Sports

Cricket Australia chief calls for slimmed down Test cricket model

With the West Indies and Zimbabwe facing massive and embarrassing losses to Australia and New Zealand respectively and the amount of fight India and England alike showed during a 2-2 drawn Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, the debate about having a two-tier ICC World Test Championship (WTC) system has just picked up again.

2025-08-14T08:17:23.951710+00:00 IST

West Bengal CM expresses grief at hockey legend Vece Paes' demise

Indian hockey legend and Olympic bronze medalist Vece Paes, also the father of tennis legend Leander Paes, passed away on Thursday morning. The official X of Hockey India (HI) announced his unfortunate demise at the age of 80.

2025-08-14T07:54:05.312333+00:00 IST

WPL: Game Changers Lions, SG Pipers Cheetahs get wins

Following them, defending champions SG Pipers Cheetahs staged a dramatic comeback to edge Panorama Panthers 15-13 in Match 2. Fans were treated to long rallies, exciting golden points, and standout performances across both the matches, as per a press release.

2025-08-14T07:26:56.046419+00:00 IST

Cincinnati Open: Sabalenka-Rybakina set quarterfinal clash

The world number one needed one hour and 20 minutes to wrap up Jessica by 6-1, 7-5 and seal a clash against Elena Rybakina.

2025-08-14T06:09:06.807242+00:00 IST

Defending champions Haryana Steelers eye back-to-back PKL titles

Since their Pro Kabaddi debut in 2017, the Steelers have been one of the most consistent teams in recent years and have reached the Playoffs in four of the seven seasons that they have competed in.

2025-08-14T05:36:36.224094+00:00 IST

Olympics medalist Indian hockey legend Vece Paes passes away

The official X of Hockey India (HI) made the announcement of his unfortunate demise at the age of 80.

2025-08-14T05:36:21.043348+00:00 IST

Ashes: Atherton feels Sonny Baker could be "a bit of a bolter"

Baker, 22, has been impressing for the Manchester Originals during the ongoing The Hundred competition, taking four wickets in four matches at an average of 23.50. During his side's match against London Spirit on Monday, the opening pair of David Warner and Kane Williamson, two international legends, struggled against him.

2025-08-14T05:10:27.094918+00:00 IST

Cricket

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“Focused on contributing”: Harleen Deol after UP Warriorz’s win

UP Warriorz secured their first victory of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 with a controlled performance against Mumbai Indians, restricting their opponents to 161-5 before completing the chase with 11 balls to spare.

2026-01-16T08:13:28.914868+00:00 IST

Chennai Singams register their 2nd Win of ISPL 3

Chennai Singams continued their dominant run in ISPL - T10 Season 3 with a comprehensive 38-run victory over Falcon Risers Hyderabad, registering their second consecutive win and climbing to the top of the points table.

2026-01-16T07:53:28.735178+00:00 IST

Baartman hat-trick propels Royals into SA20 season 4 playoffs

Baartman's 5/16 helped rout the Capitals for just 127, which enabled the batters to comfortably chase down the target with six wickets and 4.1 overs remaining. It was sufficient to earn the invaluable bonus point that propelled the Royals to the top of the Betway SA20 standings with 21 points.

2026-01-16T07:33:41.409107+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Cilic among top players to compete in Tata Open Maharashtra

The tournament celebrates its fifth edition in Pune and will be organized by the Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association in association with the Government of Maharashtra

2022-12-22T18:05:04.394566+00:00 IST

World No.1 Swiatek leads Australian Open entry list

Iga Swiatek is one of 13 former Grand Slam champions who have entered the 2023 Australian Open field.

2022-12-21T12:54:31.074263+00:00 IST

Andy Murray admits he is one 'big injury' away from retirement

Murray said he is in good shape now ahead of the upcoming Australian Open, which will be held in Melbourne from January 16-29.

2022-12-21T08:26:53.675400+00:00 IST

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PKL: Dabang Delhi reign supreme over Gujarat Giants

On Thursday, skipper Ashu Malik led the charge with 14 points, while Fazel Atrachali's High Five anchored the defence as the side continued their unbeaten start to the season, as per a press release from PKL.

2025-09-12T04:30:01.542459+00:00 IST

'Historic win": Rishab Yadav after winning gold

Indian men's compound team member Rishabh Yadav expressed his feelings after the Indian men's compound team of Rishabh Yadav, Aman Saini, and Prathamesh Fuge bagged a gold medal at the World Archery Championships 2025 in Gwangju on Sunday.

2025-09-11T21:48:00.753117+00:00 IST

Happy with the form I have been in: Sathiyan after winning gold

Indian Table Tennis player Sathiyan Gnanasekaran expressed his feelings after winning the men's singles title at the second UTT National Ranking Table Tennis Championships at the Thyagaraj Stadium on Thursday.

2025-09-11T21:41:48.245518+00:00 IST

Football

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Mohun Bagan SG showed us the true level of ISL: Andrey Chernysho

Mohammedan SC head coach Andrey Chernyshov admitted that his side were second best against defending ISL champions Mohun Bagan SG who gave them the taste of the top flight.

2024-10-06T08:55:47.019412+00:00 IST

"We played with confidence": JFC head coach Khalid Jamil

Jamshedpur FC (JFC) head coach Khalid Jamil shared his pleasure after they secured a 2-0 win against East Bengal FC (EBFC) in the Indian Super League (ISL) at the JRD Tata Complex in Jamshedpur in Saturday's opener.

2024-10-06T07:18:08.760647+00:00 IST

Could’ve scored more goals: MBSG head coach

Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) head coach Jose Molina was pleased with the result but called on his side to improve their performance after they beat Mohammedan Sporting Club (MSC) in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season's first Kolkata Derby on Saturday.

2024-10-06T05:38:14.842507+00:00 IST

Hockey

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Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi acclaim victory

Action continued in the 13th Hockey India Junior Women National Championship 2023 on Wednesday with Uttar Pradesh Hockey, Chhattisgarh Hockey, and Delhi Hockey registering victories in their respective matches at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela.

2023-06-28T17:19:59.377387+00:00 IST

HI Jr Women Nat'l C'ship: Karnataka, MP, Chandigarh register wins

Hockey Karnataka defeated Hockey Jammu and Kashmir 13-1, Hockey Madhya Pradesh rout Le Puducherry Hockey Chandigarh 25-0 and Hockey Chandigarh defeated Hockey Gujarat 16-0 on day-1 of the 13th Hockey India Junior Women National Championship 2023.

2023-06-27T16:43:14.885430+00:00 IST

Hockey Odisha ready to shine at Junior Women's Championship

The largest seated hockey stadium in the world, the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium, will play host to another national tournament - the 13th Hockey India Junior Women's National Championship in Rourkela.

2023-06-27T12:28:17.974639+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Hussain urges Bethell to play County Cricket ahead of Ashes

Bethell, who was handed his all-format debut for England just last year, gave signs of a promising future with some crucial half-centuries and cameos. During the tour to New Zealand last year, he batted as number three, registering three impressive fifties. However, the 21-year-old seems to have lost his steam, registering single-digit scores for Birmingham Phoenix in the ongoing The Hundred tournament. In the final Test against India at The Oval, he could score only six and five across both innings. In his last 10 outings across all formats, he has made 145 runs at an average of 13.18 across 12 innings, with a best score of 36.

2025-08-14T04:42:15.217554+00:00 IST

Football

UEFA Super Cup: Spurs fumble 2-0 lead as PSG capture title

On Wednesday night, PSG made a stunning comeback during the final few minutes of the second hall, securing the title win in European football's season starter.

2025-08-14T04:12:09.759721+00:00 IST

Tennis

Former champion Venus Williams headlines US Open wildcards

The two-time US Open champion, who won the title in 2000, 2001, will be joining fellow Americans Clervie Ngounoue, Julieta Pareja, Caty McNally, Valerie Glozman and Alyssa Ahn, France's Caroline Garcia, a 2022 semifinalist, and Australian Talia Gibson in the wild card category.

2025-08-14T04:11:31.959915+00:00 IST

Tennis

Cincinnati Open: Alcaraz, Sinner march to quarterfinals

Alcaraz made it to the quarters on Wednesday night, securing a 6-1, 6-4 win over Italy's Luca Nardi.

2025-08-14T03:40:27.737505+00:00 IST

Cricket

"All part of the fun...": Root on Warner's jab ahead of the Ashes

The five-match tour to Australia would be crucial for England's ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final chances after a hard-fought 2-2 draw against India. From a pride standpoint as well, England would be gunning to win their first Ashes in Australia since 2011 and their first one since 2015. For this, Root, who is yet to score a century in Australia in Tests, will have to put out performances of a lifetime.

2025-08-14T03:29:39.052083+00:00 IST

Cricket

Root "ready" to register first Ashes ton in Australia this year

The five-match series will be a crucial part of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) campaign for both sides. The Three Lions, who just drew the series against a new-look Shubman Gill-led Indian side by 2-2, will be aiming for their first Ashes series win in Australia since 2011, and their first since 2015, when they won 3-2 as hosts. For this, it would be important that Root, who has smashed 22 centuries since 2021, continues his red-hot form with a few triple-figured scores Down Under, something he has never done before.

2025-08-14T03:15:22.327994+00:00 IST

Cricket

Australia recalls Mathew Kuhnemann, Hardie for South Africa ODI s

Australia have been dealt a blow with news that three key players will miss this month's ODI series against South Africa due to injury. Batting duo Matt Short (side strain) and Mitch Owen (concussion), and all-rounder Lance Morris (back) will be sidelined for the three-match series that commences in Cairns on August 19.

2025-08-14T02:52:58.793334+00:00 IST

Others

IOA VP Narang hails National Sports Governance Bill 2025

The Rajya Sabha passed the National Sports Governance Bill and the National Anti-Doping (Amendment) Bill, 2025, on Tuesday, a day after the Lok Sabha cleared it.

2025-08-13T22:43:37.486780+00:00 IST

Others

"Looking forward to putting our best foot forward": IOA VP Narang India's 2030 Commonwealth Games bid

"We had an Executive Committee meeting in the morning, followed by the special General Meeting. I think all the important agendas were discussed and passed very smoothly. We are looking forward to putting our best foot forward in terms of the bid and hoping for the best," Narang told ANI after the IOA's Executive Committee and Special General Meeting.

2025-08-13T22:05:31.901538+00:00 IST

Football

ISL clubs urge AIFF to inform SC on league uncertainty

In an official statement, the AIFF said that it had responded to the clubs on August 13, requesting a meeting between the legal counsels of both sides to discuss the issue and decide the next course of action.

2025-08-13T21:29:43.866668+00:00 IST

Football

FC Goa defeat Al Seeb to seal AFC Champions League Two group stag

FC Goa sealed their spot in the AFC Champions League Two 2025-26 Group Stage after staving off a late fightback from Al Seeb Club of Oman to walk away with a 2-1 win in their Preliminary Stage tie on Wednesday at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

2025-08-13T18:55:47.311813+00:00 IST

Others

Manoj Sinha unveils trophy for Bijbehara Premier League

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday unveiled the trophy for the fifth edition of the Bijbehara Premier League.

2025-08-13T18:19:03.687559+00:00 IST

Cricket

Taha stars as Hubli Tigers edge Bengaluru Blasters by two wickets

Taha brought up a 30-ball fifty and continued his sensational form striking Prateek Jain for two sixes and taking Vaibhav Sharma for two more. He was joined by Abhinav Manohar (33 off 17) and the pair saw the Tigers through the 150-run mark in just 14 overs.

2025-08-13T17:52:22.378885+00:00 IST

Others

Sports fraternity hails National Sports Governance Bill 2025

The National Sports Governance Bill paves the way for a new standard of transparency, accountability, and ethical management in sports. The legislation sets clear expectations for National Sports Federations and the Indian Olympic Association, ensuring mechanisms for fair elections, financial openness, and inclusive representation.

2025-08-13T17:39:10.280749+00:00 IST