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Ronaldo, Portugal beat Russia 1-0
An eighth-minute header from Portugal's captain secured victory vs. Russia. Ronaldo's header, from a Raphael Guerreiro cross, means the European champions go top of Group A at the Confederations Cup.
Cricket
How the Kohli-Kumble saga played out.
Anil Kumble resigned as India coach saying his relationship with the captain was 'untenable'
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India
Football
New coach Jamil is East Bengal's gain -- and ISL's loss
It will be interesting to see how Khalid Jamil adapts to the heady cocktail of East Bengal's history and the fickle nature of Kolkata club officials.
Field Hockey
HWL: India slight favourites against talented Malaysia
India play Malaysia in the quarterfinals of the World League Semi-final in London on Thursday evening and after only one defeat in the group stages, they go in as slight favourites.
Top Headlines
FIFA Confederations Cup
Marcotti: The price of VAR 'justice'
There have been some hiccups in VAR's introduction at the Confederations Cup. Gab Marcotti asks whether the system's decisions have been worth it.
Formula 1
Todt: New teams interested in joining F1
FIA president Jean Todt says prospective teams have "recently" expressed an interest in joining the Formula One grid in the near future.
Tennis
Mirza: 'I support my husband but I support India too'
After being criticised for being even-handed on twitter after Pakistan beat India in the Champions Trophy final last Sunday, Sania Mirza opens up about the famed rivalry and social media trolls.
India
Cricket
India
Cricket
Kumble resigns as partnership with Kohli becomes 'untenable'
Anil Kumble has stepped down as India coach, four days before a limited-overs tour of the Caribbean
Cricket
Will Kumble's departure hurt India?
Given the success they achieved in his tenure, will India be able to find a replacement who matches up to Anil Kumble?
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Cricket
"The breakdown was irreparable."
Sambit Bal believes the series of events that led to Anil Kumble's departure from his role as India coach sets a dangerous precedent for future coaches
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English Premier League
Prem needs the likes of Ronaldo, Alves
Dani Alves and Cristiano Ronaldo are attracting interest from the Premier League. This might turn out to be a transfer summer dominated by veterans.
Cricket
Duminy happy to let Shah Rukh sign the autographs.
JP Duminy spoke at the launch of the T20 Global League and explained how outreach work would play a crucial role in the future of the Cape Town franchise.
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Australian Open
Badminton
Australian Open: Saina, Sindhu, Srikanth progress
India's Saina Nehwal, Kidambi Srikanth and B Sai Praneeth progressed to the second round of the ongoing Australian Open Superseries after defeating their respective opponents on Wednesday.
Badminton
"Srikanth is the overwhelming favourite among the men."
Debayan Sen and Mohit Shah talk about Kidambi Srikanth's title win at the Indonesian Open and the Indian contingent's chances at the Australian Open.
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Badminton
Unseeded Saina seeks way out of slump
Having had a tough year so far both on and off the court, Saina Nehwal will be looking to give momentum to her comeback at the Australian Open.
Real Madrid
Football
Marcotti: Sagas don't prove "player power"
Marcotti: The summer transfer sagas -- Cristiano Ronaldo, Gianluigi Donnarumma, Marco Verratti -- are seen as "player power" but the opposite's true.
Tennis
Cash: 'Unstoppable' Federer will win Wimbledon.
Former Wimbledon champion Pat Cash believes Roger Federer will be incredibly tough to beat at the 2017 Wimbledon Championships.
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news - uk golf
What a run it was for Lefty and Bones
In a business marked by brief relationships that unceremoniously end on a weekly basis, the quarter-century partnership of Phil Mickelson and caddie Jim "Bones" Mackay was truly amazing.
Tennis News
Manchester United
Football
Mitten: United wary of Ronaldo situation
They've been here before and not got their man, which is why Man United are wary of what's happening with Cristiano Ronaldo, writes Andy Mitten.
Formula 1
Will we get a better second race in Baku?
After the disappointing debut of Baku last year, can the circuit justify its place on the calendar this time around?
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Arsenal
Football
Arsenal fortifying their off-field operations
While most attention this time of year is focused toward on-field additions, Arsenal are working hard to boost their behind-the-scenes operations.
Cricket
ESPNW
Cricketer Ashleigh Gardner is about to do what no one else has ever done
When play starts at the ICC Women's World Cup (June 24 to July 23), Australian Ashleigh Gardner will represent more than just her country -- and she'll be making history while she's at it.
Cricket
WATCH - Sarfraz greeted by thousands in Karachi.
Sarfraz Ahmed surrounded by thousands of people at his house as he brings the Champions Trophy home
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FiveThirtyEight
What makes Markelle Fultz an NBA draft favourite
Fultz is a top overall prospect because he’s very, very good at things that are fundamental to the pro game — pick-and-roll playmaking, pull-up shooting, finishing at the rim.
Tennis
Why we're keeping a close eye on Azarenka, Federer this week
What do you have in store for us at Wimbledon, Victoria Azarenka, Roger Federer and a host of other top stars? This week's results might give us a good indication.
Pakistan
Cricket
Cricket
Rapturous Pakistan greets its champions
Hundreds of fans came to greet the returning cricketers after they beat arch-rivals India in the final of the Champions Trophy
Cricket
A rousing welcome for champions Pakistan.
Celebration scenes from Pakistan after their team arrive home as winners of Champions Trophy 2017
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Pakistan
Pakistan, the Improbables
In today's age when analytics and reason underpin most aspects of life, all the data indicated that Pakistan did not have a chance. How then did their Champions Trophy win happen?
soccer transfers
How much would Ronaldo, Mbappe, Aubameyang cost?
The transfer window is almost upon us and there are plenty of big-name players who are being linked with moves. But how much would they cost?
Force India
Can Force India repeat Baku podium performance?
Sergio Perez finished third in the inaugural Baku Grand Prix, but can Force India get on the podium this year?
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Tennis
Federer: Grass not my natural surface.
Roger Federer reveals grass and hard courts are not his natural surfaces but relishes the challenge of playing on them.
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news - uk cricket
'More and more girls are hitting the ball hard from ball one'
Bigger shots, bigger scores, faster innings, faster bodies, more diving, more catching - today's women's cricketers tell us how the game has evolved
Ronaldo to leave Madrid?
Real Madrid
Football
What Real could look like without Ronaldo
As unpalatable as losing Cristiano Ronaldo may seem, a future without the Portuguese striker could actually look quite bright for Real Madrid.
Football
Mbappe in, Ronaldo out at Real Madrid?
The FC panel remark on the continued rumours of Ronaldo's exit from Madrid, and if that means Mbappe would fill his place.
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Manchester United
Football
Fans' verdict on Ronaldo-De Gea swap
Would Manchester United fans be happy with a Cristiano Ronaldo-David Gea player swap? ESPN FC asked United bloggers Scott Patterson and Musa Okwonga.
Cricket
Are Ashwin and Jadeja declining ODI forces?
India's two leading spinners took only five wickets between them in the Champions Trophy, but is that a surprise considering how little one-day cricket they have played recently?
Azarenka, Kvitova rejoin Tour
Tennis
Azarenka to return to the top after having a child.
Former World number one Victoria Azarenka believes that having a child has made her more focused and determined to improve.
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Tennis
Kvitova 'can't describe' excitement to re-join WTA tour.
Petra Kvitova looks forward to competing in her first WTA tour event since returning from injury.
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Transfer Talk
FIFA Confederations Cup
Marcotti: Germany's reserves pass their test
Gab Marcotti: The Germany side that beat Australia 3-2 isn't a "2.0" or "Next Generation" but are a squad fighting for World Cup consideration.
Football
Germany outlast Australia in Confed Cup opener.
Andrew Kabuura and Daniel Amokachi break down all the action following Germany's 3-2 Confederations Cup win over Australia.
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Germany
Football
Young Germany can learn from win.
Mark Donaldson and Alejandro Moreno dissect Joachim Low's much-changed Germany side after a narrow win over Australia.
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NBA
Warriors
NBA
Sources: Durant to opt out, re-sign with GS
Sources tell ESPN's Chris Haynes that Golden State forward Kevin Durant will decline his player option for the 2017-18 season and technically become an unrestricted free agent on July 1 before re-signing with the Warriors.
Warriors
NBA
Warriors GM looking forward to talks with Durant.
Warriors general manager Bob Myers says he thinks Kevin Durant is happy, and the team definitely wants him back.
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India
Football
I-League suspense far from over
While we know for sure that an expanded ISL will be played later this year, an air of uncertainty still hangs over the I-League's future.
The Undefeated
The Undefeated
Last word on the NBA Finals
Stephen A. Smith says LeBron's reign as king may be nearing an end, and Kevin Durant has ascended.
NBA
Sources: Wade leaning toward $24M option
League sources indicated that Dwyane Wade is leaning toward picking up his player option regardless of who the Bulls draft and whether the team decides to trade All-Star swingman Jimmy Butler.
Transfer Talk
Brazil
Football
Pele: Brazil can't rely on one player.
Brazil legend Pele believes the national team can't rely just on Neymar to be successful.
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NBA
NBA
Sources: Cavs trying to create deal for Butler
The Cavaliers, in addition to their reported interest in Indiana's Paul George, are trying to assemble trade packages that would convince the Bulls to part with Jimmy Butler, sources told ESPN.
NBA
Does Paul George for Kevin Love make sense?
Jalen Rose and David Jacoby debate whether the Cavs and Pacers should consider swapping their key players and how it affects each team.
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Football
Ronaldo rumours
Real Madrid
Football
Ronaldo loves Man United ... but it doesn't mean he's leaving Madrid
Graham Hunter: Cristiano Ronaldo has made no secret of his love for Man United and his unhappiness in Spain. But that doesn't mean his move is imminent.
Football
Ogden: Ronaldo should step up to the plate.
ESPN FC's Mark Ogden addresses the latest news on Cristiano Ronaldo and looks ahead to his upcoming press availability.
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blog - espn fc united
Ogden: United wary of pursuing Ronaldo
Mark Ogden: Any club would want Cristiano Ronaldo if he became available, but Man United are right to be a little wary of making a serious push.
India
Top stories of the week: Super Srikanth, a different win over Pakistan, the unknown archer
Missed catching up on the latest in Indian sport? Worry not, as ESPN gives you the lowdown on the top stories of the past week.
Celtics
NBA
Ainge: Player we would've taken to be at No. 3
Celtics president Danny Ainge said he believes the player the team wants will be available at the No. 3 spot and that Philadelphia's trade offer was the best Boston received for the No. 1 pick "by a significant margin."
Warriors
NBA
Warriors' Kerr wants answers for back issues
Golden State Warriors GM Bob Myers says coach Steve Kerr will be given time throughout the summer to explore medical options that could alleviate ongoing back issues, which continue to plague him nearly two years after back surgery.
Cavaliers
NBA
Cavs part ways with GM Griffin after 3 seasons
According to a source familiar with the breakdown in negotiations, David Griffin had differing views on the vision for the team than owner Dan Gilbert. LeBron James was not consulted on the decision, sources said.
Football
Would Man City be an upgrade for Dani Alves?
Alejandro Moreno contends leaving Juventus for Manchester City wouldn't make sense for Dani Alves.
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Formula 1
F1 reveals 21-race calendar for 2018
The FIA's World Motor Sport Council has approved a 21-race calendar for the 2018 Formula One season.
Cricket
Champions Trophy review
news - uk cricket
Of costly drops, no-balls and golden duck
Scoops, sweeps, infamous drops, audacious hitting - the Champions Trophy had it all. A look back at the most memorable moments from the 2017 edition
Pakistan
Pakistan overcome biggest rival in ICC triumph.
ESPNcricinfo's Melinda Farrell joins SportsCenter to recap Pakistan's thrilling victory over India to take home the ICC Champions Trophy.
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Cricket
Champions Trophy XI: Captain Sarfraz pips Kohli, Tamim in at No. 3
India and Pakistan's best performers occupy seven of the eleven slots, while Kane Williamson is the only one from outside the semi-finalists
Premier League
Prem stars who could move
Some of the Premier League's biggest names are being linked with a transfer. We've put together a gallery of 14 star players who could be leaving the English game.
Tennis
Why Willis' Federer lob is Wimbledon folklore
His remarkable story captured hearts at Wimbledon in 2016, but how on Earth could Marcus Willis possibly top that lob over Roger Federer? Britain's No. 8 sits down with ESPN to discuss the best year of his life and what the 2017 Championships could hold.
Top Headlines
- Becker declared bankrupt by British court
- Bottas in an 'uncomfortable situation' at Mercedes
- Bayern warn clubs against Lewy approach
- ICC mulls scrapping Champions Trophy
- Djokovic accepts Eastbourne invitation
- Sporting director: Barca will sign big stars
- Murray: Wimbledon success still possible
- Injury to Shvedova forces Sania Mirza into new partnership
- Federer on top form at Halle Open
- United cautious on Ronaldo talk - sources
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Watch tennis and football Live on ESPN India
ESPN lists all the games that will be streamed live in the coming days. Sit back and enjoy the action!
- Madhu Kapparath
North-east football: Centre, forward
Football has been more than a sport for India's north-east region; it has given people an identity. And Aizawl's stunning I-League run offers a lesson in building the sport from the grassroots.
- AIFF Media
I-League 2016-17 season: Full coverage
A selection of the important stories in the run-up to the 2016-17 season of the I-League.
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Upcoming fixtures
Keep track of all the important upcoming fixtures in the Premier League, Champions League, La Liga and more.
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Latest scores and upcoming fixtures
Live scores, results and upcoming fixtures
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Formula 1 Calendar
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Latest scores and results
Latest scores and results from ATP and WTA tours
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League tables
Updated tables from Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga and other major global leagues
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Latest scores
Results and scores from the Premier League, Champions League, La Liga, English football league and more.
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ATP tour rankings
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WTA tour rankings
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Tennis schedule
Keep track of the complete ATP and WTA calendars.
- ESPN
Best of 2016
ESPN looks at the best of the year gone by -- including the best quotes, the most memorable moments and the top stories from Indian sport.
- ESPN
The top 20 moments in Indian sport
Presenting ESPN.in's Top 20 Moments in Indian Sport, as voted for by a panel of 31 experts.
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ESPN FC's football rogues meet Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
"Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" has us buzzing, and it got us thinking: Who are football's rogues and who would they play in the Star Wars universe?
- AFP
Forbidden love
Sometimes a Pakistani fan will find cricket love in the oddest of places, such as east of the border with India. In fact, from this side of the divide, "odd" doesn't even begin to describe it. Th
On The Road: The Pink Ball
Melinda Farrell travels to the Kookaburra factory in Melbourne to find out just how the pink ball is made.
- Dave Merrell
#FC 100: Our list of the 100 best players and managers in world football
We polled our top writers and analysts to rank the best players and managers in world football. Here are their selections. It's #FC100.
What makes Bengaluru FC fans special?
Fans of I-League club Bengaluru FC are known as the team's 'twelfth man'. Here's why.
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India's 500th Test -- A celebration
ESPN remembers the past through the course of India's 500th Test.
