Journey from ancient to modern sports highlights our cultural heritage: Gujarat CM

IANS | December 26, 2025 4:30 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec 26 (IANS) The All India Convention of Kreeda Bharati commenced in Ahmedabad on Friday in the presence of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. Inaugurating the convention, the Chief Minister said that sports have been an integral part of India’s culture and lifestyle since ancient times, and noted that Kreeda Bharati has been playing a significant role in preserving traditional sports while contributing to nation-building through physical fitness and character development.

ICC Men’s T20 WC 2026 Trophy Tour wraps up Qatar and Oman legs

IANS | December 26, 2025 3:59 PM

New Delhi, Dec 26 (IANS) After enchanting fans as part of its grand launch at Adam’s Bridge, culturally revered in India as the Ram Setu, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Trophy Tour successfully concluded its Qatar and Oman legs, engaging fans, students and communities across key cities and iconic locations in both countries.

Ashes: Broad slams MCG pitch after 20 wickets fall on Day 1 of MCG Test

IANS | December 26, 2025 3:43 PM

Melbourne, Dec 26 (IANS) Former England pacer Stuart Broad was not impressed with the condition of the MCG pitch on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test, as the former England pacer said that "the amount of movement that this pitch has shown" has indicated that there is "something really wrong".

Ashes: Australia take 46-run lead as 20 wickets fall on Day 1 of MCG Test

IANS | December 26, 2025 2:18 PM

Melbourne, Dec 26 (IANS) Australia held a 46-run lead on day one of the Boxing Day Test after the hosts were bowled out for 152 and England replied with an even limper 110 as a record 20 wickets fell on the first day of the fourth Ashes Test here at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday.