Sports

England delays announcing final playing 11 ahead of Ashes opener

England have delayed naming their final playing 11 for the Ashes opener in Perth, keeping the decision on whether to include a spinner until Friday morning.

2025-11-20T12:57:59.584114+00:00 IST

East Bengal beaten by defending champions Wuhan Jiangda

Wang Shuang's first-half brace steered defending champions Wuhan Jiangda Women's FC of China to a 2-0 win over East Bengal FC in their AFC Women's Champions League 2025-26 Group B tie on Thursday.

2025-11-20T11:48:57.566658+00:00 IST

Kuldeep Yadav shares his perspective as a attacking bowler

India's veteran spinner Kuldeep Yadav, ahead of the second Test against South Africa is set to be played in Guwahati from Saturday, shared his perspective as an attacking bowler.

2025-11-20T11:22:34.643225+00:00 IST

Sudharsan welcomes tea-before-lunch timing for Guwahati Test

India batter Sai Sudharsan said he has no issues with the unusual tea-before-lunch schedule for the upcoming Guwahati Test against South Africa. With the match starting 30 minutes early due to the region's early sunrise and sunset, he said the change feels new but enjoyable and something players will quickly get used to.

2025-11-20T11:20:08.622814+00:00 IST

Mushfiqur Rahim joins elite centurion club in 100th Test

Bangladesh's seasoned campaigner Mushfiqur Rahim joined an elite group of batters to have scored a century in their 100th Test match. He became the first-ever Bangladesh player to cross the milestone of playing 100 Test matches.

2025-11-20T10:49:52.915224+00:00 IST

Shubman Gill to miss IND vs SA 2nd Test in Guwahati

Indian captain Shubman Gill is set to miss the second India vs South Africa Test, scheduled to take place in Guwahati from November 22. Vice captain Rishabh pant will stand in as the captain in Gill's absence.

2025-11-20T10:46:44.526597+00:00 IST

"These boys can be role models”: Amre on Dalhor, Umair’s rise in

Speaking about the pathway ISPL is creating, Head of the ISPL Selection Committee and former India cricketer Pravin Amre told ANI, "Well, I think these are important examples and they can be the role model and they can inspire others also, because always, it's important, like, whether you are a talent, but you need that break and I think that is what ISPL is providing. Like, they (Abhishek Dalhor and Irfan Umair) are considered for the league. I think that's a great thing and somebody is coming to the Mumbai squad. It is also a big achievement for the players and also, it's the achievement for ISPL."

2025-11-20T10:39:04.938083+00:00 IST

Cricket

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Ian Bell appointed as Delhi Capitals assistant coach

The official handle of the franchise made the announcement of Bell's appointment on their official X handle.

2026-02-10T15:48:33.355829+00:00 IST

“Bumrah's feeling a lot better, he’s moving well”: Doeschate

Reflecting on India's recent win over the USA, Doeschate praised Suryakumar Yadav's match-winning performance. "Thankfully, our captain came good. He's had an indifferent time over the past year, but that's why he's surrounded by good people. His leadership and consistency are evident in the way he played and rescued the team last week."

2026-02-10T15:41:09.177105+00:00 IST

Sachin Tendulkar invites PM Modi for his son Arjun’s wedding

The Mumbai Indians first picked Arjun in the IPL 2021 mini-auction for Rs 20 lakh, but he did not feature in any match that season. MI bought him again for Rs 30 lakh in the IPL 2022 mega-auction, and he made his long-awaited IPL debut in 2023, taking three wickets in four games. Ahead of IPL 2024, Hardik Pandya replaced Rohit Sharma as MI captain, and Arjun appeared in only one match that season.

2026-02-10T15:12:49.938760+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Djokovic-Kecmanovic headline blockbuster Paris doubles draw

Novak Djokovic and Miomir Kecmanovic will take on Jannik Sinner and Stan Wawrinka in a blockbuster first-round doubles match at the Paris Masters.

2023-10-30T14:09:09.708716+00:00 IST

ITF Davangere Open: Chappell, Bobrav in title clash

In the semifinals played at the Davangere Tennis Association Courts here on Saturday, top seed Nick Chappell of the USA scored a convincing 6-3, 6-2 victory over India's Niki Kaliyanda Poonacha while second seed Bogdan Bobrav quelled a late challenge from last week's winner Ramkumar Ramanathan 6-4, 7-6 (4) to set up a title clash with his best pal on the current tour of India. Fourth seeds Siddhant Banthia and Vishnu Vardhan lifted the doubles title with a 6-2, 7-5 victory over the third-seeded pair of Sai Karteek Reddy Ganta and Manish Sureshkumar.

2023-10-28T14:25:55.327628+00:00 IST

ITF Davangere Open: Ramkumar, Chappell, Poonacha register wins

Unlike the disastrous Thursday, the fancied players took their appointed spot in the semifinals of the ITF Davangere Open Men's World Tennis Tour being played at the Davanagere Tennis Association, thus promising some exciting action in the semifinals slated for Saturday.

2023-10-28T10:43:58.249789+00:00 IST

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Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya hails athletes

The Khelo India University Games Rajasthan 2025 got off to colourful start at the iconic Sawai Mansingh Stadium here on Monday evening. This is the fifth edition of KIUG, held under the aegis of the Sports Authority of India in collaboration with the Rajasthan government, the State Sports Council, the Association of Indian Universities and with technical support from the national sports federations. Poornima University is the host University

2025-11-24T16:24:01.018278+00:00 IST

“Their victory will inspire countless youngsters...": PM Modi

"Their victory will inspire countless youngsters to pursue Kabaddi, dream bigger and aim higher," he remarked.

2025-11-24T16:00:55.921520+00:00 IST

WC: Wei Yi holds Sindarov with black in first game of final

Chinese GM Wei Yi played another solid game with black pieces to hold GM Javokhir Sindarov to a draw in the opening game of the FIDE World Cup 2025 final, while GM Andrey Esipenko defeated GM Nodirbek Yakubboev in the third-place match

2025-11-24T14:58:29.352582+00:00 IST

Football

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ISL 2024-25: Debutants who have stolen spotlight

Every Indian Super League (ISL) season brings a wave of emerging talent, and the 2024-25 campaign was no different. From marquee signings like Jamie Maclaren to unexpected breakout stars such as Alaaeddine Ajaraie, whose performances lit up the league, this season's debutants truly made their mark, as per the official website of ISL.

2025-05-18T05:10:18.942211+00:00 IST

Uttar Pradesh provisionally on top of Group C

Uttar Pradesh provisionally moved to the top of Group C in the Swami Vivekananda Men's U20 National Football Championship after they drew 2-2 with Sikkim at the Ramakrisha Mission Ashrama Ground. In the second match of the day, Manipur defeated Ladakh 4-1, as per the official website of AIFF.

2025-05-18T05:09:22.201391+00:00 IST

FA Cup final: Crystal Palace defy odds to lift first major title

Local boy Eberechi Eze's 16th-minute strike and a resilient defensive performance ended Crystal Palace's wait for silverware. With a famous FA Cup victory, the Eagles secured direct qualification for next season's Europa League. After missing out on their last two FA Cup finals in 1990 and 2016, the third time did the trick for Palace.

2025-05-17T18:25:05.424705+00:00 IST

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Odisha CM Mohan Majhi felicitates Indian hockey team

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday felicitated the Indian men's hockey team at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar for their bronze medal win at the Paris Olympics

2024-08-21T18:04:46.510148+00:00 IST

Odisha Government celebrates Olympic Hockey medalists

A grand celebration took place at Kalinga Stadium on Wednesday under the leadership of Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi.

2024-08-21T14:16:39.618172+00:00 IST

Indian hockey team holds roadshow in Bhubaneswar

After winning the bronze at the recently concluded Paris Olympics, the Indian men's hockey team held a roadshow on Wednesday in Bhubaneswar to celebrate their medal triumph at the Summer Games.

2024-08-21T12:06:05.599430+00:00 IST

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Boxer Jasmine Lamboria sets sights on final

Jasmine Lamboria said, "...Today was the semi-final match against Kazakhstan. It was a great experience in the ring... Next up is our final match in which we will all perform very well..."

2025-11-20T09:43:12.036965+00:00 IST

Cricket

Australia to field first indigenous duo in Test history

Australia will make history in the first Ashes Test at Perth as Brendan Doggett and Scott Boland become the first Indigenous duo to feature together in a Test 11. Doggett will make his debut alongside fellow debutant batter Jake Weatherald.

2025-11-20T09:15:40.901479+00:00 IST

Others

Vijayi Bharat Foundation’s women fencers clean sweep

Competing against some of the finest fencers from across the country, Vijayi Bharat Foundation (VBF)'s women fencers shone at the 36th National Fencing Championship in New Delhi, clinching gold medals in all three weapons, Mitva Chaudhary won the Epee title, Kanupriya secured gold in Foil, and Shreya Gupta won the Women's Sabre event

2025-11-20T09:13:41.709590+00:00 IST

Others

Jaipur Polo Team secures a thrilling 8–7 win over Kanota Polo

The Jaipur Polo Team began their Kashmir Challenge Cup campaign with a hard-fought 8-7 victory against Kanota Polo in a closely contested match today. Lance Watson delivered a strong performance, scoring four goals, while HH Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh of Jaipur also scored four goals, helping Jaipur stay ahead in key moments

2025-11-20T08:48:07.802370+00:00 IST

Cricket

Four young talents selected for U-19 Asia Cup Qualifier squad; MS

Indo-Sharjah cricket received a major boost as four young prospects from MSYTCA and CricketAAA's structured development pathway earned selection for the upcoming 2025 ACC Men's U-19 Premier Cup, to be held in the UAE from November 19 to 29

2025-11-20T08:47:18.951254+00:00 IST

Cricket

Steve Smith confirms dual debutants for Ashes opener in Perth

Jake Weatherald and Brendan Doggett are set to make their Australia debuts in the first Ashes Test at the Perth Stadium, with Beau Webster missing out on a spot in the playing XI, confirmed Steve Smith

2025-11-20T08:13:37.431062+00:00 IST

Cricket

Pro10 League launches January 2026 across Thailand, Bulgaria

In a significant development for cricket around the world, Pro10, spearheaded by cricket legend Ravi Shastri and sports entrepreneur Neeraj Sareen, today announced its groundbreaking international launch bringing professional T10 cricket to Southeast Asia and Europe

2025-11-20T05:38:43.060007+00:00 IST

Cricket

Former Australia captain makes key predictions for upcoming Ashes

Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting has delivered his predictions on the upcoming Ashes series, offering his thoughts on the key players for Australia and England and his predicted series scoreline

2025-11-20T04:16:04.548073+00:00 IST

Cricket

Vista Riders defend 109 as Ashraf shuts out Royal Champs

The second encounter of the day at the 2025 Abu Dhabi T10 saw the Vista Riders seal a 9-run win over the Royal Champs at the Zayed Cricket Stadium. Vista Riders posted 109/7 thanks to impactful cameos from Ben McDermott (31 off 16) and Dwaine Pretorius (31 off 12), after an early wobble triggered by Haider Razzaq's three-wicket burst

2025-11-20T04:02:21.822237+00:00 IST

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"Especially happy in front of home crowd": Nikhat Zareen

Nikhat Zareen said, "I am very happy to win today's bout, especially in front of the home crowd. It was a memorable moment... This time I won my semi-final bout and entered the final. The final is tomorrow against China... I am looking forward to winning that bout and getting a gold medal for India..."

2025-11-20T03:15:30.324717+00:00 IST

Cricket

Uthappa suggest massive changes in IPL, calls for it to "evolve"

Uthappa was speaking on his Youtube Channel. The two-time IPL champion, once each with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) respectively, and the batter with 4,952 IPL runs in 205 matches, including a 660-run Orange Cap and trophy-winning season with KKR, expressed his views on how IPL should change with times.

2025-11-19T17:59:03.734288+00:00 IST

Cricket

Abu Dhabi T10: Northern Warriors, Deccan Gladiators secure wins

The Warriors posted 114/1, led by Johnson Charles' composed knock of 55* (34). The Stallions' chase began with intent through Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Avishka Fernando, but tight spells from Taskin Ahmed and a superb final over from Shahnawaz Dahani ensured the Warriors held their nerve.

2025-11-19T17:49:57.605676+00:00 IST

Cricket

Stokes "desperate" to be amongst "lucky few captains" to have series win in Australia for England

The series opener of the Ashes from Perth will kickstart a very special mission for Stokes. With England yet to win a Test in Australia since their 3-1 series there back in 2010/11, a series win will prove to the world the true potential and power of his 'Bazball' brand of cricket which his side champions with him and head coach Brendon McCullum at helm, with fearlessness, freedom, positivity, playing for the badge being some key traits of this style.

2025-11-19T17:39:32.548205+00:00 IST

Tennis

Federer elected to 2026 International Tennis Hall of Fame

The Beijing Olympic gold medalist and 20-time Grand Slam winning icon, with 103 ATP Tour-level titles, was selected in his first year of eligibility. His 24-year-old pro career came to an end in 2022, which saw him spend a record 310 weeks at the top of men's singles rankings, with 237 weeks successively, as per Olympics.com.

2025-11-19T17:14:33.930114+00:00 IST