Sports

Anisimova hails Osaka after reaching US Open final

America's Amanda Anisimova stormed into consecutive Grand Slam finals, continuing her redemption arc by taking down four-time major winner Naomi Osaka in the semi-finals of the women's singles at the US Open.

2025-09-05T08:03:51.196656+00:00 IST

Sachin Tendulkar's pens special note on Teachers' Day

India's legendary batting stalwart, Sachin Tendulkar, remains grateful to his "three guiding hands," who played a pivotal role in his pioneering career from the outset.

2025-09-05T07:03:33.148780+00:00 IST

Messi drops massive hint about leading Argentina in World Cup

Argentine magician Lionel Messi hinted at the possibility of missing the 2026 World Cup title defence. The 38-year-old believes it is "logical" at his age to think that he would sit out of the action, but ultimately, he will take the final call depending on his fitness level.

2025-09-05T06:38:31.757684+00:00 IST

Messi levels Ronaldo's record in potential farewell in Argentina

Lionel Messi, in his potential farewell appearance in Argentina, levelled his long-time arch-rival Cristiano Ronaldo's record with a brace. Meanwhile, Uruguay, Colombia and Paraguay confirmed their qualification for next year's FIFA World Cup, set to be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

2025-09-05T06:33:04.662532+00:00 IST

England in danger, automatic qualification for WC 2027 in turmoil

England's torrid run in the 50-over format, with Harry Brook at the helm, further extended after South Africa plotted its first ODI series win in England's home den since 1998 by taking an unassailable 2-0 lead after the end of the second fixture of the three-match series.

2025-09-05T05:12:04.014829+00:00 IST

US Open: Bhambri's dream run concludes with semi-final heartbreak

Yuki Bhambri's dream run at the US Open and his hope to write a fairytale ending by lifting his maiden Grand Slam title ended in silent suffering. Bhambri, along with his partner, Michael Venus, bowed out in the semi-finals after battling their hearts out against Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski in the men's doubles category.

2025-09-05T04:12:06.651410+00:00 IST

s Australia announce 15-member squad for Women's World Cup

Defending champions Australia announced a star-studded 15-member squad for their upcoming ODI World Cup, which is scheduled to be held in India and Sri Lanka from September 30 to November 2.

2025-09-05T04:00:31.425634+00:00 IST

Cricket

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Adar Poonawalla announces decision to bid for RCB

Serum Institute of India (SII) CEO Adar Poonawala on Thursday announced the decision to bid for the defending Champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).

2026-01-22T16:06:11.167717+00:00 IST

BCB accuses ICC of double standards over T20 WC venue row

Speaking to the media in Dhaka on Thursday after the BCB stood firm on their stance of not travelling to India for their World Cup fixtures following a meeting between the national sports adviser, the BCB and national cricketers, Aminul said India were given the "privilege" of playing all their Champions Trophy matches at one venue, Dubai.

2026-01-22T15:33:32.633795+00:00 IST

"Govt's decision not to play in India due to security concerns": Bangladesh govt adviser Asif Nazrul on T20WC venue issue

Asif Nazrul said that there is no opportunity to reverse the decision to travel to India to participate in the T20 World Cup. He mentioned that the ICC did not act fairly by rejecting Bangladesh's request to relocate the venue and expressed hope that the ICC would ensure justice.

2026-01-22T14:36:30.401429+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Daniil Medvedev ends Novak Djokovic's unbeaten run in Dubai

Medvedev was locked in from ball one, triumphing 6-4, 6-4 to extend his winning streak to 13 matches.

2023-03-04T04:21:14.148773+00:00 IST

Rublev beats Zverev to reach Dubai Tennis Championships final

It took one hour and 58 minutes for the second seed to clinch a spot in the final, saving one set point in the second set to triumph 6-3, 7-6(9) over seventh-seeded Zverev

2023-03-03T18:20:26.486191+00:00 IST

Top seeds Wesley Koolhof-Neal Skupski reach Acapulco SFs

Koolhof/Skupski defeated Sadio Doumbia and Fabien Reboul 6-4, 6-4 to advance to the last four in Acapulco.

2023-03-03T11:32:46.397893+00:00 IST

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"Matter of pride for Sports Authority of India": Vishnu Kant

"It is a matter of pride for the Sports Authority of India that we have completed the target which was given to us," he said.

2025-09-26T04:18:56.823921+00:00 IST

Show love to para athletes like you do for others:Kangana Ranaut

Urging people to cheer for the athletes, she added, "I want you all to root for our para athletes, show love like you support other athletes."

2025-09-26T03:47:52.233818+00:00 IST

Jhajharia hails India hosting World Para Athletics Championship

"It is a matter of pride for the nation that India is hosting the World Para Athletics Championship. Players from all around the world will play in this stadium," Jhajharia told ANI.

2025-09-26T03:31:43.621095+00:00 IST

Football

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ISL 2024-25: Jamshedpur FC to lock horns with Mohammedan SC

Two teams in immediate need of positive results will lock horns when Mohammedan SC (MSC) and Jamshedpur FC (JFC) meet each other at the JRD Tata Sports Complex in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 here on Monday.

2024-12-01T14:51:59.491813+00:00 IST

A look at full list of nominees for Best FIFA Football Awards

The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) announced a list of nominees for the Best FIFA Football Awards 2024 on Sunday where the notable names were Argentina skipper Lionel Messi in the Men's category and Spanish footballer Aitana Bonmati in the Women's category.

2024-12-01T12:42:02.476219+00:00 IST

Singto sums up defeat to MCFC as HFC suffer another setback

Hyderabad FC head coach Thangboi Singto shared his views after his side went down to Mumbai City FC, leading to their sixth defeat of the season.

2024-11-30T17:19:43.154991+00:00 IST

Hockey

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All players deserve credit for this success: Navjot Kaur

The Indian Women’s Hockey Team qualified for Women’s 5s World Cup 2024 after finishing at the top in the Elite group

2023-09-01T09:01:06.840453+00:00 IST

Asian Hockey 5s World Cup Qualifier: Indian team gears up for SF

A victory in the semifinal will not only secure a spot in the final for India but will also guarantee a spot in the 2024 FIH Hockey 5s World Cup. The top three teams in the tournament will earn qualification for the 2024 FIH Hockey 5s World Cup.

2023-09-01T06:54:33.956478+00:00 IST

Men's Asian Hockey 5s WC Qualifier: India beat Japan 35-1

Earlier in the day, India competed against Malaysia in a thrilling affair that went right down to the wire. With Gurjot Singh (7', 11', 17', 29' 30') scoring five goals, and Maninder Singh (12'), and Mohammed Raheel (21') getting a goal each, India won 7-5. Malaysia saw goals from Arif Ishak (6'), Captain Ismail Abu (7'), Muhamad Din (8'), Kamarulzaman Kamaruddin (26'), and Syarman Mat (30+').

2023-08-31T16:35:46.642339+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Former New Zealand star Ross Taylor to represent Samoa

Former New Zealand run machine Ross Taylor is set to represent Samoa at the upcoming Asia-East Asia-Pacific T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier in Oman to push their cause of scripting a maiden appearance for them in next year's global event.

2025-09-05T03:30:30.318014+00:00 IST

Cricket

South Africa's Dewald Brevis embraces 'Baby AB' legacy

South African batting sensation Dewald Brevis, fondly nicknamed 'Baby AB', says being compared to AB de Villiers has always been a privilege rather than a burden.

2025-09-04T20:18:24.170123+00:00 IST

Football

India make it to CAFA Nations Cup playoffs after draw vs Afghanis

The Blue Tigers had to wait for the second match of the day between Iran and Tajikistan, which ended in a 2-2 draw, to learn their fate.

2025-09-04T20:05:08.695758+00:00 IST

Cricket

Sachin, Gambhir pay tribute as Mishra retires from cricket

Amit Mishra, one of India's most consistent movers with the ball, said that the decision was largely based on repeated injuries and the belief that the younger generations need to be allowed to shine on the big stage.

2025-09-04T19:35:06.545378+00:00 IST

Cricket

Chinnaswammy to host first tournament after June stampede

The stadium is one of the designated venues for the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) organised K Thimmappiah Memorial Trophy, a red-ball pre-season tournament featuring 16 teams.

2025-09-04T19:22:15.299644+00:00 IST

Others

World Boxing C'ships: Sakshi continues India's fine start

Sakshi secured a win over her Ukrainian opponent by 5-0 via RSC (Referee Stopped Contest), as per the Boxing Federation of India (BFI).

2025-09-04T19:20:46.001686+00:00 IST

Cricket

1xBet betting case: Shikhar Dhawan leaves ED office

Dhawan, the opener with 10,867 runs and 24 centuries in 269 international matches for India, was summoned by the ED today at 11 am in a money laundering case connected to the illegal 1xBet betting platform.

2025-09-04T19:01:49.567450+00:00 IST

Hockey

"Will bring same fighting attitude...": Shilanand after India win

The Indian Men's Hockey Team came back from a goal down and stormed over the finish line, defeating Malaysia 4-1, in their second Super 4s game at the Rajgir Hockey Stadium, in the Men's Asia Cup Rajgir, Bihar, on Thursday. It was a landmark day for Captain Harmanpreet Singh as well, as he won his 250th cap for the Indian Men's Hockey Team. For the hosts, the goals came from Manpreet Singh (17'), Sukhjeet Singh (19'), Shilanand Lakra (24'), and Vivek Sagar Prasad (38').

2025-09-04T18:18:34.738100+00:00 IST

Others

Deepika Kumari, Jyothi Vennam lead Indian contingent in Gwangju

Indian archers have won 15 medals in the competition - three gold, nine silver and three bronze. All three gold medals and one bronze were won at the last edition in 2023, hosted in Berlin, where India finished first, according to Olympics.com.

2025-09-04T18:11:14.397505+00:00 IST

Others

PKL: First-ever Golden Raid in history sees Ashu Malik seal thrilling win for Dabang Delhi K.C. agai

Ashu Malik scored yet another Super 10, while Fazel Atrachali got a High Five as the two sides took the score to 28-28 and forced a tie-breaker, as per a press release from PKL.

2025-09-04T17:34:09.116411+00:00 IST

Others

PKL: Telugu Titans beat Jaipur Pink Panthers 37-32

The Telugu Titans secured their first win of the Pro Kabaddi League season 12 after beating Jaipur Pink Panthers 37-32 at the Vishwanadh Sports Club in Vizag on Thursday. An all-round performance, led by eight points for skipper Vijay Malik and raider Bharat Hooda each, and Ajit Pawar's High Five, helped the Telugu Titans to the two points. Meanwhile, Nitin Kumar Dhankar's 13 points went in vain.

2025-09-04T17:30:26.666863+00:00 IST

Hockey

"Chances that forwards got...": Harmanpreet after win in Asia Cup

2025-09-04T17:28:10.810582+00:00 IST

Cricket

Chetry replaces Bhatia in India's squad for Women's World Cup

The Women's Selection Committee named Uma Chetry as a replacement for Yastika Bhatia in India's squad for the three-match ODI series against Australia and the upcoming ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025.

2025-09-04T17:10:33.674360+00:00 IST

Tennis

Bhambri expresses his feelings on reaching semi-finals of US Open

After entering the semi-finals of the US Open 2025 semi-finals, Indian tennis player Yuki Bhambri reflected on his impressive journey to the US Open 2025 men's doubles semifinals alongside longtime friend and partner Michael Venus.

2025-09-04T16:52:37.497935+00:00 IST