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

Watch: Hilary Duff jokes she feels ‘like LeBron’ after Tour stops mirror NBA superstar’s path

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

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

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

Hong Kong Sixes, 2026

Ireland tour of Namibia, 2026

West Indies tour of Bangladesh, 2026

Afghanistan and Zimbabwe tour of UAE, 2026

Afghanistan, Zimbabwe and Bangladesh tour of UAE, 2026

India tour of Japan, 2026

Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan, 2026

England and Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan, 2026

South Africa tour of Namibia, 2026

Ranji Trophy, 2026/27

India tour of New Zealand, 2026

Zimbabwe Women tour of India, 2026

Australia tour of South Africa, 2026

Sri Lanka tour of England, 2026

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Cricket

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Rishabh Pant has been ruled out of the third unofficial Test against New Zealand amid a cautious recovery. Here is all you need to know. 

India A’s tour has already seen strong performances from other players

Pant’s absence is another chapter in a challenging period with injuries

Rishabh Pant ruled out of third unofficial Test against New Zealand

Rishabh Pant

Rishabh Pant ruled out of third unofficial Test against New Zealand amid cautious recovery

Yashavi Jaiswal has struggled with form in red ball cricket during the 2026 season, raising concerns for India in the ongoing New Zealand series. His inconsistent scores and multiple ducks have affected his confidence and team position. The upcoming matches will be key to seeing if he can regain his batting form and contribute effectively to the team’s success.

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should india be concerned about yashavi jaiswals f

Jaiswal's struggling form in red-ball cricket leaves Indian management concerned

Yashavi Jaiswal's struggling form in red-ball cricket leaves Indian management concerned

Kagiso Rabada became the fastest bowler to reach 150 Test wickets by deliveries, leading South African cricket achievements

kagiso rabada fastest to 150 test wickets

Kagiso Rabada becomes fastest to reach 150 Test wickets in terms of deliveries

South Africa have become the new World no.1 Test team after dethroning Australia from the summit following their 2-1 series victory

South Africa toppled Australia to become world no.1 Test team

South Africa scripted this milestone after defeat Australia 2-1 in the just-concluded Test series

South Africa's Kagiso Rabada (R) reacts as he unsuccessfully appeals for the wicket of Australia's Cameron Green in this frame. (Getty)

South Africa dethrone Australia to surge to No. 1 in ICC Test Rankings

South Africa dethrone Australia to surge to No. 1 in ICC Test rankings for first time since 2016

India tour of New Zealand 2026

Rohit Sharma has made himself available to feature in the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy for Mumbai. Rohit has reportedly informed MCA about his availability for the tournament

Rohit Sharma is all set to feature in the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy

Rohit has reportedly informed MCA about his decision

Former India captain Rohit Sharma in this frame. (Getty)

Former India captain Rohit Sharma in this frame. (X)

Rohit Sharma confirms availability for Vijay Hazare Trophy to MCA

Rohit Sharma ready for domestic action, confirms availability for Vijay Hazare Trophy to MCA

Others

27 athletes, including PT Usha, Saina Nehwal, and more, enter the race for the crucial IOA election. Here is all you need to know. 

The eight successful candidates, which include four men and four women, will join the IOA General Assembly and gain voting rights for the Executive Council elections

On the women’s side, PT Usha, who rose from the SOM ranks to the IOA presidency in 2022, heads a strong list that includes badminton star Saina Nehwal

27 former athletes, including PT Usha, Saina Nehwal enter race for crucial IOA election

PT Usha, Saina Nehwal, IOA

27 former athletes, including PT Usha, Saina Nehwal enter race for IOA election

Football

Manchester United continues as the Premier League side is now facing a relegation battle after a brutal loss vs Chelsea. The winless record has now extended to nine games. 

The result left Manchester United with just seven points from nine league games

The nine-game winless run stretches across both domestic and European competition

Manchester United horror! Is Premier League side really facing relegation battle? Winless streak extends after Chelsea loss

Man United, Premier League

Manchester United horror! Is Premier League side really facing relegation battle

After taking six wickets in the four-day game between India A and New Zealand A, Auqib Nabi has been named Prasidh Krishna's replacement for the first three ODIs of the series.

Auqib Nabi is available for the entire ODI series against New Zealand.

Nabi played a four-day game against New Zealand A, taking 6 wickets. 

Auqib Nabi

India announce unfit Prasidh Krishna’s replacement for 1st three ODIs vs New Zea

India announce unfit Prasidh Krishna’s replacement for 1st three ODIs vs New Zealand

The venues for the T20 World Cup 2028's semifinals and final have been disclosed. Reportedly, Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is set to host the T20 World Cup 2028 final

T20 World Cup 2028's final and semifinals' venues have been revealed

The T20 World Cup 2028 will be played across Australia and New Zealand

T20 World Cup trophy in this frame. (Getty)

Big update on T20 World Cup 2028, final and semifinals' venues revealed

South Africa rode on Simon Harmer's sizzling six-fer to bulldoze Australia for paltry 111 and clinch a commanding 176 runs in the third Test and seal series 2-1

South Africa crushed Australia by 176 runs in the third Test

With this South Africa clinched the series 2-1

South Africa's Simon Harmer (C-L) hugs teammate Temba Bavuma (C-R) as they celebrate the wicket of Australia's Pat Cummins in this frame. (Getty)

'Harmer' blow to Australia as SA notch series-clinching 176-run in 3rd Test

'Harmer' blow to Australia as SA notch crushing 176-run win in 3rd Test to seal series, shake up WTC points table

IND A vs NZ A 2nd unofficial Test: Dhruv Jurel's unbeaten 99 helped India A recover after a string of wickets in the second session. 

Yashasvi Jaiswal has been going through a rough patch in red-ball cricket.

Dhruv Jurel is just one run away from a century. 

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel

Another duck for Jaiswal but Jurel stars with 99* after Padikkal's 80 on Day 1

Another duck for Jaiswal raises concern but Jurel stars with unbeaten 99 after Padikkal's 80 on Day 1

Cheteshwar Pujara believes the team management is backing Axar Patel over Ravindra Jadeja for the next year's ODI World Cup.

While Axar played in Asian Games 2026, Jadeja played in ODIs vs West Indies.

Pujara believes Jadeja is 'insurance policy' for ODIs if Axar gets injured. 

Cheteshwar Pujara, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel

End of road in ODIs for Jadeja? Pujara believes he isn't in plans for WC'27

End of road in ODIs for Jadeja? Pujara believes team management isn't considering him for World Cup 2027

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Neymar has been suspended for two matches in Brazil for covering his mouth during a confrontation. He will miss three matches overall and announced his international retirement after the World Cup.

Is Neymar Jr retiring from club football? Brazilian's latest update has left fans wondering

Neymar handed two-match suspension for violating Vinicius Law, to miss 3 games

Neymar handed two-match suspension for violating Vinicius Law, to miss three matches in total

Harry Kane won the 2026 Ballon d'Or after a remarkable season with 73 goals and 8 assists, becoming the first Englishman in 25 years to claim the award.

Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham 

How Harry Kane won the Ballon d'Or - and ended a 25-year jinx for English winner

How Harry Kane won the Ballon d'Or - and ended a 25-year jinx for English winners 

Harry Kane wins the Ballon d’Or 2026 title, ending England’s 25-year wait, beating Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal. Alexia Putellas won a record-equalling third women’s title. Here is all you need to know. 

The victory marked a historic milestone as Kane joins an exclusive list of English winners

Putellas claimed the women’s Ballon d’Or for a third time

Ballon d’Or 2026: Harry Kane ends England’s 25-year wait beating Kylian Mbappe, Lamine Yamal; Alexia Putellas claims record-equalling third 

Alexia Putellas, Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal and Kylian ,Mbappe, 2026 Ballon d'Or

Ballon d'Or 2026: Kane beats Mbappe, Yamal; Alexia Putellas wins her third

Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho is set to make a surprising comeback with Italian Serie C club Ravenna. He will debut on November 15th in a home derby, marking his return to Italian football after over a decade.

Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho comes out of retirement at 46 to join Italian Serie C side

Ronaldinho set for football return aged 46 for Serie C side Ravenna

IND vs NZ, 5th T20I

IND vs NZ 4th T20I

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Motor Sports

Kim Kardashian supported Lewis Hamilton at the Singapore Grand Prix with a warm moment that captured fan attention despite his sixth-place finish.

Kim Kardashian,Lewis Hamilton

Kim Kardashian spotted with Lewis Hamilton at Singapore GP, goes viral for...

Kim Kardashian spotted with Lewis Hamilton at Singapore GP, goes viral for pink dress

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

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

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 

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

Taskin Ahmed scripts history, becomes only 3rd Bangladeshi player to clock this sensational 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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Virat Kohli was warmly welcomed by fans upon arrival in Auckland ahead of Indias ODI series against New Zealand. On arrival he quickly started practice sessions with Rohit Sharma preparing for the upcoming matches

Virat Kohli's arrival in Auckland for India New Zealand ODI series

Virat Kohli's arrival in Auckland for India New Ze

Kohli arrives in Auckland ahead of NZ ODIs, begins practice with Rohit

Virat Kohli arrives in Auckland ahead of ODI series vs NZ, begins practice with Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma has transformed his fitness remarkably with focused strength training after a serious injury. His disciplined approach now supports his goal to compete in the 2027 ICC World Cup.

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Rishabh Pant ruled out of third unofficial Test against New Zealand

Rishabh Pant ruled out of third unofficial Test against New Zealand

27 former athletes, including PT Usha, Saina Nehwal enter race for IOA election

Manchester United horror! Is Premier League side really facing relegation battle

Rohit Sharma confirms availability for Vijay Hazare Trophy to MCA

South Africa dethrone Australia to surge to No. 1 in ICC Test Rankings

India announce unfit Prasidh Krishna’s replacement for 1st three ODIs vs New Zea

Big update on T20 World Cup 2028, final and semifinals' venues revealed

'Harmer' blow to Australia as SA notch series-clinching 176-run in 3rd Test

Another duck for Jaiswal but Jurel stars with 99* after Padikkal's 80 on Day 1

27 former athletes, including PT Usha, Saina Nehwal enter race for IOA election

Manchester United horror! Is Premier League side really facing relegation battle

Rohit Sharma confirms availability for Vijay Hazare Trophy to MCA

South Africa dethrone Australia to surge to No. 1 in ICC Test Rankings

India announce unfit Prasidh Krishna’s replacement for 1st three ODIs vs New Zea

Big update on T20 World Cup 2028, final and semifinals' venues revealed

'Harmer' blow to Australia as SA notch series-clinching 176-run in 3rd Test

Another duck for Jaiswal but Jurel stars with 99* after Padikkal's 80 on Day 1

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Kohli arrives in Auckland ahead of NZ ODIs, begins practice with Rohit

Jaiswal's struggling form in red-ball cricket leaves Indian management concerned

Kagiso Rabada becomes fastest to reach 150 Test wickets in terms of deliveries

Rohit Sharma's fitness standards praised by ex-IND coach - but warning sent over

Neeraj Yadav, Asian Para Games gold medalist, dies by suicide amid doping suspen