Congo shirts to key chains, fans flock for World Cup mementos
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Cricket’s force for good needs repair
The third and final stage of the 2026 women’s T20 World Cup generated some compelling cricket, not all of it flawless. One of the most noteworthy outcomes was Ireland’s first ever T20 World Cup victory. The team had almost achieved that historic landmark against New Zealand on June 19, failing to score 34 runs from the last 24 deliveries and 15 from the final over. They lost by four runs. Afterwards, the Irish players and coach talked about the need to play the top teams more often in order to gain experience in critical moments.
Canadiens ink standout rookie Ivan Demidov to 8-year extension - ESPN
The Montreal Canadiens have locked up winger Ivan Demidov, the best rookie forward in the NHL last season.
Red Sox star weeps for earthquake-hit Venezuela after home run, gets tossed by umpire minutes later
Dan Dakich unloads on a pathetic new low for the WNBA after Phoenix Mercury head coach Nate Tibbetts defended Alyssa Thomas's shocking throat punch of Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark.
Ireland make history with stunning T20 victory over world champions India
Ireland stunned India to win their first T20 match in Belfast by 34 runs and complete a historic first victory in any format against the reigning world champions.
Maple Leafs make forward Gavin McKenna first pick of NHL draft
Gavin McKenna will continue sporting blue and white.
Pulisic starts on bench for U.S.; Turner in goal for group finale - ESPN
INGLEWOOD, Calif. — United States men's national team attacker Christian Pulisic remained on the bench for the Americans' group-stage finale against Türkiye.
Cubs acquiring LHP David Peterson from Mets, sources say - ESPN
The Chicago Cubs, desperate to bolster a starting rotation ravaged by injuries, agreed to acquire struggling New York Mets left-hander David Peterson in exchange for minor league infielder Cole Mathis on Wednesday night, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan, hours after completing a doubleheader sweep of the Mets at Citi Field.