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Ashwin warns ICC of slow death of ODI cricket after 2027 World Cup

IANS | January 1, 2026 8:17 PM

New Delhi, Jan 1, 2026 (IANS): Indian spin legend Ravichandran Ashwin has sounded a warning over the future of ODI cricket, expressing concern that the 50-over format could face a slow decline after the 2027 World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe. With the growing dominance of T20 leagues worldwide and the enduring appeal of Test cricket, Ashwin believes the relevance of ODIs is steadily diminishing, and the format’s long-term survival is under threat.

UPKL Season 2: Lucknow Lions start new year with dominant win over Awadh Ramdoots

IANS | January 1, 2026 7:27 PM

Noida, Jan 1 (IANS) The New Year began the same way the previous one ended for Lucknow Lions as they delivered another commanding performance to defeat Awadh Ramdoots 48–33 in the opening match on the eighth day of Season 2 of the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL) at the Noida Indoor Stadium in Noida on Thursday.

Premier League: Chelsea part ways with manager Enzo Maresca

IANS | January 1, 2026 7:01 PM

London, Jan 1 (IANS) Former champion Chelsea have officially parted ways with manager Enzo Maresca following a disappointing run in the Premier League 2025-26, with the West London club managing just one win from their last seven matches.

Sports fraternity extends warm New Year 2026 greetings

IANS | January 1, 2026 5:43 PM

New Delhi, Jan 1 (IANS) As the world welcomed the New Year 2026 amid fireworks, celebrations, and renewed hope, leading figures from the global sports fraternity joined in to mark the occasion, sharing messages of love, gratitude, and motivation at the start of the year.

Tsitsipas reveals contemplating retirement during injury-hit 2025 season

IANS | January 1, 2026 4:47 PM

New Delhi, Jan 1 (IANS) Stefanos Tsitsipas admitted he contemplated ending his career after struggling with serious back pain throughout the 2025 season. The 27-year-old, who has reached as high as No. 3 in the world rankings, was the runner-up to Novak Djokovic at both the 2021 French Open and the 2023 Australian Open.

Indian hockey's new year highlighted by World Cup ambitions and Asian Games title defense

IANS | January 1, 2026 3:26 PM

New Delhi, Jan 1 (IANS) After a year of notable accomplishments, the Indian Hockey team is set to begin 2026 with a busy schedule that includes several major international tournaments. They will compete in the FIH Men’s World Cup and aim to defend their Asian Games title in Japan, making the upcoming year primarily focused on key international matches.

Enzo Maresca on brink of leaving Chelsea: Report

IANS | January 1, 2026 3:15 PM

London, Jan 1 (IANS) Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca is facing an uncertain future at Stamford Bridge as the club’s poor run in the Premier League 2025-26 has raised serious concerns over his position. The West London-based club has won only one of their last seven Premier League games and has slipped to fifth position in the points table.

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