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BWF India Open: Lakshya & Ayush faceoff in opener, Sindhu to play Vietnam’s Thuy Linh

IANS | January 7, 2026 11:51 AM

New Delhi, Jan 7 (IANS) Former champion Lakshya Sen has been pitted in an all-Indian battle against the up-and-coming Ayush Shetty, while former world champion PV Sindhu will face Vietnam’s Thuy Linh Nguyenin the opening round of the India Open Super 750 badminton tournament to be played at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium here from January 13-18.

Ashes: Stokes limps off the field with adductor injury on Day 4 of SCG Test

IANS | January 7, 2026 10:13 AM

Sydney, Jan 7 (IANS) England captain and all-rounder Ben Stokes walked off the ground early on day four of the fifth Ashes Test match here on Wednesday with a right adductor complaint.

Duffy earns maiden T20 WC call-up as NZ name Santner-led squad

IANS | January 7, 2026 9:39 AM

Wellington, Jan 7 (IANS) Pace-bowling spearhead Jacob Duffy is set for his first senior World Cup after being included in New Zealand's 15-player squad for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, starting February 7.

Premier League festive marathon ends with fourth round of games in 12 days

IANS | January 7, 2026 12:12 AM

London, Jan 7 (IANS) The Premier League's festive fixture crunch reaches its final stretch this week, with eight matches on Wednesday before leaders Arsenal host Liverpool on Thursday in the fourth round of games in a hectic holiday schedule.

UPKL Season 2: Purvanchal Panthers stun Kanpur Warriors to stay alive in do-or-die week

IANS | January 6, 2026 11:57 PM

Noida, Jan 6 (IANS) Purvanchal Panthers delivered a crucial and confidence-boosting performance on Day 13 of the do-or-die week of Season 2 of the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL), defeating Kanpur Warriors 45–30 to keep their campaign firmly alive in the competition being conducted in Noida, on Tuesday.

WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants set sights on strong push

IANS | January 6, 2026 11:25 PM

Mumbai, Jan 6 (IANS) With the fourth season of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) starting on January 9, the Gujarat Giants are heading into the new season with renewed confidence and clear intent. After a breakthrough playoff run last year, the Adani Sportsline-owned franchise is now focused on consistency and taking the next competitive leap.

Pant set to join national team late after playing VHT match for Delhi: Report

IANS | January 6, 2026 11:16 PM

New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant is likely to join the Indian team for the ODI series against New Zealand late, as he has decided to continue to appear for Delhi in the Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) 2025-26, according to a news report.

Senior National Boxing: Pooja Rani and Jadumani Singh win easily; Lovlina and Amit Panghal made to work hard

IANS | January 6, 2026 10:46 PM

New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) World Championship bronze medallist Pooja Rani and India international Jadumani Singh registered easy wins, while Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain and experienced campaigner Amit Panghal were made to work hard to advance at the Elite Men and Women National Boxing Championships at Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida, on Tuesday.

Men's HIL: Tamil Nadu Dragons go top of the table with 3–2 win over Soorma Hockey Club

IANS | January 6, 2026 10:33 PM

Chennai, Jan 6 (IANS) The Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons moved to the top of the Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) table with a hard-fought 3–2 victory over Soorma Hockey Club at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday. Dominant for much of the match, the Dragons were pushed to the limit in the closing stages as Soorma mounted a late fightback, but the hosts held firm to claim an important win.

Fearing delay in getting visas, T20 World Cup teams with Pakistan-origin players seek ICC help

IANS | January 6, 2026 10:12 PM

Mumbai, Jan 5 (IANS) Eight teams that have qualified for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup have approached the International Cricket Council (ICC) seeking help in acquiring visas to play matches in India for players in their squad holding Pakistani passports, a news report has claimed.

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BWF India Open: Lakshya & Ayush faceoff in opener, Sindhu to play Vietnam’s Thuy Linh

Ashes: Stokes limps off the field with adductor injury on Day 4 of SCG Test

Duffy earns maiden T20 WC call-up as NZ name Santner-led squad

Premier League festive marathon ends with fourth round of games in 12 days

UPKL Season 2: Purvanchal Panthers stun Kanpur Warriors to stay alive in do-or-die week

WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants set sights on strong push

Pant set to join national team late after playing VHT match for Delhi: Report

Senior National Boxing: Pooja Rani and Jadumani Singh win easily; Lovlina and Amit Panghal made to work hard

Men's HIL: Tamil Nadu Dragons go top of the table with 3–2 win over Soorma Hockey Club

Fearing delay in getting visas, T20 World Cup teams with Pakistan-origin players seek ICC help

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