Category: Sports

Kondagaon (Bastar), Chhattisgarh | In a deeply symbolic blend of sport, agriculture, and rural innovation, international hockey player Anurag Raghuvanshi has arrived in Bastar and formally joined the Maa Danteshwari Herbal Group, marking a significant shift from international sports arenas to grassroots agricultural engagement. After travelling thousands of kilometres by road, Raghuvanshi reached Kondagaon in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh, where he met agricultural experts and rural innovators, including Dr. Rajaram Tripathi. The visit, described by observers as both emotional and visionary, focused on sustainable farming, rural livelihoods, and the…

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Sydney: Defending champions Australia have unveiled a strong and experienced squad for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in England, but the omission of fast bowler Darcie Brown has emerged as the biggest talking point ahead of the tournament. Brown, who featured in Australia’s last two T20 World Cup campaigns, has been left out despite taking 34 wickets in 41 T20 internationals. Her pace and aggressive bowling style had made her a regular figure in Australia’s white-ball setup, making the decision a surprise for many followers of the women’s…

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Shanghai: Indian archer Sahil Jadhav clinched a bronze medal in the men’s compound event at the second stage of the Archery World Cup in Shanghai, marking his first-ever medal at the prestigious World Cup level. The 25-year-old archer from Maharashtra defeated Denmark’s Martin Damsbo 147-144 in the bronze medal playoff to secure India’s first medal of the tournament. With this result, India concluded its campaign in the compound category on a positive note. Despite being considered a strong contender in compound team events, Indian teams faced disappointing exits in the…

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New Delhi: Joy has filled the home of Indian T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav as he and his wife Devisha Shetty have welcomed their first child, a baby girl. The couple became parents on May 7, marking a special and emotional milestone in their lives. Sharing the happy news with fans on social media, Suryakumar Yadav posted the first glimpse of his daughter and introduced her as “Riddhima.” In his heartfelt message, the cricketer wrote, “Meet the greatest joy of our lives, Riddhima,” a post that quickly received congratulatory wishes from…

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Rome: Indian javelin thrower Sachin Yadav is set to make his debut at the prestigious Rome Diamond League on June 4, where he will compete against some of the world’s top athletes in the men’s javelin event. The 26-year-old Indian star will return to international action for the first time since his impressive fourth-place finish at the 2025 World Championships. His performance at the global event had established him as one of India’s emerging talents in athletics. Sachin will be part of an elite eight-member field featuring several internationally acclaimed…

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Lucknow: A new premium sports and fitness destination, Aviyaan Sports Arena, has been launched in Lucknow by The Aviyaan with the aim of promoting active lifestyles, fitness, and recreational sports culture in the city. The newly inaugurated facility features professionally designed pickleball and tennis courts built on premium turf infrastructure, offering a modern sporting environment for players, fitness enthusiasts, families, and community groups. The arena has been developed as a contemporary recreational hub where people can train, compete, and enjoy sports activities in an energetic and professionally managed atmosphere. Officials…

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Kanpur: The fourth season of the UP T20 League Season 4 will be held from August 14 to September 6, 2026, the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association announced during a press conference at Green Park in Kanpur on Tuesday. League officials unveiled a detailed roadmap for the upcoming edition, which will feature six franchise teams representing different regions of Uttar Pradesh. The central theme for Season 4 has been identified as “Consolidation & Effective Execution,” with a focus on making the tournament more professional, competitive, and operationally efficient. According to the…

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Mumbai (Special Correspondent): Gujarat’s table tennis player, coach, and sports administrator Rameez Sumra has been honoured with the Global Recognition Award 2026, marking a major milestone in his sporting and professional journey. The award recognises his long-standing contribution to the sport, including excellence in coaching, leadership in player development, and impactful roles in international sports administration. Out of nearly 15,000 global applications received this year, only about 5.8% were selected, placing Sumra’s achievement among the most distinguished honours in the category. From Local Club to International Stage Sumra’s journey began…

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Young wicketkeeper-batter reveals his obsession with power-hitting, Dhoni-inspired helicopter shots, and fearless finishing after match-winning knock against KKR New Delhi: A fearless young batter, a pressure-packed chase, and a finish worthy of the biggest stage — 21-year-old wicketkeeper-batter Mukul Chaudhary announced himself in spectacular fashion during IPL 2026 with a sensational unbeaten innings that powered Lucknow Super Giants to a dramatic five-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens. The Rajasthan-born batter smashed an unbeaten 54 off just 27 balls, hammering seven towering sixes and two boundaries in a…

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Captain backs balanced Indian side ahead of ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, stresses fearless mindset and powerplay dominance New Delhi: India captain Harmanpreet Kaur has expressed strong confidence in her team’s ability to lift the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup title, asserting that the current Indian squad possesses both the talent and temperament needed to conquer the global stage. Set to lead India in her fifth consecutive ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, Harmanpreet said the team is entering the tournament with belief, preparation, and composure rather than pressure…

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