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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

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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

Sri Lanka tour of West Indies, 2026

India tour of England, 2026

Pakistan tour of England, 2026

Afghanistan tour of Ireland, 2026

Bangladesh tour of Australia, 2026

India tour of Zimbabwe, 2026

New Zealand tour of West Indies, 2026

Pakistan tour of West Indies, 2026

India tour of Sri Lanka, 2026

Duleep Trophy, 2026

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With a blistering half-century against Saint Lucia Kings, Kieron Pollard is back at the top of list of highest run-scorers in T20s.

Kieron Pollard is the leading run-scorer in T20 cricket history.

Pollard needs 79 more runs to complete 15,000 T20 runs. 

Kieron Pollard

Pollard reclaims T20 world record for most runs, surpasses Buttler 26-ball 65

India tour of Sri Lanka 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi impressed in the Dulip Trophy by taking two quick wickets with his left arm orthodox spin. He also serves as vice captain for East Zone this season.

Weber Suvanji shows bowling strength in Tulip Trophy

Weber Suvanji shows bowling strength in Tulip Trop

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi turns heads with bowling wizardry in Duleep Trophy 2026

Yashasvi Jaiswal's fight with Asitha Fernando in Colombo Test led to fines from the ICC. Former players criticised these lenient penalties, warning they could encourage repeat aggressive behavior in cricket

yavi jaiswal fight with asita fernando in colombo test

yavi jaiswal fight with asita fernando in colombo 

Yashasvi Jaiswal's fight with Asitha Fernando in Colombo Test sparks ICC fines

India's quest for a final-day win in Colombo faces a setback as morning showers and predicted thunderstorms threaten play in the second Test

Inclement in weather disrupted the final session of the Day 4 of the 2nd Test between India and Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka were reeling at 229/6 by the close of Day 4

(L-R) India's Devdutt Padikkal, Saransh Jain and captain Shubman Gill in this frame. (Getty)

Will rain deny India a 2-0 series sweep in 2nd Test vs SL? Know Colombo's weathe

Ravindra Jadeja's no-ball issue has only grown over the years in the longest format. Jadeja's no-ball woes have only continued in the ongoing Test series against Sri Lanka

Ravindra Jadeja has bowled a total of 88 no-ball in Tests since 2021

The ongoing India vs Sri Lanka Test series saw Jadeja bowling 8 no-balls so far

India's veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja in this frame. (Getty)

Ravindra Jadeja's shocking no-ball crisis, 88 oversteps since 2021 and counting 

India's spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule finally addressed team's no-ball woes in Tests. While Ravindra Jadeja has registering 8, Saransh Jain has caused six no-ball so far in the ongoing Test series against Sri Lanka

Indian spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule reacted to team's no-ball concerns

While Ravindra Jadeja has bowled 8, Saransh Jain has caused six no-ball so far in the ongoing Test series against Sri Lanka

India's Ravindra Jadeja (L) of India reacts while Sri Lanka's Pasindu Sooriyabandara runs in this frame. (Getty)

Sairaj Bahutule reveals the root cause behind Indian spinners' no-ball epidemic

Sri Lanka crumbled under pressure and were left wobbling at 229/6 by the end of rain-hit Day 4 in the second Test against India in Colombo

Sri Lanka were positioned at a precarious 229/6 by the close of Day 4

India need just four wickets to sweep the two-match Test series 2-0

Sri Lanka's Niroshan Dickwella (front left) and Sonal Dinusha (front right) look on during second Test against India. (Getty)

IND vs SL: India sight series sweep as Sri Lanka left reeling at 229/6 after fol

Former South Africa captain Dean Elgar has announced his retirement from professional cricket, confirming that he will hang up his boots at the conclusion of the active county campaign

South African veteran batter Dean Elgar has called it quits to professional cricket

The ongoing County Championship season will be his last assignment

Former South Africa captain Dean Elgar in this frame. (Getty)

Former South Africa captain announces retirement from professional cricket

Mitchell Starc achieved his career-best ranking in the longest format as he displaced Jasprit Bumrah from the top to become world no.1 bowler in Tests

Mitchell Starc has become World no.1 bowler in Tests

Starc dethroned Jasprit Bumrah to achieve his career-best rankings in Tests

Australia's Mitchell Starc (L) and India's Jasprit Bumrah in frame. (Getty)

Mitchell Starc dethrones Jasprit Bumrah to become World no.1 Test bowler for the

ICC Test batter rankings: Yashasvi Jaiswal slipped out of top 10 whereas Rishabh Pant jumped six places to equal skipper Shubman Gill's rating points.

Pant and Gill are the 2 Indian batters in top 10 ICC batter rankings.

Yashasvi Jaiswal slipped out of top 10 after Galle Test. 

Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant

Pant storms into ICC top 10 rankings, level with Gill, Sonal jumps 49 places

Sanjay Manjrekar wants ICC and BCCI to not let Yashasvi Jaiswal off easy for physical altercation as he feels it is not good for the sport and the cricketer's future too.

Yashasvi Jaiswal faced a 25 per cent match fee fine and a demerit point for physical altercation.

Sanjay Manjrekar wants a strict punishment for Jaiswal. 

Sanjay Manjrekar, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Asitha Fernando

Manjrekar blasts ICC, BCCI for letting Jaiswal off with slap on the wrist

Arshdeep Singh has been told by the team management to perform in red-ball cricket whenever he gets a chance and wait for his time to get maiden Test cap.

Arshdeep Singh is yet to receive his maiden Test call-up.

Arshdeep has limited experience in first-class cricket. 

Arshdeep Singh

Test hopeful Arshdeep reveals Gambhir-led India team management's message

IND vs SL: The ICC has slapped Sri Lanka's Prabath Jayasuriya with a demerit point for hitting the boundary cushions after losing his wicket.

Prabath Jayasuriya has been handed one demerit point for his outburst.

Jayasuriya had been dismissed by Manav Suthar on last ball of Day 2. 

Manav Suthar, Prabath Jayasuriya

After Jaiswal-Fernando, this Sri Lanka player punished by ICC for 'abuse of...'

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Fans cannot stop talking about Australian star Cooper Connolly and Man City footballer Erling Haaland’s matching hair makeovers, which have sparked buzz online.  

Haaland, the Manchester City forward, surprised fans this weekend by cutting off his signature flowing locks in favour of a sharp military-style buzz cut

Connolly, the 22-year-old left-handed batting all-rounder who plays for Australia and Punjab Kings in the IPL, has long been recognised for his surfer-style blonde hair

Watch: Australian star Cooper Connolly and Man City's Erling Haaland’s matching hair makeovers spark cricket-football buzz

Erling Haaland and Cooper Connolly

Watch: Australian star Connolly and Man City's Haaland’s matching hair makeover

Brazil are considering Dhaka as a possible training base ahead of their October 3 friendly against India in Kolkata.


Brazil explore Dhaka training camp before India friendly.

Salt Lake Stadium pitch conditions raise concerns.

Vinicius Jr in this frame. (Getty)

India facilities a concern? Brazil plan Dhaka training before Kolkata friendly

Man City boss Enzo Maresca has called out managers who talk about other players amid Enzo Fernandez transfer speculations. 

The comments come as speculation continues over a potential move for the 25-year-old, whom Maresca coached during his time at Stamford Bridge

Maresca’s diplomatic stance echoes the respect he has previously shown for players contracted to other clubs

Man City boss Maresca calls out managers; shuts down Enzo Fernandez questions

Enzo Maresca and Enzo Fernandez

Jose Mourinho was asked if he would ever sign Lamine Yamal, and here is what the Real Madrid manager has replied. 

The Portuguese manager, who began his second spell in charge of the 15-time UEFA Champions League winners in the summer of 2026, went on to praise Yamal’s quality

Mourinho stressed that he would not make room for anyone in his current squad

Would Jose Mourinho sign Lamine Yamal? Real Madrid head coach's response leaves fans wondering

Lamine Yamal and Jose Mourinho, Real Madrid, FC Barcelona

Would Jose Mourinho sign Lamine Yamal? Real Madrid head coach responds

Karim Benzema has provided a huge update on his future in the Saudi Pro League. Will the former Real Madrid superstar stay with Al Hilal? Here is all you need to know. 

Benzema joined Al-Hilal earlier this year after leaving rivals Al-Ittihad amid contractual disagreements

Benzema’s statement appears to close the door on any immediate departure 

Karim Benzema, Al Hilal

Karim Benzema provides big update on his future in Saudi Pro League

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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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In the second Test at Mackay, Bangladesh werre bowled out for 64 runs, with Mitchell Starc taking six crucial wickets to dominate the match and secure Australia’s advantage

Australia versus Bangladesh test carnage at Mackay

Bangladesh bowled out for 64 as Mitchell Starc dominates at Mackay

Rahul Dravid believes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has the potential to become an excellent Test player but stresses the need for patience before rushing him into the longer format

Rahul Dravid on Suryavanshi's rise and test cricket future

Rahul Dravid on Suryavanshi's rise and test cricke

Dravid backs Sooryavanshi for Test cricket with a call for patience

AB de Villiers claims Virat Kohli is better than Sachin Tendulkar in Test matches, sparking debate about their records and impact in challenging conditions.

Virat Kohli is better than Sachin Tendulkar in test matches

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AB de Villiers claims Virat Kohli is better than Sachin Tendulkar

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Sairaj Bahutule reveals the root cause behind Indian spinners' no-ball epidemic

Sairaj Bahutule reveals the root cause behind Indian spinners' no-ball epidemic

Ravindra Jadeja's shocking no-ball crisis, 88 oversteps since 2021 and counting

IND vs SL: India sight series sweep as Sri Lanka left reeling at 229/6 after fol

Will rain deny India a 2-0 series sweep in 2nd Test vs SL? Know Colombo's weathe

Former South Africa captain announces retirement from professional cricket

Mitchell Starc dethrones Jasprit Bumrah to become World no.1 Test bowler for the

Pant storms into ICC top 10 rankings, level with Gill, Sonal jumps 49 places

Manjrekar blasts ICC, BCCI for letting Jaiswal off with slap on the wrist

Test hopeful Arshdeep reveals Gambhir-led India team management's message

Ravindra Jadeja's shocking no-ball crisis, 88 oversteps since 2021 and counting

IND vs SL: India sight series sweep as Sri Lanka left reeling at 229/6 after fol

Will rain deny India a 2-0 series sweep in 2nd Test vs SL? Know Colombo's weathe

Former South Africa captain announces retirement from professional cricket

Mitchell Starc dethrones Jasprit Bumrah to become World no.1 Test bowler for the

Pant storms into ICC top 10 rankings, level with Gill, Sonal jumps 49 places

Manjrekar blasts ICC, BCCI for letting Jaiswal off with slap on the wrist

Test hopeful Arshdeep reveals Gambhir-led India team management's message

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Yashasvi Jaiswal's fight with Asitha Fernando in Colombo Test sparks ICC fines

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi turns heads with bowling wizardry in Duleep Trophy 2026

Bangladesh bowled out for 64 as Mitchell Starc dominates at Mackay

Dravid backs Sooryavanshi for Test cricket with a call for patience

AB de Villiers claims Virat Kohli is better than Sachin Tendulkar