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Spain’s World Cup-winning goalscorer Ferran Torres has credited his Catholic faith and devotion to the Virgin Mary for giving him strength on and off the pitch.

Mirabai Chanu wins India’s first gold at the 2026 Commonwealth Games with record-breaking lifts, securing her third consecutive CWG title.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Anahat Singh after she became the first Indian to win the World Junior Squash Championship title.

Sachin Siwach defeated Canada’s Keoma Al-Ahmadieh 4-1 to enter the round of 16 in boxing at the Commonwealth Games 2026.

Neeraj Chopra is in perfect physical shape ahead of CWG 2026, with India’s athletics team targeting a record medal haul in Glasgow.

English gymnast Gabriel Langton has been released from hospital after scans showed no serious injuries following his high bar fall at CWG 2026.

India could add up to five medals on CWG 2026 Day 4, with major medal chances in weightlifting, gymnastics and swimming events.

India eyes a strong Day 4 at CWG 2026 as Mirabai Chanu targets a third gold, with key action in boxing, lawn bowls and swimming.

India equalled their record for most 200-plus T20I totals in a year after posting 219/5 against Zimbabwe in the second T20I in Harare.

Sikandar Raza admits Zimbabwe’s fielding, shot selection and his own batting failures led to a 90-run defeat against India in the second T20I.

Ishan Kishan’s 81 powered India to a 90-run win over Zimbabwe as he credited a simple approach and self-belief for his match-winning knock.

India regained the No. 1 ICC T20I ranking after a dominant series win over Zimbabwe, powered by strong performances from Kishan and Tilak.

BCCI will review Team India’s recent performances and decide on Gautam Gambhir’s support staff after losses in Ireland and England.

BCCI is prioritising Hardik Pandya’s fitness for the 2027 World Cup, making his selection for bilateral series a secondary concern.

Team India is guiding Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to avoid distractions and focus on cricket, with senior players mentoring the 15-year-old talent.

BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla dismisses Rohit Sharma retirement rumours, saying there is “no question” of him stepping away.

Shreyas Iyer secured his first T20I win as captain, with Ramesh saying even a small victory feels big after a long losing streak.

Jhandu Kumar, India’s first CWG 2026 medalist, overcame polio and poverty to win bronze in para powerlifting.

India’s Day 3 schedule at the Commonwealth Games features swimmers, boxers, gymnasts and lawn bowls players in action across key events.

India defeated South Africa 2-0 in women’s lawn bowls pairs, securing their second consecutive win at the Commonwealth Games.