Spanish footballer Jesús de Miguel, a striker for CD Tenerife, has died aged 30, a day after suffering a cardiac arrest following a collision with an opposition goalkeeper during a second-division match. The incident occurred on Monday when FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono rushed out of his area to clear a long ball and struck De Miguel during the challenge. Medical staff rushed onto the pitch and treated the forward before taking him to hospital by ambulance. The match, which was tied 2-2, was abandoned in stoppage time. Tenerife confirmed his death on Tuesday, prompting tributes from clubs and players across Spain. (PC: The times of India)

Formula One driver Arvid Lindblad has unveiled a special Diwali-themed helmet for the Brazilian Grand Prix, paying tribute to his Indian roots and his grandmother, known as Nani. Lindblad will miss celebrating Diwali with his family this year, so he has brought the festival's traditions to the race track. The helmet features traditional rangoli patterns, diyas, a lotus flower and fireworks. Its base also carries a Phulkari-inspired design honouring his Punjabi heritage. Lindblad, who plays an active role in the design, said celebrating Diwali with his grandparents has always been an important part of his upbringing. (PC: NDTV)

Indian badminton stars PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen had to deal with a funding crisis during their recent European campaign, despite winning singles titles at the Hylo Open in Germany. The Sports Authority of India (SAI) did not release funds for the team's four-tournament tour across Finland, Denmark, France and Germany. Players were left to manage travel, food and accommodation expenses themselves, with some competing without their coaches. Sindhu said she was "a bit shocked" by the decision and received financial help from Olympic Gold Quest. SAI blamed the Badminton Association of India for missing the 30-day proposal deadline. (PC: India Today)

India head coach Gautam Gambhir defended the team's decision to leave teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi out of the playing XI for the fifth and final T20I against New Zealand on November 1. Despite India securing an unassailable 3-1 series lead, the 15-year-old missed another opportunity. Gambhir stated that his responsibility was to make the right decisions rather than popular ones, dismissing criticism and social media pressure. He also emphasised that players who have performed consistently over a longer period deserve extended opportunities. Sooryavanshi featured in only two matches, scoring 49 runs, including a quickfire 45. (PC: PTI)

India A recovered from a dramatic batting collapse to finish Day 1 of the second unofficial Test against New Zealand A at 291/7 at Hagley Oval, Christchurch, on October 31. Captain Dhruv Jurel led the recovery with an unbeaten 99 off 155 balls, including 11 fours and three sixes. Devdutt Padikkal contributed 80, while Sai Sudharsan scored 41. India A slipped to 160/6 after losing crucial wickets in quick succession. Jurel then built important partnerships with Manav Suthar and Akash Deep, who remained unbeaten on 25. New Zealand's Fraser Sheat claimed four wickets. (PC: BCCI)

India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan’s struggles in overseas conditions have raised concerns ahead of two major ICC tournaments. His latest setback came against New Zealand in the fourth T20I at Auckland, where he was dismissed for a three-ball duck. Across 10 T20I innings in South Africa, England, New Zealand and Australia (SENA), Kishan has scored 177 runs at an average of 17.7. Overall, he has managed 192 runs in 12 international matches in these conditions. His performances could become a concern as India prepares for the 2027 ODI and 2028 T20 World Cups. (PC: ANI)

New Zealand defeated India by 87 runs in the fourth T20I in Auckland, taking a 3-1 lead in the series and claiming their first win. India were bowled out for 172 for nine while chasing 260, after Jacob Duffy dismissed Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan in the opening over. Duffy finished with four wickets for 23 runs. Earlier, New Zealand posted 259 for seven, their highest T20I total against India. Glenn Phillips struck 107 from 49 balls, while Michael Bracewell scored 65 off 25. Their 115-run fifth-wicket stand came from 41 deliveries. Phillips also completed his third T20I century in 46 balls. India’s defeat was their second-largest by runs in T20Is. (PC: BCCI)

Manisha Bhanwala made history on Friday by becoming the first Indian woman to win a world wrestling championship title. The 29-year-old defeated American wrestler A Elizabeth Nette 8-6 in the women's 59kg final in Astana. Although the 59kg category is not an Olympic weight class, her victory marks a landmark achievement for Indian women's wrestling. India's campaign also saw Neelam Sirohi (50kg) and Kajal Dhochak (76kg) reach finals in Olympic weight categories, winning silver medals. Before Bhanwala, Anshu Malik was the only Indian woman to reach a world championship final, claiming silver in 2021. Vinesh Phogat and Antim Panghal have each won two world championship bronze medals. (PC: HT)

India’s ODI and Test captain Shubman Gill has secured 13th place in SportsPro’s 2026 list of the 50 Most Marketable Athletes, ranking ahead of football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, who stands 14th. Lionel Messi ranks 27th. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have dropped to 85th and 90th positions, respectively, while MS Dhoni ranks 83rd. Three other Indian cricketers—Rishabh Pant (36th), Jemimah Rodrigues (31st), Smriti Mandhana (37th) and Jasprit Bumrah (39th)—also feature in the top 50. Aryna Sabalenka tops the list, followed by Eileen Gu. (PC: X)

Cristiano Ronaldo defeated Lionel Messi in the inaugural Ballon d’Or of All Time (B.O.A.T.) fan vote, winning recognition for his 2008 season at Manchester United. Introduced to mark the Ballon d’Or’s 70th anniversary, the poll invited fans to select the greatest Ballon d’Or-winning season from 10 players who had won the award at least twice. However, the final rankings became a contest between Ronaldo and Messi, with the two footballers occupying all 10 positions. Several celebrated players, including Johan Cruyff, Michel Platini, Marco van Basten, Franz Beckenbauer and Ronaldo Nazario, failed to make the final rankings. Ronaldo scored 42 goals in 2008, helping Manchester United win both the Premier League and Champions League. (PC: AP)