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When the maidans disappear, where does the nation go to play?
As the country celebrates National Sports Day on Saturday, for youngsters to choose the playground over the PlayStation, there first needs to be a playground left to choose.
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Neeraj Chopra’s season over! Ligament tear rules him out of DL Final, Asian Games
Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra’s 2026 season has ended prematurely due to an ankle injury. He sustained the ligament tear during training after a season’s best throw. Chopra will now miss the Diamond League Final and the Asian Games. This setback comes as he felt he was regaining his competitive momentum. His focus is now on…
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‘How can this happen?’: Sky opens up on shock India snub after T20 WC triumph
Suryakumar Yadav expressed surprise after losing his T20 captaincy role. He had led India to T20 World Cup and Asia Cup victories. The selectors informed him it was time for the team to move forward. He accepted the decision, acknowledging the selectors’ prerogative. Suryakumar remains available for selection whenever the selectors deem it appropriate.
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BCCI stance on Sports Bill creates confusion within Board
State cricket associations find themselves perplexed as the BCCI navigates the National Sports Governance Act. The board asserts that its electoral procedures must reflect its constitution, challenging the government’s notice that allows for elections to be postponed until December 2026. This discord highlights key issues surrounding cooling-off periods for officials and conflict of interest regulations,…
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PCB’s Lord’s Test threat exposed? Sarfaraz Ahmed breaks silence amid controversy
Pakistan’s head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed stated players were unaware of a reported PCB threat. This controversy emerged during the lunch break on the first day. The interview featured Imran Khan’s sons discussing their father’s situation. Pakistan’s players returned to the field after lunch and the Test continued. England ended the second day in a strong…
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Hockey India rewards women’s team with Rs 50 lakh after historic World Cup finish
In a remarkable achievement, Hockey India has granted fifty lakh rupees to the women’s team following their impressive fifth-place finish in the World Cup, their best in fifty-two years. The team successfully defeated Germany in their concluding match and only faced one defeat during the tournament. This honor not only rewards their dedication but also…
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Chungreng Koren falls to Ryo Tajima in Road to UFC semifinal
Chungreng Koren’s Road to UFC campaign ended with a unanimous decision loss to Ryo Tajima in the bantamweight semifinal in Shanghai. Koren controlled large stretches of the contest and finished with more than eight minutes of control time, but Tajima stayed active with short punches and knees to sway the judges. The defeat ended Koren’s…
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From Anaya Bangar to Imane Khelif: The biggest transgender debates in sport
Anaya Bangar’s comeback in cricket reignites discussions on transgender athletes worldwide. The involvement of Laurel Hubbard in the Olympics represented a historic moment for diversity in sports. Lia Thomas’s NCAA victory sparked intense conversations about eligibility in collegiate athletics. Meanwhile, the case of Emily Bridges in cycling has catalyzed shifts in international policies.
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‘Treated with the dignity anyone deserves’: Cummins backs campaign for Imran Khan
Australian cricket captain Pat Cummins has thrown his weight behind a call for better medical treatment for Imran Khan amid growing concerns for Khan’s health since his incarceration in 2023. Former international cricket captains are uniting to demand humane care and judicial oversight for Khan. With an emphasis on dignity, Cummins envisions a future where…
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‘Test cricket needs character’: Gambhir’s message after India’s draw vs Sri Lanka
In a gripping Test series finale, India emerged victorious against Sri Lanka with a narrow 1-0 win. This triumph was characterized by Shubman Gill’s resilient team, exhibiting great mental fortitude. Sri Lanka’s Sonal Dinusha proved to be a formidable opponent, scoring two centuries and putting pressure on India’s bowlers in Colombo.