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IPL 2026: Fresh off 2025 season, PBKS look to continue rich form with core Indian squad (SWOT)

IANS | March 27, 2026 7:15 PM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) Fresh off a runners-up finish in the 2025 edition, Punjab Kings head into Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 with renewed belief and a strong Indian core. Under Shreyas Iyer's leadership, PBKS has a talented squad filled with versatile players. However, questions about balance and consistency could affect their title challenge.

IPL 2026: PBKS young guns are fearless, confident, aren’t into overthinking, says Shashank Singh

IANS | March 27, 2026 7:10 PM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) Punjab Kings batter Shashank Singh says the fearlessness and confidence shown by the franchise's youngsters is their most striking aspect going into IPL 2026, adding that their ability to stay free of overthinking sets them apart from more experienced players, including himself.

IPL 2026: Wasim Jaffer picks CSK playing XI, slots MS Dhoni at number 6

IANS | March 27, 2026 6:56 PM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) Former India cricketer Wasim Jaffer has picked the strongest playing XI for the five time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ahead of the 2026 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), which is set to begin on March 28.

All Indian captains make IPL 2026 quite significant from a leadership perspective, says Paranjape

IANS | March 27, 2026 6:48 PM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) For the first time, all ten IPL franchises will be led by Indian captains in the upcoming season starting on Saturday, and Jatin Paranjape, the former cricketer and national selector, feels that fact makes the tournament worth watching from a leadership perspective.

Football: Tottenham Women manager Martin Ho signs new long-term deal with club

IANS | March 27, 2026 6:28 PM

London, March 27 (IANS) Tottenham Hotspur Women have handed head coach Martin Ho a fresh long-term deal after an encouraging debut season in the Women’s Super League (WSL). The 35-year-old, who arrived in July 2025 from Norwegian club SK Brann, has made an immediate impact, guiding Spurs to a strong position in the league standings.

TN Surfing Association wins Chief Minister’s State Sports Award for Best Sports Organiser

IANS | March 27, 2026 6:06 PM

Chennai, March 27 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Surfing Association (TNSA) has been conferred with the prestigious Chief Minister’s State Sports Award for 2025-26 in the Best Sports Organiser category by the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDATN), in recognition of its outstanding contribution to hosting national and international surfing events and promoting the sport across the state.

Hockey India Awards: Navneet, Hardik named Players of the Year; Zafar Iqbal gets Lifetime Achievement Award

IANS | March 27, 2026 5:31 PM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) International stars Navneet Kaur and Hardik Singh were named Players of the Year, while former India captain Zafar Iqbal, a member of the 1980 Olympic gold medal-winning team, was honoured with the Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award in the Hockey India 8th Annual Awards in New Delhi on Friday.

"A pain on court, a friend forever; badminton will miss you": Sindhu pens special tribute for Carolina Marin

IANS | March 27, 2026 5:03 PM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) Following the retirement announcement of Spanish badminton legend Carolina Marin, her long-time rival and two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu shared a touching tribute, reflecting on a journey that transformed from fierce on-court "spats" to a lasting bond of mutual respect.

IPL 2026: Positivity from DC coaches gave belief for being selected, says Auqib Nabi

IANS | March 27, 2026 4:55 PM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) Delhi Capitals pacer Auqib Nabi said encouraging words from the franchise’s coaching staff during pre-auction trials, particularly from head coach Hemang Badani, gave him the self-belief that an IPL call-up was within reach if he kept performing in domestic cricket.

Archery Asia Cup: Compound archers shine as India finish with 10 medals

IANS | March 27, 2026 4:33 PM

Bangkok, March 27 (IANS) India’s compound archers swept the podium in the men’s individual event while dominating the team events, winning the gold and silver medals in the mixed and women’s team events, respectively, at the Archery Asia Cup Stage here on Friday.

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IPL 2026: Fresh off 2025 season, PBKS look to continue rich form with core Indian squad (SWOT)

IPL 2026: PBKS young guns are fearless, confident, aren’t into overthinking, says Shashank Singh

IPL 2026: Wasim Jaffer picks CSK playing XI, slots MS Dhoni at number 6

All Indian captains make IPL 2026 quite significant from a leadership perspective, says Paranjape

Football: Tottenham Women manager Martin Ho signs new long-term deal with club

TN Surfing Association wins Chief Minister’s State Sports Award for Best Sports Organiser

Hockey India Awards: Navneet, Hardik named Players of the Year; Zafar Iqbal gets Lifetime Achievement Award

"A pain on court, a friend forever; badminton will miss you": Sindhu pens special tribute for Carolina Marin

IPL 2026: Positivity from DC coaches gave belief for being selected, says Auqib Nabi

Archery Asia Cup: Compound archers shine as India finish with 10 medals

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