Pakistan will take the field in the series with many first-team players engaged in the Big Bash League 2025-26

Sri Lanka vs Pakistan T20 Series

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Vaibhav Suryavanshi, one of the breakout performers of India's Under-19 circuit, has been entrusted with the captaincy for the three-match bilateral ODI series against South Africa

Stokes, relaying his thoughts through the team's internal channel post-match, admitted that the finish felt almost unbearably stretched

Md Siraj led India's bowling attack in Tests in 2025 and emerged as the leading wicket-taker in the format for the side

One of the most controversial moments of Indian cricket in 2025 came during their Asia Cup 2025 campaign when they refused to shake hands with Pakistan

The Battle of the Sexes 2025 exhibition will feature a modified format to create a more competitive contest. Unlike the traditional two-serve system, both players will have only one serve per point

Battle of the Sexes 2025

The live telecast of the Battle of Sexes 2025 match between Sabalenka and Kyrgios will be available on Sony Sports Network in India

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Sources close to the process indicate that AIFF wants to bring stability and uniformity to league operations while strengthening the competitive ecosystem

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Mohamed Salah scored again for Egypt's 10 men as his team reached the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stage, while host Morocco was forced to wait as VAR provided the main talking point on Friday.
Morocco was held 1-1 by Mali in the late Group A game with both teams awarded penalties following VAR decisions. Earlier, Egypt held on to beat South Africa 1-0 and was grateful that another spot kick wasn't given.
Salah, who secured the Pharaohs' opening win with a stoppage-time strike against Zimbabwe on Monday, did it again in Agadir and his penalty before the break secured progression from Group B.
South Africa should arguably have been given a penalty in stoppage time when Yasser Ibrahim blocked a shot with his arm. After a long delay, the referee decided against awarding the spot kick after consulting video replays and Ibrahim sank to the ground in relief.
We didn't have much luck. We also had several refereeing decisions go against us, South Africa coach Hugo Broos said.
Salah ...

Salah Egypt

Morocco was held 1-1 by Mali in the late Group A game, with both teams awarded penalties following VAR decisions

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Patrick Dorgu scored his first goal for Manchester United as his team defeated Newcastle 1-0 in a pulsating Premier League match on Friday.
The 21-year-old Dorgu smashed in a left-foot volley from 15 meters midway through the first half to give United its first home win in four Premier League games, and lift the club above Liverpool into fifth place.
But reigning champion Liverpool is at home to bottom club Wolves on Saturday.
It was a good hit. I didn't know I could do that," a delighted Dorgu said.
United was without talismanic captain Bruno Fernandes while several other first-team players were missing due to injury or Africa Cup of Nations duty.
The new-look side also lined up in an unusual back-four formation but it was a match for Newcastle in an even first half most notable for Dorgu's fine strike, his first in 38 appearances in a red jersey.
United was hampered by the half-time withdrawal of Mason Mount due to injury and Newcastle dominated the early moments of the second 

Manchester United

The 21-year-old Dorgu smashed in a left-foot volley from 15 meters midway through the first half to give United its first home win in four Premier League games

Reigning classical world champion D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi and world No.1 Magnus Carlsen were among the leaders after the first five rounds on the opening day of the FIDE World Rapid Championships here on Thursday.
The trio shared the top spot on 4.5 points alongside Maxime Vachier-Lagrave and Vladislav Artemiev.
Carlsen was in great form on day one winning the four games easily but he was held to a draw in the fifth and final round by Erigaisi late on Friday as both ended up on 4.5 points.
In the Queen's Gambit Declined, the Norwegian and the young Indian GM went for a line which quickly transitioned into an equal queen and rook endgame. Carlsen did push hard for victory but eventually reached a rook ending where he had had two extra f and h pawns.
This theoretically drawn position requires precision from the weaker side which Erigaisi demonstrated, denying Carlsen the perfect score on the opening day.
After an unimpressive showing in the Global Chess League in Mumbai recently, .

D Gukesh, Gukesh

The trio shared the top spot on 4.5 points alongside Maxime Vachier-Lagrave and Vladislav Artemiev

The disagreement stemmed from the expiry of the Master Rights Agreement (MRA) between AIFF and its former commercial partner

Savita, who lost the final of HIL 2025 with Soorma Hockey Club, said the team is hungrier than before to cross that final hurdle and lift the trophy in HIL 2026

Savita Punia

City Football Group, which owns several top clubs worldwide including English Premier League giants Manchester City, has pulled out of its association with Mumbai City FC amid uncertainty over the future of the Indian Super League, according to sources.
The City group acquired a 65 per cent stake in Mumbai City FC in 2019. Mumbai City FC are one of the most successful teams in the history of ISL, winning four titles, which includes two League Winners Shields and two ISL Cups.
"Mumbai City FC have bought over the shares of City Football Group," a reliable source privy to the development told PTI without elaborating.
With the latest development, Mumbai City FC's ownership may return to Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor and businessman Bimal Parekh.

The City group acquired a 65 per cent stake in Mumbai City FC in 2019

From the season of firsts for teams to nations losing a footballing gem, the rollercoaster football calendar year was something different for the fans.

Chelsea Win First Edition of the New FIFA Club World Cup

The proposal was submitted to AIFF and the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports on the final day of the deadline given to clubs to outline a consortium-led framework

The day began with uncertainty as Messi's charter flight from Mumbai was delayed due to adverse weather conditions

Lionel Messi, right, with his Inter Miami teammates Rodrigo De Paul, left, and Luis Suarez during an event as part of the 'GOAT India Tour 2025', at Arun Jaitley Stadium, in New Delhi

In an interesting situation, the current top three in the WTC 2025-27 points table are the winners of all three editions of the World Test Championship

ICC WTC 2025-27 Points Table

England, with their win in Melbourne, have finally snapped their 18-match winless streak in Tests on Australian soil

Still from Australia vs England 4th Test in Melbourne

Renuka Singh Thakur and Deepti Sharma dazzled with the ball before Shafali Verma's pyrotechnics powered India to a commanding eight-wicket victory over Sri Lanka, clinching the five-match series in the third women's T20I here on Friday.
With the win, India have taken an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series, underlining their complete dominance over the visitors. The contest followed a familiar script, with India first restricting Sri Lanka to a modest total before overhauling the target with consummate ease.
Renuka (4/21) marked her return to the side in scintillating fashion, while Deepti became the joint-highest wicket-taker in women's T20Is as India limited Sri Lanka to a paltry 112 for seven.
Shafali, who blazed away to an unbeaten 79 off 42 balls, was at her imperious best as she single-handedly dismantled the chase, powering India home with 40 balls to spare.
Playing her first T20I since December last year, Renuka did what she does best with the new ball, rattling t

Shafali Verma

Renuka (4/21) marked her return to the side in scintillating fashion, while Deepti became the joint-highest wicket-taker in women's T20Is as India limited Sri Lanka to a paltry 112 for seven

With the New Zealand ODI series starting January 11, Iyer's participation hinges entirely on his CoE assessment reports

Shreyas Iyer

The partnership was formally unveiled at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad in the presence of senior leadership from both organisations

The partnership was formally unveiled at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad

The deal covers all major men's and women's ICC tournaments from 2026 to 2027, kicking off with the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka.

ICC and AB InBev brand collaboration

Birla Estates' partnership with the Gujarat Titans reflects the company's focus on connecting with India's youth and fostering shared experiences beyond real estate.

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Months after RCB's first IPL crown, Diageo plans to sell both the men's and women's teams. Strategic reasons, valuation, and timeline explained.

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