Cricket, kabaddi, football and athletics from the southern states
Keralam Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan has assured international sporting achievers of timely financial support and suitable employment opportunities in the state, reaffirming the government’s commitment to strengthening sports and recognising athletes’ achievements.
Cycling enthusiasts in Hyderabad can gear up for the 2026 edition of the HCL Cyclothon, scheduled for November 15, with a total prize purse of ₹33.6 lakh. Registrations are open until October 31.
Hyderabad is hosting the second season of the Archery Premier League (APL) from October 8 to 18 at People’s Plaza on Necklace Road, bringing together 48 elite archers from India and overseas.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Thursday launched the ‘Dream Olympics 2036’ programme at a felicitation ceremony organised by the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) in Chennai, unveiling a long-term initiative to identify, train and support athletes aspiring to win medals at the 2036 Olympics.
Karnataka is planning a major expansion of cricket infrastructure in Kalaburagi, with 30 acres identified for a new cricket stadium and a parallel programme proposed to develop local players and cricket-related technical skills.
Vijayawada witnessed an energetic morning as runners came together for the Swachhathon 2026 10K Run, combining fitness, community participation and the message of cleanliness.
Former India cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has arrived in Hyderabad along with his wife, Sakshi Dhoni, reportedly to attend a private event in the city.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday announced the schedule for the 2027 Men’s Cricket World Cup, with South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia set to co-host the tournament from October 2 to November 21, 2027.
Few Indian sporting traditions have matched the consistency of the country's women’s 4x400-metre relay team at the Asian Games.
Andhra Pradesh archer Ganesh Mani Ratnam Thirumuru has struck gold at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026, helping India win the men’s compound team title in a thrilling final against China.
Telangana’s young archery star Chikitha Taniparthi has added another major achievement to her rapidly rising career, winning a gold medal in the women’s compound team event at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026.
Telugu cricketing talent Sree Charani has reached the pinnacle of women’s international T20 cricket, becoming the World No. 1-ranked T20I bowler and creating a new record in the ICC Women’s T20I Bowling Rankings.
India enjoyed a memorable day at the 2026 Asian Games, with shooter Neeru Dhanda making history by winning gold in the women’s individual trap event, while the women’s 4x400m relay team also secured gold.
Kerala Blasters FC has officially entered a new ownership era, with current owners Magnum Sports Private Limited agreeing to sell 100% of the club to UAE-based Al Fursan Sports Investment Group.
The inaugural season of the Women’s Andhra Premier League (WAPL) concluded with a grand closing and presentation ceremony, celebrating the performances and achievements of women cricketers from Andhra Pradesh.
Andhra Pradesh is set to explore measures to strengthen blind cricket in the State, with a focus on supporting players who have represented Andhra Pradesh and India and creating dedicated sporting infrastructure for visually impaired cricketers.
Indian batting star Virat Kohli created another landmark in his illustrious ODI career on Sunday, becoming only the second batter in history to reach 15,000 runs in One-Day Internationals.
NMDC has congratulated Army athlete Sawan Barwal on winning the silver medal in the men’s marathon at the 2026 Asian Games, describing the achievement as a proud moment for India and a reflection of the importance of sustained support for sporting talent.
The Wipro Bengaluru Marathon 2026 was held in Bengaluru on Sunday, September 27, bringing together runners for the annual road-running event.
Congress General Secretary and Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra met the family of Asian Games silver medallist Vidarsha Vinod at their residence in Thiruvambady, Wayanad.
Indian badminton star PV Sindhu produced a commanding performance to storm into the women’s singles quarterfinals at the 2026 Asian Games, defeating Japan’s Tomoka Miyazaki in straight games.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced Muthoot FinCorp Limited as the new title sponsor for India’s home cricket, with the partnership running until March 2028.
Indian pole vaulter Baranica Elangovan from Tamil Nadu created history at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026, winning bronze in the women’s pole vault and becoming the first Indian athlete to win an Asian Games medal in the event.
Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh met International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman Jay Shah in Ahmedabad and discussed plans to develop Andhra Pradesh into a major sports hub.