FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing mounting pressure over his leadership of international football. The Football Association of Wales has announced its withdrawal of support for his candidature for the 2027-2031 term as FIFA president. This marks the first formal vote of no confidence against Infantino by any national football association.
Ahead of the Australia tour, the Bangladesh national cricket team has begun their first practice session in Darwin. After the first day's practice, experienced left-arm spinner Taijul Islam said the tour has started positively and the team has been able to prepare well.
Fast bowler Auqib Nabi has received his maiden India Test call-up after being named in the squad for the upcoming two-match series against Sri Lanka, replacing injured pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah.
Fresh speculation over the future of Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior has been firmly rejected by the Brazilian forward's representatives, who have dismissed reports linking him with a move to Arsenal as "false" and "misleading."
Chelsea have completed the signing of Argentina international Valentín Barco from French club Strasbourg on a seven-year contract, continuing the club's aggressive squad rebuild ahead of the new season.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has appointed Subhadeep Ghosh as the new fielding coach of the Indian men's cricket team, replacing T. Dilip, whose contract was not renewed following the expiry of his latest tenure.