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Women’s T20 WC: When and where to watch AUS vs England final, know all details

IANS | July 4, 2026 2:35 PM

London, July 4 (IANS) Arch-rivals England and Australia are set to battle for ultimate glory in the final of the 2026ICC Women’s T20 World Cup at the historic Lord’s Cricket Ground on Sunday. The high-stakes encounter marks the fourth time these two cricketing powerhouses will contest the tournament's summit clash, having previously met in the 2012, 2014, and 2018 finals – all won by Australia.

Women’s T20 WC: Unbeaten heavyweights Australia and England clash for ultimate glory at Lord's

IANS | July 4, 2026 2:30 PM

London, July 4 (IANS) Arch-rivals Australia and England will lock horns in a clash of unbeaten teams when cricket's most celebrated rivalry takes centrestage in the final of the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground on Sunday.

FIFA WC: 'We have many things to correct,' says Messi after Argentina survive Cape Verde test

IANS | July 4, 2026 2:18 PM

Miami, July 4 (IANS) Argentina captain Lionel Messi admitted his side have 'many things to correct' after surviving a major scare to defeat Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time and book their place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

'Sooryavanshi will do wonders for India, don't pressurise him': Chaminda Vaas

IANS | July 4, 2026 1:21 PM

Hyderabad, July 4 (IANS) Former Sri Lanka fast bowler Chaminda Vaas, currently serving as the official mentor of the Palamuru Strikers in the Telangana T20 League (TG20), believes teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has all the ingredients to enjoy a successful international career but urged fans and experts not to burden the 15-year-old with unrealistic expectations.

Wins over Germany, Netherlands 'solid stepping stone' for WC and Asiad: Fulton

IANS | July 4, 2026 1:09 PM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) As the Indian men's hockey team registered confidence-boosting victories over the reigning world champions Germany and the 2024 Paris Olympics gold medallists the Netherlands at the FIH Pro League, head coach Craig Fulton stated such wins built a solid stepping stone for the team heading into the FIH World Cup and Asian Games.

France must avoid falling into 'tenacious' Paraguay's trap: Pires

IANS | July 4, 2026 12:51 PM

Philadelphia, July 4 (IANS) As France prepare to face Paraguay in the round of 16 match of the FIFA World Cup 2026, former French midfielder and winger Robert Pires suggested that France must avoid falling into the trap set by "tenacious and aggressive" Paraguay, who are coming off their stunning elimination of four-time champions Germany.

'Cape Verde proved they're a great team': Scaloni after FIFA WC thriller

IANS | July 4, 2026 12:45 PM

Miami, July 4 (IANS) Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni heaped praise on debutants Cape Verde after they pushed the defending champions all the way to extra time in the round of 32 thriller at the Miami Stadium on Saturday. However, Lionel Messi's side came away victorious with a 3-2 victory in their first knockout match of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

'Iyer’s knock in 1st T20I was a masterclass in reading the situation,’ says Patel

IANS | July 4, 2026 12:04 PM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel believes Shreyas Iyer silenced his critics with a composed captain’s knock in the rain-abandoned first T20I against England, saying the innings showcased his maturity and ability to adapt to the match situation.

'Communicate clearly with Vaibhav, don’t rush him into playing XI': Parthiv

IANS | July 4, 2026 11:39 AM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel has urged the Indian team management to handle Vaibhav Sooryavanshi with patience while backing teenage batting sensation to make his debut at some stage in the series. He stressed that the youngster should not be left guessing about his role in the squad.

England midfielder Rogers expecting 'an occasion to remember' in Last-16 clash with Mexico

IANS | July 4, 2026 11:24 AM

Mexico City, July 4 (IANS) As the Three Lions travelled to Mexico City for their round of 16 tie with a place in the quarter-finals up for grabs for the winners, midfielder Morgan Rogers is expecting "an occasion to remember" when England take on FIFA World Cup 2026 co-hosts Mexico at the Mexico City Stadium.

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Women’s T20 WC: When and where to watch AUS vs England final, know all details

Women’s T20 WC: Unbeaten heavyweights Australia and England clash for ultimate glory at Lord's

FIFA WC: 'We have many things to correct,' says Messi after Argentina survive Cape Verde test

'Sooryavanshi will do wonders for India, don't pressurise him': Chaminda Vaas

Wins over Germany, Netherlands 'solid stepping stone' for WC and Asiad: Fulton

France must avoid falling into 'tenacious' Paraguay's trap: Pires

'Cape Verde proved they're a great team': Scaloni after FIFA WC thriller

'Iyer’s knock in 1st T20I was a masterclass in reading the situation,’ says Patel

'Communicate clearly with Vaibhav, don’t rush him into playing XI': Parthiv

England midfielder Rogers expecting 'an occasion to remember' in Last-16 clash with Mexico

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