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PCB announces squad for ACC Men's Asia Cup; Shan Masood misses out

Lahore | August 9, 2023 7:14:39 PM IST

The Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) newly selected Chief Selector Inzamam Ul Haq on Wednesday announced squads for the upcoming ACC Men's Asia Cup and the three-match One-Day International series against Afghanistan. ... read..

ICC ODI Rankings: Shubman Gill climbs to career-high No. 5, Kuldeep Yadav enter top 10

Dubai | August 9, 2023 6:12:27 PM IST

India's star batters Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan were rewarded with new career-high ratings on the ICC ODI Player Rankings list for batters that was updated by the ICC on Wednesday, with Gill improving two places by climbing to fifth. ... read..

ICC revise ODI World Cup fixtures, India set to face Pakistan on this date

New Delhi | August 9, 2023 6:11:47 PM IST

The much-awaited encounter between India and Pakistan in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 has been rescheduled to a different day, along with this eight other matches of the tournament have also been changed. ... read..

Tottehman Hotspur announce Micky van de Ven signing from Wolfsburg

London | August 9, 2023 5:17:18 PM IST

Tottenham Hotspur announced the signing of young defender Micky van de Ven from Bundesliga outfit VfL Wolfsburg. ... read..

We are using Durand Cup for AFC Champions League preparation: Mumbai City's Des Buckingham

West Bengal (Maharashtra) | August 9, 2023 5:17:08 PM IST

Indian Super League (ISL) Champions Mumbai City FCromped to a 5-0 victory against Jamshedpur FCin their second group stage match of the 2023 Durand Cup at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Tuesday. ... read..

"Took calculated risks, pitch was slow": Tilak Varma after win over West Indies

Georgetown | August 9, 2023 5:16:43 PM IST

Indian batter Tilak Varma said that he wanted to take calculated risks during his knock against West Indies in the third T20I because the pitch was slow. ... read..

Wasim Jaffer bats for Tilak Varma to secure potential spot in Team India ODI set-up

New Delhi | August 9, 2023 3:11:40 PM IST

Former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer has batted for young batter Tilak Varma's inclusion in the ODI side ahead of the Asia Cup and ICC Cricket World Cup later this year, lauding the batter for his maturity and confidence during his debut international series ... read..

World Athletics Championships: Tajinderpal Toor, Tejaswin Shankar to miss out

New Delhi | August 9, 2023 2:13:54 PM IST

Asian shot-put champion Tajinderpal Singh Toor and Commonwealth Games medalist high jumper Tejaswin Shankar will skip the upcoming World Athletics Championships, which will be held in Budapest, Hungary from August 19 to 27. ... read..

Brij Bhushan Singh arrives at Rouse Avenue Court for hearing in sexual harassment case

New Delhi | August 9, 2023 1:11:54 PM IST

Outgoing Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Brij Bhushan Singh on Wednesday arrived at Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court for a hearing in connection with allegations of sexual harassment made against him by top wres ... read..

Asian Champions Trophy: India aim to end group stage run on high, Pakistan eye SF spot

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | August 9, 2023 1:11:49 PM IST

The biggest clash of the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy will finally take place on Wednesday as an in-form Team India will take on arch-rivals Pakistan in their final group stage clash of the tournament at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium in Chennai. ... read..

Marnus Labuschagne named in Australia A white-ball squad following World Cup omission

Melbourne | August 9, 2023 1:11:32 PM IST

Following his omission from Australia's ICC Cricket World Cup squad, Marnus Labuschagne will get a chance to make an impact as he will be in Australia 'A' one-day team for three ODI series against New Zealand starting next month. ... read..

FIFA Women's World Cup: France, Colombia reach quarterfinals

Canberra | August 9, 2023 12:12:03 PM IST

Kadidiatou Diani and Eugenie Le Sommer played a crucial role for France, the latter getting a brace, as they defeated Morocco 4-0 to enter the quarterfinals of the FIFA Women's FIFA World Cup in Australia on Tuesday. ... read..

"India needs a Ben Stokes type cricketer": Nasser Hussain

New Delhi | August 9, 2023 11:11:23 AM IST

Former England captain Nasser Hussain said that for India to be a more successful Test side in overseas conditions, they need an all-rounder like England's Ben Stokes or Australia's Cameron Green, who can bat well at six or seven number and also give Indi ... read..

Suryakumar continues his monumental T20I run despite ODI slump, completes 100 sixes

Georgetown | August 9, 2023 11:11:19 AM IST

Indian batter Suryakumar Yadav completed 100 sixes in T20I cricket, becoming the fastest Indian to complete the landmark. ... read..

Durand Cup 2023: Mumbai City FC, FC Goa clinch big wins

Kolkata (West Bengal) | August 9, 2023 11:11:17 AM IST

The Indian Super League (ISL) Champions Mumbai City FC continued their winning run in style, romping to a 5-0 victory against Jamshedpur FC in the Durand Cup 2023 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Tuesday. ... read..

Indian football teams to compete in 7 tournaments across different age groups in September

New Delhi | August 9, 2023 11:10:58 AM IST

September 2023 is set to be one of the busiest months in Indian Football history, with the national teams competing in as many as seven different tournaments in four nations across Asia. ... read..

"Fell 10-15 runs shortbowled too much pace ": WI captain Powell after loss to India

Georgetown | August 9, 2023 10:11:30 AM IST

Following the seven-wicket loss to India in the third T20I, West Indies captain Rovman Powell said that his team was 10-15 runs short and added that they had sent Nicholas Pooran down the order to give a chance to Johnson Charles. ... read..

"Was important for me to be myself": Suryakumar after win over West Indies in 3rd T20I

Georgetown | August 9, 2023 10:11:22 AM IST

Following the seven-wicket win over West Indies, Indian batter Suryakumar Yadav said that it was important for him to be himself during the powerplay and play his shots, and added that batting with Tilak Varma at the other end gave him confidence. ... read..

"My ODI numbers are really bad, no shame in admitting it": Suryakumar Yadav

Georgetown | August 9, 2023 10:11:20 AM IST

Following his side's seven-wicket win over West Indies in the third T20I, Indian batter Suryakumar Yadav admitted that his ODI numbers are really bad and he is more used to T20I cricket, but it is up to him to improve and repay the faith shown in him by t ... read..

Trent Boult, Kyle Jamieson return to New Zealand squad for ODI series against England

Wellington | August 9, 2023 10:11:16 AM IST

Experienced pacer Trent Boult and bowling all-rounder Kyle Jamieson have made a return to the New Zealand squad for the white-ball series against England starting from September 8 onwards. ... read..

"Two losses won't change long term plans": Indian skipper Pandya after win over West Indies in 3rd T20I

Georgetown | August 9, 2023 9:14:08 AM IST

Following his side's seven-wicket win over West Indies in the third T20I, Indian skipper Hardik Pandya said that two losses or two wins would not change the long-term plans of the team. ... read..

Wrestler Rani Rana accuses husband, in-laws of dowry harassment, beatings

New Delhi | August 9, 2023 3:40:40 AM IST

Wrestler and a brand ambassador of the Centre's 'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao' campaign, Rani Rana on Tuesday accused her in-laws of dowry harassment and physical torment. ... read..

3rd T20I: Surya, Tilak blitzkrieg power India to 7-wicket win over WI

Georgetown | August 9, 2023 2:12:34 AM IST

Surykumar Yadav's vintage performance with bat and Tilak Varma's unbridled 49* kept India in the thick of the action as the Men in Blue clinched victory in the third ODI by 7 wickets at the Providence Stadium on Tuesday. ... read..

England's Zack Crawley weighs IPL auction, hopes to feature in white ball format

London | August 9, 2023 12:13:52 AM IST

England batter Zack Crawley revealed his intention to enter Indian Premier League auction next year as he prepares to line-up for the Big Bash League (BBL) this winter. ... read..

India batter Manoj Tiwary comes out of retirement for one more season with Bengal

Kolkata (West Bengal) | August 9, 2023 12:13:48 AM IST

Indian veteran batsman Manoj Tiwary on Tuesday announced that he has decided to come out from retirement to play one more season for Bengal in the red-ball format and hopefully help the team bag the elusive Ranji Trophy crown. ... read..

Christopher Nkunku set to miss Premier League for 'extended period'

London | August 9, 2023 12:13:39 AM IST

Chelsea's French forward Christopher Nkunku will miss out the on field action for an extended period following an injury he suffered in their US pre-season tour. ... read..

First half very important for us: Pakistan coach Saqlain ahead of match with India

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | August 9, 2023 12:13:23 AM IST

Ahead of the much awaited clash of the Asian Champions Trophy, Pakistan head coach Muhammad Saqlain claimed that India relies mainly on counter-attack and noted that the first half is very important for his team. ... read..

Rovman Powell's fighting 40 powers West Indies to 159/5 against India in third T20I

Georgetown | August 8, 2023 11:12:20 PM IST

After an impressive bowling performance from Kuldeep Yadav dismantled hosts, West Indies captain Rovman Powell played a fighting knock of unbeaten 40 runs to help his team post a competitive total of 159/5 in the third game of the five-match T20I series a ... read..

AIFF President hails India's participation in Merdeka after 22 years

New Delhi | August 8, 2023 11:12:16 PM IST

It has been a decade since the Merdeka Tournament, Malaysias prestigious international football competition that began all the way back in 1957, has been held. It has been even longer since India were a part of it. Twenty-two years, to be precise. ... read..

Kuldeep Yadav's spin magic makes him fastest Indian to claim 50 T20I wickets

Georgetown | August 8, 2023 11:12:08 PM IST

India spinner Kuldeep Yadav scripted a major record in the first innings of the third T20I against West Indies at the Providence Stadium in Guyana on Tuesday. ... read..

PM Modi extends wishes to Indian athletes after their record 26 medal triumph in FISU World University Games

New Delhi | August 8, 2023 11:11:56 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated the Indian athletes who participated in FISU World University Games in Chengdu and finished the tournament with 26 medals. ... read..

Pro Panja League: Mumbai Muscle lose to Rohtak Rowdies but regain top position, Tridip Medhi seals Baroda Badshahs' win

New Delhi | August 8, 2023 11:11:54 PM IST

It was a fun-filled day of Pro Panja League at the IGI Stadium which kicked off with Ashok Kumar, Post Master General, handing over the Indian flag to co-founders Parvin Dabas and Preeti Jhangiani. ... read..

"We want to compete as hard as we can": India coach Craig Fulton ahead of Pakistan clash in ACT

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | August 8, 2023 10:14:21 PM IST

India men's hockey team head coach Craig Fulton said that the Indian team will compete at their best potential against Pakistan in their Asian Champions Trophy. ... read..

Andres Iniesta joins Arab Emirates Club as free agent

Dubai | August 8, 2023 10:14:15 PM IST

Former FC Barcelona icon Andres Iniesta has joined the United Arab Emirates Pro League side Emirates Club on a one-year contract as a free agent. ... read..

"We're in a situation where win is important": Pakistan hockey captain Umar Bhutta ahead of India clash in ACT

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | August 8, 2023 10:14:13 PM IST

Pakistan men's hockey team captain Umar Bhutta said that his team is looking forward to taking on their arch-rivals India and unfortunately they are in a situation where they have to win the match against Men in Blue in the Asian Champions Trophy 2023 in ... read..

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur calls for more Test matches in women's cricket

New Delhi | August 8, 2023 10:14:02 PM IST

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur has called for more women's Tests as well as the revival of long-duration domestic cricket in India. ... read..

3rd T20I: West Indies win toss, opt to bat against India; Yashasvi Jaiswal makes debut

Georgetown | August 8, 2023 9:13:43 PM IST

West Indies captain Rovman Powell won the toss and opted to bat in the third game of the five-match T20I series against India here at Providence Stadium in Guyana on Tuesday. ... read..

We need to keep our defence strong, not give away PC: Harmanpreet Singh ahead of ACT clash against arch-rivals Pakistan

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | August 8, 2023 9:13:34 PM IST

Ahead of the highly anticipated clash against Pakistan, Indian men's hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh believes the team is well-prepared for the upcoming challenges but wants a curb on defence and Penalty Corners in its crucial match against arch-rivals i ... read..

India to face Malaysia in Merdeka Tournament 2023 semifinal

New Delhi | August 8, 2023 8:11:57 PM IST

The Indian mens football team have been drawn to face hosts Malaysia in the semi-finals of the 2023 Merdeka Tournament which is scheduled to take place in Kuala Lumpur from October 13-17, 2023. ... read..

Indian paddler Manika Batra loses baggage at airport, seeks help from government

New Delhi | August 8, 2023 8:11:53 PM IST

India's ace paddler Manika Batra lost her baggage which contained her "essential sports kit" at the airport after returning from Peru on Tuesday. ... read..

Natalie Sciver-Brunt is just high-class player: Nasser Hussain's high praise for top-ranked batter, all-rounder

Dubai | August 8, 2023 7:12:46 PM IST

Former England captain Nasser Hussain was impressed with Natalie Sciver-Brunt's performance in the recent Ashes series against Australia and said the top-ranked batter and all-rounder in women's ODI ranking continues to be underrated somewhat as a player ... read..

"English women's cricket is in healthy place": Nasser Hussain

London | August 8, 2023 7:12:36 PM IST

Former England skipper Nasser Hussain believes that England's women's cricket team is in a good position and they can continue to grow as young players continue to learn and progress. ... read..

Tilak Varma's father describes coach Salam's influence over young batter's career

New Delhi | August 8, 2023 6:14:30 PM IST

India's young talent Tilak Varma's father Namboori Nagaraju, described the influence left-handed batters coach Salam Bayash had over his career. ... read..

India finish FISU World University Games campaign withrecord 26 medals

Chengdu | August 8, 2023 6:14:21 PM IST

India finished seventh in the FISU World University Games campaign with a best-ever haul of 26 medals 11 gold, five silver and 10 bronze. ... read..

Pakistan Cricket Board restores former Test pace bowler Sarfraz Nawaz's pension

Lahore | August 8, 2023 5:12:31 PM IST

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday restored the outstanding matters over the unpaid pension of former Test pace bowler Sarfraz Nawaz, who had all his payments suspended since January 2017. ... read..

Asian Games: India men's hockey team clubbed with Pakistan in Pool A

New Delhi | August 8, 2023 5:12:07 PM IST

The Indian men's hockey team have been clubbed alongside arch-rivals Pakistan, Japan, Bangladesh, Singapore, and Uzbekistan to compete in Pool A in the Hangzhou Asian Games. ... read..

Minor League Cricket kicks off third season; gets support from key partners

Texas | August 8, 2023 4:12:58 PM IST

The Sunoco Minor League Cricket (MiLC) Championship launched its third season over the past weekend, with 12 matches taking place in Americas most extensive cricket competition. ... read..

Hockey India appoints Herman Kruis as coach of India junior mens, womens teams

New Delhi | August 8, 2023 4:12:39 PM IST

Hockey India on Tuesday announced the appointment of Herman Kruis, who has over two decades of coaching experience, as coach of Indian junior men and junior women hockey teams. ... read..

Pro Kabaddi League announces retained players list for Season 10

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | August 8, 2023 3:12:24 PM IST

The Pro Kabaddi League announced the Elite Retained Players, Retained Young Players and Existing New Young Players for the milestone Season 10 on Monday. With a strong group of players retained, each of the franchises is all set to build their units ... read..

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports funds 28 Indian Athletes for World Athletics Championship in Budapest

New Delhi | August 8, 2023 3:12:21 PM IST

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) is funding the participation of the Indian contingent for the upcoming World Athletics Championships, which will be held in Budapest, Hungary from 19th August 2023 onwards. A 42-member contingent, including coac ... read..

Cricketer Ankit Bawnes India dream gets a major push

Cricket | August 8, 2023 1:15:23 PM IST

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], August 8 (AIN): Talented Maharashtra cricketer Ankit Bawne has been working hard to reach new heights and has got new support to bolster his dreams of representing India at the international level. ... read..

''Boys defended well,'' says hockey player Mandeep Singh after India beat South Korea

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | August 8, 2023 10:14:31 AM IST

The Indian men's hockey team beat South Korea 3-2 in a tight match in the Asian Champions Trophy on Monday at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium, solidifying their position at the top of the points table and guaranteeing them a semifinal spot. ... read..

''Rehearsal for Asian Games,'' says Indian Hockey team goalie P.R. Sreejesh after win over South Korea

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | August 8, 2023 9:11:51 AM IST

The Indian men's hockey team beat South Korea in a tight match by 3-2 in the Asian Champions Trophy on Monday at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium. Solidifying Men in Blue's position at the top of the points table and guaranteeing them a semifinal spot. Aft ... read..

Roger Federer turns 42: Take a look at one of the greatest tennis players of modern era

New Delhi | August 8, 2023 8:12:06 AM IST

Switzerland tennis legend Roger Federer, considered one of the greatest to ever pick up a racquet, turned 42 on Tuesday. ... read..

From Tsitsipas to Baez, a look at players who climbed up the ATP Rankings this week

London | August 7, 2023 11:43:29 PM IST

Daniel Evans, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Sebastian Baez clinched titles in Washington, Los Cabos and Kitzbuhel in a hectic and exciting week of the ATP Tour, which consisted of three tournaments. ... read..

Asian Champions Trophy: Malaysia, Pakistan clinch crucial wins

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | August 7, 2023 10:45:08 PM IST

Malaysia made a strong comeback after a loss to India and secured a 3-1 win over Japan, while Pakistan also bagged their first win of the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy after beating China by 2-1 at Chennai on Monday. ... read..

"Return of Bumrah will benefit India...": Mohammed Kaif urges fans to not write off Men in Blue

By Vipul Kashyap

New Delhi | August 7, 2023 10:44:57 PM IST

Former Indian batter Mohammed Kaif on Monday said that fans should not write off Team India so easily if it happens to play and lose matches without its key players, saying that the senior-most players like Jasprit Bumrah, who he termed as country's bigge ... read..

Durand Cup: ISL sides FC Goa, Jamshedpur to begin campaigns on Tuesday

Guwahati (Assam)/Kolkata (West Bengal) | August 7, 2023 8:45:21 PM IST

Indian Super League (ISL) side and former champions FC Goa kick off their 132nd Durand Cup campaign against once-defeated Shillong Lajong in Guwahatis Indira Gandhi Athletic stadium on Tuesday afternoon. So will the Red Miners of Jamshedpur FC on the sam ... read..

FIFA Women's World Cup: England, Australia storm into quarterfinals

Canberra | August 7, 2023 8:45:14 PM IST

England overcame 120 minutes of below-par performance against Nigeria and won by 4-2 on penalties to secure their spot in the FIFA Women's World Cup on Monday at Queensland. ... read..

Nicholas Pooran fined 15 per cent match-fee for breaching ICC Code of Conduct during 2nd T20I between IND-WI

Georgetown | August 7, 2023 8:45:09 PM IST

West Indies batter Nicholas Pooran has been fined 15 per cent of his match-fee for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct, announced the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday. ... read..

Rohit Sharma recalls his favourite memories of ICC Cricket World Cup

Washington | August 7, 2023 7:43:57 PM IST

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma on Monday recalled some of his favourite memories associated with the ICC Cricket World Cup, as India prepares to host the marquee sporting event for the first time in its entirety from October 5 to November 19. ... read..

Two England Ashes stars among nominees for ICC Player of the Month Award for July

Dubai | August 7, 2023 6:42:36 PM IST

Two of England's Ashes stars and a young Dutch phenomenon have been nominated for the ICC's Men's Player of the Month award for July 2023, according to International Cricket Council (ICC). ... read..

"Not much happened to extend it for eight minutes": Man City boss Guardiola on stoppage time during Community Shield match

London | August 7, 2023 6:42:21 PM IST

Following his side's FA Community Shield loss to Arsenal, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has said that the extra time brought into the game despite his side's 1-0 lead was excessive and not much had happened during the match that it got such an ext ... read..

Inzamam-ul-Haq appointed as Pakistan's chief selector ahead of World Cup 2023

Islamabad | August 7, 2023 6:42:08 PM IST

Former Pakistan skipper Inzamam-ul-Haq has been appointed as the chief selector of Pakistan men's senior national team ahead of the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup, which will be held in India from October 5 to November 19 this year. ... read..

"Doesn't get much better than winning a trophy at Wembley....": Arsenal boss Arteta on Community Shield win against Man City

London | August 7, 2023 6:41:58 PM IST

Following his side's FA Community Shield title win against Manchester City, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta on Sunday expressed his happiness with the result, saying that it does not get much better than winning the trophy at the iconic Wembley Stadium in Lo ... read..

Former NZ all-rounder Daniel Vettori appointed as Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach

Hyderabad (Telangana) | August 7, 2023 5:42:07 PM IST

Former New Zealand all-rounder Daniel Vettori has been appointed as the head coach of the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Sunrisers Hyderabad, announced the team on Monday. ... read..

Golf player Aditi progresses, Diksha misses out in Womens Scottish Open

Irvine | August 7, 2023 4:42:29 PM IST

Aditi Ashok carded a second straight 74 and was lying Tied-65 at the end of the third round of the Womens Scottish Open. ... read..

Punjab Football Club announces their Durand Cup squad ahead of match against Mohun Bagan Super Giant

Kolkata (West Bengal) | August 7, 2023 4:42:17 PM IST

Punjab FC have announced their 26-member squad for the 132nd Durand Cup ahead of their opening Group- A fixture against Hero ISL Cup winners Mohun Bagan Super Giant, which will be played today here at the Kishore Bharathi Krirangan. ... read..

''Pro Kabaddi League has inspired women to take up Kabaddi across world,'' says Iranian Women's Kabaddi team

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | August 7, 2023 4:41:46 PM IST

The Iranian women's kabaddi team is currently undergoing a tour of Mumbai and Pune from August 4 to August 11. The side has set up a few friendly matches to enhance their skills and develop match temperament. ... read..

Musk reveals his fighting style ahead of rumoured fight with Zuckerberg

Michigan | August 7, 2023 2:41:42 PM IST

While the possibility of a cage fight between Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and the boss of X app (previously known as Twitter) Elon Musk has been doing the headlines for some time now, the latter has revealed his preferred fighting style. ... read..

Montreal Tigers clinch GT20 Canada season three title with last-ball win

Brampton | August 7, 2023 1:44:26 PM IST

The TD Cricket Arena in Brampton was packed to the rafters as Montreal Tigers were anointed champions of season three of Global T20 Canada, following a sensation last ball victory against the Surrey Jaguars. ... read..

''Rohit Sharma is a support system for me,'' says Tilak Varma

Georgetown | August 7, 2023 12:44:17 PM IST

Indian batter Tilak Varma, who scored 51 runs off 41 balls in the second T20I match in which West Indies defeated India by two wickets, in the post-match conference said that Rohit Sharma is a support system for him. ... read..

Mitchell Marsh named Australia's new T20 captain

Melbourne | August 7, 2023 11:45:55 AM IST

All-rounder Mitch Marsh will get the first chance of becoming Aaron Finch's successor as Australia's T20 captain after he was announced as skipper for the upcoming T20I series against South Africa. ... read..

''We don't want to take any team lightly'': Indian Hockey team vice-captain Hardik Singh after defeating Malaysia

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | August 7, 2023 10:44:12 AM IST

The Indian men's hockey team reclaimed the top spot in the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy hockey competition after they defeated Malaysia 5-0 in their round-robin clash at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium in Chennai on Sunday. ... read..

''We stuck to our plan,'' says Indian Hockey Team Coach Craig Fulton after 5-0 over Malaysia

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | August 7, 2023 10:44:10 AM IST

Indian Hockey Team coach Craig Fulton is thrilled with the team's performance in the Asian Champions Trophy after India defeated Malaysia 5-0 at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium in Chennai on Sunday. ... read..

''This is how we are preparing for Asian Games,'' says Indian Hockey Team captain Harmanpreet Singh after defeating Malaysia

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | August 7, 2023 10:44:00 AM IST

Australia name preliminary squad for ICC Cricket World Cup 2023

Melbourne | August 7, 2023 10:43:59 AM IST

Australia has announced some surprise selections in their 18-player squad for this year's ICC Men's Cricket World Cup in India. ... read..

Cricketer Sarfaraz Khan gets married in Kashmir

Shopian (Jammu and Kashmir) | August 7, 2023 9:42:00 AM IST

Indian wicketkeeper batsman Sarfaraz Khan has tied the knot with a girl from the Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir. ... read..

Arsenal lift FA Community Shield, earn bragging rights over Man City ahead of EPL

London | August 7, 2023 1:43:00 AM IST

Premier League 2022-23 runners-up, Arsenal, started the new season with a bang, beating last season's treble-winner Manchester City 4-1 on penalties to lift the FA Community Shield. ... read..

FIFA Women's World Cup: Defending champions USA suffer quickest exit ever, Netherlands, Sweden reach quarterfinals

Canberra | August 6, 2023 11:42:14 PM IST

The defending champions USA suffered their earliest exit from the FIFA Women's World Cup, losing by 5-4 on penalties against Sweden on Sunday in their round of 16 clash that initially ended in a goalless stalemate of 120 minutes, ending their dreams of co ... read..

Asian Champions Trophy: China hold South Korea to a draw, Japan-Pakistan match ends at 3-3

Chennai (Tamil Nadu] | August 6, 2023 10:42:03 PM IST

China put on a superb show of defence as they held the defending champions South Korea to a 1-1 draw in the round-robin match of the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy Hockey tournament on Sunday. ... read..

Tilak's half-century takes India to moderate 151/7 against West Indies in 2nd T20I

Georgetown | August 6, 2023 10:42:00 PM IST

Tilak Varma's gutsy half-century was the highlight of yet another disappointing show by Indian batters as West Indies restricted the visitors to just 151/7 in their 20 overs in the second T20I of the five-match series at Guyana on Sunday. ... read..

"Don't write off Indian team...": Mohammed Kaif appeals to fans as World Cup comes close

New Delhi | August 6, 2023 10:41:58 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif on Sunday urged fans to extend their support to the Indian men's team as they prepare for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at home later this year. ... read..

Pakistan cricket team granted permission by government to participate in ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 in India

Islamabad | August 6, 2023 9:42:05 PM IST

Pakistan government announced on Sunday that it will send the national men's senior team to play the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, which will be held for the first time in its entirety in India from October 5 to November 19. ... read..

Stefanos Tsitsipas clinches first title of season, beats de Minaur in final of Los Cabos ATP 250 event

Los Cabos | August 6, 2023 8:44:39 PM IST

Greek tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas overcame a spirited comeback from Alex de Minaur to capture the ATP 250 title at Los Cabos on late Saturday night, thereby also getting his first trophy of the season. ... read..

Ministry of Youth Affairs, Sports to fund 20-member Indian Judo team for World Cadet Championship

New Delhi | August 6, 2023 8:44:34 PM IST

Sports Authority of India (SAI) under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) is set to fund the participation of the Indian Cadet Judo Team in the upcoming Judo World Cadet Championship to be held in Zagreb, Croatia from August 21-27, 2023. ... read..

Will use Lanka Premier League to prepare for Asia Cup, World Cup: Babar Azam

Colombo | August 6, 2023 8:44:23 PM IST

Pakistan's star batter Babar Azam has been in fine form and wants to keep scoring runs for Colombo Strikers in the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2023, a tournament which he also views as a great experience for him and the other young players in the league ah ... read..

Indian skipper Hardik wins toss, elects to bat first against West Indies in 2nd T20I

Georgetown | August 6, 2023 8:44:20 PM IST

Indian skipper Hardik Pandya won the toss and elected to bat first against West Indies in the second T20I match of the five-match series at Guyana on Sunday. ... read..

Durand Cup: Super Cup champions Odisha FC to take on Indian Army Football, I-League winners Roundglass Punjab lock horns with Mohun Bagan

Kokrajhar (Assam)/Kolkata (West Bengal) | August 6, 2023 8:44:18 PM IST

More teams are set to get a slice of 132nd Durand Cup action on Monday, as Indian Super League (ISL) side and reigning Super Cup champions Odisha FC lock horns with the Indian Army Football Team at the SAI stadium in Kokrajhar, and the first-ever promoted ... read..

Noor Ahmed makes return to Afghanistan side for ODI series against Sri Lanka

Kabul | August 6, 2023 7:45:10 PM IST

Afghanistan named 18-member squad for the three-match ODI series against Pakistan that will be played in Sri Lanka, with young spinner Noor Ahmed set to make a comeback into the side ahead of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup in India later this year from O ... read..

"Nothing is more satisfying than federation recognising the work we have been doing": India under-23 football coach Clifford Miranda

New Delhi | August 6, 2023 7:44:58 PM IST

After being appointed as the head coach of the Indian men's under-23 football team, Clifford Miranda said that it feels satisfying that the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has recognised his work and he now looks forward to improving himself and ever ... read..

"We look forward..": Rohit Sharma drops bold statement on his T20I future with Team India

Washington | August 6, 2023 6:45:34 PM IST

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma on Sunday hinted that he has still not given up on hopes of playing T20I cricket for India and is looking forward to the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, which will be jointly hosted by West Indies and the USA next year. ... read..

"India team bowling attack will have to do well as a unit...": Madan Lal

By Vipul Kashyap

New Delhi | August 6, 2023 6:45:32 PM IST

Former Indian all-rounder Madan Lal said that though it is great that pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has made his return to the national side for the series against Ireland, the Indian bowling attack will have to perform as a unit for them to have a chance ... read..

"Want to focus on my strengths, basics...": Tilak Varma on his approach in first international series for India

Georgetown | August 6, 2023 6:45:28 PM IST

Young Indian batter Tilak Varma said that he wants to perform well, give his 100 per cent and focus on his basics and strengths during his first-ever international series against West Indies. ... read..

Montreal Tigers secure place in final with thrilling 1-wicket victory

Brampton | August 6, 2023 3:42:50 PM IST

Qualifier 2 of Global T20 Canada saw the Montreal Tigers defeat the Vancouver Knights to secure a coveted position in the finals on Saturday. ... read..

HS Prannoy misses out on Australia Open title, bows out in final

Sydney | August 6, 2023 3:42:46 PM IST

India's ace shuttler HS Prannoy fell short in the finals match of the Australia Open 2023 men's singles title on Sunday in a dramatic fashion. ... read..

Chennaiyin FC rope in midfielder Ayush Adhikari

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | August 6, 2023 3:42:44 PM IST

Chennaiyin FC roped in Delhi-born central midfielder Ayush Adhikari ahead of the forthcoming 2023-24 season. ... read..

Pramod Bhagat, Sukant Kadam storm into finals of 4 Nations Para Badminton International tournament

New Delhi | August 6, 2023 3:42:43 PM IST

Ace Shuttler Pramod Bhagat made it to the finals of singles, mens doubles and mixed doubles of the ongoing 4 Nations Para-Badminton International tournament, while Sukant Kadam has reached the finals of Mens Doubles along with his partner Pramod Bhagat. ... read..

Young rider Shreyas Hareesh dies in racing accident

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | August 6, 2023 3:42:41 PM IST

Copparam Shreyas Hareesh, a 13-year-old prodigy from Bengaluru, succumbed to injuries he suffered following a crash in the third round of the MRF MMSC fmsci Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship 2023 at the Madras International Circuit, on Saturd ... read..

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