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"I've had sleepless nights bowling to them...": Indian bowling coach Morkel on Rohit-Virat ahead of 1st SA ODI at Ranchi

The first ODI of three between India and South Africa at Ranchi's JSCA Cricket Stadium marks Rohit-Virat's first outing in India since the ODI series against England earlier this year, before the ICC Champions Trophy. The lack of ODIs has put question marks over their rhythm, match fitness and future with Team India. Rustiness in their batting was visible during the three-ODI tour against Australia away from home. While Rohit started with a single-digit score, had a resilient 97-ball 73 at Adelaide during which he looked ugly in the start and concluded the tour with a 'vintage Hitman' 121* at Sydney, Virat had a horror start with two successive ducks. But he got his happy ending on Aussie shores with an unbeaten 74* in the final ODI, sharing a century stand with Rohit.

2025-11-28T14:55:44.240989+00:00 IST

Gill recovering, Iyer begins rehab ahead of SA ODIs: Morne Morkel

India bowling coach Morne Morkel stated that he spoke with Shubman Gill, who is recovering well from his neck injury and added that Shreyas Iyer has begun rehabilitation following a spleen injury sustained during the first ODI of the Australia tour last month.

2025-11-28T14:55:07.307510+00:00 IST

Indian Women's Cricket Team for the Blind felicitated for historic T20 World Cup win

Reaffirming its commitment to inclusivity through sports, Chintels Group has extended its support to Team India throughout the tournament and awarded each member of the Indian team a prize money of Rs 1.00 Lakh. The Group's CSR wing, Nora Solomon Foundation, continues to drive initiatives in education, healthcare, and social welfare.

2025-11-28T14:31:06.895388+00:00 IST

Morne Morkel reposes faith in Ruturaj Gaikwad

Team India bowling coach Morne Morkel expressed confidence in Indian batter Ruturaj Gaikwad, saying that if he gets an opportunity in the upcoming India vs South Africa ODI series, "he will do the country proud."

2025-11-28T14:22:05.770295+00:00 IST

Host India to field two Elite teams for Pune Grand Tour 2026

The National Road Cycling Championship-cum-selection trial is scheduled from December 2-6, at Sambalpur, Odisha. The shortlisted athletes will further be evaluated through a National Road Race in Pune on December 28, 2025, as per a CFI press release.

2025-11-28T14:20:08.431253+00:00 IST

UPW head coach speaks on retention of core following WPL Auction

The Capri Sports-owned UP Warriorz, who were looking to rebuild their squad at the WPL Auction in New Delhi, pulled off quite the coup as they signed on the talismanic former Australian captain Meg Lanning, who had featured in all the previous finals of the WPL with Delhi Capitals (DC) as a captain. Alongside her, the UP Warriorz, who are now coached by Nayar, also added to their squad the likes of the dynamic Phoebe Litchfield, WPL Season 2's MVP and ICC ODI World Cup 2025 winner Deepti Sharma, and England's Sophie Ecclestone, one of the most proficient spinners in the game. Among the others from India's World Cup-winning squad who have been picked by the Warriorz, are Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol and Kranti Goud.

2025-11-28T14:02:11.557491+00:00 IST

Rohit poised to achieve milestone in South Africa series

Former Indian captain Rohit Sharma is poised to become only the fourth Indian batter to hit the 20,000-run milestone in cricket. Rohit is set to return to the field in India's three-match ODI series against South Africa, starting November 30 at the JSCA Stadium in Ranchi.

2025-11-28T14:02:10.185730+00:00 IST

Cricket

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T20 WC: Ishan Kishan confident ahead of India-Pakistan clash

Ishan Kishan's recent performances have bolstered his confidence as India gears up for the high-profile T20 World Cup clash against Pakistan on February 15.

2026-02-12T20:00:44.970581+00:00 IST

India registers 10 consecutive wins in Men's T20 WC history

After winning their group stage match against Namibia by 93 runs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Team India became the first side to register 10th consecutive victories in the Men's T20 World Cup history.

2026-02-12T17:52:26.983835+00:00 IST

T20 WC: Spin dominates India-Namibia clash in Delhi

While it was Namibia skipper Gerald Erasmus who kept India to 209/9 with a four-wicket haul, for the Men in Blue, it was fine spells from Varun Chakravarthy and Axar Patel that ruined Namibia's day despite a fine start in the powerplay. 10 wickets falling to spin is the second-most in a T20I match held in India, after the India-New Zealand clash in 2016 T20 World Cup at Nagpur, where 12 wickets fell to spinners.

2026-02-12T17:50:38.933591+00:00 IST

Tennis

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I admire Virat Kohli's career: Novak Djokovic

The 24-time major winner said that they have known each other for a few years and he admires Kohli a lot.

2024-01-13T16:14:52.031006+00:00 IST

Bopanna-Ebden clinch spot in Adelaide International final

In the championship match, Indian-Australian duo will lock horns with three-time reigning US Open champions Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury.In the championship match, Indian-Australian duo will lock horns with three-time reigning US Open champions Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury.

2024-01-12T11:28:30.521339+00:00 IST

Steve Smith, Djokovic try hand at each other's sports

In a video posted by the official handle of Australian Open, Smith was seen playing tennis with Djokovic

2024-01-11T13:11:43.472989+00:00 IST

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AMF joins hands with FEI to strengthen India’s Para-sports

Flutter Entertainment India LLP (FEI), the Hyderabad-based centre of excellence for the world's leading sports entertainment operator, Flutter, and Aditya Mehta Foundation (AMF) on Monday announced their partnership to strengthen India's para-sports ecosystem and further their commitment to empowering communities through sport.

2025-12-01T15:59:27.200579+00:00 IST

KI has been instrumental in journey to success: Aditi Swami

Aditi, who has won three consecutive gold medals in the Khelo India Youth Games, clinched gold in the individual compound event for Shivaji University on her KIUG debut. In 2023, Aditi created history by winning the individual gold medal at the World Archery Championships held in Berlin

2025-12-01T14:42:26.868991+00:00 IST

Choudhary breaks meet record to clinch Hammer Throw gold

Chandigarh University's Tanya Choudhary broke her own meet and All India University (AIU) record to clinch the women's Hammer Throw gold medal while Jain University's Keerthana and Shivaji University's Rushiprasad Desai were crowned the fastest women and men athletes in the Khelo India University Games Rajasthan 2025 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here on Monday.

2025-12-01T14:28:53.838727+00:00 IST

Football

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East Bengal FC part ways with foreign trio

Indian Super League (ISL) club East Bengal FC on Friday announced the departure of three foreigners: Hector Yuste, Rafael Messi Bouli, and Richard Celis.

2025-06-14T02:51:48.272766+00:00 IST

Tottenham appoint Thomas Frank as new head coach

Tottenham Hotspur have identified Ange Postecoglou's successor and appointed Thomas Frank as their new head coach on a contract until 2028.

2025-06-13T02:47:48.409396+00:00 IST

Sunil Chhetri expresses grief over Ahmedabad plane crash

Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri on Thursday expressed grief over the plane crash in Ahmedabad and said his prayers are with those who have been affected by this incident. Chhetri posted on his Instagram story, "Devastated by the news coming in from Ahmedabad. Prayers and strength go out to those affected by this tragic incident."

2025-06-12T17:16:15.503989+00:00 IST

Hockey

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Hockey legends reminisce as sport returns to national capital

Indian Men's Hockey Team will be in action against Germany at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi. The Paris 2024 bronze medalists India will face off against the Olympic Silver medallists on October 23-24.

2024-09-29T04:08:35.582171+00:00 IST

Mohammed Raheel shares his experience in Asian Champions Trophy

Indian Men's Hockey Team midfielder Mohammed Raheel has shared his thoughts on his remarkable experience in the recently concluded Asian Champions Trophy, held in Hulunbuir, China.

2024-09-27T12:49:41.923007+00:00 IST

Hockey players fitter than cricketers: Hardik Singh

Indian men's hockey team vice-captain and midfielder, Hardik Singh, has highlighted the superior fitness levels of hockey players compared to Indian cricketers, pointing to their significantly higher Yo-Yo Test scores.

2024-09-27T08:20:25.452445+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Syed Modi International: Tanvi, Unnati, Kidambi march into semis

Sixteen-year-old Tanvi Sharma, who had upset former world champion Nozomi Okuhara of Japan in the earlier round, packed off Hong Kong's Lo Sin Yan Happy in straight games 21-13, 21-19 in 38 minutes to set up a last four clash against 5th seed Hina Akechi of Japan, who upset third seed Sung Shuo Yun 21-8, 21-15 in the other quarterfinal, as per a press release from the Badminton Association of India (BAI).

2025-11-28T13:35:20.329547+00:00 IST

Football

Telangana CM excited to welcome Lionel Messi to Hyderabad

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy expressed his happiness over global football star Lionel Messi's upcoming visit to Hyderabad during the GOAT India Tour 2025. He said that the city is excited to host the Argentine footballer.

2025-11-28T12:49:00.337749+00:00 IST

Cricket

A look at Virat Kohli's record against SA ahead of 1st ODI

Indian batting legend Virat Kohli will be back in action during the first ODI against South Africa at JSCA International Cricket Stadium, Ranchi, on Sunday.

2025-11-28T12:45:53.104079+00:00 IST

Others

BFI appoints Santiago as head coach of Indian Women’s Boxing Team

The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) on Friday announced the appointment of Santiago Nieva as the Head Coach of the Indian Women's National Boxing Team, marking the return of one of world boxing's most accomplished high-performance leaders.

2025-11-28T12:22:37.219335+00:00 IST

Cricket

"Feels like home....": Spinner Shree Charani speaks on DC return

Charani, who formed a fine spin duo with veteran Deepti Sharma during India's World Cup-winning campaign this year, was bought by DC, the three-time finalists for Rs 1.30 crores. In her team's maiden 50-over World Cup win this year, Shree starred with 14 wickets at an average of 27.64, with best figures of 3/41. She ended the tournament as the fourth-highest wicket-taker.

2025-11-28T11:52:01.494160+00:00 IST

Cricket

"Known Gambhir as an....." AB warns about "emotional" coaches

AB was speaking to Indian cricket legend Ravichandran Ashwin in a YouTube video. The video was made in the aftermath of India's series loss to South Africa at home by 0-2, their second whitewash at home in back-to-back years, placing them in a scenario that Indian cricket has never experienced since years: That the home domination and the tag of 'home bullies' is slowly waning. This has also opened up debate on the future of Gambhir as India's head coach, under whom India has lost two Test series at home, one against New Zealand last year, which marked their first loss at home after 12 years and five successive Tests to South Africa, England, New Zealand and Australia (SENA) nations at home.

2025-11-28T11:48:03.579681+00:00 IST

Others

Borgohain hails India’s 2030 CWG hosting as huge opportunity

Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain welcomed the announcement that India will host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, saying the move will motivate the younger generation to pursue sports and aspire to represent the nation on the global stage, bringing pride to the country.

2025-11-28T11:06:26.864015+00:00 IST

Others

Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on India hosting CWG 2030

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) on Wednesday confirmed that Ahmedabad, Gujarat, will be the official venue for the 2030 Commonwealth Games. A statement from IOA said, "Amdavad, India (also known as Ahmedabad) has today been formally ratified as the host of the Centenary Commonwealth Games in 2030, marking a historic moment for the Commonwealth Sport Movement."

2025-11-28T09:30:44.350383+00:00 IST

Cricket

India to play five match T20 series against Sri Lanka

India's women's cricket team is gearing up to face Sri Lanka just before the start of the Women's Premier League (WPL) in January 2026 in a thrilling five-match T20I series, kicking off on December 21 in Visakhapatnam.

2025-11-28T09:29:14.398176+00:00 IST

Cricket

Strategy was to get players from our winning team: Nita Ambani

Two-time champions Mumbai Indians will be confident heading into a new season of the Women's Premier League in 2026 after managing to get back most of the previous champions from the team at the mega auction in New Delhi on Thursday.

2025-11-28T09:00:05.306229+00:00 IST

Cricket

"Happy with the squad we got": Michael Klinger after WPL auction

GG assembled a strong squad at the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 auction held in Delhi on Thursday. Gujarat Giants opened their auction with a marquee purchase, securing New Zealand legend Sophie Devine for Rs 2 crore. Renuka Singh, who played an integral role in India's recent ICC World Cup triumph, became the franchise's second buy, picked up for Rs 60 lakh.

2025-11-28T08:45:16.338728+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ayush Mhatre to lead India's U19 Squad for ACC Asia Cup in Dubai

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Friday announced the men's U19 squad for the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) Asia Cup.

2025-11-28T08:18:14.895383+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ireland beat Bangladesh in T20I opener

Ireland broke a drought of almost 14 months, defeating Bangladesh by 10 runs in the opening T20I of their three-match series in Chattogram on Thursday.

2025-11-28T07:41:46.008585+00:00 IST

Football

Beckham meets children in India, calls for equality, empowerment

UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Sir David Beckham met children and young people during a visit to India this week, and called for equal opportunities, inclusion and empowerment for every child.

2025-11-28T06:35:50.280451+00:00 IST