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Online gaming bill: What does it mean for sports and sports enthusiasts?

India's Online Gaming Bill 2025 boosts esports but bans real money games, gambling and betting. Here's all you need to know about the new bill that was passed in the Cabinet on Tuesday, August 19.

Neymar reasons with upset Santos fans at training ground

The fallout from Santos' 6-0 defeat against Vasco da Gama continued on Tuesday as Neymar confronted angry fans at the club's training ground.

Errani, Vavassori defend US Open title in revamped mixed doubles

Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori defended their US Open mixed doubles title Wednesday night, keeping a traditional team on top of a revamped event filled with singles stars.

Miami wins thriller with Lionel Messi out, coach sent off

Inter Miami CF advanced to the semifinals of the 2025 Leagues Cup tournament after a dramatic 2-1 win over Tigres on Wednesday night at Chase Stadium.

Arsenal hijack Tottenham's Eberechi Eze move, agree deal - sources

Arsenal have agreed to a fee of close to £68 million ($92m) with Crystal Palace for midfielder Eberechi Eze, sources have told ESPN.

How will Premier League's new stars fare: Wirtz, Sesko, more

Loads of big names have arrived in the Premier League this summer, so it's time for Luis Miguel Echegaray to break down who might succeed or flop.

Pujara available for Ranji season; Rahane quits Mumbai captaincy

Despite quitting captaincy, Rahane has made himself available as a player for Mumbai

To get out of the West Indies series unscathed was a good effort - Green

The Australian all-rounder is hopeful that the pitches for the Ashes won't be as testing for the batters as it was in the series against West Indies

Knight returns to England squad for World Cup

Sarah Glenn and Danni Wyatt-Hodge, who weren't a part of the ODI squad against India, have also been recalled to the side

Watch: Child attacked with sticks - 3 dead, hundreds arrested in deadly football violence in Argentina

A Copa Sudamericana match between Independiente and Universidad de Chile was marred by extreme violence, leading to its abandonment. Clashes between rival fans resulted in numerous injuries and arrests, with Chilean supporters blamed for instigating the chaos. The incident has sparked condemnation from both clubs and political figures, raising concerns about security arrangements at football matches.

KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane steps down from leadership role: 'It's the right time to groom a new leader'

Ajinkya Rahane has relinquished his captaincy of Mumbai's domestic cricket team, aiming to foster new leadership while continuing as a player across all formats. Rahane led Mumbai to victory in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy last season and expressed his commitment to contribute to the team's future success. Mumbai has potential captaincy candidates like Shreyas Iyer and Suryakumar Yadav.

'He was better than Sachin Tendulkar ... ': Vinod Kambli's brother makes big revelation

Virendra Kambli, brother of Vinod Kambli, speaks about Vinod and Sachin Tendulkar. He says Vinod never felt superior to Sachin. Virendra emphasises their strong friendship. Sachin still supports Vinod. They shared camaraderie during Ranji Trophy matches. Virendra recalls fun times in the dressing room. Vinod's Test average was impressive. Sachin became a record-breaking legend. Their bond remains strong.

'Mera naseeb hai': Shreyas Iyer's father reveals son's response after Asia Cup snub

Santosh Iyer expressed his disappointment and perceived unfairness regarding his son Shreyas Iyer's exclusion from the Asia Cup squad. Despite Shreyas' consistent IPL performances, including leading KKR to a title and PBKS to a final, selectors have overlooked him. Former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar also criticized the decision, suggesting it indicates Iyer is no longer considered for T20 cricket.

BCCI extends Ajit Agarkar's term as men's chief selector till June 2026: Report

BCCI has reportedly extended Ajit Agarkar's tenure as chairman of the senior men's selection committee till June 2026. This move comes after India's strong performances under his leadership, signalling stability amid upcoming cricketing challenges.

Ajinkya Rahane steps down as Mumbai captain ahead of new domestic season

Veteran India batter Ajinkya Rahane announced on Thursday that he would be stepping down as captain of Mumbai ahead of the upcoming domestic season. Rahane took to social media to reveal his decision, citing the need to groom a new leader within the team.

Asia Cup: Ex-India selector makes a bold comment on Indian star - 'He could never be consistent, even in the IPL'

Shubman Gill's Asia Cup vice-captaincy has intensified debate over Sanju Samson's T20 future, despite his selection. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar highlighted Gill and Samson as opening options alongside Abhishek Sharma. Captain Suryakumar Yadav strongly backed Jitesh Sharma's inclusion, praising his post-T20WC performance.

Online Gaming Bill cleared in Lok Sabha: What does that mean for Esports? 5 key takeaways

Lok Sabha has passed the Online Gaming Bill, banning money-based games while promoting Esports and social gaming. The move addresses concerns about addiction and financial fraud, though some worry it will drive gaming underground. The bill recognises e-sports, categorises social games, and establishes a national authority to oversee online gaming, with strict penalties for violations.

'Shreyas Iyer agar Pakistan mein hote... ': Ex-cricketer after star batter's Asia Cup snub

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali expressed shock over the exclusion of Shreyas Iyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Mohammed Siraj, and Mohammed Shami from India's Asia Cup squad. Ali believes Iyer's omission is particularly unjust, stating that in Pakistan, these players would be top-tier.

Who is Eberechi Eze, the potential new Arsenal signing for more than £68 million

Arsenal are reportedly poised to outmanoeuvre Spurs for Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze in a £68 million deal, with their interest intensifying due to concerns over Kai Havertz's knee injury. Despite Eze being expected to join Spurs, Arsenal matched their offer. Palace coach Oliver Glasner affirmed Eze's commitment to the team amidst transfer speculation.

US Open 2025: Specialists Sara Errani, Andrea Vavassori win 'reimagined' mixed doubles title

Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori clinched their second consecutive US Open mixed doubles title, defeating Iga Swiatek and Casper Ruud in a thrilling final. The Italian duo navigated a revamped tournament format that prioritised singles stars, securing a $1 million prize.