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'I am proud of the tournament we had,' says head coach Conti after India's Asian Cup campaign ends in QF

IANS | May 12, 2026 4:22 PM

Suzhou, May 12 (IANS) Tears flowed across one dugout at the Suzhou Sports Centre Stadium after the final whistle. Several Indian players dropped to the ground in disappointment; others stood frozen in silence, while coaches and teammates moved around trying to console one another. India had come within one match of a historic FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualification, and the pain of seeing that dream slip away was visible on every face after the 0-3 quarter-final defeat against hosts China on Monday.

'One of the greatest comebacks in IPL history': Banger backs KKR's playoffs charge

IANS | May 12, 2026 4:05 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar believes Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are on course to script one of the greatest comebacks in IPL history after the three-time champions reignited their playoff hopes with a stunning turnaround in IPL 2026.

SAI and MyBharat launch nationwide engagement initiatives ahead of CWG 2030

IANS | May 12, 2026 3:32 PM

New Delhi, MAy 12 (IANS) In the run-up to the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2030, set to be hosted in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, the Sports Authority of India (SAI) in collaboration with MyBharat, has launched three nationwide engagement initiatives.

'Not using Chahal was a big mistake': Bangar on PBKS loss

IANS | May 12, 2026 3:16 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar believes Punjab Kings (PBKS) made a crucial tactical error by not using leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal during Delhi Capitals’ successful chase of 211 in their IPL 2026 clash at Dharamsala.

NZ women fined for slow over rate in ODI series opener against England

IANS | May 12, 2026 2:59 PM

Dubai, May 12 (IANS) New Zealand have been fined five per cent of their match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate in the first ODI of their ICC Women’s Championship series against England in Chester-le-Street.

'WFI never stops athletes from competing without any reason,' says Brij Bhushan on Vinesh's eligibility Row

IANS | May 12, 2026 2:58 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) Fromer Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh distanced himself from the ongoing controversy surrounding Vinesh Phogat’s participation in wrestling trials, saying the matter falls entirely under the jurisdiction of the current WFI administration.

Charlie Dean, Melie Kerr gain big in women's ODI rankings

IANS | May 12, 2026 2:28 PM

Dubai, May 12 (IANS) England's Charlie Dean and New Zealand captain Melie Kerr have made big gains on the latest ICC Women's ODI Player Rankings after their impressive show in the opening game of the three-match ODI series.

Shabnim Ismail returns as South Africa name squad for Women’s T20 WC 2026

IANS | May 12, 2026 2:04 PM

Johannesburg, May 12 (IANS) Veteran fast bowler Shabnim Ismail has reversed her retirement and returned to the South African women’s side as the Proteas announced their 15-member squad for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to be held in England and Wales from June 12 to July 5.

'I don’t think about India comeback': Bhuvneshwar opens up on return talks

IANS | May 12, 2026 1:51 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS)Veteran India pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has dismissed talks around a potential national team comeback despite enjoying a stellar IPL 2026 campaign with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), saying he no longer sets long-term goals after learning from past disappointments.

‘It’s about personal pride and wanting to close out games’: Miller after DC’s record chase

IANS | May 12, 2026 1:35 PM

Dharamsala, May 12 (IANS) Delhi Capitals (DC) batter David Miller said personal pride and experience helped him remain calm during high-pressure situations as DC pulled off a record run chase against Punjab Kings (PBKS) to keep their IPL 2026 playoff hopes alive.

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'I am proud of the tournament we had,' says head coach Conti after India's Asian Cup campaign ends in QF

'One of the greatest comebacks in IPL history': Banger backs KKR's playoffs charge

SAI and MyBharat launch nationwide engagement initiatives ahead of CWG 2030

'Not using Chahal was a big mistake': Bangar on PBKS loss

NZ women fined for slow over rate in ODI series opener against England

'WFI never stops athletes from competing without any reason,' says Brij Bhushan on Vinesh's eligibility Row

Charlie Dean, Melie Kerr gain big in women's ODI rankings

Shabnim Ismail returns as South Africa name squad for Women’s T20 WC 2026

'I don’t think about India comeback': Bhuvneshwar opens up on return talks

‘It’s about personal pride and wanting to close out games’: Miller after DC’s record chase

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