North Korea’s Ri Song Gum delivered a historic performance at the Asian Games in Nagoya on Wednesday, winning the country’s first gold medal of the Games while setting three world records in the women’s 49kg weightlifting category. Ri Breaks Three World Records Ri produced a remarkable performance across both disciplines. She lifted 94kg in the snatch, surpassing the previous world record of 93kg by one kilogram. The North Korean lifter then broke the clean and jerk world record twice. She first lifted 116kg
England secured an 89-run victory over Sri Lanka in the first ODI at Chester-le-Street on Tuesday, with Will Jacks producing a match-winning all-round performance. Jacks claimed career-best bowling figures of 5-22 and also scored an unbeaten 46, helping England continue their strong recent form in the format. England Post 265 in Chester-le-Street After winning the toss and choosing to bat, England were bowled out for 265 in 48.1 overs. Captain Harry Brook led the scoring with an impressive 67 from 69 balls, while
Qatar’s motorsport star Nasser Al-Attiyah achieved a remarkable sporting double on Wednesday after winning shooting gold at the Asian Games in the same year he secured another Dakar Rally title. Qatar Wins Men’s Skeet Gold The 55-year-old Al-Attiyah was part of the Qatar men’s skeet team that claimed the gold medal in Nagoya. Qatar finished ahead of Kuwait and India to take the top spot. The victory added another major achievement to Al-Attiyah’s impressive sporting career. Third Asian Games Gold Medal Al-Attiyah has
A year after suffering heartbreak at the same venue, the BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team has completed its redemption story by winning the FIM Endurance World Championship. The #37 BMW M 1000 RR completed a flawless 24-hour race at the Bol d’Or, securing the team’s first endurance world title and making BMW the first European manufacturer to win the championship. BMW Turns Last Year’s Heartbreak Into Triumph In 2025, BMW was within touching distance of the title before a technical failure less than
A resolute captain's knock from Fatima Sana and a clinical spin-bowling display by off-spinner Umm-e-Hani steered Pakistan Women to a 31-run victory over Bangladesh Women in the third-place play-off at Korogi Sports Park. Defending a total of 145/8, Pakistan's bowling unit stifled the Bangladesh chase, restricting them to 114/7 in their 20 overs. The triumph secures the bronze medal for Pakistan, marking a welcome return to the podium after missing out in the previous edition. First Innings: Pakistan Recover After Mid-Innings Wobble Opting
The fourth day of the 2026 Asian Games in Japan brought an intense morning of sports action for the Indian contingent. With six medals already secured—four silver and two bronze—the primary goal remains unchanged: capturing that coveted first gold medal. From the shooting ranges to the badminton courts and the cricket pitch, India's top athletes faced fierce battles against world-class opposition. Big Match: Women’s Cricket Sets Sights on Continental Crown The centerpiece of the day's lineup is a blockbuster showdown between two familiar
Manchester City moved into the first international break three points clear at the top of the Premier League after defeating Sunderland 5-3 in an entertaining clash at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. The victory maintained City's 100% league record and extended their winning run to seven matches in all competitions. Semenyo Leads City's Goal Rush Antoine Semenyo played a key role in City's victory, scoring twice in a thrilling contest. City opened the scoring in the ninth minute when Enzo Fernandez curled a
South Korea defeated hosts Japan 67-57 in the men's basketball final on Sunday to win the Asian Games gold medal in Nagoya. The victory ended Japan's hopes of winning gold on home soil and gave South Korea their first men's basketball title since the 2014 Incheon Asian Games. Lee Hyun-jun Leads South Korea Lee Hyun-jun was the standout performer for South Korea, finishing with 27 points, including five three-pointers. The Korean forward played a key role in a closely contested game and helped
India delivered a dominant performance against Bangladesh on Sunday, securing a 114-run victory in the Asian Games women's cricket semi-final. The win took India into the gold-medal match, where they will face Sri Lanka on Tuesday. Shafali Verma Hits Maiden T20I Century The biggest highlight of India's innings was Shafali Verma's maiden T20 international century. Verma remained unbeaten on 100 from 49 balls, smashing three fours and nine sixes. She reached the landmark from the final delivery of India's 20 overs and celebrated
Atletico Madrid defeated 10-man Real Madrid 2-1 in a dramatic La Liga derby on Sunday, dealing another blow to Jose Mourinho's side in the title race. The victory moved Atletico up to second place, five points behind leaders Barcelona and one point ahead of Real Madrid, who suffered their second defeat of the campaign. Huijsen Red Card Changes the Game The match changed early in the second half when Dean Huijsen was sent off after pulling down Giuliano Simeone inside the penalty area.
Michael Carrick insisted there were positive signs for Manchester United despite their disappointing 1-1 draw against Fulham on Sunday. United were moments away from suffering a third consecutive defeat before Matheus Cunha rescued his side with a deflected effort. The result came after defeats to Manchester City in the Premier League and Brighton in the League Cup. Martinez Own Goal Puts Fulham Ahead Manchester United fell behind in the 63rd minute after a bizarre own goal from Lisandro Martinez. The defender's attempted clearance
The Indian men's cricket team has arrived in Japan ahead of their historic one-off T20I against Japan and the men's cricket tournament at the 2026 Asian Games. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) shared visuals of the team's arrival on Monday, showing players receiving a warm welcome from fans. Star Players Join the Japan Tour The arrival video featured several prominent Indian players, including Ishan Kishan, Jasprit Bumrah, Shreyas Iyer, Arshdeep Singh and Ravi Bishnoi. Fans gathered to welcome the
India opener Abhishek Sharma produced a remarkable batting performance against Afghanistan, smashing a century in just 30 balls during the third T20 International in New Delhi. His explosive innings helped him break Rohit Sharma’s record for the fastest T20I hundred by an Indian batter. The left-handed opener also became the fastest batter from a Test-playing nation to score a T20I century, marking a memorable moment in international cricket. Abhishek Sharma Breaks Rohit Sharma’s Record Abhishek Sharma reached his hundred in only 30 deliveries,
The cricket broadcasting industry is looking for more effective ways to determine the value of media rights as major tournaments prepare for their next round of commercial deals. The Indian Premier League is expected to play an important role in this process, with its media rights tender set to take place before the next International Cricket Council broadcasting rights offering. The developments highlight the importance of cricket's media rights market, which remains a major source of revenue for governing bodies and broadcasters. IPL
India head coach Gautam Gambhir has shared an update on Hardik Pandya’s potential return to international cricket while highlighting Nitish Kumar Reddy’s growing importance in the ODI setup. With India preparing for major upcoming tournaments, the team management is focusing on developing reliable seam-bowling all-rounders. Gambhir explained that Pandya needs more match practice before making his international comeback, while Nitish is expected to benefit from additional opportunities in the ODI format. Hardik Pandya Must Regain Match Fitness Hardik Pandya has been dealing with
Afghanistan cricket star Rashid Khan has expressed his admiration for Indian youngster Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, describing him as a God-gifted talent. The experienced leg-spinner highlighted the young batter’s impressive abilities and the unusual qualities he has displayed at such an early stage of his cricket career. Sooryavanshi has attracted significant attention with his aggressive batting style and fearless approach. Rashid Khan’s comments further underline the growing recognition surrounding the young Indian cricketer. Rashid Khan Impressed by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s Talent Speaking about Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Rashid
Liverpool piled more pressure on struggling Tottenham Hotspur with a convincing 3-1 victory in the League Cup third round at a rain-soaked Anfield. Alexis Mac Allister, Cody Gakpo and Dominik Szoboszlai were on target for Liverpool as Tottenham suffered another disappointing result following their difficult start to the Premier League season. Tottenham have failed to win or score in their opening four league matches this season, recording two defeats and two draws. Their only victory so far came in the League Cup against
India have announced their squads for the upcoming home white-ball series against the West Indies, with experienced players returning and fresh talent receiving opportunities. The tour will feature three ODIs and five T20Is, beginning on September 27, 2026. Shubman Gill to Lead India in ODI Series Shubman Gill has been named captain of the Indian ODI team, while KL Rahul will serve as vice-captain. The squad includes senior batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, adding experience to India's lineup. Ruturaj Gaikwad, Yashasvi Jaiswal
Arsenal teenager Max Dowman delivered a remarkable performance as the Gunners defeated Ipswich Town 4-2 in the Carabao Cup third round. The 16-year-old scored twice, helping Arsenal secure their place in the competition’s fourth round. Dowman’s impressive display attracted attention as he showed confidence, creativity and composure despite his young age. Max Dowman Makes the Difference for Arsenal Arsenal started strongly and took control of the match early. Dowman opened the scoring in the seventh minute after making a promising attacking move and
Feeling tired after exercise is normal. A workout uses energy, challenges your muscles and raises your heart rate, so some level of fatigue is expected. However, if you regularly feel extremely tired after even a normal workout, there may be several reasons behind it. You May Be Pushing Yourself Too Hard One common reason for post-workout fatigue is exercising at a higher intensity than your body is ready for. Increasing the duration, weight or intensity too quickly can leave you feeling exhausted. A






















