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“Doctor told me to stay away from red-ball cricket”: Rashid Khan’s Test career in…
New Delhi : Afghanistan's premier spinner Rashid Khan revealed that red-ball cricket has been challenging for him due to medical advice to avoid it.
Despite this, he pushed himself to play, even bowling long spells after his back surgery,…
Cricket Australia unveils Women’s Central Contracts for 2026-27 season
Sydney : Cricket Australia has announced its national contract list for the 2026-27 season, naming 18 women's players. Under the MOU between Cricket Australia and the Australian Cricketers' Association, between 15 and 18 female players are…
Hockey India announces 24-member Indian Women’s squad for Argentina tour
New Delhi : Hockey India has announced a 24-member Indian Women's Hockey Team squad for the upcoming tour of Argentina, scheduled from April 13 to 17, 2026, in Buenos Aires.
The four-match exposure tour against the world-class Argentine…
All India Pickleball Association secures key relief in Delhi High Court
New Delhi : The All India Pickleball Association (AIPA) has secured a significant legal breakthrough before the Division Bench of the Delhi High Court, reinforcing its claim for rightful recognition as India's National Sports Federation…
It’s amazing to bat with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: Yashasvi Jaiswal
Guwahati : Rajasthan Royals (RR) star opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal said he enjoys batting with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, highlighting their positive communication and shared aggressive approach. He added that his experience helps him adapt…
India Set to Launch Korfball Premier League (KPL), Marking a New Era for Inclusive Sport
New Delhi: Korfball, the mixed-gender sport is getting relaunched in India, through a bigger plaform Korfball Premier League (KPL) next week here. The sport with a deep-rooted history of international success and presence in 26…
“Our request to FIFA to relocate Iran’s WC games from US to Mexico still valid”:…
Tehran : Iran on Sunday announced that it still awaits guarantees from FIFA for the participation in the 2026 World Cup, adding that their request to shift the games of the marquee tournament from the US to Mexico still stands despite not…
Double Olympic medallist Blanka Vlasic named International Event Ambassador for World 10K Bengaluru…
Bengaluru : Procam International, promoters of the World Athletics Gold Label Race, World 10K Bengaluru 2026 (TCS World 10K), on Monday announced double Olympic medallist and two-time World Champion Blanka Vlasic as the International Event…
“They just stuck to that bad plan”: Ambati Rayudu reflects on CSK’s strategy…
Bengaluru : Former Indian cricketer Ambati Rayudu criticised Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) strategy in their loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru, saying the team clung to a flawed plan without intervention by any senior player.
He suggested…
Sangram Singh becomes first Indian to win MMA fight on Argentine soil
Buenos Aires : India's MMA icon Sangram Singh made history at Buenos Aires by becoming the first Indian to win an MMA fight in Argentina. He demolished French fighter Florian Coudier, 16 years his junior, in just one minute and 45 seconds…
Bhuvneshwar Kumar on brink of 200 IPL wickets ahead of RCB-CSK clash
Bengaluru : Veteran Indian seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar is on the cusp of creating history in the Indian Premier League (IPL) as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) prepare to take on Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in match 11 of the 2026 season at…
Bangladesh Cricket Board Meeting: Mehidy, Litton retained as ODI and T20I captains; Rafique…
Dhaka : The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has reaffirmed its leadership structure and strengthened its coaching setup during the fourth Board of Directors meeting held in Dhaka on Saturday.
In a major decision on Saturday by BCB, Mehidy…
ISL 2025-26: Sunil Chhetri, Namgyal Bhutia strikes help Bengaluru FC beat FC Goa
Panaji : Early and late strikes from captain Sunil Chhetri and Namgyal Bhutia helped Bengaluru FC secure a 2-0 victory over FC Goa in a crucial clash in the race for the top four in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 at the PJN Stadium…
“We were 10-15 runs short”: Deepak Chahar on Mumbai Indians’ 6-wicket loss to…
New Delhi : Mumbai Indians pacer Deepak Chahar admitted that Mumbai Indians (MI) were 10-15 runs short against the Delhi Capitals (DC) in what was the second Indian Premier League (IPL) match for two teams this season. DC defeated MI by six…
“Collective effort”: Ravi Bishnoi after winning Player of the Match in RR’s…
Ahmedabad : After winning the Player of the Match award, leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi credited his preparation and team effort in the Rajasthan Royals' (RR) side's narrow six-run win over the Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Indian Premier League…
“He is picking the length very early”: Cheteshwar Pujara lauds Priyansh Arya’s…
Chennai : Former Indian cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara highlighted Punjab Kings (PBKS) batter Priyansh Arya's exceptional shot-making and awareness, noting that he reads length early and capitalises on both short and full deliveries with equal…
At Khelo India Tribal Games 2026, Siddi wrestlers signal rise of community powerhouse
Ambikapur (Chhattisgarh) : The saying 'talent needs no introduction' found a fitting example at the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026, where wrestlers from Karnataka's Siddi community have made a powerful statement on the mat.
Their success is…
“We looked at many bowlers but missed out”: CSK head coach after failing to defend 210…
Chennai : Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming admitted that during the auction of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, the franchise had considered a wide pool of bowlers but missed out on several who have since found…
“Sanju Samson is a match-winner”: CSK head coach Stephen Fleming
Chennai : Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming backed his side's opening batter, Sanju Samson, as his stint with the five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions came under early scrutiny.
Samson's much-anticipated move…
“SRH bowling unit is not as weak as you think”: Nitish Kumar Reddy, following 65 runs…
Kolkata : Nitish Kumar Reddy dismissed claims that Sunrisers Hyderabad have a weak bowling attack, emphasising that experienced and in-form players like Jaydev Unadkat, Ishan Malinga, and David Payne make the unit strong.
The SRH bowling…