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'No more begging': Pakistan chief Mohsin Naqvi makes huge claim on cricketing ties with India

India and Pakistan are set to clash in the Asia Cup and Women's ODI World Cup. Mohsin Naqvi advocates for equal footing in negotiations with India. Despite reservations in India, engagement is expected in multi-nation tournaments. Earlier agreement involved neutral venues. Pakistan secured concessions, including hosting rights for a future ICC Women's tournament.

Asia Cup 2025: Rashid Khan to lead Afghanistan; full squad announced

Afghanistan announced their 17-member squad for the Asia Cup 2025, with Rashid Khan captaining the team. Naveen-ul-Haq returns, bolstering the pace attack alongside Fazalhaq Farooqi and others. The squad blends experienced players like Mohammad Nabi and Gulbadin Naib with promising talents, aiming to challenge established teams and make a significant impact in the tournament.

At a loss for words: Sunil Gavaskar after statue unveiled at MCA museum

Legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar was visibly moved as his statue was unveiled at Wankhede Stadium on Saturday, during the inauguration of the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum.

Inspired by Cristiano Ronaldo, the Deus Brothers power their pursuit of Padel glory

In an exclusive interaction with India Today, the Deus brothers, Miguel and Nuno, spoke about how Cristiano Ronaldo is an inspiration for them and their journey as a team in the world of Padel.

US Open 2025, Order of Play: Novak Djokovic, Aryna Sabalenka headline opening day

Novak Djokovic, Aryna Sabalenka, and Emma Raducanu are among the star attractions on the opening day of the US Open. Djokovic begins his pursuit of a record-extending 25th Grand Slam singles title at the venue where he last lifted a major trophy — defeating Daniil Medvedev in the final two years ago to claim his 24th.

Shreyas Iyer's Asia Cup omission is weird: AB de Villiers hints at off-field factors

South African batting legend AB de Villiers has labelled Shreyas Iyer's omission from India's Asia Cup squad as "weird", hinting that the decision may have been shaped by considerations beyond just on-field form and performance.

US Open 2025 preview: 'Sincaraz' in focus again at Flushing Meadows; Aryna Sabalenka seeks rare streak

The US Open never had a Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal meeting but they would hope the newest rivalry in men's tennis - Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner - dubbed "Sincaraz" - would fare differently. On the women's side, defending champion Aryna Sabalenka targets her first major this year, with Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff two of her biggest rivals.

MCA unveils Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum

The 8,000 sq. ft centre, life size statues of Sunil Gavaskar and Sharad Pawar at the entrance, will be thrown open to public soon

3 formats, 1 captain: Is BCCI's Shubman Gill plan feasible in modern era?

After including Shubman Gill in India's Asia Cup squad and reinstating him as the vice captain, the BCCI is planning to make him the all-format leader in future. However, is that idea feasible in modern day cricket?

Cricket | Bangladesh women's team loses twice to U-15 boys side

Bangladesh women's cricket team faced a setback in their World Cup preparations, suffering consecutive defeats against the country's Under-15 boys in the Challenge Cup. The U-15 team dominated both fixtures, outclassing Women's Red by 87 runs and Women's Green by 41 runs. Captain Nigar Sultana acknowledged that more international exposure would have been beneficial leading up to the tournament.

Asia Cup | 'I don’t think he will play all the games': AB de Villiers praises Indian selectors for Jasprit Bumrah's workload management

South African legend AB de Villiers predicted India pacer Jasprit Bumrah won't play every Asia Cup 2025 game due to workload management, despite his inclusion in the squad. De Villiers supported selectors' proactive approach to protect senior players like Bumrah, emphasising the importance of managing workload to get the best performance.

La Liga: Real Madrid vs Oveido - How and when to watch the game in India live

Real Madrid faces Real Oviedo at the Estadio Carlos Tartiere, aiming for a stronger performance after a narrow 1-0 victory against Osasuna. Oviedo, returning to La Liga after 23 years, seeks to challenge the European champions, buoyed by a sold-out home crowd. New signings like Trent Alexander-Arnold featured in Madrid's opener, with young Argentine Franco Mastantuono debuting.

Premier League: Manchester City punished at home as Totteham Hotspur continue winning streak

Tottenham Hotspur defeated Manchester City 2-0 at the Etihad Stadium. Brennan Johnson and Joao Palhinha scored the goals. Manchester City's goalkeeper James Trafford had a difficult debut as his error led to Palhinha's goal. Rayan Ait-Nouri was injured and taken off for Manchester City. Tottenham's coach Thomas Frank continues his unbeaten run.

J&K cricketer Fareed Hussain dies in road accident, CCTV captures tragedy

Fareed Hussain, a local cricketer in Jammu and Kashmir, lost his life in a road accident. The tragedy occurred on August 20 and a CCTV camera was able to capture the accident which led to the death of Hussain.

Durand Cup: NorthEast United thrash Diamond Harbour 6-1 to retain title in style

NorthEast United FC showcased a dominant performance, crushing debutants Diamond Harbour FC 6-1 in the Durand Cup final. Alaaeddine Ajaraie's stellar play, including three assists and a penalty, earned him both Golden Boot and Golden Ball awards. Six different players scored for NorthEast, securing their second consecutive title.

Sunil Gavaskar donates his 'lucky' Dadar Union cap from 1981 MCG win to MCA Cricket Museum

Sunil Gavaskar was overwhelmed as his statue was unveiled at Wankhede Stadium, alongside Sharad Pawar. Gavaskar donated his 'lucky' Dadar Union cap, worn during India's 1981 Melbourne Test win, to the MCA museum. He expressed gratitude to the MCA, calling it his 'mother' in cricket, and reminisced about his 10,000th Test run, which inspired the statue.

'If something is working, don’t change it': R Ashwin warns Gautam Gambhir and Co. over fitness overhaul

Ravichandran Ashwin has cautioned Gautam Gambhir's new support staff against abrupt changes to the Indian team's fitness regimes. He highlighted potential harm to players due to frequent alterations in training methods and testing parameters, referencing his own past struggles.

Asia Cup: 'I cannot say anything' - Shardul Thakur tight-lipped on Shreyas Iyer snub

Shardul Thakur voiced his support for Shreyas Iyer after his Asia Cup 2025 squad omission, emphasizing the selectors' decision and Iyer's resilience. Thakur expressed confidence in Iyer's ability to make a strong comeback in future matches. He also highlighted the Asia Cup's significance as a confidence booster ahead of the World Cup, particularly the high-stakes India-Pakistan match.

Asia Cup | Wasim Akram warns players and fans ahead of India vs Pakistan clash: 'Do not cross the line'

Pakistani legend Wasim Akram has urged both Indian and Pakistani players and fans to maintain discipline during their Asia Cup clashes. Akram acknowledged India's strong form, highlighting that the team which handles pressure best will emerge victorious. He also expressed his desire for the resumption of India-Pakistan Test series, emphasizing the global appeal and historic significance of such encounters.

India women to begin World Cup prep camp in Vizag from August 25

The week-long camp will focus on skills, with Vizag chosen strategically as India face both South Africa and Australia there in the World Cup