Lionel Messi played a major role as defending champions Argentina overcame a determined Cabo Verde 3-2 after extra time in a gripping FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 encounter in Florida.
England's World Cup Last-16 Preparations Hit By 'Spying' Fears, Report Reveals Action Taken
England have delayed their flight to Mexico ahead of their Round of 16 tie against the co-hosts, amid reports suggesting that their training sessions could be disrupted by spying fears.
Argentina Survive Cape Verde Scare To Reach FIFA World Cup 2026 Last 16
Argentina were given a huge scare before ending Cape Verde's fairytale run as Lionel Messi netted his 20th World Cup goal in a 3-2 win after extra-time to reach the last 16.
Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan raised the Palestinian flag and dedicated his side's historic FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 victory over Australia to the Palestinian people.
Colombia vs Ghana LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Match LIVE Updates: Jhon Arias teamed up with Luis Suarez as Colombia took early 1-0 lead against Ghana in the final Round of 32 fixture of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Friday (local time).
Vaibhav Suryavanshis New Chapter Post Sparks Buzz: India Debut Hint or Brand Partnership?
A cryptic social media update from teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi has triggered widespread speculation among cricket fans. The 15-year-old, who is still awaiting his senior Team India debut, recently shared an Instagram Story with the caption New Chapter, leaving followers wondering...
Triathlon team trial on July 12
The Triathlon Association of Manipur is set to conduct the State team trial for the forthcoming National Triathlon Championships 2026 on July 12 from 6 am at Khuman Lampak Sports Complex Registered triathletes with valid ITF Pin Number are eligible to take part in the trial selection, said the Triathlon Association of Manipur in a notification Athletes should produce valid ID proof and age certificate while reporting for the trial, it said The athletes should report by 5 am, it added Further details can be had from the office of the association Source The Sangai Express
1st MNCA Women's U19 T20 Trophy AKSDO, THAU storm into semis as group winners
AKSDO, Khangabok and THAU, Thangmeiband completed their league stage sweeps to progress into the semi finals of the 1st MNCA Women's U19 T20 Trophy as group winners In their final league match staged at Khudeiband Lampak, AKSDO fought their way to 83 for 8 in 18 1 overs for the fourth straight Group A victory after YPHUC elected to bat first and posted a lowly total of 81 8 YPHUC suffered double whammy early losing both the openers on ducks One down batter Japani Irom 31 off 43 balls 1 four and number 4 batter Wangthoibi Nongthombam 17 off 35 balls 1 four combined for a partnership of 57 runs Things turned downhill after their departures and never recovered as the AKSDO bowlers kept things tight with their accurate and incisive bowling performances Laishram Linthoi 2 14 in 3 overs and Henthoisana Takhellambam 2 7 in 3 overs shared a bulk of 4 key wickets for AKSDO as Rabina Khundrakpam 1 7 , Bijiya Khundrakpam 1 16 and Thokchom Langlen 1 7 picked a wicket apiece Chasing 82 for the victory, AKSDO also did not start on a good note despite opener Taniya Ningthoujam's gritty 23 off 24 balls They were on a spot of bother as they kept losing wickets and slipped to 56 8 in 11 4 overs with Usham Saliza 2 22 in 4 overs and Khaidem Divya Luxmi 2 14 in 4 overs sharing 4 crucial wickets for YPHUC However, Rabina Khundrakpam 21 not out off 27 balls 2 fours and Lucyrani Khundrakpam 5 not out off 20 balls put in a brave effort to resurrect the innings and took the team to the victory Henthoisana Takhellambam, who picked two crucial wickets for AKSDO, was adjudged player of the match B THAU cruise to fourth win B br br Elsewhere at THAU ground, THAU restricted TCMDC to 55 2 before easing to the target in 9 1 overs with 7 wickets to spare and registered their fourth win on the trot Asked to bat first, TCMDC were slow off the blocks and were 6 1 in 7 2 overs losing opener Ch Priyadasni on a 21 ball duck The run rate never improved as THAU bowlers proved to be on top and further left TCMDC struggling at 32 2 after 14 2 overs with Thokchom Purni removing Laishram Lanchenbi on a 48 ball 12 One down batter Ningthoisana 38 not out off 39 balls and Wahengbam Malem 3 not out then added 23 runs for the third wicket to take TCMDC to 55 2 in 20 overs Purni returned with the best figures of 1 14 in this over as five others maintained perfect economies In reply, THAU lost M Creety on a 10 ball 5 before Robeni 12 off 13 balls and Surangini Kangabam 19 off 10 balls added 28 runs for the second wicket to keep the chase a boost THAU were 50 3 in 8 2 overs as Ningthoisana Thoudam bowled out Surangini but Moirangthem Yaiphaba 8 not out off 8 balls and Konjengbam Nonibala 5 not out off 5 balls made sure THAU seal the victory within 9 1 overs Thoithoibi Ahongsangbam, was adjudged player of the match Source The Sangai Express
52nd Junior Boys' State Kabaddi Championship begins
The 52nd edition of the Junior Boys' State Kabaddi Championship 2026 began today at SLYO playground in Tekcham under the aegis of the Manipur State Kabaddi Association 13 teams clubbed into four pools are taking part in the tournament 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 Kabaddi 20260704 jpg border 1 alt 52nd Junior Boys' State Kabaddi Championship begins td tr tr td align center 52nd Junior Boys' State Kabaddi Championship begins td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br The opening game of the championship saw VETO, Laphupat Tera crush SLYO, Tekcham by 62 21 points to open their Pool A campaign on a winning note VETO further sealed their place in the quarterfinals by defeating WSWC, Wabagai by 60 20 points in the other Pool A match staged later in the day In the Pool B opener, AMDASCAM, Lilong Atoukhong thumped YGC, Chingmei by 31 15 points before SAM, Kumbi got the better of ALUC, Khurai by 41 31 points in the Pool C opener In the Pool D matches staged later in the day, CCYPAC, Lilong beat NYDA, Nongmaikhong 37 32 before YSC, Naorem went down 27 47 to NAYA, Nongmaikhong Source The Sangai Express
Manipur Archery Association informs
The Manipur Archery Association has informed all concerned units clubs archers to complete nbsp nbsp registration renewal and transfer of archers by July 31 Clubs units and archers failing to renew their affiliation registration before the stipulated time will have to pay fine, said the Manipur Archery Association in a notification issued in this regard Source The Sangai Express
Ronaldo melts hearts with surprise invite to Venezuela earthquake survivor
Ronaldo melts hearts with surprise invite to Venezuela earthquake survivor
ENG vs IND 2nd T20I preview: Samson's inconsistency, Tilak's approach under radar
The first game was abandoned after India posted a healthy 189 for 7 at the Chester-Le-Street in Durham, riding on half-centuries from Abhishek Sharma and skipper Shreyas Iyer.
Raphinha returns as Rayan gives Brazil a selection call
Raphinha returns as Rayan gives Brazil a selection call
Jofra Archer And Debutant In: England Announce Playing XI For 2nd T20I Against India
England men's team have announced their playing 11 for the second T20I of the ongoing five-match series against India, set to take place on Saturday at Manchester's Old Trafford stadium.
Egypt defeat Australia on penalties to reach World Cup R16
Egypt advanced to the Round of 16 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Australia in a nail-biting penalty shootout.
Harmer and Cook help Essex hand out Hove thrashing
Eagles captain hits 46 off 17 balls to boost total before claiming two wickets and effecting a run-out
Argentina vs Cape Verde LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup Round of 32 LIVE Updates: Lionel Messi sets his sights on more World Cup records as Argentina face Cape Verde.
Argentina vs Cape Verde Live Streaming FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 32 Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch
Stone holds nerve as Notts seal one-run win to stay top
Munsey continues hot streak with fifth half-century in six before Lancashire mess up run chase
Egypt break new ground, edge Australia on penalties to reach World Cup last 16
Egypt break new ground, edge Australia on penalties to reach World Cup last 16
Smale trail plots path for Glamorgan to win again
Sam Hain hits 63 not out from 46 but Warwickshire unable to knock home side off course in chase
ARG 3-2 CPV Live: Argentina back ahead in extra-time
ARG 3-2 CPV Live: Argentina back ahead in extra-time
Bairstow, Moeen gun down Durham as Yorkshire close on knockouts
Durham get off to flyer thanks to Alex Lees' 73 off 35 before stumbling, unable to defend 205-9
Kamindu Mendis slams his 6th half-century in Tests: Key stats
Sri Lanka recovered from a shaky start to reach 99/2 at lunch on Day 1 and then 224/2 at tea of the second Test against West Indies at North Sound.
England vs Mexico kick-off time may change as FIFA monitors storm threat
England vs Mexico kick-off time may change as FIFA monitors storm threat
Johnson flattens Lancashire to keep Durham's Finals Day hopes alive
Lancashire officially eliminated after sliding to 79 all out at Chester-le-Street
Fan steals Gurbaz's cap in bizarre moment at Afghanistan T20 League: Watch
Fan steals Gurbaz's cap in bizarre moment at Afghanistan T20 League: Watch
Hose, Raza get Rapids flowing before Kent collapse
Visitors blown away for 59 with Allison, Raza and Mir all taking two apiece
FIFA World Cup 2026 | Mexico-England game to kick off earlier due to storm risk, says local media
FIFA did not confirm nor deny that the kick-off time had been changed
'Ecstatic' Lewis Hamilton Rolls Back The Years With Silverstone Sprint Pole
A beaming Lewis Hamilton rolled back the years with a vintage display for Ferrari at Silverstone on Friday as he topped every session and took pole position for Saturday's sprint at the British Grand Prix.
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Wimbledon Tennis: Jessica Pegula, Naomi Osaka reach Round of 16
AMN/ WEB DESK In the Wimbledon Tennis Championships, American Jessica Pegula and Naomi Osaka of Japan have reached the Round of 16 in Womens Singles. Osaka defeated Daria Kasatkina 6-1, 6-3 in just 65 minutes in Round of 32 match. Jessica also dominated Spains Bouzas Maneiro in a 6-1, 6-3 victory. Meanwhile, in Mens singles []
ICC Womens T20 World Cup: England defeat South Africa by 40 runs in second semi-final
AMN/ WEB DESK In the ICC Womens T20 World Cup, hosts England defeated South Africa by 40 runs in the second semi-final at the Kennington Oval in London to set up a title clash with Australia. Put in to bat first, England posted 169 for five in their 20 overs, riding on Nat Sciver-Brunts 75 []
Indias campaign ends at Canada Open Super 300 after Tanya Hemnaths second-round exit
AMN/ WEB DESK In Badminton, Indias campaign ended at the Canada Open Super 300 tournament after Tanya Hemnaths defeat in the Womens Singles second round in Markham. Tanya lost to Japans Riko Gunji 21-11, 21-11 in the second round. Earlier, Hemnath beat American Disha Gupta 21-16, 21-18 in the opening round. Similarly, Commonwealth Games medallist []
Aryna Sabalenka Sets Up Wimbledon Last-16 Clash With Naomi Osaka
World number one Aryna Sabalenka stepped up her bid for a maiden Wimbledon title with an impressive straight-sets victory over Jelena Ostapenko on Friday.
Dawkins hundred, Flintoff 79* as England U19s level series
Unbroken 191-run partnership sees South Africa comfortably overhauled
Argentina's Road To FIFA World Cup 2026 Final: All Scenarios Explained For Lionel Messi And Co
Defending champions Argentina officially kick off their road to the FIFA World Cup 2026 final as they face Cabo Verde in the Round of 32 on Saturday.
Australia vs Egypt LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 32 LIVE Updates: Australia face off against Egypt in the Round of 32, with both teams looking to achieve a big first.
'Going to have ups and downs': England star issues reality check for Sooryavanshi
The cricket world has been waiting for Sooryavanshi's India debut ever since he was picked for the tour of the UK following his performances for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026.
Spin cycle: assessing Indias portfolio of Test tweakers
With a tricky tour of Sri Lanka in August and a blockbuster home series against Australia early next year, India needs its spinners to deliver if it wants to contend for a spot in the World Test Championship final. Just how healthy and varied are the teams stocks?
Djokovic survives Rinderknech test, equals Federer's Wimbledon record
Friday's victory, which featured 107 winners -- 67 of them from Rinderknech -- saw Djokovic draw level with Roger Federer's record of 105 singles match wins on the mens draw at Wimbledon. The pair trail only Martina Navratilova, who holds the all-time mark with 120 victories at the grass-court major.
India's bowling coach Morne Morkel's response to the question of whether Vaibhav Suryavanshi will make his debut in the second T20I against England has clarified everything.Vaibhav Suryavanshi will not be able to debutWhen will Vaibhav Suryavanshi play his first match for Team India? Thi...
Winfield-Hill 99, Kalis 86* as Yorkshire romp to first Blast win
Anika Learoyd's unbeaten hundred in vain as Somerset fall short in chase of 211
Kaia, Burl, Marumani, Masakadza back in ODI side for Bangladesh series
This will be Ngarava's first ODI series as captain, having recently led them to the one-off Test win against Bangladesh
Litchfield ready for long-awaited World Cup final after injury setback
Australia are optimistic over Perry's availability, while Knight says England will lean on their 2017 experience
Pitch invader steals Rahmanullah Gurbaz's cap mid-match & runs away - Watch
The incident took place during the Shpageeza Cricket League match between Band-e-Amir Dragons and Mis Ainak Knights on Friday.
Moore takes five as Surrey swoop after Knott's six-for
The Blaze suffer disastrous collapse from 98 for 2 to 121 all out chasing 156
Ruthless Jannik Sinner Powers Into Wimbledon Last 16
Defending champion Jannik Sinner powered into the Wimbledon fourth round on Friday with a ruthless 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 win over American Jenson Brooksby.
Novak Djokovic Equals Roger Federer's All-Time Wimbledon Record, Enters Last 16
Novak Djokovic equalled Roger Federer's record for most match wins at Wimbledon as the seven-time champion battled past French 25th seed Arthur Rinderknech to reach the fourth round on Friday.
Ashwanth biggest buy at TNPL auction
Chepauk Super Gillies signs the 25-year-old for 14.45 lakh
Tazmin Brits excited about the chance to feature in 2028 Olympics
Tazmin Brits hopes to make the South African Olympic team after a road accident sidelined her from the 2012 London Olympics, where she competed in javelin
Womens T20 World Cup | Heather Knight gears up for another Lords final
'It's not straightforward': India coach's clear message on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's debut
India's bowling coach Morne Morkel affirmed continued backing for openers Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma, despite calls for 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's debut. Morkel emphasised faith in proven performers and avoiding disrupting batting order. He praised Sooryavanshi's smooth integration and potential readiness for future opportunities, while also commending pacers Prince Yadav and Harshit Rana for their impressive performances.
'Fastest man alive' Usain Bolt turns up for Djokovic's Wimbledon clash - Watch
Videos and pictures of Bolt watching the match quickly spread across social media. Even years after retiring from athletics, the eight-time Olympic gold medallist continues to draw attention wherever he goes.
Naomi Osaka Reaches Wimbledon Last 16 For The First Time With Dominant Win Over Daria Kasatkina
Japan's Naomi Osaka ended her long wait to reach the Wimbledon fourth round for the first time with a 6-1, 6-3 win against Australian Daria Kasatkina on Friday.
Bayern Munich Shell Out Reported 55 Million Euros To Sign Germany Left-Back Nathaniel Brown
Bayern Munich on Friday announced Germany defender Nathaniel Brown has joined the club from Eintracht Frankfurt on a deal running until 2031.
Was Ben Stokes Forced Into Retirement? England Great's Emotional Post Sums It All Up
Ben Stokes, one of England's modern-day cricketing icons, has announced his retirement from international cricket, following the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge earlier this week.
Durand Cup: Mohun Bagan to take on East Bengal in opening match
The competition will feature 24 teams divided into six groups across five host cities. As in recent years, Kolkata will remain the tournaments hub
FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 | France is bossing it but Paraguay may be no pushover
Gustavo Alfaros side has already authored the shock of the tournament by dumping out Germany
Squash | Scintillating comeback hands Tanvi the title
Cristiano Ronaldo smiled, waved, and gestured toward the fans, who had assembled to catch a glimpse of the football icon.
'We are talking too big about Vaibhav Sooryavanshi': Kapil Dev makes big claim
Excitement is building for 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's potential India debut against England. Despite a sensational IPL, he awaits his international bow. Legendary Kapil Dev, while acknowledging his immense talent akin to Tendulkar and Kohli, urges caution against excessive hype, emphasising the need for him to prove himself in longer formats. The debate intensifies as India seeks a turnaround in the T20 series.
Hope returns, Roach out for West Indies after injury-hit Sri Lanka bat
Sri Lanka were forced to make three changes with Nissanka and Kumara out injured, and Rajitha left out because of form
WI vs SL, 2nd Test LIVE: Lahiru Udara slams fifty vs Windies
India Coach Drops Blunt Verdict Amid Criticism Over Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Exclusion
The coach also stressed that the think-tank does not believe in shifting the batters around the positions, especially since they have done so well in that space earlier.
Archer back in the XI, Tongue to debut; India eye runs at Old Trafford
India bowling coach Morne Morkel hints Sooryavanshi will have to wait his turn
BCCI Reacts To Criticism Of Gautam Gambhir, Shreyas Iyer Over Stance On Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Debut
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was fast-tracked into the national T20I side after a spectacular IPL 2026 season, where he finished with the Player of the Tournament honours for his 776 runs in 16 innings, scored at 237.30.
Prince William will grace Travis Kelce's New Heights podcast just as reports about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's rumored wedding continue to make headlines.
From The Alchemy To Opalite: 8 Taylor Swift Songs Fans Believe Tell Her Love Story With Travis Kelce
From The Alchemy and So High School to Wish List and The Fate of Ophelia, here's a look at the Taylor Swift songs fans believe tell the story of her romance with Travis Kelce.
England announce ODI squad for India series
England has unveiled a 16-member squad for their upcoming ODI series against India, featuring maiden call-ups for uncapped all-rounder James Coles and fast bowler Josh Tongue. The return of Jofra Archer after a significant break also bolsters their pace attack. India is anticipated to field a formidable lineup, with key players like Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah expected to participate, while Virat Kohli's availability hinges on his fitness.
Morne Morkel on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Prince Yadav & Indias bowling plan in Manchester
Morne Morkel on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Prince Yadav & Indias bowling plan in Manchester
How a cricket technology saved Ronaldo's FIFA World Cup dream - Explained
Portugal secured victory through Ronaldo's penalty and a stoppage-time header from Goncalo Ramos. But the biggest talking point came in the closing minutes when Croatia had a late equaliser ruled out after a VAR review.
Sai Sudharsan century, Padikkal 94* put India A in command
Arachchige's 127 led Sri Lanka A to 366, as Gurnoor and Jain got four wickets each for the visitors
England's Playing XI vs India in 2nd T20I: Archer IN; ENG make 2 big changes
England has brought back Jofra Archer and handed a T20I debut to Josh Tongue for the second T20I against India in Manchester. The opening match was abandoned due to rain after India posted a strong 189/7, with Abhishek Sharma and Shreyas Iyer starring with the bat. Both teams now aim to take a crucial lead in the series.
What Cristiano Ronaldo Told Luka Modric After Portugal Knocked Croatia Out Of FIFA World Cup
As Portugal took on Croatia in Toronto, it wasn't just a World Cup match. It was a reunion involving two former teammates, friends, and Ballon d'Or winners who shared the dressing room for six years, winning several accolades.
135th Durand Cup To Kick Off With A Blockbuster Kolkata Derby
The 135th edition of the prestigious Durand Cup will commence with the staging of one of Indian football's greatest rivalries as record 17-time champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant take on 16-time winners East Bengal FC in the opening fixture.
Bethell in line to open as England name ODI squad for India series
Batter's promotion could foreshadow a future elevation in Test cricket as well
After GM title, Ethan dreams of being the best in the world
The 14-year-olds immediate objective is to continue improving by competing regularly in strong tournaments against elite opposition
Wimbledon Giving Serena Williams 'As Much Time' As Possible For Doubles
Wimbledon organisers are giving Serena Williams as much time as possible to get fit to play the doubles event alongside sister Venus, tournament director Jamie Baker said on Friday.
Aakarshi Kashyap, Tanya Hemnath Lose In Second Round, Indian Challenge At Canada Open Ends
Tanya Hemnath and Aakarshi Kashyap lost their women's singles second round matches to draw curtains to the Indian challenge at the Canada Open.
Don't Hype Him So Much: Kapil Dev's Blunt Verdict On Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
The buzz around Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues to grow as India gear up to play England in the second T20I of the five-match series.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Croatia coach Dalic slams 'bad refereeing' in 2-1 loss to Portugal
It was very bad refereeing, Zlatko Dalic told reporters, saying he felt his team should have been given more free kicks.
Riyad Mahrez retires from Algeria national team after World Cup elimination
The 35-year-old forward retires with the second-most appearances for Algeria (119) and the second-most goals (40)
Germany coach Nagelsmann steps down after FIFA World Cup exit; DFB talking to Klopp
Germany's defeat to Paraguay in the Round of 32 marked a third consecutive disappointing World Cup campaign
Spain goalkeeper Unai Simn sets World Cup record with 519 straight scoreless minutes in net
Spain goalkeeper Unai Simn has the longest shutout streak in World Cup history
Cristiano Ronaldo once again captured the attention of football fans around the world after Portugals thrilling FIFA World Cup Round of 32 win over Croatia. The Portuguese captain shared a special moment from the team hotel. Where he celebrated with hundreds of supporters gathered outside. His video quickly spread across social media and received millions of views.
Germany coach resigns days after shock FIFA WC exit, Klopp tipped as successor
The German Football Association (DFB) confirmed Nagelsmann's resignation on Friday, four days after Germany were knocked out by Paraguay in the round of 32 following a 1-1 draw and a penalty shootout.
'They're best by a mile': Pak coach calls out India obsession in judging his team
Pakistan coach Mike Hesson argues his team's progress shouldn't be solely judged by results against India, highlighting the current Indian side's dominance over every team. He pointed out Pakistan's strong performance in other matches, emphasizing their significant improvement in win percentages over the past year, moving from a low standing to winning a majority of their games.
Canada Open 2026: Aakarshi, Tanya exit as India's challenge ends
India's campaign at the Canada Open on Thursday ended after Aakarshi Kashyap and Tanya Hemanth suffered second-round defeats in women's singles. Aakarshi pushed Beiwen Zhang to three games, while Tanya lost to Riko Gunji. Earlier exits, including Kidambi Srikanth's injury retirement, ended India's challenge in Markham.
The build-up to Egypts FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match against Australia took an unexpected turn after a confrontation broke out between a member of the Egyptian delegation and a US police officer outside the teams hotel in Dallas. The incident happened as players were meeting fans gathered outside the hotel for photos and autographs.
Both Have That Rare Quality: Deepti Sharma Draws Parallel Between MS Dhoni And Novak Djokovic
Indian women's cricket team all-rounder Deepti Sharma has drawn an interesting comparison between former India captain MS Dhoni and 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic.
