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FIFA boss Infantino criticises unacceptable Senegal conduct at chaotic Africa Cup final

The ugly scenes witnessed must be condemned and never repeated, the FIFA leader posted on his Instagram account

20 Jan 2026 2:55 pm
I thought its enough. I cant push it anymore: Saina Nehwal confirms retirement from badminton

The former world No. 1 said the decision was forced by a severe degeneration of her knee, which made sustained high-intensity training impossible

20 Jan 2026 6:57 am
Manini, Aishwary top 50m rifle prone on first day of National Selection Trials

Manini topped the women's 50m rifle prone T1 with a total of 625.0, built on a composed and balanced series-by-series performance of 104.7, 104.2, 102.3, 104.6, 104.2, and 105

20 Jan 2026 3:25 am
No rest, Gill to play Punjab's Ranji game from January 22

Punjab are currently placed sixth in Group B with 11 points from five matches

20 Jan 2026 3:22 am
Barcelona's 11-game winning streak ends with 2-1 loss at Real Sociedad in Spanish league

The loss left the Catalan club one point ahead of second-place Real Madrid, which beat Levante 2-0 at home on Saturday (January 17)

20 Jan 2026 2:56 am
We believe in each other, wanted to bring a white ball trophy home: Vidarbha coach Ghani

Support is the key word for Ghani, a trait he thinks helps the team consistently rise above situations and fancied teams

20 Jan 2026 2:36 am
Steve Smith eyes 2028 Olympics but reckons ship has sailed for big T20I tournaments

Smith acknowledged that his chances in major Australian tournaments may be limited, but he's focused on enjoying cricket, performing well, and aiming for a spot in the team for the 2028 LA Olympics

20 Jan 2026 2:24 am
Jaded-ja?

The 37-year-olds poor returns with bat and ball in the 50-over format in consecutive three-match jousts at home, against South Africa and New Zealand, have put him under the scanner

20 Jan 2026 12:05 am
WPL-4: Gautami, bowlers ensure RCB becomes first team to seal playoffs spot

The No. 4 batter stitches together handy partnerships of 60 and 69 with Smriti and Richa, respectively; Sayali scalps three while fellow medium-pacer de Klerk chips in with a couple; Gardners all-round show not enough for Giants

19 Jan 2026 11:27 pm
Watch: The chessmaster and his moves: Viswanathan Anand, K.C. Vijaya Kumar

Viswanathan Anand on his legendary games and his approach to life on and off the board, in conversation with K.C. Vijaya Kumar

19 Jan 2026 6:56 pm
Kiwis get their tactics spot on; a timely wake-up call for India

New Zealands success was built on method and clarity, with Daryl Mitchell at the centre of it

19 Jan 2026 6:16 pm
IND vs NZ ODI series: Very significant victory for us, says Daryl Mitchell

New Zealands Mr. Consistent Daryl Mitchell spoke about the significance of the triumph and also the joy of playing in the country

19 Jan 2026 1:02 pm
IND vs NZ ODI series: India never began well, youngsters need to emulate Kohlis mindset, says Gavaskar

The legendary former batter lauded Kohli for trying till the end and urged the others to emulate his mindset and consistency

19 Jan 2026 11:45 am
Senegal defeats Morocco to win Africa Cup after calling off walk-off protest over controversial penalty

Senegals players walked off the pitch to protest a penalty decision deep into stoppage time; they returned 14 minutes later and goalkeeper Edouard Mendy saved the penalty kick from Brahim Diaz

19 Jan 2026 11:19 am
Final call on Bangladeshs T20 World Cup participation to be taken on January 21

If Bangladesh refuses to send their team to India, ICC is likely to name a replacement, and as per current rankings, it could be Scotland

19 Jan 2026 10:15 am
Virat Kohlis batting a plus but lots of areas need improvement, says Shubman Gill

Kohli struck his record-extending 54th ODI ton but India lost by 41 runs in a steep run chase of 338

19 Jan 2026 7:13 am
Smriti Mandhana praises RCB's bowling unit after dominant win over DC

Mandhana said chasing made batting easier, as it helped her decide which bowlers to attack and defend against

19 Jan 2026 3:19 am
Aman Mokhade becomes third batter to score 800-plus runs in single Vijay Hazare Trophy edition

Mokhade has scored 814 runs in 10 innings at an average of 90.44, with a strike rate of over 109

19 Jan 2026 3:11 am
Ball girl collapses in Australian Open heat as players rush to help

The incident happened as Russian 11th seed Alexandrova was serving in the second set with the girl falling onto her back while standing at the base of the umpire's chair

19 Jan 2026 3:03 am
Jordi Cruyff appointed Ajax technical director

Cruyff will start his new role on February 1 on a contract which runs until June 2028

19 Jan 2026 2:56 am
Glasner feels 'abandoned' by Palace hierarchy

Glasner had to cope without captain Marc Guehi with the centre-back set to join Manchester City

19 Jan 2026 2:46 am
Toppmoller out as Eintracht Frankfurt coach ahead of crucial Champions League games

U21 coach Dennis Schmitt and U19 coach Alexander Meier take temporary charge of Frankfurt ahead of Wednesday's (January 21) Champions League game at Azerbaijani club Qarabag

19 Jan 2026 2:41 am
Mens HIL | Lancers shoot out Dragons; Tigers rally to beat Pipers

In the shootout, Cooper Burns, Angad Bir Singh, Antoine Kina, and Arthur van Doren scored for the host

18 Jan 2026 9:51 pm
India Open: An retains title with a scintillating display

The Korean World No. 1 proves too good for the second-ranked Wang; Lin upsets Christie in the mens singles summit clash

18 Jan 2026 6:10 pm
18 Jan 2026 5:01 pm
Australian Open 2026: Ball girl collapses due to heat as players rush to help

The incident happened as Russian 11th seed Alexandrova was serving during the second set with the girl falling onto her back while standing at the base of the umpires chair

18 Jan 2026 2:29 pm
The Chessmaster and His Moves

A conversation on strategy, discipline, and the mind of a champion, exploring the stories behind. Viswanathan Anands legendary games and his approach to life on and off the board. Viswanathan Anand in conversation with K.C. Vijaya Kumar.

18 Jan 2026 2:06 pm
IND vs NZ third ODI: India wins toss, opts to bowl against New Zealand

India makes one change bringing in Arshdeep Singh in place of Prasidh Krishna while New Zealands team remain unchanged

18 Jan 2026 1:23 pm
ICC T20 World Cup: Englands Pakistan origin players receive visas, others to get soon

Visa arrangements are currently underway for players and officials of Pakistan nationality or origin who are part of teams from United Arab Emirates, the United States of America, Italy, Bangladesh and Canada

18 Jan 2026 1:05 pm
Australian Open: Fans frustrated by long queues, ticket sales halt on day one

With heightened security at the event in the wake of the Bondi Beach shooting in Sydney last month, hundreds of spectators gathered outside the venue in hot weather

18 Jan 2026 10:23 am
IND vs NZ 3rd ODI Match Preview | Another run-fest on the cards in series decider

With the conditions easing under lights, Will Youngs fluent 87 and Daryl Mitchells sensational unbeaten knock of 131 powered the Kiwis home with seven wickets and 15 balls to spare.

18 Jan 2026 6:09 am
Indian footballer Manisha Kalyan joins Peruvian club Alianza Lima

Manisha had earlier made history by becoming the first Indian footballer to compete in the UEFA Women's Champions League

18 Jan 2026 4:05 am
Vijender Singh appointed to Asian Boxing Council

Vijender, India's first Olympic medallist in boxing, brings with him nearly two decades of experience at the highest level of the sport, both in amateur and professional boxing

18 Jan 2026 3:59 am
Man United stuns Man City 2-0 in Michael Carrick's first game in charge

Victory had United fans singing in full voice inside Old Trafford and drowning out their fierce cross-city rivals

18 Jan 2026 3:34 am
WPL-4: Smriti, Voll make it four out of four for Royal Challengers

Bell, Sayali scalp three each as the Bengaluru team bowls out Delhi Capitals for 166 despite ShafalIs brilliance

18 Jan 2026 12:11 am
Bangladesh ask ICC to swap group with Ireland, relocate T20 WC matches to Sri Lanka

Ireland are in Group B alongside Sri Lanka, Australia, Oman, and Zimbabwe and their matches are scheduled in Colombo and Pallekele

18 Jan 2026 12:09 am
IND vs NZ third ODI | Phillips & Co. not stressing on making history

India is an incredibly tough place to play, and theyre a world-class side. We know well have to be at our absolute best to beat them on any given day, Phillips said

17 Jan 2026 11:32 pm