England’s Ollie Robinson faced a nightmare over in a County Championship Division Two match, giving away 43 runs against Leicestershire’s Louis Kimber. The over unfolded with Kimber hitting Robinson for two sixes, a four, and another six, followed by another four and two sixes from no-balls, then a four and a six from additional no-balls, and a single to end. This extraordinary sequence of 6, 6, 4, 6, 4, 6, 4, 6, 1 is the second-highest runs conceded in an over in first-class cricket, just behind Robert Vance's 77-run over in 1989.

Australian batter David Warner has retired from international cricket after Australia's exit from the T20 World Cup. Warner's career ended on a disappointing note as Australia failed to qualify for the semi-finals, losing to Afghanistan in the Super 8 stage. Despite hints of a possible return for the Champions Trophy, Warner's retirement appears final. He had already played his last ODI in 2023 and Test match in 2024. Warner is considered one of the greatest batters of all time, leaving behind a legacy in Australian cricket. His retirement marks the end of an era in Australian cricket.

FC Barcelona has announced the closure of its football academies in India, effective July 1. The academies, located in Mumbai, Pune, Delhi NCR, and Bangalore, were launched 14 years ago to train Indian youth in the club's renowned "La Masia" style. Thousands of players have been trained since 2010, with India hosting two Barca Academy APAC tournaments and participating in 11 Barcelona Academy World Cup editions. The club has not provided a reason for the closure, which was announced on their website. The decision marks the end of an era for Indian footballers who aspired to train in the Barca way.

Afghanistan's cricket team, led by Rashid Khan, made history by defeating Bangladesh and qualifying for their first-ever T20 World Cup semi-final. However, an incident involving all-rounder Gulbadin Naib raised eyebrows. Naib clutched his thigh and fell to the ground, only to return minutes later and take a wicket, sparking questions about the legitimacy of his injury. Captain Rashid Khan downplayed the incident, attributing it to a minor cramp and stating that it didn't impact the game. Despite the controversy, Afghanistan's historic win remains the focus, marking a significant milestone for the team.

In a thrilling match, Austria defeated Netherlands 3-2, securing top spot in Group D. An own goal by Donyell Malen put Austria ahead, but Cody Gakpo equalized for Netherlands. Romano Schmid and Marcel Sabitzer scored for Austria, while Memphis Depay scored Netherlands' second goal. The win gives Austria two wins and one loss in the group stage, while Netherlands finishes with one win, one draw, and one loss. France finished second in the group after drawing 1-1 with Poland. Netherlands must now rely on other results to qualify as one of the best third-placed teams.

Lionel Messi and Argentina secured a dramatic 1-0 win over Chile in their Copa América match at MetLife Stadium. Lautaro Martinez scored the winning goal in the 88th minute, capitalizing on a deflected corner kick from Messi. The goal was confirmed after a lengthy VAR review. Messi played despite receiving treatment for a groin issue in the first half. Argentina's victory sets them up for a spot in the quarterfinals. The win showcases Messi's continued impact on the team, even when not scoring himself. Argentina's persistence paid off, securing three crucial points in the tournament.

England has secured top spot in Group C after a goalless draw with Slovenia. Despite the draw, Slovenia qualified for the next stage alongside Denmark, who also played out a 0-0 draw with Serbia. Denmark finished second in the group, ahead of Slovenia, due to their superior UEFA Qualifiers ranking. The results mean England, Denmark, and Slovenia have secured their places in the next round, while Serbia misses out. The final matchday of Group C ended with a sense of anti-climax, but the teams' fates had already been decided.

France secured a spot in the Euro 2024 Round of 16 after a 1-1 draw with Poland. Kylian Mbappe, playing with a protective mask, converted a penalty in the 56th minute, but Poland's Robert Lewandowski equalized with a penalty in the 79th minute. The result left France in second place in Group D, setting up a more challenging Round of 16 fixture. Austria's surprising 3-2 victory over the Netherlands saw them top the group. Despite the draw, France remains a formidable contender as they progress in the tournament.

Rashid Khan's stellar performance led Afghanistan to a historic T20 World Cup semi-final berth, defeating Australia in the Super 8 stage. Sharing a special message with India's Rohit Sharma, Rashid celebrated as India's victory over Australia also secured Afghanistan's advancement. Rashid's all-round brilliance included scoring 19 off 10 balls and taking three crucial wickets, setting up a semi-final clash with South Africa. The Afghan skipper also became the fastest bowler to reach 150 wickets in T20Is, solidifying his team's standout status in the tournament.

Croatia faced a devastating blow in Euro 2024 as they drew 1-1 against Italy, with a late equalizer denying them a spot in the last 16. Luka Modric, who scored Croatia's goal, expressed profound disappointment at the outcome, hinting it could mark his final international tournament appearance. At 38, Modric's future with the national team is uncertain despite his standout performance. Coach Zlatko Dalic criticized the lengthy added time, exacerbating Croatia's anguish. As Croatia awaits confirmation of their fate, questions linger over the team's composition for future tournaments with aging stars like Modric.