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Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo dismisses exit speculation as absurd

Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo has dismissed speculation over his future, calling rumours that he could walk away from the club "absurd" after Sunday's 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace.

Sanju Samson warms up for Asia Cup with blazing 42-ball century as opener

India batter Sanju Samson slammed a breathtaking 42-ball century in Match 8 of the Kerala Cricket League. Samson played a breathtaking innings of 121 (51) to help Kochi Blue Tigers chase down 237.

Daniil Medvedev beats racket into a pulp after emotional rollercoaster vs Benjamin Bonzi

Russian star Daniil Medvedev shattered his racket after first round exit in the US Open against Benjamin Bonzi. Medvedev went through an emotional rollercoaster against his French opponent on Monday, August 25.

'The referee didn't apologise': Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes 'upset' after Premier League draw at Fulham

Bruno Fernandes missed a penalty for Manchester United against Fulham after an unusual incident involving referee Chris Kavanagh. Fernandes stumbled into Kavanagh while backing away to take the kick, disrupting his routine. Although Fernandes admitted his frustration with the referee's lack of apology, he didn't blame the miss on the incident.

Inter-state meet: Rohit Yadav claims javelin gold to stay in hunt for Worlds

Rohit Yadav's personal best of 83.65m in the javelin at the Inter-State meet wasn't enough for direct World Athletics Championships qualification, but keeps his hopes alive. Sreeshankar Murali won the long jump (8.06m) but his chances for Tokyo look slim. Ankita Dhyani finished first in the 3000m steeplechase, but her ranking remains borderline for qualification.

BWF World Championships: Tough challenge awaits for Indian shuttlers in Paris; Coach Pullela Gopichand hopeful of winning medals

Indian shuttlers face a challenging path at the 29th BWF World Badminton Championships in Paris, striving to continue their medal-winning streak despite form struggles and a tough draw. Chief coach Pullela Gopichand remains optimistic, banking on the experienced players to elevate their game. Lakshya Sen faces a formidable opponent in top-seed Shi Yu Qi.

Cricket | ‘Not being picked for England Tests left Arshdeep Singh impatient’ - Punjab bowling coach

Arshdeep Singh's Test debut in England was delayed due to injury and team selection, testing his patience. Punjab's bowling coach, Gagandeep Singh, believes Arshdeep should have been given a chance, given his swing bowling ability.

Novak Djokovic defeats 19-year-old Learner Tien to begin US Open campaign

Novak Djokovic, aiming for his 25th Grand Slam title, overcame American teenager Learner Tien in the US Open first round despite a foot blister requiring a medical timeout. The Serbian secured a 6-1, 7-6 (7/3), 6-2 victory, acknowledging rustiness but praising his resilience.

Surreal! Athlete completes 35km race, immediately gets surprise proposal from partner in resurfaced video - Watch

A heartwarming moment from the 2023 World Athletics Championships has resurfaced, showcasing Slovakian race walker Dominik Černý's romantic proposal to his partner, Hana Burzalová. After completing their respective races, Černý seized the opportunity near the finish line, proposing to Burzalová, who ecstatically accepted amidst cheers. Both athletes also celebrated personal bests, making the championships a truly unforgettable experience.

KCL thriller: Sanju Samson smashes century, but Muhammad Ashik steals the show with last-ball six – Watch

In a thrilling Kerala Cricket League 2025 encounter, Muhammad Ashik's last-ball six secured a four-wicket victory for Kochi Blue Tigers over Aries Kollam Sailors. Chasing a daunting 237, Ashik's unbeaten 45 complemented Sanju Samson's explosive 121. Earlier, Vishnu Vinod (94) and Sachin Baby (91) propelled Aries Kollam Sailors to 236/5.

Badminton World Championships starts, Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa draw in Sinquefield Cup: Indian Sports LIVE, August 25

Here are all the updates from Indian sport on August 25, 2025.

Novak Djokovic rallies for 1st-round win at 2025 US Open

Novak Djokovic improved to 19-0 in the first round of the U.S. Open, battling through some leg troubles to beat Learner Tien 6-1, 7-6 (3), 6-2 on Sunday night.

Stopping the slide: Indian badminton is at a crossroads, what's the future going to look like?

For Indian badminton to be a consistent force to reckon with, a balancing act will be needed from players and stakeholders.

US Open: Jannik Sinner has his own battle, not just Alcaraz threat in title defence

Defending US Open champion Jannik Sinner faces a two-front battle in New York — fitness concerns and the relentless Carlos Alcaraz. With their rivalry heating up, Sinner's title defence could hinge on his recovery as much as his tennis.

Cheteshwar Pujara: Test cricket's classical violinist in the era of heavy metal band

Cheteshwar Pujara retired after a career defined by grit, discipline and resilience. He was a classical violinist in an age of metal and rap. When Pujara batted, the world seemed to pause. His stillness became ours.

US Open: Carlos Alcaraz eyes New York glory to end three-year agonising wait

Carlos Alcaraz, already a five-time Grand Slam champion, is still chasing consistency on hard courts, with his 2022 US Open triumph remaining his lone major success on the surface. Armed with momentum from a strong 2025 season, he now returns to New York determined to end his drought and reclaim hard-court glory.

Novak Djokovic overcomes pain to reach US Open 2nd round: Wish I was younger

Novak Djokovic said he wished he was younger after delivering a masterclass in Grand Slam tenacity to American teenager Learner Tien, battling past him 6-1, 7-6(3), 6-2 in the US Open first round on Sunday to launch his latest quest for a record 25th major title.

Ruben Amorim blames Manchester United's defensive mindset for draw vs Fulham

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim lamented that his players abandoned their attacking principles after taking the lead against Fulham, arguing that a defensive mentality proved costly in Sunday's 1-1 Premier League draw at Craven Cottage.

India’s ultimate survivors: Most balls faced in a Test innings ft. Cheteshwar Pujara

Cheteshwar Pujara's retirement marks the end of an era of Test cricket resilience. His record of facing 525 balls in a single innings against Australia in 2017 tops the list of marathon innings by Indian batsmen.

Meet Learner Tien: The 19-year-old American faced Novak Djokovic in the U.S. Open first round

Nineteen-year-old Learner Tien, with Vietnamese immigrant roots, faced Novak Djokovic at the U.S. Open, marking a significant milestone. Tien, who turned professional in 2023, had a breakthrough at the 2025 Australian Open. Despite losing to Djokovic, the match provided invaluable experience for the rising tennis star, highlighting his potential and resilience on the Grand Slam stage.