Report
India takes women's T47 400m one-two at Asian Para Games 2026
India secured a one-two finish in the women's 400m T47 at the Asian Para Games 2026 in Nagoya, while Dilip Mahadu Gavit defended his men's gold with a time of 48.27 seconds.
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Report
Ashmita Chaliha beats world No. 2 Yamaguchi at French Open
Ashmita Chaliha defeated three-time champion Akane Yamaguchi 21-19, 21-18 in the French Open round of 16, becoming the first Indian after PV Sindhu to beat the world No. 2.
International
Harry Brook breaks Shubman Gill's world record with 114-ball double ton
Harry Brook scored 202 off 116 balls against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi, reaching his double century in 114 balls to break Shubman Gill's record. England posted 429 for four, the highest ODI total on Pakistani soil.
International
Megan Schutt suspended for two matches over medication breach
Megan Schutt has received a two-match suspension for a prescription medication breach and will miss the final T20I against New Zealand and the WBBL 12 opener for Adelaide Strikers.
Report
Bayern Munich 2-2 Arsenal: Declan Rice secures draw for Gunners in Champions League after Harry Kane penalty
Arsenal drew 2-2 with Bayern Munich in the Champions League at the Allianz Arena. Declan Rice scored in the 82nd minute after Harry Kane had given Bayern the lead from the penalty spot.
Explainer
South Africa beat Australia, India's WTC final hopes stay alive
South Africa defeated Australia by an innings and 31 runs at Gqeberha, moving to 48 points and third place in the WTC 2025-27 table. India, fifth with 51.52 PCT, has seven Tests left and must win most of them while rivals drop points.
Other Sports
Sheetal Devi retains Asian Para Games women’s compound gold
Sheetal Devi won her second successive Asian Para Games gold in the women’s compound individual event, defeating Alim Nur Syahidah 142-139 in the final at Okazaki Chuo Sogo Park Multipurpose Square on 22 October 2026.
IPL
Mumbai Indians announce Nike kit partnership from 2027
Mumbai Indians have named Nike as their official kit partner for the men's and women's teams, beginning with the 2027 season. The multi-year agreement follows a ninth-place finish for the men's side in IPL 2025.
Other Sports
Indian para swimmer deported from Japan after misconduct allegations
Para swimmer Mohammad Shams Aalam Shaikh was sent back from the Asian Para Games in Japan after allegations of sexual harassment and molestation against a hotel employee. The PCI confirmed his deportation and recommended a lifetime ban.
Champions League
Real Madrid and Betis keep perfect Champions League starts
Real Madrid and Real Betis both won their third Champions League match to maintain perfect starts. Aston Villa also kept their perfect record with another victory.
Other Sports
Thulasimathi-Nitesh reach mixed doubles final at Asian Para Games
Thulasimathi Murugesan and Nitesh Kumar beat China’s Li Mingpan and Xiao Zuxian in three games to enter the SL3-SU5 mixed doubles final. Five Indian bronze medals were assured in badminton.
Football
Carrick hits back at Fernandes after United lose 1-4 to Como
Michael Carrick responded to Bruno Fernandes's post-match criticism following Manchester United's 1-4 defeat to Como. Carrick said a lack of running back was the bigger problem than tactics.
Test Cricket
Katich warns Australian batters their Test places are at risk
Simon Katich has criticised Australia's batting approach in the second Test against South Africa, stating that a number of players are playing for their careers. Australia trail by 170 runs after being asked to follow on and were 156/4 at the close of day four.
Report
Jansen takes five for South Africa as Australia forced to follow on
South Africa enforced the follow-on after taking a 326-run first-innings lead at St George’s Park. Australia were dismissed for 99 on the fourth day.
Report
Arsenal hold Bayern Munich to draw in Champions League
Arsenal drew 2-2 with Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Bukayo Saka was substituted inside ten minutes and Mikel Arteta said his injury does not look good at all.
Other Sports
Swati Chaudhary wins India's first W1 archery silver at Asian Para Games
Swati Chaudhary won India's first-ever medal in the W1 category of archery at the Asian Para Games 2026, settling for silver after a 4-6 defeat to China's Cen Mengkan on October 22, 2026.
Champions League
Bruno Fernandes questions Michael Carrick’s tactics after Manchester United’s 1-4 loss to Como
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes questioned Michael Carrick’s tactics following a 1-4 Champions League loss to Como. Carrick responded by blaming a lack of effort off the ball.
Report
Australia trail by 170 at stumps after South Africa enforce follow-on
Australia finished day four at 156-4 in the second innings, trailing South Africa by 170 runs after being made to follow on. Travis Head remained unbeaten on 87 as Australia fought back from 69-6 at lunch.
Other Sports
Hyron Andrews died from tear in aorta, autopsy finds
Hyron Andrews, the former Sale Sharks second row, died of natural causes after a tear in the aorta, according to an autopsy. The Lions player was found dead at his team hotel in France before a game against La Rochelle.
Test Cricket
James Anderson, 44, set to retire after Lancashire contract snub
James Anderson, 44, has not been offered a new Lancashire contract and is expected to retire. He took 50 County Championship wickets in 2026 and remains England's record Test wicket-taker with 704 dismissals.