Indonesia tour ‘eye-opener’ ahead of Asian Cup qualifiers, says U17 coach Ishfaq Ahmed
New Delhi, Aug 30 – The India U17 men’s team have returned to their base in Srinagar after a satisfactory tour of Indonesia, where the they recorded a win in their second and last friendly match after losing the opener against the hosts.
Andre Agassi to visit India to flag off pickleball tour and league
New Delhi, Aug 30 – Eight-time Grand Slam champion and former World No. 1 tennis player Andre Agassi is set to visit India in January 2025 to flag off the PWR DUPR Indian Tour & League, a grand tour that promises to bring
Indian-American Theegala places ninth as Scheffler leads at Tour Championship
East Lake (US), Aug 30 – Sahith Theegala, who started the event at a 4-under start shot 3-under in first round for a 7-under total that placed him in the Top-10 at ninth place after the first round of the Tour Championship. Indian-American
Durand Cup: Mohun Bagan eye record-extending 18th title against first-time finalist NorthEast United
New Delhi, Aug 30 – After a thrilling and intense month of competition, the prestigious Durand Cup has reached its pinnacle. In the 133rd edition of this competition, the grand finale will see Mohun Bagan SG and NorthEast United FC, face off to
Day one of second Pakistan-Bangladesh Test called off due to persistent rain
Rawalpindi, Aug 30 – The day one of the second Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh was called off without a toss due to persistent rain and wet outfield at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Friday. Bangladesh are leading the two Test-match series
Paris Paralympics: Avani, Mona qualify for women’s 10m air rifle standing SH1 final
Chateauroux, Aug 30 – Tokyo Paralympics gold medallist Avani Lekhara and Mona Agarwal have qualified in the women’s 10m air rifle standing SH1 final at the Paris Paralympics, here on Friday. Avani finished second with 625.8 points while Mona was placed fifth after
‘Goals and trophies are like ketchup’: Ronaldo on receiving special UEFA award
Monaco, Aug 30 – Portugal captain and one of the most decorated strikers in world football Cristiano Ronaldo was honoured with a special award from UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin in recognition of his remarkable legacy in the Champions League. Ronaldo’s achievements in Europe’s
Australia name squad for FIFA World Cup qualifiers
Sydney, Aug 30 – Australia announced a 24-player squad for the Socceroos’ third round qualifying games for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Friday. Coach Graham Arnold named an extended squad for September’s World Cup qualifiers against Bahrain and Indonesia, with several key
Vinesh Phogat prays for strength, courage at Golden Temple
Amritsar, Aug 30 – Olympic wrestler Vinesh Phogat, who was disqualified from the 50-kg final match in the Paris games, on Friday visited the holiest of Sikh shrines, Harmandir Sahib, popularly known as the Golden Temple, saying she prayed for strength and courage.
Shaheen excluded from Pakistan’s 12-member probables for second Test vs Bangladesh
Rawalpindi, Aug 29 – Pakistan have excluded left-arm fast-bowling spearhead Shaheen Shah from its 12-man probable team ahead of the second Test against Bangladesh, starting at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Friday. Pakistan must win the second Test to draw the series, and
‘Kasaa Aahe Bhaau?’, Olympic medallist Swapnil Kusale reminisces about how PM Modi greeted him in Marathi
New Delhi, Aug 29 – Indian Olympic medallist Swapnil Kusale recalled how PM Narendra Modi began their conversation in Marathi, his native language, after he won the bronze medal at the Paris Olympics. Kusale has inscribed his name in history at the 2024
Conversation with PM Modi motivated me to aim bigger in 2028 Olympics, says Sarabjot
New Delhi, Aug 29 – As the country celebrates National Sports Day to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand, Olympic bronze medallist shooter Sarabjot Singh recollected the conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi that motivated him to change the
‘Letters from PM Modi before Olympics boosted our morale’, says equestrian Anush Agarwalla
New Delhi, Aug 29 – On National Sports Day, Indian equestrian and Olympian Anush Agarwalla shared his inspiring experiences with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He recalled that every athlete participating in the Paris Olympics, including himself, received a letter from the PM, extending
Maharaja Trophy T20: Bengaluru Blasters smash records in historic run chase against Shivamogga
Bengaluru, Aug 28 – In an encounter that set many records, Bengaluru Blasters completed the highest run chase in the history of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20, chasing a target of 228 in 19 overs against the Shivamogga Lions at the M. Chinnaswamy
US Open: Grigor Dimitrov ousts Hijikata to reach third round
New York, Aug 29 – Ninth-seeded Grigor Dimitrov of Bulgaria overcame Australian Rinky Hijikata in straight sets, 6-1, 6-1, 7-6(4), in a men’s singles second-round clash on Day 3 at the 2024 US Open here on Wednesday. Dimitrov, the 33-year-old from Bulgaria, immediately
Paris Paralympics: Indian contingent shines at Opening Ceremony
Paris, Aug 29 – The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games were officially inaugurated with a grand opening ceremony at the iconic Avenue des Champs-Elysees and then on the Place de la Concorde, marking the beginning of an exciting chapter in Paralympic sports history. In
Argentine midfielder Alcaraz secures Flamengo move
Rio de Janeiro, Aug 29 – Argentine midfielder Carlos Alcaraz has joined Flamengo from Premier League side Southampton, both clubs have announced. The 21-year-old agreed to personal terms of a deal that ties him to the Brazilian Serie A outfit until August 2029.
US Open: Djokovic advances after compatriot Djere retires
New York, Aug 29 – 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic advanced to the US Open third round when his compatriot Laslo Djere retired early in the third set. The second seed led 6-4, 6-4, 2-0 before the retirement under the roof of
US Open: Musetti prevails, Shelton sets up all-American Rd-3 clash with Tiafoe
New York, Aug 29 – Lorenzo Musetti of Italy saved two match points at 4-5 in the fifth set of his match against Miomir Kecmanovic to secure a 3-6, 6-4, 6-4, 2-6, 7-5 victory and moved in the third round of the US
‘I was 16 when PM Modi told me I would be successful’, recalls Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker
New Delhi, Aug 29 – On the occasion of National Sports Day, Indian Olympic medallist pistol shooter Manu Bhaker reminisced about her interactions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and offered her perspective on the inspiration he bestows upon athletes. The 22-year-old Manu created