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"BJP and their "Vichar Parivaar": Congress' Priyank Kharge criticises BJP for outrage on inclusion of Bangladesh player in IPL

New Delhi | January 2, 2026 9:18:35 AM IST

Congress and Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge on Friday criticised the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for its outrage over the inclusion of a Bangladesh player in the Indian Premier League (IPL). ... read..

"Commendable and inspiring": Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulates MLA Suresh Kumar for cycling 702kms to Kanniyakumari

New Delhi | January 2, 2026 8:48:46 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday congratulated Bengaluru MLA Suresh Kumar for cycling more than 700 km from Bengaluru to Kanniyakumari. ... read..

Maharashtra U19 crowned champions of BCCI Women's U19 One Day Trophy 2025-26

Pune (Maharashtra) | January 2, 2026 8:48:44 AM IST

The Maharashtra Under-19 Women's team etched their name in history by clinching the BCCI Women's Under-19 One Day Trophy 2025-26, delivering a commanding all-round performance in the final against Gujarat at the MCA International Stadium, Gahunje, Pune, a ... read..

So many lessons to be grateful for: Shubman Gill reflects on highs and lows of 2025

New Delhi | January 2, 2026 8:48:41 AM IST

India Test and ODI skipper Shubman Gill reflected on a defining 2025, expressing gratitude for the lessons, experiences and memories as he looks ahead to the new year. ... read..

Usman Khawaja to retire from international cricket after fifth Ashes Test in Sydney

Sydney | January 2, 2026 8:18:39 AM IST

Veteran Australian opener Usman Khawaja has confirmed that he will retire from international cricket after the conclusion of the fifth Ashes Test against England at the Sydney Cricket Ground, beginning later this month, as confirmed by ESPNcricinfo on Fri ... read..

"I'm a coloured cricketer": Usman Khawaja slams racial stereotyping

Sydney | January 2, 2026 8:18:33 AM IST

Usman Khawaja, who has confirmed his international retirement after the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney against England, opened up about facing criticism after suffering a back injury at the start of the Ashes series, according to ESPNcricinfo. ... read..

Wickets tumble faster than ever; pace dominates spinners in record-breaking Ashes series

New Delhi | January 1, 2026 11:18:50 PM IST

The ongoing Ashes series is redefining how quickly Test matches can move, with bowlers dominating to an extent rarely seen in the contest's long history. Across the four Tests played so far, a wicket has fallen every 40.3 deliveries, the lowest recorded i ... read..

Irfan feels playing WPL ahead of women's T20 WC will benefit Team India

New Delhi | January 1, 2026 11:18:38 PM IST

As the Indian women's team enters a new year after having won their maiden 50-over World Cup last year, former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan backed the Women in Blue to do well in the T20 World Cup and translate their ODI form into the shortest format, ... read..

Shrachi Bengal Tigers beat SG Pipers 3-3 (4-3 SO) in thrilling Women's Hockey India League clash

Ranchi (Jharkhand) | January 1, 2026 11:18:35 PM IST

Shrachi Bengal Tigers held their nerve in a dramatic Women's Hockey India League 2025-26 encounter to edge past SG Pipers in a shootout after the two sides were locked at 3-3 at the end of regulation time, with Lalremsiami's sudden-death conversion sealin ... read..

Uthappa reveals two promising youngsters as Indian men's, women's cricketers to watch out for in 2026

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 1, 2026 11:18:26 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa picked young women's batting sensation Pratika Rawal and hard-hitting number three Tilak Verma as Indian players to watch out for this year. ... read..

Lionel Messi extends New Year wishes to fans, posts pictures with family

Buenos Aires | January 1, 2026 10:48:44 PM IST

Argentina's FIFA World Cup-winning football icon Lionel Messi extended Happy New Year wishes to his fans and shared a picture with his family on Thursday. ... read..

The more responsibility he gets, the more he will grow: Irfan Pathan backs Shubman Gill

New Delhi | January 1, 2026 10:18:37 PM IST

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has shown his support to Shubman Gill, drawing parallels between the young batter's journey and the early advice he himself received from Rahul Dravid when he broke into the Indian team. ... read..

WFI president Sanjay welcomes Vinesh Phogat's retirement u-turn ahead of LA28 Olympics

Gonda (Uttar Pradesh) | January 1, 2026 10:18:30 PM IST

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Sanjay Singh welcomed ace wrestler Vinesh Phogat's return to the sport ahead of the Los Angeles Olympics 2028. ... read..

Irfan Pathan calls for more five-match ODI series, tri-nation tournaments as Rohit-Virat display impressive form

New Delhi | January 1, 2026 9:48:32 PM IST

As India approaches a new year of cricketing action, former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan questioned that with ODI-exclusive stalwarts in such impressive form, why there are no more five-match ODI series or any triangular/quadrangular series taking plac ... read..

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

New Delhi | January 1, 2026 9:18:44 PM IST

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, as per the official website of All Indi ... read..

Left-arm spin emphasis, all-round depth: Key takeways from Australia's ICC T20 WC squad

New Delhi | January 1, 2026 9:18:42 PM IST

Australia's provisional squad for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 is all about adaptability, with Mitchell Marsh at the helm and a strong core of players ready to take on the best in India and Sri Lanka, as per the official website of the International Cricket ... read..

Chennai Singams name Ankur Singh captain, Ketan Mhatre vice-captain for ISPL Season 3

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 1, 2026 9:18:41 PM IST

Chennai Singams have announced Ankur Singh as Captain and Ketan Mhatre as Vice-Captain for the upcoming Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) Season 3. The franchise also unveiled a Rs 1,00,000 award for the 'Man of the Match' & Rs 50,000 reward for the ... read..

Chelsea, head coach Enzo Maresca part ways

London | January 1, 2026 8:18:59 PM IST

Chelsea announced parting ways with their head coach Enzo Maresca on Thursday. ... read..

UPKL: New year, same dominance as Lucknow Lions overpower Awadh Ramdoots

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | January 1, 2026 8:18:54 PM IST

The new year began the same way the previous one ended for Lucknow Lions, as they delivered another commanding performance to defeat Awadh Ramdoots 48-33 in the opening match of Day 8 of the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL) Season 2 at the Noida Indoor ... read..

Roberto Carlos confirms successful medical procedure; clarifies he "did not suffer heart attack"

Brasilia | January 1, 2026 7:48:32 PM IST

Brazilian football legend Roberto Carlos has shared a health update and clarified that he recently underwent a preventative medical procedure and did not suffer any heart attack. ... read..

Vadodara all set for table tennis extravaganza as WTT Youth Contenders and WTT Feeder Series attracts 334 players from 10 countries

Vadodara (Gujarat) | January 1, 2026 7:48:24 PM IST

India's reputation as a major table tennis destination will receive further boost as the Sama Indoor Sports Complex here is all set to host the WTT Youth Contender 2026, followed by the WTT Feeder Series 2026 from January 2-11, according to a release. ... read..

Australian PM Albanese hosts Aussie, England players for annual New Year's Day reception ahead of 5th Ashes Test

New South Wales | January 1, 2026 7:18:41 PM IST

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese hosted players from the Australian and England cricket teams ahead of the final Ashes Test at Kirribilli House for his annual New Year's Day reception on Thursday. ... read..

Mitchell Marsh's blazing century powers Perth Scorchers past Hobart Hurricanes in BBL

Hobart | January 1, 2026 7:18:40 PM IST

Mitchell Marsh's scintillating century powered Perth Scorchers to a commanding 40-run victory over Hobart Hurricanes in the Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 on Thursday. ... read..

"No thanks": Former Aussie pacer Gillespie declines suggestion to coach Indian Test Team

New Delhi | January 1, 2026 6:48:37 PM IST

Former Australian cricketer Jason Gillespie declined a suggestion to coach the Indian Test team as they face struggles in the longest format of the game after a whitewash Test series loss at home to New Zealand and South Africa in back-to-back years. ... read..

"It's kind of fun, but also challenging because...": PR Sreejesh opens up on his role at SG Pipers' franchise

By Diptayan Hazra Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | January 1, 2026 6:48:33 PM IST

Legendary Indian goalkeeper and two-time Olympic bronze medallist PR Sreejesh, who is the Director of Hockey for the SG Pipers franchise in the Hockey India League (HIL), has opened up on the challenges and the enjoyable aspects of his administrative role ... read..

"Positive signs...": Gilchrist provides update on Martyn's health amid meningitis battle

Melbourne | January 1, 2026 6:18:33 PM IST

Australian cricketing icon Adam Gilchrist issued a health update on his former teammate Damien Martyn as he battles meningitis, saying that the 54-year-old is "still in hospital and some positive signs are the indications coming out of the various tests h ... read..

BBL: Babar, Abbott shine as Sixers pull off six-wicket win over Renegades

Melbourne | January 1, 2026 5:48:40 PM IST

A fine half-century from Babar Azam and a three-wicket haul by pacer Sean Abbott helped Sydney Sixers seal a six-wicket win over Melbourne Renegades during their Big Bash League (BBL) New Year's clash on Thursday. ... read..

World Cup ambitions, Asian Games title defence headline the new year for Indian Hockey

New Delhi | January 1, 2026 5:18:41 PM IST

Following a year of significant achievements, the Indian Hockey team will enter 2026 with an action-packed schedule featuring several marquee international tournaments. ... read..

Ranchi Royals and Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons focus on sharp execution and strong circle defence

New Delhi | January 1, 2026 4:48:41 PM IST

As the Hockey India League (HIL) 2026 season draws closer, the Ranchi Royals and Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons are taking shape with clear tactical identities. While the Royals are built around speed, versatility and attacking transitions, the Dragons have fo ... read..

Ashes: Usman Khawaja picked as Australia announce squad for Sydney Test against England

Sydney | January 1, 2026 2:18:41 PM IST

Australia announced the 15-member squad on Thursday for the fifth and final Ashes Test against England, starting on January 4 in Sydney, as confirmed by cricket.com.au. ... read..

Ashes: Usman Khawaja to break silence over Test future ahead of Sydney Test

Sydney | January 1, 2026 1:48:51 PM IST

Veteran Australian opener Usman Khawaja is set to break his silence over his Test future ahead of the fifth and final Ashes Test against England in Sydney, according to The Australian. Khwaja is expected to hold a news conference ahead of the Sydney Test ... read..

SA20: Pretoria Capitals defeat MI Cape Town by 85 runs to earn a bonus point victory

Cape Town | January 1, 2026 1:48:42 PM IST

New Year's Eve proved to be the good luck charm for Pretoria Capitals as they joined Paarl Royals in opening their SA20 Season 4 accounts with their respective first victories on Wednesday, according to a release. ... read..

From RCB's maiden IPL title to Neeraj's 90-m throw: 2025 saw several 'firsts' in sports

New Delhi | January 1, 2026 1:19:02 PM IST

The year 2025 will be remembered as the year the "impossible" became "possible." From the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) ending their Indian Premier League (IPL) trophy drought to India's star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra breaking the hallowed 90-mete ... read..

India's 'golden boy' Neeraj Chopra's stellar 2025: From touching 90 m mark to heartbreaking 26-event streak end

New Delhi | January 1, 2026 1:18:54 PM IST

India's ace javelin thrower, two-time Olympic medalist and former world champion Neeraj Chopra's stunning 26-event run of finishing in the top two on the podium came to an end on a heartbreaking note with an 8th-place finish during his world title defence ... read..

Indian women's cricket finally gets its crowning moment: 2025 a year of records, redemption, domination

New Delhi | January 1, 2026 1:18:44 PM IST

The Indian Women's cricket team scripted history in 2025, producing one of the most remarkable comebacks the game has ever witnessed to clinch their maiden ICC Women's World Cup title. ... read..

Year of new twin kings: How Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner dominated Tennis world in 2025

New Delhi | January 1, 2026 12:49:15 PM IST

Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, who are often known as the "big three" in the tennis world, dominated the Tennis world for many years. Now it looks like the baton has been passed with "new twin kings" Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, domi ... read..

From Shubman Gill to Temba Bavuma, the top 10 men's cricketers of 2025

New Delhi | January 1, 2026 12:49:05 PM IST

The calendar year of 2025 saw several memorable performances from the cricketing world, from young, rising stars and veterans alike. ... read..

Fall in Rankings, ISL Freeze, Messi GOAT tour: Indian Football's 2025 in nutshell

New Delhi | January 1, 2026 1:18:40 PM IST

Indian football had a tough year in 2025. It was the sound of an alarm clock being smashed against the wall in Indian football. ... read..

"I think it definitely can spin": Australia off-spinner Todd Murphy hoping to play Sydney Test against England

Sydney | January 1, 2026 12:18:29 PM IST

After missing out on the fourth Ashes Test against England in Melbourne, Australian off-spinner Todd Murphy is hoping to play the fifth and final Test in Sydney, according to a report by ESPNcricinfo . The Sydney Test between the two countries will start ... read..

"Wishing you a boundary-filled year": ICC Chairman Jay Shah extends warm greetings on first day of 2026

New Delhi | January 1, 2026 11:48:58 AM IST

ICC Chairman Jay Shah began 2026 by sharing a heartfelt post on X, extending warm wishes on Thursday. ... read..

Cricketing fraternity extends warm New Year 2026 greetings

New Delhi | January 1, 2026 9:48:25 AM IST

From Chris Gayle to Anil Kumble, the cricketing fraternity across the globe extended warm greetings on Thursday on the occassion of the New Year 2026. ... read..

India women's team World Cup-winning members offer prayers at Mahakaleshwar temple on first day of 2026

Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh) | January 1, 2026 9:18:26 AM IST

The members of the India women's cricket team, who lifted the ICC World Cup 2025 title, attended the Bhasm Aarti at Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple and offered prayers on the occasion of the New Year 2026. ... read..

BPL: Chattogram to not host remainder of tournament matches

Chattogram | January 1, 2026 8:48:40 AM IST

The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) governing council has decided to drop Chattogram from hosting the remainder of the BPL 2025-26 tournament matches, according to ESPNcricinfo. ... read..

"I'm not a fan of him": Matthew Hayden's blunt remark on Australia batting coach Michael Di Venuto

New Delhi | January 1, 2026 8:48:33 AM IST

Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden has said that he is not a fan of current Australian batting coach Michael Di Venuto. Hayden made the blunt remark to SEN Cricket after Australia's poor batting performance in the Fourth Ashes Test against England ... read..

Mitchell Marsh to captain as Australia name provisional squad for T20 World Cup 2026

Melbourne | January 1, 2026 8:18:30 AM IST

Cricket Australia have announced a spin-heavy provisional squad for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2026 in Sri Lanka and India on Monday. Veteran all-rounder Mitchell Marsh will lead the 15-member squad in the showpiece tournament. ... read..

Krunal Pandya displays ominous form in VHT; encouraging signs for his IPL franchise RCB

New Delhi | December 31, 2025 11:48:50 PM IST

In an encouraging development for defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Indian all-rounder Krunal Pandya is displaying some fine form ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. ... read..

Olympic Champion Andre De Grasse named International Event Ambassador for the 21st edition of Tata Mumbai Marathon

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 31, 2025 11:19:01 PM IST

The Tata Mumbai Marathon (TMM), a World Athletics Gold Label Race, set to take place on January 18, 2026, has announced Olympic Champion Andre De Grasse as the International Event Ambassador for its 21st edition. ... read..

Real Madrid, Brazil icon Roberto Carlos undergoes heart surgery, says "I am fine"

Brasilia | December 31, 2025 11:18:52 PM IST

Real Madrid and Brazil icon Roberto Carlos underwent an emergency heart surgery, reported GOAL.com. ... read..

Mansukh Mandaviya virtually inaugurates foundation stone laying of Rs 75 Crore High Performance Centre at SAI NSSC Bengaluru

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 31, 2025 11:18:51 PM IST

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, on Wednesday virtually inaugurated the Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony for a state-of-the-art High Performance Centre (HPC) at the Sports Authority of India's Netaji Subhas Southern Centre ( ... read..

SG Pipers continue their winning momentum with narrow 1-0 victory against Soorma Hockey Club in Women's HIL clash

Ranchi (Jharkhand) | December 31, 2025 10:48:47 PM IST

SG Pipers put in a composed and disciplined performance to edge past Soorma Hockey Club 1-0 in a tightly contested Women's Hockey India League encounter here on Wednesday, with the Pipers' Captain Navneet Kaur's early strike proving decisive as the table- ... read..

Rohit Sharma ends 2025 on a high: Champions Trophy win, 20000 international runs, and ODI no.1 ranking

New Delhi | December 31, 2025 10:48:45 PM IST

This year was memorable for former Indian skipper Rohit Sharma as he scored records, broke new ground and ended his wait for an ICC trophy after having narrowly missed the ODI trophy earlier. ... read..

Devdutt Padikkal joins Mayank Agarwal as joint-third highest century-maker in VHT

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | December 31, 2025 10:48:44 PM IST

Devdutt Padikkal continues his incredible form in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT), scoring his third century in the tournament and joining Mayank Agarwal with 12 hundreds to become the joint-third highest century-maker in the tournament's history. ... read..

Indian women's hockey team ends 2025 with strong continental performances, renewed resolve

New Delhi | December 31, 2025 10:48:40 PM IST

The Indian women's hockey team charged through 2025 with a standout silver medal at the Women's Asia Cup, navigating fierce group battles and knockout drama to cement its place among Asia's elite, even as global tests sharpened their edge for the road ahe ... read..

Virat Kohli in 2025: Iconic Indian batter dominates white-ball cricket record books despite heart-breaking Test retirement

New Delhi | December 31, 2025 9:18:43 PM IST

It was a mixed bag of a year, mostly joyous for iconic Indian batter Virat Kohli and his fans, as despite his heart-shattering retirement from Test cricket without any glimpses of another 'peak' and crossing 10,000 runs, the veteran more than made up for ... read..

UPKL: Purvanchal Panthers deliver brilliant defensive display to defeat Brij Stars

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | December 31, 2025 8:48:40 PM IST

Purvanchal Panthers produced their most complete performance of the season to defeat Brij Stars 48-35 in the opening match of the day at the Noida Indoor Stadium in the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL) Season 2. ... read..

Panipat Panthers build a balanced and fearless squad at KCL Auction

New Delhi | December 31, 2025 7:48:53 PM IST

Panipat Panthers walked away from the Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) auction with a well-rounded squad that blends star power and young promise, setting the foundation for an exciting campaign ahead. ... read..

World Cup-winning kabaddi player Anu Sen felicitated at UPKL season 2

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | December 31, 2025 7:48:48 PM IST

The Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL) Season 2 witnessed a special moment as Anu Sen, a member of India's Women's Kabaddi World Cup-winning team, was felicitated at the Noida Indoor Stadium. ... read..

"CSK should look at riding his purple patch by slotting him into Playing XII": Ashwin on Sarfaraz Khan's incredible form in domestic cricket

New Delhi | December 31, 2025 7:48:42 PM IST

As Sarfaraz Khan continues his incredible form in domestic cricket, veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin backed him to become a regular batter for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. ... read..

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Sarfaraz, Padikkal, Ruturaj, Krunal, Akash Deep light up action on final day of year

New Delhi | December 31, 2025 7:18:46 PM IST

Standout performances from Sarfaraz Khan, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Krunal Pandya, Devdutt Padikkal, Akash Deep and Venkatesh Iyer were the highlights in the Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) on Wednesday. ... read..

Aakash Chopra delivers bold prediction on WPL 2026, Orange Cap winners

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 31, 2025 7:18:41 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra predicted three-time finalists Delhi Capitals (DC) to finally break the jinx and secure their first-ever Women's Premier League (WPL) title, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) skipper Smriti Mandhana as the "frontr ... read..

Deepti Sharma has been unstoppable: Aakash Chopra

New Delhi | December 31, 2025 6:49:22 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra praised UP Warriorz's star all-rounder Deepti Sharma, saying she has been in brilliant form recently and is 'unstoppable'. ... read..

Arjun Erigaisi expresses gratitude to family, team, everyone following two back-to-back Rapid, Blitz bronze medals

New Delhi | December 31, 2025 6:49:12 PM IST

Following his back-to-back bronze medal wins in the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships towards the end of the year, Indian grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi expressed gratitude towards everyone who supported him throughout the season. ... read..

Hisar Heroes build fearless core with homegrown grit at KCL auction

New Delhi | December 31, 2025 6:18:44 PM IST

Hisar Heroes left a strong impression at the Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) auction, assembling a squad that reflects the city's fighting spirit--bold, hard-working, and built to compete with heart. With a mix of proven performers and hungry talent, the H ... read..

Bhiwani Bulls make a solid team with highest bid at KCL Auction

New Delhi | December 31, 2025 6:18:42 PM IST

Bhiwani Bulls emerged as one of the standout teams at the Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) auction, assembling a formidable squad that blends experience and tactical strength, headlined by the most significant buy, Devank Dalal. ... read..

Delhi Capitals get into training mode in Goa ahead of WPL 2026

Panaji (Goa) | December 31, 2025 5:18:55 PM IST

With the fourth edition of the Women's Premier League around the corner, the Delhi Capitals (DC) have begun their preparations with an intensive pre-season training camp in Goa. ... read..

Afghanistan unveils 15-member squad for T20 World Cup; Rashid Khan to lead

New Delhi | December 31, 2025 5:18:46 PM IST

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) on Wednesday announced their 15-member squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, with Rashid Khan set to lead the side. ... read..

ICC Men's Test Rankings: Starc, Brook climb upto second spot; Boland secures career-best 7th ranking

Melbourne | December 31, 2025 4:48:53 PM IST

Australian pacer Mitchell Starc levelled with Pakistan's Noman Ali for a career-best joint-second rank, while Scott Boland made a two-spot jump to seventh spot among bowlers, and Harry Brook, who played a crucial 41-run knock during the Boxing Day Test at ... read..

14-year-old Amieyra Khoslla wins gold at 29th National Climbing Championship 2025

New Delhi | December 31, 2025 3:48:33 PM IST

Fourteen-year-old climbing prodigy Amieyra Khoslla delivered an outstanding performance to win the Gold Medal in the Youth Girls (Under-17) category at the 29th National Sport Climbing Championship (NSCC) 2025, held in Bengaluru from December 26 to 29. ... read..

VHT 2025-26: Sarfaraz Khan's 157, Gaikwad's 124, Akash Deep-Mukesh Kumar's 4-fers highlights so far

New Delhi | December 31, 2025 2:48:44 PM IST

Sarfaraz Khan's 157 off 75 balls for Mumbai, Ruturaj Gaikwad's 124 for Maharashtra, Mohammed Shami's two-fer and respective four-wicket hauls by Akash Deep and Mukesh Kumar for Bengal, Anshul Kamboj's four-fer for Haryana, and Krunal Pandya's unbeaten 109 ... read..

Vaughan calls MCG Test a "Lottery," says Sydney Ashes clash key for McCullum-Stokes era

Sydney | December 31, 2025 1:48:48 PM IST

Michael Vaughan believes England's victory in the Boxing Day Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground was a "lottery." He said that England must avoid a heavy defeat in the fifth and final Ashes Test in Sydney to ensure the continuation of the Brendon M ... read..

Michael Vaughan calls on Khawaja to retire on his own terms ahead of Sydney Ashes Test

Sydney | December 31, 2025 12:19:01 PM IST

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has urged Australia's Usman Khawaja to retire on his own terms and decide his "destiny" in the upcoming Australia vs England fifth and final Ashes Test, set to start on January 4 at the Sydney Cricket Ground, as per ... read..

SA20: Subrayen, Rossouw power JSK to bonus point victory over DSG

Durban | December 31, 2025 11:18:50 AM IST

Prenelan Subrayen returned to haunt his former team, Durban Super Giants (DSG), with an inspired new-ball spell before Rilee Rossouw rode his luck to drive the Joburg Super Kings (JSK) to a second consecutive SA20 2025-26 victory at Kingsmead, according t ... read..

PM Modi congratulates Arjun Erigaisi for securing bronze at FIDE World Blitz Championships

New Delhi | December 31, 2025 10:48:41 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Indian chess grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi for securing the bronze medal in the International Chess Federation (FIDE) World Blitz Championships in Doha. ... read..

Former Australian cricketer Damien Martyn hospitalised with meningitis, placed in induced coma

Brisbane | December 31, 2025 9:48:47 AM IST

Former Australian cricketer Damien Martyn has been hospitalised and put into an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis, according to cricket.com.au, quoting the Australian Associated Press (AAP). ... read..

Wolves end 11-match Premier League losing streak with 1-1 draw against Man United

Old Trafford | December 31, 2025 9:18:56 AM IST

Wolverhampton Wanderers ended a run of 11 consecutive Premier League defeats with a 1-1 draw against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Wednesday (Indian Standard Time), as per the Premier League website. ... read..

"World Cup is too far to think about": Deepti Sharma after India's 5-0 win

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | December 31, 2025 9:18:50 AM IST

Team India all-rounder Deepti Sharma reflected on India's 5-0 series sweep over Sri Lanka following their victory in the fifth and final T20I on Tuesday. She also shared her thoughts on becoming the highest wicket-taker in Women's T20Is, noting that the t ... read..

Arsenal beat Aston Villa 4-1, go five points clear in Premier League table

London | December 31, 2025 8:48:37 AM IST

Arsenal moved five points clear of Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table with a devastating second-half performance that saw them dismantle Aston Villa 4-1 at Emirates Stadium on Wednesday, as per the Premier League website. ... read..

"Next six months are important...": Indian skipper Harmanpreet after 5-0 whitewash win over SL

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | December 31, 2025 1:48:53 AM IST

Following his side's win over Sri Lanka in the final T20I, Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur expressed hope that the team will play their best cricket in the next six critical months leading up to next year's ICC Women's T20 World Cup. ... read..

FIDE World Blitz C'ships: Arjun Erigaisi secures bronze medal couple days after Rapid bronze

Doha | December 30, 2025 11:48:38 PM IST

Indian chess grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi continued his fine run in global chess, securing the bronze medal in the International Chess Federation (FIDE) World Blitz Championships in Doha on Tuesday. ... read..

"We are not playing our best cricket": Sri Lanka skipper Chamari Athapaththu after 5-0 clean sweep against India

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | December 30, 2025 11:48:35 PM IST

After a 5-0 clean sweep against India, Chamari Athapaththu, Sri Lanka captain, believes they're not playing their best cricket, needing improvement in power-hitting and batting. ... read..

Harmanpreet shines as India seal 5-0 T20I whitewash against Sri Lanka in a nail-biter

Cricket | December 30, 2025 11:18:51 PM IST

A fine fifty by skipper Harmanpreet Kaur and a fine bowling performance in the second half of 176 run defence helped India beat Sri Lanka by 15 runs in the fifth and final T20I on Tuesday. ... read..

Deepti Sharma becomes leading wicket taker in women's T20Is

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | December 30, 2025 11:18:48 PM IST

India's star all-rounder Deepti Sharma has etched her name in history as the highest wicket-taker in Women's T20 Internationals, surpassing Australia's Megan Schutt with 151 wickets. ... read..

Delhi's Addya Katyal wins junior women's Trap title at National Championship

New Delhi | December 30, 2025 11:18:38 PM IST

Addya Katyal of Delhi produced a calm and composed performance in the final to claim the junior women's Trap title at the 68th National Shooting Championship Competitions (Shotgun), currently underway at the Karni Singh Shooting Range here. ... read..

Former Argentina teammate backs Messi to play 2026 FIFA World Cup

Buenos Aires | December 30, 2025 10:48:57 PM IST

Former Argentina and Inter Milan footballer Javier Zanetti has backed his compatriot and FIFA World Cup-winning icon Lionel Messi to play the FIFA World Cup next year, saying that while it is the striker's decision to play or not, he has "no doubt that it ... read..

Liam Livingstone, Jordan Cox face T20 WC squad snub; recent performances not rewarded

New Delhi | December 30, 2025 10:19:06 PM IST

The provisional England squad announced by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) for the following year's ICC T20 World Cup saw two stars not being rewarded with a place despite their fine performance in T20 cricket in recent times: all-rounder Liam L ... read..

"That's an unacceptable scorecard": Matthew Hayden blasts at Australia's batting line-up after Melbourne Test defeat

Sydney | December 30, 2025 10:19:00 PM IST

Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden blasted at Australia's top order, calling their scorecard "unacceptable" and criticising Marnus Labuschagne, Usman Khawaja and Cameron Green for struggling with basic techniques. ... read..

Ranchi Royals enjoy dominant 5-0 win over Shrachi Bengal Tigers in Women's Hockey India League

Ranchi (Jharkhand) | December 30, 2025 10:18:54 PM IST

Ranchi Royals enjoyed a comfortable 5-0 victory over Shrachi Bengal Tigers in their second match of the Women's Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 Season at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Astro Turf Stadium in Ranchi on Tuesday, as per a press release ... read..

Eden Gardens' pitch for IND-SA Test receives "satisfactory" rating from ICC

New Delhi | December 30, 2025 9:48:45 PM IST

The Eden Gardens' Kolkata pitch for the first India-South Africa Test back in November, which was wrapped up in three days, has received a "satisfactory" rating from the International Cricket Council (ICC) match referee Richie Richardson. ... read..

"WI has five, six months to make that decision": Ian Bishop on Test skipper Roston's place in red-ball team after horrid 2025

St John's | December 30, 2025 9:18:57 PM IST

Former West Indies cricketer and currently a commentator, Ian Bishop, has raised questions over the form of West Indies' Test skipper Roston Chase with both ball and bat, expressing wonder over how his form eluded him so badly after a fine start to his re ... read..

5th T2OI: Solid batting show from Harmanpreet Kaur, Arundhati Reddy advances India to 175 against Sri Lanka

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | December 30, 2025 9:18:51 PM IST

Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur's brilliant fifty, along with a fiery cameo from Arundhati Reddy in the last over, powered India to 175/7 in the fifth and final T20I against Sri Lanka at the Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, on Tuesday ... read..

Trophies, Transition, Heartbreak: Three words that defined Indian men's cricket in 2025

New Delhi | December 30, 2025 8:48:57 PM IST

2025 has been nothing short of a rollercoaster ride for the Indian cricket fans. While the trophy cabinet of the Indian team continued to fill up in white-ball cricket, the country's Test fortunes continued to fluctuate. Ecstacy, heartbreak and frustratio ... read..

Sri Lanka appoints Lasith Malinga as consultant fast bowling coach

New Delhi | December 30, 2025 8:18:55 PM IST

Sri Lanka has appointed legendary pacer Lasith Malinga as a consultant fast bowling coach ahead of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. ... read..

Kanpur's comeback and Lucknow's dominance headline Day 6 action in UPKL Season 2

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | December 30, 2025 8:18:45 PM IST

Day 6 of the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL) Season 2 opened with contrasting contests at the Noida Indoor Stadium, as Kanpur Warriors staged a strong second-half comeback, while Lucknow Lions continued their unbeaten run with another dominant display ... read..

Kerala Blasters FC announce Tiago Alves' exit

New Delhi | December 30, 2025 7:48:59 PM IST

Kerala Blasters FC (KBFC) on Tuesday confirmed that the club and Portuguese footballer Tiago Alves have mutually agreed to part ways with immediate effect. ... read..

MCG pitch "changed" as they never liked watching me bat for two straight days: Cook's fun banter on 4th Ashes test

Melbourne | December 30, 2025 7:18:59 PM IST

As the fourth Ashes Test between Australia and England ended in just two days at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), former England skipper Alastair Cook shared a banter on the MCG pitch. ... read..

Sri Lanka Women win toss, opt to bowl against India in 5th T20I

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | December 30, 2025 7:18:44 PM IST

Sri Lanka Women won the toss and decided to bowl first in the fifth T2OI of the five-match series against the Harmanpreet Kaur-led India at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday. ... read..

Faridabad Fighters find their unit as they look to dominate Kabaddi Champions League

New Delhi | December 30, 2025 7:18:39 PM IST

Faridabad Fighters made their intentions clear at the Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) auction, that was to build a team that thrives on physicality, fearless defence, and timely attacking punches. ... read..

Gurugram Gurus lock in firepower with smart buys at KCL auction

New Delhi | December 30, 2025 7:18:37 PM IST

Gurugram Gurus approached the Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) auction with intent and precision, putting together a squad that prioritises attacking firepower, defensive reliability, and tactical depth. The result is a well-balanced unit ready to play asse ... read..

Sonipat Stars set the pace with purposeful picks at KCL auction

New Delhi | December 30, 2025 7:49:02 PM IST

Sonipat Stars entered the Kabaddi Champions League auction with clarity and conviction, assembling a squad built around intensity, structure, and game intelligence that was anchored by one of the biggest names of the night. ... read..

Ango Abdul Samed's last minute header hands Northbengal United three points

Kolkata (West Bengal) | December 30, 2025 7:18:32 PM IST

In today's Bengal Super League encounter, North Bengal United FC clashed with Sundarban Bengal Auto FC at the Kanchenjunga Stadium, where a dramatic stoppage-time header sealed a hard-fought 1-0 victory for North Bengal United FC, as per a release. ... read..

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