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‘Discussed with coaches to improve on things’: Sindhu reveals work behind her 2026 consistency

IANS | August 16, 2026 3:13 PM

New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) PV Sindhu's improved consistency in 2026 has been the product of work away from the spotlight as much as of what she has produced on court, with the Indian revealing that her sports-science, strength and conditioning and physiotherapy teams have played a central role in preparing her for the World Championships in New Delhi.

'We gave it our all every second,' says Mahmud after Bangladesh's historic win

IANS | August 16, 2026 3:10 PM

Darwin, Aug 16 (IANS) Bangladesh fast bowler Hasan Mahmud credited disciplined execution and complete dedication after being named Player of the Match following his side’s historic nine-wicket victory over Australia in the opening Test at Marrara Oval on Sunday.

‘The hunger for the game hasn't changed’: Sindhu draws strength from past World C'ships lessons

IANS | August 16, 2026 2:51 PM

New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) PV Sindhu's five World Championships medals have been built across more than a decade of highs and disappointments, and as she begins another campaign in New Delhi on Monday, the ace Indian shuttler said the setbacks she experienced along the way played a major role in shaping the player she has become.

‘I hope to keep the same confidence’: Sindhu carries Japan Open boost into BWF Worlds at home

IANS | August 16, 2026 2:43 PM

New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) PV Sindhu will enter the BWF World Championships 2026 in New Delhi on Monday with the confidence of a Japan Open title behind her and the added motivation of competing in front of a home crowd, as the former world champion looks to end a seven-year wait for another World Championships medal.

1st Test: Day two’s play to commence at 2:35pm after rain subsides in Galle

IANS | August 16, 2026 2:36 PM

Galle, Aug 16 (IANS) Relentless and stop-start rain since Sunday morning has finally relented to pave the way for play to commence on day two of the first Test between India and Sri Lanka, with action now set to commence at 2:35pm at the Galle International Stadium here on Sunday.

Fitness and patriotism collaborate as 86th Fit India Sundays on Cycle celebrates Independence Day

IANS | August 16, 2026 2:30 PM

New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) The colours of the Tiranga, the rhythm of patriotic music and the energy of cyclists and fitness enthusiasts came together at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here on Sunday as the 86th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle sustained the spirited Independence Day celebration over this weekend.

‘We will make the most of it’: Satwik-Chirag relish home crowd support at World Championships

IANS | August 16, 2026 2:23 PM

New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty are relishing the opportunity to compete at their first BWF World Championships on home soil, with the star men’s doubles pair saying the support of the home crowd could prove a significant advantage as they target a deep run in the biennial tournament.

Cummins hints at changes after Bangladesh 'outplayed Australia in all facets' in Darwin

IANS | August 16, 2026 2:09 PM

Darwin, Aug 16 (IANS) Australia captain Pat Cummins has kept the door open for any changes to the team for the second Test match against Bangladesh, following their drubbing in Darwin on Sunday. Cummins heaped praise on Bangladesh's first-ever Test win on Australian soil after the hosts set up a paltry total of 57 in the second innings, which the visitors chased down with nine wickets in hand.

‘Unacceptable and embarrassing’: Legends slam Australia after Test loss to Bangladesh

IANS | August 16, 2026 2:04 PM

Darwin, Aug 16 (IANS) Former players and experts have tore into Australia's performance on Sunday following their nine-wicket defeat to Bangladesh in the first Test, with all of them being unanimous in saying that it is one of the biggest upsets in Australian cricket history and an "unacceptable" result for the top-ranked side.

1st Test: Need to stick to plans from ball one to stay alive in WTC final race, says Chandimal

IANS | August 16, 2026 1:59 PM

Galle, Aug 16 (IANS) Senior Sri Lanka batter Dinesh Chandimal admitted that his team's bowling unit was ‘on and off’ on day one of the ongoing first Test against India, adding that disciplined execution from ball one is vital if the hosts are to harbour hopes of winning the crucial two-match series and stay alive in the race of the World Test Championship (WTC) final.

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‘Discussed with coaches to improve on things’: Sindhu reveals work behind her 2026 consistency

'We gave it our all every second,' says Mahmud after Bangladesh's historic win

‘The hunger for the game hasn't changed’: Sindhu draws strength from past World C'ships lessons

‘I hope to keep the same confidence’: Sindhu carries Japan Open boost into BWF Worlds at home

1st Test: Day two’s play to commence at 2:35pm after rain subsides in Galle

Fitness and patriotism collaborate as 86th Fit India Sundays on Cycle celebrates Independence Day

‘We will make the most of it’: Satwik-Chirag relish home crowd support at World Championships

Cummins hints at changes after Bangladesh 'outplayed Australia in all facets' in Darwin

‘Unacceptable and embarrassing’: Legends slam Australia after Test loss to Bangladesh

1st Test: Need to stick to plans from ball one to stay alive in WTC final race, says Chandimal

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