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Liverpool Retires Number 20 Shirt to Honour Diogo Jota After Tragic Accident

July 14, 2025 Arijit Bose

Liverpool – In a deeply emotional gesture, Liverpool Football Club has announced the retirement of the number 20 jersey across all its teams, including LFC Women and the Academy, in memory of Portuguese forward Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away last week in a car accident in Spain. The 28-year-old, known for his fierce determination and attacking brilliance, lost his life alongside his brother, André Silva, in Zamora, Spain. Authorities stated that the car veered off the road due to a tire malfunction, leading to a fatal fire. In a…

Jannik Sinner Clinches First Wimbledon Title, Defeats Alcaraz in Four Sets

July 14, 2025 Arijit Bose

London – World No. 1 Jannik Sinner captured his first Wimbledon crown in style on Sunday, defeating defending champion Carlos Alcaraz 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 in a thrilling final at Centre Court. With this victory, Sinner becomes the first Italian to win at the All England Club and earns his fourth Grand Slam title at just 23. The win marked a significant turnaround for Sinner, who had suffered a heartbreaking loss to Alcaraz in the French Open final just weeks earlier. Sunday’s triumph ended a five-match losing streak against the…

Saina Nehwal Confirms Separation from Kashyap Parupalli

July 14, 2025 Arijit Bose

New Delhi – Indian badminton icon Saina Nehwal has publicly confirmed her separation from husband and fellow badminton player Kashyap Parupalli, bringing an end to one of Indian sport’s most admired partnerships. In a heartfelt Instagram post shared on Sunday, Saina wrote, “Life sometimes takes us in different directions. After deep reflection, Kashyap and I have decided to part ways. We are choosing healing, growth, and peace — for ourselves and each other.” She further expressed gratitude for the memories they shared and requested privacy during this personal transition. The…

Wimbledon 2025: Iga Swiatek Shuts Down Critics

July 14, 2025 Arijit Bose

London – Iga Swiatek delivered a commanding performance at Wimbledon 2025, defeating Amanda Anisimova 6-0, 6-0 to secure her first-ever title at the prestigious Grand Slam. The Polish star used the moment to address growing criticism from sections of the media in her home country. At the post-match press conference, the 24-year-old World No. 4 shared her frustration with ongoing scrutiny. “It hasn’t been pleasant dealing with how the Polish media has treated me and my team in recent months,” Swiatek said. “I know what I’m doing. I’ve got the…

Chelsea Crowned Club World Champions After Decisive Win

July 14, 2025July 14, 2025 Arijit Bose

New Jersey – Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca praised his players’ determination and tactical execution after a commanding 3-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain in the FIFA Club World Cup final, calling it a performance that left him “without words.” “The players deserve all the credit. I have no words — they earned this moment,” said an emotional Maresca following the historic victory. Chelsea’s high-pressing style unsettled a star-studded PSG side early in the match. Maresca admitted that while maintaining intensity for the full 90 minutes was difficult in the humid…

World Championship of Legends 2025: Cricket Icons Return for a T20 Spectacle

July 14, 2025 Arijit Bose

New Delhi : Cricket fans across the globe are in for a nostalgic treat as some of the sport’s most celebrated stars gear up to return to the pitch for the World Championship of Legends (WCL) — a premier T20 tournament set to take place in England from July 18 to August 2, 2025. Sanctioned by the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB), the WCL isn’t just another tournament—it’s a celebration of cricket’s golden era. It brings together retired cricketing legends from six of the world’s most decorated cricketing nations:…

Badminton Tournament Organised at KD Singh Babu Stadium

July 14, 2025 Arijit Bose

Lucknow — Under the aegis of the Directorate of Sports, Uttar Pradesh, a district-level badminton tournament for Under-15 and Under-17 boys and girls (singles and doubles categories) was successfully conducted at the Badminton Hall of KD Singh Babu Stadium, Regional Sports Office, Lucknow Division. The competition saw enthusiastic participation from around 125 young shuttlers who showcased their skill, speed, and sportsmanship across various matches. Under-15 Boys Singles Results (Qualifiers): Loni Lone Pawe defeated Jay Tiwari 30–11 Ayushmaan Verma beat Aryan Bhagat 30–17 Sarthak Yadav overcame Ajay Kumar 30–14 Adheer Anand Singh…

Pakistan Hockey Team’s India Tour Subject to Security Clearance

July 11, 2025 Arijit Bose

Karachi : Pakistan will only send its national hockey team to India for the upcoming Asia Cup and Junior World Cup after thoroughly reviewing the security situation in the host country, according to a senior government official. If any security concerns are found, the team’s participation may be called off. Rana Masood, Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Development and Sports Program, stated that Pakistan’s national squad will not travel to India unless the government is fully satisfied with the security arrangements. “The government will assess the security situation for…

Joao Pedro Fires Chelsea Into FIFA Club World Cup Final

July 11, 2025 Arijit Bose

MetLife Stadium, New Jersey : Joao Pedro stole the spotlight in stunning fashion at MetLife Stadium, netting a brilliant brace to guide Chelsea into the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final with a 2-0 win over Brazilian side Fluminense—the very club where he began his footballing journey. The 23-year-old forward, a recent arrival at Stamford Bridge and a product of the Fluminense youth academy, delivered two world-class finishes, ending the Brazilian outfit’s title hopes while setting up an all-European final showdown against either Paris Saint-Germain or Real Madrid. A Night…

“India Lost Control After the Ball Change”: Sanjay Manjrekar Dissects Turning Point in Third Test

July 11, 2025 Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Day 2 of the third Test saw a subtle but crucial shift in momentum — one that left former cricketers questioning India’s on-field decision-making. Speaking on Match Centre Live after the morning session, JioHotstar expert Sanjay Manjrekar offered a candid take on India’s disciplined bowling effort, especially highlighting Jasprit Bumrah’s perseverance on a pitch offering little assistance. “This is what Bumrah is all about,” Manjrekar said. “It was a humbler Bumrah today — he accepted the conditions, understood there wasn’t much in the surface, and just kept coming in.…