Iranian supporters displayed the pre-revolutionary "Lion and Sun" flag inside SoFi Stadium during Iran's World Cup opener against New Zealand despite FIFA's ban on political symbols.
Iran came from behind twice to secure a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in their FIFA World Cup Group G opener, with Ramin Rezaeian earning Player of the Match honours.
Neymar is unlikely to feature in Brazil's FIFA World Cup Group C match against Haiti after a fresh evaluation of his Grade 2 calf strain, reports say.
Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain and reigning Asian Championships gold medallist Preeti Pawar will spearhead India’s 12-member challenge at the Grand Prix Usti nad Labem in Czechia from June 17-21, as the country continues its preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
India A were penalised 10 runs after Vipraj Nigam twice breached the protected area of the pitch during the tri-series clash against Sri Lanka A. The visitors later suffered a dramatic Super Over defeat in Dambulla.
Sri Lanka A defeated India A by seven runs in a tense Super Over after both teams finished tied on 265 in the 50-over tri-series match in Dambulla. The contest was marked by late drama, controversial decisions, and heated exchanges.
Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra will begin his 2026 season at the Doha Diamond League after recovering from a back injury. The two-time Olympic medallist returns to competition for the first time since the 2025 World Athletics Championships.
Veteran Australian spinner Nathan Lyon has firmly dismissed any thoughts of retirement, declaring that he remains fully committed to playing every Test match available to him as he continues his recovery from a serious hamstring injury.
Pakistan head coach Wahab Riaz has urged patience as his team continues to adapt to a new playing style under his leadership at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup.
Japan supporters were once again praised worldwide after cleaning stands at Dallas Stadium following their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F match against the Netherlands. The gesture, rooted in long-standing tradition, went viral on social media.
