…

Dubai, : The six DP World International League T20 franchises have retained a total of 69 players for tournament’s third season which will be played from Saturday, 11 January to Sunday, 9 February 2025 in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah. The window for retaining players was opened on 1 June with the teams given two weeks to submit the list of the retained players. Season 3 is set to see a number of world-class and seasoned T20 players from around the world. Amongst the 69 players, 26 players were parts of various ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 squads. The…

Dubai Neeraj Goyat, India’s most promising boxer and WBC Asia Title Holder, has been invited to join Big Boss OTT. Neeraj is all set to enthrall his audience as he is a crowd favorite being a renowned figure in the global boxing scene. The boxing professional also has appeared in numerous music videos and instructed celebrities like Farhan Akhtar to display boxing skills in movies like Toofan. In the same movie, Neeraj too had a small role and gave the actor a hard time. The Haryana boxer who has gained recognition for his exciting exploits in the history of Indian…

Dubai The Legends Intercontinental T20, owned by USA-based Brosid Sports LLC, today announced the appointment of Mr. Arun Pandey as its Chief Operating Officer and Chairman ahead of the inaugural season scheduled to take place in Texas, USA in August. “We are thrilled to have Mr Arun Pandey join us as COO and Chairman,” said Saurabh Bhambri, Founder of Brosid Sports LLC. “His leadership and vision will be crucial as we move through this exciting time of development for the league. We have no doubt that LIT20 will soar to new heights and enthrall cricket enthusiasts everywhere under his direction.”…

Islamabad: Kashmiri political prisoners in Indian jails are facing alarming health risks exacerbated by a severe heat wave gripping North India. Families of prominent detainees, including Asiyeh Andrabi, Nahida Nasreen, and Fehmeeda Sofi, have raised urgent concerns over their deteriorating conditions in Delhi’s prisons, citing inadequate healthcare and oppressive living conditions. The Legal Forum for Kashmir (LFK) in their policy brief has strongly condemned the treatment of these prisoners as a grave violation of human rights, urging immediate intervention by Indian authorities to ensure proper medical care and improved facilities amid the extreme weather. These women, detained under contentious…

The World Championship of Legends (WCL) is set to become a major event in the world of cricket. This unique league features both retired and non-contracted players, making it a standout in the cricketing landscape. Approved by the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB), WCL holds the distinction of being the only league of its kind to receive such recognition. Scheduled to take place from 3rd July to 13th July, WCL will be hosted at the prestigious Edgbaston and Northamptonshire County Cricket Club grounds in the UK. Unique Selling Point about the league is that it features franchise model on…

Dubai This seasons T20 World Cup has seen fierce competition. Shadab Khan and all-rounder Imad Wasim’s performances have reached an all-time low following Pakistan’s elimination from the T20 World Cup 2024. With Pakistan’s fate being sealed as the all-time drastic performance in World Cup history, the Men in Green need to realign themselves in order for the team to perform well and advance to future international seasons. Pakistan’s World Cup campaign was marred by the inconsistent performances of touted all-rounders Imad Wasim and Shadab Khan. Despite their potential, both players failed to deliver crucial contributions when it mattered most, highlighting…

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Dubai:  This seasons T20 World Cup has seen fierce competition. Shadab Khan and all-rounder Imad Wasim’s performances have reached an all-time low following Pakistan’s elimination from the T20 World Cup 2024. With Pakistan’s fate being sealed as the all-time drastic performance in World Cup history, the Men in Green need to realign themselves in order for the team to perform well and advance to future international seasons. Pakistan’s World Cup campaign was marred by the inconsistent performances of touted all-rounders Imad Wasim and Shadab Khan. Despite their potential, both players failed to deliver crucial contributions when it mattered most,…