India enjoyed a successful start to the New Taipei City Athletics Open as long jumper Shaili Singh and the women's 4x100m relay team won gold medals, while hurdler Tejas Shirse secured a silver on Saturday.   Shaili clinched the long jump title with an effort of 6.24m. The relay quartet of SS Sneha, Srabani Nanda, Sudeshna Shivankar and Tamanna clocked 44.07 seconds to win gold and equal the meet record. National record holder Tejas Shirse finished second in the men's 110m hurdles with a time of 13.58 seconds, just behind Chinese Taipei's Hsieh Yuan-kai. (PC: X)

The BCCI has made a special arrangement for teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi by allowing his parents to travel with him during India's upcoming tours. The decision comes after the 15-year-old earned his maiden call-up to the senior T20I squad.   According to BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia, the board usually does not permit parents to accompany players, but an exception was made considering Vaibhav's age and the fact that he will be joining an adult national team environment for the first time.   The board will bear the expenses of his parents, believing their presence will help the youngster settle into international cricket and provide him with emotional support during a crucial stage of his career. (PC: India Today)

Indian Grandmaster R Vaishali added another major achievement to her growing career by winning the WR Women’s Chess Tour event in Tokyo. Following the path of her younger brother R Praggnanandhaa, Vaishali delivered a series of strong performances against a competitive international field to claim the title. The victory further strengthens her status as one of India’s leading women chess players and comes shortly after her historic triumph in the 2026 Women’s Candidates Tournament, which earned her a shot at the Women’s World Championship. The Tokyo success highlights India’s continuing rise as a global chess powerhouse. 

Just hours after being named India’s new T20I captain, replacing Suryakumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer made an immediate impact by leading his side to a victory over a team captained by Suryakumar in a domestic T20 match. The result added further attention to India’s surprising leadership change ahead of a busy international schedule. Iyer’s successful start as captain showcased his leadership credentials, while Suryakumar’s first outing after losing the national captaincy ended in defeat. The match generated significant buzz among cricket fans, with many viewing it as an early statement from India’s newly appointed T20I skipper. (PC: X)

Nineteen-year-old Mirra Andreeva won her first Grand Slam title after defeating Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska 6-3, 6-2 in the French Open women's singles final at Roland Garros on Saturday. The Russian recovered from an early challenge and took control with powerful baseline play to finish the match in one hour and 22 minutes. With the victory, Andreeva became the youngest women's singles champion in Paris since Monica Seles in 1992. Chwalinska's remarkable run ended in the final after the qualifier defeated four top-50 players during the tournament, but Andreeva proved too strong on the biggest stage. (PC: India Today)

Iran has accused the United States of refusing visas to several members of its national football team's backroom staff ahead of the FIFA World Cup, despite allowing players and essential support staff to enter the country.   Iran's embassy described the move as politically motivated and called it discriminatory, urging FIFA to intervene. Iranian media reported that senior football federation officials were among those denied entry.   The US said visas had been issued to players and necessary staff but added that the system would not be used to allow individuals linked to terrorism into the country. Iran will begin its World Cup campaign against Belgium in Los Angeles on June 15. (PC: BBC)

  The BCCI has decided to allow the parents of 15-year-old batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to travel with him during India's T20I tours of Ireland and England. According to reports, the board will bear all their expenses to help the youngster adjust to international cricket.   BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said the decision was taken because Sooryavanshi is still a child and family support will help him settle into the new environment.   The teenage star earned his maiden India call-up after a record-breaking IPL 2026 season, where he scored 776 runs for Rajasthan Royals. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar said the explosive batter had "picked himself" for the squad with his outstanding performances. (PC: NDTV)

After being replaced by Shreyas Iyer as India’s T20I captain and omitted from the latest squad, Suryakumar Yadav responded with a positive message on social media. Rather than expressing disappointment, the star batter congratulated the selected players and extended a warm welcome to teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi on his maiden senior call-up. Suryakumar’s reaction was widely praised for its sportsmanship and support for the next generation. The squad overhaul marks a new era under Iyer’s leadership, while Sooryavanshi’s inclusion highlights India’s commitment to nurturing young talent for the future. (PC: NDTV)

India’s T20 setup has undergone a major shake-up, with Shreyas Iyer appointed as the new captain for upcoming assignments, replacing former skipper Suryakumar Yadav, who has been left out of the squad. The selectors have also named Tilak Varma as vice-captain, signaling a transition toward a younger leadership group. Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has earned his maiden senior T20I call-up after impressive performances in age-group and domestic cricket. While several members of India’s recent T20 World Cup-winning core remain in the squad, the changes indicate a fresh direction as the team begins a new chapter under Iyer’s leadership. (PC: India Today)

R Praggnanandhaa has won the Norway Chess 2026 title after a dramatic final round in Oslo. He secured a crucial victory against Germany’s Vincent Keymer in the last game, which helped him clinch the championship. The Indian Grandmaster finished the tournament strongly after a late surge, beating top players including Magnus Carlsen during the event. His win came on Carlsen’s home turf, making the achievement even more special. Earlier, Praggnanandhaa had been in a tight race for the title, but his final-round victory ensured he finished ahead of competitors like Wesley So and Alireza Firouzja, marking a historic moment for Indian chess.