Sports

"Thank you...": Mumbai Airport thanks Messi, Suarez for visit

Mumbai airport shared glimpses of football legends Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Rodrigo de Paul after they departed from the city following their successful GOAT India Tour at the Wankhede Stadium on December 14.

2025-12-15T11:49:28.186943+00:00 IST

Grandmothers run 5K, 10K in Mumbai redefines active ageing

Over 50 senior women proved that age is no barrier to fitness at the Vivekanand Education Society grounds in Chembur on Sunday, partaking in a special Grandmothers 10K run, hosted by Zydus Pinkathon, India's biggest women's run.

2025-12-15T11:34:51.625681+00:00 IST

VP Radhakrishnan congratulates Indian squash team

C P Radhakrishnan commended the Indian players Joshna Chinnappa, Abhay Singh, Velavan Senthil Kumar, and Anahat Singh, as well as the coaches, for their dedication and determination in securing this victory.

2025-12-15T11:29:09.337051+00:00 IST

President Murmu congratulates India's Squash team on first WC win

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday congratulated the Indian Squash team for winning the maiden Squash World Cup. The President hailed the Indian side for defeating the top-seeded team, Hong Kong, in the final and winning the semifinal against Egypt, which had won the Cup twice in recent years.

2025-12-15T11:18:28.965992+00:00 IST

Tilak has best batting average in T20I chases minimum 500 runs

Indian star batter Tilak Varma achieved a significant milestone in his T20I career after the Men in Blue defeated South Africa by seven wickets in the third T20I of the five-match series on December 14. Varma surpassed Virat Kohli to have the highest batting average in T20I chases with a minimum of 500 runs.

2025-12-15T11:06:29.623887+00:00 IST

Nathan Lyon opens up about his omission from Brisbane Test

This comes after Australia made a bold decision to leave out Lyon and go with an all-out pace attack for the second Ashes Test in Brisbane against England. Lyon is expected to return for the third Ashes Test in Adelaide on Wednesday. Australia is currently leading the series (2- 0).

2025-12-15T11:04:01.619937+00:00 IST

Brook accepts he must curb his aggression for Adelaide Test

England's Test vice-captain Harry Brook has admitted that the ongoing Ashes series hasn't gone well for him and the star batter needs to curb his aggression for the upcoming Adelaide Test against Australia, starting on December 17.

2025-12-15T10:25:34.591781+00:00 IST

Cricket

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Sikandar Raza ahead of T20 WC clash against Ireland

After pulling off one of the biggest upsets of the ongoing T20 World Cup by beating Australia, Sikandar Raza urged that Zimbabwe's recent victories will mean nothing if they slip up now.

2026-02-16T16:05:31.718539+00:00 IST

We always knew that England were going to come hard: Manenti

Italy were eliminated from the race of Super Eights of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 after losing to England by 24 runs in match 29 of the tournament held at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Monday.

2026-02-16T15:54:03.023615+00:00 IST

Ishan Kishan speaks on his stellar performance against Pakistan

Ishan's dream run in T20S continued as he breezed through the Pakistan spin ploy, slamming his second-successive T20 WC fifty and guiding a clinical India to a 61-run win at Colombo on Sunday, while also pulling off some fantastic work behind the stumps, including a stumping to remove a dangerous Usman Khan, who was slowly counter-attacking against Indian bowlers.

2026-02-16T15:22:43.750457+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Indian Wells: Daniil Medvedev secures place in SFs

In the last four clash, Medvedev will face home favourite Tommy Paul.

2024-03-15T14:46:19.909672+00:00 IST

Indian Wells: Iga Swiatek outplays Yulia Putintseva, reaches QFs

With a 6-1, 6-2 victory, Swiatek set up a quarter-final showdown against former No.1 Caroline Wozniacki on Thursday.

2024-03-13T13:04:15.726479+00:00 IST

Indian Wells: Sinner fends off Shelton's firepower to reach QFs

Sinner maintained his poise in front of Shelton's strength and used his big-match background to win 7-6(4), 6-1.

2024-03-13T11:49:28.369171+00:00 IST

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"Has all the makings of a top squash player": Joshna on Anahat

Both Joshna and Anahat were a part of India's squad, which made history by securing its first-ever Squash World Cup title by blanking Hong Kong in the final this week.

2025-12-19T03:20:10.109267+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

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

Football

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Arsenal have to improve depth, quality of squad: Arteta on

Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta expressed his delight with the acquisitions the club has made in the ongoing summer transfer window, but acknowledged that there is still work to be done.

2025-07-21T09:08:43.578030+00:00 IST

Durand Cup champions and their performances in the following ISL

The Durand Cup holds a special place in the history of Indian football that much is beyond question. But in recent years, the tournament has also seen a strong revival in terms of its relevance in the modern game. Asia's oldest football tournament has now grown into a highly competitive and important pre-season event for clubs across the country, as per the official website of the ISL.

2025-07-20T18:40:13.926514+00:00 IST

Oriental Cup 2025 kicks off tomorrow at Dr. Ambedkar Stadium with

The third edition of the Oriental Cup, Delhi's emerging youth football tournament, is all set to kick off tomorrow, July 21, at Dr. Ambedkar Stadium. With 36 participating teams, 24 in the boys' category and 12 in the girls', this year's tournament promises an action-packed week of high-quality school football, spirited competition, and inclusive community engagement, according to a release from Oriental Cup.

2025-07-20T16:42:22.643996+00:00 IST

Hockey

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India set to defend title at Women's Junior Asia Cup in Muscat

The Indian Junior Women's Team is all set to compete in the Women's Junior Asia Cup in Muscat, Oman, as they aim to defend their title from last year. The tournament, scheduled from 7 to 15 December 2024, also serves as a qualifying event for the FIH Junior World Cup 2025, which will be held in Chile.

2024-12-07T08:56:13.143298+00:00 IST

Used to walk 10 kilometres to watch HIL matches: Amir Ali

Amir Ali, the 20-year-old captain of the Indian Junior Men's Hockey Team, is set to make his mark in the upcoming Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25. Bagged by Team Gonasika for a remarkable Rs 34 lakh at the HIL auction, Amir's rise from humble beginnings to the top of Indian hockey is nothing short of inspirational.

2024-12-06T08:34:30.756879+00:00 IST

Indian Junior Men’s Hockey team returns to Bengaluru

The Indian Junior Men's Hockey Team touched down in Bengaluru today after a dominating performance at the Men's Junior Asia Cup in Muscat, Oman. India took on arch rivals Pakistan and beat them 5-3 to successfully defend their Men's Junior Asia Cup title. With this triumph India have sealed their fifth Men's Junior Asia Cup title and solidified their position as one of the best teams in Asia.

2024-12-05T18:15:46.765893+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Shafali Verma claims ICC Women’s Player of the Month

India's Shafali Verma has been named the ICC Women's Player of the Month for November, following her decisive performance in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 final against South Africa. Her remarkable all-round display, which included a fluent 87 off 78 balls and crucial wickets, was pivotal to India's maiden World Cup title.

2025-12-15T10:08:21.588635+00:00 IST

Football

Lionel Messi reaches New Delhi, football icon's final pit stop

Argentine legend and FIFA World Cup-winning player Lionel Messi reached New Delhi on Monday, his final stop for his ongoing "GOAT India Tour" 2025. The legendary footballer was brought to New Delhi with a high level of security after a successful event in Mumbai on December 14.

2025-12-15T09:48:52.877357+00:00 IST

Cricket

Harmer named ICC Men’s Player of the Month for November 2025

South African off-spinner Simon Harmer has edged out strong competition to win the ICC Men's Player of the Month award for November 2025, following his outstanding performance in the ICC World Test Championship series against India, as per the ICC website.

2025-12-15T09:39:38.040603+00:00 IST

Cricket

India’s IDCA win T20 Deaf Cricket Series against Dubai’s IWDD 3-0

The Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA) team clinched a clean 3-0 victory over the Inclusive Warriors Deaf Dubai (IWDD) team in the three-match T20 Deaf Cricket Series held at Sharjah's DCS You Selects Arena.

2025-12-15T09:36:19.640424+00:00 IST

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US Kids Golf Indian Championship 2025 to be held in Manesar

With the objective of taking junior golf in India to new heights, the US Kids Golf Indian Championship 2025 is set to be held from 17th to 19th December 2025 at the Classic Golf & Country Club, Manesar.

2025-12-15T08:44:35.754989+00:00 IST

Football

Fans gather in thousands ahead of Messi's arrival in Delhi

Fans queued up in large numbers outside Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium where football icon Lionel Messi is set to be present on Monday as he will cap off his GOAT India Tour with the Indian capital.

2025-12-15T08:27:31.468869+00:00 IST

Cricket

England announce playing XI for 3rd Ashes Test

Ben Stokes-led England have announced their playing XI for the third match of the Ashes against Australia at Adelaide Oval, making a single change as Josh Tongue replaces Gus Atkinson in the pace attack, as per ESPNcricinfo. Notably, England opted not to include Shoaib Bashir, despite the Adelaide pitch promising to be the most spin-friendly of this Ashes series.

2025-12-15T08:02:05.826806+00:00 IST

Tennis

GS Delhi Aces clinch maiden TPL title with dominant win in finals

Day six of the Tennis Premier League (TPL) Season 7 marked the business end of the tournament at the Gujarat University Tennis Stadium, culminating in a high-stakes grand finale, where GS Delhi Aces emerged victorious to clinch their maiden title, as per a TPL release.

2025-12-15T07:00:10.283177+00:00 IST

Cricket

Physical Disability T20 Series to be held at Wankhede Stadium

Mumbai is set to host a landmark celebration of inclusive cricket as the Physical Disability T20 Series will be held from 16 to 18 December at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, as per a release from the Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DDCI).

2025-12-15T06:43:04.634655+00:00 IST

Cricket

CA, ECB pay tribute to Bondi Beach terror attack victims

Cricket Australia (CA) and England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) have jointly paid tribute to the victims of the Bondi Beach terror attack in Sydeny.

2025-12-15T06:34:25.507027+00:00 IST

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Amit Shah lauds Indian squash team on maiden World Cup win

Home Minister Amit Shah congratulated Team India on winning their maiden Squash World Cup and noted that the win in the finals will become an inspiration for the coming generations.

2025-12-15T05:34:20.953521+00:00 IST

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PM Modi congratulates Indian squash team on maiden World Cup win

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian squash team for creating history and winning their maiden Squash World Cup. PM Modi commended the Indian players Joshna Chinnappa, Abhay Singh, Velavan Senthil Kumar and Anahat Singh for their dedication and determination and said the team has made the entire nation proud.

2025-12-15T05:22:14.236039+00:00 IST

Others

Judo Championships: Kalpana Devi beats Himanshi Tokas to bag Gold

Vijayi Bharat Foundation (VBF) judoka Irengbam Kalpana Devi bagged Gold in the Women's -63 kg category at the Senior National Judo Championships 2025-26 held in Imphal, as per a release from the Judo Federation of India.

2025-12-15T04:53:34.602513+00:00 IST

Football

“One and only GOAT”: Harbhajan delighted after meeting Messi

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh expressed delight after meeting Lionel Messi in Mumbai on Sunday, during the football legend's Mumbai leg of the GOAT India Tour.

2025-12-15T04:45:34.580385+00:00 IST