Turkey defeated the Czech Republic 2-1, securing a spot in the Euro 2024 knockout phase. Coach Vincenzo Montella's team proved critics wrong after a lackluster performance against Portugal. Turkey's win marks their first advancement to the knockout stage since Euro 2008. Montella praised his team's focus and hard work, stating they deserved the qualification and overcame undeserved criticism. The victory was met with enthusiastic support from Turkish fans in Germany. Turkey's resilience and determination have paid off, as they move forward in the tournament.

South Africa thrashed Afghanistan by nine wickets in the T20 World Cup 2024 semi-final, storming into their first-ever World Cup final. Chasing a meager 57 runs, South Africa cruised to victory with Aiden Markram and Reeza Hendricks remaining unbeaten. Earlier, South African bowlers decimated Afghanistan, bowling them out for a record-low 56 runs in a semi-final. This total also marked Afghanistan's lowest T20I score. South Africa's dominant win sets them up for a thrilling final showdown. Their exceptional performance has made them a force to be reckoned with in the tournament.

Georgia made history by defeating Portugal 2-0, securing a spot in the Euro 2024 round of 16. This marks Georgia's first appearance in the knockout stage of a major international tournament. Mikautadze scored his third goal of the tournament, converting a penalty to seal the win. Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal was outshined by Georgia's impressive performance. The team's victory is a significant milestone in their maiden Euro final tournament. Georgia's win sparks joy and pride among fans, as they look forward to the next round.

Afghanistan suffered a humiliating defeat in the T20 World Cup semi-final, bowled out for a record-low 56 runs against South Africa. Winning the toss, Afghanistan opted to bat but faced a fierce South African bowling attack at the Brian Lara Stadium in Trinidad. The team collapsed, with Rahmanullah Gurbaz dismissed for a duck and Ibrahim Zadran and Gulbadin Naib following soon after. Marco Jansen and Kagiso Rabada led the South African bowling charge, exposing Afghanistan's batting frailties. This defeat marks the lowest team total in T20 World Cup semi-final history, a dismal end to Afghanistan's campaign.

England head coach Matthew Mott says his team is ready for a tough battle against a more dangerous Indian side in the T20 World Cup semifinal. England beat India by 10 wickets in the 2022 semifinal, but Mott insists they are not dwelling on the past. He expects India, led by Rohit Sharma, to play aggressively. Despite Virat Kohli’s poor form, Mott warns against underestimating him. England aims to adapt quickly to conditions and strike first. The semifinal clash takes place in Guyana on June 27.

India faces England in the T20 World Cup semi-final on June 27 at Providence Stadium, Guyana, but heavy rain threatens to wash out the match. Forecasts predict a 60% chance of rain, jeopardizing play throughout the day. According to ICC regulations, if the semi-final is washed out, the team higher in the Super 8 group—India, which topped Group 1—will advance to the final. England, finishing second in their group, would be eliminated. Despite the potential weather disruption, fans hope for a full match between these two cricket powerhouses.

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.