39th State Sub Junior Basketball Championship 2026 from July 26
The Manipur Basketball Association is set to organise the 39th edition of the State Sub Junior Basketball Championship 2026 from July 26 at Brahmapur Nahabam Basketball Informing this, the Manipur Basketball Association invited clubs and district associations to confirm their participation latest by July 20 Players born on or after January 1, 2013 are eligible to participate in the championship, it said while adding that the medical age verification of the players will be conducted on July 24 at the championship venue from 8 am onwards Further details can be had from the office of the association Source The Sangai Express
Holders RCA cruise into final with 7 wicket thrashing of PTRC
Joint winners of the previous edition, RCA, Lilong entered the final of the 4th MNCA Men's U19 One Day Trophy by thrashing PTRC, Patsoi Part IV by 7 wickets today at Luwangpokpa Cricket Stadium RCA, who overwhelmed CDCC by 245 runs in the quarterfinals, continued their fine run and dismissed PTRC for a paltry total of 65 runs within 23 2 overs before cruising to the winning 67 3 in just 14 5 overs RCA bowlers kept PTRC, who opted to bat first, completely under wraps right from the beginning Allrounder Zuned trapped Salam Richie 5 off 11 balls for the first wicket in the fourth over and Md Danish Khan got rid of the other opener Laitonjam James 3 off 12 balls to reduce PTRC to 9 2 in 4 4 overs PTRC further slipped to 34 6 in 11 3 overs Naesh Hussain and Nawaz Sharif then joined the fray shared four crucial wickets including Ngambarel Naoshekpam, who top scored for PTRC with 19 runs off 27 balls Zuned, Nawaz Sharif, Danish Khan and Makakmayum Irfan then shared a wicket apiece to put PTRC innings to a close at 65 Nawaz Sharif returned with the best figures of 3 17 in his spell of 5 overs as Zuned 2 8 , Md Danish 2 10 and Naesh Hussain 2 18 shared 6 wickets In reply, RCA lost three wickets within 5 4 overs but Md Safwan 31 not out off 36 balls and Md Anush 15 not out off 29 balls forged an unbeaten 38 run fourth wicket partnership to seal the victory PTRC's Laitonjam James 2 19 in 4 overs collected the scalps of both the openers but it was not enough for the team to turn things around as the target they set was too small Naesh Hussain was adjudged man of the match for adding 13 runs and claiming two wickets Source The Sangai Express
34th All Manipur Shooting Competition concludes
The 34 edition of the All Manipur Shooting Competition 2026 organised by Manipur Rifle Association at the association's shooting range at Taothong came to a close The event concluded in the presence of Konthoujam Govindas, Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Sapam Nishikant Singh, MLA Keishamthong AC Thokchom Radheshyam, MLA Heirok AC and president of the Manipur Rifle Association who also led in distributing prizes to the meritorious shooters br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 06 Shooting 20260625 jpg border 1 alt 34th All Manipur Shooting Competition concludes td tr tr td align center 34th All Manipur Shooting Competition concludes td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br RK Sheilendra scripted a remarkable achievement at the competition by securing 3 gold medals alone He shot 269 points in the 25 m Centre Fire Pistol NR event, 349 points in 10 m Pistol event and 223 points in Free Pistol event to bag the three gold medals Source The Sangai Express
Paonam Charan Singh's heroics earn AIM maiden CC Meet title
AIM, Khabam rode on Paonam Charan Singh's heroics under the bar to seal the title of the 65th Sir Churachand Singh KCSI, CBE Memorial Football Tournament this evening at Mapal Kangjeibung Courtesy of two saves produced by Charan, AIM beat Utlou FC 3 1 on penalties after the two sides remained locked at 1 1 in the regulation time Sapam Topper gave AIM a slender 1 0 lead in the first period but Utlou FC took it deep to equalise as David Yendrembam who came off the bench in the 82nd minute scored five minutes into his entry br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 06 AIM 20260625 jpg border 1 alt Paonam Charan Singh's heroics earn AIM maiden CC Meet title td tr tr td align center Paonam Charan Singh's heroics earn AIM maiden CC Meet title td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br The two sides failed to find the winner in the remainder of the game and the game was eventually decided by penalties Mutum Stelin, Ngangom Peter and Saikhom Abinash all scored for AIM in the shoot out while Charan Singh denied Bihas Robidas and David Yendrembam of Utlou FC to seal the 3 1 win Only Huidrom Jotin was on target for Utlou FC in the penalty shoot out With the title victory, AIM walked away with Rs 5,00,000 richer and the gold plated trophy while Utlou FC received the runners up trophy and a cash prize of Rs 2,00,000 Top scorer of the tournament Saikhom Abinash 9 goals for AIM , man of the final match Paonam Charan Singh Goalkeeper of AIM, best defender Laishram Amit of Utlou FC, best midfielder of the final match Bishal Robidash of Utlou FC, best striker of the final match Saikhom Abinash, youngest player Jajinwar Khorong Chiru of Utlou FC 18 years old , best manager Takhellambam Ramesh of AIM, fair play team IYFC were also feted with cash and kinds Oja Benudhar Memorial Trophy for the Best Referee of the tournament meanwhile went to Joysing Monsang as Laishram Rojit bagged the Best Assistant Trophy Men's footballer of the year Chanam Akash of USA, women's footballer of the year Elangbam Panthoi, women's coach of the year Th Khunjanganbi Chanu, men's coach of the year K Donald were also honoured with trophies and cash rewards at the occasion Champions of the 2nd Premier League 2024 25 FC Raengdai, Noney and the 3rd Premier League 2025 26 SSU, Singjamei were also feted with cash prize of Rs 5,00,000 each Source The Sangai Express
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Indianapolis Man Arrested In Sophie Cunningham Stalking Case, Faces Multiple Felony Charges
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Austin Reaves is staying in Los Angeles after reportedly agreeing to a historic four-year, $185 million max contract with the Lakers, making him the richest undrafted player in NBA history.
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West Indies, Sri Lanka look to shake off rust after time away from Tests
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Where Ghanas phalanx wouldnt admit Englands hyped attackers the pleasure of even a single breach. Where Cape Verdes unyielding wall withstood a Spanish hurricane, and matched Uruguay in footballing nous. Where Congo held Portugal, Belgium was run aground by Iran, Curacao gave no joy to Ecuador, and there was nothing to choose between dark horses Japan and one of the tournaments favourites, the Netherlands.
TG20: Rakshann, Nitish emerge the stars for Knights
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Yo Mahesh appointed Tamil Nadu mens head coach
India pips Sri Lanka, seals womens u-19 T20 series
Farmer's daughter Anushka Yadav scripts history, becomes India's youngest ...
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India's 2036 Olympic bid gets timeline: IOC reveals when the host will be finalised
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Womens T20 World Cup 2026: Misfiring India runs into Bangladesh in a must-win game
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England Test skipper Ben Stokes said that he has apologised to his English teammates for missing the second Test against New Zealand due to breaching team protocols, while also expressing that he is desperate for a result during the series decider starting from Thursday.
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Argentina's FIFA World Cup-winning icon Lionel Messi seems to have no off days, even on his birthdays, as he sweated it out in a gym on his 39th birthday on Wednesday.
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Cristiano Ronaldo is now the first man to score in a world-record six FIFA World Cups
FIFA World Cup 2026: Croatia coach Dalic left dissappointed despite 1-0 win over Panama
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil game was an important benchmark for us, says Morocco coach Ouahbi
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No Longer Children Of A Lesser God: India's Paralympic Shift From Margins To Mainstream
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TheIndianquartet of Srabani Nanda, SS Sneha, Sudeshna Shivankar and Tamanna clinched thegoldmedal in thewomen's4x100mrelayon the final day of the second edition of theAsianRelaysChampionships on Sunday.
With regard to the title match between the reigning champion Gukesh and challenger Sindarov, Anand said it has given the India-Uzbekistan rivalry a sharper focus beyond the Olympiad
Watch: After 'successful curse' on Kane, Ghana witch doctor frees striker of spell
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India, South Africa eye NRR boost in close Group 1 race
South Africa won the only T20I they played against Netherlands in 2010, while India hold a 20-3 head-to-head record against Bangladesh
Latham calls upon NZ to keep 'raising the bar' in bid for Test series win
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Soccer: Senegal keeper Mendy out of World Cup clash with Iraq due to knee injury
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Chess icon Anand honoured with SJFI Medal
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The Indian women's hockey team is likely to field the same core group of players for both the upcoming World Cup and the Asian Games, with the two marquee events scheduled barely 20 days apart, chief coach Sjoerd Marijne indicated on Wednesday.
Landmark Legal Win Compensates Pregnant Football Player Who Lost Contract
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Limansa, daughter of Sri Lanka icon Tillakaratne Dilshan, carries his name and legacy with pride
My mum was the one who encouraged me. She would send videos of me playing to my dad, and he felt there was some potential there. Thats really how everything started
The Pakistan women's cricket team is going through a harrowing time on the field in the Women's T20 World Cup in England
'You need to apologise': Stokes breaks silence on nightclub controversy
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Newly released police footage reveals the dramatic moments leading up to Dustin Poirier's arrest at an Atlanta airport on Father's Day.
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The NFL declined to hold a supplemental draft for Brendan Sorsby, delaying the former Texas Tech quarterback's league hopes amid gambling scandal.
Stokes 'desperate' to make the difference for England after apologising for nightclub impact
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Iron Mirage, Crown Drive, Knotty Charmer, Efficacy and Flaming Sword shine
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Yo Mahesh appointed TN head coach; Sandeep Patil named Mumbai mentor
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It is important to learn how to win: Marijne
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Shadab, Philippe join Lancashire, Surrey for Vitality Blast
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Sooryavanshi to get a separate changing room in England: ECB reveals why
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Manika asks for clear and factual explanation from TTFI for her omission from Asian Games squad
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Sooryavanshi Slams 168 Off 116 Balls, Not Vaibhav But His Brother. India Star Shares Details
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Manika Batra threatens legal action, seeks answers for Asian Games snub
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Lionel Messi, celebrating his 39th birthday, showed no signs of slowing down, hitting the gym for an intense workout. The FIFA World Cup's all-time top scorer continues to break records, recently surpassing Miroslav Klose for most World Cup goals and wins. Argentina's star player is set to lead his team in their next match in Texas.
England Great Starstruck By Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Can't Keep Calm Ahead Of Potential Debut
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Lionel Messi turns 39: A look at age-wise distribution of goals scored by Argentina icon
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Selection row and disciplinary issues: Pakistan's T20 WC campaign in crisis
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Lionel Messi Turns 39: Argentina Legend's Stunning Journey To Becoming Football's GOAT
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Sooryavanshi's reaction to brother Ashirvad's another century goes viral
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Luka Modric achieved a huge record during Croatia's win over Panama at FIFA World Cup 2026, joining an elite list of only four players that also includes Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's cricket journey, that has already started taking wings, will reach new heights when he gets down to action with the senior Indian men's cricket team for the tour of Ireland and England
