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Siraj's England Test Performance Earns ICC Player of the Month Nomination

Mohammed Siraj, Matt Henry, and Jayden Seales are nominated for the ICC Player of the Month award for August due to their outstanding performances. Siraj led India's bowling attack in the absence of Bumrah, securing nine wickets in the final Test against England.

Asia Cup 2025: India's Reliance on All-Rounders Under Scrutiny, Warns Former Star OR Asia Cup 2025: India Faces Combination Challenge Amid All-Rounder Concerns, Says Kaif

Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has cautioned that India might face challenges in the Asia Cup 2025 due to the absence of a third all-rounder. He emphasised the importance of having multiple all-rounders, recalling India's T20 World Cup victory where Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, and Ravindra Jadeja provided crucial balance.

Haaland Stitched Up After Bus Door Mishap on International Duty

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has said he suffered a cut to his face that required stitches after a freak incident on international duty with Norway.

Manchester United's Onana Seeks Trabzonspor Loan Exit After Losing Starting Spot

André Onana is closing in on a loan move to Trabzonspor after deciding to leave Manchester United, sources have told ESPN.

Verstappen Credits Mekies' Strategic Tweaks for Unexpected Red Bull Triumph at Monza

Max Verstappen and Helmut Marko have credited Red Bull's surprisingly dominant Italian Grand Prix victory to a change in approach to setting up the car.

Real Madrid Eyes Defensive Reinforcements: Konate and Upamecano on Free Transfer Radar

Real Madrid are looking at Bayern Munich's Dayot Upamecano and Liverpool's Ibrahima Konaté. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

Indian Sports News: Archery and Boxing World Championships Continue, India Faces Oman in Football, Sep 8

Here are all the updates from Indian sports on September 08, 2025.

Tuchel Hints at England's Tactical Shift: Long Balls and Throw-Ins Could Be Key to World Cup Success

Thomas Tuchel is ready to mix it up at next summer's World Cup with the England boss planning to utilise long throw-ins and long balls.

India vs. Oman Clash for Third Place in CAFA Nations Cup: Live Updates and Analysis

Follow live updates from India's third place playoff vs Oman at the CAFA Nations Cup.

World Boxing Championships: Lakshya Chahar advances, Pawan Bartwal falls short

Lakshya Chahar, leveraging his height and reach, dominated Jordan’s Hussein Iashaish at the World Boxing Championships in Liverpool, securing a unanimous 5-0 victory and advancing to the pre-quarterfinals. However, Pawan Bartwal faced defeat against Uzbekistan's Mirzakhalolov Mirazizbek, while Sachin Siwach progressed with a win over Australia's Jacob Cassar.

'Captain Cool' with guns! MS Dhoni–R Madhavan teaser sparks big-screen buzz - WATCH

MS Dhoni and R. Madhavan have ignited speculation with a teaser video showcasing them in tactical gear, hinting at a potential action project directed by Vasan Bala. Shared by Madhavan, the teaser promises a wild chase, leaving fans guessing about its nature.

Asia Cup: 'Kuldeep Yadav is at his peak now' - Ravi Shastri

Ravi Shastri advocates for wrist-spinners Varun Chakravarthy and Kuldeep Yadav in India's Asia Cup XI, emphasizing Kuldeep's peak form. He believes Surya Kumar Yadav is a capable T20 captain, leading a fearless and talented team. Shastri acknowledges Jasprit Bumrah's brilliance but cautions against complacency, highlighting the need for spinners to perform well.

Historic chess victory! How Divya Deshmukh beat higher-ranked Africa No. 1 Bassem Amin at FIDE Grand Swiss

Teen chess prodigy GM Divya Deshmukh, after a shaky start at the Grand Swiss, stunned Africa's top-rated GM Bassem Amin. Playing with black, Divya showcased resilience in the Sicilian Defence, capitalising on Amin's aggressive play. Despite a challenging opening, she seized the initiative, converting a rook sacrifice into a decisive advantage.

A few clouds in the SKY? With Shubman Gill’s elevation to vice-captaincy, heat is on Suryakumar Yadav to regain his aura

Suryakumar Yadav's T20 captaincy is under scrutiny as selectors prioritize individual performance alongside leadership. Despite a high winning percentage, his batting form dipped, raising concerns about his place in the team.

PSG Fury: Demand Protocol Change After Dembélé, Doué Injuries Trigger Clash With French National Team

Paris Saint-Germain have criticised the French Football Federation following the "serious and avoidable" injuries to star players Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué.

Mbappé's Relentless Pursuit: Konaté Jokes About Madrid Pressure Amid Liverpool Future Uncertainty

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté has joked that Kylian Mbappé is calling him "every two hours" about a potential move to Real Madrid.

Tuchel Backs Kane's World Cup Form, Eyes Attacking Options

Thomas Tuchel has said he has no doubts about Harry Kane and is waiting to see who "catches fire" as he considers his attacking options for the World Cup.

Man City Set to Challenge Liverpool for Crystal Palace Star Marc Guéhi Amidst Transfer Speculation

Manchester City could go up against Liverpool for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guéhi in January. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

NFL Week 1 Overreactions: Separating Contenders From Pretenders

Will Jaxson Dart take Russell Wilson's job soon? Are the Dolphins doomed? Packers to the Super Bowl? We sized up Week 1 overreactions.

Tottenham Hotspur Rejects Takeover Bids, Insists Club Is 'Not For Sale'

The Tottenham board said it has "unequivocally rejected" two expressions of interest in acquiring the club and insisted the Premier League outfit is "not for sale".