India batting stalwart Ajinkya Rahane announced his retirement from all forms of international cricket on Thursday, July 30. We take a look back at some of his best contributions in the red-ball format for India.

Middle-order batter Ajinkya Rahane, who served as India's stand-in Test captain on several occasions, announced his retirement from international cricket on Thursday, ending his pursuit of a recall to the Test side.

FIFA's controversial proposals to sell stakes in its major competitions could win support from smaller nations attracted by a major funding boost, according to a football finance expert.

Australia coach Andrew McDonald says Ben Stokes has "a lot of good cricket left in him" and believes England's new Test coach should lure him out of international retirement for the Ashes.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that the proposed launch of a private subsidiary to exploit the commercial benefits of the World Cup was "an opportunity but not an obligation".

He said he was conscious he needed to win back fans' hearts after his surprise decision to leave in 2023 for a Saudi Arabia coaching job, just days after being given additional responsibilities for the Italian Under 21 and Under 20 teams.

Their contrasting styles helped define one of football's greatest rivalries, with both players setting new standards over nearly two decades while inspiring discussions over different paths to greatness.

While FIFA is the sport's global governing body, much of football's commercial strength lies elsewhere -- particularly in Europe, where UEFA controls many of the game's most valuable competitions. Here's how the sport is organised.

Since the 1-0 defeat by Spain in the July 19 final in New Jersey, Messi has spent time with his family in his hometown of Rosario, Argentina.

If Bangladesh is serious about competing beyond South Asia, the transformation must begin at home.

The series, originally scheduled for 2025 before being postponed to September this year, remains uncertain amid strained relations between the two neighbouring countries.

Disciplinary proceedings were also opened against several players after the final in New Jersey where Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra-time.

Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) president Tabith Awal on Wednesday confirmed that FIFA has formally communicated a proposal under which member associations could receive up to $40 million if they back a plan to sell stakes in the governing body's major competitions, including the FIFA World Cup.

Bangladesh had beaten Kazakhstan 3-2, Nepal 3-2 and Sri Lanka 3-2 before defeating Uzbekistan 3-0 in the semifinals

Critics fear it could erode transparency, weaken governance and place commercial interests ahead of the game's long-term integrity.

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Tamim Iqbal confirmed at a press conference in Mirpur on Wednesday that Litton Das has been appointed ODI captain, adding the 50-over format to his T20I captaincy and replacing Mehidy Hasan Miraz.

Neymar appeared to confirm his retirement from international soccer, saying he no longer wanted to play for Brazil, weeks after suggesting his international career had ended following their World Cup last-16 loss to Norway.

Organisers credited the bumper figures to the first rain-free Wimbledon since 2019 and the unexpected semi-final run of British wildcard Arthur Fery, which helped offset potential viewer losses to the World Cup.

FIFA has told member associations they will each receive $40 million if they back a plan to sell stakes in major competitions -- but they must sign up by September 19.

World football's governing body said Tuesday it would retain a majority share in FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) but hoped to raise $4.2 billion later this year by "carefully selecting long-term investors who will purchase minority, non-controlling interests".