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India Shatters Records with Unprecedented Gold Rush at Asian Shooting Championship

India made history at the 16th Asian Shooting Championship in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, securing a leading 50 gold medals. The senior team excelled in Olympic events, earning six gold, two silver, and three bronze medals, only behind China. Junior shooters also shone, contributing significantly to India's total of 99 medals, surpassing Kazakhstan and China in the overall standings.

Yuvraj Singh's Historic Six Sixes: How Lalit Modi Rewarded the Feat with a Porsche and Claimed the Bat

Lalit Modi, the IPL's founder, pledged a Porsche to any Indian cricketer hitting six sixes or taking six wickets in an over during the 2007 T20 World Cup. Yuvraj Singh famously achieved this feat against Stuart Broad, prompting Modi to fulfill his promise. Yuvraj received his Porsche, and Modi acquired the iconic bat, a cherished memento of that historic moment.

Davina Perrin's Century Blitz Propels Northern Superchargers to The Hundred Final

Courtesy Perrin's 43-ball knock, Superchargers posted a mammoth 214/5, the highest team total in the Women's Hundred

Dravid's Departure: Unpacking the Reasons Behind His Rajasthan Royals Exit

It may not necessarily be the fallout of the Sanju Samson fiasco, and may have been dictated by the IPL needs for quick fix solutions, instant success and points table

Chess Player's Rainy Day Defeat Goes Viral; Niemann & Giri React to Dedication

A video shows a Chinese man analysing his chess loss in the rain. Grandmaster Hans Niemann shared a similar experience. Anish Giri joked about his rain-free victory. Niemann criticised the American chess system, praising India's support for players. Divya Deshmukh received a Rs 3 crore prize for her chess achievements. Chess passion continues to inspire globally.

Pakistan to Compete in Junior Hockey World Cup in India After Asia Cup Withdrawal: Hockey India Confirms

Pakistan's junior hockey team will participate in the FIH Junior Men's Hockey World Cup 2025 in Tamil Nadu. This follows Pakistan's withdrawal from the Asia Cup due to security concerns. The World Cup will be held in Chennai and Madurai. India and Pakistan are in Pool B. New policies allow Indian participation in events with Pakistani athletes.

World Athletics VP: Neeraj Chopra Thrives Under Pressure, Tokyo Championships Will Be "Good Fight"

World Athletics Vice President Adille Sumariwalla supports Neeraj Chopra for the World Athletics Championships. He anticipates a strong showing from Chopra, despite a recent second-place finish. Sumariwalla expects a good competition between Chopra and Julian Weber. He also predicts India will improve upon its performance from the previous year's World Championships.

Duleep Trophy: Ankit Kumar, Yash Dhull Centuries Propel North Zone to Dominant Position Against East Zone on Day 3

Meanwhile, Central Zone extended their lead to 678 runs

Rahul Dravid Ends Rajasthan Royals Coaching Stint After One Season

The inaugural champions endured a forgettable 2025 season with Dravid at the helm, finishing ninth with just four wins

Asia Cup 2025 Schedule Revised: Matches Delayed to Mitigate Extreme UAE Heat

Instead of starting at 6 PM Local time, the day-night games will now begin at 6.30 PM local

Digvesh Rathi, Nitish Rana handed massive fines for fight, using obscene language in DPL 2025

The Delhi Premier League (DPL) penalized several players after a fiery Eliminator match between South Delhi Superstarz and West Delhi Lions. Nitish Rana, despite his match-winning century, was fined. Digvesh Rathi and Krish Yadav received hefty penalties for violating the Code of Conduct. Aman Bharti and Sumit Mathur were also fined for inappropriate behavior.

Suresh Raina snubs Shubman Gill and Sanju Samson, names surprise picks for India’s T20 openers

As India gears up for the 2026 T20 World Cup, Suresh Raina suggests a bold opening pair. With Kohli and Sharma potentially out, Raina backs youngsters like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhishek Sharma to lead the charge. He also mentioned Priyansh Arya, who impressed in his debut IPL season, could be a surprise package.

Rahul Dravid, Chandrakant Pandit and more: Full list of coach, player changes since IPL 2025

Following IPL 2025, Rajasthan Royals' head coach Rahul Dravid steps down after a long association, while Kolkata Knight Riders sees the departure of head coach Chandrakant Pandit and bowling coach Bharat Arun. Pandit, despite leading KKR to a title in 2024, exits after a challenging 2025 season, with Abhishek Nayar returning as assistant coach.

Watch: Pakistan team pays tribute as Rashid Khan mourns elder brother’s death

Afghanistan's cricket captain, Rashid Khan, faced a personal tragedy with the recent passing of his elder brother, Haji Abdul Halim Shinwari. Despite his grief, Rashid led his team in the ongoing tri-series in Sharjah, receiving heartfelt support from the cricketing community. The Pakistan team paid their respects, and condolences poured in from teammates and former captain Asghar Afghan.

Rahul Dravid steps down as Rajasthan Royals coach; refuses 'broader position' at IPL franchise

Rahul Dravid will conclude his tenure with the Rajasthan Royals ahead of IPL 2026, ending a long association as both player and coach. He initially joined in 2011, captained the team, and later mentored and coached, influencing many young cricketers. The Royals acknowledged his significant impact on the team's culture and values, expressing gratitude for his remarkable service.

Watch: Tempers run high! Nitish Rana and Dignesh Rathi nearly come to blows in fiery DPL clash

The Delhi Premier League Eliminator witnessed a heated clash between West Delhi Lionz and South Delhi Superstarz, highlighted by a near-brawl between Nitish Rana and Dignesh Singh Rathi. Rana's explosive unbeaten 134 propelled West Delhi to a thrilling victory, overshadowing South Delhi's earlier formidable score. The Lions now advance to Qualifier 2 after the dramatic win.

'Ek Bihari sab pe bhari': Suresh Raina tips 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi for India T20I debut

Suresh Raina predicts Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the young Rajasthan Royals' batting sensation, will soon join India's T20I team, praising his fearless approach and IPL 2025 performance, including a century against Gujarat Titans. Raina also acknowledged Ayush Mhatre's impressive performances for Chennai Super Kings and in youth Tests against England's U19 team, highlighting their potential.

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty assured of medal at World Championships; maintain India's 14-year streak

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty were assured of at least a bronze medal at the World Championships in Paris, overcoming their rivals Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik in a thrilling quarter-final match. The Indian duo displayed dominance, winning 21-12, 21-19, securing their place in the semifinals against China's Chen Bo Yang and Liu Yi. This victory marks India's continued success at the championships since 2011.

IPL: Why 'Slapgate' video stayed hidden for 17 years — Harsha Bhogle explains as Lalit Modi stirs row

Lalit Modi's revelation of unseen footage of the 2008 Harbhajan-Sreesanth 'slap-gate' has reignited the controversy. The incident, where Harbhajan slapped Sreesanth, was captured by Modi's security camera but never released. Harsha Bhogle explained the video was suppressed to protect the nascent IPL's image, a decision now drawing criticism despite the players' reconciliation.

RCB announce Rs 25 lakh each for families who lost members in Bengaluru stampede: 'Promise of compassion, unity and care'

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has launched 'RCB CARES' to support families of the eleven victims of the June 4th tragedy that occurred after their IPL victory parade. Each family will receive Rs 25 lakh as initial support. The franchise aims for long-term community support and fan engagement through this initiative.