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Argentina’s Lionel Messi reacts after losing to Spain in the World Cup final. (AP Photo) The mystery surrounding Lionel Messi‘s viral dressing-room speech before Argentina’s 2026 FIFA World Cup final has finally been addressed, with Alexis Mac Allister’s father dismissing speculation of an internal crisis and insisting the captain’s words were taken completely out of…

Yuvraj Singh shares a heartfelt message on NEET protest NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh has shared a heartfelt message on the ongoing protests over the alleged NEET examination paper leak, urging all stakeholders to pursue dialogue and ensure that children and students are able to learn in a safe and peaceful environment.Taking to…

NEW DELHI: French Grandmaster Alireza Firouzja was crowned champion of the fourth edition of the Chennai Grand Masters after holding Indian GM Arjun Erigaisi to a draw in the final round on Wednesday, while world champion D Gukesh endured a disappointing campaign, finishing last in the elite tournament.Firouzja finished the competition with 4.5 points after…

India’s KL Rahul and Virat Kohli (PTI Photo/Kamal Kishore) Former India opener Wasim Jaffer has made a bold comparison between KL Rahul and Virat Kohli, saying the Indian wicketkeeper-batter possesses the same level of talent and technical ability as the batting great. However, Jaffer believes it is Kohli’s unmatched mentality and relentless consistency that have…

The North American odyssey is over. Here are the stars who put their best foot forward.Pedro Porro (ESP, Defender) One of the tournament’s most attack-minded full-backs, Porro has balanced defensive discipline with constant overlapping runs. His accurate deliveries and relentless energy have given Spain width, while his recovery pace has helped neutralise dangerous wingers in…

Spain’s Gavi, left, falls as he scuffles with Argentina’s Leandro Paredes (5) and Thiago Almada. (AP Photo) Former Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has launched a scathing attack on Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes over the ugly scenes that unfolded after the FIFA World Cup final, saying he would have “headbutted” the midfielder had he been on…

Kuldeep Yadav (File Photo) India spinner Kuldeep Yadav has signed with Yorkshire as an overseas player for the remainder of the English domestic season. The left-arm wrist-spinner will play five One-Day Cup matches before returning in September for three County Championship games. His stint begins with Friday’s 50-over clash against Glamorgan.In the club’s statement, Kuldeep…

England’s 2-1 ODI series triumph over India has been rewarded in the latest ICC Men’s ODI Batting Rankings, with veteran batter Joe Root returning to the top 10 after a sensational series in which he remained unbeaten throughout.Root, who was named Player of the Series, produced unbeaten scores of 76, 99 and 74 to anchor…

FIFA President Gianni Infantino (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) La Liga president Javier Tebas has once again criticised FIFA president Gianni Infantino, saying he should step down over decisions that he believes are harming football. Tebas accused FIFA of putting commercial interests ahead of the sport by expanding international tournaments and increasing fixture congestion. His latest comments…

Donald Trump and FIFA chief Gianni Infantino (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: US President Donald Trump wants FIFA president Gianni Infantino to become the next secretary-general of the United Nations, according to a report by the New York Post. The report said Trump was impressed by Infantino’s role in organising the FIFA World Cup and believes…