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Raksha Khadse visits SAI NEHU Shillong; Interacts with athletes and coaches, reviews sports infrastructure

Shillong (Meghalaya) | May 28, 2026 7:24:42 PM IST

Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports, Raksha Khadse, on Thursday visited the Sports Authority of India (SAI) North Eastern Hill University (NEHU) Centre in Shillong, where she interacted with athletes, coaches and officials and reviewed ... read..

Defending a title changes your mindset: Jitesh Sharma opens up on NECO Master Blaster's approach ahead of VPL T20

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | May 28, 2026 7:24:30 PM IST

Ahead of the upcoming season of the Vidarbha Premier League (VPL), T20 defending champions NECO Master Blaster captain Jitesh Sharma shared his thoughts on the pressure of defending a title, the mindset required to stay successful, and his expectations fr ... read..

"Rajasthan Royals juggernaut can be stopped by Gujarat Titans": Aakash Chopra ahead of IPL Qualifier 2

New Delhi | May 28, 2026 6:54:54 PM IST

As the Gujarat Titans (GT) gear up to face the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Qualifier 2 of the 2026 Indian Premier League in New Chandigarh on Friday, former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra believes GT have the discipline and structure to stop the strong momen ... read..

Manav Shah opens up on maiden U.S. Open qualification, golf journey, Indian roots and future dreams

By Jagdish Yadav California | May 28, 2026 5:54:39 PM IST

Indian-American golfer Manav Shah described his qualification for the upcoming U.S. Open 2026 as a "dream come true" after becoming the first Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) player to secure a place in a Major championship since the league's inception l ... read..

"Once he got his eye in, bowlers looked helpless": Aakash Chopra hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's knock against SRH

New Delhi | May 28, 2026 5:25:03 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra praised Rajasthan Royals (RR) young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for playing a fearless and highly controlled counter-attacking innings against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator of the Indian Premier Lea ... read..

Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals unveil new jersey ahead of T20 Mumbai League 2026

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 28, 2026 4:54:46 PM IST

Defending T20 Mumbai League champions Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals unveiled their official jersey for the upcoming season, kicking off their title defence with a bold new visual identity and campaign inspired by the team's fearless cricketing philo ... read..

"She is our pride": Union Minister Sanjay Seth backs India U-17 footballer Divyani Linda's dream

Ranchi (Jharkhand) | May 28, 2026 4:54:42 PM IST

India U-17 women's football player Divyani Linda's inspiring journey from a modest hut in Jharkhand to representing the country on international stages drew national attention on Thursday after Union Minister of State (MoS) Defence Sanjay Seth and Ranchi ... read..

WFI moves to Supreme Court against Delhi HC order allowing Vinesh Phogat in Asian Games trials

New Delhi | May 28, 2026 4:54:41 PM IST

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) on Thursday approached the Supreme Court, challenging the Delhi High Court's May 22 order permitting wrestler Vinesh Phogat to participate in the Asian Games 2026 selection trials. ... read..

Mangaluru set for surfing showdown as seventh NMPA Indian Open 2026 begins on May 29

Mangaluru (Karnataka) | May 28, 2026 3:54:27 PM IST

Indian surfing arrives at one of the most significant moments in its domestic history this week as the seventh edition of the NMPA Indian Open of Surfing 2026, a key stop on the national surfing circuit, prepares to bring together many of the country's le ... read..

"We don't want what happened to PBKS to happen to us": RR's Jofra Archer after win over SRH

Chandigarh | May 28, 2026 3:54:25 PM IST

Jofra Archer's three wickets inside the powerplay were crucial for Rajasthan Royals as they defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Eliminator of IPL 2026. ... read..

Singapore Open 2026: India's top-ranked stars Sindhu, Lakshya, Sat-Chi continue winning streak

New Delhi | May 28, 2026 3:25:06 PM IST

India's leading stars PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen, the men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, along with mixed doubles duo Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto, advanced to the quarterfinals of the Singapore Open on Thursday. ... read..

Former IPL player Gaurav Dhiman confident Gujarat Diamonds will shine in Big Cricket League

New Delhi | May 28, 2026 3:25:00 PM IST

Former Indian Premier League (IPL) cricketer Gaurav Dhiman has expressed his excitement and confidence ahead of representing Gujarat Diamonds in the upcoming Big Cricket League (BCL). ... read..

ICC announces all-female match officials panel for Women's T20 World Cup 2026

New Delhi | May 28, 2026 3:24:54 PM IST

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the panel of match officials for the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, confirming an all-female officiating group for the third consecutive edition of the tournament. ... read..

India drawn with Uzbekistan, Syria, Bangladesh in AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers

New Delhi | May 28, 2026 3:24:42 PM IST

The Indian U20 men's team have been drawn with Uzbekistan, Syria and Bangladesh in Group B of the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers after the draw conducted at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Thursday. ... read..

French Open 2026: Zverev, Ruud march into Roland-Garros third round with dominant wins

Paris | May 28, 2026 2:54:08 PM IST

Alexander Zverev and Casper Ruud delivered commanding performances to storm into the third round of Roland-Garros, underlining their credentials as serious contenders in the men's draw at Paris. ... read..

"Locked into his bubble": AB de Villiers impressed by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after Eliminator heroics

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 28, 2026 2:24:49 PM IST

Former South Africa cricketer AB de Villiers has lauded teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for his sensational knock in the Eliminator against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), calling his composure and game awareness "remarkable" for a 15-year-old. ... read..

"Don't cheat your craft": Harsh Dubey's message to young players after India call-up

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | May 28, 2026 2:24:36 PM IST

Harsh Dubey, who recently earned selection in India's ODI and Test squads for the upcoming home series against Afghanistan, shared a message for young cricketers, urging them to remain honest to their craft and give their absolute best in pursuit of succe ... read..

West Indies to host Sri Lanka, New Zealand and Pakistan in 2026 home season

St John's | May 28, 2026 1:24:49 PM IST

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has officially unveiled the full schedule for the 2026 Men's International Home Series, setting the stage for an electrifying summer of cricket across the Caribbean. ... read..

"Haters will say you're not 15 years old...": Russell praises teen sensation Sooryavanshi

New Delhi | May 28, 2026 1:24:47 PM IST

The 15-year-old batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has mesmerised everyone with his power-hitting and strike play. After his match-defining knock of 97 runs in just 29 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Eliminator of IPL 2026, the young ba ... read..

Neymar undergoes medical tests, misses Brazil's first FIFA World Cup training session

Rio de Janeiro | May 28, 2026 1:24:37 PM IST

Neymar missed Brazil's national football team's first training session ahead of the FIFA World Cup in June as he underwent further medical evaluation for a bruised right calf, according to the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF). ... read..

World Championship of Legends Season 3 set for October 2026, seven teams to battle for title

New Delhi | May 28, 2026 12:55:11 PM IST

The World Championship of Legends (WCL) is set to return for its third season in October 2026, with organisers promising another high-profile edition featuring some of the biggest names in world cricket. ... read..

Bengal T20 League unveils Men's and Women's fixtures for Season 3

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 28, 2026 12:54:52 PM IST

The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) on Thursday announced the fixtures for the third edition of the Bengal T20 League, which will be streamed live on JioHotstar as the tournament's official streaming partner for the 2026 season. ... read..

Jean-Philippe Mateta fires Crystal Palace to historic UEFA Conference League crown

Leipzig | May 28, 2026 12:24:55 PM IST

Jean-Philippe Mateta scored the decisive second-half goal as Crystal Palace defeated Rayo Vallecano 1-0 in the UEFA Conference League final on Wednesday to secure the club's first-ever European trophy in historic fashion. ... read..

Praggnanandhaa stuns Carlsen in classical thriller at Norway Chess Round 3

Oslo | May 28, 2026 11:54:52 AM IST

Indian Grandmaster Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa defeated world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen in a dramatic classical game to headline Round 3 of the Norway Chess tournament on Wednesday. ... read..

"It's freakish what he's doing at the moment": SRH Assistant Coach James Franklin on Sooryavanshi's sensational knock in Eliminator

Chandigarh | May 28, 2026 10:24:49 AM IST

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's sensational knock against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Eliminator of IPL 2026 took Rajasthan Royals to the second qualifier after a big 47-run win over SRH here at Maharaja Yadavindra International Stadium. ... read..

"Vaibhav doesn't plan anything, always backs himself": Jurel hails RR teammate after match-winning knock against SRH

Chandigarh | May 28, 2026 9:25:20 AM IST

Rajasthan Royals thrashed Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Eliminator clash of IPL 2026 at Mullanpur on Wednesday and took a step further towards their second IPL trophy. The winners of the first edition defeated Pat Cummins-led SRH by 47 runs in a run-fe ... read..

Unity Cup 2026: India suffer 0-2 defeat against Jamaica in semi-final clash in London

New Delhi | May 28, 2026 9:25:04 AM IST

The Indian men's football team suffered a 0-2 loss to Jamaica in the semi-final of the Unity Cup 2026 at The Valley, London, on Wednesday. ... read..

IOC mourns Raja Randhir Singh's death, Olympic flag to fly at half-mast for three days

New Delhi | May 28, 2026 8:54:16 AM IST

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) mourned the death of its Honorary Member Raja Randhir Singh, describing the former shooter and sports administrator as one of the most influential figures in Asian sport, while announcing that the Olympic flag wil ... read..

"I like being a perfectionist, could've reached 260": RR skipper Parag still searching for "perfect game" after eliminator win over SRH

Mullanpur (Punjab) | May 28, 2026 2:54:17 AM IST

Following his side's win over the Gujarat Titans (GT) in the eliminator, Rajasthan Royals (RR) skipper Riyan Parag hailed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for his masterclass, but felt that the team could have done better with the bat by reaching 260 runs at least an ... read..

Chris Gayle hails "new six machine" Sooryavanshi after teenager breaks iconic batter's IPL sixes record

New Delhi | May 28, 2026 2:24:30 AM IST

West Indies cricket icon Chris Gayle hailed India and Rajasthan Royals (RR) 15-year-old prodigy for his sensational 29-ball 97 against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) eliminator, which saw the teenager overtake the 'Universe B ... read..

"You don't have too many options": Cummins on Sooryavanshi blitz after RR knock SRH out of IPL 2026

Mullanpur (Punjab) | May 28, 2026 2:24:26 AM IST

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) captain Pat Cummins lauded Rajasthan Royals (RR) young sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after his match-winning 97 in the IPL 2026 Eliminator, admitting that the teenager's ability to punish even slight errors made a crucial differ ... read..

70-foot Messi statue in Kolkata to be taken down due to safety concerns

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 28, 2026 2:24:25 AM IST

The 70-foot statue of legendary Argentine footballer Lionel Messi set in Kolkata, West Bengal, is set to be taken down due to safety concerns, after it was spotted "swaying in the wind", as per a report from ESPN. ... read..

"Centuries will keep happening, focus is on trophy": Sooryavanshi after match-winning 97 against SRH in eliminator

Mullanpur (Punjab) | May 28, 2026 2:24:23 AM IST

Following his sensational 97 against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the eliminator, 15-year-old Rajasthan Royals (RR) prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi gave a glimpse into his batting mindset and emphasised that "centuries will keep happening" and the Indian Pre ... read..

Former Zimbabwe player Christopher Mpofu backs Gujarat Diamonds to shine in Big Cricket League

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 11:54:32 PM IST

Former Zimbabwe cricketer Christopher Mpofu has expressed his excitement about joining the Gujarat Diamonds for the upcoming season of the Big Cricket League. ... read..

LA28 Paralympics to host 560 medal events across 14 days

Los Angeles (California) | May 27, 2026 11:54:27 PM IST

The Los Angeles 2028 (LA28) Paralympic Games organising committee has unveiled the full competition schedule, confirming more than 1,100 hours of action across 14 days, featuring 23 sports and nearly 20 venues within a 35-mile (56-km) radius of the city. ... read..

French Open 2026: Djokovic advances to third round after win over Valentin Royer

Paris | May 27, 2026 11:54:18 PM IST

Serbian legend Novak Djokovic is steadily finding his rhythm on the iconic clay of Paris, progressing to the third round of the French Open 2026 on Wednesday. ... read..

Dealing in fours and sixes: Sooryavanshi topples Andre Russell for another IPL feat

Mullanpur (Punjab) | May 27, 2026 11:24:48 PM IST

Rajasthan Royals' 15-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues leaving behind a trail of records, surpassing West Indies legend Andre Russell for most runs scored in an Indian Premier League (IPL) season. ... read..

ISSF World Cup Munich: Esha Singh breaks world record, bags 25 m pistol gold

Munich | May 27, 2026 11:24:21 PM IST

Indian shooter Esha Singh broke the world record, securing the women's 25-metre pistol gold at the ISSF World Cup at Munich on Wednesday. ... read..

Dhruv Jurel crosses 500-run mark in IPL season, creates record

Mullanpur (Punjab) | May 27, 2026 10:54:16 PM IST

Rajasthan Royals (RR) wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel etched his name into the franchise's record books after a fine half-century against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the IPL 2026 Eliminator on Wednesday. ... read..

Sooryavanshi's explosive 97 powers Rajasthan Royals to 243/8 against Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL Eliminator

Mullanpur (Punjab) | May 27, 2026 10:24:23 PM IST

Rajasthan Royals (RR) opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered a breathtaking masterclass, smashing a sensational 29-ball 97 to power RR to a commanding total of 243/8 against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the IPL 2026 Eliminator clash on Wednesday evening. ... read..

"His bat swing has been outstanding": Tendulkar, Yuvraj hail Sooryavanshi's record-breaking knock in eliminator

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 10:24:22 PM IST

Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar hailed 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for his sensational knock against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the eliminator, pointing out his "outstanding bat swing" and how well he clears his front foot for balls aimed at l ... read..

Singapore Open: HS Prannoy, Lakshya Sen and Dhruv-Kapila advance to next round

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 10:24:20 PM IST

HS Prannoy upset World No. 5 Jonatan Christie 10-21, 21-12, 21-18 in a 61-minute men's singles battle on Day 2 of the Singapore Open at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. ... read..

India crowned Freestyle team champions; conclude campaign with historic 27-medal haul

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 10:24:15 PM IST

The Indian men's freestyle wrestling team was crowned the undisputed champions at the U23 Asian Wrestling Championships in Da Nang, Vietnam, lifting the Team Championship Trophy with a spectacular first-place finish. ... read..

Records tumble as Sooryavanshi hits 97 in 29 balls, overtakes Gayle for most sixes in a T20 tournament

Mullanpur (Punjab) | May 27, 2026 9:23:47 PM IST

Rajasthan Royals (RR) prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi surpassed West Indies legend Chris Gayle for most sixes in a single Indian Premier League (IPL) edition and in a T20 tournament. ... read..

Indian women's hockey team beats Australia in shootout to win second match of friendly series

Perth | May 27, 2026 8:54:13 PM IST

The Indian women's hockey team secured a hard-fought win against Australia on Wednesday at the Perth Hockey Stadium to level the four-match friendly series 1-1. ... read..

Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur nine runs away from 4,000-run mark in T20Is

Chelmsford | May 27, 2026 8:24:34 PM IST

Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur is just nine runs away from becoming the second Indian women's cricketer to reach the 4,000 run mark in T20Is. ... read..

Sumit Antil breaks his own javelin F64 world record at Indian Open Para Athletics C'ships

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | May 27, 2026 8:24:30 PM IST

India's Olympic and World Championship gold medalist para javelin thrower Sumit Antil broke his own world record in men's javelin F64 at the Indian Open Para Athletics Championships in Bengaluru on Wednesday. ... read..

Singapore Open: HS Prannoy upsets Jonatan Christie; Dhruv-Kapila advance in mixed doubles

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 8:24:26 PM IST

HS Prannoy upset World No. 5 Jonatan Christie 10-21, 21-12, 21-18 in a 61-minute battle on Day 2 of the Singapore Open at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. ... read..

Sunrisers Hyderabad opt to bowl against Rajasthan Royals in IPL Eliminator

Mullanpur (Punjab) | May 27, 2026 7:54:17 PM IST

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) won the toss and decided to field against the inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 Eliminator clash on Wednesday evening. ... read..

"Plenty of room for improvement": Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente ahead of FIFA World Cup in June

Madrid | May 27, 2026 7:24:55 PM IST

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has said his team is still evolving despite entering the FIFA World Cup 2026 as European champions, stressing that there remains significant scope for improvement ahead of the global tournament in June. ... read..

"Let's just be patient": Australia head coach Andrew McDonald on Ollie Peake ahead of 1st ODI vs Pakistan

Rawalpindi | May 27, 2026 6:54:36 PM IST

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has urged patience over 19-year-old youngster Ollie Peake ahead of the opening ODI against Pakistan, stressing that he is making a "significant leap" into international cricket. ... read..

Odisha to host Asian Indoor Athletics Championships 2027

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | May 27, 2026 6:54:33 PM IST

Odisha has been awarded the hosting rights for the prestigious Asian Indoor Athletics Championships 2027, a decision taken by the Asian Athletics Council during its meeting in Hong Kong on Wednesday. ... read..

How SRH's faith in inexperienced, uncapped pace talent transformed franchise's fortunes after dismal start

Mullanpur (Punjab) | May 27, 2026 6:54:16 PM IST

As Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) take on Rajasthan Royals (RR) for the Indian Premier League (IPL) eliminator, it is only right that the transformation of the franchise's bowling is looked into, which has played a massive role in their turnaround after a poor ... read..

"What problem?": Neymar downplays his calf injury ahead of FIFA World Cup

Brasilia | May 27, 2026 6:24:43 PM IST

Brazil star Neymar does not expect his calf injury to hinder his FIFA World Cup campaign. ... read..

Indian men's hockey coach Fulton anticipates "tough tests" in European leg of FIH Pro League ahead of World Cup

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 5:54:30 PM IST

Indian men's hockey coach Craig Fulton said that the European leg of the FIH Pro League is exactly what the team needs before the World Cup this year, saying that "tough tests against world-class opposition" will help them understand where they stand in t ... read..

"Dream come true": Harmanpreet Kaur on potential Lord's T20 World Cup glory

Chelmsford | May 27, 2026 5:54:20 PM IST

India women's captain Harmanpreet Kaur has said that winning the ICC Women's T20 World Cup at Lord's would represent a "dream come true" and a full-circle moment in her career, as she reflected on making her T20 international debut in England during the 2 ... read..

Harmanpreet returns to lead as Hockey India name 24-member squad for European leg of FIH Pro League 2025-26

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 5:24:55 PM IST

Hockey India on Wednesday announced a 24-member Indian Men's Team for the upcoming European leg of the FIH Pro League 2025-26. Harmanpreet Singh has returned to lead the side after missing the Hobart leg earlier this year due to personal reasons. The Indi ... read..

"This team does not depend on just one person": RCB skipper Patidar after sealing second successive IPL final

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 27, 2026 5:24:53 PM IST

Following his side's win over the Gujarat Titans (GT) in Qualifier One that enabled the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to book their second successive Indian Premier League (IPL) final, skipper Rajat Patidar said that the team does not depend on just o ... read..

"Captain's knock under pressure": Raina lauds Patidar's 93 after RCB's big Qualifier 1 win

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 27, 2026 5:24:52 PM IST

Former India cricketer Suresh Raina has heaped praise on Rajat Patidar after the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain's match-winning performance against the Gujarat Titans (GT) in Qualifier 1 of the IPL 2026 at Dharamsala on Tuesday. ... read..

Bangladesh players climb ICC Rankings after historic Pakistan whitewash

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 4:54:41 PM IST

Bangladesh players Mushfiqur Rahim and Litton Das, who cracked centuries in the second Test of their ICC World Test Championship series against Pakistan in Sylhet, have made major gains in the ICC Men's Test Batting Rankings. ... read..

"Always a balance as bowler": Pat Cummins on Sooryavanshi challenge ahead of Eliminator

Mullanpur (Punjab) | May 27, 2026 4:54:39 PM IST

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) captain Pat Cummins has said the team is focusing on refining their bowling plans and learning from past mistakes as they gear up for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 Eliminator against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in New Chandigarh ... read..

Blue Tigers to play two friendlies against Tajikistan during June FIFA window

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 4:24:48 PM IST

The Indian men's national team will play two friendly matches against Tajikistan on June 5 and 9, in Hisor, Tajikistan, during the FIFA International Match Window. ... read..

Tamil Nadu Sports Minister gives Rs 10 lakh aid to chess GM R Vaishali

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 27, 2026 3:54:23 PM IST

Minister for Public Works and Sports, Aadhav Arjuna, today presented a cheque for Rs 10 lakh to Tamil Nadu chess player and a grandmaster, R Vaishali, at the Nehru Indoor Stadium as financial assistance for participating in international competitions, acc ... read..

Archer versus SRH's top-three, Cummins' death overs dominance: Talking points ahead of SRH-RR eliminator

Mullanpur (Punjab) | May 27, 2026 3:25:06 PM IST

Plenty of exciting match-ups and sub-plots will play out as Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) take on Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in eliminator. ... read..

Kimberly Birrell stuns Jessica Pegula to reach French Open second round

Paris | May 27, 2026 3:24:53 PM IST

World No. 83 Kimberly Birrell snapped a five-match losing streak and came from a set down to stun No. 5 seed Jessica Pegula 1-6, 6-3, 6-3 to reach the second round of the French Open 2026 in Paris for the first time. ... read..

Will Abhishek Sharma overcome poor T20 knockout record in eliminator?

Mullanpur (Punjab) | May 27, 2026 2:54:32 PM IST

Stepping out in the field in Sunrisers Hyderabad's (SRH) loud and vibrant Orange jersey on his home soil, opener Abhishek Sharma will be eyeing to improve his underwhelming IPL and T20 knockout numbers. ... read..

Five-time Olympian, Asian Games gold medallist Raja Randhir Singh dies at 79

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 2:54:30 PM IST

Five-time Olympian, Asian Games gold medallist, veteran sports administrator and Arjuna Award-winning shooter Raja Randhir Singh passed away on Wednesday morning in New Delhi at the age of 79. ... read..

Gautam Gambhir inaugurates 51st All India Goswami Ganesh Dutt Memorial Cricket Tournament, hails its long-standing legacy

By Vipul Kashyap New Delhi | May 27, 2026 2:54:14 PM IST

Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir inaugurated the 51st edition of the All India Goswami Ganesh Dutt Memorial Cricket Tournament in New Delhi on Wednesday and praised its long-standing legacy as one of the oldest tournaments in Delhi's cricket circuit. ... read..

Ishan Kishan's recent T20 knockouts success gives SRH's 'pocket dynamo' an edge

Mullanpur (Punjab) | May 27, 2026 2:24:01 PM IST

Sunrisers Hyderabad's (SRH) dependable number three batter Ishan Kishan will be aiming to continue his fine record in T20 knockout matches as his side locks horns with Rajasthan Royals (RR) at Mullanpur. ... read..

Yogasana Bharat leaders express enthusiasm ahead of World Yogasana Championship

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 2:23:46 PM IST

Yogasana Bharat president Udit Sheth, along with its vice president Sanjay Malpani, Secretary General Jaideep Arya, expressed immense enthusiasm for Yogasana ahead of the inaugural edition of the World Yogasana Championship. ... read..

All eyes on speed guns: Archer, Cummins bring 'The Ashes' flavour to SRH-RR Eliminator

Mullanpur (Punjab) | May 27, 2026 2:23:41 PM IST

Speed guns at Mullanpur could grab extra attention and need more batteries as the Indian Premier League (IPL) eliminator between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) will have Pat Cummins and Jofra Archer, two of the world's best pacers, tr ... read..

Rajasthan Royals prodigy Sooryavanshi 7 sixes away from surpassing Gayle's IPL record

Mullanpur (Punjab) | May 27, 2026 1:54:50 PM IST

Rajasthan Royals' 15-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is just seven sixes away from outclassing West Indies legend Chris Gayle for most sixes in a single edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). ... read..

Club Tijuana expresses "great pride" in serving as Iran's training base for FIFA World Cup 2026

Tijuana | May 27, 2026 1:54:48 PM IST

Club Tijuana, a local football club based in the Mexican city of Tijuana, expressed "great pride" at hosting Iran's national football team during the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 after the side shifted its training base from the United States to Mexico am ... read..

Norway Chess: Praggnanandhaa falls to Firouzja in round 2, Wesley So defeats Gukesh; Deshmukh beats Humpy in all-Indian clash

Oslo | May 27, 2026 12:54:25 PM IST

Alireza Firouzja defeated India's R Praggnanandhaa 3-0 in round 2 of Norway Chess 2026, while the match between Wesley So and D Gukesh was drawn, with So taking the Armageddon win, as per a press release from Norway Chess. In an all-Indian women's clash, ... read..

Jannik Sinner opens French Open 2026 campaign with dominant win over Clement Tabur

Paris | May 27, 2026 10:54:19 AM IST

Jannik Sinner's French Open 2026 campaign got off to a positive strat as the world No. 1 delivered a dominant straight-sets win over France's Clement Tabur on Wednesday (as per the Indian Standard Time). ... read..

India's Yuki Bhambri, N Sriram Balaji advance to second round at French Open 2026

Paris | May 27, 2026 10:24:11 AM IST

India's Yuki Bhambri and N Sriram Balaji advanced to the second round of the men's doubles event at the French Open on Tuesday. ... read..

Glenn Phillips lauds Rajat Patidar's "fabulous" 93* as RCB crush GT to reach IPL 2026 final

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 27, 2026 9:54:34 AM IST

Gujarat Titans' (GT) Glenn Phillips hailed Rajat Patidar's match-winning 93*-run knock, which guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to a massive 92-run victory over the Shubman Gill-led side in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season's Qualifier cl ... read..

Mo Bobat hails RCB's "complete" performance in Qualifier clash against GT, credits Patidar's captaincy

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 27, 2026 8:54:23 AM IST

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Director of Cricket, Mo Bobat, expressed satisfaction over the team's "complete" performance and hailed Rajat Patidar's "calm" captaincy after the defending champions reached the final of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2 ... read..

RR all-rounder Shanaka hails "great leader in the making" Parag ahead of eliminator against SRH

Mullanpur (Punjab) | May 27, 2026 2:24:09 AM IST

Ahead of his side's Indian Premier League (IPL) eliminator clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Rajasthan Royals (RR) all-rounder Dasun Shanaka hailed captain Riyan Parag as a "great leader in the making" for both the franchise and Team India. ... read..

"Not worried about my wicket": RCB skipper Patidar after sealing second successive IPL final spot

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 27, 2026 1:54:48 AM IST

Following his side's win over the Gujarat Titans (GT), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) skipper Rajat Patidar hailed his batters' fearless intent and asserted that he likes putting bowlers under pressure without worrying about his wicket. ... read..

"Good powerplay could have made it chasable": Shubman Gill reflects on GT's heavy defeat against RCB

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 27, 2026 1:54:46 AM IST

Shubman Gill reflected that the Gujarat Titans fell short against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru mainly because they couldn't make full use of the Powerplay after his side faced a 92-run defeat in Qualifier 1 of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) a ... read..

SRH pace bowling coach Franklin: "Nitish has put quite a bit of work"

Mullanpur (Punjab) | May 27, 2026 1:54:45 AM IST

Ahead of his side's eliminator clash against Rajasthan Royals (RR), Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) fast bowling coach James Franklin hailed young Indian all-rounder for his remarkable turnaround after a poor 2025 season, saying that he has put "quite a bit of ... read..

RCB pacer Bhuvneshwar speaks on team's reliance on data after reaching second successive IPL final

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 27, 2026 1:54:42 AM IST

Following his side's win over the Gujarat Titans (GT), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar spoke on his bowling plans focusing on leg-before-wicket and bowled dismissals, the role of data in their success and thanked the staff workin ... read..

8th Indian Open International Para Athletics Championships 2026: Day 1 produces thrilling performances in Bengaluru

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | May 26, 2026 11:24:36 PM IST

The opening day of the 8th Indian Open International Para Athletics Championships 2026 witnessed exceptional performances from para athletes across the country, with several intense finishes and remarkable field event displays. ... read..

Kagiso Rabada breaks IPL record for most powerplay wickets in a season

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 26, 2026 11:24:17 PM IST

Gujarat Titans (GT) ace seamer Kagiso Rabada etched his name into the Indian Premier League (IPL) record books during GT's Qualifier 1 clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium on Tuesday. ... read..

RCB skipper Rajat Patidar continues sensational run in IPL playoffs with masterclass vs GT

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 26, 2026 10:54:27 PM IST

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) skipper Rajat Patidar continued his incredible run in the Indian Premier League (IPL) playoffs with a sensational 33-ball 93 against Gujarat Titans (GT) at Dharamsala on Tuesday. ... read..

Ravi Dahiya praises Deaf cricketers' passion, backs bright future for Indian wrestling

By Vivek Prabhakar Singh New Delhi | May 26, 2026 10:54:17 PM IST

Olympics silver medalist Ravi Dahiya praised deaf cricketers for their dedication and hard work, saying he feels inspired by their passion and commitment despite the challenges they face. ... read..

Real Madrid presidency candidate claims he will sign "two international stars" after being elected

Madrid | May 26, 2026 10:54:15 PM IST

Real Madrid presidential elections candidate Enrique Riquelme has claimed he has two unnamed "international stars" whom he will sign to boost the team after a trophyless campaign if he replaces the current president Florentino Perez. ... read..

French Open: 17-year-old Kouame scripts history on home soil; Walton shocks Medvedev

Paris | May 26, 2026 10:23:57 PM IST

Just a day after Gael Monfils exited in the first round of the French Open, France's young athlete Moise Kouame shocked the former world number three Marin Cilic to become the youngest player to win a main draw match at the competition since 2001. ... read..

"We always want to be crowned champions": Argentina's Alvarez seeks back-to-back FIFA World Cup glory

Buenos Aires | May 26, 2026 9:54:50 PM IST

Argentina's 2022 FIFA World Cup-winning star Julian Alvarez has said that the side wants to be crowned champions again and making it back-to-back wins would make the Argentina team amongst the greatest. ... read..

Patidar's 33-ball masterclass powers RCB to highest-ever IPL playoff score against GT

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 26, 2026 9:54:43 PM IST

A blistering knock from Rajat Patidar, backed by crucial contributions from Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal and Krunal Pandya, powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a mammoth 254/5 against Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1 of the Indian Premier League at Dhara ... read..

Vidit Gujrathi, Benjamin Bok reach India Rising: Road to EWC LAN finals, a step away from Esports World Cup 2026

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 26, 2026 9:24:33 PM IST

Indian Grandmaster and double Olympiad Gold medalist, Vidit Gujrathi and Dutch Grandmaster Benjamin Bok have qualified for the India Rising: Road to EWC Chess LAN Finals in Mumbai following an intense closed playoff stage featuring some of the biggest nam ... read..

RCB's Virat Kohli becomes first IPL batter to register four successive 600-plus run seasons

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 26, 2026 9:24:23 PM IST

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batting icon Virat Kohli became the first Indian Premier League (IPL) in history to register four successive 600-run seasons on Tuesday. ... read..

Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Dhiraj Bommadevara receive extensive support for LA 2028 cycle from SAI

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 8:54:31 PM IST

In order to sharpen preparations for the Asian Games 2026 and the upcoming Archery World Cup stages, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and Sports Authority of India have continued to provide extensive financial and high-performance support to the c ... read..

Australian Women's Hockey team edge India 2-1 in opening match of friendly series

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 8:54:24 PM IST

The four-match friendly series between the Indian and Australian Women's Hockey Teams commenced on Tuesday with a close encounter that saw Australia secure a narrow 2-1 victory in Perth. ... read..

Afghanistan squad for one-off Test, three ODIs against India unveiled

Kabul | May 26, 2026 8:54:15 PM IST

Batter Hashmatullah Shahidi will lead Afghanistan for the one-off Test and the three-match ODI series against India away from home, starting from June 6 onwards. ... read..

Kumar Mohit and Chandermohan strike gold as Indian freestyle wrestlers claim 9 medals counting in Vietnam

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 8:54:11 PM IST

Indian freestyle wrestlers maintained their solid form at the U23 Asian Championships in Da Nang, Vietnam, adding four more medals to the country's tally on day four of the competition on Tuesday. ... read..

IPL 2026, Qualifier 1: GT win toss, elect to field first against RCB

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 26, 2026 7:54:07 PM IST

Gujarat Titans (GT) skipper Shubman Gill won the toss and elected to field first against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) Qualifier One clash at Dharamsala on Tuesday. ... read..

Shuttler Lakshya Sen returns to BWF Top 10 in men's singles rankings after 440 days

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 7:24:16 PM IST

India's Commonwealth Games champion and Paris Olympics semifinalist, Lakshya Sen, has made it back to the top 10 in the Badminton World Federation (BWF) men's singles rankings for the first time since March last year. ... read..

P V Sindhu & Satwik-Chirag begin Singapore Open with wins

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 7:24:09 PM IST

Indian seniors PV Sindhu and the men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty started their Singapore Open campaign on a positive note, advancing to the next round after defeating their respective opponents at the Singapore Indoor Stadi ... read..

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