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How Bhullar Is Holding Strong At The Singapore Open

How Bhullar Is Holding Strong At The Singapore Open

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Gaganjeet Bhullar battled tough conditions to shoot one-over 72 in the third round of the Singapore Open, remaining inside the top-5. Korea's Jeongwoo Ham leads the USD 2 million International Series event.

Life Bans for Pakistan Weightlifting Officials in Doping Scandal

Life Bans for Pakistan Weightlifting Officials in Doping Scandal

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has banned Pakistani weightlifting officials for life and a weightlifter for four years due to doping violations.

Tennis Legend Leander Paes Joins BJP Ahead of West Bengal Elections

Tennis Legend Leander Paes Joins BJP Ahead of West Bengal Elections

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Indian tennis icon Leander Paes has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), marking a significant transition from his celebrated sports career to the political arena, ahead of assembly elections in West Bengal.

Indian Olympic Association Establishes Committee to Oversee Equestrian Federation

Indian Olympic Association Establishes Committee to Oversee Equestrian Federation

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

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.

Ex-Nigeria Forward Michael Eneramo Dies On Pitch

Ex-Nigeria Forward Michael Eneramo Dies On Pitch

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Former Nigeria forward Michael Eneramo died on Friday after collapsing on the pitch during a friendly match in Kaduna. The 40-year-old, who won 10 caps for the Super Eagles, appeared to have suffered cardiac arrest.

Real Betis strike late to dent Real Madrid's fading title hopes

Real Betis strike late to dent Real Madrid's fading title hopes

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Hector Bellerin's late goal secured a draw for Real Betis against Real Madrid, impacting Real's LaLiga title aspirations as Barcelona's lead widens.

Indian Lacrosse Teams Set Sights on LA 2028 Olympics After Asian Games Success

Indian Lacrosse Teams Set Sights on LA 2028 Olympics After Asian Games Success

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Indian men's and women's lacrosse teams, fresh off their gold-winning performance at the Asian Lacrosse Games, have been felicitated by the Sports Minister and urged to focus on qualifying for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Indian Kabaddi Stars Gear Up for Asian Games with Intensive Training Camp

Indian Kabaddi Stars Gear Up for Asian Games with Intensive Training Camp

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Leading kabaddi players from India's men's and women's teams are participating in a high-performance strength and conditioning camp to prepare for the Asian Games in Japan.

Women's Rowing Team Gears Up for Asian Games with National Camp

Women's Rowing Team Gears Up for Asian Games with National Camp

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A 51-day national rowing camp for women has commenced in Gorakhpur to strengthen the team's preparations for the Asian Games in Japan later this year. The camp, organised by the Sports Authority of India, focuses on training rowers for the continental event.

ICC chairman Jay Shah recognised as Young Global Leader by World Economic Forum

ICC chairman Jay Shah recognised as Young Global Leader by World Economic Forum

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

ICC Chairman Jay Shah has been named to the World Economic Forum's Young Global Leaders Class of 2026, recognising his influence in shaping the future of global cricket and his role in the sport's inclusion in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Odisha Secures Hosting Rights for 2028 World Athletics Indoor Championships

Odisha Secures Hosting Rights for 2028 World Athletics Indoor Championships

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Odisha, India, will host the World Athletics Indoor Championships in 2028, marking a significant milestone for the state and the nation in becoming a global sporting hub.

IPL 2026: 7 Sixes, 0 Doubt: How Sai Sudharsan Crushed CSK's Hopes

IPL 2026: 7 Sixes, 0 Doubt: How Sai Sudharsan Crushed CSK's Hopes

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

An analysis of Sai Sudharsan's contrasting innings in the IPL, highlighting his shift from a cautious approach to aggressive batting, and its impact on Gujarat Titans' performance.

Sreenidi Deccan Snatch Dramatic Win Against Rajasthan United

Sreenidi Deccan Snatch Dramatic Win Against Rajasthan United

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Sreenidi Deccan FC secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Rajasthan United FC in their IFL 2025-26 Championship Phase encounter, with two goals in stoppage time turning the game on its head.

IFL: Dempo secure first win of the season; Rajasthan United FC Snatch Late Win

IFL: Dempo secure first win of the season; Rajasthan United FC Snatch Late Win

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

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.

Wrist injury rules out Carlos Alcaraz's Roland Garros defence

Wrist injury rules out Carlos Alcaraz's Roland Garros defence

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Carlos Alcaraz will not defend his French Open title next month after tests on his injured wrist revealed he would not be ready in time, the world number two said on Friday.

Mumbai Plans New Mega Cricket Stadium

Mumbai Plans New Mega Cricket Stadium

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced plans for a new, larger cricket stadium in Mumbai, with a capacity of 100,000, while reaffirming the importance of the iconic Wankhede Stadium.

Gaganjeet Bhullar Advances At Singapore Open

Gaganjeet Bhullar Advances At Singapore Open

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Gaganjeet Bhullar recovered from a mid-round slump to card a 68 and advance to the weekend rounds of the Singapore Open, sharing third place.

Atletico Madrid survive Barcelona scare to reach Champions League semis

Atletico Madrid survive Barcelona scare to reach Champions League semis

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Atletico Madrid reached their first Champions League semi-final in nine years, narrowly defeating Barcelona 3-2 on aggregate despite a 2-1 home defeat.

Indian Super League: FC Goa secure comfortable win over NorthEast United

Indian Super League: FC Goa secure comfortable win over NorthEast United

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

FC Goa defeated NorthEast United FC 2-0 in an Indian Super League match, with goals from Dejan Drazic and Mohammed Yasir. The win moved FC Goa to second place in the league standings.

AFI Announces Selection Criteria For 2026 World U20 Championships

AFI Announces Selection Criteria For 2026 World U20 Championships

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has announced the selection criteria for the 2026 World Athletics U20 Championships, which will be held in Eugene, USA. Athletes will be selected based on their performance in three domestic competitions, including the Indian Athletics Series and the National Junior Federation Competition.

Abhay Singh, Nipam Shine At National Junior Athletics

Abhay Singh, Nipam Shine At National Junior Athletics

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Abhay Singh and Nipam set new meet records at the National Junior U-20 Athletics Championships, with several athletes achieving Asian Junior qualification marks.

IPL 2026: Dropped catch of Virat Kohli cost Gujarat Titans a lot, says Gavaskar

IPL 2026: Dropped catch of Virat Kohli cost Gujarat Titans a lot, says Gavaskar

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar said an early dropped catch of Virat Kohli proved decisive as Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Gujarat Titans in an Indian Premier League 2026 match in Bengaluru on Friday, April 24, 2026.

Special Goalkeeping Camp Aims To Bolster Indian Women's Hockey

Special Goalkeeping Camp Aims To Bolster Indian Women's Hockey

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

A special goalkeeping camp is being conducted for the Indian women's hockey team by David Williamson, aiming to strengthen the team's goalkeeping unit ahead of crucial international tournaments.

Shambhavi, Divyanshu shatter world record at ISSF Junior World Cup

Shambhavi, Divyanshu shatter world record at ISSF Junior World Cup

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Indian shooters Shambhavi Kshirsagar and Divyanshu Dewangan won gold in the 10m air rifle mixed team event at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Cairo, setting a new world record score. India now leads the medal tally with four gold medals.

Sujeet and Abhimanyou Shine as India Secures Two Gold Medals At Asian Wrestling Championships

Sujeet and Abhimanyou Shine as India Secures Two Gold Medals At Asian Wrestling Championships

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

India's Sujeet and Abhimanyou secured gold medals in their respective freestyle categories at the Senior Asian Wrestling Championships, while Sandeep Mann won silver and Ankush took bronze.

Young Swimmers Complete Open Water Challenge In Arabian Sea

Young Swimmers Complete Open Water Challenge In Arabian Sea

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Two young swimmers from Thane, Vanshika Girish Iyer and Swaraj Sneha Gaurav Phadnis, have successfully completed a 21-kilometre open water swim in the Arabian Sea, setting a new record for the route.

Holders Stuttgart reach German Cup final with dramatic extra-time win over SC Freiburg

Holders Stuttgart reach German Cup final with dramatic extra-time win over SC Freiburg

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

German Cup holders VfB Stuttgart are back in the final after a late extra-time goal from Tiago Tomas earned the hosts a 2-1 win over Freiburg on Thursday to set up a decider with Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich.

How Akshay Sharma Secured His First PGTI Win In Five Years

How Akshay Sharma Secured His First PGTI Win In Five Years

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Akshay Sharma secured his third DP World PGTI title with a stellar performance, ending a five-year title drought. His error-free round of 64 led him to a one-shot victory over Dhruv Sheoran.

How India Secured Victory Over Canada In Thomas Cup

How India Secured Victory Over Canada In Thomas Cup

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

India secured a 4-1 victory against Canada in their opening Group A tie of the Thomas Cup Finals, with wins from Ayush Shetty and the doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty.

J&K Wrestler Hamam Hussain Wins Gold at Khelo India Tribal Games After Years of Struggle

J&K Wrestler Hamam Hussain Wins Gold at Khelo India Tribal Games After Years of Struggle

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

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.

Murali Sreeshankar Secures Long Jump Win in Athletics Series Comeback

Murali Sreeshankar Secures Long Jump Win in Athletics Series Comeback

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Murali Sreeshankar won the men's long jump at the Indian Athletics Series, marking a successful return after knee surgery. Other winners included Ancy Sojan in the women's long jump, Reagan Ganesh in pole vault, and Tamil Arasu in the 100m sprint.

India Secure Thomas Cup Victory Over Canada

India Secure Thomas Cup Victory Over Canada

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

India secured an unassailable 3-1 lead against Canada in their opening Group tie of the Thomas Cup Finals, with key wins from Ayush Shetty and the doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty.

Aditi Ashok Struggles At Chevron Championship; Nelly Korda Leads

Aditi Ashok Struggles At Chevron Championship; Nelly Korda Leads

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Aditi Ashok had a disappointing start at The Chevron Championship, while Nelly Korda leads the tournament after the first day.

Indian Hockey Teams Focus On Physical And Mental Fortitude

Indian Hockey Teams Focus On Physical And Mental Fortitude

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Indian junior women's hockey coach Tim White emphasises the need for physical improvement to match international standards, while senior team coach Sjoerd Marijne highlights the importance of mental resilience and finishing skills.

Shubhankar Sharma, Yuvraj Sandhu Off To Slow Starts At Volvo China Open

Shubhankar Sharma, Yuvraj Sandhu Off To Slow Starts At Volvo China Open

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Indian golfers Shubhankar Sharma and Yuvraj Sandhu had slow starts at the Volvo China Open in Shanghai, finishing T-48 and 153rd respectively after the opening round.

Commonwealth Youth Games Set for Malta and Gozo in 2025

Commonwealth Youth Games Set for Malta and Gozo in 2025

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

The eighth edition of the Commonwealth Youth Games will be held in Malta and Gozo from October 29 to November 4, 2025, featuring eight sports and a record-breaking para sport programme.

Abhay Singh Stuns Top Seed At Grasshopper Cup

Abhay Singh Stuns Top Seed At Grasshopper Cup

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Abhay Singh of India secured a significant victory against Egyptian world No. 13 Aly Abou Eleinen at the Grasshopper Cup squash tournament in Zurich, advancing to his first PSA Gold-level event quarterfinal.

IPL 2026: Can Mumbai Indians turn their fortunes against Sunrisers Hyderabad?

IPL 2026: Can Mumbai Indians turn their fortunes against Sunrisers Hyderabad?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Mumbai Indians will be looking to turn their fortunes around against Sunrisers Hyderabad in a crucial IPL clash. MI's campaign is at stake after a string of defeats, while SRH are in good form and aiming to continue their winning momentum.

Theegala And Rai Begin Zurich Classic With Solid Round

Theegala And Rai Begin Zurich Classic With Solid Round

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Sahith Theegala and Aaron Rai, golfers of Indian origin, made a steady start at the Zurich Classic, while Alex Smalley and Hayden Springer lead the tournament.

Indian-origin Bodhana Sivanandan Tops England's Female Chess Rankings

Indian-origin Bodhana Sivanandan Tops England's Female Chess Rankings

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Indian-origin chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan, 11, has become England's top-rated female player, surpassing established champions and breaking into the world's top 100.