Sports

Indian footballer Manisha Kalyan signs with Peru's Alianza Lima

A statement from the club said, "Alianza Lima Women's team announces the signing of Manisha Kalyan, an Indian midfielder who will bolster the team's attack. The player comes from PAOK FC in Greece, where she competed at the highest level of European football."

2026-01-16T17:36:35.502799+00:00 IST

MI London appoint Lisa Keightley and Kieron Pollard as he

Keightley brings a vast global coaching experience and a proven championship pedigree. One of the most respected figures in women's cricket, she has led the England Women's team for three years, guided the Northern Superchargers to the 2025 Women's Hundred title and coached in the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) (Sydney Thunder) and Women's Premier League (WPL) (Mumbai Indians), as per a press release.

2026-01-16T17:07:54.950900+00:00 IST

BCB to investigate claims of threats against protesting players

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has promised to investigate the threats and claims against the protesting players and the president of the Cricketers Welfare Association of Bangladesh (CWAB), Mohammad Mithun, who said about receiving threating calls, according to ESPNcricinfo.

2026-01-16T17:02:19.999687+00:00 IST

India Open: Lakshya Sen goes down in QFs, Indian challenge ends

Sen won the opening game against Lin but then struggled from the faster side of the court to go down 17-21, 21-13, 21-18 in the men's singles quarterfinals, as per a press release from BAI.

2026-01-16T16:48:48.995813+00:00 IST

Vishvaraj's unbeaten 165 help Saurashtra seal place in VHT final

Saurashtra opener Vishvaraj Jadeja hammered an unbeaten 165 runs that helped his side to beat Punjab by nine wickets in the second semi-final of the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) 2025-26 trophy on Friday.

2026-01-16T16:45:55.969566+00:00 IST

BBL: David Warner hits ton against Sydney Sixers

Having scored his 10th T20 hundred during the Big Bash League (BBL) match against Sydney Sixers, Sydney Thunder captain and former Australian David Warner surpassed Indian great Virat Kohli to become third on the list of most centuries in T20s.

2026-01-16T16:40:46.051364+00:00 IST

WPL: Radha Yadav's superb fifty helps RCB post 182/7 vs GG

A brilliant half-century by Radha Yadav took Royal Challengers Bengaluru and took them to 182/7 in 20 overs against the Gujarat Giants in the ninth match of the ongoing Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the DY Patil Stadium on Friday.

2026-01-16T16:34:04.985344+00:00 IST

Cricket

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Raza 15 runs away from reaching landmark of 3000 runs in T20Is

The Zimbabwe captain will eye this historic milestone during the must-win clash against the defending champions India at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Thursday.

2026-02-25T15:45:15.533252+00:00 IST

T20 WC: Powell, Hetmyer chase career-defining milestones

The West Indies' clash against South Africa at Ahmedabad could witness Powell and Hetmyer, two mainstays of an explosive Caribbean line-up, achieve two massive, career-defining records.

2026-02-25T15:42:01.027634+00:00 IST

Abhishek retains top spot in latest T20I batting rankings

Indian opener Abhishek Sharma continued to stay at the top position in the latest ICC Men's T20I batting rankings despite having a dismal run in the ongoing T20 World Cup.

2026-02-25T14:55:24.815063+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Novak Djokovic withdraws from Paris Masters tournament

Taking to Instagram on Wednesday in his story, Djokovic wrote as quoted by ATP, "Unfortunately I would not be playing @rolexparismasters this year. Sorry to everyone who was hoping to see me play there. Wishing all the players, sponsors, organisers and fans a great tournament."

2024-10-24T08:36:48.766682+00:00 IST

Jannik Sinner dominates Djokovic at Shanghai Masters Final

Jannik Sinner delivered an impressive performance to defeat Novak Djokovic and secure his seventh title of 2024 at the Shanghai Masters on Sunday.

2024-10-13T17:20:10.523223+00:00 IST

Jannik Sinner clinches historic ATP year-end No1

Jannik Sinner has secured the ATP Year-End No.1, becoming the first Italian to achieve this milestone, following his semi-final victory at the Shanghai Masters

2024-10-12T18:13:42.522799+00:00 IST

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“Was just trying to focus on one point at a time”: Lakshya Sen

India's HS Prannoy, however, bowed out after a three-game battle against Singapore's Loh Kean Yew.

2026-01-15T18:20:08.098089+00:00 IST

BWF issues statement after players raise venue concerns

The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has issued an official statement addressing the concerns raised over playing conditions at the ongoing India Open 2026 in New Delhi, following earlier allegations made by Denmark shuttler Mia Blichfeldt.

2026-01-15T17:05:34.859446+00:00 IST

India Open 2026: Lakshya Sen beats Nishimoto in straight games

Former champion Lakshya Sen relied on his strong defence and injection of pace to defeat Japan's Kenta Nishimoto while Kidambi Srikanth and HS Prannoy's inspired performances were not enough in the second round of the India Open 2026, a BWF World Tour Super 750 event being organised by the Badminton Association of India, at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium here on Thursday

2026-01-15T14:38:45.999199+00:00 IST

Football

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"Good start by Khalid Jamil, but needs consistency”: Bhutia

Jamil recently guided India to a third-place finish in the CAFA Nations Cup, where they defeated higher-ranked Oman 1(3)-1(2) on penalties to claim a historic bronze medal.

2025-09-14T04:48:17.669779+00:00 IST

Indian men's futsal team to play two friendlies against Lebanon

The Indian men's futsal team will play two friendly matches against Lebanon in Beirut on September 13 and 15 as part of their preparations for the AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers, scheduled for later this month, as per the official website of the All India Football Federation (AIFF).

2025-09-13T02:42:01.508289+00:00 IST

23-member Indian squad for SAFF U17 Championship named

The Indian U17 men's team head coach Bibiano Fernandes on Friday named a 23-member squad for the SAFF U17 Championship in Sri Lanka starting from September 15.

2025-09-12T14:51:42.966654+00:00 IST

Hockey

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Indian Hockey players sign up for various educational courses

More than 100 Indian hockey players have signed up for various educational courses with Amity University Online as they look to secure their future outside and be part of a holistic development programme, as per the Hockey India press release.

2025-06-03T08:49:33.870180+00:00 IST

Indian junior women’s hockey team defeats Uruguay 3-1 in shootout

India's Vice Captain, Hina (10') and Lalrinpuii (24') put India in control early in the match, while Geeta, Kanika, and Lalthantluangi converted their chances in the shootout to seal the victory.

2025-06-01T07:02:13.817501+00:00 IST

Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team loses to Chile in shootout

The Indian Junior Women's Hockey Team suffered a 1-3 defeat in a shootout against Chile after a 2-2 draw over four quarters in their fourth match of the friendly Four Nations Tournament in Rosario, Argentina, on Friday, according to a release from Hockey India (HI).

2025-05-30T09:26:25.544349+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Iyer and Bishnoi added to squad, Sundar ruled out ahead NZ T20Is

Indian All-rounder Washington Sundar has been ruled out of the upcoming five-match T20I series against New Zealand, starting on January 21. The development was confirmed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Friday.

2026-01-16T16:27:11.111275+00:00 IST

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Indian Open: Mia calls tournament conditions "unprofessional"

Danish shuttler Mia Blitchfeldt, who had earlier criticised the playing conditions in New Delhi at the ongoing Indian Open tournament, shared a post on her Instagram handle revisiting her criticism.

2026-01-16T15:43:20.544052+00:00 IST

Football

“There's no fighting spirit”: Armando Colaco on Indian football

Former national India football coach Armando Colaco shared his views regarding the current state of Indian football, highlighting the decline of national pride, the lack of opportunities for Indian players, the importance of promotion and relegation, putting Indian coaches at the helm, and the growing positives in women's football.

2026-01-16T15:13:30.900158+00:00 IST

Others

PGT 2026: Indian riders gear up for Olympic pathway challenge

With just 72 hours to go until the start of India's inaugural UCI 2.2 Continental Cycling Road Race - the Pune Grand Tour 2026, Indian riders are ready to embrace the experience, learning, and take up the challenge that brings them to the brink of breaking into the international circuit.

2026-01-16T15:03:16.022625+00:00 IST

Cricket

VHT: Anmolpreet Singh's century powers Punjab to 291

Anmolpreet Singh's century and wicketkeeper-batter Prabhsimran Singh's fighting 87-run knock helped Punjab to post 291 in 50 overs against Saurashtra in the second semi-final of the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 on Friday.

2026-01-16T15:01:54.667833+00:00 IST

Cricket

Steve Smith surpasses Warner for most tons in BBL history

Smith achieved this milestone during his side Sydney Sixers' derby match against Sydney Thunder. He brought up his fourth BBL ton, outdoing David Warner, Ben McDermott and had laced his knock with five fours and nine sixes, getting his runs at a strike rate of 238.09.

2026-01-16T14:29:13.514895+00:00 IST

Cricket

WPL 2026: GG elects to field first against RCB

Gujarat Giants have won the toss and decided to field first against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the ninth match of the ongoing Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the DY Patil Stadium on Friday.

2026-01-16T13:59:38.939756+00:00 IST

Cricket

"I like his aggression": India U19 pacer Henil inspired by Steyn

Henil Patel ripped through the United States' batting line-up to collect magical figures of 5/16 during India's six-wicket victory in Bulawayo on Thursday. His spell provided the five-time champions, India, to start their U19 World Cup campaign on a superb note.

2026-01-16T12:28:54.687854+00:00 IST

Others

International teams assemble for Pune Grand Tour 2026

The arrival of overseas contingents marks another milestone in the build-up to the Bajaj-sponsored race, scheduled from January 19 to 23, with four stages covering 437 km across the diverse terrain of Pune District. Sidi Ali Unlock Sports Team from Morocco, who will headline the African presence at the event. The team will be represented by Ahmed Echahed, Alejandro Gainza Rodriguez, Sadki Mohamed, Saad Ait Akbour, Saad M'Hah, and Zouhair Rahil, bringing experience from African and international racing circuits to Indian roads.

2026-01-16T11:56:54.651456+00:00 IST

Others

Shooting legend Jitu speaks on impact inaugural SLI could make

Speaking on the sidelines of the launch of the UP Prometheans, a franchise in the SLI, Rai said the league will give shooting a powerful platform to connect elite performances with wider public engagement.

2026-01-16T11:43:58.088552+00:00 IST

Others

CM Dhami inaugurate National Paralympic Powerlifting Championship

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, while virtually inaugurating the National Paralympic Powerlifting Championship on Friday, said that the past decade has witnessed an unprecedented transformation in India's sporting history, making this period a golden chapter for Indian sports.

2026-01-16T11:16:58.747981+00:00 IST

Cricket

WBBL: Alyssa Healy given lap of honour at Sydney Cricket Ground

In the WBBL, she has appeared in 129 matches, scoring 3,125 runs at an average of 25.82 and a strike rate of 133.71, with a top score of 112 not out, including five centuries and 15 fifties, while taking 60 catches and 45 stumpings.

2026-01-16T11:09:18.493321+00:00 IST

Tennis

Federer practices with Ruud ahead of exhibition match at AO 2026

Swiss legend Roger Federer returned to Rod Laver Arena on Friday for the first time since 2020 for a practice session with Casper Ruud,

2026-01-16T10:57:32.177403+00:00 IST

Others

Yogi Adityanath hails PM Modi's initiative for sports culture

"Before 2014, sports and sports competitions were not part of the government's agenda... They were often neglected. Due to the lack of international-level infrastructure, our talented players either migrated or became frustrated, but now, after 2014, the new sports culture that Prime Minister Modi has developed in the country is truly remarkable today," CM Yogi said.

2026-01-16T10:32:47.727117+00:00 IST