--- title: "Sports News India, 29 Oct 2026: Top Stories | AllIndia.news" description: "Sports News India from Thursday 29 October 2026: the day's top sports stories from leading newsrooms, each linked to its source." url: "https://allindia.news/2026/10/29/sports/index.md" canonical: "https://allindia.news/2026/10/29/sports/" published: "2026-10-29T12:54:52+05:30" updated: "2026-10-29T23:50:25+05:30" section: "Sport" date: "2026-10-29" language: "en-IN" site: "AllIndia.news" --- # Sport: Thursday 29 October 2026 40 stories. Cite the publisher using original_url. ### Pakistani Human Rights Lawyer Imaan Mazari Sentenced To 10 Years In Prison In Case Linked To England Cricket Team Security - Source: NDTV Sports - Published: 29 October 2026, 23:37 IST (2026-10-29T23:37+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/a2eaaf5eb7aa - original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistani-human-rights-lawyer-imaan-mazari-sentenced-to-10-years-in-prison-in-case-linked-to-england-cricket-team-security-12254219#publisher=newsstand ### La Liga: Barcelona Seek Clasico Response As Atletico Eye Top Spot - Source: NDTV Sports - Published: 29 October 2026, 23:32 IST (2026-10-29T23:32+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/37b7c221c33c - original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/football/la-liga-barcelona-seek-clasico-response-as-atletico-eye-top-spot-12254806#publisher=newsstand Barcelona will look to recover from last weekend's Clasico defeat in the 11th round of La Liga matches. ### McCullum: Brook will have 'grown enormously' as captain after challenging tri-series - Source: ESPNcricinfo - Published: 29 October 2026, 23:24 IST (2026-10-29T23:24+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/559d57bcc9d7 - original_url: https://www.cricinfo.com/ci/content/story/1560631.html?ex_cid=OTC-RSS - Image: https://allindia.news/img/559d57bcc9d7-l.webp England show spirit in dead-rubber to leave Pakistan with first win in four attempts ### The Story Behind Anthony Edwards' Mother: Family Losses That Shaped His Life - Source: NDTV Sports - Published: 29 October 2026, 22:34 IST (2026-10-29T22:34+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/c4230a24a8a4 - original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/us/nba/the-story-behind-anthony-edwards-mother-family-losses-that-shaped-his-life-12255674#publisher=newsstand Learn how Anthony Edwards’ mother, grandmother, and the losses he faced at a young age shaped his life, strengthened his determination, and influenced his basketball journey. ### India Beats China 5-2 in Asian Champions Trophy Thriller - Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X) - Published: 29 October 2026, 21:20 IST (2026-10-29T21:20+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/dad882bcd5cf - original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2115832011663589479 India secured a 5-2 win over China in their second match of the Hero Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026 at Olympian Surjit Singh Hockey Stadium. ### Mirabai Chanu Withdraws From World Championships Due To Back Pain, Gyaneshwari Yadav Ends Eighth - Source: NDTV Sports - Published: 29 October 2026, 22:30 IST (2026-10-29T22:30+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/dac38e9ddec1 - original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/weightlifting/mirabai-chanu-withdraws-from-world-championships-due-to-back-pain-gyaneshwari-yadav-ends-eighth-12255472#publisher=newsstand Commonwealth Games silver medallist Gyaneshwari Yadav finished a creditable eighth in the women's 53kg event at the IWF World Championships on Thursday while star Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu withdrew from the competition due to a back issue. ### Australia Take Control Despite South Africa Fightback In Cape Town On Day 3 - Source: NDTV Sports - Published: 29 October 2026, 22:46 IST (2026-10-29T22:46+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/6ff7002b33f4 - original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/australia-take-control-despite-south-africa-fightback-in-cape-town-on-day-3-12255778#publisher=newsstand Nathan Lyon spun out Temba Bavuma five minutes before stumps to underline a big day for Australia against South Africa in their series-deciding third cricket test on Thursday. ### Ben Duckett's 167 Trumps Pavan Rathnayake's 118 As England Beat Sri Lanka - Source: NDTV Sports - Published: 29 October 2026, 22:40 IST (2026-10-29T22:40+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/4e2efec4150e - original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/england-outlast-sri-lanka-despite-rathnayakes-hundred-in-dead-rubber-12255729#publisher=newsstand Pavan Rathnayake's brilliant century went in vain as England stopped Sri Lanka from chasing a big 387 target, winning the dead rubber by 55 runs in Lahore on Thursday. ### Former Dortmund star Schmelzer cherishes the battles with Bayern Munich - Source: The Hindu - Published: 29 October 2026, 22:46 IST (2026-10-29T22:46+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/4eff23210738 - original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/former-dortmund-star-schmelzer-cherishes-the-battles-with-bayern-munich/article71641962.ece - Image: https://allindia.news/img/4eff23210738-l.webp ### ACT: India registers hard-fought victory over a spirited China - Source: The Hindu - Published: 29 October 2026, 22:39 IST (2026-10-29T22:39+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/08ff7deb164c - original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/hockey/act-india-registers-hard-fought-victory-over-a-spirited-china/article71642185.ece - Image: https://allindia.news/img/08ff7deb164c-l.webp Sukhjeet and skipper Harmanpreet score a brace each for the home team ### I don't need any assurances: Michael Carrick addresses Manchester United future amid mounting pressure - Source: Hindustan Times - Published: 29 October 2026, 22:02 IST (2026-10-29T22:02+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/80df7c13f765 - original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/football/i-dont-need-any-assurances-michael-carrick-addresses-manchester-united-future-amid-mounting-pressure-101793285937878.html - Image: https://allindia.news/img/80df7c13f765-l.webp The pressure is mounting on Carrick, with Man United winless in their last eight matches across all competitions. ### Kudiev avenges Asian Games defeat against Sujeet - Source: Hindustan Times - Published: 29 October 2026, 22:00 IST (2026-10-29T22:00+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/a33667ad687d - original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/others/kudiev-avenges-asian-games-defeat-against-sujeet-101793291156981.html - Image: https://allindia.news/img/a33667ad687d-l.webp After leading most of the bout, India’s Asian Games champion was pipped at the post following Kudiev’s challenge. ### Andhra’s bold move fails as Chhattisgarh triumphs - Source: The Hindu - Published: 29 October 2026, 22:19 IST (2026-10-29T22:19+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/036f511d623e - original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/andhras-bold-move-fails-as-chhattisgarh-triumphs/article71642116.ece - Image: https://allindia.news/img/036f511d623e-l.webp ### IOCL holds Indian Army, leaves its semifinal hopes hanging - Source: The Hindu - Published: 29 October 2026, 21:45 IST (2026-10-29T21:45+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/b0afbf469de6 - original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/iocl-holds-indian-army-leaves-its-semifinal-hopes-hanging/article71637097.ece - Image: https://allindia.news/img/b0afbf469de6-l.webp ### Manish Pandey included in the probables for Mushtaq Ali Trophy - Source: The Hindu - Published: 29 October 2026, 21:28 IST (2026-10-29T21:28+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/c8a4813d4c4e - original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/cricket/manish-pandey-included-in-the-probables-for-mushtaq-ali-trophy/article71641864.ece - Image: https://allindia.news/img/c8a4813d4c4e-l.webp ### November 1 races scheduled in Bengaluru cancelled - Source: The Hindu - Published: 29 October 2026, 20:14 IST (2026-10-29T20:14+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/ce0b58999b55 - original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/races/november-1-races-scheduled-in-bengaluru-cancelled/article71641416.ece - Image: https://allindia.news/img/ce0b58999b55-l.webp ### IPL Fans Buzz Over Hardik Pandya's Potential Move to CSK - Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X) - Published: 29 October 2026, 19:24 IST (2026-10-29T19:24+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/086617a2cc5f - original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2115802698239094857 Social media hums with talk of Mumbai Indians trading Hardik Pandya to Chennai Super Kings, fueled by reports claiming a deal is 90 percent done involving players like Shivam Dube. ### Ranji Trophy: Bengal completes a resounding win as Kerala capitulates - Source: The Hindu - Published: 29 October 2026, 20:47 IST (2026-10-29T20:47+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/895e11cb0720 - original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/bengal-completes-a-resounding-win-as-kerala-capitulates/article71640358.ece - Image: https://allindia.news/img/895e11cb0720-l.webp ### "Lacking Zip, Pace Slow": Bhuvneshwar Kumar's New Zealand Struggles Draw 1983 World Cup Winner's Concern - Source: NDTV Sports - Published: 29 October 2026, 20:26 IST (2026-10-29T20:26+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/88615a084c9e - original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/new-zealand-vs-india-2026-27/lacking-zip-pace-slow-bhuvneshwar-kumars-new-zealand-struggles-draw-1983-world-cup-winners-concern-12249713#publisher=newsstand When he was picked for the New Zealand tour, it was Bhuvneshwar Kumar's first call-up in almost four years ### WTT Feeder Chennai: Ankur star attraction as Indians hope to excel - Source: The Hindu - Published: 29 October 2026, 20:33 IST (2026-10-29T20:33+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/10e4a9ca1afc - original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport//article71641526.ece - Image: https://allindia.news/img/10e4a9ca1afc-l.webp Top seed Manav Thakkar (WR 49), G. Sathiyan (85) and Harmeet Desai (101) will be his main challengers. ### How Klay Thompson's Father Mychal Thompson Helped Prepare Him For NBA Career - Source: NDTV Sports - Published: 29 October 2026, 19:40 IST (2026-10-29T19:40+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/3cc12c501756 - original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/us/nba/how-klay-thompsons-father-mychal-thompson-helped-prepare-him-for-an-nba-career-12254872#publisher=newsstand Klay Thompson learned basketball from his father, Mychal Thompson, whose NBA experience helped guide his journey. ### Klinger happy with Giants’ purchases at WPL mini auction - Source: The Hindu - Published: 29 October 2026, 20:21 IST (2026-10-29T20:21+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/df7efe5355c1 - original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/cricket/klinger-happy-with-giants-purchases-at-wpl-mini-auction/article71641485.ece - Image: https://allindia.news/img/df7efe5355c1-l.webp ### Zimbabwe hand Tsiga and Masakesa debuts and bowl against Afghanistan - Source: ESPNcricinfo - Published: 29 October 2026, 20:18 IST (2026-10-29T20:18+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/226ad6c2dab9 - original_url: https://www.cricinfo.com/ci/content/story/1560601.html?ex_cid=OTC-RSS - Image: https://allindia.news/img/226ad6c2dab9-l.webp Afghanistan left out Farooqi and Noor to bring in Fareed and Abdollah Ahmadzai ### Kotian serves another reminder to the national selectors - Source: The Hindu - Published: 29 October 2026, 20:15 IST (2026-10-29T20:15+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/c548f05b0b0f - original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/cricket/kotian-serves-another-reminder-to-the-national-selectors/article71641421.ece - Image: https://allindia.news/img/c548f05b0b0f-l.webp The off-spinner comes up with his career-best career-best figures in Mumbai’s emphatic 10-wicket win over Haryana ### Sony Promo Spotlights Virat Kohli for India-New Zealand ODI Series - Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X) - Published: 29 October 2026, 18:58 IST (2026-10-29T18:58+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/4bbdd7a18b8a - original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2115796605421133940 Sony Sports Network's 45-second video hypes the five-match ODI series starting November 4 at Eden Park in Auckland, centering on Kohli's intensity with nods from Mitchell Santner and Ajinkya Rahane backing the 'RoKo' duo of Kohli and Rohit Sharma. ### Home sweet Keralam: Leader Adrian Luna on his uncertain loan spell and the return of Blasters’ beloved Manjappada - Source: The Hindu - Published: 29 October 2026, 18:49 IST (2026-10-29T18:49+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/c5dd37da9622 - original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/football/adrian-luna-kerala-blasters-return-loan-spell-manjappada-interview-ownership-change/article71640683.ece - Image: https://allindia.news/img/c5dd37da9622-l.webp In the time he’s been away from his KBFC, the State has added an ‘m’ to its name, the club has welcomed new owners from the UAE, and the Indian Super League, after a truncated and delayed season that led to Luna’s exit, is now run by its member clubs ### Hong Kong Sixes 2026 Trophy Unveiled with Captains from 12 Nations - Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X) - Published: 29 October 2026, 17:29 IST (2026-10-29T17:29+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/c25b5910e00b - original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2115774526948606113 The Hong Kong Sixes 2026 kicked off with a trophy unveiling, where defending champions Pakistan's captain Abbas Afridi joined leaders from 12 teams including India led by Krunal Pandya, Australia, England, and hosts Hong Kong. ### Rigorous training routine works wonders for Badoni - Source: The Hindu - Published: 29 October 2026, 19:17 IST (2026-10-29T19:17+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/95261f3c72b2 - original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/cricket/rigorous-training-routine-works-wonders-for-badoni/article71641044.ece - Image: https://allindia.news/img/95261f3c72b2-l.webp The Delhi captain notches up a second double hundred on the trot in the drawn encounter against Jharkhand; he says the dream is to play for India ### Stephen A Smith Takes Aim At Kevin O'Connell As The Undefeated Minnesota Vikings Still Hunt For A Quarterback Answer - Source: NDTV Sports - Published: 29 October 2026, 18:12 IST (2026-10-29T18:12+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/8eb1897fa501 - original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/us/nfl/stephen-a-smith-takes-aim-at-kevin-oconnell-as-the-undefeated-minnesota-vikings-still-hunt-for-a-quarterback-answer-12253828#publisher=newsstand The Minnesota Vikings are the NFL's lone unbeaten team, yet the quarterback debate will not die. ESPN's Stephen A. ### MCC-Murugappa Gold Cup: Indian Navy and Army seal semifinal spots - Source: The Hindu - Published: 29 October 2026, 19:13 IST (2026-10-29T19:13+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/bb63adbaedac - original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/hockey/mcc-murugappa-gold-cup-indian-navy-and-army-seal-semifinal-spots/article71640982.ece - Image: https://allindia.news/img/bb63adbaedac-l.webp ### Russell Wilson And Ciara Have Another Reason To Celebrate As Their Personal Lives Earn Special Recognition - Source: NDTV Sports - Published: 29 October 2026, 18:11 IST (2026-10-29T18:11+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/4966cfea0084 - original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/us/nfl/russell-wilson-and-ciara-have-another-reason-to-celebrate-as-their-personal-lives-earn-special-recognition-12254179#publisher=newsstand Russell Wilson and Ciara appear on the November philanthropy cover of Town & Country, sharing it with Tory Burch, Andrew Shue and Metropolitan Museum of Art donors. ### Another season, the same old Barcelona defensive problems - Source: Hindustan Times - Published: 29 October 2026, 18:40 IST (2026-10-29T18:40+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/9be2d993ba79 - original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/football/another-season-the-same-old-barcelona-defensive-problems-101793275751711.html - Image: https://allindia.news/img/9be2d993ba79-l.webp The 2-4 loss to PSG and then a nervy 1-2 defeat to Real Madrid exposed Barcelona's vulnerabilities that continue to hold them back on big occasions. ### India vs China LIVE Score, Asian Champions Trophy 2026 Hockey: India Eye Back-To-Back Wins, Take On China - Source: NDTV Sports - Published: 29 October 2026, 18:26 IST (2026-10-29T18:26+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/6be763bd859f - original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/hockey/india-vs-china-live-score-asian-champions-trophy-2026-hockey-live-updates-ind-vs-ban-results-goals-points-table-live-12253568#publisher=newsstand India vs China LIVE Score, Asian Champions Trophy 2026 Hockey: India men's hockey team is ready to face China in their second match of the ongoing Asian Championship Trophy 2026 on Thursday in Jalandhar. ### Ranji Trophy: Punjab emerges with better returns from drawn encounter - Source: The Hindu - Published: 29 October 2026, 17:58 IST (2026-10-29T17:58+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/7a354ec21e01 - original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/cricket/hyderabad-punjab-ranji-trophy-match-draw-gymkhana-vihaan-salil-milind-uday/article71640437.ece - Image: https://allindia.news/img/7a354ec21e01-l.webp Prahbhsimran and Saharan notch up half-centuries in the second essay; visitors pick up three points for taking the first innings honours while host Hyderabad has to rest content with one ### "I'm Frustrated": Erin Andrews Admits Green Bay Packers-Detroit Lions Halftime Report Left Her Rattled Despite Years Of Experience - Source: NDTV Sports - Published: 29 October 2026, 18:12 IST (2026-10-29T18:12+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/7c796f657516 - original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/us/nfl/im-frustrated-erin-andrews-admits-green-bay-packers-detroit-lions-halftime-report-left-her-rattled-despite-years-of-experience-12254328#publisher=newsstand Erin Andrews revealed how a long interview with Packers coach Matt LaFleur left her scrambling for injury updates before her halftime report. ### Pretty satisfied to contribute to the win: Shahbaz - Source: The Hindu - Published: 29 October 2026, 18:27 IST (2026-10-29T18:27+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/fac5a450d8b3 - original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/cricket/pretty-satisfied-to-contribute-to-the-win-shahbaz/article71640378.ece - Image: https://allindia.news/img/fac5a450d8b3-l.webp ### Lanning and Sutherland power Melbourne Stars to opening win - Source: ESPNcricinfo - Published: 29 October 2026, 18:02 IST (2026-10-29T18:02+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/60604f042efe - original_url: https://www.cricinfo.com/ci/content/story/1560588.html?ex_cid=OTC-RSS - Image: https://allindia.news/img/60604f042efe-l.webp Defending champions Hobart Hurricanes fell to defeat in their first game of the season ### Fans Compare Cricket and Baseball Skills in Lively Clips - Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X) - Published: 29 October 2026, 17:17 IST (2026-10-29T17:17+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/b49fe38f30c5 - original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2115625190298165602 The discussion highlights stark differences like baseball's tiny bat sweet spot and 95-mph breaking balls versus cricket's variable bounce and seam movement. Australian Travis Bazzana, a former cricket captain turned 2024 MLB No. ### Ranji Trophy: Kotian’s career-best show fashions Mumbai’s thumping win - Source: The Hindu - Published: 29 October 2026, 18:18 IST (2026-10-29T18:18+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/d663eda70c9b - original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/cricket/ranji-trophy-kotian-fashions-mumbais-thumping-win-with-career-best-figures/article71640656.ece - Image: https://allindia.news/img/d663eda70c9b-l.webp The offie claims eight for 81 to bowl out Haryana for 256; openers Saxena and Raghuvanshi overhaul the target of 97 inside 11 overs as the home team registers a bonus point victory for the third straight game ### Duckett 167 drives England to 386 for 5 in dead rubber - Source: ESPNcricinfo - Published: 29 October 2026, 17:52 IST (2026-10-29T17:52+05:30) - Section: Sport - Link: https://allindia.news/s/2113fb2db60e - original_url: https://www.cricinfo.com/ci/content/story/1560581.html?ex_cid=OTC-RSS - Image: https://allindia.news/img/2113fb2db60e-l.webp England post another big total, a week after run-fest in Rawalpindi