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Real Madrid need to get back the ‘good feeling’ before Arsenal clash, says Ancelotti

IANS | April 12, 2025 9:42 PM

Madrid, April 12 (IANS) With Real Madrid on the hinges of both their La Liga and UEFA Champions League charge, head coach Carlo Ancelotti wants his side to get back their ‘good feeling’ against Alaves on Sunday. Madrid are now four points behind rivals FC Barcelona in La Liga and were handed a shocking 0-3 loss against Arsenal in the first leg of the quarterfinals of the European competition.

Golf: Four Indians make cut as Pranavi is in Top-20 at SA Women’s Open

IANS | April 12, 2025 9:31 PM

Cape Town, April 12 (IANS) Four of the five Indian women made the cut at the Investec SA Women’s Open golf championship here on Saturday. Leading them was Mysuru’s Pranavi Urs, who shot a round of 5-under 67 as she went up to Tied-16th after being Tied-68 a day earlier. Added to her first-round 72, Pranavi is now 5-under for two rounds and six shots behind Chiara Tamburlini of Switzerland (68-65).

Sr men's hockey nationals: M.P., Manipur, Punjab, U.P reach semifinals

IANS | April 12, 2025 9:17 PM

Jhansi, April 12 (IANS) Hockey Madhya Pradesh, Manipur Hockey, Hockey Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh Hockey won their respective quarterfinal matches in the 15th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2025 and progressed to the semifinals of the prestigious tournament being played in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.

Govt extends strong support to AIFF over Asia Cup 2031 bid, says Sports Min Mansukh Mandaviya

IANS | April 12, 2025 8:48 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) The All-India Football Federation (AIFF) has formally submitted a bid to host the AFC Asian Cup 2031, a move that would bring the football royalty of the continent to India. India’s bid to bring the AFC Asian Cup 2031 to the subcontinent was recognised by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) in its Annual General Body meeting at the 35th AFC Congress in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Saturday.

Kevin De Bruyne aiming to secure Champions League qualification before City departure

IANS | April 12, 2025 8:38 PM

Manchester, April 12 (IANS) Kevin De Bruyne wants to leave Manchester City, having helped the side secure a Champions League spot for next season. The City skipper was at his talismanic best in Saturday’s crucial 5-2 victory against Crystal Palace in the Premier League, both scoring and setting up an assist for Mateo Kovacic.

IPL 2025: While batting, I don't feel pressure of captaincy, says RCB's Patidar

IANS | April 12, 2025 8:05 PM

Jaipur, April 12 (IANS) After going without a title in 17 years in the Indian Premier League (IPL) history, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are currently in fourth position in the points table. They have made a superb start with three wins and two losses in five matches. One of the things that seems to have changed RCB's fortunes this season is the appointment of Rajat Patidar as captain.

IPL 2025: MI just need collective performances to win by a big margin, says Deepak Chahar

IANS | April 12, 2025 7:36 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Two of Mumbai Indians' four defeats in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 came by 12 runs, meaning only two sixes were the difference between winning and losing for the five-time champions. Fast-bowling all-rounder Deepak Chahar admitted the side hasn’t yet peaked as a unit, and felt a collective strong performance will lead them to a big victory.

IPL 2025: Eshan Malinga debuts as Punjab elect to bat against Hyderabad

IANS | April 12, 2025 7:25 PM

Hyderabad, April 12 (IANS) Punjab Kings won the toss and elected to bat first against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match 27 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium here on Saturday. The 22-year-old Sri Lanka pacer, Eshan Malinga, will make his IPL debut for Sunrisers Hyderabad, replacing compatriot Kamindu Mendis, whereas Punjab Kings decided to go ahead with the same playing XI.

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