Sports

Harmanpreet reveals "Sachin sir called" ahead of World Cup final

Harmanpreet-led Team India finally enjoyed its first moment of glory across both T20I and ODI formats, capturing their first-ever 50-over crown after beating South Africa by 52 runs in the final in front of a jam-packed DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.

2025-11-07T15:09:06.028771+00:00 IST

Charani, Kranti, Richa, Amanjot receive warm welcome

At Navi Mumbai's DY Patil Stadium, India successfully defended a 299-run target to trounce South Africa and lift the maiden Women's World Cup trophy with a 52-run win on Sunday (November 2).

2025-11-07T15:06:05.332956+00:00 IST

ISSF Rifle/Pistol World C'ship Cairo: 15 Indians in action

The women's and men's 10m air rifle finals, will no doubt be the showstoppers being popular Olympic events, with the non-Olympic 50m pistol event also giving out two gold medals on day one. A total of 720 athletes from 71 member federations will compete at Cairo's Olympic Shooting Range over 10 competition days, making it a regular venue in the international shooting calendar over the past few years, as per a press release from the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI).

2025-11-07T14:38:03.488910+00:00 IST

Lanning backs 22-year-old hitter as Healy's successor in ODIs

Australia lost to India in a high-scoring semifinal, where a classic knock from Jemimah Rodrigues helped India knock off a record-breaking 339 runs.

2025-11-07T14:34:41.785781+00:00 IST

Ajeetesh Sandhu makes the cut at Moutai Singapore Open

Sandhu had a fast start as he started from the back 9 of the course today and picked up three birdies in his first nine holes. He, however, failed to pick up further pace on his back nine, finishing T50 at the halfway mark in the 2 million USD event, as per a press release.

2025-11-07T14:30:06.981966+00:00 IST

Australian batter Jake Weatherald after Ashes call-up

Australia has announced its team for the first Test of the 2025-26 Ashes series against England, which is scheduled to start on November 21. Weatherald's inclusion was the biggest surprise as chief selector George Bailey announced the squad on Wednesday.

2025-11-07T14:26:54.158166+00:00 IST

Shastri names pacer he expected to be in 1st Ashes Test squad

The squad for the first Ashes Test was announced two days back, and the former Indian coach was expecting Bartlett to make it to the Test squad following a good run of form in limited-overs cricket. However, it did not turn out to be the case.

2025-11-07T14:22:42.080870+00:00 IST

Cricket

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Three Indians included in ICC U19 WC 2026 Team of the Tournament

The International Cricket Council (ICC) unveiled the Team of the Tournament for the recently-concluded ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup 2026. Three players from India's U19 World Cup-winning team--Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Kanishk Chouhan, and Henil Patel--have been selected, as per the ICC website.

2026-02-08T06:12:32.615242+00:00 IST

Shanaka eyes strong start at T20 WC after series loss vs England

Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaks, ahead of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign opener against Ireland, said despite a recent 0-3 loss against England, the team is focused on performing well in the T20 World Cup at home.

2026-02-08T06:00:01.256556+00:00 IST

Will Jacks hails India as “team to beat” in T20 WC 2026

England all-rounder Will Jacks labelled Team India as the team to beat in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. The Englishman also expressed confidence ahead of England's T20 WC 2026 campaign opener against Nepal on Sunday at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

2026-02-08T04:15:08.199961+00:00 IST

Tennis

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US Open: Alcaraz storms into semi-finals to clash with Medvedev

“I’m very, very comfortable playing in this court, playing here in New York. I am showing my best level here. Last year was very tough since the fourth round I played five sets [to get to the final]. Here I’ve played just one match that has gone to four sets. I feel great physically and I’m ready to play a great battle with Medvedev in the semi-finals,” Alcaraz said as cited by ATP's official website.

2023-09-07T05:31:17.377782+00:00 IST

US Open: Rohan Bopanna-Matthew Ebden advance to semi-finals

The Indo-Australian pair, seeded sixth in the competition, defeated the American duo of Jackson Withrow and Nathaniel Lammons 7-6 (12-10), 6-1 in a quarter-final match that lasted one hour and 30 minutes at the Flushing Meadows

2023-09-07T04:09:31.705788+00:00 IST

US Open: Madison Keys cruises into US Open semifinal

World No.17 Madison Keys cruised into her third US Open semifinal after defeating No.9 and Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova 6-1, 6-4 in the quarterfinals on Thursday.

2023-09-07T03:26:05.009840+00:00 IST

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World Aquatics Discover Water Country leads’ Training Course Asia

This initiative represents a collaborative effort between World Aquatics and the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS), aimed at strengthening aquatic sports development across Asia through knowledge sharing, leadership training, and capacity building among aquatic sports administrators, coaches, and technical experts, as per a release from IIS.

2025-11-14T14:57:06.635702+00:00 IST

Indian Pickleball Nationals 2025 off to roaring start

Day 1 of the Indian Pickleball Nationals 2025 delivered electrifying action across age groups, setting a dynamic tone for the championship. Karnataka opened strongly on home turf, securing commanding wins in both the 30+ Men's and 30+ Women's Team Finals.

2025-11-14T14:10:30.578725+00:00 IST

Esha nails maiden individual world championship medal with bronze

Esha's effort came as India wrapped up engagements in the 10 Olympic events on schedule at the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Championship Rifle/Pistol, Cairo 2025, with a historic haul of one gold, four silver and two bronze medals. Overall, India lie third on the table with three gold, five silver and four bronze medals, behind leaders China with 10 gold medals and Korea, who are second with six gold medals

2025-11-14T13:25:10.171177+00:00 IST

Football

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Odisha inaugurates Khelo India Centers in every district

In a significant step towards strengthening grassroots sports infrastructure, Khelo India Centers have been inaugurated across all districts of Odisha under the joint support of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, and the State Sports and Youth Services Department. The initiative, launched under the guidance of Hon'ble Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, aims to develop world-class sports infrastructure and nurture young talent across the state.

2025-04-20T09:37:46.583754+00:00 IST

Kalinga Super Cup set to kick off in Bhubaneswar

The stage is set for the fifth edition of the Kalinga Super Cup, kicking off this Sunday in Bhubaneswar. Since its inception in 2018, the tournament has grown into India's premier domestic knockout football competition. This year's edition carries added significance, with a coveted spot in the AFC Champions League 2 Preliminary Round on the line, according to the official website of ISL.

2025-04-20T08:55:44.714689+00:00 IST

Punjab FC announces squad for Kalinga Super Cup

Punjab have a better head-to-head record against Odisha FC this season, winning one and drawing the other. In the first meeting, they edged past Odisha 2-1, thanks to goals from Nihal Sudeesh and Leon Augustine. In the reverse fixture, the game ended 1-1, with Petros Giakoumakis scoring the goal

2025-04-20T08:50:14.539962+00:00 IST

Hockey

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Odisha, Jharkhand secure men's, women's titles in Junior East Zon

Hockey Jharkhand beat Hockey Bengal by 1-1 (4 - 3 penalty shootout) in the women's category final, and the Hockey Association of Odisha defeated Manipur Hockey 0-00 (4 - 3 shootout) to finish third.

2024-07-21T15:42:23.606975+00:00 IST

Indian men's hockey team reaches Paris for Olympics 2024

The official X handle of Hockey India shared the news with the fans, marking the beginning of India's Olympic dreams and men's hockey's first gold medal since 1980.

2024-07-20T17:04:51.706521+00:00 IST

HI Sub-Jr North Zone C'ship: Chandigarh draws with Uttarakhand

The sixth day of the 2nd Hockey India Sub Junior Men North Zone Championship 2024 saw Hockey Chandigarh playing out a 1-1 draw against Hockey Uttarakhand in the Men's category at Major Dhyan Chand Hockey Stadium in Jhansi

2024-07-20T16:38:46.875554+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Bumrah 1 T20I wicket away from making all-format history for Ind

The final T20I between Australia and India will take place at Brisbane on Saturday, with India leading the series 1-1. So far in the T20I series, Bumrah has taken three wickets in three matches at an average of 26.33, with best figures of 2/26 and economy rate of 6.58.

2025-11-07T14:00:26.307541+00:00 IST

Cricket

AP govt announces rewards for WC winning spinner Shree Charani

"A star daughter of Andhra Pradesh, our very own Kadapa girl and World Cup champion, Ms. Shree Charani made an invaluable contribution to India's Women's Cricket World Cup victory. She reflects the spirit of Telugu daughters - their strength, determination, and limitless potential. Rising from humble beginnings, she has worked tirelessly to achieve excellence in cricket, proudly representing both our state and our nation. I wish her the very best in all her future winning spins. Proud of you, Amma!," CM Naidu posted on X.

2025-11-07T13:11:42.407770+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ind A vs SA A: Fine performances from pacers put hosts in front

At the end of day 2, India A was 78/3, with KL Rahul (26*) and Kuldeep Yadav (0*) unbeaten.

2025-11-07T13:07:52.958198+00:00 IST

Cricket

Women’s CWC India 2025 final attracted 185 million viewers

Team India created history at the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup India 2025, lifting their first-ever ICC Women's World Cup trophy on Sunday.

2025-11-07T12:43:46.994145+00:00 IST

Others

World Premier Squash, a team-based event, set for August 2026

The announcement of the league's creation was made by League Sports Co (LSC) on Thursday. WPS introduces a team-first format centred on athletic excellence, gender balance, and new scoring formats designed to enhance fan experience.

2025-11-07T11:31:07.021843+00:00 IST

Others

Goa set to host landmark fifth edition of IRONMAN 70.3

The spirit of endurance returns to India's coastal paradise as the fifth edition of IRONMAN 70.3 Goa, India, gets underway on November 9, drawing close to 1,300 participants from 31 countries.

2025-11-07T11:23:22.262951+00:00 IST

Hockey

Hockey has given India pride of place in Olympics, says Mandaviya

The landmark occasion was graced by Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, Minister of Parliamentary and Minority Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru Udhayanidhi Stalin, Minister of Sports and Youth Services, Odisha, Suryabanshi Suraj, President, FIH, Dato Tayyab Ikram, along with other dignitaries, hockey legends, and members of the national teams, as per a Hockey India press release.

2025-11-07T11:08:34.117592+00:00 IST

Others

Army Marksmanship Unit, Mhow signs MoU with RF

The Army Marksmanship Unit (AMU), Mhow, the elite shooting training establishment under the Indian Army's Mission Olympics Wing, has signed its first-ever corporate partnership for sports development with Reliance Foundation (RF).

2025-11-07T11:03:31.117202+00:00 IST

Cricket

India defeat Pakistan by 2 runs in Hong Kong Sixes 2025

The Hong Kong Sixes 2025 continued to deliver high-octane cricket at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground on Friday, with India edging out Pakistan by two runs in a rain-affected Pool C clash decided by the DLS method.

2025-11-07T10:43:03.207491+00:00 IST

Cricket

World Cup champion Kranti Goud meets MP CM Mohan Yadav

World Cup champion Kranti Goud, after meeting MP CM Mohan Yadav, said it was a moment of pride for her and the people of the state, celebrating India's success as both host and champion of the ICC Women's World Cup 2025.

2025-11-07T10:09:45.661735+00:00 IST

Cricket

Devendra Fadnavis celebrates Women’s World Cup glory

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis hailed India's ICC Women's World Cup 2025 victory, calling it a historic moment for the nation and praising the team for "bringing the World Cup home."

2025-11-07T09:26:17.229257+00:00 IST

Cricket

Amanjot reveals PM’s light-hearted remark on World Cup catches

After India's World Cup triumph, Amanjot Kaur shared a heartwarming moment from the team's meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, revealing his witty take on the game-changing catches that sealed glory.

2025-11-07T08:56:21.491048+00:00 IST

Hockey

Philippe Goldberg joins Soorma Hockey Club as head coach

Soorma Hockey Club on Friday announced the appointment of Olympian Philippe Goldberg of Belgium as the new Head Coach of the Men's Team ahead of Hockey India League Season 2. Joining him in the revamped coaching setup is Olympian Ignacio Ricardo Bergner of Argentina, who takes on the role of Analytical Coach.

2025-11-07T07:29:00.192466+00:00 IST

Cricket

Women’s Cricket has grown tremendously after WPL: Shahbaz Nadeem

Speaking with ANI, the left-arm spinner said, "India's victory is huge because it's the first time our women's cricket team has won the World Cup. If you look at how women's cricket has evolved over the last five years, especially after the introduction of the WPL, it has grown tremendously in India."

2025-11-07T07:14:21.199553+00:00 IST