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Knott ties bow on Blaze campaign with 84* to win low-scorer

Australian allrounder ensures already-qualified visitors stave off collapse in chase of 123

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 8:43 pm

India's Yastika Bhatia Makes History, Scores Sensational Test Hundred At Lord's Against England

Wicketkeeper-batter Yastika Bhatia became the first woman to score a Test century at Lord's as India declared their second innings at 341 for seven at the stroke of tea on day three, setting England an improbable target of 457.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 8:13 pm

Just A Football Match: Argentina Coach Plays Down Rivalry With England Ahead Of FIFA World Cup Semi-Finals

Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni played down the historical rivalry with England ahead of their blockbuster FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal, insisting that the highly anticipated encounter is 'just a football match' and should not be turned into something more.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 8:08 pm

Erling Haaland's Father Says Norway Were 'Robbed' Against England, Stirs Controversy

The FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal between England and Norway turned into a controversial affair, with the Norwegian camp accusing the referee of favouring the Three Lions.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 7:11 pm

Vozinha Gets Rare Honour As New Species Named After Him Post World Cup Heroics

Entering the tournament as a 40-year-old free agent with just over 50,000 followers on Instagram, Vozinha left the global stage with a cult following of more than 25 million followers.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 7:07 pm

Argentina Star Escapes Red Card, England Semi-Final Gets Massive Twist

Lautaro Martinez was already on a yellow card, which he had picked up during the 98th minute of the match.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 6:58 pm

Brendon McCullum removed from post as England Men's Test coach

ECB makes U-turn with 2027 Ashes in mind, although McCullum will keep white-ball brief

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 6:46 pm

Brendon McCullum Quits As England Test Coach Days After Ben Stokes' Retirement

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) on Sunday announced that Brendon McCullum will stand down as head coach of the Test team.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 6:40 pm

Pakistan Fielding Coach Shane McDermott Resigns Ahead Of Tour To West Indies, England

Pakistan fielding coach Shane McDermott has resigned ahead of their upcoming tour to the West Indies and England after a year-long stint.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 6:29 pm

Happiness Knows No Bounds: Kranti Gaud's Coach On India Pacer's Historic Test 5-Wicket Haul At Lord's

Indian pacer Kranti Gaud's historic five-wicket haul against England in the one-off Test at Lord's drew an emotional reaction from her coach, Rajiv Bilthare.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 6:24 pm

Wimbledon 2026: Priyanka Chopra reunites with Andaaz co-star Lara Dutta; Ananya Panday stuns in 2.15 lakh Ralph Lauren outfit

Priyanka Chopra reunited with her Andaaz co-star Lara Dutta after years, delighting fans with their nostalgic reunion.Shubman Gill was spotted with Sachin, Anjali and Sara Tendulkar, reigniting dating rumours with Sara

IBTimes 12 Jul 2026 5:57 pm

Never Stops Believing: Lionel Messi's Utimate Tribute To Argentina Team After FIFA WC Quarter-Final Win

Lionel Messi hailed his team's resilience and fighting spirit after the defending champions survived a major scare against Switzerland to book their spot in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 5:50 pm

Punished By Unacceptable Rule: Switzerland Head Coach Slams 'Referee Mistake' After Quarter-Final Loss To Argentina

Switzerland head coach Murat Yakin slammed the VAR protocol after his side's FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign ended in a 3-1 extra-time defeat to defending champions Argentina, saying the decision to send off Breel Embolo destroyed their game.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 5:44 pm

Senegal Sack Coach Pape Thiaw After Round Of 32 Exit From FIFA World Cup 2026

Senegal coach Pape Thiaw has been sacked in the wake of his side's last-32 elimination at the World Cup, the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) announced Sunday.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 5:37 pm

Jos Buttler press conference: On whitewashing India, century and more

Jos Buttler press conference: On whitewashing India, century and more

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 5:11 pm

'Never seen more confused': Former cricketer blasts Gautam Gambhir's coaching staff

India suffered a significant 0-4 T20I series defeat against England. Former player Mohammed Kaif expressed strong criticism of team management's decisions. He questioned the handling of young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Sanju Samson. England's dominant performance saw them replace India as the top T20I side. The teams now prepare for an upcoming ODI series.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 5:05 pm

Gautam Gambhir's Support Staff Faces Uncertainty After England Debacle. BCCI Unhappy With This Coach: Report

India head coach Gautam Gambhir and his support staff have come under fire following back-to-back T20I series defeats to Ireland and England.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 4:54 pm

McCullum relaxes new drinking regulations after England series win

ECB's policy on alcohol came with a clause that McCullum and managing director Rob Key could overrule the guidance

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 4:52 pm

'Suffering Is Part Of Our DNA': Argentina Coach After Extra Time Win Over Switzerland

Argentina were pushed all the way by a determined Swiss side before late extra-time goals from Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez sealed victory and set up a blockbuster semi-final clash against England.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 4:16 pm

How Argentina Broke The Swiss Wall After Lionel Messi Was Kept Silent

Switzerland came within eight minutes of pulling off the impossible. They had frustrated Lionel Messi, and survived wave after wave of Argentine attacks.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 4:10 pm

Conor McGregor 'Destroyed' In 69 Seconds On UFC Return From Five-Year Layoff

Referee Mike Beltran stopped the mixed martial arts welterweight contest at UFC 329 in Las Vegas after Ireland's Conor McGregor, 37, fell to the mat three times in the first minute.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 4:08 pm

'I'd give up any format': South African cricketer wants to score '10,000 Test runs'

Lhuan-dre Pretorius, a young South African cricketer, has declared his strong preference for Test cricket. He has achieved significant success in various franchise leagues globally. Pretorius aims for a long and distinguished Test career for his nation. His Test debut saw him become South Africa's youngest centurion. He hopes to score ten thousand Test runs in his career.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 3:47 pm

Thousands Abused Me Without Knowing The Truth: Shashank Singh On Assault Allegations By Family Cook

Shashank Singh on Sunday opened up about a recent controversy involving his family, alleging that a false FIR was used as a tool for extortion to tarnish his reputation as a public figure.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 3:43 pm

Abhishek Sharma enters record books with bizarre milestone

Abhishek Sharma achieved a unique T20I record during India's fifth match. He played his fifty-third T20I without appearing in Tests or ODIs. England secured a dominant series victory by winning the final match. Jos Buttler's exceptional century powered England's high score. India's bowlers and fielders struggled throughout the disappointing encounter.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 3:20 pm

ECB Issues Guidelines On Alcohol Consumption By Players Post Ben Stokes Retirement: Report

The England Cricket Board has reportedly issued guidelines for its national team players regarding the consumption of alcohol.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 3:02 pm

BCCI discussing Doeschate and Morkel's future as Team India coaches; T Dilip under fire

Indian cricket board may need new support staff after England tour concludes. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate and fast bowling coach Morne Morkel are considering leaving. VVS Laxman will lead a separate coaching team for the Zimbabwe series. Fielding coach T Dilip is also under scrutiny due to team performance. The board is discussing options to resolve these potential staff departures.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 3:00 pm

BCCI Forced To Make Two Late Changes To India's Squad For England ODIs, Zimbabwe T20Is

BCCI has replaced injured Harshit Rana and Varun Chakaravarthy with Prince Yadav and Ravi Bishnoi in India's ODI and T20I squads for upcoming series against England and Zimbabwe.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 2:56 pm

Harshit Rana ruled of England ODIs; Bishnoi replaces Chakravarthy for ZIM T20Is

Fast bowler Prince Yadav has replaced Harshit Rana in India's squad for the ODI series against England. Harshit has been ruled out with a hamstring injury.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 2:55 pm

Bishnoi replaces injured Varun in squad for Zimbabwe T20I tour

Prince Yadav, meanwhile, will stay back in England to be part of India's ODI squad, with Rana ruled out

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 2:51 pm

Shreyas Iyer Reveals Real Reason Behind Dropping Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. It Wasn't Form

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was dropped from the Indian team after three successive failures with the bat in the T20I series against England.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 2:28 pm

'It will be harsh to say ... ': Ex-India batter on Shreyas Iyer's future as captain

Shreyas Iyer's T20I captaincy faces scrutiny after recent series defeats. Former player Abhishek Nayar urges patience, emphasizing captaincy development time. He believes Iyer needs freedom to build his own team effectively. Nayar suggests judging Iyer's leadership after he shapes the squad. Patience is advised as India enters a new T20 cricket phase.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 2:23 pm

Mohammad Amir Joins England's The Hundred As Local Player. Reason: Citizenship

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has reportedly joined Trent Rockets as an injury replacement for the upcoming season of The Hundred.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 1:45 pm

'I'm devastated': Indian record holder Tejas Nandakumar barred from CWG 2026

India's national record holder Tejas Nandakumar has been ruled out of the 2026 Commonwealth Games despite qualifying, after his para sport classification failed to meet eligibility requirements. Speaking exclusively to TimesofIndia.com, the 20-year-old reveals how administrative delays, despite months of international travel and personal expense, shattered his Glasgow dream, while urging systemic reforms to prevent similar heartbreak for future para athletes.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 1:44 pm

Messi involved in heated exchange with referee during Argentina's World Cup win

Lionel Messi had a tense moment with the referee during Argentina's quarterfinal match. Argentina secured a dramatic extra-time victory against Switzerland to advance. Alexis Mac Allister opened the scoring early for Argentina with a header. Switzerland equalized after the break, but Breel Embolo received a red card. Julin lvarez and Lautaro Martnez scored in extra time to seal the win.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 1:25 pm

End Of Shreyas Iyer's Captaincy? India Coach, Sacked Last Year, Fires Warning To BCCI

Abhishek Nayar, who was India's assistant coach before being fired last year, has opened up on the humiliation the team had to go through on the tour of England.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 1:10 pm

How A Bathroom Break Trophy Sighting Inspired Linda Noskova's Wimbledon Glory

Newly crowned Wimbledon ladies' singles champion Linda Noskova revealed her winning mindset and revealed how a short sight at the trophies in the clubhouse when she headed for a bathroom break inspired her not to settle for a small trophy.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 12:50 pm

Lionel Messi's FIFA World Cup scoring streak ends; fails to ...

Lionel Messi provided a crucial assist for Argentina's opening goal against Switzerland. The defending champions secured a 3-1 extra-time victory in their quarterfinal match. Messi's nine-game scoring streak ended, but his influence remained evident. Argentina now advances to face England in the semifinals of the tournament. Coach Scaloni praised Messi's consistent performance and dedication to excellence.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 12:30 pm

FIFA World Cup 2026 Semifinals: Teams, Schedule, Time In IST, Live Streaming And More

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is nearing its conclusion. The grand tournament, which began with a record 48 teams, is now down to its final four semi-finalists.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 12:22 pm

ENG vs IND One-off Test: Immense pride to have my name on the Lords Honours Board, says Kranti Gaud

Gaud's superb 5/37 helped India bundle out England for 170, securing a commanding 115-run first-innings lead

The Hindu 12 Jul 2026 12:16 pm

The 'Mistaken Identity' Rule That Led To Breel Embolo's Red Card In Argentina vs Switzerland Clash

Switzerland striker Breel Embolo was sent off for a 'dive' against Argentina. The referee had no choice but to issue a yellow card due to the 'mistaken identity rule', amended right before the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 12:14 pm

When A Dream Boards A Flight: India's Footballers Chase Another Gothia Cup Fairytale

In a few days, they will step onto the pitches of Gothenburg, Sweden, wearing the India jersey at the Gothia Special Olympics Trophythe inclusive wing of the world's largest youth football tournament

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 11:56 am

Lionel Messi's Heated Exchange With Referee During Argentina vs Switzerland Goes Viral At FIFA World Cup 2026 QF

Lionel Messi was involved in a heated exchange with the referee during Argentina's FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final against Switzerland after a controversial moment. The Argentine captain was seen passionately expressing his frustration before quickly refocusing on the match.

IBTimes 12 Jul 2026 11:48 am

Payas Jain Shines As Ahmedabad APL Pipers Record 3-2 Win vs U Mumba In UTT

Ace Indian paddler Manika Batra went down fighting in women's singles but her team Ahmedabad APL Pipers came from behind to clinch a 3-2 triumph over U Mumba TT in their Ultimate Table Tennis match.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 11:48 am

Kolkata Thunder Blades Beat Pune Jaguars; Dabang Delhi Beat UP Prometheans

Taneesha Kotecha held her nerve to beat much-fancied Diya Chitale 2-1 (11-7, 11-2, 9-11) in a thrilling finish to give her side HVR Kolkata Thunder Blades an 8-7 victory in their Season 7 clash in the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) in Goa.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 11:39 am

Unicorns seal playoffs spot as Allen, Hassan knock Orcas out

Los Angeles Knight Riders, MI New York and Washington Freedom have also qualified for the playoffs

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 11:39 am

West Indies Beat New Zealand By 7 Wickets, Take 1-0 Lead In 5-Match Series

Keacy Carty was dismissed on 95 and Shai Hope made an unbeaten 87 in a 131-run third wicket partnership which steered the West Indies to a seven wicket win over New Zealand on Saturday in the first of...

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 11:35 am

FIFA World Cup 2026: Alvarezs extra-time strike sends Argentina into semis

Guwahati:Argentina booked a FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal against England after defeating 10-man Switzerland 3-1 after extra time in their quarterfinal. Julian Alvarez scored the decisive goal in the 112th minute with a long-range strike before Lautaro Martinez added a third deep into stoppage time of extra time as Argentina sealed victory. Alexis Mac Allister [] The post FIFA World Cup 2026: Alvarezs extra-time strike sends Argentina into semis appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 12 Jul 2026 11:31 am

Conor McGregor Suffers Early Knee Injury In Return, Loses To Max Holloway At UFC 329

Conor McGregor's return against Max Holloway at UFC 329 ended at just 1:09 of the first round Saturday night because of a knee injury.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 11:31 am

We Put Norway On The Map: Erling Haaland's Fiery Remark After World Cup Exit Goes Viral

Erling Haaland said Norway's World Cup performances had inspired a new generation despite the disappointment of a 2-1 quarter-final defeat to England after extra-time on Saturday.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 11:23 am

'I can sit here and cry, but...': Norway coach breaks silence on Bellingham goal controversy

Norway's coach Stale Solbakken believes the ball hit an overhead camera cable before Jude Bellingham's goal. He stated the referee did not see the incident and received no official notification. FIFA later claimed no evidence showed the ball touching the wire and altering its trajectory. Despite the controversy, Solbakken praised his players' tournament performance and accepted the outcome.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 11:18 am

Need To Breathe: Norway Coach Stale Solbakken's Emotional Admission After World Cup Exit

Norway head coach Stale Solbakken fought back tears as he reflected on his team's memorable FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign after a 2-1 extra-time defeat to England.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 11:15 am

Italy Appoint Football Legend Paolo Maldini As New Technical Director

The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has appointed former captain and legendary defender Paolo Maldini as its new Technical Director.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 11:04 am

Shreyas Iyer reflects on India's defeat, selection calls & the way forward

Shreyas Iyer reflects on India's defeat, selection calls & the way forward

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 10:49 am

Kranti Gaud on dream five-wicket haul & honours board moment

Kranti Gaud on dream five-wicket haul & honours board moment

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 10:48 am

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Dropped for IND vs ENG 5th T20I; Fans Question Gautam Gambhir's Selection Call

Head coach Gautam Gambhir is under the scanner once again after India opted to drop Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for the final T20I against England. With the series already decided, the 15-year-old could have had another crack, but the management have instead brought back Samson, who was earlier replaced by Sooryavanshi in the series.

IBTimes 12 Jul 2026 10:30 am

Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 to enter World Cup semifinals

Kansas City: Julian Alvarez sent defending champion Argentina back to the World Cup semifinals with a long-range strike in the 112th minute against Switzerland, while another goal by Lautaro Martinez with seconds left in extra time only served to make the 3-1 victory look a whole lot easier than it was Saturday night. Alexis Mac 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 12 Jul 2026 10:24 am

Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham script FIFA World Cup history, become first pair to...

Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham achieved a historic World Cup scoring milestone for England. Bellingham scored twice in the quarterfinal victory, securing a semifinal berth for the team. Their combined six goals each set a new tournament benchmark for teammates from one nation. England defeated Norway in extra time, ending Haaland's scoring streak. The Three Lions now face Argentina in their quest for a World Cup final.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 10:13 am

FIFA World Cup: Alvarez's extra-time strike sends Argentina into semis

Defending champions Argentina secured a 3-1 victory over Switzerland after extra time. Alexis Mac Allister opened the scoring for Argentina in the tenth minute. Switzerland equalized in the second half, but a red card changed the match dynamics. Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez scored in extra time to seal the win. Argentina will now face England in the semifinals on Wednesday.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 10:02 am

FIFA World Cup 2026: Tuchel says lucky England must improve despite reaching semi-finals

A furious Tuchel was in little mood to celebrate despite England reaching the last four for just the fourth time in history after Bellingham's double overturned Andreas Schjelderup's opener

The Hindu 12 Jul 2026 9:45 am

Norway Coach Says Ball Hit Camera Cable In England's Crucial Goal, FIFA Responds

In its statement FIFA said the chip sensor technology -- used to disallow a goal in Croatia's knockout defeat to Portugal earlier in the tournament -- showed there was o evidence of the ball hitting the cable.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 9:38 am

Shreyas Iyer joins unwanted list after seventh straight defeat as India captain

Shreyas Iyer's captaincy saw another loss as England secured a dominant series victory. England posted a massive 257 runs, powered by Buttler and Brook's record partnership. India's bowlers struggled significantly throughout the entire innings. Chasing a large target, India's batting showed some fight but fell short. This defeat ended India's long reign at the top of T20I rankings.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 9:19 am

Erling Haaland's father can't hide feelings with savage five-word dig after England end Norway's World Cup dream

Alfie Haaland appeared to question the officiating after Norway's dramatic World Cup quarter-final defeat to England, posting a pointed five-word message on social media. His reaction came after a match dominated by controversial VAR decisions, including Jude Bellingham's debated equaliser, which FIFA later confirmed was correctly awarded using connected ball technology, before also criticising Norway's attacking decision-making.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 9:18 am

Dwarshuis powers Freedom to crucial win, TSK crash to fourth straight defeat

Freedom joined three other teams on 10 points, moving to fourth place while TSK remained rooted to the bottom

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 9:04 am

India Coach To Leave Team, Join IPL Franchise; Gautam Gambhir's Staff Set For Major Reset: Report

India's coaching staff could undergo major changes in the near future, with one support staff member likely to join an IPL franchise.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 8:59 am

Carty, Hope secure victory for West Indies after Lawes stars on debut

Left-arm wristspinner Lawes picked up three wickets in his first senior match in any format

Espn CricInfo 12 Jul 2026 8:55 am

Jos Buttler scripts history, overtakes MS Dhoni to become...

Jos Buttler became the wicketkeeper with the most international sixes, surpassing MS Dhoni. He achieved this milestone during his impressive 131-run innings against India. Buttler's sensational knock helped England secure a dominant series victory over their opponents. The England batter's record-breaking performance highlighted his destructive batting capabilities. This achievement adds another significant record to Buttler's illustrious career.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 8:44 am

FIFA World Cup: Breel Embolo Red Card Explained As Controversial VAR Call Rescues Argentina Again

Switzerland's Breel Embolo was sent off after receiving a second yellow card for simulation. The decision was taken after yet another VAR intervention in an Argentina match at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 8:42 am

Shivam Dube's big blunder turns the game in England's favour - WATCH

England secured a commanding 56-run victory in the final T20I match. Harry Brook and Jos Buttler's partnership proved decisive for the hosts. India's fielding lapses provided crucial lifelines to the English batsmen. This defeat resulted in India losing their top T20I ranking. England completed a dominant 4-0 series sweep over India.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 8:06 am

England Coach Thomas Tuchel Criticises Team Despite 2-1 Win, Jude Bellingham Gives Sharp Reply

England manager Thomas Tuchel and midfielder Jude Bellingham had quite contrasting stands as the team edged Norway 2-1 to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinals.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 8:01 am

Inside Team India practice: Kohli's long chat with Gill steals the show at Edgbaston

Inside Team India practice: Kohli's long chat with Gill steals the show at Edgbaston

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 8:00 am

Lionel Messi scripts FIFA World Cup history, becomes first player to...

Lionel Messi achieved a historic FIFA World Cup milestone on Saturday. He became the first player with ten assists in the tournament's history. This remarkable feat occurred during Argentina's quarterfinal match against Switzerland. Messi's assist moved him past Diego Maradona on the all-time charts. Argentina continues its pursuit of a fourth World Cup title.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 7:51 am

FIFA releases 'ball heartbeat' evidence to clear Jude Bellingham's controversial England equaliser against Norway

FIFA has cleared up the controversy surrounding Jude Bellinghams equaliser in Englands dramatic World Cup 2026 win over Norway, confirming connected ball technology found no evidence the ball struck an overhead camera cable. The ruling explains why the goal stood, despite footage sparking debate and frustration from Norway. England ultimately advanced to the semi-finals after a 2-1 extra-time victory.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 7:50 am

FIFA WC: Bellingham brace fires England into semfinal

Miami: Jude Bellinghams brilliant brace fired England into the FIFA World Cup semi-finals as Thomas Tuchels side overcame Norway by 2-1 after extra time here at Miami Stadium on Sunday. England had to come from behind after Andreas Schjelderups cross-shot gave Norway, who were playing in their first World Cup quarter-final after last-16 runs in 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 12 Jul 2026 7:43 am

India hit the ground running with Kohli, Gill holding a lengthy conversation

Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul were the batters involved in the session, while Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav and Gurnoor Brar led the bowling group. India also used the services of local net bowlers, including two spinners and a fast bowler, to replicate different match scenarios.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 7:37 am

Norway Star Refuses To Pass Ball To Erling Haaland, Selfish Call Costs Team World Cup Semifinal

With Norway leading 1-0, forward Alexander Sorloth refused to pass the ball to Erling Haaland. The decision didn't just cost the team its second goal of the game but also a potential spot in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 7:06 am

Jude Bellingham joins Maradona in exclusive club with back-to-back braces in World Cup knockouts

In a historic moment for English football, Jude Bellingham showcased his talents by netting four goals in the knockout stage of the World Cup, reminiscent of Diego Maradona's brilliance in 1986. His crucial late equalizer and standout extra-time winner against Norway propelled England to the semifinals, where they will now face Spain. It's a remarkable comeback for England, marking their first semifinal since 1990.

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 6:46 am

SSCB's H London named best diver at Senior Aquatics Nationals

Hemam London of Services Sports Control Board SSCB was adjudged best diver at the 79th Senior National Aquatics Championships 2026 being hosted by Tamil Nadu State Aquatics Association under the aegis of the Swimming Federation of India Hemam London won a gold and a silver medal enroute to becoming the best diver at the championships that will conclude tomorrow 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 Aquatics 2026012 jpg border 1 alt SSCB's H London named best diver at Senior Aquatics Nationals td tr tr td align center SSCB's H London named best diver at Senior Aquatics Nationals td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br State grown diver who now represents SSCB bagged the gold medal 1 m springboard diving event with 286 6 points and settled for the silver medal in the 3 m springboard event with a score of 320 15 points SSCB men's diving team, with 5 gold, 1 silver and 1 bronze medal, have also emerged as the champions at the event Source The Sangai Express

E-Pao 12 Jul 2026 6:36 am

Khwairakpam Laxman, Thokchom Jenita adjudged best gymnasts at 1st Bishnupur Olympic Games

Khwairakpam Laxman Singh and Thokchom Jenita Devi were adjudged best gymnasts to receive the Thangjam Nobin Singh Memorial Trophy for Overall Best Gymnast for men and women at the 1st Bishnupur Olympic Games At Ngaikhong Khullen Community Hall, Khwairakpam Laxman picked a gold medal in the Floor Exercise event for men as Ngangom Dhananjoy Meitei settled for the silver medal and Lamabam Herojit Singh bagged the bronze medal In the women's Floor Exercise event, Thokchom Priya Devi topped the competition followed by Thokchom Jenita Devi and Oinam Bandana Devi in the second and third places br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 07 Bishnupur 2026012 jpg border 1 alt Khwairakpam Laxman, Thokchom Jenita adjudged best gymnasts at 1st Bishnupur Olympic Games td tr tr td align center Khwairakpam Laxman, Thokchom Jenita adjudged best gymnasts at 1st Bishnupur Olympic Games td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br Khwairakpam Laxman Singh also went on to grab the vaulting table gold to become the best gymnasts of the competition The event silver medal meanwhile went to Khwairakpam Boyai Singh as Laishram Tomba Singh settled for the bronze medal Oinam Bandana Devi meanwhile bagged the women's vaulting table gold medal as Thokchom Jenita Devi sealed the silver medal and Thokchom Priya Devi picked the bronze Lamabam Abungthe on the other hand earned the Floor Exercise gold medal for Boys as Khwairakpam Wilson and Elangbam Ningthem finished second and third L Thoibi, Kh Lamnganbi and A Babicha made first, second and third place finishes in the girls' Floor Exercise competition B Kho Kho Stage set for men's final B br br The day also saw the completion of the final line of the men's Kho Kho competition of the games hosted by Bishnupur District Olympic Association and District Administration, Bishnupur In the first semi final match of the men's competition held at Kumbi Kangjeibung, JNV Bishnupur went down by 13 points to KKKA, Kumbi In the second semi final match, KSUPS Kumbi Sandhong Upper Primary School beat PJHS Phoijing No 6 Junior High School, Nambol SYC, Kumbi will play PJHS, Nambol in the first semi final match for women tomorrow before SMC, Nambol face KSUPS, Kumbi in the second semi final match B Men's Football Thang AC vs Oinam AC in title clash B br br Thanga AC will lock horns with Oinam AC in the title clash of the men's football competition of the games at Mini Stadium Bishnupur Thanga AC defeated Nambol AC by 5 3 goals today in the final Group A league match to emerge group winners Oinam Donal took centre stage as he netted a hat trick 22', 23', 28' to guide Thanga AC to the final N Edison 4' and Sapam Albert 80' were also on target for the winners as H Jotin 10' , S Thoiba 35' , and W David 37' found a goal apiece for Nambol AC B Kabaddi Thanga AC claim women's title B br br Thanga AC emerged as the women's Kabaddi champions of the games as NAYA, Nongmaikhong got the better of UPS, Kumbi of Kumbi AC in the final B Table Tennis Konjengbam Sanathoi wins men's singles title B br br Konjengbam Sanathoi defeated Konjengbam Nixon by 3 1 sets 8 11, 11 9, 13 11 in an all Moirang AC men's singles final to make the 1 2 podium finishes at Manindra Indoor Stadium, Moirang Kokilbon Leikai today Haobam Raju of Moirang AC also finished third in the competition Moirang AC's Konjengbam Estella meanwhile won the women's singles title by getting better of compatriot P Jeshika by 3 1 sets 11 7, 11 6, 8 11, 11 1 in the final as P Roshini settled for the bronze medal The men's team title also went to Moirang A as Moirang D and Nambol A settled for the second and third places The men's double title also went to Moirang AC with Hemam Shyam and Haobam Raju securing the 11 7, 11 7, 11 9 final victory over compatriots Kumam Rameshwor and Konjengbam Sanathoi Source The Sangai Express

E-Pao 12 Jul 2026 6:36 am

3rd Manipur Yogasana C'ship 2026 from August 8 to 9

The Manipur Yoga Society is set to host the 3rd edition of the Manipur Yogasana Championship 2026 and the selection trial for the 38th National Yogasana Championship 2026 from August 8 to 9 The prestigious State level championship that will be held at Waheng Leikai Community Hall will feature three major categories Yoga Sport Traditional , Rhythmic Single Pair, and Artistic Pair, said the Manipur Yoga Society in a press release The event serves as the primary gateway for local Yoga athletes to represent Manipur at the 38th National Yogasana Championship organised under the All India Yoga Culture Federation from October 1 to 4 at Khuman Lampak Indoor Stadium, Imphal, it said Furthermore the National championship will act as the official selection trial for the 12th World Yogasana Championship 2027 to be hosted by Thailand, it said Competition registration forms can be had from Youth Hostel, Khuman Lampak Flash Mandop, Waheng Leikai near Bheigo Hotel and all recognised Yoga Centres across Manipur The last date of registration form submission is July 31, it said Source The Sangai Express

E-Pao 12 Jul 2026 6:36 am

THAU vs AKSDO in 1st Women's U19 T20 Women's Trophy final showdown

THAU, Thangmeiband will lock horns with AKSDO, Khangabok for the title of the 1st Women's U19 T20 Women's Trophy 2025 26 on July 14 at Luwangpokpa Cricket Stadium, Luwangsangbam THAU made it to the final with a 6 wicket semi final win over FORCE, Kshetrigao at Luwangpokpa Cricket Stadium today THAU restricted toss winners FORCE to a paltry total of 63 runs for 7 wickets before easing to the target in 17 overs with 6 wickets to spare Sumeiya Shahni 18 off 28 balls and Kh Rukshad 13 off 26 balls gathered the highest 33 runs for the first wicket before Nazmin Khanam remained unbeaten on 12 off 15 balls to take FORCE to 63 7 Rajkumari Valentina 2 6 , Thokchom Purni 2 7 and Wangkhem Nganbi Chanu 2 9 shared 6 crucial wickets to break the momentum for FORCE today before Robeni Usham anchored with a slow but significant 23 off 53 balls to guide THAU to the target in 17 overs Creety Moirangthem also made a 15 ball 11 for THAU today to gather 19 runs for the first wicket E Firdos 1 6 , Barkatun Khanam 1 11 , and Nazmin Khanam 1 14 claimed a wicket apiece for FORCE today in a lost cause AKSDO earlier knocked out PCC by 9 wickets to book their final ticket Source The Sangai Express

E-Pao 12 Jul 2026 6:36 am

England defeat Norway 2-1 as Jude Bellingham shines in World Cup quarterfinal

England will face Argentina or Switzerland in the World Cup semifinals after ending Norways dream run and keeping Erling Haaland scoreless for the first time in the tournament

The Hindu Businessline 12 Jul 2026 6:23 am

Argentina VS Switzerland, FIFA World Cup LIVE

Argentina 0 - 0 Switzerland | Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, MI

The Hindu 12 Jul 2026 6:19 am

Jude Bellingham Matches Diego Maradona, Carries England To FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Finals

Jude Bellingham was England's hero once more by scoring twice as the Three Lions came from behind to end Norway's historic run and reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals with a 2-1 win after extra-time.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 6:18 am

England Coach Thomas Tuchel Not Happy Despite Reaching World Cup Semifinal. Here's Why

Jude Bellingham fired a brace as England fought back from a goal down to defeat Norway in extra time and seal a place in the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

NDTV 12 Jul 2026 6:15 am

England vs Norway, FIFA World Cup: Bellingham stars in quarterfinal clash as England wins in extra time

The Three Lions will face either Argentina or Switzerland after returning to the semifinals since their 2018 loss in the last four

The Hindu 12 Jul 2026 5:58 am

Bellingham bails England out as Haaland's quiet night ends Norway's dream

Bellingham bails England out as Haaland's quiet night ends Norway's dream

India Today 12 Jul 2026 5:46 am

Why England's controversial goal vs Norway was valid: Explained

Why England's controversial goal vs Norway was valid: Explained

India Today 12 Jul 2026 5:42 am

ARG vs SUI Live: Can Messi inspire another knockout masterclass?

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India Today 12 Jul 2026 5:20 am