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Hayley Matthews smashed 182 runs to lead West Indies to a 99-run win against Zimbabwe in Harare. Her record-breaking score helped the team reach 299 for 6. Zimbabwe fell short at 200 as the bowlers took control. This victory gave West Indies a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli practiced at Greenfield Stadium as fans watched the superstars prepare for upcoming matches. The crowd filled the stands after tickets sold out in less than half an hour. Many people gathered to see the duo, who remain the last big names of the ODI format.
India A remains the favourite to beat Australia A on the final day in Puducherry. India A got all out for 199 in their second innings after a collapse. Australia A reached 55/2 at the close, needing 308 more runs to win. Todd Murphy took four wickets for the visitors.
Francesca Lollobrigida broke the Olympic record in the 3,000-metre speed skating event at the 2026 Winter Olympics on February 7, 2026. She finished in 3 minutes, 54.28 seconds, becoming the first Italian woman to win gold in the sport. After the race, she celebrated the historic win with her toddler.
The BCCI found a new title sponsor for bilateral cricket matches, starting with the ODI series against West Indies on September 27 in Thiruvananthapuram. The deal covers 35 matches at ₹4.85 crore each. Despite initial delays, board officials said many sponsors still see great value in Indian cricket’s massive reach.
Sanath Jayasuriya backed Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to play the 2027 ODI World Cup. Speaking in Gurugram, he said, "There are a lot of things to learn from experienced players for the youngsters." He feels their presence creates a good mix for India’s future success in global cricket tournaments.
India head coach Khalid Jamil dismissed Carlo Ancelotti’s recent remarks about Indian football culture. Jamil said, "I don't care. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion." He instead chose to focus on India's upcoming friendly match against Panama in Bengaluru this Thursday, where he plans to test both young and experienced players.
Indian gymnast Pranati Nayak finished sixth in the women's vault final at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on Thursday. She got an aggregate score of 13.100, which improved from her eighth-place finish at the 2023 Hangzhou edition. While Korean Yeo Seo-jeong won gold, India’s long wait for a gymnastics medal continues.
Devdutt Padikkal and Kumar Kushagra helped India-A set Australia-A a target of 363 runs on Thursday in the first unofficial Test at Puducherry. Padikkal scored 59 while Kushagra remained unbeaten on 46. Australia-A finished the day at 55 for two, needing 308 more runs to win on the final day.
India 'A' set Australia 'A' a 363-run target in the first unofficial Test after a mixed batting performance on Day 3. Devdutt Padikkal scored 59 and Kumar Kushagra added an unbeaten 46. Australia 'A' lost two wickets while chasing, as the hosts used the tricky pitch to their advantage.
Gurindervir Singh starts his Asian Games 100m campaign today alongside Animesh Kujur. The sprinter hopes for a sub-10 run after a tough season. “For me, the medal is the most important thing at the Asian Games,” he said. He worked hard on his physique and endurance to improve his recent race timings.
India beat Japan 37-20 in the women’s Kabaddi Group A match at the Asian Games on September 24, 2026. India got two all outs against the inexperienced Japanese side during the game. The team showed great control on the mat and kept a comfortable lead throughout the entire contest today.