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'False and malicious': Imane Khelif slams retirement rumours

Algerian Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif has refuted claims made by her former manager, Nasser Yesfah, regarding her retirement from boxing. Khelif, who secured gold in the women’s 66kg category at the Paris Games, firmly stated on her Facebook page that the reports are false and accused Yesfah of betrayal.

Asia Cup | Hardik Pandya loses vice-captaincy: India's World Cup-winning star makes big comment

The BCCI selection panel, led by Ajit Agarkar, announced India's squad for the Asia Cup 2025, naming Suryakumar Yadav as captain and Shubman Gill as vice-captain. The exclusion of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shreyas Iyer has raised eyebrows, with Madan Lal questioning Jaiswal's omission and Hardik Pandya's changed role.

Shock in cricket world! ICC breaks silence after Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli go missing from ODI rankings

A technical error briefly removed Indian cricket stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli from the ICC ODI batting rankings, causing confusion as both remain active in the format. Sharma, recently ranked No. 2, and Kohli, at fourth, disappeared from the top 100 before being swiftly reinstated by the ICC after investigation.

Asia Cup: 'Sanju's place is under threat' - Shubman Gill's inclusion leaves Samson in an unchartered territory

Shubman Gill's Asia Cup vice-captaincy has ignited debate over Sanju Samson's T20 role, fueled by selection order speculation. R Ashwin criticized the management's decision, fearing Samson's exclusion. Agarkar deferred to the team management for the final XI, acknowledging both Gill and Samson's recent form, leaving Samson's place uncertain despite his performances.

Pushing boundaries: How six-hitting changed T20 cricket; India’s surge in the big-hit race

T20 cricket has undergone a six-hitting revolution, transforming batting from risk-averse accumulation to power-driven aggression. India, once lagging behind, now match the world’s best with a six every 12 balls in 2024. With IPL and internationals fuelling the trend, six-hitting is now the currency of modern T20 cricket.

Cricketer penalised for obscenity: Australia spinner reprimanded by ICC - see details

Australian leg-spinner Adam Zampa has been reprimanded by the ICC for using inappropriate language during the first ODI against South Africa. Zampa admitted to the offense, which occurred after a misfield. He received one demerit point. South Africa won the match by 98 runs, with Keshav Maharaj taking five wickets.

Jacob Bethell to become England's youngest captain; former cricketer opens up: 'A lack of respect for Ireland'

Mark Butcher questions Jacob Bethell's captaincy for the Ireland T20Is. Butcher highlights Bethell's limited summer cricket. He points out the absence of key players like Harry Brook. Butcher suggests it disrespects Ireland's cricket. The series features players like Jordan Cox and Liam Livingstone. Butcher questions the necessity of Bethell's role given upcoming Ashes.

Arjun Tendulkar engaged to Saaniya Chandok: Has Sachin’s son shared anything on Instagram?

Arjun Tendulkar is reportedly engaged to Saaniya Chandok, though the Tendulkar family has not officially confirmed the news. The intimate ceremony was family-oriented, connecting the Tendulkar and Chandok families. Arjun, who plays for Mumbai Indians and represents Goa in domestic cricket, balances his personal milestone with his developing cricketing career.

Eze and Guéhi to start in Palace Conference League opener

Oliver Glasner has said that Eberechi Eze and Marc Guéhi will both start Crystal Palace's Conference League play-off first leg against Fredrikstad.

Source: Fever's Caitlin Clark suffered bone bruise in workout

Fever star Caitlin Clark, already out with a groin issue, suffered a bone bruise on her left ankle during a workout earlier this month, a source told ESPN, confirming a Fieldhouse Files report.

Coco Gauff fires coach ahead of US Open, source confirms

Coco Gauff has not made a formal announcement, but a source confirmed to ESPN on Wednesday that the world No. 3 player has fired coach Matthew Daly and brought in Gavin MacMillan.

Neymar reasons with upset Santos fans at training ground

The fallout from Santos' 6-0 defeat against Vasco da Gama continued on Tuesday as Neymar confronted angry fans at the club's training ground.

Sources: Arsenal set to hijack Tottenham's move for Eberechi Eze

Arsenal have agreed to a fee of close to £68 million ($92m) with Crystal Palace for midfielder Eberechi Eze, sources have told ESPN.

Historic! R Praggnanandhaa becomes new World No. 3 after beating D Gukesh at Sinquefield Cup chess tournament

Indian chess player R Praggnanandhaa has achieved a milestone. He defeated D Gukesh at the Sinquefield Cup. Praggnanandhaa is now ranked World No. 3. He has a live rating of 2784.1 points. Only Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura are ahead of him. Praggnanandhaa shares the tournament lead with Levon Aronian. The Sinquefield Cup has a prize pool of USD 350,000.

Vinod Kambli health update | 'He needs your love and support,' says brother, hopeful of full recovery

Former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli is facing health challenges, battling a urinary infection and speech difficulties. His brother, Virendra, shared an emotional update, revealing Kambli's slow recovery and ongoing treatment after a recent hospital stay. Despite financial struggles and personal challenges, Kambli's family remains his strongest support.

Chahal vs Dhanashree | 'Million feelings ...': Yuzvendra Chahal posts four-word cryptic message after ex-wife’s viral remarks

Following Dhanashree Verma's emotional revelations about their divorce and criticism of Yuzvendra Chahal's attire during the court hearing, the cricketer has responded with a cryptic Instagram post. Chahal shared pictures of himself with the caption "Million feelings, Zero words," adding another layer to the public saga. Dhanashree's podcast comments and Chahal's reaction have ignited a social media storm.

Forget Sachin Tendulkar, this batter gave Wasim Akram sleepless nights

Wasim Akram revealed that Adam Gilchrist and Sanath Jayasuriya were the toughest batters he faced in ODIs, even more so than Sachin Tendulkar. He also expressed his admiration for Malcolm Marshall as the best bowler and hopes to witness a Test series between India and Pakistan in his lifetime.

ICC ODI Rankings | 35-year-old South African back as No.1 bowler, two Indians in Top 10; Namibia spinner in Top 5

Keshav Maharaj has regained the top spot in the ICC ODI bowling rankings, surpassing Kuldeep Yadav, who now ranks third. Namibia's Bernard Scholtz made a significant leap to fourth, marking a milestone for Associate cricket. Shubman Gill remains the top ODI batter, while India's Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma lead the T20I batting rankings, showcasing India's dominance in both formats.

National Sports Governance Act | 'It gives us a solid framework to take Indian sports to new heights': Abhinav Bindra

Olympic champion Abhinav Bindra supports the National Sports Governance Act, highlighting its potential to elevate Indian sports. Approved by both houses of Parliament and signed by the President, the act aims to revolutionize sports administration. Bindra emphasizes the act's athlete-centric approach, the establishment of a sports tribunal for dispute resolution, and the promotion of gender equality within sports bodies.

'Jyada gyaan mat do': 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi receives golden advice - Watch video

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old cricketer, was bought by Rajasthan Royals. He scored 252 runs in IPL 2025 with a record-breaking century. Ambati Rayudu praised Vaibhav's talent and bat speed. Rayudu hopes Vaibhav will represent India soon. Vaibhav will join India U-19 team against Australia. The series will start on September 21 in Brisbane. Rahul Dravid will guide him.