Michael Harrington — Sports Editor The 2026 season of The Hundred begins this Tuesday at The Oval, marking the tournament’s first year of privatisation. As IPL-owned franchises MI London and Sunrisers Leeds prepare to face off, players report significant salary increases, with some professional female cricketers seeing earnings rise from £16,000 to £42,500. Privatisation and the Shift in Franchise Management … Read more
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final held in New Jersey, marking their second world title. The match concluded with on-field altercations between players, while riots erupted in Buenos Aires. Lionel Messi, playing in his final World Cup, was visibly emotional following the loss. Spain’s Victory and the Final Match Conflict … Read more
BCCI Dismisses Retirement Speculation The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially quashed rumors regarding the international retirement of Rohit Sharma. Speculation had intensified leading up to the third One-Day International (ODI) between India and England at Lord’s, with some media reports suggesting the match could be the final appearance for the … Read more
Manchester United are currently leading the race to sign French midfielder Manu Kone for £45 million, despite conflicting reports regarding whether a formal agreement is in place. While the club pursues Kone, they have also been offered a chance to sign Bradley Barcola, as the team prepares for a 2026/27 pre-season tour. Manu Kone Transfer … Read more
Arsenal is considering a shock free-agent move for former Manchester City defender John Stones to address a defensive crisis. The club is evaluating the 32-year-old as short-term cover for William Saliba, who faces a potential five-month layoff following a recurring back injury suffered during the World Cup. William Saliba’s Injury and the Search for Defensive … Read more
Spain claimed its second World Cup title on July 19, 2026, defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time at MetLife Stadium. The match, attended by U.S. President Donald Trump, drew significant social media attention following a controversial moment on the trophy presentation stage involving the President and FIFA officials. Spain’s Path to the 2026 World Cup … Read more
Thousands of supporters of India’s youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) gathered at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on Monday to march toward Parliament. Protesters are demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan following widespread exam paper leaks, marking a significant challenge to the government as the monsoon session of Parliament begins. The movement, which … Read more
Spain claimed the 2026 World Cup title with a 1-0 victory over Argentina at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19, 2026. The match, defined by a Ferran Torres extra-time goal, concluded with a controversial trophy ceremony where President Donald Trump lingered on stage, prompting FIFA officials to intervene. The 2026 World Cup final, … Read more
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has cast doubt on his future with the national team following a 0-1 defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. The match, held at the New York New Jersey Stadium, concluded with a goal from Spain’s Ferran Torres in extra time, preventing Argentina from defending the title … Read more
Tensions and Protocol: The 2026 World Cup Final Medal Ceremony Following Argentina’s 1-0 loss to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final on July 19, 2026, defender Cristian “Cuti” Romero was filmed passing U.S. President Donald Trump during the medal ceremony at MetLife Stadium without shaking his hand. The viral moment sparked widespread debate over … Read more