India produced a dominant bowling performance to dismiss New Zealand for just 134 runs in 41 overs during the second ODI at Wellington on November 7. Pacer Gurnoor Brar led the attack with career-best figures of 4/30 in 10 overs. Auqib Nabi, Anshul Kamboj and Axar Patel claimed two wickets each. Daryl Mitchell top-scored for New Zealand with 55 runs, while captain Mitchell Santner contributed 31. Shubman Gill’s decision to bowl first after winning the toss proved effective as Indian bowlers exploited the conditions and maintained pressure throughout the innings. (PC: ANI)

Cricket Australia has defended its 2018 investigation into the Sandpapergate scandal after former Australian batter Usman Khawaja claimed the entire team knew about the ball-tampering incident during the South Africa tour. In excerpts from his upcoming autobiography Sabr, Khawaja alleged that discussions about using sandpaper involved players and staff, challenging the official findings that implicated only Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft. He also claimed the practice was discussed during an earlier Test. Cricket Australia maintained that all relevant information had been considered and expressed confidence in its original investigation. (PC: NDTV)

Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami announced his retirement from Test cricket on Friday, bringing an end to a career spanning more than a decade. The 35-year-old made his Test debut against the West Indies at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens in 2013 and finished with 229 wickets in 64 matches. His final appearance came in the 2023 World Test Championship final against Australia. Shami recorded six five-wicket hauls, with career-best figures of 6/56 against Australia in Perth in 2018. He also scored an unbeaten 56 against England at Lord’s in 2021. The pacer thanked the BCCI and Cricket Association of Bengal for supporting his journey.

Indian mountaineer and endurance athlete Kavita Chand has become the first Indian to complete the Mount Kilimanjaro round trip in under 24 hours, finishing in 22 hours and 36 minutes. She reached Uhuru Peak, Africa's highest point at 5,895 metres, in 12 hours and 46 minutes before descending to Mweka Gate. Her achievement followed months of preparation, including marathon training and high-altitude acclimatisation in Nepal. Chand had also completed the Chicago Marathon as the third-fastest Indian woman. Kilimanjaro is the fifth peak she has climbed in her Seven Summits journey, which involves scaling the highest mountain on each continent. Her expedition was coordinated by Boots & Crampons. (PC: © Instagram/@kaviiiiiic)

New Zealand have suffered a major injury setback as opener Devon Conway has been ruled out of the remaining ODI matches against India after sustaining a concussion during a training session. Conway collided with fast bowler Matt Henry while attempting a catch at Eden Park on November 3. Henry has since been medically cleared and is available for selection in Saturday’s second ODI in Wellington. Left-handed batter Nick Kelly has been called up as Conway’s replacement. India currently lead the five-match series 1-0 after winning the rain-affected opening match by five wickets. (PC: ANI)

India clinched their sixth Asian Champions Trophy title after defeating Japan 4-1 in the final at Mohali, Punjab, on November 5, 2026. Japan took an early lead through Kazumasa Matsumoto in the third minute, maintaining their advantage until half-time. However, India staged a remarkable comeback in the second half. Shilanand Lakra equalised in the 42nd minute, followed by goals from Dilpreet Singh (47th), Jugraj Singh (52nd) and Vivek Sagar Prasad (53rd). The victory secured India's third consecutive championship title and completed an unbeaten campaign with seven wins from seven matches. 

India's 15-year-old badminton player Tanvi Patri scripted history by becoming the first Indian woman to win a women's singles silver medal at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal. She lost a thrilling final against China's Zhang Yi Xin, 15-21, 21-13, 26-24, despite saving five match points and mounting a remarkable comeback. Meanwhile, Indian tennis teenager Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi reached the Chennai Open quarter-finals, becoming the first Indian woman since Sania Mirza in 2012 to achieve a WTA Tour singles quarter-final appearance. Both performances highlight India's emerging talent in international sports. (PC: ESPN)

India defeated Japan 4-1 in the Asian Champions Trophy final to secure a record-extending sixth title. The defending champions, led by Harmanpreet Singh, staged a remarkable comeback after Japan took an early lead. Shilanand Lakra scored the equaliser, turning the momentum in India's favour as the hosts stepped up their attacking game. Dilpreet Singh and Jugraj Singh also found the net before Vivek Sagar Prasad scored India's fourth goal in the fourth quarter, smashing a rebound past the Japanese goalkeeper. India dominated the latter stages of the contest to complete a convincing victory and retain their Asian Champions Trophy crown.

Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football, ending a remarkable 23-year career with Portugal. The 40-year-old forward made 234 appearances and scored 146 goals for his country. His announcement comes weeks after a fallout with national team coach Jorge Jesus, who left him out of a Nations League match, prompting Ronaldo to leave the team camp and receive a 30-day suspension. Confirming his decision in an Instagram video on Thursday, Ronaldo said his journey, which began in August 2003, had come to an end. His greatest achievement was helping Portugal win the 2016 European Championship. Portugal were eliminated by eventual champions Spain in this year's World Cup Round of 16.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s remarkable football journey reflects exceptional determination, discipline and an unwavering desire to succeed. From his early struggles in Madeira, Portugal, to becoming one of football’s greatest icons, Ronaldo has consistently demonstrated the importance of hard work and self-belief. His dedication to fitness, continuous improvement and goal-scoring excellence has helped him maintain an extraordinary career spanning more than two decades. Despite criticism, setbacks and increasing competition, he has continued to challenge limitations and pursue new records. His journey represents resilience, ambition and the relentless pursuit of excellence, inspiring aspiring footballers worldwide. (PC: AP)