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UPKL franchise Gazab Ghaziabad welcomes Tusshar Kapoor as co-owner

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 5, 2025 7:48:07 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League's (UPKL), newest franchise, Gazab Ghaziabad, announced actor Tusshar Kapoor as the team's co-owner. His association brings a familiar and respected presence to the franchise as it begins its journey in the league. ... read..

Punjab Kings emerge as most-searched IPL team on Google in 2025

New Delhi | December 5, 2025 7:18:04 PM IST

Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Punjab Kings (PBKS) has achieved a significant global milestone by ranking 4th in Google's list of the Top 5 Most Searched Sports Teams worldwide in 2025, becoming the highest-ranked IPL team on the list, as per a pre ... read..

"Getting more experience batting at four": Matthew Breeztke ahead of third ODI against India

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | December 5, 2025 6:48:28 PM IST

South Africa batter Matthew Breetzke said that he is getting more experience now at batting at the number four. Breetzke made this remark on the eve of the third ODI of the three-match series against Team India. ... read..

Anahat continues winning run over veteran Chinappa, captures fourth squash title of season

Tamil Nadu (Chennai) | December 5, 2025 6:48:26 PM IST

India's rising squash star Anahat Singh continued her winning run over veteran Joshna Chinappa, securing the women's title at the HCL Squash Indian Tour 4, Chennai on Friday. ... read..

International teams at FIH Hockey Men's Junior WC 2025 witness Tamil Nadu's iconic Jallikattu tradition

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | December 5, 2025 6:48:13 PM IST

In a vibrant cultural showcase during the ongoing FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025, international teams staying in Madurai travelled to witness Tamil Nadu's famed traditional sport - Jallikattu - at the Kalaignar Centenary Jaikattu Arena. ... read..

Weatherald, Labuschagne, Smith lead Australia to 378/6 at Stumps on Day 2 in Gabba Test

Brisbane | December 5, 2025 6:48:11 PM IST

Australia seized firm control of the second Ashes Test on Day 2 at the Gabba. Half-centuries from opener Jake Weatherald, Marnus Labuschagne and captain Steve Smith guided Australia to 378/6 at the end of Day 2, gaining a 44-run lead over the visitors. ... read..

Shai Hope's century help West Indies to fightback against New Zealand in first Test

Christchurch | December 5, 2025 6:18:27 PM IST

Veteran batter Shai Hope slammed a fantastic century as West Indies showcased a brilliant fightback against New Zealand on Day 4 of the first Test on Friday. ... read..

All eyes on Virat Kohli as Indian icon eyes second hat-trick of ODI tons during 3rd IND-SA ODI

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | December 5, 2025 6:18:09 PM IST

The final ODI between India and South Africa will take place at Visakhapatnam's Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, which has historically been a happy hunting ground for Indian batting legend Virat Kohli, who will be aiming to complete a ha ... read..

Sam Konstas hits his first Sheffield Shield hundred in nearly 14 months

Sydney | December 5, 2025 6:18:06 PM IST

Australian opener Sam Konstas scored a brilliant century on Day 1 of the Sheffield Shield 2025-26 match between New South Wales and Queensland at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday, as per Wisden. It was Konstas' first Sheffield Shield hundred in nearly ... read..

Ashes 2nd Test: Marnus Labuschagne's half-century put Australia in comfortable position (Day 2, Dinner)

Brisbane | December 5, 2025 3:18:12 PM IST

Another commanding session for Australia after their star batter Marnus Labuschagne scored a superb half-century that left the hosts 106 runs behind England's first innings total of 334 at the end of the second session on Day 2 of the second Ashes Test at ... read..

LPU's Sartaj Tiwana puts behind mental exhaustion, father's health concerns to retain 50m Rifle 3P gold

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | December 5, 2025 3:18:07 PM IST

or over a year due to his father's illness and defend his Khelo India University Games gold, aSartaj Tiwana came to Jaipur determined to overcome the mental exhaustion that has been his constant companion fs per a release. ... read..

Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya felicitates historic equestrian medalists; highlights how India's revamped sports ecosystem is driving landmark first-time medals

New Delhi | December 5, 2025 3:18:02 PM IST

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya felicitated the medal-winning Eventing and Dressage teams on Friday for their historic performance at the FEI Asian Equestrian Championship 2025. The contingent of six returned with five medal ... read..

ICC Player of the Month nominees for November revealed

Dubai | December 5, 2025 3:17:48 PM IST

Two spinners, Simon Harmer and Taijul Islam, and all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz are in contention for the ICC Men's Player of the Month award for November. ... read..

Suryakumar Yadav surpasses Aditya Tare; tops Mumbai's T20 run charts

New Delhi | December 5, 2025 2:48:15 PM IST

Current India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav has added another milestone to his illustrious career, becoming the highest run-scorer for Mumbai in T20 cricket. He surpassed Aditya Tare's record, moving to the top of the charts with 1,717 runs. Suryakumar's ... read..

Achilles soreness puts Josh Hazlewood's Ashes return in doubt again

New Delhi | December 5, 2025 2:48:00 PM IST

Josh Hazlewood's chances of featuring in the ongoing Ashes series have taken another hit, with the pacer developing Achilles soreness just as he began easing back from a recent hamstring injury, as per ESPNcricinfo. ... read..

New Zealand pacer Kyle Jamieson returns to Plunket Shield

Napier | December 5, 2025 2:47:52 PM IST

New Zealand star speedster Kyle Jamieson has returned to the red-ball action in the Plunket Shield on Friday, according to ESPNcricinfo. Jamieson played his first FC (First-Class) game since February 2024. ... read..

"Had kebabs and bottle of wine": Root's parents celebrate son's maiden Test ton in Australia

Brisbane | December 5, 2025 2:47:47 PM IST

Joe Root's parents revealed that they had "kebabs and a bottle of wine" at the hotel after the England great slammed his maiden Test century on Australian soil during Day 1 of the second Test against Australia at the Gabba in Brisbane. ... read..

New Zealand's Tom Blundell ruled out of second Test against West Indies

Christchurch | December 5, 2025 2:18:32 PM IST

New Zealand wicketkeeper-batter Tom Blundell has been ruled out of the upcoming second Test of the three-match series against the West Indies, which will begin at the Basin Reserve on December 10, according to ESPNcricinfo. ... read..

Ashes 2nd Test: Jake Weatherald hits maiden half-century, Carse removes Head as Australia 204 runs behind (Day 2, Tea)

Brisbane | December 5, 2025 12:48:09 PM IST

Another lively session of Test cricket after Australian opener Jake Weatherald slammed his maiden half-century as Australia are 204 runs behind England's first innings total (334) at the end of the first session of Day 2 of the second Test at the Gabba, B ... read..

Former South Africa all-rounder outlines reasons why Proteas can win T20 World Cup

Johannesburg | December 5, 2025 12:17:53 PM IST

South Africa legend Jacques Kallis believes next year's ICC Men's T20 World Cup is timed perfectly for South Africa to claim a first title. ... read..

"We've built our team around a core group of hungry players": MI head coach Mahela Jayawardene

New Delhi | December 5, 2025 12:17:48 PM IST

Mumbai Indians (MI) head coach Mahela Jayawardene has discussed the team's strategy for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, highlighting a focus on experience, young talent and team balance. ... read..

Pro Panja League announces Arunachal Pradesh's Onam Gamno as Team India captain for Asian Cup Arm Wrestling

New Delhi | December 5, 2025 11:47:57 AM IST

The Pro Panja League proudly announces that Onam Gamno of Arunachal Pradesh has been appointed captain of Team India for the upcoming Asian Cup Arm Wrestling Championship. Assisting her in leadership is Shrimant Jha from Chhattisgarh, a para-athlete who h ... read..

"This was my first time participating...": Prachi Devkar delighted after clinching Women's Steeplechase gold at KIUG 2025

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | December 5, 2025 10:48:10 AM IST

Prachi Devkar expressed delight after clinching the gold medal in the Women's Steeplechase at the Khelo India University Games 2025. ... read..

"Our main target was to set a record": Animesh Kujur after winning gold in Khelo India University Games

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | December 5, 2025 10:17:47 AM IST

Olympian and 100m, 200m national record holder Animesh Kujur ended the competition for Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) on a high as he led his team to a new 4x100m meet record with a time of 40.09 seconds. ... read..

FC Goa edge Mumbai City in semi-final to set up AIFF Super Cup title defence

Fatorda (Goa) | December 5, 2025 9:48:22 AM IST

FC Goa entered their third AIFF Super Cup final after overcoming Mumbai City FC 2-1 in a pulsating semi-final at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Fatorda, Goa, on Thursday, as per the official website of the All India Football Federation (AIFF). ... read..

"Hope to make India proud in major competitions": Samardeep Singh Gill after winning gold in shot put

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | December 5, 2025 9:48:04 AM IST

Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology's Samardeep Singh Gill improved on his own All India University (AIU) mark in men's Shot Put in the Khelo India University Games, Rajasthan 2025 at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium. ... read..

Ashwin wants Ruturaj to get longer run in ODIs even after Iyer's return to team

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 4, 2025 11:48:03 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin expressed that opener Ruturaj Gaikwad should get an extended rope in the ODI side following his maiden ton against South Africa at Raipur on Thursday. ... read..

FIFA World Cup 2026 draw set to take place on Friday, big sporting personalities set to grace event

Washington | December 4, 2025 11:47:55 PM IST

The FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament's Final Draw will take place at Washington, DC on Friday, with some of the biggest names in the sport set to grace the event. ... read..

"Played the innings of his life": Atherton hails Root following his maiden Test ton in Australia

London | December 4, 2025 11:18:19 PM IST

Former England batter Michael Atherton hailed Joe Root for ending his Test century drought in Australia once and for all, saying that when "everything was on the line", "England's greatest run-getter played the innings of his life". ... read..

"Why is Virat celebrating like that...": Ashwin on superstar batter's animated celebrations following back-to-back tons against SA

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 4, 2025 11:18:14 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin spoke on star India batter Virat Kohli's aggressive celebration following his back-to-back centuries against South Africa and agreement to play the domestic 50-over tournament Vijay Hazare Trophy, saying that th ... read..

Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo begins first full term as NRAI President

Mohali (Punjab) | December 4, 2025 10:48:01 PM IST

Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo began his first full four-year term as National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) President, after the results of the NRAI office-bearer elections were officially declared on Thursday at the Park Plaza hotel in Mohali, during th ... read..

SMAT 2025: Shami, Bhuvneshwar, Badoni, Sai Kishore, Rizwi highlights from latest round of action

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 10:17:57 PM IST

Top-class bowling spells from pace veterans Mohammed Shami and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, explosive knocks from Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Sameer Rizwi and Sai Kishore were amongst the highlights in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy on Thursday. ... read..

Bhullar turns in a masterclass to win third IGPL title with a birdie finish in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | December 4, 2025 9:48:06 PM IST

Gaganjeet Bhullar, who began the week in a modest manner, closed it in a masterly fashion to become the first player to win three times on the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) Tour. Bhullar, who opened the week with a round of 1-under 71, which included ... read..

KIUG 2025: KIIT's Samardeep Singh, Isha Chander Prakash, men's relay team light up last day of athletics action with new meet records

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | December 4, 2025 8:48:08 PM IST

Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology's Samardeep Singh Gill improved on his own All India University (AIU) mark in men's Shot Put while Isha Chander Prakash (women's Heptathlon) and their men's 4x100m eclipsed the meet records on the final day of at ... read..

Crawley hails "champion bloke" Root after veteran breaks Test century drought in Australia

Brisbane | December 4, 2025 8:17:55 PM IST

Following Joe Root's maiden Test ton in Australia, his teammate and opener Zak Crawley expressed happiness for the English superstar, calling him a "champion bloke" and calling him the best player he has ever played with. ... read..

Fit India partners with Dawn2Dusk for 64-day Run, from India's first Sunrise point to last Sunset point

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 8:17:50 PM IST

The Union Sports Ministry's flagship program, Fit India, has joined hands with Pune-based movement Simple Steps Fitness for 'Dawn2Dusk', a 64-day national movement led by ultra-runner and Fit India Influencer Ashish Kasodekar. ... read..

CAB President Sourav Ganguly meets Army top brass, presents replica "Freedom Trophy"

Kolkata (West Bengal) | December 4, 2025 7:47:58 PM IST

With an aim to extend the deep bond between The Cricket Association of Bengal and the Army, CAB President Sourav Ganguly and CAB Treasurer Sanjay Das on Thursday met and exchanged greetings with Major General Rajesh Arun Moghe, VSM GOC, Headquarters - Ben ... read..

Root's legacy-defining century, Starc making history: Pink-ball Test day one ends with a good omen for England

Brisbane | December 4, 2025 7:47:55 PM IST

The first day of the second Ashes Test at Brisbane, a pink-ball affair was an action-packed one, with the day ending in England's favour. Highlights of the day were Joe Root finally shutting down the chatter with his maiden Test ton in Australia and Aussi ... read..

Navgire excited to play alongside Aussie legend Lanning in WPL for UP Warriorz

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 4, 2025 7:18:53 PM IST

Indian batter Kiran Navgire, who is also the fastest centurion in all of women's T20 cricket, expressed her excitement of returning to UP Warriorz ahead of the 2026 Women's Premier League (WPL) season and playing alongside Australian legend and multi-time ... read..

FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025: Confident India ready for Belgium challenge in QFs

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 4, 2025 7:18:51 PM IST

The Indian Junior Men's Hockey Team will face traditional rivals Belgium in the quarterfinals of the prestigious FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025 to be played on Friday at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium in Egmore, Chennai. ... read..

Punjab FC go down to East Bengal in Super Cup semifinal

Fatorda (Goa) | December 4, 2025 7:18:43 PM IST

Punjab FC went down to East Bengal 3-1 in an exciting first semifinal of the AIFF Super Cup, which was played here at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Fatorda on Thursday. ... read..

"I'm really happy...": Shikha Pandey after UP Warriorz buy 36-year-old for Rs 2.4 crore

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 7:18:41 PM IST

Veteran Indian cricketer Shikha Pandey reflected on her anxious moments during the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 auction. ... read..

England's Joe Root, Jofra Archer record highest 10th wicket partnership in a day-night Test match

Brisbane | December 4, 2025 7:18:38 PM IST

England's Joe Root and Jofra Archer scripted history as the duo recorded the highest 10th wicket partnership in a day-night Test match. ... read..

Akram "still the pinnacle": Aussie star Starc after surpassing left-arm pacer's 414-wicket mark in Tests

Brisbane | December 4, 2025 6:48:19 PM IST

Australian pace legend Mitchell Starc, who surpassed Pakistan's 'Sultan of Swing' Wasim Akram for most wickets by a left-arm pacer in Test cricket history, said that for him, Akram is "still the pinnacle and better". ... read..

KIUG 2025: Overcoming personal tragedies, Nikita Toppo inspires KIIT to first-ever KIUG women's hockey gold

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | December 4, 2025 6:48:15 PM IST

Nikita Toppo, captain of the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) women's hockey team, is an epitome of American educator Jaime Escalante's philosophy, stating, "Life is not about how many times you fall down. It is about how many times you g ... read..

Matthew Hayden congratulates Joe Root after England's ace hits his first Test hundred in Australia

Brisbane | December 4, 2025 6:48:09 PM IST

Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden congratulated Joe Root after England's ace batter slammed his maiden Test hundred on Australian soil during Day 1 of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane on Thursday. ... read..

Ashes 2nd Test: Joe Root's maiden Test hundred on Australian soil guide England to cross 300-run mark in Brisbane

Brisbane | December 4, 2025 6:18:25 PM IST

England's ace batter Joe Root slammed his maiden Test hundred on Australian soil as visitors crossed the 300-run mark at the end of Day 1 of the second Test against Australia at the Gabba, Brisbane on Thursday. ... read..

Joe Root finally breaks century drought in Australia, scores legacy-defining ton during Brisbane pink-ball Test

Brisbane | December 4, 2025 6:18:22 PM IST

England superstar batter Joe Root finally achieved his long-overdue maiden Test century on Australian soil on Thursday. ... read..

"I found out...": Nathan Lyon opens up about his omission from Brisbane Test

Brisbane | December 4, 2025 6:17:50 PM IST

Veteran Australian off-spinner Nathan Lyon has opened up about his omission from the second Test of the five-match Ashes series against England in Brisbane on Thursday. Lyon also revealed whether he had spoken with Australian management. ... read..

Tom Latham becomes fifth NZ batter to register 6,000 Test runs

Christchurch | December 4, 2025 4:48:23 PM IST

New Zealand batter Tom Latham completed 6,000 runs in Tests, becoming the fifth Kiwi batter to enter the 6,000-run or more club. ... read..

WI spin legend Sunil Narine becomes third to reach 600 T20 wickets

Sharjah | December 4, 2025 4:47:53 PM IST

West Indies spin legend Sunil Narine became the third bowler to reach the 600-wicket milestone in T20 cricket history. ... read..

Wasim Akram congratulates Mitchell Starc on becoming highest wicket-taker by left arm pacer in Tests

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 4:47:50 PM IST

Legendary Pakistan cricketer Wasim Akram congratulated Australian speedster Mitchell Starc on becoming the highest wicket-taker by a left-arm pacer in Test history. ... read..

Mitchell Starc surpasses legendary Wasim Akram to scalp most wickets by left arm seamer in Test

Brisbane | December 4, 2025 3:18:29 PM IST

Australia's veteran seamer Mitchell Starc has made history, surpassing legendary pacer Wasim Akram as the left-arm pacer with the most wickets in Test cricket. ... read..

"I think there's a chance...": Injured Mark Wood opens up on his availability for Adelaide Test

Brisbane | December 4, 2025 3:18:14 PM IST

England right-arm pacer Mark Wood has cast doubt on his availability for the third Ashes Test in Adelaide, starting December 17. The right-arm pacer Wood had surgery on his left knee earlier this year. He played his first international match during the op ... read..

"Have to learn the art of winning games without Bumrah": Harbhajan Singh after India's defeat in Raipur ODI

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 2:48:28 PM IST

Legendary off-spinner Harbhajan Singh said that the Indian management should learn to win games without their ace speedster Jasprit Bumrah. ... read..

Ravindra, Latham tons put New Zealand firmly in driver's seat against West Indies

Christchurch | December 4, 2025 2:48:09 PM IST

Superb centuries from Tom Latham and Rachin Ravindra have put New Zealand in a commanding position after the hosts transformed a modest 64-run advantage into a towering lead after the stumps on Day 3 of the ongoing first Test at Hagley Oval. ... read..

Ashes 2nd Test: England stumble to 196/4, after Joe Root's fifty (Dinner Day 1)

Brisbane | December 4, 2025 2:48:05 PM IST

England's star batter Joe Root's fifty and a decent cameo from Harry Brook powered England to 196/4 at the end of second session of the second Test against Australia at the Gabba, Brisbane on Thursday. ... read..

From Rs 10 pocket money to Kreeda Ratna: Remarkable journey of Kho Kho Champion Gowtham MK

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 4, 2025 2:18:18 PM IST

A decade and a half of relentless struggles, triumphs, and turbulent moments flashed through the memory of Gowtham MK, the dedicated Kho Kho athlete, as he stood proudly receiving the prestigious Kreeda Ratna Award from Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. ... read..

Ashes: George Bailey opens up on Pat Cummins close call, reveals Nathan Lyon's exclusion from Brisbane Test

Brisbane | December 4, 2025 1:48:24 PM IST

George Bailey, who is the current Chair of the National Selection Panel for the Australian men's cricket team, has opened up on Nathan Lyon's exclusion from the Brisbane Test and also revealed how close Australia's captain Pat Cummins was to playing in th ... read..

Ashes 2nd Test: Crawley-Root 93-run stand puts England at 98/2 after Starc's two wickets (Day 1, Tea)

Brisbane | December 4, 2025 12:48:25 PM IST

England have clawed their way back impressively after Zak Crawley and Joe Root steadied the ship with a well-composed, unbeaten 93-run partnership after the visitors suffered an early setback after Australia seamer Mitchell Starc removed Ben Duckett and O ... read..

"Cannot wrap my head around fact that Siraj has become one-format player": Aakash Chopra

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 12:48:18 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra questioned Mohammed Siraj's recent exclusion from India's ODI team and said that he cannot wrap his head around the fact that Siraj has become a one-format player. ... read..

AIFF Super Cup Semi-finals: FC Goa takes on Mumbai City FC

Fatorda (Goa) | December 4, 2025 11:48:17 AM IST

The race for a place in the AIFF Super Cup 2025-26 final reaches a boiling point on Thursday, as FC Goa takes on Mumbai City FC in the second semi-final at the PJN Stadium in Fatorda. ... read..

"People are writing him off": Harbhajan Singh slams Virat Kohli's critics after Indian batter's 53rd ODI century

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 11:48:07 AM IST

Former cricketer Harbhajan Singh has slammed Virat Kohli's critics after the ace batter slammed his 53rd ODI century during the second ODI game of the three-match series against South Africa in Raipur. ... read..

Australia drops Nathan Lyon, opts for all-pace attack in 2nd Ashes Test vs England

Brisbane | December 4, 2025 10:48:53 AM IST

Australia have left out veteran spinner Nathan Lyon in favour of an all-out pace attack for the second Ashes Test against England in Brisbane on Thursday. ... read..

"How South Africa pulled things back that made the difference": Irfan Pathan reflects on India's defeat against Proteas in second ODI

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 10:17:47 AM IST

Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan attributed India's defeat to South Africa in the second ODI to the Proteas' bowling strategy, which effectively restricted India from overs 39 to 49, limiting them to 358. ... read..

Ashes 2nd Test: England wins toss, opts to bat against Australia

Brisbane | December 4, 2025 9:47:59 AM IST

England skipper Ben Stokes won the toss and opted to bat in the second Ashes Test against Australia, which is a day/night, pink-ball contest in Brisbane on Thursday. ... read..

England Women's Cricket: 17 players secure Central Contracts ahead of 2026 T20 World Cupomen's Cricket: 17 players secure Central Contracts ahea d of 2026 T20 World Cup

London | December 4, 2025 8:48:11 AM IST

England have announced 17 full Women's Central Contracts and four Skills Contracts for the 2025/26 cycle, marking a significant step ahead of a landmark year that includes a home ICC Women's T20 World Cup in mid-2026. ... read..

England Women's Cricket: 17 players secure Central Contracts ahead of 2026 T20 World Cup

London | December 4, 2025 8:48:06 AM IST

"Last few overs while batting cost the game": Irfan Pathan after India suffer four-wicket loss to South Africa

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 4, 2025 3:47:41 AM IST

Former all-rounder Irfan Pathan has expressed his thoughts after the KL Rahul-led India suffered a four-wicket defeat against South Africa in Raipur on Wednesday. ... read..

"Batting at number four is a challenge for me": Ruturaj Gaikwad after scoring maiden ODI hundred

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 4, 2025 3:18:14 AM IST

Indian batter Ruturaj Gaikwad slammed his maiden ODI hundred during the second ODI against South Africa. The right-handed batter played a fantastic knock of 105 runs as the Men in Blue posted a mammoth 358 on the board. However, India lost to South Africa ... read..

"You dream of moments like these": Ruturaj on his record-breaking partnership with Virat in Raipur ODI

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 4, 2025 2:48:03 AM IST

Following his record-breaking partnership with batting legend Virat Kohli, Indian batter Ruturaj Gaikwad opened up on witnessing the veteran's "unbelievable batting" in nets and during matches in the past week, saying that "one dreams of moments like thes ... read..

We want to play a positive brand of cricket: Markram after winning Player of the Match in Raipur ODI

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 4, 2025 1:17:48 AM IST

South Africa opener Aiden Markram hammered a fantastic century to help his side chase down a 359-run target against India in the second ODI of the three-match series at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium on Wednesday. ... read..

"We can take a lot of confidence with this win": Temba Bavuma after South Africa secure memorable win in Raipur

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 3, 2025 11:47:49 PM IST

South Africa registered a memorable four-wicket win against India in the second ODI at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium on Wednesday. The Proteas chase down the 359-run target in 49.2 overs, registering the joint-highest target chased ... read..

India lose 1-3 to Germany in FIH Junior Women's World Cup

Santiago | December 3, 2025 11:47:47 PM IST

The Indian Junior Women's Hockey Team suffered a 1-3 defeat against Germany in their second match at the FIH Junior Women's World Cup campaign at the Centro Deportivo de Hockey Cesped, Estadio Nacional in Santiago on Wednesday. ... read..

"Kicking myself for losing toss": Indian skipper KL after SA chases down 359 at Raipur

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 3, 2025 11:18:35 PM IST

Following his side's loss to South Africa in the second ODI, Indian skipper KL Rahul said that the dew and consequent difficulty while bowling in the second innings and losing the toss contributed to the loss. ... read..

South Africa chase 359-run target in Raipur ODI, joint-highest record against India

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 3, 2025 11:18:33 PM IST

South Africa opener Aiden Markram's century, followed by Matthew Breetzke and Dewald Brevis' crucial half-centuries, helped the visitors chase a daunting target of 359 runs against India in the second ODI of the ongoing three-match series on Thursday. ... read..

Australia should play Cummins at Gabba if he's ready: Mark Taylor

Brisbane | December 3, 2025 11:18:30 PM IST

Former Australian Test captain Mark Taylor said Australia should play Pat Cummins if he is ready to go, according to WWOS. The second Australia vs England Test of the Ashes in Brisbane is set to commence on December 4. ... read..

"It's a steal you don't often see in Indian cricket": Nayar hails UP Warriorz getting Deepti in WPL auction

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 3, 2025 10:48:40 PM IST

UP Warriorz (UPW) Head Coach Abhishek Nayar discussed the strategic acquisition of key players, including Deepti Sharma and Sophie Ecclestone, at the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 auction, which was held on November 27. ... read..

"My tennis journey has been quite accidental": Shrivalli Bhamidipaty ahead of Tennis Premier League

By Utkarsh Rathour

New Delhi | December 3, 2025 10:48:36 PM IST

Shrivalli Bhamidipaty, a rising star on the Indian tennis circuit, hails from Hyderabad. The 23-year-old star made her Billie Jean King Cup debut in Pune earlier this year, where she won all five matches (including three against higher-ranked players) to ... read..

"Innings over gratitude forever": Mohit Sharma announces retirement from all forms of cricket

New Delhi | December 3, 2025 10:48:30 PM IST

India right-arm speedster Mohit Sharma announced his retirement from all forms of cricket on Wednesday. The 37-year-old shared an emotional post on his Instagram handle to confirm his retirement. ... read..

Bhullar shows his class, rises to third, chases internationals Shah and Fuentes in IGPL Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | December 3, 2025 10:48:28 PM IST

Gaganjeet Bhullar, coming back to action, showed his class as he fired four birdies in his last eight holes of the second round to jump 11 places to Tied-third from Tied-14th overnight at the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) Invitational Ahmedabad on Wed ... read..

Markram, Breetzke, Brevis help SA chase down 359, set exciting series decider against India

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 3, 2025 10:48:25 PM IST

Aiden Markram's 98-ball 110 and brilliant fifties from Matthew Breetzke and Dewald Brevis powered South Africa to a four-wicket victory over India in the second ODI at Raipur on Wednesday. ... read..

Omar Abdullah felicitates inaugural Women's T20 Blind World Cup winning member Anekha Devi

New Delhi | December 3, 2025 10:17:55 PM IST

Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir Omar Abdullah felicitated Anekha Devi, who was part of the India women's side which won the inaugural edition of the Women's T20 Blind World Cup. ... read..

ISSF World Cup Final 2025: Paris Olympics Medallist Manu Bhaker and other Indian shooters look to end season on high note

Doha | December 3, 2025 10:17:50 PM IST

Paris Olympics medallist Manu Bhaker, world champion Samrat Rana are part of a 15-member shooting squad for India that will represent the ISSF World Cup Final 2025. ... read..

"Miss your presence...": Sachin Tendulkar shares heartwarming post on birth anniversary of Ramakant Achrekar

New Delhi | December 3, 2025 9:48:21 PM IST

Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on Wednesday shared a heartwarming post on the birth anniversary of his late coach Ramakant Achrekar. ... read..

Reliance Industries Limited, Surrey announce their partnership in Oval Invincibles franchise in The Hundred

Mumbai/London | December 3, 2025 9:18:15 PM IST

Reliance Strategic Business Ventures Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Reliance Industries Limited, and Surrey County Cricket Club, on Wednesday, announced their partnership in the Oval Invincibles franchise in The Hundred. ... read..

Brisbane 2032 unveils official Games vision: "Believe. Belong. Become."

Brisbane | December 3, 2025 9:18:04 PM IST

Brisbane 2032 on Wednesday revealed its official vision: "Believe Belong Become Brisbane 2032" and laid down the ambition which will drive the Olympic and Paralympic Games hosted by Australia seven years later. ... read..

Virat Kohli VHT return: A look at his List A numbers for Delhi, last outing for team in 50-over format

New Delhi | December 3, 2025 8:17:56 PM IST

With the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) confirming that Virat Kohli will play in the 2025-26 Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT), as per ESPNcricinfo, India's domestic 50-over tournament is set to receive heightened attention. ... read..

KIUG 2025: Buoyed by breaking the meet record, Pooja sets sights on winning Asian Games medal next year

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | December 3, 2025 8:17:43 PM IST

Reigning Asian champion high jumper Pooja underlined the Khelo India University Games (KIUG) 2025 as the perfect springboard for her return to competition, breaking the meet record with a 1.77 m effort to clinch gold in her maiden appearance. ... read..

KL registers unbeaten, aggressive fifty at Raipur ODI, continues run as one of format's strongest finishers in recent years

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 3, 2025 7:48:05 PM IST

KL Rahul continued his fine run in ODIs with his second successive half-century against South Africa in the second ODI at Raipur on Wednesday. In process, the veteran batter also registered his name amongst the best finishers in death overs in the ODI for ... read..

Suryakumar Yadav to lead India in T20I series against South Africa; Hardik Pandya returns, Rinku Singh dropped

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 3, 2025 7:18:00 PM IST

The Senior Men's Selection Committee of BCCI has announced India's squad for the upcoming five-match T20I series against South Africa, starting December 9 in Cuttack. ... read..

India's jersey for ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 unveiled during IND-SA ODI at Raipur

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 3, 2025 7:47:59 PM IST

India's new T20I jersey ahead of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup was launched during the innings break of the second ODI between India and South Africa at Raipur on Wednesday. ... read..

Was gutted last game, thankfully it came out well today: Gaikwad on maiden ODI century

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 3, 2025 7:17:50 PM IST

Ruturaj Gaikwad smashed his first ODI century in the second India vs South Africa match on Wednesday, reaching the landmark in just 77 deliveries. ... read..

"Virat Kohli ko 100 ka nasha hi alag hai": Cricket fraternity hails Indian icon for back-to-back tons against SA

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 3, 2025 6:48:01 PM IST

The Indian cricketing fraternity was once again united in joy as star batter Virat Kohli brought up his 53rd ODI century against South Africa and his second successive ton of the series. ... read..

"I'm not coming back": Serena Williams shuts down comeback rumours

New Delhi | December 3, 2025 6:18:40 PM IST

Tennis legend Serena Williams clarified on Tuesday that she is "NOT coming back" to professional tennis despite her recent registration with the sport's anti-doping body, fueling speculation about a possible comeback, according to Olympics.com. ... read..

South Africa pacer Nandre Burger sustains hamstring injury while bowling during second ODI against India

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 3, 2025 6:18:32 PM IST

South Africa left-arm speedster Nandre Burger has suffered a hamstring injury while bowling during the second ODI of the three-match series against India at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, according to ESPNcricinfo. ... read..

Virat's streak of happiness: Indian batting legend continues scorching run against SA, achieves 11th instance of a remarkable feat

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 3, 2025 6:18:21 PM IST

Indian batting legend Virat Kohli continued his fine run against South Africa and ate further into record books with his second successive century against the Proteas in the second ODI of the three-match series at Raipur on Wednesday. ... read..

Will be wearing anti-glare strips in Brisbane Test, messaged Chanderpaul about his thoughts: Steve Smith

Brisbane | December 3, 2025 5:48:13 PM IST

Australia stand-in captain Steve Smith has said he will use the anti-glare strips under his eyes while batting during the second Ashes Test in Brisbane after he got some advice from West Indies great Shivnarine Chanderpaul. The second game of the five-mat ... read..

Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad record highest partnership for India against South Africa in ODIs

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 3, 2025 5:48:10 PM IST

Virat Kohli and Ruturaj Gaikwad scripted history as they recorded the highest partnership for India against South Africa in ODIs for any wicket. ... read..

Virat's second successive ton, Ruturaj's maiden ODI century lift India to 358/5 against South Africa in Raipur

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 3, 2025 6:18:42 PM IST

It was once again festivities for Team India fans as Virat Kohli slammed his second successive and 53rd ODI ton, while Ruturaj Gaikwad also secured a long-overdue maiden ODI century, taking India to 358/5 in 50 overs against South Africa in the second ODI ... read..

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