‘A big runway into the World Cup’: Nathan Ellis sets sights on Australia’s 2027 title defence

IANS | September 14, 2026 1:07 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) Australia pacer Nathan Ellis sees the six ODIs against Zimbabwe and South Africa this month as a crucial opportunity to stake his claim for the 2027 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup squad, with the 31-year-old using the upcoming assignments in southern Africa to sharpen his game and help Australia understand conditions they could encounter during next year’s title defence.

Tennis players end 'public phase' of prize-money battle with grand slams

IANS | September 14, 2026 12:16 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) The world’s leading tennis players, who have been protesting for a greater share of Grand Slam tournament revenues, said that the public phase of the campaign has "come to a close" as the formal Grand Slam Player Advisory Council exists to carry the work forward.

‘Together we rise’: BCCI chief Manhas, Laxman hail India women’s Asia Cup triumph

IANS | September 14, 2026 12:16 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) India’s record-extending eighth Women’s Asia Cup title has been hailed as a statement of the team’s dominance and a significant step towards building a side capable of competing consistently at the highest level, with BCCI President Mithun Manhas and former India cricketer and Centre of Excellence (CoE) chief VVS Laxman congratulating the champions.