Chennai Bulls’ Sandhya hopes Rugby Premier League inspires next generation of girls from rural India

Vaishnavi Iyer | June 15, 2026 6:05 PM

New Delhi, June 15 (IANS) From a tea garden in West Bengal to becoming one of the most recognisable faces in Indian women's rugby, Sandhya Rai's journey has built on resilience, family support and an unwavering belief in the opportunities the sport can create. As the Rugby Premier League (RPL) prepares to launch its second season and introduce a women's competition for the first time, Rai hopes the tournament's visibility will inspire young girls from small towns and rural communities to dream bigger.

CA has evaluated the idea to host BBL in India and sees long-term benefits: IPL chair Arun Dhumal

IANS | June 15, 2026 5:59 PM

New Delhi, June 15 (IANS) Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Arun Dhumal believes Cricket Australia's decision to launch the upcoming Big Bash League (BBL) season in India could have benefits that extend beyond commercial gains, saying the move has the potential to contribute to cricket's growth in emerging markets at a time when the sport is preparing for its Olympic return.

Olympic medallist Lovlina, Asian champion Preeti Pawar to lead Indian challenge at Usti nad Labem GP

IANS | June 15, 2026 3:40 PM

New Delhi, June 15 (IANS) The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has named a 12-member squad for the prestigious Grand Prix Usti nad Labem in Czechia, scheduled from June 17 to 21, with Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain and reigning Asian Championships gold medallist Preeti Pawar among the leading names as India’s build-up towards the Commonwealth Games, Glasgow 2026 gathers momentum.