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From Suryakumar Yadav to Abhishek Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most T20I runs in a calendar year. This list also includes Ishan Kishan, Virat Kohli and Shikhar Dhawan

From Suryakumar Yadav to Abhishek Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most T20I runs in a calendar year. This list also includes Ishan Kishan, Virat Kohli and Shikhar Dhawan

Meet top 5 Indian batters with most T20I runs in a calendar year

Australia batter Tim David once again appeared to question Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq’s bowling action after being dismissed by him during the ongoing Hundred, with Tariq’s unusual action continuing to attract attention. Playing for Trent Rockets against Birmingham Phoenix, David edged a fuller delivery outside off stump to the wicketkeeper. After being given out, he spoke to the umpire and seemed to suggest the delivery should have been called a no-ball because of concerns over Tariq’s bowling action.&nbsp;David also briefly signalled for a review before deciding not to take it. The umpire did not change the decision and David walked back to the pavilion.&nbsp;According to MCC Law 21.2, a delivery is legal as long as the bowler does not throw the ball. Once the bowling arm reaches shoulder height, the elbow must not straighten partially or completely before the ball is released.<h3>WATCH</h3>

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The striker’s-end umpire decides whether a delivery is fair, although the bowler’s-end umpire can also call a no-ball if they believe the ball has been thrown.&nbsp;David’s reaction suggested he believed Tariq’s action did not meet the laws of the game. The Pakistan spinner’s action has been under scrutiny for some time.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cwg-2026-sachin-siwach-advances-women-s-lawn-bowls-pair-shine-1785041928312">CWG 2026: Sachin Siwach advances, women’s lawn bowls pair shine</a>&nbsp;During the 2024 Pakistan Super League, on-field umpires Asif Yaqoob and Richard Illingworth reported Tariq’s suspect bowling action to the match referee. His action was reported again during the 2025 PSL after fresh concerns from the on-field umpires.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/commonwealth-games-2026-day-4-india-s-full-schedule-medal-events-and-match-timings-1785041038098">CWG 2026 Day 4: India's full schedule, medal events and match timings</a>&nbsp;Earlier this year, Australia all-rounder Cameron Green also appeared to question Tariq’s action during the second T20I against Pakistan. After being dismissed by the spinner, Green made a baseball-style throwing gesture, seemingly referring to Tariq’s bowling action.

Australia's Tim David once again appeared to question Usman Tariq's bowling action after his dismissal in The Hundred, reviving debate over the spinner's action.

Australia batter Tim David once again appeared to question Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq’s bowling action after being dismissed by him during the ongoing Hundred, with Tariq’s unusual action continuing to attract attention. Playing for Trent Rockets against Birmingham Phoenix, David edged a fuller delivery outside off stump to the wicketkeeper. After being given out, he spoke to the umpire and seemed to suggest the delivery should have been called a no-ball because of concerns over Tariq’s bowling action. David also briefly signalled for a review before deciding not to take it. The umpire did not change the decision and David walked back to the pavilion. According to MCC Law 21.2, a delivery is legal as long as the bowler does not throw the ball. Once the bowling arm reaches shoulder height, the elbow must not straighten partially or completely before the ball is released. WATCH

Australia's Tim David once again appeared to question Usman Tariq's bowling action after his dismissal in The Hundred, reviving debate over the spinner's action.

WATCH | Tim David reacts after controversial dismissal against Usman Tariq

Asian Amateur Boxing Championships silver medallist Sachin Siwach was India’s top performer on Day 3 of the Commonwealth Games, defeating Canada’s Keoma Al-Ahmadieh 4-1 in the men’s 60kg Round of 32. Despite his impressive win, India finished the day without adding to its medal tally. Sachin secured a place in the pre-quarterfinals, while India’s women’s lawn bowls pair continued their unbeaten run with a third straight victory.&nbsp;&nbsp;It was a mixed day overall, as Putul Sonowal suffered his first defeat of the tournament. Swimmers Dhakshan Shashikumar and Aryan Nehra also missed out on the finals, while India’s women’s wheelchair 3x3 basketball team endured a difficult outing.<h3>Sachin Siwach enters Round of 16</h3>Sachin booked his place in the Round of 16 after a hard-fought 4-1 split-decision win over Al-Ahmadieh.&nbsp;The Indian boxer made an excellent start, taking four of the five judges’ scorecards in the opening round. He continued to control the bout in the second round with another strong performance.&nbsp;Although Al-Ahmadieh fought back in the final round, Sachin’s early advantage helped him seal the victory and stay in the competition.&nbsp;He will next face England’s William Hewitt in the pre-quarterfinals, with a quarterfinal spot at stake.<h3>Rupa and Pinki stay unbeaten</h3>Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh continued their impressive form in the women’s pairs lawn bowls event by beating Tonga in a tie-breaker to register their third straight win in Section B.&nbsp;The Indian pair recovered from an early deficit to win the opening set 5-2. Tonga’s Paris Baker and Milika Nathan responded by taking the second set 6-4 after leading 6-0, forcing the match into a tie-break.&nbsp;Under pressure, Rupa and Pinki held their nerve and produced a strong finish to claim the win and strengthen their hopes of reaching the semifinals.<h3>Putul Sonowal suffers first loss</h3>India’s unbeaten run in lawn bowls ended after Asian champion Putul Sonowal lost in straight sets to Malaysia’s Izzat Shameer Dzulkeple in the men’s singles event.&nbsp;Sonowal went down 8-4, 9-8 in Section D, ending both his unbeaten record and India’s undefeated run in bowls at the Games.&nbsp;After earlier comeback victories, including tie-break wins over Ryan Bester and Cecil Alexander, Sonowal could not overcome the consistent Malaysian.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/commonwealth-games-2026-day-4-india-s-full-schedule-medal-events-and-match-timings-1785041038098">Commonwealth Games 2026 Day 4: India's full schedule, medal events and match timings</a>&nbsp;Dzulkeple won the first set 8-4 despite Sonowal closing the gap to 4-3. The Indian again fought back in the second set after trailing 0-3 and cut the deficit to 8-9 following a tactical timeout.&nbsp;However, Dzulkeple stayed calm and delivered with his final bowl to complete the straight-sets victory.&nbsp;Sonowal now has a 2-1 record in Section D and must win his remaining matches while hoping other results go in his favour to remain in medal contention.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-zim-3rd-t20i-when-and-where-to-watch-live-streaming-in-india-1785038553227">IND vs ZIM, 3rd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India?</a><h3>Shashikumar and Nehra miss final</h3>India’s challenge in the men’s 400m freestyle ended in the heats as Dhakshan Shashikumar and Aryan Nehra failed to qualify for the final at the Tollcross Swimming Centre.&nbsp;Shashikumar finished 15th among 27 swimmers with a time of 3:58.09, while Nehra placed 16th after clocking 4:00.26.<h3>India women lose to Wales in wheelchair 3x3 basketball</h3>India’s women’s wheelchair 3x3 basketball team suffered a heavy 16-1 defeat against Wales in their Group B match.&nbsp;Wales controlled the game from the beginning and restricted India to just one successful basket from 12 attempts.&nbsp;India will aim to recover in its remaining group-stage matches to keep its qualification hopes alive.

Sachin Siwach advanced in boxing and the women's bowls team kept up its strong performances, but India experienced a mixed day overall at the Commonwealth Games.

Asian Amateur Boxing Championships silver medallist Sachin Siwach was India’s top performer on Day 3 of the Commonwealth Games, defeating Canada’s Keoma Al-Ahmadieh 4-1 in the men’s 60kg Round of 32. Despite his impressive win, India finished the day without adding to its medal tally. Sachin secured a place in the pre-quarterfinals, while India’s women’s lawn bowls pair continued their unbeaten run with a third straight victory. It was a mixed day overall, as Putul Sonowal suffered his first defeat of the tournament. Swimmers Dhakshan Shashikumar and Aryan Nehra also missed out on the finals, while India’s women’s wheelchair 3x3 basketball team endured a difficult outing. Sachin Siwach enters Round of 16 Sachin booked his place in the Round of 16 after a hard-fought 4-1 split-decision win over Al-Ahmadieh. The Indian boxer made an excellent start, taking four of the five judges’ scorecards in the opening round. He continued to control the bout in the second round with another strong performance. Although Al-Ahmadieh fought back in the final round, Sachin’s early advantage helped him seal the victory and stay in the competition. He will next face England’s William Hewitt in the pre-quarterfinals, with a quarterfinal spot at stake. Rupa and Pinki stay unbeaten Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh continued their impressive form in the women’s pairs lawn bowls event by beating Tonga in a tie-breaker to register their third straight win in Section B. The Indian pair recovered from an early deficit to win the opening set 5-2. Tonga’s Paris Baker and Milika Nathan responded by taking the second set 6-4 after leading 6-0, forcing the match into a tie-break. Under pressure, Rupa and Pinki held their nerve and produced a strong finish to claim the win and strengthen their hopes of reaching the semifinals. Putul Sonowal suffers first loss India’s unbeaten run in lawn bowls ended after Asian champion Putul Sonowal lost in straight sets to Malaysia’s Izzat Shameer Dzulkeple in the men’s singles event. Sonowal went down 8-4, 9-8 in Section D, ending both his unbeaten record and India’s undefeated run in bowls at the Games. After earlier comeback victories, including tie-break wins over Ryan Bester and Cecil Alexander, Sonowal could not overcome the consistent Malaysian. Also Read - Commonwealth Games 2026 Day 4: India's full schedule, medal events and match timings Dzulkeple won the first set 8-4 despite Sonowal closing the gap to 4-3. The Indian again fought back in the second set after trailing 0-3 and cut the deficit to 8-9 following a tactical timeout. However, Dzulkeple stayed calm and delivered with his final bowl to complete the straight-sets victory. Sonowal now has a 2-1 record in Section D and must win his remaining matches while hoping other results go in his favour to remain in medal contention. Also Read - IND vs ZIM, 3rd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India? Shashikumar and Nehra miss final India’s challenge in the men’s 400m freestyle ended in the heats as Dhakshan Shashikumar and Aryan Nehra failed to qualify for the final at the Tollcross Swimming Centre. Shashikumar finished 15th among 27 swimmers with a time of 3:58.09, while Nehra placed 16th after clocking 4:00.26. India women lose to Wales in wheelchair 3x3 basketball India’s women’s wheelchair 3x3 basketball team suffered a heavy 16-1 defeat against Wales in their Group B match. Wales controlled the game from the beginning and restricted India to just one successful basket from 12 attempts. India will aim to recover in its remaining group-stage matches to keep its qualification hopes alive.

Sachin Siwach advanced in boxing and the women's bowls team kept up its strong performances, but India experienced a mixed day overall at the Commonwealth Games.

CWG 2026: Sachin Siwach advances, women’s lawn bowls pair shine

India will hope to increase its medal count on Sunday (Jul 26) at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, with Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanu chasing her third straight gold medal. Indian athletes will also compete in lawn bowls, boxing, weightlifting, artistic gymnastics and swimming. Mirabai, who won gold at the 2018 Gold Coast Games and the 2022 Birmingham Games, will compete in the women’s 48kg weightlifting event.&nbsp;&nbsp;Lawn bowls will also be an important event for India, as the women’s pairs team of Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh will play two Section B matches against Namibia and England and will look to secure a place in the medal rounds. In the men’s singles, Putul Sonowal will face Malta’s Shaun Parnis.&nbsp;India’s weightlifting team will also feature Rishikanta Singh in the men’s 60kg final and Raja Muthupandi in the men’s 65kg final.&nbsp;In artistic gymnastics, Yogeshwar Singh and Tapan Mohanty will compete in the men’s all-around final.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-zim-3rd-t20i-when-and-where-to-watch-live-streaming-in-india-1785038553227">IND vs ZIM, 3rd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India?</a>&nbsp;In boxing, Preeti Pawar will begin her campaign in the women’s 54kg Round of 16 against Malawi’s Deborah Mtenje. Jadumani Singh will face Pakistan’s Sumama Rehman in the men’s 55kg Round of 16, while Aditya Pratap Yadav will take on Uganda’s Nuhu Batte in the men’s 65kg Round of 16.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/hungarian-grand-prix-lando-norris-denies-lewis-hamilton-record-10th-pole-in-thrilling-finish-1785001712365">Hungarian Grand Prix: Lando Norris denies Lewis Hamilton record 10th pole in thrilling finish</a>&nbsp;In swimming, India’s men’s 4x200m freestyle relay team of Srihari Nataraj, Aryan Nehra, Aneesh S. Gowda and Dhakshan Shashikumar will compete in the heats. If they qualify, they will return later in the day for the medal race.<h2>CWG 2026: India's schedule for Jul 26 (IST)</h2>Bowls and Para Bowls<ul><li>1:00 PM: Women's pairs, Section B - Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh take on Namibia's Diana Viljoen and Amanda Steenkamp in the sectional play.</li><li>7:15 PM: Men's singles, Section D - Putul Sonowal faces Malta's Shaun Parnis in the sectional play.</li><li>10:05 PM: Women's pairs, Section B - Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh take on England's Amy Pharaoh and Sian Honnor in the sectional play.</li></ul>Weightlifting<ul><li>2:15 PM (Medal Event): Rishikanta Singh competes in the men's 60kg final.</li><li>6:45 PM (Medal Event): Mirabai Chanu competes in the women's 48kg final.</li><li>11:15 PM (Medal Event): Raja Muthupandi competes in the men's 65kg final.</li></ul>Artistic Gymnastics<ul><li>4:30 PM (Medal Event): Yogeshwar Singh and Tapan Mohanty compete in the men's all-around final.</li></ul>Boxing<ul><li>10:45 PM: Preeti Pawar takes on Malawi's Deborah Mtenje in the women's 54kg Round of 16.</li><li>11:45 PM: Jadumani Singh faces Pakistan's Sumama Rehman in the men's 55kg Round of 16.</li><li>12:45 AM: Aditya Pratap Yadav meets Uganda's Nuhu Batte in the men's 65kg Round of 16.</li></ul>Swimming and Para Swimming<ul><li>4:39 PM: India's quartet of Srihari Nataraj, Aryan Nehra, Aneesh S. Gowda and Dhakshan Shashikumar competes in the men's 4x200m freestyle relay heats.</li><li>1:56 AM (Medal Event): India will compete in the men's 4x200m freestyle relay final, subject to qualification.</li></ul>

Here's a look at the full schedule and event timings for Indian athletes competing on Day 4 of the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow.

India will hope to increase its medal count on Sunday (Jul 26) at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, with Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanu chasing her third straight gold medal. Indian athletes will also compete in lawn bowls, boxing, weightlifting, artistic gymnastics and swimming. Mirabai, who won gold at the 2018 Gold Coast Games and the 2022 Birmingham Games, will compete in the women’s 48kg weightlifting event. Lawn bowls will also be an important event for India, as the women’s pairs team of Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh will play two Section B matches against Namibia and England and will look to secure a place in the medal rounds. In the men’s singles, Putul Sonowal will face Malta’s Shaun Parnis. India’s weightlifting team will also feature Rishikanta Singh in the men’s 60kg final and Raja Muthupandi in the men’s 65kg final. In artistic gymnastics, Yogeshwar Singh and Tapan Mohanty will compete in the men’s all-around final. Also Read - IND vs ZIM, 3rd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India? In boxing, Preeti Pawar will begin her campaign in the women’s 54kg Round of 16 against Malawi’s Deborah Mtenje. Jadumani Singh will face Pakistan’s Sumama Rehman in the men’s 55kg Round of 16, while Aditya Pratap Yadav will take on Uganda’s Nuhu Batte in the men’s 65kg Round of 16. Also Read - Hungarian Grand Prix: Lando Norris denies Lewis Hamilton record 10th pole in thrilling finish In swimming, India’s men’s 4x200m freestyle relay team of Srihari Nataraj, Aryan Nehra, Aneesh S. Gowda and Dhakshan Shashikumar will compete in the heats. If they qualify, they will return later in the day for the medal race. CWG 2026: India's schedule for Jul 26 (IST) Bowls and Para Bowls 1:00 PM: Women's pairs, Section B - Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh take on Namibia's Diana Viljoen and Amanda Steenkamp in the sectional play. 7:15 PM: Men's singles, Section D - Putul Sonowal faces Malta's Shaun Parnis in the sectional play. 10:05 PM: Women's pairs, Section B - Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh take on England's Amy Pharaoh and Sian Honnor in the sectional play. Weightlifting 2:15 PM (Medal Event): Rishikanta Singh competes in the men's 60kg final. 6:45 PM (Medal Event): Mirabai Chanu competes in the women's 48kg final. 11:15 PM (Medal Event): Raja Muthupandi competes in the men's 65kg final. Artistic Gymnastics 4:30 PM (Medal Event): Yogeshwar Singh and Tapan Mohanty compete in the men's all-around final. Boxing 10:45 PM: Preeti Pawar takes on Malawi's Deborah Mtenje in the women's 54kg Round of 16. 11:45 PM: Jadumani Singh faces Pakistan's Sumama Rehman in the men's 55kg Round of 16. 12:45 AM: Aditya Pratap Yadav meets Uganda's Nuhu Batte in the men's 65kg Round of 16. Swimming and Para Swimming 4:39 PM: India's quartet of Srihari Nataraj, Aryan Nehra, Aneesh S. Gowda and Dhakshan Shashikumar competes in the men's 4x200m freestyle relay heats. 1:56 AM (Medal Event): India will compete in the men's 4x200m freestyle relay final, subject to qualification.

Here's a look at the full schedule and event timings for Indian athletes competing on Day 4 of the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow.

Commonwealth Games 2026 Day 4: India's full schedule, medal events and match timings

India will face Zimbabwe in the third and final T20I of the series at the Harare Sports Club on Sunday (Jul 26). Led by Shreyas Iyer, the visitors have already sealed the series 2-0, while Sikandar Raza's Zimbabwe will be aiming to avoid a whitewash and finish the campaign on a positive note.&nbsp;India have dominated the series with commanding performances in both departments. In the second T20I, Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma struck fluent half-centuries to power the visitors to a formidable total before the bowlers combined effectively to keep Zimbabwe well short of the target.&nbsp;With the series finale approaching, here's a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/lebron-james-signs-with-philadelphia-76ers-eyes-one-last-nba-championship-1784917209099">LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers, eyes one last NBA championship</a><h2>IND vs ZIM, 3rd T20I: Match Details</h2><h2>When will the IND vs ZIM, 3rd T20I be played?</h2>The third T20I between India and Zimbabwe will be played on Sunday (26 Jul, 2026). The toss will take place at 4:00 pm IST.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/hungarian-grand-prix-lando-norris-denies-lewis-hamilton-record-10th-pole-in-thrilling-finish-1785001712365">Hungarian Grand Prix: Lando Norris denies Lewis Hamilton record 10th pole in thrilling finish</a><h2>Where is the match being played?</h2>The match will be held at at Harare Sports Club in Harare.<h2>Where can fans watch the match on television?</h2>The live telecast of the third T20I between India and Zimbabwe will be available on Unite8 Sports in India.<h2>Where to livestream IND vs ZIM, 3rd T20I?</h2>The livestream of the third T20I between India and Zimbabwe will be available on the FanCode app and website.<h2>Squads</h2>India: Shreyas Iyer (captain), Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Harsh Dubey, Suryansh Shedge, Yash Thakur, Prince Yadav, Mayank Yadav, Ashok Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi, Prabhsimran Singh and Rinku Singh&nbsp;Zimbabwe: Sikandar Raza (captain), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Tanaka Chivanga, Ben Curran, Brad Evans, Wessly Madhevere, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri, Milton Shumba and Tafadzwa Tsiga

As the crucial T20I clash between India and Zimbabwe approaches, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.

India will face Zimbabwe in the third and final T20I of the series at the Harare Sports Club on Sunday (Jul 26). Led by Shreyas Iyer, the visitors have already sealed the series 2-0, while Sikandar Raza's Zimbabwe will be aiming to avoid a whitewash and finish the campaign on a positive note. India have dominated the series with commanding performances in both departments. In the second T20I, Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma struck fluent half-centuries to power the visitors to a formidable total before the bowlers combined effectively to keep Zimbabwe well short of the target. With the series finale approaching, here's a look at the live streaming details for fans in India. Also Read - LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers, eyes one last NBA championship IND vs ZIM, 3rd T20I: Match Details When will the IND vs ZIM, 3rd T20I be played? The third T20I between India and Zimbabwe will be played on Sunday (26 Jul, 2026). The toss will take place at 4:00 pm IST. Also Read - Hungarian Grand Prix: Lando Norris denies Lewis Hamilton record 10th pole in thrilling finish Where is the match being played? The match will be held at at Harare Sports Club in Harare. Where can fans watch the match on television? The live telecast of the third T20I between India and Zimbabwe will be available on Unite8 Sports in India. Where to livestream IND vs ZIM, 3rd T20I? The livestream of the third T20I between India and Zimbabwe will be available on the FanCode app and website. Squads India: Shreyas Iyer (captain), Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Harsh Dubey, Suryansh Shedge, Yash Thakur, Prince Yadav, Mayank Yadav, Ashok Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi, Prabhsimran Singh and Rinku Singh Zimbabwe: Sikandar Raza (captain), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Tanaka Chivanga, Ben Curran, Brad Evans, Wessly Madhevere, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri, Milton Shumba and Tafadzwa Tsiga

As the crucial T20I clash between India and Zimbabwe approaches, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.

IND vs ZIM, 3rd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India?

World champion Lando Norris produced a stunning final lap to snatch pole position for the Hungarian Grand Prix, edging Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton by just 0.012 seconds in a thrilling qualifying session at the Hungaroring on Saturday. The McLaren driver clocked a best time of 1:17.207, securing his first pole position of the 2026 Formula 1 season and denying Hamilton a record-extending 10th pole at the Budapest circuit.&nbsp;Ferrari's Charles Leclerc qualified third, while championship leader Kimi Antonelli put his Mercedes fourth, 0.260 seconds behind Norris. Oscar Piastri completed the top five for McLaren, ahead of four-time world champion Max Verstappen in the Red Bull. "I am very happy to be back on top," said Norris. "It was a tough session and these guys (Ferrari) were very quick. It's been tough all weekend, but we have been quick and our upgrades have helped – it's so nice to be on pole especially at this track."&nbsp;Hamilton came agonisingly close to becoming the oldest Formula 1 pole-sitter since Mario Andretti at the 1982 Italian Grand Prix, but ultimately fell short despite leading after the opening runs in Q3. "Congratulations to Lando," said Hamilton. "I think we did a great job all weekend and we were solid in qualifying, but going out first was not the right call. On top of that, the grip just wasn't there for Charles and I at the end. We were quickest, but it got away from us ultimately."&nbsp;Leclerc admitted changing conditions caught Ferrari off guard. “There was quite a bit of wind change today and I didn't anticipate it well. It was all a bit messy.” Qualifying began in scorching conditions, with track temperatures reaching 52°C. Ferrari opted to send both Hamilton and Leclerc out on medium tyres in Q1, and Hamilton immediately topped the timesheets with a 1:18.730 lap before Leclerc's effort was deleted for exceeding track limits.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/why-was-tulika-maan-withdrawn-from-the-commonwealth-games-explained-what-happened-whereabouts-rules-and-what-happens-next-1784997078500">Why was Tulika Maan withdrawn from the Commonwealth Games? Explained: What happened, whereabouts rules, and what happens next</a>&nbsp;McLaren responded on soft tyres, with Norris setting the fastest time ahead of Verstappen and Antonelli, while Aston Martin celebrated Fernando Alonso reaching Q2 for the first time this season. Eliminated in Q1 were both Cadillacs, both Williams cars, Aston Martin's Lance Stroll and Haas rookie Oliver Bearman. Q2 saw Hamilton once again emerge as the quickest with a 1:17.931 lap. Racing Bulls' Isack Hadjar recovered from a spin at Turn 12 to briefly go fastest before Norris reclaimed the top spot. Leclerc also squeezed into the final shootout with a late improvement.&nbsp;Liam Lawson, both Alpine drivers, Audi's Gabriel Bortoleto, Haas' Esteban Ocon and Alonso were knocked out in the second segment. In Q3, Hamilton grabbed provisional pole with a 1:17.219 lap, leading Norris by a tenth after the first flying runs. Ferrari sent both drivers out early for their final attempts, but neither improved.&nbsp;Verstappen spun at Turn 13 during the closing moments, briefly bringing out yellow flags that disrupted several drivers. Norris, however, had already begun his decisive lap and delivered a flawless final sector to claim the 17th pole position of his Formula 1 career and his second at the Hungaroring.

Lando Norris clinched a dramatic Hungarian Grand Prix pole position, beating Lewis Hamilton by 0.012 seconds as Ferrari narrowly missed a record 10th Budapest pole. Read the full qualifying report

World champion Lando Norris produced a stunning final lap to snatch pole position for the Hungarian Grand Prix, edging Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton by just 0.012 seconds in a thrilling qualifying session at the Hungaroring on Saturday. The McLaren driver clocked a best time of 1:17.207, securing his first pole position of the 2026 Formula 1 season and denying Hamilton a record-extending 10th pole at the Budapest circuit. Ferrari's Charles Leclerc qualified third, while championship leader Kimi Antonelli put his Mercedes fourth, 0.260 seconds behind Norris. Oscar Piastri completed the top five for McLaren, ahead of four-time world champion Max Verstappen in the Red Bull. "I am very happy to be back on top," said Norris. "It was a tough session and these guys (Ferrari) were very quick. It's been tough all weekend, but we have been quick and our upgrades have helped – it's so nice to be on pole especially at this track." Hamilton came agonisingly close to becoming the oldest Formula 1 pole-sitter since Mario Andretti at the 1982 Italian Grand Prix, but ultimately fell short despite leading after the opening runs in Q3. "Congratulations to Lando," said Hamilton. "I think we did a great job all weekend and we were solid in qualifying, but going out first was not the right call. On top of that, the grip just wasn't there for Charles and I at the end. We were quickest, but it got away from us ultimately." Leclerc admitted changing conditions caught Ferrari off guard. “There was quite a bit of wind change today and I didn't anticipate it well. It was all a bit messy.” Qualifying began in scorching conditions, with track temperatures reaching 52°C. Ferrari opted to send both Hamilton and Leclerc out on medium tyres in Q1, and Hamilton immediately topped the timesheets with a 1:18.730 lap before Leclerc's effort was deleted for exceeding track limits. Also Read: Why was Tulika Maan withdrawn from the Commonwealth Games? Explained: What happened, whereabouts rules, and what happens next McLaren responded on soft tyres, with Norris setting the fastest time ahead of Verstappen and Antonelli, while Aston Martin celebrated Fernando Alonso reaching Q2 for the first time this season. Eliminated in Q1 were both Cadillacs, both Williams cars, Aston Martin's Lance Stroll and Haas rookie Oliver Bearman. Q2 saw Hamilton once again emerge as the quickest with a 1:17.931 lap. Racing Bulls' Isack Hadjar recovered from a spin at Turn 12 to briefly go fastest before Norris reclaimed the top spot. Leclerc also squeezed into the final shootout with a late improvement. Liam Lawson, both Alpine drivers, Audi's Gabriel Bortoleto, Haas' Esteban Ocon and Alonso were knocked out in the second segment. In Q3, Hamilton grabbed provisional pole with a 1:17.219 lap, leading Norris by a tenth after the first flying runs. Ferrari sent both drivers out early for their final attempts, but neither improved. Verstappen spun at Turn 13 during the closing moments, briefly bringing out yellow flags that disrupted several drivers. Norris, however, had already begun his decisive lap and delivered a flawless final sector to claim the 17th pole position of his Formula 1 career and his second at the Hungaroring.

Lando Norris beat Lewis Hamilton by just 0.012s to claim Hungarian Grand Prix pole position, denying Ferrari a record 10th Budapest pole

Hungarian Grand Prix: Lando Norris denies Lewis Hamilton record 10th pole in thrilling finish

Indian judoka Tulika Maan's withdrawal from the 2026 Commonwealth Games has once again highlighted one of the most stringent aspects of global anti-doping regulations—the ‘whereabouts’ system. The Commonwealth Games medallist pulled out of India's squad after the Judo Federation of India (JFI) confirmed that she had failed to comply with the mandatory whereabouts requirements, a matter that is now expected to be examined by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA). The development comes at a crucial stage in India's preparations for the Games and raises important questions about the anti-doping obligations athletes must fulfil even when they are not competing.<h2>Why was Tulika Maan withdrawn from the Commonwealth Games?</h2>Tulika Maan withdrew from India's Commonwealth Games squad after allegedly failing to disclose her whereabouts as required under anti-doping regulations. According to Judo Federation of India president Yashpal Solanki, the federation received communication regarding the issue and decided that Tulika would not travel with the Indian contingent. He also stated that the matter now falls under NADA's jurisdiction, with the anti-doping body expected to determine the next course of action.The withdrawal is administrative rather than performance-related, with the issue centering on compliance with anti-doping procedures rather than a failed drug test.<h2>What are the whereabouts rules under anti-doping regulations?</h2>The whereabouts system is a key pillar of the World Anti-Doping Agency's (WADA) anti-doping programme. Elite athletes included in a Registered Testing Pool (RTP) must regularly provide detailed information about where they can be located. This includes:<ul><li>Their residential address.</li><li>Daily training venues and timings.</li><li>Competition schedules.</li><li>Travel plans.</li><li>A specific 60-minute time slot every day during which they are guaranteed to be available for out-of-competition testing.</li></ul>The purpose of the system is to allow anti-doping officials to conduct surprise tests without prior notice. Since performance-enhancing substances can be used outside competition periods, unannounced testing is considered essential to maintaining fair play. Athletes are responsible for keeping their whereabouts information accurate and updated whenever their schedules change.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vinicius-junior-to-arsenal-gunners-eye-blockbuster-transfer-as-real-madrid-contract-talks-stall-1784974446032">Vinicius Junior to Arsenal? Gunners eye blockbuster transfer as Real Madrid contract talks stall</a><h2>What action can NADA take if an athlete violates the whereabouts rules?</h2>Under the World Anti-Doping Code, failing to comply with whereabouts requirements can itself constitute an anti-doping rule violation. There are generally two types of violations:<ul><li>Filing failures, where athletes fail to submit or update their whereabouts information correctly.</li><li>Missed tests, where doping control officers are unable to locate an athlete during the declared 60-minute testing window.</li></ul>If an athlete accumulates three whereabouts failures within a rolling 12-month period, it can amount to an anti-doping rule violation, which may attract disciplinary proceedings and a suspension if established. NADA will now examine Tulika Maan's case, determine the facts and decide whether any anti-doping rule violation has occurred under the applicable regulations. The athlete is entitled to due process before any final sanction is imposed.<h2>Could this affect Tulika Maan's future competitions?</h2>The outcome of the NADA proceedings will determine the impact on Tulika Maan's career. If no anti-doping rule violation is established, she could return to competition without any long-term consequences. However, if NADA concludes that the whereabouts failures amount to a violation under the World Anti-Doping Code, disciplinary action could affect her eligibility for future international tournaments.&nbsp;Any suspension would have implications for her preparations for upcoming events, including major international championships and qualification pathways leading to future multi-sport competitions. For now, Tulika's immediate focus is likely to be on the NADA process, with the final decision expected to determine when she can return to competitive judo.

Why did Tulika Maan withdraw from the Commonwealth Games? Here's what happened, WADA's whereabouts rules, NADA's role, and how the case could impact the Indian judoka's future

Indian judoka Tulika Maan's withdrawal from the 2026 Commonwealth Games has once again highlighted one of the most stringent aspects of global anti-doping regulations—the ‘whereabouts’ system. The Commonwealth Games medallist pulled out of India's squad after the Judo Federation of India (JFI) confirmed that she had failed to comply with the mandatory whereabouts requirements, a matter that is now expected to be examined by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA). The development comes at a crucial stage in India's preparations for the Games and raises important questions about the anti-doping obligations athletes must fulfil even when they are not competing. Why was Tulika Maan withdrawn from the Commonwealth Games? Tulika Maan withdrew from India's Commonwealth Games squad after allegedly failing to disclose her whereabouts as required under anti-doping regulations. According to Judo Federation of India president Yashpal Solanki, the federation received communication regarding the issue and decided that Tulika would not travel with the Indian contingent. He also stated that the matter now falls under NADA's jurisdiction, with the anti-doping body expected to determine the next course of action. The withdrawal is administrative rather than performance-related, with the issue centering on compliance with anti-doping procedures rather than a failed drug test. What are the whereabouts rules under anti-doping regulations? The whereabouts system is a key pillar of the World Anti-Doping Agency's (WADA) anti-doping programme. Elite athletes included in a Registered Testing Pool (RTP) must regularly provide detailed information about where they can be located. This includes: Their residential address. Daily training venues and timings. Competition schedules. Travel plans. A specific 60-minute time slot every day during which they are guaranteed to be available for out-of-competition testing. The purpose of the system is to allow anti-doping officials to conduct surprise tests without prior notice. Since performance-enhancing substances can be used outside competition periods, unannounced testing is considered essential to maintaining fair play. Athletes are responsible for keeping their whereabouts information accurate and updated whenever their schedules change. Also Read: Vinicius Junior to Arsenal? Gunners eye blockbuster transfer as Real Madrid contract talks stall What action can NADA take if an athlete violates the whereabouts rules? Under the World Anti-Doping Code, failing to comply with whereabouts requirements can itself constitute an anti-doping rule violation. There are generally two types of violations: Filing failures, where athletes fail to submit or update their whereabouts information correctly. Missed tests, where doping control officers are unable to locate an athlete during the declared 60-minute testing window. If an athlete accumulates three whereabouts failures within a rolling 12-month period, it can amount to an anti-doping rule violation, which may attract disciplinary proceedings and a suspension if established. NADA will now examine Tulika Maan's case, determine the facts and decide whether any anti-doping rule violation has occurred under the applicable regulations. The athlete is entitled to due process before any final sanction is imposed. Could this affect Tulika Maan's future competitions? The outcome of the NADA proceedings will determine the impact on Tulika Maan's career. If no anti-doping rule violation is established, she could return to competition without any long-term consequences. However, if NADA concludes that the whereabouts failures amount to a violation under the World Anti-Doping Code, disciplinary action could affect her eligibility for future international tournaments. Any suspension would have implications for her preparations for upcoming events, including major international championships and qualification pathways leading to future multi-sport competitions. For now, Tulika's immediate focus is likely to be on the NADA process, with the final decision expected to determine when she can return to competitive judo.

Indian judoka Tulika Maan was withdrawn from the Commonwealth Games over alleged whereabouts rule violations. Here's what happened, how WADA's system works, NADA's role and what lies ahead

Why was Tulika Maan withdrawn from the Commonwealth Games? Explained: What happened, whereabouts rules, and what happens next

English Premier League champions Arsenal are closely monitoring the contract situation of Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior and could make a move if the Brazilian fails to agree a new deal with the Spanish giants. The 26-year-old has emerged as one of several attacking targets being considered by the Premier League champions as they look to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season. However, discussions remain at a preliminary stage, and there is no certainty that Arsenal will formalise their interest.&nbsp;No direct talks have taken place between Arsenal and Real Madrid, but the prospect of signing Vinicius has reportedly received backing across the club's hierarchy. Vinicius has entered the final 12 months of his contract at the Santiago Bernabeu after spending eight seasons with Los Blancos. Negotiations over an extension have yet to produce a breakthrough, leaving uncertainty over his long-term future.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-zim-2nd-t20i-india-thrash-zimbabwe-by-90-runs-take-2-0-lead-in-series-1784989975992">IND vs ZIM, 2nd T20I: India thrash Zimbabwe by 90 runs; take 2-0 lead in series</a>&nbsp;Real Madrid are unlikely to risk losing one of their biggest stars on a free transfer, particularly with the forward set to earn a substantial loyalty bonus if he remains at the club next season. The Brazilian enjoyed another impressive campaign at the FIFA World Cup, featuring in all five of Brazil's matches and scoring four goals before Carlo Ancelotti's side were knocked out by Norway in the Round of 16.&nbsp;At club level, Vinicius scored 22 goals across all competitions during the 2025-26 season. Despite his contributions, Real Madrid ended the campaign without silverware for a second straight year, finishing second in La Liga, eight points behind Barcelona. Since arriving from Flamengo in 2018, Vinicius has established himself as one of Madrid's key players, making 375 appearances while contributing 128 goals and 100 assists.

Arsenal are considering a move for Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr as contract renewal talks remain unresolved. Here's the latest on the Brazilian winger's transfer future

English Premier League champions Arsenal are closely monitoring the contract situation of Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior and could make a move if the Brazilian fails to agree a new deal with the Spanish giants. The 26-year-old has emerged as one of several attacking targets being considered by the Premier League champions as they look to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season. However, discussions remain at a preliminary stage, and there is no certainty that Arsenal will formalise their interest. No direct talks have taken place between Arsenal and Real Madrid, but the prospect of signing Vinicius has reportedly received backing across the club's hierarchy. Vinicius has entered the final 12 months of his contract at the Santiago Bernabeu after spending eight seasons with Los Blancos. Negotiations over an extension have yet to produce a breakthrough, leaving uncertainty over his long-term future. Also Read: IND vs ZIM, 2nd T20I: India thrash Zimbabwe by 90 runs; take 2-0 lead in series Real Madrid are unlikely to risk losing one of their biggest stars on a free transfer, particularly with the forward set to earn a substantial loyalty bonus if he remains at the club next season. The Brazilian enjoyed another impressive campaign at the FIFA World Cup, featuring in all five of Brazil's matches and scoring four goals before Carlo Ancelotti's side were knocked out by Norway in the Round of 16. At club level, Vinicius scored 22 goals across all competitions during the 2025-26 season. Despite his contributions, Real Madrid ended the campaign without silverware for a second straight year, finishing second in La Liga, eight points behind Barcelona. Since arriving from Flamengo in 2018, Vinicius has established himself as one of Madrid's key players, making 375 appearances while contributing 128 goals and 100 assists.

Arsenal are monitoring Vinicius Jr's contract situation at Real Madrid and could launch a move if the Brazilian fails to sign a new deal

Vinicius Junior to Arsenal? Gunners eye blockbuster transfer as Real Madrid contract talks stall

India produced a dominant all-round performance to thrash Zimbabwe by 90 runs in the second T20I on Saturday (July 25), sealing the three-match series with an unbeatable 2-0 lead. After posting a formidable 219, India bundled out Zimbabwe for just 129 in 17.5 overs. The hosts made a brisk start thanks to Brian Bennett's 32 off 19 balls, which included three fours and three sixes, but suffered a dramatic collapse as wickets fell in quick succession. The third and final T20I of the series will be played on Sunday (July 26).&nbsp;Earlier in the innings, India recovered from an early wobble to post 219/5 against Zimbabwe in the second T20I, thanks to a scintillating 81 from Ishan Kishan and an unbeaten 60 from Tilak Varma. Asked to bat first, India suffered an early setback when Abhishek Sharma was dismissed for just 8 by Blessing Muzarabani in the second over. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi then lit up the powerplay with an entertaining 20 off just nine balls, hammering three fours and a six before Richard Ngarava removed him.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/history-beckons-anahat-singh-becomes-first-indian-in-21-years-to-reach-world-junior-squash-championships-final-1784984896498">History beckons! Anahat Singh becomes first Indian in 21 years to reach World Junior Squash Championships final</a>&nbsp;With India at 28/2, Ishan Kishan and captain Shreyas Iyer steadied the innings, guiding the visitors to 51/2 at the end of the powerplay. The pair kept the scoreboard ticking before Brian Bennett broke the partnership by dismissing Iyer for a 20-ball 25, leaving India at 95/3 after 10 overs. Kishan continued to anchor the innings while Tilak Varma shifted gears at the other end. The left-hander reached his 12th T20 half-century in just 31 deliveries, setting the stage for a late onslaught.&nbsp;The turning point came in the 15th over when Kishan and Tilak plundered 21 runs off Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza, taking the attack to the hosts. Tilak then raced to his ninth T20 fifty in only 23 balls, ensuring India maintained the momentum heading into the death overs. Newman Nyamhuri eventually ended Kishan's brilliant knock on the first ball of the 18th over. The wicketkeeper-batter departed after scoring 81 from 44 deliveries, an innings laced with nine fours and two sixes.&nbsp;Tilak, however, carried the charge until the end, finishing unbeaten on 60 off just 29 balls with five fours and three sixes. Rinku Singh chipped in with a quick 12 before Brad Evans dismissed him in the final over, as India concluded their innings on an imposing 219/5. For Zimbabwe, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Brian Bennett, Newman Nyamhuri and Brad Evans claimed one wicket each.

India beat Zimbabwe by 90 runs in the second T20I to seal the three-match series 2-0. Brian Bennett's quickfire start wasn't enough as India dominated with bat and ball

India produced a dominant all-round performance to thrash Zimbabwe by 90 runs in the second T20I on Saturday (July 25), sealing the three-match series with an unbeatable 2-0 lead. After posting a formidable 219, India bundled out Zimbabwe for just 129 in 17.5 overs. The hosts made a brisk start thanks to Brian Bennett's 32 off 19 balls, which included three fours and three sixes, but suffered a dramatic collapse as wickets fell in quick succession. The third and final T20I of the series will be played on Sunday (July 26). Earlier in the innings, India recovered from an early wobble to post 219/5 against Zimbabwe in the second T20I, thanks to a scintillating 81 from Ishan Kishan and an unbeaten 60 from Tilak Varma. Asked to bat first, India suffered an early setback when Abhishek Sharma was dismissed for just 8 by Blessing Muzarabani in the second over. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi then lit up the powerplay with an entertaining 20 off just nine balls, hammering three fours and a six before Richard Ngarava removed him. Also Read: History beckons! Anahat Singh becomes first Indian in 21 years to reach World Junior Squash Championships final With India at 28/2, Ishan Kishan and captain Shreyas Iyer steadied the innings, guiding the visitors to 51/2 at the end of the powerplay. The pair kept the scoreboard ticking before Brian Bennett broke the partnership by dismissing Iyer for a 20-ball 25, leaving India at 95/3 after 10 overs. Kishan continued to anchor the innings while Tilak Varma shifted gears at the other end. The left-hander reached his 12th T20 half-century in just 31 deliveries, setting the stage for a late onslaught. The turning point came in the 15th over when Kishan and Tilak plundered 21 runs off Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza, taking the attack to the hosts. Tilak then raced to his ninth T20 fifty in only 23 balls, ensuring India maintained the momentum heading into the death overs. Newman Nyamhuri eventually ended Kishan's brilliant knock on the first ball of the 18th over. The wicketkeeper-batter departed after scoring 81 from 44 deliveries, an innings laced with nine fours and two sixes. Tilak, however, carried the charge until the end, finishing unbeaten on 60 off just 29 balls with five fours and three sixes. Rinku Singh chipped in with a quick 12 before Brad Evans dismissed him in the final over, as India concluded their innings on an imposing 219/5. For Zimbabwe, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Brian Bennett, Newman Nyamhuri and Brad Evans claimed one wicket each.

India hammered Zimbabwe by 90 runs in the second T20I to clinch the series 2-0 after bowling out the hosts for 129 in a commanding display

IND vs ZIM, 2nd T20I: India thrash Zimbabwe by 90 runs; take 2-0 lead in series

India's teenage squash star Anahat Singh is just one victory away from creating history after becoming the first Indian in 21 years to reach the final of the World Junior Squash Championships. The 18-year-old defeated Egypt's Barb Sameh 11-3, 8-11, 11-4, 11-6 in the semifinal at Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada, to book her place in the championship match. Top seed Anahat has lived up to expectations throughout the tournament with a series of commanding performances. Her latest win ended India's long wait for a finalist at the prestigious event since Joshna Chinappa finished runner-up in 2005. She now has the opportunity to become the first Indian ever to win the World Junior Squash Championships.&nbsp;Standing between Anahat and the title is second seed Ruqayya Salem of Egypt, a nation that has dominated world squash for years. Victory in the final would see the Indian teenager surpass Joshna Chinappa's runner-up finish and carve her name into the sport's history books. Anahat started strongly against Sameh, racing through the opening game before the Egyptian fought back to level the contest by claiming the second. The Indian, however, responded brilliantly, regaining control with her sharp movement, accurate shot-making and aggressive attacking play to comfortably win the final two games and secure her place in the title clash.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/is-the-brazil-football-team-really-coming-to-kolkata-to-play-friendly-match-here-s-what-we-know-1784981341509">Is the Brazil football team really coming to Kolkata to play friendly match? Here's what we know</a>&nbsp;Following the victory, Anahat reflected on reaching her maiden World Junior final after previous quarterfinal and semifinal exits.“I’m really happy. I played Barb a few months ago at the British Junior Open, and it was a close match like this, so I knew I’d have to play really well,” Singh said. “I didn’t play my best yesterday, and I knew I had to come out today and show what I can do on court. I’ve played in four World Juniors and lost in the quarters and semis, so reaching the final has made my parents and coaches really happy, but the tournament’s not over yet.”&nbsp;Anahat has enjoyed a rapid rise in world squash over the past few seasons. Currently ranked world no. 20 on the PSA Tour, she has already clinched multiple PSA titles and won medals at major continental events despite still being a teenager. After claiming bronze at last year's World Junior Championships, she has returned this year with the opportunity to complete a historic title-winning campaign.

Anahat Singh reaches the World Junior Squash Championships final after defeating Barb Sameh, becoming the first Indian finalist in 21 years. The 18-year-old now faces Ruqayya Salem for a chance to become India's first-ever world junior squash champion

India's teenage squash star Anahat Singh is just one victory away from creating history after becoming the first Indian in 21 years to reach the final of the World Junior Squash Championships. The 18-year-old defeated Egypt's Barb Sameh 11-3, 8-11, 11-4, 11-6 in the semifinal at Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada, to book her place in the championship match. Top seed Anahat has lived up to expectations throughout the tournament with a series of commanding performances. Her latest win ended India's long wait for a finalist at the prestigious event since Joshna Chinappa finished runner-up in 2005. She now has the opportunity to become the first Indian ever to win the World Junior Squash Championships. Standing between Anahat and the title is second seed Ruqayya Salem of Egypt, a nation that has dominated world squash for years. Victory in the final would see the Indian teenager surpass Joshna Chinappa's runner-up finish and carve her name into the sport's history books. Anahat started strongly against Sameh, racing through the opening game before the Egyptian fought back to level the contest by claiming the second. The Indian, however, responded brilliantly, regaining control with her sharp movement, accurate shot-making and aggressive attacking play to comfortably win the final two games and secure her place in the title clash. Also Read: Is the Brazil football team really coming to Kolkata to play friendly match? Here's what we know Following the victory, Anahat reflected on reaching her maiden World Junior final after previous quarterfinal and semifinal exits. “I’m really happy. I played Barb a few months ago at the British Junior Open, and it was a close match like this, so I knew I’d have to play really well,” Singh said. “I didn’t play my best yesterday, and I knew I had to come out today and show what I can do on court. I’ve played in four World Juniors and lost in the quarters and semis, so reaching the final has made my parents and coaches really happy, but the tournament’s not over yet.” Anahat has enjoyed a rapid rise in world squash over the past few seasons. Currently ranked world no. 20 on the PSA Tour, she has already clinched multiple PSA titles and won medals at major continental events despite still being a teenager. After claiming bronze at last year's World Junior Championships, she has returned this year with the opportunity to complete a historic title-winning campaign.

Anahat Singh reaches the World Junior Squash Championships final, becoming the first Indian in 21 years to do so and moving one win from scripting history

History beckons! Anahat Singh becomes first Indian in 21 years to reach World Junior Squash Championships final

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) is in the final stages of negotiations with Indian sports organisers to host an international friendly in Kolkata, with the match likely to take place during the FIFA international window in early October 2026. According to initial reports from ESPN Brasil, later confirmed by Brazilian newspaper Estadao, only the final contractual formalities remain before the agreement is officially announced. The publication also reported that the CBF has confirmed plans to organise additional home friendlies in 2027, particularly in cities that rarely host the Brazilian national team.&nbsp;India has emerged as the frontrunner despite interest from Bangladesh, Singapore and Qatar. While all three nations submitted proposals, discussions progressed only with Indian organisers. The CBF reportedly declined requests for multiple matches in the region, citing concerns over player travel, recovery and scheduling during the international window. The proposed fixture comes after Brazil's Round of 16 exit at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where Carlo Ancelotti's side was knocked out by Norway. The Kolkata match is expected to headline a 16-day ‘Super FIFA Window’ stretching from late September to early October.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/why-indian-athletes-are-eating-sushi-ramen-and-udon-before-the-2026-asian-games-1784979814978">Why Indian athletes are eating sushi, ramen and udon before the 2026 Asian Games</a>&nbsp;If the deal is completed, it will mark one of Brazil's most significant appearances in Kolkata and further strengthen the city's long-standing connection with South American football. During the recently concluded FIFA World Cup, Kolkata embraced Brazilian football culture once again, with murals of Neymar and Vinicius Junior decorating several parts of the city, especially in north Kolkata. The match would also revive memories of one of Indian football's most iconic moments.&nbsp;&nbsp;In September 1977, Brazilian legend Pele played at Eden Gardens when the New York Cosmos faced Mohun Bagan, creating a lasting bond between Kolkata and Brazilian football. For football fans in the city, the prospect of watching the famous yellow-and-green jerseys on home soil would be a landmark moment, potentially ending a wait of nearly five decades for Brazil's return.

Brazil are set to play an international friendly in Kolkata in October 2026 as the CBF nears a final agreement with Indian organisers. The historic match could mark Brazil's return to the city nearly 50 years after Pele's iconic visit

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) is in the final stages of negotiations with Indian sports organisers to host an international friendly in Kolkata, with the match likely to take place during the FIFA international window in early October 2026. According to initial reports from ESPN Brasil, later confirmed by Brazilian newspaper Estadao, only the final contractual formalities remain before the agreement is officially announced. The publication also reported that the CBF has confirmed plans to organise additional home friendlies in 2027, particularly in cities that rarely host the Brazilian national team. India has emerged as the frontrunner despite interest from Bangladesh, Singapore and Qatar. While all three nations submitted proposals, discussions progressed only with Indian organisers. The CBF reportedly declined requests for multiple matches in the region, citing concerns over player travel, recovery and scheduling during the international window. The proposed fixture comes after Brazil's Round of 16 exit at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where Carlo Ancelotti's side was knocked out by Norway. The Kolkata match is expected to headline a 16-day ‘Super FIFA Window’ stretching from late September to early October. Also Read: Why Indian athletes are eating sushi, ramen and udon before the 2026 Asian Games If the deal is completed, it will mark one of Brazil's most significant appearances in Kolkata and further strengthen the city's long-standing connection with South American football. During the recently concluded FIFA World Cup, Kolkata embraced Brazilian football culture once again, with murals of Neymar and Vinicius Junior decorating several parts of the city, especially in north Kolkata. The match would also revive memories of one of Indian football's most iconic moments. In September 1977, Brazilian legend Pele played at Eden Gardens when the New York Cosmos faced Mohun Bagan, creating a lasting bond between Kolkata and Brazilian football. For football fans in the city, the prospect of watching the famous yellow-and-green jerseys on home soil would be a landmark moment, potentially ending a wait of nearly five decades for Brazil's return.

Brazil are close to finalising an October 2026 international friendly in Kolkata, with India emerging ahead of Bangladesh, Qatar and Singapore

Is the Brazil football team really coming to Kolkata to play friendly match? Here's what we know

From Virat Kohli to SuryaKumar Yadav, here's a look at the top five Indian batters fastest to 1000 runs in T20 Internationals. The list also contains players like KL Rahul, Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma.

From Virat Kohli to SuryaKumar Yadav, here's a look at the top five Indian batters fastest to 1000 runs in T20 Internationals. The list also includes KL Rahul, Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma.

Meet top 5 Indian batters fastest to 1000 runs in T20Is

Indian athletes preparing for the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya are being introduced to Japanese cuisine well before they travel to the host nation. The Sports Authority of India (SAI) Southern Centre in Bengaluru has incorporated traditional Japanese dishes into its daily meal plan to help athletes gradually adapt to the food they are likely to encounter during the Games. The initiative is designed to reduce the risk of dietary discomfort and energy loss during competition, challenges Indian athletes have experienced at previous international events.&nbsp;&nbsp;The revamped menu includes dishes such as Avocado and Cucumber Uramaki, Charred Hamachi, Shoyu Chicken Broth, Udon Noodles and traditional Japanese rolls, creating an izakaya-style dining experience. The move follows lessons learned from the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and Paris 2024 Games, where several Indian athletes struggled to adapt to local cuisine. During the Paris Paralympics, support staff even shipped 1,800 energy bars overseas to help athletes meet their daily nutritional requirements.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-top-5-highest-run-scorers-in-t20-cricket-kieron-pollard-jos-buttler-chris-gayle-alex-hales-david-warner-1784970599804">Meet top 5 highest run-scorers in T20 cricket</a>

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"The primary objective is to make sure our athletes do not face difficulty with food in Japan or have their performance suffer because of a sudden change in diet," said V Jeyaraj, Executive Chef at SAI NSSC. Jeyaraj, who has previously worked with the military and luxury international kitchens, said the culinary team is striving to recreate nearly 90% of the food profile athletes are expected to find in the Games Village.&nbsp;To ensure a smooth transition, SAI has adopted a phased approach instead of introducing a completely new diet overnight. The process began with Japanese desserts and rolls during high tea sessions, allowing athletes to become familiar with new flavours. It was then expanded to include appetizers before regular meals, followed by full-fledged Japanese main courses, including dedicated sushi, sashimi and ramen counters.&nbsp;SAI had earlier implemented a similar food adaptation strategy when the Indian hockey team toured Chile last year. The meal programme is being run under stringent food safety standards at the Bengaluru centre's FSSAI five-star-rated kitchen. The facility is assessed across 97 food safety and hygiene parameters, covering everything from ingredient storage and cooking practices to segregation and sanitation, ensuring athletes maintain optimal gut health and nutrition throughout their acclimatisation period.

Ahead of the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, SAI has introduced Japanese cuisine for Indian athletes to improve dietary adaptation, nutrition and performance during the Games

Indian athletes preparing for the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya are being introduced to Japanese cuisine well before they travel to the host nation. The Sports Authority of India (SAI) Southern Centre in Bengaluru has incorporated traditional Japanese dishes into its daily meal plan to help athletes gradually adapt to the food they are likely to encounter during the Games. The initiative is designed to reduce the risk of dietary discomfort and energy loss during competition, challenges Indian athletes have experienced at previous international events. The revamped menu includes dishes such as Avocado and Cucumber Uramaki, Charred Hamachi, Shoyu Chicken Broth, Udon Noodles and traditional Japanese rolls, creating an izakaya-style dining experience. The move follows lessons learned from the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and Paris 2024 Games, where several Indian athletes struggled to adapt to local cuisine. During the Paris Paralympics, support staff even shipped 1,800 energy bars overseas to help athletes meet their daily nutritional requirements. Also Read: Meet top 5 highest run-scorers in T20 cricket

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World No. 1 Jannik Sinner and 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic have pulled out of next month’s ATP Montreal Masters, Tennis Canada confirmed on Friday. Both players had long runs at Wimbledon earlier this month. Sinner won the men’s singles title, while Djokovic reached the semi-finals.&nbsp;“After carefully considering all the factors together with my team, we have made the difficult decision to withdraw from Montreal,” Sinner said in a statement. “It is never easy to miss such an important event, but we believe this is the right decision to prioritise my health.”&nbsp;The ATP Masters 1000 event will be held from Aug 1 to 13 and is one of the final major tournaments before the US Open. This year, the men’s competition will take place in Montreal, while the women’s WTA 1000 event will be hosted in Toronto.&nbsp;&nbsp;Tournament organisers said they were disappointed by the late withdrawals, especially since both Sinner and Djokovic also skipped last year’s tournament in Toronto.&nbsp;“We respect their decisions and understand that, with such a demanding schedule, players’ health must remain the priority,” tournament director Valerie Tetreault said.&nbsp;“That said, we believe the frequency of these last-minute withdrawals in the last few years raises a broader issue for our sport.”&nbsp;“Masters 1000 events are among the flagship tournaments on the tour, and fans rightfully expect to see the world’s best compete.”&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jhandu-kumar-has-made-the-entire-nation-proud-pm-modi-hails-india-s-first-cwg-2026-medallist-1784960601469">'Jhandu Kumar has made the entire nation proud': PM Modi hails India's first CWG 2026 medallist</a>&nbsp;Tetreault said Tennis Canada is in talks with the ATP about possible changes to the calendar to protect the importance of Masters 1000 events while also managing players’ workload.&nbsp;Following the withdrawals, reigning French Open champion and Wimbledon finalist Alexander Zverev is expected to be the top seed. Canadian star Felix Auger-Aliassime will be the second seed.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/commonwealth-games-2026-day-3-india-s-full-schedule-medal-events-and-match-timings-1784952732660">CWG 2026 Day 3: India's full schedule, medal events &amp; match timings</a>&nbsp;Carlos Alcaraz had already withdrawn from the Montreal Masters because of a wrist injury. The Spaniard hopes to return at the Cincinnati Masters, which starts after the Canadian event.&nbsp;The US Open, the final Grand Slam of the season, will begin on Aug 30 in New York.&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic have withdrawn from the Montreal Masters, joining Carlos Alcaraz in skipping the ATP Masters 1000 event ahead of the US Open.

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner and 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic have pulled out of next month’s ATP Montreal Masters, Tennis Canada confirmed on Friday. Both players had long runs at Wimbledon earlier this month. Sinner won the men’s singles title, while Djokovic reached the semi-finals. “After carefully considering all the factors together with my team, we have made the difficult decision to withdraw from Montreal,” Sinner said in a statement. “It is never easy to miss such an important event, but we believe this is the right decision to prioritise my health.” The ATP Masters 1000 event will be held from Aug 1 to 13 and is one of the final major tournaments before the US Open. This year, the men’s competition will take place in Montreal, while the women’s WTA 1000 event will be hosted in Toronto. Tournament organisers said they were disappointed by the late withdrawals, especially since both Sinner and Djokovic also skipped last year’s tournament in Toronto. “We respect their decisions and understand that, with such a demanding schedule, players’ health must remain the priority,” tournament director Valerie Tetreault said. “That said, we believe the frequency of these last-minute withdrawals in the last few years raises a broader issue for our sport.” “Masters 1000 events are among the flagship tournaments on the tour, and fans rightfully expect to see the world’s best compete.” Also Read - 'Jhandu Kumar has made the entire nation proud': PM Modi hails India's first CWG 2026 medallist Tetreault said Tennis Canada is in talks with the ATP about possible changes to the calendar to protect the importance of Masters 1000 events while also managing players’ workload. Following the withdrawals, reigning French Open champion and Wimbledon finalist Alexander Zverev is expected to be the top seed. Canadian star Felix Auger-Aliassime will be the second seed. Also Read - CWG 2026 Day 3: India's full schedule, medal events & match timings Carlos Alcaraz had already withdrawn from the Montreal Masters because of a wrist injury. The Spaniard hopes to return at the Cincinnati Masters, which starts after the Canadian event. The US Open, the final Grand Slam of the season, will begin on Aug 30 in New York. With inputs from agencies

Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic have withdrawn from the Montreal Masters, joining Carlos Alcaraz in skipping the ATP Masters 1000 event ahead of the US Open.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Jul 25) congratulated para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar after he won India’s first medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, claiming bronze in the men’s heavyweight para powerlifting event in Glasgow. Sharing Jhandu’s picture on X, the Prime Minister praised his achievement and praised his determination.&nbsp;“A spectacular performance by Jhandu Kumar, who has opened India’s medal tally at the #CWG2026 by winning a Bronze in the Men’s Heavyweight Para Powerlifting event! Congratulations to him. His achievement is a powerful reflection of immense strength, unwavering determination and years of disciplined effort. By overcoming every challenge and excelling on the international stage, he has made the entire nation proud and inspired countless Indians,” he wrote.&nbsp;

Jhandu won the bronze medal with a best lift of 190kg, earning 130.9 points to give India its first medal at the Glasgow Games.&nbsp;He started the event with a successful lift of 181kg, scoring 124.7 points. In his second attempt, he improved to 190kg, which briefly moved him to the top of the standings.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/commonwealth-games-2026-day-3-india-s-full-schedule-medal-events-and-match-timings-1784952732660">CWG 2026 Day 3: India's full schedule, medal events &amp; match timings</a>&nbsp;Chasing the gold medal, Jhandu went for 196kg in his final attempt. The lift would have broken the Commonwealth Games record set at Birmingham 2022, but he could not complete it and finished third to secure the bronze.&nbsp;The medal also became India’s first podium finish in para powerlifting at the 2026 Commonwealth Games.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cwc-2026-jhandu-kumar-secures-india-s-first-medal-karthik-budigina-finishes-fourth-1784948318455">CWG 2026: Jhandu Kumar secures India’s first medal, Budigina finishes fourth</a>&nbsp;Earlier, Ashok narrowly missed a medal after finishing fourth in the men’s lightweight final. He recorded a personal-best lift of 200kg and scored 143.8 points. Paramjeet Kumar ended seventh in the same event with a best lift of 176kg.&nbsp;In the women’s lightweight category, Jaspreet Kaur finished sixth with a successful lift of 100kg, while Suman Devi placed seventh after lifting the same weight.&nbsp;&nbsp;In the women’s heavyweight event, Kasthuri Rajamani failed to register a valid lift as all three of her attempts were unsuccessful.&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Jhandu Kumar's inspiring journey from driving an e-rickshaw to the Commonwealth podium earned praise from PM Modi after the para powerlifter secured India's first CWG 2026 medal.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Jul 25) congratulated para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar after he won India’s first medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, claiming bronze in the men’s heavyweight para powerlifting event in Glasgow. Sharing Jhandu’s picture on X, the Prime Minister praised his achievement and praised his determination. “A spectacular performance by Jhandu Kumar, who has opened India’s medal tally at the #CWG2026 by winning a Bronze in the Men’s Heavyweight Para Powerlifting event! Congratulations to him. His achievement is a powerful reflection of immense strength, unwavering determination and years of disciplined effort. By overcoming every challenge and excelling on the international stage, he has made the entire nation proud and inspired countless Indians,” he wrote.

Jhandu Kumar's inspiring journey from driving an e-rickshaw to the Commonwealth podium earned praise from PM Modi after the para powerlifter secured India's first CWG 2026 medal.

'Jhandu Kumar has made the entire nation proud': PM Modi hails India's first CWG 2026 medallist

From Abhishek Sharma to Elton Chigumbura, here's a look at the top five batters with most sixes in India vs Zimbabwe T20s. This list also includes Brian Bennett, Suryakumar Yadav and Yashasvi Jaiswal

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India will compete in five sports on Day 3 of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Saturday (Jul 25). Alongside boxing, lawn bowls, swimming and artistic gymnastics, the Indian contingent will also begin its campaign in 3x3 wheelchair basketball. It is expected to be a relatively quiet day for India in terms of medal hopes, with no confirmed medal events featuring Indian athletes unless they qualify for the finals in artistic gymnastics or swimming.&nbsp;Boxer Sachin Siwach will be India's only representative in the ring, as he begins his campaign in the men's 60kg category after several Indian boxers received first-round byes.&nbsp;In bowls, Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh will compete in the women’s pairs event, while, Putul Sonowal will return to action in the men’s singles after winning his opening match.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-zim-2nd-t20i-when-and-where-to-watch-live-streaming-in-india-1784946994808">IND vs ZIM, 2nd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India?</a>&nbsp;India’s women’s artistic gymnastics team, featuring Pranati Nayak, Nishka Agarwal, Eshita Rewale and Protistha Samanta, will compete in the team and individual qualification events. The team will look to make a stronger impression after the Indian men’s team failed to leave a mark earlier in the Games.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cwc-2026-jhandu-kumar-secures-india-s-first-medal-karthik-budigina-finishes-fourth-1784948318455">CWG 2026: Jhandu Kumar secures India’s first medal, Karthik Budigina finishes fourth</a><h2>CWG 2026: India's schedule for Jul 25 (IST)</h2><ul><li>3:50 pm - Lawn Bowls: Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki will take on Tonga's Paris Baker and Milika Nathan in the women's pairs sectional play.</li><li>4:00 pm - Boxing: Sachin will face Canada's Keoma Al-Ahmadieh in the men's 60kg Round of 32.</li><li>4:19 pm - Swimming: Dhakshan Shashikumar (Heat 3) and Aryan Nehra (Heat 4) will compete in the men's 400m freestyle heats. The final will be held later in the night if they qualify.</li><li>4:35 pm - 3x3 Wheelchair Basketball: India's women's team, comprising Minakshi, Reena, Laxmi and Ritu, will face Wales in a Pool B group-stage match.</li><li>7:30 pm - Lawn Bowls: Putul Sonowal will compete against Malaysia's Izzat Shameer Dzulkeple in the men's singles sectional play.</li><li>8:15 pm - Artistic Gymnastics (Medal Event): Pranati Nayak, Nishka Agarwal, Protistha Samanta and Eshitaa Rewale will participate in the women's team final and individual qualification.</li><li>11:37 pm - Swimming: The men's 400m freestyle final will feature Dhakshan Shashikumar and/or Aryan Nehra, subject to qualification</li></ul>

India will aim to increase its medal tally on Day 3 of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with lawn bowls, boxing, artistic gymnastics, swimming and wheelchair basketball among the key events on Jul 25.

India will compete in five sports on Day 3 of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Saturday (Jul 25). Alongside boxing, lawn bowls, swimming and artistic gymnastics, the Indian contingent will also begin its campaign in 3x3 wheelchair basketball. It is expected to be a relatively quiet day for India in terms of medal hopes, with no confirmed medal events featuring Indian athletes unless they qualify for the finals in artistic gymnastics or swimming. Boxer Sachin Siwach will be India's only representative in the ring, as he begins his campaign in the men's 60kg category after several Indian boxers received first-round byes. In bowls, Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh will compete in the women’s pairs event, while, Putul Sonowal will return to action in the men’s singles after winning his opening match. Also Read - IND vs ZIM, 2nd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India? India’s women’s artistic gymnastics team, featuring Pranati Nayak, Nishka Agarwal, Eshita Rewale and Protistha Samanta, will compete in the team and individual qualification events. The team will look to make a stronger impression after the Indian men’s team failed to leave a mark earlier in the Games. Also Read - CWG 2026: Jhandu Kumar secures India’s first medal, Karthik Budigina finishes fourth CWG 2026: India's schedule for Jul 25 (IST) 3:50 pm - Lawn Bowls: Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki will take on Tonga's Paris Baker and Milika Nathan in the women's pairs sectional play. 4:00 pm - Boxing: Sachin will face Canada's Keoma Al-Ahmadieh in the men's 60kg Round of 32. 4:19 pm - Swimming: Dhakshan Shashikumar (Heat 3) and Aryan Nehra (Heat 4) will compete in the men's 400m freestyle heats. The final will be held later in the night if they qualify. 4:35 pm - 3x3 Wheelchair Basketball: India's women's team, comprising Minakshi, Reena, Laxmi and Ritu, will face Wales in a Pool B group-stage match. 7:30 pm - Lawn Bowls: Putul Sonowal will compete against Malaysia's Izzat Shameer Dzulkeple in the men's singles sectional play. 8:15 pm - Artistic Gymnastics (Medal Event): Pranati Nayak, Nishka Agarwal, Protistha Samanta and Eshitaa Rewale will participate in the women's team final and individual qualification. 11:37 pm - Swimming: The men's 400m freestyle final will feature Dhakshan Shashikumar and/or Aryan Nehra, subject to qualification

India will aim to increase its medal tally on Day 3 of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with lawn bowls, boxing, artistic gymnastics, swimming and wheelchair basketball among the key events on Jul 25.

Commonwealth Games 2026 Day 3: India's full schedule, medal events and match timings

India opened its medal account at the Commonwealth Games 2026 on Friday as Jhandu Kumar won a bronze medal in the men’s heavyweight para powerlifting event after an inspiring journey from battling polio and poverty to standing on the podium. The 28-year-old scored 130.9 points with successful lifts of 181kg and 190kg, securing India's first medal of the competition. In the men’s lightweight category, Ashok Malik narrowly missed a podium finish after ending fourth with 143.8 points, while Paramjeet Kumar came seventh with 135.6 points.&nbsp;Meanwhile, India had no success in the women’s events, as Kasthuri Rajamani failed to register a valid lift in the heavyweight final, while Jaspreet Kaur and Suman Devi also missed out on medals in the women’s lightweight competition.<h2>Karthik Budigina finishes fourth in para swimming</h2>India came close to another medal in para swimming as Karthik Budigina finished fourth in the men’s 100m Freestyle S13 final. He clocked 57.57 seconds, missing the podium by a narrow margin, while, the other Indian swimmer, Imam Ali, finished seventh with a time of 1:03.73.&nbsp;In the able-bodied swimming events, Srihari Nataraj failed to reach the men’s 50m backstroke final after finishing seventh in the semifinals.<h2>Jadumani Singh advances in boxing</h2>Indian boxer Jadumani Singh defeated Scotland’s Aaron Cullen in the men’s 55kg Round of 32. Despite the home support for Cullen, Jadumani dominated the contest with a strong technical performance and won by a unanimous decision.&nbsp;&nbsp;He will now face Pakistan’s Sumama Rehman in the pre-quarterfinals.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-zim-2nd-t20i-when-and-where-to-watch-live-streaming-in-india-1784946994808">IND vs ZIM, 2nd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India?</a><h2>Tapan Mohanty, Yogeshwar Singh reach gymnastics final</h2>Tapan Mohanty and Yogeshwar Singh qualified for the men’s all-around final in artistic gymnastics after finishing 17th and 18th with 71.700 and 71.400 points respectively. Their qualification is subject to the two-per-country rule.&nbsp;In the apparatus events, Swathish Kaitheri Puthalath became the second reserve for the rings final with 12.450 points, while Yogeshwar was also named second reserve for the vault final after scoring 12.600.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/lebron-james-signs-with-philadelphia-76ers-eyes-one-last-nba-championship-1784917209099">LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers, eyes one last NBA championship</a>&nbsp;India finished seventh in the men’s team event with 208.550 points, while Canada claimed the gold medal.<h2>India continue winning run in lawn bowls</h2>India recorded their second straight victory in the women’s pairs lawn bowls competition, as the pair of Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh defeated South Africa’s Thabelo Muvhango and Jacqui Janse van Rensburg 2-0 (6-4, 7-5) in their second Section B match at the Scottish Event Campus.&nbsp;Although the South African duo put up a tough fight, the Indian pair held their nerve to secure the win and move to the top of the Section B standings.

Jhandu Kumar claimed a podium finish in the men's heavyweight para powerlifting, scoring 130.9 points after successful lifts of 181kg and 190kg.

India opened its medal account at the Commonwealth Games 2026 on Friday as Jhandu Kumar won a bronze medal in the men’s heavyweight para powerlifting event after an inspiring journey from battling polio and poverty to standing on the podium. The 28-year-old scored 130.9 points with successful lifts of 181kg and 190kg, securing India's first medal of the competition. In the men’s lightweight category, Ashok Malik narrowly missed a podium finish after ending fourth with 143.8 points, while Paramjeet Kumar came seventh with 135.6 points. Meanwhile, India had no success in the women’s events, as Kasthuri Rajamani failed to register a valid lift in the heavyweight final, while Jaspreet Kaur and Suman Devi also missed out on medals in the women’s lightweight competition. Karthik Budigina finishes fourth in para swimming India came close to another medal in para swimming as Karthik Budigina finished fourth in the men’s 100m Freestyle S13 final. He clocked 57.57 seconds, missing the podium by a narrow margin, while, the other Indian swimmer, Imam Ali, finished seventh with a time of 1:03.73. In the able-bodied swimming events, Srihari Nataraj failed to reach the men’s 50m backstroke final after finishing seventh in the semifinals. Jadumani Singh advances in boxing Indian boxer Jadumani Singh defeated Scotland’s Aaron Cullen in the men’s 55kg Round of 32. Despite the home support for Cullen, Jadumani dominated the contest with a strong technical performance and won by a unanimous decision. He will now face Pakistan’s Sumama Rehman in the pre-quarterfinals. Also Read - IND vs ZIM, 2nd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India? Tapan Mohanty, Yogeshwar Singh reach gymnastics final Tapan Mohanty and Yogeshwar Singh qualified for the men’s all-around final in artistic gymnastics after finishing 17th and 18th with 71.700 and 71.400 points respectively. Their qualification is subject to the two-per-country rule. In the apparatus events, Swathish Kaitheri Puthalath became the second reserve for the rings final with 12.450 points, while Yogeshwar was also named second reserve for the vault final after scoring 12.600. Also Read - LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers, eyes one last NBA championship India finished seventh in the men’s team event with 208.550 points, while Canada claimed the gold medal. India continue winning run in lawn bowls India recorded their second straight victory in the women’s pairs lawn bowls competition, as the pair of Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh defeated South Africa’s Thabelo Muvhango and Jacqui Janse van Rensburg 2-0 (6-4, 7-5) in their second Section B match at the Scottish Event Campus. Although the South African duo put up a tough fight, the Indian pair held their nerve to secure the win and move to the top of the Section B standings.

Jhandu Kumar claimed a podium finish in the men's heavyweight para powerlifting, scoring 130.9 points after successful lifts of 181kg and 190kg.

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India will look to seal the three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe when the two teams meet in the second game at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday (Jul 25). Led by Shreyas Iyer, India took a 1-0 lead after registering a comfortable seven-wicket win in the series opener on Thursday. The victory was an important one for the three-time T20 World Cup champions, who had gone winless on their recent tours of Ireland (0-2) and England (0-4).&nbsp;&nbsp;Teenage opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stole the show with a record-breaking 19-ball half-century, becoming the youngest batter to score a T20I fifty. Fast bowler Mayank Yadav also made an impressive comeback after nearly two years out with injury, claiming 2/18.&nbsp;Ishan Kishan scored a quick 35, while captain Shreyas Iyer remained unbeaten on 28 as India chased down the 126-run target with more than six overs left.&nbsp;Zimbabwe, on the other hand, will now face a must-win match to keep the series alive ahead of Sunday's final T20I.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/lebron-james-signs-with-philadelphia-76ers-eyes-one-last-nba-championship-1784917209099">LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers, eyes one last NBA championship</a><h2>IND vs ZIM, 2nd T20I: Match Details</h2><h2>When will the IND vs ZIM, 2nd T20I be played?</h2>The second T20I between India and Zimbabwe will be played on Saturday (25 Jul, 2026). The toss will take place at 4:00 pm IST.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/one-of-my-all-time-favourite-players-jos-buttler-s-heartfelt-message-after-getting-rohit-sharma-s-signed-jersey-1784908019865">Jos Buttler shares heartfelt message after getting Rohit Sharma's signed jersey</a><h2>Where is the match being played?</h2>The match will be held at at Harare Sports Club in Harare.<h2>Where can fans watch the match on television?</h2>The live telecast of the second T20I between India and Zimbabwe will be available on Unite8 Sports in India.<h2>Where to livestream IND vs ZIM, 2nd T20I?</h2>The livestream of the second T20I between India and Zimbabwe will be available on the FanCode app and website.<h2>Squads</h2>India: Shreyas Iyer (captain), Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Harsh Dubey, Suryansh Shedge, Yash Thakur, Prince Yadav, Mayank Yadav, Ashok Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi, Prabhsimran Singh and Rinku Singh&nbsp;Zimbabwe: Sikandar Raza (captain), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Tanaka Chivanga, Ben Curran, Brad Evans, Wessly Madhevere, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri, Milton Shumba and Tafadzwa Tsiga

India will look to seal the three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe when the two teams meet in the second game at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday (Jul 25). Led by Shreyas Iyer, India took a 1-0 lead after registering a comfortable seven-wicket win in the series opener on Thursday. The victory was an important one for the three-time T20 World Cup champions, who had gone winless on their recent tours of Ireland (0-2) and England (0-4). Teenage opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stole the show with a record-breaking 19-ball half-century, becoming the youngest batter to score a T20I fifty. Fast bowler Mayank Yadav also made an impressive comeback after nearly two years out with injury, claiming 2/18. Ishan Kishan scored a quick 35, while captain Shreyas Iyer remained unbeaten on 28 as India chased down the 126-run target with more than six overs left. Zimbabwe, on the other hand, will now face a must-win match to keep the series alive ahead of Sunday's final T20I. Also Read - LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers, eyes one last NBA championship IND vs ZIM, 2nd T20I: Match Details When will the IND vs ZIM, 2nd T20I be played? The second T20I between India and Zimbabwe will be played on Saturday (25 Jul, 2026). The toss will take place at 4:00 pm IST. Also Read - Jos Buttler shares heartfelt message after getting Rohit Sharma's signed jersey Where is the match being played? The match will be held at at Harare Sports Club in Harare. Where can fans watch the match on television? The live telecast of the second T20I between India and Zimbabwe will be available on Unite8 Sports in India. Where to livestream IND vs ZIM, 2nd T20I? The livestream of the second T20I between India and Zimbabwe will be available on the FanCode app and website. Squads India: Shreyas Iyer (captain), Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Harsh Dubey, Suryansh Shedge, Yash Thakur, Prince Yadav, Mayank Yadav, Ashok Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi, Prabhsimran Singh and Rinku Singh Zimbabwe: Sikandar Raza (captain), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Tanaka Chivanga, Ben Curran, Brad Evans, Wessly Madhevere, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri, Milton Shumba and Tafadzwa Tsiga

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LeBron James has officially chosen the Philadelphia 76ers for what he says will be the final chapter of his legendary NBA career, with the four-time NBA champion hoping to deliver another title to a franchise that has been chasing championship glory for more than four decades. The 41-year-old announced the decision on Friday after weeks of speculation following his departure from the Los Angeles Lakers in free agency.&nbsp;"I believe I can help make the Philadelphia 76ers a championship team and I am so excited to energize a new fan base and start this incredible journey one last time," James posted on X. According to ESPN, citing James' agent Rich Paul, the NBA's all-time leading scorer has agreed to a two-year deal worth $8 million. James leaves the Lakers after winning the 2020 NBA championship and now aims to add another title with a Philadelphia side that has strengthened its roster by acquiring Jaylen Brown from the Boston Celtics. The Sixers will also feature NBA MVP Joel Embiid alongside star guards Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe. The veteran averaged 20.9 points per game last season but admitted retirement was a genuine possibility before deciding to continue.&nbsp;"I thought I was done when the season ended. I wasn't ready to announce it, and I knew I needed some time to really decide, but I was pretty sure I played my last game," James posted on X. “I was honest at that last press conference when I said I needed to look at myself and decide if I still love this game.” Before making his decision, James was linked with several contenders, including a return to the Cleveland Cavaliers or Miami Heat, while speculation also surrounded a potential move to the Golden State Warriors.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/one-of-my-all-time-favourite-players-jos-buttler-s-heartfelt-message-after-getting-rohit-sharma-s-signed-jersey-1784908019865">'One of my all-time favourite players': Jos Buttler's heartfelt message after getting Rohit Sharma's signed jersey</a>&nbsp;Explaining what motivated him to continue playing, James wrote, “This is my last decision.” “I'm not going for money. I'm not going for family.” "What am I really playing for at this point? I still want to sacrifice. I still want to work. I still want to grind. I still want to compete, to win and to have a chance at the feeling of winning another championship."&nbsp;The NBA superstar also thanked the franchises that shaped his remarkable career. “Thank you LA. Miami I'll forever love and Northeast Ohio will always be home!” James owns four NBA championships, winning two with the Miami Heat in 2012 and 2013, ending Cleveland's title drought in 2016, and helping the Lakers lift the trophy in 2020.&nbsp;Philadelphia, meanwhile, has not won an NBA championship since 1983. The franchise last reached the NBA Finals in 2001, when Allen Iverson led the Sixers before losing to the Lakers. Despite qualifying for the playoffs in eight of the last nine seasons, Philadelphia has repeatedly fallen short, including a second-round sweep by eventual champions New York this past season.&nbsp;The arrival of James reunites him with Embiid, his teammate during the United States' gold medal-winning campaign at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Under coach Nick Nurse, the Sixers will hope the combination of James, Embiid, Maxey and Brown can finally end the franchise's 43-year wait for another NBA title.

LeBron James has signed with the Philadelphia 76ers after leaving the Los Angeles Lakers. Read why the NBA legend chose Philadelphia, contract details, his quotes, and how the Sixers' new superteam could challenge for the championship

LeBron James has officially chosen the Philadelphia 76ers for what he says will be the final chapter of his legendary NBA career, with the four-time NBA champion hoping to deliver another title to a franchise that has been chasing championship glory for more than four decades. The 41-year-old announced the decision on Friday after weeks of speculation following his departure from the Los Angeles Lakers in free agency. "I believe I can help make the Philadelphia 76ers a championship team and I am so excited to energize a new fan base and start this incredible journey one last time," James posted on X. According to ESPN, citing James' agent Rich Paul, the NBA's all-time leading scorer has agreed to a two-year deal worth $8 million. James leaves the Lakers after winning the 2020 NBA championship and now aims to add another title with a Philadelphia side that has strengthened its roster by acquiring Jaylen Brown from the Boston Celtics. The Sixers will also feature NBA MVP Joel Embiid alongside star guards Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe. The veteran averaged 20.9 points per game last season but admitted retirement was a genuine possibility before deciding to continue. "I thought I was done when the season ended. I wasn't ready to announce it, and I knew I needed some time to really decide, but I was pretty sure I played my last game," James posted on X. “I was honest at that last press conference when I said I needed to look at myself and decide if I still love this game.” Before making his decision, James was linked with several contenders, including a return to the Cleveland Cavaliers or Miami Heat, while speculation also surrounded a potential move to the Golden State Warriors. Also Read: 'One of my all-time favourite players': Jos Buttler's heartfelt message after getting Rohit Sharma's signed jersey Explaining what motivated him to continue playing, James wrote, “This is my last decision.” “I'm not going for money. I'm not going for family.” "What am I really playing for at this point? I still want to sacrifice. I still want to work. I still want to grind. I still want to compete, to win and to have a chance at the feeling of winning another championship." The NBA superstar also thanked the franchises that shaped his remarkable career. “Thank you LA. Miami I'll forever love and Northeast Ohio will always be home!” James owns four NBA championships, winning two with the Miami Heat in 2012 and 2013, ending Cleveland's title drought in 2016, and helping the Lakers lift the trophy in 2020. Philadelphia, meanwhile, has not won an NBA championship since 1983. The franchise last reached the NBA Finals in 2001, when Allen Iverson led the Sixers before losing to the Lakers. Despite qualifying for the playoffs in eight of the last nine seasons, Philadelphia has repeatedly fallen short, including a second-round sweep by eventual champions New York this past season. The arrival of James reunites him with Embiid, his teammate during the United States' gold medal-winning campaign at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Under coach Nick Nurse, the Sixers will hope the combination of James, Embiid, Maxey and Brown can finally end the franchise's 43-year wait for another NBA title.

LeBron James signs with the Philadelphia 76ers, ending his free agency saga as the NBA legend targets one final championship run

LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers, eyes one last NBA championship

England wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler expressed his delight after receiving a signed Team India shirt from Indian batting superstar Rohit Sharma following the conclusion of the ODI series between India and England. Buttler, who has admired Rohit’s batting for years, shared a picture of the signed jersey on Instagram and revealed that it was a special addition to his collection. He wrote, "One opposition player's shirt I've always wanted. One of my all-time favourite players. Will treasure this; thank you, @rohitsharma45."&nbsp;Rohit Sharma’s brilliant performances in the ODI series reminded fans around the world of his extraordinary batting ability. After facing challenges in the opening two matches, the veteran opener delivered a stunning century in the final ODI at Lord’s, showcasing his trademark timing, elegance and class. During India’s huge chase of 388 runs, Rohit smashed 138 runs from just 110 balls, hitting 17 fours and five sixes. The knock &nbsp;marked his first-ever international century at Lord’s, the iconic venue known as the ‘Home of Cricket’.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/11-year-old-bodhana-sivanandan-sets-world-record-with-stunning-win-beats-france-s-2628-rated-grandmaster-marc-andria-maurizzi-1784905044124">11-year-old Bodhana Sivanandan sets world record with stunning win, beats France’s 2628-rated grandmaster Marc’Andria Maurizzi</a>

Rohit Sharma

&nbsp;Although India lost the series 2-1, Rohit’s breathtaking innings alongside his long-time batting partner Virat Kohli provided a memorable spectacle for cricket fans. Kohli contributed 74 runs from 60 balls, including four boundaries and three sixes, as the pair produced a remarkable batting display. Rohit finished the England ODI series with 175 runs from three matches at an average of 58.33 and a strike rate of 98.31, including one century.&nbsp;The Indian opener continues to remain among the greatest ODI batters in cricket history. In 288 matches and 280 innings, Rohit has scored 11,895 runs at an average of 48.95 and a strike rate of 93.04, with 34 centuries, 62 fifties and a career-best score of 264. He is currently seventh on the all-time ODI run-scoring chart and India’s third-highest run-scorer in the format, behind Virat Kohli (14,941 runs) and Sachin Tendulkar (18,426 runs).&nbsp;In nine ODIs this year, Rohit has scored 379 runs in nine innings at an average of 42.11, with one century and one fifty, with his highest score being 138. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will next feature in India’s ODI series against West Indies at home, scheduled from September 27 to October 3.

Jos Buttler receives a signed Team India shirt from Rohit Sharma and calls him one of his all-time favourite players after the England ODI series

England wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler expressed his delight after receiving a signed Team India shirt from Indian batting superstar Rohit Sharma following the conclusion of the ODI series between India and England. Buttler, who has admired Rohit’s batting for years, shared a picture of the signed jersey on Instagram and revealed that it was a special addition to his collection. He wrote, "One opposition player's shirt I've always wanted. One of my all-time favourite players. Will treasure this; thank you, @rohitsharma45." Rohit Sharma’s brilliant performances in the ODI series reminded fans around the world of his extraordinary batting ability. After facing challenges in the opening two matches, the veteran opener delivered a stunning century in the final ODI at Lord’s, showcasing his trademark timing, elegance and class. During India’s huge chase of 388 runs, Rohit smashed 138 runs from just 110 balls, hitting 17 fours and five sixes. The knock marked his first-ever international century at Lord’s, the iconic venue known as the ‘Home of Cricket’. Also Read: 11-year-old Bodhana Sivanandan sets world record with stunning win, beats France’s 2628-rated grandmaster Marc’Andria Maurizzi

Jos Buttler praises Rohit Sharma after receiving his signed jersey, calling the Indian legend one of his all-time favourite cricket players

'One of my all-time favourite players': Jos Buttler's heartfelt message after getting Rohit Sharma's signed jersey

England's rising chess sensation Bodhana Sivanandan continues to rewrite the record books after producing the biggest victory of her young career by defeating French Grandmaster Marc'Andria Maurizzi at the Dole Trophy in Aix-en-Provence. The 11-year-old Harrow schoolgirl stunned Maurizzi, the reigning French champion and the 2023 World Under-20 champion, in the opening round of the prestigious tournament. With a FIDE rating of 2628, Maurizzi became the highest-rated grandmaster Sivanandan has defeated to date.&nbsp;Although the French grandmaster controlled much of the game during the opening stages, the momentum shifted dramatically after move 27 when Maurizzi made a costly tactical mistake that allowed Sivanandan to win his queen, leaving him with insufficient compensation. The remarkable victory established a new world age record for the youngest girl to defeat a grandmaster rated above 2600.&nbsp;The previous record belonged to legendary Hungarian chess icon Judit Polgar, who defeated Grandmaster Lajos Portisch during the 1988 Hungarian Championship at the age of 12 years and two months. Portisch was a former World Championship challenger and one of the strongest players of his era. At just 11 years and four months old, Sivanandan also became the fifth-youngest player ever to defeat a grandmaster rated above 2600. She joins an elite list that includes Nodirbek Abdusattorov, who achieved the feat at age nine, Faustino Oro at 10, and Roman Shogdzhiev and R. Praggnanandhaa at 11 years and one month.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-world-cup-final-replay-spain-star-reacts-as-argentina-fans-80-000-signature-petition-takes-the-internet-by-storm-1784902042493">FIFA World Cup final replay? Spain star reacts as Argentina Fans' 80,000-signature petition takes the internet by storm</a>&nbsp;Sivanandan was unable to extend her winning start in the second round, where she lost to Israeli International Master Benny Aizenberg. However, she bounced back impressively in the third round by holding Israeli Grandmaster Maxim Rodshtein to a draw. Rodshtein, currently Israel's second-highest-ranked player, reached a peak FIDE rating of 2710 and has previously won both the Israeli Championship and the prestigious Rilton Cup in Stockholm.&nbsp;After six of the tournament's nine rounds, Sivanandan had collected three points against a field dominated by significantly higher-rated opponents, keeping her firmly in contention for her second Women's Grandmaster (WGM) norm. She earned her first WGM norm at the age of 10 during the same Dole Open in 2025, setting another world age record and further cementing her status as one of the brightest young talents in world chess.

England's 11-year-old chess sensation Bodhana Sivanandan set a world record after defeating 2628-rated Grandmaster Marc'Andria Maurizzi at the Dole Trophy in France

England's rising chess sensation Bodhana Sivanandan continues to rewrite the record books after producing the biggest victory of her young career by defeating French Grandmaster Marc'Andria Maurizzi at the Dole Trophy in Aix-en-Provence. The 11-year-old Harrow schoolgirl stunned Maurizzi, the reigning French champion and the 2023 World Under-20 champion, in the opening round of the prestigious tournament. With a FIDE rating of 2628, Maurizzi became the highest-rated grandmaster Sivanandan has defeated to date. Although the French grandmaster controlled much of the game during the opening stages, the momentum shifted dramatically after move 27 when Maurizzi made a costly tactical mistake that allowed Sivanandan to win his queen, leaving him with insufficient compensation. The remarkable victory established a new world age record for the youngest girl to defeat a grandmaster rated above 2600. The previous record belonged to legendary Hungarian chess icon Judit Polgar, who defeated Grandmaster Lajos Portisch during the 1988 Hungarian Championship at the age of 12 years and two months. Portisch was a former World Championship challenger and one of the strongest players of his era. At just 11 years and four months old, Sivanandan also became the fifth-youngest player ever to defeat a grandmaster rated above 2600. She joins an elite list that includes Nodirbek Abdusattorov, who achieved the feat at age nine, Faustino Oro at 10, and Roman Shogdzhiev and R. Praggnanandhaa at 11 years and one month. Also Read: FIFA World Cup final replay? Spain star reacts as Argentina Fans' 80,000-signature petition takes the internet by storm Sivanandan was unable to extend her winning start in the second round, where she lost to Israeli International Master Benny Aizenberg. However, she bounced back impressively in the third round by holding Israeli Grandmaster Maxim Rodshtein to a draw. Rodshtein, currently Israel's second-highest-ranked player, reached a peak FIDE rating of 2710 and has previously won both the Israeli Championship and the prestigious Rilton Cup in Stockholm. After six of the tournament's nine rounds, Sivanandan had collected three points against a field dominated by significantly higher-rated opponents, keeping her firmly in contention for her second Women's Grandmaster (WGM) norm. She earned her first WGM norm at the age of 10 during the same Dole Open in 2025, setting another world age record and further cementing her status as one of the brightest young talents in world chess.

England's 11-year-old chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan set a world record by defeating 2628-rated Grandmaster Marc'Andria Maurizzi

11-year-old Bodhana Sivanandan sets world record with stunning win, beats France’s 2628-rated grandmaster Marc’Andria Maurizzi

Spain defender Pedro Porro has brushed aside the growing online petition launched by Argentina fans calling for the FIFA World Cup 2026 final to be replayed following La Roja's 1-0 victory. Spain lifted their second FIFA World Cup title after defeating Argentina in extra time, with Barcelona forward Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal. While Spain controlled large portions of the contest, Argentina's challenge weakened after midfielder Enzo Fernandez was sent off, allowing the European champions to seize complete control of the match.&nbsp;Despite the result, disappointed Argentina supporters have started an online petition demanding that the World Cup final be replayed. Reports suggest the petition has already attracted more than 80,000 signatures. The petition eventually reached Pedro Porro, who was asked about it during an interview with Sport. The Tottenham Hotspur defender made it clear that the controversy does not concern him.&nbsp;"I haven't read anything about it. They are just things said from the outside," Porro said. He also suggested that the petition has no impact on him personally. According to reports from Argentina, fans believe several officiating decisions went against their team during the final. They are also demanding that any potential replay be overseen by a different referee. The petition urges FIFA to review the events of the final in the interest of transparency and sporting fairness. However, there has never been a precedent for replaying a FIFA World Cup final.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/commonwealth-games-2026-why-indian-judoka-tulika-maan-has-been-provisionally-suspended-by-nada-1784898893066">Commonwealth Games 2026: Why Indian judoka Tulika Maan has been provisionally suspended by NADA</a>

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<h2>Pedro Porro on his future ambitions</h2>Speaking about his personal goals, Porro said he remains determined to achieve even greater success in his career. "There is still a lot for me to achieve," he said. "I am a player with great ambition, and I always seek to learn more. Everyone who knows me knows that I aspire to more."&nbsp;After spending nearly two months away during the World Cup campaign, Porro admitted he was delighted to return home and celebrate with those closest to him. “I was really looking forward to coming back.” "Seeing all these people with me is the greatest gift, even winning the World Cup for them and for all the people who support me every day," he added.

Spain defender Pedro Porro reacts to Argentina fans' petition demanding a replay of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final after Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina.

Spain defender Pedro Porro has brushed aside the growing online petition launched by Argentina fans calling for the FIFA World Cup 2026 final to be replayed following La Roja's 1-0 victory. Spain lifted their second FIFA World Cup title after defeating Argentina in extra time, with Barcelona forward Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal. While Spain controlled large portions of the contest, Argentina's challenge weakened after midfielder Enzo Fernandez was sent off, allowing the European champions to seize complete control of the match. Despite the result, disappointed Argentina supporters have started an online petition demanding that the World Cup final be replayed. Reports suggest the petition has already attracted more than 80,000 signatures. The petition eventually reached Pedro Porro, who was asked about it during an interview with Sport. The Tottenham Hotspur defender made it clear that the controversy does not concern him. "I haven't read anything about it. They are just things said from the outside," Porro said. He also suggested that the petition has no impact on him personally. According to reports from Argentina, fans believe several officiating decisions went against their team during the final. They are also demanding that any potential replay be overseen by a different referee. The petition urges FIFA to review the events of the final in the interest of transparency and sporting fairness. However, there has never been a precedent for replaying a FIFA World Cup final. Also Read: Commonwealth Games 2026: Why Indian judoka Tulika Maan has been provisionally suspended by NADA

Pedro Porro dismissed Argentina fans' FIFA World Cup final replay petition after Spain's 1-0 win, saying the controversy does not concern him

FIFA World Cup final replay? Spain star reacts as Argentina Fans' 80,000-signature petition takes the internet by storm

Indian judoka Tulika Maan has been provisionally suspended by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) after being charged with an alleged violation of the National Anti-Doping Rules (NADR) 2021 related to repeated whereabouts failures. In a notification issued to the athlete, NADA said that it believes Maan may have committed an Anti-Doping Rule Violation (ADRV) under Article 2.4 of the NADR 2021, which covers failures by athletes in the Registered Testing Pool (RTP) to comply with mandatory whereabouts requirements.&nbsp;According to the notification, the results management proceedings will be conducted by NADA in accordance with the provisions of the National Anti-Doping Rules, 2021. NADA said Tulika Maan had remained continuously included in the Registered Testing Pool and had been informed through emails dated December 16, 2023, and January 22, 2026, regarding her obligation to submit accurate and timely whereabouts information through the Anti-Doping Administration and Management System (ADAMS).&nbsp;The anti-doping agency said that Doping Control Officers (DCOs) were sent to collect the athlete's sample during the locations and time slots she had provided in ADAMS. However, Maan was allegedly not present during the designated testing windows on two separate occasions. The first whereabouts failure, classified as a missed test, occurred on August 10, 2025. NADA informed the athlete about the missed test on October 10, 2025, and the failure was officially recorded on November 27, 2025.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jurgen-klopp-appointed-as-germany-coach-until-2030-says-football-can-change-a-country-1784895211732">Jurgen Klopp appointed as Germany coach until 2030, says 'football can change a country'</a>&nbsp;The second missed test took place on November 1, 2025. According to the notification, Maan was informed on February 18, 2026, while the whereabouts failure was officially recorded on May 22, 2026. NADA later issued a corrigendum to the notification on June 19, 2026. Under the World Anti-Doping Code and the National Anti-Doping Rules, any combination of three whereabouts failures, including missed tests and filing failures, within a 12-month period may constitute an anti-doping rule violation.&nbsp;NADA has alleged that Tulika Maan's case falls under Article 2.4 of the National Anti-Doping Rules and has imposed a provisional suspension while disciplinary proceedings are underway. The suspension comes as a significant setback for Indian judo ahead of the Commonwealth Games. Maan, who won the silver medal in the women's +78kg category at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, was regarded as one of India's leading medal contenders for the upcoming Glasgow Commonwealth Games. India's judo campaign is scheduled to begin on July 31, with the national contingent expected to depart for Glasgow on July 27.

Indian judoka Tulika Maan faces provisional suspension by NADA over alleged whereabouts failures ahead of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

Indian judoka Tulika Maan has been provisionally suspended by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) after being charged with an alleged violation of the National Anti-Doping Rules (NADR) 2021 related to repeated whereabouts failures. In a notification issued to the athlete, NADA said that it believes Maan may have committed an Anti-Doping Rule Violation (ADRV) under Article 2.4 of the NADR 2021, which covers failures by athletes in the Registered Testing Pool (RTP) to comply with mandatory whereabouts requirements. According to the notification, the results management proceedings will be conducted by NADA in accordance with the provisions of the National Anti-Doping Rules, 2021. NADA said Tulika Maan had remained continuously included in the Registered Testing Pool and had been informed through emails dated December 16, 2023, and January 22, 2026, regarding her obligation to submit accurate and timely whereabouts information through the Anti-Doping Administration and Management System (ADAMS). The anti-doping agency said that Doping Control Officers (DCOs) were sent to collect the athlete's sample during the locations and time slots she had provided in ADAMS. However, Maan was allegedly not present during the designated testing windows on two separate occasions. The first whereabouts failure, classified as a missed test, occurred on August 10, 2025. NADA informed the athlete about the missed test on October 10, 2025, and the failure was officially recorded on November 27, 2025. Also Read: Jurgen Klopp appointed as Germany coach until 2030, says 'football can change a country' The second missed test took place on November 1, 2025. According to the notification, Maan was informed on February 18, 2026, while the whereabouts failure was officially recorded on May 22, 2026. NADA later issued a corrigendum to the notification on June 19, 2026. Under the World Anti-Doping Code and the National Anti-Doping Rules, any combination of three whereabouts failures, including missed tests and filing failures, within a 12-month period may constitute an anti-doping rule violation. NADA has alleged that Tulika Maan's case falls under Article 2.4 of the National Anti-Doping Rules and has imposed a provisional suspension while disciplinary proceedings are underway. The suspension comes as a significant setback for Indian judo ahead of the Commonwealth Games. Maan, who won the silver medal in the women's +78kg category at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, was regarded as one of India's leading medal contenders for the upcoming Glasgow Commonwealth Games. India's judo campaign is scheduled to begin on July 31, with the national contingent expected to depart for Glasgow on July 27.

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Jurgen Klopp has said his ambition to ‘change a country’ after being officially unveiled as Germany’s new national team manager. However, he also issued a firm warning that he would walk away from the role if media scrutiny crossed the line and affected his family. Speaking during his first press conference as the successor to Julian Nagelsmann, Klopp described the Germany job as the pinnacle of his coaching career and suggested it would likely be his final position in top-level football. He also expressed regret over comments he made about Nagelsmann while working as a television pundit during the FIFA World Cup 2026.&nbsp;Germany enter a new era under Klopp after a disappointing tournament that ended with a last-32 defeat to Paraguay, extending a run of underwhelming performances since lifting the FIFA World Cup in 2014. The appointment marks Klopp’s return to coaching two years after leaving Liverpool, where he concluded a memorable nine-year spell, citing exhaustion as the reason for stepping down. Since January 2025, he has served as Red Bull’s head of global soccer, but speculation over a return to management intensified after Nagelsmann departed on 3 July.&nbsp;Klopp said his biggest objective is to rebuild the connection between Germany’s national team and its supporters, drawing on his experience of uniting fans during his time at Liverpool. “I want to create a situation where fans go home after the game and say, ‘Wow, that was cool,’” he said. “I want people to say, ‘Wow, it was worth putting the TV on for 90 minutes to see Germany play.’ I’ve lived and experienced how football can change a city. And I think it’s not only about cities, it’s also about the country. Ideally, football can change a country.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/alzarri-joseph-turns-down-west-indies-test-call-up-reveals-coach-darren-sammy-1784891772455">Alzarri Joseph turns down West Indies Test call-up, reveals coach Darren Sammy</a>&nbsp;The 59-year-old has signed a contract through the 2030 FIFA World Cup but made it clear he expects respect for his family’s privacy throughout his tenure. “I’m taking this job even though I’ve seen how you treated Nagelsmann,” he said. “I’m taking this job even though I’ve seen how you’ve treated, in England, Thomas Tuchel. The day you don’t want me any more, I’m gone, without any severance pay. If you say tomorrow: ‘He’s shit,’ tell me to my face and I’m out. If you behave badly and don’t leave my family in peace, I’m gone, I’ll just turn away.&nbsp;“Criticise me if something doesn’t work. Jurgen Klopp is not going to have any career after the national team. This is the pinnacle of my career as a coach. I will give it everything I’ve got.” Klopp also revisited a controversial joke made during television coverage of Germany’s World Cup group-stage match against Curacao alongside former international Thomas Müller. At the time, he said that Nagelsmann was ‘still’ selecting the team, a comment that drew criticism after his appointment.&nbsp;He admitted the joke was a mistake and revealed he has not spoken with Nagelsmann since taking over, while wishing his predecessor well. “We haven’t had any exchange,” he said, wishing Nagelsmann a happy 39th birthday for Thursday. “It was a joke. In retrospect it was one of the worst ‘funny’ remarks I have ever made. I feel awfully sorry, I’ve apologised a million times.It was just a rash thing to say, with no ulterior motive whatsoever, and I can only wish him the best. Now he can go on to pastures new and I’m absolutely sure he will have many opportunities to coach a big team in future.”<h2>What will be Klopp's philosophy for Germany team?</h2>Discussing his football philosophy, Klopp said Germany would focus on an attacking style built around pace and intensity while accepting the nation currently lacks the individual talent depth of some of Europe’s leading teams. “Success is performance relative to expectations,” he said. “When we ask in Germany, ‘Are we as good as France?’ and the answer is no, that’s not true. If we ask, ‘Do we have players like Dembele, Mbappe, Doue and Barcola?’, no we don’t, but we can still beat them."&nbsp;“We don’t want to play like Argentina, Spain, England or France. We want to do it the German way, very intense. Are we the no 1 team right now? No, we accept that. There are 11 teams ahead of us in the ranking. We can beat them, but for this to happen we need to play very good, very intense football.”<h2>When will be Klopp's first game as a coach and against who?</h2>Klopp’s first assignment will be a high-profile Nations League clash against the Netherlands in Amsterdam on 24 September, the opening fixture in a demanding run of four matches across just 11 days.

Jürgen Klopp unveiled as Germany manager, aims to revive the national team, rebuild fan support, and warns he'll quit if media target his family

Jurgen Klopp has said his ambition to ‘change a country’ after being officially unveiled as Germany’s new national team manager. However, he also issued a firm warning that he would walk away from the role if media scrutiny crossed the line and affected his family. Speaking during his first press conference as the successor to Julian Nagelsmann, Klopp described the Germany job as the pinnacle of his coaching career and suggested it would likely be his final position in top-level football. He also expressed regret over comments he made about Nagelsmann while working as a television pundit during the FIFA World Cup 2026. Germany enter a new era under Klopp after a disappointing tournament that ended with a last-32 defeat to Paraguay, extending a run of underwhelming performances since lifting the FIFA World Cup in 2014. The appointment marks Klopp’s return to coaching two years after leaving Liverpool, where he concluded a memorable nine-year spell, citing exhaustion as the reason for stepping down. Since January 2025, he has served as Red Bull’s head of global soccer, but speculation over a return to management intensified after Nagelsmann departed on 3 July. Klopp said his biggest objective is to rebuild the connection between Germany’s national team and its supporters, drawing on his experience of uniting fans during his time at Liverpool. “I want to create a situation where fans go home after the game and say, ‘Wow, that was cool,’” he said. “I want people to say, ‘Wow, it was worth putting the TV on for 90 minutes to see Germany play.’ I’ve lived and experienced how football can change a city. And I think it’s not only about cities, it’s also about the country. Ideally, football can change a country.” Also Read: Alzarri Joseph turns down West Indies Test call-up, reveals coach Darren Sammy The 59-year-old has signed a contract through the 2030 FIFA World Cup but made it clear he expects respect for his family’s privacy throughout his tenure. “I’m taking this job even though I’ve seen how you treated Nagelsmann,” he said. “I’m taking this job even though I’ve seen how you’ve treated, in England, Thomas Tuchel. The day you don’t want me any more, I’m gone, without any severance pay. If you say tomorrow: ‘He’s shit,’ tell me to my face and I’m out. If you behave badly and don’t leave my family in peace, I’m gone, I’ll just turn away. “Criticise me if something doesn’t work. Jurgen Klopp is not going to have any career after the national team. This is the pinnacle of my career as a coach. I will give it everything I’ve got.” Klopp also revisited a controversial joke made during television coverage of Germany’s World Cup group-stage match against Curacao alongside former international Thomas Müller. At the time, he said that Nagelsmann was ‘still’ selecting the team, a comment that drew criticism after his appointment. He admitted the joke was a mistake and revealed he has not spoken with Nagelsmann since taking over, while wishing his predecessor well. “We haven’t had any exchange,” he said, wishing Nagelsmann a happy 39th birthday for Thursday. “It was a joke. In retrospect it was one of the worst ‘funny’ remarks I have ever made. I feel awfully sorry, I’ve apologised a million times. It was just a rash thing to say, with no ulterior motive whatsoever, and I can only wish him the best. Now he can go on to pastures new and I’m absolutely sure he will have many opportunities to coach a big team in future.” What will be Klopp's philosophy for Germany team? Discussing his football philosophy, Klopp said Germany would focus on an attacking style built around pace and intensity while accepting the nation currently lacks the individual talent depth of some of Europe’s leading teams. “Success is performance relative to expectations,” he said. “When we ask in Germany, ‘Are we as good as France?’ and the answer is no, that’s not true. If we ask, ‘Do we have players like Dembele, Mbappe, Doue and Barcola?’, no we don’t, but we can still beat them." “We don’t want to play like Argentina, Spain, England or France. We want to do it the German way, very intense. Are we the no 1 team right now? No, we accept that. There are 11 teams ahead of us in the ranking. We can beat them, but for this to happen we need to play very good, very intense football.” When will be Klopp's first game as a coach and against who? Klopp’s first assignment will be a high-profile Nations League clash against the Netherlands in Amsterdam on 24 September, the opening fixture in a demanding run of four matches across just 11 days.

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