The Times of India

American teenager Garret Tan stunned Lakshya Sen, the 14th seed and the 2021 World Championships bronze medallist, in a thrilling three-set match at the Delhi World Championships. Overcoming crowd pressure, a head injury and Sens aggressive play, Tan triumphed 19-21, 21-19, 21-17, marking the biggest win of his career.

In a thrilling Pool D showdown, India triumphed over Pakistan with a score of 5-3. With Harmanpreet Singh and Abhishek each netting two goals, India showcased their strength. Pakistan's Hannan Shahid and Sufyan Khan put up a valiant effort by scoring, yet India held their ground during the nail-biting final quarter, securing their advancement to the next stage of the World Cup.

Ayush Shetty and PV Sindhu advanced to the BWF World Championships pre-quarterfinals with straight-game wins. Shetty beat Dumindu Abeywickrama and will face Alwi Farhan next, while Sindhu defeated Wen Yu Zhang. Lakshya Sen suffered a three-game upset against Garret Tan, and Unnati Hooda lost a close battle to Michelle Li. India also progressed in mixed and mens doubles.

Lakshya Sen opens up after a hard-fought three-game defeat, discussing his opponents solid performance, exhaustion, missed opportunities and the challenges he faced during the match.

India produced a dominant performance in Galle to secure an emphatic win over Sri Lanka in the first Test. From Manav Suthars breakthrough to Indias spin attack, batting performances and key tactical calls, here are the biggest takeaways from the match.

KL Rahul reflects on Indias Test victory in Galle, praises Devdutt Padikkals maiden Test century and explains what makes Manav Suthar so effective. Rahul also discusses Indias preparation for spin, the teams first-class and India A structure, and the importance of preparation in Test cricket.

Ukrainian badminton players Yevheniia Kantemyr and Polina Buhrova were forced to flee their war-torn hometown of Kharkiv to continue their careers in Italy. Despite personal loss and displacement, they are competing at the BWF World Championships in New Delhi, proudly representing Ukraine and voicing strong opposition to Russian athletes' participation in sport.

The 165-run win over Sri Lanka on Day 5 gives India one too many positives from Galle that they would love to carry to Colombo. Devdutt Padikkal's sublime century in the first innings, Manav Suthar's ten-wicket haul and Prasidh Krishna's steady improvement hint that India's Test team is shaping up really well under captain Shubman Gill.

Manav Suthar became the youngest Indian to take ten wickets in an away Test. His performance secured India's victory against Sri Lanka in Galle. Suthar joined an elite group of Indian spinners with this achievement. Captain Shubman Gill praised the young bowler's promising future contributions. This win earned India crucial World Test Championship points.

With Sri Lanka chasing 372, Dickwella and Jaiswal exchanged words during the 60th over, with Jaiswal challenging the left-hander to attack India's bowling.

None of the current crop of Indian players has faced Pakistan in a hockey World Cup before. But they have someone in their corner who knows exactly what such a contest entails.

In a remarkable feat, Rishabh Pant has now taken the lead in India's World Test Championship run charts, overtaking Shubman Gill following his impressive performance in Galle. Pant's milestone of achieving 100 Test sixes marks a historic moment for Indian cricket. Following him in the standings are Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja, while Joe Root continues to hold the overall lead in World Test Championship runs.

As the final day of the Galle Test match unfolds, India edges closer to victory with crucial wickets. A contentious catch by Dhruv Jurel has left the Sri Lankan team in uncertainty. With 288 runs required for a win, Rishabh Pant shines, scoring 66 runs and achieving a milestone of 100 sixes in Test cricket. However, rain is looming, potentially impacting the conclusion of this thrilling match.

Rain could play a crucial role in the India vs Sri Lanka Test in Galle. With 288 runs or six wickets needed, who will have the last laugh? Get the latest update from the stadium.

India and Pakistan face off in a vital Hockey World Cup match on Wednesday. India need at least a draw to advance, while Pakistan must win. England have already secured a place in the next round after winning both their matches. The historic Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen will host this high-pressure contest. This match revives one of hockey's most storied rivalries with significant implications.

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat labelled Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh a goon and criminal. She accused the BJP of supporting him despite sexual harassment allegations. Phogat questioned Singh's wealth and alleged land encroachment in Gonda. She drew parallels between past police actions and recent protests. The wrestler stated that money is used for atrocities against women.

The Indian women's hockey team showcased their prowess by defeating South Africa decisively, 6-1. This thrilling win has catapulted India to the forefront of Pool D in the FIH Hockey World Cup. Key contributions came from Sunelita Toppo and Navneet Kaur, part of the six-player scoring lineup. Now, India need just one point against England to solidify their place in the next round, marking a pivotal moment in the tournament.

Devdutt Padikkal opens up on competing with Sai Sudharsan, his strong chemistry with KL Rahul, his maiden Test century and more after his impressive performance against Sri Lanka.

Fourteen wickets, eight to fast bowlers and another day of twists in Galle. India squandered a dominant position with a 193-run second innings before their bowlers hit back, leaving Sri Lanka needing 288 more on the final day. The Test, much like the weather, has refused to follow the script.