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Arsenal suffered a blow in their Premier League title chase with a 1-0 loss to West Ham at home. Jarrod Bowen's critical goal and a red card for Myles Lewis-Skelly left the Gunners eight points behind Liverpool, snapping their unbeaten streak.

In a nail-biting cricket match at the DY Patil Stadium, the Pathan brothers led India Masters to a narrow victory over Sri Lanka Masters by 4 runs. Stuart Binny, along with Yusuf and Irfan Pathan, showcased stellar performances to overpower Sri Lanka's valiant chase led by Kumar Sangakkara and Jeevan Mendis.

India Masters, led by Sachin Tendulkar, narrowly defeated Sri Lanka Masters in the International Masters League 2025 opener, thanks to brilliant performances by Stuart Binny and Yusuf Pathan. Despite a strong chase led by Kumar Sangakkara, Sri Lanka fell short by four runs, with Abhimanyu Mithun's final over proving decisive.

Signs point to a potential shake-up in Pakistan's lineup as star batter Babar Azam missed a key training session before their crucial Champions Trophy match against India. Though interim coach Aaqib Javed says Azam opted to rest, rumors swirl about his exclusion after criticism of his recent performance. PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi's push for a win intensifies the stakes of the upcoming game.

In a thrilling turn of events at the Women's Premier League 2025, UP Warriorz Women secured a remarkable 33-run win against Delhi Capitals. Chinelle Henry's blistering 62 and Grace Harris' hat-trick in the last over were key. Kranti Goud's four wickets shattered Delhi's lineup, ending UP Warriorz's losing streak and marking the first successful defense of a total in the tournament.

In a thrilling opener, Lionel Messi's brilliance salvaged a 2-2 draw for Inter Miami against New York City FC. Despite a ten-man disadvantage early on due to Tomás Áviles' red card, Messi assisted twice, including a last-gasp equalizer by Telasco Segovia in stoppage time. New coach Javier Mascherano commends the team's resilience amid challenging conditions.

The UGC NET December 2024 results revealed significant achievements as 5,158 candidates reached JRF and assistant professor qualification levels. Over 48,000 others secured positions as assistant professors or gained PhD admission, while more than 1.14 lakh were exclusively qualified for PhD programs. Conducted in 266 cities, the test saw a substantial turnout and has been shaped by reservation policies.

Vicky Kaushal's film 'Chhaava' has broken box office records by surpassing 'Uri: The Surgical Strike' as his top-grossing movie with ₹242.25 crore in just eight days. The film's success is largely due to its engaging depiction of Maratha king Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, which has resonated with audiences, particularly in Maharashtra.

Chhaava continues to impress at the box office, surpassing ₹225 crore in collections by Day 8, despite slower growth. Starring Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna, this historical drama swiftly broke the ₹200 crore mark, being the fastest film in Bollywood to do so in 2025. Directed by Laxman Utekar, it highlights the story of Maratha king Sambhaji Maharaj, based on Shivaji Sawant's novel.

Lionel Messi's crucial 56th-minute goal led Inter Miami to a 1-0 win over Sporting Kansas City in the CONCACAF Champions Cup amid freezing temperatures. Miami, dominating possession, benefited from an assist by Sergio Busquets. Despite efforts from Sporting KC, including chances missed by Daniel Salloi and Erik Thommy, Miami's away goal grants them a vital edge for the upcoming second leg.