Brazil’s Neymar (AP Photo) Brazil hopes Neymar will be available anytime soon. FIFA World Cup A further blow came on Monday when the veteran forward underwent fresh tests on his injured right calf, casting further doubt over his long-awaited tournament debut.Since Brazil’s preparations began in Morristown, New Jersey, it was hoped the Santos star would…
India’s Neeraj Chopra (PTI photo) Indian Javelin Star Neeraj Chopra He will not take part in the upcoming meeting of the Doha Diamond League on June 19 as he recovers from a back injury sustained during training in Switzerland.The two-time Olympic medallist, who claimed gold at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 and silver at the…
Serena Williams with her doubles partner Victoria Mbuko. (AP Photo) Serena Williams’ return to professional tennis lasted just one match when her doubles campaign at Queen’s Club came to an abrupt end on Thursday due to an injury to her partner Victoria Mbuko.The 44-year-old American marked his return to form on Tuesday, returning to the…
Wataru Ando of Japan addresses fans before a training session before the World Cup soccer tournament Monday, June 8, 2026, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV) Japan captain Wataru Ando has pulled out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and announced his retirement from international football after failing to recover from a persistent foot…
Hardik Pandya (AFP Photo) New Delhi: Former Indian batsman… Suresh Raina It has emphasized the need to develop a reliable backup for India. Hardik Pandya Ahead of the next ODI World Cup, pointing to the all-rounder’s repeated fitness issues.“Hardik Pandya has had several injury setbacks, which is a concern. Until the next ODI World Cup,…
Hardik Pandya (PTI photo) New Delhi: Hardik Pandya The BCCI center of excellence suffered a fresh shock this week when a quadriceps strain ruled them out of the upcoming ODIs against Afghanistan. After a week of intensive training and match simulation drills, the all-rounder was set to return to the format from 2025, but a…
Lionel Messi (screen grab) Lionel Messi Resting any lingering concerns about his fitness on Tuesday, he marked his return from injury with a goal as Argentina beat Iceland 3-0 in their final warm-up match. FIFA World Cup 2026.The Argentina captain, who was ruled out on May 24 after suffering muscle fatigue and a minor left…
Germany’s Karl Lennart ruled out of FIFA World Cup 2026 (Image: X) Germany have been dealt a major blow ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with young midfield sensation Lennart Karl ruled out of the tournament with a serious thigh injury sustained in training. The 18-year-old Bayern Munich prodigy suffered a torn muscle bundle…
Spain have received a big boost ahead of the FIFA World Cup, with coach Luis de la Fuente expressing confidence that teenage star Lamine Yamal will be fit for the team’s opening match against Cape Verde on June 15.Yamal, who suffered a left hamstring injury while playing for Barcelona in April, will not feature in…
Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar (Photo: X) For nearly two decades, Royal Challengers Bengaluru carried a burden that seemed impossible to shake. Every season started with hope and ended with disappointment. ‘Esala Cup Namde’ became less of a buzzword and more of a reminder of just how exciting the IPL trophy can be.Then came…