Sports

"It was new experience for us": Manisha Bhanwala on playing in Pr

Maharashtra Kesari wrestler Manisha Bhanwala shared her experience of competing in the Pro Wrestling League (PWL), saying the league format was a new challenge due to back-to-back bouts.

2026-01-31T20:03:57.823306+00:00 IST

PWL CEO, Chairman hail league's revival before title clash

Delhi Dangal Warriors booked their place in a thrilling final of the Pro Wrestling League (PWL) 2026 after edging past Maharashtra Kesari in a pulsating Semi-final 2 at the Noida Indoor Stadium on Friday night. In a contest that swung dramatically from bout to bout, Delhi showed composure under pressure to claim a 5-4 victory and set up a mouth-watering title clash against Haryana Thunders.

2026-01-31T19:39:11.453067+00:00 IST

Suryakumar reflects on form slump after fiery NZ series with bat

In the biggest development before the T20 World Cup starting in February, Indian skipper Surya shook off a 23-inning slump, registering three fifties in the series and becoming the 'Player of the Series' in this final assignment before the marquee tournament with 242 runs at an average of 80.66, with a strike rate of above 196 and three fifties. Surya, the leader, also continued to shine bright as India heads into the WC without dropping a single series.

2026-01-31T18:38:22.262123+00:00 IST

"We will win next year": Punjab Royals head coach Bhupesh Kumar

Punjab Royals head coach Bhupesh Kumar has remained optimistic about winning the Pro Wrestling League next year. The head coach added that the team has reached the finals three times in the wrestling event.

2026-01-31T18:36:52.334662+00:00 IST

England beat India in 2nd T20I in Mixed Disability series

England produced a spirited all-round performance to defeat India by 15 runs in the second T20I of the Mixed Disability Series 2026 here at the Shahid Vijay Singh Pathik Stadium, Greater Noida, on Saturday, drawing level in the five-match series at 1-1, according to a release.

2026-01-31T18:36:10.745426+00:00 IST

PWL: Delhi Dangal Warriors book final with Haryana Thunders

In a contest that swung dramatically from bout to bout, Delhi showed composure under pressure to claim a 5-4 victory and set up a mouth-watering title clash against Haryana Thunders. Shubham Kaushik was named Player of the Match for his extraordinary comeback win in the 57kg men's category that kept Delhi alive at a crucial stage, while Manisha Bhanwala earned Fighter of the Match honours for her dominant display that anchored Maharashtra's charge in the same weight category for women, as per a PWL press release.

2026-01-31T18:12:11.641560+00:00 IST

Ponting reveals "pleading" with DC to keep Abhishek Sharma

Ahead of the T20 World Cup, Abhishek has made a name for himself as one of the finest T20I batters worldwide and is ranked number one in ICC Rankings. In 38 T20Is, he has made 1,297 runs in 37 innings at an average of 37.05 and a strike rate of over 194, with two centuries and eight fifties and a best score of 135.

2026-01-31T18:00:24.192863+00:00 IST

Cricket

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T20WC: Samson masterclass seals India's SF clash against England

India opted to field and WI put up 195/4 on the board, powered by a 35-ball 76 run stand between Jason Holder (37* in 22 balls, with two fours and three sixes) and Rovman Powell (34* in 19 balls, with three fours and two sixes). While Team India was down 41/2 within the powerplay, Samson single-handedly steered India to a win, scoring 97* in 50 balls, with 12 fours and four sixes. Tilak Varma was the second-highest run-getter, stitching a valuable 42-run stand with Sanju and scoring a brisk 15-ball 27. India will play England at Mumbai on March 5.

2026-03-01T17:33:07.983776+00:00 IST

Conrad takes "cupcake" jibe on questioned about "chokers" tag

South Africa continued their dominant run, as they overcame an all-round Sikandar Raza show to secure a five-wicket win over Zimbabwe at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday. South Africa will be playing New Zealand at Kolkata's Eden Gardens on March 4 and hoping to complete the unfinished business: capturing the T20 World Cup on Indian soil, the team that defeated them in 2024 final at Barbados. After their maiden world title win across formats in form of ICC World Test Championship aganst Australia last year, the boost in confidence and morale is visible in team's no-holds-barred performances and positive body language.

2026-03-01T17:26:02.061081+00:00 IST

Shimron Hetmyer records most sixes by player in single edition

He overtook Pakistan's Sahibazada Farhan to achieve this feat in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Farhan is the leading run-scorer of the tournament with 383 runs. He has hit 18 sixes and 37 fours in the tournament, including two centuries.

2026-03-01T16:32:24.799911+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group-1 set for big opening

The stage is set for the Billie Jean King Cup 2025 Asia-Oceania Group-1 in association with AITA and PMDTA, as India will host the tournament from April 8 at the Mhalunge Balewadi tennis complex in Pune.

2025-04-07T18:09:07.544541+00:00 IST

Billie Jean King Cup will give youngsters exposure: Ankita Raina

The Indian women's tennis team is gearing up for the upcoming Billie Jean King Cup 2025 Asia-Oceania Group I games and will be led by the very experienced Ankita Raina. Along with India, teams from Chinese Taipei, Hong Kong China, the Republic of Korea, New Zealand, and Thailand will feature in the Billie Jean King Cup 2025 Asia-Oceania Group I here in Pune.

2025-04-06T12:15:09.692803+00:00 IST

Aryan Shah shifts focus to global goals after loss

The 19-year-old from Ahmedabad is steadily establishing himself as one of the most exciting names in the Indian junior circuit.

2025-04-06T09:34:43.101576+00:00 IST

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Ice Hockey League returns with action-packed Season 3 in Leh

The third season of the Ice Hockey League got underway with an action-packed opening day at the Nawang Dorjay Stobdan (NDS) Stadium here on Wednesday, as five competitive fixtures, a vibrant opening ceremony and a strong turnout of nearly 1,500 spectators set the tone for the tournament, according to a release.

2026-01-29T17:05:30.387613+00:00 IST

KCL: Sonipat outshine Bulls; Karnal defeat Faridabad

The Kabaddi Champions League delivered another compelling double-header as Sonipat Stars stunned Bhiwani Bulls, while Karnal Kings extended their unbeaten run, underlining the league's growing reputation for high-quality competition and emerging talent.

2026-01-29T16:39:24.674119+00:00 IST

India’s Divya Deshmukh set to make Norway Chess women debut

Indian Grandmaster Divya Deshmukh will make her debut at Norway Chess Women in 2026, becoming the youngest player to compete in the women's tournament since its launch in 2024, according to a release.

2026-01-29T12:15:06.326447+00:00 IST

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Gokulam Kerala see off Mohammedan Sporting

Gokulam Kerala FC cruised to a 3-0 victory over Mohammedan Sporting Club in their last Group C clash of the AIFF Super Cup at the GMC Stadium in Bambolim on Wednesday

2025-11-05T16:09:58.955563+00:00 IST

KBFC eye semifinal berth in decisive clash against MCFC

Kerala Blasters FC (KBFC) are all set for a massive Super Cup Group D clash against Mumbai City FC (MCFC) at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Fatorda, on Thursday. Riding high on confidence after two commanding wins, the Blasters will look to continue their unbeaten run and secure a place in the semifinals. A draw would be enough to seal qualification, but the Blasters will step onto the pitch with clear intent to go for all three points and finish the group stage in style

2025-11-05T12:43:32.319357+00:00 IST

FC Goa takes on Saudi giants Al Nassr in AFC Champions League Two

FC Goa return to continental action with a difficult assignment against Saudi giants Al Nassr in the AFC Champions League Two following their qualification for the AIFF Super Cup 2025-26 semi-finals

2025-11-05T11:48:18.732418+00:00 IST

Hockey

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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

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

Haryana, Odisha strom into final of Junior Men National C'ship

Hockey Haryana and Hockey Association of Odisha emerged victorious at the semi-finals of the 15th Hockey India Junior Men National Championship 2025 in Jalandhar, Punjab, setting up a thrilling clash for the final. Meanwhile, host Hockey Punjab will face Uttar Pradesh Hockey in the clash for third place.

2025-08-21T17:00:11.554613+00:00 IST

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Cricket

"Shows the power of never giving up": Kaif hails Kishan's maiden T20I ton in comeback series

Kishan, who had made it to the T20 World Cup squad after an incredible Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy title-winning campaign for Jharkhand as a back-up keeper-batter, has thrown out his name as a first-choice player ahead of a struggling Sanju Samson with an explosive 42-ball ton at Thiruvananthapuram.

2026-01-31T17:57:31.614200+00:00 IST

Cricket

"Focus firmly on World Cup": Ishan Kishan after match-winning ton

Ishan has completed a redemption for the ages. From being left out of the central contract in 2024 to winning the maiden Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy for Jharkhand and coming back into Indian side for the T20 World Cup and NZ series, it has been quite a journey for Ishan. With Sanju now struggling with 46 runs in five innings of this series, Ishan's 215 runs in these four innings at an average of 53.75 and a strike rate of over 231, including a century and fifty, have more or less solidified him as first-choice wicketkeeper/opener ahead of Samson for the World Cup.

2026-01-31T17:55:03.916475+00:00 IST

Cricket

"Tough to beat India": New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner

After losing the fifth and final T20I and also the series against India, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner admitted to the formidable challenge of beating the Men in Blue at their den.

2026-01-31T17:48:49.798202+00:00 IST

Cricket

Allen smashes fastest fifty by NZ batter against India in T20Is

During a daunting run-chase of 272 runs, Allen took the task head-on, scoring a 22-ball fifty and ending up with a 38-ball 80, with eight fours and six sixes during his knock. His runs came at a strike rate of 210.53.

2026-01-31T17:43:12.685445+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ponting predicts Abhishek as leading run-getter in T20 World Cup

Australian legend Ricky Ponting has predicted that Indian star opener Abhishek Sharma could become the leading run-getter in the T20 Men's World Cup 2026, starting February 7 in India and Sri Lanka.

2026-01-31T17:33:41.878478+00:00 IST

Cricket

5th T20I: Kishan's century, Arshdeep's fifer help IND beat NZ

With this victory, the 'Men in Blue' clinched the five-match T20I series against New Zealand 4-1, having earlier won the first, second and third T20I. NZ had won the fourth match of the series.

2026-01-31T17:21:46.184642+00:00 IST

Cricket

“When we play well, we can beat any side”: DC Head coach Jonathan

The Delhi Capitals will go all out to secure a place in the WPL 2026 playoffs when they take on UP Warriorz in their final league-stage match here on Sunday, according to a release.

2026-01-31T17:15:37.515651+00:00 IST

Others

Sonipat stars Shine, Bhiwani Bulls roar in action-packed matches

Another high-voltage evening at the Haryana Sports University, Rai delivered contrasting narratives in Match 13 and Match 14 of the Kabaddi Champions League (KCL), according to a release.

2026-01-31T17:12:34.609658+00:00 IST

Others

Haryana CM assures support of govt for building Kho Kho Academy

CM Saini assured the Haryana Sports Kho Kho Association of all support from state govt. in establishing the state-level Residential Kho Kho Academy & a state-level under-16 Kho Kho League, as per a press release from the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI).

2026-01-31T17:11:48.988053+00:00 IST

Others

PWL: Maharashtra Kesari lead Delhi Dangal Warriors halfway in SF

Delhi Dangal Warriors made a confident start in the 62kg women's bout as Anjli produced a composed and clinical performance against Dudova Bilyana Zhivkova. Mixing takedowns and push-outs with intelligent mat control, Anjli capped her display with a four-point takedown in the Power Minute to register a convincing 12-4 win and give Delhi the early lead, as per a press release from PWL.

2026-01-31T16:58:58.690038+00:00 IST

Tennis

Australian Open: Alcaraz and Djokovic to face each other in final

World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz and fourth-seeded Novak Djokovic will face each other in the upcoming thrilling Australian Open 2026 final on Sunday.

2026-01-31T16:53:58.400533+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ishan Kishan's maiden T20I ton helps him reach two milestones

During the fifth and final T20I of the series against the Kiwis, Ishan, who has been in red-hot form since his triumphant as a captain with Jharkhand during the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT), slammed his maiden T20I century in just 42 balls, ending with 103 in 43 balls, with six fours and 10 sixes. His runs came at a strike rate of 239.53.

2026-01-31T16:33:40.597186+00:00 IST

Cricket

2nd T20I: Pakistan thrash Australia by 90 runs

Batting first, Pakistan posted a challenging score of 198/5 in 20 overs with Agha's top-score of 76 off 40 balls, stuffed with eight fours and four towering sixes. Chasing 199, Australia were bundled out for 108 in 15.4 overs after a fantastic bowling performance by Pakistan.

2026-01-31T16:23:03.869211+00:00 IST

Cricket

Tilak Varma to play two warm-up games before T20 World Cup

Tilak has been out of action for almost a month, following a testicular surgery for an injury sustained during Ranji Trophy fixture in January, as per ESPNCricinfo.

2026-01-31T16:15:57.257358+00:00 IST