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Jul

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Former India cricketer weighs in on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s delayed debut ahead of second England T20I | Cricket

New Delhi: India is in the middle of their ongoing series against England. After losing their last two games against Ireland and missing out on the series, the Men in Blue’s first match against England was cut short due to rain. The clash saw the likes of Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson opening the innings, with no signs of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the playing XI.  The incomplete game displayed a weak start; the powerplay witnessed opener Sanju Samson being caught out before the second over ended with just 1 run off his bat. While Ishan Kishan was run out for…

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03

Jul

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‘Dhoni sir is very similar’: Deepti Sharma draws comparison between Novak Djokovic and former India skipper | Cricket

New Delhi: Wimbledon 2026 is in full swing, and some of the best tennis players in the world are taking on each other in the hope of getting their hands on the marquee title. Star India women’s all-rounder Deepti Sharma was present on the sidelines of the showpiece event. She revealed that her favourite player to watch is the legendary Novak Djokovic. With 24 Grand Slam titles to his name, Djokovic has established himself as the greatest player of all time, surpassing both Nadal and Federer in Grand Slam titles, and at 39 years old, he continues to enhance his…

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03

Jul

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What did Cristiano Ronaldo say to Luka Modric after Portugal’s thrilling win over Croatia? Skipper reveals | Football

Toronto: Croatia crashed out of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 after a thrilling clash against Portugal. The two sides met in the round of 32 of the competition at the Toronto Stadium on July 3rd, and Portugal registered a thrilling 2-1 victory in a game marked by drama.  After holding the clash at 1-1, Portugal took the lead in the 94th minute with a brilliant Goncalo Ramos header. However, Croatia equalised once more in the dying stages of the game, but it was ruled offside as Portugal won the game and progressed through to the round of 16.  The…

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03

Jul

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Julian Nagelsmann set to step down as Germany’s head coach, replacement lined up after horrid WC | Football

New Delhi: In a major development, after a horrid campaign in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, Germany is looking for a major overhaul. One of the biggest changes after the side’s elimination comes as head coach Julian Nagelsmann has resigned from his position as Germany’s head coach.  It is worth noting that Nagelsmann has been under severe scrutiny as Germany crashed out of the World Cup after losing to Paraguay on penalties in the round of 32 stage of the tournament. The four-time champions qualified for the knockout stages after winning two and losing one across three games.  However,…

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03

Jul

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Cristiano Ronaldo in tears as Portugal pays tribute to Diogo Jota after Croatia clash | Watch | Football

Toronto: Portugal put forth a good showing in the round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup 2026! The side took on Croatia in the crucial clash at the Toronto Stadium on July 3rd, and after 90 minutes of thrilling play, Portugal came out on top with a 2-1 victory as they secured their place in the round of 16 stage of the tournament.  The clash saw Croatia take the lead first in the game as Ivan Perisic scored a brilliant goal. However, the side then gave away a penalty that was converted by Cristiano Ronaldo. Furthermore, Portugal doubled the…

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03

Jul

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Gonzalo Ramos scores in injury time as Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 after dramatic final minutes | Football

Toronto: Portugal advanced to the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after a dramatic 2–1 victory over Croatia in their Round of 32 clash at Toronto Stadium. They were trailing in the match and eventually completed a phenomenal comeback with a stoppage-time winner from Gonzalo Ramos following a tense and chaotic finish. Notably, the high-voltage match remained goalless in the first half as both sides struggled to find rhythm in a tightly contested midfield battle. Portugal enjoyed more possession, but Croatia stayed compact defensively and limited clear chances before the break. The first goal arrived in the second…

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03

Jul

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Mikel Oyarzabal scores brace as Spain hammer Austria to qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 | Football

Los Angeles: Spain hammered Austria 3-0 in Los Angeles to secure a place in the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Real Sociedad forward Mikel Oyarzabal scored a brace, while Pedro Porro added another as Spain controlled the match from start to finish. The La Rojas dominated possession and created plenty of chances across the halves against a disciplined but ultimately outclassed Austrian side. Notably, Spain took charge early, dictating tempo through sustained midfield control and quick passing rotations. Austria defended in a compact shape and looked to counterattack when possible, but struggled to create meaningful opportunities…

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03

Jul

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Sciver-Brunt, Heather Knight script England’s comeback to beat South Africa, book place in T20 World Cup final | Cricket

London: England defeated South Africa by 40 runs in the second semi-final at the Kennington Oval to cement their spot in the T20 World Cup 2026 final, where they will face arch-rivals Australia.  Notably, the hosts had a rough start to the match, reduced to 23/3 at one stage. South Africa pacers were dominating the proceedings as England needed a strong foundation. That’s exactly what Nat Sciver-Brunt and Heather Knight produced. They stitched a match-defining 133-run partnership for the fourth wicket as England finished on 169 for 5 before restricting South Africa to 129 for 8 in reply. Shabnim Ismail…

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02

Jul

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POR vs CRO FIFA World Cup LIVE: Portugal vs Croatia Score, Tactical analysis, minute by minute commentary, Highlights | Football

Toronto: Portugal face Croatia in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 on Friday morning, with a place in the last 16 against Spain at stake after Luis de la Fuente's side eliminated Austria earlier in the day. Two of Europe's most experienced international teams meet in Toronto, with Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric leading their nations, with the hope of extending their World Cup campaigns. Portugal head coach Roberto Martínez has backed an attack-minded lineup by restoring Rafael Leao to the left flank, giving Cristiano Ronaldo greater support alongside Pedro Neto. The selection also keeps faith with the…

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02

Jul

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Why England are changing their preparations before FIFA World Cup clash against Mexico? | Football

Mexico City: England have altered their preparations ahead of Sunday's FIFA World Cup Round of 16 meeting with Mexico. The Thomas Tuchel side introduced additional measures to protect player recovery before arriving in Mexico City for the knockout fixture. Notably, England are scheduled to reach the Mexican capital on Friday, two nights before facing the hosts. As things stand, the revised itinerary differs from England's earlier tournament routine, with the team previously staying at their Kansas base until the eve of matches before travelling to the host city. The decision comes amid concerns that supporters could attempt to disturb the…

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