After taking the lead by winning the first match, the Tigresses ultimately failed to secure the series. Bangladesh women's team lost the series-deciding third and final ODI against Sri Lanka by seven wickets in Rajshahi, handing the three-match series 2-1 to the visitors.
New Zealand all-rounder Doug Bracewell has been handed a two-year ban after testing positive for cocaine during a match in county cricket, with the sanction taking effect despite his earlier retirement from professional cricket.
Former Nigeria international striker Michael Eneramo has died after collapsing on the field during a match.
Iran’s national football team will be allowed to compete at this year’s FIFA World Cup, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, distancing Washington from speculation that Italy could replace Iran in the tournament.
Italian sports officials have strongly rejected a proposal suggesting that Italy could replace Iran at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the idea as “humiliating” and “offensive”.
Bangladesh women’s hockey team registered a landmark victory, defeating Uzbekistan 3–2 in the Asian Games qualifying round in Indonesia, earning their first-ever international win since the team’s formation.