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June 12, 2025 1:54 PM

Poland manager Probierz resigns after row with Lewandowski

Poland manager Michal Probierz resigned from his position on Thursday, four days after star striker Robert Lewandowski said he will no longer play for the national team under him. The 36-year-old Barcelona striker said his trust had been betrayed an...

June 12, 2025 10:55 AM

US begins uneasy FIFA World Cup countdown as Trump moves Marines to Los Angeles

U.S. cities hosting next year's FIFA World Cup faced questions on Wednesday about how to reassure international fans concerned by President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown and travel ban as the year-to-go countdown began. The United States, alo...

June 11, 2025 5:18 PM

Mexico readies for historic third World Cup as Azteca Stadium tensions grow

With a year until Mexico makes history as the first three-time World Cup host, the dream of a spectacular showcase is colliding with the practical challenges of modernising the iconic Azteca Stadium for global soccer's premier event. Beneath the imp...

June 11, 2025 5:12 PM

West Indies recall Hope, drop Roach for home series vs Australia

West Indies batter Shai Hope is in line to play his first test in almost four years after being recalled to the squad for their home series against Australia, but veteran pacer Kemah Roach has been dropped. The three-test series, which begins in Bar...

June 11, 2025 5:08 PM

Piyush Goyal concludes successful visit to Switzerland, begins economic diplomacy in Sweden

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal concluded a two-day official visit to Switzerland from June 9 to 10, and has commenced the Sweden leg of his European tour aimed at strengthening economic ties and fostering innovation-driven partners...

June 11, 2025 1:07 PM

From clay to spray: Nadal’s team leads electric charge on Adriatic waves

As Rafa Nadal gets used life after tennis, he has let go of his racquets to spend time on the Adriatic waves, steering his Team Rafa into electric powerboat racing’s E1 World Championship in Dubrovnik. Days after the retired 14-times Roland Garr...

June 11, 2025 9:22 AM

Josh Hazlewood returns for WTC final against South Africa

Marnus Labuschagne will open the batting for Australia and Josh Hazlewood has been selected in the bowling line-up for the World Test Championship final against South Africa at Lord's, captain Pat Cummins said on the eve of the game on Tuesday. Labu...

June 11, 2025 9:23 AM

Brazil qualify for 2026 World Cup finals

Brazil secured their spot at the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday with a 1-0 win over Paraguay, taking the second of South America's six automatic qualifying berths after champions Argentina booked their ticket in March. A goal from Real Madrid attacker Vi...

June 10, 2025 4:09 PM

WTC final: Proteas hunt maiden crown as Australia look to defend title at Lord’s

Australia and South Africa will collide in the 2023–25 ICC World Test Championship final at Lord’s, starting June 11, with the defending champions aiming to retain their title and the Proteas desperate to finally shake off decades of knockout hea...

June 10, 2025 4:57 PM

PM Modi highlights expansion of India’s sports infrastructure in last 11 years

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted expansion of India's sports infrastructure in the last 11 years. Responding to an article written by Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, PM Modi shared on X, “Union Minister Shri @mansukhmandviya h...

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