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Indian sports wrap, April 15: Diksha Dagar leads Indian challenge at Joburg Ladies Open GOLFDiksha leads group of five IndiansGolfer Diksha Dagar will spearhead a five-member Indian contingent at the Joburg Ladies Open, co-sanctioned by the Ladies European Tour and the Sunshine Ladies Tour, starting in Johannesburg on Thursday.Diksha, currently in the top 10 of the LET’s Order of Merit with two top-10 finishes from six starts, will be joined by fellow Indians Avani Prashanth, Pranavi Urs, Hitaashee Bakshi and Tvesa Malik, a former winner on the Sunshine Ladies Tour.Making her debut in South Africa, Hitaashee has rediscovered form after four missed cuts, finishing tied ninth at the Australian WPGA Championship, the fourth event of the Australian swing.Avani, after a good rookie season in 2025, has had a modest season with three cuts in five starts, but her best finish had been a tied-39th at the PIF Saudi Ladies International at the start of the season.Tvesa, who lost her card last season, will be making her first LET start in 2026, and a good week will give her confidence for the upcoming Investec Women’s South African Open at Royal Cape.Tvesa will be the first Indian to tee off alongside Ana Dawn of Isle of Mann and Kaiyuree Moodley of South Africa, while Pranavi will play with Emma Spitz of Austria and Marta Martin of Spain.Diksha will tee off with Luna Sobron Galmes of Spain. Avani plays with Alice Hewson of England and Patricie Mackova of Czech Republic and Hitaashee has been grouped with Alexandra Försterling and England’s Annabell Fuller.– PTIShubhankar opens two-shot lead at Boulders Classic Shubhankar Sharma took a two-shot lead after two rounds of Boulders Classic. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Shubhankar Sharma took a two-shot lead after two rounds of Boulders Classic. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Shubhankar Sharma carded a second consecutive six-under 66 to take a two-shot lead after round two of the inaugural Rs 1 crore Boulders Classic here on Wednesday.The 29-year-old Shubhankar (66-66), a six-time DP World PGTI winner, is playing his first event on the tour since the Tour Championship in Jamshedpur in December 2021.He moved to the top of the leaderboard at 12-under 132 with a steady and controlled display over the first two days.36-year-old Divyanshu Bajaj (69-65) of Kolkata produced an error-free seven-under 65 to climb from tied 14th to solo second at 10-under 134.Overnight leader Vishesh Sharma (65-70) of Hyderabad slipped to third at nine-under 135 after a round of two-under 70 at the Boulder Hills Golf & Country Club.Honey Baisoya, a winner on the DP World PGTI this year, broke the course record with an immaculate round of eight-under 64 that propelled him 38 spots from overnight tied 42nd to tied fourth at a total of eight-under 136.Ajeetesh Sandhu (68) and Anshul Kabthiyal (67) shared fourth place with Baisoya.Shubhankar fired seven birdies against a lone bogey, closing strongly with back-to-back birdies to build on his opening-round momentum.Yuvraj Sandhu, one of the pre-tournament favourites, followed his opening round of 73 with a four-under 68 to be placed tied 27th at three-under 141.The cut fell at even-par 144, with 53 of 131 players advancing to the last two rounds.– Team SportstarTABLE TENNISTN, Bengal, Delhi storm into pre-quarters of Jr and Youth National TTPowerhouses Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Delhi stamped their authority early on, cruising into the pre-quarterfinals from their respective groups in the Under-19 girls’ team event at the UTT Inter-State Junior and Youth National Table Tennis Championships in Dehradun.With just one round of league matches remaining — Telangana vs Punjab (Group A), Uttarakhand vs Assam (Group B), and PSPBA vs Chandigarh (Group C) — the outcomes will have little impact on the three dominant leaders, who have already sealed their spots.However, the final round will determine the second qualifiers from each group, adding intrigue to the closing league fixtures.Elsewhere, Maharashtra (Group D), Uttar Pradesh (Group E), NCOE (Group F), Karnataka (Group G), and Gujarat (Group H) have virtually secured their pre-quarterfinal berths.Yet, the race for the remaining knockout spots remains intense, particularly in Groups E and F, where the battle for the second qualification place is expected to go down to the wire.Placed in a tough Group C, hosts Uttarakhand lost their match to West Bengal 0-3, but they can redeem themselves when they take on Assam in their last-round tie later today.– PTIFOOTBALLFC Goa marches into RFDL Final, to face Bengaluru FCFC Goa officially confirmed its place in the Reliance Foundation Development League 2025-26 final. Despite a narrow 2-1 loss to Punjab FC in the semifinal second leg at the GMC Stadium, in Goa, the Gaurs progressed on aggregate 5-2. Punjab’s Vishal Yadav opened the scoring in the 2nd minute, but Goa’s Kavya Sunil Katkar equalised in the 24th. Konsam Sanathoi Singh restored Punjab’s lead late in the 83rd minute, however, it wasn’t enough to overturn the deficit. The match ended with Sitroy Carvalho receiving a red card in stoppage time.FC Goa now clashes against Bengaluru FC in a highly anticipated final on Saturday.– Team SportstarIndia U-17 men’s team to play friendlies against United Arab Emirates in ThailandThe Indian U17 men’s team will play two friendly matches against United Arab Emirates on April 17 and 21, in Samut Prakan, Thailand.The friendlies, part of India and UAE’s preparations for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026, will be played behind closed doors. Both matches will kick off at 16:30 IST at the Windmill Football Club in Samut Prakan, near Bangkok. The 24-member Blue Colts’ squad arrived in Thailand on Wednesday, April 15.Last month, Bibiano Fernandes’ side had played three friendlies against Thailand (2-2), Indonesia (3-0 win) and Korea Republic (1-2 defeat) in Lopburi, Thailand. Following the games, the Blue Colts continued their training camp in Kolkata. India U-17 men’s 24-member squad for friendlies against UAE in Thailand: Goalkeepers: Alok Nishad, Manashjyoti Baruah, Rajrup Sarkar. Defenders: Abhishek Kumar Mondal, Indra Rana Magar, Korou Meitei Konthoujam, Lawmsangzuala, Md Aimaan Bin, Moosa Ashiq Sofi, Shubham Poonia. Midfielders: Dallalmuon Gangte, Denny Singh Wangkhem, Diamond Singh Thokchom, Mukundo Singh Ningthoujam, Nitishkumar Meitei Yengkhom. Forwards: Adil Aman A, Azlaan Shah Kh, Gunleiba Wangkheirakpam, Heeranganba Seram, Lesvin Rebelo, Rahan Ahmed, Raj Singh Wahengbam, Washington Singh Ngangom, Yuvraj Kadam. India U-17 men’s friendlies schedule: 16:30 IST, April 17: United Arab Emirates vs India 16:30 IST, April 21: United Arab Emirates vs India – Team SporstarPublished on Apr 15, 2026 #Indian #sports #wrap #April #Diksha #Dagar #leads #Indian #challenge #Joburg #Ladies #Open

Indian sports wrap, April 15: Diksha Dagar leads Indian challenge at Joburg Ladies Open

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Diksha leads group of five Indians

Golfer Diksha Dagar will spearhead a five-member Indian contingent at the Joburg Ladies Open, co-sanctioned by the Ladies European Tour and the Sunshine Ladies Tour, starting in Johannesburg on Thursday.

Diksha, currently in the top 10 of the LET’s Order of Merit with two top-10 finishes from six starts, will be joined by fellow Indians Avani Prashanth, Pranavi Urs, Hitaashee Bakshi and Tvesa Malik, a former winner on the Sunshine Ladies Tour.

Making her debut in South Africa, Hitaashee has rediscovered form after four missed cuts, finishing tied ninth at the Australian WPGA Championship, the fourth event of the Australian swing.

Avani, after a good rookie season in 2025, has had a modest season with three cuts in five starts, but her best finish had been a tied-39th at the PIF Saudi Ladies International at the start of the season.

Tvesa, who lost her card last season, will be making her first LET start in 2026, and a good week will give her confidence for the upcoming Investec Women’s South African Open at Royal Cape.

Tvesa will be the first Indian to tee off alongside Ana Dawn of Isle of Mann and Kaiyuree Moodley of South Africa, while Pranavi will play with Emma Spitz of Austria and Marta Martin of Spain.

Diksha will tee off with Luna Sobron Galmes of Spain. Avani plays with Alice Hewson of England and Patricie Mackova of Czech Republic and Hitaashee has been grouped with Alexandra Försterling and England’s Annabell Fuller.

– PTI

Shubhankar opens two-shot lead at Boulders Classic

Indian sports wrap, April 15: Diksha Dagar leads Indian challenge at Joburg Ladies Open GOLFDiksha leads group of five IndiansGolfer Diksha Dagar will spearhead a five-member Indian contingent at the Joburg Ladies Open, co-sanctioned by the Ladies European Tour and the Sunshine Ladies Tour, starting in Johannesburg on Thursday.Diksha, currently in the top 10 of the LET’s Order of Merit with two top-10 finishes from six starts, will be joined by fellow Indians Avani Prashanth, Pranavi Urs, Hitaashee Bakshi and Tvesa Malik, a former winner on the Sunshine Ladies Tour.Making her debut in South Africa, Hitaashee has rediscovered form after four missed cuts, finishing tied ninth at the Australian WPGA Championship, the fourth event of the Australian swing.Avani, after a good rookie season in 2025, has had a modest season with three cuts in five starts, but her best finish had been a tied-39th at the PIF Saudi Ladies International at the start of the season.Tvesa, who lost her card last season, will be making her first LET start in 2026, and a good week will give her confidence for the upcoming Investec Women’s South African Open at Royal Cape.Tvesa will be the first Indian to tee off alongside Ana Dawn of Isle of Mann and Kaiyuree Moodley of South Africa, while Pranavi will play with Emma Spitz of Austria and Marta Martin of Spain.Diksha will tee off with Luna Sobron Galmes of Spain. Avani plays with Alice Hewson of England and Patricie Mackova of Czech Republic and Hitaashee has been grouped with Alexandra Försterling and England’s Annabell Fuller.– PTIShubhankar opens two-shot lead at Boulders Classic Shubhankar Sharma took a two-shot lead after two rounds of Boulders Classic. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Shubhankar Sharma took a two-shot lead after two rounds of Boulders Classic. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Shubhankar Sharma carded a second consecutive six-under 66 to take a two-shot lead after round two of the inaugural Rs 1 crore Boulders Classic here on Wednesday.The 29-year-old Shubhankar (66-66), a six-time DP World PGTI winner, is playing his first event on the tour since the Tour Championship in Jamshedpur in December 2021.He moved to the top of the leaderboard at 12-under 132 with a steady and controlled display over the first two days.36-year-old Divyanshu Bajaj (69-65) of Kolkata produced an error-free seven-under 65 to climb from tied 14th to solo second at 10-under 134.Overnight leader Vishesh Sharma (65-70) of Hyderabad slipped to third at nine-under 135 after a round of two-under 70 at the Boulder Hills Golf & Country Club.Honey Baisoya, a winner on the DP World PGTI this year, broke the course record with an immaculate round of eight-under 64 that propelled him 38 spots from overnight tied 42nd to tied fourth at a total of eight-under 136.Ajeetesh Sandhu (68) and Anshul Kabthiyal (67) shared fourth place with Baisoya.Shubhankar fired seven birdies against a lone bogey, closing strongly with back-to-back birdies to build on his opening-round momentum.Yuvraj Sandhu, one of the pre-tournament favourites, followed his opening round of 73 with a four-under 68 to be placed tied 27th at three-under 141.The cut fell at even-par 144, with 53 of 131 players advancing to the last two rounds.– Team SportstarTABLE TENNISTN, Bengal, Delhi storm into pre-quarters of Jr and Youth National TTPowerhouses Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Delhi stamped their authority early on, cruising into the pre-quarterfinals from their respective groups in the Under-19 girls’ team event at the UTT Inter-State Junior and Youth National Table Tennis Championships in Dehradun.With just one round of league matches remaining — Telangana vs Punjab (Group A), Uttarakhand vs Assam (Group B), and PSPBA vs Chandigarh (Group C) — the outcomes will have little impact on the three dominant leaders, who have already sealed their spots.However, the final round will determine the second qualifiers from each group, adding intrigue to the closing league fixtures.Elsewhere, Maharashtra (Group D), Uttar Pradesh (Group E), NCOE (Group F), Karnataka (Group G), and Gujarat (Group H) have virtually secured their pre-quarterfinal berths.Yet, the race for the remaining knockout spots remains intense, particularly in Groups E and F, where the battle for the second qualification place is expected to go down to the wire.Placed in a tough Group C, hosts Uttarakhand lost their match to West Bengal 0-3, but they can redeem themselves when they take on Assam in their last-round tie later today.– PTIFOOTBALLFC Goa marches into RFDL Final, to face Bengaluru FCFC Goa officially confirmed its place in the Reliance Foundation Development League 2025-26 final. Despite a narrow 2-1 loss to Punjab FC in the semifinal second leg at the GMC Stadium, in Goa, the Gaurs progressed on aggregate 5-2. Punjab’s Vishal Yadav opened the scoring in the 2nd minute, but Goa’s Kavya Sunil Katkar equalised in the 24th. Konsam Sanathoi Singh restored Punjab’s lead late in the 83rd minute, however, it wasn’t enough to overturn the deficit. The match ended with Sitroy Carvalho receiving a red card in stoppage time.FC Goa now clashes against Bengaluru FC in a highly anticipated final on Saturday.– Team SportstarIndia U-17 men’s team to play friendlies against United Arab Emirates in ThailandThe Indian U17 men’s team will play two friendly matches against United Arab Emirates on April 17 and 21, in Samut Prakan, Thailand.The friendlies, part of India and UAE’s preparations for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026, will be played behind closed doors. Both matches will kick off at 16:30 IST at the Windmill Football Club in Samut Prakan, near Bangkok. The 24-member Blue Colts’ squad arrived in Thailand on Wednesday, April 15.Last month, Bibiano Fernandes’ side had played three friendlies against Thailand (2-2), Indonesia (3-0 win) and Korea Republic (1-2 defeat) in Lopburi, Thailand. Following the games, the Blue Colts continued their training camp in Kolkata. India U-17 men’s 24-member squad for friendlies against UAE in Thailand: Goalkeepers: Alok Nishad, Manashjyoti Baruah, Rajrup Sarkar. Defenders: Abhishek Kumar Mondal, Indra Rana Magar, Korou Meitei Konthoujam, Lawmsangzuala, Md Aimaan Bin, Moosa Ashiq Sofi, Shubham Poonia. Midfielders: Dallalmuon Gangte, Denny Singh Wangkhem, Diamond Singh Thokchom, Mukundo Singh Ningthoujam, Nitishkumar Meitei Yengkhom. Forwards: Adil Aman A, Azlaan Shah Kh, Gunleiba Wangkheirakpam, Heeranganba Seram, Lesvin Rebelo, Rahan Ahmed, Raj Singh Wahengbam, Washington Singh Ngangom, Yuvraj Kadam. India U-17 men’s friendlies schedule: 16:30 IST, April 17: United Arab Emirates vs India 16:30 IST, April 21: United Arab Emirates vs India – Team SporstarPublished on Apr 15, 2026 #Indian #sports #wrap #April #Diksha #Dagar #leads #Indian #challenge #Joburg #Ladies #Open

Shubhankar Sharma took a two-shot lead after two rounds of Boulders Classic. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement

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Shubhankar Sharma took a two-shot lead after two rounds of Boulders Classic. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement

Shubhankar Sharma carded a second consecutive six-under 66 to take a two-shot lead after round two of the inaugural Rs 1 crore Boulders Classic here on Wednesday.

The 29-year-old Shubhankar (66-66), a six-time DP World PGTI winner, is playing his first event on the tour since the Tour Championship in Jamshedpur in December 2021.

He moved to the top of the leaderboard at 12-under 132 with a steady and controlled display over the first two days.

36-year-old Divyanshu Bajaj (69-65) of Kolkata produced an error-free seven-under 65 to climb from tied 14th to solo second at 10-under 134.

Overnight leader Vishesh Sharma (65-70) of Hyderabad slipped to third at nine-under 135 after a round of two-under 70 at the Boulder Hills Golf & Country Club.

Honey Baisoya, a winner on the DP World PGTI this year, broke the course record with an immaculate round of eight-under 64 that propelled him 38 spots from overnight tied 42nd to tied fourth at a total of eight-under 136.

Ajeetesh Sandhu (68) and Anshul Kabthiyal (67) shared fourth place with Baisoya.

Shubhankar fired seven birdies against a lone bogey, closing strongly with back-to-back birdies to build on his opening-round momentum.

Yuvraj Sandhu, one of the pre-tournament favourites, followed his opening round of 73 with a four-under 68 to be placed tied 27th at three-under 141.

The cut fell at even-par 144, with 53 of 131 players advancing to the last two rounds.

– Team Sportstar

TABLE TENNIS

TN, Bengal, Delhi storm into pre-quarters of Jr and Youth National TT

Powerhouses Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Delhi stamped their authority early on, cruising into the pre-quarterfinals from their respective groups in the Under-19 girls’ team event at the UTT Inter-State Junior and Youth National Table Tennis Championships in Dehradun.

With just one round of league matches remaining — Telangana vs Punjab (Group A), Uttarakhand vs Assam (Group B), and PSPBA vs Chandigarh (Group C) — the outcomes will have little impact on the three dominant leaders, who have already sealed their spots.

However, the final round will determine the second qualifiers from each group, adding intrigue to the closing league fixtures.

Elsewhere, Maharashtra (Group D), Uttar Pradesh (Group E), NCOE (Group F), Karnataka (Group G), and Gujarat (Group H) have virtually secured their pre-quarterfinal berths.

Yet, the race for the remaining knockout spots remains intense, particularly in Groups E and F, where the battle for the second qualification place is expected to go down to the wire.

Placed in a tough Group C, hosts Uttarakhand lost their match to West Bengal 0-3, but they can redeem themselves when they take on Assam in their last-round tie later today.

– PTI

FOOTBALL

FC Goa marches into RFDL Final, to face Bengaluru FC

FC Goa officially confirmed its place in the Reliance Foundation Development League 2025-26 final. Despite a narrow 2-1 loss to Punjab FC in the semifinal second leg at the GMC Stadium, in Goa, the Gaurs progressed on aggregate 5-2. 

Punjab’s Vishal Yadav opened the scoring in the 2nd minute, but Goa’s Kavya Sunil Katkar equalised in the 24th. Konsam Sanathoi Singh restored Punjab’s lead late in the 83rd minute, however, it wasn’t enough to overturn the deficit. The match ended with Sitroy Carvalho receiving a red card in stoppage time.

FC Goa now clashes against Bengaluru FC in a highly anticipated final on Saturday.

– Team Sportstar

India U-17 men’s team to play friendlies against United Arab Emirates in Thailand

The Indian U17 men’s team will play two friendly matches against United Arab Emirates on April 17 and 21, in Samut Prakan, Thailand.

The friendlies, part of India and UAE’s preparations for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026, will be played behind closed doors. Both matches will kick off at 16:30 IST at the Windmill Football Club in Samut Prakan, near Bangkok. The 24-member Blue Colts’ squad arrived in Thailand on Wednesday, April 15.

Last month, Bibiano Fernandes’ side had played three friendlies against Thailand (2-2), Indonesia (3-0 win) and Korea Republic (1-2 defeat) in Lopburi, Thailand. Following the games, the Blue Colts continued their training camp in Kolkata.

India U-17 men’s 24-member squad for friendlies against UAE in Thailand:

Goalkeepers: Alok Nishad, Manashjyoti Baruah, Rajrup Sarkar.

Defenders: Abhishek Kumar Mondal, Indra Rana Magar, Korou Meitei Konthoujam, Lawmsangzuala, Md Aimaan Bin, Moosa Ashiq Sofi, Shubham Poonia.

Midfielders: Dallalmuon Gangte, Denny Singh Wangkhem, Diamond Singh Thokchom, Mukundo Singh Ningthoujam, Nitishkumar Meitei Yengkhom.

Forwards: Adil Aman A, Azlaan Shah Kh, Gunleiba Wangkheirakpam, Heeranganba Seram, Lesvin Rebelo, Rahan Ahmed, Raj Singh Wahengbam, Washington Singh Ngangom, Yuvraj Kadam.

India U-17 men’s friendlies schedule:

16:30 IST, April 17: United Arab Emirates vs India

16:30 IST, April 21: United Arab Emirates vs India

– Team Sporstar

Published on Apr 15, 2026

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Diksha leads group of five Indians

Golfer Diksha Dagar will spearhead a five-member Indian contingent at the Joburg Ladies Open, co-sanctioned by the Ladies European Tour and the Sunshine Ladies Tour, starting in Johannesburg on Thursday.

Diksha, currently in the top 10 of the LET’s Order of Merit with two top-10 finishes from six starts, will be joined by fellow Indians Avani Prashanth, Pranavi Urs, Hitaashee Bakshi and Tvesa Malik, a former winner on the Sunshine Ladies Tour.

Making her debut in South Africa, Hitaashee has rediscovered form after four missed cuts, finishing tied ninth at the Australian WPGA Championship, the fourth event of the Australian swing.

Avani, after a good rookie season in 2025, has had a modest season with three cuts in five starts, but her best finish had been a tied-39th at the PIF Saudi Ladies International at the start of the season.

Tvesa, who lost her card last season, will be making her first LET start in 2026, and a good week will give her confidence for the upcoming Investec Women’s South African Open at Royal Cape.

Tvesa will be the first Indian to tee off alongside Ana Dawn of Isle of Mann and Kaiyuree Moodley of South Africa, while Pranavi will play with Emma Spitz of Austria and Marta Martin of Spain.

Diksha will tee off with Luna Sobron Galmes of Spain. Avani plays with Alice Hewson of England and Patricie Mackova of Czech Republic and Hitaashee has been grouped with Alexandra Försterling and England’s Annabell Fuller.

– PTI

Shubhankar opens two-shot lead at Boulders Classic

Shubhankar Sharma took a two-shot lead after two rounds of Boulders Classic.
| Photo Credit:
Special Arrangement

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Shubhankar Sharma took a two-shot lead after two rounds of Boulders Classic.
| Photo Credit:
Special Arrangement

Shubhankar Sharma carded a second consecutive six-under 66 to take a two-shot lead after round two of the inaugural Rs 1 crore Boulders Classic here on Wednesday.

The 29-year-old Shubhankar (66-66), a six-time DP World PGTI winner, is playing his first event on the tour since the Tour Championship in Jamshedpur in December 2021.

He moved to the top of the leaderboard at 12-under 132 with a steady and controlled display over the first two days.

36-year-old Divyanshu Bajaj (69-65) of Kolkata produced an error-free seven-under 65 to climb from tied 14th to solo second at 10-under 134.

Overnight leader Vishesh Sharma (65-70) of Hyderabad slipped to third at nine-under 135 after a round of two-under 70 at the Boulder Hills Golf & Country Club.

Honey Baisoya, a winner on the DP World PGTI this year, broke the course record with an immaculate round of eight-under 64 that propelled him 38 spots from overnight tied 42nd to tied fourth at a total of eight-under 136.

Ajeetesh Sandhu (68) and Anshul Kabthiyal (67) shared fourth place with Baisoya.

Shubhankar fired seven birdies against a lone bogey, closing strongly with back-to-back birdies to build on his opening-round momentum.

Yuvraj Sandhu, one of the pre-tournament favourites, followed his opening round of 73 with a four-under 68 to be placed tied 27th at three-under 141.

The cut fell at even-par 144, with 53 of 131 players advancing to the last two rounds.

– Team Sportstar

TABLE TENNIS

TN, Bengal, Delhi storm into pre-quarters of Jr and Youth National TT

Powerhouses Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Delhi stamped their authority early on, cruising into the pre-quarterfinals from their respective groups in the Under-19 girls’ team event at the UTT Inter-State Junior and Youth National Table Tennis Championships in Dehradun.

With just one round of league matches remaining — Telangana vs Punjab (Group A), Uttarakhand vs Assam (Group B), and PSPBA vs Chandigarh (Group C) — the outcomes will have little impact on the three dominant leaders, who have already sealed their spots.

However, the final round will determine the second qualifiers from each group, adding intrigue to the closing league fixtures.

Elsewhere, Maharashtra (Group D), Uttar Pradesh (Group E), NCOE (Group F), Karnataka (Group G), and Gujarat (Group H) have virtually secured their pre-quarterfinal berths.

Yet, the race for the remaining knockout spots remains intense, particularly in Groups E and F, where the battle for the second qualification place is expected to go down to the wire.

Placed in a tough Group C, hosts Uttarakhand lost their match to West Bengal 0-3, but they can redeem themselves when they take on Assam in their last-round tie later today.

– PTI

FOOTBALL

FC Goa marches into RFDL Final, to face Bengaluru FC

FC Goa officially confirmed its place in the Reliance Foundation Development League 2025-26 final. Despite a narrow 2-1 loss to Punjab FC in the semifinal second leg at the GMC Stadium, in Goa, the Gaurs progressed on aggregate 5-2. 

Punjab’s Vishal Yadav opened the scoring in the 2nd minute, but Goa’s Kavya Sunil Katkar equalised in the 24th. Konsam Sanathoi Singh restored Punjab’s lead late in the 83rd minute, however, it wasn’t enough to overturn the deficit. The match ended with Sitroy Carvalho receiving a red card in stoppage time.

FC Goa now clashes against Bengaluru FC in a highly anticipated final on Saturday.

– Team Sportstar

India U-17 men’s team to play friendlies against United Arab Emirates in Thailand

The Indian U17 men’s team will play two friendly matches against United Arab Emirates on April 17 and 21, in Samut Prakan, Thailand.

The friendlies, part of India and UAE’s preparations for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026, will be played behind closed doors. Both matches will kick off at 16:30 IST at the Windmill Football Club in Samut Prakan, near Bangkok. The 24-member Blue Colts’ squad arrived in Thailand on Wednesday, April 15.

Last month, Bibiano Fernandes’ side had played three friendlies against Thailand (2-2), Indonesia (3-0 win) and Korea Republic (1-2 defeat) in Lopburi, Thailand. Following the games, the Blue Colts continued their training camp in Kolkata.

India U-17 men’s 24-member squad for friendlies against UAE in Thailand:

Goalkeepers: Alok Nishad, Manashjyoti Baruah, Rajrup Sarkar.

Defenders: Abhishek Kumar Mondal, Indra Rana Magar, Korou Meitei Konthoujam, Lawmsangzuala, Md Aimaan Bin, Moosa Ashiq Sofi, Shubham Poonia.

Midfielders: Dallalmuon Gangte, Denny Singh Wangkhem, Diamond Singh Thokchom, Mukundo Singh Ningthoujam, Nitishkumar Meitei Yengkhom.

Forwards: Adil Aman A, Azlaan Shah Kh, Gunleiba Wangkheirakpam, Heeranganba Seram, Lesvin Rebelo, Rahan Ahmed, Raj Singh Wahengbam, Washington Singh Ngangom, Yuvraj Kadam.

India U-17 men’s friendlies schedule:

16:30 IST, April 17: United Arab Emirates vs India

16:30 IST, April 21: United Arab Emirates vs India

– Team Sporstar

Published on Apr 15, 2026

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Deadspin | Jamie Murray, 7-time Grand Slam doubles champ, retires <div id=""><section id="0" class=" w-full"><div class="xl:container mx-0 !px-4 py-0 pb-4 !mx-0 !px-0"><img src="https://images.deadspin.com/tr:w-900/23680855.jpg" srcset="https://images.deadspin.com/tr:w-900/23680855.jpg" alt="Tennis: Wimbledon" class="w-full" fetchpriority="high" loading="eager"/><span class="text-0.8 leading-tight">Jul 4, 2024; London, United Kingdom; Andy Murray (GBR) (R) hugs brother Jamie Murray (L)(GBR) after their match against Rinky Hijikata and John Peers (both AUS)(both not pictured) in gentlemen’s doubles on day four of The Championships Wimbledon 2024 at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images<!-- --> <!-- --> </span></div></section><section id="section-1"> <p>Scotland’s Jamie Murray, a seven-time Grand Slam doubles champion and older brother of Andy Murray, announced his retirement from professional tennis on Wednesday.</p> </section><section id="section-2"> <p>“My tennis journey comes to an end after 36 years,” Jamie Murray, 40, posted on Instagram. “I feel very fortunate and privileged for all the amazing experiences this great sport has given me.</p> </section><section id="section-3"> <p>“Thanks Mum, Dad, Andy, Ale, Alan, Louis and Thomas for all your incredible support, efforts and sacrifices throughout my career that allowed me to achieve everything I could in the game.”</p> </section><br/><section id="section-4"> <p>Murray won 34 career ATP Tour doubles titles, including the Australian Open and U.S. Open in 2016 with Bruno Soares of Brazil. He also win five major titles in mixed doubles: Wimbledon (2007, 2017) and the U.S. Open (2017-19).</p> </section> <section id="section-5"> <p>In 2016, Jamie Murray became the first British player to rise to World No. 1 in the doubles rankings. He helped Great Britain win the Davis Cup in 2015.</p> </section><section id="section-6"> <p>Andy Murray, 38, retired in 2024.</p> </section><section id="section-7"> <p>–Field Level Media</p> </section></div> #Deadspin #Jamie #Murray #7time #Grand #Slam #doubles #champ #retires

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Deadspin | Max Homa hoping to finally carry over Masters success to RBC Heritage Apr 9, 2026; Augusta, Georgia, USA; Max Homa plays his shot from the fifth tee during the first round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images Max Homa has found quite a bit of success the last three years at the Masters. Carrying that over to the RBC Heritage the following week has surprisingly proven a tough challenge. Homa, coming off his third straight result among the top 12 at Augusta National, will look to follow that up with his first top-50 finish since 2020 at Harbour Town Golf Links in Hilton Head Island, S.C. “(Harbour Town) should fit my game really well,” Homa said. “Unfortunately I haven’t played too well here, so hopefully this is the year.” After tying for third at the 2024 Masters, Homa followed with a tie for 55th in the RBC Heritage, a signature event. He followed a tie for 12th last year in Augusta by finishing in 70th out of 72 competitors at the RBC. Homa tied for ninth in this season’s first major, and he seems aware of why his success at Augusta National hasn’t carried over to Hilton Head. It’s a common refrain heard about the tournament immediately after the Masters, and why a number of competitors often skip the event. “That mental toll (the Masters) takes on you is pretty draining,” Homa said. “It is crazy how majors just feel like two weeks on you. Augusta is one of the few physical tests we have in golf. It’s quite a bear to walk and prep for.” Complicating matters for Homa is the fact that his wife and two children under 4 — including one born last August — are with him for the road trip. “It’s definitely interesting how tired I am. Now, granted, I do have two children, and one of them chose not to sleep last night, so it’s taking me longer to get back into, I guess, a fiery mode,” Homa quipped. ” … I would say by (Thursday) I’m sure my energy will be back and I’ll be ready to compete.” Sleep deprived or not, Homa seems to have found something of late after a rocky 2025 season. He wound up last year 111th in the FedEx Cup standings, a far cry from the consecutive top-10 finishes he had in 2022 and 2023. With a top-15 finish at the Cognizant Classic and three other top-40 finishes in addition to another strong Masters showing, Homa has rebounded early this season, sitting in 50th in the FedEx Cup rankings entering this week’s event. He credits a return to working with coach Mark Blackburn as what has helped him trend once more in a positive direction. “I went back to him in, I think, October, and we obviously put a lot of work in in the offseason, and he’s just been amazing,” Homa said of Blackburn. “We communicate so well. He seems very in tune with what makes me tick.” –Field Level Media #Deadspin #Max #Homa #hoping #finally #carry #Masters #success #RBC #HeritageApr 9, 2026; Augusta, Georgia, USA; Max Homa plays his shot from the fifth tee during the first round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Max Homa has found quite a bit of success the last three years at the Masters.

Carrying that over to the RBC Heritage the following week has surprisingly proven a tough challenge.

Homa, coming off his third straight result among the top 12 at Augusta National, will look to follow that up with his first top-50 finish since 2020 at Harbour Town Golf Links in Hilton Head Island, S.C.

“(Harbour Town) should fit my game really well,” Homa said. “Unfortunately I haven’t played too well here, so hopefully this is the year.”

After tying for third at the 2024 Masters, Homa followed with a tie for 55th in the RBC Heritage, a signature event. He followed a tie for 12th last year in Augusta by finishing in 70th out of 72 competitors at the RBC.

Homa tied for ninth in this season’s first major, and he seems aware of why his success at Augusta National hasn’t carried over to Hilton Head.

It’s a common refrain heard about the tournament immediately after the Masters, and why a number of competitors often skip the event.


“That mental toll (the Masters) takes on you is pretty draining,” Homa said. “It is crazy how majors just feel like two weeks on you. Augusta is one of the few physical tests we have in golf. It’s quite a bear to walk and prep for.”

Complicating matters for Homa is the fact that his wife and two children under 4 — including one born last August — are with him for the road trip.

“It’s definitely interesting how tired I am. Now, granted, I do have two children, and one of them chose not to sleep last night, so it’s taking me longer to get back into, I guess, a fiery mode,” Homa quipped. ” … I would say by (Thursday) I’m sure my energy will be back and I’ll be ready to compete.”

Sleep deprived or not, Homa seems to have found something of late after a rocky 2025 season. He wound up last year 111th in the FedEx Cup standings, a far cry from the consecutive top-10 finishes he had in 2022 and 2023.

With a top-15 finish at the Cognizant Classic and three other top-40 finishes in addition to another strong Masters showing, Homa has rebounded early this season, sitting in 50th in the FedEx Cup rankings entering this week’s event.

He credits a return to working with coach Mark Blackburn as what has helped him trend once more in a positive direction.

“I went back to him in, I think, October, and we obviously put a lot of work in in the offseason, and he’s just been amazing,” Homa said of Blackburn. “We communicate so well. He seems very in tune with what makes me tick.”

–Field Level Media

#Deadspin #Max #Homa #hoping #finally #carry #Masters #success #RBC #Heritage">Deadspin | Max Homa hoping to finally carry over Masters success to RBC Heritage Apr 9, 2026; Augusta, Georgia, USA; Max Homa plays his shot from the fifth tee during the first round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images Max Homa has found quite a bit of success the last three years at the Masters. Carrying that over to the RBC Heritage the following week has surprisingly proven a tough challenge. Homa, coming off his third straight result among the top 12 at Augusta National, will look to follow that up with his first top-50 finish since 2020 at Harbour Town Golf Links in Hilton Head Island, S.C. “(Harbour Town) should fit my game really well,” Homa said. “Unfortunately I haven’t played too well here, so hopefully this is the year.” After tying for third at the 2024 Masters, Homa followed with a tie for 55th in the RBC Heritage, a signature event. He followed a tie for 12th last year in Augusta by finishing in 70th out of 72 competitors at the RBC. Homa tied for ninth in this season’s first major, and he seems aware of why his success at Augusta National hasn’t carried over to Hilton Head. It’s a common refrain heard about the tournament immediately after the Masters, and why a number of competitors often skip the event. “That mental toll (the Masters) takes on you is pretty draining,” Homa said. “It is crazy how majors just feel like two weeks on you. Augusta is one of the few physical tests we have in golf. It’s quite a bear to walk and prep for.” Complicating matters for Homa is the fact that his wife and two children under 4 — including one born last August — are with him for the road trip. “It’s definitely interesting how tired I am. Now, granted, I do have two children, and one of them chose not to sleep last night, so it’s taking me longer to get back into, I guess, a fiery mode,” Homa quipped. ” … I would say by (Thursday) I’m sure my energy will be back and I’ll be ready to compete.” Sleep deprived or not, Homa seems to have found something of late after a rocky 2025 season. He wound up last year 111th in the FedEx Cup standings, a far cry from the consecutive top-10 finishes he had in 2022 and 2023. With a top-15 finish at the Cognizant Classic and three other top-40 finishes in addition to another strong Masters showing, Homa has rebounded early this season, sitting in 50th in the FedEx Cup rankings entering this week’s event. He credits a return to working with coach Mark Blackburn as what has helped him trend once more in a positive direction. “I went back to him in, I think, October, and we obviously put a lot of work in in the offseason, and he’s just been amazing,” Homa said of Blackburn. “We communicate so well. He seems very in tune with what makes me tick.” –Field Level Media #Deadspin #Max #Homa #hoping #finally #carry #Masters #success #RBC #Heritage

Deadspin | Nico Hoerner drives in 5 as Cubs blitz Phillies to win series Apr 15, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Chicago Cubs infielder Matt Shaw (42) advances home to score against the Philadelphia Phillies in the third inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images Nico Hoerner had a career-high five RBIs and Shota Imanaga matched a personal best with 11 strikeouts, lifting the visiting Chicago Cubs to an 11-2 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday. Hoerner hit an RBI single in the third inning and later scored on a throwing error. He belted a two-run homer in the fifth and ripped a two-run single in the sixth, giving him 19 hits and 16 RBIs in 13 games this month. Matt Shaw ripped a two-run double and Dansby Swanson launched a solo homer to highlight their respective three-hit performances. The Cubs finished with 15 hits to win the decisive contest of the three-game series and record a second straight victory for just the second time this season. Chicago has totaled 35 runs on 51 hits over the past four games. The power surge was more than enough for Imanaga (1-1), who overcame a leadoff homer by Trea Turner to shut down the Phillies. The left-hander allowed one run on three hits and one walk before exiting after six innings. He threw 97 pitches, 67 of them strikes. Bryce Harper belted a solo homer in the ninth inning for Philadelphia, which mustered just five hits en route to losing for the sixth time in the past eight games. Turner deposited a 0-1 fastball from Imanaga over the wall in center field to open the scoring. Hoerner leveled the contest in the third with an RBI single to center field, driving in Shaw, who had doubled. Hoerner advanced to second base on a walk and came around to score after Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto’s attempted throw to third base sailed into left field. Alex Bregman moved to third on the miscue and scored after Jesus Luzardo (1-3) uncorked a wild pitch, staking Chicago to a 3-1 lead. In the fifth, Hoerner doubled the advantage by sending a first-pitch fastball over the wall in center field for a two-run homer. Shaw’s two-run double in the sixth inning drove Luzardo from the game, and Hoerner’s two-run single closed the book on the pitcher. Luzardo permitted nine runs (eight earned) on in 5 1/3 innings. He yielded a career-high-tying 12 hits while fanning four and walking one. –Field Level Media #Deadspin #Nico #Hoerner #drives #Cubs #blitz #Phillies #win #seriesApr 15, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Chicago Cubs infielder Matt Shaw (42) advances home to score against the Philadelphia Phillies in the third inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Nico Hoerner had a career-high five RBIs and Shota Imanaga matched a personal best with 11 strikeouts, lifting the visiting Chicago Cubs to an 11-2 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday.

Hoerner hit an RBI single in the third inning and later scored on a throwing error. He belted a two-run homer in the fifth and ripped a two-run single in the sixth, giving him 19 hits and 16 RBIs in 13 games this month.

Matt Shaw ripped a two-run double and Dansby Swanson launched a solo homer to highlight their respective three-hit performances.

The Cubs finished with 15 hits to win the decisive contest of the three-game series and record a second straight victory for just the second time this season. Chicago has totaled 35 runs on 51 hits over the past four games.

The power surge was more than enough for Imanaga (1-1), who overcame a leadoff homer by Trea Turner to shut down the Phillies. The left-hander allowed one run on three hits and one walk before exiting after six innings. He threw 97 pitches, 67 of them strikes.


Bryce Harper belted a solo homer in the ninth inning for Philadelphia, which mustered just five hits en route to losing for the sixth time in the past eight games.

Turner deposited a 0-1 fastball from Imanaga over the wall in center field to open the scoring.

Hoerner leveled the contest in the third with an RBI single to center field, driving in Shaw, who had doubled. Hoerner advanced to second base on a walk and came around to score after Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto’s attempted throw to third base sailed into left field.

Alex Bregman moved to third on the miscue and scored after Jesus Luzardo (1-3) uncorked a wild pitch, staking Chicago to a 3-1 lead.

In the fifth, Hoerner doubled the advantage by sending a first-pitch fastball over the wall in center field for a two-run homer.

Shaw’s two-run double in the sixth inning drove Luzardo from the game, and Hoerner’s two-run single closed the book on the pitcher. Luzardo permitted nine runs (eight earned) on in 5 1/3 innings. He yielded a career-high-tying 12 hits while fanning four and walking one.


–Field Level Media

#Deadspin #Nico #Hoerner #drives #Cubs #blitz #Phillies #win #series">Deadspin | Nico Hoerner drives in 5 as Cubs blitz Phillies to win series Apr 15, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Chicago Cubs infielder Matt Shaw (42) advances home to score against the Philadelphia Phillies in the third inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images Nico Hoerner had a career-high five RBIs and Shota Imanaga matched a personal best with 11 strikeouts, lifting the visiting Chicago Cubs to an 11-2 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday. Hoerner hit an RBI single in the third inning and later scored on a throwing error. He belted a two-run homer in the fifth and ripped a two-run single in the sixth, giving him 19 hits and 16 RBIs in 13 games this month. Matt Shaw ripped a two-run double and Dansby Swanson launched a solo homer to highlight their respective three-hit performances. The Cubs finished with 15 hits to win the decisive contest of the three-game series and record a second straight victory for just the second time this season. Chicago has totaled 35 runs on 51 hits over the past four games. The power surge was more than enough for Imanaga (1-1), who overcame a leadoff homer by Trea Turner to shut down the Phillies. The left-hander allowed one run on three hits and one walk before exiting after six innings. He threw 97 pitches, 67 of them strikes. Bryce Harper belted a solo homer in the ninth inning for Philadelphia, which mustered just five hits en route to losing for the sixth time in the past eight games. Turner deposited a 0-1 fastball from Imanaga over the wall in center field to open the scoring. Hoerner leveled the contest in the third with an RBI single to center field, driving in Shaw, who had doubled. Hoerner advanced to second base on a walk and came around to score after Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto’s attempted throw to third base sailed into left field. Alex Bregman moved to third on the miscue and scored after Jesus Luzardo (1-3) uncorked a wild pitch, staking Chicago to a 3-1 lead. In the fifth, Hoerner doubled the advantage by sending a first-pitch fastball over the wall in center field for a two-run homer. Shaw’s two-run double in the sixth inning drove Luzardo from the game, and Hoerner’s two-run single closed the book on the pitcher. Luzardo permitted nine runs (eight earned) on in 5 1/3 innings. He yielded a career-high-tying 12 hits while fanning four and walking one. –Field Level Media #Deadspin #Nico #Hoerner #drives #Cubs #blitz #Phillies #win #series

Deadspin | Liberty re-sign F Betnijah Laney-Hamilton Oct 18, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Liberty forward Betnijah Laney-Hamilton (44) drives past Minnesota Lynx guard Courtney Williams (10) during the second half of game four of the 2024 WNBA Finals at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images The New York Liberty re-signed forward Betnijah Laney-Hamilton to a contract on Wednesday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed by the team for Laney-Hamilton, who helped the Liberty capture the WNBA title in 2024. Laney-Hamilton, however, missed the entire 2025 season after undergoing a procedure in March to repair an acute meniscus injury in her left knee. She sustained that injury while competing in the new Unrivaled 3-on-3 league. “Betnijah Laney-Hamilton is foundational to who we are as an organization,” Liberty general manager Jonathan Kolb said. “Betnijah is a rare player in this league: trusted and respected by her teammates and our fanbase, and feared by the opponents she takes on every night. “Betnijah is as healthy as she’s been in years, and her presence elevates everything we do on both ends of the floor. Quite simply, the WNBA is better when Betnijah is a part of it, and having her back on the floor means a great deal to this franchise.” Laney-Hamilton, 32, averaged 11.8 points, 4.2 rebounds and 3.3 assists in 28 games (25 starts) for New York during the 2024 regular season. She has career averages of 9.5 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 234 games (155 starts) with the Chicago Sky (2015-16), Connecticut Sun (2018), Indiana Fever (2019), Atlanta Dream (2020) and Liberty. Laney-Hamilton was the league’s Most Improved Player in 2020 and made the All-Star team in her first season with New York in 2021. She made the All-Defensive first team in 2020 and the second team in 2023. –Field Level Media #Deadspin #Liberty #resign #Betnijah #LaneyHamiltonOct 18, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Liberty forward Betnijah Laney-Hamilton (44) drives past Minnesota Lynx guard Courtney Williams (10) during the second half of game four of the 2024 WNBA Finals at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

The New York Liberty re-signed forward Betnijah Laney-Hamilton to a contract on Wednesday.

Terms of the deal were not disclosed by the team for Laney-Hamilton, who helped the Liberty capture the WNBA title in 2024.

Laney-Hamilton, however, missed the entire 2025 season after undergoing a procedure in March to repair an acute meniscus injury in her left knee. She sustained that injury while competing in the new Unrivaled 3-on-3 league.

“Betnijah Laney-Hamilton is foundational to who we are as an organization,” Liberty general manager Jonathan Kolb said. “Betnijah is a rare player in this league: trusted and respected by her teammates and our fanbase, and feared by the opponents she takes on every night.


“Betnijah is as healthy as she’s been in years, and her presence elevates everything we do on both ends of the floor. Quite simply, the WNBA is better when Betnijah is a part of it, and having her back on the floor means a great deal to this franchise.”

Laney-Hamilton, 32, averaged 11.8 points, 4.2 rebounds and 3.3 assists in 28 games (25 starts) for New York during the 2024 regular season.

She has career averages of 9.5 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 234 games (155 starts) with the Chicago Sky (2015-16), Connecticut Sun (2018), Indiana Fever (2019), Atlanta Dream (2020) and Liberty.

Laney-Hamilton was the league’s Most Improved Player in 2020 and made the All-Star team in her first season with New York in 2021. She made the All-Defensive first team in 2020 and the second team in 2023.

–Field Level Media

#Deadspin #Liberty #resign #Betnijah #LaneyHamilton">Deadspin | Liberty re-sign F Betnijah Laney-Hamilton Oct 18, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Liberty forward Betnijah Laney-Hamilton (44) drives past Minnesota Lynx guard Courtney Williams (10) during the second half of game four of the 2024 WNBA Finals at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images The New York Liberty re-signed forward Betnijah Laney-Hamilton to a contract on Wednesday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed by the team for Laney-Hamilton, who helped the Liberty capture the WNBA title in 2024. Laney-Hamilton, however, missed the entire 2025 season after undergoing a procedure in March to repair an acute meniscus injury in her left knee. She sustained that injury while competing in the new Unrivaled 3-on-3 league. “Betnijah Laney-Hamilton is foundational to who we are as an organization,” Liberty general manager Jonathan Kolb said. “Betnijah is a rare player in this league: trusted and respected by her teammates and our fanbase, and feared by the opponents she takes on every night. “Betnijah is as healthy as she’s been in years, and her presence elevates everything we do on both ends of the floor. Quite simply, the WNBA is better when Betnijah is a part of it, and having her back on the floor means a great deal to this franchise.” Laney-Hamilton, 32, averaged 11.8 points, 4.2 rebounds and 3.3 assists in 28 games (25 starts) for New York during the 2024 regular season. She has career averages of 9.5 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 234 games (155 starts) with the Chicago Sky (2015-16), Connecticut Sun (2018), Indiana Fever (2019), Atlanta Dream (2020) and Liberty. Laney-Hamilton was the league’s Most Improved Player in 2020 and made the All-Star team in her first season with New York in 2021. She made the All-Defensive first team in 2020 and the second team in 2023. –Field Level Media #Deadspin #Liberty #resign #Betnijah #LaneyHamilton

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