Tennis legend Rafael Nadal has announced his retirement, set for after the Davis Cup Finals in Málaga this November. The 22-time Grand Slam champion, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in tennis history, shared the emotional news via social media. At 38, Nadal will make his final appearance for Spain in the Davis Cup quarter-final against the Netherlands between November 19 and 21. Nadal’s illustrious career includes 92 ATP titles, 14 French Open titles, and Olympic gold medals in both singles and doubles. Reflecting on his journey, he expressed gratitude for the unwavering support he received.

Rinku Singh praised coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Suryakumar Yadav for allowing the Indian team full freedom to play their natural game, regardless of match conditions. In the 2nd T20I against Bangladesh on October 9, Rinku's 53 off 29 balls, including a crucial 108-run partnership with Nitish Kumar Reddy, helped India post a massive total of 221. Rinku acknowledged that the ball was gripping initially, but he adapted and switched gears as the pitch improved. India clinched the series with an 86-run victory.

Former Indian cricket captain and Congress leader Mohammed Azharuddin appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) today in connection with a money laundering case. The investigation pertains to alleged financial irregularities within the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA), where Azharuddin served as president. The ED is questioning him under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Azharuddin was initially summoned on October 3 but requested a new date, appearing today, October 8. The 61-year-old has denied the allegations, calling them “false” and politically motivated, aimed at damaging his reputation.

India’s first female Olympic gymnast, Dipa Karmakar, announced her retirement after 25 years in gymnastics. Known for her historic fourth-place finish at the 2016 Rio Olympics and for successfully executing the Produnova vault, Karmakar shared the emotional decision on social media. She expressed pride in her journey, recalling how she overcame challenges like flat feet. After missing qualification for the Paris Olympics, she hinted at a future role as a coach or mentor. Karmakar’s career includes a Commonwealth bronze, Asian Championship medals, and prestigious awards like the Khel Ratna and Padma Shri.

Hardik Pandya created history by breaking Virat Kohli’s T20I record for most match finishes with a six, achieving it five times. Pandya's explosive 39* off 16 balls helped India secure a win in the first T20I against Bangladesh, chasing 128 runs. His all-round performance also included 1 wicket for 26 runs, making him India’s fourth-highest T20I wicket-taker with 87 wickets. Bangladesh struggled, setting a target of 127 after being bowled out in 19.5 overs. Arshdeep Singh (3/14) was named Player of the Match. India leads the three-match series 1-0.

Keanu Reeves made his professional auto racing debut on October 5, 2024, at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway during the Toyota GR Cup. The 60-year-old actor spun out at Turn 9 but re-entered the race uninjured. Qualifying 31st out of 35 cars, Reeves ran as high as 21st and finished 25th. Driving the No. 92 BRZRKR car, which promotes his graphic novel "The Book of Elsewhere," Reeves is also scheduled to compete in a second race on Sunday. Previously, he won the celebrity race at the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach in 2009.

Former cricketer and Congress leader Mohammad Azharuddin has been summoned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) over allegations of misappropriating Rs 20 crore during his tenure as the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) president. The charges stem from criminal cases lodged by the Hyderabad Police in 2023, citing fund mismanagement for stadium infrastructure. A forensic audit revealed the diversion of funds between 2020-2023. Azharuddin denied the accusations, calling them politically motivated. Earlier, he was granted anticipatory bail, and ED searches uncovered documents and unaccounted cash in connection with the case.

India achieved a historic 2-0 series victory over Bangladesh in the Kanpur Test, overcoming two-and-a-half days of rain. Under the fearless leadership of Rohit Sharma, India adopted an aggressive approach on Days 4 and 5, racing to 285/9 at a record-breaking rate of 8.22 runs per over. Rohit's bold strategy inspired the team to dismiss Bangladesh and secure a seven-wicket win with two sessions remaining. Bowling coach Morne Morkel praised Rohit’s intent, emphasizing a new era in India's Test cricket. This victory strengthens India's position in the World Test Championship standings as they aim for future success.

In a heartfelt gesture, Virat Kohli gifted an autographed bat to Shakib Al Hasan after India's win over Bangladesh in the second Test in Kanpur. Shakib, who had announced his retirement before the match, may not play in Bangladesh’s upcoming Test against South Africa due to political unrest. India won the rain-hit match by seven wickets, sweeping the series 2-0. Yashasvi Jaiswal’s 51 and Kohli’s unbeaten 29 sealed the victory. Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, and Jasprit Bumrah each claimed three wickets, dismissing Bangladesh for 146 in their second innings.

India's bowling unit delivered a stellar performance on Day 5 of the second Test in Kanpur, dismissing Bangladesh for 146 runs. After resuming at 26/2, Bangladesh struggled to build momentum, with only Shadman Islam (50) and Mushfiqur Rahim (37) contributing significantly to the score. Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, and Jasprit Bumrah each claimed three wickets, showcasing India's bowling depth. Bangladesh's lead of 94 runs sets up a target of 95 for India to secure a historic series victory.