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In a twist that’s shaken up the global chess scene, Norway Chess has pulled off what even Magnus Carlsen’s Freestyle tour couldn’t, convincing FIDE to approve a brand-new World Championship title. The “Total Chess World Championship” marks a stunning power play that could redefine how elite chess is played and governed. Source link

La Liga’s ambitious plan to host a Barcelona vs. Villarreal match in Miami this December has been cancelled. The league’s president lamented the ‘missed opportunity’ for Spanish football’s global growth. The decision followed significant backlash from players and clubs in Spain, who voiced concerns about competitive integrity. The fixture will now be played in Spain […]

Congress leader Shama Mohamed ignited a row by questioning Sarfaraz Khan’s omission from India A squads, implying religious bias and targeting coach Gautam Gambhir. This follows her earlier criticism of Rohit Sharma’s fitness and captaincy. Khan, despite a strong domestic record, faces selection challenges. Source link

India faces a must-win situation in the second ODI against Australia at the Adelaide Oval on October 23rd. Following a loss in the rain-affected opener, the Men in Blue aim to level the series. KL Rahul’s 38 was a lone highlight in Perth, while Mitchell Marsh led Australia’s chase. Fans can catch the action live […]

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Ishan Kishan is attracting interest from multiple IPL franchises ahead of the mini-auction, with Mumbai Indians leading the chase to bring the wicketkeeper-batter back. Despite a mixed spell at SRH, Kishan’s strong Ranji form and past success with MI make him a valuable top-order option. Talks hinge on SRH’s willingness and Kishan’s own decision to […]

A dispute has erupted between the BCCI and PCB over the Asia Cup trophy presentation. PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi insists on personally handing the trophy to India in Dubai on November 10, following India’s refusal to accept it from him after their win. This stems from tensions between the Indian team and the ACC president. […]

Australia, England, and South Africa have secured semi-final berths in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup. India, New Zealand, and Sri Lanka are vying for the final spot, with an India-New Zealand clash proving pivotal. A look at the scenarios for the remaining place in the Women’s world Cup semi-final. Source link

Yashasvi Jaiswal’s exclusion from the ODI squad, despite strong T20I form, raises eyebrows, especially with Rohit Sharma eyeing the next World Cup. Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak confirmed Jaiswal’s readiness and revealed the young talent is diligently honing his leg-spin bowling skills in practice, signaling a potential all-round future. Source link

Virat Kohli, who considers Adelaide Oval his happy hunting ground, looked in fine touch during net practice. He has a remarkable record at the venue, averaging 65 with five centuries and four half-centuries. This could be his final outing at Adelaide Oval in Thursday’s must-win ODI. Source link