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KITG: Dasharath Talawar, Nagini clinch gold to extend Karnataka's lead; Chhattisgarh add silver, bronze to their tally on Day 8
Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | April 2, 2026 2:52:05 AM IST
Race walker Dasharath Talawar and middle-distance runner Nagini added two gold medals to table toppers Karnataka's tally while Chhattisgarh's Gajendra Thakur bagged a silver medal in the men's 800m and their men's hockey team clinched the bronze on Day 8 ... read..


"Very happy with bowling effort": DC captain Axar Patel after win over LSG
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 2, 2026 1:52:09 AM IST
Delhi Capitals (DC) started the new IPL season with a thumping six-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Wednesday, and the DC skipper Axar Patel accepted that he is 'very happy with his bowling unit.' ... read..


Fit-again Ashu Malik eyes Asian Games glory; draws inspiration from grassroots journey
By Jagdish Yadav

Bellary (Karnataka) | April 2, 2026 1:52:00 AM IST
Fully recovered from a challenging injury setback, Indian Kabaddi star Ashu Malik is setting his sights firmly on upcoming international assignments, including the Asian Games, as he looks to don the national colours. ... read..


"Top three of Gujarat Titans will have to fire": Aakash Chopra after GT's defeat against PBKS
Chandigarh | April 1, 2026 11:52:32 PM IST
After Gujarat Titans (GT) failed in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 opener against the last season's finalists, Punjab Kings, the cricketer-turned-broadcaster Aakash Chopra believes the top-three batters of GT will have to "fire". ... read..


IFL 2025-26: Goalkeepers shine as Sreenidi Deccan, Shillong Lajong play out a stalemate
Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 1, 2026 11:52:19 PM IST
Sreenidi Deccan FC and Shillong Lajong FC played out a goalless draw in a top-of-the-table clash of the Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 at the Deccan Arena in Hyderabad on Wednesday, as both sides settled for a point in a closely contested encounter. ... read..


'If your base is strong, performance follows': Aslam Inamdar, Naveen Kumar, Pushpa Rana on modern kabaddi's demands
Bellary (Karnataka) | April 1, 2026 11:22:15 PM IST
As India's top kabaddi players come together for a high-performance Strength & Conditioning camp, the focus is clearly shifting towards a more scientific and structured approach to preparation - one that goes beyond traditional training methods, espec ... read..


"We continue to believe in what Cameron Green can offer at his best": KKR head coach Abhishek Nayar
Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 1, 2026 11:22:22 PM IST
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) head coach Abhishek Nayar has reaffirmed the franchise's strong belief in Cameron Green ahead of their match against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Thursday, underlining that the Australian all-rounder remains a key part of their ... read..


IFL 2025-26: Clinical Rajasthan United ease past Chanmari FC 2-0
Jaipur (Rajasthan) | April 1, 2026 11:22:09 PM IST
Two second-half strikes from Naoba Meitei and Amadou Soukouna ensured Rajasthan United eased past Chanmari FC 2-0 and moved temporarily to the top of the table in the Indian Football League 2025-26 at the Vidhyadhar Nagar Stadium in Jaipur on Wednesday. ... read..


Khelo India Tribal Games 2026: Raksha Khadse highlights push to empower tribal youth through sports
Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | April 1, 2026 11:22:02 PM IST
Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Nikhil Khadse, on Wednesday underscored the Centre's commitment to empowering tribal youth through sports during her visit to the inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) 2026. ... read..


IPL 2026 opening weekend sets record with over 515 million audience reach across platforms
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 1, 2026 10:52:16 PM IST
The opening weekend of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 edition scaled new peaks in reach and consumption across both Star Sports Network and JioHotstar. On the back of 200+ run chases across the first two matches, IPL 2026 recorded a combined reach o ... read..


"Conversations with him help me a lot": RCB spinner Vicky Ostwal on his learnings from Virat Kohli in nets
By Adarsh Chauhan

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 1, 2026 10:52:11 PM IST
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) left-arm spinner Vicky Ostwal opened up on his time with Virat Kohli in the practice nets and how conversations with the legendary batter help the youngster to gain valuable insights about his own game. Ostwal also reveal ... read..


JioStar terminates agreements for IPL and WPL media rights in Bangladesh over "payment defaults"
Dhaka | April 1, 2026 10:22:35 PM IST
A media rights dispute has emerged in Bangladesh involving the broadcast and exploitation rights for the Indian Premier League (IPL) and the Women's Premier League (WPL). JioStar India Private Limited (JioStar), which holds the underlying rights, has for ... read..


IPL 2026: DC's Ngidi, Natarajan restrict LSG to 141 runs in Lucknow
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 1, 2026 10:22:34 PM IST
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) was bowled out for 141 runs in their opening match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 against Delhi Capitals (DC) here on Wednesday. ... read..


Former Tennis legend Leander Paes meets PM Modi in New DelhI
New Delhi | April 1, 2026 10:22:21 PM IST
Olympic medalist and former Tennis star Leander Paes met Prime Minister Narendra Modi just a day after joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in New Delhi on Wednesday. ... read..


Iraq seal historic return to FIFA World Cup 2026 with 2-1 victory over Bolivia
Monterrey | April 1, 2026 9:52:19 PM IST
Iraq booked their place at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after edging past Bolivia 2-1 in a decisive intercontinental playoff, marking their return to football's biggest stage after nearly four decades. ... read..


District Level Sports School Scheme prepares Gujarat's athletes for national, international level competitions
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | April 1, 2026 9:22:08 PM IST
Discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork are values learnt on the playground rather than from textbooks. With the belief that sports are essential for the all-round development of an individual, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the District Level Sport ... read..


Haryana State Armwrestling Championship 2026 concludes in Palwal; Satnam Singh crowned champion
Palwal (Haryana) | April 1, 2026 8:52:27 PM IST
The Haryana State Armwrestling Championship 2026 was successfully held on March 30 at the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Indoor Stadium in Palwal, bringing together over 250 athletes from across the state in a showcase of strength, skill and armwrestling exce ... read..


"Looked up to him as mentor": Cooper Connolly on following in footsteps of Shaun Marsh at IPL
New Chandigarh (Punjab) | April 1, 2026 8:22:01 PM IST
Cooper Connolly opened up on his dream debut in the Indian Premier League (IPL), where he guided Punjab Kings (PBKS) to a thrilling three-wicket win over Gujarat Titans in both teams' first game of the tournament on Tuesday. ... read..


IPL 2026: DC win toss, choose to bowl first against LSG at Lucknow
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 1, 2026 7:51:57 PM IST
Delhi Capitals (DC) won the toss and opted to bowl first against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their first match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season on Wednesday at Lucknow's Ekana Stadium. ... read..


Chhattisgarh: Abujhmarh's Ramkrishna Mission Ashram's football academy players shine at KITG
Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | April 1, 2026 6:22:18 PM IST
Established in 1986 with the aim of uplifting tribal communities from the remote Abujhmarh region of Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district, the Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Ashram has quietly grown into an unlikely cradle for football talent. ... read..


Aakash Chopra praises PBKS's bowling, Iyer's captaincy and Connolly's batting after win over GT
New Chandigarh (Punjab) | April 1, 2026 6:52:33 PM IST
Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra hailed Punjab Kings' (PBKS) win against Gujarat Titans (GT) in their frst match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season. He highlighted PBKS' bowling and Shreyas Iyer's captaincy and Cooper Connolly's innings w ... read..


Asian Boxing Championships: Vishvanath Suresh, Sachin register impressive wins, set up crucial next bouts
Ulaanbaatar | April 1, 2026 5:51:34 PM IST
India's Vishvanath Suresh and Sachin registered impressive wins on Day 3 of the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 here in Ulaanbaatar on Wednesday. ... read..


India's esports powerhouses S8UL, GodLike to represent nation on global stage at EWC 2026
Riyadh | April 1, 2026 5:51:33 PM IST
The Esports Foundation (EF) today announced that S8UL and GodLike Esports, two of India's leading esports clubs, have been selected for the 2026 Esports Foundation Club Partner Program, joining 40 leading esports organisations as part of a global initiati ... read..


South Africa's Connor Esterhuizen climbs to 39th in latest ICC Men's T20I Player Rankings
New Delhi | April 1, 2026 3:21:57 PM IST
South Africa batter Connor Esterhuizen has made a remarkable jump in the latest ICC Men's T20I Player Rankings following his stellar performances in the recent five-match T20I series against New Zealand. Esterhuizen rose from outside the top 100 in the T2 ... read..


Young Tigresses set for stern test against Japan in U20 Asian Cup opener
Pathum Thani | April 1, 2026 3:21:47 PM IST
The Indian U20 women's national team are set to kick off their AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026 campaign against Japan on Thursday, April 2, as the Young Tigresses end their 20-year wait to play in the tournament. ... read..


India to tour Zimbabwe for three-match T20I series in July
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 1, 2026 2:52:16 PM IST
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Wednesday announced the senior men's schedule for the away three-match T20I series in July. ... read..


Puja Tomar eyes crucial strawweight win at UFC Macau, boosts India's MMA presence
New Delhi | April 1, 2026 2:22:33 PM IST
India's Puja Tomar is set to return to the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) on May 29 for a crucial strawweight bout against China's Shi Ming at the Galaxy Arena in Macau, marking another significant milestone in India's growing footprint in global mi ... read..


Naveen Kumar credits family support for kickstarting kabaddi journey
By Utkarsh Rathour

Bellary (Karnataka) | April 1, 2026 1:52:19 PM IST
Indian kabaddi player Naveen Kumar has credited his family support as the primary motivation for his journey into the sport. ... read..


Jaideep Dahiya hails Inspire Institute of Sport as top training hub for kabaddi
By Utkarsh Rathour

Bellary (Karnataka) | April 1, 2026 1:21:57 PM IST
Indian kabaddi star Jaideep Dahiya has praised the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) in Bellary for providing world-class facilities and training, calling it the best sports centre in India for Kabaddi players. ... read..


2nd ODI: Amelia Kerr's unbeaten 179 powers New Zealand Women to record ODI chase against South Africa
Wellington | April 1, 2026 12:52:00 PM IST
A sensational display of batting by skipper Amelia Kerr as her side, New Zealand Women, scripted history in the second ODI against South Africa Women, achieving the highest successful run chase in women's ODI history at the Basin Reserve to level their th ... read..


"Great feeling:" Kartik Karkera on representing India in upcoming Asian Games
Gurugram (Haryana) | April 1, 2026 11:52:09 AM IST
Indian marathon athlete Kartik Karkera expressed his pride and determination as he prepares to represent the country in the upcoming Asian Games 2026. ... read..


IPL 2026: PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer fined Rs 12 lakh for slow over-rate against GT
Mullanpur (Punjab) | April 1, 2026 10:22:59 AM IST
Punjab Kings (PBKS) skipper Shreyas Iyer was fined Rs 12 lakh on Wednesday for a slow over-rate during their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 match against Gujarat Titans (GT) at the New International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh, according to an offic ... read..


PBKS' Cooper Connolly joins elite IPL debut scorers with 72* vs GT
Mullanpur (Punjab) | April 1, 2026 9:52:38 AM IST
Australian cricketer Cooper Connolly made a sensational Indian Premier League (IPL) debut for Punjab Kings (PBKS) against Gujarat Titans in Mullanpur, scoring an unbeaten 72 and earning a spot among the league's top debut performers. ... read..


"Stepping away to seek treatment": Tiger Woods acknowledges need to focus on health after DUI arrest
Florida | April 1, 2026 9:22:14 AM IST
15-time major champion Golf icon Tiger Woods has released an official statement that he is stepping away from competitive golf to seek treatment and focus on his health following his arrest last week. ... read..


"PBKS bowled cleverly in final overs: GT assistant coach Parthiv Patel reflect's on his side loss
Mullanpur (Punjab) | April 1, 2026 8:52:12 AM IST
Gujarat Titans (GT) assistant coach Parthiv Patel attributed the team's narrow defeat against Punjab Kings (PBKS) to a combination of changing pitch conditions and clever bowling from the hosts in the final overs. ... read..


Australia announce its central contract list for men's 2026/27 season
Melbourne | April 1, 2026 8:52:05 AM IST
Cricket Australia (CA) on Wednesday announced its central contract list for the upcoming men's 2026/27 season, as per the International Cricket Council (ICC). ... read..


Blue Colts fall narrowly to Tajikistan in U23 Tri-Nation Championship decider
Yupia (Arunachal Pradesh) | April 1, 2026 8:51:58 AM IST
The India U23 men's national team went down 0-1 against Tajikistan in the deciding fixture of the U23 Tri-Nation Championship 2026 at the Golden Jubilee Stadium, Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh, on Tuesday, according to All India Football Federation (AIFF). ... read..


Italy miss third straight FIFA World Cup after Bosnia clinch shootout win
Zenica | April 1, 2026 8:21:47 AM IST
In a stunning turn of events during the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers final, Italy suffered a heartbreaking exit from the World Cup qualification race after losing to Bosnia and Herzegovina in a tense penalty shootout (4-1), marking their third consecutive fa ... read..


PBKS skipper Iyer says wrist is "same as before" despite nasty hit against GT
Mullanpur (Punjab) | April 1, 2026 1:52:09 AM IST
Following his side's win over the Gujarat Titans (GT), Punjab Kings (PBKS) skipper Shreyas Iyer gave an update following a nasty hit on his wrist and hailed debutant Cooper Connolly's composed, well-paced knock which took the last year's runners-up to the ... read..


"180 was the target..": GT skipper Gill on par score at Mullanpur following loss to PBKS
Mullanpur (Punjab) | April 1, 2026 1:52:01 AM IST
Following his side's loss to Punjab Kings (PBKS) despite a valiant bowling effort, Gujarat Titans (GT) skipper Shubman Gill pointed that 175-180 runs would have been an ideal target at Mullanpur and also spoke on the IPL debut of Rajasthan pacer Ashok Sha ... read..


"Rishabh Pant is at his best": LSG coach ahead of team's campaign opener against Delhi Capitals
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | March 31, 2026 11:21:54 PM IST
Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) campaign opener against Delhi Capitals (DC) at Lucknow, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) head coach Justin Langer expressed optimism about captain Rishabh Pant turning a new leaf this season after a poor 2025 IPL wit ... read..


India end Asian Cup qualifiers on a high with win in Kochi
Kochi (Kerala) | March 31, 2026 11:21:47 PM IST
India ended their wait for a win at Kochi, edging past Hong Kong 2-1 to end the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifiers final round Group C campaign on a high at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Tuesday. ... read..


India Sporting Goods Fair opens; Sports Secretary calls efforts to position India as global hub of sports goods manufacturing
New Delhi | March 31, 2026 10:52:30 PM IST
India aims to scale sports goods exports from approximately Rs 3,000 crore to Rs 80,000 crore and manufacturers should dream big and adopt a forward-looking approach driven by innovation, Sports Secretary Hari Ranjan Rao has said. ... read..


Langer confirms Mayank Yadav's fitness ahead of LSG's IPL opener against DC
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | March 31, 2026 10:52:16 PM IST
Ahead of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) IPL campaign opener against Delhi Capitals (DC), LSG head coach Justin Langer said that pacers Mayank Yadav and Naman Tiwari are fit to play and praised them as "exciting prospects". ... read..


CSA central contracts: Miller, Dussen left out; Brevis, Baartman, Breetzke get maiden deals
Johannesburg | March 31, 2026 10:21:58 PM IST
Veterans David Miller and Rassie Van der Dussen were dropped from hybrid contracts while names like Ottneil Baartman, Corbin Bosch, Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis and Karabo Meso earned their first contracts following the announcement of 18 centrally-con ... read..


IPL 2026: Vyshak, Chahal, Jansen help PBKS restrict GT to modest 162/6
Mullanpur (Punjab) | March 31, 2026 9:51:54 PM IST
Bowling spells from Vijaykumar Vyshak and Yuzi Chahal helped Punjab Kings stop Gujarat Titans from putting up big partnerships, restricting them to 162/6 in 20 overs in their Indian Premier League (IPL) opener at Mullanpur on Tuesday. ... read..


ITTF World Cup: Manika Batra, Sreeja Akula produce contrasting outings
Macau | March 31, 2026 9:22:13 PM IST
The Indian table tennis stars Manika Batra and Sreeja Akula had contrasting outings on day two of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) World Cup 2026 in Macau on Tuesday. ... read..


UP Prometheans join Ultimate Table Tennis as new franchise for season 7
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 31, 2026 9:22:00 PM IST
Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) is set to add a strong new Uttar Pradesh flavour to Season 7 with the inclusion of UP Prometheans, bringing the energy and sporting passion of India's heartland into the league's mix. ... read..


Sports a powerful instrument of empowerment: Khadse at Khelo India Tribal Games
Jagdalpur (Chhattisgarh) | March 31, 2026 8:51:57 PM IST
Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports, Raksha Nikhil Khadse, on Tuesday visited the venues of the 1st edition of Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) 2026 being held across Raipur, Jagdalpur and Sarguja from March 25 to April 3, 2026, and desc ... read..


Anahat, Abhay Singh secure top honours at ASF Awards 2025
New Delhi | March 31, 2026 8:51:50 PM IST
India's squash stars, Anahat Singh and Abhay Singh secured the top awards, the Asian Squash Federation (ASF) Player of the Year honour in men's and women's categories in the ASF Awards 2025 on Tuesday. ... read..


"He's a very important player," Portugal coach speaks on Ronaldo's status for FIFA WC amid injury struggle
Atlanta | March 31, 2026 7:52:05 PM IST
The Portugal head coach, Robert Martinez, has said that legendary footballer Cristiano Ronaldo remains important in the national team's plans heading into the FIFA World Cup despite injury. ... read..


"Boys are in good space": DC pacer Dushmantha Chameera ahead of LSG clash in IPL 2026
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | March 31, 2026 7:52:01 PM IST
Delhi Capitals (DC) pace spearhead Dushmantha Chameera, on Tuesday, expressed confidence ahead of his team's Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 encounter against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), citing focused preparations and positive team morale. ... read..


IPL 2026: PBKS wins toss, elects to field first against GT in campaign opener
Mullanpur (Punjab) | March 31, 2026 7:51:59 PM IST
Punjab Kings (PBKS) captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to field first against Gujarat Titans (GT) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) campaign opener at New Chandigarh in Punjab on Tuesday. ... read..


Fakhar Zaman receives two-match ban in PSL for ball tampering
Lahore | March 31, 2026 7:22:53 PM IST
Pakistan and Lahore Qalandars batter Fakhar Zaman has been handed a two-match ban after being found guilty of tampering with the condition of the ball during the franchise's Pakistan Super League (PSL) clash against Karachi Kings on Sunday. ... read..


KITG 2026: Jharkhand's Shiv Kumar, Prithvi Oraon shine in Athletics on Day 7
Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | March 31, 2026 7:22:05 PM IST
Shiv Kumar Soren and Prithvi Oraon, both from Jharkhand, were crowned the fastest men and women athletes in the inaugural edition of the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 at the Kreeda Parisar ground in Jagdalpur on Tuesday. ... read..


Will GT skipper Gill continue strong away IPL run this season?
New Chandigarh (Punjab) | March 31, 2026 6:52:07 PM IST
Gujarat Titans (GT) skipper and Indian opener Shubman Gill will be entering perhaps his most important Indian Premier League (IPL) season, with one eye on the trophy and the other on a return to T20I set-up for Team India. ... read..


IPL 2026: Will PBKS skipper Iyer end dry run at home in campaign opener?
New Chandigarh (Punjab) | March 31, 2026 6:52:02 PM IST
Punjab Kings (PBKS) captain Shreyas Iyer will be aiming to overcome a tough run at home in the previous season and make it count at New Chandigarh in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 opener against Gujarat Titans (GT). ... read..


Suraj Mashi bagged men's 5000m silver medal with borrowed spikes in Khelo India Tribal Games
Jagdalpur (Chattisgarh) | March 31, 2026 6:51:59 PM IST
In a remarkable display of determination, Suraj Mashi clinched the silver medal in the men's 5000m event at the Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG), competing despite wearing borrowed spikes. ... read..


Inaugural Little Andaman Pro to kick off India's surfing season as Asian Games debut beckons
Port Blair (Andaman and Nicobar Islands) | March 31, 2026 6:51:57 PM IST
Surfing Federation of India (SFI), the governing body for the sport of surfing in India, announced India's 2026 surfing season opener, Little Andaman Pro 2026 - National Surf & SUP Championship, scheduled from April 9-12. ... read..


Confident Blue Colts ready to face Bhutan in SAFF U20 C'ship semi-final
Male | March 31, 2026 6:51:53 PM IST
Defending champions India will look to rise to the occasion when they take on Bhutan in the semi-finals of the SAFF U20 Championship at the National Stadium in Male, Maldives, on Wednesday, April 1. The match will kick off at 21:00 IST, according to the A ... read..


McDonald backs Green as Australia's long-term option; speaks on gigantic expectations around all-rounders
Melbourne | March 31, 2026 5:22:16 PM IST
Australian head coach Andrew McDonald has backed all-rounder Cameron Green as a long-term option for the Aussies and opened up about the expectations fans have from all-rounders. ... read..


Asian Boxing Championships: Priya dominates; Jadumani puts up spritited show against world number 1 seed
Ulaanbaatar | March 31, 2026 4:51:48 PM IST
India's Priya registered a dominant 5:0 win while Jadumani Singh pushed the top seed to the wire on Day 2 of the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 in Ulaanbaatar. ... read..


"Nandre's line, length was impeccable, he stuck to....": Karim on RR pacer after win over CSK
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 31, 2026 4:51:46 PM IST
Following the Rajasthan Royals (RR) win over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) opener, former Indian cricketer Saba Karim hailed South African pace Nandre Burger for his scorching opening spell, pointing out how he stuck with ... read..


Season 2 of Canada Super 60 to take place from September 29-October 4
Vancouver | March 31, 2026 4:22:09 PM IST
The Canada Super 60 League is set to return for its highly anticipated second season from September 29 to October 4, 2026, at the iconic BC Place Stadium in Vancouver. ... read..


"Vaibhav Suryavanshi has a very fearless mindset": Ravindra Jadeja
Guwahati (Assam) | March 31, 2026 3:23:17 PM IST
Rajasthan Royals' (RR) all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja praised young batting sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi for his fearless and aggressive approach, saying he bats the same way in the nets as he does in matches. ... read..


Georgia Voll, Amelia Kerr rise to No.1 in ICC Women's T20I rankings
New Delhi | March 31, 2026 3:22:34 PM IST
There's been a massive shakeup at the top of the ICC Women's T20I Player Rankings less than three months out from the start of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup as two young stars of the game rise to the pinnacle following some impressive efforts around the w ... read..


Jharkhand wrestler Poonam's inspiring comeback ends 9-year wait for gold
Ambikapur (Chhattisgarh) | March 31, 2026 2:57:00 PM IST
In a physically demanding sport like wrestling, where peak fitness is essential, stepping onto the mat with an injured shoulder is a significant risk. However, for Jharkhand wrestler Poonam Oraon that risk looked like an opportunity, which she seized to c ... read..


Preview: 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship 2026
Rajgir (Bihar) | March 31, 2026 2:56:57 PM IST
The stage is set for the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship 2026, which will commence on April 1 at the Rajgir Hockey Stadium in Bihar. ... read..


"There was something for bowlers": Anil Kumble decodes RR pacers' early impact on Samson
Assam (Guwahati) | March 31, 2026 12:52:04 PM IST
Former India captain Anil Kumble dissected Rajasthan Royals' (RR) clinical new-ball bowling display against Sanju Samson, highlighting how the opening spells set the tone in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash against Chennai Super Kings (CSK). ... read..


"Very emotional": Ravindra Jadeja reflects on his exit from five-time IPL champions CSK
New Delhi | March 31, 2026 12:21:57 PM IST
Rajasthan Royals' (RR) star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja described his exit from Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as emotional after a long and successful stint, but said he has accepted the change as part of his journey. ... read..


"Scientific training and recovery key to performance": Sonali Shingate on India camp ahead of Asian Games
Bellary (Karnataka) | March 31, 2026 12:21:54 PM IST
As India's women's kabaddi probables continue their high-performance camp at the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) Bellary, experienced all-rounder Sonali Shingate believes the shift towards structured strength and conditioning is a significant step forwar ... read..


Haryana Steelers Academy win inaugural HS Cup as franchise strengthens grassroots pathway
Rohtak (Haryana) | March 31, 2026 12:21:47 PM IST
The Haryana Steelers Academy emerged victorious at the inaugural Haryana Steelers Cup (HS Cup) by defeating Sports Centre Geong at the BRS Kabaddi Academy in Dighal on March 29. ... read..


PSL: Lahore Qalandars fines Shaheen Afridi PKR 1 Million over hotel security breach
Lahore | March 31, 2026 12:21:37 PM IST
Lahore Qalandars have imposed a fine of PKR 1 million (approx. USD 3,600) on captain Shaheen Shah Afridi following an incident in which Punjab police accused him of breaching security protocols at the team hotel. ... read..


Khele Sanand Season 3 comes to a rousing end with Andej, DG School being crowned U-14 Kabaddi champions
Sanand (Gujarat) | March 31, 2026 11:51:29 AM IST
The Khele Sanand Season 3 came to a rousing end on March 30 as the Andej boys' team and the DG School girls' team were crowned as U-14 Kabaddi champions. ... read..


Jadeja surpasses Malinga to become 9th highest wicket taker in IPL
Guwahati (Assam) | March 31, 2026 11:21:27 AM IST
Rajasthan Royals' (RR) star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja surpassed legendary speedster Lasith Malinga to become the 9th highest wicket taker in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL). ... read..


Really happy to have Vaibhav Suryavanshi in my team, says Riyan Parag after RR's star batters 15-ball fifty against CSK
Guwahati (Assam) | March 31, 2026 10:51:17 AM IST
Rajasthan Royals (RR) skipper Riyan Parag expressed his amazement at Vaibhav Suryavanshi's explosive 15-ball fifty against the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 opener, saying even he and Dhruv Jurel were stunned watching ... read..


"Rajasthan Royals outplayed us": CSK batting coach Michael Hussey on their IPL 2026 opener
Guwahati (Assam) | March 31, 2026 9:51:30 AM IST
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batting coach Michael Hussey admitted his side was outplayed by Rajasthan Royals (RR) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 opener on Monday in Guwahati. ... read..


Australia batter Jake Weatherald joins Leicestershire for County Championship stint
London | March 31, 2026 9:21:45 AM IST
Australia's Ashes-winning opening batter, Jake Weatherald, has joined Leicestershire for the opening block of County Championship fixtures. ... read..


New Zealand recall pace trio for Bangladesh Tour; Latham to lead in Santner's absence
New Delhi | March 31, 2026 8:51:52 AM IST
New Zealand have called their pace trio Matt Fisher, Will O'Rourke and Blair Tickner for the upcoming white-ball series against Bangladesh next month. ... read..


West Indies fined 10% match fee after slow over-rate in first ODI vs Australia
New Delhi | March 31, 2026 8:51:44 AM IST
West Indies have been fined 10 per cent of their match fee for a slow over-rate during their first Women's ODI against Australia in St. Kitts on Friday. ... read..


"See you in Las Vegas": John Cena to host Wrestlemania 42
New York | March 31, 2026 2:21:59 AM IST
World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) icon and actor John Cena announced on Monday that he would make a return to the company to host its showpiece wrestling event, Wrestlemania 42, at Las Vegas. ... read..


IPL 2026: RR beat CSK by eight wickets; Archer, Jadeja, Burger, Suryavanshi shine
Guwahati (Assam) | March 30, 2026 11:51:35 PM IST
Fiery bowling spells from Jofra Archer, Ravindra Jadeja and Nandre Burger and a sensational half-century from Vaibhav Suryavanshi helped Rajasthan Royals (RR) to an eight-wicket win over five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their Indian Premie ... read..


Matthew Hayden praises Shubman Gill's leadership ahead of IPL clash against PBKS
New Chandigarh (Punjab) | March 30, 2026 11:51:30 PM IST
Gujarat Titans' (GT) batting coach Matthew Hayden hailed the team's captain, Shubman Gill, ahead of the side's first match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, against Punjab Kings (PBKS) on Tuesday. ... read..


Our MLAs, MPs will be provided three tickets for RCB's IPL matches: Karnataka Deputy CM Shivkumar
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 30, 2026 11:21:36 PM IST
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivkumar said that three tickets for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) matches in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) will be provided to the MLAs and MPs. ... read..


"Culprit is me, not Shaheen": Sikandar Raza clears air on PSL 'security breach'
Lahore | March 30, 2026 11:21:34 PM IST
Zimbabwe all-rounder Sikandar Raza broke his silence on him and Lahore Qalandars teammate Shaheen Shah Afridi being accused of a security breach by allowing four "unauthorised" people in the team's hotel room, saying that they were his long-time friends, ... read..


AIFF accuses Executive Member of putting "sustained pressure" for inclusion of Churchill Brothers in ISL
New Delhi | March 30, 2026 11:21:30 PM IST
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) alleged that the Alemao family, particularly Valanka Alemao, the Executive Committee member of the football's governing body and CEO of Churchill Brothers FC, had put "sustained pressure" on the AIFF for the team's ... read..


Joakim Alexandersson names India's 23-member squad for AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup
New Delhi | March 30, 2026 11:21:29 PM IST
Indian U20 women's football team head coach Joakim Alexandersson has named the Young Tigresses' 23-member squad for the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026. ... read..


IPL 2026: Burger, Archer and Jadeja help RR bundle CSK out for 127 in 19.4 overs
Guwahati (Assam) | March 30, 2026 10:21:31 PM IST
The Rajasthan Royals' (RR) bowling unit, led by Nandre Burger and Jofra Archer, along with Ravindra Jadeja, left Chennai Super Kings (CSK) with no answers in the first innings of their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season opener at the Barsapara Cricke ... read..


KITG: Arunachal's Nedi Ngi, Maharashtra's Govind Padekar win 5000m gold medals
Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | March 30, 2026 10:21:17 PM IST
Arunachal Pradesh's middle-distance runner Nedi Ngi clinched the women's 5000m gold while Maharashtra completed an impressive one-two finish on the podium in the men's category before unseasonal rains forced the organisers to cancel the evening session on ... read..


"Nil-nil for everybody": PBKS coach Ponting eyes fresh start ahead of IPL 2026
New Chandigarh (Punjab) | March 30, 2026 9:51:42 PM IST
Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season opener against the Gujarat Titans (GT), the Punjab Kings (PBKS) head coach Ricky Ponting said that the team has to start all over again after a memorable runners-up finish last year and highlighted the ... read..


Mihika, Arjun, Dhiren to lead charge as IPA announces squad for US Open
New Delhi | March 30, 2026 9:51:40 PM IST
The Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) has announced the Indian squad that will head to the US Open 2026 held in Naples, Florida from April 9 to 18. The lineup features a powerful mix of reigning National Champions and rising stars who have dominated the ... read..


Green suffering from lower-back injury, aims to resume bowling after 10-12 days: CA spokesperson
Wankhede (Mumbai) | March 30, 2026 9:21:43 PM IST
Cricket Australia (CA) on Monday confirmed that all-rounder Cameron Green, representing Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) is recovering from a lower-back injury and is currently rebuilding his bowling workload with an aim to return to his full capacities as an ... read..


CSK breaks 277-match streak, to play first-ever match without Dhoni or Raina in playing XI
Guwahati (Assam) | March 30, 2026 7:52:25 PM IST
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 campaign opener against Rajasthan Royals will mark the first-time ever that the iconic Yellow franchise will take to the field without either of their two icons, Suresh Raina and MS Dhoni. ... read..


Sheffield Shield 2025-26: South Australia defeat Victoria by 56 runs in final to defend their title
Melbourne | March 30, 2026 7:52:23 PM IST
South Australia pulled off a stunning turnaround at Junction Oval in Melbourne to defeat Victoria by 56 runs in the Sheffield Shield 2025-26 final on Sunday and secure back-to-back titles. ... read..


IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals win toss, opt to bowl first against Chennai Super Kings
Guwahati (Assam) | March 30, 2026 7:51:56 PM IST
Rajasthan Royals (RR) won the toss and opted to bowl first against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their first match of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season on Monday at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium here. ... read..


IPL 2026: Jadeja 15 runs away from joining Hardik in elite all-rounder company
Guwahati (Assam) | March 30, 2026 7:21:35 PM IST
Rajasthan Royals (RR) all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is 15 runs short of a special record during his side's Indian Premier League (IPL) opener against his former franchise Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Monday. ... read..


Leaving her four-year-old daughter behind, Pallavi Payeng bags silver in Khelo India Tribal Games
Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | March 30, 2026 6:52:03 PM IST
When Pallavi Payeng's daughter was just six months old, the weightlifter had to make a difficult choice to either leave the sport she loved so much or sacrifice her time with her daughter and go back to training. ... read..


Preeti Pawar, Deepak open India's campaign with strong wins at Asian Boxing Championships 2026
Ulaanbaatar | March 30, 2026 6:51:52 PM IST
India's Preeti Pawar and Deepak made an impressive start at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 in Mongolia, registering hard-fought victories against quality opposition on Monday. ... read..


"He always liked to attack....": Suryavanshi's coach speaks on 15-year-old's academy grind before IPL
Guwahati (Assam) | March 30, 2026 5:52:05 PM IST
Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) opener, Rajasthan Royals batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi's childhood coach Manish Ojha spoke on his pupil's grind in the academy days, which made the 15-year-old the six-hitting prodigy he has become heading into the la ... read..


US GP 2026: Marco Bezzecchi wins 5th GP in a row, becomes third Italian rider ever to do it
Texas | March 30, 2026 5:51:42 PM IST
Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia Racing) has won his fifth Grand Prix in a row, only the third Italian rider ever to do it and has won the first three GPs of a season for the first time since Marc Marquez did it in 2014. It was also an Aprilia 1-2 for the second ... read..


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