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Veteran umpire dies after bee attack during cricket match in Unna

He added that while trying to escape, Manik lost his balance and fell, and the bees swarmed over him. Notably, Manik had been umpiring for about 30 years and was a state panel umpire.

2026-02-20T03:15:40.907641+00:00 IST

Mooney becomes leading run scorer for AUS-W in T20Is

Veteran Australia Women's wicketkeeper-batter Beth Mooney surpassed former captain Meg Lanning to become the leading run-getter for her country on Thursday.

2026-02-19T18:06:25.984304+00:00 IST

Kapp to miss upcoming ODI series against Pakistan due to illness

South Africa Women's all-rounder Marizanne Kapp will miss the upcoming ODI series against Pakistan due to illness, the Proteas Women said on Thursday.

2026-02-19T18:03:32.657323+00:00 IST

T20 World Cup: Zadran dedicates his POTM award to departing coach

Ibrahim Zadran dedicated his Player of the Match award to the departing head coach Jonathan Trott after Afghanistan's 82-run win over Canada as they finished the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign with a morale-boosting win in Chennai on Thursday.

2026-02-19T18:02:43.846613+00:00 IST

ISL 2026: Chennaiyin FC fall narrow defeat against Mumbai City

Chennaiyin weathered early pressure in a cagey opening, with both sides trading challenges and early bookings in their battle for control. Bemammer and Hnamte were quick to break up Mumbai City's advances, while Noguera dropped into pockets to knit play together.

2026-02-19T18:01:54.330455+00:00 IST

T20 WC: Afghanistan thrash Canada by 82 runs

A commanding all-round performance powered Afghanistan to a dominant 82-run victory over Canada in their ICC Men's T20 World Cup clash in Chennai on Thursday.

2026-02-19T17:14:43.577721+00:00 IST

“They are hungry to play well”: J-K skipper Paras Dogra

J-K defeated Bengal by six wickets to enter the final, where they will clash with Karnataka for the title clash at the KSCA Hubballi Cricket Stadium, commencing on February 24.

2026-02-19T16:55:08.423835+00:00 IST

Cricket

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Annabel Sutherland becomes first woman to hit Test tons

The 24-year-old all-rounder came to bat at number five and added 128 runs for the fourth wicket with Ellyse Perry (76) and then went on to add 54 runs for the fifth wicket with Beth Mooney.

2026-03-07T09:48:20.651628+00:00 IST

”There is lot of pressure on India to win at home”: Santner

The New Zealand skipper added that his team is looking forward to the big contest and understands the magnitude of a World Cup final.

2026-03-07T09:09:38.556299+00:00 IST

Ellyse Perry crosses 1000-run mark, becomes leading run-scorer

Perry also became the second woman cricketer from Australia to score 100-plus runs in Test cricket during her 76-run knock in the first innings of the match.

2026-03-07T07:56:40.597606+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Asian Table Tennis Team Championships to be held in Bhubaneswar

The 28th IITF-ATTU Asian Table Tennis Team Championships will be held at the Athletics Centre of Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar, from 11th to 15th October, 2025.

2025-10-10T14:39:20.369264+00:00 IST

Paes, Bhupathi, Mirza bid big at Tennis Premier League Season 7

The auction witnessed intense bidding as franchises competed to assemble their squads ahead of the season, scheduled from December 9 to 14, 2025

2025-10-09T17:54:33.807502+00:00 IST

Shanghai Masters: Djokovic survives humidity, pain to reach QFs

Serbian icon survived left ankle pain, humidity and a tough challenge posed by Jaume Munar to advance to the quarterfinals of the Shanghai Masters for the 11th time on Tuesday.

2025-10-07T18:06:29.027796+00:00 IST

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India’s Lacrosse breakthrough: Double gold at Asian Games

The progress in India's Lacrosse was evident at the Asian Lacrosse Games 2026, held from February 1-5 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where India recorded one of its most successful international outings.

2026-02-13T07:50:57.769356+00:00 IST

Guntas Kaur Sandhu tied 17th after Round 1

Part of the four-member team sent by the Indian Golf Union (IGU), Guntas began on a modest note with a bogey on the first hole before sinking birdies on the third, eighth and 12th holes. But a bogey on the 15th hole pegged her back. She trails the leader, Yunseo Yang of South Korea, by seven strokes.

2026-02-13T03:55:28.972020+00:00 IST

Former F1 team Minardi Management signs Indian karting ace Rivaan

The agreement comes just days before the 12-year-old departs for Valencia, Spain, for the opening round of the 2026 Champions of the Future Academy series. MM, powered by DAG Ltd, has signed Rivaan following an impressive rise through the Indian karting ranks.

2026-02-13T03:42:48.404832+00:00 IST

Football

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Messi extends New Year wishes to fans, posts pics with family

Taking to Instagram, Messi wrote, "HAPPY 2026!! May it be a year full of health, love and peace for all."

2026-01-01T17:01:08.113491+00:00 IST

Draw out for 12-team Santosh Trophy 2025-26 Final Round

The draw for the 79th National Football Championship for Santosh Trophy 2025-26 Final Round, which will be hosted in Dhakuakhana and Silapathar, Assam, was conducted at the Football House, in New Delhi on Wednesday

2026-01-01T15:33:38.947499+00:00 IST

Chelsea, head coach Enzo Maresca part ways

A statement from the club said, "Chelsea Football Club and Head Coach Enzo Maresca have parted company."

2026-01-01T14:08:38.967703+00:00 IST

Hockey

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Sultan Azlan Shah Cup: India settle for Silver after hard-fought 0-1 loss to Belgium

India was forced to settle for a Silver, thanks to Thibeau Stockbroekx's lone goal of the match in the 34th minute. This is Belgium's maiden Sultan Azlan Shah title and only their second appearance in one of the most prestigious invitational hockey tournaments in the international calendar, as per a Hockey India press release.

2025-11-30T16:13:50.140016+00:00 IST

India to start campaign against Namibia in FIH Women's Junior WC

India, led by Captain Jyoti Singh, will face Namibia in their opening match. The two sides have not met in any recent FIH-sanctioned event, making the contest an intriguing start as India looks to settle early nerves in the prestigious global tournament, as per a Hockey India press release.

2025-11-30T11:51:26.922564+00:00 IST

Sultan Azlan Shah Cup: Jugraj stars in India's 14-3 win against Canada

The Indian Team have topped the pool standings and will play the Final against Belgium

2025-11-30T11:01:31.654897+00:00 IST

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Cricket

KKR ignite Kolkata's cricket soul with Knights Box Cricket

The league stage matches will be played on February 19 and 20, with the knockouts and finals set to be played on February 21.

2026-02-19T15:55:08.586271+00:00 IST

Cricket

Karnataka enter Ranji Trophy final after a decade

Bhupen Lalwani and Prashant Chopra started the chase for Uttarakhand, but Chopra lost his wicket in the second over. Avneesh Sudha (66 off 71) played well and spent some time on the pitch, but Shreyas Gopal got him in the 26th over.

2026-02-19T15:52:57.952288+00:00 IST

Football

Mohammedan SC host FC Goa as both sides seek first win of season

Mohammedan Sporting Club will host FC Goa in the first fixture of Matchweek 2 of the Indian Super League 2025-26 at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan on Friday, February 20.

2026-02-19T15:33:32.651168+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ranji Trophy finals to be hosted at KSCA Hubballi Stadium

KSCA had the option of hosting this prestigious final either at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, or at the KSCA Hubballi grounds, according to a release.

2026-02-19T14:53:51.529175+00:00 IST

Others

S8UL Esports crowned champions of India’s largest MOBA Legends

The triumph earned the team a total of Rs 12.5 lakh in prize money and further solidified the organisation's standing as a dominant force in India's competitive MOBA ecosystem.

2026-02-19T14:47:53.901012+00:00 IST

Cricket

ADCA inaugurates T20I Asia Cup at Barabati Stadium in Odisha

The tournament was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Rishi Pathania, the Vice President of Jindal Steel Limited, marking a significant milestone for the Inaugural Tournament hosted by the Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA), supported by ODCA & OCA.

2026-02-19T14:43:19.447660+00:00 IST

Cricket

T20 World Cup: Unbeaten Zimbabwe overpower Sri Lanka in Colombo

Chasing a challenging target of 179 runs, the Sikandar Raza-led side started with a blazing start when the openers added 69 runs for the first wicket. The wicketkeeper-batter Tadiwanashe Marumani made 34 off 26 balls including five fours and a six.

2026-02-19T14:07:28.135536+00:00 IST

Cricket

Raza hails Bennett after ZIM's six-wicket win over SL in T20 WC

After Zimbabwe thrashed Sri Lanka by six wickets in the T20 World Cup clash on Thursday, skipper Sikandar Raza praised his batting partner Brian Bennett after their crucial stand guided the team to another victory, maintaining their unbeaten run in the ongoing tournament.

2026-02-19T14:06:58.271325+00:00 IST

Cricket

MI Junior returns with season 6

Through MI Junior, the Mumbai Indians aim to inspire the next generation of Maharashtra's budding young cricketers by providing a quality competition at iconic grounds, according to a release.

2026-02-19T12:44:36.564459+00:00 IST

Tennis

"Immediate aim to do well in junior Grand Slams," says Revathi

Maya's tennis journey began at a young age in Coimbatore, with her parents encouraging her to take part in sports. Due to the availability of tennis academies closer to home, she decided to pursue tennis and what started as an extracurricular activity quickly turned into a professional sport.

2026-02-19T12:34:00.123855+00:00 IST

Cricket

Australia seal 19-run win over India in second T20I

A comprehensive all-round bowling performance helped Australia secure a 19-run victory over India in the second T20I of the three-match series at the Manuka Oval on Thursday.

2026-02-19T11:58:02.749617+00:00 IST

Cricket

“Shivam Dube is very difficult to bowl”: Gavaskar praises Dube

Speaking on Star Sports' 'Cricket Live' programme, JioStar expert Sunil Gavaskar praised Dube's improved shot selection, Varun Chakaravarthy's crucial spell and shared his thoughts on Abhishek Sharma's lean patch in the tournament.

2026-02-19T11:46:48.370560+00:00 IST

Cricket

“I always try to contribute as much as I can”: Shai Hope

After being put in to bat by Italian captain Harry Manenti, West Indies found the going tough on a surface that offered assistance to the spinners. Opener Brandon King fell early for just 4, and Shimron Hetmyer (1) followed shortly after, leaving the Windies stuttering in the powerplay.

2026-02-19T10:53:20.288015+00:00 IST