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US Open 2026: star-studded mixed doubles in New York
The US Open 2026 adds a high-profile mixed doubles event in New York, featuring Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz, plus other top pairings. The tournament runs Aug 24–26 with a $1 million prize and a two-day format.
Ansari credits Muralitharan and Vettori for red-ball comeback
Zeeshan Ansari says guidance from spin legends Muralitharan and Vettori during his Sunrisers Hyderabad stint helped fuel his return to red-ball cricket. He now stars for Uttar Pradesh and India A, highlighting his UP T20 leadership and Duleep Trophy ambitions.
East Zone reach Duleep Trophy semifinals with big win over North East Zone
East Zone beat North East Zone by innings and 210 runs to reach the Duleep Trophy semi-finals, powered by Shahbaz Ahmed's 167 and Sudip Kumar Gharami's 146, with Anukul Roy taking five second-innings wickets.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi claims two wickets in Duleep Trophy quarter-final
The 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi took two wickets in four balls for East Zone in the Duleep Trophy quarter-final against North East Zone in Bengaluru. East Zone dominated first innings, posting 467, and then bowled out North East for 111 to enforce the follow-on and win by an innings and 210 run
Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez saga persists as fans boo him
Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez remains at the club amid ongoing transfer speculation after a 3-2 win over Fulham; Xabi Alonso suggested the move is likely, with Manchester City failing to meet the asking price and Chelsea eyeing a replacement such as Eduardo Camavinga.
Phillies visit Mariners with Wheeler on mound and Gilbert opposing
Philadelphia sends Zack Wheeler to start against Seattle's Logan Gilbert as the Phillies chase a continued winning streak. Wheeler owns a strong 2.92 ERA on the season, while Gilbert carries a 3.35 mark and a home/road split that could influence the pitchers’ duel.
Tsitsipas Aims to End Slump Against Brooksby in Winston-Salem
Tsitsipas meets Brooksby in Winston-Salem, with Brooksby leading their head-to-head 1-0. Tsitsipas recently returned to the Top 50 after wins in Gstaad and other events, while Brooksby seeks to rebound. Predictions see Tsitsipas winning in three sets.
City twice comes from behind as Liverpool, Brighton post results in opening weekend
Manchester City recovered from a goal down to beat Bournemouth and start Enzo Maresca’s era, while Liverpool drew 2-2 with Newcastle. Brighton shocked Villa 4-0 in the weekend’s standout result.
Chelsea’s Robert Sánchez under scrutiny after opening-day error
Chelsea opened the Premier League season with a 1-1 draw against Fulham, as Robert Sánchez faced criticism for a blunder. Separate coverage notes Sánchez's status as first-choice goalkeeper amid pre-season signings and Alonso’s early impact.
Chelsea sign Welbeck and Henderson seen as smart move under Alonso
Chelsea recruited veterans Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson this summer, with manager Xabi Alonso aiming to blend experience with a young core. Analysts praised the leadership potential and their dressing-room impact, while some critics questioned playing time.
Bologna vs Lazio opens Serie A 2026-27 with confirmed lineups
Bologna host Lazio in the Serie A 2026-27 season opener at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara on Monday, August 24, 2026, with both teams fielding specified starting lineups. Kick-off is scheduled for 16:30 UK time.
Treesa-Gayatri Gopichand win bronze at World Championships
Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand secured India's first women's doubles World Championships bronze in 15 years in New Delhi, after a semifinal loss to China. Coach Pullela Gopichand cited six weeks of focused work behind the breakthrough.
Mourinho Returns as Madrid edge Espanyol with Espi late winner
Real Madrid beat Espanyol 2-1 in their La Liga opener after Carlos Espí scored a stoppage-time winner in Mourinho's return to the club. Mourinho also defended Vinícius Júnior from bullying allegations in the postmatch discussions.
Pant breaks Dhoni and Gilchrist records in Colombo Test
Rishabh Pant marked a record-breaking day in Colombo, surpassing MS Dhoni for most runs by an Indian wicketkeeper-batter in away Tests and later becoming the third-highest six-hitter in Test cricket. His 63 against Sri Lanka coincided with Dhruv Jurel’s 95 as India posted a large first-innings total
Argentina edge India 2-1 in World Cup clash at Amstelveen
Argentina beat India 2-1 in a Hockey World Cup group-stage match at Wagener Stadium, Amstelveen. India trailed 2-1 after a first-quarter burst and could not overturn the deficit as the second quarter opened with a continued struggle for goals.
Dhruv Jurel bats to century in Colombo Test for India
Dhruv Jurel surpassed 100 in the second India-Sri Lanka Test in Colombo, sharing the moment with Mohammed Siraj as rain delays interrupted play. The innings came after earlier struggles and a prior 51 in a lower-order role, with selection pressure noted beforehand.
ICC fines Jaiswal and Fernando 25% match fee after head clash in Colombo Test
In Colombo, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando were fined 25% of their match fees and awarded one demerit point each for a heated on-field clash on Day 1 of the second India-Sri Lanka Test. The incident involved a helmet-to-forehead contact after Fernando dismissed Jaiswal.
UP T20 League 2026: Mavericks vs Gorakhpur Lions preview
Meerut Mavericks and Gorakhpur Lions clash in Match 16 of the UP T20 League 2026, at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow on August 23. Mavericks boast top run-scorer Swastik Chhikara and leading wicket-taker Zeeshan Ansari as they seek to extend their position atop the table.
Suthar shines as India reach 475/8 in Colombo Test
India posted 475/8 in 131.2 overs after electing to bat first in Colombo, with DC Jurel scoring 95 and Rishabh Pant retiring not out during the innings. Manav Suthar’s emergence as a left-arm spinner drew praise from Keshav Maharaj, who noted his 4/71 and 6/55 across two Tests.
Colombo clash: Jaiswal-Fernando exchange after dismissal
Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando clashed after the Indian opener's 45 in Colombo, drawing intervention from Sri Lanka's captain and team officials. The incident could be reviewed under ICC conduct rules with potential penalties discussed by coaches and media.
Bandra football ground protest against convention centre plan
Hundreds protest at Bandra's Neville D'Souza Football Ground on Aug 23, 2026, opposing BMC's plan to convert the site into a convention centre. Organisers warn the redevelopment would limit access to one of the city’s few workable football facilities and disrupt future seasons.
Aroma Chundan wins Nehru Trophy on debut
Aroma Chundan, rowing for Aroma Boat Club, won the 72nd Nehru Trophy Boat Race at Punnamada Lake in Alappuzha with a time of 4:23.328, beating Nadubhagam Chundan by 0.120 seconds in a dramatic finish. The boat club, backed by the Aroma Business Group, marked a notable debut season with this victory.
Punnamada in Keralam’s Alappuzha sizzles as boat clubs battle for NTBR crown
Alappuzha gears up for the 72nd Nehru Trophy Boat Race, with 71 boats across multiple categories and a new event-management model. The chief minister was set to inaugurate at 2 p.m., as prize money surged to ₹25 lakh and women-rowed categories expanded.
Teen karate gold amid Assam floods and displacement
Seventeen-year-old Janmoni Konwar won national gold in Ashihara karate days after floodwaters washed away her Assam home. She travelled from a flood-hit village to Delhi to compete, while her family rebuilt after losses to fisheries, poultry and livestock.