'One more home century to go': Cummins, Dhawan pay tribute to retiring Khawaja

IANS | January 2, 2026 1:44 PM

Sydney, Jan 2 (IANS) Australia skipper Pat Cummins and former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan congratulated Usman Khawaja after the veteran Australian batter announced that he will retire from international cricket after the fifth and final Ashes Test, scheduled from January 4 at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Sjoerd Marijne returns as chief coach of Indian women's hockey team

IANS | January 2, 2026 12:32 PM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) Hockey India on Friday announced the appointment of Sjoerd Marijne as the chief coach of the Indian women's hockey team, marking the return of the Dutchman to the Indian set-up after a historic performance at the Tokyo Olympic Games when the team finished fourth in only their second appearance at the quadrennial event in more than 36 years.

Premier League: Man City held to goalless draw at Sunderland

IANS | January 2, 2026 10:10 AM

Sunderland, Jan 2 (IANS) Manchester City started the new calendar year with a 0-0 draw at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light. Pep Guardiola’s side missed their opportunity to move back within two points of the Gunners, following the entertaining stalemate.