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'How many more days in this?': Rishabh Pant's injury update goes viral

Rishabh Pant is determined to get back on the cricket field after fracturing his toe during the Test match against England. Pant shared a photo of his bandaged foot on Instagram, expressing his eagerness to recover.

PM Narendra Modi's touching tribute to retired Cheteshwar Pujara: 'Team's fate was in safe hands'

Cheteshwar Pujara, after retiring from all cricket forms, received a heartfelt appreciation letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, acknowledging his significant contributions to Indian cricket. Modi lauded Pujara's resilience, temperament, and pivotal role in Test cricket, especially his remarkable performances in challenging overseas conditions.

'Woh phone uthaye hain na?': Ex-cricketer's dig at MS Dhoni amid Team India mentorship role talks

Reports suggest the BCCI has approached MS Dhoni to mentor the Indian team for the upcoming T20 World Cup. Manoj Tiwary humorously commented on Dhoni's elusiveness, questioning his availability. Tiwary also highlighted the potential benefits of Dhoni's experience and the intriguing prospect of him working alongside Gautam Gambhir, while emphasizing that Dhoni's acceptance of the role remains uncertain.

Should Jasprit Bumrah skip IPL ahead of five-match Test series? Bharat Arun gives his take

Bharat Arun suggests Jasprit Bumrah should prioritize Test series over the Indian Premier League. Arun feels Bumrah should be adequately compensated by the Board of Control for Cricket in India. He cites Cricket Australia's policy of resting key bowlers for important series. Arun praises Mohammed Siraj's consistent high energy and intensity.

Headline: Premier League Managers Blast VAR After Contentious Decisions Impact Fulham, Burnley Results

Burnley manager Scott Parker and his Fulham counterpart Marco Silva both expressed their dismay with VAR after crucial decisions against their teams.

Vinícius Júnior Nets Winner, Earns High Praise From Alonso in Real Madrid Return

Xabi Alonso praised Vinícius Júnior's performance after the Real Madrid star celebrated his return to the team by scoring in a 2-1 win over Mallorca.

India vs. Japan Clash in Men's Hockey Asia Cup: Live Scores, Updates & Analysis

Catch all the LIVE updates from Asia Cup match between India and Japan.

'I am addicted to boxing and still hungry for more medals': Lovlina Borgohain sets sights on World Championships

Lovlina Borgohain, determined to add another Olympic medal to her collection, is set to make her international comeback at the World Championships in Liverpool after a break following the Paris Games. The bronze medalist, who contemplated retirement, was motivated by her performance in Paris and is eager to compete under the new global governing body, World Boxing.

BCCI promises live telecast of Duleep Trophy final amid fans backlash

Facing social media backlash for the lack of live coverage of the Duleep Trophy quarterfinals, the BCCI has announced that the final will be telecast live from September 11-15. Despite an agreement for 100 days of live domestic cricket, fans expressed frustration over missing the quarterfinal action, which featured performances from several India players and the return of Mohammed Shami.

Rinku Singh Fires Asia Cup Warning Shot with Blistering Innings in UP T20 League

Rinku Singh showcased his exceptional form in the UP T20 League, further solidifying his reputation as a reliable finisher. He smashed an unbeaten 78 off 48 balls, leading Meerut Mavericks to a seven-wicket victory. His recent performances, including a century against Gorakhpur Lions, highlight his readiness for the Asia Cup, where his middle-order prowess could be crucial for India.

Jannik Sinner Shows Mental Fortitude, Overcomes Shapovalov Challenge at US Open

World No.1 Jannik Sinner came back from one set down against Denis Shapovalov to advance to the 4th round of the US Open. The win highlighted Sinner's mental strength ahead of his clash against Alexander Bublik.

Shai Hope's Bizarre Hit-Wicket Dismissal on Wide Ball Stuns Caribbean Premier League

Shai Hope got out in the most unfortunate manner possible in the Caribbean Premier League as he got dismissed hit wicket on a hit wicket.

Babar Azam Unleashes Fury on Shoaib Akhtar in Exhibition Clash, Fans Delight

Pakistan batter Babar Azam took on Shoaib Akhtar in an exhibition match between Peshawar Zalmi and Legends XI and smashed him for multiple boundaries.

IOC Warns India: New Sports Law Must Respect Olympic Autonomy

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has urged India to safeguard the autonomy of sports following the enactment of the National Sports Governance Bill 2025. The IOC emphasized that the legislation should align with the Olympic Charter.

Satwik-Chirag Analyze Semifinal Defeat at Badminton World Championships, Vow to Return Stronger

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty secured a bronze medal at the BWF World Championships in Paris, continuing India's medal-winning streak since 2011. Despite a strong start, they lost their semifinal match to China's Chen Boyang and Liu Yi. The Indian duo acknowledged their opponents' confidence and effective serving, while also reflecting on missed opportunities during the crucial third game.

Harry Kane stars as Bayern Munic hold on in thrilling 3-2 win over Augsburg

Bayern Munich continued their winning streak, defeating Augsburg 3-2, while Bayer Leverkusen drew 3-3 with Werder Bremen after squandering a two-goal lead. Eintracht Frankfurt secured a 3-1 victory against Hoffenheim, and Stuttgart edged out Borussia Moenchengladbach 1-0. RB Leipzig rebounded from their previous defeat by beating Heidenheim 2-0.

US Open: Third seed Alexander Zverev crashes out; Jannik Sinner keeps title defence alive

Third seed Alexander Zverev's US Open journey ended abruptly in the third round, as Felix Auger-Aliassime secured a four-set victory. Defending champion Jannik Sinner advanced with a comeback win. Iga Swiatek displayed resilience in her victory, while Coco Gauff progressed, setting up a compelling match against Naomi Osaka.

India’s challenge: Live up to ‘No. 1 in Asia’ tag –Hosts face Japan in crucial clash today

India's hockey team faced a tough challenge from China in their Asia Cup opener, despite being the top-ranked team. Coach Craig Fulton acknowledged the need to address defensive errors, especially conceding penalty corners. Meanwhile, Malaysia impressed with a dominant 4-1 victory over defending champions South Korea, fueled by Akhimullah Anuar's hat-trick. Bangladesh also secured a win, defeating Chinese Taipei 8-3.

Interview | ‘Unfinished business’ - Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce looks forward to making amends for Paris heartbreak

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, considered one of the greatest female sprinters, is set to retire after her ninth and final world championships in Tokyo. After motherhood, she achieved remarkable success, fueled by her son's inspiration.

Asia Cup 2025: 'Strictly none of their business' – Sunil Gavaskar slams foreign players over Shreyas Iyer omission remarks

Sunil Gavaskar strongly criticised AB de Villiers for questioning Shreyas Iyer's Asia Cup omission, asserting that foreign players should not interfere in Indian cricket matters. Gavaskar emphasised that Indian cricketers refrain from commenting on other nations' selections and accused the Indian media of seeking validation from overseas opinions, reigniting the debate over external influence in Indian cricket.