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FIFA World Cup 2026: Mexico beat South Africa to kick off World Cup

Sithole seemed particularly affected, being caught in possession trying to play out of the back for Quinones' opening goal.

12 June,2026 08:54 AM IST | Mexico City | AFP
Cricket

As the 10th edition of the Women’s T20 World Cup begins in England & Wales today, mid-day does a SWOT analysis to understand Team India’s prospects of winning silverware

12 June,2026 09:17 AM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent
Cricket

Kulkarni wants Harmanpreet Kaur & Co to recall their ODI World Cup triumph last November. 

12 June,2026 09:00 AM IST | Mumbai | Subodh Mayure
Cricket

Hussain believes the combination of the two has already become unstoppable and Indian cricket stands to benefit in the longer run.

12 June,2026 09:03 AM IST | Mumbai | PTI
Cricket

India's run started with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, hammering a 22-ball 44 that contained nine fours.

12 June,2026 09:05 AM IST | Dambulla: | PTI
Football

“I’ve tried to tell guys that this is a once-in-a-career opportunity. With that comes more expectation, extra pressure, but at the same time, we have to enjoy it,” he added.

12 June,2026 09:15 AM IST | Los Angeles | Agencies
Football

After lacklustre show during 1-0 win over NZ last week, England head coach Thomas Tuchel happy with team’s high work rate in 3-0 rout of Costa Rica

12 June,2026 09:24 AM IST | New York | Agencies
Football

The 48-year-old raised his profile in the United States after spending five seasons with New York Red Bulls in Major League Soccer until 2014.

12 June,2026 09:28 AM IST | New York | AFP
Football

"All these renovations are like putting makeup on the city, because the infrastructure they could actually invest in just isn't there."

12 June,2026 12:23 PM IST | Mexico City | AP | PTI
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"I would hope the players would welcome it. It's a significant amount of money," All England Club chair Deborah Jevans said at a press conference.

12 June,2026 09:33 AM IST | London | AP | PTI
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Elsewhere, Tanvi Sharma registered a convincing 21-13, 21-15 win over senior compatriot Malvika Bansod in another all-Indian contest.

12 June,2026 09:35 AM IST | Sydney | IANS
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On Wednesday, the compound men's and women's teams also ended their campaign with the new selection policy coming under the spotlight.

12 June,2026 09:39 AM IST | Antalya | PTI
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The Mumbai lad finished with 78 points, well ahead of Zidaan Anees (72 points) and Ayansh Patil (72).

12 June,2026 09:42 AM IST | Coimbatore | Agencies
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The final score of 107-106 means the Knicks now enjoy a 3-1 lead and are just one win away from a famous series victory in the seven-game tie.

12 June,2026 09:43 AM IST | New York | Agencies

New Zealand's Kane Williamson announces retirement from international cricket

Kane Williamson represented New Zealand in 110 Test matches, in which he scored 9515 runs. He also smashed 33 tons and 38 half-centuries

12 June,2026 07:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Pakistan would be most worried about Smriti Mandhana: Nasser Hussain

The cricket fans will be excited to witness the high-voltage game between arch-rivals, India and Pakistan. The mega clash is scheduled to be played on June 14 at the same venue

12 June,2026 07:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Irfan explains Kohli, Rohit's importance in Indian squad for ODI World Cup 2027

Former Team India cricketer Irfan Pathan explained the importance of having Rohit and Kohli in India's squad for the global tournament

12 June,2026 05:34 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Tri Nation A Series: Ruturaj smashes glorious ton in match against Sri Lanka A

Ruturaj Gaikwad smashed a glorious century. Having faced 114 balls, the right-handed batsman garnered 101 runs, studded with six boundaries and three maximums. His century came after a lean patch during the concluded IPL 2026

12 June,2026 03:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Sooryavanshi will be a bigger player than Sachin and Kohli combined: Dale Steyn

South African bowling great Dale Steyn believes young sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could eclipse Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli during his career

12 June,2026 03:37 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

T20 Mumbai League: Skipper Dube powers ARCS Andheri into final

Batting first, ATMWS posted 150-7. In reply, Dube pulled mightily for sixes to remain unbeaten on 45 off 26 balls (1x4, 5x6) as AA defeated Aakash Tigers Mumbai Western Suburbs (ATMWS) by five wickets with nine deliveries to spare in the first semi-final on Thursday and storm into Saturday’s final.

12 June,2026 01:30 PM IST | Mumbai | G Krishnan

    Father’s Day 2025: Rohit Sharma opens up on his father’s sacrifices

    Team India captain Rohit Sharma opened up about his emotional journey to cricketing success, crediting his parents—especially his father—for the sacrifices they made to help him reach the top. Speaking from the heart, Rohit recalled the intense years of grinding through Under-19 cricket, Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy, and Irani Trophy before finally making it to the Indian team. He shared how his father stood by him through every struggle, watching closely as his career unfolded. Interestingly, Rohit revealed that while his world record 264 in ODI cricket barely got a reaction from his father, it was his red-ball cricket achievements that truly made his father proud

    14 June,2025 07:10 PM

    What the FIFA World Cup's new 'Ref Cams' are really used for

    Linked to his microphone system, the prominent over-ear device gave the Brazilian referee Wilton Sampaio a sci-fi look. The equipment is a wireless referee communication system, known as 'Referee camera' or ref cam.

    12 June,2026 11:46 AM IST | Mexico City | IANS

    Brazil's 1970 FIFA World Cup winner Brito passes away at 86

    He spent eight years (from 1964 to 1972) wearing the yellow jersey, during which he played 61 games, with 45 wins, 11 draws, and five losses.

    12 June,2026 10:17 AM IST | Brasilia | IANS

    FIFA World Cup 2026: South Korea defeat Czechs to make strong World Cup start

    Until the 80th-minute mark it seemed that the Czechs would punish the Koreans' wastefulness, but substitute Oh Hyeon-gyu scored the decisive goal in a Guadalajara stadium that was far from full.

    12 June,2026 09:54 AM IST | Guadalajara, Mexico | AFP

    FIFA World Cup 2026: Shakira’s song hits a century!

    Colombian singer’s official 2026 FIFA World Cup track ‘Dai Dai’ crosses 100 million views long before kick-off

    12 June,2026 09:45 AM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent

    Riyan Parag undergoes shoulder surgery; set for recovery ahead of return

    Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag has successfully completed surgery on his right shoulder after managing fitness issues through IPL 2026.

    11 June,2026 07:24 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Gianni Infantino defends surging World Cup ticket prices ahead of kickoff

    FIFA World Cup 2026: FIFA chief Gianni Infantino pushed back against backlash over record-high World Cup ticket costs, visa issues, and ongoing state legal investigations.

    11 June,2026 06:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Tributes pour in as shooting icon Jaspal Rana passes away at 49

    Tributes poured in from across the country after India's shooting legend Jaspal Rana passed away on Thursday night at the age of 49. Rana won 15 medals for India at the Commonwealth Games, including 9 gold medals

    12 June,2026 12:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Indian shooting legend and Manu Bhaker’s coach Jaspal Rana dies at 49

    Indian shooting coach and former Asian Games gold medallist Jaspal Rana passed away on Friday at the age of 49. Rana guided Manu Bhaker to her historic double-bronze-medal victory at the Paris Olympics

    12 June,2026 11:51 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Is Flavio Cobolli joining Italy’s football team?

    “Put him on the Italian football team, may be they’ll qualify next time,” one fan wrote on social media in reference to Italy’s failure to qualify for their third straight FIFA World Cup

    11 June,2026 09:24 AM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent

    Serena Williams victorious in professional tennis return at Queen's Club

    Tennis legend Serena Williams made a victorious return after a four-year absence, winning her opening doubles match alongside teenager Victoria Mboko at Queen's Club.

    10 June,2026 07:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Roger Federer misses his New York city's fans!

    “I’ve missed being part of that atmosphere and feeling the incredible energy that the fans bring every year,” Federer, 44, said on Tuesday.

    10 June,2026 09:29 AM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent

    Chirag Shetty's abs-olutely fit!

    Shetty, 28, Instagrammed this shirtless selfie, highlighting his stunning six-pack abs, to his 2.56 lakh followers

    10 June,2026 09:26 AM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent