Sports
Dive into the latest sports news and updates from Odisha, India, and around the globe. Covering cricket, football, athletics, and more, this section delivers real-time scores, match highlights, and in-depth analysis.
Jos Buttler Steps Down as England Captain Following Champions Trophy Exit
In a surprising turn of events, Jos Buttler has announced his resignation as captain of the England cricket team after their early exit from the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The...
Ultimate Table Tennis League Kicks Off in Ahmedabad this May
India’s premier table tennis league, Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT), is set to return for its sixth season from May 29 to June 15, 2025. For the first time, Ahmedabad will...
Chess Legend Boris Spassky Passes Away at 88
Boris Spassky, the renowned Russian grandmaster and former world chess champion, has died at the age of 88. The Russian Chess Federation confirmed his death, describing it as a "great...
Champions Trophy: Shubman Gill To Captain India? Rohit Sharma’s Fitness Raises Doubt
Shubman Gill may make his ODI captaincy debut in the last group-stage match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 against New Zealand in Dubai on Sunday as the Indian team...
Praggnanandhaa, Chithambaram Draw in First Round of Prague Masters
Indian Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa drew his first-round match against Czech hero David Navara at the Prague Masters. Compatriot Aravindh Chithambaram also managed a draw against local star Nguyen Thai Dai...
Kevin Pietersen Joins Delhi Capitals as Team Mentor for IPL 2025
Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen has been named the team mentor for Delhi Capitals ahead of the upcoming 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. This appointment marks Pietersen's first coaching...
Pakistan’s Champions Trophy Campaign Ends in Disappointment Due to Rain
Pakistan's Champions Trophy journey ended in disappointment as their final Group A game against Bangladesh was abandoned due to rain in Rawalpindi on Thursday, February 27. The 2017 champions concluded...
Diana Taurasi Retires After 20 Iconic WNBA Seasons
Diana Taurasi, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in women's basketball history, has announced her retirement after an illustrious 20-season career in the WNBA. Taurasi, the league's career...
Afghanistan Knocks England Out of Champions Trophy with Thrilling Win
Afghanistan pulled off a stunning eight-run victory over England in a must-win encounter at the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025, effectively ending England's hopes of securing a semi-finals spot. Azmatullah...
Indian Hockey Teams Shine in Bhubaneswar Leg of FIH Pro League
The Indian Men's and Women's Hockey teams showcased their prowess as the Bhubaneswar leg of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 came to an exhilarating close at the Kalinga Stadium....
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