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India Open 2026: Christie beats Loh Kean Yew; An Se Young to take on Wang Zhi Yi in women’s singles final (Ld)

IANS | January 17, 2026 7:37 PM

New Delhi, Jan 17 (IANS) Indonesia’s Jonatan Christie mixed his tactics and kept his nerves in key situations to beat former world champion Loh Kean Yew of Singapore in the men’s singles semifinals while world no. 1 An Se Young set up a women’s singles summit clash against China’s Wang Zhi Yi in the Yonex-Sunrise India Open 2026, a BWF World Tour Super 750 event organised by the Badminton Association of India, here on Saturday.

U19 WC: Sri Lanka’s Chamuditha sets record for highest individual score with 192 against Japan

IANS | January 17, 2026 7:25 PM

Windhoek, Jan 17 (IANS) Sri Lanka’s Viran Chamuditha has set a new record for the highest individual score in ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup history by hitting 192 against Japan at the Namibia Cricket Ground on Saturday.

WPL 2026: RCB elect to bowl as Hamilton debuts for Delhi Capitals

IANS | January 17, 2026 7:13 PM

Navi Mumbai, Jan 17 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru won the toss and elected to bowl first against Delhi Capitals in the 11th match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026, here at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai.

WPL 2026: Collective bowling effort guides UP Warriorz to second straight win over Mumbai Indians

IANS | January 17, 2026 6:50 PM

Navi Mumbai, Jan 17 (IANS) A commanding batting effort led by skipper Meg Lanning, followed by a disciplined and collective bowling performance, helped UP Warriorz register a convincing 22-run victory over defending champions Mumbai Indians in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 10th match at the DY Patil Stadium here on Saturday.

Pro Wrestling League: Haryana Thunders roar with dominant 7–2 win over Punjab Royals

IANS | January 17, 2026 6:36 PM

Noida, Jan 17 (IANS) Haryana Thunders made a thunderous statement on their Pro Wrestling League (PWL) 2026 debut, outclassing Punjab Royals with a dominant 7–2 win in their opening tie at the Noida Indoor Stadium on Friday night.

Wayne Madsen to captain Italy in their maiden Men’s T20 World Cup campaign

IANS | January 17, 2026 6:24 PM

New Delhi, Jan 17 (IANS) Experienced batter Wayne Madsen will captain Italy in their first appearance in the Men’s T20 World Cup, set to happen in India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8.

Aus Open: Federer, Agassi light up opening ceremony at Melbourne Park

IANS | January 17, 2026 5:56 PM

Melbourne, Jan 17 (IANS) On Saturday night at the Australian Open, Roger Federer, Andre Agassi, Lleyton Hewitt, Patrick Rafter, and Ashleigh Barty entertained the crowd with a lively exhibition doubles match during the opening ceremony, sharing laughs throughout.

Union Ministers Mandaviya, Kishan Reddy to join 57th Fit India Sundays on cycle

IANS | January 17, 2026 5:27 PM

Hyderabad, Jan 17 (IANS) The Fit India Movement, under the aegis of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, will organise the 57th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle across multiple cities on Sunday, January 18, as part of the Government of India’s ongoing effort to promote fitness as a mass movement.

Olympic medallist Vijender Singh appointed member of Asian Boxing Council

IANS | January 17, 2026 5:15 PM

New Delhi, Jan 17 (IANS) Indian boxing icon Vijender Singh has been named a member of the Asian Boxing Council, representing another important milestone in his transition from top athlete to global sports administrator.

3rd ODI: India, NZ head into series decider with milestones in mind (Preview)

IANS | January 17, 2026 5:13 PM

Indore, Jan 17 (IANS) Rajkot witnessed the class of KL Rahul, but improved bowling and the might of Daryl Mitchell gave New Zealand the last laugh as the visitors outclassed India to clinch a seven-wicket win and level the series 1-1. All eyes now turn to Indore, as India and New Zealand battle it out in the series decider.

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India Open 2026: Christie beats Loh Kean Yew; An Se Young to take on Wang Zhi Yi in women’s singles final (Ld)

U19 WC: Sri Lanka’s Chamuditha sets record for highest individual score with 192 against Japan

WPL 2026: RCB elect to bowl as Hamilton debuts for Delhi Capitals

WPL 2026: Collective bowling effort guides UP Warriorz to second straight win over Mumbai Indians

Pro Wrestling League: Haryana Thunders roar with dominant 7–2 win over Punjab Royals

Wayne Madsen to captain Italy in their maiden Men’s T20 World Cup campaign

Aus Open: Federer, Agassi light up opening ceremony at Melbourne Park

Union Ministers Mandaviya, Kishan Reddy to join 57th Fit India Sundays on cycle

Olympic medallist Vijender Singh appointed member of Asian Boxing Council

3rd ODI: India, NZ head into series decider with milestones in mind (Preview)

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