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Man United not seeking Mainoo bids but future uncertain - sources

Kobbie Mainoo's future at Manchester United is up in the air amid the midfielder's concerns over a lack of playing time, sources have told ESPN.

Alexander Isak in Sweden squad amid Liverpool transfer talk

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak has been included in Sweden's squad for World Cup qualifiers against Slovenia and Kosovo next month.

Neeraj Chopra at Diamond League Final: where to watch, timings, favourites

Neeraj Chopra will compete in his fourth Diamond League final in Zurich on Thursday.

Sanju Samson flexible enough to drop down batting order, says mentor Raiphi Gomez

Former Kerala cricketer, Raiphi Gomez, suggested that Sanju Samson is more than flexible to bat lower down the order if the team needs it considering the return of Shubman Gill in the Asia Cup 2025 squad.

BWF World Championships: PV Sindhu into R16 after 4 years, Satwik-Chirag begin with win

BWF World Championships 2025: PV Sindhu came back from behind to beat Malaysia's Karupathevan Letshanaa in the second round. The 2019 champion will face a stern test in the pre-quarterfinals on Thursday.

Duleep Trophy 2025: Full squads, schedule, livestreaming details and more

The Indian domestic season is all set to start with the Duleep Trophy starting on August 28. With the selectors keeping a keen eye on domestic performances, the players will be eager to impress during the tournament being played in Bengaluru.

Ajith Narayana wins gold, Nirupama Devi Seram clinches silver at Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships

Indian weightlifters showcased a dominant performance at the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships in Ahmedabad. Ajith Narayana and Nirupama Devi Seram secured gold and silver medals respectively in senior events. Hemanta Doimari and Bidusmita Bhoi won gold in the junior category. Narayana also set new Commonwealth records. The strong showing highlighted India's strength in weightlifting at the Commonwealth level.

Diamond League Final: 'Technically not perfect' - Neeraj Chopra on breaching 90m mark

Neeraj Chopra, despite his impressive 90.23m throw in Doha, believes he's yet to achieve technical perfection. Ahead of the Diamond League Finals in Zurich, Chopra highlighted the need to better utilize his run-up speed and improve his blocking technique. He credited coach Jan Zelezny for his guidance and emphasized the importance of adapting to external conditions.

Ravichandran Ashwin calls time on IPL career, set to explore foreign leagues

Ravichandran Ashwin, the veteran Indian off-spinner, has announced his retirement from the IPL after a stellar 17-year career. Ashwin expressed gratitude to the franchises and the BCCI. He hinted at exploring opportunities in other global leagues like The Hundred and SA T20. The veteran spinner ended his IPL career with the Chennai Super Kings.

Sehwag junior arrives! Aaryavir Sehwag smashes boundaries for fun

Virender Sehwag's son, Aaryavir, debuted in the Delhi Premier League for Central Delhi Kings, opening the batting like his father. The 17-year-old hit impressive boundaries against Navdeep Saini and Rounak Waghela, scoring 22 off 16 balls. Aaryavir shared memories of watching his father play, acknowledging the inspiration he draws from Sehwag's career and understanding his greatness as a player.

1 ball, 3 sixes, 22 runs! RCB batter pulls off the unthinkable

West Indies' Romario Shepherd stunned the CPL 2025, blasting 22 runs off a single legal delivery while playing for Guyana Amazon Warriors against St Lucia Kings. Shepherd's explosive, unbeaten 73 off 34 balls, following his IPL stint with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, powered the Warriors to 202. However, it proved futile as St Lucia Kings won the game with 11 runs to spare.

Diamond League Final: Neeraj Chopra's event preview, time and live telecast in India

India's javelin star Neeraj Chopra is set for the Diamond League Final 2025 in Zurich. He aims to reclaim his title at Letzigrund Stadium. The event is scheduled for Thursday, August 28. Chopra has already qualified, showcasing strong performances this season. He will face tough competition, including Anderson Peters and Julian Weber.

Four balls, two wickets! 43-year-old James Anderson shines in the Hundred - Watch

James Anderson, playing for Manchester Originals, took two wickets against Northern Superchargers. Jos Buttler's brilliant 70 helped Manchester chase down the target easily. Thomas Aspinwall also contributed with three wickets. Despite the victory, Manchester didn't qualify for the play-offs. Northern Superchargers secured a play-off spot and will face Trent Rockets. The winner will play Oval Invincibles in the final.

Anish Bhanwala wins 25m rapid fire pistol silver medal at Asian Championships; team also wins silver

Anish Bhanwala clinched a silver medal in the rapid fire pistol event at the Asian Shooting Championships in Kazakhstan. The Indian team also secured silver in the team event, while South Korea took gold. In the non-Olympic 50m pistol discipline, the Indian team won silver, and the junior team claimed gold.

'I'll go insane': Pacer who missed India-England Test series reveals injury layoff struggle

England's fast bowler Mark Wood is set to return to county cricket next month, aiming to play for Durham in September after recovering from a knee injury that sidelined him since February. Wood is cautiously preparing for the Ashes series in Australia later this year, with England's management prioritizing his long-term fitness.

'We can't forget Pahalgam': Virender Sehwag under fire for promoting India vs Pakistan Asia Cup clash

The Asia Cup 2025 is embroiled in controversy after Sony Sports Network's promotional video, highlighting the India-Pakistan rivalry, sparked outrage due to heightened tensions following a terror attack. Fans are calling for boycotts, overshadowing India's first major tournament without Kohli and Sharma. Suryakumar Yadav leads a youthful squad in Group A, facing UAE, Oman, and Pakistan.

Bat felt wider: England pacer recalls battles against Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli

England pacer Mark Wood opened up on his toughest Indian opponents, recalling why Rohit Sharma's short-ball game, Virat Kohli's fierce competitiveness, and Rishabh Pant's unpredictability made them three of the most difficult batters he has ever faced.

Centre clears India's Commonwealth Games 2030 bid, names Ahmedabad as ideal host

The Union Cabinet has approved India's bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad. This move aims to boost the country's sports profile and support its Olympic hosting ambitions.

Pro-wrestler assault: Hospitalised Stu gets financial support after horrible attack

WWE Superstar Rusev showed strong support for injured wrestler Syko Stu after Raja Jackson's unscripted attack on him. Rusev boosted a GoFundMe that has already got around 138K US Dollars so far.

After IPL retirement, R Ashwin keen to take part in The Hundred: Report

After retiring from the IPL, Ravichandran Ashwin is eyeing overseas leagues, with reports linking him to The Hundred in 2026. The spin legend could boost the tournament's profile, though his participation is yet to be confirmed.