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Colsaerts gets ready for Indian Open by leading team to Pro-Am win

Gurugram (Haryana) | March 28, 2024 5:57:20 PM IST

Nicolas Colsaerts, who called the DLF Golf and Country Club a tough course, got down to business as the Pro-Am ahead of the Indian Open was conducted. ... read..

Bengaluru Torpedoes Academy recognised as Volleyball centre of Excellence in India

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 28, 2024 5:57:14 PM IST

The Bengaluru Torpedoes Volleyball Academy in India was officially recognised as a Volleyball Centre of Excellence in the country as the FIVB and Bengaluru Torpedoes signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). ... read..

"Trained on roads....": Racewalk athlete Ram Baboo opens up on journey towards Olympic qualification

By Sahil Kohli New Delhi | March 28, 2024 4:58:47 PM IST

Indian racewalker Ram Baboo, who recently qualified for the Paris 2024 Olympics in 20 km racewalk, opened up about the tough times he had during the COVID-19 pandemic, which forced him to work as a labourer under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employme ... read..

"To be the champions, you need character more than quality in women's football": Odisha FC head coach Crispin Chettri

New Delhi | March 28, 2024 4:58:23 PM IST

Odisha FC Women had a dream to chase when the club was formed 20 months ago, but the fact of being a new team didn't let the dream fly away and pursued it with more conviction. ... read..

Grassroot programs very important for future of game, says Hockey India president

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | March 28, 2024 3:58:27 PM IST

Ahead of the final stage of the second Khelo India Sub Junior Women's Hockey League, Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey underlined the importance of a grassroots program for a better future of hockey. ... read..

Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey congratulates PR Sreejesh on being named Co-Chair of FIH Athletes Committee

New Delhi | March 28, 2024 3:58:02 PM IST

Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey on Thursday congratulated PR Sreejesh on his appointment as Co-Chair of the FIH Athletes Committee, stating the veteran player has the potential to have a significant impact on the lives of other players. ... read..

"Grateful to have my family, coach...": Tilak Varma's loved ones catch him live in action

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 28, 2024 1:58:23 PM IST

Mumbai Indians (MI) and India batter Tilak Varma's family and coach witnessed the Indian Premier League (IPL) clash between the five-time champions and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Wednesday. ... read..

"If you get the ball...": Abhishek Sharma reveals Heinrich Klaasen's advice in SRH's historic outing against MI

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 28, 2024 1:57:57 PM IST

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Mumbai Indians (MI) put on a show in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 that may equal any in terms of overall hitting pedigree, with the SRH eventually winning by 31 runs. ... read..

Dominant Jannik Sinner notches win over Tomas Machac, reaches Miami SFs

Miami | March 28, 2024 12:57:26 PM IST

A dominant Jannik Sinner notched a comfortable victory against Czech Tomas Machac at the ongoing Miami Open and reached his fourth semi-final of the year. ... read..

Rishabh Pant set to play his 100th IPL match for Delhi Capitals against Rajasthan Royals

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | March 28, 2024 12:57:15 PM IST

Delhi Capitals (DC) skipper Rishabh Pant will be playing his 100th Indian Premier League (IPL) match for the franchise when he takes to the field against Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Thursday, becoming the first player to do so for his team. ... read..

New Zealand captain Sophie Devine ruled out of fifth T20I against England with quad injury

Wellington | March 28, 2024 12:57:07 PM IST

New Zealand captain Sophie Devine has been ruled out of the fifth T20I against England due to a quad injury she sustained while bowling in the fourth T20I in Wellington on Wednesday. ... read..

Ekaterina Alexandrova upsets Jessica Pegula, reaches Miami semifinal

Miami | March 28, 2024 12:57:05 PM IST

World number 14 seed Ekaterina Alexandrova continued her fabulous form at the Miami Open, entering the semifinal with a superb 3-6, 6-4, 6-4 upset of No.5 seed Jessica Pegula at the WTA 1000 event. ... read..

"Head up young man": MI batting coach Pollard's words of encouragement for teen South African pacer following poor IPL debut

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 28, 2024 12:56:56 PM IST

Following his side's loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match, Mumbai Indians (MI) batting coach had given words of encouragement to South Africa's U19 pace sensation Kwena Maphaka, who had a nightmarish debut in the IP ... read..

Daniil Medvedev sets Jannik Sinner clash in Miami Open SFs

Miami | March 28, 2024 12:56:50 PM IST

World No. 4 Daniil Medvedev brushed off a back a late charge by Chilean Nicolas Jarry en route to a 6-2, 7-6(7) win at the ongoing Miami Open. ... read..

FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup 2024: Indian basketball teams unbeaten on day 1 in qualifying round games

Others | March 28, 2024 11:57:01 AM IST

The Indian men's and women's basketball teams started off their FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup 2024 qualifying rounds campaign with wins on Wednesday. ... read..

Arjan Nagra clinches title in first leg of National Eventing Championship

New Delhi | March 28, 2024 10:57:06 AM IST

Arjan Singh Nagra, riding Bianca, emerged the national champion in the novice category in the first leg of the National Eventing Championship (NEC) on Wednesday, while Manvendra Singh and Sthavi Asthana claimed the second and third positions, respectively ... read..

PR Sreejesh, Camila Caram appointed co-chairs of new FIH Athletes Committee

Lausanne | March 28, 2024 10:57:04 AM IST

The International Hockey Federation (FIH) announced India's legendary goalkeeper PR Sreejesh and Chile's skipper Camila Caram as the co-chairs of the FIH Athletes Committee. ... read..

"Tilak played beautifully": MI's Tim David lauds southpaw's resilient knock in loss to SRH

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 28, 2024 10:56:55 AM IST

Following his side's loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their Indian Premier League (IPL), Mumbai Indians (MI) match Tim David lauded Tilak Varma for his counter-attacking knock that helped the five-time champions keep up with the Orange Army's run-rate ... read..

"Biggest thing we have seen in Riyan is maturity...": RR DoC Sangakkara ahead of DC clash

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | March 28, 2024 10:56:40 AM IST

Ahead of his side's Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Delhi Capitals (DC), Rajasthan Royals Director of Cricket Kumar Sangakkara said that all-rounder Riyan Parag will get an extended run at number four, pointing out how he is more mature and hung ... read..

A look at records made during Sunrisers Hyderabad-Mumbai Indians IPL clash

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 28, 2024 9:57:10 AM IST

The Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) was a record-breaking one, in which records with bat and ball were broken left and right. The five-time champions, MI lost the match by 31 runs, but more than ... read..

"Glad I could target both off and leg side...": SRH batter Travis Head after win over MI

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 28, 2024 9:57:06 AM IST

Following his side's win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Australian opener Travis Head said that he was pleased with how he could score well both on the off-side and on the leg-side of the ... read..

"Talk with Brian Lara helped massively": SRH batter Abhishek following record-breaking knock against MI

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 28, 2024 9:57:02 AM IST

Following his side's win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) all-rounder Abhishek Sharma expressed admiration for his batting partner Travis Head and opened up on how a chat with West Indies batti ... read..

Plenty of new faces in Australia's Central Contract list; Stoinis misses out

Melbourne | March 28, 2024 9:56:55 AM IST

Cricket Australia (CA) announced the names of the 23 players who earned the new central contracts on Thursday, with veteran all-rounder Marcus Stoinis being the biggest name missing from the list. ... read..

Madrid Spain Masters: PV Sindhu reaches pre-quarterfinals stage

Madrid | March 28, 2024 9:56:53 AM IST

The two-time Olympic medalist and former world champion PV Sindhu secured a spot in the pre-quarterfinals of the ongoing Madrid Spain Masters badminton tournament following a win over Canada's Wen Yu Zhang in her first-round game on Wednesday. ... read..

Pothas in charge of Bangladesh as Hathurusinghe to miss 2nd Test against Sri Lanka

Chattogram | March 28, 2024 3:56:10 AM IST

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) confirmed on Wednesday that head coach Chandika Hathurusinghe will miss the final Test match against Sri Lanka as he will be travelling back to his home for 'personal reasons', according to ESPNCricinfo. Assistant coach ... read..

"We finished it off well": Pat Cummins on Sunrisers' 31-run win over Mumbai Indians

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 28, 2024 1:55:30 AM IST

After his side's 31-run win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) skipper Pat Cummins said that they finished the game well. ... read..

Sri Lanka's Asitha Fernando to replace injured Kasun Rajitha in 2nd Test against Bangladesh

Chattogram | March 28, 2024 1:55:28 AM IST

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) on Wednesday confirmed that bowler Kasun Rajitha has been ruled out of the second and final Test match against Bangladesh. Asitha Fernando will replace Rajitha in the squad. ... read..

MI skipper Hardik Pandya showers praise on Sunrisers Hyderabad, says "They have batted well"

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 28, 2024 1:55:24 AM IST

Following his side's 31-run loss against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Wednesday, Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya heaped praise on Hyderabad and said that they batted well. ... read..

"I have achieved so much under your belt": Hardik congratulates Rohit on his 200th MI game

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 28, 2024 12:26:30 AM IST

Mumbai Indians (MI) skipper Hardik Pandya congratulated Rohit Sharma for playing his 200th match for the franchise saying that whatever he has achieved so far has been under his leadership. ... read..

Sunrisers Hyderabad score a massive 277/5 against Mumbai Indians, highest in IPL

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 28, 2024 12:25:53 AM IST

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) smashed the highest total in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL) during their match against Mumbai Indians (MI) at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Wednesday. ... read..

IPL 2024: Klaasen, Head, Abhishek's blitzkrieg help SRH register highest score in IPL history

Hyderabad (Telengana) | March 27, 2024 11:26:25 PM IST

Fifties from Heinrich Klassen, Abhishek Sharma, and Travis Head tore the Mumbai Indians (MI) bowling attack apart, as SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) registered the highest score in the history of IPL which is 277/3 in their 20 overs on Wednesday. ... read..

Tendulkar presents special jersey to Rohit ahead of his 200th IPL match as MI player

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 27, 2024 10:27:13 PM IST

Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Wednesday presented a special jersey to Rohit Sharma ahead of his 200th Indian Premier League (IPL) match as a Mumbai Indians (MI) player. ... read..

"This is confident group, we had two days of training": SRH's Vettori ahead of MI clash

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 27, 2024 9:26:27 PM IST

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) head coach Daniel Vettori heaped praise on his players, calling them a "confident group" ahead of the franchise's clash against Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 on Wednesday. ... read..

"Our record against them is good over the years": Ganguly ahead of IPL 2024 clash against RR

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | March 27, 2024 9:26:07 PM IST

Ahead of the fixture against Rajasthan Royals () in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Delhi Capitals (DC) Director of Cricket Sourav Ganguly spoke about the preparation for the clash. ... read..

IPL 2024: Mumbai Indians win toss, decide to field first against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 27, 2024 8:27:09 PM IST

Hardik Pandya-led Mumbai Indians (MI) won the toss and decided to bowl first against Pat Cummins' Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Wednesday in the Indian Premier League (IPL) at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. ... read..

Cricket Namibia announce central contract for ten women cricketers

New Delhi | March 27, 2024 7:26:48 PM IST

Cricket Namibia has announced professional contracts for ten women's cricketers, making it the country's first sports governing body to sign contracts for both its men's and women's national teams. The contracts were negotiated and signed in February, but ... read..

"It's good to be back on field again": Anrich Nortje opens up IPL return

Rajasthan (Jaipur) | March 27, 2024 6:25:28 PM IST

Ahead of the encounter against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Delhi Capitals (DC) right-arm seamer opened up on his comeback, saying that it's good to be back on the field again on Wednesday. ... read..

"Keep him around for T20 World Cup team": Aakash Chopra lauds Shivam Dube following match-winning performance

New Delhi | March 27, 2024 5:26:58 PM IST

Former India opener Aakash Chopra lauded Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batter Shivam Dube and said that the left-hand batter should be there in the Indian squad for the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 following his match-winning performance against Gujarat Titans (GT) ... read..

CSK's Rachin Ravindra showers praise on Chennai fans, calls them 'amazing'

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2024 5:26:43 PM IST

After his side's 63-run win over Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) opener Rachin Ravindra showered praise on the fans of the yellow brigade saying they were 'amazing'. ... read..

"It is about tightening some loose screws...": England's Ollie Pope on road ahead for Three Lions

London | March 27, 2024 4:27:30 PM IST

England batter Ollie Pope said that his team will continue with its attacking approach in Test cricket; however, he admitted that the team has to tighten "some loose screws". ... read..

"Lot of focus in this match on how he fares": Aakash Chopra on Aiden Markram ahead of IPL 2024 clash

New Delhi | March 27, 2024 4:27:04 PM IST

Former India opener Aakash Chopra feels that South African batter Aiden Markram has to perform consistently in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 in order to retain his place in SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) playing XI. ... read..

Second Khelo India Sub Junior Women's Hockey League final stage to take place in Lucknow

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | March 27, 2024 4:26:54 PM IST

The final stage of the second Khelo India Sub Junior Women's Hockey League is all set to take place from March 28 to April 6 at the Padma Shri Mohammad Shahid Synthetic Hockey Stadium in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. ... read..

"Dhoni told me....": CSK's new signee Rizvi following explosive cameo against GT

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2024 2:28:17 PM IST

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batter Sameer Rizvi made an impactful Indian Premier League (IPL) debut against Gujarat Titans (GT) on Tuesday and he talked about the advice he received from the franchise's poster boy and legendary former skipper MS Dhoni ahead ... read..

Shubman Gill fined for slow over-rate in IPL 2024 encounter against CSK

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2024 2:28:13 PM IST

Following a defeat against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Gujarat Titans (GT) skipper Shubman Gill was fined as his team maintained a slow over rate during the first innings of the match on Tuesday. ... read..

"The biggest piece of rubbish I have heard...": Aaron Finch on chatter around Virat Kohli's T20I spot

Melbourne | March 27, 2024 2:28:00 PM IST

Former Australian captain Aaron Finch on Wednesday slammed critics for questioned India batter Virat Kohli's place in Men in Blue's T20I set-up, calling the chatter around his spot "the biggest rubbish he has ever heard.". ... read..

100 days to go for second season of Major League Cricket

San Francisco | March 27, 2024 2:27:31 PM IST

Some of the biggest T20 stars, which include Rashid Khan (MI New York), Faf du Plessis (Texas Super Kings), Marco Jansen (Washington Freedom), Quinton de Kock (Seattle Orcas), Haris Rauf (San Francisco Unicorns) and Sunil Narine (LA Knight Riders), will b ... read..

Miami Open: Bopanna-Ebden in semis; Alcaraz, Dimitrov, Zverev in men's singles QFs

Miami | March 27, 2024 2:27:05 PM IST

Men's doubles duo of India's Rohan Bopanna and Australia's Matthew Edben reached the semifinal of the ongoing Miami Open tennis tournament on Wednesday. ... read..

"We'd love to play a role": Cricket Australia CEO desires to host India-Pakistan bilateral series

Melbourne | March 27, 2024 2:27:02 PM IST

Cricket Australia (CA) has expressed the desire to host a bilateral series between India and Pakistan if the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) agree to clash in a bilateral contest in future for the first time i ... read..

IPL 2024: Ruturaj Gaikwad becomes CSK's 7th-highest run-getter

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2024 12:26:38 PM IST

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad overtook all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja on Tuesday to become the franchise's seventh-highest run-getter in its history. ... read..

NZ vs ENG, 4th T20I: Bouchier, Dean shine, England secure 47-run win over White Ferns

Wellington | March 27, 2024 12:26:28 PM IST

Openers Maia Bouchier and Danni Wyatt unlocked new career milestones as England secured a series-clinching 47-run victory over New Zealand in Wellington on Wednesday during the fourth T20I. ... read..

"De Villiers is my role mode, but don't want to copy others...": MI batter Dewald Brevis

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 27, 2024 11:28:53 AM IST

Ahead of his side's upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at Hyderabad, Mumbai Indians (MI) batter Dewald Brevis said that his compatriot and legendary batter AB de Villiers is someone wit who he shares a special fri ... read..

"This franchise is different": Shivam Dube on how CSK turned around his fortunes

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2024 11:28:44 AM IST

Following his side's win over Gujarat Titans (GT) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) all-rounder Shivam Dube expressed that the Yellow franchise is different from all others and has given him freedom in his gameplay. ... read..

Madrid Spain Masters: Treesa-Gayatri bow out in opening round

Madrid | March 27, 2024 11:28:36 AM IST

The Indian shuttlers, Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand, bowed out of the ongoing Madrid Spain Masters on Tuesday. ... read..

"A smart, cricket-savy guy": CSK batting coach Hussey on skipper Gaikwad

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2024 11:28:23 AM IST

Following his side's win over Gujarat Titans (GT) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batting coach Michael Hussey lauded newly-appointed skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, saying that he is a very "smart, cricket-savy" guy who is ... read..

"India a great team, we deserved that win...": Afghanistan footballer Rahmat following victory in WC Qualifiers

Guwahati (Assam) | March 27, 2024 11:28:18 AM IST

Following his team's win over India in their FIFA World Cup Qualifiers match, Afghanistan footballer Rahmat Akbari said that the match was very crucial for them to stay in contention for a World Cup spot and expressed hope that after this big win, his tea ... read..

"Have not captained Australia in T20s, its a bit faster": SRH skipper Cummins ahead of MI clash

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 27, 2024 11:28:11 AM IST

Ahead of his side's Indian Premier League (IPL) match against five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI), Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) skipper Pat Cummins opened up on leading a team in T20 cricket, something he has not done for Australia in international crick ... read..

Rohit Sharma set to play 200th IPL match for Mumbai Indians; a look at his career in franchise cricket

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 27, 2024 11:27:50 AM IST

Mumbai Indians (MI) star batter and former Indian Premier League (IPL) skipper Rohit Sharma will be playing his 200th match in the league for his franchise on Wednesday, when he takes on the field against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at Rajiv Gandhi Internat ... read..

"Come on Rishabh!": Ashwin encourages Pant to hit sixes ahead of RR-DC clash, revives old memories

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | March 27, 2024 9:27:04 AM IST

Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) clash between the Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Jaipur, a heartwarming scene was captured during the practice session between India teammates Rishabh Pant and Ravichandran Ashwin. ... read..

"Expected to chase 190 to 200... let ourselves down while batting": GT skipper Shubman Gill

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2024 2:26:31 AM IST

Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill hailed the performance from the Chennai Super Kings and acknowledged that they got "outplayed" at Chepauk and let themselves down with their batting following their 63-run defeat in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IP ... read..

"Mahi bhai worked with Dube personally": CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2024 2:26:29 AM IST

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad hailed in-form batter Shivam Dube and decoded the factors that have contributed to his consistent match-winning performances. ... read..

IPL 2024: Dube, Rachin's carnage powers CSK to 206/6 against GT

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2024 12:27:32 AM IST

A combined effort from the batters powered the Chennai Super Kings to a massive total of 206/6 against the Gujarat Titans in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. ... read..

Hungry Lahiri, grateful Colsaerts look forward to Indian Open 2024

Gurugram (Haryana) | March 27, 2024 12:27:30 AM IST

Anirban Lahiri does not hide that he is 'hungry' and 'desperate' to win, as he gets ready to tee up at the Indian Open this week. Returning to the event that provided him with his last worldwide win back in 2015, Lahiri was happy to be back 'home' but is ... read..

India suffer shock defeat against Afghanistan

Guwahati (Assam) | March 27, 2024 12:27:22 AM IST

India's quest for a place in the third round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup 2027 Preliminary Joint Qualifiers suffered a serious jolt when they went down to Afghanistan 1-2 on Tuesday. The winners trailed 0-1 at halftime. ... read..

Women's T20I Asia Cup 2024 to take place in Dambulla with eight teams to feature for first time

Dubai | March 27, 2024 12:26:53 AM IST

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) announced on Tuesday that the upcoming Women's T20I Asia Cup 2024 will take place in Dambulla, Sri Lanka, from July 19 to 28. ... read..

Indian Open 2024: Winning start for Fitzpatrick in 'Hero Shot'

Gurugram (Haryana) | March 27, 2024 12:26:49 AM IST

England's Alex Fitzpatrick gave his campaign at the Indian Open 2024 a winning start as he won the USD 10,000 Hero Shot competition at the DLF Golf and Country Club. ... read..

Gaurav Gill all set for Otago Rally in New Zealand

New Delhi | March 27, 2024 12:26:40 AM IST

JK Tyre's Gaurav Gill is all set to participate in the Otago Rally in New Zealand. Scheduled in Dunedin from April 12-14, this is a round of Asia Pacific Rally Championship (APRC) 2024. His entry is being backed by Indian businessman Vamcy Merla who is al ... read..

Security tightens at RGI Stadium for IPL 2024 matches

Uppal (Hyderabad) | March 27, 2024 12:26:30 AM IST

As the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium gears up to host matches for the 17th Indian Premier League on Wednesday and April 5, the security measures have been reinforced. ... read..

Sachin Tendulkar shares his inspirational story with young athletes from Mann Deshi Champions programme

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 27, 2024 12:25:54 AM IST

Four young female athletes from the Mann Deshi Champions programme, which is supported by the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation, got a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet cricketing legend, Sachin Tendulkar in Mumbai recently. ... read..

Australia stars surge in ICC Women's ODI rankings

Dubai | March 26, 2024 10:31:43 PM IST

Australia's women players surged in the latest ICC rankings update following their dominant performances in their ongoing tour of Bangladesh. ... read..

AIFF president congratulates Sunil Chhetri on reaching 150th international

Guwahati (Assam) | March 26, 2024 10:31:32 PM IST

The All India Football Federation President, Kalyan Chaubey, on Tuesday met Sunil Chhetri at the Indian Senior Men's National Team hotel in Guwahati and congratulated the Indian captain on his possible 150th appearance for the senior team later in the day ... read..

Quinton de Kock, Nortje dropped as CSA announces contracted squad for 2024/25

Johannesburg | March 26, 2024 10:31:28 PM IST

Opening batter Quinton de Kock and speedster Anrich Nortje got dropped as Cricket South Africa on Tuesday announced the Proteas men's and women's contracted squad for 2024/25. ... read..

MOC approves foreign training camps for CWG medallists Sreeja Akula, Tulika Mann

New Delhi | March 26, 2024 10:31:17 PM IST

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) Mission Olympic Cell (MOC) during their 128th meeting approved paddler and Commonwealth Games medallist Sreeja Akula's proposal for financial assistance for a training camp in Taipei, Taiwan to prepare for upcom ... read..

Star spinner Wanindu Hasaranga likely to remain unavailable for SRH for at least one week

New Delhi | March 26, 2024 10:31:06 PM IST

Sri Lanka's star spinner, Wanindu Hasaranga, is likely to be unavailable for another week for Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Sunrisers Hyderabad as he looks to consult doctors overseas about chronic pain in his left heel, according to ESPNcricinfo. ... read..

Third Sub-Junior National Championship: Haryana crowned champions

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | March 26, 2024 8:34:11 PM IST

Establishing their dominance once again in the national circuit, Haryana clinched the team titles in both boys and girls categories with an impressive combined medal tally of 19 at the 3rd Sub-Junior National Championship at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik ... read..

HI reveals nominations for Hockey India 6th Annual Awards

New Delhi | March 26, 2024 8:34:09 PM IST

Hockey India (HI) on Tuesday unveiled the much-anticipated list of nominations for the esteemed 6th edition of the Hockey India Annual Awards. ... read..

Team told me to be ready for finisher role: Mahipal Lomror embraces opportunity given by RCB Management

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 26, 2024 8:34:07 PM IST

Mahipal Lomror played his role of finisher as an impact player to perfection, forming a match-winning partnership with Dinesh Karthik in RCB's first home game of the ongoing IPL season. ... read..

IPL 2024: Gujarat Titans win toss, opt to bowl against Chennai Super Kings

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 26, 2024 8:33:53 PM IST

Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill won the toss and elected to bowl against the Chennai Super Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Tuesday in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. ... read..

BCA president Rakesh Tiwari's guidance propels Bihar's Sakib, Chandan to IPL's big stage

Patna (Bihar) | March 26, 2024 8:33:49 PM IST

Two cricketers from Bihar, Sakib Hussain and Chandan Yadav are eyeing for glory in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. With the efforts of Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) president Rakesh Tiwari, the two cricketers have taken giant strides in th ... read..

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan returns to Test fold for second game against Sri Lanka

Chittagong | March 26, 2024 7:31:54 PM IST

After a setback in the first game, Bangladesh have received a big boost as experienced all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan returns for the second Test against Sri Lanka in Chattogram which will begin on March 30. ... read..

Cricket Association of Uttarakhand to organise Uttarakhand Premier League in June

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 26, 2024 7:31:05 PM IST

The Cricket Association of Uttarakhand (CAU) is gearing up for a bigger and better second edition of the Uttarakhand Premier League (UPL) in June 2024. This year, the UPL promises to be a grand affair, kicking off with a dazzling opening ceremony featurin ... read..

PCB approach former New Zealand batter Luke Ronchi for vacant head coach position

New Delhi | March 26, 2024 6:26:23 PM IST

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), who are actively engaged in a hunt for a new head coach for the men's national team, approached former New Zealand wicketkeeper Luke Ronchi for the role, according to sources informed Geo News. ... read..

"That's one hell of a way to start your Test career": Lyon praises inexperienced England spinners following success in India

New Delhi | March 26, 2024 4:27:44 PM IST

Star Australia off-spinner Nathan Lyon was really impressed with the inexperienced spinners performances against India despite losing the series with a margin of 1-4 after winning the first Test at Hyderabad. ... read..

Australia players make good ground in latest ICC Women's ODI Player Rankings

Dubai | March 26, 2024 4:27:25 PM IST

Australia's strong start to their ongoing white-ball series in Bangladesh has seen a host of their best players make good ground on the latest ICC Women's ODI Player Rankings, as per the ICC release. ... read..

"I tried to bowl as many dot balls as possible": Harpreet Brar following IPL 2024 clash against RCB

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 26, 2024 4:27:14 PM IST

The Punjab Kings (PBKS) fought their hearts out but went down by four wickets against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Monday. RCB restricted the Punjab Kings to 176/6 before chasing down their target in 19.2 ... read..

ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 Trophy Tour Begins in New York

New York | March 26, 2024 4:27:11 PM IST

Two-time T20 World Cup champion Chris Gayle and USA cricketing star Ali Khan, kicked off the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 Trophy Tour last week in New York, lighting up the Empire State Building in the event's distinctive blue and pink colours. ... read..

India-Australia schedule announced; Perth to host opening Test

Melbourne | March 26, 2024 3:26:43 PM IST

Australia has released details of the schedule for their upcoming home summer, which includes the visit of India for the five-match Test series with Perth to host the opening Test. ... read..

CSK coach Stephen Fleming praises Rachin Ravindra ahead of GT clash

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 26, 2024 1:26:25 PM IST

Ahead of the fixture against Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 on Tuesday, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming praised Rachin Ravindra for a "performance that was really encouraging" on debut in the Indian Premie ... read..

"His bat does the talking": Virat Kohli's childhood coach lauds him following match-winning performance

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 26, 2024 12:26:58 PM IST

Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) skipper Virat Kohli's childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma lauded the batter following his match-winning performance against the Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Monday. ... read..

IPL: Dinesh Karthik dominates left-arm seamers, especially Sam Curran

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 26, 2024 11:26:56 AM IST

Royal Challengers (RCB) batter Dinesh Karthik has dominated the left-arm fast bowlers in the Indian Premier League (IPL) so far especially against the Punjab Kings (PBKS) seamer Sam Curran scoring more than 300 runs at an outstanding strike rate and at a ... read..

Dinesh Karthik becomes second highest run-getter in death overs of IPL since 2022

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 26, 2024 10:27:06 AM IST

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batter Dinesh Karthik became the player with the highest strike rate in the death overs (17-20 overs) and the second-highest run-getter in the death overs of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 following his outstanding ... read..

IPL: "Virat was important on that pitch...", RCB skipper Faf after win over PBKS

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 26, 2024 2:26:47 AM IST

Following his side's win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) game, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) skipper Faf Du Plessis lauded Virat Kohli for his knock, saying that his stay was important at that playing surface and he is st ... read..

IPL 2024: Following match-winning knock against PBKS, Virat opens up on family, hiatus, his place and approach in T20s

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 26, 2024 2:26:45 AM IST

Following his side's win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match, star Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli opened up on his hiatus from the sport due to birth of his son and how his name is being used to promote the ... read..

"10-15 runs cost us, dropped catch as well": PBKS skipper Dhawan on 4-wicket loss against RCB

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 26, 2024 2:26:37 AM IST

Punjab Kings skipper Shikhar Dhawan believes that their side fell 15 to 20 runs short and Virat Kohli's dropped catch contributed to their four-wicket defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Monday. ... read..

Head coach Gareth Southgate confirms Declan Rice to lead England against Belgium

London | March 26, 2024 12:27:42 AM IST

Head coach Gareth Southgate confirmed that Declan Rice would lead England in his 50th appearance in their upcoming clash against Belgium. ... read..

"Ashish Nehra told me you're going to win us the match": GT's Spencer Johnson following win over MI

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | March 26, 2024 12:27:34 AM IST

Gujarat Titans (GT) and Australian pacer Spencer Johnson expressed happiness with his team's win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) campaign opener on Sunday and opened up on how head coach Ashish Nehra encouraged him when he wa ... read..

Virat Kohli becomes first Indian to register 100 fifty-plus scores in T20s

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 26, 2024 12:26:54 AM IST

Star Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batter Virat Kohli registered his 100th T20 fifty-plus score, becoming the first Indian and overall only third player to do so. ... read..

"The influence he has on people is inspiring...": CSK's Rachin Ravindra on MS Dhoni

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 25, 2024 11:25:56 PM IST

New Zealand and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batter Rachin Ravindra praised his side's former skipper and India's World Cup winning captain, MS Dhoni, saying that what he has achieved for 'Men in Blue' on the field and the kind of influence he has on everyon ... read..

Former Arsenal, Chelsea star Ashley Cole inducted into Premier League Hall of Fame

London | March 25, 2024 11:25:39 PM IST

Former Arsenal and Chelsea left-back Ashley Cole was inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame on Monday. ... read..

Rohit Sharma plays Holi with family, Mumbai Indians teammates

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 25, 2024 10:26:18 PM IST

Indian skipper and Mumbai Indians (MI) batter Rohit Sharma enjoyed the festival of Holi with his family and MI teammates on Monday. ... read..

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