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Hockey India announces Anmol Ekka-led junior men's squad for Belgium exposure tour

IANS | June 30, 2026 3:40 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Hockey India on Tuesday announced the 22-member Junior Men's squad for the upcoming exposure tour of Belgium, scheduled from 5 to 18 July 2026. The tour will be the team's first assignment under newly appointed coach Frederic Soyez and will serve as a key preparatory phase ahead of the FIH Hockey Men's Junior Asia Cup later this year.

‘Vaibhav may have to wait for the first three games’: Pujara urges patience over teenager’s selection

IANS | June 30, 2026 3:23 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara believes teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should not allow the growing attention around him to become a distraction as he awaits a possible opportunity in India's upcoming T20I series against England.

Challenge for Iyer to win T20I series in England after Kohli and Rohit: Pujara

IANS | June 30, 2026 2:58 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara believes Shreyas Iyer has the leadership qualities to guide India in the upcoming T20I series in England but says the new captain’s biggest examination will come with the bat.

ICC rankings: Charani retains top spot, Bell-Ecclestone close in after latest update

IANS | June 30, 2026 2:54 PM

Dubai, June 30 (IANS) India left-arm spinner Sree Charani retained her position as the world's No.1 T20I bowler in the latest rankings released on Tuesday, although England duo Sophie Ecclestone and Lauren Bell have moved closer to the summit following their impressive performances at the ongoing Women's T20 World Cup.

FIFA WC 2026: 'We believe in our game plan and identity,' says Ouahbi after Morocco reach round of 16

IANS | June 30, 2026 2:44 PM

Monterrey, June 30 (IANS) Morocco manager Mohamed Ouahbi has praised his team's self-belief after recovering from a goal down to beat the Netherlands on penalties and reach the World Cup last 16.

FIFA WC: When and where to watch England vs DR Congo, know all details

IANS | June 30, 2026 2:29 PM

Atlanta, June 30 (IANS) England's FIFA World Cup campaign enters the knockout phase with a round-of-32 meeting against DR Congo at Atlanta Stadium, where Thomas Tuchel's side will look to justify their status as one of the tournament favourites. While the Three Lions topped Group L without defeat, their performances have left room for improvement as the pressure intensifies.

FIFA WC: 'I'm going to reflect on my future,' says Netherlands coach Koeman after round of 32 exit

IANS | June 30, 2026 2:17 PM

Monterrey, June 30 (IANS) Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman cast doubt on his future on Tuesday after a penalty shootout loss to Morocco eliminated his team from the World Cup.

FIFA WC: When and where to watch Mexico vs Ecuador, know all details

IANS | June 30, 2026 1:39 PM

Mexico City, June 30 (IANS) Mexico's remarkable FIFA World Cup journey reaches a pivotal moment as Javier Aguirre's side welcomes Ecuador to the Estadio Azteca for a round-of-32 showdown that promises to be among the closest contests of the knockout stage. After a flawless group campaign, El Tri now faces an opponent widely regarded as one of the tournament's most dangerous underdogs.

'Football may never see this again': Oliver Kahn hails Messi-Ronaldo rivalry

IANS | June 30, 2026 1:11 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) German football legend Oliver Kahn believes Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo created a football rivalry unlike any other, with their relentless pursuit of excellence pushing each other to unprecedented heights for nearly two decades.

FIFA WC: When and where to watch France vs Sweden, know all details

IANS | June 30, 2026 12:57 PM

New Jersey, June 30 (IANS) France enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 32 with growing momentum and the weight of expectation firmly behind them as they prepare to face Sweden at the New Jersey Stadium, the venue that will also host next month's final.

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Hockey India announces Anmol Ekka-led junior men's squad for Belgium exposure tour

‘Vaibhav may have to wait for the first three games’: Pujara urges patience over teenager’s selection

Challenge for Iyer to win T20I series in England after Kohli and Rohit: Pujara

ICC rankings: Charani retains top spot, Bell-Ecclestone close in after latest update

FIFA WC 2026: 'We believe in our game plan and identity,' says Ouahbi after Morocco reach round of 16

FIFA WC: When and where to watch England vs DR Congo, know all details

FIFA WC: 'I'm going to reflect on my future,' says Netherlands coach Koeman after round of 32 exit

FIFA WC: When and where to watch Mexico vs Ecuador, know all details

'Football may never see this again': Oliver Kahn hails Messi-Ronaldo rivalry

FIFA WC: When and where to watch France vs Sweden, know all details

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