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.
Sabalenka and Zverev Advance to Australian Open Semi-Finals in Scorching Heat
Aryna Sabalenka and Alexander Zverev battled extreme conditions to secure their places in the Australian Open semi-finals. World number one Sabalenka tamed 18-year-old American Iva Jovic 6-3, 6-0 in searing...
Italy Stuns Ireland to Record First Win Over Test-Playing Nation
Italy scripted history in Dubai by defeating Ireland in the third T20I to record their first-ever victory over a Test-playing nation. The Azzurri chased down 155 with four wickets in...
Elina Svitolina Stuns Coco Gauff to Reach Australian Open Semis
Elina Svitolina produced one of the biggest shocks of the Australian Open by dismantling Coco Gauff in straight sets to reach her first-ever semi-final in Melbourne. The Ukrainian 12th seed...
PCB to take final call by Friday or Monday; ICC considers Bangladesh as replacement if Pakistan withdraws
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has kept Bangladesh on standby amid growing uncertainty over Pakistan’s participation in the T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to begin next month. The situation follows...
Vedanta Kalinga Lancers Clinch Men’s Hero Hockey India League Title After 3–2 Win Over Ranchi Royals
Vedanta Kalinga Lancers delivered a memorable performance in front of their home supporters, defeating Ranchi Royals 3–2 in a thrilling Final to win the Men’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL)...
Pakistan Unlikely to Boycott T20 World Cup or India Match as ICC Agreement Limits PCB Options: Report
Pakistan is unlikely to boycott the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup or its high-profile group-stage clash against India, despite recent threats and internal discussions, according to media reports. Developments...
Ranchi Royals sail into Hero Hockey India League 2026 final with 3-2 win against Hyderabad Toofans
Ranchi Royals registered a sensational 3-2 win against Hyderabad Toofans in Qualifier 2 of the Hero Hockey India League 2026 (Men) here at the iconic Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar....
India Blitz New Zealand in 10 Overs to Complete 3-0 T20 Whitewash
India delivered a breathtaking performance to thrash New Zealand by 8 wickets in the third and final T20I at Barsapara Stadium, completing a commanding 3-0 series whitewash. After winning the...
ICC Unhappy With PCB Chief Mohsin Naqvi’s Support for Bangladesh, Threatens Pakistan With Sanctions and Asia Cup Ban: Report
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has reportedly expressed strong displeasure over Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi’s public support for Bangladesh amid the ongoing controversy surrounding the ICC Men’s...
Scotland Replaces Bangladesh in T20 World Cup 2026
Bangladesh withdrew from the T20 World Cup 2026 after citing unresolved security concerns, and the ICC confirmed Scotland as their replacement. The ICC convened a meeting in Dubai led by...
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