Novak Djokovic aims for a record 25th Grand Slam title at the French Open, but faces challenges due to a disrupted season and physical issues.
A simmering dispute between players and the Grand Slams over revenue sharing intensified at the French Open on Friday, with Novak Djokovic warning the sport risked further fragmentation as leading players pressed for a greater voice in shaping its future.
A communication from United World Wrestling's anti-doping department confirmed Vinesh Phogat's retirement intimation to the International Testing Agency (ITA) in December 2024, amidst claims and controversies surrounding her comeback and eligibility for the Asian Games.
Tilak Varma steered Mumbai Indians to victory with a blistering 75 not out from 33 balls, as the visitors chased down 201 with one ball to spare in a thrilling finish in Dharamsala.
Cheteshwar Pujara says teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should aim for Test cricket despite his explosive IPL success with Rajasthan Royals.
Jaipur police arrested seven individuals and detained two minors for allegedly defrauding people through online gaming scams, luring victims with promises of cash prizes.
Lucknow Super Giants head coach Justin Langer has praised Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, calling him a generational talent with the potential to dominate world cricket.
Arsenal cleared arguably the most dangerous remaining obstacle in their path to the Premier League title by the skin of their teeth as Leandro Trossard's late goal secured a dramatic 1-0 win at West Ham United to restore their five-point lead on Sunday.
Kolkata Knight Riders, owned by the Shah Rukh Khan family and Mehta Group, emerged as the most valuable franchise.
Virat Kohli celebrated his first run against KKR passionately after scoring consecutive ducks in his previous two matches and slammed a magnificent hundred to steer RCB home.
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar visited the SRT10 Altevol Centre of Excellence Sports Academy in Ahmedabad, inspiring young athletes and encouraging them to embrace discipline and the joy of learning through sport.
East Bengal secured the Indian Super League title after a dramatic season, defeating Inter Kashi in the final. AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey has assured a full-fledged format next season despite ongoing uncertainties surrounding the league's structure.
This is just one of the things you can experience in the Mahindra museum -- The Museum of Living History -- whose sleek, immersive design made Rediff's Mayur Sanap feel he was walking into a Tron movie. Except, instead of neon blue tones, the dominant colour everywhere was Mahindra's signature red which made the space feel bold and dramatic.
Punjab Kings are looking to turn their fortunes around as they host Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala. After recent defeats, Punjab aims to improve their performance in all areas. Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals, struggling with form, are looking ahead to the next season.
Manchester City's title hopes take a hit after a dramatic 3-3 draw with Everton, with Jeremy Doku's late goal rescuing a point as Arsenal maintain the advantage.
Virat Kohli has emerged as the highest earner in IPL history, grossing Rs 230 crore. Kolkata Knight Riders leads franchise valuations at over Rs 19,200 crore.
Gujarat Titans have defied expectations to lead the IPL 2026 points table, showcasing a remarkable turnaround powered by a strong bowling unit, the inclusion of Jason Holder and Shubman Gill's effective leadership.
UEFA has fined Benfica 40,000 euros for racist behaviour by supporters during their Champions League match against Real Madrid.
Half-centuries from skipper Axar Patel and David Miller powered Delhi Capitals to a thrilling three-wicket win over Punjab Kings and kept their slim playoff hopes alive in the Indian Premier League on Monday.
England have dropped opener Zak Crawley and selected Emilio Gay as Ben Duckett's opening partner in a reshaped squad for the first Test against New Zealand.
Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 55 runs, but RCB secured the top spot in the IPL standings due to their net run rate. SRH posted a formidable 255/4, while RCB reached their target of 166 to ensure a top-two finish.
India will allow Pakistan athletes and teams to compete in international events hosted in the country, but bilateral sporting ties between the neighbours remain suspended.
India is set to amend its National Anti-Doping Act to criminalise the trafficking and distribution of prohibited substances to athletes, with potential jail terms for suppliers, including medical practitioners who knowingly prescribe banned drugs. The amendments are open for public feedback until June 18 and are expected to be tabled in the monsoon session of Parliament.
Madhav Tiwari, a 22-year-old all-rounder from Madhya Pradesh, delivered a Player of the Match performance on his IPL debut for Delhi Capitals, showcasing his talent with both bat and ball.
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.
A Deloitte survey reveals that Indian Gen Z and millennial professionals are rapidly adopting AI tools in the workplace, surpassing their global counterparts in usage and confidence, while also facing financial pressures and shifting workplace expectations.
Sunil Gavaskar reckons Shreyas Iyer's Punjab Kings have it in them to script a turnaround and make it to the IPL 2026 final.
Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has broken the record for most sixes by an Indian batter in a single IPL season, hitting 43 sixes in IPL 2026.
Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant expressed relief and satisfaction after his team ended a six-match losing streak with a DLS victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL. Pant praised Mitchell Marsh's century and highlighted the team's bowling strength as key factors in the win.
Cricket Australia chief executive Todd Greenberg said fears that private investment in the Big Bash League (BBL) could lead to the tournament ceding control to Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise owners are overblown.
Parul Chaudhary, the national record holder, finished seventh in the 3000m steeplechase at the Shanghai Diamond League meeting, clocking her second career-best time.
Kolkata Knight Riders bowling coach Dwayne Bravo credits the franchise's unwavering support for Varun Chakravarthy's return to form in the IPL, emphasising the importance of mental recovery and strategic thinking in T20 cricket.
Ravichandran Ashwin defends Hardik Pandya's captaincy of the Mumbai Indians, stating that blaming him for the team's poor performance is unfair as the entire team failed to perform. Ashwin also highlights the social media scrutiny Hardik faced upon replacing Rohit Sharma as captain and raises concerns about Hardik's physical fitness affecting his batting.
Chanmari FC secured a 2-0 victory against Dempo SC in an Indian Football League match, with goals from Lalruatsanga and Jota. The win moved Chanmari to fifth place, while Dempo dropped to sixth.
Kolkata Knight Riders' head coach Abhishek Nayar said the team missed the combination of spinners Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine in their loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru, with Chakravarthy absent due to a niggle. Nayar also acknowledged that dropping Virat Kohli's catch early in his innings proved costly.
Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten century to fire Royal Challengers Bengaluru to an emphatic six-wicket victory against Kolkata Knight Riders.
Jasprit Bumrah's participation in the upcoming series against Afghanistan is under consideration as the selection committee assesses his workload.
Punjab Kings' Suryansh Shedge attributes his recent success in the Indian Premier League to the mindset and shot selection training he received from former India player and selector Jatin Paranjape.
Carlo Ancelotti has recalled Neymar to Brazil's squad for next month's FIFA World Cup, backing the veteran forward's fitness and experience despite his injury-disrupted recent years.
The Indian U-18 men's and women's hockey teams were defeated by Australia in their second match of the series at the SAI Centre in Bhopal. The men's team lost 1-3, while the women's side suffered a 1-4 defeat. Both teams will be in action again on Monday for their third match of the series.
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