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The Detroit Lions and Houston Texans have reportedly agreed to a trade.
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Lions are sending running back David Montgomery to the Texans in exchange for a fifth-round pick.
"Trade: Lions are sending RB David Montgomery to the Texans for a 5th-round pick, per sources," Schefter reported.
Montgomery was widely viewed as a trade candidate going into the offseason, and now a trade has come to fruition.
Why Lions, Texans trade happened
A recent report suggested Montgomery wanted out of Detroit.
Montgomery saw his role decrease behind Jahmyr Gibbs last season and was clearly not thrilled with that arrangement, which led to general manager Brad Holmes admitting that Montgomery could get moved in 2026.
"Those are discussions that we're going to have a lot more in depth, in terms of, like, what is the best plan for him going forward? Is it somewhere else, or whatever the case be?" Holmes said.
As for the Texans, they are almost certainly going to cut veteran Joe Mixon, who missed all of last season with a foot injury.
Houston needed a veteran starter at the top of the depth chart to complement Woody Marks and Jawhar Jordan. Montgomery checks that box.
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How many times has India reached the T20 World Cup semi-finals? A look at their record
T20 World Cup 2026: How many times has India reached the semi-finals?
Since the inaugural ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in 2007, there have been nine editions (2007, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2021, 2022, 2024), with the 2026 tournament set to be the tenth. India have been one of the most consistent teams, reaching the semi-finals six times including 2026 (2007, 2014, 2016, 2022, 2024, 2026).Out of these six semi-final appearances, India advanced to the final three times (2007, 2014, 2024) and lifted the T20 World Cup trophy twice (2007 and 2024), proving their strength and consistency in the shortest format of the game.
T20 World Cup 2026: India’s T20 World Cup Semi-Final Appearances
- 2007 – Led by MS Dhoni, India reached the semi-finals and went on to win their first T20 World Cup by defeating Pakistan in the final.
- 2014 – India reached the final but lost to Sri Lanka and finished as runners-up.
- 2016 – Playing at home, India made it to the semi-finals but were defeated by West Indies.
- 2022 – Under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy, India reached the semi-finals but lost to England.
- 2024 – Rohit Sharma guided India to their second T20 World Cup title, beating South Africa in the final.
- 2026 – With Suryakumar Yadav as captain, India once again reached the semi-finals, continuing their consistent run in the tournament.
In the 2026 T20 World Cup, India are now set to face England once again in the semi-finals, following their impressive win over West Indies that secured their place in the last four. This clash promises to be a highly anticipated rematch, and with memories of their 2022 defeat still fresh, India will be determined to turn the tables and book their spot in the final.
Along with India, Pakistan and England have also reached the semi-finals of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup six times each. Pakistan made it to the semis in 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2021, and 2022, while England reached the last four in 2010, 2016, 2021, 2022, 2024, and 2026. This puts all three teams at the top when it comes to consistent performances in the tournament’s history.
Tottenham ban three fans over Nazi salutes during Champions League tie
Tottenham Hotspur has confirmed it has imposed indefinite bans on three supporters for making Nazi salutes during a Champions League fixture in Germany.
The offensive gestures were performed during Spurs’ 2-0 victory against Eintracht Frankfurt in late January.
Uefa sanctioned the London club for the behaviour, imposing a €30,000 (£26,212) fine and a suspended ban on selling away tickets for one match.
Tottenham had previously labelled the conduct as "utterly abhorrent conduct" and vowed to punish those responsible.
“The club has been informed of sanctions handed down to us by Uefa following the utterly abhorrent conduct of a small number of individuals at our recent Champions League away match in Frankfurt,” a statement read.
“The club has cooperated fully with Uefa’s investigation, as well as with German police on the night and, subsequently, the Met Police.
“We can confirm that all three individuals found to be making Nazi salutes towards Eintracht Frankfurt fans have been identified and have received indefinite bans under the club’s Sanctions and Banning Policy.
“The club stands firmly against all forms of discrimination and has therefore taken the strongest possible action. The disgusting behaviour of a minority of so-called fans on the night is in no way reflective of the values of our club and its supporters.”
Spurs received a further fine of €2,250 (£1,966) for the “throwing of objects” by fans at the match on 28 January.
The Uefa Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Board (CEDB) has brought the charges against Spurs, who are in a precarious position domestically after a record-equalling 10-match run without a win in the Premier League.
A statement read: “The CEDB has decided: To fine Tottenham Hotspur €30,000 and to ban Tottenham Hotspur from selling tickets to its away supporters for the next one (1) Uefa competition match, for the racist and/or discriminatory behaviour of its supporters.
“Said ban from selling tickets to its away supporters is suspended for a probationary period of one (1) year, starting from the date of the present decision.”
Tottenham’s next Champions League fixture is a last-16 tie away to Atletico Madrid on 10 March.