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Captains on Safari ahead of ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2023 in Zimbabwe

The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2023 is set to begin in Harare as captains of the 10 teams came together to experience Zimbabwe’s local wildlife ahead of the event that will be played from 18 June – 9 July.

Gatka Federation UK expresses delight as Gatka Sport enters Indian National Games

The Gatka Federation UK, led by Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi, the first turban-wearing Sikh Member of the British Parliament, has expressed immense joy and gratitude following the inclusion of Gatka sport in the prestigious National Games of India.

J&K: Women's cricket league in Dangiwacha empowers and inspires, breaking gender norms

Dangiwacha/Jammu & Kashmir: In a momentous occasion that shattered gender norms, the picturesque town of Dangiwacha hosted the first-ever Women's Cricket League, igniting a wave of empowerment and triumph for women in sports.

Kashmiri Village Boy Rohil Rashid Selected for Asia Cup Softball Championship in Japan

Srinagar/IBNS: Young village boy Rohil Rashid from the Kashmir Valley has secured a spot in the prestigious Asia Cup (Men) Softball Championship, set to take place in Kochi, Japan from June 25 to June 28, 2023.

Kashmiri Village Boy Rohil Rashid Selected for Asia Cup Softball Championship in Japan

Srinagar/IBNS: Young village boy Rohil Rashid from the Kashmir Valley has secured a spot in the prestigious Asia Cup (Men) Softball Championship, set to take place in Kochi, Japan from June 25 to June 28, 2023.

Sachin Tendulkar questions Ravichandran Ashwin's exclusion from India's playing XI in WTC final

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has joined the experts who have raised questions over the Indian team management's decision to exclude bowling icon Ravichandran Ashwin from the playing XI in the World Test Championship final against Australia.

French Open: Djokovic scripts history with 23rd Grand Slam win

Paris: Novak Djokovic has become the oldest Roland-Garros men’s champion, at the age of 36, and is the first man in history to win his 23rd Grand Slam tournament.

PM Modi congratulates Women's Junior Hockey team for winning India's first-ever Women's Junior Hockey Asia Cup title

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Women’s Junior Hockey team for winning the 2023 Women's Hockey Junior Asia Cup.

We could have been a bit careful at shot-making: Rahul Dravid on India's WTC performance

London: Indian Head Coach Rahul Dravid said giving away 157 runs in the last session of Day 1, and careless shots by top batsmen were the reasons for India's defeat at the hands of Australia in the final of the World Test Championship at The Oval here on Sunday.

Australia dominate proceedings to beat India by 209 runs, clinch World Test Championship title

London: Australia dominated the show and picked up seven wickets to bowl out India for 234 runs to win the World Test Championship by 209 runs here on Sunday.

Laxita Vinod Sandila sets new personal best, wins gold in women's 1500m race at Asian U-20 Athletics Championships

Yecheon/South Korea: Laxita Vinod Sandila of India displayed an outstanding performance on the concluding day of the Asian U-20 Athletics Championships, securing a gold medal in the women's 1500m race. 

Nagaland: Tenloi Phom Clinches Silver Medal in Taekwondo at 66th National School Games

New Delhi/IBNS: In an impressive display of skill and determination, 16-year-old Tenloi Phom from Nagaland secured the silver medal in the 48kg category of Taekwondo at the 66th National School Games held in Delhi.

Man City win UEFA Champions League final in Istanbul

Istanbul/IBNS/UNI: Rodri fired to give Manchester City the victory over Inter Milan as he scored the only goal in the UEFA Champions League final in Istanbul.

India need 280 for win against Australia, end Day 4 at 164/3

London/UNI: India need 280 runs to win the WTC final as they ended Day 4 at 164/3, with Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane at the crease at The Oval here on Saturday.

Iga Swiatek wins French Open 2023 women’s singles champion

Paris/UNI Iga Swiatek has survived a spirited Karolina Muchova and bucked a trend with her third Roland-Garros crown on Saturday.

WTC final: Australia lead India by 296 runs at close of Day 3

London/UNI: Marnus Labuscgane and Cameron Green ensured they did not lose their wickets and extended Australia's lead by 296 runs over India on Day 3 of the WTC final at The Oval here on Friday.

Arunachal Pradesh Increases prize money for Olympic medallists, introduces initiatives to promote sports

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu announced a significant increase in the prize money for Olympic medalists hailing from the state. The state government aims to inspire young athletes to give their best and bring glory to their region.

WTC final: Australia on top as India trail by 318 runs on Day 2

London/UNI: Australia are on top in the WTC Final 2023 after two days of splendid cricket showcased by them as they reduced India to 151/5 after putting up a massive 469 in their first innings at Day 2 at The Oval here on Thursday.

Lionel Messi says he will not go back to Barcelona, but sign with Inter Miami

Moscow/UNI: Argentine forward Lionel Messi said on Wednesday that he will not return to Barcelona football club, where he spent over 20 years of his career, but will sign for Major League Soccer's Inter Miami.

WTC final: Travis Head, Steve Smith put Australia in commanding position on Day 1

London/UNI: Travis Head's unbeaten century, and his 251 unconquered partnership for the fourth wicket with Steven Smith placed Australia in a very strong position on Day 1 of the WTC final at The Oval here on Wednesday.

The Ashes: Moeen Ali returns to England's Test squad

London/UNI: England spin bowling all-rounder Moeen Ali has come out of retirement to be added to the Ashes squad for the first two Tests.

WTC 2023 final: India, Australia get ready for final conquest

London/UNI: Australia and India seemed to be relaxed, but are ready for the World Test Championship finals beginning at The Oval here on Wednesday.

Whoever adjusts & adapts better will win the match: Kohli

London, June 6 (UNI) Indian cricket stalwart Virat Kohli emphasized the significance of adaptability ahead of the crucial match at The Oval.  

MS Dhoni offers wicket-keeping advice to KS Bharat ahead of WTC23 final

London/UNI: KS Bharat couldn’t have asked for a better source of advice ahead of potentially playing his first ever Test in English conditions in the upcoming World Test Championship Final.

Cricket gains momentum in Mizoram amidst infrastructure challenges

Aizawl/Mizoram: A group of girls took to the Tlangnuam football field in Aizawl, Mizoram, engaging in a spirited game of cricket during scorching midday heat. Cricket, an unfamiliar sport in the region, has been overshadowed by the popularity of football and basketball.

Cricket gains momentum in Mizoram amidst infrastructure challenges

Aizawl/Mizoram: A group of girls took to the Tlangnuam football field in Aizawl, Mizoram, engaging in a spirited game of cricket during scorching midday heat. Cricket, an unfamiliar sport in the region, has been overshadowed by the popularity of football and basketball.

ICC World Test Championship: Wasim Akram advices Indian quicks to remain patient

London: Former Pakistan skipper Wasim Akram has adviced Indian quicks to be patient as they are gearing up to play the second ICC World Test Championship Final.

Karim Benzema to leave Real Madrid after 14 years journeyc

Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has decided to part ways from his club after the end of a glittering era in the world of football.

Virat Kohli expresses grief over Coromandel train accident

India's cricket icon Virat Kohli on Saturday mourned the death of over 200 people in the triple train accident which occurred in Odisha's Balasore last evening.

Arunachal Pradesh's rising football star Omang Dodum makes national squad for AFC U-17 Asian Cup

Itanagar/IBNS: Arunachal Pradesh's sports legacy continues as another talented athlete, Omang Dodum, has secured a spot in India's final squad for the prestigious AFC U-17 Asian Cup, which will be held in Thailand in 2023.