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February 28, 2025 7:13 AM February 28, 2025 7:13 AM

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Bengaluru Open: Unseeded Indian duo Banthia-Somani storm into doubles semifinals

In the Bengaluru Open tennis, unseeded Indian duo Siddhant Banthia and Parikshit Somani stormed into the men's doubles semifinals with a dominant 7-5, 6-0 victory over Nicolas Mejia and Bernard Tomic. They will now face Australia's Blake Bayldon and Matthew Christopher Romios for a spot in the final...

February 27, 2025 5:38 PM February 27, 2025 5:38 PM

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ICC Men’s Champions Trophy: Pakistan-Bangladesh match called off due to rain

In the ICC Men's Champions Trophy, the match between hosts Pakistan and Bangladesh at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium was called off without a ball being bowled due to incessant rain. Hosting an ICC tournament for the first time in 29 years, Pakistan thus ended their disastrous campaign without regis...

February 27, 2025 8:27 AM February 27, 2025 8:27 AM

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German Open Super 300: Priyanshu, Kiran, Rakshitha, Unnati progress to 2nd Round

In the German Open Super 300 Badminton tournament, Priyanshu Rajawat, Kiran George, Rakshitha Ramraj and Unnati Hooda have progressed to the second round of men's and women's singles competition in Mulheim City.   Priyanshu Rajawat delivered a standout performance, defeating senior compatriot K...

February 27, 2025 8:03 AM February 27, 2025 8:03 AM

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Mumbai Indians defeat UP Warriorz by 8 Wickets in Women’s T20 Premier League

In Women's T20 Premier League Cricket, Mumbai Indians defeated UP Warriorz by 8 wickets at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru last night. Riding on Nat Sciver-Brunt's impressive 75 runs off 44 balls and Hayley Matthews's 59 off 50 balls, Mumbai Indians comfortably achieved the target of 143 runs in...

February 27, 2025 8:00 AM February 27, 2025 8:00 AM

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Afghanistan defeats England by 8 Runs, eliminates them from ICC Champions Trophy

In the ICC Men's Champions Trophy Cricket, Afghanistan defeated England by 8 runs at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore last night. With this defeat, the England team was eliminated from the tournament. Chasing a victory target of 326 runs set by Afghanistan, England were all out for 317 in 49.5 overs. Engla...

February 26, 2025 5:58 PM February 26, 2025 5:58 PM

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Six-member committee to review financial assistance to National Sports Federations

The government has constituted a six-member committee to revise the norms for providing financial assistance to National Sports Federations. According to the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, the committee will be headed by Joint Secretary (sports). The Ministry said after the Paris Olympics, a ...

February 26, 2025 1:18 PM February 26, 2025 1:18 PM

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Ranji trophy final: Kerala bowlers dominate early as Vidarbha reach 81/3 at lunch

The Ranji trophy final match between Kerela and Vidharbha is underway in in Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur. On Day 1 Kerala's bowlers made a strong start leaving Vidarbha at 81 for three at lunch. MD Nidheesh took two wickets, and Eden Apple Tom claimed one as Vidarbha found themselv...

February 26, 2025 1:19 PM February 26, 2025 1:19 PM

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Koneru Humpy stages comeback, claims crucial win in Monaco Women’s Grand Prix

In Chess, Indian grandmaster Koneru Humpy made a thrilling comeback in the seventh round in Monaco Women’s Grand Prix following her defeat in round 6. Humpy secured a crucial victory over Sarasadat Khadem of Spain, boosting her standing in the tournament. With the win, she remains joint second in th...

February 26, 2025 9:46 AM February 26, 2025 9:46 AM

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Bengaluru FC secures playoff spot with 1-0 win over Chennaiyin FC in ISL 2024-25

In the Indian Super League (ISL) Football, Bengaluru FC edged past Chennaiyin FC 1-NIL at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru last night. With this victory, the hosts secured a spot in the ISL 2024-25 playoffs. Rahul Bheke’s lone goal sealed the win, strengthening Bengaluru's hold on third plac...

February 26, 2025 9:29 AM February 26, 2025 9:29 AM

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India set to face Maldives in SABA Women’s Basketball Championship 2025

In basketball, the Indian women's team will lock horns with Maldives in the South Asia Basketball Association Women’s Championship 2025 final at the KD Jadhav Indoor Stadium in New Delhi today. The Indian women's team, unbeaten in the tournament, advanced to the final after dominating the Maldives 1...