Sports

Tax rates on IPL tickets increase up to 40%

The final ticket prize for an IPL match, which has a base prize of Rs 1,000, will now be upto Rs 1,280-1,400, as per ESPNCricinfo. This raise puts the IPL in India's highest GST bracket, alongside casinos, race clubs, or any place featuring casinos or race clubs.

2025-09-04T12:02:55.208426+00:00 IST

Indian Women’s Team all set to kick off their Asia Cup campaign

The Indian Women's Hockey team is all set to take on Thailand as they kick off their Women's Asia Cup 2025 journey on September 5.

2025-09-04T11:55:43.851367+00:00 IST

World Boxing C'ships: 4 Indians to take charge on day one

While Gulia, Jamwal, Lovlina have a bye in the opening round, Nikhat Zareen will take on Jennifer Lozana of USA, as per a press release from Boxing Federation of India (BFI).

2025-09-04T11:51:42.162602+00:00 IST

"Match was close...": Bengal Warriorz coach Naveen after loss

Despite a strong performance from captain Devank Dalal, who scored 17 raid points and completed a Super 10, they were unable to recover after a few costly errors as Puneri Paltan capitalised and won against the young Warriorz squad.

2025-09-04T11:15:02.147216+00:00 IST

Dinesh Karthik's appeal for stampede victims

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) mentor and batting coach Dinesh Karthik on Thursday expressed his condolences and support for the victims who tragically lost their lives in the stampede outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium during the team's victory celebrations on June 4.

2025-09-04T09:12:36.865496+00:00 IST

"IPL provided platform for comeback": Amit Mishra

Mishra also said that former Indian opener Virender Sehwag called him and wanted the wrist spinner in his team.

2025-09-04T08:54:40.911769+00:00 IST

UAE announces 17-member squad for Asia Cup 2025

Opening batter Muhammad Waseem is set to lead the 17-member UAE squad in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, which begins in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, 9 September.

2025-09-04T08:50:46.395959+00:00 IST

Cricket

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Rohit Sharma to receive Honorary Doctorate at ADYPU Convocation

Ajeenkya DY Patil University (ADYPU) is gearing up for a historic academic celebration this weekend. The university announced today that its landmark 10th Convocation Ceremony will be a star-studded affair on Saturday at the ADYPU Campus, DY Patil Knowledge City, Charholi Bk, Pune, with Indian cricket legend Rohit Sharma as a key highlight, according to a release.

2026-01-22T11:08:53.905100+00:00 IST

ECB appoints Troy Cooley as England pace-bowling lead coach

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has appointed Troy Cooley as England pace-bowling lead coach. Cooley returns to England's coaching set-up after more than 20 years.

2026-01-22T10:47:55.685732+00:00 IST

Will Jacks misses Sri Lanka vs England 1st ODI due to illness

England batting all-rounder Will Jacks is not featuring in the first Sri Lanka vs England ODI of the three-match series, on Thursday, at the R.Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. At the toss, England captain Harry Brook announced that illness has ruled Jacks out of the match.

2026-01-22T10:17:33.222935+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Camila Giorgi downs Rebecca Peterson to win Merida Open

Caty McNally and Diane Parry outplayed Wang Xinyu and Wu Fang-hsien 6-0, 7-5 in one hour and 12 minutes to claim the Merida Open doubles title.

2023-02-27T10:57:14.900367+00:00 IST

Cameron Norrie battles past Carlos Alcaraz for Rio Open title

Second seed Norrie rallied for a 5-7, 6-4, 7-5 victory after two hours and 42 minutes in the ATP 500 final.

2023-02-27T10:43:08.667747+00:00 IST

Max Purcell crowned Bengaluru Open 2023 champion

Max Purcell landed his second ATP Challenger title within a week when he clinched the title at the Bengaluru Open 2023 at the KSLTA Stadium here on Sunday.

2023-02-26T17:10:28.076890+00:00 IST

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China Open: Alcaraz survives ankle injury scare, advances to R2

Alcaraz produced dead silence from the audience when he went down to the court 20 minutes into the match, needing some help with his left ankle, but nonetheless continued to script an easy 6-4, 6-2 win, as per Olympics.com.

2025-09-25T13:52:21.060285+00:00 IST

Olympian Sajan eyes 200m butterfly glory in Asian Aquatic C'ship

After missing qualification for the Paris Olympics and taking a break from the sport, the 31-year-old has eased back into competition this year and now aims to dip under the two-minute mark in his signature event against Asia's best, as per a press release from the Swimming Federation of India (SFI).

2025-09-25T13:41:31.864104+00:00 IST

ISSF Junior World Cup: India takes early lead in medal tally

The men missed out on the gold in the same event, had to settle for a silver and bronze, but it was all enough to help India take an early lead in the medal tally, as per Olympics.com.

2025-09-25T12:12:04.402954+00:00 IST

Football

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Nistelrooy reflects on joining Leicester City as new manager

Leicester City has appointed the 48-year-old Dutchman, Ruud van Nistelrooy, as the new manager,

2024-11-30T13:47:53.414639+00:00 IST

"It's a good win": Crespo after winning against NEUFC in ISL

East Bengal FC snapped their eight-match winless run against NorthEast United FC (NEUFC) to register their first victory in the ongoing Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season

2024-11-30T13:27:23.182252+00:00 IST

Ruud van Nistelrooy appointed new manager of Leicester City

Leicester City has appointed the 48-year-old Dutchman, Ruud van Nistelrooy, as the new manager, bringing a wealth of experience from his illustrious career both as a player and a coach. Van Nistelrooy has agreed to terms on a contract that will keep him with the club until June 2027

2024-11-30T13:17:01.761577+00:00 IST

Hockey

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Khelo India Jr. Women’s Hockey: SAI Shakti, Punjab register wins

SAI Shakti, Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy, Har Hockey Academy, Pritam Siwach Hockey Academy, Sonepat, SAI Bal and HIM Hockey Academy won their respective Pool games on day 4 of the 3rd Khelo India Junior Women’s Hockey League (Phase-2).

2023-08-29T14:24:07.744683+00:00 IST

"Loss to Malaysia in 2018 Asian Games was heartbreaking...":

The Asian Games will take place from September 23 to October 8 in China. Becoming the Asian Champion will help the Indian side qualify for the Paris Olympics automatically. In the 2018 Asian Games semis, after drawing 2-2 in the full time, India lost by 6-7 to Malaysia on penalties. But this year, they beat Malaysia in the final of the Asian Champions Trophy to capture their fourth title.

2023-08-28T17:54:30.268348+00:00 IST

Indian women’s hockey team wins inaugural Women’s 5s Asia Cup

Subsequently, India qualified for the FIH Women Hockey 5s World Cup Oman 2024, finishing first in the Elite Group. For India, Mariana Kujur (2’, 8’), Monika Dipi Toppo (7’), Jyoti (10’, 27’), Navjot Kaur (23’), and Mahima Choudhary (29’) were on target. For Thailand, Kunjira Inpa (5’) and Sanpoung Kornkanok (5’) were on target.

2023-08-28T17:42:51.608860+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Dream League of India announces first-ever player trials

Dream League of India (DLI), India's biggest Tennis Cricket Ball League, has announced its first-ever player trials, which will be held in Gurugram on October 1 and October 2.

2025-09-04T08:48:38.516363+00:00 IST

Cricket

Amit Mishra weighs in on India's much-debated Asia Cup clash

Veteran leg-spinner Amit Mishra gave his take on the highly debated clash between India and Pakistan in the upcoming Asia Cup, which is scheduled to be held on September 14. He feels just like the India Champions withdrew from the game against their arch-rival, the same scenario should unfold in the Asia Cup as well.

2025-09-04T08:27:55.899595+00:00 IST

Cricket

I was depressed: Amit Mishra opens up about five-year hiatus

Seasoned leg-spinner Amit Mishra, who bid adieu to a 25-year odyssey in professional cricket on Thursday, revealed that he struggled with depression after being sidelined for five years following his debut and wished he had made his comeback earlier.

2025-09-04T07:14:17.379143+00:00 IST

Cricket

ED begins questioning cricketer Shikhar Dhawan

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday morning began questioning Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan in its ongoing money laundering probe linked to the illegal 1xBet betting platform.

2025-09-04T06:46:18.297112+00:00 IST

Cricket

Amit Mishra narrates how Dhoni lost his cool after CT final 2013

Experienced leg-spinner Amit Mishra spilt the beans about the moments that transpired after India lifted the Champions Trophy in 2013 in Birmingham.

2025-09-04T06:24:08.059968+00:00 IST

Cricket

Amit Mishra bids adieu to international cricket

A remarkable career of over 25 years, iconic Indian leg-spinner Amit Mishra announced his retirement from professional cricket on Thursday.

2025-09-04T06:14:25.229220+00:00 IST

Tennis

Bhambri advances to men’s doubles semi-finals in US Open

Indian tennis player Yuki Bhambri, along with his partner from New Zealand, Michael Venus, has advanced to the men's doubles semi-finals in the Grand Slam.

2025-09-04T05:52:21.786116+00:00 IST

Tennis

Sinner advances to US Open semi-finals against Auger-Aliassime

World number one Jannik Sinner steamrolled past countryman Lorenzo Musetti at the US Open, by 6-1, 6-4, 6-2 in the first all-Italian men's major quarter-final to advance into the final fours.

2025-09-04T04:47:25.821542+00:00 IST

Cricket

CPL: Saint Lucia Kings clinch playoff spot

Game 20 of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) saw Saint Lucia Kings beat Trinbago Knight Riders by seven wickets with 53 balls remaining.

2025-09-04T04:10:59.263699+00:00 IST

Tennis

Anisimova takes down Swiatek in US Open quarter-finals

Amanda Anisimova advanced into the final fours of the US Open with a remarkable comeback against Iga Swiatek, winning by 6-4, 6-3 in a one-hour and 36-minute encounter and overcoming her 6-0, 6-0 defeat in the Wimbledon final earlier this year.

2025-09-04T03:48:27.125830+00:00 IST

Tennis

Osaka defeats Muchova, powers into grand slam semi-finals

Naomi Osaka storms into the semi-finals of the US Open, defeating Karolina Muchova on Wednesday, in straight sets 6-4, 7-6(3). Osaka's victory sets up a semifinal match against Amanda Anisimova, who upset Iga Swiatek earlier in the day.

2025-09-04T03:29:39.987874+00:00 IST

Hockey

"We faced a big learning curve...": Mandeep Singh after 2-2 draw

The Indian Men's Hockey Team and Korea played out a 2-2 draw in their opening Super 4s game at the Men's Asia Cup, Rajgir, Bihar 2025. Hardik Singh (8') and Mandeep Singh (53') were the goal scorers for India, while Jihun Yang (12') and Hyeonhong Kim (14') scored for Korea.

2025-09-03T19:01:28.449978+00:00 IST

Hockey

Team India reflects on 2-2 draw against South Korea in Asia Cup

2025-09-03T19:00:35.512160+00:00 IST

Football

Fast, furious India defeat Bahrain in AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifier

India began their AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers campaign with a 2-0 victory against Bahrain at the Suheim Bin Hamad Stadium in Doha, Qatar, on Wednesday. The India U23 men's national team scored one in each half.

2025-09-03T18:20:06.658735+00:00 IST