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1st ODI: Played normal cricketing shots, avoided getting into a shell, says KL Rahul after guiding India to victory

Mumbai | Saturday, 2023 4:15:09 AM IST

India's wicketkeeper batter K.L Rahul on Friday credited his batting partner Ravindra Jadeja's presence in the middle for making things a bit easier as the left-hander's entry broke the shackles of the Australian bowlers in the first ODI at the Wankhede S ... read..

Women's World Boxing: India's Jaismine, Shashi advance; China's Yang stuns Mesiano

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

India's Jaismine Lamboria and Shashi Chopra produced power-packed performances to register impressive wins to progress to the next round of the Mahindra IBA Womens World Boxing Championships here on Friday. ... read..

1st ODI: Rahul's superb knock, Shami, Siraj bowling help India overcome Australia by 5 wkts (Ld)

Mumbai | Saturday, 2023 3:15:09 AM IST

KL Rahul struck a well-controlled unbeaten 75 after fast bowling duo of Mohammed Shami and Mohammed Siraj claimed three wickets apiece as India defeated Australia by five wickets and take a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series at the Wankhede Stadium he ... read..

1st ODI: KL Rahul's brilliant knock guides India to victory after Shami, Siraj triple strikes

M0umbai | Saturday, 2023 2:45:09 AM IST

KL Rahul struck a well-controlled unbeaten 75 while being in a crucial sixth wicket partnership of 108 runs with all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja as India defeated Australia by five wickets with 61 balls to spare in a low-scoring affair. With the win at the Wa ... read..

Willow TV secures ICC cricket media rights in the USA and Canada until 2027

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

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday announced a new four-year direct deal with Times Internet Limited in the USA and Canada, making Willow TV the home of ICC cricket in both countries in TV and digital up until the end of 2027. ... read..

South Africa keeper Trisha Chetty retires from cricket due to recurring back injury

Johannesburg | Saturday, 2023 2:15:09 AM IST

South Africas veteran wicketkeeper-batter Trisha Chetty announced that she has retired from all forms of cricket due to a recurring back injury, bringing an end to a 21-year career in domestic and international cricket. ... read..

Gaurika prevails over Tvesa in playoff to win sixth leg of women's golf tour

Gurugram | Saturday, 2023 2:15:09 AM IST

Gaurika Bishnoi edged out Tvesa Malik in a tight title clash on the final day of the sixth leg of the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour (WPGT) at the Classic Golf and Country Club here on Friday. ... read..

Arshdeep Singh to play five County Championship matches for Kent in June-July 2023

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

India's left-arm fast-bowler Arshdeep Singh has signed a deal with Kent to play five County Championship matches in June and July 2023. ... read..

Asian Handball Federation to back Premier Handball League

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 18, 2023 4:05:21 PM IST

The inaugural Premier Handball League (PHL) - already sanctioned by the Handball Association India, the National Sports Federation for the sport of Handball, affiliated with the International Handball Federation (IHF) and the Asian Handball Federation (AH ... read..

WPL 2023: Venkatesh Prasad feels UP Warriorz could join Mumbai Indians in the title clash

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

With the business end of the Women's Premier League (WPL) starting with a doubleheader on Saturday, four teams barring an unbeaten Mumbai Indians, are fighting for two spots in the playoffs. ... read..

Excellent composure under pressure: Venkatesh Prasad lauds KL Rahul's match-winning knock against Australia in 1st ODI

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 18, 2023 12:04:23 AM IST

Former India pacer Venkatesh Prasad praised KL Rahul's sublime unbeaten knock of 75 and insisted the wicket-keeper batter formulated his innings quite brilliantly. ... read..

Kent Cricket sign Arshdeep Singh for County Championship

London | March 17, 2023 10:35:55 PM IST

Kent Cricket on Friday announced that they have signed India's left-arm swing bowler Arshdeep Singh to play five County Championship matches. ... read..

Being called up to national football team is dream come true: Ritwik Kumar Das

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 17, 2023 10:35:52 PM IST

Dreams come true, perhaps more often on the silver screen. However, real life is more about a series of dreams, each aiming to take its protagonist to a better place with every tick of the clock. ... read..

Rahul's gritty fifty, Jadeja's 45 help India beat Australia by 5 wickets in first ODI

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 17, 2023 9:33:58 PM IST

A gritty and resilient half-century by KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja's crucial knock of unbeaten 45 guided India to 5 wickets victory with 61 balls remaining against Australia in the first ODI of three-match series here at Wankhede Stadium on Friday. ... read..

All England Open: Gayatri Gopichand-Treesa Jolly advance to semifinals

Birmingham | March 17, 2023 8:05:43 PM IST

India's Gayatri Gopichand and Treesa Jolly defeated China's Li Wen Mei and Liu Xuanxuan 21-14, 18-21, 21-12 in the women's doubles quarterfinals at the All England Open 2023 to make it to the semis in Birmingham on Friday. ... read..

India to take on Ireland in three-match T20I series in Malahide

Dublin | March 17, 2023 6:34:31 PM IST

Ireland to host Team India for a three-match T20I series set to be played in Malahide between August 18-23, before visiting England for a three-match ODI tour from September 20 to 26. ... read..

Sri Lanka name squad for ODI and T20I series against New Zealand

Colombo | March 17, 2023 6:04:19 PM IST

Sri Lanka Cricket Selection Committee on Friday named two 18-member squads for the ODI and T20I series against New Zealand. ... read..

Shami, Siraj's fiery bowling help India bundle out Australia for 188 in 1st ODI

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 17, 2023 5:37:15 PM IST

Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj scalped three and Ravindra Jadeja bagged two wickets to help India bundle out Australia for 188 in the 35.3 overs in the opening ODI of the three-match series here at Wankhede Stadium on Friday. ... read..

Crystal Palace sack Patrick Viera after winless streak

London | March 17, 2023 4:07:10 PM IST

Crystal Palace have parted ways with Patrick Viera after failing to secure a victory in their last 13 games. The club released an official statement to make this announcement. Along with Patrick Viera, Osian Roberts, Kristian Wilson and Said Aigoun have a ... read..

Blessing Muzarabani, Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl return as Zimbabwe name squad for Netherlands ODIs

Bulawayo | March 17, 2023 4:07:03 PM IST

Zimbabwe have named a full-strength squad that features their premier players including Blessing Muzarabani, Sikandar Raza and Ryan Burl for the ODI series against the Netherlands, all set to commence from March 21. ... read..

IPL 2023: David Warner shares special message for Rishabh Pant

New Delhi | March 17, 2023 3:06:58 PM IST

The newly-appointed Delhi Capitals Captain for the IPL 2023 season - David Warner sent out a special message for the franchise's regular skipper Rishabh Pant, who is currently undergoing rehab and recovery. ... read..

Hardik Pandya won't be part of World Test Championship Final

Mumbai | March 17, 2023 2:34:42 PM IST

Hardik Pandya the stand-in captain in India's ODI series against Australia has revealed that he won't be taking part in the World Test Championship final, ... read..

India vs Australia 1st ODI: India win toss, opt to field first

Mumbai | March 17, 2023 2:05:57 PM IST

India won the toss and opted to field first in the first ODI match against Australia at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Friday. ... read..

Should India travel to Pakistan for Asia Cup 2023? Here's what Harbhajan Singh says

Doha | March 17, 2023 11:36:46 AM IST

The former Indian veteran spinner Harbhajan Singh believes that India should not travel to Pakistan for Asia Cup 2023. According to him, there are a lot of risks involved which have to be considered before making any decision. ... read..

World Giants march into final riding on Hashim Amla, Jacques Kallis' half centuries

Doha | March 17, 2023 11:36:39 AM IST

Hashim Amla and Jacques Kallis cracked elegant half-centuries to lead World Giants into the final of Legends League Cricket (LLC) Masters defeating Asia Lions by 20 runs. ... read..

Lakshya Sen crashes out of All England Open Badminton Championship

Birmingham | March 17, 2023 10:04:03 AM IST

Commonwealth Games champion Lakshya Sen crashed out of the All England Open 2023 men's singles event after losing to Anders Antonsen of Denmark in straight games at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham on Thursday. ... read..

Sporting Lisbon book their place in last 8 as Arsenal crashes out of UEL

London | March 17, 2023 10:04:02 AM IST

Nuno Santos's fifth penalty sealed the spot for Sporting Lisbon in the quarter-finals of the UEFA Europa League. Arsenal broke the deadlock with a goal from Granit Xhaka within 20 minutes of the game making it 3-2 on aggregate. ... read..

WPL 2023: Gujarat Giants hold their nerve to register 11-run win over Delhi Capitals (ld)

Mumbai | Friday, 2023 5:15:08 AM IST

The Gujarat Giants managed to hold their nerve to get back to winning ways by registering an 11-run win over Delhi Capitals in match 14 of the Women's Premier League (WPL) at the Brabourne Stadium on Thursday. ... read..

WPL 2023: Gujarat Giants hold their nerve to register 11-run win over Delhi Capitals

New Delhi | Friday, 2023 5:15:08 AM IST

Star boxer Nikhat Zareen kickstarted the defence of her title and India's challenge on an impressive note at the IBA Women's World Boxing Championships with a dominating victory while Sakshi Chaudhary, Nupur Sheoran and Preeti also made winning starts on ... read..

IND v AUS: Hardik Pandya 'quite confident' of bowlers doing very well in Jasprit Bumrah's absence

Mumbai | Friday, 2023 4:45:09 AM IST

Hardik Pandya, India's stand-in captain for the first ODI against Australia to be held on Friday, backed the bowlers in the series to do very well in the absence of pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah. ... read..

Sammer demanding increasing robustness and speed in German club football

Berlin | Friday, 2023 4:45:09 AM IST

For a good reason, former German international Matthias Sammer is demanding improvements in German club football. The 55-year-old demanded more effort when it comes to robustness, speed and agility. ... read..

Focus on fourth Clasico of season as La Liga goes into the international break (preview)

Madrid (Spain) | Friday, 2023 4:15:09 AM IST

The El Clasico between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid will again take pride of place in La Liga this weekend, although the last round of matches before the international break is vital at both ends of the league's table. ... read..

2023 ODI World Cup: Nepal punch Qualifier ticket after beating UAE by DLS method

Kirtipur (Nepal) | Friday, 2023 4:15:08 AM IST

Nepal pipped Namibia to make it to the third spot of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 after they beat UAE by nine runs (by DLS method) at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground here on Thursday. ... read..

Women's World Boxing C'ships: Nikhat starts with a bang; Sakshi, Nupur and Preeti also advance (2nd lead)

New Delhi | Friday, 2023 3:45:08 AM IST

Star boxer Nikhat Zareen kickstarted the defence of her title and India's challenge on an impressive note at the IBA Women's World Boxing Championships with a dominating victory while Sakshi Chaudhary, Nupur Sheoran and Preeti also made winning starts on ... read..

National Chess C'ship for Visually Impaired: Gangolli, Pradhan continue to lead

Mumbai | Friday, 2023 3:15:09 AM IST

Kishan Gangolli and Soundarya Kumar Pradhan jointly continued to lead the race with 5.5 points after the 6th round of the AICFB National Chess Championship for the Visually Impaired while Somender BL followed the leaders with 5 points. ... read..

WPL 2023: Fifties from Laura Wolvaardt, Ashleigh Gardner take Gujarat Giants to 147/4

Mumbai | Friday, 2023 3:15:08 AM IST

Scintillating fifties from Laura Wolvaardt and Ashleigh Gardner took Gujarat Giants to 147/4 in 20 overs against Delhi Capitals in Match 14 of the Womens Premier League (WPL) at the Brabourne Stadium here on Thursday. ... read..

South Africa all-rounder Dane van Niekerk announces retirement from international cricket

Johannesburg | Friday, 2023 2:45:09 AM IST

South Africa's all-rounder Dane van Niekerk has announced her retirement from all forms of international cricket, ending a career that spanned more than 14 years. ... read..

IND v AUS: We will be trying different lineups, having lot of all-rounders is an advantage, says Mitchell Marsh

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

Australia is looking at the upcoming three One-day Internationals and the three games the two teams will play in September to experiment with their lineups and buildup towards the 50-overs World Cup to be held in India later this year. ... read..

IND v AUS: Ishan, Shubman to be opening pair; wicket to give equal opportunities to both teams, says Hardik Pandya

Mumbai | Friday, 2023 2:15:09 AM IST

Hardik Pandya, the stand-in skipper for India's first ODI against Australia at the Wankhede Stadium, said Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill will be the opening pair for the hosts here on Friday. ... read..

Jehan Daruvala looking to fire up his F2 campaign with Saudi podium repeat

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

India's Formula 2 racer Jehan Daruvala will be looking to bounce back in Saudi Arabia this weekend, as he returns to Jeddah's high-speed Corniche street track, which set the stage for a storming top-three finish for the young driver last year. ... read..

Women's World Boxing C'ship: Nikhat starts with a bang; Sakshi and Nupur also advance (Ld)

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

Star boxer Nikhat Zareen kickstarted the defence of her title and India's challenge with an impressive win at the IBA Women's World Boxing Championships with a dominating victory while Sakshi Chaudhary and Nupur Sheoran also made winning starts at the Ind ... read..

WPL 2023: Delhi Capitals win toss, elect to bowl first against Gujarat Giants

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

Delhi Capitals skipper Meg Lanning has won the toss and elected to bowl first against Gujarat Giants in match 14 of Womens Premier League (WPL) at the Brabourne Stadium on Thursday. ... read..

IPL 2023: Mumbai Indians will have a point to prove after last year's performance, says Sunil Gavaskar

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

Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar believes five-time IPL winners Mumbai Indians will have a point to prove in the 2023 season after last year's performance, where they finished at bottom of the points table. ... read..

Pakistan's Aleem Dar steps down as umpire from ICC Elite Panel

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

Veteran Pakistan match official Aleem Dar has stepped down as an international umpire after 19 years on the Elite panel, standing in a record 435 mens international matches. ... read..

WPL 2023: Gujarat Giants take regular wickets, beat Delhi Capitals by 11 runs

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 17, 2023 12:05:01 AM IST

Ashleigh Gardner and Laura Wolvaardt's half-centuries followed by splendid bowling performance by Gujarat Giants (GG) bowlers helped them defeat Delhi Capitals (DC) by 11 runs in the Women's Premier League (WPL) match at Brabourne Stadium here on Thursday ... read..

India have strong side, they can dominate Australia in WTC final: Former England captain Paul Collingwood

By Vipul Kashyap Doha | March 16, 2023 11:04:52 PM IST

Former England captain Paul Collingwood, who is currently playing in Legends League Cricket league in Doha, said that India have a very story side and Men in Blue can easily "dominate" Australia in ICC World Test Championship final in June. ... read..

Clifford Miranda named Odisha FC head coach until end of season

Cuttack (Odisha) | March 16, 2023 10:34:58 PM IST

Indian Super League (ISL) club Odisha FC on Thursday announced the appointment of Clifford Miranda as head coach until the end of the season. ... read..

WPL: Fifties from Gardner, Wolvaardt guide Gujarat Giants to 147/4 against Delhi Capitals

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 16, 2023 10:05:50 PM IST

Blistering fifties from Ashleigh Gardner and Laura Wolvaardt guided Gujarat Giants (GG) to 147/4 against Delhi Capitals (DC) in their Women's Premier League (WPL) match at Brabourne Stadium here on Thursday. ... read..

Former South Africa captain Dane van Niekerk announces retirement from international cricket

Johannesburg | March 16, 2023 9:36:12 PM IST

Former South Africa captain Dane van Niekerk on Thursday announced her retirement from all forms of international cricket calling curtains on a glorious career. ... read..

We aren't much bothered: Hardik Pandya on Jasprit Bumrah's absence in Indian pace attack

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 16, 2023 9:05:47 PM IST

Stand-in captain for the first ODI match against Australia, Hardik Pandya believes star pacer Jasprit Bumrah's absence from the match will not affect the Indian pace attack department's strength. ... read..

Nikhat starts IBA Women's World Boxing Championships with win; Sakshi and Nupur also advance

New Delhi | March 16, 2023 9:05:36 PM IST

Star boxer Nikhat Zareen kickstarted India's challenge impressively at the IBA Women's World Boxing Championships with a dominating victory while Sakshi Chaudhary, Nupur Sheoran and Preeti also made winning starts at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex in Ne ... read..

WPL 2023: Delhi Capitals captain Meg Lanning wins toss, opts to field against Gujarat Giants

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 16, 2023 8:05:10 PM IST

Delhi Capitals captain Meg Lanning won the toss and elected to field first against Gujarat Giants in their Women's Premier League (WPL) 2023 match here at Brabourne Stadium on Thursday. ... read..

Adrian Holdstock, Ahsan Raza join ICC Elite Panel of Umpires as Aleem Dar steps down

Dubai | March 16, 2023 7:35:07 PM IST

South Africa's Adrian Holdstock and Pakistan's Ahsan Raza have been added to the ICC's Elite Panel of Umpires for 2023-24, with veteran Aleem Dar stepping down. ... read..

Nepal punch ICC World Cup Qualifiers ticket after beating UAE by DLS method

Kirtipur | March 16, 2023 7:04:19 PM IST

Nepal pipped Namibia to make it to the third spot of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 after they beat UAE by nine runs (by DLS method). ... read..

Indian Wells: Maria Sakkari rallies past Petra Kvitova to book semifinals berth

California | March 16, 2023 5:35:25 PM IST

World No. 7 Maria Sakkari on Thursday scripted a stunning comeback win as she rallied from a set and a breakdown to defeat 15th seed Petra Kvitova 4-6, 7-5, 6-1 and advance to her second straight semifinal of the ongoing Indian Wells in the California des ... read..

Thomas Dennerby names 23-member squad for preparatory tours to Jordan and Uzbekistan

New Delhi | March 16, 2023 5:04:40 PM IST

Senior Women's National Team head coach Thomas Dennerby named a 23-member squad that will play friendly matches in Jordan and Uzbekistan in March. The Senior Indian Women's National Team will play games in Jordan between March 17 to 22, and in Uzbekistan ... read..

PV Priya announces 20-member squad for SAFF U-17 Women's Championship

New Delhi | March 16, 2023 5:04:37 PM IST

India U-17 women's national team head coach PV Priya announced a 20-member squad that will travel to Dhaka, Bangladesh, for the SAFF U-17 Women's Championship starting on March 20. The tournament is held in collaboration with UEFA. ... read..

UEFA Champions League: Liverpool bow out of competition after 6-2 loss to Real Madrid

Madrid | March 16, 2023 4:35:20 PM IST

Liverpool bowed out of the UEFA Champions League after a 6-2 aggregate defeat to defending champions Real Madrid on Bernabeu on Thursday. ... read..

Neeraj Goyat set for professional boxing return against Jose Zepeda

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 16, 2023 3:05:01 PM IST

Neeraj Goyat returns to professional boxing against Jose Zepeda on March 25 in Guadalajara, Mexico. ... read..

"Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium is lucky for us," says India men's hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh

Rourkela (Odisha) | March 16, 2023 3:04:43 PM IST

Elated with the team's performance in the FIH Hockey Pro League 2022-2023 home games where India beat reigning World Champions Germany 3-2 and 6-3 followed by 5-4 and 2-2 (4-3 SO) win against Australia, Captain Harmanpreet Singh expressed that the Birsa M ... read..

Russia proposes to host first Shanghai Cooperation Organization Games

New Delhi | March 16, 2023 1:34:56 PM IST

Russia on Thursday proposed to hold the first Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Games in the country. ... read..

Aim to provide best facilities to national football team: Gujarat Sports Minister Harsh Sanghavi

New Delhi | March 16, 2023 1:07:21 PM IST

Gujarat Sorts Minister Harsh Sanghavivisited the Senior Women's National Team's training session at the TrasStadia in Ahmedabad, and interacted with the players and the staff after the session. ... read..

Sunrisers Hyderabad unveil jersey for IPL 2023

New Delhi | March 16, 2023 12:34:55 PM IST

Sunrisers Hyderabad revealed their jersey for the 2023 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Thursday. ... read..

Excited to lead such talented bunch; will miss Rishabh: New Delhi Capitals captain David Warner

New Delhi | March 16, 2023 12:05:23 PM IST

After being appointed as the skipper of Delhi Capitals for Indian Premier League 2023, star Australian opener David Warner said the team will miss wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, terming him a terrific leader, while expressing his excitement about leadi ... read..

There is still one per cent chance, what you think about it matters: Virat Kohli 's pep-talk with RCB women's team

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 16, 2023 12:05:21 PM IST

Star India batter Virat Kohli conducted a pep talk with the Royal Challengers Bangalore women's team, which is currently struggling in Women's Premier League (WPL), having won only one out of their six league stage matches so far. ... read..

Teen from tribal-dominated Jashpur selected by Mumbai Indians as support player for IPL 2023

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | March 16, 2023 11:35:57 AM IST

Proving that talent, ability and calibre are not confined to big cities, a teen from tribal-dominated Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh has been selected as a support player by Mumbai Indians for the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). ... read..

LLC Masters: Chris Gayle's explosive fifty powers World Giants to three-wicket win over India Maharajas

Doha | March 16, 2023 11:05:58 AM IST

World Giants, riding on Chris Gayle's commanding knock of 57, recorded a three-wicket victory over India Maharajas in the fifth match of the Legends League Cricket (LLC) Masters at the Asian Town Cricket Stadium in Doha. ... read..

England all-rounder Will Jacks ruled out of 2023 IPL due to muscle injury

New Delhi | March 16, 2023 10:36:44 AM IST

England all-rounder Will Jacks, bought by Royal Challengers Bangalore, has been ruled out of the 2023 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). ... read..

WPL: Losing three wickets in powerplay is not great, remarks UP Warriorz skipper Healy after five-wicket loss to RCB

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 16, 2023 10:04:35 AM IST

Following her side's five-wicket loss to Royal Challengers Bangalore in their Women's Premier League (WPL) match, UP Warriorz skipper Alyssa Healy remarked that her team was not up to the standard and losing three wickets in the powerplay was not great fo ... read..

David Warner to lead Delhi Capitals in IPL 2023

New Delhi | March 16, 2023 9:34:56 AM IST

Australian opener David Warner will be leading Delhi Capitals in the 2023 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in absence of an injured Rishabh Pant, reported ESPNCricinfo on Thursday. ... read..

WPL: Accomplished dream of winning a game for RCB, says all-rounder Kanika Ahuja after victory over UP Warriorz

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 16, 2023 9:34:55 AM IST

Following the five-wicket win over UP Warriorz (UPW) in a Women's Premier League (WPL) match, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) all-rounder Kanika Ahuja said that she has accomplished her dream of winning a game for her franchise and added that she has al ... read..

WPL: Kanika is a 360-degree player, impressed by her belief, remarks skipper Mandhana after RCB's win over UP Warriorz

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 16, 2023 9:05:14 AM IST

Following her side's five-wicket win over UP Warriorz in their Women's Premier League (WPL) match, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) skipper Smriti Mandhana lauded young all-rounder Kanika Ahuja for her match-winning knock and her self-belief, saying that ... read..

Europa League: A lot of work for Real Sociedad, Betis in return-leg matches

Madrid (Spain) | Thursday, 2023 4:45:09 AM IST

Real Sociedad and Real Betis both face difficult tasks on Thursday if they want to qualify for the quarterfinals of the Europa League. ... read..

FIH Pro League: India beat Australia 4-3 in shoot-out to remain unbeaten in Rourkela

Rourkela | Thursday, 2023 4:45:08 AM IST

India ended on a rousing note the FIH Pro League mini-cluster at Rourkela, beating Australia 4-3 in the sudden death shoot-out on the final day of action at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium here on Wednesday. ... read..

David Warner's availability for Mumbai ODI against India to be assessed: Report

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

With Australia all set to play three ODIs against India starting from Friday at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, the availability of left-handed opener David Warner is set to be assessed by the visitors. ... read..

National chess C'ship for visually challenged: Gangolli, Pradhan still maintain lead after Rd 5

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

Competition is getting stronger with each passing round in the AICFB National Chess Championship with Kishan Gangolli of Karnataka and Soundarya Kumar Pradhan of Orissa in joint lead with 4.5 points at the end of the fifth round on Wednesday. ... read..

Elite Pro Basketball Pre-season: Delhi Dominators beat Chandigarh Conquerors in 1-point thriller

Noida (U.P) | Thursday, 2023 3:15:09 AM IST

The Elite Pro Basketball Pre-Season got off to a thrilling start here on Wednesday as Delhi Dominators beat Chandigarh Conquerors by 1 point -- with the final score reading 74-73 in favour of Delhi at the NOIDA Indoor Stadium. ... read..

Women's World Boxing: Nikhat Zareen to kickstart home challenge; mixed draw for Indians

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

Star boxer and reigning champion Nikhat Zareen will kick off India's challenge at the IBA Women's World Boxing Championships 2023 on Thursday as the country's pugilists were handed a mixed draw. ... read..

AIFF initiates Club Licensing process for 2023-24 season

New Delhi | Thursday, 2023 2:45:08 AM IST

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has initiated licensing process for eligible clubs so that they can undergo the Indian Club Licensing process and be eligible to participate in events in the 2023-24 season. ... read..

Golf: Chikka, Khalin, Shiv lead sizeable Indian challenge at The DGC Open

New Delhi | Thursday, 2023 2:15:08 AM IST

A sizeable home contingent will tee off at the USD 750,000 The DGC Open at the Delhi Golf Club on Thursday, hoping to make the most of the largest Asian Tour event scheduled for the year on Indian soil. ... read..

IND v AUS: Shreyas Iyer ruled out of ODI series, confirms fielding coach T. Dilip

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

T. Dilip, India's fielding coach, on Wednesday confirmed that middle-order batsman Shreyas Iyer is ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia, starting here on Friday. ... read..

Golf: Shubhankar Sharma, Manu Gandas set for two weeks' action in South Africa

Eastern Cape (South Africa) | Thursday, 2023 1:45:09 AM IST

India's Shubhankar Sharma and Manu Gandas are back in action at the SDC Championship as the duo is set for the next two weeks in South Africa. The SDC Championship will be followed by the Jonsson Workwear Open as the Sunshine Tour hosts the fifth of the s ... read..

'Grateful for small things, big things': Rishabh Pant shares video of walking in water

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

India wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant shared a video of himself regarding his recovery from multiple injuries he suffered in a horrific car accident in December last year. ... read..

WPL 2023: Kanika Ahuja, Ellyse Perry help Royal Challengers Bangalore beat UP Warriorz by 5 wickets

Navi Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 16, 2023 12:05:16 AM IST

After bowlers ran riot, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) batters held their nerves as Kanika Ahuja's blistering innings of 46 runs helped RCB defeat UP Warriorz (UPW) by 5 wickets in their Women's Premier League (WPL) match here at DY Patil Sports Academ ... read..

'Can't complain...I believe in God and he's taking care of me": Bukayo Saka on being repeatedly fouled

London | March 16, 2023 12:05:07 AM IST

Bukayo Saka has been the top performer for Arsenal for the past two seasons. His rise from a wingback to a full-time winger has gone well under Mikel Arteta. As a winger, he has been crucial for the Gunners in terms of goals and assists. He recently won t ... read..

All England Open: PV Sindhu crashes out; Srikanth advances into pre-quarters

Birmingham | March 15, 2023 11:34:36 PM IST

Former world champion PV Sindhu's poor form continued as she lost to Zhang Yi Man of China in the opening round of the All England Open 2023 women's singles at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham on Wednesday. ... read..

Sports Minister Thakur inaugurates IBA Women's World Boxing Championships 2023

New Delhi | March 15, 2023 11:05:07 PM IST

The Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Anurag Singh Thakur on Wednesday inaugurated the IBA Women's World Boxing Championships 2023 at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex in New Delhi as India gets ready for a mega boxing festival. ... read..

West Indies men's team to have separate red-ball, white-ball coaches

St John's | March 15, 2023 11:04:57 PM IST

Cricket West Indies (CWI) on Wednesday announced that the role of head coach for the West Indies senior men's teams will be split into separate red- and white-ball coaches. ... read..

Nikhat to kickstart home challenge at IBA Women's World Boxing Championships 2023 on Thursday; mixed draw for Indians

New Delhi | March 15, 2023 11:04:55 PM IST

Star boxer Nikhat Zareen will kick off India's challenge at the IBA Women's World Boxing Championships 2023 on Thursday as the country's pugilists were handed a mixed draw. ... read..

Indian Wells: Carlos Alcaraz moves into quarterfinals after Jack Draper retires hurt

California | March 15, 2023 10:35:09 PM IST

Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the Indian Wells Open quarterfinals on Tuesday as he led Jack Draper 6-2, 2-0 when the Briton was forced to retire with an abdominal injury. ... read..

Hockey India congratulates Vivek Sagar Prasad on completing 100 International Caps

Rourkela (Odisha) | March 15, 2023 10:35:03 PM IST

Hockey India on Wednesday congratulated midfielder Vivek Sagar Prasad on completing 100 International Caps for India. ... read..

WPL 2023: Royal Challengers Bangalore bowlers keep up pressure, bundle out UP Warriorz for 135

Navi Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 15, 2023 10:34:59 PM IST

The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) bowlers kept up pressure on UP Warriorz (UPW) as they bowled them for 135 in 19.3 overs in their Women's Premier League (WPL) match at DY Patil Sports Academy here on Wednesday. ... read..

Team India remains unbeaten in FIH Hockey Pro League; beat Australia 2-2 (4-3 SO)

Rourkela (Odisha) | March 15, 2023 10:34:48 PM IST

After a hat-trick of wins, the Indian Men's Hockey Team remained unbeaten as they put up a resilient performance against Australia in the last home game in the FIH Hockey Pro League here at the world's largest-seated Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela ... read..

WPL: Delhi Capitals keen for victory against Gujarat Giants to inch towards play offs

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 15, 2023 10:34:41 PM IST

Delhi Capitals will be keen to take a step closer to WPL playoffs by securing a victory against Gujarat Giants on Thursday. The undefeated Mumbai Indians currently lead the table with 10 points. If they are able to continue their winning streak and secure ... read..

Watch: Rishabh Pant takes another step towards recovery, India star shares video of pool-workout session

New Delhi | March 15, 2023 9:34:50 PM IST

Indian wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant is making steady progress towards recovery from the car accident that took place in December 2022. ... read..

Shreyas Iyer ruled out of ODI series against Australia, confirms India fielding coach T Dilip

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 15, 2023 9:04:49 PM IST

India middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer has been ruled out of the three-game ODI series against Australia. ... read..

WPL 2023: IIT Delhi turns blue to support Delhi Capitals

New Delhi | March 15, 2023 8:35:08 PM IST

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi turned blue and roared louder than ever to show its support for Delhi Capitals as the team continues its good run in the ongoing Women's Premier League (WPL). ... read..

Former pacer Shoaib Akhtar wants Asia Cup 2023 to take place in Sri Lanka if not in Pakistan

By Vipul Kashyap Doha | March 15, 2023 8:35:07 PM IST

Former Pakistan pacer, Shoaib Akhtar said that he wants the Asia Cup 2023 tournament to be held in Sri Lanka if not in Pakistan. ... read..

WPL 2023: Royal Challengers Bangalore win toss, opt to field against UP Warriorz

Navi Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 15, 2023 8:06:20 PM IST

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) won the toss and opted to field first against UP Warriorz (UPW) in their Women's Premier League (WPL) match here at DY Patil Sports Academy on Wednesday. ... read..

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