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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..


"Want to be in the present, main focus is Asian Games": Compound archer Jyothi Surekha on potential Olympics debut
New Delhi | May 26, 2026 6:54:33 PM IST
Indian's World Championships gold medalist archer Jyothi Surekha Vennam said that ahead of the debut of compound archery in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, she prefers to stay in the present and her current target is the Asian Games and the World Cup final ... read..


Former Indian all-rounder Vijay Shankar joins Kandy Royals for Lanka Premier League 2026
Colombo | May 26, 2026 6:24:40 PM IST
The Lanka Premier League (LPL) has unveiled a star-studded list of marquee signings ahead of the season six player draft on June 1, headlined by India all-rounder Vijay Shankar, who is set to join the tournament for the upcoming season with Kandy Royals. ... read..


Mitchell Marsh ruled out of Pakistan ODIs with ankle injury; Josh Inglis to lead Australia
New Delhi | May 26, 2026 5:53:57 PM IST
Australia suffers a major setback for their upcoming ODI series against Pakistan, with skipper Mitchell Marsh ruled out due to an ankle injury. ... read..


"Will make every effort to establish yogasana as Olympic sport": Union Sports Minister Mandaviya
New Delhi | May 26, 2026 5:53:50 PM IST
Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said that with India preparing to host the Olympics 2036, the central government will make every effort possible to establish Yogasana as an Olympic sport for the first time ever. ... read..


ISSO director Aakansha Thapak speaks on importance of "training the trainers" in school sports and how Indian sports ecosystem has moved beyond playing field
Pune (Maharashtra) | May 26, 2026 5:53:54 PM IST
The International School Sports Organisation (ISSO) director, Aakanksha Thapak, emphasised the need to upskill the physical education trainers across schools in India in order to raise the level of sporting performances and offered a glimpse into the coun ... read..


"Gujarat have a slight edge": Irfan Pathan explains GT's narrow advantage over RCB in IPL Qualifier 1
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 26, 2026 5:24:48 PM IST
As Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) gears up to face Gujarat Titans (GT) in Qualifier 1 of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL), on Tuesday, former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan explained why GT has a slight edge over RCB in Dharamshala. ... read..


Virat Kohli must bat deep against Gujarat's pace attack, says Sanjay Bangar ahead of RCB vs GT Qualifier 1
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 26, 2026 5:24:30 PM IST
As Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) gears up to face Gujarat Titans (GT) in Qualifier 1 of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL), former Indian cricketer Sanjay Bangar discussed RCB's batting icon Virat Kohli's role against GT's opening bowlers. ... read..


SA skipper Wolvaardt feels Proteas "hungrier" to lift Women's T20 WC after two back-to-back finals
Johannesburg | May 26, 2026 4:54:32 PM IST
South African skipper Laura Wolvaardt said that the runners-up finishes in the past two ICC Women's T20 World Cups have made their side even more "hungrier" to lift their maiden title. She also spoke on the excitement to have veteran pacer Shabnim Ismail ... read..


"Could be my last FIFA World Cup": South Korea, former Tottenham star Son Heungmin on upcoming WC
Seoul | May 26, 2026 4:54:27 PM IST
South Korea and former Tottenham Hotspur star Son Heungmin said that the upcoming FIFA World Cup edition co-hosted by the USA, Canada and Mexico could be his last one, and he aims to have his side repeat the heroics of the 2002 edition, when they secured ... read..


Anika Dubey wins silver medal at Asian Junior Squash Championships
Pune (Maharashtra) | May 26, 2026 3:55:01 PM IST
The 16-year-old Anika Dubey of Maharashtra clinched the silver medal at the Asian Junior Squash Championships in China on Tuesday and finished as the runner-up among the best junior players from across the continent. ... read..


India unveils first-ever World Yogasana Championship 2026
New Delhi | May 26, 2026 3:54:59 PM IST
In a historic milestone for Indian sport and global wellness, the inaugural edition of the World Yogasana Championship (WYC) 2026, the first-ever global championship dedicated to Yogasana as a competitive sport, was officially unveiled on Tuesday in New D ... read..


Veteran Indian Olympian archer Shyam Lal Meena dies at 61
Banswara (Rajasthan) | May 26, 2026 3:25:15 PM IST
Shyam Lal Meena, one of India's pioneering Olympic archers and a member of the country's first-ever archery contingent at the Olympic Games, died on Sunday night after a prolonged illness. He was 61. ... read..


RCB vs GT, Qualifier 1: Bhuvneshwar versus Rabada contest brewing at Dharamsala
Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 26, 2026 2:24:49 PM IST
The Qualifier one Indian Premier League (IPL) clash between defending champions Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT) will witness a battle between Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Kagiso Rabada, two of the most dominant forces with the ball during yet another rec ... read..


New York Knicks storm into NBA Finals after sweeping Cleveland Cavaliers
Ohio | May 26, 2026 2:24:46 PM IST
The New York Knicks clinched their first NBA Finals berth in 27 years with a commanding 130-93 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference finals on Monday night. ... read..


Will GT's 'clutch-man' Sai Sudharsan continue dominant IPL playoff run?
Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 26, 2026 1:54:21 PM IST
For the fourth time in five years, Gujarat Titans (GT) are the Indian Premier League (GT) title hunt. Once again, it is their run-machine Sai Sudharsan who has kept defying an ever-evolving T20 landscape and produced magic for the Titans. ... read..


Firouzja stuns Carlsen as Norway Chess 2026 opens with dramatic Day 1 battles
New Delhi | May 26, 2026 1:24:42 PM IST
GM Alireza Firouzja produced the standout result of the opening day of Norway Chess 2026, defeating world number one GM Magnus Carlsen in classical chess to seize the early lead in the elite tournament in Oslo on Monday. ... read..


Venkatesh Iyer and Rajat Patidar: Will RCB's two Madhya Pradesh veterans seal them direct final qualification?
Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 26, 2026 1:24:24 PM IST
In the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Qualifier one clash against Gujarat Titans (GT), two of the defending champions' Madhya Pradesh lads, skipper Rajat Patidar and batting all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer, could show up at their most dangerous to seal a di ... read..


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