England captain Ben Stokes’ hamstring injury raises questions about his future role. Should he become a specialist batsman? Sky Sports’ Ian Ward argues against it, emphasizing Stokes’ all-around contributions. Zak Crawley’s struggles continue, adding to England’s woes in the final Test against New Zealand.
Arsenal defender Ben White will be sidelined for several months after undergoing knee surgery. Manager Mikel Arteta confirmed the news, revealing the decision was made to protect the player after weeks of struggling with the injury.
Defending champions Real Madrid face a crucial El Clasico matchup against Barcelona on Saturday, but their title defense may be dealt a blow with the news of goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois’ injury. The Belgian shot-stopper picked up an adductor muscle injury during their Champions League victory against Borussia Dortmund, potentially forcing him to miss the highly-anticipated encounter against La Liga leaders Barcelona. With Rodrygo also sidelined, Madrid’s injury woes intensify ahead of the clash at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Former US Open champion Emma Raducanu has pulled out of the Hong Kong Open, citing a persistent foot injury that has sidelined her for several weeks. The 21-year-old Briton is now focusing on regaining fitness for the Billie Jean King Cup finals in November.
Popular influencer Lucas Rangel shared with his followers that he suffered a broken ankle just weeks before his upcoming wedding. The incident required surgery, but Rangel remains optimistic and grateful for a speedy recovery.
New Zealand captain Kane Williamson will miss the second Test match against India due to a lingering groin injury sustained during the Sri Lanka series. Despite showing improvement, Williamson is not yet deemed fit to return to the field. The Blackcaps will look to maintain their 1-0 lead in the three-match series without their star batsman.
Manchester United faces a growing injury crisis with midfielder Kobbie Mainoo ruled out for several weeks, adding to an already depleted squad. The news comes as other players, including Alejandro Garnacho and Amad Diallo, return to training ahead of a crucial match against Brentford. The team is struggling for form, currently sitting in 14th place in the Premier League.
Trinity Rodman will miss the US women’s national football team’s upcoming friendlies against Iceland and Argentina due to a back injury. The talented forward, known for her dynamic play, continues her recovery after suffering a severe back spasm last month. Despite her absence, the USWNT roster boasts a blend of seasoned veterans and exciting newcomers, including six players who could make their international debuts.
Philadelphia 76ers’ prized free-agent acquisition Paul George suffered a hyperextended left knee during Monday’s preseason game against Atlanta, raising concerns about his availability for the upcoming season. This injury comes as the team was looking to form a formidable trio with George, Joel Embiid, and Tyrese Maxey, aiming to challenge for the NBA title. While George is optimistic about a quick recovery, the team’s strategy for managing their star players’ health has already come into question.
All-rounder Heather Graham has been called up to replace injured pacer Tayla Vlaeminck in Australia’s squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. Vlaeminck sustained a shoulder injury during their match against Pakistan and will undergo further assessment. Graham, who has previous World Cup experience, has been approved by the Event Technical Committee to join the team.
