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Ahead of a crucial Manchester derby, United manager Erik Ten Hag has jumped to under-fire defender and captain Harry Maguire’s support. The Dutch manager said he believes in Maguire and expects him to turn his form around. “Of course, I have to coach him, I have to back him. But I back him because I … Read more

Former India wicket-keeper batter Saba Karim has weighed in on the Rishabh Pant-Dinesh Karthik debate for the number six spot. The 54-year-old doubts Pant will get a look in as Karthik seems to be the preferred option in that role. HIGHLIGHTS Saba Karim doubts Rishabh Pant will get a look in as India’s finisher Saba … Read more

Frances Tiafoe and Felix Auger-Aliassime came with memorable wins at the O2 Arena in London on Sunday as Team World ended Team Europe’s dominance in the Laver Cup. The two youngsters stepped up on the final day of Laver Cup 2022 as Team World won their maiden title in the 5th edition of the tournament. … Read more

Former World No. 1 Novak Djokovic said he is still waiting for clarity over whether he would be able to take part in the Australian Open in 2023. Djokovic was deported earlier this year from Australia a day ahead of the start of his title defence in Melbourne for being unvaccinated against Covid-19. Novak Djokovic … Read more

Legendary Roger Federer is likely to end his professional career after playing a doubles match for Team Europe in the highly-anticipated Laver Cup, starting September 23. Federer told Swiss media on Tuesday that he is unlikely to play singles in what will be his final tournament on the professional tour. Roger Federer, 41, announced his … Read more

Manchester City’s Kalvin Phillips will miss England’s Nations League games against Italy and Germany after picking up a reoccurring shoulder injury. This most recent injury may force the defensive midfielder out of England’s World Cup squad. Kalvin Phillips dealt injury blow, in doubt for upcoming World Cup (Reuters) HIGHLIGHTS Kalvin Phillips picks up reoccurring shoulder … Read more

Ruturaj Gaikwad struck a brilliant 108 off just 127 balls on day one of the third and final unofficial Test on Thursday against New Zealand A. However, the visitors bounced back to dismiss the Indian team for just 293 runs on Thursday. Gaikwad, who hasn’t played a lot of red-ball cricket in the past few … Read more

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has urged Virat Kohli to time his retirement right, adding that he hopes the star India player will go out on a high much like the way he began his career. Afridi said when Kohli is nearing the end of his celebrated career, he should go out in style. Virat … Read more

US Open 2022: Ons Jabeur fought hard to win her maiden grand slam, but that wasn’t the case as World No.1 Iga Swiatek defeated her 6-2, 7-6 (7-5) in the final at Arthur Ashe Stadium. I don’t like you very much right now: Jabeur lauds ‘deserving’ Swiatek for winning US Open. Courtesy: AP HIGHLIGHTS Ons … Read more

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman, Ramiz Raja, on Thursday, September 8, opened up on the controversy that erupted on Wednesday night during Pakistan’s Asia Cup 2022 match. Pakistan will share their frustration with ICC, says Ramiz Raja on PAK vs AFG controversy. Courtesy: AP HIGHLIGHTS Pakistan and Afghanistan faced each other on September 7 The … Read more