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All India Chess Federation launches player stipend scheme

A file image is used for representational purpose only. | Photo Credit: Reuters The All India Chess Federation (AICF) on Wednesday (June 25, 2025) announced the launch of the Top National Players Stipend Scheme (TNPSS), a financial support initiative to help in talent development. The project, championed by AICF President Nitin Narang, will seek to […]

Taylor Fritz vs Joao Fonseca: Lexus Eastbourne Open clash suspended due to darkness

The Lexus Eastbourne Open clash between top seed Taylor Fritz and young star Joao Fonseca got suspended due to darkness. The exciting second-round tennis match was stopped after each player won one set. Fritz begins on a high note Taylor Fritz, the top-ranked American, started strong, winning the first set 6-3 in just 26 minutes. […]

Rishabh Pant is reinventing batsmanship, reminds of Adam Gilchrist: Greg Chappell

Former Australia cricketer Greg Chappell has showered massive praise on India wicketkeeper batter Rishabh Pant, saying that he’s reinventing the game. Pant left fans on the edge of their seats with his audacious strokeplay during the first Test against England at Headingley, Leeds. The 25-year-old etched his name in the record books by slamming hundreds […]

Not Virat Kohli! Rohit Sharma credits this player for T20 World Cup title win: ‘That knock was a game changer’ | Cricket News

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma celebrating the victory in the T20 World Cup final over South Africa (Image by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) Rohit Sharma, who bid farewell to T20Is following India’s historic ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 title win, has opened up about the key player that paved the way for India’s triumph over […]

Harbour Diamonds beats Rarh Tigers, books semifinal berth

Harbour Diamonds rode on Abhishek Raman’s 15-ball 32 to beat Shrachi Rarh Tigers by 18 runs in a rain-affected Bengal Pro T20 League match at the Eden Gardens on Wednesday. The win helped the team seal a berth in the semifinals with 10 points from seven matches. The scores: Men: Harbour Diamonds 87/8 in 9 overs […]

2025 NBA Draft: Live streaming, date, time, top prospects, details about event and more

The 2025 NBA Draft is set to kick-start with a fresh wave of talent to the league. The 79th edition of this highly-anticipated event will be held over two nights. Here are all the details about the upcoming draft. When is the 2025 NBA Draft? The 2025 NBA Draft will begin on Wednesday, June 25, […]

IND vs ENG: India fast bowler released from squad ahead of second Test in Birmingham | Cricket News

India take on England (AP Photo) TimesofIndia.com in Leeds: India pacer Harshit Rana is released from the Test squad ahead of the second match of the five-Test series against England.The young speedster, who was called up as a precautionary measure, wasn’t spotted boarding the bus to Birmingham with rest of his teammates. India’s squad departed […]

Axiom-4 launch successful: Yuvraj Singh reacts to Shubhanshu Shukla’s historic milestone – ‘This is a moment we’ll …’ | Cricket News

Yuvraj Singh and Shubhanshu Shukla (Agency Photos) The successful launch of the Axiom-4 mission has ignited a wave of pride across India, with former cricketer Yuvraj Singh capturing the national sentiment in a heartfelt message. “As Group Captain Shukla lifted off into space, he carried with him not just the hopes of a nation, but […]

Simple and calm: Ben Stokes explains England’s mantra in big chases after Leeds win

Ben Stokes said that England’s mantra when it comes to big chases is to keep things simple and remain calm after the Leeds Test win. England took the lead in the series by chasing down 371 at Headingley. “When you’re chasing down totals like that, how you are in the dressing room is actually very […]

Nine-year-old Indian prodigy Aarit Kapil holds Carlsen to a draw in ‘Early Titled Tuesday’

File photo for representational purpose. | Photo Credit: REUTERS Nine-year-old Aarit Kapil from Delhi came close to defeating world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen before settling for a draw in the ‘Early Titled Tuesday’ chess tournament held on a leading online platform. Aarit, the runner-up at the recent Under-9 National Championship, matched the five-time world champion […]