Sports

"RCB faces a key decision....": Veda on team's retention dilemma

In the upcoming season of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026, franchises can retain a maximum of five players ahead of the mega auction, according to ESPNcricinfo. The deadline for announcing retentions has been set for November 5, which has been communicated to the teams. The auction window will be between November 25 and 29, according to ESPNcricinfo.

2025-11-05T14:39:35.631142+00:00 IST

High-stakes bidding, big signings mark UPKL season 2 auction

With 12 franchises and a total purse of Rs 1.70 crore, the event on Tuesday marked a new chapter in UPKL's journey to becoming India's most successful state-level league across any sports. The auction featured 500 players, including national players, emerging talent and young prospects.

2025-11-05T14:27:05.974646+00:00 IST

"When we won gold medal in 1975 WC....": BP Govinda

Reflecting on India's glorious history, a two-time World Cup medallist (runners-up in 1973 and winner of 1975 edition) and an Olympic medallist (1972 bronze medal), BP Govinda said, "It is a nice thing and a big achievement that we can celebrate such a glorious 100 years of Indian hockey. The journey started all the way back in 1928 with our first Olympic medal, and we are all very happy that Hockey India is making a celebration of this landmark of 100 years."

2025-11-05T14:25:22.392367+00:00 IST

Ravi Shastri extends birthday wishes to Virat Kohli

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri penned a heartfelt birthday wish for batting stalwart Virat Kohli, who turned 37 on Wednesday.

2025-11-05T14:17:53.109815+00:00 IST

"Have really loved watching Xavier...": Ex-Aussie pacer

Kasprowicz was addressing a press conference on the Gold Coast ahead of the fourth T20I between India and Australia, scheduled for Thursday.

2025-11-05T14:00:30.866432+00:00 IST

"Tough decisions with their overseas all-rounders":Mithali Raj

"Mumbai Indians have tough decisions with their overseas all-rounders. Nat Sciver-Brunt, Amelia Kerr, and Hayley Matthews are all match-winners," JioStar expert Mithali said on JioHotstar.

2025-11-05T13:53:39.883672+00:00 IST

Triathletes honoured as IRONMAN 70.3 Goa marks five years

With less than a week to go for the fifth edition of IRONMAN 70.3 Goa, India, on November 9, anticipation is high as athletes from across the country return to India's most iconic endurance race. Since its debut in 2019, the event has grown year after year, attracting both first-time triathletes and returning participants drawn by its scenic route and electric atmosphere, according to a release.

2025-11-05T13:42:41.619402+00:00 IST

Cricket

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T20 WC: England's Jos Buttler chases 4,000 T20I run mark

Buttler has a couple of big milestones to get as the 2022 T20 WC champions, England aim to start off their T20 World Cup on a high under the inspirational leadership of young captain Harry Brook, under whom they have not dropped a series so far.

2026-02-07T14:40:30.263205+00:00 IST

Holder, Shepherd get massive milestones as WI wins T20WC open

Holder achieved this feat during his side's ICC T20 World Cup opening clash against Scotland. During the match, he took 3/30 in 3.5 overs.

2026-02-07T14:07:26.613260+00:00 IST

No margin for error in World Cups, says Shai Hope

West Indies captain Shai Hope underlined the importance of starting strongly in major tournaments, saying there is no room for mistakes in World Cups, following his side's convincing win by 35 runs in their T20 World Cup opener against Scotland at the Eden Gardens on Saturday.

2026-02-07T14:06:16.110130+00:00 IST

Tennis

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US Open: Coco Gauff defeats Elise Mertens, moves to next round

Gauff's victory marks her second successful comeback of the competition

2023-09-02T17:16:52.560900+00:00 IST

US Open: Djokovic fights back, wins against Djere

World no. 2 Novak Djokovic sealed the match against Laslo Djere with a remarkable comeback in the third round of the US Open third round on Saturday

2023-09-02T16:32:34.758153+00:00 IST

US Open: Rohan Bopanna- Matthew Ebden reaches fourth round

Seeded sixth at the year’s fourth and final tennis Grand Slam, Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden took a little over an hour to beat the unseeded pairing of Roman Safiullin of Russia and Andrey Golubev of Kazakhstan 6-3, 6-3 in the second round

2023-09-02T03:09:33.545042+00:00 IST

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Los Angeles 2028 Olympics competition schedule unveiled

"With Olympic ticket registration opening in January of 2026, now is the time to start planning what events you want to attend, which sports are coming to your neighbourhood and the moments of history you don't want to miss," said LA28 Chief Executive Officer Reynold Hoover as quoted by Olympics.com.

2025-11-12T16:48:29.582445+00:00 IST

Ashi, Anjum fail to qualify for women's 50m rifle 3 positions

Ashi Chouksey and Anjum Moudgil missed out on a place in the finals of the women's 50m rifle 3 positions (3P) after finishing 15th and 17th in qualification at the ongoing ISSF World Championships in Cairo, Egypt.

2025-11-12T15:26:23.677686+00:00 IST

Arjun,Praggnanandhaa head to tiebreak in fourth round

GM Arjun Erigaisi and GM R Praggnanandhaa played out solid draws while P Harikrishna saved the day after finding himself in a difficult position to head into a tiebreak in the fourth round of the FIDE World Cup 2025 here on Wednesday

2025-11-12T15:02:39.998074+00:00 IST

Football

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AIFF formally submits bid to host AFC Asian Cup 2031

India's bid to bring the AFC Asian Cup 2031 to the subcontinent was recognised by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) in its Annual General Body meeting at the 35th AFC Congress in Kuala Lumpur

2025-04-12T16:01:32.914649+00:00 IST

ISL 2024-25 Final: Key battles to watch out for in MBSG vs BFC

As the excitement of the Indian Super League (ISL) reaches its pinnacle, fans are gearing up for a titanic clash in the final between two of the league's most iconic teams: Bengaluru FC and Mohun Bagan Super Giant.

2025-04-12T11:22:35.185182+00:00 IST

Extremely important to the Bayern side: Klinsmann praises Kane

Amid Harry Kane facing immense scrutiny, former Tottenham striker Jurgen Klinsmann highlighted the importance of the English striker to Bayern Munich, who currently sit in pole position of reclaiming the Bundesliga title and hanging barely in their quest of UEFA Champions League title.

2025-04-12T09:27:07.598632+00:00 IST

Hockey

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"When he came back from school...": Hockey VC Hardik's parents

As the Paris 2024 Olympics approaches, Hockey India's "Hockey Te Charcha, Familia" podcast offers an exclusive glimpse into the lives of Indian hockey players through the eyes of their families. In the latest episode, Varinderpreet Singh Rai and Sonia Gill, the proud parents of Indian Men's Hockey Team Vice Captain Hardik Singh, shared an intimate look into the 25-year-old midfielder's evolution from a fiery young athlete to an international hockey star and how he has made his family proud.

2024-07-17T11:31:38.278201+00:00 IST

HI Jr. South Zone C'ship: Karnataka, Telangana register wins

Day 5 of the second Hockey India Junior Women and Men South Zone Championship 2024, held in Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh saw Hockey Karnataka, Telangana Hockey and Hockey Andhra Pradesh clinch victories in their respective women's matches, while Telangana Hockey, Hockey Karnataka and Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu won their respective men's fixtures

2024-07-16T14:42:20.409171+00:00 IST

Sub-jr north zone: Haryana, Punjab, UP, Delhi register wins

The second day of the second Hockey India Sub Junior Men & Women North Zone Championship 2024 saw Hockey Haryana, Hockey Punjab and Uttar Pradesh Hockey clinching victories in the Women's category, while Delhi Hockey secured their win in the Men's category at Major Dhyan Chand Hockey Stadium, Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.

2024-07-16T14:01:44.934531+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Rovman Powell becomes West Indies' second- highest T201 run-gettt

Powell achieved this milestone during the Windies' first T20I against New Zealand at Auckland on Wednesday. During the match, he played a valuable cameo of 33 in 23 balls, with a four and two sixes. His runs came at a strike rate of 143.47.

2025-11-05T13:09:34.115910+00:00 IST

Cricket

India's squad for home South Africa Tests announced; Pant returns

The two-match Test series between India and ICC World Test Champions South Africa will commence on November 14, with the first Test at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The second Test will take place at ACA Stadium in Guwahati.

2025-11-05T13:05:06.756171+00:00 IST

Cricket

"Arrival of WPL improved Jemimah's game....": Reema Malhotra

Reema, who represented India in 64 international matches from 2003-13, was speaking on 'The Great Indian Cricket Show' on Doordarshan.

2025-11-05T13:04:51.136384+00:00 IST

Others

Pukhraj blazes his way to the top with bogey free 63 in IGPL

Pukhraj Singh Gill, who has come close to a win on more than one occasions put himself in the pole position with an outstanding round of 9-under 63 on the Par-72 Beldih Golf Course in the IGPL Invitational Jamshedpur hosted by Arjun Munda

2025-11-05T12:59:12.573721+00:00 IST

Football

KBFC eye semifinal berth in decisive clash against MCFC

Kerala Blasters FC (KBFC) are all set for a massive Super Cup Group D clash against Mumbai City FC (MCFC) at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Fatorda, on Thursday. Riding high on confidence after two commanding wins, the Blasters will look to continue their unbeaten run and secure a place in the semifinals. A draw would be enough to seal qualification, but the Blasters will step onto the pitch with clear intent to go for all three points and finish the group stage in style

2025-11-05T12:43:32.319357+00:00 IST

Cricket

Watson explains slow progress of India's fast bowling all-rounder

Former all-rounder Shane Watson attributed the Impact Player rule in the Indian Premier League (IPL) as the underlying factor behind the limited growth of Indian fast bowling all-rounders' skill set with the ball.

2025-11-05T11:49:21.835061+00:00 IST

Football

FC Goa takes on Saudi giants Al Nassr in AFC Champions League Two

FC Goa return to continental action with a difficult assignment against Saudi giants Al Nassr in the AFC Champions League Two following their qualification for the AIFF Super Cup 2025-26 semi-finals

2025-11-05T11:48:18.732418+00:00 IST

Cricket

"An opportunity for him to seal number 3 spot...": Kasprowicz on Labuschagne's inclusion in Perth Ashes Test squad

Former Australian pacer Michael Kasprowicz said on Wednesday that the first Ashes Test is a chance for a struggling Marnus Labuschagne to solidify his spot as a number three batter after a recent red-hot run in domestic cricket.

2025-11-05T11:47:32.844230+00:00 IST

Cricket

"Once a King, always a King”: Cricket fraternity showers love

India's cricketing superstar and one of the modern era's greatest batters, Virat Kohli, turned 37 on Wednesday, with heartfelt wishes pouring in from teammates, former players, and his Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).

2025-11-05T11:14:24.980768+00:00 IST

Football

Khalid Jamil names list of probables for Asian Cup qualifier

Indian senior men's national team head coach Khalid Jamil on Wednesday announced 23 probables for the Blue Tigers squad for the upcoming FIFA International Match Window

2025-11-05T10:55:19.817289+00:00 IST

Others

AIPA athletes Vanshik Kapadia, Mayur Patil make history in Dallas

The All India Pickleball Association (AIPA) has scripted a proud chapter for India on the global stage as its collegiate athletes delivered an outstanding performance at the inaugural International Collegiate Pickleball Championship held in Dallas, Texas. Competing at the world's first ever international collegiate pickleball event, the Indian team showcased exceptional talent and grit across categories winning Silver in the Team event, multiple podium finishes in Women's & Men's Doubles, and a remarkable Gold in Men's Doubles by Vanshik Kapadia and Mayur Patil. This historic performance not only highlights the rapid global rise of collegiate pickleball, but also positions India as a powerful and emerging force in the sport

2025-11-05T10:26:27.189689+00:00 IST

Others

PKL 12 delivers tie-breakers, golden raids, and many more records

Season 12 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) will be remembered as the most fiercely contested edition yet, with narrow scorelines, dramatic comebacks, and no match settled until the final raid. The season showcased a new level of tactical maturity and physical intensity, making every clash unpredictable.

2025-11-05T09:58:26.414784+00:00 IST

Hockey

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin unveils trophy for Hockey Men's Junior WC

The Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, MK Stalin, unveiled the prestigious trophy for the upcoming FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup 2025 at a ceremony held at the Secretariat in Chennai.

2025-11-05T09:43:57.237634+00:00 IST

Cricket

Matthew Short admits Australia wary of "tough" Varun Chakravarthy

Australia's Matthew Short outlined the threat posed by mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy and the exacting challenge to nullify him in down under where surfaces hardly offer any assistance to the ball tweakers.

2025-11-05T09:33:16.568339+00:00 IST