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  Vinay Kumar named new Karnataka head coach ahead of upcoming domestic season

  August 14, 2026 7:04 IST

  Former India cricketer Vinay Kumar has been named as the new head coach of Karnataka ahead of the upcoming domestic season. At 42 years old, Vinay Kumar came forward and hoped to give it his all for the side.

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  India opt out of FIFA ASEAN Cup to make way for much-awaited Brazil friendly in Kolkata

  August 13, 2026 23:53 IST

  India have withdrawn from the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup to prioritise their October 3 friendly against Brazil in Kolkata. The AIFF had considered sending a developmental squad but opted out instead.

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  Savita Punia confident India can challenge world's best at Women's Hockey World Cup

  August 13, 2026 17:32 IST

  Savita Punia believes India can challenge the world’s best at the Women’s Hockey World Cup after their Nations Cup triumph. India beat New Zealand 2-0 in the final, with Savita saying the title boosted the team’s morale and belief.

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  Lionel Messi returns to action as substitute for first time since father Jorge's death

  August 13, 2026 16:47 IST

  Lionel Messi returned for Inter Miami after his father Jorge’s death, coming on at half-time in a 3-2 loss to Leon. Messi had attended the funeral in Argentina and recently admitted he was unsure how much longer he would continue playing.

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  Ashleigh Gardner breaks silence after ex-wife's explosive criticism over alleged affair

  August 13, 2026 15:49 IST

  Australia women’s vice-captain Ashleigh Gardner has addressed her marriage breakdown after ex-wife Monica Wright criticised Cricket Australia over the alleged affair with teammate Georgia Voll. CA chief Todd Greenberg backed Gardner and said safeguards would be strengthened.

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  England lift midnight curfew after Ben Stokes' international retirement, Joe Root confirms

  August 13, 2026 15:12 IST

  England have lifted the midnight curfew imposed on their senior men’s teams, with new Test captain Joe Root saying players should take responsibility for their actions. The decision comes after Ben Stokes’ retirement and ahead of the Pakistan Test series.

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  'Stop being a princess' - Australia fan shouts at Steve Smith during first Test vs Bangladesh

  August 13, 2026 13:58 IST

  Steve Smith’s sight-screen delay during the first Test against Bangladesh in Darwin frustrated a fan, who hilariously told him to stop being a “princess”. Smith then scored 71, while Hasan Mahmud claimed 6/55 as Australia were bowled out for 198.

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  Mitchell Starc sets new world record in first Test against Bangladesh in Darwin

  August 13, 2026 13:07 IST

  Mitchell Starc became Test cricket’s leading left-arm wicket-taker after claiming his 434th scalp, surpassing Rangana Herath. Bangladesh, meanwhile, took control in Darwin after bowling Australia out for 198, with Hasan Mahmud claiming 6/55 before the visitors began well with the bat.

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  Australia register lowest Test score vs Bangladesh after Hasan Mahmud claims six in Darwin

  August 13, 2026 12:10 IST

  Bangladesh pacers stunned Australia in Darwin, bowling them out for 198. Hasan Mahmud starred with a career-best 6/55, while Steve Smith made 71. Australia’s total became their lowest-ever Test score against Bangladesh and second-lowest at home in WTC history.

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  How did solar eclipse captivate cricket, football, F1 fans across Europe?

  August 14, 2026 13:05 IST

  A partial solar eclipse captivated cricket, football, athletics and F1 fans across Europe. Spectators watched the rare celestial event from Edgbaston, Salzburg, Birmingham and Madrid, while matches continued as normal despite the dramatic change in the skies.

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  PSG lift back-to-back UEFA Super Cups as Desire Doue's late strike helps Paris beat Aston Villa

  August 13, 2026 10:29 IST

  PSG began the 2026/27 season with silverware after beating Aston Villa 2-1 in the UEFA Super Cup. Desire Doue scored the decisive goal, while Khvicha Kvaratskhelia also netted. Brian Madjo scored on debut as Villa’s youngsters impressed.

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  Taskin Ahmed's funny dance goes viral after dismissing Cameron Green: WATCH

  August 13, 2026 10:31 IST

  Bangladesh pacer Taskin Ahmed’s quirky dance celebration after dismissing Cameron Green went viral during the first Test in Darwin. Bangladesh reduced Australia to 74/4 at lunch, with Hasan Mahmud and Ebadot Hossain also among the wickets.

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  AUS vs BAN 1st Test live streaming details; when and where to watch match in India?

  August 12, 2026 23:58 IST

  Australia and Bangladesh will be playing in a two-match Test series from August 13 onwards. The first match will take place at the Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin, which is hosting only its third Test match. Here are the live streaming details of the match.

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  India-Pakistan match at Asian Games to carry special significance, traditional way not used

  August 12, 2026 23:32 IST

  India and Pakistan are known as two powerhouses, with the Men in Blue enjoying a comfortable lead over their arch rivals. Meanwhile, there is special significance to the probable India-Pakistan matches at the Asian Games, in both the men's and women's formats.

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  PSG vs Aston Villa UEFA Super Cup live streaming; when and where to watch match in India?

  August 12, 2026 23:50 IST

  PSG and Aston Villa will raise the curtain on the upcoming European club season as they lock horns in the UEFA Super Cup in Austria. Ahead of the clash, here are the live streaming details of the annual match.

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  No Neeraj Chopra-Arshad Nadeem clash in Lausanne Diamond League as Pakistani athlete to miss event

  August 12, 2026 20:23 IST

  Arshad Nadeem has opted to skip the Lausanne Diamond League as he looks to prepare for the Asian Games in Japan. He will travel to South Africa to train for the quadrennial Asian event in September.

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  Lionel Messi hints at retirement, shares emotional note on social media after losing father

  August 12, 2026 23:58 IST

  Lionel Messi has admitted that he has doubts about continuing to play football after the death of his father, Jorge. Messi shared an emotional post on social media as he paid tribute to his father.

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  Babar Azam ends near two-year wait in ICC rankings after guiding Pakistan to win over West Indies

  August 12, 2026 17:52 IST

  Babar Azam was among the beneficiaries from Pakistan in the ICC rankings after their win over West Indies in the second Test as they tied the series 1-1. Babar has jumped into the top 10 of the Test batters' rankings after almost two years.

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  Sports Ministry suspends recognition of Table Tennis Federation of India

  August 12, 2026 16:50 IST

  The ministry stated that the reason for suspending recognition of the Table Tennis Federation of India is "governance deficiencies".

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  Sri Lanka finally announce squad for first Test vs India, starting August 15

  August 12, 2026 14:42 IST

  Sri Lanka have announced a 16-member squad for the first Test against India, starting August 15 in Galle. Dhananjaya de Silva will lead the side, with Kamindu Mendis as vice-captain, as India return for their first Test tour in nine years.

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  Rohit Sharma set for television debut with own show

  August 12, 2026 14:02 IST

  Rohit Sharma is set to make his TV debut with The Rohit Sharma Show on Sony Entertainment Television. He joins a long list of cricketers who have appeared on Indian reality shows, including Sreesanth, Sidhu, Kambli, Symonds, Jadeja and Irfan Pathan.

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  Is Litton Das fit to play Bangladesh's first Test vs Australia in Darwin? Najmul Shanto answers

  August 12, 2026 12:27 IST

  Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto has confirmed Litton Das is fit for the first Test against Australia in Darwin. The keeper-batter has been cleared after training at Marrara Stadium, while the bowling attack will be finalised on match morning.

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  Afghanistan set to host India in three-match T20I series in Delhi; check details

  August 12, 2026 11:36 IST

  India will host Afghanistan for a three-match T20I series in Delhi, with all games scheduled at Arun Jaitley Stadium on September 13, 15 and 17. BCCI president Mithun Manhas said the series will further strengthen ties between the two boards.

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  Hazlewood, Lyon return, Webster finds place as Australia announce playing XI for Bangladesh Test

  August 12, 2026 10:44 IST

  Australia have named Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon in the playing XI for the first Test against Bangladesh in Darwin. Beau Webster also features, while Scott Boland misses out as Australia reunite their pace trio of Cummins, Starc and Hazlewood.

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  Abishek Porel's case deferred to September 14 as government seek more time from Calcutta High Court

  August 12, 2026 10:01 IST

  The Calcutta High Court has deferred the hearing of Bengal cricketer Abishek Porel’s case to September 14 after the West Bengal government sought more time for the investigation. Porel was arrested over a medical student’s complaint.

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  Hardik Pandya wants to rejoin Gujarat Titans as captain, franchise rejects: Report

  August 12, 2026 8:02 IST

  Hardik Pandya’s proposed return to Gujarat Titans has reportedly fallen through after the all-rounder sought the captaincy. Gujarat, led by Shubman Gill, rejected the condition, while Pandya’s spokesperson denied any direct approach to the franchise.

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  Andrew Flintoff's son Rocky breaks Somerset's 136-year-old record with blistering show

  August 12, 2026 7:25 IST

  Rocky Flintoff smashed his maiden Lancashire century, hitting 123 off 76 balls against Somerset in the One-Day Cup. At 18 years and 126 days, he became Lancashire’s youngest first-team centurion, breaking Archie MacLaren’s 136-year-old record.

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  Cristiano Ronaldo marries Argentina's Georgina Rodriguez - Everything you need to know

  August 12, 2026 8:45 IST

  Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez have married in a private civil ceremony in Cascais, Portugal. The couple, together since 2016, exchanged vows with their five children present, as Ronaldo prepares for another season with Saudi club Al Nassr.