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  Lovepreet Singh clinches weightlifting silver, Seema Kaliramna grabs bronze medal at CWG 2026

  July 31, 2026 9:52 IST

  The Indian contingent at the Commonwealth Games 2026 put in another good showing as Lovepreet Singh clinched a silver medal in the weightlifting event, with Seema Kaliramna grabbing the bronze medal in the women's discus throw final.

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  Commonwealth Games 2026: India medal tally, full list of winners in Glasgow

  August 02, 2026 1:04 IST

  India have won 15 medals at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, including three gold, nine silver and three bronze. Weightlifting, para athletics and athletics have powered the tally, with Mirabai Chanu, Sharmila Dhankar and other stars leading the campaign.

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  ICC announces 12 stadiums to host ODI World Cup 2027, reveals logo

  July 30, 2026 22:55 IST

  ICC has announced 12 venues for the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. The tournament will return to Africa after 24 years and feature a new three-stage format with 57 matches involving 14 teams.

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  UEFA issues statement, threatens to boycott all FIFA events following discussion of privatising WC

  July 30, 2026 21:51 IST

  UEFA and its 55 member associations have warned they could boycott FIFA tournaments if plans to sell stakes in World Cup and other competitions to private investors are approved. The move follows concerns over governance, consultation and the future control of football’s biggest events.

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  Indian football team to host Brazil in FIFA friendly match in Kolkata, AIFF confirms

  July 30, 2026 21:15 IST

  The AIFF has announced that India will face five-time world champions Brazil in an international friendly at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium on October 3. The marquee clash follows confirmation of two friendlies against New Zealand during the November FIFA window.

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  Two Pakistan players fined by ICC for inappropriate celebrations during first Test vs West Indies

  July 30, 2026 19:51 IST

  Pakistan bowlers Khurram Shahzad and Mohammad Abbas were penalised by the ICC for inappropriate celebrations during the first Test against West Indies. The sanctions came after Pakistan suffered a 90-run defeat and extended their away Test losing streak to eight matches.

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  Kohli calls Rahane 'favourite Test batting partner' after latter's retirement

  July 30, 2026 22:52 IST

  Virat Kohli hailed Ajinkya Rahane after the veteran batter announced his all-format retirement, calling him his “favourite Test batting partner”. Kohli praised Rahane’s contribution to Indian cricket and wished him well for the next chapter of his life.

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  Multiple LPL franchises make late changes to squad as playoffs race heats up

  July 30, 2026 17:46 IST

  Multiple Lanka Premier League franchises have reshuffled their squads amid injuries and national call-ups. Dambulla Sixers face playoff uncertainty after another defeat, while Colombo, Galle and Jaffna have all made key personnel changes ahead of the tournament's decisive phase.

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  Neeraj qualifies for Commonwealth Games javelin finals, two more Indians make it to next round

  July 30, 2026 16:11 IST

  India's Neeraj Chopra, Rohit Yadav and Yash Vir Singh qualified for the finals of the Commonwealth Games javelin final, scheduled to take place in the early hours of August 1. Neeraj finished fifth, while Rohit and Yash finished 9th and 10th, respectively.

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  England appoint Stephen Fleming as new Test coach, reveal new captain after Ben Stokes

  July 30, 2026 15:42 IST

  England have named Stephen Fleming as their new Test head coach, replacing Brendon McCullum, who will continue with the white-ball side. Former skipper Joe Root returns as Test captain after Ben Stokes, with England aiming to build on recent progress and develop young talent.

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  Saransh Jain reveals his conversation with India legend after maiden call-up to India's Test team

  July 30, 2026 14:45 IST

  All-rounder Saransh Jain took centre stage and talked about his conversations with former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh and how he helped him after Saransh's selection in the Indian Test team ahead of the Sri Lanka series.

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  Hockey India issues clarification on jersey row, defends colour change to saffron

  July 30, 2026 13:58 IST

  Hockey India took centre stage and issued a clarification on the jersey row around the Indian national hockey team after the jersey's official colour was changed from blue to orange ahead of the FIH World Cup.

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  Looking back at Ajinkya Rahane's finest performances after his retirement from all forms of cricket

  July 30, 2026 13:37 IST

  With 38-year-old Ajinkya Rahane announcing his retirement from all formats of the game, let us have a look at Rahane's top-five knocks from his international career as he calls time on his journey with Indian cricket.

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  Former India cricketer questions Team India's management over uncapped star's exclusion

  July 30, 2026 12:07 IST

  Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan took centre stage and questioned the Indian team's management over Auqib Nabi not being selected in the Test squad despite his brilliant performances in first-class cricket.

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  Ajinkya Rahane announces retirement from international cricket, shares heartfelt note for his fans

  July 30, 2026 10:41 IST

  Veteran India batter Ajinkya Rahane came forward and shared a heartfelt message for his fans, wherein he announced his retirement from international cricket. In the video message, Rahane talked about his journey to the top.

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  Stephen Fleming to take over as England's next Test head coach? Check what reports say

  July 30, 2026 10:06 IST

  Former New Zealand cricketer Stephen Fleming is being looked at by the ECB (England and Wales Cricket Board) as the new Test head coach of the side, according to reports after Brendon McCullum stepped down from his role.

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  Murali Sreeshankhar retains silver medal, puts in stellar show in long jump final in Glasgow

  July 30, 2026 9:05 IST

  India's Murali Sreeshankar put in a brilliant performance in the men's long jump final event at the Commonwealth Games 2026. He ended up finishing in second place behind Jamaica's Tayjay Gayle and won the silver medal.

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  Litton Das appointed Bangladesh's new ODI captain, Tamim Iqbal explains logic behind major change

  July 30, 2026 7:33 IST

  The BCB (Bangladesh Cricket Board) took centre stage and named Litton Das as their new ODI captain going forward, relieving Mehidy Hasan Miraz of his duties, and hoped to get the most out of the latter in the 50-over format going forward.

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  Dilip Gavit scripts history, clinches gold in men's 100m T47 at Commonwealth Games 2026

  July 30, 2026 6:52 IST

  In a historic moment, India's Dilip Gavit scripted history and clinched India's third gold medal at the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2026, registering a record time of 10.71 seconds in the men's 100m T47 race.

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  Jaismine Lamboria assures 10th boxing medal, helps India create history at Commonwealth Games 2026

  July 30, 2026 0:04 IST

  Jaismine Lamboria's assured medal takes India's medal tally in boxing to 10 at the Commonwealth Games 2026. This is now the most the nation has won in a single edition of the Commonwealth Games.

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  RCB creates history, becomes first IPL franchise to cross USD 300 million brand value

  July 29, 2026 21:40 IST

  Royal Challengers Bengaluru are the reigning two-time champions of the Indian Premier League, having won their titles in 2025 and 2026. They have achieved more glory off the field too, having become the first IPL franchise to cross the USD 300m mark.

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  5 shuttlers to watch out for in BWF World Championship 2026

  July 29, 2026 19:41 IST

  The BWF World Championships in New Delhi will be receiving attention from all across the world. An Se Young, Wang Zhiyi, Akane Yamaguchi, P.V. Sindhu and Chen Yufei are the five Women’s Singles Players to watch out for.

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  Suresh Raina compares India's old fielding culture with current struggles after 32 dropped catches

  July 29, 2026 19:24 IST

  India have dropped 32 catches across 19 T20Is since the 2026 T20 World Cup, prompting concern over declining fielding standards. As the team prepares for a coaching change, Suresh Raina has called for a return to the discipline and work ethic that once defined Indian fielding.

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  Arundhati, Sachin enter semifinals to confirm more medals for India at Commonwealth Games 2026

  July 29, 2026 23:42 IST

  Indian boxers have so far confirmed seven medals at the Commonwealth Games 2026 after Arundhati Choudhary and Sachin Siwach made their way into the semifinals in the Glasgow Games. The two have been guranteed of at least bronze medals.

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  Vaibhav Sooryavanshi named vice-captain as East Zone announce Duleep Trophy squad

  July 29, 2026 18:56 IST

  East Zone have announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming Duleep Trophy, starting August 23. Ishan Kishan will lead the side in the marquee tournament, while 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will serve as his deputy.

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  Sakshi Chaudhary confirms another medal for India in Commonwealth Games 2026

  July 29, 2026 17:22 IST

  Sakshi Chaudhary secured India's fifth assured boxing medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after defeating Northern Ireland's Caitlin Fryers 5-0 in the women's 51kg quarterfinal. The Indian boxer advanced to the semifinals, guaranteeing herself at least a bronze medal in Glasgow.

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  Australia opener's brother to play for European team, following Italy's footsteps

  July 29, 2026 16:34 IST

  Billy Konstas, elder brother of Australia opener Sam Konstas, has been named in Greece's squad for next month's European T20 World Cup qualifier in Finland. The move reflects Greece's push to recruit Australian players with Greek heritage as it targets a maiden appearance at the 2028 T20 World Cup.

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  Shubman Gill becomes number 1 ODI batter; Vaibhav Sooryavanshi jumps 230 positions in T20Is

  July 29, 2026 14:18 IST

  Shubman Gill has climbed to the top of the ICC ODI batting rankings after his performances against England, while 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi surged 230 places to 48th in the T20I standings. Ishan Kishan remains the No. 1 T20I batter, with India retaining the top team rankings in both formats.