Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak acknowledges the pressure on India ahead of their crucial T20 World Cup Super Eights match against Zimbabwe, emphasising the team's need to handle expectations and regain momentum.
RCB start IPL 2026 with record-breaking chase against SRH as Rajat Patidar dedicates emotional win to fans lost in last year's tragedy.
Spanish police investigate Islamophobic chants during Spain vs Egypt friendly, drawing condemnation from government and football authorities over racism in stadiums.
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.
South Africa head coach Shukri Conrad denied they "choked" in their T20 World Cup semi-final against New Zealand, preferring to call their nine-wicket defeat a sound "walloping".
Gennaro Gattuso has resigned as Italy manager after the national team failed to qualify for the FIFA World Cup.
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.
Indian trap shooters Bhowneesh Mendiratta and Kynan Chenai performed well on the first day of the ISSF Shotgun World Cup, putting themselves in contention for the finals. Other Indian shooters had mixed results.
Indian women boxers Meenakshi Hooda and Jaismine Lamboria secured semifinal berths at the Asian Boxing Championships, guaranteeing a podium finish for the entire women's contingent. In the men's section, Lokesh, Akash, and Harsh Choudhary also advanced to the semifinals.
The change at the helm comes in the wake of an underwhelming couple of years for Indian men's boxing.
Defending champions India U20 will face Bhutan in the semi-finals of the SAFF U20 Championship, while Nepal will play Bangladesh in the other semi-final. India topped Group B after a win against Pakistan and a draw against Bangladesh. Coach Mahesh Gawli has praised his players' performance but stressed the need for more clinical finishing and defensive focus.
Italy's consistent failure to qualify for recent World Cups stems from a deep-seated issue in nurturing young football talent, according to 2006 World Cup winners Marco Amelia and Massimo Oddo.
Coach reveals how 15-year-old IPL prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi built his fearless six-hitting game ahead of Rajasthan Royals' IPL 2026 opener.
Sreenidi Deccan FC and Shillong Lajong FC played to a goalless draw in their Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 match, with both goalkeepers putting in strong performances.
Hardik Pandya has returned to training for the Mumbai Indians ahead of their IPL match against the Rajasthan Royals after missing the previous game due to illness.
Indian boxers are set to compete at the Asian Championships in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, aiming for medals and direct qualification for major multi-sport events later in the year, including the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games.
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The Indian senior women's national hockey team is set to begin a training camp in Bengaluru to prepare for the upcoming World Cup and other major tournaments.
Tottenham Hotspur have appointed Roberto De Zerbi as their manager on a long-term contract, the Premier League club said on Tuesday, and the Italian coach has seven games to steer the North London side to safety.
Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka will join Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026 as a replacement for the injured Sam Curran, marking another player shift from the Pakistan Super League to the IPL.
Indian archer Komalika Bari, once a rising star, is determined to revive her career and Olympic dream after facing setbacks and a drop in world rankings.
Virat Kohli's childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma calls Pakistan's decision to boycott the India clash at the ICC T20 World Cup unfortunate and politically driven.
Tim David's explosive hitting, including eight sixes and a monstrous 106m strike, powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a 43-run victory over Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
KKR appoints Dishant Yagnik as fielding coach ahead of IPL 2026
Naoba Meitei and Amadou Soukouna score in the second half as Rajasthan United beat Chanmari FC 2-0 to move top of the Indian Football League table.
Cameron Green's struggles in the IPL 2026 continue, with his batting form and high price tag drawing criticism.
Devdutt Padikkal reveals Virat Kohli's key advice behind his match-winning knock as RCB pull off record chase against SRH in IPL 2026 opener.
India will face Hong Kong in their final AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifying match, with Australian-born winger Ryan Williams set to make his debut. Both teams aim to gain FIFA ranking points and build for future assignments.
Kolkata Knight Riders coach Shane Watson believes Cameron Green will not be affected by his high price tag and will play with freedom. Watson also mentioned Angkrish Raghuvanshi's readiness as a wicketkeeper and the team's efforts to bring Matheesha Pathirana to the squad.
India face Hong Kong in their final AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifier, with Ryan Williams set to make his debut. Both teams aim to gain FIFA ranking points and build for the future.
Ricky Ponting urges Punjab Kings to trust their process and not fear mistakes as they begin IPL 2026 preparations ahead of their opener against Gujarat Titans.
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has established a four-member ad-hoc committee to manage the affairs of the Equestrian Federation of India (EFI), following a directive from the Delhi High Court to restore democratic governance within the sport.
Indian boxers are set to compete at the Asian Championships in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, aiming for medals and direct qualification for major multi-sport events later in the year.
Kolkata Knight Riders coach Abhishek Nayar supports Varun Chakravarthy, predicting a return to form despite recent struggles. He also discusses Cameron Green's role and Matheesha Pathirana's availability.
Sunrisers Hyderabad coach Daniel Vettori has highlighted the threat posed by Kolkata Knight Riders' spinners Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy ahead of their IPL match, despite their recent struggles. He also discussed the pitch conditions and the team's stand-in captain, Ishan Kishan.
The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) in India is actively integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into government processes to enhance efficiency, transparency, and accuracy. Initiatives include AI-enabled solutions for salary processing, grievance handling, and training content development, with a focus on data security and ethical use.
Kolkata Knight Riders face a tough challenge against a strong Punjab Kings side in their upcoming IPL match.
Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming discusses the evolving strategies in T20 cricket, the diminishing role of traditional finishers, and the impact of the 'Impact Player' rule on the balance between batting and bowling.
Jammu and Kashmir wrestler Hamam Hussain overcame years of hardship, including selling milk to support his family, to win a gold medal at the Khelo India Tribal Games.
The Indian U20 men's team played out a 1-1 draw against Bangladesh in their second match of the SAFF U20 Championship 2026, securing their place as Group B toppers and advancing to the semi-finals.
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