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International Olympic Academy hold meeting with IOA, lauds reactivation of the National Olympic Academy of India

IANS | February 9, 2026 5:35 PM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) A delegation from the International Olympic Academy (IOA), led by Dr Makis Asimakopoulos, Director, and Ms Alexandra Karaiskou, Head of NOAS/NOCs Relations, held an official meeting with the President of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) P. T. Usha, at the headquarters of the Indian Olympic Association here on Monday.

Ranji Trophy: KL Rahul's ton guides Karnataka to semis against Mumbai

IANS | February 9, 2026 5:23 PM

Mumbai, Feb 9 (IANS) India’s star batter KL Rahul struck a superb 24th first-class century to guide Karnataka to a memorable four-wicket victory over 42-time champions Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy 2025–26 quarterfinal at the Sharad Pawar Cricket Academy, BKC, on Monday.

T20 WC: Muzarbani, Ngarava and Evans take three wickets each as Zimbabwe bowl out Oman for 103

IANS | February 9, 2026 5:04 PM

Colombo, Feb 9 (IANS) The fast bowling trio of Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava and Brad Evans picked three wickets each as Zimbabwe bowled out Oman for 103 runs in 19.5 overs in their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign opener at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo on Monday.

T20 WC: ‘Getting 3 of their right-handers out was most important,’ says Scotland’s Michael Leask after 4-17 against Italy

IANS | February 9, 2026 4:47 PM

Kolkata, Feb 9 (IANS) Scotland all-rounder Michael Leask concluded a memorable day at Eden Gardens by being named Player of the Match in his team's 73-run victory over debutants Italy during Monday’s Group C match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. After the game, he acknowledged that he expects some teasing from his teammates for bowling to right-handed batters, but taking out three of their right-handers was likely the most crucial achievement.

T20 WC: Batting performance against Pakistan bit of an outlier, will rectify it, says Ackermann

IANS | February 9, 2026 4:41 PM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) Netherlands all-rounder Colin Ackermann said his side’s batting display in their three-wicket defeat to Pakistan in the first game of 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup was ‘a bit of an outlier’ and vowed the team would iron out mistakes in the coming matches, starting from the one against Namibia to be played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday.

‘He was deserving to show his abilities,’ says Italy’s Harry Manenti after captain Wayne dislocates shoulder

IANS | February 9, 2026 4:34 PM

Kolkata, Feb 9 (IANS) Italy vice-captain Harry Manenti opined that their captain, Wayne Madsen, who was sidelined for most of the game due to an on-field injury, deserved the opportunity to demonstrate his skills on the international stage after the team lost by 73 runs to Scotland in their Group C match at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup at Eden Gardens on Monday.

Asian Rifle/Pistol C'ship: Manu misses gold in shoot-off, Esha wins bronze in 25m Pistol

IANS | February 9, 2026 4:25 PM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) Manu Bhaker narrowly missed out on a gold as she went down to Vietnam’s Thuy Trang Nguyen in an exciting final of 25m Women’s Pistol that was decided at the end of two shoot-offs in the Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship, which is being held here at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range.

T20 WC: Netherlands seek first win as Namibia kickstart their Group A campaign

IANS | February 9, 2026 4:16 PM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) After pushing Pakistan to the brink in Colombo, though it didn’t result in an upset win, the Netherlands will test their credentials against a quietly dangerous Namibia in a Men’s T20 World Cup Group A clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday.

Indian women's cricket team reaches Australia for multi-format series

IANS | February 9, 2026 3:48 PM

Sydney, Feb 9 (IANS) The Indian Women's cricket team touched down in Australia for the multi-format series, which will commence on February 15. India's tour will include three T20 matches, three One-Day Internationals, and a historic one-off Test. Harmanpreet Kaur will lead India in all the formats, with Smriti Mandhana continuing as vice-captain.

"Great opportunity to prove myself”: Araijeet Hundal ready for FIH Men’s Pro League challenge after strong injury comeback

IANS | February 9, 2026 3:32 PM

Rourkela, Feb 9 (IANS) After making a strong return from injury through an impressive campaign in the Men’s Hockey India League (HIL), one of India’s rising and most promising forwards, Araijeet Singh Hundal, is set to feature in the upcoming FIH Men’s Pro League 2025–26 matches from February 10 to 15 at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium. India will play their first match against Belgium on February 11.

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International Olympic Academy hold meeting with IOA, lauds reactivation of the National Olympic Academy of India

Ranji Trophy: KL Rahul's ton guides Karnataka to semis against Mumbai

T20 WC: Muzarbani, Ngarava and Evans take three wickets each as Zimbabwe bowl out Oman for 103

T20 WC: ‘Getting 3 of their right-handers out was most important,’ says Scotland’s Michael Leask after 4-17 against Italy

T20 WC: Batting performance against Pakistan bit of an outlier, will rectify it, says Ackermann

‘He was deserving to show his abilities,’ says Italy’s Harry Manenti after captain Wayne dislocates shoulder

Asian Rifle/Pistol C'ship: Manu misses gold in shoot-off, Esha wins bronze in 25m Pistol

T20 WC: Netherlands seek first win as Namibia kickstart their Group A campaign

Indian women's cricket team reaches Australia for multi-format series

"Great opportunity to prove myself”: Araijeet Hundal ready for FIH Men’s Pro League challenge after strong injury comeback

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