Sports

India Women's WC 2025 Win honoured at Beating Retreat Ceremony

A special tribute to India's Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 triumph was given at the Beating Retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk in New Delhi on Thursday. The ceremony was graced by President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President CP Radhakrishnan, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

2026-01-29T15:33:39.950205+00:00 IST

Pakistan defeat Australia by 22 runs in T20I series opener

Pakistan defeated Australia by 22 runs in the first T20I of the three-match series at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium on Thursday. Saim Ayub shone with both bat and ball for the hosts, while captain Salman Agha and Abrar Ahmed also contributed to the team's win in the series opener.

2026-01-29T15:14:11.448388+00:00 IST

“Next time, we’ll go for gold,” says Mithila Ramani

Ramani also spoke about the unique demands of futsal compared to traditional football. "I think one of the main differences is, of course, the surface that we play on and the size of the pitch. The surface is wooden. We play on a hard surface, which is usually a wooden court or a synthetic court. And the size of the pitch is much smaller... the pace of the game and how fast we make certain decisions, that matters a lot on the futsal pitch compared to a football pitch."

2026-01-29T15:13:20.421329+00:00 IST

Mohammed Siraj's four-fer, Dhruv Jurel's 96 in Ranji Trophy

Right-arm pacer Mohammed Siraj's brilliant four-wicket haul, Dhruv Jurel's crucial 96-run knock, and Delhi's Sanat Sangwan's lone-warrior century against Mumbai were the best performers on Thursday in the ongoing Ranji Trophy.

2026-01-29T14:21:56.433418+00:00 IST

WPL 2026: RCB win toss, choose to to bowl first against UPW

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Smriti Mandhana won the toss and opted to bowl first against the Meg Lanning-led UP Warriroz (UPW) in the 18th fixture of the ongoing Women's Premier League (WPL) season 2026, on Thursday at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara.

2026-01-29T13:47:56.909504+00:00 IST

India begin Mixed Disability T20I series with win over England

India made a strong start to the historic five-match India vs England Mixed Disability T20 International series, registering a convincing seven-wicket victory over England in the opening match at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Stadium, Greater Noida, on Thursday.

2026-01-29T12:24:35.485855+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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‘I have learned a lot from Shreyas Iyer’: Suryansh Shedge

The 23-year-old, who was retained by Punjab Kings for the IPL 2026, carries the hunger of a player who has already tasted both heartbreak and glory. PBKS finished runners-up last year, falling short in the final, and the disappointment still lingers.

2026-03-01T09:13:45.266615+00:00 IST

Bavuma backs India to reach T20WC semis after beating WI

India and WI are playing the rematch of the classic 2016 T20 World Cup semifinal clash, with the clash set to take place at Kolkata. The match would be a home game of sorts for spinner Varun, who plays here at Eden Gardens for his Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). However, the star spinner has hit a slight rough patch in the Super Eight phase after a stunning start in the group stage.

2026-03-01T09:10:11.362712+00:00 IST

T20WC: Match-ups that could define India's virtual quarterfinal against West Indies

West Indies and India will tussle it out at Kolkata in a repeat of their classic 2016 T20 WC semifinal clash in Mumbai. Holder has been important in WI's success this tournament, scoring 104 runs in four innings at a strike rate of over 176 and taking eight wickets at an average of 20.75 with a four-wicket haul to his name.

2026-03-01T06:42:50.238091+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Unseeded Kyrian Jacquet claims Delhi Open title

Jacquet, unseeded, defeated second seed Billy Harris 6-4, 6-2 at the DLTA Complex Centre Court on Sunday to lay claim to the championship

2025-02-16T17:59:45.590923+00:00 IST

Delhi Open: Unseeded Japanese pair secures men's doubles title

The Japanese duo showcased resilience and precision, breaking their opponents early in both sets to cap off a remarkable run at the ATP Challenger 75 event, as per a press release from Delhi Lawn Tennis Association (DLTA).

2025-02-15T18:08:47.136012+00:00 IST

Delhi Open: Top seeds Kopriva, Harris move to quarterfinals

Meanwhile, doubles' second seeds Niki Kaliyanda Poonacha and Courtney John Lock progressed to the semifinals with a hard-fought win in a nail-biting three-set thriller against Japan's Shintaro Mochizuki and Kaito Uesugi, as per a press release from Delhi Lawn Tennis Association (DLTA).

2025-02-13T14:46:14.108953+00:00 IST

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How mother’s advice helped Tarkar beat depression

Often getting up after biting the dust is the most difficult thing in life, and Sohan Tarkar should be proud of himself for having pulled it off. The Maharashtra short-track ice skater had significant successes to speak of before depression pulled him down almost six years ago.

2026-01-27T07:09:22.441196+00:00 IST

KCL: Hisar Heroes register thrilling win over Bhiwani Bulls

Hisar Heroes registered a hard-fought 41-38 victory over Bhiwani Bulls in Match 3 of the Kabaddi Champions League (KCL), with star raider Ashu Malik producing a sensational all-round performance in a contest marked by momentum swings and high drama.

2026-01-26T20:48:37.948222+00:00 IST

KIWG 2026: Army retain ice-hockey gold, Chandigarh win hearts

The fancied Indian Army team had to summon all its experience to squeeze past spirited Chandigarh 3-2 to keep their men's Khelo India Winter Games ice-hockey gold medal at the NDS Stadium on Republic Day.

2026-01-26T17:31:44.554031+00:00 IST

Football

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Rajasthan United FC to open their campaign against Blasters

Rajasthan United FC take on Kerala Blasters FC on Thursday in the AIFF Super Cup 2025-26 in Goa, as per the official website of the All India Football Federation (AIFF).

2025-10-30T03:21:24.727859+00:00 IST

FC Goa see off Inter Kashi’s challenge to seal semi-final berth

Reigning champions FC Goa stormed into the semi-finals of the AIFF Super Cup 2025-26 with a commanding 3-0 victory over Inter Kashi in a Group B match at the PJN Stadium in Fatorda, on Wednesday, as per the official website of the All India Football Federation (AIFF).

2025-10-30T03:20:42.142570+00:00 IST

Indian women’s football team loses to Nepal in exhibition match

The Indian women's team played an exhibition match with Nepal at a packed Paljor Stadium in Gangtok on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. The match ended 1-1 before Nepal emerged 3-0 winners in the penalty shootout

2025-10-30T03:01:41.648281+00:00 IST

Hockey

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India’s Ice Queens redefine grit

The team came in third in June at the 2025 IIHF Women's Asia Cup in Al Ain, UAE, and their success story demonstrates courage, resiliency, and overcoming barriers in a sport that has historically been seen as a male stronghold.

2025-08-13T04:18:18.170620+00:00 IST

Deepika Kumari on Sports Bill

The Upper House of the Parliament, the Rajya Sabha, on Tuesday passed the National Sports Governance Bill and the National Anti-Doping (Amendment) Bill, 2025, after it was passed in the Lower House, the Lok Sabha, on Monday.

2025-08-13T03:43:39.068495+00:00 IST

Hockey India applauds historic passing of National Sports Bill

Hockey India applauded the historic passage of the National Sports Governance Bill in Parliament, a moment that marks a new era for the administration and future of sports in India. This landmark legislation stands as the country's first unified and comprehensive legal framework for sports governance--an achievement that brings decades of calls for reform to fruition.

2025-08-12T20:17:47.733947+00:00 IST

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Football

UEFA Champions League knockout line-up set as 24 teams progress

16 teams will battle it out in the knockout phase play-offs for the remaining eight places in the Round of 16. Those confirmed in the play-offs include Atalanta, Atletico de Madrid, Borussia Dortmund, Benfica, Bodø/Glimt, Club Brugge, Galatasaray, Inter Milan, Juventus, Bayer Leverkusen, Monaco, Newcastle United, Olympiacos, Paris Saint-Germain, Qarabag and Real Madrid.

2026-01-29T11:58:26.250920+00:00 IST

Hockey

Hockey India names probable group ahead of FIH Men’s Pro League

Hockey India on Thursday announced a 33-member core probable group for the Senior Men's National Coaching Camp, scheduled to be held in Rourkela, Odisha, from February 1 to 7, according to a release.

2026-01-29T11:44:47.066771+00:00 IST

Cricket

South Africa Women name white-ball squads for Pakistan series

South Africa Women have named their white-ball squads for the upcoming Pakistan series at home from 10 February to 1 March, according to ICC.

2026-01-29T11:24:33.811279+00:00 IST

Others

PAFI receives affiliation from Paralympic Committee of India

The People's Armwrestling Federation of India (PAFI) has received official affiliation from the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI), marking a significant milestone in the growth and formal recognition of Para-Armwrestling in the country, according to a release.

2026-01-29T11:19:46.606257+00:00 IST

Others

"I don't think there is safety issue": Secertary General Pawan

Secretary General of the National Rifle Association of India, Pawan Kumar Singh, said there are no safety concerns in India and that the Indian government is supporting the association in hosting the upcoming Asian Rifle and Pistol Championships, starting next month.

2026-01-29T11:19:01.596103+00:00 IST

Cricket

“ISPL is here to stay”: Tiigers of Kolkata captain Bhavesh Pawar

Bhavesh Pawar, captain of the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) T10 franchise Tiigers of Kolkata, praised the tennis-ball cricket league, saying that the ISPL creates opportunities for players from across the country and is set to thrive for many years to come.

2026-01-29T11:18:43.472568+00:00 IST

Cricket

“It means everything”: Oliver Peake reacts after scoring ton

Australia U19 captain Oliver Peake (109 off 117 balls) scored his maiden century in U19 World Cup which helped his side set a big target of 315 runs for the Windies. The opening pair Will Malajczuk and Nitesh Samuel saw the Aussies off to a frantic and aggressive start.

2026-01-29T10:51:01.540852+00:00 IST

Tennis

Australian Open: Sabalenka marches into women's singles final

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka stormed into the women's singles final after thrashing 12th-seeded Elina Svitolina in a one-sided semifinal at Rod Laver Arena on Thursday.

2026-01-29T10:47:34.684215+00:00 IST

Others

Chennaiyin FC sign Mohammed Ali Bemammer

Chennaiyin FC have completed the signing of experienced defensive midfielder Mohammed Ali Bemammer, adding steel, leadership, and vast experience to the heart of the Marina Machans' midfield ahead of the upcoming season.

2026-01-29T09:29:15.888911+00:00 IST

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KCL: Gurus to take on Panthers, Royals to face Heroes on Day 6

The Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) heads into an intense phase with a compelling Day 6 double-header scheduled for 30th January, 2026, at the Sports University of Haryana, Rai, where four teams will battle for crucial momentum and league points.

2026-01-29T09:22:08.141025+00:00 IST

Cricket

Australia name three debutants for T20I series opener vs Pakistan

ustralia are set to play three debutants in the first Pakistan vs Australia T20I of the three-match series, on Thursday at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Mahli Beardman, Jack Edwards and Matthew Renshaw are set to earn their maiden T20I caps in the series opener.

2026-01-29T09:09:46.748948+00:00 IST

Others

ISSF "B" Coaches course concludes successfully in New Delhi

The five-day International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) "B" Coaches Course, conducted under the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) Education Program, concluded successfully on Wednesday, marking another significant step in strengthening India's coaching ecosystem in the sport of Shooting.

2026-01-29T08:07:09.328184+00:00 IST

Others

Ice Hockey League Season 3 set to begin in Ladakh

The Ice Hockey League returns to Ladakh for its third season, set to run from January 29 through February 14, 2026, at the Nawang Dorjay Stobdan (NDS) Stadium.

2026-01-29T08:03:49.583624+00:00 IST

Cricket

“Pressure shouldn’t be an excuse”: Chahal on Samson

Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal said that Sanju Samson will blame himself for not being able to perform ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026 after the batter suffered another batting failure in the fourth T20I of the ongoing India vs New Zealand T20I series.

2026-01-29T08:00:02.305802+00:00 IST