Indian gymnastics icon Dipa Karmakar, the only Olympian from the country, has taken up coaching after her retirement in Oct 2024. She is now guiding beginner-level kids at the Netaji Subhash Regional Coaching Centre in Agartala, finding joy in her new role as an 'elder sister' figure to her students.
India head coach Gautam Gambhir faces high pressure ahead of a two-Test series in Sri Lanka as the team struggles in Test cricket and risks missing another WTC final.
Ben Stokes aims to coach England after retirement, surprised by Joe Root's Test captaincy appointment over Harry Brook, and denies returning for 2027 Ashes.
Pakistan's Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem finished ninth in the Commonwealth Games javelin throw in Glasgow, sparking criticism over his lack of preparation, coaching disputes, and inadequate institutional support.
Former England cricket captain Ben Stokes has revealed an ambition to coach the national team in the future, while expressing surprise that Harry Brook was overlooked for the Test captaincy in favour of Joe Root.
Indian Army Sports Institute athletes won a record haul at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, securing 11 medals including seven boxing golds and historic track medals, thanks to the institute’s scientific training system.
Australia's Wallabies downplay concerns about Japan's heatwave and Typhoon Dolphin as they prepare for two Tests against Japan, marking Les Kiss's coaching debut. The team anticipates a challenging fixture, especially with former coach Eddie Jones leading the Brave Blossoms and several Australians in the opposition ranks.
Deshaun Watson's six interceptions in the first four days of 2026 Cleveland Browns training camp have intensified the quarterback competition with Shedeur Sanders, who recorded only one interception. Despite Watson's struggles, WR Jerry Jeudy reportedly favors him, adding drama to the decision.
The Premier League faces its first season since 1992 without any of its five iconic "big beast" managers (Ferguson, Wenger, Mourinho, Klopp, Guardiola), ushering in an era of uncertainty and new managerial figures vying for dominance.
England's managing director Rob Key indicated Ben Stokes might return to Test cricket despite his retirement. Key also confirmed Stephen Fleming as the new Test coach and Joe Root's reappointment as captain, defending the decisions amid some criticism.
After a "chaotic" World Cup end, Josko Gvardiol is focused on becoming a key figure in Manchester City's new era under Enzo Maresca. The defender, who recently signed a new five-year contract, is beginning pre-season in Hong Kong and is ready to "fight" for his position.
Christian Vieri supports Roberto Mancini's reappointment as Italy's football coach, citing his focus on youth development as key to revival after a chaotic search that saw several candidates and federation officials exit. Vieri also believes China will eventually host the World Cup.
Justin Langer expresses doubt over England's proposed coaching setup for red-ball cricket, suggesting it can only succeed if the Test coach and Brendon McCullum share an identical approach.
Former England fast bowler Katherine Sciver-Brunt discusses balancing her coaching career with motherhood, aiming to become a franchise head coach while managing 'mum guilt'
New Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola has outlined the roles of his backroom staff, including Tommy Elphick and Shaun Cooper, and discussed their focus on improving the team's set-piece performance. He also expressed gratitude for inheriting a talented coaching team at Bournemouth.
Jürgen Klopp has been appointed head coach of the German national football team, signing a contract through the 2030 World Cup. He replaces Julian Nagelsmann, aiming to rebuild the team and reconnect with fans after Germany's third consecutive World Cup failure to reach the last 16.
The Italian football federation (FIGC) has held talks with Pep Guardiola and Carlo Ancelotti about becoming the new national team coach. The federation hopes to announce a decision this week, as Italy continues to struggle after failing to qualify for the World Cup for the third consecutive time.
Heartbroken women in China are spending thousands of yuan on "relationship coaches" to win back ex-lovers. One woman, Wan, paid 3,500 yuan for a month of coaching, including a "no contact" rule and social media guidance, but her ex ultimately blocked her.
England's record points-scorer Emily Scarratt has permanently joined the Red Roses coaching team as lead attack and backs coach, following an interim role during their eighth successive Women's Six Nations title win. She will now leave her assistant coach position at Loughborough Lightning.
Spain's World Cup-winning men's soccer team returned to Madrid, celebrating their second title with an estimated 1.8 million fans in a massive parade through the capital. The team met with royals and the Prime Minister before a public ceremony at Cibeles Square, marking a moment of national joy despite a tragic incident in Salamanca.
The inaugural Rugby Nations Championship has been largely enjoyed by viewers, showcasing compelling international rugby. However, the competition is still plagued by persistent refereeing inconsistencies and prolonged TMO reviews, leading to frustration and calls for rule changes to streamline the game.
The All India Chess Federation (AICF) has released quarterly stipends totaling ₹42.3 lakh to 42 top young Indian chess players (U7-U19), aiming to alleviate financial burdens for training and competition, as part of a grassroots development plan.
Retired artistic gymnast Dipa Karmakar reflects on her 2014 Commonwealth Games bronze in Glasgow and expresses support for Pranati Nayak, believing she has a strong chance for a medal. Karmakar also looks forward to India hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad and potentially the 2036 Olympics.
Nathan Buckley expressed disappointment after being overlooked for the Tasmania Devils' head coaching role, which went to Ken Hinkley. While still desiring a head coaching position, Buckley stated he is unlikely to pursue vacant roles at Essendon and Carlton, with his most probable outcome being to remain an assistant coach at Geelong next year.
