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Former all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes India’s squad selection for the Afghanistan ODI series signals early preparation for the 2027 World Cup. He highlighted Gurnoor Brar's bounce, Ishan Kishan’s versatility, and the critical need for fast-bowling all-rounders in South Africa

Jalandhar all-rounder Arjun Rajput has been selected for the India U-19 squad touring Sri Lanka this July. The son of a local kulcha seller, Arjun’s milestone rewards years of family sacrifice and training at the Harbhajan Singh Academy

Ahead of the ODI series opener against Afghanistan, Irfan Pathan highlighted Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli as India's World Cup pillars. Pathan also backed KL Rahul as the primary wicketkeeper, with Ishan Kishan and Sanju Samson providing robust middle-order backup

Dale Steyn credits a modern coaching and commentary shift for the fearless cricket played by young stars like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. By embracing failure and risk, the ecosystem has unlocked unprecedented player freedom and elevated the global game

PV Sindhu storming into the Australian Open semifinals with a dominant 21-6, 21-9 win over Chen Su Yu. She will face top seed Akane Yamaguchi next, while rising Indian star Tanvi Sharma exited in the quarterfinals

South Korea came from behind to defeat Czechia 3-1 in their opening FIFA World Cup 2026 match. Goals from Hwang In-beom and Oh Hyeon-gyu completed the comeback after Ladislav Krejci's opener, extending Korea’s impressive run against European opponents.

Olympic bronze medallist Gagan Narang paid an emotional tribute to Jaspal Rana, recalling the legendary shooter’s influence on generations of athletes. Narang said Rana inspired countless shooters and left behind a legacy that continues to shape Indian shooting.

World Cup gold medallist Esha Singh paid an emotional tribute to Jaspal Rana following his death at 49, recalling his encouragement, mentorship and contribution to Indian shooting while describing his influence as a lasting inspiration for generations of athletes.

Indian hockey fans can look forward to nearly two weeks of uninterrupted action as the men’s team competes in the FIH Pro League in Europe and the women’s team battles for promotion at the Nations Cup in New Zealand.

Renowned Indian shooting coach and former champion Jaspal Rana passed away at 49 after being hospitalised following discomfort during travel from the ISSF World Cup in Munich. A decorated athlete and coach, he played a pivotal role in shaping India’s modern pistol shooting success

Bangladesh created history by securing its first-ever ODI series victory over Australia with a rain-affected five-wicket win in Mirpur. Najmul Hossain Shanto, Soumya Sarkar and Towhid Hridoy guided the chase after Australia recovered from a disastrous start

AGORC registered a comfortable 3-0 victory over Skykings FC in the Bolarum Challenge Cup football tournament. Goals from Saif, Vikas Yadav and Aman sealed the win, while Vikas stood out with an influential all-round performance and creative playmaking

Warangal Warriors, one of the founding franchises of the TG20 League, has unveiled a long-term vision focused on grassroots cricket development, talent scouting and world-class infrastructure. Led by marquee player Mohammed Siraj, the franchise aims to nurture future IPL and India stars

The Para Sports Association of Telangana urges the state government to include para athletes in the two per cent sports quota, provide dedicated infrastructure, and ensure equal benefits. Proper recognition, encouragement, and support are key for their national and international success

India has named a 30-member shooting contingent for the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from September 19 to October 4, 2026. The team features top shooters like Manu Bhaker, Rudrankksh Patil, and Vidarsa K. Vinod across rifle, pistol, and shotgun events

Afghanistan A clinched a dramatic four-run victory over India A via the DLS method in a rain-hit Tri-series match at Dambulla. Despite India A posting 349/9 powered by Prabhsimran Singh’s 84, unbeaten fifties from Imran Mir and Bahir Shah sealed the chase

Ranga Reddy’s Nitin Nayak clinched the men’s 100m title, clocking 10.77 seconds at the 12th Telangana State Athletics Championships at the OU synthetic track. The meet saw top performances across senior and junior categories from various districts

Unveiling the Maharaja Trophy, cricket legend Rahul Dravid termed the KSCA T20 league a vital scouting ground for IPL franchises, while the association announced key rule changes regarding free-hits and pre-toss team submissions for the upcoming season

Rajasthan Royals skipper Riyan Parag has successfully undergone right shoulder surgery in Mumbai under Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwalla. The 24-year-old all-rounder will begin his rehabilitation at the BCCI Centre of Excellence, missing the initial phase of the domestic season

Former cricketers Suresh Raina and Anil Kumble have mapped out India’s 2027 ODI World Cup roadmap, calling for a reliable backup to Hardik Pandya in Nitish Kumar Reddy, while highlighting Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's crucial mentorship role for captain Shubman Gill

Unbeaten half-centuries from Imran Mir and Bahir Shah guided Afghanistan A to a stunning four-run victory over India A via the DLS method in Dambulla, overshadowing explosive fifties from Prabhsimran Singh, Tilak Varma, and Ruturaj Gaikwad

As the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off, controversial dynamic pricing has driven ticket costs to historic highs. While marquee elimination rounds remain surprisingly un-unified, the entry-level ticket tiers have completely vanished for almost all host matches

Wimbledon has announced a record 20% increase in total prize money to £64.2 million for the 2026 tournament. The move follows escalating player protests over revenue distribution, including boycott warnings from World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka

England Test captain Ben Stokes and bowler Gus Atkinson have been dropped from the second Test against New Zealand following a midnight curfew breach in London. The ECB has named Joe Root interim captain as Stokes reportedly weighs his international future