FIFA approves Iran's request to shift World Cup base camp to Mexico

IANS | May 24, 2026 2:02 PM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) FIFA has approved Iran’s request to relocate its training base for the 2026 FIFA World Cup from the United States to Mexico, a move driven by growing concerns over travel logistics, visa procedures and wider geopolitical sensitivities surrounding the tournament.

Sinner is so dominant; it's hard to see anybody who has the belief to beat him: Devvarman

IANS | May 24, 2026 1:28 PM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) With defending champion Carlos Alcaraz forced to pull out of Roland Garros due to an ongoing injury, former Indian tennis player Somdev Devvarman believes the men's singles draw has now widely opened, making world No. 1 Jannik Sinner the "heavy favourite" and "the man to beat" in Paris. He also added that a Spaniard's absence opens up so many different opportunities for rising stars like Fonseca, Jodar and others.

IPL 2026: 'Results reflect that Pant has found captaincy challenging,' says Moody

IANS | May 24, 2026 10:30 AM

Lucknow, May 24 (IANS) Lucknow Super Giants’ Director of Cricket Tom Moody acknowledged that captain Rishabh Pant finds the leadership role ‘challenging,’ which has contributed to the team’s poor performances and indicated that the management may consider bringing a change in leadership before the next season.