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Gloucestershire veteran Chris Dent retires from professional cricket

IANS | July 31, 2025 7:13 PM

Bristol, July 31 (IANS) Gloucestershire’s long-serving opening batter Chris Dent has announced his immediate retirement from professional cricket. The 34-year-old played 356 matches for the club, amassing over 15,000 runs across all formats. In first-class cricket alone, he scored 11,237 runs at an average of 36.01, making him the 28th highest run-scorer in Gloucestershire’s history.

Hindustan Zinc and AIFF launch Indian Women's Football Academy

IANS | July 31, 2025 6:57 PM

Udaipur, July 31 (IANS) Hindustan Zinc Ltd, in partnership with the All India Football Federation (AIFF), inaugurated the Zinc Football Girls Academy on Thursday in Zawar, near Udaipur, Rajasthan. The AIFF will lend technical and strategic support to Zinc Football Girls Academy to develop women’s football.

Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: ‘It’s a really great mood in the camp,’ reveals Devdutt Padikkal ahead of Season 4

IANS | July 31, 2025 6:36 PM

Bengaluru, July 31 (IANS) The Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 auction 2025 saw Indian left-handed batter Devdutt Padikkal acquired by the Hubli Tigers, emerging as the most expensive player with a bid of Rs 13.20 lakh. The star acquisition underscores the Tigers’ ambitious campaign for the upcoming season, scheduled from August 11 to 27 at Bengaluru’s iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

5th Test: You know your game is in good order if you can hit mid-on, says Hussain on Sudharsan

IANS | July 31, 2025 6:08 PM

London, July 31 (IANS) With India batter B Sai Sudharsan unbeaten on 25 in the ongoing fifth Test against England, former captain Nasser Hussain believes the left-hander’s batting technique is solid, citing that he’s able to hit over mid-on.

Macau Open: Lakshya Sen advances to quarters, Ayush Shetty knocked out

IANS | July 31, 2025 6:03 PM

New Delhi, July 31 (IANS) India had a mixed day at the Macau Open on Thursday as Commonwealth Games gold medallist Lakshya Sen battled into the men’s singles quarterfinals, while compatriot Ayush Shetty crashed out in the Round of 16 at the BWF World Series Super 300 event being played in Macau.

SRFI unveils bigger and stronger India Squash Tour with record prize purse, expanded global opportunities

IANS | July 31, 2025 5:45 PM

New Delhi, July 31 (IANS) In a boost to India’s squash ambitions, especially with the sport’s debut at the LA 2028 Olympics, the Squash Rackets Federation of India (SRFI), on Thursday, launched the India Squash Tour 2025-26, with a record high prize purse and expanded global opportunities.

Punjab Congress MLA flags neglect of sportspersons, demands revival of job quota

IANS | July 31, 2025 4:40 PM

Chandigarh, July 31 (IANS) Sukhpal Singh Khaira, a Congress party MLA from Punjab, has raised serious concerns about the continued neglect of sportspersons in the state and demanded immediate intervention from the Punjab Government. Addressing a gathering of national and international players at the Punjab Congress Bhawan in Chandigarh, Khaira alleged discrimination against athletes and called for a complete review of the state's sports policy.

5th Test: Woakes key for England with the ball at The Oval, says Hussain

IANS | July 31, 2025 3:50 PM

London, July 31 (IANS) Former captain Nasser Hussain believes that Chris Woakes will be key to England’s bowling performance on a green pitch in the fifth Test against India at The Oval. England electing to bowl first means Woakes will have the first crack at bowling under overcast skies and damp conditions.

Vansh Bedi to lead Purnai Dilli 6 in DPL 2025

IANS | July 31, 2025 3:32 PM

Delhi, July 31 (IANS) Purani Dilli 6 have announced wicket-keeper batter Vansh Bedi as their captain for the second edition of Delhi Premier League (DPL), which is set to begin at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium from August 2.

Telugu Titans face Tamil Thalaivas in PKL 12 opener; Vizag, Jaipur, Chennai & Delhi return as venues

IANS | July 31, 2025 12:14 PM

Mumbai, July 31 (IANS) The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) is set to return for its 12th season, starting on August 29 with a blockbuster weekend in Vizag at Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium with Telugu Titans facing Tamil Thalaivas and Bengaluru Bulls locking horns with Puneri Paltan in the second clash of the day.

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Gloucestershire veteran Chris Dent retires from professional cricket

Hindustan Zinc and AIFF launch Indian Women's Football Academy

Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: ‘It’s a really great mood in the camp,’ reveals Devdutt Padikkal ahead of Season 4

5th Test: You know your game is in good order if you can hit mid-on, says Hussain on Sudharsan

Macau Open: Lakshya Sen advances to quarters, Ayush Shetty knocked out

SRFI unveils bigger and stronger India Squash Tour with record prize purse, expanded global opportunities

Punjab Congress MLA flags neglect of sportspersons, demands revival of job quota

5th Test: Woakes key for England with the ball at The Oval, says Hussain

Vansh Bedi to lead Purnai Dilli 6 in DPL 2025

Telugu Titans face Tamil Thalaivas in PKL 12 opener; Vizag, Jaipur, Chennai & Delhi return as venues

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