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Aryna Sabalenka powers past Jessica Pegula to reach third consecutive US Open final

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka kept her US Open title defence alive on Thursday, rallying to beat American Jessica Pegula 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 in their semi-final clash. The Belarusian recovered from a shaky opening set in a rematch of last year's final, silencing the partisan Arthur Ashe Stadium crowd before overpowering the fourth seed with 43 winners and eight aces.

Breetzke's Record-Breaking Knock Propels South Africa to ODI Series Win Over England

South Africa defeated England by 5 runs at Lord's, winning the ODI series. Matt Breetzke's impressive 85 runs and contributions from Aiden Markram and Tristan Stubbs helped South Africa post 330-8. England fought hard, with notable performances from Joe Root, Jos Buttler and Jofra Archer. However, Nandre Burger's crucial wickets secured the win for South Africa.

India Secures CAFA Nations Cup Third-Place Playoff Berth After Iran-Tajikistan Stalemate

India secured a CAFA Nations Cup third-place match berth due to their head-to-head record after a 2-2 draw between Tajikistan and Iran. India's earlier 2-1 victory over Tajikistan proved decisive, despite a goalless draw against Afghanistan. They will now compete for third place on September 8, marking an improvement after a previous loss to Afghanistan.

Michael Vaughan Predicts South Africa to Clinch 2027 ODI World Cup After England Domination

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has boldly predicted South Africa's victory in the 2027 World Cup, impressed by their dominant performance in the ongoing ODI series against England. Matthew Breetzke's record-breaking start, with five consecutive fifties, and a strong batting display at Lord's fueled Vaughan's prediction. South Africa raced to a 330/8 total in the ongoing 2nd ODI.

Shikhar Dhawan Grilled for 8 Hours in Betting App Money Laundering Probe

Shikhar Dhawan faced questioning by the Enforcement Directorate for eight hours. The questioning relates to an alleged illegal betting app money laundering case. The ED recorded his statement under the PMLA. Suresh Raina was also questioned last month. More sportspersons and celebrities are expected to be questioned. The government has banned real-money online gaming.

Matthew Breetzke Sets ODI Record: South African Star Achieves Unprecedented Milestone in Debut Series

Matthew Breetzke has made a remarkable entry into international cricket, setting a new record by scoring fifty or more runs in his first five ODI innings. The South African opener surpassed Navjot Singh Sidhu's previous record, achieving this milestone during the second ODI against England at Lord's.

Paquetá Weighs Legal Action Against FA After Spot-Fixing Saga Derails Manchester City Transfer

Lucas Paquetá is considering whether to sue the FA after a move from West Ham to Manchester City collapsed in 2023 amid a spot-fixing investigation.

Liverpool Parade Incident: Paul Doyle Denies 31 Charges in Court

A man accused of driving into crowds at Liverpool's victory parade has pleaded not guilty to 31 offences.

IPL Ticket Prices to Surge as GST Hikes to 40%; International Cricket Matches May See Relief

However, international cricket gets a respite and sees a reduction in its GST rate from 28% to 18%

Daniel Levy Ends 24-Year Reign as Tottenham Chairman; Peter Charrington to Take Over

Daniel Levy has stepped down from his role as Tottenham Hotspur chairman, the London club announced on Thursday.

ICC Unveils Record-Low Ticket Prices for Women's Cricket World Cup 2025, Starting at Rs 100

The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced ticket sales for the Women's World Cup 2025 at a record low price for any global ICC event.

Shreya Ghoshal to Ignite ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 Opening Ceremony

Shreya Ghoshal will perform at the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 opening ceremony in Guwahati. The event promises affordable tickets and a vibrant celebration of women's cricket, boosting fan engagement across India.

US Open Semifinal Showdown: Sabalenka Seeks Repeat Victory Against Pegula in High-Stakes Rematch - How to Watch

Aryna Sabalenka and Jessica Pegula will clash in the US Open 2025 semifinal in a highly anticipated rematch. Pegula aims to avenge last year's final loss on home soil, adding extra drama to the contest.

Punjab Kings Donate ₹3.38 Million for Punjab Flood Relief Amidst Devastating Crisis

Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Punjab Kings (PBKS) has come out in support of the flood victims in Punjab by donating Rs 33.8 lakh in relief funds.

Yastika Bhatia Injury Sidelines Her From Australia ODIs and World Cup; Replacement Named

Uma Chetry has been named as Bhatia's replacement in both squads

Ruturaj Gaikwad Uses Injury Layoff to Hone Red-Ball Cricket Skills, Eyes Test Format Future

Ruturaj Gaikwad utilized his injury layoff to refine his red-ball technique, acknowledging he still has progress to make. He scored 184 for West Zone in the Duleep Trophy semifinal, following a century in the Buchi Babu tournament. Gaikwad also welcomed MS Dhoni's remark about his return strengthening CSK's batting in IPL 2026.

India Battles Back from Early Deficit to Secure 4-1 Victory Over Malaysia in Hockey Asia Cup

India recovered from an early setback to defeat Malaysia 4-1 in their second Asia Cup Super4s match. After conceding in the second minute, India's Manpreet Singh, Sukhjeet Singh, Shilanand Lakra, and Vivek Sagar Prasad scored to secure the victory. Coach Craig Fulton praised the team's comeback and balanced performance. They take on China next on Saturday.

Rohit Sharma Mobbed by Fans in Mumbai After Ganpati Darshan: Watch Viral Video

Rohit Sharma, India's ODI captain, was recently seen offering prayers to Lord Ganesha in Mumbai amidst a large crowd. Videos circulating online show the cricketer performing rituals and acknowledging fans, causing a chaotic scene around his car. He is expected to return to action in October for an ODI series in Australia, with a preparatory series planned beforehand.

Yograj Singh Accuses Dhoni of 'Shitty' Treatment, Supports Irfan Pathan Amid Controversy

Yograj Singh, father of Yuvraj, has unleashed harsh criticism on MS Dhoni, Kapil Dev, and Bishan Singh Bedi, accusing them of mistreating players. Irfan Pathan addressed a resurfaced video controversy linked to his ouster from the Indian team under Dhoni’s captaincy. Yograj backed Pathan’s claims, highlighting other players who have spoken against Dhoni's leadership and decisions.

Liverpool trophy parade chaos: Accused pleads not guilty; Trial to happen later this year

Paul Doyle, 53, has pleaded not guilty to 31 charges, including attempted grievous bodily harm and dangerous driving, stemming from an incident during Liverpool's title celebrations on May 26, 2025. A grey Renault was driven into crowds on Water Street, injuring 47 people, including children. Doyle's trial is scheduled to begin on November 25 at Liverpool Crown Court.