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Unfit Shami ruled out of Test series against Proteas, Chahar pulls out of ODIs due to family emergency

New Delhi | December 16, 2023 12:51:18 PM IST

Star India pacer Mohammed Shami has been ruled out of the upcoming two Test matches against South Africa after he failed to recover from the injury he sustained during the ODI World Cup earlier this year. ... read..

It could've been a different game, says Northeast coach following 3-1 loss to MBSG

Guwahati (Assam) | December 16, 2023 10:50:53 AM IST

Following Northeast United's 3-1 loss to Mohun Bagan SG in the Indian Super League (ISL) at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati on Friday, the Highlanders' head coach Juan Pedro Benali said it could have been a different result if they had kept ... read..

ISL: Mohun Bagan SG register 3-1 win over Northeast United FC

Guwahati (Assam) | December 16, 2023 9:51:30 AM IST

Mohun Bagan Super Giant beat Northeast United 3-1 in the Indian Super League (ISL) match at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati on Friday. ... read..

"He told me not to change too much about bowling": Kuldeep Yadav on conversation with Yuzvendra Chahal

Johannesburg | December 15, 2023 11:51:01 PM IST

Indian left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav revealed details of his talk with teammate Yuzvendra Chahal before the third and final T20I of the three-match series against South Africa. ... read..

"From variations to tactics, everything was gold," says Mithali Raj on Deepti Sharma

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 11:50:57 PM IST

Former Indian batter and skipper Mithali Raj lauded all-rounder Deepti Sharma for her five-wicket haul, saying that everything from her variations and tactics was "gold". ... read..

Mumbai Khiladis gear up for Ultimate Kho Kho Season 2

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2023 11:50:53 PM IST

Mumbai Khiladis have started their preparation for Season 2 of the Ultimate Kho Kho with a training camp at the Biju Patnaik Indoor Stadium, KIIT campus in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. ... read..

Pro Kabaddi League: Zafardanesh stars for U Mumba in a topsy-turvy game against Patna Pirates

Pune (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2023 11:50:07 PM IST

Amirmohammad Zafardanesh put up an inspiring performance to help U Mumba clinch a thrilling 42-40 victory over Patna Pirates in their Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex in Pune on Friday. ... read..

Shimla ice-skating club optimistic to have artificial rink soon, voices out concerns about weather

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 15, 2023 11:50:20 PM IST

The Shimla ice skating club will be having an all-weather skating rink soon and work on it will start in the middle of next year. ... read..

5 Nations Hockey Tournament: India lose 1-0 to Spain

Valencia | December 15, 2023 10:50:42 PM IST

The Indian Men's Hockey Team lost 0-1 in their first match of the Five Nations Tournament Valencia 2023 against Spain on Friday. ... read..

"Having role as an opener just doesn't make sense to me": Mitchell Marsh reluctant to open in Test cricket

Perth | December 15, 2023 10:50:40 PM IST

Australia all-rounder Mitchell Marsh, who has been batting at the No.6 for his team in Test format, has no intentions of opening for his team in the cricket's longest format after David Warner retires in Sydney. ... read..

ISL: East Bengal FC determined to get back to winning ways in tournament against Mumbai City FC

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2023 10:50:35 PM IST

Mumbai City FC will welcome East Bengal FC to the Mumbai Football Arena (MFA) to cap off the Saturday double header of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 on December 16. Both these teams will look to build on their recent results, as the Islanders get ... read..

Indian women's hockey team goes down 2-3 to Spain in 5 Nations Tournament

Valencia | December 15, 2023 10:50:33 PM IST

The Indian women's hockey team started their campaign in the 5 Nations Tournament Valencia 2023 with a 2-3 loss against the hosts Spain on Friday. ... read..

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola hopeful of Haaland's return in Club World Cup

Manchester | December 15, 2023 10:50:23 PM IST

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola issued an update on the fitness of Erling Haaland, stating that he is hopeful of his return for the FIFA Club World Cup but in doubt for their weekend clash against Crystal Palace. ... read..

"He is going to be better player than Babar Azam": Katich makes bold prediction about young Pakistan batter

Perth | December 15, 2023 10:50:14 PM IST

Former Australian batter Simon Katich heaped praise on Pakistan opener Abdullah Shafique, saying that he likes the batter's aggression against spin and he is going to be a better player than his skipper and star batter Babar Azam. ... read..

ISL: Gerard Zaragoza faces first test as Bengaluru FC boss against Jamshedpur FC

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 15, 2023 10:50:08 PM IST

Bengaluru FC will step into a new chapter of the club as Gerard Zaragoza returns to the outfit in the capacity of head coach with his opening fixture against Jamshedpur FC at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 on Saturday. ... read..

Sharjah Warriors name Tom Kohler-Cadmore as captain; Johan Botha, JP Duminy join coaching staff

Sharjah | December 15, 2023 9:51:09 PM IST

The second season of the ILT20 is not too far away, and will kick off with Sharjah Warriors facing the defending champions Gulf Giants in the opener, at one of cricket's most loved venues, Sharjah. ... read..

Khelo India Para games: In-form armless Archer Sheetal Devi storms into final

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 9:51:01 PM IST

Star archer Sheetal Devi was the cynosure of all eyes on Friday's proceedings at the inaugural Khelo India Para Games in Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.The Asian Para Games champion advanced to the gold medal round of the women's compound competition wi ... read..

"Plan is to go for three points": East Bengal FC's Carles Cuadrat ahead of Mumbai City FC clash

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2023 9:50:59 PM IST

East Bengal FC head coach Carles Cuadrat is eyeing their third ISL victory as his team will face unbeaten Mumbai City FC in matchweek 10 of the Indian Super League (ISL) at the Mumbai Football Arena in Mumbai on December 16. ... read..

Indian shooting squad for Asian Olympic qualifiers announced

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 9:50:57 PM IST

A 20-member rifle and pistol squad and a 12-member shotgun squad has been announced for the upcoming Asian Olympic qualifiers, scheduled next month in Indonesia and Kuwait respectively. ... read..

We're aiming to win all our games in Pune: Puneri Paltan's coach BC Ramesh

Pune (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2023 9:50:49 PM IST

The kabaddi fans in Pune are all set to welcome the Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 in its city on Friday and they are certainly geared up to create electrifying atmosphere when the Puneri Paltan will be in action against Haryana Steelers at the Balewadi Spo ... read..

U19 Asia Cup: India, Pakistan crash out in semis; UAE, Bangladesh fix title clash

Dubai | December 15, 2023 9:50:47 PM IST

Bangladesh and UAE have reached the finals of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) U19 Asia Cup, following wins over India and Pakistan in Dubai on Friday. ... read..

Odisha Masters 2023: Ashwini Ponnappa-Tanisha Crasto smash their way to semifinals

Cuttack (Odisha) | December 15, 2023 9:50:45 PM IST

The action continued on the fourth day of the Odisha Masters 2023 where Tanisha-Dhruv, Unnati Hooda, Kiran George and Ashwini-Tanisha registered wins and advanced to the Semifinals round here at the JN Indoor Stadium. ... read..

"Impressed with the potential of our team": Mumbai City FC's Petr Kratky ahead of East Bengal FC clash

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2023 9:50:39 PM IST

Mumbai City FC head coach Petr Kratky is excited about his first home game as the Islanders host East Bengal FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) at the Mumbai Football Arena on Saturday. ... read..

Indian squad for ODI series against South Africa reaches Johannesburg

Johannesburg | December 15, 2023 9:50:38 PM IST

The Indian squad for the ODI series against South Africa reached Johannesburg on Friday. ... read..

"Freakish result that happens once": Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp not willing to estimate Manchester United

Anfield | December 15, 2023 9:50:30 PM IST

Liverpool head coach Jurgen Klopp is not underestimating Manchester United after their previous encounter resulted in a 7-0 victory in favour of the Reds. ... read..

England batter Sam Billings signs white-ball contract with Kent

London | December 15, 2023 8:50:28 PM IST

England batter Sam Billings confirmed his intention to step back from red-ball cricket and has reiterated his commitment to the Club's white-ball future by signing a new white-ball contract. ... read..

"Our forever captain": Mumbai Indians' tribute to hugely successful captain Rohit Sharma after Pandya takes over as MI skipper

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2023 8:50:26 PM IST

In a display of gratitude and admiration, the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Mumbai Indians (MI) on Friday posted an emotional tribute video dedicated to hugely successful captain Rohit Sharma after Hardik Pandya took the helm of five-time champion ... read..

MOC approves racewalker Priyanka Goswami's proposal to train in Australia; Greco-Roman Wrestlers to head to Kazakhstan

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 8:50:24 PM IST

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports's (MYAS) Mission Olympic Cell (MOC) in their recent meeting approved racewalker Priyanka Goswami's proposal to get training in Australia under coach Brent Vallance. ... read..

West Bengal State Kyokushin Karate Championship: Clubs from state confirm participation

Kolkata (West Bengal) | December 15, 2023 8:50:22 PM IST

Clubs from all across the state, from Alipurduar in the north to Thakurpukur in the southern fringes of Kolkata, have confirmed participation in the first-ever West Bengal State Full Contact Karate Championship 2023, scheduled between December 16-17, 2023 ... read..

AIFF president Chaubey proposes pan-INDIA inter-university football league

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 8:50:20 PM IST

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Kalyan Chaubey, on Thursday, December 14, 2023, called for a pan-India inter-university football league for the development and awareness of the sport across the country. ... read..

Hardik Pandya to succeed Rohit Sharma as Mumbai Indians captain for IPL 2024

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2023 7:50:43 PM IST

Mumbai Indians (MI), the five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions, announced on Friday that star all-rounder Hardik Pandya will be leading the team in the 2024 edition of the league. ... read..

India spinner Deepti Sharma picks her favourite wicket in her maiden five-fer in Test against England

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2023 7:50:39 PM IST

India spinner Deepti Sharma revealed Sophie Ecclestone's wicket as her favourite on Day 2 of the one-off Test against England on Friday at the DY Patil Sports Academy. ... read..

Former India cricketer picks top five buys of upcoming IPL auction

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 7:50:21 PM IST

Cricket commentator and former India player Aakash Chopra throws a light on which player can fetch a high price in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 auction. ... read..

1st Test: Pakistan's top order offers resistance; visitors trail by 355 runs against Aus (Stumps, Day 2)

Perth | December 15, 2023 6:50:23 PM IST

Pakistan showed discipline with the bat in the initial stages, before a couple of strikes left them at 132/2 at the end of the day's play in the first Test as Australia boosted their dominant position at Optus Stadium on Friday. ... read..

Deepti's five-fer takes India a step closer to victory in one-off Test against England (Day 2, Stumps)

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2023 6:49:54 PM IST

India's women's team produced a complete performance on Day 2 to move closer towards victory in the one-off Test against England on Friday at the DY Patil Sports Academy. ... read..

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou discusses "challenging period" that lies ahead of the club

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2023 5:51:39 PM IST

Tottenham head coach Ange Postecoglou talked about how he aims to deal with the set of challenges that are about to fall on him in the coming days ahead of their Premier League clash against Nottingham Forest. ... read..

"Dhoni made Indian cricket number one, inspired many people to play cricket": Anurag Thakur

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 5:51:28 PM IST

Lauding legendary Indian wicketkeeper-batter MS Dhoni for having made the cricket number one sports and inspiring many to play it, Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur on Friday is hopeful of many players eager to surpass former skipper 'Thala' record in ... read..

Khelo India Para Games: Assam's Anishmita Konwar wants to shine like sprinter Hima Das

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 5:51:11 PM IST

Meet Assam's Anishmita Konwar, the 14-year-old who bagged the state's first gold medal at the Khelo India Para Games 2023 here in New Delhi. This prodigious daughter of a mason from Dibrugarh, who won the long jump in the T37 category, wants to shine in a ... read..

National Sports Awards 2023: From Shami to 'Sat-Chi', a look at star-studded nominees list

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 5:51:03 PM IST

India's star badminton men's doubles duo of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty has been nominated for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award while pace sensation Mohammed Shami, archers Ojas Pravin Deotale and Aditi Gopichand Swami, wrestler Antim ... read..

Uncapped Kiwi pacer Ben Sears replaces Kyle Jamieson for ODI series against Bangladesh

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 4:50:51 PM IST

Uncapped New Zealand pacer Ben Sears has been called up to Kiwi's ODI squad for the upcoming three-match series against Bangladesh to replace Kyle Jamieson after he sustained a stiff left hamstring. ... read..

"BCCI move honours Dhoni": Rajeev Shukla hails decision to retire No.7 jersey

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 4:50:49 PM IST

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice president, Rajeev Shukla, has welcomed the decision to retire MS Dhoni's No.7 jersey and hailed his contribution to Indian cricket. ... read..

Ahmed Shehzad retires from PSL, says 'deliberate effort' to keep him out

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 4:50:43 PM IST

Pakistan batter Ahmed Shehzad has retired from the Pakistan Super League (PSL) after blaming all six franchises for making a "deliberate effort" to keep him out of the competition. ... read..

PKL: After bright start in Bengaluru, Haryana Steelers gear up for Puneri Paltan challenge

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 3:50:39 PM IST

The action in Pro Kabaddi League 10 shifts to Pune where Haryana Steelers will begin the third leg of the season on Friday against the home team Puneri Paltan at the Balewadi Sports Complex, Pune. It has been a solid start for the Haryana franchise with t ... read..

Siraj bags 'Impact Fielder of the T20I Series' medal after India's 106-run win over Proteas

Johannesburg | December 15, 2023 3:50:35 PM IST

Following India's 106-run win against South Africa in the final T20I match of the three-game series at New Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on Thursday, 'Men in Blue' speedster Mohammed Siraj received 'Impact Fielder of the T20I Series' medal for his fie ... read..

Prasidh, Pradosh impress as India A's match with South Africa A ends in draw

Potchefstroom | December 15, 2023 3:50:25 PM IST

Pacer Prasidh Krishna, young batter Pradosh Ranjan Paul and all-rounder Shardul Thakur struck the right notes as India A played out a draw with South Africa A. ... read..

Imam, Shafique dig deep to lay foundation for Pakistan after gruelling session against Australia (Day 2, Tea)

Perth | December 15, 2023 2:51:40 PM IST

Pakistan openers Imam-ul-Haq and Abdullah Shafique have started the process of laying a strong foundation after their pacers restricted Australia from crossing the 500-run mark on the second day of the first Test on Friday. ... read..

FIH Hockey Junior World Cup 2023: India to take on Spain, eye podium finish

Kuala Lumpur | December 15, 2023 2:51:30 PM IST

The Indian Junior Men's Hockey Team will look to put the disappointment of their Semi-Final loss to Germany behind them when they take on Spain for the second time in the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup Malaysia 2023 on Saturday, 16th December in the 3r ... read..

US Kids Golf: Guntas shoots 8-under as Nihal, Kabir, Prince emerge winners in fifth leg

Gurgaon (Haryana) | December 15, 2023 1:50:43 PM IST

Guntas Kaur Sandhu of Chandigarh shot a stunning 8-under 64 to emerge a comfortable winner in the Girls 11-12 Category of the fifth leg of the US Kids Golf India North Tour. ... read..

Women's Blind Cricket: India beat Nepal by 7 wickets in 4th T20, clinch series 3-1

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2023 1:50:30 PM IST

India on Thursday defeated Nepal by seven wickets in the fourth T20 despite captain Binita Pun's show with the bat here at Police Gymkhana Cricket Ground in the first-ever Women's Bilateral Cricket Series for the Blind 2023. ... read..

Rozner shows his love for Mauritius, shoots 62 at La Reserve Links

Bel Ombre | December 15, 2023 1:50:22 PM IST

Antoine Rozner's love for Mauritius was there for all to see as he gave the 2023 Mauritius Open an electric start. The defending champion from France gave the fresh-as-mint La Reserve Links Course a round to savour with a 10-under 62, which becomes a wort ... read..

"They had been doing a good job": Rovman Powell hails Buttler's side after 10-win over England

St George's | December 15, 2023 11:51:10 AM IST

West Indies skipper Rovman Powell hailed Jos Buttler's England and said that they had been doing a good job in the series. West Indies beat England in second T20 international in Grenada. ... read..

"Plenty of ways we could have found those 10 runs," Buttler on England's loss to WI

St George's | December 15, 2023 11:51:01 AM IST

After England's disappointing 10-run loss against West Indies in the second T20I match at National Cricket Stadium in Grenada on Thursday, skipper Jos Buttler said that there were chances when the English side could have scored the winning runs. ... read..

"It was important... to bat as deep as possible": King after WI's 10-run win over ENG

St George's | December 15, 2023 11:50:59 AM IST

Following West Indies' 10-run win against England in the second T20I at National Cricket Stadium in Grenada on Thursday, Caribbean opener Brandon King said that it was important for him to bat till the last ball of the first inning. ... read..

Marsh's 90-run knock helps Australia to near 500 runs against Pakistan in first session (Day 2, Lunch)

Perth | December 15, 2023 12:51:13 PM IST

Batting allrounder Mitchell Marsh's blazing knock in the first session on the second day of the first Test match against Pakistan helped Australia to score 479/8 at Perth Stadium on Friday. ... read..

"We were absolutely lost," says Punjab FC's Staikos Vergetis after loss to Kerala Blasters

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 10:50:09 AM IST

Following Punjab FC's 1-0 defeat against Kerala Blasters in the Indian Super League (ISL) at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on Thursday, the home side's head coach Staikos Vergetis said that they had no concentration on the tactical planning and we ... read..

"Our defence was good": Frank Dauwen following Kerala's 1-0 win over Punjab in ISL

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 10:50:07 AM IST

Following Kerala Blasters FC's 1-0 win against Punjab FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on Thursday, the assistant coach of the away side Frank Dauwen praised his team for their defensive work in the game. ... read..

Brandon King, Alzarri Joseph power West Indies to 10-run win against England in 2nd T20I

St George's | December 15, 2023 10:49:45 AM IST

Brandon King's blitz and Alzarri Joseph's three-wicket haul powered West Indies to a 10-run win against England in the second T20I at National Cricket Stadium on Thursday. Following the victory, the Caribbeans lead the five-match T20I series 2-0. ... read..

ISL: Diamantakos' penalty powers Kerala Blasters FC to clinch 1-0 win over Punjab FC

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 9:49:38 AM IST

Kerala Blasters FC sealed victory against Punjab FC by a small margin of 1-0 to clinch a crucial win at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi in the Indian Super League (ISL) on Thursday. ... read..

Kuldeep's five-wicket haul, Suryakumar's ton help India beat SA by 106 runs

Johannesburg | December 15, 2023 1:51:11 AM IST

A five-wicket haul by birthday boy Kuldeep Yadav and record-equalling fourth T20I ton by Suryakumar Yadav helped India secure a 106-run win over South Africa in the third and final T20I at Johannesburg on Wednesday. ... read..

"I am walking, so it's good": Suryakumar updates on injury scare following win over SA

Johannesburg | December 15, 2023 1:51:02 AM IST

Following his side's 106-run win over South Africa in the second T20I, Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav gave fans an update on his injury scare, saying that his ankle is fine and he can walk. ... read..

"Felt we could have chased it down": SA skipper Markram after loss to India

Johannesburg | December 15, 2023 1:50:56 AM IST

Following his side's 106-run loss against India, South African skipper Aiden Markram said that the side felt it could chase down the target of 202 runs. ... read..

Suryakumar smashes record-equalling 4th T20I ton, guides India to 201/7 against SA

Johannesburg | December 14, 2023 11:51:34 PM IST

A record-equalling fourth T20I century by Suryakumar Yadav and a century stand with Yashasvi Jaiswal helped India pile up 201/7 in 20 overs in the third and final T20I of the three-match series against South Africa at Johannesburg on Thursday. ... read..

Suryakumar Yadav smashes record-equalling 4th T20I ton, rewrites history books

Johannesburg | December 14, 2023 11:51:13 PM IST

Star India batter and stand-in T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav on Thursday smashed his 4th T20I century equalling compatriot Rohit Sharma and Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell's record of most centuries in the format. ... read..

Kerala Blasters FC's Adrian Luna named player of the month for November

New Delhi | December 14, 2023 10:50:56 PM IST

Kerala Blasters FC captain Adrian Luna has won the Indian Super League (ISL) Player of the Month award for November 2023, a prize which is given to the best player in the ISL every month. ... read..

"Rafa will start again soon, probably already in AO24": Lukas Rosol on Spaniard's comeback

New Delhi | December 14, 2023 10:50:52 PM IST

Czech Republic's Lukas Rosol, who caused one of the biggest upsets as he defeated Rafael Nadal in the second round at the 2012 Wimbledon Championships, said that the 22-time Grand Slam champion will face many problems and challenges in his comeback. ... read..

"No better way to silence critics...": Warner on starting farewell Test series with century against Pakistan

Perth | December 14, 2023 10:50:47 PM IST

With a century to start his farewell Test series, Australian opening batter David Warner has said that there is no better way to silence the critics than posting runs on the board. ... read..

"Excellent composure and temperament": Mithali Raj hails debutant Shubha Satheesh

New Delhi | December 14, 2023 10:50:39 PM IST

Former Indian batter and skipper Mithali Raj lauded Karnataka batter for slamming a half-century on her international debut, saying that she displayed "excellent composure and temperament" while batting on the first day of the one-off Test against England ... read..

Andrey Rublev to lead field at Hong Kong Open

Tennis | December 14, 2023 9:51:27 PM IST

World No.5 Andrey Rublev is set to lead the field at the Hong Kong Tennis Open in Week 1 of the new season. ... read..

SLC announces appointment of Sanath Jayasuriya as consultant

Colombo | December 14, 2023 9:51:24 PM IST

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) announced on Thursday that legendary all-rounder Sanath Jayasuriya has been appointed as the full-time cricket consultant for a period of one year. ... read..

South Africa captain Aiden Markram wins toss, opts to field against India in final T20I

Johannesburg | December 14, 2023 9:51:22 PM IST

South Africa captain Aiden Markram won the toss and opted to field against India in the third and final T20I of a three-match series here at New Wanderers Stadium on Thursday. ... read..

FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup: India suffer heartbreaking 1-4 loss to Germany

Kuala Lumpur | December 14, 2023 9:51:20 PM IST

The Indian junior men's hockey team went down 1-4 in a hard-fought match against Germany in the semi-finals of the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup Malaysia 2023, here on Thursday. The Indian Team, led by Uttam Singh, will now play the loser of the secon ... read..

Odisha Masters: "Odisha is my second home, has been lucky for me," says defending champion Unnati Hooda

Cuttack (Odisha) | December 14, 2023 9:51:12 PM IST

Unnati Hooda, who has been making waves in the badminton circuit, is on a roll in the ongoing edition of the Odisha Masters 2023 being held at the JN Indoor Stadium in Cuttack. ... read..

World Para Athletics chief Paul Fitzgerald hails Differently Abled Sports Awards

New Delhi | December 14, 2023 9:51:08 PM IST

The upcoming first-ever Differently Abled Sports Awards 2022-23, has been hailed by Paul Fitzgerald, Head of World Para Athletics, as a step in the right direction. ... read..

AIFF announces foreign player rules for Kalinga Super Cup

New Delhi | December 14, 2023 9:50:51 PM IST

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Thursday decided to allow the participating clubs in the forthcoming Kalinga Super Cup, to be played in Odisha, to register up to six foreign participating players in the matchday squad. ... read..

Italy, Germany, Denmark set to host ICC event for first-time ever in 2024

Dubai | December 14, 2023 9:50:49 PM IST

For the first time ever, Italy, Germany and Denmark will be given the opportunity to host an ICC event next year, announced the governing body of cricket on Thursday. ... read..

Delhi Toofans join Prime Volleyball League for season 3

New Delhi | December 14, 2023 9:50:45 PM IST

The Prime Volleyball League, announced its 9th franchise, the Delhi Toofans. Owned by Alok Sanghi, Director of the Sanghi Group, the Delhi Toofans, as the first team from the North, bring a fresh new dimension to the competitive league. ... read..

Ashwini Ponnappa-Tanisha Crasto cruise to Odisha Masters 2023 quarterfinals

Cuttack (Odisha) | December 14, 2023 9:50:34 PM IST

The action continued on the third day of the Odisha Masters 2023 which saw Ashwini Ponnappa-Tanisha Crasto, Unnati Hooda, Kiran George, Rutuparna Panda-Swetaparna Panda making progress to the next round here at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium on Thurs ... read..

Khelo India Para Games: Kasthuri secures gold in 67 kg powerlifting, Manish Narwal continues impressive run in shooting

New Delhi | December 14, 2023 8:51:04 PM IST

Kasthuri Rajamani from Tamil Nadu muscled her way to gold in the elite 67kg event of the Khelo India Para Games powerlifting competition in New Delhi on Thursday. ... read..

Virat, Rohit should be in T20 World Cup team: Harbhajan Singh

By Vipul Kashyap New Delhi | December 14, 2023 8:51:00 PM IST

Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh said on Thursday that senior batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli should play in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, which will be held in West Indies and USA next year. ... read..

India score 410/7 against England, second women's team in 88 years to reach milestone in single day

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 14, 2023 7:50:04 PM IST

The first day of the one-off Test against England here turned memorable for Indian cricket, specially women's cricket, as the team made its way into record books, becoming the second team to score over 400 runs in a single day. ... read..

Mauritius Open: La Reserve Links course designer Oosthuizen seeks winning start

Port Louis | December 14, 2023 7:50:00 PM IST

Louis Oosthuizen, one of the leading contenders at the 2023 Mauritius Open, will also be looking forward to a winning start at the La Reserve Golf Links course, which he co-designed with Peter Matkovich. ... read..

SA20 has revived the spirit of cricket in South Africa: Graeme Smith

Johannesburg | December 14, 2023 6:51:16 PM IST

Former South African captain Graeme Smith said that the SA20 league, the domestic franchise-based T20 league, has revived the spirit of cricket in the country. ... read..

UWW names U20 women's champion wrestler Antim Panghal as Rising Star of the Year 2023

Bern | December 14, 2023 6:51:08 PM IST

Indian wrestler Antim Panghal was named the Rising Star of the Year among women by the United World Wrestling (UWW), the sport's world governing body on Wednesday. ... read..

1st Test: Warner headlines terrific opening day in Perth, puts Australia in command against Pak (Stumps, Day 1)

Perth | December 14, 2023 6:51:04 PM IST

Australia's star opener David Warner kicked off his Test swansong in style with a belligerent century, putting the hosts in a commanding position at 346/5 at the stumps on the first day of the opening Test against Pakistan in Perth on Thursday. ... read..

Tennis Premier League: Punjab Patriots lead points table, to take on Gujarat Panthers

Pune (Maharashtra) | December 14, 2023 6:50:49 PM IST

Tennis Premier League (TPL) debutants Punjab Patriots continued their winning run in the fifth Tennis Premier League, defeating Delhi Binny's Brigades 43-37. With this win, the Punjab Patriots now lead the points table with 84 points to their kitty. ... read..

David Warner kickstarts farewell series with century, goes past two Aussie legends

Perth | December 14, 2023 6:50:45 PM IST

Australian opener David Warner not only silenced his critics, but also went past two Aussie legends as he kickstarted his farewell Test series with a century against Pakistan on Thursday. ... read..

Women's Blind Cricket: Nepal beat India by 10 wickets in 3rd T20, keep series alive

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 14, 2023 5:50:54 PM IST

Captain Binita Pun and Mankeshi Chaudhary smashed scintillating fifties as Nepal defeated India by 10 wickets in the third T20 on Wednesday here at Police Gymkhana Cricket Ground in the first-ever Women's Bilateral Cricket Series for the Blind 2023. ... read..

Australia all-rounder Cameron Green reveals he's fighting chronic kidney disease

Sydney (Australia) | December 14, 2023 5:50:52 PM IST

Australia all-rounder Cameron Green disclosed that he has been fighting stage two chronic kidney disease which was diagnosed when he was just a newborn and had a 12-year life expectancy at one point. ... read..

India 226/4 against England; Harmanpreet, Yastika seek to build innings (Day 1, Tea)

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 14, 2023 3:51:08 PM IST

India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur and middle-order batter Yastika Bhatia have stitched a partnership to rebuild the innings after the team lost two wickets in the second session on the first day of the one-off Test against England. ... read..

Youngster Fatima Sana replaces Nida Dar as skipper of Pakistan for 2nd game against New Zealand

New Delhi | December 14, 2023 3:51:03 PM IST

Pakistan skipper Nida Dar has been ruled out of the second match against New Zealand. ... read..

Day-2 of Tennis Premier League season 5 ends after host of thrilling matches

Pune (Maharashtra) | December 14, 2023 3:50:44 PM IST

The second day of the Tennis Premier League (TPL) season 5 saw a series of enthralling matches being played out on the day. ... read..

Shreyas Iyer retained as Kolkata Knight Riders captain ahead of IPL 2024

Cricket | December 14, 2023 3:50:36 PM IST

New Delhi [India], December 14 (AINI): Shreyas Iyer has been retained as the skipper of the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) ahead of the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) next year. ... read..

Olympic Champion Abhinav Bindra lauds Odisha's state of art Sports Science Centre

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | December 14, 2023 2:50:16 PM IST

In yet another significant development for sports in Odisha, the state-of-the-art sports science centre in Kalinga Stadium was inaugurated by Chief Minister, Odisha, Naveen Patnaik on Monday. ... read..

Rabada suffers from "heel niggle", Bavuma withdraws from domestic cricket ahead of Test clash against India

New Delhi | December 14, 2023 2:49:48 PM IST

South African pacer Kagiso Rabada and Test captain Temba Bavuma, who are not part of the Proteas white-ball cricket mix to gear up for the Test series against India, won't feature in domestic cricket. ... read..

ISL 2023-24: Punjab Football Club back at home, to face Kerala Blasters

New Delhi | December 14, 2023 1:50:30 PM IST

Punjab Football Club (PFC) will be back at their home ground to face Kerala Blasters in Round 10 of the Indian Super League 2023-24 which will be played here at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. The match is scheduled to kick off at 8 PM. ... read..

Pakistan Test skipper Shan Masood presents "special souvenir" to Babar for his 50th Test appearance

Perth | December 14, 2023 1:50:23 PM IST

Pakistan Test skipper Shan Masood presented former captain Babar Azam with a "special souvenir" and cap on his 50th Test appearance on Thursday. ... read..

US Kids Golf: Nihal, Kabir, Danish, Bainsla, Ananyaa seek more success in 5th leg

Gurgaon (Haryana) | December 14, 2023 1:50:16 PM IST

Nihal Cheema, one of youngest Indian champions in the US Kids Golf India series, will be among the winners from the recently held Indian Championships, who will feature at the fifth leg of the 2023 US Kids Golf India North Tour. ... read..

Warner's unbeaten ton raises temperature in Perth, keeps Australia in control against Pakistan in 1st Test (Day 1, Tea)

Perth | December 14, 2023 1:49:59 PM IST

David Warner's onslaught on Pakistan continued in the second session of the first Test at the Optus Stadium on Thursday. ... read..

FIH Hockey Junior World Cup 2023: Indian colts ready for German challenge in semi-final

Kuala Lumpur | December 14, 2023 1:49:53 PM IST

Following an exhilarating comeback win against the Netherlands in the Quarter-Final of the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup Malaysia 2023, the Indian Colts are set to face the formidable Germans in the Semi-Final round on Thursday, December 14, 2023, in ... read..

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