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BRA vs JAP FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Fierce clash awaits as both sides hope to book RO16 ticket | Football

Houston: The stage is set for one of the most exciting clashes in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. Five-time champions Brazil will be taking on Japan in a bid to reach the round of 16 of the tournament. It is worth noting that Brazil finished in first place in the standings with two wins and one draw in three matches. Despite some shaky performances, the side pulled through and would hope for more of the same as they take on Japan.  As for Japan, the side finished in second place in the standings. With the Netherlands and Sweden in…

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‘I feel incredibly lucky’: Ben Stokes opens up after playing the final international game of his career | Cricket

New Delhi: An era has come to an end for English cricket as veteran all-rounder Ben Stokes played the final international game of his career. It is worth noting that Stokes announced his retirement from international cricket mid-game, leaving the cricket fraternity shocked.  After missing out on the second Test of the series, Stokes made a return to the playing XI for the third Test and was unfortunately unable to help his side to a win. After the game, Stokes took centre stage and gave his take on his illustrious career.  “I feel lucky that I've seen what Joe Root's…

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WTC updated points table after New Zealand secure historic Test series victory against England | Cricket

Nottingham: New Zealand registered a historic win against England in the third and final Test of the series. After winning the second and third Test of the series, the Black Caps managed to make the best of their performance and dominated the hosts to win the third Test, clinching the series.  The clash began with New Zealand coming in to bat first, and thanks to a marvellous opening stand of Tom Latham and Devon Conway, who scored 151 and 157 runs, respectively, New Zealand managed to post a total of 438 runs in the first innings of the game.  England…

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5 Indian-born cricketers who have played in other countries feat. Jai Moondra and Saurabh Netravalkar | Cricket

New Delhi: As India lost the T20I series to Ireland in a major upset on Sunday, a name took over the headlines by storm: Jai Moondra, an Indian-origin left-arm fast-medium bowler. Moondra made his international debut for Ireland during the 1st T20I against India in Belfast, as the two teams began a new era in the format. The Men in Blue were clear favourites to win the series, as they had completely dominated the format in the past three years, including two T20 World Cup wins. Yet, the Irish pacer had different plans. On his debut in the 1st T20I,…

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Why did Ireland head coach Heinrich Malan step down from his role after stunning India 2-0 in T20Is? | Cricket

New Delhi: Ireland men's head coach Heinrich Malan has decided to step down from his role less than 24 hours after guiding the team to a historic 2-0 T20I sweep over India, Cricket Ireland confirmed on Monday. Malan was appointed as head coach in 2022 and saw several impressive moments for the team.  He helped the team qualify for three consecutive T20 World Cups, Ireland's first three-match Test series win and capped his tenure off with a historic 2-0 sweep of India. His contract extends to early 2027. However, Cricket Ireland stated that the 45-year-old feels "the timing is right…

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Why is two-time champion Carlos Alcaraz not playing in Wimbledon 2026? | Tennis

New Delhi: Spanish sensation Carlos Alcaraz will not be part of Wimbledon 2026 as he continues his recovery from a wrist injury. Alcaraz has been out of action since mid-April when he picked up a wrist issue during the first round at the Barcelona Open. This forced him to skip the Madrid Open, Rome Masters and then the French Open too. The Spaniard also pulled out from the entire grass-court season, as he is not part of the SW19 either. He might return to the court ahead of the US Open later this year.  Alcaraz opens up on his injury…

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Cricket’s qualification system for Los Angeles Olympics confirmed; check how teams will qualify for Games | Cricket

New Delhi: The International Cricket Council (ICC) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) have confirmed the qualification pathway for cricket's return to the Olympic Games 2028, as six teams from different continents will take part in the Men's and Women's competitions. The two bodies have also confirmed the introduction of the first-ever ICC Olympics Qualifier. Teams from Africa, Asia, Europe and Oceania are all guaranteed representation as cricket returns to the Games after 128 years. The ICC confirmed that the qualification for five places will be "decided through a combination of existing ICC events and ICC T20I rankings, according to…

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More history for Canada as Eustáquio’s stoppage time goal leads team to first-ever World Cup knockout win | Football

New Delhi: Canada created more history when they edged past South Africa in the first round of 32 clash in the World Cup 2026 after a late goal from Stephen Eustáquio. The clash at SoFi Stadium went into stoppage time as there seemed to be no end to the deadlock until Eustáquio volleyed one past Ronwen Williams into the bottom corner for a 1-0 win.  Both teams were making their maiden appearance in a World Cup knockout match after historic outings in the group stage, and the extra time loomed large with no separation between the two sides. The Les…

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Will Harmanpreet Kaur continue as India captain after group-stage exit in T20 World Cup 2026? Coach speaks up | Cricket

New Delhi: India head coach Amol Muzumdar put his weight behind captain Harmanpreet Kaur to continue in her role despite the second straight group stage exit in the Women's T20 World Cup 2026. India were knocked out from the global showpiece after suffering their second loss in Group A to Australia, which sent the Aussies and South Africa through to the semifinals.  India failed to defend a decent 170 at the iconic Lord's after Ellyse Perry and Ashleigh Gardner scripted a record Aussie win as their 100-run stand for the fourth wicket helped the six-time T20 champions register the biggest…

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Wimbledon 2026 live streaming details: When and where to watch SW19 on TV and online in India? | Tennis

New Delhi: Wimbledon 2026 is set to unfold as London gears up for the third Grand Slam of the year. World No.1 Jannik Sinner enters SW19 intending to defend the title that he won last year after beating fellow sensation Carlos Alcaraz in the final. Sinner is coming into the All England Club tournament after a shocking second-round exit in the French Open after failing to battle past scorching heat and Argentina's Juan Manuel Cerundolo. Meanwhile, the biggest highlight of the women's draw is the return of the legend Serena Williams. Williams is making a Grand Slam return for the…

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