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Chelsea are willing to consider selling Enzo Fernandez to Manchester City if their valuation is met before the window shuts. His omission against Luton and Chelsea's search for midfield options have intensified focus on his future.

No formal talks have yet taken place between Chelsea and City

Fernandez missed the Luton cup win, fuelling fresh transfer speculation

Xabi Alonso said the midfielder stayed professional and trained well

Enzo Fernandez

Chelsea open to Enzo Fernandez sale as Manchester City maintain interest

Erling Haaland revealed a buzz cut on social media as Isabel Haugseng Johansen watched the transformation. The sharp change from his trademark long hair split fans and added fresh attention after his recent World Cup run.

He shared the transformation online with the caption, Short hair don't care

Johansen said she might cry before gasping as the first locks fell

She later covered her mouth, then told him the new style suited

Erling Haaland ditches his iconic long hair for a buzz cut and shocks fans

Barpeta Braves were crowned the inaugural champions of the Assam Premier League (APL) 2026 after defeating Guwahati Royals by five wickets in the final at the ACA Stadium in Barsapara on Sunday, August 23.

Barpeta Braves

Barpeta Braves win inaugural Assam Premier League title, beat Guwahati Royals by five wickets

Badminton World Federation (BWF) president Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul has praised India’s hosting of the BWF World Championships 2026 in New Delhi, describing the tournament as a successful showcase of organisation, facilities and international sporting standards.

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"Thank You India": BWF President praises India’s hosting of 2026 World Championships in Delhi

Guwahati is set to host the Indian Open badminton tournament in January 2028, with players from more than 60 countries expected to participate in the international event, Badminton Association of India (BAI) legal adviser Devajit Saikia said.

Guwahati to host Indian Open Badminton Tournament in January 2028

Arsenal open the 2026/27 Premier League season by launching their title defence as Coventry City, Hull City and Ipswich Town return to the top flight. The new campaign begins after a fiercely competitive year marked by late drama, fresh records and growing interest in India.

Nine Premier League clubs will play in Europe, matching the competition record

Last season saw 115 stoppage-time goals and 142 one-goal match margins

Sunderland finished seventh after promotion, while Bournemouth qualified for Europe

Premier League 2026/27: Arsenal's title defence, three returning clubs and more to watch

The August afternoon in Dambulla back in 2008 felt routine to everyone except the teenager stepping onto the field with a pristine cap tucked into his hands. Eighteen years later, that teenager has defined an era of international cricket.

His 183 against Pakistan set up India's then highest successful ODI chase

The Hobart 133 demolished Sri Lanka and secured a finals berth

Twin Adelaide hundreds in 2014 announced his intent as stand-in captain

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18 years of Virat Kohli: From a teenager in Dambulla to the king of the chase

With half the cycle behind them, the grace period is over. India are fifth in the WTC standings with a points percentage of 48.15% after nine Tests. They have nine more Tests left, against Sri Lanka, New Zealand and Australia. The destination is The Oval in London, where the 2027 WTC final will be played. The challenge for Gill's side is to make sure they are still in the race when they get there.

India sit fifth with 48.15% points after nine Tests in cycle

Gill has scored over 950 runs, including five hundreds and a double

A 2-2 draw in England showed promise, but inconsistency remains

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No safety nets: Can Gill recreate the Kohli-era magic in WTC 2027?

NorthEast United came from behind to beat Shillong Lajong 5-2 in a high-scoring Durand Cup quarter-final. Alaaeddine Ajaraie's hat-trick and a four-goal second half sent the Highlanders into the semi-finals.

Heavy rain tested both sides early, but visitors settled quicker in Shillong

Figo Syndai equalised before Jota's counter-attacking goal gave hosts half-time advantage

Etyan Jesus Gonzalez Morales levelled the tie in the 55th minute

NorthEast United complete comeback against Shillong Lajong to reach Durand Cup semi-finals

Tezpur Titans pulled off a sensational two wicket victory over Guwahati Royals in a high scoring thriller at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati on Saturday, chasing down 201 with just two balls to spare.

Sanjay Kumar Singh anchored Royals with an unbeaten 81 from 57 balls

Nipan Deka blasted 43 off 10, including 35 in the last over

Dibash Hazarika's 73 gave Titans belief after an early wicket

APL: Tezpur Titans pull off stunning chase after Guwahati Royals post 200

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‘Give them something to do’: Ranjit Bajaj backs Meghalaya’s Rs 8,000 grassroots football push

Former boxer Prichard Colon has died aged 33, nearly 11 years after suffering a severe brain injury in his bout against Terrel Williams. His death closes a long chapter of care and recovery after the fight ended his promising career.

His father announced the death in a Facebook post on August 13

Colon entered the 2015 fight unbeaten, with 16 wins and 13 knockouts

He complained of repeated rabbit punches, but the contest was allowed

Prichard Colon dies at 33, nearly 11 years after brain injury in controversial bout

Shillong Lajong drew 3-3 with Langsning after surrendering a two-goal lead in Shillong. The result sent Lajong into the Durand Cup quarter-finals as Group E winners.

Joao Vitor de Paula Morais struck twice inside four first-half minutes

Kyrmenskhem Mukhim and Wadajied Ryngkhlem sparked Langsning's spirited second-half comeback

Syed Ahmed's stoppage-time header rescued a point after Lajong's late lead

Shillong Lajong top Group E after 3-3 draw with Langsning in Durand Cup thriller

Assam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma felicitated Lovlina Borgohain in Dispur after her Commonwealth Games silver medal. He said her achievement would inspire young sportspersons in Assam and bring pride to the state.

The felicitation took place at Lok Sewa Bhawan in Dispur on Tuesday

Sarma praised her consistency and said her success made Assam proud

He said her journey could inspire youngsters to pursue competitive sports

Assam honours Lovlina Borgohain with Rs 30 lakh for Commonwealth Games silver

The Sports Ministry suspended the Table Tennis Federation of India after it missed its election deadline and failed to satisfy the show-cause notice. The Indian Olympic Association will now work with the ITTF on an interim system until the federation restores a compliant governance structure.

Federation missed the deadline to conduct its organisational elections on time

The ministry rejected TTFI's reply to a show-cause notice over delays

IOA and ITTF will oversee an ad-hoc arrangement during suspension

Sports Ministry suspends Table Tennis Federation of India over governance failures

Cristiano Ronaldo offered Lionel Messi public support after the death of Messi’s father, Jorge. The message underscored a personal moment beyond their long football rivalry.

Jorge Messi died in Rosario at 68 after a prolonged illness

Messi said he still could not accept his father was gone

He recalled Jorge urging him to play at the 2026 World Cup

“A huge hug to you”: Cristiano Ronaldo offers support to Messi after father Jorge’s death

Lionel Messi paid tribute to his father Jorge after his death, recalling their bond and shared World Cup hope. He said the loss has left him grieving deeply and unsure about how long he will keep playing.

Jorge Messi died in Rosario last Friday after a prolonged illness

Messi said his father urged him to play the 2026 World Cup

Argentina reached the final, where Messi finished with eight goals, four assists

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‘I don't know how to go on’: Lionel Messi opens up after father Jorge's death

Tripura

Asmita Dey returned to Agartala after winning India's first Commonwealth Games judo gold in the women's 48kg event. Her homecoming drew a strong response in Tripura and renewed focus on supporting young athletes.

Dey said winning a medal was one immediate target she had set

She beat Canada's Heidi Quach after the final went into Golden Score

The judoka credited years of hard work, discipline and consistency

‘My small goal has been fulfilled’: CWG judo gold medallist Asmita Dey returns to Tripura

Tiger Shroff has withdrawn from Mumbay FC's Durand Cup group match in Shillong after a last-minute work commitment. His absence comes as the side heads into its final Group E fixture after two heavy defeats.

The actor confirmed his withdrawal through a video on Mumbay FC's Instagram

He had earlier planned to travel for the August 11 Shillong fixture

Mumbay FC are chasing relief after two heavy 5-0 group-stage defeats

‘Would not be able to make it to Shillong’: Tiger Shroff pulls out of Durand Cup clash

Ashmita Chaliha beat China's Han Qianxi in three games to win the Korea Masters women's singles final. The comeback victory gave the Indian her first BWF World Tour title and a place among a select group of Indian winners.

Chaliha recovered after losing the opening game 14-21 against Han Qianxi

She built an 11-8 interval lead before sealing the second game

Han held a slim interval edge in the decider before momentum shifted

Ashmita Chaliha wins maiden BWF World Tour title at Korea Masters

Lionel Messi's father, Jorge Messi, has died at the age of 68 after a prolonged battle with illness, according to reports from Argentina. He passed away on Friday at around 10 pm local time at a clinic in Rosario, Messi's hometown, where he was undergoing treatment for a chronic illness.



Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi's father Jorge Messi dies at 68 after prolonged illness

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