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Shashwat Nishant

Shashwat Nishant

Shashwat Nishant

Shashwat Nishant is a sports journalist with a deep passion for covering a variety of sports. His expertise spans football, cricket, tennis, and Formula 1, where he enjoy exploring both the games and the athletes who make them thrilling. His reporting aims to reveal the stories behind the headlines, offering readers a comprehensive look at the sports they follow and the people who shape them. Through in-depth analysis and engaging narratives, he strive to bring the excitement and dedication of the sports world to life.

Shashwat Nishant is a sports journalist with a deep passion for covering a variety of sports. His expertise spans football, cricket, tennis, and Formula 1, where he enjoy exploring both the games and the athletes who make them thrilling. His reporting aims to reveal the stories behind the headlines, offering readers a comprehensive look at the sports they follow and the people who shape them. Through in-depth analysis and engaging narratives, he strive to bring the excitement and dedication of the sports world to life.

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ESP vs ARG: Why WC final is win-win for Barca but nightmare for Real fans?

Very few clubs can say that the World Cup final is guaranteed to strengthen their own story regardless of the result. FC Barcelona is is the lucky one this time

ESP vs ARG: Why WC final is win-win for Barca but nightmare for Real fans?
Updated On : 19 Jul 2026 | 7:30 AM IST

World Cup: England claim bronze in 10-goal thriller as Mbappe makes history

Instead of a dead rubber, Miami witnessed arguably the most entertaining contest of the tournament.

World Cup: England claim bronze in 10-goal thriller as Mbappe makes history
Updated On : 19 Jul 2026 | 7:14 AM IST

World Cup: Lionel Messi needs 2 goals to beat Mbappe in golden boot race

Mbappe's two goals vs England took his overall World Cup tally to 22 goals, moving him past Messi's previous mark of 21 and making him the tournament's all-time leading goalscorer.

World Cup: Lionel Messi needs 2 goals to beat Mbappe in golden boot race
Updated On : 19 Jul 2026 | 6:21 AM IST

France vs England HIGHLIGHTS FIFA WC 3rd place match: ENG beat FRA in 10-goal thriller to win bronze

An end-to-end tie saw a thrilling end to proceedings as England put 6 past France to get the 3rd place on the night.

France vs England HIGHLIGHTS FIFA WC 3rd place match: ENG beat FRA in 10-goal thriller to win bronze
Updated On : 19 Jul 2026 | 5:32 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2026 3rd place playoff: France vs England preview and stats

While neither side would have envisioned competing for bronze before the tournament began, a victory would still provide a positive end to an otherwise impressive World Cup campaign.

FIFA World Cup 2026 3rd place playoff: France vs England preview and stats
Updated On : 18 Jul 2026 | 4:35 PM IST

Can Kylian Mbappe catch Leo Messi? Golden Boot battle goes down to the wire

What initially looked like a straight shootout has now evolved into a fascinating contest involving goals, assists and even minutes played.

Can Kylian Mbappe catch Leo Messi? Golden Boot battle goes down to the wire
Updated On : 18 Jul 2026 | 8:21 AM IST

Lord's ODI won't be Rohit Sharma's last, says BCCI's Devajit Saikia

A day after the reports, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has now publicly rejected claims that Lord's would host Rohit's final international appearance.

Lord's ODI won't be Rohit Sharma's last, says BCCI's Devajit Saikia
Updated On : 18 Jul 2026 | 12:15 AM IST

Messi's magic on the biggest stage leaves little room for the GOAT debate

The remarkable thing about Lionel Messi is no longer that he can produce moments of magic. It is that the football world has come to expect them even when logic suggests otherwise.

Messi's magic on the biggest stage leaves little room for the GOAT debate
Updated On : 17 Jul 2026 | 9:45 AM IST

Rohit's swansong? Lord's ODI could be opener's final India appearance

According to a PTI report, the national selectors have already begun planning for the future, with the 39-year-old no longer considered part of India's long-term roadmap leading into the 2027 ODI WC.

Rohit's swansong? Lord's ODI could be opener's final India appearance
Updated On : 17 Jul 2026 | 6:30 AM IST

From Super 8 to Super 10: ICC's new T20 World Cup 2028 format explained

The tournament, scheduled to be hosted by Australia and New Zealand, will continue to feature 20 teams, but the route to the semi-finals will look completely different.

From Super 8 to Super 10: ICC's new T20 World Cup 2028 format explained
Updated On : 16 Jul 2026 | 12:25 PM IST

ICC ODI World Cup 2027 format explained: Super 7, three-stage competition

The ICC believes the revised format will "enhance consequence, competitiveness and context" by reducing meaningless matches and ensuring teams remain under pressure throughout the tournament.

ICC ODI World Cup 2027 format explained: Super 7, three-stage competition
Updated On : 16 Jul 2026 | 11:55 AM IST

The photo that foretold it: Yamal faces Messi, who 'baptised' him, in final

Almost 19 years ago, Messi quite literally held Yamal in his arms. Now, fate has brought them together with the biggest prize in football at stake.

The photo that foretold it: Yamal faces Messi, who 'baptised' him, in final
Updated On : 16 Jul 2026 | 9:53 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi overtakes Mbappe in golden boot race

With eight goals and four assists, Messi now leads the Golden Boot race, edging France captain Kylian Mbappe, who also has eight goals but only three assists.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi overtakes Mbappe in golden boot race
Updated On : 16 Jul 2026 | 7:02 AM IST

England vs Argentina HIGHLIGHTS FIFA World Cup SF: Messi inspires ARG to the final with late 2-1 win

Goals from Fernandez and Martinez hand Argentina a late 2-1 victory against England to set a final date with Spain.

England vs Argentina HIGHLIGHTS FIFA World Cup SF: Messi inspires ARG to the final with late 2-1 win
Updated On : 16 Jul 2026 | 2:48 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina's rollercoaster road to the semi-final

Lionel Scaloni's side has combined moments of brilliance with remarkable resilience, reaching another World Cup semifinal where England now awaits.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina's rollercoaster road to the semi-final
Updated On : 15 Jul 2026 | 2:30 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2026: England's tricky road to their 4th semi-final

England's toughest test yet came in Miami against a fearless Norway side led by Erling Haaland.

FIFA World Cup 2026: England's tricky road to their 4th semi-final
Updated On : 15 Jul 2026 | 12:59 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2026: European champion Spain's road to the semi-finals

Luis de la Fuente's side has grown stronger with every match in North America, combining defensive solidity with timely attacking contributions from across the squad.

FIFA World Cup 2026: European champion Spain's road to the semi-finals
Updated On : 14 Jul 2026 | 10:52 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2026: France's road to their 3rd straight semi-final

France combined defensive solidity with devastating pace on the counterattack, comfortably progressing to the knockout rounds this year.

FIFA World Cup 2026: France's road to their 3rd straight semi-final
Updated On : 14 Jul 2026 | 1:10 PM IST

England vs Argentina: Football's fiercest rivalry returns at biggest stage

Now, with Lionel Messi leading the defending champions and England searching for their first World Cup final appearance since 1966, another historic encounter awaits.

England vs Argentina: Football's fiercest rivalry returns at biggest stage
Updated On : 13 Jul 2026 | 7:15 AM IST

Sinner defends Wimbledon title, beats Zverev to win fifth Grand Slam

The world No. 1 delivered another clinical display to claim his fifth Grand Slam title and first major since lifting the Wimbledon trophy a year ago.

Sinner defends Wimbledon title, beats Zverev to win fifth Grand Slam
Updated On : 13 Jul 2026 | 3:05 AM IST