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Asian Boxing C’ships: Vishvanath, Chandrika spearhead India’s strong U-19 & U-23 squad

IANS | July 1, 2026 4:03 PM

New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) India will field a balanced mix of proven performers and emerging talent at the U-19 & U-23 Asian Boxing Championships, with reigning Asian champion Vishvanath Suresh and World Boxing Futures Cup gold medallist Chandrika Bhoresh Pujari leading the country's challenge at the continental event, which begins on July 3 in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Women’s T20 WC: ‘Mooney hurts you in so many ways,’ says Shikha on Australia's winning formula after SF win

IANS | July 1, 2026 3:59 PM

New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Former India pacer Shikha Pandey has credited Australia's tactical discipline and batting efficiency for their comprehensive eight-wicket victory over the West Indies in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup semi-final at The Oval. She reserved special praise for opener Beth Mooney, saying the left-hander's movement at the crease and ability to manipulate the field make her one of the most difficult batters to bowl to in the women's game.

FIFA WC: 'This team truly deserves it,' says Aguirre after Mexico reach round of 16

IANS | July 1, 2026 3:26 PM

Mexico City, July 1 (IANS) Mexico manager Javier Aguirre said reaching the World Cup round of 16 carried special meaning after overcoming a hurdle that had eluded him in his previous spells in charge of the team.

KCA revokes Sreesanth's three year ban after apology

IANS | July 1, 2026 3:21 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, July 1 (IANS) Former India fast bowler S. Sreesanth has been reinstated by the Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) after the cricketing body unanimously decided to revoke the three-year ban imposed on him, following an unconditional apology tendered by the cricketer over his remarks against KCA.

FIFA WC: Sebastian Beccacece steps down as Ecuador head coach after World Cup exit to Mexico

IANS | July 1, 2026 3:20 PM

Mexico City, July 1 (IANS) Sebastian Beccacece has resigned as Ecuador head coach after the South American side's FIFA World Cup campaign ended with a 2-0 defeat to Mexico in the Round of 32 on Tuesday. Speaking after the elimination, the Argentine confirmed that his tenure had come to an end following the expiry of his contract, saying he believed stepping aside was the right decision after Ecuador fell short of the objectives set for the tournament.

FIFA WC: When and where to watch USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina, know all details

IANS | July 1, 2026 2:24 PM

Santa Clara, July 1 (IANS) Hosts USA will take on Bosnia and Herzegovina in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 on Thursday, aiming to book their place in the last 16 at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium.

Women’s T20 WC: Mooney credits Australia’s squad depth for marching into record eighth final

IANS | July 1, 2026 2:17 PM

London, July 1 (IANS) Australia wicketkeeper-batter Beth Mooney has attributed her side's run to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup final to consistent contributions from across the squad after the six-time champions defeated the West Indies by eight wickets in the semi-final at The Oval.

ICC Rankings: Kishan dethrones Abhishek to become No.1 T20I batter; Head rises to top in Tests

IANS | July 1, 2026 2:05 PM

Dubai, July 1 (IANS) India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has replaced teammate Abhishek Sharma as the world's No.1 T20I batter in the latest ICC Player Rankings, ending the latter's nearly year-long reign at the top after his prolific run in the shortest format. In another major change, Australia's Travis Head climbed to the No.1 spot among Test batters for the first time in his career.

FIFA WC: When and where to watch Belgium vs Senegal, know all details

IANS | July 1, 2026 1:51 PM

Seattle, July 1 (IANS) A heavyweight showdown headlines the World Cup round of 32 on Thursday as Belgium will clash with Senegal, with both teams looking to go neck to neck for securing their berth in the round of 16 at the Seattle Stadium.

'Talent alone is never enough’: Oliver Kahn assesses Germany’s FIFA WC campaign

IANS | July 1, 2026 1:01 PM

New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Germany great Oliver Kahn while reflecting on his country's FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign following its Round of 32 exit to Paraguay, praised the team's quality and tactical flexibility under Julian Nagelsmann but warned that competing against the world's best in the knockout stages required much more than individual talent.

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Asian Boxing C’ships: Vishvanath, Chandrika spearhead India’s strong U-19 & U-23 squad

Women’s T20 WC: ‘Mooney hurts you in so many ways,’ says Shikha on Australia's winning formula after SF win

FIFA WC: 'This team truly deserves it,' says Aguirre after Mexico reach round of 16

KCA revokes Sreesanth's three year ban after apology

FIFA WC: Sebastian Beccacece steps down as Ecuador head coach after World Cup exit to Mexico

FIFA WC: When and where to watch USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina, know all details

Women’s T20 WC: Mooney credits Australia’s squad depth for marching into record eighth final

ICC Rankings: Kishan dethrones Abhishek to become No.1 T20I batter; Head rises to top in Tests

FIFA WC: When and where to watch Belgium vs Senegal, know all details

'Talent alone is never enough’: Oliver Kahn assesses Germany’s FIFA WC campaign

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