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Bangladesh to host Sri Lanka for white-ball and two-match Test series

New Delhi | February 3, 2024 12:23:56 AM IST

Bangladesh will host Sri Lanka for the three-match white ball series and two World Test Championship (WTC) matches in Sylhet and Chattogram in March later this year. ... read..

Haryana Steelers stage epic comeback to beat Gujarat Giants 34-30 in PKL Season 10

New Delhi | February 3, 2024 12:23:49 AM IST

A second-half comeback inspired by a brilliant defence saw the Haryana Steelers edge out the Gujarat Giants 34-30 at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium in Delhi on Friday. ... read..

UP Yoddhas Hope to Return to Winning Ways against U Mumba

New Delhi | February 3, 2024 12:23:27 AM IST

UP Yoddhas, the GMR Group-owned franchise, are aiming for a turnaround in their campaign as they seek to return to winning ways in their reverse fixture against U Mumba in Match 102 of Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 on Saturday. ... read..

Australia batter Cameron Bancroft joins Gloucestershire to play 2024 season of County Cricket

New Delhi | February 3, 2024 12:23:22 AM IST

Australia opener Cameron Bancroft joined Gloucestershire once again and will play for the side in the 2024 season across formats. ... read..

India para-athlete Suvarna Raj mistreated during her flight from Delhi to Chennai

New Delhi | February 3, 2024 12:23:15 AM IST

India para-athlete Suvarna Raj was mistreated by IndiGo Airlines crew members while taking a flight from New Delhi to Chennai. ... read..

Minister for Education Dharmendra Pradhan assures to assist FIFA-AIFF Talent Academy

New Delhi | February 3, 2024 12:23:13 AM IST

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) plans to create a robust three-stage pan-India structure for talent scouting and recruitment for its ambitious FIFA-AIFF Talent Academy. ... read..

Rohan Bopanna meets PM Modi following historic Australian Open men's doubles triumph

New Delhi | February 3, 2024 12:23:09 AM IST

The world number one-ranked men's doubles tennis star Rohan Bopanna on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi following his historic Australian Open title win. ... read..

Maninder, Nitin land major blow on Dabang Delhi as Delhi Leg starts with a bang

New Delhi | February 2, 2024 11:23:56 PM IST

Skipper Maninder Singh's 11 points, ably supported by protege Nitin Kumar's 13 points, made the Bengal Warriors proud with exceptional Super 10s to seal an impressive 38-45 win over the Dabang Delhi K.C. at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium in Delhi on Friday. ... read..

"Waiting long is common in Indian cricket": Patidar jokes about making his Test debut at 30

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 2, 2024 11:23:53 PM IST

Rajat Patidar who made his Test debut at the age of 30 in the second clash against England, joked about how waiting for long is common in Indian cricket. ... read..

U-19 World Cup: Saumy's spin craft and Uday, Sachin's tons seal semi-final spot for India

Bloemfontein | February 2, 2024 11:23:44 PM IST

Saumy Pandey's magic along with skipper Uday Saharan and Sachin Dhas's 215-run stand powered the defending champions India to a comfortable 132-run victory over Nepal and sealed their spot in the ongoing U-19 World Cup on Friday at Mangaung Oval. ... read..

Yashasvi Jaiswal joins elite company of Ravi Shastri, Sachin Tendulkar to achieve rare feat

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 2, 2024 10:24:31 PM IST

Yashasvi Jaiswal joined the likes of India's former batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar and Ravi Shastri following his unbeaten 179-run onslaught on the opening day of the second Test against England at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium. ... read..

"Want to show we can play hockey": India women's hockey coach Schopman ahead of FIH Hockey Pro League

Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) | February 2, 2024 9:25:04 PM IST

India women's team coach Janneke Schopman is excited to feature in the upcoming FIH Hockey Pro League and wants to show that the India team can "play hockey". ... read..

Sri Lanka openers give firm control against Afghanistan on Day 1 in one-off Test

Colombo | February 2, 2024 8:24:30 PM IST

Sri Lanka openers Dimuth Karunaratne and Nishan Madushka's magnificent partnership of 80 runs put the host in control after the end of play on Day 1 at the Sinhalese Sports Club on Friday. ... read..

Australia pacer Xavier Bartlett makes impact in debut which he "definitely" did not expect

Melbourne | February 2, 2024 8:24:20 PM IST

Australia's hero in the opening ODI clash against West Indies, Xavier Bartlett revealed that he didn't expect to get selected for the national team. ... read..

U-19 World Cup: Uday, Sachin's 215-run stand propels India to 297/5 against Nepal

Bloemfontein | February 2, 2024 7:23:43 PM IST

Sachin Dhas and Uday Saharan's marvellous partnership of 215 runs helped India Under-19 to a total of 297 runs with the loss of five wickets after the completion of 50 overs in their second Super Six fixture against Nepal on Friday. ... read..

"...kept giving me confidence": Jaiswal after scoring 179* on Day 1 against England

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 2, 2024 7:23:30 PM IST

Yashasvi Jaiswal who overwhelmed England bowlers with his 179* decoded his approach and revealed that skipper Rohit Sharma and head coach Rahul Dravid backed him to convert his knock into a big one. ... read..

"Very very special": Bashir on claiming India skipper Rohit Sharma as his first Test wicket

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 2, 2024 7:23:26 PM IST

England debutant Shoaib Bashir described dismissing India skipper Rohit Sharma to claim his first Test wicket as "very very special." ... read..

Jaiswal's 179-run onslaught puts India in firm control on Day 1 of 2nd Test against England

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 2, 2024 6:24:24 PM IST

Yashasvi Jaiswal's blitz inflicted woes on England's bowling set-up on the first day of the second Test against England on Friday at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium. ... read..

Smith, Green's unbeaten stand guides Australia to comfortable win over West Indies in 1st ODI

Melbourne | February 2, 2024 5:25:16 PM IST

Steve Smith and Cameron Green's unbeaten 149-run stand combined with Josh Inglis's 65 propelled Australia to a comfortable 8-wicket win in the first ODI on Friday at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). ... read..

"It feels really great that we are playing in Delhi": Ashu Malik ahead of fixture against Bengal Warriors

New Delhi | February 2, 2024 5:25:06 PM IST

Dabang Delhi KC skipper Ashu Malik expressed his feelings as his team is set to play in Delhi (DDKC's home ground) after a long time in the Pro Kabaddi League. ... read..

IND vs ENG, 2nd Test: Jaiswal's terrific show in Vizag puts hosts in driver's seat (Tea, Day 1)

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 2, 2024 3:25:04 PM IST

Yashasvi Jaiswal's belligerent century put India in a commanding position against England on Day 2 of the ongoing second Test match at YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium on Friday. ... read..

Keacy Carty, Roston Chase's fifties propel WI to 231 against Australia in first ODI

Melbourne | February 2, 2024 2:25:20 PM IST

Keacy Carty and Roston Chase's stunning half-centuries propelled West Indies to 231 against Australia in the first ODI of a three-match series here at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday. ... read..

U-19 World Cup: India win toss, opt to bat against Nepal in Super Six match

Bloemfontein | February 2, 2024 2:24:57 PM IST

The reigning champions India won the toss and elected to bat against Nepal in their Super Six stage match of the ICC Under 19 World Cup on Friday. ... read..

2nd Test: Jaiswal's fifty puts India in comfortable position against England (Lunch, Day 1)

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 2, 2024 1:25:03 PM IST

After captain Rohit Sharma's wicket, Yashasvi Jaiswal-Shubman Gill's partnership provided the hosts with a strong start as the pair took India past 100-run mark, making England toil hard in Visakhapatnam for wickets in the first session of the opening day ... read..

"It will be a tough game but we are ready": Odisha FC's Sergio Lobera on Kerala Blasters' clash

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 2, 2024 1:24:47 PM IST

Odisha FC head coach Sergio Lobera expressed his desire to secure all three points as they prepare to host Kerala Blasters FC in Matchweek 13 of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar. ... read..

"It will be a close match": Fans ahead of 2nd Test between India, England

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 2, 2024 11:25:52 AM IST

As India and England are gearing up for the second Test match in Visakhapatnam on Friday, fans are anticipating that the game will be tough and close encounter between the two sides. ... read..

ISL: Javier Siverio joins Jamshedpur FC on loan from East Bengal FC

Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) | February 2, 2024 11:25:22 AM IST

Indian Super League (ISL) side Jamshedpur FC have roped in Spanish forward Javier Siverio on loan from East Bengal FC for the remainder of the 2023-24 season. ... read..

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

Melbourne | February 2, 2024 10:23:59 AM IST

Australia won the toss and elected to bowl against West Indies in the first ODI of three-match series here at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday. ... read..

India captain Rohit Sharma wins toss, opts to bat against England in 2nd Test; Rajat Patidar makes debut

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 2, 2024 10:23:42 AM IST

India captain Rohit Sharma won the toss and decided to bat first against Ben Stokes-led England in the second Test match of the five-game series at Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium on Friday. ... read..

Hampshire sign Australia seamer Michael Neser for first eight T20 Blast matches

London | February 2, 2024 10:23:35 AM IST

Australian seamer Michael Neser has joined Hampshire Hawks for their 2024 Blast campaign. ... read..

Lewis Hamilton to part ways with Mercedes end of 2024 season, will join Ferrari on multi-year contract

London | February 2, 2024 9:24:17 AM IST

Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton will make a sensational switch to Ferrari for the 2025 Formula One season on a multi-year contract, the Italian team confirmed on Thursday. ... read..

'Gabba hero' Shamar Joseph rewarded with International retainer contract by CWI

Kingston | February 2, 2024 9:24:12 AM IST

After his heroic performance in the Gabba Test against Australia gave West Indies its first win on Australian soil in more than two decades, pacer Shamar Joseph has been rewarded the International retainer contract by Cricket West Indies (CWI). ... read..

Kalyan Chaubey denies Kosaraju's "false and malicious" remarks, demands public apology

New Delhi | February 2, 2024 3:25:05 AM IST

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) President Kalyan Chaubey issued a legal defamation notice to former Andhra Pradesh Football Association president Gopalkrishna Kosaraju on Thursday about the false and malicious remarks and has demanded a public ap ... read..

Ad-hoc Committee of WFI to organise 2023 Senior Free Style competition

New Delhi | February 2, 2024 3:25:03 AM IST

The Ad-hoc Committee of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) on Thursday announced the 2023 Senior Free Style, Greco Roman Style and Women National Wrestling Championship in Jaipur from 2nd to 5th February. ... read..

India aim to replicate 2021 comeback while England target 2nd consecutive victory

New Delhi | February 2, 2024 3:25:00 AM IST

The second Test between 'Bazball' and India spinners will begin in Visakhapatnam on Friday, with hosts finding themselves in a similar position as they did almost four years ago. ... read..

"I didn't believe it": Sarfaraz Khan on receiving his maiden Test call for India

New Delhi | February 2, 2024 12:23:16 AM IST

India batter Sarfaraz Khan revealed that he "didn't believe" that he had been selected for the second Test match against England in Visakhapatnam. ... read..

Former England all-rounder Mark Alleyne named as Gloucestershire's head coach

New Delhi | February 2, 2024 12:23:13 AM IST

Former England all-rounder Mark Alleyne has been named as Gloucestershire's new head coach on a three-year deal. ... read..

England skipper Ben Stokes expects pitch for 2nd Test against India to be "bit better"

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 2, 2024 12:23:11 AM IST

England skipper Ben Stokes feels that the pitch in Visakhapatnam for the second Test against India will be a "bit better." ... read..

Kevin De Bruyne surpasses Wayne Rooney to become third for all-time Premier League assists

New Delhi | February 1, 2024 11:26:01 PM IST

Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne went past former England forward Wayne Rooney to become third for all-time Premier League assists. ... read..

BFI hosts elite multinational training camp ahead of Paris Olympics qualification tournaments

New Delhi | February 1, 2024 11:25:56 PM IST

The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has organised an elite multinational training camp ahead of the Paris Olympics qualification tournaments. ... read..

After Nationals, Yuva Kabaddi Series star Iyyappan aims for soaring success in sport

New Delhi | February 1, 2024 11:25:47 PM IST

Iyyappan Veerapandian is high on confidence after fine performances in the Yuva Kabaddi Series led him to state and national level tournaments. The fearsome raider now aims to continue the excellent performances to reach new heights in his career. ... read..

Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi calls Rashid Khan 'best bowler'

Colombo | February 1, 2024 11:25:38 PM IST

While speaking ahead of the Test match between Afghanistan and Sri Lanka at Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo on Friday, Afghan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi called Rashid Khan the "best bowler." ... read..

FC Goa regain top spot following 2-0 victory over Hyderabad FC

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 1, 2024 11:25:36 PM IST

In a thrilling encounter that marked the return of FC Goa's campaign in the second half of Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24, the Gaurs showcased their dominance, clinching a well-deserved 2-0 away victory over Hyderabad FC at the Gachibowli Stadium. ... read..

"Hopefully end the season in the first place": Kerala Blasters FC's new midfielder Fedor Cernych

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 1, 2024 11:25:31 PM IST

Kerala Blasters FC's new midfielder Fedor Cernych has set his sights on securing the top position in the Indian Super League (ISL) with his new club. ... read..

"Real Madrid is biggest club in world," says Jude Bellingham

Madrid | February 1, 2024 10:23:56 PM IST

Star English footballer Jude Bellingham on Thursday called Real Madrid the "biggest club" in the world. ... read..

"It's a key game": Carlo Ancelotti on Real Madrid's upcoming fixture against Getafe

New Delhi | February 1, 2024 9:23:51 PM IST

Ahead of Real Madrid's upcoming match against Getafe in La Liga on Friday at Coliseum Alfonso Perez Stadium, Los Blancos head coach Carlo Ancelotti said that it is a key game. ... read..

"We had problems, overcame them and had lot of good moments": Klopp on Liverpool's 4-1 win over Chelsea

New Delhi | February 1, 2024 8:24:40 PM IST

Following Liverpool's 4-1 victory over Chelsea in the Premier League (PL) on Thursday at Anfield, head coach Jurgen Klopp said that he was "super happy" with the team's performance. ... read..

Prithvi Shaw to return in 2023-24 Ranji Trophy after recovering from knee injury

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 1, 2024 8:24:38 PM IST

India batter Prithvi Shaw to make his comeback to competitive cricket after being included in Mumbai's squad for the upcoming 2023-24 Ranji Trophy. ... read..

"Sachin meets TENDULKAR": Former India star shares glimpse of heartwarming encounter with fan

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

Former India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar shared a special moment of his meeting with a fan. ... read..

KIYG 2023: School bus driver's daughter won bronze, father's relentless persistence reaps fruit

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 1, 2024 8:24:24 PM IST

At 4.30 in the morning, Jagdish Gulia and his eight-year-old daughter Tannu were glued to the television watching Indian women wrestling at the 2016 Rio Olympics. When Sakshi Malik turned the bout on its head in the dying seconds to secure bronze, both Ja ... read..

Priya Mishra's dream comes true on being picked by Gujarat Giants

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 1, 2024 8:24:14 PM IST

The journey to the highest level in sport is tough as it requires much sacrifice and dedication. From waking up at the crack of dawn to sweating it out in training, athletes leave no stone unturned in their quest for glory. ... read..

Hitaashee takes three shot lead over Ananya in third leg of WPGT

Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 1, 2024 8:24:10 PM IST

Hitaashee Bakshi fired four birdies in a five-hole stretch in the middle of the round to grab a handy three-shot lead over Ananya Garg after the second round of the third leg of the 2024 Women's Pro Golf Tour at the Tollygunge Club. ... read..

Thailand Masters 2024: Manjunath defeats compatriot Srikanth to seal place in quarter-finals

Bangkok | February 1, 2024 8:24:03 PM IST

India shuttler Mithun Manjunath pulled off a major upset by defeating experienced compatriot Kidambi Srikanth to seal his spot in the men's singles quarter-finals at the Thailand Masters 2024 in Bangkok on Thursday. ... read..

Ankita, Rutuja among four Indian players to receive wild card entry for the Mumbai Open Tennis Championships

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 1, 2024 8:24:00 PM IST

With the aim of providing level playing opportunities and good competition to Indian players, Ankita Raina, Sahaja Yamalapalli and Rutuja Bhosale, India's top three ranked women, and promising teenager Vaishnavi Adkar, of Maharashtra, have been awarded th ... read..

PKL: Dabang Delhi returns to homeground after four years

New Delhi | February 1, 2024 7:24:51 PM IST

Dabang Delhi, the capital's pride in Pro Kabaddi League, is thrilled to announce its triumphant return to the home turf after a four-year hiatus. The team is all set to ignite the kabaddi fervour in the 'Home of Dabangs' and is geared up for an electrifyi ... read..

Brett Lee joins Yuvraj Singh to feature in World Championship of Legends

New Delhi | February 1, 2024 7:24:24 PM IST

In a thrilling development, iconic cricketers like Yuvraj Singh, Brett Lee, Kevin Petersen, Suresh Raina, Shahid Afridi, and more are set to illuminate the cricket field during the highly anticipated World Championship Of Legends at Edgbaston Stadium, Bir ... read..

Former Australia skipper Meg Lanning opens up about her new cricket life

Adelaide | February 1, 2024 7:24:17 PM IST

Former Australia skipper Meg Lanning is focused on success in the Women's National Cricket League (WNCL) after stepping down from international duties. ... read..

International hockey returns to Odisha for FIH Pro League 2023-24

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 1, 2024 7:24:12 PM IST

Excitement amongst fans mounts as International hockey is set to return to Odisha. The state, which has emerged as a global hub of hockey, is gearing up to host the FIH Pro League 2023-24 Bhubaneswar and Rourkela legs, scheduled to take place between Febr ... read..

"The first time I saw him....": England skipper Stokes on Shoaib Bashir's inclusion in Test against India

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 1, 2024 6:24:52 PM IST

England Test skipper Ben Stokes revealed how he discovered England's uncapped off-spinner Shoaib Bashir, who is a part of England's squad for the second Test scheduled to start from Friday. ... read..

"If team demands us to play in certain way, then we are up to it": KS Bharat ahead of 2nd England Test

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 1, 2024 6:24:48 PM IST

Ahead of the second Test match against England, India wicketkeeper-batter KS Bharat on Thursday stated there is no panic in the injury-plagued hosts' camp despite falling to visitors in the first game of the five-match series. ... read..

"My idol was always Yuvi paji, but Sachin...": Agni Chopra reveals players he idolised while growing up

By Parv Anand New Delhi | February 1, 2024 6:24:31 PM IST

Mizoram batter Agni Chopra who has been enjoying a purple patch in the Ranji Trophy season talked about India's two star cricketers he idolised while growing up. ... read..

Lewis Hamilton to join Scuderia Ferrari in 2025, will replace Carlos Sainz

New Delhi | February 1, 2024 6:24:28 PM IST

Legendary Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton is set to leave Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team in 2025 to join Scuderia Ferrari, according to Sky Sports. ... read..

Punjab FC announce arrival of three new signings

Mohali (Punjab) | February 1, 2024 6:24:20 PM IST

Punjab FC (PFC) have announced the arrival of three new signings to the team - forward Bidyashagar Singh, winger Bryce Miranda and midfielder Isaac Vanmalwawma. ... read..

"Looking forward to joining up with team": Kane Williamson "confident" to get fit in time for South Africa Tests

Wellington | February 1, 2024 5:25:02 PM IST

Former New Zealand Test captain Kane Williamson is optimistic that he has fully healed from the hamstring injury he sustained during the T20I series against Pakistan last month and is ready for the first Test match, which is scheduled to begin in Mount Ma ... read..

Amandeep drops late triple as Khushi takes lead in 3rd leg of WPGT

Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 1, 2024 5:24:52 PM IST

Khushi Khanijau, playing in the day's opening group, birdied her final hole to grab the sole lead after the first round of the third leg of the 2024 Women's Pro Golf Tour at the Tollygunge Club. ... read..

National Rowing Championship: Manipur eves dominate on day 3

Pune (Maharashtra) | February 1, 2024 4:25:31 PM IST

Manipur women proved to be a dominant force pushing top spots in three events even as the armed forces men - Services and Army - were a force to reckon with in the semifinal round of the 41st Senior and 25th Open Sprint National Rowing Championship at the ... read..

ISL: FC Goa rope in defender Nim Dorjee on short-term contract

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 1, 2024 4:25:22 PM IST

Indian Super League (ISL) club FC Goa announced the acquisition of defender Nim Dorjee Tamang on a short-term contract until the culmination of the ongoing 2023-24 season. ... read..

James Anderson in England team for second Test against India; Shoaib Bashir to debut

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 1, 2024 4:25:06 PM IST

England on Thursday announced their playing XI for the second Test of the five-match series against India with veteran pacer James Anderson making a return to the team in place of Mark Wood. ... read..

"Will keep fighting...": Andy Murray slams criticism over winless run

London | February 1, 2024 4:24:29 PM IST

The three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray has no plans to draw curtain on his remarkable career and vowed that he won't quit, despite a winless start to the 2024 season. ... read..

"He's created really good headache for me": Daren Sammy puts Shamar Josep in contention for T20 World Cup

Tarouba | February 1, 2024 4:23:59 PM IST

West Indies coach Daren Sammy acknowledged that Gabba hero Shamar Joseph has caused a selection headache and the pacer may force his way into the T20 World Cup considerations this year despite not participating in the limited-overs series against Australi ... read..

HI names 24-member Indian men's hockey team for FIH Pro League 2023-24

New Delhi | February 1, 2024 2:24:40 PM IST

Hockey India on Thursday announced the 24-member Indian men's hockey team that will participate in the Bhubaneswar and Rourkela legs of the FIH Pro League 2023-24. ... read..

ISL: East Bengal FC sign Spanish midfielder Victor Vazquez

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 1, 2024 2:24:23 PM IST

Indian Super League (ISL) club East Bengal FC have signed Spanish midfielder Victor Vazquez until the end of the ISL 2023-24 season, the club announced. ... read..

ISSF World Cup 2024 Cairo: Akhil Sheoran wins bronze as India finish with six medals

Cairo | February 1, 2024 2:24:17 PM IST

Paris Olympic quota winner Akhil Sheoran, won his second career individual International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup stage medal, clinching the men's 50m rifle 3 positions (3P) bronze at the Egypt International Olympic City Shooting range i ... read..

Youth scaling new heights in sports, says Sitharaman in budget speech; mentions chess prodigy Praggnanandhaa

New Delhi | February 1, 2024 2:24:10 PM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday said that the country is proud of youth scaling new heights in sports and noted that India's number-one ranked player Praggnanandhaa put up a stiff fight against the reigning World Champion Magnus Carl ... read..

Paris Olympics: WTT Star Contender Goa 2024 boosts qualification hopes of Indian paddlers

New Delhi | February 1, 2024 1:24:58 PM IST

The recently concluded World Table Tennis (WTT) Star Contender Goa 2024 witnessed the global table tennis stars ascending at Mapusa's Peddem Indoor Stadium with the French teenage sensation World No. 6 Felix Lebrun and Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Chen ... read..

Nagesh Trophy: Karnataka to face Odisha, Andhra to clash against Gujarat in semi-finals

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | February 1, 2024 1:24:30 PM IST

Karnataka will lock horns with Odisha and Andhra Pradesh with Gujarat on Thursday in the semi-finals of the ongoing Nagesh Trophy as Men's National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2023-24 got underway in Nagpur. ... read..

Conrad hopes SA draw inspiration from women's side, West Indies, 'Bafana Bafana' ahead of NZ Test series

Mount Maunganui | February 1, 2024 1:24:21 PM IST

South Africa red-ball coach Shukri Conrad expressed hope that the makeshift side, starting its two-Test tour of New Zealand from February 4 onwards, will draw inspiration from the South African women's side and West Indies men's team's heroics against Aus ... read..

ISL: Jamshedpur FC playout 1-1 draw against NorthEast United FC

Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) | February 1, 2024 12:24:37 PM IST

Jamshedpur FC played out a 1-1 draw at the JRD Tata Sports Complex against the visiting NorthEast United FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24. ... read..

"Opposition's batters have come with a 'nothing to lose' thinking": Aakash Chopra on England's batting

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 1, 2024 12:24:19 PM IST

Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra said that the England team has come to India for the five-match Test series with a "nothing to lose, everything to gain" mindset and this attitude is helping them. ... read..

"If there's a guy who deserves it, it is him": De Villiers on Sarfaraz's potential international debut

Johannesburg | February 1, 2024 12:24:07 PM IST

South African batting legend AB de Villiers expressed hope that Mumbai batting sensation Sarfaraz Khan would get a chance to make his international debut during the second match against England at Visakhapatnam, saying that his first-class cricket record ... read..

ILT20: Michael Pepper's half-century helps Knight Riders upset Gulf Giants

Abu Dhabi | February 1, 2024 9:23:55 PM IST

England's Michael Pepper's 59 off 40 balls peppered with seven boundaries and three sixes steered Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, who were tottering at the bottom of the points table to rise and outplay defending champions and third-placed Gulf Giants by six wic ... read..

"Enjoy watching Virat Kohli bat, Test call-up the happiest moment of my life": Rajat Patidar

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 1, 2024 11:24:52 AM IST

Ahead of the second Test against England, India batter Rajat Patidar said that receiving his maiden Test call-up is the happiest moment of his life, and he also spoke about observing and learning from senior batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. ... read..

England spinner Jack Leach ruled out of second Test against India due to injury

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 1, 2024 10:24:15 AM IST

Ahead of their second Test match against India, England has suffered a major blow with experienced spinner Jack Leach missing the match scheduled to start from Friday at Visakhapatnam. ... read..

SA20: All-round Sunrisers Eastern Cape earn playoff spot following nine-wicket win over Joburg Super Kings

Johannesburg | February 1, 2024 10:24:04 AM IST

Defending champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape secured their place in the SA20 season two playoffs on Wednesday with a comprehensive bonus point nine-wicket victory over Joburg Super Kings at the Wanderers. ... read..

India beat Egypt 6-4, finish fifth in FIH Hockey5s Men's World Cup Oman 2024

Muscat | February 1, 2024 10:24:02 AM IST

In the final encounter of the FIH Hockey5s Men's World Cup Oman 2024, the Indian Men's Hockey Team clinched an exciting 6-4 triumph over Egypt in Muscat, Oman, on Wednesday, securing a fifth-place finish in the tournament. ... read..

Premier League: Manchester City, Liverpool, Tottenham notch wins

Manchester | February 1, 2024 10:23:48 AM IST

Star striker Erling Haaland made his return after almost two months following a foot injury as Manchester City beat Burnley 3-1 in their Premier League match on Wednesday night at Etihad Stadium to get closer to the table toppers, Liverpool. ... read..

Mumbai City announce signing of Spanish attacker Iker Guarrotxena

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 31, 2024 11:53:44 PM IST

Mumbai City FC announced the signing of Spanish forward Iker Guarrotxena on Wednesday. ... read..

Irfan Pathan is "confident" India will win Test series against England despite losing first game

New Delhi | January 31, 2024 11:53:35 PM IST

Former all-rounder Irfan Pathan is confident about India securing the five-match Test series despite losing the first game in Hyderabad. ... read..

Australia, Netherlands women's hockey teams reach Bhubaneswar for FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | January 31, 2024 10:53:15 PM IST

The Netherlands, the number one ranked women's hockey team in the world, and Australia, ranked second in the world, arrived at the Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar, Odisha on Wednesday to begin their respective FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/ ... read..

'Khelo India Games envisioned by PM Modi is embodiment of his interest...': Anurag Thakur hands trophies to winners

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | January 31, 2024 10:53:11 PM IST

Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur handed the trophies to the winners of the Khelo India Youth Games at the closing ceremony of Tamil Nadu in Chennai on Wednesday. ... read..

Irfan Pathan, Upul Tharanga among former cricketers to join Asian Legends League

New Delhi | January 31, 2024 10:53:06 PM IST

The World Sports Group on Wednesday announced the launch of the inaugural edition of the Asian Legends League. ... read..

"Don't doubt yourself": Dhruv Jurel reveals advice that he received from MS Dhoni

New Delhi | January 31, 2024 9:53:49 PM IST

Young wicketkeeper batter Dhruv Jurel opened up about the batting advice he got from former India captain MS Dhoni. ... read..

"Need to be patient with them": Batting coach Vikram Rathour backs India's misfiring batters ahead of 2nd Test

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | January 31, 2024 8:53:53 PM IST

India batting coach Vikram Rathour backed Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer who have struggled to put runs on the board recently ahead of the second Test against England. ... read..

Gunasekara, Rathnayake get maiden call-up for Test against Afghanistan

New Delhi | January 31, 2024 7:55:07 PM IST

Sri Lanka's uncapped pacers Chamika Gunasekara and Milan Rathnayake have been included in the squad for the one-off Test against Afghanistan which will kick off on Friday. ... read..

All-rounders Mitchell Marsh, Ashleigh Gardner bag top honours at Australian Cricket Awards

Melbourne | January 31, 2024 7:55:01 PM IST

Australia all-rounder Mitchell Marsh was named the Allan Border Medalist at the 2024 Australian Cricket Awards on Wednesday while Ashleigh Gardner bagged the Belinda Clark Award. ... read..

National Rowing C'ship: Madhya Pradesh women dominate; Manipur, Kerala give strong fight

Pune (Maharashtra) | January 31, 2024 7:54:45 PM IST

Hosts Services Sports Control Board men and Madhya Pradesh women set the pace by booking themselves berths in the next round on the opening day of action in the 41st Senior and 25th Open Sprint National Rowing Championship at the Army Rowing Node situated ... read..

KIYG gold medallist Janvi's training module includes playing shankh, grooving on DJ music

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | January 31, 2024 7:54:31 PM IST

While Janvi was waiting for her girl's 61kg final wrestling bout against Delhi's Yashita in the Khelo India Youth Games 2023 at the Rajarathinam stadium here, her coach Ajmer Malik gave her few tips on how to shoot good images on a mobile phone and prompt ... read..

Fans in Patna have boosted our performance: Patna Pirates' head coach Narender Redhu

Kolkata (West Bengal) | January 31, 2024 6:53:53 PM IST

The Patna Pirates registered a massive 32-20 victory over Gujarat Giants to move to the fourth spot in the Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 points table. The Pirates have been unbeaten in their last four matches. ... read..

Ollie Pope secures career-high Test ranking after England's victory against India

Dubai | January 31, 2024 6:53:46 PM IST

England batter Ollie Pope reached a new career-high rating following his match-winning performance in the first Test against India in Hyderabad. ... read..

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