AICF confirms new dates GM Abhijeet Gupta flags 2026 chess nationals snub (Photo by Amit Sharma) NEW DELHI: The All India Chess Federation (AICF) has officially announced new dates for the senior National Chess Championship, ensuring the event is held in 2026 rather than being pushed into 2027. The tournament will now take place from…
The PCB said it has taken “serious notice” of the participation of former Pakistan cricketers in the tournament. NEW DELHI: Several former Pakistan cricketers could face disciplinary action from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) after taking part in the Asian Legends League in Zambia without the required approval, according to ESPNcricinfo. More than a dozen…
Carlos Alcaraz’s troubled 2026 season has suffered another major setback after the Spaniard officially withdrew from the Cincinnati Open due to his lingering right wrist injury, casting fresh doubt over his chances of defending the US Open title later this month.The 23-year-old, who lifted the Cincinnati crown in 2025, confirmed on Tuesday (August 4) that…
Neeraj Chopra has opened up about the emotional journey behind his silver medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026, saying the achievement means much more than the distance he threw. The Olympic champion, who returned after battling multiple injuries, shared a heartfelt message on Instagram along with pictures and videos from Glasgow.The Indian javelin star said…
Former India batter Mohammad Kaif believes young opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should have made his international debut during the Ireland series instead of being introduced in England. Kaif feels the 15-year-old would have settled into international cricket better if he had got an opportunity in Ireland first.Sooryavanshi earned his maiden India call-up after an outstanding IPL…
Former England captain Ben Stokes has said he would like to coach the England team after retiring from the game. The former all-rounder said he is already working towards his coaching qualifications and wants to stay involved in cricket once his playing days are over.Stokes retired from international cricket in June during England’s Test series…
Savitha Shri will represent India at Women’s Chess Olympiad this year (Special Arrangements) NEW DELHI: The last time the Indian women’s team took part in the biennial Chess Olympiad, they won gold. The team consisted of Harika Dronavalli, Rameshbabu Vaishali, Divya Deshmukh, Vantika Agrawal, and Tania Sachdev. Two years have passed since that Budapest conquest,…
NEW DELHI: Before Yash Vir Singh walked up for his sixth and final throw in the men’s javelin final at Scotstoun Stadium, two voices stayed with him.One came from Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra.“You’re throwing well. Just keep it straight and believe in yourself. It’s your last throw, just make sure you don’t foul. You can…
TS Galaxy’s Sipho Maseti leaves fans stunned after handling the ball outside the area in stoppage time, apparently fooled by the extra markings on a dual-purpose pitchTS Galaxy goalkeeper Sipho Maseti produced one of the most bizarre moments of the new South African Premiership season after appearing to mistake a rugby field marking for the…
Glasgow: India’s Neeraj Chopra during the men’s javelin throw final at the Commonwealth Games 2026, in Glasgow, Scotland. Chopra wins the silver medal in this event. (PTI Photo/Ravi Choudhary)(PTI08_01_2026_000155B) New Delhi: India finished the 2026 Commonwealth Games with 39 medals to its name – 13 gold, 17 silver and nine bronze. It placed India in…
