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Australia retained top positions in the ICC Men’s Test and Women’s ODI team rankings after the annual update. India moved ahead of England to third in the Test standings, while Pakistan climbed above Sri Lanka and Bangladesh overtook Pakistan in women’s ODIs

The two most successful franchises in IPL history have endured a forgettable campaign so far, with neither side able to build sustained momentum.

SkyKings FC registered a dominant 9-1 victory over Bolarum Sporting FC in the TFA C-Division Football League Championship, with Rosingellatallu scoring five goals. In another match, CCOB Jr FC defeated Dilsukhnagar FC 6-2 at Gymkhana Ground in Hyderabad

India defeated Chinese Taipei 3-0 in the Thomas Cup quarterfinals, with Lakshya Sen, Satwik-Chirag and Ayush Shetty delivering strong performances. The win ensured a semifinal berth and confirmed at least a bronze medal for the 2022 champions

Ravichandran Ashwin has reacted to Riyan Parag’s alleged vaping incident, calling it avoidable and urging responsibility from young players. Parag was fined and handed a demerit point after breaching IPL Code of Conduct during Rajasthan Royals’ match against Punjab Kings.

Sanjay Bangar praised Jason Holder’s all-round impact after Gujarat Titans’ four-wicket win over RCB. Shubman Gill led a dominant chase, while GT bowlers restricted RCB to 155. The victory strengthened GT’s position with 10 points from five matches.

A 12-member Indian shotgun squad will compete in the ISSF World Cup Shotgun stage in Kazakhstan. Featuring Olympians Mairaj Ahmad Khan, Anantjeet Singh Naruka and Raiza Dhillon, India faces strong global competition across skeet, trap and mixed team events.

The Hyderabad Cricket Association has invited expressions of interest for brand partnerships for the 2026–27 HCA League, featuring 85 teams and over 1,500 players, offering sponsors extensive visibility across matches, venues, and digital platforms statewide.

Gujarat Titans spinner Rashid Khan emphasises bowling accuracy and fitness as crucial to his performance, reflects on mistakes during injury recovery, and backs the team’s strategy to overcome middle-order concerns by maintaining focus and leveraging their strong bowling attack.

Delhi Capitals look to end their poor run as they face in-form Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur. With inconsistent batting a concern, Delhi hope for improvement, while Rajasthan aim to continue their strong momentum in the IPL clash

Jason Holder’s all-round show helped Gujarat Titans defeat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by four wickets in an IPL match. Contributions from Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler ensured a comfortable chase after RCB were bowled out for 155

Jayesh Ranjan said Telangana has immense sports potential and highlighted the role of the Young India Physical Education and Sports University in developing talent and strengthening the sports ecosystem. Speakers at the summit stressed quality education, policy integration and international exposure for athletes

India’s 56-member boxing contingent will begin its campaign at the Asian Boxing Under-15 and Under-17 Championships in Tashkent on Friday. The tournament features promising young boxers from across Asia and serves as a key platform for future international talent development

The HSBC Rugby Premier League Season 2 player auction featured women’s franchises for the first time, with four teams building inaugural squads in Hyderabad. Sumit Kumar Roy and Shikha Yadav emerged as the highest-paid Indian players in the men’s and women’s categories respectively

Karimnagar Football Association won the Asmita Under-16 Women’s Football League Championship in Mancherial after defeating Telangana State Sports School 1-0 in the final. K Sharanya scored the winning goal, while Minister G Vivek Venkatswamy distributed the prizes

Falaknuma FC received a walkover after CCOB Sub-junior FC failed to turn up for their TFA C-Division Football League Championship match at Gymkhana Ground in Hyderabad. Friday’s fixtures include SkyKings FC vs Bolarum FC and Dilsukhnagar FC vs CCOB Junior FC

Travis Head praised Sunrisers Hyderabad’s strong run in the IPL, highlighting key contributions from Abhishek Sharma, Ishan and Heinrich Klaasen, while Dale Steyn lauded Klaasen’s consistency and ability to perform under pressure in crucial match situations.

Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag has been fined 25 per cent of his match fee and given a demerit point for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct after being seen vaping in the dressing room during a match against Punjab Kings.

The inaugural season is scheduled for June–July 2026, with detailed fixtures and team announcements expected shortly

SRH rode on a combined batting show to win with eight balls to spare, Ryan Rickelton's record 123 not out goes in vain

India’s men’s badminton team finished second in Group A after losing 3-2 to defending champions China in the Thomas & Uber Cup 2026. Ayush Shetty and HS Prannoy won their matches, but India fell short in the crucial doubles contests

Gujarat Titans will face a confident Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Ahmedabad as both teams enter a crucial phase of the IPL season. While RCB are riding strong momentum, GT will look to improve consistency and strengthen their playoff hopes with a home victory

Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag has come under controversy after visuals allegedly showed him vaping during an IPL match against Punjab Kings. The incident sparked social media debate, while IPL sources described the act as careless amid concerns over dressing room privacy

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will face Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium after recent victories boosted their campaign. Head coach Andy Flower praised the team’s balance, bowling strength and mindset as RCB aim to continue their strong run in the tournament