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From Ruturaj Gaikwad’s playoff push with RCB to Hardik Pandya and Rishabh Pant’s struggles, here’s how the IPL 2026 skippers stack up in our definitive captains’ ranking

Capping off a brilliant season, Sunderland defeated Chelsea on the final day of the English Premier League 2025-26 and confirmed their growing stature as a team capable of competing against the best in the top flight. The 2-1 win at the Stadium of Light also meant that the Black Cats, who were in League One four years ago, have qualified for the UEFA Europa League -- a return to Europe after 53 years -- at the expense of Chelsea, the reigning FIFA Club World Cup champions. Regis Le Bris' team finished 7th with 54 points, six behind Liverpool, who claimed the final Champions League spot. Chelsea, under interim boss Calum McFarlane, signed off their campaign with 52 points. It indeed was a make-or-break clash for both teams. The Blues arrived in the north east with more points, but it didn't take long for the fixture to unravel. Chelsea conceded early and scored an own goal, while Wesley Fofana was sent off for a second booking. They will start next season as the 10th-best team.

Hockey India has removed sub-junior support staff member Sudhir Golla from the national Under-18 camp after serious allegations of sexual misconduct and negligence surfaced during his coaching stint in Ranchi

Iga Swiatek vs Emerson Jones Live Score, French Open 2026: Follow the play-by-play updates from the Swiatek vs Jones first-round match at Court Philippe-Chatrier on May 25, 2026

Kimi Antonelli made history at the Miami Grand Prix by becoming the first driver to win his first three Formula 1 races from pole, further solidifying his championship lead for Mercedes

India has a strong squad at Norway Chess with Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa leading the charge alongside Koneru Humpy and World Cup winner Divya Deshmukh in the women’s field