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Mohammed Kaif Accuses Agarkar of Pressuring Gill into ODI Captaincy, Questions Rohit Sharma's Ouster

Mohammed Kaif criticises India’s selectors for removing Rohit Sharma as ODI captain and accuses Ajit Agarkar of pressurising Shubman Gill into taking over prematurely. Kaif warns that the sudden responsibilities may affect Gill’s batting and urges patience ahead of the 2027 World Cup.

WSL Roundup: Liverpool's Struggles Deepen as Tottenham Continue Ascent; Villa, Leicester Secure Key Results

Liverpool's nightmare start under Gareth Taylor in the Women's Super League continued after they lost 1-0 at newly promoted London City Lionesses.

Russell Victorious in Singapore, McLaren Clinches F1 Constructors' Title Amidst Team Tensions

George Russell beat Max Verstappen to victory at the Singapore Grand Prix, where drama unfolded between title-chasing McLaren teammates Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.

Anisimova Secures China Open Title, Overpowers Noskova in Final Showdown

Third-seeded Amanda Anisimova claimed the China Open with a 6-0, 2-6, 6-2 win over Linda Noskova.

Women's World Cup: India and Pakistan Captains Forego Handshake Amidst Ongoing Tensions

Harmanpreet Kaur and Fatima Sana avoided the pleasantries at the toss in Colombo

Colombo Clash Begins Amid Toss Controversy for India-Pakistan

The decision of the toss was given in favour of Pakistan as skipper Fatima Sana's call was misheard by the match referee and announcer

Vidarbha Triumph in Irani Trophy Despite Dhull and Suthar's Valiant Half-Centuries

Harsh Dubey bagged four wickets on the final day as Vidarbha secured a 93-run win

Rishad Hossain Aims to Sharpen Skills Under Ponting's Guidance in BBL Debut

The Bangladesh legspinner has been granted full NoC from the BCB to feature in the league

Australia A Squad Hit by Food Poisoning in Kanpur; BCCI Downplays Food Quality Concerns Amidst India A Series

BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla clarified the food poisoning incident affecting four Australia A cricketers in Kanpur, hospitalizing Henry Thornton. Shukla attributed the illness to an external infection, dismissing hotel food as the cause, while also citing logistical challenges.

Akshay Wadkar's Captaincy Masterclass Leads Vidarbha to Irani Cup Triumph

Akshay Wadkar, Vidarbha's understated captain, has transformed his young side into a formidable force with his disciplined and calculating approach. His tactical acumen, evident in crucial on-field decisions and DRS calls, has guided Vidarbha to a Ranji Trophy and their third Irani Cup, instilling a fearless mindset that thrives under pressure.

India Dominates Pakistan in Women's World Cup Amidst Tense Moments and Skipped Handshake

India maintained their perfect Women's World Cup record, defeating Pakistan by 88 runs to extend their dominance to 12-0. The intense rivalry spilled onto the field with skipped handshakes, heated exchanges, and a controversial run-out. Deepti Sharma, involved in a clash with Sidra Amin, was ironically named best fielder. India now faces South Africa and Australia next.

Ødegaard Injury Forces Withdrawal From Norway Squad; Arsenal Captain's Fitness Woes Continue

Arsenal confirmed that captain Martin Ødegaard has suffered medial collateral ligament (MCL) injury to his left knee and has withdrawn from the Norway squad.

Springboks Clinch Back-to-Back Rugby Championship Titles After Tense Victory Over Argentina

The Springboks have proved themselves the best in the southern hemisphere once more, retaining the Rugby Championship title in a tight 29-27 tussle over Argentina at Twickenham, London, after coming back from a 13-10 deficit at half-time.

Stats: Haaland on top with 15 goals, Mbappé 20, Kane's record-breaking 11, 250 wins for Guardiola

ESPN brings you the best stats from this weekend's football action.

Barcelona did not know what to do with the ball: Pedri after 1-4 thrashing to Sevilla

FC Barcelona fell to their first loss in the LaLiga on Sunday. Sevilla thrashed Barcelona 4-1 to hand them their biggest loss of the season so far.

Hikaru Nakamura throws away D Gukesh's king: Was it drama or disrespect?

World No.2 Hikaru Nakamura stoked controversy after beating India's D Gukesh in USA's Checkmate tournament. After his win, Hikaru picked up Gukesh's king and threw it into the crowd. Was it disrespectful, or was the drama done to grab eyeballs?

I don't like attitude, arrogance: Mohammed Siraj on staying grounded after fame

Mohammed Siraj reflected on his outlook on life after rising to fame as one of India's premier fast bowlers. The Hyderabad pacer said he has stayed grounded and has not forgotten his humble beginnings.

India must improve: Anjum Chopra points to deeper issues despite Pakistan win

Former India batter Anjum Chopra has called on India to not overvalue their dominant win over Pakistan in the Women's World Cup, warning that unresolved issues, particularly in the batting department, could cost them against stronger teams like South Africa, New Zealand, and Australia. Chopra and skipper Harmanpreet Kaur both highlighted the importance of addressing inconsistencies before facing tougher opponents.

JJ Smit's All-Round Brilliance Propels Namibia to Fourth Straight T20 World Cup

Namibia sealed their place in a fourth consecutive T20 World Cup, securing a dominant 63-run victory over Tanzania in the African qualifier. All-rounder JJ Smit was the star, contributing an unbeaten 61 runs and taking three crucial wickets. Namibia posted 174/6 before restricting Tanzania to 111/8.

Singapore Grand Prix: Norris Acknowledges Verstappen's Championship Threat, Dismisses McLaren Prioritization

Lando Norris believes Max Verstappen is now a "genuine" contender for the world championship.