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Rare! Sanju Samson and elder brother combine to take team's first wicket of KCL season - Watch

Sanju Samson and his brother stole the spotlight early on in the season opener for Kochi Blue Tigers. Sanju combined with his brother, Saly Samson, to secure the first wicket in the match vs Trivandrum Royals. Sanju's direct throw was caught by Saly, resulting in a run-out. This sibling effort drew social media attention. It also highlighted the Samson brothers' leadership for Kochi Blue Tigers.

'Having to just sit out ...': R Ashwin opens up on sudden retirement, shares reasons with Rahul Dravid

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin revealed the reasons behind his surprising retirement during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy Down Under in December 2024, citing the demanding touring schedule and a desire to spend more time with his family. The veteran off-spinner admitted that being frequently benched on overseas tours contributed to his decision.

'MI, RCB fans go out!': CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad tells academy players in hilarious interview - Watch

Ruturaj Gaikwad, Chennai Super Kings captain, engaged in a humorous interaction with youngsters at the Super Kings Academy. He playfully teased the kids about supporting rival IPL teams like RCB and MI, jokingly threatening to exclude them from CSK. Gaikwad also shared lighthearted anecdotes about captaining senior players and dealing with teammates' struggles, before seriously answering questions about his experiences.

'Vision blurred, lost weight': Wasim Akram reveals how he played with diabetes - Watch

Wasim Akram, the legendary Pakistani cricketer, revealed his journey of managing diabetes after being diagnosed in 1997. Initially, it posed significant physical and mental challenges, impacting his game. With the support of his late wife and adjustments to his lifestyle, including managing sugar levels during travel and matches, he learned to cope with the condition and continue his successful career.

'Where is Shreyas Iyer? How could he miss out?': Dinesh Karthik slams India's Asia Cup squad omission - Watch

Dinesh Karthik has voiced his strong disapproval of Shreyas Iyer's exclusion from India's 2025 Asia Cup squad, deeming it somewhat unjust. Iyer's impressive IPL 2025 performance, where he scored 604 runs, seemingly wasn't enough to secure him a spot, even among the reserves. Karthik emphasizes Iyer's leadership and batting prowess under pressure, suggesting his omission is a missed opportunity.

Online Gaming Bill 2025: BCCI secy Saikia weighs in on new bill - 'We will only do what's allowed under Indian law'

With the introduction of the 'Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill 2025', the BCCI faces potential revenue impacts due to key sponsorships from gaming companies like Dream11 and My11Circle. The board has affirmed its commitment to adhering to the new regulations, ready to re-evaluate sponsorships based on the law's stipulations.

In Numbers: India's Asia Cup squad – IPL 2025 form under the spotlight

India's Asia Cup squad announcement has sparked debate, highlighted by Shubman Gill's vice-captaincy and Jasprit Bumrah's return. Suryakumar Yadav, fresh off a sensational IPL 2025, leads the batting. Selectors favoured recent IPL form, rewarding performers like Abhishek Sharma. Despite strong domestic showings, Shreyas Iyer missed out, emphasising the competition for spots.

NFL 2025: Which Teams Are Poised for a Fall From Grace?

Which teams will take a step back and lose more games this season?

2026 NFL quarterback predictions: 12 teams with questions

We picked teams with some level of QB1 uncertainty for 2026 and projected two potential outcomes for each: one likely, one not so likely.

Salah Climbs to Fourth in Premier League Goal Rankings; Messi Hits 30 Goal Contributions in MLS; Kane Shines; Bayern Dominates Super Cup

ESPN brings you the best stats from this weekend's football action.

What is the Bronco Test? Ex-India coach explains new fitness test - 'Unlike yo-yo, cheating is minimised completely'

The Indian cricket team has reportedly incorporated the Bronco Test into its fitness evaluation, joining the Yo-Yo Test and 2-kilometre time trial. This new assessment aims to elevate fitness standards by focusing on aerobic endurance, and as explained by a former strength and conditioning coach, makes cheating and cutting corners more difficult.

Asia Cup: Where does Shubman Gill's elevation as T20I vice-captain leave Hardik Pandya in captaincy race?

Once considered Rohit Sharma's successor, Hardik Pandya's captaincy aspirations have faded due to injuries and fitness concerns, leading to Suryakumar Yadav's rise as a preferred leader. Despite losing the captaincy role to SKY and Shubman Gill, Pandya's influence within the team remains significant.

'What doesn’t kill you ... ': Rishabh Pant pens emotional post; shares injury and recovery update

Rishabh Pant, the Indian wicketkeeper-batter, has shared a massive update on his recovery from a fractured toe sustained during the fourth Test against England. He revealed the removal of the hard cast on his injured leg, expressing optimism and determination. Pant emphasized the importance of positivity and self-belief in overcoming setbacks, drawing on his past experiences with injury rehabilitation with a post on Instagram.

Ssshhh! Chess and the challenges of playing in front of a live audience

A grandmaster chess tournament in New Delhi highlights the traditional, silent atmosphere of the game, contrasting sharply with a recent event in Las Vegas where live audiences roared at every move. Players express concerns about distractions caused by spectators, questioning whether chess is truly ready for a live audience setting.

Suspense ends on India vs Pakistan clash in Asia Cup: Sports ministry issues new policy - All you need to know

Indian cricket team is set to participate in the upcoming ACC Asia Cup in UAE, as confirmed by the Sports Ministry. This decision comes amidst a continued freeze on bilateral sporting events between India and Pakistan. The ministry clarified that while bilateral contests remain suspended, India will not obstruct multilateral tournaments.

Unheralded Milla grabs spotlight with 'impossible' header: Moment of the Weekend

A squad player who doesn't score many, but Pere Milla grabbed all the headlines in LALIGA's opening weekend.

Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal eye Rogers, Eze after Havertz injury

Arsenal are closing on Crystal Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze but are also tracking Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

Errani, Vavassori defend US Open title in revamped mixed doubles

Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori defended their US Open mixed doubles title Wednesday night, keeping a traditional team on top of a revamped event filled with singles stars.

Miami wins thriller with Lionel Messi out, coach sent off

Inter Miami CF advanced to the semifinals of the 2025 Leagues Cup tournament after a dramatic 2-1 win over Tigres on Wednesday night at Chase Stadium.

How will Premier League's new stars fare: Wirtz, Sesko, more

Loads of big names have arrived in the Premier League this summer, so it's time for Luis Miguel Echegaray to break down who might succeed or flop.