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Pathan gives MI the edge in 'greatest IPL franchise' debate ahead of CSK
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 21, 2026 6:51:52 PM IST
Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan on Saturday said that in the ongoing debate about the greatest franchise in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Mumbai Indians (MI) holds an edge over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) due to its significant contribution to Ind ... read..


KKR face another injury setback as Akash Deep likely to miss IPL 2026
Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 21, 2026 6:51:50 PM IST
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) face another injury setback as Indian pacer Akash Deep is likely to be ruled out of the upcoming season due to a lower-back stress injury he has not yet recovered from, reported ESPNCricinfo on Saturday. ... read..


Australia's Alana King hopes for T20 WC selection following brilliant return spell against WI
Kingstown | March 21, 2026 5:51:42 PM IST
Australian spinner Alana King has pushed for T20I selection ahead of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup this year after a brilliant three-wicket haul on her return to the Australian colours in the shortest format after nearly an year. ... read..


ISL 2025-26: Chennaiyin FC aim to build on winning momentum in first home game against FC Goa
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 21, 2026 5:51:39 PM IST
Chennaiyin FC will look to build on their hard-fought win against rivals Kerala when they host fourth-placed FC Goa in their first home fixture of the Indian Super League 2026 on Sunday at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. ... read..


"Novelty factor is out....": Ashwin's bold take on Varun Chakravarthy ahead of IPL 2026
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 21, 2026 5:51:37 PM IST
Former Indian all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin said that he does not think the opponents will be worried about the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) bowling attack, saying that the novelty factor of spinner Varun Chakravarthy feels gone after a dip in form durin ... read..


"This season will be a learning one": Pathan on Suryavanshi's IPL 2026 campaign
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 21, 2026 5:51:29 PM IST
Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, former all-rounder Irfan Pathan said that this season will be a learning curve for rising batting sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi, with several teams analysing his weaknesses. ... read..


"IPL 2026 is likely to be Dhoni's last year in yellow jersey": Robin Uthappa
New Delhi | March 21, 2026 5:51:28 PM IST
Mahendra Singh Dhoni is set to represent Chennai Super Kings (CSK) yet again in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and the former India cricketer Robin Uthappa believes it might be the last IPL season for the veteran wicketkeeper-batter. ... read..


Aaron Rai in top 10 as Theegala has day to forget
Palm Harbor | March 21, 2026 5:21:42 PM IST
Aaron Rai opened the week with a round of 3-under 68 to be placed T-7 on the leaderboard at the Valspar Championship. He was tied alongside nine other players. ... read..


LSG Owner Goenka, Rishabh Pant visit Ram Janmabhoomi ahead of IPL 2026
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | March 21, 2026 3:22:11 PM IST
Ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjiv Goenka and team captain Rishabh Pant visited the Ram Janmabhoomi in Ayodhya. ... read..


ISGL Mumbai qualifier produces five winners across four titles to represent Mumbai City FC
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 21, 2026 3:22:09 PM IST
The Indian Super Gaming League (ISGL) kicked off its nationwide qualifier circuit in Mumbai this weekend, with the city producing the first set of gamers who will go on to represent Mumbai City FC in the league's inaugural season. ... read..


"He will have to maximise the opportunities he gets": Irfan Pathan on Rinku Singh ahead of IPL 2026
New Delhi | March 21, 2026 3:22:02 PM IST
Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan said that batter Rinku Singh's form would be one of the problems for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to fix in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, noting a dip in his performances after the breakthrough 2023 seaso ... read..


Miami Open: Alcaraz starts off campaign with well-fought win
Miami | March 21, 2026 2:51:56 PM IST
Spanish tennis star and world number one Carlos Alcaraz had a fine start to his Miami Open campaign, with a win over 19-year-old Joao Fonseca in the first round on Friday night. ... read..


Miami Open: Sabalenka, Rybakina, Gauff advance in women's singles
Miami | March 21, 2026 2:51:48 PM IST
The 2026 Miami Open saw several notable results in the women's singles Round of 64 on Saturday, with top names moving into the second round and a major upset shaking up the draw. ... read..


"It is only going to get tougher": Virat's pep talk to team ahead of RCB's title defence
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 21, 2026 2:21:31 PM IST
As the defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) prepare to defend their Indian Premier League (IPL), the Indian batting superstar Virat Kohli gave his team a motivational pep talk, urging his team to stay switched on and not waste their days ... read..


Tumakuru to host ITF Women's World Tennis Tour W35 tournament in May
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 21, 2026 1:51:27 PM IST
In a significant boost to Karnataka's growing tennis stature, Tumakuru is set to host its first-ever ITF Women's World Tennis Tour W35 tournament from 4th-10th May 2026 at the Tumkur District Tennis Stadium, Tumkur University Campus. ... read..


Sanjay Bangar outlines Gujarat Titans' strategy ahead of IPL 2026
New Delhi | March 21, 2026 12:51:39 PM IST
Ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, former Indian cricketer Sanjay Bangar outlined how the Shubman Gill-led Gujarat Titans (GT) could structure their playing combination to balance batting firepower and bowling strength. ... read..


"Want World Cup to go ahead as scheduled:" FIFA President Gianni Infantino amid Iran's participation concern
Zurich | March 21, 2026 11:51:40 AM IST
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has said that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will proceed as scheduled, despite uncertainties surrounding Iran's participation due to regional conflict with Israel and the United States. ... read..


Tendulkar, Laxman, Kaif extend greetings on occasion of Eid al-Fitr
New Delhi | March 21, 2026 11:21:44 AM IST
Former Indian cricketers Sachin Tendulkar, VVS Laxman, and Mohammad Kaif took to their social handles to wish their fans on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, spreading messages of happiness and goodwill. ... read..


"T20 World Cup snub will fire up Shubman Gill:" Pujara ahead of IPL 2026 season
New Delhi | March 21, 2026 10:51:50 AM IST
Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara said that Gujarat Titans (GT) captain Shubman Gill could use his ICC Men's T20 World Cup snub as motivation to excel in the upcoming tournament. ... read..


Gujarat Titans stars visit IIM Ahmedabad ahead of IPL 2026
Cricket | March 21, 2026 10:21:57 AM IST
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], March 21 (ANI) Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 edition, Gujarat Titans (GT) players Kumar Kushagra, Arshad Khan, and Manav Suthar visited the Indian Institute of Management in Ahmedabad for a candid interaction w ... read..


Bournemouth, Manchester United play out 2-2 draw in Premier League thriller
Bournemouth | March 21, 2026 9:21:41 AM IST
In an intense English Premier League clash (EPL) at the Vitality Stadium, AFC Bournemouth and Manchester United shared the spoils in a 2-2 draw on Friday night, with both sides claiming a point in front of the home supporters of Bournemouth. ... read..


Cricket Ireland aiming to launch "Euro Nations Cup" in 2027
Dublin | March 21, 2026 8:51:32 AM IST
Cricket Ireland is eying to launch "Euro Nations Cup" with Chair Brian MacNeice confident that the tournament could launch as soon as 2027, according to ESPNcricinfo. ... read..


Indian Open 2026: Abhay Singh, Veer Chotrani, Anahat Singh and Tanvi Khanna storm into semis
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 21, 2026 8:21:44 AM IST
India enjoyed an impressive outing in the men's and women's quarterfinals of the JSW Indian Open on Friday, with multiple Indian players producing dominant performances to secure semifinal berths, according to a release. ... read..


IFL: Moyano's brace fires Diamond Harbour secure commanding win over Aizawl FC
Aizawl (Mizoram) | March 21, 2026 8:21:43 AM IST
Antonio Moyano's brilliant brace in the second half proved decisive as Diamond Harbour FC registered a commanding 2-0 victory over Aizawl FC in Match 19 of the Star Cement Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Aizawl on Frida ... read..


Ireland announce packed home schedule, to host India for two T20Is in June 2026
Dublin | March 21, 2026 1:51:36 AM IST
Cricket Ireland has announced a packed home schedule for its men's and women's team, which includes two T20Is against India in June. ... read..


ISL 2025-26: Odisha FC clinch 4-1 victory over NorthEast United FC
Guwahati (Assam) | March 20, 2026 11:21:35 PM IST
Two goals from Rahul KP saw Odisha FC register a comprehensive 4-1 victory over NorthEast United FC in Indian Super League 2025-26 at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati on Friday. ... read..


Indian stars shine as semis line-up takes shape at JSW Indian Open 2026
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 20, 2026 11:21:28 PM IST
Top seed Anahat Singh and unseeded compatriot Tanvi Khanna ensured a strong Indian presence in the women's singles semifinals of the JSW Indian Open 2026 after winning their respective quarterfinal matches on Friday, according to a release. ... read..


Rwanda's Fanny Utagushimaninde becomes first woman cricketer to score a ton on T20I debut
Lagos | March 20, 2026 11:21:27 PM IST
Rwanda Women's team cricketer Fanny Utagushimaninde has made history by becoming the first woman to score a century on her T20I debut, according to ESPNcricinfo. ... read..


ISL 2025-26: Mumbai City FC defeat Mohun Bagan Super Giant 1-0
Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 20, 2026 11:21:25 PM IST
Noufal PN's first-half strike, backed by a standout performance from their goalkeeper Phurba Lachenpa and a disciplined defensive display, guided Mumbai City FC to a 1-0 victory over Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 at the ... read..


Orleans Masters 2026: Tanvi Sharma upsets sixth seed to reach semifinals
Orleans | March 20, 2026 10:51:51 PM IST
India's Tanvi Sharma produced a strong performance to reach the semifinals of the Orleans Masters 2026 on Friday. The young shuttler defeated sixth seed Natsuki Nidaira of Japan in straight games, 21-14, 21-14, in a 43-minute quarterfinals encounter, acco ... read..


Dwayne Bravo backs KKR bowling depth despite injuries sidelining key pacers
Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 20, 2026 10:21:35 PM IST
The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) mentor Dwayne Bravo remained optimistic despite the franchise facing a major setback as key bowlers Matheesha Pathirana and Harshit Rana are injured ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season. Bravo pointed to Ind ... read..


"There's nothing wrong": KKR coach not worried about "franchise player" Varun's sub-par form
Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 20, 2026 9:51:32 PM IST
Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) season, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) head coach Abhishek Nayar brushed off any concerns about the form of spinner Varun Chakravarthy, saying that he is team's "franchise player" who has delivered consistently every ... read..


Ronaldo, Silva miss out as Portugal announce pre FIFA WC friendlies squad; manager reveals reason
Lisbon | March 20, 2026 9:51:29 PM IST
Legendary striker Cristiano Ronaldo missed out due to a muscle injury, while Manchester City star Bernardo Silva also failed to make the cut as Portugal's manager, Roberto Martinez, announced the squad for pre-FIFA World Cup friendlies on Friday. ... read..


KKR's Pathirana to miss early stages of IPL 2026, Harshit Rana's participation also doubtful
Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 20, 2026 9:22:05 PM IST
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) pacer Matheesha Pathirana is expected to miss the early stages of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, while Harshit Rana's availability in the tournament is also uncertain, according to ESPNcricinfo. ... read..


"Irfan told me...": Wasim Jaffer recalls first meeting with star all-rounder Hardik Pandya
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 20, 2026 8:51:59 PM IST
Former Indian batter Wasim Jaffer recalled the first time he met the star all-rounder Hardik Pandya during the formative years of his career almost 12 years back, speaking on how the two-time T20 World Cup-winning star admired his style of batting. ... read..


Virat Kohli meets former New Zealand rugby player Dan Carter
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 20, 2026 8:51:41 PM IST
Star India cricketer Virat Kohli met New Zealand rugby legend Dan Carter ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. ... read..


Italy unveils squad for FIFA World Cup play-offs
Rome | March 20, 2026 8:21:31 PM IST
The Italian squad for the FIFA World Cup playoffs was unveiled on Friday. ... read..


IFL: Gokulam Kerala eases past Dempo SC for their first win of season
Manjeri (Kerala) | March 20, 2026 8:21:26 PM IST
A first-half strike from Moses Lalrinzuala and a late penalty conversion by Mirjalol Kasimov sealed a comfortable 2-0 victory for Gokulam Kerala FC over Dempo SC, as they secured their first win of Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 at the Payyanad Stad ... read..


PBKS skipper Iyer has "eye on the trophy" following challenging period after spleen injury
Mohali (Punjab) | March 20, 2026 7:51:43 PM IST
Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, Punjab Kings (PBKS) skipper Shreyas Iyer spoke on enduring a challenging period following a spleen injury during Australia tour last year and how after overcoming that challenge, he has his eyes on the ... read..


IPL 2026: Aakash Chopra warns of pressure on RR star Vaibhav Suryavanshi
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 20, 2026 7:21:49 PM IST
Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra touched upon the Rajasthan Royals' (RR) Vaibhav Suryavanshi's fearless batting approach and also its drawbacks, saying that it can also create pressure for the batter, ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 edi ... read..


Pathan highlights CSK's lack of genuine death phase bowlers after Elllis' injury
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 7:21:30 PM IST
Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan said that the absence of Australian pacer Nathan Ellis would be a "big concern" for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and pointed out how filling the gap left by him with Indian pacers Anshul Kamboj and Khaleel Ahmed would b ... read..


South Africa to host India, Australia Women's teams in ICC Women's Championship 2025-29
Cape Town | March 20, 2026 6:52:00 PM IST
South Africa is set to host India and Australia Women's cricket teams as part of the ICC Women's Championship 2025-29 cycle. Both the tours will also include a one-off Test, as per the ICC website. ... read..


"Can't lose something we don't have...": Gabriel's strong message of fearlessness, resilience to Arsenal
London | March 20, 2026 6:51:53 PM IST
Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus has sent a strong message of staying resilient and fearless as the race to the Premier League and UEFA Champions League, two of the club football's biggest prizes heads towards its conclusion, saying that his team cannot affo ... read..


"It's possible that teams may plan against him": Pathan highlights challenges for Suryavanshi ahead of 2026 IPL
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 20, 2026 6:51:44 PM IST
Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan said that it would be important for the 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi not to let success and failure get into his head and highlighted how handling the pressure i ... read..


Virat Kohli unleashes stunning aerial hits as RCB prepare for IPL title defence
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 20, 2026 6:21:41 PM IST
Star Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and India batter Virat Kohli started practising ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) title defence starting a week from now. ... read..


Meghalaya CM Sangma meets Sanfida Nongrum, praises her for historic AFC Women's Asian Cup goal
Shillong (Meghalaya) | March 20, 2026 6:21:26 PM IST
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma met footballer Sanfida Nongrum on Friday and hailed her historic achievement of scoring India's first goal in 23 years at the AFC Women's Asian Cup. ... read..


Orleans Masters: Ayush Shetty bows out in round of 16
Orleans | March 20, 2026 5:21:49 PM IST
Indian shuttler Ayush Shetty bowed out of the ongoing Orleans Open badminton tournament with a quarterfinal loss on Friday. ... read..


Ferguson, Latham shine as NZ takes series lead over SA with eight-wicket win
Auckland | March 20, 2026 4:51:37 PM IST
A sensational spell from pacer Lockie Ferguson and a half-century from Tom Latham were the highlights as New Zealand beat South Africa by eight wickets at Auckland on Friday. ... read..


Mitchell Santner praises all-round show as New Zealand beat South Africa by 8 wickets in Auckland
Auckland | March 20, 2026 4:51:24 PM IST
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner lauded his team's all-round performance after the Blackcaps defeated South Africa by eight wickets in the third T20I of the five-match series, at Auckland on Friday. South Africa captain Keshav Maharaj, on the other ha ... read..


Yuzvendra Chahal quits alcohol, focuses on fitness ahead of IPL 2026
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 3:22:06 PM IST
India leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal has revealed that he has quit drinking alcohol as part of a renewed focus on fitness and performance ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. ... read..


"Just trying to take it as a compliment when players....": Alcaraz ahead of Miami Open title bid
Miami | March 20, 2026 3:21:54 PM IST
Ahead of his Miami Open title bid, the world number one tennis superstar, Carlos Alcaraz, said that the players trying to play a more aggressive brand of tennis to beat him feels like a "compliment" to him. ... read..


Cricket's greatest icons gear up as International Masters League season 2 starts from October 24
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 20, 2026 3:21:48 PM IST
Cricket's greatest icons are set to return on Indian shores once again as the International Masters League (IML) returns for a highly anticipated season two. Following a blockbuster debut, the league will take centre stage from October 24 to November 14 2 ... read..


Hockey India hosts Kazakhstan for crucial Asian Games Qualifiers 2026
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 2:22:10 PM IST
Hockey India extended a warm welcome to the Kazakhstan Senior Men's Hockey Team, currently in India for a high-performance training camp in the Sports Authority of India Northern Regional Centre, Sonipat, Haryana, from March 10 to 21, 2026, as part of the ... read..


Rain halts high-stakes thriller at Indian Open Polo Championship; Jindal Panther and Optiemus achievers finish in no result
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 1:51:51 PM IST
A breezy, rain-soaked evening at the iconic Jaipur Polo Grounds set the stage for an engaging exhibition match of the Indian Open Polo Championship between Jindal Panther and Jaipur - Optiemus Achievers. ... read..


Rishabh Pant hails Bharat Arun's impact on LSG bowling ahead of IPL 2026
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 12:51:54 PM IST
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) captain Rishabh Pant spoke on the team's pre-season preparations and praised the addition of Bharat Arun as the franchise's new bowling coach, highlighting the value he brings to the squad ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL ... read..


India U20 women's team arrive in Thailand with 24 probables for Asian Cup
Bangkok | March 20, 2026 12:51:53 PM IST
The Indian U20 women's team, with 24 players, arrived in Thailand on Friday morning for the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup, according to the All India Football Federation (AIFF). ... read..


3rd T20I: Sophie Devine stars as New Zealand Women beat South Africa Women by six wickets
Auckland | March 20, 2026 11:51:40 AM IST
New Zealand Women defeated South Africa Women by six wickets in the third T20I of the five-match series on Friday in Auckland. ... read..


Team India Head Coach Gautam Gambhir moves Delhi HC over AI deepfakes; posts hearing for Monday
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 11:51:34 AM IST
Cricketer and former Member of Parliament Gautam Gambhir has moved the Delhi High Court seeking urgent relief over the alleged misuse of his identity through artificial intelligence, deepfakes, and unauthorised commercial activities. ... read..


IPL 2026: SRH's Jack Edwards ruled out due to foot injury
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 10:51:42 AM IST
Australia all-rounder Jack Edwards has been ruled out of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 due to a foot injury, according to ESPNcricinfo on Friday. ... read..


Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood to miss early IPL 2026; Ellis injured
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 10:22:02 AM IST
Australia's big three, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood, will miss the early stages of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, with young pacer Josh Ellis also sidelined completely from the tournament due to injury. ... read..


Shashi Tharoor hails Sanju Samson as 'greatest product of Vizhinjam'
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 10:21:51 AM IST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Friday praised Indian cricketer Sanju Samson for his stellar performances in the recent T20 World Cup and described him as the "greatest product of Vizhinjam," the Kerala town where Samson was born. ... read..


India to host World Athletics Indoor Championships 2028
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 9:21:30 AM IST
The World Athletics Council has selected Odisha in India and Astana in Kazakhstan to host the World Athletics Indoor Championships in 2028 and 2030, respectively. ... read..


Australia Women defeat West Indies Women by 43 runs in 1st T20I
Kingstown | March 20, 2026 9:21:28 AM IST
Australia women's national cricket team secured a commanding 43-run victory over the West Indies women's national cricket team in the opening T20I of the three-match series, taking a 1-0 lead on Friday. ... read..


Nat Sciver-Brunt returns home from South Africa tour for family reasons
Pretoria | March 20, 2026 9:21:21 AM IST
England, who have started their preparations for this year's ICC Women's T20 World Cup, have hit a minor setback after their skipper, Sciver-Brunt, returned home from South Africa due to family reasons. ... read..


ISL: Stojanovic's late strike rescues point for Jamshedpur against SC Delhi
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 8:51:44 AM IST
A late equaliser from Nikola Stojanovic ensured Jamshedpur FC salvaged a 1-1 draw against Sporting Club Delhi in Indian Super League 2025-26 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on Thursday after Joseph Sunny had given the home side the lead. ... read..


Lockie Ferguson to miss early IPL 2026 matches for Punjab Kings
Auckland | March 20, 2026 8:51:41 AM IST
New Zealand speedster Lockie Ferguson is set to miss the early stages of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 for Punjab Kings (PBKS), according to ESPNcricinfo. ... read..


AIFF awarded Triple-A certificate by AFC
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 8:21:56 AM IST
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has been awarded the Triple-A Certificate by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) in recognition of its highly-developed technical programme, following the AFC Technical Summit held on March 19. ... read..


IFL: Sreenidi Deccan rally to earn point against Namdhari SC
Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 20, 2026 8:21:54 AM IST
Manvir Singh's spectacular first-half strike from his own half helped Namdhari SC secure a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Sreenidi Deccan FC in Star Cement Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 at the Deccan Arena on Thursday. ... read..


Tanvi, Arjun-Hariharan advance at Orleans Masters 2026
Orleans | March 19, 2026 11:51:44 PM IST
India's Tanvi Sharma and the men's doubles duo of Hariharan Amsakarunan and MR Arjun delivered strong performances to advance at the Orleans Masters 2026 on Day 2. ... read..


India set to host World Indoor Athletics Championships 2028 in Bhubaneswar
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 11:21:37 PM IST
India has been awarded the hosting rights for the World Indoor Athletics Championships 2028, with Bhubaneswar set to welcome athletes from across the globe. The decision was approved by the World Athletics Council during its meeting in Torun, Poland, on T ... read..


RR's Sam Curran likely to miss IPL 2026 after suspected groin injury
Jaipur (Rajasthan) | March 19, 2026 10:51:35 PM IST
Rajasthan Royals (RR) have suffered a setback ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season with England all-rounder Sam Curran likely to miss the campaign due to a suspected groin injury. ... read..


Rajasthan Regals celebrate inaugural The Golf League title; bigger second edition on horizon
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 10:21:38 PM IST
Rajasthan Regals celebrated their triumph in the inaugural edition of the Professional Golf Tour of India's (PGTI) 72 The League at a special function in New Delhi, where league and PGTI officials spoke of an even bigger vision for the event going forward ... read..


"Thankful to RR for backing, giving me opportunities": Rajasthan Royals captain Royan Parag ahead of IPL 2026
Jaipur (Rajasthan) | March 19, 2026 10:21:36 PM IST
The newly appointed captain of Rajasthan Royals, Riyan Parag, expressed pride and gratitude at the franchise's pre-season press conference on Thursday. ... read..


"Thankful to RR for backing, giving me opportunities": Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag ahead of IPL 2026
Jaipur (Rajasthan) | March 19, 2026 10:21:35 PM IST
The newly appointed captain of Rajasthan Royals, Riyan Parag, expressed pride and gratitude at the franchise's pre-season press conference on Thursday. ... read..


Diksha lies tied-eighth after first round in Australian WPGA
Gold Coast | March 19, 2026 10:21:28 PM IST
Diksha Dagar was the pick of the Indians after the first round of the Australian WPGA Championships being held at the Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club as she shot a strong opening round of 4-under 67 to be placed tied-8th on the leaderboard. ... read..


Phrangki Buam brace powers Shillong Lajong to top of IFL table
Aizawl (Mizoram) | March 19, 2026 9:51:48 PM IST
Shillong Lajong FC rode a Phrangki Buam brace to defeat Chanmari FC 2-1 in Indian Football League 2025-26 at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium on Thursday. The win takes them to the top of the table with seven points from four games, ahead of Rajasthan United on g ... read..


Indian Open Polo Championship: Jaipur Optiemus Achievers edge Jindal Panther 9-6 in rain-hit exhibition match
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 9:51:46 PM IST
On a breezy, rain-kissed evening at the iconic Jaipur Polo Grounds, nearly 1,000 spectators braved intermittent showers to witness an entertaining exhibition clash between Jindal Panther and Jaipur Optiemus Achievers. ... read..


Shashank Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal's entire focus on trophy as Punjab Kings prepare for IPL 2026 campaign
Mohali (Punjab) | March 19, 2026 9:51:44 PM IST
With the Indian Premier League (IPL) season 19 starting on March 28, Punjab Kings (PBKS) star players Yuzvendra Chahal and Shashank Singh have high hopes for the team in the upcoming season. ... read..


"Abhishek Sharma has to start taking more responsibility": AB de Villiers ahead of IPL 2026
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 9:21:22 PM IST
The swashbuckling Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) batter, Abhishek Sharma, who took the Indian Premier League (IPL) by storm over the last two seasons, will be hopeful of a good run of form in 2026 and the former South African cricketer AB de Villiers believes ... read..


Delhi Capitals well-balanced, going with a "winning mentality": Ashutosh Sharma ahead of IPL 2026
By Vipul Kashyap

New Delhi | March 19, 2026 9:21:20 PM IST
Ashutosh Sharma is confident ahead of representing Delhi Capitals for the second straight season in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and believes his side is 'well-balanced' and everybody in the team 'wants to play good cricket' as the 19th edition is star ... read..


Erling Haaland invests in Norway Chess to launch new Total Chess World Championship Tour
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 8:52:12 PM IST
Football superstar Erling Haaland is investing in Norway Chess and its new tour format, the Total Chess World Championship Tour. Haaland has ambitious plans to contribute to making chess a broader and more spectator-friendly sport. ... read..


Jasmine takes 3-shot lead despite late bogeys in 6th leg of WPG Tour
Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | March 19, 2026 8:22:19 PM IST
Jasmine Shekar carded a solid 3-under 68 despite two late bogeys to move into a three-shot lead with one more round to go in the sixth leg of the Women's Pro Golf Tour at Jaypee Wishtown Golf Course. ... read..


PGTI NexGen 2026: Vinay Kumar Yadav wins maiden title after prevailing in playoff against teenager Arjunveer Shishir
Gurugram (Haryana) | March 19, 2026 7:51:51 PM IST
Vinay Kumar Yadav of Delhi won his maiden title after prevailing in a playoff against 15-year-old Arjunveer Shishir of Chandigarh at the Rs 25 lakh PGTI NexGen 2026 played at the Golden Greens Golf and Country Club in Gurugram. ... read..


"Before Asian Cup, we'll play some preparatory matches": India U20 women captain
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 7:21:31 PM IST
Two weeks before their opening clash against Japan in Thailand at the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup, the Indian U20 women's national team skipper Shubhangi Singh believes her young side needs to play some preparatory matches. ... read..


Paul Stirling steps down as Ireland T20I captain
Dublin | March 19, 2026 6:52:10 PM IST
Ireland will begin their search for a new T20I captain after veteran batter Paul Stirling stepped down from the role as part of the team's long-term planning for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2028. ... read..


India U20 women ready for Asian challenge, says captain Shubhangi Singh
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 6:52:02 PM IST
With just two weeks to go before their opening clash against Japan in Thailand, the Indian U20 women's national team stand on the brink of a long-awaited return. Two decades after their last appearance, India are back at the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup, and ... read..


Sachin Tendulkar extends 'heartfelt greetings' on Gudi Padwa, Marathi New Year
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 19, 2026 5:52:06 PM IST
Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar extended his warm wishes on the occasion of Gudi Padwa and Marathi New Year on Thursday. ... read..


Delhi Capitals unveil new jersey for IPL 2026; campaign features Axar Patel, Jemimah Rodrigues
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 5:21:51 PM IST
With the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 just around the corner, the Delhi Capitals unveiled their official jersey for the new season on Thursday. ... read..


Siddharth Semwal moves into two-shot lead on day two
Gurugram (Haryana) | March 19, 2026 4:21:33 PM IST
Siddharth Semwal fired a second-round score of four-under 68 to take a two-shot lead at a total of five-under 139 at the PGTI NexGen 2026 being played at the Golden Greens Golf and Country Club in Gurugram. ... read..


Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir seeks injunction in Delhi HC over AI deepfakes
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 3:22:02 PM IST
India head coach and former Member of Parliament Gautam Gambhir has approached the Delhi High Court seeking urgent relief against the alleged large-scale misuse of his identity through artificial intelligence, deepfakes, and unauthorised commercial exploi ... read..


Diksha leads 5 Indians at Australian WPGA Championship
Gold Coast | March 19, 2026 3:21:56 PM IST
Diksha Dagar will lead a strong five-member Indian contingent at this week's Australian WPGA Championship. Diksha, who is currently ninth on the LET Order of Merit, will also have for company, Pranavi Urs, Avani Prashanth, Hitaashee Bakshi and Vani Kapoor ... read..


"We respect every opponent in this pool, but we back ourselves against all of them": Indian men's hockey team chief coach Craig Fulton
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 3:21:46 PM IST
Following the official pool draw and schedule release for the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026, Indian Men's National Hockey Team Chief Coach Craig Fulton expressed confidence and clarity regarding the team's path ahead. ... read..


Khushi Khanijau takes one-shot lead in 6th leg of WPG Tour
Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | March 19, 2026 2:51:27 PM IST
Khushi Khanijau got off to a great start with three birdies in the first four holes and ensured the first day's best card in the sixth leg of the Women's Pro Golf Tour at the Jaypee Wishtown Golf Course. Khushi shot 3-under 68 and led the field by one sho ... read..


IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals name John Mooney as fielding coach
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 2:51:24 PM IST
Former Ireland all-rounder John Mooney has been appointed as the new fielding coach of Delhi Capitals (DC) ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season. ... read..


Gautam Gambhir moves Delhi High Court against systematic misuse of his identity through deepfakes
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 2:51:22 PM IST
Gautam Gambhir, who is the two-time ICC white-ball World Cup champion, Arjuna Awardee, Padma Shri recipient, former Member of Parliament, and Head Coach of the Indian Men's National Cricket Team has instituted a civil suit before the High Court of Delhi ( ... read..


Sachin Tendulkar-backed SRT10 Altevol Centre to open in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | March 19, 2026 2:21:43 PM IST
Ahmedabad is set to witness a significant leap in grassroots sports development with the launch of the SRT10 Altevol Centre of Excellence Cricket Academy, a high-performance training facility backed by Sachin Tendulkar. ... read..


"He cannot be compared to anyone": RR skipper Riyan Parag on Samson's absence in IPL 2026
Jaipur (Rajasthan) | March 19, 2026 2:21:28 PM IST
Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain Riyan Parag addressed questions regarding the absence of former skipper and star wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson and how the team plans to fill the void in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. ... read..


LA Knight Riders unveil The Knight Riders Cricket Field at Fairplex in Pomona
Los Angeles (California) | March 19, 2026 1:52:00 PM IST
In a historic milestone, the Knight Riders Group has announced its official home field for 2026, the Knight Riders Cricket Field, located at Fairplex in Pomona, California. This marks a pivotal moment for Cricket in the USA. ... read..


Du Plessis calls Samson's exit from RR "massive" for IPL and fans
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 1:21:36 PM IST
Former South Africa cricketer shared his thoughts on the inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals (RR) letting go of star wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson, who was the face of the franchise for the last decade in the Indian Premier League (IPL). ... read..


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