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Gujarat’s Manav Shah makes history as first IGPL golfer to tee up at U.S. Open

IANS | June 16, 2026 5:54 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) When Manav Shah tees off at Shinnecock Hills on Thursday for the U.S. Open, it will mark the realization of a dream years in the making. More than just a personal milestone, his appearance carries broader significance, it represents the aspirations of a growing generation of Indian-origin golfers, celebrates his Gujarati roots, and marks the first time a player associated with the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) has competed in a Major championship.

Women’s T20 WC: Pakistan fined for maintaining slow over-rate against India

IANS | June 16, 2026 5:53 PM

Dubai, June 16 (IANS) Pakistan have been fined five per cent of their match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate during their Group A clash of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup against India at Edgbaston, Birmingham.

2nd ODI: Upbeat India eye series win as Afghanistan look for batting support for Gurbaz (Preview)

IANS | June 16, 2026 5:47 PM

Lucknow, June 16 (IANS) India will look to wrap up the three-match ODI series against Afghanistan when the teams meet in the second match at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajyapaye Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Wednesday.

Serena and Venus Williams to team up at Wimbledon as wild-card entrants

IANS | June 16, 2026 5:46 PM

London, June 16 (IANS) One of tennis' most celebrated partnerships will return to the grass courts of the All England Club this month after Serena and Venus Williams were awarded a wildcard for the women's doubles competition at Wimbledon 2026.

FIFA WC 2026: Renard named Tunisia coach after Lamouchi dismissal

IANS | June 16, 2026 5:31 PM

Tunis, June 16 (IANS) Tunisia appointed Herve Renard as head coach through the end of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday, following the dismissal of Sabri Lamouchi after a disappointing start to the tournament, in which they lost the opener to Sweden 5-1 on Monday (IST).

Sports Min Mandaviya to lead Fit India Cyclothon in Mumbai ahead of International Yoga Day

IANS | June 16, 2026 4:44 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment Mansukh Mandaviya will spearhead a special edition of the Fit India Cyclothon at Mumbai's scenic Worli Coastal Cycle Track on Wednesday as part of the nationwide build-up to the 11th International Day of Yoga, which will be celebrated on June 21.

FIFA WC: When and where to watch Portugal vs DR Congo; know all details

IANS | June 16, 2026 4:31 PM

Houston, June 16 (IANS) Portugal will kick off their 2026 World Cup journey against DR Congo on Wednesday, aiming for an ideal start in Group K, which also features Colombia and Uzbekistan. Widely considered favourites to progress, Roberto Martinez's side will be keen to secure three points early and strengthen their bid to finish top of the group.

Messi, Ronaldo set for historic final FIFA WC as Argentina, Portugal begin campaigns

IANS | June 16, 2026 4:18 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are set to add another chapter to their legendary rivalry when they feature in the FIFA World Cup 2026, becoming the first male footballers in history to play in six editions of the tournament.

'We were told to leave immediately': Iran coach hits out at FIFA, US

IANS | June 16, 2026 4:06 PM

Los Angeles, June 16 (IANS) Iran head coach Amir Ghalenoei expressed dissatisfaction with a sudden change to his team's itinerary after Iran drew 2-2 with New Zealand in its FIFA World Cup Group G opener on Tuesday (IST).

FIFA WC: When and where to watch Austria vs Jordan; know all details

IANS | June 16, 2026 4:02 PM

Santa Clara, June 16 (IANS) Austria begin their World Cup campaign against tournament debutants Jordan at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara on Wednesday, with both sides eager to make a positive start in Group J. While defending champions Argentina are favourites to top the group, the race for the second automatic qualification spot is expected to be fiercely contested, making an opening victory crucial.

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Gujarat’s Manav Shah makes history as first IGPL golfer to tee up at U.S. Open

Women’s T20 WC: Pakistan fined for maintaining slow over-rate against India

2nd ODI: Upbeat India eye series win as Afghanistan look for batting support for Gurbaz (Preview)

Serena and Venus Williams to team up at Wimbledon as wild-card entrants

FIFA WC 2026: Renard named Tunisia coach after Lamouchi dismissal

Sports Min Mandaviya to lead Fit India Cyclothon in Mumbai ahead of International Yoga Day

FIFA WC: When and where to watch Portugal vs DR Congo; know all details

Messi, Ronaldo set for historic final FIFA WC as Argentina, Portugal begin campaigns

'We were told to leave immediately': Iran coach hits out at FIFA, US

FIFA WC: When and where to watch Austria vs Jordan; know all details

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