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  1. Satwik-Chirag breach Great Wall, China Masters win boosts Asian Games hopesSatwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have emerged victorious at the China Masters BWF Super 750 tournament. In a riveting final against He Ji Ting and Ren Xiang Yu, the Indian pair turned the tide after a shaky start. Their adaptability and strategic finesse played a vital role in their triumph
  2. ‘Long dream’: Nihal Sarin 'excited' but 'not thinking about' Olympiad title defenceNihal Sarin is excited to represent India at the Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, where India will defend its Open title, but is currently focused on the Global Chess League. The 22-year-old calls the Olympiad a long-time dream. Meanwhile, American Gambits lead the GCL standings after two days, despite
  3. ‘Cosmetic surgery’ won’t fix Pakistan: Misbah takes aim at PCB after stepping downMisbah-ul-Haq, the former captain of Pakistan, has voiced his disappointment with the Pakistan Cricket Board's inconsistent policies, particularly regarding the treatment of local versus foreign coaches. He emphasized that knee-jerk reactions under pressure fail to solve issues, and advocated for a
  4. 'Pakistan on ventilator': Shoaib Akhtar reveals PCB’s 'nothing' expectationPakistan Cricket Board is undertaking a significant rebuilding phase following poor tour performances. Senior players have been removed from the squad for the final Test match. Former bowler Shoaib Akhtar believes the board has lost confidence in the current team. He stressed the need to protect the
  5. Haaland scripts history, breaks Ronaldo and Mbappe’s scoring mark with 300 goalsErling Haaland reached 300 club career goals in just 368 appearances as Manchester City beat Coventry 1-0. His landmark strike puts him behind only Lionel Messi, who reached 300 in 365 games, while Haaland remains on course to surpass Sergio Aguero as City’s all-time leading scorer. The milestone ca
  6. Ronaldo slammed after being caught spying on rival’s tactics in season’s first defeatCristiano Ronaldo was caught appearing to peek at Al-Ittihad’s tactical note during Al-Nassr’s clash, only for opponents to mock him after a 2-0 defeat. Ronaldo and Danilo shared a laugh over the cheeky moment, but Al-Ittihad had the final word, posting “Cheating and still losing!” as Al-Nassr suffe
  7. 20-year wait ends: India qualify for AFC U20 Asian CupWith Syria losing 0-3 to Uzbekistan, India finished second in Group B and qualified for the AFC U20 Asian Cup main tournament after 20 years as one of the seven best runners-up teams across the eight groups. India last played in the AFC U20 Asian Cup main tournament in 2006.
  8. Kylian Mbappe rated 1/10 and branded ‘selfish’ after Betis defeat and penalty missKylian Mbappe endured a difficult night as Real Madrid suffered their first defeat of the season, losing 1-0 to Real Betis. The French forward missed a late penalty and received brutal 1/10 and 2/10 ratings from Spanish and French outlets. Despite the criticism, Jose Mourinho defended Mbappe, insist
  9. Gianni Infantino to run for fourth term as FIFA presidentGianni Infantino is seeking a fourth and final term that would keep him in charge of FIFA until 2031. His decision comes despite calls from several football bodies and national associations for him to step down. FIFA said there has been no change in Infantino's plans to run for another term.
  10. WATCH: Leclerc's Ferrari wrecked in brutal Monza crash, Scuderia home race turns chaoticAt Monza, Charles Leclerc experienced a severe crash that halted the race with a red flag, disrupting Ferrari's home grand prix. Fortunately, he emerged from his wrecked car unscathed. After a restart led by George Russell, Kimi Antonelli impressively raced to victory from a lower starting position,
  11. 'Win against India damaged us a lot': Yousuf explains Pakistan cricket's declinePakistan had never beaten India in a World Cup before that match in 2021. Babar Azam scored an unbeaten 68, while Mohammad Rizwan made 79 not out as Pakistan chased down 152 without losing a wicket. The win was celebrated as a historic moment for Pakistan cricket. However, Yousuf believes the victor
  12. Duleep Trophy Final: East Zone finish day 1 on 385/4 as Ishan remains unbeaten on 111Ishan Kishan's remarkable unbeaten century helped East Zone reach a commendable 385 for four at the close of play on day one. He formed a solid partnership with Kumar Kushagra, who also finished the day not out on 63 runs. The opening duo, Abhimanyu Easwaran and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, laid a robust f
  13. 'Pakistan cricket in shambles, all-time low': Ex-cricketer tears into PCBSeven players, head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul were sent home. White-ball coaches Mike Hesson and Ashley Noffke were asked to take charge of the red-ball team, while former captain Misbah-ul-Haq resigned from the selection panel and also stepped away from his batting consultant
  14. Kramnik reacts to Aronian’s 'modest confidence' after grandmaster says he is better than manyLevon Aronian described his ascent to the world number two ranking as a miracle in his chess journey. Despite not clinching the classical World Championship title, he has no regrets. Former champion Vladimir Kramnik commented on Aronian's modest view of his own skills, recognizing Aronian's outstand
  15. Max Verstappen’s Monza story: From fastest lap in F1 history to P5 start at 2026In an explosive display of speed, Max Verstappen shattered two Formula 1 records at Monza in 2025. With an average of 264.682 km/h, he clocked the fastest qualifying lap in history, while the 2025 Italian Grand Prix itself marked a record for the quickest race ever. Despite this success, Verstappen'
  16. Handshake goes wrong: Magnus Carlsen and Vachier-Lagrave share hilarious momentWhile American Gambits enjoyed a memorable opening day, Magnus Carlsen's return was another major talking point. The Norwegian returned to the Global Chess League (GCL) after missing last year's edition in Mumbai. Representing defending champions Alpine APL Pipers, Carlsen was held to a draw by Maxi
  17. Watch: Tilak Varma’s intense exchange with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in Duleep Trophy finalSouth Zone captain Tilak Varma spoke to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi during the Duleep Trophy final. The 15-year-old batter showed aggression against experienced bowlers like Mohammed Siraj. Sooryavanshi reached a promising start but missed another century, falling for 44. He had also missed a century in th
  18. 1 ball, 8 runs: How Andrew Symonds pulled off one of cricket’s rarest featsIn an extraordinary cricket moment, Andrew Symonds managed to score eight runs from a single ball during a 2008 Test matchup with New Zealand. This bizarre achievement happened when Symonds pulled the ball and capitalized on multiple overthrows by the New Zealand players. This instance stands out as
  19. Fatima Sana’s fiery Shafali send-off draws savage response: ‘Your team scored 55’Pakistan's captain Fatima Sana delivered a dramatic send-off to Shafali Verma after claiming her wicket, but India's response was decisive as they easily chased down a lacking total of fifty-five runs. Despite Fatima's stellar effort of taking three wickets amid a batting downfall for Pakistan, Harm
  20. 4, 6, 4! Sooryavanshi takes on Mohammed Siraj in Duleep Trophy final - WatchOpening the innings alongside Abhimanyu Easwaran, Sooryavanshi gave East Zone a fiery start in the first session. The pair continued the good partnership they had built during the knockout matches and helped their team settle quickly.
  21. ‘Shouldn’t have closed door on Shami’: Ex-India coach questions Agarkar-led selectorsFormer India bowling coach Bharat Arun questions Mohammed Shami's current exclusion from the national team. He believes the veteran pacer still possesses significant talent and durability for cricket. Shami has not played for India since the March 2025 Champions Trophy tournament. East Zone captain
  22. Indian spinner takes five-for in England, seals 213-run win in CountySai Kishore returned figures of 5-20 from 18 overs as Derbyshire, chasing 319, were bowled out for 105 inside 39 overs during the final session of the match.
  23. India thrash Pakistan for 55, Wahab Riaz still calls them ‘best side’ in Asia CupIn a crushing defeat, Pakistan's women faced a historic batting collapse against India in the Women's Asia Cup, recording their lowest T20I score. Despite this setback, mentor Wahab Riaz remains optimistic about the squad's future potential, citing necessary changes for upcoming tournaments. To move
  24. ‘200, 300 mar de’: Coach's demand from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi ahead of DT finalThis Sunday, the Duleep Trophy final unfolds with East Zone taking on South Zone. Promising young talent Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stands out as a pivotal player for East Zone. His coach is optimistic about a noteworthy performance that could elevate his profile. Selectors are closely watching players fr
  25. 'Like his chess, not personality': Russian GM on Niemann's 'FIDE must punish' remarksIan Nepomniachtchi has praised Hans Niemann as a “very good and formidable player” but said he does not like the American’s personality. In an exclusive interview with TimesofIndia.com, the Russian grandmaster reacted to Niemann’s recent call for FIDE to punish players over public accusations, sayin
  26. Rumesh Pathirage makes history with 89.04m throw to win Diamond League FinalRumesh Tharanga Pathirage has made waves in the athletics world by securing the Diamond League Final javelin title in Brussels, throwing an incredible 89.04 meters in his third attempt. This victory signifies his second major achievement in a breakout season, following his Commonwealth Games gold me
  27. 'Fed up': The story behind Russia No. 1 Ian Nepomniachtchi's tattoosRussia’s No. 1 chess grandmaster Ian Nepomniachtchi has two tattoos. Both carry different stories. His left-arm full sleeve took eight sessions over eight months, with flights from Moscow to Munich to meet his tattoo artist. From a phoenix and a favourite quote to Greek mythology, chess pieces and t
  28. ‘Aaj Sunday hai kya?’: Irfan Pathan trolls Pakistan after India’s crushing winIn a dominating performance, India triumphed over Pakistan by seven wickets in the Women's Asia Cup 2026. The young spinners Shree Charani and Prema Rawat played pivotal roles in dismantling the Pakistan batting lineup, which mustered a mere 55 runs, their lowest in T20 history. Captain Harmanpreet
  29. Trinity Rodman's US Open moment reveals an old habit in sports broadcasting: introducing women by their relationships firstTrinity Rodman was introduced at the US Open as Ben Shelton’s girlfriend, frustrating fans who felt her Olympic and football achievements deserved greater recognition. Despite being an Olympic gold medallist, NWSL champion and highest-paid women’s footballer, Rodman was presented through her relatio
  30. Shafali scripts history, becomes fastest and youngest to reach 3,000 T20I runsAt just twenty-two years and 220 days old, Shafali Verma made history by becoming the youngest player ever to score 3,000 runs in T20 internationals. She also claimed the title for the fastest to reach this milestone in terms of balls faced. In a decisive match, India easily chased down Pakistan's m
  31. India crush Pakistan by 7 wickets after spin attack bundles them out for 55In a stunning performance, India triumphed over Pakistan by seven wickets during their Group A encounter. Pakistan struggled significantly, managing a mere 55 runs, marking their lowest T20I score. India's spinners dominated, with Shree Charani leading the charge by taking three wickets. Shafali Ver
  32. India’s spin chokehold leaves Pak in tatters: 55 all out is their lowest-ever totalPakistan suffered their lowest T20I score ever, bowled out for just 55 runs. India's bowlers, led by Charani and Rawat, triggered a dramatic batting collapse. Pakistan lost six wickets for only eight runs after a promising start. This historic low occurred during Pakistan's 200th T20 International m
  33. ‘Remarkable’: Ganguly’s special message for Shami ahead of 100th first-class gameMohammed Shami will play his 100th first-class match in the Duleep Trophy final. Sourav Ganguly congratulated Shami on this significant career milestone. Ganguly highlighted the difficulty for subcontinent fast bowlers to sustain careers. Shami is currently aiming for an international recall after a
  34. ‘No handshake’ again: Harmanpreet, Fatima avoid customary gesture at Asia Cup tossThe long-standing no-handshake tradition persisted between the captains of India and Pakistan during the Asia Cup match. In Dubai, Fatima Sana won the toss and elected to bat first. Notably, Harmanpreet Kaur marked her 150th T20I match as captain. With both teams already in the semi-finals, India's
  35. Harmanpreet creates history, becomes first cricketer ever to captain in 150 T20IsIn a remarkable achievement, Harmanpreet Kaur captained her 150th T20I match during the Women's Asia Cup against Pakistan, solidifying her status as a leading figure in women's cricket. Her focus remains on enjoying the sport rather than tallying numbers, and this milestone places her ahead of many
  36. ‘This isn’t politics’: Brian Lara backs Imran Khan, calls for dignity and proper careBrian Lara and Pat Cummins join former captains supporting Imran Khan's treatment. They are calling for independent medical assessments and humane care. Concerns focus on Khan's reported vision problems while in custody. Khan denies corruption charges, which supporters claim are politically motivate
  37. Raina’s blueprint for India: Backs Abhishek for Test, calls Pant white-ball 'X-factor'Suresh Raina expressed confidence in Abhishek Sharma's potential to succeed in Test cricket. He also highlighted Rishabh Pant as an impressive asset in white-ball formats. Notably, Pant has become a pivotal figure in India's red-ball squad. Raina's insights on fostering player development and promot
  38. Sooryavanshi faces another big test: his first five-day game in Duleep Trophy finalAt just 15, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is set to make his mark in the Duleep Trophy final, playing his inaugural five-day first-class match for East Zone. With a string of impressive achievements including record-breaking performances in the IPL and his international debut, this match will test his versat
  39. Messi and Ronaldo could finally play together for first time after special inviteCarlos Tevez is planning a star-studded farewell match at Boca Juniors’ La Bombonera, with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo both invited. Tevez hopes to reunite the longtime rivals as teammates for one night, alongside legends including Rooney, Scholes, Pirlo, Ferdinand, Vidic, Buffon and Van der
  40. Kimi Antonelli heads into Monza GP as first Italian championship leader since 1953Andrea Kimi Antonelli enters his home race leading the 2026 Formula 1 championship, becoming the first Italian driver to hold this position before Monza in over seven decades. With an impressive six wins and six pole positions under his belt this season, the stakes heighten as he faces a grid penalt

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