Yashasvi Jaiswal etched his name in history, becoming the fastest Indian to score two ODI centuries in just six innings with a brilliant unbeaten 110 against Afghanistan. His stellar knock, coupled with Rohit Sharma's 79, guided India to a commanding nine-wicket victory and a 3-0 series whitewash. Prasidh Krishna's five-wicket haul earlier restricted Afghanistan to 218, setting the stage for Jaiswal's record-breaking performance.from Sports News: Cricket Live Scorecard, Latest Cricket News, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MLB News & More https://ift.tt/G3UkSyl
Japan and Tunisia will make FIFA World Cup history when they contest the tournament’s 1,000th match at Monterrey Stadium. The landmark Group F encounter marks a milestone nearly a century in the making, prompting special FIFA tributes and global attention. Beyond its historical significance, the match carries crucial implications for both nations’ hopes of reaching the Round of 32.
The Netherlands secured a commanding 5-1 victory over Sweden at FIFA World Cup 2026, bouncing back from their opening draw with Japan to book a place in the Round of 32. Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo scored twice each, while Crysencio Summerville added a fifth. Despite Sweden’s dominance in shots, Dutch clinical finishing proved decisive in Group F.
Morocco midfielder Ismael Saibari scored the fastest goal of the FIFA World Cup 2026 so far, finding the net after just 71 seconds against Scotland in a crucial Group C clash. The PSV star's record-breaking strike gave the Atlas Lions an early advantage and further enhanced his growing reputation as one of the tournament's breakout performers.
The United States booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 with a composed 2-0 victory over Australia in Seattle. Goals from a Cameron Burgess own goal and Alex Freeman secured a second consecutive Group D win, marking the Americans' first back-to-back men's World Cup victories since 1930 and underlining their growing tournament credentials.
Henry Nicholls marked his return with a stellar unbeaten century, guiding New Zealand to a commanding 252 for 3 on day three against England at The Oval. His 119, coupled with Rachin Ravindra's 76, forged a record partnership, extending New Zealand's lead to 352. This dominant display, built on Matt Henry's five-wicket haul, puts the hosts in a precarious position for a challenging fourth-innings chase.
In a thrilling showdown, Switzerland triumphed with a decisive 4-1 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina, marked by an electrifying finish. The match turned dramatically when substitute Johan Manzambi unleashed a breathtaking volley in the 74th minute, igniting the Swiss side. Following a red card for Bosnia, Rubén Vargas and Manzambi struck again, with Granit Xhaka clinching the victory from the penalty spot.
Shubman Gill achieved a significant milestone by reaching 1,000 ODI runs in just 954 balls, surpassing MS Dhoni. This feat came during his brilliant 154 against Afghanistan, where he partnered with Ishan Kishan for a massive 224-run stand. Gill's century, his ninth in ODIs, was a masterclass in aggressive batting, further solidifying his status as a top modern-day Indian batter.
Gurnoor Brar has made an impressive start to his international career, but the right-arm pacer insists the foundation of his success was laid in domestic cricket and strengthened through the India A setup. The 26-year-old has picked up three wickets in each of the first two ODIs against Afghanistan and is tipped as someone who could be part of India's squad for the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
Norway marked their return to the FIFA World Cup after a 28-year absence with an impressive 4-1 victory over Iraq in Group I. Erling Haaland scored twice on his World Cup debut, while Leo Østigård and a late own goal completed the scoring. The win moves Norway level with France on three points and sets up a potentially decisive group-stage showdown between Haaland and Kylian Mbappé later in the tournament.
India's 72nd Grandmaster Mitrabha Guha, who once appeared on Kaun Banega Crorepati and won Rs 4.8 lakh has secured India's final spot for the Esports Nations Cup 2026. The Kolkata player overcame years of financial struggles and family sacrifices to reach the top. Now pursuing an MBA, the Commonwealth classical chess champion is set to compete alongside stars like Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura.