Hannah Blatt was a passionate squash player, but ever since she first picked up a pickleball paddle, she never looked back, and over time she took up the sport professionally. But pickleball was never on her priority list. Initially, she played the sport just for fun. But a series of calculated risks eventually paid off. … Read more
Shreyas Iyer was appointed India’s T20I captain with the backing of chief selector Ajit Agarkar, who said the decision was made keeping the next two-year cycle and the 2028 T20 World Cup in mind. That suggested BCCI was planning for long-term continuity, but Iyer’s position could still come under scrutiny if results fail to meet … Read more
Vancouver: The 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash between Portugal and Croatia ended in high-octane controversy at Toronto Stadium, as a dramatic 103rd-minute equaliser by Joško Gvardiol was ruled out by the Video Assistant Referee (VAR), ultimately confirming a 2-1 victory for Portugal. The incident, which occurred in the dying seconds of stoppage … Read more
Cape Verde head coach Pedro Leitao Brito has expressed confidence ahead of his team’s FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match against Argentina, stating the squad will play with courage and belief to secure a place in the Round of 16, according to ESPN. Speaking ahead of the knockout encounter, Brito said his players … Read more
South Africa Rugby has hit out at what it describes as “erroneous and misinformed” suggestions that Ellis Park would be far from full for the Nations Championship clash with England rugby. The Springboks take on Steve Borthwick’s side in Johannesburg in England’s first visit for eight years. Reports had suggested, though, that the spiritual home … Read more
Manchester is gearing up for a thrilling encounter as India and England prepare to clash in the second T20 International at Emirates Old Trafford on Saturday, July 4, 2026. After the opening fixture in Chester-le-Street was abandoned due to rain after India’s innings, all eyes are on the Manchester weather, and the forecast brings good … Read more
Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner remain on a collision course at Wimbledon as the third round of the Championships gets underway on day five. Djokovic produced a “vintage” performance to defeat former world No 3 Stefanos Tsitispas on Wednesday, a straight-sets victory he raced to in an effort to save valuable energy for his bid … Read more
Brentford have moved swiftly to tie down one of the Premier League’s most promising young right-backs, agreeing a new long-term contract with Michael Kayode that runs until June 2032 . According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the deal is now fully sealed. The 21-year-old Italian talent impressed significantly during his first full season with the Bees and has become a … Read more
As the reigning champions Argentina face tournament debutants Cape Verde in the Round of 32 of FIFA World Cup 2026, former England international Paul Masefield believes Lionel Messi and Co. have the quality and experience to comfortably progress but insists Cape Verde deserve immense credit for their historic run to the knockout stages. Reigning champions … Read more
Team India is set to play their second T20 match of the series against England on July 4 at the Old Trafford Cricket Ground, Stretford. This game is going to be important for both teams as it will help them move forward in the series and maintain their dominance as well. After the T20 World … Read more