Arsenal sign Martin Zubamendi from Real Sociedad

IANS | July 6, 2025 4:52 PM

London, July 6 (IANS) Arsenal have signed Spanish midfielder Martin Zubamendi on a long-term contract from La Liga side Real Sociedad. He slots right into Mikel Arteta's midfield after the departures of Thomas Partey and Jorginho.

Odisha Cricket Association announces inaugural season of Odisha Pro T20 League

IANS | July 6, 2025 3:13 PM

Cuttack, July 6 (IANS) The Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) announced the launch of the Odisha Pro T20 League (OPTL), a landmark franchise-based T20 tournament set to debut in September 2025. Featuring six dynamic teams representing various regions of Odisha, the league aims to redefine the cricketing landscape of the state.

'Little positives I can take': Green sees light after lean run at number 3

IANS | July 6, 2025 12:07 PM

St George's, July 6 (IANS) Cameron Green hopes his fighting half-century on day three of the second Test against West Indies in Grenada marks a turning point in what has been a challenging run of form at the top of Australia’s order. Promoted to bat at No. 3 during last month’s World Test Championship final, Green managed just four runs in a disappointing return to Test cricket after more than a year out. Despite that, skipper Pat Cummins backed the 26-year-old all-rounder as a long-term option at first drop, giving him a continued run during the three-match series in the Caribbean.