Sports

Balaji advances in men’s doubles, Bhambri exits mixed doubles at Australian Open

22 Jan 2026 | 4:46 PM

Melbourne, Jan 22 (UNI) India shuttler N Sriram Balaji advanced to the second round of the men’s doubles at the Australian Open 2026, while India’s Yuki Bhambri suffered a first-round exit in the mixed doubles event on Thursday.

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IGPL legend Golfers and Leander Paes launch grassroots mentorship program to train India's next Golf champions

IGPL legend Golfers and Leander Paes launch grassroots mentorship program to train India's next Golf champions

22 Jan 2026 | 4:42 PM

New Delhi, Jan 22(UNI): The Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL), in association with the Indian Golf union (IGU), the Professional Golfers' Association of India (PGAI), and The Golf Foundation (TGF) on Thursday unveiled the ‘Golf Growth Initiative,’ a landmark program designed to build the next generation of Indian golfers.

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Swiatek powers into Australian Open 3rd round

22 Jan 2026 | 3:35 PM

Melbourne, Jan. 22 (UNI) World No. 2 Iga Swiatek's hunt for an elusive Australian Open title gained steam on Thursday after a crushing straight-sets victory over Marie Bouzkova in the second round.
Opening the night session at John Cain Arena, Swiatek hit 31 winners in her commanding 6-2, 6-3 win in one hour and 19 minutes.

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Men’s HIL Qualifier 1: Spot in Final on Line as Vedanta Kalinga Lancers Face Ranchi Royals

22 Jan 2026 | 3:02 PM

Bhubaneswar, Jan 22 (UNI) The stage is set for a thrilling encounter in the Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2025–26 as Vedanta Kalinga Lancers will take on the Ranchi Royals in Qualifier 1
at the iconic Kalinga Hockey Stadium on January 23.

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Rashid, Nabi motivating Afghanistan at Under-19 World Cup

22 Jan 2026 | 2:54 PM

Harare, Jan 22 (UNI) In-form bowler Wahidullah Zadran has revealed the level of support his side
is receiving from Afghanistan's senior side at the ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup.

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Former India defender & East Bengal captain Ilyas Pasha passes away

22 Jan 2026 | 2:47 PM

Kolkata, Jan 22 (UNI) Former India defender and East Bengal captain Ilyas Pasha passed away here on Thursday after a prolonged illness.

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Abhishek Sharma in spotlight as India face NZ in 2nd T20I

22 Jan 2026 | 2:28 PM

Raipur, Jan 22 (UNI) India’s Abhishek Sharma is already making headlines after his explosive 35-ball 84 in the first T20I against New Zealand, and all eyes will be on him again as the two sides clash in the second match of the five-match series at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium here on Friday at 7:00 PM IST.

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PM Sansad Khel Mahotsav 2025-26 launched at LB stadium in Hyderabad

22 Jan 2026 | 1:56 PM

Hyderabad, Jan 22 (UNI) Intending to promote a strong sports culture across the country, the PM Sansad Khel Mahotsav 2025-26 was inaugurated grandly at LB Stadium in Hyderabad on Thursday.

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Tendulkar hails Saina Nehwal’s legacy following badminton retirement

22 Jan 2026 | 1:34 PM

New Delhi, Jan 22 (UNI) Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar paid tribute to Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal following her retirement from competitive badminton, lauding her for taking Indian badminton to the global stage and eventually inspiring generations of young athletes. .

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Abhishek Sharma reveals secrets behind his T20I batting form

22 Jan 2026 | 1:27 PM

Nagpur, Jan 22 (UNI) India’s top-ranked T20I batter Abhishek Sharma has outlined the approach behind his "rich vein of form" in the shortest format, just weeks ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
The 25-year-old underlined his credentials with a Player of the Match performance in the opening T20I against New Zealand in Nagpur on Wednesday, blasting 84 off just 35 balls in India’s 48-run win. Abhishek’s innings, studded with eight sixes, powered India to a commanding 238/7 after being sent in to bat.

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Gavaskar praises Varun’s confidence in India’s T20I win

22 Jan 2026 | 12:45 PM

Nagpur, Jan 22 (UNI) Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar praised Varun Chakravarthy’s composure and body language following India’s win over New Zealand in the first T20I in Nagpur, saying the mystery spinner’s growing confidence was a key positive for the hosts. .

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Djokovic cruises past Maestrelli to reach Australian Open third round

22 Jan 2026 | 12:39 PM

Melbourne, Jan 22 (UNI) Novak Djokovic advanced to the third round of the 2026 Australian Open with a commanding straight-sets victory over Italy’s Francesco Maestrelli at Rod Laver Arena on Thursday.

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Mudgway wins Stage 2, extends overall lead at Pune Grand Tour

22 Jan 2026 | 11:43 AM

Pune, Jan 22 (UNI) Luke Mudgway of Li Ning Star (China) continued his dominant run at the Pune Grand Tour 2026, winning Stage 2 on Wednesday to retain the overall cycling race lead after a gruelling 105.3km Maratha Heritage Circuit.

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Cameroonian striker Arnold Garita joins China League One side

22 Jan 2026 | 10:55 AM

Jerusalem, Jan 22 (UNI) Cameroonian striker Arnold Garita has left Israeli State Cup holder Hapoel Be'er Sheva for China League One side Shenzhen Juniors, the clubs and the player confirmed on Wednesday.
The 30-year-old began his career in France, playing for Chateauroux, Dunkerque, Boulogne, Villefranche, and Bourg-en-Bresse, and also had a brief spell in England with Plymouth Argyle.

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