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Ganguly reflects on handshake row after Ind-Pak Asia Cup clash

The highlight of the match occurred after the game, as Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav and his batting partner Shivam Dube walked off the field without shaking hands with the Pakistan team, and the skipper dedicated the win to the armed forces, while expressing solidarity with the Pahalgam victims.

2025-09-15T15:30:36.160008+00:00 IST

Atul Wassan shares his views on handshake row in Asia Cup

Former cricketer Atul Wassan defended Indian players as they refused to shake hands with the Pakistan team after their Asia Cup 2025 clash, saying that if the Suryakumar Yadav-led side is not willing, then why are the Men in Green insisting on it.

2025-09-15T14:29:38.103829+00:00 IST

Muhammed Waseem becomes first UAE player to reach 3,000 T20I runs

Waseem achieved this milestone during his side's Asia Cup clash against Oman at Abu Dhabi on Monday. After a massive team setback and underwhelming batting against India, Waseem scored a rock-solid 69 in 54 balls, with six fours and three sixes. His runs came at a strike rate of 127.77.

2025-09-15T14:27:23.378692+00:00 IST

Asia Cup: Asalanka wins toss, SL fields first against Hong Kong

Sri Lanka has got to a winning start in the Asia Cup, with Pathum Nissanka, Wanindu Hasaranga and Kamil Mishara shining in their six-wicket win over Bangladesh. Hong Kong has been poor so far, enduring a 94-run loss to Afghanistan and following it with a seven-wicket loss to Bangladesh. While Hong Kong essentially are out of Super Fours contention, Sri Lanka could solidify their spot for the next stage of the tournament.

2025-09-15T14:16:48.505799+00:00 IST

Axar awarded 'Impact Player of the Match' medal

Axar was one of the standout performers in the clash against Pakistan, taking 2/18 in his four overs, getting an aggressive Fakhar Zaman and skipper Salman Agha in quick succession as spin was introduced in the attack, reducing Pakistan to 49/4 in 10 overs. He also took a fine catch to dismiss a dangerous Hassan Nawaz for single-digit score, making him the sixth victim of the day. Pakistan was restricted to 127/9 and India chased it down easily with 25 balls and seven wickets left.

2025-09-15T13:53:26.041097+00:00 IST

Papua New Guinea secures final spot in Women's T20 Qualifier

The teams that will compete at next year's ICC Women's T20 World Cup Global Qualifier are now confirmed as Papua New Guinea claimed the final spot by winning the East Asia Pacific Qualifier on Monday

2025-09-15T13:48:27.634150+00:00 IST

Patidar praises Kartikeya, Jain's spin mastery

Yash Rathod's career-best 194, Jain's all-round brilliance, and a quickfire hundred from Patidar powered Central Zone to their first Duleep Trophy title in nearly 11 years on Monday. Chasing 65 on the final morning in Bengaluru, Central had a few nervy moments but eventually sealed a six-wicket win over South Zone at the BCCI Centre of Excellence.

2025-09-15T13:48:24.990283+00:00 IST

Cricket

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Third T20I: Abhishek, Suryakumar power India to eight-wicket win

A brutal display of batting performance by opener Abhishek Sharma, captain Suryakumar Yadav and left-handed batter Ishan Kishan helped Team India to chase down the 154-run target in just 10 overs against New Zealand in the third T20I at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium.

2026-01-25T16:20:57.202706+00:00 IST

India's impressive bowling display restricts Kiwi's to 153

The trio of Bumrah, Pandya and Bishnoi shared seven wickets among them, with Bumrah scalping three. India, who are already 2-0 up in the five-match T20 series, need 154 to seal the series with ease.

2026-01-25T15:19:20.154859+00:00 IST

"I am hopeful..." Harbhajan ahead of World Legends Pro T20 League

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh is hoping that people in Goa turn out in large numbers to watch the upcoming 2026 World Legends Pro T20 League, starting from January 26.

2026-01-25T15:14:34.069366+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Barcelona Open: Shelton beats McDonald to set Ruud clash

Shelton converted five of his six break points to clinch a 99-minute victory against the World No. 54 McDonald.

2023-04-17T14:27:16.533801+00:00 IST

Andrey Rublev beats Holger Rune to win Monte-Carlo Masters crown

Andrey Rublev on Sunday clinched his first ATP Masters 1000 title as he overcame teenager Holger Rune at the Monte-Carlo Masters

2023-04-16T16:29:50.183024+00:00 IST

I don't feel like a favourite in Barcelona Open: Carlos Alcaraz

The 19-year-old Spaniard is the defending champion at the ATP 500 event.

2023-04-16T16:12:36.714359+00:00 IST

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Bengaluru Torpedoes set sights on strong start in Hyderabad

Bengaluru Torpedoes will begin their Season 4 campaign of the Prime Volleyball League (PVL) on Friday against debutants Goa Guardians at the G.M.C. Balayogi Indoor Stadium, with USA Universal Jalen Penrose confident about the team's preparations.

2025-10-02T15:07:19.635541+00:00 IST

PWR Indian League and Tour to launch National Pickleball League

The full schedule, participating franchises, and format details will be shared in due course.

2025-10-02T14:23:22.983503+00:00 IST

Haney speaks of “valuable experience" at WPAC

Haney, who trains at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Rohtak under coach Sunil Phogat, started the event on a great note with a throw of 51.22

2025-10-02T13:55:16.578823+00:00 IST

Football

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Ruben Amorim reflects on Manchester United's struggle

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim admitted that his club is suffering from "one of their lowest moments" and called everyone to stay "strong in the moment".

2024-12-24T16:51:50.660444+00:00 IST

A foot in futsal: Indian women ready for crack at history

The Indian national women's futsal camp, in preparation for next month's AFC Women's Futsal Asian Cup Qualifiers, is in full swing in Bhavnagar, Gujarat. The year 2025 will bring a new dawn in Indian futsal as the qualifiers will mark the nation's competitive debut in the women's game.

2024-12-24T14:43:44.453314+00:00 IST

Punjab FC announces squad for RFDL Regional Qualifiers

The squad includes first-team regulars like Tekcham Abhishek Singh, Ricky Shabong, Manglenthang Kipgen and Nitesh Darjee along with youngsters like Singamayum Shami, Muhammed Suhail F, Pramveer and Likambam Rakesh Meitei who made their senior debuts this season and reserve goalkeeper Ayush Deshwal and Jaskaranvir Singh have also been named in the squad

2024-12-24T12:58:55.083107+00:00 IST

Hockey

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Odisha Govt announces cash incentives for Nat'l Games medallists

The Odisha contingent will feature over 300 athletes including 180 women and will be participating in 31 disciplines.

2023-10-21T11:08:21.499077+00:00 IST

India to host Women’s FIH Hockey Olympic Qualifiers

Women's FIH Hockey Olympic Qualifiers will be held at Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh AstroTurf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi, Jharkhand from January 13 to January 19, 2024. Apart from India, seven national teams from across the globe will travel to Ranchi for the Women's FIH Hockey Olympic Qualifiers in their bid to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympics. It must be noted that the nations that will finish in the top three will confirm their berth in the next year's Olympics.

2023-10-21T10:31:21.171322+00:00 IST

HI Sub-Junior South Zone C'ship: AP, Le Puducherry register wins

The third day of the 1st Hockey India Sub Junior Women and Men South Zone Championship 2023 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, saw Le Puducherry Hockey, Hockey Andhra Pradesh secure wins and Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu drew 2-2 with Hockey Karnataka in the Men's category, while in the Women's category, Telangana Hockey played out a 2-2 draw with Le Puducherry Hockey, Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu drew 2-2 with Kerala Hockey and Hockey Andhra Pradesh defeated Hockey Karnataka 4-3.

2023-10-20T15:13:17.114197+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Madan Lal shares his views on handshake row

Before the first ball of the rivalry fixture was bowled, India skipper Suryakumar Yadav and Salman turned heads by not engaging in the traditional handshake after the toss. During the toss, neither skipper maintained eye contact nor tried to initiate a handshake and eschewed the gesture.

2025-09-15T13:36:44.433809+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ganguly gives his take on if IND-PAK clash could've been avoided

The India-Pakistan rivalry got another chapter in its storied history. With the match being the first between the two nations since the Pahalgam terror attacks on India back in April and consequent launch of Operation Sindoor by the Indian Armed Forces against Pakistan-sponsored terror, the tensions were at an all-time high.

2025-09-15T13:27:18.026555+00:00 IST

Hockey

2025-26 FIH Hockey Pro League season to start on December 9

With two newcomers, Ireland women and Pakistan men, the 2025-26 FIH Pro League season will start from Ireland, as well as Argentina, for an exciting journey of no less than 144 matches. And on top of the pride of winning the League, both Champions will ensure their spot at the Los Angeles Olympic Games 2028.

2025-09-15T12:37:13.230885+00:00 IST

Cricket

Kathuniya aims to break his record at World Para Athletics

The IndianOil-sponsored event will be held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi, from September 27 to October 5. This edition of the championships is historic not just because it is the first time such a global para athletics event is coming to India and to South Asia, but also because it offers Yogesh the home advantage and the chance to push his limits in front of his own people.

2025-09-15T12:36:40.986026+00:00 IST

Others

"Beating Jaipur Pink Panthers at home...": BB head coach Ramesh

The BC Ramesh-led side registered a 28-23 victory against Jaipur Pink Panthers at the SMS Indoor Stadium in Jaipur on Friday, completing a hat-trick of wins to move up to sixth place on the points table.

2025-09-15T12:07:13.237541+00:00 IST

Cricket

Asia Cup: Oman wins toss, opts to field against UAE

Oman skipper Jatinder Singh won the toss and opted to bowl against the UAE in the seventh game of the Asia Cup 2025 on Monday, at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi.

2025-09-15T12:03:36.944896+00:00 IST

Cricket

From watching Sachin in 2011 WC to learning from best in ILT20: How UAE's Sharafu is evolving as a batter

The 22-year-old, who made his international debut in 2020, has played 54 T20Is for the UAE, scoring 1,271 runs at an average of 30.26, with a strike rate of 132.94, with nine half-centuries in 50 innings and a best score of 90*.

2025-09-15T11:46:32.571300+00:00 IST

Cricket

Naveen-ul-Haq ruled out of Asia Cup 2025 due to Injury

Haq is recovering from a shoulder injury and has not been declared fit by the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) medical team to participate in the remaining tournament.

2025-09-15T11:34:15.921666+00:00 IST

Cricket

PCB demands "immediate removal" of match referee for Ind-Pak clas

This comes after Team India refused to shake hands with the Pakistan team post the match at Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

2025-09-15T11:20:38.607124+00:00 IST

Cricket

MCA honours female captains with special gesture

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Monday unveiled a special wall at the MCA Sharad Pawar Indoor Cricket Academy and Recreation Centre in Bandra-Kurla Complex, Mumbai, featuring photos of Mumbai's women captains to honour their significant contributions to the city's and India's cricketing legacy.

2025-09-15T11:18:55.905017+00:00 IST

Cricket

Central Zone clinches seventh Duleep Trophy title

Yash Rathod's career-best 194, Saransh Jain's all-round brilliance, and a quickfire hundred from Rajat Patidar powered Central Zone to their first Duleep Trophy title in nearly 11 years. Chasing 65 on the final morning in Bengaluru, Central had a few nervy moments but eventually sealed a six-wicket win over South Zone at the BCCI Centre of Excellence, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-09-15T09:37:26.701316+00:00 IST

Others

Pandya selected at FEI Children's Classic 2025 Finals

Mumbai's 13-year-old equestrian talent, Stasya Pandya, has earned the honour of representing India at the prestigious FEI Children's Classic Finals - Silver Tour, as per a release from Equestrian Federation.

2025-09-15T09:04:27.364698+00:00 IST

Cricket

Mohammed Siraj announced as ICC Men’s Player of the Month

Mohammed Siraj has been awarded the ICC Men's Player of the Month for August, 2025 for his persistent, match-winning spell against England in The Oval Test, which was the only match he was a part of, in the month, as per the official website of ICC.

2025-09-15T08:49:57.477840+00:00 IST

Cricket

Orla Prendergast announced as ICC Women’s Player of the Month

Ireland's premier all-rounder Orla Prendergast has been announced as the ICC Women's Player of the Month for August 2025, according to the official website of ICC.

2025-09-15T08:36:46.938965+00:00 IST