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French Open: Diana Shnaider scripts epic comeback to stun No.1 seed Sabalenka; storms into maiden semis

IANS | June 3, 2026 7:43 PM

Paris, June 3 (IANS) Russian youngster Diana Shnaider came from a set and a double break down to win the last 10 games in a row and stunned World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a quarterfinal match in the women's singles section of the French Open on Wednesday, securing a historic maiden entry into the Grand Slam semifinals at the Stade Roland Garros in Paris.

Pakistan cricket is going down fast, lament former stars after loss to Australia

IANS | June 3, 2026 7:26 PM

Lahore, June 3 (IANS) Former Pakistan stars lambasted the current national team after its abject surrender against a depleted Australian side in the first two matches of the ODI series in Lahore on Tuesday, declaring that the country’s cricket is going down at a fast rate, a news report said on Wednesday.

Mosaddek, Nurul return as Bangladesh announce squad for first two ODIs against Australia

IANS | June 3, 2026 7:22 PM

Dhaka, June 3 (IANS) Bangladesh have recalled middle‑order batter Mosaddek Hossain and wicketkeeper‑batter Nurul Hasan for the first two ODIs against Australia starting in Mirpur on June 9, with Mahidul Islam Ankon and Afif Hossain making way.

Govt invites applications for appointment of members to National Sports Tribunal under new Sports Act

IANS | June 3, 2026 7:06 PM

New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has invited applications for the appointment of two Members of the National Sports Tribunal (NST), a statutory body established under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025.

Over 400 athletes from 60 nations to compete in inaugural World Yogasana C'ships in Ahmedabad

IANS | June 3, 2026 6:50 PM

Ahmedabad, June 3 (IANS) Over 400 athletes from more than 60 countries will compete in the inaugural World Yogasana Championships (WYC) 2026, set to be held at the EKA Arena from June 4 to 8.

Absolutely ludicrous': Simon Doull slams Archer's England absence ahead of New Zealand Tests

IANS | June 3, 2026 6:30 PM

New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) Former New Zealand fast bowler Simon Doull has launched a scathing attack on the absence of Jofra Archer from England's squad for the first Test against New Zealand, describing the situation as "absolutely ludicrous" and questioning the pacer's commitment to red-ball cricket.

French Open: Maja Chwalinska beat Anna Kalinskaya to reach maiden Major semi-finals

IANS | June 3, 2026 6:21 PM

Paris, June 3 (IANS) Poland tennis star Maja Chwalinska has continued her dream run in the prestigious French Open as the World Number 114 has beaten No.22 seed Anna Kalinskaya 7-6(3), 6-3 at Court Philippe-Chatrier on Wednesday to reach her first Grand Slam semifinal.

Butcher questions England captain Stokes’ move to number seven ahead of Tests against NZ

IANS | June 3, 2026 5:51 PM

London, June 3 (IANS) Former England batter Mark Butcher has expressed reservations over skipper Ben Stokes’ decision to drop down to number seven in the batting order for the first Test against New Zealand, starting at Lord’s on Thursday.

‘PM Modi has been clear, Yogasana must be treated as a sport’: Yogasana Bharat Prez Udit Sheth

Vaishnavi Iyer | June 3, 2026 5:35 PM

New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) For Udit Sheth, President of Yogasana Bharat and Vice President of World Yogasana, the journey to transform Yogasana into a globally recognised sport is about much more than competitions and medals. It is about creating an ecosystem — one that combines institutional support, commercial sustainability, world-class presentation, and international participation.

Rasmus Hojlund joins Napoli on permanent transfer from Man United

IANS | June 3, 2026 5:21 PM

Manchester, June 3 (IANS) English football club Manchester United has confirmed the permanent transfer of striker Rasmus Hojlund to the Italian club Napoli FC on Wednesday.

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French Open: Diana Shnaider scripts epic comeback to stun No.1 seed Sabalenka; storms into maiden semis

Pakistan cricket is going down fast, lament former stars after loss to Australia

Mosaddek, Nurul return as Bangladesh announce squad for first two ODIs against Australia

Govt invites applications for appointment of members to National Sports Tribunal under new Sports Act

Over 400 athletes from 60 nations to compete in inaugural World Yogasana C'ships in Ahmedabad

Absolutely ludicrous': Simon Doull slams Archer's England absence ahead of New Zealand Tests

French Open: Maja Chwalinska beat Anna Kalinskaya to reach maiden Major semi-finals

Butcher questions England captain Stokes’ move to number seven ahead of Tests against NZ

‘PM Modi has been clear, Yogasana must be treated as a sport’: Yogasana Bharat Prez Udit Sheth

Rasmus Hojlund joins Napoli on permanent transfer from Man United

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