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Brahim Diaz issues apology to fans after missed penalty in AFCON final

Morocco's Brahim Diaz took to social media and issued an apology to his fans for missing the penalty against Senegal in the AFCON final. He also promised the fans that he would win their love back through his performances. New Delhi: The AFCON 2025-26 final quickly became one of the most controversial football games of all time. Senegal took on Morocco in the summit clash of the tournament, and the clash saw Senegal walk out of the game after Morocco was awarded a penalty in the dying stages of the game.  After Senegal returned to the ground, Morocco’s Brahim Diaz…

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‘Known for their strategy’: Ajinkya Rahane gives his take on New Zealand’s performance after ODI series win

Veteran India cricketer Ajinkya Rahane took centre stage and talked about the performance that New Zealand put in against team India in the three-game ODI series, defeating the Men in Blue in the second and third ODIs, clinching the series. New Delhi: The Indian team succumbed to a hefty loss against New Zealand in the ODI leg of the ongoing multi-format series between the two teams. The two teams faced off across three ODI matches, and after winning the first ODI, team India lost the second and third games of the series.  New Zealand performed exceptionally well in the series,…

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‘Really happy’: Smriti Mandhana opens up on her side’s performance after record breaking start to WPL season

Star Royal Challengers Bengaluru women skipper Smriti Mandhana came forward and talked about her side's performance against Gujarat Giants after they defeated them by 61 runs and registered their sixth straight win of the season. New Delhi: Game 12 of the ongoing WPL (Women’s Premier League) 2026 saw Royal Challengers Bengaluru women taking on Gujarat Giants. The two sides locked horns at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara on January 19. The game saw RCB women register a brilliant win, defeating Gujarat by 61 runs.  It is worth noting that RCB came in to bat first and posted a total of…

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19

Jan

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Novak Djokovic creates history, becomes first player to achieve major record with 100th win at Australian Open

Novak Djokovic registered his 100th win at the Australian Open after making light work of Spain's Pedro Martinez in the first-round clash in Melbourne. With his 100th win, Djokovic has created a never-seen-before record. New Delhi: Serb legend Novak Djokovic brushed aside the Pedro Martinez challenge as he registered a thumping win in the first round of the Australian Open 2026. In his quest for his record-breaking 25th Grand Slam, Djokovic won his opener in Melbourne 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 to win his 100th main draw match at the Australian Open. Djokovic has created history with his 100th win in Melbourne.…

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19

Jan

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RCB women create all-time WPL record, become first team to enter playoffs with win over GG

Royal Challengers Bengaluru have become the first team to qualify for the Women's Premier League 2026 playoffs after their strong win over Gujarat Giants in Vadodara. RCB women have created a historical record with their win. New Delhi: Royal Challengers Bengaluru women have created an all-time record in the Women's Premier League after defeating Gujarat Giants in their fifth match of the tournament.  Bengaluru put up a brilliant all-round performance in the first match of the season at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara as the tournament has now moved from Navi Mumbai. RCB maintained their strong run and registered their…

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Jan

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Saina Nehwal confirms retirement from competitive badminton, says ‘I thought it’s enough, can’t push anymore’

Saina Nehwal has been out of action for two years due to chronic knee pain. She has not played any official match since the Singapore Open 2023. Nehwal has confirmed her retirement from competitive badminton. New Delhi: India's iconic shuttler Saina Nehwal has confirmed her retirement from competitive badminton, saying that she can't push it anymore. The 2012 Olympics bronze medallist, Nehwal, has not played any official match since the 2023 Singapore Open and has been out of action due to a chronic knee condition.  "I had stopped playing two years back. I actually felt that I entered the sport…

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Jan

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Former Test cricketer becomes fourth Sri Lankan player to complete 1000 First-class wickets

Former Test cricketer Malinda Pushpakumara has achieved a huge milestone as he completed 1000 wickets in first-class cricket. He has become just the fourth player from his country to get to the milestone. New Delhi: Former Test cricketer Malinda Pushpakumara achieved a huge milestone in domestic cricket as he completed 1000 wickets in First-class cricket. Pushpakumara has become just the fourth Sri Lankan and third active player to have reached the milestone. The 38-year-old Pushpakumara, who last played for Sri Lanka in 2018, achieved the feat while playing for Badureliya Sports Club in their clash against Moors Sports Club in…

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19

Jan

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Shubman Gill to turn up for Punjab in Ranji Trophy after conclusion of ODI series against New Zealand

Shubman Gill has opted not to take a break after the completion of the ODI series between India and New Zealand. He is set to play for Punjab in their upcoming Ranji Trophy clash against Saurashtra. New Delhi: India ODI and Test captain Shubman Gill has decided against taking a rest following the conclusion of the ODI series against New Zealand. With several Indian players featuring in the T20I series against the Kiwis and with Gill not part of the T20Is, the 27-year-old has decided to play for Punjab in their next Ranji Trophy match, starting Thursday. Gill was not…

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Jan

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Virat Kohli shatters Ricky Ponting’s world record after breaking Tendulkar’s feat in IND vs NZ 3rd ODI

Virat Kohli played a jaw-dropping knock in the third ODI between India and New Zealand. En route to his 124 in Indore, he registered some massive milestones, including breaking a Ricky Ponting world record. New Delhi: India icon Virat Kohli continued his rich vein of form as he smashed a scintillating century in the third ODI against New Zealand at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore. Kohli almost pulled off a near impossible chase with only little help on offer with his stellar hundred that shattered a few records. The 37-year-old made 124 from 108 balls and carried India's hopes…

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Jan

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RCBW vs GGW WPL 2026 live score: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Giants Latest Match Updates, Scorecard, Teams

RCBW vs GGW WPL 2026 live score: Royal Challengers Bengaluru are riding high on confidence after winning four straight matches in the Women's Premier League 2026. They are taking on Gujarat Giants in their reverse fixture as the tournament heads to Vadodara. New Delhi: Undefeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru are taking on Gujarat Giants in their fifth match of the Women's Premier League 2026. The tournament now shifts to the second venue - the BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara, with the matches at Navi Mumbai coming to an end.  RCB are riding on a four-game winning streak this season, their best start to…

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