India’s history-making Sepak Takraw team eyes Asian Games 2026 medal

IANS | March 29, 2025 3:11 PM

New Delhi, March 29 (IANS) The historic gold medal clinched by the Indian men’s regu team at the Sepak Takraw World Cup 2025 in Patna, has been a result of multiple years of training at various Sports Authority of India (SAI) centres. India defeated Japan 2-1 in a dramatic final showdown in the competition, held from March 20 to 25 at the Pataliputra Indoor Stadium.

Litton Das to skip Zimbabwe Tests for PSL 2025

IANS | March 29, 2025 2:00 PM

New Delhi, March 29 (IANS) Bangladesh's wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das is set to miss the upcoming two-match Test series against Zimbabwe after securing a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for the entire Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 season starting on April 11.

Kapil Dev backs Adani Group’s push to make golf mainstream sport in India

IANS | March 29, 2025 12:51 PM

Ahmedabad, March 29 (IANS) Ahmedabad witnessed a landmark moment for Indian golf with the launch of the Adani-PGTI Golf Training Academy at the Belvedere Golf & Country Club. The initiative, a joint venture between the Adani Group and the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), aims to elevate golf’s presence in India and cultivate a new generation of global champions.

Brazil fire coach Dorival Junior amid poor results

IANS | March 29, 2025 10:24 AM

New Delhi, March 29 (IANS) Brazilian football is once again in search of a leader after the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced the dismissal of head coach Dorival Junior on Friday. The decision comes after a series of underwhelming performances, culminating in a crushing 4-1 defeat to Argentina in Buenos Aires—Brazil’s worst loss in a World Cup qualifier.