Agartala, Aug 30 — Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has said that the state government is committed to taking the state's sports infrastructure to international standards while providing better training, facilities and financial assistance to talented sportspersons. The Chief Minister also added…
Shillong, Aug 30 — The Meghalaya government has significantly stepped up its investment in sports, with Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Wailadmiki Shylla saying the state's latest initiatives are only the beginning of a larger push to build a strong sporting ecosystem. Addressing the National…
Imphal, Aug 30 — Manipur Youth Affairs and Sports (YAS) and Home Minister Konthoujam Govindas Singh has expressed confidence that sportspersons from the state would continue to excel in various sporting disciplines, win more medals and bring greater glory and recognition to both the state and the…
Mohali, Aug 29 — IPL franchise Punjab Kings has extended its support to the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League, backing the tournament as it looks to provide a strong platform for emerging cricketers from across Punjab to showcase their talent and take their first steps towards the professional game. Punjab…
Chandigarh, Aug 29 — Punjab’s rich culture and cricketing spirit took centre stage at Homeland Regalia as Fazilka Falcons, led by Indian captain Shubman Gill, unveiled their official jersey for the upcoming Sher-E-Punjab T20 League 2026.The jersey was unveiled by PCA Secretary Gurmeet Singh Meet…
Hyderabad, Aug 29 — The DP World Professional Golf Tour of India (DP World PGTI), the official sanctioning body of professional golf in India, will be staging the Telangana Golconda Masters 2026 at the Hyderabad Golf Association (HGA) from September 1 to 4, 2026. The tournament which will witness…
New Delhi, Aug 29 — Former Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Moin Khan has joined the growing chorus of voices expressing grave concern over the deteriorating health of 1992 ODI World Cup-winning captain Imran Khan, urging the government and jail authorities to ensure the 73-year-old receives immediate…
Dubai, Aug 29 — India head coach Amol Muzumdar on Saturday brushed aside queries regarding the handshake protocol for their scheduled clash against Pakistan on September 5, asserting that the team's entire focus is locked on doing well in their Women's Asia Cup opener against Thailand on…
Dubai, Aug 29 — Despite the absence of star batter Jemimah Rodrigues, India head coach Amol Muzumdar on Saturday backed his ‘hungry for success’ squad to set the tone for the next six months in the shortest format, as they prepare to open their Women's Asia Cup Group A campaign against Thailand on…
New Delhi, Aug 29 — New Zealand fast bowler Matt Henry has reflected on the side’s 2-1 Test series triumph in England earlier this summer, adding that they had figured out moments where the hosts vulnerabilities could be exposed by them.The series defeat ultimately marked the end of the aggressive…
New Delhi, Aug 29 — With the main draw of the US Open all set to kick off on Sunday, players have raised complaints over the smell of cannabis in New York, where it is legal for adults aged 21 or over.Britain's No.1 player Katie Boulter was among those who spoke up against the smell that wafts into…
Bengaluru, Aug 29 — Top Indian cricketers, including T20I captain Shreyas Iyer, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, and veteran left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, have completed their pre-season testing at the Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) state-of-the-art Centre of Excellence…
Imphal, Aug 29 — Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Saturday said that five per cent reservation in government jobs in the state Home Department would be provided to outstanding sportspersons who have brought laurels to the state, in recognition of their achievements and services.…
Kanpur, Aug 29 — Kashi Rudras player Abhishek Goswami has been handed a one-match suspension, while two other players were penalized with fines after being found guilty of breaching the Code of Conduct during the UP T20 League clash against Noida Kings at the Green Park Stadium.All of the incidents…
Guwahati, Aug 29 — A tripartite agreement was signed on Saturday between the Sports Authority of India (SAI), Badminton Association of India (BAI) and Sports Authority of Assam (SAA) for the establishment of a National Centre of Excellence (NCoE) for swimming at the Amingaon Sports Complex in…
New Delhi, Aug 29 — The stage is set for a thrilling finale of the 2026 Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026, with Central Delhi Kings set to take on South Delhi Superstarz in the summit clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday.With the title at stake, both teams are preparing for a high-pressure…
Cape Town, Aug 29 — Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis has expressed deep sorrow over the massive floods in Nepal, describing the natural disaster as ‘devastating’ while offering his thoughts and prayers to the victims and survivors. Du Plessis spent time in the Himalayan nation last year…
New Delhi, Aug 29 — Former Pakistan cricketer Javed Miandad came out in support of imprisoned former Pakistan captain and Prime Minister Imran Khan, calling for his release. Miandad can be said to be the first high-profile Pakistani cricketer to comment on Imran's imprisonment publicly. In an…
New Delhi, Aug 29 — Former England cricketer Michael Atherton opined on the shortened Test matches in this decade. Several Test matches have been finished in 2-3 days in the last few years, with a recent Australia-Bangladesh Mackay Test, which was completed in two days.Atherton analysed the growing…
London, Aug 29 — Former England captain Sir Geoffrey Boycott has revealed that star right-handed batter Harry Brook failed to get in touch with him after he offered to help him refine his concentration in Test match cricket, despite possessing the potential to rival legendary batters like Sachin…
Thiruvananthapuram Aug 29 — The proliferation of cricket leagues such as the Kerala Cricket League (KCL) across India and the world will help unearth a new generation of talent from every corner, West Indies batting legend Chris Gayle said on Saturday.The ‘Universe Boss,' who received a tumultuous…