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Cricket

Ashwin lauds IPL defending champions pick in mini auction 

Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin praised Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for their smart signings at the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini auction, highlighting the acquisitions of Vihaan Malhotra and Kanishk Chouhan at Rs 30 Lakhs each.

2025-12-19T02:14:49.600936+00:00 IST

Ashes 3rd Test: Stokes-Archer century stand restores balance

A magnificent 83 from skipper Ben Stokes and his century partnership with Jofra Archer, followed by an early wicket of Jake Weatherald, restored some balance in the third Ashes Test at the end of the first session on day one at Adelaide Oval on Friday.

2025-12-19T02:06:35.876774+00:00 IST

Lionel Messi sported Team India T20 jersey during Delhi visit

Lionel Messi met the Indian cricketer Kuldeep Yadav and Paralympic javelin gold medallist Sumit Antil in Delhi during he last leg of his GOAT India tour. The Argentine legend also sported the Indian cricket team's jersey while meeting Sumit Antil.

2025-12-18T18:11:10.726130+00:00 IST

UPCA issues ticket refund guidelines for abandoned T20I match 

Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) has issued guidelines for ticket refund after the cancellation of the T20 match between India and South Africa at Lucknow's Ekana International Cricket Stadium due to excessive fog on Wednesday.

2025-12-18T18:10:21.799445+00:00 IST

Small moments made a big difference in a tight game: Jawadullah

The Dubai Capitals produced a disciplined bowling performance but suffered a narrow seven-run defeat against MI Emirates at the Dubai International Stadium on Wednesday in a tightly contested World ILT20 Season 4 fixture, as per a release from ILT20.

2025-12-18T18:08:43.105481+00:00 IST

Josh Inglis to miss part of IPL 2026 season due to his wedding

Australia wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis, who was bought by Lucknow Super Giants for Rs 8.6 crore at the recent Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini-auction, has confirmed that he will miss part of the 2026 season due to his wedding in early April, with the tournament scheduled from March 26 to May 31, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-12-18T17:42:35.754385+00:00 IST

Satwik-Chirag continue winning run

India's top men's doubles pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, registered their second successive win at the BWF World Tour Finals 2025, defeating Indonesia's Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri in a thrilling three-game contest at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre Gymnasium on Thursday.

2025-12-18T17:06:52.377202+00:00 IST

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Indian batting coach Sitanshu Kotak speaks on Ishan Kishan's

Indian Team Batting Coach Sitanshu Kotak hailed Ishan Kishan's performance in the ongoing T20 World Cup, saying he's always been a confident, talented batter with a fearless, positive mindset and ability to hit all around the ground.

2026-02-17T16:52:36.389331+00:00 IST

Rajeev Shukla reacts after Australia crash out of T20 World Cup

Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice president Rajeev Shukla reacted to Australia's shocking exit from the ongoing T20 World Cup, saying the development highlights the unpredictability and true beauty of the sport.

2026-02-17T16:49:07.403544+00:00 IST

Sumit Nagal advances to second round of Delhi Open

India's top-ranked player Sumit Nagal advanced to the second round of the men's singles event at the 2026 Delhi Open on Tuesday.

2026-02-17T16:41:19.849134+00:00 IST

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Tsitsipas reaches second round in Monte-Carlo after Djere retires

Tsitsipas was leading the match by 6-3, 3-2 when the Serbian stopped due to right arm pain.

2024-04-08T17:47:06.908761+00:00 IST

"We are old, but gold": Novak Djokovic, Rohan Bopanna

On Sunday, Djokovic surpassed Roger Federer to become the oldest World No. 1 in ATP Rankings history while Bopanna leads the ATP Doubles Rankings.

2024-04-08T17:34:17.070524+00:00 IST

Nagal becomes first Indian to win Monte-Carlo Masters main draw

The unseeded 93rd-ranked Nagal scripted an epic comeback from a set down against World No. 38 Arnaldi to register a 5-7, 6-2, 6-4 victory.

2024-04-08T16:42:48.754456+00:00 IST

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Pune, Dharashiv dominate 61st Senior State Kho Kho Championship

The Senior State Kho Kho Championship concluded in Beed, with Pune District men's team and Dharashiv District women's team clinching the top spots. The two-category event saw participation from 24 districts across Maharashtra, with 40 matches played in each category on a league-cum-knockout basis

2025-12-22T12:55:14.411368+00:00 IST

Steelers named Franchise of the Year at CII Sports Business Award

The Haryana Steelers have added another major milestone to their success story by being named Franchise of the Year at the recently concluded CII Sports Business Awards 2025, according to a release.

2025-12-22T10:03:39.851383+00:00 IST

Kabaddi Champions League unveils official rulebook

The Kabaddi Champions League launched its official rulebook to deliver a more structured, organised, fair, and professional competition.

2025-12-22T09:22:17.265095+00:00 IST

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Basfore, Chettri confident for Asian Cup 

India is placed in Group C with Japan, Vietnam and Chinese Taipei in the draw ceremony at the Sydney Town Hall on Tuesday.

2025-07-29T18:07:34.883242+00:00 IST

"Not in my full control": Newcastle boss Howe on Isak's future

Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe confirmed that star striker Alexander Isak's future at the club is not fully in his control as speculations about his potential move away from the Magpies continue to grow.

2025-07-29T18:00:11.286471+00:00 IST

Mbeumo opens up about Amorim's role in joing Manchester United

Bryan Mbeumo opened up about his potential move to Manchester United, revealing that head coach Ruben Amorim's project at Old Trafford was the one that drew him in the most.

2025-07-29T17:45:30.656064+00:00 IST

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HIL: Delhi SG Pipers gear up to face Gonasika in season opener

The highly anticipated return of the Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 is set to become a reality with a clash between Delhi SG Pipers and Gonasika on Saturday, promising a spectacular showcase of world-class hockey and fierce competition.

2024-12-27T14:04:40.599452+00:00 IST

Delhi SG Pipers eye positive start to HIL campaign

Delhi SG Pipers, the Delhi franchise of the revamped HIL, will look to make a strong beginning to their campaign in the men's Hockey India League when they take on Team Gonasika of Visakhapatnam in the opening match of the revamped HIL

2024-12-27T10:27:07.594560+00:00 IST

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers announce Aran Zalewski as their captain

The Kalinga Lancers, showcase an impressive combination of seasoned players like Thierry Brinkman and Alexander Hendrickx, alongside rising Indian talents such as Krishan Pathak, Rosan Kujur, and Sanjay. The team will be coached by German maestro Valentin Altenburg

2024-12-27T10:04:02.620441+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Lucknow T20I spectators will get their money back: Rajeev Shukla

Rajeev Shukla, the Vice-President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and a Congress leader, said that the spectators of the India vs South Africa 4th T20I at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow will get their money back after the match was abandoned without a ball being bowled due to excessive fog on Wednesday.

2025-12-18T16:28:55.997119+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ishan Kishan’s record ton guides Jharkhand to maiden SMAT title

Jharkhand clinched their first-ever Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) title at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, defeating Haryana by 69 runs. Led by a historic ton from captain Ishan Kishan, Jharkhand posted a massive 262/3--the highest-ever total in a T20 tournament final--before their bowlers clinically dismantled the Haryana chase.

2025-12-18T15:24:39.518950+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ishan Kishan caps solid SMAT performance with century in final  

Jharkhand captain Ishan Kishan smashed a century in the final of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2025 against Haryana at the MCA Stadium in Pune on Thursday. With the ton, Ishan Kishan became only the second batter to hit a hundred in a SMAT final.

2025-12-18T15:01:35.834789+00:00 IST

Cricket

Akash Ambani explains reason behind MI's IPL 2026 auction picks

Mumbai Indians (MI) franchise owner Akash Ambani commented on the team's approach in the mini-auction for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season.

2025-12-18T14:52:13.832638+00:00 IST

Others

Bednarek encourages Indian athletes to tap into their potential

Kenny Bednarek, two-time Olympic silver medallist and American sprint star, the International Event Ambassador for the Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata, expressed his excitement at being part of India's premier distance running event, and encouraged the Indian athletes to tap into their potential.

2025-12-18T14:45:17.747694+00:00 IST

Hockey

Prince Deep Singh confident ahead of HIL 2026

Prince Deep Singh, fresh off a strong performance at the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup where he helped India win the bronze medal, enters the Hockey India League (HIL) 2026 full of confidence. The Tamil Nadu Dragons goalkeeper stood out for India, making crucial saves in the quarterfinal shootout against Belgium and delivering consistent performances throughout the tournament, boosting his confidence for the upcoming league, according to a Hockey India release.

2025-12-18T14:22:53.017314+00:00 IST

Cricket

Lyon opens up on surpassing McGrath for wickets as an Aussie

Australian off-spinner Nathan Lyon surpassed fast-bowling great Glenn McGrath to become the second-highest wicket-taker in Australia's Test history. The milestone came on Day 2 of the third Ashes Test against England at the Adelaide Oval on Thursday, with Lyon describing the achievement as "pretty humbling."

2025-12-18T12:45:16.662164+00:00 IST

Tennis

VB Realty Hawks, AOS Eagles open WTL campaign with narrow wins

The World Tennis League (WTL) made a show-stopping India debut on Wednesday as some of the big names in the sport brought high-quality entertainment to the court. Bengaluru had a courtside view to Gael Monfils' athleticism and Nick Kyrgios' 'tweener trickery, to Denis Shapovalov's explosive talent and Elina Svitolina's tenacity, as per a release from the World Tennis League.

2025-12-18T12:31:56.024601+00:00 IST

Others

SLI welcomes franchise UP Prometheans ahead of inaugural season

The Shooting League of India (SLI) on Thursday announced the addition of UP Prometheans, a Uttar Pradesh-based franchise, for its inaugural season scheduled from February 16 to 26, 2026.

2025-12-18T12:08:07.391733+00:00 IST

Cricket

Pakistan announce squad for ICC U19 Men’s World Cup 2026

Pakistan announced that 19-year-old middle-order batter Farhan Yousaf will continue to captain the Under-19 team after confirming a 15-member squad for the upcoming tri-series in Zimbabwe and the ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup, scheduled to be held across Zimbabwe and Namibia from 15 January to 6 February, as per the ICC website.

2025-12-18T11:36:49.627992+00:00 IST

Cricket

Tharoor urges BCCI to shift cricket matches to South India

The fourth T20I of the five-match series between India and South Africa was abandoned due to excessive fog at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Tuesday. India is leading the T20I series 2-1, with one more match to go.

2025-12-18T10:24:23.495198+00:00 IST

Cricket

Hill View Rajouri beat FCC Bajabain by 30 runs to capture BUPL

The tournament was organised by the Indian Army.

2025-12-18T09:28:20.267213+00:00 IST

Cricket

Gujarat Titans Chairman Jinal Mehta reflect on team’s auction

In an interview with the Indian Premier League (IPL), Jinal Mehta, Director, Torrent Group and Chairman, Gujarat Titans, and Shaan Mehta, Director, Torrent Group and Director, Gujarat Titans, shared their perspectives on the squad, the team's journey so far, the confidence they carry into the upcoming seasons and Shubman Gill's leadership

2025-12-18T09:13:10.646181+00:00 IST

Cricket

ISPL announces whopping Rs 6 crore prize pool for Season 3

Continuing its rapid rise and expanding footprint in grassroots cricket, the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) has announced a whopping prize pool of Rs 5.92 crore for Season 3, reinforcing the league's focus on supporting emerging talent and creating opportunities through the sport

2025-12-18T08:40:33.134521+00:00 IST