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Sindhu, SatChi in Worlds QFs; India vs Tajikistan in CAFA; India vs China in Asia Cup Hockey: Indian Sports LIVE, August 29

Here are all the updates from Indian sports on August 29, 2025.

Packers aggressive in trade with Cowboys for Micah Parsons

Signs of change in Green Bay include paying up to trade for Parsons after finally taking a WR in the first round.

Ex-Man United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer sacked by Besiktas

Besiktas have sacked former Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after they were knocked out of the UEFA Conference League playoffs by Lausanne.

Venus Williams, Leylah Fernandez get upset win in US Open doubles

Venus Williams, who won 14 Grand Slam doubles titles with her sister Serena, teamed with Leylah Fernandez to win her first doubles match at the US Open since 2014.

National Sports Day report card for federations: F for AIFF, A for NRAI

We choose certain key federations and grade them (from A to F, but you already knew that) on four key criteria.

Champions League draw: Good games for Arsenal, bad for PSG

The Champions League is back! So let's unpack all the must-see games, winners and losers, and talking points from Thursday's draw for the 2025-26 league phase.

Lewis Hamilton 'determined' to bring back fun, F1 love to Ferrari

Lewis Hamilton hopes to rediscover his love of Formula 1 in the second half of the season after admitting his enjoyment for the sport was diminished before the summer break by the pressure of driving for Ferrari.

AC Milan agree €42m transfer for Chelsea's Christopher Nkunku

AC Milan have agreed a deal to sign Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku for €42 million ($49m), sources confirmed to ESPN's James Olley.

Ruben Amorim to lead Man United against Burnley - sources

Ruben Amorim is set to be in charge for Manchester United's Premier League fixture against Burnley on Saturday, sources have told ESPN.

Micah Parsons traded by Cowboys to Packers, gets record contract

Star pass rusher Micah Parsons was traded by the Cowboys to the Packers and agreed to a record contract for a non-quarterback with Green Bay.

'Mai cricket chor doonga' - Former India bowling coach reveals when Mohammed Shami wanted to retire - watch

Bharat Arun revealed that Mohammed Shami considered quitting cricket in 2018 after failing a fitness test and grappling with personal issues. Encouragement from Ravi Shastri and Arun, focusing on physical conditioning at the NCA, revitalized Shami. He regained his fitness and confidence, demonstrated by his impressive performance during the England Test series.

Cristiano Ronaldo's rallying cry ahead of Saudi Pro League season: 'Can't do it alone, we need you'

Cristiano Ronaldo has urged Al-Nassr supporters to rally behind the team as they begin their Saudi Pro League season, aiming to surpass last year's third-place finish. The Portuguese star, entering his third season with the club, seeks his first trophy with Al-Nassr. He recently lost the Saudi Super Cup final.

Champions League league phase draw: PSG handed tough start, Real Madrid face Liverpool

Paris Saint-Germain will face Bayern Munich and Barcelona in the Champions League. Real Madrid has a tough draw including a long trip to Kairat Almaty. They will also play Liverpool and Manchester City. Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Kaka conducted the draw. This season's Champions League will feature new teams. Bodo/Glimt and Kairat Almaty will make their debuts.

'I'd hit all of them': Rohit Sharma makes fearless claim; fans burst into laughter

Rohit Sharma, India's ODI captain, expresses his desire to hit every bowler for six. He retired from T20Is in 2024 and Tests in May 2025. He remains a key player in ODIs, with over 11,000 runs. Sharma recently celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi with his family in Mumbai. He is expected to play in the upcoming ODI series against Australia in October.

Arsenal's Kai Havertz has knee surgery; injury not long-term

Arsenal's Kai Havertz has undergone a minor surgical procedure, but his absence is not expected to be as lengthy as initially feared, the club said in a statement on Thursday.

Messi Poised for Emotional Farewell in Final Argentina World Cup Qualifier

Lionel Messi is set to play his final World Cup qualifier at home in Argentina when Venezuela visits Buenos Aires next week.

Champions League draw: Real Madrid face Liverpool, Man City

Fifteen-time winners Real Madrid have been given a daunting draw for the Champions League, with matches against Liverpool and Manchester City.

US Open: Iga Swiatek reaches 3rd round to extend major streak

Iga Swiatek, the No. 2 seed, eked past Suzan Lamens at the US Open to again reach the third round, which she has done at every Slam event since the start of 2020.

Sources: Man United, Chelsea agree £40M Alejandro Garnacho deal

Manchester United and Chelsea have agreed a deal for winger Alejandro Garnacho, sources have told ESPN.

Is Grimsby's defeat of Man United the biggest upset in League Cup history?

Man United aren't the only Premier League side to suffer Cup humiliation, ESPN takes a look at all the famous 'giant killings' in England's League Cup.