Alcaraz, a six-time major champion now, will kickstart his fifth stint as world number one and his 37th overall week at the top. Alcaraz was ahead of Sinner in ATP Live Rankings (which decides the ATP Finals competitors) at the tournament start, and now, with a hard-fought 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 victory over the Italian in the final, he has made it to the top of the ATP Rankings as well.

2025-09-08T12:16:44.439400+00:00 IST

Cricket

"To get an RCB franchise in SA20 would be amazing": Graeme Smith

It would not be wrong to say that SA20, which has earned a lot of popularity among the Indian fans for its quality of cricket and superstar presence, is South Africa's very-own IPL, with investors of the cash-rich league putting in their money in teams, which are named after several famous IPL franchises, like Joburg Super Kings, MI Cape Town, Sunrisers Eastern Cape, Durban Super Giants, Pretoria Capitals and Paarl Royals. The competition is unique given the South African conditions and local talent, but these franchise names and team ownership give it the IPL/Indian flavour.

2025-09-08T12:08:45.636824+00:00 IST

Hockey

Manpreet Singh dedicates Asia Cup triumph to Punjab flood victims

As India lifted the Hockey Men's Asia Cup 2025, Manpreet Singh dedicated the triumph as a tribute to the people of Punjab, who are currently battling the devastating floods with remarkable strength and resilience.

2025-09-08T11:26:59.047253+00:00 IST

Others

HYROX Mumbai unites over 3,350 athletes from 50+ countries

The NESCO Centre in Mumbai turned into the ultimate arena of endurance, strength, and community spirit on Sunday as HYROX, the world series of fitness racing, staged its third India edition.

2025-09-08T11:22:36.677194+00:00 IST

Cricket

"Brevis will attract major interest": MICT's star on SA20 auction

The SA20 has grown rapidly since its launch, and last year's auction saw almost 600 players register from across the globe. This year's list of retained and pre-signed stars already boasts big names such as Nicholas Pooran, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, and England's Jos Buttler and Jonny Bairstow. This year's auction will be on September 9.

2025-09-08T11:03:24.440054+00:00 IST

Cricket

Bravo on his first season as head coach of TKR

After an illustrious career as one of the Caribbean Premier League's greatest players, Dwayne Bravo has now stepped into the dugout as head coach of the Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR).

2025-09-08T11:02:53.524824+00:00 IST

Cricket

ICC reveals Player of the Month nominees for August

Fast bowlers Mohammed Siraj, Matt Henry, and Jayden Seales are in the running for the ICC Men's Player of the Month award for August, while Muneeba Ali, Orla Prendergast and Iris Zwilling form the shortlist for the ICC Women's Player of the Month award.

2025-09-08T10:56:42.163401+00:00 IST

Others

Rising Indian talents join AKCEL GP Academy’s global line-up

The AKCEL GP Academy, based at the iconic YAS Marina Circuit, goes beyond racing with 360° driver development; covering technical training, fitness, mental conditioning in partnership with Wishtok for performance and wellness coaching, and career planning, offering a clear, professional roadmap to Formula racing and beyond.

2025-09-08T10:36:43.112266+00:00 IST

Cricket

"Focus now shifts to FIH Men's Hockey World Cup": Harmanpreet

Indian Men's Hockey Team's memorable outing in the Asia Cup Rajgir, Bihar 2025 where they created history by winning the coveted title for the fourth time has not only proven their dominance in Asia but has put them in the race towards World Cup glory - a qualification they were gunning for through this tournament.

2025-09-08T10:23:26.269067+00:00 IST

Others

Telugu Titans players inspire next-gen athletes in special meet

The electrifying spirit of kabaddi came alive at GITAM University as part of a special engagement activity during the ongoing Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12.

2025-09-08T10:20:57.937845+00:00 IST

Cricket

Playing alongside MS Dhoni was real highlight: Noor Ahmad

Afghanistan's rising spinner Noor Ahmad classified playing alongside 'Captain Cool' MS Dhoni at Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League as the "real highlight" of his career.

2025-09-08T10:08:11.850723+00:00 IST

Hockey

Indian women's hockey team cruises past Singapore with 12-0 win

The Indian women's hockey team sealed their place in the Super 4s of the Women's Asia Cup 2025 following a resounding 12-0 victory against Singapore. Hat-tricks from Navneet (14', 20', 28') and Mumtaz (2', 32', 39'), along with a brace from Neha (11', 38'), led India's attack while Lalremsiami (13'), Udita (29'), Sharmila (45') and Rutuja Pisal (53') made valuable contributions to cap a dominant victory.

2025-09-08T09:52:24.864296+00:00 IST

Others

35 debutants to represent India at World Para Athletics C'ships

Marking a new milestone for Indian para sports, 35 athletes will make their World Championships debut at the New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships, held from September 27 to October 5 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

2025-09-08T09:21:16.311701+00:00 IST

Cricket

South Africa fined for slow over rate against England

South Africa's woes continued to mount after slumping to their biggest defeat in the ODIs against England. The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday confirmed that the Temba Bavuma-led side has been fined for a slow over-rate in the third ODI at The Rose Bowl.

2025-09-08T09:13:52.039674+00:00 IST