FIFA WC: Haaland's brace fires Norway into knockouts

IANS | June 23, 2026 8:03 AM

New Jersey, June 23 (IANS) A brace from Erling Haaland ensured Norway's progression to the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a 3-2 win over Senegal in the Group I match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 here at the New Jersey Stadium on Tuesday (IST).

I'm not spending time thinking about my age: Messi

IANS | June 23, 2026 7:12 AM

Arlington, June 23 (IANS) After becoming the FIFA World Cup's all-time scorer two days shy of his 39th birthday, Lionel Messi said he is not thinking about his age; his only focus is to remain fit.

Dominant Royals and Steelers storm into the inaugural Jharkhand T20 League final

IANS | June 23, 2026 6:31 AM

Ranchi, June 23 (IANS) The penultimate day of the Jharkhand T20 Cricket League 2026 concluded with two contrasting semi-finals at the JSCA International Stadium Complex. While Jamshedpur Steelers stun the table-topper Koylanchal Super Kings, Chota Nagpur Royals successfully chased down a massive total to knock out the Ranchi Titans.