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The Afghanistan Cricket Board: The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has announced that the inaugural edition of the Afghanistan Premier League (APL) will begin on December 27, 2026, marking a significant step in the country's cricketing journey. The T20 tournament will be hosted in the UAE and feature 5 franchises from the main cricketing areas of Afghanistan - Kabul, Kandahar, Balkh, Paktia and Nangarhar. The launch of the league follows Afghanistan's impressive emergence on the international stage in the past decade, the nation establishing itself as a potent force in global cricket, while individual Afghan players have risen through the ranks to become sought after entities in all major franchise leagues worldwide. The APL is expected to provide a big platform for the country's rising stars to ply their trade alongside and against experienced domestic and international professionals. It is also hoped the league will bolster the sport's infrastructure and player development prospects within the country. Hosting the tournament in the UAE will provide the ACB with the use of top-class infrastructure and facilities and help with the smooth running of the tournament. The UAE has provided a second home to Afghan cricket for a number of years, hosting multiple international matches and domestic tournaments. The introduction of the league coincides with Afghanistan's growing prominence in cricket, with the national side producing globally famous players and recording victories against some of the biggest cricketing nations, giving a whole new generation a sporting ideal. Speaking on the announcement of the league, Afghanistan Cricket Board chairman Mirwais Ashraf stated the competition was crucial to the future of the sport. The introduction of the league coincides with Afghanistan's growing prominence in cricket, with the national side producing globally famous players and recording victories against some of the biggest cricketing nations, giving a whole new generation a sporting ideal. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The APL is expected to bring some of Afghanistan's top players and other international talent together to add to the ever growing global T20 fixture list. Article Source: IANS
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Former Asian Games gold medallist Jaspal Rana passes away
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Dronacharya awardee, Asian Games gold medallist Jaspal Rana dies at 49
By NE NOW NEWS Guwahati: Jaspal Rana, one of Indias most accomplished pistol shooters and the coach who guided Manu Bhaker to two bronze medals at the Paris Olympics, died on Friday after suffering cardiac complications. He was 49. According to sources, Rana was admitted to Max Hospital in New Delhi, on June 1 after [] The post Dronacharya awardee, Asian Games gold medallist Jaspal Rana dies at 49 appeared first on NorthEast Now .
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'His dedication will inspire...': Prez Murmu, Bindra lead tributes to Jaspal Rana
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PM Narendra Modi Condoles Death Of Former Indian Shooter, Coach Jaspal Rana
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Jaspal Rana, Manu Bhaker's Coach, Dies At 49 In Delhi Hospital
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Jaspal Rana, former Asian Games gold medallist, passes away at 49
Jaspal Rana was conferred the Arjuna Award in 1994 and Padma Shri in 1997 for his contributions to Indian shooting. Jaspal Rana was awarded Dronacharya Award in 2020
Jaspal Rana Dies: Manu Bhaker's mentor, Indian shooting stalwart passes away at 49
Jaspal Rana Death News: India mourns the loss of Jaspal Rana, a legendary shooter and coach. Rana, a former Asian Games gold medallist, passed away at 49. He was a pioneer in Indian pistol shooting and mentored many elite athletes. His contributions significantly shaped India's success in the sport. Rana received prestigious awards for his achievements.
Jaspal Rana, renowned Indian shooting coach and Asian Games gold medallist, dies at 49
Renowned Indian shooter and coach Jaspal Rana passed away at 49 after falling ill following the ISSF World Cup in Munich. A former Asian Games gold medallist, Rana was instrumental in nurturing generations of shooting stars, including Saurabh Chaudhary and Manu Bhaker. His impactful coaching career, recognised with the Dronacharya Award, leaves an irreplaceable void in Indian sport.
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South Koreans substitute Oh Hyeon-gyu scored the winning goal in the 80th minute
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FIFA WC 2026: Mexico beat South Africa in fiery opener
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Julian Quinones, who outscored Ronaldo, makes history with first goal of 2026 World Cup
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19th Governor's Taekwondo Cup from July 11
The All Manipur Taekwondo Association AMTA is set to conduct the 19th edition of the Governor's Taekwondo Cup, Manipur 2026 from July 11 to 15 at Khuman Lampak Indoor Stadium, Imphal Informing this, AMTA invited all clubs and institutions concerned to take part in the championship Further details can be had from the office of the AMTA Source The Sangai Express
SEDO to host 52nd Manipur State Junior Girls Kabaddi C'ship
The Manipur State Kabaddi Association MSKA is set to conduct the 52nd edition of the Manipur State Junior Girls Kabaddi Championship at SEDO playground, Nongmaikhong Mayai Leikai, Kakching from July 29 to 31 Athletes born on or after July 31, 2006 and below 65 kgs are eligible to take part in the championship, said MSKA in a circular Tournament details can be had from the office of the MSKA Source The Sangai Express
CT Hr Secondary School win 5 2 against MSI in IW Subroto Cup for U 17 Girls
CT Higher Secondary School won 5 2 against Manipur Star Institute in the second match of the U 17 Girls competition of the IW 65th Pre Subroto Mukerjee Football Tournament being underway at Langjing Achouba Artificial Turf Ground L Seityamala 27', 57' and S Silky 69', 70 1' scored two goals each and Ch Babylinthoi added one 65' to set up the second straight win for CT Hr Sec School N Malemnganbi 21' and Kh Linthoi 70 3' were on target for the losing side Source The Sangai Express
NAPSA beat RNEF by 6 runs via DLS method
NAPSA defeated RNEF by 6 runs via DLS method this afternoon for their third Group B win in the ongoing 3rd Khomdram Ongbi Hijam Mema Devi Memorial T 20 Manipur Cricket Tournament In the crucial Group B match, RNEF posted 108 runs for 7 wickets in 20 overs before rain intervened the NAPSA chase at 58 for 4 wickets in 9 overs Applying the VJD method, NAPSA emerged victorious by 6 runs Raju topscored for RNEF with 42 runs off 31 balls followed by Jagu who scored 23 runs off 21 balls as NAPSA chose to field first Bhogendra picked two wickets 2 19 for NAPSA as five others claimed a wicket apiece before Rishikanta made 25 off 27 balls and Ibobi remained unbeaten on 18 off 19 balls in the chase Source The Sangai Express
Thoubal Subroto Cup Royal Academy U 17 boys extend unbeaten run to 3 games
Royal Academy, Wangj ing extended their unbeaten run to three games in the U 17 Boys' Competition of the 65th District Level Subroto Cup organised by DYASO Thoubal by securing two wins today at Kodompokpi Sports Complex,Wangjing Having played out a 0 0 draw with Lamding Hr Secondary School yesterday, Royal Academy thrashed KM Blooming Hr Sec School by 4 1 goals for their first win this morning before getting the better of Khongjom Standard English School by 2 0 goals later in the day N Bashudeva 6' and M Rohit 44' were on target in Royal Academy's win over Khongjom Standard English School Earlier in the day, K Sanayaima 6', 35' scored twice and L Wanglen 15' and Y Lemba 54' netted a goal apiece to help Royal Academy beat KM Blooming Hr Sec School, Khangabok by 4 1 goals The consolation goal for KM Blooming Hr Sec School was scored by Th Ricky in the 32nd minute In another match of the day, Khongjom Standard English School beat Lamding Higher Secondary School by 3 1 goals for their first win in two matches Ph Yash 4' , S Lanchenba 8' and Sh Avinash 35' found the target for the Khongjom school as Y Tomthinnganba 47' scored the consolation goal for Lamding Hr Sec School B U 15 Boys B br br In the U 15 Boys matches staged today, AG Memorial Academy, Charangpat beat New Public Hr Secondary School, Khangabok 1 0 before New Public Hr Secondary School beat Khongjom Standard English School by 2 1 goals later in the evening AG Memorial Academy opened their campaign with all three points thanks to T Pamheiba's 31st minute strike this morning Later in the second match, S Vineet 4' and L Mangal 37' scored to give New Public Hr Secondary School a 2 1 win over Khongjom Standard English School L Shitaljit 4' scored the lone goal for the losing side Notably, 5 teams are taking part in the U 17 Boys' competition and 4 teams are taking part in the U 15 Boys' competition Source The Sangai Express
65th CC Meet AIM edge out Juvenile Club 2 1, Utlou FC outlast NEROCA FC 3 0
The round off 16 of the Babina Group 65 th Sir Churachand Singh KCSI, CBE Memorial Football Tournament CC Meet 2025 26 kicked off with two definitive results as a pair of clinical victories set the benchmark for the knockout stages at Mapal Kangjeibung The first pre quarterfinal delivered a tightly contested 2 1 thriller that hung in the balance until the final whistle, while the other saw a dominant powerhouse suffer a shock exit with an embarrassing 0 3 loss to a rising football club In the first pre quarterfinal, Juvenile Club Tera and Anouba Imagi Mangal AIM, Khabam were evenly poised, playing out a goalless first half Thiyam Sanathoi finally broke the deadlock in the 68th minute to give the Tera side a well deserved lead AIM, who were equally relentless with their attacks, fought their way back into the game when forward Saikhom Abinash scored the equaliser in the 85th minute With the match wide open again, both sides pushed hard for a winner AIM ultimately had the last laugh as Abinash coolly converted a penalty four minutes into stoppage time to fire his team into the quarterfinals Later in the second prequarterfinal, a brace from Khaidem Amarjit 3', 72' and a 26th minute strike from Laishram Amit helped Utlou FC send NEROCA FC packing 3 0 IYFC will play Rahee UC in the third pre quarterfinal match tomorrow from 1 pm before NMFA play USA in the fourth pre quarterfinal match from 3 30 pm Source The Sangai Express
MPA, Thounaojam overwhelmed SCCC, Singjamei Thongam Leikai by 136 runs for the third Group A win while TRAU, Kwakeithel eked out a narrow 2 run win over CRAU, Khamnam Bazar to complete Group B league stage sweep in the 4th MNCA Men's U19 One Day Trophy At Lairenjam Public Ground, MPA were asked to bat first and they posted 192 10 in 34 5 overs Chasing 193 for the win, SCCC slumped to 56 all out in 18 5 overs with Elangbam Sanatomba 4 4 in 4 overs , Chingtham Albish 3 15 in 3 5 overs and Th Chinglensana 2 9 doing the demolition job for MPA Th Chinglensana 29 off 43 balls , Chongtham Sitaranjan 23 off 35 balls and Elangbam Rohit 22 off 24 balls led the scoring for MPA in the first innings that saw SCCC conceded 71 extras Moirangthem Johnson 3 31 in 8 overs , Abdur Rahaman 3 30 in 6 5 overs and Rex Waikhom 2 23 in 8 overs shared 8 wickets for SCCC before Rex Waikhom 14 and Th Lamnganba 10 emerged as the only double digit run getter for the team in reply Elangbam Sanatomba who enjoyed a four wicket haul while maintaining a perfect economy of 1 run per over, was adjudged player of the match In another Group A match staged at Moijing Public Ground, CDCC, Sagolband Salam Leikai crushed CCK, Khongman by 279 runs Sagatpam Lanchenba exploited poor CCK bowlers to score an unbeaten 122 ball 180 25 fours and 6 sixes while Devis knocked an unbeaten 127 off 81 balls 18 fours and 4 sixes to guide CDCC to 366 2 in 40 overs before Lanchenba 5 17 and Devis 3 34 led in dismantling CCK for a paltry total of 87 runs within 25 2 overs Lanchenba was eventually named player of the match Perfect 5 for TRAU Meanwhile at Model Hr Sec and Oriental College ground, TRAU completed Group B whitewash by beating CRAU by 2 runs Opting to bat first, TRAU raised 210 4 in 40 overs riding on a scintillating half century knock from Mutum Swabhiman 80 off 65 balls 5 fours and 3 sixes and restricted CRAU to 208 9 in 37 overs to seal their fifth won on the trot Huiningshumbam Luching also made 40 off 64 balls and Keisham Yaikhomba had to retire out on 25 off 58 balls for TRAU in the first innings that saw Robinson 2 43 and L Rojer 1 32 sharing three wickets for CRAU In reply, Robinson Sougaijam scored a 97 ball 98 10 fours and 1 six while Khumanthem Prakash 70 off 65 balls but their efforts fell short as they were just 3 runs away from the win at the end of their innings Preethson Arubam led the TRAU bowling attack and returned with the best figures of 3 43 followed by Mutum Swabhiman 2 25 , Anderson Keisham 2 25 and Shivestian Gurumayum 2 29 Mutum Swabhiman who displayed an all round show yet again was named player of the match The day also saw SHADOW, Thangmeiband end their Group D campaign with a 45 run win over LCC, Lamsang SHADOW posted 145 10 in 31 5 overs and defended their total by bundling out LCC for 100 runs in 26 2 overs Source The Sangai Express
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