India's star cricket batter, Virat Kohli, silenced critics with a memorable performance against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy. After not scoring an ODI hundred since November 2023, Kohli's unbeaten 100 not only secured a crucial win for India, but also made him the fastest to reach 14,000 ODI runs, behind only Sachin Tendulkar and Kumar Sangakkara. His formative coach, Rajkumar Sharma, expressed pride in his achievements and praised his ability to perform in high-pressure matches. With Kohli's continued success, India's chances of winning the Champions Trophy are looking strong.
Cricket superstar Virat Kohli made an emotional request to Royal Challengers Bengaluru fans, urging them to show their support for new captain Rajat Patidar in the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League. Patidar, who has already proven himself as a skilled and level-headed player, was retained for a record-breaking Rs 14 crore by the franchise and is poised to lead RCB to victory. Fans can look forward to seeing Patidar in action this Saturday as RCB takes on defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders at the iconic Eden Gardens stadium.
After a spectacular display at Wembley, Newcastle United has finally ended their 56-year trophy drought with a 2-1 win over Premier League leaders Liverpool in the League Cup final. Manager Eddie Howe was doused in champagne and beer in the dressing room celebrations as he hailed the victory as proof that the team is ready for sustained success. Despite being typically composed and erudite, Howe encouraged the team to enjoy the celebrations, acknowledging the difficult days and underachievement that the club has faced in the past.
In a thrilling EFL Cup Final match at Wembley Stadium, Italy international Sandro Tonali helped his Newcastle side secure their first piece of silverware in 56 years. Despite Liverpool's late efforts, with substitute Federico Chiesa scoring in stoppage time, Tonali's solid performance, including a yellow card, contributed to their 2-1 win over the Reds. With Tonali's impressive form, it seems that the Magpies' decision to acquire him has paid off, especially as he has now won his first trophy in England.
After 70 long years, Newcastle United finally clinched a major domestic trophy as they beat defending champions Liverpool 2-1 in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley Stadium. The Magpies, who had previously lost their last five final appearances, including the 2023 Carabao Cup final, were determined to end their drought and put in a stunning performance against the Reds. Goals from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak secured the win for Newcastle, despite a late goal from Liverpool's Federico Chiesa. With this historic victory, Newcastle has once again cemented their place in English football and brought joy to their loyal fans who have waited decades for this moment.
The much-awaited final between Newcastle and Liverpool met at Wembley with the EFL Cup on the line. After a cagey start, Dan Burn opened the scoring for Newcastle in added time of the first half with a powerful header. However, VAR disallowed a goal by Alexander Isak minutes into the second half due to offside. Isak finally secured the win for Newcastle with a brilliant strike at the 52nd minute. Despite Liverpool's late efforts, it wasn't enough to catch up, and Newcastle claimed the EFL Cup title.
In a thrilling FA Cup final, Newcastle dealt a devastating blow to Liverpool's hopes of securing their first domestic trophy in 66 years. Dan Burn's header in the first half and Alexander Isak's second-half strike secured a 2-0 victory for the Magpies, who lifted their first major trophy since 1969. The win marked a historic achievement for Newcastle and sent shockwaves through the football world, with fans taking to social media to share their excitement using the hashtag #bbcfootball. BBC's chief football correspondent John Murray described the atmosphere at Wembley as one of collective relief for the jubilant Newcastle supporters.
Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer may miss out on being part of Thomas Tuchel's first England squad due to a recent injury. The 22-year-old has been struggling with a loss of form and has not been able to produce any goals or assists in his past seven Premier League outings. While Tuchel has included him in the 26-man squad, his current injury and lack of recent form may cast doubt over his involvement for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Albania and Latvia.
In a high-stakes Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 match, Gujarat Giants beat Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in their home turf. Despite a strong bowling performance from RCB’s Renuka Singh Thakur, a captain’s knock from Ashleigh Gardner and a disciplined bowling effort by GG led to a six-wicket win for the visitors. Former India skipper Anjum Chopra highlighted how the early loss of wickets and a lack of breakthroughs from RCB's bowlers resulted in their defeat. She also praised the depth of talent in the Australian players, as Gardner emerged as the hero for GG in this crucial match.
Despite the torrential rain and high hopes of Australian fans at the Formula One Australian Grand Prix, local driver Oscar Piastri's race ended in disappointment with a skid into the gravel on lap 44. This was the nation's 40-year wait for a home winner, but Piastri's ninth-place finish was a good recovery in a race filled with crashes and safety car deployments. However, the "home driver curse" continues as the last Australian to take a podium place was Daniel Ricciardo in 2014, who was later disqualified.