Is cricket more global than football? (Designed by Mukesh Sharma/TimesofIndia.com) New Delhi: The rhythm of summer in the subcontinent is exhausting. The moment you step out, the hot weather hits you like a wall, and, to survive, more often than not, you have to quickly seek shelter at the nearest roadside stall for a glass…
Brazil’s Vinicius Junior (7) celebrates after scoring his team’s second goal during the World Cup Group C soccer match between Scotland and Brazil on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell) Vinicius Júnior continued his fine form at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, etching his name into the annals of Brazilian…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and his brother Ashirvad Sooryavanshi New Delhi: Cricket seems to be run by the Sooryavanshi family. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made headlines with his century in a practice match a few days ago and his younger brother Ashirvad once again impressed with the bat, knocking out a brilliant 168 off just 119 balls in another…
Morocco came back from behind twice in Wednesday’s match to seal qualification with a 4-2 win. fifa world cup 32 rounds.Substitutes Sufian Rahimi and Qassim Yassin played crucial roles late in the game, scoring the decisive goals as Morocco ended Haiti’s hopes of picking up a first point at this World Cup. Haiti makes history…
Brazil’s Vinicius Junior (7) celebrates after scoring his team’s second goal during the soccer match between Scotland and Brazil in World Cup Group C, Wednesday, June 24, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Florida. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell) Brazil defeated Scotland 3-0 at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium to secure the top spot in Group C, completing the group…
Brazil and Scotland will face off in a decisive clash in Group C of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with qualification for the knockout rounds, group rankings and historic milestones all set to begin in Miami. Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil currently top the table with four points from their first two games. The five-time world champions…
Jude Bellingham sparks confusion over new FIFA rules during England’s World Cup draw / Picture: X England midfielder Jude Bellingham was at the center of fresh World Cup controversy during Tuesday’s goalless draw with Ghana after television cameras captured him covering his mouth while speaking to Ghana captain Jordan Ayew. With FIFA’s new mouth-covering rules…
New Delhi: Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma She is on the verge of rewriting cricket history when she plays India against Bangladesh in the fourth match of Group A of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 on Thursday.The 28-year-old off-spinner is currently tied with the former India pace legend Jhulan Goswami The leading wicket-takers in…
Gurindervir Singh (ANI Photo) New Delhi: A carefully preserved Rs 500 note tucked inside the back cover of his mobile phone bears witness to every step of sprinter Gurindervir Singh’s extraordinary journey. The folded note, which the national record holder calls his “lucky charm”, is a reminder of those struggling days when he found it…
The iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground hosted the first match of the Women’s T20 World Cup today, adding another layer of attraction to the high-profile tournament. The venue will also host the finals, so every opportunity to learn more about the situation is particularly valuable. Recent numbers suggest that Lord’s isn’t necessarily a hitter’s paradise. Since…
Anushka Yadav (Image: AFI) New Delhi: A star was born at the National Inter-State Championships on Wednesday as Uttar Pradesh’s 18-year-old hammer thrower Anushka Yadav rewrote the history of Indian athletics with a stunning performance to become the country’s youngest national record holder.In the competition held at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, the girl from…
International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Kirsty Coventry (AP Photo) New Delhi: India’s bid to host the 2036 Olympics became clearer on Wednesday after the International Olympic Committee (IOC) approved a revised host selection process that will culminate in the announcement of the winning bid by mid-2029.At the 146th session of the International Olympic Committee in…
New Delhi: India A’s tour of Sri Lanka enters its multi-day phase with the start of a two-match unofficial Test series, providing a golden opportunity for several emerging stars to strengthen their chances of vying for higher honors in red-ball cricket. Led by wicketkeeper-batsman Dhruv Jurel, India A will take on Sri Lanka A in…
Harry Kane and the Ghanaian Witch Doctor England’s 0-0 draw with Ghana at the World Cup sparked concern on and off the pitch after a Ghanaian witch doctor claimed he placed a spell on England captain Harry Kane and “released” the spell after the game.Nana Kwaku Bonsam, a self-proclaimed spiritualist who previously claimed responsibility for…
England’s Ben Stokes (Mike Egerton/PA via AP) New Delhi: England captain Ben Stokes admits he apologized to teammates after returning for series-deciding third Test new zealand cricket team. Stokes and fast bowler Gus Atkinson missed the second Test as they were investigated for allegedly breaching the team’s midnight curfew after England’s first-match win. Although they…
Have you ever wondered why you feel anxious when faced with the unknown? The answer lies in evolutionary biology, which dictates that those who maintain a healthy skepticism survive, while those who seek trouble escape the shackles of mortality. Familiarity doesn’t breed contempt; it actually gives us a warm feeling. Fans sadly lost that warm…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (ANI Photo) New Delhi: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s meteoric rise in cricket continues to attract attention. The 15-year-old batting star from Bihar recently received his first call-up to the Indian team and will be part of the team for the upcoming white-ball tour of England. If he is selected for Friday’s first T20I against Ireland…
New Delhi: Indian paddlers Manika Batra Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) has been warned litigation If she is not given a “factual explanation” as she claimed that her exclusion from the Indian squad for the upcoming Asian Games was an arbitrary decision.The two-time Olympian made her intentions known on Wednesday, saying she was not…
New Delhi: Some footballers shine brightly within a few years. then there are Lionel MessiA player who spent more than two decades redefining longevity in sports.The Argentine icon celebrates his 39th birthday during the 2026 FIFA World Cup not as a fading legend but as a match-winner who still influences play on football’s biggest stage….
Argentina player Lionel Messi in training. (AP Photo) Argentina World Cup Champion Idol Lionel Messi Proving once again that age is just a number, his 39th birthday was celebrated not in a lavish way but with an intense workout in the gym.Messi turns 39 on Wednesday, starting a new chapter in his storied career that…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and his brother Ashirvad New Delhi: India’s youth cricket Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s younger brother Ahirvad Sooryavanshi had a proud family moment as he once again produced an eye-catching batting performance that quickly grabbed the attention of social media.Vaibhav, who is currently with the Indian team for the upcoming series against Ireland, took to Instagram…
Pakistan captain Fatima Sana (ANI photo) Pakistan’s disastrous performance at the International ICC Women’s T20 World Cup was reportedly compounded by divisions and tensions within the squad, with media reports claiming there was friction between the players and the team management.According to reports in Pakistani media and discussions on social media, divisions emerged within the…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (PTI Photo) The Vaibhav Sooryavanshi phenomenon has crossed borders, with excitement in Ireland reaching fever pitch ahead of the 15-year-old prodigy making his debut in the upcoming T20I series against Ireland in India.Sooryavanshi, who has captured the imagination of cricket fans with his brilliant performances in the IPL, is all set to make…
Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi New Delhi: Cristiano Ronaldo turned back the clock with a stunning performance as Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0 in the 2026 World Cup. The 41-year-old captain scored twice to help his side register their first win of this World Cup after a draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo.With his brace,…
Matt Henry, New Zealand (Ben Whitley/PA via AP) Matt Henry has officially joined Jasprit Bumrah at the top of the ICC men’s Test bowling rankings. In the latest rankings released on June 24, 2026, both fast bowlers were tied for first place in the world with a rating of 870 points. 1 Test bowlers. Henry…
Latest ICC ODI batting rankings see clear shuffle, India skipper Shubman Gill Climb into second place and pass your teammates Virat Kohlihas slipped to third place. at the same time, Rohit Sharma The fourth position continues following another successful ODI series.Gill’s rise in the rankings was helped by India’s stellar performance in the recently concluded…
ICC Rankings: Joe Root reclaims top spot as Test batsman (Image: ANI) Joe Root Returned to the top of the ICC men’s Test batting rankings, regaining the first position in the latest rankings released on June 24, 2026. England batsman dethrones team-mate Harry BrookeHe only held the top spot for two weeks after surpassing Root…
Dreams, gaps and the future of Indian basketball TimesofIndia.com in Singapore: First impressions of the school as Villamar International School spoke on Tuesday morning NBA The Rising Stars Invitational Tournament has been formed.The Korean team looked physically imposing. The Australians bring size and speed. The Japanese team is full of confidence and their system has…
Axar Patel and Rishabh Pant (BCCI/IPL Photo) New Delhi: Ritha PantReturning to Delhi Capitals is one of the biggest moves ahead of the new IPL 2027 season, DC captain Axar Patel It has been made clear that the wicketkeeper-batsman will have complete freedom when he rejoins the team.Pant returned to Delhi Capitals in a high-profile…
New Delhi: Daniel Munoz scored the decisive goal to help Colombia beat Democratic Republic of Congo 1-0 on Tuesday and become one of the first teams to qualify. fifa world cup Knockout stage.The defender found the breakthrough in the 76th minute after an intense game in Guadalajara. Munoz’s left-footed shot from inside the box beat…