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MP’s Samardeep Gill clinches shot put gold, qualifies for CWG at National Senior Athletics meet

IANS | May 25, 2026 9:19 PM

Ranchi, May 25 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh’s 25-year-old shot putter Samardeep Singh Gill outclassed seasoned Punjab thrower Tajinderpal Singh Toor to clinch gold in the men’s shot put event and secure qualification for the Commonwealth Games on the final day of the 29th National Senior Athletics Federation Competition at Birsa Munda Stadium on Monday.

Kusal Mendis named Sri Lanka’s white-ball captain for West Indies tour

IANS | May 25, 2026 9:12 PM

Colombo, May 25 (IANS) Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has appointed Kusal Mendis as the white-ball captain for next month’s all-format tour of the West Indies. This decision represents a major shift in leadership ahead of an important overseas assignment.

Blue Tigers arrive in London for Unity Cup 2026

IANS | May 25, 2026 8:57 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) The Indian senior men’s national team, with 17 players, arrived in London on Monday ahead of their participation in the Unity Cup 2026.

ISSO Academy launches PE Educators Upskill Program with former Indian basketball coach and FIBA instructor Veselin Matic

IANS | May 25, 2026 8:31 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) The International Schools Sports Organisation (ISSO) academy continues its commitment to enhancing grassroots sports education in India by launching the PE Educators Upskill Program. This initiative, in partnership with FIBA (Federation Internationale de Basketball) and the International School Sport Federation (ISF), will take place at The Shri Ram School, Aravali, Gurugram. It will bring together 15 PE educators and basketball coaches for a globally aligned training experience.

Singapore Open: Sindhu, Lakshya, Satwik-Chirag lead India’s charge

IANS | May 25, 2026 8:27 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) The Singapore Open 2026, a BWF Super 750 event beginning Tuesday at the Singapore Indoor Stadium, is set to offer a crucial early-season test for India’s top shuttlers, with PV Sindhu and the men’s doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty leading a strong national contingent in a tournament packed with ranking implications.

U23 Asian C'ship: Akshay and Vicky strike gold in freestyle as Indian women eye historic medal rush in Vietnam

IANS | May 25, 2026 8:25 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) India’s freestyle grapplers Akshay T Dhere and Vicky delivered stunning gold medal-winning performances to set the stage for a blockbuster day at the U23 Asian Championships in Da Nang, Vietnam, on Monday.

IPL 2026: We are not here to defend, we are here to attack, says Patidar ahead of Qualifier 1

IANS | May 25, 2026 8:08 PM

Dharamshala, May 25 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s captain Rajat Patidar believes execution under pressure and staying committed to the team’s strengths will be decisive when RCB face Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1 on Tuesday night.

Harmanpreet Kaur conferred Padma Shri by Prez Murmu

IANS | May 25, 2026 7:51 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) Indian women’s cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur was on Monday conferred the Padma Shri by President Droupadi Murmu, in recognition of her contribution to Indian cricket and her leadership in guiding the Women in Blue to major international success, including a World Cup triumph on home soil.

Minhajul Abedin set for unopposed entry as BCB director from Chattogram

IANS | May 25, 2026 7:32 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) Former Bangladesh captain Minhajul Abedin is poised to become a Category 1 director of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) after the Election Commission finalised the candidates' list on Monday, following the withdrawal deadline.

French Open: Rafael Jodar storms into second round with dominant debut win

IANS | May 25, 2026 7:20 PM

Paris, May 25 (IANS) Rafael Jodar made a strong impression on the biggest clay-court stage with a commanding win in his French Open debut. He defeated Aleksandar Kovacevic 6-1, 6-0, 6-4 in just one hour and 34 minutes on Monday at Roland Garros.

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MP’s Samardeep Gill clinches shot put gold, qualifies for CWG at National Senior Athletics meet

Kusal Mendis named Sri Lanka’s white-ball captain for West Indies tour

Blue Tigers arrive in London for Unity Cup 2026

ISSO Academy launches PE Educators Upskill Program with former Indian basketball coach and FIBA instructor Veselin Matic

Singapore Open: Sindhu, Lakshya, Satwik-Chirag lead India’s charge

U23 Asian C'ship: Akshay and Vicky strike gold in freestyle as Indian women eye historic medal rush in Vietnam

IPL 2026: We are not here to defend, we are here to attack, says Patidar ahead of Qualifier 1

Harmanpreet Kaur conferred Padma Shri by Prez Murmu

Minhajul Abedin set for unopposed entry as BCB director from Chattogram

French Open: Rafael Jodar storms into second round with dominant debut win

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