Sports

‘False stories, ready for probe’: Sourav Ganguly hits back as CAB ticket row, age controversy erupt ahead of elections

Kolkata/IBNS: Cricket icon and Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) president Sourav Ganguly has responded to allegations of irregularities in the World Cup ticket distribution system and players’ age-verification process, asserting that the association has strictly followed the rules laid down by the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026: Japan Cricket chief breaks silence on cricket venue

Japan Cricket Association (JCA) CEO Alex Miyaji has defended the cricket venue for the upcoming Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026, saying that despite certain limitations, the facility will be the best venue cricket has had at a multi-sport Asian Games.

Smriti Mandhana rewrites history, surpasses Mithali Raj as women’s cricket’s leading run-scorer

History was rewritten at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Thursday as Smriti Mandhana became the highest run-scorer in women’s international cricket, overtaking legendary Indian batter Mithali Raj.

‘I gave everything I had’: Lionel Messi retires from international football

Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from Argentina’s national football team, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable international career that spanned nearly two decades and six FIFA World Cups.

Djokovic crashes out of US Open in stunning first-round shock; fans left stunned

The US Open witnessed a major upset as Novak Djokovic suffered a shock first-round defeat, sending millions of his fans into disbelief.

Javagal Srinath spotted in Metro, internet can’t stop praising his ‘simplicity’

Former India pace spearhead Javagal Srinath has won praise online after a video of him quietly travelling on a metro train went viral on social media.

GTA 6 extended look is here—Rockstar reveals stunning new gameplay footage

Rockstar Games has unveiled an extended look at its highly anticipated title Grand Theft Auto VI, with the footage now available on YouTube and the game’s official website.

Prabath Jayasuriya sanctioned by ICC after bat incident in India-Sri Lanka Test

Sri Lanka spinner Prabath Jayasuriya has become the third player to be sanctioned for an incident during the second ICC World Test Championship match against India after receiving an official reprimand following his dismissal in his side’s first innings.

From Everest to Elbrus: HMI chief Col Rajneesh Joshi conquers Europe’s highest peak

Kolkata/IBNS: Colonel Rajneesh Joshi, Principal, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI), Darjeeling has added one more feather in his caps when he summited Mount Elbrus (5,642 m) in Russia, the highest peak in Europe on August 14, according to report on Saturday.

India suffer World Cup blow! Netherlands beat eves 2-0—Semi-Final hopes now at risk

The Indian women’s hockey team suffered a 2-0 defeat to the Netherlands, dealing a blow to their World Cup campaign at the Wagener Stadion in Amstelveen on Friday.

India hold England to 0-0 draw, storm into next round of women’s World Cup

India advanced to the next round of the Women’s World Cup after securing a crucial 0-0 draw against England on Thursday, a result that was enough to seal their progression.

India’s hockey eves create history! Thrash South Africa 6-1 in World Cup clash

Indian eves produced a dominant display at the park as they thrashed South Africa 6-1 in a Pool D match of the Women’s Hockey World Cup in Amstelveen, Netherlands, moving a step closer to securing a place in the next round.

Rishabh Pant scripts history! Indian wicketkeeper-batter joins elite 100-sixes club in Test cricket

Galle/IBNS: India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has scripted history by becoming the first Indian cricketer to hit 100 sixes in Test cricket, media reports said.

‘Freedom to Excel’: Vedic Village Spa Resort, Foundation to Summit host inclusive cricket initiative in Kolkata

Vedic Village Spa Resort and Foundation to Summit organised “Freedom to Excel”, a special DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) sports initiative on Saturday at Vedic Village Spa Resort, Kolkata, to celebrate India’s Independence Day.

Balarampur Chini East Zone Bridge Championship: Indian Chain clinches team event

Unfancied Indian Chain, represented by Narendra Chitlangia, Sujit Kumar Bhattacharjee, Joy Narayan Roy, Swapan Some, Sourendra Kumar Dutta and Tanmay Mazumder, stunned favourites Formidables to win the team event at the 5th Balarampur Chini East Zone Bridge Championship 2026.

Alok’s IV tops Balarampur Chini Bridge Championship League, 16 teams enter pre-quarterfinals

Strong contender Alok’s IV, comprising captain Alok Daga, Samir Basak, Pranab Roy, Sandip Dutta and Bharati Dey, topped the eight-round Swiss League with 111.20 Victory Points (VPs) to enter the pre-quarterfinals of the team event on the penultimate day of the 5th Balarampur Chini East Zone Bridge Championship at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre in New Town on Saturday.

India eyes 2036 Olympics! PM Modi announces nationwide talent hunt to identify young athletes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India is emerging as a strong contender to host the 2036 Olympic Games, while announcing a nationwide talent-hunt campaign to identify and nurture young sporting talent for the mega event.

Bridge Championship: Former Asian Games gold medallists lead Deepadhar to top spot on opening day

Kolkata/IBNS: Displaying fine acumen, Deepadhar represented by Badal Das, Joyrup Mullick, Prosenjit Manna, and former Asian Games Gold Medalists Pranab Bardhan and Sibnath (Kachchu) De Sarkar led the field in the team event with 65.22 Victory Points (VPs) at the end of the fourth round  on the inaugural day of the 5th Balrampur Chini  East Zone Bridge Championship at Biswa Bangla Convention Centre  in New Town here Friday.

Kolkata set to host 5th Balrampur Chini East Zone Open Bridge Championship from August 14

Kolkata/IBNS: The fifth Balrampur Chini East Zone Open Bridge Championship 2026 will be held on August 14-16  at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre here.

Cristiano Ronaldo finally marries Georgina Rodríguez? Viral post sends fans into frenzy

Portuguese football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has married his longtime partner, Georgina Rodríguez, in a private ceremony in Portugal, media reports said.

“Love made us two…”: Michael Schumacher’s nephew shares emotional baby announcement

Formula 1 legend Michael Schumacher has remained away from the public spotlight for several years following his devastating skiing accident, but a piece of happy news has now emerged from his family.

Delhi Capitals cricketer Abishek Porel arrested in rape, criminal intimidation case

Kolkata/IBNS: Abishek Porel, the Bengal cricketer who represents Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL), has been arrested in connection with a criminal case involving allegations of rape, assault and criminal intimidation.

Kolkata Marathon 2026: 15,000 runners, full 42.2-km race and a special heroes category

Kolkata/IBNS: Over 15,000 runners are expected to join the 11th edition of Jai Balaji Group’s Kolkata Marathon taking place on November 29, 2026.

‘Will be remembered for a long time’: PM Modi praises Lovlina Borgohain’s objection to distorted India map in Glasgow

New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised boxer Lovlina Borgohain for objecting to a distorted map of India that she spotted at a restaurant in Glasgow during the 2026 Commonwealth Games, media reports said.

Cristiano Ronaldo's wedding rumours cause chaos as fans storm wrong wedding in Madeira

Thousands of fans of Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo gathered outside a cathedral in Madeira after mistakenly believing that the football star was getting married, turning an unsuspecting couple’s wedding into a bizarre scene of chaos.

Kolkata duo make history! Sagnik Roy and Sayantan Kushari win India’s first-ever gold at World Bridge Championship in China

Hefei/Kolkata/IBNS: City based Sagnik Roy and Sayantan Kushari made India proud bagging the gold in the Under 31 pairs final of 9th World Youth Transnational Bridge Championship held at Hefei, China on Saturday, according to Bridge Federation of India secretary Debasish Ray.

Rockstar Games to unveil new GTA 6 footage on Netflix before official YouTube release

Rockstar Games and streaming platform Netflix have announced a partnership that will led to the premiere of an extensive look of its much-awaited Grand Theft Auto VI this month.

India finishes 4th at Commonwealth Games 2026 with 39 medals despite missing medal-rich sports

Glasgow/IBNS: India signed off its campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with a fourth-place finish in the overall medal standings, collecting 39 medals, including 13 gold, 17 silver and nine bronze.

Pakistan's historic woman boxer reveals why India's Mary Kom is her biggest inspiration

Indian Olympic medallist and boxing icon MC Mary Kom has inspired generations of young athletes across the country. Now, an inspiring story has emerged from Pakistan, where Commonwealth Games medallist Fatima Zahra has credited the Indian legend for motivating her boxing journey.

CWG 2026: India strikes Gold twice as boxing stars Preeti Pawar, Jaismine shine; Medal tally hits 30

India delivered an impressive performance at the Commonwealth Games on Saturday, securing multiple medals across various disciplines and strengthening its position in the medals table.