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India's comprehensive 3-0 T20I series victory over Zimbabwe ended with mutual appreciation between captain Shreyas Iyer and stand-in head coach VVS Laxman, as both credited each other's leadership for the team's commanding performances. A relatively inexperienced Indian squad, missing several first-choice players including Sanju Samson, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana, completed the clean sweep with a 35-run victory in the third and final T20I in Harare on Sunday. In a dressing room video shared by the BCCI after the series, Laxman singled out Iyer for praise, applauding the skipper's attitude and leadership despite a difficult beginning to his tenure as India's T20I captain. "I would like to specially congratulate Shreyas because he had a rough start to his captaincy career but the way he came back, right from the first day when he joined us one day before the first game, he was very optimistic," Laxman said, referring to India's 0-4 series defeat against England earlier this month. Laxman said Iyer's confidence was evident from the outset, even though the squad featured several fresh faces with only a handful of players carrying over from the England tour. "It's a new group of players. We know that only four or five of those who were there in England joined us on this tour. But he was so confident and a lot of credit for this victory should be given to the captain, the way he encouraged each one of you," he added. Iyer, who registered his first series win as India's T20I captain, returned the compliment by thanking Laxman for the influence he had on the squad throughout the tour. "I think we were flawless, honestly speaking, throughout the series barring the catches that we dropped. It was a phenomenal effort by everyone in the team, including the support staff." "Thank you VVS sir for motivating us and inspiring us. Each and every day when we stepped onto the field, I think everything that you mentioned was apt and we could relate to it. So, thank you so much," Iyer said. Laxman stepped in as interim head coach for the Zimbabwe series while regular head coach Gautam Gambhir took a break following India's demanding tour of the UK. Gambhir is expected to return for India's Test tour of Sri Lanka in August. The successful Zimbabwe campaign once again highlighted Laxman's ability to guide young squads on short assignments, while Iyer's composed leadership helped India bounce back strongly after the disappointing England series earlier in the month.

The Seattle Seahawks held their second practice of training camp on Sunday. Rookie running back Jadarian Price is among the focal points. The Seahawks already have Price working overtime, according to various reports.Price is receiving a major workload as a pass-catching back, per the News Tribune's Gregg Bell. Following Sunday's practice, Bell noted that Price has been on the 1st-, 2nd and 3rd-team offenses during 11-on-11 drills. The Seahawks are loading his plate early and learning what he can handle.Jadarian Price getting drilleda lotin the passing game in these first days of #Seahawks training camp.The rookie RB and 1st-round pick has been on the 1st-, 2nd and 3rd-team offenses in 11 on 11. Coaches maximizing his reps.@thenewstribunepic.twitter.com/xQOUod5CId Gregg Bell (@gbellseattle) July 26, 2026Price possesses a major opportunity to replace Super Bowl 60 MVP Kenneth Walker. General manager John Schneider drafted Price hoping that possibility will eventually come to fruition. How quickly that vision becomes reality depends on Price's early effectiveness.Walker ranked fourth on the Seahawks in receptions last season. There's a clear need to replace his production in the passing game. Offensive coordinator Brian Fleury is giving Price an early opportunity at camp to show off his pass-catching prowess.Price totaled just 15 receptions in three seasons at Notre Dame. A lack of pass-catching experience was among the few negatives in his profile throughout the pre-draft process. The Seahawks believe Price is capable of expanding his skills as a receiver, and training camp is already providing him with plenty of opportunities to do so.This article originally appeared on Seahawks Wire: Seahawks rookie RB Jadarian Price working overtime at training camp

Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Jadon Canady spoke with reporters after practice on Sunday at Missouri Western State University. He discussed adjusting to defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolos game plan.I feel like for me it is different because I came from three schools, said Canady. Going from Ole Miss to Oregon. (Head) Coach (Dan) Lanning, (Head) Coach (Pete) Golden run the same very hard defense, and I am coming in there, first year, having to play right away and learn right away. So, you know, I am glad I went through that to make this easier, but it was definitely hard as well here. Not going to lie to you.Across his five seasons in college, Canady logged more than 800 snaps as an outside corner, over 1,000 snaps in the slot, and roughly 550 combined at free safety. He revealed his self-improvement focus before the start of training camp.I would say just going home and putting on weight, said Canady. Doing the skills that are needed for Coach Spags (Spagnuolo), like certain type of drops or certain type of patterns. Just going home and really keying in on what Coach Spags wants from me.In 2025, Canady was named Honorable Mention All-Big Ten Conference and played in all 15 games, starting 13. He finished with 39 tackles, tackle for loss, 2 interceptions, 6 pass breakups, and a forced fumble.This article originally appeared on Chiefs Wire: Chiefs DB Jadon Canady on adjusting to DC Steve Spagnuolos game plan

When it comes to the Southwest, there's no shortage of games to go to on any Friday night during the fall.High school football in the region is more of a religion than it is anything else and that shows on Friday's when thousands pack into the stands on any given week just to watch their favorite teams.In this region though, the biggest games tend to draw crowds larger than anywhere else in the country. Just what are the biggest games in each state in the region this season that need to be on your radar?Watch the best high school football games in 2026 via NFHSUSA TODAY Sports took a look at the slate in each and narrowed each down to the one in-state game that stands above the rest. The Southwest Region includes programs and athletes from Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas.Arkansas: Conway at BryantDate: Nov. 6, 7 p.m.Bryant being the team to beat in Arkansas has become the norm in recent years with not many teams able to contend with the Hornets. Conway has lost 12 straight against Bryant but their 2025 meeting was one of the closer games with the Hornets winning 28-21. This game serves as both teams regular season finale. Colorado: Cherry Creek at Valor ChristianDate: Sept. 18, 7 p.m.This has become one of the better up-and-coming rivalries in Colorado's high school football scene with Cherry Creek holding a narrow 7-6 series lead. They've played in the Class 5A state semifinals each of the last two seasons, but this year marks the first time since 2023 that they'll meet in the regular season. The Bruins won last year's game 21-13. Kansas: Manhattan at Mill ValleyDate: Sept. 11, 7 p.m.It's been 13 years since Manhattan and Mill Valley last faced off on a football field, but this year's marks the first of a two-year home-and-home series between the schools. Mill Valley is jumping up a class after winning five straight state titles between 2019 and 2023. Manhattan has also been a recent state contender, winning the 6A title in 2022 and finishing as the runner-up in 2024.New Mexico: Centennial vs. ClevelandDate: Aug. 21, 7 p.m.Cleveland is a perfect 6-0 all-time against Centennial but that doesn't take away from the fact that this has become one of New Mexico's must-see showdowns. Last year's season-opener between the two was a prime example why as the Storm won 55-42. Fireworks to start the season once again is not out of the question.Oklahoma: Bixby at OwassoDate: Aug. 28, 7 p.m.These two sides squared off twice last season with Bixby rolling in the regular season game 49-21 and then beating the Rams by 14 in the Class 6A state championship game. Owasso has played the Spartans tight in their back-to-back championship meetings and a win over the defending eight-time champions to start the season would be quite the statement for a Rams team looking to take the next step forward as a program.Texas: Duncanville at WaxahachieDate: Oct. 23, 7 p.m.Both programs play gauntlets to start the year but this game in particular stands out given how 2025 played out. Waxahachie took its next step forward as a program, winning the regular season meeting 28-27, only for Duncanville to win the playoff game 35-27. A convincing win here by either side likely establishes the winner as the team to beat in Class 6A this season.Follow Sports ReporterJoe Spearson X at@joe_spears7or via email: JSpears@usatodayco.com. For additional high school sports coverage, be sure to follow@usatodayhsson Instagram and X.This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: The top in-state high school football games in the Southwest region in 2026

On paper, the New York Mets were supposed to contend for a World Series in 2026. With the team already blessed with stars, it didn't rest on its laurels coming into the year. Major acquisitions were made to strengthen the team after a disappointing 2025 season.The biggest offseason acquisition for the Mets may have come via trade, as the team gave up multiple prospects to acquire star pitcher Freddy Peralta from the Milwaukee Brewers. While Peralta had been a strong occasionally great pitcher, he was coming off his finest season in the majors, posting a 2.70 ERA over 176 2/3 innings. But he's taken a big step backward in his 22 starts with the Mets. Following Sunday's performance, Peralta has a 4.99 ERA, his worst performance since 2019. Because of his performance, contract situation and the fact that the Mets sit at 44-62 entering play Monday, Peralta is among the most-likely candidates to get traded at the deadline. He spoke about that possibility after Sunday's contest, which the Mets won 8-3. When asked whether it could be his final start with the team, Peralta admitted he let the organization down, per ESPN."I know it probably is," the 30-year-old Peralta said. "But I have to focus and keep giving the best of myself. And if it happens, it happens. I'm thankful and grateful to be part of this organization. I know that, so far, I've let them down. I haven't done what I'm supposed to do. But I'm grateful to be here."He's not the only member of the team who has failed this season. Some of the team's other big free-agent acquisitions haven't put up their usual numbers in 2026. Bo Bichette has the second-worst OPS+ of his career in his first couple months with the Mets. Marcus Semien's decline has continued, with the second baseman sitting at a .207 average at the end of July. And star closer Devin Williams has a 4.41 ERA in 38 games. Because of that, the Mets are considered among the biggest sellers as the trade deadline approaches. Peralta, who is in the final year of his contract, is extremely likely to be moved ahead of the Aug. 3 deadline. A change of scenery could go a long way for Peralta, who has been much more effective in the past. The stink of the Mets has tainted a number of players in 2026, and another organization could find a way to return Peralta to form.When he's on, Peralta can be among the most dominant pitchers in the majors. That never came with the Mets, who will presumably cut bait with the starter and hope he doesn't immediately turn things around on his new team.

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