Australia's Nestory Irankunda is a key player, and squad rotation is vital due to injuries. Playing for a draw against Paraguay could secure progression. The USA needs midfield rotation to break down defenses and should avoid complacency after their strong opening win, preparing for a tough match against Australia.
South Korean midfielder Hwang In-beom, named Player of the Match in a recent 2-1 victory, welcomes attention from Mexico in their upcoming game, believing it will create opportunities for his teammates. He emphasized the need to focus on executing game plans against Mexico's distinct style.
A França, atual campeã europeia e líder do ranking da Fifa, venceu o Senegal por 3 a 1 em Nova York na estreia da Copa do Mundo de 2026. Mbappé (2) e Barcola marcaram para a França, enquanto Ibrahim Mbaye descontou para Senegal. O jogo foi marcado por lances polêmicos e grandes defesas.
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha, 40, was Player of the Match in their 0-0 World Cup draw with Spain. He cried due to his deceased grandparents and his mother's inability to attend because of visa costs.
Cabo Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha was named Player of the Match after a stellar performance against Spain in their World Cup debut. The 40-year-old veteran was overcome with emotion, crying on the pitch due to the absence of his deceased grandparents and his mother, who couldn't travel due to visa costs.
Cape Verde's 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha was named player of the match in their 0-0 World Cup draw against Spain, but cried at full-time as his mother could not afford the visa to travel to the US. New US government requirements for Cape Verdean citizens, including a returnable bond, prevented her application.
England bowler Ollie Robinson will miss the second test against New Zealand due to a sore right knee. Robinson, who was player of the match in the first test, experienced soreness after a training session and underwent a scan. Uncapped Henry Crocombe has been called up as cover.
Australia began their Women's T20 World Cup campaign with a commanding 65-run victory over South Africa. Batting first, Australia posted 172/8, with Phoebe Litchfield scoring 50. Georgia Wareham starred with 32 runs and figures of 3/13, securing player of the match.
Folarin Balogun, forward for the US national team, was named Player of the Match in their 4-1 victory over Paraguay in the first round of the 2026 World Cup group stage. Balogun scored the tournament's first brace. The US will face Australia next.
Virat Kohli congratulated Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after RCB won IPL 2026. Sooryavanshi swept season awards, while Kohli was Player of the Match in the final. Kohli advised the young prodigy to focus on hard work and self-belief.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their second consecutive IPL title, defeating Gujarat Titans by 5 wickets in the 2026 final. Virat Kohli starred with an unbeaten 75, earning him Player of the Match and a record-breaking 22nd award.
IPL 2026 was a record-breaking season, with Royal Challengers Bengaluru winning consecutive titles. Teen sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi dominated individual awards, while Virat Kohli and Krunal Pandya achieved personal milestones.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured their second consecutive IPL title by defeating Gujarat Titans in the final. Star batter Virat Kohli and all-rounder Krunal Pandya were seen celebrating the historic triumph with music and dancing.
Rajasthan Royals head coach Kumar Sangakkara expressed relief as his team secured a playoff berth in IPL 2026 with a 30-run victory over Mumbai Indians. Jofra Archer's all-round performance was key, with 32 runs and 3 wickets.
Ambati Rayudu has declared Sunil Narine the 'greatest IPL player of all time' for his all-round contributions. Narine's impact spans KKR's three IPL titles, with notable performances in 2012, 2014, and 2024. He continues to excel in IPL 2026, recently earning Player of the Match in his 200th IPL appearance.
Krunal Pandya continues to be a vital all-rounder for RCB in their IPL 2026 title defence, recently scoring a match-winning 73 despite severe cramps against Mumbai Indians. He also achieved his 100th IPL wicket and draws inspiration from Virat Kohli's unwavering intensity and dedication, having previously won Player of the Match in two IPL finals.
Krunal Pandya continues to be a vital all-rounder for RCB in their IPL 2026 title defence, recently scoring a match-winning 73 despite severe cramps against Mumbai Indians. He also achieved his 100th IPL wicket and draws inspiration from Virat Kohli's unwavering intensity and dedication, having previously won Player of the Match in two IPL finals.
Rashid Khan achieved a significant IPL milestone, entering the top 10 wicket-takers with figures of 4/33 against Rajasthan Royals. His stellar performance, earning him Player of the Match, saw him surpass Lasith Malinga on the all-time list. Gujarat Titans secured an emphatic 77-run victory.
Rinku Singh delivered a career-best unbeaten 83 off 51 balls for Kolkata Knight Riders in their dramatic Super Over win against Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026, dedicating the performance to his late father Khanchand Singh who passed away earlier this year at age 57 after battling stage-four liver cancer. The UP-born cricketer also took five catches and struck the winning boundary in the Super Over, earning Player of the Match honors.
Ishan Kishan, Player of the Match, revealed his simple approach after Sunrisers Hyderabad's thrilling chase of 229. He emphasized batting freedom and confidence, crediting openers Head and Abhishek for a strong powerplay. Kishan, who shared a crucial partnership with Abhishek, downplayed his current form, stating his best is yet to come.
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the youngest player to reach 500 IPL runs, achieving the milestone in just 227 balls. Despite a quiet 8 runs against Lucknow Super Giants, his record-breaking feat and admission of watching cartoons before matches captivated fans. Rajasthan Royals secured a 40-run victory, with Ravindra Jadeja earning Player of the Match.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the youngest player ever to reach 500 IPL runs at 15 years and 26 days, surpassing Prithvi Shaw's record. The Rajasthan Royals teenager also became the fastest to the milestone, achieving it in just 227 balls to break Glenn Maxwell's record. Despite scoring just 8 off 11 balls in the match against Lucknow Super Giants, he remains RR's top-scorer this season with 254 runs.
Ravindra Jadeja's stellar all-round display powered Rajasthan Royals to a 40-run victory over Lucknow Super Giants. His unbeaten 43 and crucial wickets, including Nicholas Pooran, earned him Player of the Match. Jadeja credited patience on a tricky wicket and strategic bowling variations for his impactful performance, highlighting his vital contribution to the team's success.
Priyansh Arya blasted 93 runs off just 37 balls at a strike rate of 251.35 to guide Punjab Kings to 254/7 against Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026. The young left-hander reached his fifty in just 19 deliveries, surpassing KL Rahul's record for most fifties scored in under 20 balls in PBKS franchise history. Arya now has three such rapid fifties. Cooper Connolly supported with 87 off 46 balls as PBKS successfully defended the total, restricting LSG to 200/5.
