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India women's team refuses to take Asia Cup trophy from Mohsin Naqvi

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur and her teammates were seen celebrating after their record-extending eighth Women's Asia Cup title. However, the Indian team did not collect the trophy from Naqvi during the presentation ceremony. The ceremony ended with Sri Lanka receiving their runners-up cheque, medals and mementoes from the officials.

14 Sep 2026 12:42 am
India avenge 2024 final defeat, beat Sri Lanka to lift 8th Asia Cup title

In an exhilarating final, India Women clinched the Women's T20 Asia Cup title by overcoming Sri Lanka. Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana stood out, crafting a robust opening partnership that propelled Indias score. The bowlers shone, especially Shree Charani, who captured four wickets and effectively dismantled Sri Lanka's batting lineup, securing India's remarkable eighth victory in this prestigious tournament.

13 Sep 2026 11:38 pm
Abhishek, Arshdeep shine as India beat Afghanistan by 7 wickets in 1st T20I

India dominated the first T20I, achieving a decisive seven-wicket victory over Afghanistan. The highlight was Abhishek Sharma, whose explosive 82 runs from 32 balls led the charge against a target of 156 set by Afghanistan, despite their recovery efforts from Omarzai and Nabi. On the bowling side, Arshdeep Singh excelled with 3 wickets for just 19 runs, allowing India to take a lead of 1-0 in this thrilling three-match series.

13 Sep 2026 11:07 pm
Why is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi not playing vs Afghanistan in 1st T20I?

India chose experience in the opening game, with Sanju Samson selected in the XI instead of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Shreyas Iyer also confirmed that Washington Sundar and two other players were left out, making it clear that team combination was behind the decision.

13 Sep 2026 7:29 pm
Ancy Sojan targets Asian Games gold after historic 6.88m leap

Ancy Sojan opens up about her historic 6.88m national-record jump, the sacrifices behind her breakthrough, her comeback from a difficult year and her ambition to reach the 7m mark and win gold.

13 Sep 2026 4:25 pm
Joe Root achieves what no batter has done in 147 years of Test cricket

In an impressive display of skill, Joe Root not only surpassed two thousand runs in fourth innings but also became the first cricketer to net one thousand Test runs at Edgbaston. His unbeaten sixty-two propelled England to victory against Pakistan, marking his sixty-ninth Test fiftyan achievement that puts him ahead of Sachin Tendulkar in the record books. Root continues to break records and redefine Test cricket achievement.

13 Sep 2026 3:10 pm
Nigar Sultanas handshake snub to Harmanpreet backfires as BCB weighs captaincy

During the toss, Bangladesh's captain Nigar Sultana declined to shake hands with India's skipper, a decision that the Bangladesh Cricket Board clarified was her own. The board plans to evaluate her leadership after the Asian Games, taking into account the teams performance. Additionally, there have been complaints regarding her behavior. Bangladesh faced a setback, losing the semi-final against India by 40 runs.

13 Sep 2026 1:36 pm
England's Stokes retirement, McCullum exit, Carse row & Root return end in 3-0 sweep

England triumphed with a commanding 3-0 Test series win against Pakistan, with returning captain Joe Root commending the team's ability to adapt amidst significant turmoil. The players showcased impressive resilience and execution, building on the foundation set by earlier coaches and leaders. This victory highlights their capacity to overcome challenges both on and off the field.

13 Sep 2026 12:22 pm
Game time after injury hiccups: Full-strength India take on Afghanistan in 1st T20I

Shreyas Iyer is set to captain India's full-strength T20I team against Afghanistan, marking the return of pace ace Jasprit Bumrah after a lengthy injury break. This series acts as crucial preparation for the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, where the team looks forward to engaging with athletes from various sports. Iyer is particularly thrilled about his debut experience at a multi-sport event.

13 Sep 2026 8:22 am
Crazy day of chess! Carlsen loses, boosts Sindarovs GCL hopes, only to be denied

Magnus Carlsen suffered his first GCL 2026 defeat as Alireza Firouzja's Triveni Continental Kings upset APL Pipers, but the result failed to alter the standings. Home favourites American Gambits briefly revived their qualification hopes before losing to Pipers. Nihal Sarin's defeat on time ended their finals bid, setting up a third-place clash with Mumba Masters on Sunday.

13 Sep 2026 7:47 am
Wushu athlete Divyanshi accepts Asiad squad axe, alleges harassment by Roshibina

Divyanshi Choudhary has come to terms with her removal from the Asian Games wushu squad after an injury, as her federation put her health first. Now prioritising her fitness, she aims for future triumphs with gold medals in sight. Additionally, she continues to raise issues of harassment by a peer, but feels reassured by the federation's backing and the supportive stance of its officials.

13 Sep 2026 6:39 am
New No. 1 Elena Rybakina dethrones Aryna Sabalenka to win US Open title

Elena Rybakina triumphed at the US Open, claiming both the championship trophy and the prestigious world number one ranking. In a thrilling showdown against Aryna Sabalenka, Rybakina showcased exceptional skill and poise, winning her third Grand Slam and second major title of the year, while Sabalenka's remarkable run at Flushing Meadows came to an unexpected end.

13 Sep 2026 6:25 am
Bumrah, Sooryavanshi on Afghanistan's radar: Ibrahim Zadran reveals plans

Jasprit Bumrah is set to return to international cricket after missing matches due to a left knee injury. His return gives India another major option with the ball, but Zadran said Afghanistan will not make things complicated while facing the star pacer.

13 Sep 2026 6:00 am
Hockey India president strips DG of powers, issues show-cause notice

In a detailed communication issued through advocate Himanshu Chaturvedi, a copy of which is with TOI, Srivastava was informed that all authority ordinarily exercised by him as director general would remain in abeyance with immediate effect pending further consideration under the Hockey India Bye-Laws.

12 Sep 2026 10:56 pm
'I definitely know how his mind works': Shreyas Iyer on Gautam Gambhir

Shreyas Iyer and Gautam Gambhir have worked together at Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), where they helped the franchise win the IPL title in 2024. Iyer was the captain, while Gambhir was the mentor. Iyer believes Gambhir's aggressive approach and his ability to understand individual players can help the team stay clear about their roles.

12 Sep 2026 9:20 pm
Joe Root creates history, breaks Sachin Tendulkar's Test record

Joe Root remained unbeaten on 62 off 69 balls, hitting nine fours, as England chased down 130 to complete a 3-0 Test series whitewash. His unbeaten half-century took his tally of Test fifties to 69, moving him past Tendulkars 68. West Indies great Shivnarine Chanderpaul is third on the list with 66 fifties, while Allan Border and Rahul Dravid have 63 each. Ricky Ponting has 62.

12 Sep 2026 7:37 pm
138 years later, England-Pakistan series creates rare Test cricket feat

England's batting was led by Joe Root, who remained unbeaten on 62 in the third Test, while Jordan Cox scored an unbeaten 59 as England chased down 130 with eight wickets in hand. The result gave England their second 3-0 Test series clean sweep over Pakistan, after their success in the 2022/23 series. It was also England's 15th three-match Test series sweep overall.

12 Sep 2026 6:31 pm
IND vs AFG 1st T20I: Delhi Traffic Police issue advisory amid BRICS Summit

The first T20I between India and Afghanistan will be played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on September 13. With traffic restrictions beginning from 1400 hours, commuters and spectators have been advised to plan their travel accordingly.

12 Sep 2026 5:07 pm
1980s AI photo trend: Bumrah, Sooryavanshi get hilarious makeovers

The portraits, featured in a video shared by the BCCI, showed the players in classic 1980s looks, complete with bell-bottom jeans, big sunglasses and retro hairstyles. Two days before the series, the Indian players gathered at their hotel for a photo session. But before it began, they found a table filled with AI-generated pictures of themselves.

12 Sep 2026 3:16 pm
Heads Dada wins, tails Ponting loses: When Ganguly pranked 'Punter' with 'head-tail'

Clarke is not sure which match the incident took place in.

12 Sep 2026 2:20 pm
'Have we produced a batter like Sooryavanshi?': Akram on Pakistan's batting crisis

Wasim Akram voiced concern over Pakistan's lack of batting talent emerging from their system. He questioned the Pakistan Super League's decade-long impact on developing batsmen for the national team. Akram suggested reviving club cricket and implementing long-term planning for improvement. He also criticized the team's batting approach during their ongoing England Test series. Patience and consistent domestic structure reform are essential for Pakistan's cricket.

12 Sep 2026 11:18 am
'Always a big fan': Trent Boult picks KL Rahul as batter to watch in NZ Tests

Trent Boult, the former New Zealand bowler, predicts a tough challenge for India in the upcoming Test series. He highlighted KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal as key players to keep an eye on. With cold temperatures and green pitches in play, the Indian side will face a significant test against a New Zealand bowling unit known for its pace and swing.

12 Sep 2026 11:06 am