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Why did KL Rahul lead India at the toss instead of Shubman Gill?
KL Rahul captained India in their warm-up match against Sri Lanka XI. Shubman Gill sustained a finger injury during a practice session on Thursday. He will miss the first day of the warm-up game as a precaution. The BCCI medical team is monitoring his progress closely. This match serves as final pre
Bumrah told to take a break; selectors urged to recall Shami, Bhuvneshwar
Mohammed Shami impressed for Bengal in the Ranji Trophy last season, taking 37 wickets, while Bhuvneshwar Kumar claimed 28 wickets during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL 2026 title-winning campaign.
Gill suffers finger injury, Rahul leads India on Day 1 of warm-up game vs SLC XI
During practice, Shubman Gill, India’s Test captain, suffered a finger injury, prompting the team to rest him on the first day of the warm-up match for safety. In his stead, KL Rahul is taking charge of the squad. With the Test series looming, there is growing concern about Gill's fitness, and the m
'I was India's 12th man for two years': Ajinkya Rahane reveals
Ajinkya Rahane, who recently announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, scored 5,077 runs in 85 Tests at an average of 38.46, including 12 centuries and 26 half-centuries. He also played 90 ODIs, scoring 2962 runs at an average of 35.26, including 3 hundreds and 24 fifties. He also featured
McCullum backs Root, vows to 'develop' Brook into England's next Test captain
Brendon McCullum endorses the decision to reappoint Joe Root as England's Test captain, expressing confidence in his leadership. He also hints that Harry Brook is destined to take on the captaincy role in the future. Meanwhile, Stephen Fleming has been named the new Test coach, expected to excel in
'A true icon of the game': BCCI pays tribute to Garry Sobers with throwback video
The BCCI honoured Sir Garfield Sobers, a true cricket icon, after his passing. He was remembered as one of the game's greatest all-rounders ever. Sobers left an enduring legacy which will continue to inspire many. Cricket West Indies also posted a heartfelt farewell to the legend. His remarkable car
West Indies cricket legend Garry Sobers dies at 89
Cricket icon Garfield Sobers has passed away at the age of 89. He represented the West Indies in 93 Test matches during his career. Sobers scored 8,032 runs and took 235 wickets in Tests. He famously scored 365 runs in a single Test innings. Sobers also achieved six sixes in one over in first-class
HI launches ethics inquiry against Asunta Lakra; ex-India captain calls notice 'intimidation'
Hockey India's Ethics Committee has started an inquiry into complaints against Asunta Lakra. This follows a Ministry directive for a neutral probe into her allegations. Lakra has been asked to submit her defense by July 30, 2026. She claims the notice is an attempt to intimidate her during the proce
White House sends clear message after calls for FIFA to punish Argentina players over Falklands banner
The White House has defended Argentina players' right to display the controversial Falklands banner after their World Cup semi-final win over England, citing First Amendment protections during a FIFA Task Force briefing. The comments come as FIFA continues reviewing the incident under its disciplina
'Rohit Sharma will continue to represent India; Lord's ODI won't be his last': BCCI
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has dismissed speculation about Rohit Sharma's ODI retirement. He confirmed that Rohit remains a regular member of India's ODI team. Rohit will continue to represent the country as long as he is in the scheme of things. The selectors are assessing all players for the 20
Rishad Hossain stars as Bangladesh thrash Zimbabwe to level T20I series
Bangladesh secured a commanding victory over Zimbabwe by 34 runs. This win leveled the three-match series at one game apiece. Bangladesh displayed an improved performance in all aspects of the game. Zimbabwe players dropped multiple catches, allowing Bangladesh to post 186 runs. Rishad Hossain and M
Revealed: The unique record of Slavko Vinčić, Argentina vs Spain World Cup final referee, with Messi and Yamal’s sides
Slovenian referee Slavko Vinčić has been appointed to officiate the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, marking the biggest match of his career. The experienced official has overseen major European finals and multiple World Cup fixtures. While Argentina have lost their only previo
Will Argentina stars miss World Cup final under FIFA rules? Decision looms over Falklands banner celebration
Argentina’s World Cup final preparations have been overshadowed by a FIFA disciplinary review after players displayed a Falklands-related banner during celebrations after beating England. FIFA is assessing the incident under regulations banning political messages, with possible sanctions ranging fro
Lamine Yamal separated from Spain squad ahead of World Cup final as federation issues update on fitness
Spain have eased concerns over Lamine Yamal's fitness after the teenager trained separately ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final against Argentina. The RFEF and coach Luis de la Fuente insist the session was precautionary, with Pedro Porro also on an individual programme. Both players are expected
SLC breaks silence after Manjot Kalra's arrest, vows zero tolerance for corruption
Sri Lanka Cricket reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy on corruption following an arrest. Former India U-19 star Manjot Kalra faces allegations of corrupt practice during the LPL. The ongoing investigation will not impact the tournament's scheduled continuation. Sri Lanka Cricket pledged full cooper
How long will Argentina vs Spain World Cup final be paused for halftime show? FIFA's full plan revealed
FIFA's plan for a Super Bowl-style halftime show at the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina is expected to extend the interval beyond the usual 15 minutes, reportedly requiring an IFAB exemption. The break will include stage setup, a star-studded performance and pitch restoration, promp
FIFA forced to ask IFAB for one-off rule exception ahead of World Cup final as detailed halftime timings revealed
FIFA's plan for a Super Bowl-style halftime show at the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina is expected to extend the interval beyond the usual 15 minutes, reportedly requiring an IFAB exemption. The break will include stage setup, a star-studded performance and pitch restoration, promp
64-year-old record broken! England vs France rewrite World Cup history
England secured a 6-4 victory over France in a thrilling World Cup third-place playoff. Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick, inspiring England's dominant performance throughout the match. Kylian Mbappe also netted twice, surpassing Lionel Messi's World Cup scoring record. This high-scoring contest marked
Kylian Mbappé dethrones Lionel Messi in Golden Boot race after smashing World Cup goals record
Kylian Mbappé has taken control of the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot race after scoring twice against England in the third-place playoff. Despite France’s 6-4 defeat, the brace lifted him to 10 goals and four assists while breaking Lionel Messi’s all-time World Cup scoring record with 22 goals. Messi n
Declan Rice enters World Cup history books after breaking 90-year-old record with first World Cup goal
Declan Rice made World Cup history by scoring his first tournament goal just 2 minutes and 14 seconds into England's thrilling 6-4 victory over France in the 2026 third-place playoff. The England captain also provided an assist, matching a David Beckham World Cup record while joining several exclusi
'He's not the best': Ex-India coach makes bold Messi claim before WC final
Stephen Constantine believes Lionel Messi is not football's greatest player ever. He ranks Pelé, Maradona, and Ronaldinho above the Argentine star. Constantine suggests Argentina's tactics help Messi conserve energy during matches. He predicts Spain will defeat Argentina in the World Cup final. The
France were 'completely stunned': Kylian Mbappe
England secured the bronze medal in the FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament. They achieved this victory by defeating France with a final score of six to four. Kylian Mbappe acknowledged France's poor first-half performance and praised their second-half fightback. This match marked the end of Didier Desch
Mbappe breaks all-time WC goal record as Saka hat-trick fails France in 10-goal thriller
England emerged victorious in an exhilarating 6-4 clash against France during the third-place playoff. Kylian Mbappé marked his place in history as the World Cup's leading goal scorer. Bukayo Saka showcased his talent by netting a remarkable hat-trick, while Jude Bellingham secured England's bronze
Kylian Mbappé makes World Cup history as Lionel Messi loses two of his most treasured records
Kylian Mbappé made World Cup history despite France's 6-4 defeat to England in the third-place playoff, scoring twice to become the competition's all-time leading goalscorer with 22 goals. The brace also lifted him to the top of the 2026 Golden Boot standings with 10 goals, leaving Lionel Messi need