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T20 WC: Markram win toss; opts to bat vs India in Super 8 clash

South Africa captain Aiden Markram has won the toss and decided to bat against the defending champions India in the Super Eight clash in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup on Sunday.

2026-02-22T13:19:13.439612+00:00 IST

T20 WC: England beat Sri Lanka by 51 runs in Super Eight clash

England produced a commanding all-round performance to secure a convincing 51-run win over Sri Lanka in the Super Eight clash in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup on Sunday.

2026-02-22T12:56:27.109533+00:00 IST

Will Tilak Varma bring his A-game against South Africa in T20 WC?

After an underwhelming group stage with the bat, which saw him get a few starts but not be able to catch up and score big at a fine strike rate, Tilak will be aiming to make an absolute meal of the South African bowling attack. His numbers against the 2024 T20 WC runners-up suggest a special spot for Proteas bowlers as far as his cricket is concerned.

2026-02-22T12:55:33.990711+00:00 IST

Ram Baboo, Manju walk away with full marathon titles on Day 1

Ram Baboo was excited to have started his 2026 season on a bright note, saying he was mentally and physically prepared to win first position here in Chandigarh. "Preparation was good, and I'm happy with my performance," the Uttar Pradesh race walker said.

2026-02-22T11:58:37.027228+00:00 IST

ISL: Chennaiyin FC eyeing quick recovery against MBSG

The Marina Machans went down by a goal in their league opener, despite stringing together several promising attacking plays while dominating possession. The match against Mohun Bagan brings an opportunity for recovery, and head coach Clifford Miranda has been left delighted with what he has seen in training from his players in the past days, as per a press release from ISL.

2026-02-22T11:55:41.670022+00:00 IST

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi meets Bihar CM, receives Rs 50 lakh cheque

Sooryavanshi was the Player of the Match in the finals vs England at the U-19 World Cup for his match-winning inning of 175 runs off 80 balls, comprising 15 fours and sixes each, reaching his century in 55 balls, which is one of the fastest in U-19 World Cup history and helped india win the World Cup for the sixth time.

2026-02-22T11:52:06.076658+00:00 IST

T20WC: Salt becomes England's fifth-highest T20I run-getter

During the clash against Lankan Lions, the co-hosts kept striking at regular intervals; however, it was Salt who kept the English batting afloat with a 40-ball 62, including six fours and two sixes. His runs came at a strike rate of 155.00.

2026-02-22T11:44:09.881538+00:00 IST

Cricket

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“India will definitely win this match”: Rajkumar Sharma

Going into the final, India are chasing a few firsts - first to defend a T20 World Cup title, first host team to win the T20 World Cup and the first to three T20 World Cup championships. For New Zealand, the biggest challenges will be how to keep the star-studded Indian batting line-up relatively quiet and how to deal with Jasprit Bumrah's unerring line and length.

2026-03-08T06:25:50.418276+00:00 IST

Our bowlers must bowl well today: Kuldeep Yadav’s childhood coach

Kuldeep Yadav did not get many chances to play in the tournament except for a match against Pakistan, where he picked up one wicket while conceding 14 runs.

2026-03-08T06:16:25.789818+00:00 IST

Over 2,000 police personnel will be deployed: JCP Ahmedabad

2026-03-08T05:13:15.009700+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Nitto ATP Finals:Alcaraz maintains perfect record against Minaur

After enjoying a career-best season, Carlos Alcaraz kicked off his Nitto ATP Finals campaign in style with a much-awaited opening victory

2025-11-09T17:54:23.417214+00:00 IST

Belief in Indian camp preparing for Billie Jeans King Cup playoff

For the non-playing captain, Vishal Uppal, who will be guiding the team from the sidelines, the focus is on belief, unity and hunger.

2025-11-09T13:19:03.983811+00:00 IST

Elena Rybakina outguns Sabalenka to win WTA Finals

Aryna Sabalenka will finish the 2025 tennis season as the World No. 1, but it was Elena Rybakina who had the final word

2025-11-09T11:30:12.334975+00:00 IST

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Saina Nehwal honoured with the Bhavya Bharat Bhushan Award

Olympian shuttler Saina Nehwal was honoured with the Bhavya Bharat Bhushan Award by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at the Isha Yoga Centre in Coimbatore.

2026-02-16T03:18:01.606121+00:00 IST

Hyman, Wohlwend power Goa Aces JA Racing to victory

Executing a clean run through traffic, Hyman entered the mandatory swap window (19-22 minutes) in control and handed over the car with nearly a 20-second cushion, putting Goa Aces JA Racing firmly on top.

2026-02-15T15:41:36.432968+00:00 IST

WTT Star Contender Chennai 2026: Desai-Ghorpade finish runners-up

Desai and Ghorpade lost the final 3-0 (11-9, 11-2, 11-8) to mark the best finish for an Indian pairing in the four editions of the WTT Star Contender India, as per a press release.

2026-02-15T14:13:34.837127+00:00 IST

Football

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J&K hits major milestone with Platinum Girls Football League

Jammu and Kashmir created history with the launch of the Platinum Girls Football League, the city's first girls' football league backed by corporate houses, marking a major step forward for women's football in the region.

2026-01-14T14:22:43.991096+00:00 IST

Kerala Blasters confirms its participation in upcoming ISL event

Kerala Blasters has confirmed its participation in the Indian Super League (ISL), starting in February. The club issued an official statement on their social media account (X), thanking the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports for its timely intervention and mediation.

2026-01-14T11:02:47.741397+00:00 IST

India thrash Maldives 11-1

The Indian women's futsal team earned their first-ever international victory in style, defeating Maldives 11-1 at the Nonthaburi Stadium in Nonthaburi, Thailand, in their SAFF Women's Futsal Championship opener on Tuesday

2026-01-13T12:18:20.179985+00:00 IST

Hockey

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Ranchi Royals’ Beauty and Kumari eager to enthrall home crowd

Ranchi Royals gear up for the second season of the Hero Women's Hockey India League (HIL) that gets underway on 28th December, two young stars from Jharkhand are buzzing with excitement at the opportunity of representing their home franchise in their own backyard.

2025-12-19T11:20:32.727840+00:00 IST

Prince Deep Singh confident ahead of HIL 2026

Prince Deep Singh, fresh off a strong performance at the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup where he helped India win the bronze medal, enters the Hockey India League (HIL) 2026 full of confidence. The Tamil Nadu Dragons goalkeeper stood out for India, making crucial saves in the quarterfinal shootout against Belgium and delivering consistent performances throughout the tournament, boosting his confidence for the upcoming league, according to a Hockey India release.

2025-12-18T14:22:53.017314+00:00 IST

After Junior World Cup high, players focus on HIL

After the high of FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup where the Indian team clinched a bronze medal, backed by a valiant comeback to beat Argentina 4-2, the India Colts stars are vying to further impress with their outing in the upcoming Hero Hockey India League (HIL).

2025-12-17T11:27:43.161604+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Shivam Dube: India's post-powerplay powerhouse

Dube has been in fine touch with both bat and ball in the T20 WC so far, having scored 116 runs in four innings at an average of 29.00 and a strike rate of above 178 and a fifty and has taken three wickets at an average of 15.33.

2026-02-22T11:24:50.889819+00:00 IST

Cricket

India lift ACC Women's Asia Cup Rising Stars title

India A Women showcased a dominant performance to clinch the summit clash against Bangladesh, winning by 46 runs in a high-intensity encounter to lift the ACC Women's Asia Cup Rising Stars title on Sunday.

2026-02-22T11:08:17.065861+00:00 IST

Hockey

FIH Men's Pro League: India fall by 4-5 to Australia on penalties

The two sides were tied at 2-2 after full time, with Amit Rohidas (15') and Jugraj Singh (43') putting India in front before a brace from Joel Rintala (47', 56') helped Australia get back on level terms. India went down to the hosts in the penalty shootout, as per a Hockey India press release.

2026-02-22T10:54:11.050689+00:00 IST

Others

Kartik Karkera dazzles in Cognizant New Delhi Marathon

Mumbai's Kartik Karkera scorched the route all along the 11th edition of the Cognizant New Delhi Marathon to annex the prestigious crown here on Sunday morning, according to a release.

2026-02-22T10:50:23.777173+00:00 IST

Cricket

“Big threat against Indian batters": Irfan Pathan on Lungi Ngidi

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan praised South Africa's pace bowler Lungi Ngidi ahead of the Super Eight clash at Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday.

2026-02-22T10:26:59.871121+00:00 IST

Others

Sangram Singh to make history in Argentina at Samurai Fight House

India's most recognisable MMA sports icon, Sangram Singh, prepares to step onto Argentine soil for the first time.

2026-02-22T10:15:23.791338+00:00 IST

Cricket

DCCI welcomes BCCI’s support framework for Blind Cricket

The Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI) has welcomed the recent decision of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to introduce a structured support framework for one of the Founder Member of DCCI the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI), calling it a landmark step for inclusive growth in Indian cricket.

2026-02-22T10:10:24.601098+00:00 IST

Cricket

T20 WC: Sri Lanka wins toss, asks England to bat first

Sri Lanka have won the toss and opted to field against England in the Super 8 Group 2 fixture of the ongoing T20 World Cup in Pallekele on Sunday.

2026-02-22T09:18:35.519199+00:00 IST

Cricket

Doha to host ICC's board and committee meetings

The International Cricket Council has confirmed that Doha, Qatar, will host the next round of ICC Board and Committee meetings from 25-27 March 2026.

2026-02-22T09:02:16.232703+00:00 IST

Cricket

Fresh from his wedding, Shikhar Dhawan returns for BCL glory

The announcement comes on a special personal milestone for Dhawan, who tied the knot on Saturday with his long-time partner in a ceremony attended by close friends and family. As he steps into a new chapter in his personal life, the veteran batter also gears up for another competitive season in the Big Cricket League, building on the momentum from the inaugural edition

2026-02-22T08:49:11.356992+00:00 IST

Others

Tripura to launch 1st State Games 2026

Tripura is set to script a new chapter in its sporting history with the inauguration of the 1st Tripura State Games 2026, scheduled to be held on February 22, 2026, at the prestigious Dasarath Deb State Sports Complex in Agartala.

2026-02-22T08:43:41.300397+00:00 IST

Cricket

Rohan Bopanna wishes "all the best" to Indian team for Super Eigh

India won all their matches in the group stage and finished at the top of the table in group A with 8 points.

2026-02-22T08:36:50.082485+00:00 IST

Cricket

Manjrekar speaks on Suryakumar Yadav's cautious batting

Sanjay Manjrekar praised Suryakumar's 84-run knock in the tournament opener against the USA in Mumbai with his calibrated approach, but feels he really pulled down the shutters quite a lot after that, making it hard for Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, and Rinku Singh in the death over.

2026-02-22T07:28:58.558978+00:00 IST

Others

Shooting League of Karnataka unveils franchise-based format

Featuring the eight teams in a mixed-team format, each side will have 11 players across events. A key participation rule mandates that every team member must compete in at least one qualification match, ensuring broader involvement

2026-02-22T07:27:51.838121+00:00 IST