New Delhi, July 30 (IANS) The star-studded senior men's national team of five-time World Champions and World No.5 Brazil will visit for a historic tour later this year and play a friendly with India, ranked 138th in the FIFA World Rankings, in Kolkata on October 3.
Madrid, July 30 (IANS) Real Madrid defender Raul Asencio is set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering a thigh muscle injury that is expected to keep him out until mid-September.
Dhaka, July 30 (IANS) Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto believes his team’s bowling attack has enough quality to trouble Australia in the upcoming two-Test series, despite the absence of fast bowler Nahid Rana.
Madrid, July 30 (IANS) New Barcelona signing Karim Adeyemi is looking forward to working again with coach Hansi Flick and believes his move to the Spanish giants could help him regain his place in the Germany national team.
Imphal, July 30 (IANS) FC Raengdai marked their maiden Durand Cup appearance in memorable fashion with an impressive 1-0 victory over last year's quarterfinalists, Indian Navy Football Team, in a Group D fixture of the 135th Durand Cup at the Khuman Lampak Main Stadium in Imphal on Thursday.
Mumbai, July 30 (IANS) Yamini Mourya, the first Indian judoka to win a medal at the FISU World University Games, is heading to the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, looking to build on the momentum gained from previous experience and take on another major international challenge.
New Delhi, July 30 (IANS) Former India captain Virat Kohli hailed Ajinkya Rahane as the 'safest pair of hands in the slips' and his favourite Test batting partner while congratulating the veteran batter on a 'great career' following his retirement from international cricket.
Glasgow, July 30 (IANS) India’s Praveen Chitravel and Selva Thirumaran advanced to the men’s triple jump final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after negotiating a challenging qualification round on Thursday.
Johannesburg, July 30 (IANS) Former South Africa all-rounder Albie Morkel has been appointed as the new head coach of Joburg Super Kings ahead of the upcoming season of the SA20. He steps into the top role after Stephen Fleming left the Super Kings franchise earlier this month and will take charge as England’s Test cricket coach.
New Delhi, July 30 (IANS) Legendary India batter Sachin Tendulkar hailed Ajinkya Rahane for his ‘remarkable career’, highlighting the former India captain's composure and ability to put the team's interests ahead of his own after the 37-year-old announced his retirement from international cricket on Thursday.
