ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — The Ultimate Fighting Championship returns to the Etihad Arena this Saturday for UFC 321, an event stacked with high-stakes matchups and two championship bouts that promise to shape the landscape of multiple divisions. Headlining the card is a clash for the undisputed heavyweight title as Britain’s Tom Aspinall defends his crown against France’s Ciryl Gane. In the co-main event, strawweights Virna Jandiroba and Mackenzie Dern will compete for the vacant

In a dramatic twist following India’s victory in the Asia Cup 2025, Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Mohsin Naqvi has finally congratulated Team India but not without controversy. Despite India's win, the trophy remains in Naqvi's Dubai office, with the ACC president refusing to hand it over unless the BCCI organizes an official presentation ceremony in Dubai. This condition has been met with resistance from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), which had earlier wr

India is on the verge of achieving another milestone in its growing sports journey, as the Executive Board of Commonwealth Sport has recommended Ahmedabad to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, marking the centenary edition of the event. This recommendation is not a coincidence but the result of India’s steady and strategic efforts over the past decade to become a global sporting hub. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has significantly strengthened its posi

The United States has warned that steep tariffs could soon be imposed on China if Beijing proceeds with its newly announced restrictions on rare earth exports, heightening concerns of another trade confrontation between the two largest economies in the world. U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said Tuesday that the decision now rests largely on China’s next actions, suggesting that the situation remains fluid in the run-up to a crucial diplomatic meeting later this month. Pr

Pakistan cricket has plunged into fresh controversy after former captain Shahid Afridi publicly urged Mohsin Naqvi to step down as chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Afridi’s call comes in the aftermath of the Asia Cup, which was marred by chaos both on and off the field. He argued that Naqvi, who also holds the position of Pakistan’s Interior Minister and serves as president of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), is unable to devote the ne

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