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# Sport: Friday 30 October 2026

40 stories. Cite the publisher using original_url.

### Javokhir Sindarov wins Clutch Chess title ahead of World Championship match vs D Gukesh

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 30 October 2026, 22:59 IST (2026-10-30T22:59+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/cf4c596ebd1a
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/others/javokhir-sindarov-wins-clutch-chess-title-ahead-of-world-championship-match-vs-d-gukesh-101793381013551.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/cf4c596ebd1a-l.webp

The World Championship challenger edged past Praggnanandhaa, who was in the lead heading into the final day, to win the four-player rapid event

### Jacob Duffy Breaks Trent Boult's Record In New Zealand's Big Win Over India

- Source: NDTV Sports
- Published: 30 October 2026, 22:37 IST (2026-10-30T22:37+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/8dec51260564
- original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/new-zealand-vs-india-2026-27/jacob-duffy-breaks-trent-boults-record-in-new-zealands-big-win-over-india-12259288#publisher=newsstand

New Zealand pacer Jacob Duffy overtook legendary Trent Boult, registering the best figures by a Kiwi pacer against India on Friday.

### "We Fell A Bit Short In Our Bowling": Shreyas Iyer Reflects On India's Defeat To New Zealand

- Source: NDTV Sports
- Published: 30 October 2026, 22:35 IST (2026-10-30T22:35+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/c6df305fabfe
- original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/new-zealand-vs-india-2026-27/we-fell-a-bit-short-in-our-bowling-shreyas-iyer-reflects-on-indias-defeat-to-new-zealand-12259304#publisher=newsstand

India T20I captain Shreyas Iyer admitted that the team "fell short" with the ball after suffering an 87-run defeat against New Zealand in the fourth T20I, crediting Glenn Phillips for his match-winning century.

### ISL: Vinith’s stoppage-time goal earns BFC a point

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 30 October 2026, 23:16 IST (2026-10-30T23:16+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/99189ae9c243
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/football/viniths-stoppage-time-goal-earns-bfc-a-point/article71646578.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/99189ae9c243-l.webp

### Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce’s Wedding Had A Hidden Nostalgic Touch That Took Guests Through Their Personal Histories

- Source: NDTV Sports
- Published: 30 October 2026, 22:48 IST (2026-10-30T22:48+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/b563100d651b
- original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/us/nfl/taylor-swift-and-travis-kelce-s-wedding-had-a-hidden-nostalgic-touch-that-took-guests-through-their-personal-histories-12260887#publisher=newsstand

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce reportedly turned their wedding entrance at MSG into a photo timeline of their lives. Guests saw childhood pictures, shots of the couple together, Swift’s three cats and Wendy, the Samoyed she gave Kelce.

### India's Women's Kabaddi Team Dominates Sri Lanka to Reach CWKC 2026 Final

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 30 October 2026, 20:55 IST (2026-10-30T20:55+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/0ddc98487c2c
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116187726751899653

At Veer Savarkar Sports Complex in Ahmedabad, the Indian team controlled the semi-final from the first raid, building a big halftime lead and pulling away for the lopsided win after an unbeaten run through group stage and semis.

### A Father's Dream, A Daughter's Promise: How Manisha Bhanwala Overcame Heartbreak To Become Wrestling World Champion

- Source: NDTV Sports
- Published: 30 October 2026, 22:41 IST (2026-10-30T22:41+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/77cd6e82b5c0
- original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/wrestling/a-fathers-dream-a-daughters-promise-manishas-emotional-golden-triumph-12260833#publisher=newsstand

When Manisha Bhanwala pulled out a white T-shirt bearing pictures of her parents and proudly displayed it to the spectators after winning the World Championships gold, it was much more than a celebration of a historic sporting triumph.

### Star Power Meets Brand Power: JSW Sports Signs Marquee Brands For Hong Kong Sixes, Its First International IP

- Source: NDTV Sports
- Published: 30 October 2026, 22:51 IST (2026-10-30T22:51+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/847a0a396e13
- original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/star-power-meets-brand-power-jsw-sports-signs-marquee-brands-for-hong-kong-sixes-its-first-international-ip-12260999#publisher=newsstand

Marking a significant step in its international sports business, JSW Sports has secured a portfolio of brand partnerships for the Hong Kong Sixes, its first international intellectual property (IP).

### Manisha wins historic World title

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 30 October 2026, 22:30 IST (2026-10-30T22:30+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/32557fbf9be5
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/manisha-wins-historic-world-title/article71646117.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/32557fbf9be5-l.webp

### Alex Pereira Gets Major Backing From UFC Heavyweight Legend After Gane Loss

- Source: NDTV Sports
- Published: 30 October 2026, 22:48 IST (2026-10-30T22:48+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/720f65ed1f7f
- original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/us/mma/alex-pereira-gets-major-backing-from-ufc-heavyweight-legend-after-gane-loss-12260961#publisher=newsstand

Stipe Miocic believes Alex Pereira can still become UFC heavyweight champion. Stipe Miocic believes Alex Pereira can still become UFC heavyweight champion.

### ACT: India extends winning run, seals spot in the semifinals

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 30 October 2026, 22:18 IST (2026-10-30T22:18+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/f908f1bc4ff0
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/hockey/act-india-extends-winning-run-seals-spot-in-the-semifinals/article71646584.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/f908f1bc4ff0-l.webp

Malaysia also advances to the last-four stage with a third win on the row

### Vinith Venkatesh's stoppage-time goal earns Bengaluru FC a draw against NorthEast United FC

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 30 October 2026, 22:18 IST (2026-10-30T22:18+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/8ba1fbd1475b
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/football/vinith-venkateshs-stoppage-time-goal-earns-bengaluru-fc-a-draw-against-northeast-united-fc-101793378176762.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/8ba1fbd1475b-l.webp

Jithin MS’ first-half strike had put the hosts ahead, but Vinith struck late, converting Sunil Chhetri’s pass to rescue a point for the visitors.

### Abhinandh sends fourth seed Kwon Hyuk packing

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 30 October 2026, 21:58 IST (2026-10-30T21:58+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/d94c1e8dd402
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/abhinandh-sends-fourth-seed-kwon-hyuk-packing/article71645968.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/d94c1e8dd402-l.webp

### Nagaland United mark IFL debut with impressive win over Real Kashmir

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 30 October 2026, 21:55 IST (2026-10-30T21:55+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/df11c26f99f7
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/football/nagaland-united-mark-ifl-debut-with-impressive-win-over-real-kashmir-101793356990420.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/df11c26f99f7-l.webp

The result handed Nagaland United SC their maiden victory and first-ever points in the Indian Football League.

### Yuvraj Singh Pushes for Young Talents in Indian ODI Team

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 30 October 2026, 20:56 IST (2026-10-30T20:56+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/8f891559da11
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116187731122442624

The former all-rounder urged selectors to give more chances to Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and teenage opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in ODIs, warning that ignoring their consistent T20I form does an injustice to India's talent pool.

### Mumbai Indians Name Kieron Pollard Head Coach for IPL 2027

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 30 October 2026, 20:32 IST (2026-10-30T20:32+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/2e63f5870777
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116182052898775051

After missing the playoffs in 2026, Mumbai Indians revamped their coaching staff with Pollard replacing Mahela Jayawardene, Robin Uthappa as batting coach, Mitchell McClenaghan as bowling coach, T.

### Indian Super League: Mohun Bagan faces Punjab, set for a litmus test

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 30 October 2026, 20:41 IST (2026-10-30T20:41+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/8a03887027d7
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/football/mohun-bagan-faces-punjab-set-for-a-litmus-test/article71646086.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/8a03887027d7-l.webp

### 'Hamstring has been declared fit' - Rodrigues eyes return to action after three months of rehab

- Source: ESPNcricinfo
- Published: 30 October 2026, 19:49 IST (2026-10-30T19:49+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/9773a1801d19
- original_url: https://www.cricinfo.com/ci/content/story/1560774.html?ex_cid=OTC-RSS
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/9773a1801d19-l.webp

India's next assignment will be a multi-format tour of South Africa in December

### Manisha Bhanwala becomes first Indian woman wrestler to win World Championship gold

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 30 October 2026, 19:42 IST (2026-10-30T19:42+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/5bb14463a66d
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/others/manisha-bhanwala-becomes-first-indian-woman-wrestler-to-win-world-championship-gold-101793369303340.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/5bb14463a66d-l.webp

Manisha Bhanwala became India's first woman wrestling world champion.

### Neeraj Chopra gives injury update, hopes to resume training soon

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 30 October 2026, 19:29 IST (2026-10-30T19:29+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/2c11061351e0
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/others/neeraj-chopra-gives-injury-update-hopes-to-resume-training-soon-101793365569051.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/2c11061351e0-l.webp

Neeraj Chopra sustained an injury during a training session in August, which brought an early end to his season.

### "We Come In Again As Underdogs", Says MI's New Batting Coach Robin Uthappa

- Source: NDTV Sports
- Published: 30 October 2026, 18:52 IST (2026-10-30T18:52+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/be294314acb0
- original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/we-come-in-again-as-underdogs-says-mis-new-batting-coach-robin-uthappa-12258521#publisher=newsstand

Mumbai Indians will go into the next IPL season as underdogs who must win back the trust of their fans, said the franchise's newly appointed batting coach Robin Uthappa.

### "We Feel Good About Him As Well": Matt LaFleur Defends Laken Tomlinson Move On The Green Bay Packers Offensive Line

- Source: NDTV Sports
- Published: 30 October 2026, 18:31 IST (2026-10-30T18:31+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/8f2f2db5da35
- original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/us/nfl/we-feel-good-about-him-as-well-matt-lafleur-defends-laken-tomlinson-move-on-the-green-bay-packers-offensive-line-12259390#publisher=newsstand

Matt LaFleur explains why Laken Tomlinson got the right guard job over Kevin Zeitler as the Green Bay Packers manage injuries on their offensive line.

### India vs Japan LIVE Score, Asian Champions Trophy 2026, Hockey Match: Starting XI Announced; Unbeaten India Face Tough Japan Challenge

- Source: NDTV Sports
- Published: 30 October 2026, 19:09 IST (2026-10-30T19:09+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/5b5a71d8bb34
- original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/hockey/india-vs-japan-hockey-live-score-asian-champions-trophy-2026-live-updates-ind-vs-jpn-results-goals-live-12259760#publisher=newsstand

India vs Japan LIVE Score Updates, Asian Champions Trophy Hockey: India face off against Japan in a highly-awaited preliminary round game at the Asian Champions Trophy 2026.

### New Zealand Smash 259 as India Crumble in Fourth T20I

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 30 October 2026, 19:03 IST (2026-10-30T19:03+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/fe080315b5b2
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116160127749239000

New Zealand racked up 259 for 7 in Auckland on October 30, led by Glenn Phillips' explosive century and Michael Bracewell's 65, before India collapsed to 172 for 9 while chasing 260.

### Mitchell Santner's Mega Record, Surpasses Ish Sodhi For Most T20I Wickets Against India

- Source: NDTV Sports
- Published: 30 October 2026, 18:52 IST (2026-10-30T18:52+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/fd91f284ea22
- original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/new-zealand-vs-india-2026-27/mitchell-santners-mega-record-surpasses-ish-sodhi-for-most-t20i-wickets-against-india-12259665#publisher=newsstand

New Zealand spinner Mitchell Santner became only the third player from his team to reach the 150 T20I wickets mark on Friday

### India Names Lakshya Raichandani Captain for U19 Asia Cup Squad

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 30 October 2026, 18:12 IST (2026-10-30T18:12+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/06ddd4cc8b9b
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116147686328218050

The BCCI selected a 15-member Under-19 squad for the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup in Muscat, Oman, from November 5 to 14, with Raichandani leading and Yashbardhan Singh Chauhan as vice-captain.

### Perry, Coyte help Sixers seal a final ball thriller over Heat

- Source: ESPNcricinfo
- Published: 30 October 2026, 18:52 IST (2026-10-30T18:52+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/2471e908b7cc
- original_url: https://www.cricinfo.com/ci/content/story/1560766.html?ex_cid=OTC-RSS
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/2471e908b7cc-l.webp

Perry struck 58 before Coyte scored a boundary off the final ball of the match to help Sixers sneak home chasing 155 after Redmayne and Knott made half-centuries for Heat

### How village volleyball is expanding horizons in conflict-ravaged Manipur

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 30 October 2026, 18:24 IST (2026-10-30T18:24+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/73e913e6cb17
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/others/how-village-volleyball-is-expanding-horizons-in-conflict-ravaged-manipur-101793364020272.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/73e913e6cb17-l.webp

Despite years of ethnic violence, village volleyball courts in Manipur are offering young athletes a sense of normalcy

### 'We are in a very good position' - West Indies bank on 'positive intent' to chase win in Dhaka

- Source: ESPNcricinfo
- Published: 30 October 2026, 18:46 IST (2026-10-30T18:46+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/6004785da20b
- original_url: https://www.cricinfo.com/ci/content/story/1560755.html?ex_cid=OTC-RSS
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/6004785da20b-l.webp

WI batting coach Reifer credited bowlers for shifting momentum back in their team's favour

### Cherie Chevalier obliges in main event

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 30 October 2026, 18:12 IST (2026-10-30T18:12+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/967ae439550a
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/races/cherie-chevalier-obliges-in-main-event/article71645084.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/967ae439550a-l.webp

### CAF makes u-turn on AFCON format, tournament to be held every two years

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 30 October 2026, 17:53 IST (2026-10-30T17:53+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/30c3dfdbe336
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/football/caf-makes-u-turn-on-afcon-format-tournament-to-be-held-every-two-years-101793362153069.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/30c3dfdbe336-l.webp

The African Football Confederation (CAF) had decided last year that the tournament would take place every four years.

### ISL: Goals a worry for CFC and KBFC ahead of Southern derby

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 30 October 2026, 18:01 IST (2026-10-30T18:01+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/5ffb64505a31
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/football/isl-goals-a-worry-for-cfc-and-kbfc-ahead-of-southern-derby/article71644705.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/5ffb64505a31-l.webp

After three games each, Chennaiyin lies 12th (one point) while KBFC is sixth (four).

### India vs Japan Hockey Live Score, Asian Champions Trophy: Harmanpreet's men look for hat-trick of wins

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 30 October 2026, 17:52 IST (2026-10-30T17:52+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/6cde65649f86
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/hockey/india-vs-japan-live-hockey-score-asian-champions-trophy-ind-vs-jpn-updates-from-jalandhar-today-match-october-30-101793361257302.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/6cde65649f86-l.webp

India vs Japan Hockey Asian Champions Trophy Live Score: Check out all the latest live updates as Harmanpreet Singh's men take on Japan in their third match of the tournament in Jalandhar.

### Anderson 'sad' and 'quite shocked' by Lancashire release

- Source: ESPNcricinfo
- Published: 30 October 2026, 17:51 IST (2026-10-30T17:51+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/619e26398cc9
- original_url: https://www.cricinfo.com/ci/content/story/1560751.html?ex_cid=OTC-RSS
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/619e26398cc9-l.webp

Anderson has not yet made a decision on his playing future but said that "it'd be nice, at some point, if someone will let me retire"

### Golden Eye, Dreams Come True, Rampage and Staria catch the eye

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 30 October 2026, 17:41 IST (2026-10-30T17:41+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/6158fd945e22
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/races/golden-eye-dreams-come-true-rampage-and-staria-catch-the-eye/article71644976.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/6158fd945e22-l.webp

### The Rock Reacts to Aspiring Wrestler Recreating His Iconic WWE Personality

- Source: NDTV Sports
- Published: 30 October 2026, 17:34 IST (2026-10-30T17:34+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/cc1f4bc685db
- original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/us/wwe/the-rock-reacts-to-aspiring-wrestler-recreating-his-iconic-wwe-personality-12259173#publisher=newsstand

The Rock has praised aspiring wrestler T'Zaih after watching his Instagram video impersonating the WWE legend. The Final Boss appreciated the small details in his performance, leaving a supportive message that the young creator won't forget.

### Xanthe, Lorenzo, Knotty Emperor and Hyperdrive shine

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 30 October 2026, 17:37 IST (2026-10-30T17:37+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/c29a838d84fe
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/xanthe-lorenzo-knotty-emperor-and-hyperdrive-shine/article71644960.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/c29a838d84fe-l.webp

### Hardik Pandya Agrees to Play Under Rohit Sharma If No IPL Trade Happens

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 30 October 2026, 17:22 IST (2026-10-30T17:22+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/dc83c4799a04
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116134725211365715

Reports from The Indian Express and India Today indicate that if Hardik's trade from Mumbai Indians doesn't materialize before IPL 2027, he has agreed to play under Rohit Sharma's leadership without issue.

### All-round Jamal hands Markhor IT Solutions maiden first-class title

- Source: ESPNcricinfo
- Published: 30 October 2026, 17:12 IST (2026-10-30T17:12+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/568a42719d17
- original_url: https://www.cricinfo.com/ci/content/story/1560749.html?ex_cid=OTC-RSS
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/568a42719d17-l.webp

Jamal ripped through the SBP batting unit with seven wickets in the first innings and scored a fifty in the second to give his side a hard-fought win

### Phillips' century, Duffy's four-for topple India

- Source: ESPNcricinfo
- Published: 30 October 2026, 16:57 IST (2026-10-30T16:57+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/8bf075c73413
- original_url: https://www.cricinfo.com/ci/content/story/1560744.html?ex_cid=OTC-RSS
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/8bf075c73413-l.webp

India could manage only 172 for 9 in their chase of 260