Pak vs Eng T20 World Cup predictable XI
Pakistan: Salman Agha (C), Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Usman Khan (wk), Babar Azam, Salman Mirza, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Usman Tariq, Faheem Asharaf, Shaheen Shah Afridi.
England: Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (WK), Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Harry Brook (c), Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Liam Dawson, Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid
2026-02-24 15:39Goals, grit and Ramadan: From Salah to Kanté, footballers who played while fasting
As the holy month of Ramadan unfolds each year, several professional footballers across Europe and beyond take to the pitch while observing the dawn-to-sunset fast. Competing without food or water for long hours poses a unique physical challenge in a sport defined by stamina, speed and endurance.
Yet many Muslim players have continued to feature in top-flight matches during Ramadan, often delivering match-winning performances. Read full story.
2026-02-24 15:38Suryakumar Yadav under fire as Kaif says, ‘Rohit Sharma never used Bumrah like this’
Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has criticised India’s bowling strategy and captaincy decisions following their 76-run defeat to South Africa in the Super 8 stage of the ongoing T20 World Cup in Ahmedabad. Kaif believes the match slipped away between the 7th and 15th overs, when India failed to use Jasprit Bumrah to break the crucial partnership between David Miller and Dewald Brevis.
According to Kaif, former skipper Rohit Sharma handled Bumrah differently, often bringing him back into the attack during the middle overs to claim key wickets. Read full story.
2026-02-24 15:36What’s in Luis Díaz’s Bayern contract? This clause may surprise you
Colombian star Luis Díaz is adjusting to life at Bayern Munich, but his new contract comes with an unusual requirement- he must learn German. The 29-year-old winger has two to three language sessions every week, and the club regularly evaluates his progress.
After playing a key role in Liverpool’s Premier League triumph under Arne Slot, Díaz secured a £65.5 million move to Bayern Munich, signing a four-year deal with the Bundesliga champions. Under manager Vincent Kompany, he has impressed on the pitch, registering 19 goals and 15 assists across all competitions. However, adapting off the field has brought its own challenges. Read full story.
