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Manchester United Beat Real Madrid To The Signing Of Leny Yoro from Lille

Premier League outfit Manchester United announced the signing of young defender Leny Yoro from Ligue 1 side Lille on a contract that will run until 2029. The club released an official statement to announce the signing of the 18-year-old defender, which read, "Manchester United is pleased to confirm that Leny Yoro has joined the club, subject to registration. The French defender has signed a contract until June 2029, with the option to extend for a further year."

Marseille Sign Greenwood From Man Utd Amid Controversy

Marseille have signed striker Mason Greenwood from Manchester United, the Ligue 1 side announced on Thursday, despite the objection of some of the French club's fans. The 22-year-old, who has played once for England, was suspended in January 2022 by Manchester United following allegations of attempted rape and sexual assault but prosecutors dropped charges in February 2023. He spent last season on loan at Getafe in La Liga. "Olympique de Marseille are delighted to announce the signing of Mason Greenwood from Manchester United. The 22-year-old striker has signed for the club following a successful medical," said the French club on their website.

On Past Conflicts With Gautam Gambhir, Virat Kohli's Clear Message To BCCI

As Gautam Gambhir begins his stint as the head coach of the Indian cricket team, many were left wondering what the situation would mean for Virat Kohli, a player who has had numerous on-field tussles with the former India opener. After Rahul Dravid's exit as India's head coach was confirmed, Gambhir emerged as the clear and favourite alternative, especially considering the work he has done in the Indian Premier League (IPL) over the last 2-3 years. With Virat Kohli also giving the nod to be a part of India's ODI assignment against Sri Lanka, it would be the first time that he would be working with Gambhir in the same team.

Ultimate Sacrifice From Australia Hockey Player, Amputates Part Of Finger For Olympics

Australian hockey player Matt Dawson has made the ultimate sacrifice to be at the Paris Olympics by having part of his finger amputated in order to play. The 30-year-old, who was a member of the silver medal-winning team three years ago in Tokyo, recently broke the ring finger on his right hand, plunging his bid to compete at a third Olympics into doubt. Doctors advised him to put it in a cast and let it recover or have the top cut off.

FIFA Says Opening Probe Into Argentina Players' Racist Chants

FIFA said on Wednesday it was opening an investigation into racist chants by Argentina players after they won the Copa America. "FIFA is aware of a video circulating on social media and the incident is being looked into," a spokesperson for world football's governing body said. They added: "FIFA strongly condemns any form of discrimination by anyone including players, fans and officials." The chants were heard during a live video posted on social media by Chelsea and Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez from the team bus in the wake of the Copa victory over Colombia in Miami on Sunday.

Scary Head Injury Leaves South African Bowler Bleeding In Major League Cricket

The Major League Cricket saw a scary moment take place, as fast-bowler Carmi le Roux was hit on the head by a hard shot from batter Ryan Rickleton. San Francisco Unicorns bowler le Roux was bowling his second over when Seattle Orcas batter Rickleton's shot caught him by surprise and slammed onto his head. The nasty blow left le Roux's face completely bloodied. Thankfully, le Roux was still in his senses despite the hit, and walked off without any help from his teammates.

Promoted As T20I Captain Over Hardik Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav Made His Leadership Stance Clear

India's newly-crowned T20I captain, Suryakumar Yadav, was given the team's leadership responsibility on Thursday. Though it looked like Hardik Pandya would get the role, having been Team India's vice-captain under Rohit Sharma for a long time, the all-rounder's repeated fitness issues prompted the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selection committee to look for an alternative. After Surya was named the team's skipper in the shortest format, an old video of his emerged on social media in which the new 'captain' could be seen talking about his mindset as a leader.

Ishan Kishan Snubbed Again, Report Reveals Only Way India Star Can Return

Shreyas Iyer, the IPL-winning skipper of the KKR team of which Gambhir was the mentor, made a deserving national comeback after a rap on the knuckles from the selection committee for repeatedly avoiding domestic cricket last season. The batter had attributed it to his dodgy lower back. Iyer wasn't technically dropped from ODIs as he had scored a fifty in the last ODI that India played but now that he is back in the mix, he will get his central contract back automatically. But the same can't be said about Ishan Kishan, who is believed to be nowhere on the selection radar.

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Manchester United Beat Real Madrid To The Signing Of Leny Yoro from Lille

Marseille Sign Greenwood From Man Utd Amid Controversy

On Past Conflicts With Gautam Gambhir, Virat Kohli's Clear Message To BCCI

Ultimate Sacrifice From Australia Hockey Player, Amputates Part Of Finger For Olympics

FIFA Says Opening Probe Into Argentina Players' Racist Chants

Scary Head Injury Leaves South African Bowler Bleeding In Major League Cricket

Promoted As T20I Captain Over Hardik Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav Made His Leadership Stance Clear

Ishan Kishan Snubbed Again, Report Reveals Only Way India Star Can Return