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What is the story behind Lamine Yamal’s viral childhood picture with Lionel Messi? Check details | Football

EAST RUTHERFORD: The FIFA World Cup 2026 final is right around the corner. Spain is slated to take on defending champions Argentina in the summit clash of the tournament at the New York New Jersey Stadium on July 20th, and both sides will look to put in their best performance in hopes of getting their hands on the marquee title.  More so than the title, there have been several stories surrounding the World Cup this time around. One of the biggest stories has been the battle between Spain’s Lamine Yamal and Argentina’s Lionel Messi.  Messi, who was the star man…

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‘Just get it done’: Joe Root reveals conversation with Gus Atkinson after missing out on well deserved ton | Cricket

Cardiff: Joe Root was the star of the show for England as the side defeated India in the second ODI of the ongoing three-game series. Letting India bat first, England conceded a total of 233 runs in the first innings, and it was Root’s 99*-run knock that helped the hosts win the game.  The target for England was set at 234 runs, and Root joined the ground in the first over, following Ben Duckett’s dismissal by Jasprit Bumrah on the first ball. The batter then continued to play until the last over and ended the game with an unbeaten knock…

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Mohammad Nawaz sanctioned by the ICC, found in breach of anti-doping code | Cricket

New Delhi: In a major development, Pakistan’s spinner Mohammad Nawaz has been heavily sanctioned by the ICC (International Cricket Council) as he was found in breach of the ICC’s anti-doping code. As a result, he has accepted three months of ineligibility (which will be reduced to one month on completion of a substance abuse treatment programme) for breaching the code.  The 32-year-old tested positive for substance abuse (carboxy-THC) after a doping test was carried out by the ICC after the T20 World Cup 2026 game between Pakistan and the Netherlands on February 7, 2026. It is worth noting that Nawaz…

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Jul

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All you need to know about Argentina vs Spain FIFA World Cup final 2026 – check schedule, match-ups, records | Football

EAST RUTHERFORD: The stage is set for the summit clash of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026; 2010 champions Spain will be taking on three-time champions Argentina. The two sides will meet at the New York New Jersey Stadium on July 20 and will look to put in their best performance in hopes of getting their hands on the marquee title.  It is worth noting that Argentina has been in sublime form in the tournament, with veteran forward Lionel Messi sitting at the forefront of it all. As the tournament’s top goalscorer, Messi has been in impeccable form and is…

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Jul

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India’s batting coach throws weight behind Rohit Sharma amid struggles with the bat | Cricket

New Delhi: The Indian team succumbed to a hefty loss against England in the second ODI of the ongoing three-game series. After winning the first game, the Men in Blue failed to get the job done in the second ODI that was held at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff on July 16th.  There were several talking points from the game, with the biggest one being the performance of Rohit Sharma. The veteran batter played a total of 47 deliveries in his innings and scored 26 runs to his name as well. After the game, reports also emerged that the upcoming third…

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Jul

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FIFA confirms match officials for upcoming World Cup 2026 final; Check details | Football

New Delhi: The stage is set for the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. 2010 champions Spain will be taking on three-time winners Argentina in the summit clash of the tournament at the New York New Jersey Stadium on July 20th, and both sides will look to put in their best performance in hopes of getting their hands on the marquee title. It is worth noting that ahead of the game, FIFA came forward and revealed the officials for the game. Notably, Slovenian official Slavko Vincic will be the man in the middle for the World Cup final. He has already…

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Luke Ronchi set to step down as New Zealand’s batting coach after India series, slated for huge BBL move | Cricket

New Delhi: In a major development, New Zealand’s batting coach Luke Ronchi is all set to step down from his role in the national team after the end of the side’s home series against the Indian team. It is worth noting that India and New Zealand will take on each other in a multi-format series towards the end of the year.  Ronchi will be departing from his role as New Zealand’s batting coach after the Indian series, as he has accepted a position as the head coach of BBL (Big Bash League) franchise Melbourne Renegades. Notably, Ronchi has served as…

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Jul

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‘Quite disappointing’: Shubman Gill opens up after England level ODI series with stellar victory in Cardiff | Cricket

Cardiff: The Indian team succumbed to a hefty loss in the second ODI of the ongoing three-game series. The two sides met at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff on July 16th, and after a win in the first ODI of the series, the Men in Blue had hoped for another good showing. However, England came prepared.  Letting India bat first by winning the toss, England put in an exceptional showing with the ball. Limiting the visitors to a meagre total of 233 runs in the first innings of the game, Shreyas Iyer and Virat Kohli were the highest run-getters, scoring 66…

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Jul

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Virat Kohli breaks Sachin Tendulkar’s legendary record with half-century against England in Cardiff | Cricket

Cardiff: Star India batter Virat Kohli once again produced a dominant show with the bat in the second ODI against England at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff. Despite losing Rohit Sharma and Ishan Kishan in quick succession, the former India captain managed to keep the scoreboard ticking, hitting his 78th half-century in the process. The veteran departed scoring 65 runs off 66 balls as he set the tone for the middle order batters to take over. Now, courtesy of his half-century, Kohli broke Sachin Tendulkar’s record for most 50+ scores by an Indian cricketer against England. He now tops the list…

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Lamine Yamal injured? Pedro Porro unfit? Spanish players train separately ahead of FIFA World Cup final | Football

New York: Spain have dismissed concerns over Lamine Yamal's fitness ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Argentina. The Spanish Football Federation has confirmed the teenage forward is expected to be available despite training separately from the main squad during Thursday's session in New Jersey. Defender Pedro Porro also followed an individual programme as Spain resumed training after their 2-0 semi-final victory over France. The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) described the decision as part of a planned workload management strategy and maintained that neither player's availability for Sunday's final is in doubt. Why did Lamine Yamal train…

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