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'State leagues positive, but close monitoring needed': Lalit Modi on rise of T20 tournaments in India

IANS | September 1, 2026 1:06 PM

New Delhi, Sep 1 (IANS) Indian Premier League founder Lalit Modi emphasised that the growth of state T20 leagues is a "positive development for Indian cricket" that can help identify talent at local levels, but cautioned that "very close monitoring" should be carried out by the state cricket associations to keep them free from any possible corrupt approaches.

‘They’ve ruined cricket, good for nothing’: Danish Kaneria tears into Pakistan after England debacle

IANS | September 1, 2026 12:37 PM

New Delhi, Sep 1 (IANS) Former Pakistan leg-spinner Danish Kaneria has launched a blistering attack on the country's cricketing system after Pakistan slipped to a 0-2 Test series defeat against England, questioning everything from player selection and coaching to the domestic structure and the administration's accountability.

Naveen, Musa complete WRC3 podium hat-trick in Paraguay

IANS | September 1, 2026 12:14 PM

Encarnacion (Paraguay), Sept 1 (IANS) Indian rally veterans Naveen Puligilla and co-driver Musa Sherif made an impressive comeback to secure another WRC3 podium, finishing third at Rally del Paraguay. This event was the 11th round of the FIA World Rally Championship and marked their third consecutive podium in the class.

From not knowing what shooting was to Asian Games: Manisha Keer’s journey

IANS | September 1, 2026 11:29 AM

Bhopal, Sep 1 (IANS) Indian trap shooter Manisha Keer is preparing for another major international challenge, but her journey to representing the country began with an unlikely discovery. Growing up in a modest family in a village near Bhopal, Manisha knew little about shooting until her elder sister introduced her to the sport that would eventually shape her career.

US Open: ‘It's a big surprise,’ says Alcaraz on Djokovic's shock first-round exit

IANS | September 1, 2026 10:54 AM

New York, Sep 1 (IANS) Defending US Open champion Carlos Alcaraz described Novak Djokovic's stunning first-round exit from the tournament as a “big surprise” after the Spaniard returned from a four-month injury layoff with a straight-sets win over Roman Safiullin on Monday, while stressing that he remains focused on taking his own campaign one round at a time.

Federer receives Hall of Fame ring during special US Open return

IANS | September 1, 2026 10:31 AM

New York, Sep 1 (IANS) Roger Federer was honoured at the US Open on Tuesday (IST) as the Swiss great received his International Tennis Hall of Fame ring at Arthur Ashe Stadium, two days after his formal induction in Newport.

US Open: Alcaraz returns; Shelton, Tsitsipas rally as Wawrinka bows out (roundup)

IANS | September 1, 2026 9:52 AM

New York, Sep 1 (IANS) Carlos Alcaraz marked his return to singles action with a composed victory, while Stan Wawrinka's final Grand Slam appearance ended in defeat as the men's singles draw produced several compelling first-round stories at the US Open on Day 2.

US Open: Swiatek, Anisimova, Muchova cruise into Rd 2 as upsets mark busy day (roundup)

IANS | September 1, 2026 9:27 AM

New York, Sep 1 (IANS) Iga Swiatek extended her remarkable record in Grand Slam opening rounds with a straight-sets victory over Wang Xiyu, while Amanda Anisimova, Linda Noskova and Karolina Muchova also progressed on a busy day in the women's singles draw.

Australia recall Marsh, Head; Labuschagne left out for Zimbabwe, South Africa ODIs

IANS | September 1, 2026 7:49 AM

New Delhi, Sep 1 (IANS) Australia have strengthened their one-day plans ahead of the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, recalling several senior players for a six-match tour of Zimbabwe and South Africa later this month.

Handscomb, Ashes-winning quicks picked for Australia A India tour; Labuschagne misses out

IANS | September 1, 2026 7:41 AM

New Delhi, Sep 1 (IANS) Peter Handscomb has been handed another opportunity to revive his Test career after being named in Australia A’s squad for their upcoming tour of India, with Brendan Doggett and Jhye Richardson adding pace and experience to the red-ball group.

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'State leagues positive, but close monitoring needed': Lalit Modi on rise of T20 tournaments in India

‘They’ve ruined cricket, good for nothing’: Danish Kaneria tears into Pakistan after England debacle

Naveen, Musa complete WRC3 podium hat-trick in Paraguay

From not knowing what shooting was to Asian Games: Manisha Keer’s journey

US Open: ‘It's a big surprise,’ says Alcaraz on Djokovic's shock first-round exit

Federer receives Hall of Fame ring during special US Open return

US Open: Alcaraz returns; Shelton, Tsitsipas rally as Wawrinka bows out (roundup)

US Open: Swiatek, Anisimova, Muchova cruise into Rd 2 as upsets mark busy day (roundup)

Australia recall Marsh, Head; Labuschagne left out for Zimbabwe, South Africa ODIs

Handscomb, Ashes-winning quicks picked for Australia A India tour; Labuschagne misses out

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