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Ben Stokes brands England's triumph in first Test over India as their "greatest victory"

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 28, 2024 8:53:08 PM IST

Test skipper Ben Stokes named England's first Test triumph over India on Sunday in Hyderabad as their "greatest victory." ... read..

"He has never been to the NCA in his career": Rohit Sharma on Virat Kohli

New Delhi | January 28, 2024 8:53:03 PM IST

India skipper Rohit Sharma showered praises on Virat Kohli and said that the youngsters in the squad have a lot to learn from him since the former India captain has "never been to the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in his career". ... read..

"She is the standout player": Nasser Hussain applauds Nat Sciver-Brunt ahead of Women's T20 WC 2024

New Delhi | January 28, 2024 8:52:53 PM IST

Former England skipper Nasser Hussain talked about star all-rounder Nat Sciver Brunt's momentous performance in 2023. ... read..

"Hard to pinpoint where...": India skipper Rohit Sharma's take on first Test defeat

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 28, 2024 8:52:51 PM IST

India skipper Rohit Sharma stated that it was hard to pinpoint the moment when the momentum shifted towards England in the first Test. ... read..

Pope's blitz, Harltey's magic inspires England to 28-run victory over India in opening Test

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 28, 2024 7:52:39 PM IST

After Ollie Pope's blitzkrieg, debutant Tom Hartley's spin inspired England to a 28-run victory in the opening Test against India at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Sunday. ... read..

"Best winning spell I have seen": Roach hails Joseph's match-winning performance in AUS-WI 2nd Test

Brisbane | January 28, 2024 7:52:36 PM IST

Following West Indies' historic 8-run win over Australia at the Gabba in Brisbane on Sunday, the Caribbean pacer Kemar Roach heaped praise on Shamar Joseph's stellar bowling spell of 7/68 in 11.5 overs and called it the "best" he has ever seen.While speak ... read..

"Words can't describe the feeling": Joshua Da Silva on WI's memorable win over AUS in 2nd Test

Brisbane | January 28, 2024 7:52:28 PM IST

Following a victory against Australia in the second Test match on Sunday, West Indies wicketkeeper-batter Joshua Da Silva said that he is feeling phenomenal. ... read..

Rafael Nadal congratulates Rohan Bopanna on Australian Open triumph

New Delhi | January 28, 2024 7:52:27 PM IST

Ace Tennis player Rafael Nadal congratulated India's Rohan Bopanna after winning the Australian Open Men's Doubles final. ... read..

Australian Open: Sinner stuns Medvedev with remarkable comeback to clinch maiden Grand Slam

Melbourne | January 28, 2024 7:52:25 PM IST

Italy's Jannik Sinner produced a spectacle in the men's singles final of the Australian Open with a stunning comeback win against Daniil Medvedev to clinch his maiden title at Rod Laver Arena on Sunday. ... read..

KIYG 2023: Weightlifter Jyoshna rises from poverty in remote Odisha village to shatter national record

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | January 28, 2024 6:53:10 PM IST

A few months ago, Commonwealth Games gold medallist weightlifter K Ravi Kumar was supposed to reach Jyoshna Sabar's village around 11am. But it was evening then and he had still not been able to find his way through this mountainous, forested region of Od ... read..

Kraigg Brathwaite showers praise on Shamar Joseph, calls him "superstar"

Brisbane | January 28, 2024 6:53:03 PM IST

West Indies skipper Kraigg Brathwaite on Sunday praised young pacer Shamar Joseph and called him a "superstar". ... read..

"Something Gill could incorporate into his batting": Manjrekar on Ollie Pope's blistering knock

New Delhi | January 28, 2024 5:53:11 PM IST

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar said that India batter Shubman Gill should incorporate what Ollie Pope did using his front foot to good effect. ... read..

Rhythm, Ujjwal win mixed team pistol gold

Cairo | January 28, 2024 5:52:57 PM IST

India picked up their first gold of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun stage in Cairo, Egypt, when Rhythm Sangwan and Ujjwal combined to defeat the Armenian pair of Elmira Karapetyan and Benik Khlghatyan 17-7 ... read..

"Wasn't even coming out to ground this morning": West Indies match-winner Shamar Joseph

Brisbane | January 28, 2024 5:52:51 PM IST

West Indies match-winner Shamar Joseph was in doubt to feature in the fourth day of the second Test against Australia on Sunday at The Gabba. ... read..

"We weren't good enough," says Cummins after Australia's 8-run loss against Windies

Brisbane | January 28, 2024 4:52:56 PM IST

Following Australia's 8-run defeat against West Indies in the second Test match at the Gabba in Brisbane on Sunday, Aussie skipper Pat Cummins said that the hosts were not good enough. ... read..

"Next tournament gonna be Dubai, Indian Wells and Miami": Bopanna set future goals following AUS Open win

New Delhi | January 28, 2024 3:53:34 PM IST

After winning the 2024 Australian Open men's doubles title on Saturday, Indian tennis player Rohan Bopanna on Sunday set his future goals and said that the next tournaments are the Dubai Tennis Championship, Indian Wells and Miami Open. ... read..

Joseph's seven-wicket haul powers Windies to seal win over Australia at Gabba after 27 years

Brisbane | January 28, 2024 3:53:20 PM IST

Shamar Joseph's seven-wicket haul helped West Indies to make history at the Gabba as they defeated Australia by 8 runs in the second Test match on Sunday in Brisbane. ... read..

India end the second session at 95/3 at Tea in Hyderabad (Day 04, Tea)

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 28, 2024 3:53:11 PM IST

India stand at 95/3 after the end of the second session against England at tea in the first Test match on day four at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Sunday. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar congratulates Rohan Bopanna-Matthew Ebden following Australian Open win

New Delhi | January 28, 2024 2:52:41 PM IST

External Affairs Minister of India S Jaishankar wished Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden on Sunday for winning the 2024 Australian Open men's doubles title as a team on Saturday. ... read..

Pope's 196 put England in driver's seat, India need 231 runs to win 1st Test (Day 04, Lunch)

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 28, 2024 1:53:12 PM IST

Ollie Pope's 196-run knock helped England to take an advantage as the visitors scored 420 runs at lunch on day 04 at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Sunday. Meanwhile, India need 231 runs to win the first Test match. ... read..

Australian Foreign Minister congratulates Rohan Bopanna-Matthew Ebden following AUS Open win

Melbourne | January 28, 2024 11:51:57 AM IST

Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong on Sunday congratulated Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden for winning the 2024 Australian Open men's doubles title as a team on Saturday. ... read..

"It was hard for us": Real coach on 2-1 win over Las Palmas in La Liga

New Delhi | January 28, 2024 10:51:45 AM IST

Following Real Madrid's 1-2 win over Las Palmas on Saturday at Gran Canaria Stadium in Las Palmas, Los Blancos manager Carlo Ancelotti said that it was hard for them to clinch the victory. ... read..

"It's a very tough decision": NZ coach on picking Ravindra over Nicholls for Test series vs Proteas

Wellington | January 28, 2024 9:52:21 AM IST

New Zealand head coach Gary Stead opened up on picking Rachin Ravindra over Henry Nicholls for the forthcoming home Test series against South Africa and said that it was a "very tough decision". ... read..

Xavi Hernandez to step down as FC Barcelona manager at end of current season

New Delhi | January 28, 2024 8:51:51 AM IST

In a surprising turn of events, FC Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez on Sunday decided to step down from his role at the end of the ongoing 2023-2024 season. ... read..

Rohan Bopanna, Matthew Ebden pair clinch maiden Australian Open men's doubles title

Melbourne | January 27, 2024 7:23:30 PM IST

The second seeds, Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden produced a masterclass performance at the Rod Laver Arena to clinch their maiden Australian Open men's doubles title as a team on Saturday. ... read..

Indian team gears up for inaugural FIH Hockey5s Men's World Cup, to face Switzerland in campaign opener

Muscat | January 27, 2024 6:22:43 PM IST

The Indian men's team is all set for action in the inaugural edition of the FIH Hockey 5s Men's World Cup, scheduled to take place in Muscat, Oman. ... read..

IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Ollie Pope's 148 leads England's spirited fightback on Day 3, visitors take 126-run lead (Stumps)

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 27, 2024 6:22:28 PM IST

Ollie Pope's counter-attacking century and a 112-run stand with Ben Foakes helped England claw back after Jasprit Bumrah and Ravichandran Ashwin's tremendous spells left visitors frustrated on the third day of the ongoing first Test match here at Rajiv Ga ... read..

Aryna Sabalenka dominates Zheng Qinwen to defend Australian Open crown

Melbourne | January 27, 2024 5:22:26 PM IST

The No. 2 seed, Aryna Sabalenka on Saturday defended her Australian Open crown to clinch a second Grand Slam trophy, overpowering Zheng Qinwen 6-3, 6-2 in the women's singles final at the Rod Laver Arena. ... read..

IND vs ENG: England end the second session at 172/5 at Tea in Hyderabad (Day 03, Tea)

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 27, 2024 4:23:40 PM IST

England stand at 172/5 against India after the end of the second session at tea break in the first Test match on day three at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Saturday. ... read..

England players might face tough choice as WPL clashes with NZ T20Is

New Delhi | January 27, 2024 3:23:23 PM IST

England Women's Cricket Team might have to choose between country or franchise cricket, as the knockout rounds of the Women's Premier League (WPL) clash with the five-match T20I series against New Zealand. ... read..

McKenzie, Athanaze shine as Windies dominate over Australia in 2nd Test (Day 03, Dinner)

Brisbane | January 27, 2024 2:22:54 PM IST

Kirk McKenzie and Alick Athanaze shined as West Indies kept dominating over Australia at dinner on day three of the second Test at The Gabba in Brisbane on Saturday. ... read..

India in driver's seat with 101 runs lead against England (Day 03, Lunch)

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 27, 2024 1:22:29 PM IST

India in the driver's seat against England with 101 runs lead at lunch on day three at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Saturday. ... read..

"I would have played Anderson": Nasser Hussain on England's bowling attack against India in 1st Test

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 27, 2024 12:24:16 PM IST

Ahead of day three of the first Test between India and England on Saturday, former English cricketer Nasser Hussain said that he would have played legendary pacer James Anderson since he can bring balance to the bowling attack. ... read..

"Hoping for Jadeja's hundred": Fans ahead of day 3 of IND-ENG 1st Test

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 27, 2024 11:22:14 AM IST

Ahead of day 3 of the first Test match between India and England on Saturday at Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad, fans hoped that Ravindra Jadeja would make a century. ... read..

Playing under K Bhaskaran in PKL feels special: Bengal Warriors defender Aditya Shinde

New Delhi | January 27, 2024 10:24:33 AM IST

The Bengal Warriors have been in great form in the ongoing Pro Kabaddi League (PKL), with three straight wins, including a win in the 1000th match of the league at the Sawai Mansingh Indoor Stadium in Jaipur on January 15. ... read..

"It's quite surprising": Carlo Ancelotti reacts to Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool departure

New Delhi | January 27, 2024 10:24:20 AM IST

Following Jurgen Klopp's decision to step down from his role at the end of the ongoing 2023/24 season, Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti said that it was quite surprising. ... read..

France to back any bid for Olympics by India, says French President Emmanuel Macron

New Delhi | January 27, 2024 9:24:36 AM IST

French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday assured India that the hosts of the 2024 Olympics will back them to organize the multi-sport event in the country in the near future. ... read..

In day of underdogs, Djokovic falls to Sinner and Windies take fight to Aussies; batters put India on top against England

New Delhi | January 27, 2024 2:21:52 AM IST

It was a day for an underdog to come out all guns blazing against a fancied opponent in Melbourne and eventually prevail while in neighbouring Brisbane, South Australia, a visiting cricket team showed spine after being humbled in the opening Test but fail ... read..

"Would have been a different game": Roach reflects on freak bail incident involving Carey

Brisbane | January 27, 2024 12:22:55 AM IST

Giving his take on a bizarre on-field incident on Day 2 of the ongoing second Test with Australia at the Gabba, in which a bail remained unmoved even after being shaded by the ball; West Indies speedster Kemar Roach said a wicket at that juncture would ha ... read..

"Never thought would reach such a level": Purnima Mahato after being honoured with Padma Shri

Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) | January 27, 2024 12:22:52 AM IST

Archery coach Purnima Mahato expressed her delight after she was conferred with Padma Shri. ... read..

No striker in January for Manchester United, confirms head coach Erik Ten Hag

Manchester | January 26, 2024 11:23:48 PM IST

Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag on Friday confirmed that the club won't be signing a striker in the January transfer window due to Financial Fair Play (FFP) restrictions. ... read..

India women's hockey team storm into semi-final with dominant victory over New Zealand

Muscat | January 26, 2024 11:23:47 PM IST

The Indian women's team was absolutely dominant in their 11-1 win over New Zealand in the quarter-finals of the FIH Hockey5s Women's World Cup 2024. India will next play South Africa in the semi-final on January 26. ... read..

England's woes increase as Jack Leach suffers from knee injury

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 26, 2024 11:23:36 PM IST

England's spin-bowling coach, Jeetan Patel, revealed that left-arm spinner Jack Leach aggravated his knee injury during the second day of the first Test against India on Friday here in Hyderabad. ... read..

No regrets but a learning curve for Jaiswal after he missed a ton against England

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 26, 2024 10:23:14 PM IST

India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal didn't let missing out on a century in his debut home Test dwell on him, instead, he is looking to use it as a learning curve. ... read..

KIYG 2023: Dominant Yashvardhan Singh shows why he is rated so highly in boxing world

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | January 26, 2024 10:23:12 PM IST

As Yashvardhan Singh proudly displayed his gold medal at the Khelo India Youth Games 2023, his father Satyajeet watched from side-lines. While proud of his son's achievement, he is quick to point out that these are mere baby steps in a long journey. ... read..

Winning Australian Open 2024 will be dream come true: Rohan Bopanna

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 26, 2024 9:24:04 PM IST

Rohan Bopanna aced a serve to clinch the third set and book a place in men's doubles of the Australian Open 2024 final. ... read..

Indian women's hockey team topples New Zealand; to face South Africa in semis

Muscat | January 26, 2024 9:23:58 PM IST

The Indian Women's Team was dominant in their 11-1 win over New Zealand in the Quarter-Finals of the FIH Hockey5s Women's World Cup 2024. ... read..

Rahul opens up about his time in middle order, outlines India's plan for Day 2 of 1st Test

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 26, 2024 8:22:17 PM IST

India opener, KL Rahul talked about his experience of playing in the middle order following his blitzkrieg against England on Day 2 of the opening Test. ... read..

Shoaib Malik reveals reason behind his sudden departure from Bangladesh Premier League

New Delhi | January 26, 2024 8:21:51 PM IST

Pakistan all-rounder Shoaib Malik revealed the reason behind his abrupt departure from the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) after playing just three games for Fortune Barishal. ... read..

Jadeja's surge puts India in commanding position of 1st Test against England (Day 2, Stumps)

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 26, 2024 7:22:56 PM IST

Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel made England spinners toil hard in the third session, giving India a complete at the end of Day 2 of the first Test at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Friday. ... read..

Joseph, Roach's spell sets up perfect Day 3 for 2nd Test between Australia, West Indies (Day 2, Stumps)

Brisbane | January 26, 2024 7:22:54 PM IST

Inspirational spells from Alzarri Joseph and Kemar Roach ensured West Indies ended the second day on a positive note against Australia in the second Test at the Gabba on Friday. ... read..

ndian-Americans Theegala, Bhatia make cut at Farmers Insurance Open on PGA TOUR

San Diego | January 26, 2024 7:22:52 PM IST

Sahith Theegala finished birdie-birdie to ensure the cut at the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines Golf Course on Thursday. ... read..

Indian-Americans Theegala, Bhatia make cut at Farmers Insurance Open on PGA TOUR

San Diego | January 26, 2024 7:22:51 PM IST

Sahith Theegala finished birdie-birdie to ensure the cut at the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines Golf Course on Thursday. ... read..

AIFF Technical Committee recommends L Chaoba Devi as head coach of India senior women's team

New Delhi | January 26, 2024 7:22:42 PM IST

The All India Football Federation's Technical Committee met virtually on Thursday to recommend the names of the coaching staff of the Indian Senior Women's Team. ... read..

Kalinga Super Cup: Diego Mauricio's spot kick gives Odisha FC final spot

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | January 26, 2024 7:22:38 PM IST

Holders Odisha FC took another step towards defending their Kalinga Super Cup crown beating Mumbai City FC 1-0 in an ill-tempered yet action-packed semi-final on Thursday. They will face East Bengal in the final on Sunday. ... read..

World Table Tennis Star Contender 2024: India's Manav-Manush enter quarters

Mapusa (Goa) | January 26, 2024 6:22:50 PM IST

The young Indian duo of Manav Thakkar and Manush Shah sailed into the men's doubles quarter-finals of the WTT Star Contender Goa 2024 with a comfortable victory over Pang Yew En Koen and Avatar Quek Izaac of Indonesia at the Peddem Indoor Stadium in Mapus ... read..

Jurgen Klopp to step down as Liverpool manager at end of current season

Liverpool | January 26, 2024 6:22:41 PM IST

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has decided to step down from his role at the end of the ongoing 2023/24 season. ... read..

PKL: UP Yoddhas eye win against Dabang Delhi to keep playoff hopes alive

Patna (Bihar) | January 26, 2024 6:22:36 PM IST

UP Yoddhas are aiming for a win in their reverse fixture against Dabang Delhi KC in match 92 of Pro Kabaddi League Season 10, which will be played here at the Patliputra Indoor Stadium. The team from Delhi got the better of the Yoddhas 25-35 when the two ... read..

ILT20 is only going to get bigger and bigger: Waqar Younis

Dubai | January 26, 2024 5:22:41 PM IST

Lauding the ILT20's popularity in the Gulf, legendary fast bowler Waqar Younis shared his thoughts on the league's growth, and the UAE team's upward trajectory and the impact of well-known players in the tournament. ... read..

Race to Playoffs is about finding momentum at right time: AB de Villiers

Johannesburg | January 26, 2024 5:22:32 PM IST

Former Proteas star, AB de Villiers, believes the race to the SA20 finish line will be determined by the team that peaks at the right time. As the League enters into the crucial second half, all six teams have it all to play for to cement their places in ... read..

From being asked to quit to winning KIYG 2023 gold, MP middle-distance runner Vikas Bind comes a long way

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | January 26, 2024 3:23:31 PM IST

Just under a year ago, Vikas Kumar Bind's coach was so frustrated with his results that he asked the youngster to pack his bags and go home. The 18-year-old was finding it difficult to pace himself in races and was finishing outside the top 10. ... read..

India vs England, 1st Test: Visitors claw back after Rahul, Jadeja help hosts take lead (Tea, Day 2)

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 26, 2024 3:23:05 PM IST

After KL Rahul put India in the driver's seat with his belligerent 86, England bowlers led the fightback for the visitors on the second day of the ongoing first Test here at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Friday. ... read..

KIYG 2023: Tamil Nadu twins who travelled 85km to train on synthetic track makes journey count

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | January 26, 2024 3:22:58 PM IST

Covering a considerable distance to meet their goals is nothing new to Tamil Nadu twins Ansilin M and Akslin M. The 18-year-olds from the coastal village of Karankadu in Kanyakumari district travel 25 kms one way twice a week just to get a chance to train ... read..

Indian shooters set to fire in Olympic year's first ISSF World Cup

New Delhi | January 26, 2024 2:22:26 PM IST

A mega 49-member Indian Shooting squad is set to fire their first bullets as the Olympic year's International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun stage gets set to begin in Cairo, Egypt. The air pistol shooters go first with bo ... read..

"May we continue to prosper more every year": Sachin Tendulkar and others extend wishes on Republic Day

New Delhi | January 26, 2024 2:22:24 PM IST

As India celebrates its 75th Republic Day on Friday, Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar and several sports personalities took to social media platforms to share their patriotic feelings on the occasion. ... read..

Australian Open: Sinner dominates top seed Djokovic in dramatic semis, reaches first Grand Slam final

Melbourne | January 26, 2024 2:22:04 PM IST

In a dramatic and simply incredible semifinal clash at Merlbourne's Rod Laver Arena, 22-year-old Jannik Sinner defeated top seed and 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic to seal his place in the Australia Open final. ... read..

ILT20: Billings, Raza lead Dubai Capitals to spectacular run-chase win over Abu Dhabi Knight Riders

Dubai | January 26, 2024 2:21:55 PM IST

Dubai Capitals' Sam Billings and Sikandar Raza produced a clinical run chase to register a five-wicket win over Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the eighth match of the ILT20 season 2 at the Dubai International Stadium. ... read..

India vs England, 1st Test: KL Rahul's 50 puts hosts in firm control after early blows on Day 2 (Lunch)

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 26, 2024 1:23:14 PM IST

Joe Root and Tom Hartley struck in the opening session to lead England's fightback but KL Rahul's fifty put India in solid control on Day 2 in the ongoing first Test here at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Friday. ... read..

Cricket West Indies, WIPA sign MoU to commit towards gender pay equity

Kingston | January 26, 2024 1:22:46 PM IST

In a groundbreaking development, Cricket West Indies (CWI) and the West Indies Players' Association (WIPA) on Friday signed a new four-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), solidifying their commitment to promoting gender pay equity within West Indies c ... read..

Hsieh Su-wei, Jan Zielinski pair win Australian Open mixed doubles title

Melbourne | January 26, 2024 12:22:06 PM IST

Hsieh Su-wei and Jan Zielinski scripted an epic comeback to claim the Australian Open mixed doubles title, outlasting No.2 seeds Desirae Krawczyk and Neal Skupski on Friday in Melbourne. ... read..

"Everyone took some really great strides": Ellyse Perry keen to expand T20 gains during South Africa tour

Sydney | January 26, 2024 11:23:37 AM IST

Australia's star all-rounder Ellyse Perry, keen to build on their T20 success in their upcoming South Africa tour after her team's successful white-ball campaign in India, said Australia is making good progress towards achieving their ideal approach to T2 ... read..

Indian sports fraternity extends Republic Day greetings to the country

New Delhi | January 26, 2024 11:23:07 AM IST

India is celebrating its 75th Republic Day and sportspersons from across the country took to X to extend greetings on the occasion. ... read..

Disability Cricket Team of England expresses gratitude to BCCI Secretary Jay Shah for organizing five-match series with India

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | January 26, 2024 9:23:04 AM IST

The Disability Cricket Team of England and officials expressed gratitude to The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Jay Shah for supporting the cause of Differently Abled cricket and extending his help in organizing the five-match T20 s ... read..

New Zealand name full-strength Test squad against South Africa, Kane Williamson returns

Wellington | January 26, 2024 9:23:01 AM IST

Star batter Rachin Ravindra is all set to feature in his maiden Test at home since 2022 after New Zealand Cricket included his name in Balckcap's Test squad against South Africa. ... read..

Manchester City sign Claudio Echeverri from River Plate

Manchester | January 26, 2024 4:23:03 AM IST

One of the top clubs in English football, Manchester City has signed youngster Claudio Echeverri from River Plate for a fee of around 12.5m plus add-ons. ... read..

India's star Tennis player Rohan Bopanna among seven sportspersons honoured with Padma Shri

New Delhi | January 26, 2024 2:22:27 AM IST

India's star tennis player and men's doubles World No. 1 Rohan Bopanna, squash player Joshna Chinappa and former field hockey player Harbinder Singh are honoured with the Padma Shri award, the Centre announced on Thursday. ... read..

Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu named ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of the Year

New Delhi | January 26, 2024 12:23:52 AM IST

Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu on Thursday was named the International Cricket Council (ICC) Women's ODI Cricketer of the Year following her stellar performance in the 50-over format in 2023. ... read..

Australia's world-cup winning captain Pat Cummins named ICC Men's Cricketer of the Year

Dubai | January 26, 2024 12:23:47 AM IST

Australia's World Cup-winning captain Pat Cummins clinched the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for the ICC Men's Cricketer of the Year 2023. ... read..

"They are all nice things to tick off": Mitchell Starc after crossing 350 Test wickets landmark

Brisbane | January 26, 2024 12:23:27 AM IST

Australia left-arm seamer Mitchell Starc opines that it was "humbled" to surpass 350 Test wickets during the second Test of the two-match series against West Indies at The Gabba on Thursday. ... read..

ILT20: MI Emirates skittle out Abu Dhabi Knight Riders for 95 runs to record 9-wicket win

Abu Dhabi | January 26, 2024 12:23:19 AM IST

Through an enthralling display of bowling prowess, MI Emirates skittled out Abu Dhabi Knight Riders for 95 runs in 14.1 overs to record a resounding nine-wicket win in the sixth match of the ILT20 Season 2 at the Zayed Cricket Stadium. ... read..

Living her mother's dream, record-breaking Kerala shot-putter Anupriya VS making a mark in junior circuit

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | January 25, 2024 9:22:59 PM IST

Anupriya VS's mother Rajani was keen on making a career as a shot-putter in her younger days but had to abandon her dream due to a lack of family support. But once she saw her daughter also taking a keen interest in sports, she encouraged the then 14-year ... read..

Hodge, Joshua's record stand pulls West Indies out of misery against Australia in 2nd Test (Day 1, Stumps)

Brisbane | January 25, 2024 9:22:43 PM IST

Kavem Hodge and Joshua Da Silva's 149-run stand pulled West Indies out of a dire situation on Day 1 of the second Test against Australia at the Gabba. ... read..

"An absolute honour," India's 'Golden Boy' Neeraj Chopra after meeting Swiss tennis icon Roger Federer

New Delhi | January 25, 2024 9:22:36 PM IST

India's 'Golden Boy' Neeraj Chopra met with Swiss legend Roger Federer in Zurich, Switzerland. ... read..

Simon Doull excited about development of ILT20

Dubai | January 25, 2024 9:22:34 PM IST

The second season of the ILT20 is up and running with plenty of action and fireworks. Former New Zealand cricketer and now commentator Simon Doull is excited about being a part of a star-studded commentary panel for the tournament. Simon is full of praise ... read..

Sumit Nagal to lead India's challenge at Bengaluru Open

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 25, 2024 7:22:48 PM IST

Sumit Nagal, who made his presence felt at the Australian Open by knocking out world number 27 Alexander Bublik, will present a strong Indian challenge at the Bengaluru Open, starting February 10. ... read..

Usman Khawaja beats Ashwin, Head to win ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year

Dubai | January 25, 2024 7:22:47 PM IST

Australia's opening batter Usman Khawaja on Thursday was named as the ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year for 2023. ... read..

Jaiswal's 76* puts India on firm saddle in first innings, England bowled out for 246

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 25, 2024 6:23:23 PM IST

Yashasvi Jaiswal made England spinners dance to his tune and put India in the driver's seat on the first day of the first Test being played here at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. ... read..

ILT20: Hasaranga, Afridi, Azam help Desert Vipers conquer Gulf Giants

Dubai | January 25, 2024 4:22:47 PM IST

Shaheen Afridi's deadly spell of three wickets for 22 runs and breezy knocks from Wanindu Hasaranga and Azam Khan guided Desert Vipers to a six-wicket win over defending champions Gulf Giants in the seventh match of the ILT20 Season 2 at the Dubai Interna ... read..

Indian team leaves for FIH Hockey5s Men's World Cup 2024

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 25, 2024 3:24:48 PM IST

Setting off from Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) in Bengaluru on Thursday morning, the Indian Men's Hockey Team embarked on their journey to Muscat, Oman, for the inaugural edition of the FIH Hockey5s Men's World Cup. ... read..

IND vs ENG: England end the first session at 108/3 at lunch in Hyderabad (Day 01, Lunch)

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 25, 2024 3:24:44 PM IST

England stand at 108/3 against India after the end of the first session at lunch break in the first Test match on Thursday. ... read..

KIYG 2023: Rajasthan's Vimla Machra overcomes memories of earlier fall to win Keirin gold

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | January 25, 2024 3:24:43 PM IST

Rajasthan's Vimla Machra was barely smiling despite dominating the girls' Keirin race at the Cycling Velodrome in TNPESU complex to win the gold medal. The teenager was quite conscious of her broken tooth and had been told by her father to skip the event. ... read..

SA20: Paarl Royals remain on top of table depsite Miller's absence

Johannesburg | January 25, 2024 3:24:32 PM IST

The Paarl Royals withstood the absence of their injured captain, David Miller, to entrench their position at the top of the SA20 table at the Wanderers on Wednesday. ... read..

KIYG 2023: Bihar farmer's daughter Durga Singh runs into record books with 1500m gold

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | January 25, 2024 3:24:22 PM IST

As a child obsessed with sports, Durga Singh would run in the wide open spaces around the fields in her remote village of Belwa Thakurai in Gopalganj district of Bihar. In an area with little sporting background, Durga's father Shambhu Sharan Singh, a whe ... read..

U19 World Cup: Ireland win toss, decide to field first against India

Bloemfontein | January 25, 2024 3:24:04 PM IST

Philippus le Roux's Ireland won the toss and decided to field first against Uday Saharan-led India in the U19 World Cup 2024 at Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein on Thursday. ... read..

Hockey India names 40-member core probable group for Junior National Coaching Camp

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 25, 2024 3:23:35 PM IST

Hockey India on Thursday announced a 40-player core probable group for the upcoming Junior Men's National Coaching Camp set to commence on January 29, 2024, at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) facility in Bengaluru. The selection of this new core group ... read..

WTT Star Contender 2024: India's Nithya Mani qualifies for main draw

Mapusa (Goa) | January 25, 2024 3:23:22 PM IST

India's Nithya Mani qualified for the main draw of the ongoing WTT Star Contender Goa 2024 after winning her final qualifying round match on Wednesday at the Peddem Indoor Stadium in Mapusa, Goa. ... read..

Australia's Mitchell Starc picks 350 wickets in Test cricket

Brisbane | January 25, 2024 3:23:13 PM IST

Star Aussie pacer Mitchell Starc completed 350 wickets in Test cricket during the second long-format match between Australia and West Indies on Thursday at The Gabba in Brisbane. ... read..

IND vs ENG: England end the second session at 215/8 at Tea in Hyderabad (Day 01, Tea)

Hyderabad (Telangana) | January 25, 2024 3:23:03 PM IST

England stand at 215/8 against India after the end of the second session at tea break in the first Test match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Thursday. ... read..

Patna Pirates set to play their home leg matches of season 10 after 4 years

Patna (Bihar) | January 25, 2024 3:23:00 PM IST

Patna Pirates, three-time Pro Kabaddi League champions, will be playing their season 10 home fixture matches from 26th January till 31st January 2024 at Patliputra Sports Complex in Patna. ... read..

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