Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid’s prized signing and one of world football’s most electrifying talents, is set to lead his side in one of their toughest Champions League battles yet. On Wednesday, Mbappe will step onto the pitch at the Santiago Bernabeu with the goal of sparking a miraculous comeback against Arsenal, who hold a commanding 3-0 lead from the quarter-final first leg. Mbappe, who joined Madrid in 2024 to pursue Champions League glory, faces a moment that defines careers&md

In a major development that blends star power with football management, Luka Modric, the legendary Real Madrid and Croatia midfielder, has officially joined Swansea City AFC as an investor and co-owner, the Championship club confirmed on Monday. At 39, Modric remains an active player for Real Madrid, with a glittering career spanning over a decade in Spain. During his time at the Bernabéu, he has helped the Spanish giants secure six UEFA Champions League titles, solidifying his legacy

Former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli, once hailed as one of the most promising batters in the country and childhood friend of Sachin Tendulkar, is currently battling severe health issues and financial instability. The 52-year-old ex-India star, who played 104 ODIs and 17 Test matches, came into the public spotlight again in December 2024 after being hospitalized in Thane for urinary infections and severe cramps. Kambli was admitted to Akruti Hospital on December 21, 2024. His medical conditio

Indian middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer has been named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for March 2025, following a stellar performance during the ICC Champions Trophy. The announcement came on Tuesday via the International Cricket Council (ICC), recognizing Iyer’s crucial contributions during a defining month for Indian cricket. The 30-year-old right-hander beat out two notable New Zealand competitors, Jacob Duffy and Rachin Ravindra, to earn the prestigious honor. With this win

  In a major escalation of the ongoing trade conflict between the United States and China, Beijing has announced a significant hike in tariffs on American goods, raising import duties from 84% to 125%. The move, confirmed by the Chinese finance ministry on Friday, is a direct response to recent tariff increases imposed by the U.S. administration. It marks one of the most severe retaliatory actions taken by China in the prolonged dispute that has gripped global markets and resha

In a stunning upset that sent shockwaves through the tennis world, world number five Novak Djokovic crashed out of the Monte Carlo Masters in his opening match on Wednesday, falling in straight sets to Chile’s Alejandro Tabilo. The 6-3, 6-4 defeat not only marks a disappointing start to Djokovic’s clay season but also extends his title drought since winning gold at the Paris Olympics last year. Djokovic, 37, who had entered the tournament dealing with the effects of an e

In a light-hearted yet sharp exchange during an IPL 2025 commentary panel, Virender Sehwag openly sledged fellow commentator and former teammate Ambati Rayudu over his enthusiastic praise of MS Dhoni. The moment occurred following Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) match against Punjab Kings (PBKS), in which Dhoni, despite his valiant knock, could not take his side to victory. Rayudu, who has been one of Dhoni’s strongest vocal supporters in recent years, was in full praise mode after the C

In a dominant performance that reaffirmed their strength in the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL), the Gujarat Titans (GT) secured a thumping 58-run win over Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Wednesday. Assistant coach Parthiv Patel praised the team’s bowling unit for its clinical execution, highlighting the players’ ability to defend a challenging 217-run target on a batting-friendly pitch. After a match-winning 82-run knock from Sai Sudharsan, GT's bowlers rose to the occasion, with P

As the holiday season approaches, the traditional hustle and bustle inside China’s Christmas product factories is strikingly absent this year. Long the workshop of the world when it comes to festive goods—from plastic pine trees to twinkling LED lights—these factories now face grim prospects due to the United States’ sudden and steep import tariffs. President Donald Trump’s recent escalation of trade tensions, with a 104% tariff slapped on Chinese imports, has effec

In a dramatic reversal that sent shockwaves through global financial markets, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a pause on newly implemented tariffs targeting dozens of countries. The unexpected move came less than a day after his sweeping tariff measures went into effect, causing major disruption across world markets and triggering one of the most volatile trading periods since the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. The tariff freeze, which offered some temporary relief to ratt

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) spinner Digvesh Rathi has emerged as one of the most exciting new talents in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. While his bowling has consistently delivered crucial wickets for LSG, it’s his post-wicket celebrations that have unexpectedly become a talking point—and not always for the right reasons. Rathi, who was acquired for a modest INR 30 lakh at the IPL 2025 mega auction, has proved to be a valuable asset for the Lucknow franchise.

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are setting the tone for the IPL 2025 season in remarkable fashion, and their latest triumph against the Mumbai Indians (MI) at Wankhede has etched a new chapter in the tournament's history. Under the leadership of Rajat Patidar, RCB have become the first team ever to defeat three powerhouses—Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Chennai Super Kings (CSK), and Mumbai Indians (MI)—on their home grounds in a single season under the same captain. Only on

Following Mumbai Indians' (MI) high-octane defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), MI skipper Hardik Pandya offered a candid explanation for his side’s tactical shifts and batting collapse. The match, played at the Wankhede Stadium, saw RCB set a formidable target of 222 runs, and while MI launched a strong counterattack led by Tilak Varma and Pandya himself, they ultimately fell short. In the post-match presentation, Hardik d

China has issued a stern warning in response to former President Donald Trump’s latest tariff threat, pledging to fight back with equal force if the United States raises duties on Chinese goods to a staggering 104%. The Chinese Commerce Ministry declared it would “resolutely” take all necessary countermeasures to defend the country’s economic interests, reinforcing its position that any trade war escalation would be met with firm resistance. Trump announced o

Juventus’ push for Champions League qualification suffered another blow on Sunday as they were held to a 1-1 draw by fellow contenders AS Roma in a tense clash at the Stadio Olimpico. The result leaves Juve in fifth place with 56 points, tied with fourth-placed Bologna in a crowded and competitive race for the final two Champions League spots. Manuel Locatelli opened the scoring for Juventus with a brilliant volley just before half-time, only for Eldor Shomurodov to equalize four minute

Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh — The Central Government has disbursed over ₹4,200 crore to Andhra Pradesh for the development of its capital, Amaravati. This follows the release of USD 205 million (approx. ₹1,705 crore) by the World Bank under a major international funding initiative aimed at completing the first phase of the state’s capital development project. A senior government official confirmed that the ₹4,285 crore, transferred on April 1, is part of a comprehensive ₹15,

In a surprising move that has stunned Indian domestic cricket circles, India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal has decided to part ways with Mumbai and join Goa for the upcoming 2025-26 season. The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) confirmed on Wednesday that they had accepted Jaiswal’s request to transfer, marking the end of a significant chapter in the 23-year-old's career. Jaiswal, who has risen through the ranks of Mumbai cricket to become a national team regular, revealed in an interview

The La Liga title race is as intense as ever with only three points separating Barcelona and Real Madrid at the top of the table. Adding a fascinating sub-plot to the championship pursuit is the race for the Pichichi trophy, where Barcelona's Robert Lewandowski currently leads with 25 goals, closely followed by Kylian Mbappe of Real Madrid with 22. As both clubs prepare for crucial weekend fixtures, their top scorers are also stepping up in spectacular fashion.  

Ahead of their highly anticipated IPL 2025 clash, a humorous exchange between India stars Rohit Sharma and Shardul Thakur lit up social media, offering fans a lighter moment amid fierce cricketing competition. The interaction, captured and shared by the Mumbai Indians’ official social handles, showed the strong camaraderie between the two players—reaffirming that humor and sportsmanship often go hand-in-hand in cricket. As Mumbai Indians prepare to face off against Lucknow Super G

Liam Lawson has vowed to prove his place in Formula One after a sudden and unexpected demotion from Red Bull Racing just two races into the 2025 season. The 23-year-old New Zealander, who failed to score points in his brief stint with the main Red Bull team, will now return to Red Bull’s sister team RB, replacing Yuki Tsunoda ahead of this weekend’s Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka. Lawson admitted during a press briefing on Thursday that the decision came as a shock, describing the