Sports

07

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s long-awaited India recall sparks joyful reaction from former India cricketer

A former India wicketkeeper-batter has welcomed Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return to the Indian T20I setup, describing the veteran pacer as a deserving selection after years of consistent performances. Former Indian cricketer and current RCB batting coach and mentor Dinesh Karthik conveyed his optimism after Bhuveshwar Kumar was called up to India's T20 international side for the upcoming New Zealand series.The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming away T20 international series against New Zealand. Bhuvi, who last featured for India in 2022, will make a long-awaited comeback.The decision has sparked joy among fans…

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07

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Ronaldo details fallout with Portugal, exiting the national camp and what comes next

Cristiano Ronaldo has broken his silence over his controversial departure from Portugal's UEFA Nations League camp, accusing coach Jorge Jesus of failing to honour key promises regarding his playing time and management. Cristiano Ronaldo has finally opened up about his sudden departure from the Portuguese national football camp during the UEFA Nations League, stirring a major controversy worldwide. On social media, he posted a detailed account of his sudden departure from the training camp and the fallout with the coach.The 41-year-old left Portugal's national camp ahead of last week's UEFA Nations League clash against Denmark after a breakdown in communication…

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07

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Lionel Messi closes his Argentina chapter in final international appearance

Lionel Messi, the country's greatest modern sporting icon, bid farewell to international football after an extraordinary 21-year journey that reshaped the nation's footballing history. Argentina is confronting a once-unimaginable reality: a national team without soccer great Lionel Messi.On Tuesday, 39-year-old Messi bid farewell to international soccer after 21 years, 126 goals, two Copa América titles and a World Cup championship, scoring a penalty and setting up Argentina’s other two goals for a 3-0 victory over Benin. What was otherwise an unremarkable friendly against the West African nation became a moment that this soccer-crazed country had long dreaded.“It feels like an…

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06

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Bhuvneshwar Kumar recalled to India T20 squad after four-year hiatus for New Zealand series

Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has earned a long-awaited return to India's T20I setup nearly four years after his last international appearance, following his impressive performances in the IPL. Veteran India seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar on Tuesday returned to the national side nearly four years since his last appearance, for the upcoming five-match T20I series to be played in New Zealand later this month.The 36-year-old Meerut-born Bhuvneshwar, who has played a stellar role in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's back-to-back IPL titles with 17 wickets in the last season, tormented the best in the business with swing and seam movement in powerplay overs.However, Bhuvneshwar's…

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06

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Mandhana named captain as India announce women’s squads for Zimbabwe series; Shafali & Deepti vice-captains

India women's cricket team will begin a new era under full-time captain Smriti Mandhana, with Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma appointed as vice-captains for the upcoming T20I and ODI series against Zimbabwe respectively. Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma were on Tuesday named vice-captains for India's T20I and ODI squads respectively, with both set to serve as deputies to newly-appointed captain Smriti Mandhana for the home series against Zimbabwe.The changes in India's leadership group followed Harmanpreet Kaur's decision to step down as captain across formats. While announcing her decision on social media, Harmanpreet vowed to continue as a player and was…

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06

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

IOC confirms India’s 2036 Olympic bid; six other countries also in race for hosting rights

India's ambition of hosting the Olympic Games has taken another significant step forward after the IOC confirmed the country among seven interested bidders for the 2036 Olympics. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) revealed on Tuesday that India is among seven countries that are interested in hosting the 2036 Olympics, with all prospective bidders invited to present their proposals to the IOC's Future Host Commission next month.India has been consistently echoing their intention to host the 2036 Olympics, strengthening its position as a major sporting country. After Indian athletes made huge strides at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, the nation…

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06

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Why was Suryakumar Yadav left out of Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy squad? Reports identify prime reason

Suryakumar Yadav's hopes of forcing his way back into Mumbai's red-ball setup have suffered a setback after the T20 World Cup-winning India captain was omitted from the state's Ranji Trophy squad. India's T20 World Cup-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav has fallen out of favour after being left out of Mumbai's Ranji Trophy squad on Tuesday. It was perhaps his only chance for SKY to seek redemption and make a statement with his performance.Suryakumar last played for India in the T20 World Cup final, where he led them towards a historic victory at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. But his performance…

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06

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Sourav Ganguly takes charge of Delhi Capitals once again as franchise head coach

Delhi Capitals have handed former India captain Sourav Ganguly a new challenge, appointing him as the franchise's head coach ahead of the upcoming IPL season. The Delhi Capitals today announced the appointment of former India captain Sourav Ganguly as head coach of the franchise for the Indian Premier League (IPL).Ganguly's association with Delhi Capitals began in 2019 when he joined the franchise as an Advisor. Over the years, he has held multiple leadership positions across the Capitals ecosystem, including Director of Cricket for both the men's and women's teams, according to a press release.Speaking on his appointment, Sourav Ganguly said…

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06

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Medvedev loses $219,925 & key points after accidental ball strike hits spectator at China Open; issues apology

Daniil Medvedev's China Open campaign ended in dramatic fashion after the Russian was defaulted for accidentally striking a spectator in the eye with a ball during his semifinal against Novak Djokovic. Daniil Medvedev issued an apology after he inadvertently hit a spectator in the eye with a ball during his China Open semifinal against Novak Djokovic on Monday, expressing deep regret.Frustration boiled over for Medvedev as he trailed 7-5, 5-3. After a forehand volley from Djokovic ricocheted off the advertising boards towards Medvedev, the Russian swatted the ball away in frustration, accidentally sending it into the first row and hitting…

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06

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

India vs Uruguay live streaming: When and where to watch the IND vs URU friendly match live in India?

India will conclude its September-October FIFA international window with a blockbuster friendly against Uruguay at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium. India will complete its FIFA international window for September-October 2026 with a high-profile international friendly fixture against Uruguay. The iconic Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata will host the encounter, and the Blue Tigers will look to wrap up their international friendlies window with a loud bang.The Indian football team will enter the match after pulling off a spirited 1-1 draw against Paraguay in Bengaluru. Despite Brazil defeating them 4-0 on Saturday, the Blue Tigers' spirited performance earned praise worldwide.The match against…

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