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Hockey India honours legends, stars at 7th Annual Awards 2024

New Delhi, Mar 15 (UNI) The Hockey India 7th Annual Awards 2024 brought together the Indian hockey fraternity in the national capital on Saturday as the apex body celebrated the country’s finest hockey stars, officials, and legends who have made immense contributions to the sport.
This year’s ceremony held special significance as it coincided with the centenary of Indian hockey and the golden jubilee of India’s historic 1975 World Cup triumph. In recognition of this milestone, Hockey India felicitated members of the victorious 1975 World Cup squad with the Hockey India Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award, along with a cash prize of Rs 50 lakh.
The evening, marked by a record prize pool of Rs 12 crore, the highest ever in the event’s history, saw the recognition of top players, teams, and contributors to the sport.
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Malajczuk smashes fastest U19 WC century as Australia rout Japan

20 Jan 2026 | 11:41 PM

Windhoek, Jan 20 (UNI) Australia’s batting sensation Will Malajczuk smashed the fastest century in ICC U19 World Cup history as his side thrashed Japan by eight wickets with more than 20 overs to spare.

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UK defends Chagos deal after Trump's "great stupidity" accusation

20 Jan 2026 | 11:18 PM

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Delhi Capitals script 7-wicket win over Mumbai Indians

20 Jan 2026 | 11:17 PM

Vadodara, Jan 20 (UNI) Delhi Capitals Women defeated Mumbai Indians Women by seven wickets in the 13th match of the Women's Premier League 2026 at BCA Stadium here.

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IND vs NZ: Captain Suryakumar Yadav prefers Ishan Kishan over Shreyas Iyer

20 Jan 2026 | 11:10 PM

Nagpur, Jan 20 (UNI) India T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav on Tuesday indicated that Ishan Kishan will be preferred over Shreyas Iyer for the No. 3 batting position in the upcoming T20 International against New Zealand, citing team balance and future planning.

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