July 18, 2026
Kazakh wrestler wins bronze at ranking tournament in Budapest
Kazakh Greco-Roman wrestler Dinmukhamed Koshkar won bronze at a ranking tournament in Budapest, defeating an Armenian opponent. The women's team left without medals.
July 18, 2026
Kyzylzhar and Tobol Draw 1-1 in KPL Round 18
Kyzylzhar and Tobol played to a 1-1 draw in KPL round 18. Alexander Zuev scored for Tobol, Liridon Latifi equalized. Nedeljko Piscevic saw red. Full match report on infohub.kz.
July 18, 2026
Zhenis Snatches Late Draw Against Ulytau in Kazakhstan Championship
Astana's Zhenis fought back to draw 1-1 with Ulytau in the Kazakhstan Premier League. Zulfikarov scored for Ulytau, but Khassein equalized late. Zhenis eighth, Ulytau fifth.
July 18, 2026
Okzhetpes Back in KPL Top Three After Beating Zhetysu 2-0
FC Okzhetpes ended a three-match losing streak in the Kazakhstan Premier League by beating Zhetysu 2-0 in Round 18, returning to the top three at least temporarily.
July 18, 2026
Okzhetpes beats Zhetysu 2-0 in KPL Round 18
Okzhetpes defeated Zhetysu 2-0 in KPL Round 18, with goals from Dmitry Borodin (penalty) and Tokhtar Zhangylyshbay. The win moves Okzhetpes to third place in the standings.
July 18, 2026
Shevchenko falls to Tsitsipas in Gstaad ATP-250 semifinal
Kazakhstan's Alexander Shevchenko lost to Greece's Stefanos Tsitsipas 4-6, 6-3, 3-6 in the semifinal of the ATP-250 Swiss Open Gstaad, marking his second career ATP semifinal appearance.
July 18, 2026
XDS Astana Team rider finishes third at 2026 Tour of Qinghai Lake
Henok Mulubrhan of XDS Astana Team took third place overall at the Tour of Qinghai Lake in China. His team also won the sprint and mountain classifications.
July 18, 2026
2026 World Cup Final at Risk Due to Wildfire Smoke
Wildfires in Canada are sending smoke into the US, jeopardizing the 2026 World Cup final. Matches have been moved, and players complain about air quality. Read more on infohub.kz.
July 18, 2026
France and England to play for bronze at 2026 World Cup: match schedule
In the early hours of July 19 in Miami, the 2026 World Cup third-place match between France and England will take place. Find out the start time and where to watch the live broadcast.
July 18, 2026
Karaganda Celebrates Champions: Winners of Saryarka-2026 Announced
The Open Republican Youth Table Tennis Tournament 'Saryarka-2026' concluded in Karaganda, Kazakhstan, with winners in multiple age categories. Learn more at infohub.kz.
July 18, 2026
Kairat Announces Departure of Argentine Midfielder Sebastian Seballos
Argentine midfielder Sebastian Seballos has left Kairat by mutual consent. The 25-year-old joined in January, played 11 matches with one assist. Transfer value: €400,000.
July 17, 2026
Dauren Ermekov wins by submission at home ACA 205 event in Almaty
Kazakhstan's Dauren Ermekov submitted Brazil's Rene Pessoa with a submission hold in the second round at ACA 205 in Almaty. The win improves Ermekov's record to 18-7.
July 17, 2026
Kazakh fighter Artyom Reznikov's bout ends in rare draw at ACA 205 in Almaty
Kazakh MMA fighter Artyom Reznikov fought to a rare draw against Zaur Gadzhiev at ACA 205 in Almaty. The split decision resulted in the first draw for both athletes.
July 17, 2026
Kazakh Wrestler Altyn Shagayeva to Compete for Bronze at Budapest Ranking Tournament
Kazakh wrestler Altyn Shagayeva will contend for bronze at the Budapest ranking tournament against Norway's Otilie Høye. Five other Kazakh athletes retain medal hopes via consolation rounds.
July 17, 2026
Shevchenko defeats Bublik's conqueror to reach Gstaad semifinals
Alexander Shevchenko defeats Quentin Halys to reach ATP 250 Gstaad semifinals after two wins on July 17. He will face Rinderknech or Tsitsipas next.
July 17, 2026
Kairat-Zhastar reclaims First Division lead with 6-0 win
Kairat-Zhastar crushed Kaspyi M 6-0 on July 17, returning to the top of Kazakhstan's First Division with 38 points, one ahead of Shakhter Karaganda.
July 17, 2026
Kazakhstan's Alexander Shevchenko reaches Swiss Open Gstaad semifinals
Kazakh tennis player Alexander Shevchenko reached the semifinals of the ATP 250 Swiss Open Gstaad 2026 after two wins in one day. Full story on infohub.kz.
July 17, 2026
Shakhter and Kairat-Zhastar Secure Big Wins in First League Round 14
Karagandy Shakhter beat Batyr 2-0 to top the table while Kairat-Zhastar crushed Kaspiy-M 6-0 in the 14th round of Kazakhstan's First League. Details inside.
July 17, 2026
Barys signs two Kazakh forwards from North America
Barys signs Kazakh forwards Abzal Alibek and Asanali Sarkenov to one-year contracts. The duo returns from North American junior leagues. First practice held July 17.
July 17, 2026
Kulambaeva and Charaeva Stun Top Seeds to Reach Unicredit Iasi Open Final
Kazakhstan's Zhibek Kulambaeva and Armenia's Alina Charaeva stunned the top-seeded pair to reach the Unicredit Iasi Open final. Full match report and tournament history.
July 17, 2026
Yulia Putintseva Loses in WTA 250 Quarterfinals in Iasi
Kazakhstan's Yulia Putintseva lost to Mayar Sherif in three sets in the quarterfinals of the WTA 250 tournament in Iasi, Romania.
July 17, 2026
Putintseva loses to Egyptian Sherif, fails to reach semifinals in Iasi
Kazakh Yulia Putintseva lost to Egyptian Mayar Sherif 2:6, 6:3, 6:7 (5:7) in the quarterfinals of the WTA 250 tournament in Iasi, ending her run after a 3-hour 9-minute match.
July 17, 2026
Louis Vuitton crafts custom case for FIFA World Cup trophy delivery
Louis Vuitton unveils a custom handcrafted case for the FIFA World Cup trophy, continuing its tradition of luxury presentation for football's biggest prize. Exclusive details and history.
July 17, 2026
Insider denies Olise to Real Madrid rumors as Bayern plans extension
Credible insider Florian Plettenberg denies rumors Michael Olise wants to join Real Madrid, stating Bayern plan contract extension and Madrid made no offer.
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