Liverpool’s Champions League campaign suffered a significant setback as France striker Hugo Ekitike was forced off the field on a stretcher during a loss to Paris St-Germain. Liverpool boss Arne Slot assessed the injury as ‘looking really bad’, sparking concern about the team’s prospects in the competition.

Chennai Super Kings have taken a significant lead in their Indian Premier League

** “Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez is set to face a three-match ban after being charged with violent conduct for a hair pulling incident involving Everton’s Dominic Calvert-Lewin. The incident has sparked debate over the severity of football’s punishments for hair pulling, raising questions about the fairness of punishments in the sport.”

** England captain Ben Stokes has sought to clarify speculation surrounding his working relationship with head coach Brendon McCullum, stating that adapting his style to suit the former New Zealand captain’s approach will strengthen their partnership and drive team success.

British swimmer Adam Peaty has made a triumphant return to the pool after facing a challenging period due to injury and personal struggles. With his sights set on the upcoming LA 2028 Olympics, Peaty is determined to recapture the gold medal and prove his worth as a national sports icon.

** Terence Crawford, a three-time unified division champion, has been fined $75 and ordered to pay $49 in court costs after being found guilty of careless driving in an incident following his victory over Canelo Álvarez.