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Indian squad for 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia announced

The Indian senior women's team's 26-member squad for the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026 has been announced.

2026-02-20T18:08:42.068067+00:00 IST

Hesson clears air on Agha exchange, Babar’s batting position

During the pre-match press conference ahead of the Super Eight clash against New Zealand, Hesson explained that the team's strategy and current needs have dictated Babar's role in the middle order.

2026-02-20T17:57:06.508237+00:00 IST

FC Goa cruise past Mohammedan SC to register first win of season

The victory lifted FC Goa to the top of the table with four points from two matches, while Mohammedan remain without a point after their opening two fixtures

2026-02-20T17:42:26.831713+00:00 IST

"Results have to improve": Irfan Pathan on Oman's T20WC campaign

Oman slipped to their 10th successive ICC T20 World Cup loss, the joint-most by any team in the history of the tournament, as a wounded Australian team crushed them by nine-wickets in a dead-rubber match following their early exit from the tournament. Since their win over Papua New Guinea in the 2021 edition, they have slipped to 10 successive losses in the tournament across the 2021, 2024 and 2026 editions, failing to win any match in the latter two editions.

2026-02-20T17:41:57.485295+00:00 IST

CAB president Sourav Ganguly meets Maj Gen DK Singh

Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) president and former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly on Friday met Major General DK Singh, GOC, Bengal Sub Area, as part of efforts to strengthen the bond between the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) and the Army.

2026-02-20T17:19:50.390344+00:00 IST

T20 WC: Australia sign off their campaign with dominant win

Captain Mitchell Marsh led the charge with an unbeaten, explosive half-century, while spinner Adam Zampa produced a clinical bowling performance, finishing with 4/21 in 3.2 overs, keeping Oman under pressure throughout their innings.

2026-02-20T17:13:47.316641+00:00 IST

T20WC: Night of records for Zampa as spinner overtakes Gayle

Zampa achieved this massive upward movement in tournament charts during his side's final group stage match against Oman at Pallekele. Aussies played with nothing to lose, for their pride, and Zampa's 4/21 in 3.2 overs was at the heart of their dominant performance.

2026-02-20T17:13:27.247203+00:00 IST

Cricket

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Suryakumar Yadav responds to Santner's silence home crowd' remark

Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav on Saturday brushed off New Zealand's Mitchell Santner's comment about silencing the home crowd ahead of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final, calling it predictable.

2026-03-07T15:42:55.077199+00:00 IST

Suryakumar Yadav expresses strong support for Varun Chakravarthy

Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav backed India's mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy and expressed strong support for him ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand, on Sunday, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

2026-03-07T15:17:01.045311+00:00 IST

"We just need to stay confident, not overconfident": Amit Mishra responds to Kiwi 'heartbreak' talk ahead of T20 World Cup Final

Former India spinner Amit Mishra on Saturday downplayed New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner's comment about "breaking some hearts" by winning the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 final, saying the defending champions will stay focused on their strengths, ahead of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 final on Sunday.

2026-03-07T15:15:57.787144+00:00 IST

Tennis

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TPL announces Race to Gold Masters Tournaments 2025

The Tennis Premier League (TPL) on Wednesday announced the return of the TPL Race to Gold Masters Tournaments 2025.

2025-10-29T07:16:33.843339+00:00 IST

Sinner captures second Vienna title, outclasses Zverev

The top seed defeated Zverev 3-6, 6-3, 7-5 to capture the title once again after 2023, making a brilliant comeback from being one set down, digging deep and overcoming an impressive start from his opponent. The match, which lasted two hours and 29 minutes, saw Sinner walking away with his 21st tour-level crown.

2025-10-27T03:00:21.092885+00:00 IST

Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi set to shine at Chennai Open 2025

A youthful Indian line-up will take centre stage when the Chennai Open 2025 WTA 250 gets underway at the SDAT Stadium on Monday. All eyes will be on 16-year-old Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi, one of the brightest prospects in Indian tennis, as she gears up to make her mark on home soil, as per Olympics.com.

2025-10-26T20:14:52.635284+00:00 IST

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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, Shikhar Dhawan participates in inauguration ceremony of Delhi Khel Mahakumbh

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Delhi Minister Ashish Sood, and former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan participated in the inauguration ceremony of the Delhi Khel Mahakumbh on Friday.

2026-02-13T17:47:33.507589+00:00 IST

World-class facility at Patiala for Indian fencers ahead of AG26

Developed at an estimated total cost of Rs 22.83 crore, the high-performance centre features state-of-the-art infrastructure that provides an international-standard training environment for athletes, according to a press release from SAI Media.

2026-02-13T13:33:00.362683+00:00 IST

Asian Rifle/Pistol C'ship: India tops charts with 94 medals

On the final day, Indian shooters swept the podium in 25m centre fire pistol and 25m pistol junior events, while also adding three medals in the 50m Rifle Prone Women Senior and Junior events. They also added four gold medals in the team events to end the championship on a high note, as per a National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) press release.

2026-02-13T13:05:15.798878+00:00 IST

Football

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"Tremendous sacrifice from all clubs": Bengaluru FC owner Jindal

In a post shared on X, Jindal said that all clubs are sacrificing to play the ISL in its current format. Jindal hopes players will understand the additional financial burden on clubs and agree to make sacrifices.

2026-01-07T03:25:27.916887+00:00 IST

ISL to start from Feb 14, all clubs will participate

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday said that the Indian Super League (ISL) will start from February 14.

2026-01-06T14:51:46.062821+00:00 IST

Manchester United, head coach Amorim part ways

The Red Devils took to their official website to share the announcement with fans as they sit in the sixth spot in the Premier League table, with eight wins, seven draws and five losses in 19 games and have just 31 points, 17 points less than table-toppers Arsenal (48 points). They have drawn their last three fixtures, winning one and losing one.

2026-01-05T11:09:54.003351+00:00 IST

Hockey

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India beat Ireland 4-0 at FIH Hockey Junior Women’s WC 2025

Purnima Yadav (42',58'), Kanika Siwach (12') and Sakshi Rana (57') scored the goals for India, as per a press release from Hockey India.

2025-12-05T15:34:17.959840+00:00 IST

FIH Junior WC: International teams witness Jallikattu in TN

Teams including Canada, Namibia, Egypt, Austria, China, Bangladesh, Korea, Oman, and tournament officials arrived through the morning for the special visit, experiencing South India's most cherished and indigenous sporting traditions first-hand. Present on the august occasion to greet and interact with the teams was P Moorthy, the Minister for Commercial Taxes and Registration, Government of Tamil Nadu, as per a Hockey India press release.

2025-12-05T13:02:48.137422+00:00 IST

Confident India ready for Belgium in Junior Men's Hockey WC QFs

The PR Sreejesh-coached side has been mercurial in the round-robin stage, notching up significant victories, albeit against sides not traditionally strong in hockey. They beat Chile 7-0, Oman 17-0 and Switzerland 5-0. The team's goalkeepers have hardly been tested against these sides, while the team's attack has had a golden run - scoring a total of 29 goals, the highest by any team in the tournament so far.

2025-12-04T13:15:15.235810+00:00 IST

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Mansukh Mandaviya to Lead 62nd Fit India Sundays on Cycle

The event also coincides with ESIC's celebration of 75 years of service and social security, reinforcing the spirit of Fit India through healthy, active lifestyles, according to a release.

2026-02-20T16:45:52.495875+00:00 IST

Cricket

Morne Morkel reflects on India consisting many lefty batters

From Abhishek Sharma to Shivam Dube, India's squad features as many as seven left-handed batters in their squad. Indian bowling coach Morne Morkel believes India's left-hander-heavy lineup is packed with aggressive batters.

2026-02-20T16:40:40.907566+00:00 IST

Cricket

Adam Zampa becomes 2nd highest wicket-taker in T20WC history

Zampa achieved the milestone during Australia's final group stage match against Oman at Pallekele. Despite Australia being eliminated from the tournament, the experienced spinner delivered a strong performance, returning figures of 4/21 in 3.2 overs.

2026-02-20T16:14:17.133765+00:00 IST

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AFI treasurer Stanley Jones speaks on New Delhi Marathon

The 11th edition of the New Delhi Marathon is scheduled for 22 February 2026. The marathon also serves as a qualifying race for the upcoming Asian Games, offering athletes a pathway to international excellence.

2026-02-20T15:43:30.395221+00:00 IST

Cricket

Indian spinner Rahul Chahar announces divorce from wife Ishani

Rahul made the announcement of his divorce on Instagram, pointing out spending "the last fifteen months navigating courtrooms, learning patience, resilience and the strength". The 26-year-old also said that he "moves forward wiser, more self aware and certain of the life he deserves to build".

2026-02-20T15:42:36.812867+00:00 IST

Cricket

Keshav Maharaj to lead South Africa in tour to NZ after T20WC

As per ESPNCricinfo, the five-match series will end on March 25, a day before the expected beginning of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on March 26. Out of the players featuring in the T20 WC squad, only Maharaj, George Linde and Jason Smith are the only players currently in India who will be touring to New Zealand.

2026-02-20T15:38:01.892229+00:00 IST

Cricket

Match officials named for Super Eight fixtures in ongoing T20 WC

Rodney Tucker and Paul Reiffel will be in the middle for the opening Super Eights match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.

2026-02-20T15:19:38.884771+00:00 IST

Cricket

BCB confirms schedule for Pakistan’s ODI tour of Bangladesh 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Friday confirmed the schedule for Pakistan's upcoming ODI tour of Bangladesh in 2026, with the three-match series set to be played in March at a single venue in Mirpur.

2026-02-20T15:13:28.508003+00:00 IST

Cricket

Morkel praises "student of the game" Varun Chakaravarthy

India bowling coach Morne Morkel has thrown his weight behind Varun Chakaravarthy, describing him as a key strike option but underlining the importance of collective pressure from the entire bowling unit.

2026-02-20T15:12:57.336260+00:00 IST

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Important for Indian athlete: Reeth Abraham on New Delhi Marathon

2026-02-20T15:10:31.459360+00:00 IST

Cricket

T20WC: Morkel backs Team India to "find their flow" against spin

India will be starting off their Super Eight stage of the ICC T20 World Cup against South Africa at Ahmedabad on Friday. So far in the tournament, Indian batters, particularly Tilak Varma and skipper Suryakumar Yadav, have not been at their best against spin, finding it tough to dominate them whenever the ball is coming slow, and the surface offers some turn. Despite posting in excess of 190 in two of the matches, including 200-odd against Namibia, the Indian team feels a little far from their absolute best as a batting unit.

2026-02-20T15:00:51.608123+00:00 IST

Cricket

Pichai shares Instagram post with Gill during Google India visit

Google CEO Sundar Pichai expressed his delight at connecting with colleagues and Indian cricket star and Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill during his recent visit to Google India's office.

2026-02-20T14:58:01.267087+00:00 IST

Cricket

Morne Morkel applauds Shivam Dube's growth as a bowler

India bowling coach Morne Morkel hailed star all-rounder Shivam Dube's growth as a bowler, saying it comes from confidence and team backing from the captain, coach, and staff support.

2026-02-20T14:07:48.091428+00:00 IST

Cricket

Morkel backs Abhishek to "deliver" amid brief form slump

The world's number one T20I batter has not been able to buy himself a run in the three innings he has played so far against USA, Pakistan and Netherlands, playing the latter two matches after a battle with a stomach infection that put him in the hospital and reportedly led to him losing a considerable amount of weight too. In his last eight innings, he has five ducks.

2026-02-20T13:55:03.771968+00:00 IST