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ISL 2025-26: Chennaiyin FC eye third win of season against relegation-threatened Mohammedan SC

IANS | April 20, 2026 5:19 PM

Chennai, April 20 (IANS) Chennaiyin FC aim to earn their third win of the season and move closer to safety as they host relegation-threatened Mohammedan SC in the Indian Super League 2026 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Tuesday. This encounter offers the Marina Machans a chance to secure their first Indian Super League win against the Kolkata team, which has yet to win a match this season.

India at ‘extremely high’ doping risk, will work with AFI to safeguard the integrity of athletics: AIU chief David Howman

IANS | April 20, 2026 4:58 PM

Monaco, April 20 (IANS) Indian athletes are now required to follow stricter anti-doping regulations following the Athletics Federation of India’s (AFI) upgrade from ‘Category B’ to ‘Category A' under Rule 15 of the World Athletics’ Anti-Doping Rules. This decision by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) Board pertains to persistently “extremely high” doping risk in India, which has consistently ranked among the top two for the most Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs) in athletics from 2022 to 2025.

IPL 2026: Tyagi’s execution against best batters stands out, long may it continue, says Watson

IANS | April 20, 2026 4:34 PM

Kolkata, April 20 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) assistant coach Shane Watson praised young pacer Kartik Tyagi for his ability to deliver against the best batters in the world, saying his pursuit of excellence is evident in every ball he bowls.

Hockey India announces 36 probables for senior men's national coaching camp

IANS | April 20, 2026 4:20 PM

New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) Hockey India announced a 36-member core probable group on Monday for the upcoming Senior Men’s National Coaching Camp, to be held at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Centre in Bengaluru from April 20 to May 9.

KD Jadhav should be awarded Padma Vibhushan; I’m ready to write to authorities: WFI chief Sanjay Singh

IANS | April 20, 2026 4:00 PM

Mumbai, April 20 (IANS) Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Sanjay Singh has backed calls for legendary wrestler Khashaba Dadasaheb Jadhav to be posthumously conferred with the Padma Vibhushan, following recent developments in the Bombay High Court regarding the matter.

IPL 2026: The group's been great, really looking forward to rest of tournament, says Connolly

IANS | April 20, 2026 3:41 PM

New Chandigarh, April 20 (IANS) Punjab Kings’ Australian recruit Cooper Connolly said the camaraderie within the squad has made his IPL experience enjoyable, adding that he is eager to see how the rest of the tournament unfolds for the side.

Madrid Open main draw unveiled as Sinner eyes fifth straight Masters 1000 title

IANS | April 20, 2026 3:37 PM

Madrid, April 20 (IANS) World No. 1 Jannik Sinner will headline the Madrid Open as he sets his sights on a fifth consecutive ATP Masters 1000 title, with the draw for the prestigious clay-court event unveiled on Monday.

IPL 2026: My goal is to now play for India across formats, says RCB pacer Rasikh

IANS | April 20, 2026 3:32 PM

New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fast bowler Rasikh Salam Dar said his ultimate ambition is to represent India across formats, and is open to representing the country in any form. In IPL 2026, Rasikh has picked five wickets in three games, including a match-winning effort of 4-24.

IPL 2026: 'One team owner did indulge in this type of practice (black magic)': Lalit Modi

IANS | April 20, 2026 2:57 PM

New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) Former Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Lalit Modi has dismissed a viral letter as fake, where it alleged ‘black magic’ was performed during the Chennai Super Kings–Sunrisers Hyderabad clash.

Squash: Suraj Chand clinches PSA Challenger Tour title in Chennai

IANS | April 20, 2026 2:49 PM

Chennai, April 20 (IANS) India’s Suraj Kumar Chand delivered a commanding performance to clinch the men’s title at the PSA Challenger Tour event, defeating South Korea’s Jeongmin Ryu in straight games at the Indian Squash Academy on Monday.

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ISL 2025-26: Chennaiyin FC eye third win of season against relegation-threatened Mohammedan SC

India at ‘extremely high’ doping risk, will work with AFI to safeguard the integrity of athletics: AIU chief David Howman

IPL 2026: Tyagi’s execution against best batters stands out, long may it continue, says Watson

Hockey India announces 36 probables for senior men's national coaching camp

KD Jadhav should be awarded Padma Vibhushan; I’m ready to write to authorities: WFI chief Sanjay Singh

IPL 2026: The group's been great, really looking forward to rest of tournament, says Connolly

Madrid Open main draw unveiled as Sinner eyes fifth straight Masters 1000 title

IPL 2026: My goal is to now play for India across formats, says RCB pacer Rasikh

IPL 2026: 'One team owner did indulge in this type of practice (black magic)': Lalit Modi

Squash: Suraj Chand clinches PSA Challenger Tour title in Chennai

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