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Defending champion Argentina wary of Qatar repeat against Algeria: Otamendi

16 Jun 2026 | 5:25 PM

Kansas City (United States), June 16 (UNI) Argentina defender Nicolas Otamendi cautioned that the reigning world champion cannot afford to repeat its Qatar 2022 nightmare when launching its title defense against Algeria, warning that "everyone is going to want to beat us." .

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Brown embraces whirlwind rise with Germany at World Cup

16 Jun 2026 | 5:21 PM

Berlin, June 16 (UNI) Germany left back Nathaniel Brown is still trying to process how quickly his life has changed.
After a rapid rise, the 22-year-old joined Eintracht Frankfurt and, days before his 23rd birthday on Tuesday, found himself in Germany's starting lineup for its 7-1 victory over Curacao in its opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Brown marked the occasion with a goal and an assured display, further enhancing his growing reputation. Off the field, speculation over his future has intensified.

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Neymar to become father again after Brazil striker shares gender reveal video

16 Jun 2026 | 5:17 PM

New York, June 16 (UNI) Neymar is yet to feature at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but the Brazilian footballer has shared some news away from the pitch.
The striker has announced he will become a father for a fifth time, in an update on social media, along with his pregnant partner Bruna Biancardi.
The pair discovered they were expecting a baby girl, posting footage of their gender reveal party on Instagram, according to olympics.com.

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IM Soham halts Iniyan's march at 360 ONE Global Chess Festival

16 Jun 2026 | 5:04 PM

Mumbai, June 16 (UNI) IM Soham Kamotra caused a flutter at the 360 ONE Global Chess Festival, displaying a strong defence to halt Iniyan Pa's winning streak in the sixth round of .

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From Gujarat to golf’s Grandest Stage, Manav Shah scripts history at US Open

16 Jun 2026 | 4:46 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (UNI) Manav Shah (whose origins are in Gujarat, India but who grew up and studied in the US) when steps onto the first tee at Shinnecock Hills for the U.S. Open on Thursday, it will be the culmination of a Major dream.

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Serena & Venus Williams team up for Wimbledon 2026 women's doubles with wildcard entry

16 Jun 2026 | 4:30 PM

London, June 16 (UNI) Serena and Venus Williams will team up to play in the Wimbledon 2026 women's doubles tournament after being awarded a wildcard entry by the SW19 organisers in London. .

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Senior Asian Fencing Championships: FAI announces powerhouse Indian Squad for historic event

16 Jun 2026 | 4:28 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (UNI) The Fencing Association of India (FAI) has officially announced the senior national squad set to represent the country at the upcoming 26th Senior Asian Fencing Championships scheduled at Delhi from June 19 to 24 following highly competitive national trials.

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Yathindra likens RSS ideology to Taliban mindset, sparks fresh row

16 Jun 2026 | 4:26 PM

Bengaluru, Jun 16 (UNI) A fresh political storm erupted in Karnataka on Tuesday after former MLA Yathindra Siddaramaiah compared the ideology of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) with the mindset of the Taliban, alleging that both seek to impose a uniform interpretation of religion and suppress diversity of belief.

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Indian boxers’ Commonwealth, Asian Games preparations begins

16 Jun 2026 | 4:22 PM

Prague, June 16 (UNI) Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain and Asian champion Preeti Pawar will spearhead a 12-member Indian contingent at the Grand Prix Usti nad Labem 2026 boxing tournament in Czechia from June 17 to 21.

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Smriti Mandhana named in TIME’s 100 most influential people in sports 2026

16 Jun 2026 | 4:16 PM

New York, June 16 (UNI) Indian women’s cricket team vice-captain Smriti Mandhana has been named in TIME magazine’s list of 100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026, released on Tuesday.
The 29-year-old Mandhana was the only Indian to feature in this year’s line-up, which celebrates the athletes, coaches, advocates and leaders shaping the sporting landscape worldwide.

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Football GOATs Messi & Ronaldo take centre stage for their last dance

16 Jun 2026 | 4:07 PM

Mumbai, June 16 (UNI) The rivalry between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo has defined an era of football.

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West Indies star Matthews claims top ranking, India bowlers Deepti & Shree Charani close in

16 Jun 2026 | 3:26 PM

Dubai, June 16 (UNI) A strong showing for the West Indies in their opening match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup has helped experienced captain Hayley Matthews overtake New Zealand counterpart Melie Kerr and regain her place at the top of the ICC Women's T20I All-Rounder Rankings.

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Ireland buoyed by shot at history in T20 World Cup duel

16 Jun 2026 | 3:17 PM

Southampton, June 16 (UNI) Ireland aren't shying away from what on paper might look like mission impossible.
They will face rivals England at Southampton in their upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup clash. And the group are looking to each their names in Irish cricketing folklore. Just ask bowler Arlene Kelly.

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New Zealand renew confidence before vital T20 World Cup clash against Sri Lanka

16 Jun 2026 | 3:07 PM

Southampton, June 16 (UNI) New Zealand have put their early tournament loss down to it being 'one of those nights' as they look to bounce back swiftly at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup in England and Wales.

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India seal semi-final spot in FIH Hockey Women's Nations Cup after 2-1 win over Japan

16 Jun 2026 | 2:57 PM

Auckland, June 16 (UNI) The Indian Women's Hockey Team defeated Japan 2-1 in their second Pool A match of the FIH Hockey Women's Nations Cup New Zealand 2026 on Tuesday at the North Harbour National Hockey Centre here to secure a spot in the semi-finals, having won both their pool games so far.

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