Mumbai: “Great start as captain,” Shreyas Iyer said in a self-deprecating manner after India lost the first T20I to Ireland in Belfast on Friday. Great start it wasn’t, but Iyer wasn’t one to get flustered. He had remained unfazed when Punjab Kings, after looking unbeatable in the first half of IPL 2026, went on to … Read more
Welcome back to day 2 of the Qingdao Grand Prix for another thrilling day of World-class judo. Before the medal matches, a dazzling opening ceremony set the stage. In attendance was International Judo Federation General Treasurer, Dr. Naser AL TAMIMI, Mr. Bian Zhiliang, Honorary Vice President of International Judo Federation, Founder and Chair of the … Read more
Novak Djokovic said Serena Williams, who is making a comeback to the Wimbledon after four years, is training harder than ever as he led the praise for the 44-year-old icon on Saturday. “I see her in the gym more than I have, I think, seen her when she was at her prime,” Djokovic, who is … Read more
The Indian cricket team’s series against Ireland has taken an unexpected turn. Initially, it was anticipated that India would dominate the two-match T20 series. However, the reality has been quite the opposite. Under the captaincy of Shreyas Iyer, the Indian team suffered a 34-run defeat in the first T20 match held in Belfast on Friday. … Read more
Kerala long jumper Ancy Sojan smashed the 22-year-old national record which was in the name of legendary Anju Bobby George on the fourth day of National Inter-State Championships here on Saturday. The 25-year-old Ancy leaped a stunning 6.88m to better the previous national record of 6.83m which Anju created during the 2004 Athens Olympics.
Hyderabad: Hyderabad Heroes edge Chennai Bulls 29-24 in the semifinals of Season 2 of the Rugby Premier League played at the Gachibowli Stadium in Hyderabad on Saturday. “It feels really good to clear the hurdle from last year. Full credit to our coach, DJ Forbes, and the entire squad for playing the brand of rugby that … Read more
Is Washington Sundar a batter who bowls decent off-spin? Or is he specialist off-break bowler who can also contribute a few runs when need be? The question has circulated for some time but the way Indian team management has used the 26-year-old cricketer, it is now being asked openly. Does Gautam Gambhir and his team … Read more
Jannik Sinner shut down questions about the player media protest at Wimbledon as fractures in the group emerged. A number of leading players, including world number ones Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka, have been putting pressure on the grand slams regarding levels of prize money, contributions to player welfare programmes and a meaningful say in decision-making. … Read more
The International Olympic Committee’s newly introduced athlete support grant will provide Olympians with a crucial financial safety net and help them build sustainable careers, according to India’s most decorated Winter Olympian, Shiva Keshavan. According to Olympics.com, the IOC has launched the initiative under its ‘Fit for the Future’ strategic framework, with every Olympian who competes … Read more
In the ongoing Test match between West Indies and Sri Lanka at Antigua, wicketkeeper-batter Amir Jangoo brought up a gritty hundred on Day 3. Notably, he played a vital role in his team’s fightback on Day 2. He remained unbeaten on 78 off 174 balls, while captain Roston Chase supported him with an unbeaten score … Read more