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Wyatt-Hodge, Dunkley lead romp as NZ bow out; WI through

They shared an unbroken 128-run stand for the second wicket as England continued their unbeaten run and also helped WI sneak into the semi-final

Espn CricInfo 28 Jun 2026 2:55 am

India enter Badminton Asia Junior Mixed Team Championships quarterfinals in Yatsushiro, Japan

India has reached the quarterfinals of the Badminton Asia Junior Mixed Team Championships with a convincing 2-0 victory over Kazakhstan in their opening Group C match in Yatsushiro, Japan. The girls doubles pair of Durga Esha Kandrapu and Keerthy Manchala gave India a strong start by defeating Alissa Kuleshova and Diana Namenova 11-5. Puneeth Suresh []

The Indian Awaaz 28 Jun 2026 1:01 am

Look back: The NFL scandal so f*lthy, the cleaning crew left traumatized. What really happened on the Minnesota Vikings Love Boat? The messiest NFL scandal explained

On Oct. 6, 2005, roughly 17 Minnesota Vikings players chartered two houseboats on Lake Minnetonka during a bye week. What followed became one of the most notorious scandals in NFL history. Two decades on, the Love Boat scandal is back in conversation, here's exactly what happened, who was charged, and how it ended.

The Times of India 28 Jun 2026 1:00 am

Spain enter FIFA World Cup knockout stage with win over Uruguay

In the FIFA World Cup, Panama will take on England in a Group L match at East Rutherford in the United States tonight. In another Group L fixture, Croatia will face Ghana in Philadelphia. Both matches are scheduled to begin at 2:30 AM IST. Earlier, Spain booked their place in the knockout stage with a []

The Indian Awaaz 28 Jun 2026 12:59 am

Foulkes hopes cracked pitch will crack England open, as NZ target series win

Seamer expects spin to play a big part in the contest's closing stages, as visitors scent victory

Espn CricInfo 28 Jun 2026 12:50 am

Molineux wants to 'double down' on the pressure on India

India cannot afford any mistakes with semi-final spot on the line. Australia, meanwhile, have already qualified

Espn CricInfo 27 Jun 2026 11:46 pm

Prendergast, spinners give Ireland their first win in T20 World Cups

The Ireland allrounder hits a classy fifty to dent West Indies' hopes of qualifying for the semi-final

Espn CricInfo 27 Jun 2026 10:52 pm

Ireland stun West Indies to register historic first Women's T20 World Cup win in 12 years

Ireland achieved a historic six-wicket victory over the West Indies in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, ending a 21-match losing streak. Orla Prendergast's brilliant 63 anchored the chase, securing Ireland's first-ever tournament win. This result significantly impacts the semifinal race, offering New Zealand a chance to advance. The win follows a memorable weekend for Irish cricket.

The Times of India 27 Jun 2026 10:37 pm

Jangoo hundred, Chase fifty strengthen West Indies' position

Sri Lanka were barely able to make a dent on the third morning in North Sound

Espn CricInfo 27 Jun 2026 10:23 pm

Auqib Nabi sends strong message to selectors with 4-wicket haul in unofficial Test

Starting the day on 113 for 2, Sri Lanka A looked well placed and reached 300 for 5 before Nabi changed the game with the second new ball. The Jammu and Kashmir seamer picked up four wickets as Sri Lanka A were bowled out for 330.

The Times of India 27 Jun 2026 10:21 pm

National inter-State athletics: Ancy shatters Anjus 22-year-old National record

Sarvesh and Yoonus also set new marks in mens high jump and 1500m, respectively

The Hindu 27 Jun 2026 10:12 pm

Historic! Ancy Sojan breaks Anju Bobby George's 22-year-old national record

Kerala's Ancy Sojan created history by breaking Anju Bobby George's 22-year-old national long jump record with a leap of 6.88m at the National Inter-State Athletics Championships in Bhubaneswar. In another landmark achievement, Sarvesh Kushare set a new national high jump record of 2.31m, surpassing Tejaswin Shankar's previous mark of 2.29m.

The Times of India 27 Jun 2026 9:47 pm

T20 World Cup: Women in Blue have their task cut out against the high-flying Aussies

Since the in-form South Africans are expected to win against Bangladesh, in the first match of the double header at Lords, the fight for the semifinal spot is hard for India

The Hindu 27 Jun 2026 9:06 pm

T20 World Cup: Scotland miss out as eight teams secure automatic spots for 2028

Pakistan qualified as a result of being the tournament hosts

Espn CricInfo 27 Jun 2026 8:13 pm

Australia hold the key as India, South Africa chase semi-final spots

South Africa are the favourites to beat Bangladesh, but their poor net run rate means their chances hinge on Australia beating India

Espn CricInfo 27 Jun 2026 7:54 pm

'We Want To Play Aggressive Brand Of Cricket': Smriti Mandhana Ahead Of Australia Game

Vice-captain Smriti Mandhana on Saturday said India will play an aggressive brand of cricket against Australia in the must-win Women's T20 World Cup match in London.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 7:52 pm

From the under-17 stage in 2017 to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, footballs future steps into the present

The 2017 under-17 World Cup introduced Indian fans to a generation that is now reaching its peak. Nine years later, many of those teenagers like Nakamura, Kubo, Aurelien Tchouameni (France), Eric Garcia and Ferran Torres of Spain have become the faces of their national teams

The Hindu 27 Jun 2026 7:25 pm

Rajasthan-Born Jai Moondra, Ex-Intel Employee Who Faced Work Permit Uncertainty, Boosts Ireland To Haunt India

From chasing coding deadlines in Dublin to celebrating a famous Irish triumph over his homeland, Jai Moondra's story serves as a reminder that some dreams merely lie dormant, waiting for the right moment to resurface.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 7:23 pm

Ireland bowl as West Indies eye semi-final spot

Both teams made a change that alters the team balance

Espn CricInfo 27 Jun 2026 7:20 pm

Sad That India Lost: Jai Moondra's Mother After Ireland's Historic Win

India may have suffered a 34-run defeat to Ireland in the opening T20I in Belfast, but the biggest talking point for many in Rajasthan was the dream debut of Tonk-born left-arm pacer Jai Moondra.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 7:14 pm

India A stretch lead to 170 after Sai Sudharsan retires hurt

Nabi impressed with the ball, taking four wickets to help India A dismiss SL A for 330

Espn CricInfo 27 Jun 2026 6:53 pm

Akitaania, Ricardo, Aldgate excel

The Hindu 27 Jun 2026 6:43 pm

Zafar, Feroza lead Pakistan to consolation win

Netherlands appeared on course initially with a bright start from Heather Siegers, but lost their way dramatically

Espn CricInfo 27 Jun 2026 6:36 pm

All You Need To Know About Cristiano Ronaldo's New Boots For FIFA World Cup: 'Gold Scorpion' Mercurial Superfly 11

Portugal football icon Cristiano Ronaldo was spotted training while wearing special golden-coloured shoes ahead of his side's final group-stage FIFA World Cup clash against Colombia

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 6:33 pm

Backing without clarity: Ashwin questions Gambhir's 'wrong utilisation' of Sundar

In the first T20I against Ireland, he bowled only one over, introduced in the 16th over of the innings, and later scored 9 off 12 balls after coming in at No. 6.

The Times of India 27 Jun 2026 6:22 pm

Zimbabwe look to build on rare Test momentum against Bangladesh

Ngarava begins his captaincy stint as Zimbabwe seek to back up last year's Sylhet win over a confident Bangladesh

Espn CricInfo 27 Jun 2026 5:42 pm

Capsey: My batting feels in a better place

After a phase of 11 innings and 20 months without a half-century in T20Is, the England No. 4 has turned a page in her career

Espn CricInfo 27 Jun 2026 5:41 pm

Uruguay Manager Shouts At Reporter After Team's FIFA World Cup Exit

Coach Marcelo Bielsa looked desolate after Uruguay's World Cup campaign ended in disappointment Friday.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 5:39 pm

Who Is Enrique Macaya Marquez? 91-Year-Old Reporter Who Got Special Tribute From Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni

18 World Cups! Enrique Macaya Marquez has covered all of them as a journalist. The astounding achievement was acknowledged by Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 5:30 pm

Romelu Lukaku becomes Belgium's highest FIFA WC scorer with record-breaking goal

Lukaku reached the milestone during Belgium's comfortable win, which helped them finish at the top of Group G.

The Times of India 27 Jun 2026 4:57 pm

'He asks questions all the time': Abhishek reveals what Sooryavanshi is like

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is making waves in Indian cricket after a stellar IPL 2026 and a record-breaking List A innings. Despite a maiden T20I call-up for the Ireland tour, he was benched for the first match. Teammate Abhishek Sharma praised his eagerness to learn, while the team's batting struggles in the opener have intensified calls for Sooryavanshi's debut.

The Times of India 27 Jun 2026 4:44 pm

GCL Season 4 Draft: Carlsen returns, Divya set for debut - all you need to know

The Global Chess League (GCL) Season 4 Player Draft will be held in Mumbai on June 29, with the tournament set to take place in Bengaluru from September 3-13. World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen returns after missing last season, while FIDE Women's World Cup champion Divya Deshmukh will make her debut. The player pool features 36 Grandmasters, including Viswanathan Anand and Ian Nepomniachtchi.

The Times of India 27 Jun 2026 4:40 pm

France Ligue 1 Manager's Picked His Successor In Last Wish. Club Did This

Julien Lachuer played for Brest as a goalkeeper before joining the coaching staff in 2010.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 4:20 pm

Does Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Have Potential To Play Tests For India? Dilip Vengsarkar Gives Honest Verdict

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi plays some unreal shots with his hand-eye coordination, which makes his batting unbelievable, says former India captain and chairman of selectors Dilip Vengsarkar.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 4:03 pm

'No one drops catches on purpose': Shafali brushes aside 's fielding concerns

Sunday's matches will decide which teams from Group A reach the semi-finals. South Africa, on six points, will face Bangladesh, who have four points. India, also on six points, will then take on unbeaten Australia, who have eight points.

The Times of India 27 Jun 2026 4:01 pm

Iran Captain Mehdi Taremi Reacts To World Cup 'Pride Match' Controversy

Mehdi Taremi was asked about the fixture being promoted as a pride game and whether it had any impact on the Iranian team.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 3:53 pm

'Sooryavanshi is breathing down his neck': Samson gets blunt warning

Following India's T20I loss to Ireland, former player Sanjay Manjrekar warns Sanju Samson about the rising competition. With young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi on the horizon, Samson faces pressure to perform. While Sooryavanshi's talent is acknowledged, Manjrekar suggests he might not have single-handedly altered the game's outcome, emphasizing the difficulty of the chase and the current lack of openings at the top of the order.

The Times of India 27 Jun 2026 3:50 pm

Dilip Vengsarkar shares his views on Rohit Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Iyer and Sarfaraz Khan

Dilip Vengsarkar shares his views on Rohit Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Iyer and Sarfaraz Khan

The Times of India 27 Jun 2026 3:42 pm

5 Streamers Who Got Raided by Police Mid-Stream

A fake phone call is all it takes to send armed police into a live stream. These five streamers found that out with their cameras still running and people watching.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 3:38 pm

From The Rock To Roman Reigns: The Richest Samoan WWE Legends In 2026

One family tree, one industry, and a financial footprint that runs from Hollywood's highest-paid actor to a billion-dollar wrestling business. Here is how the Anoa'i dynasty built its fortune.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 3:36 pm

Drake Maye Enjoys Romantic Getaway With Wife as Bold New England Patriots QB Ranking Sparks Fresh Debate

The young quarterback Drake Maye was on a lovely vacation with his wife, Ann Michael Maye, but also found himself in a fresh conversation after a respected NFL analyst placed many quarterbacks ahead of him despite a strong 2025 campaign.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 3:33 pm

New WWE Champion Crowned Right Before Night of Champions 2026

WWE confirmed a surprise WWE ID Men's Championship change just hours before Night of Champions 2026. Max Abrams defeated Chazz Starboy Hall in Atlanta, ending Hall's 95-day reign, as attention now shifts to the premium live event in Riyadh.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 3:28 pm

Pakistan bat against Netherlands; bring in Eyman Fatima, Tuba Hassan

Netherlands made one change with Heather Siegers replacing Myrthe van den Raad

Espn CricInfo 27 Jun 2026 3:13 pm

Iran Coach Slams USA After WC Draw vs Egypt, Makes Huge Appeal To FIFA

Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei lashed out at the travel restrictions imposed on his team by the United States after Iran's dramatic 1-1 draw against Egypt in their final FIFA World Cup group-stage match in Seattle on Saturday.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 3:09 pm

Sanju Samson Sent Brutal 'Vaibhav Sooryavanshi' Warning After Poor Show Against Ireland

Former Indian cricket team batter Sanjay Manjrekar said that Sanju Samson needs to be 'careful' following his disappointing show in the first T20I encounter against Ireland.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 3:08 pm

Desperate India Face Australia In Do-Or-Die Women's T20 World Cup Clash

With a place in the Women's T20 World Cup semifinals on the line, India will be desperate to overcome their fielding and batting woes when they take on six-time champions Australia in their final Group A clash.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 3:00 pm

Watch: Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Thierry Henry Replicate Norway's Viking Row Celebration On-Air

Legendary strikers Thierry Henry and Zlatan Ibrahimovic were seen replicating Norway's Viking row celebration on-air after the FIFA World Cup match against France on Saturday.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 3:00 pm

2nd T20I: India Seek Improved Batting Show To Square Ireland Series

India's star-studded top order will be under pressure to make amends when they take on a buoyant Ireland in the second and final T20I in Belfaston Sunday.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 2:55 pm

Injured Australian Pair Mathew Leckie, Jacob Italiano Out Of FIFA World Cup

Injured Australian pair Mathew Leckie and Jacob Italiano were ruled out of the World Cup Friday ahead of their last-32 clash with Egypt, leaving the Socceroos to complete the tournament with 24 players

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 2:49 pm

India vs Ireland T20: 'We failed... they deserved to win...', Abhishek Sharma's big statement after losing to Ireland, video goes viral

India vs Ireland T20: Abhishek Sharma attended the press conference after losing the first T20 against Ireland. He was the only one who batted brilliantly. Find out what he had to say after the defeat.Abhishek Sharma StatementThe Irish cricket team pulled off a major upset with a resound...

Kalam Times 27 Jun 2026 2:45 pm

Romelu Lukaku Achieves Historic Feat As Belgium Enter World Cup Round Of 32

The 33-year-old achieved the milestone in the 86th minute of the match, taking his World Cup tally to six goals

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 2:40 pm

WWE Night Of Champions 2026 Predictions For Every Match, Championship, And King of the Ring Final

WWE News: WWE Night of Champions 2026 is loaded with championship matches, King and Queen of the Ring finals, and a steel cage showdown. Here's our match-by-match predictions, including Cody Rhodes, Seth Rollins, Jey Uso, Iyo Sky and more.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 2:38 pm

Neeraj Chopra to compete at Asian Games 2026, AFI confirms

The two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra has already confirmed his participation in the Commonwealth Games, and the AFI has now made it clear that he will also be part of India's campaign at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya from September 19 to October 4.

The Times of India 27 Jun 2026 2:37 pm

Is IShowSpeed Joining WWE? YouTube Star Finally Answers The Big Question

IShowSpeed has finally addressed whether he plans to make WWE a bigger part of his career. After memorable appearances at Royal Rumble 2025 and WrestleMania 42, the YouTube star shared where wrestling fits into his future plans.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 2:35 pm

Who Is BabyJayne? Trans YouTuber Claims She Had An Explicit Relationship With ChudTheBuilder

A Trans Woman and YouTuber called BabyJayne has made a series of allegations about streamer ChudTheBuilder in a new 43-minute video, where she claims they had a past relationship and shares what she says are photos and private messages.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 2:34 pm

Defending Champion Neeraj Chopra To Compete In Asian Games In Japan

Recovering from a lower back injury he had sustained before the Tokyo World Championships in September 2025, Neeraj Chopra made a late start to the season at the Doha Diamond League where he finished fourth with a throw of 85.69m.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 2:28 pm

Forgive Us: Iran Footballer's Emotional Message After 1-1 Draw Against Egypt At FIFA World Cup 2026

Iran defender Ramin Rezaeian fought back tears after his side's 1-1 draw against Egypt, apologising to supporters and expressing hope that the team could still lift the spirits of the nation by reaching the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 2:16 pm

FIFA World Cup: Iran's locker room message after Egypt draw goes viral

Iran's football team garnered admiration for their sportsmanship, leaving a heartfelt message in the dressing room after their World Cup draw against Egypt. The note emphasized respect and fair play over victory. This follows a similar gesture after their match against Belgium. On the field, Egypt achieved a historic World Cup knockout stage qualification with the 1-1 draw.

The Times of India 27 Jun 2026 2:15 pm

FIFA World Cup 2026 Day 16, Today's Schedule: Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal, Lionel Messi's Argentina In Action

Day 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 will mark the final set of group stage fixtures. The action begins with Harry Kane's England facing Panama in a Group L clash.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 2:11 pm

Iran Leave Message On 'Fair Play' In Locker Room After Offside Row Against Egypt

Iran's national football team left a note in the Seattle locker room on fair play and sportsmanship following their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G fixture against Egypt.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 1:36 pm

FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran's Taremi criticises logistical issues, suggests side not welcome in U.S.

Who wants to help us? Who? If they want us to be out OK, let's [be] out, let's get out; But that's not fair, says Iran captain Mehdi Taremi

The Hindu 27 Jun 2026 1:18 pm

Will Vaibhav Sooryavanshi make his India debut in 2nd T20I vs Ireland?

Excitement mounts for 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's potential India debut in the second T20I against Ireland. Despite his talent, the team management, including captain Shreyas Iyer and batting coach Sitanshu Kotak, opted for experienced players in the series opener. While Sooryavanshi's chance is anticipated, the focus remains on balancing opportunities with rewarding in-form players.

The Times of India 27 Jun 2026 1:08 pm

Egypt star Mohamed Salah left Field During World Cup Match vs Iran Due To This Reason

Former Liverpool standout and Egypt forward Mohamed Salah left 1-1 draw with Iran at the World Cup midway.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 1:06 pm

Who Are Triple H And Stephanie McMahon's Kids? Meet Daughters Aurora, Murphy and Vaughn

Triple H and Stephanie McMahon are raising three daughters with very different interests. From Aurora's college softball career to Murphy's animal rescue work and Vaughn's growing love for wrestling, here's everything to know about their kids.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 12:43 pm

Abhishek: 'The areas Ireland bowled in as a unit were much better than us'

India came unstuck against Ireland's debutant quick bowlers Jai Moondra and Matt Hollard, who shared five wickets between them

Espn CricInfo 27 Jun 2026 12:36 pm

Desperate India take on Australia in do-or-die Women's T20 World Cup clash

Indias Women's T20 World Cup encounter against powerhouse Australia looms on Sunday, with a semifinal opportunity on the line. Confronted by their own struggles in the field and shaky middle-order play, captain Harmanpreet Kaur must rally her team. For India, a win is a must to keep their semifinal hopes alive, whereas Australia can afford a rare misstep after already securing their spot.

The Economic Times 27 Jun 2026 12:27 pm

FIFA World Cup 2026: Cape Verdes dream run continues, becoming smallest country into knockouts

We are proud of having arrived at this stage; we have shown that we are a small country, but that we fight for the things that we want to achieve, says Cape Verde coach Bubista

The Hindu 27 Jun 2026 12:01 pm

Father Helps Visually Impaired Son 'Experience' Cristiano Ronaldo's Goal Against Uzbekistan In World Cup - Video

In the viral video, the visually impaired kid's happiness knew no bounds as he burst into joy after his father guided him through the entire buildup that led to Cristiano Ronaldo's goal.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 12:00 pm

Iran Have Certain FIFA World Cup Last-32 Place Snatched Away

Iran were deprived of a certain place in the World Cup knockout phase when a goal in stoppage time that would have given them a 2-1 win against Egypt was disallowed.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 11:54 am

India's playing XI and game plans under scrutiny as Ireland dream big

It wasn't a case of everything going wrong for India in the first T20I, but enough things did not go to plan and Ireland, familiar with the conditions, cashed in

Espn CricInfo 27 Jun 2026 11:53 am

FIFA World Cup 2026: Egypt survives with 1-1 draw against Iran, advances past group stage for the first time

There was late drama after VAR ruled an Iran goal in the 93rd minute for offside as Egypt moved on to the knockouts, while Iran will have to wait to know their fate

The Hindu 27 Jun 2026 11:41 am

India thrash Pakistan 7-1 in FIH Mens Pro League Hockey

In FIH Mens Pro League Hockey, India thrashed Pakistan 7-1 at the Lee Valley Hockey and Centre in London last night. Abu Bakar gave Pakistan the lead in the first quarter, converting a penalty corner. India had seven different goal scorers in the match. Sukhjeet Singh and Harmanpreet Singh turned the tide against Pakistan with []

The Indian Awaaz 27 Jun 2026 11:40 am

Uruguay Crash Out Of FIFA World Cup As Spain Avoid Argentina Clash

Uruguay bowed out of the World Cup as goalkeeper Fernando Muslera's howler gifted Spain a 1-0 win in Guadalajara to secure top spot in Group H.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 11:40 am

France beat Norway 4-1 to top Group I in FIFA World Cup 2026

In FIFA World Cup 2026, France defeated Norway 4-1 in Massachusetts, US while Senegal beat Iraq 5-0 in Toronto in the final round of Group I games. France thumped Norway to finish top of Group I in the World Cup. Ousmane Dembele scored a first-half hat trick to give France a 3-1 lead over Norway. []

The Indian Awaaz 27 Jun 2026 11:39 am

Ireland beat India by 34 runs in first T20 International in Belfast

In Mens Cricket, Ireland defeated India by 34 runs in the first T20 International of the two-match series in Belfast last night. This is Irelands first victory over India in any format. Chasing 183 for victory, India were bundled out for 148 with 6 balls to spare. Earlier, put into bat, Ireland scored 182 for []

The Indian Awaaz 27 Jun 2026 11:38 am

Egypt reach FIFA World Cup knockout stage for first time

In Football, Egypt have reached the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup for the first time after a 1-1 draw with Iran in their final Group G match. Irans Ramin Rezaeian was named Player of the Match. Egypt finished the group stage unbeaten and qualified as runners-up. They will now face Australia in the []

The Indian Awaaz 27 Jun 2026 11:37 am

Couch and Pretorius take Unicorns past Orcas in scrappy, see-saw contest

There were collapses in both innings, but Brody Couch made the difference in the end with his three-for and 14-ball 26*

Espn CricInfo 27 Jun 2026 11:37 am

FIFA World Cup 2026: Trossard, De Bruyne score as Belgium defeat New Zealand 5-1 to advance

Leandro Trossard scored brace as Belgium overcame a slow start at the World Cup to advance to the knockout round with a victory over New Zealand

The Hindu 27 Jun 2026 11:12 am

Last-Minute VAR Drama Denies Iran Win Over Egypt In Crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 Clash - Video

Belgium defeated New Zealand 5-1 to book their place in the knockout rounds of the World Cup on Friday, securing their first win of the tournament to finish on top of Group G.

NDTV 27 Jun 2026 11:04 am

'Let him serve the team': Ashwin gives massive statement on Sooryavanshi's debut delay

Despite anticipation for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's debut, India's management retained their established opening pair against Ireland. Veteran spinner Ravi Ashwin endorsed this, emphasizing the learning value of observing from the sidelines. He stressed that rushing the young talent isn't beneficial, highlighting that patience and understanding team dynamics are crucial for a long, successful career, even if it means serving in a support role initially.

The Times of India 27 Jun 2026 10:50 am

FIFA reject France's poignant request to honour Didier Deschamps' late mother before Norway World Cup clash

France topped Group I with a 4-1 win over Norway at the FIFA World Cup 2026, led by Ousmane Dembls first-half hat-trick. The match was overshadowed by Didier Deschamps absence following his mothers death and FIFAs rejection of tribute requests from France. Despite the emotional backdrop, France dominated, while Norway also progressed to the Round of 32.

The Times of India 27 Jun 2026 10:47 am

FIFA World Cup 2026: Uruguay crash out of World Cup as Spain avoid Argentina clash

Two-time winners Uruguay become the highest ranked side to crash out in the group stages as the defeat rounded off a miserable tournament for Marcelo Bielsa and his squad

The Hindu 27 Jun 2026 10:25 am