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Women's ODI Cup 2025: Alyssa Healy to lead Australia, seven-time champions name squad

Australia has announced its squad for the upcoming ICC Women's Cricket World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, featuring ten players from their victorious 2022 campaign. Phoebe Litchfield and Sophie Molineux are among the fresh faces included. Molineux returns after a knee injury.

Asia Cup 2025: Yuvraj Singh's advice to Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma: 'Don’t repeat my mistake, play this sport too'

Yuvraj Singh is encouraging young cricketers Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma to take up golf, drawing from his own experiences. He believes that incorporating golf into their routine can help them relax, reduce mental fatigue, and ultimately improve their performance on the cricket field.

Molineux set to make return as Australia name squad for Women's ODI World Cup

Sophie Molineux has been named in Australia's 15-player squad for the ODI World Cup in India and Sri Lanka and is expected to be fit in time. Leg-spinner Georgia Wareham has also recovered from the injury that cut short her Hundred campaign.

Daniel Levy steps down as Tottenham chairman after divisive 25-year tenure

Daniel Levy has stepped down as Tottenham Hotspur chairman, the club announced on Thursday, bringing an end to a nearly 25-year tenure marked by financial stability but a lack of major silverware.

Ross Taylor ends retirement to play for Samoa: NZ great's decision explained

Ross Taylor has reversed his retirement to represent Samoa in the 2026 T20 World Cup qualifier. The 41-year-old said he is still fit enough to run around and is keen on boosting the profile of cricket in Samoa.

Asia Cup 2025: Suryakumar, Hardik join coach Gambhir as India squad arrives in Dubai

Asia Cup 2025: India players and head coach Gautam Gambhir arrived in Dubai on Thursday evening. The team will hold its first training session on Friday, five days before their tournament opener against the UAE.

Australia include Sophie Molineux in Women's World Cup squad

Molineux among five players to get picked for the first time in the 50-over Women's World Cup

T20I tri-series: Fakhar Zaman, Abrar Ahmed shine; Pakistan beat UAE to set up final against Afghanistan

Pakistan clinched a spot in the T20I tri-series final, defeating the United Arab Emirates by 31 runs. Fakhar Zaman's impressive unbeaten 77 and Abrar Ahmed's remarkable 4-9 spell led Pakistan's comeback from an early batting collapse to post a competitive total. Their dominant performance secured their place alongside Afghanistan in the upcoming final.

US Open: Aryna Sabalenka beats Jessica Pegula in semi-final, inches closer to huge Serena Williams record

Aryna Sabalenka won against Jessica Pegula in the U.S. Open semifinal. The match score was 4-6, 6-3, 6-4. Sabalenka is one win away from Serena Williams' record. She will face Amanda Anisimova or Naomi Osaka in the final. Sabalenka aims for her third Grand Slam hard court title. She was runner-up at the Australian and French Opens.

Shock comeback! Cricket legend, 41, ends retirement to play for Samoa - 'It's official'

Ross Taylor, the former New Zealand cricket star, is set to make a comeback to the sport after a four-year retirement. He will be representing Samoa, his mother's native country, in the upcoming Twenty20 World Cup qualifying series. Taylor aims to contribute his extensive experience to the team and help Samoa secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup.

CAFA Nations Cup: India qualify for third-place match after Tajikistan vs Iran ends in draw

India secured a CAFA Nations Cup third-place match berth due to their head-to-head record after a 2-2 draw between Tajikistan and Iran. India's earlier 2-1 victory over Tajikistan proved decisive, despite a goalless draw against Afghanistan. They will now compete for third place on September 8, marking an improvement after a previous loss to Afghanistan.

US Open 2025: Yuki Bhambri's dream run ends in semis; British duo rally past Indo-Kiwi pair

Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski of Britain triumphed over India's Yuki Bhambri and Michael Venus in a thrilling US Open semifinal. After dropping the first set, the British pair rallied to win 6(2)-7, 7-6(5), 6-4. Bhambri and Venus, despite a strong tournament run including impressive victories, couldn't maintain their early lead.

Man United exploring post-deadline transfer for Malacia - sources

Man United are still exploring exit routes for Tyrell Malacia, sources have told ESPN, after the defender failed to secure a move away on deadline day.

Lewis Hamilton was 'shocked' by Monza 5-place grid penalty

Lewis Hamilton said he was "shocked" when he found out he would enter this weekend's Italian Grand Prix with a five-place grid penalty.

Max Verstappen won't rule out a future move to Ferrari

Max Verstappen has said its impossible to rule out a future move to Ferrari, even if he is unsure he will race long enough in Formula 1 to get the opportunity.

Connecticut proposal would see state take minority Sun stake

The state of Connecticut is proposing buying a minority stake in the Sun at a valuation higher than the WNBA's current $250 million offer in an effort to keep the team from moving away.

Men's Hockey Asia Cup: Shilanand Lakra answers Craig Fulton's call as India finally click in attack

Shilanand Lakra starred in India's 4-1 win over Malaysia in the Asia Cup.

US Open: Yuki Bhambri's dream run ends with semifinal loss in men's doubles

US Open 2025: India's Yuki Bhambri and his KIwi partner Michael Venus were knocked out in the men's doubles semi-final after a three-set battle against higher-ranked Joe Salisbury and Neil Skupski.

Watch: Lionel Messi in tears, then on target in last match for Argentina at home

Lionel Messi was in tears before finding the back of the net to give Argentina a 1-0 lead against Venezuela in Buenos Aires on Thursday, September 4, in what could be his final World Cup qualifier on home soil.

Aryna Sabalenka powers past Jessica Pegula to reach third consecutive US Open final

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka kept her US Open title defence alive on Thursday, rallying to beat American Jessica Pegula 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 in their semi-final clash. The Belarusian recovered from a shaky opening set in a rematch of last year's final, silencing the partisan Arthur Ashe Stadium crowd before overpowering the fourth seed with 43 winners and eight aces.