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AP Para Athletes seek sport incentives after medal-winning performance at World Masters Sports Championship

15 Jun 2026 | 8:32 PM

Visakhapatnam, June 15 (UNI) Para athletes from Andhra Pradesh, who won multiple medals at the World Masters Sports Championship 2026, on Monday appealed to the state government to extend sports incentives to para sportspersons.

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India A lose after controversial tie call

15 Jun 2026 | 7:51 PM

Dambulla, June 15 (UNI) A controversial final-ball decision, a costly 10-run penalty and a disputed no-ball in the Super Over combined to overshadow an enthralling Tri-Nation A Series encounter as India A lost to Sri Lanka A after the fourth match ended in a tie at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium here on Monday.

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Asian Senior Fencing C'ships: India set to host 32 powerhouse nations in New Delhi from June 19

15 Jun 2026 | 7:50 PM

New Delhi, June 15 (UNI) India is officially ready to make sporting history as the nation prepares to host the highly anticipated Asian Senior Fencing Championships 2026 in the national capital from June 19 to 24 here at the iconic Bharat Mandapam.

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Lovlina, Preeti to lead India’s challenge at Grand Prix Usti nad Labem

15 Jun 2026 | 7:34 PM

New Delhi, June 15 (UNI) Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain and reigning Asian Championships gold medallist Preeti Pawar will spearhead India’s 12-member challenge at the Grand Prix Usti nad Labem in Czechia from June 17-21, as the country continues its preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

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Jemimah Rodrigues reveals what fuels India's World Cup & LA28 dream

15 Jun 2026 | 6:40 PM

Birmingham, June 15 (UNI) The Indian cricket team began its Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign with a 64-run victory over Pakistan at Edgbaston in Birmingham on Sunday.
While Jemimah Rodrigues did not have much of an impact with the bat, she remains one of the key figures in India’s squad at the ongoing Women’s T20 World Cup.
Last year, Rodrigues produced one of the most memorable innings in Indian cricket history, striking an unbeaten 127 against Australia in the Women's ODI World Cup semi-finals at the
DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.

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Mitrabha Guha tops regional qualifier to join India’s Chess contingent for Esports Nations Cup

15 Jun 2026 | 6:08 PM

Riyadh, June 15 (UNI) India’s Chess contingent for the Esports Nations Cup (ENC) 2026 is now complete, with Grandmaster Mitrabha Guha earning his place by topping the regional qualifier.

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Hot start for favourites on Day 1 of FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup

15 Jun 2026 | 5:51 PM

Auckland, June 15 (UNI) The FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup New Zealand 2026 got underway in Auckland with all eight teams in action on opening day.

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Deepti credits big-match mindset after historic five-for in T20 WC opener

15 Jun 2026 | 5:44 PM

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New Delhi, June 15 (UNI) Star all-rounder Deepti Sharma credited her ability to perform under pressure after producing a stunning spell to power India to a commanding 64-run victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in their opening Group A match of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in Birmingham on Sunday.

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Sweden manager Graham Potter hails Isak, Gyokeres partnership

15 Jun 2026 | 5:41 PM

Monterrey (Mexico), June 15 (UNI) Sweden manager Graham Potter praised the growing understanding between Liverpool's Alexander Isak and Arsenal's Viktor Gyokeres after both scored in a 5-1 World Cup Group F win over Tunisia on Sunday. .

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World Cup roundup: Germany, Sweden lead scoring spree

15 Jun 2026 | 5:31 PM

Monterrey (Mexico), June 15 (UNI) Germany and Sweden romped to emphatic wins as 19 goals were scored on a thrilling day of the FIFA World Cup on Sunday. .

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Japan gains confidence from the Netherlands draw, says coach Moriyasu

15 Jun 2026 | 5:24 PM

Dallas (United States), June 15 (UNI) Japan head coach Hajime Moriyasu said his team gained confidence from a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in their FIFA World Cup Group F opener on Sunday, while also admitting disappointment at failing to secure victory.
Japan came from behind twice to earn a point against one of the tournament favorites. "I am not satisfied with only one point, but I believe this point is worth more than a point," Moriyasu said.

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Ancelotti says Brazil just getting started

15 Jun 2026 | 5:18 PM

New Jersey (United States), June 15 (UNI) Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti sent a message of hope to the team's fans on Sunday, less than 24 hours after a 1-1 draw with Morocco in their World Cup Group C opener.
Ancelotti called for unity as Brazil prepares for its next match against Haiti in Philadelphia on June 19.

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Curacao coach Advocaat remains upbeat despite heavy World Cup defeat to Germany

15 Jun 2026 | 4:59 PM

Houston, June 15 (UNI) Curacao head coach Dick Advocaat urged his players to remain positive after their 7-1 loss to Germany in their opening Group E match at the FIFA World Cup on Sunday, saying qualification for the tournament itself was already a remarkable achievement for the Caribbean side.
Curacao briefly stunned its more illustrious opponent by drawing level at 1-1 midway through the first half after Livano Comenencia scored the team's first-ever goal at a World Cup finals.

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Germany's opening win boosts confidence, says coach Nagelsmann

15 Jun 2026 | 4:50 PM

Houston, June 15 (UNI) Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann said his side's emphatic 7-1 victory over Curacao in its opening Group E match at the FIFA World Cup on Sunday would provide a significant confidence boost as the four-time world champion pursues another deep .

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Yamal fit but set to begin World Cup opener on bench: De la Fuente

15 Jun 2026 | 4:39 PM

Atlanta (United States), June 15 (UNI) Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said star player Lamine Yamal "recovered well" but will not start in the team's first game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Cabo Verde on Monday.
Yamal has been sidelined since tearing his hamstring while scoring a penalty in Barcelona's La Liga game against Celta Vigo in April.
"He is in good condition, he recovered in time as we expected," De la Fuente told [Williams] press conference on Sunday.

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