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FIDE World Cup 2025 to be held in Goa from November onwards

A statement from FIDE said, "The FIDE World Cup 2025 is coming to Goa! From October 30 to November 27, 2025, the world's top players will gather on India's west coast for one of the most exciting chess events. This knockout spectacle brings together 206 players fighting for a share of 2,000,000 US Dollars and three coveted places in the 2026 Candidates Tournament. Every round is win-or-go-home, making the World Cup one of the most dramatic tournaments on the calendar."

2025-08-26T16:42:32.414053+00:00 IST

Maharaja Trophy: Hubli Tigers post dominant 110-run win

Devdutt Padikkal (99* off 64) and Abhinav Manohar (50 off 23) combined to form a dominant partnership of 105 runs in 48 balls and post a formidable total of 210/2 in 20 overs for the Tigers. Ritesh Bhatkal (3/20), K C Cariappa (2/14), Shreesha Achar (2/24) and Yash Punja (2/30) then proceeded to suffocate the Dragons in the second innings and restrict them to 100 runs in 16.1 overs.

2025-08-26T16:22:13.473005+00:00 IST

Former England pacer Ken Shuttleworth passes away at 80

Shuttleworth represented England in five Tests in 1970 and 1971, and made his debut in the series opener of that winter's Ashes-winning tour of Australia. He claimed five wickets in the second innings at Brisbane. Under the captaincy of Richie Benaud, he toured Pakistan with the Commonwealth Team in 1967/8.

2025-08-26T15:51:25.468042+00:00 IST

"Thank you for making my job easier: Virat hails Pujara

Pujara called time on a successful international career for India on Sunday, marking an end of a 13-year-old career where he did the thankless job of tacking the new and shiny red ball, tiring down bowlers in order to make things easy for the Indian middle-order. Pujara made his international debut against Australia in Bengaluru on October 9, 2010. The latter played a total of 103 Tests and amassed 7195 runs at an average of 43.60. Pujara slammed 19 hundreds and 35 half-centuries throughout his international career with a highest score of 206*. He also played five ODIs, scoring 51 runs.

2025-08-26T15:11:34.376713+00:00 IST

Indian junior boxers impress at 3rd Belt, Road International camp

India's young boxers are making their presence felt at the 3rd "Belt and Road" International Youth Boxing Gala - U17/U19/U23 International Training Camp & Tournament, currently underway in Xinjiang, China, from August 15 to 30, 2025.

2025-08-26T14:24:34.007630+00:00 IST

‘Nothing will be given: PKL Season 12 coaches promise all-out war

Season 12 introduces a revolutionary Play-in structure and a revamped Playoffs, which expands qualification from six to eight teams, ensuring every match carries monumental significance. The new format also includes a tie-breaker rule system and a Golden Raid format, promising edge-of-the-seat action.

2025-08-26T14:22:50.170913+00:00 IST

HS Prannoy topples Finland's Oldorff to storm into Round of 32

India shuttler HS Prannoy successfully avoided the fate that Lakshya Sen endured and edged past Finland's Joakim Oldorff in the Round of 64 to storm into the next round of the men's singles event at the ongoing BWF World Championships on Tuesday.

2025-08-26T14:22:28.661751+00:00 IST

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Zadran, Rasooli propel Afghanistan to 38-run win over West Indies

Afghanistan, led by Rashid Khan, handed the Brandon King-led West Indies a convincing 38-run defeat at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, on Monday to kick the three-match T20I series off with a win.

2026-01-20T02:58:32.124057+00:00 IST

WPL: Smriti hails Gautami, Nadine lauds Bell's powerplay impact

RCB's dream run in Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 continued as they secured their fifth successive win in the tournament to become the first to seal the playoff spot, keeping Gujarat Giants (GG) waiting for their berth and giving them a horrendous start to Vadodara's home leg. Gautami's sensational 55-ball 73, with seven fours and a six, anchored the innings for RCB with the right mix of attack and caution after some early wickets and helped them post a total which proved to be too much for GG with Sayali Sathghare, Lauren Bell and Nadine de Klerk troubling the batters with their lethal accuracy and pace.

2026-01-19T19:00:40.524253+00:00 IST

GG skipper "angry, frustrated" at team not winning small moments

While RCB continued their monumental Women's Premier League (WPL) run with their fifth successive win to reach the playoffs, GG's road to playoffs faced another massive roadblock as they fell to their third successive win after a winning start, slipping to fourth spot in the points table. With the Mumbai Indians (MI) and UP Warriorz (UPW) also having the same win-loss record, the other two playoff spots are yet to be filled.

2026-01-19T18:13:43.264252+00:00 IST

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Australian Open: Andrey Rublev knocks out Holger Rune

Rublev saved two match points before winning 6-3, 3-6, 6-3, 4-6, 7-6 (11/9) on Rod Laver Arena.

2023-01-23T08:56:36.469587+00:00 IST

Australian Open: Linette shocks Garcia, sets QF against Pliskova

Linette kept her great run going with a 7-6(3), 6-4 upset against WTA Finals champion Garcia.

2023-01-23T05:37:36.594702+00:00 IST

Australian Open: Aryna Sabalenka downs Belinda Bencic

Sabalenka produced a stunning performance to defeat No.12 seed Bencic 7-5, 6-2 in a match that lasted 87 minutes.

2023-01-23T05:09:02.036942+00:00 IST

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"Had some back issues...": Neeraj after 8th-place finish in Tokyo

Neeraj's hot-streak of 26 top-two finishes since 2021 Kourtane Games - the event that immediately preceded his historic gold medal at Tokyo 2020, ended with a dissapointing eighth place finish at the marquee event with his best throw being a mere 84.03 m.

2025-09-18T16:58:39.358506+00:00 IST

PKL: Jaipur Pink Panthers defeat Bengal Warriorz

In an engaging encounter at the SMS Indoor Stadium, Jaipur Pink Panthers registered a 45-41 victory against the Bengal Warriorz on Thursday.

2025-09-18T16:53:13.401170+00:00 IST

Jhajharia on upcoming World Para Athletics Championships

President of the Indian Paralympic Committee Devendra Jhajharia highlighted the significance of the upcoming World Para Athletics Championships, as India's largest event to date, featuring over 100 nations.

2025-09-18T16:10:06.098270+00:00 IST

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High-flying Punjab FC visit upbeat FC Goa

The two in-form teams FC Goa (FCG) and Punjab FC (PFC), lock horns in the Indian Super League (ISL) at the Fatorda Stadium on Wednesday.

2024-11-05T15:17:05.949820+00:00 IST

"The fans give us extra drive to entertain..": Dimitri Petratos

Dimitri Petratos has become one of Mohun Bagan Super Giant's (MBSG) most reliable players in the Indian Super League (ISL) over the past few seasons, thanks to his remarkable consistency. The Australian forward has netted 23 goals and provided 15 assists in just 52 league appearances for the Mariners (MBSG). His contributions include scoring crucial goals in major matches, such as a brace in the ISL 2022-23 final and pivotal goals in the Kolkata derby. The 31-year-old has forged a special bond with the fans, which he discussed in detail in the latest episode of "In the Stands" with Suyash Upadhyaya. "It's a great emotion especially when you walk out in front of a full house. The fans give us the extra drive to entertain them and get us the results and enjoy the game. We have played in the biggest derby in Asia and it was an amazing feeling," Petrtatos said during the show's first episode of the new season, as quoted by ISL.

2024-11-05T15:05:33.933162+00:00 IST

India head coach Marquez names 26 probables for Malaysia friendly

The Indian senior men's team head coach Manolo Marquez on Tuesday announced 26 probables for the upcoming FIFA International Friendly against Malaysia to be played on November 18 at the GMC Balayogi Gachibowli Stadium in Hyderabad.

2024-11-05T07:51:41.338543+00:00 IST

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Asian Champions Trophy: India to lock horns with arch-rivals Pak

India is at the top of the points table, with three wins and a draw in four matches, with a total of 10 points. On the other hand, Pakistan is in the fourth spot with one win, two draws and a loss in four games, which translates to five points.

2023-08-09T06:24:00.052188+00:00 IST

“First half very important for us”: Pakistan coach

Ahead of the much awaited clash of the Asian Champions Trophy, Pakistan head coach Muhammad Saqlain claimed that India relies mainly on counter-attack and noted that the first half is very important for his team

2023-08-08T18:09:04.181561+00:00 IST

"We are in situation where we have to win": Umar Bhutta

The Indian men’s hockey team will take on Pakistan in its last group game of the Asian Champions Trophy 2023 at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium in Chennai on Wednesday.

2023-08-08T15:24:50.733275+00:00 IST

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Kho Kho in the Americas: A traditional sport finds new turf

What began as isolated local efforts is steadily transforming into a regional phenomenon, one that unites diverse geographies under a common goal: to embed Kho Kho into the sporting DNA of the Americas.

2025-08-26T14:21:59.530922+00:00 IST

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Asian Shooting Championship: Sift Kaur Samra strikes gold

India's Sift Kaur Samra ensured the nation's stellar run continued at the Asian Shooting Championship 2025 in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, by scripting a gold medal victory in the women's 50m rifle 3 positions event on Tuesday.

2025-08-26T14:18:16.102565+00:00 IST

Football

Ngumoha speaks on becoming youngest Liverpool goal-scorer

After netting a historic goal for Liverpool, becoming the youngest goal-scorer in the club's history, Rio Ngumoha expressed his happiness at scoring the match-winning goal and recalled how "sensational" he felt with fans chanting his name.

2025-08-26T14:17:44.130900+00:00 IST

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BWF World Championships: 2019 champion PV Sindhu advances to R2

In Paris, France, Sindhu warded off a challenge from Bulgaria's Kaloyana Nalbantova with a 23-21, 21-6 scoreline in 39 minutes, as per Olympics.com.

2025-08-26T14:02:05.514606+00:00 IST

Cricket

Good enough to play all formats: Vihar on switching to Tripura

India's seasoned batter Hanuma Vihari has signed for Tripura as one of their three professionals ahead of the 2025-26 domestic season. The 31-year-old, who finished as Player of the Tournament at the Andhra Premier League, was granted a no-objection certificate (NOC) by the Andhra Cricket Association (ACA).

2025-08-26T13:32:26.113831+00:00 IST

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Telugu Titans aim for glory in Pro Kabaddi League season 12

Adding to the excitement, PKL Season 12 kicks off in Vizag, the Titans' second home, where they enjoy the backing of some of the most passionate and vocal fans in the league. The home advantage could provide a crucial early momentum boost as they look to start strong and lay down a marker. The Titans' management demonstrated strategic consistency by retaining the core squad and making wise investments during the PKL Season 12 Player Auction, spending Rs 4.531 crore to bring in fresh talent. Their decisions reflect a clear intent to challenge for their maiden PKL title in the upcoming campaign.

2025-08-26T13:25:42.318813+00:00 IST

Tennis

New-look Alcaraz starts US Open campaign with a win

The 2022 champion Carlos Alcaraz started his US Open campaign with a new look, a buzz cut and the same form, securing a win over Reilly Opelka in straight sets on Tuesday.

2025-08-26T13:25:06.668449+00:00 IST

Cricket

Sanju Samson continues red-hot run in KCL with quickfire 89

During the match against Thrissur Titans at Thiruvananthapuram, Sanju smashed a brilliant 89 in just 46 balls, with four boundaries and nine sixes. His runs came at a strike rate of above 193.

2025-08-26T12:43:53.983326+00:00 IST

Cricket

India T20I skipper Suryakumar issues crucial fitness update

India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav, who has spent the last five to six weeks at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru en route to recovery after his surgery, issued a fitness update and a detailed explanation of how a structured plan benefited him to regain fitness in time before leading the Asia Cup in a fortnight.

2025-08-26T12:43:13.569845+00:00 IST

Cricket

Siraj speaks on learning Kohli's "fighting approach" towards game

Siraj recalled his learnings from Virat while speaking to Boria Majumdar at Revsportz. Siraj formed a close bond with Virat during his playing days with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) from 2018 to 2024 and for India across all formats, even going on to term him his "superhero" while congratulating the batting legend on a successful Test career following retirement.

2025-08-26T11:46:32.574106+00:00 IST

Cricket

Buchi Babu Trophy: Gaikwad hammers sizzling century

Gaikwad, who is representing Maharashtra, the new home of Prithvi Shaw, tilted at windmills in his initial appearances and returned with scores of 1 and 11 in the 35-run defeat in the first round against Chhattisgarh.

2025-08-26T11:36:46.982474+00:00 IST

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Indian boxers head to Sheffield ahead of World Boxing C'ships

The move is part of BFI's continued efforts to give Indian boxers international exposure and the best possible preparation by ensuring they acclimatise to conditions well before the tournament.

2025-08-26T11:23:22.459000+00:00 IST

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Pro Panja League Season 2 hailed by international coaches

The Pro Panja League (PPL) has established a new benchmark era in professional arm-wrestling. PPL Season 2 was a landmark event, not just for India, but globally, with many observers noting that its professionally curated platform surpasses any international tournament by far and has been recognised World over as the premiere ArmWrestling Tournament of the World, as per a release from PPL.

2025-08-26T09:59:27.546927+00:00 IST

Cricket

Mohammed Siraj opens up about his bond with Test captain Shubman

Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj has revealed the close bond he shares with Test captain Shubman Gill, highlighting both their on-field understanding and off-field camaraderie.

2025-08-26T09:49:50.251345+00:00 IST