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Kylian Mbappe creates history, becomes first player since 1966 to ...

Kylian Mbappe made history with ten or more goal contributions across two FIFA World Cups. He became the youngest player to reach twenty World Cup appearances and goals. Mbappe also rejoined Lionel Messi at the top of the Golden Boot standings. His performance helped France secure a two-nil victory against Morocco. France now advances to face either Spain or Belgium in the semifinals.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 1:26 pm

King without the crown: Cristiano Ronaldos World Cup career in graphics

Portugals Round of 16 defeat to Spain brought an end to captain Cristiano Ronaldos World Cup career. Despite one of the greatest careers in football history, he retires from the tournament without ever winning the FIFA World Cup. Here is a graphical look at his career and achievements.

The Hindu 10 Jul 2026 1:15 pm

Search my name: Haaland's cheeky post as Google joins viral 'Viking Row' craze

Norway's Erling Haaland encouraged fans to search his name on Google. This action revealed an animated Viking Row celebration, a popular tradition. Haaland also revived his forgotten rap career with a new song remix. He has scored seven goals in the FIFA World Cup tournament. Norway now faces England in the quarter-finals after a historic win.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 12:57 pm

'Dumbfounded. Gobsmacked': Tharoor's scathing reaction to India's England humiliation

England secured an emphatic three-nil series victory over India in the T20I matches. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor expressed his profound disappointment and speechlessness following the defeat. Captain Shreyas Iyer acknowledged the team's shortcomings in all aspects of the game. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate admitted India's underperformance in foreign conditions.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 11:55 am

Gautam Gambhir's Job In Trouble After India's T20I Series Loss Against England? Report Says This

The Indian men's cricket team's T20I series defeat against England, following the loss in the fourth match in Bristol, has prompted a performance review.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 11:52 am

'It's really going badly': Ryan ten Doeschate puts onus on India's players to have the mindset to ....

India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate expressed disappointment with the team's overseas T20I results. The team has now lost consecutive bilateral T20I series against England and Ireland. Ten Doeschate emphasised the need for players to accept underachievement in foreign conditions. He urged the squad to focus on excelling in challenging overseas environments for future tournaments. India aims to avoid a whitewash in the final T20I against England.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 11:49 am

'Definitely a handball': Morocco coach questions Mbapp goal as VAR no-show sparks debate

Morocco's coach questioned a handball in Kylian Mbapp's goal during their World Cup quarter-final loss. He admitted France deserved their victory after a difficult first half for his team. Morocco struggled with possession transitions and lacked creativity against the strong French side. Despite the defeat, the coach believes his team is closing the gap on elite nations.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 11:13 am

Australia To Host An IPL Game? Report Makes Explosive 'Private Talks' Claim

An Indian Premier League (IPL) match could soon be played in Australia if BCCI ends up accepting the invitation, while Cricket Australia is looking to make the planned Big Bash League opener in Chennai an annual affair, according to a report.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 11:06 am

From Gujarat To Centre Court: The Indian Link Behind Wimbledon's Iconic Towels

Wimbledon 2026 is nearing its conclusion, and fans are eagerly waiting to see who will lift the coveted Grand Slam titles.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 10:55 am

Tromp, Fletcher and Russell lift LAKR to No. 3

Narine's 1 for 14 in four overs and Russell's two blows in an over restricted Washington Freedom

Espn CricInfo 10 Jul 2026 10:53 am

MLC: Sunil Narine's masterclass helps Knight Riders beat Freedom

Los Angeles Knight Riders secured an eighteen-run victory over Washington Freedom in Dallas. Andre Fletcher and Matthew Tromp scored half-centuries to power their team's total. Sunil Narine's economical bowling spell proved crucial in restricting the opposition's chase. Narine's performance earned him the Player of the Match award for his efforts. The Knight Riders now move to third place in the league standings.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 10:38 am

PM Modi and Australian PM Albanese release Sports Collaboration Roadmap

As per the roadmap, an India-Australia Youth Sports Festival will also be organised

The Hindu Businessline 10 Jul 2026 10:29 am

FIFA World Cup 2026: Erling Haaland Reacts To Kylian Mbappe Penalty Delay Against Morocco, Gives Blunt Verdict

France comfortably defeated Morocco 2-0 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal clash to continue their brilliant run in the competition.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 10:13 am

Watch: Morocco fans clash with police in London; Paris stays calm after France win

Morocco's World Cup journey concluded with a loss to France, leading to significant fan disturbances in London. Riots erupted on Edgware Road, with police confronting crowds throwing projectiles. Paris experienced largely peaceful celebrations despite initial concerns about potential unrest. Earlier, Moroccan supporters clashed with police in The Hague after a Round-of-16 victory.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 10:12 am

Big Bash League to open 2026 season with match in Chennai

PM Albanese announced with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the final day of his three-day visit to Australia.

The Hindu 10 Jul 2026 9:50 am

Norway's 'Viking Row' Fever Reaches India, Ambassador Celebrates World Cup Run

Norway's Ambassador to India, May-Elin Stener, led the viral 'Viking Row' celebration at the Royal Norwegian Embassy in New Delhi on Thursday.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 9:47 am

FIFA World Cup 2026: Mbapp, Dembl send France into semi-finals

Guwahati: France booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals with a 2-0 victory over Morocco in the quarter-finals, powered by second-half goals from Kylian Mbapp and Ousmane Dembl. After missing a first-half penalty, Mbapp broke the deadlock in the 60th minute with a curling strike from the edge of the box. Dembl [] The post FIFA World Cup 2026: Mbapp, Dembl send France into semi-finals appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 10 Jul 2026 9:42 am

Watch: Dejected Sooryavanshi walks off even before catch; reaction goes viral

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi faced disappointment after his dismissal in the fourth T20I match. He scored low scores in his first three international matches. Jofra Archer troubled the young batter with short-pitched bowling. Sooryavanshi came with high expectations after a sensational IPL and U-19 World Cup. India trails England three-nil in the ongoing five-match series.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 9:37 am

I've Been Saying He Should Be Dropped: India's Star Batter Labelled Clueless By 1983 World Cup Winner

Former India cricketer Krishnamachari Srikkanth blasted India's T20I vice-captain Tilak Varma for his poor showing in the tour of Ireland and England.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 9:11 am

Bruno Fernandes Breaks Silence On Portugal's World Cup Exit, Sends Big Message To Cristiano Ronaldo And Co

Portugal and Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes expressed his disappointment and frustration after his side's World Cup exit, admitting the team's quality and strong bond had raised expectations.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 9:06 am

Mustafizur Rahman ruled out for four weeks with hamstring and knee injuries

He has been ruled out of the remainder of Bangladesh's tour of Zimbabwe

Espn CricInfo 10 Jul 2026 8:56 am

Grimmond replaces injured Henry in West Indies squad for Ireland ODIs

The three-match series in Ireland is West Indies' third of the 2025-29 Women's Championship

Espn CricInfo 10 Jul 2026 8:56 am

FIFA makes major VAR change for remainder of World Cup after teams raise complaints

FIFA has changed its VAR operations for the remainder of the 2026 World Cup, placing backup VAR officials inside stadiums after growing criticism over refereeing decisions during the knockout stages. The new system keeps Dallas as the central hub while adding on-site support to prevent technical disruptions. FIFA insists the move aims to improve reliability, not influence match decisions.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 8:53 am

Unbeaten Spain Meets Star-Powered Belgium In FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals

Spain hasn't lost and hasn't even conceded a single goal at this year's World Cup. La Roja is unbeaten in 36 straight competitive matches since March 2023.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 8:48 am

Could Do Little Better: France's Ousmane Dembele's Honest Remark Despite Win vs Morocco

Ousmane Dembele expressed his delight after scoring and helping France reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals, saying he is gaining confidence and momentum as the tournament progresses.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 8:37 am

Explained: Why Mbappe's penalty was delayed by more than three minutes against Morocco

Kylian Mbappe's penalty was delayed for over three minutes by a VAR review. The France captain's initial penalty attempt was then comfortably saved by the goalkeeper. Despite the missed opportunity, Mbappe scored France's opening goal in the second half. He also assisted Ousmane Dembele for the second goal in their victory. This win secured France's place in the World Cup semifinals for a third consecutive time.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 8:31 am

Ahead Of Belgium Clash, Spain Coach Luis De La Fuente Gives Big Lamine Yamal Warning

The best of Lamine Yamal is yet to come at this World Cup, Spain coach Luis de la Fuente warned, ahead of Friday's quarter-final clash with Belgium in Los Angeles.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 8:29 am

Morocco's FIFA World Cup Loss vs France Leaves Fans Disappointed

The vuvuzelas finally fell quiet in Morocco on Thursday as the only African team left in the World Cup came up against the insurmountable hurdle of France and Kylian Mbappe.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 8:26 am

Big Bash League In Chennai: Teams Announced For 'Overseas' Season Opener

The opening match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2026-27 will take place in Chennai, with the Melbourne Renegades taking on the Perth Scorchers at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on December 12.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 8:17 am

South Africa Coach Hugo Broos Confirms Retirement After Horrific FIFA World Cup Exit

South Africa coach Hugo Broos confirmed that he will step away from full-time coaching, saying the decision is irreversible after the country reached the World Cup knockout stages for the first time.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 8:17 am

Coach Didier Deschamps Launches Big Praise For Kylian Mbappe After France Reach Semi-Final

France coach Didier Deschamps paid tribute to forward Kylian Mbappe after he scored his eighth goal of the World Cup to fire Les Bleus into the semi-finals on Thursday.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 8:09 am

They Are A Great Team: Morocco Head Coach's Big Praise For France After World Cup Exit

Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi admitted his side was disappointed with the defeat, acknowledging that France dominated the first half of the quarter-finals through superior possession.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 8:01 am

Chennai locked in to host Renegades vs Scorchers BBL opener

CA said they had interest from most clubs in being part of the fixture, and hope to sell out MA Chidambaram Stadium

Espn CricInfo 10 Jul 2026 7:45 am

FIFA WC: Mbappe steal spotlight as France sail into semi-final

Foxborough: Kylian Mbappe overcame a first-half penalty miss to lead France into a third successive FIFA World Cup semi-final, beating Morocco 2-0 in the last-16 here at the Boston Stadium. Mbappe recovered from a first-half penalty miss to score his eighth goal of the FIFA World Cup 2026, before setting up Ousmane Dembele for his Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 10 Jul 2026 7:44 am

Mbapp vs Messi: Why France star leads Golden Boot race despite being level on goals

Kylian Mbapp has moved ahead of Lionel Messi in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Golden Boot race despite both stars being level on eight goals. FIFAs tiebreaker rules favour Mbapp due to his three assists compared to Messis one. With Erling Haaland and Harry Kane still in contention, the battle for the tournaments top scorer remains wide open.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 7:44 am

Only 4 players in 60 years! Mbappe joins Messi with rare FIFA World Cup feat

Kylian Mbappe achieved a rare FIFA World Cup feat by scoring and assisting against Morocco. He joined Lionel Messi in an exclusive club after a remarkable all-round performance. Mbappe recovered from a missed penalty to score his eighth goal of the tournament. He also provided an assist for Ousmane Dembele's crucial second goal. France advanced to the semifinals, continuing their title defense in the competition.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 7:38 am

Shreyas Iyer's 'Transition' Verdict After England Hand India Back-To-Back Series Losses

Shreyas Iyer top-scored with an unbeaten 80 to help India post 158 for 7, a total that was blown away by England, who raced home in just 13.5 overs.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 7:01 am

'Happy with my performance, but...': Shreyas Iyer reflects on defeat to England

England secured the T20I series with a commanding nine-wicket victory over India. Captain Shreyas Iyer acknowledged the team fell short in all aspects of the game. India posted 158/7 after recovering from an early top-order collapse. England chased down the target quickly thanks to a strong partnership. Iyer expressed disappointment despite his personal unbeaten knock.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 7:00 am

Kylian Mbappe Rewrites FIFA World Cup Record Books With Never-Seen-Before Feat

The goal not only took Kylian Mbappe past Lionel Messi in the Golden Boot race but also earned him a place in the World Cup record books.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 6:50 am

Redrawing Telanganas cricket map

For years, the States cricket story was largely confined to Hyderabad. The inaugural TG20, its first franchise-based T20 league, is beginning to change that by offering district cricketers a platform to showcase their talent before fans, selectors and IPL scouts alike.Anirudh Velamuriexplores how the tournament is opening new doors beyond the capital

The Hindu 10 Jul 2026 6:49 am

France Star Kylian Mbappe Suffers Big Injury Scare, Provides Big Update

Kylian Mbappe was unable to see out the game and was replaced by Jean-Philippe Mateta 13 minutes before the end of regulation time.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 6:48 am

FIFA World Cup 2026 | Yamal's best 'yet to come,' warns Spain coach

Teen sensation Yamal powered Spain to glory at the European Championships two years ago, but has yet to fully shine at a World Cup where other marquee names like Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland are banging in goals.

The Hindu 10 Jul 2026 6:42 am

MMAA to host 1st Manipur Athletics Relay C'ship

The Manipur Masters Athletics Association MMAA is set to host the first edition of the Manipur Athletics Relay Championship 2026 on July 18 at SAI NERC, Takyel The championship will see male and female athletes in various categories include U16 boys and girls compete for top honours in 4x100, 4x400, 4x1200 relay events, said MMAA in a press statement Intending athletes may register themselves for the competition till July 14, it said Registration forms can be submitted at the office of the association at Khuman Lampak from 7 30 am to 8 30 am, it said Further details can be had from the office of the association Source The Sangai Express

E-Pao 10 Jul 2026 6:36 am

State Level Subroto Cup Stage set for U17 Girls' semis

The semi final line of the U17 Girls' competition in the State Level Subroto Mukerjee Football Tournament has been completed today with Langjing High School overwhelming St Peter's Hr Secondary School 16 0 at Langjing Achouba Football Turf Ground Group A winners Langjing High School who are representing Imphal West district are all set to play Group B runners up Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya of Chandel district in the first semi final match while Group B winners Meitei Mayek High School, Imphal East district will lock horns with Group A runners up Chil Chil Asian Mission School, Kangpokpi br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 07 Subroto 20260710 jpg border 1 alt State Level Subroto Cup Stage set for U17 Girls' semis td tr tr td align center State Level Subroto Cup Stage set for U17 Girls' semis td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br In the final Group A match, Langjing High School rode on Rimchuila's masterclass to crush St Peter's Hr Secondary School 16 0 today Rimchuila toyed around their rivals' defense set up to score 8 goals alone in this lopsided encounter as Th Shirlie Chanu 13', 14' , Lamnganbi 31', 40' , K Miraluxmi 39', 46' contributed two goals apiece and M Narmada 9' and N Luxmi 45' netted a goal apiece In the final Group B match, Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya beat Iramdam Maheikol of Kakching district by 2 1 goals to seal their place in the semi finals Charanga TN 23' and Charanga Maring 47' scored to help the Chandel school seal the 2 1 comeback win over the Langmeidong school Iramdam Maheikol after K Rosaline found the opener for the latter team in the 19th minute B U17 Boys B br br The day also saw CT Hr Secondary School, Imphal West district and AG Memorial Academy, Thoubal post contrasting wins to boost their knock out round hopes In the Group A encounter, Th Roshan scored a first half brace 19', 28' to hand CT Hr Secondary School a 2 1 win over St Peter's Hr Secondary School, Chandel Shilshi Monosh scored the consolation goal for the Chandel team in the 60th minute Later in the Group B match, AG Memorial Academy romped to an 8 0 win over Kakching Hr Secondary School, Kakching district thanks to trebles from Yoyo Sagolsem 10', 26', 31' and Kh Mohandsome 64', 70', 70 2' Competition Oinam 55' and Senjam Victor 70 4' were also on target for the winners in this lop sided encounter Source The Sangai Express

E-Pao 10 Jul 2026 6:36 am

1st Bishnupur District Olympic Games NYVA, SEWA, SUWC confirm men's volleyball semi final berths

NYVA, Naorem SEWA, Nachou and SUWC, Irengbam are assured of semi final berths in the 1st Bishnupur District Olympic Games Volleyball following their first day performances at Nachou Volleyball ground today In the 6 team tournament, NYVA and SEWA posted first game wins in the Group A league competition to confirm their places in the semi finals as SUWC posted two of two wins to top Group B br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 07 Bishnupur 20260710 jpg border 1 alt 1st Bishnupur District Olympic Games td tr tr td align center 1st Bishnupur District Olympic Games td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br In the opening match, NYVA beat KSA, Irengbam in straight sets 25 18, 25 20, 25 22 before SUWC opened their winning account by edging past YPC, Ishok 25 21, 19025, 26 24, 17 25, 15 11 in a see saw affair SEWA then shut the door for KSA completely by handing a 3 1 sets defeat 25 18, 13 25, 25 15, 25 21 in the second Group A match Later in the fourth match, SUWC beat BYCL 25 20, 21 25, 25 17, 25 20 to complete the league stage sweep and topped the group SEWA and NYVA will fight it out for the pole position in the last Group A match tomorrow while YPC and BYCL will square off against one another for the remaining semi final berth for Group B B Sepaktakraw competition commences B br br The second day of the games also saw commencement of the Sepaktakraw competition at Kumbi Kangjeibung As many as 8 teams are competing in the event The opening day of the event that will run till July 11 witnessed KIYDO register three successive victories KIYDO opened the winning account by defeating SKC 15 5, 15 9 before beating AKSTA 15 11, 10 15, 15 10 for the second win and NEYA 15 9, 15 8 for the third win AKSTA meanwhile earned two victories in three matches They sealed their first win by handing TYC a 15 4, 15 5 defeat before easing past SKC 15 2, 15 2 They however suffered a 1 2 loss to KIYDO in their third encounter In the other actions of the day, NEYA beat SYC 15 9, 15 10 SKC beat SAM 15 8, 8 15, 15 13, and KLADO beat TYC 15 3, 14 17, 15 11 B Football Bishnupur AC crush Nambol AC 4 0 B br br In the men's football competition, Bishnupur AC opened their Group A league campaign with a dominating 4 0 win over Nambol AC S Johnson Singh netted a treble 1', 25', 87' to guide Bishnupur AC to a 4 0 win over Nambol AC Borish Singh scored the other goal for the team in the 50th minute Later in the second Group B match, Moirang AC played out a 1 1 draw with Kumbi AC Kumbi AC, who played out a 3 3 draw with Oinam AC yesterday in the opening game, were first to strike in the 8th minute courtesy of Haorongbam Kumarjit K Udanta Singh however put Moirang AC on level terms with a fine finish in the 30th minute The two sides remained unseparated till the final whistle despite chances on both the ends in the remainder of the game B Other events B br br Other events of the district games also began today at different venues The Table Tennis competition of the games was kicked off at M Manindra Indoor Stadium, Moirang Kokilbon Badminton at Ningthoukhong Indoor Stadium Boxing at SAI Complex Utlou Wushu at Thanga, Chingningthou Community Hall Wrestling at SAI Complex, Utlou Kabaddi at Moirang Khunou Kabaddi Ground Jeet Kune Do at Khoiriphaba Indoor Stadium, Nambol Kho Kho at Kumbi Kangjeibung Weightlifting at SAI, Complex, Utlou Rowing, Canoeing and Kayaking at Takmu Water Sports Complex Gymnastics at Ngaikhong Khullen Community Hall Source The Sangai Express

E-Pao 10 Jul 2026 6:36 am

India lose back-to-back bilateral T20I series for first time since 2019

England secured their first bilateral T20I series victory against India. Harry Brook's team achieved this landmark after a commanding nine-wicket win. This defeat marked India's first back-to-back series loss since early 2019. Brook and Phil Salt's unbeaten 146-run partnership powered the chase. England's clinical chase entered their own record books.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 6:30 am

Melbourne Renegades BBL team leave Marvel Stadium after 15 years

The MCG will become their official home venue although it's understood they will host two games at Junction Oval

Espn CricInfo 10 Jul 2026 5:24 am

India win five medals, including a gold, on Day 1 of Asian U-23 Athletics Championships

Besides a gold, the Indians added one silver and three bronze medals on the opening day of competitions.

The Hindu 10 Jul 2026 4:50 am

India assured of eight medals in U-19 women's category at Asian U-19 and U-23 boxing C'ships

Chandrika Bhoresh Pujari (51kg) delivered a dominant 5:0 victory over Kazakhstans Zhadyra Kaltay, while Joyshree Devi (54kg) registered a convincing 5:0 win against Kazakhstans Maral Tolepbergen

The Hindu 10 Jul 2026 4:42 am

Russia to take on World Athletics at CAS over ban

The IOC said individual sports could decide whether to allow the flag and anthem at their own events or stage competitions in Russia

The Hindu 10 Jul 2026 4:37 am

Kylian Mbappe hits eighth goal to equal Lionel Messi at top of FIFA World Cup Golden Boot standings

In a thrilling display, Kylian Mbappe leveled the Golden Boot race with Lionel Messi by netting a vital goal for France in their match against Morocco. This achievement not only puts Mbappe on the same footing as Messi in goals scored but also sees him surpassing Messi in assists during the tournament. The quest for Golden Boot glory continues, with several contenders in the mix.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 4:26 am

Disappointing day for Indian recurve archers

The mens team suffered a 0-6 defeat, while the womens side lost 2-6

The Hindu 10 Jul 2026 4:12 am

Mbapp magic and Dembl finish end Morocco's run as France cruise into another World Cup semi-final

France booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinals with a commanding 2-0 win over Morocco, powered by second-half goals from Kylian Mbapp and Ousmane Dembl. Despite Yassine Bounous penalty save and several crucial stops, Morocco could not withstand Frances relentless pressure. Les Bleus now head to Dallas, where they will face either Spain or Belgium in the semifinals.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 4:11 am

Sangram Singh Vows To Make India Proud Ahead Of Asia Champion Title Clash Against Pakistan's Abid Ali

Indian wrestling icon and undefeated mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter Sangram Singh exuded confidence ahead of his much-anticipated Asia Champion Title Fight against Pakistan's Abid Ali, at Kaulampur Malaysia on 19th of July.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 4:08 am

Kylian Mbappe, Ousmane Dembele Carry France To 3rd-Consecutive FIFA World Cup Semi-Final

Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele were on target as France surged past Morocco 2-0 to book their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals on Thursday.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 3:57 am

Brook targets England No.1 ranking after sealing series win

Captain surprised by progress but says score is fair reflection after strong run of form

Espn CricInfo 10 Jul 2026 3:34 am

Prabhsimran credits Yuvraj, Ponting for his improvement

He has been picked for the three T20Is in Zimbabwe as the second wicket-keeper batter in the side after Ishan Kishan, with Sanju Samson surprisingly left out of the squad.

The Hindu 10 Jul 2026 2:53 am

Keeping Erling Haaland Quiet Key: England Star Ahead Of World Cup Quarterfinal Clash

Keeping Erling Haaland quiet would be huge but the Norwegian juggernaut is not the only threat to England in their World Cup quarter-final, Manchester City teammate Nico O'Reilly said on Thursday.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 2:52 am

Why Kylian Mbappe's Penalty Take Was Delayed Against Morocco In FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals

France captain Kylian Mbappe failed to give his side a lead from the spot in the first half of their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final against Morocco in Boston.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 2:29 am

This hit-and-miss penalty technique can make the World Cup's best players look cool or silly

Nicknamed the paradinha, Portuguese for little stop, it was made famous by Pel and continued by a young Neymar when he was being hailed as an heir to the three-time World Cup winner

The Hindu 10 Jul 2026 2:23 am

Brook and Salt blow India away as England romp to series win

Shreyas scored an unbeaten 80 but didn't find support with Archer and Tongue among the wickets again

Espn CricInfo 10 Jul 2026 1:50 am

It is a big moment for all of us, says Harmanpreet on Womens Test at Lords

She would love to have more Tests for women. Since the last time the Indian women toured England for a Test, in 2021, they have played only five more

The Hindu 10 Jul 2026 1:45 am

Middlesex name Harrington as interim chief executive

Statement makes no mention of Andrew Cornish, who was placed on gardening leave in late 2025

Espn CricInfo 10 Jul 2026 1:36 am

Mbappe breaks another FIFA World Cup record as he becomes the youngest ever to make 20 appearances

Kylian Mbappe became the youngest player to reach twenty World Cup appearances. He achieved this milestone at twenty-seven years and two hundred one days old. Mbappe made his World Cup debut in 2018, helping France win the trophy. He also won the Golden Boot in Qatar 2022 with eight goals. Mbappe continues to break records and chase Messi's appearance total.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 1:32 am

FIFA Referees Accused Of 'Subconscious Bias' Amid Alan Shearer's Scathing Take On Argentina vs Egypt Row

FIFA World Cup is facing a very serious charge: Is it rigged to favour Argentina? The claims by fans stemmed from Egypt's 3-2 loss against Argentina

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 1:30 am

Brook's 79, Salt's 59 crush India as England seal T20I series with 9-wicket victory over India

England secured a dominant nine-wicket victory over India in the fourth T20I match. This emphatic win sealed the five-match series for England with an unassailable 3-0 lead. Captain Harry Brook and opener Phil Salt led the successful chase with a strong partnership. Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten 80 was the lone highlight for the Indian batting lineup. The hosts achieved the target with 37 balls remaining in the contest.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 1:26 am

17 Players At Risk Of Missing World Cup Semifinals Due To Suspension

In all, seventeen players head into the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals one yellow card away from suspension, with several title contenders at risk of losing key players for the semifinals.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 1:22 am

England Outplay India By Nine Wickets In 4th T20I To Register Historic Series Win

India continued their dismal run, suffering yet another defeat in the ongoing tour of England, going down by nine wickets in the fourth T20I to concede the five-match series.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 1:18 am

Karolina Muchova, Linda Noskova Set Up All-Czech Wimbledon Women's Singles Final

Karolina Muchova and Linda Noskova will put their friendship on hold when they fight for the Wimbledon title on Saturday after the Czech pair took contrasting paths to their first All England Club final.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 1:08 am

Coach Stale Solbakken Reacts After Rumours Of Erling Haaland's Norway Getting Affected By Flu

Amid reports of illness affecting the Norway camp ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final against England, coach Stale Solbakken has apparently allayed all concerns

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 12:34 am

Shreyas Iyer Creates History, Equals Virat Kohli's Record With Unbeaten 80 Against England In 4th T20I

India captain Shreyas Iyer etched his name into the record books during the fourth T20I against England in Bristol on Thursday, equalling a major feat held by Virat Kohli.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 12:34 am

Gambhirsfumbling and bungling India

Of all the failures that have liberally dotted the coachs brief tenure, the most chastening will be the 2-0 rout in Ireland, followed closely by 76 all out against England in Nottingham; several of Indias methods in the last couple of years have been steeped in madness that is all too visible

The Hindu 10 Jul 2026 12:34 am

England Star Banned For 2 Matches, Coach's Donald Trump Remark Goes Viral

Jarell Quansah's prolonged extension is the latest issue for Tuchel to contend with at right back.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 12:04 am

R Ashwin Cracks Hilarious Joke On India's 76 All-Out Against England. It Has A MS Dhoni Connection

R Ashwin cracked a hilarious MS Dhoni-related joke at the expense of the Indian cricket team after their humiliating 125-run loss against England in the third T20I encounter.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 12:03 am

From First Steps To Lasting Legacy: The Road To Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026

Every Commonwealth Games brings together athletes at different stages of their careers. Some arrive ready to make their mark, while others return with years of experience behind them.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:49 pm

Sports Ministry Cracks Down on Federations: 'No Freeloaders' For Asian Games And Commonwealth Games

As India finalises its squads for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, the message to national federations is blunt- they should not pick an inflated contingent, not do discretionary selections, basically they do not want passengers any more.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:43 pm

Ahmedabad Commonwealth Games To Feature 17 Sports, Set To Be Hosted At 60 Per Cent Lower Cost

Seventeen sports will feature at the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, which is set to be staged at around 60 per cent lower cost than previous editions as part of the Commonwealth Sport's revamped hosting model, CEO Katie Sadleir said.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:43 pm

Neeraj Chopra Included 'Conditionally' As Athletics Body Finalises 32-Member Squad For Commonwealth Games 2026

Among the headline names is Olympics and world champion Neeraj Chopra, whose inclusion remains subject to meeting selection requirements before the competition.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:42 pm

Davis Cup Skipper Rohit Rajpal To Be India's Chef De Mission At Commonwealth Games

India's Davis Cup captain Rohit Rajpal has been appointed as the country's Chef de Mission for the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, according to IOA sources.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:42 pm

2030 Commonwealth Games: Key Venues Such As SVP Complex Set For Completion By 2029

Sports complexes that are slated to host key events like aquatics and athletics during the 2030 Commonwealth Games here are well on course to be ready by 2029, local organisers said on Saturday.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:41 pm

Commonwealth Games Medalist Jwala Gutta Blasts India's Badminton System, Makes Big 'Padma Shri' Allegation

Former India doubles star Jwala Gutta has launched a sharp critique of the Indian badminton system, alleging monopolisation, favouritism and a lack of long-term vision in player development.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:41 pm

Sakshi Chaudhary's Weight Change Does The Trick, Seals Commonwealth Games And Asian Games Berth

For three days at the selection trials in Patiala, Sakshi Chaudhary boxed like someone with nothing left to lose.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:41 pm

'Super Special': Erling Haaland Opens Up On Facing England At World Cup

Erling Haaland said facing England, the land of his birth, in the World Cup quarter-finals is extra special as the aims to extend Norway's historic run into the last four.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:32 pm

Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi In Tears At Afghanistan Pacer Shapoor Zadran's Funeral

The funeral of former Afghanistan pacer Shapoor Zadran was held on Thursday, with members of the Afghanistan cricket fraternity paying their final respects.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:31 pm

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Walks Off Before Catch Is Completed, Frustrated Reaction Goes Viral

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was dismissed for 15 off 10 balls by Jofra Archer, with the dismissal marking his third low score for India in the series.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:05 pm

Sri Lanka U19 Beat India U19 By 1 Wicket In 3rd Youth ODI To Clinch Series 2-1

VK Vineeth's superb 131 went in vain as Sri Lanka recovered from early jolts to notch up a thrilling one-wicket win off the last ball in the third and final Youth ODI and clinch the three-match series 2-1 on Thursday.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 10:58 pm