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"Play like champions": Harbhajan's message to Team India

This is India's fourth T20WC final, the most by any team. Team India will be aiming to create history in multiple ways: by becoming the first team to lift the T20 World Cup at home, the first team to defend the title and the first team to hold a record-breaking three titles when they take to the field for the final against New Zealand at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday evening.

2026-03-08T12:24:58.140139+00:00 IST

Kedar Jadhav speaks on T20 WC final clash

Team India will be gunning for their third ICC T20 World Cup title, while on the other hand, the Kiwis, the 2021 World Test Champions, will be eyeing their first-ever world title in limited-overs cricket.

2026-03-08T12:24:16.003435+00:00 IST

Ajay Sharma expresses strong support for Auqib Nabi

Former Indian cricketer and head coach of Jammu and Kashmir, Ajay Sharma, backed his side's ace seamer Auqib Nabi to get a call straight away for the national Test side after he finished as the leading wicket-taker in the recently concluded Ranji Trophy season.

2026-03-08T12:19:15.392426+00:00 IST

Ishan's granddad, coach extend wishes ahead of T20WC final

2026-03-08T11:55:14.625316+00:00 IST

Team management has to take tough call on Abhishek Sharma: Kaif

Kaif expressed his views on the social media platform X, suggesting that the team management must take a "tough call" on whether to persist with Abhishek despite his recent struggles with form or bring in another option for the high-stakes clash.

2026-03-08T11:51:34.974810+00:00 IST

IND vs NZ final: 5 key battles to watch out for in Ahmedabad

India and New Zealand are set to face off against each other in the all-important T20 World Cup 2026 final clash at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. With both teams having played some impressive cricket in the lead-up to the final, players like Mitchell Santner, Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, and Arshdeep Singh, among others, are set to play crucial roles in the summit clash.

2026-03-08T11:49:04.173974+00:00 IST

"India will win:" Paras Dogra ahead of T20WC final

Jammu and Kashmir captain Paras Dogra has backed India to emerge victorious in the final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 against New Zealand, expressing confidence that the home side has the strength to dominate the title clash.

2026-03-08T11:24:09.701855+00:00 IST

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"One day my honesty will...": Gambhir on his image as India coach

.Gambhir, a former Indian batting stalwart known for his big match performances in World Cups and now for his massive accomplishments and some lows as a coach, spoke to ANI after Men in Blue achieved their second major ICC title under his coaching and became the first team to defend the T20 WC at home.

2026-03-11T03:45:43.934077+00:00 IST

"Proud moment": Abhishek's father hails son’s role in T20WC win

Abhishek, who had struggled for form during the early stages of the T20 World Cup 2026 campaign and registered three consecutive ducks, delivered a crucial performance in the final.

2026-03-11T03:32:13.660964+00:00 IST

West Indies arrange commercial travel after ICC charter delay

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has secured commercial travel arrangements for members of the West Indies squad currently in India, following continued delays in charter flight arrangements organised by the International Cricket Council (ICC).

2026-03-11T03:11:52.231703+00:00 IST

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Teen star Lilli beats ex-champion Darja to reach Mumbai Open SFs

Meanwhile, Mananchaya Sawangkaew and Lanlana Tararudee also advanced to the semi-finals of the Singles draw, as per an MSLTA press release.

2026-02-06T15:09:36.668061+00:00 IST

Home advantage in focus as India ready to take on Netherlands

The match between Indian Olympian Sumit Nagal and Guy Den Ouden will be followed by another singles contest between Dhakshineswar Suresh and Jesper de Jong to conclude the first day.

2026-02-06T14:23:06.989343+00:00 IST

Lilli emerges as strong contender at Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series

The seventh seed, currently enjoying a career-high World No. 128 in Women's Singles, defeated India's Vaishnavi Adkar in straight sets in the Round of 32 and is eyeing a deep run in the tournament.

2026-02-05T16:44:25.673584+00:00 IST

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ISL: Mohammedan Sporting hope to open win tally against Bengaluru

The match is scheduled to kick off at 17:00 IST. The second match of the day will see Kerala Blasters FC host Chennaiyin FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi, with the kick-off slated for 19:30 IST on Saturday, as per a press release from ISL.

2026-03-06T15:55:23.541154+00:00 IST

Fit India Carnival to return for grand 2nd edition in New Delhi

Set to be organised for three days - March 8, 9 and 10 - the 2nd edition of the carnival will be inaugurated on Sunday, after completion of the 64th edition of the Fit India Sundays on Cycle at the Major Dhyanchand Stadium, which will also mark the celebration of International Women's Day. This edition will put a special focus on women athletes, influencers and fitness champions, as per a press release from the Sports Authority of India (SAI).

2026-03-06T13:51:36.888283+00:00 IST

Rajasthan Regals complete dominating finals win

Rajasthan Regals wrote a fantastic new chapter in the history of Indian professional golf, winning the inaugural PGTI's 72 The League, with a commanding 12-3 win over table-toppers UP Prometheans on Friday at Qutab Golf Course.

2026-03-06T13:30:41.786827+00:00 IST

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Chennaiyin FC face Odisha test for first win of ISL

Assessing the challenge ahead, head coach Clifford Miranda underlined the need for his side to be at their sharpest in what promises to be a demanding away fixture, irrespective of the hosts' winless start to the season.

2026-02-27T12:08:14.216349+00:00 IST

IFL 2025-26 kicks off with a double header on opening day

The Indian Football League (IFL), the country's second-tier men's professional competition, returns on Friday, marking the beginning of a new chapter in India's football pyramid. Formerly known as the I-League, the rebranded competition kicks off with a double-header.

2026-02-27T05:30:31.835437+00:00 IST

ISL 2025-26: Bengaluru FC and Punjab FC set for high-stakes clash

Punjab FC counters with the skilful Dani Ramirez dictating the tempo and the physically imposing Effiong Nsungusi leading the line. Strengthening the Shers' defence is Brazilian veteran Pablo Santos, whose leadership will be crucial in neutralising the Blues' creative threats.

2026-02-26T18:28:13.155202+00:00 IST

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Fitness, team cohesion priority for Indian women's hockey coach

Marijne, who returned to the women's programme in December 2025 after a four-year hiatus, has underlined that his immediate focus is well defined. With an eye on the major assignments in the Los Angeles Olympic cycle, the Dutchman has emphasised the importance of building strong team chemistry while also raising fitness standards across the squad.

2026-02-05T03:08:23.533044+00:00 IST

SLC Morning and JDMC emerge victorious

In the women's category, Janki Devi Memorial College (JDM) beat Shyama Prasad Mukherjee College 1-0. Komal scored the winning goal for the victorious team, and Anjali was awarded the Player of the Match.

2026-02-04T15:42:09.857194+00:00 IST

"I have to give my 100% in every match": Aditya Lalage

Now selected for the 33-member Senior Men National Coaching Camp in Rourkela, Aditya is looking forward to a strong comeback ahead of the FIH Men's Pro League 2025-26, according to a release.

2026-02-03T16:23:46.091271+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Allen, Seifert most explosive openers of T20WC: Aakash Chopra

Speaking on JioHotstar, Chopra praised the New Zealand duo for their destructive performances at the top of the order, particularly against teams like South Africa and the UAE, where they dominated opposition bowling attacks with attacking strokeplay.

2026-03-08T11:01:47.139430+00:00 IST

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Fit India Carnival 2026 begins in Delhi with star participation

The national capital witnessed a vibrant celebration of health, sport and community spirit as the Fit India Carnival 2026 was inaugurated with great enthusiasm at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Sunday morning.

2026-03-08T10:40:23.464547+00:00 IST

Tennis

Adkar clinches ITF W35 Kalaburagi title

India's Vaishnavi Adkar lifted the singles title at the ITF W35 Kalaburagi with a determined 7-6(3), 6-4 victory over compatriot Ankita Raina in the final on Sunday.

2026-03-08T10:31:36.858026+00:00 IST

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Zydus Pinkathon Delhi marks Women's Day with 6,000 runners

Celebrating the indomitable spirit of women this International Women's Day, Zydus Pinkathon Delhi brought together nearly 6,000 women at the iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium for its landmark eighth edition.

2026-03-08T10:20:04.425966+00:00 IST

Cricket

Long live Test cricket, says Alyssa Healy in her farewell speech

Speaking after the match, the veteran wicketkeeper-batter expressed pride in how the team bounced back following a disappointing T20 series earlier in the tour.

2026-03-08T09:46:28.148156+00:00 IST

Cricket

Harmanpreet reflects on India’s 10-wicket Test loss to Australia

Speaking at the post-match presentation, Harmanpreet Kaur said the team started well in the T20Is, which they won 2-1, but couldn't maintain the momentum in the Test, though she described the series as a valuable and enjoyable experience. She highlighted the confidence gained from multi-format tournaments and also acknowledged the challenge of pink-ball cricket.

2026-03-08T09:32:32.596728+00:00 IST

Cricket

Brett Randell scripts history with five wickets in five balls

Within the space of five balls, Northern Districts crashed from a steady start to a precarious 11 for 7. At one stage, Randell's bowling figures stood at an extraordinary 7 for 4 as he ripped through the batting lineup during a single session.

2026-03-08T09:22:54.363403+00:00 IST

Cricket

Laxmi Ratan Shukla encourages India to maintain form in WC final

Former India cricketer and West Bengal minister Laxmi Ratan Shukla on Sunday encouraged Team India to play the way they have played throughout the tournament ahead of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, expressing confidence in batters Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan's good form and wished the team the best ahead of the summit clash.

2026-03-08T09:10:16.973722+00:00 IST

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Women’s participation key for India’s Olympic medal count: Khadse

Khadse made the remarks during the launch of a nationwide athletics league at 250 locations across the country under the ASMITA (Achieving Sports Milestone by Inspiring Women Through Action) programme at the Divisional Sports Complex, Garkheda, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, to mark International Women's Day.

2026-03-08T08:56:22.612958+00:00 IST

Cricket

Amelia Kerr breaks 44-year record with seven-wicket haul

New Zealand captain Amelia Kerr has broken a 44-year-old record with a brilliant seven-wicket haul in the second New Zealand Women vs Zimbabwe Women ODI of the three-match series, in Dunedin on Sunday, as per the ICC website. Amelia Kerr's effort helped the team register a comfortable eight-wicket win and clinch an unassailable 2-0 lead.

2026-03-08T08:14:12.147492+00:00 IST

Cricket

“Our players are best, I hope they win”: Jaya Kishori

Going into the final, India are chasing a few firsts - first to defend a T20 World Cup title, first host team to win the T20 World Cup and the first to three T20 World Cup championships. For New Zealand, the biggest challenges will be how to keep the star-studded Indian batting line-up relatively quiet and how to deal with Jasprit Bumrah's unerring line and length.

2026-03-08T08:08:33.251096+00:00 IST

Cricket

T20WC final: Bumrah's match-up with Allen-Seifert crucial

Men in Blue will be aiming to become the first team to defend the T20WC title at home while Kiwis will be eyeing their first-ever world title in limited-overs cricket. For this, Bumrah and pair of Allen-Seifert are extremely crucial for their respective teams.

2026-03-08T08:07:50.021376+00:00 IST

Cricket

New Zealand's Lea Tahuhu announces retirement from ODIs

New Zealand women's cricket team fast bowler Lea Tahuhu has announced her retirement from the One-Day International (ODI) cricket after 15 years with the team, as per the New Zealand Cricket website.

2026-03-08T07:59:15.924426+00:00 IST