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Indian Football: NEUFC Durand title a glimmer of hope in troubled times

Northeast United FC, led by coach Juan Pedro Benali, celebrated their historic Durand Cup victory with exuberance, marking their second consecutive title. They defeated Diamond Harbour FC 6-1, becoming the first team in three decades to defend the title.

US Open 2025: Daniil Medvedev exits in dramatic fashion; Aryna Sabalenka, Novak Djokovic progress

Aryna Sabalenka commenced her US Open title defence successfully, while Novak Djokovic progressed towards a potential record 25th Grand Slam. Alexandra Eala made history for the Philippines, and Indonesia's Janice Tjen also secured a notable win. Emma Raducanu marked her return with a victory, while Daniil Medvedev faced an unexpected early exit.

Armaan Jaffer’s Pondicherry contract cancelled; Jayant Yadav named replacement

Armaan Jaffer's contract with the Cricket Association of Pondicherry (CAP) for the 2025-26 season has been cancelled due to his unavailability for pre-season inter-state tournaments, prioritizing club cricket in the UK. Haryana's Jayant Yadav replaces him. Meanwhile, Mumbai's Sagar Udeshi is set to be appointed as Pondicherry's captain, coach, and mentor for the Ranji Trophy due to budgetary constraints.

Duleep Trophy 2025 full schedule: Match dates, timings, format, venues, and all you need to know

The Indian home cricket season of 2025-26 starts with the Duleep Trophy. The tournament begins on August 28. It ends on September 15. The zonal format returns with North, South, East, West, Central, and North East zones competing. Matches will occur at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. South Zone and West Zone enter directly into the semi-finals.

Pakistan give seven players maiden Women's World Cup call-up

The squad includes 20-year-old Eyman Fatima who recently made her international debut for Pakistan in T20Is

BCCI ends INR 358 crore jersey deal with Dream11

The board will now need to look for a new sponsor for Asia Cup, which starts in just in a fortnight

Badminton World Championships: Where to watch livestream for India matches

The Badminton World Championships is set to begin on August 25, Monday. Several top Indian stars are set to participate in the tournament. Here's where you can watch the games live.

Arshdeep Singh got impatient after not getting chance in England: Punjab bowling coach

India left-arm seamer Arshdeep Singh was left impatient after not getting a chance in the five-match Test series against England, revealed Punjab bowling coach Gagandeep Singh.

Fantasy Nightmare: BCCI begins hunt for new sponsor after Dream11 walks out

Dream11 has ended its title sponsorship of the Indian cricket team following the government's ban on real money gaming. The BCCI is now actively searching for a new sponsor but may not finalise one before the upcoming Asia Cup.

Novak Djokovic to hire Monica Seles as coach? Serb legend opens up

Novak Djokovic revealed he is exploring a short-term coaching collaboration with childhood idol Monica Seles, describing it as more emotional than long-term. On court, Djokovic overcame Learner Tien in straight sets to reach the US Open second round.

BCCI Cuts Ties with Dream11 After Passage of Online Gaming Bill 2025

The BCCI and Dream11 have ended their partnership following the passage of The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, which bans money-based online gaming. Dream11 has stopped all paid contests and shifted to a free-to-play model, while My11Circle has also suspended real money games. Both companies affirm their commitment to legal compliance and future updates.

AB de Villiers Hints at Potential RCB Return: Coaching or Mentoring Role Possible

AB de Villiers, the former South African cricket star, has expressed his desire to return to the IPL, potentially as a coach or mentor with Royal Challengers Bengaluru. While a full-time professional role is unlikely, he emphasized his strong connection with RCB.

Asia Cup: Ex-Pakistan Cricketer Claims Suryakumar Yadav Struggles Against Their Bowling Attack

Bazid Khan analyzed India's Asia Cup squad, noting the absence of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will impact the team's intensity. He highlighted Suryakumar Yadav's struggles against Pakistan and emphasized Ravindra Jadeja's all-round contribution and fielding prowess will be missed. India faces the challenge of finding the right combination to compensate for these key players.

Exclusive | Not Gukesh, Anand! Meet the only Indian to beat Magnus Carlsen in classical with black in his 14 years as World No. 1

Karthikeyan Murali, the 26-year-old Grandmaster from Thanjavur, holds a unique place in Indian chess history. In 2023, at the Qatar Masters, he became the only Indian to beat Magnus Carlsen with the black pieces during the Norwegian’s 14-year reign as World No. 1. A two-time national champion, Murali’s accidental chess journey now carries one unforgettable milestone.

Online Gaming Bill 2025: How many crores will BCCI lose after Dream11 exit?

Dream11 is ending its title sponsorship of the Indian cricket team following the passage of the 'Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill 2025,' which led to the shutdown of their real money games operations.

BWF World Championships: Tough challenge awaits for Indian shuttlers in Paris; Coach Pullela Gopichand hopeful of winning medals

Indian shuttlers face a challenging path at the 29th BWF World Badminton Championships in Paris, striving to continue their medal-winning streak despite form struggles and a tough draw. Chief coach Pullela Gopichand remains optimistic, banking on the experienced players to elevate their game. Lakshya Sen faces a formidable opponent in top-seed Shi Yu Qi.

Chess | 'No jeans': Divya Deshmukh evokes Magnus Carlsen's viral dress code controversy - Watch

India’s Divya Deshmukh sparked laughs with her “No jeans!” rule-change joke, recalling Magnus Carlsen’s 2024 dress code controversy. Carlsen famously refused to change his Corneliani jeans, was fined, and later auctioned them for $36,100. Proceeds went to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, turning a quirky chess moment into a powerful charitable milestone.

KCL thriller: Sanju Samson smashes century, but Muhammad Ashik steals the show with last-ball six – Watch

In a thrilling Kerala Cricket League 2025 encounter, Muhammad Ashik's last-ball six secured a four-wicket victory for Kochi Blue Tigers over Aries Kollam Sailors. Chasing a daunting 237, Ashik's unbeaten 45 complemented Sanju Samson's explosive 121. Earlier, Vishnu Vinod (94) and Sachin Baby (91) propelled Aries Kollam Sailors to 236/5.

Cricket | ‘Not being picked for England Tests left Arshdeep Singh impatient’ - Punjab bowling coach

Arshdeep Singh's Test debut in England was delayed due to injury and team selection, testing his patience. Punjab's bowling coach, Gagandeep Singh, believes Arshdeep should have been given a chance, given his swing bowling ability.

La Liga: Kylian Mbappe shines as Real Madrid cruise to 3-0 win over Real Oviedo

Real Madrid showcased their dominance with a 3-0 victory over Real Oviedo, marked by Kylian Mbappe's brace and Vinicius Junior's late goal. In other La Liga action, Villarreal crushed Girona 5-0, with Tajon Buchanan scoring a hat-trick. Real Sociedad fought back for a 2-2 draw against Espanyol, while Osasuna edged Valencia 1-0 in a tightly contested match.