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Barcelona boss 'convinced' of López stay amid Chelsea interest

Hansi Flick said he is convinced Fermín López will stay at the club but stopped short of guaranteeing the midfielder will not leave before the window closes.

Christopher Nkunku leaves Chelsea for AC Milan in €42m deal

AC Milan have signed Chelsea striker Christopher Nkunku on a deal until June 2030.

Watch: Pakistan team pays tribute as Rashid Khan mourns elder brother’s death

Afghanistan's cricket captain, Rashid Khan, faced a personal tragedy with the recent passing of his elder brother, Haji Abdul Halim Shinwari. Despite his grief, Rashid led his team in the ongoing tri-series in Sharjah, receiving heartfelt support from the cricketing community. The Pakistan team paid their respects, and condolences poured in from teammates and former captain Asghar Afghan.

Viral video: Chinese chess player spends 4 hours in heavy rain after loss; Hans Niemann, Anish Giri react

A video shows a Chinese man analysing his chess loss in the rain. Grandmaster Hans Niemann shared a similar experience. Anish Giri joked about his rain-free victory. Niemann criticised the American chess system, praising India's support for players. Divya Deshmukh received a Rs 3 crore prize for her chess achievements. Chess passion continues to inspire globally.

Rahul Dravid steps down as Rajasthan Royals coach; refuses 'broader position' at IPL franchise

Rahul Dravid will conclude his tenure with the Rajasthan Royals ahead of IPL 2026, ending a long association as both player and coach. He initially joined in 2011, captained the team, and later mentored and coached, influencing many young cricketers. The Royals acknowledged his significant impact on the team's culture and values, expressing gratitude for his remarkable service.

No match time in England, but plenty of gains for Arshdeep Singh

Arshdeep Singh, after an unfortunate injury during the England Test series, showcased his readiness in the Duleep Trophy quarterfinal. Despite not playing, he utilised his time in England to hone his skills, focusing on strength and conditioning.

Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah reach BCCI's CoE for fitness tests

Shubman Gill and other senior Indian cricketers are at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence. They are undergoing fitness analysis. Rohit Sharma is preparing for the Australia tour. Speculation suggests Rohit and Virat Kohli may play in the India A series against Australia A. This series will provide valuable match practice. Rohit last played competitively in June.

Dutch GP: Lando Norris tops final practice ahead of Oscar Piastri

Lando Norris edged out Oscar Piastri in final practice for the Dutch Grand Prix as the McLaren title protagonists gear up for a pole position shoot-out.

How new contracts for Salah, Davies, Williams made transfer plans change for others

We've tracked the major contract renewals in 2025 and charted how their ripple effects altered, and in some cases dictated, how the summer transfer window played out.

Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson set for Bayern Munich loan - sources

Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson is set to join Bayern Munich on a season-long loan, sources have told ESPN.

Newcastle sign Germany striker Nick Woltemade from Stuttgart

Newcastle United have signed Germany striker Nick Woltemade from VfB Stuttgart in a club-record deal that sources have told ESPN is worth £64.9 million.

Premier League updates: Chelsea-Fulham, Man United-Burnley

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Eze's long journey back to Arsenal shows why you never give up

ESPN analyst Nedum Onuoha reflects on captaining a young Eberechi Eze and seeing him grow into an FA Cup winner, now that the forward has earned a dream move back to boyhood club Arsenal.

Transfer rumors, news: Mainoo tries to find way out of Man United

Kobbie Mainoo is trying to find an escape route to leave Manchester United before the transfer window closes. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty in BWF World Championships semifinal: Indian Sports LIVE, August 30

Here are all the updates from Indian sports on August 30, 2025.

Max Verstappen insists 2026 F1 plans were 'very simple'

Max Verstappen insists the reality of where he would be driving in 2026 was always a far more straightforward topic than it was made out to be in public.

Head coach Dravid parts ways with Rajasthan Royals

The franchise said Dravid was offered a broader position as part of the structural review but he decided not to take it

Duleep Trophy: 'Not bad for a No.11' - Arshdeep Singh flexes after power-hitting ahead of Asia Cup

Arshdeep Singh showcased his all-round abilities in the Duleep Trophy quarter-final, smashing two sixes in a cameo and later impressing with the ball. Aquib Nabi's hat-trick helped North Zone dominate East Zone, securing a substantial first-innings lead. Arshdeep's performance, after recovering from a thumb injury, will boost India's confidence ahead of the Asia Cup 2025.

SOLD OUT! 50 days before Australia series, India fan zones booked completely at all 8 venues

Cricket Australia reports exceptional demand for the upcoming white-ball series against India, with Indian fan zones sold out at all eight venues. Public tickets for Sydney and Canberra matches are also fully booked. The series, featuring three ODIs and five T20Is, promises a vibrant atmosphere and a world-class contest between the two cricketing nations.

Digvesh Rathi, Nitish Rana handed massive fines for fight, using obscene language in DPL 2025

The Delhi Premier League (DPL) penalized several players after a fiery Eliminator match between South Delhi Superstarz and West Delhi Lions. Nitish Rana, despite his match-winning century, was fined. Digvesh Rathi and Krish Yadav received hefty penalties for violating the Code of Conduct. Aman Bharti and Sumit Mathur were also fined for inappropriate behavior.