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Ahead of Monza, why Mercedes is keeping faith in Antonelli

Kimi Antonelli is the 18-year-old next big thing of Formula 1, and ahead of his return to Monza, he will continue to prove that at Mercedes.

Lewis Hamilton: First year with Ferrari an 'emotional rollercoaster'

Lewis Hamilton said he was not prepared for how "volatile" his time at Ferrari has been, describing his first 15 races in red as "an emotional roller coaster."

Not just a City problem: Spain's World Cup hopes rest on Rodri

If Spain are to back up their European Championship win by lifting the World Cup, the onus will be on Rodri to get back to his best.

Lewis Hamilton was 'shocked' by Monza 5-place grid penalty

Lewis Hamilton said he was "shocked" when he found out he would enter this weekend's Italian Grand Prix with a five-place grid penalty.

Mohammad Mithun elected president of CWAB

The election had to be conducted after the previous leadership group was dissolved

Yastika Bhatia ruled out of Australia ODIs and World Cup

Uma Chetry has been named as Bhatia's replacement in both squads

World Cup Qualifier: Who is Djed Spence, set to become England's first Muslim international vs Andorra

Djed Spence, the Tottenham Hotspur fullback, has earned his first England senior call-up for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia. This selection marks a significant moment, potentially making him the first openly Muslim player to represent England. After a journey through various clubs and overcoming past criticisms, Spence's perseverance has culminated in this historic opportunity.

Duleep Trophy semifinals: Ruturaj Gaikwad scores crucial ton for West Zone, sends strong message to selectors

Ruturaj Gaikwad's exciting return to form in recent matches has shown just how good he can be when he's firing on all cylinders. He had to cut short his IPL season due to ijnury and then and missed India A selection. Gaikwad scored a century in the Buchi Babu tournament in late August. He then followed it up on Thursday with another century in the Duleep Trophy semi-final for West Zone.

'Still long way to go': Ruturaj Gaikwad reveals what he learnt from 5-month layoff

Ruturaj Gaikwad utilized his injury layoff to refine his red-ball technique, acknowledging he still has progress to make. He scored 184 for West Zone in the Duleep Trophy semifinal, following a century in the Buchi Babu tournament. Gaikwad also welcomed MS Dhoni's remark about his return strengthening CSK's batting in IPL 2026.

'MS Dhoni treated people like shit': Yograj Singh's scathing attack, backs Irfan Pathan

Yograj Singh, father of Yuvraj, has unleashed harsh criticism on MS Dhoni, Kapil Dev, and Bishan Singh Bedi, accusing them of mistreating players. Irfan Pathan addressed a resurfaced video controversy linked to his ouster from the Indian team under Dhoni’s captaincy. Yograj backed Pathan’s claims, highlighting other players who have spoken against Dhoni's leadership and decisions.

Man United exploring post-deadline transfer for Malacia - sources

Man United are still exploring exit routes for Tyrell Malacia, sources have told ESPN, after the defender failed to secure a move away on deadline day.

Sam Kerr to make Chelsea return after 20 months out - Bompastor

Sonia Bompastor has revealed that Sam Kerr will return to Chelsea's squad for the first time in close to two years against Manchester City on Friday.

Paul Doyle pleads not guilty to 31 charges over Liverpool parade incident

A man accused of driving into crowds at Liverpool's victory parade has pleaded not guilty to 31 offences.

Paquetá considering legal action after spot-fixing acquittal

Lucas Paquetá is considering whether to sue the FA after a move from West Ham to Manchester City collapsed in 2023 amid a spot-fixing investigation.

Tax rates on IPL tickets go up to 40%, will be more expensive

However, international cricket gets a respite and sees a reduction in its GST rate from 28% to 18%

Rohit Sharma's Leadership Lauded by Former MI Bowler After Difficult Match

Rahul Chahar recalls Rohit Sharma's leadership at Mumbai Indians. He highlights Rohit's confidence-boosting gestures. Rohit supported younger players during pressure situations. Chahar remembers a specific instance during a semi-final match against Delhi. He opined that Rohit's captaincy transition to Hardik Pandya is a natural phase. Rohit remains an inspiration despite the change in leadership.

Irfan Pathan's Old Grievances Against MS Dhoni Resurface, Sparking Social Media Firestorm

Irfan Pathan is facing renewed scrutiny after an old interview resurfaced where he suggested MS Dhoni favored players who joined him in smoking hookah, sparking controversy.

Virat Kohli's Throwback Thursday: A Nostalgic Look at His Best Team India Social Media Moments

Virat Kohli, India's most followed personality on Instagram with 273 million followers, has scaled back his social media presence. Citing the energy drain from constant online engagement, Kohli prioritized focusing on his game and personal life. While fans may miss his frequent posts, the article revisits some of his most memorable moments shared on the platform.

BCCI Hikes Base Price for India Cricket Jersey Sponsorship After Dream11 Exit

The Indian cricket governing body is seeking a sponsorship period of three years which includes the ICC T20 World Cup in 2026 and the Men's ODI World Cup in 2027

Amit Mishra Calls Time on Two-Decade Cricket Career

The legspinner who claimed a five-fer on Test debut, is also the only player to take three IPL hat-tricks