Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has questioned the high price tag of English all-rounder Liam Livingstone in the Indian Premier League (IPL), citing his inconsistent performance over the past few years. Chopra also highlighted the opportunities for Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan to shine in the upcoming IPL season.
Iran's football federation is in discussions with FIFA about moving their World Cup matches from the United States to Mexico due to concerns about the safety of their players, Iranian football president Mehdi Taj said.
Nearly a year after Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma stepped away from Test cricket, questions over how and why they retired continue to linger. Many fans still believe the decision may not have been entirely theirs, pointing to possible pressure from the selectors or the team management.
Rohit Sharma has joined the Mumbai Indians squad ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026 season, as the five-time champions kick off their pre-season training camp.
Rohan Bopanna emphasises the need for a structured approach to developing tennis in India, while Joshna Chinnappa expresses excitement about squash's Olympic debut and the growth of Indian squash talent.
Yuki Bhambri and Andre Goransson secured a comfortable victory in the first round of the Indian Wells Masters, defeating David Pel and Fabrice Martin in straight sets.
Sanju Samson's quickfire 24 off 15 gave India a flying start against Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup Super 8 clash, drawing mixed reactions from fans and praise from Irfan Pathan and Dinesh Karthik.
'Aditya Dhar and Yami Gautam will have to move forward with extra caution.'
Sanju Samson expressed heartfelt gratitude after playing a key role in India's successful campaign at the T20 World Cup, saying the moment felt like the realisation of a long-cherished dream.
India all-rounder Hardik Pandya discusses his journey from a 'pure batter' to a key player, crediting hard work and Mumbai Indians' scouting system for his success.
Abhishek, Hardik help India pulverise Zimbabwe by 72 runs; stay in semis race
India's top shooters will compete in National Selection Trials 3 in Delhi to secure spots in the national squad for upcoming international competitions. The trials will feature Olympic disciplines and rifle prone competitions.
In a major counter-terror operation spanning three states, the Delhi Police has dismantled a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) module comprising eight operatives, including seven Bangladeshi nationals who had illegally entered India and procured forged identity documents, an official said on Sunday.
The Lokapriya Gopinath Bardoloi International Airport in Guwahati has inaugurated a new nature-themed terminal building, designed to handle 13.1 million passengers per year and serve as a key aviation hub for the northeast and a gateway to Southeast Asia.
Yuki Bhambri and Dhakshineswar Suresh prevailed in a marathon doubles rubber, outlasting David Pel and Sander Arends 7-6 (0), 3-6, 7-6 (1) as India edged ahead 2-1 in their Davis Cup Qualifiers Round 1 tie against the Netherlands, in Bengaluru, on Sunday.
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will begin the 2026 season of the Indian Premier League aiming to retain the title, but former India captain Anil Kumble believes the task will be easier said than done.
India would bank on its swashbuckling batting line-up when it takes on a gritty England in what promises to be an evenly-matched final of the ICC Under-19 World Cup.
Shashi Tharoor recounts Gautam Gambhir's praise for Sanju Samson, highlighting his unique talent and recent success in the T20 World Cup.
David Miller smashed a brilliant half-century while Marco Jansen picked up four wickets as South Africa thrashed India by 76 runs in the ICC T20 World Cup Super 8s match.
Shashi Tharoor recounts Gautam Gambhir's praise for Sanju Samson, highlighting his unique talent and recent success in the T20 World Cup.
Sanju Samson's unbeaten 97 steered India into the T20 World Cup semi-finals, but head coach Gautam Gambhir and Jasprit Bumrah credited Shivam Dube's two late boundaries for easing pressure in the tense chase against West Indies.
Dhakshineswar Suresh wins fifth rubber against Guy De Oden to lead India to 3-2 win over higher-ranked Netherlands in Davis Cup Qualifiers.
A Delhi court has granted the National Investigation Agency (NIA) 11-day custody of several foreign nationals accused of training Myanmar-based Ethnic Armed Groups (EAGs) known to support insurgent groups in India.
Suryakumar Yadav heaped such heartfelt praise on Sanju Samson after India's dramatic win that the wicketkeeper-batter jokingly had to ask his captain to stop or risk making him emotional.
Following a ban on real-money gaming, Dream Sports, the parent company of Dream11, is strategically expanding its portfolio across 11 companies, including a new venture into wealth management and stockbroking, with a focus on serving a mass user base through AI-first solutions, cofounder Harsh Jain confirmed.
India faced a heavy defeat against South Africa in their T20 World Cup Super Eights opener after a batting collapse while chasing 188. Skipper Suryakumar Yadav admitted the failure to build partnerships cost them the game.
'Today, as I look at our satellite -- tested, finished and ready to ship -- represents 1,642 days of grit and belief.'
From 20 hours of non-stop celebrations to a 12-day wedding event in Ahmedabad featuring over 300 artistes, Devanshi Patel of Shreem Events tells us how she has handled challenging wedding demands.
Jemimah Rodrigues scored a fifty, but India were bowled out for 198 against Australia on the first day of the day-night Test. Australian pacers Sutherland and Hamilton caused significant damage. India fought back with early wickets, leaving Australia at 96 for three at the close of play.
Gautam Gambhir says individual milestones don't matter and urges focus on trophies after India's T20 World Cup triumph over New Zealand.
Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand on Sunday?
The National Defence Academy (NDA) will host the Sabhikhi Cup 2026, a prestigious sports event featuring cadets from India's top military training institutions, promoting athletic excellence, teamwork, and inter-service cooperation.
Form and familiarity favour India in T20 World Cup
Tamil Nadu athlete Baranica Elangovan set a new national record in the women's pole vault at the National Indoor Championships in Bhubaneswar, clearing 4.22m.
Defending champions RCB head into IPL 2026 with a balanced squad, strong batting core and pace attack, aiming for back-to-back titles after their historic 2025 triumph.
India begins their T20 World Cup campaign against the USA, aiming to leverage their strong team composition and recent form to secure a victory.
India reached their 10th U19 World Cup final, the most for any team, followed by Australia with six in 16 editions of this tournament.
'I wish and pray that for the next 5-6 years he will become a pillar of the Indian team both in T20s and also in ODIs.'
The India Under-17 women's national team suffered a 0-2 defeat against Bangladesh in the SAFF Under-19 Women's Football Championship 2026.
Harmanpreet Kaur acknowledges India's batting struggles in the ODI series against Australia after consecutive defeats. Australia's Alyssa Healy praises young players Voll and Litchfield for their outstanding performance.
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