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14 Aug 2026
Dhananjaya de Silva

Why did Sri Lanka turn to Niroshan Dickwella? Captain answers

Sri Lanka will resume their ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 campaign by hosting India in the upcoming two-match Test series.

14 Aug 2026
Delhi Capitals (DC)

Delhi Capitals cricketer Abishek Porel denied bail in rape case

Delhi Capitals (DC) and Bengal cricketer Abishek Porel has been denied bail in a case of alleged rape, blackmail, and other offenses.

14 Aug 2026
Shubman Gill

Sri Lanka vs India: Shubman Gill eyes WTC final berth

Indian captain Shubman Gill has his eyes set on the 2027 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final.

14 Aug 2026
Dinesh Chandimal

Dinesh Chandimal averages 50 versus India in Test cricket: Stats

Sri Lanka and India are set to clash for the 1st Test of the two-match series, starting Saturday, August 15.

14 Aug 2026
Test Cricket

How has Sri Lanka's Prabath Jayasuriya performed in home Tests?

Sri Lanka and India gear up for the 1st Test of the two-match series on Saturday.

14 Aug 2026
Suryakumar Yadav

Three sides Suryakumar Yadav could join in IPL 2027

After a topsy-turvy 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL), Suryakumar Yadav's future with Mumbai Indians (MI) remains uncertain.

14 Aug 2026
Cesc Fabregas

Como make initial approach for Chelsea striker Liam Delap: Details

Cesc Fabregas's Como have expressed interest in signing Liam Delap from Chelsea.

14 Aug 2026
Sunil Gavaskar

A look at India's top five openers in Test cricket

Opening the innings is among the toughest jobs in Test cricket, and India have produced several incredible openers across generations.

Bhaichung Bhutia slams AIFF for FIFA ASEAN Cup snub: Details

Indian football legend Bhaichung Bhutia has criticized the All India Football Federation (AIFF) for opting out of the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup.

14 Aug 2026
Bangladesh Cricket Team

AUS vs BAN: Litton Das records his 3rd duck (Tests)

Bangladesh cricket team batter Litton Das perished for a 12-ball duck on Day 2 of the 1st Test versus hosts Australia on Friday.

14 Aug 2026
Mohammed Siraj

Sri Lanka vs India: Which pacer will accompany Mohammed Siraj?

With Jasprit Bumrah sidelined due to injury, India captain Shubman Gill will have to take a tough decision regarding Mohammed Siraj's partner in the pace attack for the first Test against Sri Lanka, starting August 15.

14 Aug 2026
Bayer Leverkusen

Arsenal open negotiations with Bayer Leverkusen for Jarell Quansah: Details

Arsenal have opened negotiations with Bayer Leverkusen for the transfer of England international Jarell Quansah.

14 Aug 2026
Ajinkya Rahane

Ajinkya Rahane set for commentary stint after retirement: Details here

Former Indian batter Ajinkya Rahane, who recently announced his international retirement, is set to make his debut as a commentator.

14 Aug 2026
FIFA World Cup

Tottenham agree £30 million deal with Inter for Djed Spence

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly agreed a £30 million deal with Inter Milan for the transfer of England defender Djed Spence.

14 Aug 2026
India vs Sri Lanka

1st Test: Can India ace spin challenge in Sri Lanka?

After a month-long break, India are set to face Sri Lanka in the opener of the three-match Test series, starting August 15 at Galle International Stadium.

14 Aug 2026
Bangladesh Cricket Team

Darwin Test, Day 2: Bangladesh claim 153-run lead against Australia

Bangladesh shone for the second successive day, though Australia bounced back, in the ongoing 1st Test at Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin.

VVS Laxman to become BCCI Director of Cricket? Details here

Former Indian cricketer VVS Laxman is set to take on a major role in Indian cricket.

14 Aug 2026
Bangladesh Cricket Team

Darwin Test: Najmul Hossain Shanto slams his seventh half-century

Najmul Hossain Shanto led Bangladesh from the front on Day 2 of the 1st Test against Australia at Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin.

14 Aug 2026
Mitchell Starc

Mitchell Starc surpasses Kapil Dev in Test wickets: Key stats

Australia's Mitchell Starc has added another feather to his cap, surpassing the great Kapil Dev in terms of Test wickets.

14 Aug 2026
Iga Swiatek

Iga Swiatek claims her first title of ongoing season: Stats

Iga Swiatek, the seventh seed from Poland, clinched her first title of the season on Thursday.

14 Aug 2026
Bangladesh Cricket Team

Bangladesh's Tanzid Hasan sets record with Test century against Australia

Bangladesh opener Tanzid Hasan Tamim brought up an incredible ton against Australia in the ongoing 1st Test at Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin.

14 Aug 2026
Mominul Haque

Bangladesh's Mominul Haque breaks this Test record of Tamim Iqbal

Bangladesh's left-handed batter, Mominul Haque, surpassed legendary batter Tamim Iqbal to become the second-highest run-scorer for his country in men's Test cricket.

14 Aug 2026
Premier League

Premier League 2026-27: Five players to watch out for

The 2026-27 Premier League season gets underway on August 21, with 20 clubs beginning another demanding campaign across England's top flight.

14 Aug 2026
ICC T20 World Cup

Which Indian bowler has claimed a hat-trick in T20Is? Details

A hat-trick in Men's Twenty20 International (T20I) cricket is a moment that demands exceptional skill, concentration and a touch of brilliance.

13 Aug 2026
AC Milan

Manchester City's Tijjani Reijnders agrees €61m move to Al-Qadsiah FC

Saudi Arabian football club Al-Qadsiah FC have ageed to sign Tijjani Reijnders from Manchester City.

13 Aug 2026
FA Cup

Leicester City put up for sale after Thai owners' decision

Leicester City, the English football club, have been put up for sale by their Thai owners King Power.

13 Aug 2026
FIFA World Cup

AIFF announces India's withdrawal from FIFA ASEAN Cup: Here's why

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has announced India's withdrawal from the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup.

13 Aug 2026
Ranji Trophy

Vinay Kumar appointed head coach of Karnataka's domestic cricket team

Former Indian cricketer Vinay Kumar has been named the head coach of the Karnataka state cricket team for the upcoming domestic season.

13 Aug 2026
Aston Villa

Youri Tielemans apologizes to Aston Villa fans: Here's why

Youri Tielemans has issued an apology to Aston Villa fans after his controversial comment about moving to a "bigger club" in Manchester United.

13 Aug 2026
Manchester City

What next for Barcelona and Manchester City for Rodri?

Manchester City turned down a fresh £55 million offer from FC Barcelona for midfielder Rodri.

13 Aug 2026
ICC Cricket World Cup

A look at most prolific all-rounders (active)

With the quadrennial ICC ODI World Cup approaching, the stocks of high-quality all-rounders are likely to rise, especially given South Africa's two-paced decks.

13 Aug 2026
Indian Cricket Team

A look at India's top five wins in Test history

India have recorded several memorable wins in the ultimate format over the years.

13 Aug 2026
Harbhajan Singh

'No interest in watching ODIs,' says former spinner Harbhajan Singh

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh has expressed his views on the future of international cricket, particularly One-Day Internationals (ODIs).

13 Aug 2026
Arun Jaitley Stadium

Sony acquires TV rights for Afghanistan-India T20I series: Details here

Sony Sports Network has acquired the television rights for India's upcoming three-match T20I series against Afghanistan.

13 Aug 2026
Australian Cricket Team

Did Australia register their lowest-ever Test score against Bangladesh? Stats

In a stunning turn of events, Australia were bowled out for just 198 on Day 1 of the 1st Test against Bangladesh in Darwin.

13 Aug 2026
Yashasvi Jaiswal

Sri Lanka vs India, 1st Test: Key player matchups

India are set to face Sri Lanka in a two-match Test series, with the opener beginning on August 15.

13 Aug 2026
Ashleigh Gardner

Ashleigh Gardner breaks silence on marriage breakdown, infidelity allegations

Australia women's cricket team's vice-captain Ashleigh Gardner has finally spoken about the emotional turmoil of her marriage breakdown.

13 Aug 2026
Bangladesh Cricket Team

Bangladesh pacers with best innings returns in Tests

Bangladesh pacer Hasan Mahmud decimated Australia on Day 1 of the 1st Test at Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin.

13 Aug 2026
Mitchell Starc

Mitchell Starc becomes most successful left-arm bowler in Test history

Australia's Mitchell Starc has become the most successful left-arm bowler in Test cricket.

13 Aug 2026
Steve Smith

Darwin Test, Day 1: Fearless Bangladesh bowl out Australia

Bangladesh stunned Australia by triggering a collapse on Day 1 of the 1st Test at Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin.

13 Aug 2026
Steve Smith

Steve Smith reaches landmark with his 45th Test half-century

Steve Smith was the lone fighter of Australia's first innings in the ongoing 1st Test against Bangladesh at Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin.

13 Aug 2026
Australian Cricket Team

Darwin Test: Bangladesh pacer Hasan Mahmud's record six-fer stuns Australia

In a historic performance, Bangladesh pacer Hasan Mahmud decimated Australia in the first Test that started on August 13 at Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin.

13 Aug 2026
Manchester City

Chelsea set deadline for Manchester City to sign Enzo Fernandez

Chelsea have given Manchester City a deadline until 5pm on Friday (BST) to make a move for midfielder Enzo Fernandez, as per Sky Sports News.

13 Aug 2026
UEFA Super Cup

PSG beat Aston Villa to win UEFA Super Cup: Stats

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have won the UEFA Super Cup for the second year in a row, beating Aston Villa 2-1 at the Red Bull Arena in Salzburg.

13 Aug 2026
Bruno Fernandes

How did Manchester United and Leeds United fare in Dublin?

Manchester United faced Leeds United in a pre-season friendly at Dublin's Croke Park on Wednesday.

13 Aug 2026
Mikel Arteta

Arsenal held by Como in final pre-season friendly clash: Details

In their final pre-season friendly, Arsenal drew 1-1 with Como at the Emirates Stadium.

13 Aug 2026
Xavi Hernandez

Netherlands appoint Xavi Hernandez as head coach: Details here

Former Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez has been appointed as the new head coach of the Netherlands national football team.

13 Aug 2026
Atletico Madrid

Atletico Madrid agree deal with Tottenham Hotspur for Cristian Romero

Cristian Romero, the Argentine defender who has been linked with a summer exit from Tottenham Hotspur, is set to join Atletico Madrid.

13 Aug 2026
Afghanistan Cricket Team

Afghanistan's Yamin Ahmadzai records his maiden ODI four-fer: Stats

Afghanistan clinched the five-match ODI series against Ireland with a commanding victory in the fourth match.

13 Aug 2026
Curtis Campher

Curtis Campher slams his maiden ODI fifty against Afghanistan: Stats

Afghanistan clinched the five-match ODI series against Ireland with a commanding victory in the fourth match.

13 Aug 2026
Rashid Khan

Rashid Khan delivers yet another match-winning spell versus Ireland (ODIs)

Team Afghanistan has clinched the five-match ODI series against Ireland, winning the third match by 42 runs in Belfast.

12 Aug 2026
Australian Cricket Team

Darwin Test: Australia's bowling quartet set to rewrite history books

Australian captain Pat Cummins has announced the playing XI for their first Test match against Bangladesh.

12 Aug 2026
Afghanistan Cricket Team

Afghanistan beat Ireland in 4th ODI, seal series: Key stats

Afghanistan beat Ireland in the fourth ODI to claim an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series.

12 Aug 2026
Virender Sehwag

This Virender Sehwag record in IND-SL Test matches remains unmatched

As Team India prepares to face Sri Lanka in a two-match Test series, it's time to revisit some of the most impressive individual performances.

12 Aug 2026
Andrew Balbirnie

Andrew Balbirnie becomes third Ireland batter with 10 ODI tons

Ireland batter Andrew Balbirnie brought up his 10th century in ODIs on Wednesday.

12 Aug 2026
Shubman Gill

Five players who can take India's Test legacy forward

India are gearing up for their remaining assignments in the 2025-27 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) cycle.

12 Aug 2026
Afghanistan Cricket Team

Ireland's Byron McDonough bags career-best ODI returns: Key stats

Afghanistan hammered 343/9 in 50 overs against Ireland in the 4th ODI at Civil Service Cricket Club, Belfast.

12 Aug 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo extends condolences to Lionel Messi: Details here

Football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has extended his condolences to rival Lionel Messi after the latter lost his father, Jorge Messi.

12 Aug 2026
Joe Root

Joe Root scraps England team's midnight curfew: What it means

Joe Root, who recently returned as England's Test captain, has scrapped the controversial midnight curfew.

What's the future of 'randomly scheduled' bilateral series?

Sanjog Gupta, the International Cricket Council (ICC) CEO, has said that the era of "randomly scheduled" bilateral series should come to an end.

12 Aug 2026
Afghanistan Cricket Team

Sediqullah Atal scores his second ODI hundred: Key stats

Afghanistan batter Sediqullah Atal celebrated his 25th birthday by scoring his second ODI hundred.

12 Aug 2026
Afghanistan Cricket Team

Afghanistan's Ibrahim Zadran slams his seventh ODI century: Key stats

Afghanistan batter Ibrahim Zadran has raced to his seventh century in ODI cricket.

12 Aug 2026
Dhananjaya de Silva

SL announce squad for 1st Test against India: Key takeaways

Sri Lanka have announced a 16-member squad for the first Test against India, starting August 15, in Galle.

12 Aug 2026
Hardik Pandya

The Hardik Pandya IPL trade saga: All we know

Hardik Pandya, the incumbent captain of Mumbai Indians (MI), has been at the center of IPL trade talks.

12 Aug 2026
Harbhajan Singh

Indian bowlers with best innings figures in Sri Lanka (Tests)

As Team India gears up to take on Sri Lanka in a two-match Test series, it's worth looking back at some of the most dominant performances in this long-standing rivalry.

12 Aug 2026
Rahmanullah Gurbaz

Ibrahim Zadran becomes joint-third-fastest to 2,000 ODI runs: Key stats

Afghanistan's star opener, Ibrahim Zadran, has scripted history by becoming the fastest batter from his country to complete 2,000 ODI runs in terms of innings taken.