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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.

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.

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.

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.

Hanuma Vihari seeks NOC from Andhra

Vihari has represented Hyderabad and Andhra in his domestic career so far

Brendan Taylor returns for ODIs against Sri Lanka

Zimbabwe have also been given a fillip through the fit-again pair of Blessing Muzarabani and Richard Ngarava

Sachin Tendulkar's witty reply to fan - 'Why? Are you planning to play them' - goes viral

Sachin Tendulkar engaged with fans in a Reddit AMA. He shared insights on his career and cricket. Tendulkar humorously dodged a bowling attack comparison. He picked his Chennai knock against England as a favorite. Tendulkar confirmed promoting MS Dhoni in the 2011 World Cup final. His candid answers and nostalgia made the session memorable for fans.

BWF World Championships: Lakshya Sen crashes out in opening round

Lakshya Sen faced an early exit at the BWF World Championships, succumbing to top seed Shi Yu Qi in straight games. Despite flashes of brilliance, Sen couldn't overcome Shi's composed defence and sharp finishing. Shi, who is in red-hot form, extended his head-to-head lead over Sen, reinforcing his dominance in men’s singles badminton.

Asia Cup 2025: Oman name 17-member squad for maiden appearance

Oman has announced their 17-member squad, led by Jatinder Singh, for their debut in the Asia Cup, commencing on September 9 in the UAE. They are scheduled to play their first match against Pakistan on September 12 in Dubai. Following this, Oman will face the UAE and India later in the tournament.

From Ahmedabad to Adelaide: Top 5 knocks of Cheteshwar Pujara in Test cricket

Cheteshwar Pujara, India's resilient No. 3, retired from all forms of Indian cricket on August 24, bringing the curtain down on a 15-year career that saw him score 7,195 runs in 103 Tests with unmatched grit and patience.

'Aadhar bhi bheju kya?': Sachin Tendulkar silences fan with hilarious comment

Sachin Tendulkar's recent Reddit AMA session became a hit, filled with humor and insights. When a fan questioned his identity, Tendulkar playfully responded, “Should I also send my Aadhaar card?” He discussed his favorite innings, the 2008 knock against England, and revealed advising MS Dhoni's promotion in the 2011 World Cup final.

Big statement! Sachin Tendulkar on life after Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma: says 'contenders are ... '

Sachin Tendulkar recently engaged with fans on Reddit, reminiscing about his prediction of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma carrying his legacy. He acknowledged their contributions to Indian cricket and highlighted the promising future with emerging talents. Kohli and Rohit, now focused on ODIs, are set to play a crucial series against Australia in October, bridging experience with the next generation.

Did Arjun Tendulkar get engaged to Saaniya Chandhok? Sachin Tendulkar with first official answer

Sachin Tendulkar has confirmed his son Arjun Tendulkar's engagement to Saaniya Chandhok. The announcement came during a Reddit AMA. Arjun and Saaniya exchanged rings on August 13 in a private ceremony. Saaniya is the granddaughter of Ravi Ghai, from the Graviss Group. The young cricketer represents Goa in domestic cricket. News of the engagement had sparked widespread attention online.

Bonazzoli's audacity gives Cremonese first win at San Siro since 1925: Moment of the Weekend

For how improbable that result was and for never giving up on trying to score great goals, Bonazzoli takes our Moment of the Week.

Valiant Lakshya Sen bows out in first round of BWF World Championships in Paris

BWF World Championships 2025: Former bronze medallist Lakshya Sen fought hard in the opening round, but China's top seed Shi Yuqi proved too strong. It marked Lakshya's 10th first-round exit of the year.