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Headbutts boxer to get disqualified

Headbutts boxer to get disqualified

Success stories and tales of hardship are part of sport. The most extraordinary story at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games involved neither. Instead, it involved a headbutt, an angry tirade and a surname that still divides a nation. In the quarterfinal of men’s 90+ kg boxing, Ugandan boxer Aziz Abdul was disqualified for headbutting his opponent, England’s Damar Thomas. As if Zinedine Zidane had descended at the SEC Centre. Then came the outburst. “I’m a black African, I know. It’s God’s plan,” Aziz declared. Then alleged, “There was a lot of b******t. Holding, elbowing. When other countries do this, they are disqualified. They decided the winner before the fight.” When a Press Association reporter attempted a question, Aziz cut him off. “Not you. I don’t like you.” His explanation was startling: the journalist had written unfavourably about his grandfather. The report in question stated his grandfather had killed half a million people. The grandfather being Idi Amin: A former Ugandan dictator in the 1970s. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿England’s Damar Thomas gets his Commonwealth Games campaign underway with a DQ …

Steve Smith blasts century as Washington Freedom record highest-ever T20 chase in MLC Eliminator

Steve Smith blasts century as Washington Freedom record highest-ever T20 chase in MLC Eliminator

2 min readUpdated: Jul 16, 2026 11:09 AM IST Australian superstar Steve Smith powered Washington Freedom in a record-breaking T20 run-chase as they overcame defending champions MI New York in the Major League Cricket (MLC) 2026 Eliminator match in Oakland on Wednesday night. Set a record 267-run chase on the back of Nicholas Pooran’s 31-ball century, the fastest in MLC history, Washington skipper Smith and wicket-keeper Andries Gous (132, 51b, 10×4, 12×6) combined to produce a stunning six-wicket win. Down 10 for two inside three overs, Smith and Gous produced a record third-wicket stand that yielded 241 runs in only 89 balls. In a match that was a repeat of last year’s final where MI had emerged victorious, Smith remained unbeaten on 110 off 48 balls (7 fours and 9 sixes) as Washington stormed to the target in only 18.4 overs. Washington broke the all-time T20 record held by Indian Premier League (IPL) side Punjab Kings for the highest successful chase in the format. PBKS had gunned down a 265-run target against the Delhi Capitals …

At World Championships in Delhi why badminton needs Gen Z, Gen Alpha watchers | Badminton News

At World Championships in Delhi why badminton needs Gen Z, Gen Alpha watchers | Badminton News

It was Lin Dan’s swagger at its best. He walked into a press conference once wearing a Shaquille O’Neal training-tee, and didn’t know whose embossed face was grinning from his shirt. It was at Hyderabad in 2009 when he won his third World title, when India last hosted the World Championships. Dan would look utterly befuddled at the Shaq name, then look at his shirt, and then politely nod a nein and indicate he knew not who the man was. It might well have been Mickey Mouse or Fido Dido. Super Dan had every reason to not know (or feign ignorance) about an American NBA star – the Chinese southpaw absolutely ruled his sport and lived in an insular, high-pressure cocoon where he was only halfway done with glory. It was perfectly possible that as an absolute superstar in China and in middle of two Olympic titles in 2008 and 2012 in a East Asian sport like badminton, he wasn’t tuned into the life of a fading basketball legend. Shaq had in 2006, signed up …

Argentina storm into WC semis as Alvarez, Martinez stun Switzerland in extra time | Football News

Argentina storm into WC semis as Alvarez, Martinez stun Switzerland in extra time | Football News

3 min readJul 12, 2026 09:16 AM IST Defending world champions Argentina progressed to a second successive FIFA World Cup semi-final on Saturday, overcoming Switzerland 3-1 with extra-time strikes from Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez at a packed Kansas City Stadium. After overcoming the odds to mount a stunning 3-2 comeback win over Egypt in the previous round, Argentina did not wait for miracles to forge themselves this time around. The defensive-minded Swiss had only conceded three goals in five games, and they had dominated the ball in the opening minutes at the Arrowhead Stadium. ARGENTINA vs SWITZERLAND: AS IT HAPPENED The opening strike came inside 10 minutes, with their talisman Lionel Messi turning creator once again. Turning in from the left, Messi’s corner was slotted into the goal by Alexis Mac Allister in the 10th minute, marking his first goal and Argentina’s quickest at the ongoing tournament. Appearing in his 32nd World Cup game, Messi broke the all-time record for the most assists in the tournament, marking his 10th and the second of the …

FIFA World Cup | Football gods decide to look other way: Mourinho, Capello on Argentina vs Egypt

FIFA World Cup | Football gods decide to look other way: Mourinho, Capello on Argentina vs Egypt

3 min readJul 8, 2026 03:29 PM IST “Sometimes, even warriors lose because the devils decide the story should end differently.” That’s how acclaimed Real Madrid manager described what happened in the Argentina-Egypt Round of 16 game, which ended with the defending champions continuing their title defence and the Pharaohs alleging “unfair” and “robbed” at the way they ended on the wrong side despite being 2-0 ahead till the 79th minute. The former Porto, Chelsea, Real Madrid, Inter Milan, Manchester United and Tottenham – among several other clubs – manager has no doubt where his sympathy lay. “Egypt have every reason to be proud of themselves. They stood toe-to-toe with one of the biggest football nations in the world and made them suffer for every minute. When I look at Egypt tonight, I don’t see failures. I see warriors. And sometimes, even warriors lose because the devils decide the story should end differently,” the Portuguese tactician was quoted as saying by SethOfficial on X. Mourinho believed Hossam Hassan’s charges gave everything they could on the …

Cody Gakpo scores emotional goal for Netherlands vs Morocco after death of unborn son

Cody Gakpo scores emotional goal for Netherlands vs Morocco after death of unborn son

3 min readUpdated: Jun 30, 2026 08:35 AM IST Netherlands forward Cody Gakpo was overcome by emotion as he struck the opening goal in the 72nd minute of the World Cup Round of 32 clash against Morocco, just two days after he and his partner lost their unborn son during pregnancy. “With broken hearts, we share the devastating news that our baby boy passed away during pregnancy. Thank you for your love and support. Elijah Raphael Gakpo. Forever loved. Forever our son,” Gakpo’s partner, Noa van der Bij, wrote on her Instagram Story on Saturday. FOLLOW LIVE: Netherlands vs Morocco, FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Score Van der Bij added: “We went to church to light a candle. Afterwards, we walked to the church playground with our son Samuel. There was only one other child there. His name was Elijah. There could not have been a more beautiful sign from God. He reminded us that our little boy is never far away.” The 27-year-old Gakpo broke the deadlock with a clean finish off a pass …

Cape Verde captain accused of rape ahead of historic Argentina World Cup clash

Cape Verde captain accused of rape ahead of historic Argentina World Cup clash

2 min readUpdated: Jun 29, 2026 11:13 AM IST World Cup debutants Cape Verde’s historic qualification for the knockout stage on Saturday has been marred by an investigation into rape charges levelled by a Brazilian woman against their captain on Sunday. According to Brazil news outlet Globo, forward Ryan Mendes is accused of sexually assaulting a woman who worked as a translator with the team in New Zealand during the FIFA series tournament played between March 27-30 this year. Globo reported that the woman alleged that Mendes entered her hotel room in Auckland and physically and sexually assaulted her. The alleged incident was reported to authorities, and she underwent a sexual assault examination. The woman is said to have reported the incident to three Cape Verde officials, who did not respond to the allegations. ALSO READ | How a coach who watched Maradona on a village TV put Cape Verde into the knockouts Football’s global body, FIFA, said in a statement to USA Today that “any allegations of misconduct” will be taken seriously and that …

Ronaldo’s fading powers leave Portugal in danger at World Cup 2026 

Ronaldo’s fading powers leave Portugal in danger at World Cup 2026 

5 min readJun 28, 2026 08:45 AM IST Age has defeated Cristiano Ronaldo. It offered another cold reminder. Several taps on his shoulders, several memos. If he still doesn’t feel it, the caprices of time and the reconciliation with his faded prowess, another golden generation of Portugal will wither with their unfulfilled renown. Ronaldo is not only the problem for Portugal, but he is central to it. The worst moment came in stoppage time before half-time. Pedro Neto blitzed down the right, all alone, and was about to cross from the edge of the box. He found no one. Not Ronaldo, not his shadow, not even a shadow of his shadow. He searched. Ronaldo was midway from the centre circle. Neto waited like Vladimir for Godot. By the time Ronaldo arrived, the Colombian had crowded him and the ball was stolen off Neto’s feet. Ronaldo gritted his teeth in anguish. He was not where he had to be. And that would hurt him more than anything else. ALSO CHECK | Round of 32 Schedule, World …

For must-win RCB match, SRH management raises ticket prices by 50–100%

For must-win RCB match, SRH management raises ticket prices by 50–100%

3 min readHyderabadUpdated: May 16, 2026 12:48 PM IST As the IPL 2026 Playoffs race heats up towards the business end of the league stages, the Sunrisers Hyderabad-Royal Challengers Bengaluru fixture on May 22 is expected to be a crucial clash in sealing the top two spots this season. While the anticipation is expected to swell over the week, hosts SRH have also decided to cash in, shooting up ticket prices 50-110 per cent for their final home game at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Hyderabad. Ticket bookings opened at 5 pm IST on Friday on the Zomato District app, with the waiting list nudging 2.60 lakhs. The sold-out notice flashed within minutes. Tickets that previously ranged between Rs 950 and Rs 30,000 have now been placed between a bracket of Rs 2,000 and Rs 45,000. Among the most budget-friendly tickets are the South First Terrace tickets, which cost Rs 1500 this season. The price for the same tickets in the marquee clash next week was placed at Rs 3000, a 100 per cent increase. …

Why PV Sindhu tends to lose to Akane Yamaguchi

Why PV Sindhu tends to lose to Akane Yamaguchi

4 min readMay 15, 2026 02:57 PM IST PV Sindhu has cost Akane Yamaguchi an Olympic medal in 2021. The Japanese on her part, has stopped Sindhu from winning two coveted titles – the Badminton Asia Championships twice, including a semis – her best showing – in 2022, and prequarters in 2025. Sindhu’s best chance at winning the All England in 2018 too, was snuffed out by the now World No 3, who might be badminton’s biggest WS name to not medal at Olympics. In sheer World Championships counts, Yamaguchi has 3 titles, Sindhu has 1. It’s a long, storied rivalry which includes a cat that bizarrely sauntered into a Philippines arena court that had Yamaguchi hypnotically following its stroll and oblivious to Sindhu arguing a line call with the chair umpire. The brilliance is of course in how, Sindhu’s fighting abilities get accentuated when she plays Yamaguchi. There’s no needle in the 13-15 rivalry because Yamaguchi is incapable of tiffing with opponents, and lives in her own world. But what’s not changed through the …