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Colombo Test: India still on top despite Sri Lanka's resilience
Sri Lanka staged a valiant fightback on the third day of the second Test against India in Colombo.
Will legend Roger Federer return to ATP Tour? He answers
Tennis legend Roger Federer is set to make his long-awaited return to the US Open.
Anaya Bangar gets Cricket Australia clearance after gender transition
Anaya Bangar, a former Mumbai Under-19 cricketer who underwent gender-affirming surgery in March, has been cleared to participate in female Community Cricket in Australia.
Sonal Dinusha slams third successive 80-plus score vs India (Tests)
Sonal Dinusha, a young Sri Lankan all-rounder, has been a major challenge for the Indian team in the ongoing Test series.
Three Ranji teams for UP: Gen Z cricketers' peculiar demands
A group of young cricketers and their parents staged a protest at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow on Sunday.
East Zone thrash North East Zone in Duleep Trophy quarter-final
In a one-sided display, East Zone thrashed North East Zone by an innings and 210 runs in the 2026 Duleep Trophy quarter-final in Bengaluru.
Sri Lankan spinner Prabath Jayasuriya sanctioned for this reason
Sri Lankan spinner Prabath Jayasuriya has been reprimanded and given one demerit point for violating the ICC Code of Conduct.
Duleep Trophy: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi claims two wickets in an over
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the 15-year-old vice-captain of East Zone, made a stunning comeback with the ball after a disappointing batting performance in the Duleep Trophy quarter-final.
SL's Pasindu Sooriyabandara slams 80 in his second Test: Stats
Pasindu Sooriyabandara has been the lone warrior for Sri Lanka in the ongoing second Test against India in Colombo.
Can Team India still reach WTC final? Rahul Dravid opines
Former Indian cricket team head coach, Rahul Dravid, believes that the Men in Blue still have a shot at making it to the World Test Championship (WTC) final.
Is Rishabh Pant the most destructive number-five in Test history?
Rishabh Pant, the dashing Indian wicketkeeper-batter, has been on song in the ongoing two-Test series against Sri Lanka.
Colombo Test: Yashasvi Jaiswal grabs stunner to dismiss Lahiru Udara
Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons in the ongoing second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
Kamindu Mendis races past 1,500 Test runs: Key stats
Sri Lankan batting ace Kamindu Mendis has completed the milestone of 1,500 Test runs.
Listing batters with most Test sixes away from home
Rishabh Pant has broken another record in Test cricket, surpassing Australian legend Adam Gilchrist to become the third-highest six-hitter in the format.
Unusual! Pakistan women's team plays T20s against men's side
In an unusual move, the Pakistan women's cricket team has played T20 matches against a men's side to prepare for the upcoming Women's Asia Cup.
Vaughan wants severe punishment for misbehavior amid Carse's nightclub controversey
Former England cricket captain Michael Vaughan has called for a severe punishment to deter misbehavior in the team.
SL-IND, 2nd Test: Will rain play part on Day 3?
Team India is in a strong position in the second Test match against Sri Lanka. However, the weather could play a major role on Day 3 in Colombo.
Carlos Alcaraz gears up for US Open after injury layoff
Carlos Alcaraz, the Spanish tennis sensation and reigning US Open champion, has opened up about his long-awaited return to competitive tennis.
Harry Brook averages 84.72 against Pakistan in Tests: Stats
England batter Harry Brook fell short of a century in the 1st Test against Pakistan at Headingley.
Joe Root averages 53.04 at Lord's in Tests: Key stats
England are set to face Pakistan in the second Test at Lord's, the Home of Cricket.
Reliving England's Test record at Home of Cricket
England are set to face Pakistan in the second Test at Lord's, the Home of Cricket.
Argentina eliminate India from 2026 FIH World Cup: Key details
Team India has been knocked out of the 2026 FIH World Cup after a 3-5 defeat against Argentina.
Brydon Carse withdrawn from Pakistan Test; nightclub incident sparks investigation
Fast bowler Brydon Carse has been withdrawn from England's squad for the second Test against Pakistan.
IPL 2027: 3 teams which can target Ben Stokes
Despite announcing his retirement from international cricket, England all-rounder Ben Stokes remains a hot commodity in franchise cricket.
Rishabh Pant breaks this record of legendary MS Dhoni
Rishabh Pant has become India's highest run-scorer among designated wicket-keepers in away Tests, including neutral venues.
'My grandfather was..': Dhruv Jurel on his Colombo century celebrations
Indian batter Dhruv Jurel celebrated his second Test century with a special tattoo reveal.
Asitha Fernando shines vs India, claims four-fers in successive Tests
India declared their first innings at a commanding 503 for nine on Day 2 of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
2nd Test: SL face daunting task after India's massive declaration
Team India has declared its first innings at a massive 503 /9 against Sri Lanka in the ongoing second and final Test match at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) ground in Colombo.
Ibrahim Zadran set to lead Afghanistan in India T20I series
Ibrahim Zadran is set to lead Afghanistan in their upcoming three-match T20I series against India.
BCCI seeks new Junior Cricket Committee: Why it matters
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is looking to give its new Junior Cricket Committee a wider mandate.
Usain Bolt's 100m record broken! Not by a human
A Chinese humanoid robot has broken the men's 100-meter world record held by Jamaican sprinting legend Usain Bolt.
Pakistan have won their last two Lord's Tests: Stats
Pakistan's cricket team is in dire straits after a disappointing performance in the opening Test against England at Headingley.
Dhruv Jurel hammers his second Test hundred: Key stats
Wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel has raced to his second Test in Test cricket.
Rohit Sharma invests in gaming studio LightFury Games: Details here
Star Indian batter Rohit Sharma has invested in gaming studio LightFury Games. He will also be an officially licensed player in their upcoming cricket game, 'eCricket.'
Roger Federer to return at US Open: All we know
Swiss tennis legend Roger Federer is set to make a grand return at the US Open, four years after his retirement.
South Africa suffer major blow ahead of Namibia T20I tri-series
South African middle-order batter, Jason Smith, has been ruled out of the upcoming T20I tri-series in Namibia.
ICC punishes Yashasvi Jaiswal, Asitha Fernando for 'inappropriate physical contact'
In a major development, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has sanctioned Indian batter Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sri Lankan bowler Asitha Fernando.
Diego Maradona's 'Hand of God' football sold for $3.3m
The iconic football that Diego Maradona used to score his legendary 'hand of God' goal at the 1986 World Cup has been sold for a whopping £2.5 million ($3.3 million).
Rishabh Pant surpasses Gilchrist, becomes wicket-keeper with most Test sixes
Rishabh Pant has surpassed former Australian player Adam Gilchrist to become the wicket-keeper with the most sixes in Test cricket.
'This India will fight': Yashasvi Jaiswal on clash with Fernando
Yashasvi Jaiswal has finally spoken about his fiery exchange with Sri Lankan pacer Asitha Fernando during the second Test match in Colombo.
Evergreen Mitchell Starc's prime after turning 35 is historic (Tests)
Mitchell Starc, Australia's veteran left-arm pacer, has once again proved that age is just a number.
SL-IND, 2nd Test: Rain may play spoilsport on Day 2
The second day of the second Test between India and Sri Lanka at Colombo's Sinhalese Sports Club could be marred by rain.
Indian number-three batters with multiple Test centuries in Sri Lanka
Devdutt Padikkal has been in sensational form in the ongoing Test series against Sri Lanka, scoring a century on Day 1 of the second Test match in Colombo.
ECB launches investigation into Brydon Carse's handcuff video: Details
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has launched an investigation into a video showing fast bowler Brydon Carse in handcuffs.
Pat Cummins reveals strategy for South Africa ODIs
Australia's Test and ODI captain Pat Cummins has revealed his strategy for the upcoming series against South Africa.
Premier League, Liverpool hold Newcastle United in 2-2 thriller: Stats
Liverpool salvaged a dramatic 2-2 draw against Newcastle United at St James's Park, thanks to a last-minute penalty by Dominik Szoboszlai.
Formula 1, Lando Norris wins 2026 Dutch Grand Prix: Stats
McLaren's Lando Norris has clinched victory at the Dutch Grand Prix.
Premier League 2026-27, Manchester City stun Bournemouth 2-1: Key stats
Manchester City staged a remarkable comeback to beat Bournemouth 2-1 in their opening match of the Premier League 2026-27 season.
Premier League, Brighton humiliate Unai Emery's Aston Villa 4-0: Stats
Aston Villa suffered a humiliating 4-0 defeat against Brighton in a nightmare start to the Premier League 2026-27 season on Sunday.
Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal in talks to sign Arsenal's Gabriel Martinelli
Saudi Arabian football club Al-Hilal are reportedly interested in signing Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli.
Harry Kane voted Germany's 2025/26 Men's Footballer of the Year
Bayern Munich's Harry Kane has been awarded the 'Men's Player of the Year' in Germany.
Decoding Mitchell Starc's 10-wicket match hauls in Test cricket
Mitchell Starc's exceptional bowling performance helped Australia secure a crushing innings and 51-run victory over Bangladesh in the second Test at Mackay on August 23.