Basketball

Here is all you need to know about the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup Qatar, including the date, venue, teams, format and more.  

A total of 32 national teams will compete for the Naismith Trophy

In the first round, the teams are divided into eight groups of four

2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup Qatar: Date, format, venue, teams and more

FIBA World Cup 2027, FIBA World Cup 2027 Qatar

Watch a true Russell Westbrook fan’s epic journey spotlight as the NBA legend retires. The video is going viral online. 

The fan peeled the jerseys off one by one while holding a handmade sign declaring the distance travelled to see his “GOAT.”

Westbrook, the 2017 MVP and all-time NBA leader in triple-doubles, announced his retirement on 12 August 2026 following a final season with the Sacramento Kings

True Russ Fan? Watch Taiwanese supporter’s epic journey spotlighted as NBA legend Russell Westbrook retires

Russell Westbrook

Fan’s epic journey spotlighted as NBA legend Russell Westbrook retires

American singer and actress Hilary Duff joked that she feels like LeBron James as she compared herself with the NBA superstar.

Duff’s Lucky Me Tour launched in late June 2026 with shows in West Palm Beach and Tampa, Florida, before progressing through various U.S. cities

LeBron recently joined the 76ers for a two-year deal as he marks his 24th official season in the league

Hilary Duff compares with LeBron after Tour stops mirror NBA superstar’s path

LeBron James, Hilary Duff

Stephen Curry and Luka Doncic are set to face each other as the Lakers and the Warriors face off each other in the NBA opening week clash. Here is all you need to know. 

The Lakers are building around the Slovenian superstar alongside players such as Austin Reaves in a post-LeBron era

The California showdown is scheduled for Wednesday 21 October

Curry vs Doncic? Warriors and Lakers set for iconic NBA opening week clash

Luka Doncic, Stephen Curry, Lakers, Warriors, NBA

NBA has announced a star-studded triple-header to open the season, and the fans would not want to miss it. Here is all you need to know. 

The league unveiled the opening-night slate featuring three marquee matchups

LeBron James and Jaylen Brown make their Philadelphia 76ers debuts against Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks

NBA announces star-studded tripleheader to open 2026-27 season

NBA opening day schedule

Duleep Trophy, 2026

Pakistan tour of England, 2026

Asia Cup Women's T20, 2026

India tour of Afghanistan, 2026

Asian Games Men’s T20I, 2026

Asian Games Women's Cricket Competition, 2026

South Africa and Zimbabwe tour of Namibia, 2026

ACC Men's Premier Cup, 2026

Australia tour of Zimbabwe, 2026

South Africa tour of Namibia, 2026

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Cricket

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The Mumbai Cricket Association is set to name its lounges after these three former captains. Who are they? Find out. 

MCA president Ajinkya Naik confirmed that a three-member sub-committee has been formed to finalise the specific areas

In a separate decision at the same meeting, the MCA resolved to increase its grassroots development corpus from ₹100 crore to ₹500 crore over the next 10 years

MCA to name Wankhede lounges after these three former captains

MCA, Sachin Tendulkar

Razaullah's special yet fighting 81-run knock led Pakistan's fightback on Day 3 as England have been handed 130-run target in the third Test

Pakistan have handed 130-run target for England to chase in third Test

Razaullah came up with a counter-attacking 81-run knock to rescue Pakistan from a precarious position

Pakistan's Razaullah walks after being stumped by England's Jordan Cox during third Test. (Getty)

ENG vs PAK: Razaullah-Abbas' counter-attacking resistance keeps Pakistan alive

Sri Lanka thrashed Pakistan by four wickets in the final to set up Women's Asia Cup 2026 final date with Team India. Sri Lanka chased down the lowly 131-run target with 8 balls to spare

Sri Lanka got the better of Pakistan by four wickets to storm into Women's Asia Cup 2026 final

Sri Lanka will now face India in the title clash

Sri Lanka's Chamudi Praboda (C) celebrates the wicket of Pakistan's Sadaf Shamas (not in picture) during Women's Asia Cup semifinal. (Getty)

Women's Asia Cup: SL knock out Pakistan to set up final date with India

Rohit Sharma has stayed noncommittal about his participation in the 2027 World Cup. Recent moments, including a T-shirt message, have sparked speculation about his future in the Indian ODI team

Rohit Sharma 2027 world cup noncommittal comments

Rohit Sharma remains non-committal about his ODI World Cup participation

Pakistan cricket is under cyber crime investigation as senior players Mohammad Rizwan and Imam Ul Haq are questioned over dressing room leaks and financial scrutiny tied to the Test series against England

Pakistan cricket cybercrime investigation and dressing room leaks

Pakistan cricket cybercrime investigation and dres

Pakistan cricket under cyber crime investigation with key players questioned

India vs Afghanistan

Ahead of the T20I opener against Afghanistan, Ishan Kishan gave the Indian camp a brief fright after picking up a minor fitness issue during Friday’s training stint

Ishan Kishan gave India an injury scare ahead of first T20I against Afghanistan

The first T20I between India and Afghanistan will be played on September 13

India's Ishan Kishan (R) and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in this frame. (Getty)

Big injury scare for India, star batter struck on back during nets session ahead

Making his return to training at the Kotla, Jasprit Bumrah immediately put Vaibhav Sooryavanshi under pressure with an intense examination during India's nets session ahead of first T20I against Afghanistan

Jasprit Bumrah put Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to the test during India's training session

Bumrah took just two balls to dismiss the 15-year-old batting prodigy

Jasprit Bumrah tests Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in India's high-intensity nets session. (Screenshot)

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah tests Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in high-intensity nets session

IPL 2026

Though MS Dhoni currently holds over 1 lakh shares in Chennai Super Kings, the team has flatly dismissed claims that the former captain is attempting to secure big stakes

MS Dhoni has over one lakh unlisted equity shares of Chennai Super Kings

The vast majority of the franchise remains under the control of the Srinivasan family with a stake exceeding 55%

Former CSK captain MS Dhoni in this frame. (Getty)

Dhoni's multi-crore CSK stake secret is out, Chennai franchise discloses details

Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) officially reopened recruitment for the top Sports Science post at its Centre of Excellence, seeking to fill a strategic void that has persisted since March 2025.

BCCI has invited applications for CoE Head of Sports Science

The deadline for applying for the top post is September 30

BCCI finally invites applications for CoE Head of Sports Science to fill void since March 2025. (Getty)

BCCI finally invites applications for CoE Head of Sports Science to fill void si

Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan and Imam Ul Haq are being investigated by National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) over dressing room leaks

Pakistan Cricket is hit by fresh controversy as Cyber Agency steps in

Mohammed Rizwan and Imam Ul Haq are being investigated by NCCIA over alleged dressing room leaks

Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan (L) and Imam-Ul-Haq in this frame. (Getty)

Pakistan's Cyber Crime Agency summons Rizwan, Imam over dressing room leaks

Virat Kohli’s childhood coach has a very clear message for those who are in doubt about his 2027 World Cup place. Here is what Rajkumar Sharma has said. 

Sharma also praised his influence on fitness standards across Indian cricket

Kohli, the Indian batter now focused solely on the 50-over format after stepping away from Tests and T20Is, has maintained strong consistency in ODIs this year

Virat Kohli’s childhood coach’s bold statement on his 2027 World Cup place

Virat Kohli, 2027 ODI World Cup, Rajkumar Sharma

A 131-year-old mark in first-class cricket history was equaled when Indian spinner Manav Suthar delivered a flawless bowling performance for Warwickshire against Glamorgan

Warwickshire's Manav Suthar scripted a massive piece of history during a County Championship clash

He snapped three wickets without giving away any run during match against Glamorgan

India's star spinner Manav Suthar in this frame. (X)

Suthar scripts 131-yr-old record with unbelievable spell in County Championship

Mohammed Shami’s cheeky banter with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is something that is grabbing attention after the Duleep Trophy success. 

The 36-year-old added that the youngster’s constant banter was refreshing and that encouraging open communication would benefit Sooryavanshi’s development

Sooryavanshi, already the youngest player to represent India in international cricket, impressed with the bat during the tournament

Shami’s cheeky banter with Sooryavanshi after Duleep Trophy success

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Mohammed Shami, Duleep Trophy

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Football

Vozinha has been nominated as the Goalkeeper of the Year, as the World Cup hero’s Ballon d’Or nomination marks a historic moment for Cape Verde. 

Cape Verde star Vozinha has been nominated for the Goalkeeper of the Year award at the 2026 Ballon d’Or

Vozinha signed for Chilean club Colo-Colo as a free agent, with several clubs eyeing for the footballer

‘Goalkeeper of the year’: World Cup hero Vozinha’s Ballon d’Or nomination marks historic first for Cape Verde

Vozinha, Cape Verde, Ballon d'Or

World Cup hero Vozinha’s Ballon d’Or nomination marks Cape Verde's historic 1st

Brazil has named a star-studded squad for a historic friendly against India in Kolkata. Real Madrid’s Vinicius and Barcelona’s Raphinha headline. Here is all you need to know. 

The squad also features a mix of established internationals and emerging talents

The fixture has generated huge excitement in Indian football circles

Raphinha, Vinicius Jr & more called for Brazil's  26-man squad vs India

Carlo Ancelotti, Vinicius Jr and Raphinha, Brazil vs India

Raphinha, Vinicius Jr & more called for Brazil's  26-man squad vs India 

Lionel Messi remains a top footballer with a nomination for the 2026 Ballon dOr after scoring 8 goals and 4 assists in the FIFA World Cup

lionel messi among nominees for 2026 ballon dor

Lionel Messi nominated for Ballon d'Or 2026 after strong World Cup show

The nominees for the Ballon D'Or 2026 have been announced with superstars footballers making the 30-man list. However, yet again the Portuguese icon Cristiano Ronaldo failed to make the cut

The high-profile Ballon D'or 2026 nominees have  been revealed

Cristiano Ronaldo has yet again failed to make it to the 30-man shortlist

Argentine football icon Lionel Messi (L) and Portugal's football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo in frame. (Getty)

Ballon d’Or 2026 nominees unveiled: Messi, Kane, Haaland lead shortlist; no CR7 

Belgium is set to vote against Gianni Infantino for FIFA re-election bid for two reasons, one of which is the Balogun case during the World Cup. Here is all you need to know. 

The first is the controversial decision during the 2026 World Cup to suspend U.S. striker Folarin Balogun’s one-match red-card ban

The Belgian federation’s stance aligns with UEFA, which has called for Infantino’s resignation over the failed commercial plan

Belgium to vote against Infantino for FIFA re-election bid for two reasons

Belgium, FIFA, Gianni Infantino

Motor Sports

India's Formula 1 dream receives a major boost after a landmark move involving the Sports Ministry. Here's why it could be a turning point for Indian motorsport.

The Sports Ministry has granted FMSCI provisional National Sports Federation (NSF) recognition, marking a major milestone for Indian motorsport.

The move is expected to strengthen efforts to bring Formula 1 back to India, with the government targeting the sport's return by 2028.

India's Formula 1 dream gets major boost as Sports Ministry NSF take landmark decision

India's Formula 1 dream gets major boost as Sports Ministry NSF take landmark...

FIFA World Cup 2026

A Formula 1 world champion has shared his prediction for the FIFA World Cup 2026 winner, casting doubt on England's hopes of ending their long wait for the trophy.

A Formula 1 star backed one team over England to lift the FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy.

The reigning F1 champion also weighed in on the Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo debate.

'Not coming home': F1 world champion drops blunt verdict on England's FIFA World Cup hopes

F1 world champion drops blunt verdict on England's FIFA World Cup hopes

Nyck de Vries delivered a historic breakthrough for Mahindra Racing after securing a landmark Formula E victory in the Gen3 era.

Nyck de Vries delivered a landmark moment for Mahindra Racing after securing the team’s first victory in five years.

De Vries achieved the feat during Round 9 of the FIA Formula E World Championship.

Nyck de Vries scripts historic feat for Mahindra Racing with stunning Formula E achievement

Nyck de Vries scripts historic feat for Mahindra Racing with stunning Formula E 

Indian racer Arjun Maini delivered a standout performance ahead of Max Verstappen during a major racing event, earning attention after an impressive qualifying session.

Arjun Maini grabbed headlines after outperforming four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen.

It happened Qualifying 2 for the prestigious 24 Hours of Nurburgring.

India's Arjun Maini stuns four-time F1 world champion Max Verstappen in recent track faceoff

Arjun Maini and Max Verstappen

India's Arjun Maini stuns four-time F1 world champion Max Verstappen in track...

Oliver Bearman was spotted limping after his heavy crash at the Japanese Grand Prix, raising concerns despite a strong 2026 start.


Bearman escaped major injury but is still feeling the effects of the crash after avoiding contact with Franco Colapinto.

The Haas rookie has impressed with 17 points, outperforming teammate Esteban Ocon early in the season.

Oliver Bearman of Haas during the qualifying ahead of the Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka Circuit in Suzuka, Japan on March 28, 2026.

WATCH: Oliver Bearman spotted limping in Japan after massive Japanese Grand Prix

Asia Cup 2025

All eyes will be on Abhishek Sharma in the action-packed India versus Pakistan's Asia Cup 2025 final which is slated to be played September 28

India's star opener Abhishek Sharma in this frame

Abhishek Sharma on brink of shattering Virat Kohli's all-time record in IND vs PAK Asia Cup 2025 final

PAK vs BAN, Asia Cup: Taskin Ahmed complete his special century as he became just the 3rd Bangladeshi player to take 100 T20I wickets

Bangladesh's Taskin Ahmed in this frame

Taskin Ahmed becomes only 3rd Bangladeshi player to bag this T20I feat

The explosive New Zealand batter will be featuring in the three-match T20I series against Australia that will be commencing from October 1

Tim Seifert in this frame

Tim Seifert needs to hit 8 sixes in Australia T20Is to surpass Brendon McCullum on this elite list

Buttler has now become the wicketkeeper-batter to record the joint-most ducks in the history of T20Is 

Jos Buttler in this frame

Jos Buttler equals unwanted T20I record after recording a duck against Ireland in 3rd T20I

The former West Indies batter played a brilliant knock for the Trinbago Knight Riders in CPL qualifier against St. Lucia Kings 

Nicholas Pooran in this frame

Nicholas Pooran joins Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in elite list with quick-fire fifty in CPL 2025 

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Pakistan cricket team faces a challenging England tour after heavy losses and harsh media criticism. Their batting struggles and team changes highlight a difficult phase

Pakistan team faces record low after defeats in England test series

Pakistan team faces record low after defeats in En

Pakistan team faces record low after defeats in England Test series

Mohammad Shami aims for a cricket comeback for India ahead of the World Cup. Despite fitness questions at 36, his impressive record and hunger keep hopes alive

mohammad shami comeback hopes ahead of world cup

Mohammad Shami determined to make India comeback despite fitness concerns at 36

Pakistan women cricketers made headlines by wearing Virat Kohli-branded shoes during the ongoing Asia Cup 2026

Pakistan women cricketers wear shoes from 18 co founded by Virat Kohli

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Pakistan women cricketers sparks buzz after wearing Kohli-branded shoes

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Big injury scare for India, star batter struck on back during nets session ahead

Big injury scare for India, star batter struck on back during nets session ahead

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah tests Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in high-intensity nets session

Women's Asia Cup: SL knock out Pakistan to set up final date with India

ENG vs PAK: Razaullah-Abbas' counter-attacking resistance keeps Pakistan alive

Dhoni's multi-crore CSK stake secret is out, Chennai franchise discloses details

BCCI finally invites applications for CoE Head of Sports Science to fill void si

Pakistan's Cyber Crime Agency summons Rizwan, Imam over dressing room leaks

Virat Kohli’s childhood coach’s bold statement on his 2027 World Cup place

Suthar scripts 131-yr-old record with unbelievable spell in County Championship

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah tests Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in high-intensity nets session

Women's Asia Cup: SL knock out Pakistan to set up final date with India

ENG vs PAK: Razaullah-Abbas' counter-attacking resistance keeps Pakistan alive

Dhoni's multi-crore CSK stake secret is out, Chennai franchise discloses details

BCCI finally invites applications for CoE Head of Sports Science to fill void si

Pakistan's Cyber Crime Agency summons Rizwan, Imam over dressing room leaks

Virat Kohli’s childhood coach’s bold statement on his 2027 World Cup place

Suthar scripts 131-yr-old record with unbelievable spell in County Championship

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Pakistan cricket under cyber crime investigation with key players questioned

Rohit Sharma remains non-committal about his ODI World Cup participation

Pakistan team faces record low after defeats in England Test series

Mohammad Shami determined to make India comeback despite fitness concerns at 36

Pakistan women cricketers sparks buzz after wearing Kohli-branded shoes