FIFA World Cup: Argentina survive spirited Cabo Verde fight to reach Round of 16
Lionel Messi starred as Argentina overcame a resilient Cabo Verde 3-2 after extra time to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16, where they will face Egypt.
Lionel Messi starred as Argentina overcame a resilient Cabo Verde 3-2 after extra time to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16, where they will face Egypt.
Jhon Arias' first-half goal guided Colombia to a 1-0 victory over Ghana, extending their unbeaten FIFA World Cup 2026 run and setting up a Round of 16 clash with Switzerland.
Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday said India's demographic dividend can become its greatest strength only when young people are connected with meaningful opportunities through active partnerships between the government and industry.
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt says her team is ready for the challenge of facing six-time champions Australia in Sunday’s ICC Women's T20 World Cup final after leading the hosts to a convincing 40-run win over South Africa in the second semi-final on Thursday.
Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has made it clear that only athletes capable of delivering strong performances will be cleared to represent India at the 2026 Asian Games, reiterating that the event is not meant for “exposure” but for winning medals.
World Chess Champion Gukesh Dommaraju on Thursday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his support to him and said his meetings with the PM have been really warm.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said Baroda, Bengaluru, Lucknow, and Mumbai will be the venues for the 2025 edition of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), with Brabourne Stadium to host the Eliminator and Final.
Among the other top players in the fray, last edition runners-up Lee Cheuk Yiu of Hong Kong had to save a match point in the decider against Toma Junior Popov before winning the one hour 16 minutes clash 14-21, 21-18, 22-20 to advance to the quarterfinals.
England fast-bowler Saqib Mahmood has finally been granted his visa for the side’s upcoming white-ball tour of India, starting with the T20I series opener in Kolkata on January 22.
During the meeting, Gambhir had reportedly pointed fingers at the “indiscipline” in the dressing room, and suggested that family time be limited on both short and long tours.
