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A Rewarding Late Surge In Domestic First-Class Cricket Uncapped all-rounder Saransh Jain earned his first call-up to the Indian national squad. He joins the team for the upcoming two-match Test series in Sri Lanka. Selectors drafted the 33-year-old after Washington Sundar sadly suffered a hamstring injury. Jain consistently delivers excellent performances for Madhya Pradesh and the India 'A' team. He provides a highly reliable off-spin option for the national squad. Jain boasts a truly remarkable record in long-format red-ball cricket. He claimed an

Ending A Painful Twenty-Year Medal Drought For India Sharmila Dhankar made incredible national history at the Commonwealth Games on Monday. She became India's first-ever Commonwealth Games para-athletics gold medalist. She delivered a truly dominant performance to win the women's shot put F57 title. She happily ended a painful 20-year wait for an Indian para-athletics medal. India last secured a medal in this specific discipline during the 2006 edition. Her historic gold-medal throw measured an impressive season-best 9.81 meters. The F57 classification features courageous

Returning To Club Duties After The International Break Joao Cancelo will politely link back up with Al-Hilal this week. The Saudi Pro League club continues its intense pre-season preparations in Austria. The talented defender enjoyed a short rest following the 2026 World Cup. He expects to rejoin the squad and begin training this Wednesday. Al-Hilal focuses on building peak squad fitness ahead of the upcoming domestic campaign. Cancelo spent a highly successful loan stint at Barcelona last season. He played 23 fantastic matches

The Boxing Contingent Aims For Guaranteed Podium Finishes India's Commonwealth Games campaign can achieve further prominence this coming Tuesday. The talented boxing contingent looks to confirm five more medals for the country. Five excellent Indian boxers will participate in the crucial quarter-final rounds. A victory in these bouts guarantees the athletes at least a bronze medal. Preeti Pawar, Priya Ghanghas, and Kapil Pokhariya headline the exciting evening boxing schedule. Jadumani Singh and Parveen Hooda will also step into the ring for India. Fans

Unlike general infrastructure, “sports infrastructure” has no single authoritative global index. Most well-known rankings measure sporting success or public participation rather than the facilities themselves. This list therefore weighs the things that genuinely make up a nation’s sporting backbone: the density and quality of its stadiums, arenas and training centres; its record of hosting major events and the legacy venues that record leaves behind; and sustained long-term investment. By those measures, five countries consistently stand apart. 1. United States The clear leader, on

The reported relationship between Barcelona and Spain forward Lamine Yamal and Spanish influencer Inés García has become one of the most talked-about celebrity stories of the summer — unfolding through public sightings, a World Cup celebration and a wave of online rumor that García has repeatedly pushed back against. Who they are García, 21, is a Spanish influencer from Seville with a large following across Instagram and TikTok. Yamal, 19, is one of football’s brightest young stars, a Barcelona winger and Spain international

ABU DHABI — Team Abu Dhabi, representing the Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club, has confirmed the inclusion of Emirati driver Mansoor Al Mansoori in its delegation for the second round of the UIM F1H2O World Championship, to be held at Lake Issyk-Kul in the Kyrgyz Republic from 31st July to 2nd August. Al Mansoori, a member of Team Abu Dhabi, will travel with the delegation as the team continues its preparations for the championship round. He steps into the wider squad having risen

India began their three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe with a convincing seven-wicket victory at the Harare Sports Club on Thursday, thanks to a sensational half-century from 15-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Shines with Maiden T20I Fifty Chasing a modest target of 126, Sooryavanshi stole the spotlight by smashing his maiden T20 International half-century in just 18 balls. The young opener struck four sixes and four boundaries, helping India race to victory in only 13.2 overs. The 15-year-old became the youngest cricketer

Ecuadorean cyclist Richard Carapaz produced a stunning solo performance to win Stage 18 of the Tour de France on Thursday, launching a decisive attack on the final climb to Orcières-Merlette. The EF Education-EasyPost rider crossed the finish line alone, 45 seconds ahead of Mauro Schmid, while Matteo Jorgenson secured third place. Despite the stage battle, overall race leader Tadej Pogačar and the other general classification contenders chose not to contest the victory, finishing more than four minutes behind. Pogačar successfully retained his overall

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced the schedule for the 2027 men's and women's Ashes series, with Southampton's Utilita Bowl set to host a men's Ashes Test for the first time. The two series will once again run concurrently, following the successful format introduced in 2023. Southampton to Make Ashes History For the first time, Southampton's Utilita Bowl (Rose Bowl) will stage a men's Ashes Test when the fourth Test begins on July 21, 2027. The venue previously hosted Test

Argentina assistant coach Roberto Ayala has apologised for his involvement in the post-match altercation following the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, where Spain defeated Argentina 1-0. His comments come as FIFA continues its disciplinary investigation into the chaotic scenes that unfolded after the final whistle. Ayala Issues Public Apology Speaking to Valencia Capital Radio, Ayala acknowledged that his actions were inappropriate and accepted responsibility for the incident. "Of course I'm sorry. Given my position, I cannot allow a feeling, or whatever I might

Dubai, 22 July 2026: For UAE left-arm pacer Muhammad Rohid, the DP World ILT20's landmark first-ever player auction marked a defining moment. Signed by MI Emirates for USD 140,000 ahead of Season 4, Rohid emerged as the fifth-most expensive acquisition in the auction, reflecting the growing faith franchises have in UAE talent and the increasing value of homegrown players in the competition. The moment was not only a personal milestone but also a strong endorsement of the opportunities the DP World ILT20 continues

The first-ever 48-team FIFA World Cup has only just concluded, but FIFA President Gianni Infantino has already acknowledged that the tournament could one day expand to 64 teams. Speaking to Swiss television during the tournament, Infantino said the proposal is one of several ideas that could be explored after the competition, reigniting debate over the future size of football’s biggest event. Bigger Tournament, Bigger Financial Impact A 64-team World Cup would have major financial implications for global football. Making qualification easier for more

Mixed martial arts fans will have a unique opportunity to watch some of the UFC's biggest stars train live on Wednesday, just three days before UFC Fight Night takes place at the Etihad Arena on Saturday. Organised in association with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), the event is part of an exciting week of fan activities celebrating the world's premier MMA promotion. Top Fighters to Take Part Fans can watch several elite fighters showcase their skills

Kevin Keegan, one of England's greatest footballers and one of the game's most charismatic managers, has died at the age of 75, his family announced on Monday. A two-time Ballon d'Or winner, Keegan had been battling stage-four cancer, a diagnosis his family first revealed in January. In a statement, his family said: "It is with immense sadness that we announce that Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75. The former England player and manager had been battling cancer and was

As the world's most popular sport, soccer has inspired countless films over the decades, from underdog dramas and biopics to documentaries and heartfelt comedies. The best of them capture not just the action on the pitch but the passion, culture, and human stories that make the game so universally loved. Here are some of the finest films ever made about the beautiful game. Escape to Victory (1981) Perhaps the most famous soccer film of all time, this John Huston-directed war drama sees Allied

The biggest reason gym memberships get abandoned by February is boredom, not laziness. Recreational sports solve that problem by design. Nobody dreads showing up for a weekend football game the way they dread a treadmill session. When fitness is wrapped inside something fun and social, consistency stops being a fight of willpower. The best fitness routine isn't the most optimized one on paper. It's the one you'll actually still be doing eighteen months from now. Pick A Sport That Matches Your Life Badminton

Lionel Messi's dream of ending his legendary FIFA World Cup career with another title came to a heartbreaking end as Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. The 39-year-old captain, who inspired Argentina's remarkable run to the final, was left in tears after the final whistle as Spain claimed their second World Cup crown. Messi's Brilliant Tournament Ends in Heartbreak Messi delivered another unforgettable World Cup campaign, scoring eight goals and providing two assists, including a

Spain defeated Argentina in record-breaking extra time 1-0 to win the Football World Cup of 2026 at the New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday. Ferran Torres, who was named man-of-the-match scoring the winning 106th minute goal that clinched a second title for Spain La Roja completely controlled the match for the full 90 minutes, with Argentina defending resiliently but failing to register a single shot on target—or even one attempt in general. They ended the day facing 20 shots to zero over

Most gym programs are built around muscle groups: chest day, leg day, and so on. Sport doesn't care about muscle groups. It cares about power, speed, coordination, and the ability to repeat effort without breaking down. A sports-focused routine has to be built around movement patterns and energy systems, not isolated body parts. The structure below works whether your sport is football, badminton, basketball, or cricket. The drills change. The framework doesn't. Step One: Anchor The Week Around Your Sport Days Decide first