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Salah's Late Penalty Heroics Secure Liverpool Win, Extend Perfect Start and Set New Premier League Record

Mohamed Salah's dramatic 95th-minute penalty secured a 1-0 victory for Liverpool against Burnley, maintaining their perfect Premier League start and reclaiming the top spot. Despite struggling to convert dominance into clear chances, Liverpool's persistence paid off with a late handball decision. This win marks Liverpool's fourth consecutive victory with a goal scored in the final 10 minutes, showing their ability to strike at the death.

Hardik Pandya Joins Elite List with First-Ball Wicket Against Pakistan; Arshdeep Singh the Only Other Indian to Achieve the Feat

Hardik Pandya made history by taking a wicket on his first ball against Pakistan in the Asia Cup, becoming only the second Indian to achieve this in T20Is. He dismissed Saim Ayub, setting an early tone for India. Axar Patel and Jasprit Bumrah further capitalized, claiming wickets in their opening overs and tightening India's grip on the match.

Indian GM Vaishali Leaps into Joint Lead at FIDE Grand Swiss; Brother Praggnanandhaa Suffers Defeat

Indian Grandmaster R Vaishali surged into a joint lead at the FIDE Grand Swiss in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, after defeating former world champion Mariya Muzychuk. Vaishali's victory puts her alongside Kateryna Lagno with 7.5 points. In the open section, Indian hopes for Candidates Tournament qualification dimmed as Arjun Erigaisi, Nihal Sarin drew their respective games and Praggnanandhaa lost.

NFL Draft Intrigue: Ravens Planned Shedeur Sanders Pick Before QB's Lamar Jackson Concerns Aired hoặc Sources: Shedeur Sanders Nixed Ravens Draft Pick Due to Lamar Jackson's Presence

The Ravens were planning to draft Shedeur Sanders, but the quarterback didn't want to be on a roster without a clear path to playing time, sources told ESPN.

Ricky Hatton, Former Boxing World Champion, Dies at 46

Former world boxing champion Ricky Hatton has died at the age of 46. Hatton won world titles at light welterweight and welterweight with an all-action style made him one of the most popular fighters of his era.

Foden's Return: Guardiola Hails Midfielder's Impact in Manchester Derby Win

Pep Guardiola has said Manchester City need Phil Foden to get back to his best if they are going to have a successful season.

Amorim Defiant: Manchester United Must 'Change the Man' If They Doubt My Philosophy

Ruben Amorim delivered a defiant response to suggestions he should change his 3-4-3 system at Manchester United following a 3-0 defeat at Manchester City by saying the club must "change the man" if they lose faith in his philosophy.

Lionel Messi Rookie Card Shatters Record, Fetches $1.5 Million at Auction

A 2004-05 Panini Mega Cracks Lionel Messi rookie card -- assessed a perfect 10 by card grader Professional Sports Authenticator -- was sold for $1.5 million through Fanatics Collect's fledgling private sales network.

Suryakumar Yadav Addresses Controversy After India's Asia Cup Win Over Pakistan Hoặc: Asia Cup: Suryakumar Yadav Explains Team India's Post-Match Conduct After Victory Against Pakistan

Suryakumar Yadav led India to a comfortable victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup, securing their second consecutive win. India's bowlers, particularly the spin trio, restricted Pakistan to a low score, which India chased down with ease. Suryakumar emphasized the team's focus on cricket, avoiding distractions and why they skipped post-match handshakes.

Suryakumar Yadav Dedicates Asia Cup Victory Over Pakistan to Pahalgam Victims, Armed Forces

Suryakumar Yadav dedicated India's dominant seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 to the armed forces and those affected by the Pahalgam terror attack. Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel's bowling prowess restricted Pakistan to 127, while Suryakumar's unbeaten 47 guided India to victory in 15.5 overs, solidifying their position in Group A.

Gautam Gambhir's Fiery Pep Talk Ignites India Ahead of Asia Cup Clash with Pakistan: Watch!

Ahead of the high-stakes India-Pakistan T20 Asia Cup clash, coach Gautam Gambhir delivered a passionate pep talk, emphasizing pride and resilience. Pakistan opted to bat first, citing familiarity with the slow Dubai wicket. Political tensions lingered, evident in the absence of a handshake, but Gambhir's fiery words underscored the importance of mentality in this intense rivalry.

Nawaz's Hilarious Catch Attempt Sums Up Pakistan's Dismal Asia Cup Showing Against India

During the India-Pakistan Asia Cup clash, Mohammad Nawaz's comical dropped catch became a viral moment amid Pakistan's struggles. India's spinners, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel and Varun Chakaravarthy, dominated, restricting Pakistan to a mere 127/9, despite Shaheen Shah Afridi's late hitting. India's bowlers seized control early, highlighting their dominance in high-pressure matches.

China Dethrones India in Asia Cup Hockey Final, Clinches World Cup Berth

In the Asia Cup final, the Indian women's hockey team suffered a 1-4 defeat against China, despite an early lead from Navneet Kaur. China's Zixia Ou, Hong Li, Meirong Zou, and Jiaqi Zhong scored, securing China's victory and a direct spot in the 2026 World Cup. India's forward line struggled, and they must now compete in the World Cup Qualifiers.

Ethan Mbappé Follows Brother's Footsteps, Nets Stunning First Ligue 1 Goal for Lille

Kylian Mbappé's brother, Ethan, scored his first goal in France's top fight on Sunday.

Salah's Late Penalty Salvages Win for Liverpool Against Burnley; Slot Admits 'Lucky' Escape

Arne Slot has admitted Liverpool were "lucky" to snatch a late victory against Burnley to maintain their flawless start to the Premier League season.

South Zone Batsmen Ankit Sharma, Andre Siddarth Stall Central Zone's Duleep Trophy Victory Push

Central Zone initially controlled the Duleep Trophy final. South Zone faced a significant first-innings deficit. Ankit Sharma, R Smaran, and Andre Siddarth resisted strongly. They formed a crucial partnership. Kumar Kartikeya dismissed Ankit Sharma. South Zone set a target of 65 runs. The match is now headed to the final day. Central Zone's bowlers took wickets.

Meghana Sajjanar's Bronze Boosts India to Fifth Place at Shooting World Cup

Meghana Sajjanar clinched a bronze medal in the women's 10m air rifle event at the ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol, marking her first World Cup medal. China's Peng Xinlu secured gold with a world record score. India concluded the competition in fifth place, with Esha Singh previously winning gold in the women's 10m air pistol event.

Chhetri Returns: India Announces Squad for AFC Asian Cup Qualifier After CAFA Nations Cup Success

Khalid Jamil has announced a 30-member probable squad, including Sunil Chhetri, for India's upcoming AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Singapore. The team will commence preparations in Bengaluru on September 20, with select players joining after AFC Champions League commitments. India is set to play Singapore on October 9 and October 14 as part of the 2027 Asian Cup Qualifiers.

Arshdeep Singh's T20I Exclusion Sparks Criticism; Ashwin Questions India's Team Selection Policy

Ravichandran Ashwin has strongly criticized the exclusion of Arshdeep Singh from India's team. Ashwin questioned the logic of prioritizing extra batting options over a specialist T20I bowler like Arshdeep, who boasts 99 T20I wickets. He emphasized the mental impact on bowlers consistently sidelined despite strong IPL and international performances, urging them to recognize their worth.

Terence Crawford Achieves Historic Undisputed Super Middleweight Title, Defeating Canelo Alvarez

Terence Crawford made history Saturday night, defeating Canelo Alvarez to become the first undisputed champion in three weight classes in the four-belt era.