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Jude Bellingham Breaks Silence On Controversial Red Card, Says "It's Difficult When A Referee..."

Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham said his red card for dissent on Saturday against Osasuna was a "misunderstanding" and he had not insulted the referee. The England international was dismissed after 39 minutes of Madrid's 1-1 draw at El Sadar when he exchanged words with referee Jose Munuera Montero, who then reached for his red card. Bellingham said he was expressing his frustration in general rather than directing an insult at the official. "I think you can see clearly in the video, I remember the incident very well, it was an expression (I was saying) to myself," said the 21-year-old.

"With A Heavy Heart...": Worrying Prediction Made For Virat Kohli And Rohit Sharma Ahead Of Champions Trophy

India enter the Champions Trophy 2025 as one of the favourites, but the tournament may end up having extra significance for them if the words of former Indian cricketer-turned-pundit Aakash Chopra is anything to go by. Chopra has suggested that there is a strong possibility that this tournament could be the last time senior stalwarts of the side like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Shami play a major ICC event. All players are well over 30 years of age.

23-Year-Old Amanda Anisimova Clinches First WTA 1000 Title, Beats Jelena Ostapenko In Qatar Open

Amanda Anisimova clinched the first WTA 1000 title of her career with a 6-4, 6-3 victory over Jelena Ostapenko in a rain-interrupted Qatar Open final on Saturday, a triumph achieved after a "lot of hard work and a lot of tears". At 41 in the world, Anisimova is the lowest-ranked champion in tournament history and the first American to claim the Doha title since Monica Seles in 2002. Ostapenko was coming off a resounding victory over three-time champion and world number two Iga Swiatek in the previous round but Anisimova gave the Latvian a taste of her own medicine, showcasing incredible ball-striking and precision.

Novak Djokovic's Protege Hamad Medjedovic Stuns Daniil Medvedev, Enters Marseille Open Final

Hamad Medjedovic, a protege of Serbian compatriot Novak Djokovic, stunned former world number one Daniil Medvedev to reach the Marseille Open ATP final on Saturday. The 96th-ranked Medjedovic swept past the top seeded Russian 6-3, 6-2, recording his first top 10 win. "I think I played one of my best matches of the week," said 21-year-old Medjedovic who will be playing in his second career final when he tackles champion Ugo Humbert of France on Sunday. "I am really happy. I delivered on my tactics, had a great performance and I am really happy to be through."

Virender Sehwag's Off-Spin, Jasprit Bumrah's No Ball: 5 Unforgettable Moments From Champions Trophy History

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 marks the ninth edition of the tournament, having first been held in 1998 as the 'ICC KnockOut Trophy'. Over the years, the tournament has been won by seven nations, ensuring countless incredible moments on the field. With the Champions Trophy set to return in Pakistan and the UAE, we take a look back at five of the most iconic moments from past editions of the tournament, according to the official website of the International Cricket Council (ICC).

Manchester United Suffer Huge Blow, Star Player Set To Be Ruled Out For Rest Of Season

Manchester United forward Amad Diallo could be sidelined for the rest of the season after suffering ankle ligament damage, according to reports on Saturday. Diallo is believed to have sustained the problem in training, with United yet to confirm the extent of the damage as the 22-year-old awaits further tests. The Ivory Coast international had been one of United's most dynamic performers in a difficult campaign for the troubled Premier League club, netting crucial goals against Manchester City and Liverpool.

Napoli Draw Hands Inter Milan Golden Opportunity To Lead Serie A Title Race

Napoli were held to a 2-2 draw at Lazio on Saturday after Boulaye Dia scored late on as the Italian Serie A leaders thought they were set to move four points clear of Inter Milan. Senegal attacker Dia rolled home a smart low finish in the 87th minute in Rome to deny Napoli victory and give Inter a chance to move top of the pile with a win at Juventus on Sunday. Champions Inter are two points behind Napoli, who have drawn three matches in a row and have failed to beat Lazio in three matches this season, ahead of that clash between fierce rivals in Turin.

"Mujhe Pata Hai...": Rohit Sharma's Confident Response To Shardul Thakur During Lean Patch

India's ODI and Test captain Rohit Sharma returned to form during the side's recently-concluded three-match series against England. While the first match of the ODI series saw Rohit getting dismissed for 2 runs, the second game witnessed one of the finest knocks from his bat. Rohit slammed 119 runs off 90 balls with the help of 12 fours and 7 sixes. The right-handed batter hit the England bowlers all over the park for fun as his knock helped India register a one-sided victory in the game.

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Jude Bellingham Breaks Silence On Controversial Red Card, Says "It's Difficult When A Referee..."

"With A Heavy Heart...": Worrying Prediction Made For Virat Kohli And Rohit Sharma Ahead Of Champions Trophy

23-Year-Old Amanda Anisimova Clinches First WTA 1000 Title, Beats Jelena Ostapenko In Qatar Open

Novak Djokovic's Protege Hamad Medjedovic Stuns Daniil Medvedev, Enters Marseille Open Final

Virender Sehwag's Off-Spin, Jasprit Bumrah's No Ball: 5 Unforgettable Moments From Champions Trophy History

Manchester United Suffer Huge Blow, Star Player Set To Be Ruled Out For Rest Of Season

Napoli Draw Hands Inter Milan Golden Opportunity To Lead Serie A Title Race

"Mujhe Pata Hai...": Rohit Sharma's Confident Response To Shardul Thakur During Lean Patch