In a nail-biting match in the Namibia T20 Tri-Series, the United Arab Emirates narrowly secured a victory against the United States of America. The UAE's R Chopra and Basil Hameed put up a strong partnership to bring their team to victory despite the efforts of the US's bowler, Jasdeep Singh. This win puts the UAE in a favorable position for the upcoming matches in the tri-series.
The National Cricket League's "Sixty Strikes" tournament in the United States receives the approval of the International Cricket Council, with South African businessman Haroon Lorgat announced as commissioner and Dubai-based SEE Holdings as a partner for sustainability. With the popularity of cricket on the rise in the US after a strong showing at the T20 World Cup 2024, the inaugural 'Sixty Strikes' tournament is expected to attract 4,000 attendees per match. The tournament also plans to integrate renewable energy at match venues and promote sustainable behaviour among fans, and will see cricket legends like Wasim Akram, Sir Vivian Richards, and Sanath Jayasuriya mentoring the teams.
In his first phone call with South Korean President Suk-yeol, newly minted Prime Minister Ishiba reaffirmed the importance of closely communicating between the two nations, including through shuttle diplomacy. The leaders also pledged to strengthen security cooperation with the United States in light of North Korea's continued nuclear and missile developments. President Yoon expressed hope for even closer relations between the two countries as they approach the 60th anniversary of their bilateral ties next year.
In a surprise move, Tottenham Hotspur striker Dominic Solanke has been called up to the England squad for the upcoming Nations League games against Greece and Finland. This comes seven years after making his only previous senior appearance for the Three Lions. Solanke, who has been in impressive form for Spurs since his move from Bournemouth, will join a star-studded squad that includes the likes of Harry Kane and Raheem Sterling. Fans will be eagerly watching to see if the young striker can make his mark on the international stage once again.
In a shocking revelation, former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad claims that the head of Israel's national intelligence agency Mossad, who was responsible for multiple operations in Iran including stealing nuclear documents and assassinating nuclear scientists, was actually an Israeli national and a double agent. Ahmadinejad also revealed that Iran's secret services had created a special unit to counter Mossad's activities in Iran, which was headed by the alleged Mossad agent. This news has further fueled tensions between Iran and Israel, as well as raised questions about the effectiveness of Iran's intelligence services.
On the eve of Gandhi Jayanti, Indian President Droupadi Murmu delivered a powerful message, urging her countrymen to embrace the values of truth, non-violence, love, and purity. She praised the life of Mahatma Gandhi, who fought for social justice and women empowerment, and influenced the world with his moral principles. Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated annually on 2 October, and is now recognized as the International Day of Non-Violence by the United Nations.
Liverpool is reportedly considering a move to bring Christian Pulisic back to the Premier League from AC Milan, where he has established himself as one of the most exciting attackers in Serie A. With uncertainties surrounding Mohamed Salah's long-term future, the Reds have identified Pulisic as a potential target for the 2025 summer window. The American's previous experience in the league with Chelsea makes him a viable option for Liverpool to bolster their attacking options.
In a brief meeting on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi discuss mutual concerns and bilateral relations. The meeting took place before the BRICS nations' meeting, where the two countries are part of the emerging economies bloc. The meeting comes at a critical time as tensions rise in West Asia due to conflicts involving Iran and other neighboring countries like Israel and Yemen.
As tensions between Russia and Ukraine continue to escalate, the long-standing relationship between India and Russia has been put under close scrutiny. Indian Minister of External Affairs Dr S Jaishankar recently gave a speech at the Asia Society Policy Institute in New York City, highlighting the three key aspects of this relationship: geopolitics, trade, and military partnership. Jaishankar emphasized the importance of this partnership for both countries, especially in terms of addressing external hostile forces. With the Eurasian region being a major global player, the ties between India and Russia have a significant impact on the stability and productivity of both nations.
The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 is coming to a close with the last game between Namibia and the United Arab Emirates. Despite being the hosts, Namibia has not fared well in this phase with 3 consecutive losses. Meanwhile, UAE has managed a single win out of 3 games. In the meantime, other countries, such as Kuwait and Kenya, have already shown success in the new Cricket World Cup Challenge League cycle.