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"Looking forward to donning red and gold": Kate Cross reacts on joining RCB in WPL

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 9, 2023 8:49:29 PM IST

England pacer Kate Cross, who joined the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for INR 30 lakh at the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024, appreciated WPL's efforts of empowering women's game and said that she is looking forward to don the red and the gold jers ... read..

Punjab Football Club confident ahead of East Bengal challenge

Kolkata (West Bengal) | December 9, 2023 8:49:24 PM IST

Punjab FC (PFC) are confident ahead of their face-off against Kolkata giants East Bengal FC in Round 9 of the Indian Super League 2023-24 which will be played here at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan. ... read..

WPL 2024 Auction: India's Simran Bahadur picked by RCB for Rs 30 lakh, Veda brought by GG

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 9, 2023 8:49:22 PM IST

Indian bowling all-rounder Simran Bahadur was sold to Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for Rs 30 lakhs while batter Veda Krishnamurthy was picked up by Gujarat Giants also for Rs 30 lakhs. ... read..

Volleyball Club World Championships: Halkbank Kulubu dominate Sada Cruzeiro to book semi-final berth from pool B

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 9, 2023 8:49:12 PM IST

Turkey's Halkbank Spor Kulubu delivered a strong and comprehensive performance, securing a 3-0 victory over Brazil's Sada Cruzeiro Volei in their final Pool B encounter. This triumph propels them into the semi-finals of the Men's Volleyball Club World Cha ... read..

"Yuvraj Singh's role in 2011 World Cup win under-shown...does not have good PR agency": Gautam Gambhir

New Delhi | December 9, 2023 7:50:14 PM IST

Former India cricketer Gautam Gambhir has said that former all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has not got due credit for his role in India winning the World Cup in 2011. ... read..

"Looking forward to play under Jhulan Goswami": Shabnim Ismail after being picked by Mumbai Indians in WPL

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 9, 2023 7:50:08 PM IST

South African legend Shabnim Ismail, who was picked by defending champions Mumbai Indians for a whopping price of Rs 1.2 crore in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024 auction, said that she is looking forward to play under legendary India pacer Jhulan Go ... read..

England Women win toss, opt to field first against India in 2nd T20I

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 9, 2023 7:49:55 PM IST

England skipper Heather Knight won the toss and elected to field first against India Women in the second T20I of the three-match series at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on Saturday. ... read..

SSP Chawrasia Invitational 2023: Rahil Gangjee, Om Prakash Chouhan on top at end of day-2

Kolkata (West Bengal) | December 9, 2023 7:49:51 PM IST

The PGTI Ranking leader Om Prakash Chouhan and Rahil Gangjee, who is playing on his home turf, finished as joint clubhouse leaders at a total of five-under 139 at the end of day two of the SSP Chawrasia Invitational 2023 being played at the Royal Calcutta ... read..

"Till the time you let go of the obsession with stats...": Gautam Gambhir

New Delhi | December 9, 2023 7:49:49 PM IST

Former India batter Gautam Gambhir has spoken about "obsession" with cricket statistics in the country and said that there is a need to reduce emphasis on it "to get results". ... read..

"No one can walk over my players...in future also, I will": Gambhir defends his action during IPL spat between Virat, Naveen

New Delhi | December 9, 2023 6:51:07 PM IST

Former India opening batter Gautam Gambhir has stated that he will "back his players" if a situation like the heated argument between Virat Kohli and Afghanistan pacer Naveen-ul-Haq, which unfolded in the Indian Premier League match earlier this year, aro ... read..

"Country is obsessed with stats...": Gautam Gambhir

New Delhi | December 9, 2023 6:51:06 PM IST

Gautam Gambhir, a former Indian batsman, has criticized the obsession with statistics in the country and won't get results until they let it go. ... read..

Phillips, Santner's unbeaten stand propels New Zealand to victory against Bangladesh, ends Test series on level terms

Dhaka | December 9, 2023 6:51:04 PM IST

New Zealand levelled the two-match Test series against Bangladesh by clinching victory in the second game within four days on Saturday at the Shere Bangla National Stadium and the Test series on 1-1 scoreline. ... read..

"My eldest son kicked me in right eye": De Villiers recalls playing with blurred vision during last two years of his career

Johannesburg | December 9, 2023 6:50:54 PM IST

South African batting legend and former captain AB De Villiers said that he struggled with blurry vision in his right eye during the last two years of his career, which was caused by an accident involving one of his sons. ... read..

WPL 2024 Auction: Uncapped all-rounder Kashvee Gautam roped in by Gujarat Giants for mammoth Rs 2 crore

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 9, 2023 6:50:47 PM IST

Uncapped India all-rounder Kashvee Gautam sparked a bidding war and made the headline on Saturday as she was roped in by Gujarat Giants for a mammoth Rs 2 crore in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024 auction in Mumbai. ... read..

WPL Auction: Karnataka batter Vrinda Dinesh emerges as surprise big pick, South African legend Shabnim picked by MI

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 9, 2023 6:50:41 PM IST

Karnataka batter Vrinda Dinesh was a surprise big pick in the Women's Premier League (WPL) season two auction as she was picked up by UP Warriorz on Saturday for Rs 1.3 crore, while South African legend Shabnim Ismail was picked by defending champions Mum ... read..

National Selection Trials: Anantjeet Singh Naruka unstoppable as Raiza trumps Ganemat

New Delhi | December 9, 2023 6:50:30 PM IST

Asian Games silver medallist and national champion Anantjeet Singh Naruka brooked no opposition in the men's skeet national selection trials 1, even as Raiza Dhillon trumped national champion Ganemat Sekhon in the women's skeet trials, here at the Dr Karn ... read..

Glenn Phillips reveals factor that "mattered most" in their victory against Bangladesh in 2nd Test

Dhaka | December 9, 2023 6:50:24 PM IST

New Zealand's match winner Glenn Phillips stated that the slender lead of eight runs in the first inning of the second Test "mattered a lot" during their four-wicket victory over Bangladesh on Saturday. ... read..

"No one can walk over my players, in future also I will...": Gambhir defends his action during IPL spat between Virat, Naveen

New Delhi | December 9, 2023 6:50:21 PM IST

Key players return as South Africa announce women's squad for ODI series against Bangladesh

New Delhi | December 9, 2023 5:50:30 PM IST

Pacer Ayabonga Khaka, along with all-rounders Marizanne Kapp and Nadine de Klerk returned to South Africa's ODI squad against Bangladesh. ... read..

Abu Dhabi T10: Despite late stumble, New York Strikers ready to bounce back in playoffs

Abu Dhabi | December 9, 2023 5:50:28 PM IST

Despite a six-wicket loss to Morrisville Samp Army in their final round-robin game of the Abu Dhabi T10 2023, New York Strikers remain confident ahead of the playoffs. ... read..

WPL 2024 Auction: Australia all-rounder Annabel Sutherland sold to Delhi Capitals for Rs 2 crore

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 9, 2023 5:50:23 PM IST

Australia all-rounder Annabel Sutherland has been brought by Delhi Capitals for Rs 2 crore in the ongoing Women's Premier League 2024 auction here in Mumbai on Saturday. ... read..

Para ace shuttlers Pramod Bhagat, Sukant Kadam meet President Droupadi Murmu

New Delhi | December 9, 2023 5:50:13 PM IST

Ace Para Shuttlers Pramod Bhagat and Sukant Kadam meet the President of India Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan under the programme 'The President with People'. ... read..

"I shouldn't have done that": Gautam Gambhir on controversial gesture to crowd in Asia Cup match

New Delhi | December 9, 2023 5:50:03 PM IST

Former India batter Gautam Gambhir, who was part of the 2011 World Cup-winning team, has explained his controversial gesture towards a section of the crowd in Asia Cup match in September this year and said that he reacted the way he did due to some fans s ... read..

"I have moved on": Gautam Gambhir opens up on his brawl with Shahid Afridi

New Delhi | December 9, 2023 5:50:01 PM IST

The 2011 ODI World Cup winner Gautam Gambhir opened up on his heated conversation with Shahid Afridi and said that he has moved on a long back. ... read..

Pakistan women's team's historic T20I series triumph over New Zealand end with 2-1 victory

Queenstown | December 9, 2023 4:51:19 PM IST

Pakistan women's team scripted history by clinching their first T20I series win over New Zealand on Saturday. ... read..

Legends League Cricket: Urbanrisers Hyderabad to take on Manipal Tigers in final

Surat (Gujarat) | December 9, 2023 4:51:13 PM IST

After 21 days of fireworks, the Legends League Cricket has reached the showdown in Surat as debutantes Urbanrisers Hyderabad and Manipal Tigers have reached the final. ... read..

"It's a tough clash with Betis because they're playing really well," says Real head coach Ancelotti

Madrid | December 9, 2023 4:51:04 PM IST

Ahead of Real Madrid's upcoming match against Real Betis in La Liga at Benito Villamarin in Sevilla on Saturday, Los Blancos head coach Carlo Ancelotti accepted that the forthcoming game would be a tough fight. ... read..

WFI elections set to be held on December 21, results to be declared on same day

New Delhi | December 9, 2023 4:50:56 PM IST

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) elections will be held on December 21 and the results will be declared on the same day after counting of votes. ... read..

WPL 2024 Auction: Australia batter Phoebe Litchfield roped in by Gujarat Giants for Rs 1 crore; UP sign Wyatt

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 9, 2023 4:50:34 PM IST

Australia batter Phoebe Litchfield made for a stirring bidding bar as she was roped in by Gujarat Giants for Rs 1 crore in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024 auction in Mumbai on Saturday. ... read..

WPL Auction: Comfortable with our plans, says head coach Luke Williams as RCB looks to secure strong squad

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 9, 2023 2:50:22 PM IST

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will know exactly when and where to raise the paddle during the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024 Player Auction in Mumbai later today as head coach Luke Williams expressed confidence over team's preparations and extensiv ... read..

Hockey India Academy Championship 2023: Roundglass Punjab, HAR Hockey Academy register wins

New Delhi | December 9, 2023 2:50:01 PM IST

The day six of the 1st Hockey India Sub Junior Men Academy Championship 2023 witnessed Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy win their match in the Sub-Junior Category to top Pool B and qualify for the Semi-Finals. Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy wi ... read..

Former West Indies cricketer Joe Solomon dies at 93

New Delhi | December 9, 2023 2:49:57 PM IST

Former West Indies player Joe Solomon died on Saturday at the age of 93. ... read..

"We have to keep doing our work," says East Bengal FC head coach Carles Cuadrat

Kolkata (West Bengal) | December 9, 2023 10:51:03 AM IST

Ahead of East Bengal FC's upcoming clash against Punjab FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Saturday, the Red and Gold head coach Carles Cuadrat said that they will try to fight for points in front of the home fans. ... read..

ICC rates Ahmedabad pitch which hosted ODI World Cup 2023 final as 'average'

New Delhi | December 9, 2023 9:50:26 AM IST

The iconic Narendra Modi Stadium's pitch in Ahmedabad which hosted the ODI World Cup 2023 final match between India and Australia on November 19th has been rated 'average' by the International Cricket Council (ICC), according to ESPNcricinfo. ... read..

Hope players will apply plans to highest level, says Punjab FC's head coach

Kolkata (West Bengal) | December 9, 2023 9:50:14 AM IST

Ahead of Punjab FC's clash against East Bengal FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Saturday, the away side's head coach Staikos Vergetis hoped that his players would execute the plan to clinch a win. ... read..

Cuttack Gears Up for Odisha Masters 2023: A Second Consecutive Year of Premier Badminton Action

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | December 8, 2023 11:51:01 PM IST

In a yet another notable stride for Odisha's thriving sports landscape, Cuttack is poised to host the Odisha Masters 2023 for a second consecutive year from Tuesday next week. ... read..

Gripping bidding day ahead as WPL Season 2 auction less than 24 hours away

New Delhi | December 8, 2023 11:50:44 PM IST

The auction for the Women's Premier League season 2 is less than 24 hours away as the five teams look to fill gaps in their teams by bagging the services of their desired players with the rival teams looking to derail the plans of other teams. ... read..

Guwahati Masters: Malvika Bansod, Ashwini-Tanisha seal spots in semifinals

Guwahati (Assam) | December 8, 2023 10:50:45 PM IST

Singles shuttler star Malvika Bansod and women's doubles combination of Ashwini Ponnappa and Tanisha Crasto registered contrasting victories to reach the semi-final of the Yonex-Sunrise Guwahati Masters Super 100 badminton tournament here on Friday. ... read..

Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed goes for an MRI scan after complaining of discomfort in right leg

Canberra | December 8, 2023 10:50:30 PM IST

Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed went for an MRI scan after he complained of discomfort in his right leg on Day 3 of the four-day Test against Prime Minister's XI on Friday. ... read..

"I am sorry...I struggle to see him": Man City manager Pep Guardiola apologizes to Phillips

Luton | December 8, 2023 9:50:56 PM IST

Manchester City head coach Pep Guardiola apologised to England mid-fielder Kalvin Phillips for the lack of game time and not picking him in the playing XI as he "struggles to see him" in his team. ... read..

Jurgen Klopp issues injury update on Liverpool's star goalkeeper Alisson

London | December 8, 2023 8:51:38 PM IST

Liverpool head coach Jurgen Klopp issued a fitness update on star goalkeeper Alisson ahead of the Premier League clash against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. ... read..

"Vibe in the team is really good": New York Strikers bowling coach Albie Morkel

Abu Dhabi | December 8, 2023 8:51:13 PM IST

New York Strikers bowling coach Albie Morkel praised the bowling efforts of his side and said that the team has a good vibe going for them as with 10 points they sit in pole position for playoffs. ... read..

"Your love, support...": Harry Maguire expresses delight after winning Premier League POTM award

New Delhi | December 8, 2023 8:51:11 PM IST

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire penned a heartfelt message after winning the Premier League Player of the Month award for November. ... read..

ECB's CDC relaxes life ban imposed on former New Zealand cricketer Lou Vincent

New Delhi | December 8, 2023 8:50:56 PM IST

Former New Zealand battler Lou Vincent can continue to play domestic cricket or any level below with immediate effect after the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) revised the life ban imposed on him for corruption in 2014. ... read..

Glenn Maxwell set to miss Melbourne Stars next BBL clash due to injury

Brisbane | December 8, 2023 7:52:57 PM IST

Glenn Maxwell's injury on Friday inflicted a major blow on Melbourne Stars as he is set to miss their next game against Perth Scorchers. ... read..

Indian women's team named for 5 Nations Tournament Valencia 2023

New Delhi | December 8, 2023 7:52:55 PM IST

Hockey India on Friday announced the 22-member Indian Women's Hockey Team for the upcoming 5 Nations Tournament Valencia 2023, scheduled to be held from December 15 to December 22 in Valencia, Spain. ... read..

Australia star Alyssa Healy hopeful of making return against India

Sydney | December 8, 2023 7:52:45 PM IST

Australia's experienced star Alyssa Healy expressed her belief in making a comeback in the one-off Test against India later this month. ... read..

Gujarat Giants emerge as best team in PKL season 10 Ahmedabad leg, Bengaluru leg to start

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | December 8, 2023 7:52:30 PM IST

The kabaddi crazy fans in Ahmedabad waited for four years to watch their team in action in their city and the Gujarat Giants didn't disappoint. Led by the ferocious Fazel Atrachali and guided by one of the most successful coaches in the Pro Kabaddi League ... read..

Punjab Kings appoint Sanjay Bangar as Head of Cricket Development ahead of IPL 2024

New Delhi | December 8, 2023 7:52:12 PM IST

Punjab Kings (PBKS) on Friday announced the arrival of Sanjay Bangar as the new Head of Cricket Development at the franchise ahead of the Indian Premier League 2024. ... read..

"Not prioritising any specific skillset": Delhi Capitals coach Batty ahead of 2024 WPL auction

By Sahil Kohli

New Delhi | December 8, 2023 6:51:35 PM IST

Ahead of the Women's Premier League (WPL) auction, Delhi Capitals (DC) head coach Jonathan Batty said that the team is not prioritizing a specific skillset and wants to get some fine match-winners for their side during the auction. ... read..

Guwahati Masters: Karthikeya Gulshan Kumar, doubles combination of Rao-Harsha Vardhan upset seeded opponents to reach quarters

Guwahati (Assam) | December 8, 2023 5:52:53 PM IST

India's Karthikeya Gulshan Kumar came up with a clinical performance to upset fifth seed Mads Christophersen of Denmark in straight games to reach the men's singles quarterfinals of the Guwahati Masters Super 100 badminton tournament. ... read..

Delhi Capitals look to add depth to their squad at WPL Auction 2024 on Saturday

New Delhi | December 8, 2023 5:52:38 PM IST

Delhi Capitals are all geared up to strengthen their squad in the Auction for the Women's Premier League 2024 set to be held in Mumbai on Saturday. The Delhi-based franchise, which has retained 15 players, has to acquire three players to complete their sq ... read..

Phillips's counterattacking knock keeps NZ alive as bad light affects Day 3 of 2nd Test against Bangladesh

Dhaka | December 8, 2023 5:52:26 PM IST

Glenn Phillips put New Zealand in control in the first innings while Zakir Hasan rose to the challenge in the second innings on day three of the second Test which was majorly affected by rain on Friday at the Shere Bangla National Stadium. ... read..

US Kids Golf Indian Championships: Ganapathy brothers off to good start

Gurugram (Haryana) | December 8, 2023 3:53:14 PM IST

Ganapathy brothers, Jashan and Veer, from Bengaluru, held the spotlight as they both had at least a share of the lead in their respective categories in the first round of the US Kids Golf Indian Championships. ... read..

FIH Hockey Junior World Cup 2023: Spain defeat India 4-1

Kuala Lumpur | December 8, 2023 3:53:12 PM IST

The Indian Junior Men's Hockey Team went down 4-1 to Spain in their second match of the ongoing FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup Malaysia 2023 at the National Hockey Stadium in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur on Thursday. ... read..

"You want to keep your nucleus and build upon it": Anjum Chopra on MI's choices ahead of WPL auction

New Delhi | December 8, 2023 3:52:29 PM IST

Ahead of the blockbuster Women's Premier League 2024 (WPL) auction, former Indian batter and skipper Anjum Chopra said Mumbai Indians (MI) need to keep nucleus and build upon it while recruiting players like middle order batter Simran Shaikh and bowling a ... read..

Abu Dhabi T10: Bangla Tigers gobble up jittery Chennai Braves

Abu Dhabi | December 8, 2023 3:52:27 PM IST

Bangla Tigers prevented Chennai Braves from performing any brave act and raced to a 27-run win in the 26th match of the Abu Dhabi T10 at the Zayed Cricket Stadium. ... read..

SSP Chawrasia Invitational 2023: Local lad Divyanshu Bajaj, Abhinav Lohan clubhouse leaders on rain-hit opening day

Kolkata (West Bengal) | December 8, 2023 2:51:39 PM IST

Kolkata's Divyanshu Bajaj and Abhinav Lohan of the DLF Golf & Country Club, Gurugram, were the joint clubhouse leaders on the rain-hit opening day of the SSP Chawrasia Invitational 2023 being played at the Royal Calcutta Golf Club (RCGC). ... read..

Pro Kabaddi League: "Will try to register 100th Super 10 this season" says Pardeep Narwal

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | December 8, 2023 2:51:30 PM IST

The Pro Kabaddi League superstar Pardeep Narwal became the first player to record 80 Super 10s in PKL during UP Yoddhas' match against Haryana Steelers in Ahmedabad on Wednesday. Narwal, who scored 12 points in the match, helped his team defeat the Steele ... read..

Nagesh Trophy: Batters shine as Karnataka, Delhi register mammoth wins

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | December 8, 2023 1:51:46 PM IST

Karnataka beat Maharashtra by 113 runs while Delhi drubbed Pondicherry by 128 runs on Thursday here at the Doon Baluni Cricket Academy in the ongoing sixth edition of Nagesh Trophy - Men's National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2023-24. ... read..

Khelo India Para Games: Ujjwala ready to welcome delegates as Delhi dresses up

New Delhi | December 8, 2023 1:51:34 PM IST

With just two days left, the National Capital is all set to see history in the making as it gears up to host the inaugural edition of the Khelo India Para Games. As the city opens its arms to the spirited mascot, Ujjwala, a symbol of pride of Delhi and it ... read..

Hockey India Junior, Sub-Junior Academy Championship 2023: Raja Karan Hockey Academy, Army Boys Sports register wins

New Delhi | December 8, 2023 1:51:04 PM IST

Day 5 of the 1st Hockey India Junior and Sub Junior Men Academy Championship 2023 - (Zone A) witnessed Raja Karan Hockey Academy and Cheema Hockey Academy win their respective matches in the Sub Junior category while Army Boys Sports Company, Bhai Behlo H ... read..

Double gold for Naveen at Pistol Nationals

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | December 8, 2023 12:51:41 PM IST

Army Marksmanship Unit (AMU) shooter Naveen, bagged a double gold, winning the men's 10m air pistol individual and team events, as the 66th National Shooting Championship Competitions (NSCC) for Pistol events, concluded here at Bhopal's M.P. State Shootin ... read..

FIH Hockey Women's Junior World Cup 2023: India thrash Korea 3-1 in classification match

Santiago | December 8, 2023 12:51:39 PM IST

The Indian junior women's hockey team registered a 3-1 victory against Korea in the 9th-12th place qualification match of the ongoing FIH Hockey Women's Junior World Cup 2023 in Santiago, Chile on Friday. ... read..

"We have to get back to winning ways": Bengaluru FC's Simon Grayson ahead of Mumbai City clash

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 8, 2023 11:51:16 AM IST

Bengaluru FC head coach Simon Grayson wants his side to return to winning ways in the Indian Super League (ISL) as they prepare to face Mumbai City FC at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru on Friday. ... read..

"Many chances it will be my last year": Rafael Nadal drops huge 2024 retirement hint

Madrid | December 8, 2023 11:50:59 AM IST

The 22-time major champion Rafael Nadal addressed the prospect that 2024 could be his final year as an ATP professional, confessing that it is indeed a reality that he might hang up his racquets at the end of next season. ... read..

Zimbabwe skipper Sikandar Raza 'gutted' despite thrilling win over Ireland

Harare | December 8, 2023 10:51:52 AM IST

Zimbabwe skipper Sikandar Raza was 'gutted' after failing to stay in the middle till the very end as his team clinched a thrilling one-wicket win over Ireland. ... read..

"Everyone's entitled to their own opinions": Australia opener David Warner breaks silence on Mitchell Johnson's criticism

Melbourne | December 8, 2023 10:51:48 AM IST

Former Australia pacer Mitchell Johnson's criticism of ex-teammate David Warner's retirement intentions has prompted the veteran opener to respond, stating that his former teammate is entitled to his ideas, no matter how harsh. ... read..

ISL: Bengaluru FC look to end winless run against unbeaten Mumbai City

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 8, 2023 10:51:40 AM IST

Mumbai City FC returns to the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 action after over a month as they gear up to face Bengaluru FC at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium. ... read..

Sikandar Raza stars with bat as Zimbabwe beat Ireland by 1 wicket in thriller

Harare | December 8, 2023 9:50:48 AM IST

Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza starred with the bat as his team clinched a last-ball victory against Ireland in a thrilling opening T20I of a three-match series. ... read..

"IPL 2024 will serve as great preparatory tournament for T20 World Cup": Jason Holder plays down burnout fears

By Aniket Datta

New Delhi | December 8, 2023 2:50:56 AM IST

Playing down burnout fears, star all-rounder and former West Indies captain, Jason Holder, backed the scheduling of the next season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) ahead of the T20 World Cup next year, saying the premier domestic event would provide an ... read..

Chukwu's header helps Jamshedpur FC share points with Chennaiyin FC

Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) | December 8, 2023 1:50:52 AM IST

Jamshedpur FC held Chennaiyin FC to a 2-2 draw after going down by a couple of goals in the Indian Super League (ISL) match on Thursday at the JRD Tata Sports Complex in Jamshedpur. ... read..

Pro Tennis League's fifth season kicks off with grand opening ceremony

New Delhi | December 8, 2023 1:50:50 AM IST

The fifth season of the Pro Tennis League (PTL) get underway on Thursday at the RK Khanna Stadium in New Delhi. ... read..

"Climate change is real": Ravichandran Ashwin wades into Chennai's flooding woes

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 8, 2023 1:50:48 AM IST

Indian spinning ace Ravichandran Ashwin on Thursday waded into the ongoing flood situation in his native Chennai and also shared a video clip carrying a message on climate change on his social media handle. ... read..

"Arrogant and utterly classless individual": Sreesanth on Gambhir's post

New Delhi | December 8, 2023 12:20:17 AM IST

Former India cricketers Gautam Gambhir and Sreesanth got into a heated argument during the Legends League Cricket (LLC) match between the India Capitals and Gujarat Giants. ... read..

"They need to go after Rachin Ravindra": Pathan advises SRH ahead of IPL 2024 auction

New Delhi | December 7, 2023 10:21:29 PM IST

Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 auction, former Indian pacer Irfan Pathan advised Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and urged the franchise to get Rachin Ravindra to add strength to their side. ... read..

Guwahati Masters: Sameer Verma upsets third seed Kiran George, Aakarshi Kashyap overcome Schulz challenge to advance

Guwahati (Assam) | December 7, 2023 8:21:03 PM IST

Experienced campaigner Sameer Verma proved that he was getting closer to his best as he upset men's singles third seed Kiran George in straight games while women's singles fifth seed Aakarshi Kashyap saved a match point to beat Denmark's Amalie Schulz to ... read..

"Will conduct an internal investigation on violation of code of conduct": LLC on Gautam Gambhir-Sreesanth's heated argument

Surat (Gujarat) | December 7, 2023 7:21:15 PM IST

With respect to an incident that occurred on the field during the match between Gujarat Giants player Sreesanth and India Capitals skipper Gautam Gambhir on Wednesday at Lalbhai Contractor Stadium and subsequent interactions on social media, Legends Leagu ... read..

WTT Star Contender 2024 to start in Goa from January 23

New Delhi | December 7, 2023 7:21:00 PM IST

India's biggest table tennis carnival is back, as the second edition of the WTT Star Contender Goa is slated to take place in Goa from January 23 to 28, 2024. ... read..

Andrew Flintoff to join England staff for T20I series against West Indies

London | December 7, 2023 6:21:19 PM IST

Former England cricketer Andrew Flintoff will rejoin England's backroom staff for the T20I series against West Indies, according to Sky Sports. ... read..

Volleyball Club World Championship: Ahmedabad Defenders put up fight but lose to Itambe Minas

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 7, 2023 6:21:10 PM IST

Prime Volleyball League champions Ahmedabad Defenders put up a spirited performance in Men's Club World Championship debut against the formidable Itambe Minas from Brazil before going down 0-3 in their Pool A clash. ... read..

Can't believe I hold several records in PKL: Fazel Atrachali

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | December 7, 2023 5:21:36 PM IST

The Gujarat Giants registered their third consecutive victory in the Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 after defeating U Mumba 39-37 at the EKA Arena by TransStadia on Tuesday. Sonu led the charge for the Giants once again with 11 points in the game. ... read..

Hosts Delhi aim to set benchmark in inaugural Khelo India Para Games

New Delhi | December 7, 2023 5:21:28 PM IST

As the countdown to the Khelo India Para Games reaches its final stages, Delhi State stands on the cusp of making history. The capital is not only prepared to host a world-class sporting event but is also eager to showcase its unwavering support for para ... read..

Afghanistan to tour UAE for three-match T20I series

Kabul | December 7, 2023 5:21:24 PM IST

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) on Thursday confirmed that the team will embark on a tour to the United Arab Emirates later this month to play a series of three T20Is and two 50-over warmup matches against the hosts at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in U ... read..

Pro Kabaddi League: UP Yoddhas register thirty-point win over Haryana Steelers

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | December 7, 2023 4:22:31 PM IST

The UP Yoddhas put up an all-round masterclass to overpower the Haryana Steelers 57-27 at the EKA Arena on Wednesday in Pro Kabaddi League. ... read..

Narine, Amir praise skipper Pollard after New York Strikers win fourth game in row

Abu Dhabi | December 7, 2023 4:22:21 PM IST

New York Strikers continued their winning streak in Abu Dhabi T10 on Tuesday, as last season's runners-up went past Team Abu Dhabi to clinch their fourth win in a row. With Rahmanullah Gurbaz continuing his blistering form on top and scoring 26-ball 41, a ... read..

Hockey India Junior, Sub-Junior Academy Championship 2023: HAR Hockey, Army Boys register wins

New Delhi | December 7, 2023 4:22:12 PM IST

Day 4 of the 1st Hockey India Junior and Sub Junior Men Academy Championship 2023 - (Zone A) witnessed HAR Hockey Academy and Ghumanhera Riser's Academy win their respective matches in the in the Sub Junior category while Army Boys Sports Company, Salute ... read..

India pacer Mohammed Shami among nominees for ICC Player of Month for November

Dubai | December 7, 2023 4:22:10 PM IST

India pacer Mohammed Shami, who ended the recently concluded ICC World Cup as the leading wicket-taker of the tournament, has been nominated for the ICC Men's Player of the Month Award for November 2023 along with Australia's batting sensation Travis Head ... read..

Abu Dhabi T10: New York Strikers' Amir's four-wicket spell strikes down Chennai Braves

Abu Dhabi | December 7, 2023 4:21:57 PM IST

Former Pakistan left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir displayed the traits that had once hailed him as one of the world's finest demolishers of batting lineups to produce a spell of four wickets for just seven runs to wreck Chennai Braves' batting. His spell restr ... read..

Premier League: Aston Villa shocks Man City; Man United, Liverpool get wins

Birmingham | December 7, 2023 3:20:47 PM IST

A deflected strike from Leon Bailey helped Aston Villa secure a 1-0 win over treble winners Manchester City at Villa Park on Thursday. ... read..

"He called me a fixer...": Sreesanth on argument with Gautam Gambhir during LLC match

New Delhi | December 7, 2023 3:20:29 PM IST

Former Indian pacer Sreesanth accused ex-teammate Gautam Gambhir of calling him a "fixer" during a verbal argument that took place in their Legends League Cricket (LLC) match between India Capitals and Gujarat Giants. ... read..

"Smile when the world is all about attention": Gautam Gambhir posts cryptic tweet

New Delhi | December 7, 2023 2:22:07 PM IST

Former Indian batter Gautam Gambhir posted a cryptic tweet on Thursday. ... read..

"He is still talking about things to achieve": Steve Smith's manager rules out Test retirement this season

Melbourne | December 7, 2023 1:21:57 PM IST

Star Australian batter Steve Smith will not be retiring from Test cricket this season, as he is still "talking about things he wants to achieve" despite a lean run in the longest format by his own mighty standards. ... read..

"Pleasing to touch a milestone, was searching for runs," says England skipper Buttler after win over WI

St John's | December 7, 2023 1:21:47 PM IST

Following his side's six-wicket win over West Indies in the second ODI, England skipper Jos Buttler expressed happiness with his knock, saying that he was searching for runs and was pleased to touch the 5,000 run mark in ODIs. ... read..

Gautam Gambhir, Sreesanth get in heated argument during Legends League Cricket match

Surat (Gujarat) | December 7, 2023 1:21:42 PM IST

A heated argument occurred between Gautam Gambhir and Sreesanth during the Legends League Cricket (LLC) match between India Capitals and Gujarat Giants on Wednesday. ... read..

"Sherfane has matured a lot," says WI skipper Hope after loss to England in 2nd ODI

St John's | December 7, 2023 1:21:14 PM IST

Following his side's loss to England in the second ODI by six wickets, West Indies skipper Shai Hope lauded batter Sherfane Rutherford, saying that he has matured a lot in his craft. ... read..

New logo of ICC T20 World Cup revealed ahead of 2024 edition in West Indies/USA

Dubai | December 7, 2023 1:21:12 PM IST

The ICC T20 World Cup has got a makeover, with a new logo unveiled for the marquee event of T20I cricket on Thursday. ... read..

"We need to change our attacking dynamic": Jamshedpur FC head coach Scott Cooper

Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) | December 7, 2023 12:20:26 PM IST

Jamshedpur FC head coach Scott Cooper is anticipating the challenge as his team faces Chennaiyin FC in Matchweek 9 of the Indian Super League (ISL) at the JRD Tata Sports Complex in Jamshedpur. ... read..

"Tough game, but it's one we're looking forward to": Chennaiyin FC head coach Owen Coyle ahead of Jamshedpur clash

Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) | December 7, 2023 12:20:24 PM IST

Chennaiyin FC head coach Owen Coyle is optimistic as they travel to face his former side Jamshedpur FC in Matchweek 9 of the Indian Super League (ISL) at the JRD Tata Sports Complex. ... read..

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