India look to carry momentum forward against arch-rivals Pakistan in London leg of Pro LeagueBuoyed by a victory over Olympic champions Netherlands, the Indian men's hockey team faces arch-rivals Pakistan in their London leg opener....
22 Jun, 2026, 03.03 PM IST
Who is Brady Tkachuk? 26-year-old forward to join brother Matthew at Panthers in blockbuster deal with SenatorsOttawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk is heading to the Florida Panthers in a blockbuster trade, reuniting him with brother Matthew. The Pa...
22 Jun, 2026, 07.34 AM IST
Trump's birthright citizenship ban could sideline major athletes from the World CupThe US policy of birthright citizenship, which lets athletes like Folarin Balogun play for the States, is now being challenged in the Supre...
18 Jun, 2026, 10.17 AM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi joins Cristiano Ronaldo club, becomes 2nd player to score in 5 World CupsLionel Messi achieved his 200th international appearance for Argentina in their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Algeria. At 38, he joins...
17 Jun, 2026, 08.05 AM IST
Who is Sarpreet Singh, the Indian-origin footballer representing New Zealand at the 2026 FIFA World Cup?New Zealand's Sarpreet Singh, of Indian heritage, will play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He is the first Sikh footballer at the tournament. ...
16 Jun, 2026, 07.42 AM IST
Japan's anime spirit: The playbook behind a World Cup masterclassAs Japan takes the stage in the World Cup, their journey reflects a deep-rooted passion for football that captivates fans worldwide. Their ...
16 Jun, 2026, 12.46 AM IST
With war now football by others means, be prepared for new World Cup champsThe World Cup faces political challenges. Visiting teams, especially Iran, encounter travel restrictions and potential discrimination. The ...
13 Jun, 2026, 11.42 PM IST
Many from this group will feature in 2032, 2036 Olympics: Rani RampalIndia's U-18 women's hockey team secured a bronze medal at the Asia Cup. Coach Rani Rampal sees this team as the foundation for future Olym...
08 Jun, 2026, 04.06 PM IST
From roaring crowds to FIFA World Cup absence: What’s holding India back from football’s biggest stage?India's FIFA World Cup aspirations remain distant. Despite widespread passion, the nation struggles to produce elite footballers. Experts p...
08 Jun, 2026, 01.33 PM IST
Shreyas Iyer all set to be named India's new T20I captain for UK tourShreyas Iyer will lead India in T20s against Ireland and England. He will also captain the squad for the Asian Games in Japan. Suryakumar Y...
05 Jun, 2026, 11.20 AM IST
Asian Games: No Suryakumar Yadav or Shubman Gill in BCCI's longlist; Vaibhav Sooryavanshi among 30 probablesIndia's cricket board has named a 30-player longlist for the Asian Games. Key players like Suryakumar Yadav and Shubman Gill are absent. Th...
30 May, 2026, 03.21 PM IST
Quote of the day by Sam Kerr: ‘There's one thing that drives me to eat well, look after my body and…’ – The Matildas’ captain reveals her mindset behind relentless ambitionSam Kerr, a football icon, reveals her driving force is winning. This ambition shapes her daily life, pushing her through challenges. Her p...
26 May, 2026, 01.34 PM IST
Davis Cup skipper Rohit Rajpal to be India's chef de mission at Commonwealth Games in GlasgowRohit Rajpal will lead India's contingent at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. Ravi Bengani is the Deputy Chef de Mission. Vandana Rao and Ra...
24 May, 2026, 03.56 PM IST
Gambhir likely to have last word on Suryakumar's future as captain: BCCI sourceSuryakumar Yadav's captaincy hangs in the balance. Selectors are reportedly unconvinced about his batting form. Head coach Gautam Gambhir's...
23 May, 2026, 05.58 PM IST
IPL 2026: All 10 teams led by Indian captains; league emerges as key ‘sorting hat’ for national prospectsThe IPL's captaincy selections go beyond cricket, considering brand value and team dynamics. This process highlights players outside the cu...
19 Apr, 2026, 12.28 AM IST
Ritu Rani dropped, Sushila to lead Indian women's hockey team in RioRitu has been one of the key midfielders for India over the years and her absence could hurt the team's chances at the Olympics.
12 Jul, 2016, 04.07 PM IST
I too deserve Bharat Ratna, hope to get it in lifetime: Balbir Singh SrBalbir, 90, looks back with satisfaction at his long tryst with the game but feels he has not got the honour he deserves.
17 Aug, 2014, 03.21 PM IST