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Rinku Singh's father passes away; Yuvraj, Harbhajan, Aakash offer condolences

New Delhi | February 27, 2026 1:20:42 PM IST

Former Indian cricketers Yuvraj Singh, Harbhajan Singh and Aakash Chopra paid their condolences to Rinku Singh after his father passed away on Friday morning at the Yatharth Hospital in Greater Noida. ... read..

"A very special day": Karun Chandhok after driving Sebastian Vettel's Red Bull R8 at Buddh International Circuit

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | February 27, 2026 12:50:56 PM IST

Former Indian Formula 1 driver Karun Chandhok described driving Sebastian Vettel's Red Bull R8 at the Buddh International Circuit on Thursday as an unforgettable experience, calling it a "very special day." ... read..

"Their process was brilliant right at the start": Sanjay Manjrekar lauds India's opening pair of Abhishek-Sanju against Zimbabwe

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 27, 2026 12:20:49 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar believes India's right-left opening combination of Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson was a very important change and that helped India a great deal against Zimbabwe in their second Super 8 fixture in the ongoing T20 ... read..

"The matchup is working in favour....": Dinesh Karthik feels India should continue left-right-hand opening combination of Abhishek and Samson

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 27, 2026 11:21:27 AM IST

Former Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik believes the left-right-hand opening partnership between Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson should be continued for the winner-take-all contest with the West Indies in Kolkata on Sunday. ... read..

"Really enjoy batting with him": Sanju Samson speaks on his opening combination with Abhishek Sharma in T20 WC

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 27, 2026 11:21:22 AM IST

India wicketkeeper/batter Sanju Samson, admitted he had been giving plenty of advice to his opening partner Abhishek Sharma, as the No. 1-ranked T20I batter made his best contribution of the tournament so far. ... read..

Indian Football League 2025-26 kicks off with a double header on opening day

New Delhi | February 27, 2026 11:21:17 AM IST

The Indian Football League (IFL), the country's second-tier men's professional competition, returns on Friday, marking the beginning of a new chapter in India's football pyramid. Formerly known as the I-League, the rebranded competition kicks off with a d ... read..

Sophie Molineux ruled out of remaining ODI series against India

Hobart | February 27, 2026 10:21:10 AM IST

Australia's Sophie Molineux has been ruled out of the remaining ODI series against India and the one-off Test at the WACA due to lower back pain. ... read..

"Learning where we can improve" Brian Bennett after Zimbabwe's exit from T20 WC

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 27, 2026 9:51:00 AM IST

As Zimbabwe lost their second consecutive match of the Super Eight in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, which ended their chances to qualify for the semi-finals, Brian Bennett expressed gratitude and said that he stayed focused on the process, not the out ... read..

Rinku Singh's father passes away after battling stage-four cancer

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | February 27, 2026 9:20:50 AM IST

Indian cricketer Rinku Singh's father, breathed his last on Friday morning at the Yatharth Hospital in Greater Noida, informed the hospital PRO. Singh's father was battling stage-four cancer, ... read..

"Whatever the team needs, I'm up for it": Tilak on batting at six against Zimbabwe in must-win T20WC clash

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 27, 2026 2:20:42 AM IST

Following his side's comprehensive 72-run win over Zimbabwe to keep their T20 World Cup title defence alive, Indian batter Tilak Varma, who played a quickfire 44* in 16 balls coming at number six, said that he is open to playing as per team's demands and ... read..

Playing it straight, biding his time: A calculated Abhishek Sharma half-century at Chennai restores India's WC hopes

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 27, 2026 2:50:40 AM IST

Team India secured a memorable 72-run win over Zimbabwe to bring their T20 World Cup title defence back on track following a humiliating 76-run loss to South Africa at Ahmedabad. While Men in Blue let their bats do the roaring with some of their cleanest ... read..

Moving on from past, striving for improvement: Skipper SKY vows to "tighten up screws" for virtual knockout against WI after win over Zimbabwe

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 27, 2026 1:20:33 AM IST

Following his side's T20 World Cup clash win over Zimbabwe which keeps them alive in the tournament, Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav expressed that the bowling could have been a "little more clinical", but expressed happiness with a "heartening" batting d ... read..

Brian Bennett: A star is born for Chevrons during memorable Super Eight T20 World Cup run

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 27, 2026 1:20:32 AM IST

While Zimbabwe has been knocked out of the T20 World Cup in the Super Eight phase, the group undoubtedly can take a lot of positives back home with their performances, with the emergence of a young Brian Bennett at the grandest stage being the most heartw ... read..

"It was a good game to continue rhythm": Hardik Pandya after India's win over Zimbabwe

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 27, 2026 1:20:28 AM IST

India defeated Zimbabwe by 72 runs in a Super Eight fixture of the ICC Men's T20I World Cup 2026 in Chennai, and the Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya said 'it was a good game to continue the rhythm' as the Men In Blue look to book a spot in the semi-final ... read..

"Must win games reveal temperament": Sachin Tendulkar lauds India's comeback against ZImbabwe to keep T20WC title defence alive

New Delhi | February 27, 2026 1:20:25 AM IST

Following India's 72-run win over Zimbabwe, which keeps their ICC T20 World Cup campaign alive, legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar hailed the team's comeback, saying that "must win games reveal temperament". ... read..

"We are work in progress": Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza after defeat against India

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 27, 2026 1:20:23 AM IST

Zimbabwe lost their second consecutive match of the Super Eight in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, but skipper Sikandar Raza stressed looking at the positives from the game. He called his young side 'a work in progress' and hopes that they will learn fr ... read..

India finally unleashes 'SKYBall' in T20WC; a historic top-six batting record headlines list of records broken

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2026 11:50:56 PM IST

Team India unleashed the 'SKYBall' during the do-or-die T20 World Cup against Zimbabwe, smashing several records in the process and once again showing why they are one of the finest T20I units ever. ... read..

UP Prometheans, Rajasthan Regals stay on top of DP World PGTI's 72 The League after clean sweeps

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | February 26, 2026 11:50:45 PM IST

It's turning out to be a two-horse race between UP Prometheans and Rajasthan Regals as the two leading teams won all their matches in the third round of DP World PGTI 72 The League, which was played at the Jaypee Greens Golf Course on Thursday, according ... read..

Sikandar Raza becomes first full-member nation player to score 3000 runs and take 100 wickets in T20Is

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2026 11:50:44 PM IST

Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza etched his name in the record books after becoming the first cricketer from a Full Member nation to complete the double of 3,000 runs and 100 wickets in Men's T20 Internationals. ... read..

T20 WC: India keep semifinal hopes alive with clinical 72-run win over Zimbabwe; Abhishek, Pandya, Arshdeep shine

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2026 11:20:59 PM IST

A clinical Team India, powered by fifties from Abhishek Sharma and Hardik Pandya and a fiery spell by Arshdeep Singh, powered their way back into contention for a semifinal spot in the ICC T20 World Cup, beating Zimbabwe by 72 runs in their do-or-die matc ... read..

ISL 2025-26: East Bengal, Jamshedpur fight for third straight win in Kolkata

Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 26, 2026 11:20:51 PM IST

East Bengal FC will take on Jamshedpur FC as both sides aim to secure a third consecutive victory in the Indian Super League 2025-26 season on Friday, at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata. ... read..

T20 World Cup: India set 257-run target for Zimbabwe in Chennai run-fest

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2026 9:50:55 PM IST

India posted a massive total of 256/4 against Zimbabwe in their Super Eight clash of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Thursday, setting a daunting target of 257 runs. ... read..

"He seems more comfortable with new rules": Karun Chandhok on Lewis Hamilton ahead of 2026 F1 season

By Utkarsh Rathour

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | February 26, 2026 9:50:42 PM IST

Former Indian Formula 1 driver Karun Chandhok has shared his thoughts on seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton as he prepares for the 2026 Formula 1 season with Scuderia Ferrari. ... read..

Next Khelo India Winter Games in Gulmarg will be 15-day festival: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya

Gulmarg (Jammu and Kashmir) | February 26, 2026 9:50:40 PM IST

Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday addressed the closing ceremony of the second leg of the sixth Khelo India Winter Games in Gulmarg and reaffirmed the Government's commitment to transforming the region into a premier ... read..

Felix Gill knocks out Sumit Nagal at MahaOpen ATP Challenger 75

Pune (Maharashtra) | February 26, 2026 9:50:38 PM IST

Britain's Felix Gill held his nerve in a high-intensity battle to defeat India's top star Sumit Nagal 7-6(4), 0-6, 6-3 in a marathon encounter lasting 2 hours and 37 minutes and make it to the quarter finals at the Maha Open ATP Challenger 75 Men's Tenni ... read..

Suryakumar Yadav completes 4,000 international runs

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2026 9:50:31 PM IST

Indian T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav completed 4,000 runs in international cricket on Thursday. ... read..

Purani Dilli 6 to conduct trials for Delhi Premier League 2026

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 9:21:02 PM IST

Purani Dilli 6 has announced open trials ahead of the upcoming Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026. The trials will be conducted on March 5 and March 6, 2026, at St Stephen's Ground, Mori Gate, with a reporting time of 8:00 AM. ... read..

"Special day": Karun Chandhok after driving Sebastian Vettel's Red Bull R8 at Buddh International Circuit

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | February 26, 2026 9:21:01 PM IST

T20 WC: Southee reflects on working with "inquisitive" Archer; backs struggling Buttler to come good

Colombo | February 26, 2026 9:20:59 PM IST

Ahead of his side's ICC T20 World Cup match against New Zealand, England bowling coach Tim Southee spoke on working with pace spearhead Jofra Archer and backed a struggling Jos Buttler to come good with the bat soon. ... read..

"Everything is not going to come easy": Shai Hope on West Indies' chances for semi-finals

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 26, 2026 8:50:45 PM IST

Following a thumping nine-wicket defeat against South Africa, the West Indies skipper Shai Hope stressed that 'everything is not going to come easy' for his side as they eye a semi-final spot from Group 1 in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. ... read..

Markram overtakes Duminy to become SA's fourth-highest T20I run-getter

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 26, 2026 8:21:41 PM IST

Skipper Aiden Markram overtook JP Duminy to become the Proteas' fourth-highest run-getter in T20Is. ... read..

Four Indians awarded main draw wildcards at Kalaburagi Open W35

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 26, 2026 8:21:37 PM IST

Indian players Jennifer Luikham, Soha Sadiq, Sama Chevika Reddy and Amodini Naik have been handed main draw wildcard entries for the upcoming Kalaburagi Open W35. ... read..

PGTI NexGen 2026: Abhishek Kumar produces tournament low of 64 to register come-from-behind victory

Faridabad (Haryana) | February 26, 2026 8:21:24 PM IST

Abhishek Kumar produced a tournament low score, a sublime bogey-free eight-under 64 in the third and final round, to register a sensational come-from-behind victory at the PGTI NexGen 2026 played at the Aravalli Golf Club in Faridabad. ... read..

Cristiano Ronaldo acquires 25 per cent ownership stake in Spanish club UD Almeria

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 8:21:19 PM IST

Portugal football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has acquired a 25 per cent ownership stake in the Spanish football club UD Almeria, which features in the country's second-division football, reported ESPN on Thursday. ... read..

"No step in this competition is easy": Skipper Markram after SA continue unbeaten T20WC run

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 26, 2026 7:51:08 PM IST

Following his side's win over West Indies, South African skipper Aiden Markram expressed happiness with his side's performance in the powerplay with bat and ball alike and added that "no step in this competition is easy". ... read..

"It's hurtful, it's painful, it's shameful," says Farveez Maharoof after Sri Lanka's exit from home T20 World Cup

Colombo | February 26, 2026 7:51:05 PM IST

Former Sri Lanka all-rounder Farveez Maharoof has called for "hard decisions" following Lanka's exit from the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 after suffering a 61-run defeat against New Zealand on Wednesday, terming the team's performance 'hurtful' and 'sham ... read..

"Absolute champion": Dinesh Karthik hails Auqib Nabi after stellar Ranji Trophy campaign

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 7:51:02 PM IST

Former Indian wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik has showered praise on Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi for his outstanding performance in the ongoing 2025-26 Ranji Trophy season, calling his campaign one of the most dominant displays by a fast bowler ... read..

T20 WC: Zimbabwe win toss; puts India to bat in Super 8 clash

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2026 7:21:02 PM IST

Zimbabwe won the toss and decided to bat against the defending champions in the do-or-die Super eight contest at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup on Thursday. ... read..

Uruguay women's hockey team arrives in Hyderabad for FIH World Cup Qualifiers Hyderabad

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 26, 2026 7:20:55 PM IST

The Uruguay women's national hockey team, known as the Cimarronas, has officially arrived in Hyderabad for the upcoming FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers. ... read..

J&K tighten grip on Ranji Trophy final, Karnataka trail by 364 runs

Hubballi (Karnataka) | February 26, 2026 7:20:50 PM IST

First-time finalists Jammu and Kashmir are in a commanding position against eight-time champions Karnataka at stumps on Day 3 of the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 final at the KSCA Hubli Cricket Ground on Thursday. ... read..

T20 WC: Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder join elite list during South Africa Super 8 clash

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 26, 2026 6:51:50 PM IST

Hard hitter Romario Shepherd and veteran all-rounder Jason Holder registered the second-highest partnership for the eighth wicket or lower in T20I cricket during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Super 8 clash against South Africa in the T20 World Cup on Thursd ... read..

T20 World Cup: Markram, Ngidi and Rabada shine as SA beat WI by 9 wickets; keeps India's semifinal hopes alive

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 26, 2026 6:51:17 PM IST

Skipper Aiden Markram's brilliant half-century and fiery spells from Kagiso Rabada and Lungi Ngidi kept South Africa unbeaten in the T20 World Cup, as they overcame West Indies by nine wickets in a one-sided contest at Ahmedabad on Thursday. ... read..

Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai, PGTI president Kapil Dev discuss vision for international Golf infrastructure in Nava Raipur

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | February 26, 2026 6:21:02 PM IST

In a significant step towards expanding India's golf ecosystem and strengthening sports-led tourism development, Padma Bhushan Kapil Dev, President of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), held discussions with Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo ... read..

Irfan Pathan praises South Africa's "elite game IQ" at T20 World Cup

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 6:20:57 PM IST

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has heaped praise on South Africa for their sharp tactical awareness at the ongoing T20 World Cup, calling their decision-making "solid game awareness and elite game IQ." ... read..

Losing father, battling injury, carrying her family: Beauty Dungdung's inspiring journey beyond hockey field

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 26, 2026 6:20:49 PM IST

At just 22 years old, Beauty Dungdung carries immense responsibilities both on and off the hockey field. The young forward is currently training at the Indian Women's Hockey Team national camp in Bengaluru, but simply returning to the turf has been the to ... read..

T20 World Cup: Brandon King's T20I numbers raise concerns after another poor outing with bat

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 26, 2026 6:20:46 PM IST

West Indies batter Brandon King has endured a difficult run in T20Is since the conclusion of the last edition of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, with numbers reflecting a significant dip in consistency at the top of the order. ... read..

Rabada overtakes Steyn, becomes SA's second-highest wicket-taker in T20 WC history

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 26, 2026 5:51:07 PM IST

South African pacer Kagiso Rabada overtook legendary Dale Steyn, becoming his side's second-highest wicket-taker in the history of the ICC T20 World Cup. ... read..

"If India don't back their aggressive brand of cricket, semi-final hopes could be in trouble": Aakash Chopra

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 5:50:57 PM IST

Hours before India take on Zimbabwe in a must-win match at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Chennai, the cricketer-turned commentator Aakash Chopra stressed that India should play their aggressive brand of cricket if they want to progress in the tournament. ... read..

T20 WC: Romario-Holder stand helps WI overcome Proteas pace barrage, post 176/8 at Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 26, 2026 5:20:46 PM IST

A sensational, counter-attacking 89-run stand for the eighth wicket between half-centurion Romario Shepherd and Jason Holder helped West Indies overcome a pace barrage from South Africa in the first half, ending their innings at 176/8 in 20 overs in a cru ... read..

ONGC Para Games 2026 underway in Delhi; 300 athletes from oil PSUs participate

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 4:51:14 PM IST

The 7th edition of the ONGC Para Games commenced at Thyagaraj Stadium here on Thursday, bringing together around 300 para athletes from eight oil and gas public sector undertakings for a four-day inclusive sporting event. ... read..

"To counter Raza, India should bring SKY at number three": Akash Chopra

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 4:50:54 PM IST

India is set to face Zimbabwe in their do-or-die Super Eight match at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, needing a big win to improve their net run-rate, and possibly save the team from being eliminated from the tournament. ... read..

T20 WC: South Africa win toss, choose to bowl first against West Indies

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 26, 2026 3:21:24 PM IST

South Africa captain Aiden Markram won the toss and opted to bowl first against two-time champions West Indies in both teams' second Super 8s clash at the T20 World Cup 2026, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Thursday. ... read..

T20 WC: Anil Kumble cautions India against "taking Zimbabwe lightly" in their must-win Super 8s clash

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 26, 2026 2:51:23 PM IST

Former India captain Anil Kumble has cautioned India not to "take Zimbabwe lightly" ahead of their upcoming Super 8s fixture of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup on Thursday in Chennai, stressing that the Men in Blue need to play their natural and aggressive br ... read..

Shanaka laments "outside negativity" around Sri Lanka cricket following team's exit from T20 WC

Colombo | February 26, 2026 2:20:55 PM IST

Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka has expressed concern over what he termed as "outside negativity" surrounding cricket in the country following their loss to New Zealand by 61 runs in the Super 8s of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 on Wednesday, resulting i ... read..

Markram-De Kock: The carriers of a billion Indian hopes; key to Proteas success against West Indies

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 26, 2026 1:50:59 PM IST

As South Africa aim to continue their unbeaten run in the ongoing T20 World Cup, their top-orders, skipper Aiden Markram and Quinton de Kock, will be the key to success against a red-hot West Indies. ... read..

T20 WC: Jasprit Bumrah three wickets shy of 500 international wickets

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2026 1:21:03 PM IST

Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is just three wickets away from becoming the eighth Indian with 500 international wickets. ... read..

"She is fit and fine": Deepti on Harmanpreet's injury ahead of 2nd ODI against Australia Women

Hobart | February 26, 2026 1:20:54 PM IST

Indian Women's cricket team all-rounder Deepti Sharma provided an update on skipper Harmanpreet Kaur's fitness, saying, "she is fit and fine" ahead of the second ODI of the series against Australia Women, set to be played on Friday at Hobart's Bellerive O ... read..

IAF & EAC Cup races held at Royal Calcutta Turf Club

Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 26, 2026 12:51:05 PM IST

The prestigious Indian Air Force (IAF) Cup and Eastern Air Command (EAC) Cup races were conducted with grandeur at the historic Royal Calcutta Turf Club (RCTC) on Wednesday. These annual fixtures, instituted in 1996, commemorate the strong association bet ... read..

T20WC: Will India once again succumb to "slower ball trap" against Zimbabwe?

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2026 12:50:50 PM IST

As India takes on Zimbabwe in a must-win ICC T20 World Cup clash, the "slower ball trap" will be a massive talking point for this match, with Indian batters struggling big time against this particular tactic. ... read..

India U20 women's football team held to 1-1 draw by Swedish club Enskede IK Dam

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 12:21:09 PM IST

The India U20 women's team played a 1-1 draw against Swedish club Enskede IK Dam on February 26, at the Boson National Sports Centre in Lidingo, Sweden. ... read..

Siddarth Kaul, Karn Sharma visit Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Temple, attend Bhasma Aarti

Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh) | February 26, 2026 11:50:45 AM IST

Former Indian cricketer Siddarth Kaul and current cricketer Karn Sharma visited the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain on Thursday. Both Siddarth and Karn also took part in the Bhasma Aarti at the temple. ... read..

UEFA Champions League: PSG survive Monaco scare to reach last 16; Real Madrid advance after 2-1 win over Benfica

Paris | February 26, 2026 10:50:39 AM IST

Reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) narrowly avoided a shock exit from the UEFA Champions League, securing their place in the Round of 16 after a 2-2 draw with Monaco, as the result saw the Parisians advance 5-4 on aggregate, according to the UEF ... read..

UEFA Champions League: Atalanta defeat Dortmund 4-1, Galatasaray edge Juventus on aggregate to reach last 16

Bergamo | February 26, 2026 9:21:00 AM IST

Atalanta BC produced one of the most memorable nights in their European history, overturning a two-goal first-leg deficit to defeat Borussia Dortmund 4-1 (4-3 on aggregate) and advance to the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 on Wednesday, according to th ... read..

Karun Chandhok set to drive Sebastian Vettel's RB8 at Buddh International Circuit

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 8:51:12 AM IST

Ahead of the much-awaited Red Bull Moto Jam, the legendary RB8 in the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls' colours will be driven by none other than former F1 driver Karun Chandhok at the iconic Buddh International Circuit, according to a release. ... read..

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