U.S. star Christian Pulisic will miss Friday's World Cup match against Australia due to a calf injury. Coach Mauricio Pochettino announced the absence, replacing Pulisic with Ricardo Pepi in the starting lineup. Pulisic sustained the injury during a training session.
Neymar Jr. will miss Brazil's upcoming FIFA World Cup matches against Haiti and Scotland due to a grade-two calf strain. The 34-year-old is rehabilitating in New Jersey and aims to be fit for the knockout rounds. Brazil faces pressure after a 1-1 draw in their opener.
Neymar will miss Brazil's second World Cup match against Haiti due to a lingering calf injury. He will remain in New Jersey for recovery, continuing his rehabilitation at the team's hotel facilities.
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt is out for at least two T20 World Cup matches due to a left calf injury. Scans revealed a strain, the same muscle injured earlier this summer. She will miss games against Scotland and West Indies, but her tournament status is still being assessed.
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt retired on 48 with a calf injury scare in their T20 World Cup victory over Ireland. The injury raises concerns ahead of their next match against Scotland.
England secured a four-wicket victory over Ireland in Southampton, chasing 119 with 15 balls to spare. Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt retired hurt after top-scoring with 48, raising fitness concerns ahead of their next match against Scotland. Ireland's bowlers, particularly Lewis and Prendergast, caused early trouble for England's top order.
England defender Tino Livramento has been ruled out of the World Cup due to a calf injury sustained in training. Chelsea's Trevoh Chalobah has been called up as his replacement. England's first match is against Croatia.
Newcastle United defender Tino Livramento has been withdrawn from England's World Cup squad due to a calf injury sustained in training. Chelsea's Trevoh Chalobah has been called up as his replacement and will join the team after their opening match against Croatia.
Brazil's Neymar faces further doubt for the FIFA World Cup after undergoing new tests on his injured right calf. The veteran forward, sidelined since preparations began, is reportedly being managed for a potential return in the knockout stages, missing group games.
Brazil's star forward Neymar will miss the team's FIFA World Cup 2026 opening Group C fixture against Morocco on June 14 due to a calf injury. Coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed Neymar is working to return to full training next week and could feature later in the group stage.
Neymar Jr. will miss Brazil's FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Morocco due to a calf injury sustained in May. Coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed the player is recovering but ruled him out of the first match, adding to pressure on the team seeking their first title since 2002.
Neymar Jr. will miss Brazil's opening FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Morocco due to a calf injury sustained in May. Coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed the player is recovering but remains sidelined, adding pressure on Brazil's quest for their first title since 2002.
Brazil's star forward Neymar will miss the team's opening FIFA World Cup match against Morocco due to a calf injury. Head coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed the absence, stating Neymar is working on his recovery and is expected back next week. The 34-year-old has not played for Brazil since 2023.
England's World Cup preparations concluded with a five-run warm-up victory against India in Cardiff. Nat Sciver-Brunt returned with a half-century, and Amy Jones also impressed with the bat. Alice Capsey's wicketkeeping performance provided reassurance.
Ireland's star batter Paul Stirling has been ruled out of the one-off Test against New Zealand due to a calf injury. The 35-year-old's absence, potentially until July, impacts Ireland's preparation for the match at Stormont.
Neymar has a minor calf injury but is expected to recover in time for Brazil's World Cup camp next week. The 34-year-old forward, Brazil's all-time leading scorer, was named in the squad despite recent fitness struggles.
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt will miss upcoming T20 series against New Zealand and India due to a calf injury, raising fitness concerns before the T20 World Cup. Off-spinner Charlie Dean will captain in her absence.
MS Dhoni, recovering from a calf injury, did not travel with Chennai Super Kings to Lucknow for their IPL match against Lucknow Super Giants, delaying his anticipated return to the team.
MS Dhoni's absence due to a calf injury continues to be a major talking point for CSK fans, with the star player not travelling for the Delhi Capitals clash. Bowling coach Eric Simons confirmed Dhoni is improving but offered no timeline for his return. The team, currently in a must-win situation, remains confident about their playoff chances.
MS Dhoni's absence due to a calf injury continues to be a major talking point for CSK fans, with the star player not travelling for the Delhi Capitals clash. Bowling coach Eric Simons confirmed Dhoni is improving but offered no timeline for his return. The team, currently in a must-win situation, remains confident about their playoff chances.
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt has been ruled out of the three-match ODI series against New Zealand with a minor left calf tear sustained while playing for The Blaze on 29 April. The 33-year-old all-rounder underwent scans on Saturday and will undergo further assessment, but sources say her withdrawal is precautionary and she is expected to be fully fit for the T20 World Cup starting on 12 June. Vice-captain Charlie Dean will lead the side, with Maia Bouchier called up as cover for the series beginning 10 May.
MS Dhoni's return to IPL 2026 is imminent as he makes steady progress from a calf injury, according to CSK batting coach Michael Hussey. Dhoni is focusing on regaining full running fitness, with the final decision on his availability resting with him. He has deliberately stayed away from the dugout to avoid distracting the team.
Michael Hussey has revealed that MS Dhoni consciously chose to stay away from Chennai Super Kings' dugout during IPL 2026 to avoid becoming a distraction for the team. The batting coach explained that Dhoni was concerned the cameras and crowd attention would shift focus from the playing group. Dhoni, recovering from a calf injury, has not featured in any match this season but remains actively involved in training. Hussey provided a positive recovery update, stating Dhoni is progressing well with his running and could return soon.
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin believes MS Dhoni may only return for Chennai Super Kings if the team is knocked out of IPL 2026 playoff race. CSK have won just three of eight matches this season while Dhoni has been dealing with a calf injury since the tournament began. Ashwin suggested the franchise would not risk Dhoni's health while still in playoff contention, though he believes CSK can still qualify if they win their remaining matches.
