Vancouver's iconic Science World has undergone a spectacular transformation ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The city's famous geodesic dome has been wrapped to resemble a giant 40-metre Adidas Trionda match ball, creating a striking new landmark on the city's skyline.

Dubbed the "Beautiful Dome," the installation is set to serve as the centerpiece of Vancouver's summer-long football and science celebrations as Canada gears up to co-host the biggest FIFA World Cup in history. The project highlights the growing excitement surrounding the tournament and the fusion of sport, culture and innovation.

2026 FIFA World Cup: Vancouver's Science World Transformed Into the Match Ball 

Opener Shafali Verma scored 87 off 78 balls as India reached 298-7 in 50 overs against South Africa in the Women’s Cricket World Cup final on Sunday.

Verma scored her career-best score as the Proteas were set a challenging target at the DY Patil Stadium.

ODI World Cup: Verma scores 87 as India sets South Africa target of 299 in women's cricket WC final

Rohit Sharma continued his red-hot form at the ICC ODI World Cup with a 40-ball 48 against Bangladesh. The Indian captain leads the run-scoring charts at the showpiece tournament with 265 runs in four matches.

ODI WC: Rohit Sharma continues red-hot form

India will be sweating over Hardik Pandya's injury that he suffered during their match against Bangladesh in the ICC ODI World Cup. Pandya hurt his ankle in the ninth while attempting to field the ball off his own bowling. The all-rounder was taken to hospital for scans. Pandya is crucial to team India's balance but if he doesn't recover in time who should replace him? 1996 World Cup winning coach Dav Whatmore and Wion Sports Editor Digvijay Singh Deo discuss the possible replacements.

ODI WC: Hardik Pandya taken for scans after injury vs Bangladesh

Marnus Labuschagne has replaced Ashton Agar in Australia's final 15-member squad for the World Cup. Can he be an X-factor for the five-time World Champions?

Marnus Labuschagne In Australia's Wc Squad

Wc, News on Wc, stories on Wc, articles on Wc, Wc stories at Wion, Wc news, Wc latest news

wc

2026 FIFA World Cup: Vancouver's Science World Transformed Into the Match Ball

ODI World Cup: Verma scores 87 as India sets South Africa target of 299 in women's cricket WC final

ODI WC: Rohit Sharma continues red-hot form

ODI WC: Hardik Pandya taken for scans after injury vs Bangladesh

Marnus Labuschagne In Australia's Wc Squad