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'I will be cheering for you': Ellyse Perry sends heartfelt message to RCB ahead of WPL 2026

IANS | January 9, 2026 2:06 PM

Mumbai, Jan 9 (IANS) Australia's premier all-rounder and Royal Challengers Bengaluru top-notch player Ellyse Perry made her presence felt ahead of the team's opening match in WPL 2026 against the Mumbai Indians at the DY Patil Stadium. Perry, who has withdrawn from the tournament citing personal reasons, sent a heartfelt video message to the fans and the team on Friday morning.

Bangladesh cricketers to lose SG sponsorship amid Mustafizur row

IANS | January 9, 2026 1:27 PM

Dhaka, Jan 9 (IANS) Bangladesh cricketers could soon be forced to switch bat sponsors after leading Indian sports manufacturer SG decided not to continue its association, amid escalating cricketing and diplomatic tensions between the two neighbouring nations.

CA confirms participation of seven members of Ashes-winning Australia squad in BBL 15

IANS | January 9, 2026 1:07 PM

New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS) Cricket Australia on Friday confirmed that the ongoing BBL 15 will receive an influx of talent, with multiple members of Australia’s Ashes-winning Test squad returning to action starting Saturday.

Sabalenka sets Muchova face-off in Brisbane semis

IANS | January 9, 2026 12:54 PM

Brisbane, Jan 9 (IANS) World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka moved into the semifinals of the Brisbane International after defeating world No. 5 Madison Keys 6–3 6–3 in straight sets in a rematch of the 2025 Australian Open final on Friday.

Sindhu makes Malaysia Open semis after Yamaguchi retires with injury

IANS | January 9, 2026 11:47 AM

Kuala Lumpur, Jan 9 (IANS) India’s ace shuttler PV Sindhu progressed to the semifinals of the women’s singles event at the Malaysia Open badminton tournament after injury concerns forced her Japanese opponent Akane Yamaguchi to retire midway at the Stadium Axiata Arena here on Friday.

Nick Kyrgios says he'll play only doubles at Australian Open

IANS | January 9, 2026 10:35 AM

New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS) Nick Kyrgios has said that he will not feature in the Australian Open singles draw and instead will focus on doubles, where he is expected to again pair up with Thanasi Kokkinakis.

Wawrinka, Thompson, O’Connell get Australian Open wildcards

IANS | January 9, 2026 10:01 AM

Melbourne, Jan 9 (IANS) Former champion Stan Wawrinka and Australians Jordan Thompson and Chris O’Connell have been awarded wildcards for Australian Open main draw, which begins January 18 at Melbourne Park.

Courtois keeps Atletico at bay to power Real Madrid into Spanish Super Cup final

IANS | January 9, 2026 9:21 AM

Jeddah, Jan 9 (IANS) Federico Valverde and Rodrygo scored and goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois made a series of fine saves as Real Madrid beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 to qualify for Sunday's Spanish Super Cup final against FC Barcelona.

Spanish Super Cup offers Villarreal a chance to close gap in La Liga

IANS | January 8, 2026 11:58 PM

Madrid, Jan 8 (IANS) Although many eyes will be on Jeddah for the Spanish Supercup final on Sunday - featuring Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atlético Madrid, and Athletic Bilbao - the other 16 La Liga sides are in action in what promises to be a key weekend.

Khelo India Beach Games is 'huge platform', grateful to PM Modi for it, says Odisha's Umabati Patra, gold medallist in Pencak Silat

IANS | January 8, 2026 11:42 PM

Diu, Jan 8 (IANS) Till two years back, there was no opportunity for lakhs of talented youngsters around the country to participate in major beach games. The Khelo India Beach Games, currently being held in Daman and Diu, has come out as a great opportunity for these sportspersons to showcase their talent and hope to make it to the international stage from there.

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'I will be cheering for you': Ellyse Perry sends heartfelt message to RCB ahead of WPL 2026

Bangladesh cricketers to lose SG sponsorship amid Mustafizur row

CA confirms participation of seven members of Ashes-winning Australia squad in BBL 15

Sabalenka sets Muchova face-off in Brisbane semis

Sindhu makes Malaysia Open semis after Yamaguchi retires with injury

Nick Kyrgios says he'll play only doubles at Australian Open

Wawrinka, Thompson, O’Connell get Australian Open wildcards

Courtois keeps Atletico at bay to power Real Madrid into Spanish Super Cup final

Spanish Super Cup offers Villarreal a chance to close gap in La Liga

Khelo India Beach Games is 'huge platform', grateful to PM Modi for it, says Odisha's Umabati Patra, gold medallist in Pencak Silat

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