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Nortje, Milne consign Paarl Royals to record lows in one-sided contest
Royals were bowled out for 49 and faced the second-biggest defeat in SA20
From FIFA World Cup to Commonwealth Games and Asian Games; wishlist for 2026
2026 brings a double bonanza for Indian athletes: the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games. While India has crossed the 100-medal mark in both events101 at the 2010 Delhi CWG and 107 at the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games (held in 2023)the challenge is to do it in the same year. With India set to host the 2030 CWG, Asian Games sometime in the future and eventually the Olympics, athletes need to stand up.
What does the New Tennis Year promise? Wishlist for 2026
Between themselves, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner have shared the last eight slams. It is a duopoly at the top of the rankings tree, with these two generational talents competing in their own bubble, while the rest play catch-up. Alcaraz won an epic five-setter at Roland Garros; Sinner got his own back at Wimbledon, only for Alcaraz to land another counterpunch in New York. Thrilling as this rivalry is, the cage is ripe to be rattled. Remember; back when it was all about Federer versus Nadal, and then a certain Novak Djokovic burst through the gates? 2026, can you find us a kid with a bulldozer, ready to enter the ring with Sin-Caraz!
Year Ender 2025: From abundance to excellence - Indian crickets next challenge
From Harmanpreet and Co. lifting the World Cup trophy to Gambhirs wards losing another Test series at home. From Sin-Caraz dominating the mens circuit to Sabalenka just about staying ahead of the chasing pack. From India topping the doping charts to the endless wait for ISLs resumption. 2025 was a fascinating year, full of highs and lows, and one that leaves sport with a big wishlist for 2026
Ashes: Steve Smith says two-day Boxing Day Test 'not good for finances'
India's chance to test themselves and their bench strength
With the series against Sri Lanka already won, they could try setting totals instead of chasing them
Cherki steals the show as Man City edge Forest to go top of the Premier League
Rayan Cherki's late goal secured a 2-1 victory for Manchester City against Nottingham Forest, propelling them to the top of the Premier League. Cherki also assisted the opening goal, showcasing his growing influence. The win extended City's impressive league run to six consecutive matches.
Ayush Mhatre to lead India at Under-19 World Cup
Suryavanshi will lead India U-19 on their youth-ODI tour to South Africa before the World Cup
Duan Jansen's career-best triggers PC's collapse as JSK start with win
PC lost 5 for 18 after an opening stand of 71, as JSK won at SuperSport Park for the first time
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to lead India U19 squad for South Africa tour; check full team list
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will captain the India U19 squad for a three-match ODI series against South Africa, commencing January 3 in Benoni. Aaron George will serve as vice-captain. Ayush Mhatre and Vihaan Malhotra have been ruled out due to wrist injuries but are expected to join for the U19 World Cup.
Ayush Mhatre named India captain for U-19 WC, Sooryavanshi to lead in preceding South Africa tour
The upcoming edition of the ICC Mens U19 World Cup will feature 16 teams divided into four groups, followed by the Super Six stage, semifinals, and the final in Harare
The Board of Control for Cricket in India's Junior Cricket Committee has revealed the India squads. These teams are selected for the ICC Men's Under-19 World Cup and an upcoming three-match One-Day series against South Africa. Ayush Mhatre will captain the U19 World Cup squad. Vihaan Malhotra is named vice-captain.
Mhatre to lead India at U19 World Cup; Sooryavanshi named captain for SA tour
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will captain India's U-19 team on their South Africa tour, with Ayush Mhatre set to lead the squad for the 2026 U-19 World Cup in Zimbabwe and Namibia. Injuries have ruled out Mhatre and Vihaan Malhotra from the South Africa leg, but they are expected to return for the World Cup.
IND-W vs SL-W T20Is: India primed to make it four in a row against Sri Lanka
The visitors performance so far has been below-par and uninspiring; the Women in Blue, after three successful chases, may want to give their batters a chance to take guard first
Revealed: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's per-match earnings in the Vijay Hazare
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's participation in the Vijay Hazare Trophy highlights the tournament's crucial role in India's domestic cricket. Player earnings are tiered by experience, not stardom, with seasoned cricketers like Kohli and Sharma earning Rs 60,000 per match, a fraction of their international fees. Daily allowances and performance-based awards supplement this income.
Shubman Gill likely to play Punjabs VHT fixtures against Sikkim and Goa
Gill, who was recently dropped from the T20 World Cup squad, has been out of action for a while due to an impact injury to his right foot
Updated WTC points table: What England's win in Melbourne means for India
England secured a significant four-wicket victory over Australia in Melbourne, ending a 19-Test winless streak Down Under. This result also impacted the ICC World Test Championship, handing Australia their first loss and tightening the race for the final. While Australia remains atop the standings, their points percentage has decreased, benefiting teams like New Zealand and South Africa.
Vijay Hazare Trophy | Mumbais old warhorse Siddhesh Lad is here to stay
Though he warmed the bench for the larger part of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Lad is back in the team for the Vijay Hazare Trophy
IND-W vs SL-W T20Is | Our aim is to take womens cricket to an even higher level: Renuka
Bryant, Bartlett secure victory for Brisbane Heat
Short had a terrific day with ball and bat but finished on the wrong side of the result
'Kerala is my lucky place': Renuka Singh ahead of fourth T20I vs Sri Lanka
India's women's cricket team aims for a fourth T20I win against Sri Lanka. Pacer Renuka Singh is a key player, finding success in Thiruvananthapuram. She has improved her bowling with new variations. Renuka's dedication and preparation are evident. She is a crucial part of India's future plans, with potential for success in upcoming tournaments.
Caviar Queen and Lady Scarlet excel
Josh Tongue succeeds where generations of greats could not
He is the first England bowler named player of the match in an Ashes Test in Australia since Dean Headley in 1998
'Ball was just sitting in grass': Smith explains why no batter could settle on MCG deck
It probably started quite slow and it's hard to explain. Not tennis bally normally, that's from like the moisture of the wicket, Smith said during the post-match press conference. He added that the thickness of the grass affected how the ball behaved after pitching.
From Perth pain to MCG joy: Broad's reaction goes viral after England's win - Watch
England achieved a significant victory in the fourth Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. This win ended an 18-match winless streak in Australia. The match concluded quickly due to pitch conditions. Stuart Broad's contrasting reactions from Perth to Melbourne captured the team's emotional journey. Despite the series outcome, the victory held immense emotional value for the English team.
Steve Smith scripts history, now second only to Don Bradman in this list
Steve Smith has become Australia's second highest run-scorer against England in Ashes history. He surpassed Allan Border during the recent Test match. Smith's consistent performance over many Ashes contests places him in elite company. The match itself was a low-scoring affair dominated by bowlers on a challenging pitch. England ultimately secured a victory in a closely fought contest.
Steve Smith overtakes Border, becomes Australia's second-highest run-getter against England in Tests
The Aussie veteran made this upward movement in charts during his side's fourth Ashes Test at Melbourne against England. While he could score just nine in the first innings, falling to Josh Tongue, he made 24* in 39 balls, with a four, standing as a lone warrior as the Aussie batting crumbled to heaps, presenting an easy target to England.
Ashes: Stokes labels MCG pitch 'not ideal' despite historic England win
When you go out there and you're faced with those conditions, you've got to crack on and deal with it, Stokes said after England ended a 15-year wait for a Test win on Australian soil. Smith said the pitch had too much grass, which created excessive seam movement and made batting difficult.
'Grateful forever': Spinner who got Kohlis wicket shares emotional post, gets signed ball
Virat Kohli played a strong innings of 77 for Delhi against Gujarat in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Gujarat spinner Vishal Jayswal took Kohli's wicket. After the match, Jayswal shared a memorable moment with Kohli, receiving an autograph and a photograph. Kohli had previously scored 131 in the tournament. He is not expected to play further matches.
Ryan Rickelton press conference: 'Been tough last couple of months mentally in India'
Ryan Rickelton press conference: 'Been tough last couple of months mentally in India'
MCG pitch would unleash 'hell' elsewhere in the world - Ben Stokes
England captain says his feedback to match referee won't be the best after tourists seal victory in two days
Cricket-Melbourne test hero Tongue says he considered retirement due to injuries
Josh Tongue's remarkable comeback fuels England's Ashes victory. He overcame career-threatening injuries to deliver a match-winning five-wicket haul. This performance secured England's first test win in Australia in fifteen years. Tongue's dedication highlights his dream of playing for England. The series concludes with the fifth test in Sydney.
PCB sets Rs 1.3 billion reserve price for two new PSL franchises
The Pakistan Cricket Board is looking to sell two new teams for the Pakistan Super League. Each team will cost 1.3 billion Pakistani rupees annually. The auction is set for January 8. Former owners of Multan Sultans have submitted bids. The PCB is guaranteeing franchises a minimum of 850 million Pakistani rupees from central revenue for five editions.
Stokes pleased to end Australia drought, but circumstances 'not ideal'
England captain praises fans for sticking with team through thick and thin, as they seal four-wicket win
1888, 1895, 2025: Shortest completed Ashes Tests ever
England shattered an 18-match winless streak in Australia with a stunning four-wicket Ashes victory in Melbourne, concluding the Test in just two days. This historic triumph, their first Down Under since 2011, saw Joe Root and Ben Stokes achieve personal milestones. The match's brevity placed it among the shortest Ashes contests ever.
Dhaka Capitals assistant coach Zaki collapses before match
He was given CPR before an ambulance took him to the hospital
The bowler-friendly Melbourne pitch, where 20 wickets fell on Day 1, has drawn criticism from Kevin Pietersen and Dinesh Karthik. They highlighted the selective scrutiny of Indian pitches when spinners dominate, contrasting it with the current Ashes series where pacers have thrived. Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg acknowledged that short Tests are detrimental to business.
Wobbly England register first Test win in Australia in 15 years
In a second two-day finish this Ashes, Bethell scored 40 in England's chase of 175
From MCG to T20 World Cup snub: How Indian cricket let Shubman Gill down
From MCG to T20 World Cup snub: How Indian cricket let Shubman Gill down
Dominant India eye fourth successive win over Sri Lanka in T20I series
India eyes a dominant fourth victory against Sri Lanka in the ongoing Women's T20I series. The Harmanpreet Kaur-led team has showcased strong bowling and batting performances. While Indian bowlers have restricted Sri Lankan batters, the batting lineup has also delivered. Star batter Smriti Mandhana seeks a significant contribution. India may also test new players in the upcoming match.
England snap 15-year losing streak to win chaotic 4th Ashes Test against Australia
A fighting England won their first Test on Australian soil in 15 years Saturday, restoring their battered pride with a gutsy four-wicket victory to clinch a chaotic fourth Ashes clash that was all over inside two days. It was the most wickets to tumble on the first day of an Ashes Test since 1909, and eclipsed the 19 on day one of the series opener in Perth.
That Indian side wasnt great: Alastair Cook on Englands 2-2 home draw
Batting great Alistair Cook said Englands recent results had masked deeper issues, creating an illusion of progress
Deepti Sharma smashes records, becomes first Indian cricketer to claim 150 T20I wickets
Deepti Sharma achieved a historic feat in the third T20I against Sri Lanka. She became the third-highest wicket-taker in women's international cricket. Sharma also reached a unique milestone, becoming the first cricketer in men's or women's T20 Internationals to score 1000 runs and take 150 wickets. India secured an eight-wicket victory in the match.
'That Indian side wasn't great': Alastair Cook's brutal take
Alastair Cook believes England's 2-2 draw against India, led by Shubman Gill, was against a ot a great Indian side. He expressed concern that this result masked underlying issues and potentially diverted focus from crucial series like the Ashes, where England are currently trailing Australia 0-3.
ILT20 | Eight wins and counting: Vipers end Warriorz playoff hopes
Desert Vipers booked a five-wicket win over Sharjah Warriorz to become the first team to win eight group matches in the World ILT20. Naseem Shahs three wickets restricted Sharjah to 140/7 before Max Holdens unbeaten 66 guided the chase. The defeat officially ended the Warriorz playoff hopes.
Federation infighting, court battles and 2 new world champions: Indian boxing's conflicted year
Indian boxing faced a tumultuous 2025 marked by internal BFI disputes and court battles. Despite administrative chaos, boxers like Jaismine Lamboria and Minakshi Hooda emerged as world champions, salvaging the year. The men's team, however, endured a medal-less World Championships, though promising young talents showed potential.
That Indian side wasn't great: Alistair Cook on England''s 2-2 home draw
Alistair Cook expressed concerns over England's Ashes preparation, citing their 2-2 home series draw against India as a result against a ot a great Indian side. He believes the team's recent results have masked deeper issues and that leadership has taken their eye off the ball for bigger series, leading to their current 0-3 Ashes deficit.
Mirabai carries Indian weightlifting as juniors rise but doping woes persist in 2025
Indian weightlifting saw Mirabai Chanu win a World Championships silver medal. This was the sport's main achievement this year. Doping issues continued to be a problem for India. However, junior lifters showed good performances. They set new records. This offers hope for the future of Indian weightlifting.
Massive! Deepti Sharma becomes first Indian cricketer to ...
Deepti Sharma achieved a historic milestone in the third T20I against Sri Lanka, becoming the third-highest wicket-taker in women's international cricket and the first Indian to claim 150 T20I wickets. She also became the first cricketer globally to score 1,000 runs and take 150 wickets in T20 Internationals.
MS Dhoni at Salman Khan birthday party: Fans chant 'Mahi bhai' - WATCH
Mahendra Singh Dhoni's rare public appearance at Salman Khan's birthday bash highlighted his enduring fan appeal. Dhoni will return for IPL 2026 with Chennai Super Kings, who invested heavily in uncapped talents like Kartik Sharma. Sharma expressed his excitement about playing alongside Dhoni, calling it a dream come true after a significant auction bid.
Short Tests 'bad for business': Cricket Australia boss
A dramatic opening day at the Melbourne Cricket Ground saw 20 wickets fall. Australia were bowled out for 152, and England followed for 110. This collapse has raised concerns for Cricket Australia about the impact of shortened Test matches on business.
'Short Tests are bad for business' - CA CEO hints at intervening on pitches
Todd Greenberg admitted to having a sleepless night with another two-day Test likely to incur huge losses
Ashes: England inch closer to win against Australia at MCG
Ashes 4th Test Day 2: Australia 98-6 at lunch, lead by 140 runs
Australia lost six wickets in the session for 94 runs after resuming on four for no loss. Number four batter Steve Smith was 16 not out, with all-rounder Cameron Green on six
Manchester United's back four get Rubem Amorim's backing after Newcastle win
Manchester United's back four get Rubem Amorim's backing after Newcastle win
Atkinson leaves field clutching hamstring in latest England injury blow
Fast bowler reports soreness early on second day at MCG after early wicket of Scott Boland
David's hamstring injury a concern for Australia's T20 World Cup hopes
David said he would wait and see after he felt a little bit of something while running between the wickets
On This Day: Ajinkya Rahanes century that changed Indian cricket
Ajinkya Rahane's century at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on December 27, 2020, was a pivotal moment for Indian Test cricket. Following a humiliating defeat, Rahane's resilient innings, marked by calm determination, restored belief and set the stage for a historic series victory against Australia. His performance showcased his ability to deliver under immense pressure.
SA20, Ryan Rickelton slams his 2nd T20 hundred: Key stats
The fourth season of the SA20 started with a thrilling match as MI Cape Town (MICT) lost to last season's bottom team, Durban's Super Giants (DSG).
14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi meets PM Narendra Modi; pic goes viral
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a young cricketer, made headlines in the past year. He received the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar, India's highest civilian honor for young achievers. Sooryavanshi broke several cricket records, including the youngest player to score a century in List A cricket. He also achieved a T20 century at a young age.
Teenager Krishna Goutham in joint lead with Carlsen after three rounds in World Rapid Championships
Goutham overcame Serbian GM Indjic Aleksandar with black pieces, before getting the better of one of the top Indian GM Aravindh Chithambaram with white and then outmanoeuvreing Azerbaijan's Radjabov Teimour
Suraj Sharma sweeps senior and junior 25m rapid fire pistol national titles
Rajasthan's Bhavesh Shekhawat rounded off the podium, claiming bronze with a total of 24 hits
4th Test Day 2 Live: Carse and Tongue deal quick blows to Australia
4th Test Day 2 Live: Carse and Tongue deal quick blows to Australia
PSPB sweeps table tennis titles
Very good sign when a player can actually win events, not just keep a high rating: Caruana
As the worlds third-best chess player at the moment also the third-highest-rated player in history Caruana has lofty standards. Its perhaps why the 33-year-old says he isnt happy with his 2025, despite winning big events. In this chat, he also speaks about the Global Chess League, the Candidates, Indias young prodigies and the origin of his fascination with tennis.
Twenty20 vision: SKY the limit after Indias Gill course correction
In its bid to win the formats pinnacle event back to back, the team management has resorted to a last-ditch reshuffle at the top. Dropping the Test and ODI captain is a tacit admission that the think tanks strategy was not quite in order. But despite the drastic measure and T20I skipper Suryakumars poor form, the squad has the batting muscle and bowling venom to defend its title
Rickelton 113 in vain as DSG hang on in high-scoring thriller against MICT
Led by Devon Conway's 64, DSG posted 232, and MICT fell just 15 short in season opener
Kohli, Pant fifties carry Delhi to a tight 7-run win over Gujarat
Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant's fifties propelled Delhi to 254, but Gujarat faltered in their chase, collapsing to 247. Despite a strong start, Gujarat's batters succumbed to pressure, handing Delhi a narrow seven-run victory in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.
At the end of the day, Australia was 4/0, with Scott Boland (4*) and Travis Head (0*) unbeaten. England was skittled out for 110 in reply to Australia's first innings total of 152 runs, with Neser (4/45) and Boland (3/30) being at their most unplayable. England trails by 46 runs.
Josh Tongue Becomes First England Bowler This Century to Take Five-Wicket Haul at Melbourne
In cricket, Josh Tongue scripted history after he became the first England bowler this century to claim a five-wicket haul in Mens Tests at the Melbourne Cricket Ground today. His 5 for 45 helped England bowl out Australia for 152 in their first innings of the Boxing Day Test. It was the first time an []
Vijay Hazare Trophy - Centurions Karun and Padikkal star in Karnatakas big win against Kerala
The latter scores his second consecutive ton as the two forge a match-winning partnership of 223;AparajithandAkhilhelp Kerala post a competitive total; Madhya Pradesh edges outTN
Renuka,Deeptido the star turn as India seals T20I series
They have thus won the five-match series 3-0 with two games in hand
VHT | Karnataka skipper Mayank Agarwal happy with his bowlers performance
Hazare Trophy | All-round Mumbai gets the better of Uttarakhand
The side amasses 331 for seven thanks to Tamores brilliant unbeaten 93; Musheer (55), Sarfaraz (55) and Mulani (48) also chip in with crucial knocks; Yuvrajs 96-ball 96 goes in vain as the team goes down by 51 runs
ISL likely to start on February 5
AIFF-owned ISL model proposed to clubs; new cycle will have promotion, relegation
'Inspiration for young athletes': Rajiv Shukla lauds Sooryavanshi
BCCI vice-president Rajiv Shukla congratulated 14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after he received the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar from Indian President Droupadi Murmu. The award recognises his rapid rise and record-breaking performances in age-group stages, domestic and IPL cricket, including becoming the youngest centurion in List A, T20 and IPL history.
'Unfair for the batters': Vaughan slams MCG pitch after Day 1 of 4th Test
Former England captain Michael Vaughan has strongly criticised the pitch used for the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, saying it was too difficult for batters. The match saw an unusual amount of action on Day 1, with as many as 20 wickets falling, something that has not happened in an Ashes Test for 75 years.
Rabada misses SA20 opener with T20 World Cup selection looming
The South Africa fast bowler is expected to miss MICT's second game, but be fit in time for the third
VHT | Kohli, Pant star as Delhi pips Gujarat
Following WWE retirement, John Cena beats Cristiano Ronaldo
John Cena's WWE farewell saw a surprising heel turn and a WrestleMania main event victory over Cody Rhodes. He also secured the Intercontinental Championship, becoming a Grand Slam Champion. His final match ended in a submission loss to Gunther, which Cena described as a peaceful, natural ending. Beyond wrestling, Cena was voted 2025 Person of the Year, surpassing Cristiano Ronaldo.
AIFF proposes new 20-season ISL framework, February start possible
AIFF proposed owning and operating the ISL for 20 seasons under a new structure with promotion and relegation from next season. A central operational budget, club participation fees, and revenue sharing are planned. Clubs will respond soon, with meetings ongoing. The first season budget is Rs 70 crore, and ISL may start in February.
HAZARE TROPHY | Shoreys second consecutive ton sets up Vidharbhas big win over Hyderabad
CRICKET | Openers Mokhade and Rathod set up the platform with a century-plus stand before Dubey leads the bowling effort; Limbanis five-for highlights Barodas four-wicket win over Bengal
David ensures Hurricanes' win, but picks up hamstring injury
Rishad Hossain's three-for restricted Scorchers to 150 for 8 at Perth Stadium
Deepti, Renuka in as India bowl; Sri Lanka make three changes
Trailing 2-0, the visitors have brought in Meepage, Dulani and Snehani to try and turn the tide
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Record! Virat Kohli surpasses Australia legend to top the elite list
Virat Kohli smashed 77 for Delhi in the Vijay Hazare Trophy to become the highest-averaging batter in List A history, surpassing Michael Bevan. His average now stands at 57.87. Amid doubts over his form, Kohli has scored 584 runs in six 50-over matches and has become the fastest to 16,000 List A runs.
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Ashes 2025: Former England captain rips into MCG pitch after Boxing Day carnage
Former England captain Alastair Cook slammed the MCG pitch after a chaotic opening day saw all 20 wickets fall. He deemed it ot a great Test wicket, heavily favouring bowlers and making strokeplay a high-risk exercise. Despite acknowledging batting improvements needed, Cook felt conditions were unfair, with even Australia's Scott Boland proving unplayable at times.
Pragg, Giri or Nakamura? Rapport reveals pick for Candidates | Exclusive
Hungarian GM Richrd Rapport shared insights on the upcoming 2026 Candidates Tournament in Cyprus, saying experience will play a key role. He noted that veterans like Hikaru Nakamura and Fabiano Caruana may play tight games against each other, while decisive results often come against struggling players. Rapport added that lower-seeded players can still create surprises in the round-robin format.
