Sports Bulletin For November 17: Here are today's top sports headlines-from Shubman Gill's injury update and Sourav Ganguly's strong message to Gautam
Gambhir, to East Bengal's winning start in Asia and Jannik Sinner's dominant ATP Finals defence, plus World Cup qualification updates.
1) Shubman Gill Leaves Hospital in Cervical Collar as India Await Fitness Verdict
India's Test captain Shubman Gill has been discharged from a Kolkata hospital after suffering a neck injury during the opening Test against South Africa. A video of him leaving the facility with a cervical collar has raised fresh doubts over his participation in the second Test in Guwahati starting Saturday.
2) Shami Deserves A Place, Can Win Matches: Sourav Ganguly Tells Gautam Gambhir To Bring Back Star Pacer
Former captain Sourav Ganguly backed head coach Gautam Gambhir but urged him to rethink team selection and home pitch preparation after India's loss to South Africa. Ganguly stressed that Mohammed Shami should return to the Test XI, saying the senior pacer-along with India's spinners-remains crucial to winning red-ball games.
3) Rajasthan Royals Bring Back Kumar Sangakkara as Head Coach for IPL 2026
Rajasthan Royals have confirmed that Kumar Sangakkara will resume his role as head coach for IPL 2026, marking his comeback after previously serving four seasons. The announcement comes as part of the franchise's broader overhaul ahead of December's mega auction.
4) India and Pakistan Blind Women Cricketers Share Warm Moment, Embrace With Handshake Over Rivalry
In a rare show of camaraderie, India and Pakistan's blind women cricketers exchanged warm greetings after their T20 match in Sri Lanka on November 16, despite recent tensions between teams from both nations. India chased down 135 in 10.2 overs to secure an eight-wicket win and ended the game with mutual applause and respect.
5) East Bengal Shine in Wuhan, Beat Bam Khatoon 3-1 in AFC Women's Champions League Opener
East Bengal opened their AFC Women's Champions League Group B campaign on a strong note, securing a 3-1 victory over Iran's Bam Khatoon at the Hankou Cultural Sports Centre in Wuhan on Monday.
6) Jannik Sinner Retains ATP Finals Crown, Outduels Carlos Alcaraz to Cap Remarkable Comeback Season
Jannik Sinner ended a roller-coaster season on a high, outclassing Carlos Alcaraz 7-6(4), 7-5 in Turin to retain his ATP Finals title.
7) Indian Badminton Icon Saina Nehwal Joins Miss Universe 2025 Judges' Panel
Indian badminton icon Saina Nehwal has been named to the judging panel for Miss Universe 2025, which will take place in Thailand, the organisers announced on Sunday. "Saina Nehwal joins our Selection Committee for the 74th Miss Universe Competition," they shared on Instagram.
8) Portugal, Norway Qualify For FIFA World Cup 2026
Portugal and Norway have qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026 following a 9-1 win over Armenia and a 4-1 victory over Norway respectively.
