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Historic Cricket Calamity: Canada's Openers Fall to First Two Balls Against Scotland

In a Cricket World Cup League 2 match, Scotland defeated Canada. Scotland won the toss and chose to bowl. Canada's openers created an unwanted record by getting out on the first two balls. Brad Currie took five wickets. Shreyas Movva scored 60 runs, helping Canada reach 184. George Munsey's unbeaten 84 and Richie Berrington's 64 guided Scotland to victory.

FIDE Grand Swiss: Praggnanandhaa Outplays Former Coach Gelfand; Vaishali Surges Ahead in Women's Tournament

In the FIDE Grand Swiss, R Praggnanandhaa defeated Boris Gelfand after the latter blundered under time pressure. Parham Maghsoodloo leads the Open section with a perfect score, while R Vaishali holds the same distinction in the women's section. Several top games were hard-fought, with D Gukesh and Erigaisi Arjun securing notable victories.

Aryna Sabalenka Seizes US Open Crown, Silencing Doubters and Dominating Women's Tennis

Aryna Sabalenka defended her US Open crown in style, beating Amanda Anisimova 6-3, 7-6(3) for her fourth Grand Slam title and 100th major match win. The world No. 1 celebrated in a shimmering silver jacket that matched her trophy, blending grit with glamour on a rain-soaked New York night to become the first repeat champion since Serena Williams.

Nikhat Zareen Shines as Lovlina Borgohain Suffers Shock Exit at World Boxing Championships

Nikhat Zareen showcased her dominance with a resounding victory over Jennifer Lozano, marking a triumphant return after injury. However, Lovlina Borgohain faced an unexpected setback, suffering a shocking defeat against Busra Isildar. Hitesh Gulia's campaign ended prematurely, while Jaismine Lamboria and Narender Berwal secured impressive wins to advance further in the competition.

Jaguars to Deploy Travis Hunter as Dual-Threat WR/CB in Week 1 Opener

The Jaguars are planning for Travis Hunter to be an "every-down wide receiver and situational corner" in Sunday's regular-season opener against the Panthers, sources told ESPN.

Zimbabwe Stuns Sri Lanka with Low-Scoring T20I Victory, Leveling Series

Zimbabwe secured a thrilling five-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the second T20I in Harare, leveling the series. Zimbabwe's bowlers shone, dismissing Sri Lanka for a paltry 80, their second-lowest T20I total. Despite a shaky start to their chase, Zimbabwe's Ryan Burl and Tashinga Musekiwa forged a crucial partnership to guide their team to a memorable win.

Asia Cup 2025: Rahane Names Axar Patel as India's 'Underrated Trump Card'

Ajinkya Rahane has identified Axar Patel as an underrated yet crucial player for India in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, highlighting his versatility with both bat and ball, especially in Dubai's spin-friendly conditions.

Sabalenka Seals Second Straight US Open Title, First to Defend Since Serena Williams: Key Stats and Highlights

Aryna Sabalenka triumphed over Amanda Anisimova at the US Open, securing her second consecutive title with a score of 6-3, 7-6 (3). This victory marks Sabalenka's fourth Grand Slam title, all achieved on hard courts, and solidifies her position as the World No. 1. She becomes the first woman since Serena Williams to defend the US Open title.

Imavov Dominates Borralho, Calls Out Chimaev for Title Shot After UFC Paris Victory

Nassourdine Imavov stated his case as the next opponent for middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev with a dominant decision victory over Caio Borralho.

US Open Showdown: Will Alcaraz's Brilliance Eclipse Sinner's Hard-Court Reign? Experts Weigh In

Sinner and Alcaraz will face off yet again in the US Open final Sunday. Our experts weigh in on how each can win.

Aryna Sabalenka Secures Back-to-Back US Open Titles, Defeating Amanda Anisimova Hoặc Sabalenka Triumphs Over Anisimova to Claim Second Consecutive US Open Crown

Aryna Sabalenka beat Amanda Anisimova 6-3, 7-6 (3), making her the first woman to win the US Open in consecutive years since Serena Williams more than a decade ago.

Man Utd Eye Martínez Return? Plus Latest Transfer Rumors: Onana to Trabzonspor, Spurs Chase Rogers

Emiliano Martínez's Aston Villa future remains uncertain after his failed move to Manchester United. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

India enter Asia Cup final as Fulton's patience pays off with Dilpreet's masterclass against China

'I had a difficult game against Kazakhstan, but Fulton told me I had all the qualities of a good forward.'

Rodri: Ballon d'Or 'no use to me' amid injury nightmare

Spain and Manchester City midfielder Rodri says his Ballon d'Or award was a "breath of fresh air" in a difficult year but could not compensate for missing so much football through injury.

Thomas Tuchel: England ready to 'prove a point' vs. Serbia

Thomas Tuchel believes England are ready to "prove a point" in Serbia after Saturday's forgettable World Cup qualification victory against Andorra.

'Ashish Nehra told me he’s special': Former India coach on rise of Rishabh Pant

Sanjay Bangar lauded Rishabh Pant's fearless batting and natural wicket-keeping talent, recalling Ashish Nehra's early prediction of his success. Pant's aggressive play during the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy saw him amass 479 runs, including two centuries.

Watch: Virender Sehwag opens up ahead of Asia Cup – 'Losing to Pakistan...'

Virender Sehwag revealed the emotional toll of India's losses to Pakistan, admitting they sometimes disrupted his focus. Despite averaging 50.65 against them, the frequent defeats affected him deeply. He fondly recalled his masterful 119 against Pakistan in 2008 while fasting, showcasing his determination. India is set to face Pakistan in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025.

Indian players in foreign T20 leagues a 'fluid situation', SA20 commissioner Graeme Smith explains absence from auction pool

Despite earlier expectations, no Indian players will feature in the upcoming SA20 auction, according to League Commissioner Graeme Smith. While 13 Indian players initially registered, they didn't make the final shortlist. Smith highlighted Sourav Ganguly's appointment as Pretoria Capitals' head coach, emphasising the league's growing viewership in India.

Asia Cup Hockey: India trounce China 7-0 in Super 4s encounter, to face Korea in final

India's men's hockey team stormed into the Asia Cup final, crushing China 7-0 in Rajgir, Bihar. Abhishek's two goals highlighted a dominant performance, with Shilanand Lakra initiating the scoring spree. Other contributors were Dilpreet Singh, Mandeep Singh, Raj Kumar Pal and Sukhjeet Singh.

Asia Cup 2025, India's Day 2 Nets: Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson hit sixes for fun as top-order batters go aerial in high-intensity session

India's Asia Cup 2025 preparations intensified in Dubai, with top-order batsmen like Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma, and Suryakumar Yadav focusing on aggressive, aerial hitting during practice. Abhishek Sharma stood out with his effortless six-hitting. Bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh kept the intensity high, while coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Suryakumar Yadav were seen in tactical discussions.