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Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) became the first team to qualify for the IPL 2026 playoffs by defeating Punjab Kings by 23 runs in Dharamshala. RCB posted 222/4, with Venkatesh Iyer scoring an unbeaten 73, and restricted Punjab to 199/8 despite efforts from Shashank Singh and Cooper Connolly. The win marks Punjab Kings' sixth consecutive loss, significantly hindering their playoff aspirations.
Yonggi Poudel Wins YTTM Table Tennis Championship in South Korea
Nepal's Yonggi Poudel has won the YTTM Table Tennis Championship held in Inchon, South Korea, under an international training camp. Poudel's performance in the under-19 matches was recognized as the best, according to Jackie Maharjan of the All Nepal Table Tennis Association. A Nepali squad also secured first place in the event.
West Ham Relegated, Guardiola and Salah Depart Premier League; AC Milan Sacks Coach
The final day of the Premier League season saw West Ham relegated after 14 years, while Pep Guardiola and Mohamed Salah made emotional departures following record-breaking spells. In Italian football, AC Milan sacked head coach Massimiliano Allegri after failing to qualify for the Champions League, deeming the season a failure.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Squads Announced by England, Croatia, and Colombia
The FIFA World Cup 2026, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is set to feature 48 teams. Squad announcements are underway, with England, Croatia, and Colombia revealing their selected players. Notably, James Rodriguez has been included in Colombia's squad despite recent health concerns.
Tribhuvan University grounds cricket matches with prior approval from CAN
Tribhuvan University (TU) and the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) are discussing a short-term arrangement for the TU cricket ground, as the university's 25-year lease agreement has expired. Matches will only be permitted with prior university approval, and CAN must submit its schedule in advance.
