Lionel Messi said records are 'just statistics' after equalling Miroslav Klose's all-time FIFA World Cup goals record with a hat-trick in Argentina's 3-0 win over Algeria.
Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick as Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener. The Argentine captain equalled Miroslav Klose's all-time World Cup goals record with 16 goals.
Prince Yadav made his India debut in the second ODI against Afghanistan in Lucknow, while Nitish Kumar Reddy missed out with a thigh injury. Afghanistan won the toss and elected to bowl, sending India in to bat first.
India’s impressive start to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup has been reflected in the latest ICC rankings, with star all-rounder Deepti Sharma climbing to third in the Women's T20I All-Rounder Rankings after her match-winning performance against Pakistan.
India booked their place in the semi-finals of the FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup 2026 with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Japan in their second Pool A match in Auckland on Tuesday.
Karnataka resolves IPL ticket allocation issue, reducing quota for MLAs and MPs while outlining new rules for international matches.
Cricket Australia responds to Ajinkya Rahane’s query over Cameron Green not bowling vs MI, confirming the all-rounder is managing a back injury.
Rajasthan Royals thrashed Chennai Super Kings in their IPL 2026 opener, chasing 128 in just 12.1 overs after CSK were bowled out for 127.
Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya expressed his delight after his side finally ended a 13-year wait for a victory in their season opener in the Indian Premier League, crediting former skipper Rohit Sharma for a commanding knock that set up a six-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday.
Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings will look to begin their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 campaign on a strong note when the two sides face off in a league encounter at Mullanpur on Tuesday, with both teams banking on settled cores and dynamic leadership to set the tone for the tournament.
