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Promising Indian hockey players Anmol Ekka and Sakshi Rana have been nominated for under-21 honours at the Hockey India Annual Awards 2025. The youngsters expressed pride in the recognition after impressive performances at the Junior World Cups and in international competitions.
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Fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya reacted to Royal Challengers Bangalore’s nearly $2 billion sale, defending his original investment and calling it gratifying. He congratulated new owners, recalling early criticism while highlighting the franchise’s massive value growth over time
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Jannik Sinner defeated Alex Michelsen in straight sets to reach the Miami Open quarterfinals and stay on course for the Sunshine Double, while Martin Landaluce continued his impressive run by upsetting Sebastian Korda to enter the last eight
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Connor Esterhuizen smashed 75 off 33 balls as South Africa defeated New Zealand by 33 runs in the fifth Twenty20 in Christchurch, sealing the five-match series 3-2 with a strong batting and disciplined bowling performance
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Amelia Kerr’s brilliant 105 and two wickets powered New Zealand to a 92-run win over South Africa in the fifth WT20I at Hagley Oval, helping the hosts seal the five-match series 4-1 with a dominant all-round performance
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Kolkata Knight Riders and Gujarat Titans have signed Navdeep Saini and Kulwant Khejroliya respectively as replacements for injured players ahead of IPL 2026, strengthening their squads with experienced pacers
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Sreenidi Deccan FC climbed to the top of the IFL table with a 3-1 win over Dempo SC, delivering a strong all-round performance despite being reduced to ten men in the second half
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Sunrisers Hyderabad aim for a strong comeback in IPL 2026 under stand-by captain Ishan Kishan, focusing on consistency and improved bowling strength after a disappointing previous season, with key players expected to play crucial roles
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Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka and cricket director Tom Moody expressed confidence in the team’s revamped squad for IPL 2026, highlighting improved bowling strength and stressing the importance of collective performance to secure the franchise’s first title
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The All India Football Federation has partnered with Dream Sports Foundation as its Youth Development Partner to strengthen U16 football, combining competition structure with development initiatives aimed at improving grassroots football and creating better opportunities for young players
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Students from Amrita Educational Institutions created a record human formation of Dinesh Karthik’s jersey number during a sports meet in Chennai, with 3,000 participants. The feat earned recognition from the India Book of Records and Asia Book of Records
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Punjab Kings received a boost ahead of IPL 2026 as Australian players Marcus Stoinis and Cooper Connolly joined the squad in Mohali. The team is now preparing for its opening match against Gujarat Giants on March 31
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Young goalkeeper Prince Deep Singh, yet to make his senior debut, is gaining recognition with major award nominations and strong junior performances. With growing confidence and experience, he now aims to become India’s first-choice goalkeeper and win Olympic gold.
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A commemorative event was held in Secunderabad to mark the death anniversary of former world chess champion Alexander Alekhine, with speakers highlighting his legacy while young participants, including an eight-year-old, shared insights on the chess legend’s life and achievements.
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Faf du Plessis says Rishabh Pant needs a clearer and more structured approach in T20 cricket, highlighting inconsistency in his game. He suggests Pant bat at number three for LSG and focus on a defined game plan to improve performance.
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Srikanth Yalamanchili of the Andhra Kabaddi Association has been appointed Chairman of the Beach National Commission by AKFI, recognising his role in organising the national beach kabaddi championship and promoting the sport at the national level.
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Knight Riders underline their strong presence in Caribbean cricket with a successful franchise and TKR Women’s title win, while continuing to scout and develop emerging cricket talent globally through their academy’s year-round training and performance improvement programmes.
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Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the Miami Open quarterfinals with a straight-sets win over Zheng Qinwen, while Coco Gauff reached the last eight and will face Belinda Bencic after both players registered strong victories
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Rajasthan Royals is set to be sold to a Kal Somani-led US consortium for USD 1.63 billion, reflecting a sharp rise in IPL franchise valuations. The deal, subject to BCCI approval, is expected to take effect after IPL 2026
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A consortium led by Aditya Birla Group and Times Internet Limited has acquired Royal Challengers Bengaluru from United Spirits Ltd for Rs 16,660 crore, marking one of the biggest franchise deals in IPL history, subject to regulatory approvals
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The Indian senior women's football team will play in FIFA Series 2026 in Kenya from April 11-15. The Blue Tigresses face Kenya in the semi-final, while Australia meets Malawi. Matches will be held at Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi
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P. Harshith of Narayana School, Kurnool, won the Brilliant Trophy Open online chess tournament with 11.5 points from 12 rounds. Srikara Darbha and Siddharth Pernati finished second and third. B. Sahasra and P. V. Satyanarayana earned special awards
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The AIFF Technical Committee recommended considering Indian coaches for the senior women’s national team and appointed Renjith TA as assistant coach for the senior men’s team. A study group will assess U23 player performance for potential senior-level promotion
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Former Telangana Sports Authority chairman A Venkateshwar Reddy staged a protest at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Uppal, criticizing Sunrisers Hyderabad for ignoring local cricket talent. He urged SRH to provide opportunities for Telugu-speaking players and promote the game, especially in rural areas
