He plays the way we do: Ishan Kishan backs Alcaraz in Australian Open final

IANS | February 1, 2026 11:11 AM

Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 1 (IANS) India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has backed Carlos Alcaraz to win the men’s singles final against Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open 2026, saying the young Spaniard’s attacking instincts and fearless shot-making closely resemble the way Indian cricketers approach their game.

Tilak to play warm-up matches, Sunder looking good, Suryakumar Yadav gives update ahead of T20 WC

IANS | February 1, 2026 10:10 AM

Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 1 (IANS) Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav has provided a positive update on Tilak Varma and Washington Sunder's availability in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 while speaking to the reporters in the post-match conference after India beat New Zealand by 46 runs in the fifth and final T20I match of the series at the Greenfield Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram.

PWL 2026: Practising with foreign players helps understand game better, says Maharashtra Kesari’s Manisha Bhanwala

IANS | February 1, 2026 9:46 AM

Noida, Feb 1 (IANS) Maharashtra Kesari’s Manisha Bhanwala was named Fighter of the Match for her dominant display in the 57kg women’s category during the Pro Wrestling League 2026 semifinal against Delhi Dangal Warriors. Despite her team’s loss, the 28-year-old said the league provides invaluable exposure and learning opportunities that will help Indian wrestlers prepare for major global tournaments such as the Asian Games and the Olympics.

‘It’s going to be tough but I’m confident of winning,’ says Delhi’s Anjli ahead of PWL final against Haryana’s Iryna

IANS | February 1, 2026 1:33 AM

Noida, Feb 1 (IANS) Delhi Dangal Warriors’ Anjli is set for a high-profile clash against Haryana Thunders’ Iryna Koliadenko when the two teams meet in the final of the Pro Wrestling League 2026 on Sunday. The Delhi wrestler acknowledged the challenge of facing the Paris Olympic silver medallist but expressed confidence in her ability to overturn expectations and defeat the fan favourite.

PWL: ‘Matches we were on the verge of winning turned into defeats,’ says Maharashtra head coach Anil Mann after SF loss to Delhi

IANS | February 1, 2026 1:14 AM

Noida, Feb 1 (IANS) Delhi Dangal Warriors booked their place in the final of the Pro Wrestling League 2026 after edging past Maharashtra Kesari 5–4 in a gripping Semi-final 2 at the Noida Indoor Stadium on Friday. The contest, marked by dramatic momentum shifts and narrow margins, saw Delhi hold their composure under pressure to set up a blockbuster title clash against Haryana Thunders on Sunday.

PWL: ‘Strategy against Tumur Ochir is to give my best,’ says Delhi's Sujeet ahead of final against Haryana

IANS | February 1, 2026 1:07 AM

Noida, Feb 1 (IANS) Delhi Dangal Warriors secured their spot in the final of the Pro Wrestling League 2026 after narrowly defeating Maharashtra Kesari in a thrilling semi-final 2 at the Noida Indoor Stadium on Saturday night, and Delhi’s Sujeet said that he is looking forward to his bout against Haryana Thunders’ Mongolian wrestler Tumur Ochir, with their individual head-to-head across tournaments tied at 1-1.