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Phil Salt's comeback will boost RCB's top-order

Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh felicitated archer Jyothi Surekha Vennam after her selection for the upcoming Asian Games, marking her fourth appearance. Surekha thanked the state government for support and expressed confidence of returning with a strong medal-winning performance.

India’s Under-18 women’s hockey team ended their four-match series against Australia with a commanding 4-1 victory in Bhopal on Wednesday. The hosts delivered an impressive all-round performance ahead of the upcoming U-18 Asia Cup, although Australia clinched the series 3-1 overall.

Arsenal have been crowned Premier League champions after Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw by AFC Bournemouth. The result secures the Gunners’ first league title in 22 years, marking a long-awaited return to domestic dominance after consecutive near-misses.

Selection Trials will be conducted over a period of 14 days for the shortlisted applicants

Marsh's brutal 96 goes in vain as Rajasthan Royals come out on top in chase against Lucknow Super Giants

Mitchell Marsh’s explosive 96 and Josh Inglis’ quickfire 60 powered Lucknow Super Giants to a commanding 220/5 against Rajasthan Royals in their crucial IPL clash at Jaipur. Marsh fell short of a century in a dramatic final over, but his innings ensured LSG posted a formidable total.

The AIFF conducted the AFC Fitness Course Level 1A at the Inspire Institute of Sport from May 14 to 18. The programme, led by Japanese AFC instructors, was attended by 19 coaches and aimed at improving football fitness training standards in India

Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya were included in India’s ODI squad for the Afghanistan series, subject to fitness clearance. Shubman Gill will captain the side, while KL Rahul replaces Rishabh Pant as vice-captain of the Indian Test team

Sachin Tendulkar visited the SRT10 Altevol Centre of Excellence Sports Academy in Ahmedabad, where he interacted with young athletes, parents and trainees. He stressed the importance of grassroots sports development and encouraged children to enjoy sport while learning discipline, resilience and teamwork

Seven iconic venues across England, including Lord’s, Edgbaston and The Oval, will host matches during the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. The tournament will feature key clashes such as India versus Pakistan and conclude with the final at Lord’s on July 5

The Telangana Throwball Association distributed kits to the boys’ and girls’ teams selected for the 31st Sub-Junior National Throwball Championship in Indore. D Rishi and M Varshika were named captains of the Telangana boys’ and girls’ teams respectively

Y Chaitanya Reddy’s explosive century could not save Central Excise from defeat against Balaaji in the HCA A-Division T-20 tournament. Vallepe Murthy, P Kranthi, P Nishanth and Srikar Reddy Yedla also delivered standout performances in the B-Division matches

Indian junior women’s hockey team coach Tim White praised the country’s growing youth talent pool during the India-Australia Under-18 exposure series in Bhopal. He highlighted the importance of developing senior-ready players ahead of the Junior Women’s Asia Cup in China this September

Sunrisers Hyderabad opener Ishan Kishan said the Chennai pitch was difficult for chasing after his unbeaten 70 guided SRH into the IPL play-offs against Chennai Super Kings. Heinrich Klaasen also praised the aggressive approach and challenging conditions after SRH’s important victory

The Central Information Commission has ruled that the Board of Control for Cricket in India is not a public authority under the RTI Act, overturning its 2018 order. The decision shields BCCI from mandatory disclosures despite its public cricketing role

Ishan Kishan’s fluent 70 and Pat Cummins’ three-wicket burst propelled Sunrisers Hyderabad to a five-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk, securing their IPL 2026 playoff berth. Gujarat Titans also advanced, while CSK’s knockout hopes remain slim

The two are students of TSWREIS State Sports Academy, Shaikpet (wrestling boys),

The Telangana Pickleball Association’s inaugural flagship circuit, Project Pickle X, successfully concluded its grand final leg featuring over 200 players and 1,000 high-level matches

RuPay Credit Cardholders will receive an exclusive 24-hour priority access window beginning May 20, 2026, to secure tickets for: Qualifier 1 – May 26

Sauryaram i of the Archi Horse Racing Academy secured victory in the under-14 jumping category at the HPRC Equestrian Challenge in Hyderabad

The advisory included instructions related to social media behaviour, anti-corruption protocols, smoking and vaping restrictions, and player conduct during the tournament.

The TCA official asserted that the situation has now escalated into a serious threat to the integrity of Telangana cricket administration.

FCI scored 113 in 26.2 overs