Conor Benn vs Ryan Garcia, Fabián Ruiz Ballon d’Or Bid & India’s Badminton Final

Conor Benn Prepares for Ryan Garcia Title Fight British boxer Conor Benn has shown an extremely lean physique ahead of his world-title fight against Ryan Garcia on September 12 in Las Vegas. Benn will compete at 147 pounds for the first time in four years and has described the weight cut as excruciating. Former champion Amir Khan warned that the demanding process could affect Benn’s strength and punching power. Fans remain divided over the outcome, with Benn expected to rely on pressure while Garcia brings greater speed. The fighters will meet at Friday’s weigh-in, where Benn’s physical condition will attract close attention.

Fabián Ruiz Targets Ballon d’Or Recognition Spanish midfielder Fabián Ruiz is targeting the Ballon d’Or after helping Paris Saint-Germain win Ligue 1 and the Champions League and Spain secure the 2026 World Cup. The 30-year-old played all eight matches for Spain during the tournament and says he has achieved every major team honour. Ruiz believes his performances deserve recognition, especially after becoming the only player to win both the Champions League and World Cup in the same campaign. PSG coach Luis Enrique has backed him as a leading contender. Fans remain divided ahead of the October 26 ceremony in London.

Satwik and Chirag Reach China Masters Final India’s top men’s doubles pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, stormed into the China Masters final after beating Malaysia’s Nur Mohd Azriyn Ayub and Tan Wee Kiong 21-16, 18-21, 21-11 in a 66-minute battle at Shenzhen Arena. They bounced back strongly after dropping the second game, then took control with sharp defense and aggressive attacking play in the decider. The result sends them into their third China Masters final in four years and their third BWF World Tour final of 2026. Supporters have embraced their “brothers of destruction” image, and the duo now will look to win their first title at the event on Sunday. Their run also strengthens India’s hopes heading toward the Asian Games.