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Indian T20I team begins preparation for series against New Zealand in Nagpur

IANS | January 18, 2026 5:54 PM

Nagpur, Jan 18 (IANS) Some members of India's T20 squad kickstarted their preparations for the upcoming five-match series against New Zealand at the New VCA Stadium, the venue set to host the opening game on January 21, in Nagpur on Sunday. The series will be India’s final assignment in the format before their Men’s T20 World Cup title defence begins on February 7.

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Atharva Taide ends five-year drought with century against Saurashtra in final

IANS | January 18, 2026 5:19 PM

Bengaluru, Jan 18 (IANS) Vidarbha's opener Atharva Taide stood up for his team in the ongoing final of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 against Saurashtra at the BCCI Centre of Excellence ground Number 1. The 25-year-old hit a magnificent century off just 97 balls to take his team over the 200-run mark.

Aus Open: Sabalenka eases past Rajaonah in straight sets, signs off with ‘iconic’ selfie with Rod Laver, Federer

IANS | January 18, 2026 5:02 PM

Melbourne, Jan 18 (IANS) World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka began her bid for a fourth consecutive Australian Open final positively on Sunday, overcoming Tiantsoa Rakotomanga Rajaonah, who gave Sabalenka a tough challenge in the first set here at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne Park.

Aus Open: Elsa Jacquemot upsets Marta Kostyuk in opening round

IANS | January 18, 2026 4:41 PM

Melbourne, Jan 18 (IANS) Day one of the Australian Open 2026 has already found its way to the history books as Elsa Jacquemot defeated Marta Kostyuk in a three-and-a-half-hour match at ANZ Arena, with all three sets decided by tiebreaks.

They’re in strong position, death bowling is a concern, says Dinesh Karthik on India’s form ahead of T20 WC

IANS | January 18, 2026 4:20 PM

New Delhi, Jan 18 (IANS) Former India wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik believes that defending champions India are in a ‘strong position’ heading into the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, scheduled to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7, but raised concerns over the team’s bowling in the death overs, stating that the Men in Bl;ue ‘stack up their XI.’

Mandaviya pedals Fit India vision from Gondal as 'Sundays on Cycle' marks 57th edition

IANS | January 18, 2026 4:14 PM

New Delhi, Jan 18 (IANS) The 57th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle unfolded across the country on Sunday, once again drawing citizens from all walks of life into a shared celebration of fitness and sustainability. Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya spearheaded the movement in Gondal near Rajkot, while Union Minister of Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy led the Hyderabad leg of the event, which saw participation from over 1,000 cyclists.

Ethiopia’s Tadu Abate and Yeshi Kalayu crowned champions at Mumbai Marathon 2026

IANS | January 18, 2026 3:47 PM

Mumbai, Jan 18 (IANS) Ethiopians Tadu Abate Deme and Yeshi Kalayu Chekole achieved notable wins at the 21st Mumbai Marathon, a World Athletics gold label event, held here on Sunday. The leading Indian finishers were Sanjivani and Kartik.

WPL 2026: Gautami targets statement performances for RCB after whirlwind journey

Niharika Raina | January 18, 2026 3:15 PM

New Delhi, Jan 18 (IANS) Gautami Naik's path to the Women's Premier League (WPL) has been rapid and challenging. The 27-year-old batting all-rounder worked through several state teams and domestic cricket hardships before achieving her dream of participating in the league by playing for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) against UP Warriorz in Navi Mumbai on January 12.

Australian Open: Zeynep beats 11th seed Ekaterina to reach second round

IANS | January 18, 2026 3:14 PM

Melbourne, Jan 18 (IANS) Zeynep Sonmez produced a spirited performance to defeat Russia’s Ekaterina Alexandrova 7-5, 4-6, 6-4 in the first round of the Australian Open on Saturday, becoming the first Turkish player to advance to the second round of the tournament.

‘Want to go out to an ICC event and win that’: Prasidh Krishna on long-term goal with Team India

IANS | January 18, 2026 3:11 PM

Indore, Jan 18 (IANS) India seamer Prasidh Krishna reflected on his long-term goals with the Men in Blue, now that he has become a regular in the side, and said that he aims to make it to the team for an ICC tournament (World Cups) and contribute to the team’s championship-winning success.

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Indian T20I team begins preparation for series against New Zealand in Nagpur

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Atharva Taide ends five-year drought with century against Saurashtra in final

Aus Open: Sabalenka eases past Rajaonah in straight sets, signs off with ‘iconic’ selfie with Rod Laver, Federer

Aus Open: Elsa Jacquemot upsets Marta Kostyuk in opening round

They’re in strong position, death bowling is a concern, says Dinesh Karthik on India’s form ahead of T20 WC

Mandaviya pedals Fit India vision from Gondal as 'Sundays on Cycle' marks 57th edition

Ethiopia’s Tadu Abate and Yeshi Kalayu crowned champions at Mumbai Marathon 2026

WPL 2026: Gautami targets statement performances for RCB after whirlwind journey

Australian Open: Zeynep beats 11th seed Ekaterina to reach second round

‘Want to go out to an ICC event and win that’: Prasidh Krishna on long-term goal with Team India

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