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Pakistan had a day to forget with the bat as India secured a comfortable seven-wicket win in the ACC Women&rsquo;s T20 Asia Cup 2026 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Saturday.

India&rsquo;s bowlers put Pakistan under pressure from the beginning and never allowed them to build a strong total. Prema Rawat and Shree Charani led the attack with three wickets apiece, while Pakistan&rsquo;s batters struggled to find their rhythm throughout the innings.

Pakistan&rsquo;s decision to bat first proved costly. Captain Fatima Sana opted to put runs on the board, but her team could not handle India&rsquo;s bowling attack. Pakistan lost wickets regularly and were eventually dismissed for only 55 runs in 18.1 overs.

Muneeba Ali and Shawaal Zulfiqar gave Pakistan a promising start by putting on 27 runs for the opening wicket. However, the partnership did not last long enough to give the middle order a solid platform.

India broke through in the fifth over when Shafali Verma dismissed Muneeba. The Pakistan opener had managed to hit Verma for a boundary earlier in the over, but the spinner had the final say.

The situation became worse for Pakistan in the very next over. Shree Charani struck twice in quick succession, first removing Gull Feroza without scoring and then sending Zulfiqar back to the pavilion.

Charani&rsquo;s two quick wickets then triggered a major collapse for Pakistan. The team lost its last seven wickets for only 26 runs, with captain Fatima Sana also dismissed for a duck. Despite Tuba Hassan&rsquo;s efforts to hold the innings together, Pakistan were bowled out for their lowest-ever total in women&rsquo;s T20I cricket.

India were never in danger of missing out on the target after Pakistan were restricted to 55. They wrapped up the chase at the cost of three wickets, with 68 deliveries still left in the game. Deepti Sharma and Harmanpreet Kaur remained at the crease until the end and guided their side to victory.

Pakistan did manage to put India under some early pressure. Fatima Sana produced two wickets in the second over, first getting Shafali Verma for 12 before Pratika Rawal departed for four. India had reached 18 runs by then but had already lost two batters.

Harmanpreet Kaur then came out to bat alongside Smriti Mandhana as India looked to steady the innings. The two added only 11 runs before Sana struck once more. Mandhana was the next batter to fall, leaving India on 29/3 after four overs.

Despite the early setbacks, India had very little to chase and were able to finish the game without further damage. Kaur and Deepti kept things simple from there and completed a comfortable victory to further solidify Team India&rsquo;s campaign in the Asia Cup 2026.

India defeated Pakistan by seven wickets after bowling them out for 55 in the Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

Dominant India Outclass Pakistan in Women's T20 Asia Cup 2026

<a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/luka-modric-messi-golden-ball-world-cup-debate/7180-7-0">Luka Modric</a> will remain available for Croatia at the age of 41, continuing a national-team career that has already produced 202 appearances. The AC Milan midfielder is expected to be part of Croatia&rsquo;s squad for their upcoming Nations League fixtures, including two meetings with England.

Modric&rsquo;s decision gives new manager Slaven Bilic the chance to work with the veteran again. Bilic coached Croatia when Modric was beginning his senior international career and is now back in charge after 14 years.

The midfielder&rsquo;s longevity has made him Croatia&rsquo;s record appearance holder since making his debut in March 2006. His continued involvement also gives Bilic one of the most experienced players in the country&rsquo;s history as he starts another spell in charge.

&quot;Of course, Luka&#39;s decision makes me extremely happy,&quot; Bilic said.

&quot;We are all aware what he brings to Croatia, both on and off the pitch.

&quot;I&#39;m looking forward to working with him again, after 14 years, and we both share a strong ambition to keep Croatia a top, successful team, shoulder to shoulder with the best teams in the world.&quot;

Modric&rsquo;s record with Croatia includes two World Cup podium finishes and a runners-up medal. He was awarded the Golden Ball at the 2018 World Cup after Croatia reached the final in Russia, while the team finished third at the 2022 tournament in Qatar.

His international future had been uncertain after Croatia&rsquo;s latest World Cup campaign, with retirement having been considered. Instead, Modric has chosen to continue, extending a spell with the national side that has now passed the 20-year mark.

Croatia&rsquo;s next fixtures will put that decision to an early test. They are scheduled to play the Czech Republic on September 26 before meeting Spain on September 29. England then visit Croatia on October 3, with the return fixture taking place at Wembley on November 12.

For Bilic, Modric&rsquo;s presence means Croatia can call on a player he knows from the beginning of his international career while preparing the team for another Nations League campaign.

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Luka Modric extends international career at 41, committing to Croatia's upcoming Nations League campaign under returning manager Slaven Bilic.

Luka Modric Extends International Career for Nations League

Guyana Amazon Warriors maintained their perfect start to <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/sports/caribbean-premier-league-2026/731/1">CPL 2026</a> with an eight-wicket victory over Jamaica Kingsmen in Providence on Friday, chasing down 160 with 16 balls to spare. The defending champions have now won all five of their matches and moved into second place in the table, behind Antigua and Barbuda Falcons only on points.

The chase was set up by Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Mavendra Dindyal, who put 65 on the board during the powerplay. Dindyal made 33 from 17 balls, including four sixes, before falling, while Gurbaz continued to anchor the innings and reached 54 from 35 deliveries.

Gurbaz&rsquo;s innings also brought a notable T20 milestone. He became the youngest player to reach 7,000 runs in the format when he moved to 28, and his dismissal in the 13th over left Amazon Warriors comfortably placed at 114 for 2.

Shai Hope and Shimron Hetmyer then completed the chase without allowing Kingsmen back into the contest. Hope finished unbeaten on 39 from 35 balls, while Hetmyer struck 30 from 17 and sealed the result with a six and a boundary during a brisk finish.

Earlier, Jamaica Kingsmen had been in serious trouble after losing six wickets for 87. Maaz Sadaqat&rsquo;s 35 from 34 balls was one of the few substantial contributions during the middle overs, while Dwaine Pretorius and Khary Pierre kept the batting side under pressure.

Hassan Khan changed the complexion of the innings late on. Having made only three runs from his first six deliveries, he accelerated dramatically and finished unbeaten on 62 from 29 balls. He took three consecutive sixes from Imran Tahir in the 19th over before adding two fours and a six against Shamar Joseph in the final over.

That late assault lifted Kingsmen to 159 for 7, giving them a competitive total after they had spent much of the innings struggling for momentum.

Pretorius had earlier provided Amazon Warriors with the breakthrough, dismissing Kirk McKenzie in the opening over before removing Keacy Carty in similar fashion. He finished with two wickets, while Pierre also claimed two.

&quot;It went my way again tonight,&quot; Pretorius said on the broadcast after the match.

The defeat leaves Jamaica Kingsmen third in the CPL 2026 standings, one position behind the defending champions.

Amazon defeats Kingsmen by eight wickets in CPL 2026 as Rahmanullah Gurbaz reaches a 7,000-run T20 milestone during a comfortable chase.

Amazon vs Kingsmen: Amazon Defeats Kingsmen in CPL

NEW YORK: The Williams sisters&rsquo; return to the US Open doubles competition ended in defeat on Friday, as Maya Joint and Chan Hao-ching survived a three-set battle at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

Joint and Chan secured a 6-3, 6-7(6), 7-6(10-7) victory after more than three hours, holding their nerve in the deciding super tie-break to eliminate <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/serena-venus-williams-us-open-doubles-wild-card-2026/7773-5-0">Serena and Venus Williams</a> from the tournament.

The result came four years after the sisters last played together at the <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/sports/us-open-2026/861/1">US Open 2026</a>. Despite the loss, the occasion attracted 23,000 spectators, who gave the American pair a strong reception for their first appearance together at the tournament since 2022.

The match also brought together a remarkable collection of Grand Slam and Olympic success. Serena and Venus have combined for 14 Grand Slam doubles titles, including two US Open championships, and three Olympic gold medals. Their singles careers have produced another 30 Grand Slam titles.

The Williams Sisters&#39; fall in the opener came after they had fought their way back into the contest. Joint and Chan took control early by claiming the first set, but the Americans forced the match into a decider by winning the second-set tie-break 8-6.

The final-set super tie-break remained closely contested before Joint and Chan finished the match 10-7.

Joint, who said Serena and Venus were among her childhood idols, described the experience of facing them as particularly significant. The Australian also said growing up in Michigan had shaped her admiration for the sisters.

&quot;Being able to play against such legends of the game is super special,&quot; said Joint on court.

&quot;I&#39;m lost for words to think of it. She&#39;s my idol, both of them. I grew up in Michigan so I always looked up to them. Being able to play them twice is amazing.&quot;

Serena, 44, arrived for the match in a customised bomber jacket featuring patches celebrating her US Open singles and doubles titles. Venus, 46, carried a matching pink bag as the sisters walked onto court for their latest appearance together.

Maya Joint and Chan Hao-ching edge Serena and Venus Williams in a three-set US Open thriller after the Williams sisters lost the Women's Doubles opener.

Williams Sisters Fall in Opener: Joint & Chan Triumph in US Open

NEW YORK: Aryna Sabalenka is three victories away from another US Open final after overcoming Kamilla Rakhimova in straight sets on Friday. The top seed won 6-3, 6-4 to reach the last 16 and remain on course for a third successive title in New York.

Sabalenka&rsquo;s serve proved decisive throughout the contest. She struck 10 aces among 29 winners and did not allow Rakhimova a single break-point chance, giving the Uzbek little opportunity to disrupt her rhythm.

The match became significantly tighter in the second set, however, as Rakhimova stepped forward and matched Sabalenka&rsquo;s intensity from the baseline. The 92nd-ranked player could not turn that pressure into a break, and Sabalenka eventually found the opening she needed at 4-4.

A break in the ninth game put Sabalenka within one game of victory. She then served out the match to avoid a deciding set and move into the fourth round.

The Belarusian had enjoyed a more comfortable opening set, taking an early break and closing it out in 35 minutes. Rakhimova&rsquo;s response made the second set a different proposition, but Sabalenka maintained her unbeaten service record for the match.

&ldquo;She played incredible tennis, she really pushed me so hard in the second set,&rdquo; Sabalenka said.

&ldquo;I&rsquo;m super happy that I was able to close this match in straight sets because she&rsquo;s a fighter.&rdquo;

Sabalenka&rsquo;s next opponent will be American Taylor Townsend. The match will come with added significance in the rankings, as Sabalenka must win the tournament to have a chance of remaining world No. 1.

She is also attempting to join an elite group by winning the US Open three years in a row. Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova are the last women to have achieved that feat.

For now, Sabalenka&rsquo;s attention turns to Townsend and the fourth-round challenge, with the defending champion having progressed without dropping a set.

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Aryna Sabalenka defeats Kamilla Rakhimova 6-3, 6-4 as Sabalenka reaches into US Open last 16 to keep her title defense alive.

US Open: Sabalenka Defeats Rakhimova to Reach Last 16

Mike Hesson has made it clear that he had no role in the Pakistan Cricket Board&rsquo;s decision to <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/pak-vs-eng-3rd-test-pcb-replaces-seven-players-and-two-coaches/7838-5-0">remove</a> Sarfaraz Ahmed and Umar Gul from their coaching positions. He said those decisions had already been taken before he was given responsibility for the team.

Pakistan are currently preparing for the third and final Test against England at Edgbaston, with the series already out of their reach. The visitors lost the first Test in Leeds before suffering another defeat at Lord&rsquo;s, leaving them 2-0 behind.

The PCB responded to the two losses by making significant changes to the squad. Seven players were released, while five uncapped cricketers were added as the board looked to bring fresh faces into the Test side.

Surprisingly, sweeping changes were also made to the coaching staff. Sarfaraz Ahmed and Umar Gul were both released from their respective roles, with Hesson taking temporary charge alongside bowling coach Ashley Noffke.

When asked about this decision, Hesson stressed that he was not part of the process that led to those changes. He further explained his role in the interim Test setup, saying his main task is now to prepare Pakistan for the final Test and find the right combination for the team.

&ldquo;I don&#39;t think anyone wants these sorts of things to happen in the middle of a series. Clearly not. Those decisions have been made and, from my perspective, it&#39;s a matter of putting a balanced squad together. Whether I&#39;m involved or not, for this Test we need to have some variety in our attack,&rdquo; said Mike Hesson while talking at a press conference.

Hesson also feels that giving younger cricketers more chances could bring a fresh spark to Pakistan&rsquo;s cricket, especially by helping the team regain its strength and identity with the ball.

&ldquo;Pakistan are known for pace, unusual actions and mystery spin. We haven&#39;t really been able to present any of that. We&#39;ve picked some young players who haven&#39;t had three, four or five years of experience, but they have a point of difference,&rdquo; said Mike Hesson.

Furthermore, Hesson emphasized the importance of giving chances to players with unique skills. According to him, this could bring more variety to the lineup, which could work in Pakistan&rsquo;s favor against England at Edgbaston.

When asked specifically about his response to Sarfaraz Ahmed and Umar Gul&rsquo;s removal, Hesson said those decisions were not his, so he could not answer for them.

&ldquo;Umar Gul is a wonderful bowler. He&rsquo;s probably one of the greats. But we&rsquo;ve had to look at how we can support the new bowlers coming through, the young bowlers. Certainly, they&rsquo;ve worked incredibly well with Ashley Noffke over the last few weeks,&rdquo; said Mike Hesson.

&ldquo;But those decisions were also made. They weren&rsquo;t my decisions. Sarfaraz and Umar Gul were removed, and I was asked to come in and take over. So those are questions that are not for me to answer,&rdquo; added Mike Hesson.

Mike Hesson clarified that he had no role in the PCB’s decision to remove Sarfaraz Ahmed and Umar Gul, saying the changes were made before he took charge.

Mike Hesson Denies Role in Sarfaraz, Umar Gul’s Removal

Al-Hilal secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over Al-Shabab in their Saudi Pro League clash, earning three important points with a controlled performance. The league leaders made the most of their chances and kept Al-Shabab away from finding a way back into the game.

The match remained goalless during the first half, with both sides struggling to break the deadlock. Al-Hilal, however, returned from the break with greater intent and soon found the breakthrough. Sergej Milinkovic-Savic opened the scoring in the 53rd minute, giving his side a 1-0 lead.

The goal changed the mood of the game as <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/al-hilal-defeat-al-fayha-in-saudi-pro-league-2026/7664-5-0">Al-Hilal</a> looked to build on their advantage. Al-Shabab had to take more risks in search of an equalizer, but Al-Hilal stayed organized and dealt with the pressure well.

The visitors eventually doubled their lead late in the match. Ruben Neves converted a penalty in the 87th minute to make it 2-0 and put the result beyond doubt. The Portuguese midfielder kept his composure from the spot and gave Al-Hilal a comfortable cushion heading into the final stages.

Al-Shabab were unable to produce a response after conceding the second goal. Al-Hilal remained in control and saw out the remaining minutes without allowing their opponents to seriously threaten their lead.

The victory further highlights Al-Hilal&#39;s strong position at the top of the Saudi Pro League table. The Riyadh-based side entered the match as the league leaders and strengthened their position with another win. Their ability to remain patient after a scoreless first half also played an important role in the result.

For Al-Shabab, the defeat was a frustrating outcome after they managed to keep Al-Hilal from scoring before the interval. Their defensive work had kept the game level for much of the contest, but they could not maintain that resistance after the break.

Talking about the specifics, Milinkovic-Savic&#39;s goal proved to be the turning point, while Neves&#39; late penalty sealed the three points for Al-Hilal. The 2-0 result means the league leaders continue their strong run and will look to carry this momentum into their next Saudi Pro League fixture against Neom.

Al-Hilal defeated Al-Shabab 2-0 in the Saudi Pro League, with Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Ruben Neves scoring after the break to secure three important points.

Al-Hilal Extend Winning Run With Comfortable Win Over Al-Shabab

Carlos Alcaraz has reached the second week of a Major after returning from an injury that kept him out for almost five months. The Spaniard booked his place in the US Open Round of 16 by comfortably beating Wu Yibing 6-3, 6-4, 6-1 in the third round.

Alcaraz looked far more comfortable from the start than he had in his opening two matches. He put Wu under pressure right away and grabbed an early break to take control. However, his advantage did not last for long, as Wu found a way back into the set by breaking the Spaniard&#39;s serve midway through.

Alcaraz did not allow that setback to change the momentum for long. He immediately broke back and soon added another break to put himself firmly in charge. From that point, he stayed in control and finished off the opening set without much trouble.

The second set was much tighter, with both players breaking each other&rsquo;s serve once. After that, neither player was able to take control. The rallies got longer, while both Alcaraz and Wu made a number of unforced errors.

There were chances for either player to take charge, but neither could make the most of them. <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/carlos-alcaraz-defeats-jamie-faria-in-us-open-2026/7907-5-0">Carlos Alcaraz</a> eventually found the opening he needed late in the set. He put pressure on Wu during his service game and got the break he needed to win the second set.

Alcaraz took full control in the third set and looked much stronger on court. He has now won every match in which he has taken the first two sets, and this time was no different.

Wu tried to stay in the match during the opening game, but once Alcaraz won it, the result seemed almost decided. The Spaniard continued to play better, while Wu struggled to keep up. As a result, the defending champion finally sealed the victory and booked his place in the next round of the tournament where he will face Tommy Paul in a thrilling clash.

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Wu Yibing convincingly to reach the US Open Round of 16 after returning from a nearly five-month injury layoff.

Carlos Alcaraz Beats Wu Yibing to Book US Open Round of 16 Spot

Real Betis pulled off a stunning 1-0 victory over Real Madrid in the latest La Liga 2026 clash on Friday. The home side stayed patient throughout the game before Troy Parrott scored the decisive goal in the 81st minute. Real Madrid had a chance to rescue a point late in the match, but <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/kylian-mbappe-net-worth-2026-career-earnings-endorsements-social-media-and-lifestyle-in-pkr/5687-7-0">Kylian Mbappe</a> missed a penalty and Betis held on for all three points.

The game remained goalless for most of the evening, with both teams struggling to find a clear opening in the final third. Real Madrid had plenty of possession and looked to create chances, but Betis defended well and made it difficult for the visitors to break through.

As the match entered its final stages, Betis started to see more opportunities in front of goal. Their persistence finally paid off in the 81st minute when Parrott found the back of the net. The forward&#39;s goal gave Betis a valuable lead with only a few minutes left on the clock.

Real Madrid were then handed a golden opportunity to get back into the game when they won a late penalty. With the pressure firmly on the visitors, Mbappe stepped up to take responsibility from the spot.

However, the French forward could not convert the chance. His missed penalty proved to be a major moment in the match, as Real Madrid failed to find an equalizer before the final whistle. Betis managed to protect their narrow advantage and secured a memorable win over one of the league&#39;s biggest sides.

The result will be a major boost for Betis, who showed plenty of discipline and determination to keep Madrid&#39;s attack quiet for much of the contest. Their defence remained organized during the closing stages, especially after Mbappe&#39;s penalty miss gave the visitors one final chance to avoid defeat.

For Real Madrid, the loss will be a frustrating one. They had the opportunity to take something from the match but could not make the most of their late opening. Mbappe&#39;s missed spot-kick will naturally attract plenty of attention, particularly because it came at a crucial point when Madrid were chasing an equalizer.

The win also gives Betis plenty of confidence as they continue their La Liga campaign. Madrid, meanwhile, will need to respond quickly in their next fixture after suffering a costly defeat on the road.

Real Betis stunned Real Madrid with a 1-0 win as Troy Parrott scored late and Kylian Mbappe missed a crucial penalty.

Real Betis Shock Madrid As Mbappe Fails From The Spot

South Africa secured a place in the T20I Tri-Series final after beating Namibia in a thrilling contest on Friday. The home side fought till the last ball of the match, but South Africa&rsquo;s huge first innings total proved too big for them to chase.

The visitors had a flying start after being asked to bat first. Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Connor Esterhuizen put on a huge opening stand and laid the foundation for a total of 228-4 from 20 overs.

Pretorius was in an attacking mood throughout his innings. He reached 101 from 53 balls, hitting 5 fours and 8 big sixes. Esterhuizen also kept up the pressure from the other end, making 88 off 40 balls with six fours and eight sixes.

Besides them, Rubin Hermann also played a brief cameo in the end that helped the Proteas post a gigantic total on the board.

From the bowling perspective, Gerhard Erasmus and Ruben Trumpelmann were the only notable bowlers to make a breakthrough, taking one wicket each. Besides them, no other Namibian bowler managed to pick up a wicket, as South Africa remained in complete control throughout the innings.

Coming out to bat, Namibia had South Africa under pressure for much of the chase but eventually ran out of runs. Needing 229 to win, the hosts managed 217-3 in their 20 overs and missed the target by 11 runs.

Louren Steenkamp and Jan Frylinck kept Namibia in the game with attacking fifties at the top of the order. Steenkamp made 61 from 44 balls, hitting five fours and three sixes, before having to leave the field after retiring hurt.

Frylinck then carried the innings forward and ended up as Namibia&rsquo;s leading scorer. He struck 72 from 36 deliveries, smashing six fours and five sixes. His aggressive batting kept Namibia within reach of what would have been a memorable chase.

Meanwhile, Gerhard Erasmus tried to take the game deep after Frylinck&rsquo;s departure. The Namibia captain made an unbeaten 30 from 26 balls, with one four and one six. Ruben Trumpelmann then added 21 from 10 balls to give the hosts some hope in the final overs. However, South Africa held their nerves and delivered tight final overs to restrict the home side to 217 in the second innings.

With this victory, South Africa have now secured their place in the final of the T20I Tri-Series. Their title clash against Zimbabwe will take place on Sunday at the same venue.

South Africa defeated Namibia by 11 runs in a thrilling T20I Tri-Series clash to reach the final against Zimbabwe on Sunday.

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