Suryakumar Yadav reveals a team superstition involving a hotel change before the T20 World Cup semi-final against England, which he believes contributed to India's victory. He also addresses the perceived jinx of playing at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
India face Vietnam in their opening match of the AFC Women's Asian Cup, with concerns over India's lack of international game time.
India opener Sanju Samson is among the nominees for the T20 World Cup Player of the Tournament, alongside other top performers like Will Jacks and Sahibzada Farhan.
Kosovo, Italy, Czech Republic, and Bosnia and Herzegovina have advanced to the World Cup playoff finals after securing victories in their respective semi-final matches. Thrilling encounters saw underdog triumphs and penalty shootout drama.
Abhishek Sharma was shown no mercy by fans who took to X to criticise the batter for another failure at the 2026 T20 World Cup.
Indian shooters faced disappointment in the men's 10m air pistol event at the ISSF World Cup, with none of the three participants qualifying for the finals after their mixed team gold win.
Indian trap shooters Kynan Chenai and Aashima Ahlawat narrowly missed qualifying for the finals at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier, Morocco, while other Indian participants also failed to advance.
Indian trap shooters are aiming for a better performance at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier after a disappointing showing from the skeet team. Key athletes like Bhowneesh Mendiratta, Prithviraj Tondaiman, and Kynan Chenai are set to compete.
Sanju Samson praises his opening partner Abhishek Sharma, highlighting their explosive partnership and the Kerala-Punjabi friendship that underpins their success after India's T20 World Cup victory.
India's foreign trap coach Peter Wilson explains Zoravar Singh Sandhu's absence from the ISSF Shotgun World Cup, citing workload management. The team aims to avoid burnout ahead of the 2028 Olympics qualification.
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.
Shivam Dube's consistent and crucial contributions often went unnoticed during India's victorious T20 World Cup campaign, despite his significant impact on the team's success.
Sanju Samson, fresh from India's T20 World Cup victory, reveals how a change in approach and crucial advice from Sachin Tendulkar helped him regain form and contribute to the team's success.
Sri Lanka didn't have the best of preparations for the T20 showpiece as they were whitewashed 0-3 by England in a home T20 series. Ireland will be led by veteran Paul Stirling and feature key players like Harry Tector and Josh Little.
Entering most ICC events, especially T20 World Cups, as pre-tournament favourites, India could not break free from that prison of expectations on a number of occasions despite being armed with star power and depth.
The Indian women's football team suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat against Vietnam in their opening match of the AFC Asian Cup, conceding a late goal in injury time.
India vs Pakistan, T20 World Cup: Abhishek Sharma falls for another duck in tournament
Pakistan's cricket team is preparing for the T20 World Cup, including a potential match against India, pending government approval.
England narrowly defeated Nepal in their T20 World Cup opener after a spirited performance from the Nepal team, with England's Harry Brook expressing surprise at Nepal's aggressive approach against Adil Rashid.
Defending champions India have unveiled a well-rounded 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup
Abhishek Sharma overcame a nightmare start to smash a match-defining fifty in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final, earning praise from former Australia wicketkeeper Brad Haddin after India's title triumph.
Bhowneesh Mendiratta leads a 12-member Indian squad at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier, Morocco, marking the start of the qualification cycle for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.
In a 40-minute special presentation during the inaugural ceremony, prominent artistes of the state will present the musical tribute.
Indian trap shooters failed to reach the finals in both the men's and women's events at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier, Morocco. Kynan Chenai was the highest-placed Indian in the men's event, finishing 13th, while Aashima Ahlawat finished 14th in the women's event.
Skipper Suryakumar Yadav says India will consider playing two spinners in the T20 World Cup if the situation demands, highlighting the team's strong spin bowling options and flexible batting lineup.
Indian midfielder Baljeet Kaur expresses confidence in the women's hockey team's chances at the FIH World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, highlighting the team's youth and speed as key assets.
Bangladesh and the Netherlands have booked two of the four available spots at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026.
Hugo Tani-Kelly created history as the first batter from Japan to score a century at the Under-19 World Cup.
India's skeet shooters are set to compete against a strong international field at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier, Morocco. The event features Olympic and world champions, marking a competitive start to the season as athletes begin their journey towards Olympic qualification.
Abhishek Sharma played a memorable innings in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 final, smashing a half-century in just 18 balls, providing India with early momentum.
Former India cricketer Abhishek Nayar has raised concerns about the performance of India's opening batsmen, Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma, in the T20 World Cup, particularly their struggles against off-spin. Their difficulties could impact India's chances as they navigate the Super Eight stage and face upcoming challenges.
Abhishek Sharma has proved to be unstoppable with the bat for India in T20 Internationals, hitting 1297 runs in 33 matches at a strike rate of 194.74.
Scotland, a late entry into the T20 World Cup, is set to face West Indies in their opening match. Scotland aims to prove their worth and cause upsets against higher-ranked teams, while West Indies look to leverage their experience and firepower.
Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Tuesday there was "no risk" to fans coming to the country for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, after violence erupted following the capture and death of Mexico's most-wanted cartel leader, notably in Jalisco state.
Eighteen months of preparation hang in the balance at a Tucson-based multi-use sports facility, where organisers say they remain in daily contact with FIFA about hosting Iran's national soccer team, even as geopolitical turmoil threatens to upend their World Cup plans.
India needs at least a draw against Wales to qualify for the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers semifinal, with their fate also depending on the Scotland vs. Uruguay match.
Jasprit Bumrah, Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan, and Hardik Pandya have been named in the ICC's Team of the 2026 T20 World Cup after India's record-breaking victory.
Indian men's cricket team players took to their respective social media handles to celebrate the team's T20 World Cup 2026 victory as the Suryakumar Yadav-led team defeated New Zealand in the final at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday.
Ishan Kishan opens up about his emotional journey during the T20 World Cup, revealing the personal loss he faced and how he channelled his grief into a match-winning performance.
Portugal's football team faces Uzbekistan in their next World Cup match, needing a significant improvement in their attacking performance after a disappointing 1-1 draw with DR Congo.
