New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) India were the first among the 11 visiting teams to reach Australia ahead of the AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026, touching down in Perth on February 11th, three weeks before their first game against Vietnam on March 4.
Mumbai, Feb 20 (IANS) England captain Jos Buttler has dismissed suggestions that he should curb his natural game to overcome his lean patch in the ongoing T20 World Cup, insisting he will not bat merely to occupy the crease at the expense of the team’s needs.
New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) The Indian hockey team is geared up for a fresh start as they shift focus to the Hobart leg of the FIH Men’s Pro League 2025–26, scheduled from February 20 to 25 at the Tasmania Hockey Centre in Australia. Eager to bounce back and deliver improved performances, India will take on Spain and hosts Australia in what promises to be a highly competitive block of matches.
Bangkok, Feb 20 (IANS) Captain Radha Yadav delivered a sensational all-round performance to power India A to a five-wicket win over Sri Lanka A in the first semi-final of the ACC Women's Asia Cup Rising Stars 2026 at the Terdthai Cricket Ground on Friday, sealing their place in the final in style.
Kalyani, Feb 20 (IANS) Experienced India fast bowler Mohammed Shami gave valuable advice to the Jammu and Kashmir bowlers for their maiden Ranji Trophy final in the history of the premier domestic tournament.
Wellington, Feb 20 (IANS) Uncapped duo Kayley Knight and Nensi Patel are in line to make their international debut after being named in the New Zealand Women squad for the white-ball series at home against Zimbabwe, NZC said on Friday.
Chennai, Feb 20 (IANS) Afghanistan's final group game of the 2026 T20 World Cup, outgoing coach Jonathan Trott has reflected on his tenure with the side as he looks ahead to his next coaching opportunity.
Rio de Janeiro, Feb 20 (IANS) Brazil to play Egypt in a friendly, a week before FIFA World Cup 2026 begins, in June as both teams finalise their preparations for the mega event, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said.
Berlin, Feb 20 (IANS) Borussia Dortmund have completed the signing of Brazilian left-back Kaua Prates from Brazilian top-flight side Cruzeiro, with the 17-year-old set to join the Bundesliga club ahead of the 2026-27 season.
Madrid, Feb 19 (IANS) There is a new leader in La Liga for the 25th round of matches after Real Madrid overtook FC Barcelona last weekend, but Alvaro Arbeloa's side has a difficult away game on Saturday, travelling to Pamplona to face Osasuna at the hostile El Sadar stadium.
