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Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand produced a dominant performance to script history at the BWF World Championships, becoming the first Indian women's doubles pair in 11 years to reach the quarterfinals. The world no. 39 Indians stunned seventh seeds Rin Iwanaga and Kie Nakanishi of Japan 21-16, 21-12 to book their place in the last eight. They will next face fourth seeds Jia Yi Fan and Zhang Shi Xian of China.&nbsp;Two-time bronze medallists Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty also kept India's medal hopes alive with a hard-fought 21-23, 21-19, 21-17 victory over Malaysia's Junaidi Arif and Yap Roy King. The Indian duo will take on third seeds Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang of China in the quarterfinals. However, it was a disappointing day in the singles events for India. Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu's bid for a sixth World Championships medal came to an end after she lost 21-11, 15-21, 21-17 to third seed Wang Zhi Yi of China. Rising Indian star Ayush Shetty was also knocked out, going down 21-19, 21-11 to Indonesia's Alwi Farhan.The contrasting results meant that Treesa-Gayatri and Satwik-Chirag carried India's hopes of extending its World Championships medal streak, which began in 2011.<h2>Treesa and Gayatri deliver a historic win</h2>Treesa and Gayatri controlled much of their match against the Japanese seventh seeds, combining aggressive attacking play with smart changes of pace. The Indians raced to a 13-9 lead in the opening game before Iwanaga and Nakanishi responded with longer rallies and forced errors from their opponents. The Japanese pair then won seven consecutive points, putting themselves in a strong position.&nbsp;But Treesa and Gayatri responded brilliantly. They regrouped immediately and produced an eight-point winning streak of their own to take the opening game. The second game was far more one-sided. Riding the momentum from the first, the Indians kept their opponents under pressure with quick drops and crosscourt smashes. They closed out the match in just 44 minutes.&nbsp;Their victory marks the first time an Indian women's doubles combination has reached the World Championships quarterfinals since Jwala Gutta and Ashwini Ponnappa achieved the feat at the 2015 edition in Jakarta. "Initially, it was neck to neck and our coaches asked us to attack. Attacking game is our strength and we were very calm when we were leading," said Gayatri. Treesa and Gayatri had previously broken into the world top 10 but were forced to deal with injuries that affected their progress. Their latest victory now puts them within two wins of a World Championships medal.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fih-women-s-hockey-world-cup-india-hold-england-to-goalless-draw-advance-to-round-2-1787241065514">FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup: India hold England to goalless draw, advance to Round 2</a><h2>Satwik-Chirag survive thriller</h2>Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty were made to work hard by Junaidi Arif and Yap Roy King. The Malaysians edged a closely contested opening game despite the Indian pair saving two game points. Satwik and Chirag then showed composure in the second game, fighting back from 16-18 down to force a decider. The final game followed a similar pattern. The Indians trailed 12-15 but levelled the scores at 17-17 before winning the next four points to secure their quarterfinal place. The victory keeps alive the hopes of the two-time bronze medallists, who will now face China's third-seeded pair Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang.<h2>Sindhu falls after gruelling battle</h2>Earlier, PV Sindhu fought for 88 minutes against third seed Wang Zhi Yi but ultimately fell short in a dramatic three-game contest.Sindhu struggled to find her rhythm in the opening game, allowing Wang to take control. The Indian responded strongly in the second, however, winning six consecutive points from 15-15 to force a decider.&nbsp;Sindhu made the better start to the final game, opening an 8-4 lead. Wang fought back to level at 9-9 before Sindhu again moved ahead 13-10. The Chinese player then capitalised on a series of errors from Sindhu to take the lead after winning five straight points. The intensity increased in the closing stages, with both players involved in several rallies lasting more than 30 shots. One 54-shot exchange at 17-18 left both competitors visibly exhausted. Wang eventually sealed victory with a crosscourt smash.&nbsp;The defeat ended Sindhu's unbeaten World Championships record against Wang and also brought her hopes of winning a sixth medal at the event to an end. "I should have stayed patient (in the third game). It was going good and I am disappointed with the final result as I should have converted the advantage," Sindhu said after the match.<h2>Ayush Shetty's campaign ends</h2>Ayush Shetty's impressive run also came to an end in the men's singles. After making headlines as a giant-killer earlier in the tournament, the Indian lost 21-19, 21-11 to Indonesia's Alwi Farhan. With Sindhu and Ayush eliminated, India's remaining medal hopes now rest heavily on the doubles combinations, with Treesa-Gayatri and Satwik-Chirag both targeting semifinal berths.<h2>Important results:</h2>Men's Singles: 7-Victor Lai (CAN) bt 13-Loh Kean Yew (SGP) 22-20, 21-18; Rasmus Gemke (DEN) bt 3-Jonatan Christie (INA) 11-21, 21-13, 21-18; 11-Alwi Farhan (INA) bt Ayush Shetty (IND) 21-19, 21-11; 10-Kodai Naraoka (JPN) bt 8-Li Shi Feng (CHN) 13-21, 23-21, 21-11Women's Singles: 1-An Se Young (KOR) bt 16-Mia Blichfeldt (DEN) 21-16, 21-10; 10-Pornpawee Chochuwong (THA) bt 4-Chen Yufei (CHN) 15-21, 25-23, 21-17; 13-Michelle Li (CAN) bt 8-Tomoka Miyazaki (JPN) 17-21, 21-16, 21-18; 2-Akane Yamaguchi (JPN) bt 14-Sim You Jin (KOR) 21-17, 21-10; 15-Line Chirstophersen (DEN) bt 6-Putri Wardani (INA) 21-18, 21-17; 3-Wang Zhi Yi (CHN) bt 9-PV Sindhu (IND) 21-11, 15-21, 21-17Men's Doubles: 5-Chirag Shetty/Satwiksairaj Rankireddy (IND) bt Junaidi Arif/Yap Roy King (MAS) 21-23, 21-19, 21-17; 3-Liang Wei Keng/Wang Chang (CHN) bt Kim Astrup/Anders Rasmussen (DEN) 22-20, 8-21, 21-19Women's doubles: Gayatri Gopichand/Treesa Jolly (IND) bt 7-Rin Iwanaga/Kie Nakanishi (JPN) 21-16, 21-12; 4-Jia Yi Fan/Zhang Shu Xian bt Hsieh Pei Shan/Hung En-Tzu (TPE) 21-11, 21-18; 13-Febriana Kusuma/Meilysa Puspitasari (INA) bt 5-Pearly Tan/Thinaah Muralitharan (MAS) 20-22, 21-18, 21-12;Mixed Doubles: 6-Guo Xin Wa/Chen Fang Hui (CHN) bt 15-Dhruv Kapila/Tanisha Crasto (IND) 21-16, 21-5; 11-Yang Po-Husan/Hu Ling Fang (TPE) bt 3-Mathias Christiansen/Alexandra Boje (DEN) 21-13, 9-21, 21-14

Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand make history at the BWF World Championships, while Satwik-Chirag reach quarters and PV Sindhu exits

Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand produced a dominant performance to script history at the BWF World Championships, becoming the first Indian women's doubles pair in 11 years to reach the quarterfinals. The world no. 39 Indians stunned seventh seeds Rin Iwanaga and Kie Nakanishi of Japan 21-16, 21-12 to book their place in the last eight. They will next face fourth seeds Jia Yi Fan and Zhang Shi Xian of China. Two-time bronze medallists Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty also kept India's medal hopes alive with a hard-fought 21-23, 21-19, 21-17 victory over Malaysia's Junaidi Arif and Yap Roy King. The Indian duo will take on third seeds Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang of China in the quarterfinals. However, it was a disappointing day in the singles events for India. Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu's bid for a sixth World Championships medal came to an end after she lost 21-11, 15-21, 21-17 to third seed Wang Zhi Yi of China. Rising Indian star Ayush Shetty was also knocked out, going down 21-19, 21-11 to Indonesia's Alwi Farhan. The contrasting results meant that Treesa-Gayatri and Satwik-Chirag carried India's hopes of extending its World Championships medal streak, which began in 2011. Treesa and Gayatri deliver a historic win Treesa and Gayatri controlled much of their match against the Japanese seventh seeds, combining aggressive attacking play with smart changes of pace. The Indians raced to a 13-9 lead in the opening game before Iwanaga and Nakanishi responded with longer rallies and forced errors from their opponents. The Japanese pair then won seven consecutive points, putting themselves in a strong position. But Treesa and Gayatri responded brilliantly. They regrouped immediately and produced an eight-point winning streak of their own to take the opening game. The second game was far more one-sided. Riding the momentum from the first, the Indians kept their opponents under pressure with quick drops and crosscourt smashes. They closed out the match in just 44 minutes. Their victory marks the first time an Indian women's doubles combination has reached the World Championships quarterfinals since Jwala Gutta and Ashwini Ponnappa achieved the feat at the 2015 edition in Jakarta. "Initially, it was neck to neck and our coaches asked us to attack. Attacking game is our strength and we were very calm when we were leading," said Gayatri. Treesa and Gayatri had previously broken into the world top 10 but were forced to deal with injuries that affected their progress. Their latest victory now puts them within two wins of a World Championships medal. Also Read: FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup: India hold England to goalless draw, advance to Round 2 Satwik-Chirag survive thriller Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty were made to work hard by Junaidi Arif and Yap Roy King. The Malaysians edged a closely contested opening game despite the Indian pair saving two game points. Satwik and Chirag then showed composure in the second game, fighting back from 16-18 down to force a decider. The final game followed a similar pattern. The Indians trailed 12-15 but levelled the scores at 17-17 before winning the next four points to secure their quarterfinal place. The victory keeps alive the hopes of the two-time bronze medallists, who will now face China's third-seeded pair Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang. Sindhu falls after gruelling battle Earlier, PV Sindhu fought for 88 minutes against third seed Wang Zhi Yi but ultimately fell short in a dramatic three-game contest. Sindhu struggled to find her rhythm in the opening game, allowing Wang to take control. The Indian responded strongly in the second, however, winning six consecutive points from 15-15 to force a decider. Sindhu made the better start to the final game, opening an 8-4 lead. Wang fought back to level at 9-9 before Sindhu again moved ahead 13-10. The Chinese player then capitalised on a series of errors from Sindhu to take the lead after winning five straight points. The intensity increased in the closing stages, with both players involved in several rallies lasting more than 30 shots. One 54-shot exchange at 17-18 left both competitors visibly exhausted. Wang eventually sealed victory with a crosscourt smash. The defeat ended Sindhu's unbeaten World Championships record against Wang and also brought her hopes of winning a sixth medal at the event to an end. "I should have stayed patient (in the third game). It was going good and I am disappointed with the final result as I should have converted the advantage," Sindhu said after the match. Ayush Shetty's campaign ends Ayush Shetty's impressive run also came to an end in the men's singles. After making headlines as a giant-killer earlier in the tournament, the Indian lost 21-19, 21-11 to Indonesia's Alwi Farhan. With Sindhu and Ayush eliminated, India's remaining medal hopes now rest heavily on the doubles combinations, with Treesa-Gayatri and Satwik-Chirag both targeting semifinal berths. Important results: Men's Singles: 7-Victor Lai (CAN) bt 13-Loh Kean Yew (SGP) 22-20, 21-18; Rasmus Gemke (DEN) bt 3-Jonatan Christie (INA) 11-21, 21-13, 21-18; 11-Alwi Farhan (INA) bt Ayush Shetty (IND) 21-19, 21-11; 10-Kodai Naraoka (JPN) bt 8-Li Shi Feng (CHN) 13-21, 23-21, 21-11 Women's Singles: 1-An Se Young (KOR) bt 16-Mia Blichfeldt (DEN) 21-16, 21-10; 10-Pornpawee Chochuwong (THA) bt 4-Chen Yufei (CHN) 15-21, 25-23, 21-17; 13-Michelle Li (CAN) bt 8-Tomoka Miyazaki (JPN) 17-21, 21-16, 21-18; 2-Akane Yamaguchi (JPN) bt 14-Sim You Jin (KOR) 21-17, 21-10; 15-Line Chirstophersen (DEN) bt 6-Putri Wardani (INA) 21-18, 21-17; 3-Wang Zhi Yi (CHN) bt 9-PV Sindhu (IND) 21-11, 15-21, 21-17 Men's Doubles: 5-Chirag Shetty/Satwiksairaj Rankireddy (IND) bt Junaidi Arif/Yap Roy King (MAS) 21-23, 21-19, 21-17; 3-Liang Wei Keng/Wang Chang (CHN) bt Kim Astrup/Anders Rasmussen (DEN) 22-20, 8-21, 21-19 Women's doubles: Gayatri Gopichand/Treesa Jolly (IND) bt 7-Rin Iwanaga/Kie Nakanishi (JPN) 21-16, 21-12; 4-Jia Yi Fan/Zhang Shu Xian bt Hsieh Pei Shan/Hung En-Tzu (TPE) 21-11, 21-18; 13-Febriana Kusuma/Meilysa Puspitasari (INA) bt 5-Pearly Tan/Thinaah Muralitharan (MAS) 20-22, 21-18, 21-12; Mixed Doubles: 6-Guo Xin Wa/Chen Fang Hui (CHN) bt 15-Dhruv Kapila/Tanisha Crasto (IND) 21-16, 21-5; 11-Yang Po-Husan/Hu Ling Fang (TPE) bt 3-Mathias Christiansen/Alexandra Boje (DEN) 21-13, 9-21, 21-14

Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand and Satwik-Chirag reach World Championships quarters, while PV Sindhu and Ayush Shetty exit in singles

BWF World Championships 2026: Treesa-Gayatri create history; Satwik-Chirag enter quarters, while Sindhu and Ayush bow out

India have advanced to the second round of the FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup 2026 after playing out a goalless draw against England in their final Pool D match. The result was enough for India to finish second in the pool behind China.&nbsp;India knew that a draw would be enough to qualify, but they did not start the match with a defensive approach, as they earned three penalty corners in the first quarter but failed to score from any of them. They also created a few field-goal chances, but Ishika and Salima Tete could not find the net, according to ESPN.&nbsp;England grew stronger as the match progressed. After an evenly fought second quarter, they dominated the third period. Similar to India’s opening match against China, they struggled to keep possession as England created repeated attacks and won several penalty corners. However, India’s defence remained strong.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bpl-t20-league-cancelled-by-bangladesh-after-heavy-financial-losses-1787239497755">BPL T20 League cancelled by Bangladesh after heavy financial losses</a>&nbsp;India entered the final quarter knowing they needed to hold on for another 15 minutes to secure their place in the next round. Bichu Devi made key saves to deny England and secure the draw.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/raised-the-bar-ab-de-villiers-picks-kohli-over-tendulkar-in-test-debate-1787235148651">‘Raised the bar’: AB de Villiers picks Kohli over Tendulkar in Test debate</a>&nbsp;India will now face the Netherlands in the opening match of the second pool phase on Friday evening.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

The draw gave India a crucial point, taking their tally to five and securing second place in the pool behind China, which earned them a spot in the next round.

India have advanced to the second round of the FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup 2026 after playing out a goalless draw against England in their final Pool D match. The result was enough for India to finish second in the pool behind China. India knew that a draw would be enough to qualify, but they did not start the match with a defensive approach, as they earned three penalty corners in the first quarter but failed to score from any of them. They also created a few field-goal chances, but Ishika and Salima Tete could not find the net, according to ESPN. England grew stronger as the match progressed. After an evenly fought second quarter, they dominated the third period. Similar to India’s opening match against China, they struggled to keep possession as England created repeated attacks and won several penalty corners. However, India’s defence remained strong. Also Read - BPL T20 League cancelled by Bangladesh after heavy financial losses India entered the final quarter knowing they needed to hold on for another 15 minutes to secure their place in the next round. Bichu Devi made key saves to deny England and secure the draw. Also Read - ‘Raised the bar’: AB de Villiers picks Kohli over Tendulkar in Test debate India will now face the Netherlands in the opening match of the second pool phase on Friday evening. With inputs from agencies

The draw gave India a crucial point, taking their tally to five and securing second place in the pool behind China, which earned them a spot in the next round.

FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup: India hold England to goalless draw, advance to Round 2

The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) will not be held this year as the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) plans to restructure the troubled T20 competition, BCB president Tamim Iqbal said on Thursday (Aug 20). The decision comes after several financial and administrative issues affected the league, including franchise rule violations, corruption allegations, unpaid payments and problems with bank guarantees.&nbsp;The BPL is one of the oldest and most popular T20 leagues, but the tournament has faced growing uncertainty in recent years. The 2025 edition was criticised for poor scheduling and logistical issues. Several players also went unpaid for an extended period, while a brief player strike added to the problems.&nbsp;“The BPL will not happen this year,” Tamim told reporters, saying the board needed to solve the existing issues before bringing the tournament back.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/raised-the-bar-ab-de-villiers-picks-kohli-over-tendulkar-in-test-debate-1787235148651">‘Raised the bar’: AB de Villiers picks Kohli over Tendulkar in Test debate</a>&nbsp;Tamim revealed that the BCB has suffered losses of around $3.3 million (approximately INR 31 crore) from the BPL over the last two years. He said the league’s financial structure must be improved before another season is organised.&nbsp;“The BPL is a great product and there is a lot of interest in it. If we can do it properly, the interest will increase even more,” Tamim said.&nbsp;“BCB is supposed to make a profit from franchise cricket, not a loss. So until we fix this, holding a tournament at a loss is not important,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-india-s-mixed-disability-team-recreates-ganguly-s-iconic-lord-s-celebration-1787227160155">WATCH | India’s mixed disability team recreates Ganguly’s Lord’s celebration</a>&nbsp;The former Bangladesh captain made it clear that the decision to skip this year’s tournament does not mean the BCB is ending the BPL. Instead, the board will use the extra time to build a stronger and more sustainable system.&nbsp;“Our intention is 1,000 percent to host BPL. But I do not want to rush. I want to do it properly; if it takes six months or 12 months, I will take that time,” he added.&nbsp;Tamim made the comments after being appointed chairman of the International Cricket Council’s newly formed Franchise League Committee. He said Bangladesh’s plans to rebuild the BPL could also provide an example for franchise cricket worldwide.&nbsp;“If franchise cricket does not run properly in my country, then stopping it, and rebuilding it, will be a big message for my committee,” he said.&nbsp;The BCB has already started talks with the current franchises and expects to complete the franchise process by Apr or May next year. The longer timeline will also give the board the opportunity to consider new teams if any existing franchise fails to meet its financial obligations.&nbsp;Tamim also said the BCB could explore the possibility of bringing foreign franchises into the BPL as part of the restructuring process.

The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) has been cancelled this year due to financial and administrative challenges, putting the popular T20 tournament on hold for the season.

The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) will not be held this year as the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) plans to restructure the troubled T20 competition, BCB president Tamim Iqbal said on Thursday (Aug 20). The decision comes after several financial and administrative issues affected the league, including franchise rule violations, corruption allegations, unpaid payments and problems with bank guarantees. The BPL is one of the oldest and most popular T20 leagues, but the tournament has faced growing uncertainty in recent years. The 2025 edition was criticised for poor scheduling and logistical issues. Several players also went unpaid for an extended period, while a brief player strike added to the problems. “The BPL will not happen this year,” Tamim told reporters, saying the board needed to solve the existing issues before bringing the tournament back. Also Read - ‘Raised the bar’: AB de Villiers picks Kohli over Tendulkar in Test debate Tamim revealed that the BCB has suffered losses of around $3.3 million (approximately INR 31 crore) from the BPL over the last two years. He said the league’s financial structure must be improved before another season is organised. “The BPL is a great product and there is a lot of interest in it. If we can do it properly, the interest will increase even more,” Tamim said. “BCB is supposed to make a profit from franchise cricket, not a loss. So until we fix this, holding a tournament at a loss is not important,” he added. Also Read - WATCH | India’s mixed disability team recreates Ganguly’s Lord’s celebration The former Bangladesh captain made it clear that the decision to skip this year’s tournament does not mean the BCB is ending the BPL. Instead, the board will use the extra time to build a stronger and more sustainable system. “Our intention is 1,000 percent to host BPL. But I do not want to rush. I want to do it properly; if it takes six months or 12 months, I will take that time,” he added. Tamim made the comments after being appointed chairman of the International Cricket Council’s newly formed Franchise League Committee. He said Bangladesh’s plans to rebuild the BPL could also provide an example for franchise cricket worldwide. “If franchise cricket does not run properly in my country, then stopping it, and rebuilding it, will be a big message for my committee,” he said. The BCB has already started talks with the current franchises and expects to complete the franchise process by Apr or May next year. The longer timeline will also give the board the opportunity to consider new teams if any existing franchise fails to meet its financial obligations. Tamim also said the BCB could explore the possibility of bringing foreign franchises into the BPL as part of the restructuring process.

The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) has been cancelled this year due to financial and administrative challenges, putting the popular T20 tournament on hold for the season.

BPL T20 League cancelled by Bangladesh after heavy financial losses

South Africa batting great AB de Villiers said former India captain Virat Kohli took Indian batting to a higher level in overseas conditions and inspired other players to perform better outside the country.&nbsp;De Villiers explained that Sachin Tendulkar was the first Indian batter to set the standard abroad, but Kohli pushed it even further. Tendulkar is the leading run-scorer in Test cricket with 15,921 runs and 51 centuries.&nbsp;&nbsp;While, Kohli, who retired from Test cricket in 2025, ended his career with 9,230 runs in 123 Tests at an average of 46.85.&nbsp;&nbsp;“I think of someone like Sachin Tendulkar way back, who started that trend for India. Yet, he wasn’t as strong as someone like Virat Kohli, who was even better. But Sachin was the first guy to show that as a subcontinent batter, you can do well in bouncy and seaming conditions. Virat took that forward and raised the bar,” said de Villiers on his YouTube channel.&nbsp;“Because of that, there are quite a few players now like [KL] Rahul and Padikkal, who have started to up that trend and follow in the footsteps of a Virat and a Sachin.”&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-india-s-mixed-disability-team-recreates-ganguly-s-iconic-lord-s-celebration-1787227160155">WATCH | India’s mixed disability team recreates Ganguly’s iconic Lord’s celebration</a>&nbsp;De Villiers, who scored 8,765 runs in 114 Tests at an average of over 50, also spoke about KL Rahul’s performances overseas and praised his technique but said the opener needs to convert his starts into bigger scores away from home.&nbsp;“KL is a guy with a sound technique and is a big asset in that Indian lineup. But he averages only 34 away from home. So you’ll expect more and that is one area where he has to work on. He has to get bigger scores once he gets in and not just get a 100 but make it a 180 because that first-ball duck and getting out to the newish ball is always around the corner. So for him, the name of the game will be to make the big scores even bigger,” said de Villiers.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/canada-coach-monty-desai-steps-down-amid-corruption-probe-1787224674348">Canada coach Monty Desai steps down amid corruption probe</a>&nbsp;The 34-year-old, Rahul, scored a useful 81 for India in the Galle Test against Sri Lanka this week, while Devdutt Padikkal hit his maiden Test century at No. 3 as India went on to win the match by 165 runs.

AB de Villiers said Sachin Tendulkar set the benchmark for India overseas, but Virat Kohli took it to another level.

South Africa batting great AB de Villiers said former India captain Virat Kohli took Indian batting to a higher level in overseas conditions and inspired other players to perform better outside the country. De Villiers explained that Sachin Tendulkar was the first Indian batter to set the standard abroad, but Kohli pushed it even further. Tendulkar is the leading run-scorer in Test cricket with 15,921 runs and 51 centuries. While, Kohli, who retired from Test cricket in 2025, ended his career with 9,230 runs in 123 Tests at an average of 46.85. “I think of someone like Sachin Tendulkar way back, who started that trend for India. Yet, he wasn’t as strong as someone like Virat Kohli, who was even better. But Sachin was the first guy to show that as a subcontinent batter, you can do well in bouncy and seaming conditions. Virat took that forward and raised the bar,” said de Villiers on his YouTube channel. “Because of that, there are quite a few players now like [KL] Rahul and Padikkal, who have started to up that trend and follow in the footsteps of a Virat and a Sachin.” Also Read - WATCH | India’s mixed disability team recreates Ganguly’s iconic Lord’s celebration De Villiers, who scored 8,765 runs in 114 Tests at an average of over 50, also spoke about KL Rahul’s performances overseas and praised his technique but said the opener needs to convert his starts into bigger scores away from home. “KL is a guy with a sound technique and is a big asset in that Indian lineup. But he averages only 34 away from home. So you’ll expect more and that is one area where he has to work on. He has to get bigger scores once he gets in and not just get a 100 but make it a 180 because that first-ball duck and getting out to the newish ball is always around the corner. So for him, the name of the game will be to make the big scores even bigger,” said de Villiers. Also Read - Canada coach Monty Desai steps down amid corruption probe The 34-year-old, Rahul, scored a useful 81 for India in the Galle Test against Sri Lanka this week, while Devdutt Padikkal hit his maiden Test century at No. 3 as India went on to win the match by 165 runs.

AB de Villiers said Sachin Tendulkar set the benchmark for India overseas, but Virat Kohli took it to another level.

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India’s mixed disability cricket team turned back the clock at Lord’s by recreating Sourav Ganguly’s iconic shirt-waving celebration from 2002 after securing a memorable win at the home of cricket. India defeated England by 118 runs in the seventh and final T20I of their mixed disability series in London on Wednesday, however, the hosts won the seven-match series 4-3.&nbsp;After the match, the Indian players and officials went to the Lord’s balcony, took off their blazers and celebrated with the Tricolour. The scenes reminded fans of Ganguly’s famous celebration after India beat England in the NatWest Trophy final at the same venue 24 years ago.&nbsp;A video shared by the Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI) showed the Indian team celebrating on the balcony.&nbsp;<h2>WATCH</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">India&#39;s Mixed Disability team celebrates its massive 118-run win over their English counterparts in a T20 match at the iconic Lord&#39;s Cricket Ground by waving their shirts like Sourav Ganguly famously did way back in 2002!! <a href="https://x.com/dcciofficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@dcciofficial</a> <a href="https://t.co/gx0cDt9CUQ">pic.twitter.com/gx0cDt9CUQ</a>&mdash; Gaurav Gupta (@toi_gauravG) <a href="https://x.com/toi_gauravG/status/2090157320840061392?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 19, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

“When India wins at Lord’s, the celebrations hit different. A moment of pure cricketing joy on the Lord’s Balcony — coats off, spirits high, and the Tricolour flying with pride. 118 runs. One unforgettable celebration,” DCCI wrote on X.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/arya-concedes-feeling-pressure-in-ipl-but-feels-proud-on-performance-1787223481540">Priyansh Arya concedes feeling pressure in IPL but 'feels proud on performance'</a>&nbsp;The celebration followed a dominant performance by India in the series finale.&nbsp;Batting first, India scored 206 for four, their highest total in the seven-match series. Arjun Gawre top-scored with 68 off 44 balls, while captain Majid Magray produced a stunning late attack, hitting an unbeaten 63 off just 19 deliveries. Sai Akash also made a valuable contribution as India posted a strong total.&nbsp;While, England struggled throughout their chase and were bowled out for just 88. Hilal Ahmad Wani was the pick of the bowlers for India with four wickets for 21 runs, while Jayesh Parmar picked up three for 14.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/infantino-faces-fresh-setback-as-senior-fifa-official-pulls-support-1787220570397">Infantino faces fresh setback as senior FIFA official pulls support</a>&nbsp;The defeat ended England’s successful series on a disappointing note. Captain Callum Flynn said his team had hoped to finish the series with a win at Lord’s.&nbsp;“Ultimately India were too good for us today, but we can be happy that we’ve won the series,” Flynn said.&nbsp;“It’s been an amazing series. The standard and the competition has risen every series we’ve had against India.”

India’s mixed disability cricket team recreated Sourav Ganguly’s iconic shirt-waving celebration at Lord’s after a 118-run win over England.

India’s mixed disability cricket team turned back the clock at Lord’s by recreating Sourav Ganguly’s iconic shirt-waving celebration from 2002 after securing a memorable win at the home of cricket. India defeated England by 118 runs in the seventh and final T20I of their mixed disability series in London on Wednesday, however, the hosts won the seven-match series 4-3. After the match, the Indian players and officials went to the Lord’s balcony, took off their blazers and celebrated with the Tricolour. The scenes reminded fans of Ganguly’s famous celebration after India beat England in the NatWest Trophy final at the same venue 24 years ago. A video shared by the Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI) showed the Indian team celebrating on the balcony. WATCH

India’s mixed disability cricket team recreated Sourav Ganguly’s iconic shirt-waving celebration at Lord’s after a 118-run win over England.

WATCH | India’s mixed disability team recreates Ganguly’s iconic Lord’s celebration

Monty Desai has left his role as Canada’s head coach after just three months, as Canadian cricket faces continued fallout from the T20 World Cup and an ongoing dispute with the ICC. Desai became interim head coach in May, soon after the team’s disappointing T20 World Cup campaign. During his short stint, he guided the side in two Cricket World Cup League 2 tri-series.&nbsp;“A short chapter, but a meaningful one,” Desai wrote on Instagram. “Grateful to Cricket Canada for the opportunity to serve as Interim Head Coach over the past three months.”&nbsp;“Every environment leaves you with learnings. This experience further strengthened my belief that sustainable performance is built through time, trust, preparation, strong relationships and collective ownership."&nbsp;&nbsp;This was Desai’s second spell with Canada, having first worked with the team in 2019. He returned after Canada lost all four of their matches at the T20 World Cup. The team’s campaign later came under investigation by the ICC Anti-Corruption Unit.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/arya-concedes-feeling-pressure-in-ipl-but-feels-proud-on-performance-1787223481540">Priyansh Arya concedes feeling pressure in IPL but 'feels proud on performance'</a>&nbsp;The investigation focused on allegations linked to Canada’s match against New Zealand. At the same time, separate issues emerged over the administration of Cricket Canada and its compliance with ICC membership rules.&nbsp;The ICC suspended funding for Cricket Canada in May and later suspended the country’s Associate membership. The board remains suspended and must meet certain conditions before it can be reinstated.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/infantino-faces-fresh-setback-as-senior-fifa-official-pulls-support-1787220570397">Infantino faces fresh setback as senior FIFA official pulls support</a>&nbsp;On the field, Canada are currently sixth in the CWC League 2 table with four matches left. The top four teams will qualify for next year’s ODI World Cup Qualifier and Canada’s next games will be against Oman and Nepal in Oman, starting Oct 9.&nbsp;The baord has begun the search for Desai’s replacement, with applications open to interested candidates until Aug 28.&nbsp;

Canada has parted ways with interim head coach Monty Desai after three months, as the cricket team remains under ICC scrutiny and battles for World Cup qualification.

Monty Desai has left his role as Canada’s head coach after just three months, as Canadian cricket faces continued fallout from the T20 World Cup and an ongoing dispute with the ICC. Desai became interim head coach in May, soon after the team’s disappointing T20 World Cup campaign. During his short stint, he guided the side in two Cricket World Cup League 2 tri-series. “A short chapter, but a meaningful one,” Desai wrote on Instagram. “Grateful to Cricket Canada for the opportunity to serve as Interim Head Coach over the past three months.” “Every environment leaves you with learnings. This experience further strengthened my belief that sustainable performance is built through time, trust, preparation, strong relationships and collective ownership." This was Desai’s second spell with Canada, having first worked with the team in 2019. He returned after Canada lost all four of their matches at the T20 World Cup. The team’s campaign later came under investigation by the ICC Anti-Corruption Unit. Also Read - Priyansh Arya concedes feeling pressure in IPL but 'feels proud on performance' The investigation focused on allegations linked to Canada’s match against New Zealand. At the same time, separate issues emerged over the administration of Cricket Canada and its compliance with ICC membership rules. The ICC suspended funding for Cricket Canada in May and later suspended the country’s Associate membership. The board remains suspended and must meet certain conditions before it can be reinstated. Also Read - Infantino faces fresh setback as senior FIFA official pulls support On the field, Canada are currently sixth in the CWC League 2 table with four matches left. The top four teams will qualify for next year’s ODI World Cup Qualifier and Canada’s next games will be against Oman and Nepal in Oman, starting Oct 9. The baord has begun the search for Desai’s replacement, with applications open to interested candidates until Aug 28.

Canada has parted ways with interim head coach Monty Desai after three months, as the cricket team remains under ICC scrutiny and battles for World Cup qualification.

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Delhi boy Priyansh Arya, who became Punjab Kings' power hitter after making his debut on March 25, 2025, has maintained his formidable consistency in the IPL for the last two seasons. He scored 475 runs at a strike rate of 179.25 in the 2025 season and 364 runs in 2026. Seeing the consistency, BCCI has also selected him in the India-A squad in the Tri-Nation Series in Sri Lanka for the long-over format, where his 58-run knock against Afghanistan-A helped India-A book a place in the final.&nbsp;Recently, on the sidelines of the Delhi Premier League (DPL), where he is representing Outer Delhi Warriors, Arya spoke candidly about the mounting pressure that comes with progressing through the ranks of Indian cricket from domestic tournaments like the Delhi Premier League (DPL) to the IPL and International matches.&nbsp;Arya also reflected on how the intensity of competition builds as players climb each level of the game. When asked how much pressure he feels transitioning from domestic cricket and the DPL to international matches, Arya acknowledged that players definitely encounter mounting pressure as they play different formats. "There is pressure, of course; every cricketer feels it," he told WION.&nbsp;However, he was quick to add that this pressure acts as a reward in the sport because it makes us feel very proud. "It's a lot of fun too; if you perform under pressure, you feel very proud," he explained, highlighting the sense of accomplishment that comes from delivering results in high-stakes situations.<h3>Difficult bowler for Priyansh Arya</h3>During the conversation, he was also asked about his personal experiences facing some of the cricket's premier bowlers. When asked to name the toughest bowler, Arya did not hesitate, naming India's premier pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah. The acknowledgement of Arya comes because of Bumrah's reputation as one of the most difficult bowlers in world cricket to face. He is known for his unorthodox action, pinpoint yorkers, and ability to trouble even the most experienced batters.&nbsp;Arya's rise through the ranks from domestic cricket to a DPL and IPL contract with Punjab Kings, as well as India A selection, reflects the growing depth of young Indian batting talent emerging through small platforms like the DPL. Priyansh's entry into the IPL came after his marvellous performance in the inaugural season of the Delhi Premier League, where he amassed more than 600 runs, prompting Punjab Kings to bid for him for a massive amount of INR 3.80 CR.&nbsp;In the 2024 season of the DPL, while playing for South Delhi Superstarz, he smashed six sixes in a single over off Manan Bhardwaj, scoring 120 runs off 50 balls. He was also part of a massive 286-run stand with Ayush Badoni, who scored 165 off 55 in the same match. The inning was a monumental effort by the two young stars from Delhi.

When asked how much pressure he feels transitioning from domestic cricket and the DPL to international matches, Arya acknowledged that players definitely encounter mounting pressure as they play different formats.

Delhi boy Priyansh Arya, who became Punjab Kings' power hitter after making his debut on March 25, 2025, has maintained his formidable consistency in the IPL for the last two seasons. He scored 475 runs at a strike rate of 179.25 in the 2025 season and 364 runs in 2026. Seeing the consistency, BCCI has also selected him in the India-A squad in the Tri-Nation Series in Sri Lanka for the long-over format, where his 58-run knock against Afghanistan-A helped India-A book a place in the final. Recently, on the sidelines of the Delhi Premier League (DPL), where he is representing Outer Delhi Warriors, Arya spoke candidly about the mounting pressure that comes with progressing through the ranks of Indian cricket from domestic tournaments like the Delhi Premier League (DPL) to the IPL and International matches. Arya also reflected on how the intensity of competition builds as players climb each level of the game. When asked how much pressure he feels transitioning from domestic cricket and the DPL to international matches, Arya acknowledged that players definitely encounter mounting pressure as they play different formats. "There is pressure, of course; every cricketer feels it," he told WION. However, he was quick to add that this pressure acts as a reward in the sport because it makes us feel very proud. "It's a lot of fun too; if you perform under pressure, you feel very proud," he explained, highlighting the sense of accomplishment that comes from delivering results in high-stakes situations. Difficult bowler for Priyansh Arya During the conversation, he was also asked about his personal experiences facing some of the cricket's premier bowlers. When asked to name the toughest bowler, Arya did not hesitate, naming India's premier pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah. The acknowledgement of Arya comes because of Bumrah's reputation as one of the most difficult bowlers in world cricket to face. He is known for his unorthodox action, pinpoint yorkers, and ability to trouble even the most experienced batters. Arya's rise through the ranks from domestic cricket to a DPL and IPL contract with Punjab Kings, as well as India A selection, reflects the growing depth of young Indian batting talent emerging through small platforms like the DPL. Priyansh's entry into the IPL came after his marvellous performance in the inaugural season of the Delhi Premier League, where he amassed more than 600 runs, prompting Punjab Kings to bid for him for a massive amount of INR 3.80 CR. In the 2024 season of the DPL, while playing for South Delhi Superstarz, he smashed six sixes in a single over off Manan Bhardwaj, scoring 120 runs off 50 balls. He was also part of a massive 286-run stand with Ayush Badoni, who scored 165 off 55 in the same match. The inning was a monumental effort by the two young stars from Delhi.

When asked how much pressure he feels transitioning from domestic cricket and the DPL to international matches, Arya acknowledged that players definitely encounter mounting pressure as they play different formats.

Priyansh Arya concedes feeling pressure in IPL but 'feels proud on performance'

From Virender Sehwag to Sachin Tendulkar, here's a look at the top five Indian batters fastest to 4000 Test runs. This list also includes Sunil Gavaskar, Rahul Dravid and Cheteshwar Pujara

From Virender Sehwag to Sachin Tendulkar, here's a look at the top five Indian batters fastest to 4000 Test runs. This list also includes Sunil Gavaskar, Rahul Dravid and Cheteshwar Pujara

Meet top 5 Indian batters fastest to 4000 Test runs

A FIFA vice-president has withdrawn his support for world football body president Gianni Infantino, saying the “unexpected dismissal” of Kevin Lamour was the “final straw”.Frenchman Lamour was FIFA’s chief operating officer, but his position became difficult after he criticised Infantino last month and spoke out against his now-rejected plan to allow private investment in World Cups.&nbsp;In a letter sent to Infantino on Tuesday, FIFA vice-president and council member Sandor Csanyi of Hungary said Infantino had “lost the confidence I previously placed in you”.&nbsp;Csanyi, a billionaire businessman, banker and head of the Hungarian Football Federation (MLSZ), said, “My conviction that you are capable of continuing to lead FIFA successfully and effectively in accordance with the shared values that previously formed the basis of our cooperation has been undermined.”&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/harry-kane-wins-second-european-golden-shoe-award-and-has-no-itch-to-return-to-premier-league-1787212858836">Harry Kane wins second European Golden Shoe award and has 'no itch' to return to Premier League</a>&nbsp;The letter also mentioned “a number of controversial decisions” related to this year’s World Cup. Csanyi said Infantino had been working “on plans to outsource FIFA competitions and place them in the hands of external parties”.&nbsp;“The final straw was the unexpected dismissal of Kevin Lamour,” the letter said, adding that it “points to serious shortcomings in professional judgement, ethical standards and leadership”.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sl-ashwin-says-jadeja-not-attacking-anymore-as-suthar-steps-up-1787200098549">IND vs SL: Ashwin says 'Jadeja not attacking anymore' as Suthar steps up</a>&nbsp;On Tuesday, UEFA vice-president Laura McAllister also criticised FIFA’s decision to dismiss Lamour, saying it sent a “deeply troubling message to all of us seeking change”.

Support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino is weakening, with more national football federations and FIFA officials turning against him following COO Kevin Lamour’s departure, described by one FIFA vice-president as the “final straw.”

A FIFA vice-president has withdrawn his support for world football body president Gianni Infantino, saying the “unexpected dismissal” of Kevin Lamour was the “final straw”. Frenchman Lamour was FIFA’s chief operating officer, but his position became difficult after he criticised Infantino last month and spoke out against his now-rejected plan to allow private investment in World Cups. In a letter sent to Infantino on Tuesday, FIFA vice-president and council member Sandor Csanyi of Hungary said Infantino had “lost the confidence I previously placed in you”. Csanyi, a billionaire businessman, banker and head of the Hungarian Football Federation (MLSZ), said, “My conviction that you are capable of continuing to lead FIFA successfully and effectively in accordance with the shared values that previously formed the basis of our cooperation has been undermined.” Also Read - Harry Kane wins second European Golden Shoe award and has 'no itch' to return to Premier League The letter also mentioned “a number of controversial decisions” related to this year’s World Cup. Csanyi said Infantino had been working “on plans to outsource FIFA competitions and place them in the hands of external parties”. “The final straw was the unexpected dismissal of Kevin Lamour,” the letter said, adding that it “points to serious shortcomings in professional judgement, ethical standards and leadership”. Also Read - IND vs SL: Ashwin says 'Jadeja not attacking anymore' as Suthar steps up On Tuesday, UEFA vice-president Laura McAllister also criticised FIFA’s decision to dismiss Lamour, saying it sent a “deeply troubling message to all of us seeking change”.

Support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino is weakening, with more national football federations and FIFA officials turning against him following COO Kevin Lamour’s departure, described by one FIFA vice-president as the “final straw.”

Infantino faces fresh setback as senior FIFA official pulls support

England skipper Harry Kane, who left Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur for German Bundesliga's Bayern Munich in 2023, has won the European Golden Shoe award for most goals for second time in three seasons. He scored 36 goals for Bayern Munich, accumulating 72 points to win his second European Golden Shoe award. He had previously won the award in 2023/24 season, scoring the same number of goals for the same side. Last year, Kylian Mbappe had won the European Golden Shoe for 31 goals for Real Madrid in La Liga.<h2>Will Kane be back in Premier League?</h2>Ever since Kane left the Premier League for Bayern in 2023, the speculation about him coming back has been constant. The England striker himself admitted wanting to come back at some point but said that there's no 'itch' anymore.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-pakistan-fih-hockey-world-cup-5-3-result-1787151650355">India outclass Pakistan 5-3 to qualify for second round at FIH World Cup</a>"When I first left (Spurs), for sure it was something that I thought I’d definitely be coming back," Kane told FourFourTwo magazine after receiving the European Golden Shoe on Wednesday (Aug 19).

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">🥇 𝗚𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗘𝗡 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗘 𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗡𝗘𝗥 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 🥇 Huge congrats, <a href="https://x.com/HKane?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@HKane</a>! No one deserves this more than you! ❤️ <a href="https://t.co/Cg14rKbQZb">pic.twitter.com/Cg14rKbQZb</a>&mdash; FC Bayern München (@FCBayern) <a href="https://x.com/FCBayern/status/2090086923662414310?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 19, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

"That itch isn’t there as much anymore. I’m extremely happy here in Munich. It’s opened my eyes to a totally different world of football outside of England. I never say never but, for now, I’m concentrating on Bayern Munich, and we’ll see what the future holds."<h2>Kane in Bundesliga vs Premier League</h2>The striker has scored 98 goals for Bayern Munich in Bundesliga, three in Club World Cup, 11 in German Cup, one in German Super Cup, and 33 in UEFA Champions League. In Premier League, Kane has scored 213 goals for Spurs, 47 less than Alan Shearer's league record of 260 goals.Kane's contract with the German side has 12 months left but the striker revealed earlier this week that "both sides are relaxed" about a possible extension."We obviously said we wanted to talk after the World Cup and after my holiday. So I'm not sure exactly when, but they'll start this week, next week ... we'll start those talks. Like I've said before, we're calm, I think they're calm with the situation."

Harry Kane won his second European Golden Shoe with 36 Bayern Munich goals. Despite being 47 goals off Alan Shearer's Premier League record, Kane lacks the "itch" to return and is eyeing a contract extension.

England skipper Harry Kane, who left Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur for German Bundesliga's Bayern Munich in 2023, has won the European Golden Shoe award for most goals for second time in three seasons. He scored 36 goals for Bayern Munich, accumulating 72 points to win his second European Golden Shoe award. He had previously won the award in 2023/24 season, scoring the same number of goals for the same side. Last year, Kylian Mbappe had won the European Golden Shoe for 31 goals for Real Madrid in La Liga. Will Kane be back in Premier League? Ever since Kane left the Premier League for Bayern in 2023, the speculation about him coming back has been constant. The England striker himself admitted wanting to come back at some point but said that there's no 'itch' anymore. Also Read - India outclass Pakistan 5-3 to qualify for second round at FIH World Cup "When I first left (Spurs), for sure it was something that I thought I’d definitely be coming back," Kane told FourFourTwo magazine after receiving the European Golden Shoe on Wednesday (Aug 19).

Harry Kane won his second European Golden Shoe with 36 Bayern Munich goals. Despite being 47 goals off Alan Shearer's Premier League record, Kane lacks the "itch" to return and is eyeing a contract extension.

Harry Kane wins second European Golden Shoe award and has 'no itch' to return to Premier League

The day 1 (Aug 19) of the England vs Pakistan first Test in Headingley, Leeds saw host pacers Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue dismantling the visitors with precision. Both the pacers took five wickets each as <a href="https://www.icc-cricket.com/tournaments/world-test-championship/matches/264906/england-vs-pakistan">Pakistan were bowled out for 171</a> in the first innings. While the instance of two bowlers taking a five-wicket haul in same Test innings is very rare, what happened after was even more unique. Traditionally, the bowler who takes a five-wicket haul, keeps the match ball as a memory, but this time the ball was cut into half to give both, Robinson and Tongue one piece each to mark the occasion.<h2>Robinson, Tongue share ball after five-wicket haul vs Pakistan</h2>Robinson and Tongue became the first England pair to take five-wickets each in the same innings of a Test since Steve Harmison and Monty Panesar did so in 2006, also against Pakistan in Manchester. After the match, the ground staff split the ball in two exact halves to ensure both bowlers get to keep a piece of history with them.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Josh Tongue and Ollie Robinson have had the ball split in half so they can both have a momento from their five-wicket hauls 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏏 Brilliant picture by <a href="https://x.com/dudleyplatypus?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@dudleyplatypus</a> 📸<a href="https://x.com/hashtag/ENGvPAK?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ENGvPAK</a> <a href="https://t.co/a5yUZIvuMx">pic.twitter.com/a5yUZIvuMx</a>&mdash; England&#39;s Barmy Army 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🎺 (@TheBarmyArmy) <a href="https://x.com/TheBarmyArmy/status/2090160218004959739?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 19, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

"Robbo said we can split the ball in half," Tongue told Test Match Special. "The groundstaff have kindly done that. It’s the first time I’ve seen that happen. I’m sure I’ll be putting that up somewhere."Also read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sl-ashwin-says-jadeja-not-attacking-anymore-as-suthar-steps-up-1787200098549">IND vs SL: Ashwin says 'Jadeja not attacking anymore' as Suthar steps up</a>"Josh said it and I said: 'We actually should do that, it would be quite cool.' You don’t really have too many halves of a cricket ball, so it would be something that we never forget," Robinson added."Wayne Bentley, the team manager, took it down to the groundstaff. I said: 'Do you reckon they will be able to do it? Within five minutes he brought it back up and it was done. It’s really nice," Robinson added.<h2>England in driver seat of opening Test</h2>Robinson (5/51) and Tongue (5/46) helped England bowl Pakistan cheaply despite Imam-ul-haq (42) and Abdullah Shafique (61) adding 91 runs for the third wicket. In reply, England openers Ben Duckett (15) and Emilio Gay (33) added 36 runs for the first wicket before both of them were back in the dressing room for 48 runs. Jordan Cox (23 not out) and skipper Joe Root (37 not out) were at the crease at the close of play with England at 112/2, 59 runs behind Pakistan's first innings total.

Robinson and Tongue became the first England pair to take five-wickets each in the same innings of a Test since Steve Harminson and Monty Panesar did so in 2006, also against Pakistan in Manchester.

The day 1 (Aug 19) of the England vs Pakistan first Test in Headingley, Leeds saw host pacers Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue dismantling the visitors with precision. Both the pacers took five wickets each as Pakistan were bowled out for 171 in the first innings. While the instance of two bowlers taking a five-wicket haul in same Test innings is very rare, what happened after was even more unique. Traditionally, the bowler who takes a five-wicket haul, keeps the match ball as a memory, but this time the ball was cut into half to give both, Robinson and Tongue one piece each to mark the occasion. Robinson, Tongue share ball after five-wicket haul vs Pakistan Robinson and Tongue became the first England pair to take five-wickets each in the same innings of a Test since Steve Harmison and Monty Panesar did so in 2006, also against Pakistan in Manchester. After the match, the ground staff split the ball in two exact halves to ensure both bowlers get to keep a piece of history with them.

Robinson and Tongue became the first England pair to take five-wickets each in the same innings of a Test since Steve Harmison and Monty Panesar did so in 2006, also against Pakistan in Manchester.

ENG vs PAK, 1st Test: Robinson, Tongue split Pakistan and 'match ball' in half after day 1 heroics

Former India spinner Ravi Ashwin thinks that his long-time spin partner Ravindra Jadeja is 'no longer an attacking spinner,' but has transitioned into a solid middle-order batter with added experience with the ball. Ashwin's comments came after India's 165-run win against Sri Lanka in the first of two Tests at Galle on Wednesday (Aug 19). Jadeja did take four wickets in the match but the spotlight was on 24-year-old Manav Suthar, who took a 10-for in only his second Test match - making him <a href="Galle Jackpot: Manav Suthar becomes youngest Indian to pick 10-for in away Test">the youngest Indian</a> spinner to do so away from home.<h2>Ashwin says Jadeja no longer 'attacking'</h2>Jadeja has long been one of the mainstays of Indian spinner with other being Ashwin. The left-arm all-rounder, however, is now 90-Test old and has 352 wickets to his name, making him the most experienced active bowler in India. The 37-year-old, however, has taken a back seat to offer support in the middle overs rather leading the attack.Also Watch - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jaiswal-dickwella-ipl-deal-sledge-galle-test-wicket-1787141583916">'I’ll Take You to IPL" — How Jaiswal’s mind games trapped Dickwella</a>“Jadeja and Suthar are completely different bowlers. Suthar’s strength is the ball rotation in his hands. Jadeja will bowl to the wickets and give you control with his stock balls. I feel Jadeja is not that attacking spinner anymore. He is a batter who will give experience with the ball and I feel he has transitioned to that role, which is not such a bad thing,” Ashwin said in a video on his YouTube channel.<h2>Jadeja still remains India's prime spinner in WTC 2025-27</h2>Despite growing age and new spinners coming into the Indian team, Jadeja remains <a href="https://www.icc-cricket.com/tournaments/world-test-championship/stats">India's best spinner in the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle</a>. He has played 10 matches in the ongoing cycle, taking 29 wickets, joint-second best for India among all bowlers, tying with Jasprit Bumrah and only second to Mohammed Siraj's 41 wickets in 10 matches.Overall, Jadeja has 160 wickets in 49 WTC Tests - making him the third best Indian bowler behind Ravi Ashwin (195 wickets) and Jasprit Bumrah (185 wickets).

Ravichandran Ashwin believes Ravindra Jadeja has shifted from an attacking spinner to a solid middle-order batter who offers control and experience with the ball, despite remaining a key WTC performer.

Former India spinner Ravi Ashwin thinks that his long-time spin partner Ravindra Jadeja is 'no longer an attacking spinner,' but has transitioned into a solid middle-order batter with added experience with the ball. Ashwin's comments came after India's 165-run win against Sri Lanka in the first of two Tests at Galle on Wednesday (Aug 19). Jadeja did take four wickets in the match but the spotlight was on 24-year-old Manav Suthar, who took a 10-for in only his second Test match - making him the youngest Indian spinner to do so away from home. Ashwin says Jadeja no longer 'attacking' Jadeja has long been one of the mainstays of Indian spinner with other being Ashwin. The left-arm all-rounder, however, is now 90-Test old and has 352 wickets to his name, making him the most experienced active bowler in India. The 37-year-old, however, has taken a back seat to offer support in the middle overs rather leading the attack. Also Watch - 'I’ll Take You to IPL" — How Jaiswal’s mind games trapped Dickwella “Jadeja and Suthar are completely different bowlers. Suthar’s strength is the ball rotation in his hands. Jadeja will bowl to the wickets and give you control with his stock balls. I feel Jadeja is not that attacking spinner anymore. He is a batter who will give experience with the ball and I feel he has transitioned to that role, which is not such a bad thing,” Ashwin said in a video on his YouTube channel. Jadeja still remains India's prime spinner in WTC 2025-27 Despite growing age and new spinners coming into the Indian team, Jadeja remains India's best spinner in the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle. He has played 10 matches in the ongoing cycle, taking 29 wickets, joint-second best for India among all bowlers, tying with Jasprit Bumrah and only second to Mohammed Siraj's 41 wickets in 10 matches. Overall, Jadeja has 160 wickets in 49 WTC Tests - making him the third best Indian bowler behind Ravi Ashwin (195 wickets) and Jasprit Bumrah (185 wickets).

Ravichandran Ashwin believes Ravindra Jadeja has shifted from an attacking spinner to a solid middle-order batter who offers control and experience with the ball, despite remaining a key WTC performer.

IND vs SL: Ashwin says 'Jadeja not attacking anymore' as Suthar steps up

England's Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue shared both the wickets and the match ball as they joined forces to bowl out Pakistan on the opening day of the first Test at Headingley on Wednesday (Aug 19). The two paceman took five wickets each as Pakistan were dismissed for a meagre 171 on the first day of England's post-Bazball era, with Joe Root starting his second stint as full-time England captain following the shock international retirement of former skipper Ben Stokes.Also Watch - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jaiswal-dickwella-ipl-deal-sledge-galle-test-wicket-1787141583916">'I’ll Take You to IPL" — How Jaiswal’s mind games trapped Dickwella</a>Root rounded off a fine day on his Yorkshire home ground reaching 37 not out at stumps, with England 112-2 -- a deficit of just 59 runs.Robinson took a wicket with the very first ball of the match and dismissed four top-order batsmen in a haul of 5-51.Tongue followed up the Sussex seamer's initial burst with 5-46.Normally when a bowler takes five wickets in a Test innings, he keeps the ball for a souvenir.But with both Robinson and Tongue performing the feat on Wednesday they asked a member of the groundstaff to saw it in half.Robinson, showing off the newly-sliced ball at his post-match press conference, told reporters: "As we were walking off Tonguey said, 'I think we should split it'. I was like, 'yeah, we should actually do that, I think it'd be quite cool'."I said 'do you reckon they'll be able to do it?' and within five minutes they brought it back up and it was done."It’s one of those things that you don't really have too many halves of….half a cricket ball. It's something we'll never forget really and it's not too often two guys get five in the same innings, so it’s a nice gesture and something to remember."Robinson took a career-best seven wickets in an innings during England's first Test of their home season, against New Zealand in June.That was his first appearance for England in over two-and-a-half years, with team management long concerned about Robinson's fitness rather than his skill.The 32-year-old seamer then suffered a knee problem that meant he missed the second Test against New Zealand, with Robinson overlooked for the series finale at Trent Bridge -- a loss that ended in Stokes's dramatic exit from international duty."It was frustrating not to be able to play at the Oval, it was just a bit of a freak training injury and then I was available for Trent Bridge but not selected," said Robinson."I was ready to go but I suppose that's part of professional sport, isn't it? I've just worked really hard on a bit more fitness and a bit more skill, so it's nice when it comes off on days like today."Robinson, who recently became a father for the second time, added: "We had the newborn last Thursday at 2:00 am so I've been catching up on my sleep since I got to the hotel in Leeds."But it was a really special week last week having another baby and it almost makes today even sweeter."

The two paceman took five wickets each as Pakistan were dismissed for a meagre 171 on the first day of England's post-Bazball era, with Joe Root starting his second stint as full-time England captain.

England's Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue shared both the wickets and the match ball as they joined forces to bowl out Pakistan on the opening day of the first Test at Headingley on Wednesday (Aug 19). The two paceman took five wickets each as Pakistan were dismissed for a meagre 171 on the first day of England's post-Bazball era, with Joe Root starting his second stint as full-time England captain following the shock international retirement of former skipper Ben Stokes. Also Watch - 'I’ll Take You to IPL" — How Jaiswal’s mind games trapped Dickwella Root rounded off a fine day on his Yorkshire home ground reaching 37 not out at stumps, with England 112-2 -- a deficit of just 59 runs. Robinson took a wicket with the very first ball of the match and dismissed four top-order batsmen in a haul of 5-51. Tongue followed up the Sussex seamer's initial burst with 5-46. Normally when a bowler takes five wickets in a Test innings, he keeps the ball for a souvenir. But with both Robinson and Tongue performing the feat on Wednesday they asked a member of the groundstaff to saw it in half. Robinson, showing off the newly-sliced ball at his post-match press conference, told reporters: "As we were walking off Tonguey said, 'I think we should split it'. I was like, 'yeah, we should actually do that, I think it'd be quite cool'. "I said 'do you reckon they'll be able to do it?' and within five minutes they brought it back up and it was done. "It’s one of those things that you don't really have too many halves of….half a cricket ball. It's something we'll never forget really and it's not too often two guys get five in the same innings, so it’s a nice gesture and something to remember." Robinson took a career-best seven wickets in an innings during England's first Test of their home season, against New Zealand in June. That was his first appearance for England in over two-and-a-half years, with team management long concerned about Robinson's fitness rather than his skill. The 32-year-old seamer then suffered a knee problem that meant he missed the second Test against New Zealand, with Robinson overlooked for the series finale at Trent Bridge -- a loss that ended in Stokes's dramatic exit from international duty. "It was frustrating not to be able to play at the Oval, it was just a bit of a freak training injury and then I was available for Trent Bridge but not selected," said Robinson. "I was ready to go but I suppose that's part of professional sport, isn't it? I've just worked really hard on a bit more fitness and a bit more skill, so it's nice when it comes off on days like today." Robinson, who recently became a father for the second time, added: "We had the newborn last Thursday at 2:00 am so I've been catching up on my sleep since I got to the hotel in Leeds. "But it was a really special week last week having another baby and it almost makes today even sweeter."

The two paceman took five wickets each as Pakistan were dismissed for a meagre 171 on the first day of England's post-Bazball era, with Joe Root starting his second stint as full-time England captain.

ENG vs PAK, 1st Test: Robinson, Tounge take five wickets each as England take honours on day 1

Former world champion PV Sindhu knows she will have little room for error when she takes on familiar opponent Wang Zi Ying of China in the third round of the BWF World Championships 2026, but the Indian star is ready for the challenge. Sindhu, seeded ninth, moved into the third round with a 21-16, 21-17 win over Canada's Zhang Wen Yu on Wednesday. She will now face Wang, an opponent she has played several times before, with both players well aware of each other's game.&nbsp;“It will be difficult, obviously. There won't be any easy matches. When we are playing with top athletes, we can't expect easy matches or easy points,” Sindhu said after her second-round win. “We have to be prepared for long matches. I am ready for it. I have played against Wang Zi a lot of times. Of course, I have played against her. We know each other's game. I need to give my best and play my game.”&nbsp;Sindhu, who also reflected on her experience of playing at the World Championships, said she is hoping to produce another strong result but knows she will have to remain switched on throughout the contest. “I am hoping for a good result this time as well. I need to be prepared for everything. When you are playing against a top athlete, you can't expect easy points. You need to be prepared for those long rallies and long games,” she said. “You need to be consistent every single time. Every point matters. You can't give easy points away. I hope I give my best and be on the winning side.”&nbsp;The Indian did acknowledge that she made some unforced errors against Zhang, but felt she was able to rectify the problems during the match. She also pointed to the changing court conditions as a factor. “Today, I felt the court was different from the first day. According to my understanding, there were some unforced errors where I was hitting side outs. That's what I felt. But then I rectified and came back after 11 points in the second set as well,” Sindhu said. “I maintained it and consistently I was getting points. Going into tomorrow's match, I need to focus on playing my best, playing a safe game and being consistent.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/every-guy-needs-motherly-coaching-the-lady-luck-behind-garret-tan-s-stunning-lakshya-sen-upset-1787158651755">‘Every guy needs motherly coaching’: The lady luck behind Garret Tan’s stunning Lakshya Sen upset</a>&nbsp;For the 31-year-old, managing her body and recovery has become an increasingly important part of competing at the highest level. Sindhu believes athletes need to understand that their bodies may not always match what their minds are demanding from them. “I think recovery plays a very major role. Back then, when you were in your 20s, you could play and come back. You could keep going on and on. But after a certain time, you also need to understand. You are not 20 or 19 anymore. You need to understand your body and accordingly, smartly make those changes,” she said.&nbsp;“Today, you might play 80% tomorrow. The next day, you might play 50%. That is okay. It depends on your body. Your mind might say, I can do it. But your body might not be able to support you that way.” Sindhu stressed that sports science has become an important part of managing the demands of a long season, particularly when players have to recover quickly between gruelling matches. “That is when you accordingly make sure you see how your strain is, how your energy levels are and accordingly keep changing. That is when I feel sports science comes into picture,” she said.&nbsp;“I think that is very important for an athlete because you need to be able to manage. We have a number of tournaments. To pick and choose smartly what needs to be done. Immediately after those long matches, how do you recover faster for the next match? These are the aspects we need to focus on and be prepared.”&nbsp;&nbsp;For Sindhu, the key will be to leave mistakes behind and immediately shift focus to the next point. “It is completely okay if you make mistakes. Coming back immediately to the next point or knowing what your mistake is and accordingly discussing with your coach and coming back and focusing on the next point is important,” she said. “Because what has gone, has gone. You need to focus on what is next.”&nbsp;Sindhu also clarified her observation about the court conditions, saying the drift appeared to have changed compared to her opening-round match on Monday. “On Monday, I think the drift was on the other side is what I felt. Today, it was a little bit on the other side. That is what I felt personally. That is my personal opinion.”

PV Sindhu discusses her tough Wang Zi Ying challenge, long rallies, recovery, court conditions and India's emerging badminton stars at the 2026 World Championships

Former world champion PV Sindhu knows she will have little room for error when she takes on familiar opponent Wang Zi Ying of China in the third round of the BWF World Championships 2026, but the Indian star is ready for the challenge. Sindhu, seeded ninth, moved into the third round with a 21-16, 21-17 win over Canada's Zhang Wen Yu on Wednesday. She will now face Wang, an opponent she has played several times before, with both players well aware of each other's game. “It will be difficult, obviously. There won't be any easy matches. When we are playing with top athletes, we can't expect easy matches or easy points,” Sindhu said after her second-round win. “We have to be prepared for long matches. I am ready for it. I have played against Wang Zi a lot of times. Of course, I have played against her. We know each other's game. I need to give my best and play my game.” Sindhu, who also reflected on her experience of playing at the World Championships, said she is hoping to produce another strong result but knows she will have to remain switched on throughout the contest. “I am hoping for a good result this time as well. I need to be prepared for everything. When you are playing against a top athlete, you can't expect easy points. You need to be prepared for those long rallies and long games,” she said. “You need to be consistent every single time. Every point matters. You can't give easy points away. I hope I give my best and be on the winning side.” The Indian did acknowledge that she made some unforced errors against Zhang, but felt she was able to rectify the problems during the match. She also pointed to the changing court conditions as a factor. “Today, I felt the court was different from the first day. According to my understanding, there were some unforced errors where I was hitting side outs. That's what I felt. But then I rectified and came back after 11 points in the second set as well,” Sindhu said. “I maintained it and consistently I was getting points. Going into tomorrow's match, I need to focus on playing my best, playing a safe game and being consistent.” Also Read: ‘Every guy needs motherly coaching’: The lady luck behind Garret Tan’s stunning Lakshya Sen upset For the 31-year-old, managing her body and recovery has become an increasingly important part of competing at the highest level. Sindhu believes athletes need to understand that their bodies may not always match what their minds are demanding from them. “I think recovery plays a very major role. Back then, when you were in your 20s, you could play and come back. You could keep going on and on. But after a certain time, you also need to understand. You are not 20 or 19 anymore. You need to understand your body and accordingly, smartly make those changes,” she said. “Today, you might play 80% tomorrow. The next day, you might play 50%. That is okay. It depends on your body. Your mind might say, I can do it. But your body might not be able to support you that way.” Sindhu stressed that sports science has become an important part of managing the demands of a long season, particularly when players have to recover quickly between gruelling matches. “That is when you accordingly make sure you see how your strain is, how your energy levels are and accordingly keep changing. That is when I feel sports science comes into picture,” she said. “I think that is very important for an athlete because you need to be able to manage. We have a number of tournaments. To pick and choose smartly what needs to be done. Immediately after those long matches, how do you recover faster for the next match? These are the aspects we need to focus on and be prepared.” For Sindhu, the key will be to leave mistakes behind and immediately shift focus to the next point. “It is completely okay if you make mistakes. Coming back immediately to the next point or knowing what your mistake is and accordingly discussing with your coach and coming back and focusing on the next point is important,” she said. “Because what has gone, has gone. You need to focus on what is next.” Sindhu also clarified her observation about the court conditions, saying the drift appeared to have changed compared to her opening-round match on Monday. “On Monday, I think the drift was on the other side is what I felt. Today, it was a little bit on the other side. That is what I felt personally. That is my personal opinion.”

PV Sindhu expects a tough battle against familiar foe Wang Zi Ying and says consistency, adaptability and recovery will be key at the World Championships

BWF World Championships 2026: Familiar foe, fresh battle: PV Sindhu braces for Wang Zi Ying showdown, says 'you can’t expect easy points'

Playing only his second Test match, the left-arm orthodox spinner Manav Suthar etched his name into the history books with his maiden 10-wicket haul in Galle. Suthar picked up four wickets in the first innings and six in the final one to help India win the series opener by 165 runs. &nbsp;He spun his way through Sri Lanka’s tail, and at 24 years and 16 days, became the youngest Indian and seventh spinner from the country to unlock this milestone on away soil. He joined the elite company of Ravichandran Ashwin, Bishan Singh Bedi, Erapalli Prasanna, Bhagwat Chandrasekhar, Anil Kumble and Harbhajan Singh. Significantly, Suthar is the only spinner from this list to pick a 10-for away from home before turning 28.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sri-lanka-injury-crisis-chandimal-mendis-nissanka-ruled-out-2nd-test-1787145024684">Injury crisis hits Sri Lanka as Chandimal, Mendis and Nissanka ruled out of 2nd Test</a> &nbsp;His second-innings five-for also saw him become the fifth Indian bowler to collect five wickets in an innings more than once in his first two Tests. After doing so against Afghanistan on his Test debut in Mullanpur, Suthar picked his second (6/55) in the final innings – the best figures by an Indian bowler in this match. The first four are: Narendra Hirwani (three), Axar Patel (three), Laxman Sivaramakrishnan (two) and Mohammad Nissar (two). &nbsp;Suthar’s match-winning performance also saw him become only the fourth Indian to pick a 10-wicket haul within his first two Tests, alongside Hirwani – who was the quickest, picking up 16 wickets on debut against the West Indies in Chennai in 1988, while Sivaramakrishnan and Axar Patel are the other two. &nbsp;Besides this, his feat puts him in the same category as Anil Kumble, Harbhajan Singh and Ravichandran Ashwin amongst the Indian spinners to pick 10 wickets in a match against Sri Lanka. Interestingly, three of those four feats have been recorded in Galle. &nbsp;Indian Test captain Gill also praised him, saying, "He's been bowling magnificently, even in the first match that he played in India (vs Afghanistan), and in this match. He looks like a very promising guy and someone who can play for India for a very long time.” &nbsp;Meanwhile, India will play Sri Lanka in the second Test in Colombo starting Sunday (Aug 23).

Manav Suthar picked a maiden 10-wicket haul in Galle to fire India to a 165-run victory over Sri Lanka in the 1st Test, becoming the youngest Indian spinner to achieve the feat on away soil.

Playing only his second Test match, the left-arm orthodox spinner Manav Suthar etched his name into the history books with his maiden 10-wicket haul in Galle. Suthar picked up four wickets in the first innings and six in the final one to help India win the series opener by 165 runs. He spun his way through Sri Lanka’s tail, and at 24 years and 16 days, became the youngest Indian and seventh spinner from the country to unlock this milestone on away soil. He joined the elite company of Ravichandran Ashwin, Bishan Singh Bedi, Erapalli Prasanna, Bhagwat Chandrasekhar, Anil Kumble and Harbhajan Singh. Significantly, Suthar is the only spinner from this list to pick a 10-for away from home before turning 28. Also read| Injury crisis hits Sri Lanka as Chandimal, Mendis and Nissanka ruled out of 2nd Test His second-innings five-for also saw him become the fifth Indian bowler to collect five wickets in an innings more than once in his first two Tests. After doing so against Afghanistan on his Test debut in Mullanpur, Suthar picked his second (6/55) in the final innings – the best figures by an Indian bowler in this match. The first four are: Narendra Hirwani (three), Axar Patel (three), Laxman Sivaramakrishnan (two) and Mohammad Nissar (two). Suthar’s match-winning performance also saw him become only the fourth Indian to pick a 10-wicket haul within his first two Tests, alongside Hirwani – who was the quickest, picking up 16 wickets on debut against the West Indies in Chennai in 1988, while Sivaramakrishnan and Axar Patel are the other two. Besides this, his feat puts him in the same category as Anil Kumble, Harbhajan Singh and Ravichandran Ashwin amongst the Indian spinners to pick 10 wickets in a match against Sri Lanka. Interestingly, three of those four feats have been recorded in Galle. Indian Test captain Gill also praised him, saying, "He's been bowling magnificently, even in the first match that he played in India (vs Afghanistan), and in this match. He looks like a very promising guy and someone who can play for India for a very long time.” Meanwhile, India will play Sri Lanka in the second Test in Colombo starting Sunday (Aug 23).

Manav Suthar picked a maiden 10-wicket haul in Galle to fire India to a 165-run victory over Sri Lanka in the 1st Test, becoming the youngest Indian spinner to achieve the feat on away soil.

Galle Jackpot: Manav Suthar becomes youngest Indian to pick 10-wicket haul in away Test

Garret Tan may have produced one of the biggest upsets of the BWF World Championships 2026, but he did not do it alone. As the 18-year-old American battled past India’s Lakshya Sen in a dramatic contest at the Indira Gandhi Stadium, two women sitting courtside became his pillars of support, coaches Lauren Lam and Cao Hok Paula Lynn, who helped the teenager navigate the pressure, the crowd, the drift and the crucial moments that threatened to swing the match. And, perhaps fittingly, Tan's biggest win on the biggest stage came with what his coach jokingly described as a little bit of ‘lady luck’.&nbsp;“Every guy, I think, needs motherly coaching and a support, a big sister support,” Paula Lynn said after Tan’s victory. “His mom was also there, so it was that. He's obviously tough as a player, as a boy or a man, but he needs those, you know, like, the lady talk.” It was more than just a light-hearted observation. For Tan, who is playing his first World Championships at just 18, the presence of Lam, Paula Lynn and his mother offered a calming influence during a match that demanded far more than badminton skills. Lakshya, backed by a passionate home crowd, was the vastly more experienced player and carried the weight of Indian expectations. Tan, meanwhile, had to deal with the occasion, the hostile atmosphere and the peculiar conditions inside the arena.&nbsp;His coaches had prepared him for precisely that. “We've already expected that obviously it's a home advantage,” Paula Lynn explained. “We've talked about it and don't, of course, the yelling of the crowd that's cheering, just more like we prepare mentally that it's going to happen no matter what.” The message was simple: control what you can control. That meant ignoring the crowd. It meant adapting to the drift. It meant staying patient against Lakshya’s attacking game. And, above all, it meant remaining composed when the match entered its most delicate phase.&nbsp;Lam, who described Tan as her “little brother”, was particularly impressed by the teenager's temperament. “I think for me I was actually impressed,” she said. “He's like my little brother and that's why we were sitting behind him. It's really impressive that he can maintain that focus and handle that pressure.” Tan's composure became even more impressive after he appeared to hit his head while diving during the match. The teenager experienced dizziness, but instead of allowing the incident to derail him, he managed to reset and continue fighting. Lam's advice was straightforward. “I told him to just keep his composure, keep focus and just focus on the current point that's happening,” she said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bwf-world-championships-2026-sindhu-ayush-march-on-as-lakshya-unnati-bow-out-1787157947251">BWF World Championships 2026: Sindhu, Ayush march on as Lakshya, Unnati bow out</a>&nbsp;That ability to reset may have been one of the defining characteristics of Tan's performance. The coaches were not simply offering emotional support from the stands. They were also dissecting Lakshya's tactics and feeding Tan information between points. Their approach was a combination of calming the teenager down and helping him identify tactical opportunities. One of those instructions was to keep Lakshya away from the forecourt. “We noticed Lakshya is very good at putting a lot of pressure on Garret in front,” Paula Lynn said. “That's why we wanted to keep him away from the front.”&nbsp;The American also had to contend with Lakshya's ability to neutralise his greatest weapon, his power. Tan is tall, athletic and capable of generating considerable pace, particularly with his jump smash. But Lakshya countered intelligently with angles and half-smashes rather than simply engaging in a battle of power. “His specialty is he's a power-controlled and power player,” Paula Lynn said. “If you could see when he's tall, he could jump really high, very powerful.”&nbsp;Yet Tan showed that there was more to his game than brute force. His coaches had worked with him on controlling Lakshya's attacks, understanding the drift and making tactical adjustments depending on which side of the court he was on. And behind that tactical preparation is a relationship that stretches back years. Paula Lynn has coached Tan since he was a little boy. She has watched him grow not only physically, he is already remarkably tall and athletic for his age, but mentally. “He's always curious. ‘Coach, how will I do well on this? What should I work on? Do I do this?’” she said.&nbsp;That curiosity, according to his coach, has gradually developed into one of Tan's biggest strengths: his willingness to listen. For Paula Lynn, the best quality a young player can possess is not necessarily a particular shot or physical attribute. “It’s more of like, as a player, you should be coachable,” she said. “You should be coachable because different coaches can give different opinions and even advice from different players.”&nbsp;Tan, she believes, has embraced that philosophy. He trains in Southern California and also spends time training in Taiwan, giving him exposure to different environments as he continues his rapid development. And while his ranking is still climbing, the dream is already clear, for Tan to eventually share the biggest tournaments with the very coaches who have helped guide him there. “Right now he's still climbing in the rankings,” Lam said. “But hopefully we'll be playing the same tournaments soon.”&nbsp;For now, though, Tan has already announced himself on one of badminton's biggest stages. He walked into the World Championships as an 18-year-old playing his first edition of the tournament. He walked out having beaten a former World Championships medallist on home soil, with thousands of Indian fans roaring against him. And behind him, throughout the battle, were two coaches offering tactical instructions, calming words and the kind of support that goes beyond badminton.&nbsp;Maybe there was some Lady Luck involved. But the bigger story is that Garret Tan had a team around him that made sure he was ready to seize the moment.

Garret Tan stunned Lakshya Sen at the BWF World Championships 2026, with coaches Lauren Lam and Paula Lynn playing a key role in the 18-year-old’s giant-killing win

Garret Tan may have produced one of the biggest upsets of the BWF World Championships 2026, but he did not do it alone. As the 18-year-old American battled past India’s Lakshya Sen in a dramatic contest at the Indira Gandhi Stadium, two women sitting courtside became his pillars of support, coaches Lauren Lam and Cao Hok Paula Lynn, who helped the teenager navigate the pressure, the crowd, the drift and the crucial moments that threatened to swing the match. And, perhaps fittingly, Tan's biggest win on the biggest stage came with what his coach jokingly described as a little bit of ‘lady luck’. “Every guy, I think, needs motherly coaching and a support, a big sister support,” Paula Lynn said after Tan’s victory. “His mom was also there, so it was that. He's obviously tough as a player, as a boy or a man, but he needs those, you know, like, the lady talk.” It was more than just a light-hearted observation. For Tan, who is playing his first World Championships at just 18, the presence of Lam, Paula Lynn and his mother offered a calming influence during a match that demanded far more than badminton skills. Lakshya, backed by a passionate home crowd, was the vastly more experienced player and carried the weight of Indian expectations. Tan, meanwhile, had to deal with the occasion, the hostile atmosphere and the peculiar conditions inside the arena. His coaches had prepared him for precisely that. “We've already expected that obviously it's a home advantage,” Paula Lynn explained. “We've talked about it and don't, of course, the yelling of the crowd that's cheering, just more like we prepare mentally that it's going to happen no matter what.” The message was simple: control what you can control. That meant ignoring the crowd. It meant adapting to the drift. It meant staying patient against Lakshya’s attacking game. And, above all, it meant remaining composed when the match entered its most delicate phase. Lam, who described Tan as her “little brother”, was particularly impressed by the teenager's temperament. “I think for me I was actually impressed,” she said. “He's like my little brother and that's why we were sitting behind him. It's really impressive that he can maintain that focus and handle that pressure.” Tan's composure became even more impressive after he appeared to hit his head while diving during the match. The teenager experienced dizziness, but instead of allowing the incident to derail him, he managed to reset and continue fighting. Lam's advice was straightforward. “I told him to just keep his composure, keep focus and just focus on the current point that's happening,” she said. Also Read: BWF World Championships 2026: Sindhu, Ayush march on as Lakshya, Unnati bow out That ability to reset may have been one of the defining characteristics of Tan's performance. The coaches were not simply offering emotional support from the stands. They were also dissecting Lakshya's tactics and feeding Tan information between points. Their approach was a combination of calming the teenager down and helping him identify tactical opportunities. One of those instructions was to keep Lakshya away from the forecourt. “We noticed Lakshya is very good at putting a lot of pressure on Garret in front,” Paula Lynn said. “That's why we wanted to keep him away from the front.” The American also had to contend with Lakshya's ability to neutralise his greatest weapon, his power. Tan is tall, athletic and capable of generating considerable pace, particularly with his jump smash. But Lakshya countered intelligently with angles and half-smashes rather than simply engaging in a battle of power. “His specialty is he's a power-controlled and power player,” Paula Lynn said. “If you could see when he's tall, he could jump really high, very powerful.” Yet Tan showed that there was more to his game than brute force. His coaches had worked with him on controlling Lakshya's attacks, understanding the drift and making tactical adjustments depending on which side of the court he was on. And behind that tactical preparation is a relationship that stretches back years. Paula Lynn has coached Tan since he was a little boy. She has watched him grow not only physically, he is already remarkably tall and athletic for his age, but mentally. “He's always curious. ‘Coach, how will I do well on this? What should I work on? Do I do this?’” she said. That curiosity, according to his coach, has gradually developed into one of Tan's biggest strengths: his willingness to listen. For Paula Lynn, the best quality a young player can possess is not necessarily a particular shot or physical attribute. “It’s more of like, as a player, you should be coachable,” she said. “You should be coachable because different coaches can give different opinions and even advice from different players.” Tan, she believes, has embraced that philosophy. He trains in Southern California and also spends time training in Taiwan, giving him exposure to different environments as he continues his rapid development. And while his ranking is still climbing, the dream is already clear, for Tan to eventually share the biggest tournaments with the very coaches who have helped guide him there. “Right now he's still climbing in the rankings,” Lam said. “But hopefully we'll be playing the same tournaments soon.” For now, though, Tan has already announced himself on one of badminton's biggest stages. He walked into the World Championships as an 18-year-old playing his first edition of the tournament. He walked out having beaten a former World Championships medallist on home soil, with thousands of Indian fans roaring against him. And behind him, throughout the battle, were two coaches offering tactical instructions, calming words and the kind of support that goes beyond badminton. Maybe there was some Lady Luck involved. But the bigger story is that Garret Tan had a team around him that made sure he was ready to seize the moment.

Garret Tan stunned Lakshya Sen at the BWF World Championships, with coaches Lauren Lam and Paula Lynn providing the support behind his giant-killing win

‘Every guy needs motherly coaching’: The lady luck behind Garret Tan’s stunning Lakshya Sen upset

Former champion PV Sindhu and giant-killer Ayush Shetty marched into the pre-quarterfinals of the BWF World Championships 2026 with comfortable victories, but it was a day of contrasting fortunes for the Indian hosts at the Indira Gandhi Stadium on Wednesday (August 19). Ninth seed Sindhu made light work of Canada's Zhang Wen Yu, winning 21-16, 21-17 in the women's singles second round. The two-time Olympic medallist will next face a stern challenge from third seed Wang Zi Yi of China, who defeated Malaysia's Karuoathevan Letshanaa 21-16, 21-9.&nbsp;Ayush was equally dominant in the men's singles, needing only 26 minutes to dispatch Sri Lanka's Dumindu Abeywickrama 21-8, 21-10. The 2023 world junior champion will face Indonesia's 11th seed Alwi Farhan in the round of 16 after Farhan defeated Finland's Joakim Oldorff 21-12, 21-9. There was also good news in men's doubles for India as two-time world championships bronze medallists Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty progressed to the pre-quarterfinals without hitting a single shot.&nbsp;&nbsp;Their Scottish opponents, Alexander Dunn and Adam Hall, conceded a walkover after Dunn suffered an injury. However, India's campaign suffered two major setbacks as Lakshya Sen and Unnati Hooda crashed out.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-pakistan-fih-hockey-world-cup-5-3-result-1787151650355">India outclass Pakistan 5-3 to qualify for second round at FIH World Cup</a><h2>Lakshya Sen, Unnati Hooda knocked out</h2>14th seed Lakshya was stunned by 18-year-old American Garret Tan in a bruising battle, going down 19-21, 21-19, 21-17 after one hour and 13 minutes. Lakshya took the opening game but Tan refused to back down, repeatedly troubling the Indian with his powerful smashes. The American then claimed the second game despite Lakshya saving four game points to force a decider.&nbsp;Tan surged 11-4 ahead in the final game before Lakshya mounted a spirited comeback to close the gap to 16-17. But a couple of errors from the Indian, combined with Tan's aggressive play, ended Lakshya's hopes of completing the comeback. Unnati, meanwhile, came agonisingly close to a major upset on her World Championships debut against 13th seed Michelle Li of Canada. The Indian lost the opening game 11-21 but fought back brilliantly to take the second 21-9. In a tense decider, Unnati earned two match points but could not convert either opportunity, with her pushes going wide on both occasions.&nbsp;Li seized the opening and eventually closed out the contest 11-21, 21-9, 23-21 with a down-the-line smash. With Sindhu, Ayush and the Satwik-Chirag pair safely through, India will now look to build momentum in the knockout rounds, while Lakshya and Unnati are left to rue missed opportunities on a mixed day for the hosts.<h2>Important results:</h2>Men's Singles: Ayush Shetty (IND) bt Dumindu Abeywickrama (SL) 21-8, 21-10; Gareth Tan (USA) bt 14-Lakshya Sen (IND) 19-21, 21-19, 21-17; 3-Jonatan Christie (INA) bt Jia Heng Teh (SIN) 19-21, 21-19, 21-11; Rasmus Gemme (DEN) bt Lin Chun-Yi (TPE) 13-21, 21-17, 21-11;Women's Singles: 9-PV Sindhu (IND) bt Zhang Wen Yu 21-16, 21-17 ; 13-Michelle Li (CAN) bt Unnati Hood (IND) 11-21, 21-9, 23-21Mixed Doubles: 15-Dhruv Kapila/Tanisha Crasto (IND) bt Leong Lok Chong/Ng Weng Chi (MAC) 21-11, 21-11

BWF World Championships 2026: PV Sindhu and Ayush Shetty advance to the pre-quarters, while Lakshya Sen and Unnati Hooda bow out in Delhi

Former champion PV Sindhu and giant-killer Ayush Shetty marched into the pre-quarterfinals of the BWF World Championships 2026 with comfortable victories, but it was a day of contrasting fortunes for the Indian hosts at the Indira Gandhi Stadium on Wednesday (August 19). Ninth seed Sindhu made light work of Canada's Zhang Wen Yu, winning 21-16, 21-17 in the women's singles second round. The two-time Olympic medallist will next face a stern challenge from third seed Wang Zi Yi of China, who defeated Malaysia's Karuoathevan Letshanaa 21-16, 21-9. Ayush was equally dominant in the men's singles, needing only 26 minutes to dispatch Sri Lanka's Dumindu Abeywickrama 21-8, 21-10. The 2023 world junior champion will face Indonesia's 11th seed Alwi Farhan in the round of 16 after Farhan defeated Finland's Joakim Oldorff 21-12, 21-9. There was also good news in men's doubles for India as two-time world championships bronze medallists Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty progressed to the pre-quarterfinals without hitting a single shot. Their Scottish opponents, Alexander Dunn and Adam Hall, conceded a walkover after Dunn suffered an injury. However, India's campaign suffered two major setbacks as Lakshya Sen and Unnati Hooda crashed out. Also Read: India outclass Pakistan 5-3 to qualify for second round at FIH World Cup Lakshya Sen, Unnati Hooda knocked out 14th seed Lakshya was stunned by 18-year-old American Garret Tan in a bruising battle, going down 19-21, 21-19, 21-17 after one hour and 13 minutes. Lakshya took the opening game but Tan refused to back down, repeatedly troubling the Indian with his powerful smashes. The American then claimed the second game despite Lakshya saving four game points to force a decider. Tan surged 11-4 ahead in the final game before Lakshya mounted a spirited comeback to close the gap to 16-17. But a couple of errors from the Indian, combined with Tan's aggressive play, ended Lakshya's hopes of completing the comeback. Unnati, meanwhile, came agonisingly close to a major upset on her World Championships debut against 13th seed Michelle Li of Canada. The Indian lost the opening game 11-21 but fought back brilliantly to take the second 21-9. In a tense decider, Unnati earned two match points but could not convert either opportunity, with her pushes going wide on both occasions. Li seized the opening and eventually closed out the contest 11-21, 21-9, 23-21 with a down-the-line smash. With Sindhu, Ayush and the Satwik-Chirag pair safely through, India will now look to build momentum in the knockout rounds, while Lakshya and Unnati are left to rue missed opportunities on a mixed day for the hosts. Important results: Men's Singles: Ayush Shetty (IND) bt Dumindu Abeywickrama (SL) 21-8, 21-10; Gareth Tan (USA) bt 14-Lakshya Sen (IND) 19-21, 21-19, 21-17; 3-Jonatan Christie (INA) bt Jia Heng Teh (SIN) 19-21, 21-19, 21-11; Rasmus Gemme (DEN) bt Lin Chun-Yi (TPE) 13-21, 21-17, 21-11; Women's Singles: 9-PV Sindhu (IND) bt Zhang Wen Yu 21-16, 21-17 ; 13-Michelle Li (CAN) bt Unnati Hood (IND) 11-21, 21-9, 23-21 Mixed Doubles: 15-Dhruv Kapila/Tanisha Crasto (IND) bt Leong Lok Chong/Ng Weng Chi (MAC) 21-11, 21-11

PV Sindhu and Ayush Shetty advanced to the BWF World Championships pre-quarters, while Lakshya Sen and Unnati Hooda suffered heartbreaking exits

BWF World Championships 2026: Sindhu, Ayush march on as Lakshya, Unnati bow out

India outclassed arch-rivals Pakistan 5-3 to qualify for round two of the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup on Wednesday (Aug 19). Led by goals from drag-flick specialist Harmanpreet Singh, Abhishek and Hardik Singh, India completed a comprehensive win over Pakistan in front of a packed crowd at the Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen. For the Men in Green, Hannan Shahid scored a brace, and Sufyan Khan netted one, but all in vain. While this was India’s second win in their third match in this competition, Pakistan lost twice and drew once. &nbsp;Earlier in the day, England smashed Wales 8-2 to comprehensively top the group. With that result, England advanced to the second round, with India joining them. The hosts, the Netherlands and one of Belgium or Argentina will cruise through to the next round from Group A.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/indian-womens-hockey-team-crush-south-africa-6-1-fih-world-cup-pool-d-1787065791366">India thrash South Africa 6-1 to secure first win at Women's Hockey World Cup</a> &nbsp;Coming back to this marquee India vs Pakistan match, veteran Harmanpreet Singh opened the scoring for his country by converting a penalty corner into a goal in the fifth minute, handing India an early lead. Abhishek made it 2-0 for India six minutes later (in the 11th minute) with a superb play down the inside left. With two goals up inside the first quarter, India looked poised to sit in the driver’s seat throughout the game. &nbsp; &nbsp;Harmanpreet didn’t take long before making it 3-0 in India’s favour by converting another PC into a clinical goal. He tried a cheeky pass off the corner before it returned to Harmanpreet, only for him to smash one from close range. &nbsp;A minute later, Hannan Shahid scored a brilliant field goal, making it 3-1. In the 24th minute, India and Pakistan scored a goal each. While Abhishek netted one following another sensational dribble in the goalmouth, Sufyan smashed home a drag-flick from Pakistan’s first PC to make it 4-2. Two quick goals from Pakistan dragged the momentum in their favour heading into halftime. &nbsp;Later in the third quarter, which India owned, Hardik Singh’s penalty stroke gave India a 5-2 lead before another field goal from Hannan Shahid, his second of the day, saw Pakistan net their third and final goal. Pakistan pressed and created chances in the final quarter, but it was too late; they lost the match and got knocked out of the tournament.&nbsp;

India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan 5-3 in their Pool D clash to qualify for the second round of the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup in Amstelveen. 

India outclassed arch-rivals Pakistan 5-3 to qualify for round two of the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup on Wednesday (Aug 19). Led by goals from drag-flick specialist Harmanpreet Singh, Abhishek and Hardik Singh, India completed a comprehensive win over Pakistan in front of a packed crowd at the Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen. For the Men in Green, Hannan Shahid scored a brace, and Sufyan Khan netted one, but all in vain. While this was India’s second win in their third match in this competition, Pakistan lost twice and drew once. Earlier in the day, England smashed Wales 8-2 to comprehensively top the group. With that result, England advanced to the second round, with India joining them. The hosts, the Netherlands and one of Belgium or Argentina will cruise through to the next round from Group A. Also read | India thrash South Africa 6-1 to secure first win at Women's Hockey World Cup Coming back to this marquee India vs Pakistan match, veteran Harmanpreet Singh opened the scoring for his country by converting a penalty corner into a goal in the fifth minute, handing India an early lead. Abhishek made it 2-0 for India six minutes later (in the 11th minute) with a superb play down the inside left. With two goals up inside the first quarter, India looked poised to sit in the driver’s seat throughout the game. Harmanpreet didn’t take long before making it 3-0 in India’s favour by converting another PC into a clinical goal. He tried a cheeky pass off the corner before it returned to Harmanpreet, only for him to smash one from close range. A minute later, Hannan Shahid scored a brilliant field goal, making it 3-1. In the 24th minute, India and Pakistan scored a goal each. While Abhishek netted one following another sensational dribble in the goalmouth, Sufyan smashed home a drag-flick from Pakistan’s first PC to make it 4-2. Two quick goals from Pakistan dragged the momentum in their favour heading into halftime. Later in the third quarter, which India owned, Hardik Singh’s penalty stroke gave India a 5-2 lead before another field goal from Hannan Shahid, his second of the day, saw Pakistan net their third and final goal. Pakistan pressed and created chances in the final quarter, but it was too late; they lost the match and got knocked out of the tournament.

India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan 5-3 in their Pool D clash to qualify for the second round of the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup in Amstelveen.&nbsp;

India outclass Pakistan 5-3 to qualify for second round at FIH World Cup

The ODI tri-series is back. Pakistan on Wednesday (Aug 19) announced the schedule of multi-format matches at home involving Sri Lanka and England in October. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said in a press release that Pakistan will host Sri Lanka for three T20Is followed by a one-day tri-series, involving England. The two Asian teams will face off in a two-match Test series in November. &nbsp;While the T20I series will take place from October 9 to 13 in Rawalpindi, the ODI series will get underway on October 18, with the final scheduled on October 31. Lahore and Rawalpindi will host the One-Day matches.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sri-lanka-injury-crisis-chandimal-mendis-nissanka-ruled-out-2nd-test-1787145024684">Injury crisis hits Sri Lanka as Chandimal, Mendis and Nissanka ruled out of 2nd Test</a> &nbsp;"Sri Lanka will arrive on 4 October to feature in a three-match T20I series, which will be played in Rawalpindi from 9 to 13 October," the PCB said. "England will join Pakistan and Sri Lanka to take part in an ODI tri-series, scheduled to be played in Rawalpindi and Lahore from 18 to 31 October.” &nbsp;The tri-series gets underway with Pakistan hosting Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi on October 18. The Men in Green will face England in the second match two days later at the same venue before England and Sri Lanka face off in the third game at the Rawalpindi Stadium on October 22. &nbsp;The three teams will move to Lahore next, where Pakistan and England will go one-on-one in the fourth One-Dayer on October 25. The Gaddafi Stadium will then host Pakistan and Sri Lanka for the fifth ODI two days later. The final group game will take place between Sri Lanka and England on October 29 in Lahore. &nbsp;The top two teams will meet in the tri-series final on October 31. &nbsp;Following the tri-series, Sri Lanka will feature in a three-day match in Islamabad from November 4 to 6 before the Test series, which falls under the current WTC cycle, begins in Rawalpindi on November 9. Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium will host the second Test from November 17 to 21.<h3>ODI Tri-Series 2026 Schedule –</h3><ul><li>1st ODI – Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, Rawalpindi – October 18</li><li>2nd ODI – Pakistan vs England, Rawalpindi – October 20</li><li>3rd ODI – England vs Sri Lanka, Rawalpindi – October 22</li><li>4th ODI – Pakistan vs England, Lahore – October 25</li><li>5th ODI – Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, Lahore – October 27</li><li>6th ODI – England vs Sri Lanka, Lahore – October 29</li><li>Final – TBD vs TBD, Lahore – October 31</li></ul>

Pakistan will host Sri Lanka and England for an ODI tri-series in October 2026. Check out the complete match schedule, venues, and fixtures.

The ODI tri-series is back. Pakistan on Wednesday (Aug 19) announced the schedule of multi-format matches at home involving Sri Lanka and England in October. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said in a press release that Pakistan will host Sri Lanka for three T20Is followed by a one-day tri-series, involving England. The two Asian teams will face off in a two-match Test series in November. While the T20I series will take place from October 9 to 13 in Rawalpindi, the ODI series will get underway on October 18, with the final scheduled on October 31. Lahore and Rawalpindi will host the One-Day matches. Also read| Injury crisis hits Sri Lanka as Chandimal, Mendis and Nissanka ruled out of 2nd Test "Sri Lanka will arrive on 4 October to feature in a three-match T20I series, which will be played in Rawalpindi from 9 to 13 October," the PCB said. "England will join Pakistan and Sri Lanka to take part in an ODI tri-series, scheduled to be played in Rawalpindi and Lahore from 18 to 31 October.” The tri-series gets underway with Pakistan hosting Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi on October 18. The Men in Green will face England in the second match two days later at the same venue before England and Sri Lanka face off in the third game at the Rawalpindi Stadium on October 22. The three teams will move to Lahore next, where Pakistan and England will go one-on-one in the fourth One-Dayer on October 25. The Gaddafi Stadium will then host Pakistan and Sri Lanka for the fifth ODI two days later. The final group game will take place between Sri Lanka and England on October 29 in Lahore. The top two teams will meet in the tri-series final on October 31. Following the tri-series, Sri Lanka will feature in a three-day match in Islamabad from November 4 to 6 before the Test series, which falls under the current WTC cycle, begins in Rawalpindi on November 9. Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium will host the second Test from November 17 to 21. ODI Tri-Series 2026 Schedule – 1st ODI – Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, Rawalpindi – October 18 2nd ODI – Pakistan vs England, Rawalpindi – October 20 3rd ODI – England vs Sri Lanka, Rawalpindi – October 22 4th ODI – Pakistan vs England, Lahore – October 25 5th ODI – Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, Lahore – October 27 6th ODI – England vs Sri Lanka, Lahore – October 29 Final – TBD vs TBD, Lahore – October 31

Pakistan will host Sri Lanka and England for an ODI tri-series in October 2026. Check out the complete match schedule, venues, and fixtures.

ODI Tri-Series is Back: Pakistan to host Sri Lanka and England in October; check schedule

Sri Lankan cricket has been hit by injuries to three first-team players: Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka and Dinesh Chandimal, with all three ruled out of the second Test against India in Colombo starting Sunday (Aug 23). While Nissanka and Mendis were already ruled out of the first Test with respective injuries, Chandimal suffered a concussion while attempting to save a boundary during the concluded fixture in Galle. Trailing 1-0 in this two-match series, Sri Lanka would need a humongous effort from a rather inexperienced squad in the second Test to make a comeback against India. &nbsp;Mendis has been absent from the cricket scene since busting his hamstring during the Lankan Premier League this season, and was replaced by Niroshan Dickwella in the XI for the first Test. Besides making headlines for his viral chatter with Jaiswal on the final day, which later led to his wicket, Dickwella impressed all with his gritty 80 in the first innings. The left-hander will likely retain his place in the side for the deciding Test.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jaiswal-dickwella-ipl-deal-sledge-galle-test-wicket-1787141583916">'Hit a Six, I’ll Take You to IPL" — How Jaiswal’s mind games trapped Dickwella on day 5 | WATCH</a><h2>ICC Concussion Rules</h2>On the other hand, Chandimal, who was replaced for concussion on the fourth day of the Test, will miss the game in Colombo due to an ICC rule.&nbsp; &nbsp;Under the ICC guidelines, players substituted as concussion replacements cannot feature in a competitive match for seven days. With the next Test starting in four days, Chandimal remains ineligible for selection. His replacement, debutant Pasindu Sooriyabandara, was dismissed for a duck in Sri Lanka's second innings, but is also likely to retain his place for the next match. &nbsp;Nissanka, meanwhile, continues to recover from the wrist surgery undergone in June. The latest reports suggest that he is closer than Mendis to being match fit, but continues to experience discomfort while batting.&nbsp; &nbsp;"Kusal Mendis has a proper hamstring injury, and will not be available for a while," Sri Lanka coach Gary Kirsten said after the first Test.&nbsp; &nbsp;"Dinesh is also not available for the next Test. So we're missing a few guys from that perspective, but it creates a good opportunity for young players to come in and stake their claim. There are players who have got really good first-class records in this country. It's a good opportunity for them,” he continued. &nbsp;Sri Lanka hasn’t named the squad for the second Test yet.&nbsp;

Sri Lanka suffers a major blow as Dinesh Chandimal, Kusal Mendis, and Pathum Nissanka are ruled out of the 2nd Test against India in Colombo.

Sri Lankan cricket has been hit by injuries to three first-team players: Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka and Dinesh Chandimal, with all three ruled out of the second Test against India in Colombo starting Sunday (Aug 23). While Nissanka and Mendis were already ruled out of the first Test with respective injuries, Chandimal suffered a concussion while attempting to save a boundary during the concluded fixture in Galle. Trailing 1-0 in this two-match series, Sri Lanka would need a humongous effort from a rather inexperienced squad in the second Test to make a comeback against India. Mendis has been absent from the cricket scene since busting his hamstring during the Lankan Premier League this season, and was replaced by Niroshan Dickwella in the XI for the first Test. Besides making headlines for his viral chatter with Jaiswal on the final day, which later led to his wicket, Dickwella impressed all with his gritty 80 in the first innings. The left-hander will likely retain his place in the side for the deciding Test. Also read| 'Hit a Six, I’ll Take You to IPL" — How Jaiswal’s mind games trapped Dickwella on day 5 | WATCH ICC Concussion Rules On the other hand, Chandimal, who was replaced for concussion on the fourth day of the Test, will miss the game in Colombo due to an ICC rule. Under the ICC guidelines, players substituted as concussion replacements cannot feature in a competitive match for seven days. With the next Test starting in four days, Chandimal remains ineligible for selection. His replacement, debutant Pasindu Sooriyabandara, was dismissed for a duck in Sri Lanka's second innings, but is also likely to retain his place for the next match. Nissanka, meanwhile, continues to recover from the wrist surgery undergone in June. The latest reports suggest that he is closer than Mendis to being match fit, but continues to experience discomfort while batting. "Kusal Mendis has a proper hamstring injury, and will not be available for a while," Sri Lanka coach Gary Kirsten said after the first Test. "Dinesh is also not available for the next Test. So we're missing a few guys from that perspective, but it creates a good opportunity for young players to come in and stake their claim. There are players who have got really good first-class records in this country. It's a good opportunity for them,” he continued. Sri Lanka hasn’t named the squad for the second Test yet.

Sri Lanka suffers a major blow as Dinesh Chandimal, Kusal Mendis, and Pathum Nissanka are ruled out of the 2nd Test against India in Colombo.

Injury crisis hits Sri Lanka as Chandimal, Mendis and Nissanka ruled out of 2nd Test

Yashasvi Jaiswal plays as a batter in the Test team, and although he rolls his arms a bit, he still doesn’t bowl often; however, he was crucial in Sri Lankan keeper-batter Niroshan Dickwella’s dismissal on day five of the concluded Test in Galle. On Wednesday (Aug 19), on-field chatter between the two around grabbing an IPL deal led to Dickwella’s dismissal, and credit must be given to Jaiswal. The instance took place in the 60th over of Sri Lanka’s second innings, and although the banter itself was good-natured, the two were in each other’s faces throughout it. &nbsp;The Indian opener, who was trying to get under Dickwella’s skin and wanting him to push for a hook shot despite knowing it wasn’t his strongest shot, began the banter, saying, "There wasn't a lot of shots in the first innings. I need to see something,” to which Dickwella responded with ‘okay’.&nbsp; Jaiswal then pointed towards the deep square leg area and said to him, "Hit him there, I need to see something."&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sl-1st-test-manav-suthar-10-for-in-only-second-match-helps-india-win-by-165-runs-1787127046951">IND vs SL, 1st Test: Manav Suthar's 10-for in only second match helps India win by 165 runs</a> &nbsp;"No, I'm not Jaiswal," Dickwella, who returned to the Test side for the first time in three years, replied. The Sri Lankan keeper, however, kept the conversation going by quipping that he would do it ‘if you would take me to IPL’, to which Jaiswal responded, “Come on, hit him a six, I'll take you to the IPL.”<h2>The Dismissal</h2>Two balls later, Dickwella found himself walking back to the pavilion. He cut the very next ball to deep point for two before the exchange continued, with Jaiswal saying, "If you hit him there [into the stand], I will definitely tell Sanga." Apparently, Kumar Sangakkara is Rajasthan Royals’ head coach and director of cricket, the IPL franchise for which Jaiswal plays.&nbsp;WATCH VIDEO -

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Ironically, Sangakkara and Dickwella also have another thing in common besides nationality and wicketkeeping duties: both are products of the same school - Trinity College, Kandy. &nbsp;The moment came on the next ball -- when instead of hooking a short-pitched delivery off Prasidh Krishna -- Dickwella gave himself room to hit it over third man, and top-edged it to the keeper. The Indian camp erupted in joy as the last-recognised batting partnership was broken, and more so for Jaiswal triggering Dickwella’s wicket, with several Indian players celebrating with Jaiswal.

Yashasvi Jaiswal's viral "IPL deal" banter with Niroshan Dickwella sparked a key wicket on Day 5 in Galle. Watch the hilarious on-field exchange here.

Yashasvi Jaiswal plays as a batter in the Test team, and although he rolls his arms a bit, he still doesn’t bowl often; however, he was crucial in Sri Lankan keeper-batter Niroshan Dickwella’s dismissal on day five of the concluded Test in Galle. On Wednesday (Aug 19), on-field chatter between the two around grabbing an IPL deal led to Dickwella’s dismissal, and credit must be given to Jaiswal. The instance took place in the 60th over of Sri Lanka’s second innings, and although the banter itself was good-natured, the two were in each other’s faces throughout it. The Indian opener, who was trying to get under Dickwella’s skin and wanting him to push for a hook shot despite knowing it wasn’t his strongest shot, began the banter, saying, "There wasn't a lot of shots in the first innings. I need to see something,” to which Dickwella responded with ‘okay’. Jaiswal then pointed towards the deep square leg area and said to him, "Hit him there, I need to see something." Also read| IND vs SL, 1st Test: Manav Suthar's 10-for in only second match helps India win by 165 runs "No, I'm not Jaiswal," Dickwella, who returned to the Test side for the first time in three years, replied. The Sri Lankan keeper, however, kept the conversation going by quipping that he would do it ‘if you would take me to IPL’, to which Jaiswal responded, “Come on, hit him a six, I'll take you to the IPL.” The Dismissal Two balls later, Dickwella found himself walking back to the pavilion. He cut the very next ball to deep point for two before the exchange continued, with Jaiswal saying, "If you hit him there [into the stand], I will definitely tell Sanga." Apparently, Kumar Sangakkara is Rajasthan Royals’ head coach and director of cricket, the IPL franchise for which Jaiswal plays. WATCH VIDEO -

Yashasvi Jaiswal's viral "IPL deal" banter with Niroshan Dickwella sparked a key wicket on Day 5 in Galle. Watch the hilarious on-field exchange here.

'Hit a Six, I’ll Take You to IPL" — How Jaiswal’s mind games trapped Dickwella on day 5 | WATCH

Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios was provisionally suspended after testing positive for cocaine, admitting he made a 'huge mistake'. Kyrgios, 31, who last made a Grand Slam final at Wimbledon 2022, failed a dope test during an ATP event in Mallorca on June 22. "On 17 July 2026, a World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) accredited laboratory confirmed the presence of benzoylecgonine, a metabolite of cocaine," the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) said. &nbsp;In an Instagram post, Kyrgios took ‘full responsibility’ for his actions that led to his suspension. &nbsp;"I made a huge mistake," he wrote. "I'm sorry to my fans, my family, my sponsors and everyone close to me. &nbsp;"Above all, I'm sorry to the kids who follow me. &nbsp;“I know the example this sets and I'm deeply disappointed in myself.”<h2>A talent too good to be wasted</h2>A suspect temperament and serious injuries have marred Kyrgios throughout his career, although he has won seven singles titles on the ATP Tour and rose to a high of 13 in 2016. His best at the Slams, however, came during Wimbledon 2022, where he reached the championship match, going down in four sets to Novak Djokovic.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bwf-world-championships-2026-gayatri-treesa-lakshya-sen-and-unnati-hooda-shine-1787065544331">BWF World Championships 2026: Gayatri-Treesa, Lakshya Sen and Unnati Hooda shine</a> &nbsp;Despite achieving the unique feat of recording tour-level wins over the "Big Four" of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray, Kyrgios is now ranked 919 in the world and hasn’t played competitive tennis in a long time. His slide down the rankings has been largely driven by severe injuries, including that to his right elbow, left wrist, hip, knees, shoulders and collarbone. &nbsp;On Wednesday (Aug 19), Kyrgios said that the injuries had taken ‘a huge toll on him both physically and mentally’. &nbsp;"None of that excuses what I did," Kyrgios said of his failed test. “However, the good news is that this has given me a wake-up call." &nbsp;"I'm sorry, I'll do the work and come back better,” he added. &nbsp;Meanwhile, the ITIA said that the suspension had been in place since August 4, adding, "While suspended, Kyrgios is not allowed to play in, coach at, or attend any events organised or sanctioned by World Tennis, WTA, ATP, the Grand Slams, or any national association."

Nick Kyrgios is provisionally suspended by the ITIA after testing positive for cocaine in Mallorca. Read his apology for his "huge mistake."

Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios was provisionally suspended after testing positive for cocaine, admitting he made a 'huge mistake'. Kyrgios, 31, who last made a Grand Slam final at Wimbledon 2022, failed a dope test during an ATP event in Mallorca on June 22. "On 17 July 2026, a World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) accredited laboratory confirmed the presence of benzoylecgonine, a metabolite of cocaine," the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) said. In an Instagram post, Kyrgios took ‘full responsibility’ for his actions that led to his suspension. "I made a huge mistake," he wrote. "I'm sorry to my fans, my family, my sponsors and everyone close to me. "Above all, I'm sorry to the kids who follow me. “I know the example this sets and I'm deeply disappointed in myself.” A talent too good to be wasted A suspect temperament and serious injuries have marred Kyrgios throughout his career, although he has won seven singles titles on the ATP Tour and rose to a high of 13 in 2016. His best at the Slams, however, came during Wimbledon 2022, where he reached the championship match, going down in four sets to Novak Djokovic. Also read| BWF World Championships 2026: Gayatri-Treesa, Lakshya Sen and Unnati Hooda shine Despite achieving the unique feat of recording tour-level wins over the "Big Four" of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray, Kyrgios is now ranked 919 in the world and hasn’t played competitive tennis in a long time. His slide down the rankings has been largely driven by severe injuries, including that to his right elbow, left wrist, hip, knees, shoulders and collarbone. On Wednesday (Aug 19), Kyrgios said that the injuries had taken ‘a huge toll on him both physically and mentally’. "None of that excuses what I did," Kyrgios said of his failed test. “However, the good news is that this has given me a wake-up call." "I'm sorry, I'll do the work and come back better,” he added. Meanwhile, the ITIA said that the suspension had been in place since August 4, adding, "While suspended, Kyrgios is not allowed to play in, coach at, or attend any events organised or sanctioned by World Tennis, WTA, ATP, the Grand Slams, or any national association."

Nick Kyrgios is provisionally suspended by the ITIA after testing positive for cocaine in Mallorca. Read his apology for his "huge mistake."

Suspended Nick Kyrgios admits 'huge mistake' after failing cocaine test

India have <a href="https://www.bcci.tv/matches/9492698a-0cbe-4faa-ab47-44c1048dc8d0/sri-lanka-vs-india">beaten Sri Lanka in the first of two Tests</a> of the ongoing series by 165 runs on Wednesday (Aug 19). Chasing 372, Sri Lanka started the day at 84/4 and were bowled out for 206 shortly after lunch. For India, Manav Suthar picked 6/55 in the second innings and finished with a 10-for in his second ever Test only. For Sri Lanka, skipper Dhananjaya de Silva (59) and Sonal Dinusha (84) tried their best but it was not enough to change the inevitable in the end.<h2>How India orchestrated win in their 600th Test</h2>Sri Lanka began the day at 84/4 with skipper Dhananjaya de Silva (31 not out) and Sonal Dinusha (25 not out) having already added 37 runs for the fifth wicket. The duo went on add 95 runs before Ravindra Jadeja dismissed de Silva (59) to break the partnership. Niroshan Dickwella was next to go 14 runs later, thanks to Prasidh Krishna. Suthar then picked up rest of the four wickets to complete his six-for in addition to 4/76 taken in the first innings.Also Watch - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sl-watch-suthar-jurel-combine-for-contentious-dismissal-in-1st-test-1787115695176">IND vs SL: Manav Suthar, Dhruv Jurel combine for contentious dismissal in 1st Test</a>This was India's <a href="https://www.icc-cricket.com/tournaments/world-test-championship/standings">fifth win in 10 matches in World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle</a>, as they improved their percentage of 53.33 while staying put on the fifth place.<h2>India skipper Gill praises Padikkal and Suthar for impressive performance</h2>Devdutt Padikkal, who came in the side in place of injured Sai Sudharsan, was named Player of the Match for 167 in the first innings and 44 in the second innings. Skipper Gill was full praise for the batter as well as Suthar for his 10-wicket haul."He was magnificent to watch. Important to get hundreds but even after getting a hundred…he got a big one. Being in a competitive match and in a comfortable position…the way he batted and dominated in the second innings, was great to watch," Gill about Padikkal."He has been bowling magnificently. Looks like a very promising guy and someone who can play for India for a long time," he added about Suthar.

India beat Sri Lanka by 165 runs in the first Test in Galle on day 5 (Wednesday, Aug 19). For India, Manav Suthar picked up 6/55 in the second innings and finished with a 10-wicket haul.

India have beaten Sri Lanka in the first of two Tests of the ongoing series by 165 runs on Wednesday (Aug 19). Chasing 372, Sri Lanka started the day at 84/4 and were bowled out for 206 shortly after lunch. For India, Manav Suthar picked 6/55 in the second innings and finished with a 10-for in his second ever Test only. For Sri Lanka, skipper Dhananjaya de Silva (59) and Sonal Dinusha (84) tried their best but it was not enough to change the inevitable in the end. How India orchestrated win in their 600th Test Sri Lanka began the day at 84/4 with skipper Dhananjaya de Silva (31 not out) and Sonal Dinusha (25 not out) having already added 37 runs for the fifth wicket. The duo went on add 95 runs before Ravindra Jadeja dismissed de Silva (59) to break the partnership. Niroshan Dickwella was next to go 14 runs later, thanks to Prasidh Krishna. Suthar then picked up rest of the four wickets to complete his six-for in addition to 4/76 taken in the first innings. Also Watch - IND vs SL: Manav Suthar, Dhruv Jurel combine for contentious dismissal in 1st Test This was India's fifth win in 10 matches in World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle, as they improved their percentage of 53.33 while staying put on the fifth place. India skipper Gill praises Padikkal and Suthar for impressive performance Devdutt Padikkal, who came in the side in place of injured Sai Sudharsan, was named Player of the Match for 167 in the first innings and 44 in the second innings. Skipper Gill was full praise for the batter as well as Suthar for his 10-wicket haul. "He was magnificent to watch. Important to get hundreds but even after getting a hundred…he got a big one. Being in a competitive match and in a comfortable position…the way he batted and dominated in the second innings, was great to watch," Gill about Padikkal. "He has been bowling magnificently. Looks like a very promising guy and someone who can play for India for a long time," he added about Suthar.

Match Summary: IND 462 &amp; 193; SL 284 &amp; 206India beat Sri Lanka by 165 runs in the first Test in Galle on day 5 (Wednesday, Aug 19). For India, Manav Suthar picked up 6/55 in the second innings and finished with a 10-wicket haul.

IND vs SL, 1st Test: Manav Suthar's 10-for in only second match helps India win by 165 runs

The first Test between India vs Sri Lanka moved with a rapid pace on Day 4 (Aug 18) in Galle as the visitors took long strides for a victory. Sri Lanka were set a target of 372 runs to win but lost four wickets before even putting 50 runs on the board, and th fourth of those wicket became embroiled in controversy. It was Sri Lanka opener Lahiru Udara, who was dismissed by India spinner Manav Suthar in the 22nd over of Sri Lanka's second innings, but the catch taken by Dhruv Jurel in the slips created controversy.<h2>IND-SL Test sees contentious decision of TV umpire</h2>The moment came on the fourth ball of the 22nd over, when Suthar drew Udara forward, but only for him to edge the ball which was caught by Jurel in the slips. India appealed, but the on-field umpire wasn't fully sure if the ball had carried and referred the decision to the TV umpire.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pr-sreejesh-downplays-india-pakistan-rivalry-hockey-world-cup-1787068206362">Hockey WC: ‘Pakistan matches are no longer tough' - Sreejesh downplays rivalry</a>Upon a couple of reviews, Udara, much to his dismay, was given out despite the ball seemingly touching the ground as Jurel tried to get his fingers underneath it. Have a look at the video of the moment below:

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"It's been pushed along the ground for a bit. The ball was pushed along the ground. You can see, it was pushed along. When you look at that slow-motion replay, it seems that the fingers were pushed back and the front of the ball was touching the ground," former SL batter Russel Arnold said on air about the decision. "For me, the ball is on the ground there. The fingers are behind the ball," he added.<h2>India in driver's seat in Galle</h2>The visitors first dismissed Sri Lanka for 284 in the first innings to take a lead of 178 runs before scoring 193 runs in the second innings. Rishabh Pant was India's highest run scorer with 66, during which he also became the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rishabh-pant-fastest-to-100-test-sixes-galle-test-1787050459534">fastest player to hit 100 Test sixes</a>. Pant also took over India skipper Shubman Gill has India's best batter in World Test Championship (WTC) Tests.Batting fourth, Sri Lanka had a horrible start as they lost first wicket for just 13 runs, second at 14 runs, and third at 21 runs. Just as things started to settle down a bit, Suthar dismissed Udara to bring SL at 47/4. Skipper Dananjaya de Silva (31 not out) and Sonal Dinusha (25 not out), then added 37 runs for the fifth wicket and avoided any further loss. On day 5 (Aug 19), Sri Lanka need 288 runs to win while India need six wickets.&nbsp;

Controversy struck Day 4 of the Galle Test as Sri Lanka fell to 84/4 chasing 372 against India. TV umpire's decision to give Lahiru Udara out off Manav Suthar sparked debate over a low catch.

The first Test between India vs Sri Lanka moved with a rapid pace on Day 4 (Aug 18) in Galle as the visitors took long strides for a victory. Sri Lanka were set a target of 372 runs to win but lost four wickets before even putting 50 runs on the board, and th fourth of those wicket became embroiled in controversy. It was Sri Lanka opener Lahiru Udara, who was dismissed by India spinner Manav Suthar in the 22nd over of Sri Lanka's second innings, but the catch taken by Dhruv Jurel in the slips created controversy. IND-SL Test sees contentious decision of TV umpire The moment came on the fourth ball of the 22nd over, when Suthar drew Udara forward, but only for him to edge the ball which was caught by Jurel in the slips. India appealed, but the on-field umpire wasn't fully sure if the ball had carried and referred the decision to the TV umpire. Also Read - Hockey WC: ‘Pakistan matches are no longer tough' - Sreejesh downplays rivalry Upon a couple of reviews, Udara, much to his dismay, was given out despite the ball seemingly touching the ground as Jurel tried to get his fingers underneath it. Have a look at the video of the moment below:

Controversy struck Day 4 of the Galle Test as Sri Lanka fell to 84/4 chasing 372 against India. TV umpire's decision to give Lahiru Udara out off Manav Suthar sparked debate over a low catch.

IND vs SL: Manav Suthar, Dhruv Jurel combine for contentious dismissal in 1st Test - WATCH

United States' Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is continuing the crackdown on 'illegal immigrants' in the country and the latest person to be detained is San Diego Padres' minor-league coach. Oswaldo Pirela, who works as catching coordinator of Padres Triple-A affiliate El Paso Chihuahuas, was detained by the ICE early Sunday (Aug 17) at El Paso Airport in Texas while returning from the work trip. Pirela had arrived in the USA from Venezuela and applied for the asylum. As of Tuesday (Aug 18), he continues to be in detention. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), under which ICE operates, says that Pirela does not have legal status to be in the country and will face removal proceedings.<h2>Why Pirela was detained by ICE despite having work permit?</h2>As reported by ESPN, Pirela's brother said that he was not in possession of his temporary work-permit card at the time of detention. His wife Kemberly Avila, told The Athletic, that the family has applied for the asylum and carry temporary identification cards in meanwhile.“We recently became aware of the detainment of minor league catching coordinator Oswaldo Pirela in El Paso, Texas,” the Padres said in a statement. “We are working to gather additional information and will not have any further comment at this time.”Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/harry-kane-set-to-extend-bayern-munich-contract-beyond-2027-1787058658611">Harry Kane set for extended Bayern Munich stay as contract negotiations begin</a>According to a DHS spokesperson telling CNN, "Work authorization or a pending application do not confer legal status in the United States."The officials also confirmed that Pirela entered the US in 2014 and was granted permission to stay till February 2018 which he has exceeded.<h2>Who is Oswaldo Pirela?</h2>Pirela lives outside Phoenix, Arizona with his wife Kemberly and two US-born daughters and had joined the Padres staff in 2024. He was returning home from a work trip when he was detained. Previously, he had been part of the Texas Rangers' minor-league system as a catcher.While the DHS says that Pirela will face the removal proceedings, it remains unclear when he will face the immigration court next.&nbsp;

San Diego Padres minor-league coach Oswaldo Pirela was detained by ICE at El Paso Airport over an expired stay and lack of legal status, despite having work authorization and a pending asylum request.

United States' Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is continuing the crackdown on 'illegal immigrants' in the country and the latest person to be detained is San Diego Padres' minor-league coach. Oswaldo Pirela, who works as catching coordinator of Padres Triple-A affiliate El Paso Chihuahuas, was detained by the ICE early Sunday (Aug 17) at El Paso Airport in Texas while returning from the work trip. Pirela had arrived in the USA from Venezuela and applied for the asylum. As of Tuesday (Aug 18), he continues to be in detention. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), under which ICE operates, says that Pirela does not have legal status to be in the country and will face removal proceedings. Why Pirela was detained by ICE despite having work permit? As reported by ESPN, Pirela's brother said that he was not in possession of his temporary work-permit card at the time of detention. His wife Kemberly Avila, told The Athletic, that the family has applied for the asylum and carry temporary identification cards in meanwhile. “We recently became aware of the detainment of minor league catching coordinator Oswaldo Pirela in El Paso, Texas,” the Padres said in a statement. “We are working to gather additional information and will not have any further comment at this time.” Also Read - Harry Kane set for extended Bayern Munich stay as contract negotiations begin According to a DHS spokesperson telling CNN, "Work authorization or a pending application do not confer legal status in the United States." The officials also confirmed that Pirela entered the US in 2014 and was granted permission to stay till February 2018 which he has exceeded. Who is Oswaldo Pirela? Pirela lives outside Phoenix, Arizona with his wife Kemberly and two US-born daughters and had joined the Padres staff in 2024. He was returning home from a work trip when he was detained. Previously, he had been part of the Texas Rangers' minor-league system as a catcher. While the DHS says that Pirela will face the removal proceedings, it remains unclear when he will face the immigration court next.

San Diego Padres minor-league coach Oswaldo Pirela was detained by ICE at El Paso Airport over an expired stay and lack of legal status, despite having work authorization and a pending asylum request.

US ICE detains Padres minor-league coach Oswaldo Pirela despite work authorization

Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala said he is suffering from a neurological disorder after a second on-field collapse in three days on Tuesday. The 23-year-old Germany international fell to the turf just minutes after coming on late in a pre-season friendly at Heidenheim. A similar incident took place on Saturday in Bayern's home win over RB Leipzig. On Tuesday in Heidenheim, Musiala appeared dazed as he received medical treatment and was helped off the pitch.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/harry-kane-set-to-extend-bayern-munich-contract-beyond-2027-1787058658611">Harry Kane set for extended Bayern Munich stay as contract negotiations begin</a>Musiala later revealed on social media that he had a disorder which could lead to "temporary but treatable seizures"."I have been diagnosed with brief, temporary episodes of absence that are easily treatable and are caused by a neurological dysfunction," Musiala said."These can lead to the moments that have occurred recently, such as against Leipzig and now in Heidenheim."I know that they may seem scary at first glance - but for me, they are currently simply part of my everyday life."Musiala added that he was "incredibly grateful for all your messages and your support"."I am receiving the best possible medical care in this regard, and I am very optimistic."After the match, Bayern sporting director Max Eberl said Musiala would comment on the situation soon."Jamal will speak about this in the near future. We knew about it and we are aware of the situation," Eberl said."Jamal will speak out."On Saturday, Musiala collapsed on the pitch against Leipzig and required medical attention in hot conditions in the Bavarian capital, with temperatures well over 30C.Musiala missed the first six months of last season due to a broken ankle sustained at the Club World Cup, but he returned in the second half of the campaign and played for Germany at the 2026 World Cup.

The 23-year-old Germany international fell to the turf just minutes after coming on late in a pre-season friendly at Heidenheim. A similar incident took place on Saturday in Bayern's home win over RB Leipzig.

Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala said he is suffering from a neurological disorder after a second on-field collapse in three days on Tuesday. The 23-year-old Germany international fell to the turf just minutes after coming on late in a pre-season friendly at Heidenheim. A similar incident took place on Saturday in Bayern's home win over RB Leipzig. On Tuesday in Heidenheim, Musiala appeared dazed as he received medical treatment and was helped off the pitch. Also Read - Harry Kane set for extended Bayern Munich stay as contract negotiations begin Musiala later revealed on social media that he had a disorder which could lead to "temporary but treatable seizures". "I have been diagnosed with brief, temporary episodes of absence that are easily treatable and are caused by a neurological dysfunction," Musiala said. "These can lead to the moments that have occurred recently, such as against Leipzig and now in Heidenheim. "I know that they may seem scary at first glance - but for me, they are currently simply part of my everyday life." Musiala added that he was "incredibly grateful for all your messages and your support". "I am receiving the best possible medical care in this regard, and I am very optimistic." After the match, Bayern sporting director Max Eberl said Musiala would comment on the situation soon. "Jamal will speak about this in the near future. We knew about it and we are aware of the situation," Eberl said. "Jamal will speak out." On Saturday, Musiala collapsed on the pitch against Leipzig and required medical attention in hot conditions in the Bavarian capital, with temperatures well over 30C. Musiala missed the first six months of last season due to a broken ankle sustained at the Club World Cup, but he returned in the second half of the campaign and played for Germany at the 2026 World Cup.

The 23-year-old Germany international fell to the turf just minutes after coming on late in a pre-season friendly at Heidenheim. A similar incident took place on Saturday in Bayern's home win over RB Leipzig.

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