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India vs Singapore: Mohun Bagan compromise and tactical twists promise multiple layers

India’s AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers match against Singapore in Goa has multiple layers, from home team coach Khalid Jamil making a few compromises to a possible change in the Blue Tigers’ playing style.

'I feel like I have been in an inconsistent environment': Marcus Rashford takes a jibe at Ruben Amorim's Manchester United

Marcus Rashford opened up on his time at Manchester United, blaming constant changes and instability for affecting his performance.

Wrestler Aman Sehrawat requests WFI to reconsider ban on him, admits mistake

Paris Olympics bronze medallist Aman Sehrawat has appealed to the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) to reconsider his one-year ban for failing to make weight at the World Championships in Zagreb.

'Just ignore and move on': Pakistan hockey team receives special handshake instruction ahead of India clash

The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has reportedly advised its players to stay calm and avoid confrontations with India during their Sultan of Johor Cup clash. The move comes amid growing tensions after the Indian cricket team refused handshakes with Pakistan during the 2025 Asia Cup.

With India’s destiny on the line, Khalid Jamil demands fire: ‘Attack from the start, believe till the end’

Despite keeping his answers typically brief, Indian football team head coach Khalid Jamil delivered a passionate plea to his players ahead of the must-win clash against Singapore in the Asian Cup qualifiers. A message of belief and positivity that must echo in their ears during the game.

Will Novak Djokovic travel to Riyadh for 6 Kings Slam after struggling to compete in Shanghai Masters?

Novak Djokovic had struggled to compete at the Shanghai Masters recently, failing to win the ATP Masters 1000 event despite Carlos Alcaraz's absence and Jannik Sinner's early exit, suffering a semi-final exit at the hands of qualifier Valentin Vacherot.

Tearful family moment as World No 204 beats cousin to win historic Shanghai Masters title

Cousins Valentin Vacherot and Arthur Rinderknech broke down in tears after the Shanghai Masters final on Sunday. Vacherot, world No. 204, made history by winning the title after defeating his cousin 4-6, 6-3, 6-3.

Arshad Nadeem’s coach banned for life in Pakistan; here’s what really happened

Salman Iqbal, longtime coach of Pakistan javelin star Arshad Nadeem, has been banned for life by the Pakistan Amateur Athletics Federation. The decision comes amid controversy over Nadeem’s poor performance at World Championships.

AIFF adopts Supreme Court-approved constitution, two clauses kept pending for clarification

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has officially adopted its Supreme Court-approved constitution at a Special General Body Meeting, leaving out two key clauses.

Manchester United eye big summer signing to strengthen midfield with Rs 700 crore plan

Manchester United are reportedly planning a £60 million (Rs 700 crore) move to strengthen their midfield ahead of next season. The player in question has impressed in the Premier League and is also attracting interest from Liverpool, Chelsea, and Real Madrid.

Why Norway, home of world's best chess player Magnus Carlsen, is skipping the European Championships

Norway is missing from the 2025 European Team Chess Championships in Batumi despite being home to World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen. Here's why the Norwegian Chess Federation didn't send a team to Georgia.

Aryna Sabalenka narrowly avoids disqualification after losing her cool in Wuhan Open semi-final against Jessica Pegula

Aryna Sabalenka lost her cool after losing a crucial point in her Wuhan Open semi-final clash against Jessica Pegula on Saturday, throwing her racquet in frustration that nearly landed her in trouble.

Anand takes subtle jibe at Kasparov after defeat in 'Clutch Chess': 'Don’t have to hide my face when I return home'

Viswanathan Anand, however, was disappointed with his performance against former arch-rival Garry Kasparov in 'Clutch Chess: The Legends', the three-day event in St. Louis that ended in a 13-11 scoreline in favour of the Russian on Friday.

Novak Djokovic faces fresh reality check at Shanghai Masters as rumours of retirement rise again

After failing to catch up with Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz in the Grand Slams, Novak Djokovic couldn't keep up with qualifier Valentin Vacherot in the semi-finals of the Shanghai Masters, suffering a 6-3 6-4 loss against the player ranked outside the top-200.

Can India still qualify for 2027 AFC Asian Cup after 1-1 draw against Singapore? Scenarios explained

India are yet to collect a victory in the third round of the 2027 AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers after being held to a draw by Bangladesh and Singapore and suffering a narrow defeat against Hong Kong, with Khalid Jamil's men currently third in Group C with just 2 points.

'Importing horses from Argentina bred for polo has changed the sport in India’: Jaipur Polo team star Lance Watson

In an exclusive conversation with Firstpost, veteran South African player Lance Watson – one of the key members of the Jaipur Polo team – sheds light on various facets of the equestrian sport, his experience playing in India and more.

Simran Sharma faces risk of losing 2025 World Para-Athletics Championships medals, including gold; here’s why

Simran Sharma had won a second consecutive gold medal in the women's 100m T12 race along with her guide Umar Saifi at the 2025 World Para-Athletics Championships in New Delhi, in addition to a silver in 200m. The 25-year-old, however, faces the risk of losing both medals.

Anand haunted by 'ghosts of past', says Kasparov after winning 'Clutch Chess': 'His score against me historically is bad'

Garry Kasparov defeated former rival Viswanathan Anand comfortably to win 'Clutch Chess: The Legends', a $144,000 three-day event in St Louis, USA that pitted the two former world No 1s and world champions.

Federer's controversial take on courts favouring Sinner and Alcaraz rubbished by Cincinnati Open chief: 'Not even close'

Roger Federer had recently claimed that tournament organisers are deliberately producing slower courts in order to favour the playing styles of Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, the current top-two who have been dominating Grand Slams for the last two years.

NBA returns to Macau as league tests waters for a full-fledged China comeback

The NBA games in Macau come after a six-year absence from China amid controversy over comments supportive of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests in 2019."

Viswanathan Anand opens up on clock blunder during Clutch Chess battle against Garry Kasparov: ‘Completely forgot'

Viswanathan Anand had the advantage over fellow chess legend Garry Kasparov in Game 5 of their 'Clutch Chess: The Legends' showdown in St Louis, USA when the Indian GM failed to notice time running out on the clock.

When Chero Warriors meet APL: World No 1 Mathias Fullerton finds new inspiration in India’s archery heartland

For compound men’s world No 1 Mathias Fullerton, the India trip for the Archery Premier League has been profound in many ways — from learning about the dedication of Indian archers to discovering the legacy behind his team’s name, the Chero Archers.

Are Glazers leaving United? Are 'Red Devils' headed towards a Saudi takeover? All you need to know on possible takeover

Discussions surrounding the possibility of the Glazer Family selling their majority stake in Manchester United have gained traction in recent months, nearly a couple of years since the Jim Ratcliffe-led INEOS Group had acquired a minority stake in the English football giants.

Garry Kasparov points towards clock as Viswanathan Anand suffers unusual defeat during Clutch Chess showdown

The incident took place during the opening game of Day 2 of the highly-anticipated showdown between the former world No 1s and multiple-time world champions, in which Garry Kasparov ended up defeating Viswanathan Anand on the clock rather than through the board position.

'Just trying to stay alive': Novak Djokovic makes worrying statement after quarterfinal win in Shanghai Masters

Novak Djokovic survived extreme heat to reach his 80th Masters semifinal at the 2025 Shanghai Masters, defeating Zizou Bergs 6-3, 7-5 in quarterfinal.

Leander Paes, Mahesh Bhupathi and Sania Mirza bid big at Tennis Premier League Season 7 auction

The Tennis Premier League (TPL) Season 7 auction saw intense bidding in Mumbai as teams built their squads for the 2025 season.

'Very lucky': India fight back from 10 men to earn dramatic 1-1 draw in Singapore

India fought back to earn a dramatic 1-1 draw against Singapore in AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers. Rahim Ali scored a last-minute equaliser to keep the hopes alive for Blue Tigers. Here's how fans reacted to the match.

India vs Singapore Asian Qualifier Highlights: India draw match despite playing with one man down; IND 1-1 SGP

India vs Singapore Highlights: India snatched a dramatic late equaliser through Rahim Ali to finish 1-1 against Singapore. Despite going down to 10 men after Sandesh Jhingan’s red card, the Blue Tigers showed resilience and kept their AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualification hopes alive.

'This is not sustainable': Tennis faces a crisis as questions raised about gruelling global calendar

Tennis stars struggling at the Shanghai Masters and Wuhan Open have raised alarms about player welfare and the packed schedule. Several big names, including Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner, and Emma Raducanu, were seen struggling with the heat, with Sinner and Raducanu even forced to retire.

Karthikeyan Murali: Meet ‘Karthi Anna’ who helped R Vaishali bounce back at Grand Swiss

R Vaishali was set to skip the FIDE Grand Swiss 2025, but Karthikeyan Murali’s encouragement changed the game as she went on to win the tournament.