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Bangladesh skipper Shanto Najmul Hossain on Friday promised that his new-look team will play aggressive brand of cricket in the upcoming T20 series against India, saying that the Test series…
One of the premier spinners in contemporary cricket, star Afghanistan bowler Rashid Khan celebrated a significant milestone in his life by tying the knot on October 3. The wedding took…
Shafali Verma, the significant other of the blockbuster Indian opening pair, says her no-holds-barred approach goes well with Smriti Mandhana`s elegance and both can “sense each others feelings just by…
More than 2,500 police personnel have been deployed for Sunday’s India-Bangladesh T20 match in Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh, an official said. The massive deployment comes amid a call for a…
Run-machine Sarfaraz Khan had made a promise to his Mumbai teammates and his family after his younger brother Musheer was ruled out of the Irani Cup match against Rest of…
Former Australian cricketer Tom Moody questioned if star Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya is worth being retained for Rs 18 crore by the Mumbai Indians (MI) for IPL 2025, and also…
South Africa proved to be too strong for West Indies as they romped to a 10-wicket win to begin their campaign in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup on a…
India vs New Zealand LIVE Telecast: India and New Zealand both will be kicking off their 2024 T20 World Cup campaigns on Friday with a game against each other. Both…
The Indian senior men’s football team will face Vietnam in a one-off friendly match on October 12 following the withdrawal of Lebanon from the tri-nation friendly tournament, at the Thien…
The Indian senior men’s football team will face Vietnam in a one-off friendly match on October 12 following the withdrawal of Lebanon from the tri-nation friendly tournament, at the Thien…
England captain Ben Stokes is still a doubtful starter for the side’s first Test against Pakistan, starting on October 7 in Multan. Stokes is recovering from a hamstring injury sustained…
The Indian cricket team is preparing for the first T20I match against Bangladesh in Gwalior on Sunday. In preparation, players were seen sweating in a fielding drill conducted by fielding…
Seasoned spin duo of Shams Mulani and Tanush Kotian became catalysts of Rest of India’s sudden middle-order collapse that saw them lose six wickets for only 23 runs Friday, putting…
Fast bowler Nandre Burger has been ruled out of the remainder of South Africa’s ongoing ODI series against Ireland and the upcoming Test tour of Bangladesh due to a lumbar…
Former Indian cricket team batter Aakash Chopra believes that Kolkata Knight Riders’ first retention ahead of the IPL 2025 auction should be their skipper Shreyas Iyer. Under Shreyas’ leadership, KKR…
The 49th-ranked Karolina Muchova stunned top seed Aryna Sabalenka in three sets to reach the China Open semi-finals on Friday. The Czech player won 7-6 (7/5), 2-6, 6-4 and faces…
Stefanos Tsitsipas served sweet revenge after months of bad form on Friday when he defeated Japan’s Kei Nishikori in straight sets to advance into the third round of the Shanghai…
World number one Jannik Sinner said Friday he was not in a “comfortable” situation as his doping case dragged on, but insisted he felt ready for his first match at…
Shafali Verma, the significant other of the blockbuster Indian opening pair, says her no-holds-barred approach goes well with Smriti Mandhana’s elegance and both can “sense each others feelings just by…
Birthday wishes poured in for Team India’s star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant as he turned 27 on Friday. Pant, who was born on October 4, 1997, recently helped India beat Bangladesh…
Two of the greatest captains in the Indian Premier League (IPL) history, MS Dhoni and Harbhajan Singh created a duopoly during their reign at the top. The two led Chennai…
Having not played for Pakistan in over three years, out-of-favour pacer Mohammad Abbas insisted that he is enjoying his stint with Hampshire in England’s County cricket. Abbas last played for…
South Africa vs West Indie LIVE Updates, Women’s T20 World Cup: South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt won the toss and opted to bowl against West Indies in their Women’s T20…
MS Dhoni is among the greatest captains ever India produced. The legend retired from international cricket as the only skipper to win all three major ICC white-ball titles – T20…
India’s Rohan Bopanna and his Croatian partner Ivan Dodig cherished their first win after joining forces, moving to the second round of the ATP Shanghai Masters with a straight-set victory…
India’s Rohan Bopanna and his Croatian partner Ivan Dodig cherished their first win after joining forces, moving to the second round of the ATP Shanghai Masters with a straight-set victory…
‘Sixty Strikes’, a tournament inaugurated by the National Cricket League, USA, received the coveted approval from the International Cricket Council (ICC) ahead of its start. The National Cricket League also…
The much-awaited Hockey India League (HIL) is set to return after seven long years in a new avatar, where both the men and women teams will participate. While the men’s…
Former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) president Ramiz Raja said that Indian veteran Ravichandran Ashwin has not been celebrated enough as an all-rounder, calling him a “no-nonsense cricketer”. Ramiz’s remarks come…
As Team India prepare to begin their Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 campaign against New Zealand, members of the squad were given a welcome surprise. In a video posted by…
The trio of Mukesh Nelavalli, Raajwardan Patil, and Harsimar Singh Rattha secured victory in the men’s 25m rapid-fire pistol team competition, marking India’s 11th gold medal at the ongoing ISSF…
Delhi Capitals co-owner Parth Jindal has given a massive update about the team’s retentions. He said that DC captain Rishabh Pant “will definitely be retained”. Notably, the Board of Control…
Left-arm wrist spinner Tabraiz Shamsi on Thursday opted out of Cricket South Africa’s central contract pool to more actively pursue opportunities in T20 leagues across the globe. Shamsi will be…
Mark Adair took four more wickets for Ireland, but it wasn’t enough this time as South Africa won the opening cricket match of their ODI series by 139 runs. South…
Shardul Thakur, who played a vital role in extending Mumbai’s innings in the ongoing Irani Cup against Rest of India here, has been discharged from the hospital. He was admitted…
In-form opener Abhimanyu Easwaran sent a timely reminder to the national selectors with his third successive hundred while holding the Rest of India innings together after Mumbai posted a mammoth…
India`s aggressive play which turned a dead Test match against Bangladesh at Kanpur into a win that gained fame in the same time it took to achieve it, has become…
The ICC’s decision to bring the prize money for the Women’s T20 World Cup at par with the men’s tournament will not only help promote the game worldwide, but also…
The ICC has introduced a social media moderation tool at the Women’s T20 World Cup to “protect the cricket community from toxic content” and create a safer and inclusive online…
India’s challenge in the Group of Death begins in earnest when they take on New Zealand in a Group ‘A’ match of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup here today.…
WWE, the World Wrestling Entertainment, remains the top-ranked professional wrestling company across the world. Over the years, the company has given the wrestling entertainment world many top stars, like Brock…
Days before a T20I cricket match between India and Bangladesh in Gwalior, the district magistrate has clamped prohibitory orders, banning protests and circulation of inflammatory material, especially on social media,…
India’s newly appointed bowling Morne Morkel had some tricky tasks to deal with ahead of the start of the T20I series against Bangladesh. Team India players, part of the Bangladesh…
Erik ten Hag pleaded to be given until the end of the season as Manchester United boss after needing a late Harry Maguire equaliser to salvage a 3-3 draw at…
France captain Kylian Mbappe has been left out of his team’s UEFA Nations League matches this month after coach Didier Deschamps on Thursday named his squad. The Real Madrid star…
AC Milan’s star recruit Alvaro Morata revealed on Thursday that he was forced to move house after the mayor of the Italian town he chose to live with his family…
Harry Maguire struck in the 91st minute to spare Manchester United’s blushes as they rescued a 3-3 draw at Porto in the Europa League on Thursday, while Chelsea kickstarted their…
Pakistan could have separate cricket captains in all three formats, given the heavy schedule of the side and the pressure it could put on one white-ball skipper, according to sources.…
Reigning Spanish and European champions Real Madrid have started the season below their brilliant best and this week finally tumbled to a first defeat since January. Carlo Ancelotti’s side were…
One of the finest spinners in the game at present, Afghanistan star spinner Rashid Khan tied the nuptial knot as he got married on October 03. Rashid got married in…
Pakistan’s limited-overs team was leaderless on Wednesday after captain Babar Azam resigned, compounding a management crisis experts say has badly affected the team’s international performance. Pakistani cricket is flailing in…
A funny interaction of Indian cricket team players during their apperance at ‘The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 2’ is going viral on social media. The funny incident took place…
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) continues to be criticized. While it was the frequent changes in board members and captaincy that saw it facing backlash, a new issue has come…
West Indies all-rounder Andre Russel took to social media to launch an explicit-filled rant following a controversy during the eliminator match of Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2024. Russell, who plays…
Former Australia captain Brad Haddin hailed Indian skipper Rohit Sharma for pulling a win out of the almost unwinnable match against Bangladesh in Kanpur. He also backed Team India to…
Team India skipper Rohit Sharma opened up on how relieved it was for him on a personal level when he won the T20 World Cup 2024 triumph. Rohit Sharma was…
Bangladesh displayed a superb team effort to beat Scotland by 16 runs in the opening match of the Women`s T20 World Cup here on Thursday. Opting to bat, Bangladesh posted…
Former Pakistan cricketer Ramiz Raja feels that Team India`s Ravichandran Ashwin is not celebrated enough as an all-rounder. Ramiz Raja`s comments came after Ravichandran Ashwin`s stunning performances during the recently…
Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana Joty on Thursday described her team’s first victory in a Women’s T20 World Cup match for a decade as “very emotional” and suggested it would create…
Pakistan staged a determined fightback to beat Sri Lanka by 31 runs in their opening game of the Women’s T20 World Cup campaign in Sharjah on Thursday. Left-arm spinner Sadia…
Former Team India cricketer Mohammed Kaif said that in case Mumbai Indians star Rohit Sharma makes himself available for the Indian Premier League`s auction, then Royal Challengers Bengaluru should take…
Former Pakistan cricketer Ramiz Raja opened up on Ravichandran Ashwin’s performance in the India-Bangladesh Test series and said that the 38-year-old has not received the kind of status as an…
Former Australian captain Brad Haddin lauded Indian skipper Rohit Sharma for being able to force out a result out of an almost unwinnable match against Bangladesh in Kanpur and backed…
After his life-threatening skiing accident in 2013, Formula One legend Michael Schumacher’s life has changed immeasurably over the years. Since then, details about his health condition have been kept confidential.…
The IPL 2025 mega auction retention rules were announced by the Indian Premier League (IPL) Governing Council on Sunday. Alongside the rule that IPL franchises can retain upto a maximum…
As the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup kicks off today, all eyes are on Team India as they set out to make `HerStory` by chasing their first-ever title. Catch all…
Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh has been blasted by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) physiotherapist Tommy Simsek for his recent comment regarding MS Dhoni‘s anger. In the interaction, Harbhajan recalled the…
Former Team India spinner Harbhajan Singh said the women`s team will face a tough challenge from Australia and Sri Lanka in the upcoming ICC Women`s T20 World Cup 2024. Ahead…
Mohammed Shami recently had an emotional meeting with his daughter Aaira. The Indian cricket team star met her daughter after a long time, and the father-daughter duo could be seen…
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday said that a Draft Sports Policy, aimed at “modernizing and updating” the current framework in line with India’s evolving sporting landscape, has been released…
The Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, which got underway in Sharjah on Thursday afternoon, will see ten teams rely on their experienced and younger players to lead them to glory…
In-form opener Abhimanyu Easwaran sent a timely reminder to the national selectors with his third successive hundred while holding the Rest of India innings together after Mumbai posted a mammoth…
Former Pakistan opener Mudassar Nazar has blamed PCB for the escalating tension between senior players Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi, insisting that the board must provide its captain with…
Indian football legend Bhaichung Bhutia made a firm statement regarding the possibility of young Indian talents going to play abroad in the Premier League ecosystem. At an event to celebrate…
Apart from chasing their first-ever Women’s T20 World Cup, India will also be striving to make a rare double of winning two silverwares in the shortest format in both genders,…
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Live Updates: Pakistan and Sri Lanka face each other in their first game at the T20 World Cup 2024. Both the sides will be eager to…
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka LIVE Telecast: The Pakistan cricket team will take on Sri Lanka in its campaign opener at the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. The Fatima Sana-led side…
The Indian cricket team is in the middle of a long Test season. After the series against Bangladesh, India will next face New Zealand in a three-Test series starting on…
Left-arm wrist spinner Tabraiz Shamsi on Thursday opted out of Cricket South Africa’s central contract pool to more actively pursue opportunities in T20 leagues across the globe. However, Shamsi will…
Former captain Sunil Chhetri on Thursday termed centre back Anwar Ali an “asset” for Indian football while urging players across the spectrum to stay away from controversies as much as…
No stranger to the physical toll of weight management during a competition, six-time world champion boxer MC Mary Kom Thursday waded into the debate surrounding wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s Olympic heartbreak…
Embattled Indian Olympic Association President PT Usha has called a Special General Meeting of the body on October 25 to address contentious issues, including the appointment of CEO Raghuram Iyer,…
Premier batter Babar Azam had lost his interest in captaining the national white ball teams after a critical report submitted by the limited overs head coach Gary Kirsten to the…
Former India all-rounder Ajay Jadeja feels Chennai Super Kings (CSK) icon MS Dhoni has no desire to be retained as the top pick ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League…
Legendary Pakistan batter Zaheer Abbas has joined the list of ex-Pakistan cricketers and pundits asking for Babar Azam to be dropped from the national side. Babar Azam’s reputation has taken…
Leg-spinner Usman Qadir has announced his retirement from Pakistan cricket at the age of 31. Usman, the son of legendary spinner Abdul Qadir, picked 32 wickets from playing 25 T20Is…
Former Pakistan pacer Sikander Bakht has lashed out at Babar Azam after the latter announced the decision to step down as the captain of the white-ball team. Bakht feels Babar…
Former Pakistan pacer Sikander Bakht has lashed out at Babar Azam after the latter announced the decision to step down as the captain of the white-ball team. Bakht feels Babar…
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 auction will be a much followed affair. This time it’s a mega auction, that means the 10 franchises will have to go the extra…
Scotland vs Bangladesh LIVE Updates: Bangladesh face Scotland in the opening of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 at the Sharjah International Cricket. Tournament debutant Scotland have lost each…
Bangladesh vs Scotland LIVE Telecast: Bangladesh will kick off their Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 voyage against Scotland in the tournament opener on Thursday. Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana said that…
Rohit Sharma believes that he has played enough cricket to trust his own judgements, like he did in what will be seen as a potentially grammar changing Test match against…
In a historic first, nine West Indies cricketers, including ODI vice-captain Alzarri Joseph, pace sensation Shamar Joseph, women’s T20I skipper Hayley Matthews and her deputy Shemaine Campbelle, were awarded multi-year…
India’s World Cup-winning spinner Harbhajan Singh said the Harmanpreet Kaur-led side will face a tough challenge from Australia and Sri Lanka in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. The global…
India batter Sarfaraz Khan stole the limelight on Wednesday, as he struck a sensational double century for Mumbai against Rest of India (ROI) on Day 2 of the Irani Cup…
The 10th month of the year started inauspiciously for Parel Sporting Club in the premier division of the Dr HD Kanga Cricket League on Wednesday. They were dismissed for a…
A cricket team, it’s often said with good reason, assumes the character of its captain. Unlike most other sports where captaincy is often a ceremonial position and is generally conferred…
Will the Indian women finally break the jinx by winning the Women’s T20 World Cup, which begins here today? They have never won an ICC Trophy and hopefully, this is…
Former India wrestler Vinesh Phogat was once again accused of not mentioning the name of uncle Mahavir Phogat in her ‘thank you’ note following the Paris Olympics 2024 disqualification. Vinesh…
There are no shortcuts to beating Australia and every team has to give its best if it aspires to overcome the six-time world champions, said India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana ahead…