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Having Shabnim back in SA colours will help us lift the trophy: Skipper Wolvaardt

IANS | May 26, 2026 5:31 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) After falling short in three consecutive ICC finals in as many years, South Africa skipper Laura Wolvaardt believes her side will walk in hungrier than ever to taste the silverware at the Women's T20 World Cup next month, while also stating that the return of veteran pacer Shabnim Ismail will help the side to lift the trophy.

‘School system is best way to take basketball to next level’: Former India coach Veselin Matic on grassroots development

IANS | May 26, 2026 5:22 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) Former head coach of the Indian men’s basketball team and FIBA, Veselin Matic, believes India’s school ecosystem can become the foundation for long-term basketball development, provided the focus shifts towards structured coaching, regular competitions, and stronger grassroots systems.

IPL 2026: 'Kohli’s battle against GT pacers will decide Qualifier 1,' says Bangar

IANS | May 26, 2026 5:10 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar believes Virat Kohli will hold the key for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Qualifier 1 of IPL 2026 against Gujarat Titans, saying the veteran batter will need to play a long innings against GT’s formidable pace attack.

No more begging for equipment or exposure: Archers Dhiraj, Jyothi praise sports reforms under PM Modi

IANS | May 26, 2026 5:01 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) Indian archers Olympian Dhiraj Bommedevara and Asian Games gold medallist Jyothi Surekha Vennam praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's sports schemes and reforms, which led to a seismic shift in the country's sporting ecosystem, noting that athletes and federations no longer have to beg the system for world-class equipment, foreign exposure, or monetary support.

Indian archery pioneer and Seoul 1988 Olympian Shyam Lal Meena passes away at 61

IANS | May 26, 2026 4:45 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) Indian archery pioneer Shyam Lal Meena, a member of India’s first-ever Olympic archery team at the Seoul Games in 1988, passed away after a prolonged illness at the age of 61.

‘Dharamshala pitch will make Gujarat’s pace attack more dangerous’: Irfan Pathan

IANS | May 26, 2026 4:41 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes Gujarat Titans (GT) will head into Qualifier 1 of the IPL 2026 as slight favourites against defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), citing the Dharamshala conditions and the strength of Gujarat’s pace attack.

Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya unveils first-ever World Yogasana Championship

IANS | May 26, 2026 4:38 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) In a historic milestone for Indian sport and global wellness, the first-ever World Yogasana Championship (WYC) 2026, dedicated to Yogasana as a competitive sport, was officially launched today in New Delhi. Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Mansukh Mandaviya, unveiled it in the presence of Federation leaders.

Mitchell Marsh ruled out of Australia squad for Pakistan ODIs with ankle injury

IANS | May 26, 2026 4:05 PM

Perth, May 26 (IANS) Australia will enter their ODI series against Pakistan with another change in leadership as Mitchell Marsh has been ruled out due to an ankle injury, which clears the way for Josh Inglis to captain the team in the three-match series starting on Saturday.

Smith surges to career-best No. 2, Matthews regains top all-rounder spot in women’s T20I rankings

IANS | May 26, 2026 3:33 PM

Dubai, May 26 (IANS) England spinner Linsey Smith has climbed 38 places to a career-best second position in the latest ICC Women’s T20I Bowling Rankings after starring in England’s 2-1 series win over New Zealand women's ahead of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026.

'It's not same for everyone': Harmilan Bains backs India’s sporting rise but points to gaps in athlete support

IANS | May 26, 2026 3:17 PM

Chandigarh, May 26 (IANS) Asian Games medallist and athlete Harmilan Bains believes Indian sports are improving quickly but pointed out that opportunities and rewards aren't equal for all athletes, even with the growing support in the country.

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Having Shabnim back in SA colours will help us lift the trophy: Skipper Wolvaardt

‘School system is best way to take basketball to next level’: Former India coach Veselin Matic on grassroots development

IPL 2026: 'Kohli’s battle against GT pacers will decide Qualifier 1,' says Bangar

No more begging for equipment or exposure: Archers Dhiraj, Jyothi praise sports reforms under PM Modi

Indian archery pioneer and Seoul 1988 Olympian Shyam Lal Meena passes away at 61

‘Dharamshala pitch will make Gujarat’s pace attack more dangerous’: Irfan Pathan

Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya unveils first-ever World Yogasana Championship

Mitchell Marsh ruled out of Australia squad for Pakistan ODIs with ankle injury

Smith surges to career-best No. 2, Matthews regains top all-rounder spot in women’s T20I rankings

'It's not same for everyone': Harmilan Bains backs India’s sporting rise but points to gaps in athlete support

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