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Tazmin Brits excited about the chance to feature in 2028 Olympics

Tazmin Brits hopes to make the South African Olympic team after a road accident sidelined her from the 2012 London Olympics, where she competed in javelin

3 Jul 2026 9:11 pm
Durand Cup: Mohun Bagan to take on East Bengal in opening match

The competition will feature 24 teams divided into six groups across five host cities. As in recent years, Kolkata will remain the tournaments hub

3 Jul 2026 8:23 pm
FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 | France is bossing it but Paraguay may be no pushover

Gustavo Alfaros side has already authored the shock of the tournament by dumping out Germany

3 Jul 2026 8:21 pm
After GM title, Ethan dreams of being the best in the world

The 14-year-olds immediate objective is to continue improving by competing regularly in strong tournaments against elite opposition

3 Jul 2026 5:41 pm
FIFA World Cup 2026: Croatia coach Dalic slams 'bad refereeing' in 2-1 loss to Portugal

It was very bad refereeing, Zlatko Dalic told reporters, saying he felt his team should have been given more free kicks.

3 Jul 2026 5:11 pm
Riyad Mahrez retires from Algeria national team after World Cup elimination

The 35-year-old forward retires with the second-most appearances for Algeria (119) and the second-most goals (40)

3 Jul 2026 5:04 pm
Germany coach Nagelsmann steps down after FIFA World Cup exit; DFB talking to Klopp

Germany's defeat to Paraguay in the Round of 32 marked a third consecutive disappointing World Cup campaign

3 Jul 2026 4:58 pm
Spain goalkeeper Unai Simn sets World Cup record with 519 straight scoreless minutes in net

Spain goalkeeper Unai Simn has the longest shutout streak in World Cup history

3 Jul 2026 4:51 pm
Chessworld AI becomes official technology partner of Karnataka State Chess Association, start-up supported by Elevate

Chessworld AI will introduce an integrated digital platform for tournament registrations, player and tournament management, digitisation of over-the-board games, AI-powered game analysis, and personalised learning tools for players.

3 Jul 2026 3:44 pm
Eastern heat threatens FIFA World Cup players and fans

Forecasters say the hottest World Cup tournament match so far this year could hit Saturday afternoon, during the knockout round game between France and Paraguay in Philadelphia

3 Jul 2026 3:02 pm
Ireland will be more acceptable as opposition after series win over India: CI chief O'Donnell

Ireland stunned India 2-0 recently at Belfast to register their first ever series win over the reigning T20 world champions in any format.

3 Jul 2026 12:58 pm
FIFA World Cup 2026: Slick Switzerland sweep past Algeria into World Cup last 16

Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye scored to ensure Switzerland advances; the team will meet Ghana or Colombia in the next round

3 Jul 2026 11:07 am
FIFA World Cup | Switzerland vs Algeria LIVE: Swiss to face familiar foe in Algeria World Cup showdown

The World Cup clash will not be the first time that current Swiss coach Murat Yakin has faced Petkovic, with the two pitted against each other when coaching in the Swiss league

3 Jul 2026 7:45 am
FIFA World Cup | Ramos, Ronaldo score as Portugal comes back to beat Croatia 2-1

The game ended in controversy as Croatia thought it had tied things up 2-2 in the very last moments, but Mario Pasalic was called offside as VAR ruled no goal

3 Jul 2026 7:09 am
FIFA World Cup Round of 32 LIVE updates: Portugal vs Croatia knockout clash

Leao joins the Portugal attack alongside Ronaldo and Neto against unchanged Croatia

3 Jul 2026 4:19 am
Tanvi Khanna enters womens final of HCL Squash PSA Challenger Tour-Mumbai

In the mens draw, top seed Velavan Senthilkumar bowed out after a disappointing semifinal defeat to second seed Yassin Shohdy of Egypt

3 Jul 2026 3:39 am
Womens T20 World Cup: Skipper Sciver-Brunts knock takes England into the final

Once the skipper Laura Wolvaardt fell to a superb catch by Sophie Ecclestone off Linsey Smith, the South African innings fell apart

3 Jul 2026 3:26 am
FIFA World Cup 2026 | Mikel Oyarzabal nets 2 as Spain roll past Austria into round of 16

Spain have now outscored their opponents 8-0 while continuing their run as one of two teams yet to concede at this World Cup, alongside Mexico

3 Jul 2026 3:01 am
India remains on top in AIU's June list of global dope offenders

India has ranked in the top two for the most Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs) in athletics between 2022 and 2025

3 Jul 2026 1:39 am
FIFA World Cup LIVE updates Round of 32: Spain vs Austria match under way

Spain made two changes, Yamal starts in attack; Austria made three changes

3 Jul 2026 12:59 am
EllysePerry and Ashleigh Gardner linchpins of an imperious Aussie machine

The all-rounders have shown time and again that they are among the creme de la creme of elite cricket; they are now one hurdle away from adding another T20 World Cup to their cabinets

3 Jul 2026 12:42 am
FIFA World Cup 2026: A clash of styles as Australia meets Egypt

With Argentina likely waiting in the next round, both sides know this may be the match that defines their tournament

2 Jul 2026 9:54 pm
FIFA World Cup 2026 | When the going got tough, our players showed up, says England coach Tuchel on comeback win over DR Congo

England created a string of chances but was repeatedly denied by DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi before Harry Kane finally levelled

2 Jul 2026 7:50 pm
In Focus Podcast | Has the 48-team World Cup made the tournament better?

The 2026 World Cup has expanded to 48 teams, sparking debate about its impact. Join host N. Sudarshan and guests Pradhyum Reddy and Lallianzuala Chhangte as they explore the excitement and concerns.

2 Jul 2026 6:45 pm
India's two Test tour of Sri Lanka starts August 15

India, who have made two finals but never won the World Test Championship title, are currently fifth in the standings, while Sri Lanka are sixth

2 Jul 2026 5:20 pm
ICCs Return to Play Post-Pregnancy guidelines | Explained

After 30 action-packed matches, the stage is set for a crowing of the new Womens T20 World Cup champions. The lively tournament spotlighted the ever-growing sport and the need to offer a level playing field for the women who hit the 22 yards. A new policy introduced by the ICC promises to do just that

2 Jul 2026 10:53 am
10-man U.S. earn 2-0 win over Bosnia, charge into round of 16

The United States earned their first knockout-round victory since 2002

2 Jul 2026 8:17 am
FIFA World Cup Round of 32 LIVE: USA vs Bosnia-Herzegovina knockout clash under way

USA still have just one knockout win in World Cup history so far

2 Jul 2026 6:01 am
FIFA World Cup 2026 | Belgium stage stunning comeback to sink Senegal in extra time

Senegal became the fourth African side to bow out in a narrow defeat in the knockout stage

2 Jul 2026 4:59 am
Former champion Krejcikova rallies past Andreeva into Wimbledon third round

Andreeva saved six match points in the decider, but was not able to stop Krejcikova from crossing the finish line and claim only her second victory over the youngster

2 Jul 2026 1:41 am
FIFA World Cup LIVE updates Round of 32: Senegal ready to face Belgium after difficult group stage

Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly out with injury; Belgium retains starting lineup

2 Jul 2026 1:16 am
ENG vs IND 1st T20I: Rain delays Englands innings after India scores 189/7

India, coming off a 0-2 series loss to Ireland, made a poor start as they slipped to 6 for two but half-centuries from skipper Shreyas Iyer (68) and Abhishek Sharma (59) propelled them to a competitive total

2 Jul 2026 12:21 am
FIFA World Cup 2026 | Kane magic helps England surmount DR Congo

The Leopards draw first blood with Cipengas strike and then baulk waves of attacks with goalkeeper Mpasi outstanding under the bar until the Three Lions skipper plays his part

2 Jul 2026 12:14 am
An adventorous ride from anonymity to amazing

History will regard Stokes as a great cricketer, with great being used in its purest and most unadulterated form. There are few sights in cricket of a recent vintage to match him on a cricket field

2 Jul 2026 12:09 am
England skipper Sciver-Brunt expects a tough fight from South Africa

For us, it has been a brilliant experience playing at home, in front of families and friends, says Nat Sciver-Brunt

1 Jul 2026 11:15 pm
Womens T20 World Cup: South Africa has its task cut out against England

South Africa is one side that has caused problems for the English women at ICC events

1 Jul 2026 10:24 pm
Womens T20 World Cup | What Sthalekar is up to these days: planning cricket tours

The 46-year-old has brought in a group of cricket fans from around the world; the former Australia captain is the co-founder of Around the Wicket

1 Jul 2026 9:20 pm
Joining an elite list, Savita Punia prefers to focus on the road ahead

Only the sixth woman hockeyplayer to get a Padma Shri, the 35-year-old looks back at her 23-year-old journey in the sport

1 Jul 2026 8:57 pm