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US Open: Buzz cut Alcaraz powers himself into 2nd round with straight sets win

Carlos Alcaraz debuted a fresh buzz cut and won his US Open first-round match. His strong performance overshadowed mixed fan reactions to his new look.

Sachin Tendulkar breaks silence on Joe Root nearing his all-time Test runs milestone

Legendary India batter Sachin Tendulkar recently praised Joe Root's prolific run in Tests as he's approaching his record for most runs in the format.

Asia Cup debutants Oman announce squad, Jatinder Singh to lead 17-member squad

Oman became the sixth team to announce their squad for the Asia Cup. The side announced a 17-member team, with opener Jastinder Singh leading the side.

Santner, Phillips among big names injured for New Zealand ahead of long home season

New Zealand players Mitchell Santner, Finn Allen, Glenn Phillips and Will O' Rourke are suffering from various injuries ahead of their long home season, where they will host Australia, England, West Indies and South Africa.

Premier League: 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha steals the show with 100th-minute winner; Liverpool outfox 10-man Newcastle

Liverpool snatched a thrilling 3-2 victory against Newcastle, highlighted by Rio Ngumoha's dramatic late winner, making him the club's youngest scorer. Despite leading by two goals, Liverpool faced a resilient Newcastle side that fought back to level the score after Gordon's red card. Ultimately, Ngumoha's late goal secured the win for Liverpool.

At 45, tennis legend Venus Williams holds back tears, discusses future plans after early US Open exit - Watch

Venus Williams faced an emotional first-round defeat at the US Open against Karolina Muchova, casting doubt on her future in tennis. Despite a strong showing after a 16-month break, Williams lost in three sets. She expressed gratitude for the wild card entry and highlighted her improved physical condition compared to their previous encounter, emphasising her joy in playing pain-free.

Online Sports Bill: Dream11 CEO opens up about the impact- '95% of revenues disappeared...'

Dream11, facing a massive revenue hit after the passage of the Online Gaming Bill 2025, may discontinue its Indian cricket team title sponsorship despite a USD 44 million contract. CEO Harsh Jain confirmed a near-total revenue wipeout but assured no layoffs. The ban on real money gaming, while allowing social gaming, severely impacts Dream11's core business.

Cheteshwar Pujara retires: Mitchell Starc's wife Alyssa Healy makes a startling revelation - 'He drained...'

Alyssa Healy, captain of the Australian women's team and wife of Mitchell Starc, shared insights into the Australian men's cricket team's strategies against Cheteshwar Pujara, who recently retired. Pujara's remarkable defensive technique and endurance made him a formidable opponent, particularly in Australia, where he consistently wore down bowlers.

Duleep Trophy Preview: India’s fringe stars eye Test openings in Bengaluru

The 2025–26 domestic season begins with the Duleep Trophy in Bengaluru, a tournament doubling as auditions for vacancy in India's Test line-up. With questions over No. 3, No. 6 and pace depth, batters like Devdutt Padikkal, Shreyas Iyer and Sarfraz Khan, along with bowlers Mohammed Shami and Mukesh Kumar, aim to impress selectors ahead of home Test series against West Indies and South Africa.

Another big exit! BCCI cuts ties with long-time team member - 'It has been a privilege'

The BCCI has ended Rajeev Kumar's decade-long tenure as the Indian cricket team's masseur. Kumar, a beloved figure known for his dedication and trademark smile, confirmed his departure on Instagram. He was crucial in player recovery, providing massages, energy drinks, and on-field support. Players like Shami and Chahal have publicly acknowledged his vital contributions.

US Open: 45-year-old Venus Williams turns back the clock, but falls in fighting return

A 45-year-old Venus Williams made her long-awaited return to the Grand Slams on Tuesday, August 26. Playing against 11th seed Karolina Muchova, Williams lost in a 3-set battle.

Dane van Niekerk revokes international retirement

The ex-South Africa captain has been included in the 20-member pre-World Cup probables training camp

Hanuma Vihari seeks NOC from Andhra

Vihari has represented Hyderabad and Andhra in his domestic career so far

Brendan Taylor returns for ODIs against Sri Lanka

Zimbabwe have also been given a fillip through the fit-again pair of Blessing Muzarabani and Richard Ngarava

James Anderson leads SA20 auction list

782 players have registered for the auction but only 84 places are up for grabs

Sachin Tendulkar's witty reply to fan - 'Why? Are you planning to play them' - goes viral

Sachin Tendulkar engaged with fans in a Reddit AMA. He shared insights on his career and cricket. Tendulkar humorously dodged a bowling attack comparison. He picked his Chennai knock against England as a favorite. Tendulkar confirmed promoting MS Dhoni in the 2011 World Cup final. His candid answers and nostalgia made the session memorable for fans.

BWF World Championships: Lakshya Sen crashes out in opening round

Lakshya Sen faced an early exit at the BWF World Championships, succumbing to top seed Shi Yu Qi in straight games. Despite flashes of brilliance, Sen couldn't overcome Shi's composed defence and sharp finishing. Shi, who is in red-hot form, extended his head-to-head lead over Sen, reinforcing his dominance in men’s singles badminton.

Sachin Tendulkar cracks Steve Bucknor, Aadhaar card jokes in hilarious Reddit AMA

Sachin Tendulkar delighted fans in a witty Reddit AMA, mixing personal anecdotes with cricketing tales. From a playful dig at umpire Steve Bucknor to confirming son Arjun's engagement, the batting legend was candid and insightful.

Sachin Tendulkar confirms son Arjun's engagement, reveals advice to daughter Sara

Sachin Tendulkar has confirmed that his son, Arjun Tendulkar, is engaged to Saaniya Chandok in a private ceremony. Saaniya hails from a prominent Mumbai business family, known for their ventures in hospitality and food.

US Open: Petra Kvitova bids farewell to tennis after first round defeat

Petra Kvitova bid an emotional farewell after a first-round US Open exit, closing a stellar career with 31 WTA titles and two Wimbledon crowns. Meanwhile, Krejcikova advanced, overpowering Victoria Mboko 6-3, 6-2 in the opening round.