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'I'd hit all of them': Rohit Sharma makes fearless claim; fans burst into laughter

Rohit Sharma, India's ODI captain, expresses his desire to hit every bowler for six. He retired from T20Is in 2024 and Tests in May 2025. He remains a key player in ODIs, with over 11,000 runs. Sharma recently celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi with his family in Mumbai. He is expected to play in the upcoming ODI series against Australia in October.

Neeraj Chopra LIVE at Diamond League final 2025: start list, updates, commentary, result

Catch all the updates from Neeraj Chopra's javelin event in the Zurich Diamond League final 2025.

Ashwin eyes player-cum-coach path in overseas leagues

Post IPL retirement, Ashwin is weighing stints in global leagues, including The Hundred and MLC

MLB 2025: Inside the rise of the home run robbery

Nothing brings a crowd to its feet like a homer being taken away. Here's what's powering the rise in outfielder thievery.

MLB Power Rankings Week 22: Who's No. 1 ahead of final month?

As we enter September, every team has something it's focusing on in the final stretch -- ranging from playoff prep to building for next season.

2025 NFL roster cuts tracker: Updates for all 32 teams

With the 2025 season a week away, NFL teams were required to finalize their 53-man rosters on Tuesday. We are covering every team's cuts here.

NBA Summer Forecast 2025-26: Predictions for East and West conference standings

The top five seeds, play-in group and bottom five. NBA experts predict where all 30 teams will land in the standings for the 2025-26 season.

NBA predictions 2025-26: East and West conference champions and Finals predictions

Our final Summer Forecast panel reveals its championship predictions for the East and West conferences and the 2026 NBA Finals.

Hasaranga included in SL squad for Asia Cup

The all-rounder's availability is subject to fitness clearance

Duleep Trophy: Mohammed Shami toils hard on return; East Zone keep North Zone in check at 308/6

In the Duleep Trophy quarterfinal, East Zone restricted North Zone to 308/6, highlighted by Mohammed Shami's return to First-Class cricket after a hiatus. Shami, initially rusty, improved his rhythm, taking 1/55. Young spinner Manishi's key strikes and Ayush Badoni's quickfire 63 also stood out.

Duleep Trophy: Danish Malewar nears double, Rajat Patidar slams ton as Central Zone dominate North East Zone

Central Zone dominated the first day of the Duleep Trophy quarter-final, reaching 432 for 2 against North East Zone. Danish Malewar remained unbeaten on 198, while Rajat Patidar contributed a rapid 125. Their impressive partnership helped Central Zone build a strong foundation, with Malewar nearing a double century.

'A dream run to remember’ – Rohit Sharma recalls unbeaten streak in T20 World Cup, hails team's desperation

Rohit Sharma lauded team India's unwavering "desperation" and "hunger" during their undefeated run to win the 2024 T20 World Cup, ending a 13-year ICC title drought. He highlighted the collective contribution of players and support staff, culminating in joyous celebrations upon their return to Mumbai.

Champions League draw: a reminder of how the new format works

We're taking you on a guided tour of the new Champions League to show you exactly how the format works.

Is Grimsby's defeat of Man United the biggest upset in League Cup history?

Man United aren't the only Premier League side to suffer Cup humiliation, ESPN takes a look at all the famous 'giant killings' in England's League Cup.

Swiss FIFA case against Blatter, Platini closed after 10 years

Swiss federal prosecutors finally ended their case against former FIFA president Sepp Blatter and former UEFA president Michel Platini on Thursday after 10 years and

Men's Champions League final moved to daylight kickoff time

The final of the men's Champions League is moving forward three hours to a 6 p.m. kickoff in central Europe (noon ET).

2025-26 UEFA Champions League league phase draw: Live updates

Enjoy live updates of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League league phase draw, as we figure out which 36 teams will face each other in the competition.

Gukesh reveals mentor's advice which inspired his historic World Championship run

Gukesh Dommaraju admitted that overconfidence cost him the opening game of his World Championship run. But a pep talk from Viswanathan Anand and a timely mental reset helped the teenager bounce back, leading to his historic title in Singapore.

It's a long way from Breetzke to Stubbs

Matthew Breetzke scored more runs in his last five innings than Tristan Stubbs did in his last 15

US Open 2025: Novak Djokovic advances, but energy dips as focus wavers

Despite securing two wins at the US Open, Novak Djokovic acknowledges frustration with his game and a struggle to find rhythm, even as he advances to a record 75th Grand Slam third round. Casper Ruud, plagued by confidence issues and misfires, suffered a first-round defeat, while Jack Draper withdrew due to injury.