'We know how to fight through adversity': Women footballers eye world stage

Captain Afeida Khandakar, her voice steady with emotion, said: “This is a moment we will never forget."

Alcaraz survives Rublev test to stay on course for Wimbledon hattrick

Carlos Alcaraz again tested the nerves of his legions of fans on Sunday before dismissing Andrey Rublev to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals and stay on track for a third straight title.

WATCH / 25 years since Test status: How far have Bangladesh come?

On June 26, 2000, Bangladesh became the 10th nation to gain Test status from the ICC -- a historic milestone that sparked hope and pride across the country.

Cricket

Cricket

India resume quest to level England series after rain delay

India's bid for a series-levelling win on the last day of the second Test against England in Birmingham on Sunday finally got going after a rain delay of more than an hour and a half.

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Bangladesh climb to ninth spot in ODI rankings

Bangladesh ended their seven-match losing streak in ODIs yesterday with a 16-run win over Sri Lanka in Colombo and with it have also climbed up one spot in the ODI rankings and have returned to ninth position.

17h ago

Shakib to play for Dubai Capitals in GSL

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has been roped in by Dubai Capitals for the upcoming edition of the Global Super League and is set to compete against Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) franchise Rangpur Riders in the event, set to begin in Guyana on July 10.

20h ago

Australia's Green hopes fifty against WI can be turning point

Australia batter Cameron Green hopes his vital half-century on day three of the second Test against the West Indies in Grenada can turn around a poor run of form and cement his spot in the top order.

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‘Gill is outrageous’: New India captain rewrites Test history

Following his commanding 269 in the first innings, Gill also became the first batsman in 148 years of Test history to make score of 250 and 150 in the same match.

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Newcomers step up as Tigers square series

It was also the first win as captain for Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who had endured five straight defeats before this game. Their last ODI win had come back in November against Afghanistan in Sharjah.

1d ago

Middle order spoils decent start

“We need to learn from our mistakes.” This statement is the staple of Bangladesh players, uttered almost every time they lose a game.

1d ago

Gill's second century puts India on course for big victory

After India captain Shubman Gill had scored another masterful century at Edgbaston, India fast bowlers Akash Deep and Mohammed Siraj blew away England's top order.

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Football

Football

Porto appoint Farioli as head coach

 Former Ajax Amsterdam and Nice manager Francesco Farioli has been appointed head coach of Porto on a two-year contract, the Portuguese side said on Sunday.

Arsenal sign Spain midfielder Zubimendi from Real Sociedad

Arsenal have signed defensive midfielder Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad on a long-term contract, the Premier League club said on Sunday as the club reinforced a key position weakened by departures last month.

India snatch Women's Asian Cup spot, Nepal narrowly miss out

Chinese Taipei, North Korea, India, the Philippines, Uzbekistan and Vietnam confirmed their spots at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026 on Saturday as Nepal missed out narrowly.

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More Sports

100 not out: Djokovic marches on at Wimbledon

Djokovic's 100 wins puts him behind only Roger Federer's 105 victories in the men's game and nine-time winner Martina Navratilova's all-time record of 120.

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Wimbledon / Sinner demolishes Martinez to reach last-16

The Italian three-time Grand Slam champion eased past his 52nd-ranked opponent 6-1, 6-3, 6-1.

1d ago

Former champion Rybakina crashes out of Wimbledon

Former champion Elena Rybakina became the latest star to suffer a shock Wimbledon exit losing to Denmark's Clara Tauson 7-6 (8/6), 6-3 on Saturday.

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Bangladesh thrash Lanka in Asian youth hockey

Bangladesh men’s team registered a massive 13-0 win against Sri Lanka to improve their chances of qualifying for the semifinals of the Men’s U-18 Asia Cup Hockey in Dazhou, China on Saturday.

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Coach Ivanisevic slams Tsitsipas after early Wimbledon exit

Goran Ivanisevic gave a scathing assessment of Stefanos Tsitsipas, saying he has "never seen a more unprepared player" in his life following the Greek world number 26's opening round exit at Wimbledon.

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Sabalenka outguns Raducanu to reach Wimbledon last 16

Aryna Sabalenka overcame a fierce challenge from Emma Raducanu and a partisan Centre Court crowd to stay on track for her first Wimbledon title on Friday.

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Erratic Alcaraz battles into Wimbledon fourth round

Carlos Alcaraz survived another erratic performance on Friday, battling to a 6-1, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 win over Germany's Jan-Lennard Struff to stay on track for a third straight Wimbledon crown.

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The pieces are set, in a name to remember

A landmark event in Bangladesh’s chess calendar gets underway today, as Dhaka plays host to the inaugural GM Zia Memorial chess tournament. The event is a tribute to the late Grandmaster Ziaur Rahman, one of the most revered names in the nation’s sporting history.

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'We know how to fight through adversity': Women footballers eye world stage

Captain Afeida Khandakar, her voice steady with emotion, said: “This is a moment we will never forget."

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Alcaraz survives Rublev test to stay on course for Wimbledon hattrick

Carlos Alcaraz again tested the nerves of his legions of fans on Sunday before dismissing Andrey Rublev to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals and stay on track for a third straight title.

7h ago

Australia crush West Indies in Grenada to secure series victory

 Australia overwhelmed the West Indies by 133 runs in the second test in Grenada on Sunday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series with one match remaining.

8h ago

Sharfuddoula Saikat has been excellent: Harsha Bhogle lauds Bangladeshi umpire

Prominent cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle has heaped praise on Bangladeshi umpire Sharfuddoula Ibne Shahid Saikat for his commendable performance during the second Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy between England and India at Edgbaston.

8h ago

England second-best to India, got toss wrong, says McCullum

England were second-best in all departments in a heavy test loss to India at Edgbaston after they misread the pitch and made the wrong decision at the toss, coach Brendon McCullum said after his team lost by 336 runs on Sunday.

9h ago

Sabalenka downs former doubles partner to power into Wimbledon quarters

World number one Aryna Sabalenka marched into the Wimbledon quarter-finals on Sunday as her former doubles partner Elise Mertens fell short of upsetting the US Open champion.

10h ago

Akash Deep 10-for helps India beat England by 336 runs

Akash Deep took 10 wickets in a Test match for the first time as India thrashed England by 336 runs at Edgbaston on Sunday for a series-levelling win.

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South Africa's Mulder makes record score as new Test captain

South Africa’s stand-in captain Wiaan Mulder scored an unbeaten double century to set a record for a new test skipper and help his side to a formidable 465 for four wickets on the first day of the second test against Zimbabwe in Bulawayo on Sunday.

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Musiala out for 'long period' with broken fibula: Bayern

Bayern Munich playmaker Jamal Musiala will be out for a "long period" after he suffered a broken fibula and an ankle dislocation at the Club World Cup, the German champions said on Sunday.

13h ago

Bangladesh cruise to third straight win

Bangladesh cruised into the semifinals of the U-18 Men’s Asian Cup hockey tournament with a 5-2 win against China in their third group match in Dazhou, China on Sunday.

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