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Women’s World Cup: In a first, Pakistan bowl out India in ODI

Pakistan achieve milestone as they take on India at ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup

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Asia Cup 2025: Pakistan defeats Sri Lanka, and Nawaz and Talat preserve last-ditch hopes

Loss could have led to Green Shirts' elimination from the competition

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Diljit Dosanjh breaks silence on ‘Sardaar Ji 3’ ban

Singer says Pakistan vs India matches continued even after attack

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Miami Record Breaking Night

Bam Adebayo's performance was unforgettable as the Miami Heat beat the Washington Wizards by 150-129 at Miami. Adebayo, playing at the Kaseya Centre, scored a staggering 83 points. This was the second…

Five Iranian footballers 'in Australian safe house' after Asian Cup protest
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After protesting at the Asian Cup, five Iranian women footballers seek protection in Australia

After their participation at the AFC Women's Asian Cup, five players of the Iran Women's National Football Team are staying in Australia in a safe location. They chose to not sing…

Why Archer may hold key for England against 'fearsome' India
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Archer’s performance against India could determine England’s fate in the T20 World Cup Semi-final

The semi-final of the T20 World Cup in Mumbai is a huge challenge. Few challenges are more difficult than England's match against India at Wankhede Stadium. India is at home and in…

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Jamie George says modern rugby feels safer than ever

Jamie George, England's hooker, says that he feels much safer playing rugby professionally now than he did earlier in his life. He admitted, at 35 years old, that attitudes towards…

How Can Football Lawmakers Fix Corner Kick Chaos in the Premier League? Corner kicks in the Premier League have turned into wrestling matches. Players push, grab, and block each other before the ball even drops. Goals from set pieces are rising, but so is frustration. Managers, referees, and fans now question whether football’s lawmakers need to step in. Growing Frustration Over Grappling at Corners Recent matches have highlighted the issue. During a clash between Everton and Manchester United, several Everton players crowded goalkeeper Senne Lammens. Leny Yoro ended up inside the net after being pushed, while Harry Maguire also became involved in the chaos. Everton manager David Moyes criticized referees for failing to act. He argued officials avoid making tough calls in crowded penalty areas. Other coaches share similar concerns. Arsenal have earned a reputation for mastering blocking tactics at corners. Moyes even described them as the best at using these so called dark arts, though he admitted they do it effectively. In Arsenal’s recent game against Chelsea, players visibly held opponents during set pieces. Chelsea conceded twice from corners in that 2 to 1 defeat. Is the Premier League Threshold Too High? Statistics show the trend clearly. Around 27 percent of goals in the Premier League this season have come from set pieces. That is higher than Serie A, Bundesliga, La Liga, and Ligue 1. The league believes its foul threshold sits at the right level. Before the season began, coaches, captains, referees, and pundits supported the current approach. Officials only punish clear and obvious holding, sometimes with VAR support. Still, many fans see players grabbing shirts while VAR checks tight offsides. That contrast fuels anger online. Possible Law Changes on the Table Some former officials suggest rule adjustments. One idea would allow referees to award penalties once they blow the whistle for a corner, even if the ball has not yet entered play. This change could stop early grappling. Another proposal requires attackers to start outside the six yard box before the kick. That would reduce crowding around the goalkeeper and create more space. So far, International Football Association Board has not prioritized this issue in its recent meetings. Lawmakers may view the problem as part of the natural evolution of tactics rather than a crisis. Who Should Take Responsibility? Coaches design these routines. Players execute them. Referees enforce the rules. Each group plays a role. However, as tactics grow more aggressive, enforcement becomes harder. Sixteen players can squeeze into a small area during a single corner. Referees must track multiple holds at once. That task tests even experienced officials. If the game’s image continues to suffer, lawmakers may have little choice but to act. Until then, corner kick chaos looks set to remain part of the Premier League story.
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How Can Football Lawmakers Fix Corner Kick Chaos in the Premier League?

Corner kicks in the Premier League have turned into wrestling matches. Players push, grab, and block each other before the ball even drops. Goals from set pieces are rising, but…

Audi and Cadillac Enter F1: Same Goal, Different Paths Two major car brands are entering Formula 1 in 2026, each with the same ambition but very different approaches. Audi has taken over the Sauber team, while Cadillac, under General Motors, is building a team from scratch. Both see F1’s new hybrid engine rules as a perfect marketing platform for their road-car technologies. Audi: Transforming an Existing Team Audi’s strategy focuses on transforming Sauber into a competitive F1 team. The team has a mix of trackside and factory leadership. Jonathan Wheatley, formerly of Red Bull, manages operations at the track, while Mattia Binotto, ex-Ferrari, runs the technical and factory side. Audi also builds its own engine at Neuburg while improving Sauber’s Hinwil base in Switzerland. Despite early struggles from underinvestment, the team showed progress in 2025, with veteran driver Nico Hulkenberg achieving a podium at the British Grand Prix. Early tests suggest Audi sits in the midfield, competing with Haas, Alpine, and Racing Bulls, while slightly ahead of Williams. The team aims to compete for championships within five years. Cadillac: Building From Scratch Cadillac faced a different challenge. Starting fresh, they had to create an entire team while dealing with F1 politics and delays. Initially, Andretti Global tried to enter the sport, but the bid was rejected. After restructuring and strengthening GM’s role, the entry was approved. Team principal Graeme Lowdon leads the project, supported by technical director Nick Chester. The team operates across multiple locations: Silverstone in the UK, Warren, Michigan, and Charlotte, North Carolina. A new facility in Indiana will serve as the main manufacturing center. Unlike Audi, Cadillac relies on Ferrari customer engines until their own power unit arrives in 2029. The flat management structure and peer-to-peer communication model aim to handle the geographical challenges. Different Challenges, Same Ambition Audi focuses on transforming an existing team and integrating a new engine. Cadillac builds a team and culture from scratch, planning for the long-term with its own power unit. Audi is ready to compete in the midfield immediately, while Cadillac’s real performance will likely start once their engine program is complete. Both have ambitious goals, but they approach F1 from different angles. Key Takeaways Audi transforms Sauber with a strong technical and leadership team. Cadillac builds from zero with a flat, NASA-style management system. Both see F1’s hybrid rules as marketing for their road cars. Audi targets titles within five years; Cadillac has limitless ambitions.
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Audi and Cadillac Enter F1: Same Goal, Different Paths

Two major car brands are entering Formula 1 in 2026, each with the same ambition but very different approaches. Audi has taken over the Sauber team, while Cadillac, under General…

Prem relegation scrapped from 2026-27 season
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Premiership Rugby Relegation to be Scrapped in 2026-2027

The English top-flight rugby league is about to undergo a significant reset. The Rugby Football Union Council has backed the idea of ending traditional promotion and relegation in the season 2026-2027.…

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Man City’s Muslim players manage Ramadan during the Premier League season

While competing at the top level, muslim footballers in the Premier League observe Ramadan. Manchester City has several players fasting during this month. There was the possibility that a brief pause…

Chelsea and PSG to Face Real Madrid in the Last 16 of Champions League Premier League clubs have been thrown into some major clashes by the Champions League draw. Chelsea takes on the holders Paris Saint-Germain while Manchester City faces Real Madrid. The knockout round will not feature any English teams. This draw will see some intense European competition across the board. Chelsea Set for PSG Showdown The meeting between Chelsea and PSG brought back the memories of the FIFA Club World Cup Final from last year. In New Jersey, the Blues beat PSG 3 to 0. The stakes have been raised. David Barnard, Chelsea's Director of Football, admitted that the task will be difficult. He made it very clear, however, that his team is confident. The focus is on one game at a time, he said. PSG will be the defending champions. Chelsea has already proven that they are capable of competing at the top level. Man City and Real Madrid renew rivalry Manchester City and Real Madrid will again face off. It is the fifth consecutive season in which the two teams have met at the knockout stages. City beat Madrid in the December league stage. This win was a new chapter in their rivalry that has been intensifying since 2022. Hugo Viana, City's director for football, described this match as an event in and of itself. The margins could be even closer because both teams are familiar with each other. Arsenal, Newcastle United, Liverpool, and Tottenham learn their fate Arsenal, the Premier League's leaders, will play Bayer Leverkusen. This is a tough draw with one of Germany’s best sides. Newcastle United takes on Barcelona. Newcastle United will be hosting the first leg of this match at their home stadium, giving them an advantage. Liverpool meet Galatasaray. Liverpool's ambassador Ian Rush thinks the atmosphere at Anfield will be decisive in the second leg. Tottenham Hotspur will face Atletico Madrid on Saturday in a battle that promises to be tactical. Important Dates for Quarter-Final Clashes The matches will be played on the 10th and 11th of March. On 17 and 18 march, the return matches are scheduled. The quarter-finals will be held if both Newcastle and Tottenham advance. Chelsea and Liverpool may also meet in the quarter-finals. Finale will be held at Puskas Arena in Budapest on 30th May.
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Chelsea and PSG to Face Real Madrid in the Last 16 of Champions League

Premier League clubs have been thrown into some major clashes by the Champions League draw. Chelsea takes on the holders Paris Saint-Germain while Manchester City faces Real Madrid. The knockout round…

Chelsea and PSG to Face Real Madrid in the Last 16 of Champions League Premier League clubs have been thrown into some major clashes by the Champions League draw. Chelsea takes on the holders Paris Saint-Germain while Manchester City faces Real Madrid. The knockout round will not feature any English teams. This draw will see some intense European competition across the board. Chelsea Set for PSG Showdown The meeting between Chelsea and PSG brought back the memories of the FIFA Club World Cup Final from last year. In New Jersey, the Blues beat PSG 3 to 0. The stakes have been raised. David Barnard, Chelsea's Director of Football, admitted that the task will be difficult. He made it very clear, however, that his team is confident. The focus is on one game at a time, he said. PSG will be the defending champions. Chelsea has already proven that they are capable of competing at the top level. Man City and Real Madrid renew rivalry Manchester City and Real Madrid will again face off. It is the fifth consecutive season in which the two teams have met at the knockout stages. City beat Madrid in the December league stage. This win was a new chapter in their rivalry that has been intensifying since 2022. Hugo Viana, City's director for football, described this match as an event in and of itself. The margins could be even closer because both teams are familiar with each other. Arsenal, Newcastle United, Liverpool, and Tottenham learn their fate Arsenal, the Premier League's leaders, will play Bayer Leverkusen. This is a tough draw with one of Germany’s best sides. Newcastle United takes on Barcelona. Newcastle United will be hosting the first leg of this match at their home stadium, giving them an advantage. Liverpool meet Galatasaray. Liverpool's ambassador Ian Rush thinks the atmosphere at Anfield will be decisive in the second leg. Tottenham Hotspur will face Atletico Madrid on Saturday in a battle that promises to be tactical. Important Dates for Quarter-Final Clashes The matches will be played on the 10th and 11th of March. On 17 and 18 march, the return matches are scheduled. The quarter-finals will be held if both Newcastle and Tottenham advance. Chelsea and Liverpool may also meet in the quarter-finals. Finale will be held at Puskas Arena in Budapest on 30th May.
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Chelsea and PSG to Face Real Madrid in the Last 16 of Champions League

Premier League clubs have been thrown into some major clashes by the Champions League draw. Chelsea takes on the holders Paris Saint-Germain while Manchester City faces Real Madrid. The knockout round…

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