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MS Dhoni has thrown his weight behind Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s chances of playing the ODI World Cup in 2027, making it clear that age should never be a barrier as long as players continue to perform and stay fit.

Dhoni supports Sharma and Kohli's 2027 World Cup participation.

Age should not limit selection if players perform and stay fit.

Fitness and performance, not age, are key selection criteria.

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Age no bar if performance and fitness are intact: MS Dhoni on Rohit & Virat playing 2027 World Cup

New Delhi has secured the hosting rights for the Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship 2027, a continental event that will offer eight quota places for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) announced on February 3.

New Delhi to host Asian shooting championships in 2027, eight Olympic quotas at stake

Following Pakistan’s announcement, the International Cricket Council released a statement expressing concern over the decision. The ICC said it has taken note of the position adopted by the Pakistan government but is still awaiting formal communication from the PCB.

Pakistan to skip T20 World Cup 2026 match against India.

ICC warns Pakistan of negative impacts on global cricket.

Pakistan captain says boycott decision not from players.

ICC stresses fairness and equal opportunity in tournaments.

ICC urges PCB to consider long-term effects of boycott.

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ICC raises red flag over Pakistan’s decision to skip India match at T20 World Cup 2026

Pakistan on February 1, announced that it will boycott its high-profile men’s T20 World Cup group league match against India, even as the government cleared the national team’s participation in the rest of the ICC tournament beginning February 7.

Pakistan will not play against India in the T20 World Cup due to a political protest.

ICC warns Pakistan of potential sanctions for skipping the India match.

Financial losses from the missed India-Pakistan match could reach Rs 250 crore.

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Pakistan to boycott India match in Men’s T20 World Cup; ICC warns of sanctions

In a move that has raised eyebrows across the sporting world, the Bangladesh government has officially cleared it's shooting contingent to travel to New Delhi for the Asian Rifle and Pistol Championships. The decision comes just days after the administration cited "security concerns" to pull out of the 2026 T20 World Cup in India.

Bangladesh sends a two-member shooting team to Delhi despite cricket withdrawal.

Security concerns cited for cricket withdrawal don't apply to indoor shooting event.

Bangladesh's shooting participation seen as a step to normalise sporting ties with India.

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Shooting over cricket: Bangladesh clears Delhi trip for shooters despite T20 World Cup boycott

Delhi Dangal Warriors strengthened their semi-final push with a 6–3 win over Mumbai Dangals in PWL 2026, led by standout performances from Anastasiya Alpyeeva and captain Sujeet Kalkal. The league continues to boost wrestling’s popularity in India, driven by strong viewership and elite international stars.

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Delhi Dangal Warriors boost semi-final chances with 6–3 triumph over Mumbai Dangals

Indian football fans can mark their calendars, with the 2025–26 Indian Super League set to begin on February 14 in Kolkata, where Mohun Bagan will host Kerala Blasters, according to a tentative fixture list shared by the All-India Football Federation on Wednesday.

The 2025–26 Indian Super League starts on 14 February in Kolkata.

The league will feature 91 matches, ending on 17 May with simultaneous final matchday fixtures.

Kerala Blasters will play home matches at Kozhikode's EMS Stadium.

SC Delhi and Punjab FC will share New Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

Final venue confirmations await operational and broadcast arrangements.

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ISL 2025–26 gets February 14 kick off in Kolkata with Mohun Bagan vs Kerala Blasters 

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Meghalaya came from behind to secure a 2-2 draw against Services in the Santosh Trophy. The match highlighted Meghalaya's resilience and fighting spirit in a thrilling second-half comeback

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Meghalaya rally from two goals down to draw with Services in Santosh Trophy

The Professional Golf Tour of India’s (PGTI) ambitious team-format initiative, 72 The League, gained further momentum on Sunday with the announcement of a new Rajasthan-based team, reinforcing the league’s intent to take professional golf deeper into India’s sporting mainstream.

72 The League adds a Rajasthan-based team to expand its reach.

The league aims to mainstream golf in India with a franchise-led structure.

Each team will have ten players selected through an auction.

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PGTI’s ‘72 The League’ grows as Rajasthan joins India’s first Pro Golf Team League

Lumparing won their first Shillong Sports Association Women’s Football League title after a 3–1 victory over defending champions Laitkor in the 2025 final at the SSA Stadium, First Ground, Polo.

Meghalaya: Lumparing lift women’s football league title as Shulet seals historic win

India started their T20 World Cup campaign with a series win against New Zealand in Guwahati. This victory has raised team confidence ahead of the tournament

India head into T20 World Cup on a high after sealing T20I series against New Zealand in Guwahati

Guwahati Carnage: India humiliate New Zealand ahead of T20 World Cup

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has dropped Bangladesh from the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and inducted Scotland as a replacement after the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) refused to send its team to India citing security concerns, sources said.

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ICC replaces Bangladesh with Scotland in T20 World Cup

The 79th National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy is set to kick off with Assam hosting the prestigious tournament for the seventh time in its long and storied history. 

Assam set to host 79th Santosh Trophy as national football returns to the heartland

Meghalaya prepares to face tough competition in Santosh Trophy Group B with a balanced team. The squad aims to advance and make a mark in the national football tournament

Meghalaya target strong start as Santosh Trophy Group B campaign begins

In a major push to strengthen Assam’s sporting ecosystem, a high-performance training camp for athletes and coaches across seven disciplines has been launched in Guwahati under the initiative of the Department of Sports and Youth Welfare, Government of Assam, in collaboration with the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS).

High-performance training camps for athletes and coaches launched in Guwahati

Saikia said, “As of now, BCCI is not in the loop regarding any communication between the Bangladesh Cricket Board and the ICC, so we are totally unaware. Once we receive information, we will keep you updated.”

BCCI unaware of any talks to move Bangladesh's T20 World Cup matches.

Bangladesh's sports adviser claims 'no atmosphere to play' in India.

ICC's risk assessment rates India's security risk as low to moderate.

ICC continues to review security plans with all cricket boards.

Bangladesh's matches are scheduled in Kolkata and Mumbai in February.

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BCCI not in loop on Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup venue concerns, says Secretary Devajit Saikia

Meghalaya Cricket Association's new council aims to boost cricket infrastructure and grassroots development. The leadership pledges transparency and stronger collaboration with BCCI

New apex council takes charge at Meghalaya Cricket Association

Virat Kohli once again redefined longevity and consistency in international cricket by becoming the fastest batter to reach 28,000 international runs. The 37-year-old achieved the landmark in his 624th innings during the first One Day International against New Zealand in Vadodara on January 11, 2026, breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s long-standing record of 644 innings.

Kohli becomes fastest to 28,000 international runs, surpassing Tendulkar.

Kohli joins Tendulkar and Sangakkara in 28,000-run club.

Kohli overtakes Sangakkara, now second highest run scorer.

Kohli's career strike rate and average surpass Tendulkar's.

Kohli focuses on ODIs after retiring from Test cricket in 2025.

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Virat Kohli breaks Tendulkar’s record to become fastest to 28,000 International runs 

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The six-time world champion and Olympic bronze medallist said she decided to speak out after months of social media attacks and media reports that, she claimed, misrepresented her situation and questioned her character. 

Mary Kom reveals separation from husband since 2023.

Injury before 2022 Commonwealth Games was a turning point.

Kom alleges financial losses and betrayal of trust.

‘I was living a lie’: Mary Kom opens up on divorce and the darkest phase of her life

Taking direct aim at the current power structure, Haque said cricket administration has now fallen into inexperienced hands. “Now it has been hijacked completely. You have people who have never held a bat. In your case, you have Jay Shah, who has never even held a cricket bat in a competitive match,” he said, expressing alarm at the tone of public statements coming from within Bangladesh as well.

Haque criticizes politicians' dominance in South Asian cricket governance.

He contrasts current leaders with past experienced cricket administrators.

Haque warns against impulsive statements on international cricket events.

He links cricket issues to upcoming regional elections for political gain.

Haque suggests relocating Bangladesh matches to Sri Lanka for security.

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"Politicians have taken over Cricket, Jay Shah never played the game": Ex BCB secretary

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has rejected the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s (BCB) request to shift Bangladesh’s matches from India to Sri Lanka for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.

ICC denies BCB's request to move T20 World Cup matches to Sri Lanka.

BCB cites safety concerns for not wanting to play in India.

Bangladesh's participation in T20 World Cup is now uncertain.

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ICC rejects Bangladesh Cricket Board request to shift T20 World Cup 2026 matches out of India

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