United States’ Alex Freeman (16) celebrates after scoring his side’s second goal during the World Cup Group D soccer match between the United States and Australia in Seattle, Friday, June 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez) The United States continued their impressive FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a controlled 2-0 victory over Australia at Seattle…
India’s Neeraj Chopra (PTI Photo) Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra’s long-awaited return to competition ended with a fourth-place finish at the Doha Diamond League 2026 on Friday, as Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage continued his remarkable rise by claiming victory in a high-quality field. Making his first appearance in nearly eight months after recovering from…
The second round of Group D fixtures at FIFA World Cup 2026 delivers one of the most intriguing matches of the group stage as co-hosts United States face Australia at Lumen Field in Seattle on Friday, June 19. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 BST, which corresponds to 12:30 AM IST on June 20, and the…
Neeraj Chopra Doha Diamond League Live Updates: Neeraj Chopra’s return to the international stage will be among the biggest storylines at the Doha Diamond League 2026 as India’s star javelin thrower begins his season after overcoming a troublesome back injury. The competition at the Qatar Sports Club on Friday marks his first outing since the…
For nearly two decades, Cristiano Ronaldo has lived with a burden that very few athletes in any sport have had to carry.He has spent most of his career being measured not against his contemporaries, but against his own past. Against the winger who burst through at Manchester United. Against the athlete who leapt higher than…
Cristiano Ronaldo and his sister Katia Aveiro (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: Portugal were expected to begin their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a convincing victory, but things did not go according to plan. Following the disappointing 1-1 draw against DR Congo, several of Cristiano Ronaldo‘s Portugal teammates found themselves at the receiving end…
India’s wicketkeeper Sanju Samson, front centre, being congratulated by head coach Gautam Gambhir (PTI Photo) Former India pacer S Sreesanth has taken aim at head coach Gautam Gambhir, questioning the extent of the former opener’s contribution to India’s recent white-ball success and arguing that players deserve far more credit for the team’s achievements.India have enjoyed…
NEW DELHI: Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi has been cleared to travel to Canada for his country’s World Cup match against Germany despite being under investigation in France for alleged betting-related offenses.The Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) had earlier said the 23-year-old would not be able to travel to Canada, but confirmed on Thursday that the…
Iran football team (Image: X) The Football Federation Islamic Republic of Iran (FFIRI) is preparing to submit a formal complaint to FIFA, alleging that travel restrictions imposed during the FIFA World Cup 2026 have placed the national team at a significant disadvantage compared to other participating nations. Iranian officials believe the measures have disrupted the…
Shivang Kumar was roped in by the Sunrisers Hyderabad after his exploits in the MPL. (ANI) New Delhi: For most young cricketers, the safest route is often the most obvious one. If you’re a talented top-order batter, you keep batting. If you’re a handy left-arm spinner, you keep bowling. Shivang Kumar chose otherwise.The Bundelkhand Bulls…