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IPL 2024: RR's Boult continues powerplay decline during KKR clash, a look at his figures

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 16, 2024 11:29:03 PM IST

Rajasthan Royals (RR) pacer Trent Boult continued his declining powerplay bowling performance during the Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens on Tuesday. ... read..

"Everything happened so quickly...": DC's Fraser-McGurk opens on rise to stardom

New Delhi | April 16, 2024 11:28:51 PM IST

Australian and Delhi Capitals (DC) batter Jake Fraser McGurk opened up to his rise to stardom in recent months, saying that "everything has happened so quickly." ... read..

IPL 2024: Sunil Narine blazes his way to 49-ball ton, powers KKR to 223/6 against RR

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 16, 2024 11:28:46 PM IST

Star bowling allrounder Sunil Narine's blazing 109-run knock powered Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to 223/6 against the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match at the iconic Eden Gardens on Tuesday. ... read..

"Want to give team good start, then keep going": KKR's Narine after maiden T20 ton against RR

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 16, 2024 11:28:30 PM IST

With his explosive maiden T20 century against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in his side's Indian Premier League (IPL) match, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) bowling all-rounder Sunil Narine has said that team mentor gave him confidence and assurance that he would ope ... read..

"He's winning hearts": Aakash Chopra gushes about Dinesh Karthik's brilliant IPL run

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 16, 2024 11:28:28 PM IST

Following the IPL clash with the SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in which he rolled back the years with a blazing innings, raising visions of an improbable win for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), former India opener Aakash Chopra came out in wholesome pr ... read..

"BCCI needs to enforce sale...": Tennis great Mahesh Bhupathi fumes at RCB over string of losses

New Delhi | April 16, 2024 9:29:43 PM IST

With the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) staring at another gloomy season in the IPL and placed at the bottom of the points table, tennis great Mahesh Bhupathi asked the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to 'enforce' the sale of the franchise ... read..

In IPL you can't just be good, you've to be very good every day: DC Head Coach Ponting ahead of GT clash

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | April 16, 2024 9:29:39 PM IST

After a six-wicket win in their previous outing, the Delhi Capitals will look to keep the momentum going when they take on Gujarat Titans in their next match of the IPL 2024 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Wednesday. ... read..

Gurgaon Open 2024: Mani Ram dominates round one with a scorching nine-under 63

Nuh (Haryana) | April 16, 2024 9:29:34 PM IST

Karnal's Mani Ram dominated round one with a scorching nine-under 63 to lead by two shots at the Gurgaon Open 2024 being played at the Classic Golf & Country Club in Nuh, Haryana. ... read..

"It's not going to work every game": SRH skipper Cummins on 25-run win over RCB

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 16, 2024 9:29:17 PM IST

Following his side's win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in a run-fest of an Indian Premier League (IPL) match, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) skipper Pat Cummins warned the players and said that it won't work in every game. ... read..

Pakistan legend Mushtaq Ahmed becomes Bangladesh's spin bowling coach

New Delhi | April 16, 2024 9:29:05 PM IST

Former Pakistan cricketer and legend Mushtaq Ahmed joined the Bangladesh men's team on Tuesday as their new spin bowling coach ahead of the T20I series against Zimbabwe. ... read..

Pat Cummins, Nat Sciver Brunt named as Wisden Leading Cricketers in the World

London | April 16, 2024 8:30:54 PM IST

Australian skipper Pat Cummins and England all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt have been named as the Wisden Leading Cricketers in the World in the 2024 edition of Wisden Cricketers' Almanck, published on Tuesday. ... read..

Usain Bolt heads Global Sports Stars attending Laureus 2024 in Madrid

Madrid | April 16, 2024 8:30:53 PM IST

Usain Bolt, the greatest sprinter of all time, heads the sporting legends attending this year's Laureus World Sports Awards, the most prestigious honours event on the international sporting calendar. ... read..

Wolvaardt, Brits, Kapp rise in latest ICC Women's ODI rankings

Dubai | April 16, 2024 8:30:30 PM IST

South Africa's Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, and Marizanne Kapp have been the biggest winners in the latest ICC Women's ODI Player Rankings, as per ICC. ... read..

"We will come back stronger, every game like semi-final for us": RCB's Andy Flower

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 16, 2024 8:30:27 PM IST

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) produced a spritied fight with the bat while chasing a mammoth target of 288 runs in their previous Indian Premier League (IPL) contest at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, and head coach Andy Flower said they will take positive ... read..

"Better they play 11 batters, Virat wouldn't have conceded this many runs...": Srikkanth slams RCB bowling in SRH match

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 16, 2024 8:30:02 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer Kris Srikkanth lashed out at the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) bowlers for their poor performance against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and the Indian Premier League (IPL) season so far, remarking that even Virat Kohli, who has ... read..

Every Indian shuttler has got their chance: Prannoy on winning Olympic medal in Paris

By Vivek Prabhakar Singh New Delhi | April 16, 2024 8:29:51 PM IST

World Championship medallist HS Prannoy believes that Indian shuttlershave the potential to win medals in every participating event of badminton in the Paris Olympics 2024. For the first time, two Indian players are going to compete in men's singles in th ... read..

"Captain I want to win matches for....": RR players, personnel praise Samson as he celebrates 10 years with franchise

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 16, 2024 8:29:16 PM IST

Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) clash against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Rajashthan Royals players Yuzvendra Chahal and Riyan Parag, Director of Cricket Kumar Sangakkara and other franchise personnel heaped praise on skipper Sanju Samson, w ... read..

"His shots were magnificent...": RP Singh on Head's match-winning ton against RCB

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 16, 2024 8:29:14 PM IST

Former Indian pacer RP Singh lauded Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) opener Travis Head for his knock against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), saying that his shots were "magnificent" and nobody could execute a yorker against him. ... read..

IPL 2024: RR win toss, opt to bowl first against KKR

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 16, 2024 8:29:12 PM IST

Rajasthan Royal skipper Sanju Samson won the toss and elected to bowl first in the 31st encounter of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Eden Gardens on Tuesday. ... read..

"Can't accept this kind of behaviour": Chelsea coach Pochettino on players clash over penalty

New Delhi | April 16, 2024 5:29:20 PM IST

Chelsea head coach Mauricio Pochettino sent a strict warning to Nicolas Jackson and Noni Madueke after the duo clashed with Cole Palmer over a penalty during the Premier League clash against Everton. ... read..

India will improve Tokyo tally in Paris Olympics, government nurturing sports: World Champion Powerlifter Gaurav

New Delhi | April 16, 2024 5:29:12 PM IST

India's World Champion Powerlifter Gaurav Sharma believes that India will win a rich haul of medals at the Paris Olympics, following the support and foreign exposure provided to athletes by the Central government in recent years. ... read..

Indian swimmers Bharat Sachdeva, Shaashwat Sharma complete one-way Ram Setu Open Water Swimming Expedition

Dhanushkoti (Tamil Nadu) | April 16, 2024 5:29:06 PM IST

Celebrating the spirit of athleticism, grit and determination, two celebrated Indian swimmers, Bharat Sachdeva and Shaaswat Sharma on Monday swam across the 32-km challenging stretch of Palk Strait (Ram Setu) within the clocked time of 10 hours 30 minutes ... read..

Sporting Club Bengaluru emerge I-League 2 champions

New Delhi | April 16, 2024 5:29:04 PM IST

Sporting Club Bengaluru were crowned champions of the 2023-24 I-League 2 with two rounds to spare as they beat Sudeva Delhi FC 1-0 at the Ambedkar Stadium in New Delhi on Monday. The Golden Tigers have been promoted to the I-League 2024-25 for the first t ... read..

"Memorable moment": Deepika Soreng on winning Asunta Lakra Award for Upcoming Player of the Year

New Delhi | April 16, 2024 5:28:45 PM IST

Deepika Soreng, forward for the India Women's Hockey Team, extended her heartfelt gratitude to Hockey India for bestowing upon her the esteemed Hockey India Asunta Lakra Award for Upcoming Player of the Year during the Hockey India 6th Annual Awards 2023 ... read..

"I am not happy": GT spinner Rashid Khan on his wicket tally in IPL 2024

New Delhi | April 16, 2024 4:28:59 PM IST

Gujarat Titans star spinner Rashid Khan stated that he isn't "happy" with his wickets tally in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) but is happy to play "little" roles, which helps his team to clinch victory. ... read..

"He bowls it like a spinner": McClenaghan decodes "effective" slower bouncer of Pat Cummins

New Delhi | April 16, 2024 4:28:49 PM IST

Former Mumbai Indians pacer Mitchell McClenaghan decoded Sunrisers Hyderabad skipper Pat Cummins's slower bouncer and revealed the factors that make it more effective in comparison to other bowlers. ... read..

IPL 2024: T20 records tumble during RCB-SRH run fest

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 16, 2024 3:30:21 PM IST

Records tumbled as boundaries rained at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium during the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's clash with SunRisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League (IPL). ... read..

Bihar Cricket Association forms Women's Cricket Development Committee to empower women's players

Patna (Bihar) | April 16, 2024 3:29:07 PM IST

The Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) has taken a significant step towards fostering the growth of women's cricket in the state by establishing a Women's Cricket Development Committee. The Committee's primary aim is to encourage and support the participatio ... read..

After SRH bashing, former India spinner raises his concerns over RCB's bowling unit

New Delhi | April 16, 2024 3:28:07 PM IST

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh voiced his concerns regarding Royal Challengers Bengaluru's bowling unit, which conceded the highest total in the history of the Indian Premier League against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. ... read..

"Little inside joke": Travis Head opens up about his celebration after scoring ton against RCB

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 16, 2024 11:28:47 AM IST

Sunrisers Hyderabad batter Travis Head revealed that his celebration after completing the century against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) was for head coach Daniel Vettori. ... read..

"Bad game to miss; would have been nice...": Glenn Maxwell on missing out SRH clash

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 16, 2024 10:27:44 AM IST

Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder Glenn Maxwell revealed that he elected to take a break from the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) as he looks to refresh himself physically and mentally but acknowledged that the game against Sunrisers Hyderabad w ... read..

Youths from unsurveyed Abujhmad in naxal-hit Narayanpur shining as footballers

By Sandeep Pradhan Narayanpur (Chhattisgarh) | April 16, 2024 9:29:05 AM IST

Youths from unsurveyed Abujhmad, the area that is being considered a stronghold of naxals in the worst insurgency-hit Narayanpur district in Chhattisgarh, are all set to shine, shock and motivate several others with their football skills during a tourname ... read..

ISL 2023-24: Mohun Bagan Super Giant overwhelm Mumbai City FC to lift League Shield

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 16, 2024 9:29:03 AM IST

Mohun Bagan Super Giant became the Indian Super League (ISL) Champions and clinched the coveted title by defeating Mumbai City FC by 2-1 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata. ... read..

"Wish I was a batter...": SRH skipper Cummins after win over RCB

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 16, 2024 4:29:15 AM IST

Following his side's win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in a run-fest of an Indian Premier League (IPL) match, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) skipper Pat Cummins hilariously remarked that he wishes he was a batter. ... read..

BCB extends Mustafizur Rahman's IPL stay for CSK vs PBKS clash

New Delhi | April 16, 2024 4:29:11 AM IST

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has extended Mustafizur Rahman's No-Objection Certificate (NOC) for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by one day. Instead of returning to Bangladesh on April 30, he will also be available for the team's May 1 match against t ... read..

Yuzvendra Chahal on verge of achieving 200 IPL wickets

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 16, 2024 3:27:24 AM IST

Ahead of the fixture against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Rajasthan Royals (RR) leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal is on the verge of achieving 200 wickets in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL). ... read..

"No way to hide when confidence is low": RCB skipper Faf reflects on bowling woes following SRH loss

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 16, 2024 2:28:04 AM IST

Following his side's loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) skipper Faf Du Plessis lauded the batters for not giving up during a tough chase of 288 runs but said that bowlers giving 30-40 extra runs proved costly for the team ... read..

Derek Underwood, Legendary England spinner, dies at 78

Kent | April 16, 2024 2:28:00 AM IST

Derek Underwood, the legendary England spinner and ICC Hall of Famer, has died at the age of 78. ... read..

Special Olympics Bharat organises grand send-off ceremony for Indian contingent ahead of Unified Football Tournament 2024 Dhaka

New Delhi | April 15, 2024 11:58:58 PM IST

Special Olympics Bharat on Monday organised a grand send-off ceremony for their Indian contingent that will be travelling to Dhaka for the Special Olympics South Asia 7-a-side Unified Football Tournament 2024. The event is scheduled to take place in Dhaka ... read..

SRH's Travis Head slams fourth fastest IPL century, scores 104 against RCB

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 15, 2024 11:58:53 PM IST

Australian and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) batter Travis Head smashed the fourth-fastest century in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and the fastest for his franchise. ... read..

IPL 2024: KKR aim to continue unbeaten run at Edens, lock horns with RR in top-of-table clash

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 15, 2024 11:58:12 PM IST

Table-toppers Rajasthan Royals (RR) will meet second-placed Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Tuesday. ... read..

"Our scores need a 3 in front now": Travis Head after SRH's record-breaking 287

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 15, 2024 11:57:56 PM IST

Following a marvellous century against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) opener Travis Head asserted that the franchise is eyeing 300 now after registering the highest total in Indian Premier League (IPL). ... read..

India to start Thomas Cup title defence against Thailand on April 27

New Delhi | April 15, 2024 10:58:55 PM IST

The schedule for the upcoming Thomas Cup and Uber Cup badminton tournaments was unveiled by the Badminton World Federation (BWF) on Monday, with India scheduled to start their Thomas Cup title defence against Thailand on April 27 and also face Canada on t ... read..

IPL 2024: Head's explosive ton guides SRH to 287/3 against RCB, smash highest total in tournament history

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 15, 2024 10:58:53 PM IST

An explosive century by Travis Head and a half-century by Heinrich Klaasen were the highlights as Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) posted 287/3, the highest total of the Indian Premier League (IPL) history in their match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) ... read..

BCCI announces India women's squad for T20I series against Bangladesh

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 15, 2024 10:58:22 PM IST

The Board of Council for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the Indian women's cricket team squad on Monday for the five-match T20I series against Bangladesh. ... read..

"The form you have shown.....": MI coach Boucher praises Rohit after valiant ton against CSK

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 15, 2024 9:59:17 PM IST

Mumbai Indians (MI) batter Rohit Sharma received the dressing room 'Player of the Match' award from head coach Mark Boucher following his side's 20-run loss to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ... read..

IPL 2024: RCB win toss, opt to bowl first against SRH

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 15, 2024 9:59:00 PM IST

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) skipper Faf Du Plessis won the toss and elected to bowl first against SunRisers Hyderabad at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Monday. ... read..

"Hopefully can give something to cheer for": HS Pronoy ahead of Paris Olympics 2024

New Delhi | April 15, 2024 9:58:42 PM IST

Indian shuttler HS Prannoy has backed his badminton contingent for the Paris Olympics 2024 and went on to say that the team will try its best to give something to the fans to cheer for in the upcoming mega event. ... read..

HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala becomes first Indian venue with hybrid pitch technology

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | April 15, 2024 9:58:37 PM IST

The Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) has always been at the forefront of adopting technological advancements in cricket. Recently, HPCA, the governing body of cricket in the state, has taken an exciting initiative to introduce hybrid pitch tech ... read..

A look at journey of Shivam Dube's game against pace in IPL

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 15, 2024 9:58:35 PM IST

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) all-rounder Shivam Dube is having a stunning Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, where he has dominated pace and spin attacks alike, smashing them for some majestic sixes into the stands. ... read..

IPL 2024: Abhishek Sharma overtakes Bairstow to become SRH's fifth-highest run-getter

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 15, 2024 9:58:10 PM IST

Opener Abhishek Sharma overtook England batter Jonny Bairstow to become the fifth-highest run-getter for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Indian Premier League. ... read..

Marini fights for points in complicated Americas GP

Austin | April 15, 2024 7:58:45 PM IST

A difficult weekend in Texas came to a close for the Repsol Honda Team as Luca Marini battled for points and Joan Mir escaped injury in a mid-race crash. ... read..

Tsitsipas thanks fans for "sticking by his side" following Monte Carlo Masters win

Monte Carlo | April 15, 2024 7:58:34 PM IST

Following his title win at the Monte Carlo Masters tennis tournament, Greek tennis player Stefanos Tsitsipas thanked the fans for "sticking by his side". ... read..

At 50, senior bureaucrat wins National Powerlifting medals, breaks records

New Delhi | April 15, 2024 7:58:28 PM IST

While the majority of world thinks of early retirement at 50, a senior woman bureaucrat in Delhi has proven that when it comes to fitness, age is just a number and you can continue to be on the top with hard work and dedication. ... read..

Scottie Scheffler wins again, taking second Masters in three years, Bhatia is T-35 and Theegala T-45

Augusta | April 15, 2024 7:58:04 PM IST

World no 1 Scottie Scheffler lived up to his billing with a four-shot victory at the Masters Tournament to win a second Green Jacket in three years at Augusta National Golf Club. ... read..

SRH vs RCB: A battle of finishers between Heinrich Klaasen and Dinesh Karthik

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 15, 2024 5:59:21 PM IST

As the 2016 Indian Premier League (IPL) finalists Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) take on a highly-anticipated clash at Bengaluru, all eyes will be on team's two respective finishers, Heinrich Klaasen and Dinesh Karthik. ... read..

RCB's Virat Kohli refines his shots ahead of IPL 2024 clash against SRH

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 15, 2024 5:59:02 PM IST

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) opener Virat Kohli was seen refining his shots during a net session ahead of the most important fixture of the side against SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. ... read..

IPL 2024: SRH's Abhishek Sharma opens up on favourite teammate, cricketing idol, music playlist

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 15, 2024 5:58:29 PM IST

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) all-rounder Abhishek Sharma opened up on his cricketing idol, favourite stadiums, and favourite teammate in a rapid-fire Q&A session ahead of his side's clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Monday. ... read..

CSK bowling consultant Simmons not "surprised" to see yet another "unbelievable MS Dhoni moment "

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 15, 2024 3:59:23 PM IST

Chennai Super Kings bowling consultant Eric Simmons lavished praise on MS Dhoni following his game-changing performance against Mumbai Indians in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. ... read..

Not Dube or Pathirana, Harbhajan names this star as IPL 'El Clasico' game changer

New Delhi | April 15, 2024 3:59:10 PM IST

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh named MS Dhoni's four-ball cameo as the game-changing moment of the latest edition of the IPL's 'El Clasico' at the Wankhede Stadium. ... read..

Wasim Jaffer labels Hardik's decision to bowl final over ahead of Madhwal as "debatable"

New Delhi | April 15, 2024 3:58:46 PM IST

Former India cricketer Wasim Jaffer feels that Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya's decision to bowl the 20th over instead of Akash Madhwal in the Chennai Super Kings innings was a "debatable" decision. ... read..

Travis Head set to play with Smith at Washington Freedom in MLC 2024

New Delhi | April 15, 2024 3:58:17 PM IST

Australia star opener Travis Head will join his compatriot Steven Smith at the Washington Freedom for the upcoming edition of Major League Cricket 2024. ... read..

"Strong shot of changing colour of medal at Olympics": India shuttler Ashwini Ponnappa

New Delhi | April 15, 2024 3:57:44 PM IST

Shuttler Ashwini Ponnappa believes that the Indian contingent has a strong shot changing the colour of the medal in the upcoming Paris Olympics. ... read..

Asian Wrestling Championships 2024: Anju, Harshita shine with silver medal wins, Antim settles for bronze

Bishkek | April 15, 2024 10:58:54 AM IST

India wrestlers Anju and Harshita produced remarkable performances as they bagged a silver medal each in the Asian Wrestling Championships 2024 in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. ... read..

Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen end Bayern Munich's 11-year dominance by clinching their first Bundesliga title

Leverkusen | April 15, 2024 10:58:39 AM IST

Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen won the first Bundesliga title and ended Bayern Munich's 11-year reign as champion following their 5-0 win over Werder Bremen. ... read..

"When Hardik comes out on top, I'll sit back, watch everyone sing his praises": MI coach Pollard

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 15, 2024 10:58:23 AM IST

Mumbai Indians batting coach, Kieron Pollard, backed Hardik Pandya after he struggled throughout IPL's 'El Clasico', which saw Chennai Super Kings walk away with a 20-run win in the ongoing season. ... read..

MI skipper Hardik Pandya names player who turned out to be difference in IPL's 'El Clasico'

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 15, 2024 8:57:39 AM IST

Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya feels Matheesha Pathirana turned out to be the "difference" in the IPL's 'El Clasico,' which ended with the Chennai Super Kings emerging triumphant. ... read..

"That young wicketkeeper scoring three sixes...": Chennai skipper Gaikwad pays tongue-in-cheek compliment to MSD

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 15, 2024 1:58:03 AM IST

Following his side's 20-run win over arch-rivals Mumbai Indians (MI) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, in a tongue-in-cheek reference to talisman MS Dhoni, said his hat-trick of sixes in the fin ... read..

IPL 2024: Rohit becomes first Indian to hit 500 T20 sixes, hits 2nd IPL ton in losing cause

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 15, 2024 1:58:02 AM IST

India and Mumbai Indians (MI) star batter Rohit Sharma became the first Indian to smash 500 sixes in T20 cricket. ... read..

"Discuss everything with these guys": Mohammad Nabi on Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah ahead of IPL clash

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 14, 2024 2:28:31 PM IST

Ahead of the clash against the defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Mumbai Indians all-rounder Mohammad Nabi said that he discusses the game plan with Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah as they both are senio ... read..

"He could be out of action for at least 7-10 days": Sanjay Bangar gives update on Shikhar Dhawan's injury

Mullanpur (Punjab) | April 14, 2024 1:28:01 PM IST

Following the defeat against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, the Cricket Director of Punjab Kings (PBKS) Sanjay Bangar provided an update on Shikhar Dhawan's shoulder injury saying that he could be ruled out of the tournamen ... read..

New Zealand team arrives in Islamabad ahead of five-match T20I series against Pakistan

Islamabad | April 14, 2024 1:27:55 PM IST

The New Zealand men's cricket team arrived in Islamabad on Sunday ahead of their five-match T20I series against Pakistan which will kick off on April 18. ... read..

"He will likely be back by then": Rovman Powell gives update on Buttler's return

Mullanpur (Punjab) | April 14, 2024 12:27:27 PM IST

Following the win against Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Rajasthan Royals all-rounder Rovman Powell provided an update on Jos Buttler saying that he will be back for the franchise's next game against Kolkata Knight Riders on Tuesday ... read..

Northeast United FC finish seventh with a clinical win over Odisha FC

Guwahati (Assam) | April 14, 2024 12:27:18 PM IST

NorthEast United FC bowed out of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 on a high with a resounding 3-0 victory against Odisha FC at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati on Saturday. ... read..

"It's a blessing and a curse": Shimron Hetymer on smashing sixes during PBKS clash in IPL 2024

Mullanpur (Punjab) | April 14, 2024 12:27:14 PM IST

Following his match-winning performance against Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Rajasthan Royals (RR) batter Shimron Hetmyer said that hitting sixes is a "blessing" as well as a "curse". ... read..

Top-two berth in sight for FC Goa as they host Chennaiyin FC

Fatorda (Goa) | April 14, 2024 12:27:12 PM IST

As the ISL 2023-24 season nears its climax, FC Goa and Chennaiyin FC prepare for a monumental clash at the Fatorda on April 14, Sunday, at 7:30 pm IST. With both teams eyeing their respective objectives, this match promises to be a thrilling encounter fil ... read..

Asian Wrestling Championships 2024: Radhika wins silver medal; Shivanee Pawar settles for bronze

Bishkek | April 14, 2024 10:28:22 AM IST

India's 23-year-old wrestler Radhika won the silver medal in the women's 68kg category at the Asian Wrestling Championships 2024 in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan on Saturday. ... read..

Billie Jean King Cup 2024: India stay in Group I after 2-1 defeat to New Zealand

Changsha | April 13, 2024 11:29:55 PM IST

The Indian women's team concluded its challenge at the Billie Jean King Cup 2024 Asia/Oceania Group 1 with a 2-1 loss to New Zealand in Changsha, China on Saturday. ... read..

IPL 2024: RR wins toss, elects to field first against PBKS; Curran leading Punjab in Dhawan's absence

Mullanpur (Punjab) | April 13, 2024 11:29:52 PM IST

Rajasthan Royals (RR) skipper Sanju Samson won the toss and elected to field first against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match at Mullanpur Stadium here on Saturday. ... read..

Nepal's Dipendra Airee becomes third player to smash six sixes in an over in T20Is

Al Amerat | April 13, 2024 11:29:40 PM IST

Nepal batter Dipendra Singh Airee became the fifth international cricketer to hit six sixes in an over, after West Indies' great Kieron Pollard and Indian legend Yuvraj Singh. ... read..

Indian men's hockey team whitewashed in Test series against Australia, lose 2-3 in final game

Perth | April 13, 2024 11:29:31 PM IST

In a tightly contested fifth and final match of the five-game Test series, the Indian Men's Hockey Team suffered a narrow 2-3 defeat against Australia on Saturday. ... read..

"Made for each other": MS Dhoni poses with Cricket World Cup Trophy in Mumbai

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2024 11:29:29 PM IST

Sending millions of India into nostalgia and a trip down memory lane, legendary Indian World Cup-winning skipper MS Dhoni posed with the ICC Cricket World Cup trophy at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) headquarters in Mumbai on Saturday. ... read..

"T20 all about bowlers getting hit, Starc will make impact..": KKR mentor Gambhir backs pacer ahead of LSG clash

Kolkata (West Bengal) | April 13, 2024 11:29:12 PM IST

Ahead of his side's Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Lucknow Super Giant (LSG) at the home arena of Eden Gardens, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) mentor Gautam Gambhir backed his side's Rs 24.75 crore superstar pacer Mitchell Starc to come good in up ... read..

IPL 2024: Avesh, Keshav help RR restrict PBKS to 147/8, Ashutosh fires quick cameo

Mullanpur (Punjab) | April 13, 2024 11:28:37 PM IST

Fiery spells from Avesh Khan and Keshav Maharaj kept the wickets falling at regular intervals while a cameo from Ashutosh Sharma powered Punjab Kings (PBKS) to a respectable 147/8 in their 20 overs against Rajasthan Royals (RR) at Mullanpur Stadium on Sat ... read..

IPL 2024: Matheesha Pathirana could miss MI clash, close to match fitness: CSK coach Fleming

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2024 11:28:23 PM IST

Ahead of his side's Indian Premier League (IPL) clash against arch-rivals Mumbai Indians (MI), Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming hinted that pacer Matheesha Pathirana could miss the highly-anticipated game, though his injury is not as b ... read..

"It was truly an honour to discuss rapid rise of Esports in India with PM Modi": Animesh Aggarwal

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2024 11:28:18 PM IST

Following the interaction with Prime Miniter Narendra Modi, founder and CEO of 8Bit Creatives and co-founder of S8UL, Animesh Aggarwal, said that it was truly an honour to discuss the rapid rise of Esports in India with the PM. ... read..

IPL 2024: PBKS batter Ashutosh Sharma opens up on cricketing journey, role models, facing pressure

Mullanpur (Punjab) | April 13, 2024 7:28:06 PM IST

Ahead of his side's Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Rajasthan Royals (RR), Punjab Kings' (PBKS) uncapped Indian batter Ashutosh Sharma opened up on his cricketing journey, role models and how he thrives under pressure situations. ... read..

"It's good news for Punjab as well as India": Aakash Chopra on Arsdeep Singh's performance

Mullanpur (Punjab) | April 13, 2024 7:28:02 PM IST

Ahead of the fixture against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League 2024 on Saturday, former India opener Aakash Chopra feels that if Punjab Kings (PBKS) seamer Arshdeep Singh performs well it will not only be great for his franchise but for t ... read..

Olympic qualification: Strong field first challenge for India's women air pistol shooters in Rio

Rio de Janeiro | April 13, 2024 5:30:28 PM IST

A world-class 52-strong field will only be the first challenge that India's women 10m air pistol shooters Palak, Surbhi Rao and Sainyam, will have to overcome in their quest for a Paris Olympic quota place at the International Shooting Sport Federation (I ... read..

2nd Olympic qualifiers: Dev, Panghal to lead India's challenge as BFI names 9-member squad

New Delhi | April 13, 2024 5:30:19 PM IST

The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has selected nine boxers, including 2022 Commonwealth Games champion Amit Panghal (51kg) and World Championships bronze medallist Nishant Dev (71kg), to represent India at the second World Qualification Tournament of P ... read..

"It was crucial to get wickets in middle overs": Kuldeep Yadav on victory against Lucknow Super Giants

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 13, 2024 5:29:38 PM IST

Following his match-winning performance against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the Indian Premier League match on Friday, Delhi Capitals' (DC) left-arm spinner Kuldeep Yadav said it is crucial to take wickets in the middle overs to control the run rate. ... read..

Delhi: Cricket Association for Blind hosts talent hunt for visually impaired players

New Delhi | April 13, 2024 5:29:28 PM IST

The Cricket Association for the Blind in Delhi, an arm of the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI), is organising a talent hunt for visually impaired cricketers in collaboration with Shaheed Bhagat Singh College from April 11 to April 14. ... read..

Punjab FC goalkeeper leads team to penalties victory in regional final

New Delhi | April 13, 2024 5:29:06 PM IST

After a 1-1 draw in the first 90 minutes of play, Punjab FC secured a 5-4 win over Bhaichung Bhutia Football School in penalty shootouts at the Vedas International School on Friday. Goals from either side in the first half took the teams into a shootout, ... read..

"Trying to find the middle of bat, not swing too hard": Jake-Fraser McGurk on his fiery knock for Delhi Capitals

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 13, 2024 5:28:29 PM IST

Delhi Capitals (DC) batter Jake Fraser-McGurk, who scored a half-century in his debut match, said he was looking to find the middle of the bat and not swing it too hard. ... read..

Aakash Chopra hails Jake Fraser-McGurk on his brilliant performance against LSG

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 13, 2024 5:28:16 PM IST

Former India opener Aakash Chopra has hailed the young Delhi Capitals (DC) batter Jake Fraser-McGurk for his marvellous innings against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. ... read..

IPL 2024: RR's Jos Buttler reveals Bollywood actor he'd love to see in his biopic in fun Q/A session

Mullanpur (Punjab) | April 13, 2024 5:28:10 PM IST

Rajasthan Royals (RR) teammates Jos Buttler and Trent Boult revealed some of their favourite TV shows, actors they would like to play their characters in a biopic and some Indian Premier League (IPL) and cricketing favourites ahead of the Punjab Kings (PB ... read..

Akshay Bhatia, Sahith Theegala make cut; Scheffler among three leaders as Woods sets another record at Augusta

Augusta | April 13, 2024 1:28:07 PM IST

Indian-Americans Akshay Bhatia and Sahith Theegala handled the tough and windy conditions at the Augusta National Golf Club to make the 36-hole cut in the 88th Masters. ... read..

"We were 10-20 runs short": LSG's Ayush Badoni on loss to DC

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | April 13, 2024 1:27:57 PM IST

Following the defeat against Delhi Capitals (DC), Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) middle-order batter Ayush Badoni said his team lost the fixture as they were 10-20 runs short. ... read..

I-League: Noufal shines as Gokulam slam six past TRAU to end campaign

Kozhikode (Kerala) | April 13, 2024 1:27:47 PM IST

Gokulam Kerala ended their I-League season on a high with a comfortable 6-1 victory over TRAU FC at the EMS Stadium in Kozhikode on Friday. A first-half blitz was enough to neutralise an already relegated TRAU FC. ... read..

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