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

Women's Asia Cup 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

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Cricket

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A sensational spell of 5/20 from Indian spinner Sai Kishore served as the catalyst for Gloucestershire's resounding 213-run win over Derbyshire

Sai Kishore wreaked havoc in County Championship with a sizzling fifer

Kishore's fifer powered Gloucestershire to 213-run win over Derbyshire

Sai Kishore celebrates after taking wicket during Gloucestershire vs Derbyshire clash. (Screenshot)

India spinner runs riot with destructive fifer in County Championship

Stuart Broad has picked his all-time 10 Test fast bowlers, and some cutouts have surprised the fans. Here is who made it and who didn't. 

The ranking has sparked lively debate among fans, many of whom question Anderson’s top spot and the omission

What was surprising is that the list did not include Mitchell Starc

Stuart Broad picks all-time top 10 Test pacers; India star, 3 Australias make cut

Stuart Broad

Stuart Broad picks all-time top 10 Test pacers; India star, 3 Aussies make cut

South Zone skipper Tilak Varma's sledging got into East Zone skipper Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's head, resulting in the latter's dismissal during Duleep Trophy 2026 final

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi fell prey to Tilak Varma's sledging during Duleep Trophy final

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi ended up scoring a quickfire 37-ball 44

East Zone vice captain Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (L) and South Africa skipper Tilak Varma in frame. (Screenshot)

'Kya ye vice-captain?': How Tilak Varma's sledge prompted Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's

Pakistan has created an unwanted record as the cricket team’s win ratio has crashed to a historic low for the first time in 40 years. 

Once a force that regularly challenged the best sides in the 1980s and 1990s, Pakistan have struggled badly in recent years

Frequent batting collapses, inconsistent bowling and constant team changes have all contributed to the decline

Pakistan creates unwanted record; win ratio crashes to historic low in 40 years

Pakistan Cricket Team

Shafali Verma has created history as she becomes the youngest woman in T20I history to script this record. Here is all you need to know. 

Verma is the 16th woman overall and the third Indian, after Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur, to join the exclusive 3,000-run club in the format

The milestone came as the Women in Blue restricted their traditional rivals Pakistan to 55 all out and chased the target with ease

Shafali Verma scripts history in Women’s T20I to create an unbelievable record

Shafali Verma, Asia Cup 2026

India continued their winning run against Pakistan with an emphatic seven-wicket win in their Women's Asia Cup 2026 clash on September 5.

India crushed Pakistan by seven wickets in their Women's Asia Cup 2026 clash

India completed the lowly 56-run chase with 68 balls to spare

India's Richa Ghosh (2nd from L) successfully appeals for the wicket of Pakistan's Shawaal Zulfiqar (L) in this frame. (Getty)

Women's Asia Cup: India extend winning-ritual vs Pakistan with 7-wicket victory

Captain Harmanpreet Kaur is happy with India's 'ruthless' win against Pakistan in their Women's Asia Cup 2026 clash on September 5

Harmanpreet Kaur commended India's 'ruthless' win against Pakistan

India completed the lowly 56-run target with 68 balls to spare

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur (L) bats during Women's Asia Cup 2026 clash against Pakistan. (Getty)

Harmanpreet hails India's 'Ruthless' win vs Pakistan heading into semifinals

Board of Control for Cricket in India to tweak FTP calendar to tackle player fatigue and injury concerns. BCCI is apparently pushing for more rests between the series and tour games

BCCI is in a bid to sets new FTP strategy for overseas tours  

BCCI wants FTP calendar to be tweaked to tackle player fatigue and injury concerns 

India's captain Shubman Gill in this frame. (Getty)

No more packed schedules as BCCI proposes crucial rest windows in next FTP cycle

 Tilak Varma gives a huge update on KL Rahul’s availability for the Duleep Trophy final. Will he play or not? 

Siraj and Padikkal have been included in the South Zone squad, with the team management expected to adjust the playing XI to accommodate the India players

 Rahul, Padikkal and Siraj were recently part of India's Test squad for the Sri Lanka series

Will KL Rahul play in Duleep Trophy final? Tilak Varma gives major update

KL Rahul, Duleep Trophy final

East Zone captain Ishan Kishan drew BCCI selectors' attention towards his teammate Mohammed Shami's hunger to make India comeback 

Ishan Kishan feels Mohammed Shami still has the hunger for India comeback

East Zone's Ishan Kishan and Mohammed Shami are gearing up for Duleep Trophy final against South Zone

East Zone's Ishan Kishan (L) and Mohammed Shami in this frame. (X)

Ishan Kishan advocates for Shami's India comeback ahead of Duleep Trophy final

BCCI is left with tough choices as IOA has declined to offer any special treatment for cricket at the Asian Games. Either official game hotels or a self-arranged stay. Here is what you need to know.  

The association will not intervene to secure separate facilities for cricket to ensure equal treatment and the welfare of the entire Indian contingent across 36 sports

 It is to be noted that the separate stay will have implications for anti-doping procedures

IOA draws line, no special treatment for cricket at Asian Games; BCCI must decide: Official games hotels or self-arranged stay

Asian Games 2026, BCCI

IOA refuses special treatment for cricket at Asian Games; BCCI must decide

All about the Duleep Trophy final schedule, date, time, live stream, and more. When and where to watch?

South Zone, captained by Tilak Varma, advanced after a seven-wicket win over North Zone

 This marks the first East Zone–South Zone final in the tournament since 1971

Duleep Trophy final date, time, live stream and more; when and where to watch?

Duleep Trophy final

Team India is all set face Japan for the first time ever in a T20I match. BCCI and Japan Cricket Association jointly announced the historic fixture, which will be played on September 22

India will face Japan for the first time ever in a T20I match

The India vs Japan T20I clash will take place on September 22

India's explosive batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in this frame. (Getty)

India to play T20I match against Japan on this date, know all details here

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Football

John Abraham's response to the question of who his favourite footballer is has gone viral. He also predicted that football will become India’s new cricket, impressing fans. 

The event marked the unveiling of NorthEast United’s 2026-27 kit in partnership with Reebok

After prolonged negotiations, the All India Football Federation has handed greater commercial and operational control to the clubs under a new club-led model for the 2026-27 season

John Abraham’s response to favourite footballer goes viral

John Abraham, ISL

FIFA president Infantino has responded to questions about his future amid the ongoing fallout, and here is what he has said. 

The appearance marks one of Infantino’s more visible public outings since the collapse of his controversial FIFA Forward Enterprise plan in late July

It triggered fierce opposition from UEFA, which threatened a boycott of FIFA competitions, along with criticism from other confederations and internal FIFA figures

FIFA President Infantino responds to questions about future amid ongoing fallout

Gianni Infantino, FIFA

Did Messi just declare himself GOAT? The football legend’s new video is going viral on the internet. Here is what the World Cup winner posted. 

The receipt builds to several pointed conclusions before ending with the line that has dominated discussion: “GOAT debate: settled.”

 The post arrives shortly after Messi announced his retirement from international football

Watch: Messi declares ‘GOAT Debate: SETTLED’ vs Ronaldo in viral Instagram video

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo

Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal has been added to the club’s leadership group as head coach Hansi Flick totally favours the FIFA World Cup winner. 

The leadership group now consists of Raphinha, Pedri, Eric Garcia, Frenkie de Jong and Yamal

The young forward, who wears the club’s number 10 shirt, has established himself as one of Barcelona’s standout performers and an on-pitch leader under Flick

Hansi Flick backs 19-year-old Lamine Yamal as one of FC Barcelona’s new captains in major leadership move

Lamine Yamal, Hansi Flick, FC Barcelona

Hansi Flick backs 19-year-old Lamine Yamal as one of FC Barcelona’s new captains

The stadium chanted Lionel Messi’s name as the club paused the match in the 10th minute in an emotional tribute after the World Cup winner’s retirement.   

Messi, who wore the iconic No 10 shirt throughout most of his international career, confirmed earlier this week that he would no longer play for Argentina

The AFA described the tribute as “recognition of Lionel Messi’s career with the Argentina national team.”

Watch: Stadium shouts Lionel Messi's name as match paused in emotional tribute in Argentina

Lionel Messi

Watch: Stadium shouts Lionel Messi's name as match paused in emotional tribute 

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IND vs SL

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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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Tennis

Yuki Bhambri and Anirudh Chandrasekar's run at the US Open 2026 prematurely came to an end as they suffered defeats in their respective men's doubles clashes

The duo of Yuki Bhambri-Michael Venus went down to Ryan Seggerman and Patrik Trhac

Meanwhile, Anirudh Chandrasekar and his Belarusian teammate Ivan Liutarevich lost to Arthur Fery and Joshua Paris

Michael Venus and Yuki Bhambri (R)B in action during a Men's Doubles US Open clash. (Getty)

US Open: Double first-round blow for India, Yuki Bhambri and Anirudh Chandraseka

Top Headlines

Mohammad Shami leads the focus in the Dulip Trophy 2026 final, with Ishan Kishan and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi also making key contributions

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Shami key focus in the Dulip Trophy 2026 final alongside Kishan, Sooryavanshi

Others

India has created container-based mock accommodations for athletes in Patiala and Bengaluru to replicate Asian Games living conditions in Japan. This helps athletes adjust before the games starting September 19th.

Indias preparation for the asian games accommodations

Indias preparation for the asian games accommodati

India prepares athletes for Asian Games with mock accommodations

India will host the first ICC Women's Champions Trophy in February 2027 featuring six international teams across two venues

India to host inaugural ICC womens champions trophy 2027

Sports News

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'Kya ye vice-captain?': How Tilak Varma's sledge prompted Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's

'Kya ye vice-captain?': How Tilak Varma's sledge prompted Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's

India spinner runs riot with destructive fifer in County Championship

Women's Asia Cup: India extend winning-ritual vs Pakistan with 7-wicket victory

Harmanpreet hails India's 'Ruthless' win vs Pakistan heading into semifinals

No more packed schedules as BCCI proposes crucial rest windows in next FTP cycle

Will KL Rahul play in Duleep Trophy final? Tilak Varma gives major update

Ishan Kishan advocates for Shami's India comeback ahead of Duleep Trophy final

IOA refuses special treatment for cricket at Asian Games; BCCI must decide

Duleep Trophy final date, time, live stream and more; when and where to watch?

India spinner runs riot with destructive fifer in County Championship

Women's Asia Cup: India extend winning-ritual vs Pakistan with 7-wicket victory

Harmanpreet hails India's 'Ruthless' win vs Pakistan heading into semifinals

No more packed schedules as BCCI proposes crucial rest windows in next FTP cycle

Will KL Rahul play in Duleep Trophy final? Tilak Varma gives major update

Ishan Kishan advocates for Shami's India comeback ahead of Duleep Trophy final

IOA refuses special treatment for cricket at Asian Games; BCCI must decide

Duleep Trophy final date, time, live stream and more; when and where to watch?

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Shami key focus in the Dulip Trophy 2026 final alongside Kishan, Sooryavanshi

India prepares athletes for Asian Games with mock accommodations

India to host ICC Women's Champions Trophy for the first time in 2027

PCB chairman defends dropping seven players before third Test vs ENG

Naomi Osaka urges influencers to respect tennis etiquette at US Open