Guru Nanak Dev University cyclist Meenakshi Rohilla grabbed the first gold medals of the Khelo India University Games (KIUG) Rajasthan 2025 in the women's individual time trial while former champions Jain University, thanks to their swimmers led by Olympian Srihari Nataraj, took early lead on the medals table on the opening day at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium complex here on Tuesday

2025-11-25T16:42:07.250262+00:00 IST

Cricket

Kumble surprised by Rahul’s dismissal on Day 4 in Guwahati Test

Former India head coach Anil Kumble said that he was surprised by the manner in which KL Rahul lost his wicket on Day 4 of the ongoing India vs South Africa Test in Guwahati. Chasing the target of 549, India lost two wickets by Stumps on Day 4, the hosts still needing 522 runs to win.

2025-11-25T16:16:18.859162+00:00 IST

Cricket

T20 World Cup 2026: Six sides in action on opening day

The 10th edition of ICC Men's T20 World Cup will begin on February 7, 2026, with the 20-team tournament to run all the way up until the final on March 8. A total of six sides in action on the opening day, including the title-holders India

2025-11-25T16:05:37.797391+00:00 IST

Cricket

“Poor shot from Jaiswal”: Kumble on Indian opener’s dismissal

Former India cricketer and head coach Anil Kumble questioned the shot selection of India openers KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal on Day 4 of the ongoing India vs South Africa Test in Guwahati.

2025-11-25T15:59:09.769988+00:00 IST

Cricket

India to begin T20 World Cup title defense against US on February 7; arch-rivals Pakistan await on February 15

Co-hosts India will open their title defence at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 with a marquee night fixture against the United States at Mumbai's iconic Wankhede Stadium on February 7, setting the tone for what promises to be a spectacular opening day of cricket across the subcontinent. Former champions Pakistan and the West Indies will also feature on day one, playing at the historic Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) in Colombo and the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, respectively

2025-11-25T15:53:17.985393+00:00 IST

Cricket

“We feel very proud”: Deepika TC after Blind Women's T20 WC win

Indian women's blind cricket team Deepika TC expressed joy after she led the team to the historic Blind Women's T20 World Cup 2025 win. Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) General Secretary Shailendra Yadav and Chairman Mahantesh G.K also expressed pride over the teams victory.

2025-11-25T15:43:30.613083+00:00 IST

Cricket

Virat Kohli's elder brother takes a dig at India management

Virat Kohli's elder brother, Vikas Kohli, took an indirect dig at Team India's management as the team struggles during the ongoing second Test against South Africa in Guwahati. After losing the first Test against South Africa by 30 runs, India are precariously placed at 27-2 and need 522 more runs to win and level the series, an outcome that seems highly unlikely.

2025-11-25T15:26:42.714979+00:00 IST

Cricket

"We wanted them to really grovel": Conrad

South Africa wanted to make India grovel and force them to spend far more time on the field than they would have preferred, which is why the visitors batted an hour into the third session on day four of the Guwahati Test. By stretching their lead to 548 before declaring, they effectively shut the door on any possibility of an Indian victory

2025-11-25T15:08:13.618804+00:00 IST

Cricket

India to chase 400+ runs on Day 5 of 2nd Test

At stumps on Day 4, India are in a precarious position (27/2) with the Proteas needing eight more wickets to whitewash India 2-0. Openers Yashasvi Jaiswal (13) and KL Rahul (6) departed cheaply. Sai Sudharsan (2*) and nightwatchman Kuldeep Yadav (4*) are at the crease.

2025-11-25T15:00:51.425677+00:00 IST

Cricket

Tamil Nadu first choice for major sporting events: Atulya Misra

Ahead of the start of the FIH Men's Junior Hockey World Cup 2025, Atulya Misra, the Additional Chief Secretary of the Youth Welfare and Sports Development Department of Tamil Nadu, said the state has become the preferred place for hosting major tournaments in India.

2025-11-25T15:00:08.347330+00:00 IST

Others

Bhubaneswar to host inaugural National Indoor Championships

The inaugural edition of the National Indoor Championships and the World Athletics Continental Tour Silver Level Meet, an upgraded version of this year's Bronze Level meet, in Bhubaneswar will be the biggest attractions of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) 2026 domestic calendar, this was announced here on Tuesday

2025-11-25T13:37:25.978360+00:00 IST

Cricket

Difficult to stop RoKo: Raina excited for Rohit–Kohli comeback

Former India cricketer Suresh Raina expressed excitement about Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli returning for the upcoming ODI series against South Africa. He said their comeback will make India very strong, noting the duo's dominant performances.

2025-11-25T12:58:25.820950+00:00 IST

Cricket

Raina calls for more first-class cricket as IND struggle vs SA

Former India cricketer Suresh Raina said that India's Test batters need to play more first-class cricket to build long-duration batting skills. He pointed out that great Indian players of the past--like Laxman, Dravid, Tendulkar, Sehwag and Gambhir--succeeded by learning to bat through multiple sessions.

2025-11-25T12:24:48.114448+00:00 IST

Cricket

Venkatesh Prasad to be next president of KSCA

Former India pacer Venkatesh Prasad will be the new the president of Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) as he is the only candidate in the fray after rejection of candidature of the other candidate, officials said on Tuesday.

2025-11-25T12:13:07.757518+00:00 IST