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US Open: Elena Rybakina snaps Emma Raducanu's red streak, storms into Round 4

Elena Rybakina defeated Emma Raducanu 6-1, 6-2 to reach the US Open fourth round. The win ends Raducanu's unbeaten streak in red and signals Rybakina's growing Grand Slam success.

Tottenham Hotspur sign Dutch midfielder Xavi Simons on a long-term deal

Tottenham Hotspur have signed Dutch midfielder Xavi Simons on a long-term contract. This marks the first statement signing under the Thomas Frank era

Raza's 92 in vain as Madushanka's hat-trick helps Sri Lanka beat Zimbabwe in 1st ODI

Sri Lanka fast bowler Dilshan Madushanka took a last-over hat-trick to win the first ODI against Zimbabwe. His heroics secured a thrilling seven-run victory and left Zimbabwe chasing in vain.

Bangladesh's Cricket Performance: Strengths and Weaknesses Exposed Ahead of Netherlands Series

Ryan Cook, Netherlands' head coach, believes his team will have a good chance to beat the hosts even as the challenge is bound to be stiff

Should India play sports with Pak as it pushes terror? Mood of the Nation is...

The India Today-CVoter Mood of the Nation poll is quite revealing. Nearly three-quarters of respondents said they were not in favour of India continuing its sporting ties with Pakistan. In the wake of the terror attack in Pahalgam, several voices have also called for cricketing ties with the neighbours to be severed.

Gill headed to CoE for fitness test ahead of Asia Cup

The Indian T20I vice-captain will fly to UAE from Bengaluru; Indian team told to assemble in Dubai on September 4 and their first practice session is scheduled for September 5

'I want to quit': Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim amid calls for sacking

Manchester United's manager, Ruben Amorim, confessed to considering leaving after their shocking League Cup defeat to Grimsby Town. Amorim expressed frustration with his team's inconsistency, admitting he sometimes hates his players. Despite contemplating his position, he's now focused on the upcoming Premier League clash against Burnley and looks to correct things moving forward.

Record! India pacer Auqib Nabi creates history, clinches five-wicket haul to achieve rare milestone

North Zone's pacers dominated the Duleep Trophy quarterfinal against East Zone. Auqib Nabi's hat-trick and five-wicket haul helped dismiss East Zone for 230, while Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana delivered impactful spells. North Zone extended their score to 405, establishing a 183-run lead. Arshdeep, returning from injury, showcased excellent form.

Man United's Amorim: At times I want to quit, sometimes stay

Ruben Amorim has admitted that emotion got the better of him during his post-match comments following the defeat to Grimsby Town.

Don Bradman's iconic baggy green fetches whopping 438,500 Australian dollars

Sir Donald Bradman's last baggy green cap from the 1948 Invincibles tour sold for AUD 438,500. The National Museum of Australia secured the iconic piece to preserve cricket heritage and inspire future generations.

Sometimes hate my players, sometimes I love them: Ruben Amorim delivers bizarre rant

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim admitted he briefly considered his future after the EFL Cup defeat to Grimsby but insisted he remains committed He described his frustration with the squad but shifted focus to Burnley and dismissed transfer rumours

Badminton World Championships: No medal! PV Sindhu suffers major setback in quarterfinal

PV Sindhu's quest for a record sixth World Championships medal ended in a quarterfinal defeat against Indonesia's Putri Kusuma Wardani. Despite a strong second-game comeback, Sindhu faltered in the decider, allowing Wardani to secure the victory. Earlier, India's mixed doubles pair also exited, losing to Malaysian opponents Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei.

What Royals' ballpark drama can teach us about MLB's future

Kansas City's ongoing search for a new home provides three models other franchises could follow.

The UFC 322 card is stacked, but is there still disappointment?

Five champions competing at Madison Square Garden in November still isn't enough to replace Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall.

NBA Summer Forecast 2025-26: Who could exceed, fall short of predictions?

Too low on OKC? Too high on the Spurs? Tim Bontemps breaks down ESPN's Summer Forecast win predictions.

BWF Worlds: PV Sindhu misses historic medal as resurgent run ends in quarters

PV Sindhu's quest for a sixth World Championship medal ended with a heartbreaking defeat in Paris. Sindhu lost to higher-ranked Putri Wardani in a fiercely fought three-game quarter-finals.

Bangladesh vs Netherlands T20I series Live Streaming: Squads, all you need to know

BAN vs NED T20I series: Bangladesh will host the Netherlands in their first-ever bilateral T20I series starting August 30 in Sylhet. The series offers crucial preparation for both teams ahead of upcoming major tournaments.

Danish Malewar retires out after 203, Auqib Dar's hat-trick takes spotlight

Danish Malewar scored a brilliant double century while Auqib Dar claimed a hat-trick on Day 2 of the Duleep Trophy. Their standout helped their respective teams establish control in the quarterfinal clash. 

Watch: Rohit Sharma discloses the teammate he finds funnniest

Rohit Sharma fondly recalled Shikhar Dhawan's humor, highlighting his ability to lighten the mood in the Indian dressing room. Sharma expressed his desire to hit every bowler for a six, emphasizing his aggressive mindset. Despite retiring from T20Is and Tests, Rohit remains focused on ODIs, anticipating his return in the upcoming series against Australia.

Asia Cup Hockey 2025: India defeats China 4-3; Harmanpreet Singh's hat-trick inspires narrow win

Harmanpreet Singh's penalty corner hat-trick propelled India to a thrilling 4-3 victory over China in their Asian Cup hockey opener in Rajgir. Despite China's early lead and a late comeback to level the scores, Harmanpreet's clinical drag flicks proved decisive. India secured a crucial win in Pool A, showcasing both their attacking prowess and defensive vulnerabilities.