Two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu and 17-year-old Tanvi Sharma have secured their spots in the Australian Badminton Open women's singles quarterfinals. Sindhu overcame compatriot Isharani Baruah, while Sharma defeated Malvika Bansod, setting up challenging next-round encounters.

Afghanistan A clinched a four-run DLS victory against India A in a rain-interrupted 'A' Teams Tri-series clash. Despite India A posting a formidable 349, captain Imran Mir and Bahir Shah's unbeaten century stand ensured Afghanistan A was ahead of the revised target when play was called off due to persistent showers, securing a significant win.

Bangladesh T20 captain Litton Das has spoken publicly about his team's absence from the T20 World Cup 2026, saying players were willing to participate despite safety concerns raised by cricket administrators. His remarks have reignited debate over the decision that kept Bangladesh out of the tournament.

Former Arsenal and Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 35. The 81-cap Wales international, who played for Arsenal, Juventus, Rangers, and Nice, cited persistent injuries as the main reason. Ramsey made 262 appearances for Arsenal, winning three FA Cups. He expressed gratitude to fans, clubs, and family in an emotional statement. His retirement marks the end of a distinguished 17-year career.

Rajasthan Royals reserved Rs 10 crore specifically for 14-year-old batting sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi. The franchise assembled a group of 6-foot-tall pacers bowling at 157 kph to test the youngster’s skills in the nets. The move shows RR’s serious intent to nurture the young talent. Suryavanshi impressed during trials, and the high-quality bowling attack was arranged to prepare him for the rigours of professional cricket. The story highlights RR’s focus on long-term talent development.

The venues for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2026-27 series between India and Australia have been announced as Eden Gardens in Kolkata and Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The BCCI confirmed the two iconic venues will host the Test matches. Kolkata will host the first Test, while Mumbai will host the second. The series is expected to be a high-profile contest, with both teams aiming to claim the trophy. The announcement has generated excitement among cricket fans across the country.

Shane Warne’s family is set to earn approximately Rs 450–460 crore from the sale of Rajasthan Royals to a US-based consortium. Warne had negotiated a 0.75% ownership stake for every season he played with the franchise. He played four seasons (2008–2011), accumulating a 3% stake. The Royals were sold for USD 1.63 billion (approximately INR 15,290 crore). Warne’s family can sell the stake after the 2026 IPL edition, subject to BCCI approval. The deal highlights Warne’s foresight in his 2008 contract.

Sourav Ganguly has finally addressed the long-standing debate on who is India’s greatest Test captain — himself or MS Dhoni. In a recent interview, Ganguly gave a diplomatic yet clear answer, praising Dhoni’s leadership in white-ball cricket while highlighting his own contributions in reviving Test cricket in India. Ganguly said both had different eras and challenges, but he gave Dhoni the edge in certain aspects. The comment has sparked fresh discussion among cricket fans.

England opener Ben Duckett has withdrawn from his IPL 2026 contract with Rajasthan Royals. The decision comes amid England’s busy international schedule and personal reasons. Duckett was set to play for Rajasthan Royals but has now pulled out, triggering a breach of contract clause. The IPL Governing Council and Rajasthan Royals are expected to impose strict punishment, which may include a ban or heavy fine. This is the latest in a series of player withdrawals affecting the 2026 season.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has been sold to an Aditya Birla Group-led consortium for a record ₹14,000 crore, making it the most expensive IPL franchise ever. The deal values RCB at approximately ₹10,000 crore base plus additional considerations. The new owners include UltraTech Cement and other Birla entities. This is the highest valuation for any IPL team to date, surpassing previous records. The sale marks a major shift for the franchise, which has never won the IPL title despite strong fan support.