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India reach 101/1 at lunch on Day 1 of first Test against Sri Lanka

Galle | August 15, 2026 12:58:17 PM IST

India reached 101/1 at lunch on Day 1 of the first Test against Sri Lanka on Saturday, with KL Rahul and Devdutt Padikkal steadying the innings after Yashasvi Jaiswal was run out for 32 following a mix-up with Rahul. ... read..

SA20 League Commissioner Graeme Smith hails India-South Africa bond, extends Independence Day wishes

New Delhi | August 15, 2026 12:57:55 PM IST

SA20 League Commissioner Graeme Smith extended his warm wishes to the people of India on the occasion of the country's 80th Independence Day, highlighting the strong bond between India and South Africa through cricket. ... read..

Virat Kohli, Abhinav Bindra, Bajrang Punia extend Independence Day wishes

New Delhi | August 15, 2026 11:58:11 AM IST

Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli joined sportspersons across the country in extending Independence Day greetings, sharing a patriotic message on his Instagram Story on Saturday. ... read..

Hazlewood becomes 9th Australian to claim 300 Test wickets

Darwin | August 15, 2026 11:28:14 AM IST

Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood on Saturday became the ninth Australian bowler to take 300 Test wickets after claiming his 14th career five-wicket haul during the first Test against Bangladesh in Darwin, according to Cricinfo. ... read..

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam suffers hand blow ahead of England Test series

New Delhi | August 15, 2026 11:28:08 AM IST

Pakistan Test captain Babar Azam suffered a blow to his hand in a warm-up fixture against the Professional County Club Select XI, according to the ICC. ... read..

80th Independence Day: PM Modi announces nationwide sports talent hunt for 5-15 age group as India eyes 2036 Olympics

New Delhi | August 15, 2026 10:58:30 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday reiterated India's ambition to host the 2036 Olympics and announced a nationwide talent hunt to identify sporting talent among children aged five to 15 years, while addressing the nation on the occasion of the 80th ... read..

Sachin, Rohit, Mithali, Kumble extend wishes on 80th Independence Day

New Delhi | August 15, 2026 10:58:18 AM IST

Indian cricketing legends and prominent players extended greetings to the nation on Saturday, with several taking to social media to mark the country's 80th Independence Day. ... read..

1st Test: Shubman Gill-led India elect to bat first against Sri Lanka in Galle

Galle | August 15, 2026 10:28:52 AM IST

Team India won the toss and elected to bat first against hosts Sri Lanka in the opening Test of the two-match series at the Galle International Stadium on Saturday. ... read..

Team India celebrates Independence Day with Tricolour hoisting in Galle ahead of opening Test against Sri Lanka

Galle | August 15, 2026 9:58:20 AM IST

Team India celebrated the nation's 80th Independence Day by hoisting the Tricolour in Galle on Saturday, ahead of the opening Test against Sri Lanka. ... read..

80th Independence Day: IPL franchises extend greetings, celebrate spirit of India

New Delhi | August 15, 2026 9:28:15 AM IST

Several Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises extended Independence Day greetings to the nation on Friday, celebrating the spirit of freedom, unity and patriotism on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day. ... read..

Team India and Sri Lanka arrive at Galle International Stadium ahead of opening Test

Galle | August 15, 2026 9:28:04 AM IST

Team India and Team Sri Lanka arrived at the Galle International Stadium on Saturday ahead of the opening Test of the two-match series. ... read..

80th Independence Day: From golden turf to global turf, how India transformed into multi-sport powerhouse

New Delhi | August 15, 2026 8:58:14 AM IST

As India marks 80 years of independence, its sporting story has changed. The era of relying on a single sport for global recognition has given way to world-class excellence across multiple disciplines. ... read..

80th Independence Day: BCCI, Gambhir, Irfan Pathan extend greetings to nation

New Delhi | August 15, 2026 8:27:47 AM IST

Indian men's cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir on Saturday paid tribute to the freedom fighters on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, saying their sacrifice is the reason behind the country's freedom and comes with a responsibility for every ... read..

"We always had guns at home": Raiza Dhillon takes a family heritage to Asian Games

New Delhi | August 14, 2026 11:58:02 PM IST

Raiza Dhillon's earliest connection to shooting didn't come from a range; it came from her family's hunting roots in Shamgarh, Haryana, where guns had been part of daily life for generations. At 12, her father encouraged her to try the sport formally, cur ... read..

Keralam CM announces cash rewards for state's international sports achievers

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | August 14, 2026 11:28:12 PM IST

Keralam Chief Minister VD Satheesan on Friday announced cash rewards for the state's sportspersons who recently excelled at international competitions. They include Commonwealth Games medallists Murali Sreeshankar and Mohammed Basil Morssinganakath, young ... read..

World Padel League 2026: Aussie Mavericks Jaguars continue strong run as Game Changers Lions beat VB Realty Cheetahs on Day 3

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | August 14, 2026 10:59:03 PM IST

After two long days of action-packed games at the World Padel League, Match Day 3 brought another round of important games as teams looked to build on their performances. Aussie Mavericks Jaguars got off to a strong start, putting in a dominant display ag ... read..

UP T20 League 2026: Madhav Kaushik appointed captain of Noida Kings

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | August 14, 2026 10:58:50 PM IST

Noida Kings have appointed experienced Uttar Pradesh batter Madhav Kaushik as their captain for the fourth edition of the UP T20 League, as the franchise looks to mount a strong challenge for the title in the upcoming season. ... read..

Arjun Erigaisi, Nihal Sarin finish in top 8 as India's Chess campaign ends at Esports World Cup 2026

Paris | August 14, 2026 10:58:43 PM IST

India's challenge at the Chess tournament of the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026 came to an end in the quarterfinals, with Gen.G Esports' Arjun Erigaisi and S8UL Esports' Nihal Sarin both finishing among the tournament's top eight players. ... read..

"Number is from Kolkata, police will do the needful": Sourav Ganguly after receiving death threats

Kolkata (West Bengal) | August 14, 2026 10:28:26 PM IST

Former India cricket team captain Sourav Ganguly on Friday broke his silence on the alleged death threats received by him and his family over the past six months, expressing confidence that the authorities will take necessary action. ... read..

Gujarat Deputy CM Sanghavi presents trophies to winners of Gujarat State Ranking Table Tennis Tournament

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | August 14, 2026 9:58:26 PM IST

A medal distribution ceremony was organised at the conclusion of the UTT 4th Gujarat State Ranking Table Tennis Tournament 2026, held at the Sama Sports Complex in Vadodara, to encourage the winning athletes. ... read..

Sri Lanka captain De Silva backs Niroshan Dickwella's inclusion in squad for first Test

Galle | August 14, 2026 9:58:07 PM IST

Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva has backed experienced wicketkeeper-batter Niroshan Dickwella to make an impact against India, saying his glovework was the primary reason behind his call to the Test squad for the opening match of the two-Test series ... read..

Jemimah Rodrigues ruled out from India squad for Women's Asia Cup, Asian Games due to hamstring injury

New Delhi | August 14, 2026 9:58:05 PM IST

India batter Jemimah Rodrigues has been ruled out of the upcoming Women's Asia Cup and Asian Games after suffering a high-grade right hamstring tear while playing in England's franchise-based cricket tournament, The Hundred, the BCCI said on Friday. ... read..

President Murmu lauds India's women CWG gold medalists on eve of Independence Day

New Delhi | August 14, 2026 9:28:20 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday praised India's women sportspersons for their contribution to the country's success at the recently concluded Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, where they accounted for eight of India's 13 gold medals. ... read..

"Manav Suthar has potential to be a really good No. 8": Gill backs young all-rounder ahead of Sri Lanka Test

Galle | August 14, 2026 6:58:46 PM IST

India Test captain Shubman Gill backed young all-rounder Manav Suthar to fill the No. 8 role and provide batting depth in the absence of the team's usual all-round options, saying the left-arm spinner has the potential to develop into a quality batter in ... read..

"Very big honour and privilege": Shubman Gill on leading India in 600th Test match on Independence Day

Galle | August 14, 2026 6:29:11 PM IST

India Test captain Shubman Gill on Friday described leading the country in its landmark 600th Test match as a "big honour and privilege", with the historic fixture against Sri Lanka set to begin at the Galle International Cricket Stadium here on Saturday. ... read..

'Spinners play a huge role in both countries': Gill highlights similarities between India, Sri Lanka conditions ahead of first Test in Galle

Galle | August 14, 2026 6:29:07 PM IST

India captain Shubman Gill highlighted the prominent role of spin in both India and Sri Lanka, while pointing to the extra bounce and influence of wind as key differences ahead of the first Test of the two-match series at the Galle International Cricket S ... read..

Rajnath Singh, COAS General Dhiraj Seth interact with Indian Army sportspersons who excelled at CWG 2026

New Delhi | August 14, 2026 5:29:02 PM IST

General Dhiraj Seth, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), interacted with Indian Army sportspersons who delivered outstanding performances at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, winning 16 medals, including eight Gold, seven Silver and one Bronze. ... read..

Prichard Colon dies at 33, 11 years after suffering brain injury in ring

New Delhi | August 14, 2026 2:59:11 PM IST

Former boxer Prichard Colon passed away at the age of 33, 11 years after suffering severe brain injuries during a professional bout, according to Al Jazeera. ... read..

1st Test: Tanzid, Shanto shine as Bangladesh take 150-run lead over Australia at Stumps on Day 2

Darwin | August 14, 2026 2:29:05 PM IST

Bangladesh continued their impressive performance in the opening Test against Australia as Tanzid Hasan Tamim struck a historic maiden century before the visitors ended Day 2 in a commanding position at the Marrara Cricket Ground in Darwin. ... read..

FIH Hockey World Cup 2026: Harmanpreet Singh-led India eye new chapter

New Delhi | August 14, 2026 2:28:54 PM IST

India enters the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026 with history on their shoulders and a new generation ready to create its own chapter. ... read..

Iga Swiatek clinches first 2026 title, beats Rybakina in Canadian Open final

Toronto | August 14, 2026 2:28:45 PM IST

Poland's six-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek claimed her first title of the 2026 season after defeating World No. 2 Elena Rybakina 6-2, 6-3 in the Canadian Open final in Toronto on Thursday, according to Olympics.com. ... read..

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hails Indian Army contingent for stellar Commonwealth Games 2026 show

New Delhi | August 14, 2026 1:28:58 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday praised the Indian Army contingent that represented the country at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, noting that the 20-member contingent contributed 41 per cent of India's total medals and 62 per cent of its ... read..

Gavan Twining named Melbourne Renegades head coach for upcoming WBBL

Melbourne | August 14, 2026 12:58:25 PM IST

The Melbourne Renegades have named Australian women's cricket team assistant coach Gavan Twining as their head coach for the upcoming Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) season. ... read..

"An honour for me": Para-cricketer Amir Hussain Lone on invitation to President's 'At Home' reception

Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) | August 14, 2026 12:29:17 PM IST

Jammu and Kashmir para-cricketer Amir Hussain Lone, who lost both his arms, has been invited to attend President Droupadi Murmu's 'At Home' Reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre in New Delhi on August 15. ... read..

"Could be my last WC": Manpreet Singh ahead of FIH Hockey World Cup

New Delhi | August 14, 2026 12:28:58 PM IST

India midfielder Manpreet Singh said the FIH Hockey Men's World Cup 2026 could be his last appearance at the global showpiece, adding that he is determined to help the team win the medal that has eluded them. ... read..

WPL: Game Changers Lions edge Hubtown Panorama Panthers and Khan Tigers stun Vedanta Leopards

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | August 14, 2026 11:28:51 AM IST

After an eventful Day 1, the action continued on Day 2 of the World Padel League (WPL), with Game Changers Lions and Hubtown Panorama Panthers producing another closely fought contest, according to a release. ... read..

Tanzid Hasan becomes first Bangladesh player to score Test hundred in Australia

Darwin | August 14, 2026 10:58:14 AM IST

Bangladesh opener Tanzid Hasan Tamim scripted history on Friday by becoming the first Bangladeshi cricketer to score a Test century in Australia. ... read..

Nihal Sarin and Arjun Erigaisi advance to quarter-finals of Chess at Esports World Cup 2026

Paris | August 14, 2026 9:58:14 AM IST

S8UL Esports' Nihal Sarin and Gen.G Esports' Arjun Erigaisi have advanced to the quarterfinals of Chess at the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026 after progressing through the lower bracket (LB) on the final day of the group stage. ... read..

PBKS batter Nehal Wadhera highlights importance of pre-season camp ahead of domestic campaign

New Chandigarh (Punjab) | August 14, 2026 9:28:53 AM IST

Punjab Kings (PBKS) batter Nehal Wadhera has highlighted the importance of the franchise's pre-season camp in New Chandigarh, saying the initiative has provided players with an ideal platform to prepare for the upcoming domestic season as well as the next ... read..

"You have to express yourself": Nehal Wadhera recalled PBKS head coach Ponting's advice during difficult IPL 2026 season

By Utkarsh Rathour

New Chandigarh (Punjab) | August 14, 2026 8:58:05 AM IST

Punjab Kings (PBKS) batter Nehal Wadhera has credited head coach Ricky Ponting with creating a positive and encouraging environment within the franchise, saying the Australian great's approach motivates players to push themselves, learn from those around ... read..

"Learning tournament for me": Nehal Wadhera on disappointing IPL 2026 season

By Utkarsh Rathour

New Chandigarh (Punjab) | August 14, 2026 8:57:58 AM IST

Punjab Kings (PBKS) batter Nehal Wadhera has described his underwhelming IPL 2026 campaign as a valuable learning experience, saying every cricketer goes through difficult phases and that he is determined to return stronger from the setback. ... read..

Durand Cup: Shillong Lajong FC qualify for quarter-finals after playing out thrilling draw against Langsning FC

Shillong (Meghalaya) | August 14, 2026 8:57:55 AM IST

Shillong Lajong FC booked their place in the quarter-finals of the 135th Durand Cup as they played out a thrilling 3-3 draw with Langsning FC in a Group E fixture, played here at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Thursday. ... read..

Sri Lanka name 15-member squad for Asia Cup title defence

Colombo | August 14, 2026 8:57:53 AM IST

Sri Lanka have named a 15-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup in Dubai, where they will look to defend their title. ... read..

Cristiano Ronaldo resumes Al-Nassr training after marriage

Riyadh | August 14, 2026 8:57:48 AM IST

Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo has returned to training with Al-Nassr shortly after getting married, sharing pictures from his training session on Instagram. ... read..

APL: Denish Das' 52 powers Barpeta Braves to four-wicket win over Guwahati Royals

Guwahati (Assam) | August 14, 2026 8:28:14 AM IST

Captain Denish Das led from the front with a half-century as Barpeta Braves chased down Guwahati Royals' 137-run target to register a four-wicket victory in the Assam Premier League (APL) at the Assam Cricket Association Stadium in Guwahati on Thursday. ... read..

DPL: Purani Dilli 6 hold nerves to seal last-over thriller against North Delhi Strikers

New Delhi | August 14, 2026 8:28:10 AM IST

Purani Dilli 6 pulled off a thrilling four-wicket win over North Delhi Strikers in the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026, chasing down a challenging target in a dramatic last-over finish. ... read..

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