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# Sport: Sunday 1 November 2026

40 stories. Cite the publisher using original_url.

### Ruturaj Gaikwad Trains Intensely for India-New Zealand ODIs

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 1 November 2026, 23:04 IST (2026-11-01T23:04+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/8677aa9f3d24
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116945617469505604

India's squad, featuring Gaikwad alongside Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, prepares for a five-match ODI series against New Zealand starting November 4 at Eden Park.

### Gautam Gambhir Defends India Selections Over Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Backlash

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:24 IST (2026-11-01T22:24+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/9413b8fd1f2f
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116893529561509984

India coach Gautam Gambhir stood firm on his T20I picks against New Zealand, prioritizing 'right decisions' over popular ones amid calls for 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.

### Kabaddi set for greater global push

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 23:16 IST (2026-11-01T23:16+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/ee6a3ae1b04c
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/international-kabaddi-federation-kabaddi-world-cup-womens-league-2030-commonwealth-games-2036-olympics-india/article71653523.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/ee6a3ae1b04c-l.webp

### Members stalled Chaubey's proposal to liquidate AIFF's fixed deposit to pay for friendly matches

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 1 November 2026, 23:09 IST (2026-11-01T23:09+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/92cc43cf4bd8
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/football/members-stalled-chaubeys-proposal-to-liquidate-aiffs-fixed-deposit-to-pay-for-friendly-matches-101793554538451.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/92cc43cf4bd8-l.webp

According to estimates, the three international friendly matches could cost between ₹80 crore and ₹85 crore.

### Harmanpreet Singh's Hattrick Powers India To 4-2 Win Over Malaysia

- Source: NDTV Sports
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:10 IST (2026-11-01T22:10+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/f9b74c02915c
- original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/hockey/harmanpreet-singhs-hat-trick-powers-india-to-4-2-win-over-malaysia-12268037#publisher=newsstand

### East Bengal create history, become first Indian team to win multiple AFC Women's Champions League games after beating Ho Chi Minh City

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:56 IST (2026-11-01T22:56+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/5db1d1f97d2b
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/football/east-bengal-create-history-become-first-indian-team-to-win-multiple-afc-womens-champions-league-games-after-beating-ho-chi-minh-city-101793553294908.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/5db1d1f97d2b-l.webp

East Bengal secured a 2-1 victory over Ho Chi Minh City, with Fazila Ikwaput scoring both goals.

### JJ Smit sets up Namibia's first-ever bilateral ODI series win

- Source: ESPNcricinfo
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:49 IST (2026-11-01T22:49+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/2ceb368236c5
- original_url: https://www.cricinfo.com/ci/content/story/1561007.html?ex_cid=OTC-RSS
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/2ceb368236c5-l.webp

Namibia also won their first-ever match against a Full Member nation when they sealed a 31-run win in the second ODI

### Francisco Feuillassier, Christian Borrego strike as FC Goa beat Inter Kashi to secure first win of ISL 2026-27 campaign

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:27 IST (2026-11-01T22:27+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/547bde95f75e
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/football/francisco-feuillassier-christian-borrego-strike-as-fc-goa-beat-inter-kashi-to-secure-first-win-of-isl-2026-27-campaign-101793552103329.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/547bde95f75e-l.webp

Inter Kashi attempted to fight their way back into the contest, but FC Goa maintained their advantage.

### PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen End Title Waits With Dominant Hylo Open Triumphs

- Source: NDTV Sports
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:26 IST (2026-11-01T22:26+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/69a140c6fce9
- original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/badminton/pv-sindhu-ends-title-wait-with-dominant-hylo-open-triumph-12267887#publisher=newsstand

Double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen made it a double delight for India, claiming the women's and men's singles titles with straight-game victories in the finals of the Hylo Open Super 500 badminton tournament on Sunday.

### Indian Racing Festival Caps Blockbuster BIC Weekend With Narola's F4 Double And Alva's IRL Victory

- Source: NDTV Sports
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:18 IST (2026-11-01T22:18+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/1e33578e7e52
- original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/formula-1/indian-racing-festival-caps-blockbuster-bic-weekend-with-narolas-f4-double-and-alvas-irl-victory-12268239#publisher=newsstand

Aryan Narola of Goa Aces JA Racing and Ruhaan Alva of Kichcha's Kings Bengaluru emerged champions in the F4 Indian Championship and Indian Racing League (IRL), respectively, as the Indian Racing Festival concluded its two-day Buddh International Circuit (BIC) leg in Greater Noida.

### Wrestling: Kajal’s golden run, a silver lining and an Olympic dream

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:10 IST (2026-11-01T22:10+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/dc1bd590652f
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/others/wrestling-kajal-s-golden-run-a-silver-lining-and-an-olympic-dream-101793550046369.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/dc1bd590652f-l.webp

Teen Kajal Dhochak, with eyes on the 2028 LA Olympics after the Worlds silver, vows to take her chances late in bouts after missing gold in Astana

### Ranji Trophy: Vidarbha and Madhya Pradesh in search of crucial points

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 22:01 IST (2026-11-01T22:01+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/aff47aef3b41
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/cricket/ranji-trophy-vidarbha-and-madhya-pradesh-in-search-of-crucial-points/article71653938.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/aff47aef3b41-l.webp

The home team leads Group A with 19 points while the visiting side is in fourth with 13

### Asian Champions Trophy: Harmanpreet’s hat-trick helps India down Malaysia

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 21:56 IST (2026-11-01T21:56+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/4d5f7bf9f39b
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/hockey/asian-champions-trophy-harmanpreets-hat-trick-helps-india-down-malaysia/article71653931.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/4d5f7bf9f39b-l.webp

Japan and Korea join India and Malaysia in the semifinals

### Carlos Alcaraz crushes dogged Alex De Minaur in Vienna final

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 1 November 2026, 21:49 IST (2026-11-01T21:49+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/7bfafb5f3984
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/tennis/carlos-alcaraz-crushes-dogged-alex-de-minaur-in-vienna-final-101793549891468.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/7bfafb5f3984-l.webp

Alcaraz did not drop a single set in five matches in Vienna as he claimed the 28th title of his career.

### Lakshya Sen clinches Hylo Open, his first BWF title of season

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 1 November 2026, 21:37 IST (2026-11-01T21:37+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/c87dee3cc1ac
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/badminton/lakshya-sen-pv-sindhu-hylo-open-badminton-bwf-2026-101793542263090.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/c87dee3cc1ac-l.webp

Lakshya Sen defeated Indonesia's Line Jonatan Christie in the final.

### Parikh, Paes join hands to contest AITA elections under ‘Tennis First’ banner

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 21:35 IST (2026-11-01T21:35+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/b7edf2e14920
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/tennis/parikh-paes-join-hands-to-contest-aita-elections-under-tennis-first-banner/article71653861.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/b7edf2e14920-l.webp

### India Edges New Zealand 3-2 in Thrilling T20I Series

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 1 November 2026, 21:16 IST (2026-11-01T21:16+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/12135ae7900d
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116918077648511417

India won the five-match T20I series 3-2 despite New Zealand chasing 192 with 12 balls to spare in the Hamilton finale, powered by Phillips' unbeaten 65 and Tim Seifert's 93 off 50.

### Chhattisgarh Hockey League Builds Pride Ahead of Final

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 1 November 2026, 20:34 IST (2026-11-01T20:34+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/a6cc77d0699f
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116908074028159201

The Chhattisgarh Hockey League features six teams competing at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Hockey Stadium, with the final set for November 1 and a women's exhibition match planned.

### Navy edges BPCL in shootout to lift Murugappa Gold Cup hockey title

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 21:09 IST (2026-11-01T21:09+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/064a2a19ef15
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/hockey/navy-edges-bpcl-in-shootout-to-lift-murugappa-gold-cup-hockey-title/article71653721.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/064a2a19ef15-l.webp

Navy goalkeeper Ankit Malik comes up with a crucial save, denying Sudeep Chirmako before Kuldeep scores in sudden death after both teams converted four of the first five attempts

### Gambhir hails India's ruthlessness in T20Is despite little preparation time in NZ

- Source: ESPNcricinfo
- Published: 1 November 2026, 20:04 IST (2026-11-01T20:04+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/3ba9a52940ed
- original_url: https://www.cricinfo.com/ci/content/story/1560984.html?ex_cid=OTC-RSS
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/3ba9a52940ed-l.webp

India won the series 3-2, which included successfully chasing 226, youngsters stepping up under pressure, and hunting down 199 in less than 14 overs

### Gautam Gambhir Labels India's T20I Series Win Over NZ As "Incredible", Explains Why

- Source: NDTV Sports
- Published: 1 November 2026, 20:02 IST (2026-11-01T20:02+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/589560263159
- original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/new-zealand-vs-india-2026-27/gautam-gambhir-labels-indias-t20i-series-win-over-nz-as-incredible-explains-why-12267615#publisher=newsstand

India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Sunday hailed his team's "incredible" T20I series win over New Zealand, saying the players' ruthless approach made up for the lack of preparation time.

### MRF Indian National Racing Challenge: Chiranth edges Sarthak, bags a double

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 21:03 IST (2026-11-01T21:03+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/2635af3feb79
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/motorsport/mrf-indian-national-racing-challenge-chiranth-edges-sarthak-bags-a-double/article71653124.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/2635af3feb79-l.webp

Coimbatore’s Senthil Kumar (Rockers Racing) and Anandhu from Chennai (Veedol C2 Racing) also completed a double apiece in the Super Stock 301-400cc Open and Super Stock 165cc Intermediate classes, respectively

### India vs Malaysia Hockey LIVE Score, Asian Champions Trophy 2026: After Harmanpreet's Brace, Sukhjeet Puts India 3-1 Up vs Malaysia

- Source: NDTV Sports
- Published: 1 November 2026, 20:39 IST (2026-11-01T20:39+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/bb34b5ffb09a
- original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/hockey/india-vs-malaysia-hockey-live-score-asian-champions-trophy-2026-live-updates-harmanpreet-singh-sukhjeet-singh-12267307#publisher=newsstand

India vs Malaysia Hockey LIVE Score: Captain Harmanpreet Singh gave India the perfect start by opening the scoring in their Asian Champions Trophy 2026 clash against Malaysia in Jalandhar.

### ISL: SC Delhi upstage Mumbai City 3-2

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 1 November 2026, 20:34 IST (2026-11-01T20:34+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/c0cf0d93c781
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/football/isl-sc-delhi-upstage-mumbai-city-32-101793545311589.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/c0cf0d93c781-l.webp

Juan Sebastian Pena clinches the added time solo winner in Mumbai, after Delhi were 0-2 down at halftime.

### WTT Feeder Chennai: Manav wins maiden international crown; Sutirtha finishes runner-up

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 20:28 IST (2026-11-01T20:28+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/20b87464234e
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/wtt-feeder-chennai-manav-wins-maiden-international-crown-sutirtha-finishes-runner-up/article71652503.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/20b87464234e-l.webp

### Pakistan Set For Major Central Contracts Shake-Up; Two Veterans Facing Axe: Report

- Source: NDTV Sports
- Published: 1 November 2026, 20:09 IST (2026-11-01T20:09+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/096366010ee8
- original_url: https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-set-for-major-central-contracts-shake-up-two-veterans-facing-axe-report-12267443#publisher=newsstand

Pakistan's all format head coach Mike Hesson has recommended a clutch of young players to be considered for the PCB's central contracts for the 2026-27 season.

### Clayton sleeps on 99 not out after holding Queensland together

- Source: ESPNcricinfo
- Published: 1 November 2026, 20:27 IST (2026-11-01T20:27+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/4c699157e442
- original_url: https://www.cricinfo.com/ci/content/story/1560989.html?ex_cid=OTC-RSS
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/4c699157e442-l.webp

Victoria chipped away after posting 307 with the contest very even heading into the third day

### Ranji Trophy: Punjab starts favourite against a desperate Andhra

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 20:17 IST (2026-11-01T20:17+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/f7f33eeec2b1
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/cricket/ranji-trophy-punjab-starts-favourite-against-a-desperate-andhra/article71653557.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/f7f33eeec2b1-l.webp

The home team is sitting pretty with 12 points from three matches while the southern side has managed just three from as many home games

### Afghanistan make four changes, hand debut to Abdullah Tarakhail in final T20I

- Source: ESPNcricinfo
- Published: 1 November 2026, 20:27 IST (2026-11-01T20:27+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/147de4b03397
- original_url: https://www.cricinfo.com/ci/content/story/1560988.html?ex_cid=OTC-RSS
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/147de4b03397-l.webp

Blessing Muzarabani and Newman Nyamhuri return to the Zimbabwe XI after recovering from injuries

### Ranji Trophy 2026-27: Hyderabad and Chhattisgarh arrive after contrasting starts

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 19:27 IST (2026-11-01T19:27+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/0f336cd1bc1c
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/cricket/ranji-trophy-hyderabad-vs-chhattisgarh-match-preview-gymkhana-2026/article71652921.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/0f336cd1bc1c-l.webp

While the host starts with two wins before a draw in the last match, the visitor snatches victory after a stalemate and a defeat to begin its season; the spin duos of Thyagarajann-Aniketh and Dharmendrasinh-Ajay will be in focus

### PV Sindhu wins Hylo Open, beats Line Højmark Kjadersfelt in final

- Source: Hindustan Times
- Published: 1 November 2026, 19:19 IST (2026-11-01T19:19+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/2754a181b20a
- original_url: https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/badminton/pv-sindhu-wins-hylo-open-beats-line-h-jmark-kjadersfelt-in-final-101793540510211.html
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/2754a181b20a-l.webp

This is the second BWF title of the season for Sindhu.

### Delhi won’t host India-SL ODI, sand-based outfield to be ready for IPL

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 18:57 IST (2026-11-01T18:57+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/f169fbf0217a
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/cricket/delhi-wont-host-india-sl-odi-arun-jaitley-stadium-sand-based-outfield-ipl/article71653040.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/f169fbf0217a-l.webp

### Weather may have a say as WTA Chennai Open set to begin for one last time

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 18:36 IST (2026-11-01T18:36+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/816c07567efa
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/tennis/weather-may-have-a-say-as-wta-chennai-open-set-to-begin-for-one-last-time/article71652941.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/816c07567efa-l.webp

### Virat Kohli Fans Donate Blood for His 38th Birthday

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 1 November 2026, 19:23 IST (2026-11-01T19:23+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/d6514faeec93
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116890093218664549

Fans organized a blood donation camp in Hyderabad ahead of Kohli's 38th birthday, drawing more than 118 donors who queued up eagerly under a special banner.

### Ranji Trophy: Bengal will strive to maintain winning run in its first match at the Eden

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 19:21 IST (2026-11-01T19:21+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/ac480e287b0c
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/cricket/ranji-trophy-bengal-will-strive-to-maintain-winning-run-in-its-first-match-at-the-eden/article71653044.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/ac480e287b0c-l.webp

The table-topper, which has 18 points following three victories, starts favourite against second-placed Maharashtra in a crucial Group-C encounter

### Ranji Trophy: Karnataka hopes to ride momentum; Assam looks for home comfort

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 19:13 IST (2026-11-01T19:13+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/24af5d56c873
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/cricket/ranji-trophy-karnataka-hopes-to-ride-momentum-assam-looks-for-home-comfort/article71653173.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/24af5d56c873-l.webp

The former is fresh off an innings win over Tripura while the latter will need to punch above its weight; veteran Mayank has to pull his weight for the southern side

### Fans Celebrate Start of Virat Kohli's Birthday Month Ahead of New Zealand Series

- Source: X News (AI summary of posts on X)
- Published: 1 November 2026, 14:23 IST (2026-11-01T14:23+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/ec5a3271275b
- original_url: https://x.com/i/trending/2116814953818800483

Virat Kohli, born November 5, 1988, in New Delhi, turns 38 this week amid global fan tributes calling it 'King Kohli month.' Supporters share edits, videos, and messages like '3 days left to celebrate India's most celebrated cricketer,' blending excitement with his recent…

### Ranji Trophy 2026-27: Bubbling Tamil Nadu travels north to meet stuttering Chandigarh

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 18:48 IST (2026-11-01T18:48+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/9d7fb63638c2
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/cricket/ranji-trophy-2026-27-tamil-nadu-chandigarh-preview/article71652947.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/9d7fb63638c2-l.webp

The visitor is coming on the back of two victories, over Uttarakhand and Railways, at home; the host has just one point from three matches and lies seventh in Group D; expect runs to flow at the Sector-16 Stadium

### Conrad: 'I don't think you ever want to walk around saying you are the best'

- Source: ESPNcricinfo
- Published: 1 November 2026, 18:33 IST (2026-11-01T18:33+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/3128ad41a486
- original_url: https://www.cricinfo.com/ci/content/story/1560970.html?ex_cid=OTC-RSS
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/3128ad41a486-l.webp

"We can be awesome one minute and absolutely horrendous the next. In the end, we're a lot more awesome than we are horrendous and that's the pleasing part for me"

### Saxena eager to make the most of limited opportunities

- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 1 November 2026, 18:40 IST (2026-11-01T18:40+05:30)
- Section: Sport
- Link: https://allindia.news/s/343177cf77ac
- original_url: https://www.thehindu.com/sport/cricket/saxena-eager-to-make-the-most-of-opportunities/article71652976.ece
- Image: https://allindia.news/img/343177cf77ac-l.webp

Mhatre’s injury and Jaiswal’s India call-up have opened the door for the left-hander’s return to the Mumbai Ranji squad