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The incident took place in the sixth over of the Netherlands innings. Shreyanka had bowled just one delivery when she hurt herself while trying to stop the ball in the field.

Lionel Messi scored his first World Cup hat-trick in Argentina's 3-0 win over Algeria, equalling Miroslav Klose's record of 16 goals. However, his performance was overshadowed by controversy after a studs-up tackle on Aissa Mandi, with pundits Nedum Onuoha and Ale Moreno insisting the Argentine captain was fortunate to avoid a red card. Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni hailed Messi's enduring brilliance.

Debut pacer Prince Yadav experienced a moment of heartbreak as his maiden ODI wicket was disallowed due to a marginal no-ball. Despite the unfortunate turn, Yadav's delivery troubled Afghanistan opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz. This incident occurred after India posted a formidable 402, powered by Shubman Gill's 154 and Ishan Kishan's 125.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stole the show with a sensational diving catch to dismiss Khalid Taniwal during India A's Tri-Nation Series clash against Afghanistan A. The 15-year-old's athletic effort helped India A tighten their grip on the match, which they eventually won by 101 runs to seal a place in the final, with Nishant Sindhu starring with four wickets.

Lionel Messi's team has accused former West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas of causing chaos during the 'GOAT India Tour' in Kolkata. An email to police alleges Biswas repeatedly touched Messi and brought unauthorized individuals onto the field, forcing the footballer's early departure. Event organizer Satadru Dutta, who previously accused Biswas, is challenging the minister's protection from arrest in court.

India A secured their spot in the Tri-Nation A Series final with a dominant 101-run win over Afghanistan A. Half-centuries from Arya, Varma, and Kushagra, coupled with Nishant Sindhu's four-wicket haul, propelled India A to a commanding victory and a place in the championship match.

Shreyas Iyer achieved a significant milestone in his ODI career. He became the joint second-fastest Indian batter to reach 3,000 runs. Iyer reached this landmark in his 72nd innings. This places him alongside Shikhar Dhawan and ahead of Virat Kohli. The achievement occurred during India's second ODI against Afghanistan in Lucknow. Shubman Gill remains the fastest Indian to this mark.

Former India batter Manoj Tiwary urged 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to channel his aggression positively after his altercation with Sri Lanka A players. Tiwary said rival teams would target the youngster because of his rapid rise and advised him to decide the image he wants in cricket. India coach Sairaj Bahutule backed Sooryavanshi, saying the teenager would learn from the episode.

Gill's innings came after India found themselves at 96 for 2. He then joined forces with Ishan Kishan for a 224-run partnership that put India in control of the contest. Both batters went on to score centuries.

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Kishan reached the milestone on the final ball of the 33rd over. He cut a delivery from Bilal Sami through backward point for a boundary to bring up his second ODI century.

Cricket in the USA will see a significant boost when the Knight Riders Cricket Ground in Pomona, California, hosts its inaugural Major League Cricket match on July 1. This venue, designated for the LA28 Olympics, marks a major infrastructural development for the sport, promising to expand its footprint and engage a wider audience.

Tushar Deshpande's rise as a hard-hitting all-rounder has been fuelled by resilience, technical improvements and unwavering support from his father Uday. After overcoming criticism and limited batting opportunities, Deshpande excelled in the Mumbai T20 League and IPL 2026, boosting his confidence. Coaches and former players believe the pace-bowling all-rounder has the potential to become a valuable asset for India.

Bernardo Silva has joined Real Madrid on a free transfer after a successful nine-year spell at Manchester City. The 31-year-old midfielder, who won 20 major honours with City, including a historic Treble, has signed a two-year deal. He becomes a key signing under returning manager Jose Mourinho as Real Madrid aim to improve after a disappointing 2025-26 season.

Major League Cricket (MLC) returns for its fourth season with the same vigour as the last edition, the same level of competition and a new swanky venue in California with the LA Olympics two years away. A quick-fire Q&A before the season begins on June 18 with Texas Super Kings vs Seattle Orcas.

Nikhil Chaudhary made history as the first India-born male cricketer in 60 years to debut for Australia. Born in Delhi, he previously played for Punjab before moving to Australia and working various jobs during the pandemic. His impressive club performances led to his selection for the Australian T20I side.

Jharkhand's Kumar Kushagra impressed on his India A debut with a composed 58 against Afghanistan A, helping India A post 319/8. The promising wicketkeeper-batter, known for his record-breaking Ranji Trophy innings and IPL success, continues to showcase his talent on the big stage.

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar suggested dropping Vaibhav Sooryavanshi from the India A squad as a disciplinary action following an on-field altercation with Sri Lanka A players. Despite provocations, Manjrekar emphasized that physical contact is unacceptable. The 15-year-old's recent form has also been inconsistent, contrasting with his stellar IPL 2026 performance.

Team India faces an injury blow as Nitish Kumar Reddy is ruled out of the second ODI against Afghanistan with a sore left thigh, forcing a reshuffle in the bowling attack. Afghanistan also deal with fitness concerns, making multiple changes as both teams aim for consistency and valuable lessons from the opening match.

England secured a tense four-wicket win against Ireland in a rain-affected T20 World Cup match. Sophie Ecclestone starred with the ball, restricting Ireland to 118/9. Despite early scares in the chase, Nat Sciver-Brunt and Heather Knight's partnership, followed by Charlie Dean and Danielle Gibson's calm finish, guided the hosts to victory, maintaining their winning streak.

Austria secured a long-awaited World Cup victory, defeating debutants Jordan 3-1. Romano Schmid opened the scoring, but Jordan equalised before an own goal and a late Marko Arnautovic penalty sealed the win. This historic triumph sets up a showdown with defending champions Argentina.

Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi survived a controversial third-umpire call on nought to score 38 runs off 28 balls against Afghanistan A. Despite a couple of fortunate escapes, his promising knock, featuring four boundaries and two sixes, added 75 runs for the opening wicket with Priyansh Arya.

The ODI series against Afghanistan serves as an early indicator for India's 2027 World Cup preparations, with KL Rahul emerging as a key middle-order option. His adaptability and ability to accelerate or consolidate innings provide crucial flexibility, making him an important asset regardless of his batting position or wicketkeeping duties.

Lionel Messi's emotional hat-trick in Argentina's 3-0 World Cup win over Algeria marked a historic night, equaling Miroslav Klose's all-time scoring record. Despite personal difficulties, Messi delivered a masterful performance, celebrating his 200th international cap with a record-equalling feat.

India A opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi received a controversial reprieve on nought during a match against Afghanistan A. The third umpire ruled a one-handed catch not out, sparking debate. This incident follows a recent on-field altercation, adding to the young batter's eventful series despite modest scores.

Deepti Sharma's stellar five-wicket haul powered India's T20 World Cup opener, but the team seeks refinement against debutants Netherlands. While a comfortable win was secured, India aims to solidify batting depth and bowling control. Key players need more time in the middle, and the pace attack seeks early breakthroughs to build momentum for tougher encounters ahead.

Iran's football team faced immense logistical challenges and intrusive security measures during their World Cup campaign in the US, drawing 2-2 against New Zealand. Players expressed frustration over the disaster of unfair competition due to these issues. Despite political tensions and fan disruptions, the team received support, while Mexico was praised for its hospitality.

Lionel Messi delivered a vintage performance, scoring a World Cup hat-trick as defending champions Argentina began their title defence with a dominant 3-0 win over Algeria. The star forward's treble, his first in the tournament, saw him draw level with Miroslav Klose on the all-time scoring charts. Messi's brilliance, despite pre-tournament injury concerns, showcased Argentina's formidable strength.

Lionel Messi achieved a career milestone, scoring his first World Cup hat-trick to lead Argentina to a 3-0 win over Algeria. This remarkable feat drew him level with Miroslav Klose atop the tournament's all-time scoring charts with 16 goals. The performance also marked his 200th appearance for Argentina and extended his scoring streak to five consecutive World Cup matches.

Portugal enter the 2026 World Cup amid major change, with Roberto Martinez set to leave after the tournament regardless of results. Cristiano Ronaldo, likely playing his final World Cup at 41, leads a squad chasing history. As attention builds around transition and legacy, Portugal aim to secure their first-ever FIFA World Cup title in North America.

Lionel Messi etched his name in history, becoming the second player ever to score in five World Cups. His hat-trick against Algeria secured a dominant lead for Argentina, propelling him to the top of the all-time World Cup scoring charts alongside Miroslav Klose. This remarkable achievement marks another milestone in Messi's illustrious career.

Growing up in Nagpur, Harsh Dubey wanted to become a batter. While buying books for the fifth grade, he took his father to Ruby Cricket Club in Nagpur, where it all began for him under the watchful eyes of Sanjog Binkar. Later, Madhav Bakre honed his craft at the Nagpur Cricket Academy. But the real turnaround came before his record-breaking 2024-25 domestic season, when he spent three weeks in Chennai with Ramji Srinivasan, the former Head Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Indian cricket t

Sri Lanka Cricket has reportedly sanctioned Sri Lanka A spinner Vishen Halambage following the heated post-match altercation with India A batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after the Super Over thriller in Dambulla. Wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella was also fined for a separate offence. India spin coach Sairaj Bahutule backed the 15-year-old Sooryavanshi, saying the youngster would learn from the incident.

Lionel Messi marked his 200th appearance for Argentina during the nations FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Algeria, adding another milestone to one of footballs greatest careers. The 38-year-old captain became only the third mens player to reach 200 international caps while extending his record as the most-capped World Cup player. A world champion, two-time Copa Amrica winner and holder of multiple World Cup records, Messis latest landmark further underlines his extraordinary longevity and end

Norway marked their return to the FIFA World Cup after a 28-year absence with an impressive 4-1 victory over Iraq in Group I. Erling Haaland scored twice on his World Cup debut, while Leo stigrd and a late own goal completed the scoring. The win moves Norway level with France on three points and sets up a potentially decisive group-stage showdown between Haaland and Kylian Mbapp later in the tournament.

India's 72nd Grandmaster Mitrabha Guha, who once appeared on Kaun Banega Crorepati and won Rs 4.8 lakh has secured India's final spot for the Esports Nations Cup 2026. The Kolkata player overcame years of financial struggles and family sacrifices to reach the top. Now pursuing an MBA, the Commonwealth classical chess champion is set to compete alongside stars like Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura.

Kylian Mbapps 2026 World Cup campaign is already rewriting record books after his brace against Senegal in Frances Group I opener. At just 27, the France captain became his nations all-time leading scorer and moved past Just Fontaine as their top World Cup scorer. He now sits among the tournaments greatest marksmen, closing in on Ronaldo and Miroslav Klose in the all-time list while chasing multiple historic milestones still within reach.

Nilakshika Silva's unbeaten 54 guided Sri Lanka to a memorable five-wicket victory over defending champions New Zealand in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup. Chasing 151, Sri Lanka secured the win with one ball to spare, marking their first success of the tournament and boosting their campaign.

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France and Senegal renew their historic World Cup rivalry in East Rutherford, 24 years after Senegals famous 2002 opening-day shock. Kylian Mbapp leads France after a prolific qualification campaign, while Sadio Man returns fully fit after missing 2022. Both unbeaten in qualifying, the sides meet in a high-stakes Group I opener featuring two of footballs defining modern forwards.

Ahead of the second ODI against Afghanistan, India spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule backed Rohit Sharma, calling him a champion cricketer and highlighting his influence on ODI captain Shubman Gill and the team. Bahutule also praised KL Rahul's versatility and form, saying the batter can adapt to any situation and remains a key member across formats.

Former England captain Michael Vaughan backs Ben Stokes to continue leading the national side despite his suspension for breaching team curfew. Vaughan acknowledges Stokes' mistake but emphasizes his significant contributions, suggesting the ECB should allow him to return as skipper. He also commends the ECB for their swift handling of the situation.

Four draws in one day, Spains 2,500-pass drought, Cape Verdes LinkedIn hero, Bielsas anti-modelling rant, and a night where football remembered that stalemates can still have stories.

England's World Cup hopes have been hit as defender Tino Livramento is out with a calf injury sustained in training. Chelsea's Trevoh Chalobah has been called up as a replacement, offering versatility at right-back. This change comes just before England's opening match against Croatia, with tournament rules allowing such replacements.