Sports

"Special day for us as a group": Justin Greaves after scoring memorable double hundred at Christchurch

West Indies star batter Justin Greaves opened up about his side's resilience after the Caribbean side played 164 overs in the fourth innings to avoid a defeat in the opening Test of the three-match series against New Zealand at the Hagley Oval on Saturday.

2025-12-06T08:02:28.000987+00:00 IST

India wins toss, opts to bowl against South Africa

The last time India won the toss in an ODI was during the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 semi-final against New Zealand at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium.

2025-12-06T07:51:27.901004+00:00 IST

Burger, De Zorzi ruled out ahead of series decider against India

South Africa, ahead of the third ODI against India, suffered a significant blow as seamer Nandre Burger and batter Tony de Zorzi have been ruled out of the fixture due to injury.

2025-12-06T07:17:57.136095+00:00 IST

Ashes 2nd Test: Alex Carey, Mitchell Starc frustrate England

Australia continued to dominate in the ongoing Second Ashes Test against England at the Gabba on Saturday as they reached 450/8 in 99 overs, taking a lead of 116 runs at Tea on Day 3. Mitchell Starc (46*) and Scott Boland (7*) were unbeaten at the crease.

2025-12-06T06:47:31.486786+00:00 IST

Sehwag after West Indies pulled off an epic draw against Kiwi's

Justin Greaves was the star performer with the bat for the West Indies as he slammed a memorable maiden double century. Greaves remained unbeaten on 202 off 388 deliveries, including 19 fours. Kemar Roach also provided Greaves with vital support from the other end with 58 runs off 233 balls, with the help of eight fours.

2025-12-06T06:46:29.346681+00:00 IST

Seema Punia faces suspension of 16 months by NADA

As per the Anti-Doping Disciplinary Panel's official list of sanctioned athletes, the forty-two-year-old's ban will be effective from November 10, 2025.

2025-12-06T06:16:27.251224+00:00 IST

Jasprit Bumrah Turns 32: A look at Indian pace sensation's career

Bumrah made his international debut in early 2016 during India's white-ball tour of Australia. Before this, he had an outstanding domestic season, excelling for Gujarat in the Ranji Trophy and topping the bowling charts in the Vijay Hazare tournament. He was the highest wicket-taker in the T20I leg of the Australia tour, which India won 3-0.

2025-12-06T06:13:19.411115+00:00 IST

Cricket

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Suryakumar attempts to replicate Usman Tariq's action in nets

In a video posted by the ICC, Suryakumar was seen bowling to Rinku Singh in a manner similar to Usman's, pausing before delivering the ball, but he was not bowling with a sidearm action. While he could not replicate the bowler's action perfectly, the intent behind tackling his mystery spin was visible without a doubt.

2026-02-14T18:40:14.698910+00:00 IST

T20 WC: Markram’s knock guides SA to dominant win vs NZ

South Africa captain Aiden Markram played a pivotal role in his team's commanding seven-wicket victory over New Zealand in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup matchat the Narendra Modi Stadium, leading the chase with a blistering 86* off 44 balls on Sunday.

2026-02-14T17:26:59.803157+00:00 IST

Adil Rashid becomes fifth-highest wicket taker in Men’s T20Is

England leg-spinner Adil Rashid surpassed Sri Lanka's Wanindu Hasaranga to become the fifth-highest wicket taker in men's T20I cricket on Sunday.

2026-02-14T17:24:41.210121+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Shrivalli and Zeel impress with wins in Mumbai Open WTA 125K

The 22-year-old Indian Shrivalli making her debut on the WTA Tour showed poise and confidence as she came from behind to knockout second seed Valentini Grammatikopoulou from Greece

2024-02-03T17:59:07.128815+00:00 IST

Davis Cup: Team India takes 2-0 lead over Pakistan

Ramkumar Ramanathan and Sriram Balaji powered Team India to a 2-0 lead over Pakistan in singles matches here on Saturday in the Davis Cup tie between the two countries

2024-02-03T16:32:52.933437+00:00 IST

Indian team arrives at Islamabad Sports Complex for Davis Cup

The World Group 1 play-off tie is scheduled to be played at the Islamabad Sports Complex on February 3 and 4.

2024-02-03T06:11:33.518906+00:00 IST

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Bose amid allegations of obtaining fake domicile certificate

The President of Rugby India, Rahul Bose, has stated that he will not be contesting the presidency as a candidate from Himachal Pradesh in the forthcoming Rugby India elections, amid allegations that he obtained a fake Himachal domicile certificate to gain an advantage.

2025-12-10T06:45:19.057557+00:00 IST

“Preparations for Commonwealth Games underway": Gujarat Minister

As preparations for the Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad gather pace, Minister of State for Sports, Youth Affairs & Cultural Activities, Jairam Gamit, highlighted the state's rapid progress in strengthening its sporting infrastructure.

2025-12-09T14:56:49.699169+00:00 IST

Jr. State Kho Kho C'ship: Happy Wanderers crowned champions

The championship, which concluded recently, featured 18 teams: ten boys and eight girls

2025-12-09T14:09:30.336847+00:00 IST

Football

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FIFA Club WC: Last two QF spots up for grabs

So far, six spots in the FIFA Club WC have been locked. Palmeiras, Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich, Fluminense FC, and Al-Hilal have secured their respective spots.

2025-07-01T15:03:56.379464+00:00 IST

AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualification: India to face Iraq

India currently sit at the top of the table with six points and a goal difference of +17 after wins against Mongolia (13-0) and Timor-Leste (4-0). Thailand are in second, also with six points but a goal difference of +11. Iraq have already played three games and are on four points. They must defeat India to have any chance of staying alive on the road to Australia

2025-07-01T14:58:42.701075+00:00 IST

Empire FC crowned champions of BDFA "C" Division

In the group stage, Empire FC dominated all four fixtures, including a 7-0 demolition of Oriental FC and a 3-0 victory over Vel Socials FC. The club continued its winning streak in the knockout rounds, defeating East West FC 5-0 in the Pre-Quarterfinal, edging Young Boys FC 1-0 in the Quarterfinal, and brushing past Jai Bharat Nagar FC 3-0 in the Semifinal.

2025-07-01T10:53:38.626558+00:00 IST

Hockey

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Delhi SG Pipers rope in Australia defender Corey Weyer

Delhi SG Pipers on Friday announced that the franchise has roped in Australian defender Corey Weyer for the upcoming season of the Hockey India League (HIL).

2024-10-25T17:50:27.198624+00:00 IST

Did not want to disappoint crowd:Mandeep on hockey win vs Germany

Following India's win in the second match of the Bilateral Series against Germany, Indian hockey player Mandeep Singh said that they did not disappoint the crowd.

2024-10-24T18:26:39.888312+00:00 IST

Rani set to take charge as Indian coach of Soorma Hockey Club

After retiring from the sport, former Indian women's hockey team captain Rani Rampal is set to take charge as the Women's Mentor and Indian Coach of Soorma Hockey Club in the revamped Hockey India League this December.

2024-10-24T16:36:47.592081+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Greaves' double ton, Roach's resilience help WI avoid defeat

A memorable maiden double century from Justin Greaves and a solid knock from Kemar Roach have helped the West Indies to avoid a defeat in the opening Test of the three-match series against New Zealand at the Hagley Oval on Saturday.

2025-12-06T06:10:12.964269+00:00 IST

Football

"One of the greats": Trump praises Football legend Pelé

The FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage was finally mapped out after a glittering Final Draw ceremony in Washington, DC's John F Kennedy Centre for the Performing Arts on Friday. Mexico will take on South Africa in Group A in the opening game of the tournament at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on June 11. The USA, Mexico and Canada will co-host the tournament.

2025-12-06T05:00:40.465633+00:00 IST

Football

Portugal set to kick off their World Cup 2026 campaign on June 17

Portugal will kick off its FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign on June 17 against the winner of Intercontinental Playoff 1, which will be contested between Jamaica, New Caledonia, and Congo.

2025-12-06T03:27:46.479077+00:00 IST

Football

Argentina to kick off FIFA World Cup campaign against Algeria

Argentina has been drawn in Group J. The Group J matches will be played at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Levi's Stadium in San Francisco, and AT&T Stadium in Dallas. The FIFA World Cup is set to kick off on June 11 with the clash between co-hosts Mexico and Canada confirmed as the tournament opener in Mexico City.

2025-12-06T03:08:26.746504+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ravindra Jadeja turns 37: A look at numbers, accomplishments

Having made his mark in age-group cricket as a crafty spinner who could be a handy batter down the order, Jadeja rose a hundred notches in his journey as an Indian cricketer ever since his debut in 2009, to a point where he can make any playing eleven in world cricket either as a specialist batter or a bowler.

2025-12-05T22:37:41.494561+00:00 IST

Football

FIFA World Cup 2026 groups unveiled; Mexico-South Africa clash to open tournament

As the draw went ahead, the clash between co-hosts Mexico and Canada was also confirmed as the tournament opener on June 11 next year in Mexico City. The tournament is being co-hosted by the USA, Mexico and Canada.

2025-12-05T21:05:11.726102+00:00 IST

Cricket

14-year-old batting sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi 6th-most searched in "people" category of Google's 'Year in Search 2025'

Suryavanshi, 14, who made history last year by becoming the youngest player to earn an Indian Premier League (IPL) contract after being bought by Rajasthan Royals for Rs 1.1 crores, has achieved plenty of milestones in a career that has taken off over the last year or so.

2025-12-05T20:16:38.254709+00:00 IST

Cricket

Fakhar Zaman fined for breaching ICC Code of Conduct

Pakistan Fakhar Zaman was found guilty of a breach during the Tri-series final between Pakistan and Sri Lanka. He has been fined 10 per cent of his match fee for a Level 1 breach of the ICC Code of Conduct during the match in Rawalpindi,

2025-12-05T18:23:27.985615+00:00 IST

Cricket

We have to get things right on Day 3 morning: Joe Root

England star batter Joe Root emphasised the need to "get things right" and take Australia's remaining four wickets early on Day 3 of the second Ashes Test at the Gabba.

2025-12-05T18:10:33.011824+00:00 IST

Hockey

India beat Belgium via penalty shoot-out

Spirited Indian Junior Men's Hockey Team held their nerves to beat Belgium 2-2 (4-3 SO) in a high-octane quarterfinal clash here at the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025 in Chennai,

2025-12-05T18:00:45.297270+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ryan ten Doeschate explains challenges of two-ball rule in ODIs

Ahead of the India vs South Africa ODI series decider, India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate discussed the role of the two-ball rule in ODIs, particularly when discussing dew.

2025-12-05T17:53:52.480397+00:00 IST

Others

KIUG 2025: Chandigarh University retain championship title

Chandigarh University finished their campaign with a total of 67 medals, including 42 gold, 14 silver and 11 bronze. The champions won 23 out of the 30 gold medals on offer in Canoe and Kayaking, a sports discipline which made its debut at the KIUG, six in swimming and five in athletics, two in wrestling and one each in weightlifting, shooting, cycling, archery, table tennis and kabaddi, as per a press release from SAI Media.

2025-12-05T17:52:26.598706+00:00 IST

Cricket

Parag open to RR captaincy but not focusing on it

Riyan Parag said that he is not focused on the possibility of becoming the Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, but stated he's prepared to take on the role if the team management decides to entrust him with it, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-12-05T17:22:41.789515+00:00 IST

Cricket

South Africa announce squad for ICC Men’s Under-19 World Cup

South Africa have announced a 15-member squad for the ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup, as per the ICC website. The marquee event is scheduled to take place in Namibia and Zimbabwe from January 15 to February 6, 2026.

2025-12-05T17:09:54.337223+00:00 IST