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Barcelona thrashes Daegu in pre-season friendly match | Gavi, Rashford help Barca win 5-0

Barcelona Vs Daegu highlights: Barcelona Thrashes Daegu: Barcelona continue their pre-season domination with a 5-0 win against Daegu FC on August 4, 2025. Showing no mercy for their opposition in the first half in Daegu, Barcelona rattle the South Korean club by scoring 3 goals. The Blaugrana took the lead through Gavi in the 21st minute before Lewandowski scored another six minutes later. Daegu had a couple of dangerous attacks early on trying to get in behind the Barca defense but were caught by the Blaugrana offside trap. To know more, watch the entire video...

‘Would They Have Walked Off…’ Gambhir Slams Stokes, England Over No Handshakes

India’s coach Gautam Gambhir called out Ben Stokes and the England team for refusing post-match handshakes after a tense game. “Would they have walked off if they’d won?” he asked, questioning the spirit of the game.

RCB Ropes in Tim Seifert as Bethell Departs Amid New IPL Replacement Rule

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have signed New Zealand wicketkeeper-batter Tim Seifert as a replacement for Jacob Bethell, who will depart after their final league game against Sunrisers Hyderabad to join the England team. Seifert joins RCB for ₹2 crore, having scored 1,540 runs in 66 T20Is. A new IPL rule now allows temporary substitutes, though they can't be retained before the next auction. The 2025 IPL was rescheduled due to India-Pakistan tensions, prompting overseas withdrawals. RCB, currently second on the table, aim for a Top 2 finish. The final league match was shifted from Bengaluru to Lucknow due to weather concerns.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 | New Zealand VS South Africa Match Highlights | Semifinal l Cricket

New Zealand defeated South Africa by 50 runs to set up a finale date with India in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Twin centuries by Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson laid a perfect platform for New Zealand to explode in death overs And Glenn Phillips did exactly the same Riding on a collective effort by the trio, and a 37-ball 49 by Daryl Mitchell, New Zealand piled a staggering 362/6 on the board South Africa in response could only muster 312/9 in the 50 overs Mitchell Santner was the key bowler from the New Zealand camp He injected three blows in the middle overs to derail South Africa's chase The Proteas were jolted early as Matt Henry packed Ryan Rickelton for 17(12) inside the powerplay Temba Bauma and Rassie van der Dussen then added 105-run for the second wicket, before Santner produced a match-defining spell He got rid of Bavuma for 56(71) and shortly after cleaned up Van der Dussen for 69(66) The New Zealand skipper then dismissed Heinrich Klaasen for 3(7) David Miller did entertain the fans with his explosive century but his effort was not enough to scale the mountain of runs New Zealand piled Earlier, Williamson and Ravindra added 164 for the second wicket, before Kagiso Rabada removed Ravindra for 108(101) Williamson was dismissed for 102(94), while Phillips blasted an unbeaten 27-ball 49

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 | India VS Australia Match Highlights | Semifinal l Cricket

Virat Kohli executed a perfect batting display in a stiff 265-run chase as India beat Australia by 4 wickets in the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal. Kohli emphasised more on strike rotation in a slow Dubai track and scored 84 off 98 balls, an innings laced with just five 4s. He was involved in a crucial 91-run stand with Shreyas Iyer after India lost Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma inside the first powerplay. Apart from Kohli, no other batters could reach their half-century but a calculated innings by Iyer and later KL Rahul certainly helped India's cause. Iyer scored 45 off 62 balls, while Rahul returned unbeaten on 42 off 34 balls. Hardik Pandya too made massive contribution as he banged three 6s and one 4 in his 24-ball 28, easing some pressure when Australia were sniffing a late comeback. Earlier, the Indian bowlers did an excellent job and folded Australia for 264 in 49.3 overs after they won the toss and opted to bat. Steve Smith dug deep and scored 73 off 96 balls, which was the highest from the Australian camp. Alex Carey also made a significant contribution and knocked 61 off 57 balls. Meanwhile, India's biggest nemesis Travis Head managed 39 off 33 after being dropped by Mohammed Shami in the first over. The Indian quick was the leading wicket-taker from the Indian camp as he returned with three scalps and gave 48 runs in 10 overs. Varun Chakaravarthy and Ravindra Jadeja injected two blows each, while Pandya and Axar picked a wicket each.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 | Afghanistan VS England Match Highlights | Cricket

Afghanistan have knocked England out of the Champions Trophy 2025 with a 8-run win at the Gaddifi Stadium in Lahore on Wednesday (February 26). Azmatullah Omarzai was key for Afghanistan as he took five wickets after contributing with the bat as well in the first innings. Earlier, Afghanistan opener Ibrahim Zadran slammed 177 runs, his highest one-day total, and shared a 103-run partnership with skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi. The duo helped their side post a massive 325 for 7 against a listless England in their Champions Trophy match on Wednesday. Zadran notched up his total off 146 deliveries, while Shahidi struck 40 off 67 balls after Afghanistan were left struggling at 37 for 3 in the ninth over. Zadran also shared a 72-run stand for the fifth wicket with Azmatullah Omarzai (41 off 31 balls) and a 111-run partnership for the sixth wicket with Mohammad Nabi (40 off 24 balls) while building the strong total. Coming to England's bowling, pacer Jofra Archer accounted for the top-order, returning figures of 3/64 in his 10 overs. England made just one change, bringing Jamie Overton in place of injured Brydon Carse, while Afghanistan remained unchanged. Root and Duckett kept England in the hunt with a steady partnership, but Duckett’s dismissal shifted momentum. Brook and Buttler got promising starts but couldn’t convert, allowing Afghanistan to claw their way back. When Root eventually fell, Archer provided a late spark with some boundaries, briefly tilting the game in England’s favor. However, Overton’s rash shot to long-on proved costly. In the end, Farooqi and Azmatullah held their nerve to seal a thrilling win for Afghanistan.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 | New Zealand VS Bangladesh Match Highlights | Cricket

Riding on a century from Rachin Ravindra and a solid fifty from Tom Latham, New Zealand defeated Bangladesh by 5 wickets at the Rawalpindi International Stadium in Pakistan on Monday (February 24). The result has officially knocked out both Pakistan and Bangladesh from the ICC Champions Trophy. There was a glimmer of hope for Bangladesh when they dismissed Will Young and Kane Williamson early in the chase. However, Rachin Ravindra 112 (105) and Tom Latham 55 (76) showed tremendous character to help NZ get close to win. Glenn Phillips in the guided his side over the line with a smart cameo of 21 off 28. Earlier, Michael Bracewell bagged four wickets as New Zealand restricted Bangladesh to a modest 236/9. Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto scored 77 after losing the toss to Mitchell Santner. Bangladesh made a strong start to reach 64/1 in the 12th over but kept losing wickets regularly after New Zealand opted to bowl. Bracewell accounted for Tanzid Hasan (24), Mushfiqur Rahim (2), Mahmudullah (4) and Bangladesh’s last match centurion Towhid Hridoy (7) to return an impactful 10-0-26-4. Jaker Ali did well to make a late 45 whereas the lanky Kiwi pacer William O’Rourke took 2/48.

Sourav Ganguly on India-Pakistan Match & Biopic Starring Rajkummar Rao | EXCLUSIVE | N18 G

In this exclusive interview, former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly opens up about the high-stakes India vs Pakistan match and shares exciting details about his upcoming biopic, where acclaimed actor Rajkummar Rao will step into his shoes. From legendary cricket moments to his thoughts on the film, Ganguly shares it all!

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 | South Africa vs Afghanistan Match Highlights

Riding on Ryan Rickelton's brilliance with the bat and then some clinical bowling from Kagiso Rabada. South Africa beat Afghanistan by 107 runs in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 encounter. Rickelton completed his maiden ODI ton and helped South Africa pile a stiff 315/6 after they won the toss and opted to bat. Rabada's three wickets then helped the Proteas bundle Afghanistan for 208 in 43.3 overs. Rickelton found great support from Temba Bavuma as the duo added 129 runs for the second wicket. Bavuma was dismissed for 58(76), following which Rassie van der Dussen joined the proceedings and hammered 52(46). Aiden Markram also contributed with an equally impactful half-century as the batter returned unbeaten on 52(36). Meanwhile, none of the batters barring Rahmat Shah could resist the Proteas attack from the Afghanistan camp. The team lost both openers - Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran - inside the first powerplay. South Africa then made two more inroads in quick succession and reduced Afghanistan to 50/4 in the 15th over. Then there was a brief 39-run partnership for the fifth wicket before Rabada injected another blow. Marco Jansen then joined the party and pushed Afghanistan further behind, following which Ngidi picked his second wicket. Rahmat was the final batter to be dismissed on 90(92). Afghanistan's spin wizard Rashid Khan failed to grab a single wicket in one of the rarest occasion and conceded 59 runs in 10 overs.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 | india vs Bangladesh Match Highlights

India started the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 campaign on a commanding note. The Men In Blue defeated Bangladesh by six wickets in Dubai on February 20, 2025. Shubman Gill, who is in sensational form, and Mohammed Shami emerged as heroes from the Indian camp . The seasoned fast bowler scalped five wickets, which restricted Bangladesh to 228, while Gill returned unbeaten on 101 off 129 balls.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 | Pakistan vs New Zealand Match Highlights

Will Young and Tom Latham led New Zealand's charge in the ICC Champions Trophy opener against Pakistan as the Black Caps defeated the hosts by 60 runs in Karachi. The duo smashed centuries each to help New Zealand pile a stiff 320/5 on the board after being invited to bat first. Pakistan in response started the chase on a slow note and were bundled out 260 in 47.2 overs. Watch out to know more.

Will Virat and Rohit make it to India's squad for Champions Trophy 2025

The Indian cricket team faced a disappointing 1-3 series loss to Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, shifting focus to white-ball cricket with England's upcoming tour and the 2025 Champions Trophy in February. The 15-member provisional squad for the Champions Trophy is set to be announced by January 12, with changes allowed until February 13. The tournament will begin on February 19. Players in contention for the squad are expected to feature in the ODI series against England, with Jasprit Bumrah being a possible vice-captain under Rohit Sharma. Bumrah's rise may affect the roles of Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul. Arshdeep Singh and Shreyas Iyer, based on domestic performances, are also in the mix. Meanwhile, Harbhajan Singh criticized the "superstar culture" in the team, urging the BCCI to prioritize players' current form over reputation when selecting the squad for future assignments.

IND vs AUS Test: India Stumbles to 185; Bumrah Strikes Late on Day 1

India struggled on Day 1 of the 5th Test against Australia in Sydney, with Jasprit Bumrah dismissing Usman Khawaja for 2 on the final delivery of the day after engaging in a verbal spat with Sam Konstas. Australia ended at 9/1, trailing by 176 runs. Earlier, India were bowled out for 185, with Pat Cummins and Scott Boland dismantling their line-up. Key contributions included Rishabh Pant's 40 and Ravindra Jadeja's 26. Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill briefly steadied the innings but fell cheaply. Bumrah, leading in Rohit Sharma's absence, made tactical changes, including bringing in Prasidh Krishna for Akash Deep.

India vs Australia 4th Test, Day 3 Highlights

Nitish Reddy surely gave India a breather at the ongoing fourth Test against Australia at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Saturday. The all-rounder, who has now become India's leading run-scorer at the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, smashed a stylish ton and stitched an almost perfect rescue act with Washington Sundar. Watch the video to know more.

Ravichandran Ashwin Announces His Retirement From International Cricket

Ravichandran Ashwin announced retirement from international cricket across all formats. Ashwin made the announcement in the post-match presser after the third Test against Australia, which ended in a draw, as he joined skipper Rohit Sharma. Ashwin retires as the second-highest wicket taker for India in Tests. The carrom-ball specialist accounted for 537 wickets in 106 matches, only behind legendary Anil Kumble, who has 619 wickets from 132 appearances. If we look at Ashwin's stats in limited overs, he has 116 ODI and 65 T20I appearances, in which he has scalped 156 and 72 wickets respectively. Ashwin will continue to take part in domestic and franchise leagues. He was roped in by Chennai Super Kings, his former team, for Rs 9.75 crore in the IPL 2025 auction held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia last month. Ashwin's final appearance in international circuit came against Australia during the pink-ball Test at Adelaide, which India lost by 10 wickets. Ashwin was part of India's 2011 World Cup-winning squad and contributed significantly in India's two World Test Championship finals. He also accounted for 11 wickets in the 2014 T20 World Cup, where India lost in the final.

India vs Australia HIGHLIGHTS, 3rd Test Day 4: IND 252/9, trails by 193; India avoids follow on

Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep had an uphill climb at their hands, which was to help India avoid the follow-on. The pair got together when India needed 33 more runs to avoid the follow-on and they did it in the most difficult circumstances. The pair negated the threat of Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Nathan Lyon and added 39 off 52 balls for the final wicket, returning unbeaten at Stumps on Day 4. Bumrah (10*), Akash Deep (27*) will resume proceedings from 252/9 when play resumes on the final day. India are trailing by 193 runs but the effort by the duo have certainly raised India's hopes of saving the match. Earlier, Ravindra Jadeja scored 77, while KL Rahul, for whom this tour has been some sort of redemption, made 84. The all-rounder was removed by Cummins, who also dismissed Nitish Reddy for 16(61). Together the pair added 53 runs for the seventh wicket. Rahul was dismissed by Nathan Lyon, courtesy to an absolute blinder by Steve Smith at slips. Smith had earlier dropped Rahul on the first ball of the day. Rahul and Jadeja added 67 runs for the sixth wicket after Rohit Sharma was dismissed for 10. The Indian skipper and Rahul had resumed the proceedings from the overnight score of 51/4, when India were trailing by 394 runs. #indiavsaustralia #indiavsaustralia2024 #testcricket #teamindia #cricket #bordergavaskartrophy

India vs Australia: 3rd Test Match, Day 3, Brisbane, Key Highlights

India vs Australia 3rd Test Day 3 Highlights: The show is over on Day 3 as India find themselves on backfoot in the ongoing Test against Australia in Brisbane. While rain must have generated mixed reactions, at least for Indian fans, the action on the field completely belonged to the hosts. After posting a gigantic 445 on the board in first innings, the Australian pace battery led by Mitchell Starc didn't take long to make quick injections. He was soon joined by teammate Josh Hazlewood as despite the several rain interruptions India find themselves reeling at 55/4, trailing by 394 runs at Stumps. KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma are batting in the middle, with the former adding 33 out of the total runs India scored. Rohit, on the other hand, is yet to open his account and fans will hope the duo stitch a perfect rescue act when action resumes on Tuesday. India's top-order comprising Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, and Virat Kohli was packed for single-digit scores by Starc and Hazlewood. Things got more difficult as Pat Cummins joined the party and dismissed Rishabh Pant for 9. Earlier, Australia didn't waste much time and looked for boundaries from the word go. The pair of Starc and Alex Carey combined to hit two fours and a six after resuming proceedings from the overnight score of 405/7. Carey in the process also went to complete his half-century but Starc was dismissed for 18 by Jasprit Bumrah, which took his wicket tally to six in the innings. Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep then scalped a wicket each as Australia's first innings was folded at 445. Carey was the final batter to be dismissed for 70.

Ind vs Aus 2nd Test, Day 1 Highlights: Australia push India on backfoot, Kohli Rohit fail to fire

Australia started strong in the 2nd Test at Adelaide, dismissing India for 180 after the visitors chose to bat. Mitchell Starc dominated with six wickets, including dismissing Yashasvi Jaiswal on the first ball. Nitish Reddy's brisk 42 helped India recover slightly after early setbacks, including cheap dismissals of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill got starts but couldn't convert. In response, Jasprit Bumrah removed Usman Khawaja for 13, but Marnus Labuschagne (20*) and Nathan McSweeney (38*) steadied Australia. The hosts ended Day 1 at 86/1, trailing by 94 runs, with a promising partnership building.

India Vs Australia Test Series: India Beat Australia In 1st Test At Perth

India produced an all-round performance in the series opener of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and defeated Australia by 295 runs. Chasing a mammoth 534, Australia could only manage 238 in response. The outcome helped India take a 1-0 lead in the five-match series. The second Test scheduled to start from December 6 in Adelaide, which is a day-night affair. Bumrah, India's stand-in skipper, led the side from front and accounted for eight wickets in both the innings combined. He was brilliantly assisted by Harshit Rana and Mohammed Siraj. All-rounder Nitesh Reddy, who also made his Test debut, made his presence felt in both departments of the game. He amassed a total of 79 runs in both innings combined. With the ball, Reddy removed Mitchell Marsh on 47, his first scalp in Test cricket. India were dismissed for 150 in the first innings, but outplayed Australia in the second. Yashasvi Jaiswal, who was dismissed for a 8-ball duck in the first innings, scored a superb 161 in the second. Together with KL Rahul, Jaiswal added 201 for the opening wicket in the second innings before Rahul got dismissed for 77. Virat Kohli also ended his century drought and scored 100 off 143 balls.

IPL Auction 2025: Rishabh Pant breaks IPL records, Shreyas Iyer sold for Rs 26.75 crore to PBKS

In the IPL auction 2025, Arshdeep Singh saw intense bidding, starting at Rs 2 crore. Initially, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) showed interest, followed by Delhi Capitals (DC) and Gujarat Titans (GT). Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) also joined the contest. Ultimately, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) acquired him for Rs 15.75 crore, but Punjab Kings (PBKS) used the RTM option and secured him for Rs 18 crore. Shreyas Iyer's bidding opened with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS), with KKR later withdrawing. DC entered the fray, and PBKS eventually sealed Iyer for Rs 26.75 crore. Rishabh Pant saw interest from Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), RCB, and SRH. After a heated exchange, LSG secured Pant for a record-breaking Rs 27 crore, making him the most expensive player in IPL history. These high-stakes auctions reflected the growing competition and investment in IPL talent.

IPL: 7 Big Players Set To Miss IPL 2025

With the full IPL auction list now out for the mega event in Saudi Arabia, eyebrows have been raised because of some of the names missing from the roster. Some absences are easily explained, while others are harder to fathom. watch to know more.

Rafael Nadal Retires: 22 Grand Slam Titles and an Unmatched Legacy

Rafael Nadal, one of tennis’ greatest icons, has retired at 38 following Spain’s Davis Cup exit. His illustrious career includes 22 Grand Slam titles, starting with a victorious debut at the 2005 French Open as a teenager. Nadal dominated the French Open, winning it 14 times, including his final major in 2022 after overcoming injuries. His other highlights include a career Grand Slam, record battles with Federer and Djokovic, and iconic comebacks like the 2022 Australian Open victory after a two-set deficit. Known for resilience and passion, Nadal’s retirement marks the end of an era in tennis history.

IPL Auction: 10 most expensive players in the history of IPL auction

The IPL 2025 mega auction is just around the corner and it'll be interesting to see, which players will break the bank this time around. As all ten franchises have already finalized their retention lists, the stage is set for bidding wars that could break previous records. With a relentless drive to lift the prestigious title, the franchises of the cash-rich league are prepared to splurge on the biggest names of the game. As fans eagerly await the action on November 24-25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, let's take a look at the most expensive deals in IPL history.

Meet Neeraj Goyat the Haryana Boxer Who Stunned the World!

Neeraj Goyat took on and defeated Brazil's Whindersson Nunes today ahead of the much-anticipated Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson face-off.

Jake Paul Vs Mike Tyson: How Much Money Boxers Made From The Bout | Total Net Worth

Jake Paul on expected lines humbled 58-year-old Mike Tyson in his boxing return at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Paul, who is a Youtuber-turned-boxer, secured an unanimous decision victory over the former heavyweight champion in a fight, which was mostly lopsided. The 27-year-old dictated the show from the word go apart from the rare jabs connected by Tyson Paul went to secure the bout 80-72, 79-73 and 79-73.

Mike Tyson Vs Jake Paul Match Highlights: Paul defeats Tyson in eight round boxing match

ake Paul beat boxing legend Mike Tyson by unanimous decision to win an intergenerational heavyweight battle in Texas on Friday (November 15) that failed to live up to its enormous hype. The bout between the 27-year-old social media influencer-turned-prizefighter Paul and the 58-year-old former heavyweight champion Tyson was streamed live on Netflix and played out in front of a sold-out crowd at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. Those fans were left largely disappointed as Tyson showed his age and was never able to generate any offense against his younger opponent, landing just 18 punches to Paul's 78. Tyson, who wore a knee brace, never mounted much of a challenge after being wobbled by some left hands in the third round but did enough defensively to avoid taking any serious damage. Tyson, one of the most fearsome heavyweight champions of all time during his heyday in the late 1980s and early 1990s, was in his first professional fight in nearly 20 years. He was non-committal when asked if he would return to the ring again.

Jake Paul defeats MikeTyson in low energy fight | N18G

Jake Paul belted his way to a unanimous decision over Mike Tyson in a ballyhooed heavyweight boxing match on Friday (November 15) in Arlington, Texas. The judges' scorecards after the eight two-minute rounds had the former YouTube star winning 80-72, 79-73, 79-73.

Two of the NBA's top players doing their best to be better than the other | N18G

Two of the NBA's top players doing their best to be better than the other The flurry between LeBron James and Ja Morant had the characteristics of two boxers trading punches with some showmanship added for flair. The two stars from different generations showed why they are the leaders of their teams. Watch out to know more.

New Zealand Defeat India By 113 Runs | Hand India First Home Test Series Defeat Since 2012

India caved against left-arm spinner Mitchell Santner once again as he finished with 13 wickets and New Zealand inflicted a 113-run defeat on the hosts in Pune. In the process, New Zealand won their first-ever series and ended India's home dominance that stretched back to 2012.

Santner's Seven Wicket Haul Puts New Zealand in Command as Lead Extends to 301

Mitchell Santner dominated Day 2 of the second Test, taking seven wickets and restricting India to 156 in their first innings, giving New Zealand a 103-run lead. His stellar 7/53 helped New Zealand close the day at 198/5, with a 301-run advantage. India resumed from 16/1, but Santner quickly dismissed Shubman Gill (30) and Virat Kohli (1), who missed a rare full-toss. Washington Sundar, India’s key bowler, picked four of New Zealand’s five second-innings wickets, continuing his strong form after taking seven on Day 1, where India managed to bowl out New Zealand for 259.

Washington Sundar's Seven Wicket Haul Leaves New Zealand Reeling in Pune Test

In the 2nd Test in Pune, Washington Sundar shone for India, taking a career-best 7 for 59 as New Zealand collapsed for 259 runs. R Ashwin also contributed with three wickets, securing early breakthroughs. India struggled initially, losing Rohit Sharma for a duck, but ended the day at 16/1, trailing by 243 runs. New Zealand opted to bat first after winning the toss, with Rachin Ravindra scoring 65 before Sundar dismantled the Kiwi batting line-up. India made three changes to their XI, while New Zealand replaced Matt Henry with Mitchell Santner. The visitors lead the three-match series 1-0.

IND vs NZ highlights, Day 3, 1st Test India 231 3, trails by 125 runs

India vs New Zealand 1st Test, Day 3 Highlights: The last thing India would have wanted was Virat Kohli getting out on the final delivery of Day 3 in the ongoing Test against New Zealand at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Kohli and Sarfaraz Khan were going strong in the middle and had added 136 runs for the third wicket before Glenn Phillips provided New Zealand with a much needed breakthrough. Phillips removed Kohli for 70 as India finished the day at 231/3, still trailing by 125 runs. Sarfaraz is present in the middle and is batting at 70. He will lead India's fight on Day 4. Earlier, Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal gave India a decent start in the second innings after New Zealand piled a massive 402 on the board, taking a lead of 356 runs. The pair added a 50-plus stand but India lost both openers post Tea. Ajaz Patel injected both blows as Yashasvi was stumped for 35, while Rohit got out at 52. Kohli and Sarfaraz then shouldered the responsibility and completed their respective half-centuries. Meanwhile, Rachin Ravindra scored a sensational ton to put New Zealand in the driver seat. Ravindra was the last Kiwi batter to be dismissed for 134(157). He stitched a century-plus stand with Tim Southee for the 8th wicket, taking the match away from India's grip. This was Ravindra's second Test ton. Mohammed Siraj ended Southee's stay in the middle for 65. India had resumed Day 3 on a strong note with Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah striking early. Siraj removed Daryl Mitchell for 18, who was caught by Yashasvi Jaiswal at gully. Bumrah then got rid of Tom Blundell. Ravindra Jadeja then made two inroads. The pair of Ravindra and Mitchell had started the day from the overnight score of 180/3, when the lead was 134 runs. Day 2 had witnessed an epic collapse as India were skittled for 46, which is the country's third lowest total in Tests. Five Indian batters (Virat Kohli, Sarfaraz Khan, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, and R Ashwin) got out for ducks. The opening day of the match was washed out entirely due to rain.

Pakistan VS England: Pakistan win a home Test after more than 3 years

The biggest talking point ahead of the second Test between Pakistan and England in Multan was the axing of Babar Azam. Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah, too, were dropped, but Babar is the biggest star in Pakistan cricket. Pakistan cricket was in free fall. They came to this Test on the heels of six consecutive defeats under Shan Masood - two of them were against Bangladesh at home. In the first Test against England, they lost after posting a 550-plus total in their first innings. Another defeat, and they would have been starting into the abyss. A defeat after dropping their star players would have exponentially magnified the level of criticism. Pakistan no longer had the licence to fail. The first thing that the home team did was to play on a re-used surface. The Multan ‘highway’ was transformed into a result pitch that would assist the spinners. Pakistan picked three tweakers in their playing XI - two of them, Noman Ali and Sajid Khan, combined to take all 20 England wickets in the game. Sajid returned with 7/111 in the first innings, Noman claimed 8/46 in the second, as he ran through England batting. Zahid Mahmood, the third spinner, only bowled six overs in the game. Sajid, the off-spinner, is 31 years old. But it was only his ninth Test. Noman, 38, played his 16th game at this level. The two complemented each other well, and as the ball started to turn, the England batsmen lost their nerve. Under intense pressure, Pakistan chose horses for courses and it turned out to be a masterstroke.

Germany, Italy Shine as France Triumphs, Turkey Stays on Top in UEFA Nations League Action

Germany secured a spot in the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals with a 1-0 victory over the Netherlands, thanks to Jamie Leweling's debut goal. Despite an early disallowed goal, Leweling scored the winning goal at the 64th minute. Germany finished with 10 points, while theNetherlands, missing Virgil van Dijk, remained on five points with Hungary, who won 2-0 against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Italy topped Group A2 with a 4-1 win over Israel, and France defeated Belgium 2-1, with Randal Kolo Muani netting both goals in the absence of Kylian Mbappe. Turkey also won 4-2 against Iceland to stay atop Group B4.

Arizona's heartbreaking collapse: Texas Tech stuns Wildcats in last-minute showdown in NCAA Football

Arizona's football team suffered a late-game collapse, losing 28-22 to Texas Tech after a strong victory over Utah. Tyler Loop scored five field goals but missed a crucial attempt that could have extended Arizona's lead. Quali Conley’s touchdown briefly gave Arizona a 19-18 lead, but Texas Tech responded with a field goal and a decisive touchdown from Tahj Brooks. Quarterback Noah Fifita threw two interceptions, hampering Arizona's efforts. Despite a strong performance from Tetairoa McMillan, who had 161 receiving yards, the loss dropped Arizona to 3-2 overall and 1-1 in the Big XII, erasing their recent progress.

IND vs BAN: Dazzling Ashwin century reminds India of his value as a batter

By stumps, 144/6 had become 339/6, and Bangladesh had gone from being well on top to staring down the barrel. Since his debut in November 2011, Ravichandran Ashwin has been part of each of the 61 Tests India played at home. But the ones that he’s missed away from home rankle with someone who takes such pride in his performances. Starting the season like this will go a long way to ensuring that he can’t be sidelined once India land in Australia later this year. Watch the video to know more.

Luis Suarez announces international retirement: A 17-year legacy with Uruguay

Uruguay striker Luis Suarez has announced his retirement from international football, ending a remarkable 17-year career with his national team. Suarez, who is Uruguay's all-time top scorer with 69 goals and has 142 caps, will play his final match against Paraguay on September 6 at the Centenario stadium. Known for his crucial role in Uruguay's 2010 World Cup semi-final run and Copa America victory, Suarez's departure marks the end of an era for Uruguayan football.

Neeraj Chopra finishes second at Lausanne Diamond League with Season’s best throw of 89.49m

Neeraj Chopra saves his best for the last as he made a season's best throw of 89.49m to take second place in the men's javelin throw at the Lausanne Diamond League He looked like he was struggling for most of the competition. Anderson Peters finished first with a throw of 90.61m.

Our Fight Isn’t Over Yet, Says Vinesh Phogat Upon Returning to India After Olympic Disqualification

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat arrived at Delhi's IGI Airport from Paris after the Olympics on August 17. She received a grand welcome from her family and supporters. Congress MP Deepender Hooda and others welcomed her at the airport. Phogat had to stay back in Paris after the Olympics concluded, as she had appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport for a joint silver, which was eventually dismissed on August 16.

Indian hockey team goalkeeper PR Sreejesh and Mandeep Singh open up on what helped the team succeed

Indian hockey team’s goalkeeper PR Sreejesh said that he is happy to sign off as an Olympic medallist in his final appearance in Indian colours after his brave saves for the side helped the team claim bronze against Spain at the Paris Olympics. Meanwhile, teammate Mandeep Singh said that the key to India’s success was the belief and trust they have in one another

Neeraj Chopra's Silver Success At Paris Olympics 2024 Places Him Among Elite Indian Athletes

Paris Olympics 2024: Neeraj Chopra secures historic Silver in Javelin throw, joins elite group of Indian Athletes with multiple medals. Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem takes Gold with a 92.97 meters throw, while Anderson Peters of Grenada wins Bronze with an 88.54 meters attempt.

India wins bronze in hockey: Team pays emotional tribute to PR Sreejesh as goalkeeper retires

India defeated Spain 2-1 to win the men's hockey bronze medal in Olympics 2024, earning back-to-back medals at the Olympics for the first time since 1972. It was the final match for Sreejesh who has already announced his retirement.

Indian Hockey Team Wins Back-To-Back Olympic Medals For The First Time Since 1972 | Beats Spain 2-1

In Hockey: India wins bronze medal by defeating Spain 2-1 to win the men's hockey bronze medal. The Indian hockey team earned back-to-back medals at the Olympics for the first time since 1972. It was the final match for Sreejesh who has already announced his retirement and after the match, the entire team paid an emotional tribute to the celebrated Indian hockey team goalkeeper

Mirabai Chanu finishes fourth in Women's 49 kg weightlifting, Sable 11th in men's Steeplechase

Paris Olympics: Mirabai Chanu finishes fourth in Women's 49 kg weightlifting event. India's weightlifting campaign at the Games is now over. Meanwhile, 3000m steeplechase athlete Avinash Sable finished 11th in the Men's 3000m steeplechase final in Paris on Wednesday. #parisolympics2024 #indiaatolympics #weightlifting #steeplechase #indiaatolympics #meerabaichanu #avinashsable

Paris Olympics 2024 | 'Diwali-Like Atmosphere', Says Neeraj Chopra’s Family As He Qualifies for Javelin Finals

Defending champion Neeraj Chopra qualified for the final of Men's javelin throw in the first attempt. His family is elated and has put up special screens in the village for everyone to come and watch the finals. Here's what they have to say

Former badminton player Prakash Padukone reacts after Lakshya Sen’s loss in Olympics bronze match

Speaking on Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen losing the bronze medal match to Malaysia's Zii Jia Lee in Badminton Men's singles at Paris Olympics, former Badminton player Prakash Padukone expressed his disappointment. “I don't think anybody could have done anything more than what the government, sports ministry, SAI, TOPS has done this time,” he said.

India At Paris Olympics 2024: Full schedule of Medal Events And Fixtures On August 05 | Day 10

Catch all the action on Day 10 of the Paris Olympics 2024! Lakshya Sen is set to make history as he aims for India's first badminton medal in the Olympics. Meanwhile, Sreeja Akula, Manika Batra, and Archana Kamath will compete in the table tennis team event. Don’t miss out on the full schedule and fixtures for today's exciting events!

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India at Paris Olympics 2024: Full schedule of medal events, fixtures on July 31

Olympics 2024 News: On July 31, Indian athletes will compete in badminton, shooting, table tennis, archery and boxing events at the Paris Olympics. After a successful shooting day, the focus shifts to badminton as the Indian team, which has won two bronze medals so far, aims for a strong performance. This comes a day after Tanisha Crasto and Ashwini Ponnappa were eliminated from the women's doubles event