Sports

Perth curator opens up on pitch ahead of Ashes Opener

Having opened in 2018, Optus Stadium in Perth has missed two international cricket seasons due to Covid, and the stadium is a relatively new Test venue with no consistent trend established yet.

2025-11-19T10:31:31.105132+00:00 IST

Mark Greatbatch takes over as New Zealand Cricket president

Former wicketkeeper-batter Mark Greatbatch has been elected as the new president of New Zealand Cricket (NZC), the board announced in a press release on Wednesday

2025-11-19T10:31:23.985279+00:00 IST

Lungi Ngidi drafted in for Guwahati Test against India

Ngidi's call-up indicates that Kagiso Rabada, who missed the team's memorable win in Kolkata due to a rib injury, is still uncertain for the next match.

2025-11-19T08:57:04.131064+00:00 IST

Anil Kumble "surprised" by CSK trading out veteran all-rounder

Overall, Jadeja has played 27 matches for RR in IPL. The all-rounder has scalped six wickets and amassed 430 runs for the Rajasthan-based franchise.

2025-11-19T08:51:32.968619+00:00 IST

Anil Kumble backs CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad to open the innings

Speaking on the TATA IPL Retention Show, JioStar expert Anil Kumble said that despite CSK having Samson and Mhatre, Gaikwad should be their opener.

2025-11-19T08:45:03.232394+00:00 IST

Rohit Sharma's reign over as Daryl Mitchell claims top ranking

Former India captain Rohit Sharma's time as the No.1 ranked ODI batter has ended as New Zealander Daryl Mitchell rose to the top of the ICC Men's ODI Batting Rankings on the back of an excellent century against the West Indies

2025-11-19T08:39:33.237742+00:00 IST

"Responding well": BCCI provide update on Shubman Gill’s recovery

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has provided an update regarding the ongoing treatment of India Test captain Shubman Gill's neck injury, stating that he is "responding well", as per the official website of the International Cricket Council (ICC).

2025-11-19T08:33:56.707323+00:00 IST

Cricket

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Mitchell Marsh on Pakistan whitewash prior to T20 WC

Marsh spoke on the 3-0 whitewash at the hands of Pakistan, one which included their worst-ever T20I defeat - a 111-run hammering in Lahore on February 1.

2026-02-10T12:05:39.810877+00:00 IST

Managing committee is continuing to make every possible effort

The former India cricketer, Prasad said that the KSCA facilitated a meeting between RCB and the Karnataka government to secure permission to host IPL matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium. Prasad said they met with Home Minister G Parameshwara, who was supportive and promised to schedule another meeting with his committee on February 12 to finalise the decision.

2026-02-10T11:31:22.820168+00:00 IST

Javdev Shah on Pakistan's U-turn before T20 WC match against Ind

Pakistan, after an earlier announcement to boycott the much-anticipated match against India on Monday, reversed course after the Government of Pakistan directed its national cricket team to take the field on February 15 for their scheduled fixture against the Men in Blue.

2026-02-10T11:29:05.214208+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Mukund, Riya and Sahaja up for grabs at PTL auction⁣

Mukund Sasikumar, Riya Bhatia with Sahaja Yamalapalli will be part of the players' pool for the auction. The 40 Players participating have been divided into five categories.

2023-10-26T03:05:19.888519+00:00 IST

ITF World Tennis Tour: Sidharth, Karan cruise into pre-quarters

Sidharth Rawat of India made a confident start to his campaign in the ITF Davangere Men's World Tennis Tour which kicked off at the prestigious Davangere Tennis Association courts here on Tuesday. The fifth seed scored a facile 6-1, 6-4 win over Suraj Prabodh to enter the pre-quarterfinals

2023-10-24T15:34:17.271203+00:00 IST

Digvijay highest seeded Indian at ITF Davanagere WTT

Ramkumar Ramanathan, who grabbed the Dharwad Men's World Tennis Tour title on Sunday, would be keen to sustain his winning ways as contends in the ITF Davanagere Men's World Tennis Tour, the main round of which, begins at the District Tennis Association Davanagere courts which begins here from Tuesday.

2023-10-24T06:52:35.723700+00:00 IST

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PM Modi hails Indian boxers for medals in World Boxing Cup finals

"Our phenomenal athletes delivered an extraordinary, record-breaking performance at the World Boxing Cup Finals 2025! They brought home an unprecedented 20 medals including 9 Golds. This is due to the resolve and determination of our boxers. Congratulations to them. Best wishes for the endeavours ahead," PM Modi said.

2025-11-24T07:03:29.890707+00:00 IST

"Really nice to see him back on podium again": Peter Gade

"First of all I want to say congrats, I think it's really nice to see him back on the podium again, number one and I know it's been a tough time for him. We all know he has got the potential to do big things but it's been a bit up and down and he stayed in there and he kept fighting, him and his team, huge credit for him to coming through and I am sure this makes him believe for the future big events coming, also for the World Championships at home, that is possible," Gade told ANI.

2025-11-23T18:17:59.279038+00:00 IST

KIUG Rajasthan 2025 will help shape global champions

The fifth edition of Khelo India University Games, are all set for a grand opening on Monday. Khelo India University Games (KIUG) 2025, organised by the Sports Authority of India (SAI), in association with the Government of Rajasthan and the Rajasthan State Sports Council (RSSC), will be held across seven cities -- Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Ajmer, Bharatpur and Bikaner

2025-11-23T17:35:00.270050+00:00 IST

Football

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FA Cup 2024-25: Manchester City face Crystal Palace in final

Manchester City will lock horns with Crystal Palace at Wembley Stadium in London on Saturday.

2025-05-16T14:30:59.593349+00:00 IST

India look for calm in stormy Arunachal ahead of SAFF U19 SFs

The SAFF U19 Championship 2025 is now at its business end after the conclusion of the group stage. India will take on the Maldives in the semi-final on Friday, May 16, at the Golden Jubilee Stadium, whereas Nepal and Bangladesh will meet in the first semi-final on the same day.

2025-05-16T04:47:50.706850+00:00 IST

"Closer than ever to my dream": Hrithik Tiwari on India call-up

FC Goa goalkeeper Hrithik Tiwari has received his first call-up to the Indian national team for the two upcoming fixtures in June. A breakout star for the Gaurs this season, Tiwari featured in 19 Indian Super League (ISL) matches and made 26 appearances across all competitions.

2025-05-16T04:35:43.749687+00:00 IST

Hockey

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"I was really sad because...": Amit Rohidas on his red card

India men's hockey team defender Amit Rohidas stated that he was sad after he missed out on the opportunity to feature against Germany in the semi-finals at the Paris Olympics due to the one-match ban he was handed in the final eight.

2024-08-13T13:23:03.497325+00:00 IST

"Want to inspire a new generation with our medal...": Sreejesh

The Harmanpreet Singh-led side secured a historic bronze medal, defeating Spain 2-1, marking their second consecutive Olympic medal, an achievement last accomplished 52 years ago. The match, held at the Yves-du-Manoir Stadium on Thursday, was especially significant as it also served as the farewell game for legendary Indian goalkeeper PR Sreejesh, who played his last international match.

2024-08-13T11:52:54.139693+00:00 IST

"We've made this a habit": Legendary hockey goalie PR Sreejesh

Following his team's bronze medal win at the Paris Olympics, former Indian men's hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh expressed his feelings saying that the team have made the habit of winning the bronze medal at the Olympics.

2024-08-13T07:24:21.004315+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Sachin Tendulkar remembers Sathya Sai Baba’s blessings

Speaking at the event, Tendulkar recalled how a gesture from Sathya Sai Baba ahead of the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup, which India won, gave him inner strength and confidence.

2025-11-19T08:09:06.804900+00:00 IST

Cricket

Tamil Nadu bring in Venkataramana as white-ball head coach

Winless after four rounds of the Ranji Trophy, Tamil Nadu (TN) have overhauled their coaching structure, with former left-arm spinner M Venkataramana set to replace M Senthilnathan as head coach for the white-ball leg of the domestic season

2025-11-19T06:53:23.169486+00:00 IST

Cricket

Steve Smith injured in nets, but quick return calms fears

Steve Smith gave the Australian camp a real scare after appearing to injure his wrist but the good news is that the captain seems to have avoided anything serious

2025-11-19T05:23:34.332246+00:00 IST

Football

McTominay’s wonder strike fires Scotland to first WC in 28 years

On a memorable night for Scottish football, one that ended a 28-year wait for World Cup qualification, Scott McTominay produced arguably the finest goal of his career. The Napoli midfielder, also the reigning Serie A Player of the Year threw himself acrobatically into the air to set the tone for a crucial qualifier against Denmark in Glasgow. At the moment, he is enjoying a dream run for both club and country

2025-11-19T04:30:16.979895+00:00 IST

Cricket

Quetta Qavalry storm past Northern Warriors with a dominant win

The 2025 Abu Dhabi T10 roared to life at the Zayed Cricket Stadium as the Quetta Qavalry announced their arrival in style, powering to a commanding 51-run win over the Northern Warriors

2025-11-19T03:29:38.287749+00:00 IST

Hockey

CM Vishnu Deo Sai reveal Hockey Men's Junior World Cup Trophy

Chhattisgarh Assembly Speaker Raman Singh and Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai unveiled the trophy of Hockey Men's Junior World Cup.

2025-11-19T03:05:48.615636+00:00 IST

Cricket

Ricky Ponting selects his Australia XI for Ashes opener in Perth

Former Aussie captain Ricky Ponting has revealed his preferred Australian line-up for the first Ashes Test against England, scheduled to be played in Perth on Friday.

2025-11-19T02:48:01.196833+00:00 IST

Cricket

Asia Cup Rising Stars: India A defeat Oman, reach semif-final

India A secured their spot in the semifinals of the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025-26 with a convincing six-wicket victory over Oman in a crucial Group B T20 encounter at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium in Doha on Tuesday.

2025-11-18T18:14:37.395796+00:00 IST

Others

Arundhati Choudhary knocks down World Cup medalist Leonie Müller

Arundhati Choudhary delivered one of the most commanding performances of the tournament, stopping Germany's Leonie Muller--a medallist at all three stages of the 2025 World Boxing Cup--via RSC to headline a sensational Day 3 for India at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex.

2025-11-18T18:00:49.854857+00:00 IST

Others

Pranavi becomes first woman to lead at IGPL

Pranavi Urs became the first woman player to hold a share of the lead at any point on the IGPL Tour. With a round of 6-under 62, she shares the lead with Karandeep Kochhar after the first day of the IGPL Invitational Mumbai,

2025-11-18T17:58:35.472703+00:00 IST

Cricket

BCB announces leadership shuffle across formats

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has revamped its leadership structure, naming Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Najmul Hossain Shanto and Saif Hassan as vice-captains in Tests, ODIs and T20Is respectively, with Shanto continuing as Test captain through the 2025-27 WTC cycle and Miraz leading the ODI side.

2025-11-18T17:57:50.161144+00:00 IST

Football

India suffer narrow defeat in Bangladesh

India suffered a 0-1 defeat in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifiers Group C match against hosts Bangladesh at the National Stadium in Dhaka on Tuesday.

2025-11-18T17:47:24.509549+00:00 IST

Cricket

Pakistan edge Zimbabwe by five wickets in T20I Tri-Series opener

Pakistan defeated Zimbabwe by five wickets in the opening match of the T20I Tri-Series in Rawalpindi, overcoming scares in both innings. After Zimbabwe posted 147/8, Pakistan's chase became shaky when they collapsed to 54/4. However, a crucial 61-run stand between Fakhar Zaman and Usman Khan made sure Pakistan got over the line.

2025-11-18T17:44:48.830447+00:00 IST

Hockey

Punjab secure win on Day 4 of HI Sub Junior Women Academy C'ship

Day four of the 3rd Hockey India Sub Junior Women Academy Championship 2025 - Zone A & B witnessed comprehensive performances at the Kailash Hockey Stadium in Karnal, Haryana, on Tuesday.

2025-11-18T17:37:53.208008+00:00 IST