India

Abhishek Sharma

Shubman Gill

Suryakumar Yadav (C)

Tilak Varma

Sanju Samson (W)

Shivam Dube

Hardik Pandya

Axar Patel

Kuldeep Yadav

Jasprit Bumrah

Varun Chakaravarthy

Pakistan

Sahibzada Farhan

Saim Ayub

Fakhar Zaman

Salman Agha (C)

Hussain Talat

Mohammad Haris (W)

Mohammad Nawaz

Faheem Ashraf

Shaheen Afridi

Haris Rauf

Abrar Ahmed

Arshdeep Singh

Axar Rajeshbhai Patel

Ayush Badoni

Dhruv Chand Jurel

Hardik Himanshu Pandya

Harshit Pradeep Rana

Jasprit Jasbirsingh Bumrah

Jitesh Mohan Sharma

Rahul Kannaur Lokesh

Mohammed Siraj

Kaki Nitish Kumar Reddy

Muralikrishna Prasidh Krishna

Ravindrasinh Anirudhsinh Jadeja

Rinku Khanchand Singh

Rishabh Rajendra Pant

Rohit Gurunath Sharma

Ruturaj Dashrat Gaikwad

Bhardwaj Sai Sudharsan

Sanju Viswanath Samson

Shreyas Santosh Iyer

Shubman Singh Gill

Suryakumar Ashok Yadav

Namboori Thakur Tilak Varma

Varun Chakaravarthy Vinod

Virat Kohli

Washington Sundar

Yashasvi Bhupendra Kumar Jaiswal

Abdullah Shafique

Abdul Samad

Asif Khan Afridi

Mohammad Babar Azam

Faisal Akram

Hasan Ali

Hasan Nawaz

Haseebullah Khan

Mohammad Hussain Talat

Imam-ul-Haq

Khawaja Muhammad Nafay

Mohammad Haris

Mohammad Rizwan

Mohammad Wasim

Naseem Abbas Shah

Noman Ali

Sajid Khan

Salman Ali Agha

Mohammad Salman Mirza

Saud Shakeel

Shadab Khan

Shaheen Shah Afridi

Shan Masood Khan

Usman Khan

Usman Tariq

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Asia Cup 2025

India's opening batter Abhishek Sharma received the Player of the Match award for his iconic performance against Pakistan in the Super Four clash of the Asia Cup 2025. 

Abhishek Sharma smashed 74 runs against Pakistan.

India beat Pakistan by six wickets. 

: Abhishek Sharma of India (C) celebrates fifty runs with Shubman Gill of India during the match between India and Pakistan at Dubai International Stadium on September 21, 2025 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

WATCH: Abhishek Sharma decodes secret behind 'L' celebration after India's dominating six-wicket win against Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025 Super Four tie

India batting all-rounder Tilak Varma clinched the ‘Impact Player of the Match’ medal for playing an unbeaten match-winning knock against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four tie.

Tilak Varma played an match-winning 30 run knock vs Pakistan. 

India cricketers Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel and Jasprit Bumrah during Impact Player of the Match ceremony

WATCH: Not Abhishek Sharma, this star receives India's ‘Impact Player of the Match’ medal for Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash against Pakistan

India defeated Pakistan by six wickets in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash at Dubai International Stadium in Dubai. 

Danish Kaneria slammed Sahibzada Farhan for his controversial celebration. 

In Picture: Sahibzada Farhan, Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill

'Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma launched a BrahMos...': Ex-Pakistan star slams Sahibzada Farhan for his controversial AK-47 celebration against India

India defeated Pakistan by six wickets in the Super Four clash of the Asia Cup 2025 at Dubai International Stadium in Dubai. 

Fakhar Zaman got out after scoring 15 runs. 

Fakhar Zaman with Mike Hesson

IND vs PAK: After handshake saga, Pakistan management protests over Fakhar Zaman's dismissal against India in Asia Cup 2025 Super Four

Abhishek Sharma's 74 off 39 helped the Suryakumar Yadav-led side to register a one-sided six-wicket win against Pakistan in a Super Four clash of the Asia Cup 2025.

India beat Pakistan by six wickets in Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash. 

India will now face Bangladesh in their second Group Stage clash. 

In Pic: Sunil Gavaskar and Abhishek Sharma along with Shubman Gill

'The pressure was definitely on the Indians...': Sunil Gavaskar's candid take on India's one-sided win against Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025 Super Four

Abhishek Sharma was awarded the Player of the Match award for his 74 off 39 run knock against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash. 

Pakistan's Haris Rauf (3R) speaks with India's Abhishek Sharma (L) as Shubman Gill (2R) watches during the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four

'Didn't like it..I could give medicine to...': Abhishek Sharma explains motivation behind his fierce knock against Pakistan in India's 6-wicket win in Asia Cup Super 4 tie

Abhishek Sharma smashed 74 off 39 as India defeated Pakistan by six wickets in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash in Dubai. 

Abhishek Sharma smashed 74 off 39 vs Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025 Super Four. 

India's Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma bump fists during the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four Twenty20 international cricket match between India and Pakistan at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai on September 21, 2025. 

India's Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma bump fists during the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four Twenty20 international cricket match between India and Pakistan at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai on September 21, 2025.

From hype to hammering: Abhishek Sharma's hard-hitting 74 schools Pakistan as India notch thumping '6'-wicket win to kick off Super 4 campaign in style

Abhishek Sharma smashed a half-century during the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash against Pakistan at Dubai International Stadium in Dubai. 

Abhishek Sharma smashed a maximum to start proceedings vs Pakistan in Super 4.

Abhishek Sharma smashed half-century in Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash. 

Pakistan's Haris Rauf (R) speaks with India's Abhishek Sharma (2L) as Shubman Gill watches during the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four Twenty20 international cricket match between India and Pakistan at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai

WATCH: Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma involve in an on-field verbal spat with Pakistan speedster Haris Rauf during Asia Cup 2025 Super 4 clash

Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif lavished praise on Abhishek Sharma after the batter smashed a six to start proceedings against Pakistan in the Super Four clash of the Asia Cup 2025. 

Mohammad Kaif lavished praise on Abhishek Sharma. 

Abhishek Sharma smashed a six to start proceedings against Pakistan. 

India's Abhishek Sharma plays a shot during the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four Twenty20 international cricket match between India and Pakistan at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai on September 21, 2025. 

India's Abhishek Sharma plays a shot during the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four Twenty20 international cricket match between India and Pakistan at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai on September 21, 2025.

'Abhishek does the impossible...': Asia Cup winner lauds India opener after he smashes six to start proceedings in Super Four against Pakistan

Fakhar Zaman managed to score 15 runs during the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash against India at Dubai International Stadium in Dubai. 

Suryakumar Yadav opt to bowl against Pakistan. 

Fakhar Zaman managed to score 15 runs vs India. 

Fakhar Zaman and Sanju Samson

'Can’t you see the fingers?': Ex-India cricketer issues clarification over Fakhar Zaman's controversial dismissal in IND vs PAK Asia Cup Super 4 match

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WPL 2026

WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants captain Ashleigh Gardner revealed that she told Ayushi Soni that it was a team decision to retire her out.

Ayushi Soni scored 11 runs from 14 balls.

After retiring out Soni, Bharti Fulmali scored an unbeaten 15-ball 36. 

Ayushi Soni

Gujarat Giants batter becomes 1st to be retired out in WPL history, captain says

Harmanpreet Kaur starred with an unbeaten 71 to guide the Mumbai Indians to their highest successful chase in the WPL, leading a thrilling seven-wicket win over the Gujarat Giants. After early setbacks, Harmanpreet and Amanjot Kaur steadied the innings, with Nicola Carey finishing the job, while Harmanpreet also became the first Indian to cross 1,000 WPL runs.


Mumbai Indians defeated Gujarat Giants by 7 wickets.

Harmanpreet Kaur scored 71 runs against Gujarat Giants.

Mumbai Indians (MI) captain Harmanpreet Kaur playing a shot

Harmanpreet Kaur’s 71 leads Mumbai Indians to record WPL chase against GG

Gujarat Giants all-rounder Anushka Sharma is expected to be out for the next few matches after she sustained an injury while fielding against the Delhi Capitals

Anushka Sharma to be out of action for Gujarat Giants

Anushka had sustained an injury during the clash against Delhi Capitals

Gujarat Giants' Anushka Sharma plays a shot during the Women's Premier League (WPL) Twenty20 cricket match between Gujarat Giants and UP Warriorz at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai (via Getty)

Big blow for Gujarat Giants as all-rounder to be out of action due to injury

Grace Harris stole the show with a stunning 85 off just 40 balls as Royal Challengers Bengaluru easily beat UP Warriorz by nine wickets in their Women’s Premier League clash. Chasing 144, Harris raced to the fastest fifty of the season in only 22 balls, hitting 10 fours and five sixes.

RCB defeated UP Warriorz by nine wickets

Grace Harris’ smashed fastest half-century in WPL 2026.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's captain Smriti Mandhana (L) and her teammate Grace Harris run between the wickets

WPL 2026: Grace Harris blasts 85 as RCB crush UP Warriorz by nine wickets

The three matches of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 will likely to be played in closed doors at the DY Patil Stadium because of municipal corporation elections in Navi Mumbai on January 15. Local police have told the BCCI that they will not be able to provide enough security for the Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz match scheduled on election day.


Three WPL 2026 matches will likely to be played without spectators.

WPL 2026 matches will likely to be played without spectators due to local elections.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Smriti Mandhana with WPL Trophy 

Explained: Why some of WPL 2026 matches likely to be played without spectators

American Football

Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah stressed that Minnesota’s long-term goals come before committing to J.J. McCarthy as the franchise quarterback.

Adofo-Mensah refused to guarantee McCarthy’s QB1 status, emphasizing flexibility and playoff ambitions.

The Vikings plan to bring in competition at quarterback after McCarthy’s injury-hit and inconsistent season.

J.J. McCarthy #9 of the Minnesota Vikings warms up prior to the start of the game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on December 21, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah avoids long-term commitment to J.J. McCarthy 

Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti reacted humorously to Mike Tomlin stepping down as Steelers head coach, joking about a wildly unlikely AFC North coaching swap.


Bisciotti praised Tomlin’s long-standing success while dismissing any serious Ravens connection.

Tomlin’s exit leaves the Steelers searching for a new head coach after a heavy playoff loss to the Texans.

Head coach Mike Tomlin of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks on before the game against the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium

Biscotti hilariously discloses condition on hiring Mike Tomlin as Ravens HC

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift were spotted enjoying a low-key dinner date in Los Angeles as they embraced personal moments following a disappointing season for the Kansas City Chiefs.

The engaged couple rang in the New Year privately and were later seen dining in Beverly Hills.

Swift admitted that dating Kelce has positively changed her life, even reshaping the atmosphere at her concerts.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding plans get a glamorous boost with special invite

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift spend quality time in Los Angeles 

Football

Barcelona have reopened talks with Manchester United over Marcus Rashford, pushing for a reduced fee as they eye a permanent move without triggering the €30 million option.


Barcelona want Rashford long term but prefer another loan with an obligation to buy in 2027.

Rashford has openly admitted his desire to stay at Barça after winning his first trophy with the club.

Marcus Rashford marks 28th birthday with a cheeky message amid Barcelona loan stint

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WATCH: Abhishek Sharma decodes secret behind 'L' celebration after India's dominating six-wicket win against Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025 Super Four tie

WATCH: Not Abhishek Sharma, this star receives India's ‘Impact Player of the Match’ medal for Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash against Pakistan

'Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma launched a BrahMos...': Ex-Pakistan star slams Sahibzada Farhan for his controversial AK-47 celebration against India