Ralf Reichert, head of the Saudi-based Esports Foundation, with French President Emmanuel Macron. (Pic credit: Esports Foundation) The world’s biggest esports tournament will be staged in Paris this summer after organisers shifted the event from Riyadh due to concerns surrounding the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.The 2026 edition of the Esports World Cup will…

Mustafizur Rahman (Agency Photo) NEW DELHI: Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman has found himself at the centre of attention, both for his cricketing milestone and a growing controversy around his IPL participation. Amid the ongoing debate, Mustafizur took to social media to celebrate a personal achievement and his recent performance in the Bangladesh Premier League…

Zimbabwe’s Blessing Muzarabani (PTI Photo) CHENNAI: With India’s T20 World Cup semifinal hopes on the line, their fans will pray for a big win against Zimbabwe on Thursday and hope that Blessing Muzarabani stays at arm’s length. At 6ft 8in, Zimbabwe’s pace spearhead in this World Cup has been hard to miss. The 29-year-old leads…

India’s captain Suryakumar Yadav and Pakistan’s captain Salman Agha (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri) West Indies all-rounder Jason Holder has weighed in on the India–Pakistan rivalry following the Asia Cup 2025, calling out what he described as excessive on-field theatrics and expressing disappointment over how events unfolded. The Asia Cup once again showcased why clashes between India…

WPL: Delhi Capitals qualify for eliminator after defeating UP Warriorz (ANI) Delhi Capitals had to grind it out but eventually crossed the line, beating UP Warriorz by five wickets in a low-scoring contest to book their place in the Women’s Premier League Eliminator on Sunday. The victory, achieved with eight balls remaining, also ended the…