The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has raised serious objections against Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief and Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chairman Mohsin Naqvi over the Asia Cup trophy fiasco that followed the final between India and Pakistan. During Tuesday’s ACC meeting, BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla grilled Naqvi for taking the trophy away instead of presenting it to the victorious Indian team. Shukla reminded the gathering that th

The San Francisco Giants have announced the dismissal of manager Bob Melvin after just two seasons, bringing an abrupt end to his tenure following another year without playoff baseball. The move came on Monday, September 29, after the Giants wrapped up their 2025 campaign with a disappointing 81-81 record, a finish that left them squarely out of postseason contention. Giants President of Baseball Operations Buster Posey released a statement confirming the decision, noting that he ha

The Asia Cup 2025 final in Dubai witnessed both thrilling cricket and shocking post-match drama. India secured the title with a dominant 5-wicket win over Pakistan, but the victory was marred by an unprecedented trophy row. Asian Cricket Council chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who also heads the Pakistan Cricket Board, left the stadium carrying the Asia Cup trophy and winners’ medals after India refused to accept them from his hands.

Indian cricket team captain Suryakumar Yadav has been fined 30 percent of his match fee by the ICC after dedicating India’s Asia Cup 2025 group stage victory over Pakistan to the Indian Armed Forces and the families of the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack. The incident took place after India’s seven-wicket win on September 14, when Yadav’s post-match comments were deemed political in nature following an official complaint from Pakistan. Th

Defending champion Neeraj Chopra endured a shocking night at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, finishing eighth in the men’s javelin throw final. Despite being one of the top favorites, Chopra struggled to cross the 85m mark in five attempts, recording his best at 84.03m before fouling his fifth and final effort. Known for his consistency and having breached the 90m mark earlier this year at the Doha Diamond League, Chopra’s dip in form s

The high-octane India vs Pakistan Asia Cup clash on September 14 may have ended on the field, but the fallout off it continues to dominate headlines. Reports suggest that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is preparing to lodge a formal complaint with the International Cricket Council (ICC) against India’s T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav. The controversy stems from Surya’s post-match comments, where he dedicated India’s seven-wicket win to “

The Asia Cup 2025 has been plunged into deeper turmoil after India captain Suryakumar Yadav reportedly told the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) that he will not accept the tournament trophy from Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi if India wins the final. The warning comes amid escalating tensions following the no-handshake controversy between India and Pakistan. The Indian skipper made his stance cle

Team India finally has a new jersey sponsor after the exit of Dream11, with Apollo Tyres officially securing the rights in a massive deal that will run until 2027. The confirmation came through a senior BCCI official, ending days of speculation about which brand would step in after Dream11’s sudden departure. The exit of Dream11 followed the Indian government’s decision to ban real-money gaming platforms

The International Cricket Council has turned down the Pakistan Cricket Board’s request to remove veteran referee Andy Pycroft from the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 after the controversial no-handshake episode in the India-Pakistan clash. PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who also heads the Asian Cricket Council, had alleged that Pycroft instructed Pakistan captain Salman Agha at the toss not to engage in a handshake with India’s Suryakumar Yadav, sparking outrag

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially addressed the controversy surrounding the handshake row during the Asia Cup 2025 clash between India and Pakistan. Following India’s 7-wicket victory, captain Suryakumar Yadav and his teammates did not exchange handshakes with Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha or the opposing team. This move sparked outrage from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), which lodged a formal complaint with the Asian

Indian chess star R Vaishali etched her name in history once again by successfully defending her Women’s Grand Swiss title, becoming the first player ever to achieve this feat. The Chennai-born Grandmaster secured the crown on September 15, 2025, after holding former Women’s World Champion Tan Zhongyi to a draw in the final round in China. This hard-fought result ensured her sole lead in the standings and confirmed her qualification for the prestig

India marked a golden chapter in sporting history at the 2025 Speed Skating World Championships held in Beidaihe, China. Anandkumar Velkumar, a 22-year-old sensation, captured India’s first-ever world title by storming to victory in the senior men’s 1000m sprint with a stunning time of 1:24.924. This triumph was not only a personal milestone but also a historic breakthrough for the nation in a sport long dominated by countries from Europe, Latin Am

Ohio State football fans now have a confirmed kickoff time for the Buckeyes’ first Big Ten matchup of the 2025 season. The No. 1 ranked Buckeyes will face Washington on September 27 in Seattle, with kickoff scheduled for 3:30 p.m. Eastern. The game marks the beginning of a historic chapter, as it will be the first Big Ten clash between Ohio State and Washington following the Huskies’ move to the conference in 2024. This upcoming game will be the 13th meeting between the

The Asia Cup 2025 has witnessed an off-field storm that shows no signs of calming down. India’s refusal to shake hands with Pakistan after their group stage clash in Dubai has escalated into a diplomatic cricketing controversy, with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi publicly blasting Team India for what he termed a clear lack of sportsmanship. The match, dominated by Suryakumar Yadav, Abhishek

The Asia Cup 2025 encounter between India and Pakistan has created waves not only for India’s dominant performance but also for the dramatic no handshake gesture that followed the game. After India’s victory, captain Suryakumar Yadav and his teammates avoided shaking hands with Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha and the rest of his side, an act that soon became the most talked-about topic in the cricketing world. Reports now confirm that this move wa

The Asia Cup 2025 witnessed unexpected drama off the field as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officially lodged a protest against India following the much-discussed no handshake controversy. The incident occurred during the India versus Pakistan group match, where Team India refused to engage in customary handshakes with their rivals, sparking widespread debate across the cricketing community. According to reports,

Ryan Crouser completed one of the most remarkable comebacks in athletics history as he secured a third consecutive world championship shot put gold medal at the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 2025. The American star, who had not competed all season due to an elbow injury, stunned the field with a winning throw of 22.34 metres. His incredible performance mirrored his three Olympic gold medals and underlined his status as one of the greatest shot putters of all time. Despite entering the c

Paige Bueckers’ remarkable first season in the WNBA has been officially recognized as the Dallas Wings guard was named the Associated Press Rookie of the Year. The announcement came Friday, marking another milestone in a season where the No. 1 pick delivered standout performances that placed her among the league’s top players. Bueckers didn’t just claim Rookie of the Year honors. She was also selected to the AP All-WNBA Second Team and unanimously chosen for the AP

Sachin Tendulkar, India’s cricketing legend, has firmly dismissed speculation linking him with the position of BCCI president. Tendulkar’s management issued a statement clarifying that no nomination or discussion has taken place regarding his involvement in the upcoming elections. The BCCI elections are scheduled for September 28 during the Annual General Meeting, where key roles including president, vice president, secretary, joint secretary, and

The highly anticipated launch of ticket sales for the upcoming World Cup has begun, offering soccer fans their first chance to secure seats for the tournament that will take place across North America next summer. The first wave of sales opened with a Visa presale at 11 a.m., giving cardholders priority access to select matches. Prices for group-stage tickets begin at $60, making some matches relatively affordable for fans. However, at the other end of the scale, tickets for the final match a