Sports

Rajasthan to organise 'Khelo Rajasthan' in 2026

03 Dec 2025 | 4:25 PM

Jaipur, Dec 3(UNI) In a major push to sports in Rajasthan, the state government will be organising the 'Khelo Rajasthan' in 2026 with focus on rural talent.
Speaking to UNI on the sidelines of the ongoing Khelo India University Games 2025 (KIUG) at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here on Tuesday, Secretary of the Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of Rajasthan, Dr. Neeraj K. Pawan said the target is to bring sports culture to the remotest villages.

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Leverkusen secures DFB Cup QF berth after beating Dortmund

03 Dec 2025 | 4:12 PM

Berlin, Dec 3 (UNI) Bayer Leverkusen advanced to the DFB Cup quarterfinals with a disciplined 1-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund, surviving late pressure in a tactically charged contest.

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Star-studded entertainment line-up announced for Final Draw for FIFA World Cup 2026

03 Dec 2025 | 3:26 PM

Zurich (Switzerland), Dec 3 (UNI) FIFA on Wednesday unveiled the world-class entertainment line-up for the show to be held for the Final Draw for the FIFA World Cup 2026, which is set to take place at the historic John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington DC at 12:00 ET (18:00 CET) on December 5.

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Virat Kohli climbs to fourth in ICC ODI batting rankings after Ranchi century

03 Dec 2025 | 3:20 PM

Dubai, Dec 3 (UNI) India star Virat Kohli has moved up to fourth place in the latest ICC Men’s Player Rankings for ODI batters following his match-winning century against South Africa in Ranchi. The innings helped India secure a crucial victory and brought Kohli closer to the top spot among the world’s leading ODI batsmen.

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England defeat Ghana in women's friendly

03 Dec 2025 | 1:47 PM

Accra, Dec 3 (UNI) A goal in each half gave the Lionesses of England a 2-0 victory over Ghana's women's national team, the Black Queens, in an international friendly in Southampton, Britain, on Tuesday night.

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South Africa opt to bowl in Second ODI against India

03 Dec 2025 | 1:28 PM

Raipur, Dec 3 (UNI) South Africa won the toss and elected to bowl in the second One Day International (ODI) against India here on Wednesday. The decision comes as dew is expected to play a major role later in the match, potentially making batting easier in the second innings.

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Harshit Rana sanctioned for breaching ICC Code of Conduct

03 Dec 2025 | 1:02 PM

Dubai, Dec 3 (UNI) Indian pacer Harshit Rana has been handed an official reprimand for an incident involving South Africa batter Dewald Brevis during the first ODI in Ranchi, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Wednesday.

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Gayatri-Treesa claim Syed Modi title, cap inspiring comeback season

03 Dec 2025 | 12:58 PM

Lucknow, Dec 3 (UNI) India’s women’s doubles pair Gayatri Gopichand and Treesa Jolly underlined their growing stature on the international circuit with a title win at the Syed Modi International 2025, marking their third BWF World Tour crown as a team, a notable achievement for the 22-year-old duo.

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ITA Foundation Board appoints new Chair Jacques Antenen

03 Dec 2025 | 12:08 PM

Geneva, Dec 3 (UNI) The International Testing Agency (ITA) has announced the appointment of Jacques Antenen as the new Chair of the ITA Foundation Board, succeeding inaugural Chair Dr. Valerie Fourneyron.

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Spain dominate Germany to retain UEFA Women’s Nations League title

03 Dec 2025 | 11:27 AM

Madrid, Dec 3 (UNI) The Spanish women's team produced an impressive display to retain the UEFA Women's Nations League title with a convincing 3-0 victory over Germany.

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Barcelona moves four points clear after Atletico Madrid win

03 Dec 2025 | 10:57 AM

Madrid, Dec 3 (UNI) FC Barcelona beat Atletico Madrid 3-1 to move four points clear at the top of La Liga.

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Tigres’ Pizarro vows aggressive approach in semifinal versus Cruz Azul

03 Dec 2025 | 10:44 AM

Mexico City, Dec 3 (UNI) Tigres UANL manager Guido Pizarro said his team will seek to take the initiative against Cruz Azul when the clubs meet in the first leg of their Liga MX Apertura semifinal.

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F1: Hadjar replaces Tsunoda at Red Bull, Lindblad promoted to Racing Bulls

03 Dec 2025 | 10:25 AM

Beijing, Dec 3 (UNI) Isack Hadjar will replace Yuki Tsunoda as Red Bull's second driver in 2026, with Arvid Lindblad to make his Formula 1 debut by taking Hadjar's seat at Racing Bulls, Red Bull announced on Tuesday.

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(REOPEN) SPORTS HOCKEY JR WORLD CUP LEAD TWO LAST CHENNAI

03 Dec 2025 | 12:01 AM

In other matches held in Chennai and Madurai, six pool toppers: Germany, India, Argentina, Spain,
Netherlands, France and two best second-placed teams New Zealand and Belgium entered the last
eight stage.

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India thumps Swiss 5-0, to meet Belgium in Jr World Cup Hockey quarters

02 Dec 2025 | 11:53 PM

Chennai, Dec 2 (UNI) India eased their way into the quarterfinals of the Hockey Men's Junior World Cup
tonight with a 5-0 win over Switzer;and to maintain a clean slate in Group B and would meet Belgium
in the quarterfinals on December five.

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