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Hockey India announces free tickets for FIH Men’s Junior WC 2025

The tournament, set to take place from November 28 to December 10 across Chennai and Madurai, will feature 24 teams, making it the largest edition of the Junior World Cup in history, according to Hockey India.

2025-11-23T09:22:16.283046+00:00 IST

Oman, France, Switzerland reach Chennai for Junior Hockey WC 2025

With 24 teams participating, this edition marks the largest Junior World Cup in history, and their arrival adds to the growing buzz ahead of the global showpiece, as per a press release from Hockey India.

2025-11-23T09:21:07.971499+00:00 IST

SA's Muthusamy joins elite list with maiden Test ton at Guwahati

A 94-run partnership between Muthusamy, who cracked his maiden Test ton and Jansen, who scored his fourth Test fifty, has given wings to Proteas' dream of a Test series win in India after 25 years, as the reigning World Test Champions crossed the 400-run mark at the end of the second session on day two of the second Test at Guwahati on Sunday.

2025-11-23T08:51:35.005445+00:00 IST

Lakshya Sen reacts after winning Australian Open 2025

The Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen was crowned the champion of the men's singles event of the Australian Open Super 500 event after he defeated Japan's Yushi Tanaka 21-15, 21-11 in a one-sided final that lasted just 38 minutes. Lakshya won USD 475,000 after clinching the title.

2025-11-23T08:41:51.533810+00:00 IST

Muthusamy’s maiden Test ton help SA cross 400-run mark

At the end of the session's play, South Africa stood tall at 428/7 in 137 overs, with Senuran Muthusamy (107*) and Marco Jansen (51*) at the crease. The visitors started the second session at 316/6, with Senuran (56*) and wicketkeeper-batter Kyle Verreyne (38*).

2025-11-23T08:26:56.029687+00:00 IST

Ashwin reacts after India's struggle in Guwahati Test

Ravi Ashwin shared a post on his X, praising South Africa's Senuran Muthusamy's defensive technique against spinners.

2025-11-23T08:10:25.514827+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi T10: A statistical look into cricket's fastest format

This season has already delivered standout moments, including Zaman Khan's hat-trick for the Ajman Titans as new feats and fresh stars emerge. Here's a look at some standout performers and defining numbers from across the years, as the action continues to unfold in Abu Dhabi.

2025-11-23T08:03:36.167016+00:00 IST

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"BCCI should have clearly rejected Pak fixture": Chaturvedi

Earlier on Monday, the Pakistan Government directed its national cricket team to take the field on February 15 for their scheduled fixture against the defending champions, India, in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

2026-02-11T12:41:02.472608+00:00 IST

Sikandar Raza becomes No.1 ranked T20 all-rounder

Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza has been rewarded for his side's strong start to the ICC Men's T20 World Cup by regaining the No.1 spot on the latest ICC Men's T20I All-Rounder Rankings.

2026-02-11T12:24:33.852475+00:00 IST

T20 WC: Australia finish on 182 against Ireland

Marcus Stoinis's resilient innings, with vital contributions from Josh Inglis and Matt Renshaw, powered Australia to 182/6 in match number 14 of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 against Ireland.

2026-02-11T11:58:06.946011+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Sensational Jannik Sinner secures Davis Cup crown for Italy

Sinner, who has been in sensational form all week, was just too good for his Australian counterpart in the second singles match, needing just an hour and 21 minutes to cap what has been a perfect week for the 22-year-old.

2023-11-27T06:53:25.258276+00:00 IST

Rashmikaa grabs maiden ITF title at Women’s World Tennis Tour

Shrivalli Rashmikaa Bhamidipaty graduated from being a National champion to an international champion when she annexed her maiden ITF title with the Bowring Institute ITF Women's World Tennis Tour honours, defeating Zeel Desai

2023-11-27T02:56:49.833584+00:00 IST

"You can win four slams...": Djokovic sets eyes on 2024

The 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic, who wrapped up an amazing year on Sunday by winning a record-breaking seventh ATP Finals, has no plans to slow down

2023-11-20T18:01:26.363492+00:00 IST

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PT Usha on India hosting Commonwealth Games 2030

IOA on Thursday confirmed that Commonwealth Sport awarded the 2030 CWG hosting rights to Ahmedabad.

2025-11-27T03:37:45.373514+00:00 IST

Bhaichung Bhutia on 25K marathon in Kolkata

The World's first World Athletics Gold Label Race, scheduled for December 21, will showcase some of the fastest Indian and International athletes alongside thousands of amateur runners on Kolkata's iconic Red Road.

2025-11-27T03:24:09.085281+00:00 IST

CGA President Ben Houston welcomes India as host of 2030 Games

Delivering the Games to Ahmedabad (also known as Amdavad, in the state of Gujarat), the confirmation of a host to follow Glasgow 2026 is a defining moment for the Movement that marks the culmination of a collaborative process that saw multiple bids from multiple continents, as per a release from Commonwealth Games Australia (CGA).

2025-11-27T03:12:56.731264+00:00 IST

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Delhi, Mizoram to clash in final of Swami Vivekananda U20 C'ship

It will be a battle of dominance and flair as Delhi and Mizoram will lock horns in the final of the Swami Vivekananda Men's U-20 National Football Championship after both sides cruised to emphatic 4-0 victories in their respective semi-finals at the Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Ground, on Sunday.

2025-05-26T16:39:07.759650+00:00 IST

AIFF announces Academy accreditation 2025-26 rules, regulations

The Academy Accreditation application window is now open, with the deadline set for June 10, 2025.

2025-05-26T16:36:56.237769+00:00 IST

'Long-term goal is to qualify for Asian Cup':Suresh Singh Wangjam

The Indian senior men's football team have been preparing for the upcoming June FIFA window at the National Centre of Excellence (NCE) in Kolkata. The camp is progressing as per schedule as the Blue Tigers gear up for a vital phase in their AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers campaign. India, currently ranked 127th in the FIFA rankings, will face Thailand in an international friendly on June 4 at the Thammasat Stadium in Pathum Thani. The fixture is seen as a crucial test ahead of India's Group C clash against Hong Kong in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers Final Round, scheduled for June 10. Speaking about the team's objectives, midfielder Suresh Singh Wangjam emphasized the importance of staying focused and taking one game at a time.

2025-05-25T19:41:18.201234+00:00 IST

Hockey

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Korea hold Japan to 5-5 draw in a thrilling encounter

The Asian Champions Trophy got off to a rollicking start here at the picturesque Moqi Hockey Training Base on Sunday, with Japan and Korea engaging in a goal-fest with 10 goals being scored in a thrilling encounter.

2024-09-08T17:09:53.837932+00:00 IST

Asian Champions Trophy: India kickstart title defence with win

Sukhjeet Singh (14'), Uttam Singh (27') and Abhishek (32') got on the scoresheet for India. Notably, Gurjot Singh made his debut for the Indian Men's Hockey Team in this match against China.

2024-09-08T12:32:56.887067+00:00 IST

Asian Champions Trophy: Malaysia hold Pakistan 2-2

After Korea held Japan in a 5-5 goalfest in the opening match of the day, a late surge by Malaysia saw them hold Pakistan to a 2-2 draw in a closely fought match in the Asian Champions Trophy in Moqi, China, on Sunday.

2024-09-08T11:25:35.412053+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Premier League: Man City slip to 2-1 loss against Newcastle

In the match that ended on late Saturday night, the multi-time Premier League champions conceded a goal by Harvey Barnes, his second, in the 70th minute, which proved to a match-winning strike.

2025-11-23T07:55:39.928326+00:00 IST

Cricket

Brendon McCullum reacts after eight-wicket loss at Perth

The opening Test between Australia and England ended in just two days, making it the shortest Test in the Ashes since 1921. The Ben Stokes-led England were in a good position at the start of Day 2, but ended on a losing note after Australian opener Travis Head played a match-winning 123.

2025-11-23T07:18:18.227240+00:00 IST

Others

India's Lakshya Sen wins Australian Open 2025

The Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen won USD 475,000 after winning the Australian Open Super 500 event in Sydney. The Indian star was at his very best during the final against his counterpart. Sen outplayed the 26-year-old Yushi Tanaka in a 38-minute contest.

2025-11-23T07:16:31.840720+00:00 IST

Cricket

Abu Dhabi T10: Northern Warriors, Quetta Qavalry secure wins

Coming off just one win from their opening three matches, the Warriors needed a lift, and their top order delivered it on Saturday.

2025-11-23T06:54:01.477487+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ashwin slams England's "reckless" batting in 1st Ashes Test

England's much-hyped 'Bazball' received perhaps the biggest jolt of its existence. Designed and brought into by the team for years leading up to the away Ashes series and a ray of positivity, intent that could help England secure their first series win in Australia since 2011, it was a complete failure execution wise, with England experiencing batting collapses across both their innings and nobody sticking around for more than 61 balls, the highest played by Harry Brook in first innings.

2025-11-23T06:52:01.620822+00:00 IST

Cricket

"Ranking that above mine": Gilchrist places Head' Perth masterclass over his own record-breaking Ashes ton from 2006

While England's 'Bazball' approach was a massive failure across both the innings, the left-handed opener made things even worse for the visitors, giving them a taste of their own medicine as his fiery 83-ball 123 helped the Aussies chase down 205 runs without breaking a sweat on the second day of the Test at the Perth's Optus Stadium.

2025-11-23T06:49:22.455594+00:00 IST

Cricket

IND vs SA: Muthusamy-Verreyne play out wicketless session

At the end of the session's play, SA was 316/6, with Muthusamy (56*) and Verreynne (38*) unbeaten.

2025-11-23T06:28:54.746396+00:00 IST

Cricket

"In November, Travis Head cooks": Ashwin on southpaw's Perth ton

The month of November and another Travis masterclass. Living up to internet memes about him bashing teams with blue jerseys, most notably India and England, the left-hander saw blue and piled up a 69-ball century, the second-fastest in Ashes history to help Australia chase down an easy target of 205 runs on the second day of the Ashes opener at Perth's Optus Stadium. Even without the presence of their frontline pacers, Josh Hazlewood and skipper Pat Cummins, Australia managed to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match series, with the Three Lions failing at their best chance to take a series lead.

2025-11-23T04:58:06.760220+00:00 IST

Hockey

Sports Development Authority on Madurai hosting Junior Hockey WC

As Tamil Nadu prepares to host the Junior Men's Hockey World Cup, the TN government on Saturday inaugurated the Madurai International Hockey Stadium, a newly built world-class facility at the Race Course Complex. The arena was built to Olympic standards and features top-class infrastructure, aiming to advance hockey development in South India.

2025-11-23T04:46:06.528491+00:00 IST

Hockey

India to start Sultan Azlan Shah Cup campaign against South Korea

The tournament is organised by the Malaysian Hockey Confederation (MHC), sanctioned by the International Hockey Federation (FIH), and was held for the first time in 1983. It is a consistent fixture of the hockey calendar and an invitational tournament named after the former FIH executive board member Sultan Azlan Shah.

2025-11-23T04:29:42.353980+00:00 IST

Tennis

Davis Cup: Spain secures spot in final against Italy

On Saturday, Spain, the six-time Davis Cup champions, handed Germany, the three-time champions of what is considered the men's World Cup of tennis, a defeat to reach their title clash against Italy in Bologna, scheduled for Sunday.

2025-11-23T04:11:31.396564+00:00 IST

Cricket

Sahibzada owns most T20 sixes by Pakistan batter in a year

In Pakistan's seven-wicket win on Saturday, Farhan played an unbeaten, explosive knock of 80 in 45 balls, with six fours and five sixes, with his runs coming at a strike rate of 177.77.

2025-11-23T03:40:10.700652+00:00 IST

Cricket

Message to young girls is to keep dreaming big: Deepti Sharma

In the summit clash, Deepti first anchored India's innings with a composed 58 off 58 balls, providing stability at a crucial stage

2025-11-22T18:13:32.315819+00:00 IST

Cricket

Crucial not to take any baggage from result of first Test: Ben Stokes

England captain Ben Stokes has said that his team would not take baggage from the defeat in the first Test in Perth, which the team lost within two days due to some exceptional performance by Australian batters.

2025-11-22T18:08:28.194756+00:00 IST