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Head's quest for 3000 ODI runs begins against India

In 76 ODIs, Travis Head has scored 2,942 runs in 73 innings at an average of 44.57. His highest score in the 50-over format is an unbeaten 154, and he has maintained a brisk strike rate of 106.05. The left-hander has registered seven centuries and 17 half-centuries, underscoring his consistency in the format.

2025-10-18T17:32:05.629059+00:00 IST

"Big shoes to fill": Skipper Gill on following legacy of 'Ro-Ko'

The first ODI of the three-match series will start on Sunday at Perth's Optus Stadium, with Shubman leading two veterans, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, among other star players in the team. Rohit and Virat, who are making their return to the team following the ICC Champions Trophy title win under the 'Hitman', will be playing under the youngster's captaincy and helping him to the best of their abilities tactically and in his overall evolution as a captain.

2025-10-18T17:24:56.617374+00:00 IST

PKL 12: Telugu Titans overcome Puneri Paltan; seal top eight spot

Telugu Titans secured their place in the top eight after a comprehensive 40-31 victory against the Puneri Paltan at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium on Saturday. Vijay Malik led the way with a Super 10, while Shubham Shinde recorded his second High Five of the season, as the Titans confirmed their place in the playoffs.

2025-10-18T17:11:03.743017+00:00 IST

PKL: Alireza’s Super 10 confirms Bengaluru Bulls' top eight spot

Bengaluru Bulls confirmed their place in the top eight with a comprehensive 33-23 win against Dabang Delhi K.C. at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium on Saturday. Alireza Mirzaian notched another Super 10, also registering the most raid points by an overseas player in a PKL Season.

2025-10-18T17:07:41.683983+00:00 IST

Women's WC: Harmanpreet, Deepti eye major milestones against Eng

After starting the tournament with easy wins against Sri Lanka and arch-rivals Pakistan, the two-time finalists India will aim to overcome their recent slump, following losses to South Africa and Australia, when they take on England at Indore on Sunday. Winning this match would be crucial for fourth-placed India, as it could help them avoid their next two matches against New Zealand and Bangladesh from becoming knockout matches.

2025-10-18T17:06:57.513007+00:00 IST

India fall 1-2 to Australia as late goal decides Sultan of Johor

The Indian junior men's hockey team produced a fighting performance but went down 1-2 to Australia in the final of the Sultan of Johor Cup 2025 in Johor, Malaysia. India conceded in the 13th minute before hitting back through Anmol Ekka (17') early in the second quarter to draw level. The contest remained evenly poised until the final moments, when Ian Grobbelaar (59') converted a late penalty corner to seal the title for Australia.

2025-10-18T17:03:32.991419+00:00 IST

Zoravar's bronze in trap highlight for India in Athens Worlds

Veteran trap shooter Zoravar Singh Sandhu's brilliant bronze medal on the penultimate day was the highlight as the action concluded in the ISSF World Championship Shotgun 2025 at the Malakasa Shooting Range, Athens, Greece. Zoravar was the only athlete to qualify for a final in the championship, and with this medal, he also booked his spot in the ISSF World Cup Final, which will be held in Doha in December.

2025-10-18T16:51:18.822293+00:00 IST

Cricket

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"Aiming for bigger things": Klinger after GG's loss in eliminator

Gujarat Giants produced another admirable fightback during the eliminator, just days after a similar fightback had helped them qualify for the playoffs, but their bowling led by the 'Purple Cap' holder Sophie Devine fell flat while defending 169, with Lizelle Lee and Shafali Varma motoring to 89 in just around seven overs and from there, it was just GG trying to drag the inevitable, a defeat. After getting the two wooden spoons in the first two editions, two successive qualifications for playoffs are for sure a heartening turnaround, but they have yet to reach the final of the WPL.

2026-02-04T04:54:59.608522+00:00 IST

T20 WC: Without Pooran, an inconsistent WI aim for revival

The two-time champions have dropped more matches than they have won since the Super Eight exit in the last edition back in 2024, but head into the new edition with plenty of positives, especially the evolution of their skipper, Shai Hope as a well-rounded T20 batsman. The Windies often displayed glimpses of that fighting spirit and ferocious hitting which had once made them a dominant force in the shortest format of the game, though they often lost matches by narrow margins.

2026-02-04T04:27:44.032190+00:00 IST

ISPL: Ashish, Ketan star as Chennai Singams storm into final

The match, which took place on Tuesday, was defined by a lethal bowling display and a composed chase, saw the Singams secure a comfortable victory, leaving the Lions to fight for their tournament life in Qualifier 2.

2026-02-04T04:20:23.249437+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Wimbledon: Daniil Medvedev reaches QFs after Jiri Lehecka retire

The third seed, who is competing at The Championships for the fifth time, had a 6-4, 6-2 advantage over Lehecka on Court 1 when the 21-year-old retired.

2023-07-10T16:15:12.120323+00:00 IST

Wimbledon: Rohan Bopanna-Matthew Ebden storm into R16

India's Bopanna and Australia's Ebden defeated the British duo of Jacob Fearnley and Johannus Monday 7-5, 6-3 in straight sets.

2023-07-10T16:03:05.859709+00:00 IST

Wimbledon: Elena Rybakina moves into quarterfinals

The No. 13 seed Beatriz Haddad Maia retired with what appeared to be a back injury trailing 4-1.

2023-07-10T14:52:16.804593+00:00 IST

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Badminton Asia U-15, U-17 C'ships: India in line for two golds

With top seed Shaina Manimuthu also reaching the girls U-15 final, India will have a chance to bring home two gold medals. The Indian contingent was already assured of five medals ahead of Saturday's semifinal matches, as per a press release from the Boxing Association of India (BFI).

2025-10-25T14:58:35.396600+00:00 IST

PVL: Mumbai Meteors, Bengaluru Torpedoes gear up for final

Ahead of the final clash, the coaches and captains of both finalists exuded excitement, mutual respect, and determination during a virtual press conference.

2025-10-25T12:48:25.903380+00:00 IST

Pramod, Sukant shine as India dominates Australian Para Badminton

India reaffirmed its supremacy in global para-badminton with a stellar performance at the Yonex Australian Para Badminton International 2025, led by superstars Pramod Bhagat and Sukant Kadam. Bhagat bagged two gold medals, while Kadam impressed with one gold and one silver, as India swept multiple categories to finish atop the standings.

2025-10-25T08:39:17.024609+00:00 IST

Football

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Mohammedan SC assistant coach Mehrajuddin Wadoo disappointed

Mohammedan SC (MSC) assistant coach Mehrajuddin Wadoo expressed his disappointment after his team suffered another home defeat, this time against Jamshedpur FC (JFC) in the Indian Super League (ISL).

2025-02-21T04:28:25.531956+00:00 IST

ISL: Jamshedpur FC stun Mohammedan SC with 2-0 win

Jamshedpur FC comprehensively defeated Mohammedan SC with a 2-0 scoreline at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan on Thursday in the Indian Super League.

2025-02-20T18:24:14.300832+00:00 IST

Game of fine margins, crucial points on cards as NEUFC host BFC

NorthEast United FC (NEUFC) are set to host Bengaluru FC (BFC) at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Friday. The ISL thus returns to the capital of Meghalaya after the first-ever league game was held there during the fixture between the Highlanders (NEUFC) and Mumbai City FC (MCFC) earlier this month, as per a release from ISL.

2025-02-20T13:27:11.847996+00:00 IST

Hockey

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Savita credits team bonding for Haryana's National Hockey C'ship

Hockey Haryana defeated hosts Hockey Maharashtra in a nail biting Final, a full-time score of 1-1 meant Hockey Haryana would triumph in the shootout (3-0 penalty shootout) to win the 14th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium Pimpri, Pune. While Deepika (26th minute) scored for Hockey Haryana in regulation time, Navneet Kaur, Usha, and Sonika scored in the shootout and their Captain Savita made three successive saves to take them to glory.

2024-03-24T11:09:43.824108+00:00 IST

Nat'l Women C'ship: Hockey Haryana bags third title

Hockey Haryana brought an end to Hockey Maharashtra's hopes of winning at home with a 3-0 shoot-out victory to lift the 14th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship 2024 title at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium Nehrunagar, Pimpri on Saturday, after both the teams were tied 1-1 at the end of regulation time

2024-03-23T18:18:11.170992+00:00 IST

Nat'l C'ship: Haryana prove too strong for Jharkhand enter final

Five-time finalists Haryana booked themselves a place in the final with a fluent 4-0 win over Hockey Jharkhand in the 14th Hockey India Senior Women's National Championship 2024 at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium, Nehrunagar-Pimpri

2024-03-22T15:39:42.604320+00:00 IST

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Jindal Football launches Sporting Club Delhi ahead of Super Cup

The club is set to make its debut in the upcoming edition of the All India Football Federation's (AIFF) annual Super Cup competition, which is scheduled to take place later this month, according to an official release.

2025-10-18T16:23:12.186404+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ranji Trophy: Shami makes statement with 7-fer in first round

Shami made a statement with a seven-wicket haul, including a four-wicket haul in the second innings for Bengal against Uttarakhand in a win, while skipper Patidar's knock continued to raise his stocks in domestic cricket as MP secured a draw against Punjab. Mulani's nine wickets, including a seven-fer in the second innings and a knock of 91 helped Mumbai to a 35-run win over Jammu and Kashmir.

2025-10-18T16:15:58.039102+00:00 IST

Cricket

Hayden analyses India's squad ahead Australia ODI series

The ODI leg will see the return of India's bigwigs, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, to the international circuit. Hayden didn't shy away from praising "gold star" Virat for his remarkable "athletic ability" and the standards that he brings to the table.

2025-10-18T16:12:47.048904+00:00 IST

Others

Calicut to host Grand Finale of ISRL season two in December

This was announced at an event that was highlighted by a flag-off ceremony and trophy reveal by the Mayor of Calicut, Dr Mrs. Beena Philip. The iconic EMS Corporation Stadium in Calicut will transform into a world-class motorsport venue on December 20-21, 2025, elevating Kerala's supercross ecosystem to professional world-class racing standards. The finale will also see the presence of megastar Salman Khan, who is the brand ambassador and an investor in the league.

2025-10-18T15:49:57.912267+00:00 IST

Cricket

ICC, BCCI condoles the tragic loss of Afghan cricketers

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) expressed its deep sorrow and condolences on the tragic loss of three young Afghan cricketers - Kabeer Agha, Sibghatullah, and Haroon - who lost their lives in the cowardly cross-border airstrikes in Paktika province.

2025-10-18T15:38:52.397623+00:00 IST

Cricket

Bailey hails Labuschagne's hot streak in domestic cricket

Bailey lauded Labuschagne's "intent, movement and partnership-building" during his recent Sheffield Shield ton for Queensland against South Australia

2025-10-18T15:32:44.217965+00:00 IST

Cricket

Chennaiyin FC appoint Clifford Miranda as head coach

Chennaiyin FC has appointed Clifford Miranda as their new head coach

2025-10-18T15:29:31.854109+00:00 IST

Cricket

Indian Women’s Cricket Team for the Blind meets Sri Lankan PM

The Indian Women's Cricket Team for the Blind, along with key representatives from the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) and the World Cup Organising Committee, on Saturday, met Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya in Delhi.

2025-10-18T15:06:30.909157+00:00 IST

Cricket

Rohit-Virat's return in highlight as India start Australia tour

Rohit and Virat, whose last assignment was the ICC Champions Trophy win in March, will be making their return in Indian colours after seven months. The two legends, who announced their Test retirements ahead of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle, starting with their tour to England earlier this year, would be a treat to the eyes of those desperate for a glimpse of their greatness as they continue doing what they do best: chasing records.

2025-10-18T14:28:22.247385+00:00 IST

Cricket

Adam Gilchrist hails "freak of nature" Jasprit Bumrah

Former explosive wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist was all in praise of the current world's best Jasprit Bumrah ahead of his return to Australia after his famous exploits in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy last year.

2025-10-18T14:23:22.285332+00:00 IST

Cricket

Afghanistan team pays tribute to victims of Paktika airstrike

The Afghanistan cricket team paid tribute to the victims of the tragic airstrike in Paktika province, which claimed the lives of several local citizens, including three cricketers, in an attack "carried out by the Pakistani regime," ahead of their one-off Test against Zimbabwe.

2025-10-18T13:42:27.457916+00:00 IST

Cricket

Have to maintain match fitness: Mishra on 'Ro-Ko'

The first ODI between India and Australia is scheduled for Sunday at Perth's Optus Stadium, marking the much-anticipated return of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, popularly known as 'Ro-Ko', in the Indian jersey since the ICC Champions Trophy final earlier this year.

2025-10-18T13:30:10.740975+00:00 IST

Cricket

Starc, Hazlewood, Zampa on verge of rewriting record books

The three-match ODI series against India will start in Perth on Sunday. While Australia will be without their captain Pat Cummins, the presence of Starc, Hazlewood and Zampa still offers plenty of experience and help to much younger/fringe talent like Nathan Ellis, Cooper Connolly, Ben Dwarshuis, Matthew Kuhnemann and Xaiver Bartlett.

2025-10-18T13:03:50.981950+00:00 IST

Cricket

Abhishek hails Rohit's transformation into "mean machine"

When the Indian team's photoshoot for the ODI series against Australia was completed, one of the most surprising aspects was how slimmer and fitter Rohit looked. Having faced questions over his declining fitness even during his side's success in the 2023 ODI World Cup, T20 World Cup 2024 and ICC Champions Trophy, Rohit put plenty of work on his fitness, as evident by social media posts made by him and his close friends during this whole transformation.

2025-10-18T12:55:11.880638+00:00 IST