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BCCI plans to start IPL from March 22: IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal

By Vivek Prabhakar Singh New Delhi | February 20, 2024 9:54:18 PM IST

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is planning to start the Indian Premier League 2024 on March 22, Chairman of IPL's Governing Council, Arun Dhumal, has said. ... read..

Team India wins 6 medals at the WPC Series 2024 Asia Pickleball Open

Others | February 20, 2024 9:54:09 PM IST

New Delhi [India], February 20 (ANI) In a display of skill and sportsmanship, the All India Pickleball Association showcased prowess at the WPC SERIES - 2024 Asia Pickleball Open held in Thailand. The competition featured intense matches, with Indian play ... read..

"Can take game away from you": Mitchell Marsh on Finn Allen's ability ahead of New Zealand T20I series

Wellington | February 20, 2024 9:53:57 PM IST

Australia T20I skipper Mitchell Marsh outlined the threat New Zealand's power hitter Finn Allen carries ahead of the upcoming three-match series between the trans-Tasman rivals. ... read..

Chamari Athapaththu eyes big team goal in 2024

New Delhi | February 20, 2024 9:53:51 PM IST

Sri Lankan superstar Chamari Athapaththu has set her eyes on the big prize at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup later this year. ... read..

Former World Cup winner Andreas Brehme dies at the age of 63

New Delhi | February 20, 2024 8:54:17 PM IST

Former World Cup-winning defender from Germany, Andreas Brehme passed away at the age of 63 due to cardiac arrest on Tuesday. ... read..

Jammu & Kashmir is hub of volleyball, need proper facilities and support: Delhi Toofans' skipper Saqlain Tariq

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 20, 2024 8:53:53 PM IST

Indian Volleyball player Saqlain Tariq's addition to the third season of Prime Volleyball League has already garnered much attention from the fans. One of the brightest volleyball stars of the country, Saqlain, who hails from the Poonch district of Jammu ... read..

"I can improve further if...": Angelo Mathews after leading Lanka to win over Afghans in 2nd T20I

New Delhi | February 20, 2024 8:53:51 PM IST

After a match-winning performance against Afghanistan in the 2nd T20I at Dambulla, Sri Lanka all-rounder Angelo Mathews said he can improve himself by taking singles and doubles at the start of the innings. ... read..

Jurel shares picture with Jaiswal as team India jets off to Ranchi for 4th Test against England

New Delhi | February 20, 2024 7:54:38 PM IST

India wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel shared a picture from the aeroplane as the Indian Cricket Team left for Ranchi on Tuesday for the fourth Test of the five-match series against England. ... read..

Saurabh Tiwary reveals one dream he was unable to fulfil during his cricketing career

New Delhi | February 20, 2024 7:54:34 PM IST

India batter Saurabh Tiwary revealed that winning the Ranji Trophy was one dream he was unable to achieve after Jharkhand ended their Ranji Trophy campaign with an 89-run victory over Rajasthan. ... read..

From ball boy to Punjab Kings' new signing: Ashutosh Sharma ready to set IPL ablaze

Mohali (Punjab) | February 20, 2024 7:54:29 PM IST

After a Punjab Kings batting camp in Mumbai, the new entrant, Ashutosh Sharma was sitting excitedly with his phone in his hand, waiting for former Indian cricketer Sanjay Bangar to arrive. Bangar, the Head of Cricket Development of the franchise, was deli ... read..

Kerala State Armwrestling Championship 2024: Sivajith Janardhanan, Stewe Thomas crowned 'Champion of Champions'

Kottayam (Kerala) | February 20, 2024 7:54:01 PM IST

Sivajith Janardhanan and Stewe Thomas reigned supreme as they were crowned as 'Champion of Champions' in the Senior and Youth category respectively at the Kerala State Armwrestling Championship 2024, held in Kottayam, Kerala. ... read..

Confidence in camp is quite high: Indian hockey team midfielder Hardik Singh

Rourkela (Odisha) | February 20, 2024 7:53:43 PM IST

The Indian Men's Hockey Team is showcasing an impressive performance at the FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24, having secured victories in two out of their five games within regulation time. They displayed their resilience with shootout triumphs against formi ... read..

IVPL: Mumbai Champions to face Telangana Tigers in opener of inaugural season

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | February 20, 2024 5:55:31 PM IST

The first edition of the much-awaited Indian Veteran Premier League (IVPL) is all set to get going from February 23 with a thrilling clash between Virender Sehwag's Mumbai Champions and Chris Gayle's Telangana Tigers here at Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Spo ... read..

Former Pakistan team director Mohammad Hafeez reveals details of his conversation with Babar Azam

New Delhi | February 20, 2024 5:55:21 PM IST

Former Pakistan team director Mohammad Hafeez disclosed details about the conversation he had with star batters Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan during the recently concluded T20I series against New Zealand. ... read..

PKL: UP Yoddhas aim to finish season on high against Puneri Paltan

Panchkula (Haryana) | February 20, 2024 5:55:14 PM IST

UP Yoddhas will look to finish their season on a high with a win in their last match of the season against Puneri Paltans in match 132 of Pro Kabaddi Season 10. ... read..

"Those goals were for my father": Vikram Partap Singh after Mumbai's 2-0 win over Bengaluru

New Delhi | February 20, 2024 4:55:27 PM IST

Mumbai City FC attacker Vikram Partap Singh played a crucial role for the Islanders this season in the Indian Super League (ISL) and dedicated all his goals to his late father. ... read..

David Warner recalls his T20 roots ahead of final 20-over tour with Australia

Wellington | February 20, 2024 4:55:12 PM IST

Ahead of his final T20I tour, the star Australian opener David Warner remembered his participation in New Zealand's domestic 20-over tournament for the Northern Districts Knights and said that it was an eye-opener. ... read..

"Incredible efforts": Anurag Thakur hails Anush Agarwalla for securing India's Paris Olympics quota in Dressage

New Delhi | February 20, 2024 3:54:27 PM IST

Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur on Tuesday hailed the "incredible efforts" of Anush Agarwalla for securing India's first-ever quota in equestrian for the Paris 2024 Olympics in dressage. ... read..

Anurag Thakur congratulates Team India's performance at Asian Indoor Athletics Championships 2024

New Delhi | February 20, 2024 2:55:19 PM IST

After the end of the Asian Indoor Athletics Championships 2024, Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur on Tuesday congratulated Team India's performance. ... read..

Messi clarifies why he failed to take part in Inter Miami's clash against Hong Kong Team

New Delhi | February 20, 2024 1:54:12 PM IST

Weeks after Inter Miami's friendly match against the Hong Kong Team, the legendary Argentine footballer Lionel Messi clarified why he could not take part in the game after his name was attached to false narratives. ... read..

Formula 1: Pierre Gasly 'physically, mentally' in best place ahead of 2024 season

London | February 20, 2024 1:53:58 PM IST

Alpine driver Pierre Gasly is looking for larger and better success in 2024 as he prepares for his second season with Alpine, this time partnering fellow Frenchman Esteban Ocon. ... read..

Manchester City love to keep "clean sheets", claims Pep Guardiola

New Delhi | February 20, 2024 12:55:12 PM IST

Ahead of Manchester City's Premier League (PL) fixture against Brentford on Wednesday, head coach Pep Guardiola said that they want to keep more clean sheets in the league. ... read..

"Travis Head, Warner have been amazing for us": Mitchell Marsh confirms Australia's top 3 ahead of NZ T20Is

Wellington | February 20, 2024 12:55:08 PM IST

Ahead of the T20I series against New Zealand, Australia T20I captain Mitchell Marsh revealed his team's batting order in the Aussie T20 national side. Marsh revealed that the top three spots are "pretty much set," with him batting third and Travis Head an ... read..

Cameron Norrie begins Rio Open title defence with win over Hugo Dellien

Rio de Janeiro | February 20, 2024 11:54:55 AM IST

Cameron Norrie began his Rio Open title defence with a 6-3, 6-2 win over Bolivian Hugo Dellien. ... read..

"To finish on a high would be a dream": Lewis Hamilton ahead of final season with Mercedes

London | February 20, 2024 11:54:29 AM IST

The seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton has called it "the greatest honour" if he could assist Mercedes return to the top of Formula One in his final season with the Silver Arrows before joining Ferrari. ... read..

"Yashasvi Jaiswal hasn't learned from you": Nasser Hussain to Ben Duckett on his bizarre comment

Rajkot (Gujarat) | February 20, 2024 10:54:40 AM IST

Former England skipper Nasser Hussain has responded emphatically to Ben Duckett's comments on India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal's aggressive batting. ... read..

SSC Napoli sacks Walter Mazzarri ahead of UCL clash against Barcelona

New Delhi | February 20, 2024 10:54:36 AM IST

Italian club, SSC Napoli, has sacked head coach Walter Mazzarri ahead of their UEFA Champions League (UCL) clash against FC Barcelona on Thursday. ... read..

Taylor Fritz defends Delray Beach Open title, beats Tommy Paul in final

Florida | February 20, 2024 10:54:28 AM IST

Defending champion Taylor Fritz stretched his win streak in the ATP finals to six matches on Monday and overcame wind, rain and a tough fight against Tommy Paul to successfully defend his Delray Beach Open title. ... read..

Elina Svitolina fends off compatriot Anhelina Kalinina in Dubai opener

Dubai | February 20, 2024 9:54:01 AM IST

The No.15 seed Elina Svitolina defeated a fellow Ukrainian Anhelina Kalinina in the first round of the Dubai Tennis Championships. ... read..

Sri Lanka spinner Wanindu Hasaranga joins elite club with 100 T20I wickets

Dambulla | February 20, 2024 8:54:44 AM IST

Sri Lanka's prime spinner Wanindu Hasaranga joined the elite list with a massive career milestone, becoming just the second Sri Lankan to take 100 T20I wickets. ... read..

Mohit Goyat leads the charge for Puneri Paltan's win against Haryana Steelers

New Delhi | February 20, 2024 8:54:42 AM IST

Puneri Paltan put the Haryana Steelers to the sword and took a massive 51-36 victory in the Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 on Monday. Mohit Goyat's star turn from the bench handed the game to the Puneri Paltan, who had started otherwise with a second-string ... read..

England middle-order to blame for disappointing 2-1 scoreline against India? A look into statistics

New Delhi | February 20, 2024 12:24:50 AM IST

England is down by 2-1 during the ongoing series against India away from home and while the Three Lions have given Men in Blue a lot of headaches with their highly-attacking, positive and result-oriented 'Bazball' approach as compared to other recent visi ... read..

FIH Men's Hockey Pro League: India beats Spain 8-7 in thrilling penalty shootout

Rourkela (Odisha) | February 20, 2024 12:24:36 AM IST

PR Sreejesh's heroics in the shootout saw India pull off a thrilling 8-7 shootout win against Spain in their fifth match of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24 at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium on Monday. ... read..

Reliance Foundation athlete Gulveer Singh wins 3000m gold at Asian Indoor Athletics Championship

Tehran | February 20, 2024 12:24:29 AM IST

Reliance Foundation athlete Gulveer Singh won a gold medal in 3000m at the Asian Indoor Athletics Championship in Tehran (Iran) with his personal best 8:07.48 minutes on Monday. ... read..

PKL: Arjun Deshwal's Super 10 ensures Jaipur Pink Panthers end league-stage with easy win over Gujarat Giants

Panchkula (Haryana) | February 19, 2024 11:23:54 PM IST

Jaipur Pink Panthers picked up their fourth win on the trot as they put up a dominating display to defeat Gujarat Giants 45-36 in the Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 match in Panchkula on Monday. ... read..

"Play wholeheartedly, play fearlessly, even if you lose, don't fret": PM Modi's message for KIUG

New Delhi | February 19, 2024 11:23:52 PM IST

The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, on Monday addressed the Khelo India University Games being held across the seven states in the Northeast via a video message. ... read..

ICC condoles former South Africa all-rounder Mike Procter's death

Dubai | February 19, 2024 11:23:43 PM IST

The International Cricket Council on Sunday expressed sorrow at the passing of former South Africa all-rounder Mike Procter at the age of 77. ... read..

"Do you want normal or an even better Joe Root?": McCullum defends star batter's shot selection

Rajkot (Gujarat) | February 19, 2024 11:23:39 PM IST

Following England's massive 434-run loss to India in the Rajkot, head coach Brendon McCullum backed under-scrutiny batter Joe Root and his reverse scoop shot, saying that the batter has been averaging high under the leadership of skipper Ben Stokes and th ... read..

Knowing personal stories of Indian fans was special: Solskjaer reflects on heartwarming connections made during India tour

New Delhi | February 19, 2024 11:23:37 PM IST

Manchester United legendary player Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reckoned his trip to India as a special moment in his life and stated that his personal connection with the Indian fans was the highlight of the tour for him. ... read..

"Northeast has emerged as a sports power": Anurag Thakur

Guwahati (Assam) | February 19, 2024 11:23:34 PM IST

Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur hailed the growing contribution of the Northeast to sports and the way it has emerged as a sports power. ... read..

Time to get show on road: Ashalata on eve of Turkish Women's Cup

Istanbul | February 19, 2024 11:23:25 PM IST

The historic city of Istanbul is far from frozen in the month of February. But then, the temperature does dip and a brisk winter air leaves a definite chilly feeling for anyone who arrives in Turkey's well-known winter sun destination. ... read..

Anush Agarwalla gets first ever Paris Olympics quota in Dressage for India

New Delhi | February 19, 2024 11:23:10 PM IST

Anush Agarwalla, who had won a historic individual bronze medal at the 2023 Asian Games, has secured a Paris Olympic quota for the country in dressage discipline, the Equestrian Federation of India (EFI) announced on Monday. ... read..

PVL: Hyderabad Black Hawks' sensational comeback win stun Mumbai Meteors

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 19, 2024 10:24:02 PM IST

Hyderabad Black Hawks picked an unbelievable comeback win in the third season of the Prime Volleyball League, defeating the Mumbai Meteors 7-15, 12-15, 15-10, 15-11, 20-18 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium on Monday. Ashamat Ullah was named the Playe ... read..

"Pleasure that Tripura is hosting Khelo India University Games": Secretary of Youth Affairs, Sports in state government

Agartala (Tripura) | February 19, 2024 10:23:47 PM IST

Dr Pradeep Kumar Chakraborty, the secretary of Youth Affairs and Sports in the Tripura government said that it is a pleasure for the state to host the Yogasana event included in the Khelo India University Games. ... read..

Aryan Dutt takes record haul as Netherlands outclass Namibia

Kirtipur | February 19, 2024 9:24:34 PM IST

Netherlands spinner Aryan Dutt claimed best figures for his country in the men's ODI following his spell against Namibia on Monday in the Cricket World Cup League 2. ... read..

Accidental volleyball player, Naval petty officer, Calicut Heroes star: Story of teenage sensation Chirag Yadav

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 19, 2024 9:24:24 PM IST

After completing his school exams in 2016, 16-year-old Chirag Yadav went for a visit to his relatives in Gujarat for a family visit. Little did he know, his life would be turned around in that short visit. ... read..

Women kabaddi players to be in action for first time in Yuva Kabaddi Series 2024

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | February 19, 2024 9:24:15 PM IST

Women kabaddi players in India will be in action for the first time in the Women's Yuva Kabaddi Series 2024 that will see the players coming from multiple states from February 20 to February 26 at the Sawai Mansingh Indoor Stadium in Jaipur. ... read..

Greater Noida to host opening season of Indian Veteran Premier League

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | February 19, 2024 9:24:13 PM IST

The first edition of the Indian Veteran Premier League (IVPL), originally scheduled to take place in Dehradun, will now be hosted at Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, from February 23 to March 3. ... read..

Gujarat Giants announce replacement for Kashvee Gautam ahead of WPL Season 2

New Delhi | February 19, 2024 9:24:08 PM IST

Gujarat Giants and Royal Challengers Bangalore on Monday named Sayali Satghare and Shraddha Pokarkar as replacements for Kashvee Gautam and Kanika Ahuja respectively ahead of the second season of Women's Premier League (WPL). ... read..

Former Chelsea star Eden Hazard makes surprise pick while naming most talented player he played with

New Delhi | February 19, 2024 9:24:06 PM IST

Former Belgium star Eden Hazard named forgotten Chelsea star Gael Kakuta as the most talented player he had as a teammate. ... read..

Pakistan not to take part in Asian Track Cycling C'ships: CFI Secy Mahinder

New Delhi | February 19, 2024 9:24:05 PM IST

The Cycling Federation of India (CFI) Secretary Mahinder Pal Singh said on Monday that Pakistani athletes are unlikely to take part in the 43rd Senior Asian Track Cycling Championship, starting from February 21 onwards. ... read..

"I'd anticipate he would be playing": England coach backs struggling Bairstow

New Delhi | February 19, 2024 9:24:03 PM IST

England Test coach Brendon McCullum backed Jonny Bairstow as the wicketkeeper-batter seeks to rediscover his lost form after registering scores of 0 and 4 in the team's 434-run defeat in the third Test against India. ... read..

Nepal to play Friendship Cup T20 Tri-Series in India

New Delhi | February 19, 2024 9:23:52 PM IST

To help the neighbouring country in their preparation for the ICC T20 World Cup, the Board of Control For Cricket In India (BCCI) organised a T20 league named 'Friendship Cup' to promote Nepal Cricket. ... read..

PM Modi wishes athletes luck for Khelo India University Games 2023

Guwahati (Assam) | February 19, 2024 9:23:49 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday wished luck to all the athletes taking part in the Khelo India University Games 2023 in Guwahati. ... read..

World Table Tennis Team C'ships: Indian men's team loses 0-3 to South Korea

Busan | February 19, 2024 8:23:30 PM IST

The Indian men's table tennis team registered their second loss in the ongoing World Table Tennis Championships, losing to South Korea by 0-3 on Monday. ... read..

Asia Cup 2024 archery: Olympian Deepika Kumari returns after maternity break

Baghdad | February 19, 2024 8:23:21 PM IST

Former world number one archer Deepika Kumari will make her return to the international stage following a lengthy hiatus at the Asia Cup 2024 stage one archery world ranking tournament starting from Tuesday onwards. ... read..

"You can make your future here": Aspiring kabaddi star Happy Ganghas on Khelo India University Games

Guwahati (Assam) | February 19, 2024 8:23:20 PM IST

As the fourth edition of the Khelo India University Games 2023 Ashtalakshmi began on Saturday, athletes from universities all over have descended upon the Northeast to showcase their skills and compete for national glory. ... read..

We have best team in Pro Kabaddi League: Dabang Delhi head coach Rambir Singh Khokhar

Panchkula (Haryana) | February 19, 2024 8:23:12 PM IST

The Dabang Delhi KC continued their brilliant form as they finished the Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 league stage on a high with a 46-38 victory over Bengaluru Bulls on Sunday. ... read..

"I didn't want to but it was too much...": Yashasvi Jaiswal on retiring hurt on Day 3 of England Test

New Delhi | February 19, 2024 8:23:05 PM IST

India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal stated that he didn't want to retire hurt on Day 3 of the third Test against England in Rajkot. ... read..

Veteran cricket stars Richard Levi, Ashley Nurse ready to shine in IVPL with Red Carpet Delhi

New Delhi | February 19, 2024 7:25:12 PM IST

With the inaugural edition of the highly anticipated Indian Veteran Premier League (IVPL) just around the corner, the Red Carpet Delhi team is leaving no stone unturned in their preparations. ... read..

Bengaluru Open 2024: Stefano Napolitano beats Seongchan Hong to clinch men's singles title

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 19, 2024 7:24:55 PM IST

Italy's Stefano Napolitano came back from a set down to beat South Korea's Seongchan Hong to clinch the Bengaluru Open at the KSLTA Tennis Stadium here on Sunday. ... read..

Indian Street Premier League gifts bat featuring Sachin Tendulkar's embedded signature to golden ticket holders

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 19, 2024 6:24:54 PM IST

The Indian Street Premier League (ISPL), India's pioneering tennis ball T10 cricket tournament to be played inside a stadium, is set to mesmerize its golden ticket holders by gifting them bats embedded with the signature of cricket legend and Bharat Ratna ... read..

Shubman Gill designates as the 'State Icon' for Lok Sabha Elections 2024

Chandigarh (Punjab) | February 19, 2024 6:24:44 PM IST

The office of Punjab's Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) on Monday designated Indian cricketer Shubman Gill as the 'State Icon' for the Lok Sabha elections this year. ... read..

"The longest 48 hours of our lives...": Ashwin's wife hails his return during 3rd England Test

Rajkot (Gujarat) | February 19, 2024 6:24:39 PM IST

Prithi, the wife of veteran Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin on Sunday penned down an emotional note after the star cricketer made a return to the game during day four of the third Test against England after missing the day three due to personal reasons ... read..

India finish on top of Granada 10M World Cup medal standings

Granada | February 19, 2024 6:24:36 PM IST

India ended their International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup 10M Juniors campaign in Granada, Spain, atop the medal standings with four gold, three silver and bronze medals each. On the final day of competitions on Sunday, Indian air rifle s ... read..

Happy with performance, but focused on upcoming events: Pranati Nayak after bronze medal win at FIG Apparatus World Cup

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 19, 2024 6:24:26 PM IST

Indian Gymnast Pranati Nayak, who trains at the Odisha AM/NS India Gymnastics High-Performance Centre, on Saturday bagged Bronze in the Vault at the FIG Apparatus World Cup, Cairo 2024 with a score of 13.620. She became only the third Indian woman to win ... read..

"Our team balance has improved": RCB skipper Mandhana ahead of WPL 2024

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 19, 2024 6:24:08 PM IST

Star India batter and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) skipper Smriti Mandhana said that ahead of the new season of the Women's Premier League (WPL), the balance of the team has improved and the team hopes to live up to its potential. ... read..

"Yeah aajkal ke bacche": Rohit Sharma lauds youngsters over India's record win against England

New Delhi | February 19, 2024 6:24:05 PM IST

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma lauded the youngsters in the team following a historic 434-run win over England in the third Test. ... read..

IPL 2024: Kolkata Knight Riders name Dushmantha Chameera as replacement for Gus Atkinson

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 19, 2024 6:24:02 PM IST

Two-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have roped in Sri Lankan pacer Dushmantha Chameera as the replacement for young England pacer Gus Atkinson ahead of the Indian Premier League (2024). ... read..

Super excited to see what we can produce this year: Delhi Capitals' captain Meg Lanning ahead of WPL 2024

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 19, 2024 5:24:51 PM IST

With the Women's Premier League 2024 just around the corner, preparations are in top gear for the Delhi Capitals as they aim to improve upon their runners-up performance from last season. ... read..

How Khelo India scholarship became a life-changer for TN kabaddi player M Ajay's family

Guwahati (Assam) | February 19, 2024 5:24:49 PM IST

M Ajay's maiden trip to Guwahati as part of the men's kabaddi team of VELS Institute of Science and Advance Studies, Tamil Nadu, for the Khelo India University Games suffered a massive setback after he fractured his hand during the team's opening encounte ... read..

Matsuyama takes historic ninth PGA TOUR victory at Genesis, Theegala 37th

Los Angeles | February 19, 2024 5:24:48 PM IST

Japan's star Hideki Matsuyama secured an historic three-stroke victory at The Genesis Invitational on Sunday to become the leading Asian golfer with the most PGA TOUR titles with an unprecedented nine career wins. ... read..

World Table Tennis C'ships: Indian women's team blanks Uzbekistan 3-0

Busan | February 19, 2024 4:23:44 PM IST

The Indian women's team led by Manika Batra produced a strong performance to blank Uzbekistan 3-0, registering their second straight victory in Group 1 of the 2024 World Team Table Tennis Championships in Busan on Monday. ... read..

"The way Rohit, Jaddu played motivated me a lot": Yashasvi Jaiswal

New Delhi | February 19, 2024 3:24:33 PM IST

India star opener Yashasvi Jaiswal revealed that the way veteran players Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja played in the first innings against England motivated him to do better. ... read..

Chappell-Hadlee trophy also includes bilateral T20I series between New Zealand, Australia

Wellington | February 19, 2024 2:25:07 PM IST

The Chappell-Hadlee trophy which was earlier awarded to the winner of the bilateral ODI series between New Zealand and Australia will now also be played for the T20I series. ... read..

"A victory symphony": Jubilation and raw emotions run high in Team India after hosts secure 434-run win

Rajkot (Gujarat) | February 19, 2024 12:25:02 PM IST

Emotions were at an all-time high in the Indian team dressing room after they registered a historic win against England with a winning margin of 434 runs in the third Test of the series on Sunday in Rajkot. ... read..

Ons Jabeur withdraws from Dubai Championships due to knee injury

Dubai | February 19, 2024 12:24:51 PM IST

The World No. 6 Ons Jabeur has withdrawn from this week's Dubai Tennis Championships due to a right knee injury. ... read..

Spencer Johnson added to Australia's squad for three-match T20I series against New Zealand

Wellington | February 19, 2024 12:24:46 PM IST

With the likes of all-rounder Marcus Stoinis and Aaron Hardie ruled out of the series, Australia was forced to make a change to their squad ahead of their away T20I series with New Zealand. ... read..

We must keep working, go game by game: Mumbai City FC head coach Petr Kratky

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 19, 2024 11:25:37 AM IST

Mumbai City FC head coach Petr Kratky expressed satisfaction with his team as they secured a comfortable 2-0 win over Bengaluru FC in Matchweek 15 of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 season at the Mumbai Football Arena in Mumbai. ... read..

"We played a good game against Mumbai City": Bengaluru FC's Gerard Zaragoza

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 19, 2024 11:25:30 AM IST

Bengaluru FC's head coach Gerard Zaragoza felt a few moments cost his team the game as they went down 0-2 against Mumbai City FC at the Mumbai Football Arena. ... read..

"Bazball is about being attacking but...": Nasser Hussain on England's heavy defeat against India

Rajkot (Gujarat) | February 19, 2024 11:25:26 AM IST

Former England captain Nasser Hussain lamented England's failure to capitalise on vital opportunities in the Rajkot Test against India in which the visitors were pummeled by the hosts to a heavy 434-run defeat. ... read..

Facundo Diaz Acosta upsets Nicolas Jarry to clinch Argentina Open title

Buenos Aires | February 19, 2024 11:25:14 AM IST

The 23-year-old wild card Facundo Diaz Acosta produced a masterclass performance to defeat third seed Nicolas Jarry 6-3, 6-4 in the final of the Argentina Open to capture his first ATP Tour title. ... read..

"Keen to take on Spain in Rourkela to further test ourselves": Indian hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh

Rourkela (Odisha) | February 19, 2024 9:23:10 AM IST

The Indian men's hockey team will meet Spain in the first game of the Rourkela leg of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24 on Monday at Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium. The previous time India played Spain in the Bhubaneswar leg, they won by 4-1. ... read..

Jannik Sinner continues winning run, outshines Alex De Minaur to clinch Rotterdam Open title

Rotterdam | February 19, 2024 9:23:08 AM IST

World No. 4 Jannik Sinner continued his red-hot run as he clinched his second tour-level title of the season, defeating Alex de Minaur 7-5, 6-4 to win the ABN AMRO Open for the first time. ... read..

FIH Women's Hockey Pro League: India beats USA 2-1 on penalties

Rourkela (Odisha) | February 19, 2024 12:23:36 AM IST

India's Captain and seasoned goalkeeper, Savita Punia exhibited heroic prowess in the shootout and guided her team to a thrilling shootout victory 2-1 against the USA after the game was locked at 1-1 at the end of regulation time in their final match of t ... read..

"Getting everything he deserves from his talent": Buttler hails Rajasthan Royals teammate Jaiswal following double ton against England

New Delhi | February 19, 2024 12:23:35 AM IST

England white-ball skipper Jos Buttler lauded young Indian opener and his Rajasthan Royals teammate Yashasvi Jaiswal following his second Test double ton that played a crucial role in India's 434-run win over England in the third Test at Rajkot. ... read..

Manoj Tiwary felicitated with golden bat by CAB following retirement from all forms of cricket

Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 19, 2024 12:23:26 AM IST

The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) on Sunday felicitated Bengal Captain Manoj Tiwary for piling up a stupendous 10,000 plus runs in first-class cricket on a day when he retired from all forms of cricket. ... read..

"This England side is better placed than any other...": Cook following Three Lions' loss to India in Rajkot Test

Rajkot (Gujarat) | February 19, 2024 12:23:18 AM IST

Former England skipper Alastair Cook said on Sunday that there is still hope for the 'Three Lions' to bounce back in the series and the team is better placed than any side in English history to put aside the massive 434 run loss against India in the third ... read..

"There's a trend that has started to emerge": Jay Shah warns players on skipping domestic cricket for IPL

New Delhi | February 19, 2024 12:23:11 AM IST

BCCI secretary Jay Shah has opined that centrally-contracted India players should play domestic cricket to make themselves available for the selection for the national team. ... read..

"Will motivate several upcoming athletes": PM Modi lauds Indian women's team for Badminton Asia Team C'ships title win

Selangor | February 18, 2024 11:23:18 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday lauded the India women's team for securing the country's first-ever Badminton Asia Team Championships, saying that the team's achievement will motivate a lot of upcoming athletes. ... read..

PV Sindhu hails team following Asian Badminton Championships 2024 title win

Selangor | February 18, 2024 11:22:58 PM IST

After clinching the Asian Badminton Championship in Malaysia on Sunday, ace Indian shuttler PV Sindu took to social media and hailed the team by calling them a special group of girls. ... read..

World Team Table Tennis C'ships: Indian women's team secures 3-2 win over Hungary, men's team loses 1-3 to Poland

Busan | February 18, 2024 10:24:54 PM IST

In a mixed day at work for the contingent, the Indian table tennis men's team faced a 1-3 loss to Poland while the women's side secured a thrilling 3-2 win over Hungary in the World Team Table Tennis Championships being held in Busan, South Korea on Sunda ... read..

Tajinderpal Toor secures shot put gold at Asian Indoor Athletics C'ships

Tehran | February 18, 2024 10:24:42 PM IST

Asian Games champion Tajinderpal Singh Toor secured a gold medal in the ongoing Asian Indoor Athletics Championships in the men's shot put event on Saturday. ... read..

Williamson, Southee set to play 100th Test together during home series against Australia

Wellington | February 18, 2024 9:23:26 PM IST

New Zealand captain Tim Southee and Kane Williamson are part of the 14-member squad to face Australia in the upcoming two-Test series at home, starting from February 29 onwards at Wellington. ... read..

Team India registers their biggest Test win ever in terms of runs following massive victory against England

Rajkot (Gujarat) | February 18, 2024 9:23:23 PM IST

Team India registered their biggest winning margin in the history of Test cricket during the third Test against England at Rajkot on Sunday. ... read..

"Jaiswal's double hundred reminded me of my childhood days when....": Left-handed batter's coach Jwala

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 18, 2024 9:23:19 PM IST

Following his pupil's match-winning double century against England in the third Test at Rajkot, Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal's coach Jwala Singh said that the young batter's knock reminded him of his own childhood days when he watched former Indian sout ... read..

Ashwin made return to field during day four of 3rd Test against England via charter flight

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 18, 2024 9:23:15 PM IST

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) organised a charter flight for Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin to make his return to the team after he was forced to miss the third day of the Test against England due to a family medical emergency. ... read..

"Will look to win series 3-2": Ben Stokes after losing Rajkot Test to India by 434 runs

Rajkot (Gujarat) | February 18, 2024 9:23:12 PM IST

Following a 434-run loss against India on Sunday at Rajkot, England Test skipper Ben Stokes asserted that the team will look to win the rest of the two Tests at Ranchi and Dharamshala respectively to seal the series 3-2. ... read..

"This duo has been double trouble for England": Tendulkar hails Jaiswal, Sarfaraz after Rajkot Test

New Delhi | February 18, 2024 9:23:10 PM IST

Following a 434-run victory against England at Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot, India legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar took to social media and hailed young Indian batters Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sarfaraz Khan, calling them "double trouble" for England on S ... read..

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