Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, India's teenage batting sensation, is named vice-captain of the East Zone squad for the 2026 Duleep Trophy, led by captain Ishan Kishan, marking another milestone in his rising career.
Former Pakistan captain Zaheer Abbas believes Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, despite concerns over their age, should be in India's 2027 ODI World Cup squad due to their skill, experience, and continued run-scoring ability.
Lionel Messi makes first public appearance after Argentina's 2026 FIFA World Cup final loss to Spain, watching a local match in Rosario before returning to Inter Miami.
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'
Joe Root is reportedly set to return as England's Test captain, starting with the Pakistan series in August and likely extending through next summer's home Ashes against Australia, following Ben Stokes' retirement and Brendon McCullum's departure as Test coach.
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt will miss Trent Rockets' initial two Hundred matches against Birmingham Phoenix and London Spirit due to workload management and a calf injury sustained in April. This injury previously caused her to miss England series and play as a specialist batter in the T20 World Cup.
The Hundred cricket tournament, now in its fifth year, navigates a manufactured identity and increasing influence from IPL owners. Teams like Manchester Super Giants adopt existing branding, while private equity investment raises questions about the tournament's long-term goals and alignment with English cricket's interests, despite its success in attracting families and mainstream attention.
England captain Harry Kane is expected to begin formal contract talks with German champions Bayern Munich, despite his current deal expiring next season and interest from other European and Saudi clubs. Kane joined Bayern in 2023 and has achieved significant success.
Miami tugboat captain Yusiel Lopez Insua pleaded guilty to seaman's manslaughter for a July 2025 collision in Biscayne Bay that killed three girls from a sailing camp. His vessel's view was obstructed, and he was using his cellphone at the time of the incident.
Matildas captain Sam Kerr has made an impactful return to the NWSL with Gotham FC, drawing comparisons to a superhero from her teammates. After a successful tenure with Chelsea, Kerr chose the US league for personal reasons and trophy aspirations, while advocating for increased investment in Australia's A-League Women to attract top talent back home.
Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza attributed his team's seven-wicket loss to India in the opening T20I at Harare Sports Club to a moist pitch that favored the team batting second. India comfortably chased 126, while Raza praised Wessly Madhevere and Tadiwanashe Marumani for their recovery efforts.
Former South Korean national team captain Ki Sung-yueng will join "Team K League," an All-Star squad of 24 domestic players, to face Premier League club Manchester City in a friendly match on August 5 at Seoul World Cup Stadium, part of the annual Coupang Play Series.
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed a record-breaking 50 off 19 balls, becoming the youngest male international cricketer to score a T20I fifty, leading India to a seven-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in Harare. Captain Shreyas Iyer praised the teenager's fearless approach and secured his first T20I captaincy win.
London Spirit's men's and women's teams suffered opening defeats at Lord's in The Hundred, continuing a trend of poor starts despite new personnel. Liam Livingstone's 69 for the men and a low-scoring women's match were overshadowed by Manchester Super Giants' victories, alongside an unexpected Tinie Tempah performance.
Arsenal is preparing a £70m offer for Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes, who is reportedly keen to join the Gunners. Newcastle, however, insists there has been no direct approach and they have no intention of selling. Arsenal is also pursuing Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa and has shown interest in Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez.
Manchester City midfielder Rodri, awarded the Golden Ball after captaining Spain to a World Cup win, faces potential back surgery that could sideline him for the season's start. His contract expires next June, adding uncertainty to his future amid Real Madrid interest.
India, under captain Shreyas Iyer, defeated Zimbabwe by seven wickets in the first T20I in Harare, ending a seven-match winless streak. Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, became the youngest player to score a T20I half-century, while Mayank Yadav also made an impact on his comeback.
Shreyas Iyer, captaining India in the opening T20I against Zimbabwe in Harare, won his eighth consecutive toss, surpassing MS Dhoni's record for most successive toss wins by an Indian captain in T20 Internationals. India elected to bowl first on a pitch expected to have pace and bounce.
Teenage prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed a record-breaking fifty (50 off 19 balls) to lead India to a seven-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in the opening T20I in Harare, becoming the youngest male international cricketer to score a fifty. The win also marked captain Shreyas Iyer's first T20I victory.
India captain Shreyas Iyer has expressed confidence in teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi ahead of the T20I series against Zimbabwe, believing he has learned from his challenging England tour. Iyer urged the young squad to play fearlessly, while Sooryavanshi affirmed his confidence despite recent setbacks and highlighted his familiarity with the Harare venue.
India captain Shreyas Iyer has urged his team to shed the fear of failure and express themselves freely in the upcoming T20I series against Zimbabwe, following a winless tour of England and Ireland. He believes the challenging phase has helped the team identify areas for improvement.
Australian Sharks captain Nathan Power will lead the men's water polo team at the World Aquatics Water Polo World Cup in Sydney while on parental leave from KPMG. He and teammate Blake Edwards have brought their babies on tour, fostering a positive team culture focused on family support, praised by coach Tim Hamill.
Carlos Mac Allister, father of Alexis Mac Allister, addressed speculation surrounding Lionel Messi's viral dressing-room speech before Argentina's 2026 FIFA World Cup final loss to Spain. He clarified that Messi's words, "forget everything," were tactical advice to focus on playing football, not evidence of internal crisis, dismissing widespread social media theories.
Gumatj Corporation, an Aboriginal entity, purchased and renamed Nhulunbuy's Captain Cook Shopping Centre, removing its signage. This acquisition marks a "defining moment" for the Yolŋu people, promoting economic independence and self-determination amidst the impending closure of Rio Tinto's bauxite mine.
