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J&K’s Hans Raj, Ladakh’s Stanzin Chondol claim Full Marathon

The Ladakh Marathon capped its record-breaking 12th edition with thrilling finishes in the Full Marathon, the Half Marathon, and the 11.2 km Run on Sunday. In the Full Marathon, spanning 42 kilometres, Jammu & Kashmir's Hans Raj crossed the line first in 2:47:41, while Ladakh's own Stanzin Chondol stormed to victory in the women's field with a time of 3:13:00--a run that also placed her sixth overall among men and women, as per a release from Ladakh marathon.

2025-09-15T08:05:22.539405+00:00 IST

McCullum hints at Harry Brook as vice-captaincy option

Harry Brook could be in contention to replace Ollie Pope as Ben Stokes' deputy when England travel to Australia this winter, with head coach Brendon McCullum confirming that the vice-captaincy issue will be part of their pre-Ashes discussions this week, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-09-15T07:36:16.154597+00:00 IST

“She is just old, she is fine": Healy on Perry's calf issue

Australia skipper Alyssa Healy has assured the calf injury that caused experienced all-rounder Ellyse Perry to retire hurt during the first ODI against India on Sunday is of no concern heading into the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup, as per the official website of ICC.

2025-09-15T04:48:29.334101+00:00 IST

Pycroft drawn into controversy as handshake row escalates

Match referee Andy Pycroft has found himself at the centre of controversy after India's seven-wicket victory against Pakistan in the Asia Cup clash at Dubai on Sunday, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-09-15T03:57:08.158466+00:00 IST

Manchester Derby: Haaland double fires City to Derby glory

Erling Haaland struck twice as Manchester City returned to winning ways with a commanding 3-0 victory over Manchester United in the derby at the Etihad Stadium, as per Sky Sports.

2025-09-15T03:08:32.591609+00:00 IST

New Zealand stars take casual contracts, commit for T20 World Cup

Five of New Zealand's best white-ball cricketers have agreed to a casual playing contract and committed to next year's ICC Men's T20 World Cup, as per the official website of ICC.

2025-09-15T02:32:42.232018+00:00 IST

Suryakumar speaks on breaking poor T20I record against Pakistan

Heading into the match, Suryakumar had only 64 runs in five innings against Pakistan at an average of 12.80 with a best score of 18, but this time around, in a high-pressure match given serious political tensions between both nations, the captain played one of his most important knocks ever, scoring a well-compiled 47* in 37 during the run-chase of 128 runs.

2025-09-14T21:44:28.541047+00:00 IST

Cricket

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Padma Awards: Rohit, Harmanpreet to get Padma Shri

Rohit Sharma and Harmanpreet Kaur to be conferred with the Padma Shree award, along with para high jumper Praveen Kumar and hockey star Savita Punia, and others. Tennis legend Vijay Amritraj to receive the Padma Bhushan after the list of 2026 awardees was announced on the eve of the 77th Republic Day.

2026-01-25T13:52:15.396941+00:00 IST

BBL: Perth Scorchers clinch record-extending sixth title

Perth Scorchers have once again etched their supremacy into Big Bash League (BBL) history by clinching the record-extending sixth title after defeating Sydney Sixers by six wickets in the grand finale at the Perth Stadium on Sunday.

2026-01-25T13:40:00.643536+00:00 IST

Third T20I: India win toss, opt to field against New Zealand

Team India has won the toss and decided to field first in the third T20I against the Mitchell Santner-led New Zealand at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium on Sunday.

2026-01-25T13:18:04.904157+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Billie Jean King Cup: India finish fourth, remain in Group I

Despite the defeat, India, with two wins in five ties, finished fourth in Group I Pool A, avoiding a drop to the Asia/Oceania Group II for next season.

2023-04-16T11:08:59.409968+00:00 IST

Monte Carlo Masters: Andrey Rublev overcomes resillient Fritz

The Russian managed to keep his cool despite registering a loss in the opening set he led on three different occasions. His powerful forehands came handy in a massively one-sided second set, which marked his comeback into the match. Rublev advanced to the final of the Monte Carlo Masters for the second time, falling short of the title in 2021 against Stefanos Tsitsipas. The 25-year-old would be hoping to overcome the bitterness of that loss as he prepares himself to meet either Holger Rune or Jannik Sinner in the final.

2023-04-16T08:48:03.168870+00:00 IST

Monte-Carlo Masters: Taylor Fritz defeats Stefanos Tsitsipas

The American will next meet Andrey Rublev after the fifth seed defeated German qualifier Jan-Lennard Struff.

2023-04-14T17:50:06.705025+00:00 IST

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'Rinku-Sundar's performance inspired me,' says Sargar, India's second javelin gold winner at World Para Athletics Championshp 2025

On Monday, Rinku and Sundar Singh Gurjar clinched gold and silver in the F46 category, and today Sandip Sanjay Sargar and Sandeep Chaudhary emulated them in the javelin F44 category. Sargar was quick to admit Rinku and Gurjar's performance was on the back of his mind. He also revealed he was in attendance to witness their glory.

2025-10-02T06:59:10.303838+00:00 IST

Mirabai leads Indian charge at World Weightlifting Championships

Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanu is set to lead the 14-member Indian contingent at the upcoming competition, which will take place in Førde, Norway, from October 2 to 11.

2025-10-02T04:54:37.406445+00:00 IST

ISSF Junior World Cup: India finishes at top in medal tally

Young shooter Tejaswani Singh clinched a silver medal as India wrapped up the ISSF Junior World Cup 2025, which took place in New Delhi, by topping the medals tally on Wednesday.

2025-10-02T03:19:28.584226+00:00 IST

Football

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NorthEast United FC take spoils with 5-2 win against Hyderabad

NorthEast United FC wrapped up their two-game-long losing streak and put in a display of confidence, by coming from two goals behind to secure a 5-2 victory against Hyderabad FC at the GMC Balayogi Athletic Stadium in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Monday.

2024-12-23T17:09:19.716064+00:00 IST

Double blow for Arsenal, Saka, Sterling sidelined with injuries

In a bid to end the Premier League title hiatus, Arsenal faced a major setback as star winger Bukayo Saka has been ruled out for "many weeks" with a hamstring injury, according to manager Mikel Arteta.

2024-12-23T14:40:41.730713+00:00 IST

ISL: Kerala Blasters FC clinch 3-0 win over Mohammedan SC

Kerala Blasters FC returned to winning ways with a dominant 3-0 triumph over Mohammedan SC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season on Sunday. With this win, the home team completed a league double over Mohammedan SC this season.

2024-12-22T17:19:49.891095+00:00 IST

Hockey

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ACT: Salima, Sangita excited to perform in front of home fans

Savita will be leading the Indian Women's Hockey Team in the tournament with Deep Grace Ekka as her deputy. India will open their campaign in the tournament against Thailand on Friday, October 27.

2023-10-20T06:36:04.164176+00:00 IST

MP Hockey gains top spot in sub-junior, junior categories in firs

The Sub Junior Women Academy Category Final ended with Madhya Pradesh Hockey Academy beating Ghumenhera Riser's Academy 4-0.

2023-10-19T17:26:34.064969+00:00 IST

HI Sub-Junior South Zone C'ship: Karnataka, AP, TN shine on day-1

Hockey Karnataka, Hockey Andhra Pradesh and Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu register wins in the Sub Junior Women's category matches.Hockey Karnataka, Hockey Andhra Pradesh and Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu won in the Sub Junior Men's category matches.

2023-10-18T06:47:22.055026+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Gambhir stands with Pahalgam victims after India beat Pakistan

This Asia Cup clash was India-Pakistan's first meet since April's Pahalgam attack and launching of Operation Sindoor by Indian Armed Forces in response to it. Battling immense pressure due to these circumstances and online backlash for going ahead with the match, Suryakumar-led Indian side maintained their dominance from ball one, clinching a seven wicket win.

2025-09-14T21:09:48.686187+00:00 IST

Cricket

"A proper reply": Indian skipper Surya on no handshakes with Pak

Skipper Suryakumar's knock of 47* and economical spells from spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel were the major highlights as India continued their dominant run in T20Is with a seven-wicket win over Pakistan at Dubai on Sunday.

2025-09-14T20:30:42.943610+00:00 IST

Cricket

"India showed they're invincible": Fans in Dubai express happiness with win over Pakistan in Asia Cup

India gunned down the target with more than four overs to spare despite Saim Ayub leaving the world champions jolted in the powerplay. The Indian cricket team captain Suryakumar Yadav top-scored with an unbeaten 47 off 37 balls as India chased down a 128-run target in just 15.5 overs.

2025-09-14T20:28:40.112104+00:00 IST

Cricket

It's huge victory: BCCI VP Shukla on India's commanding win

Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla extended wishes to the Indian team for its "huge" win over arch-rival Pakistan at the Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday.

2025-09-14T20:17:27.121022+00:00 IST

Cricket

Kuldeep, Rana wish Suryakumar Yadav on his 35th birthday

Indian bowlers Kuldeep Yadav and Harshit Rana wished India's T20 skipper Suryakumar Yadav on his birthday as he turned 35 on Sunday.

2025-09-14T20:16:30.208119+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ind players dedicate win against Pak to Indian armed forces

Indian T20 vice-captain Shubman Gill and skipper Suryakumar Yadav dedicated the seven-wicket win against Pakistan in the ongoing Asia Cup to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack and the armed forces.

2025-09-14T20:16:03.128709+00:00 IST

Cricket

Pak coach explains captain's absence during post-match

White-ball head coach Mike Hesson explained Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha's absence from the post-match presentation after their limp seven-wicket loss to India at the Asia Cup and subtly blamed it on their arch-rival's refusal to the customary post-match handshake in Dubai on Sunday.

2025-09-14T19:58:50.311660+00:00 IST

Cricket

Suryakumar on India's decision to refuse handshake with Pakistan

After a thrilling win over Pakistan by seven wickets in the ongoing Asia Cup, Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav explained the team's decision to refuse a handshake with Men in Green, stating, "there are few things in life are ahead of sportsman spirit."

2025-09-14T19:32:59.471622+00:00 IST

Cricket

Skipper Surya dedicates win to Armed Forces

After a convincing seven-wicket win over Pakistan in the Asia Cup, Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav dedicated the victory to the Indian armed forces and paid a heartfelt tribute to the victims and families affected by the Pahalgam terror attack, saying, "We stand with them."

2025-09-14T19:01:22.700822+00:00 IST

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Kadal Kondattam: TN seals dominance in Ocean Sports Festival

The closing day also offered a vibrant cultural showcase, featuring live performances by local bands, friendly beach volleyball matches, Silambam --a traditional stick martial art of Tamil Nadu -- and an array of local food stalls that delighted spectators

2025-09-14T18:14:15.686750+00:00 IST

Cricket

Asia Cup: Suryakumar's blitz, Kuldeep's magic lead India to win

India left Pakistan gobsmacked with an all-around effort to cruise to a seven-wicket victory with consummate ease in Dubai on Sunday to stay at the top of Group A at the ongoing Asia Cup.

2025-09-14T18:03:09.752377+00:00 IST

Cricket

Rishabh Pant begins rehabilitation journey at BCCI Centre

With India's next World Test Championship assignment looming - a two-Test series against West Indies at home (October 2-6 in Ahmedabad and October 10-14 in Delhi) - the timing of Pant's return is crucial, and the selection for the series is expected in the last week of September, making his rehabilitation timeline critical, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-09-14T17:51:31.323946+00:00 IST

Others

Swiss Ladies Open: Ridhima, Hitaashee finish in tie for 24th

Hitaashee and Ridhima played together in the first group from the first tee in the morning. Hitaashee had one birdie and one bogey on the front nine, while Ridhima had nine straight pars. On the back nine, both had three birdies and one bogey each for similar rounds of 69 and a total of 4-under for the week

2025-09-14T17:39:39.327041+00:00 IST

Cricket

England, SA left frustrated after rain washes out third T20I

England skipper Harry Brook and South Africa captain Aiden Markram rued the missed opportunity to test out their combination for next year's T20 World Cup after the third contest was washed out due to rain in Nottingham on Sunday.

2025-09-14T17:26:07.575345+00:00 IST