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PGTI Qualifying School: Chandarjeet Yadav's 63 helps him storm into joint lead along with Matias Dominguez

Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) | February 9, 2024 2:25:09 PM IST

Chandarjeet Yadav of the SEPTA Golf Course in Chandimandir, shot a superb eight-under 63 to storm into the joint lead along with Chile's Matias Dominguez (69) at a total of 13-under 200 after round three of the Final Qualifying Stage at the PGTI Qualifyin ... read..

West Indies win toss, elect to bowl first against Australia in first T20I

Hobart | February 9, 2024 2:25:00 PM IST

West Indies skipper Rovman Powell won the toss and elected to bowl first in the first T20I of the three-match series against Australia at Bellerive Oval on Friday. ... read..

Ishan Kishan "can't be picked for India if he is not playing": Aakash Chopra

New Delhi | February 9, 2024 1:24:29 PM IST

Former India opener Aakash Chopra said that it is important for left-hand batter Ishan Kishan to make himself available to get selected for the national team. ... read..

Klaasen guides Durban Super Giants into first SA20 final

Johannesburg | February 9, 2024 1:24:27 PM IST

Heinrich Klaasen blasted Durban's Super Giants into their first-ever SA20 final as the Super Giants comfortably beat Joburg Super Kings by 69 runs in Qualifier 2 at the Wanderers. ... read..

Darren Sammy expects to see "different brand" of cricket from West Indies in T20I series against Australia

Hobart | February 9, 2024 1:24:24 PM IST

West Indies white-ball coach Darren Sammy is determined that his side has overcome the ODI whitewash against Australia and expects the team to play "a different brand" of cricket in the three-match T20I series. ... read..

ILT20: Gulf Giants win by 5 runs in thrilling showdown against MI Emirates

Dubai | February 9, 2024 1:24:23 PM IST

Gulf Giants showcased grit and determination to pull off a narrow five-run win over MI Emirates in the 26th match of the ILT20 season 2 at the Dubai International Stadium. ... read..

India, Bangladesh declared joint champions of SAFF U19 Women's Championship

Dhaka | February 9, 2024 1:24:21 PM IST

India and Bangladesh were declared joint champions of the SAFF U19 Women's Championship at the BSSSMK Stadium in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on Thursday. ... read..

75th Strandja Memorial Tournament: Nikhat, Arundhati through to semis

Sofia | February 9, 2024 1:24:19 PM IST

Reigning World Champion Nikhat Zareen and Arundhati Choudhary secured comfortable wins and moved to the semifinals of the 75th Strandja Memorial Tournament in Sofia, Bulgaria on Thursday.In the first quarter-final of the day, Nikhat (50kg) was in action a ... read..

George Bailey confirms Cameron Green "firmly" in frame for T20 World Cup spot

New Delhi | February 9, 2024 12:23:45 PM IST

Australia's chief selector George Bailey stated that all-rounder Cameron Green remains "firmly" in the thoughts of the selectors for the upcoming T20 World Cup. ... read..

"I'll take that one": Tom Straker after surpassing Kagiso Rabada's spell in U-19 WC

Benoni | February 9, 2024 11:24:04 AM IST

Australia seamer Tom Straker expressed his thoughts as he surpassed ace South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada's best bowling figures in the Under-19 Cricket World Cup final/semi-final (6/25) in the second semi-final against Pakistan on Thursday. ... read..

Dan Lawrence rejoins ILT20 side Desert Vipers during England tour beak

New Delhi | February 9, 2024 11:23:43 AM IST

England have allowed Dan Lawrence to rejoin International League T20 side Desert Vipers while the Test series between India and the Three Lions squad is on a break in Abu Dhabi. ... read..

"Had full faith in Vids and Raf to get the job done": Australia U-19 skipper Hugh Weigbgen

Benoni | February 9, 2024 10:24:45 AM IST

Following the victory in the nail-biting semi-final against Pakistan in the Under-19 World Cup on Thursday, Australia skipper Hugh Weigbgen said that he was very confident of winning despite losing the nine wickets. ... read..

Australia speedster Tom Straker breaks Kagiso Rabada's U-19 World Cup record

Benoni | February 9, 2024 10:24:38 AM IST

Pacer Tom Straker broke Kagiso Rabada's record during Australia's nail-biting victory over Pakistan in the Under-19 World Cup semi-final. ... read..

Neser earns recall as Australia announce 14-player squad for New Zealand Test series

Melbourne | February 9, 2024 9:24:09 AM IST

Australia announced a 14-player squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against New Zealand, with experienced pacer Michael Neser returning to the red-ball setup. ... read..

Star India bowling allrounder Ravindra Jadeja completes 15 years in international cricket

New Delhi | February 9, 2024 12:23:50 AM IST

Star India bowling allrounder Ravindra Jadeja on Thursday completed 15 years in international cricket. ... read..

Mumbai Open: Bhosale, Yamalapalli go down fighting; Thombare, Hartono move into doubles semi-finals

New Delhi | February 9, 2024 12:23:39 AM IST

The impressive runs of Indian challengers Sahaja Yamalapalli Rutuja Bhosale came to an end. Both Yamalapalli and Bhosale went down fighting in their pre-quarter-final matches of the Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series Tennis Championships at the Cricket Club of I ... read..

"Target is to get six points gap atop league table": Odisha FC's Sergio Lobera ahead of Goa clash

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 9, 2024 12:23:37 AM IST

Odisha FC head coach Sergio Lobera aims to widen the gap with second-placed FC Goa when they take on the Gaurs in Matchweek 14 of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 season at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Friday. ... read..

Paris 2024 Olympics medals to be adorned with piece of iron from Eiffel Tower

Paris | February 9, 2024 12:23:32 AM IST

Every Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics medal will be adorned with a piece of original iron from the Eiffel Tower, the organisers of the Summer Games announced on Thursday. ... read..

Esteban Ocon confirms "strong links" with Mercedes after Hamilton's switch to Scuderia Ferarri

New Delhi | February 9, 2024 12:23:23 AM IST

French Formula One driver Esteban Ocon on Thursday confirmed his "strong links" with Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team following Lewis Hamilton's dramatic switch to Scuderia Ferarri after the end of the 2024 season. ... read..

ISL: League leaders Odisha FC face stern test against unbeaten FC Goa

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 9, 2024 12:23:16 AM IST

The Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 prepares for a potentially gripping encounter between league leaders Odisha FC and FC Goa at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Friday. ... read..

NZ batter Colin Munro expresses his take on Rachin Ravindra's T20 WC 2024 participation

New Delhi | February 9, 2024 12:23:03 AM IST

New Zealand and Desert Vipers cricketer Colin Munro on Thursday said that the Kiwi youngster Rachin Ravindra's chances of playing the upcoming T20 World Cup will be low because of the presence of experienced stars like Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner and ... read..

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma launches mascot 'Ashtalakshmi' for Khelo India University Games 2024

Guwahati (Assam) | February 9, 2024 12:23:01 AM IST

Taking the anticipation and excitement up a notch ahead of the fourth edition of the Khelo India University Games 2024, the Chief Minister of Assam Himanta Biswa Sarma launched the logo and mascot Ashtalakshmi - the vibrant butterfly at a glittering cerem ... read..

"You increase your pace when...,": Deepak Chahar talks about importance of 'gaining strength'

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 9, 2024 12:22:58 AM IST

India and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) speedster Deepak Chahar talked about the importance of gaining strength and said that it helps a fast bowler to gain strength and increase pace. ... read..

U-19 World Cup: Australia defeat Pakistan in tight semi-final contest, set up summit clash with India

Benoni | February 8, 2024 11:23:01 PM IST

Oliver Peake, Harry Dixon's fighting knocks and Raf MacMilllan's heroics helped Australia overcome Pakistan in a nail-bitter semifinal clash by the barest of margins to book a place in the ICC Under 19 World Cup 2024 final against defending champions Indi ... read..

PKL: Bengal Warriors begin home leg against Gujarat Giants

Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 8, 2024 10:24:22 PM IST

The Bengal Warriors, champions in 2019, are all set to make a final dash for a playoff spot as they prepare to play four matches in quick succession during their home leg in the Pro Kabaddi League Season 10. The Warriors, who are currently at the ninth sp ... read..

Davis Cup: India drawn to face Sweden in away World Group I tie in September

London | February 8, 2024 10:24:16 PM IST

India will face Sweden in a tough away draw in the Davis Cup World Group I tie in September. ... read..

Scotland name ODI and T20I squads for UAE tour; Richie Berrington to lead

Edinburgh | February 8, 2024 10:24:01 PM IST

Cricket Scotland (CS) on Thursday named two separate squads for the upcoming tour of UAE in February-March. ... read..

"It wasn't easy": Sunil Chhetri opens up on Bengaluru's 1-0 win over Chennai in ISL

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 8, 2024 8:22:51 PM IST

Following Bengaluru FC's 1-0 win over Chennaiyin FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) on Wednesday, the Blues' skipper Sunil Chhetri accepted that it wasn't an easy job to beat the Chennai-based club. ... read..

PKL: UP Yoddhas aim for double against Haryana Steelers

Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 8, 2024 8:22:30 PM IST

UP Yoddhas will be aiming to complete a double in the season over Haryana Steelers with a win tomorrow in match 112 of Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 at the Netaji Indoor Stadium. ... read..

"It's an honour to represent India and win series against England": India Physical Disability Cricket team players

By Vipul Kashyap Faridabad (Haryana) | February 8, 2024 8:22:29 PM IST

Indian physical disability cricket team members vice-captain Wasim Iqbal, opening batter Jaffar Amin Bhat, off-spinner Majid Ah Magray and left-arm pacer Aamir Hassan, who was a part of India's 3-2 bilateral series win against England, said representing t ... read..

FI: Alpine confirms Bruno Famin as Team Principal for 2024 season after interim period

Paris | February 8, 2024 8:22:25 PM IST

Alpine on Thursday confirmed that Bruno Famin would remain as Team Principal for the 2024 F1 season, juggling those responsibilities with his overall job as the brand's VP of Motorsports. ... read..

Over Rs 30.83 Crore released to Khelo India Athletes in 2023-24 under scholarship scheme

New Delhi | February 8, 2024 7:23:11 PM IST

Sports Authority of India (SAI) has released an Out of Pocket Allowance of Rs 7,71,30,000 for 2571 Khelo India Athletes for Quarter 4 of the financial year 2023-24. The amount released is a part of the Khelo India Scholarship Scheme. ... read..

Sneha Singh opens big five-shot lead over Hitaashee Bakshi in 4th leg of WPGT

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 8, 2024 7:22:59 PM IST

Sneha Singh continued her march in the fourth leg of the Women's Pro Golf Tour at the East Point Golf Club as she extended her lead to five shots with one more round to go. Sneha, winner of the Order of Merit last season, carded 3-under 69 that included a ... read..

"I am very pleased": Pochettino on Chelsea's 3-1 win over Aston Villa in FA Cup

New Delhi | February 8, 2024 7:22:57 PM IST

Following Chelsea's thrilling 3-1 win over Aston Villa in the FA Cup in Birmingham on Thursday, the Blues' head coach Mauricio Pochettino said that he was very "pleased" with his side. ... read..

Prajwal Dev gets wild card entry for Bengaluru Open

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 8, 2024 7:22:50 PM IST

The Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association (KSLTA) has announced a wild card for talented Prjawal Dev in the singles main draw of the Bengaluru Open. ... read..

I-League: Real Kashmir puncture all calculations to open up title race

New Delhi | February 8, 2024 7:22:46 PM IST

Nothing is ever certain in the I-League. After the first half of the season, if anyone thought Mohammedan Sporting were going to be running away with the title, they were proved wrong last Sunday, with Real Kashmir dealing the Black and White Brigade thei ... read..

Xabi Alonso's ambitious Leverkusen take on the Munich challenge in Bundesliga top-of-the-table clash

New Delhi | February 8, 2024 7:22:42 PM IST

All eyes will be on the much-anticipated clash of the weekend, as reigning Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich travel to Leverkusen to face the current table toppers Bayer Leverkusen at the BayArena stadium. ... read..

Ad-hoc Committee of WFI announces new dates for U20, U15 championships, to be held in Patiala

New Delhi | February 8, 2024 6:24:27 PM IST

The Ad-hoc Committee of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) announced new dates for the U20 and U15 freestyle, greco-roman and women's national wrestling championships. The competition is now to be held in Punjab's Patiala. ... read..

Azan, Arafat's half-century power Pakistan to 179 against Australia in U19 WC

Benoni | February 8, 2024 6:23:56 PM IST

Azan Awais and Arafat Minhas powered Pakistan to 179 against Australia in the second semi-final match of the U19 World Cup at Willowmoore Park in Benoni on Thursday. ... read..

Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina headline Indian Wells entry list

California | February 8, 2024 6:23:53 PM IST

The World No.1 Iga Swiatek, World No.2 Aryna Sabalenka and defending champion Elena Rybakina will headline the field at the 2024 BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California. ... read..

India ready for redemption in SAFF U19 Women's final against Bangladesh

Dhaka | February 8, 2024 5:23:24 PM IST

The India U19 Women's National Team will be out to break a voodoo on the artificial turf of BSSSMK Stadium on Thursday when they meet hosts Bangladesh in the SAFF U19 Women's Championship 2024 final. ... read..

Novak Djokovic set for Indian Wells return after five-year hiatus; Rafael Nadal features on entry list

California | February 8, 2024 5:22:59 PM IST

In an attempt to capture a record-tying sixth title in the Indian Wells, World No. 1 and 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic will return a return in BNP Paribas Open after a five-year hiatus. ... read..

"Want to play international cricket till 40": South Africa's Keshav Maharaj on retirement plans

Johannesburg | February 8, 2024 5:22:56 PM IST

South African spinner Keshav Maharaj has said that the thought of playing the World Cup in India last year was extra motivation for him to deal with his Achilles tendon injury and he would have been "shattered" if he was unable to make it. ... read..

Chris Gayle to lead Telangana Tigers in inaugural Indian Veteran Premier League

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | February 8, 2024 5:22:52 PM IST

Chris Gayle, the dynamic former West Indian batter will captain Telangana Tigers in the first edition of the inaugural edition of the much-anticipated Indian Veteran Premier League (IVPL). ... read..

Shanaka left out of Sri Lanka's 16-member ODI squad for Afghanistan series

New Delhi | February 8, 2024 4:23:50 PM IST

Former skipper Shanaka has been left out of Sri Lanka's 16-member ODI squad for their upcoming Afghanistan series. ... read..

FC Goa aim to dethrone Odisha FC in high-stakes away clash in the ISL

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 8, 2024 3:24:10 PM IST

As the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 season heats up, FC Goa gear up for a pivotal showdown against table-toppers Odisha FC. ... read..

PGTI Qualifying School: Trio of amateur Umed, Sanju, Matias share halfway lead at final stage

Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) | February 8, 2024 3:24:08 PM IST

The trio consisting of Chandigarh-based amateur Umed Kumar, Kolkata's Mohammad Sanju and Chile's Matias Dominguez shared the halfway lead at a total of 11-under 131 at the Final Qualifying Stage of the PGTI Qualifying School 2024 being played at the Golmu ... read..

Laureus World Sports Awards to be staged in Madrid

Madrid | February 8, 2024 3:24:01 PM IST

The 25th Laureus World Sports Awards, the most prestigious honours event in the sport, will take place in Madrid on April 22. ... read..

U-19 World Cup semi-final: Australia win toss elect to field against Pakistan

Benoni | February 8, 2024 3:23:54 PM IST

Australia Under-19 skipper Hugh Weibgen won the toss and opted to field against Pakistan in the semi-final of the U-19 World Cup on Thursday at Willowmoore Park. ... read..

"The game's gone too long" - Aaron Finch calls for reduction of overs in ODIs

New Delhi | February 8, 2024 3:23:37 PM IST

Former Australian captain Aaron Finch opines that the ODIs should be reduced to 40 overs per side since the speed of 50-over is too slow and does not draw crowds. ... read..

"Both can play in the same team": Bailey on prospect of Wade, Inglis playing together

Bellerive | February 8, 2024 3:23:31 PM IST

Wicketkeeper batter Matthew Wade could find a spot in Australia's T20 setup alongside in-form Josh Inglis, according to National men's selection chair George Bailey. ... read..

ILT20: Gulf Giants rally to stun Dubai Capitals by 19 runs

Dubai | February 8, 2024 3:23:28 PM IST

Gulf Giants, through an exhibition of superb teamwork and resilience, fought tooth and nail to defend a meagre total of 126 for 9 in 20 overs and pull off a 19-run win over Dubai Capitals in the 24th match of the ILT20 season 2 at the Dubai International ... read..

Felt great to come start well despite loss: Dubai Capitals' debutant Olly Stone

Dubai | February 8, 2024 2:23:57 PM IST

The Dubai Capitals suffered a 19-run loss at the hands of the Gulf Giants at the Dubai International Stadium. The Capitals restricted the Gulf Giants to 126 but were eventually bowled side out for 107 runs. ... read..

Rashid hails spinners contribution in Sharjah Warriors' remarkable victory over Abu Dhabi Knight Riders

Abu Dhabi | February 8, 2024 2:23:36 PM IST

Adil Rashid hailed the contribution of spinners which allowed Sharjah Warriors to clinch a remarkable win over the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the race to reach the ILT20 season 2 playoffs. ... read..

75th Strandja Memorial Tournament: Amit Panghal, Akash move into quarters

Sofia | February 8, 2024 2:23:34 PM IST

The Commonwealth Games gold medallist Amit Panghal, National champion Akash and men's National bronze medalist Abhimanyu put up a stellar show to move into the quarter-final of the 75th Strandja Memorial Tournament in Sofia, Bulgaria on Wednesday. ... read..

FIH Pro League 2023/24: India women's team aim to turn tide as they gear up to face USA

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 8, 2024 2:23:29 PM IST

In the build-up to the highly anticipated FIH Pro League 2023/24 clash against the USA on Friday at Bhubaneswar's Kalinga Stadium, the Indian Women's Hockey Team will aim to script a reversal of fortunes after a challenging start to the tournament. ... read..

"He is making us fall in love with Test cricket": Aakash Chopra hails top-ranked Test bowler Bumrah

New Delhi | February 8, 2024 1:24:51 PM IST

Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra lauded compatriot and pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah for his recent performances in Test cricket, saying that the pacer is making fans fall in love with Test cricket. ... read..

Former Australian skipper Finch names playing eleven for T20 WC 2024, excludes star batter

New Delhi | February 8, 2024 1:24:28 PM IST

Former Australian skipper Aaron Finch picked up his playing eleven for Australia for the ICC T20 World Cup this year in West Indies and USA, which will be held from June 1 onwards. ... read..

India volleyball player Saqlain reveals reason for opting to play as setter

New Delhi | February 8, 2024 1:24:12 PM IST

Saqlain Tariq who will lead Delhi Toofans in the upcoming Prime Volleyball League revealed that his father is the reason he decided to become a setter. ... read..

Sneha Singh takes 2-shot lead over Hitaashee in opening round of 4th leg of WPGT

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 8, 2024 1:24:02 PM IST

Sneha Singh produced three birdies in a span of four holes on the back nine of the East Point Golf Club to take a two-shot lead at the end of the first round of the fourth Leg of Women's Pro Golf Tour. ... read..

India contingent draws blank in Asian Weightlifting Championships at Tashkent

Tashkent | February 8, 2024 12:24:06 PM IST

The Indian weightlifting contingent consisting of Gyaneshwari Yadav, Ditimoni Sonowal and Valluri Ajaya Babu failed to secure a medal in the Asian Weightlifting Championships held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan from February 3 onwards. ... read..

"Private life come first, so...": Nasser Hussain on reports of Kohli missing next two Tests

New Delhi | February 8, 2024 12:24:05 PM IST

Former England skipper Nasser Hussain backed Virat Kohli's decision to prioritise his private life but believes that his absence will be a big "blow" for India. ... read..

South Africa's David Miller completes 10,000 T20 runs

Johannesburg | February 8, 2024 11:24:34 AM IST

South African batter David Miller on Wednesday completed 10,000 runs in T20 cricket, becoming the first South African batter to do so. ... read..

India have not been ruthless as they would have liked in Kohli's absence: Nasser Hussain

London | February 8, 2024 11:24:17 AM IST

Former England captain Nasser Hussain said that India has not been as ruthless with the bat in the absence of star Indian batter Virat Kohli during the first two Tests against England at home. ... read..

India's Davis Cup heroes key attraction at Bengaluru Open 2024

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 8, 2024 10:23:58 AM IST

Four Indian Davis Cuppers, including Ramkumar Ramanathan and N Sriram Balaji, who played a key role in India's commanding win over Pakistan with their singles performances in Islamabad, will compete in the doubles event of the Bengaluru Open 2024. ... read..

ISL: Bengaluru FC back to winning ways; beat Chennaiyin FC 1-0

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 8, 2024 10:23:56 AM IST

Bengaluru FC sealed a 1-0 victory over Chennaiyin FC as the Southern Derby titled in favour of the Blues at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 on Wednesday. ... read..

ISL: Could have scored 2-3 more easy goals, says Bengaluru FC coach after win over Chennaiyin

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 8, 2024 10:23:49 AM IST

Bengaluru FC head coach Gerard Zaragoza believes there's plenty of scope for improvement in his team after they beat Chennaiyin FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) match on Wednesday, saying that his team could have scored two or three more "easy goals". ... read..

Australia all-rounder Beau Webster joins Gloucestershire for Vitality Blast

New Delhi | February 8, 2024 10:23:47 AM IST

Australia's experienced all-rounder Beau Webster has joined Gloucestershire for this year's Vitality Blast and will be available for the entire campaign. ... read..

Indian Women's Hockey Team goes down 0-3 against Australia in FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 8, 2024 10:23:45 AM IST

The Indian Women's Hockey Team registered a 0-3 defeat against Australia in the FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24 at Kalinga Hockey Stadium, Bhubaneswar on Wednesday. ... read..

SA20: Faf-Plooy help Joburg Super Kings set up qualifier two clash against Durban Super Giants

Johannesburg | February 8, 2024 9:23:25 AM IST

Joburg Super Kings lived to fight another day in BSA20 season two while Paarl Royals' campaign came to an end after the local team won Wednesday evening's Eliminator at Wanderers. ... read..

Daryl Mitchell ruled out of New Zealand's second Test against South Africa, T20I series against Australia

Wellington | February 8, 2024 9:23:14 AM IST

New Zealand have suffered a massive blow as Daryl Mitchell will miss out on the second Test against South Africa and the three-match T20I series against Australia due to injury. ... read..

ILT20: Adil Rashid's deadly four-wicket spell helps Sharjah Warriors beat Abu Dhabi Knight Riders by 7 wickets

Abu Dhabi | February 8, 2024 9:23:08 AM IST

England leg spinner Adil Rashid, displaying his guile and artistry with the ball, backed with surgical precision, produced a spell of 4/12 to bowl out Abu Dhabi Knight Riders for a paltry 94 runs in 17.1 overs in the 25th match of the International League ... read..

Australian all-rounder Beau Webster joins Gloucestershire Cricket for 2024 Vitality Blast

New Delhi | February 8, 2024 12:24:29 AM IST

Australian all-rounder Beau Webster has signed for Gloucestershire for the 2024 Vitality Blast. ... read..

"Because of talent that he's got...": Ponting applauds young opener Fraser-McGurk

Melbourne | February 8, 2024 12:24:24 AM IST

Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting has applauded the young opener Jake Fraser-McGurk on Wednesday and opined that he reminds him of David Warner's early stage. ... read..

"It's a proud moment": Marizanne Kapp on Proteas Women's historic win over Australia in 2nd ODI

Sydney | February 8, 2024 12:24:15 AM IST

After South Africa Women's historic 84-run win over Australia in the second ODI match in Sydney on Wednesday, bowling allrounder Marizanne Kapp said that it was a "proud moment" for the whole squad. ... read..

Star India batter Virat Kohli to miss 3rd, 4th Test against England

New Delhi | February 7, 2024 11:24:45 PM IST

India's batting talisman Virat Kohli is set to miss the third and fourth Test matches against England in Rajkot and Ranchi, according to a report from ESPNcricinfo. ... read..

"We had great preparation": Tim Southee after winning first Test against South Africa

Mount Maunganui | February 7, 2024 11:24:33 PM IST

New Zealand skipper Tim Southee appreciated the team's all-round performance during the recently concluded first Test of the two-match Test series at Bay Oval. ... read..

Aslam Inamdar guides Puneri Paltan to big win over playoff hopefuls Bengaluru Bulls

New Delhi | February 7, 2024 11:24:05 PM IST

Having already qualified for the playoffs, Puneri Paltan were in great form as they secured a 31-40 win over the Bengaluru Bulls at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium in Delhi on Wednesday. ... read..

"Different satisfaction": Saharan on winning close game against South Africa in U19 WC

Benoni | February 7, 2024 11:23:58 PM IST

After securing a two-wicket win against South Africa in the U19 World Cup in Benoni, India skipper Uday Saharan said that there was a "different satisfaction" after winning a close game. ... read..

Marizanne Kapp helps Proteas women clinch historic win over Australia in second ODI

Sydney | February 7, 2024 11:23:53 PM IST

Marizanne Kapp displayed a stellar performance to power South Africa's women to clinch their maiden ODI win over Australia in Sydney on Wednesday and kept them alive in the 50-over series. ... read..

"You try and get on top of them early": Joe Root on Rohit and Kohli ahead of Rajkot Test

New Delhi | February 7, 2024 9:25:24 PM IST

Ahead of the third Test at Rajkot, star England batter Joe Root admitted that a team has to keep players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli away from scoring runs to win the series. ... read..

BCCI secretary Jay Shah congratulates Jasprit Bumrah on becoming No. 1 ICC Men's Test Bowler

New Delhi | February 7, 2024 7:25:10 PM IST

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Jay Shah congratulated speedster Jasprit Bumrah on becoming the number one ICC Men's Test Bowler on Wednesday. ... read..

"Rishabh confident that he's going to be right to play": Ricky Ponting

Melbourne | February 7, 2024 4:24:52 PM IST

Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting that Rishabh Pant is "very confident" about playing the entire Indian Premier League (IPL) but the former Baggy Greens star is unsure whether he would be able to play the wicketkeeping role. ... read..

Ireland announce squads for upcoming multi-format series against Afghanistan

New Delhi | February 7, 2024 3:25:40 PM IST

Ireland announced their Test and white ball series squads for their upcoming multi-format series against Afghanistan. ... read..

South Africa pacer Kwena Maphaka rescripts U-19 World Cup history books

New Delhi | February 7, 2024 3:25:26 PM IST

Proteas pacer Kwena Maphaka re-wrote the history books after South Africa's U-19 World Cup campaign concluded following their defeat in the semi-final against India. ... read..

England cricketers Curran, Salt set to join Desert Vipers in ILT20

Dubai | February 7, 2024 3:24:54 PM IST

England cricketers Sam Curran and Phil Salt are all set to link up with the Desert Vipers for the business end of this season's International League T20 (ILT20). ... read..

Jamieson, Santner inspire New Zealand to 281-run victory over South Africa in 1st Test

Mount Maunganui | February 7, 2024 3:24:49 PM IST

With a clinical performance in all facets of cricket, New Zealand capped off the first Test with a stunning 281-run victory against South Africa on Wednesday at Bay Oval. ... read..

New Zealand move past India, Australia to secure top spot in WTC standings

New Delhi | February 7, 2024 3:24:33 PM IST

New Zealand climbed to the top of the World Test Championship (WTC) standings following their thumping 281-run victory over South Africa on Wednesday. ... read..

Rachin Ravindra hails Kane Williamson after 31st Test century

Mount Maunganui | February 7, 2024 3:24:02 PM IST

Following a 281-run victory against South Africa, New Zealand youngster Rachin Ravindra hailed former skipper Kane Williamson's outstanding performance in the first Test at Bay Oval on Wednesday. ... read..

Bumrah dethrones Ashwin to become first India pacer to claim top spot in men's bowler Test rankings

Dubai | February 7, 2024 3:23:08 PM IST

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah dethroned his compatriot Ravichandran Ashwin to take the No.1 spot on the latest ICC Men's Test Bowler rankings and became the first Indian pacer to do so. ... read..

"It was a matter of...": Skipper Uday Saharan reveals factor that gave him surety of India's victory

Benoni | February 7, 2024 10:53:45 AM IST

India under 19 Cricket captain Uday Saharan disclosed the thoughts that were going through his mind when he saw his side fall to 32/4 while chasing 245 against South Africa in the semi-final of the Under-19 World Cup. ... read..

India hockey player Varun Kumar accused of raping a minor, booked under POCSO

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 7, 2024 9:53:08 AM IST

An FIR was registered in Bengaluru under the Protection of Children from Sexual Assault (POCSO) Act against India hockey player Varun Kumar, who has been accused of allegedly raping a minor under the pretext of marriage. ... read..

Ricky Ponting named head coach of Washington Freedom ahead of 2nd season of MLC

New Delhi | February 7, 2024 9:52:55 AM IST

Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting has been appointed as the head coach of Washington Freedom ahead of the second season of the Major League Cricket (MLC). ... read..

Uday Saharan-Sachin Dhas register highest 5th wicket partnership in U19 ODIs during World Cup semis against SA

Benoni | February 7, 2024 12:25:43 AM IST

Indian U19 batting duo of skipper Uday Saharan and Sachin Dhas established a new record for the highest fifth-wicket partnership in U19 cricket history on Tuesday. ... read..

ICC U19 WC: "Had belief in myself I could do it...": Indian captain Saharan following win against SA in semis

Benoni | February 7, 2024 12:25:38 AM IST

Following the two-wicket win in the semifinals of the ICC U19 World Cup, Indian skipper Uday Saharan said that he had belief in himself that he could win the game for his country. ... read..

Defeat against India: "Something we've struggled with", says Juan James on team's batting struggle in U-19 WC

Benoni | February 7, 2024 12:25:19 AM IST

After defeat against India in the semifinal of the ICC Under 19 World Cup 2024, South Africa captain Juan James outlined the batting struggles his team struggled with in the whole tournament. ... read..

"Never actually thought that could happen": Valtteri Bottas on Lewis Hamilton's shock Ferrari move

London | February 7, 2024 12:25:10 AM IST

Stake F1 driver Valtteri Bottas has weighed in on Lewis Hamilton's surprise decision to go from Mercedes to Ferrari in 2025, calling it a "big opportunity" for the seven-time world champion to add another gem to his Formula One history. ... read..

Can see so much of Shai Hope in his coil, bat swing: Ashwin praises U19 batter Sachin Dhas

New Delhi | February 7, 2024 12:25:03 AM IST

Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin on Tuesday lauded Indian U19 batter Sachin Dhas for his knock, saying that the batter's "coil and bat swing" reminds of West Indies star batter Shai Hope. ... read..

South Asia's inaugural Women's Handball League launched in India

New Delhi | February 7, 2024 12:25:01 AM IST

Marking a milestone, India is set to witness South Asia's first-ever professional Women's Handball League (WHL) which will be featuring prominent players from the Middle East, South East, Europe and Africa. ... read..

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