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After Asia Cup snub, Mohammad Rizwan signs for CPL side St Kitts and Nevis Patriots

Mohammad Rizwan is reportedly set to join St Kitts & Nevis Patriots for CPL 2025 after missing Pakistan's Asia Cup squad. Rizwan joins a strong Pakistan contingent at this year's CPL.

Doubles specialists Errani-Vavassori upset Swiatek-Ruud to win US Open mixed crown

Italians Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori retained their mixed doubles title at the U.S. Open on Wednesday, overcoming third seeds Iga Swiatek and Casper Ruud 6-3, 5-7, 10-6 in a final that showcased the tournament's ambitious new direction.

Asia Cup | Hardik Pandya loses vice-captaincy: India's World Cup-winning star makes big comment

The BCCI selection panel, led by Ajit Agarkar, announced India's squad for the Asia Cup 2025, naming Suryakumar Yadav as captain and Shubman Gill as vice-captain. The exclusion of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shreyas Iyer has raised eyebrows, with Madan Lal questioning Jaiswal's omission and Hardik Pandya's changed role.

Gukesh, Pragg draw in Sinquefield Cup third round, Asian Shooting Championship: Indian Sports LIVE, August 21

Here are all the updates from Indian sports on August 21, 2025.

Swiatek-Rudd knock out Draper-Pegula to make it to US Open mixed doubles final

In very intense semi-finals that took place on August 20 in the Arthur Ashe Stadium, Swiatek/Ruud defeated Pegula/Draper to make it to the final of the US Open mixed doubles competition. In the second game, Errani/ Vavassor defeated Collins/Harrison.

BGMS Season 4: League Stage - Week 1, Day 3 Results and Points Table

BGMS and BGCS are currently underway, with Masters Series teams battling for a direct spot in the finals, while Challengers Series teams are competing for a chance to face the remaining Masters in the Playoffs.

“Not a showmance”: Body language expert reveals real truth behind Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s chemistry

Body language expert Inbaal Honigman analyzed Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's podcast appearance, revealing genuine intimacy through eye contact, laughter, and supportive gestures. Honigman emphasized Travis's admiration for Taylor and their authentic connection, dismissing any notion of a publicity stunt. Their openness suggests a real bond as Swift prepares to release her new album.

“It’s a war”: Wayne Gretzky’s legacy came under fire amid Donald Trump’s controversial trade war with Canada

Brantford, Ontario, Wayne Gretzky's hometown, faces economic challenges due to U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods. Local businesses, like Roustan Hockey, grapple with new trade restrictions, potentially impacting production and employment. While the tariffs stir controversy around Gretzky's ties to Trump, Brantford residents show resilience by supporting local products amidst economic uncertainty.

'False and malicious': Imane Khelif slams retirement rumours

Algerian Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif has refuted claims made by her former manager, Nasser Yesfah, regarding her retirement from boxing. Khelif, who secured gold in the women’s 66kg category at the Paris Games, firmly stated on her Facebook page that the reports are false and accused Yesfah of betrayal.

Shock in cricket world! ICC breaks silence after Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli go missing from ODI rankings

A technical error briefly removed Indian cricket stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli from the ICC ODI batting rankings, causing confusion as both remain active in the format. Sharma, recently ranked No. 2, and Kohli, at fourth, disappeared from the top 100 before being swiftly reinstated by the ICC after investigation.

Lionel Messi out of Miami's Leagues Cup quarterfinal vs. Tigres

Lionel Messi is out of Inter Miami's Leagues Cup quarterfinal against Tigres UANL on Wednesday night due to an ongoing "minor" muscle injury.

Shubman Gill's Asia Cup inclusion backed by Kaif: Has 2000 IPL runs in last 3 years

Mohammed Kaif backed the decision to have Shubman Gill as India's vice-captain at the Asia Cup 2025. Kaif feels that Gill doesn't lack in any area at the moment and praises his leadership qualities.

Jake Paul, Gervonta Davis book Nov. 14 boxing match in Atlanta

Jake Paul and WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis have booked a boxing exhibition match for Nov. 14 in Atlanta, the two sides confirmed to ESPN on Wednesday.

Eze and Guéhi to start in Palace Conference League opener

Oliver Glasner has said that Eberechi Eze and Marc Guéhi will both start Crystal Palace's Conference League play-off first leg against Fredrikstad.

Source: Fever's Caitlin Clark suffered bone bruise in workout

Fever star Caitlin Clark, already out with a groin issue, suffered a bone bruise on her left ankle during a workout earlier this month, a source told ESPN, confirming a Fieldhouse Files report.

Neymar reasons with upset Santos fans at training ground

The fallout from Santos' 6-0 defeat against Vasco da Gama continued on Tuesday as Neymar confronted angry fans at the club's training ground.

FC Goa's ACL 2 qualification gives Indian club football a rare glimmer of joy

India's FC Goa beat Oman's Al Seeb 2-1 in their AFC Asian Champions League 2 qualifier on Wednesday.

Meet Awonder Liang: The atypical GM hunting chess' elite

"Chess is a very important part of your life, but it can't really be everything," says USA's Awonder Liang.

Experience, defensive prowess the key as Anish Giri charts path to World Championship

"When I play a lot of players, what I immediately see is mistakes," says Anish Giri

Vincent Keymer takes aim at D Gukesh's crown with Chennai Grand Masters win

Keymer's last trip to Chennai was to help Gukesh become world champion - now he has his biggest classical win.