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Kho Kho WC winners to attend Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort for first time

IANS | August 14, 2025 4:31 PM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) In a historic first for the indigenous sport, players from the Indian men’s and women’s Kho Kho World Cup-winning teams have been invited as special guests to the 79th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort. The invitation marks the first time Kho Kho players will be part of India’s Independence Day ceremony.

Playing County Cricket for Hampshire taught me lessons I will carry for life, says Tilak Varma

IANS | August 14, 2025 4:18 PM

Worcester (United Kingdom), Aug 14 (IANS) India’s left-handed batter Tilak Varma said his short spell of playing county cricket for Hampshire has given him lessons he will ‘carry for life’. Varma’s time at the club ended with him being dismissed for a duck as Hampshire suffered a five-wicket defeat to Worcestershire in Group A of the One-Day Cup.

Yuvraj hails Gill’s rich vein of form in India’s drawn Test series against England

IANS | August 14, 2025 3:38 PM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh said he was very proud of his mentee Shubman Gill showcasing a rich vein of form while leading the side to a memorable 2-2 drawn Test series against England.

Sports fraternity condoles the demise of 1972 Olympic medallist Vece Paes

IANS | August 14, 2025 2:00 PM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) The sports fraternity has mourned the passing of Dr. Vece Paes, an Olympic medallist and father of tennis legend Leander Paes, who died on Thursday at the age of 80. A prominent midfielder from the golden era of Indian hockey, Dr. Paes was a member of the Indian team that clinched the bronze medal at the 1972 Munich Olympics.

Injuries force Aussies to make changes in ODI squad against SA

IANS | August 14, 2025 10:23 AM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) Australia have been dealt a major injury blow as their three key players will miss three-match ODI series against South Africa, that commences in Cairns on August 19.

Akash Deep’s career is an inspiration for all young players, says BCA president Rakesh Tiwari

IANS | August 14, 2025 12:01 AM

Patna (Bihar), Aug 13 (IANS) Indian pacer Akash Deep on Wednesday met Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) President Rakesh Tiwari at the BCA office here. The BCA president lauded Akash Deep for his performance during the England tour.

134th Durand Cup: Shillong Lajong to start QF proceedings against Indian Navy on Saturday

IANS | August 13, 2025 11:38 PM

Kolkata, Aug 13 (IANS) I-League side Shillong Lajong FC will kick off the knockout quarterfinals stage of the 134th Durand Cup football tournament with a clash against Indian Navy FT at the Jawahar Lal Nehru (JLN) Stadium in Shillong on Saturday (August 16).

Football: Newcastle snaps up Thiaw as Ramsey deal moves closer

IANS | August 13, 2025 10:55 PM

London, Aug 13 (IANS) Newcastle United bolstered their defense with the signing of German international Malick Thiaw from AC Milan in a deal worth a reported 34.5 million pounds (46 million U.S. dollars) on Wednesday.

Chennai Grandmasters chess: Karthikeyan upsets Vidit, Keymer edges closer to maiden crown

IANS | August 13, 2025 10:08 PM

Chennai, Aug 13 (IANS) GM Karthikeyan Murali lit up Round 7 of the 2025 Chennai Grandmasters Chess Tournament with a stunning win over GM Vidit Gujrathi, prevailing with the black pieces after a gritty battle. Meanwhile, German GM Vincent Keymer strengthened his grip on the title race with a clinical win against American GM Awonder Liang, leaving the former 1.5 points ahead of his closest competitors, Liang included.

Haryana boys and girls sweep team titles in Sub-jr National Boxing Championships

IANS | August 13, 2025 9:44 PM

Greater Noida, Aug 13 (IANS) Haryana’s young boxing brigade delivered a stunning all-round performance at the 4th Sub Junior (U-15) Boys and Girls National Boxing Championships, clinching the overall team titles in both categories. Competing against the best emerging talent from across India at Galgotias University, Haryana’s boxers combined skill, power, and consistency to finish atop the standings ahead of Services in the boys' division and girls' competition.

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Kho Kho WC winners to attend Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort for first time

Playing County Cricket for Hampshire taught me lessons I will carry for life, says Tilak Varma

Yuvraj hails Gill’s rich vein of form in India’s drawn Test series against England

Sports fraternity condoles the demise of 1972 Olympic medallist Vece Paes

Injuries force Aussies to make changes in ODI squad against SA

Akash Deep’s career is an inspiration for all young players, says BCA president Rakesh Tiwari

134th Durand Cup: Shillong Lajong to start QF proceedings against Indian Navy on Saturday

Football: Newcastle snaps up Thiaw as Ramsey deal moves closer

Chennai Grandmasters chess: Karthikeyan upsets Vidit, Keymer edges closer to maiden crown

Haryana boys and girls sweep team titles in Sub-jr National Boxing Championships

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