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NZ's Mitchell Santner to miss first T20I against Pakistan, tests positive for COVID-19

Auckland | January 12, 2024 11:52:34 AM IST

New Zealand all-rounder Mitchell Santner will not be featuring in the first T20I of the five-match series against Pakistan on Friday after being tested positive for COVID-19. ... read..

SL's Wanindu Hasaranga secures fifth-best bowling figures during eight-wicket win over Zimbabwe

Colombo | January 12, 2024 11:52:21 AM IST

Sri Lanka spin sensation Wanindu Hasaranga took 7/19 in his return to international cricket as Sri Lanka beat Zimbabwe by 8 wickets in the rain-affected third ODI on Thursday. ... read..

Kalinga Super Cup: Chennaiyin FC play out 1-1 draw with Punjab FC

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | January 12, 2024 11:52:03 AM IST

Jordan Murray pounced on a perfect cross from Connor Shields to score a goal late in the second half as Chennaiyin FC played out a 1-1 draw with Punjab FC in their first Group C match of the ongoing Kalinga Super Cup 2024 at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubane ... read..

SA20: Klaasen's explosive knock helps DSG secure 11-run win over MICT

Durban | January 12, 2024 10:52:05 AM IST

Heinrich Klaasen and Ryan Rickelton produced sizzling performances for Durban Super Giants and MI Cape Town respectively to get SA20 Season 2 underway in thrilling fashion at Kingsmead on Thursday evening. ... read..

Ultimate Kho Kho: Chennai Quick Guns, Gujarat Giants book title clash

Cuttack (Odisha) | January 12, 2024 10:51:42 AM IST

Chennai Quick Guns reached the final of Ultimate Kho Kho Season 2 with a 31-29 victory over Telugu Yoddhas in the second semifinal at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Cuttack on Thursday. They will take on Gujarat Giants, who beat defending champions Odish ... read..

"He can achieve anything": Clive Llyod on Virat crossing Sachin's 100 centuries in international cricket

Kolkata (West Bengal) | January 12, 2024 10:51:40 AM IST

Former West Indies skipper Clive Llyod on Friday said that star India batter Virat Kohli can achieve anything he wants, including breaking Sachin Tendulkar's record of 100 international cricket centuries. ... read..

Australia confirm T20I and ODI squads for South Africa series

Melbourne | January 12, 2024 9:51:51 AM IST

The Cricket Australia national selection panel has named an unchanged squad for the upcoming women's multi-format series against South Africa. ... read..

India defeat Afghanistan by six wickets in first T20I, Shivam Dube scores 60

Mohali (Punjab) | January 11, 2024 11:52:40 PM IST

A half-century by Shivam Dube and a cameo by Jitesh Sharma helped India secure a six-wicket win over Afghanistan in the first T20I of the three-match series at Mohali on Thursday. ... read..

"We were surprised": Shaheen Afridi opens up about low speeds in Test series against Australia

Auckland | January 11, 2024 11:52:38 PM IST

Pakistan T20I skipper and star pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi blamed his side's underwhelming pace bowling during the recently concluded Test series against Australia on speed guns, saying that his side wondered if they would not go beyond a certain mark. ... read..

"We were 13-15 runs short, have to improve fielding": Afghanistan skipper Zadran after loss to India

Mohali (Punjab) | January 11, 2024 11:51:59 PM IST

Following his side's six-wicket loss to India in the first T20I, Afghanistan skipper Ibrahim Zadran said that his side was at least 15 runs short and that the side has to improve its fielding too. ... read..

"Batting at number four was pressure....": Dube after India's win over Afghanistan

Mohali (Punjab) | January 11, 2024 11:51:57 PM IST

Following his side's six-wicket win over Afghanistan in the first T20I, Indian all-rounder Shivam Dube said that batting at number four was pressurising for him but still stuck to his style of cricket. ... read..

240 players from 12 states to participate in Yuva Kabaddi Series Winter Edition 2023

New Delhi | January 11, 2024 10:52:58 PM IST

Budding Kabaddi talents are ready to showcase their high-flying moves in the seventh edition of the revolutionary Yuva Kabaddi Series 2023, with the Winter Edition scheduled to take place from January 12 to February 7 at the Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium in ... read..

Malaysia Open: Satwiksairaj-Chirag move to quaterfinals in men's doubles

Kuala Lumpur | January 11, 2024 9:51:57 PM IST

Asian Games champion men's doubles duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty reached the quarterfinals of the ongoing Malaysia Open badminton tournament in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday. ... read..

Asian Shooting Championships 2024: Rhythm Sangwan secures Paris Olympic quota for India in women's 25 m pistol

Jakarta | January 11, 2024 9:51:49 PM IST

Shooter Rhythm Sanhwan secured another Paris Olympics 2024 quota for India, clinching a bronze medal in women's 25-meter pistol event at the ongoing Asian Shooting Championship in Jakarta, Indonesia, on Thursday. ... read..

Nabi, Omarzai partnership guides Afghanistan to 158/5 against India in 1st T20I

Mohali (Punjab) | January 11, 2024 9:51:45 PM IST

An explosive knock by Mohammed Nabi and cameos by Azmatullah Omarzai and Najibullah Zadran helped Afghanistan reach a solid total of 158/5 at the end of 20 overs in the first T20I against India at Mohali on Thursday. ... read..

Open Talent Hunt Programme a big opportunity for boxers to make impact on national scene, says BFI Secretary General Kalita

New Delhi | January 11, 2024 9:51:36 PM IST

With an aim to discover and nurture India's next boxing heroes, the Boxing Federation of India (BFI), along with Rural Electrification Corporation (REC) Limited, leading Maharatna Company under the Ministry of Power, are organising the Open Talent Hunt Pr ... read..

A look at India's opponents ahead of AFC Asian Cup 2023

New Delhi | January 11, 2024 7:52:18 PM IST

India will kickstart its Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Asian Cup 2023 campaign in Qatar from January 13 onwards against Australia and this is their fifth time featuring in the tournament. ... read..

"Secret to Test cricket is....": Graeme Swann's advice to England ahead of India tour

London | January 11, 2024 7:51:58 PM IST

Former England spinner Graeme Swann had some words of advice for the English team, which will start its tour of India consisting of five Tests from January 25 onwards, recalling the team's verbal exchange with star India batter Virat Kohli, who was findin ... read..

Sports interplay ahead of Australian Open: Steve Smith tries hand at tennis, Djokovic smashes 'six'

Melbourne | January 11, 2024 7:51:47 PM IST

Ahead of the Australian Open starting on January 14, there was a sight to behold for sports lovers worldwide as Serbian tennis icon and defending champion Novak Djokovic and Australian star batter Steve Smith were seen trying their hands at each other's s ... read..

India win toss, elect to field first in 1st T20I against Afghanistan

Mohali (Punjab) | January 11, 2024 7:51:40 PM IST

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma won the toss and elected to field first in the first T20I of the three-match series against Afghanistan at Mohali on Thursday. ... read..

Kieron Pollard, Nicholas Pooran set to make SA20 debuts in high-octane DSG-MI Cape Town clash

Durban | January 11, 2024 6:52:24 PM IST

Kingsmead in Durban will play host to two of the biggest T20 stars in the world when Durban's Super Giants and MI Cape Town clash in SA20 season two on Thursday. ... read..

De Villiers terms Rohit-Virat recall for T20Is a "smart move"

Gqeberha | January 11, 2024 5:52:37 PM IST

Former South Africa batter and captain AB de Villiers has backed experienced India batters playing in the ICC T20 World Cup and said bringing Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli back for the T20Is after over a year is a "smart move". ... read..

"Definitely" have plans for Rohit, Virat: Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott

New Delhi | January 11, 2024 4:53:03 PM IST

Ahead of the 1st T20I on Thursday, Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott said that the team has a plan to deal with star Indian batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the three-match series. ... read..

David Warner set to arrive in helicopter for Sydney Thunder's (BBL) clash

Sydney | January 11, 2024 4:52:55 PM IST

Australia batter David Warner will arrive in a helicopter for Sydney Thunder's Big Bash League (BBL) clash against local rival Sydney Sixers on Friday after attending his brother's wedding, according to ESPNcricinfo. ... read..

"Preparations have been intense and professional": Italy coach Andres Mondo ahead of FIH Olympic Qualifiers

Ranchi (Jharkhand) | January 11, 2024 4:52:45 PM IST

Italy women's team coach Andres Mondo talked about the preparation of the team for their campaign opener against New Zealand on January 13 in the FIH Hockey Olympic Qualifiers 2024. ... read..

Lalremsiami shares insights on India women's hockey team preparations for Olympic Qualifiers

Ranchi (Jharkhand) | January 11, 2024 3:52:46 PM IST

Key forward of the India women's hockey team Lalremsiami has shared insights into the team's forward line preparations as they gear up for the highly anticipated FIH Olympic Qualifiers Ranchi 2024, scheduled from January 13 to 19. ... read..

Cricket Association of Nepal suspends Sandeep Lamichhane from national, international games

Kathmandu | January 11, 2024 3:52:08 PM IST

The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) suspended rape-convicted former national team captain Sandeep Lamichhane from all national and international games. ... read..

Defending champions Odisha Juggernauts face Gujarat Giants obstacle in Ultimate Kho Kho semifinal

Cuttack (Odisha) | January 11, 2024 2:52:35 PM IST

Defending champions Odisha Juggernauts will hope to keep their impressive run going when they take on Gujarat Giants in the first semifinal of Ultimate Kho Kho Season 2 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack on Thursday. ... read..

Head coach Jonathan Trott issues challenge of filling Rashid Khan's role to Afghanistan players

New Delhi | January 11, 2024 1:52:30 PM IST

Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott has said that the visitors will miss the presence of star spinner Rashid Khan during their maiden tour of India. ... read..

"I feel really fulfilled": Australia's Steve O'Keefe likely to conclude BBL career

Sydney | January 11, 2024 11:52:10 AM IST

Australia's veteran all-rounder Steve O'Keefe could play his final Big Bash League game at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday. ... read..

West Indies announce 15-member squads for white ball series against Australia

St. John's | January 11, 2024 10:52:18 AM IST

West Indies named a 15-player squads for their upcoming T20I and ODI series against Australia, which will be played from February 2 to 13. ... read..

Tom Curran's stint with Sydney Sixers end due to knee injury

Sydney | January 11, 2024 10:52:00 AM IST

England all-rounder Tom Curran's controversial Big Bash League season with the Sydney Sixers came to an end due to a knee injury. ... read..

"He has to play": Ab de Villiers on Kohli's inclusion in T20I squad

New Delhi | January 11, 2024 9:51:47 AM IST

Former South Africa star batter AB de Villiers backed India's decision to include Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the T20I squad for the Afghanistan series. ... read..

Dinesh Karthik to work with England Lions as batting consultant during India tour

London | January 10, 2024 10:52:47 PM IST

The former India wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik will spend nine days as a batting consultant with England Lions in the lead-up to their series against India A in Ahmedabad. ... read..

IS: Kerala Blasters FC sign Fedor Cernych for remainder of season

Kochi (Kerala) | January 10, 2024 10:52:39 PM IST

Indian Super League (ISL) side Kerala Blasters FC on Wednesday signed Lithuanian national team captain Fedor Cernych for the remainder of the 2023-24 season, shared Kerala Blasters FC on their social media. ... read..

Afghanistan's key spinner Rashid Khan ruled out of T20Is against India

Mohali (Punjab) | January 10, 2024 9:52:27 PM IST

Afghanistan's key leg-spinner Rashid Khan has been ruled out of three-match T20I series against India as he is recovering from back surgery. ... read..

"Proud moment for me": Indian women's kabaddi coach Kavitha Selvaraj on receiving Dhyan Chand Award

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | January 10, 2024 8:52:14 PM IST

Coach of the Indian Women's Kabaddi Team, Kavitha Selvaraj, expressed delight at being conferred the Dhyan Chand Award (Lifetime) for the glorious career she had in Kabaddi and said it was a proud moment for her. ... read..

"We're certainly opening with Rohit and Jaiswal": Rahul Dravid ahead of India's T20I clash against Afghanistan

Mohali (Punjab) | January 10, 2024 8:52:08 PM IST

Head coach Rahul Dravid said that captain Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal are India's first-choice openers for now as Men in Blue gear up for the T20I series opener against Afghanistan without the batting stalwart Virat Kohli. ... read..

ICC announces match officials for U19 Men's Cricket World Cup 2024

Dubai | January 10, 2024 7:52:50 PM IST

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday announced the lineup of Match Officials appointed for the ICC U19 Men's Cricket World Cup 2024, which will be held in South Africa from January 19 to February 11. ... read..

"People should give him a lot of credit": Sandesh Jhingan on assistant coach Mahesh Gawli

Doha | January 10, 2024 7:52:48 PM IST

The Indian defenders have won much praise in 2023, winning nine clean sheets in the year. However, the man quietly working behind the scenes was former India centre-back and current assistant coach Mahesh Gawali. ... read..

Nepal court sentences cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane to 8-year imprisonment in a rape case

Kathmandu | January 10, 2024 6:52:40 PM IST

The Nepal court on Wednesday sentenced star cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane to eight years imprisonment in a rape case. ... read..

Ind vs Afg: Virat Kohli set to miss T20I series opener due to personal reasons, confirms head coach Rahul Dravid

Mohali (Punjab) | January 10, 2024 6:52:17 PM IST

India's star batter Virat Kohli, who is making a comeback to T20I setup for the first time since the end of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2022, will miss the opener of the three-match T20I series against Afghanistan. ... read..

Delhi and Bengaluru likely to host Women's Premier League 2024

New Delhi | January 10, 2024 5:53:18 PM IST

The upcoming edition of the action-packed Women's Premier League (WPL) this year is likely to be hosted by Delhi and Bengaluru, according to a BCCI source. ... read..

David Warner likely to play T20Is against West Indies over ILT20

Sydney | January 10, 2024 4:52:20 PM IST

Australia's chair of selectors, George Bailey, believes that David Warner will play the three-match T20I series against the West Indies despite the series overlapping with the International League T20 (ILT20) tournament, where he is signed to captain the ... read..

"Purely a cricketing decision": Australia Chief Selector George Bailey on Bancroft's omission

Sydney | January 10, 2024 3:53:23 PM IST

Australia Chief Selector George Bailey ruled out any speculations around Cameron Bancroft being sidelined from the Test squad because of the 2018 ball-tampering scandal. ... read..

Hockey India announces 26-member squad for four-nation series in South Africa

New Delhi | January 10, 2024 3:53:01 PM IST

Hockey India on Wednesday announced the 26-member squad for a four-nation series in Cape Town, South Africa, starting January 22. The tournament will feature France, the Netherlands, India, and hosts South Africa. ... read..

Shreyas Iyer to play for Mumbai in Ranji Trophy 2024 ahead of England Test series

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 10, 2024 2:52:53 PM IST

Star India batter, Shreyas Iyer is set to play for Mumbai in their second round fixture of the Ranji Trophy 2024 against Andhra Pradesh beginning on Friday ahead of the home Test series against England. ... read..

Australia Chief Selector George Bailey hopeful that Smith's promotion can increase his career

Sydney | January 10, 2024 2:52:49 PM IST

Australia's Chief Selector, George Bailey, is hopeful that Steve Smith's elevation to the opening slot will extend the 34-year-old's career. ... read..

IPL likely to be held in India, no plans to shift the venue

New Delhi | January 10, 2024 1:52:40 PM IST

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is likely to be held in India even as the country goes to elections, according to a BCCI source. ... read..

"We should be proud": Alyssa Healy after defeating India in T20I series

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 10, 2024 1:52:36 PM IST

After winning the three-match T20I series against India Women 2-1, Australia Women skipper Alyssa Healy discussed the team's success in the white-ball format against the hosts. ... read..

New Zealand appoint Andre Adams as bowling coach ahead of T20I series against Pakistan

Wellington | January 10, 2024 12:52:37 PM IST

New Zealand Cricket (NZC) on Wednesday appointed former all-rounder Andre Adams as the bowling coach of the men's national team for their upcoming five-match T20I home series against Pakistan. ... read..

"It was a poor pitch but...": Mark Nicholas's take on Newlands pitch for India's 2nd Test

Cape Town | January 10, 2024 12:52:30 PM IST

Former England cricketer and renowned commentator Mark Nicholas gave his take on the Newlands pitch, which was prepared for India and South Africa's second Test that ended in just two days. ... read..

Test rankings see major shift following conclusion of India, Australia's respective series

Dubai | January 10, 2024 12:52:18 PM IST

Australia's thumping series win over Pakistan in Sydney and India's sensational bowling spell against South Africa enforced a major shift in the ICC Men's Test rankings. ... read..

Paarl Royals announce Keith Dudgeon and Nqaba Peter as replacements for U19 World Cup-bound players

Paarl | January 10, 2024 12:52:14 PM IST

SA20 franchise Paarl Royals on Tuesday announced the signings of South African duo of Keith Dudgeon and Nqaba Peter as replacement players for the ICC U19 Men's Cricket World Cup-bound Lhuandre Pretorius and Kwena Maphaka. ... read..

Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer admits his intention of staying at Manchester City

London | January 10, 2024 11:52:57 AM IST

Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer stated that he wanted to stay at his boyhood club Manchester City but was told by the club to go on a loan deal or leave on a permanent transfer. ... read..

Angelo Mathews makes comeback to T20Is against Zimbabwe after three years

Colombo | January 10, 2024 9:53:03 AM IST

Star all-rounder Angelo Mathews makes his comeback in the shortest format of the game after a long gap of three years as Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe lock horns against each other in the three-match T20I series after the completion of an ongoing ODI series betw ... read..

New opener in Test; Smith to lead in ODI as Australia announce squads for West Indies series

Canberra | January 10, 2024 9:53:01 AM IST

Australia named a 13-player squad for a two-match Test series against the West Indies, kicking off on January 17. ... read..

Tottenham announce signing of Timo Werner on loan from RB Leipzig

London | January 10, 2024 9:52:59 AM IST

Tottenham Hotspur announced the signing of German forward Timo Werner from Bundesliga side RB Leipzig on a loan deal. ... read..

Mooney, Healy fifties guide Australia to T20I series win over India

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 9, 2024 11:53:19 PM IST

Half-centuries from openers Alyssa Healy and Beth Mooney helped Australia beat India by seven wickets in the third and final T20I of the series at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Tuesday. ... read..

"We need to be on our toes, improve fielding, fitness": Indian skipper Harmanpreet after series loss to Australia

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 9, 2024 11:52:39 PM IST

Following her side's loss to Australia in the final T20I, Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur admitted that her team was outplayed in white-ball cricket by Australia following two brilliant Test wins against England and Aussies last month and it was fitness a ... read..

"You have bowled your way into hearts of cricket fans": Sachin lauds Shami following Arjuna Award honour

New Delhi | January 9, 2024 10:51:01 PM IST

Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Tuesday praised star pacer Mohammed Shami and para-archer Sheetal Devi after being honoured with the Arjuna Award in Delhi. ... read..

"The experience of playing against India was incredible": SA pacer Nandre Burger

Gqeberha | January 9, 2024 10:50:45 PM IST

South African pacer Nandre Burger said on Tuesday that the experience of playing against India in the recently-concluded all-format home series was incredible and he learnt a lot during the course of it. ... read..

"What is KL Rahul's mistake": Aakash Chopra questions batter's omission from Afghanistan series squad

New Delhi | January 9, 2024 9:52:55 PM IST

Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra raised concerns over middle-order batter KL Rahul's omission from the squad against Afghanistan, especially when he and skipper Rohit Sharma both put up disappointing numbers during ICC T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia, b ... read..

"More than the century, I wanted...": Janith Liyanage after his heroics against Zimbabwe in 2nd ODI

Colombo | January 9, 2024 9:52:46 PM IST

Sri Lanka batter, Janith Liyanage guided hosts to a thrilling victory against Zimbabwe in the second ODI of the three-match series on Monday at the R. Premadasa Stadium, in Colombo, Sri Lanka. ... read..

Sutherland, Wareham help Australia restrict India to 147/6 in final T20I

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 9, 2024 9:52:31 PM IST

Despite some intent-filled innings by Shafali Varma and Richa Ghosh, Australia was able to take wickets at regular intervals to restrict India to 147/6 in the third and final T20I of the series at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Tuesday. ... read..

South United Football Club launches three training centres in Pune

Pune (Maharashtra) | January 9, 2024 9:52:27 PM IST

South United Football Club (SUFC), whose first team plays in the Bengaluru Super Division currently, has officially announced the opening of three training centres in Pune, with an aim to bolster the rich footballing culture of the city and make it a hub ... read..

PM Modi congratulates all winners of National Sports and Adventure Awards 2023

New Delhi | January 9, 2024 8:51:52 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated the winners of the National Sports and Adventure Awards 2023, saying that the remarkable achievements and dedication of all the winners are an inspiration for the country. ... read..

Malaysia Open: Kidambi, Ashwini-Tanisha move to second round

Kuala Lumpur | January 9, 2024 8:51:43 PM IST

Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth made it to the second round of the ongoing Malaysia Open 2024 following a comeback win over Indonesia's world number five ranked shuttler Jonathan Christie on Tuesday. ... read..

Indian cricket fraternity lauds Mohammed Shami following Arjuna Award honour

New Delhi | January 9, 2024 7:51:47 PM IST

Several members of the Indian cricket fraternity congratulated pacer Mohammed Shami after he received Arjuna Award from President Droupadi Murmu at a ceremony here. ... read..

"She told me go out there and enjoy": Chhetri recalls conversations with wife ahead of AFC Asian Cup

New Delhi | January 9, 2024 7:51:30 PM IST

As the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Asian Cup comes closer, Indian captain Sunil Chhetri said that he wants to play football for the love of the sport for the remainder of his international career instead of being bogged down by pressure and expecta ... read..

Australia win toss, elect to field in T20I series decider

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 9, 2024 7:51:26 PM IST

Australia women's team skipper Alyssa Healy won the toss against India in the third and final match of the three-match T20I series being played here and opted to field. ... read..

BAI-REC to fund 28 shuttlers for international tournaments

New Delhi | January 9, 2024 6:52:28 PM IST

The Badminton Association of India (BAI), with support from Rural Electrification Corportation (REC), will fund the country's 28 talented shuttlers for top-level international badminton tournaments in order to help them improve rankings and also provide m ... read..

ICC rates Cape Town pitch as "unsatisfactory" following shortest Test match ever in history

Dubai | January 9, 2024 5:52:12 PM IST

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday gave an "unsatisfactory" rating to the Newlands pitch in Cape Town following a low-scoring second Test between India and South Africa. ... read..

BCCI announces Campa, Atomberg Technologies as official partners for India home cricket season 2024-26

New Delhi | January 9, 2024 5:52:03 PM IST

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday announced Campa and Atomberg Technologies as the official partners for the Domestic and International Season 2024-2026. ... read..

Khelo India Youth Games 2023: Udhayanidhi Stalin takes stock of final preparations

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | January 9, 2024 5:51:40 PM IST

Ahead of the Khelo India Youth Games 2023 Tamil Nadu, the Minister for Youth Welfare and Sports Development fo Tamil Nadu Udhayanidhi Stalin chaired a high-power meeting at the Secretariat on Monday to take stock of the final preparations for the games. ... read..

India badminton duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty receives Khel Ratna 2023

New Delhi | January 9, 2024 4:51:55 PM IST

India's star badminton men's doubles duo of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have received the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award at the Rashtrapati Bhawan by the President of India, Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday. ... read..

Yastika Bhatia names India batter who became her favourite ahead of Adam Gilchrist

New Delhi | January 9, 2024 4:51:36 PM IST

India's women's team batter Yastika Bhatia has named star batter Smriti Mandhana as her favourite player. ... read..

"Stop messing about": Former Manchester United star Roy Keane slams Rasmus Hojlund

Wigan | January 9, 2024 3:52:18 PM IST

The former Manchester United star Roy Keane lambasted young forward Rasmus Hojlund for his performance in the Red Devils 2-0 victory against Wigan in the FA Cup. ... read..

PCB appoints Mohammad Rizwan as Shaheen Afridi's deputy

New Delhi | January 9, 2024 3:52:14 PM IST

Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter, Mohammad Rizwan has been appointed as the vice-captain of the Pakistan Cricket Team for the T20I format by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) ahead of the five-match T20I series against New Zealand. ... read..

David Miller reveals his ideal batting position ahead of T20 World Cup

Cape Town | January 9, 2024 2:51:27 PM IST

South Africa batter David Miller picked his preferred spot in the Proteas T20 World Cup setup as well as what they need to do as a team in order to enjoy a successful tournament. ... read..

"Fitting": Keshav Maharaj on song 'Ram Siya Ram' played during his entrance in 2nd Test against India

Cape Town | January 9, 2024 1:52:34 PM IST

South Africa spinner Keshav Maharaj feels that the 'Ram Siya Ram' song that is played during his entrance is quite a "fitting song". ... read..

Mohammed Shami, Ojas Pravin, Sheetal Devi and others receive Arjuna Award 2023

New Delhi | January 9, 2024 1:52:28 PM IST

Star India bowler Mohammed Shami, archers Ojas Pravin Deotale, Sheetal Devi, and Aditi Gopichand Swami, and wrestler Antim Panghal are among the stars who received the Arjuna Award on Tuesday at Rashtrapati Bhawan by the President of India, Droupadi Murmu ... read..

Sindhu, Prannoy to spearhead Indian challenge at Badminton Asia Team Championships

New Delhi | January 9, 2024 1:52:05 PM IST

Double Olympic medalist PV Sindhu and World No. 8 Prannoy HS will spearhead a strong Indian squad at the Badminton Asia Team Championships 2024 slated to be held in Shah Alam, Malaysia from February 13 to 19.The prestigious team event will be important fo ... read..

Hockey India appoints Herman Kruis as High Performance Director

New Delhi | January 9, 2024 1:51:59 PM IST

Hockey India on Tuesday announced the appointment of Herman Kruis as the new High Performance Director. He will assume the role until September 2024, overseeing the National Junior and Senior programs of Hockey India, including the Coaches Education Pathw ... read..

"He'll be the No. 1 Test opener": Michael Clarke backs Smith to take Warner's spot

Sydney | January 9, 2024 12:52:39 PM IST

Former Australian captain Michael Clarke believes Steve Smith can become the best Test opener if he is given the opportunity to replace David Warner. ... read..

"It will be a huge tournament moving forward": Aiden Markram on potential of SA20

Cape Town | January 9, 2024 12:52:14 PM IST

South Africa's star cricketers, Aiden Markram, David Miller, and Keshav Maharaj, talked about the upcoming SA20 League and how the tournament builds up nicely for the T20 World Cup. ... read..

Afghanistan Cricket Board modifies sanctions imposed on Mujeeb, Fazal, Naveen allowing them to participate in franchise cricket

New Delhi | January 9, 2024 10:50:46 AM IST

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has modified the sanctions imposed on three players, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazal Haq Farooqi and Naveen Ul Haq, bringing the dispute to an end that lasted for nearly a month. ... read..

Afghanistan set to play multi-format series against Sri Lanka, Ireland before T20 World Cup

Kabul | January 9, 2024 9:50:22 AM IST

The Afghanistan Cricket Board announced a tour to Sri Lanka and a series against Ireland in the UAE ahead of the T20 World Cup. ... read..

"We do not consider Ad-hoc committee...": Suspended WFI President Sanjay Singh

Gonda (Uttar Pradesh) | January 9, 2024 1:51:46 AM IST

Sanjay Singh, the President of the suspended Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), asserted on Monday that they do not acknowledge the suspension imposed by the Sports Ministry on their newly-elected body, nor do they recognize the Ad-hoc committee. ... read..

Ranji Trophy 2024: Delhi sack Yash Dhull as skipper after big defeat to Puducherry

By Vipul Kashyap New Delhi | January 9, 2024 12:21:30 AM IST

Yash Dhull on Monday was relieved of his duties as the captain by Delhi, following his side's shocking defeat to Puducherry in the Ranji Trophy 2023-24 match, the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) official confirmed. ... read..

"This award is a dream": India's star pacer Mohammed Shami on being declared as recipient of Arjuna Award

By Vipul Kashyap New Delhi | January 9, 2024 12:21:17 AM IST

India's star pacer Mohammed Shami, who has been declared as the recipient of the Arjuna Award, said that it is a dream come true for him to be the recipient of India's second-highest athletic honour. ... read..

German football legend Franz Beckenbauer passes away at 78

Berlin | January 9, 2024 12:21:07 AM IST

German football legend and one of the greatest players of all time, Franz Beckenbauer has passed away at the age of 78, as Sky Sports reported. ... read..

"We should promote our tourism": Mohammed Shami urges fellow citizens to explore Indian Islands amid Maldives row

By Vipul Kashyap New Delhi | January 8, 2024 11:22:17 PM IST

India's star pacer Mohammed Shami has spoken on the ongoing Maldives issue and expressed his support for Indian tourism and encouraged fellow citizens to explore the beauty of the Indian beaches. ... read..

"You have to prepare for oppurtunity whenever it comes": Navdeep Saini ahead of India A fixture against England Lions

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 10:22:27 PM IST

Ahead of India A's upcoming two-day warm-up fixture against England Lions, bowler Navdeep Saini said he is focussing on domestic cricket and the pacer is also excited about Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. ... read..

"I am slightly surprised that he is not there": Aakash Chopra on Deepak Chahar ahead of India vs Afghanistan T20I series

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 9:21:42 PM IST

Cricketer-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra has said that pacer Deepak Chahar should have been included in the India squad for the upcoming T20I series against Afghanistan. ... read..

Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne and Alex Carey available for Big Bash League 2024

Sydney | January 8, 2024 9:21:31 PM IST

Star Australia batters, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne and Alex Carey have made themselves available for their respective franchise for the ongoing edition of the Big Bash League (BBL). ... read..

"Grateful for the way you've transformed my world": David Warner recalls his wife's role in cricket career

Sydney | January 8, 2024 9:21:25 PM IST

Australia batter David Warner, who recently announced retirement from ODI and Test formats, applauded his wife Candice Warner's "unwavering support" and "boundless optimism". ... read..

SA20: Faf du Plessis feels "very lucky" to play under 'Captain Cool' MS Dhoni's captaincy

Cape Town | January 8, 2024 9:21:20 PM IST

Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis, who is leading Joburg Super Kings in the second season of SA20, spoke admiringly of the influence ex-India skipper MS Dhoni made on his captaincy and said he was fortunate to have played under captain cool's cap ... read..

ISL: Mobashir Rahman reunites with Owen Coyle as Chennaiyin FC sign midfielder for remainder of season

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | January 8, 2024 8:20:49 PM IST

Chennaiyin FC have roped in central midfielder Mobashir Rahman on loan for the remainder of the ongoing Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 season. ... read..

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