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Renata Zarazúa upsets Madison Keys in 2025 US Open 1st round

Renata Zarazúa upset No. 6 Madison Keys 6-7 (10), 7-6 (3), 7-5 in the first round of the US Open on Monday, becoming the first Mexican player to knock off a top-10 seed at a major since 1995.

Premier League updates: Liverpool face Newcastle amid Isak saga

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AIFF-FSDL meet ends without ISL decision: Clubs fear possible shutdown

AIFF and FSDL talks fail to resolve the deadlock over India's domestic football. Eleven ISL clubs warn of potential shutdown as uncertainty over the league's future threatens both national team readiness and continental competition participation.

'Mohammed Siraj is the energyhouse of the team': Akash Deep

Mohammed Siraj's stamina and leadership were vital for India's pace attack in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series, earning praise from Akash Deep. Despite Jasprit Bumrah's absence, Siraj consistently delivered long spells, contributing significantly to the 2-2 result. Akash Deep also made a mark with a crucial 66 at The Oval and 13 wickets in three Tests, highlighting his all-round performance.

'Give him boxing gloves': Sachin Tendulkar's dig at umpire Steve Bucknor

Sachin Tendulkar recently reminisced about his epic battles with Australian legends Glenn McGrath and Shane Warne, recalling a strategic assault on McGrath in a 2000 match. He also humorously addressed controversial umpiring decisions by Steve Bucknor. Tendulkar dominated Warne, scoring 123 runs without being dismissed.

Kuldeep Yadav breaks 70-day social media silence with fiancée Vanshika

Kuldeep Yadav shared an Instagram story with his fiancée, Vanshika. The couple got engaged back on June 4 in Lucknow. The private ceremony, attended by family and friends including Rinku Singh, took place after the IPL season. Despite being India's only specialist spinner in the Test squad in England, Kuldeep did not play in any of the five matches against England in the Test series.

Virat Kohli's 'accidental' like! Avneet Kaur finally breaks silence, says 'Milta rahe pyaar'

Avneet Kaur addressed the buzz surrounding Virat Kohli's accidental 'like' on her Instagram photo at the trailer launch of 'Love in Vietnam.' She responded with a cheerful remark, welcoming the attention. Kohli had earlier clarified that the like was a glitch, attributing it to an algorithm error, and requested no unnecessary assumptions be made regarding the incident.

Bonzi survives Medvedev's late surge in chaotic US Open match

Daniil Medvedev and Benjamin Bonzi's match was delayed more than six minutes between points Sunday night after a photographer entered the court on match point.

Wayne Rooney: Arsenal's Max Dowman has 'massive future'

Wayne Rooney says Arsenal teenager Max Dowman is the talk of the footballing world and destined for a "massive future" following his impressive Premier League debut.

Juventus condemn racist abuse of U.S. star Weston McKennie

USMNT's Weston McKennie was subjected to racist abuse after Juventus completed a 2-0 win over Parma in the Serie A, the Italian club said Sunday.

2-time major champ Petra Kvitova retires after US Open loss

Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova, 35, retired from professional tennis following an opening round loss at the US Open on Monday.

Arsenal make Piero Hincapié transfer approach - sources

Arsenal have approached Bayer Leverkusen with a view to signing centre-back Piero Hincapié before the transfer window closes, sources told ESPN.

US Open: Petra Kvitova bids farewell to tennis after first round defeat

Petra Kvitova bid an emotional farewell after a first-round US Open exit, closing a stellar career with 31 WTA titles and two Wimbledon crowns. Meanwhile, Krejcikova advanced, overpowering Victoria Mboko 6-3, 6-2 in the opening round.

James Anderson leads SA20 auction list

782 players have registered for the auction but only 84 places are up for grabs

Masterstroke! When Sachin Tendulkar predicted England's 'future captain' - and was 100% right

Sachin Tendulkar fondly recalls Joe Root's Test debut in Nagpur in 2012, where he immediately recognized Root's potential. Tendulkar was impressed by Root's composure, technique, and ability to assess the wicket, leading him to predict Root's future captaincy.

ISL crisis: No headway in meeting between AIFF and FSDL - Joint proposal to be submitted on August 28

The AIFF and FSDL met to discuss the 2025-26 football season. Both parties are confident in reaching a mutually agreeable proposal. This proposal will be submitted to the Supreme Court on August 28. The ISL's 2025-26 season was previously put on hold, creating uncertainty. The future of Indian football depends on the court's directions.

'I have to go back again ... ': Rohit Sharma opens up, leaves fans emotional

Rohit Sharma, reflecting on his Test career, emphasized the format's mental and physical demands, highlighting the importance of preparation for sustaining performance. He acknowledged that while initial focus was on enjoyment, guidance from senior players and coaches instilled the value of thorough preparation.

Sachin Tendulkar cracks Steve Bucknor, Aadhaar card jokes in hilarious Reddit AMA

Sachin Tendulkar delighted fans in a witty Reddit AMA, mixing personal anecdotes with cricketing tales. From a playful dig at umpire Steve Bucknor to confirming son Arjun's engagement, the batting legend was candid and insightful.

Sachin Tendulkar confirms son Arjun's engagement, reveals advice to daughter Sara

Sachin Tendulkar has confirmed that his son, Arjun Tendulkar, is engaged to Saaniya Chandok in a private ceremony. Saaniya hails from a prominent Mumbai business family, known for their ventures in hospitality and food.

Spouses of deceased Indian Cricketers' Association members to get Rs 1 lakh from BCCI

The Indian Cricketers' Association has launched a new welfare scheme providing Rs 1 lakh to spouses of deceased members. This initiative aims to extend meaningful support to families and will be reviewed alongside potential BCCI pension plans.