‘We control Isak’s future to an extent’: Howe confirms no formal offers made for Swedish striker

IANS | July 29, 2025 6:17 PM

Suwon, July 29 (IANS) Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe spoke on the potential exit of striker Alexander Isak and confirmed that there have been no offers for the Swedish striker. Newcastle United are currently touring South-East Asia as part of their pre-season preparations. After a 2-3 defeat against Arsenal, the Toons will face K-League XI at the Suwon World Cup Stadium in South Korea on Wednesday.

India men’s fast-bowling injury crisis: what’s causing it — and how could it be fixed

Niharika Raina | July 29, 2025 2:38 PM

New Delhi, July 29 (IANS) Ahead of the Manchester Test against England, injuries to fast bowlers resurfaced in the Indian team. Akash Deep (groin niggle at Lord’s), Nitish Kumar Reddy (out of series due to knee ligament injury), and Arshdeep Singh (cut on bowling hand during training) were unavailable - reigniting concerns over India’s fast-bowling injury stocks.