Basketball

Here is all you need to know about the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup Qatar, including the date, venue, teams, format and more.  

A total of 32 national teams will compete for the Naismith Trophy

In the first round, the teams are divided into eight groups of four

2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup Qatar: Date, format, venue, teams and more

FIBA World Cup 2027, FIBA World Cup 2027 Qatar

Watch a true Russell Westbrook fan’s epic journey spotlight as the NBA legend retires. The video is going viral online. 

The fan peeled the jerseys off one by one while holding a handmade sign declaring the distance travelled to see his “GOAT.”

Westbrook, the 2017 MVP and all-time NBA leader in triple-doubles, announced his retirement on 12 August 2026 following a final season with the Sacramento Kings

True Russ Fan? Watch Taiwanese supporter’s epic journey spotlighted as NBA legend Russell Westbrook retires

Russell Westbrook

Fan’s epic journey spotlighted as NBA legend Russell Westbrook retires

American singer and actress Hilary Duff joked that she feels like LeBron James as she compared herself with the NBA superstar.

Duff’s Lucky Me Tour launched in late June 2026 with shows in West Palm Beach and Tampa, Florida, before progressing through various U.S. cities

LeBron recently joined the 76ers for a two-year deal as he marks his 24th official season in the league

Hilary Duff compares with LeBron after Tour stops mirror NBA superstar’s path

LeBron James, Hilary Duff

Stephen Curry and Luka Doncic are set to face each other as the Lakers and the Warriors face off each other in the NBA opening week clash. Here is all you need to know. 

The Lakers are building around the Slovenian superstar alongside players such as Austin Reaves in a post-LeBron era

The California showdown is scheduled for Wednesday 21 October

Curry vs Doncic? Warriors and Lakers set for iconic NBA opening week clash

Luka Doncic, Stephen Curry, Lakers, Warriors, NBA

NBA has announced a star-studded triple-header to open the season, and the fans would not want to miss it. Here is all you need to know. 

The league unveiled the opening-night slate featuring three marquee matchups

LeBron James and Jaylen Brown make their Philadelphia 76ers debuts against Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks

NBA announces star-studded tripleheader to open 2026-27 season

NBA opening day schedule

Duleep Trophy, 2026

Pakistan tour of England, 2026

Women's Asia Cup T20, 2026

India tour of Afghanistan, 2026

Asian Games Men’s T20I, 2026

Asian Games Women's Cricket Competition, 2026

South Africa and Zimbabwe tour of Namibia, 2026

ACC Men's Premier Cup, 2026

Australia tour of Zimbabwe, 2026

Sri Lanka tour of England, 2026

Australia tour of South Africa, 2026

West Indies tour of India, 2026

South Africa tour of Namibia, 2026

Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan, 2026

India tour of Japan, 2026

Afghanistan and Bangladesh tour of UAE, 2026

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Cricket

Tilak Varma was dismissed run out after mistakenly assuming a ball had crossed the boundary at Holkar Stadium, impacting India's innings on a pivotal pitch.

tilak varma brain fade run out holkar stadium

Tilak Varma's brain fade leads to bizarre run out during IND vs WI 3rd T20I

New Zealand unveiled a special ODI jersey combining Indian and Maori art to celebrate 100 years of sporting ties with India. The limited edition shirt highlights the rich cultural bond and will be worn during the upcoming five-match ODI series.

New Zealand unveil special ODI jersey celebrating 100 years of sporting ties with India

New Zealand unveil special ODI jersey celebrating 

New Zealand unveil special jersey for ODI series against India

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Abhishek Sharma's fifty and Arshdeep Singh's three-fer saw India getting the better of West Indies by 14 runs in the third T20I on October 11

India beat West Indies by 14 runs in the third T20I

With this India have taken a 2-1 lead in the five-match series

India's Abhishek Sharma (R) and Arshdeep Singh in this frame. (Getty)

Abhishek-Arshdeep power India to 14-run win over West Indies in 3rd T20I

Mohammed Shami once again proved his bowling might and turned selectors heads with his magnificent four-fer in Bengal's Ranji Trophy clash against Delhi

Mohammed Shami scorched bright with the ball in the Ranji Trophy clash against Delhi

Bengal's Shami ripped through the Delhi's batting line-up with a fantastic four-fer

Bengal's veteran pacer Mohammed Shami in this frame. (X)

Shami reignites India recall debate with stellar show in Ranji Trophy clash

Suryansh Shedge's brilliant fifty helped India A notch a commanding 49-run win in the third unofficial ODI against Australia A to avoid the series sweep

India A got the better of Australia A by 49 runs in the third unofficial ODI

Suryansh Shedge was the start of the show with 60-ball 66 in India A's win

India A's Suryansh Shedge (L) fist bumps with his teammate in this frame. (X)

Pandya's replacement turns the game as India A secure consolation win over AUS A

New Zealand has named separate squads for their home ODI series against India, with Ravindra returning alongside many other stars. Here is everything you need to know.  

New Zealand has announced different squads for the series vs India, which marks the return of some star players

Several players are unavailable through injury, and the biggest blow was the fast bowler Will O’Rourke

New Zealand name split squads for home ODI series against India; Ravindra alongside these star players return

Mitchell Santner and Shubman Gill, India vs New Zealand

New Zealand name split squads for home ODI series against India

KL Rahul falls while Jaiswal gets a duck as Indian stars struggle in the Ranji Trophy 2026-27 season opener. Here is everything you need to know so far. 

The early failure stood in contrast to Rahul’s strong performances in last season’s knockout stages

Alongside Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal also struggled as he fell for a duck in the opener

KL Rahul falls, Jaiswal gets duck as Indian stars struggle at Ranji Trophy 2026-27 season opener 

Ranji Trophy

KL Rahul falls, Jaiswal gets duck as Indian stars struggle at Ranji Trophy 

India tour of New Zealand 2026

New Zealand's tearaway pacer Lockie Ferguson sees an unreal talent in Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, having already tasted the glimpse of 15-year-old prodigy's batting heroics in the IPL

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has already firmly planted himself in the minds of New Zealand camp

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is part of India's T20I squad for the New Zealand series

India's batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in this frame. (Getty)

'I played him in IPL, he's unreal': NZ star in awe of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

To mark a century of shared athletic heritage, the BLACKCAPS will sport a commemorative uniform throughout their upcoming 50-over home matches against India

New Zealand unveiled a special 'Kotahitanga' jersey for the ODI series agaisnt India

New Zealand will play a five-match ODI series against India, starting from November 4

New Zealand players to wear special 'Kotahitanga' jersey in ODI series vs India designed by artists of both nations. (BLACKCAPS)

New Zealand players to wear special 'Kotahitanga' jersey in ODI series vs India 

Football

Here is why Portugal has suspended Cristiano Ronaldo after he left the national camp. Here is what the coach and the FPF president revealed about his return. 

Ronaldo  had earlier revealed that there was some mismanagement with the team coach over his playing time

The case stems from a rapid deterioration in relations between Ronaldo and new head coach Jorge Jesus

Why did Portugal FA suspend Cristiano Ronaldo after he left national team camp?

Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal

Why did Portugal FA suspend Cristiano Ronaldo? 

India’s first ODI against Sri Lanka has been shifted from Delhi. Why and where? Ranji Trophy is also affected. Here is all you need to know about the development. 

The first ODI was initially scheduled for December 13 in Delhi, but has now moved to Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad has become a regular and reliable host for high-profile matches in recent years

India's first ODI against Sri Lanka shifted from Delhi? Why and where? 

Kusal Mendis and Shubman Gill , India vs Sri Lanka

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have reported parted ways with their batting coach Michael Hussey ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027

CSK have reportedly Michael Hussey about his departure as franchise's batting coach

Recently, Zaheer Khan was appointed as CSK's head coach after Stephen Fleming's exit

Former CSK's batting coach Michael Hussey in this frame. (Getty)

CSK move on from Hussey in massive coaching shake-up, uncertainty looms over...

Board of Control of Cricket (BCCI) has taken a big move to address Team India's persistent injury concerns as they have increased the CoE budget from Rs 92 crore to Rs 127 crore

BCCI has expanded CoE's budget from Rs 92 crore to Rs 127 crore

BCCI has made the move to address India's growing injury concerns

Indian pacer Harshit Rana in this frame. (Getty)

BCCI's injury alarm: After 68 players hit the treatment room in 20 months, board

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Here is when and where to watch the Indian Super League as ISL football resumes. The league has also dropped the telecast details.  

The 2026-27 campaign features 13 teams and a return to a fuller home-and-away schedule after the previous season

East Bengal will begin its title defence in an away game against Churchill Brothers

When and where to watch Indian Super League as ISL football season resumes

Indian Premier League, ISL

The 2026-2027 Indian Super League returns with 13 clubs and the traditional double round robin plus playoffs format. New management aims for better revenue sharing.

2026 2027 indian super league return of old format and new future

2026 2027 indian super league return of old format

ISL 2026 2027 returns with old format and new future for clubs

Lionel Messi retired from international football after Argentina’s win against Benin. He played 208 matches, scored 126 goals, and won multiple titles. 

WATCH: Cristiano Ronaldo's blunt response steals spotlight after Messi hat-trick question

Cristiano Ronaldo's EPIC message to Lionel Messi's retirement post goes viral

India suffered a 1-6 defeat against Uruguay in a friendly match in Kolkata but showed promising fight. Experts stress the importance of exposure for growth.

india vs uruguay friendly match analysis

 India vs Uruguay: Fans happy with exposure, Diego Forlan says India a good side

IND vs WI, 3rd T20I

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Motor Sports

Others

F1 set to return to India as the Sports Ministry has formed an elite task force to revive Grand Prix glory. Here is all you need to know. 

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday announced a Task Force to assess the challenges and feasibility of reviving F1 in the country

The Task Force has been asked to carry out a full assessment of India’s motorsport ecosystem. It has also indicated to identify the policy and infrastructure changes

F1 returns to India? Sports Ministry forms elite task force to revive Grand Prix

India's Formula 1 dream receives a major boost after a landmark move involving the Sports Ministry. Here's why it could be a turning point for Indian motorsport.

The Sports Ministry has granted FMSCI provisional National Sports Federation (NSF) recognition, marking a major milestone for Indian motorsport.

The move is expected to strengthen efforts to bring Formula 1 back to India, with the government targeting the sport's return by 2028.

India's Formula 1 dream gets major boost as Sports Ministry NSF take landmark decision

India's Formula 1 dream gets major boost as Sports Ministry NSF take landmark...

FIFA World Cup 2026

A Formula 1 world champion has shared his prediction for the FIFA World Cup 2026 winner, casting doubt on England's hopes of ending their long wait for the trophy.

A Formula 1 star backed one team over England to lift the FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy.

The reigning F1 champion also weighed in on the Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo debate.

'Not coming home': F1 world champion drops blunt verdict on England's FIFA World Cup hopes

F1 world champion drops blunt verdict on England's FIFA World Cup hopes

Nyck de Vries delivered a historic breakthrough for Mahindra Racing after securing a landmark Formula E victory in the Gen3 era.

Nyck de Vries delivered a landmark moment for Mahindra Racing after securing the team’s first victory in five years.

De Vries achieved the feat during Round 9 of the FIA Formula E World Championship.

Nyck de Vries scripts historic feat for Mahindra Racing with stunning Formula E achievement

Nyck de Vries scripts historic feat for Mahindra Racing with stunning Formula E 

Indian racer Arjun Maini delivered a standout performance ahead of Max Verstappen during a major racing event, earning attention after an impressive qualifying session.

Arjun Maini grabbed headlines after outperforming four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen.

It happened Qualifying 2 for the prestigious 24 Hours of Nurburgring.

India's Arjun Maini stuns four-time F1 world champion Max Verstappen in recent track faceoff

Arjun Maini and Max Verstappen

India's Arjun Maini stuns four-time F1 world champion Max Verstappen in track...

Asia Cup 2025

All eyes will be on Abhishek Sharma in the action-packed India versus Pakistan's Asia Cup 2025 final which is slated to be played September 28

India's star opener Abhishek Sharma in this frame

Abhishek Sharma on brink of shattering Virat Kohli's all-time record in IND vs PAK Asia Cup 2025 final

PAK vs BAN, Asia Cup: Taskin Ahmed complete his special century as he became just the 3rd Bangladeshi player to take 100 T20I wickets

Bangladesh's Taskin Ahmed in this frame

Taskin Ahmed becomes only 3rd Bangladeshi player to bag this T20I feat

The explosive New Zealand batter will be featuring in the three-match T20I series against Australia that will be commencing from October 1

Tim Seifert in this frame

Tim Seifert needs to hit 8 sixes in Australia T20Is to surpass Brendon McCullum on this elite list

Buttler has now become the wicketkeeper-batter to record the joint-most ducks in the history of T20Is 

Jos Buttler in this frame

Jos Buttler equals unwanted T20I record after recording a duck against Ireland in 3rd T20I

The former West Indies batter played a brilliant knock for the Trinbago Knight Riders in CPL qualifier against St. Lucia Kings 

Nicholas Pooran in this frame

Nicholas Pooran joins Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in elite list with quick-fire fifty in CPL 2025 

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The Centre of Excellence in Indian cricket is facing a major injury challenge, having treated 68 players in 20 months. Most injuries are soft tissue related, prompting increased funding to improve treatment and rehabilitation ahead of the next World Cup

centre of excellence injury crisis in indian cricket

centre of excellence injury crisis in indian crick

India face injury crisis with 68 players treated in 20 mnths, CoE budget expands

Australia staged a stunning comeback in the first Test against South Africa with a historic ninth wicket partnership between Matt Renshaw and Nathan Lyon. Their 134-run stand ranks second best in Australian history and puts Australia in command at Durban.

Australia remarkable fightback in first test against South Africa

Australia remarkable fightback in first test again

Renshaw-Lyon's robust partnership helps AUS stage incredible fightback vs SA

Pick n Pay in South Africa removed sandpaper from shelves to mock Australia's infamous 2018 ball tampering scandal during their cricket tour. The incident led to bans for key players and remains a memorable event in cricket history.

south african supermarket jabs australia over ball tampering scandal

south african supermarket jabs australia over ball

South African supermarket takes jibe at Australia's 2018 ball tampering scandal

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Abhishek-Arshdeep power India to 14-run win over West Indies in 3rd T20I

Abhishek-Arshdeep power India to 14-run win over West Indies in 3rd T20I

Shami reignites India recall debate with stellar show in Ranji Trophy clash

New Zealand name split squads for home ODI series against India

KL Rahul falls, Jaiswal gets duck as Indian stars struggle at Ranji Trophy

'I played him in IPL, he's unreal': NZ star in awe of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

New Zealand players to wear special 'Kotahitanga' jersey in ODI series vs India

Why did Portugal FA suspend Cristiano Ronaldo?

India's first ODI against Sri Lanka shifted from Delhi? Why and where?

CSK move on from Hussey in massive coaching shake-up, uncertainty looms over...

Shami reignites India recall debate with stellar show in Ranji Trophy clash

New Zealand name split squads for home ODI series against India

KL Rahul falls, Jaiswal gets duck as Indian stars struggle at Ranji Trophy

'I played him in IPL, he's unreal': NZ star in awe of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

New Zealand players to wear special 'Kotahitanga' jersey in ODI series vs India

Why did Portugal FA suspend Cristiano Ronaldo?

India's first ODI against Sri Lanka shifted from Delhi? Why and where?

CSK move on from Hussey in massive coaching shake-up, uncertainty looms over...

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Tilak Varma's brain fade leads to bizarre run out during IND vs WI 3rd T20I

New Zealand unveil special jersey for ODI series against India

India face injury crisis with 68 players treated in 20 mnths, CoE budget expands

Renshaw-Lyon's robust partnership helps AUS stage incredible fightback vs SA

South African supermarket takes jibe at Australia's 2018 ball tampering scandal