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Manav Suthar and Ravindra Jadeja shared seven wickets as India bowled Sri Lanka out for 284, securing a 178-run first-innings lead. Sonal Dinusha hit his maiden Test century, while Niroshan Dickwella scored 80 in Sri Lanka’s resistance

Australia great Ellyse Perry has praised Smriti Mandhana’s incredible willpower and strong mindset, while highlighting Harmanpreet Kaur’s tenacity and competitiveness. Perry also backed the inaugural Women’s Champions Trophy and reflected on the evolution of women’s cricket and learning from younger players

Cristiano Ronaldo says the Saudi Pro League season could be his last in professional football. The 41-year-old Portugal superstar, who has scored 976 career goals, wants to leave a spectacular legacy after 25 years marked by trophies, sacrifice and success

Niroshan Dickwella and Sonal Dinusha hit unbeaten fifties to rescue Sri Lanka from 99/5 and take them to 215/5 at tea on Day 3 of the Galle Test. Their 125-run stand reduced India’s first-innings lead to 247 runs

World No. 1 An Se Young began her BWF World Championships campaign with a straight-game win over Bulgaria’s Kaloyana Nalbantova in New Delhi. The South Korean star, however, admitted her ankle injury is still recovering and requires more time

M R Arjun and Hariharan Amsakarunan advanced to the men’s doubles Round of 32 at the BWF World Championships in New Delhi after Ireland’s Scott Guildea and Paul Reynolds retired with an injury while trailing 21-16, 6-4.

M R Arjun and Hariharan Amsakarunan began India’s BWF World Championships campaign with a win over Ireland. For Arjun, the victory was especially meaningful as his parents watched him play live for the first time in around 13 years

Australia coach Andrew McDonald has backed his under-fire batters after the team’s historic Test defeat to Bangladesh, resisting calls for an immediate shake-up. He said selection decisions would remain measured while acknowledging Marnus Labuschagne needs big runs.

England white-ball captain Harry Brook has reflected on the criticism he faced during his IPL stint with Sunrisers Hyderabad. Brook said social media scrutiny affected him but also viewed it as a sign that people expected better performances.

Ayansh Abhilashi, Hiyan Shah and Aditya Devarakonda won the boys' Under-10, Under-12 and Under-14 titles respectively at the State Ranking Tournament in Hyderabad. V. Parivita claimed the girls' Under-12 and Under-14 titles.

India U20 will face Yemen in two closed-door friendlies in Bengaluru on August 20 and 23 as part of their preparations for the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers. The Blue Colts will then travel to Tashkent on August 26.

Ellyse Perry praised Smriti Mandhana's skill, willpower and mindset, calling her a great competitor. The Australia great also reflected on her career longevity, representing Australia and the growth of women's cricket ahead of the inaugural ICC Women's Champions Trophy.

The Indian Olympic Association has backed India's men's and women's hockey teams competing at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 in Belgium and the Netherlands. P.T. Usha highlighted the tournament's importance ahead of the Asian Games and Los Angeles Olympics.

India's spinners dismantled Sri Lanka's top order to reduce the hosts to 99/5 at lunch on day three of the Galle Test. Manav Suthar took two wickets, while Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja struck as Sri Lanka struggled.

India pacer Prasidh Krishna stressed the importance of keeping the ball dry and maintaining its shine to generate reverse swing in humid Sri Lankan conditions. He also backed disciplined line and length and urged the team to focus on one session at a time.

Sri Lanka needed just four deliveries to dismiss India for 462 on day three of the Galle Test. Asitha Fernando removed Prasidh Krishna for two, while Kuldeep Yadav remained unbeaten on 13 as India’s innings ended in less than three minutes.

India vice-captain KL Rahul praised Devdutt Padikkal after the left-hander hit his maiden Test century, a 167 against Sri Lanka. Rahul called the achievement special, while stressing preparation, teamwork and the need to remain focused as conditions become tougher.

Kandi Ravi won the Shoppers Stop and Titan Chess Tournament at Sainikpuri in Hyderabad, topping a 94-player field with six points from six rounds. Y. Aditya finished second with five points and Rasaraj Kataki third with four points.

Iga Swiatek extended her winning streak to seven with a dominant Cincinnati Open victory over Emiliana Arango. Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina also advanced, while Taylor Fritz, Felix Auger-Aliassime, Mirra Andreeva and Joao Fonseca progressed in the tournament

India U20 will play two closed-door friendlies against Yemen in Bengaluru on August 20 and 23 as part of preparations for the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers before departing for Tashkent later this month

Cristiano Ronaldo has indicated that the current season could be his last, saying he wants to leave a "spectacular legacy". The Portugal captain also spoke about his plans after retirement, including spending more time with family and pursuing interests beyond football

SC Delhi recovered from an early setback to thrash FC Raengdai 5-1 and book a Durand Cup semi-final against East Bengal, who defeated Indian Army FT 1-0. Joseph Sunny's second-half brace inspired Delhi's emphatic comeback in Ranchi

Hyderabad Black Hawks’ Under-21 team won the Guardians Trophy in Goa after defeating hosts Goa 3-1 in the final. Sarthak Singh starred for the champions, winning MVP and Best Attacker honours as the team completed a remarkable title campaign

Hyderabad swimmer Kadiyala Kumara Swamy won gold in the 50m butterfly event at the Telangana Masters Inter-District Swimming Championship held at Amberpet Swimming Complex.