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ISL 2023-24: Treble-chasing Mohun Bagan SG take on Mumbai City FC in high-stakes final

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 4, 2024 11:30:06 AM IST

Celebrating the culmination of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 season, anticipation is peaking as rivals Mohun Bagan Super Giant and Mumbai City FC lock horns to become the ISL Cup Winners at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Saturday. Kolkata wil ... read..

"We have to complete the circle": Mohun Bagan SG's head coach Antonio Habas ahead of ISL 2023-24 final

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 4, 2024 11:29:58 AM IST

Mohun Bagan SG head coach Antonio Habas urged his players to complete the circle with a victory against Mumbai City FC in the forthcoming final match in the Indian Super League (ISL) at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Saturday. ... read..

Mumbai Indians' story is finished in IPL 2024, says Irfan Pathan

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 4, 2024 11:29:54 AM IST

Following Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) 24-run win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the Wankhede Stadium, former cricketer Irfan Pathan said the hosts' "story is finished" in the ongoing season of the T20 tournament. ... read..

"We controlled our emotions": KKR's Varun Chakaravarthy on 24-run victory over MI

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 4, 2024 9:30:30 AM IST

After his side's 24-run win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the Wankhede Stadium, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) bowler, Varun Chakaravarthy, said they tried to control their emotions and stick to the plan. ... read..

"I have to be flexible": KKR's Venkatesh Iyer after 70-run knock against MI

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 4, 2024 9:30:23 AM IST

After playing a 70-run knock against Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batting all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer said he has to be "flexible" in terms of the situation. ... read..

Madrid Open: Andrey Rublev reaches silverware showdown, beats Taylor Fritz in semis

Madrid | May 4, 2024 2:30:43 AM IST

A resurgent Andrey Rublev staged a thrilling commanding semi-final victory over Taylor Fritz, sealing a place in the Madrid Open final on Friday. ... read..

KKR captain Shreyas Iyer hails Manish Pandey, says impact player rule helped Kolkata against MI

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 4, 2024 2:30:41 AM IST

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) Shreyas Iyer labelled impact player rule as the factor that "certainly" helped them take a step closer to the playoffs of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season following their 24-run over Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede ... read..

"If you don't form partnerships, it will cost you": MI captain Hardik Pandya after loss to KKR

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 4, 2024 2:30:39 AM IST

After a crushing loss to the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Mumbai Indians (MI) captain Hardik Pandya said not forming partnerships during the game cost Mumbai the match and hopes to return to winning ways in the remainder of the season. ... read..

Rinku should not be disheartened: Sourav Ganguly offers words of encouragement to batter after T20 WC snub

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 4, 2024 2:30:37 AM IST

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly believes hard-hitter Rinku Singh's omission from India's 15-player ICC T20 World Cup squad comes down to the addition of a fourth spinner. ... read..

USA named 15-member squad for T20 World Cup 2024; former NZ player Corey Anderson added

Washington, DC | May 4, 2024 2:30:36 AM IST

Hosts USA on Friday named their 15-member squad for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 with Corey Anderson is set to join a select list of cricketers to represent two different teams at the global event after being named in USA's squad. ... read..

"That's not correct": Carlos Sainz denies rejecting Audi Formula 1 offer

Miami | May 4, 2024 12:01:48 AM IST

Ahead of the Miami Grand Prix, Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz denied the rumours of rejecting an offer to join Audi when the German company joins Formula 1 in 2026. ... read..

"Enough with this type of rumor": Chelsea manager Pochettino rubbishes speculations around his future

London | May 4, 2024 12:01:29 AM IST

Chelsea head coach Mauricio Pochettino opened up about his future with the club after The Blues struggled throughout the season to find consistency. ... read..

MOC clears proposals of Jyothi Yarraji, Shaili Singh as duo aim to qualify for upcoming Paris Olympics

New Delhi | May 3, 2024 11:00:10 PM IST

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) Mission Olympic Cell (MOC) during their 134th meeting approved athletes Jyothi Yarraji and Shaili Singh's proposals for multiple competitions as the two aim to Qualify for the upcoming Paris Olympic Games. ... read..

IPL 2024: Venkatesh, Manish propel KKR to 169 after MI pacers ran rampant at Wankhede

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 3, 2024 10:59:40 PM IST

Venkatesh Iyer and Manish Pandey's 83-run stand propelled Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to 169 as Mumbai Indians (MI) pace duo Jasprit Bumrah and Nuwan Thushara ran rampant at the Wankhede Stadium in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season on Friday. ... read..

Rovman Powell to lead West Indies squad for T20 WC; Shamar Joseph, Andre Russell included

Saint John's | May 3, 2024 10:59:29 PM IST

Two-time World champions West Indies on Friday announced their 15-player squad for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2024, which will be co-hosted in the Caribbean and the USA. ... read..

"It's not about money for me": Verstappen reacts to questions on future after Newey's Red Bull exit

Miami | May 3, 2024 10:59:27 PM IST

Following the announcement that Adrian Newey is leaving Red Bull, Max Verstappen emphasized he is not considering leaving the team, stating that he has a "really strong group" around him who can take up the mantle. ... read..

IPL 2024: Rohit Sharma named Impact Substitute as Mumbai Indians win toss, put Kolkata Knight Riders to bat

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 3, 2024 10:00:25 PM IST

Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya won the toss and opted to bowl first against Kolkata Knight Riders in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 on Friday at the Wankhede Stadium. ... read..

South Africa announce Sri Lanka and Pakistan series during 2024-25 home season

Johannesburg | May 3, 2024 9:59:55 PM IST

Cricket South Africa (CSA) on Friday announced the schedule for the 2024/25 international home season and will host Sri Lanka and Pakistan men's teams later in the year. ... read..

ICC announces 26 match officials for T20 World Cup

Dubai | May 3, 2024 9:59:53 PM IST

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday announced 26 match officials for the first round of matches of the T20 World Cup 2024 in the West Indies and USA, starting June 1. ... read..

"Looking forward to playing with you again": Mustafizur's message for Dhoni as he heads back home from IPL

New Delhi | May 3, 2024 9:59:40 PM IST

Chennai Super Kings leading wicket-taker in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season, Mustafizur Rahman, has left the defending champions camp after his No Objection Certificate (NOC) expired. ... read..

Marco Reus ends his 12-year stay with Borussia Dortmund, set to leave at end of current season

Dortmund | May 3, 2024 9:59:29 PM IST

Borussia Dortmund legend Marco Reus on Friday announced that he will part ways with the German Giants at the end of the ongoing season after 12 years. ... read..

National Women's Hockey League 2024-25: Maharashtra, Haryana register register wins

Ranchi (Jharkhand) | May 3, 2024 9:59:16 PM IST

Day four of the National Women's Hockey League 2024-25 (Phase 1) saw Hockey Haryana and Hockey Maharashtra win their respective matches, which took place at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astroturf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi, Jharkhand on Friday. ... read..

Turkey off to golden start at ISSF World Cup in Baku

Baku | May 3, 2024 8:01:32 PM IST

Turkey's pair of Simal Yilmaz and Ismail Keles secured the first gold medal of the ISSF World Cup Rifle, Pistol and Shotgun in Baku as they won the opening 10m air pistol mixed team final. ... read..

Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto wins toss, opts to bowl against Zimbabwe in 1st T20I

Chattogram | May 3, 2024 8:01:21 PM IST

Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto won the toss and opted to bowl first against Zimbabwe in their first T20I of the five-match series at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium on Friday. ... read..

FIM E-Xplorer World Cup: INDE Racing looks for second successive podium finish in upcoming round

Oslo | May 3, 2024 8:01:20 PM IST

After making a historic debut in the first round of the prestigious FIM E-Xplorer World Cup held in Osaka, Japan earlier this year where they finished third, India's 1st FIM registered motorcycle racing team, INDE Racing is geared-up for the second round ... read..

India women's to play multi-format series against South Africa at home

New Delhi | May 3, 2024 8:00:45 PM IST

The Indian women's team is likely to host South Africa for a multi-format women's tour from June to July, as ESPNcricinfo reported. ... read..

Asian U-22 and Youth Boxing Championships: Brijesh, Aryan among seven Indians to enter finals

Astana | May 3, 2024 8:00:22 PM IST

Brijesh Tamta and Aryan alongwith five other Indian boxers entered the finals in the youth men's category at the ASBC Asian U-22 and Youth Boxing Championships 2024 in Astana, Kazakhstan on Friday. ... read..

ICC issue annual team rankings; India lead both white-ball formats while Aussies take top spot in Tests

Dubai | May 3, 2024 5:01:15 PM IST

The International Cricket Council (ICC) issued the annual team rankings update on Friday, with Australia taking the top spot in Test cricket and India maintaining supremacy in both white-ball formats. ... read..

Mallika Nadda appointed chairperson of Special Olympics Asia Pacific Advisory Council

New Delhi | May 3, 2024 5:01:13 PM IST

Mallika Nadda, President of Special Olympics Bharat, has been appointed as Chairperson of the Special Olympics Asia Pacific Advisory Council (APAC), for three years. ... read..

Shubhankar, Gaganjeet seek golfing bromance on Paris Olympics debut

New Delhi | May 3, 2024 5:01:09 PM IST

Leading Indian golfers Shubhankar Sharma and Gaganjeet Bhullar are set to make their Olympic debut in Paris 2024. Shubhankar and Gaganjeet are ranked 47 and 52, respectively, on the Olympic Golf Rankings (OGR) as of April 29 and are expected to be among t ... read..

"Nitish becoming one of my favourites....": Shane Watson hails young uncapped Indian all-rounder

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 3, 2024 5:00:54 PM IST

Former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson hailed young Indian uncapped all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, saying that he is one of his favourite players to watch and lauded his dominance over the experienced spin duo of Yuzvendra Chahal and Ravichandran Ash ... read..

Empire FC announces squad for BDFA "C" Division League

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | May 3, 2024 5:00:48 PM IST

Empire FC, the Bengaluru-based football club backed by NKP Empire Ventures Pvt. Ltd., [Empire Group] announced its official squad for the upcoming Bengaluru District Football Association (BDFA) "C" Division League. ... read..

Ponting opens up on evolution of T20 cricket, strike rate and anchor role in short format game

New Delhi | May 3, 2024 3:01:25 PM IST

Delhi Capitals (DC) coach and legendary Australian skipper Ricky Ponting opened up on the evolution of T20 cricket, strike rate as a parameter to measure a batter's effectiveness, anchor role in the shorter format, and said that the batters are getting mo ... read..

"A proper cricket tragic...": Ricky Ponting opens up on his son's love for the sport

New Delhi | May 3, 2024 3:01:17 PM IST

Delhi Capitals (DC) head coach and Australian cricket legend Ricky Ponting opened up on his son Fletcher's love for the sport and how he enjoys playing competitive cricket back in Australia and practice sessions with the Indian Premier League (IPL) franch ... read..

"Its a bit daunting...": RCB's Will Jacks on being "next AB de Villiers" for the franchise

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | May 3, 2024 3:00:42 PM IST

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) all-rounder Will Jacks opened up on filling the shoes of legendary South African batter AB de Villiers as franchise's premier overseas batter, saying that the task is "daunting". ... read..

FIDE Candidates winner D Gukesh meets Sports Minister Anurag Thakur

New Delhi | May 3, 2024 3:00:30 PM IST

Indian chess star D Gukesh, who won the International Chess Federation (FIDE) Candidates title in April, met Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur at his residence on Thursday. ... read..

CJ Cup: Japan's Taiga roars with 64 to trail leader Wallace by 1

McKinney | May 3, 2024 3:00:15 PM IST

Named after Tiger Woods, Japan's rising star Taiga Semikawa is once again showing his stripes following an opening 7-under 64 in The CJ Cup Byron Nelson on Thursday to trail leader Matt Wallace of England by one stroke. ... read..

KKR assistant coach Nayar hails Shreyas Iyer for "mental strength and positivity" amid recent career setbacks

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 3, 2024 12:01:25 PM IST

Ahead of his side's Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Mumbai Indians (MI), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) assistant coach Abhishek Nayar hailed skipper Shreyas Iyer for his mental strength and positive approach to life despite some ups and downs duri ... read..

"Not in my best form....": RR's Riyan Parag following one-run loss to SRH

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 3, 2024 11:00:53 AM IST

Following his side's one-run loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match, Rajasthan Royals (RR) all-rounder Riyan Parag, who has had a breakout season with the franchise, admitted that he is not in his best form since he c ... read..

"When Bhuvneshwar came to bowl the final over...": SRH all-rounder Nitish after win over RR

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 3, 2024 11:00:49 AM IST

Following his side's one-run win over Rajasthan Royals (RR), Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy said that when he realised that Bhuvneshwar Kumar was defending 13 runs in the final over, he got the confidence that the veteran pacer c ... read..

SRH's Nitish Reddy joins elite company of Warner, Head, Klaasen for a massive franchise record

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 3, 2024 11:00:35 AM IST

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy joined an elite company on Thursday, with the most number of sixes in an Indian Premier League (IPL) innings by a batter of his franchise. ... read..

IPL 2024: RR all-rounder Riyan Parag's breakout season continues

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 3, 2024 11:00:32 AM IST

Rajasthan Royals (RR) all-rounder Riyan Parag's breakout season continues. On Thursday, he brought up his 1,000 runs in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and also became the first uncapped Indian player to complete 400-plus runs in this edition of the tourn ... read..

RR's Jaiswal-Parag register 2nd-highest partnership during loss in IPL history

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 3, 2024 11:00:26 AM IST

Rajasthan Royals batters Yashasvi Jaiswal and Riyan Parag registered an unfortunate record on Thursday - forming the second-biggest partnership in a losing cause in the history of Indian Premier League (IPL). ... read..

"My bowling has not been upto the mark...": MI all-rounder Shepherd ahead of KKR clash

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 3, 2024 11:00:24 AM IST

Ahead of his side's Indian Premier League (IPL) game against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Mumbai Indians (MI) all-rounder Romario Shepherd said that his bowling has not been up to the mark and he has been working to make it better. ... read..

"Good win, probably one that we didn't expect": Travis Head on SRH's 1-run triumph over RR

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 3, 2024 2:59:09 AM IST

Sunrisers Hyderabad opener Travis Head admitted that the hosts "didn't expect" to end the night at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium with a victory against Rajasthan Royals in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL). ... read..

"Did not cross my mind we could get wicket, was thinking...": SRH skipper Cummins after win over RR

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 3, 2024 2:59:05 AM IST

Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins gave his take on their "amazing game" against Rajasthan Royals and admitted that on the final ball, the thought of taking a wicket didn't strike him, super over was the primary thought in his mind. ... read..

IPL 2024: SRH edge past RR on final ball to clinch 1-run victory

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 3, 2024 1:59:28 AM IST

Bhuvneshwar Kumar held on to his nerves to seal a 1-run win for Sunrisers Hyderabad against Rajasthan Royals on Thursday in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. ... read..

Madrid Open: Iga Swiatek races past Madison Keys to seal spot in semifinal

Madrid | May 3, 2024 1:59:24 AM IST

World No.1 Iga Swiatek sealed a spot in her second straight Madrid Open final with a victory over No.18 seed Madison Keys in the semifinal clash on Thursday. ... read..

West Indies player Devon Thomas banned for five years under anti-corruption code

Dubai | May 3, 2024 1:59:22 AM IST

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday imposed a five-year period of ineligibility from all cricket on West Indies player Devon Thomas after he accepted breaching seven counts of the anti-corruption codes of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), the Emira ... read..

"I was only focussed on the process": Bhuvneshwar Kumar on bowling thrilling final over against RR

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 3, 2024 1:59:21 AM IST

The star of the match Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who with his outstanding spell of 3 for 41 handed Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) a thrilling final over victory, said he wanted to execute the balls well in the last over and added he got the best out when the ball swin ... read..

"It was tough to bat against new ball": RR captain Sanju Samson hails SRH bowlers for fightback

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 3, 2024 1:59:15 AM IST

Despite a defeat, Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain Sanju Samson hailed the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) bowlers for managing to keep the scoring rate at 10 runs an over till the very final over and credit to RR youngsters Yashasvi Jaiswal and Riyan Parag for pl ... read..

IOC President Bach announces 36-athlete Refugee Team for Paris 2024 Olympics

Lausanne | May 2, 2024 12:00:25 AM IST

International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach on Thursday announced that 36 athletes will form the IOC Refugee Olympic Team Paris 2024, representing the world's displaced population of over 100 million people at this summer's Olympic Games Paris 2 ... read..

"She is someone who can always give us a lot of runs": Harmanpreet Kaur hails Shafali Verma

Sylhet | May 2, 2024 12:00:00 AM IST

Team India captain Harmanpreet Kaur lauded the match-winning performance of Shafali Verma and said the opener is someone the team can always rely on to slam runs in the powerplay. ... read..

Skipper Rohit Sharma interacts with Rinku Singh after KKR star got snubbed from India's T20 WC squad

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 2, 2024 11:59:33 PM IST

India skipper and Mumbai Indians opening batter Rohit Sharma interacted with Rinku Singh after the left-handed star batter's omission from the 15-player squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup. ... read..

"Rinku's claim was vital for a spot but...": Rajeev Shukla on hard-hitter's exclusion from T20 WC squad

By Vipul Kashyap New Delhi | May 2, 2024 11:59:26 PM IST

Hard-hitting batter Rinku Singh was "really vital" for the team, but "no slot" was left for him as the selectors have chosen a "well-balanced" squad for the T20 World Cup, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla said. ... read..

TUC 2024: India's campaign ends as both men and women team go down in quarters

Chengdu | May 2, 2024 10:01:08 PM IST

Lakshya Sen continued his domination of Asian Games gold medalist Li Shi Feng and the rest of the Indian squad pushed overwhelming favourites and hosts China in all the matches but ended up on the wrong side of the 1-3 score line in the quarterfinals of t ... read..

Rohit, Agarkar explain rationale behind T20 World Cup squad selection

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 2, 2024 10:00:55 PM IST

With India declaring its T20 World Cup 2024 squad that had a few surprising calls from among the contenders, skipper Rohit Sharma and chief selector Ajit Agarkar on Thursday explained that the choices were made due to combinations that the team wanted. ... read..

"No concerns there at all": BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar rubbishes Virat Kohli's strike-rate critics

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 2, 2024 10:00:42 PM IST

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) chief selector Ajit Agarkar rubbished queries around star batter Virat Kohli's strike-rate in T20 cricket, stating that there were "no concerns there at all". ... read..

Smriti, Shafali guide India to series win over Bangladesh following 7-wicket triumph in 3rd T20I

Sylhet | May 2, 2024 10:00:27 PM IST

Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana's opening stand helped India clinch a comprehensive victory as well as the T20I series against Bangladesh on Thursday in Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. ... read..

"We were looking for players who bat in middle": Agarkar on KL Rahul's exclusion from India's T20 World Cup squad

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 2, 2024 9:00:17 PM IST

Indian team's chief selector Ajit Agarkar on Thursday revealed the reason why Sanju Samson and Rishabh Pant were preferred over KL Rahul for India's T20 World Cup squad, saying that the 32-year-old wicketkeeper-batter is a terrific player but they were l ... read..

India captain Rohit Sharma pinpoints reason for selecting Dube, outlines role of pace-bowling all-rounders in T20 WC

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 2, 2024 9:00:02 PM IST

India skipper Rohit Sharma revealed the reason behind selecting Shivam Dube in the 15-player squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, which is slated to begin on June 1. ... read..

Rohit Sharma sheds light on inclusion of four spinners, possible playing XI for T20 WC

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 2, 2024 8:59:56 PM IST

Skipper Rohit Sharma revealed that he wanted four spinners in India's 15-player squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, which is slated to begin in June this year. ... read..

T20 World Cup 2024 anthem 'Out of this World' released; music video features Usain Bolt, Caribbean cricketers

New Delhi | May 2, 2024 8:59:54 PM IST

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday released the T20 World Cup's official anthem 'Out of this World'. The song has been sung by Grammy award-winning artist Sean Paul and Soca superstar Kes. ... read..

NADA India organizes Play True campaign to create awareness about clean sports

New Delhi | May 2, 2024 8:59:50 PM IST

The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA), India concluded the Play True Campaign, with a turnout of more than 12,133 participants. ... read..

IPL 2024: Sunrisers Hyderabad win toss, opt to bat against Rajasthan Royals

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 2, 2024 8:59:45 PM IST

Sunrisers Hyderabad skipper Pat Cummins won the toss and opted to bat against Rajasthan Royals in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 here at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. ... read..

No replacement for Hardik Pandya... we know what he brings: BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 2, 2024 8:59:39 PM IST

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) chief selector Ajit Agarkar defended out-of-colour all-rounder Hardik Pandya's inclusion in India's squad for the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, saying that the "skillset the 30-year-old brings to the table is rar ... read..

Asian U-22 and Youth Boxing Championships 2024: Jadumani, Ajay shine as four Indians advance to semi-finals

Astana | May 2, 2024 7:00:05 PM IST

Indian boxers Mandengbam Jadumani Singh, Nikhil, Ajay Kumar and Ankush registered impressive victories to move into the men's U-22 semi-finals at the ASBC Asian U-22 and Youth Boxing Championships 2024 in Astana, Kazakhstan on Thursday. ... read..

Hockey India names 24-member women's squad for FIH Hockey Pro League 2023-24

New Delhi | May 2, 2024 4:01:31 PM IST

Hockey India announced the 24-member Women's Hockey Team that will participate in the upcoming Belgium and England legs of the FIH Pro League 2023-24. ... read..

Fencer Taniksha Khatri credits international training for gritty show in Olympic Qualifiers

New Delhi | May 2, 2024 4:01:14 PM IST

India's top women's Epee fencer Taniksha Khatri has not come to terms with the heartbreak of falling one step short of winning a maiden berth in the Olympic Games competition in the Asia-Oceania Zonal Olympic Qualifier in Fujairah in the United Arab Emira ... read..

Haris Rauf returns as Pakistan name T20I squad for Ireland and England series

Lahore | May 2, 2024 4:01:08 PM IST

Pakistan announced the T20I squad for their upcoming series against Ireland and England. Star Men in Green pacer Haris Rauf returned to the squad after missing the recently concluded New Zealand series due to a shoulder injury. ... read..

"We have got the right 15": Skipper Marsh on Australian squad for T20 WC

New Delhi | May 2, 2024 4:00:48 PM IST

After Australia announced their squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, skipper Mitchell Marsh said they have got the right 15-member side for the ICC event. ... read..

He doesn't look good: CSK coach Stephen Fleming provides update on Deepak Chahar's injury

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 2, 2024 2:01:18 PM IST

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming provided an injury update on pacer Deepak Chahar and said that the 31-year-old "doesn't look good". ... read..

Harpreet, Rahul have been phenomenal: Rossouw showers praise on PBKS bowlers

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 2, 2024 2:01:04 PM IST

Punjab Kings (PBKS) batter Rilee Rossouw heaped praise on bowlers Harpreet Brar and Rahul Chahar and called them "phenomenal" for their performance against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. ... read..

"Virat Kohli-one of the best to ever play cricket": AB de Villiers

New Delhi | May 2, 2024 2:00:44 PM IST

Former South Africa cricketer AB de Villiers heaped praise on India and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batter Virat Kohli and said he is one of the best players to ever play cricket. ... read..

"Extremely strong": Kumar Sangakkara on Indian squad for T20 WC

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 2, 2024 2:00:27 PM IST

Former Sri Lanka cricketer and Rajasthan Royals (RR) Director of Cricket Kumar Sangakkara hailed India's 15-member side for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024 and called it an "extremely strong" squad. ... read..

Indian women go down against Japan to end their campaign in Uber Cup quarters

Chengdu | May 2, 2024 2:00:18 PM IST

The young Indian women's team, showed enough promise and prowess for the future as they finished their campaign against the former champions, Japan 0-3 despite a splendid effort by the singles players at the BWF Uber Cup 2024 campaign in Chengdu at the qu ... read..

Punjab Kings equal Mumbai Indians' record of five straight wins over CSK in IPL

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 2, 2024 10:59:24 AM IST

Punjab Kings (PBKS) equalled Mumbai Indians' (MI) record of five straight victories over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Punjab achieved the feat after a 7-wicket win over CSK on Wednesday at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. ... read..

Canada announce squad for T20 World Cup 2024, Saad Bin Zafar to lead

Ottawa | May 2, 2024 9:59:20 AM IST

Cricket Canada named their 15-member squad on Thursday for the upcoming T20 World Cup. All-rounder Saad Bin Zafar will lead the Canadian side in the ICC tournament. ... read..

IPL 2024: Hyderabad wish to play an aggressive brand of cricket, says SRH's Simon Helmot

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 2, 2024 9:59:16 AM IST

Ahead of his side's clash against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) assistant coach Simon Helmot said that they want to play an aggressive brand of cricket in ... read..

"Need to take such gambles": Sam Curran on handing Rahul Chahar 19th over against CSK

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 2, 2024 2:59:14 AM IST

Punjab Kings stand-in skipper Sam Curran revealed the reason behind his decision to hand the ball to Rahul Chahar to bowl the 19th over against Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. ... read..

"Bowling to these legends feels normal": PBKS spinner Harpreet Brar

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 2, 2024 2:59:13 AM IST

Punjab Kings left-arm spinner Harpreet Brar opened up about the areas he tries to aim for while bowling against some of the best hitters of the tournament in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. ... read..

Jannik Sinner withdraws from Madrid Open due to hip injury

Madrid | May 2, 2024 1:59:32 AM IST

The World No. 2 Jannik Sinner withdrew from the ongoing Madrid Open due to a hip injury, the tournament announced on Wednesday. ... read..

Champions Trophy: PCB shortlists Lahore as venue for India's all games

New Delhi | May 2, 2024 1:59:30 AM IST

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has designated Lahore as the only location for India matches for the Champions Trophy that Pakistan have been awarded for the next year, as ESPNcricinfo reported. ... read..

Madrid Open: Andrey Rublev ends Carlos Alcaraz's Madrid dominance, reaches semi-finals

Madrid | May 2, 2024 1:59:29 AM IST

The World No. 8 Andrey Rublev ended No. 3 Carlos Alcaraz's Madrid dominance with a masterclass performance. The two-time defending champion Spaniard's quest for a historic third consecutive title at the ATP Masters 1000 event didn't get its fairytale endi ... read..

"Probably 50-60 runs short": CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad after defeat against PBKS

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 2, 2024 1:59:27 AM IST

After a defeat against Punjab Kings (PBKS) at their home ground MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain Ruturaj Gaikwad felt his side was "50-60 runs short" during the match and highlighted that pitch was not that great but improved in t ... read..

"160 on this wicket was chaseable": Rilee Rossouw lauds bowlers for restricting CSK to 163

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 2, 2024 1:59:25 AM IST

Punjab Kings (PBKS) batter Rilee Rossouw, who played a match-winning knock against Chennai Super Kings (CSK), credited bowlers' fiery spells to give batters a chasable target and lauded Jonny Bairstow for providing the side with a "foundation to chase it ... read..

IPL 2024: CSK set 163-run target for Punjab Kings as Chahar, Harpreet shine with bowl

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 2, 2024 12:31:59 AM IST

Rahul Chahar and Harpreet Brar's spin restricted Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batters at MA Chidambaram Stadium as the hosts could reach a moderate score of 162/7 against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match on Wednesday. ... read..

"He is a super player and deserves every opportunity" : Tom Moody on exclusion of Rinku Singh from T20 WC 2024 squad

New Delhi | May 2, 2024 12:31:05 AM IST

Following the announcement of India's squad for the ICC Men's 20 World Cup 2024, Australia's legendary cricketer Tom Moody believes that left-hand batter Rinku Singh should have been included in the squad as he is a super player and deserves every opportu ... read..

Former England spinner Monty Panesar names "surprise" omission, "key factor" in India's T20 WC squad

New Delhi | May 2, 2024 12:30:59 AM IST

Former England spinner Monty Panesar feels Rinku Singh was a surprise omission from India's World Cup squad and named Shivam Dube as the key factor during the Men in Blue's hunt for World Cup glory. ... read..

India sailor Nethra Kumanan feels "way more prepared" for Paris 2024 Olympics

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 2, 2024 12:30:57 AM IST

Tokyo 2020 Olympian Nethra Kumanan opened up about her preparations for the upcoming Summer Games in Paris after securing the quota for the second consecutive time in sailing. ... read..

Thomas Cup 2024: Prannoy finds winning form as India gear up for QF after losing against Indonesia

New Delhi | May 2, 2024 12:30:53 AM IST

India's top-ranked singles shuttler HS Prannoy hit the strides and came from behind to win over Indonesia's Anthony Ginting as the defending champions finished second in Group C at the BWF Thomas Cup 2024 in Chengdu, China, on Wednesday. ... read..

IPL 2024: CSK pacer Deepak Chahar leaves field due to injury during PBKS clash

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 2, 2024 12:30:49 AM IST

Chennai Super Kings suffered an injury blow after star quick Deepak Chahar walked off the field during their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 clash against Punjab Kings at Chepauk on Wednesday. ... read..

We deserved to go to final, says Yoell van Nieff as Mumbai City FC prepare for Mohun Bagan Super Giant clash

New Delhi | May 2, 2024 12:30:45 AM IST

Mumbai City FC overcame FC Goa with a 5-2 aggregate in a two-leg Indian Super League (ISL) semi-final, setting the stage for an exciting final against Mohun Bagan Super Giant on May 4 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata. ... read..

Chelsea's injury woes increase as manager Pochettino rules out two defenders ahead of Tottenham clash

London | May 2, 2024 12:30:39 AM IST

Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino provided an injury update ahead of their Premier League clash against Tottenham Hotspur. ... read..

Madrid Open: Elena Rybakina downs Yulia Putintseva to book semi-final spot

Madrid | May 2, 2024 12:30:33 AM IST

World No. 4 Elena Rybakina produced a remarkable comeback victory against Yulia Putintseva in her quarter-final clash of the ongoing Madrid Open 2024 on Wednesday. ... read..

F1: Red Bull confirms exit of Chief Technical Officer Adrian Newey in early 2025

Milton Keynes | May 2, 2024 12:30:27 AM IST

Red Bull on Wednesday announced that Chief Technical Officer Adrian Newey will leave the team's Technology Group in the first quarter of 2025 after almost 19 years at Milton Keynes. ... read..

Suresh Raina lauds Jasprit Bumrah's gesture towards Mayank Yadav

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | May 2, 2024 12:30:19 AM IST

Former India cricketer Suresh Raina appreciated Mumbai Indians seamer Jasprit Bumrah's gesture towards Lucknow Super Giants player Mayank Yadav following the 48th clash of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. ... read..

National Women's Hockey League: Haryana, Maharashtra register wins on day two

Ranchi (Jharkhand) | May 2, 2024 12:30:13 AM IST

The second day of the National Women's Hockey League 2024-2025 (Phase 1) saw Hockey Haryana and Hockey Maharashtra win their respective matches at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astroturf Hockey Stadium here on Wednesday. ... read..

AIFF Disciplinary Committee announces suspension for Mohun Bagan Super Giant's Armando Sadiku

New Delhi | May 1, 2024 10:30:18 PM IST

The All India Football Federation's Disciplinary Committee, on Sunday, April 28, handed out a suspension of two matches, with an additional suspended sentence of another two games to Mohun Bagan Super Giant player Armando Sadiku (jersey No. 99) for violat ... read..

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