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World Golf C'ships-Match Play: Korea's Im produces runaway win as Asian brigade enjoys stellar day one

Austin (Texas) | Friday, 2023 2:15:09 AM IST

Korean star Sungjae Im romped to a stylish 8 and 6 victory over American Maverick McNealy as the Asian brigade enjoyed a stellar opening day at the World Golf Championships-Dell Technologies Match Play on Wednesday. ... read..

Asian Hockey Federation awards Hockey India with Best Organiser Award

New Delhi | Friday, 2023 2:15:09 AM IST

Hockey India on Thursday was awarded the Best Organiser Award by the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) for their exemplary execution of the FIH Odisha Hockey Men's World Cup 2023 Bhubaneswar-Rourkela as the host nation. ... read..

Bangladesh thrash Ireland by ten wickets, complete 2-0 ODI series victory

Sylhet | Friday, 2023 1:45:09 AM IST

An exceptional performance from pacers and openers helped Bangladesh thrash Ireland by ten wickets to register a 2-0 ODI series victory at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Thursday. ... read..

Womens World Boxing C'ships: Nitu, Nikhat storm into finals

New Delhi | Friday, 2023 1:45:08 AM IST

Star Indian pugilists Nitu Ghanghas and Nikhat Zareen produced monumental displays to record contrasting victories and reach the finals of the IBA Women's World Boxing Championship 2023 at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex here on Thursday. ... read..

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam receives top civilian award, Sitara-e-Imtiaz

Mumbai | Friday, 2023 1:15:09 AM IST

Pakistan captain Babar Azam has received the Sitara-e-Imtiaz, the country's third-highest civilian honour. ... read..

Bangladesh beat Ireland by 10 wickets; clinch ODI series

Sylhet | March 24, 2023 12:06:41 AM IST

An exceptional performance from Bangladesh pacers and openers Tamim Iqbal and Litton Das helped the home side register a 10-wicket win over Ireland in the third and final ODI of three-match series in Sylhet. ... read..

World Athletics lifts doping ban on Russia; tightens restrictions on transgender athletes

London | March 24, 2023 12:06:38 AM IST

World Athletics (WA) on Thursday voted to end its eight-year ban on the Russian Athletics Federation (RusAF) but the country's athletes will remain excluded from international competition as WA continues to impose a separate ban due to the invasion of Ukr ... read..

Midfielder Paul Ramfangzauva pens two-year contract extension with Odisha FC

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | March 24, 2023 12:06:27 AM IST

Indian Super League (ISL) franchise Odisha FC have reached an agreement with midfielder Paul Ramfangzauva over a two-year contract extension, the club announced through its social media handles. ... read..

India will play Asia cup matches at neutral venues, won't travel to Pakistan: Sources

By Vipul Kashyap New Delhi | March 23, 2023 11:34:56 PM IST

The Asia Cup 2023 is likely to be held in Pakistan, with another overseas venue to host India games. ... read..

Nitu, Nikhat, Lovlina, Saweety storm into finals of IBA Women's World Boxing Championships

New Delhi | March 23, 2023 11:34:50 PM IST

Prominent Indian pugilists Nitu Ghanghas, Nikhat Zareen, Lovlina Borgohain and Saweety Boora produced powerful performances to reach the finals of the IBA Women's World Boxing Championship as the hosts dominated proceedings at the Indira Gandhi Sports Com ... read..

Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik felicitates ISL Golden Boot award winner Diego Mauricio

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | March 23, 2023 11:05:47 PM IST

Chief Minister of Odisha Naveen Patnaik on Thursday felicitated Odisha FC's Diego Mauricio, who won the coveted ISL 2022-23 Golden Boot award and congratulated Diego for his exemplary performance and contribution to the Odisha FC's standing this season an ... read..

We had good game, but focus is on Kyrgyz encounter: Anirudh Thapa

Imphal (Manipur) | March 23, 2023 10:05:36 PM IST

After registering a 1-0 victory over Myanmar, India midfielder Anirudh Thapa said that they are very happy with the win but their focus is totally on the upcoming clash against the Kyrgyz Republic. ... read..

Nitu, Nikhat storm into finals of IBA Women's World Boxing Championships

New Delhi | March 23, 2023 10:05:29 PM IST

Prominent Indian pugilists Nitu Ghanghas and Nikhat Zareen produced monumental displays to record contrasting victories and reach the finals of the Mahindra IBA Women's World Boxing Championship at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex here on Thursday. ... read..

India square off against hosts Bangladesh in SAFF U-17 Women's Championship

Dhaka | March 23, 2023 9:36:17 PM IST

Looking for their second straight win, India will take on hosts Bangladesh in the 2023 SAFF U-17 Women's Championship on Friday, March 24 at the BSSS Mostafa Kamal Stadium in Dhaka. ... read..

Amelia Kerr wins inaugural Debbie Hockley Medal at NZC Awards

Auckland | March 23, 2023 8:05:01 PM IST

New Zealand all-rounder Amelia Kerr on Thursday won the inaugural Debbie Hockley Medal at the New Zealand Cricket Awards in Auckland. ... read..

New Zealand's Daryl Mitchell wins Sir Richard Hadlee Medal at NZC Awards

Auckland | March 23, 2023 7:05:22 PM IST

New Zealand all-rounder Daryl Mitchell on Thursday won the prestigious Sir Richard Hadlee Medal at the New Zealand Cricket Awards for his standout performances in the year, especially in Test cricket. ... read..

Rohit Sharma defends aggressive batting approach after series loss to Australia

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 23, 2023 7:05:18 PM IST

India captain Rohit Sharma has promised his side will continue to attack at all costs with the bat during the lead-up to the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup later this year. ... read..

"I urge BCCI to talk with PCB before taking any decision": Shahid Afridi on resumption of cricketing ties with Pak

By Vipul Kashyap Doha | March 23, 2023 6:35:33 PM IST

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has urged the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to resolve all outstanding issues that have stalled cricketing ties between the two countries and facilitate the return o ... read..

ISSF World Cup: Varun Tomar-Rhythm Sangwan bag 10m air pistol mixed team silver

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | March 23, 2023 6:35:32 PM IST

Indian shooting pair Varun Tomar and Rhythm Sangwan won silver in the 10m air pistol mixed team event while Rudrankksh Balasaheb Patil and Narmada Nithin secured the 10m air rifle mixed team bronze at the ISSF Rifle/Pistol World Cup 2023 in Bhopal on Thur ... read..

Swiss Open: PV Sindhu advances to second round, Lakshya Sen bows out of competition in first round

Basel | March 23, 2023 3:05:35 PM IST

Indian shuttler and Olympic medalist PV Sindhu advanced to the second round of women's competition in the ongoing Swiss Open while Lakshya Sen crashed out of the men's singles competition at Basel on Wednesday. ... read..

Mitchell Starc withdraws from Men's Hundred player draft

London | March 23, 2023 2:04:58 PM IST

Australian pacer Mitchell Starc will miss this year's Men's Hundred tournament, as he withdrew his name from the list of players participating in the draft, which will take place on Thursday. ... read..

Could've won by a bigger shoreline: Igor Stimac after Myanmar match

Imphal (Manipur) | March 23, 2023 1:36:43 PM IST

After India edged Myanmar 1-0 in the opening game of the Tri-Nation International Football Tournament, head coach Igor Stimac said that the scoreline could have been bigger given the complete dominance of the hosts. ... read..

Manchester United sale: Qatar's Sheikh Jassim, Jim Ratcliffe's INEOS given extensions to submit second bids

Manchester | March 23, 2023 1:36:27 PM IST

Qatar's Sheikh Jassim and Jim Ratcliffe's INEOS have been given extensions to submit their second bids to buy the English football club Manchester United. ... read..

Australia crowned number 1 ODI team following series win against India

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 23, 2023 11:05:46 AM IST

A new World No.1 team has been crowned in the ICC Men's ODI Team Rankings after Australia defeated India by 21 runs in the final ODI in Chennai on Thursday. ... read..

It is upto the franchises now: India skipper Rohit Sharma on workload management of key players during IPL 2023

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 23, 2023 11:05:44 AM IST

India skipper Rohit Sharma said on Wednesday said that managing the workload of key Indian players during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 is up to the franchises. ... read..

Kieron Pollard starts his IPL pre-season, debuts as batting coach for Mumbai Indians

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 23, 2023 11:05:41 AM IST

Former West Indies all-rounder Kieron Pollard, whose performances in the middle of the park are known worldwide, arrived for his first pre-season practice session as the batting coach for Mumbai Indians. ... read..

Former Scotland captain Kyle Coetzer announces retirement from international cricket

Edinburgh | March 23, 2023 11:05:39 AM IST

Former Scotland captain Kyle Coetzer, who led his side to a famous win over then-number-one ranked England in 2018 and into the Super 12 stage of ICC T20 World Cup 2021, announced his retirement from the international cricket on Wednesday. ... read..

Shreyas Iyer likely to miss first half of IPL 2023

New Delhi | March 23, 2023 10:35:52 AM IST

Indian middle-order batter and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) skipper Shreyas Iyer is likely to miss the first half of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023. ... read..

India senior women's football team play goalless draw against Jordan

Amman | March 23, 2023 10:35:43 AM IST

Indian Senior Women's Team drew goalless against hosts Jordan in the second of the two friendly matches at the Petra Stadium in Amman on Tuesday, March 22. ... read..

It is just natural aggression when I am batting: Mitchell Marsh after Australia's win over India

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 23, 2023 10:04:47 AM IST

Following his side's 21-run win over India in the third ODI, Australia all-rounder Mitchell Marsh said there is some natural aggression in his batting which he enjoys. ... read..

Ashton Agar changed the game for us, says Australian spinner Adam Zampa after 21-run win over India

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 23, 2023 9:35:14 AM IST

Following his side's 21-run win over India in the third ODI, Australian spinner Adam Zampa said that Ashton Agar, who scored a valuable 17 runs and took the big wicket of half-centurion Virat Kohli in his spell of 2/41, changed the game for Australia. ... read..

We didn't play our best cricket, good enough to get over the line: Australian skipper Smith after ODI series win over India

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 23, 2023 9:35:10 AM IST

Following his side's 21-run win over India in the third ODI, Australia skipper Steve Smith applauded the tail-end batters for helping the side reach a nice total and added that the tour was an enjoyable one. ... read..

Rohit Sharma terms India's loss in 3rd ODI against Australia a "collective failure"

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 23, 2023 9:04:11 AM IST

Following his side's 21-run loss against Australia in the third ODI, India skipper Rohit Sharma termed the defeat as a "collective failure". ... read..

4th Asian Kho Kho Championship: Indian men, women in semifinals

Tamulpur (Assam) | March 23, 2023 6:34:16 AM IST

Indian men had to struggle to get through a gritty Nepal to book their semifinal berth in the ongoing 4th Asian Kho Kho Championship at Tamulpur in Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) in Assam on Wednesday. ... read..

Spain midfielder Zubimendi feels happy at Real Sociedad

Madrid | Thursday, 2023 5:15:09 AM IST

Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi said on Wednesday that he has no plan to leave his club to join FC Barcelona in the summer. ... read..

3rd ODI: Partnerships are crucial and we failed to do that today, says Rohit Sharma

Chennai | Thursday, 2023 5:15:09 AM IST

After losing the ODI series decider to Australia by 21 runs, India captain Rohit Sharma admitted that they failed in creating crucial partnerships during the match at the M A Chidambaram Stadium on Wednesday. ... read..

3rd ODI: Adam Zampa, Ashton Agar help Australia beat India by 21 runs, take series 2-1 (Ld)

Chennai | Thursday, 2023 5:15:09 AM IST

Leg-spinner Adam Zampa took four wickets while left-arm spinner Ashton Agar chipped in with two scalps to lead Australia to a thrilling 21-run victory over India in the series decider at the M A Chidambaram Stadium here to win the series 2-1. ... read..

3rd ODI: Adam Zampa scalps four as Australia beat India by 21 runs, win series 2-1

Chennai | Thursday, 2023 4:15:09 AM IST

Leg-spinner Adam Zampa took four wickets while left-arm spinner Ashton Agar chipped in with two scalps to lead Australia to a 21-run victory over India in the series decider at the M A Chidambaram Stadium, here to win the series 2-1. ... read..

Anirudh Thapa strikes in India's win over Myanmar in Tri-Nation opener

Imphal | Thursday, 2023 4:15:09 AM IST

India clinched a 1-0 victory over Myanmar at the Khuman Lampak Stadium, in the opening match of the Tri-Nation International Football Tournament on Wednesday. ... read..

Four Indians confirm medals at IBA Women's World Boxing Championships (Ld)

New Delhi | Thursday, 2023 3:45:09 AM IST

Riding on impressive performances, star Indian pugilists Lovlina Borgohain, Nitu Ghanghas, Nikhat Zareen and Saweety Boora registered thumping victories to confirm four medals for the hosts at the IBA Women's World Boxing Championships by advancing to the ... read..

IPL 2023: Shreyas Iyer doubtful for participation in first half of tournament

Mumbai | Thursday, 2023 3:45:09 AM IST

India's middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer, who suffered a recurrence of lower back injury during the Ahmedabad Test against Australia, is doubtful for participation in at least the first half of 2023 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). ... read..

Scotland's Kyle Coetzer announces retirement from all forms of cricket with immediate effect

Glasgow | Thursday, 2023 3:45:08 AM IST

Veteran Scotland cricketer Kyle Coetzer has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket with immediate effect. This decision comes after he accepted the post of Assistant Coach with the Northern Diamonds, one of the eight women's regional ECB hubs. ... read..

Hockey India Junior Men Zonal: Punjab beat Delhi

New Delhi | Thursday, 2023 2:45:10 AM IST

The action in the 1st Hockey India Junior Men Zonal Championships 2023 continued on Wednesday in the North, South, East, and West Zones with Punjab, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Jharkhand, Maharashtra and Rajasthan registering victories in their respect ... read..

Nitu, Nikhat, Saweety confirm medals at IBA Women's World Boxing Championships; enter semis

New Delhi | Thursday, 2023 1:45:17 AM IST

Riding on impressive performances, star Indian pugilists Nitu Ghanghas, Nikhat Zareen and Saweety Boora registered thumping victories to confirm at least three medals for the hosts at the IBA Women's World Boxing Championships by advancing to the semi-fin ... read..

Innings against New Zealand is surely one very close to my heart: SKY

New Delhi | Thursday, 2023 1:45:09 AM IST

Stylish Indian batter Suryakumar Yadav said that 2022 has been nothing short of a dream run for him. ... read..

Sportiqo ropes in cricketer Robin Uthappa as brand ambassador

New Delhi | Thursday, 2023 1:45:09 AM IST

Sportiqo, a fantasy sports platform, has announced ace Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa as their brand ambassador. ... read..

Indians delighted at the return of European Challenge after 10 years; new doors open for national golfers

Bengaluru | Thursday, 2023 1:45:09 AM IST

The first of the two European Challenge Tour events, the Duncan Taylor Black Bull Challenge, gets underway on Thursday at the KGA with a majority of the Indian stars in action. ... read..

Tvesa fires 68 to rise to the top of leaderboard in 7th Leg of WPGT

Gurugram | Thursday, 2023 1:45:09 AM IST

Tvesa Malik, playing on her home course at the DLF Golf and Country Club, climbed to the top of the leaderboard for the first time this season in the seventh leg of the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour. ... read..

Anirudh Thapa's strike helps India edge past Myanmar in tri-nation opener in Imphal

Imphal (Manipur) | March 23, 2023 12:06:01 AM IST

India clinched 1-0 victory over Myanmar at the Khuman Lampak Stadium in Imphal, in the opening match of the Tri-Nation International Football Tournament on Wednesday. ... read..

Kane Williamson closing on Marnus Labuschagne in ICC Test Rankings

Wellington | March 23, 2023 12:05:54 AM IST

Kane Williamson is on a journey to restore himself as the number one ICC Test batter. His recent knocks against Sri Lanka cleared away all the doubts about his position and role. ... read..

Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi register wins in Hockey India Junior Women Zonal Championships

New Delhi | March 23, 2023 12:05:52 AM IST

Day Four of the Hockey India Junior Women Zonal Championships 2023 witnessed Hockey Haryana, Uttar Pradesh Hockey, and Delhi Hockey registering wins in the North Zone, while Hockey Karnataka, Hockey Andhra Pradesh, Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu emerged victo ... read..

ISSF World Cup: Sarabjot Singh wins men's 10m Air Pistol gold

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | March 23, 2023 12:05:45 AM IST

India's Sarabjot Singh clinched the gold medal while Varun Tomar finished with bronze in the men's 10m Air Pistol event at the ISSF Rifle/Pistol World Cup 2023 in Bhopal on Wednesday. ... read..

Australia sink India by 21 runs in third ODI to clinch series 2-1; Adam Zampa claims four wickets

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 22, 2023 11:34:45 PM IST

Virat Kohli's half-century went in vain as Adam Zampa's four-wicket haul and all-round team efforts helped Australia defeat India by 21 runs in the third and last match of the ODI series here at MA Chidambaram Stadium on Wednesday. ... read..

Lovlina Borgohain beats Rady Gramane to enter semis at IBA Women's World Boxing Championships

New Delhi | March 22, 2023 11:34:30 PM IST

Continuing her rich vein of form, Lovlina Borgohain (75kg) added a third World Championships medal to her tally with an emphatic 5-0 win against last year's World Championships bronze medallist Rady Gramane of Mozambique at the ongoing IBA Women's World B ... read..

Nikhat, Saweety, Nitu confirm medals at Women's World Boxing Championships; enter semis

New Delhi | March 22, 2023 11:34:26 PM IST

Riding on impressive performances, star Indian pugilists Nitu Ghanghas, Nikhat Zareen and Saweety Boora registered thumping victories to confirm at least three medals for India by advancing to the semi-finals in the IBA Women's World Boxing Championships ... read..

Defending champion Iga Swiatek withdraws from Miami Open

Miami | March 22, 2023 10:34:54 PM IST

Defending champion and World No.1 Iga Swiatek has been forced to withdraw from the Miami Open due to a rib injury. ... read..

IIS announces IIS-Sangai Cup in association with Manipur Judo Association

New Delhi | March 22, 2023 9:35:06 PM IST

The Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) on Wednesday announced the inaugural IIS-Sangai Cup in association with the Manipur Judo Association (MJA) which will take place from March 31 to April 2. ... read..

Stephen Fleming is set to lead Texas Super Kings

Texas | March 22, 2023 8:06:25 PM IST

Former New Zealand captain and current Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming will lead Texas Super Kings in the inaugural season of Major League Cricket. ... read..

Former Arsenal, Real Madrid star Mesut Ozil announces retirement from football

Berlin | March 22, 2023 7:34:35 PM IST

Former Arsenal, Real Madrid and Germany midfielder Mesut Ozil has announced his retirement at the age of 34. ... read..

Australia give India 270-run target in third ODI; Kuldeep, Pandya provide vital breakthroughs

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 22, 2023 7:05:24 PM IST

Tight bowling spells by Kuldeep Yadav and Hardik Pandya helped India bundle out Australia for 269 in 49 overs in the third and final game of the three-match ODI series at MA Chidambaram Stadium here on Wednesday. ... read..

It's been great to learn from experienced players: Delhi Capitals' all-rounder Alice Capsey

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 22, 2023 7:05:15 PM IST

Delhi Capitals booked their place in the Women's Premier League 2023 final after registering a five-wicket victory over UP Warriorz at the Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai on Tuesday. With the win, the Delhi franchise finished at the top of the table. ... read..

IPL 2023 rule change: Captains allow naming of playing XI after toss

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 22, 2023 6:34:57 PM IST

Team captains in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 will walk in with two different team sheets before handing in their final Playing XI after the toss, reported ESPNcricinfo. ... read..

Nitu Ghangas confirms India's first medal at Women's Boxing World Championships

New Delhi | March 22, 2023 5:04:56 PM IST

Commonwealth Games champion Nitu Ghangas on Wednesday confirmed India's first medal at the Women's Boxing World Championships after reaching the semifinals. ... read..

Uncapped Rishad Hossain, Jaker Ali Anik named in Bangladesh's T20I squad for Ireland series

Sylhet | March 22, 2023 5:04:46 PM IST

Bangladesh Cricket on Wednesday named a 14-member squad for the three-match T20I series against Ireland, starting March 27. ... read..

Kevin De Bruyne will lead Belgium in Euro Qualifiers

Brussels | March 22, 2023 4:06:03 PM IST

Manchester City's star mid-fielder Kevin De Bruyne has been named the captain of Belgium after Eden Hazard's retirement. There were a few changes in the camp of Belgium after Roberto Martinez's exit and the 32-year-old Eden Hazard surprisingly announced h ... read..

Australia win toss, opt to bat first in third ODI against India

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 22, 2023 2:05:14 PM IST

Australian skipper Steve Smith won the toss and opted to bat first against India in the third ODI at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai on Wednesday. ... read..

Didier Deschamps appoints Kylian Mbappe as captain of France football team

Paris | March 22, 2023 1:34:54 PM IST

Kylian Mbappe, a player who has become one of the most decorated strikers in football, has been named the captain of France's national football team ahead of Antoine Griezmann on Tuesday. ... read..

Swiss Open 2023: Badminton duo of Gayatri Gopichand, Treesa Jolly crash out in first round

Basel | March 22, 2023 11:34:44 AM IST

The Indian Women's badminton double pair of Gayatri Gopichand and Tressa Jolly, who reached the semi-finals at All England Open in Birmingham last week, crashed out in the first round of Swiss Open 2023 in Basil on Tuesday. ... read..

He's proven he can play at the highest level: Manchester City legend Sergio Aguero praises Julian Alvarez

Manchester | March 22, 2023 11:06:26 AM IST

World Cup winner, the next Argentine sensation in making 23-year-old striker Julian Alvarez has already left his mark in his first Premier League season. It was Manchester City who ended up identifying this gem and secured his services within a blink of a ... read..

Arsenal is set to face MLS All Stars-Team at Audi Field

London | March 22, 2023 10:35:26 AM IST

Current Premier League leaders and one of the most decorated teams in the history of English Football, Arsenal is set to face MLS All-Stars Team. ... read..

He is learning the 50-over game: Dravid shrugs off concerns about Suryakumar's poor form

Chennai | Wednesday, 2023 5:15:09 AM IST

India coach Rahul Dravid brushed aside the concerns around the recent form of Suryakumar Yadav in the ongoing ODI series against Australia, saying that the Mumbai batter is learning the 50-over game a little bit. ... read..

WPL 2023: Capsey's all-round show helps Delhi Capitals beat UP Warriorz, reach final

Navi Mumbai | Wednesday, 2023 5:15:09 AM IST

A brilliant all-rounder performance by Alice Capsey helped Delhi Capitals beat UP Warriorz by five wickets with 13 balls to spare as they topped the table on net run rate over Mumbai Indians and powered their way into the final in the Women's Premier Leag ... read..

3rd ODI: We've narrowed it down to 17-18 players for 2023 ODI World Cup: Dravid

Chennai | Wednesday, 2023 4:45:08 AM IST

Head coach Rahul Dravid has said India have narrowed down on 17-18 players that will be part of their squad for the ODI World Cup at home, to be played in October-November this year. ... read..

Chennai pitch will favour Team India, Starc might not be as effective due to lack of swing: Wasim Jaffer

New Delhi | Wednesday, 2023 4:15:09 AM IST

Ahead of the ODI series decider against Australia, former India opener Wasim Jaffer has claimed that the Chennai pitch will favour India, adding that Aussie pacer Mitchell Starc might not be as effective due to lack of swing at the venue. ... read..

WPL 2023: Tahila McGrath's 58 not out helps UP Warriorz to 138/6

Navi Mumbai | Wednesday, 2023 4:15:09 AM IST

Tahlia McGrath struck a 32-ball 58 as UP Warriorz struggled to 138/6 against Delhi Capitals in the last preliminary league match of the Women's Premier League at the Dr. D.Y Patil Cricket Academy here on Tuesday. ... read..

Women's World Boxing C'ships: Nikhat, Nitu lead Indian charge into the quarters (Ld)

New Delhi | Wednesday, 2023 3:15:09 AM IST

Indian boxers Nikhat Zareen, Nitu Ghanghas, Manisha Moun and Jaismine continued with their dazzling show as they reached the quarterfinals with dominating victories in the Mahindra IBA Wome's World Boxing Championships here on Tuesday. ... read..

Top Indians in fray in Duncan Taylor Black Bull Challenge, promoted by golf legend Nick Faldo

Bengaluru | Wednesday, 2023 2:45:09 AM IST

Top Indian players like Olympian Udayan Mane, Khalin Joshi, Sachin Baisoya, Yuvraj Singh Sandhu and some next-generation golfing stars from abroad will be in action in the inaugural Duncan Taylor Black Bull Challenge golf tournament to be held here from M ... read..

WPL 2023: Mumbai Indians take provisional top spot with 4-wicket win over RCB

Mumbai | Wednesday, 2023 2:45:09 AM IST

Mumbai Indians (MI) beat Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) by four wickets in Match 19 of the Women's Premier League (WPL) on Tuesday at the D.Y Patil Stadium here to take the top spot. ... read..

3rd ODI: Focus on batters as India, Australia go into series decider at Chepauk

Chennai | Wednesday, 2023 2:45:09 AM IST

The three-match ODI series against Australia following the four Tests for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy were expected to give a glimpse into India's preparations for this year's ODI World Cup at home. ... read..

Women's World Boxing C'ships: Nikhat, Nitu and Manisha enter quarters

New Delhi | Wednesday, 2023 1:45:09 AM IST

Indian boxers Nikhat Zareen, Nitu Ghanghas and Manisha Moun continued with their dazzling show at the Mahindra IBA Women's World Boxing Championships as they progressed into the quarterfinals with dominating victories here on Tuesday. ... read..

Gaurika, Rhea share lead after first round in seventh leg of WPGT

Gurugram | Wednesday, 2023 1:15:09 AM IST

Gaurika Bishnoi, looking for back-to-back wins and Rhea Jha, looking for a maiden win on the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour, were tied for the lead after the first round of the seventh leg of the 2023 season at the DLF Golf & Country Club here on Tuesday. ... read..

Afghanistan announces 17-member squad for home T20I series against Pakistan

Kabul | March 22, 2023 12:04:45 AM IST

Afghanistan Cricket Board's (ACB) selection committee on Tuesday named a 17-member squad for the home three-match T20I series against Pakistan, which will be played from March 24 to 27 in Sharjah. ... read..

I am eyeing gold medal in Asian Games 2022: Indian squash player Sourav Ghosal

New Delhi | March 22, 2023 12:04:38 AM IST

Indian ace squash player Sourav Ghosal has his eyes set on clinching a gold medal in the Asian Games 2022, which will be held in China this year from September to October. ... read..

WPL: League stage concludes, DC qualifies for final; UPW, MI to fight for spot in summit clash

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 22, 2023 12:04:31 AM IST

Delhi Capitals is the first finalist of the ongoing Women's Premier League (WPL) after a five-wicket win over UP Warriorz in the final league stage match at the Brabourne Stadium, with the north-Indian side set to take on Mumbai Indians on March 24 in the ... read..

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 likely to start from October 5 onwards, final scheduled to take place in Ahmedabad

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 21, 2023 11:35:04 PM IST

The upcoming 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup, which will be hosted by India for the first time in its entirety, is likely to start from October 5 and will end on November 19, with the final scheduled to be at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, which is th ... read..

WPL: All-round Capsey powers Delhi Capitals into final, UP Warriorz to take on MI in eliminator after five-wicket loss

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 21, 2023 11:34:56 PM IST

An all-round show by Alice Capsey and quick knocks from skipper Meg Lanning and Shafali Verma helped Delhi Capitals earn a direct qualification into the final of the Women's Premier League (WPL) after a five-wicket win over UP Warriorz in the final league ... read..

Major League Cricket: Finch, Hasaranga, Stoinis among international signings in inaugural player draft

Texas | March 21, 2023 11:34:51 PM IST

The draft for the inaugural season of the Major Cricket League (MLC) saw international cricket stars like former Australian skipper Aaron Finch, star Sri Lankan all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga, Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis, South African wicketkeep ... read..

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India announces fresh line up for 2023 International Racing Championships

Gurugram (Haryana) | March 21, 2023 10:36:35 PM IST

Challenging itself to strive to develop iconic Indian riders for international championships, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) today announced its international racing team for the 2023 season. ... read..

IBA Women's World Boxing C'ships: Jaismine, Nikhat, Nitu, Manisha advance to quarterfinals

New Delhi | March 21, 2023 10:36:19 PM IST

Indian boxers Nikhat Zareen, Nitu Ghanghas, Manisha Moun and Jaismine extended their dazzling show at the Mahindra IBA Women's World Boxing Championships as they progressed into the quarter-finals with dominating victories at the Indira Gandhi Sports Comp ... read..

WPL: Top spells from Alice Capsey, Radha Yadav help Delhi Capitals reduce UP Warriorz to 138/6

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 21, 2023 10:05:04 PM IST

A top bowling spell from all-rounder Alice Capsey helped Delhi Capitals reduce UP Warriorz to 138/6 in their 20 overs of the final league stage game of the Women's Premier League (WPL) at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai on Tuesday. ... read..

WPL: Amelia's all-round show powers Mumbai Indians to four-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bangalore

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 21, 2023 8:35:31 PM IST

All-round performance by Amelia Kerr and a superb show by bowlers helped Mumbai Indians clinch a four-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bangalore in their final league stage game of the Women's Premier League (WPL) at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai o ... read..

IBA Women's World Boxing C'ships: Nikhat, Nitu, Manisha advance to quarterfinals

New Delhi | March 21, 2023 8:35:27 PM IST

Indian boxers Nikhat Zareen, Nitu Ghanghas and Manisha Moun extended their dazzling show at the IBA Women's World Boxing Championships to progress into the quarter-finals, with dominating victories at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex in New Delhi on Tuesd ... read..

Peter Handscomb signs deal with Leicestershire ahead of WTC final, Ashes

Leicestershire | March 21, 2023 8:05:25 PM IST

Australian batter Peter Handscomb has signed a deal with Leicestershire, presenting himself an opportunity to press his case for inclusion in national senior squads for the upcoming ICC World Test Championship final against India and the Ashes series, rep ... read..

WPL: Delhi Capitals win toss, elect to field first against UP Warriorz

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 21, 2023 8:05:10 PM IST

Delhi Capitals skipper Meg Lanning won the toss and elected to field first against UP Warriorz in the final league stage match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai on Tuesday. ... read..

More than 500 distinguished UP athletes to be absorbed in police force, admin: UP CM

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | March 21, 2023 7:37:04 PM IST

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday said more than 500 sportspersons from Uttar Pradesh, who have participated in world and national championships, will be absorbed into the state police force and other administrative departments of the state soon. ... read..

WPL: Mumbai Indians restrict Royal Challengers Bangalore to 125/9, Amelia picks up three wickets

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 21, 2023 6:06:15 PM IST

Tight spells from all-rounders Amelia Kerr and Nat Sciver Brunt helped Mumbai Indians restrict Royal Challengers Bangalore to 125/9 in 20 overs of their final league match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Tuesday. ... read..

WPL 2023: Mumbai Indians captain Harmanpreet Kaur wins toss, opts to field against Royal Challengers Bangalore

Navi Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 21, 2023 4:06:26 PM IST

Mumbai Indians captain Harmanpreet Kaur won the toss and opted to field against Royal Challengers Bangalore in their Women's Premier League 2023 match here at DY Patil Sports Academy on Tuesday. ... read..

Steve Smith shouldn't lead Australia again as Pat Cummins is doing good job: Shane Watson

By Vipul Kashyap Doha | March 21, 2023 4:06:23 PM IST

Former Australia batter Shane Watson feels that Steve Smith shouldn't lead the national team again as the original skipper Pat Cummins is doing a great job. ... read..

TOPS approves requests by wrestlers Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat to train abroad

New Delhi | March 21, 2023 1:04:48 PM IST

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) has approved wrestlers Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat's request to attend International training camps in Cholpon-Ata, Kyrgyzstan, and Spala (Poland) respectively. ... read..

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