Newcastle captain Bruno Guimarães is set to join Arsenal in a £75m transfer after the clubs compromised on a fee, leaving the pre-season training camp in Spain for a medical in London.
Mohamed Salah arrived in Istanbul to complete his transfer to Turkish club Trabzonspor after leaving Liverpool as a free agent.
Batting great Sunil Gavaskar paid tribute to retired India cricketer Ajinkya Rahane, praising his underrated leadership during the historic 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy win in Australia.
Former India football captain Bhaichung Bhutia criticized protesters using abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Jantar Mantar, emphasizing that citizens must maintain respect while exercising their right to protest.
Ben Stokes discussed his recent retirement from England duty on a podcast, sharing regrets about over-exerting himself as captain, concerns for successor Joe Root, and friction with the ECB.
Arsenal engages in direct negotiations with Newcastle United to acquire midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, 28, with the player expressing interest in joining the Premier League champions.
Brisbane Broncos captain Ali Brigginshaw banned 3 weeks for dangerous tackle on Canterbury's Tayla Preston, missing crucial NRLW games before finals.
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.
Following his international retirement, former England captain Ben Stokes is reportedly attracting significant interest from BBL franchises, with Sydney Sixers leading the race for a potential record-breaking AUD 600,000 contract.
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.
Burkina Faso’s coup leader Captain Ibrahim Traore, 38, has gained pan‑African popularity for expelling French troops and embracing Russia, while his government tightens political and religious controls and struggles with persistent Sahel violence.
KT Wiz will host a retirement ceremony for former captain Hwang Jae-gyun, honoring his 18-year KBO career, at KT Wiz Park in Suwon on Saturday, with a game against Lotte Giants and fireworks.
India pacer Arshdeep Singh has been named in the North Zone squad for the Duleep Trophy, with Jammu and Kashmir wicketkeeper-batter Kanhaiya Wadhawan appointed captain. The 15-member team, featuring six players from Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy-winning side, will begin its campaign on August 23.
North Queensland Cowboys co-captain Tom Dearden has publicly refuted recent reports linking him to an early exit from the club for personal reasons, reaffirming his commitment until 2029. Dearden also provided an update on his recovery from a shin injury, targeting a return in round 26.
Quatro brasileiros, incluindo o santista Vitor Young, foram detidos na Islândia após a Guarda Costeira abordar um barco de ativistas anti-caça às baleias. Vitor tranquilizou a família, descrevendo a polícia como "extremamente gentil", mas com restrições de comunicação e movimento a bordo.
India secured fourth place at the Commonwealth Games 2026 with 39 medals (13 gold, 17 silver, 9 bronze). T20I captain Shreyas Iyer lauded the athletes, particularly the boxing contingent for topping their medal table, inspiring the nation with their achievements.
Joe Root expressed enthusiasm for leading England's Test side again, citing incoming coach Stephen Fleming's vision as a key factor. Root, who returned to captaincy after Ben Stokes' removal, praised Fleming's energy and shared outlook, while also crediting Brendon McCullum and Stokes for transforming the team's approach.
Former India goalkeeper PR Sreejesh has called on the Indian men's hockey team to set aside the saffron jersey controversy and concentrate on ending the country's 50-year wait for a World Cup medal. He questioned the official reason for the color change but emphasized player consent and keeping politics out of sports.
Former India wicketkeeper Deep Dasgupta believes head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill will face significant pressure in the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka. This follows recent Test series losses, and India's performance will be crucial for their World Test Championship final qualification hopes.
Former India wicketkeeper-batter Deep Dasgupta believes head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill will face significant pressure as India begins its two-match Test series against Sri Lanka in Galle on August 15, following recent series losses against New Zealand, Australia, and South Africa.
Cristiano Ronaldo's single-word Spanish reply, "Fácil" (Easy), to an AI-generated Instagram reel ranking him as the most famous athlete globally, has gone viral. The reel placed him above Michael Jordan and Lionel Messi, sparking widespread social media discussion about his unparalleled fame and sporting achievements.
Former Bolivia captain Marco Antonio Etcheverry has urged Argentina's Lionel Messi not to retire from international football, suggesting he can play in the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Etcheverry proposed a worldwide petition to persuade Messi to continue, praising his 2026 World Cup performances.
Joe Root is set to return as England's Test captain, four years after stepping down, stating he is in a "very different place" personally and for the team. His decision was influenced by the appointment of incoming head coach Stephen Fleming, as they aim to rebuild after recent series defeats.
Rajat Patidar will captain the Central Zone squad for the 2026 Duleep Trophy in Bengaluru (Aug 23-Sep 10), with Rinku Singh as vice-captain. Saransh Jain, part of India's Test squad, is expected to miss early matches, potentially making his Test debut against Sri Lanka.
