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Ashmita Chaliha and Rakshitha Sree S.R. recorded impressive victories over higher-ranked opponents to set up an all-Indian women's singles semifinal at the Korea Masters in Asan. India's men's doubles challenge ended after Pruthvi K. Roy and Krishna Prasad G. lost in the quarterfinals

Paris Paralympics silver medallist Sharad Kumar praised India's para-athletes for producing exceptional results despite comparatively lower funding, highlighting the country's historic Commonwealth Games performance while advocating greater support for para sports and inclusion through initiatives like Para Elan

Former India captain Ajinkya Rahane has signed as Amsterdam Flames' marquee player for the inaugural European T20 Premier League. The veteran batter said he hopes to contribute to the growth of cricket in Europe while helping build a successful franchise

Cricket Australia has confirmed Mitchell Marsh and Matthew Short will receive No Objection Certificates to play in the SA20 only after completing their Big Bash League commitments. Any extended BBL campaign could further delay their departure for South Africa

The World Padel League has announced its sponsors for Season 4, with Akcel as title sponsor and SpiceJet as the 'Powered By' partner. The Mumbai tournament, featuring 36 international players across six teams, will be held from August 12 to 16.

Indian compound archer Sahil Jadhav says Shane Watson's book The Winner's Mindset has helped him handle pressure better as he prepares for the Asian Games 2026. The World University Games champion also reflected on his family's sacrifices and his journey to success.

AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey said West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has assured full government support for India's historic international football match against Brazil in Kolkata on October 3. Chaubey said the fixture would provide valuable exposure and help raise Indian football's standards

Rakshitha Ramraj ended Tanvi Sharma's impressive Korea Masters run to reach the semifinals, where she will face fellow Indian Ashmita Chaliha. India's women's and mixed doubles challenge ended, while Roy and Garaga remained in contention in the men's doubles.

Former England red-ball coach Brendon McCullum believes Harry Brook will eventually captain the Test side despite Joe Root's reappointment following Ben Stokes' retirement. McCullum also praised Stephen Fleming, who will take over as England's full-time Test head coach in December.

India's Mohammed Ashfaq shattered the U20 national 400m record to qualify for the World Athletics U20 Championships final after clocking 45.81 seconds. Basant reached the high jump final, while Amanat Kamboj finished sixth in the women's discus with a personal best.

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka defeated Shuai Zhang 6-3, 6-4 to reach the Canadian Open round of 16 and improve to 25-1 on hard courts this season. Jessica Pegula and Amanda Anisimova also advanced, while several doubles pairs exited early.

India captain Shubman Gill sustained an impact injury to his right ring finger during Thursday's practice session. As a precaution, he will miss the opening day of the warm-up match against the SLC XI, with KL Rahul leading the side

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa won his maiden Saint Louis Rapid & Blitz title with a round to spare, finishing on 23.5 points. The victory lifted him to second in the Grand Chess Tour standings and strengthened his chances of qualifying for the season-ending finale

Iga Swiatek stormed into the Canadian Open fourth round with a straight-sets win over Viktorija Golubic, while Alexandra Eala continued her impressive form by defeating Alycia Parks in three sets to reach the third round in Toronto.

India’s U20 men’s football team defeated Singapore 1-0 in Bengaluru to register their second consecutive friendly win. Sumit Sharma Brahmacharimayum scored the decisive goal as the Blue Colts continue preparations for the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers

England selector Marcus North said Joe Root was reappointed Test captain because the selectors did not want to burden Harry Brook with leadership across all three formats. Brook will continue to lead the ODI and T20I sides with a focus on the 2027 World Cup.

The Asian Cricket Council has announced the schedule for the Women's T20 Asia Cup 2026 in Dubai. India will face Pakistan on September 5 in a key Group A clash, with eight teams competing for continental supremacy from August 28 to September 13

Golconda Gladiators defeated Secunderabad Stallions 60-57 in a thrilling junior boys' match at the Hyderabad District Basketball Championship. Ansh and Manideep starred for the winners, while Karthik's 26-point effort for the Stallions went in vain.

The AIFF Executive Committee has confirmed India's participation in the Brazil international friendly and the FIFA ASEAN Cup, approved Bibiano Fernandes as India Under-15 coach, retained the existing Santosh Trophy format and cleared the federation's 2026-27 budget.

Telangana's Shivani Karra claimed the silver medal in the women's 200m backstroke at the 42nd Sub-junior National Aquatic Championship in Jaipur, finishing in 2:26.71. Dhivashree Kesavana of Tamil Nadu won gold, while Haryana's Serena Saroha secured bronze.

Hockey Association of Odisha and Hockey Madhya Pradesh advanced to the final of the 16th Hockey India Junior Men National Championship 2026 after semifinal victories over Punjab and Jharkhand respectively. Odisha's Bilkan Oram scored a hat-trick in the thrilling win

Bodoland FC defeated FC1 3-0 in a Group F match of the 135th IndianOil Durand Cup to revive their campaign. Robinson Rendon, Rituraj Mohan and Aron Thapa scored as Bodoland bounced back from their opening defeat to move level on three points.

The ACC has announced the schedule for the Women's T20 Asia Cup 2026 in Dubai, with India facing Pakistan on September 5. Three-time champions India are grouped with Pakistan, Thailand and Hong Kong, China in the eight-team continental tournament

Hyderabad Black Hawks launched a long-term grassroots volleyball development initiative with PVL and Under-21 trials in Vijayawada. The franchise plans to identify young talent, support school-level volleyball, organise coaching programmes and strengthen the sport across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana