Forging new paths for national development
THE deepening partnership between Guyana and India presents an important opportunity to accelerate national development, modernise the economy and provide greater opportunities for ordinary Guyanese and businesses. The signing of three new bilateral agreements between President, Dr Irfaan Ali and India’s Minister of External Affairs, Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, is another major step in the relationship […]
Anderson could be given chance to join Surrey
JAMES Anderson could be given the opportunity to extend his legendary career by joining Surrey. England’s all-time leading wicket-taker has left Lancashire after not being offered a contract by the county for whom he first played professionally 25 years ago. Although he will turn 45 in July 2027, Anderson has stopped short of retiring and […]
‘A beautiful story’ as Bellingham brothers called up
IT may be a surprise to some but Jobe Bellingham’s call-up to the England senior side has been a long time coming. The 21-year-old’s career path has been very similar to that of his 23-year-old brother Jude – England’s star player at the World Cup and one of Real Madrid’s best players. Both were stars […]
Bennett’s ton, lower-order resistance put Zimbabwe on top in First Test
ZIMBABWE strengthened their position in the first Test against Afghanistan by posting 504 in their first innings, but Afghanistan responded with a promising batting effort to reach 113 for 1 at stumps on the second day in Sharjah. Sediqullah Atal and Rahmanullah remained unbeaten on 55 and 50 respectively, bringing down the deficit to 391 […]
Career-best Wembanyama display seals Spurs win
VICTOR Wembanyama sank the winning free throw to finish with a career-high 52 points as the San Antonio Spurs beat the Dallas Mavericks 112-111 on Wednesday. The French star, whose previous best was 50 points in 2024, dominated at both ends of the court to also claim 24 rebounds and eight blocks. The 22-year-old is […]
The Fifa hopeful hoping to take Infantino down with ‘samurai spirit’
KOZO Tashima is under no illusions it will be easy to take down Gianni Infantino — but the first serious challenger for the Fifa presidency says he will draw on his “samurai spirit.” First, the 68-year-old needs to get the endorsement of five member associations around the world. The honorary president of the Japan Football […]
GFF to receive US$25 million funding boost from FIFA
THE Guyana Football Federation (GFF) will receive US$25 million from FIFA, the global governing body, starting in 2027 to accelerate nationwide development, FIFA President Gianni Infantino said. Speaking at the commissioning of a new mini-pitch in Haslington, on the East Coast of Demerara, Infantino told local officials the funding signals faith in the South American […]
Ireland name uncapped duo for T20 tournament
IRELAND have named two uncapped players in their squad for the upcoming ICC Emerging Nations Trophy tournament, while Lara Maritz is recalled to international duty five years after she last played for her country. Seam bowling all-rounder Zara Craig, 23, and wicketkeeper-batter Abbi Harrison, 20, are both called up and will hope to make their […]
Mohammed Shami retires from Test cricket
INDIA fast bowler Mohammed Shami has retired from Test cricket. He made his announcement on Friday via Instagram. Shami, 36, began his Test career in November 2013 and, even on debut, it was clear how devastating he could be. With the ability to bowl wicket-to-wicket and an innate skill to keep an upright seam, he […]
Need-for-Speed Karting championship returns for Round Two
KARTING action returns for the second round of the Need for Speed Karting Championship 2026, the Jumbo Jet events organized challenge with over 16 million dollars in cash and prizes on offer. Round two moves to the South Dakota Circuit Timehri, where the rivalries will be renewed over the two-day event, set for November […]
