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Ranji Trophy: Vimal,Pradoshlead Tamil Nadus strong reply against Baroda

The opener makes full use of a flat pitch to notch up 182 in 334 balls; the two left-handed batters add 144 for the second wicket; the home team ends the third day on 411 for seven and takes the first-innings lead

31 Jan 2026 9:56 pm
TTFI forms a three-member enquiry committee

The committee will investigate allegations against Kamlesh Mehta, who was suspended from his position as Secretary General during the annual general meeting on Wednesday

31 Jan 2026 9:22 pm
Cycling | Track Asia Cup: Double delight for India as Rojit and Celestina triumph

The home team also finishes first (15 gold, 14 silver, and 10 bronze medals) while Indonesia is second (five gold, one silver, and two bronze)

31 Jan 2026 9:12 pm
Ranji Trophy: Kandpal and Dosejas gritty stand keeps Delhi afloat against Mumbai

The away team ends the penultimate day 110 runs ahead with six wickets in hand; Mehras five-for restricts the hosts first-inning lead to 96

31 Jan 2026 8:54 pm
Ranji Trophy: Karnataka needs something special on the final day to avoid early exit

The visitors secure a slender first-innings lead; Punjab reaches 119 for three in its second essay, with skipper Uday Saharan unbeaten on 63

31 Jan 2026 8:48 pm
IND vs NZ 5th T20I | India win toss, opt to bat against New Zealand

India made three changes, bringing back Axar Patel, Ishan Kishan and Varun Chakravarthy.

31 Jan 2026 7:21 pm
RANJI TROPHY | Kerala turns the screws on Goa with a hefty first-innings lead

CRICKET | Skipper Vishnu leads the way with a breezy hundred with his middle-order alliances wth Ahammed and Ankit cementing the visitors ascendancy

31 Jan 2026 5:56 pm
ICC T20 World Cup: Injured Pat Cummins out of squad, Dwarshuis in

Matt Renshaw also replaced fellow batter Matthew Short but veteran Steve Smith could not break into the World Cup squad despite his strong form in the Big Bash League

31 Jan 2026 2:01 pm
ICC Under-19 World Cup: India eyes Asia Cup final revenge against Pakistan

India are also likely to continue with their 'no handshake' policy with Pakistan in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack and the ensuing Operation Sindoor

31 Jan 2026 12:48 pm
Rival TTFI factions pull in different directions

In her AGM notice dated January 6, Ms. Ahlawat cited the secretary-generals inaction as the reason for convening the meeting herself.

31 Jan 2026 7:36 am
Its not very nice to change the country you represent: WGM Sara Khadem on leaving Iran for Spain

The 28-year-old was forced out of Iran after playing in the 2022 World Rapid and Blitz Championships without wearing a headscarf. She talks about her courageous decision, her life in Spain, the quality of chess in both countries, her experience of competing in the Global Chess League, and dealing with her sons cheeky Spanish

30 Jan 2026 11:53 pm
Ranji Trophy | VimalandAthishhelp Tamil Nadu fight back afterAtitscentury

The openers take the home team to 118 for no loss at stumps on day two;the overnight Baroda batter steers his side to a first-innings total of 375; rookie spinner Hemchudeshan stars for the hosts with a six-wicket haul

30 Jan 2026 11:45 pm
Last chance for India, New Zealand to fine-tune preparations for the T20 World Cup

Two of the three fastest T20I fifties in India have come during this series with New Zealand

30 Jan 2026 11:43 pm
Ranji Trophy | Akash,Shahbazsfive-forshelp Bengal tighten its grip on Haryana

The host folds upinside 32 oversfor a meagre 100;SudipandAbhimanyustitch together a 109-run stand in the second essay as the visiting side leads by 248 with seven wickets in hand at stumps on day two

30 Jan 2026 11:41 pm
Has Manchester United found its Mr. Right in Michael Carrick?

The former Red Devils midfielder has made a stunning start to life as caretaker manager, guiding the club to wins over Man. City and Arsenal. Owing to the quality of football on display and the change in mood around Old Trafford, there is already speculation over whether the 44-year-old deserves to remain in the role beyond the end of the season

30 Jan 2026 11:37 pm
Ranji Trophy | AbhirathandHimatejastons help Hyderabad take control against Chhattisgarh

Aman and Pragnay also notch up half-centuries as the home batters grind it out without any urgency

30 Jan 2026 11:15 pm
Ranji Trophy | Karnataka on course for first innings lead but it may not be enough to take it to the knockouts

Openers Rahul andMayankput on a century partnershipbefore the Punjab bowlers strike to have the visitors in a spot of bother leavingShreyasandKruthikto stonewall

30 Jan 2026 8:06 pm
WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants elect to bat against MI in virtual quarterfinal

Both teams remained unchanged in their last league match of the season which is a virtual quarterfinal with the winners set to advance into Tuesdays (February 3, 2026) Eliminator

30 Jan 2026 7:35 pm
Ranji Trophy | Lads timely century gives Mumbai the lead over Delhi

The skipper notches up his fifth hundred of the season as the home team reaches 266 for five; Musheer (57) and Parkar (53 batting) chip in with valuable knocks as the host has a 45-run advantage going into day three

30 Jan 2026 7:09 pm
Ranji Trophy: Rohans free-flowing hundred puts Kerala in a position of strength

The away side reaches 237 for two at the end of the second day, 119 runs away from claiming the first-innings lead; wicketkeeper-batter Samars unbeaten 55 lifts Goa to 355

30 Jan 2026 6:19 pm
Not the end of the road for Manpreet, others: Hockey India

The Federation could be looking at working a way out to allow an honourable exit to the players, specially Manpreet, by including them for the Asian Games making it clear it would be their farewell event

30 Jan 2026 5:39 pm
Australian Open 2026: Carlos Alcaraz outlasts Zverev in five sets to enter maiden final

The world number one outlasted the German third seed over a titanic 5 hours 27 minutes in blazing hot conditions

30 Jan 2026 2:59 pm
At 15, Rhea Nadkarnis ambitions with cricket ball are bigger

For now, the focus is February 2, when she returns to Mumbai for the Speed Queen finals

30 Jan 2026 1:21 pm
Differences within Table Tennis Federation of India out in the open

While the Annual General Meeting convened by president Meghana Ahlawat suspended secretary-general Kamlesh Mehta, a Special General Meeting convened by Mehta last week had questioned the legality of the AGM in itself

30 Jan 2026 12:10 pm
Manpreet Singh, two others were dropped due to disciplinary issues: Team sources

A serious case of indiscipline surfaced during the tour, following which Manpreet, Dilpreet Singh and goalkeeper Krishan Bahadur Pathak were omitted from the probables' list

30 Jan 2026 10:27 am
WPL 2026: After the deKlerkshow, Harris and Smriti take over forRCB

The comprehensive eight-wicket victory ensures the Bengaluru team a berth in the final; the U.P.Warriorzbatters falter after a 74-run opening partnership betweenDeeptiand Lanning; Smritis decision to bowl first justified

30 Jan 2026 2:10 am
Samson extraordinarily gifted, frustratingly inconsistent

He hasnt had a single score of substance in the ongoing series against the Kiwis;Kishansown sustained telling touch, coupled with the Kerala batters fumbling returns, have opened up a race that didnt seem possible even a month back

30 Jan 2026 12:04 am
RANJI TROPHY | Avasthis incisive spell swings it Mumbais way after Sangwans ton for Delhi

The visitor suffers early setback before the second-wicket century steadies proceedings thanks mainly due to the host pacers straying in length; play called off due to poor visibility caused by dusty conditions during the extended half-hour

29 Jan 2026 6:26 pm
Bangladesh approves shooting team's India tour

Bangladesh said a three-member contingent comprising shooter Robiul Islam, his coach Sharmin Akhter and jury member Saima Feroze had received Sports Ministry approval to compete in Delhi.

29 Jan 2026 5:35 pm