Out of Asian Games without a ball being bowled: Disappointment for Chinese women’s cricket team

Nagoya: China’s women’s cricket team returned to the  stage for the first time in 12 years on Thursday, only to face a heart-wrenching elimination without playing a single delivery-two days ahead of the official opening ceremony. Despite clear blue skies and sunshine at the Korogi Athletic Park in Nagoya, a waterlogged outfield resulting from persistent … Read more

‘No one at 39 is doing that’: David Beckham backs Lionel Messi to win Ballon d’Or amid Mbappe, Kane challenge

Lionel Messi has shown no signs of slowing down, and his performances at the World Cup earlier this year were another reminder of what he can still do at the highest level. The 39-year-old carried Argentina to the final, scoring eight goals and providing four assists during the tournament. Messi has since announced his retirement … Read more

‘I still get little flashbacks’: Australia’s Steve Smith opens up on ball-tampering scandal

New Delhi: Australian batter Steve Smith has opened up about the difficult time after the 2018 ball-tampering controversy, saying that he felt alone during the fallout. He described his emotional return to Australia as one of the most painful experiences of his life. Smith is set to return to South Africa for  for the first … Read more

Takaaki Nakagami to replace Joan Mir at Austrian MotoGP after illness forces withdrawal

Takaaki Nakagami Steps in for Joan Mir at Austrian MotoGP Amid Unresolved Health Concerns Joan Mir will be absent from this weekend’s Austrian  at the Red Bull Ring, with Honda’s official test rider Takaaki Nakagami stepping in as his replacement. The 2020  World Champion has been battling an unspecified illness that severely drained his energy … Read more

Steve Smith Reflects on the Impact of the 2018 Sandpaper Scandal Ahead of South Africa Return

Steve Smith’s Return to South Africa After Eight Years The notorious 2018 Sandpaper scandal remains a significant chapter in Steve Smith’s career, as the seasoned Australian cricketer prepares to return to South Africa after eight years. This incident sent shockwaves through the cricketing community. At the time, Smith was the captain of the Australian team … Read more

Pakistan’s Maaz Sadaqat Becomes Youngest Centurion in Caribbean Premier League History

Pakistan’s rising star, Maaz Sadaqat, has shattered a significant record in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), becoming the youngest centurion in the tournament’s history. The 21-year-old left-hander unleashed a blistering 112 runs off just 49 balls for the Jamaica Kingsmen against the Barbados Tridents in the CPL 2026 Eliminator at the Kensington Oval on Wednesday, … Read more

Asian Games Accommodation Saga – Indian Women’s Cricket Team Claims Seamless Check-In

The Indian women’s cricket team faced a contrasting experience to what athletes in several other sports have faced in Japan ahead of the 2026 Asian Games while finding their accommodation. Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur and head coach Amol Mazumdar claimed that the team did not face any hassle during check-in, which they said was conducted … Read more