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With hammer and pole, Anushka Yadav and Sindhushree G. break barriers

The two unheralded athletes have had to conquer adversity at several stages of their young lives. At the recent inter-State meet, they overcame significant odds to record unexpected National marks and earn the right to make their Asian Games debuts

11 Jul 2026 1:14 am
Unbreakable: how Jyothi Yarraji and coach James Hillier rebuilt Indias best 100m hurdler

The 26-year-old athletes world came crashing down last June when she tore her ACL. After chasing speed all her life, she had to endure a period of painful, stationary monotony. But thanks to a steady supply of blueberries, strawberries and chocolates from her coach, rigorous rehab and unwavering focus, Jyothi is back to winning ways

11 Jul 2026 1:09 am
Asunta seeks Sports Ministrys intervention; Tirkey hopes to resolve matter

The former India captain, in her letter, has pointed out the institutional protection of sexual harassment, intimidation and victimisation of women athletes in hockey

10 Jul 2026 8:21 pm
Mandhana's 56 not out carries India women to 122/3 against England at lunch

England elected to field once they won the toss, and the decision seemed vindicated as they reduced India to 37 for two, dismissing Shafali Verma and Yastika Bhatia inside seven overs

10 Jul 2026 7:13 pm
KCL third season auction on Saturday

The available purse with the franchises is as follows: Alleppey Ripples (42.5 lakh); Kochi Blue Tigers (41 lakh); Trivandrum Royals (39.5 lakh); Aries Kollam Sailors (34.5 lakh); Thrissur Titans (34.5 lakh); Calicut Globstars (33.75 lakh)

10 Jul 2026 7:09 pm
Football fans in Kerala transform their homes into colourful tributes to their teams

For these two fans, who live near Kochi, who have painted their houses in the colours of the countries they support in the FiFA World Cup, football is more than a seasonal obsession

10 Jul 2026 2:33 pm
King without the crown: Cristiano Ronaldos World Cup career in graphics

Portugals Round of 16 defeat to Spain brought an end to captain Cristiano Ronaldos World Cup career. Despite one of the greatest careers in football history, he retires from the tournament without ever winning the FIFA World Cup. Here is a graphical look at his career and achievements.

10 Jul 2026 1:15 pm
Big Bash League to open 2026 season with match in Chennai

PM Albanese announced with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the final day of his three-day visit to Australia.

10 Jul 2026 9:50 am
Redrawing Telanganas cricket map

For years, the States cricket story was largely confined to Hyderabad. The inaugural TG20, its first franchise-based T20 league, is beginning to change that by offering district cricketers a platform to showcase their talent before fans, selectors and IPL scouts alike.Anirudh Velamuriexplores how the tournament is opening new doors beyond the capital

10 Jul 2026 6:49 am
FIFA World Cup 2026 | Yamal's best 'yet to come,' warns Spain coach

Teen sensation Yamal powered Spain to glory at the European Championships two years ago, but has yet to fully shine at a World Cup where other marquee names like Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland are banging in goals.

10 Jul 2026 6:42 am
India win five medals, including a gold, on Day 1 of Asian U-23 Athletics Championships

Besides a gold, the Indians added one silver and three bronze medals on the opening day of competitions.

10 Jul 2026 4:50 am
India assured of eight medals in U-19 women's category at Asian U-19 and U-23 boxing C'ships

Chandrika Bhoresh Pujari (51kg) delivered a dominant 5:0 victory over Kazakhstans Zhadyra Kaltay, while Joyshree Devi (54kg) registered a convincing 5:0 win against Kazakhstans Maral Tolepbergen

10 Jul 2026 4:42 am
Russia to take on World Athletics at CAS over ban

The IOC said individual sports could decide whether to allow the flag and anthem at their own events or stage competitions in Russia

10 Jul 2026 4:37 am
Disappointing day for Indian recurve archers

The mens team suffered a 0-6 defeat, while the womens side lost 2-6

10 Jul 2026 4:12 am
Prabhsimran credits Yuvraj, Ponting for his improvement

He has been picked for the three T20Is in Zimbabwe as the second wicket-keeper batter in the side after Ishan Kishan, with Sanju Samson surprisingly left out of the squad.

10 Jul 2026 2:53 am
This hit-and-miss penalty technique can make the World Cup's best players look cool or silly

Nicknamed the paradinha, Portuguese for little stop, it was made famous by Pel and continued by a young Neymar when he was being hailed as an heir to the three-time World Cup winner

10 Jul 2026 2:23 am
It is a big moment for all of us, says Harmanpreet on Womens Test at Lords

She would love to have more Tests for women. Since the last time the Indian women toured England for a Test, in 2021, they have played only five more

10 Jul 2026 1:45 am
Gambhirsfumbling and bungling India

Of all the failures that have liberally dotted the coachs brief tenure, the most chastening will be the 2-0 rout in Ireland, followed closely by 76 all out against England in Nottingham; several of Indias methods in the last couple of years have been steeped in madness that is all too visible

10 Jul 2026 12:34 am
FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 | Footballs old gods are being claimed by time

FOOTBALL | This World Cup has exposed the mortality of men who once seemed immune to it

9 Jul 2026 9:21 pm
Data: Ranking the favourites in the FIFA World Cup

Spain, France and Argentina lead the quarter-final pack, with Elo ratings, goals and xG all pointing to the likeliest World Cup favourites

9 Jul 2026 7:59 pm
Neymar Jr. : World Cup career in graphics

After Brazil lost to Norway in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match, star player Neymar Junior bid adieu to international football after 16 years with the team. Heres a graphical look at his career.

9 Jul 2026 4:52 pm
Where to eat in Boston before the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal

Ahead of the France vs Morocco clash in Boston, fuel up on buttery lobster rolls and steaming clam chowder with a side of history, before venturing into the citys lesser-known neighbourhoods for vibrant ethnic cuisine

9 Jul 2026 2:32 pm
France vs Morocco World Cup quarterfinal: African side looks to exact revenge

Didier Deschamps side has reached the last eight with a blend of control and attacking force, but its 1-0 win over Paraguay in the round of 16 was an uncomfortable one

9 Jul 2026 1:28 pm
Egyptian Football Association cannot remain silent about officiating in loss to Argentina

Egypt coach Hossam Hassan and several players criticised the officiating after being left in disbelief as Argentina scored three unanswered goals in 13 minutes to pull off one of the biggest comebacks in World Cup history

9 Jul 2026 10:36 am
FIFA's Infantino targeted by complaint to Olympic ethics body after Trump lobbying on Balogun ban

The IOC cites neutrality among fundamental principles of Olympism for sports bodies like FIFA, and has jurisdiction over Infantino since he joined its exclusive group of 100-plus invited members in 2020

9 Jul 2026 10:25 am
Prime Volleyball League gets FIVB recognition; Season 5 from November 30

The season 5 players' auction will be held in Goa on August 17 where franchises will assemble their squads for the upcoming season from a pool of India's top volleyball talent

9 Jul 2026 3:52 am
Australia womens cricket team: setting the gold standard

For Australia, which has been used to consistent success, a run without a title for three years would have been a bitter pill to swallow; however, its T20 World Cup triumph during the transition phase makes it the team to beat

9 Jul 2026 12:25 am
I want to fine-tune my game against spin: Sai Sudharsan

The 24-year-old says he is working towards becoming the best version of himself; the southpaw terms the Sri Lanka experience invaluable

8 Jul 2026 11:47 pm
FIFA World Cup 2026 | Morocco looks to exact revenge on France

Didier Deschamps side has reached the last eight with a blend of control and attacking force, but its 1-0 win over Paraguay in the round of 16 was an uncomfortable one

8 Jul 2026 10:50 pm