Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag's batting struggles persisted in IPL 2026, as he managed only 12 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders. Across six matches, Parag has scored a mere 61 runs, highlighting a worrying dip in form. His dismissal contributed to a middle-order collapse, leaving Royals with a below-par total.
Slovenian referee Slavko Vinčić retires after officiating the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, concluding a 19-year career marked by high-profile UEFA and FIFA appointments.
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar paid tribute to his late coach Ramakant Achrekar on Guru Purnima, visiting his memorial at Shivaji Park and expressing gratitude for the foundational role Achrekar played in his career.
Sharmila Dhankar, a 40-year-old para athlete, wins gold in the women's F57 seated shot put at the Commonwealth Games, overcoming a history of domestic abuse and living with polio since childhood.
Kai Sato, 39, was rescued 900 miles from Hawaii after his sailboat lost its mast, phone died, and ran out of gas, forcing him to improvise survival for 30 days with limited water and food.
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.
