Pakistan Announces 15-Member Squad for Asian Games 2026; Sahibzada Farhan Named Captain The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced the 15-member squad for the 2026 Asian Games, set to be held in Nagoya, Japan, from September 24 to October 3. The team includes four players who have not yet participated in T20 International matches, marking a strategic inclusion to bolster depth. Sahibzada Farhan has been appointed as the new captain, a first-time leadership role for the 28-year-old, who brings experience from 6 One-Day Internationals (ODIs) and 46 T20 Internationals. Farhan’s career statistics include 1,305 runs in T20Is at an average of 30.34 and a strike rate of 136.64, with two centuries and 10 half-centuries. The squad features a mix of seasoned players and emerging talents. Captain Farhan will be supported by Abdul Samad as vice-captain, who has played five T20Is but has not participated in the format since March 2025. The team includes Usman Khan as the main wicketkeeper, while other key members are Abrar Ahmed, Ahmed Daniyal, Akif Javed, Ali Raza, Arafat Minhas, Haider Ali, Hasan Nawaz, Maj Sadat, Mohammad Salman Mirza, Saad Masood, Saiem Ayub, Sufyan Mokim, and Usman Khan. Notably, the squad excludes several star players, including Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Shahzaib Khan, and Shadab Khan. This absence has sparked anticipation about how the team will perform in the tournament, which will feature 16 teams across two disciplines—men’s and women’s cricket. The men’s competition will run from September 24 to October 3, with medal matches scheduled for October 3. The PCB’s decision to include four debutants in the T20I format reflects a focus on developing younger talent while maintaining competitive depth.#pakistan_cricket_board #sahibzada_farhan #nagoya_japan #abdur_rahman #asian_games_2026
Malayali Cyber Fraud Gang Leader Arrested in Cambodia, Targeted Doctor with 'Future Bride' Scheme A Malayali national, Abdur Rahman, has been arrested in Cambodia as part of an international cyber fraud syndicate. The 34-year-old, originally from Thiruvananthapuram, was identified as a team leader in a criminal network that operated across multiple countries. His arrest followed a joint operation by the Kerala Cyber Police and Cambodian authorities, which uncovered a sophisticated scheme involving financial deception and digital manipulation. Rahman, who had migrated to Cambodia four years ago in search of employment, initially worked under Chinese-run cybercrime groups. His role evolved as he demonstrated expertise in identifying potential victims, coordinating scams, and recruiting operatives. According to investigators, he was later promoted to team leader and tasked with recruiting individuals from India to join the syndicate. The gang reportedly offered a reward of up to $3,000 for successfully bringing an Indian citizen to Cambodia. The gang’s modus operandi involved creating fake profiles on matrimonial websites, posing as women to lure unsuspecting men into fraudulent relationships. One notable case involved a doctor in Kerala, who was targeted under the guise of a "future bride." The scammer, using a fabricated identity, convinced the victim to invest in a purported financial scheme promising returns on marriage-related expenses. After the victim transferred funds, the gang allegedly converted the stolen money into cryptocurrency and laundered it through multiple accounts before transferring it abroad. The investigation revealed that the syndicate used a combination of social engineering and digital tools to exploit vulnerabilities.#abdur_rahman #malayali_cyber_fraud_gang #kerala_cyber_police #cambodia_authorities #future_bride_scheme
Kochi Cyber Fraud: Cambodian Scam Network Exploits Matrimonial Platforms Kochi Cyber Police arrested a Malayali man, Abdur Rahman, who was part of a Cambodian cyber fraud network that targeted matrimonial platforms. The operation revealed how the group used fake profiles to lure victims into investment scams, often under the guise of marriage-related schemes. Rahman, who had moved to Cambodia four years ago, initially worked for a Chinese scam organization. His role in the network grew after demonstrating exceptional skills in deceiving victims, leading to his promotion as a team leader. The scam group shifted its focus from loan apps and social media advertisements to matrimonial websites after security alerts made traditional methods less effective. Victims were approached through fake profiles, often posing as potential spouses. Once trust was established, the scammers would request large sums of money under pretenses such as "future savings" or "investment opportunities." Rahman admitted to recruiting agents in India, promising them up to $3,000 per recruit. The group’s modus operandi involved exploiting matrimonial platforms like Matrimony, where they created over 1,000 fake profiles. These profiles were used to build relationships with victims, eventually coercing them into transferring funds. The scammers laundered money through cryptocurrency exchanges and hawala networks, converting stolen funds into digital assets to obscure their trail. Kochi Cyber Police dismantled the network by removing the fake profiles and apprehending Rahman. The operation highlighted the evolving tactics of cybercriminals, who adapt to heightened security measures by targeting less monitored platforms.#cambodia #malayali #kochi_cyber_police #abdur_rahman #matrimony
