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FIFA has dismissed claims that the ball struck an overhead wire before Jude Bellingham's equaliser against Norway, saying data from the connected match ball showed no evidence of contact, despite protests from Norway and viral social media footage questioning the decision.

Jude Bellingham scored twice, including the extra-time winner, as England rallied from a goal down to defeat Norway 2-1 and book a place in the FIFA World Cup semi-finals, where Thomas Tuchel's side will face either Argentina or Switzerland.

Hyderabad E-Champions will face Anvita Khammam Aces in the inaugural Sreenidhi University TG20 League final after both teams dominated the tournament. The champions will receive Rs 1 crore, while the runners-up will earn Rs 50 lakh

Multiple players shared the lead after three rounds of the 242nd Brilliant Trophy Chess Tournament in Hyderabad. Sunishka Suryadevara occupied second place in the juniors category, while three players jointly led the Open section with perfect scores

Top seed A Bala Manvitha Reddy progressed to the girls' under-17 singles semifinals of the Telangana State Sub-Junior Badminton Championship after defeating G Chandana. The tournament also witnessed the completion of boys', girls' and mixed doubles quarterfinal and semifinal matches

Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 1 (Golconda) won the girls' under-14 title at the Eddie Aibara Junior Cricket Tournament, while SCF Blues claimed the boys' under-12 crown. Laxmi Raj starred with four wickets as KV Golconda secured a comfortable victory

The Indian men's football team will tour New Zealand for two FIFA International Match Window friendlies on November 12 and 15. The tour marks India's first-ever visit to New Zealand, with head coach Khalid Jamil calling it a valuable challenge for the squad

Defending champions Argentina take on Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals, with Lionel Messi aiming to lead his side into a second consecutive semi-final. Switzerland seek to continue their historic run after reaching the last eight for the first time since 1954.

Defending champions Argentina face Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup quarter-final, aiming for a second successive semi-final appearance. Led by Lionel Messi, Argentina take on an in-form Swiss side seeking their best-ever World Cup campaign. Live streaming will be available on Zee5

Indian Grandmaster Iniyan Pa won the 6th La Plagne Open International Chess Tournament in France with an unbeaten score of 7.5 points from nine rounds. The victory is his fourth tournament title of the year and second classical chess crown of 2026

India captain Shubman Gill has named Roger Federer as his favourite tennis player, praised Carlos Alcaraz's style of play, backed Jannik Sinner to win Wimbledon and revealed Serena Williams, Federer, Viv Richards and Sachin Tendulkar as his dream dinner guests.

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has dismissed concerns over Lionel Messi's workload, insisting the captain remains in peak physical condition ahead of the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Switzerland. Scaloni also reaffirmed Messi's freedom on penalties and tactical positioning.

Spain's Lamine Yamal has fired an early warning to France ahead of their FIFA World Cup semifinal, insisting the European champions have nothing to fear. The Barcelona teenager believes Spain's recent victories over France provide the perfect confidence boost before Tuesday's clash.

Deepti Sharma praised India's top-order batters after scoring a fighting half-century in the women's Test at Lord's. India posted 285 before reducing England to 21/1, taking early control of the historic match on the opening day.

Novak Djokovic says he has no intention of retiring from Wimbledon despite a straight-sets semifinal defeat to world No. 1 Jannik Sinner. The Serbian remains motivated to return next year and pursue a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title at the US Open.

Substitute Mikel Merino scored a dramatic late winner as Spain edged Belgium 2-1 to reach the FIFA World Cup semifinals for the first time since 2010. Spain will face France next after extending its unbeaten run in regular time to 36 matches.

Shubman Gill joined Sachin Tendulkar in Wimbledon's prestigious Royal Box to watch the men's singles semifinals in London. Their appearance, along with a viral photograph and meetings with international celebrities, attracted widespread attention among cricket and tennis fans worldwide.

Resale prices for FIFA World Cup quarterfinal tickets have fallen following the elimination of the United States and Mexico. Meanwhile, FIFA has released nearly 1,200 additional tickets for the World Cup final, with prices starting at USD 7,380.

Women's participation in cricket has doubled across India since 2020, according to a BBC-commissioned study. The survey also found significant growth in badminton, while experts at a Hyderabad panel discussed improved infrastructure, opportunities and the challenges women still face in sports.

India posted 285 in the historic Lord’s women’s Test after fifties from Smriti Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma. England fought back through Sophie Ecclestone and Mady Villiers before reaching 21/1 at stumps, trailing by 264 runs

Jannik Sinner defeated Novak Djokovic 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 to reach his second successive Wimbledon final. The defending champion displayed exceptional serving and control, while Djokovic missed another chance at a record-extending Grand Slam title. Sinner will face Alexander Zverev

Captain Abhirath Reddy smashed 82 off 49 balls as Hyderabad E-Champions defeated Karimnagar Diamonds by eight wickets in Qualifier 2 of the Sreenidhi University TG20 League. E-Champions chased down 158 with ease and entered Sunday’s final

Indian athletes won three bronze medals on Day Two of the Asian U-23 Athletics Championships 2026 in Ordos. Shakeel, Bhumeshwory Devi Huidrom and Abhay Singh reached the podium in the 800m and 200m events

India’s U-23 men boxers secured six medals at the Asian Under-19 and Under-23 Boxing Championships in Jakarta. Vishvanath, Ganga, Vanshaj and Hitesh impressed in the quarterfinals as six Indian fighters advanced to the semifinals