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Argentina's India Friendly: Minister Reveals Potential Opponents for Messi's Squad

Lionel Messi's Argentina are coming to India. But who will they play in the international friendly? Kerala sports minister reveals details.

BCCI introduces new plate group format across domestic one-day tournaments

The BCCI has announced significant changes to the upcoming domestic cricket season, starting with the Duleep Trophy on August 28th. A plate group is introduced in all domestic one-day tournaments, including the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Major events will now feature four elite groups and one plate group.

US Open 2025: Jannik Sinner shares big promise he made to his parents about quitting tennis

Ahead of the US Open, Jannik Sinner revealed a past pact with his parents: he would quit tennis if he didn't crack the top 200 by age 23 or 24 due to financial constraints. Sinner recently withdrew from the Cincinnati Open final against Carlos Alcaraz due to illness, apologizing to fans and congratulating Alcaraz.

Record breaker! 46-year-old Imran Tahir adds to his numerous milestones

Imran Tahir led Guyana Amazon Warriors to a big win. He took five wickets against Antigua and Barbuda Falcons. Tahir became the oldest captain to achieve this feat in T20 cricket. He is now among the top wicket-takers in T20 history. The Warriors scored 211 runs, securing an 84-run victory. Tahir's bowling was key to the team's success.

WWE: Piper Niven stuns Charlotte Flair in shocking SmackDown upset of 2025

SmackDown delivered a major shock as Piper Niven pinned 18-time champion Charlotte Flair in one of WWE's biggest upsets of 2025 to secure her career-defining singles win.

Tennis a costly dream? Jannik Sinner would have quit if not ranked top 200 by 24

Jannik Sinner has revealed he would have quit tennis if he had not reached the top 200 by age 24. Sinner's comments put light on the financial struggles faced by tennis players from modest backgrounds.

Hope, Hetmyer blitz sets up big win for Guyana Amazon Warriors

Guyana Amazon Warriors posted 211/3 in 20 overs and then defended it well to earn a massive 83-run victory

17-year-old Kajal clinches 72kg gold at U20 World Championships

Kajal, a 17-year-old wrestler and daughter of a taxi driver, clinched gold at the U20 World Wrestling Championship in Bulgaria, defeating China’s Liu Yuqi 8-6. Her victory marks a significant achievement, joining an elite group of Indian wrestlers with medals at both cadet and junior world championships.

Elavenil Valarivan wins gold with new Asian record at Shooting Championships

Battling fever and body ache, Elavenil Valarivan secured a gold medal with a record-breaking score of 253.6 at the 16th Asian Shooting Championships in Kazakhstan. She surpassed Apurvi Chandela's previous Asian record, marking her second gold at the event.

Cristiano Ronaldo looks to win first title with Al Nassr - everything you need to know

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to lead Al Nassr against Al Ahli in the Saudi Super Cup 2025 final in Hong Kong, aiming for his first official title with the club. Al Nassr, who won the Arab Club Champions Cup unofficially in 2023, reached the final after defeating Al Ittihad. Everything you need to know about the title showdown.

Chess legends return! Garry Kasparov teases Viswanathan Anand ahead of mega clash: 'I should give Vishy a chance to ...'

Chess legends Viswanathan Anand and Garry Kasparov are set to reignite their historic rivalry in St. Louis this October, headlining the Clutch Chess series. Adding to the excitement, current world champion D Gukesh will face off against Magnus Carlsen. Kasparov, while acknowledging Gukesh's title win, suggests Carlsen remains the strongest player, sparking debate about the current world championship landscape.

Watch: Rohit Sharma waves to fan while being stuck in Mumbai traffic

India's ODI captain Rohit Sharma was seen stuck in Mumbai traffic driving his new Lamborghini. The star batter even made a thumbs up gesture to his fan.

Gill may skip Duleep Trophy

The Indian Test skipper is reportedly unwell and is currently resting at his home in Chandigarh

Tejas Shirse wins 110m hurdles gold but misses World Championships mark

At the Inter-State Athletics meet in Chennai, athletes struggled to meet World Championships qualification marks for the third day, hampered by rain. Tejas Shirse won the 110m hurdles but his time wasn't enough to improve his standings. Karthik U secured a triple jump gold with a season-best, while Aboobacker's performance positions him for a potential spot at the Worlds.

Harry Kane hat-trick inspires Bayern Munich’s ruthless 6-0 win over RB Leipzig

Bayern Munich initiated their Bundesliga title defense emphatically, crushing Leipzig 6-0 in Berlin. Harry Kane showcased his brilliance with a hat trick, while Michael Olise contributed two goals. Luis Díaz marked his Bundesliga debut with a goal and two assists, solidifying Bayern's dominant performance and signaling their strong intent for the season.

US President Donald Trump unveils venue for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Draw in December

President Trump announced the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw will be held at the Kennedy Center, during a meeting with FIFA President Gianni Infantino. Trump joked about keeping the World Cup trophy and suggested Vladimir Putin might attend. He assured easy visa access for most fans, despite stricter rules for some nations, highlighting safety measures for the event in Washington.

Chess | 'It wasn't Gukesh's fault that Magnus Carlsen walked away': Susan Polgar after Garry Kasparov's jab at world champion

Garry Kasparov ignited controversy by suggesting Gukesh's world title lacks the prestige of past champions, despite Gukesh winning fairly. He implied Magnus Carlsen's era redefined the title's significance, prompting strong defence from Susan Polgar, who highlighted Gukesh's Candidates Tournament victory and criticised double standards. Gukesh continues to face intense scrutiny as he competes in the Sinquefield Cup.

Watch: Swing king Bhuvneshwar Kumar bamboozles batters in UP T20 League

Bhuvneshwar Kumar returned to his best in the UP T20 League on Friday. Playing against Gaur Gorakhpur Lions, the RCB star delivered a riveting opening spell.

Inspired by Shubman Gill, T20 maverick Priyansh Arya eyes red-ball stint

Priyansh Arya has continued his rapid rise with another brilliant season in the Delhi Premier League 2025. However, his aspirations are far beyond just hitting humongous sixes in T20 cricket.

Lionel Messi's trip to India finally confirmed: Argentina to play international friendly in Kerala

Lionel Messi's Argentina is set to arrive in India in November. They will play a friendly game in Kerala, the Argentine Football Association announced on Saturday, August 23.