US Open: Alcaraz, Djokovic in same half of draw; Sinner plays Kopriva

IANS | August 21, 2025 11:36 PM

New York, Aug 21 (IANS) The 2025 French Open champion Carlos Alcaraz will run into 24-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic in the men's singles semifinals of the US Open to be played at Flushing Meadows here, before a potential summit clash with World No.1 Jannik Sinner, who defeated him in the Wimbledon final.

Sports minister Dr Mandaviya declares open Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025

IANS | August 21, 2025 9:20 PM

Srinagar, Aug 21 (IANS) The Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, declared open the Khelo India Water Sports Festival through a video message here on Thursday. The inaugural edition of the KIWSF got off to a sparkling start with a local shikarawalla, Mohsin Ali, winning the first gold medal of the Games.

Maharaja Trophy: Shreyas Gopal leads Mangaluru Dragons to 52-run win over Mysore Warriors

IANS | August 21, 2025 8:42 PM

Mysore, Aug 21 (IANS) Mangaluru Dragons’ skipper Shreyas Gopal delivered a comprehensive performance at the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20, guiding his side to a 52-run victory over Mysore Warriors. Macneil Noronha and Shivraj S. also contributed with the bat while Kranthi Kumar was the leading wicket-taker yet again with four wickets to ensure the Warriors were bowled out for 121 in pursuit of 174.

Rahane predicts Gill and Abhishek to open the batting for India in Asia Cup

IANS | August 21, 2025 7:46 PM

New Delhi, Aug 21 (IANS) With Shubman Gill returning to the squad for the 2025 Men’s T20 Asia Cup, the focus has shifted to what would be India’s opening combination for the tournament. Veteran Indian batter Ajinkya Rahane feels that in his opinion, Gill and Abhishek Sharma are likely to open the batting.

New faces galore as Khalid Jamil era begins in Indian men's football

IANS | August 21, 2025 7:18 PM

Bengaluru, Aug 21 (IANS) It’s a new start for the Indian senior men’s national team under head coach Khalid Jamil, who began his first camp on Independence Day. Six days and five training sessions into the new coach’s system, the Blue Tigers’ old stripes have begun to blend in with the new.