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‘Great moment for badminton and Indian sport’: Gopichand hails country hosting World C’ships

IANS | July 18, 2026 6:23 PM

New Delhi, July 18 (IANS) With India set to stage the BWF World Championships for the first time in 17 years, former All England winner Pullela Gopichand described the event as a landmark moment for both badminton and Indian sport, expressing confidence that home conditions could provide a significant boost to the country's medal hopefuls.

Harsh Dubey replaces injured Washington Sundar for final ODI against England

IANS | July 18, 2026 5:58 PM

London, July 18 (IANS) Left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Harsh Dubey has been added to India’s squad for the third and final ODI against England, to be played at Lord's on Sunday, as a replacement for the injured Washington Sundar, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said on Saturday.

FIFA WC: 'If we win the World Cup, I'll retire from the national team,' says Cucurella

IANS | July 18, 2026 5:38 PM

New York, July 18 (IANS) Spain defender Marc Cucurella has revealed he could bring the curtain down on his international career if La Roja defeat defending champions Argentina in Sunday's FIFA World Cup final, saying there would be little left for him to achieve after winning both the UEFA European Championship and the World Cup.

Moving in the right direction, says coach Soyez, as Indian junior men’s hockey team concludes Belgium tour

IANS | July 18, 2026 5:18 PM

Antwerp, July 18 (IANS) The Indian junior (U21) men’s hockey team concluded its highly competitive exposure tour of Belgium on Friday after a series of rigorous encounters against Europe's top hockey nations, and the team’s new coach, Frederic Soyez, is happy with the progress made during the tour.

Mirabai Chanu and Lovlina Borgohain to be flag bearers at Glasgow Commonwealth

IANS | July 18, 2026 4:53 PM

New Delhi, July 18 (IANS) Olympic legends Mirabai Chanu and Lovlina Borgohain will be the flag and baton bearers when the Indian contingent steps out, dressed nattily, for the opening ceremony of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on July 23.

FIFA WC: Spain's road to final driven by balance, belief and brilliant defending

IANS | July 18, 2026 4:25 PM

New York, July 18 (IANS) European champions Spain have combined attacking quality with one of the strongest defensive displays in FIFA World Cup history to reach their first final since lifting the trophy in South Africa in 2010.

'India are yet to settle as a unit, giving England a slight edge': Kapil Dev on Lord’s decider

IANS | July 18, 2026 3:47 PM

Greater Noida, July 18 (IANS) Former India captain Kapil Dev believes England hold a slight edge over India heading into the series-deciding third ODI at Lord's on Sunday, saying the hosts enjoy the advantage of familiar conditions while India's biggest challenge has been finding the right team rhythm

'He has entertained the nation immensely': Kapil Dev hails Rohit amid retirement speculation

IANS | July 18, 2026 3:41 PM

Greater Noida, July 18 (IANS) Former India captain Kapil Dev paid glowing tribute to Rohit Sharma amid growing speculation over the opener's ODI future, saying the veteran batter has given Indian cricket unforgettable memories while wishing him well if he decides to retire.

‘Won’t change my style of playing just to score a century’: Yastika reveals mindset behind historic Lord's ton

IANS | July 18, 2026 2:52 PM

New Delhi, July 18 (IANS) India wicketkeeper-batter Yastika Bhatia says she never allowed the prospect of a maiden Test century to alter the way she batted during her historic innings at Lord's, insisting that sticking to India's aggressive brand of cricket mattered more than personal milestones.

'I use setbacks, challenges as fuels to come back stronger,' says Yastika on her comeback journey

IANS | July 18, 2026 2:20 PM

New Delhi, July 18 (IANS) India wicketkeeper-batter Yastika Bhatia said that the months she spent away from cricket with a serious knee injury reshaped her mindset, teaching her patience, resilience and an unwavering belief in the process.

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‘Great moment for badminton and Indian sport’: Gopichand hails country hosting World C’ships

Harsh Dubey replaces injured Washington Sundar for final ODI against England

FIFA WC: 'If we win the World Cup, I'll retire from the national team,' says Cucurella

Moving in the right direction, says coach Soyez, as Indian junior men’s hockey team concludes Belgium tour

Mirabai Chanu and Lovlina Borgohain to be flag bearers at Glasgow Commonwealth

FIFA WC: Spain's road to final driven by balance, belief and brilliant defending

'India are yet to settle as a unit, giving England a slight edge': Kapil Dev on Lord’s decider

'He has entertained the nation immensely': Kapil Dev hails Rohit amid retirement speculation

‘Won’t change my style of playing just to score a century’: Yastika reveals mindset behind historic Lord's ton

'I use setbacks, challenges as fuels to come back stronger,' says Yastika on her comeback journey

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