Sport

The Maturi Sports Foundation will organise a seminar on sports medicine and sports psychology at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium on February 20, bringing together experts from academia and elite sport to discuss performance, mental health and competitive preparedness.

Madhusudhan Linga clinched the 50 years and above singles title at the Abu Dhabi Masters Games, leading a strong Indian showing that yielded five gold, two silver and seven bronze medals in the tennis competition.

Hyderabad registered a three-wicket win over Saurashtra in the BCCI Senior Women’s One-Day Championship in Ranchi, with Vanka Pooja scoring 60, while HUCC recorded a massive win in the HCA B-Division league and Pooja was named U-23 captain.

The Delhi Lawn Tennis Association felicitated the Indian Davis Cup team for its 3-2 win over the Netherlands at a ceremony held during the Delhi Open ATP Challenger, with players and officials highlighting teamwork and India’s progress in international tennis.

The All India Football Federation has partnered with the Ryan Group of Institutions to introduce structured football and futsal programmes in schools, with a special focus on grassroots development, coach education, safeguarding standards, futsal expansion and promoting girls’ participation across age groups.

By virtue of their fine showing, 40 athletes from Ranga Reddy have been selected to compete in the Telangana powerlifting championship to be held soon

In a see-saw battle between Titans and VPG, the lead changed hands on many occasions, and it was the resilience of the winners which stood out

Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir expressed displeasure to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif over Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi, criticizing his management after a humiliating T20 World Cup loss to India, calling for possible reprimand or removal

The Women’s Selection Committee has included Pratika Rawal in India’s squad for the ODI series against Australia after she recovered from an ankle injury. Rawal completed rehabilitation at the BCCI Centre of Excellence ahead of the ongoing multi-format tour

In the 35 category, Eshwar Sai achieved a double, defeating Bharani 6-2, 6-4 in singles. In doubles, he and Visakh scored a 6-4, 6-3 win against Sriram Alluri and Raghavendra Prasad

Amateur golfers from across the country to compete on a world-class 18-hole course at at Boulder Hills Golf & Country Club

Elections to the posts of secretary and treasurer of the Hyderabad Cricket Association are likely in early March. The move follows suspensions of key office-bearers and a recent Telangana High Court order appointing a new president for the remaining term

Krishna Nagar secured two bronze medals at the BWF Para Badminton World Championships 2026 in Bahrain. He won one medal in Men’s Singles SH6 and another in Mixed Doubles, once again proving his consistency at the highest level of para badminton

Pathum Nissanka struck a brilliant unbeaten 100 to guide Sri Lanka to an eight-wicket win over Australia in Pallekele and seal a Super Eights berth. Australia now face a must-win situation after collapsing despite strong starts from Marsh and Head

Avik Pal wins half-marathon (21.1 km) in the men’s category, while Vishwa emerged winner in the women’s category

Azmatullah Omarzai claimed four wickets and smashed an unbeaten 40 as Afghanistan defeated United Arab Emirates by five wickets in a crucial T20 World Cup Group D clash, keeping their Super Eight hopes alive and confirming South Africa's qualification

Will Jacks produced a match-winning all-round performance as England defeated Italy by 24 runs in their T20 World Cup Group C match at Eden Gardens. His unbeaten 53 and key breakthrough helped England seal a Super Eights berth after a tense contest

Arsenal stormed into the FA Cup last 16 with a 4-0 win over Wigan as Premier League clubs largely progressed. Mansfield Town delivered a major upset, while Leeds and West Ham needed penalties and extra time respectively.

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Event Technical Committee has approved Jack Jarvis as a replacement for injured seamer Safyaan Sharif in the Scotland squad. Sharif suffered a right groin injury during a training session on February 12.

Cricket experts Abhishek Nayar, Sunil Gavaskar and Waqar Younis lauded India’s superior preparation and partnerships against Pakistan, while blaming tactical errors and delayed bowling changes for Pakistan’s defeat in the high-voltage clash.

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Event Technical Committee has approved Steve Smith as a replacement for injured fast bowler Josh Hazlewood in Australia’s squad after the pacer was ruled out due to a calf injury.

Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan chose to field after winning the toss against the UAE in a crucial Group D match of the Men’s T20 World Cup. Winless so far, Afghanistan need victory to keep their slim Super Eight hopes alive.

India clinched the HPRC International Arena Polo Championship title with a 21-14 victory over France in the final. After trailing early, the hosts dominated the latter chukkers, with Yusuf Azmi starring and earning Player of the Match honours.

Kishan, Bumrah-led bowlers give thumping 61-run win over Pakistan, India inches closer to Super Eight berth