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Arjun Tendulkar Spotted Publicly with Family Following Engagement to Saaniya Chandhok

Arjun Tendulkar, 25, made his first public appearance with his family after his engagement to Saaniya Chandhok, 26, was confirmed by Sachin Tendulkar. The family was seen celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi and posed for a picture. The player's last post on Instagram came on September 9 in light of Raksha Bandhan.

Sanju Samson on fire ahead of the Asia Cup: Three consecutive fifties in the Kerala Cricket League

Sanju Samson's explosive form in the Kerala Cricket League, marked by three consecutive fifties, has reignited discussions about his place in India's Asia Cup squad. His adaptability and attacking prowess, showcased by a blistering 121 and consistent scoring, have impressed many.

Watch: Sachin Tendulkar and family offer prayers at Lalbaugcha Raja

Sachin Tendulkar and his family, including his recently engaged son Arjun, visited Lalbaugcha Raja in Mumbai to seek blessings during Ganesh Chaturthi. The family's traditional attire and public appearance drew significant media attention. This visit follows Arjun's engagement to Saaniya Chandhok, confirmed by Sachin himself, marking a new chapter for the young Tendulkar.

'Mai cricket chor doonga' - Former India bowling coach reveals when Mohammed Shami wanted to retire - watch

Bharat Arun revealed that Mohammed Shami considered quitting cricket in 2018 after failing a fitness test and grappling with personal issues. Encouragement from Ravi Shastri and Arun, focusing on physical conditioning at the NCA, revitalized Shami. He regained his fitness and confidence, demonstrated by his impressive performance during the England Test series.

Duleep Trophy: Injury and Illness Sideline Jurel and Easwaran

Central Zone captain Dhruv Jurel and East Zone skipper Abhimanyu Easwaran are not playing the opening round of their respective Duleep Trophy matches in Bengaluru. In Jurel's absence, Rajat Patidar is leading Central Zone and Riyan Parag is leading East Zone.

RCB Breaks Silence After Deadly Stampede at Title Celebration, Announces 'RCB Cares' Initiative

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) broke their three-month social media silence to address the tragic stampede outside M Chinnaswamy Stadium in June, which resulted in 11 deaths and 75 injuries. RCB acknowledged their silence stemmed from grief over the incident that occurred during their homecoming celebration after winning their first IPL title.

26 penalties! League Cup shocker as fourth-tier Grimsby Town stun Man United in first meeting since 1948

Manchester United suffered a humiliating League Cup exit to Grimsby Town, losing 12-11 on penalties after a 2-2 draw. The League Two side prevailed after a marathon shootout, increasing pressure on United's manager, Ruben Amorim, following a poor start to the season. Grimsby celebrated a historic victory, eliminating one of United's few chances for silverware.

US Open: Novak Djokovic breaks Roger Federer’s Grand Slam record, eyes more history

Novak Djokovic secured his place in the US Open third round for a record-breaking 19th time, surpassing Roger Federer's milestone with his 75th Grand Slam third-round appearance. Despite a slow start and admitting he's not at his peak, Djokovic battled through to defeat Zachary Svajda in four sets.

'Whose life will be better if I retire?': Mohammed Shami shuts down speculation, vows to keep playing

Dismissing retirement rumours, Mohammed Shami asserts his commitment to cricket, fueled by an unfulfilled ambition to win the ODI World Cup. Despite recent omissions from the national squad, the 34-year-old pacer vows to continue playing domestic cricket and working diligently on his fitness. Shami emphasises his enduring love for the game and determination to keep fighting until his motivation wanes.

'It's one of the worst you can do': AB de Villiers shares Bronco test experience as BCCI mulls new fitness regime

AB de Villiers described the Bronco test, potentially being introduced to Indian cricketers by strength and conditioning coach Adrian le Roux, as a grueling fitness assessment he's familiar with since age 16. He recalled its difficulty, especially in low-oxygen conditions. Ravichandran Ashwin cautioned against sudden changes in training methods to prevent player injuries.

US Open: Carlos Alcaraz crushes Mattia Bellucci, Casper Ruud stunned by World No.107

Carlos Alcaraz powered past Italy's Mattia Bellucci 6-1, 6-0, 6-3 to reach the US Open third round while Casper Ruud slumped to a defeat at the hands of World No.107 Raphael Collignon.

Manchester United's historic humiliation at Grimsby: Under-fire Amorim apologises to fans

Carabao Cup 2025: Manchester United slipped to a new low when they lost 11-12 on penalties to Grimsby Town, suffering their first-ever defeat to a fourth-tier club. Manager Ruben Amorim was visibly shaken as he apologised to fans after the humiliation at Blundell Park.

'No class, no education': Townsend, Ostapenko in ugly exchange at US Open 2025

Taylor Townsend's stunning 7-5, 6-1 win over Jelena Ostapenko at the 2025 US Open was overshadowed by a heated post-match spat, where Ostapenko accused her of lacking "class" and "education."

US Open 2025: Aryna Sabalenka, Ben Shelton advance to third round in straight sets

Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka battled through a sluggish start to defeat unseeded Russian Polina Kudermetova 7-6(4), 6-2 on Wednesday and advance to the third round of the US Open, while American Ben Shelton thrilled the New York crowd a day later with a commanding 6-4, 6-2, 6-4 victory over Pablo Carreno-Busta.

Diamond League Final: Neeraj Chopra's event preview, time and live telecast in India

India's javelin star Neeraj Chopra is set for the Diamond League Final 2025 in Zurich. He aims to reclaim his title at Letzigrund Stadium. The event is scheduled for Thursday, August 28. Chopra has already qualified, showcasing strong performances this season. He will face tough competition, including Anderson Peters and Julian Weber.

Four balls, two wickets! 43-year-old James Anderson shines in the Hundred - Watch

James Anderson, playing for Manchester Originals, took two wickets against Northern Superchargers. Jos Buttler's brilliant 70 helped Manchester chase down the target easily. Thomas Aspinwall also contributed with three wickets. Despite the victory, Manchester didn't qualify for the play-offs. Northern Superchargers secured a play-off spot and will face Trent Rockets. The winner will play Oval Invincibles in the final.

Anish Bhanwala wins 25m rapid fire pistol silver medal at Asian Championships; team also wins silver

Anish Bhanwala clinched a silver medal in the rapid fire pistol event at the Asian Shooting Championships in Kazakhstan. The Indian team also secured silver in the team event, while South Korea took gold. In the non-Olympic 50m pistol discipline, the Indian team won silver, and the junior team claimed gold.

Ajith Narayana wins gold, Nirupama Devi Seram clinches silver at Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships

Indian weightlifters showcased a dominant performance at the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships in Ahmedabad. Ajith Narayana and Nirupama Devi Seram secured gold and silver medals respectively in senior events. Hemanta Doimari and Bidusmita Bhoi won gold in the junior category. Narayana also set new Commonwealth records. The strong showing highlighted India's strength in weightlifting at the Commonwealth level.

'I'll go insane': Pacer who missed India-England Test series reveals injury layoff struggle

England's fast bowler Mark Wood is set to return to county cricket next month, aiming to play for Durham in September after recovering from a knee injury that sidelined him since February. Wood is cautiously preparing for the Ashes series in Australia later this year, with England's management prioritizing his long-term fitness.

World Badminton Championships: PV Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag enter Round of 16

PV Sindhu displayed remarkable resilience at the BWF World Championships, overcoming a shaky start to defeat Malaysia's Letshanaa Karupathevan in the women’s singles. After a tough first game where she trailed significantly, Sindhu rallied to secure a 21-19, 21-15 victory. This win propels the two-time Olympic medallist into the pre-quarterfinals, keeping her hopes alive for another world title.