Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh extended his best wishes to the Indian cricket team ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday, urging the players to play like champions and give their best in the title clash.
New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has weighed in on the high-stakes clash between defending champions India and New Zealand and labelled the hosts as the heavy favourites to defend their crown, saying, "ICC events are now part of India’s DNA."
Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir's wife Natasha Jain has arrived in the city with daughters, Aazeen and Aaniza, ahead of the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2026 final to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.
Perth, March 8 (IANS) Australia captain Alyssa Healy expressed pride and emotion after signing off her international career with a memorable victory as Australia defeated India women's national cricket team by 10 wickets in the pink-ball Test at the WACA Ground to seal the multi-format series 12-4.
Imphal, March 8 (IANS) On the occasion of International Women's Day, the North-Eastern regional centre of the Sports Authority of India (SAI) organised the 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' at the city's Khuman Lampak Sports Complex on Sunday.
Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) Hours before the first ball is bowled in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final, the atmosphere outside the Narendra Modi Stadium is already electric, and not just because India are set to face New Zealand. For many millennials streaming into the world’s largest cricket stadium on Sunday, the biggest attraction isn’t only the cricket finale but also the chance to watch their childhood pop hero Ricky Martin perform live.
Napier, March 8 (IANS) Brett Randell has made world first-class cricket history by taking five wickets in five balls, among a career-best haul of 7-25 for Central Stags' during a Plunket Shield match against Northern Districts at McLean Park.
Aurangabad, March 8 (IANS) Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Khadse, on Sunday said that India’s medal tally at the Summer Olympic Games and other multi-disciplinary events can improve significantly if women’s participation in sports increases substantially.
New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) The two-day National Convention 'Nari to Narayani' on the occassion of International Women's Day is a great initiative to empower women, said Kalari professional S. Mahesh, who was part of panel at the two-day meet that celebrate women’s success also acted as a catalyst for new ideas and partnerships that will shape the India of tomorrow.
Kolkata, March 8 (IANS) Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya on Sunday said empowering women strengthens families and society, stressing that greater participation of women in sports and fitness activities is vital for the nation’s progress.
