India A include Badoni for Rising Stars Asia Cup after Patidar opts out:Rajat Patidar opts out of the Rising Stars Asia Cup due to injury management. Ayush Badoni replaces him in the India A squad, while Rinku Singh is appointed vice-captain for the tournament in Doha.
IN THE BOTTOM THREE & IN THE DARK: Man Utd go into their clash with Aston Villa this afternoon sitting in the relegation as Michael Carrick remains unsure about whether he'll be in charge beyond Sunday's game:Manchester United boss Michael Carrick's position is under threat with the club near the relegation zone. He has received no assurances about his future ahead of a crucial match against Aston Villa.
Paul Merson says Arsenal star has been 'like a new signing' after Hull win:Arsenal beat Hull 1-0 with captain Martin Odegaard scoring a 72nd-minute rebound. The win puts the Gunners six points clear at the top after Manchester City lost.
Kai Havertz's offside problem: Arsenal star has been caught astray FIFTEEN times already this season - and even Mikel Arteta admits striker must address his issue - as imperious defence bails champions out again:Kai Havertz leads the Premier League with 15 offsides, a problem Arteta admits must improve. Arsenal edged Hull City 1-0, their fifth such win this season, despite wasteful finishing and defensive resilience from the visitors.
Kusal Mendis: 'I have no doubt in my batting line-up':New captain Kusal Mendis backs Sri Lanka's experienced batting lineup to handle Pakistan's pace-friendly pitch in the first Test, drawing confidence from their recent performance in England.
WHO SHOULD IRAOLA START IN MIDFIELD? + DOES SZOBOSZLAI DESERVE PATIENCE? Liverpool Fan Debate & News:Fans debate Szoboszlai's poor form and whether he deserves patience. Manager Iraola faces a midfield selection dilemma ahead of Liverpool's next crucial fixture.
VUSKOVIC LINKED WITH HUGE MOVE! DIOUF CONTACT + MILAN DEFENDER LINK! Liverpool Latest Transfer News:Liverpool are linked with Hajduk Split's teenage defender Vuskovic and have contacted Lens' Diouf. Milan defender also rumored as Klopp seeks defensive reinforcements.
These Players Are FIGHTING For Their Liverpool Futures:Several Liverpool players are under scrutiny as the club evaluates their long-term roles. Decisions on contracts and potential transfers will shape the squad for next season.
Hamilton ODI: more wet weather, more uncertainty around the pitch:Groundsman Karl Johnson races against wet weather to prepare a consistent pitch for the third ODI. Unseasonal rain has disrupted preparations, forcing early work and raising concerns about match-day conditions.
Tilak, Jurel, Prasidh dazzle for India A in Lincoln:India A declared at 464/5, with Tilak Varma (81*) and Dhruv Jurel (50) starring. Prasidh Krishna then took 2-12, reducing NZ A to 36/2, trailing by 428 runs on Day 2 in Lincoln.
Khawaja: Made promise to Warner I'd say the truth:Usman Khawaja reveals he promised David Warner he'd expose the 2018 ball-tampering truth. He says the team, not just three players, should share blame, and details two previous failed attempts to go public.
King's 61 gives West Indies solid start on fourth morning:West Indies, 128/2 at lunch, lead Bangladesh by 98 runs. Brandon King scored 61 before falling to Mehidy Hasan Miraz. Kavem Hodge is unbeaten on 30, with the match finely poised heading into the final sessions.
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi wins 2026 MLS Golden Boot presented by Audi:Lionel Messi wins his second straight MLS Golden Boot, scoring 26 goals for Inter Miami. He also led the league with 43 total goal contributions, becoming the first player to win consecutive scoring titles.
Bancroft 'keen to move on' as ball tampering returns to the headlines:Usman Khawaja's new book claims Cameron Bancroft volunteered to use sandpaper in the 2018 ball-tampering scandal. Bancroft's WA coach says he wants to 'move on' amid the renewed controversy.
Maresca demands 'balance' after Man City's third straight league defeat:Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca calls for tactical balance after his team suffers a third consecutive Premier League defeat, raising concerns over their form and title defense.