Rachel Lewis appointed as first female chair of Essex
Former Olympian succeeds Jason Gallian, who had been in the role on an interim basis
BCCI Decides To Not Renew 2Two India Coaches' Contracts After England Series
Winds of change are sweeping through Indian cricket. After the tours of Ireland and England, where India lost two T20I series and an ODI series, the BCCI was expected to conduct a review
Geneva To Host D Gukesh vs Javokhir Sindarov World Chess Championship Match
The FIDE World Championship Match 2026 between reigning champion Gukesh D and challenger Javokhir Sindarov will be held in Geneva, Switzerland, from November 25 to December 15.
Injury-hit Ireland call up Moondra for ODIs against Afghanistan
Little, Hollard, Young, McCarthy, Neill and David Delany were not available for selection
'Only Job I Wanted': France Turn To Zinedine Zidane As Head Coach
Zinedine Zidane was appointed France coach on Tuesday, as widely expected, following the departure of Didier Deschamps, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced.
Roberto Mancini Named Italy Football Team Head Coach For Second Time
Roberto Mancini has once again been tasked with revitalizing an Italy team in crisis, almost exactly three years after he bolted on the national team. Italian soccer federation Giovanni Malago...
Manchester City's Rodri Sidelined For 'Short Period' Following Back Surgery
Spain's World Cup-winning captain Rodri will be sidelined for a short period following minor back surgery, Manchester City said on Tuesday.
Sarvesh Kushare: Onion Farmer's Son From Nashik Who Earned Historic Commonwealth Games Silver
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 of the Commonwealth Games.
Back After Six Decades: Historic Mile Set For Commonwealth Games Revival, With Women's Debut
Sixty years after disappearing from the Commonwealth Games programme, the sport's most romantic race is back, inviting a new generation to chase a piece of history.
ETPL Unveils Inaugural Season Schedule, Rotterdam Dockers To Face Amsterdam Flames In Opener
Europe's first major franchise T20 competition, the European T20 Premier League (ETPL), on Tuesday unveiled the schedule for its inaugural season, with the tournament set to run from August 26 to September 20.
I Apologise To The Nation: Gurindervir Singh's First Coach After Commonwealth Games Failure
From the time Gurindervir Singh clocked 10.09 seconds (the first Indian to achieve a sub-10.10-second timing) at the Federation Cup in May this year, expectations were high from the 25-year-old.
All-round Athapaththu leads SL to series win against Pakistan
Vimukthi struck thrice in the second over of the game, before Athapaththu and Dilhari also got three wickets each
Pakistan Batter Surpasses Harmanpreet Kaur In ICC Women's ODI Rankings
The innings has lifted the experienced right-hander one place to ninth in the ODI batting rankings, moving her ahead of India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur and back into the elite group of batters in the format.
India Team Assistant Coach Resigns After England Series Loss, BCCI Informed: Report
The coach's departure comes at the end of his initial contract with the BCCI, which is understood to have concluded earlier this month after running from around July 2024 to mid-July 2026.
CWG 2026: IOA President PT Usha Hails Sarvesh Kushare, Sharmila Dhankar, Shilpa Shyla On Medal Wins
Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha lauded India's athletes after a memorable day at the Commonwealth Games.
Cheating Allegations Rock England Club Cricket, Fielder Clicks Finger To Imitate Edge Sound
The incident occurred during a North Yorkshire and South Durham Cricket League Division Two match between Saltburn Cricket Club's second XI and Middlesbrough Cricket Club's second XI.
'Only Job I Wanted': Zinedine Zidane's First Reaction After Taking Over As France Coach
Zidane, 54, had long been viewed as the leading candidate for the role and had been waiting for an opportunity to take charge of the national team for several years.
Arshad Nadeem, Pakistan's brightest medal hope at the Games after the country's athletes endured a medal-less campaign so far, finished ninth at the Lucerne Silver Meet in Switzerland earlier this month.
CWG 2026: Srihari Nataraj Enters 100m Backstroke Semis; Sajan Prakash Bows Out Of 50m Butterfly
India's Srihari Nataraj qualified for the 100m backstroke semifinals but veteran Sajan Prakash failed to go past the Heats of 50m butterfly event in the Commonwealth Games swimming competition in Glasgow on Tuesday.
Ex-India U-19 WC hero stays behind bars after bail denied in match-fixing case
Manjot Kalra remains in Sri Lankan custody after a court rejected his bail plea. Investigators are pursuing a high-profile corruption probe linked to the Lanka Premier League. Several Sri Lankan cricketers have lodged complaints regarding alleged match-fixing approaches. Authorities possess recorded evidence connecting to the alleged approaches made to players. The controversy has also led to the termination of the Jaffna Kings franchise ownership.
Ten Doeschate quits India assistant coach role, set to rejoin KKR
Cricinfo has learned he told the management of his decision during the white-ball tour of the UK
First Time In 20 Years - Korean Hockey Team Visits Pakistan For 4-Match Series
The Korean team was greeted at the airport by officials of the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF), which will host the matches on July 30 and August 2, 4 and 7 in Islamabad.
Find out where India and Sri Lanka stand in the WTC points table.
WTC Points Table 2025-27: The Indian cricket team's next international match is against Sri Lanka. Shubman Gill and his team will play a two-Test series on the Sri Lanka tour. Find out where both teams stand in the WTC points table.WTC Points Table 2025-27 India Sri LankaThe Indian team...
It is very important to defeat Sri Lanka; know the equation for Team India to reach the WTC final
WTC Final Scenario India: The Indian team has nine Test matches remaining in the World Test Championship 2025-27. Find out what Team India needs to do to reach the final.India's equation to reach the finalThe Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday announced the Indian sq...
France hires former soccer great Zinedine Zidane as men''s national team coach
Zidane previosly coached Real Madird before leaving in 2021
Actor turned footballer Tiger Shroff: Find out when he will make his professional debut!
Tiger Shroff: Actor Tiger Shroff is all set to make his professional football debut. He has been signed by the Mumbai FC team.Tiger ShroffBollywood actor Tiger Shroff is soon going to become a professional footballer. This transformation is truly surprising. Tiger is often seen playing s...
Zinedine Zidane Appointed As New Coach Of France After Didier Deschamps' Departure
Zinedine Zidane was appointed France coach on Tuesday, as widely expected, following the departure of Didier Deschamps, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced.
India can win 6 medals today at CWG 2026, which will jump in the tally
Commonwealth Games 2026: Today is the sixth day of the 23rd edition of the Commonwealth Games. India has already won a total of 10 medals. On the fifth day, India won six medals; on the sixth day, India could win six more.Commonwealth Games 2026 India MedalsToday is the sixth day of the Glasgo...
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar Lauds Shilpa Shyla For CWG 2026 Bronze
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday congratulated the state's para-athlete Shilpa K Shyla on winning the bronze medal in the women's F57 shot put event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow.
Novak Djokovic, Aryna Sabalenka Team Up For All-Star US Open Mixed Doubles Pairing
Serbian tennis legend Novak Djokovic and women's number one Aryna Sabalenka top the list of pairings entered for the US Open mixed doubles.
CWG 2026: Indian Lifter Bindyarani Devi Sorokhaibam Wins Bronze In Women's 58kg Weightlifting
Bindyarani stayed in the medal race throughout the competition and produced a strong overall performance to finish third. It is another major achievement for the Manipur weightlifter, who had also won a silver medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
India delivered its best performance yet at the Commonwealth Games 2026, winning six medals on Day 5 to take its tally to 10. Sharmila Dhankar scripted history by becoming India's first para athletics Commonwealth Games gold medallist.
VVS Laxman's Best Attitude Award Continues As India Sweep Zimbabwe. This Player Is The Winner
The award, introduced by India's head coach for the tour VVS Laxman, presented after every match to recognise the player who best reflects the team's values, commitment and attitude.
Pakistan Spinner Usman Tariq Fires Back At Batters Questioning His Bowling Action
Tariq, who is the only other Pakistan player apart from Abrar Ahmed participating in The Hundred, said it is frustrating to see batters question his action every time.
India vs Bangladesh Series Likely in September, BCCI Awaits Government Nod
Team India could tour Bangladesh for a white-ball series in the first half of September, with the two cricket boards currently in talks to schedule an itinerary, according to a report.
An ailing fathers note: How Saransh Jain became a fighter
New Delhi: In 2014, a 21-year-old Saransh Jain was touring Australia with an Indore club side, chasing his cricket dream in white-ball matches. Every time he called home and asked for his father, his mother or elder brother would tell him that Subodh Jain also his first and only coach was busy and 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 .
How Saransh Jain's 'round the wicket' switch paved the way for India call-up
Saransh Jain earned his maiden Test call-up after consistent domestic performances. Coach Chandrakant Pandit championed his inclusion, believing in his talent for years. Jain's strong red-ball record with bat and ball impressed selectors. A technical adjustment by Pandit significantly enhanced his bowling effectiveness. Jain's dedication and focus on red-ball cricket set him apart.
Commonwealth Games 2026 Live Updates, Day 6 CWG 2026 India Medal Tally: The Indian contingent is ready to add more medals to its tally on Day 6 of the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow.
Suresh Raina Recalls 'Culture Of Fielding' That Shaped India's Finest Fielders
Speaking about the methods adopted during his early years, the influence of senior players, and a memorable on-field collision in Australia, Suresh Raina offered insight into the work ethic
Sarvesh Kushare: First Indian to win CGW high jump medal
Sarvesh Kushare has made history by winning the silver medal in the men's high jump event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
An Ailing Father's Note: How Saransh Jain Became A Fighter
Saransh Jain earned his maiden India call-up for the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, starting from August 15 in Galle.
Sharmila Dhankar wins Indias first CWG para athletics gold
Glasgow: Sharmila Dhankar, a woman who was impaired by polio at the age of two and survived the trauma of an abusive marriage, became Indias first para-athlete to clinch a gold medal in the Commonwealth Games, winning the womens shot put F57 event here. The 40-year-old produced her seasons best throw of 9.81m to end 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 .
CWG 2026: Tejas Shirse Runs With Injury, Ends Last In Men's 110m Hurdles
National record-holder Tejas Shirse's historic appearance in the Commonwealth Games' men's 110m hurdles final ended in pain and heartbreak but demonstrated his grit as he ran the race with a stress fracture in his left foot to finish eighth and last in the event.
Shot-putter Sharmila Dhankar clinches India's first ever para-athletics gold in CWG
The 40-year-old produced her season's best throw of 9.81m to end India's 20-year wait for a para-athletics medal in the CWG.
5 Wickets, 0 Runs: West Indies Star Justin Greaves Tears Into Pakistan, Scripts 149-Year First
West Indies fast bowler Justin Greaves made history by bowling five consecutive wicket maidens in a Test against Pakistan, a first in cricket's longest format.
Here's how Sharmila Dhankar overcame adversity to script CWG history
Sharmila Dhankar, a 40-year-old para shot putter from Haryana, overcame immense adversity to become India's first-ever Commonwealth Games (CWG) para-athletics gold medalist.
Novak Djokovic, Aryna Sabalenka team up for blockbuster US Open 2026 campaign
Novak Djokovic, Aryna Sabalenka team up for blockbuster US Open 2026 campaign
Shreyas Iyer Lauds Youngsters After Clean Sweep vs Zimbabwe In T20I Series
India captain Shreyas Iyer hailed the hunger and determination of the team's young players after guiding the side to a 3-0 T20I series sweep over Zimbabwe
The Harbhajan Singh hand behind Saransh Jain's India breakthrough
At 33, with a wealth of domestic cricket experience behind him, Madhya Pradesh off-spinner Saransh Jain on Tuesday earned his maiden India call-up. Jain impressed former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh during a five-day camp at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, where he caught the legend's eye. Four months later, the off-spinner will board a flight to Sri Lanka for the two-match Test series, starting on August 15 in Galle.
Sharmila Dhankar becomes first Indian para athlete with CWG gold
Sharmila Dhankar has made history by becoming the first Indian para athlete to win a gold medal in para athletics at the Commonwealth Games (CWG).
Tejas Shirse runs historic final despite stress fracture
Glasgow: National record-holder Tejas Shirses historic appearance in the Commonwealth Games mens 110m hurdles final ended in pain and heartbreak but demonstrated his grit as he ran the race with a stress fracture in his left foot to finish eighth and last in the event. The 24-year-old clocked 13.76 seconds in the Heats and became 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 .
Why Sanju Samson Quit Following Virat Kohli's Lifestyle Advice After 1 Year
Sanju Samson said that he tried to follow Virat Kohli's lifestyle, only to give it up about a year later.
Trent Boult becomes first NZ bowler with 350 T20 wickets
Trent Boult, the legendary New Zealand pacer, has become the first Kiwi bowler to complete 350 wickets in T20 matches.
Justin Greaves destroys Pakistan with 5 successive wicket maidens in Trinidad Test
Justin Greaves destroys Pakistan with 5 successive wicket maidens in Trinidad Test
Tiger Shroff named in Durand Cup squad, likely to make professional debut
Tiger Shroff named in Durand Cup squad, likely to make professional debut
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Technique Similar To Don Bradman: 2-Time IPL Winner
Robin Uthappa, a T20 World Cup-winner in 2007 and 2-time IPL winner, drew comparisons between Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Don Bradman's technique.
Pride of Chhattisgarh: CM Vishnu Deo congratulates Gyaneshwari on CWG medal
Pride of Chhattisgarh: CM Vishnu Deo congratulates Gyaneshwari on CWG medal
I want to apologise for Gurindervir: Coach says sorry after CWG horror show
I want to apologise for Gurindervir: Coach says sorry after CWG horror show
After creating history for India and amid a gap year before college, what is next for Anahat?
Fresh from scripting history as India's first World Junior Squash champion, Anahat Singh is already looking ahead. The 18-year-old speaks about staying grounded despite rising expectations, shutting out the hype around ending Egypt's dominance, leaning on her parents and coaches in pressure moments, and why the Asian Games and the road to the LA Olympics are now firmly in her sights.
Nahid, Taskin to visit Australia for medical assessments: Report
Bangladesh cricket team pacers Nahid Rana and Taskin Ahmed will fly to Australia on Tuesday night for medical assessments, as per Cricbuzz.
Saransh Jain earns maiden Test call-up: Decoding his journey
Saransh Jain, a talented all-rounder from Madhya Pradesh, has been selected for the Indian Test squad for the first time.
CWG 2026: How India Can Add 6 More Medals To Official Tally Today
India's medal tally at the Commonwealth Games 2026 continues to improve with each passing day. On Day 5, India secured six medals, taking its overall tally to 10.
History made! West Indies pacer achieves never-seen-before feat vs Pak
Justin Greaves made Test cricket history with five consecutive wicket-maidens. He achieved this remarkable feat against Pakistan during the opening Test match. Greaves finished with career-best figures of five wickets for just twenty-seven runs. This performance triggered a dramatic collapse in the Pakistan batting lineup. The West Indies all-rounder secured a significant first-innings lead for his team.
Meet Saransh Jain, India's 33-year-old Test recruit
A consistent performer for MP, allrounder Jain is coming off his most productive Ranji season and could be a handful against a left-handed-heavy Sri Lanka side
'Bitter' Andrea Pirlo Out Of Coaching Race As Italy Football Crisis Deepens
Pirlo said in his post that he was angry at being judged not on his sporting record but on the wider issue over his links to Russia.
Tejaswin Shankar withdraws from high jump with injury
Glasgow: A heartbroken Tejaswin Shankar fought back tears after being forced to withdraw from the mens high jump following his opening attempt due to a flare-up of a long-standing foot issue at the Commonwealth Games. The 27-year-old, who had claimed bronze in Birmingham in 2022, suffered a sharp pain in his knee during the warm-up 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 .
Italy football crisis 2.0: Maldini quits as director just 16 days after joining
Italy football crisis 2.0: Maldini quits as director just 16 days after joining
Sunil Gavaskar Explains Why Indian Batters Struggle Overseas, Offers BCCI Solution
India's series defeats to Ireland and England have raised questions over the batters' ability to perform on challenging pitches away from home.
In Tears After His Injury-Forced Exit, Tejaswin Shankar Stays To Help Sarvesh Kushare
His own campaign derailed by a recurring knee problem, Tejaswin Shankar fought through tears and discomfort to be there for compatriot Sarvesh Kushare.
Cannot Even Describe How I Feel: Shilpa Shyla Cherishes Maiden Commonwealth Games Medal
Indian para-athlete Shilpa K Shyla expressed immense joy after securing her maiden Commonwealth Games medal, saying the achievement was beyond words after she won bronze in the women's shot put F57 event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
Who is Saransh Jain, the 33-year-old who finally earned an India Test call-up?
Who is Saransh Jain, the 33-year-old who finally earned an India Test call-up?
Saransh earns maiden call-up to India Test squad for tour of Sri Lanka
Saransh has picked up 188 scalps in 54 First Class appearances
Shubman Gill to lead India in Sri Lanka Tests; Ravindra Jadeja returns
BCCI announces India's squad for the upcoming two-Test series in Sri Lanka, naming Shubman Gill as captain and welcoming back veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja
Djokovic teams up with Sabalenka for revamped US Open mixed doubles
Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic headline the initial 16 teams entered for the revamped US Open mixed doubles championship, which offers a $1 million prize. Defending champions Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori return, while Iga Swiatek, Casper Ruud and Naomi Osaka are also among the entries. The main draw will be played on August 25
After Commonwealth Games 2026 Gold, Sharmila Dhankar Sets Sights On Asian Games, Olympics
Fresh from winning the women's shot put F57 gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, Indian para-athlete Sharmila Dhankar said she is determined to continue bringing laurels to the country.
'If he gets his length right': McGrath backs one pacer as Bumrah's long-term partner
Glenn McGrath believes Prasidh Krishna possesses the necessary qualities to partner Jasprit Bumrah. He notes Krishna has matured and transformed potential into consistent performances. India is preparing for a demanding white-ball cricket schedule and needs strong pace attacks. McGrath also highlighted the importance of workload management for bowlers like Bumrah. He advocates for strengthening bowlers rather than overprotecting them after injuries.
Who Is Saransh Jain? Domestic Veteran Rewarded By BCCI With Maiden Test Call-Up
Saransh Jain was rewarded for his meticulous performance in India's domestic cricket as the BCCI picked him for the 2-match Test series against Sri Lanka.
Will Litton Das replace Mehidy as Bangladesh's ODI captain?
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is likely to return to the practice of appointing separate captains for red-ball and white-ball formats, as per Cricbuzz.
Justin Greaves scripts Test history with 5 consecutive wicket-maidens: Details
West Indies all-rounder Justin Greaves has rewritten the record books by becoming the first bowler in Test history to bowl five consecutive wicket-maidens, as per Cricinfo.
Sharmila Dhankar bags historic gold; Sarvesh Kushare wins silver in high jump
Sharmila Dhankar became the country's first Commonwealth Games para-athletics gold medallist; Sarvesh Kushare became the first Indian to win silver in the men's high jump as India's medal tally reached 10
India's Squad For Sri Lanka Tests Named: Who Is In, Who Is Out?
Led by captain Shubman Gill, India will travel to Sri Lanka aiming to strengthen their chances of reaching the World Test Championship final.
Saransh Jain included in India's Test squad for SL series
Off-spin all-rounder Saransh Jain has been named in India's squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka.
As father fights blood cancer, Rishikanta bags CWG silver
Rishikanta Singh Chanambam secured a silver medal in the men's 60kg weightlifting competition. His family watched the event from Rajasthan while supporting his father's treatment. He dedicated his achievement to his parents and supportive elder brother. Rishikanta overcame financial struggles and a past knee injury to reach this point. This medal marks a significant achievement for Manipuri weightlifting.
Daily wage labourers' son Muthupandi Raja overcomes setbacks to win CWG silver
Tamil Nadu weightlifter Muthupandi Raja secured a silver medal after overcoming significant injuries. His parents' daily wage labor provided the foundation for his athletic aspirations. Raja contemplated quitting the sport due to health setbacks and surgeries. However, he completed a strength and conditioning course during his recovery period. His elder brother expressed pride and hopes for Raja's Olympic future.
Saransh Jain gets maiden India call-up for Test series in Sri Lanka
Jasprit Bumrah and Sai Sudharsan's availability is subject to fitness clearance
Abhishek Sharma Sorted Out By Opponents: BCCI Asked To Make Sanju Samson U-Turn
With Abhishek Sharma struggling for runs, Sanju Samson has been backed to return to India's T20I side.
ICC Eyes Bigger T20 World Cup: Expansion to 24 Teams Could Lead to a 32-Nation Tournament
Sports News: The International Cricket Council (ICC) is reportedly considering a significant expansion of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup as part of its long-term strategy to grow cricket worldwide. After the success of the 20-team editions in 2024 and 2026, the governing body is evaluating a 24-team fo...
Young and Hahn win England's first athletics golds
Sprinters Thomas Young and Sophie Hahn pick up gold medals for England on the opening night of athletics at the Commonwealth Games. Young and Hahn win England's first athletics golds
MacInnes overcomes nerves to win swimming silver
Keanna MacInnes feared nerves were going to wreck her chances of a Commonweath Games medal, but the Scot found a way to claim silver. MacInnes overcomes nerves to win swimming silver
