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‘Middle order batters handled the situation,’ says captain Sakibul Gani as Bihar win Ranji Trophy Plate final

IANS | January 26, 2026 6:22 PM

New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) Bihar captain Sakibul Gani expressed pride in his team’s performance after they won the Ranji Trophy Plate final against Manipur and made their way to the Elite group, and praised the lower-order batters for handling the situation well and getting the team to a 500+ first innings total after the fall of five early wickets.

Ranji Trophy: Bihar thrash Manipur by 568 runs in Plate final, earn promotion to Elite Div

IANS | January 26, 2026 5:26 PM

Patna, Jan 26 (IANS) Bihar produced a dominant all-round performance to defeat Manipur by a massive 568 runs in the final of the Ranji Trophy Plate Division 2025–26 at the Moin-ul-Haq Stadium in Patna on Monday, clinching the title and securing promotion to the Elite Group for the next season.

Theegala breaks top-10 drought as Scheffler maintains dominant streak at the American Express

IANS | January 26, 2026 5:16 PM

La Quinta (California), Jan 26 (IANS) Sahith Theegala finished a solid week with a perfect final round, earning his first Top-10 finish in over a year. Meanwhile, World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler reaffirmed his dominance by winning The American Express by four shots.

ISL 2026: Kerala Blasters rope in French player Kevin Yoke on free transfer

IANS | January 26, 2026 5:08 PM

Kochi, Jan 26 (IANS) Three-time finalists Kerala Blasters roped in French star player Kevin Yoke on Monday ahead of the upcoming Indian Super League 2025-26 (ISL), which will commence on February 14.

Chennaiyin FC signs experienced Indian attacker Imran Khan to bolster their ranks for new season

IANS | January 26, 2026 5:06 PM

Chennai, Jan 26 (IANS) With the next season of the Indian Super League (ISL) set to start soon, former ISL Cup winner Chennaiyin FC has completed the signing of experienced Indian attacker Imran Khan until the end of the season.

Aus Open: Swiatek eliminates Inglis to reach 14th career Grand Slam QF

IANS | January 26, 2026 4:12 PM

Melbourne, Jan 26 (IANS) World No. 2 Iga Swiatek defeated qualifier Maddison Inglis on Monday and reached her 14th career Grand Slam quarterfinal and third at the Australian Open. The second seed dropped just three games in her 6-0, 6-3 win.

Bangladesh missing World Cup part of damage; lack of governance, vision paralysing domestic cricket: Report

IANS | January 26, 2026 4:06 PM

New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) Bangladesh cricket has plunged into one of its most turbulent chapters, following the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) decision to exclude the team from the upcoming Men’s T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka and India, according to a Bangladeshi media report.

Jannik Sinner reaches third consecutive Aus Open QF

IANS | January 26, 2026 3:57 PM

Melbourne, Jan 26 (IANS) Jannik Sinner experienced a short dip in performance but quickly regained control to secure his spot in the Australian Open quarter-finals on Monday, defeating fellow Italian Luciano Darderi here at the Margaret Court Arena.

Men's T20 WC warm-up schedule to be announced soon; India A, USA set for games

IANS | January 26, 2026 3:19 PM

New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) The schedule for the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup warm-up matches is likely to be announced later on Monday, with the India ‘A’ team and USA set to feature. The mega event is scheduled to be held from February 7 to March 8 in both India and Sri Lanka.

Hockey India applauds veteran coach Baldev Singh, ace goalie Savita on Padma Shri recognition

IANS | January 26, 2026 3:06 PM

New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) Hockey India extended its warmest congratulations to veteran hockey coach Baldev Singh and Indian women’s hockey goalkeeper Savita on being conferred with the prestigious Padma Shri award, recognising their outstanding contributions to Indian hockey and sport at large.

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‘Middle order batters handled the situation,’ says captain Sakibul Gani as Bihar win Ranji Trophy Plate final

Ranji Trophy: Bihar thrash Manipur by 568 runs in Plate final, earn promotion to Elite Div

Theegala breaks top-10 drought as Scheffler maintains dominant streak at the American Express

ISL 2026: Kerala Blasters rope in French player Kevin Yoke on free transfer

Chennaiyin FC signs experienced Indian attacker Imran Khan to bolster their ranks for new season

Aus Open: Swiatek eliminates Inglis to reach 14th career Grand Slam QF

Bangladesh missing World Cup part of damage; lack of governance, vision paralysing domestic cricket: Report

Jannik Sinner reaches third consecutive Aus Open QF

Men's T20 WC warm-up schedule to be announced soon; India A, USA set for games

Hockey India applauds veteran coach Baldev Singh, ace goalie Savita on Padma Shri recognition

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