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TRAU FC and NEROCA FC played out a goalless draw in a high-intensity Imphal Derby at Khuman Lampak Main Stadium. Both teams created chances, but strong defending and goalkeeping kept the scoreline unchanged, even after TRAU FC were reduced to ten men

CISF topped the men's kyorugi competition with four gold medals at the All India Police Judo Cluster Games in Hyderabad. Uttar Pradesh Police won the women's title, while BSF and Assam Rifles secured the runner-up positions in the men's and women's categories respectively

With the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 approaching, Indian men's and women's midfielders have highlighted the importance of communication, composure and decision-making. Senior players including Manpreet Singh, Hardik Singh, VS Prasad and Sakshi Rana shared their preparations ahead of the tournament

Indian shooters Sonam Uttam Maskar and Himanshu Dhillon clinched bronze in the 10m Air Rifle Mixed Team event at the ISSF World Cup in Hangzhou, China, marking India’s fourth medal of the competition.

Telangana began its Junior National Hockey Championship campaign strongly, defeating Tripura 3-0 in Coimbatore. Piyush scored twice from penalty corners, while Sri Ram added a field goal.

India named Shubman Gill as captain for the upcoming two-Test series in Sri Lanka, starting August 15 in Galle. KL Rahul will serve as vice-captain, while fitness clearance is awaited for Sai Sudharsan and Jasprit Bumrah.

Canada dominated the artistic gymnastics apparatus finals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, winning three of five gold medals through Felix Dolci, Jordan Carroll and Lia-Monica Fontaine. England and Australia secured the remaining titles, while Scotland celebrated a historic double podium in pommel horse

Golconda Gladiators defeated Secunderabad Stallions 62-58 in the youth girls’ category of the Hyderabad District Basketball Championship. Pavani starred with 37 points, while Birla Blazers also registered a victory over Charminar Chargers in the tournament at YMCA Secunderabad

India's Bindyarani Devi Sorokhaibam won the bronze medal in the women's 58kg weightlifting event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow. Her podium finish took India's medal tally to six, continuing the country's strong performance in weightlifting.

M. Dheeraj Rao's six-wicket haul and Tanay Thyagarajan's five-for headlined the HCA A-Division league, while B. Sakshith Ram smashed a magnificent double century for Rohit XI in the B-Division. Several bowlers and batters produced match-winning performances across both divisions

The Indian Football League will begin its 2026-27 season on October 16 after the Governing Council approved key regulations, including limiting teams to three foreign starters. Clubs also committed to AIFF academy accreditation as part of a long-term youth development strategy

Gyanehswari Yadav claimed the silver medal in the women's 53kg weightlifting event at the Commonwealth Games with a personal-best total of 199kg. The result gave India another podium finish and highlighted the country's continued dominance in weightlifting at Glasgow 2026

India's Ankush and Sachin advanced to the Commonwealth Games boxing quarterfinals after convincing victories in the men's 80kg and 60kg categories respectively. Both pugilists are now one win away from securing at least a bronze medal in Glasgow

Jammu & Kashmir's Majid Ah Magray will captain India's 16-member squad in the seven-match Mixed Disability Cricket T20 series against England from August 5 to 19. Sai Akash Saivamani has been named vice-captain, with Rohit Jhalani appointed head coach

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya felicitated Commonwealth Games bronze medallist para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar with a Rs 10 lakh cash reward after his podium finish in Glasgow, recognising the Bihar athlete's remarkable journey from adversity to international success

Indian boxer Sachin advanced to the men's 60kg quarterfinals at the Commonwealth Games with a split-decision win over England's William Hewitt. One victory away from securing a medal, the Indian pugilist said his only goal in Glasgow is to win gold

CRPF dominated the women's taekwondo competition with four gold medals, while CISF led the men's standings at the All India Police Judo Cluster Games. Assam Rifles, BSF and Arunachal Pradesh also featured prominently in the provisional medal standings

National record holder Tejas Shirse became the first Indian to qualify for the men's 110m hurdles final at the Commonwealth Games after finishing third in his heat. He advanced as the sixth-fastest overall and will compete for a medal later on Monday

IOA president P T Usha credited India's coaches for the country's strong start at the Commonwealth Games, saying every medal reflects their dedication. She highlighted the crucial role of coaching, technical support and athlete preparation across all sporting disciplines

Indian hurdler Tejas Ashok Shirse qualified for the men's 110m hurdles final at the Commonwealth Games 2026 after finishing third in his heat. Long jumper Murali Sreeshankar also reached the final, while sprinter Gurindervir Singh exited in the heats

India's fastest man Gurindervir Singh bowed out of the Commonwealth Games men's 100m after clocking 10.39 seconds to finish 28th overall in the heats. The national record holder was unable to progress to the semifinals despite finishing second in his heat.

Two-time Olympian Sajan Prakash qualified for the men's 200m butterfly final at the Commonwealth Games after finishing sixth overall in the heats with a timing of 1:58.59. He secured second place in his heat to advance to the final

Indian long jumper M Sreeshankar qualified for the Commonwealth Games final with an opening leap of 8.01m, surpassing the qualifying mark

India's fastest man Gurindervir Singh finished second in his opening-round men's 100m heat at the Commonwealth Games, clocking 10.39 seconds. His qualification for the semifinals will be decided after the completion of all 11 heats.