ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 records biggest-ever opening weekend
The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 has begun with record-breaking attendance and viewership. Over 44,000 fans attended matches in the opening weekend. The India-Pakistan game drew a sell-out crowd and massive digital viewership. Broadcast figures in India and the UK also show significant interest. Digital engagement across ICC platforms has surged, indicating growing popularity for women's cricket.
England choose to bowl, Nicholls comes in for New Zealand
Joe Root wins toss on return to captaincy, leading an England side featuring three debutants
ICC Chairman Jay Shah hails record-breaking opening weekend of Women's T20 WC 2026
The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 has kicked off with record-breaking attendance and viewership. The opening weekend saw nearly 45,000 fans, while the India vs. Pakistan match garnered over 25 million unique viewers in India. UK viewership on Sky Sports also reached an all-time high for a WT20WC match, signaling a historic start for women's cricket.
Bangladesh bat against Australia; Litchfield and Gardner out with injuries
Phoebe Litchfield has a quad injury, while Gardner has a sprained ankle; Grace Harris and Megan Schutt have replaced them, while Bangladesh have brought in Nahida Akter and Sultana Khatun
Bernardo Silva joins Real Madrid on free transfer after Manchester City exit
Real Madrid has secured Portuguese midfielder Bernardo Silva on a free transfer. He joins from Manchester City, signing a two-year deal until June 2028. Silva brings a wealth of experience and success, including multiple Premier League titles and a Champions League.
Bangladesh bat with Litton ruled out; Chaudhary and Davies debut for Australia
Towhid Hridoy is leading Bangladesh in Litton Das' absence, and they have handed a debut to Abdul Gaffar Saqlain, the quick bowler
Why is Nitish Kumar Reddy not playing the second ODI against Afghanistan?
Team India faces an injury blow as Nitish Kumar Reddy is ruled out of the second ODI against Afghanistan with a sore left thigh, forcing a reshuffle in the bowling attack. Afghanistan also deal with fitness concerns, making multiple changes as both teams aim for consistency and valuable lessons from the opening match.
Jordan can hold heads high despite debut defeat to Austria, says coach
Austria went ahead with a 21st minute thunderbolt from Romano Schmid before Jordan fought back after the break through Ali Olwan's exquisite strike in off the post
Shuttler Rounak Chouhan enters main draw of Macau Open
India's Rounak Chouhan advanced to the Macau Open Super 300 men's singles main draw after his opponent retired due to injury. Chouhan will face Zhe Ying Wu of Chinese Taipei in the round of 32. Other Indian players Tushar Suveer and Alap Mishra were eliminated in qualification, as was the women's doubles pair of Ashwini Bhat and Shikha Gautam.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's on-field outburst underlines importance of situation management training
Young Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi requires mental conditioning to manage sledging. Experts suggest this training will help him maintain composure during matches. The focus is on developing situational intelligence to bridge the gap between talent and performance. This proactive approach aims to prepare emerging players for the challenges of senior cricket.
Bangladesh vs Australia 1st T20I Live Score
Ben Stokes, Kane Williamson and the power of the image
Both players got their timing wrong. Had the roles been reversed with Williamson breaking the curfew and Stokes announcing his retirement mid-series it is possible that again, only one of them might have got away with it.
T20 World Cup: England make it two wins in a row with rain-hit victory over Ireland
England secured a tense four-wicket win against Ireland in a rain-affected T20 World Cup match. Sophie Ecclestone starred with the ball, restricting Ireland to 118/9. Despite early scares in the chase, Nat Sciver-Brunt and Heather Knight's partnership, followed by Charlie Dean and Danielle Gibson's calm finish, guided the hosts to victory, maintaining their winning streak.
Semifinal spot assured, India look to continue winning run against Uruguay in FIH Nations Cup
Already qualified for the semifinals, the Indian women's hockey team aims to finish the pool stage undefeated against Uruguay. India seeks to regain their Pro League spot by winning the FIH Nations Cup, with coach Marijne looking for improved field goal performance and defensive solidity ahead of major tournaments.
How many runs did Vaibhav Sooryavanshi score vs Afghanistan A?
Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi survived a controversial third-umpire call on nought to score 38 runs off 28 balls against Afghanistan A. Despite a couple of fortunate escapes, his promising knock, featuring four boundaries and two sixes, added 75 runs for the opening wicket with Priyansh Arya.
Noah Lyles runs a world-best 14.67 seconds to win the 150 meters at Golden Spike meet
Noah Lyles, Olympic gold medalist, shattered the world best time in the 150 meters at the Golden Spike meet with a blistering 14.67 seconds. The four-time world champion in the 200m showcased his speed to defeat a field including Australian prodigy Gout Gout. This performance surpassed the previous record held by Kishane Thompson.
Shohei Ohtani's homer sends LA Dodgers to 1-0 win over Tampa Bay Rays
Shohei Ohtani's leadoff home run in the sixth inning secured a 1-0 victory for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Tampa Bay Rays. Pitcher Justin Wrobleski delivered six scoreless innings, allowing only three hits. The Dodgers' bullpen closed out the shutout, marking their eleventh home win since May 13.
2nd ODI Live: India lose Yashasvi Jaiswal early vs Afghanistan
Mike Trout homers as LA Angels shut out Arizona Diamondbacks 7-0
The Los Angeles Angels secured a dominant 7-0 victory against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Mike Trout was instrumental with a two-run home run and an RBI double. Pitcher Reid Detmers delivered a stellar performance, pitching seven scoreless innings. The Angels' offense produced 14 hits, with Logan O'Hoppe contributing significantly. The Diamondbacks struggled offensively, failing to score and stranding runners.
Brandon Lowe's 9th-inning blast completes Pittsburgh Pirates' comeback vs. Athletics
Brandon Lowe's ninth-inning homer propelled the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-5 comeback victory over the Athletics. Bryan Reynolds starred with two homers and three RBIs, while Zack Gelof extended his hitting streak to 20 games for Oakland. The Pirates rallied late, tying the game in the seventh before Lowe's decisive blast.
Kylian Mbappe has World Cup history in sights after breaking France scoring record
Kylian Mbappes two goals against Senegal leaves him within touching distance of Lionel Messi as he bids to become the tournaments highest ever scorer
Cincinnati Reds ride strong 1st inning to down New York Mets
Sal Stewart's three-run homer powered the Reds to a 5-3 victory over the Mets, ending a five-game losing streak for pitcher Brady Singer. The Reds secured consecutive wins for the first time since late May. Despite a late Mets rally, highlighted by Mark Vientos' pinch-hit homer, Cincinnati held on for the crucial win.
Ronaldo as excited for sixth World Cup as his first, says Martinez
Armed with a richly talented generation, Portugal are among the favourites to win the World Cup for the first time.
De Minaur up and running at Queen's, Mensik suffers early defeat
Alex de Minaur advanced to the Queen's Championships last 16 with a 7-6(8) 6-3 victory over Gabriel Diallo, ending a two-year first-round losing streak at the event. Meanwhile, third seed Jakub Mensik's Wimbledon preparations were hampered by a marathon loss to Adrian Mannarino, who will face Arthur Fery next.
'Nothing to do with football': Lionel Messi reveals why he cried
Lionel Messi's emotional hat-trick in Argentina's 3-0 World Cup win over Algeria marked a historic night, equaling Miroslav Klose's all-time scoring record. Despite personal difficulties, Messi delivered a masterful performance, celebrating his 200th international cap with a record-equalling feat.
'Numbers don't mean anything', says Messi after record-breaking World Cup hat-trick against Algeria
Lionel Messi has equalled Miroslav Klose's FIFA World Cup goal tally. He achieved this after scoring a hat-trick in Argentina's win against Algeria. Messi stated that numbers are just statistics and he feels honoured. He also spoke about his emotional reaction to scoring, attributing it to recent difficult times. Argentina will next play Austria.
Lionel Messi Admits He Cried After Argentina's Opener Against Algeria. Reason Wasn't Football
Lionel Messi was seen in tears after scoring his team's opening goal in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match against Algeria. He explained the reason behind the tears after the game.
Ahead of Wimbledon return, Serena Williams loses doubles match with Muchova at Berlin Open
Tennis star Serena Williams faced a setback in her comeback at the Berlin Open, losing her opening doubles match. Despite the loss, fans showed immense support. Williams also received a doubles wild card for Wimbledon alongside her sister Venus. The legendary player is contemplating a singles return at the prestigious tournament.
Sooryavanshi survives on 0 amid controversial call, Afghan players left in disbelief
India A opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi received a controversial reprieve on nought during a match against Afghanistan A. The third umpire ruled a one-handed catch not out, sparking debate. This incident follows a recent on-field altercation, adding to the young batter's eventful series despite modest scores.
US official says Iran knew team would have to leave the country shortly after World Cup match
The United States has defended its handling of Irans World Cup travel arrangements after the team complained it was forced to leave immediately after its opening match instead of staying overnight for recovery. US officials said the schedule was pre-decided, requiring teams to depart on match day and return to their base camps shortly after games. Irans coach and captain criticised the arrangement, citing disrupted recovery routines and visa-related issues affecting staff and players, while US authorities maintained that entry rules and security considerations were being strictly followed.
Lionel Messi Escapes Red Card Despite Nasty Challenge, Controversy Erupts. Video
Lionel Messi scripted history with a hat-trick against Algeria in the FIFA World Cup 2026 but many fans feel he should've been sent-off for a clumsy challenge.
Beautiful game, ugly World Cup: Several teams face brunt of US paranoia, oppressive security
Iran's football team faced immense logistical challenges and intrusive security measures during their World Cup campaign in the US, drawing 2-2 against New Zealand. Players expressed frustration over the disaster of unfair competition due to these issues. Despite political tensions and fan disruptions, the team received support, while Mexico was praised for its hospitality.
The altercation between Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Sri Lanka A's Vishen Halambage has triggered a massive debate on social media among fans and experts alike.
FIFA World Cup 2026, Austria vs Jordan LIVE: Group J match gets under way
Argentina beat Algeria 3-0 in the earlier Group J match with Lionel Messi scoring a hat-trick
FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi equals Kloses World Cup goals record in Argentinas 3-0 win over Algeria
By NE NOW NEWS Guwahati: Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick and equalled former German striker Miroslav Kloses all-time FIFA World Cup goals record as defending champions Argentina opened their 2026 campaign with a 3-0 victory over Algeria in Group J. Messi struck in the 17th, 60th and 76th minutes to secure Argentinas opening win and [] The post FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi equals Kloses World Cup goals record in Argentinas 3-0 win over Algeria appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Noah Lyles runs world-best 14.67 seconds to win 150 meters at Golden Spike meet
The U.S. sprinter clocked 14.67 seconds to beat a field of runners including Australia's teenage sprint sensation Gout Gout
Conway and Tickner return to New Zealand central contracts list
Adi Ashok and Muhammad Abbas have been dropped from the list, while Kane Williamson was not considered following his international retirement
Lionel Messi salutes beautiful moment after tying World Cup goals record
The 38-year-old Argentina captain etched another memorable chapter in his glittering career with a brilliant hat-trick in the South Americans 3-0 win over Algeria at Kansas City
FIFA WC: Argentina begin title defence with 3-0 win as Messi scores a hat-trick
Lionel Messi delivered a vintage performance, scoring a World Cup hat-trick as defending champions Argentina began their title defence with a dominant 3-0 win over Algeria. The star forward's treble, his first in the tournament, saw him draw level with Miroslav Klose on the all-time scoring charts. Messi's brilliance, despite pre-tournament injury concerns, showcased Argentina's formidable strength.
FIFA WC: Messi hat trick powers Argentina past Algeria 3-0
Kansas City: Lionel Messi registered his first World Cup hat trick while moving into a tie for first on the tournaments career scoring list, sending defending champion Argentina to a dominant 3-0 victory over Algeria in its group-stage opener. Messi scored his first goal in the opening minutes off a nifty feed from Inter Miami 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 .
India A vs Afghanistan A LIVE Score, Tri-Series 2026 Match LIVE Updates: Stung by two consecutive defeats in a tournament they were expected to dominate, an India A side filled with IPL specialists, will look to get their act together and return to winning ways
Messi scripts history with first World Cup hat-trick, equals Klose's goals record
Lionel Messi achieved a career milestone, scoring his first World Cup hat-trick to lead Argentina to a 3-0 win over Algeria. This remarkable feat drew him level with Miroslav Klose atop the tournament's all-time scoring charts with 16 goals. The performance also marked his 200th appearance for Argentina and extended his scoring streak to five consecutive World Cup matches.
Portugal enter the 2026 World Cup amid major change, with Roberto Martinez set to leave after the tournament regardless of results. Cristiano Ronaldo, likely playing his final World Cup at 41, leads a squad chasing history. As attention builds around transition and legacy, Portugal aim to secure their first-ever FIFA World Cup title in North America.
Lionel Messi equals World Cup goals record as Argentina beats Algeria
On a magical night at Kansas Citys Arrowhead Stadium, Messi delivered an electrifying individual display to join Miroslav Klose at the top of the World Cup scorers charts with 16 goals
Da Silva and Jangoo earn recalls for West Indies' Tests against Sri Lanka
Alzarri Joseph and Shamar Joseph are also back in the Test squad after missing West Indies' last two series with injuries
Argentina's football champions are back on the World Cup stage. Dedicated fans have traveled thousands of miles, some by bicycle, to support their team. Many are spending significant amounts of money to witness the matches. Lionel Messi, a legendary player, is a major draw for global fans.
Lionel Messi equals all-time goalscoring record at World Cups
Lionel Messi completed his hat-trick in the 76th minute, sending the massed ranks of Argentine fans wild
Lionel Messi Equals All-Time FIFA World Cup Record With Algeria Hat-Trick
Lionel Messi scripted history on Wednesday (IST) with a stunning hat-trick for Argentina in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J opener against Algeria.
Messi scripts history, becomes only second player to score in five World Cups
Lionel Messi etched his name in history, becoming the second player ever to score in five World Cups. His hat-trick against Algeria secured a dominant lead for Argentina, propelling him to the top of the all-time World Cup scoring charts alongside Miroslav Klose. This remarkable achievement marks another milestone in Messi's illustrious career.
Lionel Messi achieved a remarkable hat-trick in Argentina's World Cup debut against Algeria. This dominant performance saw the veteran player equal Miroslav Klose's all-time World Cup scoring record of 16 goals. Messi's goals, including a long-range strike and a close-range finish, ignited celebrations among Argentine supporters in Kansas City.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in action, India A vs Afghanistan A live streaming | Tri-Nation Series live telecast: When and where to watch
Teenager Ayyoub Bouaddi Gives Morocco Reason To Dream At World Cup
Less than three months ago, Ayyoub Bouaddi was captaining France's Under-21 side in a European Championship qualifier.
Harry Kane Tells England 'Be Free In The Mind' For FIFA World Cup Title Bid
Captain Harry Kane told his England team-mates to go for it and be free in the mind when they launch their World Cup title charge Wednesday against Croatia in Texas.
FIFA WC: France beat Senegal 3-1 as Mbapp steals the show
East Rutherford: After a flat first half, Kylian Mbapp got France back in tune. Mbapp scored twice to move past Pel with 14 World Cup goals, celebrating by mimicking a flautist as he had promised, and Les Bleus beat Senegal 3-1 Tuesday in their World Cup opener. He could have scored four or five goals, 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 .
Neymar returns to action for limited training with Brazil at the World Cup
Brazilian football star Neymar has returned to training with his World Cup squad. He is recovering from a leg injury sustained earlier. Neymar participated in physical conditioning sessions. He is not expected to play in the upcoming match against Haiti. Brazil's World Cup campaign began with a draw against Morocco. The team continues its preparations for the tournament.
Patrick Mahomes wife Brittany Mahomes is once again at the center of online debate after her viral 2022 resting face courtside moment resurfaced.
Christian McCaffrey's Wife Olivia Culpo Shares Glimpse Of $14.5M 'Forever Home' Before Baby No. 2
Olivia Culpo gave fans a look inside her $14.5 million forever home renovation with Christian McCaffrey as the couple prepares to welcome baby No. 2.
Taylor Swift Leaves Travis Kelce Fans Emotional With Surprise New Heights Cameo
Taylor Swift surprised fans with a playful New Heights Live cameo featuring Travis Kelce, leaving audiences emotional as excitement around the couples wedding continues to grow.
NFL writer Crissy Froyd has made a fresh claim amid the Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini controversy, alleging veteran reporter Mike Silver interacted with old bikini photos on her Instagram after she wrote about the story.
Maple Leafs Shake Up Roster With Joseph Woll Trade as John Chayka Makes First Major Move
Meta Description:-The Maple Leafs traded Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit to the Flyers for Samuel Ersson, Emil Andrae and a 2026 draft pick in John Chayka's first major move.
WWE had turned down every name he pitched. The deadline was closing in. Then a baseball broadcast changed everything. Adam Scherr became Braun Strowman because of two players he saw on SportsCenter in the same segment.
Harsh Dubey's wrong turn and the long road to Team India
Growing up in Nagpur, Harsh Dubey wanted to become a batter. While buying books for the fifth grade, he took his father to Ruby Cricket Club in Nagpur, where it all began for him under the watchful eyes of Sanjog Binkar. Later, Madhav Bakre honed his craft at the Nagpur Cricket Academy. But the real turnaround came before his record-breaking 2024-25 domestic season, when he spent three weeks in Chennai with Ramji Srinivasan, the former Head Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Indian cricket team.
FIFA WC: Haaland shines with two goals as Norway beats Iraq 4-1
Foxborough: Erling Haaland scored his first two World Cup goals, including one off a defensive blunder, and added an assist in his tournament debut Tuesday to propel Norway to a 4-1 victory over Iraq in Group I. It was the 56th and 57th international goals for the Manchester City striker and came in Norways first 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 .
FIFA 2026: Kylian Mbappe sparks France with two goals in 3-1 win over Senegal at World Cup
Kylian Mbappe scored twice, surpassing Pele's World Cup goal tally with 14, as France defeated Senegal 3-1 in their opener. After a quiet first half, Mbappe's brace and a late goal from Bradley Barcola secured the win. Ibrahim Mbaye scored Senegal's lone goal in stoppage time.
Erling Haaland Double Powers Norway To FIFA World Cup Win Over Iraq
Erling Haaland struck his first World Cup goals as Norway beat Iraq 4-1 on Tuesday in their first game at a major tournament in 26 years.
Sooryavanshi controversy: Halambage faces sanctions after Dambulla altercation
Sri Lanka Cricket has reportedly sanctioned Sri Lanka A spinner Vishen Halambage following the heated post-match altercation with India A batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after the Super Over thriller in Dambulla. Wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella was also fined for a separate offence. India spin coach Sairaj Bahutule backed the 15-year-old Sooryavanshi, saying the youngster would learn from the incident.
FIFA World Cup 2026 | Argentina vs Algeria LIVE updates: Messi scores stunning opening goal
The defending champion is up against the African side in a highly anticipated Group J match
FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi scripts history, becomes first man to play in six World Cups
Lionel Messi became the first man to play in six World Cup tournaments when he started for Argentina in their opening match against Algeria in Kansas City on Tuesday. Messi made his World Cup debut as a teenager at the 2006 tournament in Germany and announced the 2022 edition would be his last.
Lionel Messi marked his 200th appearance for Argentina during the nations FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Algeria, adding another milestone to one of footballs greatest careers. The 38-year-old captain became only the third mens player to reach 200 international caps while extending his record as the most-capped World Cup player. A world champion, two-time Copa Amrica winner and holder of multiple World Cup records, Messis latest landmark further underlines his extraordinary longevity and enduring importance to Argentina as they begin their title defence.
Most Assists In FIFA World Cup History: Lionel Messi On Cusp Of All-Time Record
Lionel Messi is on the cusp of leaving behind Diego Maradona in the list of most assists in FIFA World Cup history.
Argentina vs Algeria: Live streaming and live telecast details of FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match
Norway marked their return to the FIFA World Cup after a 28-year absence with an impressive 4-1 victory over Iraq in Group I. Erling Haaland scored twice on his World Cup debut, while Leo stigrd and a late own goal completed the scoring. The win moves Norway level with France on three points and sets up a potentially decisive group-stage showdown between Haaland and Kylian Mbapp later in the tournament.
MFA extends best wishes to State fencers and officials ahead of Asian Senior Fencing C'ship
The Manipur Fencing Association MFA has extended its best wishes to State trio who will be representing India at the Asian Senior Fencing Championship 2026 beginning on June 18 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi and 9 State officials who will be assisting in conducting the event State fencers Naorem Mina, Waikhom Sonia and Sanasam Hemas will be competing in foil competition at the championship 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 06 Fencing 20260617 jpg border 1 alt MFA extends best wishes to State fencers and officials ahead of Asian Senior Fencing C'ship td tr tr td align center MFA extends best wishes to State fencers and officials ahead of Asian Senior Fencing C'ship td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br MFA expressed pride over the inclusion of the State fencers in the National team and wished them to give their best at the championship and bring home glory and medals Meanwhile, MFA secretary Hijam Hemjit, Shagolsem Jayenta, Thounaojam Rajeshwar, Thangjam Bankim, Lemba Hijam, Lairenlakpam Lerin, Thingujam Diana, Hajarimayum Haripriya and Hajarimayum Priyadarshini are among the officials named of the event Source The Sangai Express
EUREKA English School, Thounaojam will square off against Iramdam Maheikol, Langmeidong in the title clash of the 65th Pre Subroto District Level Football Tournament 2026 for U 15 Boys tomorrow In the first semi final match of the tournament being underway at Keirak Kangjeibung, EUREKA romped 4 1 past Elang Keinya High School, Elang Khangpokpi to reach the final this afternoon Th Mani 11', 32' shone with a double for the winners as M Leo 16' and Th Vikash 46' contributed a goal apiece T Mangal scored the consolation goal for Elang Keinya High School in the 18th minute Later in the second semi final match, Iramdam Maheikol beat PR English School, Kakching 5 3 on penalties to set up the final date with EUREKA English School Defence on both the ends emerged on top as the regulation time ended in a goalless draw and the winners were decided via penalty shoot out wherein A Messi, T Jenthaopu, Th Bronson, Th Sorengkung, and M Tenison scored to give Iramdam Maheikol the edge M Sunanta, K Manimatum, and M Mangal meanwhile scored it for PR English School in a lost cause Earlier in the day, Elang Keinya High School knocked out Martin Grammar School by 4 1 goals to set up the semi final date with EUREKA English School H Budha 31' , Sh Punshiba 42' , Ch Bilipson 44' , K Ithoison 46' were on target for Elang Keinya High School in the team's big win as Mangal scored the only goal for Martin Grammar School in the 27th minute Iramdam Maheikol meanwhile demolished ADL English School, Wabagai 11 0 to advance to the semis Y Chinglemba 21', 24', 32', 51', 53' led the scoring for Iramdam Maheikol in this lopsided encounter as A Messi 26', 42', 58' netted thrice, and Sagar Banya 8' , L Frobegas 41' , and N Malemthoiba 60' added a goal apiece The final match begins at 2 30 pm at Keirak Kangjeibung Source The Sangai Express
4th MNCA Men's U 19 One Day Trophy AKSDO emerge as Group E toppers, YWC register fourth straight win
AKSDO, Khangabok crushed KCC, Kongba Bazar by 144 runs to finish Group E toppers as YWC beat YUCC by 2 runs for fourth straight Group C win in the 4th MNCA Men's U 19 One Day Trophy today In a Group E match staged at Model Hr Secondary School and Oriental College ground, AKSDO raised 223 runs for 9 wickets in 40 overs and bundled out KCC for 79 runs to register their fourth win and end Group E campaign unbeaten in 5 games Borish Mangang made 51 off 66 balls and Saikhom Kaiku added 34 off 36 runs to help AKSDO post the modest total before Saikhom Kaiku enjoyed a fifer 5 11 in 5 3 overs and set up KCC collapse at 79 within 19 3 overs Niyas Khan 4 41 in 8 overs was the pick of the KCC bowlers in the first innings before they fell flat in the chase Md Anish Khan also picked two wickets 2 39 for KCC Saikhom Kaiku was also well assisted by Chingamba Elangbam 2 10 and Punshiba Akoijam 2 4 in the second innings Saikhom Kaiku was deservedly named player of the match In another Group E match staged at Khudeiband Lampak, KASC, Khomidok beat SSC, Porompat by 8 wickets thanks to Md Ali Karim's fifer 5 13 in 4 overs Elsewhere at Moijing Public Ground, YWC, Langthabal pulled off a 2 run victory over YUCC, Kwakeithel Moirangpurel for the fourth straight victory YWC opted to bat first but were bundled out for 155 runs in 32 5 overs as Loitongbam Joychand 3 24 and Shresth Oinam 3 12 shone with the ball for YUCC Chasing 156 for the win, YUCC slumped to 153 all out despite Bidyashwor's 84 ball 88 filled with 10 fours and 3 sixes as YWC's Pukhrambam Roshan 4 36 in 6 overs , Yumnam Athouba 2 34 in 8 overs and Daneil Seram 2 15 in 5 overs share 8 crucial wickets to derail their rivals' chase Pukhrambam Roshan was adjudged player of the match for his match defining performance Source The Sangai Express
65th CC Meet AIM upset ESU in five goal quarterfinal thriller, SSU outlast Rahee UC 4 3 on penalties
The quarter finals of the Babina Group 65th Sir Churachand Singh KCSI, CBE Memorial Football Tournament 2025 26 being underway at Mapal Kangjeibung exploded into life with two fiercely contested matches, headlined by a five goal thriller and a dramatic 4 3 penalty shootout victory following a 1 1 draw The first quarterfinal match of the tournament between Anouba Imagi Mangal AIM , Khabam and Eastern Sporting Union ESU , Wangkhei Palace Compound produced a breathless, attacking masterclass filled with shifting momentum and clinical finishing AIM broke the deadlock early, with forward Ningthoujam Dhanaraj finding the target just five minutes into the game ESU responded swiftly, drawing level through Naorem Kaba in the 38th minute After a 1 1 deadlock at halftime, AIM restored their lead when Saikhom Abinash beat the ESU custodian in the 62nd minute ESU, who previously knocked out RAU 2 0, fought back bravely with a series of attacking runs but were met with stiff resistance from the AIM backline The AIM defenders continued to frustrate a relentless ESU offense with timely tackles and interventions To their delight, second half substitute Laishram Khorish who replaced Sapam Topper after the break further solidified the lead with a clinical finish two minutes into stoppage time ESU responded immediately, reducing the deficit to 2 3 through Taj Khan the very next minute However, they failed to find an equalizer in the remaining four minutes of added time as AIM held onto their lead with style to walk away as 3 2 winners The second quarter final clash between Rahee UC, Kamjong and Southern Sporting Union SSU , Singjamei was also an end to end encounter, finally settled by absolute nerves of steel from the penalty spot as the two sides remained locked at 1 1 till the end of regulation time SSU, who edged out SSC, Sekta 2 1 in the pre quarterfinals, went 1 0 up against Rahee UC with Md Shuaib capitalising on an 11th minute chance Rahee UC left it late to equalize, courtesy of a 75th minute strike by Maiya Ningshen that stretched the game to a penalty shootout In the shootout, Konthoujam Monex, Okram Rohit, Khumanthem Hemlet, and Maisnam Biken successfully converted their spot kicks for SSU Their custodian, Naorem Kiranjit, then produced two brilliant saves to secure the 4 3 victory For Rahee UC, only Chihammi Kharay, Thuisem Rashadang, and Thanwor Vasha found the target, as Kiranjit successfully blocked the attempts of Ngakuimi Ruivah and Moirangthem Manisana With the win, SSU set up a semi final date with AIM Utlou FC will play SDC, Samurou in the next quarterfinal match tomorrow from 1 pm before USA, Khurai face Sainik FC from 3 30 in the last quarterfinal encounter Source The Sangai Express
Erling Haaland has brace in World Cup debut; Norway trounce Iraq
Haaland's goals in the 29th and 43rd minutes sandwiched a score by Aymen Hussein in the 39th
From Rs 4.8L at KBC to Commonwealth Gold and carrying India's hope at ENC: Guha on hot seat
India's 72nd Grandmaster Mitrabha Guha, who once appeared on Kaun Banega Crorepati and won Rs 4.8 lakh has secured India's final spot for the Esports Nations Cup 2026. The Kolkata player overcame years of financial struggles and family sacrifices to reach the top. Now pursuing an MBA, the Commonwealth classical chess champion is set to compete alongside stars like Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura.
Sciver-Brunt, spinners star as England edge to laboured victory over Ireland
England made heavy weather of 119-run chase after a rain delay at Hampshire Bowl
FIFA World Cup 2026 | Iraq vs Norway LIVE updates: Group I match gets underway
The third ranked Iraq will be up against the fourth ranked Norway in the Group I encounter on June 16, 2026 in Foxborough City, U.S.
Kylian Mbapps 2026 World Cup campaign is already rewriting record books after his brace against Senegal in Frances Group I opener. At just 27, the France captain became his nations all-time leading scorer and moved past Just Fontaine as their top World Cup scorer. He now sits among the tournaments greatest marksmen, closing in on Ronaldo and Miroslav Klose in the all-time list while chasing multiple historic milestones still within reach.
Kylian Mbappe Nets 'Historic' Brace As France Beat Senegal 3-1
Kylian Mbappe's 14 World Cup goals take him level with Gerd Mueller as the third-highest scorer in World Cup history and the 27-year-old is now within touching distance of beating Miroslav Klose's all-time record of 16.
Kylian Mbapp sparks France with two goals in 3-1 win over Senegal at the World Cup
Mbapp moved one ahead of Messi and Just Fontaine on the World Cup career scoring list and is tied with Gerd Mller
Sri Lanka stuns New Zealand to dent Womens T20 World Cup defense
New Zealand has lost its first two group matches.
Michael Olise At 2026 World Cup: Personal Life, Family And Story Behind The Bayern Munich Star
Four countries could have claimed him. He chose France because of his mother. Michael Olise's story at the 2026 World Cup is as much about identity as it is about football.
Philadelphia Flyers Upgrade Their Goaltending By Trading For Joseph Woll To Partner With Dan Vladar
Sam Ersson posted a .870 save percentage last season and the Flyers knew they needed a better backup behind Dan Vladar. On Tuesday morning they found one, sending Ersson, Emil Andrae and a third-round pick to Toronto to bring Joseph Woll.
ICC Takes Action Against Pakistan Days After Women's T20 World Cup Loss To India. Here's Why
Pakistan have been fined five per cent of their match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against India in their Group A match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup played at Edgbaston in Birmingham
Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights Face Key Offseason Decisions After Stanley Cup Final
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FIFA World Cup: Heavyweights stumble as minnows make their mark on the global stage
Through five days and 16 matches of soccer's biggest extravaganza ever, the underdogs are proving to be very tough to beat. All four matches on Monday ended in ties - the most in a single day of men's World Cup play since 1958 - and all of them technically could be considered upsets as well. The biggest win (that wasn't a win) of all saw Cape Verde - ranked No. 67 and in its World Cup debut - hold No. 2 Spain, a favorite to win the whole thing, 0-0 in what easily has been the biggest shocker of the tournament to this point.
