Progressive Field

Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have both advanced in their cricket tournament after their match was abandoned without a ball bowled, with persistent rain washing out play for the second time in the competition. The abandonment means both teams progress despite the weather denying fans any action on the field.

Bangladesh have advanced to the semi-finals of the men's cricket tournament at the Asian Games in China without having to play their scheduled quarter-final, advancing by walkover after their opponents failed to field a side. The unusual route to the last four has drawn attention in Bangladesh, where cricket fans are following the team's push for a gold medal.

A nor'easter is moving into the northeastern United States, and meteorologists are providing live coverage with storm chasers in the field on September 26. AccuWeather is streaming continuous reporting on the storm's path, wind and coastal impacts, drawing a large live audience following the system's progress in real time.

Mathematician Tristan Buckmaster gives an interview with Numberphile about the Navier-Stokes equations, one of the Clay Millennium Prize problems. The conversation covers progress on understanding fluid equation regularity, an area where Buckmaster has published notable work. Mathematicians on Mathstodon are sharing the video, sparking discussion about the long-standing open problem and recent advances in the field.

Italian tennis players Lucia Bronzetti and Luca/cocktail — correction: Bronzetti and Matilde Stefanini are both entered in the WTA tournament in Adana, Turkey, in 2026. Italian sports coverage is reporting the draw and their opening matches, drawing attention from Italian tennis fans following the two players' progress on tour.

Klay Thompson, now with the Miami Heat, is chasing Ray Allen's spot on the NBA's all-time three-point field goal list. Thompson, one of the greatest shooters in league history, is within reach of passing Allen, and the milestone is drawing attention as the season progresses.

The White Sox and Astros open their Wild Card series tonight at 5pm ET, broadcast on Peacock and NBCSN. Cleveland, holding the No. 2 bye, waits in the ALDS and will host Game 1 at Progressive Field on Saturday, October 3 against whichever team advances. Fans are debating whether to root for an upset or look ahead to October baseball at home.