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Supreme Court Greenlights AIFF Search for New ISL Commercial Partners, Ending Uncertainty

The Supreme Court has directed the AIFF to initiate measures for the upcoming football season, including issuing tenders for new commercial partners to conduct the Indian Super League. This order aims to resolve the uncertainty that arose after the previous contract with FSDL ended, impacting player salaries and pre-season training.

Williams and Taylor Back in Zimbabwe T20I Squad for Sri Lanka Series

Williams makes his comeback to the shortest format after last playing against Bangladesh in May 2024

Grimsby Town Fined After Ineligible Player Fields in Carabao Cup Win Over Man United; Expulsion Ruled Out

Grimsby Town, despite their Carabao Cup victory over Manchester United, faces a £20,000 fine from the EFL for fielding an ineligible player, Clarke Oduor. The registration was submitted late due to a computer issue, which the club self-reported. Grimsby admitted the error and is paying £10,000 immediately, with the rest suspended. Manchester United has the option to appeal the decision.

Teenage Prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi's Power-Hitting Stuns IPL, Leaving Nitish Rana Joking About His Age

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old cricketing sensation, has taken the IPL 2025 season by storm, smashing a record-breaking century off just 38 balls. His incredible feat made him the youngest player to achieve this milestone in IPL history, securing the second-fastest century, only behind Chris Gayle. Nitish Rana humorously questioned Suryavanshi's age, highlighting the disbelief surrounding the teenager's exceptional talent.

Shubman Gill's T20I Return Won't Unsettle Suryakumar Yadav, Says Irfan Pathan

Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan feels the return of Shubman Gill in T20Is won't put any extra pressure on Suryakumar Yadav as he's not an insecure player.

Pat Cummins' Back Stress Forces Him to Miss India, New Zealand Series; Ashes Preparation in Doubt

Pat Cummins will miss the upcoming white-ball series against New Zealand and India due to lumbar bone stress, jeopardizing his Ashes preparation. The injury, discovered after persistent back soreness following the West Indies tour, necessitates further management and rehabilitation. Cricket Australia aims to have Cummins ready for the Ashes series, closely monitoring his progress.

Asia Cup 2025: India vs. Pakistan Tickets Go on Sale – Prices and How to Buy

Asia Cup 2025 ticket sales have officially commenced on Platinumlist, offering fans a chance to secure their seats for the tournament in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Several package options are available, including group-stage matches, Super Four contests, and the final, alongside individual match tickets. The competition gets underway on September 9.

Summer Transfer Window Shakes Up European Football: Key Signings and Shock Moves Revealed

European football clubs finalized major transfer deals, reshaping team rosters across various leagues. Serie A saw Kevin De Bruyne and Luka Modric move as free agents, while Real Madrid acquired Dean Huijsen. Bayern Munich signed Luis Diaz, and PSG secured Illia Zabarnyi, impacting the competitive landscape for the upcoming season.

Rajasthan Royals' Decade-Old Insurance Claim Resurfaces in Supreme Court Amid Sreesanth Injury Dispute

A decade-old insurance dispute involving former India fast bowler S. Sreesanth has resurfaced in the Supreme Court, drawing the Rajasthan Royals back into the legal arena. The Royals filed an Rs 82 lakh claim after Sreesanth's 2012 knee injury, but United India Insurance rejected it, citing an undisclosed prior toe injury.

BCCI Seeks New Lead Sponsor After Dream11 Exit; Bids Due September 16

The BCCI invited bids for Team India's lead sponsorship rights. The Indian cricket banned applications from real-money gaming platforms and crypto companies in the aftermath of the recently-passed online gaming bill.

Haddin Defends Iyer Stance After Gavaskar Criticism: Australia's Former Wicketkeeper Cites IPL Experience

Former Australia wicketkeeper Brad Haddin has responded to Sunil Gavaskar after the former Indian great criticised overseas cricketers for commenting on Indian cricket matters.

Mitchell Starc Steps Away From T20Is to Extend Test and ODI Career OR Starc Retires From T20Is, Prioritizes Test and ODI Formats

The decision comes less than six months out from the next T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka

Pat Cummins Injury Forces Withdrawal From New Zealand, India White-Ball Series; Ashes Preparation Affected

The Australia Test captain will now be managed in the lead-up to the home Ashes series in November

Stoinis Returns to Australia Squad for New Zealand T20s, Eyes T20 World Cup Spot

Nathan Ellis to miss three-match series on paternity leave

Craig McMillan Appointed Full-Time Assistant Coach for New Zealand Women's Cricket Team

The 48-year-old had served on a part-time contract for the past 12 months including at the victorious T20 World Cup campaign last year

India, Nigeria in the Running to Host 2030 Commonwealth Games After Submitting Bids

India and Nigeria are vying to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, submitting formal bids by the August deadline. Ahmedabad is India's proposed host city for the centenary edition. A Commonwealth Sport Evaluation Commission will assess the bids, with a final decision expected at the General Assembly in Glasgow this November, following Canada's withdrawal due to budget concerns.

Shubman Gill Expresses 'Heartbreak' Over Punjab Floods, Pledges Support OR Punjab Floods: Cricketer Shubman Gill Stands in Solidarity with Affected Communities OR India's Shubman Gill 'Heartbroken' as Punjab Grapples with Devastating Floods

Shubman Gill and Harbhajan Singh have voiced their concerns and support for Punjab as devastating floods impact over 2.56 lakh people across 12 districts. The floods have caused widespread displacement and damage, prompting the state government to establish relief camps and mobilise multiple agencies for rescue operations. Support and resources are being directed to aid affected communities.

Jitesh Sharma Humbled by Virat Kohli's Presence at RCB, Prioritizes Respectful Distance Despite IPL Triumph

Jitesh Sharma's dream of lifting the IPL trophy alongside Virat Kohli and Dinesh Karthik materialized after RCB's victory. His impactful performance, particularly his impressive strike rate while batting in the lower order, earned him a spot in India's Asia Cup squad. Despite Kohli's desire to see Jitesh's fun side, Jitesh maintained a respectful distance due to his small-town upbringing.

Kuldeep Yadav's Absence in England Tests "Costly," Asia Cup Spot Uncertain, Says Maninder Singh

Former India spinner Maninder Singh feels Kuldeep Yadav is likely to be benched again by the team management in the Asia Cup 2025. The 60-year-old backed Varun Chakravarthy to be India's X-factor in the tournament, starting September 9.

Pakistan's Asif Ali Calls Time on International Career at 33

Pakistan middle-order batsman Asif Ali has confirmed that he will continue playing domestic cricket but has decided to retire from international cricket.