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PM Modi writes to PR Sreejesh, congratulates for outstanding performance at Paris Olympics

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote to former Hockey India goalkeeper PR Sreejesh for his "outstanding performance" at the recently concluded Paris Olympics.

Global Chess League provides a unique opportunity to bond with new minds, says Arjun Erigaisi

Arjun Erigaisi has been creating waves this year with a career-best ranking. He ascended to World number 4 in the FIDE world ratings in June this year after beating France's ...

Irani Cup to be played in Lucknow from Oct 1-5

The 2024/25 Irani Cup game, which was supposed to be held in Mumbai from October 1 to 5, has been shifted to Lucknow. The match will be played between current Ranji Trophy winners...

Asian Hockey Champions Trophy: Pakistan register 2-1 win over Japan

Unbeaten Pakistan played valiantly to register their first victory in the Hero Asian Champions Trophy by beating Japan 2-1 here at the Moqi Hockey Training Base on Wednesday.

Fraser-McGurk doesn't need to prove that he's good enough at this level: Marsh

Australia captain Mitchell Marsh said young Jake Fraser-McGurk doesn't need to prove that he's good enough to play international cricket ahead of the T20Is against Engla...

Everyone must perform at their best in women's T20 WC, says NZ assistant coach McMillan

New Zealand assistant coach Craig McMillan believes everyone needs to do their job to the best of their abilities if they are to go all the way to the trophy at the next month...

'Bumrah ko God ne alag he banaya hai, Rohit bhaiya manages things so well', says pacer Akash Deep

India fast bowler Akash Deep has hailed pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, saying "he has been uniquely crafted by God" and it's really tough to follow his actions.

Marsh unlikely to bowl in upcoming three T20Is against England

Australia captain Mitchell Marsh said it is highly unlikely that he will bowl in the upcoming three-match T20I series against England, citing the wealth of all-round options in th...

AFG-NZ Test: Persistent rain forces Day 3 to be called off

Persistent rain has forced day three of the one-off Test between Afghanistan and New Zealand being called off without a ball being bowled at the Shahid Vijay Singh Pathik Sport Co...

USA name Pochettino as head coach of men's soccer team

Mauricio Pochettino has been named as the head coach of the US men's national soccer team. He will lead the team into the FIFA World Cup 2026 on home soil.

Moeen Ali feels Brendon McCullum helps Jos Buttler to bring best of him

Former England cricketer Moeen Ali said that head coach Brendon McCullum would help white-ball skipper Jos Buttler bring out the best in him.

McCullum heaps praise on Buttler, calls him greatest white-ball player England ever had

England head coach Brendon McCullum showered praise on Jos Buttler and called him one of the greatest white-ball players the Three Lions ever had.

We're excited about the T20 WC: New Zealand assistant coach McMillan

After New Zealand announced their squad for the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup, assistant coach Craig McMillan said he is excited about the ICC tournament.

Karnataka's Hashika breaks 13-year-old record on 1st day of 77th Senior National Aquatic C'ships 2024

The 77th Senior National Aquatic Championships 2024 began with a splash at the International Aquatic Complex in Mangaluru. 10 events were conducted on the first day, which also sa...

Diego Gomez strikes as Paraguay stun Brazil in World Cup qualifier

For the first time since June 2008, Paraguay defeated Brazil in a World Cup qualifier, as they edged the five-time world champions 1-0. Diego Gomez supplied the fireworks with a s...

PM Modi pens 'heart-warming letter' to hockey stalwart Sreejesh on his retirement

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote a letter to former Indian hockey stalwart PR Sreejesh to convey an appreciation for his "monumental contributions" to Indian hockey.

UEFA Nations League: Kane inspires England as Netherlands, Germany draw thriller

Skipper Harry Kane marked his 100th appearance for England with two superb goals as interim manager Lee Carsley made it two wins in two at the UEFA Nations League.

Rodriguez inspires Colombia to victory over Argentina

James Rodriguez scored one goal and set up another as Colombia clinched a 2-1 home victory over Argentina in their World Cup qualifier here on Tuesday.

AIFF to have independent inquiry into contract renewal process of former head coach Igor Stimac

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has called for an independent inquiry into the internal procedures that were followed and the personnel that were involved in former head ...

Stokes returns, two uncapped players feature in England's 17-player squad for Pakistan Test tour

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced a 17-player squad for their Test tour of Pakistan in October.

He has pace, swing, ability to move ball both ways: Sri Lanka bowling coach lauds pacer Asitha Fernando

Sri Lankan bowling coach Aaqib Javed expressed that pacer Asitha Fernando has potential to be the "greatest-ever fast bowler" for his country following his heroics on th...

Three uncapped players named in England's playing XI for first T20I against Australia

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) named the playing XI on the eve of the first T20I against Australia at Utilita Bowl in Southampton on Wednesday.

From Perera to Burl: NY Lagos Strikers announce 16-member squad for Zim Afro T10 tournament

The NY Lagos Strikers announced the complete 16-member squad for participation at the Zim Afro T10 tournament.

Mumbai City FC head coach Petr Kratky expects tough competition in upcoming Indian Super League season

Mumbai City FC head coach Petr Kratky is looking forward to a much stronger competition for his side in the Indian Super League (ISL) this season as his team looks to defend their...

Hong Kong Open 2024: Treesa-Gayatri breeze past in Round of 16, Chirag suffers early exit

India shuttler duo Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand stormed into the round of 16 in the women's doubles event, while, Chirag Sen and Manav Choudhary suffered an early exit ...

Bangladesh batter Litton Das wary of India's SG balls ahead of Test series

Bangladesh batter Litton Das revealed that the team is trying to get used to the SG balls and the way they behave ahead of their upcoming two-match Test series against India.

Bangladesh batter Litton Das wary of India's SG balls ahead of Test series

Bangladesh batter Litton Das revealed that the team is trying to get used to the SG balls and the way they behave ahead of their upcoming two-match Test series against India.

Mansukh Mandaviya felicitates India's Paralympic champions for their historic success in Paris

The Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, along with the Union Minister, Raksha Khadse, felicitated members of the Indian Paralympic contingent here in th...

FIH president Tayyab Ikram meets Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi

President of the International Hockey Federation, Tayyab Ikram, met Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at the Odisha Legislative Assembly.

2024 Indian Racing Festival returns to Madras International Circuit for round three following Chennai night race success

The 2024 Indian Racing Festival (IRF) will return to the Madras International Circuit (MIC) for Round 3 of the Indian Racing League (IRL) and Formula 4 Indian Championship (F4IC),...

Looks like I was right: Ralf Rangnick reaffirms his open heart operation stance on Manchester United

Austria head coach Ralf Rangnick took a dig at his former side, Manchester United, by reaffirming his stance that he made two years ago about the club needing an "open heart ...

England players rise in recent ICC Women's ODI rankings

A host of England players made ground in the latest International Cricket Council's (ICC) Women's ODI rankings following their eye-catching performances in the ongoing 5...

Architect of 1998 Test win at Oval, Sri Lanka interim coach Jayasuriya compares two famous victories

Sri Lanka's interim head coach, Sanath Jayasuriya, compared their two famous Test wins against England at the Oval. While comparing the two victories, the former batting maes...

Support comes only after success, says HIPSA chief as India gears for Global Pravasi Women's Kabaddi League

Be it the Olympics, Paralympics, Hockey, or Cricket, over the past few decades, women in India have made remarkable strides in sports, breaking barriers and redefining the norms. ...

Jr Men's National: Hockey MP beat Chhattisgarh, UP thrash Chandigarh

Day 2 of the 14th Hockey India Junior Men National Championship 2024 saw thrilling action as Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal, Manipur, Mizoram and Punjab put their strong ...

Impressive India ready for Malaysia in Asian Champions Trophy hockey

Riding on two impressive wins, India will look to extend that streak when they take on Malaysia on Thursday in the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament.

Golf: Strong field to challenge Hitaashee, Tvesa, Sneha in 11th Leg of WPGT

The cream of Indian women's golf will be back in action as the Hero Women's Pro Tour resumes with the 11th Leg at the Delhi Golf Club. The field is huge with 46 players ...

US Premier League franchises announce retained players for Season 3

As excitement builds for Season 3 of the United States Premier League (USPL), teams have finalised their player retention strategies, locking in key talents ahead of the league�...

AIFF'S AGM calls for independent inquiry on Stimac's contract renewal procedures

The Annual General Body meeting of AIFF, which was held following the ExCo meeting in Hyderabad on Monday saw the members discuss the renewal, termination and eventual settlement ...

Virat is an Australian in thoughts and action...: Steve Smith

As the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India draws close, Australian batter Steve Smith opened up on his bond with star India batter Virat Kohli, revealing that they often exchange...

We haven't made any firm decisions: Australia head coach McDonald on Steve Smith's batting spot in Tests

Ahead of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Australia head coach Andrew McDonald said that they haven't made any firm decisions on Steve Smith's batting spot in Test c...

Duleep Trophy round two squads announced; Rinku added as several Indian stars released ahead of Bangladesh series

The squads for second round of ongoing Duleep Trophy starting from September 12 were announced on Tuesday by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), with star players Sh...

Paris Paralympics: Harvinder feels double the happiness following historic gold in archery

India's para-archery gold medalist at Paris Paralympics 2024, Harvinder Singh, said on Tuesday that he feels "double the happiness" after winning the historic medal...

PCI chief coach Satyanarayan calls India's historic Paralympics 2024 medal haul a teamwork

Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) chief coach Satyanarayan lauded the Indian contingent for their historic performance at the Paris Paralympics, calling it a work of "teamw...

It was a difficult tournament, Syria were better....: Indian coach Marquez on poor Intercontinental Cup run

Following India's loss to Syria in the Intercontinental Cup and their poor run in the tournament, head coach Manolo Marquez said that it was a "difficult" competiti...

Performance against England was a big confidence boost: Shubman Gill

Indian batter Shubman Gill said that his performance in the series against England was a huge "confidence boost" for him during a team when he was struggling to be consi...

We have made history: PCI chief Jhajharia on India's record-breaking performance at Paris Paralympics

Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) president Devendra Jhajharia said that India have created history at the Paris Paralympics.

Neeraj's gold removed mental barrier of javelin throwers: Paralympics medalist Ajeet Singh's coach

Rakesh Kumar Yadav, the coach of Paris Paralympics medal winner Ajeet Singh, said that the gold medal of India's world champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra at Tokyo 2020 Ol...

Paralympian Yogesh Kathuniya feels talking to PM Modi motivates athletes to do better

India's Paralympic silver medallist para-athlete Yogesh Kathuniya said on Tuesday that talking to Prime Minister Narendra Modi helped athletes to do better.

It feels good to have defended my title: Sumit Antil after winning gold at Paris Paralympics

Indian Paralympics gold medallist Sumit Antil said on Tuesday that it felt good to defend his title.

Received alot of support in Paris....: India's Chef-de-Mission SP Sangwan on country's historic Paralympics 2024

India's Chef-de-Mission for the recently-concluded Paris Paralympics 2024, Satya Prakash Sangwan, lauded the country's contingent for their historic performances, saying...

Northamptonshire in control after Chahal's fifer at County Championship

India's spinner Yuzvendra Chahal claimed five wickets to his name on Day 2 in the ongoing County Championship match between Northamptonshire and Derbyshire to put his team i...

9-yr-old racer Atiqa Mir picks up nine places at WSK Super Cup Italy

Ace karting champion Atiqa Mir from Kashmir showcased her resilience and racing spirit, despite a weekend fraught with challenges at the prestigious World Series Karting (WSK) Sup...

'Impossible to predict future': ACB reacts following cancellation of 2nd day's play

The second day of the one-off Test match between Afghanistan and New Zealand was also called off without a ball being bowled due to wet outfield at Greater Noida Sports Complex Gr...

China lose to 10-man Saudi Arabia in World Cup qualifier

Hassan Kadish scored two headers, including a late winner, as 10-man Saudi Arabia came from behind to beat China 2-1 here on Tuesday in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifier.

'Real Madrid is the best club in the history of football': Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo's record at Real Madrid is second to none. The Portuguese striker scored 450 goals for the Spanish giants and won the Uefa Champions League four times with ...

All-Northeast clash set in 63rd Subroto Cup Junior Boys final

The final of the 63rd Subroto Cup Junior Boys International Football Tournament will see an all Northeast clash on Wednesday. Myngken Christian Higher Secondary School, Ri-Bhoi, M...

Sports Minister Mandaviya pledges full support to para-athletes after historic Paralympics performance

Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday felicitated the remaining members of the Paris Paralympic contingent upon their return to India. The mini...

Stokes returns as England drop Lawrence for Pakistan Tests

Captain Ben Stokes will return to the side after a hamstring injury ruled him out of the Sri Lanka Tests while Dan Lawrence has been dropped from the 17-member squad for the three...

FIDE announce partnership for 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest

FIDE (International Chess Federation) on Tuesday announced a partnership with Tech Mahindra for the upcoming 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest.