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India Women Overcome Sri Lanka in World Cup Opener Thanks to Amanjot, Deepti's All-Round Brilliance

Amanjot Kaur and Deepti Sharma delivered heroic all-round performances to help India win their Women's World Cup opener against Sri Lanka. 

MLB 2025 Playoff Predictions: Experts Weigh In on Every Round, Potential Upsets, and World Series Champion

Which will be the last team standing in October? Our experts predict which teams will win each series of the postseason.

UFC 320: Can Alex Pereira Beat the Odds in Immediate Rematch Against Magomed Ankalaev?

Alex Pereira is rematching Magomed Ankalaev for the UFC light heavyweight title, but is that the best strategy?

Oklahoma City Thunder: How a Team Forged in Tragedy Helped a City Heal After Unimaginable Terror

For 30 years, the Oklahoma City bombing -- the most devastating act of homegrown terrorism in history -- has been seared into the identity of the city. Since 2008, the Thunder have been trying to honor it -- and give the fans a new one.

Arteta: Arsenal's Gyökeres Has Vast Untapped Potential After Summer Transfer

Mikel Arteta has backed Viktor Gyökeres to thrive at Arsenal by insisting the "ceiling" to what he can achieve is "very, very far" from his current performance level.

China Open: Sinner Advances to Final, Set to Face Teen Sensation Tien Or Sinner to Battle Teenager Tien for China Open Title After Medvedev Meltdown

Jannik Sinner reached his third straight China Open final, beating Alex de Minaur in three sets to set up a title clash with 19-year-old American Learner Tien, who advanced after Daniil Medvedev retired injured. In the women’s draw, defending champion Coco Gauff battled past Belinda Bencic to secure a quarter-final spot and qualify for the WTA Finals.

India Resumes Training for West Indies Test Series; Key Players Rested After Asia Cup Triumph

India's Test squad trained for the West Indies series just days after the Asia Cup, with player workload a key concern as three seniors rested. Captain Shubman Gill faced a tough net session, while others like Jaiswal and Padikkal looked fluent. The team's core is settled, with an extra batter slot being the main selection dilemma.

Visa Issues Threaten Soumya Sarkar's Participation in Afghanistan Series Opener

The left-hander returned to the T20I set up as a replacement for the injured Litton Das but his UAE arrival has been delayed

Carlos Alcaraz Withdraws from Shanghai Masters Citing Physical Strain After Japan Open Triumph

World number one Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Shanghai Masters due to "physical issues," shortly after clinching the Japan Open title. The 22-year-old Spaniard played through an ankle injury to secure his eighth trophy of the season. Alcaraz announced his decision on Instagram, prioritizing rest and recovery after a grueling schedule, expressing disappointment at missing Chinese fans.

India Gears Up for West Indies Tests; Bumrah, Kuldeep, Axar Get Rest OR India Begins Test Series Prep Against West Indies; Key Players Rested for Workload Management

India started their Test series preparations against West Indies shortly after their Asia Cup triumph. The team focused on managing player workload amid a tight schedule and pitch assessments.

Asia Cup Trophy Dispute: ACC Decision Delayed, Fate Now Lies with Five Test Nations

The ACC hasn't taken a decision on the Asia Cup trophy dispute, leaving it to the five Test-playing members - India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Afghanistan - to resolve the standoff

BCCI Presses ACC for Asia Cup Trophy as Chairman Naqvi Dodges Commitment in Tense Meeting

During an Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting in Dubai, attended by BCCI representatives Rajeev Shukla and Ashish Shelar, ACC chair Mohsin Naqvi avoided committing to handing over the Asia Cup trophy to India. This indicates an unresolved matter concerning the trophy's presentation to the Indian team.

Barcelona-PSG will thrill the whole world, except for Luis Enrique

Seventeen months ago, Luis Enrique showed the world what his PSG were capable of by beating Barcelona, but it was a victory that came at a price.

FIDE Overhauls Rating System After Nakamura's 'Farming' Sparks Debate: How Will Top GMs Fare? OR Nakamura's Rating Exploits Prompt FIDE Rule Change: Top Chess Players Face New Landscape

FIDE is implementing a major rating system change from October 1, removing the 400-point rule for players rated 2650 and above. This reform means top grandmasters will gain minimal points against significantly lower-rated opponents, but face substantial penalties for draws or losses, aiming to curb "rating farming" and encourage competition among peers.

From Electrician's Son to Asia Cup Star: The Rise of Tilak Varma

22-year-old Tilak Varma turned out to be the hero for India in the Asia Cup Final. From modest beginnings to cricketing greatness, here is the story of a youngster who was never supposed to play cricket in the first place.

Alcaraz Dominates Fritz to Clinch Japan Open Title, Extends Winning Streak

World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz defeated Taylor Fritz to win the Japan Open final. The victory marked his eighth title of the year despite a foot injury scare.

USA Cricket Faces Deeper Crisis: League Director Ousted Amid Governance Chaos, Bankruptcy Fears OR USA Cricket Implodes: Director's Ouster Exposes Financial Peril, Governance Breakdown

USA Cricket's troubles escalated as six member leagues voted to remove League Director Anj Balusu, an ally of chairman Venu Pisike. This action has left the board deadlocked at 4-4, potentially stalling critical decisions, including a looming vote on Chapter 7 bankruptcy. The move underscores growing frustration and calls for the current board to step aside for urgent governance reforms.

Abhishek Sharma, Asia Cup MVP, Receives Hero's Welcome Home Hoặc (tùy lựa chọn) Asia Cup Sensation Abhishek Sharma Returns to India, Teases Trophy Hoặc (tùy lựa chọn) Triumphant Return: Asia Cup Star Abhishek Sharma Celebrated by Fans in India

Rising star Abhishek Sharma received a hero's welcome after his scintillating Player of the Tournament performance at the Asia Cup 2025. His explosive 314 runs, including three half-centuries, were crucial as India lifted the trophy. The 25-year-old opener consistently provided rapid starts, cementing his reputation as a top prospect.

Kuldeep Yadav's Coach Reveals Asia Cup Strategy: Unleashing Aggression Against Perceived Weak Pakistan Team

Kuldeep Yadav's coach, Kapil Dev Pandey, lauded his student's stellar performance in India's Asia Cup 2025 victory over Pakistan. Pandey revealed Kuldeep's disciplined aggression, fueled by past frustration, helped him dismantle Pakistan's "kids" team, as Kuldeep reportedly called them, by focusing on batters' stances and strategic bowling.

Headline: Rishabh Pant's Hilarious Farewell to Retiring Chris Woakes: 'You Definitely Left a Mark... On My Foot!'

Rishabh Pant sent a cheeky message to Chris Woakes after the England pacer announced his retirement from all formats of the game on September 29. Woakes played a total of 217 international games for England.