Category: Sports

Fort Lauderdale — Inter Miami lifted their maiden MLS Cup after a 3–1 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps at Chase Stadium, with Lionel Messi’s brilliance once again proving decisive. The Argentine icon delivered two classy assists, setting up late goals for Rodrigo De Paul and Tadeo Allende, sealing the club’s historic title. Vancouver, driven forward by Thomas Mueller’s tireless play, dominated large spells and carved out several promising chances. But the contest ultimately hinged on Messi’s influence, as the 38-year-old crowned what has been his most complete season in American…

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Wolverhampton — Manchester United moved up to sixth in the Premier League on Monday after captain Bruno Fernandes struck twice in a commanding 4–1 victory over a struggling Wolverhampton Wanderers side whose season continues to unravel at alarming pace. Wolves supporters, already disillusioned after a woeful campaign, spent much of the opening half venting their frustration at the club’s owners, Fosun. Their agitation only grew when Fernandes put United ahead in the 25th minute, guiding the ball past Sam Johnstone even as he lost balance. To their credit, Wolves rallied…

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Cuttack— India captain Suryakumar Yadav confirmed on Monday that top-order batter Shubman Gill and all-rounder Hardik Pandya are fully fit and available for the opening T20I against South Africa, handing the side a significant boost ahead of the five-match series. Gill had been sidelined with a neck injury sustained during the opening Test against the Proteas but was included in the T20 squad subject to clearance from the medical team. Pandya, recovering from a quadriceps injury suffered in September, has rebuilt match fitness through domestic cricket. “Both are looking healthy…

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Mumbai: The IPL 2026 auction landscape has taken a dramatic turn. In a major reshuffle, the BCCI has trimmed down the massive 1355-player registration pool by removing 1005 names, leaving only 350 contenders cleared for the mini auction scheduled to take place on Tuesday, December 16 in Abu Dhabi. The overhaul has sparked intense buzz, especially with 35 unexpected new entries now joining the final list. Quinton de Kock Returns—With a Surprise Twist One of the most eye-catching updates is the comeback of South African star Quinton de Kock, who…

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New Delhi | For Virat Kohli, age is proving to be nothing more than a number. At a stage when most batters begin to slow down and reflexes naturally dip, Kohli appears to be rewriting the script with remarkable authority. At 35+, the Indian maestro is not only matching his younger self but, in many ways, performing even better. His sharpness on the field, energy between the wickets and consistency with the bat stand in stark contrast to the usual trends associated with ageing cricketers. The ongoing ODI series against…

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Mumbai | West Indies’ explosive all-rounder Andre Russell has revealed that Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah was the most difficult bowler he ever faced in the Indian Premier League. Russell, who announced his retirement from the IPL earlier this week, said Bumrah’s precision and unpredictability made him his toughest opponent throughout his 14-season-long career. Russell, who represented Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), admitted that Bumrah dismissed him more times than any other bowler in the league, prompting Mumbai Indians to strategically bring the fast bowler on as soon as he walked…

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New Delhi | In a clear signal of continuity and confidence, SG Pipers have announced their captains for Season 2 of the Hockey India League (HIL), entrusting leadership to two of India’s most dynamic hockey talents. India’s star fullback Germanpreet Singh has been named captain of the SG Pipers men’s team, with Australian midfielder K. Willott appointed as vice-captain. For the women’s side, prolific Indian striker Navneet Kaur will once again wear the captain’s armband, while Caitlin Nobbs, daughter of former India men’s coach Michael Nobbs, takes charge as vice-captain.…

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Chennai | The International Hockey Federation (FIH) has confirmed that the next Junior Hockey World Cup will continue with a 24-team format, while the Senior Men’s Hockey World Cup will maintain its traditional 16-team lineup. FIH President Tayyab Ikram emphasised that the decision reflects a balanced approach towards global hockey development without compromising competitive integrity. Speaking on the sidelines of the ongoing Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup in Chennai, Ikram said expanding the junior tournament supports the growth of emerging hockey nations. “The Junior Hockey World Cup is a platform…

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India to Face Argentina for Bronze; Germany Set for Title Clash with Spain Chennai |Germany delivered a masterclass in structure, precision and modern hockey as they overpowered a helpless Indian side 5–1 in the second semi-final of the FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup 2025 on Sunday. The seven-time champions looked every bit the formidable force they are known to be, dismantling India in all departments at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium. With this emphatic win, Germany cruised into the final, where they will chase their eighth World Cup crown against…

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Focus should now be on defeating Argentina for bronze, he urges Chennai | India’s hopes of entering the final of the FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup 2025 came crashing down on Sunday after a heavy 1–5 defeat to seven-time champions Germany. Chief Coach P.R. Sreejesh, who is leading the junior side in his first major international assignment after retiring from senior hockey, minced no words in assessing the loss. Sreejesh, who helped India secure bronze medals as goalkeeper at both Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024, said the defeat stemmed…

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