Glenn Maxwell's phenomenal 120-run knock against West Indies in the 2nd T20 match at Adelaide Oval not only powered Australia to a monumental 241-4 but also drew him level with Rohit Sharma's T20I century record. Maxwell displayed his exceptional hand speed and bowler-dominating abilities during his blazing performance, which included 12 boundaries and 8 sixes. Together, he and Tim David scored 92 runs, which strengthened Australia's dominant lead. Rovman Powell's resilient 63 off 36 and Andre Russell's stunning 37 off 16 gave West Indies optimism despite a rocky start. However, the rel
Qatar clinched a thrilling 3-2 win over Iran in the Asian Cup semi-final, securing a spot in the final against Jordan. The match unfolded with remarkable intensity as Qatar retaliated to Sardar Azmoun's stunning opener with goals from Jassem Gaber and Akram Afif. Despite a controversial penalty decision, Almoez Ali's 82nd-minute strike sealed Iran's fate. Intending to repeat Japan's 2000 and 2004 Asian Cup victories, Qatar is trying to defend its championship in the forthcoming match against Jordan. Iran persistently probed Qatar's defence, applying relentless pressure, yet Qatar manage
Vinesh Phogat, 29, a gold medalist at the Asian Games, won the 55kg gold medal at the Senior National Wrestling Championships. Representing the Railway Sports Promotion Board (RSPB), Phogat defeated her opponent from Madhya Pradesh, Jyoti, with a convincing 4-0 victory. Her remarkable track record includes clinching gold in the 50kg category at the 2018 Jakarta Asian Games and winning in the 53kg category at the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games. In another thrilling match, Anshu Malik, the 2021 World Championship silver medalist, outperformed Sarita Mor from Railways, the 2020 Asian C
New Jersey is set to host the grand finale of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking the finale of a tournament spanning three nations and featuring a total of 104 matches. The United States, Mexico, and Canada will jointly host the event, with the inaugural match slated for June 11, 2026, at Mexico City's historic Estadio Azteca. FIFA announced that the finale of the 2026 World Cup, along with its comprehensive schedule, will unfold in New Jersey, home to the esteemed New York Giants and New York Jets of the National Football League. The collaborative effort of the United States, Canada, and
Ivory Coast made a stunning comeback to win Saturday's Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal, earning a place in the semifinals, where South Africa would later join them. Oumar Diakite emerged as the star player, netting a remarkable backheel in added time, sealing a thrilling 2-1 win over Mali. He initially took the lead through Nene Dorgeles. Despite Odilon Kossounou's red card reducing Ivory Coast to 10 men, Simon Adingra equalised in the 90th minute, pushing the game into extra time. Diakite's decisive strike in extra time clinched victory but earned him a red card for removing his shirt
On January 30th, the emblem and mascot for the Khelo India Winter Games 2024 were unveiled, showcasing the rich biodiversity and cultural heritage of the Ladakh region. The magnificent snow leopard, affectionately named "Sheen-e She" or ‘Shan’, takes the spotlight as the official mascot of the event. This choice pays homage to the region's unique ecosystem and traditional values. Scheduled from February 2nd to 6th in Gulmarg and Leh, followed by a second phase from February 21st to 25th in Gulmarg, Jammu & Kashmir, the Khelo India Winter Games 2024 promise thrilling sportsmanship a
Haryana player Anmol Kharb created history by clinching the title in Jodhpur. The tournament, organised by the Rajasthan Badminton Association, was organised by the Badminton Association of India. The rising badminton star, Anmol, showcased her exceptional skills throughout the tournament. Despite facing tough opponents, she displayed remarkable resilience and determination. In a thrilling final match against Aalisha Naik from Maharashtra, Anmol staged a remarkable comeback after losing the first game. She eventually secured victory with a scoreline of 13-21, 21-11, and 21-19. Anmol won
In a dazzling display of skill and determination, Jannik Sinner, the rising star of Italian tennis, earned his name in history by clinching the Australian Open title. He became the first Italian male to win the Grand Slam title since 1976. Seeded fourth, Sinner's journey to the final showcased his unparalleled prowess. Against Daniil Medvedev, a gripping spectacle unfolded, with Sinner scoring a remarkable comeback, triumphing 3-6, 3-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-3. Sinner only lost one set before the championship match, demonstrating his unwavering dominance throughout the competition. His achievemen
Indian boxer Mandeep Jangra creates history by winning the US-based National Boxing Association’s (NBA) intercontinental super featherweight title. He defeated American boxer Gerardo Esquivel in a one-sided manner in Toppenish City, Washington. To compete for the title on January 26, Friday, Jangra dropped down from his previous 75kg weight class. He left his mark on the professional scene with six incredible victories, of which four were stunning knockouts that sent shockwaves around the boxing community. Jangra said, "This victory is not just mine but that of every person who has su
On Sunday, the Democratic Republic of Congo secured an incredible 8-7 win at the Africa Cup of Nations last-16 in San Pedro. Congo claimed the win after Egypt’s goalkeeper, Mohamed Abou Gabal, missed his penalty in the shootout. Abou Gabal's shot struck the crossbar, and his opposite number, Lionel Mpasi, scored against him. The Congolese celebrated the victory, as they will now play Guinea in the quarterfinals on Friday in Abidjan. Meschack Elia almost scored on the goal line to give DR Congo the advantage early in the match. Meanwhile, Mostafa Mohamed's fourth goal of the competitio