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Sanjay Bangar has backed Jasprit Bumrah’s return for the fourth Test as a game-changer for India. He also weighed in on key selection dilemmas involving Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav, and Pant’s return, calling it a crucial stabilising factor.

The two-time Olympics medallist and star Indian shuttler outslugs the sixth seed 21-15, 8-21, 21-17 to reach the round of 16

The Sports Authority of India’s NCSSR convened the first meeting of its Institutional Ethical Committee in Delhi to formalise ethical research practices. The committee will oversee athlete-focused studies and ensure adherence to national and international guidelines in sports science.

France’s Valentin Paret-Peintre won Stage 16 of the Tour de France on Mont Ventoux in a tense uphill sprint. Tadej Pogacar extended his GC lead over Jonas Vingegaard, who launched multiple attacks. It was Soudal Quick-Step’s fourth stage win.

India clinched the ODI series 2-1 with a thrilling 13-run win over England. Harmanpreet Kaur scored a superb 102 while Kranti Gaud’s six-wicket haul helped defend 318. India also won the T20I series 3-2, sealing an all-format tour win.

New Liverpool signing Jeremie Frimpong says it’s an “honour” to join the Premier League giants. In an exclusive interview, he expressed excitement, promised fans full commitment, and shared his goal of winning trophies and building a five-year legacy at Anfield.

India’s Paras Gupta defeated Mohamed Shehab 4-0 to reach the pre-quarterfinals of the IBSF World 6-Red Snooker Championships. Aditya Mehta, Mayur Garg, and Mayank Karthik also advanced

Captain Harmanpreet Kaur struck a fluent 102, guiding India Women to 318/5 in the series-deciding third ODI against England. Rodrigues and Richa supported with quick runs in a strong finish

India captain Shubman Gill criticised England openers for arriving late to bat at Lord’s, calling it unsporting. He addressed growing tensions ahead of the fourth Test at Manchester

Injury-hit India are likely to return to the Headingley strategy for the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford, aiming to level the series in tough conditions with key players sidelined

Shubman Gill confirmed Akash Deep is out of the fourth Test due to injury, opening the door for Anshul Kamboj’s potential debut, while Karun Nair retains the team’s backing despite modest scores

Koneru Humpy and Divya Deshmukh held their Chinese opponents to solid draws in the first semifinal games of the FIDE Women’s World Cup, keeping India’s hopes alive for final qualification

Vaishnavi Adkar assured India of a rare tennis medal at the World University Games by reaching the semifinals. Most other Indian athletes across disciplines failed to advance in a tough outing

H S Prannoy staged a stunning comeback against Japan’s Koki Watanabe to reach the China Open 2025 pre-quarters, saving five match points in a thrilling three-game encounter in Changzhou

Kho Kho is steadily gaining traction in Australia, led by Indian-origin player-turned-coach Raj Sura. With new courts, certified training, and local support, the traditional Indian sport is entering a global phase

A Vishwa won the Brilliant Trophy Open Online Chess Championship after a three-way tie with K V K Karthik and Nishanth Challa, all scoring 10 points. Teja Anusha was best woman player

Indian all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has been ruled out of the remaining England Tests due to a knee injury. Arshdeep Singh is also out of the fourth Test with a thumb injury. Anshul Kamboj has been added to India’s squad

Tim Wellens of UAE Team Emirates claimed his maiden Tour de France stage win with a solo breakaway to Carcassonne, completing his Grand Tour trilogy. His strategic move followed early crashes, with Belgian compatriot Campenaerts finishing second in a strong breakaway stage

Hyderabadi martial arts expert Hanshi Shaswat Kumar received the World Martial Arts Pioneer Award in Germany and was inducted into the International Hall of Fame for the 10th time, recognising his global contributions to karate and martial arts education.

Marc Marquez made history by winning five consecutive Grands Prix for Ducati, triumphing in Czechia as Bezzecchi and Acosta followed behind. Bagnaia missed the podium after a late push

A1 Chess Academy marked International Chess Day with a 12x12 ft giant chessboard in Anantapur. The event, aligned with FIDE’s theme "Every Move Counts," attracted players and families

Namibia won the ICC Development Initiative of the Year for its school cricket programme, while awards also honoured Bhutan, Vanuatu, USA, Scotland, Nepal, Indonesia, and Tanzania for inspiring cricket initiatives

Sreenidi Deccan FC won the TFA A-Division Rahim League football championship after a one-all draw with RT Boys FC. Sreenidi finished with 32 points, securing first place in the league

India completed the group stage of the Badminton Asia Junior Mixed Team Championships unbeaten with a 110-100 win over Hong Kong China and will face Japan in the quarterfinals