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West Indies name squad for ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026

The West Indies cricket team have named a strong 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka, according to the ICC. The marquee tournament will begin on February 7.

2026-01-26T15:20:11.385909+00:00 IST

Hyderabad Toofans bag bronze medal in the men’s HIL 2025-26

Amandeep Lakra (30', 53) bagged a brace with Nilakanta Sharma (24') and Jacob Anderson (33') also getting on the scoresheet for the Toofans. Meanwhile, Sam Ward (14', 52') scored twice with Kane Russell (55') also contributing for HIL GC. With this win, the Toofans maintained their winning record against HIL GC this season, as per a Hockey India press release.

2026-01-26T15:00:01.057335+00:00 IST

Shukla recalls Bindra’s contribution in boosting BCCI income

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice president Rajeev Shukla has expressed grief at the demise of former board president IS Bindra and recalled his contribution in the Board moving to a system of telecast rights, which transformed its finances.

2026-01-26T14:43:08.492449+00:00 IST

Kumaraguru secures podium finish at Shell Eco-Marathon

India's first team in the Hydrogen Fuel Cell Prototype category clinches third place. Team Renew from Kumaraguru Institutions, Coimbatore, has secured Third Position at the prestigious 41st Shell Eco-Marathon Asia Pacific 2026, held at the Lusail International Circuit in Doha, Qatar, from January 21 to 25, according to a release.

2026-01-26T14:27:12.855250+00:00 IST

ICC T20 World Cup 2026 trophy tour arrives at ANI office

The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 Delhi NCR trophy tour, which is part of the build-up to the global tournament, made a special stop at the Asian News International (ANI) office on Monday, ahead of the marquee tournament set to begin on February 7, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, on Monday.

2026-01-26T14:12:48.178987+00:00 IST

MS Dhoni starts batting practice ahead of IPL 2026

The official CSK Instagram handle posted a video of the 44-year-old legend's practice session, focusing on defence and strong back-foot play.

2026-01-26T14:04:00.412658+00:00 IST

WPL 2026: RCB wins toss, opts to field first against MI

With five wins and a loss finally added to their tally after defeat to Delhi Capitals (DC) on Saturday, RCB looks more or less sure of a direct spot in the final by topping the table. On the other hand, MI, sitting at number four in the table with two wins and four losses, have to bring their absolute best in the remaining two matches to have any chance of reaching the playoffs.

2026-01-26T14:03:07.119345+00:00 IST

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Jay Shah lauds J&K's historic Ranji Trophy win

The Paras Dogra-led Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) have scripted a fairytale ending to their 67-year wait, defeating the powerhouse Karnataka. Playing their first-ever Ranji final, Jammu and Kashmir were crowned champions by virtue of their massive 291-run first-innings lead, a gap that proved insurmountable for the eight-time champions, Karnataka, led by Devdutt Padikkal.

2026-02-28T11:23:39.476579+00:00 IST

LG Manoj Singh congratulates J&K team

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has extended his heartiest congratulations to the J&K cricket team for the historic maiden Ranji Trophy title victory over Karnataka on Saturday.

2026-02-28T11:18:08.612646+00:00 IST

Paras Dogra after his side clinches Ranji Trophy title

Playing their first-ever Ranji final, Jammu and Kashmir were crowned champions by virtue of their massive 291-run first-innings lead, a gap that proved insurmountable for the eight-time champions Karnataka, led by Devdutt Padikkal on Saturday.

2026-02-28T10:58:24.406588+00:00 IST

Tennis

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India ready for Davis Cup World group I playoffs against Togo

Led by captain Rohit Rajpal, a former Davis Cupper and a member of the Indian tennis team at the 1990 Asian Games, Team India consists of five members: the experienced N Sriram Balaji, Ramkumar Ramanathan, & Mukund Sasikumar, and debutants Rithvik Bollipalli & Karan Singh.

2025-01-30T12:45:00.743806+00:00 IST

Jannik Sinner reflects on back-to-back Australian Open triumphs

The morning after securing his second consecutive Australian Open title, Jannik Sinner brought the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup to the picturesque Albert Park Lake. On Monday, the Italian shared how this year's victory holds a distinct meaning compared to his breakthrough triumph last year.

2025-01-27T15:09:28.298467+00:00 IST

Tennis stars shower praises on Jannik Sinner

Italian tennis star and world number one Jannik Sinner secured back-to-back Australian Open titles on Sunday, defeating Alexander Zverev in a hard-hitting title clash in Melbourne, becoming the first player from his country to secure three Grand Slam titles. Sinner downed Zverev by 6-3, 7-6(4), 6-3 in a two-hour, 42-minute final in which he did not face even a single break point. He managed to defend the title which he had won last year.

2025-01-26T17:35:27.065159+00:00 IST

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KIWG 2026: Ladakh women set up ice-hockey final vs ITBP

Hosts Ladakh and ITBP women marched into the final of the Khelo India Winter Games 2026 ice hockey competition in commanding fashion on Friday. This will be a repeat of KIWG 2025's women's ice hockey final, according to a release.

2026-01-23T18:27:08.725488+00:00 IST

Aarush Tiwari and Hiya Adlakha: Story of two figure skaters

On the ice, they skate alone. Off it, they share a journey defined by courage, sacrifice and belief. Aarush Tiwari and Hiya Adlakha (both novice figure skaters) belong to Gen Z of Indian figure skaters daring to dream big in a sport still struggling to find its feet in the country, according to a release.

2026-01-23T18:11:10.851006+00:00 IST

PV Sindhu shares heartfelt note after Saina Nehwal's retirement

India's ace shuttler PV Sindhu on Friday shared a heartfelt note for Saina Nehwal, who recently announced her retirement from competitive badminton.

2026-01-23T18:10:26.091936+00:00 IST

Football

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Ronaldo "hungry for more" after hitting 950 career goals

Seasoned goal-scoring machine Cristiano Ronaldo insisted that he is still "hungry for more" after netting his 950th career goal in Al-Nassr's 2-0 victory over Al-Hazm.

2025-10-26T10:06:07.162870+00:00 IST

"Not good enough": Chelsea boss Maresca scathing verdict

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca launched a brutal verdict on his side's shocking defeat against Sunderland in the Premier League and classified the Blues as "not good enough".

2025-10-26T09:21:54.493732+00:00 IST

Goa face Jamshedpur in a replay of last season’s finale

The 2025 Super Cup finalists, FC Goa, are set to lock horns with Jamshedpur FC at the PJN Stadium in Fatorda on Sunday in what promises to be a gripping encounter in the ongoing AIFF Super Cup 2025-26, as per the All India Football Federation (AIFF) website.

2025-10-26T07:48:32.925587+00:00 IST

Hockey

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Bihar, Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Chhattisgarh secure victories

The 15th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship kicked off in style, as Jammu & Kashmir, Hockey Association of Bihar, Hockey Uttarakhand, Hockey Gujarat and Chhattisgarh Hockey started their campaign with a win in their respective matches.

2025-07-28T17:29:02.117263+00:00 IST

Hockey India hosts 15th Congress, announces nationwide festival

Indian hockey's legacy began in 1925 with the formation of its first-ever national governing body. To commemorate this historic milestone, Hockey India will organise an unprecedented, nationwide celebration on November 7. The event will feature 1,000 simultaneous matches -- one men's and one women's match in every district of the country -- engaging over 36,000 players (18,000 men and 18,000 women).

2025-07-27T13:44:02.314345+00:00 IST

15th HI Sub Junior Men National C'ship to start from Monday

Like the earlier National Championships this year, the 15th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship 2025 features 29 teams divided into three divisions--Division A, Division B, and Division C--with the aim of introducing an added competitive edge with promotion and relegation of teams at stake, as per a press release from Hockey India.

2025-07-27T05:36:46.458236+00:00 IST

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Cricket

NZ, GG star terms India's maiden WC win great for women's game

Sophie was speaking to ANI as her side, Gujarat Giants is battling for a playoff spot in the ongoing Women's Premier League (WPL), sitting at number three in the table with three wins and three losses. While Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), her former team, have made it to the playoffs, the fight for the other two playoff spots remains tight among the remaining teams.

2026-01-26T13:52:49.674294+00:00 IST

Cricket

Pakistan is misleading Bangladesh, says Rajeev Shukla

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Vice President Rajeev Shukla has said that Pakistan has misled Bangladesh, which took a stance to not play the T20 World Cup matches in India over "security concerns" and said that Dhaka was assured of full security and its concerns addressed.

2026-01-26T13:51:59.829981+00:00 IST

Cricket

Sachin Tendulkar extends wishes on 77th Republic Day

Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Monday extended wishes as India celebrates its 77th Republic Day.

2026-01-26T13:48:55.645435+00:00 IST

Cricket

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi says "decision by Friday"

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman and the country's interior minister, Mohsin Naqvi, met with the Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif to brief him on the International Cricket Council (ICC) matter of removing Bangladesh from the upcoming T20 Men's World Cup, starting February 7 in India and Sri Lanka.

2026-01-26T13:44:23.077938+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ranji Trophy: KL Rahul named in Karnataka squad

India's star batter KL Rahul has been named in Karnataka's squad for their upcoming 2025/26 Ranji Trophy match against Punjab in Mohali, starting January 29.

2026-01-26T13:27:47.992261+00:00 IST

Tennis

Australian Open: Bhambri's third-round loss ends India's campaign

India's Yuki Bhambri and his Swedish partner Andre Goransson suffered defeat in the third round of the men's doubles match in the Australian Open 2026. With this loss, India's campaign at the season's first Grand Slam comes to an end.

2026-01-26T13:18:13.443677+00:00 IST

Cricket

India offered full security to Bangladesh: Rajeev Shukla

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Vice President Rajeev Shukla said that India offered full security to the Bangladesh cricket team, but it was difficult to change the entire ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 schedule at the last moment.

2026-01-26T12:22:14.175929+00:00 IST

Cricket

BCCI VP Rajeev Shukla congratulates Rohit, Harmanpreet

The Board of Control of Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla on Monday congratulated Rohit Sharma and Harmanpreet Kaur as the Indian heavyweights are set to receive the Padma Shri award for their outstanding contributions to Indian cricket.

2026-01-26T12:09:04.226158+00:00 IST

Tennis

Swiatek, Rybakina, Anisimova, Pegula qualify for quarterfinals

World No. 2 Iga Swiatek, World No. 4 Amanda Anisimova, World No. 5 Elena Rybakina and World No. 6 Jessica Pegula have qualified for the women's singles quarterfinals of the Australian Open 2025 tournament on Monday.

2026-01-26T10:40:45.810769+00:00 IST

Hockey

Hockey India applauds coach Baldev and Punia on Padma Shri honour

Hockey India extended its warmest congratulations to veteran hockey coach Baldev Singh and Indian women's hockey goalkeeper Savita on being conferred with the prestigious Padma Shri award, recognising their outstanding contributions to Indian hockey and sport at large, according to a release.

2026-01-26T10:36:03.082793+00:00 IST

Tennis

Australian Open: Sinner into QFs; Musetti books Djokovic clash

The current world number two outclassed Darderi 6-1, 6-3, 7-6(2) to qualify for his fourth Australian Open quarterfinal, levelling with stars like Grigor Dimitrov, Kei Nishikori and Stefanos Tsitsipas for the fourth-most appearances in the final eight Down Under among active players. The match lasted two hours and nine minutes.

2026-01-26T10:28:02.661183+00:00 IST

Cricket

WI U19 spinners shine in crucial super six victory over Ireland

In a contest that showcased the fighting spirit of West Indies cricket, it was the spin duo of Micah McKenzie and Vitel Lawes who turned the tide and grabbed six wickets between them to steer the team to victory and keep them on course for the semi-finals

2026-01-26T09:47:45.077500+00:00 IST

Others

Jindal Bedla clinches Rajmata Gayatri Devi Memorial Cup title

The Jaipur Polo Season 2026 reached a spectacular peak this Sunday as Jindal Bedla secured a hard-fought 6 1/2 - 6 victory against Optiemus Achievers to take home the prestigious Rajmata Gayatri Devi Memorial Cup. Playing at the historic RPC Ground under the bright afternoon sun, both teams displayed incredible skill in a high-stakes final that kept the crowd on the edge of their seats.

2026-01-26T09:40:38.203266+00:00 IST

Cricket

Irfan Pathan heaps praises on Abhishek Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav

The former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan showered immense praise on Indian batters Abhishek Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav after both batters put on a swashbuckling batting display on Sunday to help India defeat New Zealand by 8 wickets and gain an unassailable 3-0 lead over the visitors in the five-match T20I series.

2026-01-26T09:33:05.767153+00:00 IST