Category: Sports

New Delhi: Left-handed batter Tilak Varma has been appointed captain of the India A squad for the upcoming tri-nation One Day series to be held in Sri Lanka from June 9 to June 21. The tournament will feature India A, hosts Sri Lanka A, and Afghanistan A in a competitive multi-team limited-overs contest. Young all-rounder Riyan Parag has been named vice-captain of the 15-member squad, which was announced by the senior men’s national selection committee. One of the key talking points of the squad is the inclusion of 15-year-old batting…

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New Delhi: Hockey India has appointed French tactician Frederic Soyez as the new head coach of the Indian junior men’s hockey team, marking a significant step in the country’s long-term hockey development strategy. Soyez, widely regarded as one of Europe’s most accomplished modern hockey coaches, brings extensive international experience having represented France as a player and later serving as head coach of both the French and Spanish national teams. His appointment comes at a time when India is strengthening its developmental structure across age groups with an eye on consistent…

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New Delhi: Australia Under-18 men’s hockey team held India Under-18 men’s team to a 2–2 draw in the opening match of a four-match series played at the SAI Central Regional Centre, Bhopal on Friday evening. India made a bright start with Akashdeep scoring in the 11th minute, while Deepak Prakash Toppo added another goal in the 45th minute. For Australia, Jet Johnstone struck early in the 2nd minute, while Frankie Baker netted the equaliser in the 60th minute to secure a draw for his side. Coached by former India captain…

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Mumbai: Punjab Kings’ playoff hopes suffered another major setback after a thrilling defeat to Mumbai Indians in Dharamsala, marking their fifth consecutive loss in the TATA IPL 2026. Speaking on JioHotstar’s Google Search AI Mode Match Centre Live, former South African cricketer Mark Boucher and ex-India spinner Piyush Chawla analysed Punjab’s struggles, Mumbai’s match-winning chase, and the road ahead for PBKS. Piyush Chawla said Punjab Kings are now under immense pressure, especially after beginning the season strongly. He pointed out that the team’s bowling unit, particularly the overseas fast bowlers,…

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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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