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Nigar Sultana Captaincy Under Review After BCB Handshake Clarification
Bangladesh Cricket Board says Nigar Sultana’s decision not to shake hands with Harmanpreet Kaur was personal, while her captaincy will be reviewed after the Asian Games.
Asian Games 2026 Cricket Schedule Revised for Men’s Knockouts
Asian Games 2026 organisers have adjusted the men’s cricket knockout schedule to avoid poor evening light, while women’s matches and preliminary games remain unchanged.
Franco Mastantuono Breaks Messi’s Youngest Argentine Hat-Trick Record
Real Madrid loanee Franco Mastantuono scored three times for Fiorentina against Venezia, becoming the youngest Argentine to score a hat-trick in Europe’s top five leagues.
BCCI Considers Match-Availability Rule for Central Contracts
The BCCI is discussing whether Indian players should meet a minimum match-availability threshold before becoming eligible for annual central contracts.
England Beat Pakistan by 8 Wickets to Complete 3-0 Test Series Sweep
England overcame a brief chase scare before Joe Root and Jordan Cox delivered the finishing blow, securing a dominant eight-wicket victory over Pakistan in Birmingham.
Nepal Qualify for Asia Cup 2027 After 44-Run Win Over UAE
Nepal produced a dominant all-round display in Kuala Lumpur, defeating UAE by 44 runs to win the ACC Premier Cup and earn a place in the 2027 ODI Asia Cup.
Cheteshwar Pujara Revisits 2017 India vs Australia DRS Controversy and Steve Smith’s ‘Brain Fade’
Cheteshwar Pujara has revealed how Australia allegedly used a live dressing-room feed during the 2017 India series, reigniting debate over Steve Smith’s controversial DRS moment.
Sanju Samson vs Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: India’s Tough Opening Choice
India must choose between experienced campaigner Sanju Samson and teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, creating a major selection dilemma before the Afghanistan series.
Ben Shelton Reaches US Open Final, Chasing Historic Grand Slam Milestone
Ben Shelton will face Alexander Zverev in the US Open final as the American looks to become the first US man since Andy Roddick in 2003 to win a Grand Slam singles title.
India Women vs Sri Lanka Women Asia Cup Final: Spin Battle in Dubai
India Women face defending champions Sri Lanka Women in the Women’s T20 Asia Cup final, with both teams boasting strong spin attacks and unbeaten records in the tournament.
Virat Kohli Delhi Return: DDCA President Gives Major Update
Virat Kohli remains committed to representing Delhi in domestic cricket, with the DDCA president confirming that the former India captain could return whenever his international schedule and workload allow.
Ryan Garcia vs Conor Benn Purses: Reported Earnings and Fight Payouts
Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn headline a major Zuffa Boxing event in Las Vegas, with reported career earnings and estimated purses putting the spotlight on the financial side of the fight.
Trinity Rodman Reacts as Ben Shelton Reaches US Open Final
Trinity Rodman celebrated boyfriend Ben Shelton’s impressive US Open semifinal victory as the American reached his first Grand Slam final.
Juan Soto Faces Fan Backlash After Lack of Hustle in Mets vs Yankees Loss
Juan Soto was criticized by fans after his slow run to first base helped end the Mets’ comeback attempt against the New York Yankees in the Bronx.
Dan Orlovsky Warns Tua Tagovailoa After Falcons Rule Him Out for Week 1
Tua Tagovailoa’s oblique injury has ruled him out of Atlanta’s season opener, with Dan Orlovsky warning that a strong performance from Cooper Rush could make the veteran quarterback’s return to the starting role difficult.
Xabi Alonso Backs Joao Pedro for Premier League Golden Boot Challenge
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has compared Joao Pedro with former Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema and believes the Brazilian can compete with Erling Haaland for the Premier League Golden Boot.
Kylian Mbappé Names Lamine Yamal and Estêvão Among Top Young Stars
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé has praised Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal and Chelsea’s Estêvão while also highlighting Arda Güler, Endrick, Warren Zaïre-Emery and Désiré Doué.
Dez Bryant Reacts to Ja Morant’s Nike Ja 4 High With Special Request
Former Cowboys star Dez Bryant showed his excitement after Ja Morant unveiled the Nike Ja 4 High, jokingly asking the NBA star to send him a pair.