The deal unites the world of cricket with the world of memorable travel stays and experiences. With a combined footprint of more than 450 properties in the markets where ICC events are held, Marriott will host teams, fans and members travelling domestically and internationally for the games. Fans travelling to attend ICC events will be able to stay at Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of hotels across the world and when they purchase official travel packages with ICC Travel and Tours.

2026-01-09T12:53:45.653827+00:00 IST

Others

SOB celebrates major milestone with Futsal C'ship in Faridabad

The Championship laid the foundation for structured preparations for the Special Olympics World Summer Games 2027 to be held in Santiago, Chile, as per a press release.

2026-01-09T12:41:59.632822+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ex-Bangladesh batter Tamim called "Indian agent" by BCB director

Amid the uncertainty of Bangladesh visiting India for the upcoming T20 World Cup, former men's team captain Tamim said that the BCB should look to resolve the issue at hand via dialogue, keeping the country's cricketing interests and future at the forefront. Tamim made this statement on the sidelines of the trophy-unveiling ceremony of the Zia Inter-University Cricket Tournament at the City Club ground on Thursday.

2026-01-09T12:37:17.860468+00:00 IST

Others

Medal, Finisher T-Shirt unveiled ahead of India’s first-ever 5i50

To be held with the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) as the presenting sponsor, the event will make India the third country in Asia and sixth worldwide to host the globally recognised IRONMAN Group's 5i50 Triathlon.

2026-01-09T12:23:01.329381+00:00 IST

Cricket

Kevin Pietersen suggest a coaching change in England's team

Following head coach Brendon McCullum's England losing the Ashes 4-1 against Australia, former Three Lions legend Kevin Pietersen suggested a coaching change in England's cricket team, urging to bring back Andy Flower.

2026-01-09T12:08:14.166418+00:00 IST

Hockey

Women's Hockey India League: New champion to be crowned

Notably, the winner of the Women's Hero Hockey India League 2025-26 will receive Rs 1.5 crore, while the runners-up will take home Rs 1 crore. Also, Ranchi Royals, who finished third, will be awarded Rs 50 lakh. In addition, the Player of the Tournament will earn Rs 20 lakh, while individual honours such as the Best Goalkeeper, Upcoming Player, and Top Scorer of the Tournament will each carry a cash prize of Rs 5 lakh. The Fairplay Trophy will also be presented to the team that has best upheld the spirit of the game throughout the season, as per a Hockey India press release.

2026-01-09T11:55:01.067461+00:00 IST

Cricket

Smith, Labuschagne among major Aussie stars available for BBL

As per ESPNCricinfo, a huge chunk of the Ashes 'class of 2025/26' would switch from Test whites to coloured jerseys of their respective teams, with Mitchell Starc also returning to the competition for the first time in 11 years for the Sydney Sixers. However, explosive batter Travis Head would be skipping the competition.

2026-01-09T11:38:38.942249+00:00 IST

Others

How Mallakhamb is transforming children of Dadra and Nagar Haveli

At the centre of this movement is Mallakhamb coach Shubham Mair, who arrived from Maharashtra's Nashik district in 2019-20 and was appointed by the Khanvel Gram Panchayat on contract basis. Shubham is working as a head coach at the Mallakhamb Academy located in Shelti village of Khanvel division.

2026-01-09T11:21:31.176735+00:00 IST

Cricket

Gaikwad becomes batter with highest average in List A cricket

Maharashtra's Ruturaj Gaikwad has made history by becoming the batter with the highest average in List A cricket, days after being dropped from India's ODI squad for the upcoming New Zealand series.

2026-01-09T11:09:57.370191+00:00 IST

Others

76 teams to vie for title in 58th National Kho Kho Championship

In a bid to send the best talent to the senior nationals and foster sportsmanship and mutual pride, the central paramilitary forces will contest this year as a combined Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) team, with players from ITBP and SSB competing under the same banner in both men's and women's categories.

2026-01-09T11:03:28.768861+00:00 IST

Others

Harsh Sanghavi hails PM Modi’s vision of Khel Mahakumbh

Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of Khel Mahakumbh for positioning Gujarat as a major sports hub in the country.

2026-01-09T09:36:16.786161+00:00 IST

Cricket

Tamim Iqbal opens up on Bangladesh's participation in T20 WC

Amid the uncertainty of Bangladesh visiting India for the upcoming T20 World Cup, former men's team captain Tamim Iqbal said that the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) should look to resolve the issue at hand via dialogue, keeping the country's cricketing interests and future at the forefront.

2026-01-09T07:31:04.169003+00:00 IST

Cricket

Du Plessis and Vince shine before lightning abandons SA20 match

Joburg Super Kings moved to joint top of the SA20 2025-26 table with Sunrisers Eastern Cape after their clash against Paarl Royals at the Wanderers on Thursday evening was abandoned due to inclement weather.

2026-01-09T07:28:07.359452+00:00 IST

Others

EWCF introduces national team representation framework for ENC

The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) today introduced the national team representation framework for the Esports Nations Cup 2026 (ENC), the global nation-based esports competition set to debut in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in November, by opening the application process for official National Team Partners.

2026-01-09T07:27:46.082036+00:00 IST