Sports

"He hits it very hard": Bangar on Sharma's attacking mindset

Former cricketer Sanjay Bangar has opened up on World No. 1 T20I batter Abhishek Sharma's attacking mindset, highlighting his high backlift, which gives the Indian opener Abhishek excellent reach to the ball.

2025-12-17T10:38:36.779690+00:00 IST

Chakravarthy extends lead at top of ICC T20I bowling rankings

Indian mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy has extended his lead at the top of the ICC Men's T20I Bowler Rankings, climbing to a new career-high rating. The Indian bowler achieved a personal best of 818 points after claiming his third successive two-wicket haul in the ongoing five-match home T20I series against South Africa, as per the ICC website.

2025-12-17T10:21:05.333561+00:00 IST

Sapna joins UPKL franchise JD Noida Ninjas as Brand Ambassador

JD Noida Ninjas, a franchise of Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL), have announced popular performer, actor and singer Sapna Choudhary as the Brand Ambassador of the team for the upcoming Season 2, according to a release.

2025-12-17T09:51:54.429737+00:00 IST

KCL sets December 28 player auction featuring 4 crore purse

The Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) has moved a step closer to its inaugural season following the successful completion of its Zone 4 and Central trials in Sonipat, paving the way for a mega player auction scheduled for December 28. The auction will feature eight franchises competing to build their squads from a strong domestic talent pool, with a total player purse of Rs 4 crore.

2025-12-17T09:33:47.753926+00:00 IST

Alex Carey speaks on his hundred in 3rd Test against England

Australia's wicketkeeper/batter Alex Carey expressed his emotions after scoring a century in the third Ashes Test against England in his hometown Adelaide on Wednesday, dedicating the moment to his family.

2025-12-17T09:13:09.295517+00:00 IST

Alex Carey's century steers Australia to 326/8 against England

Australia's wicketkeeper/batter Alex Carey's masterclass hundred on the opening day of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide against England helped the hosts to reach 326/8 at stumps on Wednesday.

2025-12-17T08:28:30.785671+00:00 IST

Bindra mourns passing of his childhood coach Lt. Col. J.S Dhillon

India's 2008 Beijing Olympics gold medalist shooter Abhinav Bindra paid condolences and penned down an emotional message for his childhood coach Lt. Col. J.S. Dhillon, who passed away on Wednesday.

2025-12-17T07:40:51.519983+00:00 IST

Cricket

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Phillips becomes NZ's joint 2nd-highest six-hitter in T20Is

Phillips achieved this milestone during his side's ICC T20 World Cup match against Canada in Chennai. During his knock, Phillips slammed four boundaries and six maximums, scoring 76* in just 36 balls.

2026-02-17T13:34:28.354842+00:00 IST

T20 WC: Zimbabwe advances to Super 8, Australia eliminated

Zimbabwe became the latest team to advance to the Super 8 stage of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 after their match against Ireland in Pallekele was washed out on Tuesday.

2026-02-17T13:24:05.237306+00:00 IST

"He played beautifully": Daryll Mitchell lauds Yuvraj Samra

Samra tumbled records at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday when he became the youngest batter to score a century in a T20 World Cup match after smashing a 58-ball ton.

2026-02-17T13:23:41.623002+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Bopanna-Ebden beat Dodic-Krajicek in final to win Miami Open

The men's doubles duo of India's Rohan Bopanna and Australia's Matthew Edben clinched a historic victory in the final of the Miami Open tennis tournament on Saturday.

2024-03-30T20:51:59.194265+00:00 IST

Problem was execution: Medvedev on defeat against Sinner

Sinner defeated Medvedev in the Miami Open semifinals for his fifth consecutive triumph.

2024-03-30T07:23:40.452217+00:00 IST

Dabrowski-Routliffe reach Miami Open women's doubles final

Dabrowski and Routliffe will face Sofia Kenin and Bethanie Mattek-Sands for the title on Sunday.

2024-03-30T05:04:37.467925+00:00 IST

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Shaurya finishes runner-up at Asian Tour Q-School

Shaurya Bhattacharya, who began the final round with a one-shot lead, was firmly in contention for the top spot for much of the day before dropping bogeys on three of the last seven holes. A closing-round 72 left him one stroke short of China's Lin Yuxin, who claimed victory with a five-round total of 16-under-par at the Lake View Resort and Golf Club

2025-12-21T14:09:57.790605+00:00 IST

World 25K Kolkata: Gulveer, Seema rewrite records

On a chilly winter Sunday, the World 25K delivered a riveting spectacle as records tumbled, champions asserted their dominance and Indian distance running announced another leap forward. While Uganda's Joshua Cheptegei underlined his mastery of the distance in the international elite men's race, the day truly belonged to India's Gulveer Singh and Seema, both of whom rewrote the course records in their respective elite categories

2025-12-21T12:20:11.403777+00:00 IST

Noida golfer Sukhman Singh captures IGU Amateur C'ship of India

With a hot putter and an impressive long game, Sukhman kept attacking the flags from the start of the final. He was all square till the sixth hole before going 4UP after 12 holes, and remained 2UP after the first 18 holes. Sukhman's father, Simarjeet Singh, is a former India No. 1 amateur and three-time winner of the Sri Lankan Amateur as well as IGU Mid-Amateur champion

2025-12-21T11:54:37.983963+00:00 IST

Football

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Durand Cup: Air Force FT draw with South United FC

In a Group A encounter played here at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan (KBK) on Sunday evening, the Boys in Green from Bengaluru, in their debut campaign at Asia's oldest tournament and coming off a 0-5 reverse in their first game, displayed exceptional character against much experienced opponents led by the calm and clinical Daniyal, but in the end both teams deservedly spit points.

2025-07-28T06:24:02.544490+00:00 IST

Chloe Kelly shines again as England lift Euro 2025 title

History repeated itself in the most thrilling fashion as Chloe Kelly once again became England's star, guiding the Lionesses to Euro 2025 glory with the decisive spot-kick in a tense 3-1 penalty shootout win over Spain in the final. The match, played out in front of a packed crowd, ended 1-1 after extra time, before England held their nerve in the shootout to successfully defend their title.

2025-07-27T21:47:09.284334+00:00 IST

Kokrajhar witnesses a grand opening of 134th Durand Cup

In a landmark moment for Assam and the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), the 134th Edition of the Indian Oil Durand Cup-Asia's oldest and the world's third-oldest football tournament-was inaugurated with a grand spectacle at the SAI Stadium, Kokrajhar.

2025-07-27T16:48:33.894282+00:00 IST

Hockey

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Hockey India League to open with star-studded ceremony

The much-awaited Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 is set to return in grand style, beginning with an extravagant opening ceremony at the Birsa Munda International Hockey Stadium in Rourkela scheduled to take place ahead of the opening match on December 28.

2024-12-20T11:16:43.700145+00:00 IST

Kalinga Lancers unveil jersey and anthem ahead of HIL comeback

Kalinga Lancers, the Odisha-based franchise in the upcoming Hockey India League, unveiled their official jersey and team anthem today in a grand event held in Bhubaneswar.

2024-12-20T08:28:32.777231+00:00 IST

Rohidas recalls how Hockey India League helped in India return

In an interview with ANI, Rohidas spoke on return of HIL, India's back-to-back Olympic medal wins after a bronze at this year's Paris Olympics and Asian Champions Trophy win etc.

2024-12-19T18:04:31.170156+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Iyer opens up on new purchases as Punjab Kings finalise squad

Punjab Kings (PBKS) concluded the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini-auction with four significant acquisitions, completing their 25-player squad for the upcoming season.

2025-12-17T07:02:05.704625+00:00 IST

Cricket

India B outclass India A by 83 runs in the opening match

Opener Wasim Iqbal slammed a brilliant 66 off 51 balls to help India B beat India A by 83 runs in the first game of the three-match Physical Disability T20 Series at the Wankhede Stadium.

2025-12-17T05:31:42.871953+00:00 IST

Cricket

Proteas clinch three-match ODI series after thrashing Ireland

South Africa and Ireland each broke scoring records as the Proteas clinched their three-game ODI series at home with an impressive 74-run triumph in Gqeberha on Tuesday.

2025-12-17T05:24:20.247344+00:00 IST

Cricket

Khawaja falls short of century as Australia reach 194/5

Usman Khawaja marked a remarkable Ashes return with a commanding fifty to power Australia to 194/5 at tea before missing on a well-deserved hundred in the third Test against England in Adelaide on Wednesday.

2025-12-17T04:37:39.106655+00:00 IST

Football

FIFA Introduces $60 Supporter Entry Tier for 2026 World Cup

FIFA has introduced a $60 "Supporter Entry Tier" for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, aiming to make the tournament more accessible to loyal fans, following criticism of high ticket prices and dynamic pricing plans.

2025-12-17T03:40:21.959449+00:00 IST

Cricket

Venkatesh Iyer headlines RCB’s haul at IPL 2026 mini auction

Royal Challengers Bengaluru made eight key additions at the TATA IPL 2026 Player Auction, headlined by the acquisition of Indian all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer for Rs 7 crore, alongside New Zealand pacer Jacob Duffy, who was signed for Rs 2 crore.

2025-12-17T03:12:24.100049+00:00 IST

Cricket

Auqib Nabi Dar steals the show in mini auction

Uncapped Indian talent stole the spotlight at the IPL 2026 Player Auction in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, with Delhi Capitals securing multiple promising domestic players, headlined by the signing of Auqib Nabi Dar.

2025-12-17T03:03:15.091127+00:00 IST

Cricket

Sri Lanka names squad for T20I series against India

Sri Lanka have announced a 15-member squad for their T20I tour of India, with Chamari Athapaththu set to continue leading the side as they begin preparations for next year's ICC Women's T20 World Cup in England.

2025-12-17T02:51:32.212156+00:00 IST

Cricket

Khawaja, Labuschagne steady Australia at 94/2 against England

Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne's solid third wicket partnership stabilised Australia's first innings after a chaotic Wednesday morning to be 94/2 at lunch on day 1 in the third Ashes Test in Adelaide against England.

2025-12-17T02:40:31.075367+00:00 IST

Cricket

Steve Smith misses out on 3rd Ashes Test due to illness

Australia have suffered a massive blow just before the third Ashes Test against England with news that star batter Steve Smith will miss the match due to illness.

2025-12-17T02:24:40.997342+00:00 IST

Football

Messi thanks India for "warm welcome, great hospitality"

After a trip to Kolkata and Hyderabad on December 13, followed by a visit to Mumbai the next day, Messi's India tour concluded with a visit to Delhi on Monday.

2025-12-16T19:51:49.013624+00:00 IST

Others

68th NSCC: Aishwary Pratap Singh hits 50m 3P world record score

In simultaneous shotgun action at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range in New Delhi, Gurjoat Singh delivered a composed display to win the skeet men's gold with 55 hits, narrowly defeating nine-time national champion Mairaj Ahmad Khan, who finished second with 54 hits

2025-12-16T19:43:28.272064+00:00 IST

Cricket

KKR go big at IPL 2026 Auction

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) made a strong statement at the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini-auction, led by the marquee signings Cameron Green, Matheesha Pathirana and Mustafizur Rahman.

2025-12-16T19:42:54.076558+00:00 IST

Cricket

"A little bit of homage to him": Akash on first bid for Green

"A little bit of homage to him. His first IPL team was the Mumbai Indians. We knew he was out of our purse this auction, but just to tell him that we value you, he'll still be amongst our thoughts, and whenever Cam Green is in the auction, our paddle will go up for him," Akash Ambani said, as quoted by ESPNcricinfo.

2025-12-16T18:51:42.296497+00:00 IST