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IPL star Priyansh Arya sets eyes on Ranji Trophy

From local tournaments to the IPL, Arya has climbed steadily. His focus now is on making his Ranji debut

Chelsea ratings: South American trident with 8/10 in rout at West Ham

Enzo Maresca's team gets its first win of the season in style, cruising to a 5-1 victory at West Ham United with several standout performances.

From Maaya Rajeshwaran to Kriish Tyagi: Junior India stars to watch out for at US Open

US Open 2025: Several junior Indian players, led by Maaya Rajeshwaran and Kriish Tyagi, will feature in the upcoming tournament. Four others—Hitesh Chauhan, Arjun Rathi, Rethin Pranav Senthil Kumar, and Arnav Paparkar—will play in the boys' qualifying rounds.

Piyush Chawla, Siddharth Kaul among 13 Indians to register for SA20 auction

As mandated by the BCCI, all the Indian entrants are either retired or have relinquished their claims to play for India or in the IPL

Nurul, Saif recalled to Bangladesh squad for Asia Cup

Mehidy Hasan has been left out of the 15-player squad

MS Dhoni spotted in army-themed Hummer! Video goes viral - Watch

Mahendra Singh Dhoni's Hummer, sporting a unique army-inspired design and the number plate JH01AB 7781, was recently spotted cruising through what appears to be Ranchi. A fan-captured video of the SUV has gone viral, amassing over 3 lakh views on Instagram. Dhoni's well-known passion for automobiles extends to luxury cars, vintage models, and customized vehicles.

Asia Cup: 'It will be high pressure, but ... ': Virender Sehwag makes bold prediction for India

Virender Sehwag expressed strong belief in India's chances at the upcoming Asia Cup in September, highlighting the team's skill, balance, and mindset for high-pressure situations. India, with a record eight Asia Cup titles, begins their campaign against UAE on September 10. The tournament serves as crucial preparation for the T20 World Cup, with Suryakumar Yadav leading a strong squad.

Asia Cup: 'Nothing less than shameless' - Samajwadi Party calls to boycott India-Pakistan match

As the Asia Cup 2025 approaches, the scheduled India-Pakistan cricket match in Dubai faces political opposition. Samajwadi Party leaders question the appropriateness of sporting ties given strained relations and recent terror attacks. They argue that playing against Pakistan, especially after the Pahalgam attack, is unacceptable and would disgrace the nation.

Premier League: Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur lock horns at the Etihad - When and where to watch live in India

Manchester City will face Tottenham Hotspur at the Etihad Stadium this Saturday, both eager to continue their winning momentum. City, fresh off a 4-0 victory, currently lead the table. Despite a mixed record against Spurs, Guardiola welcomes back Rodri from injury, praising him as the world's best. New signings Reijnders and Cherki impressed in their debut.

Bundesliga: Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig clash in season opener - When and where to watch live in India

Bayern Munich, the defending Bundesliga champions, face RB Leipzig in the season opener amidst concerns over squad depth due to key player departures and a major injury to Musiala. Leipzig aims to capitalize on Bayern's uncertainty and make an early statement. The Bundesliga matches will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network and streamed on Sony Liv.

ISL crisis: AIFF and FSDL to start discussions on Master Rights Agreement - Former issues statement

The AIFF and ISL organizers, FSDL, have been given the green light by the Supreme Court to discuss the Master Rights Agreement (MRA) to ensure the upcoming ISL season proceeds without further roadblocks. AIFF aims to negotiate mutually agreeable measures with FSDL before the next hearing on August 28, 2025, to resolve the uncertainty that led to clubs facing financial difficulties.

US Open: Carlos Alcaraz put on notice as Kokkinakis reveals his 'only weakness'

US Open 2025: Thanasi Kokkinakis opened up on the massive competition between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz before the hard-court major gets underway on August 24 at Flushing Meadows.

US Open: With more confidence, Jessica Pegula aims to shrug off 2024 heartbreak

Jessica Pegula enters the 2025 US Open with a mix of pressure and renewed confidence after a runner-up finish last year, despite recent early exits at the Citi Open, Wimbledon, National Bank Open, and Cincinnati.

Hong Kong announce squad for Asia Cup 2025, Yasim Murtuza to lead

Hong Kong has announced a 20-member squad for the Asia Cup 2025, led by captain Yasim Murtaza and vice-captain Babar Hayat, combining experience and youth. The team will begin preparations in the UAE on August 24 ahead of Group B matches against Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

BGMS Season 4 League Stage Week 1 Day 4 Results and Points Table

BGMS 2025 Week 1 Day 4 saw Orangutan top the points table with 125 points, while Team Soul rose to 2nd with back-to-back wins. BGCS 2025 topped by Team Resilience on Day 3.

Krafton India to host two more official events in 2025

Recent reports suggest Krafton India will host two more official events before the year ends. 

Asia Cup 2025: Bangladesh name Liton Das-led squad; wicketkeeper-batter returns after 3 years

Bangladesh have announced their 16-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup, led by Litton Das, with Quazi Nurul Hasan Sohan returning after nearly three years. The team included senior players like Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed. Prior to the Asia Cup, Bangladesh will play a three-match T20I series against the Netherlands.

La Liga: Defending champions Barcelona clash with newly promoted Levante - How to watch the game in India live

Barcelona aims to continue their winning momentum against newly-promoted Levante after a dominant 3-0 victory over Mallorca. The potential return of Robert Lewandowski, who scored 42 goals last season, would significantly boost their attack. Hansi Flick emphasizes consistency as Barcelona seeks to set the pace in the title race, while Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid also face newly-promoted teams.

Sponsor Lacoste honours Novak Djokovic with unique move ahead of US Open - Watch

Lacoste is honoring Novak Djokovic's legendary career with a limited-edition apparel line featuring a GOAT logo, replacing the iconic crocodile. As Djokovic aims for a record 25th Grand Slam title at the US Open, this tribute recognises his enduring impact on tennis. Despite acknowledging age and fitness challenges, Djokovic remains determined to prove his dominance on the Grand Slam stage.

'This math isn't mathing': Aakash Chopra questions RCB's influence on Rajat Patidar's MP captaincy, sparks debate

Aakash Chopra has ignited controversy by questioning RCB's influence on Rajat Patidar's captaincy in domestic cricket. Mo Bobat revealed he encouraged Patidar to seek leadership roles at the state level, leading to his appointment as Madhya Pradesh captain. Chopra found it questionable for IPL franchises to 'nudge' players into domestic captaincy roles, sparking debate about the ethics of such influence.