Category: Sports

(By Navneet Bansal Exclusive for The Lucknow Tribune) Kolkata: The opening semi-final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 promises an electrifying contest as South Africa national cricket team take on New Zealand national cricket team at the iconic Eden Gardens on 4 March 2026. The match is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM IST, with the toss at approximately 6:30 PM. Form Guide and Tournament Journey South Africa enter the knockout stage as the only unbeaten side of the tournament. They topped their Super 8 group with a…

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Ahmedabad: Gujarat Titans concluded the third edition of Junior Titans, with participation from over 5100 children representing more than 100 government and private schools across Gujarat. The sustained participation and strong response from schools underline the growing impact of the franchise’s cornerstone grassroots initiative, aimed at promoting outdoor sports and physical activity among children under the age of 14. Junior Titans was launched in 2024 in key urban centres of Gujarat, such as Vadodara and Rajkot, and has since expanded deeper into the state. In its third edition, the initiative…

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Mumbai: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has unveiled a comprehensive support framework for the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI), reinforcing its commitment to inclusive growth and equal opportunities across Indian cricket. The decision comes in recognition of the extraordinary achievements of India’s visually impaired cricketers, who have dominated the global stage over the past decade. The Men’s team has secured multiple World Cup titles, while the Women’s team etched history with a landmark triumph at the inaugural Women’s World Cup. Acknowledging both their…

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Colombo: The ICC’s Cricket 4 Good initiative, delivered in partnership with UNICEF, saw a successful conclusion during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, engaging over 1,000 children across five venues in India and Sri Lanka. Reflecting the diversity and depth of the tournament, the programme provided a platform to inspire the next generation through cricket. With participation from all 20 teams, the Cricket 4 Good clinics saw the inclusion of over 400 girls, alongside 25+ specially-abled children, highlighting the initiative’s strong commitment to inclusion and equal access to sport.…

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– The campaign features accomplished pickleball athletes – Sonu Kumar Vishwakarma and Vrushali Thakare, alongside Anuja Maheshwari and Ritam Chawla – The launch reinforces Skechers’ commitment to positioning Pickleball as a serious competitive sport in India Mumbai: * Skechers, The Comfort Technology Company ™, announced the launch of its official Pickleball Jersey in association with the All India Pickleball Association (AIPA). Marking a defining moment in the brand’s performance portfolio in India, the launch positions Pickleball as a serious, competitive sport driven by agility, pride and passion, not just a…

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Mumbai: India will face the West Indies in a virtual knockout in their final Super 8 clash, with both sides vying for the last remaining semi-final spot in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Speaking on JioHotstar’s ‘Game Plan’, JioStar expert Sanjay Bangar analysed Abhishek Sharma’s return to form, Sanju Samson’s inclusion at the top of the order and Varun Chakaravarthy’s role in India countering the West Indies’ power hitters. Speaking on JioHotstar’s ‘Game Plan’, JioStar expert Sanjay Bangar shed light on what Abhishek Sharma did better against Zimbabwe…

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Mumbai: Sanju Samson produced a match-winning 97 not out as India defeated the West Indies by five wickets in a must-win Super 8 match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. They will face England in the semi-finals at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on March 5. Speaking on Star Sports’ ‘Amul Cricket Live’, JioStar experts Sunil Gavaskar and Abhishek Nayar lavished praise on Samson’s batting prowess, India’s chase, and Jasprit Bumrah’s two wickets in an over. Speaking on Star Sports’ ‘Amul Cricket Live’, JioStar expert Sunil Gavaskar hailed…

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Mumbai: Yuvraj Singh, Harbhajan Singh, Venkatesh Prasad, Ajay Jadeja, Eoin Morgan, Michael Vaughan, Leander Paes, among other Indian and global sporting icons to participate in unique charity initiative on March 6 Mumbai, March 3, 2026: India legend and former India captain Sunil Gavaskar announces the DP World Celebrity Golf Event, a charity initiative that will bring together some of the biggest names in Indian and international sport, scheduled to take place at the iconic Bombay Presidency Golf Club in Chembur, Mumbai, on Friday, March 6, 2026. The event aims to…

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New Delhi: As India gears up to celebrate Holi on March 4, with Holika Dahan illuminating the night of March 2–3, the country’s sporting fraternity is adding its own vibrant touch to the Festival of Colours. From nostalgic throwbacks in cricket circles to heartfelt family celebrations by Olympic champions, Holi 2026 is blending tradition, camaraderie, and social responsibility in a uniquely sporting way. Cricket’s Colourful Camaraderie No festival in India feels complete without the cricket fraternity leading the celebrations, and Holi is no exception. Over the years, Indian cricketers have…

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Noida: India’s ambitions of bringing back Formula 1 are back in focus, with the Adani Group exploring plans around the iconic Buddh International Circuit. The circuit, which hosted the Indian Grand Prix from 2011 to 2013, could once again roar to life if acquisition talks progress. Karan Adani recently confirmed his strong personal interest in reviving F1 in India, calling it more than a three-day race but a global branding opportunity. The circuit was originally developed by Jaypee Group and later came under YEIDA control after financial troubles. In November…

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