Paris Saint-Germain dominated Inter Miami 4-0 in the Club World Cup, reaching the quarter-finals. Despite Lionel Messi’s presence and the support of a large crowd, Miami’s aging stars couldn’t match PSG’s strength. Joao Neves scored twice, while an own goal and Achraf Hakimi’s strike sealed Miami’s fate. Messi’s frustration was evident, though he showed determination in the second half.
Harry Kane’s two goals propelled Bayern Munich to a 4-2 victory over Flamengo in the Club World Cup round of 16. Bayern quickly established a 2-0 lead, with an own goal and Kane’s initial strike. Flamengo fought back, but Kane’s second goal sealed Bayern’s advancement to the quarterfinals against Paris Saint-Germain.
Wimbledon 2025 marks the end of an era as line judges are permanently replaced by Electronic Line Calling (ELC), joining the US and Australian Opens. Once a signature sight with their sharp attire and stoic presence, line judges will now serve as “match assistants” and a shortened bunch will be on standby should the technology hit a snag.
Australian vice-captain Steve Smith has defended batting coach Michael Di Venuto against criticism from Ian Healy, who suggested a decline in batting performance since 2021. Smith dismissed Healy’s claims, emphasizing Di Venuto’s hard work and knowledge.
Team India celebrated the one-year anniversary of their 2024 T20 World Cup victory in Birmingham, taking a break from Test match preparations. A video shared by the BCCI captured the team cutting a cake and reminiscing about their unbeaten run to the title. The players, including Bumrah, Pant and Jadeja, shared light-hearted moments and laughter, celebrating the unforgettable triumph.
Rishabh Pant reflected on his journey, a year after India’s T20 World Cup victory, acknowledging his second chance at life following a severe accident. Despite a duck in the final against South Africa, Pant’s strategic pause in play, feigning knee pain, disrupted South Africa’s momentum, a move Rohit Sharma initially believed was genuine concern for Pant’s well-being.
In a recent match, the Indian women’s hockey team faced a defeat against China, with a final score of 2-3. This loss marks their eighth consecutive defeat in the FIH Pro League. Consequently, the team’s performance places them at the bottom, leading to their relegation. India will now participate in the FIH Nations Cup.
Sanjay Manjrekar urges KL Rahul to display consistent Test performances as he steps into a senior role after Virat Kohli’s and Rohit Sharma’s retirements. While the former India star is confident of Rishabh Pant he wants KL Rahul to step up and maintain his form that he showed in the 1st Test.
In a tragic incident in Firozpur, cricketer Harjeet Singh died on the field after hitting a six. He collapsed moments later, suffering a fatal heart attack. Despite immediate CPR efforts by teammates, he was declared dead at the scene. This incident follows a similar tragedy in Pune earlier this year, raising concerns about cardiac incidents among athletes.
Following India’s defeat to England, Sanjay Manjrekar critiqued Shubman Gill’s captaincy, suggesting he was overly defensive despite favourable conditions. Manjrekar contrasted Gill’s approach with Virat Kohli’s aggressive style. He lauded Rishabh Pant’s form but cautioned KL Rahul against inconsistency. India, trailing 0-1, faces England in the second Test at Edgbaston.