New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) After a roller coaster 2025, the Indian men’s cricket team faces a jam-packed 2026, headlined by a home T20 World Cup defence, lots of ODI matches, and some tough World Test Championship (WTC) assignments in overseas conditions.
Patna, Dec 24 (IANS) Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) president congratulated the Bihar team for their "historic performance," calling the match a moment of immense pride for state cricket. He lauded the entire squad for their fearless approach and discipline and extended special appreciation to the three centurions, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Sakibul Gani and Ayush Loharuka, for their outstanding batting displays.
Bhubaneswar, Dec 24 (IANS) With the Hockey India League 2026 just around the corner, Kalinga Lancers have begun their pre-season training camp with Indian players reporting at the Kalinga Stadium here on Tuesday.
New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) While the first half of the opening day of the Vijay Hazare Trophy was all about record-breaking centuries, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli stole the limelight in the second half with their respective hundreds on their return to the premier one-day domestic tournament.
New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) South Africa captain Temba Bavuma has revealed that India duo of Rishabh Pant and Jasprit Bumrah apologised to him after making remarks in their own language during the first Test at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) Indian badminton in 2025 will be remembered more for reassessment than success. Results were limited, and maintaining momentum proved difficult. Players like PV Sindhu, HS Prannoy, and Kidambi Srikanth struggled to maintain consistency. The season lacked significant achievements, with injuries affecting preparations, quick early exits common.
New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) The 2026 tennis season is poised to deliver another relentless, globe-spanning campaign, with the sport’s biggest stars set to navigate Grand Slams, elite tour events and high-profile team competitions across six continents. From the opening ball strike in Australia to the season-ending showdowns in Europe and the Middle East, the calendar is packed with opportunities for history, redemption and breakthrough performances.
Ranchi, Dec 24 (IANS) SG Pipers Head Coach Sofie Gierts has expressed her admiration for the quality and fearlessness of the young Indian players in her squad, describing their natural ability and mindset as a major positive in the team’s early preparations ahead of the Hockey India League 2025–26, scheduled from December 28, 2025, to January 10, 2026.
Bengaluru, Dec 24 (IANS) Virat Kohli has once again etched his name in cricketing history, reaching the remarkable milestone of 16,000 List A runs during his return to the Vijay Hazare Trophy on Wednesday.
New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) Former India men's team physio Patrick Farhart has joined Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) as Global Head of Science and Medicine, a franchise official told IANS on Wednesday.
