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

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

India tour of New Zealand, 2026

Zimbabwe Women tour of India, 2026

West Indies tour of India, 2026

Australia tour of South Africa, 2026

Sri Lanka tour of England, 2026

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Cricket

India prepares for a tough T20I series in New Zealand after a balanced home series draw against West Indies.

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India gear up for tough T20I series in New Zealand after 2-2 draw with West Indi

Temba Bavuma scored a record-breaking 179 against Australia, becoming the oldest player and captain to score 150 plus in a Test against them. His innings was pivotal in South Africa’s strong position.

themba babua breaks records with 179 against australia

themba babua breaks records with 179 against austr

Temba Bavuma sets new records with his robust 179 against Australia in 2nd Test

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Australia were left reeling at 154/4 on Day 4 of the second Test against South Africa. However, Travis Head is still intact on the crease at 87 by the close of Day 4's play

Australia were precariously placed at 156/4 by the close of Day 4 of the second Test against South Africa

Australia were earlier bowled out for 99 and later faced follow-on

Australia's Travis Head (R) reacts after getting dismissed on Day 4 of second Test against South Africa. (Getty)

Australia forced to follow-on at 154/4 as South Africa close in on 2nd Test win

India tour of New Zealand 2026

India toured New Zealand for a bilateral T20I series for the first time in 2009. Marking their fifth tour since then, Men in Blue is all ready to take on Kiwis for a five-match T20I series, starting from October 22

The last time India toured New Zealand for a T20I outing, they won the series 1-0

So far India have toured New Zealand four times for a T20I series

India captain Shreyas Iyer (L) and New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner in this frame. (BCCI)

Decoding India's report card in T20I series across NZ tours from 2009 to 2022

BCCI president Mithun Manhas has made it very clear that 'fitness and performance' will the criteria for Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's selection for the ODI World Cup 2027

Fitness and performance will be the only criteria for Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's ODI World Cup 2027 selection

BCCI president Mithun Minhas has clearly stated that age won't be the factor for selection

India's batting juggernauts Rohit Sharma (L) and Virat Kohli in this frame. (Getty)

BCCI president reveals 'fitness, performance' criteria for RO-KO's WC selection

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner feels India's veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar could trouble them in the upcoming five-match T20I series

Mitchell Santner feels Bhuvneshwar Kumar can make the most of New Zealand conditions

The five-match T20I series between India and New Zealand is schedule to get underway from October 22

India's veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar in this frame. (Getty)

Mitchell Santner cautions New Zealand of big threat in Bhuvneshwar Kumar

While Mohammed Shami is currently focusing on the Ranji Trophy 2026-27, he has not given up hope for a comeback to the Indian side. 

Mohammed Shami is currently focusing on Bengal's Ranji Trophy 2026-27 campaign.

Shami says he can send screenshots of his long spells after fitness issue rumours surfaced.

Mohammed Shami

Uncontracted by BCCI, Shami breaks silence on fitness issue rumours, snub from..

INDW vs ZIMW 3rd T20I: Harmanpreet Kaur was visibly emotional after scoring 91 against Zimbabwe in the third T20I of the series. 

Harmanpreet Kaur scored 91 after walking out to bat in the 8th over.

Harmanpreet got emotional during the innings break interview. 

Harmanpreet Kaur

Emotional Harmanpreet Kaur fights back tears & throws mic after demolishing 91

While New Zealand think tank has plans in place for a hard-hitting Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Shreyas Iyer has ruled out his inclusion in the series opener. 

Iyer has backed openers Abhishek and Samson to continue ahead of Sooryavanshi.

Iyer wants Sooryavanshi to learn on the sidelines. 

Shreyas Iyer, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Iyer rules out Sooryavanshi's inclusion in playing XI for 1st T20I v New Zealand

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Football

Lionel Messi has been honoured with a newly discovered plant species named Salvia Messi, native to Peru, featuring colours inspired by Argentina's football jersey.

Argentine football legend Lionel Messi in this frame. (Getty)

Newly discovered plant named after Lionel Messi - here is why

This Real Madrid star has been banned for four games, including El Clásico vs. FC Barcelona. Why is he suspended? Here is all you need to know. 

The suspension rules him out of Real Madrid’s next four La Liga fixtures

Real Madrid coach is not entertained by the timing of the decision since it was made public only hours before the club’s Champions League fixture

Real Madrid star banned for four games, including El Clasico vs FC Barcelona

Vinicius Jr, Real Madrid

FIFA president has faced another scandal over an undisclosed $1.7M World Cup payment, and here is all you need to know about it. 

FIFA has rejected the characterisation of the payment as a “second salary”

Former FIFA governance committee chairman Miguel Maduro has described the omission as a potential clear contravention of these rules

FIFA president faces another scandal over undisclosed $1.7M World Cup payment; All you need to know

Gianni Infantino, FIFA

FIFA president faces another scandal over undisclosed $1.7M World Cup payment

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

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? 

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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...

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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 

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 team management is looking for a pace-bowling all-rounder to replace Hardik Pandya in ODIs ahead of World Cup 2027 on South Africa soil. 

Hardik hasn't played a T20I since T20 WC'26 final and ODI since Champions Trophy final.

Reportedly, Hardik would need a few months to regain match fitness.

Hardik Pandya

Hardik to miss 2 more ODI & 1 T20I series, comeback game likely in IPL'27:Report

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The Indian cricket team is facing fitness and selection challenges while key player Mohammed Shami's career is closely watched amid media scrutiny before important matches.

Indian team challenges and Mohammad Shami's career outlook

Indian team challenges and Mohammad Shami's career

Mohammed Shami breaks Silence on India snub, fitness rumours

India arrive in New Zealand for a competitive T20 series after four years. The reigning world champions face tough opposition as they look to bounce back from recent losses and prove their dominance in the shortest format.

Gautam Gambhir,Shreyas Iyer

Reputation at stake for Iyer and Gambhir as India take on Kiwis in T20Is

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Mitchell Santner cautions New Zealand of big threat in Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Mitchell Santner cautions New Zealand of big threat in Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Uncontracted by BCCI, Shami breaks silence on fitness issue rumours, snub from..

BCCI president reveals 'fitness, performance' criteria for RO-KO's WC selection

Australia forced to follow-on at 154/4 as South Africa close in on 2nd Test win

Decoding India's report card in T20I series across NZ tours from 2009 to 2022

Emotional Harmanpreet Kaur fights back tears & throws mic after demolishing 91

Iyer rules out Sooryavanshi's inclusion in playing XI for 1st T20I v New Zealand

Uncontracted by BCCI, Shami breaks silence on fitness issue rumours, snub from..

BCCI president reveals 'fitness, performance' criteria for RO-KO's WC selection

Australia forced to follow-on at 154/4 as South Africa close in on 2nd Test win

Decoding India's report card in T20I series across NZ tours from 2009 to 2022

Emotional Harmanpreet Kaur fights back tears & throws mic after demolishing 91

Iyer rules out Sooryavanshi's inclusion in playing XI for 1st T20I v New Zealand

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Mohammed Shami breaks Silence on India snub, fitness rumours

India gear up for tough T20I series in New Zealand after 2-2 draw with West Indi

Temba Bavuma sets new records with his robust 179 against Australia in 2nd Test

Reputation at stake for Iyer and Gambhir as India take on Kiwis in T20Is