If Sanju gets going, he can win you the game in the first 6 overs: Gambhir

IANS | March 15, 2026 11:50 AM

New Delhi, March 15 (IANS) India head coach Gautam Gambhir has revealed that the team’s decision to bring Sanju Samson back into the playing XI midway through the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 was driven by a clear attacking philosophy rather than tactical match-ups, stressing that the wicketkeeper-batter has the ability to decide games inside the powerplay.

Kerr, Devine star as New Zealand cruise past South Africa in 1st T20I

IANS | March 15, 2026 11:15 AM

Mount Maunganui, March 15 (IANS) A dominant all-round display led by captain Amelia Kerr and a four-wicket haul from former skipper Sophie Devine powered New Zealand to a commanding 80-run victory over South Africa in the opening T20I of the three-match series at Bay Oval on Sunday. With the comprehensive win, New Zealand took a 1-0 lead in the series.

Formula 1: Bahrain, Saudi Arabian Grands Prix canceled

IANS | March 15, 2026 9:45 AM

Shanghai, March 15 (IANS) Formula 1 has canceled next month's Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix because of the escalating conflict in the Middle East, leaving the 2026 season with a reduced 22-race calendar and a lengthy spring break.

IFL 2025-26: Sreenidi Deccan secure narrow win over Gokulam Kerala

IANS | March 14, 2026 11:48 PM

Manjeri, March 14 (IANS) A second-half strike by Fabrice Kah ensured Sreenidi Deccan FC beat Gokulam Kerala FC 1-0 in Match 14 of the Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 at Payyanad Stadium in Manjeri on Saturday. Sreenidi Deccan provisionally climbed to the top of the table with six points from three matches, while Gokulam Kerala dropped to 10th in the table with two points from three matches.

ISL 2025-26: Bengaluru halt Mohun Bagan's winning run

IANS | March 14, 2026 11:29 PM

Bengaluru, March 14 (IANS) Bengaluru FC held league leaders Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) to a goalless draw in Gameweek 5 of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 season at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday.