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AFC stands with UEFA, CONCACAF against FIFA's commercial plan

IANS | July 31, 2026 4:25 PM

Kuala Lumpur, July 31 (IANS) The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) on Friday threw its weight behind the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) and Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football ( CONCACAF) in opposing FIFA’s controversial FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal, warning that the plan lacks the broad consensus needed to move forward and calling for an urgent review of FIFA’s governance and decision-making processes.

UPT20 League: Sharing dressing room with India, IPL stars a big boost for young cricketers, says Vishesh Gaur

IANS | July 31, 2026 4:03 PM

Lucknow, July 31 (IANS) Gaur Gorakhpur Lions owner Vishesh Gaur believes that sharing a dressing room with seasoned international and IPL cricketers gives young players a big boost as it gives them the ideal environment to learn, build confidence, and grow.

Swapna Barman, India's first heptathlete to win Asiad gold medal, retires from athletics

IANS | July 31, 2026 3:53 PM

New Delhi, July 31 (IANS) Swapna Barman, India's first heptathlete to win a gold medal at the Asian Games, announced her retirement from athletics on Friday, citing the run of injuries.

Hockey India chief Dilip Tirkey says Executive Board not consulted regarding the jersey colour change

IANS | July 31, 2026 3:46 PM

New Delhi, July 31 (IANS) Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey on Friday wrote emails to senior office-bearers and Executive Board members, questioning the decision to change the national team’s traditional blue jersey to saffron for the upcoming FIH Hockey World Cup and stated it has been implemented "without being placed before the Executive Board for discussion and without my prior knowledge."

Tremendous honour for Zimbabwe to co-host 2027 ODI WC, says ZC Chairman Mukuhlani

IANS | July 31, 2026 3:23 PM

Harare, July 31 (IANS) Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) Chairman Tavengwa Mukuhlani on Friday said hosting the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027 is a ‘tremendous honour’, adding that it also huge a vote of confidence in the country's ability to stage marquee global cricketing events.

‘Missing out on FIFA World Cup only made me work harder’: Cole Palmer

IANS | July 31, 2026 2:58 PM

Sydney, July 31 (IANS) Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer has admitted that missing out on England’s FIFA World Cup 2026 squad was a painful experience but said the disappointment has only increased his hunger to prove himself this season.

CWG 2026: PM Modi congratulates Lovepreet, Seema on medal-winning performance

IANS | July 31, 2026 2:25 PM

New Delhi, July 31 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated Indian weightlifter Lovepreet Singh and discus thrower Seema Kaliramna for winning silver and bronze medals respectively at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, praising their determination and wishing them success in the future.

FIH WC: Mandeep, Abhishek and Lakra highlight importance of consistency and chemistry

IANS | July 31, 2026 2:04 PM

New Delhi, July 31, 2026 (IANS) As the Indian men's hockey team gears up for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026, forwards Mandeep Singh, Abhishek and Shilanand Lakra have underlined the importance of chemistry, consistency, teamwork and meticulous preparation as they look to spearhead India's campaign at the marquee event.

Windies pacer Alzarri calls coach Sammy's selection remark 'controversial, without context'

IANS | July 31, 2026 1:56 PM

St John’s (Antigua), July 31 (IANS) Fast bowler Alzarri Joseph has hit back at West Indies head coach Daren Sammy for saying he ‘declined selection’ for the ongoing Test series against Pakistan, calling the coach's remarks ‘controversial, without context'.

Former Italy captain, AC Milan legend Franco Baresi dies at 66

IANS | July 31, 2026 12:54 PM

Milan, July 31 (IANS) Former Italy captain and AC Milan legend Franco Baresi, widely regarded as one of the greatest defenders in football history, has died at the age of 66 after battling illness, the Serie A club announced on Friday.

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AFC stands with UEFA, CONCACAF against FIFA's commercial plan

UPT20 League: Sharing dressing room with India, IPL stars a big boost for young cricketers, says Vishesh Gaur

Swapna Barman, India's first heptathlete to win Asiad gold medal, retires from athletics

Hockey India chief Dilip Tirkey says Executive Board not consulted regarding the jersey colour change

Tremendous honour for Zimbabwe to co-host 2027 ODI WC, says ZC Chairman Mukuhlani

‘Missing out on FIFA World Cup only made me work harder’: Cole Palmer

CWG 2026: PM Modi congratulates Lovepreet, Seema on medal-winning performance

FIH WC: Mandeep, Abhishek and Lakra highlight importance of consistency and chemistry

Windies pacer Alzarri calls coach Sammy's selection remark 'controversial, without context'

Former Italy captain, AC Milan legend Franco Baresi dies at 66

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