Sports

WPL Auction: Deandra Dottin heads to UPW for Rs 80 lakh

Kashvee Gautam was bought by the Gujarat Giants (GG) for Rs 65 lakh after the franchise used the Right-to-Match. The Indian cricketer has 11 wickets in nine matches for GG last season.

2025-11-27T17:33:48.354950+00:00 IST

“I’m from UP and have strong ties with UP Warriorz": Deepti

Deepti Sharma returned to UP Warriorz (UPW) as one of the biggest highlights of the Women's Premier League (WPL) auction, becoming the second most expensive buy in the history of the WPL auction with Rs 3.2 crore through the Right to Match (RTM) card. The high-stakes bidding contest, which briefly saw Delhi Capitals (DC) in the lead, ended with UPW securing their star all-rounder once again.

2025-11-27T17:11:06.939571+00:00 IST

U19 sensation G Trisha, WC winner Pratika join UPW

U19 sensation G Trisha was sold to UP Warriorz for Rs 10 lakh during the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 auction on Thursday. Trisha has won the 2025 U19 Women's T20 World Cup. She also became the first-ever centurion in the tournament's history.

2025-11-27T17:03:15.904285+00:00 IST

India prevail against New Zealand in the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup

The Indian Men's Hockey Team produced fine performance to prevail 3-2 against New Zealand in a hard-fought contest at the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup Stadium in Ipoh on Thursday.

2025-11-27T16:56:46.540905+00:00 IST

Aussie all-rounders Grace Harris, Kim Garth with RCB

Grace Harris was sold to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for Rs 75 lakh. The Australian cricketer Harris has made 577 runs in 54 T20Is at an average of above 22 and a strike rate of above 155.

2025-11-27T16:29:47.243892+00:00 IST

"If you retain a capped player...": Sthalekar

UP Warriorz (UPW) mentor Lisa Sthalekar expressed satisfaction after the franchise successfully brought back star all-rounder Deepti Sharma through the Right to Match (RTM) card at the Women's Premier League (WPL) Auction. Sthalekar explained that the decision to release Deepti initially was purely tactical.

2025-11-27T15:41:06.632002+00:00 IST

PM Modi congratulates Blind T20 World Cup-winning Indian team

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the victorious women's blind cricket team, which won the Blind Women's T20 World Cup on Thursday.

2025-11-27T14:41:52.057471+00:00 IST

Cricket

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T20WC: Ishan-Hardik fireworks mask India's spin struggle

While the Men in Blue were exceptional against pace, getting 147 runs at loss of two wickets in 12 overs at an economy rate of 12.25 with just 23.6 per cent dots, they could get just 61 runs in eight overs at a loss of five wickets against spin, at an economy rate of 7.62 and a dot ball per centage of 45.8, playing out 22 dots against tweakers.

2026-02-12T16:20:08.976281+00:00 IST

Italy captain, coach reflect on historic T20WC win over Nepal

Mosca brothers, Justin and Anthony, led their team to a thumping 10-wicket win over Nepal in their T20 WC clash in front of passionate fans at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on Thursday.

2026-02-12T15:37:46.774286+00:00 IST

T20 WC: Fifties from Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya help India post

India posted a commanding total of 209/9 against Namibia in a high-octane T20 World Cup clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Thursday.

2026-02-12T15:27:18.159940+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Defending champion Coco Gauff storms into Auckland quarterfinals

Gauff, the No. 1 seed from the United States, defeated rising 16-year-old Czech Fruhvirtova in their maiden match that lasted for 70 minutes.

2024-01-04T05:38:48.384386+00:00 IST

"I'll be okay": Novak Djokovic plays down injury concerns

Throughout the match, the Serbian suffered from a wrist ailment and was unable to perform at his peak in the RAC Arena.

2024-01-04T04:52:51.151764+00:00 IST

United Cup: Maria Sakkari seals quarterfinal spot for Greece

In the Sydney quarterfinals, Greece will lock horns with Germany while France will face Norway.

2024-01-03T12:36:16.028176+00:00 IST

Others

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APL Director reflects on the league’s vision and debut success

The Archery Premier League (APL) has been awarded the prestigious 'Emerging Professional Sports Event of the Year' at the India Sports Awards 2025, held during FICCI TURF 2025: 15th Global Sports Summit at the FICCI Federation House, New Delhi.

2025-12-01T11:31:24.101504+00:00 IST

Bangladesh Kabaddi Federation praises Women’s Kabaddi World cup

The Bangladesh Kabaddi Federation has praised the successful hosting of the 2nd Women's Kabaddi World Cup 2025 in Dhaka. General Secretary SM Nawaz Shohag shared his thoughts on the event, its impact, and the strong performances of the finalist teams

2025-12-01T09:38:02.829382+00:00 IST

Sky is limit for Delhi golfer, Baisoya

Sachin Baisoya fired a stunning bogey-free 10 under par round to finish in a share of third place at the inaugural $500,000 Bharath Classic at the Kensville Golf resort near Ahmedabad

2025-12-01T09:36:19.167288+00:00 IST

Football

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Ronaldo in tears after Portugal pip Spain in Nations League final

Emotions got the better of captain Cristiano Ronaldo, and he was reduced to tears as he shaped Portugal's Nations League success over Spain in a dramatic final at Munich's Allianz Arena.

2025-06-09T04:37:50.981022+00:00 IST

Mbappe nets 50th goal for France as Les Bleus clinch third place

Kylian Mbappe continued his remarkable international form, scoring his 50th goal for France as they secured a 2-0 win over Germany in Stuttgart to finish third in the UEFA Nations League, according to Sky Sports.

2025-06-08T18:09:43.018102+00:00 IST

Mumbai City sign Lalnuntluanga ahead of 2025-2026 season

The 25-year-old from Mizoram has been a regular in the I-League starting lineup over the last three seasons, making over 20 appearances each season for his former clubs, Sreenidi and Real Kashmir.

2025-06-08T13:06:29.379088+00:00 IST

Hockey

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KI Jr. WHL: Jharkhand, MPHA, SAI Bal register wins on day-6

Centre of Excellence Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh Hockey Academy and SAI Bal emerged victorious in their respective games on the sixth day of the Khelo India Junior Women's Hockey League 2024-2025

2024-09-22T10:21:48.806573+00:00 IST

A look at Day 6 results of 4th Khelo India Junior Women's Hockey

Centre of Excellence Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh Hockey Academy, and SAI Bal emerged victorious in their respective games on the sixth day of the Khelo India Junior Women's Hockey League 2024-2025 (Phase 1), being held in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh.

2024-09-21T15:41:17.354050+00:00 IST

Wanted to repay the faith the team has placed in me: Harmanpreet

After standout performances in the FIH Hockey Pro League, and the Paris Olympics, the Indian Men's Hockey Team skipper Harmanpreet Singh has been nominated for the FIH Player of the Year Award at the FIH Hockey Stars Awards.

2024-09-21T10:40:54.500716+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Parth Jindal clears air around Delhi Capitals captaincy

Delhi Capitals (DC) co-owner Parth Jindal has cleared the air regarding captaincy after the franchise bought South Africa captain Laura during the Women's Premier League 2026 season on Thursday.

2025-11-27T13:53:14.887888+00:00 IST

Cricket

WPL Auction: India's WC winning pacer Kranti goes back to UPW

The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 auction produced several surprises as India's World Cup winning pacer Kranti Gaud returned to the UP Warriorz through the Right to Match (RTM) card, while spinners Alana King and Saika Ishaque found no takers.

2025-11-27T13:31:51.925916+00:00 IST

Cricket

We wanted to give our new coach a clean slate: Kshemal Waingankar

As the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 auction is in full swing with high-intensity bidding, franchises opened up on their strategies and priorities for the season. UP Warriorz and Gujarat Giants, in particular, expressed satisfaction after securing key players central to their plans.

2025-11-27T12:54:16.986423+00:00 IST

Cricket

WPL 2026 Auction: RCB rope in South African all-rounder Nadine

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) bought South Africa star player Nadine de Klerk for Rs 65 lakhs during the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 auction on Thursday. Nadine played a match for Bengaluru in the 2023/24 season.

2025-11-27T12:26:50.098687+00:00 IST

Cricket

WPL 2026 Auction: Fastest T20 centurion Kiran with UPW

The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 auctions witnessed intense bidding as several Indian performers and rising stars secured strong deals across franchises.

2025-11-27T12:10:44.097809+00:00 IST

Cricket

GG gets Sophie Devine for Rs 2 crore, Renuka Singh for Rs 60 lakh

Gujarat Giants (GG) made two of the most impactful signings at the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 auction, securing New Zealand star Sophie Devine for ₹2 crore and India pacer Renuka Singh Thakur for ₹60 lakh.

2025-11-27T12:01:05.103137+00:00 IST

Cricket

UP Warriorz get Deepti, Ecclestone via RTM

UP Warriorz (UPW) acquired the services of the Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma and England star player Sophie Ecclestone via Right-to-Match (RTM) card during the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 auction on Thursday.

2025-11-27T12:00:22.194789+00:00 IST

Cricket

Aussie superstar Alyssa Healy unsold during WPL 2026 auction

Star Australia wicketkeeper-batter Alyssa Healy went unsold during the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 auction on Thursday. Healy was the first name to go under the hammer during the WPL 2026 auction.

2025-11-27T11:45:53.634113+00:00 IST

Cricket

"Sorry, we couldn't live up to expectations this time": Rishabh Pant apologises after 0-2 whitewash against SA

The reigning World Test Championship (WTC) winners, South Africa, thrashed the Asian Giants by 408 runs in the second and final Test at Guwahati, where Pant was the stand-in captain for India in the absence of Shubman Gill, who was ruled out due to neck spasms. The loss in Guwahati was India's biggest in terms of runs in Test cricket.

2025-11-27T10:46:29.086335+00:00 IST

Cricket

Aspin Stallions reaffirms its Institutional Cooperation with ICC

Aspin Stallions reaffirms its unwavering cooperation with the ICC and continues to observe all developments with the highest regard, diligence, and institutional serenity in matters of violations of the Anti-Corruption Code.

2025-11-27T09:39:59.982391+00:00 IST

Cricket

Sri Lanka chief selector Upul Tharanga ahead of T20 World Cup

The 10th edition of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup will begin on February 7, 2026, with the 20-team tournament running through the final on March 8. The 20-team tournament will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka across 29 days and eight venues (five in India and three in Sri Lanka).

2025-11-27T09:32:22.623805+00:00 IST

Cricket

Brisbane Heat release Jemimah Rodrigues from remainder of WBBL

Rodrigues returned home to India after the Heat's match against the Hobart Hurricanes 10 days ago as part of a pre-arranged commitment where she was to be involved in Indian teammate Smriti Mandhana's wedding last weekend.

2025-11-27T08:54:36.991681+00:00 IST

Cricket

Shorten IPL and play more test cricket: Herschelle Gibbs to India

Former South African cricketer Herschelle Gibbs has suggested that India should shorten the Indian Premier League (IPL) and focus on playing more Test cricket to improve their performance.

2025-11-27T08:53:52.889032+00:00 IST

Others

Jaipur Polo Team dominates Chunda Polo 10-6

The game saw impressive contributions from players across both teams, but Jaipur's consistent scoring helped them secure the win. For the home team, it was again the attacking duo of Padmanabh Singh and Lance Watson who bagged all the goals.

2025-11-27T07:49:38.513734+00:00 IST