Sports

China men’s hockey team arrives in Rajgir ahead of Men’s Asia Cup

The China Men's Hockey Team arrived in Bihar on Monday afternoon to compete in the prestigious Men's Asia Cup Rajgir, Bihar 2025, scheduled from August 29 to September 7 at the Rajgir Hockey Stadium, as per a press release from Hockey India.

2025-08-25T14:20:41.782148+00:00 IST

The ball-blunting monk: Pujara’s Test career in numbers

While his ODI career did not last beyond five matches and 51 runs, Pujara's Test numbers are something he can be proud of. With 7,195 runs in 103 Tests and 176 innings at an average of 43.60, including 19 centuries and 35 balls, he is India's eighth-highest Test run-getter. Only his predecessor, Rahul Dravid (10,524 runs in 134 Tests with 28 centuries) has more runs at this spot for India, a proof of his quality of batsmanship and consistency.

2025-08-25T13:47:25.611189+00:00 IST

Harshit Rana says he is 'fully prepared' for Asia Cup 2025

India will begin their campaign against hosts UAE on September 10, followed by the much-anticipated clash against Pakistan on September 14, with both matches set to be played in Dubai. India will play their final group stage fixture against Oman on September 19 in Abu Dhabi.

2025-08-25T13:42:24.802319+00:00 IST

A look at head coaches of all teams ahead of PKL Season 12

In the fast-paced world of PKL, the coaches along with the players play a crucial role in determining the success of a team. Let us look at the head coaches of all teams, some of them being highly influential figures in the history of Indian kabaddi.

2025-08-25T13:14:06.800234+00:00 IST

England's Archer hopes to remain injury-free en route to Ashes

England tearaway Jofra Archer isn't in the mood to miss out on any game in future due to injury. With the Ashes, the oldest rivalry in cricket, set to unfold in November, the 30-year-old declared that every ball he bowls before charging at the opposition in Australia will be a buildup to that.

2025-08-25T12:43:55.683618+00:00 IST

Dan van Niekerk comes out of retirement for ICC Cricket World Cup

Former South Africa skipper Dane van Niekerk has decided to make a return to international cricket. She has been included in the 20-member squad that will participate in the home cap for the preparations of the upcoming ICC Women's Cricket World Cup later this year.

2025-08-25T11:44:00.198091+00:00 IST

ISRL welcomes Tricolor Motorsports as new franchise

Backed by a leading US-based business conglomerate and led by industry veteran Pradeep Lala, Tricolor Motorsports marks a significant step in ISRL's global expansion strategy.

2025-08-25T11:37:02.700926+00:00 IST

Cricket

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Warriorz League Finale concludes in Lucknow, 'Be Yourself' win

The finale ceremony was graced by Leena Johri, Additional Chief Secretary, Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Uttar Pradesh. In the College category, 'Be Yourself', led by Captain Aradhya Shukla, secured the championship title, with 'Ayurvedic Hurricane', captained by Fiza, finishing as runners-up. In the Corporate category, 'Dominos Warriors', under Captain Sumit Yadav, emerged as winners, while 'Master Blaster', led by Ashish, claimed the runners-up position, as per a press release from UP Warriorz.

2026-01-19T13:02:57.470023+00:00 IST

Steve Smith says “ship has sailed” for major T20I tournaments

The star Aussie batter Steve Smith expressed his aspirations of featuring in a T20I for Australia in the Olympics, but admitted that playing for his country in big T20I tournaments may not be possible anymore, saying "that ship has sailed," according to ESPNcricinfo.

2026-01-19T12:58:35.166430+00:00 IST

Bailey gives fitness updates on Cummins, Hazlewood, David

Cummins, who came after a long back injury layoff during the third Ashes Test in Adelaide and took six wickets in the series-sealing match, did not feature for four of five Ashes Tests, opting to miss the latter part of the series in order to keep his legs fresh for the T20 World Cup, even though he looked in excellent shape and form at Adelaide. Hazlewood missed the entirety of the marquee series, having hurt his right hamstring in November during Sheffield Shield action, while David's hamstring strain, the most recent injury concern, cut short his Big Bash League (BBL) stint with Hobart Hurricanes.

2026-01-19T11:56:44.858979+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Australian Open: Mixed pair of Sania-Rohan storm into 2nd round

The semi-finalists from Rio 2016 Saina Mirza and Rohan Bopanna defeated Australian wild card entry Jaimee Fourlis and Luke Saville 7-5, 6-3 in an hour and 14 minutes.

2023-01-21T16:36:05.512511+00:00 IST

Australian Open: Rublev, Rune match into R16

Rune of Denmark emerged victorious in his third-round match with the Frenchman Ugo Humbert despite twisting his right ankle

2023-01-21T09:08:55.573778+00:00 IST

Australian Open: Korda shocks seventh-seed Medvedev

This win saw Korda rise to number 28 in ATP Live Rankings and could see a new career high after the tournament but Medvedev, a former world number one has dropped out of the top 10 to sink to number 12 in the live rankings.

2023-01-21T03:42:52.948365+00:00 IST

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World Athletics C'ships: Off-colour Neeraj finishes 8th

The World javelin title went to Trinidad and Tobago's Keshorn Walcott, who managed the best throw of 88.16 m, marking his first World Championship gold 13 years after his Olympic triumph in London. At the second spot was Anderson Peters, the Olympics 2024 bronze medalist with a best throw of 87.38 m, followed by America's Curtis Thompson with a throw of 86.67 m.

2025-09-18T12:00:34.600089+00:00 IST

Satwiksairaj-Chirag move to QFs of China Open

Satwik and Chirag, who recently finished runners-up at the Hong Kong Open, made a light work out of Chieh and Chi-Lin, beating them in straight games by 21-13, 21-12 in just 33 minutes, as per a press note from the Badminton Association of India (BAI).

2025-09-18T11:12:21.323671+00:00 IST

"Be more clinical and aggressive": Joginder Narwal reveals advice that ignited Dabang Delhi's assertive comeback win

Dabang Delhi K.C. head coach Joginder Narwal was delighted with his team's comeback win against Telugu Titans at the SMS Indoor Stadium in Jaipur on Wednesday. The table toppers scripted a 33-29 win, extending their winning streak to six matches, courtesy of a complete team performance, as per a release from Pro Kabaddi League (PKL).

2025-09-18T08:47:53.455556+00:00 IST

Football

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FC Goa fly high with 3-0 win, hand Bengaluru FC their first loss

FC Goa triumphed over Bengaluru FC with a comprehensive 3-0 victory at the Fatorda Stadium in Goa in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season on Saturday.

2024-11-02T17:21:29.657951+00:00 IST

PL: Isak powers Newcastle United to 1-0 win over Arsenal

Alexander Isak's header sealed an emphatic 1-0 win for Newcastle United against Arsenal in the Premier League on Saturday at St. James' Park.

2024-11-02T16:48:23.270891+00:00 IST

Capt N Kenguruse Memorial Football Tournament kicks off

The eighth edition of the Capt N Kenguruse, Maha Vir Chakra Memorial Football Tournament, themed 'Bigger Better Bolder,' was inaugurated with an enthralling opening ceremony at Indira Gandhi Stadium, Kohima, on Saturday. A total of 16 teams are participating in this prestigious tournament.

2024-11-02T12:44:39.680480+00:00 IST

Hockey

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''We stuck to our plan,'' says Indian Hockey Team Coach Craig Fulton after 5-0 over Malaysia

Indian Hockey Team coach Craig Fulton is thrilled with the team's performance in the Asian Champions Trophy after India defeated Malaysia 5-0 at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium in Chennai on Sunday.

2023-08-07T04:06:58.466086+00:00 IST

''We don't want to take any team lightly,'' says Hardik Singh

Speaking to ANI Hardik Singh said, ''We are going match by match. Be it China or Korea. We are going as per our strategies and tactics. We don't want to take any team lightly.''

2023-08-07T04:06:12.826988+00:00 IST

Pakistan hockey lauds govt's step to send cricket team to India

Currently, the Pakistan hockey team is in India to play in the Asian Champion Trophy, which is being held in Chennai.Also, the Pakistan government announced on Sunday that it will send the national men's senior team to play the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, which will be held for the first time in its entirety in India from October 5 to November 19.

2023-08-06T18:16:57.195031+00:00 IST

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"It's great when we win for the country": Elavenil Valarivan

Elavenil, along with fellow Olympian Arjun Babuta, secured the top podium finish in the event held in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, on Saturday.

2025-08-25T11:01:46.115120+00:00 IST

Others

World Archery Youth Championships 2025: Sharvari strikes gold

Sharvari Shende wrapped up India's campaign at the World Archery Youth Championships 2025 by striking gold in the Under-18 women's recurve event in Winnipeg, Canada.

2025-08-25T10:36:15.822130+00:00 IST

Others

MYAS invites nominations for National Youth Award 2024

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) on Monday invited nominations for the National Youth Award (NYA) 2024, aimed at recognising young individuals and voluntary organisations for their contribution to national development and social service.

2025-08-25T10:28:13.296462+00:00 IST

Cricket

Trott joins Gulf Giants as head coach in ILT20

ILT20 outfit Gulf Giants have roped in former England top-order batter Jonathan Trott as head coach and former New Zealand tearaway Shane Bond as bowling coach for the upcoming season, replacing Andy Flower and Ottis Gibson, respectively.

2025-08-25T09:11:50.989391+00:00 IST

Football

Jamil's appointment as India Coach a matter of pride: Chaubey

All India Football Federation (AIFF) President Kalyan Chaubey believes it is a matter of pride that an Indian becomes a coach for India's national team, reflecting on Khalid Jamil's appointment as head coach for the Indian Senior Men's National Team.

2025-08-25T09:03:03.213796+00:00 IST

Cricket

"Sports is a field that connects people": PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Monday, while addressing a joint press meet with Fiji PM Sitiveni Rabuka, emphasised that sports connect people, highlighting rugby in Fiji and cricket in India as examples.

2025-08-25T08:50:36.869012+00:00 IST

Others

Crushers start Super 4 on top after mixed day of results

The Yuva Andhra Championship 2025, a feeder into the Telugu Kabaddi League, at the Chennupati Ramakotaiah Municipal Corporation Indoor Stadium, entered its Super 4 stage on Sunday, with each team winning one and losing one.

2025-08-25T06:48:55.406874+00:00 IST

Cricket

South Delhi Superstarz crowned Women’s DPL title

Chasing 122 for victory, the Queens were under pressure right from the start. They lost early wickets and were soon pegged back further when rain interrupted play.

2025-08-25T06:34:42.886020+00:00 IST

Hockey

Defending Champions Korea arrive in Bihar for Asia Cup Rajgir

The Korea Men's Hockey Team touched down in Bihar on Sunday night ahead of the prestigious Hero Men's Asia Cup Rajgir, Bihar 2025, which is scheduled to be played from 29th August to 7th September.

2025-08-25T06:20:40.994131+00:00 IST

Cricket

Pakistan announces 15-member squad for Women's CWC

Fatima Sana is set to lead Pakistan in the upcoming ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025, as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Monday announced a 15-member squad.

2025-08-25T05:51:39.891562+00:00 IST

Cricket

Samson's explosive century sets up thrilling win for Kochi

His innings of 121 off 51 balls included 14 fours and seven sixes, which propelled Kochi towards victory and put him in the limelight ahead of the Asia Cup 2025. Sanju didn't bat in the tournament opener against Adani Trivandrum Royals.

2025-08-25T05:44:23.445361+00:00 IST

Cricket

Dream11 to part ways with BCCI as lead sponsor

Fantasy sports platform Dream11 is set to part ways with the Indian cricket team as its lead sponsor, following the Online Gaming Bill being passed in the Parliament last week. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Devajit Saikia on Monday confirmed the development, citing the Online Gaming Bill as the reason.

2025-08-25T05:38:03.606666+00:00 IST

Cricket

CPL: Shakib Al Hasan puts Falcons back on winning course

Imad Wasim won the toss and the Falcons chose to bowl first in their last match on home soil in this tournament. A solid effort with the ball and in the field saw three run outs in the final over as the Patriots failed to fire with the bat and lost regular wickets.

2025-08-25T04:28:42.083821+00:00 IST

Football

India U17 women slam eight past Bhutan

It was the Young Tigresses' third consecutive win of the tournament. Besides Anushka's (53', 61', 73') stellar performance, Abhista Basnett (23', 89') scored a brace while Pearl Fernandes (71'), Divyani Linda (77'), and Valaina Fernandes (90+2') were on target. India led 1-0 at half-time.

2025-08-25T03:08:16.589536+00:00 IST