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Liverpool: Liverpool’s Premier League struggles deepened on Saturday as they suffered a 2-1 defeat against Brighton, marking the first time in a decade that the club has lost 10 league games in a season. The defending champions are now on a three-match winless run and face mounting pressure in the race for Champions League qualification. Danny Welbeck, former Manchester United striker, struck twice for Brighton at the Amex Stadium to win it. His first goal came in the 14th minute, rising above Ibrahima Konate to head in the opener. Liverpool briefly restored parity in the 30th minute when Milos Kerkez…

WIMBLEDON, England: Wimbledon will introduce video review technology from the 2026 edition, signalling a notable change in how matches are officiated at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. The decision allows players to challenge selected calls made during matches, bringing the tournament in line with other Grand Slams that have already adopted similar systems. The rollout will cover six courts, including Centre Court and No. 1 Court, along with four additional show courts. The system is expected to play a role in high-profile encounters, reflecting a wider push for improved consistency in decision-making. In an official statement, the…

New Delhi: Brendon McCullum is set to continue as England’s head coach, with the England and Wales Cricket Board expected to confirm his position following its ongoing assessment of the recent Ashes tour. The review was initiated after England’s heavy defeat in Australia, where the series ended 4-1. The result, combined with reports of incidents away from the field, had placed the coaching setup under increased attention. Despite that, the board appears ready to back McCullum to remain in charge. In the meantime, the former New Zealand captain has already indicated his desire to stay involved with the team and…

New Delhi: Anaya Bangar, daughter of former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar, has shared that she has undergone gender-affirming surgery in Thailand. She posted an update on social media, reflecting on the emotional journey and the support from her family. “This journey wasn’t easy not just for me, but for my family too. Understanding, accepting, and standing by me took time. It wasn’t instant. There were moments of confusion, questions, and growth for all of us. But today, standing here, I’m filled with nothing but gratitude,” Anaya wrote in the caption, highlighting the shared struggles and gradual acceptance her family experienced.…

Sydney: Japan defeated Australia in a tightly contested final to lift the Women’s Asian Cup. In the summit clash in Sydney, Maika Hamano’s early strike proved decisive for the visitors, who scored a stunning goal in the 17th minute of the match. She was stationed outside the penalty area and struck from distance and found the top bin.  Notably, Australia began with intent and control, pushing Japan to their limit in the first few minutes. Their best opening arrived when a precise pass from Mary Fowler released Caitlin Foord inside the box, but the forward was unable to convert, directing…