BCB initiates election process, dissolves regional committees in key overhaul

IANS | May 4, 2026 6:41 PM

Dhaka, May 4 (IANS) The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has outlined a series of important administrative decisions after the third meeting of its Ad-hoc Committee, held at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka on Monday. This meeting signalled key structural changes and the start of its electoral process.

French Open 2026: Top tennis stars unhappy with prize money distribution

IANS | May 4, 2026 6:22 PM

New Delhi, May 4 (IANS) Leading tennis stars, including Jannik Sinner, Aryna Sabalenka, and Coco Gauff, have expressed serious concerns about how prize money is distributed at the French Open. They voiced their deep disappointment amid an ongoing dispute with the Grand Slam organisers.

AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup: India brace for a stern test against Japan

IANS | May 4, 2026 6:14 PM

Suzhou (China), May 4 (IANS) The Indian women's football team faces strong contenders Japan in their second match of Group B at Pitch 4 of the Suzhou Taihu Football Sports Centre in Suzhou, China, on Tuesday as their journey in the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup 2026 now moves into a far sterner phase.

Arjun/Aditya, Mihika/Snehal bag gold medals in Maharashtra Pickleball Open

IANS | May 4, 2026 5:47 PM

Mumbai, May 4 (IANS) Arjun Singh and Aditya Singh bagged the title in the Pro Men’s Doubles category, beating Stavya Bhasin and Ammol in three closely contested sets, while Mihika Yadav and Snehal Patil showcased their dominance in the Pro Women’s Doubles category, securing victory in a one-sided final in the Maharashtra Pickleball Open 2026 in Mumbai.