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Nooh Butt, Talha Talib shoulder Pakistan’s Olympic hopes
Rashed Malik said their talent is clear, but Olympic success depends on sustained support, better facilities and elite training
Jan 26, 2026
Jan 27, 2026

Alam Zeb Safi is a sports journalist, having served in the capacity for 25 years. Covered so many international sports events on foreign soil also including England and Australia.
Worked with The News, The Statesman, BBC Pushto Service, Dubai Times, Cricket Today
Rashed Malik said their talent is clear, but Olympic success depends on sustained support, better facilities and elite training
Chasing a target of 264, Pakistan reached the mark with two balls to spare
Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem and Asian bronze medalist Yasir Sultan are both strong contenders for medals in Riyadh
The iconic Iqbal Stadium last hosted an ODI on April 11, 2008
Solano also said that Pakistan was unlucky not to win the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers against Afghanistan
The Men in Green reached the 140-run target in 19 overs as Babar struck an elegant 68, helping the home team win the three-match series 2-1
