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Men's HIL: Tamil Nadu Dragons go top of the table with 3–2 win over Soorma Hockey Club

IANS | January 6, 2026 10:33 PM

Chennai, Jan 6 (IANS) The Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons moved to the top of the Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) table with a hard-fought 3–2 victory over Soorma Hockey Club at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday. Dominant for much of the match, the Dragons were pushed to the limit in the closing stages as Soorma mounted a late fightback, but the hosts held firm to claim an important win.

Fearing delay in getting visas, T20 World Cup teams with Pakistan-origin players seek ICC help

IANS | January 6, 2026 10:12 PM

Mumbai, Jan 5 (IANS) Eight teams that have qualified for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup have approached the International Cricket Council (ICC) seeking help in acquiring visas to play matches in India for players in their squad holding Pakistani passports, a news report has claimed.

T20 World Cup 2026: Rohit Paudel to lead 15-man Nepal squad

IANS | January 6, 2026 9:34 PM

Dubai, Jan 6 (IANS) Cricket Nepal on Tuesday announced a well-rounded 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, as they look to make a strong impression on the global stage. Rohit Paudel will continue to lead the side in the upcoming edition.

KIBG 2026: Local favourite Princess Alexander Thomas, WB’s Raja Das clinch gold medals in Pencak Silat

IANS | January 6, 2026 9:26 PM

Diu, Jan 6 (IANS) Home favourite Princess Alexander Thomas of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu clinched the first gold medal of the Khelo India Beach Games (KIBG) 2026 with a confident performance in the women’s Tunngal category in Pencak Silat, while Raja Das of West Bengal emerged victorious in men’s Tunngal at the Ghoghla Beach here on Tuesday.

Shaheen Shah Afridi quashes reports of long-term injury scare ahead of World Cup

IANS | January 6, 2026 9:03 PM

Mumbai, Jan 6 (IANS) Pakistan spearhead Shaheen Shah Afridi quashed hopes of him being doubtful for the Twenty20 World Cup, saying his rehab is well on course and will be completed by next week, a news report has claimed.

ISL to kick off on February 14, all teams will participate: Sports Ministry

IANS | January 6, 2026 8:21 PM

New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) The much-awaited new season of the Indian Super League (ISL) is set to commence on February 14, Sports Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya told reporters in New Delhi on Tuesday.

Women's HIL: Shrachi Bengal Tigers beat SG Pipers in sudden death to secure a bonus point, reach final

IANS | January 6, 2026 8:05 PM

Ranchi, Jan 6 (IANS) Shrachi Bengal Tigers once again held their nerve to edge past SG Pipers 0-0 (7-6 SO) in a gripping Women’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 encounter, prevailing in a sudden-death shootout after a goalless draw in regulation time and securing a place in the final of the league.

IWL 2026: East Bengal make short work of Kickstart FC

IANS | January 6, 2026 7:50 PM

Kalyani (West Bengal), Jan 6 (IANS) East Bengal FC made it five wins in as many matches, as they brushed past Kickstart FC 5-0 at the Kalyani Stadium in Kalyani on Tuesday.

Jemimah Rodrigues aims to blend data with on-field instinct while leading DC in WPL 2026

IANS | January 6, 2026 7:38 PM

New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) Ahead of captaining Delhi Capitals (DC) for the first time in the Women’s Premier League (WPL), Jemimah Rodrigues said she will rely on combining her usual meticulous preparation with on-field instinct as she takes charge of leading the franchise for the first time in the upcoming season starting on January 9.

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Shreyas Iyer, Mohd Siraj shine as Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad gain big wins (roundup)

IANS | January 6, 2026 6:53 PM

Jaipur, Jan 6 (IANS) Stand-in captain Shreyas Iyer smashed 82 off just 53 balls as Shivam Dubey claimed three wickets to help Mumbai beat Himachal Pradesh by seven runs in a shortened 33-over match of the Vijay Hazare Trophy at the Jaipuria Vidyalaya Ground in Jaipur on Tuesday.

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Men's HIL: Tamil Nadu Dragons go top of the table with 3–2 win over Soorma Hockey Club

Fearing delay in getting visas, T20 World Cup teams with Pakistan-origin players seek ICC help

T20 World Cup 2026: Rohit Paudel to lead 15-man Nepal squad

KIBG 2026: Local favourite Princess Alexander Thomas, WB’s Raja Das clinch gold medals in Pencak Silat

Shaheen Shah Afridi quashes reports of long-term injury scare ahead of World Cup

ISL to kick off on February 14, all teams will participate: Sports Ministry

Women's HIL: Shrachi Bengal Tigers beat SG Pipers in sudden death to secure a bonus point, reach final

IWL 2026: East Bengal make short work of Kickstart FC

Jemimah Rodrigues aims to blend data with on-field instinct while leading DC in WPL 2026

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Shreyas Iyer, Mohd Siraj shine as Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad gain big wins (roundup)

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