New York, July 3 (IANS) Spain can look forward to their last-16 tie against neighbour Portugal in what promises to be another thriller at this summer's 2026 FIFA World Cup. The last time the two sides met, Portugal emerged victorious on penalties in the 2025 UEFA Nations League final after a 2-2 draw over 120 minutes.
Hyderabad, July 3 (IANS) Opener Gaurav Reddy carried his bat to guide Anurag Nalgonda Knights to a crucial eight-wicket win against Medak Falcons in the Hyderabad Cricket Association's Sreenidhi University TG20’s first match on Friday. The victory lifts the Knights to second on the points table.
Manchester, July 3 (IANS) England have recalled pace spearhead Jofra Archer and handed fast bowler Josh Tongue his T20I debut as the hosts made two changes to their playing XI for the second T20I against India at Emirates Old Trafford on Saturday.
Madrid, July 3 (IANS) Real Madrid have firmly denied reports linking the club with a move for Chelsea and Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez, issuing an official statement rejecting speculation that they are attempting to sign the World Cup winner.
Manchester, July 3 (IANS) Sussex all-rounder James Coles has earned his maiden England One-day International call-up after being named in a 16-member squad for the three-match ODI series against India later this month, while fast bowler Josh Tongue also received his first ODI selection.
Hulencourt (Belgium), July 3 (IANS) Diksha Dagar's impressive run on the Ladies European Tour showed no signs of slowing down as the in-form Indian produced another composed, bogey-free round to move into a share of the first-round lead at the Hulencourt Women's Open on Thursday. Fellow Indian Aditi Ashok also made an encouraging start, finishing inside the top 10 after the opening day.
Dubai, July 3 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday announced the match officials for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 final, with experienced umpires Jacquline Williams and India's Vrinda Rathi set to take charge of the title clash between England and Australia at Lord's Cricket Ground on Sunday.
Vancouver, July 3 (IANS) Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has confirmed his retirement from international football after his side were knocked out of the FIFA World Cup with a 2-0 defeat to Switzerland in the Round of 32 at the BC Place on Friday.
Kolkata, July 3 (IANS) The 135th edition of the prestigious Durand Cup will commence with the enactment of one of Indian football's greatest rivalries as record 17-time champion Mohun Bagan Super Giant take on 16-time winner East Bengal FC in the opening fixture at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on July 25.
New Delhi, July 3 (IANS) England must shed the psychological scars of recent defeats to Australia and embrace a fresh mindset if they are to end their rivals' dominance in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup final, former England captain Nasser Hussain has said.
