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Lakshya Sen has finally ended his title drought by clinching the men's singles crown at the Hylo Open 2026, where he decisively defeated Jonatan Christie with scores of 21-17 and 21-10 in an exhilarating final held in Saarbrcken, Germany. PV Sindhu also shone brightly, securing her second title of the season against Line Hjmark Kjrsfeldt in the women's singles final.

India head coach Gautam Gambhir opens up on the challenges facing Team India, the emergence of young players and the team's preparations for the ongoing ODI series.

New Zealand wicketkeeper-batter Tim Seifert addresses the media after the T20I series against India. Seifert reflects on New Zealand's performance, their fightback in the final two matches, India's bowling attack, his own batting form and Glenn Phillips' record-breaking run-scoring performance in the series.

PV Sindhu triumphed at the Hylo Open Super 500 in Germany, overpowering Line Hojmark Kjrsfeldt in an impressive straight-set victory. With scores of 21-12 and 21-14, this win not only marks her second title this season but also earned her 9,200 points for the ranking. Her journey included reaching the French Open final, showcasing her remarkable athletic prowess and enhancing her chances for the upcoming BWF World Tour Finals.

After clinching the T20I series against New Zealand with a final score of 3-2, head coach Gautam Gambhir praised the collective effort of the team. Despite a setback in the last match, India's strong beginning had already ensured their series triumph. Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer were pivotal in this encounter, exemplifying how the players effectively embraced high-pressure situations throughout the series.

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has high praise for Shreyas Iyer. Here's what he said about the Indian batter in Hamilton.

Mohammad Yousuf has urged Babar Azam to pursue specialised coaching in Australia or South Africa. Yousuf expressed concerns over Babar's current batting struggles during the recent tri-series final against Sri Lanka. Despite Pakistan's victory, Babar's lack of significant contributions has raised questions about his form. Calls for Babar to focus on improvement before the upcoming Test series have also been voiced.

After the defeat to New Zealand, Indias captain Shreyas Iyer reflected on the team's performance, admitting flaws in batting, bowling, and fielding. Scoring 191 runs, the team struggled with key partnerships at pivotal moments. New Zealand triumphed due to significant contributions from Tim Seifert and Glenn Phillips. Iyer called for enhanced focus on fielding, especially in tough conditions, claiming that although the team lost, valuable lessons were still learned.

Glenn Phillips made headlines by setting the record for the most runs in a bilateral T20I series, scoring 341 runs against India. His series was marked by an impressive century and three half-centuries, showcasing his talent. Despite New Zealand's overall loss of 2-3, the teams last match saw Tim Seifert shine with a fantastic 93, boosting morale as they look to build on this progress.

Despite a seven-wicket defeat in the fifth T20I, India claimed the five-match series 3-2. Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer contributed with hard-hitting half-centuries, while Tim Seifert and Glenn Phillips steered New Zealand to victory in the final match. Though New Zealand triumphed in this game, India's earlier wins secured their series success, showcasing the competition's intensity and skill on both sides.

Rohit Sharma faces a challenging outing in the nets in Auckland as Team India gears up for the ODI series against New Zealand. Watch the latest training updates and preparations from India's camp ahead of the series.

Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma have continued to open the innings and played key roles in India's successful defence of their T20I World Cup title earlier this year.

Virat Kohli turns up the heat in the nets in Auckland! Watch India's batting superstar go big during a training session ahead of the ODI series against New Zealand. Get all the latest updates and exclusive ground coverage from India's tour of New Zealand with Times of India Sports.

Yuvraj, who has mentored Abhishek and shares a close bond with the left-handed batter, pointed to the way he encourages younger players as one of the signs of his leadership qualities.

Manisha Bhanwala said these words with a smile a day after creating history at the World Wrestling Championships on Friday. The wrestler from Jind, Haryana, had just become the first Indian woman to win a gold medal at the World Championships. Perhaps there is something special about this town - Jind. Manisha is not the only athlete from Jind to make the country proud this year.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was once again left out of the playing XI. The teenager has featured in only two matches in the series, coming into the side when Ishan Kishan was injured. India have already taken an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series. They won the first three matches to seal the series before New Zealand bounced back with an 87-run victory in the fourth T20I.

Tilak Varma could get valuable red-ball exposure in the third India A game against New Zealand A before joining the ODI squad, while Jasprit Bumrah is set to fly to New Zealand after completing routine assessments at the BCCI CoE. Rishabh Pant's return, however, remains uncertain.

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma bring the fun and energy in Auckland! Catch the lighter moments, camaraderie and behind-the-scenes vibes as India's star duo shares some fun time during the New Zealand tour.

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma stepped up their ODI preparations at Eden Park, but it was Auqib Nabi who grabbed attention with an impressive spell, troubling both senior batters with movement in the air and off the pitch. While Kohli focused on attacking intent and finished with high-intensity sprints, Rohit had a light-hearted Karan Aujla moment with local cricketers.

India defeated Sri Lanka 54-20 to win the inaugural mens Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026 in Ahmedabad. Aditya Shinde led the attack with 10 raid points, while Yogesh Dahiya impressed in defence. India completed a historic double after the womens team also won gold earlier. The men finished unbeaten, securing eight victories throughout the tournament.

The film industry is mourning the sudden loss of filmmaker Sanjay Gupta, who died after suffering a head injury at his residence in Mumbai. Tributes have flooded in from fellow artists and friends, underscoring his significant influence on their careers. At his funeral held at the Versova crematorium, close associates like Sanjay Dutt and Milap Zaveri reflected on Gupta's remarkable contributions, leaving the cinema world facing a profound loss.

The draft list of nominations has been released for the 2026 IOA Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit (SOM) elections, scheduled for November 9. The list contains 27 candidates15 men and 12 womenincluding prominent sporting names such as Gagan Narang, PT Usha, Saina Nehwal, Yogeshwar Dutt and Anju Bobby George.