Though the results have little consequence in the number game for the government, the stakes are high for individual leaders

Mumbai City FC rode on left-back Nathan Rodrigues' strike to hold Chennaiyin FC 1-1 in a thrilling draw in the 1000th match of the Indian Super League.

Bayern Munich earned a nervous 1-0 win at St Pauli thanks to a sensational 28-metre drive from Jamal Musiala to stay unbeaten.

Miami were overwhelming favourites to win it all after producing a league record 74 points in the regular season but could not keep the momentum after Matias Rojas' close-range goal in the 17th minute and Messi's score in the 65th minute.

Barcelona suffered a shock 1-0 LaLiga defeat at Real Sociedad on Sunday that ended their seven-match winning streak in all competitions.

Lionel Messi has more than proven his worth for the league and his team at a vitally important time for the sport in North America, where the FIFA World Cup will be staged in 2026.

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“I received a lot of phone calls from Gautam bhai and Surya, telling me what to work on,” says the Kerala batter, after his century against South Africa

Indian captain Harmanpreet Singh led the scoring charts at the Paris Olympics with 10 goals; Sreejesh brought the curtains down on his career at the highest level, putting together an incredible Olympic campaign

Jose Mourinho fined and banned for criticising Turkish soccer, questioning officials, and unsportsmanlike conduct towards fans

Built at an approximate cost of ₹740 crores, Rajgir Sports Complex in Bihar is not just one of the largest in the country, but also most advanced and self-sufficient.

Dhruv Jurel shines with bat, but India A falls to Australia A in unofficial Test series 0-2

India need to address lack of runs from other key batters to ensure that the burden doesn't fall too heavily on their in-form keeper-batter.

Jan Zelezny, 58, is widely considered the greatest javelin thrower of the modern era and is a world and Olympic champion. He also holds the record in the event.

The BYD eMAX 7 is among the newest electric MPVs targeting family users in the Indian market. Combining advanced technology with an emphasis on practicality, this EV which provides options for both 6- and 7-seater configurations, aiming to meet the needs of families seeking a spacious yet sustainable ride. 

Shivam Bhambri notches up a century

BCCI decision comes despite Pakistan Cricket Board offering special security arrangements, choice of venue; India favours having its matches outside Pakistan under hybrid model

When the two sides met in the league phase, Calicut won a match (1-0) while the other was drawn (1-1)

Pradosh chips in with a half-century as the team reaches 217 for two in its second essay; the host clinches three points for its first-innings lead while the visitor gains a point