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United Cup 2026: Baez, Sierra wins set up a clean sweep for Argentina in opener

IANS | January 2, 2026 5:20 PM

Perth, Jan 2 (IANS) Argentina made a winning start in the 2026 edition of the United Cup mixed-gender team tennis competition, picking up the first team win by beating Spain in their opening match in Perth on Friday. Singles victories by Sebastian Baez and Solana Sierra gave them a 2-0 lead before Guido Andreozzi and Maria Lourdes Carle won the mixed doubles match to secure a comprehensive win.

India’s white-ball tour of Bangladesh included in BCB’s 2026 international games itinerary

IANS | January 2, 2026 4:36 PM

Dhaka, Jan 2 (IANS) India men's white-ball tour of Bangladesh has been included in the Bangladesh Cricket Board's itinerary for international matches in 2026, said the BCB on Friday. Apart from India, the calendar features Bangladesh hosting Pakistan, New Zealand, Australia and the West Indies for bilateral series in all three formats.

England celebrate its players when they retire, India fall short in this regard: Panesar

IANS | January 2, 2026 4:32 PM

London, Jan 2 (IANS) Former England spinner Monty Panesar has opined that BCCI should have planned a farewell Test for batting stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma and off-spin great Ravichandran Ashwin, stating that the trio deserved a much better ending for their contributions to the game.

IWL: Late comeback against Sribhumi gives Kickstart maiden win

IANS | January 2, 2026 3:49 PM

Kalyani, Jan 2 (IANS) Kickstart FC finally opened their account in the Indian Women’s League 2025-26 in dramatic fashion, coming from behind to defeat Sribhumi FC 2-1 with two late goals at the Kalyani Stadium on Friday.

Ashes: Win in Sydney would tell a lot about England team, says Crawley

IANS | January 2, 2026 3:41 PM

Sydney, Jan 2 (IANS) England opener Zak Crawley said a potential win in the fifth Ashes Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground would show the team’s unity despite them being unable to retain the urn.

Defending champions Mumbai Indians unveil WPL 2026 jersey

IANS | January 2, 2026 3:30 PM

Mumbai, Jan 2 (IANS) Defending champions Mumbai Indians on Friday unveiled the WPL 2026 jersey, continuing the tradition of drawing inspiration from the city of Mumbai and its people.  

Pant in focus ahead of selectors meeting to pick India’s ODI squad for New Zealand series

IANS | January 2, 2026 2:37 PM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) With the Ajit Agarkar-led national senior selection committee set to meet in online mode on Saturday to finalise India’s squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand, the debate over whether Rishabh Pant can retain his place in the squad will be under huge focus.

Pune’s MCA Stadium likely to host Rajasthan Royals home games in IPL 2026

IANS | January 2, 2026 2:10 PM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) The Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) Stadium in Pune is likely to host a few Rajasthan Royals (RR) home games in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL), sources familiar with the matter told IANS on Friday.

'Thankfully, I never faced any discrimination in England,' says Panesar after Khawaja slams racial stereotypes in Australian cricket

IANS | January 2, 2026 2:05 PM

London, Jan 2 (IANS) Former England spinner Monty Panesar has reacted to Usman Khawaja’s remarks on racism in Australian cricket by stating that he never faced racial discrimination during his international career and always felt strongly supported by his teammates and the England and Wales Cricket Board.

'One more home century to go': Cummins, Dhawan pay tribute to retiring Khawaja

IANS | January 2, 2026 1:44 PM

Sydney, Jan 2 (IANS) Australia skipper Pat Cummins and former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan congratulated Usman Khawaja after the veteran Australian batter announced that he will retire from international cricket after the fifth and final Ashes Test, scheduled from January 4 at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

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United Cup 2026: Baez, Sierra wins set up a clean sweep for Argentina in opener

India’s white-ball tour of Bangladesh included in BCB’s 2026 international games itinerary

England celebrate its players when they retire, India fall short in this regard: Panesar

IWL: Late comeback against Sribhumi gives Kickstart maiden win

Ashes: Win in Sydney would tell a lot about England team, says Crawley

Defending champions Mumbai Indians unveil WPL 2026 jersey

Pant in focus ahead of selectors meeting to pick India’s ODI squad for New Zealand series

Pune’s MCA Stadium likely to host Rajasthan Royals home games in IPL 2026

'Thankfully, I never faced any discrimination in England,' says Panesar after Khawaja slams racial stereotypes in Australian cricket

'One more home century to go': Cummins, Dhawan pay tribute to retiring Khawaja

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