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Gavaskar praises Kohli, Rana despite India’s series defeat

19 Jan 2026 | 1:54 PM

Indore, Jan 19 (UNI) Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has praised Virat Kohli’s batting temperament, highlighting the star batter’s ability to adapt his game according to the situation rather than being bound by an expected playing style. .

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Himachal sub-junior boys rugby team heads to Odisha for national championship

19 Jan 2026 | 1:42 PM

Nahan, Jan 19 (UNI) The Himachal Pradesh Sub-Junior Boys Rugby Team has departed for Odisha to participate in the 10th Sub-Junior Boys National Rugby Championship, scheduled to be held from January 20 to 22 at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar.

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England cruise past Zimbabwe to stay unbeaten at Under-19 World Cup

19 Jan 2026 | 12:55 PM

Harare, Jan 19 (UNI) England strengthened their credentials as one of the early frontrunners at the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup after registering a comprehensive eight-wicket victory over Zimbabwe to make it two wins from two in Group C.

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Australia names Marsh-led squad for Pakistan T20 series

19 Jan 2026 | 12:02 PM

Sydney, Jan 19 (UNI) Australia will fine-tune its preparations for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup with a three-match T20I series against Pakistan in Lahore, starting January 29, with all fixtures scheduled at the Gaddafi Stadium.
The series comes at a time when Australia’s domestic season is reaching its climax, with the Big Bash League (BBL) finals underway. As a result, several players will link up with the national squad only after their respective BBL commitments conclude, as per the International Cricket Council (ICC) website.

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Afghanistan thrash West Indies to dominate Under-19 World Cup

19 Jan 2026 | 12:00 PM

Windhoek, Jan 19 (UNI) Afghanistan delivered a commanding all-round performance to register a resounding 138-run victory over the West Indies at the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup, stamping their authority in Group D with a display of discipline across batting, bowling and fielding in Namibia’s capital.

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De Minaur advances into AO second round

19 Jan 2026 | 11:45 AM

Bengaluru, Jan 19 (UNI) Australian star Alex de Minaur wasted no time in making his mark at the Australian Open, advancing to the second round with a commanding first-round victory over lucky loser Mackenzie McDonald.

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Jeong strike denies Stuttgart as union snatches late draw

19 Jan 2026 | 11:00 AM

Berlin, Jan 19 (UNI) Stuttgart was held 1-1 at home by union Berlin on Sunday as a late equalizer wiped out the host's second-half lead in the Bundesliga.
Stuttgart began matchday 18 on the back of two straight league wins and started brightly with aggressive pressing. Josha Vagnoman tested goalkeeper Frederik Ronnow inside seven minutes, but union settled and threatened through set pieces and direct play.

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Senegal wins second AFCON in dramatic final

19 Jan 2026 | 10:53 AM

Rabat, Jan 19 (UNI) Senegal clinched its second 'Africa Cup of Nations' title on Sunday, defeating host Morocco 1-0 after extra time in a dramatic final marred by controversy.

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Gauff kicks off AO with win over Rakhimova

19 Jan 2026 | 10:53 AM

Melbourne, Jan 19 (UNI) Two-time major champion Coco Gauff kicked off her quest for a maiden Australian Open title with a 6-2, 6-3 first-round victory over Kamilla Rakhimova at Rod Laver Arena on Monday.

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Real Sociedad beats Barcelona as La Liga title race tightens

19 Jan 2026 | 10:45 AM

Madrid, Jan 19 (UNI) Real Sociedad beat FC Barcelona 2-1 at home on Sunday, narrowing Barcelona’s lead at the top of La Liga to just one point following Real Madrid’s win the previous day.

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Villa stunned by Everton as derby drama reshapes league

19 Jan 2026 | 10:21 AM

London, Jan 19 (UNI) Aston Villa missed the chance to move second in the Premier League after a 1-0 home defeat to Everton on Sunday.

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Manisha Bhanvala leads Maharashtra Kesari to 6–3 win over Tiigers of Mumbai Dangals

19 Jan 2026 | 12:33 AM

Noida, Jan 18 (UNI): Manisha Bhanvala produced a dominant performance to headline Maharashtra Kesari’s emphatic 6–3 victory over Tiigers of Mumbai Dangals in Match 6 of the Pro Wrestling League 2026. Bhanvala’s explosive win by fall in the women’s 57kg category proved decisive in setting the tone as Maharashtra secured their first win of the season and the full two match points. Bhanvala was named Player of the Match, while Tiigers’ Mukul Dahiya earned Fighter of the Match for his high-impact showing.

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Gill lauds Reddy, Rana as India eye stable 2027 WC lineup

18 Jan 2026 | 11:12 PM

Indore, Jan 18 (UNI) Indian captain Shubman Gill on Sunday said the team is experimenting with combinations and giving young players opportunities as part of preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa.

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Virat Kohli extends record in bilateral ODI series deciders

18 Jan 2026 | 10:57 PM

Indore, Jan 18 (UNI) Virat Kohli once again showcased why he is the master of high-pressure chases, but India’s batting stalwart couldn’t prevent New Zealand from winning the third and final ODI by 41 runs to win the series 2-1 at the Holkar Cricket Stadium here.

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HIL: Lancers maintain unbeaten run with tie breaker win against Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons

18 Jan 2026 | 10:48 PM

Bhubaneshwar, Jan 18(UNI): Vedanta Kalinga Lancers maintained their unbeaten run in the Men’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL), registering a 4-1 penalty shootout win against Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons after the two teams were tied 1-1 at the end of regulation time at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium on Sunday.

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