The Hindu

Tazmin Brits hopes to make the South African Olympic team after a road accident sidelined her from the 2012 London Olympics, where she competed in javelin

The competition will feature 24 teams divided into six groups across five host cities. As in recent years, Kolkata will remain the tournaments hub

Gustavo Alfaros side has already authored the shock of the tournament by dumping out Germany

The 14-year-olds immediate objective is to continue improving by competing regularly in strong tournaments against elite opposition

It was very bad refereeing, Zlatko Dalic told reporters, saying he felt his team should have been given more free kicks.

The 35-year-old forward retires with the second-most appearances for Algeria (119) and the second-most goals (40)

Germany's defeat to Paraguay in the Round of 32 marked a third consecutive disappointing World Cup campaign

Spain goalkeeper Unai Simn has the longest shutout streak in World Cup history

Chessworld AI will introduce an integrated digital platform for tournament registrations, player and tournament management, digitisation of over-the-board games, AI-powered game analysis, and personalised learning tools for players.

Forecasters say the hottest World Cup tournament match so far this year could hit Saturday afternoon, during the knockout round game between France and Paraguay in Philadelphia

Ireland stunned India 2-0 recently at Belfast to register their first ever series win over the reigning T20 world champions in any format.

Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye scored to ensure Switzerland advances; the team will meet Ghana or Colombia in the next round

The World Cup clash will not be the first time that current Swiss coach Murat Yakin has faced Petkovic, with the two pitted against each other when coaching in the Swiss league

The game ended in controversy as Croatia thought it had tied things up 2-2 in the very last moments, but Mario Pasalic was called offside as VAR ruled no goal

Leao joins the Portugal attack alongside Ronaldo and Neto against unchanged Croatia

In the mens draw, top seed Velavan Senthilkumar bowed out after a disappointing semifinal defeat to second seed Yassin Shohdy of Egypt

Once the skipper Laura Wolvaardt fell to a superb catch by Sophie Ecclestone off Linsey Smith, the South African innings fell apart

Spain have now outscored their opponents 8-0 while continuing their run as one of two teams yet to concede at this World Cup, alongside Mexico

India has ranked in the top two for the most Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs) in athletics between 2022 and 2025

Spain made two changes, Yamal starts in attack; Austria made three changes

The all-rounders have shown time and again that they are among the creme de la creme of elite cricket; they are now one hurdle away from adding another T20 World Cup to their cabinets

With Argentina likely waiting in the next round, both sides know this may be the match that defines their tournament

England created a string of chances but was repeatedly denied by DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi before Harry Kane finally levelled

The 2026 World Cup has expanded to 48 teams, sparking debate about its impact. Join host N. Sudarshan and guests Pradhyum Reddy and Lallianzuala Chhangte as they explore the excitement and concerns.

India, who have made two finals but never won the World Test Championship title, are currently fifth in the standings, while Sri Lanka are sixth

After 30 action-packed matches, the stage is set for a crowing of the new Womens T20 World Cup champions. The lively tournament spotlighted the ever-growing sport and the need to offer a level playing field for the women who hit the 22 yards. A new policy introduced by the ICC promises to do just that

The United States earned their first knockout-round victory since 2002

USA still have just one knockout win in World Cup history so far

Senegal became the fourth African side to bow out in a narrow defeat in the knockout stage

Andreeva saved six match points in the decider, but was not able to stop Krejcikova from crossing the finish line and claim only her second victory over the youngster

Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly out with injury; Belgium retains starting lineup

India, coming off a 0-2 series loss to Ireland, made a poor start as they slipped to 6 for two but half-centuries from skipper Shreyas Iyer (68) and Abhishek Sharma (59) propelled them to a competitive total

The Leopards draw first blood with Cipengas strike and then baulk waves of attacks with goalkeeper Mpasi outstanding under the bar until the Three Lions skipper plays his part

History will regard Stokes as a great cricketer, with great being used in its purest and most unadulterated form. There are few sights in cricket of a recent vintage to match him on a cricket field

For us, it has been a brilliant experience playing at home, in front of families and friends, says Nat Sciver-Brunt

South Africa is one side that has caused problems for the English women at ICC events

The 46-year-old has brought in a group of cricket fans from around the world; the former Australia captain is the co-founder of Around the Wicket

Only the sixth woman hockeyplayer to get a Padma Shri, the 35-year-old looks back at her 23-year-old journey in the sport