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Lionel Scaloni leaves Messi world cup call

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just over two months away, the footballing world is holding its breath over one question: will Lionel Messi be there? Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni confirmed yesterday that the final decision rests entirely with the legen

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Court bans fake AI content of Gambhir

New Delhi The Delhi High Court has taken a stand against digital impersonation, ordering an immediate takedown of artificial intelligence (AI) content misusing the identity of Indian cricket head coach Gautam Gambhir. In a significant ruling for personality rights, the court d

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Tiger Woods arrested after Florida rollover crash

Jupiter Island Golf icon Tiger Woods was released from a Florida jail following an arrest for driving under the influence. The 50-year-old legend was involved in a dramatic rollover accident near his home on Jupiter Island, marking yet another troubling chapter in the private

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Raphinha injury blow to Barcelona title hopes

Madrid FC Barcelona’s dreams of a historic double have hit a major roadblock following a serious injury to star winger Raphinha. The Brazilian forward suffered a right hamstring tear while on international duty during a friendly against France, leaving the Catalan giants to na

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NBA targets tanking with bold lottery overhaul

Los Angeles The NBA is moving to protect the spirit of competition by launching a formal attack on "tanking." With team owners reviewing three groundbreaking proposals this week, the league aims to stop franchises from losing games on purpose to snag elite prospects in what ex

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Indian runners smash records to reach worlds

Chandigarh India’s fastest athletes turned the track into a theater of dreams, shattering national records to secure their spots at the upcoming World Athletics Relays. During a high-stakes competition in Chandigarh, the national squads delivered a masterclass in speed and tea

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Naseem Shah handed show-cause notice over "queen" jibe

Lahore Pakistan’s star pacer Naseem Shah is in hot water with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) after a controversial social media post aimed at Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. The board officially issued a show-cause notice to the 23-year-old, alleging a serious breach of

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Sahith Theegala shines at Houston golf open

Houston Indian-American golfer Sahith Theegala is staying right in the mix at the Houston Open. After another impressive performance, Theegala shot a second straight 3-under 67, leaving him tied for 11th place as the tournament moves into the weekend. Theegala showed great

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Ben Stokes’ return delayed after "horrific" net injury

New Delhi England Test captain Ben Stokes has confirmed a further delay to his competitive return following a serious facial injury. Originally aiming for an April comeback in the County Championship, the 34-year-old all-rounder is now sidelined until at least May as he recove

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Antonelli claims second straight pole in Japan

Japan Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli thrilled fans again by securing his second consecutive pole position at the Japanese Grand Prix. The 19-year-old clocked a time of 1:28.778 around Suzuka’s 5.8 km track, beating teammate George Russell by 0.298 seconds. This gives Mercedes

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Verstappen slump continues after Suzuka qualifying shock

Suzuka The dominance of Max Verstappen at the Japanese Grand Prix has come to a grinding halt. The Red Bull star’s streak of four straight pole positions at the Suzuka Circuit ended in frustration as he failed to even reach the final qualifying shootout. Starting from a low

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Mumbai women drive for change in rally

Blurb Over 200 women launched the 2026 WIAA Car Rally in Mumbai, combining motorsport precision with empowerment, social messages, and a celebration of female resilience. Mumbai The streets of Mumbai transformed into a colorful carnival as over 200 women flagged off for

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RCB honors fallen fans in emotional opener

Intro Cricket returned to M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, blending sport and solemn tribute to eleven fans lost last year. Bengaluru Cricket returned to the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium last night, but the atmosphere was defined by memory as much as sport. The Royal Challengers Bengal

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Gauff and Sabalenka clash for Miami title

Miami The stage is set for a blockbuster women’s singles final at the Miami Open 2026 as defending champion Aryna Sabalenka prepares to face local favorite Coco Gauff. This high-stakes showdown at Hard Rock Stadium carries massive implications for both stars as they chase one

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International tennis returns to Tumakuru after decades

Tumakuru After a twenty-year wait, international tennis is finally returning to the heart of Karnataka. Home Minister G. Parameshwara officially sparked the excitement by unveiling the logo for the upcoming ITF Women’s World Tennis Tour W35 Tournament, scheduled to hit the cou

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Wolvaardt eyes redemption in critical ODI series

Christchurch South Africa’s women’s cricket captain Laura Wolvaardt is calling for a "braver" performance as her team shifts focus to the One Day International series against New Zealand. After a tough 1-4 loss in the recent T20 matches, the Proteas are determined to turn thei

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Ashwin picks new look CSK without Dhoni

New Delhi Cricket fans were shocked as Chennai Super Kings confirmed that legend MS Dhoni will miss the first two weeks of IPL 2026. Dhoni is currently sidelined with a calf strain, leaving a massive hole in the team’s lineup just as the new season kicks off. In response, f

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Bangladesh ends ban on IPL cricket broadcasts

Dhaka In a major win for cricket fans, Bangladesh has officially cleared the way for the Indian Premier League to return to television screens. Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan confirmed that the government has dropped previous restrictions, choosing to

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