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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

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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

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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

Zimbabwe Women tour of India, 2026

India tour of New Zealand, 2026

Ranji Trophy, 2026/27

England and Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan, 2026

Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan, 2026

Afghanistan, Zimbabwe and Bangladesh tour of UAE, 2026

Afghanistan and Zimbabwe tour of UAE, 2026

West Indies tour of Bangladesh, 2026

Ireland tour of Namibia, 2026

Hong Kong Sixes, 2026

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Rahmat Shah stormed into record books as he became the first Afghanistani player to break into ICC Test Rankings. Rahmat Shah has jumped to seventh in the latest Test batters' standings

Afghanistan's captain Rahmat Shah surged to seventh spot in ICC's latest Test rankings

With this he became the first-ever Afghanistani player to storm into top 10 ICC Test batters' rankings

Afghanistan's star batter Rahmat Shah in this frame. (Getty)

Rahmat Shah becomes AFG's first-ever to break into top 10 of Test Rankings

Rahmat Shah etches name in history as Afghanistan's first-ever to break into top 10 of ICC Test Rankings

Hardik Pandya reacts to his blockbuster trade to the Punjab Kings. Here is what the former Mumbai Indians player has said. 

Across 162 IPL matches, he has scored 2,955 runs at a strike rate of 146.28 and claimed 82 wickets, establishing himself as one of the league’s most dynamic all-rounders

The swap reflects shifting squad priorities, and it remains to be seen how it benefits the players and the teams

Hardik Pandya’s first reaction as he embraces new chapter at Punjab Kings after stunning swap with Mumbai Indians: ‘My Captain…’

Hardik Pandya, IPL, Punjab Kings

Hardik Pandya’s first reaction as he embraces new chapter at Punjab Kings

Why did Pakistan shift the Sri Lanka Test from Lahore to Rawalpindi? Here is all you need to know. 

This is not the first time air pollution has forced changes to Pakistan’s cricket schedule

The series carries World Test Championship points, adding competitive weight to the fixtures

Why did Pakistan shift Sri Lanka Test from Lahore to Rawalpindi?

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Hardik Pandya has been traded to the Punjab Kings while Mumbai Indians sign Arshdeep Singh in a blockbuster IPL swap trade, and here is all you need to know about it. 

Pandya returns to a new franchise for the third time in his IPL career

For Punjab Kings, acquiring Pandya represents a major boost to their all-round options as the franchise continues its long pursuit of a maiden IPL title

Hardik Pandya traded to Punjab Kings as Mumbai Indians secure Arshdeep Singh

Arshdeep Singh, Hardik Pandya, IPL, Mumbai Indians, Punjab Kings

Official: Hardik Pandya traded to Punjab Kings as Mumbai Indians secure Arshdeep Singh in blockbuster IPL swap

New Zealand have announced a strong squad for India Tests despite injury concerns. Here is all you need to know: who is in and who is out.

New Zealand Cricket stated that the trio “are working through their respective injuries and aiming to be available for the first Test"

Fast bowlers Ben Sears (ankle), Zak Foulkes (hip) and Will O’Rourke (workload management ahead of the subsequent Australia tour) also miss out

New Zealand announce strong squad for India Tests despite injury concerns

New Zealand vs India

New Zealand announce strong squad for India Tests despite injury concerns; who’s in and who’s out?

Others

Second-term hopes hit as PT Usha loses SOM vote. She is now seeking an IOC probe. Here is all you need to know.  

he next round of Executive Council elections is scheduled for 5 December

Eligibility requirements include Indian citizenship, an upper age limit of 70, and good standing

Second term hopes hit as PT Usha loses SOM vote, seeks IOC probe

PT Usha, IOC

PT Usha seeks IOC probe after losing SOM vote; second-term hopes hit

IPL 2026

Axar Patel and Ashutosh Sharma will stay with Delhi Capitals for IPL 2027. DC have closed their trading window on November 10.

Axar Patel may not retain captaincy but he will stay at Delhi Capitals.

Gujarat Titans were rumoured to be Ashutosh Sharma's next destination. 

Axar Patel, Ashutosh Sharma, KL Rahul, Riyan Parag

DC close their trading window, put speculations around Axar, Ashutosh to bed

Delhi Capitals close their trading window, put speculations around Axar Patel, Ashutosh Sharma to bed

After the T20I snub, Suryakumar Yadav is all set to prove his mettle in the Mumbai jersey in the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026. 

Suryakumar Yadav is closing in on 10,000 T20 runs.

Suryakumar will be leading Mumbai in SMAT 2026. 

Suryakumar Yadav

SKY reveals how an honest chat with wife changed his attitude after T20I snub

Suryakumar Yadav reveals how an honest chat with wife changed his attitude after T20I snub disappointment

After the three-wicket defeat to Pakistan, India registered a 70-run win over UAE to advance to U19 Asia Cup 2026 semifinals.

Aaryavir Sehwag reveals he told his father that he would score a big hundred.

India will face Afghanistan in the semifinal match. 

Aaryavir Sehwag

Sehwag Jr's 160, Ishan's 4-fer helps IND storm into U19 Asia Cup semis 

Sehwag Jr's 160, Ishan's 4-fer helps IND storm into U19 Asia Cup semis with 70-run win vs UAE

India tour of New Zealand 2026

IND vs NZ: After missing the three unofficial Test series, Rishabh Pant is expected to regain fitness days before the first Test of the series. 

Rishabh Pant is expected to fly to New Zealand later this week.

Pant missed the India A vs New Zealand A four-day series due to side strain.

Rishabh Pant

Big boost for IND! Pant to travel to NZ after match simulations in next few days

Huge boost for Team India! Rishabh Pant to travel to New Zealand after match simulations in next few days

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Football

Cristiano Ronaldo has retired from international football, ending a legendary career with Portugal marked by goals, trophies, and historic achievements.

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Cristiano Ronaldo's international retirement marks the end of a legendary career

Portugal football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has officially announced his retirement from international football, an illustrious career which spanned for 23 years

Legendary footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has retired from international football

Cristiano Ronaldo dropped the retirement news via a social media post

Portugal football legend Cristiano Ronaldo in this frame. (Getty)

Cristiano Ronaldo announces retirement from international football

Cristiano Ronaldo announces retirement from international football, ending 23-year-long illustrious career

Manchester United won 3-2 against AS Roma with a stunning comeback as fans protested the Glazer family's ownership during the match. The protests showed fans' frustration over a poor season start and club management.

Manchester United agrees €45m deal for Atalanta midfielder

Manchester United fans hit tennis balls onto pitch in protest of Glazer ownershi

Manchester United fans hit tennis balls onto pitch in protest of Glazer ownership 

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr hit as Saudi Pro League postpones matches after Asian Cup delay amd Middle East tensions. Here is all you need to know. 

Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr has been among the clubs most visibly affected

Saudi organisers have insisted preparations for the Asian Cup continue with the same intensity despite the revised timeline

Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr hit as Saudi Pro League postpones matches after Asian Cup delay amid Middle East tensions

Cristiano Ronaldo, Saudi Pro League

Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr hit as Saudi Pro League postpones matches 

Harry Kane has admitted that Virat Kohli’s message on the Ballon d’Or award left the Bayern Munich player star-struck. Here is how Kane acknowledged the Indian cricket legend’s message. 

By naming Kohli in the same breath as Beckham and Brady, Kane underlined the genuine respect he holds for the former India captain

That friendship did not begin overnight. Its roots stretch back almost a decade

‘Sportspeople I really admire’: Bayern Munich star Harry Kane reveals Virat Kohli’s message after winning Ballon d’Or left him star-struck

Harry Kane and Virat Kohli

Kane reveals Kohli’s message after winning Ballon d’Or left him star-struck

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Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc clashed fiercely during the Mexican Grand Prix, nearly colliding early on. Max Verstappen won, while Ferrari's team principal criticized the conflict between the teammates, promising to address the tension.

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Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc HIT OUT at each other over Mexican GP drama

Kimi Antonelli became the youngest F1 world champion in his second season. He is only the third Italian to win the title and was chosen early by Mercedes for his exceptional talent.

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Kimi Antonelli SHATTERS records, becomes youngest F1 world champion in history

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

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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...

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

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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

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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 

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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 

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

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Suryakumar Yadav and his family in New Delhi. A memorable moment was captured when a young guest recited a Ganpati Bhajan for the Prime Minister

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PM Modi meets Suryakumar Yadav, enjoys little guest's Ganpati Bhajan recital

Zimbabwe's Brendan Taylor scored his seventh Test century against Afghanistan, becoming one of the few players in the 21st century to hit a century after age 40

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brendan taylor scores 7th test century against afg

Brendan Taylor creates history with seventh Test century against Afghanistan

A thrilling WBBL encounter between Melbourne Renegades and Hobart Hurricanes ended with a no ball call in the final over, awarding Renegades their first win of the season.

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WBBL Drama - Rare mistake by Hurricanes keeper sees team lose due to no-ball

WBBL Drama - Rare mistake by Hobart Hurricanes keeper sees team lose due to no-ball 

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Hardik Pandya traded to Punjab Kings as Mumbai Indians secure Arshdeep Singh

Hardik Pandya traded to Punjab Kings as Mumbai Indians secure Arshdeep Singh

New Zealand announce strong squad for India Tests despite injury concerns

Hardik Pandya’s first reaction as he embraces new chapter at Punjab Kings

Second term hopes hit as PT Usha loses SOM vote, seeks IOC probe

Rahmat Shah becomes AFG's first-ever to break into top 10 of Test Rankings

Why did Pakistan shift Sri Lanka Test from Lahore to Rawalpindi?

DC close their trading window, put speculations around Axar, Ashutosh to bed

SKY reveals how an honest chat with wife changed his attitude after T20I snub

Sehwag Jr's 160, Ishan's 4-fer helps IND storm into U19 Asia Cup semis

New Zealand announce strong squad for India Tests despite injury concerns

Hardik Pandya’s first reaction as he embraces new chapter at Punjab Kings

Second term hopes hit as PT Usha loses SOM vote, seeks IOC probe

Rahmat Shah becomes AFG's first-ever to break into top 10 of Test Rankings

Why did Pakistan shift Sri Lanka Test from Lahore to Rawalpindi?

DC close their trading window, put speculations around Axar, Ashutosh to bed

SKY reveals how an honest chat with wife changed his attitude after T20I snub

Sehwag Jr's 160, Ishan's 4-fer helps IND storm into U19 Asia Cup semis

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PM Modi meets Suryakumar Yadav, enjoys little guest's Ganpati Bhajan recital

Brendan Taylor creates history with seventh Test century against Afghanistan

Cristiano Ronaldo's international retirement marks the end of a legendary career

Manchester United fans hit tennis balls onto pitch in protest of Glazer ownershi

WBBL Drama - Rare mistake by Hurricanes keeper sees team lose due to no-ball