Category: Sports

Colombo: Cricket’s most electrifying rivalry returns to center stage as India and Pakistan face off in a blockbuster Group A encounter of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the iconic R. Premadasa Stadium. Scheduled for February 15, this clash is more than just a group-stage fixture — it is a battle of pride, history, and momentum in one of sport’s most emotionally charged contests. With both teams entering the match unbeaten and brimming with confidence, the stakes could not be higher. Group A, featuring emerging sides such as…

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Anil Jaiswal Lucknow: In a vibrant celebration of sport, camaraderie and competitive spirit, the “Door Bhai Cup” Golf Tournament was successfully organised under the aegis of Sushant Golf City at the prestigious The Palms Golf Club. The event brought together members of the architect community for a day of precision, performance and sportsmanship on the greens. A total of 25 players participated in the tournament, showcasing remarkable enthusiasm and competitive zeal. The tournament was meticulously organised by  Ashok Kumar and  Rahul Suri, whose planning and coordination ensured the seamless execution…

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Madurai (Tamil Nadu): Five-time World Champion Viswanathan Anand has said that in an era increasingly dominated by computer-assisted preparation, deep understanding of the game remains the ultimate differentiator in modern chess. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of a three-day chess workshop in Madurai, Anand observed that access to vast amounts of information does not automatically translate into mastery. “Interestingly, the more knowledge you are given, the less you truly understand. If you receive 20–30 new conclusions every day, how do you internalize them? I believe the only thing that separates…

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Jaipur: In a bold strategic move ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League season, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) are set to appoint 24-year-old Riyan Parag as their new captain for Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. The leadership change follows reports that long-time skipper Sanju Samson is close to sealing a trade move to the Chennai Super Kings (CSK). In exchange, Rajasthan have secured two seasoned all-rounders — Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran — significantly strengthening the squad balance while opening the door for a leadership transition. Leadership Experience and Performance…

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New Delhi: India’s ace shooter Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar delivered a clutch performance to clinch gold in the 50m Rifle 3 Positions event at the Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship held at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range on Thursday. Displaying remarkable composure in the final, Aishwary fired a superb 10.7 in his last shot to edge past teammate Neeraj Kumar by a narrow margin of 0.2 points. Neeraj, competing in his first individual international final, had entered the decisive 35th shot with a slender 0.2-point lead. After scoring 10.3, Aishwary needed…

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by Navneet Bansal, Match Report: India vs Namibia – ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 (Second Match) New Delhi: India registered a commanding 93-run victory over Namibia in their Group A clash of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. While the margin reflected dominance, the match also witnessed a dramatic late-innings collapse that briefly halted India’s charge toward what looked like a record-breaking total. After Namibia won the toss and elected to field, India came out all guns blazing. Opener Sanju Samson set…

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Lucknow: Naval Tata Grassroots Odisha (ONT) successfully defended their crown by defeating hosts UP Karam 2–0 in the final of the 36th Karam All India KD Singh Babu Sub-Junior (Under-14 Boys) Prize Money Hockey Tournament. With this victory, Odisha clinched the title for the second consecutive year in a thrilling contest played at the Padma Shri Mohammad Shahid Hockey Astro Turf, Vijayant Khand Mini Stadium. In a closely fought final between the same two teams that had met in last year’s summit clash, Odisha once again emerged victorious. UP Karam,…

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Lucknow: RoundGlass Hockey Academy (Punjab) registered a commanding 13–1 victory over Hockey Assam to secure full points in the ongoing All India KD Singh Babu Sub-Junior Prize Money Hockey Tournament at Padma Shri Mohammad Shahid Stadium in Lucknow on Thursday. In a one-sided encounter, RoundGlass Academy displayed exceptional coordination and attacking prowess, maintaining dominance throughout the match. Hockey Assam, on the other hand, struggled to retain possession and failed to counter the relentless pressure applied by their opponents. Lalu Diwakar emerged as the star performer for the winning side, showcasing…

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By Navneet Bansal from Patiala As late night development, Pakistan Agrees to Play T20 World Cup Match Against India After High-Level Talks Pakistan has finally agreed to play its much-anticipated T20 World Cup 2026 match against India, following intense closed-door meetings held in Lahore involving officials from the BCCI, PCB, ICC, and after a special request from the Sri Lanka Cricket Board. After initial reluctance, the Pakistan Cricket Board made a U-turn and consented to face India on 15 February 2026. As per the original schedule, the high-voltage encounter will…

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