Sports News For The Year 2019 and Month Dec

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Sports News For The Year 2019 and Month Dec

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Beaten New Zealand need 'mental' adjustment: Kane Williamson

Under-fire New Zealand captain Kane Williamson said his beaten Black Caps side need a fresh mindset and improvement "in all departments" to avoid being whitewashed by a confident Australia in Sydney after their Boxing Day thrashing.
2019-12-29 10:18:03 Read More

Paine lauds Pattinson 'spark' in win against New Zealand

Australia captain Tim Paine lavished praise on fiery seamer James Pattinson for lighting the spark that led to an emphatic series-sealing victory over New Zealand in the Boxing Day Test on Sunday.
2019-12-29 09:27:25 Read More

Cannot put a timeline when I will get fit: Bhuvneshwar Kumar

India seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar is not sure when he will make a comeback to competitive cricket as it is yet to be ascertained whether a surgery is required to treat his sports hernia. "World T20 is still good 9 months away. I am not thinking about that. First thing is getting fit and I don't know when I will get fit," Bhuvneshwar said in an interview.
2019-12-29 09:13:19 Read More

Many highs and few lows for Indian boxing in Amit Panghal's year

History-making performances, quite a bit of selection drama on the sidelines and some ignominy due to big-ticket dope fails -- Indian boxing was all this and much more in an action-packed year dominated by pint-sized dynamo Amit Panghal.
2019-12-29 08:48:10 Read More

I want to act in a movie after I retire: Ronaldo

"One of the things that I seek to challenge myself in, for example, is acting in a movie," the Portugal captain was quoted as saying by ESPNFC at Dubai International Sports Conference on Saturday night.
2019-12-29 08:30:15 Read More

Australia rout New Zealand by 247 runs, seal Test series

Nathan Lyon grabbed four wickets as Australia completed a crushing 247-run victory on day four of the Boxing Day Test against New Zealand on Sunday that gave the hosts an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series.
2019-12-29 07:07:00 Read More

Rangaswamy, Gaekwad conflict complaint rendered 'infructuous'

BCCI ethics officer D K Jain has rendered the conflict of interest complaint against former cricketers and CAC members Shantha Rangaswamy and Anshuman Gaekwad as "infructuous" but the case involving Kapil Dev has still not been decided.
2019-12-29 06:57:44 Read More

Chess Mess: At noisy GBM, setback for AICF President

All India Chess Federation (AICF) president PR Venketrama Raja on Saturday suffered a setback in the ongoing power struggle with secretary Bharat Singh Chauhan as the general body meeting passed the resolutions proposed by the latter.
2019-12-29 05:40:24 Read More

West Ham sack manager Pellegrini after losing to Leicester

A run of just two wins in 14 games, including seven defeats in their last nine league matches, saw patience run out with the 66-year-old former Real Madrid and Manchester City boss.
2019-12-29 05:29:33 Read More

Humpy pockets first world chess crown, clinches Women's rapid title in Russia

Humpy Koneru is the new women World Rapid Chess Champion. India's most talented chess master clinched her maiden world open title in King Salman World Rapid Chess Championships in Moscow, Russia, on Saturday. While Magnus Carlsen clinched his third world crown in the Open group, Humpy emerged winner in Women.
2019-12-29 05:27:18 Read More

Comments on Kaneria taken out of context: Akhtar

Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar has clarified his statement regarding Danish Kaneria, saying his allegation that many did not want the former leg-spinner to be part of the Pakistan team because of his Hindu faith were taken completely out of context and there was never a culture in the team to discriminate anybody on the basis of race.
2019-12-29 05:17:57 Read More

Arman Jaffer: Good enough for India U-23, but not Mumbai?

If you do well for India in an age group tournament, the last thing you would expect is to be dropped from your state team just a month later.
2019-12-29 04:59:04 Read More

Assam ready for Khelo India games

Sarbananda Sonowal's dream of making Guwahati the 'sports capital of India' could take wings during the forthcoming Khelo India games to be held here at Assam's most populous city, from January 10.
2019-12-29 04:54:17 Read More

All Blacks star Barrett ejected from Boxing Day Test

New Zealand's struggles at the Boxing Day Test have extended to the terraces at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, with All Blacks star Jordie Barrett ejected from the ground for a "behaviour" issue, according to New Zealand media reports.
2019-12-29 04:09:35 Read More

Medals, mirth and melancholy: Talking points in sports in 2019

Indian grapplers, boxers and shooters led from the front in the year 2019, achieving several firsts during the year. Ace shuttler PV Sindhu also had her date with history at the World Championships in Basel. TOI takes a look at the talking points of 2019.
2019-12-29 03:54:55 Read More

Australia's Peter Siddle retires from international cricket

Siddle broke the news to his teammates at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Sunday after being released from Australia's squad for the third and final Test against New Zealand in Sydney.
2019-12-29 03:42:30 Read More

Leicester beat West Ham, United win to reach No. 5

A much-changed Leicester inflicted the final blow of Manuel Pellegrini's time in charge of West Ham with a 2-1 win on Saturday as Manchester United closed on the Premier League's top four with a 2-0 victory at Burnley.
2019-12-29 03:26:46 Read More

Mary Kom wins ill-tempered bout against Nikhat Zareen

MC Mary Kom sealed her spot for next year's Olympic qualifiers with a 9-1 verdict against flyweight (51kg) Nikhat Zareen, who had publicly demanded a trial for the race to Tokyo. Refusing to shake hands with Nikhat after the bout, she said, "Why should I? If she wants others to respect her, she should first respect others..."
2019-12-29 02:49:03 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Sunday (December 29) that comprise action from two Boxing Day Tests and Premier League.
2019-12-28 18:41:00 Read More

Ranji: Delhi miss bonus points v Hyderabad; no Ishant, Shikhar in next game

Delhi predictably got six points but lost three wickets in their pursuit of a meagre 84-run target, failing to log home a bonus point in their third group A Ranji Trophy league encounter against Hyderabad on Saturday.
2019-12-28 14:23:11 Read More

IPL snub not in my control but focus is now on NZ tour: Hanuma Vihari

Hanuma Vihari has taken the IPL snub in his stride and his endeavour now is to do well for India in the upcoming away Test series against New Zealand. A year after he was bought by Delhi Capitals for Rs 2 crore, Vihari, who had kept his base price at Rs 50 lakh, found himself in the unsold bracket.
2019-12-28 13:33:13 Read More

Assam govt aims to make Guwahati sporting capital of India

With the Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) just a few days away, the Assam state government has not only focussed on conducting the games successfully but has looked to create a sporting culture in the state.
2019-12-28 13:06:42 Read More

'I did not start this': Mary Kom fumes at Nikhat Zareen after bout

In the much hyped trial bout between MC Mary Kom and former junior world champion Nikhat Zareen for a spot in the next year's Olympic qualifiers, the 36-year-old and six-time world champion emerged on the top. Mary Kom convincingly won the bout 9-1 but remained combative after the match as well, refusing the customary handshake and also rebuffing an attempted hug from her younger rival.
2019-12-28 12:51:24 Read More

It will be a bigger challenge to beat Australia in 2020 Test series: Ganguly

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly feels beating Australia on their home soil will be a bigger challenge for India next year compared to the one in 2018-19 when Steve Smith and David Warner were not present in the opposition ranks.
2019-12-28 12:30:36 Read More

In India everyone tells you the problem, not the solution: Ishant

It took him a while to become the pace spearhead of the Indian bowling unit. But after 12 years at the international level and with 96 Tests in the bag, Ishant Sharma is undoubtedly worthy of the tag of leader of a pack of bowlers who have made India proud in the last couple of years with their consistent showing in the longest format of the game.
2019-12-28 12:07:55 Read More

I'm sure Dhoni has had communication with captain, selectors on future: Ganguly

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly on Saturday said MS Dhoni has "surely" communicated his future plans to Virat Kohli and selectors. Dhoni has been on a sabbatical from international cricket since India's semi-final exit in the ODI World Cup, leading to speculations about his future. Ganguly said it will be difficult to get a player of Dhoni's calibre.
2019-12-28 11:58:41 Read More

'Felt hurt': Nikhat Zareen on Mary Kom's refusal to hug her after bout

Former junior world champion Nikhat Zareen on Saturday said she was left quite hurt by MC Mary Kom's refusal to share a hug after their trial bout for the Olympic qualifiers which she lost here on a split 1-9 verdict.
2019-12-28 11:35:13 Read More

I think Pakistanis have big hearts: Inzamam on Kaneria's claim

The controversy over former speedster Shoaib Akhtar's claim that some Pakistani cricketers refused to have food with banned spinner Danish Kaneria, who belongs to the minority Hindu community, seems unending as now former Green Brigade skipper Inzamam-ul-Haq has spoken on the matter.
2019-12-28 11:32:32 Read More

I didn't start this, I didn't create this confusion: Mary Kom

MC Mary Kom remained combative long after winning the trial for Olympic qualifiers on Saturday, slamming the controversy that preceded her showdown with Nikhat Zareen.
2019-12-28 10:30:56 Read More

Ranji Trophy: UP thrash Saurashtra; Pujara flops

Uttar Pradesh thrashed Saurashtra by an innings and 72 runs, even as Test specialist Cheteshwar Pujara failed miserably with the bat in the second innings of the Elite Group B match of the Ranji Trophy held here on Saturday.
2019-12-28 09:26:27 Read More

Hockey: Dilpreet returns to senior group for national camp

The 32 members, announced by Hockey India, will report to chief coach Graham Reid for the two-week camp ahead of their Pro League debut against the Netherlands on January 18 and 19.
2019-12-28 09:04:56 Read More

New Zealand pace spearhead Trent Boult fractures hand

New Zealand pace spearhead Trent Boult fractured his non-bowling hand on Saturday and will miss the third Test against Australia in a big blow for the Black Caps.
2019-12-28 08:54:15 Read More

NZ fight to save Boxing Day Test in Melbourne

After bowling out New Zealand cheaply for 148 on the third day of the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne for a big first-innings lead, Australia reached 137/4 at stumps on Saturday to be ahead by a massive 456 runs.
2019-12-28 08:30:55 Read More

Super ODI Series intended to have high class tourney: Sourav Ganguly

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly has said that the idea behind having a four-nation ODI -- which involves Australia, England and one other team -- is to have a "good, competitive tournament".
2019-12-28 08:20:19 Read More

Mary Kom beats Zareen to make Indian team for Olympic qualifiers

Six-time world champion MC Mary Kom (51kg) defeated Nikhat Zareen in a split verdict trial bout to make the Indian team for next year's Olympic qualifiers in China.
2019-12-28 07:18:01 Read More

Weightlifter Seema banned for four years for doping

India's Commonwealth Championship silver medallist weightlifter Seema has been slapped with a four-year suspension for a doping violation. "Presence of prohibited substances were found in her system during an ongoing Championship to enhance her performance, which amounted to a clear-cut case of cheating and outright violation of national anti-doping rules," said a statement.
2019-12-28 06:10:28 Read More

It's important to put together a squad that gels well: Anil Kumble

Kings XI Punjab, an IPL franchise that has often flattered to deceive, will be in focus this season with former Indian skipper and coach Anil Kumble at the helm as the director of cricket operations. With the stalwart in the mix, the Mohali-based franchisee will have unmatched wisdom and experience at their disposal.
2019-12-28 04:16:15 Read More

The biggest sports controversies in 2019

Be it Russia getting banned from participating at the Olympics and the 2022 FIFA World Cup, to US women's soccer captain Megan Rapinoe having a go at President Donald Trump, there were several occasions when things kept coming to a boil in the year 2019. Racist chants reared their heads from time to time, not sparing the best of international athletes, mostly footballers.
2019-12-28 03:27:35 Read More

1st Test: England fight back after relentless South African bowling display

Vernon Philander led a relentless South African bowling performance before England fought back on the second day of the first Test at Centurion's SuperSport Park on Friday. Philander took four for 16 as South Africa bowled out England for 181, a first innings lead of 103. But England struck hard at the start of the second innings and South Africa were 72 for four at the close, an overall lead of 175.
2019-12-27 16:08:25 Read More

Kris Srikkanth, Anjum Chopra to get CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Awards

Former India captain and member of the 1983 World Cup winning team Kris Srikkanth will be the recipient of this year's prestigious CK Nayudu Lifetime Award given by the BCCI. Former India women's captain Anjum Chopra is the co-recipient of the lifetime achievement award. The BCCI Annual Award function will be held in Mumbai on January 12 ahead of the first ODI against Australia on January 14.
2019-12-27 15:50:20 Read More

Shoaib Akhtar shares Wasim Akram's 'leaked video'

Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar on Friday shared a 'leaked video' of Wasim Akram where the former captain is heard supposedly criticising the current state of affairs of cricket in the country.
2019-12-27 14:05:47 Read More

ICC should not allow teams to tour unsafe India: Javed Miandad

Former Pakistan skipper Javed Miandad on Friday echoed Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ehsan Mani in saying that teams should stop touring India in the backdrop of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) protests.
2019-12-27 14:04:59 Read More

EPL: Relentless Liverpool have no time for reflection

Liverpool's resounding 4-0 win at second-placed Leicester City on Boxing Day sent them 13 points clear at the top of the Premier League but Juergen Klopp's side have no time or inclination to bask in their success.
2019-12-27 13:05:02 Read More

Targeted but never felt need or pressure to convert: Kaneria

Danish Kaneria said there were a "few players" who targeted him for being a Hindu during his time with the national team but he never felt the pressure to change his religion. Kaneria, who is serving a life ban for spot-fixing, is in news after Shoaib Akhtar alleged that some Pakistani players refused to even share food with him due to his faith.
2019-12-27 12:50:00 Read More

Ranji Trophy: Andhra fight to avoid follow-on after Porel bags three

Bengal speedster Ishan Porel blew away the Andhra middle-order with his triple strike as Andhra were reduced to 110 for 7 on the third day of the Ranji Trophy Group A encounter.
2019-12-27 12:29:57 Read More

WATCH: Cristiano Ronaldo teaches Novak Djokovic 'how to jump'

Enjoying the festive season, sporting legends Cristiano Ronaldo and Novak Djokovic were seen having some fun as the Portuguese soccer star posted a video on social media of him teaching the tennis icon how to jump and head the ball to score a goal.
2019-12-27 11:52:50 Read More

Kohli's men fulfilled my dream of winning Test series in Australia: VVS

Former batsman VVS Laxman believes 2019 was a "very good year" for Virat Kohli and his boys during which they fulfilled his dream of the Indian team registering a Test series win in Australia.
2019-12-27 11:21:24 Read More

Kaneria's teammates should respond to discrimination charge, not us: PCB

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Friday sought to distance itself from Shoaib Akhtar's assertion that his former teammate Danish Kaneria faced discrimination at the hands of fellow players for being a Hindu, saying that the PCB cannot be answerable for the allegation. Akhtar sparked a furore when he said that Kaneria was humiliated by some players because he was a Hindu.
2019-12-27 11:17:49 Read More

Russia challenges WADA doping ban

Russia on Friday formally contested its ban from major sporting events over doping violations, the head of its RUSADA anti-doping agency said.
2019-12-27 11:07:28 Read More

Mary Kom vs Nikhat Zareen in final of trials for Oly Qualifiers

Six-time world champion MC Mary Kom and Nikhat Zareen will clash in the 51kg category final of the women's boxing trials for next year's Olympic Qualifiers after claiming unanimous victories in their respective first-round bouts on Friday. Former junior world champion Zareen defeated reigning national champion Jyoti Gulia, while Mary Kom got the better of Ritu Grewal.
2019-12-27 11:01:31 Read More

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Kaneria's remark shows real face of Pakistan: Gambhir

Former cricketer Gautam Gambhir on Friday said Pakistani cricketer Danish Kaneria's remark that he was mistreated by a few teammates for being a Hindu showed the "real face of Pakistan".
2019-12-27 10:54:44 Read More

PCB dispels impressions that Pak players were ignored for Bangla T20s

The PCB has dispelled impression that Pakistani players were ignored for next year's T20 games between Asia XI and World XI, saying they were invited by BCB but will not be available as the dates are clashing with the Pakistan Premier League.
2019-12-27 10:47:19 Read More

Ranji Trophy: Rahane, Shaw flop as Railways stun Mumbai

Railways created the biggest upset in this Ranji Trophy season so far, after they defeated domestic giants Mumbai by 10 wickets within three days in their Elite Group B match on Friday.
2019-12-27 10:42:36 Read More

Deepak the brightest in Indian wrestling; Bajrang, Vinesh rock steady in 2019

The established names lived up to expectations for most part but what stood out for Indian wrestling in 2019 was the rise and rise of Deepak Punia amid a steady decline in the fortunes of Olympic trailblazers Sushil Kumar and Sakshi Malik.
2019-12-27 08:32:55 Read More

Satwik-Chirag need to work on defence to win medal at Olympics: Coach

Doubles specialist coach Flandy Limpele believes that the men's pairing of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty can deliver India's first doubles medal at Tokyo Olympics provided they strengthen their defence and work on overall consistency.
2019-12-27 08:10:29 Read More

Decade's greatest sports stories of resilience

A look at some of the greatest stories of resilience across sporting disciplines.
2019-12-27 05:14:51 Read More

The greatest comeback sports stories in 2019

In 2019, several athletes across sporting disciplines made grand comebacks. For example, Tiger Woods made a comeback win at President's Cup, Andy Murray won the European Open, Nathan Adrian survived Cancer and won World championships, Christian Lealiifano battled leukaemia and played at rugby World Cup while 33-year-old Rafael Nadal finished world no.1.
2019-12-27 04:22:41 Read More

For Rohit Sharma, hitting the ball in air isn't a crime

It's not for nothing that Rohit Sharma is called "Hitman" in cricketing circles. And one of the biggest reasons behind his success story in international cricket is the manner in which he paces his innings. He takes his time to settle down but once he has found his rhythm, Rohit seamlessly switches gears and tears attacks apart.
2019-12-27 03:32:15 Read More

Live Score: SA vs England, 1st Test, Day 3

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2019-12-26 08:01:14 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Thursday (December 26) that comprise the action from two Boxing Day Test matches - Australia vs New Zealand in Melbourne and South Africa vs England in Centurion.
2019-12-25 18:41:00 Read More

NADA collects sample at Ranji Trophy game in Delhi

The officials of the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) checked in at the Feroz Shah Kotla ground for 'in-competition' testing of cricketers playing the Ranji Trophy group A league game between Delhi and Hyderabad.
2019-12-25 17:01:14 Read More

ISL: Williams hands perfect X-Mas gift as ATK pip Bengaluru FC 1-0

Two-time former champions ATK made their Christmas celebrations special, pipping Bengaluru FC by a David Williams solitary strike to secure their first ever win over the defending champions in the Indian Super League on Wednesday.
2019-12-25 16:39:07 Read More

Anjum claims third straight National title in 50m rifle 3 positions

India's top rifle and pistol shooters continued to maintain their good form at the 63rd National Championship with Anjum Moudgil winning the women's 50m rifle 3 positions title for a third year in a row on Wednesday.
2019-12-25 16:04:03 Read More

Leander Paes to bid adieu to tennis after 2020

Indian tennis ace Leander Paes announced on Wednesday that 2020 will be his last year as a professional tennis player. He announced on Twitter that he will be picking and choosing tournaments next year to meet his fans all around the world. Leander, who made his Olympic debut in 1992, will look for one final flourish at Tokyo Olympics next year.
2019-12-25 15:38:36 Read More

On comeback trail, Shikhar Dhawan makes a ton and a point

Wickets tumbled as the Hyderabad's seasoned sharp pacers Mohammed Siraj, Ravi Kiran and CV Milind got the ball to jag around and carry to the wicketkeeper at head-high all through the day. But Shikhar Dhawan, fighting a label of having susceptible, came out unbeaten on 137 off 198 balls and shepherding Delhi to 269/6 by stumps.
2019-12-25 13:59:22 Read More

Ranji Trophy games to have late starts due to solar eclipse

The second day of the ongoing Ranji Trophy Group matches in Mumbai and Rajkot will start late by two hours from the regular time due to solar eclipse.
2019-12-25 13:44:02 Read More

Ranji Trophy: Raman's ton takes Bengal to 241/4 on Day 1 vs Andhra

Left-handed opener Abhishek Raman held the Bengal innings together with a gritty unbeaten 110, taking the hosts to 241 for four against Andhra on day one of their Elite group A Ranji trophy fixture on Wednesday.
2019-12-25 13:30:23 Read More

Sports fraternity wishes fans Merry Christmas

Sports fraternity wished their fans on social media as they get wrapped in Christmas spirit.
2019-12-25 12:53:10 Read More

Won my heart in 40 minutes: Saqlain Mushtaq on Ganguly

Pakistan spin legend Saqlain Mushtaq hailed former India captain Sourav Ganguly on his current role as president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India. The pair have faced each other a few times on the pitch and Saqlain shared an interesting anecdote about Ganguly from their playing days.
2019-12-25 12:03:29 Read More

Ranji: Rahane, Shaw falter as Railways shot out Mumbai for 114

Test specialist Ajinkya Rahane and young prodigy Prithvi Shaw failed with the bat as Railways bundled out Mumbai for a paltry 114 on the opening day of their Elite Group B Ranji Trophy game here on Wednesday.
2019-12-25 11:58:21 Read More

India may get to host Commonwealth Shooting Championships in 2022

Chances of India hosting a Commonwealth Shooting Championship in 2022, an idea mooted to compensate for the sport's exclusion from the Birmingham Games, brightened after the Commonwealth Games Federation asked IOA to submit a "formal" proposal for its consideration.
2019-12-25 11:10:35 Read More

Pat Cummins clearly best bowler in the world: Tim Paine

Australia skipper Tim Paine reckons his teammate and pacer Pat Cummins is the 'best bowler' in the world currently. Cummins is presently the top-ranked bowler in Test cricket.
2019-12-25 10:34:39 Read More

AAI suspension overshadows archery's stellar 2019 show

Suspension, internal mudslinging and factionalism overshadowed some stellar performances by Indian archers as the sport went from bad to worse in an eventful 2019, with just a few months left for Tokyo Olympics.
2019-12-25 08:44:19 Read More

Ganguly's four-nation tournament a flop idea: Latif

Former Pakistan skipper Rashid Latif feels the four-nation-tournament proposal revealed by BCCI president Sourav Ganguly will be a "flop" like the "Big Three model". Latif saw it as an attempt by India, Australia and England to isolate other member nations. Last week, Ganguly had said plans are afoot to organise a four-nation meet from 2021.
2019-12-25 08:08:09 Read More

Famous sports quotes of 2019

Here are some of the famous sports quotes from the last 12 months.
2019-12-25 06:42:09 Read More

Ten offbeat sports stories of 2019

Matches held up by wildlife and underwear protests, chickens in danger in Croatian football and offside armpits. Here are 10 of the best offbeat moments in sport in 2019.
2019-12-25 04:38:42 Read More

Mohammed Shami ends the year as most successful ODI bowler

India's Mohammed Shami signed off the year as the leading wicket-taker in One-day Internationals with 42 scalps. A World Cup year, 2019 saw pacers dominating the wicket-taking column in ODIs with the Indian duo of Kuldeep Yadav (32 wickets) and Yuzvendra Chahal (29 wickets) being the only spinners among top wicket-takers in the format.
2019-12-25 04:27:40 Read More

I haven't forgotten how to bat: Shikhar Dhawan

Shikhar Dhawan split his nets session into three parts on Tuesday. He started off by facing the spinners before moving to the throwdown nets. After a short break, he took fresh guard against the pacers.
2019-12-25 02:57:17 Read More

'Pool of quality players behind Virat's success as captain'

Promoting his new book 'The Full Monty', Monty Panesar last played six years ago. In an interview with Timesofindia.com, he said," Kohli has got options, hasn't he? He can play finger-spin, wrist-spin. It doesn't really matter as long as they win. The reason that he's doing well is that he knows he has a group of, let's say, 15 to 20 players he can pick from."
2019-12-25 02:48:36 Read More

Sourav Ganguly steps in, no Ranji Trophy game for Jasprit Bumrah

Coming back after almost a three-month break, pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah had been asked to play an Elite Group 'A' game for Gujarat's Ranji Trophy match against Kerala. However, the bowler didn't want a hectic return and shared his concerns with Sourav Ganguly and BCCI secretary Jay Shah. The duo instructed him to concentrate on white ball cricket for now.
2019-12-25 02:43:08 Read More

Anderson set to join Tendulkar, Waugh in elite club

James Anderson's return from injury could not be more timely for England, who are still unsure about the make-up of their bowling attack as they head into the first Test against South Africa.
2019-12-24 14:18:27 Read More

Sania Mirza returns to Indian Fed Cup team after four years

Doubles star Sania Mirza on Tuesday returned to the Indian Fed Cup team after four years as she was named in the five-member squad, which features country's top singles player Ankita Raina.
2019-12-24 14:00:53 Read More

Ranji Trophy: Dhawan, Ishant presence bolsters under-fire Delhi

Bolstered by the presence of impact top-order batsman Shikhar Dhawan and intimidating pacer Ishant Sharma, a beleaguered Delhi will look to turn things around when they take on Hyderabad in their Ranji Trophy group A encounter from Wednesday.
2019-12-24 13:58:28 Read More

Book to chronicle India's Olympic journey

A new book will chronicle India's journey in the global sports arena of Olympics - the wins, the misses, the star sportspersons, their stories, and the challenges and possibilities that lie ahead of India to make its mark at the mega sporting event.
2019-12-24 12:46:40 Read More

Girlfriend said we can buy more toys for dog: Cummins on IPL windfall

Pat Cummins became the most expensive foreign buy at the 2020 Indian Premier League auctions earlier this month. Two-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders bought him for Rs 15.5 crore, which surpassed the amount that Rising Pune Supergiant paid for England all rounder Ben Stokes in the 2017 IPL auctions.
2019-12-24 11:47:49 Read More

Manu wins gold medals in senior, junior 10m air pistol events in Nationals

Manu Bhaker fired her way to twin gold medals in the women's 10m air pistol senior and junior events of the National Shooting Championship on Tuesday.
2019-12-24 11:28:10 Read More

IPL: Carey can get us across the line in a lot of games, says Ponting

Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting feels new recruit Alex Carey could win a lot of games for the IPL side in his new number 4 role and is also a good backup option to wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant.
2019-12-24 11:13:30 Read More

As Suryakumar awaits India call, Harbhajan questions selectors

Veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has questioned the selection policy of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) after Suryakumar Yadav couldn't find a place in India squad for the upcoming T20I and ODI series against Sri Lanka and Australia respectively.
2019-12-24 11:04:39 Read More

Open to discussions with ICC members over BCCI proposal: ECB

The England and Wales Cricket Board on Tuesday acknowledged discussions with its Indian counterpart over a proposed four-nation tournament, which is seen as an attempt to stop the ICC from hosting a major event every year.
2019-12-24 10:39:26 Read More

Paul Pogba hailed as 'best midfielder in the world' by Solskjaer

Paul Pogba has been hailed as the "best midfielder in the world" by Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after the Frenchman returned from a long injury lay-off.
2019-12-24 10:37:09 Read More

Thought of India call-up keeps coming up: Suryakumar

Mumbai batsman Suryakumar Yadav, who has been prolific in the shorter formats this year, on Tuesday admitted that the thought of a national senior team call-up kept on coming up and it sometimes becomes difficult to stay grounded.
2019-12-24 10:27:48 Read More

A fresh start for me but I haven't forgotten how to bat: Dhawan

Fractured finger, swollen neck, bruised eye and gashed knee, Shikhar Dhawan endured a painful 2019 but the India opener is ready to make a "fresh start" reminding one and all that his "class is permanent" and he "hasn't forgotten how to bat".
2019-12-24 10:21:40 Read More

Ben Stokes a doubt for first Test after father taken ill

England all-rounder Ben Stokes will spend Tuesday at the bedside of his father Ged, who is in a critical condition in hospital in Johannesburg.
2019-12-24 09:42:56 Read More

Virat Kohli stays top; Ajinkya Rahane slips in Test rankings

Virat Kohli has maintained his top spot in the latest ICC Test Rankings for batsmen issued on Tuesday. Kohli, who had in the first week of December reclaimed the top spot from Steve Smith, is currently at 928 rating points. Pakistan's Babar Azam has made a jump of three spots to achieve his career-best ranking of 6, replacing Indian vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane.
2019-12-24 09:25:50 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah to prove fitness in Ranji Trophy game

Bumrah, who has been out of action since September due to a stress fracture, was on Monday named in the India squad for the home T20Is and ODIs against Sri Lanka and Australia, respectively, next month.
2019-12-24 09:05:19 Read More

Indian shooters raise hopes of bumper Olympics with stunning 2019 show

Hitting the target with monotonous regularity, Indian shooters' dominance in a phenomenal 2019, at times, made world events look like domestic tourneys.
2019-12-24 08:44:40 Read More

Year-end review 2019: The big sports controversies

Alongside some great performances on the field of play, sports always has its share of controversies off the field; and the year 2019 was no different. Here, Timesofindia.com looks back at some of the controversies in the last 12 months, which made headlines.
2019-12-24 08:22:28 Read More

Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni find place in Wisden teams of the decade

India skipper Virat Kohli has been named captain of the Wisden Test team of the decade. The list which features many ace cricketers of the world, includes off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin as the only other Indian.
2019-12-24 08:07:35 Read More

Year-end review 2019: Top three foreign sports stars of the year

A look back at some of the male international athletes, across sports, who excelled in the last 12 months by achieving historic success.
2019-12-24 04:58:49 Read More

Big boost in Australian Open prize money

Big pay rises are in store for players at January's Australian Open with organisers on Tuesday announcing a 13.6 percent boost in the total purse to Aus$71 million (US$49.1 million).
2019-12-24 04:40:06 Read More

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Nothing concrete on Super Series yet: Sourav Ganguly

The proposal for a four-nation white-ball Super Series being talked about by the BCCI is nothing but a proposal for now. The proposal, in fact, is not so much about introducing a new series as much as it is about resisting the idea of one International Cricket Council (ICC) tournament every year that has been insistently proposed by the world body in recent months.
2019-12-24 04:06:11 Read More

Dhoni named captain of CA's ODI team of the decade

Former India skipper and wicket-keeper batsman MS Dhoni has been named captain of Cricket Australia's (CA) ODI team of the decade and the line-up features three Indian players. Apart from Dhoni, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have made the cut in CA's team.
2019-12-24 04:05:37 Read More

Ravindra Jadeja's mediocre year ends on a high

Ravindra Jadeja may not be the most gifted individual in the Indian dressing room but what he lacks he more than makes up with his impeccable line with the ball, handy contributions down the batting order and electric fielding.
2019-12-24 03:44:36 Read More

EPL not following FIFA advice for handling racism

That disregard of the protocols set out by FIFA secretary general Fatma Samoura in a July letter to every national association has created confusion as English football reels from another marquee game being tarnished by racism.
2019-12-24 03:38:10 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah back, Deepak Chahar out of Sri Lanka T20Is

The national selection committee has ended the uncertainty around the availability of Jasprit Bumrah by drafting him in the team for the T20Is against Sri Lanka and ODIs against Australia. The star pacer will be back playing competitive cricket in a Ranji Trophy match for Gujarat from December 25.
2019-12-24 03:28:49 Read More

Chelsea fan arrested for alleged racism toward Son at Spurs

It was the only arrest for racism made by the Metropolitan Police at the London derby where Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger reported being subjected to monkey chants.
2019-12-24 03:18:58 Read More

Virat Kohli named captain of CA's Test XI of the decade

In a line-up that consists of the biggest names to have made a mark in the longest format of the game in the last 10 years, Kohli was hailed by CA for evolving into "one of the game's most respected figures over the years" apart from his prowess with the bat.
2019-12-24 02:54:55 Read More

Sindhu's father rebuts coach Kim's 'heartless' jibe

Kim Ji Hyun, credited for Sindhu's win in Basel, termed the Indian shuttler as "heartless" in an interview. The coach, who apparently took ill and was hospitalised, lamented that she was left to fend for herself and that Sindhu's only concern was when she'd return to coach 'me'. Sindhu's father Ramana said that Sindhu had no chance of knowing about Kim's health.
2019-12-24 02:48:48 Read More

Prithvi Shaw named in India A squad for New Zealand tour

The in-form Prithvi Shaw on Monday took another step towards an India comeback after being named in the A squad for the tour of New Zealand. Shaw has been in sublime touch since returning from an eight-month doping ban last month. The youngster made a spectacular double hundred in Mumbai's Ranji Trophy-opener against Baroda.
2019-12-23 14:39:24 Read More

France's Lucas Pouille out of Australian Open

France's Lucas Pouille, ranked 22 in the world, on Monday withdrew from the Australian Open as he continues to recover from an elbow injury.
2019-12-23 14:05:50 Read More

Ranji Trophy: Dhawan, Ishant to play for Delhi against Hyderabad

Senior pacer Ishant Sharma and veteran opener Shikhar Dhawan will turn up for the beleaguered Delhi side in their next Ranji Trophy encounter against Hyderabad starting December 25.
2019-12-23 13:08:24 Read More

Vernon Philander announces international retirement

Seasoned South Africa pacer Vernon Philander will retire from international cricket following the upcoming Test series against England, announced Cricket South Africa on Monday. Philander was an important part of the Proteas pace troika, comprising Dale Steyn and Morne Morkel, both of whom have retired from Tests.
2019-12-23 11:48:45 Read More

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma end 2019 at top of ICC ODI rankings

In the latest ODI rankings released on Monday, batting maestro Virat Kohli finished 2019 at the helm with 887 points. Kohli's deputy in limited-overs format, Rohit Sharma followed him with 873 points as India secured 1-2 position in the batsmen rankings. Babar Azam (834), Faf du Plessis (820) and Ross Taylor (817) completed the top 5.
2019-12-23 10:51:20 Read More

Virat Kohli finishes decade on top of ODI charts

It was a decade spent by cricket fans celebrating the enigma named Virat Kohli as the extraordinary Indian captain shattered all records and finished at the pinnacle of virtually every possible milestone in 50-over cricket.
2019-12-23 10:25:39 Read More

Great way to finish 2019, time to get ready for new duties: Rohit Sharma

India opener Rohit Sharma ended the year on a high as he amassed 2,442 runs across formats. The dashing Mumbai batsman also surpassed Sri Lankan great Sanath Jayasuriya's 22-year-old record for most runs as an opener in a calendar year across formats.
2019-12-23 10:23:28 Read More

Virat Kohli declares 2019 'great year' for India after Windies win

Virat Kohli declared it "a great year" for India cricket after ending 2019 on a high with a series-clinching win over the West Indies. Kohli's side end the year ranked number one in Tests and second in ODIs, with the only regret being a World Cup semi-final defeat to New Zealand at Old Trafford in July.
2019-12-23 08:27:35 Read More

Yashasvi's journey: From a paani puri seller to an IPL millionaire

Once a pani puri seller, Yashasvi is now an IPL millionaire. He was one of the hot picks in the recently-concluded 2020 Indian Premier League (IPL) Player Auction, held in Kolkata. The 17-year-old Yashasvi, who is currently in South Africa for India's Under-19 World Cup campaign, was picked by Rajasthan Royals for a hefty sum of Rs. 2.40 crore for the 2020 IPL season.
2019-12-23 07:41:24 Read More

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen steer Indian badminton in 2019

A momentous gold at the world championships more than made up for P V Sindhu's otherwise ordinary run in the circuit, while teenager Lakshya Sen ensured that Indian men's badminton had a strong future to look forward to in a mixed bag that was 2019.
2019-12-23 07:16:25 Read More

Football racism inquiry call after Spurs-Chelsea clash halted

The Professional Footballers' Association called for a government inquiry into racism in football after Chelsea's 2-0 Premier League win at Tottenham on Sunday was marred by alleged racist comments from the crowd, the latest in a string of recent incidents.
2019-12-23 05:07:34 Read More

Year-end review: Top international cricket highlights of the year

2019 was the year of the ODI World Cup. The tournament was staged in England for the fifth time and from the beginning of the tournament, India were favourites for the title, along with defending champions Australia and hosts England.
2019-12-23 04:19:20 Read More

Chelsea beat Spurs 2-0 amid 'alleged' racism

Chelsea defeated 10-man Tottenham Hotspur in a Premier League game overshadowed by allegations of racist abuse from the crowd that led to the stadium announcer issuing three warnings.
2019-12-23 03:56:38 Read More

Telecast goof-ups make it worse for I-League

Already beset by an indifference from the country’s football administration, the I-League is further suffering on the telecast front, with DSport, the official broadcasters this season, not proving up to the mark. In quite a few matches now the signal has gone off at crucial junctures leaving the viewer with no other option but to make frantic calls to get result updates.
2019-12-23 03:54:00 Read More

There's no way I'm stopping, says Rohit Sharma

Rohit scored 63 in India's successful chase of 316 for a series-clinching victory. It capped an extraordinary year for Rohit, in which he scored 2,442 runs across formats. Only captain Virat Kohli has scored more than him this year.
2019-12-23 03:37:50 Read More

316 on this wicket was not a big chase: Jadeja

“316 on such a good wicket was not that challenging. A target of around 340 would have been a big total to chase. In limited overs game, falling short by 15-20 runs matters a lot,” said the all-rounder who smashed an unbeaten 39 from 31 balls, with the help of four boundaries, to guide his team home.
2019-12-23 03:35:27 Read More

Glad to convert my 100 into 200: Prithvi Shaw

Prithvi Shaw scored his maiden double hundred in First-Class cricket recently, a 179-ball 202 that helped Mumbai notch up an innings win over Baroda in the Ranji Trophy, one can see that the talented youngster was serious about walking the talk.
2019-12-23 03:27:13 Read More

My innings proved crucial, says Ravindra Jadeja

All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja scored a crucial 39 not out off 31 balls to help India chase down a stiff target of 316 in the series-decider against the visitors in Cuttack on Sunday. In the end, the hosts won the match by four wickets, with eight balls to spare.
2019-12-23 03:12:19 Read More

Rohit Sharma to take a 'break'; will skip Sri Lanka T20Is

At last, Rohit Sharma has decided that he needs a break! According to reliable sources, the Indian limited overs vice-captain, who’s been a regular in all the three formats of the game this season — will miss the forthcoming three-match T20 Internationals against Sri Lanka — India’s first engagement in 2020. The team for the series is likely to be picked on December 26.
2019-12-23 03:06:44 Read More

Jadeja, Thakur keep nerve as India hunt down 315 to win series

The grand finale lived up to its billing. So did Team India. A target of 316 in 50 overs should not have been much of an issue for a formidable Indian batting line up. After few initial hiccups, India crossed the line on the fourth ball of the 49th over with four wickets in hand and eight balls to spare. India won the ODI series 2-1.
2019-12-23 02:46:13 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Monday (December 23) that comprise the fifth and final day action of the second Test between Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
2019-12-22 18:45:00 Read More

Kohli says 'younger people' will need to step up in few years

India captain Virat Kohli has one eye on the ICC T20 World Cup but he is also looking beyond that, saying on Sunday that his team's "younger people" will need to step up in the near future. Kohli anchored a tricky chase before Shardul Thakur showed nerves of steel to guide India to a series-clinching four-wicket victory over the West Indies in the third ODI.
2019-12-22 17:32:52 Read More

Ferran Corominas brace fires FC Goa to top of ISL standings

FC Goa blanked Odisha FC 3-0 to go on top of the Indian Super League (ISL) table at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Sunday. Ferran Corominas (19', 89') scored a brace and another strike from Brandon Fernandes (85') was enough to seal the three points.
2019-12-22 16:47:08 Read More

De Gea howler gifts Watford shock win over Manchester United

Manchester United collapsed to a humiliating 2-0 defeat against Premier League bottom side Watford on Sunday after a David de Gea howler, bringing their recent revival to a shuddering halt.
2019-12-22 16:27:37 Read More

Eyes on Bumrah as teams for SL T20Is, Australia ODIs to be picked on Monday

The focus will be on pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah's fitness status as the current selection committee will have its final meeting on Monday to pick teams for three T20 Internationals against Sri Lanka and as many ODIs against Australia.
2019-12-22 16:27:01 Read More

Rohit breaks record for scoring most runs as opener in a year

Rohit Sharma on Sunday broke the record for scoring the most number of runs as an opening batsman in a calendar year. He achieved the feat against West Indies in the 2nd ODI of the 3-match series at Barabati Stadium. Rohit broke the 22-year-long record of former Sri Lanka's batsman Sanath Jayasuriya. Prior to the match, Rohit just needed 9 runs to break the record.
2019-12-22 13:17:00 Read More

Mohammed Shami reminds me of Malcolm Marshall: Gavaskar

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar on Sunday said Mohammed Shami often reminds him of the legendary pacer Malcolm Marshall, thoughts of whom still "wakes him up from deep sleep".
2019-12-22 12:49:59 Read More

India vs West Indies: India's catching woes continue in third ODI

India's catching woes continued unabated as Ravindra Jadeja and Rishabh Pant grassed chances against West Indies in the third and final ODI on Sunday.
2019-12-22 11:22:06 Read More

Hope becomes second-fastest batsman to score 3,000 ODI runs

West Indies' Shai Hope on Sunday became the second-fastest batsman to reach the mark of 3,000 runs in the 50-over format of the game. He achieved the feat against India in the third and final ODI of the three-match series at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. Hope managed to score 42 runs in the final ODI with the help of five fours.
2019-12-22 10:39:33 Read More

Russia to soon appeal four-year doping sanctions

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) earlier in December banned the country's colours and anthem from events, including the Olympics, for four years as punishment for having provided it with doctored laboratory data.
2019-12-20 03:55:49 Read More

IPL 2020 Auction: Betting big on next generation

IPL franchises decided to put their faith in some young and talented Indian cricketers on Thursday. If Yashasvi Jaiswal was expected to strike it big after his recent Vijay Hazare Trophy heroics, Kartik Tyagi would been mildly surprised to have found a buyer.
2019-12-20 03:50:07 Read More

Ukrainian lifter stripped of Olympic gold for doping

The International Olympic Committee said on Thursday that Ukraine's Oleksiy Torokhtiy tested positive for the banned steroid turinabol when his sample from the 2012 London Games was retested using modern methods.
2019-12-20 03:33:04 Read More

IPL Auction: Cummins hits Rs 15cr jackpot; Piyush Chawla most expensive Indian

Australian players attracted big prices in the IPL auction with pacer Pat Cummins becoming the costliest overseas buy after he went to KKR for Rs 15.50 cr. Leg-spinner Piyush Chawla was the highest Indian bid for Rs 6.75 cr to CSK. Cummins also became the 2nd most-expensive buy in IPL, next only to Yuvraj Singh (Rs 16 cr in 2014 to Delhi Daredevils).
2019-12-20 03:16:43 Read More

Lynn, Bumrah exchange happy tweets after IPL auction

Fiery Australian opener Chris Lynn, snapped up by Mumbai Indians for his base price of Rs 2 crore at the 2020 Indian Premier League (IPL) auction on Thursday expressed his happiness through a tweet.
2019-12-20 03:06:23 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Friday (December 20) that comprise round 2 matches of the Ranji Trophy and Day 2 action of the second Test between Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
2019-12-19 18:41:00 Read More

IPL Auction: Varun goes for Rs 4 crore without playing a game since March

CV Varun's last competitive match was in March this year when he turned out for Kings XI Punjab against Kolkata Knight Riders. A finger injury ruled Varun out of the rest of the IPL season. To make matters worse, a shoulder injury saw him miss out of the Tamil Nadu Premier League.
2019-12-19 17:05:47 Read More

IPL 2020 Players List: Complete squads of all eight teams

After hectic bidding wars at the 2020 IPL players' auction in Kolkata on Thursday, during which a whopping Rs 140.30 crore was spent, here is how the eight franchises stack up for the 13th season of the lucrative Indian Premier League.
2019-12-19 17:02:41 Read More

WATCH: Shimron Hetmyer dances after bagging Rs 7.5 crore deal from Delhi Capitals

West Indies batsman Shimron Hetmyer on Thursday was bought for a whopping Rs 7.75 crore by the Delhi Capitals (DC) in the 2020 Indian Premier League (IPL) auction after going into it with a base price of just Rs 50 lakh. Shortly after the successful bid, DC tweeted a video of Hetmyer dancing at the news.
2019-12-19 16:14:27 Read More

IPL 2020 Auction: The five most expensive players

The Aussie players made merry, raking in the big bucks at the IPL 2020 players’ auction in Kolkata on Thursday. In a fierce competition between eight franchises, fighting it out, to put together the best teams possible, the Aussies emerged as the most dominant lot.
2019-12-19 15:52:21 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah gives a cheeky reply to Chris Lynn

After being bought by Indian Premier League franchise Mumbai Indian, Australian cricketer Chris Lynn was happy as the batsman won't have to face Indian pace sensation Jasprit Bumrah.
2019-12-19 15:12:40 Read More

Piyush Chawla shares great relationship with MS Dhoni: Fleming

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming on Thursday said his IPL side traded hard for veteran Piyush Chawla because he shares a "great relationship" with captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, besides being a quality leg-spinner.
2019-12-19 15:03:11 Read More

IPL 2020 Auction: Pumped to be back with KKR, says Pat Cummins

Australia pacer Pat Cummins has ended up being the most expensive buy of the 2020 Indian Premier League auctions so far as he was bought by Kolkata Knight Riders for Rs15.5 crore, which made him the most expensive foreign bid ever in IPL history.
2019-12-19 14:30:09 Read More

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KL Rahul appointed KXIP captain for IPL 2020

India opener KL Rahul was on Thursday named captain of the Kings XI Punjab franchise for the 2020 edition of the Indian Premier League.
2019-12-19 14:19:31 Read More

IPL 2020 Auction: Delhi Capitals grabs Shimron Hetmyer for Rs 7.75 crore

West Indies' left-handed batsman Shimron Hetmyer was bought by Delhi Capitals for INR 7.75 crore in the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction on Thursday.
2019-12-19 13:47:23 Read More

IPL Auction: Mumbai Indians snap up Coulter-Nile for Rs 8 crore

Australia pacer Nathan Coulter-Nile was bought by Mumbai Indians for INR 8 crore in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) auction on Thursday.
2019-12-19 12:31:12 Read More

IPL 2020 Auction Live Updates: Who got whom

Australian pacer Pat Cummins on Thursday shattered the record for the most expensive foreign buy ever in the IPL players' auction in Kolkata as Kolkata Knight Riders shelled out a whopping Rs 15.50 crore for him.
2019-12-19 12:29:29 Read More

IPL Auction: Unadkat bought by RR, Carey goes to Delhi Capitals

Indian fast bowler Jaydev Unadkat has gone to Rajasthan Royals for the price of Rs 3 crore in the IPL auction on Thursday. Australia's wicket-keeper batsman Alex Carey was brought by Delhi Capitals for Rs 2.4 crore. Australia's fast bowler Pat Cummins went to Kolkata Knight Riders for Rs 15.5 crore and became the most expensive player in IPL history.
2019-12-19 12:17:56 Read More

Karthik will remain KKR captain: McCullum

Dinesh Karthik will remain the captain of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) despite the franchise going for England's World Cup winning captain Eoin Morgan in the 13th Indian Premier League (IPL)auction on Thursday.
2019-12-19 11:58:11 Read More

2019 has been disappointing for me, admits Viswanathan Anand

Indian chess wizard Viswanathan Anand on Thursday admitted that 2019 has been very disappointing for him in terms of results, and said had it not been for some "sloppy moments", the scenario could have been different.
2019-12-19 11:49:02 Read More

Ranji Trophy: Vashisht spins Himachal Pradesh to 71-run win

Left-arm spinner Akash Vashisht bowled Himachal Pradesh to a 71-run win over Tamil Nadu with a seven-wicket second innings haul in a Ranji Trophy Group 'B' match on Thursday.
2019-12-19 11:01:34 Read More

Cummins becomes most expensive foreign player in IPL history

Get all the latest updates of IPL auction 2020, IPL 2020 players list, IPL teams, IPL 2020 Time table, Schedule and more on Times of India
2019-12-19 10:53:01 Read More

IPL Auction: Eoin Morgan goes to KKR for Rs 5.25 crore

England's World Cup-winning captain Eoin Morgan made big money in the early part of the Indian Premier League (IPL) auctions, going to Kolkata Knight Riders for Rs 5.25 crore on Thursday. Australia's big-hitting all-rounder Chris Lynn was bought for his base price of Rs 2 crore by defending champions Mumbai Indians.
2019-12-19 10:31:53 Read More

Fit-again James Anderson grabs wicket for England in warm-up game

England fast bowler James Anderson bowled 11 overs and picked up a wicket on Wednesday in his first outing after more than four months out of action because of injury.
2019-12-19 09:55:32 Read More

Deepak Chahar ruled out of third ODI, Saini named as replacement

India pacer Deepak Chahar was on Thursday ruled out of the series-deciding third ODI against the West Indies owing to a back injury and replaced by Navdeep Saini.
2019-12-19 09:35:26 Read More

CAA unrest: Harbhajan Singh appeals for peace

India cricketer Harbhajan Singh on Thursday appealed for peace in the wake of protests against the amended citizenship act.
2019-12-19 09:28:13 Read More

Bangladesh 'reluctant' to play Tests in Pakistan: PCB

Bangladesh are "slightly reluctant" to play a Test series in Pakistan and have offered only to tour the country for three Twenty20 internationals next month, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has said.
2019-12-19 09:10:24 Read More

A star's legacy isn't at risk with late decline: Roger Federer

Roger Federer arrives for his interview at the precise appointed time, steering his white sedan into a parking spot in an industrial area dotted by art galleries about 15 minutes from his luxury apartment in this home-away-from-home.
2019-12-19 07:31:24 Read More

IPL Auction Live: Mumbai Indians grab Nathan Coulter-Nile for 10 crore

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2019-12-19 07:22:37 Read More

We will put on a show in Cuttack, promises Kieron Pollard

Blow hot, blow cold. The West Indies journey in this short limited-overs series has been a mixture of good and bad. The young side led by Kieron Pollard has shown that they have immense talent and could match the best in the business but they also lack consistency.
2019-12-19 05:33:20 Read More

Why's Virat so animated? Ask him, replies Pollard

In the T20I series, India captain Kohli imitated Kesrick Williams' 'notebook tick' celebration. In the second ODI against West Indies in Vizag on December 18, Kohli was very animated after Pollard's first-ball dismissal. "You have to ask him why he is so animated. I can't answer that for you," Pollard replied to a reporter's question after the match.
2019-12-19 05:26:34 Read More

The last few months have been really tough for me, says hat-trick man Kuldeep Yadav

"And that moment when you are feeling left out, calm down, you still have yourself, yes you do." Kuldeep Yadav could well attest to this. The 25-year-old 'chinaman' from Kanpur has had to weather a rough patch in the last few months but he has gallantly fought back.
2019-12-19 05:21:13 Read More

Live Score: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Day 1

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2019-12-19 04:42:13 Read More

Live Score: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Day 5

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2019-12-19 04:42:13 Read More

Late Firmino strike sends Liverpool into Club WC final

Substitute Roberto Firmino grabbed a stoppage-time winner as Liverpool beat Mexico's Monterrey 2-1 on Wednesday to reach the Club World Cup final, where they will play Brazil's Flamengo.
2019-12-19 04:32:29 Read More

Nikhat Zareen almost assured of trials

Nikhat Zareen recent performances in the ongoing private boxing league and her last national ranking recorded in September in the 51kg category have more or less cemented her place as a challenger to MC Mary Kom in the trials scheduled for December 27-28 at the IG stadium.
2019-12-19 04:10:18 Read More

Man City set up League Cup semifinal against United

Manchester City remained on course to lift the League Cup for a third successive season after overcoming third-tier Oxford United 3-1 on Wednesday and will face Manchester United in the semifinals.
2019-12-19 04:04:44 Read More

Wanting the ball will improve fielding: Virat Kohli

The second ODI in Visakhapatnam saw a few misfields and dropped catches by India, but it didn't cost the hosts as they had scored enough (387/5) to win comfortably in the end by 107 runs​​. Fielding errors hurt India during the T20I series and the first ODI as well.
2019-12-19 03:46:50 Read More

IPL Auction 2020: Batting cover, Indian bowler on CSK agenda

Options in the batting department and an Indian seam bowler are likely to be on top of the agenda for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) during the IPL auction in Kolkata on Thursday.
2019-12-19 03:43:21 Read More

Barca, Real share spoils in goalless 'Clasico'

Real Madrid outplayed Barcelona for much of Wednesday's 'Clasico' but did not make their dominance count in a politically-charged match between the La Liga front-runners, which largely failed to live up to expectations.
2019-12-19 03:24:07 Read More

IPL Auction: All eyes on RCB as 332 players go under the hammer

Many of the world's top cricketers will be among 332 players going under the hammer when the Indian Premier League holds its auction on Thursday. The spotlight will be on swashbucklers from the West Indies and Australia but some lesser-known youngsters could walk away with the big deals.
2019-12-19 03:21:14 Read More

Hat-trick a result of 4-5 months of hard work: Kuldeep

The 25-year-old dismissed the in-form Windies batsman Shai Hope (78), Jason Holder (11) and Alzarri Joseph (0) to once again register his name in history books during his spell of 3/52, which helped India win the match by 107 runs.
2019-12-19 03:03:21 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Thursday (December 19) that comprise El Clasico between Barcelona and Real Madrid, and round 2 matches of the Ranji Trophy.
2019-12-18 18:45:00 Read More

2nd ODI: Kohli and Pollard set an unwanted record in Vizag

India skipper Virat Kohli and his counterpart Kieron Pollard on Wednesday set an unwanted record during the second One-day International of the three-match series at ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam.
2019-12-18 17:44:29 Read More

This hat-trick tops my list as I was under pressure: Kuldeep Yadav

Kuldeep Yadav rates his hat-trick against West Indies in the second one-dayer on Wednesday as his best bowling performance as it came under pressure after a dip in form and exclusion from the national team.
2019-12-18 17:34:41 Read More

Delhi Capitals looking for seasoned overseas middle-order bat

Delhi Capitals, a franchise which has invested heavily in young Indian talent in the past, will instead be looking to build a strong base with experienced overseas players in the IPL auction on Thursday.
2019-12-18 17:19:43 Read More

We are not over reliant on toss, says Virat Kohli

Indian captain Virat Kohli on Wednesday said the way his side have been posting big totals after being put in to bat in the last few one-dayers showed that the team was not over reliant on toss.
2019-12-18 16:59:35 Read More

2nd ODI: Rohit, Rahul hit tons; Kuldeep takes hat-trick in India's big win

Hat-trick hero Kuldeep and Shami backed the efforts of the Indian batsmen as the hosts beat Windies by 107 runs in the 2nd ODI to level the 3-match series 1-1. Riding on Rohit's 159 along with 102 from Rahul, India posted 387/5 in the must-win game. Chasing a mammoth total, Windies were bundled out for 280. The decisive third ODI will be held in Cuttack on Sunday.
2019-12-18 16:31:29 Read More

Kuldeep first Indian to take 2nd international hat-trick

Kuldeep Yadav on Wednesday took a hat-trick during the second ODI between India and West Indies in Visakhapatnam, becoming the first Indian to take two hat-tricks in international cricket. Kuldeep had previously taken a hat-trick during the 2017 series against Australia at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. He also has a hat-trick to his name at the U-19 level for India.
2019-12-18 15:31:00 Read More

Rohit-Rahul break Ganguly-Sehwag's 17-year-old record

KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma on Wednesday registered the highest ever opening partnership by an Indian pair against West Indies in the one-day internationals.
2019-12-18 14:03:11 Read More

Rohit Sharma joins Sourav Ganguly, David Warner in elite list

In-form opener Rohit Sharma achieved another milestone on Wednesday as he joined former India skipper Sourav Ganguly and David Warner in the list of most ODI hundreds in a year. In the 2nd contest of the 3-match rubber against West Indies at Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Rohit slammed his 28th ODI century, which was his seventh ton this year.
2019-12-18 11:49:53 Read More

IPL 2020 Player Auction: All you need to know

A total of 186 Indian players and 146 overseas players, including 3 players from Associate Nations will be up for grabs in the IPL auction this time. The highest reserve price for the auction is Rs 2 crore and only seven players are in the top bracket. There is no Indian in the highest base price bracket.
2019-12-18 10:42:20 Read More

Brian Lara backs Virat Kohli to break Sachin's and his records

The West Indian legend, Brian Charles Lara redefined stylish batting and in a career spanning 17 years scored over 20,000 international runs, with 53 international centuries and multiple records. In a conversation with Timesofindia.com, Lara talked about who he thinks can break his record of the highest Test score & why and Kohli's march towards Tendulkar's records.
2019-12-18 08:15:42 Read More

I want fair Olympic trials, which should be televised live: Nikhat Zareen

Nikhat Zareen on Tuesday demanded a fair Olympic selection trials and asked the national federation (BFI) to telecast live the fight after her much-anticipated showdown against MC Mary Kom in the Indian Boxing League was cancelled.
2019-12-17 16:31:52 Read More

U-17 football: India beat Thailand 1-0, to play Sweden in final

India edged out Thailand 1-0 in an enthralling last round-robin game of the U-17 three-nation football tournament on Tuesday to book a place in the final.
2019-12-17 16:05:26 Read More

Yuvraj blasts Indian team management for World Cup ouster

Yuvraj Singh on Tuesday slammed the Indian team management for the country's World Cup ouster in the semifinals, saying its planning for the 50 over tournament was "completely wrong".
2019-12-17 14:48:06 Read More

Winning was the only option, says Indian captain Rani Rampal

Indian women's team captain Rani Rampal's moves on the hockey pitch, sometimes dainty, often daring, creating, feinting, powering, is a throwback to her childhood in a sense where she learnt to innovate just to keep pace.
2019-12-17 14:19:54 Read More

We will cover all bases: Virat Kohli assures RCB fans

Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Virat Kohli sent a message to the team's fans ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League auction.
2019-12-17 13:37:53 Read More

#OneDayInJuly: ICC relives biggest sporting day of 2019

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday relived the biggest sporting day of 2019, looking back at the finals of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup and Wimbledon.
2019-12-17 13:31:05 Read More

'India's squad should be ready 4 months before T20 World Cup'

Former India stars Yuvraj Singh and Harbhajan Singh on Tuesday said Virat Kohli's T20 World Cup team should be finalised four months prior to the marquee event.
2019-12-17 13:12:01 Read More

Ranji Trophy: Delhi bundled out for 215 on Day 1

Delhi put up a disappointing batting performance to be bowled out for 215 on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy match against Andhra on Tuesday.
2019-12-17 13:06:35 Read More

IPL was easier route to India colours: Deepak Chahar

A remarkably candid Deepak Chahar on Tuesday said he understood early in his career that switching his focus to white ball cricket and IPL was the fastest and easiest route to the India dressing room.
2019-12-17 12:22:57 Read More

Ranji Trophy: Ashwin bags 5 wickets as TN dismiss HP for 158

Ace off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin starred with a five-wicket haul to help Tamil Nadu bundle out Himachal Pradesh for 158 in 71.4 overs on the opening day of the Ranji Trophy Group 'B' match on Tuesday.
2019-12-17 12:19:28 Read More

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IPL 2020 auction: McCullum hopes that cards fall KKR's way

The auction for the 2020 Indian Premier League (IPL) season is less than 48 hours away and all stakeholders are in the home stretch as far planning for the event is concerned.
2019-12-17 12:03:34 Read More

Formula One: A season of sixes and sadness

Lewis Hamilton and his Mercedes team hit Formula One for six in 2019 while the sport's young stars shone brighter than ever, but the season will be remembered also for a lasting sense of loss.
2019-12-17 10:32:07 Read More

Ticktum joins Williams as development driver

Former Red Bull junior driver Dan Ticktum has joined Williams in a development role while also competing in Formula Two next season, the Formula One team said on Tuesday.
2019-12-17 10:27:18 Read More

Kapil, Gaekwad asked to appear before BCCI ethics officer

BCCI ethics officer DK Jain has asked Kapil Dev and Anshuman Gaekwad to appear in Mumbai later this month to explain conflict of interest allegations against them even though they have already resigned from the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC).
2019-12-17 10:10:22 Read More

Tokyo 2020 Olympics: India men to face New Zealand in hockey opener

The Indian men's and women's hockey teams will open their campaigns against New Zealand and the Netherlands respectively at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics on July 25, the world body (FIH) said here on Tuesday.
2019-12-17 10:07:11 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah bowls full tilt in India nets

Jasprit Bumrah showed no signs of rustiness as he went full tilt at Rishabh Pant but the resurgent Prithvi Shaw looked far from being fit for international cricket during his session with trainer Nick Webb at India's optional practice in Visakhapatnam ahead of the second ODI.
2019-12-17 09:58:02 Read More

Deepak Punia named UWW's 'Junior Freestyle Wrestler of the Year'

World championships silver medallist Deepak Punia has been named the 'Junior Freestyle Wrestler of the Year' by United World Wrestling (UWW) after a stellar season during which he made a phenomenal transition from junior to the senior circuit.
2019-12-17 09:56:42 Read More

IPL Auction: Foreign players who could be on must-buy list

Apart from a few Indian players, there will be some overseas players who will be on top of every team’s must-buy list as well. Here's a look at a few such players, who were released by teams ahead of this auction and could well trigger bidding wars on December 19 in Kolkata.
2019-12-17 08:59:22 Read More

Golf in 2019: Tiger Woods roars back into spotlight

Tiger Woods completed one of sport's greatest ever comebacks by winning his 15th major title at the Masters in April, before ending the year as a winning Presidents Cup captain.
2019-12-17 08:06:21 Read More

Rishabh Pant needs to be consistent with bat: Gautam Gambhir

Former India opener Gautam Gambhir reckons young wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant should be more consistent with the bat as the team management has shown a lot of faith in him in the recent past.
2019-12-17 07:55:36 Read More

India vs West Indies, 1st ODI: Third umpire prompted review in controversial Ravindra Jadeja run-out

According to a report in ESPNcricinfo, immediately after George had turned down the initial run-out appeal by Roston Chase, Tucker asked the former, via the radio that wires all the match officials, to refer it "upstairs" as the decision was "tight".
2019-12-17 07:50:33 Read More

'No system in place for young tennis players to come through'

Before worrying about grooming young players who can make it to the Indian Davis Cup squad, the country needs to lay the basic groundwork required for younger tennis players to flourish, says Saketh Myneni.
2019-12-17 07:33:26 Read More

India fret about bowling combination, WI eye series win

On a true pitch like Visakhapatnam, it will be a different challenge for India's fast bowlers, while the spinners will need to get over their wicket-less outing in Chennai, where the Windies easily chased down India's 287 to win by eight wickets.
2019-12-17 06:49:40 Read More

IPL Auction: Little-known Indian players who can trigger bidding wars

A total of 332 cricketers will go under the hammer at the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 players' auction in Kolkata on December 19. Apart from popular players, there could be some little known players who can trigger bidding wars among the eight teams. Players like Yashasvi Jaiswal, R Sai Kishore, Abhimanyu Easwaran are the ones to look out for.
2019-12-17 06:14:58 Read More

South Africa captain Faf du Plessis wants AB de Villiers back

South African captain Faf du Plessis said on Monday that talks had begun aimed at getting star batsman AB de Villiers back into international cricket ahead of the T20 World Cup in Australia in October next year.
2019-12-17 05:35:13 Read More

Champions League: 'Real' twist to Manchester City's quest

This is what we’ve been waiting for, in more than one sense. This enticing unpredictability is the glorious flipside of the group stage’s problematic predictability, but what is so exciting about this season’s Champions League last-16 draw is how fresh it is.
2019-12-17 05:35:06 Read More

84-year-old Canadian becomes oldest to run Antarctic marathon

An 84-year-old Canadian national named Roy Jorgen Svenningsen has become the oldest person ever to complete the Antarctic Ice Marathon. Svenningse, who started the race December 13, took 11 hours and 41 minutes to finish it on Monday.
2019-12-17 05:14:38 Read More

Seamer Peter Siddle recalled to Australia Boxing Day Test squad

Australia's cricket selectors gave veteran paceman Peter Siddle a career lifeline Tuesday, calling him up to the 13-man squad for the second Test against New Zealand in Melbourne beginning on Boxing Day.
2019-12-17 05:00:03 Read More

BCCI shifts two Ranji Trophy ties out of Northeast

The unrest over the contentious Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) has hit cricket too. Following protests in the Northeast, the BCCI has been forced to shift two matches of the Plate Group in the second round of the Ranji Trophy, which begins on Tuesday, out of the disputed region.
2019-12-17 04:39:45 Read More

Pravin Amre set to join Mumbai Indians as scout

TOI has learnt that the former India batsman turned coach, who earlier this month parted ways with Delhi Capitals as their talent scout, is set to join the Mumbai Indians in the same role in the next few days.
2019-12-17 04:20:14 Read More

No league showdown between Mary Kom and Nikhat

The much-awaited showdown between MC Mary Kom and Nikhat Zareen during an ongoing league sanctioned by the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) will not happen now as the six-time world champion has decided to pull out of the bout on Tuesday, citing a back injury.
2019-12-17 03:58:27 Read More

Jay Shah asks for medical records of Bhuvi's injury

After TOI's report on how Bhuvi's 'sports hernia' went undetected despite three separate scans at a private clinic in Bangalore, Jay Shah has asked for all the details related to his injury. Following that, Shah is expected to look into all the concerns related to the National Cricket Academy.
2019-12-17 03:42:45 Read More

How Rishabh Pant got back his clean bat-swing

The 22-year-0ld wicketkeeper-batsman from Delhi worked on technique with his club coach Tarak Sinha before West Indies series. Pant, Sinha and his mentor Devender Sharma decided to "free him up" with sessions of clean hitting to get his bat-swing back.
2019-12-17 03:24:59 Read More

Maxwell dropped, Labuschagne called up for Australia's India tour

Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis were left out of the Australia squad for next month's limited overs tour of India on Tuesday as Marnus Labuschagne was handed a chance to earn his first one-day cap.
2019-12-17 03:15:30 Read More

2nd ODI: India need to address white-ball bowling blues

India may have coped just fine without ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah during the home Tests against South Africa and Bangladesh this season, but his absence has been telling in the ongoing limited-overs series against West Indies. It was perhaps most glaring against Kieron Pollard’s side at Chepauk on Sunday, as the visitors hardly broke sweat during a run chase of 288.
2019-12-17 03:06:41 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Tuesday (December 17) that comprise round 2 matches of the Ranji Trophy and football action.
2019-12-16 18:45:00 Read More

IPL 2020 auction to go ahead as scheduled despite protests over CAA

The protests over the contentious Citizenship Amendment Act notwithstanding, the players' auction for the Indian Premier League will go ahead in Kolkata as scheduled on Thursday. As many as 332 cricketers will go under the hammer at the IPL auction in Kolkata on December 19 with Australia's Glenn Maxwell and South African Dale Steyn among those opting for the top base price of Rs 2 crore.
2019-12-16 14:51:14 Read More

I want to get where Virat Kohli is today: Babar Azam

Prolific Pakistan batsman Babar Azam wants to achieve the "legend" status that Virat Kohli has acquired but concedes that despite the oft-repeated comparisons, he is still some time away from getting anywhere close to the Indian captain.
2019-12-16 13:02:12 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Monday (December 16) that comprise football action from across the globe.
2019-12-15 18:45:00 Read More

Right decision was made: Pollard on Jadeja run-out call

West Indies skipper Kieron Pollard on Sunday said the right decision was taken in the end regarding umpire Shaun George's late run-out call involving Ravindra Jadeja during India's first ODI against the West Indies.
2019-12-15 17:53:04 Read More

I have never seen that happen in cricket: Kohli on Jadeja's run out

India captain Virat Kohli on Sunday expressed his strong displeasure at the manner in which Ravindra Jadeja was given run out following a late DRS call in the first ODI against West Indies on Sunday.
2019-12-15 17:23:59 Read More

Ronaldo double puts Juventus back to top of Serie A

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Juventus bounced back from their first defeat of the season to beat Udinese 3-1 and move top of Serie A on Sunday.
2019-12-15 17:07:01 Read More

1st ODI: Hetmyer, Hope tons lead Windies to 8-wicket win over India

Shimron Hetmyer and Shai Hope hit centuries and combined in a stand of 218 to guide West Indies to an eight-wicket victory over India in the opening match of their one-day international series at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday. Hetmyer, who smashed 139 off 106 balls for his highest ODI score, helped West Indies chase down a target of 288 with 13 deliveries to spare.
2019-12-15 16:55:09 Read More

EPL: Teenager Greenwood rescues Manchester United in Everton draw

Mason Greenwood came off the bench to rescue Manchester United as the teenage striker's late equaliser secured a 1-1 draw against Everton on Sunday.
2019-12-15 16:27:50 Read More

Taj finds employee who gave advice to Sachin Tendulkar

A day after former batsman Sachin Tendulkar asked netizens to find a staff of Taj Hotels whose advice helped him during his cricketing days, the hotel found the staffer and said it would be a delight to connect the two of you for a meeting.
2019-12-15 16:04:40 Read More

Para-shuttler Sanjeev Kumar seeks government support for Tokyo Olympics

Indian para-shuttler Sanjeev Kumar who has brought laurels for the country is struggling for funds for the upcoming tournaments and urged the government to provide financial assistance to qualify for the Tokyo Olympics.
2019-12-15 14:19:31 Read More

Skipper Tim Paine says Aussies on the rise again

Skipper Tim Paine believes Australia is climbing back towards the top of Test cricket after a third successive powerhouse victory at Perth Stadium on Sunday.
2019-12-15 14:01:39 Read More

Lovren ruled out of Liverpool's Club World Cup trip

Dejan Lovren has been ruled out of Liverpool's trip to the Club World Cup, but Georginio Wijnaldum will travel with the Reds squad for the tournament in Qatar.
2019-12-15 13:34:15 Read More

Rooney confident he could still thrive in Premier League

Wayne Rooney believes he could still make an impact in the Premier League as the former Manchester United star targets a return to the top-flight with Derby. Rooney will resume his career in England next month after joining second-tier Derby as player-coach from MLS side DC United.
2019-12-15 13:25:39 Read More

It was a magic moment for me, says Abid Ali

Pakistan's record breaking batsman Abid Ali on Sunday said that it was a magic moment for him to score a Test century on debut against Sri Lanka here in the country's first home match in the long form of the game in 10 years.
2019-12-15 13:20:12 Read More

1st Test: Australia thrash New Zealand by 296 runs

Australia cleaned up a hapless New Zealand under lights on the fourth day to secure a commanding 296-run victory in the first Test on Sunday.. Chasing a record 468 runs, New Zealand crumbled against sustained bowling from Australia's undermanned attack and were bowled out for 171 in a lopsided contest.
2019-12-15 13:03:48 Read More

Pakistan's first home Test since 2009 ends in a draw

Pakistan's Test against Sri Lanka, their first at home since the attack against the same visitors in 2009, ended in a draw on Sunday after being badly affected by the weather.
2019-12-15 11:53:30 Read More

Pakistan's Abid Ali first to score Test and ODI hundreds on debut

Pakistan opener Abid Ali became the first batsman to score hundreds on both Test and one-day international debuts when he struck a ton against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi on Sunday.
2019-12-15 11:30:58 Read More

Sarpreet first Indian-origin player to play for Bayern Munich

Attacking midfielder Sarpreet Singh became the first player of Indian descent to play in the German Bundesliga while making his debut in FC Bayern Munich's 6-1 thrashing of Werder Bremen on Saturday night.
2019-12-15 11:08:15 Read More

Bengal's Shyamali bags silver at TSK 25K after tumour scare

Long distance running is about breaking barriers and Shyamali Singh is doing just that. Every stride she takes is aimed at bigger success than her previous one. She didn't disappoint in TSK 25K as well, when she finished second on Sunday with a timing of 1:39:02.
2019-12-15 10:51:53 Read More

Shuttler Lakshya Sen claims Bangladesh International Challenge title

Fast-rising Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen notched up his fifth title of the season, claiming the men's singles crown at the Bangladesh International Challenger with a straight games win over Malaysia's Leong Jun Hao in the final on Sunday.
2019-12-15 10:35:00 Read More

BWF Finals: Momota caps stellar year with 11th title

World number one Kento Momota fought back from a game down to win his 11th badminton title of the year on Sunday with victory at the BWF World Tour Finals.
2019-12-15 09:21:09 Read More

Kohli, Rohit can break my record: Brian Lara

The batting legend from West Indies believes "attacking players are the ones who are best suited" to break his record of 400 runs in a singles innings of a Test match.
2019-12-15 08:35:30 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Sunday (December 15) that comprise the first ODI between India and the West Indies, and action from English Premier League.
2019-12-14 18:45:00 Read More

1st ODI Preview: New format, old problems for India

When India take the field against West Indies in the first ODI at Chepauk on Sunday, foremost among the concerns for India will be the notorious middle-order situation. It was one of the reasons for India's downfall in the World Cup in England six months ago and hasn't yet been satisfactorily solved.
2019-12-14 17:36:13 Read More

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EPL: Chelsea rocked as Gosling gives Bournemouth shock win

Chelsea slumped to a shock 1-0 defeat against struggling Bournemouth on Saturday as Dan Gosling's late goal extended the Blues' recent poor run in the Premier League.
2019-12-14 17:15:42 Read More

India need to find a way to turn it on big days in ICC events: Lara

The Virat Kohli-led Indian team needs to figure a way out to "turn it on the big day" to break its knock-out jinx at the global white ball tournaments, feels the legendary Brian Lara.
2019-12-14 16:54:47 Read More

Virat Kohli has changed the dynamics of Indian team: Monty Panesar

England spinner Monty Panesar hailed Virat Kohli's discipline with regard to fitness, even saying that he might take a leaf out of the Indian captain's book while trying to make a comeback in first-class cricket. Panesar feels that Kohli's captaincy deserves a lot of credit for India's recent dominance in the longest format of the game.
2019-12-14 15:56:06 Read More

EPL: Salah strikes twice as Liverpool sink struggling Watford

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah kept up his scoring streak against Watford with a brace as the Premier League leaders sealed a 2-0 victory over the bottom club at Anfield on Saturday. The win restored Liverpool's 11-point advantage over second-placed Leicester City.
2019-12-14 14:41:36 Read More

Shastri on keeping options for T20 WC: Let's see how Dhoni's body holds up

Only Mahendra Singh Dhoni knows whether his body will be able to cope up with rigours of international cricket after a break, KL Rahul could be a "serious keeping option" for next year's T20 Word Cup and Rishabh Pant needs to "calm down", feels India head coach Ravi Shastri.
2019-12-14 13:54:24 Read More

Day-Night Test: Australia build 417-run lead vs New Zealand

Marnus Labuschagne and Joe Burns notched half-centuries before New Zealand's unflagging attack yielded late wickets, but Australia had built a near insurmountable lead of 417 by stumps on day three of the first Test on Saturday.
2019-12-14 13:33:20 Read More

Ready for '2nd innings', Panesar speaks about his battles with depression

Former England spinner Monty Panesar is back and raring to go after battling depression for a "long long time".
2019-12-14 13:30:15 Read More

Cricket fraternity wishes Kuldeep Yadav on his 25th birthday

Cricket fraternity on Saturday wished the chinaman bowler Kuldeep Yadav as he turns 25 on Saturday.
2019-12-14 13:15:31 Read More

Focusing on service and receives, says Sathiyan

Terming them as "boring and neglected" areas of table-tennis, ace paddler Gnanasekaran Sathiyan on Saturday said he was focussing on "services and receives" to improve his overall game.
2019-12-14 13:08:54 Read More

Boucher named South Africa head coach as England series looms

Former wicketkeeper Mark Boucher has been appointed South Africa's head coach ahead of the four-Test home series against England that starts on December 26, Cricket South Africa confirmed on Saturday.
2019-12-14 12:54:52 Read More

Have lot of respect for Sourav and to hell with those who don't understand: Shastri

"To hell with those who don't understand" was Ravi Shastri's inimitable response to the sceptics, who have constantly made conjectures about his alleged frosty relationship with BCCI president Sourav Ganguly. A week back, it was Ganguly who had cleared the air on his part making it clear that rumours of bad blood between him and the head coach of the Indian cricket team are merely "speculations".
2019-12-14 12:50:54 Read More

'Get him in your squad': Pietersen to Kohli on diaper-wearing kid

A month after former England captain Michael Vaughan joked about a video doing the rounds on social media where a kid is seen playing copybook cricketing shots, Kevin Pietersen picked up on it asking Virat Kohli to get the toddler in his squad.
2019-12-14 12:08:54 Read More

We are on a mission to do better in ODIs: Kieron Pollard

West Indies captain Kieron Pollard on Saturday said his team is "on a mission" to do better in the one-dayers but insisted that favourable results may not come immediately.
2019-12-14 12:07:27 Read More

India vs Sri Lanka T20I: BCCI, Assam CA to 'monitor' situation in Guwahati

The BCCI and Assam Cricket Association (ACA) will be "closely monitoring" the security situation in Guwahati in the wake of protests against the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, keeping in mind the January 5 T20 International between India and Sri Lanka.
2019-12-14 11:53:26 Read More

Once Pant gets runs, he will be a massive player: Rathour

India batting coach Vikram Rathour on Saturday backed underfire Rishabh Pant and felt the young stumper carries immense ability and once he starts getting runs, he will be a 'massive player'.
2019-12-14 10:31:19 Read More

Arsenal distances itself from Ozil's comments on China, Uighurs

English soccer club Arsenal tried on Saturday to distance itself from the comments of its star midfielder Mesut Ozil after he posted messages on Twitter and Instagram critical of China's policies toward its Muslim Uighur minority.
2019-12-14 09:51:36 Read More

Bumrah, Hardik had refused to go to NCA: Sources

With Bhuvneshwar Kumar out of the ODI series with injury, the NCA is once again under scanner. It has now come to light that Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah had refused to undergo rehabilitation at the NCA post their injuries. "Both Pandya and Bumrah made it clear to the management that they wouldn't go for rehabilitation," a BCCI official revealed.
2019-12-14 09:33:37 Read More

Patrick Reed's caddie 'shoves' fan at Presidents Cup

Patrick Reed's caddie Kessler Karain Saturday shoved a fan at the Presidents Cup as tensions boiled over after endless barracking of the player by spectators.
2019-12-14 08:42:52 Read More

Fourth day of Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Test washed out

Rain continues to disrupt the revival of Test cricket in Pakistan after 10 years as the fourth day's play of the first Test between Pakistan and Sri Lanka has been called off without a ball being bowled.
2019-12-14 08:17:27 Read More

Top guns all confirm for Australian Open

All the world's top 50 men and women players, bar Victoria Azarenka, have confirmed they will start the Australian Open, the first Grand Slam of the season, at Melbourne Park in January, organisers said.
2019-12-14 08:04:12 Read More

Coach Ponting meets Delhi Capitals management ahead of IPL auction

Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting has said that a lot of focus will be on "overseas fast bowlers" in next week's IPL auctions as the franchise deliberated over the potential targets. Ponting met members of the management to discuss the team's targets for the upcoming season.
2019-12-14 07:55:37 Read More

Easy to switch formats if game plan is clear: Mayank Agarwal

Having cemented his place in India's Test squad, opener Mayank Agarwal says it is easy to switch formats if the game-plan is clear. Agarwal has been picked in the team for the ODI series against West Indies as a replacement for the injured Shikhar Dhawan.
2019-12-14 07:09:55 Read More

India firm favourites going into first ODI against Windies

India will have their tails up whey they play West Indies in the first One-day International of the three-match rubber here on Sunday, seeking a 10th straight bilateral ODI series win against the side from the Caribbean. Both teams will have an eye on the weather after rains in the last 24 hours.
2019-12-14 06:56:25 Read More

Brazil, Colombia, Japan round out 2023 women's World Cup host bids

Brazil, Colombia and Japan have each submitted formal bids to host the 2023 Women's World Cup, the sport's global governing body FIFA said on Friday, a day after Australia and New Zealand announced their joint bid.
2019-12-14 05:55:59 Read More

Josh Hazlewood ruled out of Perth Test with hamstring strain

Right-arm Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood will not be bowling again in the remainder of the ongoing first Test against New Zealand due to an injury.
2019-12-14 05:29:29 Read More

Dhoni will be there at T20 World Cup: Dwayne Bravo

Dhoni has made himself unavailable for selection since the World Cup in England earlier this year, which has led to growing speculation whether he will be in the reckoning for the T20 World Cup next year or hang his boots before that. “Dhoni has never retired. So I think he will be there at the World T20," said Dwayne Bravo.
2019-12-14 04:23:25 Read More

Shardul replaces injured Bhuvneshwar for ODIs vs Windies

The BCCI on Saturday announced Shardul Thakur as the replacement for injured Bhuvneshwar Kumar for the ODI series against West Indies beginning in Chennai on Sunday. Bhuvneshwar complained of pain in his right groin after the final T20I in Mumbai. Thakur last played an ODI during the Asia Cup in September 2018, following which he played his maiden Test against West Indies this October.
2019-12-14 03:51:17 Read More

Learn from Virat Kohli: WI assistant coach tells team

While Kohli’s batting genius is there for everyone to see, it is the work he puts in behind the scenes that Roddy Estwick wants the young West Indians to learn from.
2019-12-14 03:28:57 Read More

Chess federation feud: Ministry steps in, calls off GBM

It seems there’s no end to the internecine feud in the All India Chess Federation (AICF), as the officials from the northern and southern parts of the country have been on a collision course for long.
2019-12-14 03:18:24 Read More

Odisha U-19 cricket team returns home after Guwahati horror

The visiting Odisha U-19 team was holed up in a hotel for two nights on the highway near Guwahati after news of unrest related to protests against the Citizenship Amendment Bill came in. The BCCI later cancelled the Cooch Behar Trophy match between Assam and Odisha.
2019-12-14 03:03:28 Read More

Klopp urges Liverpool fans to 'enjoy the journey' after new deal

Jurgen Klopp said Friday he signed a contract extension keeping him at Liverpool until 2024 to project an image of security and stability for future potential transfer targets.
2019-12-14 02:59:00 Read More

Klopp urges Liverpool fans to 'enjoy the journey' after new deal

Jurgen Klopp said Friday he signed a contract extension keeping him at Liverpool until 2024 to project an image of security and stability for future potential transfer targets.
2019-12-14 02:59:00 Read More

La Liga: 3,000 police and security for rescheduled 'Clasico'

Some 3,000 police officers and private security agents will be deployed for the rescheduled 'Clasico' against Real Madrid next week, local officials said Friday, amid renewed fears of unrest around the fixture.
2019-12-14 02:45:52 Read More

Why is 'KulCha' off Team India's menu?

As India get ready to take on West Indies in the first ODI, one will have to ponder whether the possibility of playing the wrist-spin combination has been put in cold storage? “See, we were looking at an ideal combination. Yes, there may be conducive conditions when both can play together, but we will have to look at the overall balance,” team's bowling coach said.
2019-12-14 02:41:03 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Saturday (December 14) that comprise action from Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, Australia vs New Zealand Test matches and the English Premier League.
2019-12-13 18:44:00 Read More

CAC, selection committee unlikely to be formed before January hearing of SC

The BCCI will decide on the composition of its Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) and subsequent changes in the national selection committee only after the Supreme Court hears its plea on amending some of the key Lodha reforms in January.
2019-12-13 15:50:56 Read More

Happy to get back to Lord's as BCCI president: Sourav Ganguly

Back at Lord's cricket ground for the first time as BCCI president, former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Friday went down memory lane, saying it was nice to be back here in a different capacity.
2019-12-13 15:15:47 Read More

India U-17 women's football team loses 0-3 to Sweden

The India U-17 women's team began the three-nation football tournament on a disastrous note, going down 0-3 to Sweden in the opening match on Friday.
2019-12-13 15:15:34 Read More

Russian track and field athletes could be at 2020 Olympics as neutrals: Federation

Russian track and field athletes could be cleared to compete at next year's Tokyo Olympics as neutrals despite the federation's ongoing suspension, its acting chief said on Friday.
2019-12-13 14:35:22 Read More

1st Test: Starc dominates for Australia as New Zealand crumble

Australia quick Mitchell Starc tore through New Zealand's batting-order shortly before stumps on a dramatic Day 2, as the hosts gained a stranglehold of the first Test on Friday.
2019-12-13 13:51:16 Read More

Strict punishment is solution of doping: Akhil Kumar

After two athletes were banned by the NADA over failing the dope test, Olympian boxer Akhil Kumar on Friday said that the strict punishment is the solution to avoid happening of such cases.
2019-12-13 13:33:22 Read More

EPL: Solskjaer backs resurgent Man United to battle for top four

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said his side need time to develop but has backed them to fight for a top-four spot this season.
2019-12-13 12:55:40 Read More

Dube will get better as an all-rounder as he gains more confidence: Arun

India bowling coach Bharat Arun strongly feels that Shivam Dube has all the ingredients to become a good all-rounder at the international level as he keeps gaining confidence with every international game that he plays. Dube came into the limelight with his big-hitting prowess during an innings of 54 in 30 balls against West Indies in the second T20 International in Thiruvananthapuram.
2019-12-13 12:41:23 Read More

BWF Finals: PV Sindhu beats He Bing Jiao for consolation win

Already out of reckoning, India's PV Sindhu recorded a consolation win over China's He Bing Jiao in the third Group A match to end her campaign on a positive note at the year-ending BWF World Tour Finals on Friday.
2019-12-13 12:32:35 Read More

Chess players are normal human beings: FIDE vice president

FIDE vice president Nigel Short was in town on Sunday to conduct a coaching session for enthusiasts, and later in the evening played a simultaneous event with 26 select local players.
2019-12-13 12:11:44 Read More

Messi doesn't need to win World Cup to be called great player: Crespo

Lionel Messi is in the same league as Pele or Diego Maradona and he doesn't need to win a World Cup to prove his greatness, feels iconic former Argentine striker Hernan Crespo.
2019-12-13 11:30:48 Read More

Rain forces suspension of play in historic Pakistan Test

Pakistan's first Test match at home in over a decade is heading for a tame draw after rain and bad light wiped out almost the entire third day's play against Sri Lanka at Rawalpindi on Friday.
2019-12-13 11:26:21 Read More

Graeme Smith the 'ideal candidate' to lead South Africa into new dawn

Former South Africa captain Graeme Smith is the ideal candidate for the role of director of cricket for the home series against England that starts later this month, according to acting Cricket South Africa (CAS) chief executive Jacques Faul.
2019-12-13 11:13:44 Read More

Work as hard as Kohli: West Indies assistant coach to players

Virat Kohli is the "benchmark" and that is why all West Indies players should work as hard as the Indian captain to achieve their goals, feels their assistant coach Roddy Estwick.
2019-12-13 10:29:28 Read More

How Yashasvi made it from tents to India dressing room

Seventeen-year-old Yashasvi Jaiswal has been making the headlines ever since he became the youngest batsman to score a double-hundred in List A cricket. At 17 years and 292 days, the Mumbai opener scored 203 runs during the Vijay Hazare Trophy match between Mumbai and Jharkhand in October.
2019-12-13 09:38:31 Read More

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IPL Auction: 332 cricketers to go under the hammer on December 19

The list of 997 cricketers, who had registered for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) players' auction, has been pruned to 332. Eight franchises will bid on December 19 in Kolkata. Among the shortlisted players are 186 from India, 143 from overseas and three from the Associate Nations. It was prepared after franchises picked preferred players' list.
2019-12-13 09:35:28 Read More

Maxwell set for return after being 'mentally, physically ruined'

Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell, who had taken a break from cricket to deal with his mental health, is set to make his return in the Big Bash League.
2019-12-13 09:30:26 Read More

Close to full fitness, Bumrah to bowl at India nets

Out of the team since the start of the home series against South Africa due to a stress fracture in his back, Bumrah, India's premier fast bowler, will slowly be brought back to full tilt, similar to the way Bhuvneshwar Kumar returned to the fold after recovering. Although he wasn't a part of the squad, Bumrah will be having a net session with the team.
2019-12-13 06:56:37 Read More

Shreyas Iyer should bat at No. 4 in ODIs: Anil Kumble

Former India captain and spin legend Anil Kumble wants Shreyas Iyer to bat at the crucial No. 4 position in the upcoming ODI series against the West Indies, which according to him, is going be a tough "challenge" for the Indian bowlers.
2019-12-13 06:34:48 Read More

Live Cricket Score, Australia vs New Zealand, 1st Test, Day 3

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3rd T20I Live: Kohli, Rahul lead India run charge

Check live cricket score, scorecard and ball by ball commentary of 3rd T20I match between India and West Indies on Times of India.
2019-12-11 14:57:36 Read More

South Africa appoint Graeme Smith acting director of cricket

South Africa have named Graeme Smith as acting director of cricket for a three-month period, which covers England's tour of the country starting later this month, before he takes up a commentary role at the Indian Premier League.
2019-12-11 14:19:32 Read More

Rohit Sharma becomes first Indian to hit 400 international sixes

Rohit Sharma on Wednesday became the first Indian to smack 400 sixes in international cricket. The ‘Hitman’ achieved the feat in the third T20 International of the 3-match series against West Indies. Chris Gayle holds the record of most number of international sixes with 534 followed by retired Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi with 476 sixes.
2019-12-11 13:55:10 Read More

Stronger every day, says Hardik Pandya

Plotting a return to international cricket during the tour of New Zealand which begins in the last week of January, India all-rounder Hardik Pandya on Wednesday posted a workout video of his on social media, saying he is getting "stronger every day".
2019-12-11 13:27:48 Read More

Naseem leads fightback as Pakistan host first Test in a decade

Pakistan's teenage fast bowler Naseem Shah led the hosts' recovery against Sri Lanka on a riveting opening day as Test cricket returned to the country on Wednesday for the first time since a militant attack in 2009. Sri Lanka started strongly but Pakistan fought back through their four-pronged pace attack as the visitors reached 202 for five when bad light brought an end to the day's play.
2019-12-11 13:03:03 Read More

Ricky Ponting joins Twitter, shares pictures with his son

Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting on Wednesday finally joined social media platform Twitter. He posted a picture with his son to mark his first post on Twitter. In the post, Ponting can be seen with his son enjoying a training session.
2019-12-11 11:52:38 Read More

Live Cricket Score, 3rd T20I: India vs West Indies

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Afghanistan reappoint Asghar Afghan as captain for all formats

The Afghanistan Cricket Board re-appointed former captain Asghar Afghan as the skipper across all formats of the game on Wednesday. The decision taken by the ACB's top management officials, comes seven months after Asghar was stripped from captaincy across formats.
2019-12-11 11:44:35 Read More

Prithvi Shaw makes statement with destructive double ton

Mumbai opener Prithvi Shaw on Wednesday scored his maiden first-class double century. He achieved the feat against Baroda in the Ranji Trophy. Shaw managed to register 202 off 179 balls. Earlier this year, Shaw was suspended by BCCI for a doping violation. Shaw announced his return by scoring a 32-ball fifty for Mumbai against Assam in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
2019-12-11 11:33:11 Read More

Australian boxers to train in India before Olympic Qualifiers

Indian boxers gearing up for the Olympic qualifiers in China will be training with their counterparts from Australia in Patiala from January 5 to 25 as part of their preparations, national men's coach CA Kuttappa told PTI on Wednesday.
2019-12-11 10:55:28 Read More

Smith, Cummins could lead Australia in Tests after Paine: Gilchrist

Legendary Adam Gilchrist feels Pat Cummins or Steve Smith should lead the Australian Test team after current skipper Tim Paine hinted that he might relinquish captaincy and this summer could be his last in the Test team.
2019-12-11 10:53:17 Read More

Women should learn boxing and karate to protect themselves: Mary Kom

MC Mary Kom, an Olympic medallist and Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha on Wednesday expressed deep concern over increasing rapes and crimes against women. The world-class boxer also suggested that women should learn boxing and karate to protect themselves.
2019-12-11 10:43:24 Read More

Save runs, put pressure on opposition: Gavaskar to Kohli & Co

Former Indian skipper Sunil Gavaskar feels Virat Kohli's men need to work on their fielding if they are to win the World T20 slated to be held in Australia next year.
2019-12-11 09:58:24 Read More

Rijiju expects best-ever haul in Tokyo, but sets sights on 2028 Olympics

Sports minister Kiren Rijiju is hoping for a best-ever medal haul from the country's athletes in the Tokyo Olympics, but warned that the blame would lie with all the stakeholders if India fails to put up a good show in the 2028 Games.
2019-12-11 09:23:35 Read More

Mayank Agarwal replaces Shikhar Dhawan in India's ODI squad

Opener Mayank Agarwal was on Wednesday named as Shikhar Dhawan's replacement in India's ODI squad for the three-match series against the West Indies as the southpaw has not yet recovered from his knee injury.
2019-12-11 08:43:34 Read More

Viswanathan Anand turns 50: Wish him a happy birthday here

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2019-12-11 07:40:21 Read More

Brand Capital International invests in Minnesota Fantasy Sports tech company Starting 11

Starting 11 to launch fantasy soccer contests featuring proprietary live-substitution technology in India, the fastest-growing fantasy sports market in the w...
2019-12-11 06:50:00 Read More

Live Cricket Score, Pakistan vs Sri Lanka 1st Test, Day 4

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2019-12-11 04:29:59 Read More

A lot of factors at play when you bat first: Rohit Sharma

Defending totals in T20 hasn't been India's forte in recent times. It's got worse this season due to the absence of Jasprit Bumrah from the line-up.
2019-12-11 03:52:04 Read More

Vijender has Olympic return on mind but can't fulfill all conditions

The 34-year-old, who became the first Indian boxer to win an Olympic medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, has expressed his desire to represent India in the Olympics again after the International Boxing Association's (AIBA) relaxation of rules pertaining to professionals competing at the Olympics.
2019-12-11 03:45:51 Read More

Anand symbolizes the joy of chess and the exuberance of life

Who is the greatest chess player of all time? It is as hard to answer as 'who is the greatest batsman or bowler or cricketer of all time'? Still, as Viswanathan Anand jokes, the press loves to ask such questions to generate clickbait answers, so pundits and players alike do their bit of kite flying even when everyone agrees that "comparisons are odious."
2019-12-11 03:11:22 Read More

Having Mickey with us is big advantage, says Karunaratne

Sri Lankan Test skipper Dimuth Karunaratne feels the presence of former Pakistan coach Mickey Arthur in their camp will be a "big advantage" when his side take on Azhar Ali's men in the two-Test series starting on Wednesday.
2019-12-10 11:30:40 Read More

It's an emotional moment: Ali on return of Test cricket to Pakistan

The return of Test cricket to Pakistani soil is an emotional occasion, captain Azhar Ali said on Tuesday but that will not come in the way of his team's efforts to make amends for a disastrous tour of Australia.
2019-12-10 11:08:53 Read More

There's time for T20 WC, let's focus on winning this series: Rohit

Rohit Sharma doesn't want to lose his sleep over T20 World Cup which is still some distance away and thereby lose his grip on the present where come Wednesday, India have a series to win against a competitive West Indies side.
2019-12-10 10:52:16 Read More

PCB invites Cricket Australia to send team for Tests in 2022

The Pakistan Cricket Board is trying to convince Cricket Australia to send its national team for a Test series in Pakistan in 2022, according to its CEO Wasim Khan.
2019-12-10 10:26:13 Read More

If Dhoni feels he can continue, don't mess around with that: Shastri

India coach Ravi Shastri says none can "mess around with" MS Dhoni if he decides to be in contention for next year's T20 World Cup but the enigmatic former captain would "never impose himself" on the team. Dhoni, after maintaining a stoic silence on his future plans for months, had recently stated that, "Don't ask anything till January."
2019-12-10 10:20:55 Read More

ICC chairman Shashank Manohar will not seek third term: Report

International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Shashank Manohar is to step down when his current term ends in May next year, The Hindu has reported.
2019-12-10 09:30:49 Read More

Pollard's IPL experience at Wankhede will benefit Windies bowlers: Phil Simmons

West Indies coach Phil Simmons on Tuesday said the team would be banking heavily on skipper Kieron Pollard in the series-deciding third T20 International against India as his understanding of the pitch due to IPL exposure will be "invaluable" for the bowlers.
2019-12-10 08:53:21 Read More

Doping scandals in India very disturbing: Kiren Rijiju

Sports minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday said doping scandals in the country are "very disturbing" and India should strive to become a cleaner sporting nation not just by catching the cheats but also educating the ones who fail because of sheer ignorance.
2019-12-10 08:34:57 Read More

1st Test: New Zealand face day-night challenge as Australia series begins

Kane Williamson's New Zealand know they need to re-adapt quickly to the nuances of day-night cricket to have any hope of winning a first series in Australia for more than 30 years when this week's opening Test begins.
2019-12-10 06:44:39 Read More

BWF Tour Finals: PV Sindhu keen on defending title

PV Sindhu picked Nozomi Okuhara, Tai Tzu Ying and Chen Yufei among the favourites for the BWF World Tour Finals which will kick off in Gaungzhou on Wednesday.
2019-12-10 06:27:04 Read More

3rd T20I: India, West Indies in battle of equals in series-finale

India will have to address the many inadequacies laid bare by a resolute West Indies in the second T20 International when the two teams made up of power-hitters square off in what promises to be an enthralling series-finale here on Wednesday.
2019-12-10 06:08:46 Read More

Shikhar Dhawan may also miss ODIs against West Indies

Shikhar Dhawan’s return to action could be delayed and it should provide an opportunity for the budding opening batsmen. Shubman Gill and Mayank Agarwal could be in contention to take his place in the India ODI squad. Even Prithvi Shaw has a chance of being considered.
2019-12-10 05:57:48 Read More

Hardik Pandya 2.0: Target New Zealand?

Hardik Pandya's recovery following back surgery is on track, and he could be back in action some time during India's tour of New Zealand next year.
2019-12-10 05:24:04 Read More

Ranji Trophy: When Yograj Singh flouted rules to sit in Chandigarh's dug out

Chandigarh made its Ranji Trophy debut against Arunachal Pradesh at the Sector 16 Cricket Stadium but it seemed as if officials of Union Territory Cricket Association (UTCA) are yet to familiarize themselves with the rules and regulations of Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
2019-12-10 05:11:01 Read More

Russian F1 organisers say race stays despite WADA sanctions

Russia's Formula One Grand Prix in Sochi will not be affected by the country's four-year World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) ban for tampering with doping tests, the race's promoters said on Monday.
2019-12-10 05:03:50 Read More

Will not shift home matches this season, insist Real Kashmir

Real Kashmir FC's upcoming two I-League home games were deferred due to inclement weather in Srinagar, which has forced closure of the Srinagar airport.
2019-12-10 04:55:53 Read More

Team India's catching, fielding under scanner too

A dropped catch is always a talking point. In the second T20I against West Indies, India let go of plenty of chances and made mistakes on the field which possibly cost them the game.
2019-12-10 04:10:24 Read More

Lionel Messi to miss Barcelona's Champions League trip to Inter

Lionel Messi will not play in Barcelona's match against Inter Milan in the Champions League on Tuesday. Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde is resting Messi for the team's final Group F game in Italy.
2019-12-10 04:09:27 Read More

Rashford can be as good as Ronaldo, says Solskjaer

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has all the attributes to be as good as five-times Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo, manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said.
2019-12-10 03:51:32 Read More

Defending totals, Team India's Achilles heel in T20I cricket

India opted to chase in the 1st match of the current T20 series against West Indies and pulled off their highest chase in the format but their frailties while batting 1st came to the fore in the 2nd game. Out of the 7 losses, 5 have come when they batted 1st, a clear pattern emerging that they are at their most vulnerable when defending a total.
2019-12-10 03:47:38 Read More

Bianca Andreescu named Canada's athlete of the year after breakout season

Bianca Andreescu was awarded the Lou Marsh Trophy as Canada's athlete of the year on Monday, capping a remarkable year in which the teenager became the country's first tennis Grand Slam singles champion with her U.S. Open triumph.
2019-12-10 03:41:41 Read More

People who don't speak up don't have any right to complain later: Jwala Gutta

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Bangladesh teen wins archery gold after defying child marriage

A Bangladeshi girl who escaped being married at the age of 12 and went on to win an international athletics competition said on Monday that girls in the conservative country could "achieve anything" if they overcame their fears.
2019-12-10 03:10:30 Read More

Russia reacts with anger after doping ban from Olympics, World Cup

The World Anti-Doping Agency on Monday banned Russia for four years from major global sporting events including the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and the 2022 World Cup in Qatar over manipulated doping data, prompting an angry response from President Vladimir Putin.
2019-12-10 02:54:59 Read More

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TOISA 2019: When a heavyweight sports jury picked the best of Indian sport

The fourth edition of the Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) presented by the Government of Assam will be held in Guwahati. The very best of Indian sports, across several disciplines will be honoured at the ceremony.
2019-12-10 02:44:19 Read More

Arsenal relieved as worst winless run since 1977 ends at West Ham

Arsenal caretaker manager Freddie Ljungberg believes a weight has been lifted off his players' shoulders after a three-goal blitz in nine second-half minutes beat West Ham 3-1 on Monday to end the Gunners' worst winless run in 42 years.
2019-12-10 02:24:28 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Tuesday (December 10) that comprise the action from the UEFA Champions League and Ranji Trophy.
2019-12-09 18:45:00 Read More

How Russian doping scandal unfolded

Russia will miss next year's Tokyo Olympics and the 2022 Beijing Winter Games after the World Anti-Doping Agency on Monday banned the powerhouse from global sporting events for four years over manipulated doping data.
2019-12-09 17:12:10 Read More

SAG: India close in to 300-medal mark on penultimate day

India clinched 42 medals, including 27 gold, on the penultimate day of competitions to inch closer to 300-mark as the country is poised to finish on top spot for the 13th time on the trot in the South Asian Games. The Indian athletes also won 12 silver and 3 bronze to end Day 8 with 294 medals (159 gold, 91 silver and 44 gold) to further widen the gap with second-placed Nepal who have collected 195 medals (49 gold, 54 silver and 92 bronze).
2019-12-09 16:48:04 Read More

Ranji Trophy: Shaw, Rahane hit half centuries as Mumbai score 362/8

Test specialist Ajinkya Rahane and young opener Prithvi Shaw struck gritty fifties as Mumbai ended Day 1 of their Ranji Trophy lung opener against Baroda at 362/8 on Monday.
2019-12-09 12:55:21 Read More

Indian women's football team wins third successive SAG gold

The Indian women's football team won its third consecutive gold medal at the South Asian Games after beating hosts Nepal 2-0 in the summit clash on Monday.
2019-12-09 12:55:17 Read More

BWF Tour Finals: PV Sindhu aims at improving consistency

PV Sindhu toiled hard for the last two-and-half weeks and is confident of regaining top form when she competes at the BWF Tour Finals. After winning the world championship, Sindhu lost momentum and exited in the early rounds of the next six tournaments.
2019-12-09 12:45:47 Read More

Russia banned from Olympics for four years over doping scandal

Russia, which has tried to showcase itself as a global sports power, has been embroiled in doping scandals since a 2015 report commissioned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) found evidence of mass doping in Russian athletics. The WADA committee's decision to punish Russia with a ban was unanimous.
2019-12-09 10:36:13 Read More

Will the battle of sixes decide the India-Windies T20I series?

Before this T20I series against the West Indies, the maximum sixes that India had conceded in a T20I match at home was 11. That was against the same opposition in the 2016 T20 World Cup semi-final in Mumbai.
2019-12-09 05:04:16 Read More

Sourav Ganguly, Jay Shah to meet ECB officials in UK this week

After taking over as president and secretary of the BCCI a few weeks ago and spelling out their priorities where India's approaching stand at the International Cricket Council (ICC) is concerned, Sourav Ganguly and Jay Shah are all set to head to England this week.
2019-12-09 04:48:25 Read More

I picked up a lot of Chinese fans at the World Cup: Sathiyan

The memorable debut of Sathiyan Gnanasekaran, India's topmost player, at the men's international table tennis World Cup, has put him on the road to the Olympics with two memorable wins in Chengdu, over the then world No. 22 Simon Gauzy and No. 24 Jonathan Groth. Talking about the audience, he said, "There were many Chinese cheering for me...it was heartwarming."
2019-12-09 04:29:05 Read More

2nd T20I: Windies power brushes India aside

West Indies gave a glimpse of what makes them a dangerous T20 side, regardless of their current world ranking at 10th. They hit sixes and make up for all the dot balls they play. India hit five, while West Indies clobbered 12. The big-hitters powered the Caribbeans to an eight-wicket win against the hosts in the second T20I at Sports Hub here on Sunday.
2019-12-09 04:13:26 Read More

AC Milan win at Bologna after Theo Hernandez scores at both ends

AC Milan defender Theo Hernandez scored at both ends and gave away a penalty as his side produced arguably their best performance of the season to win 3-2 at Bologna in a dramatic Serie A match on Sunday.
2019-12-09 04:06:29 Read More

TOISA 2019: Meet the distinguished jury members

The Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) is a platform created by the Times Group to recognise and reward Indian sporting talent and achievements.
2019-12-09 03:41:21 Read More

Everton investigate 'homophobic' chants at Chelsea fans

Everton are working with anti-discrimination group Kick It Out to investigate reports of homophobic chanting by fans during their 3-1 win over Chelsea at Goodison Park, the Premier League club said on Sunday.
2019-12-09 03:41:21 Read More

Excited about this young bunch, says Kieron Pollard

West Indies captain Kieron Pollard was all praise for his team mates as an all-round performance from the visitors helped them notch up a comprehensive eight-wicket win over India. West Indies restricted India to 170/7 in the second T20I that was played in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday and then chased down the target with eight wickets and nine balls to spare.
2019-12-09 03:05:35 Read More

TOISA: Celebration time is here again

The Times of India Sports Award is a tribute to Indian sports persons. This award is an endeavour to honour the past, celebrate the present and nurture the future in Indian sports. After three successful editions, the fourth edition is now around the corner.
2019-12-09 02:58:47 Read More

We didn't bat well in the last four overs, says Virat Kohli

"Numbers say a lot of things. They can say a lot of things that aren't there as well. I think we were good for the first 16 overs when we were 140 for 4. But then in the last four overs, we should have got 40-45 runs and we got only thirty. We need to focus on that," said Virat Kohli after losing another T20I while batting first, this time against the West Indies.
2019-12-09 02:43:22 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Monday (December 9) that comprise the action from Ranji Trophy and Indian Super League.
2019-12-08 18:45:00 Read More

2nd T20I: Virat Kohli screamer lights up gloomy day for Indian fielders

On a day when misfields ruled India's defence of the 171-run target they set for West Indies to chase in the second T20I between the two sides at Thiruvananthapuram's Greenfield International Stadium, captain Virat Kohli took a screamer to dismiss Shimron Hetmyer.
2019-12-08 17:28:10 Read More

PCB chief Ehsan Mani announces stepping down of Wasim Khan

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Ehsan Mani on Sunday announced the stepping down of Cricket Committee head Wasim Khan from his post.
2019-12-08 17:12:34 Read More

EPL: Leicester City break club record with 4-1 win at Aston Villa

Leicester City set a club record of eight successive top flight wins after two goals from Jamie Vardy helped them to an impressive 4-1 Premier League victory at Aston Villa on Sunday. The result left Leicester in second place in the standings on 38 points from 16 games, eight adrift of runaway leaders Liverpool and six ahead of third-placed champions Manchester City.
2019-12-08 16:18:34 Read More

India pull ahead of rival countries in yet another medal-laden day in SAG

Swimmers and wrestlers continued their complete domination in their respective disciplines as India continued their commanding performance on yet another medal-laden day to leave rival countries far behind in the South Asian Games on Sunday.
2019-12-08 16:06:54 Read More

This woman athlete inspired Kohli to become fitness freak

Virat Kohli might have redefined the meaning of fitness in Indian cricket and set the standards on the field but very few know that it was squash superstar Dipika Pallikal who inspired the India captain's fitness regime.
2019-12-08 14:42:07 Read More

SAG: Sakshi wins gold to lead India's complete domination in wrestling

Olympic bronze medallist Sakshi Malik led the charge as Indian grapplers clinched four gold medals on day three of wrestling competitions at the 13th South Asian Games on Sunday.
2019-12-08 14:05:51 Read More

Thiruvananthapuram cheers for local boy Sanju Samson

Wicketkeeper Sanju Samson was the toast of the evening ahead of the second T20I between India and West Indies at Thiruvananthapuram's Greenfield International Stadium.
2019-12-08 13:16:39 Read More

Man arrested for alleged racist behaviour during Manchester derby

Greater Manchester Police have arrested a man in connection with alleged racial gestures and chants in Saturday's Premier League match between Manchester City and Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium, British media reported on Sunday.
2019-12-08 12:10:10 Read More

Warne awaits big pay day for his small stake in Rajasthan Royals

Shane Warne was given a miniscule stake in IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals during the league's inaugural edition in 2008, a deal that could potentially find the legendary spinner laughing his way to the bank in the coming days.
2019-12-08 11:40:38 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Sunday (December 8) that comprise the second T20I between India and the West Indies.
2019-12-07 18:30:00 Read More

SAG: India top medal count in athletics, AFI tweet about Pakistani athlete draws praise

India won the most number of medals in athletics in the South Asian Games but finished second behind Sri Lanka in gold count as the track and field competitions ended on Saturday.
2019-12-07 17:26:34 Read More

EPL: All change but three-goal Liverpool keep winning

Liverpool made seven changes but still romped to a 3-0 win at Bournemouth after goals from Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Naby Keita and Mo Salah extended their Premier League lead to 11 points over Leicester City, who play on Sunday.
2019-12-07 17:12:28 Read More

Praggnanandhaa declared joint-winner at London Classic

The last few days have been an eventful one for Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa. The 14-year-old, who became the second youngest in the world to cross the 2600 ELO rating on Thursday, was crowned the joint-winner of the London Classic with 7.5 points from 9 rounds.
2019-12-07 16:41:16 Read More

ISL: ATK end NorthEast's unbeaten run

ATK reclaimed the top spot in the Indian Super League with an impressive 3-0 win over NorthEast United FC here on Saturday. An early strike from David Williams (11th) and a brace from Roy Krishna (35th, 90+4) were enough for Antonio Habas' team to hand NorthEast their first defeat of the season.
2019-12-07 16:36:37 Read More

Eager to be a part of any tough situation to ensure team wins: Karthik

Noted cricketer Dinesh Karthik on Saturday said he would like to be part of any tough situation that ensures youngsters in a team get the job done and win matches.
2019-12-07 15:55:58 Read More

India breach 200-mark in medal count in South Asian Games

India breached the 200-mark in total medal count, backed by a century of gold, in the South Asian Games as the country's juggernaut as undisputed leader continued with the swimmers and wrestlers producing strong performances on Day 6 here on Saturday.
2019-12-07 15:33:34 Read More

Caretaker manager Ferguson has instant impact as Everton beat Chelsea 3-1

Everton caretaker manager Duncan Ferguson inspired a performance straight from the traditional Goodison Park playbook as his fired-up side bristled with intent to beat Chelsea 3-1 and move out of the Premier League relegation zone on Saturday.
2019-12-07 15:24:44 Read More

Benzema delivers again as Real Madrid cruise past Espanyol

Real Madrid were without Eden Hazard and Gareth Bale on Saturday but Karim Benzema stepped up again to ensure they beat struggling Espanyol in La Liga.
2019-12-07 14:38:58 Read More

Nepal dismiss Maldives for 8 runs, 9 players out for duck

The Maldives women's cricket team was on Saturday bundled out for just eight runs by hosts Nepal for the second-lowest T20I total in history in the third-place play-off of the 13th South Asian Games. Maldives' total ranks as the second-lowest women's T20I score. Mali holds the record of scoring the lowest total after they scored six against Rwanda in June.
2019-12-07 14:28:30 Read More

Don't see why Formula 1 should not be back in India: Vitantonio Liuzzi

Former Italian Formula 1 racer Vitantonio Liuzzi said on Saturday that there was a lot of following for motorsport in India and he didn't see why F1 should not be back here in the future.
2019-12-07 13:55:16 Read More

Satnam Singh 'disputes' charge of doping against him

Indian basketball player Satnam Singh Bhamara, who was provisionally suspended by the NADA after he failed a dope test last month, on Saturday disputed the charge levelled against him and said that he "was and remains a clean" athlete.
2019-12-07 13:51:50 Read More

Locals hope to see Sanju Samson in action in second T20I

The million dollar question that's going around the state capital is will local lad Sanju Samson get a game when India take on West Indies at the Greenfield Stadium for the second T20I in the three-match series.
2019-12-07 13:35:15 Read More

Boxer Vanlal Duati challenges close semifinal loss at Nationals

India Open silver-medallist and defending champion Vanlal Duati (51kg) on Saturday said she was robbed of a win at the ongoing National Championships and has challenged her 2-3 semifinal loss to Haryana's Ritu.
2019-12-07 13:23:40 Read More

Fit-again James Anderson back in England squad for South Africa Tests

England's fit-again seamer James Anderson has been included in their 17-man Test squad for the four-match tour of South Africa starting on December 26, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said on Saturday.
2019-12-07 13:13:38 Read More

I-League: Mera's late equaliser saves East Bengal against Punjab FC

Last season runners-up East Bengal needed a late equaliser to earn a 1-1 draw against a gritty Punjab FC side in an I-League match at the Guru Nanak Stadium on Saturday.
2019-12-07 12:31:31 Read More

Virat Kohli thanks Amitabh Bachchan for congratulating him on his knock

India skipper Virat Kohli on Saturday thanked Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan for congratulating him after his stunning knock against the West Indies in the first T20I of the series. India rode on Kohli's career-best score of unbeaten 94 to overhaul the 208-run target with eight balls to spare.
2019-12-07 11:30:25 Read More

Pakistan recall Fawad Alam for historic Sri Lanka Test series

Pakistan have recalled left-handed batsman Fawad Alam for the historic two-Test series against Sri Lanka beginning next week. Fawad has been in great form in recent times. In the ongoing first-class Quaid-e-Azam Trophy, he has so far scored four centuries playing for Sindh.
2019-12-07 10:43:49 Read More

Watch: KL Rahul takes funny dig at Yuzvendra Chahal

India skipper Virat Kohli starred for his team as the hosts registered a memorable six-wicket win over the West Indies in the first T20I of the series. Kohli's unbeaten 94 off 50 balls (4x6, 6x6) helped India get to 209 with eight balls and six wickets to spare.
2019-12-07 10:18:42 Read More

2nd T20I: India look to seal series against Windies with improved bowling show

India will look for an improved show in the bowling and fielding departments to match their stupendous batting performance when they face the West Indies in the second game, eyeing to wrap up yet another T20 series on Sunday.
2019-12-07 08:26:53 Read More

Glad players are addressing mental-health issues: Brian Lara

A lot of professional players have come out in the open about having to cope with the pressure and stress that invariably accompany fame and glory of international cricket. A few like Aussie cricketers Glenn Maxwell, Will Pucovski and Nic Maddinson have approached their cricket boards to seek help.
2019-12-07 05:22:49 Read More

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Want to make most of the opportunity without worrying about T20 World Cup: KL Rahul

Handed a chance to open the innings for India in the T20I series against the West Indies, KL Rahul said he is looking to make the most of the opportunities but doesn't want to worry about sealing his T20 World Cup berth.
2019-12-07 05:20:25 Read More

Lionel Messi retirement date not far away, warns Ernesto Valverde

Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde said the football world must get used to the idea that Lionel Messi will retire in the near future, adding that he will cherish being able to tell people he was able to coach the Argentine.
2019-12-07 05:07:40 Read More

Work to do in medium-pace department: WV Raman

As the Indian women's team begins its preparation for the forthcoming T20 World Cup in Australia from February 21 to March 8, their coach WV Raman — who will complete a year in the job next January — told TOI how he steered a turnaround, his approach and plans leading up to the mega event.
2019-12-07 04:19:18 Read More

WATCH: Virat Kohli's 'notebook' celebration

India captain Virat Kohli prefers his bat to do all the talking. But in a rare incident during the opening Twenty20 International against the West Indies in Hyderabad on Friday, he turned his arm into a virtual 'notebook' to celebrate.
2019-12-07 03:58:34 Read More

Atletico Madrid's fading title hopes hit by Villarreal draw

Atletico Madrid's problems deepened as they were held to a 0-0 draw at Villarreal in La Liga on Friday, stretching their winless run to four games in all competitions and further denting their hopes of getting back in the title race.
2019-12-07 03:42:34 Read More

Railways cricketers seek ministry's intervention in selection issues

Railways, consistent performers in domestic cricket over the years, have seen a sharp decline in their performance of late. Senior players and top performers like Mahesh Rawat, Anureet Singh, Ashish Yadav and others have not been picked this season.
2019-12-07 03:35:29 Read More

I had to remind myself I am not a slogger: Kohli

Kohli, who scored 94 not out in 50 balls to help India chase down a stiff 208-run target, urged the young batsmen to not follow the first half of his innings as he had to do some course-correction after realising that he was a timer and not a slogger.
2019-12-07 03:20:13 Read More

Inter held by Roma leaving Juventus clear to reclaim top spot in Serie A

Inter Milan were held to a goalless draw by Roma at the San Siro on Friday leaving the way open for Italian champions Juventus to reclaim top spot in Serie A this weekend.
2019-12-07 03:16:25 Read More

1st T20I: Majestic Virat Kohli turns the table on Windies

After the visitors posted 207/5 on the board in Hyderabad, it looked like the Windies once again found their mojo in their favourite format of late, but India captain Kohli's unbeaten 94 had masterclass written all over it and led the hosts to a six-wicket win. Kohli scored an unbeaten 94 (50b; 4x6, 6x6).
2019-12-07 02:49:49 Read More

I'm not someone who hits in air to entertain crowd: Virat Kohli

Indian captain Virat Kohli said that he's not a player who hits the ball in the air to entertain the crowd but someone who wants to do his job and win matches for the country. Kohli, who scroed a career-best 94* in India's 6-wicket win over West Indies in the first T20I, said he does not want to play slam-bang cricket even in this shortest format.
2019-12-07 02:46:04 Read More

Carpenter's daughter Amanjot Kaur gets India A call up

From playing gully cricket with boys near her house at Phase V, Mohali, to being refused entry at an academy for being a girl, Amanjot Kaur has fought prejudices and battled tenaciously to pursue her passion. On Friday, the daughter of a carpenter moved a step closer to her dream after getting selected in the India A team for the upcoming U-23 T20 Challenger Trophy to be played in Puducherry from December 11.
2019-12-06 22:31:00 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Saturday (December 7) that comprise football action from across the globe.
2019-12-06 18:45:00 Read More

KL Rahul becomes joint third-fastest to complete 1000 T20I runs

Indian opener KL Rahul on Friday completed his 1000 runs in the T20I and became the joint third-fastest to reach the milestone.
2019-12-06 16:53:26 Read More

SAG: India clinch 41 medals on Day 5 to further consolidate top spot

Shuttlers led India's yet another stupendous show as the country widened the gap at the top by clinching 41 medals, including 19 gold, on Day 5 of the 13th South Asian Games on Friday.
2019-12-06 14:55:18 Read More

Caroline Wozniacki to retire after Australian Open

Former world number one Caroline Wozniacki announced on Friday that she will retire from tennis after next month's Australian Open.
2019-12-06 14:33:23 Read More

Laxman inaugurates HCA stadium's north stand in honour of Azharuddin

Batting legend VVS Laxman on Friday inaugurated the newly-refurbished North Stand of the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in honour of former India captain and newly-elected Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) president Mohammad Azharuddin.
2019-12-06 14:12:49 Read More

Manpreet Singh nominated for FIH Player of the Year award

Indian men's hockey captain Manpreet Singh was on Friday nominated for the Player of the Year award by the International Hockey Federation (FIH) after he led the country to a Tokyo Olympics berth.
2019-12-06 12:31:14 Read More

Pele's last Brazil jersey sells for 30,000 euros in Italy

The jersey worn by Brazilian football legend Pele during his final match for the five-time world champions has sold for 30,000 euros ($33,000) in an auction in Italy.
2019-12-06 11:31:09 Read More

Strained relation with coach Shastri? All speculations, says Ganguly

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly on Friday rubbished, as pure speculation, allegations that he would be vindictive towards chief coach Ravi Shastri, saying that performance alone will be the parameter of judging individuals during his tenure.
2019-12-06 11:15:48 Read More

Former India TT coach Bhawani Mukherji no more

Former India table tennis head coach Bhawani Mukherji died at his residence on Friday. Mukherji, 68, is survived by his wife and a son.
2019-12-06 10:46:28 Read More

Windies should leave India as better team, not necessarily winning: Brian Lara

West Indies batting icon Brian Lara on Friday said the Kieron Pollard-led side should target becoming an improved outfit by the end of its limited-overs series against India here even if it fails to win much in the rubber.
2019-12-06 09:28:31 Read More

India must look beyond Shikhar Dhawan: Srikkanth

Shikhar Dhawan hasn't hit the kind of consistency he would have liked to achieve after returning from the thumb injury that cut short his stay at the ODI World Cup earlier this year. With the T20 World Cup 10 months away, former India captain Kris Srikkanth believes it's time to look beyond the left-handed opener.
2019-12-06 08:54:30 Read More

New Zealand head to Australia eyeing repeat of Hadlee's triumph

Richard Hadlee says New Zealand did something special in 1985 by winning their first Test series in Australia and there is no doubt current skipper Kane Williamson would view victory in the upcoming series across the Tasman Sea as a career highlight.
2019-12-06 08:46:25 Read More

Naseem Shah named in Pakistan squad for Under-19 World Cup 2020

Young Pakistan pacer Naseem Shah has been included in the 15-member squad for the U 19 World Cup slated to be held in South Africa from January 17 to February 9 next year.
2019-12-06 08:45:39 Read More

Former New Zealand rugby players asked to donate brains for research

Former rugby players in New Zealand are being asked to donate their brains to research when they die as part of a study aimed at learning about the long-term effects of concussion and head injuries from contact sports. Head injuries are a major concern for New Zealand sports and more than 20% of all brain injuries in the country sustained through contact sports.
2019-12-06 08:10:02 Read More

Players shouldn't be allowed to pick and choose games: Amarnath

Former India batsman Mohinder Amarnath has said that India must look ahead and not allow players, irrespective of their stature, to pick and choose matches and series they want to play.
2019-12-06 07:13:35 Read More

Jose Mourinho's nice guy act darkens as troubles rear

Just as he has been ever since returning a fortnight ago, Jose Mourinho was on a charm offensive. He strode through the gates of Old Trafford’s players’ entrance and made a beeline for security guards, a match co-ordinator, and shortly after, he found Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, greeting him with a clasp of the face.
2019-12-06 06:29:28 Read More

We need to focus on our individual rankings: Rohan Bopanna

While Grand Slams will always remain the epitome of success for a tennis player, the lure of an Olympic medal will never cease to exist. With the Tokyo 2020 Olympics on the horizon, Indian doubles player Rohan Bopanna has his eyes firmly set on qualifying for the quadrennial event.
2019-12-06 05:58:07 Read More

1st IND-WI T20I: Azharuddin stand to be inaugurated

A Hyderabad Cricket Association official said that the stand above the VVS Laxman pavilion at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium will be named after the former India skipper and will most likely be inaugurated by the legendary Sunil Gavaskar.
2019-12-06 05:54:49 Read More

BCCI extends birthday greetings to Bumrah, Jadeja, Iyer, Nair

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Friday extended greetings to India cricketers Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja, Shreyas Iyer and Karun Nair, who share their birthday, i.e., December 6.
2019-12-06 05:39:50 Read More

Indian cricketers slam Razzaq for comment on Bumrah

Irfan Pathan and Aakash Chopra took to Twitter to slam the former Pakistan all-rounder Razzaq, who has taken a dig at India pacer Jasprit Bumrah by calling him a "baby bowler" in an interview.
2019-12-06 05:12:56 Read More

Divyaansh, Yashasvi hope to match Shaw's WC-winning feat

Saxena and Jaiswal were felicitated by Dadar Union Club here on Thursday, with former India captain and chief selector Dilip Vengsarkar leading the initiative in order to motivate the boys ahead of the tournament.
2019-12-06 04:32:03 Read More

Italian sports daily under fire over 'Black Friday' headline

Italian sports daily 'Corriere dello Sport' has been condemned by anti-racism group Fare for using the headline 'Black Friday' along with a picture of players Chris Smalling and Romelu Lukaku to preview Friday's match between Inter Milan and AS Roma.
2019-12-06 04:26:31 Read More

For Virat Kohli, pacers' spots almost sealed for T20 World Cup

“It’s not an issue (selection) for us. Bhuvi and Bumrah are experienced bowlers. They’ve been very consistent in T20I cricket. Deepak’s come in and bowled really well. Shami is bowling really really well and will be very useful in Australia. A couple more guys are in the scanner for sealing that spot along with three seamers and the fight honestly is for one spot,” Kohli said.
2019-12-06 04:14:56 Read More

Need to protect youngsters from vultures: Kieron Pollard

Batting for the new faces, skipper Kieron Pollard had a word of advice, saying new players must be protected form the “vultures” who will look to pull them down.
2019-12-06 04:02:35 Read More

Everton sack manager Silva, Moyes linked to the job

Everton have sacked manager Marco Silva the day after dropping into the relegation zone following a 5-2 defeat at Merseyside rivals Liverpool, the Premier League club said on Thursday.
2019-12-06 03:46:52 Read More

Rishabh Pant a match-winner, can't be isolated: Virat Kohli

Indian skipper Virat Kohli has backed under-fire Rishabh Pant, asserting that it was the team’s “collective responsibility” to protect the young wicketkeeper-batsman. Pant has copped a lot of flak in recent times due to his poor form with the bat and lacklustre work behind the stumps. Poor DRS calls have added to his woes.
2019-12-06 03:45:21 Read More

Arsenal no-show ends in defeat to Brighton

Caretaker manager Freddie Ljungberg said Arsenal "did not show up" for the first 45 minutes as the Gunners' winless streak reached nine games in a 2-1 home defeat to Brighton on Thursday.
2019-12-06 03:11:41 Read More

Gautam Gambhir may pick up stake in Delhi Capitals

Former India cricketer Gautam Gambhir could soon become a co-owner of the IPL team Delhi Capitals. It is learnt that Gambhir has been in talks with the GMR group – which owns 50 % stake in the team – for the last couple of months. The rest 50% is owned by JSW Sports. It is believed Gambhir is keen on buying 10% stake, which could be pegged to a value of Rs 100 cr.
2019-12-06 03:05:08 Read More

India vs West Indies: India look to firm up team for T20 World Cup

The day-night Test against Bangladesh got over in three days, giving Virat Kohli and Co. extra downtime before they get down to business in the first of the 11 T20Is scheduled in the run-up to World T20 in Australia in October 2020.
2019-12-06 02:51:08 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Friday (December 6) that comprise the first T20I between India and West Indies.
2019-12-05 18:45:00 Read More

IBL: Mary Kom leads Punjab Panthers to second straight victory

The celebrated Mary Kom won her bout in a dominating fashion as Punjab Panthers notched up their second successive victory in the Big Bout Indian Boxing League by beating Bombay Bullets 5-2 on Thursday.
2019-12-05 16:55:43 Read More

Yuzvendra Chahal reveals how he unwinds himself!

India's Yuzvendra Chahal on Thursday said that he spends time with his family, friends and dog named Groot to unwind himself from a hectic schedule.
2019-12-05 16:43:11 Read More

Satwiksairaj attributes success to ex-doubles coach Tan

India's young doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty are making all the right noises. The pair witnessed a breakthrough season making history after claiming maiden Super 500 title at Thailand Open before reaching the finals of French Open Super 750 event this year. And on Thursday the pair was nominated for the 'Most Improved Player of the Year' award by the Badminton World Federation (BWF).
2019-12-05 15:42:55 Read More

SAG: India win whopping 56 medals, breach 100-mark to consolidate top spot

Led by strong performances by wushu players and swimmers, India breached the 100-medal mark by winning a whopping 56 medals on the fourth day of competitions to consolidate their top position in the South Asian Games on Thursday.
2019-12-05 15:37:16 Read More

Dope-tainted Neeraj dropped from TOPS; Deepika, Chinki included

Dope-tainted woman boxer Neeraj Phogat was dropped from the sports ministry's Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) while archer Deepika was included after playing a crucial role in India securing a Tokyo Games quota place.
2019-12-05 12:59:58 Read More

Sri Lanka name experienced Mickey Arthur as head coach

South African Mickey Arthur has been appointed as Sri Lanka's head coach on a two-year contract, the country's cricket board (SLC) said on Thursday.
2019-12-05 12:11:44 Read More

Indian women's football team trounces Sri Lanka 6-0 in South Asian Games

The Indian women's football team produced yet another dominant display, trouncing Sri Lanka 6-0 to record its second consecutive win in the 13th South Asian Games on Thursday.
2019-12-05 10:52:42 Read More

Third umpire to call front foot no balls in India-WI series: ICC

Front foot no balls in the upcoming T20I and One-Day International series between India and the West Indies will be decided by the third umpire and not the on-field officials, the International Cricket Council (ICC) announced on Thursday.
2019-12-05 10:36:08 Read More

Rishabh Pant can't be isolated, here to support him: Virat Kohli

India captain Virat Kohli on Thursday backed the under-fire Rishabh Pant, asserting that he wouldn't let the young wicketkeeper-batsman feel isolated.
2019-12-05 09:09:17 Read More

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Focus on KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant as India continue auditions for T20 World Cup

The likes of KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant will be aiming to cement their places in the squad as India continue auditions for next year's T20 World Cup when they take on the West Indies in a three-match T20I series, starting on Friday.
2019-12-05 08:44:13 Read More

Happy Birthday Shikhar Dhawan: Wishes pour in for the southpaw

Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan on Thursday celebrated his 34th birthday. Fondly known as Gabbar among his friends and team-mates, Dhawan has played 34 Tests, 133 ODIs and 58 T20Is for India so far.
2019-12-05 08:23:15 Read More

Satwik-Chirag, Para shuttler Pramod nominated for BWF awards

The Indian men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty has been nominated for the 'Most Improved Player of the Year' award by the Badminton World Federation (BWF) after a stellar season during which the duo picked up some memorable wins.
2019-12-05 07:22:01 Read More

Rishabh Pant looks to surpass MS Dhoni's record against West Indies

Young wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant will have a chance to surpass MS Dhoni's record of most dismissals in T20Is between India and West Indies when the two teams meet in the first match of the three-game series beginning Sunday. Pant currently has three dismissals from seven T20Is played while Dhoni leads the list with five from seven matches in the format.
2019-12-05 07:12:40 Read More

ICC mourns Bob Willis' death, calls him one of cricket's biggest heroes

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday condoled the death of former England captain Bob Willis, calling him one of the biggest heroes of the sport.
2019-12-05 06:08:04 Read More

Brand Tiger Woods still bullish

Tiger Woods' imprint goes well beyond golf. He is not only the greatest golfer of his generation but also a walking brand without any parallel in the sporting world.
2019-12-05 06:06:48 Read More

I don't place Virat Kohli in same class as Sachin Tendulkar: Abdul Razzaq

Virat Kohli is a consistent batsman but he doesn't have the same class as the legendary Sachin Tendulkar, believes former Pakistan all-rounder Abdul Razzaq. "We are not seeing same world-class players that we played against say between 1992 to 2007. T20 cricket has changed the game. There is no depth in bowling, batting or fielding. It is all basic now," he said.
2019-12-05 05:51:40 Read More

Cannon shoots the best card with a camera!

He is 64 years old but keeps his tall frame erect. He is a sports photographer who specialises in golf photography. Camera in tow, he walks the course like a young man hunting for the best angles and the best views.
2019-12-05 05:30:49 Read More

WATCH: Tabraiz Shamsi performs magic trick during a match

Cricketers tend to come up with new ways to celebrate after dismissing the batsman, but South Africa's spinner Tabraiz Shamsi has now set the benchmark really high.
2019-12-05 05:20:27 Read More

Tokyo Olympics: Ministry wants athletes to reach early, NSFs say no

Would it help Indian athletes if they landed in Tokyo two months in advance to get acclimatized for the 2020 Olympic Games? The sports ministry thinks it's a smart idea, but the National Sports Federations (NSFs) aren't warming up to it.
2019-12-05 05:16:11 Read More

Tainted Sharjeel to lecture teammates on anti-corruption code

Disgraced opener Sharjeel Khan will meet his Pakistan team members ahead of the Sri Lanka Test series to lecture them on the board's Anti-Corruption code as part of his rehabilitation program.
2019-12-05 04:51:37 Read More

Manchester United were better than us, says Jose Mourinho

Jose Mourinho conceded his former club Manchester United had deserved their 2-1 Premier League victory over his new team Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday and hailed the performance of Marcus Rashford.
2019-12-05 04:38:53 Read More

Rishabh Pant talented but technique is flawed: Farokh Engineer

Farokh Engineer is known to speak his mind freely, and the former India wicketkeeper-batsman struck top form again as the keynote speaker for the 11th Dilip Sardesai Memorial lecture held at the Cricket Club of India (CCI) here on Wednesday evening.
2019-12-05 04:35:49 Read More

Gary Woodland, Patrick Reed share lead as Tiger Woods falters in Bahamas

US Open champion Gary Woodland and Patrick Reed shared the lead Wednesday in the Hero World Challenge as tournament host Tiger Woods faltered late in the Bahamas.
2019-12-05 04:28:58 Read More

Tributes pour in as England cricket legend Bob Willis dies

For English cricket fans who witnessed Bob Willis's ferocious spell of fast bowling to win the third Ashes Test at Headingley in 1981 it was an unforgettable and iconic sporting afternoon.
2019-12-05 04:18:28 Read More

Approaching 100 Tests, Ishant Sharma opts out of Delhi's Ranji Trophy opener

Veteran pacer Ishant Sharma, who is four matches shy of the 100-Test milestone, has opted to skip the opening rounds of Delhi's Ranji Trophy matches starting on December 9.
2019-12-05 04:15:19 Read More

'Hungry' Anthony Joshua says no celebration if he beats Andy Ruiz

Anthony Joshua said Wednesday he will not celebrate if he regains his world heavyweight title, as he faced off with rival Andy Ruiz in a final press conference before their controversial rematch in Saudi Arabia.
2019-12-05 03:55:28 Read More

New drills, new thrills for Team India as need for speed rises

The Virat Kohli-led Indian team that arrived here in batches late on Tuesday hit the ground running, with special focus on speed drills during their first practice session at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Wednesday.
2019-12-05 03:27:51 Read More

Neymar, Kylian Mbappe fire PSG five points clear in Ligue 1

Neymar and Kylian Mbappe both scored as Paris Saint-Germain restored their five-point cushion at the top of Ligue 1 with a 2-0 win over Nantes on Wednesday.
2019-12-05 03:23:18 Read More

Not looking to replace Hardik Pandya: Shivam Dube

Mumbai all-rounder Shivam Dube is an eclectic blend of class and power. The left-handed middle order batsman is a fearless stroke player who loves clearing the ropes. And with the ball, the right-arm medium-pacer has some tricks up his sleeve, the slower deliveries in particular.
2019-12-05 03:16:33 Read More

Vardy scores again as Leicester win seventh straight match

Leicester City forward Jamie Vardy struck for the seventh Premier League game in a row to help his rampant side to a 2-0 home win over basement club Watford, a seventh consecutive league victory that leaves them second in the table.
2019-12-05 03:14:51 Read More

Rashford at the double as United sink Mourinho's Spurs

Jose Mourinho's return to Old Trafford ended in defeat as Marcus Rashford scored twice for Manchester United in a deserved 2-1 Premier League victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday.
2019-12-05 03:03:04 Read More

How well prepared is Team India for the World T20?

India is preparing to face West Indies in a three-match T20I series and before World T20 in Australia next October, India has just 11 scheduled T20Is. Some of the problems India are facing ahead of World T20 is the need to reset plans when it comes to setting a score, a replacement for Shikhar Dhawan at the top of the order and the never-ending middle-order woes.
2019-12-05 02:50:15 Read More

Five-star Liverpool thrash sorry Everton 5-2 at Anfield

Liverpool surged eight points clear at the top of the Premier League as Divock Origi was the scourge of Everton once more in a thrilling 5-2 Merseyside derby win for the European champions at Anfield.
2019-12-05 02:48:57 Read More

Tammy Abraham steers Chelsea to 2-1 win over Aston Villa

Tammy Abraham scored a goal and set up another on his return from injury as Chelsea beat Aston Villa 2-1 on Wednesday to put their Premier League campaign back on track after two straight defeats.
2019-12-05 02:37:41 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Thursday (December 5) that comprise action from the football world.
2019-12-04 18:45:00 Read More

Kohli's wicket is key, difficult to get him out: Simmons

West Indies coach Phil Simmons says his bowlers will have to avoid being "too scared" of Virat Kohli when they take on India in a limited-overs series starting Friday as it will make the already difficult task of getting the Indian skipper out, tougher.
2019-12-04 12:26:33 Read More

I would have easily dominated 'baby bowler' Bumrah: Abdul Razzaq

Former Pakistan all-rounder Abdul Razzaq feels he would have gotten the better of highly rated India pacer Jasprit Bumrah had he still been playing the game. "I have played against great bowlers like Glenn McGrath and Wasim Akram, so Bumrah is a baby bowler in front of me and I could have easily dominated and attacked him," he said.
2019-12-04 12:24:52 Read More

Morgan, Knight to lead London Spirit teams in The Hundred

England's limited-overs skipper Eoin Morgan will lead the London Spirit men's team while Heather Knight was named captain of their women's side for the inaugural edition of The Hundred, the franchise announced on Wednesday.
2019-12-04 09:32:39 Read More

ICC Test rankings: Virat Kohli reclaims top spot from Smith

Virat Kohli on Wednesday regained the top spot in the ICC Test rankings after Australian Steve Smith slipped a rung in the latest list. Kohli, who had struck 136 in the day-night Kolkata Test against Bangladesh last week to reach 928 points, is now five points clear after Smith's knock of 36 in the Adelaide Test against Pakistan saw him slip to 923 points.
2019-12-04 08:47:43 Read More

'Foundation of India's current bowling talent laid by the likes of Kapil'

Describing India as a "cauldron" and dominant force in world cricket, Bishop said a T20 World Cup triumph does not mean that the West Indies can beat Virat Kohli's men during the limited-overs series beginning on Friday, though there's always a hope to do so.
2019-12-04 07:31:21 Read More

Djokovic adds Adelaide event to Australian Open preparations

World number two Novak Djokovic will play in the inaugural Adelaide International tennis competition in January ahead of his Australian Open title defence, tournament organisers said on Wednesday.
2019-12-04 07:29:24 Read More

Bajrang wants to be judicious in Olympics build-up

With the Olympics just eight months away, he will take a call on the tournaments he would want to play in the lead-up in order to remain in shape and also avoid injuries at the same time.
2019-12-04 07:08:44 Read More

South Asian Games 2019: India takes medal tally to 48

India took its medal tally to 48 till Wednesday afternoon in the ongoing South Asian Games 2019.
2019-12-04 06:58:42 Read More

West Indies appoint Monty Desai as batting coach

The West Indies on Wednesday named Monty Desai as their batting coach ahead of the limited-overs series against India beginning in Hyderabad on Friday.
2019-12-04 06:44:03 Read More

Maybe I'll get another chance to go past Lara's 400: Warner

After playing a record-shattering 335 against Pakistan in the Adelaide Test against Pakistan, explosive Australia opener David Warner met Brian Lara on Wednesday and stated that perhaps he will get another chance to break the record of the highest individual score set by the West Indies legend.
2019-12-04 06:26:30 Read More

Chennaiyin appoint Coyle as new head coach

Chennaiyin FC have announced the appointment of Owen Coyle as their manager till the end of the season. Coyle, who has coached English clubs like Bolton Wanderers and Burnley in the Premier League in the past, takes over from John Gregory.
2019-12-04 06:02:33 Read More

Jeetan Patel to join England as spin-bowling coach

Former New Zealand off-spinner Jeetan Patel has been appointed on a short-term coaching contract for the England cricket team for their tours of South Africa and Sri Lanka.
2019-12-04 05:58:39 Read More

Three stands may not open for India-West Indies ODI: MCC

With the India-West Indies ODI at Chepauk set to take place on December 15, the Madras Cricket Club (MCC) says it is unlikely that the three disputed stands - I, J & K - will be opened in time for the game.
2019-12-04 05:48:58 Read More

Mickey Arthur set to be Sri Lanka's next coach

Seasoned South African Mickey Arthur is set to take over as Sri Lanka's new national cricket coach on a two-year contract with Grant Flower and David Sekar as his support staff.
2019-12-04 05:39:10 Read More

SAG: Coach Sridharan savours India's win over Pakistan

Defending champions India got the better of Pakistan 3-1 in the volleyball final of the South Asian Games (SAG) in Kathmandu on Tuesday.
2019-12-04 05:12:47 Read More

Neutral venue for India-Pakistan tie best decision at the time: ITF chief

International Tennis Federation President David Haggerty, who was in Bengaluru a little after the successful launch of the rejigged Davis Cup module staged in Madrid recently, was delighted with the changes to tennis' celebrated team competition.
2019-12-04 05:03:03 Read More

Man City find stride in 4-1 victory vs Burnley

ity bounced back from its disappointing draw at Newcastle by beating Burnley 4-1 in the Premier League on Tuesday, displaying the kind of fluent attacking play that has often eluded Pep Guardiola's team lately.
2019-12-04 04:49:21 Read More

For host Tiger, in-form Rahm will be the man to beat in Bahamas

The quiet, idyllic surroundings of Albany in Bahamas will reverberate with the sound of clubs smacking into golf balls over the next four days.
2019-12-04 04:41:31 Read More

Government looks beyond core sports for 2024 Paris Olympics

Indian athletes and sports administrators are bracing up for another Olympics - the Tokyo Games is less than eight months away. The medal hopes, as usual, are pinned on those traditional sports in which India has generally offered a good account of itself.
2019-12-04 03:54:14 Read More

New scoring system will benefit Indian boxers: Amit Panghal

Indian boxers have often found themselves at the receiving end of controversial judging at marquee international tournaments, especially in the last four years when points were declared only at the end of a bout.
2019-12-04 03:37:20 Read More

BCCI used VJD method, but hasn't paid me: Jayadevan

V Jayadevan, who devised the VJD method, has said that he has not received any financial compensation from the Indian cricket board (BCCI) for the past 10 years although his method has been used to calculate target scores in hundreds of rain-affected List A matches and T20s on the domestic circuit since the year 2007.
2019-12-04 03:24:00 Read More

1st T20I: Overcast conditions greet West Indies

Two years ago when the city last hosted an international match - the series deciding T20I between India and Australia - the tie was abandoned without a ball being bowled.
2019-12-04 03:03:46 Read More

1st T20I: Overcast conditions greet West Indies

Two years ago when the city last hosted an international match - the series deciding T20I between India and Australia - the tie was abandoned without a ball being bowled.
2019-12-04 03:03:46 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Wednesday (December 4) that comprise action from the football world.
2019-12-03 18:45:00 Read More

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West Indies are underdogs against India: Kieron Pollard

Skipper Kieron Pollard doesn't mind West Indies' underdog tag against India and said his team will look to focus on basics to get a favourable result in the limited-over series beginning on Friday. West Indies, the reigning ICC World T20 champions, will begin their tour with the three-match T20I series, starting with the opening match in Hyderabad on December 6.
2019-12-03 17:06:07 Read More

Big Bout Indian Boxing League: Mandeep Jangra battles to victory

Mandeep Jangra marked his return to the ring with a hard-fought split decision win over Dinesh Dagar to help North East Rhinos hold Bengaluru Brawlers to a 1-1 draw at the Big Bout Indian Boxing League on Tuesday.
2019-12-03 15:55:36 Read More

Virgil van Dijk deserved Ballon d'Or, says Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp believes Virgil van Dijk would have been a worthy winner of the Ballon d'Or but understands why Lionel Messi lifted it for a sixth time.
2019-12-03 15:40:24 Read More

Indian men's and women's TT teams win gold medals in SAG

Indian men's and women's table tennis teams claimed gold medals after defeating Nepal and Sri Lanka in its respective finals at the 13th South Asian Games on Tuesday.
2019-12-03 14:56:47 Read More

SAG: India clinches 27 medals on Day 2; remains second

Indian athletes dominated the track & field events & at the shooting range to clinch 27 medals, including 11 gold, on second day of competitions and remain in the second position at the medals tally in the South Asian Games on Tuesday. India's medal tally stood at 43 medals (18 gold, 16 silver and 9 bronze), behind hosts Nepal's 44 (23 gold, 9 silver, 12 bronze).
2019-12-03 14:48:12 Read More

Indian men's TT team achieves highest-ever world ranking

The Indian men's table tennis team have attained their highest ever world ranking by climbing to eighth in the latest rankings released by the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) on December 3.
2019-12-03 13:25:30 Read More

India beat Pakistan to win men's volleyball gold in South Asian Games

India defeated Pakistan in the final of the South Asian Games (SAG) 2019 volleyball, thus clinching a gold medal. In a thrilling final, India crushed Pakistan by 3-1 which soared the temperature of the Dashrath Stadium high, with excitement rising after every set.
2019-12-03 12:51:08 Read More

Sourabh becomes 6th Indian inside top 30 in BWF ranking

Riding on his runners-up finish at the Syed Modi International, Indian shuttler Sourabh Verma on Tuesday achieved a career-best ranking of world no.29 in the latest BWF ranking.
2019-12-03 12:25:23 Read More

Manish Pandey, leading by example

Victory for Karnataka in the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy may have come off the last ball in an edge-of-the-seat affair against Tamil Nadu in Surat on Sunday but the defending champions’ commitment to the job, that cemented them as a unit, was obvious from the first ball of the competition.
2019-12-03 11:57:52 Read More

It's because of my father's hard work that I'm captain: Priyam Garg

Priyam Garg says his journey from a small child without means to buy cricket gear to becoming Indian team captain for Under-19 World Cup would not have been possible without the sacrifice of his father, who resorted to driving a school van to fulfill his son's ambitions.
2019-12-03 10:56:32 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah starts training under Delhi Capitals' Rajnikanth

Having recovered from a stress fracture of the back, star Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah has started working out under IPL franchise Delhi Capitals' trainer Rajnikanth Sivagnanam at the Mumbai Cricket Association. Bumrah picked up the injury in September and did not play in the home series against South Africa and Bangladesh.
2019-12-03 10:46:20 Read More

Government of Assam TOISA 2019 Nominees: Athletics

TOISA is a platform created by the Times Group to recognise and reward Indian sporting talent and achievements on a global scale and will be held soon to honour the lionhearts who have given their blood, sweat and tears to make the country proud.
2019-12-02 12:12:37 Read More

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