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Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh: 'I am Terminator, Abhishek is Terminator 4, Vaibhav is Terminator 6'

Yuvraj Singh likened India's fearless batters to the Terminator franchise. He described himself as the original and Abhishek Sharma as Terminator four. Teenage batsman Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was called Terminator six by Yuvraj. Singh expressed his desire to mentor Sooryavanshi in the future. The former all-rounder sees a significant evolution in attacking batting.

The Economic Times 13 Jul 2026 1:50 pm

Hetmyer replaces injured Greaves for second and third NZ ODIs

Hetmyer had earlier been left out of their squad for the first three ODIs to allow him to complete his MLC stint

Espn CricInfo 13 Jul 2026 1:43 pm

'Actually sack those guys': Manjrekar's strong message after India's T20I drubbing

Former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar criticised India's T20I series loss to England. He stated sacking players or coaches would be an easy but ineffective solution. Manjrekar believes overseas conditions and IPL preparation are the real issues. He argued IPL batting conditions mask players' true abilities abroad. The focus should be on those creating favorable IPL batting environments.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 1:37 pm

Fleming steps down as CSK head coach

During his tenure, Fleming oversaw five IPL and two Champions League T20 titles

Espn CricInfo 13 Jul 2026 12:58 pm

CSK part ways with Stephen Fleming after 18-year association

Chennai: Chennai Super Kings on Monday, July 13, parted ways with long-serving head coach Stephen Fleming following open and honest discussions with the management of the five-time IPL champions who have missed playoffs for the past three seasons. Fleming first joined the team as a player in IPLs inaugural season in 2008 before becoming its 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 13 Jul 2026 12:52 pm

Moving ahead: CSK part ways with Fleming after honest discussions

Fleming first joined the team as a player in IPL's inaugural season in 2008 before becoming its head coach in 2009

The Hindu Businessline 13 Jul 2026 12:35 pm

Satwik-Chirag return to spearhead Indias campaign at Japan Open

The third-seeded duo, who pulled out of the Indonesia Open last month after Satwik aggravated a recurring shoulder injury, will be eager to resume from where they left off

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 12:30 pm

CSK parts ways with head coach Stephen Fleming

Fleming had been under fire in the last few years after CSK failed to qualify for the Playoffs in the last three seasons since its title-winning campaign in 2023

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 12:24 pm

'Terminator 6': Yuvraj gives Sooryavanshi a new nickname

Yuvraj Singh has given Vaibhav Sooryavanshi the nickname Terminator 6. He sees the young player as a serious talent with a bright future. Singh previously mentored Abhishek Sharma and wishes to guide Sooryavanshi too. Both players attended the Wimbledon men's singles final recently. Sooryavanshi expressed his excitement about learning from his idol Yuvraj.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 12:13 pm

Best is yet to come, says first woman Test centurion at Lords Yastika Bhatia

Bhatia struck 113 off 158 before India declared their second innings at the stroke of tea on day three, setting hosts England a massive 457-run target

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 11:59 am

CSK part ways with Fleming; Badani in fray to join set-up

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have ended Stephen Fleming's stint as head coach as the franchise reviews its cricket operations after two disappointing IPL seasons. Hemang Badani is in contention to join the set-up, while CSK's leadership is also evaluating trades, the coaching staff and the captaincy ahead of IPL 2027.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 11:47 am

Alcaraz 'Explosive', Djokovic 'Elastic': What Makes Jannik Sinner Special?

Jannik Sinner beat Alexander Zverev 6-7, 7-6, 6-3, 6-4 in the Wimbledon 2026 men's singles final. At the age of 24, Jannik Sinner has won 5 Grand Slam titles.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 11:39 am

First time in 36 years! Argentina, France, Spain, England set up historic semifinals

The FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinals showcase the top four ranked teams, a rare occurrence. Argentina will face England in a historic rivalry match after their quarterfinal wins. France and Spain meet in the other semifinal, continuing their competitive history. Both Messi and Mbapp are leading the Golden Boot race with eight goals. The final is scheduled for July 20 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 11:19 am

Drilled Daily For Months: Conor McGregor's Coach Shocked By UFC Icon's Knee Injury

Conor McGregor's UFC comeback ended in disappointment as his fight against Max Holloway in Las Vegas lasted just 69 seconds.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 11:08 am

FIFA World Cup: Oliver Kahn Picks 'Strongest' Team From Four Semifinalists. It's Not Argentina

Previewing the last four, Kahn described Spain vs France as one of the most fascinating tactical battles of the tournament, with Spain's possession-based approach coming up against France's devastating counter-attacking game.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 10:55 am

Pedro Neto went viral for playing with cleats cut off at the heels: Why do soccer players do this at games

In an innovative approach to enhance comfort and performance, professional footballers are altering their cleats by removing the heel section. This custom adjustment is particularly beneficial for those suffering from Haglund's syndrome, a painful condition affecting the Achilles tendon. Players like Pedro Neto have adopted this trend, showcasing how these changes help athletes alleviate discomfort and sustain their high-stakes careers on the pitch.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 10:54 am

Tromp, Munro power LAKR into second, set up playoff date with Unicorns

TSK's fifth successive defeat consigned them to sixth place

Espn CricInfo 13 Jul 2026 10:49 am

Look whos at the FIFA World Cup party!

In an ocean of jersey-clad football fans all showing up for the FIFA World Cup, even celebrities become camouflage. Well, except some. Meet these eye-catching animal stars who turned up the global football party with their irresistible charm.

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 10:42 am

'This is who...': Gardner's estranged wife names Aus teammate in cheating allegation

Australian cricket vice-captain Ashleigh Gardner faces controversy after her estranged wife made infidelity claims. Monica Wright publicly accused Gardner of cheating and named teammate Georgia Voll. The marriage reportedly deteriorated quickly after their wedding in April 2025. Wright removed wedding photos from her social media. Neither Gardner nor Voll has publicly commented on the allegations.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 10:39 am

'We're going to put Messi to bed': Cole's warning before England vs Argentina semi-final

England and Argentina will meet in a 2026 World Cup semifinal match. Former England player Joe Cole believes his nation can stop Lionel Messi. Both teams have battled hard to reach this crucial semifinal stage. Argentina are the defending champions and seek consecutive World Cup titles. This highly anticipated match will occur at Atlanta Stadium.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 10:34 am

Jannik Sinner: The Quiet Man Of Tennis Moving Up The Ladder Of Greats

Sinner says he does not follow a strict routine unlike many other players and is aware there is no guarantee his dominance will continue.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 10:23 am

Not Gautam Gambhir Or Shreyas Iyer: Sanjay Manjrekar Pinpoints Who Should Be Sacked After India's 0-4 T20I Loss

Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar made it clear that the BCCI should not take the easy route of sacking Gautam Gambhir or Shreyas Iyer.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 9:59 am

Gous and Ravindra lead Washington Freedom's charge

Pooran struck 86 off 44 but found little support from the other MINY batters as Freedom moved to second on the points table

Espn CricInfo 13 Jul 2026 9:53 am

We'll Put Lionel Messi To Bed: Ex England Star Fires World Cup Semifinal Warning To Argentina

Argentina are the reigning World Champions having triumphed in Qatar four years ago, which was their third World Cup triumph and first in 36 years. But, Cole believes that the South American side will be thwarted by England attacking strength.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 9:50 am

Is 2026 World Cup Rigged? What VAR Data Actually Says About Lionel Messi's Argentina

Argentina seems to be the most favoured team in the FIFA World Cup 2026 as far as VAR decisions go, but the actual data paints a slightly different picture.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 9:36 am

It's curtains for Bazball: England sack Brendon McCullum as Test coach

Brendon McCullum has been dismissed as England's Test coach after four years. He will continue his role with the white-ball teams, as announced by the ECB. This decision follows a difficult period including Ashes humiliation and recent defeats. The aggressive 'Bazball' approach initiated by McCullum and Ben Stokes is now officially over. The ECB aims for an Ashes victory at home next summer with this change.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 9:31 am

What to know about new rules and technology behind FIFA World Cup's most contentious calls

The sending off of Switzerlands Breel Embolo in Saturdays quarterfinal game against Argentina was the latest call that may have left fans scratching their heads, not least because of the confusing name of the newly implemented law that swung the match

The Hindu Businessline 13 Jul 2026 9:19 am

Dempo Goa Challengers Defeat Ahmedabad APL Pipers; Prithika Pavade Powers Pune Victory Against UP

Sixteen-year-old Syndrela Das produced one of the biggest upsets in Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) stunning World No. 52 and Indian stalwart Manika Batra in straight games as two-time champions Dempo Goa Challengers overcame Ahmedabad APL Pipers.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 9:07 am

FIFA World Cup: Argentina scrape through, but worry lines emerge

Argentina secured a tense victory against Switzerland in their quarterfinal match. Julian Alvarez scored a crucial goal deep into extra time for Argentina. The Swiss team faced a setback after Embolo's expulsion for simulation. Argentina will now face England in a historically significant semifinal clash. This match carries the weight of past encounters and a desire for revenge.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 8:41 am

Sachin Tendulkar Drops Unmissable Post As Jannik Sinner Clinches Wimbledon 2026 Title

Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar congratulated Jannik Sinner on successfully defending his Wimbledon men's singles title.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 8:19 am

Rohit Sharma undertakes match-simulation in nets ahead of ODI series opener

Rohit Sharma put in an extensive match-simulation batting session during India's training at Edgbaston ahead of the first ODI against England, while Virat Kohli sharpened his game against both pace and spin before sharing valuable insights with young pacer Gurnoor Brar as preparations gathered momentum.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 8:15 am

Lamine Yamal Aims To Steal Kylian Mbappe's World Cup Thunder In Semi-Final Showdown

Lamine Yamal is hoping to emulate Kylian Mbappe by winning the World Cup as a teenager, but first his Spain side will have to get the better of France and their superstar captain in Tuesday's semi-final.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 7:52 am

Inside World Cup's Biggest Controversy: Only 1 Of 18 FIFA Officials Cleared USA's Red Card

Only one of FIFA's 18 disciplinary committee members, chairman Mohammad Al-Kamali, decided to suspend USA striker Folarin Balogun's ban, bypassing usual panel procedures.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 7:49 am

Alexander Zverev Vows To Chase Down Wimbledon Winner Jannik Sinner In Trophy Charge

Alexander Zverev insisted he can surpass Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz as the preeminent force in tennis despite his painful loss in Sunday's Wimbledon final.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 7:39 am

Why Zverev told Sinner, 'I don't really like you anymore'

Jannik Sinner secured his second consecutive Wimbledon title after defeating Alexander Zverev in the final. Zverev humorously acknowledged his losing streak against Sinner during the trophy ceremony. Sinner's victory marked his fifth Grand Slam title and a strong comeback performance. Despite his loss, Zverev will ascend to world number two in the rankings. Carlos Alcaraz dropped in rankings due to injury absence from tournaments.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 7:32 am

Five classic France v Spain Clashes Before World Cup Semi-Final

France and Spain will meet in a heavyweight World Cup semi-final showdown on Tuesday, with Les Bleus bidding to reach a third straight final.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 7:27 am

Will Talk Until We Are Dead: Norway Coach Adds To Post-Match Controversy After England Loss

Norway manager Stale Solbakken raised further questions over England's equalising goal in their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final clash.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 7:09 am

Carlos Alcaraz Congratulates Jannik Sinner After Wimbledon Title Win

Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz congratulated World No. 1 Jannik Sinner after the Italian successfully defended his Wimbledon men's singles title.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 7:06 am

FIFA Admits 64-Team World Cup Plan To Be Assessed. Would India Qualify?

After the success of the 48-team World Cup, FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed plans to potentially expand the tournament to 64 teams.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 7:05 am

Jannik Sinner Enters Elite List Of Player After Wimbledon 2026 Triumph

Jannik Sinner joins an elite list featuring Novak Djokovic, Stan Wawrinka, Marin Cilic, Alexander Zverev, Gael Monfils, Kei Nishikori and Grigor Dimitrov.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 7:00 am

'Jaldi jaldi me jo mila ... ': Sooryavanshi reveals Abhishek arranged his Wimbledon outfit

Teenage Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi attended the Wimbledon men's singles final. He watched Jannik Sinner win his second Wimbledon title against Alexander Zverev. Sooryavanshi, who recently debuted for India, was dressed formally for the occasion. He admitted his outfit was arranged quickly in the last minute. Several other Indian cricketers were also present at the prestigious event.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 6:56 am

Imagine Indian Batters Without IPL Makeup: Sanjay Manjrekar Tells Ajit Agarkar, Gautam Gambhir

The defending champions endured a forgettable tour, losing 0-2 to Ireland before suffering a 0-4 drubbing at the hands of England in the five-match T20I series, with the opening match being washed out.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 6:42 am

Rahul Dravid A Candidate For England Test Coach's Job, Report Reveals India Great's Stance

Indian great Rahul Dravid has emerged as one of the contenders to succeed Brendon McCullum as England's Test coach after the New Zealander was removed following the team's disappointing run in the longest format.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 6:32 am

Wimbledon 2026: Jannik Sinner defends title with win over Alexander Zverev

With another Wimbledon title, Jannik Sinner joined an elite list of champions to successfully defend the mens singles crown

The Hindu Businessline 13 Jul 2026 6:32 am

Tech billionaire Vinod Khosla to acquire Seattle Seahawks in $9.6 billion deal

The Seattle Seahawks reported $9.6-billion sale to Vinod Khosla underscores the soaring value of premium global sports franchises

The Hindu Businessline 13 Jul 2026 6:25 am

We Got Carried Away By Media Hype: Ex-India Star On Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's International Debut

As Vaibhav Sooryavanshi returned with scores of 14, 13 and 15 in three games, Team India decided to exclude him from the fifth and final T20I against England.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 6:17 am

Egypt Star, Who Said World Cup Is Fixed For Argentina, Makes Massive Confession On Lionel Messi

Mostafa Ziko was one of the top performers for The Pharaohs, registering two goals and an assist in five matches.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 6:15 am

Potential World Cup expansion to 64 teams to be discussed after 2026 edition: FIFA President Infantino

FIFA will examine the issue in committees after this World Cup; longer tournaments and logistics could limit the number of potential hosts

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 5:23 am

State Level Subroto Cup 2026 Meitei Mayek HS rout Langjing HS 5 0 enroute to U17 Girls' title

Meitei Mayek High School of Imphal East district notched up a dominating 5 0 win over Langjing High School, Imphal West to seal the U17 Girls 8217 title at the State Level Subroto Mukerjee Football Tournament organised by the Department of Youth Affairs and Sports at Langjing Achouba football turf 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 20260713 jpg border 1 alt State Level Subroto Cup 2026 Meitei Mayek HS td tr tr td align center State Level Subroto Cup 2026 Meitei Mayek HS td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br H Victoria shone with a treble 40 8217 , 50 8217 , 52 8217 as Th Martina netted twice 6 8217 , 60 8217 to complete the 5 0 demolition of Langjing High School today Source The Sangai Express

E-Pao 13 Jul 2026 5:00 am

UTA take healthy lead with 35 medals including 9 gold

UTA scored 2 gold, 4 silver and 8 bronze medals on day 2 to amass 35 medals 9 gold, 12 silver and 14 bronze take a healthy lead in the 19th Governor's Cup Taekwondo being underway at Khuman Lampak Indoor Stadium TTS Nambol are second in the medal tally on 5 gold, 2 silver and 2 bronze medals as NSA are third on 3 gold and 3 bronze medals UTA's L Aleevia bagged the first gold medal for the unit in the junior girls' 63 kg category competition by defeating LTA's Ksh Lingjel in the final bout before Abenao Takhellambam bagged the second gold medal in the junior girls' 68 kg category competition by defeating PTA's Wahengbam Deepali The day also saw Neha Das of NSA 42 kg , Mayengbam Telesia of ASTA 44 kg , Kongbrailatpam Sonia of KTA 46 kg , L Yaiphalembi of LTA and others win junior girls' titles Source The Sangai Express

E-Pao 13 Jul 2026 5:00 am

IE District Boxing Championship Nongada Boxing Academy crowned overall team champions

Nongada Boxing Academy NBA were crowned as the overall team champions of the 9th Imphal East District and 1st Master Boys and Girls Boxing Championship, 2026 The championship was jointly organised by the Imphal East District Amateur Boxing Association and Thongju Sporting Club, Thongju Part II from July 9 at Thongju Sporting Club's Complex 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 Boxing 20260713 jpg border 1 alt IE District Boxing Championship Nongada Boxing Academy crowned overall team champions td tr tr td align center IE District Boxing Championship Nongada Boxing Academy crowned overall team champions td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br NBA sealed the overall team title by securing the highest 69 points as National Sports Academy finished overall team runners up on 46 points The championship was formally closed in the presence of Prof Dr Khumukcham Tomba, Registrar NIT Leishangthem Ibomcha, Dronacharya Awardee in Boxing Arambam Dhaneshwor, Superintendent of Central Goods and Services Tax among others The final day of the championship saw M Nixon of RCC securing the Elite Men's 50 kg category gold without breaking a sweat as his opponent NG Jaichandra of NBA did not turn up NBA's K Thoungamba meanwhile earned the U 19 boys' 65 kg category title by defeating T Helion of RCC in the final as the 60 kg category title went to RCC's L Mangalsana who got the better of S Chinglemba of THSC via RSC in the second round In the U17 boys' 70 kg category final, MKRBF's Ph Vickson got the better of RCC's Ng Samson 5 0 via unanimous decision as 66 kg category title went to NSA's Kh Lanchenba who sealed an RSC win against THSC's Dhanabir in the third round Earlier in the day, NSA's Kh Anamika Chanu bagged the 52 kg category title for U 15 girls by overwhelming NBA's Th Inakhunbi 5 0 in the final bout Source The Sangai Express

E-Pao 13 Jul 2026 5:00 am

District Olympics vital for nurturing future champions Manipur Governor at 1st Bishnupur District Olympics closing

Governor of Manipur, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, today graced the closing ceremony of the 1st Bishnupur District Olympic Games 2026 at Chengei Lampak, Moirang, in Bishnupur district Organised by the District Administration, Bishnupur, and the Bishnupur District Olympic Association, the event aimed to nurture the true spirit of sports through the values of discipline, perseverance, teamwork, respect, and excellence 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 Olympics 20260713 jpg border 1 alt District Olympics vital for nurturing future champions Manipur Governor td tr tr td align center District Olympics vital for nurturing future champions Manipur Governor td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh Home Minister and Minister for Youth Affairs Sports Govindas Konthoujam MLAs Irengbam Nalini Devi, Thongam Shanti Singh, and Tongbram Robindro Singh Chief Secretary Dr Puneet Kumar Goel Deputy Commissioner and Superintendent of Police of Bishnupur district senior officials and members of the public attended the closing ceremony The ceremony featured vibrant cultural performances, the final sporting events, and a band display by a contingent of the Indian Army The Governor along with CM and MLAs distributed prizes and mementoes to the winners of the various sporting disciplines Addressing the gathering, the Governor stated that the 1 st Bishnupur District Olympic Games, 2026 had embodied the true spirit of sports by bringing together young athletes from across the district to compete in sixteen disciplines while promoting the values of discipline, perseverance, teamwork, and excellence He congratulated the athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers, and organisers for the successful conduct of the event He also highlighted Manipur's rich sporting legacy and acknowledged the achievements of distinguished athletes from Bishnupur, whose accomplishments continue to inspire the younger generation The Governor further emphasised that district level sporting events are vital for identifying and nurturing future champions, providing young athletes with opportunities to progress to the State, National, and international levels He noted that Thoubal had taken the lead by organising the first district level Olympic Games, while Bishnupur had successfully carried the initiative forward Expressing hope that the model would be replicated across all districts of Manipur, he said such grassroots initiatives would help ensure that no talented athlete is left undiscovered He also highlighted national initiatives such as Fit India, Khelo India, along with the role of the National Sports University and the North Eastern Council's High Level Sports Task Force in strengthening the region's sporting ecosystem Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh stated that the District Olympic Games would strengthen the spirit of healthy competition among athletes while providing a vital platform to identify and nurture emerging talent He said the initiative would play a significant role in helping sportspersons from the State raise their performance to national and international standards in their respective disciplines B Final Day Events B br br B Kho Kho B Kumbi Sandhong Upper Primary School KSUPS , Kumbi beat Phoijing Junior HS, Nambol by 19 points at Kumbi Kangjeibung to seal the women's Kho Kho title of the games Kumbi Kho Kho Association KKKA meanwhile lifted the men's title by defeating KSUPS by 9 points in the final today JNV Bishnupur finished third in the competition S Dinesh of KKKA was also adjudged best player of the men's competition B Wushu B RCC, YAS Bishnpur emerged as the overall champions of the Wushu competition with a haul of 12 gold, 7 silver and 9 bronze medals Wushu Training Academy, Nachou meanwhile finished overall runners up with 4 gold, 3 silver and 3 bronze medals B Boxing B Oinam AC consolidated pole position in the medal tally of Boxing competition by amassing 36 points off 6 gold, 8 silver and 2 bronze medals as Bishnupur AC finished second with 32 points off 6 gold, 6 silver and 2 bronze medals and Nambol AC finished third with 24 points off 5 gold, 3 silver and 3 bronze medals B Athletics B Nambol AC athletes delivered a strong performance to amass 8 gold, 3 silver and 4 bronze medals to top the Athletics tally as Kumbi AC picked 2 gold, 3 silver and 5 bronze medals to secure the second place B Football B Bishnupur AC were crowned men's football champions of the games Johnson took centre stage in Bishnupur AC's title win as he scored all four goals to overcome Oinam AC by 4 3 goals today at Mini Stadium Bishnupur Bishnupur AC enjoyed a 3 1 advantage as Johnson completed his hattrick within 12 minutes 2', 7', 12' before S Dhanachandra pulled back a goal in the 36th minute Johnson scored his fourth and the final goal in the 61st minute to make it 4 1 Oinam AC fought back bravely and reduced the deficit to 3 4 through H Poirengangba 75' and N Remson 90 2' but their efforts fell short as Bishnupur AC defence stood tall to deny their comeback effort Source The Sangai Express

E-Pao 13 Jul 2026 5:00 am

England vs Argentina, FIFA World Cup: Messi set for long-awaited first England clash in semifinal

The England clash will add another chapter to one of footballs most emotionally charged rivalries, shaped by decades of sporting drama and political tension

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 2:45 am

Irrepressible Jannik Sinner Outlasts Alexander Zverev To Win Second Straight Wimbledon Title

Jannik Sinner was at his clinical best as he successfully defended his Wimbledon title with a bruising four-set victory over French Open champion Alexander Zverev in Sunday's final.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 2:39 am

Anyone Who Wants A Beer, Can Have: Brendon McCullum Relaxes England's Alcohol Policy After 4-0 India Whitewash

England head coach Brendon McCullum said his players had earned the opportunity to celebrate after completing a 4-0 T20I series sweep over India, confirming that he would ease the team's recently introduced alcohol guidelines for one night.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 2:34 am

Won't Be Focusing On Lamine Yamal: France Star's Big Statement Ahead Of World Cup Semi-Final vs Spain

France centre-back Ibrahima Konate exuded confidence ahead of his side's FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final against Spain, saying Les Bleus cannot afford to fear any opponent.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 2:25 am

Smeed powers holders Somerset's late charge to knockouts

Domineering opening stand with Thomas Rew sets up thumping win over Worcestershire

Espn CricInfo 13 Jul 2026 2:21 am

Wimbledon Boys Champion Jordan Lee Is Inspired By A Footballer. It's Not Lionel Messi Or Cristiano Ronaldo

Jordan Lee revealed his Wimbledon boys final victory over Cruz Hewitt on Sunday was inspired by Spain World Cup star Lamine Yamal.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 2:19 am

Essex ride Critchley, Pepper efforts into Blast quarter-finals

Legspinner ties down Surrey with three-for before opener's unbeaten 71 seals points

Espn CricInfo 13 Jul 2026 1:57 am

Wimbledon final: Sinner outclasses Zverev to retain All England crown

The Italian becomes the fourth man in the last 25 years to defend his Wimbledon title after Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 1:36 am

Rahul Dravid among contenders for England Test coach's job after McCullum sacking: report

With the departure of Brendon McCullum after a series defeat against New Zealand, Rahul Dravid's name surfaces as a top candidate to take over as the England Test team coach. Known for his thorough approach to the game, Dravid is among the favorites alongside Andy Flower and Richard Dawson, as the England and Wales Cricket Board hopes for a successful shift in leadership prior to the Ashes next year.

The Economic Times 13 Jul 2026 12:51 am

Lyth, Tye keep Yorkshire rolling into quarter-finals

North Group winners Nottinghamshire fall well short in chase of 194

Espn CricInfo 13 Jul 2026 12:30 am

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi-Mania Hits Wimbledon, 15-Year-Old Star Reveals Favourite Tennis Player

Vaibhav Sooryavashi-mania hit the world of tennis on Sunday as India's 15-year-old cricket sensation attended the Wimbledon 2026 men's singles final between Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 12:21 am

Abdication of the throne the need for the India T20 team to hit refresh and rejig

Once they succumbed unexpectedly to Ireland, India became diffident, almost second-guessing themselves. They didnt play the conditions well enough, they left their smarts behind at home

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 12:06 am

Jennings steers Lancashire chase to keep knockout dreams alive

Durham hopes extinguished after they fail to defend 141 at Emirates Old Trafford

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 11:51 pm

Van Biljon, Rowles keep South Africa U19s in driving seat

England openers bat through to close after being set 386 to win in fourth innings

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 11:43 pm

Yastika Bhatia's Historic Century, Bowlers Put India On Cusp Of Lord's Test Win vs England

Wicketkeeper-batter Yastika Bhatia became the first woman to score a Test century at Lord's before India's bowlers tightened their grip on the historic one-off Women's Test against England on Sunday.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 11:43 pm

Yastika century, seamers put India on the brink of historic win at Lord's

Yastika Bhatia became the first woman to score a Test century at Lord's as India set England a target of 427, with one day of play left

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 11:39 pm

Gould backs Key to continue as England MD for 'long term' despite McCullum sacking

ECB chief executive says his role is 'one of most difficult in English sport' as post-Ashes fall-out continues

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 11:37 pm

England Told To 'Do Anything' As Nasser Hussain Backs This IPL Coach As Next Test Coach

Brendon McCullum will remain in charge of the white-ball set-up but England are now looking for both a new Test coach and captain ahead of next month's series with Pakistan.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 11:33 pm

Liberty Heap helps Essex pile them up for season-ending victory

Seamers impress as Somerset slip below visitors in final standings

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 11:32 pm

India on brink of historic Lord's Test victory after Bhatia's century

India Women are nearing a historic maiden Test victory at Lord's. Yastika Bhatia scored a record-breaking century, powering the team's strong performance. Indian bowlers then reduced England to 130/6 in their chase. Amy Jones and Mady Villiers offered some resistance for the hosts. India requires just four wickets to secure their landmark triumph.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 11:22 pm

Matthews, Taylor centuries seal dominant series win for West Indies

West Indies went 2-0 up in their series against Ireland in Bready, with one game left to play

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 11:17 pm

Smith, Hain turn the tables on Northants with unbeaten century stand

Warwickshire recover from depths of 49 for 5 to seal victory with ten balls to spare

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 10:54 pm

Brendon McCullum successor could job-share with IPL

We need to be progressive in these issues, ECB chief executive Gould said

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 10:53 pm

Fans go wild after spotting Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill | Exclusive Visuals

Fans go wild after spotting Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill | Exclusive Visuals

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 10:46 pm

Cartwright, Mayes light the blaze as Hampshire edge high-scoring thriller

Sussex total of 186 for 6 is hunted down with a ball to spare in entertaining clash at Hove

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 10:43 pm

Javed four, Donald 91 gives Madsen winning send-off

Falcons stalwart Wayne Madsen announces domestic T20 retirement before seven-wicket win

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 10:43 pm

UTT: Snehit does the star turn for Pune Jaguars

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The Hindu 12 Jul 2026 10:39 pm

Handling Of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi And Sanju Samson Far From Professional: Ex-India Star

In the recent T20I series against England, the shuffle in the opening combination of India became a talking point.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 10:34 pm

Zafar leads Middlesex defence after Hollman's late fireworks prove key

Bell-Drummond top-scores for Kent with 47 but can't prevent 14-run loss at Canterbury

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 10:30 pm

Carlson leads the carnage as Glamorgan win with club-record total

Gloucestershire unable to stay in touch in 50-run loss at Bristol

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 10:29 pm

Rs 80,740 Crore: Vinod Khosla's Massive NFL Purchase Stuns Sports World

An ownership group led by India-born billionaire Vinod Khosla has purchased the reigning Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks, the NFL team announced on Saturday.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 10:26 pm

Inside India's nets day 2: Kohli-Rohit lead the way | Gill, Bumrah fitness update

Inside India's nets day 2: Kohli-Rohit lead the way | Gill, Bumrah fitness update

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 10:02 pm