Sports

WTT Star Contender Chennai 2026: Snehit saves six match points

Snehit first fought back from a 0-2 deficit to take the match in the decider and then displayed nerves of steel to convert his third match point to win 3-2 (9-11, 15-17, 11-4, 11-6, 18-16) in 52 minutes to set up a Round of 16 clash against top seed Oh Junsung, as per a press release.

2026-02-13T11:48:42.860486+00:00 IST

Brian Bennett becomes Zimbabwe's fourth-highest T20I run-getter

Bennett achieved this upward movement in the charts during his side's ICC T20 World Cup clash against Australia in Colombo, slamming a 56-ball 64 with seven fours, which proved crucial to their win over the 2021 T20 WC champions.

2026-02-13T11:43:07.216780+00:00 IST

Legends League Cricket announces six-city tour for season 4

Legends League Cricket (LLC) on Friday announced its most ambitious edition yet, Legends League Cricket Season 4, featuring a historic six-city tour across India, scheduled from March 6 to March 25, 2026.

2026-02-13T11:40:56.327773+00:00 IST

Travis Head after Australia’s 23 runs defeat against Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe pulled off the biggest upset of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, defeating the mighty Australia by 23 runs.

2026-02-13T11:37:11.669578+00:00 IST

Raza speaks on Zimbabwe's outstanding win over Australia

Zimbabwe pulled off the biggest upset of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, defeating mighty Australia by 23 runs in match 19 at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

2026-02-13T11:36:23.522780+00:00 IST

Muzarabani becomes third Zimbabwe bowler to get 100 T20I wickets

Muzarabani, Brad Evans and Brian Bennett starred in a massive victory for Zimbabwe over the 2021 T20WC champions, boosting their chances of a Super Eight qualification by giving them two victories in two matches. They still have to play Sri Lanka and Ireland in the remaining Group Stage fixtures. In the defence of 170 runs, Muzarabani bowled a spell he would remember for a lifetime, taking 4/17 in four overs, getting precious wickets of Josh Inglis, Tim David and half-centurion Matt Renshaw as well.

2026-02-13T11:17:31.681556+00:00 IST

T20WC: Ben Curran named Brendan Taylor's replacement in Zim squad

A statement from the International Cricket Council (ICC) Event Technical Committee said, "The Event Technical Committee of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 has approved Ben Curran as a replacement for Brendan Taylor in the Zimbabwe squad. Curran was named as a replacement when Taylor was ruled out after sustaining a right hamstring injury during the match against Oman on February 9."

2026-02-13T10:59:09.217142+00:00 IST

Cricket

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Samson-Kishan set India’s highest T20 WC knockout stand

Indian batters Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan have scripted history to post the highest partnership for their country in an ICC Men's T20 World Cup knockout match on Thursday.

2026-03-05T15:46:32.261002+00:00 IST

T20 World Cup: Samson powers India to biggest total

This score stands as the highest-ever total in a T20 World Cup knockout match, surpassing the previous record of 205/4 held by the West Indies Vs Australia in 2012 in Colombo.

2026-03-05T15:44:36.597499+00:00 IST

"Really important match": BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla

Defending champion India are facing England in a crucial ICC semi-final at Wankhede Stadium this evening, with the winner advancing to the final against New Zealand on March 8 in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

2026-03-05T14:24:11.421974+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Sinner continues title defence with dominant win over Popyrin

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner registered a comfortable victory over Alexei Popyrin in the second round of the ongoing US Open tennis tournament 2025 on Thursday. He won the game in three straight sets, defeating his opponent 6-3, 6-2, 6-2.

2025-08-29T12:00:10.539408+00:00 IST

US Open 2025: Gauff, Swiatek book spots in third round

Women's singles players Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek registered victories in their respective second round games and cruised to the third round of the ongoing US Open 2025 tennis tournament on Thursday.

2025-08-29T08:39:53.620956+00:00 IST

Carlos Alcaraz enters third round of US Open 2025

The 2022 champion, Carlos Alcaraz, cruised to the third round of the ongoing US Open 2025 tennis tournament as he registered victory over Mattia Bellucci in three straight sets on Wednesday.

2025-08-28T04:20:44.408138+00:00 IST

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Jaipur Polo team register convincing win over Aravali

The match began on an even note, with both teams settling quickly into the contest. Jaipur and Aravali traded early attacks and found the net once each in the opening chukker, ending it locked at 1-1.

2026-02-06T11:51:09.137267+00:00 IST

DSC TT wraps up with high-intensity U-15 action

The Dream Sports Championship (DSC) Table Tennis 2026 drew to a thrilling close at TNPESU in Chennai, with Aditya Das securing the U-15 Boys title and Ahona Ray dominating to lift the U-15 Girls trophy after standout performances in the semi-finals and finals on the sixth and final day of competition.

2026-02-06T11:29:16.697287+00:00 IST

Khelo India boosts grassroots sports development in J&K

As part of these ongoing initiatives, Government High School, Dhanna Chapri, in the Akhnoor area witnessed an atmosphere of enthusiasm and excitement on February 4, 2026, when a volleyball match was organised under the Khelo India Initiative - "Let's Play India" in collaboration with the Indian Army's Operation Sadhbhavana. The event aimed to encourage sports participation among students, promote healthy competition and foster values such as teamwork, discipline and physical well-being.

2026-02-06T11:21:01.782005+00:00 IST

Football

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Supriya Sule extends best wishes ahead of Messi’s Mumbai event

Argentine football legend Lionel Messi reached Mumbai for his "GOAT India Tour 2025". NCP-SCP MP Supriya Sule extended her best wishes to the fans and the people of Maharashtra, while stressing the importance of safety.

2025-12-14T09:23:38.908362+00:00 IST

GOAT India Tour promoter produced before Bidhannagar Court

The promoter and organiser of football star Lionel Messi's GOAT India Tour 2025 was produced before the Bidhannagar Court on Sunday, a day after he was arrested over the chaotic incident at the Salt Lake Stadium on Saturday.

2025-12-14T08:51:49.480921+00:00 IST

Lionel Messi reaches Mumbai; football icon's third pit stop

Argentina football icon Lionel Messi has arrived in Mumbai for the third venue of the GOAT India Tour, continuing his visit to the country.

2025-12-14T07:52:47.762858+00:00 IST

Hockey

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HIL unveil Men's and Women's schedule for 2025–26 season

The Hockey India League (HIL) on Saturday announced the official schedule for the 2025-26 season of the HIL Men's and Women's League, marking the beginning of yet another exciting edition of India's premier hockey competition. The announcement was made during a press conference held at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh AstroTurf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi.

2025-10-25T15:42:01.528165+00:00 IST

Hockey legend Trilochan's medal a source of motivation for family

One of the most iconic medals, though, was the one in the 1948 London Olympics, when Independent India's flag went up and the anthem played out for the first time ever, at the most important sporting event. And someone who played a massive role in securing that medal was Trilochan Singh Bawa, as he scored some very crucial goals during the competition in London. The final in London was played at Wembley Stadium, and it was a symbolic and historic victory, marking India's emergence as an independent sporting power.

2025-10-22T11:03:47.980231+00:00 IST

India fall 1-2 to Australia as late goal decides Sultan of Johor

The Indian junior men's hockey team produced a fighting performance but went down 1-2 to Australia in the final of the Sultan of Johor Cup 2025 in Johor, Malaysia. India conceded in the 13th minute before hitting back through Anmol Ekka (17') early in the second quarter to draw level. The contest remained evenly poised until the final moments, when Ian Grobbelaar (59') converted a late penalty corner to seal the title for Australia.

2025-10-18T17:03:32.991419+00:00 IST

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CM Dhami honours international bodybuilder Pratibha Thapliyal

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday honoured international woman bodybuilder Pratibha Thapliyal for her remarkable achievements in the field of bodybuilding.

2026-02-13T10:33:57.929910+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ireland skipper Paul Stirling to miss remainder of T20 WC

Ireland have face a significant blow as their skipper Paul Stirling has suffered ligament damage to his knee and will miss the remainder of the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

2026-02-13T10:22:08.289783+00:00 IST

Cricket

T20 World Cup: Canada win toss, opt to bat first against UAE

Canada made no changes on their side; meanwhile, the UAE made two changes: Muhammad Farooq and Muhammad Jawadullah are back in the squad, replacing Dhruv Parashar and Muhammad Rohid Khan.

2026-02-13T09:45:36.676509+00:00 IST

Cricket

T20 World Cup: Zimbabwe beat Australia by 23 runs in Colombo

This is the second time that the African nation has beaten Australia in a T20 World Cup match. The first was when Australia lost their group stage match against Zimbabwe in the 2007 edition.

2026-02-13T09:32:32.221827+00:00 IST

Tennis

"Incredible": Sania Mirza hails Alcaraz–Sinner rivalry in tennis

Indian tennis legend Sania Mirza has described the emerging rivalry between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner as "incredible," saying the duo could be ushering in the next golden era of men's tennis.

2026-02-13T08:58:20.554316+00:00 IST

Cricket

T20 World Cup: Ishan Kishan receives Impact Player Award in dress

India's opener batter Ishan Kishan received the Impact Player award in the dressing room for his impactful knock of 61 runs during the fixture against Namibia, which India won by 93 runs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Thursday.

2026-02-13T08:17:42.819798+00:00 IST

Tennis

Mirza explains vision behind "Next Set" to empower women athletes

Indian tennis legend Sania Mirza has opened up about her initiative "Next Set," which supports and empowers young women athletes across India, particularly in tennis.

2026-02-13T08:01:58.928273+00:00 IST

Others

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

Tennis

"Never count him out": Mirza backs Djokovic amid title drought

Indian tennis legend Sania Mirza has backed Serbian legend Novak Djokovic, insisting that it is far too early to write off the great tennis player despite his Grand Slam title drought since the end of 2023.

2026-02-13T07:20:18.472589+00:00 IST

Football

Kerala Blasters FC announce squad for ISL 2025-26 season

Head Coach David Catala will work with a unit designed to grow together over the course of the competition. Continuity in several positions has been complemented by targeted changes, providing healthy competition for places and flexibility in approach.

2026-02-13T06:31:54.773712+00:00 IST

Cricket

“Kishan plays short ball really well”: Pathan lauds Ishan

With two wins in two matches, India sit atop Group A, level on points with Pakistan but ahead on net run rate. Now, the onus is on India's much-anticipated clash against Pakistan on Sunday.

2026-02-13T06:25:20.513131+00:00 IST

Cricket

“We have the edge”: Chakaravarthy ahead of Pakistan fixture

Varun Chakaravarthy delivered a decisive spell, picking up 3/7 in two overs, while Axar Patel (2/20) and Hardik Pandya (2/21) tightened the screws. Namibia were eventually bowled out for 116 in 18.2 overs, handing India a comprehensive victory.

2026-02-13T06:07:53.671234+00:00 IST

Cricket

T20 World Cup: Australia opt to field first against Zimbabwe

Travis Head is leading Australia in the absence of full-time captain Mitch Marsh, who is still recovering from his injury.

2026-02-13T05:30:12.959678+00:00 IST

Others

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