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Ecuador came from behind to defeat Germany 2-1 and secure a place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32. Gonzalo Plata scored the decisive late goal as Ecuador qualified for the knockouts for only the second time in their history

Vijayawada Sunshiners posted an imposing 208 for five and then restricted Royals of Rayalaseema to 189 for nine to register a 19-run victory in the Andhra Premier League. DB Prasanth starred with 60, while B. Pranav Reddy claimed four wickets

Mohd Abdul Khalique Khan Mustafa Khan and Dhavalika Devi Nyamurs emerged as the standout performers at the Open Telangana State Shooting Championship, winning three gold medals each. P. Homanshika Reddy added two gold medals to underline a dominant display at Gachibowli

The National Rifle Association of India has launched a four-day Shotgun Referee Course for 14 participants from across the country. The programme focuses on officiating, range management and competition rules, aiming to enhance technical standards and strengthen India's shooting ecosystem

Chennai Bulls secured a semifinal berth after a 14-14 draw with Bengaluru Bravehearts in the HSBC Rugby Premier League. Delhi Redz knocked out Kolkata Banga Tigers 40-28, while Hyderabad Heroes dominated Mumbai Dreamers 33-0 with a commanding all-round display

Palamuru Strikers registered their first win of the Sreenidhi University TG20 season with a five-wicket victory over Medak Falcons. Rohit Rayudu’s unbeaten 54 and Vignesh Reddy’s brisk 39 helped chase down 165 after disciplined bowling restricted the Falcons to 164/9

Shafali Verma’s explosive 53 off 34 balls guided India to a five-wicket win over Bangladesh in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup at Manchester. India chased 137 in 16.5 overs despite fielding lapses, with Radha Yadav and Shree Charani starring

Hyderabad e-Champions defeated Ranga Reddy Risers by six wickets in the Sreenidhi University TG20 League. Abhirath Reddy’s 99 off 45 balls led the chase of 196, with key support from Shanmukha Ashwin and Yashveer Goud in a dominant finish

Bunker Busters defeated Hyderabad Golfer United 3.5–0.5, while Dasos by Mahi edged Chamundi Boulder Hills Tigers 2.5–1.5 in the T9 Challenge Cup semifinals at Boulder Hills. Both teams advanced to the final after strong performances in match play formats

Nalgonda Speed Strikers defeated Hyderabad Hurricanes 54–42 in the girls’ Under-15 category, while Warangal Stallions secured a 74–54 win in the boys’ category at the Telangana Junior Basketball League matches held at Kotla Vijaya Bhaskara Reddy Indoor Stadium

The Telangana Cricket Association has urged the BCCI to suspend the Hyderabad Cricket Association’s administration, citing governance and transparency concerns. It has also pointed to ongoing investigations and court petitions questioning the removal of judicial oversight appointed by the Telangana High Court

India has named a 60-member wrestling squad for the 2026 Asian Under-15 and Under-20 Championships in Thailand. The contingent will compete in freestyle, Greco-Roman, and women’s events from June 27 to July 5, aiming for strong medal performances

The Indian U-21 men’s hockey team will tour Belgium for six matches against Austria, Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands from July 7–17, 2026. The exposure tour under coach Frederic Soyez aims to prepare the squad for the Junior Asia Cup

Hyderabad Cricket Association’s Sreenidhi University TG20 has appointed music composer Thaman as its official Music Icon. The league aims to enhance its entertainment experience through celebrity associations, including Vijay Deverakonda as brand ambassador, blending cricket with music and fan engagement events

The Durand Cup will return for its 135th edition in 2026, featuring 24 teams including two foreign sides across five Indian cities. The historic football tournament continues its legacy as Asia’s oldest competition and a key platform for emerging talent

Sports Village Europa, Barcelona, and Silver Stone Sports Academy, Hyderabad, signed an MoU to promote tennis talent development. The partnership aims to provide international training, European coaching exposure, and competitive opportunities for young athletes to enhance global sporting performance standards

New Zealand suffered a massive blow ahead of the series-deciding Test against England at Trent Bridge, with Matt Henry and Glenn Phillips ruled out due to late injuries. Mitchell Santner, Blair Tickner, and Ben Sears join the playing XI

Ahead of India’s crucial Women's T20 World Cup clash against Bangladesh at Old Trafford, all-rounder Deepti Sharma emphasized the team's mental fortitude, backing the squad to bounce back from their recent six-wicket defeat against South Africa

The International Tennis Federation (ITF) has officially rebranded as World Tennis. The historic name change, ratified by member nations, rolls out just days before the start of Wimbledon and Serena Williams' highly anticipated return to the court

Indian tennis veteran Rohan Bopanna credited a crucial piece of advice from his childhood idol, Stefan Edberg, for his career longevity. Edberg’s words on individuality sustained Bopanna through a 13-year wait before his historic 2024 Australian Open triumph

India kicks off a new T20I era under captain Shreyas Iyer and coach Gautam Gambhir against an injury-hit Ireland in Belfast. The main talking point remains whether 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will make his international debut

Ryan Cook has stepped down as the head coach of the Netherlands men's cricket team due to personal reasons following a historic four-year tenure. Current batting coach Heino Kuhn will take over reins on an interim basis.

Morocco came from behind twice to defeat Haiti 4-2 in their final Group C match at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The victory secured a Round of 32 berth for the Atlas Lions, while Haiti exited after an impressive campaign.

Star batter Phoebe Litchfield is on track to return from a quad injury for Australia’s high-stakes T20 World Cup clash against India at Lord's, handing head coach Shelley Nitschke a major selection headache