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Asia Cup 2025: Bangladesh name Liton Das-led squad; wicketkeeper-batter returns after 3 years

Bangladesh have announced their 16-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup, led by Litton Das, with Quazi Nurul Hasan Sohan returning after nearly three years. The team included senior players like Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed. Prior to the Asia Cup, Bangladesh will play a three-match T20I series against the Netherlands.

La Liga: Defending champions Barcelona clash with newly promoted Levante - How to watch the game in India live

Barcelona aims to continue their winning momentum against newly-promoted Levante after a dominant 3-0 victory over Mallorca. The potential return of Robert Lewandowski, who scored 42 goals last season, would significantly boost their attack. Hansi Flick emphasizes consistency as Barcelona seeks to set the pace in the title race, while Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid also face newly-promoted teams.

Sponsor Lacoste honours Novak Djokovic with unique move ahead of US Open - Watch

Lacoste is honoring Novak Djokovic's legendary career with a limited-edition apparel line featuring a GOAT logo, replacing the iconic crocodile. As Djokovic aims for a record 25th Grand Slam title at the US Open, this tribute recognises his enduring impact on tennis. Despite acknowledging age and fitness challenges, Djokovic remains determined to prove his dominance on the Grand Slam stage.

India's Asia Cup 2025 squad: Brad Haddin stunned by Shreyas Iyer's omission - 'Thought he was going to be captain'

Former Australia wicketkeeper and Punjab Kings assistant coach Brad Haddin has criticised Shreyas Iyer's exclusion from India's Asia Cup 2025 squad, calling it an “extraordinary selection.” Haddin highlighted Iyer's leadership and performance under pressure, expressing surprise at the decision. Iyer recently led Punjab Kings to the IPL 2025 final with a strong batting performance.

Elavenil Valarivan shoots India's second gold medal at Asian Championships 2025

Indian shooter Elavenil Valarivan secured gold in the women's 10m air rifle at Asian Championships. It was the second gold for India in the senior level in this edition of the tournament after Anantjeet Singh Naruka had claimed in men's skeet.

US Open: Carlos Alcaraz put on notice as Kokkinakis reveals his 'only weakness'

US Open 2025: Thanasi Kokkinakis opened up on the massive competition between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz before the hard-court major gets underway on August 24 at Flushing Meadows.

US Open: With more confidence, Jessica Pegula aims to shrug off 2024 heartbreak

Jessica Pegula enters the 2025 US Open with a mix of pressure and renewed confidence after a runner-up finish last year, despite recent early exits at the Citi Open, Wimbledon, National Bank Open, and Cincinnati.

Ngidi's five gives SA fifth consecutive ODI series win vs Australia

Chasing a target of 278, Australia were bowled out for 193 inside 38 overs

Piyush Chawla, Siddharth Kaul among 13 Indians to register for SA20 auction

As mandated by the BCCI, all the Indian entrants are either retired or have relinquished their claims to play for India or in the IPL

Nurul, Saif recalled to Bangladesh squad for Asia Cup

Mehidy Hasan has been left out of the 15-player squad

Asia Cup: 'Nothing less than shameless' - Samajwadi Party calls to boycott India-Pakistan match

As the Asia Cup 2025 approaches, the scheduled India-Pakistan cricket match in Dubai faces political opposition. Samajwadi Party leaders question the appropriateness of sporting ties given strained relations and recent terror attacks. They argue that playing against Pakistan, especially after the Pahalgam attack, is unacceptable and would disgrace the nation.

Premier League: Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur lock horns at the Etihad - When and where to watch live in India

Manchester City will face Tottenham Hotspur at the Etihad Stadium this Saturday, both eager to continue their winning momentum. City, fresh off a 4-0 victory, currently lead the table. Despite a mixed record against Spurs, Guardiola welcomes back Rodri from injury, praising him as the world's best. New signings Reijnders and Cherki impressed in their debut.

Bundesliga: Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig clash in season opener - When and where to watch live in India

Bayern Munich, the defending Bundesliga champions, face RB Leipzig in the season opener amidst concerns over squad depth due to key player departures and a major injury to Musiala. Leipzig aims to capitalize on Bayern's uncertainty and make an early statement. The Bundesliga matches will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network and streamed on Sony Liv.

Asia Cup: How Jitesh Sharma kept the competition at bay

Wicket-keeper batter Jitesh Sharma, after a period of self-reflection following his initial T20I appearances, has made a remarkable comeback to the Indian team. His resurgence was fueled by a strong IPL season with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, where he showcased his finishing abilities and even captained the team in Rajat Patidar's absence.

'This math isn't mathing': Aakash Chopra questions RCB's influence on Rajat Patidar's MP captaincy, sparks debate

Aakash Chopra has ignited controversy by questioning RCB's influence on Rajat Patidar's captaincy in domestic cricket. Mo Bobat revealed he encouraged Patidar to seek leadership roles at the state level, leading to his appointment as Madhya Pradesh captain. Chopra found it questionable for IPL franchises to 'nudge' players into domestic captaincy roles, sparking debate about the ethics of such influence.

Raghvi Bist's fighting 93 gives India A upper hand vs Australia A in Women's Test

Raghvi Bist's fighting 93 powered India A to 299 before their bowlers reduced Australia A to 158 for 5 on Day 1 in Brisbane. With a 141-run lead and momentum on their side, India A hold the upper hand heading into Day 2.

Sara Tendulkar opens Pilates studio; she built it brick by brick, says Sachin

Sachin Tendulkar's daughter, Sara, recently announced the launch of her Pilates studio in Mumbai. Sharing images from the inauguration ceremony, the legendary cricketer praised Sara's dedication and relentlessness in pursuing her dream.

US Open: Cheerful Jannik Sinner returns to practice after Cincinnati heartbreak

US Open 2025: World No. 1 Jannik Sinner returned to practice at Arthur Ashe, easing fans' concerns after his Cincinnati withdrawal and signaling readiness to defend his crown at Flushing Meadows.

Bangladesh name 16-member squad for Asia Cup 2025, Nurul Hasan Sohan returns

Bangladesh have named a 16-member squad for the Asia Cup 2025, with Nurul Hasan Sohan and Saif Hassan making comebacks. Litton Das will lead the side, which opens its campaign against Hong Kong on September 11 in Abu Dhabi.

MS Dhoni spotted in army-themed Hummer! Video goes viral - Watch

Mahendra Singh Dhoni's Hummer, sporting a unique army-inspired design and the number plate JH01AB 7781, was recently spotted cruising through what appears to be Ranchi. A fan-captured video of the SUV has gone viral, amassing over 3 lakh views on Instagram. Dhoni's well-known passion for automobiles extends to luxury cars, vintage models, and customized vehicles.