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Southgate appointed England manager on four-year deal

Gareth Southgate was named as England's permanent manager on a four-year contract on Wednesday having impressed the Football Association during a four-match stint as interim coach.
2016-11-30 15:15:29 Read More

Southgate appointed England manager on four-year deal

Woakes sustains hairline fracture in his right thumb

Woakes got nasty snorter from Mohammed Shami which broke the neck protector of his helmet. The very next ball was another well disguised bouncer which Woakes fended awkwardly and it bobbed off his gloves.
2016-11-30 14:15:34 Read More

Never felt like I was coming back after 8 years, says Parthiv

"Coming after eight years and wearing India whites, you are a bit nervous before the start of the Test match or while you are preparing for that moment to play for India. The guys welcomed me and it never felt like I was coming back to the dressing room after a huge gap," Parthiv said.
2016-11-30 13:01:07 Read More

Saina, Kashyap, Praneeth advance at Macau Open

Top seeded Saina Nehwal defeated Hanna Ramadini of Indonesia 21-23, 21-14, 21-18 in a match which lasted around one hour. After going down in the first game, the Hyderabadi shuttler bounced back in style to outplay her opponent in every department of the game.
2016-11-30 12:42:53 Read More

Jennings, Dawson added to England squad

Durham opener Keaton Jennings and Hampshire spinner Liam Dawson had been added to the England squad for the remainder of the Test series against India. The pair will replace 19-year-old Haseeb Hameed, who has been ruled out of the series owing to a fractured finger that needs surgery, and Zafar Ansari, who has been sidelined with a back injury.
2016-11-30 10:19:05 Read More

Men's hockey: Australia beat India to level series

The Indian men's hockey team came close to securing a historic sweep of world No 1 Australia in the two-Test series in Bendigo, Victoria but the home team, spurred by on Jez Haywardâ€™s two brilliant goals in the second half, clawed back and held onto the advantage to win 4-3.
2016-11-30 09:19:31 Read More

Kohli, Jadeja rise to career-best Test rankings

Kohli rose to No.3 while Ravindra Jadejaâ€™s Man-of-the-Match showing in Mohali has moved him up two spots to a career-best fourth in the allrounders list.
2016-11-30 08:21:17 Read More

Prolific lower order helps India gain upper hand

A functional lower order had previously been resigned to the realm of wishful thinking for India but recent results, especially in the series against England, suggest skipper Virat Kohli has finally acquired one.
2016-11-30 06:26:55 Read More

Prolific lower order helps India gain upper hand

Football mourns as plane crash kills Brazilian players

The football world mourned Tuesday after a plane carrying a Brazilian team crashed in the mountains in Colombia, killing 71 people but miraculously leaving six survivors, officials said.
2016-11-30 05:06:22 Read More

More contact police as football abuse scandal spreads

British police investigating sexual abuse in soccer have received calls from 250 people, the government announced Tuesday, as FIFA said the high-profile scandal could lead to offenses by youth development coaches being exposed worldwide.
2016-11-30 03:14:19 Read More

We don't need dry, square turners to win: Kohli

Virat Kohli chose the perfect moment to hit back at critics, saying his team had proved they don't depend on pitches to win.
2016-11-30 02:53:04 Read More

Parthiv brilliant, but Saha is our No. 1 wicketkeeper: MSK

"Parthiv's statistics speak volumes about the way he has performed for Gujarat in the last few years. He has been very good with the bat, and more importantly, Parthiv's glove work is much better than before. But Saha remains our No. 1 keeper," Prasad mentioned.
2016-11-29 16:27:33 Read More

Questions about winning on turners have changed: Virat Kohli

Kohli and the team management copped a lot of flak during the South Africa series at home where some of the pitches were square turners. However the two wins against England came on tracks where there weren't much help for the spinners.
2016-11-29 13:25:33 Read More

'I was more focused during New Zealand Tests': Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma, the India batsman on the mend from thigh surgery this month, believes he was more focused during the Test series against New Zealand in Oct, in which he scored 238 runs at an average 79.33 with 3 half-centuries. Rohit's injury will keep him on the sideline for an estimated 10-12 weeks.
2016-11-29 11:21:00 Read More

Got extra motivation after losing toss, says Virat Kohli

Winning the toss and batting on the opening day is considered as a big advantage in Indian conditions but Virat Kohli and Co overcame that to win the third Test against England at Mohali by eight wickets. "None of the pitches have been turners," said Kohli after the win that gave India 2-0 lead.
2016-11-29 11:04:53 Read More

Talking Points, Day 4: Gritty Hameed, plucky Parthiv

As India beat England by 8 wickets in the third Test, TOI Sports takes you through the different passages of play from the Day 4 of India's third Test against England at Mohali.
2016-11-29 10:59:40 Read More

Hockey: India men's team beat Australia 3-2

VR Raghunath netted Indiaâ€™s third goal in the 44th minute to help his team win the first Test on Tuesday.
2016-11-29 09:11:19 Read More

Hardik Pandya faces six-week injury layoff

Hardik Pandya, the India allrounder, has sustained a hairline fracture on his right shoulder that will keep him out of competitive cricket for at least six weeks.
2016-11-29 06:33:18 Read More

Mohali Test: India beat England by 8 wickets to take 2-0 series lead

India sealed a rather comfortable victory in Mohali and achieved the 103-run target England had set them after being bowled out for 238 in their second innings. Parthiv Patel played an entertaining knock and remained unbeaten on 67.
2016-11-29 06:10:00 Read More

Plane carrying football players from Brazil crashes

A plane carrying members of Brazil's Chapecoense Real football team crashed late Monday near the Colombian city of Medellin, officials said.
2016-11-29 05:52:24 Read More

Saina gets top billing after Sindhu withdrawal

A fatigued PV Sindhu has withdrawn from the Macau Open, paving way for Saina Nehwal to get the top billing at the $120,000 event which gets underway on Tuesday. Sameer Verma will lead the Indian challenge in the men's singles along with Parupalli Kashyap, HS Prannoy and B Sai Praneethâ€‹.
2016-11-29 04:42:25 Read More

India v England: `Swordsman' Jadeja slices English spirits

Day Three of the Mohali Test, then, was the third time Jadeja obliged fans with the trademark gesture. For someone who has three triple tons in first-class cricket, Jadeja has just three half-centuries in 23 Tests. The numbers do suggest the man from Rajkot has not fulfilled his batting potential.
2016-11-29 04:27:03 Read More

India v England: `Swordsman' Jadeja slices English spirits

Mohali Test: Lid on debate over No. 6 slot, for now

Ravichandran Ashwin's two centuries in the West Indies gradually put a lid on the simmering debate. And now with scores of 32, 70, 7, 58 and 72 in the ongoing series, Ashwin has made the position his own.
2016-11-29 03:48:44 Read More

Pakistan not to play in Junior Hockey WC in India

Pakistan's men's junior team will not be able to take part in this year's Junior Hockey World Cup in Uttar Pradesh as it had applied for visas for players after the official deadline, International Hockey Federation (FIH) said on Monday.
2016-11-29 02:31:54 Read More

Pakistan not to play in Junior Hockey WC in India

Even their spinners seemed like Muralitharan in England: Jadeja

Ravichandran Ashwin may have had a huge role in instilling self-doubt in England batsmen but his spin partner Ravindra Jadeja on Monday said it has also got a lot to do with which team is dominating the proceedings.
2016-11-28 14:19:47 Read More

It was Ganguly vs Flintoff then, it's Kohli vs Stokes now

Indian captain Virat Kohli and England's premier all-rounder Ben Stokes are having a go at each other for the past three days -- at times openly like on the first day and at times subtly like it has happened in the next two days.
2016-11-28 14:03:36 Read More

Not that I think like a batsman, I am one, says Ravindra Jadeja

Ravindra Jadeja was polite but sarcasm was not lost when he said that it's not as if he fancies himself as a "specialist batsman" because he is indeed one. Jadeja's career-best Test score of 90 helped India take a 134-run first innings lead.
2016-11-28 13:27:49 Read More

What is ISL's basic objective, asks Kerala Blasters coach

"The objective should be to play more football, become more competitive. I've been here 12 games now and I find it hard to understand. Is the purpose to develop players, develop interest, or to find the best team?," Kerala Blasters FC coach Steve Coppell asked.
2016-11-28 12:35:24 Read More

Formula 1: Mercedes to confront Rosberg-Hamilton 'anarchy'

Some reports have said Mercedes could even punish Lewis Hamilton for slowing down the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Sunday in the hope that arch-rival teammate Nico Rosberg could be overtaken and lose the title.
2016-11-28 12:26:34 Read More

Day 3 Talking points: Jadeja's mature knock under pressure

Contrary to the manner in which he bats, this particular innings from Jadeja was very different to the rest. He hardly played any audacious shots and built two important lower-order partnerships allowing India to take a first-innings lead.
2016-11-28 11:44:03 Read More

What has gone wrong for Barcelona?

A 1-1 draw at Real Sociedad was described as a "miracle" by Barca boss Luis Enrique in what he singled out as the worst performance in his three seasons in charge. Barca are already six points adrift of Real Madrid ahead of their meeting in El Clasico on Saturday.
2016-11-28 11:09:07 Read More

Mohali Test: Ashwin leaves Eng reeling after India's top-order shines

After dismissing India for 417, Ashwin dented England by picking up three wickets as the visitors lost four of their top-order batsmen for 78 runs, all but knocking off their hopes of restoring parity.
2016-11-28 06:14:25 Read More

Sachin Tendulkar urges MNCs to hire sportspersons

Tendulkar urged corporates and multinationals to employ more sportspersons, so that they're able to give off their best after being assured of job security.
2016-11-28 05:05:41 Read More

Del Potro paves the way for Argentina's Davis Cup win

The 28-year old from Tandil, whose injury woes started in 2010, staged an astonishing comeback from two sets down to beat Croatia's Marin Cilic 6-7(4) 2-6 7-5 6-4 6-3 and haul Argentina back on to level pegging in the final against the Balkan nation.
2016-11-28 04:32:58 Read More

'It's tough being a handicapped athlete in India'

Not many inside the Stein Auditorium at the India Habitat Centre on Sunday evening anticipated that they would soon witness a captivating and moving session with Rio Paralympic winners Deepa Malik and Devendra Jhajharia during the Times Lit Fest here.
2016-11-28 03:58:25 Read More

Leggie Adil Rashid makes his mark in India

At the pre-match press conference ahead of the Mohali Test, Indian captain Virat Kohli had said he was surprised that Adil Rashid played Test cricket for England so late.
2016-11-28 02:52:51 Read More

Leggie Adil Rashid makes his mark in India

Rosberg beats Hamilton to clinch maiden F1 world title

Nico Rosberg won his maiden Formula One world title by securing second place behind his Mercedes arch-rival Lewis Hamilton in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Sunday. Rosberg's second place meant he clinched his first championship by five points.
2016-11-27 14:54:23 Read More

Mohali Test: England bowled negative line, says Pujara

Cheteshwar Pujara on Sunday said that although England bowled a "negative" line during his partnership with skipper Virat Kohli, his team showed a lot of character and would be looking to take 75-100 runs lead in the first innings of the third Test.
2016-11-27 13:03:16 Read More

Day 2 Talking Points: Ashwin again to India's rescue

Had it not been for a couple of useful knocks from Virat Kohli and Cheteshwar Pujara, and a late lift from R Ashwin, the tide of the match could have very well turned towards England than where it is now.
2016-11-27 11:51:54 Read More

Vikas to get 'Best Boxer' award at AIBA anniversary gala

In a historic first for Indian boxing, former Asian Games gold-medallist Vikas Krishan will be presented the 'Best Boxer' award by the International Boxing Association for his performance this year, during the world body's 70th anniversary celebrations on Dec 20.
2016-11-27 10:55:35 Read More

Sameer goes down fighting in Hong Kong Open final

India's hopes of winning twin titles in the Hong Kong Open Super Series were dashed when Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu and national champion Sameer Verma lost their respective final clashes in contrasting fashion.
2016-11-27 09:38:54 Read More

India bag bronze at Four Nations Invitational hockey

India put up a dominating performance to beat Malaysia 4-1 in the bronze medal play off match on Sunday and finish at the third spot in the Four Nations Invitational Tournament.
2016-11-27 09:38:40 Read More

PV Sindhu loses in Hong Kong Open final

PV Sindhu's quest for a second successive women's singles title ended in disappointment after she went down in straight games to Chinese Taipei's Tai Tzu Ying in the Hong Kong Open Super Series final on Sunday.
2016-11-27 07:15:45 Read More

Mohali Test, Tea: Kohli, Pujara make steady progress

Virat Kohli and Cheteshwar Pujara took center stage to shepherd India's response to England's first innings total of 283 by putting up an unbeaten 75-run stand, after the home team had lost both its openers with not much on the board.
2016-11-27 06:24:35 Read More

Mohali Test: Resilient Ashwin spurs India revival

A couple of useful knocks from Virat Kohli and Cheteshwar Pujara, and a late lift from R Ashwin's fighting half-century took India to 271/6 at the end of play on Day 2 in Mohali. India trail by 12 runs.
2016-11-27 06:24:35 Read More

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Injured Hardik Pandya ruled out of England series

The Baroda allrounder suffered a blow on his right shoulder during a training session and has been subsequently released from the squad, the BCCI said in a statement.
2016-11-27 05:47:07 Read More

Jayant Yadav impresses with crucial strikes

Over the last 10 days, off-spinner Jayant Yadav has taken rapid strides in his fledgling Test career. In the last Test against England in Vizag, the Haryana lad impressed with his all-round performance.
2016-11-27 02:40:54 Read More

Jayant Yadav impresses with crucial strikes

Bairstow douses fire 'Stoked' by Kohli's send-off

As he was leaving, the TV replays showed Virat giving Stokes, who is also feisty character, a send-off. The England all-rounder stopped and turned back to reply as umpire Marais Erasmus had a word with the Indian captain.
2016-11-26 17:06:18 Read More

Aditi Ashok wins inaugural Qatar Ladies Open

Just a fortnight after claiming her maiden win at the Hero Women's Indian Open, the 18-year-old rookie professional from Bangalore Aditi Ashok totaled 15-under-par at the Doha Golf Club to grab a three-stroke win over Lydia Hall and Caroline Hedwall.
2016-11-26 16:54:11 Read More

Ben Stokes reprimanded for making inappropriate comments

The incident happened when Stokes reacted to India players' celebrations following his dismissal by making inappropriate comments which were heard by both the on-field umpires, according to a statement from the ICC.
2016-11-26 15:17:29 Read More

Pleasing to have found a method of scoring runs: Bairstow

Bairstow did not hide his happiness at having been successful with the willow but said that there is nothing special except for devising a method to score runs irrespective of whether it is against Australia, South Africa or India.
2016-11-26 14:45:17 Read More

England could have scored more as there's not much turn: Umesh Yadav

Asked if England's day score was par for the course, Umesh replied: "I think it could have been better as the spinners are not getting enough turn. It's easy to play spinners. It's okay but they could have got more. The wicket hasn't changed much. Some balls may have gone up and down but I think the pace of the wicket is same."
2016-11-26 14:36:58 Read More

Super Saturday: Sindhu, Sameer enter Hong Kong Open final

National champion Sameer Verma stunned World No 3 Jan O Jorgensen to reach his maiden Super Series final while Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu made it to her second successive summit clash in women's singles at the Hong Kong Open.
2016-11-26 13:15:28 Read More

Let pacers show raw emotion on field: Shoaib Akhtar to ICC

"People want to see fast bowlers run in and take wickets and show emotions. When you are trying your best for your team and running in huffing and puffing there will be emotions to be showed. What else to expect from a fast bowler?" Akhtar said.
2016-11-26 12:26:53 Read More

Mohali Test, Talking Points, Day 1: India drop 4 catches

India were extremely underwhelming with their performance in the field. The ground fielding and catching was pedestrian to say the least. They dropped four catches and allowed plenty to slip through their 'gate'.
2016-11-26 12:15:02 Read More

BCCI, PCB officials might meet in December to discuss ties

The meeting was important as apparently when Sethi met with the BCCI President, Anurag Thakur in Cape Town for the ICC executive board meeting recently there was discussion on having a triangular or quadrangular series.
2016-11-26 12:06:29 Read More

Australia take control against South Africa in Adelaide

Australia took firm control of the day-night third Test on Saturday when they reduced South Africa to 194 for six at the close on day three, only 70 runs ahead of their hosts.
2016-11-26 11:38:42 Read More

Australia take control against South Africa in Adelaide

Four Nations Hockey: India lose 2-3 to New Zealand

Indian men's hockey team lost 2-3 to New Zealand in a hard fought encounter to crash out of the title clash at the four-nation Invitational Tournament on Saturday.
2016-11-26 09:19:32 Read More

Mohali Test, lunch: India carve up England's top order

The Indian bowlers took out four of England's top-order batsmen on a dry Mohali surface to leave them worrying at 92/4 at lunch, with all four bowlers getting a wicket.
2016-11-26 06:16:41 Read More

Mohali Test: Advantage India despite Bairstow's 89

India would be pleased to have England at 268/8 at stumps on Day 1 of Mohali Test, while England would rue Bairstow's untimely dismissal in the final 45 minutes of play, which put the home side on top.
2016-11-26 06:16:41 Read More

Four Nations Hockey: India lose 2-3 to NZ

New Zealand scored three goals in the last 15 minutes to make a stellar comeback and book a place in the final against Australia. India will play Malaysia for the 3rd-4th playoff match.
2016-11-26 05:57:58 Read More

Dilip Tirkey bids to bring tribals back to hockey

Former India hockey captain Dileep Tirkey led the Indian defence against top sides during his playing days.
2016-11-26 05:37:22 Read More

Dilip Tirkey bids to bring tribals back to hockey

Former India hockey captain Dileep Tirkey led the Indian defence against top sides during his playing days.
2016-11-26 05:37:22 Read More

Sachin fan Sudhir barred from entering PCA Stadium

Painted in the colours of Indian national flag, Sudhir Gautham has earned fame unmatched by the most ardent of cricket fans.
2016-11-26 03:25:22 Read More

Live score: India v England, 3rd Test, Mohali

Follow this space for the live updates from the third Test between India and England played in Mohali. India lead the five-Test series 1-0 following their 246-run win in Vizag.
2016-11-26 03:07:56 Read More

Sex abuse claims mount as Rooney lauds victims' bravery

Sky News reported that 11 people have now approached Cheshire Police in northwest England with information on football-related abuse and that officers are now contacting them. No arrests have been made.
2016-11-25 14:19:37 Read More

BCCI mulling to issue cash cards to players

Going with the times, the BCCI is mulling over the introduction of cash cards to all the national players instead of restricting it to only a few officials as is the case at present.
2016-11-25 13:51:11 Read More

Virat Kohli gives nod to Decision Review System

India had for years resisted using the Decision Review System over doubts about its reliability following a frustrating trial run in 2008, despite the nine other Test teams adopting the technology years ago.
2016-11-25 12:59:21 Read More

PCB prepares to take legal recourse against BCCI

"The ICC had asked the BCCI to show the letters or any other documents with their external ministry to confirm it didn't send its team to play Pakistan in the ICC women's champions league in UAE on advice of its government," Shaharyar said.
2016-11-25 12:13:13 Read More

Valiant Saina Nehwal bows out of Hong Kong Open

A valiant Saina Nehwal, who is on a comeback trail after recovering from a serious knee injury, lost the first game 8-21 in just 12 minutes, but fought back superbly to win the second game 21-18 but lost a thrilling third game 19-21 in the Hong Kong Open.
2016-11-25 11:59:24 Read More

ICC should clarify grey areas on ball tampering: Cook

With Faf du Plessis being docked 100 per cent after being seen applying saliva from a sweet mint that he was chewing and the alleged footage of Virat Kohli, applying saliva has been a topic of discussion for the last few days.
2016-11-25 11:34:50 Read More

PV Sindhu reaches Hong Kong Open semi-finals

Rio Olympics silver medalist PV Sindhu fought her way to the Hong Kong Open Super Series semi-finals after defeating Xiaoyu Liang of Singaopre in the last eight clash on Friday.
2016-11-25 08:41:21 Read More

Virat Kohli laughs off ball-tampering charges

Indian skipper Virat Kohli rubbished the ball-tampering allegations of a British tabloid, saying that it is an attempt to take focus away from the series and a newspaper article doesn't matter over ICC's decision.
2016-11-25 06:42:51 Read More

Happy Birthday, Indian pacer Jhulan Goswami

NEW DELHI: ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year 2007, Arjuna Awardee, Padma Shri winner and the once the fastest bowler in womenâ€™s cricket â€“ the legit superstar of womenâ€™s cricket, Jhulan Goswami turns 34 today.
2016-11-25 04:29:45 Read More

Dry Mohali conditions give India further edge over England

The Indian cricket team has a terrific chance to take an unassailable 2-0 lead over England in the best-of-five Test series with conditions in Mohali, which is the venue for the third match, expected to assist spin.
2016-11-25 04:14:50 Read More

Sindhu usurps Saina in rankings; both may clash in HK semis

Unless there is a major upset both the Indians should easily win their quarterfinal matches at Hong Kong Open. If that happens, Saina will be facing Sindhu for the first time outside India.
2016-11-25 03:46:57 Read More

Sindhu usurps Saina in rankings; both may clash in HK semis

BCCI pushed Lodha to become proactive?

"The board top brass kept asking the panel for permission for every transaction, which eventually led to the Supreme Court telling the Lodha panel to decide on the benchmark figure on BCCI expenses," a source pointed out.
2016-11-25 03:20:45 Read More

Ashwin exceptional, Jayant has shown maturity, says Kumble

Anil Kumble couldn't have asked for more in the manner seasoned Ravichandran Ashwin and rookie Jayant Yadav combined to outwit the dogged defiance of a stodgy England line-up during the comprehensive victory in the second Test.
2016-11-24 12:33:33 Read More

Parthiv chosen over Pant due to better 'keeping skills'

"Parthiv has been really consistent both with his keeping as well as his batting. Rishabh has certainly shown the exuberance a young cricketer can bring in. He has shown a lot of batting skills. But Parthiv was chosen for his keeping skills and his experience," Kumble said.
2016-11-24 11:53:32 Read More

Du Plessis ton puts SA in strong position against Australia

Skipper Faf du Plessis put his ball tampering controversy behind him to defy Australia's bowlers with a steely century to put South Africa in early control of the day-night third Test in Adelaide.
2016-11-24 11:53:21 Read More

Liverpool great Steven Gerrard announces retirement

Former Liverpool and England captain Steven Gerrard spent 17 years at Liverpool, 12 as captain, and won seven major honours including the 2005 Champions League before finishing his career with an 18-month stint at LA Galaxy.
2016-11-24 11:32:01 Read More

Kumble rubbishes ball tampering allegations against Kohli

A British tabloid published footage of Kohli applying saliva to the ball during the first Test against England at Rajkot. However, there were no complaints made by the visiting team or the match referee to the ICC within a window of five days.
2016-11-24 10:50:01 Read More

Mohali Test: England draw up plan to contain Virat Kohli

Speaking about Kohli's performance in the previous Test, England all-rounder Chris Woakes said, "Kohli scored lot of those runs. So, we are going to have plans to him to try and stop him scoring... Once he gets in, it's hard to get him out."
2016-11-24 10:03:13 Read More

Mohali Test: England draw up plan to contain Virat Kohli

Four Nations Hockey: India beat Malaysia 4-2

Goals to Nikkin Thimmaiah, Rupinder Pal Singh and Akashdeep Singh paved the way for India's win in Melbourne on Thursday.
2016-11-24 08:40:47 Read More

When Sehwag stopped a Test to remember a song!

While batting on 300 during the Chennai Test vs South Africa, Sehwag forgot the lyrics to a song and called Ishant Sharma, who was the 12th man for that game, to the field and told him to get the lyrics of the song from my iPod.
2016-11-24 04:34:37 Read More

Live updates: Australia v South Africa, 3rd Test

Get all the latest updates of the third Test between Australia and South Africa at Adelaide.
2016-11-24 04:11:28 Read More

AIFF forced to relax criteria for new teams in ILeague

The AIFF has been left with just seven teams in the I-League after Salgaocar FC and Sporting Clube de Goa pulled out in protest against the proposed roadmap to restructure domestic football.
2016-11-24 03:39:48 Read More

Captaincy boost for Virat's batting

Over the past two years, Virat has scored 1793 runs in 19 matches with seven centuries and three half-centuries. His average during this period has been 59.76 - nearly 19 points up from his batting average when he played under other captains.
2016-11-24 03:05:33 Read More

Messi bags double as Barcelona see off Celtic

Lionel Messi hit a brace as he returned to the Barcelona line-up to help book their place in the last 16 of the Champions League with a comfortable 2-0 win at Celtic on Wednesday.
2016-11-24 02:54:03 Read More

No jumping the queue as Rahul Dravid mans supply lines

It has been a year and a half since former Indian captain Rahul Dravid was appointed India 'A' and India Under-19 coach and became chief caretaker of Indian cricket's supply lines. The results are now starting to show.
2016-11-23 17:38:20 Read More

Sri Lanka defeat West Indies by one run in ODI

Playing just his fourth ODI, Lewis struck a superb 148 but a series of run-outs ultimately hurt the West Indies as they finished on 329/9 in response to Sri Lanka's 330/7. Sri Lanka's total was set up by Niroshan Dickwella and Kusal Mendis, who both scored 94.
2016-11-23 16:24:26 Read More

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Sri Lanka defeat West Indies by one run in ODI

Hong Kong Open: Sindhu eases into second round

Top Indian shuttlers Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu advanced to the second round of the women's singles competition at the Hong Kong Open Super Series badminton tournament with contrasting victories on Wednesday.
2016-11-23 15:33:22 Read More

Dravid sir told me not to worry about technique, says Mandeep

"It was amazing that a technically solid player like him (Dravid) never told me to worry about my technique. For four to five days he was by my side in the nets. If a player like him tells me that your technique is good and you just have to go about your training as usual, it works wonders for your confidence. That is what happened with me," Mandeep said,
2016-11-23 13:02:34 Read More

Spain prosecutors call for two-year jail for Neymar

Barcelona's Brazilian star striker Neymar is accused of, along with several accomplices, having concealed a portion of the cost of his multi-million-dollar transfer from Santos to Barcelona in the year 2013.
2016-11-23 12:31:11 Read More

No 1 Australia beat Asian champions India 3-2

Having taken the early lead, VR Raghunathâ€™s depleted side squandered the advantage to star their tour of Australia with defeat.Foals from Jeremy Haywood in the 24th and 36th minutes and Trent Mitton in the 43rd negated the brilliance of Rupinder Pal Singh (21â€™, 53â€™).
2016-11-23 10:39:31 Read More

India women beat Hockeyroos 1-0 in first hockey Test

The Indian womenâ€™s hockey team, ranked 12th in the world, began their tour of Australia by beating the fourth-ranked Hockeyroos 1-0 in the first of three Test matches in Melbourne on Wednesday.
2016-11-23 08:33:56 Read More

BCCI furious as ICC docks eves for not playing Pakistan

A furious BCCI has lodged a protest with the global body who are well aware that any bilateral series against Pakistan needs government permission under current political scenario, which ICC's Indian chairman is well aware of.
2016-11-23 08:16:25 Read More

India women to forfeit Pakistan matches: ICC

The decision means India will miss out on automatic qualification for the 2017 World Cup in England.
2016-11-23 07:38:19 Read More

Four Nations Tournament: Asian hockey champions India face Australia

The Indian menâ€™s hockey team, which last month was crowned winners of the Asian Champions Trophy, begin their Four Nations Tournament campaign today at 2:30pm IST against hosts Australia in Melbourne.
2016-11-23 06:37:02 Read More

Live: Sri Lanka v West Indies, 5th ODI, Tri-series

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2016-11-23 05:31:35 Read More

Cook's simple gameplan is reason for his success: Nick

"For me, (Alastair) Cook's technique is very good when it comes to defending spinners out of the rough because he gets his bat in front of his pad. He also plays the sweep shot well," former England opener Nick Compton said.
2016-11-23 04:24:58 Read More

Cook's simple gameplan is reason for his success: Nick

3rd Test: Parthiv Patel replaces Wriddhiman Saha

As per a media advisory released by the BCCI, Saha has been rested for the 3rd Test after he developed a strain on his left thigh during the 2nd Test at Vizag and Pathiv Patel has been called to the Indian squad as replacement.
2016-11-23 04:05:24 Read More

India may have work cut out on 'proper' Mohali pitch

"It's good that Test matches are lasting its full length and results are coming. But how many days a Test match lasts totally depends on the players and how they execute their skills," Daljit Singh, BCCI's pitches and grounds committee head, told TOI.
2016-11-23 03:40:48 Read More

Faf du Plessis breaks silence on ball tampering row

South Africa Test captain Faf du Plessis has called for the ICC to review their rules regarding ball tampering after he was found 'guilty' by the body following a three-hour hearing at the Adelaide court on Wednesday.
2016-11-23 02:59:17 Read More

Zaheer misses out on bowling coach deal

Head coach Anil Kumble had approved Zaheer's appointment as he is looking out for an experienced hand to guide the pace bowlers.
2016-11-23 02:55:46 Read More

When Duncan checked in, Virat Kohli understood value of fitness

It is well known that Kohli started taking fitness much more seriously post an ordinary IPL in 2012. He changed his training regime and eating habits completely, realising the need to transform his body to survive the rigours of playing all three formats.
2016-11-22 14:18:03 Read More

ICC clause rubbishes tampering allegations against Virat Kohli

A British tabloid on Tuesday accused that some footage indicated that Virat Kohli appeared to shine the ball using residue from a sweet during the first Test in Rajkot. However, there has been no complaint filed by the visiting team.
2016-11-22 14:03:11 Read More

Gambhir dropped, Bhuvi recalled for remaining England Tests

Bhuvneshwar has been recalled after proving his fitness from the injury sustained during the New Zealand Tests last month. Gambhir made 29 and 0 against England in Rajkot and made way for the returning KL Rahul in Visakhapatnam.
2016-11-22 12:20:25 Read More

Hockey India League 2017 to begin on January 21

Hockey India (HI) on Tuesday announced the schedule for the fifth edition of the Coal India Hockey India League (HIL) which will be held from January 21 to February 26.
2016-11-22 11:15:58 Read More

Faf du Plessis evades ban in 'Mintgate' row

South Africa skipper Faf du Plessis was found guilty of ball-tampering on Tuesday but cleared to play in this week's third Test against Australia, who are fighting to avoid their first ever home Test series whitewash.
2016-11-22 10:44:41 Read More

WATCH: Did Kohli pull off a du Plessis at Rajkot?

In a video published by a South African newspaper group IOL, Indian Test captain Virat Kohli is seen shining the ball during Indiaâ€™s first Test against England at Eajkot in a similar manner to which that had prompted International Cricket Council (ICC) to action against South African skipper Faf du Plessis.
2016-11-22 08:48:03 Read More

Goldberg sets his eyes on Royal Rumble

The former WCW star, following his decimation of the Beast Incarnate at the 30th annual Survivor Series, revealed that he will enter the 2017 Royal Rumble match in order to have one last title run of his professional career.
2016-11-22 07:39:03 Read More

ICC Test rankings: Virat Kohli surges to career-best fourth

In crossing the 800-point mark for the first time, the 28-year-old has become the 11th Indian batsman to do so. Should Kohli - ranked No 1 in T20Is - continue his strong form in the third Test in Mohali starting Saturday, he could close the gap on the top spot.
2016-11-22 06:53:59 Read More

Lodha suggestions may set off tremors in BCCI, state units

The panel requested the SC to direct that "all administrative and management matters be carried out by the BCCI CEO without advertence to the office-bearers".
2016-11-22 04:01:28 Read More

Cook confident of turnaround in Mohali Test

Skipper Alastair Cook has expressed confidence that England can bounce back in the series against India despite the crushing loss in the second Test but said winning the toss would be key.
2016-11-22 03:41:19 Read More

Cook confident of turnaround in Mohali Test

ICC keeps BCCI out of second key meet

The ICC has not invited the BCCI to its working group meeting in Adelaide this week, the second time it has done so. The BCCI was kept out of a meeting in Singapore in September.
2016-11-22 03:23:24 Read More

Dismiss BCCI top brass, make GK Pillai observer: Lodha panel

The BCCI had recently told Justice Lodha Committee that it would not be able to implement Supreme Court-directed reforms in cricket administration because of the resistance from state cricket bodies.
2016-11-21 11:22:05 Read More

Will assess the 'load of captaincy' after 3 years: Kohli

Indian Test skipper Virat Kohli enjoys the pressure of expectations and made it clear that he will only assess after three years as to how much of a "load" captaincy has become for him.
2016-11-21 10:56:26 Read More

England showed less intent, says skipper Virat Kohli

Indian Test cricket skipper Virat Kohli on Monday said that England team's lack of intent gave him enough "assurance" that they would crumble anytime during their herculean chase of 405.
2016-11-21 10:36:25 Read More

Virat Kohli praises bowlers for win against England

Indian captain Virat Kohli on Monday heaped praise on his bowlers, especially debutant Jayant Yadav, for their contribution in the 246-run win over England in the second Test here.
2016-11-21 08:45:05 Read More

Talking points: Anderson claims dubious record

A look at the major talking points from the Day 5 of the second Test between India and England in Visakhapatman which the hosts won by 246 runs to take 1-0 lead in the five-match series.
2016-11-21 08:18:15 Read More

India equal second longest unbeaten home streak

Virat Kohli's side has drawn level with the second longest streak by any Indian cricket team at home, winning the second Test against England in Visakhapatnam to make it 16 consecutive matches without defeat in India. The record is 20, and India still has eight more Tests remaining this season.
2016-11-21 07:34:35 Read More

2nd Test: Spinners bowl India to 1-0 series lead

Ravichandran Ashwin and Jayant Yadav shared six wickets to bowl India to a huge 246-run win against England on the fifth and final day of the second Test in Visakhapatnam, thereby taking a 1-0 lead in the five-match series on Monday.
2016-11-21 07:08:06 Read More

Gaganjeet Bhullar pips Jeev to win Indonesia Open

Gaganjeet Bhullar of India won the $300,000 BANK BRI-JCB Indonesia Open for the second time in his career after closing with a four-under-par 68.
2016-11-21 04:41:08 Read More

India clear on how to use DRS: Pujara

It was a toil, but the Indian camp was happy with the outcome on Day Four of the second Test against England on Sunday. The hosts reduced the visiting side to 87 for two after setting a target of 405 and fancy their chances going into the final day .
2016-11-21 04:39:52 Read More

Goldberg beats Brock Lesnar in under 2 minutes

The rematch that was 12 years in the making didnâ€™t even last 12 minutes. The Survival series main event saw two spears and a jack hammer from Bill Goldberg and Brock Lesnar was done. Call it shock, disbelief â€“ it was monumental.
2016-11-21 03:42:53 Read More

Murray rules the world after humbling of Djokovic

Andy Murray eclipsed Novak Djokovic 6-3 6-4 to claim his first ATP World Tour Finals title and rubberstamp the year-end top ranking on Sunday. "It's very special playing against Novak in a match like this... It is something I never expected," Murray said.
2016-11-20 22:32:05 Read More

Murray rules the world after humbling of Djokovic

Broad says learned bowling tricks from Zaheer Khan

England seamer Stuart Broad on Sunday said he has learned a few tricks from former India pace spearhead Zaheer Khan about how to excel on the sub-continent pitches.
2016-11-20 15:17:28 Read More

England players await daily allowances from BCCI

It's been 18 days that the England cricket team is in India and the squad members are yet to receive daily allowances from the BCCI since the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which covers this payment, is yet to be signed by the two Boards.
2016-11-20 13:52:21 Read More

It won't be easy for England to bat on 5th day: Pujara

Skipper Alastair Cook and Haseeb Hameed may have frustrated the Indians with their dogged defence on Sunday but Cheteshwar Pujara says it will be extremely tough for England to bat through the fifth day.
2016-11-20 13:11:58 Read More

It has been a dream for a long time, says PV Sindhu

Ecstatic after clinching her maiden Super Series premier title at China Open on Sunday, Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu said she was left speechless with emotions as she has finally realised a long-time dream.
2016-11-20 12:50:40 Read More

Formula One: Ecclestone proposes two-race format

Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone believes the sport could be made more attractive by ditching the current one-race format for two shorter races, he said in a Sunday newspaper interview.
2016-11-20 12:42:48 Read More

Talking points: Stokes' superman effort and a blockathon

Here's a look at the major talking points from the Day 4 of the second Test between India and England in Visakhapatnam.
2016-11-20 11:43:55 Read More

2nd Test: Late wickets dent England resistance

England openers set the template for their team-mates with a snore-inducing display of blockathon to deny India an early opening before Jadeja trapped Cook lbw as the visitors trudged to 87/2 in their improbable chase of 405 at stumps.
2016-11-20 08:57:50 Read More

PV Sindhu wins maiden China Open Super Series title

Rio Olympics silver medalist PV Sindhu dished out a spirited performance to clinch her maiden Super Series Premier title by defeating China's Sun Yu in the final of the China Open. Sindhu registered 21-11, 17-21, 21-11 win.
2016-11-20 08:07:50 Read More

PV Sindhu wins maiden China Open Super Series title

Lunch report: India set England 405 to win

Stuart Broad bowled an excellent spell to trigger a collapse as England dented India's hopes of a 400 plus lead but were frustrated by the last pair that thwarted them to set a target of 405 runs.
2016-11-20 06:29:02 Read More

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We Jamaicans have a special kind of respect: Asafa Powell

It is not often that a man of pure speed embarks with you on a marathon run. It happened at the TOI office here on Saturday.
2016-11-20 04:13:40 Read More

Jayant Yadav fits seamlessly into spin plans

It's a proud moment for any sportsperson to represent his country. Jayant Yadav's moment came on Thursday in the second Test against England at the ACA-VDCA YSR Stadium.
2016-11-20 03:33:47 Read More

Murray, Djokovic set up gripping final showdown in London

Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic will slug it out for the world number one ranking in a high-stakes final at the ATP World Tour Finals after completing their contrasting paths to the dramatic showdown.
2016-11-20 03:04:55 Read More

1st Test: Williamson guides NZ to win against Pakistan

New Zealand completed an eight-wicket victory in the first Test against Pakistan in Christchurch on Sunday.
2016-11-20 02:23:39 Read More

ISL: Forlan hattrick helps Mumbai trounce Kerala Blasters 5-0

World Cup Golden Ball winner Diego Forlan struck a brilliant hat-trick, the first of the season, to power Mumbai City FC to the top of the Indian Super League table with a 5-0 demolition of Kerala Blasters here on Saturday.
2016-11-19 16:57:44 Read More

Vizag Test: Injured Broad doubtful for third India Test

However Broad, who rattled the Indian top-order with his twin strikes in the final session on day three, will "continue to bowl" in the rest of the innings.
2016-11-19 13:25:34 Read More

Vizag Test: Injured Broad doubtful for third India Test

However Broad, who rattled the Indian top-order with his twin strikes in the final session on day three, will "continue to bowl" in the rest of the innings.
2016-11-19 13:25:34 Read More

Talking points: Bairstow's false start and Ashwin's 5-wicket haul

Here' a look at the major talking points from Day 3 of the second Test between India and England in Visakhapatnam.
2016-11-19 12:14:00 Read More

China Open: Sindhu beats Korea's Hyun to enter final

Seventh seed Sindhu edged out Ji Hyun, seeded sixth, 11-21 23-21 21-19 in a thrilling contest that lasted an hour and 24 minutes here. This was Sindhu's sixth win over Ji Hyun in nine encounter.
2016-11-19 11:30:23 Read More

Neil Wagner still making things happen, claims 100th Test scalp

Neil Wagner's double breakthrough triggered Pakistan's slumped from 58-1 to 105-7 in their second innings and that he snared his 100th Test wicket in the process was icing on the cake for the left-armer.
2016-11-19 08:37:00 Read More

India vs England: Kohli, Ashwin tighten the noose

India tightened their grip on the ongoing second Test against England with their captain Virat Kohli hitting an unbeaten half-century to guide them to 98/3 at stumps with their second innings lead swelling to 298 on the third day in Visakhapatnam on Saturday.
2016-11-19 08:16:54 Read More

Dale Steyn wades into Faf du Plessis ball tampering debate

Du Plessis was charged with ball tampering on Friday after Australian television pictures showed him applying saliva to the ball with a sweet in his mouth during the second Test, which South Africa won to clinch the series with a match to spare.
2016-11-19 05:54:34 Read More

England await Stuart Broad's fitness report

Broad, who had left the field on the first day of the match due to discomfort in his wrist and foot, did bowl four overs with the second new ball on Friday but the medical team was keen to investigate his injury.
2016-11-19 05:41:49 Read More

Hyderabad High Court issues contempt notice to Ajay Shirke

There was fresh trouble for the beleaguered Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Ajay Shirke as the Hyderabad High Court on Friday served a contempt notice on him.
2016-11-19 05:03:05 Read More

Ravichandran Ashwin enjoys playing lead tormentor

If the Englishmen harboured hopes of an early end to the Indian innings early on Day Two, they would have been guilty of underplaying the Ashwin factor.
2016-11-19 04:38:09 Read More

Andy Murray targets perfect end to family's dream year

Andy Murray has set his sights on a dream finish to 2016 for himself and brother Jamie as they target ATP Tour Finals glory.
2016-11-19 03:40:18 Read More

Pele using a walker -- his new 'soccer shoes with wheels'

Soccer legend Pele is using a metal-framed walker to get around these days, which his agent compares to having a new piece of "sporting equipment."
2016-11-19 03:34:14 Read More

Pele using a walker -- his new 'soccer shoes with wheels'

Soccer legend Pele is using a metal-framed walker to get around these days, which his agent compares to having a new piece of "sporting equipment."
2016-11-19 03:34:14 Read More

Livid Ashwin asks media to stop throwing pitch jibes

"I don't know why these jibes come back at us. Honestly it looks like a jibe (from) where you are looking at Indian wickets. It does honestly. You guys watch the game through the day and pitch is something you can definitely assess better than we do," Ashwin said.
2016-11-18 13:36:48 Read More

Jayawardene replaces Ponting as Mumbai Indians head coach

Jayawardene's appointment has come in the wake of Ponting's contract coming to a close. The former Australia captain was Mumbai Indians chief coach for the past two seasons after taking charge from former India coach John Wright.
2016-11-18 13:28:00 Read More

Brought in fit youngsters to replace seniors: Saba Karim

In a discussion on Innovation in Play, organised by PWL, Karim said that he along with other selectors focussed on bringing in fit and skillful youngsters to replace experienced seniors to make the transition phase of Indian cricket smooth.
2016-11-18 13:05:44 Read More

Sindhu in semifinals, Jayaram loses in China Open

Seventh seed PV Sindhu notched up a 22-20, 21-10 win over local favourite He Bingjiao, who has won four titles - Bitburger Open, French Open, Japan Open and Swiss Open - this season in women's singles competition.
2016-11-18 12:19:51 Read More

Talking points: Jayant impresses on debut and Saha does a Dhoni

Here' a look at the major talking points from Day 2 of the second Test between India and England underway in Visakhapatnam.
2016-11-18 11:35:28 Read More

We didn't deny visa to Bamang Tago, claims China

"According to what we learnt that the person you have mentioned had previously gone to the Chinese embassy in India for visa application but later he himself cancelled the visa application," Geng claimed.
2016-11-18 09:09:13 Read More

Faf du Plessis charged with ball tampering: ICC

South Africa captain Faf du Plessis has been charged with ball tampering, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Friday.
2016-11-18 06:30:13 Read More

India vs England, 2nd Test: India all out for 455

India added 40 runs to their total after the lunch-break to be all out for 455 in their first innings on Day 2 of the second Test being underway in Visakhapatnam on Friday.
2016-11-18 06:17:36 Read More

2nd Test: England slip to 103/5 in reply to India's 455

England were stuck in a web of spin after slipping to 103/5 in reply to India's 455 in their first innings at the close of play on Day 2 of the second Test in Visakhapatnam on Friday.
2016-11-18 06:17:36 Read More

Vizag Test: I missed playing and taking wickets, says Anderson

"The emotion of having worked hard to get back into the team, then getting a wicket early on - that feeling of getting wicket and helping your team out, you can't replicate," Anderson said.
2016-11-18 03:40:56 Read More

Vizag Test: I missed playing and taking wickets, says Anderson

Vizag Test: Accumulator Pujara shows he can dominate too

"We lost a couple of early wickets, but after that Virat (Kohli) and I told each other that we wanted to build a partnership, and the way Virat batted, the kind of partnership we had, was a crucial one for the team," Pujara said.
2016-11-18 03:19:13 Read More

India v England live updates: 2nd Test, Day 2

Get all the latest updates of the second Test between India and England at Vizag.
2016-11-18 03:12:10 Read More

Novak Djokovic calls for officials to show more respect

Djokovic vented his frustrations to tournament supervisor Tom Barnes before finally focusing on the match and, while conceding he sometimes takes too long between points, he insisted the officials should take a softer approach before handing out warnings.
2016-11-17 17:06:37 Read More

2nd Test: Kumble advised me to work on intent, says Pujara

Cheteshwar Pujara, who is in the form of his life, says he has not made any change in his technique but the intent has surely changed on the advice of head coach Anil Kumble.
2016-11-17 13:10:41 Read More

On-song Anand relishes show at Champions Showdown

Viswanathan Anand didn't put a foot wrong at the recently-concluded Champions Showdown that had in fray four of the world's leading players. Juggling formats with ease, the five-time former World champion shone from the word go and walked away with the title.
2016-11-17 12:15:36 Read More

On-song Anand relishes show at Champions Showdown

Talking points: Anderson's snorter and a dog's day out

A look at the major talking points from the opening day of the second Test between India and England being played in Visakhapatnam.
2016-11-17 12:15:01 Read More

2nd Test, Day 1: Kohli, Pujara put India in control

Centuries from Virat Kohli and Cheteshwar Pujara helped India finish Day 1 at 317/4 after they opted to bat in the second Test against England in Vishakapatnam on Thursday.
2016-11-17 11:44:34 Read More

Sindhu, Jayaram reach quarterfinals of China Open

Sindhu survived a scare from Beiwen Zhang before notching up a 18-21 22-20 21-17 victory in a match that lasted an hour. The Indian will next take on He Bingjiao, against whom she had lost in the second round of the French Open last month.
2016-11-17 10:31:49 Read More

Fast track: Armaan Ebrahim, Mira Erda and Rohit Khanna

The trio are doing their individual bit to keep the upwards movement of motorsports in India.
2016-11-17 10:01:13 Read More

Sprinter Dharambir Singh handed eight-year ban

Haryana sprinter Dharambir Singh, who was barred from representing the country in the Rio Olympics at the last minute for failing a dope test, has been slapped an eight-year ban by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA).
2016-11-17 09:54:20 Read More

Lunch report: Kohli, Pujara solid after early blows

Virat Kohli and Cheteshwar Pujara punished England for their inaccuracy and profligacy as they scored at over four an over in the second session to take India to 210/2 at tea on the first day of the second Test of the five match series in Visakhapatnam on Thursday.
2016-11-17 09:06:17 Read More

'Young' Cook to remain England Test skipper: Strauss

Director of England cricket Andrew Strauss expects Alastair Cook to carry on as the Test captain well into the summer of 2017, saying the 31-year-old is comfortable with the responsibility.
2016-11-17 07:19:24 Read More

Saving Tests more satisfying than tons, says Kohli

"When there is the pressure to win the match, you can at least play your shots but when you are trying to save the match you have to keep the intent going and at the same time you cannot play as many shots as well," Kohli said.
2016-11-17 04:10:39 Read More

T20 WC for the Blind: Pakistan could play in India

Apart from India and Pakistan, the other teams who would be in action are England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Nepal.
2016-11-17 03:31:19 Read More

Live updates: India v England, 2nd Test, Day 1

Get all the latest updates of the second Test between India and England at Vizag.
2016-11-17 03:21:24 Read More

Rooney apologises to Southgate over 'inappropriate' images

England captain Wayne Rooney "unreservedly" apologised on Wednesday to interim manager Gareth Southgate and Football Association technical director Dan Ashworth after the publication of embarrassing photographs at the squad's hotel.
2016-11-16 19:04:05 Read More

Rooney apologises to Southgate over 'inappropriate' images

India to play Pakistan in Women's Asia T20: Sources

India has agreed to play against Pakistan in the women's Asia Twenty 20 Cup in Thailand, PCB sources have claimed.
2016-11-16 16:55:47 Read More

2nd Test: Gambhir's career all but over, spotlight on Rahul

The spotlight was firmly trained on fit-again opener K L Rahul as senior pro Gautam Gambhir on Wednesday cut a lonely figure during the Indian cricket team's practice session on the eve of the second Test against England.
2016-11-16 15:04:15 Read More

Indian badminton manager from Arunachal denied visa by China

Bamang Tago has been running from pillar to post after he was denied visa by the Chinese Embassy in New Delhi "on ground of Arunachal domiciles", a day after applying for the travel document on November 10.
2016-11-16 14:43:35 Read More

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ICC reviewing Faf du Plessis lolly footage at Hobart

Footage showing Faf du Plessis applying saliva to the ball with a lolly in his mouth is being reviewed by the ICC. A day after South Africa took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the Test series in Australia by winning in Hobart, the footage of Faf Du Plessis emerged.
2016-11-16 12:40:08 Read More

Gurbaj most expensive buy in HIL 2017 closed bid

Experienced midfielder Gurbaj Singh turned out to be the most sough-after player in the closed bid for Hockey India League 2017, fetching the most expensive buy tag. Gurbaj was bought by 2015 champions Ranchi Rays for a whopping $99,000.
2016-11-16 11:37:03 Read More

Vizag Test: Rahul is our No.1 choice opener, declares Kohli

With Rahul becoming an automatic choice, it seems to be curtains for senior pro Gambhir who made a Test comeback after more than two years.
2016-11-16 09:17:21 Read More

China Open: Saina loses on comeback; Sindhu advances

London Olympics bronze-medallist Saina, who had won the China Open title in 2014 and reached the finals last year, will next play at the Hong Kong Super Series next week.
2016-11-16 08:51:28 Read More

2nd Test: India seek to blunt England's psychological edge

England have showed that they are not here to be pushed over, and Alastair Cookâ€™s second-innings century was affirmation that he remains a dangerman.
2016-11-16 04:47:15 Read More

After Indian Open win, LPGA beckons Aditi

"After the Rio Olympics I played pretty much every other week and have had four consecutive top-10s. I knew my game was getting better with each week and I was putting myself into a position of winning. I managed to do that at the Indian Open," Aditi Ashok said.
2016-11-16 04:18:20 Read More

Not thinking of facing Saina: PV Sindhu

"I do not think much about that match. I have to first win two matches to face Saina. If that happens it will be just like any other match," PV Sindhu said.
2016-11-16 03:43:16 Read More

Not thinking of facing Saina: PV Sindhu

"I do not think much about that match. I have to first win two matches to face Saina. If that happens it will be just like any other match," PV Sindhu said.
2016-11-16 03:43:16 Read More

India vs England, 2nd Test: At Vizag, India have a field day

Three centuries put England on top, but the trend of dropped catches in the first innings started at the very top with skipper Alastair Cook, India's bugbear, reprieved off the third delivery of the match by Ajinkya Rahane.
2016-11-16 03:14:06 Read More

Factfile: ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Vizag

A lowdown on the venue for the second Test ODI between India and England from November 17.
2016-11-16 03:06:14 Read More

Virat Kohli's 50th Test: Five defining performances

The second India v England Test match starting Thursday in Visakhapatnam will be a little bit special for one player - Virat Kohli, in his 50th game. Here's a look back at his five best knocks in the format.
2016-11-16 02:32:48 Read More

Followed Ojha closely, learnt from Kartik at Surrey: Ansari

"First Pragyan Ojha, first four games in 2011. The way he bowls, his actions, I followed closely for a short period of time. Murali Kartik was similar. His approach, the way he spends time at the crease. I watched and tried to learn from him," Ansari said.
2016-11-15 14:25:51 Read More

India v England: India should win 3-1, says Allan Lamb

Former England skipper Allan Lamb, who represented the Three Lions in 79 Tests and 122 ODIs, believes Cook's side will not have it easy as the series heads to Visakhapatnam for the second game.
2016-11-15 12:46:44 Read More

Want Rahul in starting XI, that's why he is selected, says Kumble

Anil Kumble made it amply clear that opener KL Rahul would be making a comeback against England in the second Test. With Gautam Gambhir looking out of sync in the face of incisive swing bowling by England pacers in the first Test, the SOS call to Rahul was a giveaway that he was back in the fold.
2016-11-15 12:31:43 Read More

Kashmiri girl Tajamul Islam wins world kickboxing gold

Tajamul, who hails from Bandipora district in Jammu and Kashmir, participated in the World Kickboxing Championship which witnessed participation of ninety countries. In five days, Tajamul won six games grabbing eyeballs across the globe.
2016-11-15 11:54:01 Read More

KL Rahul in squad for 2nd India v England Test

Opening batsman KL Rahul has been included in the squad for the second India v England Test at to be played at ACA-VDCA stadium, Visakhapatnam from November 17, 2016.
2016-11-15 09:36:04 Read More

FIH boss Batra's main focus is to make hockey popular

The first non-European to head the International Hockey Federation, newly-elected FIH President Narinder Batra said his main focus would be on the 10-year Hockey Revolution strategy starting from 2019, which aims at making the sport more popular.
2016-11-15 08:15:45 Read More

INFOGRAPHIC: Virat Kohliâ€™s road to 50 Tests

The second India v England Test match starting Thursday in Visakhapatnam will be a little bit special for one player - Virat Kohli, for whom it will be his 50th game.
2016-11-15 05:19:37 Read More

On this day: Tendulkar makes Test debut for India

Tendulkar faced 24 balls during his stay in the middle earning himself two boundaries en route 15 runs. His stay was cut short when he was castled by another debutant who later went on to become a legend of the game â€“ Waqar Younis.
2016-11-15 04:42:33 Read More

Empower third umpire to make DRS effective: Tendulkar

The maestro feels that that instead of players asking for a referral, it is the third umpire who should be telling the on field umpire to overturn any decision made by the latter.
2016-11-15 03:38:55 Read More

Vizag Test: Should Saqlain factor worry India?

Indian spinners' struggle to pick wickets in the series opener has triggered speculation that the port city, hosting its maiden Test, may dish out a rank turner.
2016-11-15 03:14:34 Read More

Kyle Abbott fires South Africa to series win

Replacement paceman Kyle Abbott took 6-77 as South Africa completed an innings and 80-run humiliation of Australia in Hobart on Tuesday to seal the three-match series with a game to spare.
2016-11-15 02:49:26 Read More

Introduction of DRS in India is a positive step: Tendulkar

Terming the introduction of DRS in a bilateral series in India a "positive step", Sachin Tendulkar said the BCCI can adopt it on permanent basis if they are convinced with the modified review system and called for the technology to be standardised across the world.
2016-11-14 17:02:13 Read More

Nishikori routs Wawrinka to avenge US Open woe

Kei Nishikori avenged his painful US Open loss to Stan Wawrinka as the Japanese star routed the world number three 6-2, 6-3 in his opening match at the ATP Tour Finals on Monday.
2016-11-14 16:01:50 Read More

Is KL Rahul in scheme of things for Vizag Test?

Fit-again KL Rahul could get the nod for the second Test starting in Visakhapatnam on Thursday if he is able to convince the selectors with his match fitness.
2016-11-14 15:50:54 Read More

Javelin to hurling red cherry: Story of 'Chota Babloo' Lalit

He was a state level javelin thrower, decent shuttler but Vidarbha lad Lalit Yadav, 20 found his true calling in cricket after he saw the illustrious senior Yadav - Umesh - rattle the batsmen with sheer pace. The youngster then knew that he has to be like Umesh and seriously took up cricket.
2016-11-14 15:17:20 Read More

Won't leave much grass on pitch for 2nd Test: Curator

With spotlight firmly on the pitch, BCCI curator Kasturi Sriram said that unlike Rajkot wicket, the 22-yard strip to be provided for the second Test against England "won't have much grass" with turn on offer from second day onwards.
2016-11-14 11:31:03 Read More

Won't leave much grass on pitch for 2nd Test: Curator

Vijender to defend title against ex-world champ Cheka

Indian boxing star Vijender Singh will face the most accomplished opponent of his professional career when he defends his WBO Super Middleweight Asia Pacific title against former world and current intercontinental Champion Francis Cheka on December 17.
2016-11-14 11:01:23 Read More

New dad Cook's runs ease pain of being away

England skipper Alastair Cook said scoring his ninth Test century in Asia during the drawn first Test against India made the struggle of being away from his newborn baby "worthwhile".
2016-11-14 07:11:34 Read More

First Test: Rajkot green makes Kohli see red

â€œI was quite surprised to see that much grass on the wicket, to be honest,â€œ said the skipper, talking about the track that took its own time affording spin. â€œThat shouldn't have been the case,â€œ he added.
2016-11-14 03:47:54 Read More

Ronaldo scores twice, misses penalty in Portugal win

Cristiano Ronaldo converted one penalty, missed another and also scored from open play as Portugal beat Latvia 4-1 in their World Cup qualifier on Sunday.
2016-11-14 03:40:39 Read More

Virat, storm-chaser supreme, learns to weather out a draw

For those who have loved Kohli's daredevil chases over the last five years, his innings of 49 not out will have a special place. The Delhi boy, who loves to win, found a way to draw a game, and seemed to take immense pleasure from it.
2016-11-14 03:21:20 Read More

F1: Lewis Hamilton wins to take title showdown to final race

Lewis Hamilton survived carnage and relentless rain to send this year's world championship down to the wire in Abu Dhabi as he claimed a spectacular victory in Sunday's Brazilian Grand Prix.
2016-11-14 03:19:09 Read More

'Snow' joke as angry Novak Djokovic blasts media inquisition

It is not the first time that Djokovic, who has been in poor form for several months and recently lost the world number one ranking, has found himself in hot water for his frustrated on-court reactions.
2016-11-13 17:37:28 Read More

Delhi Dynamos rally to hold Atletico de Kolkata to 2-2 draw

In a super-charged second-half, Delhi Dynamos came from behind twice to hold Atletico de Kolkata to a 2-2 draw in the match no 38 of the Indian Super League at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Sunday evening.
2016-11-13 16:13:00 Read More

It was a fair declaration, says Alastair Cook

"We got into a position to try to force a result. Disappointing we didn't quite get over the line. Good Test and everyone should be proud with the way we played," said England captain Alastair Cook after the first Test.
2016-11-13 14:29:32 Read More

We know how to draw Test matches, says Virat Kohli

"Well, at least we know how to draw games now. Before that, some people obviously were skeptical about our side knowing how to draw games. We won games or we lost games," Virat Kohli said after the first Test.
2016-11-13 14:11:07 Read More

Virat Kohli slams fielding after drawn first Test

"Good opportunity to find out new things about your game. Couldn't get a better chance to practice other aspects of your game (towards the end). It is important play against momentum sometimes, it helps you become a better team," said Kohli.
2016-11-13 12:25:49 Read More

Virat Kohli slams fielding after drawn first Test

India v England, 1st Test: Talking points from day five

TOI Sports looks back at the key passages of play from day five of the Rajkot Test between India and England.
2016-11-13 12:02:59 Read More

1st Test: England make India toil hard for a draw

The result was a draw, but way too close than what was expected by and large. India finished with 172 for six in chase of 310 with Kohli unbeaten on 49.
2016-11-13 11:15:42 Read More

Aditi Ashok wins Indian Open title

Teen golfing sensation Aditi Ashok created history by winning the Indian open golf tournament and in the process she has also become the first Indian to clinch a Ladies European Tour event.
2016-11-13 09:23:04 Read More

Aditi Ashok scripts history, wins Women's Indian Open

Teen golf sensation Aditi Ashok scripted history on Sunday as she became the first Indian woman to win a Ladies European Tour title by clinching the Hero Women's Indian Open.
2016-11-13 09:23:04 Read More

India lose two in chase of 310

Chasing a target of 310 India meandered to 49 losing two wickets at tea, thus dispensing any hopes of a mad dash to the target.
2016-11-13 06:15:28 Read More

Pressure mounts on Australian cricket team in crisis

Critics ripped into the Australian cricket team on Sunday after yet another ignominious batting collapse in the second Test against South Africa in Hobart.
2016-11-13 05:37:07 Read More

Rajkot Test: Rashid's googlies pose a lot of questions

"Sometimes I might just want to bowl a couple of googlies in a row, sometimes I might want to hold it back a bit. It's about how I feel and feel if it's the right time to bowl and get a wicket. It's just about bowling my variations whenever I feel the batsman might not pick it," Adil Rashid says.
2016-11-13 04:18:25 Read More

Indian-origin teen Haseeb Hameed stars for England

Back in England, they weren't all yelling in the air when they labelled Haseeb Hameed the 'Young Geoffrey Boycott', or 'Baby Boycs' given his age and demeanour. He isn't quite Boycott, though. The 19-year-old is in a space of his own.
2016-11-13 03:21:08 Read More

I want to take hockey across the globe: Narinder Batra

"While China, India and USA drive the world's economy, we also need to accept that these are potential markets for sports and it's important to make the sport popular in these key markets," Batra said.
2016-11-12 14:26:27 Read More

All three results are still possible, says Adil Rashid

The first Test match meandered towards a draw after a solid century stand by the visiting team's openers - captain Alastair Cook and Haseeb Hameed - in their second innings on the fourth and penultimate day.
2016-11-12 13:55:41 Read More

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There's a lot of assistance for spinners now, says Vijay

"It's a pretty good wicket, (though it has) gone slower. There's a lot of assistance to the spinners now. Hopefully we can put some pressure in the morning session get some wickets and you never know," said Vijay after the fourth day's play at the SCA Stadium.
2016-11-12 13:41:41 Read More

Narinder Batra becomes first Indian president of FIH

Narinder Batra, who is the president of Hockey India, defeated David Balbirnie of Ireland and Australia's Ken Read to become the 12th president of the International Hockey Federation -- the first Asian to grab the post.
2016-11-12 12:14:11 Read More

India v England, 1st Test: Five talking points from day four

TOI Sports looks back at the key passages of play from day four of the Rajkot Test between India and England.
2016-11-12 11:58:03 Read More

Alviro Petersen charged with match-fixing by CSA

Alviro Petersen, 35, captain of Highveld Lions, has been charged with multiple breaches of CSA's anti-corruption code. The charges include "contriving to fix or otherwise improperly influence matches during the 2015 Ram Slam".
2016-11-12 11:30:09 Read More

Alviro Petersen charged with match-fixing by CSA

Sreejesh among FIH Goalkeeper of the Year nominations

There was no Indian in the 2016 Player of the Year nominations (both men and women) and in the 2016 Coach of the Year nominations (both men and women).
2016-11-12 06:24:29 Read More

England bowl out India for 488, take 49-run lead

England took a lead of 49, bundling out India to 488, but Ashwin, with his seventh Test fifty ensured that the game was evenly poised and primed for an interesting final session on day four.
2016-11-12 06:19:00 Read More

Advantage England after taking 163-run lead over India

England took a lead of 49, bowling out India for 488 in the 1st innings and went on to score 114 without any loss in their second essay, extending the overall lead over India to 163 at the close of play on Day 4.
2016-11-12 06:19:00 Read More

Harris Shield: Sachin's 14-a-side idea debuts

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar's innovative idea to play inter-school cricket with 14 players in a side, made its debut on the Mmbai maidans almost three years after the maestro had first mooted it.
2016-11-12 04:26:33 Read More

R'sthan U-19 team latest victim of BCCI-Lodha tussle

The Rajasthan girls Under-19 team landed in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, to participate in a weeklong tournament without a rupee of an allowance to spend for their personal needs.
2016-11-12 03:57:05 Read More

India vs England, 1st Test: Rajkot swings to Pujara-Vijay tune

"It means a lot to score a hundred here (in Rajkot) when the ground is making its Test debut. I have played a lot of domestic cricket here and I know these conditions well. I had scored a triple hundred here in a First-Class game," Pujara said.
2016-11-12 03:14:44 Read More

2nd Test: Australia skittled for 85 against South Africa

South Africa bowled Australia out for 85 after lunch on day one of the second Test in Hobart on Saturday, the hosts' lowest score at home against the Proteas.
2016-11-12 03:05:46 Read More

I'm still motivated to be world's best: Novak Djokovic

Since winning the French Open in June, to secure the one Grand Slam missing from his trophy cabinet, Djokovic has been mired in a puzzling slump that ended his 122-week reign on top of the world last weekend when Andy Murray climbed above him.
2016-11-11 17:22:09 Read More

Playing 'patience' at crease makes Murali Vijay successful

Murali Vijay was able to carve out a 301-ball 126 that yet again highlighted Vijay's ability to grind. The fact that he took more deliveries to reach his century than Pujara shows that the Tamil Nadu batsman has learnt the art of restraining himself despite having a superb array of shots.
2016-11-11 16:04:41 Read More

Late wickets have given England a lift, says Farbrace

The two wickets that England picked up at the fag end of the third day may not have given them an edge against India in the opening Test, but England's assistant coach Paul Farbrace said the dismissals have certainly has boosted their confidence.
2016-11-11 13:54:58 Read More

We can win if we bat well tomorrow: Cheteshwar Pujara

"The way I started playing shots, I expected that they will be on the defensive mode but when they have 537 runs on board the plan is very simple, first to reach that mark. And obviously we have a bright chance to win the game if we bat well tomorrow," said Pujara who scored an attacking 124.
2016-11-11 13:30:53 Read More

India v England, 1st Test: Five talking points from day three

TOI Sports looks back at the key passages of play from day three of the Rajkot Test between India and England.
2016-11-11 12:22:45 Read More

Pujara, Vijay take India to 162/1 at lunch

Murali Vijay and Cheteshwar Pujara combined for an unbeaten 94-run stand. India managed 99 runs in the session and when lunch was taken India (162 for one) were 375 runs adrift of Englandâ€™s first innings total of 537.
2016-11-11 06:15:06 Read More

England strike back after Pujara, Vijay hundreds

Murali Vijay (126) and Cheteshwar Pujara (124) put on 209 runs for the second wicket that helped the hosts to 319 for the loss of four wickets, 218 runs adrift of Englandâ€™s first innings total of 537. But England made a little comeback with two late strikes in the day.
2016-11-11 06:15:06 Read More

Now, Lodha panel plans to put BCCI's request to vote

BCCI is awaiting a reply from the Lodha committee on three points - appointing an auditor, deciding a threshold value for income and expenditure of BCCI and seeking an appointment with the panel.
2016-11-11 05:32:28 Read More

Saina needs to guard against expectations, says Vimal

Coach U Vimal Kumar said Saina would have to be wary of her first-round opponent in China, world No. 13 Porntip Buranaprasertsuk, despite enjoying a 9-1 win-loss record against the Thai.
2016-11-11 03:48:00 Read More

Rajkot Test: Perfect time for Gambhir to step up

India have good options where openers are concerned. If Gambhir has to retain his place in the team going forward, Friday will have to be his day to do the needful.
2016-11-11 03:03:37 Read More

Rajkot Test: Perfect time for Gambhir to step up

India have good options where openers are concerned. If Gambhir has to retain his place in the team going forward, Friday will have to be his day to do the needful.
2016-11-11 03:03:37 Read More

Half century for Neymar as Brazil crush Argentina

Neymar scored his 50th international goal as Brazil thrashed arch-rivals Argentina 3-0 in their 2018 World Cup qualifying duel on Thursday.
2016-11-11 02:52:35 Read More

Don't expect Ashwin to pick five wickets regularly: Ganguly

Not one to hold back, former skipper Sourav Ganguly said that pitches that India played against South Africa (2015) and Australia (2013) were absolute "minefields" (common terminology for underprepared tracks).
2016-11-10 15:10:09 Read More

Don't expect Ashwin to pick five wickets regularly: Ganguly

It's not Ashwin's responsibility to get wickets: Jadeja

Ravindra Jadeja on Thursday stood firmly behind under-fire spinner Ravichandran Ashwin stating that it's not the responsibility alone of the Tamil Nadu tweaker to get all the England wickets.
2016-11-10 13:16:43 Read More

Actual fun is when you bowl on challenging tracks: Harbhajan

Senior off-spinner Harbhajan Singh believes that the "actual fun is when one bowls on challenging tracks", which can't exactly be called rank turners.
2016-11-10 12:11:44 Read More

India v England, 1st Test: Five talking points from day two

India endured a second tough day in the field in Rajkot, with England batting their way to 537 on the back of hundreds to Joe Root, Moeen Ali and Ben Stokes which made it the first time since 2011 that England had three centurions in a Test innings.
2016-11-10 11:40:41 Read More

Virat takes the game away, Sachin was clinical: Gilchrist

"Virat is the 'next generation' player. As an opponent you may feel like he's offer you a chance, but that comes with a risk too. Sachin was so clinical. So often you felt like you just won't get him out, dislodge him," Gilchrist said.
2016-11-10 11:28:17 Read More

Stokes punishes India as England amass 537

Hundreds from Ali (117) and Ben Stokes (128) helped England amass 537 in their first innings and in reply, India got off to a good start with Gambhir (28*) and Vijay (25*) taking their team to 63/0 at close of play
2016-11-10 06:28:53 Read More

Rajkot Test: DRS debut and a catch that wasn't

Umesh Yadav got a lucky break as he accepted a return catch from Root in the 81st over. However, Yadav was not in complete control as he fumbled his celebration. But TV umpire Rod Tucker deemed Root out.
2016-11-10 04:40:09 Read More

This day, that year: SA return to international cricket

After almost 22 years of sporting isolation due to apartheid, South Africa played its first international match against India on November 10, 1991.
2016-11-10 03:38:46 Read More

Ind vs Eng: Sachin's net session in 2004 inspired Haseeb

"Haseeb was very excited and kept asking me about Sachin. I explained to him that he had seen the greatest batsman in the world, and then he said he wanted to become a batsman and play for England one day," recalled the proud father Ismail Hameed.
2016-11-10 03:23:45 Read More

Olympics has changed something inside me: Sindhu

Sindhu explained: "Life has changed a lot after the Games and now the responsibility are always high and everybody's eyes will be always on me so I think from now onwards I'll have to work harder then what I have been doing.
2016-11-09 16:24:36 Read More

ISL: Delhi Dynamos beat Chennaiyin 4-1 to regain top spot

Delhi Dynamos skipper Florent Malouda was in red-hot form as he struck twice to lead 4-1 thrashing of Chennaiyin FC in match number 34 of the Indian Super League 2016 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Wednesday.
2016-11-09 15:56:43 Read More

Blind cricketers have exceptional qualities: Rahul Dravid

"I am not good enough playing blind cricket. It is rather difficult proposition because I have never played the game as they play. They have exceptional qualities," Dravid told reporters on Wednesday.
2016-11-09 14:21:41 Read More

Positive footwork was the key, says centurion Joe Root

"I am just trying to be positive with my footwork. Get right forward, get right back with my feet at times and when it was available, use the sweep shot. Make it hard for them to settle into one line and length," said Root.
2016-11-09 13:27:54 Read More

Dropped catches let us down, says Sanjay Bangar

Cook was dropped on zero off the third ball of the series opener by Rahane at gully off Shami, while Hameed was grassed at first slip by Vijay off Yadav in the 10th over when the 19-year-old was on 13 in a team score of 24.
2016-11-09 13:05:54 Read More

PCB asks BCCI for clarity on resumption of cricket ties

"I met the BCCI President, Anurag Thakur on the sidelines of the ICC meeting in Cape Town and asked him whether India wanted to play with Pakistan or not," PCB's head of executive committee, Sethi, told the media in Lahore.
2016-11-09 12:47:21 Read More

PCB asks BCCI for clarity on resumption of cricket ties

India v England, 1st Test: Five day one talking points

TOI Sports looks back at the key passages of play from day one of the Rajkot Test between India and England.
2016-11-09 11:29:31 Read More

1st Test, Day 1: Root, Ali take England to 209/3 at tea

Joe Root (93*) was the fulcrum around which Englandâ€™s batting rotated after a stern resistance from the openers and in company of Moeen Ali (48*), Root put on 107 runs for the third wicket to help England to 209/3 at tea.
2016-11-09 08:47:55 Read More

Day 1 Report: Joe Root, Moeen Ali make India toil

Joe Root (124) was the fulcrum around which Englandâ€™s batting rotated after a stern resistance from the openers and in company of Moeen Ali (99*), Root put on 179 runs for the third wicket to help England to 311/4 at stumps.
2016-11-09 08:47:55 Read More

Narinder Batra's focus on hockey's reach & revenue

HI boss says he is for opportunities to explore better fan and sponsor engagement
2016-11-09 06:52:19 Read More

Only a 10-day gap between IPL and Champions Trophy?

The BCCI is now mulling to keep at least 10 days gap between the IPL and the 2017 Champions Trophy in England.
2016-11-09 06:20:07 Read More

Selectors want Dhoni to continue till 2019 World Cup

Sources said selectors don't want to change the current hierarchy of the ODI team and would be quite happy if Dhoni continues to play for India till the 2019 World Cup.
2016-11-09 04:09:34 Read More

Live score: India vs England, 1st Test, Day 1

Follow all the live action from the opening day of the first Test between India and England being played at Rajkot
2016-11-09 03:50:28 Read More

Live updates: India v England, 1st Test

Get all the latest updates of the first Test between India and England at Rajkot.
2016-11-09 02:46:44 Read More

Official record to Pant, as 42-ball 100 goes missing in history books

The record for the fastest hundred in domestic first-class cricket still belongs to Shakti Singh of Himachal Pradesh and only lack of official scorers during the 1990-91 Ranji Trophy match between Himachal Pradesh and Haryana has robbed the fast bowler from Mandi off the official record.
2016-11-08 15:47:50 Read More

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IPL 10 may start from April 5, auctions on February 4: Shukla

The 10th edition of IPL may begin from April 5 next year, less than a week after the Test series against Australia ends on March 29. One of Lodha Panel's directives to the BCCI was to keep a 15-day gap between the IPL and an international series.
2016-11-08 14:50:30 Read More

IPL 10 may start from April 5, auctions on February 4: Shukla

IPL 10 players' auction to be held in Bengaluru next month

The Indian Premier League players' auction for season 10, which will be the final edition under the existing 10-year contract, will be held in Bengaluru next month.
2016-11-08 13:20:55 Read More

Vijender to defend WBO Asia Pacific title on December 17

Indian boxing star Vijender Singh will defend his WBO Asia Pacific super middleweight title on December 17 on home turf but the opponent for the clash will be decided later. The fight night will also see top Indian boxers, including Akhil Kumar and Jitender Kumar, make their pro-boxing debut.
2016-11-08 12:13:06 Read More

SC allows BCCI to spend Rs 58.66 lakh for England Test

The Supreme Court on Tuesday asked the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to spend upto Rs 58.66 lakh for the conduct of the first Test match between India and England starting at Rajkot on Wednesday.
2016-11-08 11:31:00 Read More

Cook praises Ashwin, compares him to ex-teammate Swann

England captain Alastair Cook has heaped high praise on Ravichandran Ashwin, saying India's premier off-spinner has become a world-class bowler and compared his rapid rise to that of Graeme Swann.
2016-11-08 11:09:44 Read More

Djokovic congratulates Murray for becoming World No. 1

Serbian Novak Djokovic has congratulated his successor Andy Murray after the Scotsman dethroned him as the World No.1 men's tennis player.
2016-11-08 10:50:28 Read More

DRS is no rocket science, says skipper Virat Kohli

The Indian cricket team is not losing sleep over the introduction of the Decision Review System (DRS) in the five-Test series against England commencing here Wednesday with captain Virat Kohli saying the referral process is not rocket science.
2016-11-08 09:11:30 Read More

India v England, 1st Test: Wary England face tough Rajkot opener

R Ashwin would be relishing chops the prospect of a vulnerable batting line-up and if the Bangladesh series is anything to go by, England will be in for a tough time.
2016-11-08 08:47:49 Read More

Rajkot Test under threat, BCCI moves SC for disbursal of funds

The BCCI is all set to head to the Supreme Court on Tuesday to seek directions on a flurry of issues, the most important of which is the disbursal of funds required for conducting the India-England series starting Wednesday.
2016-11-08 05:35:37 Read More

Marin, Sindhu and Saina top draw at PBL auction

In what could turn out to be a big blow to the second edition of the Premier Badminton League (PBL), top players including the likes of Lee Chong Wei will be missing from action.
2016-11-08 05:01:33 Read More

Hardik is an excellent allrounder: VVS Laxman

Laxman and Kapil Dev feel England will struggle due to their weak spin attack.
2016-11-08 03:42:21 Read More

Hardik is an excellent allrounder: VVS Laxman

Laxman and Kapil Dev feel England will struggle due to their weak spin attack.
2016-11-08 03:42:21 Read More

A first for Rajkot, a first for the Pujaras as well

Coach, father and mentor Arvind will finally get to watch son Cheteshwar live in a Test match.
2016-11-08 03:11:06 Read More

Alastair Cook hints he's nearing end as England captain

Cook is set to break Michael Atherton's record of 54 Tests as England captain when he leads the tourists in the first of five-match series against India in Rajkot on Wednesday.
2016-11-08 02:57:29 Read More

India v England: Head-to-head battles

Ahead of the start of the five-Test series between India and England on Wednesday, here's a look at some of the interesting battles among individuals from both sides which could prove decisive in the overall picture.
2016-11-08 02:19:01 Read More

Murray handed tough draw in bid to end year number one

Andy Murray's route to securing the year-end world number ranking looks fraught with danger after the top seed was grouped with Stan Wawrinka, Kei Nishikori and Marin Cilic for next week's ATP World Tour Finals in London.
2016-11-07 17:23:24 Read More

Not my last contract with Real, says Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo's new five-year contract with Real Madrid which ties him to the Spanish club until the age of 36 will not be his last, he said on Monday.
2016-11-07 15:21:03 Read More

Hardik can open with Shami: Laxman

Former India star batsman VVS Laxman prefers all-rounder Hardik Pandya over Karun Nair in the playing XI for the first Test match against England, considering his all-round skill sets.
2016-11-07 14:43:49 Read More

HC restores Mudgal-appointed selectors sacked by DDCA

Delhi High Court today lashed out at the DDCA for "crossing its limit" and undermining the authority of Justice Mukul Mudgal by sacking the selectors appointed by him and said the cricket body's move "attracts contempt of court".
2016-11-07 14:34:13 Read More

England â€˜massive underdogsâ€™ against India: Broad

England pacer Stuart Broad, who is set to complete the milestone of 100 Tests, said England are going into the five-Test rubber against India as huge underdogs.
2016-11-07 12:44:10 Read More

Virat Kohli is a complete team man: Rahane

Team Indiaâ€™s middle-order batsman Ajinkya Rahane said the team is enjoying playing under Virat Kohli, who was externally more aggressive than his predecessor Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
2016-11-07 12:27:15 Read More

Perth Test: South Africa beat Australia by 177 runs

Australia's batsmen were unable to cope with Rabada's pace and swing as the 21-year-old took his fourth five-wicket haul in his ninth test, making light of the absence of South Africa's injured pace spearhead Dale Steyn.
2016-11-07 08:11:32 Read More

Infographic: Records since India last hosted 5-Test series

From Sachin Tendulkar making his debut to India playing their 500th Test, a lot of incredible things happened since the country last hosted a team for a five-Test series in 1987.
2016-11-07 06:16:23 Read More

AFC suspends 4 Laos players for suspected match-fixing

Saynakhonevieng Phommapanya, Chintana Souksavath, Moukda Souksavath and Phatthana Syvilay played in Lao's first match of the AFC Solidarity Cup in Malaysia on Thursday, a 2-1 win over Sri Lanka.
2016-11-07 04:57:04 Read More

Messi inspires Barca comeback, Bale keeps Real top

Lionel Messi scored his 500th goal for Barcelona as the Catalan club won a thriller against Sevilla.
2016-11-07 03:41:57 Read More

Rajkot Test: Toss-up between Pandya and Nair?

Kumble hints one of the two may debut in Rajkot; India to target Cook and Root.
2016-11-07 03:24:28 Read More

Stuart Broadâ€™s 100th Test - Ten of his best

Ahead of Stuart Broadâ€™s 100th Test, hereâ€™s a look at ten defining performances.
2016-11-07 03:14:44 Read More

Stuart Broadâ€™s 100th Test - Ten of his best

Ahead of Stuart Broadâ€™s 100th Test, hereâ€™s a look at ten defining performances.
2016-11-07 03:14:44 Read More

Rajkot fact-file - Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium

The Test series between India and England gets underway at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Khandheri just outside Rajkot from November 9. It will be the first Test match to be played at the venue
2016-11-07 02:55:55 Read More

Delhi smog: Two Ranji Trophy matches cancelled due to air pollution

It's a first of its kind in Ranji Trophy where a match has been cancelled in its entirety due to prevailing pollution level in the national capital. In fact, the uniqueness of the situation is the reason why BCCI is expected to reschedule the game.
2016-11-06 15:14:49 Read More

Ashwin's strength is his cricketing brain: Monty Panesar

Assessing the visitors' chances in the five-match Tests, Monty said, "It all (depends) on how the spinners bowl. The key batsmen (for me) are Cook and (Joe) Root, and I feel the England's fast bowlers have an upper hand over the Indian fast bowlers."
2016-11-06 14:34:59 Read More

Justice Mudgal may move HC against DDCA selectors removal

Justice Mukul Mudgal, who was appointed observer to oversee the functioning of DDCA, is likely to move Delhi HC against the cricketing body's decision to sack those selectors appointed by a panel set up by him. Justice Mudgal said he intended to bring to court's attention the steps taken by the DDCA
2016-11-06 13:41:37 Read More

Justice Mudgal may move HC against DDCA selectors removal

Domestic match must for comeback post injury: Kumble

With Rohit Sharma (quadriceps), KL Rahul (hamstring), Shikhar Dhawan (thumb fracture) and Bhuvneshwar Kumar (back) in the injured list, Kumble feels that "communication with players is key" as one can understand their eagerness to comeback.
2016-11-06 12:36:42 Read More

Domestic match must for comeback post injury: Kumble

Coach Anil Kumble has laid down a "protocol" that a player recuperating from injury needs to play "domestic cricket" in order to be considered for a comeback in the national team. In the past, there have been instances of player breakdown in their bid to make a quick comeback post serious injuries.
2016-11-06 12:36:42 Read More

Ranji Trophy: Bengal-Gujarat match cancelled due to smog

It's a first of its kind in Ranji Trophy where a match has been cancelled in its entirety due to prevailing pollution level in the national capital. The severity of air pollution and dense smog led to the cancellation of the encounter between Bengal and Gujarat at the Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium.
2016-11-06 11:38:22 Read More

Kumble backs both Pandya and Nair ahead of first Test

Anil Kumble is facing a selection conundrum as he needs to choose either "fifth bowler" Hardik Pandya or "sixth batsman" Karun Nair for the series-opener against England but India's chief coach did not reveal much on his preference, praising talent of both the players.
2016-11-06 11:13:04 Read More

Rugby: Ireland claim first win over NZ in 111 years

Ireland ended a century-long losing streak to claim a historic first-ever win over New Zealand, sending the All Blacks spinning to a 40-29 defeat with a scintillating display.
2016-11-06 07:45:17 Read More

Pacquiao beats Vargas to reclaim WBO title

Filipino star Manny Pacquiao reclaimed the World Boxing Organization welterweight title for the third time with a unanimous decision victory over former champion Jesse Vargas in his comeback fight on Saturday.
2016-11-06 05:24:14 Read More

Pacquiao beats Vargas to reclaim WBO title

The 37-year-old Pacquiao, who announced his retirement seven months ago after beating Timothy Bradley, knocked Vargas down in the second round en route to a decisive victory at the Thomas & Mack Center. Pacquiao, 59-6 with two drawn and 38 knockouts, showed he still has a lot left in the tank.
2016-11-06 05:24:14 Read More

DRS makes India debut but debate still rages

India will become the last Test nation to embrace cricket's Decision Review System (DRS) this week, ending their resistance to on-field technology at a time of growing debate about its impact on the game.
2016-11-06 03:43:40 Read More

Manohar writes to Lodha panel, contradicts Thakur

It is learnt that Manohar has contradicted BCCI president's stand before the SC. If this is proved, then both Anurag Thakur and Ratnakar Shetty, would face heat from the SC bench headed by Chief Justice T S Thakur.
2016-11-06 03:37:31 Read More

EPL: Five-star Chelsea destroy Everton to go top

Chelsea went top of the Premier League after a brilliant 5-0 win over Everton on Saturday gave them the biggest victory of Antonio Conte's managerial tenure so far.
2016-11-06 02:54:46 Read More

BCCI to Lodha panel: Canâ€™t go for reforms

Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) virtually told Justice Lodha Committee on Saturday that it would not be able to implement Supreme Court- directed reforms in cricket administration because of the resistance from state cricket bodies.
2016-11-06 00:36:16 Read More

AFC Cup final: Bengaluru FC suffer 0-1 defeat to Iraqi club

I-League champions Bengaluru had already become the first Indian club to qualify for the final of the AFC Cup and were chasing for a bigger glory and unprecedented continental title, but in the end were beaten by a superior side.
2016-11-05 18:39:35 Read More

BCCI v Lodha Panel: Thakur, Shirke file affidavits

The president and the secretary of the BCCI submitted their respective affidavits in the Supreme Court of India as directed in Oct 21 order, telling the court that the members of the Board have rejected the memorandum of association as proposed by the Lodha Committee.
2016-11-05 15:40:50 Read More

Murray is new World No. 1 after Raonic pulls out

Briton Andy Murray will take over from Novak Djokovic as world number one when the rankings are updated on Monday after his Paris Masters semi-final opponent Milos Raonic withdrew with a leg injury on Saturday.
2016-11-05 14:46:52 Read More

BCCI should implement 85% of Lodha reforms: Shastri

"80 to 85 percent of Lodha Committee recommendations should be implemented, but problems can arise over remaining 15 percent recommendations due to practicalities," former India team director Ravi Shastri said.
2016-11-05 13:37:42 Read More

Rafael Nadal ready to die to win another Grand Slam

Rafael Nadal's tough year wasn't just on the court but off it too as former French Sports Minister Roselyne Bachelot made an unproven allegation the Spaniard had covered up a failed drugs test in 2012.
2016-11-05 13:12:41 Read More

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India beat China to win Women's Asian Champions Trophy

Ace striker Deepika scored the winner in the dying minutes as India registered a sensational 2-1 victory over China in the final to win the 4th Women's Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament in Singapore on Saturday.
2016-11-05 12:57:29 Read More

Tendulkar wishes 'shararati' Kohli on 28th birthday

Among the billion wishes that stormed the social networking site, former Indian skipper Sachin Tendulkar wrote, "Happy Birthday @imVkohli! To the most (shararati guy) in our team, stay the way you are always!"
2016-11-05 11:26:05 Read More

Tendulkar wishes 'shararati' Kohli on 28th birthday

Watch: Women's ACT final live - India vs China

India women hockey team face China in the summit clash of the 2016 Women's Asian Champions Trophy in Singapore on Saturday.
2016-11-05 10:09:39 Read More

We are underdogs but up for India challenge: Cook

He has no qualms in conceding that England will be underdogs in the upcoming Test series against India but captain Alastair Cook feels that status itself will take the pressure off his side and make it more competitive in the five-match rubber.
2016-11-05 09:33:27 Read More

AFC Cup Final: Bengaluru FC v Iraq Air Force Club

Having already created history by becoming the first Indian club to qualify for the AFC Cup final, Bengaluru FC is now aiming to clinch a continental title when they lock horns with Air Force Club of Iraq in the summit clash today.
2016-11-05 05:52:19 Read More

AFC Cup Final: Bengaluru FC v Iraq Air Force Club

Infographic: Happy Birthday Virat Kohli

In a short span, Virat Kohli has already etched his name among the cricketing legends. His name has become synonymous with records.
2016-11-05 05:28:54 Read More

Not the end of my career: Rohit Sharma

â€‹Rohit suffered an injury while batting in the last ODI of the five-match series against New Zealand at Vizag. He was on 46 when he picked up the injury while diving into the crease to avoid getting run-out. Rohit continued to bat as rules don't allow a runner any more.
2016-11-05 05:02:55 Read More

India v Eng: Series on, but is BCCI playing spoilsport?

GS Walia, PCA secretary of the PCA which is scheduled to host the third Test of the series, said a letter had been sent to BCCI about the association's lack of ability to host the game if "earlier (financial) arrangements" were not followed.
2016-11-05 04:41:36 Read More

India v England Tests: DRS is back, albeit conditionally

The India v England series will be only the second Test series that India will play using the controversial technology in its full form.
2016-11-05 02:50:02 Read More

Djokovic out of Paris, Murray two wins from number one

Marin Cilic dumped a struggling Novak Djokovic out of the Paris Masters quarter-finals on Friday to pave the way for Andy Murray to become the new world number one. Cilic had lost all 14 previous meetings with Djokovic.
2016-11-04 17:55:33 Read More

ISL: Delhi go top of the table with 2-0 win over Kerala

Second-half goals from Kean Lewis and Marcelinho helped Delhi Dynamos beat Kerala Blasters 2-0 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in match 30 of the Indian Super League on Friday. With this win, Delhi went top of the table with 13 points.
2016-11-04 15:46:24 Read More

India lose to China, play against same opponents in final

The win put China on top of the table with nine points, pushing India to second spot with seven points, followed by Japan, Korea and Malaysia. The two sides again face each other in the summit clash on Saturday.
2016-11-04 15:16:39 Read More

Adaptability is Carlsen's main strength: Viswanathan Anand

The last few years have seen the steady rise of Magnus Carlsen. After snatching the World champion's crown from Viswanathan Anand in 2013, Carlsen retained it by getting the better of the five-time world champ once again a year later.
2016-11-04 13:34:23 Read More

There should be no turning back for Indian football: Chhetri

The talismanic Sunil Chhetri said there should be "no turning back" for Indian football, which found unbridled joy in Bengaluru FC's rare achievement, and urged the country to keep backing his club as it seeks to script yet another piece of history in the AFC Cup final.
2016-11-04 12:55:00 Read More

I can't be successful bowling yorkers only: Jasprit Bumrah

"You cannot be successful by just bowling yorkers. Nobody can bowl six out of six yorkers. So you have to mix your pace. You have to bowl bouncers, mix up the pace. In practice, I don't only bowl yorker," Bumrah said.
2016-11-04 12:00:13 Read More

After England, Rohit Sharma may miss Australia series as well

Rohit had sustained the injury on October 29 and if the treatment requires a surgery, it will rule him out for 10-12 weeks, which means he will not be able to make a comeback in the series against Australia.
2016-11-04 11:45:53 Read More

England have first full net session on India tour

The marathon training and net practice session at the Brabourne Stadium lasted for close to four hours with all the 16 members of the squad taking part in it even though the session was "an optional" one.
2016-11-04 11:12:34 Read More

England have first full net session on India tour

Tennis brings new challenges every year, says Sania

Sania Mirza had a dazzling 2016, winning eight tournaments, including a Grand Slam. In an exclusive interview with TOI the glamourous Hyderabadi talks about the year that was, the tears and treats.
2016-11-04 11:01:29 Read More

IPL 2017 in danger, we can't even pay Rajasthan: Shirke

Shirke categorically said that the BCCI cannot pay the Rajasthan cricketers as the members of the Board aren't agreeing to comply with the Lodha Committee recommendations. He added that due to the recommendations, IPL 2017 is also in danger of not starting on time.
2016-11-04 04:09:52 Read More

India v England: 29 years later, a five-Test series in India

The last time India hosted a five-Test series was in 1987, when Pakistan toured and won the contest 1-0 after a riveting final match in Bangalore in what was Sunil Gavaskarâ€™s last Test appearance.
2016-11-04 03:57:18 Read More

BCCI to ECB: Please pay for your tour expenses

The BCCI has told the English cricket board that due to curbs on its funds, it will be unable to pay for the England team's hotel stay and travel till it gets Lodha panel nod.
2016-11-04 03:29:16 Read More

England in India: A brief Test history, Part 3

A look at bilateral series between India and England, on Indian soil, between 1993 and 2012, the last of which was won 2-1 by England for their first series win in India in 28 years.
2016-11-04 03:21:00 Read More

'If England series is in jeopardy, it's due to BCCI'

BCCI has written to its English counterpart that it won't be able to pay for the stay and travel of the England team due to curbs put in place by the Supreme Court. But a source close to the Lodha panel said BCCI was to blame as it hadn't filed a compliance report in the SC.
2016-11-04 03:02:47 Read More

No malicious intent in Phillip Hughes' death: Coroner

Hughes died from bleeding on the brain in November 2014 after being hit on the neck by a rising ball from Sean Abbott while batting in a domestic match at the Sydney Cricket Ground. His death stunned Australia and the world cricket community, sparking an outpouring of grief.
2016-11-04 02:58:30 Read More

ODI tickets worth Rs 52.36 lakh went unsold, claims CK Khanna

"Tickets worth Rupees 52,36,000 were unsold. Why all the tickets were not sold-out? DDCA started online ticket sale quite late that too without proper advertisement," Khanna claimed in a media release.
2016-11-03 16:25:58 Read More

ODI tickets worth Rs 52.36 lakh went unsold, claims CK Khanna

Thakur, Shirke putting England tour in jeopardy: Lodha source

The source made it clear that the England Test series will be in a limbo if BCCI president Anurag Thakur and secretary Ajay Shirke don't file their compliance report and appear in person before the panel.
2016-11-03 16:06:18 Read More

Rahul Dravid has made me mentally stronger: Pandya

"I can't but thank Rahul Dravid enough for his contribution. I understood that there is a mental aspect about the game that needs to be worked upon. He (Dravid) made me mentally stronger," Hardik Pandya has said.
2016-11-03 12:25:33 Read More

Rahul Dravid has made me mentally stronger: Pandya

Kumble's support for DRS was instrumental: ICC GM Allardice

Kumble, in his capacity as chairman of ICC's Cricket Committee, had gone to MIT where the engineers worked on the upgraded technology of DRS, which largely helped him convince BCCI to come on board for the England series.
2016-11-03 11:15:38 Read More

Bitburger Open: Verma brothers advance to pre-quarters

Sourabh sailed into the third round after his Chinese opponent Xue Song, seeded 14th, retired when he was trailing 9-16 in the opening game. The Chinese Taipei Open winner will next take on sixth seed Ihsan Maulana Mustofa of Indonesia.
2016-11-03 10:05:04 Read More

"Watch out for Ashwin," Pietersen warns England

During England's previous tour of India in 2012, Ashwin had managed just 14 wickets in four Tests. But he has improved remarkably since then. At home, Ashwin has been in red-hot touch, picking up 153 wickets in 22 Tests.
2016-11-03 06:27:26 Read More

Can Virat Kohli bury the ghost of England 2014?

Kohli endured one of the rare failures in Test cricket during India's tour of England during the summer of 2014. As India lost the series 1-3, Kohli scored 134 runs in 10 innings with an average of 13.40, statistically India's worst.
2016-11-03 04:41:32 Read More

Wasn't expecting Test call: Hardik Pandya

"There is no cricketer, at any level, who doesn't dream of representing India in the whites. I'm no different. I have immense respect for all the formats that I've played in, but this so special. Wasn't really expecting this," â€‹Hardik Pandya said.
2016-11-03 04:19:42 Read More

Wasn't expecting Test call: Hardik Pandya

This day, that year: Virender Sehwagâ€™s smashing Test debut

On November 3, 2001 a batsman not widely viewed as Test-match ready smacked South Africa around Bloemfontein on debut.
2016-11-03 03:55:26 Read More

England in India: A brief Test history, Part 2

A look at bilateral series between India and England, on Indian soil, between 1976-77 to 1984-85.
2016-11-03 02:47:45 Read More

Ganguly expects another whitewash against England

Former skipper Sourav Ganguly on Wednesday cautioned England from getting whitewashed in the upcoming five-match Test series, starting November 9 at Rajkot, when they face an in-form Indian side.
2016-11-02 17:22:51 Read More

Kiran Moreâ€™s prediction about Pandya comes true

Former chairman of the senior selection committee Kiran More hit the right note when he had told TOI how Hardik Pandya could be groomed at home for Test matches outside of the subcontinent.
2016-11-02 16:09:39 Read More

England's struggle will continue in India: Hoggard

Former England pacer Matthew Hoggard, who featured in 67 Tests for the country and was part of the 2005 Ashes winning side, chatted with TOI on what it takes to succeed on Indian wickets, on the role spin consultant Saqlain Mushtaq could play and more.
2016-11-02 15:32:51 Read More

Maybe it is the end of my career: Saina Nehwal

Ace Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal who is on a comeback trail after undergoing a knee surgery has set her eyes for a return at the China Super Series Premier November 15, but the 26-year-old feels that her badminton career may be coming to an end.
2016-11-02 13:21:34 Read More

Rohit Sharma facing two-month injury layoff

India batsman Rohit Sharma has been effectively ruled out of the upcoming England Test series following an injury he sustained during the recently concluded New Zealand ODI series.
2016-11-02 08:57:04 Read More

Rohit Sharma faces two-month injury layoff

Hardik Pandya: From T20s to Test cricket in 10 months

In less than 10 months time, Pandya has been named in India's Test set-up as a replacement for the injured Rohit Sharma, one of the rare instances that a cricketer from the country has been named in all three formats inside one year.
2016-11-02 08:48:10 Read More

Pandya handed maiden Test call-up, Gambhir retained for Eng series

The BCCI selectors sprung a surprise by including the uncapped all-rounder Hardik Pandya in India's 15-man squad for the first two Tests of the five-match series against England staring November 9 in Rajkot.
2016-11-02 08:09:00 Read More

We won't be completely dependent on Chhetri: Roca

Bengaluru FC coach Albert Roca on Wednesday sought to remove the perception that the team is over-reliant on talismanic skipper Sunil Chhetri.
2016-11-02 06:53:49 Read More

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England in India: A brief Test history, Part 1

Days before the first of the five-Test series against England underway at Rajkot, here's a look at Englandâ€™s Test tours to India, from 1933-34 to 1972-73.
2016-11-02 03:24:09 Read More

Guardiola cheer as Manchester City floor old club Barcelona

Coach Pep Guardiola was left thrilled after Manchester City revived their Champions League bid by beating his old club Barcelona 3-1 in a gloriously open Group C encounter at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday.
2016-11-02 02:39:48 Read More

Replace Dhoni as ODI skipper at your own peril: Kirsten

India could be making a huge mistake by removing MS Dhoni from ODI captaincy, feels former World Cup winning coach Gary Kirsten.
2016-11-01 13:59:48 Read More

Indian eves beat Malaysia 2-0 in Asian Champions Trophy

Indian eves continued their impressive performance by registering an emphatic 2-0 victory over Malaysia in their third pool match of the 4th Women's Asian Champions Trophy on Tuesday.
2016-11-01 13:06:23 Read More

Hockey coach Oltmans set to get extension till 2020 Games

With the Indian men's hockey team delivering some fine results under his tutelage, Roelant Oltmans' contract as chief coach is set to be extended till the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
2016-11-01 12:54:29 Read More

World Cup top-scorer Miroslav Klose ends playing career

Miroslav Klose netted his 16th goal in World Cup finals during the 7-1 semi-final thrashing of hosts Brazil two years ago, which saw him overtake former Selecao star Ronaldo.
2016-11-01 11:48:49 Read More

No Indian club has better record than Bengaluru FC: Chhetri

Bengaluru FC captain Sunil Chhetri feels no Indian football club has a three-year history like them and that in itself does all the talking about the giant strides taken by the southern outfit.
2016-11-01 10:38:31 Read More

We shut ourselves off emotionally before playing Pak: Sreejesh

Speaking to TOI Sports after arriving in India from Malaysia, PR Sreejesh opened up on a range of topics regarding a talented Indian team.
2016-11-01 09:02:12 Read More

Indian squad for England Tests to be picked Wednesday

Although India trounced New Zealand 3-0 in the previous Test rubber, the selection panel, headed by MSK Prasad, will have quite a few things to consider before naming the team for what would be a five-match affair.
2016-11-01 07:53:28 Read More

I feel important at Manchester United: Juan Mata

Midfielder Juan Mata says he "feels important" at Manchester United only months after reports suggested his career at Old Trafford was over following the arrival of manager Jose Mourinho in the summer.
2016-11-01 04:22:30 Read More

I feel important at Manchester United: Juan Mata

Palpreet Singh Brar is second Indian in NBA league

The 6-feet-9-inch Palpreet became the second Indian - after Satnam Singh - to walk into the worldâ€™s best basketball league. He made the NBAâ€™s minor league - the D-League - when he was picked by Long Island Nets.
2016-11-01 03:12:57 Read More

Rupinder credits team's unity for title triumph

While the win was hailed as a perfect Diwali gift to the nation by many, the 26-year-old from Punjab believes it is testimony of the team's unity and ability to back each other.
2016-11-01 03:01:12 Read More

We now want to be best in the world: Sreejesh

Sreejesh feels that India could have done better than a quarterfinal appearance in Rio Olympics, but still reckons that the Asian Games gold medal in 2014 and the victory in Malaysia now has made them the best team of Asia.
2016-11-01 02:40:17 Read More

Former hockey stars laud India's ACT title win

Former national hockey team stars on Monday lauded the Indian team for winning the Asian Champions Trophy (ACT), defeating their arch-rivals in the sport Pakistan in final.
2016-10-31 14:21:52 Read More

England's spinner issues mounting ahead of India Test series

England demonstrated in the drawn Test series in Bangladesh that its batsmen struggle against spin in the subcontinent and its bowling department lacks a top-class slow bowler.
2016-10-31 14:12:49 Read More

When one raises his game, juniors get inspired: Mishra

Mishra, who bagged 18 wickets in the recently concluded five-match ODI series against New Zealand is happy that he can share his knowledge in international cricket with newcomers like Jayant Yadav and Axar Patel.
2016-10-31 14:06:00 Read More

Team India, Ashwin continue to lead ICC Test charts

There was no change at the top of ICC Test rankings for teams and bowlers as India and its premier off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin held on to their numero uno spots respectively.
2016-10-31 12:55:08 Read More

Team India, Ashwin continue to lead ICC Test charts

Ex-Australia spinner Hogg reveals he considered suicide

After seven Tests and being a key part of Australia's 2003 and 2007 winning World Cups, Hogg said he had no other option than to initially retire from all forms of cricket in 2007-08 in a bid to save his marriage to former wife Andrea.
2016-10-31 09:21:28 Read More

Bangladesh blues just the start for England, India awaits

If England's struggles in Bangladesh are anything to go by, they could be in for an even rougher ride in India over the next couple of months when they take on the world's number one side in a five-match series in similar spin-friendly conditions.
2016-10-31 08:06:38 Read More

This day, that year: Chetan Sharma's World Cup hat-trick

Twenty-eight years to the day, Chetan Sharma took the first World Cup hat-trick against New Zealand at Nagpur.
2016-10-31 07:04:28 Read More

ISL: Delhi Dynamos humble FC Goa

Zico's gamble of fielding an untested back-three with three leading international defenders on the bench backfired spectacularly as Delhi Dynamos handed FC Goa their third successive defeat at home when they coasted to a 2-0 win at the Nehru Stadium in Fatorda on Sunday.
2016-10-31 04:05:17 Read More

Costa sparkles as Chelsea down Southampton

Inflicting Southampton's first home league defeat since February gave Chelsea four league wins in a row for the first time since April 2015, when they were on the verge of lifting the title under Jose Mourinho.
2016-10-31 03:27:14 Read More

Have to win bigger events: Oltmans after Pak win

Chief hockey coach Roelant Oltmans heaped praise on his boys and set his sights on bigger global titles after India reclaimed the Asian Champions Trophy by defeating arch-rivals Pakistan in an exciting final on Sunday.
2016-10-31 03:04:09 Read More

Will MS Dhoni go on to play till 2019 World Cup?

MS Dhoni, India's most successful ODI captain who led the side to a series win over New Zealand, is already thinking about building a team for the 2019 World Cup, and will most likely take a call on his ODI career after the 2017 Champions Trophy.
2016-10-31 02:31:04 Read More

India beat Pak 3-2, lift Asian Champions Trophy

India's hockey team gifted the country on Diwali its second Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament title after defeating arch-rivals Pakistan 3-2 in the final at the Wisma Belia Hockey Stadium on Sunday.
2016-10-30 14:24:10 Read More

Cibulkova beats Kerber to win WTA Finals in Singapore

Slovakia's Dominika Cibulkova pulled off a stunning upset to defeat Germany's Angelique Kerber and win the WTA Finals on Sunday, beating the newly crowned world number one 6-3, 6-4.
2016-10-30 13:48:51 Read More

Bangladesh secure first Test win over England

England had won all previous nine matches against Bangladesh but were all out for 164 in their second innings while chasing 273 for victory on the third day of the second and final Test at the Shere Bangla National Stadium.
2016-10-30 11:14:39 Read More

Axar Patel breaks into top-10 ODI bowlers

Axar Patel has become the highest placed India bowler in the latest ICC ODI rankings after breaking into the top-10 bowler's list while legspinner Amit Mishra has vaulted 25 places to enter the top-20.
2016-10-30 10:41:42 Read More

Hamilton on pole but Rosberg alongside in Mexico

Lewis Hamilton took pole position for the Mexican Grand Prix on Saturday with a sizzling lap before Mercedes team mate and title favourite Nico Rosberg pulled a last gasp effort out of the bag to join him on the front row.
2016-10-30 04:54:53 Read More

Wasn't easy sitting out of Test matches: Mishra

Mishra didn't mince words when asked about the frustration of having to sit out, but added that coach Anil Kumble's tips had helped him tide over the low phase.
2016-10-30 03:58:42 Read More

India ODI series report card: Kohli, Mishra and then some

TOI Sports runs the rule over the performers for India during their 3-2 ODI series win over New Zealand. A report card on the players who featured in India's first ODI series win at home in two years, over NZ across five matches.
2016-10-30 03:26:59 Read More

Talking points: Mishra magic snaps India's home drought

India completed a 3-2 series win over New Zealand by beating them in the decider at Vizag by 190 runs. Here we look at the several passages of play that stood out during the match.
2016-10-30 02:42:13 Read More

Sardar's sparkle brought us back into game, says Oltmans

"Trailing 1-2, we needed something special to get back in the contest and that sparkle was provided by Sardar Singh," said coach Roelant Oltmans, praising the former India captain after the victory against Korea.
2016-10-29 16:30:39 Read More

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Sports News For The Year 2016 and Month Nov

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Southgate appointed England manager on four-year deal

Southgate appointed England manager on four-year deal

Woakes sustains hairline fracture in his right thumb

Never felt like I was coming back after 8 years, says Parthiv

Saina, Kashyap, Praneeth advance at Macau Open

Jennings, Dawson added to England squad

Men's hockey: Australia beat India to level series

Kohli, Jadeja rise to career-best Test rankings

Prolific lower order helps India gain upper hand

Prolific lower order helps India gain upper hand

Football mourns as plane crash kills Brazilian players

More contact police as football abuse scandal spreads

We don't need dry, square turners to win: Kohli

Parthiv brilliant, but Saha is our No. 1 wicketkeeper: MSK

Questions about winning on turners have changed: Virat Kohli

'I was more focused during New Zealand Tests': Rohit Sharma

Got extra motivation after losing toss, says Virat Kohli

Talking Points, Day 4: Gritty Hameed, plucky Parthiv

Hockey: India men's team beat Australia 3-2

Hardik Pandya faces six-week injury layoff

Mohali Test: India beat England by 8 wickets to take 2-0 series lead

Plane carrying football players from Brazil crashes

Saina gets top billing after Sindhu withdrawal

India v England: `Swordsman' Jadeja slices English spirits

India v England: `Swordsman' Jadeja slices English spirits

Mohali Test: Lid on debate over No. 6 slot, for now

Pakistan not to play in Junior Hockey WC in India

Pakistan not to play in Junior Hockey WC in India

Even their spinners seemed like Muralitharan in England: Jadeja

It was Ganguly vs Flintoff then, it's Kohli vs Stokes now

Not that I think like a batsman, I am one, says Ravindra Jadeja

What is ISL's basic objective, asks Kerala Blasters coach

Formula 1: Mercedes to confront Rosberg-Hamilton 'anarchy'

Day 3 Talking points: Jadeja's mature knock under pressure

What has gone wrong for Barcelona?

Mohali Test: Ashwin leaves Eng reeling after India's top-order shines

Sachin Tendulkar urges MNCs to hire sportspersons

Del Potro paves the way for Argentina's Davis Cup win

'It's tough being a handicapped athlete in India'

Leggie Adil Rashid makes his mark in India

Leggie Adil Rashid makes his mark in India

Rosberg beats Hamilton to clinch maiden F1 world title

Mohali Test: England bowled negative line, says Pujara

Day 2 Talking Points: Ashwin again to India's rescue

Vikas to get 'Best Boxer' award at AIBA anniversary gala

Sameer goes down fighting in Hong Kong Open final

India bag bronze at Four Nations Invitational hockey

PV Sindhu loses in Hong Kong Open final

Mohali Test, Tea: Kohli, Pujara make steady progress

Mohali Test: Resilient Ashwin spurs India revival

Injured Hardik Pandya ruled out of England series

Jayant Yadav impresses with crucial strikes

Jayant Yadav impresses with crucial strikes

Bairstow douses fire 'Stoked' by Kohli's send-off

Aditi Ashok wins inaugural Qatar Ladies Open

Ben Stokes reprimanded for making inappropriate comments

Pleasing to have found a method of scoring runs: Bairstow

England could have scored more as there's not much turn: Umesh Yadav

Super Saturday: Sindhu, Sameer enter Hong Kong Open final

Let pacers show raw emotion on field: Shoaib Akhtar to ICC

Mohali Test, Talking Points, Day 1: India drop 4 catches

BCCI, PCB officials might meet in December to discuss ties

Australia take control against South Africa in Adelaide

Australia take control against South Africa in Adelaide

Four Nations Hockey: India lose 2-3 to New Zealand

Mohali Test, lunch: India carve up England's top order

Mohali Test: Advantage India despite Bairstow's 89

Four Nations Hockey: India lose 2-3 to NZ

Dilip Tirkey bids to bring tribals back to hockey

Dilip Tirkey bids to bring tribals back to hockey

Sachin fan Sudhir barred from entering PCA Stadium

Live score: India v England, 3rd Test, Mohali

Sex abuse claims mount as Rooney lauds victims' bravery

BCCI mulling to issue cash cards to players

Virat Kohli gives nod to Decision Review System

PCB prepares to take legal recourse against BCCI

Valiant Saina Nehwal bows out of Hong Kong Open

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