WORLDS CHAMPIONSHIP KNOCKOUT
Soccer: Finally, a Euro Cup for a whole continent
The first week of Euro 2024, though, has suggested not only that the gap can be closed — even if only by a little — but that doing so is in the interests of both this tournament and European soccer as a whole. The European Championship is better when it feels like it is truly representative of the continent, when those emissaries of soccer’s other world have come in from the cold.
Euro 2024: Schedule, groups and all you need to know about the European Championship
The quadrennial tournament begins on Friday night in Germany with six groups of four teams, with each team playing the other three in their group once. The top two teams in each group, as well as the four best-performing third-place teams, will advance to the round of 16, with the finals on July 14.
Rahul Dravid says T20 World Cup will be his last as India head coach
Rahul Dravid confirmed that the T20 World Cup will be his last tournament as head coach of the Indian cricket team, stating that he enjoyed every bit of his coaching tenure.
Club World Cup: Why FIFA is facing pushback over US-staged tournament
FIFA faces criticism over the Club World Cup expansion in the US, with concerns about player welfare and rights. FIFPRO and World Leagues Association demand rescheduling, highlighting mental fatigue and injury risks, as FIFA plans a 32-team Club World Cup to challenge established competitions.
Kylian Mbappe, PSG and the dangers of a loveless marriage
Kylian Mbappé's decision to leave Paris St.-Germain confirms the transactional and loveless relationship. Influenced by Real Madrid, Emmanuel Macron, Nasser al-Khelaifi, Champions League, French championships, Qatar, Premier League, and Bayern Munich. The Champions League, Thomas Tuchel, and the Bundesliga also play a role.
India stun China 3-2 in BATC women's competition with Sindhu making winning return
India defeated China 3-2 in the women's Badminton Asia Team Championships, with two-time Olympic-medallist P V Sindhu leading the way. Sindhu, who was absent due to a knee injury, beat Han Yue 21-17 21-15 in 40 minutes, giving India a 1-0 lead in the tie. India trailed 1-2 after three matches, but Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand beat the Chinese duo in one hour and nine minutes. Anmol Kharb won the deciding match, securing India's win
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2024 is going to be one of the busiest sports years in a long time. Here's a month-by-month low-down
In 2024, the sports calendar promises an extraordinary year with major events like the Men’s and Women’s T20 World Cups, Euros, Olympics, and Paralympics. From the excitement of cricket series to the anticipation of the Paris 2024 Olympics, sports enthusiasts can look forward to a thrilling and action-packed year ahead.
Why Team India look 'timid' in Finals? This could be the real reason and it's not related to cricket
The defeat raises a pressing question: is India developing a reputation as cricket's new "chokers," a term previously associated with South Africa in the 1990s and 2000s? South Africa always had a brilliant cricket team — starting from the Hansie Cronje-Bob Woolmer era all the way to AB de Villiers’ flamboyant side — but didn’t manage to win the important matches that really mattered.
Google Doodle captures the excitement of World Cup Final between India-Australia in Ahmedabad
As the global cricketing community turns its focus to the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, the Doodle serves as a vibrant beacon, inviting fans worldwide to partake in the exhilarating and historic moments of this epic showdown.
Resurgent Australia stand between unblemished India and World Cup glory
Favourites India comprehensively beat number two-ranked Australia in their tournament opener and then strung together 10 wins in a row to storm into the final of their home World Cup with an unblemished record. Australia, by contrast, began with two defeats before going on an eight-match winning streak.
India vs New Zealand: Cricket-India juggernaut faces familiar New Zealand hurdle in World Cup semis
World Cup: India vs New Zealand: Unbeaten in the tournament, India aims for their first World Cup final since 2011 but faces New Zealand, a historical nemesis in major events. Despite a stellar run, India recalls past setbacks against the Kiwis in 2019 and the World Test Championship final.
League of Legends World Championship 2023: Check time, matches and other details here
The final knockout session of League of Legends World Championship 2023 has started. The grand finale is scheduled for November 19 while semi finale will take on November 11 and 12. You can watch it live on Youtube and Twitch.
Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk world title fight update: Fury’s promoter reveals new date for world heavyweight championship; Details here
Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk world heavyweight championship date is postponed, Tyson Fury’s promoter Frank Warren confirmed.
MMA fight: Video of 50-year-old woman knocking out son's ex-girlfriend in Poland goes viral
A recent MMA bout in Poland has taken an astonishing turn, as it featured a clash between a 50-year-old woman and a teenager, sparking a viral sensation on social media. The innovative match was arranged by Clout MMA, a Polish MMA event organizer, and brought 50-year-old Gosia Magical face-to-face with 19-year-old Nikita.
Who's taking the cup home?
The 21-year-old has three goals and three assists in this World Cup and apologized to her teammates for the split-second play on field that forced England to push its way through the tournament without the Chelsea midfielder. Spain, meanwhile, has defied expectations in the World Cup by reaching the final despite a near-mutiny by players last fall. Spain saw 15 players quit the national team citing mental health concerns.
Building on Barcelona's success, Spain is playing its first Women's World Cup final against England
If those precise passes that untangle defenses and the attacks coming from all angles by first-time Women's World Cup finalist Spain look familiar, there is good reason. The Spanish squad is built on a core of Barcelona players who have triumphed with their club and are now one step from the ultimate prize when they face England on Sunday in Sydney.
Google Doodle marks FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023. See details
Google Doodle celebrates FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023. Unveiled during quarter-finals, it's the ninth edition hosted by Australia and New Zealand. Google acknowledged the event's significance.
2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup: Semi-final schedule, where to watch, live streaming and TV channel details; All you need to know
The Australia and New Zealand 2023 tournament has reached its last four teams. Here's a comprehensive overview of what you should know about the upcoming semi-finals.
Argentina vs Sweden 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup live streaming: Check kick off date, time, where to watch, head-to-head & key members
In the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, While Sweden has already secured a spot in the knockout stages of the tournament, Argentina is currently at the bottom of Group G with only one point.
2023 UEFA European Under-21 Championship: Schedule, where to watch and everything you need to know
Three nations will qualify for the Paris 2024 Games at 2023 UEFA European Under-21 Championship, which is set to begin on June 21. From full schedule to how to watch, here’s all you need to know about the Olympic qualifier.
Will have to think and plan differently: Rohit Sharma after another ICC failure
India's last World Cup win came at home 12 years ago and as the ODI showpiece returns to the country, the pressure to win will be immense.
Najam Sethi to ICC bosses: Pakistan don't want to play in Ahmedabad unless they are in WC final
The PCB official also informed that Sethi has asked ICC officials to convince BCCI to accept Pakistan's Hybrid Model for Asia Cup, which is unlikely to see the light of the day. He also confirmed that Sethi had also insisted that it would not accept the new revenue sharing model unless its share was increased in the new five year cycle.
Saina Nehwal among shuttlers to skip BAC 2023 trials
Two-time Commonwealth Games champion Saina Nehwal is among shuttlers who will be skipping the national badminton trials for the Asian Mixed Team Championships, to be held in Dubai from February 14 to 19.
Chris Billam-Smith considering achieving world title at Bournemouth after knockout victory
The text highlights Chris Billiam-Smith's interest in achieving the world title at the Bournemouth ground.
Ronaldo looks to shine like Mbappe, Messi at World Cup
At a World Cup where Kylian Mbappe is the top scorer and Lionel Messi has been thrilling fans with his goals and dribbles, the narrative around one of the other superstars in Qatar has been less smooth.
Big day at World Cup looms for France, Poland goalkeepers
Both get a stage to shine at Al Thumama Stadium trying to deny two of the most feared forwards in Qatar - Kylian Mbappe and two-time FIFA player of the year Robert Lewandowski. "The key to stopping Mbappe? It's me," Szczesny quipped when Poland's place in the knockout bracket was confirmed.
Former longtime featherweight champion Jose Aldo retires from UFC at 36
On Sunday, Jose Aldo's team announced the retirement of the former longtime featherweight champion from the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). After a legendary run, the former champion retired at the age of 36. Aldo had a stunning and inspiring career in the UFC.
India steamroll Sri Lanka 5-0, qualify for knockouts in mixed team badminton
The former world number 19 pair looked rusty initially before getting past Sachin Dias and Thilini Hendahewa 21-14 21-9 to put India 1-0 ahead. Akarshi Kashyap, who had made it to the team after topping the selection trials in April, went past Vidara Suhasni Vidanage 21-3 21-9 in the women's singles to hand India an unassailable 3-0 lead.
Thomas and Uber Cup: Indian men's team qualifies for knock-out round
World Championships silver medallist Kidambi Srikanth fought back from a game down to beat Brian Yang 20-22 21-11 21-15 in 52 minutes to give India the lead.
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