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Shreyas Iyer's captaincy saw another loss as England secured a dominant series victory. England posted a massive 257 runs, powered by Buttler and Brook's record partnership. India's bowlers struggled significantly throughout the entire innings. Chasing a large target, India's batting showed some fight but fell short. This defeat ended India's long reign at the top of T20I rankings.

Alfie Haaland appeared to question the officiating after Norway's dramatic World Cup quarter-final defeat to England, posting a pointed five-word message on social media. His reaction came after a match dominated by controversial VAR decisions, including Jude Bellingham's debated equaliser, which FIFA later confirmed was correctly awarded using connected ball technology, before also criticising Norway's attacking decision-making.

Jos Buttler became the wicketkeeper with the most international sixes, surpassing MS Dhoni. He achieved this milestone during his impressive 131-run innings against India. Buttler's sensational knock helped England secure a dominant series victory over their opponents. The England batter's record-breaking performance highlighted his destructive batting capabilities. This achievement adds another significant record to Buttler's illustrious career.

England secured a commanding 56-run victory in the final T20I match. Harry Brook and Jos Buttler's partnership proved decisive for the hosts. India's fielding lapses provided crucial lifelines to the English batsmen. This defeat resulted in India losing their top T20I ranking. England completed a dominant 4-0 series sweep over India.

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Lionel Messi achieved a historic FIFA World Cup milestone on Saturday. He became the first player with ten assists in the tournament's history. This remarkable feat occurred during Argentina's quarterfinal match against Switzerland. Messi's assist moved him past Diego Maradona on the all-time charts. Argentina continues its pursuit of a fourth World Cup title.

FIFA has cleared up the controversy surrounding Jude Bellinghams equaliser in Englands dramatic World Cup 2026 win over Norway, confirming connected ball technology found no evidence the ball struck an overhead camera cable. The ruling explains why the goal stood, despite footage sparking debate and frustration from Norway. England ultimately advanced to the semi-finals after a 2-1 extra-time victory.

Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul were the batters involved in the session, while Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav and Gurnoor Brar led the bowling group. India also used the services of local net bowlers, including two spinners and a fast bowler, to replicate different match scenarios.

In a historic moment for English football, Jude Bellingham showcased his talents by netting four goals in the knockout stage of the World Cup, reminiscent of Diego Maradona's brilliance in 1986. His crucial late equalizer and standout extra-time winner against Norway propelled England to the semifinals, where they will now face Spain. It's a remarkable comeback for England, marking their first semifinal since 1990.

Jminton Campaz has reportedly not returned to Colombia following the national team's FIFA World Cup exit after allegedly receiving death threats in the wake of their defeat to Switzerland. The Colombian Football Federation has condemned the abuse and called for a criminal investigation, while the forward appealed for respect after enduring intense online harassment following the heartbreaking elimination.

England completed a 4-0 T20I series sweep over India with a 56-run win in Southampton. Jos Buttler smashed a career-best 131, while Harry Brook's unbeaten 95 helped England post 257/3 with a record 233-run stand. India replied with 201/8 despite half-centuries from Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma, ending a disappointing tour on a losing note.

India secured a significant first-innings lead after bowling England out for 170. Kranti Gaud delivered a career-defining spell, taking six wickets for the visitors. Smriti Mandhana then anchored India's second innings with an unbeaten 69. Shafali Verma provided solid support, adding 88 runs for the opening wicket. India holds a commanding 269-run advantage heading into the final day.

Linda Noskova won her first Grand Slam title, beating fellow Czech Karolina Muchova 6-2, 5-7, 6-3 in the Wimbledon final. The 21-year-old recovered after squandering five match points in the second set to seal victory on her sixth chance. The triumph makes her the youngest Wimbledon champion since Petra Kvitova in 2011 and lifts her to a career-high No. 7.

England captain Harry Brook achieved a significant milestone in the final T20I. He became the first English batter to surpass two hundred runs in a home bilateral series. Brook also set a new record for the most runs against India in a bilateral T20I series. His performance eclipsed Nicholas Pooran's previous record of one hundred eighty-four runs. This series cemented Brook's dominance against the Indian team.

India dropped teenage opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for Sanju Samson in the fifth T20I against England, while Suryansh Shedge replaced Washington Sundar. Explaining the changes, captain Shreyas Iyer said the team wanted to ry what's the best going forward for us as a team and urged players to give hundred percent effort, irrespective of the result. England then piled up 257/3, powered by Jos Buttler's 131 and Harry Brook's unbeaten 95.

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Ahead of the fifth T20I in Southampton, England players played a game of rondo football after India's arrival was delayed due to traffic. The delay pushed the toss to 7:15 PM IST and the start to 7:30 PM IST. Once India reached the venue, Shreyas Iyer and Suryansh Shedge began warm-ups as England chased a 4-0 series win.

Former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja criticised the PCB for removing Shan Masood as Test captain and reinstating Babar Azam. Defending Shan, Raja said the skipper was unfairly blamed despite having an ordinary squad, adding, If the standard of the Test squad is not good, how is the captain only responsible for this. Pakistan next tour the West Indies and England.

India captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to bowl first against England. The team made two changes to their playing eleven for the final match. England captain Harry Brook aims for the world number one ranking with a victory. Adil Rashid is making his 150th T20I appearance for the English side. Both teams seek to finish the series strongly with their best efforts.

The toss for the fifth T20I between India and England at Southampton was delayed after the Indian team got stuck in traffic while travelling to the Rose Bowl. Live visuals later showed the team arriving at the venue. The toss was rescheduled for 7:15 PM IST, with the match set to begin at 7:30 PM IST, barring further delays.

Exclusive visuals of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharmas arrival for first practice session

India opened their medal account at the Archery World Cup Stage 4 with silver after Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Prithika Pradeep and Chikitha Taniparthi lost 228-232 to Colombia in the women's compound team final. Teenager Prithika impressed, while Colombia's Alejandra Usquiano starred. India remain in contention for more medals through Prithika and recurve archer Kirti Sharma.

Norway fans transform Miami Beach into a vibrant celebration before their World Cup quarter-final match. The Viking Row tradition has become a viral sensation, drawing local and tourist participation. Star striker Erling Haaland leads Norway's potent attack, which also features other talented players. England enters the game with confidence after a dramatic victory in their previous match. Both teams will contend with Miami's heat and humidity in this historic fixture.

Fresh from winning the FIH Nations Cup and earning promotion to the Pro League, the Indian women's hockey team is focused on the World Cup. Captain Salima Tete credited improved leadership, communication and fitness for the team's progress, while forward Sunelita Toppo highlighted better infrastructure and senior support. Both believe India is now better prepared to challenge the world's best.

India's Sarvesh Kushare finished third in the men's high jump on his Diamond League debut at the Monaco meet, clearing 2.26m. He became the first Indian to secure a top-three finish on a Diamond League debut and only the fourth Indian to achieve the feat overall. The podium finish continues his impressive season ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

Argentina's coach Lionel Scaloni rejects FIFA favouritism allegations. He states these claims provide extra motivation for his players. Scaloni mentioned such accusations have followed Argentina for decades. He believes VAR technology makes manipulation extremely difficult. The team prepares for their quarter-final match against Switzerland.

Deepti Sharma on historic Test, India's total, bowling plans & England challenge

Harmanpreet Kaur achieved a unique milestone by scoring a fifty at Lord's. She became the first Indian to score fifties in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is there. Smriti Mandhana also contributed significantly with a score of 83 runs. India posted 285 runs in their first innings after a strong partnership. England finished the opening day on 21 for 1, trailing by 264 runs.

Sachin Tendulkar and Roger Federer shared a heartwarming reunion at Wimbledon this year. Shubman Gill also experienced the prestigious event from the Royal Box for the first time. Tendulkar also met with Brian Lara, recalling their famous cricket rivalries. Several other prominent athletes and sports figures attended the championships. Alexander Zverev secured his place in the Wimbledon final after a strong performance.

Los Angeles Knight Riders defeated San Francisco Unicorns by eleven runs in Dallas. This crucial victory propelled the Knight Riders into the top positions of the standings. Colin Munro and Andre Russell provided strong batting performances for the Knight Riders. Jason Holder and Andre Russell then starred with the ball to secure the win. The Knight Riders are now level on points with San Francisco and MI New York.

MI New York secured a remarkable 17-run victory against Seattle Orcas. Seattle appeared to be cruising towards victory after a strong start. MI New York's bowlers struck at regular intervals to trigger a collapse. Tajinder Dhillon's brilliant fifty and Kieron Pollard's all-round performance were key. This win significantly impacted the playoff race for both teams.

Neeraj Chopra's coach Jaiveer Chaudhary is missing from the final Indian contingent list. M Sreeshankar's coach and father, S Murali, also faces omission from the approved squad. Jadumani Singh's inclusion in boxing was cleared after initial clarification from the federation. The ministry approved a 191-member contingent for the upcoming Games. Officials not part of the approved list will travel at personal expense.

At least one prominent support staff member is likely to leave the Team India camp despite having an extension clause in the contract. The possible exits, unrelated to the recent T20I defeats, come amid dressing-room unease and growing differences between the coaching staff and selectors.

Prabhsimran Singh has finally earned his maiden India call-up after back-to-back impressive IPL seasons with Punjab Kings. In this exclusive interview, the opener recalls his father's emotional reaction, explains how consistency and converting starts into big scores changed his career, and reflects on the role of Shreyas Iyer, Ricky Ponting and Yuvraj Singh in shaping his journey to the Indian team.

Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur achieved 9000 international runs. She became the third Indian woman to reach this significant milestone. This landmark was achieved during her innings against England at Lord's. She joins Mithali Raj and Smriti Mandhana in this elite club. Harmanpreet has amassed 9045 runs in 374 international matches.

Mikel Merino scored another decisive late goal for Spain against Belgium. This victory propelled La Roja into the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinals. Merino's impactful substitute appearances have now made World Cup history. Spain will face France in their next crucial tournament match. The team's unbeaten run in regular time now extends significantly.

French referee Clment Turpin will officiate England's World Cup quarterfinal match. This experienced official has previously worked several high-profile tournament games. Turpin has overseen England in five previous victories and one draw. He was criticized by Thomas Tuchel after a Champions League match last year. Despite past criticism, Turpin remains a respected figure in football officiating.

Shubman Gill received a Royal Box invitation to Wimbledon 2026. He joined elite Indian captains previously hosted in the prestigious enclosure. Gill also met tennis legend Roger Federer and watched matches with Sachin Tendulkar. Earlier, he attended the British Grand Prix as a VIP guest. The Indian captain is currently in England for an ODI series.

Thomas Tuchel has urged England to play with courage and without fear ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final against Norway. The Three Lions boss also revealed FIFA has given no explanation for extending Jarell Quansahs suspension to two matches, leaving the defender unavailable as England bid to reach the World Cup semi-finals.

Cristiano Ronaldo surprised IShowSpeed by gifting him the game-worn Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 CR7 Gold Scorpion boots from what is expected to be his final FIFA World Cup campaign. The rare boots, reportedly one of only two pairs, were unveiled live on the streamers broadcast, creating one of the tournaments most emotional off-field moments.

Spain advanced to the World Cup semifinals after a 2-1 quarterfinal victory over Belgium. Goalkeeper Unai Simon's record 650-minute shutout streak concluded when Charles De Ketelaere scored. Mikel Merino secured Spain's win with a late goal, his second crucial strike in the tournament. Belgium's hopes were dashed after their goalkeeper sustained an injury during the match. This victory extended Spain's impressive unbeaten run to thirty-seven games.

Members of India's ODI squad, including Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Shubman Gill, are likely to begin practicing at Edgbaston for the three-match series. Over 200 kilometres away, the T20I setup will look to avoid yet another 'first'.

Mikel Merino's late goal secured Spain's World Cup semifinal place. This victory also matched Argentina's record for the second-longest unbeaten run. Spain now holds a 36-game streak without defeat in international football. They are now one match away from Italy's all-time unbeaten record. Spain will face France in their next crucial semifinal match.

Spain wonderkid Lamine Yamal has warned France ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final, insisting La Roja have nothing to fear against Didier Deschamps side. The Barcelona star highlighted Spains recent victories over France, while both teams arrive unbeaten and in top form. With Yamal and Kylian Mbapp leading their attacks, a blockbuster clash awaits.

Former Premier League goalkeeper Brad Friedel has warned England that stopping Erling Haaland alone will not be enough in their World Cup 2026 quarter-final against Norway. He believes the Three Lions must target Martin degaard and cut off Norways supply line to their star striker. Friedel also praised Jude Bellinghams influence ahead of the crucial knockout clash.

Mikel Merino scored a late winner to secure Spain's World Cup semi-final spot. Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in a thrilling quarter-final match on Friday. They will now face tournament favorites France in their next game. Spain extended their impressive unbeaten run to thirty-seven matches. Belgium's eighteen-game undefeated streak concluded with this loss.