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BWF World Championships: Lakshya Sen crashes out in opening round

Lakshya Sen faced an early exit at the BWF World Championships, succumbing to top seed Shi Yu Qi in straight games. Despite flashes of brilliance, Sen couldn't overcome Shi's composed defence and sharp finishing. Shi, who is in red-hot form, extended his head-to-head lead over Sen, reinforcing his dominance in men’s singles badminton.

Asia Cup 2025: Oman name 17-member squad for maiden appearance

Oman has announced their 17-member squad, led by Jatinder Singh, for their debut in the Asia Cup, commencing on September 9 in the UAE. They are scheduled to play their first match against Pakistan on September 12 in Dubai. Following this, Oman will face the UAE and India later in the tournament.

'Mohammed Siraj is the energyhouse of the team': Akash Deep

Mohammed Siraj's stamina and leadership were vital for India's pace attack in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series, earning praise from Akash Deep. Despite Jasprit Bumrah's absence, Siraj consistently delivered long spells, contributing significantly to the 2-2 result. Akash Deep also made a mark with a crucial 66 at The Oval and 13 wickets in three Tests, highlighting his all-round performance.

'Give him boxing gloves': Sachin Tendulkar's dig at umpire Steve Bucknor

Sachin Tendulkar recently reminisced about his epic battles with Australian legends Glenn McGrath and Shane Warne, recalling a strategic assault on McGrath in a 2000 match. He also humorously addressed controversial umpiring decisions by Steve Bucknor. Tendulkar dominated Warne, scoring 123 runs without being dismissed.

Kuldeep Yadav breaks 70-day social media silence with fiancée Vanshika

Kuldeep Yadav shared an Instagram story with his fiancée, Vanshika. The couple got engaged back on June 4 in Lucknow. The private ceremony, attended by family and friends including Rinku Singh, took place after the IPL season. Despite being India's only specialist spinner in the Test squad in England, Kuldeep did not play in any of the five matches against England in the Test series.

Virat Kohli's 'accidental' like! Avneet Kaur finally breaks silence, says 'Milta rahe pyaar'

Avneet Kaur addressed the buzz surrounding Virat Kohli's accidental 'like' on her Instagram photo at the trailer launch of 'Love in Vietnam.' She responded with a cheerful remark, welcoming the attention. Kohli had earlier clarified that the like was a glitch, attributing it to an algorithm error, and requested no unnecessary assumptions be made regarding the incident.

Wayne Rooney: Arsenal's Max Dowman has 'massive future'

Wayne Rooney says Arsenal teenager Max Dowman is the talk of the footballing world and destined for a "massive future" following his impressive Premier League debut.

Juventus condemn racist abuse of U.S. star Weston McKennie

USMNT's Weston McKennie was subjected to racist abuse after Juventus completed a 2-0 win over Parma in the Serie A, the Italian club said Sunday.

2-time major champ Petra Kvitova retires after US Open loss

Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova, 35, retired from professional tennis following an opening round loss at the US Open on Monday.

Arsenal make Piero Hincapié transfer approach - sources

Arsenal have approached Bayer Leverkusen with a view to signing centre-back Piero Hincapié before the transfer window closes, sources told ESPN.

Premier League updates: Liverpool face Newcastle amid Isak saga

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Masterstroke! When Sachin Tendulkar predicted England's 'future captain' - and was 100% right

Sachin Tendulkar fondly recalls Joe Root's Test debut in Nagpur in 2012, where he immediately recognized Root's potential. Tendulkar was impressed by Root's composure, technique, and ability to assess the wicket, leading him to predict Root's future captaincy.

ISL crisis: No headway in meeting between AIFF and FSDL - Joint proposal to be submitted on August 28

The AIFF and FSDL met to discuss the 2025-26 football season. Both parties are confident in reaching a mutually agreeable proposal. This proposal will be submitted to the Supreme Court on August 28. The ISL's 2025-26 season was previously put on hold, creating uncertainty. The future of Indian football depends on the court's directions.

Big statement! Sachin Tendulkar on life after Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma: says 'contenders are ... '

Sachin Tendulkar recently engaged with fans on Reddit, reminiscing about his prediction of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma carrying his legacy. He acknowledged their contributions to Indian cricket and highlighted the promising future with emerging talents. Kohli and Rohit, now focused on ODIs, are set to play a crucial series against Australia in October, bridging experience with the next generation.

Did Arjun Tendulkar get engaged to Saaniya Chandhok? Sachin Tendulkar with first official answer

Sachin Tendulkar has confirmed his son Arjun Tendulkar's engagement to Saaniya Chandhok. The announcement came during a Reddit AMA. Arjun and Saaniya exchanged rings on August 13 in a private ceremony. Saaniya is the granddaughter of Ravi Ghai, from the Graviss Group. The young cricketer represents Goa in domestic cricket. News of the engagement had sparked widespread attention online.

'I have to go back again ... ': Rohit Sharma opens up, leaves fans emotional

Rohit Sharma, reflecting on his Test career, emphasized the format's mental and physical demands, highlighting the importance of preparation for sustaining performance. He acknowledged that while initial focus was on enjoyment, guidance from senior players and coaches instilled the value of thorough preparation.

Shakib Al Hasan makes history, achieves first-ever feat in T20 cricket

Shakib Al Hasan will make history in T20 cricket. He will become the first player to achieve 500 wickets and 7000 runs. He will play for Antigua and Barbuda Falcons in the Caribbean Premier League. Shakib's all-round performance will secure a victory against St Kitts and Nevis Patriots. His achievement will set new benchmarks in T20 cricket.

Watch: WWE Wrestler unveils Liverpool jersey in ring - the name on back stuns fans

During a WWE live event in Newcastle, JD McDonagh ignited controversy by revealing a Liverpool jersey with Alexander Isak's name, intensifying the transfer rumors. This stunt occurred during a match, drawing boos from the Newcastle crowd. McDonagh's actions amplified the ongoing transfer drama between Liverpool and Newcastle, where Isak reportedly desires a move away from his current side.

Bizarre! Kevin Pietersen suggests massive rule change; wants 12 runs for a six

Kevin Pietersen proposes a scoring change in cricket. He suggests awarding 12 runs for sixes over 100 meters. This idea has triggered mixed reactions from fans. Some support it, believing it will increase excitement. Others dismiss it as impractical. While his rule change was a suggestion, the ICC will implement a new boundary catch rule from October 2026.

'Aadhar bhi bheju kya?': Sachin Tendulkar silences fan with hilarious comment

Sachin Tendulkar's recent Reddit AMA session became a hit, filled with humor and insights. When a fan questioned his identity, Tendulkar playfully responded, “Should I also send my Aadhaar card?” He discussed his favorite innings, the 2008 knock against England, and revealed advising MS Dhoni's promotion in the 2011 World Cup final.