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T20 WC: Australia's power-hitter Tim David to miss opening fixture against Ireland due to injury, confirms Mitchell Marsh
Colombo | February 10, 2026 6:21:38 PM IST
Injury hit Australia again, as they will miss out on power hitter Tim David in their opening game against Ireland on Wednesday in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign. ... read..


Alireza Firouzja returns for Norway Chess 2026
Stavanger | February 10, 2026 6:21:22 PM IST
Alireza Firouzja, one of the most dynamic players of his generation, returns to Norway Chess in 2026. ... read..


"We take lessons, and move on," says Mitchell Marsh on Pakistan whitewash prior to T20 WC
Colombo | February 10, 2026 5:51:00 PM IST
Ahead of his side's ICC Men's T20 World Cup fixture against Ireland, Australia skipper Mitchell Marsh is focused on "adaptability" as his team's key strategy for the T20 World Cup, following a historic T20 series loss against Pakistan earlier this month. ... read..


Ex-NZ pacer Danny Morrison chooses four semifinalists for T20 WC
New Delhi | February 10, 2026 5:21:35 PM IST
Former New Zealand bowler Danny Morrison picked defending champions India, New Zealand, England and South Africa as the semifinalists of the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup. ... read..


Ravindra Jadeja meets PM Modi, praises his leadership
New Delhi | February 10, 2026 5:21:26 PM IST
India's star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, along with his wife, Gujarat minister for Primary, Secondary and Adult Education Rivaba Jadeja, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Tuesday. ... read..


"Very happy with ICC's stance": BCCI Apex Council Member Javdev Shah on Pakistan's U-turn before T20 WC match against India
Surat (Gujarat) | February 10, 2026 5:21:19 PM IST
Board Control of Cricket in India (BCCI) Apex Council Member, Javdev Shah, praised the International Cricket Council's (ICC) stance on Pakistan's participation in their fixture against India in the ongoing T20 World Cup, stating it's a huge step showing t ... read..


"Managing committee is continuing to make every possible effort": KSCA on hosting matches at M Chinnaswamy Stadium
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 10, 2026 5:21:13 PM IST
The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) on Tuesday said their managing committee is continuing to make every possible effort and is working with full commitment towards the timely implementation of the Review Committee's recommendations as the futu ... read..


Nepal Cricket officials, players celebrate historic performance in Mumbai
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 10, 2026 4:51:22 PM IST
Officials of the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) and members of the Nepal national team came together with leading voices from the sporting and business ecosystem for an exclusive evening celebrating the rise of Nepal cricket, according to a release fr ... read..


"Sports and politics are different": Sourav Ganguly on Pakistan's decision to play Feb 15 World Cup clash against India
Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 10, 2026 4:51:17 PM IST
Former BCCI President Sourav Ganguly has said that "sports and politics are different" and "it is good" that Pakistan are playing the February 15 T20 World Cup match against India after reviewing their boycott move. ... read..


"Spent lot of hours trying to improve my game": Bas de Leede after Netherlands beat Namibia in T20 World Cup
New Delhi | February 10, 2026 4:21:15 PM IST
Bas de Leede's all-round heroics guided the Netherlands to a convincing seven-wicket victory over Namibia in match 10 of the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 held at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Tuesday. ... read..


T20 WC 2026: Bas de Leede's all-round heroics guide Netherlands to 7-wicket win over Namibia
New Delhi | February 10, 2026 3:21:33 PM IST
Bas de Leede's all-round heroics guided Netherlands to a convincing seven-wicket victory over Namibia in the 10th match of the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, at the Arun Jaitlery Stadium in Delhi on Tuesday. ... read..


"It's not going to be easy for Pakistan to defeat India": Ganguly backs India for T20 World Cup clash
Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 10, 2026 3:21:20 PM IST
Former India captain Sourav Ganguly expressed his excitement for India's much-anticipated fixture against arch-rivals Pakistan scheduled for February 15 in Colombo, and also shared the names of his favourite players from the Indian team. ... read..


Team India demands family to travel along with them during T20 World Cup, BCCI denies: Sources
New Delhi | February 10, 2026 2:51:59 PM IST
The defending champions India are co-hosting the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 with Sri Lanka and according to sources, the Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian T20 side has demanded that their family should be allowed to travel along with them throughout t ... read..


"Best player I've ever seen": Jos Buttler heaps praise on 14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
New Delhi | February 10, 2026 2:21:07 PM IST
The England wicket-keeper batter Jos Buttler hailed the 14-year-old Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as the best player he has ever seen. Buttler's remarks come after Sooryavanshi's record-shattering and match-winning 175 in 80 balls in the Under-19 ... read..


MSLTA continues to raise the bar for Indian tennis with L&T Mumbai Open 2026 WTA 125K Series
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 10, 2026 1:51:03 PM IST
The Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA) once again showcased its world-class management and long-term vision for Indian tennis with the successful hosting of the fifth edition of the L&T Mumbai Open 2026. The WTA 125 tournament, conducte ... read..


Indian Racing Festival brings street racing to Goa
Panaji (Goa) | February 10, 2026 1:21:19 PM IST
The Indian Racing Festival (IRF) is set to break new ground this February as it stages its first-ever Goa edition, transforming the state into a motorsport hub for a high-octane Formula Street Race Weekend. Scheduled for February 14 and 15, the event mark ... read..


"Sometimes they refuse, sometimes they agree": Atul Wassan on Pakistan's U-turn before T20 WC match against India
Gurugram (Haryana) | February 10, 2026 12:50:56 PM IST
Former cricketer Atul Wassan called Pakistan's U-turn on their boycott of the T20 World Cup 2026 match against India a "drama," criticising their changing stances. He also noted that such "shenanigans" are demoralising Pakistan's own players. ... read..


"We're ready for any of the teams," Namibia captain Gerhard Erasmus's father ahead of T20 WC 2026 campaign opener
By Sahil Kohli

New Delhi | February 10, 2026 11:50:04 AM IST
Namibia men's cricket team captain Gerhard Erasmus's father, Francois Erasmus, said that Namibia "are ready for any of the teams" at the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 ahead of the team's campaign opener against the Netherlands in Delhi on Tuesday. ... read..


"Good news for all": BCCI VP Rajeev Shukla credits ICC for resolving India-Pakistan T20 WC match standoff
New Delhi | February 10, 2026 11:49:48 AM IST
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla welcomed the International Cricket Council's (ICC) efforts in resolving the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match issue, calling it an amicable solution that prioritises crick ... read..


"Good that they're playing": Madan Lal on Pakistan's decision to end boycott, play T20 WC match against India
Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | February 10, 2026 10:50:29 AM IST
Former Indian cricketer Madan Lal welcomed Pakistan's decision to play India in their group-stage match of the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup 2026, following their government's earlier announcement of a boycott. Madan Lal said that it's positive that Pakistan ... read..


"Dream for every cricketer": Vedant Trivedi on India's U-19 World Cup win
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 10, 2026 9:50:25 AM IST
Indian Under-19 cricket team batter Vedant Trivedi expressed pride and happiness over winning the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026, calling it a "dream for every cricketer." ... read..


Kerala Blasters FC confirms Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium as home venue for upcoming ISL season
Kochi (Kerala) | February 10, 2026 9:50:20 AM IST
Kerala Blasters FC have confirmed that the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi will continue to serve as the official home ground of the team for the upcoming season of the Indian Super League (ISL), according to a release. ... read..


"Delighted to meet him": Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu after meeting Sachin Tendulkar at Delhi airport
New Delhi | February 10, 2026 8:50:21 AM IST
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu expressed his delight after meeting the former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Monday at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. ... read..


"This was Pakistan's drama": Virat Kohli's former coach Rajkumar Sharma on Pak's U-turn before India T20 WC match
New Delhi | February 10, 2026 8:20:15 AM IST
Virat Kohli's childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma has criticised Pakistan for taking a U-turn to play against India in the T20 World Cup after an earlier announcement to boycott the much-anticipated match, terming it a "drama" of the neighbouring country. ... read..


BCB assured of no penalty, Bangladesh to host an ICC event prior to 2031 World Cup
Dubai | February 10, 2026 1:50:45 AM IST
The International Cricket Council (ICC), Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have concluded an open, constructive and congenial dialogue. This dialogue covered several matters, including but not limited to the ICC Men's T20 Wor ... read..


Pakistan govt gives green flag for T20 World Cup match against India as per schedule
New Delhi | February 10, 2026 1:50:43 AM IST
The Government of Pakistan has directed their National Cricket Team to take the field on February 15, for its scheduled fixture against the defending champions India in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. ... read..


Sri Lankan President thanks PM Sharif as India-Pakistan T20 WC clash to go ahead
Colombo | February 10, 2026 1:50:40 AM IST
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake thanked Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for ensuring that the much-anticipated India-Pakistan match at the ongoing ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup in Colombo will proceed as scheduled on February 15. ... read..


ICC, PCB conclude successful talks; commit to ensuring T20 World Cup success
Dubai | February 10, 2026 1:50:38 AM IST
The dialogue between ICC and PCB took place as part of a broader engagement with both parties recognising the need for constructive dealings and being united, committed and purposeful in their aspirations to serve the best interests of the game with integ ... read..


"To come up against best teams in the world is very nice": Netherlands Saqib Zulfiqar ahead of T20 WC fixture against Namibia
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 11:50:24 PM IST
Ahead of his side's ICC Men's T20 World Cup matches against Namibia and defending champions India, Netherlands all-rounder Saqib Zulfiqar spoke on the challenge faced by associate nations and expressed his excitement of competing with top teams in the tou ... read..


"There is no India-Pakistan, we are playing for UAE": Muhammad Waseem emphasizes team unity ahead of New Zealand clash
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 9, 2026 11:50:22 PM IST
UAE captain Muhammad Waseem, ahead of this side's ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 clash against New Zealand, highlighted his team's unity and preparation, emphasising their diverse squad, which includes players of Indian and Pakistani origin. ... read..


T20 WC: Dominant South Africa beat Canada by 57 runs
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 9, 2026 11:50:20 PM IST
Lungi Ngidi's four-wicket haul and skipper Aiden Markram half century helped South Africa defeat Canada by 57 runs in the ICC T20 World Cup clash at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Monday. ... read..


Task Force recommends establishing National Coach Accreditation Board
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 11:50:15 PM IST
The Task Force on Unified Framework for Development of Coaching Ecosystem in India has recommended the creation of a unified national framework for coach education and accreditation. Its report to the Ministry calls for standardised coaching curricula, a ... read..


Manu Bhaker misses gold in shoot-off, Esha wins bronze in 25m Pistol
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 11:50:12 PM IST
Manu Bhaker narrowly missed out on a gold as she went down to Vietnam's Thuy Trang Nguyen in an exciting final of 25m Women's Pistol that was decided at the end of two shoot-offs in the Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship, New Delhi 2026, which is being held ... read..


Samantha Ruth Prabhu lauds All India Pickleball Association for its role in advancing game in India
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 9, 2026 11:50:08 PM IST
Actor and Chennai Super Champs co-owner Samantha Ruth Prabhu has lauded the All India Pickleball Association (AIPA) for its efforts in promoting and developing pickleball across the country. ... read..


Indian women boxers aiming rich medal haul at Asian Boxing Championships
Patiala (Punjab) | February 9, 2026 11:50:07 PM IST
Fresh from impressive performances at the World Boxing Cup Finals at Greater Noida in November 2025, Indian women pugilists are targeting a rich medal haul at the upcoming Asian Boxing Championships at Ulaanbaatar in Mongolia from March 28 to April 11, 20 ... read..


BCCI invites applications for coaching and performance staff positions at Centre of Excellence
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 9, 2026 11:50:03 PM IST
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have invited applications for multiple coaching and performance-related positions at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE), Bengaluru. ... read..


Piyush Goyal lauds US team's "fabulous" performance in World Cup match India won by 29 runs
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 11:50:01 PM IST
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday praised the US cricket team's performance against India in the T20 World Cup, saying they did "fabulously" despite losing. ... read..


T20 WC: Emirates Cricket Board sends Muhammad Zohaib home for disciplinary reasons
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 11:20:21 PM IST
A day before UAE's ICC Men's T20 World Cup fixture against New Zealand, Emirates Cricket Board have sent batter Muhammad Zohaib back home for "disciplinary reasons". ... read..


T20 WC challenge 'massive' against India, need more games outside World Cups: Netherlands' Bas de Leede
By Sahil Kohli

New Delhi | February 9, 2026 11:20:19 PM IST
Ahead of their ICC Men's T20 World Cup fixtures against Namibia and defending champions India, Netherlands all-rounder Bas de Leede highlighted the challenges of facing a "red-hot" Men in Blue team and stressed that associate nations need more opportuniti ... read..


Global investors, including Manchester United's Avram Glazer, join bidding war for RCB and RR
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 11:20:13 PM IST
Global investors, including Manchester United co-owner Avram Glazer, are looking at bidding to buy the defending champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) franchises, ESPNcricinfo reported. ... read..


Kangs Sing and Humas Warriors qualify for semifinals, tied at top spot
Leh (Ladakh) | February 9, 2026 11:20:11 PM IST
Humas Warriors, Kangs Sing, Sham Eagles, Kharu Eagles and Shakar Chiktan Queens finished Day Twelve of the Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League Season 3 at Nawang Dorjay Stobdan (NDS) Stadium, Leh, organised in partnership with the UT Administration of Ladakh ... read..


BCB expresses gratitude to PCB, ICC for cooperation amid recent T20 World Cup issues
Dhaka | February 9, 2026 11:20:04 PM IST
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has expressed gratitude to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), the International Cricket Council (ICC), and all parties involved for their support in resolving recent challenges surrounding the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 ... read..


"Hopefully we win again": USA's Mohammad Mohsin ahead of Pakistan clash in T20 World Cup
Colombo | February 9, 2026 10:50:19 PM IST
The United States cricket team is gearing up to face Pakistan in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup on February 10, and all-rounder Mohammad Mohsin expressed confidence in replicating their previous upset over Pakistan. ... read..


"It's really nice for us to get that first win out of the way": Blessing Muzarabani after Zimbabwe's win over Oman
Colombo | February 9, 2026 10:20:39 PM IST
Zimbabwe fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani expressed satisfaction after his side registered their first win in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, defeating Oman by eight wickets in Match 8 at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo on Monday. ... read..


Ranji Trophy: Sudip Kumar Gharami misses triple ton by one run as Bengal eye semi-final spot against Andhra
Nadia (West Bengal) | February 9, 2026 10:20:37 PM IST
Bengal's Sudip Kumar Gharami fell one run short of his triple century after Shaik Rasheed bowled him in the 194th over to deny a well-deserved 300. He faced 596 balls and hit 31 fours and six sixes during his mammoth knock. ... read..


Kohli, Rohit moved to "Grade B" in BCCI's latest central contract list
Mumbai (Maharshtra) | February 9, 2026 9:50:39 PM IST
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday announced the Annual Player Contracts for Team India senior men and women teams for the 2025-26 season (October 1st, 2025 to September 30th, 2026). ... read..


T20 World Cup: South Africa set 214-run target for Canada
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 9, 2026 9:50:33 PM IST
South Africa have set a mammoth target of 214 runs for Canada in their first fixture of ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 held at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Monday. ... read..


"I wear my heart on my sleeve, play the same way": Scotland's Leask after win over Italy in T20 World Cup
Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 9, 2026 9:20:08 PM IST
Scotland defeated Italy by 73 runs in match 7 of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, at Kolkata's Eden Gardens on Monday. While George Munsey emerged as the top scorer of the match, it was Scotland bowler Michael Leask who proved to be the biggest different ... read..


Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan meets Abhinav Bindra to boost sports at school level
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 8:50:07 PM IST
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan met Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra to discuss promoting school-level sporting excellence. ... read..


Sachin Tendulkar, Suryakumar Yadav, Abhishek Sharma seen in new avatar for ICC Men's T20 WC
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 7:50:12 PM IST
Indian Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, T20 captain SuryaKumar Yadav and opener Abhishek Sharma were seen in a different avatar as DP World launched a new TV campaign titled "Go Beyond" for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. ... read..


"Not many like Shubman": Football legend Rio Ferdinand praises Indian star cricketer
Paris | February 9, 2026 7:50:07 PM IST
Former England footballer Rio Ferdinand met India Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill in Paris on Monday, sharing his admiration for the young cricketer on Instagram. ... read..


Punjab Kings begin IPL 2026 pre-season camp in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi | February 9, 2026 7:50:04 PM IST
Punjab Kings (PBKS) have kicked off their preparations for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season with a training camp in Abu Dhabi from February 8 to 14 at the Sheikh Zayed stadium, according to a PBKS release. ... read..


"India now genuine threat to world's best": Sathiyan hails nation's Table Tennis rise ahead of WTT Star Contender Chennai
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 9, 2026 7:50:02 PM IST
Asiad and CWG medallist, Arjuna Awardee, and the Men's Singles 10th seed going into the tournament, Sathiyan Gnanasekaran, has labelled the Indian contingent a "genuine threat" to the world's best players ahead of the WTT Star Contender Chennai 2026, set ... read..


"England are one of teams that scare me": Ian Bishop
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 9, 2026 7:20:27 PM IST
Former West Indies cricketer Ian Bishop has highlighted the "power" of England's batting line-up in the ICC T20 World Cup and pointed out their ability to score runs. ... read..


"We executed our plans well": Zimbabwe skipper Sikandar Raza after his side's victory over Oman in T20 WC
Colombo | February 9, 2026 7:20:26 PM IST
Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza praised his team's clinical performance in their T20 World Cup win over Oman on Monday. ... read..


T20 WC: Canada wins toss, opts to field against South Africa
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 9, 2026 7:20:15 PM IST
Canada have won the toss and has opted to field in match number 9 of the ongoing Men's T20 World Cup against South Africa in Ahmedabad, on Monday. ... read..


T20 World Cup: Zimbabwe beats Oman by 8 wickets
Colombo | February 9, 2026 6:50:20 PM IST
Zimbabwe thrashed Oman by eight wickets in match 8 of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 held at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo on Monday. ... read..


International Olympic Academy delegation meets IOA President PT Usha in New Delhi
New Delhi, | February 9, 2026 6:50:13 PM IST
A delegation from the International Olympic Academy (IOA), led by Director Makis Asimakopoulos and Head of NOAS/NOCs Relations Alexandra Karaiskou, held an official meeting with Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha at the IOA headquarters in ... read..


Ranji Trophy: KL Rahul's masterclass guides Karnataka to final four
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 5:50:14 PM IST
India's star batter KL Rahul's outstanding 130 helped Karnataka to gun down a daunting 325-run target to knock 42-time champions Mumbai out in the Ranji Trophy quarter-final at the Sharad Pawar Academy in Bandra-Kurla Complex, Mumbai, on Monday. ... read..


Sudhir Saxena clinches silver medal for India at India Open International Kickboxing Cup 2026
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 5:20:14 PM IST
Indian kickboxing sensation Sudhir Saxena has once again elevated the nation's standing in combat sports by securing a Silver Medal at the 5th India Open International Kickboxing Cup, as per a press release. ... read..


Italy captain Wayne Madsen suffers injury during T20 World Cup match against Scotland
Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 9, 2026 4:50:49 PM IST
Italy captain Wayne Madsen sustained a shoulder injury during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 match against Scotland at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Monday, according to ESPNcricinfo. ... read..


"He needs to hit boundaries early on": Ponting speaks on Babar Azam's scratchy 15 off 18 balls in T20 WC opener against Netherlands
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 4:50:44 PM IST
Legendary Australian batter Ricky Ponting and former Indian head coach Ravi Shastri offered insight amid Babar Azam's inconsistent recent form, as per the ICC website. ... read..


Inspire Institute of Sport and Neeraj Goyat launch India Knockout Nights to build bigger stage for Indian Boxing
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 4:50:21 PM IST
Indian boxing has taken a significant stride forward with the official launch of India Knockout Nights (IKN) by the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS), a groundbreaking professional boxing platform aimed at providing Indian boxers with the much-needed visib ... read..


"Whole family is happy; I want to thank people of Aravalli": Khilan Patel receives grand welcome in Modasa
Aravalli (Gujarat) | February 9, 2026 3:50:06 PM IST
received a rousing and memorable welcome in his hometown Modasa in Gujarat's Aravalli district on Monday, as cricket fans and well-wishers turned out in large numbers to celebrate his success at the ICC Under-19 World Cup. ... read..


Scotland thwart Italy by 73 runs at Eden Gardens in T20 World Cup 2026
Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 9, 2026 3:20:14 PM IST
Scotland defeated Italy by 73 runs in the seventh match of the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, at Kolkata's Eden Gardens on Monday. While George Munsey emerged as the top scorer of the match, it was Scotland bowler Michael Leask who proved to be the ... read..


India U17 men's team to play two friendly matches against Turkey
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 3:19:53 PM IST
The India U17 men's team will play two friendly matches against Turkey in Antalya, on February 10 and 12, 2026. Blue Colts head coach Bibiano Fernandes has named a 24-member travelling squad for the games, according to an AIFF release. ... read..


Dilli Dillwale crowned World Pickleball League 2026 champions after thrilling 3-2 win in final
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 9, 2026 2:50:27 PM IST
Dilli Dillwale emerged as the World Pickleball League (WPBL) 2026 champions with a thrilling 3-2 win over Chennai Super Champs in the final held at the Jio World Garden tonight. The Sunil Gavaskar co-owned outfit came back from losing the opening women's ... read..


"We won because of everyone's efforts": Captain Ayush Mhatre credits his team for U19 World Cup win
Virar (Maharashtra) | February 9, 2026 2:50:19 PM IST
India Under-19 captain Ayush Mhatre credited his team's efforts after winning the ICC U19 World Cup 2026 title, defeating England U19 in the final at Harare Sports Club in Zimbabwe on February 6. ... read..


Ayush Mhatre, Udhav Mohan receive rousing reception at home following T20 WC 2026 win
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 2:50:14 PM IST
Indian Under-19 cricket team captain Ayush Mhatre and player Udhav Mohan received a grand welcome upon arrival at their respective residences after securing the record-extending 6th U19 World Cup title for India in Harare, Zimbabwe. ... read..


Udhav Mohan expresses delight at India's U-19 World Cup victory, credits Ayush Mhatre's leadership
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 2:20:06 PM IST
Indian Under-19 cricket team pacer Udhav Mohan expressed delight at the team's 2026 ICC U-19 World Cup recently in Harare, Zimbabwe. Udhav credited India's captain Ayush Mhatre for his role in India's record-extending 6th U-19 World Cup victory. Udhav's c ... read..


Shikhar Dhawan announced as brand ambassador of Delhi Khel Mahakumbh by Delhi Government
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 2:20:00 PM IST
Former India Cricketer and Arjuna Awardee, Shikhar Dhawan, has been appointed as the brand ambassador of the inaugural Delhi Khel Mahakumbh, an initiative of the Directorate of Education and Sports, Government of NCT of Delhi. The visionary event aims to ... read..


Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif to take final call on India-Pakistan T20 WC match stand-off
Islamabad | February 9, 2026 1:50:05 PM IST
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will take the final call on whether Pakistan proceed with their boycott of the match against India at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled for February 15 in Colombo, Geo News reported on Monday. ... read..


KSCA, RCB meet Karnataka Home Minister to discuss permission for hosting IPL matches at M Chinnaswamy Stadium
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 9, 2026 1:20:04 PM IST
The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) President Venkatesh Prasad and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) representatives met the Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara to discuss permission for hosting the Indian Premier League (IPL) matches at ... read..


Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha congratulate India's Under-19 team on World Cup win
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 12:20:02 PM IST
The Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha congratulated the Indian Under-19 cricket team for their ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 victory, achieved by defeating England in the final in Harare, Zimbabwe. ... read..


We will follow ICC's decision: BCCI VP Rajeev Shukla on India-Pakistan T20 WC standoff
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 11:50:22 AM IST
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla reiterated that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will follow the decision taken by the International Cricket Council (ICC) regarding the India-Pakistan ICC Men's ... read..


Khelo India Multipurpose Hall Foundation laid at SAI Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Maharashtra) | February 9, 2026 11:20:23 AM IST
In a significant step towards strengthening India's sports ecosystem, Raksha Khadse, Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports, attended the foundation stone laying ceremony of the Khelo India Multipurpose Hall at the Sports Authority of India's Na ... read..


Shyam Lal College, IGI and DU Alumna reach finals of 12th Padma Shree Shyam Lal Memorial Hockey Tournament
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 10:50:26 AM IST
Hosts Shyam Lal College and the Indira Gandhi Institute of Physical Education and Sports Science will face each other in the men's final of the 12th Padma Shree Shyam Lal Memorial Hockey Tournament, according to a release. ... read..


Olympians, sportspersons boost PM's Fit India Mission as 'Sundays on Cycle' celebrates its 60th edition nationwide
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 10:50:17 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's clarion call for a Fit India received an enthusiastic nationwide response as a special edition of 'Sundays on Cycle' was celebrated across the country--from Leh to Lakshadweep--with a flagship event hosted at the Sarusajai S ... read..


Tejaswin Shankar adds heptathlon gold to Indian medal tally of 5 in Asian Indoor Athletics Championships
Tianjin | February 9, 2026 10:50:09 AM IST
India's 27-year-old Tejaswin Shankar added glittering gold to the Indian medal tally on the final day of the 12th Asian Indoor Athletics Championships in Tianjin, China, on Sunday. ... read..


Devika Sihag continues title winning run, Sathwik Reddy-Radhika Sharma clinch mixed doubles crown
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 10:50:07 AM IST
India's upcoming women's singles player Devika Sihag bagged her second consecutive title on the international circuit while Sathwik Reddy K and Radhika Sharma clinched the mixed doubles title in the Azerbaijan International badminton tournament in Baku on ... read..


Breakthrough expected soon on India-Pakistan ICC T20 World Cup match issue after meeting between ICC, PCB and BCB
Lahore | February 9, 2026 10:20:05 AM IST
A breakthrough on the India vs Pakistan ICC T20 World Cup 2026 match standoff is expected soon after a meeting between the International Cricket Council (ICC), the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), according to Pakistan ... read..


ICC, PCB and BCB meet in Lahore over India-Pakistan T20 World Cup standoff
Lahore | February 9, 2026 9:50:09 AM IST
The International Cricket Council (ICC) held a meeting with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium on Sunday to discuss Pakistan's decision to boycott the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 match with ... read..


Basil Sunny clinches maiden national title at Indian Supercross Championship final
Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 9, 2026 9:50:04 AM IST
Courage, consistency, and sheer willpower defined the championship ride of Basil Sunny as the Ernakulam rider clinched his maiden National crown at the finale of the MRF MoGrip FMSCI Indian National Supercross Championship, held at the packed GVMC Indira ... read..


Dhakshineswar Suresh leads India to 3-2 victory against Netherlands in Davis Cup Qualifiers Round 1
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 9, 2026 9:20:11 AM IST
Buoyed by Dhakshineswar Suresh's 6-4, 7-6 (4), victory over Guy Den Ouden, India secured an emphatic 3-2 victory over the Netherlands in the Davis Cup Qualifier Round 1 at the SM Krishna Tennis Stadium in Bengaluru. India's victory paves the way to Septem ... read..


Haaland's late penalty seals 2-1 comeback win for Man City against Liverpool
Liverpool | February 9, 2026 8:50:03 AM IST
Erling Haaland scored a dramatic late penalty as Manchester City claimed a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory over Liverpool at Anfield. ... read..


"We have left everything to ICC": BCCI VP Rajeev Shukla on Pakistan's decision to boycott India match at T20 WC
New Delhi | February 9, 2026 1:50:14 AM IST
Amid uncertainty over India vs Pakistan, group-stage fixture of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Vice-President Rajeev Shukla on Sunday said that the Indian board has left the matter entirely to the Internatio ... read..


Sri Lanka beat Ireland by 20 runs in their T20 World Cup group stage opener
Colombo | February 8, 2026 11:50:30 PM IST
Sri Lanka defeated Ireland by 20 runs in their opening ICC Men's T20 World Cup match on Sunday, powered by a resilient 56* off 43 balls from Kamindu Mendis and three-wicket hauls from spinners Maheesh Theekshana and Wanindu Hasaranga. ... read..


Six-hitting like Dhoni, Steyn's praise: Nandan on "50% regret and pride" after narrow 4-run loss to England in T20 WC opener
Mumbai (Maharshtra) | February 8, 2026 11:50:17 PM IST
Nepal cricketer Nandan Yadav said his team took important lessons from their narrow four-run defeat to England in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup match at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday. ... read..


"We are very proud of him": Aaron George's father Easo Varghese
Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 8, 2026 11:50:03 PM IST
Indian cricketer Aaron George's family expressed pride in his performance and dedication to the sport, highlighting both his individual discipline and his contribution to Team India after the U19 side scripted history by lifting the U19 World Cup title, d ... read..


"Rooting for you": Donald Trump extends wishes to Team USA for ICC Men's T20 World Cup
Washington DC | February 8, 2026 10:50:08 PM IST
US President Donald Trump extended his best wishes to Team USA as the ICC Men's T20 World Cup gets underway in India and Sri Lanka. ... read..


Mananchaya Sawangkaew reigns supreme at Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series
Mumbai (Maharshtra) | February 8, 2026 10:20:03 PM IST
It was redemption for Thailand's Mananchaya Sawangkaew at the fifth edition of the Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series on Sunday, according to a release. ... read..


Mumbai Airport congratulates Team India for winning sixth U19 World Cup title
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 8, 2026 10:19:56 PM IST
Mumbai Airport extended its warm congratulations to Team India U-19 for clinching their record-extending sixth ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup title, following a triumphant return home after a commanding victory over England. ... read..


Gautam Gambhir hosts special dinner at his residence for Team India ahead of T20 World Cup match against Namibia
New Delhi | February 8, 2026 9:50:25 PM IST
Indian cricket team head coach Gambhir hosted a special dinner at his residence on Sunday ahead of his side's ICC Men's T20 World Cup match against Namibia on February 12 at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. ... read..


CM Dhami congratulates Uttarakhand for reaching semifinals of Ranji Trophy
New Delhi | February 8, 2026 9:20:10 PM IST
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has extended his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the Uttarakhand cricket team for reaching the Ranji Trophy semi-finals for the first time, according to a release. ... read..


Ranji Trophy: Uttarakhand reach semifinals after defeating Jharkhand
New Delhi | February 8, 2026 8:50:41 PM IST
Uttarakhand thrashed Jharkhand by an innings and six runs in the quarterfinal clash in the ongoing Ranji Trophy season on Sunday. Mayank Mishra was named Player of the Match for his impressive eight wickets in the match. ... read..


"Incredible": Cricketing fraternity lauds Nepal's effort during T20 World Cup clash against England
Mumbai (Maharshtra) | February 8, 2026 8:20:06 PM IST
Nepal received widespread praise from former cricketers for showcasing resilience following their narrow four-run defeat to England in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday. ... read..


Kunga Yangchen, Tanzin Dorje star as big wins mark Day 2 of Spiti Cup
Kaza (Himachal Pradesh) | February 8, 2026 8:20:05 PM IST
Kunga Yangchen and Tanzin Dorje produced standout individual performances on Day 2 of the Spiti Cup Season 3, here at the Kaza Ice Hockey Rink on Sunday, according to a release. ... read..


Humas Warriors' clean-sheet win keeps them top of table in Ice Hockey League
Leh (Ladakh) | February 8, 2026 8:20:03 PM IST
Humas Warriors closed Day Eleven of the Ice Hockey League Season 3 at Nawang Dorjay Stobdan (NDS) Stadium, Leh, with a clean-sheet victory and the season's biggest winning margin of 11 goals, according to a release. ... read..


Nepal captain Rohit Paudel proud of team despite narrow T20 World Cup loss to England
Mumbai (Maharshtra) | February 8, 2026 7:50:29 PM IST
Nepal captain Rohit Paudel expressed pride in his team's performance after their thrilling four-run defeat against England in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday. ... read..


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