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WPL 2026: Collective bowling effort guides UP Warriorz to second straight win over Mumbai Indians

IANS | January 17, 2026 6:50 PM

Navi Mumbai, Jan 17 (IANS) A commanding batting effort led by skipper Meg Lanning, followed by a disciplined and collective bowling performance, helped UP Warriorz register a convincing 22-run victory over defending champions Mumbai Indians in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 10th match at the DY Patil Stadium here on Saturday.

Pro Wrestling League: Haryana Thunders roar with dominant 7–2 win over Punjab Royals

IANS | January 17, 2026 6:36 PM

Noida, Jan 17 (IANS) Haryana Thunders made a thunderous statement on their Pro Wrestling League (PWL) 2026 debut, outclassing Punjab Royals with a dominant 7–2 win in their opening tie at the Noida Indoor Stadium on Friday night.

Wayne Madsen to captain Italy in their maiden Men’s T20 World Cup campaign

IANS | January 17, 2026 6:24 PM

New Delhi, Jan 17 (IANS) Experienced batter Wayne Madsen will captain Italy in their first appearance in the Men’s T20 World Cup, set to happen in India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8.

Aus Open: Federer, Agassi light up opening ceremony at Melbourne Park

IANS | January 17, 2026 5:56 PM

Melbourne, Jan 17 (IANS) On Saturday night at the Australian Open, Roger Federer, Andre Agassi, Lleyton Hewitt, Patrick Rafter, and Ashleigh Barty entertained the crowd with a lively exhibition doubles match during the opening ceremony, sharing laughs throughout.

Union Ministers Mandaviya, Kishan Reddy to join 57th Fit India Sundays on cycle

IANS | January 17, 2026 5:27 PM

Hyderabad, Jan 17 (IANS) The Fit India Movement, under the aegis of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, will organise the 57th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle across multiple cities on Sunday, January 18, as part of the Government of India’s ongoing effort to promote fitness as a mass movement.

Olympic medallist Vijender Singh appointed member of Asian Boxing Council

IANS | January 17, 2026 5:15 PM

New Delhi, Jan 17 (IANS) Indian boxing icon Vijender Singh has been named a member of the Asian Boxing Council, representing another important milestone in his transition from top athlete to global sports administrator.

3rd ODI: India, NZ head into series decider with milestones in mind (Preview)

IANS | January 17, 2026 5:13 PM

Indore, Jan 17 (IANS) Rajkot witnessed the class of KL Rahul, but improved bowling and the might of Daryl Mitchell gave New Zealand the last laugh as the visitors outclassed India to clinch a seven-wicket win and level the series 1-1. All eyes now turn to Indore, as India and New Zealand battle it out in the series decider.

WPL 2026: Lanning, Litchfield guide UP Warriorz to 187 against Mumbai Indians

IANS | January 17, 2026 5:06 PM

Navi Mumbai, Jan 17 (IANS) An impressive batting effort by captain Meg Lanning and Phoebe Litchfield propelled UP Warriorz to 187/8 against Mumbai Indians, despite a dramatic final over by Amelia Kerr, in their Women’s Premier League match here at the DY Patil Stadium on Saturday.

Abhishek defines the way this Indian team wants to play T20 cricket, says Bangar

IANS | January 17, 2026 4:57 PM

New Delhi, Jan 17 (IANS) India’s left-handed opener Abhishek Sharma represents the fearless brand of cricket the side wishes to play at next month's T20 World Cup, said former batting coach Sanjay Bangar

An Se-young dispatches Intanon in 32 minutes to enter BWF India Open final

IANS | January 17, 2026 4:42 PM

New Delhi, Jan 17 (IANS) World No. 1 An Se-young advanced to the second final of the 2026 season after defeating World No. 8 Ratchanok Intanon of Thailand in just 32 minutes in the semifinal of the BWF Super 750 India Open on Saturday.