Sports

ICC replaces Bangladesh with Scotland at T20 World Cup 2026

All avenues for Bangladesh to participate in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 in India are closed, as they have now been replaced by Scotland, according to the ICC, reports ESPNcricinfo.

2026-01-24T11:45:03.597900+00:00 IST

Not possible to have bilateral series with Pakistan, says Shukla

Shukla said that with strained relations between the two nations, the cricket board will follow what the Indian government tells them to do in this matter. Notably, India and Pakistan have not played any bilateral series since 2012-13.

2026-01-24T11:33:23.669696+00:00 IST

Shukla: Gambhir enjoys great popularity, control in Team India

Shukla, speaking to ANI, rubbished much of the social media chatter about Gambhir's stint as head coach of Team India, which has had its rocky moments. He also assured that despite the stuff said on social media about him by fans, he remains a popular coach among players.

2026-01-24T11:33:05.939469+00:00 IST

Australian Open: Naomi withdraws from tournament due to injury

Two-time Australian Open champion Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from the ongoing 2026 Australian Open tournament due to an abdominal injury, according to Olympics.com.

2026-01-24T10:19:51.193070+00:00 IST

Skipper Suryakumar reveals battle with lean patch in T20Is

For the first time since October 2024 and 23 innings, India's T20I superstar Suryakumar was finally able to raise his bat proudly for a half-century, as he marked the end of a frustrating run-drought with an explosive 34-ball 82* against the Kiwis at Raipur, enthralling fans in a successful run chase of 209 runs in just 15.2 overs.

2026-01-24T08:20:42.897851+00:00 IST

Indian women's squad for Perth Test against Australia named

A statement from the BCCI said, "The Women's Selection Committee has picked India's squad for the Perth Test against Australia Women to be played after the white-ball series. The Test will take place at the WACA from 6th to 9th March, 2026."

2026-01-24T08:02:54.933471+00:00 IST

MS Dhoni starts practicing ahead of IPL 2026 season

The official Instagram handle of the Jharkhand State Cricket Association (JSCA) posted a brief video of Dhoni padding up and picking up his bat, calling him "Pride of JSCA".

2026-01-24T07:41:38.922332+00:00 IST

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IPL 2026 season to be played from March 28 to May 31

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season will start on March 28, two days after what the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had originally planned, according to ESPNcricinfo.

2026-02-27T14:36:24.714313+00:00 IST

Last rites of Rinku Singh’s father held in Aligarh

Cricketer Rinku Singh's father, Khanchand Singh, who passed away at a hospital in Greater Nodia, was cremated on Friday in Aligarh with a large number of people paying their tributes.

2026-02-27T14:14:47.156637+00:00 IST

Union Minister Singh hails J-K for Ranji Trophy performance

Union Minister Jitendra Singh has lauded the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team for their impressive showing in the ongoing Ranji Trophy, highlighting the players' grit, discipline, and determination on the field.

2026-02-27T13:53:27.702335+00:00 IST

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Bopanna-Shuai storms into mixed doubles QFs of AO 2025

Bopanna and Zhang Shuai, a two-time Grand Slam champion and former world No 2, advanced after receiving a walkover against Taylor Townsend and Hugo Nys in the second round.

2025-01-19T09:33:25.829016+00:00 IST

Ankita Raina wins ITF W50 doubles title with Naikhta

India's top tennis player Ankita Raina won her first doubles title in nine months, triumphing in the final of the ITF W50 event with British partner Naiktha Bains, edging past American fourth seeds Jessie Aney and Jessica Failla in the summit clash on Saturday.

2025-01-18T17:55:15.925329+00:00 IST

N Sriram Balaji-Miguel Angel crashe out of Australia Open

Men's doubles pair of N Sriram Balaji and Miguel Angel Reyes-Varela's campaign ended in Australia Open as they lost to the Portuguese pair of Nuno Borges and Francisco Cabral 7(7)-6(1), 4-6, 6-3 at Melbourne Park on Saturday.

2025-01-18T15:15:05.921492+00:00 IST

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Leander Paes launch grassroots mentorship program

The Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL), in association with the Indian Golf Union (IGU), the Professional Golfers' Association of India (PGAI), and The Golf Foundation (TGF) on Thursday unveiled the 'Golf Growth Initiative,' a landmark program designed to build the next generation of Indian golfers.

2026-01-22T10:58:20.586802+00:00 IST

Top 5 Kabaddi Champions League raiders to keep an eye on

As the Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) inaugural season sets to ignite the mat from January 25, the excitement is building around the players who are expected to define momentum, spark spectacular moments, and fire up crowds with every point they score.

2026-01-22T10:30:06.768731+00:00 IST

Indonesia Masters: Sindhu, Lakshya make it to quarterfinals

Sindhu earned a straight games win, outclassing Denmark's Line Hojmark Kjaersfeldt with a close-fought 21-19, 21-18 scoreline.

2026-01-22T08:56:46.188576+00:00 IST

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Punjab FC announces Zeljkovic as first overseas signing of season

Zeljkovic has been signed on a free transfer and penned a one-year contract with the club, after spending the last season with Radnicki 1923 in Serbia, as per a press release from Punjab FC.

2025-10-21T12:51:13.969797+00:00 IST

Al Nassr pack a punch against FC Goa

While Cristiano Ronaldo has not travelled with the team to India, Al Nassr still possesses a star-studded squad capable of dominating proceedings.

2025-10-21T11:12:40.412388+00:00 IST

Shillong welcomes India for opening clash against IR Iran

The Indian senior women's team will play the first of the Tri-Nation International Friendlies against IR Iran on Tuesday, at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong.

2025-10-21T03:05:02.327682+00:00 IST

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India A Men's Hockey Team wins 6-0 against Ireland

Uttam Singh once again opened the scoring for the India A Team, followed by captain Sanjay. Midfielder Mohammed Raheel Mouseen then scored impressive back-to-back goals, followed by a goal each by Amandeep Lakra and Varun Kumar as India A secured their second win for the country, blanking out Ireland 6-0.

2025-07-10T06:40:20.263028+00:00 IST

Day-7 Results: 15th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National C'ship

In the first match today, Hockey Maharashtra played a 1-1 draw with Hockey Punjab, in Division 'A'. Anvi Rawat (35') scored for Hockey Maharashtra, whereas Saloni (37') played an equaliser for Hockey Punjab to end the game in a draw, as per a press release from Hockey India.

2025-07-09T16:31:03.479989+00:00 IST

India A open their tour of Europe with dominant win over Ireland

India had a complete performance throughout the four quarters and hardly put a foot wrong. Uttam Singh opened the scoring for the men in blue and Amandeep Lakra later extended their lead. This was followed by an impressive brace by Aditya Lalage as he scored back-to-back goals. Forwards Selvam Karthi and Boby Singh Dhami also scored a goal each to feature on the scoresheet. Ireland could only manage to score a consolation goal as India ensured they were tight with their defending.

2025-07-09T07:49:35.151111+00:00 IST

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Hockey

"Managed key moments": VKL's Arthur after reaching HIL final

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers became the first team to qualify for the final of the men's HIL 2025-26 after a 2-1 victory in Qualifier 1 against Ranchi Royals at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium here on Friday. The Lancers had earlier finished the league stage at the top of the standings with 16 points. Alexander Hendrickx bagged a brace to give his side a 2-0 lead before Mandeep Singh pulled one back for the Royals.

2026-01-24T07:15:02.558311+00:00 IST

Others

KCL: High voltage double-header to open the season

The action begins at 7:00 PM with the inaugural match between Sonipat Stars and Gurugram Gurus. The historic opener brings together two strong Haryana teams eager to make the first statement of the season. Sonipat Stars will look to rely on their disciplined structure and tactical execution, while Gurugram Gurus are expected to counter with aggression, athletic raids, and an attacking mindset. With history on the line, the opening clash promises energy, emotion, and high-intensity kabaddi, as per a KCL press release.

2026-01-24T06:55:40.748748+00:00 IST

Tennis

Australian Open: Defending champion Keys continues winning run

Keys continued her winning run at the Australian Open, extending her unbeaten run to 10 matches, outclassing the former US Open and Wimbledon finalist 6-3, 6-3 to end her hopes of any further run in the tournament.

2026-01-24T06:49:28.069710+00:00 IST

Tennis

Australian Open: Sinner survives heat, cramps to make it to R4

As per ATP's official website, Sinner beat Eliot in a fine comeback win from being one set down, by 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 6-4 at Rod Laver Arena in a battle that lasted for three hours and 45 minutes.

2026-01-24T06:42:35.103807+00:00 IST

Cricket

"Driving through offside...": Gavaskar on Suryakumar

After 23 innings, for the first time since October 2024, Suryakumar scored a fifty in T20Is. Not only just that, the Indian skipper also enthralled the Raipur crowd by showcasing the Surya which ruled T20I cricket not so long ago, be it through his classy, caressing drives down the ground and his trademark 'Supla' shot. This 82* in 37 balls, with nine fours and four sixes, is no less than a century, given the circumstances it came in during the match, with India at 6/2. It also came at the perfect time, in India's last assignment before the T20 World Cup starting from next month.

2026-01-24T06:12:54.005507+00:00 IST

Hockey

HIL: Hyderabad Toofans, Ranchi Royal battle for title clash spot

The match, starting at 7:30 PM IST, will be a do-or-die encounter, with the winner earning a coveted spot in the Final, where table-toppers and Qualifier 1 winners, Vedanta Kalinga Lancers, await. The losing team, meanwhile, will play the 3/4th place match against HIL GC.

2026-01-24T06:12:39.899371+00:00 IST

Cricket

"Not sure even 280 would've been enough": Doull after NZ's loss

Kiwis did set up a daunting 208 runs to chase, at least that is what it looked like when Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma were sent packing within the first two overs. But the fireworks from Ishan Kishan and skipper Suryakumar Yadav left the Kiwis searching for ball, for answers as they went 2-0 down in the series with another dominant show by Team India. In the first match as well, NZ had conceded 238 runs, but were restricted to 190/7, with Team India getting regular wickets.

2026-01-24T05:57:10.191309+00:00 IST

Cricket

Steve Waugh points out positives and "potential danger" of T20s

Waugh, the owner of the Amsterdam franchise in the European T20 Premier League (ETPL) starting this year in late summer, was speaking to ESPNCricinfo.

2026-01-24T05:39:42.539819+00:00 IST

Cricket

"Pressure is on Sanju": Aakash ofter Ishan masterclass at Raipur

Dominant knocks from Ishan Kishan and skipper Suryakumar Yadav helped Team India secure a seven-wicket win over NZ, chasing down 209 runs in just 15.2 overs. However, within all the records and positives, once again hid a same old story: Samson getting his chances, but not making the most of it. After a six against Matt Henry in the first over, which he could only get because of a catch-drop, the flashy right-hander once again failed to make this chance at the top count, falling for just six runs.

2026-01-24T05:36:21.650918+00:00 IST

Others

Manush, Diya capture mixed doubles title at WTT Contender Muscat

On Friday, the third-seeded Indian pair defeated China's fourth-seeded Huang Youzheng and Shi Xunyao 3-2 (11-5, 5-11, 11-5, 5-11, 13-11) in a title clash that lasted 37 minutes to secure their second mixed doubles crown at the WTT Contender event, as per Olympics.com.

2026-01-24T04:36:01.043230+00:00 IST

Cricket

"Doing 10 times better now": Ashwin hails India's T20I batting

It was some video game cricket being played at Raipur, as after being down 6/2 while chasing 209 runs, Ishan and Suryakumar piled up fours and sixes against a helpless Kiwi attack, with conditions made more batting-friendly by the presence of dew. India is 2-0 up in the series, with Ishan's run of form and Suryakumar's return to runs being two massive positives for India.

2026-01-24T04:07:39.870188+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ashwin expresses concern over dew factor after India crush NZ

Despite being down 6/2 within two overs, explosive knocks from Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav helped India chase down a massive total of 209 runs in 15.2 overs. As much as it was about the dominance of Indian batters and their supreme skill, such a quick run-chase and this astonishing result was also made possible due to presence of dew in the second innings on the surface, making the outfield faster, making the ball wet and less easier to grip or control while bowling. After the match, while Ashwin hailed the batting duo of Ishan and Surya, he was not appreciative of the largely anti-bowler conditions in the second innings.

2026-01-24T03:47:57.076884+00:00 IST

Hockey

Kalinga Lancers' Krishnan hails team after reaching HIL final

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers booked their spot in the final of the Men's HIL, securing a 2-1 win against Ranchi Royals at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium on Friday. Ranchi Royals will take on the Hyderabad Toofans in Qualifier 2 on Sunday for a spot in the final.

2026-01-24T03:33:38.884611+00:00 IST

Cricket

SA20: Sunrisers Eastern Cape make it to 4th successive final

The two-time champions comfortably chased down Royals' 114/7 with seven wickets and 50 balls to spare, as per a press release from SA20. Now, they will be facing Pretoria Capitals in the final.

2026-01-24T03:07:37.065884+00:00 IST