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IPL 2026: 'The beginning of the road to redemption,' says Pujara on Shami's spell vs DC

IANS | April 2, 2026 5:19 PM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) Former Indian cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara believes that India's star and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) bowler Mohammed Shami has begun his road to redemption after a brilliant spell in LSG's campaign opener in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 against Delhi Capitals (DC) played at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow on Wednesday.

From forest floors to national podiums, the tribal force powering Indian hockey

IANS | April 2, 2026 4:54 PM

Raipur, April 2 (IANS) Odisha concluded its impressive campaign by winning both the men’s and women’s hockey gold medals at the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 in Raipur, held at the Vallabhbhai Patel International Hockey Stadium. The men's final saw Odisha beat Jharkhand 4-1, while the women’s final was a tight contest, with Odisha narrowly defeating Mizoram 1-0. Jharkhand's men's team earned silver; Chhattisgarh took bronze; and, in the women’s category, Jharkhand also claimed a well-deserved bronze to round out the podium.

Tom Smith joins England as assistant coach ahead of Women's T20 World Cup

IANS | April 2, 2026 4:46 PM

London, April 2 (IANS) England Women's cricket team has appointed Tom Smith as their new assistant coach ahead of the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup 2026, which will begin on June 12. The former left-arm spinner has taken nearly 400 wickets across all formats during his professional playing career for Sussex, Surrey, Middlesex, and Gloucestershire.

Sub-jr Women National C’ship: Goa, Bengal, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand win on Day 2

IANS | April 2, 2026 4:27 PM

Ranchi, April 2 (IANS) Goans Hockey secured a win in Division 'C', while Hockey Bengal, Hockey Chandigarh, and Hockey Uttarakhand each triumphed in their matches in Division 'B' in the second day of the 16th Hockey India Sub-junior Women National Championship 2026, on Thursday in Ranchi, Jharkhand.

IPL 2026: 'Bowlers get confused when we bat together,' says Jitesh on pairing with Shepherd

IANS | April 2, 2026 4:12 PM

Bengaluru, April 2 (IANS) Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finishers Jitesh Sharma and Romario Shepherd spoke about their on-field chemistry, highlighting how their contrasting styles make them a challenging pair for bowlers in the Indian Premier League (IPL) as they gear up for their second match to be played against five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday.

From pool cleaner to podium finisher, Assam wrestler Debi Daimari’s silver lining

IANS | April 2, 2026 3:30 PM

Ambikapur, April 2 (IANS) The phrase ‘when the going gets tough, the tough get going’ is a well-known expression that highlights the drive to succeed in sports. Debi Daimiri, a wrestler, exemplifies this spirit of resilience and determination in overcoming challenges.

Zimbabwe to host Australia for ODI series in September

IANS | April 2, 2026 2:59 PM

Harare, April 2 (IANS) Zimbabwe Cricket has announced that they will host Australia for a three-match ODI series in September, marking Australia’s first ODI visit to the country in more than a decade.

My role is to understand what each individual needs and prepare them for match situations: DK

IANS | April 2, 2026 2:21 PM

Bengaluru, April 2 (IANS) Former India wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik, who has transitioned into a batting coaching role at Royal Challengers Bengaluru after formerly representing the franchise, opened up on his role, saying that his job is to understand every player's needs and help them prepare for tough situations in the match.

'Winning game makes you feel far better than just scoring a hundred,' says Pietersen on Rizvi's knock

IANS | April 2, 2026 1:59 PM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen has heaped praise on young batter Sameer Rizvi after his unbeaten 70 off 47 balls powered Delhi Capitals (DC) to a thumping six-wicket win against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their opening match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 played at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Wednesday.

From tribal roots to national colours: Chhattisgarh star footballer Kiran Pisda’s story of grit and growth

IANS | April 2, 2026 1:52 PM

Raipur, April 2 (IANS) When Kiran Pisda stepped into the goal for the penalty shootout against Arunachal Pradesh in the semi-finals of the Khelo India Tribal Games, she drew on all her experience handling challenges and setbacks, which only strengthened her resilience.

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IPL 2026: 'The beginning of the road to redemption,' says Pujara on Shami's spell vs DC

From forest floors to national podiums, the tribal force powering Indian hockey

Tom Smith joins England as assistant coach ahead of Women's T20 World Cup

Sub-jr Women National C’ship: Goa, Bengal, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand win on Day 2

IPL 2026: 'Bowlers get confused when we bat together,' says Jitesh on pairing with Shepherd

From pool cleaner to podium finisher, Assam wrestler Debi Daimari’s silver lining

Zimbabwe to host Australia for ODI series in September

My role is to understand what each individual needs and prepare them for match situations: DK

'Winning game makes you feel far better than just scoring a hundred,' says Pietersen on Rizvi's knock

From tribal roots to national colours: Chhattisgarh star footballer Kiran Pisda’s story of grit and growth

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