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Nigar Sultana’s handshake snub to Harmanpreet backfires as BCB distances itself, reviews captaincy
During the toss, Bangladesh’s captain Nigar Sultana declined to shake hands with India’s skipper, a decision that the Bangladesh Cricket Board clarified was her own. The board plans to evaluate her leadership after the Asian Games, taking into account the team’s performance. Additionally, there have been complaints regarding her behavior. Bangladesh faced a setback, losing…
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England’s Stokes retirement, McCullum exit, Carse row & Root return end in 3-0 sweep
England triumphed with a commanding 3-0 Test series win against Pakistan, with returning captain Joe Root commending the team’s ability to adapt amidst significant turmoil. The players showcased impressive resilience and execution, building on the foundation set by earlier coaches and leaders. This victory highlights their capacity to overcome challenges both on and off the…
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Crazy day of chess! Carlsen suffers first loss, boosts Sindarov’s GCL final hopes, only to be denied
Magnus Carlsen suffered his first GCL 2026 defeat as Alireza Firouzja’s Triveni Continental Kings upset APL Pipers, but the result failed to alter the standings. Home favourites American Gambits briefly revived their qualification hopes before losing to Pipers. Nihal Sarin’s defeat on time ended their finals bid, setting up a third-place clash with Mumba Masters…
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Wushu athlete Divyanshi accepts Asiad squad axe, alleges harassment by Roshibina
Divyanshi Choudhary has come to terms with her removal from the Asian Games wushu squad after an injury, as her federation put her health first. Now prioritising her fitness, she aims for future triumphs with gold medals in sight. Additionally, she continues to raise issues of harassment by a peer, but feels reassured by the…
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New No. 1 Elena Rybakina dethrones Aryna Sabalenka to win US Open title
Elena Rybakina triumphed at the US Open, claiming both the championship trophy and the prestigious world number one ranking. In a thrilling showdown against Aryna Sabalenka, Rybakina showcased exceptional skill and poise, winning her third Grand Slam and second major title of the year, while Sabalenka’s remarkable run at Flushing Meadows came to an unexpected…
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Bumrah, Sooryavanshi on Afghanistan’s radar: Ibrahim Zadran reveals plans
Jasprit Bumrah is set to return to international cricket after missing matches due to a left knee injury. His return gives India another major option with the ball, but Zadran said Afghanistan will not make things complicated while facing the star pacer.
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‘I definitely know how his mind works’: Shreyas Iyer on Gautam Gambhir
Shreyas Iyer and Gautam Gambhir have worked together at Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), where they helped the franchise win the IPL title in 2024. Iyer was the captain, while Gambhir was the mentor. Iyer believes Gambhir’s aggressive approach and his ability to understand individual players can help the team stay clear about their roles.
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Joe Root creates history, breaks Sachin Tendulkar’s Test record
Joe Root remained unbeaten on 62 off 69 balls, hitting nine fours, as England chased down 130 to complete a 3-0 Test series whitewash. His unbeaten half-century took his tally of Test fifties to 69, moving him past Tendulkar’s 68. West Indies great Shivnarine Chanderpaul is third on the list with 66 fifties, while Allan…
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India weigh Sooryavanshi vs Samson for opener; injuries remain cause for worry
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi emerged as the focal point of India’s optional training session ahead of the Afghanistan T20I series, spending extended time with Gautam Gambhir and Sitanshu Kotak. His inclusion would create a selection dilemma alongside Sanju Samson, while skipper Shreyas Iyer backed India’s squad depth and addressed growing injury concerns ahead of the Asian Games.
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Shelton eyes US Open history as he takes on Zverev in maiden Grand Slam final
Shelton’s father, his coach and former tour pro Bryan Shelton, made history in 1991 when he became the first Black American man to win an ATP Tour title after Ashe in 1978. The business-like approach is a sign of how much Shelton has changed. The explosive left-hander who burst onto the Tour with a huge…