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"Guys performing is pleasing...": Santner following New Zealand's six-wicket win over South Africa

Lahore | February 11, 2025 11:12:50 AM IST

New Zealand registered a commanding six-wicket victory over South Africa at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Monday in the ongoing ODI Tri-Series 2025. The Kiwis put up an all-round performance, successfully chasing down the target and continuing their st ... read..

"Sure you will see a lot more of Breetzke": Temba Bavuma after debutant's stunning 150 in loss to New Zealand

Lahore | February 11, 2025 10:12:40 AM IST

New Zealand secured a six-wicket victory over South Africa at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore in the ongoing ODI Tri-Series 2025. The Kiwis successfully chased down the target, showcasing their dominance with both bat and ball. ... read..

"Had to work hard to chase it down": Williamson after match-winning century against South Africa

Lahore | February 11, 2025 9:42:39 AM IST

New Zealand's Kane Williamson delivered a masterclass in batting, guiding his team to victory over South Africa in the second match of the Tri-Nation series. ... read..

All-Star Team Chennai, All-Star Team Delhi crowned champions of ACG Jr. NBA 3v3 National League Finals

New Delhi | February 11, 2025 9:12:44 AM IST

The ACG Jr. NBA program, a nationwide 3v3 tournament for the top U-14 players across India and the largest school-based basketball program in the country, drew to a successful close with All-Star Team Delhi clinching the boys' title and All-Star Team Chen ... read..

ICC World Test Championship 2023-25: League stage recap, road to final

New Delhi | February 11, 2025 9:12:38 AM IST

The league stage of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 concluded with Australia securing a historic series victory in the subcontinent, defeating Sri Lanka by nine wickets. With this triumph, Australia sealed their spot in the final, where they ... read..

"Shows lot of character...": Skipper Balbirnie after Ireland secure third consecutive Test win

Bulawayo | February 11, 2025 8:42:40 AM IST

Ireland captain Andy Balbirnie feels his team is building confidence with each Test match, following their commanding 63-run victory over Zimbabwe in Bulawayo on Monday, marking their third straight Test triumph. ... read..

Lobera hails Odisha FC's fighting spirit after gritty draw against Punjab FC

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 11, 2025 8:12:36 AM IST

Odisha FC (OFC) head coach Sergio Lobera expressed pride in his team's resilience after a challenging 1-1 draw against Punjab FC (PFC) in the Indian Super League (ISL), stating that his players gave everything despite playing with ten men for half the mat ... read..

Dilmperis laments missed chances as Punjab FC settle for draw against ten-man Odisha

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 11, 2025 8:12:34 AM IST

Punjab FC (PFC) head coach Panagiotis Dilmperis rued his team's goal-scoring opportunities as the Shers shared spoils with ten-man Odisha FC (OFC) in the Indian Super League (ISL) at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Monday. ... read..

Shyam Lal College wins inaugural match of 11th Padmashree Shyam Lal Memorial Hockey Tournament

New Delhi | February 11, 2025 2:12:38 AM IST

Host Shyam Lal College (Morning) won the inaugural match in the men's section of the 11th Padmashree Shyam Lal Memorial Invitation Hockey Tournament, defeating Indira Gandhi Institute of Physical Education and Sports Sciences 4-2. ... read..

High-performance centres in sports in Kalinga Stadium are role models for country: Raksha Khadse

Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) | February 10, 2025 11:42:55 PM IST

Raksha Khadse, Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports believes High-performance centres in sports (HPCs) in Kalinga Stadium are role models for the country. ... read..

ISL: 10-man Odisha FC hold Punjab FC to 1-1 draw

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 10, 2025 11:42:47 PM IST

Despite being reduced to 10 men, Odisha FC held Punjab FC to a 1-1 draw at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season on Monday. A red card in the 44th minute to Rahul KP, pegged Odisha FC on the backfoot as Petros ... read..

ISPL: Defending champs Kolkata end campaign on high note

Thane (Maharashtra) | February 10, 2025 11:42:40 PM IST

Defending champions Tiigers of Kolkata bowed out of the second season of the Indian Street Premier League with a thrilling three-wicket win over KVN Bangalore Strikers in the final league stage match at the Dadoji Kondadev Stadium here on Monday. ... read..

InBl Pro U25: Pranav Prince stars as Mumbai Titans secure stunning win over Hyderabad Falcons

New Delhi | February 10, 2025 11:13:02 PM IST

Pranav Prince delivered a stellar performance to lead the Mumbai Titans to their first victory of the season, overpowering the table-topping Hyderabad Falcons 95-79 in the InBL Pro U25 at the Thyagraj Indoor Stadium on Monday. ... read..

Mumbai Indians welcome The Hundred's London-based franchise 'Oval Invincibles' to #OneFamily

Mumbai (Mahrashtra) | February 10, 2025 10:42:46 PM IST

Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), owners of Mumbai Indians (MI), through its subsidiary, RISE Worldwide, on Monday announced its successful bid to partner with the London-based Oval Invincibles, a franchise in England and Wales Cricket Board's (ECB) The ... read..

Legend 90 League: Guptill goes berserk to propel Chhattisgarh Warriors to victory

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | February 10, 2025 10:12:36 PM IST

Martin Guptill produced a once-in-a-lifetime knock in the Legend 90 League, smashing an unbeaten 160* off just 49 balls to propel Chhattisgarh Warriors to a monumental 89-run win over Big Boys Unikari on Monday. ... read..

"Rohit, Virat are going to win us Champions Trophy": Atul Wassan

New Delhi | February 10, 2025 9:42:46 PM IST

Former cricketer Atul Wassan has prophesied that stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will take India to the Champions Trophy glory. ... read..

South Africa's Breetzke rewrites history books, first batter to score 150 runs in ODI debut

Lahore | February 10, 2025 9:42:38 PM IST

South Africa's Matthew Breetzke on Monday achieved an elusive record during the ODI Tri-Series as he became the first batter to score 150 runs during the men's ODI debut. ... read..

Shooting: Rudrankksh, Sift, win back-to-back trials

New Delhi | February 10, 2025 9:42:36 PM IST

Maharashtra's Rudrankksh Patil and Punjab's Sift Kaur Samra won back-to-back national selection trials for Group A shooters, emerging winners of the men's 10m air rifle and women's 50m rifle 3 positions (3P) T2 matches respectively. ... read..

ODI Tri-Series: Kane Williamson's blitz knock guides New Zealand to clinch six-wicket win over South Africa

Lahore | February 10, 2025 9:12:44 PM IST

Batter Kane Williamson's fiery century powered New Zealand to clinch a six-wicket win over South Africa at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Monday in the ongoing ODI Tri-Series 2025. ... read..

One World One Family Cup 2025: Cricket for Cause helmed by Sadguru Sri Madhusudan Sai concludes

Muddenahalli (Karnataka) | February 10, 2025 7:12:35 PM IST

In the most perfect exemplification of sports serving humanity, several retired cricketing greats converged at Sathya Sai Grama, Muddenahalli near Bengaluru for the second edition of the One World One Family Cup. ... read..

Not Australia or England: Muttiah Muralitharan picks arch-rivals India, Pakistan as favourites for CT 2025

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 10, 2025 7:12:33 PM IST

Legendary spinner Muttiah Muralitharan has picked last edition finalists, India and Pakistan favourites for the forthcoming ICC Champions Trophy. ... read..

Saim Ayub's absence will be "massive gap to fill" for Pakistan in Champions Trophy: Ponting

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 10, 2025 6:42:44 PM IST

Former cricketer Ricky Ponting on Monday opened up on star Pakistan batter Saim Ayub's absence from the Champions Trophy 2025 squad and said that the 22-year-old's place will be a "massive gap to fill" for the Men in Green. ... read..

Can Rohit Sharma deliver consistently? Sanjay Manjrekar weighs in on possibility

New Delhi | February 10, 2025 6:12:49 PM IST

Former cricketer-turned-commentator Sanjay Manjrekar weighed in on about India captain Rohit Sharma's proficiency in performing constantly as he did in 2019. ... read..

Legend 90 League: Richard Levi, Brendan Taylor fire Dubai Giants to first win

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | February 10, 2025 5:12:48 PM IST

Delhi Royals secured a convincing victory while Dubai Giants also opened their account by defeating Gujarat in the ongoing Legend 90 League here at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium. ... read..

German Women's Hockey Team arrives in Bhubaneswar ahead of FIH Pro League

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 10, 2025 5:12:37 PM IST

The German Women's Hockey Team arrived at Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar on Monday ahead of their FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 fixtures in India, a release from Hockey India stated. ... read..

"Happy he is back in form...": Azharuddin on Rohit's century against England

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 10, 2025 3:12:53 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer Mohammed Azharuddin expressed happiness at skipper Rohit Sharma's roaring return to form during the second ODI against England, saying that if he keeps performing well, there is no doubt India will be successful in the upcoming ICC ... read..

Spainish teams arrive in Bhubaneswar for FIH Hockey Pro League matches

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 10, 2025 1:42:34 PM IST

Both the Men's and Women's teams of Spain arrived together at the Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar, Odisha on Monday as they gear up for the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 matches in India, Hockey India said. ... read..

Trinamool MP Haque raises in RS concerns over alleged declining radio cricket commentary standard

New Delhi | February 10, 2025 1:42:33 PM IST

Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Nadimul Haque on Monday in Rajya Sabha, expressed concerns over alleged declining standards of cricket commentary on All India Radio (AIR) and suggested some measures, including the appointment of renowned cricket broadcaster H ... read..

Jay Shah announces "Donate Organs, Save Lives" initiative ahead of 3rd IND-ENG ODI at Ahmedabad

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 10, 2025 12:42:52 PM IST

International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah announced the awareness initiative "Donate Organs, Save Lives" ahead of the third ODI between India and England, which will take place at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Wednesday. ... read..

Super Bowl: Philadelphia Eagles' deny Kansas City Chiefs hat-trick of titles

New Orleans | February 10, 2025 12:12:40 PM IST

Philadelphia Eagles secured a memorable 40-22 win over the Kansas City Chiefs at the Super Bowl LIX on Sunday at New Orleans. ... read..

Carlos Alcaraz expresses happiness following maiden indoor title win at Rotterdam

Rotterdam | February 10, 2025 11:12:43 AM IST

Spanish tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz expressed happiness after securing the Rotterdam Open singles title, which is his first-ever indoor tour-level title. ... read..

"Pakistan are a side that....": Shastri on hosts' ICC Champions Trophy chances

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 10, 2025 10:42:44 AM IST

Former Indian head coach Ravi Shastri feels that defending champions Pakistan will do well in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy and could be very dangerous in their home conditions if they make it to the knockout stages. ... read..

"I have been here long enough....": Rohit Sharma following Cuttack century against England

Cuttack (Odisha) | February 10, 2025 10:42:39 AM IST

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma expressed his thoughts after a match-winning ton against England in the second ODI at Cuttack, pointing out that a few failures would not change the way he bats and to overcome failures, one needs to play with a mindset of tryi ... read..

"We are too satisfied...": Bengaluru FC coach after win over Jamshedpur FC

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 10, 2025 10:12:40 AM IST

Bengaluru FC head coach Gerard Zaragoza expressed delight after the Blues got back on the winning ways with a dominating victory over Jamshedpur FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru on Sunday. ... read..

"Performance not upto the mark...": Jamshedpur FC coach after loss to Bengaluru FC

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 10, 2025 10:12:36 AM IST

Jamshedpur FC head coach Khalid Jamil expressed disappointment as his team fell to Bengaluru FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) on Sunday, saying that the performance was not up to the mark, especially when his team was playing an away game. ... read..

"I was not well...": Champions Trophy 2017 final centurion Fakhar Zaman recalls almost missing title clash

Islamabad | February 10, 2025 9:42:37 AM IST

Ahead of ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman, who smashed a swashbuckling match-winning century in the 2017 final against India revealed how he almost missed out on the summit clash and recalled the moment when he realised it could be ... read..

Raza's knock powers Dubai Capitals to maiden ILT20 title in a thriller against Desert Vipers

Dubai | February 10, 2025 9:12:39 AM IST

In a dramatic climax to the International League T20 (ILT20) season three, the Dubai Capitals overcame last season's heartbreak to claim their maiden title with a four-wicket win over the Desert Vipers in Sunday's final at the Dubai International Cricket ... read..

Rohit Sharma storms into top 10 ODI run-getters list, overtakes Sachin

Cuttack (Odisha) | February 10, 2025 9:12:36 AM IST

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma made a memorable return to form with a power-packed century against England at Cuttack in the second ODI on Sunday, helping him overtake Rahul Dravid to enter the top 10 run-getters in ODI cricket. ... read..

Champions Trophy a chance for Virat and Rohit to prove themselves: Harbhajan Singh

Dubai | February 10, 2025 5:42:32 AM IST

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh backed Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to showcase their match-winning abilities in the upcoming Champions Trophy, stressing that while expectations are high, both still have the talent to deliver, even as young player ... read..

India has advantage, will adjust better to Dubai pitches: Harbhajan Singh

Dubai | February 10, 2025 5:12:31 AM IST

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh believes India has an advantage in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, underlining that familiarity with Dubai's pitches will give them an edge over Pakistan in their much-anticipated clash. ... read..

Rohit decodes his approach for blistering century, commends "classy" Gill for not being overawed by situation

Cuttack (Odisha) | February 10, 2025 2:12:48 AM IST

India captain Rohit Sharma shared insights into his approach after scoring a swashbuckling century in the second ODI against England in Cuttack. The seasoned opener reflected on his experience of batting alongside Shubman Gill, whom he described as a "ver ... read..

Jadeja hails Rohit Sharma's century as a boost for India ahead of Champions Trophy

Cuttack (Odisha) | February 10, 2025 2:12:41 AM IST

Ravindra Jadeja views skipper Rohit Sharma's century in the second ODI against England as a promising sign for India ahead of the Champions Trophy. ... read..

Playing domestic cricket benefited a lot to maintain the rhythm: India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja

Cuttack (Odisha) | February 10, 2025 2:12:40 AM IST

India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja opened up about his current form on Sunday and stated that playing domestic cricket for Saurashtra helped him maintain consistency during the ODI series against England. ... read..

Steve Smith becomes first Australia fielder to script massive record in Test cricket

Galle | February 9, 2025 11:42:47 PM IST

Steve Smith etched his name into the history book in the spectrum of fielding, by becoming the player to take the most Test catches by a non-wicketkeeper for Australia in Tests. ... read..

Jil claims singles, Pridankina-Anshba win doubles title at Mumbai Open 2025 Final

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 9, 2025 11:12:39 PM IST

Swiss tennis player Jil Teichmann defeated Mananchaya Sawangkaew 6-3, 6-4 to claim the coveted Mumbai Open 2025 WTA 125 series singles title in fine style. The former World No. 21, showed class, was in complete control of the match and added another accol ... read..

2nd ODI: Rohit Sharma's knock powers India to 4-wicket victory over England

Cuttack (Odisha) | February 9, 2025 10:42:43 PM IST

Rohit Sharma's explosive century powered India to clinch a four-wicket triumph over England in the second ODI match of the series at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack on Sunday. ... read..

ISL: Bengaluru FC move to fourth spot with 3-0 win over Jamshedpur FC

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 9, 2025 10:42:34 PM IST

Bengaluru FC comfortably ousted Jamshedpur FC by 3-0 at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Sunday. ... read..

Joe Root dethrones Eoin Morgan to script massive record for England in ODIs

Cuttack (Odisha) | February 9, 2025 10:12:40 PM IST

Joe Root eclipsed his former compatriot and captain Eoin Morgan for the most fifty-plus scores for England in men's ODIs. ... read..

InBl Pro U25: Hankerson leads Gujarat Stallions to first win of the season against Punjab Warriors

New Delhi | February 9, 2025 10:12:37 PM IST

The Gujarat Stallions secured their first victory of the season, beating Punjab Warriors 83-76 in the InBl Pro U25 at the Thyagraj Indoor Stadium on Sunday. ... read..

ISPL Season 2: Mumbai dash Chennai's play-off hopes

Thane (Maharashtra) | February 9, 2025 10:12:34 PM IST

Majhi Mumbai dashed Chennai Singams' hopes of reaching the play-offs of the Indian Street Premier League, season 2, after handing them a 24-run thrashing in their final league stage fixture at the Dadoji Kondadev Stadium here on Sunday. ... read..

Australia finish second in WTC 2023-25 points table after series win against Sri Lanka in Tests

Dubai | February 9, 2025 9:12:45 PM IST

Following a 2-0 win against Sri Lanka in a two-match Test series away from home, Australia confirmed the second position in the World Test Championship 2023-25 points table on Sunday, as per the ICC. ... read..

Records galore on second day of track and field at Uttarakhand National Games

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | February 9, 2025 9:12:41 PM IST

Records galore on the second day of track and field at 38th Uttarakhand National Games here at Dehradun's newly laid eight-lane track at Sports College Campus. Three individuals and one men's 4x100m relay National Games record were bettered on a warm Sund ... read..

Kamran Akmal believes opening for Pakistan is 'ruining' Babar Azam's confidence ahead of CT 2025

Lahore | February 9, 2025 8:42:53 PM IST

Former Pakistani wicketkeeper batter Kamran Akmal believes making Babar Azam open is ruining his confidence and Pakistan's team combination. ... read..

"It was a great feeling: Simmons on his opening stand with Dhawan in Legend 90 League

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | February 9, 2025 8:42:48 PM IST

Former West Indies opener and T20 World Cup winner Lendl Simmons expressed his excitement about opening the innings alongside Shikhar Dhawan for Delhi Royals in the Legend 90 League. ... read..

Here's reason why match between India, England was stopped in second innings at Cuttack

Cuttack (Odisha) | February 9, 2025 8:13:02 PM IST

The second ODI between India and England at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack on Sunday was stopped due to floodlight failure in the seventh over of the second innings. ... read..

Dhananjaya de Silva "disappointed" with team's 2-0 loss in Test series against Australia

Galle | February 9, 2025 8:12:56 PM IST

Sri Lanka skipper Dhananjaya de Silva expressed "disappointment" after losing a two-match Test series against Australia 2-0 at home on Sunday. ... read..

"Felt like NZ was home team": Ramiz Raja slams Pakistan pacers after bashing in Lahore

Lahore | February 9, 2025 8:12:54 PM IST

Former PCB chairman Ramiz Raja launched a scathing tirade on Pakistan pacers for their woeful display in the ODI tri-nation opener against New Zealand in Lahore which the 'Men in Green' lost by 78 runs. ... read..

With swashbuckling display in Cuttack, Rohit Sharma breezes past Gayle for second-highest sixes in ODIs

Cuttack (Odisha) | February 9, 2025 8:12:39 PM IST

The moment India captain Rohit Sharma found his groove he didn't waste much time to surpass the former West Indies explosive opener Chris Gayle for the record of second-highest sixes in the ODIs. ... read..

SG Pipers Cheetahs crowned champions of World Padel League with massive 24-15 victory over Vernost Jaguars

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 9, 2025 6:42:54 PM IST

After four days of thrilling padel action, SG Pipers Cheetahs lifted the World Padel League title with a massive 24-15 victory over Vernost Jaguars in the finals on Saturday at the Nesco Center in Mumbai. ... read..

Root, Duckett's fiery fifties guide England to 304 in second ODI against India

Cuttack (Odisha) | February 9, 2025 6:12:40 PM IST

Half-centuries from Joe Root and Ben Duckett stormed England to a total of 304 runs in the second ODI of the three-match ODI series against India at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack on Sunday. ... read..

"Class and legacy of Babar is such...,": Fakhar Zaman advocates for Pakistan's struggling star

Lahore | February 9, 2025 5:42:39 PM IST

Opening batter Fakhar Zaman has come out in support of Pakistan's premier batter Babar Azam and backed him to find his lost form in the upcoming fixtures amid his dwindling form. ... read..

ISL: Playoffs contenders Odisha FC, Punjab FC look to avoid consecutive losses

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 9, 2025 5:12:38 PM IST

Odisha FC will host Punjab FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Monday. ... read..

India's ace all-rounder Deepti Sharma to lead UP Warriorz in Season 3 of WPL

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | February 9, 2025 5:12:36 PM IST

The UP Warriorz are all geared up for Season 3 of the Women's Premier League (WPL), and have named a new captain. India's ace all-rounder Deepti Sharma, one of the mainstays of the UP Warriorz squad, was announced as captain, by the former India cricketer ... read..

Actors Amit Sial, Rahul Bose advocate balanced diet, active lifestyle during 'FIT India Sundays on Cycle' meet

New Delhi | February 9, 2025 5:12:33 PM IST

As a tribute to our postmen who act as a bridge between various sections of society, well-known actor Amit Sial participated in 'FIT India Sundays on Cycle', in its ninth week, along with personnel from India Post, former India basketball captains Divya S ... read..

"Always good standing behind stumps": Alex Carey on keeping wickets with "quality" spinners in Sri Lanka Tests

Galle | February 9, 2025 4:12:37 PM IST

After winning the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, Australia wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey shared his experience of standing behind the stumps on the bowling of the spinners in the two matches against the hosts in the longest format of the game. ... read..

Corbin Bosch replaces injured Anrich Nortje in South Africa squad for Champions Trophy 2025

Johannesburg | February 9, 2025 3:42:41 PM IST

Right-arm seamer Corbin Bosh is named as the replacement for Anrich Nortje in a 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men's Champions Trophy which is scheduled to take place in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates from February 19 onwards. ... read..

ISPL Season 2: Kolkata beat Chennai by 9 wickets

Thane (Maharashtra) | February 9, 2025 3:12:38 PM IST

Tiigers of Kolkata dominated with both bat and ball to overpower Chennai Singams by a massive margin of nine wickets in an Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) clash at the Dadoji Kondadev Stadium here on Saturday. ... read..

We have raised our level this time: Prarthana Thombare, the lone Indian remaining in Mumbai Open

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 9, 2025 2:42:51 PM IST

The only Indian to reach the Mumbai Open 2025 WTA 125 Series final, Prarthana Thombare alongside her doubles partner Arianne Hartono are all set to lock horns with Russian duo Elena Pridankina and Amina Anshba at the CCI in Mumbai on Sunday. ... read..

"Going to Australia to learn those coaching...": SL's Karunaratne hints at new career following international retirement

Galle | February 9, 2025 2:12:55 PM IST

Following his side's loss to Australia, former Sri Lankan captain Dimuth Karunaratne, who is retiring from international cricket, expressed satisfaction with the way his career concluded and hinted at taking up coaching as his next job. ... read..

England name Tom Banton as Bethell's cover for third ODI against India

London | February 9, 2025 2:12:46 PM IST

England have called up Somerset batter Tom Banton as a cover for all-rounder Jacob Bethell for the third ODI against India, which will take place on Wednesday. ... read..

2nd ODI: England opts to bat first against India; Kohli returns, Chakravarthy gets debut cap

Cuttack (Odisha) | February 9, 2025 1:42:46 PM IST

England captain Jos Buttler won the toss and elected to bat first against India in the second ODI of the three-match series at Cuttack's Barabati Stadium on Sunday. ... read..

Smith, Lyon, Kuhnemann shine as Australia secure first series win in Sri Lanka after 14 years

Galle | February 9, 2025 1:12:54 PM IST

An excellent performance from Australian spinners Matthew Kuhnemann and Nathan Lyon complemented fine centuries from Steve Smith and Alex Carey as visitors defeated Sri Lanka by nine wickets in the second Test at Galle on Sunday. ... read..

Smith lauds batters' adapting abilities following Australia's series win against Sri Lanka

Galle | February 9, 2025 1:12:40 PM IST

Following his side's nine-wicket win over Sri Lanka in the second Test, Australian skipper Steve Smith said that he enjoys captaining in Asia and the way his team adapted to the conditions was outstanding. ... read..

England women's team reaches India ahead of FIH Pro League matches in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 9, 2025 12:42:37 PM IST

The England Women's Hockey Team arrived at the Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar, Odisha on Sunday ahead of the FIH Hockey Pro League 202/25 India leg matches. ... read..

Legend 90 League: Peter Trego's explosive knock, Rishi Dhawan's all-round show sets up win for Chattisgarh Warriors

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | February 9, 2025 12:42:36 PM IST

Chhattisgarh Warriors continued their dominant run in the Legend 90 League with a resounding 63-run victory over Dubai Giants at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium on Saturday. ... read..

Shapalov books Dallas Open final match with Ruud

Dallas | February 9, 2025 12:12:34 PM IST

Denis Shapovalov's gutsy semifinal performance helped him defeat Tommy Paul to secure a berth in the final of the ongoing Dallas Open on Sunday. ... read..

New Zealand Cricket issues fitness update on Rachin Ravindra

Karachi | February 9, 2025 11:12:39 AM IST

New Zealand Cricket (NZC) issued an update on all-rounder Rachin Ravindra's injury after the ball hit his head while fielding during the first ODI of the tri-nation series against Pakistan on Saturday. ... read..

Shubham Narain triumphs on third playoff hole to win PGTI Qualifying School 2025

Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) | February 9, 2025 11:12:37 AM IST

Delhi's Shubham Narain put behind the disappointments of the past few seasons by registering victory on the third playoff hole against Panchkula-based amateur Anant Singh Ahlawat at the Final Qualifying Stage of the PGTI Qualifying School 2025 played at t ... read..

"East Bengal suffered because....": Chennaiyin FC coach Coyle after win

Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 9, 2025 10:42:40 AM IST

Chennaiyin FC head coach Owen Coyle expressed pride with his team's performance as they secured a win over East Bengal FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) on Saturday, saying that his opponents suffered because of how great they were and they were the bet ... read..

Diksha slips to tied-14th while rookie Avani makes cut on pro debut

Rabat | February 9, 2025 10:42:37 AM IST

Diksha Dagar slipped to T-14th at the end of the second round of the Lalla Meryem Cup after rounds of 71-73. She is 3-under for two rounds at the Par-73 course at Royal Golf Dar Es Salam. Meanwhile, Avani Prashanth, making her pro debut made the cut. ... read..

Australia Masters unveil squad for International Masters League, Shane Watson to lead

New Delhi | February 9, 2025 10:12:37 AM IST

The excitement of the International Masters League (IML) is at its peak, and all eyes are on Australia Masters. Under the captaincy of Shane Watson, the team is fully prepared to make an impact in IML 2025, with their first match scheduled against West In ... read..

Alcaraz one win away from maiden indoor title, reaches Rotterdam Open final

Rotterdam | February 9, 2025 9:42:49 AM IST

Spanish tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz is just one step away from his maiden indoor title, as he secured a win over Hubert Hurkacz in the semifinal of the ongoing Rotterdam Open on Saturday night. ... read..

Rabada's four-fer ends SEC's streak, guides MI Cape Town to maiden SA20 title

Johannesburg | February 9, 2025 9:12:41 AM IST

MI Cape Town spearhead Kagiso Rabada delivered an inspired performance with the ball to lead his team to their maiden SA20 title at a sold-out Wanderers on Saturday evening. ... read..

Haris Rauf, Rachin Ravindra suffer injury during first ODI of tri-series

Lahore | February 9, 2025 2:12:43 AM IST

During the first ODI of the tri-series at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Saturday, Pakistan right-arm seamer Haris Rauf and New Zealand batter Rachin Ravindra suffered injuries, as per the ICC. ... read..

Intercontinental Legends Championship Trophy unveiled in Dubai

Dubai | February 8, 2025 11:42:43 PM IST

The Intercontinental Legends Championship (ILC) trophy was unveiled at a grand function ahead of the start of the tournament in Dubai, setting the momentum in action for global cricketing supremacy. The tournament will bring together legends from across t ... read..

"We got so close last year, this time we're here to lift trophy": David Warner ahead of ILT20 final

Dubai | February 8, 2025 11:42:37 PM IST

Dubai Capitals' star opener David Warner shared his team's determination to clinch the trophy after their impressive run in the tournament, including three victories against their finals opponents, the Desert Vipers whom they are slated to face in the fin ... read..

"Hoop dreams in New Delhi": NBA G-League veteran sees bright future for Indian Basketball

New Delhi | February 8, 2025 11:12:45 PM IST

As the International Basketball League Pro (InBL Pro) Under-25 League makes waves in the national capital, international players are taking notice of the country's basketball talent. Among them is Alex Robinson Jr., Point Guard for the Hyderabad Falcons, ... read..

InBl Pro U25: Mudronja powers Delhi Dribblers to 90-80 win over Chennai Heat

New Delhi | February 8, 2025 10:42:51 PM IST

The Delhi Dribblers outplayed the Chennai Heat for three whole quarters to secure a 90-80 victory in the InBl Pro U25 at the Thyagraj Indoor Stadium on Saturday. ... read..

ISL: Chennaiyin FC break 7-game winless streak with 3-0 triumph over East Bengal FC

Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 8, 2025 10:42:44 PM IST

Chennaiyin FC defeated East Bengal FC by 3-0 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan Stadium, Kolkata, in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Saturday. ... read..

India's Davis Cup heroes Sasikumar, Ramanathan, Karan Singh receive wild cards for 2025 Delhi Open

New Delhi | February 8, 2025 9:42:45 PM IST

Former World No. 31 Lloyd Harris and 2019 Wimbledon Boys' Singles champion Shintaro Mochizuki will be among the Top 8 seeds at the 2025 Delhi Open, an ATP Challenger 75 event returning for its fifth edition at the DLTA Complex from February 10-16. ... read..

Dubai Capitals set to lock horns with Desert Vipers in epic ILT20 season 3 Final

Dubai | February 8, 2025 9:42:37 PM IST

A new name will be etched into the International League T20 (ILT20) history as the Dubai Capitals and Desert Vipers clash for the Season 3 title at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday. ... read..

ISPL Season 2: Tiigers of Kolkata thrash Chennai Singams by nine wickets

Thane (Maharashtra) | February 8, 2025 9:12:44 PM IST

Sitanshu Kotak confirms Virat Kohli's availability for 2nd ODI against England in Cuttack

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 8, 2025 9:12:42 PM IST

India's stalwart batter Virat Kohli is all set to make his comeback in the ODI squad for the national side for the second ODI of the three-match series against England at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack on Sunday, as per the ICC. ... read..

ISL: Hyderabad FC breeze past Mohammedan SC with a 3-1 win

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 8, 2025 9:12:39 PM IST

Hyderabad FC comprehensively ousted Mohammedan SC with a 3-1 victory at the GMC Balayogi Athletic Stadium in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Saturday. ... read..

Not so much concern about his form: India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak on Rohit's lean run

Cuttack (Odisha) | February 8, 2025 9:12:38 PM IST

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has come out in defence of out-of-form captain Rohit Sharma by assuring that there is no "problem" and "concern" around his dry spell with the bat. ... read..

ISL: Jamshedpur FC aim for victory over Bengaluru FC, who look to rediscover their form

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 8, 2025 8:43:03 PM IST

Jamshedpur FC will travel to take on Bengaluru FC at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Sunday. ... read..

Legend 90 League: Delhi Royals clinch dominant 41-run victory over Rajasthan Kings

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | February 8, 2025 8:42:49 PM IST

Delhi Royals registered their first victory of the Legend 90 League with a dominant 41-run win over Rajasthan Kings in Match 4 at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium on Saturday. ... read..

Ranji Trophy: Karun Nair continues to knock on selectors door, slams unbeaten century for Vidarbha

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | February 8, 2025 7:42:46 PM IST

Karun Nair continued to knock on the selector's doors after blazing his second century for Vidarbha in the second quarter-final of the ongoing Ranji Trophy on Saturday. ... read..

Australia Masters unveil squad for upcoming International Masters League season

New Delhi | February 8, 2025 6:42:53 PM IST

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