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Paul Radley

Paul Radley

Assistant Sports Editor
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A reporter since 2003, Paul has been part of The National’s sports department since the newspaper launched in 2008. Primarily focused on cricket, he has followed the rise of the sport in the Emirates for more than a decade, in print, video, and as a co-host of the weekly podcast The Cricket Pod. Duties on that beat have extended to attending finals of global events played in front of thousands in Melbourne and Mumbai, as well as pursuing stories on the streets of Khorfakkan and Kathmandu. He has also covered every Dubai Rugby Sevens since 2005, as well as golf, football, tennis, and various other sports besides.
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UAE national team player Aayan Khan in action against Jersey. Photo: Jersey Cricket
Aayan Khan, ILT20’s ‘awkward’ poster boy, on being dropped and bouncing back

Young spinner has been recalled to national team for ODI series in Scotland after a curious absence

CricketAugust 08, 2026
Scotland's Afghanistan-born bowler Zainullah Ihsan. Photo: Cricket Scotland
Afghan refugee's journey: From knowing only one English word to a Scotland cap

Zainullah Ihsan, who grew up playing tape-ball in Nangahar province, survived a harrowing journey to flourish in his adopted country. Now he finds himself in the national squad for the World Cup League 2 tri-series against Canada and the UAE

CricketAugust 07, 2026
Ahmed Raza on the Coaching team of Southern Brave in the Hundred at Lords. Rob Greig for The National
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From Sharjah to Lord’s: Raza fulfils dream of competing at home of cricket

Former spinner is part of Southern Brave’s staff in the women’s Hundred and is hoping to use what he is learning to help UAE

CricketAugust 06, 2026
Falcons' captain Harpreet Bhatia. New ECB two-day tournament. Falcons v Stallions. ICC Academy, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Bhatia promises bright new start for UAE with belated crack at capaincy

After three games, the new captain has yet to lead national team on tour due to administrative issues and wet weather

CricketAugust 04, 2026
Aryansh Sharma has been the stand-out performer during the UAE's recent warm-up games. Chris Whiteoak / The National
UAE head into ODI battle without 'rested' Waseem but have Aryansh flourishing

National team have new-look one-day side going into CWCL2 tri-series against Scotland and Canada

CricketAugust 03, 2026
Akshdeep Nath described his UAE call-up as 'life-changing'. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Nath inspired by Ireland beating India as UAE look to arrest ODI slump

National team return to Cricket World Cup League Two action in Scotland next week but start their campaign bottom of the table

CricketAugust 01, 2026
German coach Matthias Jaissle has taken the Newcastle job. AFP
Why Newcastle went for Jaissle: Double Asian champion on way to Premier League

Young manager appointed to succeed Eddie Howe at St James' Park

FootballJuly 30, 2026
Adeeb Usmani made half-centuries in two of his first four one-day internationals for the UAE. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Usmani aims to make mark with UAE after falling through cracks in India and Oman

Wicketkeeper-batter is looking to build on his impressive start to international cricket when national team play in Scotland

CricketJuly 30, 2026
UAE's Aryansh Sharma top scored in the win over Jersey. AFP
Sharma shines as UAE build momentum before World Cup League Two test

National team begin tri-series with Scotland in Dundee on Monday

CricketJuly 30, 2026
UAE's U19 team qualified for the 2027 T20 World Cup. Photo: ECB
UAE qualify for U19 Women's T20 World Cup after one-run win

National team to play in 2027 tournament after thrilling win against Malaysia

CricketJuly 29, 2026
UAE won the first of their two 50-over games in Jersey ahead of their Cricket World Cup League Two tri-series in Scotland. Photo: Jersey Cricket
Aryansh Sharma hits ton as UAE begin preparation for World Cup qualification

National team chase down 316 in one-day warm-up against Jersey

CricketJuly 28, 2026
Sanjay Pahal celebrates with Desert Vipers teammates during the ILT20. Photo: Desert Vipers
Pahal reaping rewards of UAE move after tasting ILT20 glory with Desert Vipers

All-rounder heads to Global Super League in Guyana having played part in team's final triumph

CricketJuly 24, 2026
Ethan D'Souza is currently playing as an overseas professional in the Middlesex Premier League in London. Rob Greig for The National
London calling: Abu Dhabi cricket prodigy D’Souza revelling in summer overseas

Young batting prospect is playing among seasoned county professionals as he tests himself in the UK

CricketJuly 23, 2026
UAE bowler Matiullah Khan bowls at the ICC Academy in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
From truck driver to restaurant owner: How cricket shaped Matiullah Khan's life

Seam bowler will add another stop on his remarkable journey when he plays for Desert Vipers at Global Super League in Guyana

CricketJuly 23, 2026
Argentina and Spain players in a scuffle after the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium. AFP
Spain’s elegance shows up ugly Argentina as football’s most classless losers

Disgraceful scenes at final whistle of World Cup title match were sadly predictable

World Cup 2026July 20, 2026
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