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Pakistan has officially qualified for the Hockey World Cup 2026 after a thrilling 4-3 victory over Japan in the semi-final of the World Cup qualifying tournament on Friday. The Men in Green maintained their unbeaten streak in the tournament, securing their place in the prestigious global event and ending an eight-year wait to return to…

South Africa’s unbeaten streak in the tournament was ended by New Zealand, as the first semi-final was won by nine wickets. Finn Allen’s record ton blasted New Zealand past South Africa into the T20 World Cup final, with an unbeaten 100 scored off just 33 balls, marking the fastest century in T20 World Cup history….

A winning start was secured by Japan as a 2–0 victory was recorded over Taiwan in their opening match of the Women’s Asian Cup in Perth. Despite dominant possession and relentless pressure, finishing issues were exposed by the tournament favourites. The contest was largely controlled by the Japan women’s national football team, with almost 90…