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"History could repeat itself": Sammy's trip down to 2016 ahead of high-stakes IND-WI T20 WC clash

The memories of 2016 could come haunting back the Indian side, while for the West Indies, they would truly want that the '2026 is the new 2016' trend actually turns into a reality for them. A decade back during the 2016 T20 World Cup semifinal against India in front of a packed Wankhede Stadium, the ferocious knocks of Lendl Simmons, Johnson Charles and Andre Russell managed to outshine the genius of Virat Kohli in his prime, chasing down 193. During the title clash against England, Carlos Braithwaite sent four Ben Stokes deliveries into the night skies of Kolkata, sealing WI's second T20 World Cup win. While for the visitors, the 2016 tournament will serve as a fuel to revive WI's fortunes in world cricket, the fans of Men in Blue would count on their fiery batting line-up to avenge the heartbreak West Indies inflicted on them a decade back.

2026-02-28T19:44:10.324936+00:00 IST

Salman Agha after his side's journey ends in T20 WC

Pakistan won the game by 5 runs and finished tied with the Blackcaps on three points, but a better Net Run Rate sees the Kiwis advance to the semi-finals.

2026-02-28T18:39:36.300090+00:00 IST

ISL: Mohun Bagan SG put five past Mohammedan Sporting

The Mariners moved provisionally to the top of the table with nine points, edging ahead of Jamshedpur FC on goal difference, while Mohammedan SC moved to the bottom without a point. Robson Azevedo was adjudged the Player of the Match.

2026-02-28T18:22:33.929242+00:00 IST

Sunrisers Hyderabad reveal new jersey ahead of IPL 2026

In their previous season, SRH finished at sixth spot with six wins, seven losses and 13 points.

2026-02-28T18:01:49.666204+00:00 IST

T20WC: Pakistan fail to seal semis spot despite 5 run win over SL

With this loss, Sri Lanka, who had a fine group stage with three wins and a loss, ended their Super Eight stage without a win. On the other hand, even though Pakistan won, they could not restrict Sri Lanka to 147 or fewer runs, thus unable to climb over New Zealand's net-run-rate and failing to seal their semifinal spot. The first semifinal between New Zealand and 2024 T20 WC runners-up South Africa for March 4 has been sealed and will take place at Kolkata's Eden Gardens.

2026-02-28T17:54:36.023623+00:00 IST

BCCI president Mithun Manhas hails J-K's Ranji Trophy triumph

Jammu and Kashmir ended their 67-year wait, defeating the powerhouse Karnataka in the Ranji Trophy final on Saturday in Hubballi.

2026-02-28T17:53:18.911868+00:00 IST

Amit Shah lauds J-K's historic Ranji Trophy triumph

Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauded the Jammu and Kashmir team after their historic Ranji Trophy triumph on Saturday.

2026-02-28T17:43:01.386987+00:00 IST

Cricket

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Dhoni makes hilarious remark on Gambhir's "smile" after T20WC win

History was made at Ahmedabad as India became the first team to secure three T20 World Cup titles, defend the title successfully and lift the title at their home, beating New Zealand by 96 runs. Dhoni, in his post, also hailed the final's 'Player of the Match' Jasprit Bumrah as a 'Champion bowler'.

2026-03-08T20:46:45.871699+00:00 IST

Rohit Sharma congratulates Team India after T20WC triumph

Former India captain Rohit Sharma congratulated the India national cricket team after their triumph in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, praising the collective effort of the squad.

2026-03-08T20:02:43.410521+00:00 IST

Cricket fraternity hails India's third T20WC triumph

It was another dominant performance for Team India as top-order exploits from Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan and brilliant spells from Axar Patel and Jasprit Bumrah helped Team India become the first home nation to win the T20 World Cup title, beating New Zealand by 96 runs at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium, at the same venue where India had lost the ICC Cricket World Cup title in 2023 after a 10-match dominant run.

2026-03-08T19:43:52.138926+00:00 IST

Tennis

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"It would be fun": Sinner on playing doubles with Alcaraz

"I think it would be fun to share the court in a different way, at least once," Sinner said as quoted by Olympics.com. "Maybe this year or next year -- why not? It could happen," he added.

2026-01-09T18:04:35.626899+00:00 IST

Dhakshineswar Suresh and Manas Dhamne march into quarter-finals

Indian tennis stars had a mixed day at the 10th Bengaluru Open as Dhakshineswar Suresh and Manas Dhamne advanced to the Quarter-Finals with hard-fought three-set victories, while former champion Sumit Nagal exited after a gruelling battle against second seed Harold Mayot

2026-01-07T17:00:48.152925+00:00 IST

Suresh powers into the Round of 16 at Bengaluru Open

The six-foot-six-inch-tall Indian was in complete control throughout the contest at the S M Krishna Tennis Stadium here, anchoring his performance around a dominant first serve that produced 20 aces, allowing him to dictate terms from the outset, as per a release.

2026-01-06T17:07:18.704235+00:00 IST

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Army successfully defends Khelo India Winter Games team title

The closing ceremony of KIWG 2026, hosted by the Jammu & Kashmir Sports Council and managed by the Sports Authority of India will be held on Thursday at the Golf Course here. The first leg of KIWG 2026 was held in Ladakh from January 20-26, as per a press release from SAI Media.

2026-02-25T16:54:42.750253+00:00 IST

Positive opening day for India at Dutch Junior International 2026

Dev Ruparelia registered a straight-games victory over Rokas Lesinskas of Lithuania, winning 21-15, 21-18 in a 29-minute contest.

2026-02-25T16:25:41.314849+00:00 IST

Haryana, Uttar Pradesh Shine on Day 2 of Kabaddi Nationals

The second day of the 72nd Senior Nationals Men's Kabaddi Championship 2026 at the Sama Indoor Complex in Vadodara featured another round of dominant victories and close contests as teams across Pools intensified the battle for knockout qualification.

2026-02-25T16:22:37.026830+00:00 IST

Football

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India U17 men's team to play two friendly matches against Turkey

The India U17 men's team will play two friendly matches against Turkey in Antalya, on February 10 and 12, 2026. Blue Colts head coach Bibiano Fernandes has named a 24-member travelling squad for the games, according to an AIFF release.

2026-02-09T09:36:58.168075+00:00 IST

Manchester City defeat Liverpool 2-1 in Premier League fixture

Erling Haaland scored a dramatic late penalty as Manchester City claimed a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory over Liverpool at Anfield.

2026-02-09T03:07:25.750465+00:00 IST

India go down to FK Csikszereda Miercurea Ciuc 0-1 in friendly

The senior Indian women's national team suffered a 0-1 defeat at the hands of FK Csikszereda Miercurea Ciuc at the Fanatic Tour Serik Sport Center, in Antalya, Turkey, on Saturday. The Romanian club scored in the 12th minute, as per an AIFF release.

2026-02-08T04:24:06.585186+00:00 IST

Hockey

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HIL: Defending champions Shrachi Bengal Tigers start with win

For the Tigers, Sukhjeet Singh (33'), Abhishek (45') and Gursewak Singh (60'), while a lone goal was scored by Prabhjot Singh (54') for Soorma, as per a Hockey India press release.

2026-01-04T15:27:14.680456+00:00 IST

SG Pipers’ KY Williott highlights team's preparations

SG Pipers vice-captain KY Willott shared insights on the team's preparations for the Hockey India League (HIL) 2026 season, while captain Jarmanpreet Singh emphasised that the HIL offers young Indian hockey players valuable experience by playing alongside overseas talent.

2026-01-04T14:13:29.053926+00:00 IST

Shrachi Bengal Tigers prevail 1-0 against hosts Ranchi Royals

With a disciplined and determined performance, Shrachi Bengal Tigers secured a 1-0 victory against Ranchi Royals in match number eight of the Women's Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 at Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium on Sunday. Agustina Gorzelany (37') scored the decisive goal of the game to help her side register three points and move to second place on the points table

2026-01-04T13:56:09.928082+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Manhas optimistic that J&K star Aquib Nabi will get India call-up

Another big occasion and another Aquib masterclass, a five-wicket haul that broke the back of a star-studded Karnataka line-up featuring stars like KL Rahul, Karun Nair and Devdutt Padikkal on a batting-friendly pitch was once again at centre as J&K secured their maiden Ranji Trophy title after their final ended in a draw on the basis of the first innings lead. He ended the season with 60 wickets in 10 matches at an average of 12.56, including two four-fers and seven five-wicket hauls and best figures of 7/24. Besides this, he also contributed 245 runs with the bat.

2026-02-28T17:33:25.648870+00:00 IST

Football

IFL: Dempo host Real Kashmir; Shillong Lajong face Rajasthan Utd

The first match will see the most successful club in the league, Dempo SC, host Real Kashmir FC at the PJN Stadium in Fatorda, Goa (16:00 IST). Later in the evening, Shillong Lajong FC will take on Rajasthan United FC at the SSA Stadium in Shillong (18:30 IST).

2026-02-28T17:07:16.071254+00:00 IST

Others

Inter Kashi triumph over Kerala Blasters to script maiden ISL win

The visitors climbed provisionally to sixth in the standings with five points, while Kerala Blasters were left searching for consistency in the early phase of the campaign. Alfred Planas was adjudged the Player of the Match, as per a press release from ISL.

2026-02-28T17:04:35.898019+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ganguly ahead of India vs West Indies T20 WC Super 8 clash

Former Indian skipper and Bengal Cricket Association president Sourav Ganguly believes that the India vs West Indies fixture in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup will be a great game, given the good ground and facilities at Eden Gardens.

2026-02-28T16:57:45.306110+00:00 IST

Cricket

Walsh looking forward to T20WC virtual QF between India-WI

India will take on the West Indies at Kolkata's Eden Gardens for the spot of second semifinalist from group one in the Super Eight. With South Africa having earned their spot already, the winner of this clash will get to play England in the second semifinal taking place at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on March 5. The clash is a repeat of an iconic semifinal between both sides during the 2016 ICC T20 World Cup at Wankhede, where, despite Virat Kohli's scintillating 89* in 47 balls, WI chased down 193 set by Men in Blue with quickfire fifties from Johnson Charles, Lendl Simmons and a power-packed 20-ball 43* from star all-rounder Andre Russell, giving Team India one of its biggest cricketing heartbreaks.

2026-02-28T16:34:56.850356+00:00 IST

Cricket

Devajit Saikia credits Jay Shah for transforming J&K's cricket

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Devajit Saikia has highly praised his predecessor and current International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah for transforming Jammu and Kashmir cricket after J&K won their maiden Ranji Trophy title on Saturday, defeating Karnataka.

2026-02-28T16:23:23.814022+00:00 IST

Cricket

Doeschate admits team has "other strategies" to use spinner Varun

Varun has been India's top wicket-taker in the tournament so far, with 11 wickets in six matches at an average of 13.09 and an economy rate of 7.20 and overall the third-highest wicket-taker. However, he went for 47 runs, taking one wicket in four overs against South Africa and had another underwhelming outing of 1/35 in four overs against Zimbabwe, at an economy rate of above 8.75.

2026-02-28T16:10:22.328367+00:00 IST

Others

MahaOpen ATP Challenger: Felix, Cina reach men's singles final

The prestigious tournament is being organised by the Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA) in association with the Department of Sports and Youth Services, Government of Maharashtra, PCMC, PMC and PMDTA, and is sponsored by the Pune Metropolitan Regional Development Authority (PMRDA), as per a press release.

2026-02-28T16:02:25.656006+00:00 IST

Cricket

Sahibzada overtakes Virat for most runs in single T20WC edition

Just when Pakistan needed it the most, Sahibzada came in clutch with a brilliant 100 in 60 balls, with nine fours and five sixes. His runs came at a strike rate of over 166.

2026-02-28T15:39:55.347574+00:00 IST

Cricket

Doeschate: India to fight "fire with fire" against West Indies

Team India will be taking on West Indies in a virtual knockout clash at Eden Gardens for the second-semifinal spot in the T20 World Cup from their Super Eight group. South Africa has already qualified for the semifinals from their group. Either West Indies or India will get to play two-time champions England in a high-octane clash in front of a passionate Mumbai crowd at Wankhede Stadium.

2026-02-28T15:36:09.795624+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ryan speaks on Tilak's batting spot during must-win IND-WI clash

Team India will be facing West Indies in a must-win encounter at Kolkata's iconic Eden Gardens venue on Sunday. South Africa has already made it to the semifinals by winning both of their Super Eight clashes so far and will be playing their third against Zimbabwe tomorrow. The winner of the IND-WI clash will get the second spot in the semifinals from Group 1, to play against England at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium.

2026-02-28T15:14:08.899792+00:00 IST

Cricket

ICC activates contingency plans

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is closely monitoring the evolving situation in the Middle East and has activated comprehensive contingency plans to safeguard the travel, logistics and well-being of all stakeholders associated with the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, currently underway in India and Sri Lanka.

2026-02-28T15:03:58.181300+00:00 IST

Cricket

Anjum Chopra speaks on Indian batting line-up

Former Indian cricketer Anjum Chopra assessed the batting of Indian team 'very good' and feels that at every opportunity, a player stands up and makes runs in the ongoing T20 World Cup.

2026-02-28T14:55:40.208104+00:00 IST

Cricket

"He has planned to join us...": Doeschate on Rinku's availability

Rinku Singh's father, Khanchand Singh, passed away at a hospital in Greater Noida and was cremated on Friday in Aligarh with a large number of people paying their tributes.

2026-02-28T14:54:33.442519+00:00 IST