Sports

Ilamparthi A R becomes India's 90th Chess Grandmaster

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has hailed Ilamparthi AR on becoming the state's 35th and overall India's 90th chess Grandmaster, saying that he has added another jewel to TN's "crown of champions".

2025-10-30T18:23:29.813340+00:00 IST

Harry Brook on consecutive ODI defeat against Kiwi's

England's white-ball captain Harry Brook admitted his team was "hammered" by New Zealand, expressing frustration and confusion over their struggles in the ODI format, particularly highlighting their batting collapse in the second ODI, where they were bowled out for 175.

2025-10-30T18:10:16.233122+00:00 IST

Rosan Kujur, Sunil PB reflect on Sultan of Johor 2nd place finish

Rosan, who is an Odisha native, joined the Panposh Sports Hostel in 2016, where he trained for five years

2025-10-30T18:07:22.439959+00:00 IST

Rahul Dravid on Vaibhav Suryavanshi's aggressive approach

Indian legendary batter Rahul Dravid praised Vaibhav Suryavanshi's mindset, stating it's about attitude and that can't be coached.

2025-10-30T18:04:59.900816+00:00 IST

Kerala Blasters rally to beat 10-man Rajasthan United

A late header from new signing Koldo Obieta helped Kerala Blasters FC begin their AIFF Super Cup 2025-26 campaign with a hard-earned 1-0 win against a 10-man Rajasthan United FC at the GMC Stadium on Thursday.

2025-10-30T17:37:44.495186+00:00 IST

India's women's cricket team storms into ICC Women's World Cup

India successfully chased down 338/10 from Australia, with 9 balls to spare, setting a new record for the highest successful run chase in Women's World Cup history.

2025-10-30T17:34:33.704484+00:00 IST

Kolkata Derby a virtual quarter-final in AIFF Super Cup 2025-26

On Friday, East Bengal will get a shot at taking revenge against their arch rivals when the two giants collide once more at the PJN Stadium in Fatorda, Goa.

2025-10-30T17:33:12.198242+00:00 IST

Cricket

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T20WC: Still conservative with bat, Pakistan spin in focus

Pakistan's preparation for the T20 World Cup has been a rollercoaster ride both on and off the field. Controversies such as 'handshake gate' with Team India during the Asia Cup or the government's boycott of group stage clash against defending champions India or poor performances of their superstar batter Babar Azam, known as the 'King' to the country's cricket die-hards, have kept Pakistan in the news for all the wrong reasons. But on the other hand, some recent encouraging results against Australia at home and performances by spinners/all-rounders have given them something to rejoice about and be positive about.

2026-02-06T14:22:36.444881+00:00 IST

Suryavanshi's coach Manish hails pupil's 175 in U19 WC final

Suryavanshi's 80-ball 175, decorated with 15 fours and 15 sixes, not only shattered records, but also powered India to a mountain-like target of 412 runs in the final of the U19 World Cup against England.

2026-02-06T14:18:20.847929+00:00 IST

BCA president, Bihar CM applaud Vaibhav's fearless knock

The 17-year-old left-handed batter produced a sensational performance in the finals of the Under-19 World Cup 2026 against England. He produced a sensational performance, hammering a breathtaking century. He completed his hundred in just 55 balls, making it the fastest century ever scored in an Under-19 World Cup final.

2026-02-06T12:56:12.352294+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Pegula overpowers Samsonova to capture Canadian Open title

Pegula defeated Samsonova in the final to capture her third career title and first of the season.

2023-08-14T06:21:04.833928+00:00 IST

Alcaraz's No. 1 title at risk as Djokovic aims to reclaim spot

A second straight week of ATP Masters 1000 action will begin on Monday at the Cincinnati Masters.

2023-08-13T11:03:32.225865+00:00 IST

Canadian Open: Jannik Sinner storms into final

Sinner's success in this match continues his solid run in ATP Masters 1000 events this year, which includes semifinal finishes at Indian Wells and Monte Carlo and a Miami final appearance. The Italian is 17-4 this season and is enjoying a solid run.

2023-08-13T07:03:01.806982+00:00 IST

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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

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

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

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IWL 2024-25: East Bengal put six past HOPS FC

East Bengal now stand at the top of the table with 30 points from 11 games, whereas relegation-threatened HOPS FC have accrued only 5 points from the same number of matches. The leaders now need two more wins to secure the IWL 2024-25 title

2025-04-01T13:10:43.894337+00:00 IST

BFC, FCG eye first-leg advantage as ISL 2024-25 semi-finals begin

Bengaluru FC (BFC) will host FC Goa (FGC) at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in the first leg of their semi-final fixture of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Wednesday at 7:30 pm IST.

2025-04-01T12:53:58.942238+00:00 IST

A look back at Bengaluru FC's historic wins in ISL

Bengaluru FC (BFC) secured their biggest-ever win in Indian Super League (ISL) history, defeating Mumbai City FC (MCFC) to book their place in the semi-finals of the 2024-25 season. The Blues were dominant from start to finish, putting on a ruthless display to score five past the Islanders and eliminate the defending ISL Cup champions early in the knockout round, according to the official website of ISL.

2025-03-31T16:59:54.155719+00:00 IST

Hockey

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Hockey Pro League: India gear up for crucial fixtures in London

In the London stage, the Indian hockey team has played two matches. They beat Germany 3-0 before going down 1-3 against hosts Great Britain in their second match

2024-06-07T15:11:48.660141+00:00 IST

Indian junior women's skipper talks about senior men's side

Only 50 days remain before the Indian men's hockey team begins their Paris 2024 Olympics campaign, where they will strive to end the 44-year gold medal drought. India is placed in Pool B alongside, defending Champions Belgium, Australia, Argentina, New Zealand, and Ireland, and they will have to ensure a top-four finish in the pool to progress to the quarterfinals as per Hockey India.

2024-06-06T11:21:04.523313+00:00 IST

We are working on our weaknesses, building on our strengths: Kaur

India are gearing up to take on Germany and Great Britain in their last two games of the FIH Pro League 2023-24

2024-06-05T07:51:35.477189+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Royal Champs announce squad for Abu Dhabi T10

At the helm is Head Coach Sir Courtney Walsh, who brings decades of international experience, leadership and an unwavering belief in the game's evolving dynamics

2025-10-30T17:29:40.128206+00:00 IST

Others

Kolkata set to 'Ride for Change' with Kolkata Cyclothon 2025

The event is organised by Loha Foundation, Sports Authority of India (SAI), and the Fit India Movement. Kolkata is set to pedal towards change as registrations have officially opened for the Kolkata Cyclothon 2025, as per a press release.

2025-10-30T17:18:39.063802+00:00 IST

Others

India’s golden generation led by Gukesh poised for glory

A strong Indian contingent, led by World Champion Grandmaster Gukesh Dommaraju, and the entire Olympiad-winning squad will once again look to assert the country's supremacy on the world stage as they compete for the coveted FIDE World Cup 2025 crown here starting from Saturday.

2025-10-30T16:51:40.601545+00:00 IST

Cricket

Asian Youth Games: Boxing leads India's campaign with 7 medals

With this remarkable performance, India topped the Girls' Boxing section, reaffirming the nation's growing dominance in youth boxing on the Asian stage. In the Girls' Boxing category, India finished in first place with four gold medals and one silver medal, as per a press release from the Boxing Federation of India (BFI).

2025-10-30T15:52:28.990592+00:00 IST

Cricket

Sheffield Shield: Khawaja scores 87, Renshaw, Marnus struggle

Starting day three at 349/5, New South Wales posted a total of 429/7 declared, with Steve Smith (118) and Kurtis Patterson (122) posting centuries. Queensland was solid in their response, ending their day at 238/4, trailing by 191 runs. Khawaja (87 in 127 balls, with 12 fours) had a 94-run opening stand with Matt Renshaw (29), the recent ODI debutant, while Labushagne could make just four runs. While for Labuschagne it was a small slip after two centuries each in Shield and One Day Cup cricket, Khawaja received a major confidence booster with his knock.

2025-10-30T15:39:48.369762+00:00 IST

Cricket

Dravid credits India's "off the charts" T20I batting to Rohit

Under Rohit, India won the T20 World Cup, unbeaten for eight matches. Since the T20 WC 2024, India has won 30 out of 36 matches, lost just three, tied two and one ended in a no-result, the most amongst Test-playing nations.

2025-10-30T15:32:30.767447+00:00 IST

Cricket

Dravid speaks on Head's 2023 WC final ton, India's T20 WC win

Dravid was speaking on the 'Breakfast with Champions' with famous presenter Gaurav Kapur.

2025-10-30T14:49:30.811282+00:00 IST

Others

India secure best boxing medals tally in youth boxing

In a gold-filled morning session, Khushi Chand (46kg) opened India's tally with a confident 4:1 victory over China's Luo Jinxiu, showcasing superior ring control and precision

2025-10-30T14:42:04.438961+00:00 IST

Others

UPKL appoints Tejnarayan as Technical Director for Season 2

UPKL Season 2 will kick off on December 25 this year

2025-10-30T14:33:51.991972+00:00 IST

Cricket

Jay Shah meets IOC President Kirsty Coventry

They discussed the road to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and the return of cricket to the Olympic Games.

2025-10-30T14:29:50.056588+00:00 IST

Cricket

Women's WC: Litchfield, Perry, Gardner help Aus set 339 for India

A historic century from Litchfield, making her the youngest to score a Women's World Cup knockout century, her 155-run stand with Ellyse Perry gave Australia a solid platform at 180/2. But India bounced back, reducing the Aussies to 265/6. Later on, Gardner and Kim Garth's seventh-wicket 66-run stand took the Aussies to 338 in 49.5 overs. This is the second-highest score in women's WC knockout match, next to Australia's 356/5 against England in 2022 edition final.

2025-10-30T13:35:10.500382+00:00 IST

Football

Chennaiyin FC aim for a strong finish to AIFF Super Cup 2025-26

Fielding an all-Indian squad for the competition, Chennaiyin have shown encouraging signs in their outings against Mohun Bagan Super Giant and East Bengal--displaying strong spells of play despite returning to training only a fortnight before the opener. Head coach Clifford Miranda reflected on his side's performances so far and has urged his players to once again take the initiative from the onset in what will be the Marina Machans' first-ever competitive meeting with the Goan outfit, as per a press release from the club.

2025-10-30T13:34:55.760768+00:00 IST

Cricket

Kotian shines as India A restricts South Africa A to 299/9

India A restricted South Africa A to 299/9 at the end of Day 1 of the first unofficial Test in Bengaluru, with Indian spinner Tanush Kotian's impressive four-wicket haul.

2025-10-30T12:59:49.118405+00:00 IST

Hockey

Hockey India remembers KD Singh (Babu)

Hockey India fondly remembers Kunwar Digvijay Singh, affectionately known as 'Babu', one of the most graceful and gifted players in India's hockey history.

2025-10-30T12:45:02.168971+00:00 IST