Test cricket dictates to you what is necessary; if you push too hard, it will bite you: Mark Butcher
The former England cricketer talks about how the Test format is greater than any idea anybody may have about how it should be played, why he compared Vaibhav Sooryavanshi with Garry Sobers and what went into the making of his epic 173 not out against Australia in 2001
Lees leads the way as Durham power to second straight win
Stokes continues powerful form with seven sixes in unbeaten 73
Mumbai-based Upstep Academy is advocating a structured, long-term approach to player development, treating young chess players as chess athletes through a training model that combines technical preparation, tournament planning, psychological conditioning and parental involvement.
AITA Trust and Anil Khanna back in focus ahead of EGM
Lovlina finds the missing piece of the puzzle
Ferran Torres delivered Spain's World Cup-winning goal, but his funniest post-tournament moment came during a royal reception when Princess Leonor reminded him of a pre-tournament promise to shave his head if Spain lifted the trophy. The Barcelona forward laughed off the question, while several other Spain stars still face unusual challenges after their historic triumph.
On hockey, humility and lessons that last: Rahul Dravid inspires youngsters
Patel vs Patel: Rishi upstages Ryan as Leicestershire see off Surrey
Hamza Shaikh also hits maiden List A ton as Foxes win at Guildford
Finch, Benjamin clinch Kent win over Northants
McSweeney runs, Chahal wickets not enough for Blast champions
Klopp issues stern warning over what would make him quit Germany role on day one
Jrgen Klopp has warned he will quit as Germany manager if his family becomes the target of public scrutiny, setting a clear boundary during his unveiling as national team coach. The former Liverpool boss takes charge until 2030 as he begins the task of rebuilding Germany following another disappointing FIFA World Cup campaign and Julian Nagelsmann's departure.
Why IOC won't investigate Infantino over Trump's role in Balogun red-card row
The International Olympic Committee will not investigate FIFA president Gianni Infantino. This decision stems from a complaint regarding Folarin Balogun's World Cup suspension reversal. The IOC stated it lacks jurisdiction over FIFA's internal governance matters. Norway's Football Federation will consider filing its own ethics complaint against Infantino. FIFA has not yet commented on the ethics complaints or its decision.
Indian fast bowler appointed Bihar DSP under 'Medal Lao Naukri Pao' policy
Trent Rockets ease to win after downing Birmingham Phoenix for 64
Phoenix equalled the second-lowest total in the women's Hundred in an Edgbaston blowout
Michael Hussey an ideal replacement for Stephen Fleming: Vidyut
New Season, Old Rivalry: East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan Kolkata Derby To Kickstart Durand Cup 2026
Indian Super League champions East Bengal and arch rivals Mohun Bagan Super Giant face each other to kickstart the Durand Cup football tournament and re-ignite the country's oldest rivalry on Saturday.
Lewis Hamilton has a chance to pile pressure on Kimi Antonelli and Mercedes as the Formula 1 title race heads to Hungary, and there were promising signs Friday as Ferrari seemed to have the pace in practice.
Argentina came from the brink in four successive knockout matches at the FIFA World Cup 2026, but not in the final
Joe Root Set To Return As England Test Captain After Ben Stokes' Retirement: Report
Joe Root is expected to return as England's Test captain, with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) close to naming him as Ben Stokes' successor following the latter's retirement from international cricket.
CWG 2026: Neeraj Chopra Set For Late-night Arrival In Glasgow
Two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra is set to arrive in Glasgow late on Friday night ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games
Argentina star behind throat-grab incident on Spain defender hints at retirement
Leandro Paredes has admitted he is unsure whether he will continue with Argentina after the heartbreaking 2026 FIFA World Cup final defeat to Spain. The midfielder's comments come as FIFA investigates his role in the chaotic post-match altercation, while several senior Argentina players, including Lionel Messi, face uncertainty over their international futures.
Robles stars as Goa Challengers enters final in style
India Beat South Africa In Lawn Bowls Women's Pairs, Notch Up Second Win On Trot
India beat South Africa in a dominant display to notch their second consecutive win in Lawn Bowls Women's Pairs event in the Commonwealth Games on Friday.
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De Caires outdoes his dad with 75 and six-for in Middlesex romp
Hampshire thrashed as Michael Atherton's son returns List A career-bests with bat and bowl
Lebron James To Play For Philadelphia 76ers, Says It Will Be His Last Destination
Lebron James is set to sign a modest $8-million, two-year contract with the 76ers, according to ESPN. He made nearly $53 million last season.
Singh on song as six-for leads Worcestershire win
Rapids start title defence with a win after scraping home in low-scoring game
Playing with Aldrin and Somesh made me realise I would be better off playing cricket: Dravid
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'Will treasure this': Jos Buttler reveals special gift from Rohit Sharma
Jos Buttler received a signed Team India jersey from Rohit Sharma. He expressed admiration for the Indian opener, calling him a favourite player. Rohit Sharma scored a century in the series decider at Lord's. He finished as India's leading run-scorer in the ODI series. Rohit Sharma remains one of cricket's greatest ODI batters.
Big news on Hardik Pandya's return: he's working hard; find out when he will return to the field.
Hardik Pandya: A major update has emerged regarding Hardik Pandya's return. He has begun preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup.Hardik PandyaHardik Pandya last played in IPL 2026 on May 24th, and it's been two months since. Team India has played several series since then, but Hardik has...
After Historic Rise, Sachin Siwach Ready For Commonwealth Games 2026
Boxer Sachin Siwach is set to begin his Commonwealth Games campaign in Glasgow, marking another milestone in a career that has established him as one of India's leading amateur boxers.
See You In Court: Raj Kundra Warns Rajasthan Royals Owner Manoj Badale, Questions Original IPL Bid
Former Rajasthan Royals (RR) co-owner Raj Kundra, husband of Bollywood actor Shilpa Shetty, has filed a petition alleging oppression and mismanagement against current RR co-owner Manoj Badale's Emerging Media Ventures (EMV).
Root and Trescothick could sub in as England Test captain and coach
ECB considering interim appointments for the Pakistan series next month
Viswanathan Anand Becomes FIDE Interim President As Russian Incumbent Included In EU Sanctions List
Five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand has taken over the interim presidency of the international chess federation (FIDE) after its incumbent president Arkady Dvorkovich stepped aside.
India Coach Reveals Change Behind Ravi Bishnoi's Improved Zimbabwe Show
Ravi Bishnoi's spell of 4-0-24-1 here on Thursday in the first T20I read far better than his 4-0-60-0 against England at Manchester earlier this month.
Manchester City And Spain Midfielder Rodri To Have Back Surgery After Winning FIFA World Cup
Rodri, who sustained an ACL damage in 2024 endured an injury disrupted campaign last season before winning the World Cup with Spain.
Pep Guardiola Turns Down Italy Coaching Role, Set For Managerial Break
Pep Guardiola has turned down an offer to become Italy's head coach, deciding to continue with his planned break from football despite the Italian Football Federation's efforts to convince him to lead the Azzurri into a new era.
Senegal Get CAS Date For Appeal To Regain AFCON Title Won In Chaotic Final Against Morocco
Senegal's appeal to regain the Africa Cup of Nations title it won in a chaotic final against host nation Morocco in January will be heard at sport's highest court on October 8.
'I'll work with him': Joshi reveals plans to develop Sooryavanshi's bowling
India's bowling coach Sunil Joshi wants attention on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's batting achievements. Sooryavanshi became the youngest player to score a T20I fifty against Zimbabwe. Joshi also advised patience with emerging all-rounder Suryansh Shedge. He highlighted the bowling depth within the Indian squad. Ravi Bishnoi's run-up adjustment has yielded positive results for the spinner.
Cricket Australia Floats Surprise Ashes Test In India Idea
CA chief executive Todd Greenberg, however, ruled out any immediate plan. Australia is preparing to the host the Big Bash Opener in Chennai in December.
CWG: India miss medal as Ashok Kumar finishes 4th in para powerlifting
Ashok came closest to a podium finish but narrowly missed out despite producing two successful lifts.
Sainyam wins ISSF World Cup silver medal in women's 10m air pistol
The 22-year-old from Chandigarh produced a steady performance in the final, scoring 243.4 to finish second in a strong field. She had qualified for the eight-woman final with a score of 579.
Sunil Joshi reveals India's bowling strategy before 2nd T20I
Sunil Joshi reveals India's bowling strategy before 2nd T20I
ED seizes Gameskraft assets worth 1,906 crore, lifting cumulative attachment value to 2,401 crore
The agency made these provisional attachments under the PMLA on July 22
From wrestling mats to Octagon: Why Tyrell Fortune believes his strongest weapon never changed
A decorated wrestler before entering mixed martial arts, Tyrell Fortune believes the qualities that shaped his career remain his biggest strength inside the UFC. Following a confidence-boosting debut on short notice, the American heavyweight heads into his second fight with a full training camp, convinced he belongs among the division's elite and determined to move another step closer to the title.
Middlesex sack chief executive Andrew Cornish after Cricket Regulator investigation
Cornish was charged with misconduct by the Regulator who have yet to announce their findings
West Indies pacer 'declines selection' for Pakistan Test series
Yeah, it is a big loss. Mr Joseph has declined selection. That's the reality of the situation, Sammy said at a press conference on the eve of the series opener.
Prokofiev, The Archer, Starzella and Sicyon impress
Encino bags the Atomic Prince Plate
PadelPark India, India's leading 360-Degree padel ecosystem and the company behind the Indian Padel Tour (IPT), today announces Mercedes-Benz India as the Title Partner of IPT for the 2026-27 season.
India name Chess Olympiad squads as Gukesh, Pragg, Vaishali lead title defence
Team India has announced formidable squads for the upcoming FIDE Chess Olympiad. Defending champions aim to retain both open and women's team titles. Prominent players like Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa will lead the men's team. Vaishali, a recent Women's Candidates winner, spearheads the women's lineup. Viswanathan Anand now serves as the interim FIDE president.
World Cup: Fulton feels underdog tag sits perfectly on India
The head coach says it is important not to look too far ahead; however, the South African, adds the team is geared up for the two big events the showpiece and Asian Games
India find winning ways again but Zimbabwe still pose a threat
Harare has presented difficult conditions for batting and will continue to do so on Saturday
Germany appoint Jrgen Klopp as coach after disastrous FIFA WC
Klopp has signed a contract that will keep him in charge through the 2030 World Cup. Speaking after the announcement in Frankfurt on Friday, he described the appointment as a big honor and suggested it could be the final coaching job of his career.
Fast-learning Sonny Baker shows another side to his game
He put away his trusted yorker to stick to a good length on a surface that offered plenty of assistance to seamers
Em Arlott to leave Warwickshire after signing three-year deal with Yorkshire
10-cap England seamer excited to play with Winfield-Hill and Jonassen at Headingley
Joe Root set to return as England captain, to lead till Ashes
England's search for a new Test captain following Ben Stokes' retirement from international cricket now appears set to end with Root returning to the role.
Swimmer Srihari Nataraj Qualifies For 50m Backstroke Semi-Finals At CWG 2026
Srihari Nataraj, a two-time Olympian who holds multiple national records, clocked 25.52 seconds alongside Bermuda's Jack Harvey, just about making the semifinal start list, which comprises the top 16 from heats.
'She didn't disclose her whereabouts': JFI chief confirms Tulika Maan's CWG withdrawal
Judoka Tulika Maan faces withdrawal from the Glasgow Games for whereabouts failures. This follows judoka Arun Kumar's disqualification after a failed dope test. Athletes must disclose their locations for random anti-doping agency testing. Hima Das and Parveen Hooda previously faced similar whereabouts rule violations. These incidents impact India's judo prospects at the upcoming sporting event.
India, Pakistan get direct quarterfinal entry in Asian Games cricket draw
Cricket is part of the Asiad schedule for a fourth time, having earlier featured in 2010 Guangzhou, 2014 Incheon, and 2023 Hangzhou Games
The Hundred begins! Inside English cricket's biggest summer tournament
The Hundred begins! Inside English cricket's biggest summer tournament
West Indies Star Declines Selection, Refuses To Play Against Pakistan
While announcing the squad for the series, Cricket West Indies said the star pacer was unavailable due to personal reasons, head coach Darren Sammy divulged more details on the subject.
5 Underdogs Who Could Spring Surprise In BWF World Championships 2026
As New Delhi prepares to host the BWF World Championships from August 17-23, a new generation of players will arrive eager to test themselves against the sport's biggest stars.
Exclusive: Tulika Maan provisionally suspended by NADA, set to miss Glasgow CWG
India's Commonwealth Games campaign has suffered a setback after Olympian and Birmingham 2022 silver medallist Tulika Maan was provisionally suspended by NADA for alleged whereabouts failures. The suspension rules her out of Glasgow 2026, with the heavyweight judoka facing anti-doping proceedings that could result in a ban of up to two years if upheld.
Revolt Against Suppression: Sanjay Manjrekar's Critical Post On NEET Protests
In a strongly-worded post on X (formerly Twitter), the former India star said use of force to stop the agitation will not yield results.
Jurgen Klopp Handed Task Of Reviving Germany's Football Fortunes
Jurgen Klopp was named as the new head coach of the German men's national football team on Friday, replacing Julian Nagelsmann who left after the team's disappointing World Cup.
PM Narendra Modi Conveys Best Wishes To Indian Contingent For Commonwealth Games 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday conveyed his best wishes to the Indian contingent participating in the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow.
Leaving Rajasthan Royals Huge Risk: Sanju Samson Ends Long Silence On CSK Move
Samson revealed that he was sure in his mind that 2025 was going to be his last season with RR and he wanted to start from zero by adjusting to a spin-friendly Chepauk wicket.
FIFA World Cup 2026 India's 'Most Watched' OTT Property During Final Week
According to the latest Ormax StreamView rankings, the tournament emerged as the most-watched OTT property in India, attracting an estimated 15 million viewers during the week of July 13-19
Petition To Replay FIFA World Cup Final Storms Internet, Spain Star Reacts
Spain star Pedro Porro was asked about the petition to replay the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Argentina.
India's Formula 1 push: Sports Ministry grants NSF status to motor-sport body FMSCI
India hosted F1 from 2011 to 2013 before the race was dropped from the calendar owing to taxation and financial reasons and hopes to host one by 2028
CWG 2026 Live: India in action across boxing, swimming, gymnastics and more
India's F1 push: Sports Ministry grants NSF status to motor-sport body FMSCI
The Sports Ministry has provisionally recognized the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India. This significant upgrade allows FMSCI to receive financial grants from the government. The body is now coordinating efforts to bring Formula 1 back to the country. A task force will assess challenges and benefits for hosting major motorsport events. India aims to host a Formula 1 race by the year 2028.
Historic first at Commonwealth Games as Braille medals debut in Glasgow
Glasgow 2026 will introduce historic medals with braille and tactile elements for visually impaired athletes. This innovation ensures a more inclusive experience for all competitors during the games. The medals feature a unique Reuleaux triangle shape inspired by Glasgow's coat of arms. Engraved patterns and textured finishes reflect local landmarks and Scottish heritage. This marks a significant step towards greater accessibility in the Commonwealth Games.
Cricket Australia open to hosting Ashes Test in India
England are scheduled to host the Ashes next year
Shreyas Iyer Questioned For Playing XI Call Despite Win vs Zimbabwe In 1st T20I
Shreyas Iyer registered his first victory as an international captain as India defeated Zimbabwe by seven wickets to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
'My best wishes to Indian contingent': PM Modi's message for India ahead of CWG 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished India's 124-member contingent success ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, expressing confidence in their passion and determination. India begins its campaign with bowls on Thursday before competing across eight sports and five para disciplines. Olympic champions Neeraj Chopra and Mirabai Chanu will lead India's medal hopes in athletics and weightlifting, respectively.
Luka Modric Signs Contract Extension With AC Milan
Luka Modric, who turns 41 in September, joined AC Milan last year after 13 seasons with Real Madrid.
Sammy sees 'some light coming through' for West Indies in Tests
Joshua Bishop has been really knocking at the doors every season and Kirk McKenzie is a really bright prospect for us, Sammy says of the replacements in the Test squad
Smaller Yet Spectacular: Glasgow 2026 Opens with Promise Of Fresh Start For CWG
The OVO Hydro turned into a kaleidoscope of music and Scottish pageantry as the 23rd Commonwealth Games opened with a vibrant indoor spectacle.
Asian Games 2026 Cricket Schedule Out, India vs Pakistan Possible Only On 'One Condition'
Interestingly, both India's men's and women's teams won gold medals at the Asian Games 2023 in Hangzhou, China, and will enter the tournament as defending champions.
'I am not taking it for granted': Sooryavanshi after breaking Sachin's record
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi achieved a record-breaking international half-century against Zimbabwe. This significant innings provided much-needed confidence for the young player. He became the youngest to score a fifty in men's international cricket. Sooryavanshi dedicated his milestone to his supportive family and coaches. India secured a seven-wicket victory in the opening T20I match.
India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka get direct entry into Asian Games knockouts
The men's competition will have ten teams and the women's competition will have eight sides and will start with the quarter-finals
Alzarri Joseph 'declined selection,' confirms Sammy
That is a decision that is way over my head, Daren Sammy says of Alzarri Joseph, a centrally contracted West Indies player
Ashes in India? Cricket Australia leaves door open for landmark 150th Test
Cricket Australia is open to staging the 150th anniversary Ashes Test in India. This reflects the growing importance of the Indian cricket market globally. The Big Bash League will also stage a match in Chennai this December. Hosting a marquee contest in India offers significant commercial opportunities. Scheduling challenges exist due to India's packed cricket calendar.
R Ashwin Compares Gautam Gambhir's System With Rahul Dravid's, Highlights Glaring Issues
R Ashwin explained Rahul Dravid's model as he expressed his dissatisfaction with how Gautam Gambhir is planning for the ODI World Cup 2027.
Asian Games Inclusion Set To Propel Padel's Growth Across Asia: Mahesh Bhupathi
Bhupathi believes the Asian Games will be a defining moment for the sport's development across the region, giving countries a compelling reason to invest in infrastructure, talent development and stronger domestic ecosystems.
Asian Games 2026 Cricket Schedule: India, Pakistan on opposite sides of draw
The cricket schedule for the 2026 Asian Games has been announced, with defending champions India directly qualifying for the quarter-finals in both the men's and women's T20 events. India and Pakistan can only meet in the men's semi-finals or final. The women's team will begin its title defence against hosts Japan. The tournaments will be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, in September.
Durand Cup set to introduce women's tournament from next edition
The 135th Durand Cup begins with a derby match between Mohun Bagan and East Bengal. Organizers are considering introducing a women's tournament in the near future. Preparations for the upcoming season included a special women's exhibition match in Imphal. Twenty-four men's teams will compete across five venues, including Ranchi. Defending champions NorthEast United begin their title defense against Bodoland FC.
