Sports

T20 WC: Kumble cautions India against “taking Zimbabwe lightly”

Former India captain Anil Kumble has cautioned India not to "take Zimbabwe lightly" ahead of their upcoming Super 8s fixture of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup on Thursday, stressing that the Men in Blue need to play their natural and aggressive brand of cricket

2026-02-26T08:57:17.135552+00:00 IST

Shanaka laments “outside negativity” around Sri Lanka cricket

Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka has expressed concern over what he termed as "outside negativity" surrounding cricket in the country following their loss to New Zealand by 61 runs in the Super 8s of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 on Wednesday, resulting in elimination from the tournament.

2026-02-26T08:22:28.819880+00:00 IST

Markram-De Kock: Key to Proteas' success against West Indies

Not only South Africa will be aiming to continue their winning run in T20 WC to help their bid for maiden white-ball world title win on Indian soil, but a Proteas win would make the route to semifinals a little more easier for Team India, whose fortunes in the tournament took a massive dent with a loss to them at Ahmedabad by 76 runs.

2026-02-26T07:51:55.378812+00:00 IST

“She is fit and fine": Deepti on Harmanpreet’s injury

Indian Women's cricket team all-rounder Deepti Sharma provided an update on skipper Harmanpreet Kaur's fitness, saying, "she is fit and fine" ahead of the second ODI of the series against Australia Women, set to be played on Friday at Hobart's Bellerive Oval.

2026-02-26T07:31:46.710882+00:00 IST

T20 WC: Jasprit Bumrah three shy of 500 international wickets

In the must-win T20 World Cup match against Zimbabwe at Chennai, 'Jassi Bhai', as he is known lovingly, could be a game-changer for Team India with his four over quota. Bumrah's 24 balls could go a long way in deciding India's future in this tournament after the Men in Blue ran into trouble with a 76-run loss to South Africa in Super Eight stage opener, sending their net-run-rate in minus.

2026-02-26T07:20:44.315733+00:00 IST

T20WC: Will India once again succumb to "slower ball trap"?

While a billion of hearts will be rooting for Proteas to continue their unbeaten run against West Indies, Men in Blue would also need to do their bit of homework against this tactical trap before taking to the Chepauk field for the match.

2026-02-26T06:58:39.148830+00:00 IST

IAF & EAC Cup races held at Royal Calcutta Turf Club

The prestigious Indian Air Force (IAF) Cup and Eastern Air Command (EAC) Cup races were conducted with grandeur at the historic Royal Calcutta Turf Club (RCTC) on Wednesday. These annual fixtures, instituted in 1996, commemorate the strong association between the Indian Air Force and the RCTC, according to a release.

2026-02-26T06:43:39.288066+00:00 IST

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MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma walks out with T20 WC Trophy in final

India's World Cup-winning captains Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni, alongside International Cricket Council chairman Jay Shah, walked out at the Narendra Modi Stadium, in Ahmedabad, with the T20 World Cup trophy on Sunday.

2026-03-08T14:37:06.313808+00:00 IST

Abhishek Sharma ends slump with a roaring, record-breaking fifty

Prior to the high-stakes final at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium, Abhishek had failed to live up his world number one ranked billing except for a half-century against Zimbabwe in the Super Eights. Starting off the tournament with three successive ducks and a struggle with food poisoning, Abhishek could barely buy a run and swung out of desperation and hope.

2026-03-08T14:29:36.105341+00:00 IST

Scotland beat Wales 1-0 in FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers

Scotland opened their FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers 2026 Hyderabad, Telangana campaign with a 1-0 victory over Wales at the G. M. C. Balayogi Hockey Ground (Gachibowli Hockey Complex) on Sunday.

2026-03-08T13:58:41.843263+00:00 IST

Tennis

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SG Pipers Bengaluru, Rajasthan Rangers get winning starts in TPL

The matches took place on a charcoal-coloured court, and all eight teams were part of the action on Tuesday. SG Pipers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Rangers began their campaign with wins after the two intense matches, as per a press release from TPL.

2025-12-09T16:14:06.494909+00:00 IST

TPL: Sania Mirza and Rohan Bopanna reunite on court

Tennis Premier League (TPL) Season 7 began with a landmark moment as two of India's greatest tennis icons - Sania Mirza, Brand Ambassador of Gurgaon Grand Slammers, and Rohan Bopanna, marquee player for SG Pipers - reunited on court for a special exhibition match that electrified a packed Gujarat University Tennis Stadium

2025-12-09T15:59:31.030790+00:00 IST

"TPL is fun, exciting....": Tennis legend Bopanna

With the league completing seven consecutive editions, it becomes only the fourth sports league in India to achieve this milestone, as per a TPL press release.

2025-12-08T16:25:06.661028+00:00 IST

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Tripura to launch 1st State Games 2026

Tripura is set to script a new chapter in its sporting history with the inauguration of the 1st Tripura State Games 2026, scheduled to be held on February 22, 2026, at the prestigious Dasarath Deb State Sports Complex in Agartala.

2026-02-22T08:43:41.300397+00:00 IST

Shooting League of Karnataka unveils franchise-based format

Featuring the eight teams in a mixed-team format, each side will have 11 players across events. A key participation rule mandates that every team member must compete in at least one qualification match, ensuring broader involvement

2026-02-22T07:27:51.838121+00:00 IST

Rai, Bhatia, Theegala make cut as Penge leads Genesis

Aaron Rai had five birdies against four bogeys, while Bhatia had three birdies and three bogeys, and Theegala had three birdies against two bogeys

2026-02-22T05:50:23.823090+00:00 IST

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Women’s football team to play four more friendlies against Europe

The Indian senior women's team will play four more friendly matches against European clubs during their ongoing preparatory camp in Turkiye.

2026-01-29T04:18:30.338257+00:00 IST

I-League to kick off on February 21 with new format

The owners and representatives from I-League clubs met with AIFF officials in New Delhi on Wednesday to propose the structure and operational framework for the upcoming I-League 2025-26 season.

2026-01-29T04:04:18.222341+00:00 IST

Chennaiyin FC ropes in Spanish midfield maestro Alberto Noguera

Chennaiyin FC have completed the signing of Spanish midfielder Alberto Noguera, with the Madrid-born playmaker penning a contract until the end of the season to become the Marina Machans' second new addition ahead of the upcoming campaign, according to a release.

2026-01-28T11:09:11.548499+00:00 IST

Hockey

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Shrachi Bengal Tigers begin Women's HIL campaign with 1-0 win

Shrachi Bengal Tigers registered a 1-0 victory over JSW Soorma Hockey Club in their first match of the Women's Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 Season at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Astro Turf Stadium in Ranchi on Monday. Agustina Gorzelany's (11') powerful drag flick gave the Shrachi Bengal Tigers the lead in the first quarter and despite JSW Soorma Hockey Club's dominant attacking display, they were unable to breach the Tigers' stellar defence for the rest of the game

2025-12-29T17:30:04.086338+00:00 IST

"Definitely one of those top five countries...": Alexander

Belgium and Vedanta Kalinga Lancers star Alexander Hendrickx believes India have what it takes to challenge for the Hockey World Cup title next year, ending a long wait for global glory.

2025-12-29T17:14:31.487649+00:00 IST

Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy wins 2-0 in finals

Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy won the 3rd Hockey India Sub Junior Men Academy Championship 2025 - Zone A & B title at the Veer Narmad South Gujarat University Hockey Ground in Surat, Gujarat on Monday. Army Boys Sports Company finished as the runner-ups, while Sail Hockey Academy finished in third place

2025-12-29T13:18:51.832623+00:00 IST

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Football

India U20 women’s football team held to 1-1 draw by Swedish club

The India U20 women's team played a 1-1 draw against Swedish club Enskede IK Dam on February 26, at the Boson National Sports Centre in Lidingo, Sweden.

2026-02-26T06:19:57.340074+00:00 IST

Cricket

Siddarth Kaul, Karn Sharma visit Ujjain’s Mahakaleshwar Temple

Former Indian cricketer Siddarth Kaul and current cricketer Karn Sharma visited the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain on Thursday. Both Siddarth and Karn also took part in the Bhasma Aarti at the temple.

2026-02-26T05:42:52.299704+00:00 IST

Football

PSG edge Monaco 5-4 on aggregate, Madrid beat Benfica 2-1

Reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) narrowly avoided a shock exit from the UEFA Champions League, securing their place in the Round of 16 after a tense 2-2 draw with Monaco, as the result saw the Parisians advance 5-4 on aggregate, according to the UEFA Champions League website. Real Madrid, on the other hand, beat Benfica 2-1 to secure a 3-1 aggregate win and advance to the knockout stages.

2026-02-26T04:50:11.226986+00:00 IST

Football

Atalanta and Galatasaray reach UEFA Champions League last 16

Atalanta BC produced one of the most memorable nights in their European history, overturning a two-goal first-leg deficit to defeat Borussia Dortmund 4-1 (4-3 on aggregate) and advance to the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 on Wednesday, according to the UEFA Champions League website. On the other hand, Galatasaray secured their place in the Round of 16 with a 7-5 aggregate victory over Juventus following a 3-2 second-leg thriller on Thursday.

2026-02-26T03:23:30.140321+00:00 IST

Others

Karun Chandhok set to drive Sebastian Vettel’s RB8 at BIC

Ahead of the much-awaited Red Bull Moto Jam, the legendary RB8 in the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls' colours will be driven by none other than former F1 driver Karun Chandhok at the iconic Buddh International Circuit.

2026-02-26T03:01:51.434122+00:00 IST

Cricket

“We are fully focused on us, not the opposition”: Evans

The Thursday's double-header will play a crucial role in deciding Team India's future in their own home World Cup, after their title defence landed into a massive trouble following a 76-run loss to South Africa at Ahmedabad, leaving their net-run-rate in negatives. Besides winning their own remaining two matches, they need South Africa to win both their remaining matches against West Indies and Zimbabwe. It would not be easy for the 2024 T20 WC champions and finalists to overcome WI in particular, who are still undefeated and posted a massive 254 against Zimbabwe at Wankhede Stadium. It is the second-highest total in the tournament history.

2026-02-25T18:29:20.128128+00:00 IST

Cricket

T20 WC: A match filled with records for Kiwis, Rachin and Santner

Santner and Rachin's all-round performances were the highlights of the one-sided encounter between the Kiwis and Sri Lanka as the latter was restricted to 107/8 while chasing 169 runs.

2026-02-25T17:56:43.893510+00:00 IST

Tennis

Manas storms into quarterfinals at MahaOpen ATP Challenger 75

Hometown hero Manas Dhamne continued his fine form at the Maha Open ATP Challenger 75 Men's Tennis Championship, storming into the Men's Singles quarterfinals at the Shiv Chhatrapati Kreeda Sankul, Mhalunge Balewadi Tennis Stadium on Wednesday.

2026-02-25T17:55:57.242362+00:00 IST

Hockey

India clinch win against Australia to claim bonus point

After an intense 1-1 draw in regulation time, India concluded their Hobart leg of the FIH Men's Pro League 2025-26 on a positive note, with a 3-1 shootout win against Australia to collect the bonus point.

2026-02-25T17:48:35.352135+00:00 IST

Football

ISL: FC Goa aim to build winning momentum vs SC Delhi

FC Goa stuttered to a 1-1 draw against ISL debutants Inter Kashi, before they defeated Mohammedan Sporting 2-0 in Kolkata. On the other hand, SC Delhi started their season with a 0-2 loss to Bengaluru FC, and went down 1-4 to East Bengal after taking the lead in their second match.

2026-02-25T17:47:35.861520+00:00 IST

Cricket

"No point to prove for us": WI batting coach

Ahead of his side's ICC T20 World Cup clash against South Africa, West Indies batting coach Floyd Reifer said that "there is no point to prove" for them despite a barren run in ICC events since their T20WC title win in 2016.

2026-02-25T17:43:53.141741+00:00 IST

Cricket

"It's always pleasing...": Rachin after NZ defeat SL in Super 8

2026-02-25T17:36:21.505165+00:00 IST

Football

"You feel half ignorant": Messi reveals one life regret

Argentina's FIFA World Cup-winning legend Lionel Messi opened up about his regret of not learning English as a student, saying it makes him feel "half-ignorant" while interacting with prominent personalities worldwide.

2026-02-25T17:26:24.829985+00:00 IST

Cricket

T20 WC: All-round shows from Rachin, Santner take NZ close to SFs

With this win, New Zealand, who earlier had earned one point after a washout against Pakistan, are now in second spot with three points and have a chance to move to the semifinals, with their final Super Eight clash against semifinalists England being important. NZ's closest competitor is Pakistan, which would reach three points if they happen to beat Sri Lanka in their final Super Eight clash. If Kiwis lose their final Super Eight clash and Pakistan win theirs, the net-run-rate would decide who gets the second semifinal spot from the group. Sri Lanka, having lost both their games, is eliminated from the competition.

2026-02-25T17:17:21.704301+00:00 IST