Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva overcame world No 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the Indian Wells final on Sunday, to win a second WTA 1000-level event in a row.
With the twin blockbusters of Dhurandhar, which have resulted in over Rs 2,000 crore (Rs 20 billion) coming in, Ranveer Singh has proved himself all over again.
Javokhir Sindarov of Uzbekistan leads the Candidates chess tournament after defeating Fabiano Caruana, while R Praggnanandhaa drew his game against Matthias Bluebaum. In the women's event, Anna Muzychuk joined Bibisara Assaubayeva in the lead.
Sanju Samson rediscovered his batting range with a fabulous hundred and bowlers' fangs regrew as Chennai Super Kings outclassed Delhi Capitals by 23 runs to register their first win of IPL 2026.
Indian pistol and rifle shooters are determined to continue their winning streak at the ISSF World Cup in Granada, Spain, despite missing key players.
Asha Bhosle's only daughter Varsha Bhosle, who died in 2012, had penned this beautiful ode to her mother.
Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene explains that Suryakumar Yadav's role as an impact substitute in the IPL opener was a precautionary measure due to a minor groin issue.
Punjab Kings' Prabhsimran Singh supports the 'Impact Sub' rule in the IPL, highlighting its benefits for young players. He also discusses modelling his wicket-keeping after MS Dhoni and the importance of powerplay in modern cricket.
India's U20 women's team is set to face Australia in their second Group C match of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup, aiming to improve upon their first-half performance against Japan. Coach Joakim Alexandersson emphasises mindset and bravery as key factors for success.
Bengaluru FC secured a 2-0 victory over FC Goa in an Indian Super League match, with goals from Sunil Chhetri and Namgyal Bhutia.
Chasing a modest target on a sluggish surface, Delhi found themselves in deep trouble early on. Reduced to 26 for 4 in just 4.4 overs, the Capitals were staring at a heavy defeat as Lucknow's pacers exploited the conditions with discipline and control.
Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad criticised his team's bowling performance after a defeat to Punjab Kings in their recent IPL match, despite a strong batting display.
'Bombshell image helped me get out of being my mother's daughter.'
Indian golfer Karandeep Kochhar slipped to Tied-4th after the third round of the International Series Japan, while Korea's Hongtaek Kim maintained his lead.
Prithvi Shaw is determined to make a comeback to the Indian national team, putting in extra effort as he prepares for the IPL with Delhi Capitals. He discusses his renewed focus, personal life, and approach to competition.
Naoba Meitei's dramatic stoppage-time goal gave Rajasthan United FC a 1-0 victory over Gokulam Kerala FC in a closely contested Indian Football League match.
Serena Williams' former coach Rick Macci believes the tennis star is preparing for a comeback to competitive tennis, despite her previous statements about 'evolving away' from the sport.
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru carried off from last season with dominating performances in their opening two games of IPL 2026.
America's population and its media and its democratic structures seem fine with this, which is why Trump continues as he does, asserts Aakar Patel.
Despite falling short in the Badminton Asia Championships final, coach Sagar Chopda believes Ayush Shetty possesses the potential to become a top-five player in the world, highlighting the need for patience and continued development.
Former India captain Anil Kumble praised Rohit Sharma's impressive start to IPL 2026, noting his improved fitness and dominant batting performance.
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill attributed his team's loss to Punjab Kings in their IPL opener to their inability to capitalise during the final five overs of their batting innings.
RCB start IPL 2026 with record-breaking chase against SRH as Rajat Patidar dedicates emotional win to fans lost in last year's tragedy.
Rory McIlroy, the five-time Major winner, will participate in the DP World India Championship at the Delhi Golf Club for the second year running. Tommy Fleetwood has also confirmed his participation.
Rohit Sharma produced a match-defining half-century against Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday to underline that his appetite for runs remains as strong as ever.
India U20 team prepares to face Pakistan in their opening match of the SAFF U20 Championship, aiming for a strong start and a place in the semifinals.
India U20 secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Pakistan in their opening Group B match of the SAFF U20 Championship, earning them a semifinal berth. Omang Dodum scored a brace, while Vishal Yadav added another goal for the Blue Colts.
Jos Buttler looks to reset mentally after T20 World Cup struggles, aiming for a strong IPL 2026 with Gujarat Titans while managing expectations and pressure.
Cooper Connolly was named Player of the Match after an unbeaten 72 on debut powered Punjab Kings to a tense three-wicket win over Gujarat Titans in their IPL 2026 opener.
Gujarat Titans batting coach Matthew Hayden has called for a more cohesive batting effort from his team after their recent loss in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He highlighted key decision-making moments during the run chase that cost the team valuable wickets and momentum.
India's top-ranked squash player Anahat Singh is focusing on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics as the sport is all set to make its Olympic debut.
Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton chased down the huge target with the swagger of street fighters. Every hit to the boundary and over it was etched with a question to the bowlers: How dare you bowl to us?
India secured a dominant 3-0 victory against Mongolia in the Billie Jean King Cup Asia/Oceania Group I tie, with Zeel Desai making a successful singles debut. India now faces Korea in their final match, hoping to keep their playoff chances alive.
Ryan Williams scored on his India debut as the home side defeated Hong Kong 2-1 in an Asian Cup qualifying match. Akash Mishra added another goal for India, while Everton Camargo scored for Hong Kong.
'My resignation is a larger governance and governance-plus kind of an issue, which the board of directors of the bank should be introspecting.'
The IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings was abandoned due to heavy rain and a wet outfield, resulting in both teams sharing a point each.
Trump seems to have estimated that Ghalibaf is a pragmatic politician who is receptive to close relations with the US and is enthusiastic about fostering business and economic ties in particular, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.
Novak Djokovic suggested that Serena Williams could see Wimbledon as the ideal venue to return to tennis.
Delhi should keep all its options open in what is essentially a transitional period in the geopolitics of energy rather than remain a gatekeeper serving Trump's 'America First', suggests Ambasssador M K Bhadrakumar.
Aryna Sabalenka likes the idea of 'rage rooms' at tournaments where players can vent their frustrations away from the cameras, though the World No. 1 said there would be nothing left to destroy after she uses it.
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