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India’s Hockey World Cup Dream Isn’t Over Yet — Here’s What Needs to Happen for a Semi-Final Spot
India remain mathematically alive in the race for the semi-finals of the 2026 FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup, but the route is extremely narrow. Harmanpreet Singh’s side must produce a big victory against Argentina and then depend on the Netherlands beating England by the required margin.
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India’s Hockey World Cup Semifinal Hopes Take Major Hit After 3-1 Defeat to Netherlands
India’s hopes of reaching the semifinals of the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026 suffered a major setback after a 3-1 defeat against the Netherlands in their Pool E encounter. India kept the Dutch attack under control during the first half, but goals from Duco Telgenkamp, Tjep Hoedemakers and Thijs van Dam after the break shifted the contest decisively in the Netherlands’ favour. Captain Harmanpreet Singh scored India’s only goal.
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Yashasvi Jaiswal–Asitha Fernando Heated Clash Goes Viral During India vs Sri Lanka Test
A heated on-field exchange between Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sri Lankan fast bowler Asitha Fernando became one of the major talking points of the India vs Sri Lanka Test. The two players exchanged words during an intense battle between bat and ball, with clips of the confrontation quickly gaining attention on social media. The episode has also renewed discussion around aggression, psychological pressure and sportsmanship in Test cricket.
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Treesa Jolly–Gayatri Gopichand Secure BWF World Championships Medal for India, Mark Major Women’s Doubles Milestone
Indian women’s doubles pair Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand have assured India of a medal at the BWF World Championships after an impressive run in the tournament. Their achievement represents an important moment for Indian women’s doubles and underlines the country’s growing depth on badminton’s biggest international stages.
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Mitchell Starc Breaks James Anderson Record as Australia–Bangladesh Test Turns Wild
Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc added another major milestone to his career during the Australia–Bangladesh Test, surpassing a record associated with England great James Anderson. Starc’s achievement came amid a dramatic contest in which wickets and rapidly changing match situations kept the Test alive. The milestone further underlines Starc’s longevity and importance to Australia’s fast-bowling attack.
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Cristiano Ronaldo Makes a Scoring Start to 25th Professional Season, Reaches 977 Career Goals
Football icon Cristiano Ronaldo has started his 25th professional season by adding another goal to his extraordinary career tally, taking the total to 977. The milestone highlights his remarkable longevity and sustained goalscoring ability, while also moving him closer to the much-discussed landmark of 1,000 career goals.
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Satwik–Chirag Battle Past Malaysian Pair to Reach BWF World Championships 2026 Quarterfinals
India’s leading men’s doubles combination, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, advanced to the quarterfinals of the BWF World Championships 2026 in New Delhi after surviving a demanding three-game contest against Malaysia’s Arif Junaidi and Yap Roy King. The Indian pair recovered after dropping a tight opening game to win 21-23, 21-19, 21-17, keeping their World Championships medal campaign alive.
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PV Sindhu Knocked Out After Dramatic 88-Minute Battle at BWF World Championships 2026
Indian badminton star PV Sindhu’s BWF World Championships 2026 campaign ended in the Round of 16 after a gripping three-game contest against China’s Wang Zhi Yi in New Delhi. Sindhu recovered strongly after losing the opening game, but Wang held her nerve in a tense decider to complete an 11-21, 21-15, 17-21 victory from Sindhu’s perspective after 88 minutes. The defeat ended Sindhu’s attempt to add a sixth World Championships medal to her career collection.
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Bangladesh Premier League Suspended as Financial Losses and Integrity Concerns Force Major Reset
The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) will not be staged in the 2026–27 season after the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) decided to pause its flagship franchise T20 competition. The decision follows mounting financial losses, franchise instability and integrity concerns, with the board now aiming to restructure the tournament before bringing it back under a more sustainable model.
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Ayush Shetty’s Dream Run Ends After Stunning World No. 1 Upset at BWF World Championships 2026
Indian badminton prospect Ayush Shetty’s memorable campaign at the BWF World Championships 2026 came to an end in the pre-quarterfinals, days after he produced one of the tournament’s biggest shocks by defeating World No. 1 and defending champion Shi Yu Qi. Shetty was beaten by Indonesia’s Alwi Farhan 19-21, 11-21 in the Round of 16 in New Delhi.
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Treesa Jolly–Gayatri Gopichand Storm Into BWF World Championships Quarterfinals After Stunning Japanese Seeds
Indian women’s doubles pair Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand delivered an impressive performance at the BWF World Championships 2026, defeating Japan’s seventh-seeded Rin Iwanaga and Kie Nakanishi 21-16, 21-12 to reach the quarterfinals in New Delhi. The result leaves the Indian duo just one victory away from securing a World Championships medal.
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India Crush Sri Lanka by 165 Runs as Manav Suthar’s 10-Wicket Haul Seals Galle Test
India registered a commanding 165-run victory over Sri Lanka in the first Test at Galle, powered by a breakthrough performance from young left-arm spinner Manav Suthar, who claimed 10 wickets in the match. The result handed India a 1-0 lead in the two-match Test series and made the occasion even more significant as it came in India's 600th Test match.
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Jadeja hails Suthar’s ‘dream ball’ as India’s spinners dominate Galle Test
Indian all‑rounder Ravindra Jadeja praised Manav Suthar’s first delivery as a left‑arm spinner’s dream ball, helping India secure a 178‑run lead over Sri Lanka in the Galle Test.
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Cricket Australia Seeks Progress in September
Cricket Australia is negotiating a pay deal and discussing privatisation
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Ponting's Advice Helps Wadhera
Punjab Kings batter Nehal Wadhera credits head coach Ricky Ponting for creating a positive environment
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Purani Dilli 6 clinches dramatic four‑wicket win in DPL after last‑over chase of 187
Purani Dilli 6 recovered from 53/4 to chase down 187, sealing a four‑wicket victory over North Delhi Strikers in the Delhi Premier League with a six‑hit finish in the final over.
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Denish Das' 52 secures Barpeta Braves' four-wicket win over Guwahati Royals in APL
Captain Denish Das hit a swift half-century to guide Barpeta Braves past Guwahati Royals by four wickets, moving the side to third place in the Assam Premier League standings.
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Major Twist in Rohit Sharma’s ODI Journey as Retirement Speculation Takes New Turn
Rohit Sharma’s ODI future has taken another significant turn amid continuing retirement speculation. The veteran India opener is reportedly available for selection for the upcoming bilateral ODI series against the West Indies, indicating that his 50-over international career remains active for now. The development comes weeks after retirement rumours intensified during India’s ODI series in England, where Rohit responded with a commanding century at Lord’s.
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IND vs SL: Pujara, Aakash Chopra Question KL Rahul’s Role in Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Bizarre Run-Out
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s unusual run-out on the opening day of the first Test between India and Sri Lanka in Galle became one of the biggest talking points of the match. Former India batters Cheteshwar Pujara and Aakash Chopra questioned KL Rahul’s decision-making during the mix-up, arguing that he was in a better position to prevent Jaiswal from losing his wicket.
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Amy Satterthwaite to Coach Canterbury Women
Former New Zealand captain Amy Satterthwaite takes over as head coach of Canterbury Women
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Fans respond to Steve Smith's Test play halt over sight screen issue
Cricket fans express frustration and amusement as Australian batter Steve Smith stops play due to a minor technical issue. The incident occurred on the first day of a Test match.
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Ravichandran Ashwin predicts Eoin Morgan may helm Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2027
Former India all‑rounder Ravichandran Ashwin suggests that ex‑England skipper Eoin Morgan could replace Stephen Fleming as head coach of the Chennai Super Kings ahead of the 2027 Indian Premier League season.
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India withdraws from FIFA Asean Cup to face Brazil in October
The All India Football Federation has pulled India out of the inaugural FIFA Asean Cup to prepare for a historic friendly against Brazil on Oct. 3, while seeking additional matches against World Cup teams.
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Sri Lanka re‑adds Dickwella and Madushanka, introduces two uncapped players to Test squad
Sri Lanka Cricket named a new Test squad that brings back Dickwella and Madushanka and promotes Nuwantha and Sooriyabandara, while Nissanka and Kusal Mendis are omitted. The move signals a shift in strategy amid recent performance concerns.
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Liverpool Target Bradley Barcola Named in PSG Super Cup Squad as Transfer Speculation Intensifies
Bradley Barcola has been included in Paris Saint-Germain’s travelling squad for the UEFA Super Cup clash against Aston Villa despite continued speculation linking the French winger with Liverpool. His selection keeps him firmly in PSG’s immediate plans while questions over his longer-term future remain unresolved.
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