Sports News For The Month Nov and Year 2015
Fury accuses Klitschko camp of trying to drug him
Tyson Fury has accused Wladimir Klitschko's camp of being "cheats" and says he refused to accept any water after beating the Ukrainian in Saturday's world heavyweight title fight for fear of being drugged.2015-11-30
Sindhu, Srikanth eye Indonesia Masters title
After completing a hat-trick of titles at Macau Open, Indian shuttler P V Sindhu is now training her eyes at the Indonesia Masters Grand Prix Gold.2015-11-30
Karnataka name 20-member squad for Junior National Badminton Championships
Karnataka named a strong 20-member squad for the Junior National Badminton Championships (U-17, U-19) to be held at Jaipur from Dec 2 to Dec 6.2015-11-30
Badminton legend Lin Dan outlines sharper focus for Rio 2016
Two-time Olympic badminton champion Lin Dan will scale back commercial activities in a bid to turn his focus squarely on next year's Olympic Games, has said.2015-11-30
BAI to give Sindhu 10 lakh for Macau Open win
Badminton Association of India (BAI) on Monday announced a cash award of Rs 10 lakh for PV Sindhu in recognition of her impressive title victory at the Macau Open.2015-11-30
My immediate target is Indonesia Open: PV Sindhu
Two-time World Championship bronze-medallist PV Sindhu finished runners-up at Denmark Open, her maiden Super Series final appearance, and then clinched her first trophy of the season at the Macau Open on Sunday.2015-11-30
PV Sindhu grabs a rare title hat-trick in Macau
PV Sindhu, who lost almost half of 2015 to a heel injury, extended her unbeaten reign in Macau and not only ended her title drought but also brought cheer to the Indian ranks, starved as they have been for titles in the last six months.2015-11-30
The 2015 Formula One season in numbers
The 2015 Formula One season in numbers after the final race in Abu Dhabi.2015-11-29
'Lucky' Fury already relishing Klitschko rematch
Tyson Fury insists he is just a 'normal person who got lucky' enough to become the new world heavyweight champion and is already relishing a rematch against Wladimir Klitschko.2015-11-29
Hope to be fit ahead of World Superseries Finals: Saina Nehwal
Still recuperating from a foot injury, World championship silver medallist Saina Nehwal exuded confidence of regaining her fitness ahead of the prestigious BWF World Superseries Finals.2015-11-29
Perez secures fifth place in season-ending Abu Dhabi GP
Sergio Perez ended his 2015 Formula One season with a solid fifth place as Sahara Force India enjoyed a double-points finish at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the last race on the calender, here today.2015-11-29
I haven't been to Taj Mahal yet and that's one place on my wish list: Martina Hingis
In a quick chat with Martina Hingis before her Champions Tennis League match in Chennai, she opened up about her partnerships with Leander Paes and Sania Mirza, her plans post retirement, visits to India and more.2015-11-29
Sarita, Shiva in Indian team for China exposure trip
On a comeback trail after serving out her one-year ban, Asian Games bronze-medallist L Sarita Devi will be seen in competitive action from December 1 as part of a 13-strong Indian team.2015-11-29
Briton DeGale beats Bute to defend title
Former olympic gold medalist James DeGale successfully defended his IBF super middleweight title for the first time Saturday with a unanimous decision over Canada's Lucian Bute.2015-11-29
PV Sindhu wins Macau Open Grand Prix Gold third year in a row
Star Indian shuttler PV Sindhu defeated Minatsu Mitani of Japan in the summit clash of Macau Open Grand Prix Gold to win the title third year in a row in Macau on Sunday. Sindhu came through with a 21-9, 21-23, 21-14 scoreline against the sixth-seed Mitani.2015-11-29
A day after Nagpur Test, wildlife fun for players
Cricketers getting time to relax is rarity these days. This series has been different. The first Test match in Mohali finished in three days and in Banglaore the last four days got washed out.2015-11-29
Fury vows to be 'most charming champ since Ali'
Britain's Tyson Fury has vowed to be "the most charismatic champion since Muhammad Ali" after delivering on his promise to dethrone Wladimir Klitschko and become the new world heavyweight champion.2015-11-29
Klitschko demands Fury rematch after bruising loss
Former heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko demanded a rematch minutes after losing his four world titles to British challenger Tyson Fury on Saturday in a stunning unanimous points decision.2015-11-29
Sindhu a win away from Macau hat-trick
After losing almost six months to a heel injury, Sindhu has a great chance to sign off 2015 on a winning note.2015-11-29
Tyson Fury ends Wladimir Klitschko's heavyweight reign
Tyson Fury defeated Wladimir Klitschko by unanimous decision Saturday to end the Ukrainian's 9 1/2-year reign as heavyweight champion and fulfill his father's prophesy from the day he was born.2015-11-29
Tamil Nadu schoolboy Murali crowned Natl Chess champion
Sixteen year old Karthikeyan Murali of Tamil Nadu was crowned as the national champion irrespective of the final round loss to IM Arghyadip Das in the ONGC 53rd National Premier Chess Championship here today.2015-11-28
Klitschko-Fury fight is on after soft canvas issue resolved
Tyson Fury has withdrawn a complaint about the canvas being too soft for Saturday's world heavyweight title fight against Wladimir Klitschko, meaning the bout will go ahead as planned.2015-11-28
Alonso plays down talk of taking a year off
Fernando Alonso has played down suggestions he could take a sabbatical from Formula One in 2016 due to McLaren's poor performance this season.2015-11-28
Sindhu advances to Macau Open final
P V Sindhu stood just one win away from completing a hat-trick of titles at the Macau Open after she advanced to final of the event with a gruelling three-game triumph over second seed Akane Yamaguchi of Japan.2015-11-28
Tyson Fury, Britain's giant gypsy showman
British heavyweight Tyson Fury, who challenges Wladimir Klitschko on Saturday, is the living embodiment of Mickey O'Neil, the unhinged gypsy boxer played by Brad Pitt in Guy Ritchie's 2000 film 'Snatch'.2015-11-28
Sindhu seizes semifinal spot at Macau Open
P V Sindhu remained on course for retaining her women's singles title as she reached the semifinals with a hard-fought three-game win over China's Chen Yufei at the Macau Open Grand Prix Gold.2015-11-27
Former boxing champ O'Neil Bell fatally shot
Former undisputed boxing champion O'Neil Bell was gunned down and killed in Atlanta by apparent robbers, US media reported.2015-11-27
Fiji sevens team to the rescue during mid-flight medical emergency
The world champion Fiji sevens rugby team has been praised after stepping in to assist cabin crew during a medical emergency on a flight from Fiji to Brisbane on Thursday.2015-11-27
Rohan loses in Korea Junior Open Badminton Championship
Rohan Gurbani bowed out of the Yonex Korea Junior Open Badminton Championships at Gwangju Metropolitan City.2015-11-27
'Batman' Fury must prove he's no joker against Klitschko
Tyson Fury faces the acid test of his boasts that he will end Wladimir Klitschko's four-year reign as undisputed world heavyweight champion when the pair clash in Duesseldorf.2015-11-27
Karthikeyan, Santosh keep joint lead in National Chess Championship
Overnight leaders GM Karthikeyan Murali of Tamil Nadu and GM Vidit Santosh Gujrathi of PSPB drew their respective games to share the lead after round 11 of the ONGC 53rd National Premier Chess Championship.2015-11-26
Karthikeyan, Santosh keep joint lead in National Chess
They have scored 7.5 points each and defending champion SP Sethuraman of PSPB, new comer to National Premier K Praneeth Surya of Telangana and IM P. Karthikeyan of Railways are behind by one point.2015-11-26
Srikanth, Prannoy, Jayaram lose place in BWF ranking
In the ranking released today, Saina held on to her world No. 2 spot and even P V Sindhu, who is currently defending her title at Macau Open, also maintained her number 12 position.2015-11-26
Sindhu, Prannoy, Praneeth enter quarterfinals of Macau Open
PV Sindhu took another step towards retaining her women's singles title by reaching the quarterfinals of the $120,000 Macau Open Grand Prix Gold.2015-11-26
Klitschko out to silence Fury, prolong heavyweight reign
Unbeaten in 22 fights since April 2004, when he lost by TKO to Lamon Brewster in Las Vegas, Klitschko has heard a succession of challengers talk up their chances before he answered them in the ring.2015-11-26
Virat Kohli and his gang bonds over spicy mutton and jhunka bhakar
All the players, including the team director Ravi Shastri, came together at firebrand medium pacer Umesh Yadav's home and enjoyed a warm bonding session.2015-11-26
Virat Kohli and his gang bonds over spicy mutton and jhunka bhakar
All the players, including the team director Ravi Shastri, came together at firebrand medium pacer Umesh Yadav's home and enjoyed a warm bonding session.2015-11-26
Saina, Srikanth qualify for World Superseries Finals
Saina and Srikanth were the only two Indians who qualified for the prestigious year-ending $1m BWF World Superseries Finals to be played at the Hamdan Sports Complex from December 9-13.2015-11-25
AIBA gives go ahead for elections to sort Indian boxing mess
The long-dragging administrative mess in Indian boxing could finally head towards a solution with the International Boxing Association giving its go ahead for fresh elections.2015-11-25
Gloves dispute in world title fight will be resolved
The dispute over the gloves to be used in Saturday's world heavyweight title fight between Ukrainian holder Wladimir Klitschko and Britain's Tyson Fury will be resolved before Friday's rules meeting, officials said.2015-11-25
How Laleh mowed down male opposition to become Iran's 'Speed Queen'
Trying to break into a male-dominated sport in patriarchal Iran didn't come easy for spirited motorsport enthusiast Laleh Seddigh. Disgruntled on repeatedly losing to a woman, her fellow male competitors would tamper with her brakes, put sugar in the petrol tank of her car and pair up to block her during races. But Laleh beat them all.2015-11-25
Sindhu, Prannoy, Praneeth enter third round of Macau Open
Three Indian shuttlers, including PV Sindhu, advanced to the pre-quarterfinals of the $120,000 Macau Open Grand Prix Gold but it was curtains for Ajay Jayaram in men's singles.2015-11-25
Fury vows to 'expose' 'old man' Klitschko
Challenger Tyson Fury has vowed to 'expose' undisputed champion Wladimir Klitschko in Saturday's world heavyweight title bout and has labelled the Ukrainian giant an 'old man'.2015-11-25
Fury vows to 'expose' 'old man' Klitschko
Challenger Tyson Fury has vowed to 'expose' undisputed champion Wladimir Klitschko in Saturday's world heavyweight title bout and has labelled the Ukrainian giant an 'old man'.2015-11-25
'Big 3' of Indian tennis set to reignite passions of fans
Kolkata's tennis aficionados will get a rare opportunity to witness the game's stars in action when Paes, Bhupathi, Mirza and the legendary Navratilova play an exhibition match on Wednesday.2015-11-24
Gujrathi unbeaten after ninth round at National Chess C'ship
Vidit Santosh Gujrathi of PSPB maintained his unbeaten record and a lead by full point, beating the second placed P Karthikeyan of Railways in the ninth round of 53rd National Premier Chess Championship.2015-11-24
SAI signs MoU with P Gopichand Badminton Foundation
Sports Authority of India and Pullela Gopichand Badminton Foundation (PGBF) on Tuesday joined hands to establish a SAI Gopichand National Badminton Academy at Gachibowli, Hyderabad.2015-11-24
Jayaram, Prannoy enter second round of Macau Open
Top seed K Srikanth bowed out with a straight-game defeat but three other Indians, including Ajay Jayaram and H S Prannoy, advanced to the second round of the USD 120,000 Macau Open Grand Prix Gold2015-11-24
PV Sindhu can win a medal in Rio Olympics: Khanna
Former Asian champion Dinesh Khanna feels Indian shuttlers, including two-time World Championship bronze medallist PV Sindhu, can win medals at next year's Rio Olympics but they need to find a way to deal with mental pressure during big matches.2015-11-24
Maradona doing well after surgery, says his doctor
Diego Maradona has lost over five kilos and his progress has been "satisfactory", said Colombian surgeon Carlos Felipe Chaux, who operated on the athlete on November 14 in Maracaibo to adjust a previous gastric bypass operation.2015-11-24
Legalise drugs in sport, says world title challenger Fury
Tyson Fury, the British heavyweight boxer who fights for the world title in Germany, says boxing has a "big problem" with doping and that the only way to combat it is to make drugs legal in all sports.2015-11-24
'Hayemaker' poised to announce ring comeback
David Haye is set to announce on Tuesday that he will return to boxing in a bid to regain the world heavyweight title he lost to Wladimir Klitschko four years ago.2015-11-24
Brazilian goalkeeper gets Russian citizenship
The 29-year-old Guilherme, who has been with the railway-backed side since 2007, said that his decision to ask for Russian nationalaity had been a deliberate choice.2015-11-24
Rohan wins, Malvika loses in Korea Open Badminton
Rohan Gurbani started his international career in style in the Yonex Korea Junior Open Badminton Championships which got underway at Gwangju Metropolitan City in Korea on Monday.2015-11-24
'Hayemaker' poised to announce ring comeback
The Briton, who has not fought for three years since he defeated compatriot Dereck Chisora, has called a news conference in London at which, according to British media reports, he will deliver his comeback plans alongside his next opponent.2015-11-24
'Hayemaker' poised to announce ring comeback
The Briton, who has not fought for three years since he defeated compatriot Dereck Chisora, has called a news conference in London at which, according to British media reports, he will deliver his comeback plans alongside his next opponent.2015-11-24
Top seed Vikramaditya Kulkarni emerges champion
Top seeded International Master, Vikramaditya Kulkarni from Western Railways justified his billing by winning the SBI Life All Maharashtra FIDE Rating Chess Tournament here on Monday.2015-11-23
Padmini Rout defends National Premier Chess crown
Defending champion and top seed Padmini Rout of Odisha annexed the national premier chess c'ship title after posting a win over Tania Sachdev.2015-11-23
Vidit maintains sole lead in National Premier Chess
Vidit Santosh Gujrathi maintained his sole lead with six points at the end of the eighth round of the ONGC 53rd National Premier Chess Championship.2015-11-23
Chinese shuttler Yu Xiaohan suspended for alleged doping
China's Yu Xiaohan was on Monday provisionally suspended by the Badminton World Federation (BWF) due to an apparent anti-doping regulation violation.2015-11-23
Nagpur shuttlers Rohan, Malvika to compete in Korea
After stamping their authority in the state and national level tournaments, Rohan Gurbani and Malvika Bansod want to showcase their talent at the international level.2015-11-23
Novak Djokovic sweeps to record fourth successive Tour Finals title
Serb Novak Djokovic finished the best season of his life in fitting style. The world number one crushed Roger Federer 6-3, 6-4 on Sunday, to win the ATP Tour Finals title for a record fourth successive year.2015-11-22
Padmini takes sole lead at women's national premier chess
Defending champion and top seed Padmini Rout of Odisha inched closer to the title as she extended her lead to a full point by beating Swati Ghate of LIC in the ninth round of the women's national premier chess championship.2015-11-22
Lee scoops third consecutive title in Hong Kong
Former world number one Lee Chong Wei cemented his strong comeback to the badminton circuit, taking his third consecutive Super Series title at the Hong Kong Open.2015-11-22
Lee Chong Wei says he's not 100 percent
Former world number one Lee Chong Wei won his third consecutive Super Series title at the Hong Open on Sunday, but he said that he is not playing at his best.2015-11-22
World champion Carolina Marin wins Hong Kong women's title
Two-time world champion Carolina Marin of Spain took her sixth title of the year at the Hong Kong Open on Sunday, beating Japan's Nozomi Okuhara in a tightly fought marathon three sets.2015-11-22
Alvarez outpoints Cotto to capture world title
Mexico's Saul "Canelo" Alvarez captured the vacant World Boxing Council middleweight title with a unanimous decision victory over Puerto Rico's Miguel Cotto.2015-11-22
Bob Foster, former light heavyweight champion, dies at 77
Bob Foster, the former light heavyweight champion who fought Joe Frazier and Muhammad Ali and went on to become a sheriff's deputy, died Saturday. He was 77.2015-11-22
Unbeaten Vargas stops Japan's Miura to take WBC title
Mexico's undefeated Francisco Vargas rose from his first career knockdown to capture the WBC super featherweight title by dethroning Japanese champion Takashi Miura with a ninth-round stoppage.2015-11-22
Abraham beats Murray by split decision to keep WBO belt
Arthur Abraham retained his WBO super middleweight belt with a split decision win over Martin Murray of England.2015-11-22
Crolla knocks out Perez to claim WBA lightweight title
Anthony Crolla clinched the WBA lightweight title after knocking Darleys Perez out in the fifth round.2015-11-22
Crolla triumphs over adversity to become world champion
Britain's Anthony Crolla became the World Boxing Association lightweight champion less than a year after suffering a fractured skull from being hit on the head with a concrete slab in a brutal street assault.2015-11-22
Lee beats Lin slayer to reach Hong Kong Open final
Former world number one Lee Chong Wei beat giant-slayer Angus Ng -- who downed Chinese badminton legend Lin Dan in the second round -- to net a place in his third consecutive Super Series final at the Hong Kong Open on Saturday.2015-11-21
Top seed Marin through to Hong Kong final
World champion Carolina Marin of Spain beat Chinese former world number one Wang Yihan for a place in the finals at the Hong Kong Open.2015-11-21
Arvind Bhat bids farewell to international badminton
Former national champion and 2014 German Open winner, Arvind Bhat has retired from international badminton, citing his desire to concentrate on coaching stints with an academy in Hyderabad.2015-11-21
India's campaign over at Scottish Open
It was curtains for India at the Scottish Open after men's singles player Anand Pawar and men's doubles pair of Manu Attri and B Sumeeth Reddy bowed out of the 50,000 Grand Prix badminton tournament2015-11-21
Pawar, Attri-Reddy enter Scottish Open GP quarterfinals
Anand Pawar and the pair of Manu Attri and B Sumeeth Reddy kept the Indian flag flying high by entering the Scottish Open Grand Prix at Glasgow.2015-11-21
Lee ousts rival Chen in Hong Kong quarter-final
Badminton great Lee Chong Wei beat world number one Chen Long for the second time in a row to secure his place in the final four of the Hong Kong Open.2015-11-20
Padmini, Swati emerge leaders; Soumya falters
Michelle Catherina of Tamil Nadu upset overnight leader Soumya Swaminathan of PSCB in the seventh round to open up table in the 42nd Women's National Premier chess championship.2015-11-20
Terrorism top concern at Rio Olympics: Security chief
The risk of a terrorist attack is the main security fear at the Rio Olympics.2015-11-20
Rio Olympic police train in shadow of Paris attacks
Elite Brazilian police training with French instructors to protect next year's Rio Olympics said they fear an attempted terrorist attack similar to the bloodshed in Paris and are working hard to be ready.2015-11-20
Vijender talks to Sonowal on prospects of pro boxing in India
Vijender Singh on Friday met Sports Minister Sarbananda Sonowal at his residence here and discussed about his plans of developing professional boxing in the country.2015-11-20
World champ Carolina Marin into Hong Kong Open semis
World champion Carolina Marin brushed off Thailand's Porntip Buranaprasertsuk to book her place in the Hong Kong Open semi-finals.2015-11-20
Is 'burden of fame' becoming too much for Lin Dan?
Chinese badminton legend Lin Dan has dominated badminton for over a decade but after another early exit in Hong Kong, the five-time world champion hinted that the "burden of fame" may be becoming too much.2015-11-20
Tightened security for sporting resumption in France
Following last week's mass postponements in response to the Paris terror attacks, France will resume its sporting fixtures this weekend with football fans at one venue urged to wear black as a mark of respect.2015-11-20
No major injury concern for Saina Nehwal
Saina Nehwal's fans can heave a sigh of relief as the ace shuttler is set to regain full fitness in a couple of weeks. Her foot injury is not serious but she has been advised a week's rest. According to physiotherapist, Dr Kiran, Saina will be alright by the end of this month.2015-11-20
Pawar, Attri-Reddy reach Scottish Open pre-quarters
Eleventh seed Pawar thumped Alen Roj of Slovenia 21-17, 21-15 in 36 minutes. The Mumbai shuttler did not have the best of starts in the first game but recovered quickly to get past his world No. 137 ranked opponent in their first meeting.2015-11-20
Miguel Cotto says win will be enough against Saul Alvarez
Puerto Rican middleweight great Miguel Cotto says he doesn't need a world title to lend importance to his Saturday showdown with Mexico's Saul "Canelo" Alvarez.2015-11-20
Srikanth, Kashyap drop two places each in badminton rankings
India's Kidambi Srikanth and Parupalli Kashyap dropped two places each to be seventh and 15th, respectively, in the world badminton rankings released.2015-11-19
Saina Nehwal advised two-week rest
Ace India shuttler Saina Nehwal underwent a scan to diagnose her Achilles tendon problems and has been prescribed rest for a couple of weeks.2015-11-19
Lin Dan crashes out of Hong Kong Open
Chinese badminton superstar Lin Dan crashed out of the second round of the Hong Kong Open on Thursday to little-known hometown player Ng Ka-Long.2015-11-19
Tarlochan to head ad-hoc committee for boxing in South Asian Games
The other members in the panel include national coach Gurbax Singh Sandhu and Kishen Narsi, who heads the International Boxing Association-appointed ad-hoc panel responsible for running the sport right right now.2015-11-19
Shuttler Pawar wins, Prakash loses in Scotland
Indian shuttler Anand Pawar entered the men's singles second round as compatriot Aditya Prakash crashed out of the $50,000 Scottish Open Grand Prix, losing his opener at the Emirates Arena here.2015-11-19
Hong Kong Open: Chen eyes Lee revenge
World number one Chen Long beat Thailand's Boonsak Ponsana to reach the Hong Kong Open quarter-finals on Thursday and set up a potential rematch with rival Lee Chong Wei.2015-11-19
Ashok Amritraj awarded honorary doctorate by a London Varsity
Tennis champion-turned Hollywood filmmaker Ashok Amritraj has been awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of East London for promoting talented moviemakers from across the world, including India.2015-11-19
Srishti emerges Indiana Fide rating chess champion
Upcoming city chess player Srishti Pandey reigned supreme in the second Indiana All India FIDE Rating Chess tournament, organized by Nagpur Taluka Chess Association, which concluded at Dr Hedgewar Smarak Samiti Hall, Reshimbagh.2015-11-19
Ritika-Simran storm into U-15 girls doubles final
Ritika Thaker and Simran Singhi continued their fabulous performance to storm into the U-15 girls doubles final in the 29th Sub Junior National Badminton Championships at Visakhapatnam.2015-11-19
All Indian shuttlers lose in first round at Hong Kong Open Super Series
The second day of the Hong Kong Open Super Series turned out to be a disastrous one for the Indian shuttlers. All the Indians in the fray were crashed out in the first round itself, making it a day to forget for the Indian badminton.2015-11-19
ISL: David Platt making Pune City happy and successful
Players, both foreign and domestic, are having a gala time under coach David Platt in the Pune camp.2015-11-19
Lee, Chen advance at Hong Kong Open, Lin faces grilling
Current world number one Chen Long also smashed through the first day of the tournament downing Indian Ajay Jayaram 21-17, 21-12.2015-11-18
Sethuraman, Karthikeyan, Das shared lead in National Chess
Grandmaster SP Sethuraman of PSPB along with international masters P. Karthikeyan and Arghyadip Das of Railways shared the lead with three points each after round four of the 53rd National Premier Chess Championship.2015-11-18
Mary Kom picked for AIBA's Olympic Test event
M C Mary Kom is the lone woman boxer in a six-strong Indian team which has been selected by the International Boxing Association (AIBA) to compete in its Test event for next year's Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.2015-11-18
Soumya leads National Women's Premier Chess
Soumya Swaminathan of PSCB continued her winning streak to lead the table after Round 6 of the 42nd National Women's Premier Chess Championship.2015-11-18
PV Sindhu knocked out in Hong Kong Open first round
It turned out to be a disastrous day for Indian shuttlers at the Hong Kong Open as PV Sindhu, K Srikanth and Ajay Jayaram crashed out of the $350,000 Super Series event in the opening round.2015-11-18
Beckham named People magazine's 'sexiest man alive'
David Beckham was declared "sexiest man alive" by People magazine, joining an elite club including last year's winner, Chris Hemsworth, and a handful of other above-average men.2015-11-18
Kidambi Srikanth loses in first round at Hong Kong Open
Srikanth suffered his fourth men's singles first round loss in five tournaments when he went down to China's Tian Houwei 21-16, 15-21, 24-22.2015-11-18
Dravid’s jungle safari at Karhandla
The Wall made use of the Diwali and Bhai Dooj holidays to visit the jungles of Vidarbha. But what he saw there, is an interesting story.2015-11-18
Assam in driver's seat against Delhi
It is Assam's match to lose now. Chasing 165 for victory in their Ranji Trophy match against Delhi, the hosts ended Day 3 on 70 for 3 after bowling out Delhi for 172 in the second innings at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium here on Tuesday . Assam need 95 runs to win on the last day with seven wickets in hand.2015-11-18 05:18:54
WBC strips Miguel Cotto of middleweight title
Miguel Cotto was stripped of his World Boxing Council middleweight world title on Tuesday, days before his anticipated bout against Mexican Saul Alvarez in Las Vegas.2015-11-18
Sethuraman beats Sengupta in National Premier Chess Championship
S P Sethuraman of PSPB bounced back from his second round loss to score a crucial win over Deep Sengupta in third round of National Premier Chess Championship.2015-11-17
Ranji Trophy: Shah's 96 takes Saurashtra to 261/6 against HP on Day 3
Middle-order batsman Jaydev Shah cracked an unbeaten 96 as Saurashtra reached 261 for 6 in their first innings on the third day against Himachal Pradesh in their Group C Ranji Trophy match.2015-11-17
Smith excited by challenges ahead for young Australians
Australian captain Steve Smith is confident his team can continue to excel, despite the retirement of another stalwart of the side.2015-11-17
Soumya Swaminathan jumps to sole lead
Soumya Swaminathan of PSCB emerged as the sole leader with four points after splitting points with Pratyusha Bodda of Andhra Pradesh in the fifth round of the 42nd National Women's Premier Chess Championship.2015-11-17
Brendon McCullum content with draw
New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum hailed the resilience of his side after they fought out a draw with Australia in the second Test at the WACA Ground.2015-11-17
Argentine footballer attacked by fans for demanding salary
Violent fans of Argentine fourth division football club Argentino de Merlo attacked a player of their own team, Maximiliano Maciel.2015-11-17
Odisha eye bonus-point win against Haryana
Odisha opened up the possibility of a bonus-point win after forcing Haryana to follow-on and take a big first-innings lead in their Group A Ranji Trophy cricket match.2015-11-17
Dahale jumps to sole lead in Fide Rating chess
Atul Dahale emerged as sole leader with six points to his credit at the end of Round 6 of the second Indiana All India Fide Rating Chess tournament at the Hedgewar Smarak Samiti Hall, Reshimbagh, here on Monday.2015-11-17
Injured Saina Nehwal out of Hong Kong Open Super Series
India’s chances in the Hong Kong Open Super Series received a major jolt as in-form Saina Nehwal pulled out of the $350,000 tournament. World No. 2 Saina, who lost to Chinese Olympic champion Li Xuerui in the China Open final on Sunday, felt severe pain in her leg and was forced to withdraw.2015-11-17
Siril loses to Chia Hung in the final
Siril Verma emerged as the surprise package at the BWF World Junior (U-19) Badminton Championships in Lima (Peru), winning the silver on Sunday.2015-11-17
Sri Lanka suspends official over match fixing probe
Sri Lanka Cricket on Monday announced the suspension of Jayananda Warnaweera, a former administrator, for dodging an ICC match-fixing investigation.2015-11-16
Pakistan minister opposes cricket tour to India
Rejecting a proposed tour by Pakistan's cricket team to India, Pakistani interior minister Nisar Ali Khan said that he was against any such move which he considers as an "insult".2015-11-16
Gujarat on verge of taking 1st innings lead against MP
Gujarat closed in on securing an innings lead by reducing Madhya Pradesh to 187 for 7 on the second day of their Group B Ranji Trophy cricket match here on Monday.2015-11-16
Swati, Soumya march ahead in National Premier Chess Championship
Swati Ghate and Soumya Swaminathan retained their positions at the top of the leaderboard with contrasting victories in the fourth round of the 42nd Women's National Premier Chess Championship.2015-11-16
Baroda in strong position against Railways on Day 2
Hardik Pandya and Pinal Shah struck half centuries to take Baroda to 475 all out before the home side reduced Railways to 112 for three on the second day of their Group B Ranji Trophy match.2015-11-16
Ranji Trophy: Skipper Behera's marathon 255 puts Odisha in strong position against Haryana
Captain Natraj Behera struck a magnificent unbeaten 255 to guide Odisha to a mammoth 529 for six declared in their first innings against Haryana on the second day.2015-11-16
Umar Akmal likely to be allowed to join Pakistan T20 squad
Pakistan batsman Umar Akmal is likely to get a reprimand and be allowed to join the Pakistan national Twenty20 squad for the series against England.2015-11-16
Arun Karthik hands Assam 1st innings lead over Delhi
Assam rode on KB Arun Karthik's patient 81 to take a vital eight-run first innings lead over Delhi but the Group A Ranji Trophy cricket match is interestingly poised with the visitors reaching 101 for four in their second essay at stumps.2015-11-16
Ranji Trophy: Rajasthan fightback on day two against Vidarbha
Rajasthan fought back by reducing Vidarbha to 202/6 on day two of the Ranji Trophy Group A game here on Monday.2015-11-16
Trust your kid's coach, Aparna Popat tells parents
Aparna Popat recalled personal experiences as she highlighted the unique challenges of raising an athlete.2015-11-16
Chatterjee cracks century as Bengal reach 528/8
Sudip Chatterjee struck a sublime 147 to steer Bengal to 528/8 on day two of their Ranji Trophy match against Maharashtra.2015-11-16 12:55:45
Ex-IPL COO Sundar Raman to join as CEO of Reliance Sports
Former Indian Premier League chief operating officer Sundar Raman will join the Reliance Industries Limited as its chief executive officer - sports, the company announced.2015-11-16
After China Open loss, Saina Nehwal eager to win Hong Kong Open
Following the loss in the final of the prestigious and lucrative China Open, Saina Nehwal will be more eager and hungrier than ever to clinch a Superseries title at the Hong Kong Open.2015-11-16
Cricket bigger than scandals, will triumph: Aravinda de Silva
International cricket has been through a crisis of credibility in the past few years owing to corruption scandals but Aravinda de Silva on Monday said the sport is far greater than the controversies.2015-11-16
Yuvi and I spent hours choosing the right ring for Hazel: Shabnam
After Yuvraj Singh's engagement to actress Hazel Keech, Yuvi's mother Shabnam Singh shared her happiness in a candid telechat with us.2015-11-16
No question of playing in India, says PCB chief
PCB chairman Shahryar Khan has stated that it will not be feasible for Pakistan to play the proposed bilateral series in India as suggested by Indian cricket board.2015-11-16
Vijender meets Haryana CM, offers support to sports schemes
Star Indian boxer Vijender Singh today met Haryana Chief Minister M L Khattar and offered his support to any government initiative aimed at promoting sports in the state.2015-11-16
Kartik to get 'Compassionate Athlete Award' from PETA
In recognition of his work in encouraging the public to follow his lead by going meat-free, cricketer Murali Kartik will be presented with a 'Compassionate Athlete Award' from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA).2015-11-16
Siril Verma loses to Chia Hung Lu in World Junior Championships final
Young Indian shuttler Siril Verma clinched a silver medal at the BWF World Junior Championships after suffering a narrow defeat against Chinese Taipei's Chia Hung Lu.2015-11-16
Kobe stakes Lakers to victory over misfiring Pistons
Forward Kobe Bryant compiled 17 points, nine assists and eight rebounds as the Los Angeles Lakers snapped a four-game losing skid with a 97-85 victory over the Detroit Pistons at Staples Centre.2015-11-16
Celtics get Smart to silence Thunder in Oklahoma City
Marcus Smart scored a career-high 26 points to lead the Boston Celtics to a 100-85 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Chesapeake Energy Arena.2015-11-16
I was planning the proposal for months: Robin Uthappa
In a candid chat with BT, the newly-engaged and much-in-love couple opens up about their relationship and the surprise proposal.2015-11-16
Maradona undergoes gastric bypass, recovering well: Doctors
Argentine soccer great Diego Maradona underwent a gastric bypass in the western Venezuelan city of Maracaibo over the weekend and is recovering well, doctors said2015-11-16
Siril becomes first Indian boy to reach Junior World C’ships final
In six matches so far, the 17-year-old Telangana shuttler had upset four seeded players including third seed Anders Antonsen of Denmark.2015-11-16
Saina fails to clear final hurdle in China Open
The reigning Olympic champion registered a fluent 21-12, 21-15 victory to shatter the hopes of Saina.2015-11-16
Lee downs Chen to take China Open title
Former world number one Lee Chong Wei beat current top rank Chen Long to win the China Open on Sunday in straight sets, securing his second major title of the season.2015-11-15
Sethuraman, Gujrathi off to winning start in National Chess
Former Under-16 world champion SP Sethuraman and former Under-14 world champion Vidit Santosh Gujrathi, the joint top seeds of the tournament, registered facile wins in the first round of the ONGC National Premier Chess Championship.2015-11-15
Soumya joins Swati on leaderboard
Soumya Swaminathan outwitted promising youngster R Vaishali to jump into the lead with Swati Ghate after round three of the National Women's Premier Chess Championship.2015-11-15
F1 drivers to wear black armbands for Paris victims
Drivers will wear black armbands as a tribute to the victims of the deadly Paris attacks when they are presented to Formula One fans before Sunday's Brazilian Grand Prix.2015-11-15
Broberg wins BMW Masters title in playoff over Reed
On Sunday, Broberg made the biggest putt of his career to beat Patrick Reed in a playoff to win the BMW Masters for his first European Tour title.2015-11-15
Indiana FIDE Rating Chess tournament begins
The second Indian FIDE Rating Chess tournament got underway here at the Dr Hedgewar Smarak Samiti Hall, Reshimbagh.2015-11-15
Siril in Junior World Championships semis, assures of bronze medal
Siril Verma extended his dream run in the BWF World Junior (U-19) Badminton Championships at Lima in Peru.2015-11-15
Saina Nehwal loses in China Open final
Saina Nehwal couldn't quite put finishing touches in the China Open Badminton series, bowing out 12-21, 15-21 to Chinese Li Xuerui in the final.2015-11-15
Swati Ghate emerges as sole leader
Woman Grandmaster Swati Ghate of LIC emerged as the sole leader after the conclusion of 2nd round of the Women's Premier Chess Championship.2015-11-14
Lee secures rare win over arch-rival Lin
Former badminton world number one Lee Chong Wei picked up a first win over great rival Lin Dan in three years after edging the double Olympic champion in the China Open semifinals.2015-11-14
Vijender Singh targets Asian title bout in six months time
A rollicking start to his professional career achieved, star Indian boxer Vijender Singh is now eyeing an Asian title bout in the next six months besides a contest on home turf here between March and April.2015-11-14
Saina Nehwal enters China Open final
A brilliant performance by India's ace shuttler Saina Nehwal saw her enter the women's singles final of the China Open Superseries Premier. This is Saina's fourth win over the Chinese opponent.2015-11-14
Siril enters BWF Junior World Championship quarters
The unseeded Indian swept aside the challenge of third seed Anders Antonsen of Denmark to enter the men's singles quarterfinal late.2015-11-14
Saina eases into China Open semis
Top seed Saina demolished Japan's Nozomi Okuhara 21-16, 21-13 in 42 minutes to take another step towards retaining her crown.2015-11-14
My performance has fluctuated: Anand
On Friday, Anand opened up to TOI on his preparation for the upcoming Candidates, the idea of super second in chess and a lot more.2015-11-14
De La Hoya jabs at 'boring' Mayweather
Oscar De La Hoya has reignited his age-old feud with Floyd Mayweather in a scathing open letter, saying boxing will be better off now the undefeated welterweight world champion has finally retired.2015-11-14 05:06:31
Benzema 'admitted he was sex tape case go-between'
Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema admitted to investigators he was supposed to act as an intermediary between a friend and his French international teammate Mathieu Valbuena in a sex tape blackmail case, sources told AFP.2015-11-14
De La Hoya has golden vision of future
Oscar De La Hoya sees golden times ahead for boxing and his Golden Boy Promotions, envisioning his fighter Canelo Alvarez becoming a star, new heavyweights arising at the Rio Olympics and Ronda Rousey in the ring.2015-11-14
Lewis Hamilton fastest in first Brazil practice
The Briton, who had delayed his arrival in Brazil due to a fever and after a car accident in Monaco in the early hours of Tuesday morning, was more than half a second faster than Mercedes team mate Nico Rosberg.2015-11-13
Saina Nehwal sails into semifinals of China Open
Defending champion and world no 1 Saina Nehwal sailed into the semifinals of the US $700,000 China Open Super Series Premier after she saw off Japan's Nozomi Okuhara in straight games in Fuzhou on Friday.2015-11-13
German team hotel in Paris evacuated for bomb threat
The Paris hotel where the German national team is staying ahead of Friday's match against France has been evacuated because of a bomb threat.2015-11-13
Tendulkar who, asks British Airways; fans troll airline
Tendulkar took to Twitter to express his disappointment with the airline's services. Soon after his tweet, BA asked the legend to provide his full name and details.2015-11-13
CEAT inks three-year bat endorsement deal with Rohit Sharma
Rohit will now be seen playing with a bat displaying Ceat insignia in all formats of the game, the company said in a statement.2015-11-13
Star Sports invites 20 fans to be a part of 'Saina Squad'
Star Sports has come up with a new initiative to support Indian badminton ace Saina Nehwal in the BWF World Superseries finals.2015-11-13
Siril, Chirag reach Junior World Championships pre-quarterfinals
Promising Indian shuttlers Siril Verma and Chirag Sen sailed into the men's singles pre-quarterfinals in the BWF World Junior (U-19) Badminton Championships at Lima, Peru.2015-11-13
Siril, Chirag reach Junior World Championships pre-quarterfinals
Unseeded Siril caused a big upset when the Hyderabad youngster knocked out ninth seed Kantaphon Wangcharoen of Thailand 21-13, 21-13 in just 31 minutes.2015-11-13
Saina enters quarters, Sindhu goes down fighting
Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu were stretched to their limits. While Saina kept her nerves in the tense situation to come up trumps, Sindhu just could not deliver the knockout punch.2015-11-13
Saina enters quarters, Sindhu goes down fighting in China Open
Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu were stretched to their limits. While Saina kept her nerves in the tense situation to come up trumps, Sindhu just could not deliver the knockout punch.2015-11-12
Vettel sees 'good step' from Ferrari in 2016
The four-time world champion, who joined Ferrari from Red Bull at the end of last year, has won three races in 2015, the only non-Mercedes driver to stand on top of the podium in 17 rounds so far.2015-11-12
Judge freezes assets of Maradona's ex-wife in missing money dispute
An Argentine judge has frozen the assets of Diego Maradona's ex-wife, whom the football legend blames for the disappearance of millions of dollars from his fortune.2015-11-12
Kashyap drops to World No.13
Kashyap was overtaken by South Korean Son Wan Ho, who jumped two places to be at No.11.2015-11-12
Yuvraj Singh gets engaged to actress Hazel Keech
Yuvraj and Hazel have been dating for the last three months and were able to maintain their distance from the media. The engagement reportedly happened in Bali and the wedding slated for February 2016.2015-11-12
Saina Nehwal advances into China Open quarters; Sindhu crashes out
Defending champion Saina Nehwal battled into China Open quarterfinals after defeating Malaysia's Tee Jing Yi in the second round match whereas PV Sindhu suffered a defeat at the hands of fifth seed Wang Shixian on Thursday.2015-11-12
NZ bowler Southee to make own call on fitness
New Zealand pace bowler Tim Southee will make the decision about whether he is fit enough to play in the second Test against Australia starting on Friday, skipper Brendon McCullum said.2015-11-12
West Indies beat Sri Lanka to tie T20 series
Dwayne Bravo grabbed four wickets as the West Indies defeated Sri Lanka by 23 runs to draw their two-match Twenty20 international series in Colombo on Wednesday.2015-11-12
China Open: Saina battles, Sindhu cruises
efending champ Srikanth out2015-11-12
Future of US Formula One Grand Prix in doubt
The newspaper said the governor's office had confirmed that state payments to support the 2015 race would drop by more than 20 percent.2015-11-11
WATCH: Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli wish Happy Diwali
Former and current India cricketers have taken to twitter to wish their fans a Happy Diwali.2015-11-11
Saina, Sindhu win, defending champion Srikanth out of China Open
Leading Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal edged past her Chinese opponent Sun Yu 22-20, 21-18 to move into the second round of the China Open here on Wednesday. In the men's singles, Ajay Jayaram lost to World No.1 Chen Long 12-21, 11-21.2015-11-11
WATCH: Arsenal, Manchester City wish their fans 'Happy Diwali'
As India celebrates Diwali, the Premier League clubs Arsenal and Manchester City have extended warm wishes to their fans.2015-11-11
India blank Korea to finish 9th in World Junior Badminton Championships
India outclassed Korea 3-0 to finish creditable ninth in the BWF World Junior (Under-19) Mixed Team Badminton Championships at Lima, Peru.2015-11-11
Doubles badminton tournament on November 29
Paschim Nagpur Shuttlers will hold the one-day doubles badminton tournament on November 29 at the Karnataka Sangha Hall, Ram Nagar Square.2015-11-11
All India Fide Rating chess tournament from Nov 14
The second Indiana All India Fide rating chess tournament will be held from November 14 to 18 here at the Dr Hedgewar Smarak Samiti, Reshimbag.2015-11-11
GP2 champion Vandoorne to be McLaren F1 reserve
Vandoorne replaces Danmark's Kevin Magnussen, who was released by the team after a season on the sidelines and was testing with 2015 world endurance champions Porsche in Spain on Tuesday.2015-11-10
Benzema files complaint over French sex tape probe
Benzema was placed under formal judicial investigation last week in connection with an alleged attempt to blackmail fellow French soccer international Mathieu Valbuena using a sex video.2015-11-10
Wayne Rooney slaps WWE wrestler Wade Barrett
Manchester United and England skipper Wayne Rooney, along with Manchester United assistant manager Ryan Giggs and former Manchester United team-mate Darren Fletcher, attended the World Wrestling Entertainment live event "Raw" at the Manchester Arena.2015-11-10
No chance of India-Pakistan series with terror attacks, says Kirti Azad
Former India cricketer and BJP MP Kirti Azad on Tuesday said that there is no chance of India playing the proposed series against Pakistan in December unless there is a peace on the border.2015-11-10
Hard work pays off for chess wiz Dev Shah
He may be just eight but he's still making all the right moves! Meet Dev Shah, a Mumbai-based chess wiz who has just added to an already impressive trophy haul with a silver medal winning effort at the FIDE World Youth & Cadets Chess Championship in Greece that ended last week.2015-11-10
Can Saina, Srikanth retain their titles in China Open?
Nearly a year ago, on November 16, 2014, Indian badminton had seen one of its best ever days. Two Indians - Saina Nehwal and Kidambi Srikanth - triumphed in the singles and that too in China, the powerhouse of world badminton.2015-11-10
Arya in Maharashtra Under-14 girls badminton team
Arya Anchalwar has been selected in the Maharashtra U-14 girls team for the SGFI National Badminton tournament to be held at Aurangabad in December.2015-11-10
Nagpur chess player Divya wins bronze medal
ity chess prodigy Divya Deshmukh added another feather to her illustrious cap by winning the bronze medal (Under-10 girls) in the World Youth and Cadet Chess Championship which concluded recently at Halkidi, Greece.2015-11-10
India's best to feature in National Premier Women's Chess
India's top 12 players will vie for top honours in the 42nd National Premier Women's Chess Championship at the Bengal gallery of ICCR from November 12-24.2015-11-09
Total football keeps Cruyff from worrying
Recently diagnosed with lung cancer, Dutch football giant Johan Cruyff says excellent health care combined with his constant passion for football leave him little time to worry about his health.2015-11-09
Nagpur shuttler Malvika to compete at SGFI Nationals
The left-hander is currently India No. 2 in the U-15 girls singles. She has been an excellent form this season.2015-11-09
India rout Germany in BWF Junior World Championships
In the classification match to decide the placing between 9 and 12, India overpowered Germany without losing a single game.2015-11-09
Back-to-back titles for shuttler Verma in Bahrain
In the men’s singles final of the Bahrain International Challenge Badminton tournament at Isa Town on Saturday night, Verma shocked fourth seed Zi Liang Derek Wong of Singapore 21-14, 21-10 to clinch back-to-back titles.2015-11-09
Sameer Verma wins back-to-back titles in Bahrain
Young Indian shuttler Sameer Verma bagged his second title in a row by clinching the Bahrain International Challenge at Isa Town.2015-11-08
I am improving rapidly: Vijender Singh
A second straight knockout victory under his belt, star Indian boxer Vijender Singh today said he is improving rapidly in the professional arena even though he still has a long way to go before realising his dream of becoming a world champion in the circuit.2015-11-08
Bradley batters Rios to keep welterweight belt
Timothy Bradley battered Brandon Rios en route to a ninth-round technical knockout in a welterweight bout that had a dejected Rios announcing his retirement.2015-11-08
India beat Canada in BWF Junior World Cup
After losing their fourth and last league match in the Group A2 against Malaysia, India went out of the title race as they could not finish on top of their group.2015-11-08
Indian shuttlers Verma, Rane enter final in Bahrain
Eleventh seed Verma had it easy as he brushed aside the challenge of his Gopichand Academy training partner C Rahul Yadav 21-13, 21-17 in a one-sided semifinal.2015-11-08
Vijender wins 2nd pro bout, knocks out Gillen
The 30-year-old was in rampaging form yet again as he finished off Gillen just over two minutes into the contest.2015-11-08
Sameer, Saili reach finals of Bahrain International Challenge
Sameer Verma and Saili Rane notched up contrasting wins in men's and women's singles respectively to reach the finals of the Bahrain International Challenge.2015-11-07
Verma, Rane cause big upsets in Bahrain International Challenge
The in-form Verma, who had triumphed in the Bahrain International Series last week, continued from where he had left to seal his berth in the last four.2015-11-07
CPS shuttlers win CBSE West Zone Championship
In the U-14 title clash, CPS blanked Divine Child School, Gujarat, 2-0. Rohan Gurbani won the first singles by beating Bhavin Karamchandani 22-20, 22-20.2015-11-07
Vijender Singh may fight in Delhi
Boxing fans in the capital can have a ringside view of their favourite pugilist in action.2015-11-07
Verma, Rane cause big upsets in Bahrain International Challenge
Sameer Verma and Saili Rane caused big upsets to enter the semifinals of the Bahrain International Challenge Badminton tournament at Isa Town, Bahrain.2015-11-06
CPS shuttlers win CBSE West Zone Championship
Centre Point School, Katol Road, emerged champions in the West Zone CBSE Badminton Championship which concluded recently at Dhruv Academy, Sangamner.2015-11-06
With internet, chess finally connecting as a sport: Viswanathan Anand
Five-time world chess champion Viswanathan Anand believes that with the advent of the internet, chess is finally connecting with the common people.2015-11-06
Gajewski to help Anand in his bid to regain world title
Grzegorz Gajewski will help former World Champion Viswanathan Anand in his bid to regain the title.2015-11-06
Tamil Nadu bank on spin for outright win
With 15 points from 4 games and an outright win against Railways, Tamil Nadu are on a high. It's Andhra up next at the MA Chidambaram Stadium from Thursday and a win will all but assure them a passage to the knock-out stage.2015-11-06
Sports can ensure communal harmony, says Pullela Gopichand
There is nothing better than sports to ensure communal harmony and this discipline of life unites the country like nothing else, chief national badminton coach Pullela Gopichand said.2015-11-06
Sameer, Rahul set up semifinal clash at Bahrain
Sameer Verma notched up a stunning victory over top seed Tien Minh Nguyen of Vietnam to set up a semifinal clash with compatriot Rahul Yadav Chittaboina, a qualifier, at the Bahrain International Challenge 2015.2015-11-06
Indians sweep 11 medals in World Youth Chess Championships
Diwali celebrations came early for young Indian chess players as they won as many as 11 medals, including five gold, three silver and three bronze at the World Youth Chess Championships.2015-11-06
Arun Singh bats for his ward Naman Ojha for No.6 spot
Arun Singh, the childhood coach of Naman, feels that the Madhya Pradesh stumper is more suitable for the No.6 position than Wriddhiman Saha, especially when Team India is going with five bowlers.2015-11-06
WATCH: 'Superwoman' Serena Williams thwarts phone theft, chases down thief!
Serena Williams is known for her athleticism on court but the tennis ace proved to be quite a 'superwoman' off it as well when she chased down a man who she said took her phone.2015-11-06
Vijender Singh upbeat ahead of second professional bout in Ireland
All geared up for his second outing in the professional arena, Indian boxing star Vijender Singh is confidence personified as he wraps up the final stages of his preparations for the bout against Dean Gillen.2015-11-06
Vijender Singh eyes another smashing show in second pro bout
Buoyed by a knockout start to his professional career, Indian boxer Vijender Singh will be up against Dean Gillen in his second bout.2015-11-06
Boxing more dangerous than mixed martial arts
Boxing poses a greater risk of serious injury than mixed martial arts which has a reputation for being one of the most brutal and bloody of all contact sports, according to new research.2015-11-06
State Fide rating chess from December 8
The tournament, which has total prize money of Rs 50,000, will be conducted under the aegis of All India Chess Federation and Maharashtra Chess Association.2015-11-06
Indian shuttlers move up in BWF Junior World Championships
Indian team started in style by routing El Salvador 5-0 in their opening match of the Group A2.2015-11-06
Bradley hopes to outsmart heavy-hitter Brandon Rios
Timothy Bradley heads into a 12-round welterweight fight with Brandon Rios on Saturday looking to jumpstart his career and show there are no lingering effects from less than inspiring win in his last outing.2015-11-06
Vadodara to host International Open chess
Gujarat state does not boast of too many international level sporting events apart from cricket.2015-11-05
Vijender Singh looking for special performance on Irish debut
Indian boxing star Vijender Singh is aiming to thrill the Irish fans' this Saturday night at the National Stadium in Dublin with another knockout performance.2015-11-05
Pitch row: Wankhede curator says awaiting MCA reply to letter
The controversy over the batting track prepared for the fifth ODI between India and South Africa at the Wankhede Stadium, where the visitors hammered the hosts by 214 runs to win the series last month, is yet to die down.2015-11-05
Indian total much bigger than it looks: Sanjay Bangar
India might been bundled out for 201 vs SA but batting coach Sanjay Bangar feels the hosts' first innings total is "much bigger" than it looks.2015-11-05
Vijender flattered beyond words by Amir Khan's praise
Flattered by British star Amir Khan's effusive praise, Indian boxer Vijender Singh said he will not hesitate to seek the former world champion's advice as and when required in his quest for a firm foothold in the professional circuit.2015-11-05
Supergirl Serena chases down phone thief
Serena detailed her adventure on Facebook with her wearing a Supergirl outfit and sending a message for people to channel their inner superhero.2015-11-05
Prakash Padukone all praise for Indian shuttlers
Badminton icon Prakash Padukone believes the sport is currently enjoying its 'best phase' in India and the depth of talent among the country's current crop of shuttlers provided plenty of reason to be hopeful of success at next summer's Olympics in Rio.2015-11-05
Gelfand to coach Carlsen
With barely a fort night for the European Team Championship, World No 1 Magnus Carlsen & Co will train with former World No 6 Boris Gelfand ahead of the November 13-22 event.2015-11-05
Top spot no big deal, says Saina Nehwal
Injuries have put a break on Saina Nehwal's surge for a while, but her condition has improved and she is raring to give her best in the remainder of the season.2015-11-05
Desi girls in motorsport
Cars and racing have always been considered a male bastion, but now four young women racers are trying to disprove this theory2015-11-04
Dilbag knocks out rival for hat-trick of wins on pro circuit
Dilbag knocked out Abulimiti in the third round of the four-round contest.2015-11-04
BAI gets high court boost on IBL 2
The path of hosting the second edition of the Indian Badminton League (IBL) has got a temporary reprieve after the Delhi High Court withheld an injunction requested by Sporty Solutionz.2015-11-04
Indian shuttlers will do well at Rio: Prakash Padukone
The legendary Prakash Padukone believes that Indian shuttlers have a very good chance of winning multiple medals at the 2016 Rio Olympics, considering the depth in both men's and women's singles.2015-11-04
Sepp Blatter effigy to be burnt in British bonfire party
A giant effigy of suspended FIFA president Sepp Blatter will be torched this weekend as part of a British town's Bonfire Night celebrations, organisers revealed on Wednesday.2015-11-04
Aim is to break into top 10 by year-end: Jwala Gutta
India's top women's doubles pair in badminton, seasoned campaigners Jwala Gutta and Ashwini Ponnappa, are aiming to crack the top 10 in world rankings before the year comes to an end.2015-11-04
OGQ to support star badminton doubles pair of Jwala Gutta, Ashwini Ponnappa
Olympic Gold Quest announced on Wednesday that it will support the badminton doubles pair of Jwala Gutta and Ashwini Ponnappa in the run up to Rio Olympics.2015-11-04
Virat Kohli promotes responsible drinking
India Test captain Virat Kohli has lent his support to an initiative promoting responsible drinking and road safety.2015-11-04
Presenting: The new pin-up boys of Indian badminton
And guess what, they are all Hyderabadis2015-11-04
Karim Benzema held over sextape blackmail: Legal source
French footballer Karim Benzema was arrested Wednesday in connection with blackmail over a sextape featuring fellow player Mathieu Valbuena, a source close to the probe said.2015-11-04
Want to be remembered as people's champion: Amir Khan
Amir Khan might be one of the highest paid boxers globally but he prefers living a quiet life and believes in helping the ones in need rather than showing off his wealth.2015-11-04
South Africa have adjusted to bowling with SG balls: Simon Harmer
South Africa spinner Simon Harmer on Tuesday said he was comfortable bowling with the SG ball which is different from the Kookabura balls with which they bowl at home.2015-11-03
South Africa have adjusted to bowling with SG balls: Simon Harmer
South Africa spinner Simon Harmer on Tuesday said he was comfortable bowling with the SG ball which is different from the Kookabura balls with which they bowl at home.2015-11-03
India eye second spot in Test rankings
India will have an opportunity to climb to second position of the ICC Test rankings when they take on South Africa in the four-match series.2015-11-03
India eye second spot in Test rankings
India will have an opportunity to climb to second position of the ICC Test rankings when they take on South Africa in the four-match series.2015-11-03
Vijender could be India's first pro world champion: Amir Khan
Impressed with the professional debut of Vijender Singh, top British boxer Amir Khan feels that the former Olympic medallist could be the first world champion from India.2015-11-03
Amir Khan looks forward to 'amazing fight' in Pacquiao farewell
British boxer Amir Khan said on Tuesday his team is negotiating a fight with Manny Pacquiao in what would be the Filipino great's final bout before taking to full-time politics.2015-11-03
World Championships bronze-winner Shiva second in AIBA rankings
Shiva Thapa became the highest-ranked Indian boxer, zooming to second in the latest international rankings after winning a bronze medal at last month's World Championships in Doha.2015-11-03
Virat Kohli purchases fourth luxury Audi at 2 crore
Virat Kohli's love for speed has seen him add a swanky new car to his already eye-popping collection, with India's Test captain acquiring an Audi A8L W12 Quattro.2015-11-03
I'll be surprised if India doesn't produce Muhammad Ali: Amir
Amir Khan said given the abundant talent, he would be very surprised if the country does not produce a boxer of calibre of Muhammad Ali in near future.2015-11-03
Source: Times of India News
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