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Now, desi girls eye T20 World Cup 2026 glory in England

That triumph in Navi Mumbai has given the Indian women’s cricket team fresh hope and a new challenge, to set the record straight in the shortest format as well, when the ICC T20 World Cup is held in England in June 2026

01 January,2026 09:14 AM IST | Santosh Suri
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T20 World Cup 2026: Surya’s sunshine boys hope for hurrah at home sweet home

The decision to reintegrate Shubman Gill, the Test and ODI vice-captain, into the 20-over setup backfired spectacularly with Suryakumar’s designated deputy failing to touch fifty in 15 innings since his recall after a 13-month absence for the Asia Cup

01 January,2026 09:19 AM IST | R Kaushik
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From T20 World Cup 2026 to FIFA World Cup, here are key dates you cannot miss

A quick guide to some high-octane sporting action fans should relish and cherish through this power-packed year

01 January,2026 09:28 AM IST | A Correspondent
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ICC Women’s T20I Rankings: Shafali, Renuka rise; Deepti stays at No. 1 spot

Shafali Verma has moved up four places after scores of 69 not out off 34 balls in the second T20I against Sri Lanka, followed by unbeaten knocks of 79 off 42 deliveries and 79 off 46 balls in the third and fourth matches in Thiruvananthapuram

31 December,2025 09:44 AM IST | PTI
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Abhinav Bindra-led Task Force urges Sports Ministry to set up NCSECB

Abhinav Bindra-led Task Force points to systemic gaps constraining sports governance in the country; Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya assures all recommendations will be implemented

31 December,2025 10:02 AM IST | PTI
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Carol's Rush of love!

Anthony, 48, is a model and singer from Ireland. The pair started dating after Rush divorced his first wife Tracy after 25 years of marriage in 2012

31 December,2025 09:54 AM IST | A Correspondent
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'Life more important than boxing': Jake Paul on Anthony Joshua’s car accident

YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul was Joshua’s most recent opponent in a high-octane bout on December 19, which the latter won

31 December,2025 09:47 AM IST | Agencies
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Giles Shield: Ton-up Kartik helps SVIS earn draw against Dnyandeep

On the final day of the two-day match, Dnyandeep declared at a commanding 299-8 in their first innings, having secured a lead of 162

31 December,2025 09:49 AM IST | Rufus Vedanayagam
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MCA selection trials to be held for U-12 boys

Reporting time is 8.30 am. Online registration form on the MCA website to be filled by January 2

31 December,2025 09:52 AM IST | A Correspondent
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'Great stepping stone for tennis': Kyrgios after exhibition match win

“Really enjoyed the show,” she said, “and I feel like next time I play him I’m going to know the tactics, his strengths and his weaknesses, and it’s going to be a better match, for sure”

30 December,2025 09:25 AM IST | AP | PTI
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PM Narendra Modi hails bronze-winners Humpy, Erigaisi’s sheer grit

Erigaisi claimed a historic bronze medal at the FIDE World Rapid Championship in Doha, scoring 9.5 points —just one point behind world champion Magnus Carlsen. With his bronze medal, he became only the second Indian male player, after five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand, to secure a podium finish at a World Rapid Championship

30 December,2025 09:09 AM IST | IANS
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Adam Peaty changes his name after marrying chef Gordon Ramsay’s daughter

British Olympic swimmer Peaty changes his name after marrying celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay’s daughter Holly in order to distance parents amidst family feud

30 December,2025 09:29 AM IST | A Correspondent
Ashes Australia Todd Murphy speaks about pitch at Sydney Cricket Ground

Ashes Australia Todd Murphy speaks about pitch at Sydney Cricket Ground

The fifth and final Test match of the ongoing Ashes series is scheduled to be played from January 4 at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The ongoing Ashes series has the joint fewest wickets for spin of any Test series played on Australian soil, featuring at least three matches

01 January,2026 01:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Sanjana Ganesan shares adorable pictures with Jasprit Bumrah and son Angad

Sanjana Ganesan shares adorable pictures with Jasprit Bumrah and son Angad

The first picture shows the pacer and Sanjana sharing warm smiles, and in the second picture, Sanjana is seen sharing an adorable and candid moment with her son Angad

01 January,2026 12:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
T20 World Cup 2026: Mitchell Marsh set to lead Australia in marquee event

T20 World Cup 2026: Mitchell Marsh set to lead Australia in marquee event

Australia will begin their campaign by playing a match against Ireland on February 11 at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo

01 January,2026 11:25 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Sarfaraz Khan, Ruturaj Gaikwad slam tons; Mohammed Shami registers 2-wicket haul

Sarfaraz Khan, Ruturaj Gaikwad slam tons; Mohammed Shami registers 2-wicket haul

In the match against Uttarakhand, Maharashtra skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad delivered a crucial knock of 124 runs off 113 deliveries. Mumbai's Sarfaraz Khan registered his ton in just 56 balls. He then went on to score 157 runs in 75 balls, which were laced with nine boundaries and 14 maximums

31 December,2025 04:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
T20 World Cup 2026: Afghanistan announce squad for marquee event

T20 World Cup 2026: Afghanistan announce squad for marquee event

Afghanistan will begin their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign by playing a match against the "Black Caps" on February 8 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. They are placed in Group D along with teams such as Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, and the United Arab Emirates

31 December,2025 04:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Shaheen Shah Afridi to return home from BBL; doubtful for T20 World Cup 2026

Shaheen Shah Afridi to return home from BBL; doubtful for T20 World Cup 2026

Shaheen Shah Afridi sustained a knee injury while fielding for Brisbane Heat in the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL). Following the blow, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has called Shaheen for treatment and rehabilitation at the High Performance Centre in Lahore

31 December,2025 01:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Ashes: Michael Vaughan calls on Usman Khawaja to retire on his own terms

Ashes: Michael Vaughan calls on Usman Khawaja to retire on his own terms

Khawaja's retirement talks have gained attention, but there has no official statement from him. Later, Australia's head coach, Andrew McDonald, also said that no discussions have taken place with Khawaja about his future in the game

31 December,2025 01:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
IND W vs SL W 5th T20I: Deepti Sharma speaks about her historic accomplishment

IND W vs SL W 5th T20I: Deepti Sharma speaks about her historic accomplishment

Speaking about her accomplishment, Deepti said that she always tries to deliver impactful performance for the team, and it is good to carry the winning momentum from the World Cup to the series

31 December,2025 11:56 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
'It's about repeating these habits...': Harmanpreet Kaur after whitewash vs SL

'It's about repeating these habits...': Harmanpreet Kaur after whitewash vs SL

In the fifth and final T20I match, the "Women in Blue" secured a win by 15 runs against Sri Lanka. Kaur smashed 68 runs off just 43 deliveries, which was laced with nine boundaries and a maximum

31 December,2025 11:55 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Father’s Day 2025: Rohit Sharma opens up on his father’s sacrifices

    Father’s Day 2025: Rohit Sharma opens up on his father’s sacrifices

    Team India captain Rohit Sharma opened up about his emotional journey to cricketing success, crediting his parents—especially his father—for the sacrifices they made to help him reach the top. Speaking from the heart, Rohit recalled the intense years of grinding through Under-19 cricket, Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy, and Irani Trophy before finally making it to the Indian team. He shared how his father stood by him through every struggle, watching closely as his career unfolded. Interestingly, Rohit revealed that while his world record 264 in ODI cricket barely got a reaction from his father, it was his red-ball cricket achievements that truly made his father proud

    14 June,2025 07:10 PM IST
    English Premier League | ‘We must adapt, change’: Ruben Amorim

    English Premier League | ‘We must adapt, change’: Ruben Amorim

    Ahead of Wolves clash tonight, Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim says players missing out due to injuries has forced him to tweak formation to improve

    30 December,2025 09:22 AM IST | London | AFP

    Currently at 956, Ronaldo eyes 1000 goals before ending career

    And the 40-year-old Portugal superstar is in no doubt he’ll get there. “I will reach that number for sure, if no injuries,” Ronaldo said late on Sunday at the Globe Soccer Awards here, where he was named the best player in the Middle East

    30 December,2025 09:04 AM IST | Dubai | AP | PTI

    Chelsea forward Christian Pulisic swooning over Sweeney?

    According to British tabloid The Sun, Sweeney’s surprising link-up with Pulisic was first reported by Instagram account DNA da Bomba

    29 December,2025 10:42 AM IST | Mumbai | Agencies
    PM Modi congratulates Koneru Humpy on World Rapid bronze medal

    PM Modi congratulates Koneru Humpy on World Rapid bronze medal

    Humpy, who had entered the event as the defending champion, was done in by the international chess federation's (FIDE) tie-break rules on Sunday despite being the joint leader on 8.5 points with two other Grandmasters after the final round

    29 December,2025 04:29 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
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