England turn to Joe Root for a second Test captaincy stint after Ben Stokes' retirement, surprising Harry Brook. Root, England's winningest captain with 27 Test victories, will lead the side against Pakistan starting August 19 under new coach Stephen Fleming.
Tejaswin Shankar made history by winning India’s first Commonwealth Games decathlon bronze in Glasgow, just days after a heartbreaking high jump exit. Battling chronic knee pain, he scored 7,976 points to secure his second CWG medal, overcoming tears to deliver an unforgettable comeback performance.
India dominates Commonwealth Games boxing with five golds, as Arundhati Choudhary tops England's Chantelle Reid 5-0 in the women's 70kg final. Jaismine, Preeti, Sakshi, and Priya also shine, while Jadumani takes silver, capping an unforgettable day for Indian pugilists.
Lionel Messi has returned to Inter Miami training after Argentina's World Cup final run, but his competitive return remains uncertain. Coach Guillermo Hoyos confirmed the captain's availability for Saturday's match against Columbus Crew, though no final decision has been made.
India storms to fourth at CWG 2026 with a record 16-medal haul, led by seven historic boxing golds. The 39-medal total, featuring double podiums in athletics and judo bronze, sets the stage for a thrilling final day in Glasgow.
India's Ankush Panghal staged a stunning comeback from a 5-0 first-round deficit to defeat England's Dimeji Shittu, clinching the men's 80kg gold at the Commonwealth Games. The 22-year-old's victory powered India to its best-ever boxing campaign with seven gold medals.
India's warm-up match ahead of the Sri Lanka Test series has been shortened from four days to three, now set for August 7–9 in Colombo. The two-match WTC series begins August 15 in Galle, with the second Test in Colombo starting August 23.
Michael Vaughan criticizes England's delay in Stephen Fleming's Test coach start, urging immediate integration ahead of Pakistan series. He warns the job's allure is fading, highlighting missing Dhoni-like captaincy and emphasizing preparation details crucial for Ashes success.
Neeraj Chopra reminds athletes that rankings and past results mean nothing until competition day. Medals are decided on the day, not before that, says the Olympic champion, emphasizing preparation, presence, and humility over predictions. His words inspire millions to focus on execution when it truly matters.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino faces mounting pressure as senior adviser Carlos Cordeiro resigns, calling the World Cup stake sale plan a bad deal for football. With UEFA, Concacaf, and AFC opposing the proposal, opposition grows over governance and financial concerns.