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Chennai GM 2026: Firouzja continues to lead after all games in round 4 end in a draw

IANS | July 19, 2026 8:42 PM

Chennai, July 19 (IANS) French Grandmaster Alireza Firouzja continued to lead the standings with a half -point advantage over India’s Arjun Erigaisi after all match in Round 4 ended in draws in the fourth edition of the Chennai Grand Masters 2026, India’s most prestigious classical chess tournament, at The Westin Chennai Velachery Hotel, here on Sunday.

UTT Season 7: Bernie Szocs, Syndrela Das ensure Dempo Goa Challengers stay unbeaten with thrilling 8-7 win over Pune

IANS | July 19, 2026 8:34 PM

Goa, July 19 (IANS) Romanian ace Bernadette Szocs and Indian teenage sensation Syndrela Das starred as Dempo Goa Challengers extended their unbeaten run in Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) Season 7, edging PBG Pune Jaguars 8-7 in a dramatic contest on Sunday. While Szocs delivered a flawless three-game victory to swing momentum Goa's way, Syndrela held her nerve in the deciding match to seal the tie and keep the league leaders perfect this season.

3rd ODI: India will need one of Gill, Kohli or Rohit to get a hundred, says Broad

IANS | July 19, 2026 8:14 PM

London, July 19 (IANS) Former England pacer Stuart Broad believes India will require a monumental century from either skipper Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, or Rohit Sharma if they are to successfully chase down England's mammoth 387/3 in the series-deciding third ODI here at Lord’s on Sunday.

NRAI unanimously approves constitutional amendments to align with National Sports Governance Act

IANS | July 19, 2026 8:01 PM

Bhubaneswar, July 19 (IANS) In a significant move toward structural modernisation and enhanced transparency in sports administration, the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI)on Sunday officially amended its constitution.

3rd ODI: Duckett, Bethell unleash carnage as England post 387/3 against India

IANS | July 19, 2026 7:48 PM

London, July 19 (IANS) England’s batting line-up produced a relentless display of batsmanship that left India’s bowlers bruised and the crowd enthralled as they posted a mammoth 387/3 in their 50 overs in the ODI series decider at the Lord’s Cricket Ground on Sunday.

FIFA WC: 'Spain's football is extraordinary, I think they win easily,' says Ronaldo ahead of final

IANS | July 19, 2026 7:22 PM

New Delhi, July 19 (IANS) Brazil legend Ronaldo has backed Spain to defeat defending champions Argentina comfortably in the FIFA World Cup final, saying the European side's style of play and tactical identity make them overwhelming favourites to lift the trophy.

3rd ODI: Exclusion from playing eleven can affect Kuldeep's rhythm and confidence, says Ashwin

IANS | July 19, 2026 6:31 PM

London, July 19 (IANS) Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin on Sunday questioned the team management's decision to repeatedly bench premier left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav, warning that such frequent exclusions could severely damage a bowler's confidence.

'Your wishes mean the world to me': Sindhu's heartfelt response to PM Modi after Japan Open triumph

IANS | July 19, 2026 6:16 PM

New Delhi, July 19 (IANS) Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu penned a heartfelt message to Prime Minister Narendra Modi after he congratulated her on becoming the first Indian to win the Japan Open, thanking him for his constant support to Indian sport and recalling cherished memories from their meetings following the Tokyo Olympics.

3rd ODI: MS Dhoni, bollywood stars and cricket legends grace India-England series decider

IANS | July 19, 2026 6:10 PM

London, July 19 (IANS) The historic Lord’s Cricket Ground is currently witnessing a spectacular convergence of celebrities as legendary former India captain MS Dhoni, top Bollywood celebrities, and a galaxy of cricketing greats are in attendance for the high-stakes ODI series decider between India and England.

‘UPT20 League is the perfect platform for emerging talent': Kanpur Superstars’ Sameer Rizvi ahead of season 4

IANS | July 19, 2026 5:59 PM

Lucknow, July 19 (IANS) The fourth season of the UPT20 League is set to get underway on August 14, with Kashi Rudras taking on defending champions Meerut Mavericks in the tournament opener in Lucknow. The 24-day competition will showcase some of Uttar Pradesh's finest cricketing talent as players vie for glory on one of the country's fastest-growing domestic T20 platforms.

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Chennai GM 2026: Firouzja continues to lead after all games in round 4 end in a draw

UTT Season 7: Bernie Szocs, Syndrela Das ensure Dempo Goa Challengers stay unbeaten with thrilling 8-7 win over Pune

3rd ODI: India will need one of Gill, Kohli or Rohit to get a hundred, says Broad

NRAI unanimously approves constitutional amendments to align with National Sports Governance Act

3rd ODI: Duckett, Bethell unleash carnage as England post 387/3 against India

FIFA WC: 'Spain's football is extraordinary, I think they win easily,' says Ronaldo ahead of final

3rd ODI: Exclusion from playing eleven can affect Kuldeep's rhythm and confidence, says Ashwin

'Your wishes mean the world to me': Sindhu's heartfelt response to PM Modi after Japan Open triumph

3rd ODI: MS Dhoni, bollywood stars and cricket legends grace India-England series decider

‘UPT20 League is the perfect platform for emerging talent': Kanpur Superstars’ Sameer Rizvi ahead of season 4

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