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England defender ruled out of FIFA World Cup 2026, Thomas Tuchel calls Chelsea star as replacement | Football

New Delhi: England have been forced into a late defensive change ahead of their opening World Cup fixture after Tino Livramento was withdrawn from the squad because of a calf injury sustained in training. The setback occurred on Sunday, only days before England's tournament opener against Croatia on late Wednesday night.  Notably, the injury has ended Livramento's involvement in the competition before he could make an appearance, prompting the coaching staff to turn to Trevoh Chalobah as his replacement. The timing of the injury is particularly unfortunate for Livramento, whose availability had already been uncertain following a thigh problem that…

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Jun

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Gurnoor Brar credits Ashish Nehra, Shubman Gill after India debut, reveals ambition to play Test cricket | Cricket

New Delhi: Gurnoor Brar earned his first India call-up after a series of consistent performances in domestic cricket for Punjab. He made his debut in the first ODI vs Afghanistan in Dharamsala and immediately impressed, claiming three wickets for just 27 runs in his 4.5 overs, including a maiden wicket in his very first over.  With the likes of Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya not available, he shared the new-ball duties with Arshdeep Singh and managed to keep the visitors in check from the very start. In his final spell of the night, Brar claimed two wickets as Afghanistan were…

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ICC punishes Pakistan after loss to India at Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 | Cricket

New Delhi: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has fined Pakistan with five per cent of their match fees for a slow-over rate during their Women's T20 World Cup 2026 contest against India on Sunday, June 14. The Women in Green lost their tournament opener to the Women in Blue by a handsome margin of 64 runs at Edgbaston, Birmingham, after an underwhelming performance in both batting and bowling.  ICC match referee Trudy Anderson imposed the sanction as the Fatima Sana-led side was found one over short of the required rate time following the time allowances, which were taken into consideration. …

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Jun

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Wimbledon 2026 wild cards revealed as Serena Williams learns fate for Grand Slam comeback | Tennis

New Delhi: Serena Williams is set to make her Grand Slam comeback after almost four years, as she has been named among the wild cards for the upcoming Wimbledon 2026. The 44-year-old will be partnering with her elder sister, Venus Williams, in the ladies' doubles for the SW19 that kicks off on June 29.  The 23-time Grand Slam winner will be making her Major comeback after four years, when she last played at the US Open. Although she did not officially use the word "retirement" at that time, she said she was "evolving" away from tennis. Serena recently returned to…

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Jun

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Did Mexico legend Guillermo Ochoa confirm his professional retirement? Latest interview gives major hint | Football

New Delhi: Mexican icon Guillermo Ochoa seemingly confirmed that the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 will be his final professional tournament as he can't see his career beyond the national team. Ochoa had earlier suggested that he would hang up his gloves for the national side at the completion of the ongoing showpiece, but has now hinted at all forms of retirement.  The 40-year-old Ochoa is in his sixth FIFA World Cup, the most for any player alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, both of whom have also been named in the squads for Portugal and Argentina, respectively. He will…

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Jun

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Lionel Messi’s participation in FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Algeria revealed by coach Lionel Scaloni | Football

New Delhi: Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni stressed the need for 'calmness' as they open their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign against Algeria on June 17 (as per IST). The manager declared three of its crucial stars - Lionel Messi, Emiliano Martínez and Julián Álvarez - available to feature in the opener at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. Messi is all set to make his record sixth appearance at a FIFA World Cup, which will be the most by any player in the tournament's history. He is also sitting on 199 international caps for the La Albiceleste, and a milestone 200th…

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Jun

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Iran kick off FIFA World Cup campaign with New Zealand stalemate; check how AFC teams have performed | Football

New Delhi: Iran came from behind to avoid a loss against New Zealand, keeping them to a 2-2 stalemate in their FIFA World Cup 2026 on Tuesday, June 16 (as per IST). Team Melli were down a goal twice in their opener at the Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, before salvaging a draw with Ramim Rezaeian and Mohammad Mohebi striking for them to avoid a shocking loss. Iran's World Cup is a politically charged one, where they have to manage frequent travels to and fro Mexico and the USA due to their regime's recent tensions with the US. Ranked 23rd…

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Why was Iran’s football team asked to ‘leave US immediately’ after FIFA World Cup draw with New Zealand? | Football

New Delhi: Iran's FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign has been nothing short of a turmoil. The team was asked to leave the United States right after they played their World Cup opener against New Zealand, Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei confirmed after the 2-2 stalemate at the SoFi Stadium in Inglewood. The coach claimed that his team has been "the most repressed team in the whole World Cup," highlighting the effects of the war with the US and Israel, which began on February 28 earlier this year.  Iran coach sits down after 2-2 stalemate Iran managed to survive a scare from…

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Jun

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Struggling India A make forced change to squad for Tri-Nation Series, tearaway IPL pacer added to team | Cricket

New Delhi: India A have been forced to make a late change to their squad for the ongoing Tri-Nation Series featuring Sri Lanka A and Afghanistan A, as fast bowler Yudhvir Singh Charak has been ruled out for the remainder of the assignment due to a right rotator cuff injury.  "Yudhvir reported discomfort in his right shoulder while bowling on 13th June and also experienced similar pain earlier during a fielding session on 11th June," BCCI wrote in a statement. "The BCCI Medical Team, after consultation with a specialist, recommended that Yudhvir undergo a graduated rehabilitation programme under the supervision…

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Who is Cabo Verde’s goalkeeper Vozinha, the man who stopped Spain in FIFA World Cup 2026? | Football

New Delhi: Cabo Verde put up a performance for the ages to deny powerhouses Spain in their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener with goalkeeper Vozinha hogging the limelight for the sensational saves he made during the 0-0 stalemate. Cabo Verde, known as Cape Verde in English translation, is the smallest country by land area to ever qualify for the FIFA World Cup. It is the second-smallest by population to feature in the global showpiece, with just 500,000 residents. They held the mighty Spanish team, considered to be a strong contender for the World Cup, to a 0-0 stalemate. And at…

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