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1st ODI: Madushanka's last-over hat-trick seals thrilling 7-run win for Sri Lanka over Zimbabwe

IANS | August 29, 2025 11:19 PM

Harare, Aug 29 (IANS) Dilshan Madushanka claimed an incredible last-over hat-trick to help Sri Lanka prevail over hosts Zimbabwe by seven runs in the first ODI of the two-match series at the Harare Sports Club on Friday. In a match that started in a usual sedate note, it turned into a thriller as Zimbabwe looked on course for an upset before Madushanka weaved his magic in the last over of the match, leading the visitors to a thrilling victory.

PKL Season 12: Pawan, Arjun star as Tamil Thalaivas prevail over Telugu Titans in exciting opener

IANS | August 29, 2025 9:55 PM

Visakhapatnam (A.P.), Aug 29 (IANS) It was a blockbuster opening game that saw Tamil Thalaivas secure a 38-35 win over the home side Telugu Titans at the Vishwanadh Sports Club here on Friday night. Arjun Deshwal registered a Super 10, and Pawan Sehrawat scored 9 points for their side, with Bharat Hooda registering nine points for the hosts.

Union Sports Minister leads India’s biggest-ever national sports day celebrations

IANS | August 29, 2025 9:41 PM

New Delhi, Aug 29 (IANS) The biggest-ever National Sports Day celebrations in India were marked on Friday with an estimated 30 crore citizens across States and Union Territories participating in events to commemorate the 120th birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand.

Zampa and Santner to miss knockout stage of T20 Blast for Surrey

IANS | August 29, 2025 9:02 PM

London, Aug 29 (IANS) Australia leg-spinner Adam Zampa and New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner have been ruled out of Surrey’s knockout matches ahead of the resumption of the T20 Blast this season. Surrey, who topped the South Group, are set to face Northamptonshire in the quarterfinals at The Oval on September 3. Santner, 33, had earlier withdrawn from The Hundred due to injury and remains unavailable.

India submits proposal to host 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad

IANS | August 29, 2025 8:36 PM

London, Aug 29 (IANS) With the Union Cabinet giving its nod, an Indian delegation with representation from the Commonwealth Games Association of India and the Government of Gujarat submitted a formal proposal to Commonwealth Sport in London to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in India. The delegation was led by Harsh Sanghavi, Minister of Sports, Government of Gujarat.

DPL 2025: Central Delhi Kings storm into final with dominant win over East Delhi Riders

IANS | August 29, 2025 7:47 PM

New Delhi, Aug 29 (IANS) The Central Delhi Kings continued their red-hot form and booked a spot in the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2025 final with a commanding six-wicket victory over the East Delhi Riders in a rain-shortened 15-overs-a-side Qualifier 1 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Friday.

Indian juniors win 7 gold, 7 silver, and 12 bronze in Belt and Road Youth Boxing Gala in China

IANS | August 29, 2025 7:30 PM

Xinjiang (China), Aug 29 (IANS) India’s junior boxers won 7 gold, 7 silver, and 12 bronze medals, making a total haul of 26 medals at the 3rd “Belt and Road” International Youth Boxing Gala – U17/U19/U23 International Training Camp & Tournament here on Friday, highlighting their strong performance across weight categories.

Asian Shooting C’ship: Ankur Mittal wins gold with new continental record in double trap

IANS | August 29, 2025 6:56 PM

New Delhi, Aug 29 (IANS) Former world No. 1 and 2018 Changwon World Champion Ankur Mittal created a new Asian Championship record on his way to clinching a gold medal in the Double Trap event at the 16th Asian Shooting Championship in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, on Friday.

Duleep Trophy: Malewar’s 203, North-East Zone’s collapse puts Central Zone in command

IANS | August 29, 2025 6:35 PM

Bengaluru, Aug 29 (IANS) A fantastic 203 by the in-form Danish Malewar, followed by a dramatic batting collapse by North East Zone, has put Central Zone firmly in command at stumps on day two of their Duleep Trophy clash at the BCCI COE Ground 2 here on Friday.

Golf: Kshitij Naveed Kaul snatches victory with late flourish at Kolar Open 2025

IANS | August 29, 2025 6:24 PM

Kolar, Aug 29 (IANS) Delhi’s Kshitij Naveed Kaul snatched victory with an incredible late flourish at the Rs 1 crore Kolar Open 2025, being played at the ZION Hills Golf County, Kolar, Karnataka.

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1st ODI: Madushanka's last-over hat-trick seals thrilling 7-run win for Sri Lanka over Zimbabwe

PKL Season 12: Pawan, Arjun star as Tamil Thalaivas prevail over Telugu Titans in exciting opener

Union Sports Minister leads India’s biggest-ever national sports day celebrations

Zampa and Santner to miss knockout stage of T20 Blast for Surrey

India submits proposal to host 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad

DPL 2025: Central Delhi Kings storm into final with dominant win over East Delhi Riders

Indian juniors win 7 gold, 7 silver, and 12 bronze in Belt and Road Youth Boxing Gala in China

Asian Shooting C’ship: Ankur Mittal wins gold with new continental record in double trap

Duleep Trophy: Malewar’s 203, North-East Zone’s collapse puts Central Zone in command

Golf: Kshitij Naveed Kaul snatches victory with late flourish at Kolar Open 2025

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