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Iyer, Rana, Sundar relish victory against New Zealand at Vadodara

Indian cricket team players Shreyas Iyer, Harshit Rana and Washington Sundar relished the team's victory in the first game of the three-match ODI series against New Zealand at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara on Sunday.

2026-01-12T06:32:41.248776+00:00 IST

Kashi Kings crowned UPKL Season 2 champions

Kashi Kings were crowned champions of the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL) Season 2 after producing a composed and tactically superior performance to defeat Lucknow Lions 38-32 in a high-pressure final at the Noida Indoor Stadium.

2026-01-12T06:23:09.118559+00:00 IST

Pathan dissects Kohli’s consistency after his match-winning 93

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan dissected the reason behind Virat Kohli's consistency in ODIs after the legendary Indian batter's match-winning 93-run knock against New Zealand at Vadodara on Sunday in the first ODI of the three-match series against New Zealand. Pathan noted Kohli's head position and his body strength, saying they help the batter on the crease.

2026-01-12T04:55:16.902061+00:00 IST

Sri Lanka clinch series-levelling win against Pakistan

Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan by 14 runs in the rain-affected 3rd T20I to level the three-match series 1-1 on Sunday at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium. Sri Lankan batters, especially captain Dasun Shanak, Janith Liyanage and Kamil Mishara, were the chief architects of Sri Lanka's win, while Wanindu Hasaranga's three-wicket haul helped the hosts restrict Pakistan's chase.

2026-01-12T03:55:39.755580+00:00 IST

Mohammad Nabi shares 53-run stand with son Hassan Eisakhil in BPL

The father-son duo of 41-year-old Afghanistan veteran cricketer Mohammad Nabi and 19-year-old Hassan Eisakhil notched up a fifty-run partnership, marking a rare moment in cricket. Batting together during the Dhaka Capitals vs Noakhali Express match, Nabi and Eisakhil joined hands to compile a 53-run stand in just 30 balls at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium in Sylhet in the ongoing Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2025-26 season.

2026-01-12T02:59:12.149996+00:00 IST

"Nice to be able to contribute to this group": Sophie Devine

Devine was the standout performer of the match, first starring with the bat as she smashed a sensational 95 off just 42 balls, laced with seven fours and eight sixes, to power Gujarat to a formidable total of 209. Her innings laid the foundation for the Giants, though the contest remained delicately in balance given Delhi's explosive batting line-up.

2026-01-11T19:12:10.203640+00:00 IST

Manush Shah, Ryu Hanna win men’s and women’s singles titles

Top seed and local favourite Manush Shah and the Korea Republic's Ryu Hanna registered contrasting victories to clinch the men's and women's singles titles respectively in the WTT Feeder Series 2026, presented by Sports Authority of Gujarat, at the SAMA Indoor Sports Complex here on Sunday.

2026-01-11T19:10:13.261794+00:00 IST

Cricket

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Mooney praises Healy after Australia’s ODI win over India Women

Australia women's cricketer Beth Mooney lauded veteran Alyssa Healy and said she "makes life easy" at the crease after the duo helped Australia register a six-wicket win over the Harmanpreet Kaur-led India Women in the first match of the three-match series, in Brisbane on Tuesday.

2026-02-24T13:27:24.626868+00:00 IST

Healy hails Aussie "bounceback" after win over Ind in 1st ODI

Following a setback in the T20Is, Healy's swansong in longer formats got off to a fine start as her side beat India by six wickets in the first ODI at Brisbane, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Following this, there will be a one-off Test at Perth from March 6 onwards.

2026-02-24T13:26:22.280401+00:00 IST

T20 World Cup: Pakistan opt to bat first against England

Pakistan's opener batter Sahibzada Farhan is the leading run-scorer in this tournament with 220 runs in four matches. Spinner Usman Tariq has taken eight wickets for his side in just three innings and the onus will be on these two as Pakistan look to seal their first victory in Super Eights.

2026-02-24T13:23:32.119044+00:00 IST

Tennis

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US Open: Tiafoe, Zverev march to quarterfinals in men's singles

The 20th seed earned his third successive qualification to the quarterfinals of the event, beating Popyrin, who ousted Serbian icon Novak Djokovic in the third round, by 6-4, 7-6(3), 2-6, 6-3 in three fours and two minutes.

2024-09-02T05:52:03.764537+00:00 IST

US Open: Bopanna-Ebden march into pre-quarterfinals

The Indian-Australia pair of Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden advanced to the pre-quarters of the ongoing US Open with a win over the Spanish-Argentina pair of Roberto Carballes Baena and Federico Coria.

2024-08-31T16:38:40.533145+00:00 IST

Djokovic admits focus on Olympics gold had effect on US Open

Djokovic crashed out of the ongoing US Open in the third round as Alexei Popyrin of Australia downed the Olympic champion by 6-4, 6-4, 2-6, 6-4 in a shocker.

2024-08-31T11:33:30.686306+00:00 IST

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BAI Gen Secy speaks on extra significance of India Open this year

Former World Champion PV Sindhu and the men's doubles combination of Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy insist that the feeling of doing well at home is something special, and the Yonex-Sunrise India Open 2026 carries an extra significance this time, considering that the BWF World Badminton Championships will be held at the same venue in August.

2026-01-12T12:53:30.306956+00:00 IST

India Open: Sindhu, Prannoy speak on LA 2028 chances

Sindhu was speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the pre-competition press conference.

2026-01-12T12:13:41.925185+00:00 IST

Meerut 1857 Yoddhas to compete in UPKL season 3

Adroit Sports Ventures LLP announced the acquisition of a franchise in the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL), with the newly inducted team named Meerut 1857 Yoddhas, set to compete in the league's third season.

2026-01-12T11:13:05.597232+00:00 IST

Football

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Sandesh Jhingan ruled out of CAFA Nations Cup due to injury

Indian defender Sandesh Jhingan sustained an injury during India's CAFA Nations Cup 2025 encounter against Iran and has been ruled out of the remaining tournament. He will return to India on Wednesday.

2025-09-03T06:51:18.276159+00:00 IST

India has great potential: Futsal men's national team head coach

Two years back, the Indian men's futsal national team played their first Asian qualifiers in Tajikistan. Now, the national team is once again gearing up for the AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers, which are set to be held from September 20 to 24 in Kuwait.

2025-09-03T04:54:06.985717+00:00 IST

India to begin AFC U23 Asian Cup qualification against Bahrain

The Indian men's U23 team will take on Bahrain in their AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers Group H opener on Wednesday at the Suheim bin Hamad Stadium in Doha, as per the official website of All India Football Federation (AIFF).

2025-09-02T17:32:15.377473+00:00 IST

Hockey

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Central govt should take big steps against terrorists: Tirkey

Hockey India (HI) President Dilip Tirkey on Sunday condemned the terror attack which took place in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir.

2025-04-28T00:49:19.500483+00:00 IST

Indian Women’s Hockey Team go down 2-3 against Australia A

The Indian Women's Hockey Team put in a determined and gritty performance but fell short against Australia A, going down 2-3 in their second game of the Australia tour, at the Perth Hockey Stadium on Sunday. It was India which took the lead through Jyoti Singh (13'), after which Australia A came back from a goal down with Evie Stansby (17'), Dayle Dolkens (48'), and Jamie-Lee Surha (52') finding the back of the net. India's second goal came through Sunelita Toppo (59'), according to a release from Hockey India.

2025-04-27T13:10:41.111545+00:00 IST

Indian Women’s Hockey Team goes down 3-5 to Australia A

India found the back of the net through Mahima Tete (27'), Navneet Kaur (45'), and Lalremsiami (50'), while Neasa Flynn (3'), Olivia Downes (9'), Ruby Harris (11'), Tatum Stewart (21'), and Kendra Fitzpatrick (44') scored for Australia A, as per a press release from Hockey India.

2025-04-26T13:22:48.298199+00:00 IST

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Cricket

"Management wants to groom me as an all-rounder": Harshit Rana

India's speedster Harshit Rana said the Indian management is aiming to groom him as an all-rounder and expressed confidence that he can contribute 30-40 runs from that spot. He's working hard in the nets to improve his skills.

2026-01-11T18:43:56.763273+00:00 IST

Cricket

"He is a free and an aggressive captain": Harshit Rana lauds Gill

India fast bowler Harshit Rana has lauded Shubman Gill's leadership style, describing the India skipper as a "free and aggressive captain" who gives players the confidence to express themselves on the field.

2026-01-11T18:41:56.811264+00:00 IST

Cricket

Kohli's astonishing record in successful 300+ run chases

Virat Kohli continues his brilliant love affair with chasing in the 50-over format. He played a blissful innings of 93 runs against New Zealand in the first ODI in Vadodara on Sunday.

2026-01-11T18:41:42.257223+00:00 IST

Cricket

WPL: GG pull off a thrilling victory over DC by 4 runs

Gujarat Giants (GG) pulled off a thrilling victory over Delhi Capitals in the ongoing Women's Premier League (WPL) in Navi Mumbai on Sunday.

2026-01-11T17:59:20.026823+00:00 IST

Cricket

Virat Kohli speaks on award-bonding with mom, "fandom" culture

During a chase of 301 runs, Virat once again showcased immense intent and was chanceless in his approach at the same time, scoring his knock of 93 in 91 balls with eight fours and a six with a strike rate of above 102. While the Vadodara crowd could not get to see the number 85th ton, they got to see some records broken nonetheless as Virat cracked his seventh successive 50-plus score in 50-over format, while representing both India and Delhi.

2026-01-11T17:48:11.209429+00:00 IST

Cricket

"Hope he keeps piling on runs": Gill lauds Kohli

"At the moment, Kohli's making batting look easy, it's tough to start on these pitches. Tough to replicate what he does. Hope he keeps piling on runs," he added.

2026-01-11T17:19:24.469997+00:00 IST

Cricket

Bracewell praises his side's effort after defeat against India

New Zealand skipper Michael Bracewell reflected on his side's defeat against India in the first ODI, saying, we can be proud of our efforts for taking the number 1 team in the world to the last over.

2026-01-11T17:08:42.293177+00:00 IST

Cricket

Nandni stars with hat-trick in final over

Young right-arm fast-medium pacer Nandani Sharma produced a sensational final over, claiming a hat-trick and completing a five-wicket haul as Delhi Capitals bowled out Gujarat Giants for 209 in Navi Mumbai on Sunday.

2026-01-11T16:32:15.627817+00:00 IST

Cricket

Halfway through 2020s, Travis Head stands as decade's MVP

Back in 2020, an Adelaide boy, Travis Head, had been facing years being tossed in-and-out of side, with the white-ball side stacked with absolute titans and the red-ball team having nearly all bases covered. Now with the 'Fab Four' earmarked for excellence back in 2014 by Martin Crowe fading away format-by-format, the cricketing world has found its box-office attraction in this southpaw, sporting a loud moustache, sunglasses and a Baggy Green as the lead act of: TravBall, running strongly this decade.

2026-01-11T16:17:46.911224+00:00 IST

Cricket

Kohli's masterclass guides India to thrilling win over Kiwi's

India pulled off a thrilling chase, reaching 301 in the second last over of the innings, with KL Rahul and Washington Sundar putting up a decent partnership to seal the win by four wickets.

2026-01-11T16:17:20.844151+00:00 IST

Others

Senior National Kho Kho Championship kicks off in Telangana

Over 1,400 athletes from all across India are participating in the 58th Senior National Kho Kho Championship (Men & Women) 2025-26 that kick-started here at Railway Stadium on Sunday.

2026-01-11T15:38:11.580963+00:00 IST

Cricket

ISPL Season 3: Ahmedabad Lions beat Delhi Superheros by 40 runs

Ahmedabad Lions registered a commanding 40-run victory over Delhi Superheros in Match 4 of the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) Season 3 at the Lalbhai Contractor Stadium on Sunday (January 11). A blistering knock by Amit Naik and a disciplined bowling effort led by Nizam ensured the Lions defended their total of 92 with ease, restricting Delhi to just 52/9

2026-01-11T15:35:59.951809+00:00 IST

Others

Healthy body is the foundation of strong leadership: Mandaviya

Fit India's flagship mass fitness movement, Sundays on Cycle (SoC), movement, made a vibrant comeback in the national capital on Sunday, even as more than 1000 people, among them 500 Young Leaders participated in a fitness festival, followed by a Cycle Rally, beating the 6 degree winter cold at 7am.

2026-01-11T15:01:18.924853+00:00 IST

Cricket

Kohli becomes second-highest run-scorer in international cricket

Virat Kohli continued to etch his name deeper into the history books as he surpassed Kumar Sangakkara's tally of 28,016 runs to become the second-highest run-getter across all formats in international cricket.

2026-01-11T14:49:57.109690+00:00 IST