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Rohit Sharma Celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi with Family in Rare Glimpse of Personal Life

Indian ODI captain Rohit Sharma recently celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi with his family, embracing tradition after stepping away from Test cricket in May 2025. While his Test and T20I careers have concluded, marked by significant achievements including a T20 World Cup win in 2024, Rohit now concentrates solely on ODIs.

Aaryavir Sehwag, 17, Blasts Boundaries in T20 Debut, Echoing Father's Aggressive Style

Aaryavir Sehwag made a striking debut in the 2025 Delhi Premier League with an aggressive 22-run cameo. The 17-year-old reminded fans of his father's flair with his boundary-hitting blitz.

UAE T20I Tri-Series 2025: Pakistan, Afghanistan, and UAE Gear Up for Asia Cup – Full Schedule, Squad Details, and Streaming Info

The UAE T20I Tri-Series 2025, featuring Pakistan, Afghanistan, and UAE, runs from August 29 to September 7 in Sharjah, serving as key preparation for the Asia Cup 2025. Teams aim to fine-tune strategies and assess combinations ahead of the continental tournament.

Yosha Iglesias Makes History: Transgender Chess Player Wins French National Title After Online Abuse

Yosha Iglesias, a 37-year-old chess player, has made history by winning the French Women's Chess Championship, becoming the second transgender player to achieve this feat. Overcoming challenges and online harassment, Iglesias defeated Women's Grand Master Mitra Hejazipour in the final.

Khalid Jamil Takes Charge: Indian Football Faces CAFA Nations Cup Test Amidst Off-Field Turmoil

India vs Tajikistan on August 29, 2025 marks the beginning of the Khalid Jamil era in earnest.

India's Hockey World Cup Hopes Rest on Familiar Faces at Asia Cup

Despite a disappointing outing for the majority of the players at the Pro League, Craig Fulton has picked a tried and trusted squad for the Asia Cup.

'Start dreaming big': Lovlina Borgohain to kids as she shares her struggle-to-success journey

Olympic medalist Lovlina Borgohain encouraged children in India's villages to dream big, regardless of their circumstances. Growing up near a tea garden in Assam, she overcame numerous challenges to win a bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics. Lovlina's journey demonstrated that with belief and perseverance, anyone can achieve their dreams, inspiring countless others to pursue their aspirations.

US Open Day 4: Sabalenka, Alcaraz Cruise; Townsend-Ostapenko Feud Erupts; Raducanu Backs Alcaraz's New Look

Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz advanced at the US Open on Day 4 while Novak Djokovic overcame a slow start to reach the third round. Also on the day in New York, a heated exchange erupted between Taylor Townsend and Jelena Ostapenko. On the sidelines, Daniil Medvedev faced a hefty fine for his on-court outburst.

Ashwin's IPL Exit Sparks Debate: Chopra Questions if Other Indian Stars Will Follow Suit

Ravichandran Ashwin's IPL retirement has sparked discussions about Indian players exploring overseas leagues. Aakash Chopra highlights the financial implications, noting Ashwin's bold move contrasts with the lucrative IPL contracts. While global leagues desire Indian stars, BCCI restrictions pose a challenge.

Duleep Trophy Blackout: Cricket Fans Decry Lack of Live Coverage for Key Domestic Tournament

Indian cricket fans expressed disappointment as the Duleep Trophy, a premier domestic tournament featuring stars like Mohammed Shami and Kuldeep Yadav, lacked live streaming. This edition marks a return to the zonal format and serves as a trial for the 'serious injury replacement substitute' rule.

Olise Transfer War: PSG and Liverpool Challenge Bayern for Star Winger; Tottenham Eye Lookman

Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise is attracting attention from PSG and Liverpool. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

US Open 2025, Day 5, Order of Play: Swiatek, Sinner, Gauff aim for Round 3 berths

US Open 2025: Day 5 promises high-intensity action with top seeds Iga Swiatek, Jannik Sinner, Coco Gauff, and Alexander Zverev headlining the singles schedule.

England's batting line-up will be unbelievable in Ashes: Josh Hazlewood

Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood has described the upcoming Ashes series as one of the biggest tests of his career, as he prepares to take on what he calls a strong England batting line-up.

Neeraj Chopra Aims for Diamond League Glory Before World Championship Challenge

India's javelin ace Neeraj Chopra returns to the Diamond League Final in Zurich, chasing a second Diamond Trophy. With Julian Weber and Anderson Peters in the fray, the meet serves as the perfect prelude to next month's World Championships.

HS Prannoy narrowly misses upset against world No. 2 Anders Antonsen at BWF World Championships

Indian shuttler HS Prannoy narrowly lost to world No. 2 Anders Antonsen at the BWF World Championships in Paris after an intense 90-minute match. Despite holding two match points, Prannoy couldn't secure the win, citing crucial errors and fitness challenges.

'True fans will never do this': Mohammed Shami slams trolls targeting Muslim cricketers, says 'I am not a machine'

Mohammed Shami, despite his stellar record and contributions to Indian cricket, has faced online abuse, particularly after the 2021 T20 World Cup. Shami dismissed the trolls, emphasising his commitment to the team and urging respectful criticism. He also refuted retirement rumours, expressing his determination to return to the national side through domestic cricket.

RCB break 3-month social media silence: Here's what the IPL champions wrote on stampede in title celebrations

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) broke their three-month social media silence to address the tragic stampede outside M Chinnaswamy Stadium in June, which resulted in 11 deaths and 75 injuries. RCB acknowledged their silence stemmed from grief over the incident that occurred during their homecoming celebration after winning their first IPL title.

Watch: Emma Raducanu gives her verdict on Carlos Alcaraz's special buzzcut

Emma Raducanu defended Carlos Alcaraz's new buzzcut at the US Open, saying his confidence makes the style work despite mixed reactions. The Brit also stormed into the third round with a dominant win over Janice Tjen, setting up a clash with Elena Rybakina.

Lionel Messi powers Inter Miami past Orlando City to Leagues Cup final

Lionel Messi delivered another masterclass as Inter Miami stormed into the Leagues Cup final with a 3-1 victory over 10-man Orlando City in Fort Lauderdale on Wednesday night. The Argentine superstar struck twice and provided an assist in a decisive 15-minute spell that turned the semi-final on its head.

Anish Bhanwal dazzles in 25m rapid fire, claims silver in Asian Championships

Anish Bhanwal secured a silver medal in the 25m rapid fire event at the Asian Championships in Shymkent. This is his first silver in the senior category. He narrowly missed gold to China's Lianbofan Su. In the junior event, Sameer Gulia won a bronze medal. Korea's Geonwoo Son secured gold after a shootoff with Kazakhstan.