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'Champions shouldn't grapple with abuse': Bajrang Punia demands 'swift and fair' probe into para-athlete harassment row

IANS | April 19, 2026 5:04 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) Olympic medallist wrestler Bajrang Punia has called for a "swift and fair" investigation into allegations of mental harassment and abusive language levelled against Dronacharya Award-winning javelin coach Naval Singh by para-athletes. He stated, "Champions should be sweating it out on the field, not grappling with abuse."

Punjab, Odisha continue their strong hockey tradition with regular podium placements in domestic tournaments

IANS | April 19, 2026 4:46 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) Hockey Punjab and Hockey Association of Odisha further cemented their strong domestic hockey legacy by winning Bronze Medals at the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior National Championship 2026. Hockey Punjab finished on the podium in the men’s category, while the Hockey Association of Odisha secured third place in the women’s competition.

PCI sacks Dronacharya awardee coach Naval Singh over harassment allegations

IANS | April 19, 2026 4:35 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) The Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) has sacked Dronacharya awardee coach Naval Singh after harassment allegations made by Paralympic champion Sumit Antil, the PCI chief Devendra Jhajharia told IANS on Sunday.

IPL 2026: When and where to watch GT vs MI, know all details

IANS | April 19, 2026 4:18 PM

Ahmedabad, April 19 (IANS) Five time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) will clash with 2022 winners Gujarat Titans (GT) in match number 30 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 to be played at Narendra Modi Stadium on Monday.

IPL 2026: ‘I play according to the team’s requirements,’ says Jadeja on balancing dual roles as all-rounder

IANS | April 19, 2026 4:10 PM

Kolkata, April 19 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja shed light on the demands of his dual role, emphasising the importance of workload management and adaptability. He also backed young teammate Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s potential ahead of the team’s IPL 2026 clash against the Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens.

IPL 2026: ‘We have to focus on the powerplay,’ says Chakaravarthy on KKR’s struggles ahead of RR clash

IANS | April 19, 2026 3:48 PM

Kolkata, April 19 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders spinner Varun Chakaravarthy admitted that inconsistencies in the powerplay have hurt his side’s campaign so far, even as he expressed confidence in regaining rhythm ahead of their IPL 2026 clash against Rajasthan Royals here at the Eden Gardens on Sunday.

IPL 2026: Hetmyer, Brijesh come in as RR opt to bat against unchanged KKR

IANS | April 19, 2026 3:15 PM

Kolkata, April 19 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals (RR) won the toss and elected to bat first against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the 28th match of the tournament here at Eden Gardens in the first game of the double header on Sunday.

IPL 2026: A win over CSK could be a turning point for SRH, opines Steyn

IANS | April 19, 2026 3:07 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) Former South Africa quick Dale Steyn opined that Sunrisers Hyderabad's (SRH) win over five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) could prove to be a "turning point" in their IPL 2026 campaign and that they will climb up the points table.

Selva Prabhu clinches triple jump title at Oregon Team Invitational

IANS | April 19, 2026 2:42 PM

Eugene, April 19 (IANS) India’s Selva Prabhu continued his impressive run in the 2026 athletics season by securing the men’s triple jump title at the Oregon Team Invitational 2026 athletics meet.

'Cannot breach a contract you never received': Muzarabani’s agency defends move to IPL, challenges PSL ban

IANS | April 19, 2026 2:35 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani's agency has pushed back against the Pakistan Super League (PSL) after the fast bowler was handed a two-year ban from the league, insisting that he had not signed any formal contract before choosing to join Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.

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'Champions shouldn't grapple with abuse': Bajrang Punia demands 'swift and fair' probe into para-athlete harassment row

Punjab, Odisha continue their strong hockey tradition with regular podium placements in domestic tournaments

PCI sacks Dronacharya awardee coach Naval Singh over harassment allegations

IPL 2026: When and where to watch GT vs MI, know all details

IPL 2026: ‘I play according to the team’s requirements,’ says Jadeja on balancing dual roles as all-rounder

IPL 2026: ‘We have to focus on the powerplay,’ says Chakaravarthy on KKR’s struggles ahead of RR clash

IPL 2026: Hetmyer, Brijesh come in as RR opt to bat against unchanged KKR

IPL 2026: A win over CSK could be a turning point for SRH, opines Steyn

Selva Prabhu clinches triple jump title at Oregon Team Invitational

'Cannot breach a contract you never received': Muzarabani’s agency defends move to IPL, challenges PSL ban

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