New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) As the Indian Men’s Team gets ready for the FIH Hockey World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands 2026, their 20-player squad combines seasoned players with up-and-coming talent. Notable young players aiming to stand out include goalkeeper Mohith HS, defender Yashdeep Siwach, and midfielders Rajinder Singh and Aditya Arjun Lalage, all of whom have showcased impressive performances and earned spots to Lalage, a 23-year-old attacking midfielder known for his pace and skil…
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New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) As India skipper Harmanpreet Singh is set for the rare distinction of leading team at the FIH World Cup twice, he expressed confidence that his side is ready to end the 50-year medal drought. Having claimed bronze (Barcelona 1971), silver (Amsterdam 1973) and gold (Kuala Lumpur 1975) in the first three editions of the FIH Hockey World Cup, it is remarkable that India – one of hockey’s undisputed powerhouse nations – have not returned to the podium in the five decade…
New Delhi, July 21 (IANS) Hockey India on Monday announced the 20-member men’s squad for the upcoming FIH World Cup Belgium & Netherlands to be held from August 15 to 30, with ace defender and drag-flicker Harmanpreet Singh leading the side. Veteran midfielder Manpreet Singh, India’s most-capped player, brings vast experience to a balanced squad comprising a blend of seasoned campaigners and exciting young talent. The goalkeeping department includes Mohith HS and Suraj Karkera, while the…
New Delhi, July 15 (IANS) With exactly one month to go before the FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium and Netherlands 2026 gets underway, Indian men’s hockey chief coach Craig Fulton says the squad has returned to camp refreshed and is steadily building intensity as preparations enter the decisive phase for the sport’s showpiece event.The World Cup, scheduled from August 15 to 30, will be a landmark edition, with the men’s and women’s tournaments being staged simultaneously for the first time at the sa…
New York, July 6 (IANS) Chung Mong-gyu resigned as president of the Korea Football Association on Monday as the fallout from South Korea’s disappointing World Cup campaign continued.Chung’s departure follows that of head coach Hong Myung-bo after South Korea failed to reach the knockout stage, finishing third in Group A with three points. South Korea defeated the Czech Republic but lost to Mexico and South Africa.Announcing his resignation, Chung acknowledged both the successes and failures of h…
New Delhi, June 24 (IANS) Cristiano Ronaldo made a strong comeback from the poor start in the FIFA World Cup 2026 and scored two crucial goals against Uzbekistan. The Portugal captain made history by becoming the first player to score in six different FIFA World Cups when he found the net against Uzbekistan at the 2026 tournament.While many celebrated the remarkable milestone, others were quick to dismiss it, arguing that the goal came against a lower-ranked opponent.But does that ‘weak oppositi…
London, June 10 (IANS) Tottenham Hotspur have announced that defender Ben Davies has signed a new contract with the club, extending his stay in north London and ensuring he will enter a remarkable 13th season in a Spurs shirt. One of the club’s longest-serving players, the 33-year-old Wales international has made 363 appearances for Tottenham since joining from Swansea City in 2014 and was part of the squad that lifted the UEFA Europa League title in 2025.“Tottenham Hotspur really feels like…
New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) As the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 gets set to begin in England and Wales on June 12, the tournament will not only showcase the next generation of stars but also celebrate a rare feat of longevity. From the inaugural edition in 2009 to the upcoming 10th instalment, women’s cricket has undergone a dramatic transformation. Professional contracts have expanded, crowds have grown, and the game’s global reach has widened significantly. Through every stage of that evolution…
New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) India will enter the tenth edition of the Women’s T20 World Cup in England and Wales on the back of winning the 50-over World Cup on home soil last year. The Harmanpreet Kaur-led side has a batting lineup capable of frightening any opponent, yet the bowling attack is still relatively inexperienced to excel in English conditions. India’s best finish in the Women’s T20 World Cup came in 2020 when they became runners-up after losing to Australia in the final at Melbourn…
New Delhi, June 7 (IANS) ICC chairman Jay Shah extended his best wishes to all 12 participating teams ahead of the start of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, describing the tournament as the biggest edition in the event’s history.Taking to X ahead of the tournament opener on June 12, Shah highlighted the scale of the competition, which will be hosted across England and Wales and feature a record 12 teams for the first time.”Wishing all 12 teams the very best for the biggest ICC Women’s @T20Wor…