The One Condition Babar Azam Placed Before Accepting Pakistan Captaincy
Babar Azam, who was dethroned because of poor batting a couple of years back, accepted Test captaincy after the incumbent Shan Masood had some poor results in red-ball cricket.
Veteran Sports Journalist Dies In Road Accident In Delhi
The fatal accident took place late on Sunday night in East Delhi and he was rushed to a nearby hospital with severe injuries.
Commonwealth Games 2026: Updated List Of All Medal Winners For India
Commonwealth Games 2026: India has won a total of 10 medals in Glasgow so far, including two gold medals.
CWG 2026: India adds 2 more medals in weightlifting as Gyaneshwari wins Silver, Bindiya bags Bronze
Sharmila Dankar's Historic Gold Sees India Bag 6 Medals On Day 5 Of CWG 2026
Sharmila Dhankar produced a season-best throw of 9.81 metres to clinch gold in the women's shot put F57 event, becoming India's first-ever Commonwealth Games gold medallist in para athletics.
CWG 2026 India Schedule, Day 6: Boxers Can Assure 5 Medals, 2 Weighlifters In Fray
CWG 2026 India Schedule, Day 6: It will be a busy day for India at CWG 2026. After a superior show by the weightlifters, five boxers will be in action on July 28.
CWG: Sarvesh Kushare becomes 1st Indian to win silver in men's high jump
The 31-year-old national record holder cleared 2.25m to claim the silver medal. Jamaica's Romaine Beckford won gold, while England's Jack Kimani took bronze with a jump of 2.20m.
Sharmila Dhankar Clinches Para Athletics Gold For India At Commonwealth Games 2026
Sharmila Dhankar scripted history on Monday as she won India's first para athletics gold medal in the Commonwealth Games, clinching the top spot in the women's shot put F57 event.
CWG: Ajaya Babu wins silver in 79kg weightlifting after record-breaking duel
Sarvesh Kushare Scripts History With Silver In Men's High Jump At Commonwealth Games 2026
National record holder Sarvesh Kushare scripted history as he became the first Indian to win a silver medal in the men's high jump event in the Commonwealth Games.
Will Jacks hits fifty in nervy MI London win as Brave lose again
Jamie Smith top-scores with 49 off 26 for home side but Marcus Stoinis three-for can't salvage result
Valluri Ajaya Babu Wins Silver Medal In Men''s 79kg Weightlifting At Commonwealth Games 2026
Fast-rising Indian weightlifter Valluri Ajaya Babu produced a remarkable performance to win the silver medal in the men's 79kg category and continue the country's successful run in the sport at the ongoing Commonwealth Games.
India Squad Announcement For Sri Lanka Tests LIVE Updates
India Squad Announcement for Sri Lanka Tests LIVE Updates
'Thrilled' Philadelphia 76ers Sign Lebron James With Eyes On NBA Title Run
LeBron James has signed a contract to play for the Philadelphia 76ers, the team announced Monday, with managing owner Josh Harris hrilled about chances for their first NBA title since 1983.
Commonwealth Games: Gyaneshwari settles for silver after a gripping contest with Didih
The Indian weightlifter comes second best to the Nigerian in womens 53kg event despite successfully completing all her attempts; the latter secures the gold after setting both Commonwealth and Games records
Sidny Lopes Cabral's Stunning Strike Against Argentina Voted Best Goal Of FIFA World Cup 2026
Sidny Lopes Cabral's goal was voted best of the 308 goals scored at the tournament, ahead of Eldor Shomurodov's delicate lob for Uzbekistan against Congo and Wilson Isidor of Haiti scoring with a powerful rising shot against Morocco.
Lopes Cabral's curling goal against Argentina voted FIFA World Cup's best goal
Lopes Cabral earned the honour for his curling strike into the top corner against Argentina during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Bindyaranis bronze adds to Indias haul
Bindyarani Devi lifted 83kg, 85kg and 87kg in the snatch, followed by a best of 112kg in the clean & jerk
Bell holds nerve at death as Brave sneak one-run win
Wyatt-Hodge bats through chase for 52 not out but can't prevent another MI London defeat
Malaysia shocks top seed India in Commonwealth TT championship
Bindyarani Devi Wins Bronze: India Add Another Weightlifting Medal At Commonwealth Games 2026
Experienced Indian weightlifter Bindyarani Devi won the bronze medal in women's 58kg category competition at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games on Monday.
Team India's double standards towards Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma raise serious questions.
Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma: Sanju Samson was dropped after his failure, while Abhishek Sharma was brought back in. This has raised serious questions.Sanju Samson and Abhishek SharmaTeam India recently won the three-match T20 series against Zimbabwe 3-0. India's star opener Abhishek...
Durand Cup | Mohammedan Sporting has it easy against Baghpat
CWG: Bindyarani Devi wins bronze; India claims 5th weightlifting medal
It was India's fifth weightlifting medal at the ongoing Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
Greaves turns game on its head as West Indies eye lead
Pakistan were 67 away with Masood tonned up and seven wickets in hand before Greaves blew them apart
Chess | Camaraderie will stand us in good stead at the Olympiad:Praggnanandhaa
Tom Alsop signs three-year deal with Gloucestershire
Top-order batter joins Sussex exodus after six seasons at Hove
Glenn McGrath backs Prasidh Krishna to play a key role going forward
'No one will tell me how to bat': Samson's vow to 'not be part of the rat race'
Commonwealth Games 2026: Boxers Sachin Siwach, Ankush enter quarterfinals
Sachin Siwach produced a composed performance to beat England's William Hewitt 4-1, winning four of the five judges' scorecards
Champions Cup returns as PCB unveils revamped domestic one-day competition
Seven matches will be played between four teams from August 11 to 18, with PCB organising the event as part of preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup
Ranquelino, Shining Down and Pyrite excel
U Mumba revels in second UTT title triumph
Coach Murphy insisted the title was built on collective consistency rather than individual brilliance
CWG: Gyaneshwari wins silver as India claims 4th weightlifting medal
It was India's fourth weightlifting medal at the ongoing Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Earlier, Mirabai Chanu (women's 48kg - gold), Rishikanta Singh (men's 60kg - silver) and Muthupandi Raja (men's 65kg - silver) had also finished on the podium in their respective categories.
'Busy planting seeds of hate': FIFA backs Trump-Balogun decision, hits back at critics
In a 900-word statement published across a 15-page post on his Instagram account and on FIFAs website late Sunday, Infantino said FIFA had succeeded in staging the World Cup and bringing people together.
Commonwealth Games: A bitter-sweet silver for Raja on a roller-coaster night
The Tamil Nadu weightlifter falls short of expectations in mens 65kg; Malaysias Aznil bags his third successive gold at the quadrennial event with a Games record
Injured Hain out of Metro Bank Cup in Warwickshire blow
Bears 50-over captain picked up knee injury in opening game against Northamptonshire
Out Of Shadows: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Zimbabwe Dominance Forces Selection Chaos
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's meteoric rise in Indian cricket has forced the BCCI selection committee into solving a cricketing jigsaw they simply can't.
CWG 2026: Gurindervir Singh fails to qualify for Men's 100m semifinals
Gurindervir Singh exited the Commonwealth Games 100m event after failing to qualify. He finished twenty-eighth overall with a time of 10.39 seconds in his heat. This performance was significantly below his personal best national record of 10.09 seconds. He had arrived with hopes of breaking the ten-second barrier internationally. Ghana's Benjamin Azamati and Abdul-Rasheed Saminu emerged as fastest qualifiers.
Former BCCI CEO Rahul Johri on Indian cricket, IPL, media rights and more | Bombay Sport Exchange
Former BCCI CEO Rahul Johri on Indian cricket, IPL, media rights and more | Bombay Sport Exchange
Murali Sreeshankar Qualifies For Long Jump Final; Sajan Prakash Reaches 200m Butterfly Final
Commonwealth Games silver medallist Murali Sreeshankar and swimmer Sajan Prakash advanced to the finals of their respective events after impressive qualification performances at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games on Monday.
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22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship begins in New Delhi
AMN/ WEB DESK The 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship 2026 commenced today in New Delhi. Addressing the inaugural ceremony of the event Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said that Commonwealth table tennis championships are an inspiration for everyone that will serve to strengthen relations among participating countries. She said sports have the unique power to []
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay Announces Rs 30 Lakh Reward For Raja Muthupandi After CWG Silver
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, C. Joseph Vijay, has announced a cash incentive of Rs 30 lakh for weightlifter Raja Muthupandi, who secured a silver medal in the men's 65kg category at the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships in Glasgow.
ISSF World Cup: Esha Singh Wins Gold, Manu Bhaker Bags Bronze In Women's 25m Pistol
Esha Singh produced a composed and commanding performance in the eight-woman final, registering 40 hits to finish atop the podium.
PM Narendra Modi congratulates Weightlifter Raja Muthupandi On CWG Silver
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated Indian weightlifter Raja Muthupandi for clinching the silver medal in the men's 65kg event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow.
BCCI Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar, Wife Fatema To Launch New Learning Programme
Chief selector Ajit Agarkar and his wife Fatema will launch a new-age early learning centre ACE Juniors on July 29 with a curriculum that will focus on developing creativity, emotional intelligence.
FIFA President Infantino accuses World Cup critics of spreading hate in open letter
In an open letter published FIFA President Infantino said critics had overlooked the joy and togetherness experienced by millions of fans around the world who witnessed the tournament
Hyderabads Esha Singh wins 25m pistol gold at ISSF World Cup
Hyderabad: Hyderabad shooter Esha Singh won the gold medal while double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker claimed bronze in the Womens 25m Pistol event at the ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun in Hangzhou, China, on Monday, July 27. Esha scored 40 hits in the final to secure the gold medal. The 21-year-old shooter from Hyderabad added another Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Slavko Vincic, Who Officiated FIFA World Cup Final, Announces Retirement
Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic, who officiated the FIFA World Cup 2026 final between Spain and Argentina, has announced his retirement from refereeing.
CWG 2026 Indias medal tally: Complete list of winners and table
Indian athletes have secured a total of four medals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games so far: one gold, two silver and one bronze. Get complete list of winners categorized by sport.
Commonwealth Games 2026 Day 5, Live Updates: India's Fastest Man Set To Take Glasgow By Storm
Commonwealth Games 2026 Day 5, Live Updates: Gurindervir Singh begins India's day with men's 100m heats in athletics.
Veteran scribe Jaswinder Sidhu passes away
A regular presence in most press-boxes across India and overseas, Sidhu always kept the travelling press-corps in good humour
IND vs BAN: When will the India-Bangladesh series begin? A major update has emerged
India vs Bangladesh: The BCB is open to the idea of holding all matches at a single venue. The cricket boards of both countries are working on a schedule for India's tour of Bangladesh in the first week of September.After a year of uncertainty, relations between the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB)...
CWG 2026 Day 5 Live: India look to build on Mirabai's gold in Glasgow
Won't Be A Part Of Constant Rat Race: Sanju Samson Vows To Play On Own Terms
A brief drop in form during the games against Ireland and England meant that Sanju Samson was left out of the recently concluded trip to Zimbabwe.
How cricket could become the IOCs gateway to India
The sport's imminent return to the Olympics has already generated demand, with the IOC confirming strong interest in broadcasting rights for the Indian subcontinent for the 2028 Games.
Gujarat Breaks Own Record As Nine Athletes Earn India Call-Up For Asian Games 2026
Gujarat has scripted a new chapter in Indian sports, with a record nine athletes and one reserve player earning selection to represent India at the 20th Asian Games, scheduled to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood: Abhishek and Vasudev soak in Australia's fast-bowling culture
Two young Indian pacers, Bihar's Vasudev Prasad Singh and Rajasthan's Abhishek Moond, spent two weeks training alongside Australia's Test squad in Brisbane under the MRF Pace Foundation-Cricket Australia exchange program. The experience offered priceless lessons in fast bowling, professionalism and preparation from Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood.
Ajinkya Rahane Rahane Reveals How Father's Quiet Sacrifice Shaped His Journey
Veteran India batter Ajinkya Rahane has revealed how a childhood experience during his early cricketing days became the defining moment behind his motivation to succeed.
Shreyas Iyer's Message For 'Coach' VVS Laxman After Zimbabwe T20Is Sweep
Iyer took the opportunity to thank Laxman, who filled in for regular head coach Gautam Gambhir. Gambhir took a break after the gruelling tour of the UK and will be back for the Test tour of Sri Lanka in August.
Weightlifting Federation President Reacts As Mirabai Chanu, Raja Muthupandi Bag CWG Medals
Weightlifting Federation of India (WFI) President Sahdev Yadav expressed mixed feelings regarding India's weightlifting performance so far at the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2026, noting room for improvement while praising ace lifter Mirabai Chanu's golden performance.
Gold for Esha; Olympic medallist Bhaker claims bronze at China WC
Esha Singh won India's first gold medal at the ISSF World Cup in Hangzhou, claiming the women's 25m pistol title with a dominant score of 40/50. World record holder Esha finished ahead of China's Yueyue Zhang, while two-time Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker secured bronze after a dramatic shoot-off. India now has three medals and sits second in the standings.
'It hurts': Abhishek Sharma breaks silence after nightmare Zimbabwe tour
India secured a clean sweep against Zimbabwe in their recent T20I series. Young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi achieved a historic Player of the Series award. His opening partner Abhishek Sharma experienced a difficult run of low scores. Sharma expressed his disappointment on social media after the series concluded. He now faces pressure to regain his previous batting form.
UTT 7: U Mumba Beat Dempo Goa Challengers 8-5 To Clinch Title
U Mumba TT produced a stirring comeback to end Dempo Goa Challengers' unbeaten run and successfully defend their Ultimate Table Tennis Season 7 title with an 8-5 victory in a gripping final on Sunday.
India's Athletics Schedule At Commonwealth Games 2026: Date, Timings, And All You Need To Know
As India continue to add medals to their tally at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, the excitement is set to increase as the athletics events begin on Monday.
'Want him to improve his fitness': Laxman identifies key area for Sooryavanshi
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi impressed with his batting performances against Zimbabwe. Stand-in coach VVS Laxman highlighted fitness as an area for improvement. The young player showed great commitment and desire to contribute to the team. Sooryavanshi also excelled in the Under-19 World Cup and IPL. Improving fitness will be vital for his career's continued growth.
1st Test: Masood's unbeaten 88 helps Pak recover against Windies on Day 2
Shan Masood's unbeaten 88 and Imam-ul-Haq's 63 put Pakistan in control at 199/3 on Day 2 of the first Test against West Indies, trailing by 112 runs. Their 155-run partnership rescued the visitors after an early wicket. Earlier, Shai Hope's 92 helped West Indies post 311, while Mohammad Ali claimed four wickets for Pakistan.
Ajit Agarkar Told To Pick Vaibhav Sooryavanshi For ODIs, Make Him Open With Rohit Sharma
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi bagged the Player of the Series award in the just-concluded three-match rubber against Zimbabwe, scoring 151 runs with two fifties.
Yash Dayal set to join Chhattisgarh, seeks NOC from UPCA
Uttar Pradesh pacer Yash Dayal has applied for an NOC to switch teams. He will join the Chhattisgarh team's fitness camp next month. Dayal represented Uttar Pradesh from 2018 to 2025 in domestic cricket. He mentioned cricket helped him stay strong through difficult challenges. The UPCA is currently considering his NOC request.
Favouritism In Team India? Ex-BCCI Selector Raises Big Question Over Sanju Samson's Omission
Sanju Samson played a key role in India's T20 World Cup 2026 triumph on home soil and won the Player of the Tournament award.
'Why different rules?' - Abhishek's poor form sparks Samson debate
Former Indian cricketer Hanuma Vihari has questioned Team India's continued backing of Abhishek Sharma despite his poor run in T20Is, arguing Sanju Samson was dropped after far fewer failures. Citing Samson's match-winning performances in the T20 World Cup, Vihari accused selectors of applying different rules and urged them to judge both players by the same standards.
Arshdeep Singh's 2-Word Post All But Confirms Relationship With Samreen Kaur
The left-arm seamer, who was part of India's white-ball tours of Ireland and England, is currently in the United Kingdom enjoying a short vacation with the actress.
CWG 2026: How India Can Go Add 11 More Medals To Official Tally Today
Commonwealth Games 2026, Medal Events Today: India can theoretically add 11 more medals on Day 5 of the Glasgow Games.
Sports is the central pillar of India's development agenda
India aims to be a top ten sporting nation by 2036 and top five by 2047. Budget allocations show a significant increase in sports spending for future development. The sports market is projected for substantial growth and job creation by 2030. Technology and infrastructure are key areas for accelerating this economic expansion. This strategic investment positions sport as a vital part of national development.
BCB, BCCI working on Sept window, subject to government nod; Afg T20Is may be postponed
India and Bangladesh cricket boards are planning a tour for September. This tour could lead to rescheduling India's series against Afghanistan. The Bangladesh Cricket Board has kept venues available from September first. The Indian government's approval is necessary for the tour to proceed. Both boards aim to rebuild relationships after past uncertainties.
World champion Anahat Singh gives India fresh hope for Olympic squash glory
Anahat Singh achieved a historic victory at the World Junior Squash Championship. She became the first Indian to win the prestigious junior title. Singh defeated Egypt's Ruqayya Salem in a commanding final match. This win ended Egypt's long-standing dominance in the girls' championship. Anahat Singh now transitions to the senior circuit with newfound confidence.
Indian boxer Jadumani Singh Mandengbam dedicated his victory over Pakistan's Sumama Rehman to the heroes of the Kargil War after booking his place in the men's 55kg quarterfinals at the Commonwealth Games 2026.
Para Powerlifter Jhandu Kumar Arrives In Delhi After Clinching Bronze At CWG 2026
Indian para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar, who won a bronze medal in the men's heavyweight category at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games (CWG), received a grand welcome upon his arrival at Delhi Airport.
VVS Laxman on India's dominant T20I series win | Vaibhav's rise, team mindset & future stars
VVS Laxman on India's dominant T20I series win | Vaibhav's rise, team mindset & future stars
Exclusive: Tears Were For Everything I Went Through, Says Mirabai Chanu After CWG 2026 Gold
Mirabai Chanu won her third Commonwealth Games gold after three days of strict dieting and dehydration to maintain weight, calling it the toughest medal of her career.
Tejas Shirse, Sarvesh Kushare headline Indias opening-day athletics challenge
Tejas Shirse seeks India's first athletics medal at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. He recently broke the national record in the 110m hurdles event. Shirse overcame a significant ankle injury to achieve this remarkable comeback. Other athletes like Sarvesh Kushare and Tejaswin Shankar will compete in high jump. Murali Sreeshankar and Gurindervir Singh are also set to participate in their respective events.
Mirabai Chanu creates history with Commonwealth Games gold hat-trick in Glasgow
Mirabai Chanu secured a Commonwealth Games gold medal in weightlifting. She achieved a total lift of 190kg in the 48kg category. Rishikanta Singh earned a silver medal in the men's 60kg competition. Indian swimmers advanced to the final of the 4x200m freestyle relay event. Preeti advanced in women's boxing after a dominant round of 16 bout.
Commonwealth Games: Mirabai Chanu wins third straight gold; Rishikanta Singh, M Raja claim silver
The Olympic silver medallist produced a record-breaking total lift of 190kg as India secured medals in all three weightlifting events on Sunday.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scripts history, creates world record at just 15
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the youngest Player of the Series winner. He achieved this milestone after India's T20I series victory over Zimbabwe. Sooryavanshi was the leading run-scorer with 151 runs across three innings. He scored a match-winning 81 runs in the final T20I match. This award followed a challenging series for the young cricketer in England.
Weightlifter Raja Muthupandi Dedicates Historic CWG 2026 Silver Medal To Two People
Indian weightlifter Raja Muthupandi also admitted that he was disappointed at missing out on the gold medal in the men's 65kg event in Glasgow.
Wapas Nahi Aane Dega: Sanju Samson Given Blunt Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Warning By Irfan Pathan
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi replaced Sanju Samson in India's T20I team for the Zimbabwe series. He finished the 3-match series as the top run-getter, making Samson's return even more difficult.
CWG 2026: India's 4x200m Freestyle Relay Team Finishes Sixth; Australia Win Gold
The Indian men's 4x200m freestyle relay team could not translate an encouraging qualification into a podium finish, ending sixth in the final at the Commonwealth Games swimming competition in Glasgow on Sunday.
Chess legend Anand makes U-turn, rejoins FIDE election race
Viswanathan Anand has decided to contest the FIDE elections as Deputy President alongside presidential candidate Timur Turlov, reversing his earlier plan to step back for family reasons. The change follows Arkady Dvorkovich's exit from the race due to EU sanctions. Anand, currently FIDE's Interim President, said he wants to continue helping expand chess and backed Turlov's vision for the organisation.
Mirabai Chanu wins 3 gold medals at Commonwealth Games
Glasgow: Mirabai Chanu reminded the world why she remains the undisputed queen of Indian weightlifting, delivering a performance worthy of a champion, clinching her third successive Commonwealth Games gold medal, while Rishikanta Singh and M Raja also secured silver medals in Glasgow on Sunday, July 26. Rishikanta Singh The Indian weightlifters, a dominant force in Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
