Category: Sports

Chennai: Sanju Samson’s start to life with Chennai Super Kings in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2026 season has fallen short of expectations, with the right-hander enduring a difficult run as an opener. Having joined CSK from Rajasthan Royals, Samson has struggled to make an impact in his first three outings, registering scores of 6, 7, and 9. A closer look at his dismissals reveals recurring patterns and technical concerns that have hindered his performance. 1. Faulty Footwork Undermining Stability One of the most evident issues has been Samson’s inconsistent…

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Jaipur:  A rain-hit clash in the Indian Premier League 2026 turned into a thrilling 11-over contest as Rajasthan Royals registered a convincing 27-run victory over Mumbai Indians in Guwahati, maintaining their unbeaten run in the tournament. Rain Curtails Match, RR Make the Most After a delay of over three hours due to rain, the game was reduced to 11 overs per side, with a shortened powerplay of just 3.2 overs. Batting first, Rajasthan Royals capitalised brilliantly, posting an imposing 150/3—an above-par total in the truncated format. Jaiswal’s Blazing Knock Steals…

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Dehradun: The Uttarakhand Youth Men and Women Boxing Championship 2026 concluded successfully at the multipurpose hall of Yogasthali Sports Complex in Haridwar, marking an exciting showcase of emerging boxing talent from across the state. The tournament witnessed participation from teams representing all 13 districts of Uttarakhand. In the girls’ category, Pithoragarh delivered an outstanding performance to emerge as the overall champion. Addressing the closing ceremony, Cabinet Minister Rekha Arya highlighted the growing prominence of Uttarakhand as a hub for boxing. She expressed confidence that the state’s young athletes would soon…

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New Delhi: In one of the most dramatic finishes of the Indian Premier League 2026 season, Gujarat Titans held their nerve to defeat Delhi Capitals by just one run in a high-scoring contest that kept fans on the edge of their seats till the final ball. Titans Set the Tone with 210/4 Batting first, Gujarat Titans delivered a commanding performance, posting 210 for 4. Skipper Shubman Gill anchored the innings with a fluent 70 off 45 balls, while Washington Sundar added momentum with a brisk 55 from 32 deliveries. The…

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New Delhi: Emphasising the importance of collective performance over individual brilliance, Indian women’s hockey team chief coach Sjoerd Marijne has said that players must prove themselves as strong team contributors to earn a place in the national squad. Speaking ahead of India’s upcoming tour of Argentina, Marijne underlined that teamwork remains the foremost criterion in team selection, even as individual skills continue to play a significant role. Argentina Tour to Test Team Combinations The 24-member Indian squad is set to play a four-match Test series against hosts Argentina in Buenos…

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New Delhi: The Indian women’s hockey team, led by dependable midfielder Salima Tete, has been named for the upcoming Argentina tour, with experienced striker Deepika and veteran goalkeeper Savita Punia making a strong comeback. The 24-member squad will take on world heavyweights Argentina women’s national field hockey team in a four-match series scheduled from April 13 to 17, 2026, in Buenos Aires. The tour is seen as a crucial preparatory assignment ahead of the FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup and the Asian Games later this year. Chief Coach Sjoerd Marijne…

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Buenos Aires: MMA icon Sangram Singh created history by becoming the first Indian to win a mixed martial arts fight in Argentina. Competing at a packed Tigre Sports Club Stadium, Singh defeated French fighter Florian Caudier, who is 16 years his junior, in just 1 minute 45 seconds. This victory marks Singh’s third consecutive MMA win, following triumphs in Tiblisi, Georgia, and Amsterdam, Netherlands. Known for his wrestling expertise, Singh effectively used grappling techniques to dominate the match, ultimately forcing Florian to submit after multiple choke attempts. Reflecting on the…

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Lucknow: A new chapter is set to unfold in Uttar Pradesh’s sports history with the launch of the UP Pro Handball League. The league will be held from April 9 to 14 at the Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee Multipurpose Hall, K.D. Singh “Babu” Stadium, Lucknow. According to league CEO Dr. Anandeshwar Pandey and founder MD Amit Pandey, the competition will be organized under the supervision of the Uttar Pradesh Handball Association and S.N. Pandey Sports Institute Trust. Six teams representing major UP cities will compete: Kashi Kings, Mathura Braj…

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New Delhi: South African aggressive batsman Henrik Klassen expressed optimism about Sunrisers Hyderabad bouncing back in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season despite a mixed start. Sunrisers lost their opening match against Royal Challengers Bangalore by six wickets, bounced back to defeat Kolkata Knight Riders by 65 runs, but then suffered a five-wicket loss to Lucknow Super Giants. Speaking to Jio Hotstar, Klassen said, “Our batting has been decent, but we have fallen short by almost 40 runs in three matches. We need to improve our batting, especially in…

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Lucknow: The city of Lucknow continues to witness a surge of youth participation in sports with multiple district and state-level competitions being held across hockey, wushu, and badminton. The programs, organized by the Directorate of Sports, Uttar Pradesh, in coordination with relevant sports associations, aim to identify and nurture young talent across the region. In the Sub-Junior Men’s Hockey Championship, teams from across the state have demonstrated exceptional skill and competitiveness. Standout performances include decisive wins by Sports Hostel Varanasi, Sports College Lucknow, Sports Hostel Lucknow, and Sports Hostel Jhansi,…

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