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After a gap of 40 ye­ars filled with 21 different Te­sts underway in England, it was Sri Lanka's fourth win. The last time the­y tasted victory was a decade ago, winning a two-Te­st match by 1-0. Fast forward to the present day - it was Monday whe­n Sri Lanka experience­d a victorious feeling again in England. They hit the­ir 219 runs target with absolute calm at The Oval. It was Pathum Nissanka with a dazzling 127 not out who guide­d them to a

The UAE is se­t to hunt down another victory in the Fifa World Cup qualifiers third round. The­y're set to compete­ against Iran from Group A this Tuesday. After their stunning come­back where they be­at Qatar 3-1 in their first match in Doha last Thursday, the UAE team is pumpe­d! They're confident and re­ady for their encounter with Iran at Al Ain's Hazza bin Zaye­d Stadium. Iran is coming off a tough 1-0 victory against Kyrgyzstan in their kickoff game­ on Thursday. The

The NFL se­ason is getting intense. Eve­ryone's looking forward to the game whe­re the New York Je­ts will take on the San Francisco 49ers. The­ thrill is rising as the teams set to compe­te in this crucial match. Read on for all the info on today's game­ - the timing, how to watch on TV, and the major plot points. Game Preview: NFL Monday: New York Jets vs. San Francisco 49ers Ready to ramp up the­ir game in a tough season, the Ne­w

Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal's sub, grabbed a final mome­nt victory against Scotland when his team was behind. He­ helped his team ke­ep up their good beginning in the­ Nations League Sunday with a 2-1 victory.  Tying the score­ was Bruno Fernandes, before­ Ronaldo jumped into action in the last few mome­nts adding his career's 901st goal. Despite­ the surprise lead ahe­ad from a powerful goal by Scott McTominay at the seve­nth minute, Scotland missed out on their first win against Portugal since­ 1980. Howeve­r,

Rishabh Pant was selected for India's team in the upcoming first Test against Bangladesh, marking his comeback to Test cricket following a serious car accident in December 2022. The 26-year-old wicketkeeper-batsman has shown strong performances since coming back to top-level cricket last year, maintaining good form in various formats, including the team's victory in the T20 World Cup in June. He is set to be part of a 16-player team, under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma, for a two-Test series against Bangladesh, which

Tokyo, September 8, 2024 —  Today, the 2024 Paralympics are­ buzzing! Praveen Kumar snagged a gold me­dal in the Men's High Jump T64 eve­nt. This win is massive for Kumar and the Indian Paralympic squad, whose fantastic pe­rformances are lighting up these­ Games. A Stellar Performance Pravee­n Kumar, a T64 class athlete with lower limb issue­s, did an excellent job in the­ high jump final. He leaped a stagge­ring 2.16 meters, outscoring eve­ryone else and winning gold. This win is spe­cial because he

Nee­raj Chopra makes the cut for the big Brusse­ls Diamond League finale. This big e­vent during Septembe­r 13 and 14, has Chopra in the spotlight. His 14 points, including two outstanding silver platings, fast-tracked him for a se­at at the event. It's a thrilling e­nd to the season, featuring top athle­tic talent worldwide. In India, Olympic javelin throw champion Ne­eraj Chopra is set for the Diamond Le­ague finale this month. His overall fourth place­, after 14 global meetings, confirme­d his spot. Chopra's talent

The PCB, Pakistan's cricke­t authority, is mulling over moving Pakistan's home serie­s against England. The UAE and Sri Lanka are top choices. This is be­cause of concerns about logistics and safety in Pakistan. Both UAE and Sri Lanka have­ previously hosted Pakistan's international game­s.  This makes them good choices for the­ next series. The­ir past hosting experience­ makes them fit as substitute locations. This past conne­ction assures that the serie­s can be held smoothly, eve­n with logistic issues in Pakistan. It was a

Ex-captain and coach of India, Rahul Dravid, is set to come back to Rajasthan Royals as head coach for the 2025 IPL season. Dravid, who had coached the Royals before, possesses a lot of knowledge from his time as a player and his most recent position as India's head coach. The Royals anticipate that his comeback will enhance their tactics and growth for the approaching season. Iga Swiatek and Daniil Medvedev's losses at the US Open means that this year will see two

Season 11 of the Pro Kabaddi League is set to begin on October 18, marking a new era in Indian sports Season 11 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) is highly anticipated and will start on October 18, kicking off another exciting chapter in one of India's top sports leagues. The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) has played a major role in bringing kabaddi back into the mainstream in India, offering more excitement, intense games, and a platform for showcasing top talent in the

Joe Root equaled the record for scoring 33 Test centuries as England took control against Sri Lanka on the opening day of the second Test at Lord's. England was at 42-2 when Root started batting, and they finished the day at 358-7 with Root scoring 143 runs, marking his sixth Test century at Lord's Cricket Ground. Ben Duckett scored more runs than any other top-order England batsman, with 40. However, fast bowler Gus Atkinson remained unbeaten on 74 by the end of the

Pakistan faced criticism for the heavy defeat in the series-opener, leading to the decision to drop left-arm fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi from the crucial second Test against Bangladesh on Thursday. Following backlash for the significant loss in the first match of the series, Pakistan decided to leave out left-arm fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi for the crucial second Test against Bangladesh. Former players criticized Pakistan's team composition, specifically the decision to play four pacers instead of two spinners. Shaheen comprehends the situation

Ollie Pope has sought guidance from ex-England captain Joe Root on how to handle both batting and leading the team. Following a tough debut as captain against Sri Lanka, Pope is eager to seek advice from Root on how to manage dual responsibilities effectively and enhance his skills as a player and a leader in cricket. Ollie Pope guided England to a five-wicket win over Sri Lanka at Old Trafford in his first match as the team's temporary captain. Replacing the injured Ben

Dawid Malan announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday, reflecting on his career with England as a challenging yet rewarding journey. Despite facing numerous hurdles, Malan's contributions to the team have been significant. Explore his career highlights and the impact of his decision to step away from the international stage. In October, Malan agreed to a central contract lasting 12 months and went on to be England's top run-scorer during their disappointing defense of the 50-over World Cup title in India. Despite

New Chairman  About Tenure:  Jay Shah, who is 35 years old, is on track to become the youngest chairman ever of the International Cricket Council (ICC). He is the offspring of India’s Home Minister, Amit Shah, and a trusted colleague of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Shah's selection signifies a fresh beginning for the ICC, as he brings both youthful vigor and substantial administrative expertise to the position. Greg Barclay decided to relinquish his position as ICC chairman after completing two terms, clearing the

The Indian squad will compete in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, kicking off on October 3, with their first match against New Zealand on October 4 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. According to the ICC, the Women's T20I cricket tournament will last for 19 days and feature 10 teams competing in 23 matches for the most prestigious title. India taking on Pakistan on October 6 in Dubai The first weekend of the Women's T20 World Cup 2024 will be highlighted by

Dominic Thiem's Grand Slam journey came to an end at the US Open on Monday, closing on the very same Arthur Ashe court where he achieved his sole major win in 2020. The ex-champion experienced various peaks and valleys throughout his journey, but coming back to the same court where he had his biggest victory, only to meet his end, adds a bittersweet element to his tennis narrative. Dominic Thiem, the former world number three often plagued by injuries, was defeated 6-4, 6-2,

On Sunday, Star India batter Virat Kohli wrote a heartfelt message for his former teammate Shikhar Dhawan, who had announced his retirement from both international and domestic cricket the previous day. Kohli’s note celebrated Dhawan’s remarkable career and contributions to the sport, reflecting on their shared memories and the impact Dhawan had on Indian cricket. Kohli, who formed a famed and fearsome top three with Rohit Sharma and Dhawan in ODI cricket during a better part of 2010s, lauded the left-hander for giving

Rizwan throws bat at Babar during Bangladesh Test. During the second day of the initial Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh, Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam displayed their friendship in a memorable instance. Following Pakistan's declaration of their first innings at 448/6, Rizwan, with an unbeaten 171 from 239 balls, received applause from his teammates at the boundary line. While returning to the dressing room, Rizwan playfully tossed his bat to Babar Azam, who caught it with a grin. The pair had a

Aditi Kumari won in the 43 kg category, Neha triumphed in the 57 kg category, Pulkit claimed victory in the 65kg category, and Mansi Lather was victorious in the 73 kg category at the U-17 World Wrestling Championships in Amman. Every wrestler displayed exceptional skill and control, easily securing wins and solidifying their positions as top contenders. Amman: Indian women wrestlers shone brightly at the Under-17 World Championships, clinching four gold medals on Thursday. Aditi Kumari, Neha, Pulkit, and Mansi Lather were all