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Paul Radley

Paul Radley

Assistant Sports Editor
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Dubai
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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Cristiano Ronaldo, right, and his Al Nassr teammates were given a night off on Monday after their AFC Champions League game was postponed. Reuters
Ronaldo and Al Nassr look to reap benefits as Al Hilal aim to bounce back

AFC Champions League postponement could be a blessing in disguise for Postecoglou's side

FootballOctober 28, 2026
Al Ain head coach Vladimir Ivić. AFC Champions League Elite, Al Ain v Tractor. Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium, Al Ain, Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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Vladimir Ivic urges focus as Al Ain surge ahead in Asian Champions League

Coach says domestic football remains top priority for UAE double winners after win over Iran side Tractor

FootballOctober 27, 2026
Al Nassr saw their SPL and AFC matches affected by logistical issues. Reuters
How travel disruption has led to chaos in Asian football

Matches are going ahead despite attacks in Saudi Arabia but logistical challenges have caused upheaval

FootballOctober 26, 2026
UAE's Rahul Chopra batted on after receiving medical assistance during the Cricket World Cup League Two match against the Netherlands in Dubai. Photo: ECB / ICC
UAE captain Chopra shines in stifling heat but national team lose

Returning leader’s heroic effort in vain as hosts suffer another defeat in Cricket World Cup League Two in Dubai

CricketOctober 25, 2026
UAE captain Harpreet Bhatia will miss the upcoming games against Oman and the Netherlands on compassionate grounds. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Future of UAE’s ODI cricket and captain Bhatia in doubt

Final tri-series of miserable tournament for national team takes place in Dubai against Oman and Netherlands

CricketOctober 24, 2026
Uddish (L) and Tanish Suri are cricketing brothers both playing in the UAE. Insportz, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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'It was great getting Sooryavanshi out': Teenager Uddish eyes bright UAE future

Teen all-rounder is following in footsteps of older sibling Tanish as one of the brightest young prospects in the Emirates

CricketOctober 21, 2026
Rory McIlroy after winning his fourth Dubai Desert Classic title at Emirates Golf Club. Getty Images
Fans urged not to take McIlroy’s return to Dubai for granted

World No 2 will be looking for a fifth Dallah Trophy when he plays at Emirates Golf Club in January

SportOctober 19, 2026
Suraksha Kotte regards her UAE teammates as 'one huge family'. Chris Whiteoak / The National
UAE spin star Kotte on her World Cup dream and honouring her late father

Slow bowler was outstanding as national team caught the eye at Women’s Asia Cup in Dubai

CricketOctober 17, 2026
Al Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo during the AFC Champions League match against Neftchi Fergana at the Al Awwal Park in Riyadh. AFP
Crunch SPL fixture involving Ronaldo’s Al Nassr postponed

Grudge match against Asian champions Al Ahli is one of three league fixtures to be rearranged

FootballOctober 14, 2026
Al Ahli head coach Marino Pusic at Zabeel Stadium. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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Al Ahli boss Pusic calls for action after 'dangerous' bottle throwing at Al Wasl

Visiting players pelted with plastic projectiles during 3-1 win in Dubai

FootballOctober 13, 2026
Firas Al-Buraikan of Al Ahli scores. AFC Champions League Elite, Al Wasl v Al Ahli. Zabeel Stadium, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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Al Ahli overcome Al Wasl in fiery AFC Champions League clash

Back-to-back Asian champions win 3-1 in Dubai but were made to fight by UAE side

FootballOctober 12, 2026
Spain's Jon Rahm during The Open championship in July. AFP
Rahm to appear at Abu Dhabi Championship as he gets set for LIV Golf exit

Spaniard confirmed for finale to DP World Tour season in the UAE

SportOctober 12, 2026
The UAE have been on a poor run in the Cricket World Cup League Two. Photo: ICC
UAE’s ODI status under threat after dismal series in United States

National team will be playing for survival at World Cup Qualifier Play-off after three defeats in Dallas

CricketOctober 12, 2026
Al Ahli's Ivan Toney during the Fifa Intercontinental Cup match against Mamelodi Sundowns in South Africa last month. Reuters
ACL talking points: Toney in outstanding form but UAE’s Al Wasl can cause upset

Two-time Asian champions Al Ahli Saudi face Dubai side, while Al Ain and Shabab Al Ahli each look to build on strong starts

FootballOctober 12, 2026
AL Nassr's AFC match Neftchi Fergana is in doubt due to the security situation in Riyadh. Photo: @ActuSPL / X
Al Nassr ACL clash in doubt over Riyadh security situation

Ronaldo's side due to face Uzbek outfit Neftchi Fergana on Monday night at Al Awwal Park

FootballOctober 11, 2026
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