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Soumya Sarkar's Visa Delay Threatens to Sideline Him for Afghanistan T20 Opener

The left-hander returned to the T20I set up as a replacement for the injured Litton Das but his UAE arrival has been delayed

Carlos Alcaraz Withdraws from Shanghai Masters Citing Physical Strain After Japan Open Victory

World number one Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Shanghai Masters due to "physical issues," shortly after clinching the Japan Open title. The 22-year-old Spaniard played through an ankle injury to secure his eighth trophy of the season. Alcaraz announced his decision on Instagram, prioritizing rest and recovery after a grueling schedule, expressing disappointment at missing Chinese fans.

India Gear Up for West Indies Tests; Bumrah, Kuldeep, Axar Given Rest After Asia Cup Win

India started their Test series preparations against West Indies shortly after their Asia Cup triumph. The team focused on managing player workload amid a tight schedule and pitch assessments.

Asia Cup Trophy Dispute: ACC Decision Delayed, Fate Now Lies with Test Nations

The ACC hasn't taken a decision on the Asia Cup trophy dispute, leaving it to the five Test-playing members - India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Afghanistan - to resolve the standoff

BCCI Presses for Asia Cup Trophy as ACC Chief Naqvi Dodges Commitment in Tense Meeting

During an Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting in Dubai, attended by BCCI representatives Rajeev Shukla and Ashish Shelar, ACC chair Mohsin Naqvi avoided committing to handing over the Asia Cup trophy to India. This indicates an unresolved matter concerning the trophy's presentation to the Indian team.

Barcelona-PSG will thrill the whole world, except for Luis Enrique

Seventeen months ago, Luis Enrique showed the world what his PSG were capable of by beating Barcelona, but it was a victory that came at a price.

Revisiting every big transfer from this summer: Should our expectations change?

This summer had its share of blockbuster moves, but how have they panned out so far? Do we need to scale back our expectations of these players -- or expect even more?

BCCI grills PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi over Asia Cup trophy fiasco, to complaint to ICC

The BCCI on Tuesday, September 30, grilled PCB chief and ACC chairman Mohsin Naqvi for his role in the Asia Cup trophy fiasco after the final between India and Pakistan.

FIDE Overhauls Rating System After Nakamura's Tournament Play: How Will Top Grandmasters Like Gukesh Fare? OR Nakamura's Rating Point "Farming" Prompts FIDE Rule Change: Impact on Carlsen, Gukesh, and Other Elite Chess Players.

FIDE is implementing a major rating system change from October 1, removing the 400-point rule for players rated 2650 and above. This reform means top grandmasters will gain minimal points against significantly lower-rated opponents, but face substantial penalties for draws or losses, aiming to curb "rating farming" and encourage competition among peers.

Carlos Alcaraz Dominates Taylor Fritz to Clinch Japan Open Title, Extends Winning Streak

World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz defeated Taylor Fritz to win the Japan Open final. The victory marked his eighth title of the year despite a foot injury scare.

USA Cricket Faces Deeper Crisis: League Director Ousted Amidst Bankruptcy Fears and Governance Row

USA Cricket's troubles escalated as six member leagues voted to remove League Director Anj Balusu, an ally of chairman Venu Pisike. This action has left the board deadlocked at 4-4, potentially stalling critical decisions, including a looming vote on Chapter 7 bankruptcy. The move underscores growing frustration and calls for the current board to step aside for urgent governance reforms.

Abhishek Sharma, Asia Cup MVP, Returns Home to Fanfare and Trophy Teasing

Rising star Abhishek Sharma received a hero's welcome after his scintillating Player of the Tournament performance at the Asia Cup 2025. His explosive 314 runs, including three half-centuries, were crucial as India lifted the trophy. The 25-year-old opener consistently provided rapid starts, cementing his reputation as a top prospect.

Kuldeep Yadav's Coach Reveals Asia Cup Strategy: Channeling Anger into Wickets Against Pakistan's 'School Kid' Team

Kuldeep Yadav's coach, Kapil Dev Pandey, lauded his student's stellar performance in India's Asia Cup 2025 victory over Pakistan. Pandey revealed Kuldeep's disciplined aggression, fueled by past frustration, helped him dismantle Pakistan's "kids" team, as Kuldeep reportedly called them, by focusing on batters' stances and strategic bowling.

Dinesh Karthik joins Sharjah Warriorz ahead of ILT20 Season 4

Sharjah Warriorz have signed veteran Indian wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik for the upcoming ILT20 Season 4, replacing Kusal Mendis. The 40-year-old brings two decades of experience, including T20 World Cup and IPL titles, and recently coached RCB to an IPL 2025 victory.

From being retired out in IPL to India's hero in Asia Cup final vs Pakistan: How Tilak Varma turned a corner

After a painful 'retired out' incident in the 2025 IPL, Tilak Varma received crucial guidance from his childhood coach, Salam Bayash. This mentorship helped him deliver an unbeaten 69 in the Asia Cup final against Pakistan, leading India to victory and fulfilling his determination to win for the team.

Pakistan Names Uncapped Trio Afridi, Nazir, and Akram to Test Squad for South Africa Series

Pakistan's squad for the Test series against South Africa features as many as five spinners

Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona target Atlético's Álvarez

Barcelona have set their sights on signing Atlético Madrid striker Julián Álvarez next summer. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

Mourinho's return to Chelsea serves as reminder of his impact

Now the manager of Benfica and at the twilight of his career, Jose Mourinho returns to Chelsea where his influence is still felt to this day.

Jürgen Klopp on job obsession: 'Been to two weddings in 25 yrs'

Jürgen Klopp has revealed the demanding nature of being a elite-level manager and expressed his shock that Pep Guardiola still found time to play golf.

Arsenal's William Saliba signs new five-year deal at the club

William Saliba has signed a new long-term contract with Arsenal, the club confirmed on Tuesday.