London, May 7 (IANS) Ben Shelton will return to the Laver Cup 2026 after confirming his participation for Team World. The American, currently ranked World No. 6, is set for his third appearance at the tournament and joins a growing list of confirmed stars for the competition scheduled to be held at The O2 from September 25 to 27.
Munich, May 7 (IANS) UEFA Champions League winner and five-time Bundesliga Champion Niklas Sule has announced a shock retirement at the age of 30 after an injury scare forced him to reconsider his decision on the future. German International player will put an end to his enormous career at the end of the season once his contract with Borussia Dortmund expires.
Guwahati, May 7 (IANS) BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has come down heavily on reports of “unauthorised persons” moving with IPL teams and players, asserting that the Board is not “sitting idle” and will take stringent action against violations.
New Delhi, May 7 (IANS) Former Australia batter Marcus North is reportedly set to take over as England’s new national selector, with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) expected to formalise the appointment in the coming days. The Durham director of cricket has emerged as the frontrunner for the role after the completion of the interview process, edging out former England pacers Steven Finn and Darren Gough.
Liverpool, May 7 (IANS) English football club Liverpool has bowed down to the fans and made a U-turn on their controversial plan to increase the ticket prices for the next three seasons following widespread protest from the supporters, who were seen carrying banners and placards and chanting against the club in their recent matches at the Anfield Stadium.
Jammu, May 7 (IANS) The Fencing Association of India (FAI) is planning to launch the country’s first-ever auction-based Indian Fencing League to promote the overall development of the sport and provide elite athletes with a competitive platform.
Birmingham, May 7 (IANS) English football club Aston Villa Women midfielder Lucy Staniforth has announced her retirement from professional football on Thursday. The 33-year-old will bring an end to a remarkable 16-year-long professional career at the end of the season.
New Delhi, May 7 (IANS) Punjab Kings’ chase against Sunrisers Hyderabad was effectively derailed by the early dismissal of captain Shreyas Iyer, according to former India opener Aakash Chopra, who termed the wicket the turning point of the contest which the visitors lost by 33 runs.
Ahmedabad, May 7 (IANS) India is set to host the inaugural edition of the World Yogasana Championship from June 4 to 8 here at TransStadia with participation from over 40 countries.
New Delhi, May 7 (IANS) Former India wicketkeeper-batter Deep Dasgupta heaped praise on Nitish Kumar Reddy, calling him the only proper allrounder in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2026 season after his side Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) defeated Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 33 runs.
