Sports

Simarjeet Singh opens up on comparison of DPL with IPL

Delhi Premier League (DPL) franchise Central Delhi Kings bowler Simarjeet Singh revealed that "there is no difference" in pressure whether you play in DPL or in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

2025-08-23T14:01:04.303229+00:00 IST

South Africa get David Miller boost as white-ball sides for England tour announced

The squad that has featured in the ongoing white-ball series against Australia has been strengthened by some major returns. Miller's previous outing for South Africa across formats came in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, when he scored a valiant century in the semi-final loss against New Zealand.

2025-08-23T13:33:23.519102+00:00 IST

Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban among venues in SA for 2027 WC

CSA believes that the CWC 2027 presents a unique opportunity to expand the reach and participation of cricket across Southern Africa, while showcasing the region's rich cultural identity through a memorable and distinctly African event experience. By introducing cricket to non-traditional areas, CSA aims to grow the sport in alignment with its strategic pillar of inclusivity and access.

2025-08-23T13:25:22.920060+00:00 IST

"Don't think he'll...": AB on Bumrah's Asia Cup selection

After his match-winning spell in the finals of the ICC T20 World Cup last year against South Africa, fans will get to see their beloved 'Jassi Bhai' in coloured T20I clothing after a long and remarkable run in white clothing, where five-wicket hauls came galore during the tours to England and Australia.

2025-08-23T13:17:42.393662+00:00 IST

Hockey Haryana win 15th Hockey India Junior Men National C'ship

Hockey Punjab won their 3rd/4th Place match against Uttar Pradesh Hockey 4-3 in a shootout after a 3-3 draw over the four quarters to clinch the bronze medal, as per a press release from Hockey India.

2025-08-23T13:11:58.830576+00:00 IST

KIWSF 2025: Madhya Pradesh finish on top

Madhya Pradesh continued their good form from Friday to finish on top of the medal tally in the first Khelo India Water Sports Festival that concluded at the Dal Lake here on Saturday. Odisha and Kerala finished in the top three largely due to the contribution of athletes who train at the Sports Authority of India centres in Jatpur and Alappuzha.

2025-08-23T13:07:14.567052+00:00 IST

Elavenil-Arjun bag gold at Asian Shooting Championship

Indian shooters Elavenil Valarivan and Arjun Babuta clinched a gold medal in the 10m air rifle mixed team event at the Asian Shooting Championship 2025, which was played in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, on Saturday.

2025-08-23T12:56:13.880942+00:00 IST

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T20 World Cup: Rehan Ahmed and Adil Rashid issued visas to travel

England cricketers Rehan Ahmed and Adil Rashid have recieved their visas to travel to India for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, starting next month, according to ESPNcricinfo.

2026-01-19T01:26:45.837526+00:00 IST

"He is in terrific form": Shubman Gill backs Rohit Sharma

India captain Shubman Gill had backed veteran Rohit Sharma, who had a dismal batting performance in his side's 2-1 loss to New Zealand in the three-match ODI series.

2026-01-18T19:41:25.720046+00:00 IST

ICC U19 World Cup: Afghanistan thrash West Indies

Afghanistan registered their second win in a row in the ongoing ICC U19 World Cup 2026, thrashing the West Indies by 138 runs at the High Performance Oval on Sunday.

2026-01-18T18:34:07.444581+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Australian Open: Swiatek surges into third round

Swiatek prevailed under the closed roof defeating 84th-ranked Camila Osorio 6-2, 6-3 in a match that lasted one hour and 24 minutes.

2023-01-18T04:49:54.020409+00:00 IST

Australian Open: Jabeur, Bencic advance to second round

Jabeur reigned supreme over her opponent by 7-6(8), 4-6, 6-1 in a match that lasted two hours and 17 minutes.

2023-01-17T18:29:55.713504+00:00 IST

Australian Open: Djokovic storms past Baena, enters 2nd round

Djokovic did not drop a beat throughout the match and claimed a clinical win despite a spirited effort from the World No. 75 Carballes Baena. The fourth seed sealed the win in two-hour, and two minutes converting five of nine break points to book a second-round meeting with the winner of the matchup between Hugo Dellien and qualifier Enzo Couacaud.

2023-01-17T18:03:49.047672+00:00 IST

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World Athletics C'ship: Neeraj Chopra qualifies for final

India's two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra qualified for the final of the men's javelin throw event at the World Athletics Championships 2025 in Tokyo on Wednesday, in his first attempt without breaking much of a sweat.

2025-09-17T11:42:35.419723+00:00 IST

"My aim is to perform the best I can”: Jaismine Lamboria

"The World Championship that was organised in Liverpool, UK, from 4-14 September was the first edition of the World Boxing Championship since the is a new federation. I had a total of five fights there. I gained very good experience."

2025-09-17T09:26:16.547727+00:00 IST

Goenka, Deepa Malik extend wishes to PM Modi on his birthday

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 75, wishes and messages poured in from across the country's sporting and business fraternity. Among those extending their greetings were RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group chairman Sanjiv Goenka and Paralympic Committee of India President Deepa Malik.

2025-09-17T08:50:14.441926+00:00 IST

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Disappointed with result but not with boys: Ishfaq Ahmed

Ishfaq Ahmed's boys always played with a proactive mindset and for all three points. They had been steamrolling opponents left, right and centre. 28 goals in nine matches this year say it all. They have beaten Indonesia at their home. Against Thailand, they led twice in an environment they had never played football in before - a passionate opposition crowd, jeers, whistles and non-stop drumming. But none of that prevented Ngamgouhou Mate from coolly slotting his penalty or Vishal Yadav from thumping home a stupendous volley from Ninghthoukhongjam Rishi Singh's perfect cross

2024-10-29T10:18:40.180073+00:00 IST

Vinicius Junior breaks silence on Ballon d'Or snub

Manchester City midfielder Rodri has been named the 2024 Men's Ballon d'Or winner following his outstanding performance during the 2023-24 season, in which he helped his club secure the English Premier League title for the fourth consecutive time.

2024-10-29T03:56:45.321704+00:00 IST

Man City midfielder Rodri wins Ballon d'Or 2024

2024-10-28T22:50:14.390079+00:00 IST

Hockey

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Pakistan Hockey team arrive in India via Attari-Wagah border for Asian Champions Trophy

Muhammad Saqlain coach of the Pakistan Hockey team said, "The team is travelling to Chennai to play in the Asian Champions Trophy and teams from all over Asia will feature in the tournament. Through sports, we hope to build our relationship stronger."

2023-08-01T08:04:15.843980+00:00 IST

'Next two months crucial': Indian hockey team captain

The Indian hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh and vice-captain Hardik Singh talked about the team’s preparations for the upcoming important tournaments including the Asian Champions Trophy Chennai 2023 which will be followed by the Hangzhou Asian Games, where the Indian team will be competing for direct qualification of the Paris Olympic Games 2024.

2023-08-01T08:03:31.527349+00:00 IST

Indian Men's team arrive for Asian Hockey Champions Trophy 2023

Men's Hockey team chief Coach Craig Fulton arrived at the Chennai airport where he said that his team will try to do well in the tournament and they are excited to play at home.

2023-08-01T00:36:11.047852+00:00 IST

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Football

Arteta's Arsenal aim to "dig" for gold in the new PL season

After securing a narrow 1-0 win over Manchester United in their opening match, the Gunners willl be aiming to improve further in their fixture against Leeds United on Saturday.

2025-08-23T12:34:33.640555+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ngidi reveals inspiration behind set-up to dismiss Labuschagne

Ngidi's majestic 5/42 while defending 278 against the Aussies helped his side skittle out the 50-over World Champions for just 193 runs as they secured the three-match series with a game left. Ngidi's five-wicket haul in the second ODI against Australia earned him the Player of the Match award, his first in any format in nearly three years.

2025-08-23T11:58:53.691432+00:00 IST

Football

Anto Augustine urges fans to come in big numbers when Messi comes

The Argentine Football Association (AFA) has officially confirmed that Lionel Messi and the Argentine national football team will visit Kerala from November 10 to 18. Confirming the development, Anto Augustine, Managing Director of Reporter Broadcasting Company Private Ltd, the Kerala government's official partner for the project said, "The Argentine Football Association has officially confirmed Messi and the team's visit to Kerala from November 10 to 18. I request the people of Kerala and Messi fans across the country to enjoy and celebrate the event."

2025-08-23T10:17:16.571596+00:00 IST

Cricket

Lochan Gowda powers Mangaluru Dragons past Shivamogga Lions

Lochan Gowda's (63 off 32) breathtaking knock granted the Mangaluru Dragons a five-run win over the Shivamogga Lions at the Shriram Capital Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20. Tushar Singh's (89 off 48) fluent innings took Shivamogga Lions deep into the chase, but Kranthi Kumar held their nerve at the death to become the first team to seal a berth in the playoffs, as per a release from KSCA.

2025-08-23T09:06:41.994615+00:00 IST

Hockey

Malaysia, first team to arrive for Asia Cup Rajgir, Bihar 2025

Malaysia arrived in Patna, Bihar on Saturday morning for the prestigious Asia Cup Rajgir, Bihar 2025. Malaysia were the finalists in the previous edition held in Jakarta where they lost the title match to Korea 1-2 but this time, the Captain expressed that the team is here to win, as per a release from Hockey India.

2025-08-23T07:11:56.413403+00:00 IST

Cricket

DPL: South Delhi, Central Delhi Queens set for final showdown

The stage is set for a blockbuster finale as the South Delhi Superstarz take on the Central Delhi Queens in the Women's Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2025 grand final on Sunday at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium, as per a release from DPL.

2025-08-23T06:57:56.191863+00:00 IST

Others

Having assembled a well-balanced team,UP Yoddhas eye PKL 12 glory

Since making their PKL debut in 2017, the Yoddhas have been one of the most consistent teams in the league, having qualified for the Playoffs in every season with Season 10 being the only exception.

2025-08-23T06:44:30.709679+00:00 IST

Cricket

Playoff hopes on the line as Purani Dilli 6 seek turnaround

Purani Dilli 6 will look to revive their Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2025 campaign when they take on West Delhi Lions at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday. With playoff hopes hanging by a thread, every remaining fixture has become a virtual knockout for the side, as per a release from Delhi Premier League and Purani Dilli 6.

2025-08-23T06:13:00.362619+00:00 IST

Cricket

Tahir’s five-wicket masterclass powers Guyana to big win

Chasing a stiff target of 212, the Falcons got off to a blazing start, racing to 58 runs in just four overs. Dwaine Pretorius struck twice in quick succession, dismissing openers Rahkeem Cornwall and Jewel Andrew.

2025-08-23T05:52:57.907748+00:00 IST

Football

Messi and Argentina’s WC winning squad set to play in Kerala

Messi's first visit to India was in September 2011, when the legend was here to play against Venezuela in Kolkata, which his team won 1-0 at Salt Lake Stadium.

2025-08-23T04:12:01.688817+00:00 IST

Football

FIFA President presents first ticket of World Cup Final to Trump

Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented US President Donald Trump with the very first ticket to the tournament's grand finale. The final is scheduled to take place in New York-New Jersey on July 19, 2026.

2025-08-23T03:38:54.635703+00:00 IST

Football

How NEUFC battled their way to back-to-back Durand Cup finals

NorthEast United FC (NEUFC) lifted the Durand Cup last year, but it was more than just a trophy, it marked the club's first-ever piece of silverware and a defining turning point for a side long known for potential that seldom turned into results. Twelve months on, the Highlanders have proven that their triumph was no fluke. By securing a spot in the Durand Cup 2025 final, their second consecutive appearance, they have firmly established themselves as genuine contenders, as per the official website of the Indian Super League (ISL).

2025-08-23T03:06:05.216730+00:00 IST

Football

Durand Cup final: Defending champions NEUFC meets DHFC

NorthEast United FC remain the only ISL side left in the tournament, but standing between them and the trophy are an in-form Diamond Harbour FC, who have already shown they can beat anyone on their day.

2025-08-23T02:37:40.980039+00:00 IST

Football

Ind sees off Bangladesh challenge in SAFF U17 Women’s Champ 'ship

Pearl Fernandes (14') and Bonifilia Shullai (76') were the scorers for India, who led 1-0 at halftime. The win also consolidated India's top spot in the group. They have six points with two wins from two matches.

2025-08-23T02:15:13.490532+00:00 IST