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'I've been joking with teammates that they can't get rid of me easily’: Megan Schutt on ODI comeback

IANS | February 25, 2026 3:44 PM

Hobart, Feb 25 (IANS) Australia’s premier pacer, Megan Schutt, humorously remarked that she keeps telling her teammates they won’t be rid of her easily while also mentioning that she felt good to be back with the team after being named in the playing XI for the recently concluded first ODI against India, following injuries to Ellyse Perry and Kim Garth.

Ranji Trophy Final: J&K reach 478/6 against Karnataka at Tea on Day 2

IANS | February 25, 2026 3:14 PM

Hubli, Feb 25 (IANS) Captain Paras Dogra stood tall with a fighting half-century as Jammu and Kashmir reached 473/6 at Tea despite a comeback by eight-time champions Karnataka at the Hubli Cricket Ground on Wednesday.

Adani Sportsline FC name 22-man squad for ADFA 3rd Division League

IANS | February 25, 2026 2:54 PM

Ahmedabad, Feb 25 (IANS) Adani Sportsline Football Club (ASL FC) has revealed a 22-member squad for the ADFA 3rd Division League 2026, demonstrating its ongoing dedication to grassroots football growth.

Abhishek maintains No. 1 spot, Ishan enters top-5 in T20I batter rankings

IANS | February 25, 2026 2:34 PM

Dubai, Feb 25 (IANS) India’s T20I contingent has made a strong statement in the latest International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s T20I Player Rankings, with opener Abhishek Sharma maintaining his top spot AND wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan breaking into the top five.

Host cities express caution about security concerns for FIFA World Cup: Report

IANS | February 25, 2026 2:14 PM

New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS) With just over three months until the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, officials from host cities -- USA, Canada and Mexico -- say security planning has fallen dangerously behind schedule, raising fears of major disruptions when the tournament begins on June 11.

Ranji Trophy Final: Tempers flare as skipper Paras Dogra headbutts Karnataka fielder on Day 2

IANS | February 25, 2026 2:06 PM

Hubli, Feb 25 (IANS) The Ranji Trophy Final between eight-time champions Karnataka and Jammu & Kashmir at the Hubli Cricket Ground witnessed dramatic scenes on Day 2 as J&K captain Paras Dogra lost his cool during his innings and headbutted a Karnataka fielder K.V. Aneesh, triggering heated exchanges between the two sides.

Ranji Trophy Final: Dogra, Wadhawan carry J&K to 380/4 at Lunch on Day 2

IANS | February 25, 2026 12:51 PM

Hubli, Feb 25 (IANS) Captain Paras Dogra and Kanhaiya Wadhawan rescued the team after back-to-back wickets as Jammu & Kashmir reached 380/4 at Lunch on Day 2 against the eight-time champions Karnataka in the Ranji Trophy Final here at the Hubli Cricket Ground on Wednesday.

Zverev advances in Acapulco, Ruud bows out

IANS | February 25, 2026 12:37 PM

Acapulco, Feb 25 (IANS) In his first competitive action since his defeat in an epic Australian Open semi-final against Carlos Alcaraz, world no. 4 Alexander Zverev advanced to the second round of the Mexcian Open with a 6-2,6-4 win against Frenchman Corentin Moutet.

Ponting urges India to 'go back to the basics' for Super 8 clash against Zimbabwe

IANS | February 25, 2026 12:18 PM

New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS) Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting believes India must move away from overthinking match-ups and instead focus on fielding their strongest XI following the 76-run defeat to South Africa in the Super Eights of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

T20 WC: Road to semis scenario for Pakistan after narrrow loss to England

IANS | February 25, 2026 11:53 AM

New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS) England became the first team to seal their semi-final spot at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 after beating Pakistan, whose chances for semi-final qualification have taken a hit.