New Delhi: India captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and opted to field against Afghanistan in their second T20I here Tuesday.India lead the three-match series, which is being hosted by Afghanistan, 1-0, having won the opening T20I by seven wickets.India were forced to make one change to their playing eleven, with leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi replacing…
Novak Djokovic has dropped out of the ATP top 10 for the first time since 2007 after his shock first‑round loss to Mariano Navone at the US Open 2026.The Serb fell from No. 5 to No. 12 in the latest rankings, marking the first time since October 2002 that none of the Big Three —…
Rybakina stuns Gauff to secure her maiden championship spotKazakh tennis star Elena Rybakina fought back from an early deficit to defeat American favorite Coco Gauff 3-6, 6-4, 6-4. This thrilling victory at Arthur Ashe Stadium pushes her into her first US Open final. She completed the gritty comeback in exactly two hours and eight minutes….
Pickleball in India is progressing beyond its roots as a recreational activity, showing rapid growth in participation, competitive events, and infrastructure across the country. As the sport evolves, there is an opportunity to develop platforms that provide structure, identity and a broader sporting narrative.In this context, Courtly has announced the inaugural season of the Courtly…
Bangladesh bowlers target shaky Indian batting in Dubai heatBangladesh enter Thursday’s high-stakes knockout clash in Dubai determined to exploit lingering frailties in India’s middle order with their disciplined bowling unit. While India have triumphed in eight consecutive head-to-head fixtures, Bangladesh previously caused major shocks by restricting their neighbours to 102 for 9 three years ago…
Auckland: The marquee series against India starting late October has set the cash registers ringing at New Zealand Cricket headquarters as the parent body confirmed sale of more than 50,000 tickets since going on sale just over two weeks ago.Commercially the most viable team in world cricket, India is coming to New Zealand after a…
Amritsar Soormas claimed their second victory in this season’s Sher-e-Punjab T20 tournament by defeating Fazilka Falcons with a four-wicket win, successfully chasing a target of 192 with three balls to spare.The match featured a notable contest between Indian teammates Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma, captaining Fazilka and Amritsar respectively, which attracted significant attention. Gill hit…
Team India will face Japan in their first-ever T20 cricket match on September 22 at Sano International Cricket Ground, just before the Asian Games 2026.Just a couple of days before the start of the Asian Games 2026, Team India has set up a historic first-ever T20 clash with Japan. The two teams, who have never…
Indian Olympic Association denies special accommodation for national cricketersIndian Olympic Association officials have formally declined a request from the Board of Control for Cricket in India regarding exclusive lodging for national cricketers. During the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, cricket squads must either accept the officially designated rooms or independently manage their own lodging….
Elma Aveiro, sister of renowned Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, visited Keralam and met with the state’s Chief Minister, VD Satheesan. During her visit, local residents expressed their enthusiasm for football and their admiration for Ronaldo, who has achieved multiple UEFA Champions League titles and played for clubs including Manchester United and Real Madrid.Chief Minister Satheesan…
