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Sports Ministry asks Hockey India to act against Asunta Lakra's allegations of harassment and intimidation

IANS | July 14, 2026 9:57 PM

New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has asked the Hockey India management to probe the allegations made by former India women's team captain Asunta Lakra, who has accused a coach in Jharkhand of sexually harassing young female players and also alleged the federation secretary of intimidation.

Jonathan Trott appointed Ireland consultant ahead of Afghanistan ODI series

IANS | July 14, 2026 9:30 PM

Dublin, July 14 (IANS) Former England batter and ex-Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott has been appointed as a short-term consultant with the Ireland men's team ahead of next month's ODI series against Afghanistan.

FIFA WC: France coach Deschamps claims Spain are favourites in semifinals; says Mbappe is fit

IANS | July 14, 2026 9:12 PM

Dallas, July 14 (IANS) France coach Didier Deschamps labelled Spain the favourite to win the FIFA World Cup on Monday, a day before the two European powers meet in the semifinals at the Dallas Stadium in Dallas on Thursday (IST).

FC Barcelona sign wing-back Caicedo from LDU Quito

IANS | July 14, 2026 8:49 PM

Madrid, July 14 () FC Barcelona have signed Ecuadorian left-back Josue Caicedo from LDU Quito. The 18-year-old defender arrives on an initial loan deal that will become a permanent transfer for a fee of around 2.5 million euros (2.9 million U.S. dollars) if he makes a set number of first-team appearances, with LDU Quito entitled to 20 percent of any future sale.

1st ODI: Bumrah becomes India's highest ODI wicket-taker in England

IANS | July 14, 2026 7:57 PM

Birmingham, July 14 (IANS) Jasprit Bumrah made a remarkable return to ODI cricket by becoming India's leading bowler in the format on English soil. He achieved this milestone by dismissing England captain Harry Brook during the first ODI at Edgbaston in Birmingham on Tuesday.

1st ODI: Axar Patel picks career-best 4-62 as India restrict England to 258

IANS | July 14, 2026 7:41 PM

Birmingham, July 14 (IANS) All-rounder Axar Patel brought out his career-best performance of 4-62 as Joe Root was left stranded on the other end at 76 to guide England to 258 all out in 47.5 overs in the first ODI against India at the Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham on Tuesday.

Brydon Carse returns to England ODI squad for India series after an injury layoff

IANS | July 14, 2026 7:13 PM

London, July 14 (IANS) England have strengthened their squad for the ongoing three-match One-Day International series against India by recalling pace-bowling all-rounder Brydon Carse following his recovery from wrist and elbow injuries.

‘Earning a place in National team is never easy’: Rahi Sarnobat ahead of ISSF World Cup, Asian Games

IANS | July 14, 2026 7:04 PM

New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) Indian pistol shooting icon Rahi Sarnobat has set her sights on the upcoming double challenge of the ISSF World Cup in China and the Asian Games following a stellar performance in the domestic circuit. The former Asian Games Gold Medallist topped the recent T4 national selection trials in the women's 25m sports pistol event, proving her elite rhythm against an incredibly deep field.

Japan Open 2026: Sindhu makes winning start; Dhruv/Tanisha progress; Satwik/Chirag retire hurt (Ld)

IANS | July 14, 2026 6:53 PM

Tokyo, July 14 (IANS) Two-time Olympic medallist P.V. Sindhu and the mixed doubles pair of Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto advanced to the second round of the Japan Open 2026 after registering straight-game victories in their respective opening-round matches at the BWF Super 750 tournament in the Japanese capital on Tuesday.

Manchester United sign experienced goalkeeper Karl Darlow on three-year deal

IANS | July 14, 2026 6:42 PM

Manchester, July 14 (IANS) Veteran Wales goalkeeper Karl Darlow has completed a move to Manchester United after leaving Leeds United upon the expiry of his contract, with the Premier League club confirming the 35-year-old has signed a deal until June 2028, with an option to extend for a further year.

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Sports Ministry asks Hockey India to act against Asunta Lakra's allegations of harassment and intimidation

Jonathan Trott appointed Ireland consultant ahead of Afghanistan ODI series

FIFA WC: France coach Deschamps claims Spain are favourites in semifinals; says Mbappe is fit

FC Barcelona sign wing-back Caicedo from LDU Quito

1st ODI: Bumrah becomes India's highest ODI wicket-taker in England

1st ODI: Axar Patel picks career-best 4-62 as India restrict England to 258

Brydon Carse returns to England ODI squad for India series after an injury layoff

‘Earning a place in National team is never easy’: Rahi Sarnobat ahead of ISSF World Cup, Asian Games

Japan Open 2026: Sindhu makes winning start; Dhruv/Tanisha progress; Satwik/Chirag retire hurt (Ld)

Manchester United sign experienced goalkeeper Karl Darlow on three-year deal

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