In the past 24 hours, the world of sports have been enriched with some crunchy developments. For India, the men's cricket team had a routine win, while
the women's team conquered the Asia without anything to show for.
Check out the top stories across the globe in the Sports Bulletin for September 14 here.
1. Indian Women Win Asia Cup Beating Sri Lanka
India produced a dominant performance to beat Sri Lanka by 72 runs in the Women's Asia Cup 2026 final in Dubai and clinch a record-extending eighth continental title. Shafali Verma smashed 68 off 38 balls, while Smriti Mandhana scored 59 as India posted 183/5. Sree Charani then starred with four wickets as Sri Lanka were bowled out.
2. Indian Team Refuse to Accept Asia Cup Trophy from Mohsin Naqvi
India's Women's Asia Cup triumph was followed by a controversial trophy presentation. The Indian team did not come forward to receive the trophy from Asian Cricket Council president Mohsin Naqvi after defeating Sri Lanka in Dubai. The presentation was delayed by more than half an hour, with Naqvi remaining on stage. The incident echoed a similar episode involving India's men in 2025.
3. Abhishek Sharma Becomes Fastest Indian to Score 6000 T20 Runs
Abhishek Sharma reached another major milestone during India's first T20I against Afghanistan in Delhi. The explosive left-hander completed 6,000 T20 runs in just 3,420 balls, becoming the fastest Indian batter to reach the landmark in terms of deliveries. He also smashed 82 off 32 balls, including seven sixes and seven fours, powering India's successful chase.
4. India Take 1-0 Lead Against Afghanistan
India began their T20I series against Afghanistan with a convincing seven-wicket victory at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. After Afghanistan posted 156/8, Abhishek Sharma blasted 82 off just 32 balls to put India firmly in control. Ishan Kishan added 42 off 33 balls as India chased down the target in only 13.4 overs to take a 1-0 lead.
5. Man City Prevail in Manchester Derby
Manchester City secured bragging rights in the first Manchester derby of the 2026-27 Premier League season, defeating Manchester United 1-0 at Old Trafford. Erling Haaland scored the decisive goal in the 60th minute after VAR overturned an initial offside decision. City also had to survive with 10 men after Phil Foden's dismissal, making the victory even more impressive.
6. Alexander Zverev wins US Open
Alexander Zverev captured his maiden US Open title with a 6-3, 7-6(7-2), 5-7, 6-2 victory over Ben Shelton in the final. The German dominated the opening two sets, survived Shelton's third-set fightback and regained control in the decider. The triumph marked Zverev's second Grand Slam title of 2026 after his Roland Garros success.
7. Cristiano Ronaldo Calls for Life Bans of Al-Taawoun Fans Making Jota Taunt
Cristiano Ronaldo has called for lifetime stadium bans for supporters accused of taunting Al-Hilal midfielder Ruben Neves with chants referencing his late friend Diogo Jota. The incident occurred during Al-Hilal's Saudi Pro League clash against Al-Taawoun. Ronaldo condemned the behaviour and urged authorities to take strong action. Al-Hilal also filed a formal complaint over the alleged chants.
8. Punjab FC to Play in Delhi in ISL 2026-27
Punjab FC are set to continue playing their home matches in Delhi, with the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium serving as their home venue. The club, based in Mohali, has already established Delhi as its ISL base in recent seasons. The arrangement gives Punjab FC access to one of the country's biggest football venues as they prepare for another ISL campaign.
9. Dhiraj Scripts History in Archery World Cup Final
Dhiraj Bommadevara created history at the 2026 Archery World Cup Final in Saltillo, Mexico, becoming the first Indian male recurve archer to win the prestigious season-ending title. Dhiraj entered the event as India's lone representative after winning the individual recurve gold at the Antalya World Cup stage. His breakthrough capped a landmark season for Indian archery.
