Sports

29

Aug

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

National Sports Day: 10 unique and lesser-known facts about Hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand

India celebrated its 14th National Sports Day in honour of the hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand after being announced for the first time in 2012. Here are some little-known facts about someone who has the highest Indian sporting honour in his name- New Delhi: India woke up to celebrate the 14th National Sports Day on Friday, August 29, in honour of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. A soldier in the British Indian Army, Dhyan Chand, played a crucial role in the early years for India to be recognised as a sporting nation on the global map, having been part of…

Read More

29

Aug

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

Lionel Messi to retire after FIFA World Cup 2026? Argentina legend drops massive hint

Lionel Messi hinted that Argentina’s September 4 World Cup qualifier against Venezuela in Buenos Aires could be his last game at home. With Argentina already qualified, the match holds deep personal significance but no official retirement has been announced. Florida: Lionel Messi has dropped a significant hint that the upcoming World Cup qualifier against Venezuela on September 4 in Buenos Aires could be his last appearance on home soil for Argentina. Speaking to Apple TV following Inter Miami’s recent victory in the Leagues Cup semifinals, the 38-year-old superstar described the match at the Estadio Monumental as a very special occasion,…

Read More

29

Aug

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

‘Didn’t have bandwidth to play’: R Ashwin reveals key reason behind IPL retirement

Former India off-spinner R Ashwin opened up on his decision to retire from the IPL, while looking at opportunities elsewhere, as he brought his illustrious cricket career in India to an end. Ashwin retired from IPL as the fifth-highest wicket-taker in the competition. Chennai: Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin broke his silence on his IPL retirement, an announcement which came out of nowhere, but the 38-year-old said that it was a decision taken after considering all the factors. Ashwin mentioned that he was in two minds whether to play the IPL next year as well, but couldn't get his mind…

Read More

29

Aug

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

Mandeep Singh leaves Tripura after just one season, captained in all formats in 2024-25

Mandeep Singh has announced his decision to leave Tripura after spending just one year. He joined the team to earn more opportunities in all three formats. Notably, he captained in the domestic season. However, ahead of the next season, he announced the decision to leave. New Delhi: Veteran domestic cricketer Mandeep Singh has parted ways with the Tripura cricket team after just a single season. He leaves the team ahead of the 2025–26 Indian domestic season. The 33-year-old batter, who took on the role of captain across all formats during his stint, confirmed his departure via an Instagram post. "Thank…

Read More

29

Aug

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

Alejandro Garnacho set to join Chelsea after fallout with Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim

Alejandro Garnacho will part ways with Manchester United in the upcoming days as his transfer to Chelsea is almost imminent. The London club will release Christopher Nkunku, who is set to join AC Milan. The move will alow Chelsea to complete Garnacho signing. London: Chelsea are set to complete the high-profile signing of Alejandro Garnacho from Manchester United in a deal that marks a significant moment in both clubs' transfer windows. The 21-year-old Argentine international had been told by United head coach Ruben Amorim to find a new club at the end of last season, and he now makes the…

Read More

29

Aug

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

India celebrates National Sports Day on August 29: What’s its significance, theme and history?

India celebrates its National Sports Day on August 29, after the birth anniversary of legendary Hockey player Major Dhyan Chand. Several athletes and public representatives will encourage the citizens will promote the theme throughout the day. New Delhi: India observes National Sports Day on August 29, commemorating the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. He is widely hailed as one of the greatest field hockey players in history. Born in 1905, Dhyan Chand's unmatched skills on the field brought India immense pride, especially during its golden era of Olympic dominance from 1928 to 1936. His influence extended far…

Read More

28

Aug

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

Josh Hazlewood targets Sheffield Shield return before facing ‘strongest England team’ in Ashes

Josh Hazlewood plans to play a Sheffield Shield match before the Ashes to maintain red-ball intensity. He believes England's current batting line-up, led by Joe Root and Harry Brook, is the strongest they've brought to Australia during his career. Sydney: Josh Hazlewood is eyeing a Sheffield Shield appearance in the lead-up to the Ashes as he gears up to take on what he describes as the strongest England batting line-up he’s faced in Australia. The veteran fast bowler, who played four Tests during the 2023 Ashes, wants to build red-ball momentum ahead of the first Test in Perth this November,…

Read More

28

Aug

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

Tamil Nadu veteran ends 13-year-old association, leaves ahead of 2025-26 domestic season

Vijay Shankar has left Tamil Nadu after 13 years, seeking more opportunities in the 2025–26 domestic season. Granted an NOC, he follows B Aparajith’s exit. TN replaces him with U-19 allrounder RS Ambrish amid injury setbacks and coaching changes. Chennai: Allrounder Vijay Shankar parted ways with Tamil Nadu ahead of the 2025-26 domestic cricket season, marking the end of a 13-year association with his home state. The 34-year-old has received a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA), paving the way for him to represent a new team in the upcoming season. The move comes after Shankar…

Read More

28

Aug

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

Real Madrid to host Manchester City, play Liverpool at Anfield as UEFA Champions League draw reveals

On Thursday, August 28, the UEFA Champions League draw took place in Monaco. The 15-time winners, Real Madrid, were put in a tough group as they will host play Manchester City, Liverpool and Juventus among other tough opponents. Monaco (France): Real Madrid is set for a challenging campaign in the 2025–26 UEFA Champions League after being drawn into a star-studded league stage group featuring English giants Manchester City and Liverpool. The 14-time European champions will also go head-to-head with Juventus, Benfica, Marseille, Olympiakos, Monaco, and Kairat Almaty in the newly formatted stage of Europe’s elite club competition. Returning to the…

Read More

28

Aug

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

Kevin de Bruyne set for Etihad reunion as Manchester City’s 2025-26 opponents revealed

Manchester City face a tough 2025–26 Champions League league phase, drawing Real Madrid, Napoli, Dortmund, and more. Key storyline includes a De Bruyne reunion. Meanwhile, they had a poor start to the Premier League campaign. Monaco (France): The much-anticipated UEFA Champions League 2025-26 draw took place on Thursday, August 28, in Monaco. Several marquee games are lined up in the opening round of the tournament, including Manchester City’s blockbuster clash against Real Madrid. Their rivalry has ignited the European competition multiple times in the recent past and the fans will enjoy it once again as the match is set to…

Read More