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‘We can form a woman KL Rahul’: Abhishek Nayar opens up about lack of frontline wicketkeeping option in UP Warriorz ahead of WPL 2026

January 5, 2026 17:23 IST

The franchise has Phoebe Litchfield and 23-year-old Shipra Giri to don the gloves, but Nayar agreed that wicketkeeping was an area of concern for the team, a few days before their season opener against the Gujarat Giants on January 10

‘He’s not Pep Guardiola or Jurgen Klopp’: Wayne Rooney on Ruben Amorim ahead of Manchester United sack

January 5, 2026 16:39 IST

After United's draw with Leeds, Amorim had taken part in a press conference and made comments stating that he came to Manchester United as a manager with full authority and not merely a coach taking orders.

Amorim indicated a breakdown of relations with the club hierarchy in a fiery press conference after United's 1-1 draw at Elland Road on Sunday. (Reuters Photo)

Manchester United sack Ruben Amorim as head coach, Darren Fletcher to take over on interim basis

January 5, 2026 16:37 IST

Manchester United said in its statement that the club felt it is the right time to make the decision to "give the team the best opportunity of the highest possible Premier League finish."

Dwayne Bravo recalled an interesting conversation with MS Dhoni in IPL 2018 that made him go 'wow' on the field. (Sportzpics)

‘Don’t ever dive on my cricket field’: Dwayne Bravo recalls MS Dhoni advice that made him go ‘wow’ in IPL 2018

January 5, 2026 15:59 IST

Bravo also recalled his first interaction with Dhoni on the field and how the trust on his own skills and understanding helped him build an almost instant rapport with the former India captain.

AB de Villiers said Mohammed Siraj is unlucky to miss a spot in the 2026 T20 World Cup. (AP Photo)

‘He’s unlucky’: AB de Villiers reasons why India pacer Mohammed Siraj missed T20 World 2026 spot

January 5, 2026 14:34 IST

AB de Villiers, however, observed that the Indian T20 World Cup-bound bowling attack is well-rounded with a particular emphasis on its strengths in the spin department.

Shreyas Iyer marks his comeback from injury as Mumbai's captain in the VHT.

Shreyas Iyer to captain Mumbai on his comeback from injury in Vijay Hazare Trophy

January 5, 2026 14:08 IST

Iyer will replace the injured Shardul Thakur as the skipper for Mumbai in the remainder of the Vijay Hazare Trophy season.

KKR had bought Mustafizur in the auction ahead of the 2026 season of the IPL in December. (BCCI Photo)

Bangladesh orders indefinite ban on IPL telecast amid Mustafizur Rahman row

January 5, 2026 15:03 IST

Bangladesh's Information and Broadcasting Ministry said that Mustafizur Rahman's ouster from the IPL has "hurt and angered the Bangladesh citizens" because of which there will be no broadcast of the league.

Ashes: Ben Stokes and Marnus Labuschagne were involved in a heated exchange in Sydney on Monday. (Fox Sports screengrab)

‘Should you touch another player? The answer is no’: AUS legends react after Stokes-Labuschagne SCG mid-pitch exchange

January 5, 2026 14:00 IST

Ashes 2025-26: England captain Ben Stokes, however, had the last laugh on the day in Sydney as he proceeded to dismiss Marnus Labuschagne shortly after their heated mid-pitch exchange, caught at gully on 48.

Neeraj Chopra ended his 10-year-long association with JSW Sports on Monday. (PTI Photo)

Neeraj Chopra launches own athlete management firm, ends 10-year association with JSW Sports

January 5, 2026 12:42 IST

The 28-year-old Neeraj Chopra's rise to international stardom has been closely intertwined with JSW Sports since 2016, marking an end to a pivotal athlete-management journeys on Monday.

India (IND U19) vs South Africa (SA U19) 2nd Youth ODI Live: Catch the latest updates from Benoni today.

India vs South Africa U19 2nd ODI: IND win by 8 wickets after Vaibhav Suryavanshi blitz

January 6, 2026 00:47 IST

IND vs SA U19 Cricket Score, India vs South Africa Under 19 2nd ODI Today Match: India had earlier won the first ODI by 25 runs via DLS Method here at the Willowmoore Park.

ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026: India were the first of the 20 teams to unveil their squad for the tournament. (BCCI Photo)

T20 World Cup 2026 Squads: Full player list of all 20 teams; New Zealand, Nepal reveal roster; PAK, WI left among top teams

January 7, 2026 08:46 IST

ICC Men's T20 World Cup Squad 2026: Here is a look at the full squads list of all 20 teams as they approach the May 1 deadline to submit their provisional team lists.

Novak Djokovic has abandoned the PTPA players union ahead of the 2026 Australian Open. (Reuters)

‘My values and approach are no longer aligned’: Novak Djokovic quits PTPA union he co-founded ahead of 2026 season

January 5, 2026 09:27 IST

Tennis: 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic on Monday announced his decision to quit the Professional Tennis Players Association that he co-founded earlier this decade along with Vasek Pospisil.

Joe Root celebrates his 41st Test century in the SCG Ashes Test on Monday. (AP Photo)

STATS: Joe Root narrows Sachin Tendulkar’s lead to under 2000 runs, equals Ricky Ponting with 41st Test century in Sydney

January 5, 2026 08:57 IST

Ashes: Joe Root marked the first international Test ton of 2026, a milestone that drew him level with Australia legend Ricky Ponting at 41 Test centuries, only behind Sachin Tendulkar and Jacques Kallis.

Gabriel, the good old hatchback to the SUV that is William Saliba, is the stone-cold face of Gunners' defence. (Reuters Photo)

Gabriel’s footballing journey: From a shy homesick Brazilian boy to Arsenal’s defensive heartbeat along with William SalibaSubscriber Only

January 5, 2026 08:13 IST

Football: Gabriel's father did not have the means to enrol at an academy, but he somehow knew his son’s football was the route out of poverty. But hurdles abound.

Bangladesh to ICC: Won’t play our T20 WC games in India

Bangladesh to ICC: Won’t play our T20 World Cup games in India

January 5, 2026 09:28 IST

The BCB’s move comes a day after the BCCI asked Kolkata Knight Riders to eject Bangladesh seamer Mustafizur Rahman from its squad for the next IPL season.

British professional boxer Tyson Fury. (Photo: Reuters)

Boxing: Tyson Fury announces latest comeback from retirement

January 5, 2026 00:49 IST

Fury had announced his retirement after losing a rematch with Ukraine's Usyk, who had won by split decision in their first bout to become the undisputed champion.

Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim against Premier League match vs Wolves. (PHOTO: AP)

‘I’m not going to quit, will do my job until…’: Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim

January 5, 2026 00:38 IST

Amorim had looked downbeat on Friday when discussing potential transfers and the Portuguese coach grew visibly irritated when pressed about whether he still had the board's confidence.

Brahim Diaz celebrates his goal for Morocco against Tanzania in the Africa Cup of Nation round of 16 match. (PHOTO: Reuters)

Africa Cup of Nations: Brahim Diaz scores as Morocco advance to quarterfinals, to meet winner of South Africa vs Cameroon

January 5, 2026 00:29 IST

Brahim Diaz scored in Morocco's 1-0 win over Tanzania in Round-of-16 match of the Africa Cup of Nations.

AB de Villiers names Hardik Pandya as India’s ‘pivotal player’ for T20 World Cup defence: ‘The guy who win you games’

January 5, 2026 00:11 IST

Pandya was also influential in India's World Cup win in 2024 in the USA and the Caribbean Islands. He bowled the famous last over against South Africa in the final.

Kris Srikkanth questions Nitish Reddy’s inclusion in Indian team for NZ series: ‘How is he looked at as an all-rounder… teams will smash him everywhere’

January 4, 2026 23:53 IST

Srikkanth suggested that Axar Patel could have been selected instead of Nitish Kumar Reddy.

Alexander Hendrickx scored two goals as Kalinga Lancers started the season with a fine 4-2 win against Ranchi Royals. (Credit: Hockey India League)

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