Durand Cup: Shillong Lajong FC overcome Indian Navy FT to reach second consecutive SF

IANS | August 16, 2025 6:49 PM

Shillong, Aug 16 (IANS) Shillong Lajong FC came from behind to overcome Indian Navy FT 2-1 in the first quarterfinal of the Durand Cup, which was played at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here on Saturday, to secure their second consecutive semifinal appearance. Second-half goals from Damaitphang Lyngdoh and Everbrightson Sana Mylliempdah gave the home side the victory after Vijay Marandi had given Indian Navy the lead in the first half.

World Games 2025: China claims first roller sports gold at Chengdu

IANS | August 16, 2025 6:36 PM

Chengdu (China), Aug 16 (IANS) Zhang Hao secured China's first roller sports gold at the Chengdu World Games, as inline freestyle skating competitions kicked off on Saturday. In an all-Chinese men's speed slalom final, Zhang beat Fu Yu 2-0 to claim the victory, while Reza Lesani of Iran defeated compatriot Amirmohammad Savari Jamalouei to take the bronze.

BCCI to introduce ‘Serious Injury Replacement’ rule for 2025/26 domestic season

IANS | August 16, 2025 5:46 PM

New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has introduced a ‘Serious Injury Replacement’ clause in the playing conditions for multi-day games in the upcoming 2025/26 domestic season. The rule will allow for like-for-like replacements for players ruled out of a match due to a serious injury.

Anahat Singh enters NSW Bega Open final

IANS | August 16, 2025 3:20 PM

Bega (Australia), Aug 16 (IANS) Teenage Indian squash player Anahat Singh reached the final of the NSW Bega Open 2025 after a hard-fought win over Egypt’s Nour Khafagy in the semifinal on Saturday.

A gentleman to the core, says Ganguly on Simpson’s demise

IANS | August 16, 2025 2:00 PM

New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) Former India captain Sourav Ganguly expressed sadness over the demise of legendary Australia cricketer Bob Simpson and described him as ‘a gentleman to the core’. Ganguly added that his memories of being with Simpson during the 1999 World Cup and county stint with Lancashire will remain in his heart and memories.