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Sports News For The Year 2016 and Month Dec

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EPL: Pogba seals late Man United comeback win

Paul Pogba and Anthony Martial scored late goals as Manchester United came from behind to beat Middlesbrough 2-1 on Saturday and spare Jose Mourinho the embarrassment of losing to his former assistant Aitor Karanka.
2016-12-31 17:11:25 Read More

Matter of time before I do well in all formats: Pujara

Cheteshwar Pujara was one of India's most consistent batsmen in 2016. The 28-year-old, with 836 runs from 11 Tests in the year, is looking to keep the good work going and develop into an all-format cricketer.
2016-12-31 16:01:54 Read More

Will assess Indian Olympic Association's situation: IOC

Asked if the IOC plans to take action on IOA for elevating Kalmadi and Chautala as life presidents, IOC media relations manager Michael Noyelle said in a written reply that it will first get in touch with the NOC of India.
2016-12-31 13:28:55 Read More

Supreme Court verdict on BCCI likely on Monday

Whether the order from the bench led by Chief Justice of India TS Thakur would lead to prosecution against Thakur for committing perjury is only a matter of conjecture right now, but it is certainly not a good sign for the BCCI boss.
2016-12-31 13:23:30 Read More

Pakistan to sue India over bilateral Test deal

"Two series have been defaulted," said PCB chairman Shaharyar Khan. "We will write to BCCI and if they don't respond then we will take the legal course as we demand compensation." PCB's executive committee chairman said Pakistan was missing out financially.
2016-12-31 13:14:06 Read More

Ashwin finishes year as No.1 Test bowler and all-rounder

The Indian spin duo of Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja held on to the top two positions in the ICC Test bowlers' rankings, while the national team ended the year as the numero uno side in the latest list issued.
2016-12-31 10:34:47 Read More

IOA president to take up suspension with government

Breaking his silence, embattled Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president N Ramachandran on Saturday said he will take up the issue of suspension with the government after consulting the International Olympic Committee and Olympic Council of Asia.
2016-12-31 10:07:59 Read More

IOA president to take up suspension with government

Ronda stopped 48 seconds into comeback at UFC

Ronda Rousey was stopped 48 seconds into her comeback fight Friday night, losing to bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes at UFC 207 on Friday night.
2016-12-31 06:24:05 Read More

PBL: Marin pleads for 'home' support against Sindhu

Olympic champion Carolina Marin was at her wittiest best as she sought the support of the Hyderabad crowd when she takes on PV Sindhu in the opening encounter of the Premier Badminton League (PBL) 2.
2016-12-31 04:11:38 Read More

It's so hard at such a high level: Ana Ivanovic

In a chat with TOI, Ana Ivanovic says she is looking forward to time away from the court and wants to explore opportunities in different areas.
2016-12-31 03:32:27 Read More

China set to shatter football transfer records

"Biggest", "hugest", "most ever". Analysts are piling up the superlatives as China prepares to splash out astronomical sums for footballing talent during the winter transfer window in deals that analysts say involve more money than sense.
2016-12-31 03:25:42 Read More

Star gazing: 2017 wishlist of top sportspersons

The New Year brings new hope. As our sports stars wish and pray for good luck in their quest to achieve more success and stay fit, there is this temptation to gaze into the crystal ball.
2016-12-31 03:08:04 Read More

PCB gets green light for legal action against BCCI

"We will start legal consultations soon over the matter as the BOG has today given approval. The fact is that the BCCI signed a MOU document with us to play six bilateral series between 2015 and 2022," Shaharyar Khan said.
2016-12-30 16:48:26 Read More

PCB gets green light for legal action against BCCI

Sports ministry suspends IOA for appointing Kalmadi, Chautala

Following the suspension by the sports ministry, the Indian Olympic Association will cease to enjoy the privileges and prerogatives bestowed on it by the government as the National Olympic Committee (NOC).
2016-12-30 15:34:18 Read More

Batra quits as IOA associate vice-president in protest

Strongly expressing his reservations over the appointments, Narinder Batra, who recently became the International Hockey Federation (FIH) president, said he was strongly against the backdoor entry of Kalmadi and Chautala in the IOA.
2016-12-30 13:31:50 Read More

Ranji Trophy semifinals: Dhoni to support Jharkhand in Nagpur

Indian ODI captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni doesn't play the longer version of the game ever since retiring from Tests but often practices with the Jharkhand players during the domestic first-class season.
2016-12-30 13:10:06 Read More

2016 in review: Test XI of the year

We sift through the numbers, wickets and runs to pick the 11 most valuable Test cricketers of 2016 (and a very successful 12th man).
2016-12-30 10:14:54 Read More

2016 in review: Indian sports achievers

2016 in review: Indian sports achievers
2016-12-30 07:14:34 Read More

2nd Test: Australia beat Pakistan, seal series 2-0

Mitchell Starc tore through the tail and Pakistan crumbled for 163 as Australia won the second Test in Melbourne by an innings and 18 runs after tea on day five to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series.
2016-12-30 06:47:03 Read More

2016 in review: Major sporting retirements

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2016-12-30 04:28:00 Read More

Ministry keen to apply SC order in BCCI case to NSFs

The Union sports ministry is awaiting the Supreme Court's final order on the BCCI case on January 3 as it is keen on applying these principles to all national sports federations and the national Olympic committee as soon as possible.
2016-12-30 04:08:13 Read More

Ministry keen to apply SC order in BCCI case to NSFs

Kalmadi, Chautala appointments made in haste: Hockey India

For reasons best known to the top bosses of the IOA, the sports body, it seems, was in a haste to make Suresh Kalmadi and Abhay Singh Chautala life presidents in its annual general meeting in Chennai on Tuesday.
2016-12-30 03:16:15 Read More

Carlos Tevez set to earn more than Messi and Ronaldo

With his transfer to Shanghai Shenhua, former Manchester United and Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez will make around 38 million euros a season in China. Ronaldo earns 23.6 million euros a season while Messi boasts a salary of 20 million euros.
2016-12-29 17:46:38 Read More

Give the ball flight more often: Prasanna tells Ashwin

"Unless and until Ashwin makes the batsmen step out and drive it will be a little difficult for him. In the back of his mind he has got a leg break which he thinks is very effective," Erapalli Prasanna said.
2016-12-29 15:13:40 Read More

No competition with Parthiv Patel: Wriddhiman Saha

"Parthiv has played well and the team has won so it's good. Now when the selection will happen the picture will be clear. Parthiv is also trying to come back into the fold, so whatever selectors will feel right is right," Wriddhiman Saha said.
2016-12-29 14:45:33 Read More

IOA won't reply tomorrow, will consult IOC first: Official

The Indian Olympic Association has been given time till Friday to reply to the show-cause issued by the sports ministry after Suresh Kalmadi and Abhay Chautala were elevated as life presidents on December 27.
2016-12-29 13:58:01 Read More

Shahbaz Nadeem could be in fray for England T20Is

With Axar ruled out and Jadeja expected to be sparingly used during the upcoming series (3 ODIs and 3 T20 Internationals), Nadeem, who is currently the highest wicket-taker in Ranji Trophy with 50 scalps, comes into the picture for the shortest format.
2016-12-29 13:50:20 Read More

Goel slams Ramachandran for electing Kalmadi and Chautala

"I feel that IOA president Ramachandran is equally guilty. He brought this item (into the meeting) despite it not being on the agenda and passed it," Union sports minister Vijay Goel said, while slamming the decision.
2016-12-29 11:19:39 Read More

Goel slams Ramachandran for electing Kalmadi and Chautala

Chautala ready to quit IOA post, but sets conditions

A day after Suresh Kalmadi declined the post of life president of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), Abhay Singh Chautala on Thursday offered to relinquish the post, if the organisation has reservations over it.
2016-12-29 11:16:50 Read More

Carlos Tevez signs $40M deal in China

A person familiar with the negotiations said the 32-year-old Tevez would be paid $40 million over two years. The source spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to divulge details of the transaction.
2016-12-29 07:52:10 Read More

No keeper can ever have a 100 percent record: Parthiv Patel

Wicketkeeper rues that dismissals are forgotten easily but a few mistakes get highlighted.
2016-12-29 04:45:53 Read More

Kohli lone Indian in Aussie dominated ODI XI

The year 2016 was a gripping one with numerous individual and team performances making headlines in the 50-overs format. Here's a look at who all made it to TOI Sports' ODI XI of the year.
2016-12-29 03:25:39 Read More

2016 in review: Major sporting retirements

2016 was a jam-packed year with World T20, Euro, Olympics to go with the usual sporting calendar events and the year witnessed several high-profile retirements from the international sports stage including legends Phelps, Wiggins, Gerrard, Bryant, Dwyer, McCullum, Chanderpaul to name a few.
2016-12-29 03:23:51 Read More

Ana Ivanovic retires from tennis at age 29

Ana Ivanovic announced her retirement from tennis because she no longer feels fit enough to compete at highest level. Ivanovic became the first Serbian woman to win a grand slam when she beat Russian Dinara Safina in the 2008 French Open final. She married footballer Bastian Schweinsteiger this year.
2016-12-28 20:05:08 Read More

Ana Ivanovic retires from tennis at age 29

Dravid, Laxman were the best batsmen I bowled to: Asif

Pakistan's tainted pace bowler Mohammad Asif has described former India stars Rahul Dravid and VVS Laxman as technically the best batsmen he bowled to in his roller-coaster career.
2016-12-28 16:01:06 Read More

Mahavir was 10 times stricter than Aamir in Dangal: Vinesh

Olympian Vinesh Phogat is a bit amused to find the kind of frenzy that the Khan starrer 'Dangal' has created, with more people now wanting to know about Mahavir Phogat and his wrestler daughters and niece.
2016-12-28 14:02:49 Read More

All ties with IOA remain cut till it reverses decision: Vijay Goel

"Suresh Kalmadi and Chautala being made IOA's life presidents is against its constitution and unacceptable to the ministry," sports minister Vijay Goel said a day after he said the IOA's decision came as a shock for the government.
2016-12-28 12:26:10 Read More

Sports ministry issues showcause notice to IOA; Kalmadi declines post

The move to elevate Suresh Kalmadi and Abhay Chautala triggered a storm with the ministry issuing a showcause notice to the IOA and also threatening to severe ties with the body if it failed to sack the duo.
2016-12-28 10:48:25 Read More

â€˜Dangal is an insult to all coachesâ€™

While Bollywood superstar Aamir Khanâ€™s latest potboiler â€˜Dangal,â€™ which released to packed houses last Friday, may have become a superhit at the box-office, its fictional content has left a 70-year-old in Phagwara â€˜hurt.â€™
2016-12-28 09:42:03 Read More

Indian hockey rose in stature in 2016

A few disappointments aside, it was all about Indian hockey's phenomenal rise in stature, both on and off the field, in 2016 with a historic silver medal in the Champions Trophy and Junior World Cup title after a hiatus of 15 years being the biggest achievements.
2016-12-28 08:24:43 Read More

2016 in review: T20I XI of the year

2016 was the year of the ICC WorldT20 wherein West Indies beat England in a thrilling final to clinch their second title in four years. There were several notable performances over the 12 months. Here's TOI Sports' Twenty20 XI of the year.
2016-12-28 07:31:16 Read More

Goel has failed as a Sports Minister, says Chautala

Tainted former IOA President Abhay Singh Chautala today lashed out at Vijay Goel for criticising his appointment as Life President of the national Olympic body, saying the Sports Minister should first focus on his job as he has failed to fulfil his responsibilities.
2016-12-28 06:55:41 Read More

Top five T20I spells of 2016

We list out the top five T20i spells of 2016
2016-12-28 06:14:12 Read More

Gurpreet's mantra for Indians: Go Euro

Plying his trade with Norwegian club Stabaek FC, he managed to become the first Indian footballer to play in the Europa League earlier this year.
2016-12-28 05:21:25 Read More

Gurpreet's mantra for Indians: Go Euro

Plying his trade with Norwegian club Stabaek FC, he managed to become the first Indian footballer to play in the Europa League earlier this year.
2016-12-28 05:21:25 Read More

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Milestone man - Samit Gohel

When Samit finished on 359 not out, Gohel had broken a long-standing 117-year-old record. But, even five hours after his feat, he didn't have an idea as to what record had he bettered.
2016-12-28 04:45:31 Read More

2016 in review: From Sindhu to Aditi, year of the woman

Six inspirational women put the Indian sport in the limelight in 2016, making it a year to remember and cherish.
2016-12-28 03:14:48 Read More

Making Kalmadi, Chautala IOA life presidents unacceptable: Goel

"We are shocked at the resolution passed by the IOA to make Suresh Kalmadi and Abhay Singh Chautala as life presidents of IOA. This is totally unacceptable to us as both of them are facing serious corruption and criminal charges," Sports minister Vijay Goel said.
2016-12-27 17:00:54 Read More

Tainted Kalmadi, Chautala made IOA life presidents

CWG corruption scandal tainted Suresh Kalmadi was made the life president of Indian Olympic Association in its Annual General Body Meeting. Another tainted official Abhay Singh Chautala was also made the life president by the IOA.
2016-12-27 15:32:46 Read More

Sindhu feels more responsibility after Rio Games silver

Outlining her future aims, Sindhu said: "For now, it is step by step. Now there is Premier Badminton League and there is Syed Modi tournament and some of the Superseries events. I am aiming to do well in the All England and World Championships."
2016-12-27 14:43:49 Read More

PWL 2: Geeta, Babita unveil newest entrant 'UP Dangal'

The latest addition of the PWL is another franchise from Uttar Pradesh, named UP Dangal, as unveiled by wrestlers Geeta and Babita Phogat, and their father, Dronacharya awardee Mahavir Singh Phogat.
2016-12-27 12:23:57 Read More

Pressure nothing compared to growing up rigours: Geeta Phogat

Geeta Phogat will be facing the Rio Olympics bronze-medallist Sakshi Malik, representing the Delhi franchise at the PWL-2, but the 28-year-old said she was all prepared to take on anyone in her weight category - 58kg.
2016-12-27 12:10:59 Read More

Pressure nothing compared to growing up rigours: Geeta Phogat

Kohli pips Smith as Cricket Australia's 'ODI Captain of Year'

Indian Test captain Virat Kohli amassed 739 runs from just 10 ODIs played this year smashing three centuries, with 154 being his highest score, besides hitting four half-centuries in the calendar year.
2016-12-27 10:30:07 Read More

Gujarat's record smashing opener eyes government job

The 26-year old Gohel remained unbeaten on 359 as he bettered the 117-year old record set by Surrey's Bobby Abel who scored 357 not out against Somerset at The Oval in 1899. Gohel has also become the fourth triple centurion in the history of first-class cricket to carry his bat through the innings.
2016-12-27 09:05:11 Read More

2016 in review: The top-5 ODI spells

Martin Guptill's 10th century had given New Zealand a competitive total of 294 but it was fast bowler Matt Henry who emerged match-winner for his side.
2016-12-27 06:41:47 Read More

Sindhu, Kohli and hockey make 2016 a year to remember

2016 was a jam-packed year for sports and the India sportspersons made this a year to remember for the fans. PV Sindhu's historic silver at the Rio Games was the headlining act for Indian sports in 2016.
2016-12-27 05:09:10 Read More

2016 in review: The top-5 ODI innings

De Kock achieved the second-highest individual score by a South African player as the side gunned down Australia's total of 295 with four wickets to spare.
2016-12-27 04:57:59 Read More

Why did you drop me, Rohan Bopanna asks AITA

India's No.1 doubles pro Rohan Bopanna sent down an in the body serve to the selection committee of the All India Tennis Association, questioning the technicality on which he had been dropped.
2016-12-27 04:24:16 Read More

Axar, Jayant set to miss limited overs series against England

TOI has learnt that left-arm spinner Axar Patel has been ruled out from the limited overs series against England, which begins in Pune from January 15, due to a thumb injury.
2016-12-27 02:53:01 Read More

Pedro double fires record-breaking leaders Chelsea

In control long before Pedro put them ahead with a superb individual strike in the 24th minute, Chelsea effectively killed off Bournemouth's hopes with Eden Hazard's 49th-minute penalty before Pedro's deflected second wrapped up the win.
2016-12-26 17:55:42 Read More

Olivier Giroud late show lifts Arsenal over West Brom

Arsene Wenger's side seemed certain to slip further off the pace at the top of the league against an ultra-defensive West Bromwich Albion team as the game moved into its final stages at the Emirates Stadium.
2016-12-26 17:44:40 Read More

Olivier Giroud late show lifts Arsenal over West Brom

Zlatan Ibrahimovic keeps Manchester United motoring

The victory ensured that Manchester United, without injured captain Wayne Rooney, extended their unbeaten run in all competitions to 11 matches, despite Fabio Borini's spectacular consolation for the visitors.
2016-12-26 17:30:28 Read More

My aim is to optimize my potential: Jayant Yadav

Indian off-spinner Jayant Yadav, who was one of the stars of the Test series against England, speaks about the Ashwin influence, his exploits against England and what his targets are going into the New Year.
2016-12-26 17:07:42 Read More

Smith wants Aussies to test Kohli's patience on India tour

Smith felt that getting behind Kohli would distract his focus from the game, which according to the Australian will be advantageous for the visitors.
2016-12-26 11:15:20 Read More

2016 in review: Ten defining sports stories of the year

From Leicester Cityâ€™s fairytale run to the EPL title and Icelandâ€™s unprecedented Euro turnout to the Cubsâ€™ 108-year-old curse being lifted, lets savour the sports stories that shaped 2016.
2016-12-26 06:38:32 Read More

2016 in review: The top 10 Test spells

The No 1 Test bowler turned the first day of the Mumbai Test on its head with the wickets of Moeen Ali and debutant centurion Keaton Jennings in his first over after tea, on the way to figures of 6/112.
2016-12-26 04:55:42 Read More

2016 in review: Virat Kohli and the invincibles

A year that started by India falling two steps short of tasting World T20 glory for the second time was capped off by a young and dynamic Virat Kohli leading the team to the No. 1 spot in ICC rankings.
2016-12-26 04:29:28 Read More

2016 in review: The game changers in the world of sport

They say the only thing predictable in sport is its unpredictability. And life's greatest reality show unravelled in all its glory as the form book was thrown upside down across continents and across sport.
2016-12-26 04:14:04 Read More

2016 in review: The game changers in the world of sport

Team India to have conditioning camp in Bangalore

The Indian team will attend a week-long conditioning camp early in January in Bengaluru before the India-England ODI series, sources told TOI on Sunday.
2016-12-26 03:26:12 Read More

India has capability to host big ticket IAAF events: Coe

International Athletics Federation (IAAF) President Sebastian Coe says that India has the capability to host big ticket track and field events and he would love to see the prestigious Diamond League Meeting being held in the country in near future.
2016-12-25 15:26:49 Read More

India has capability to host big ticket IAAF events: Coe

HJWC winners eye senior World Cup, 2020 Olympics

Just-crowned Hockey Junior World Cup champions' captain Harjeet Singh on Sunday said that he and his teammates now aim to break into the senior national team and win the gold in the 2018 World Cup slated to take place in Bhubaneswar.
2016-12-25 14:52:54 Read More

Nair needs to build on unbeaten 303 for a great future: Dravid

Rahul Dravid also praised Test captain Virat Kohli and chief coach Anil Kumble for creating an environment where youngsters are feeling comfortable and delivering results straightway.
2016-12-25 14:06:44 Read More

PWL: Phogat sisters elated with support from Sachin, Aamir

Geeta Phogat is leaving no stone unturned in her preparation for the second season of Pro Wrestling League. And the release of Aamir Khan-starrer 'Dangal' is just the right tonic to fuel her ambitions to win the league with the Uttar Pradesh franchise.
2016-12-25 12:57:32 Read More

Not dependent on farewell match, not retiring yet: Afridi

Amid speculation that he has sought a farewell match, Pakistan's flamboyant all-rounder Shahid Afridi has said that he is too experienced and seasoned a cricketer to make such a demand and ruled out calling it quits anytime soon.
2016-12-25 11:53:46 Read More

Sindhu's Olympic silver marks a glorious year for badminton

PV Sindhu cemented her position as a dominant force on the world stage with an Olympic silver medal while Saina Nehwal continued to battle with injuries in a year which saw Indian badminton take giant strides at the global platform.
2016-12-25 09:17:05 Read More

Karun, Jayant success is set-up created by Virat, Anil: Dravid

Dravid believes that success of Karun Nair and Jayant Yadav, who are products of the A team, is purely because of the "process" that has been put in place.
2016-12-25 08:04:27 Read More

PM Modi lauds cricketers, junior hockey team in 'Mann Ki Baat'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the national cricket team and the junior hockey side for their recent successes, saying that their performances have done the country proud.
2016-12-25 07:34:16 Read More

Gulf between European and Asian Tours has narrowed: Jeev

Jeev Milkha Singh has been the face of Indian golf for over two decades now. Since turning pro in 1993, he has made 14 Major appearances and won 20 international titles.
2016-12-25 05:11:11 Read More

Pakistan confident after pushing Australia close: Misbah

A strong fourth innings fightback that had nearly clinched a remarkable record run chase in the first Test loss to Australia in Brisbane had given Pakistan the confidence they needed for the rest of the series, captain Misbah-ul-Haq has said.
2016-12-25 04:48:04 Read More

It's like a father-son relationship with Dhoni: Shami

Surgical strikes have been the flavour of the season and Mohammed Shami, with his pace, accuracy and the ability to move the ball consistently, was decisive for India against England before a knee injury cut short his series.
2016-12-25 02:50:03 Read More

Viswanathan Anand looks to end year on a high

Viswanathan Anand will look to end the year on a high as he prepares for the World Rapid and Blitz Championships, which will be held in Doha from Monday.
2016-12-24 16:28:02 Read More

Viswanathan Anand looks to end year on a high

Viswanathan Anand will look to end the year on a high as he prepares for the World Rapid and Blitz Championships, which will be held in Doha from Monday.
2016-12-24 16:28:02 Read More

Ranji Trophy: TN beat star-studded Karnataka to enter semis

Tamil Nadu held their nerves, survived the deluge of dismissals to register a seven-wicket win over Karnataka in the Ranji Trophy quarterfinals and become the first team to book a place in the semifinals.
2016-12-24 13:33:29 Read More

Brushing aside apathy, Advani continues to pot titles

Advani has won a staggering eight world titles in the last three years and he continues to go about his business unassumingly. It is as if he is expected to lap up the trophies every season.
2016-12-24 08:19:55 Read More

Criticism of team, captain Smith just 'bizarre': Warner

Australia vice-captain David Warner has found it "bizarre" that pundits and fans continue to criticise the team despite winning their last two Test matches after a run of five losses.
2016-12-24 06:54:20 Read More

Criticism of team, captain Smith just 'bizarre': Warner

Sehwag may replace Bangar as Kings XI Punjab coach

Struggling Indian Premier League (IPL) side Kings XI Punjab are hoping to swing their fortunes next season by hiring Virender Sehwag as their coach following Sanjay Bangar's departure.
2016-12-24 03:39:37 Read More

Sehwag may replace Bangar as Kings XI Punjab coach

Pressure is something I thrive under: Karun Nair

Karun Nair was running late when he arrived at the Bengaluru airport on Thursday morning to head to Visakhapatnam for Karnataka's Ranji Trophy quarter-final against Tamil Nadu.
2016-12-24 03:07:58 Read More

Didn't get promised payment for Rio: Anirban Lahiri

"Everything that SSP had said is accurate, he is not embellishing any facts," the 29-year-old Anirban Lahiri, who is gearing up for the season ahead on the PGA Tour, told TOI from Florida.
2016-12-24 02:44:18 Read More

Chawrasia's allegations are false, rubbish: IOA

The IOA said in a statement that it never promised to give the golfer Rs 30 lakhs. It further gave a list of items which it had given to Chawrasia. The items include casual and ceremonial kits, pocket allowances amounting to Rs 47,000 and overseas insurance of Rs 1,600.
2016-12-23 16:43:46 Read More

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India beat Sri Lanka to complete U-19 Asia Cup hat-trick

Riding on an impressive all-round performance by skipper Abhishek Sharma, 29 and 4/37, India colts beat Sri Lanka by 34 runs in the final to win the ACC under-19 Asia Cup title for the third time in Colombo on Friday.
2016-12-23 16:43:44 Read More

Saina's coach and Prakash Padukone differ on Sindhu

While Saina Nehwal became the first Indian shuttler to win an Olympic medal - a bronze - at 2012 London Olympics, PV Sindhu did one better by winning a historic silver medal at the Rio Games this year.
2016-12-23 14:39:05 Read More

Petra Kvitova determined to play again after knife attack

World number 11 and twice Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova addressed the media directly for the first time after an operation to repair the tendons in her hand and was determined to get back to playing.
2016-12-23 13:41:25 Read More

Keshavan on cloud nine after winning Asian luge gold

"Now, I have planned to compete for India at the Olympic Games in Korea in 2018. Towards that goal, I have tied up with 21-time World Champion and ex-Technical Director of the USA Olympic Luge Team, Duncan Kennedy," Shiva Keshavan said.
2016-12-23 11:58:58 Read More

Need two national camps abroad every year: Sakshi Malik

"Before Olympics, we went to Spain for a training camp and we got to practise with a lot of quality wrestlers. I believe for better performances we need more foreign exposure where we compete with the top wrestlers from other countries," Sakshi Malik said.
2016-12-23 11:50:12 Read More

Roger Federer expects injury layoff to prolong playing career

Roger Federer had surgery on his left knee in February and, after missing the French Open with a back injury, announced in July that he needed rehabilitation and would be sidelined for the rest of the season.
2016-12-23 11:23:43 Read More

BCCI v Lodha: Let's wait till January 3, says Anurag Thakur

BCCI president Anurag Thakur on Friday conceded that the current crisis facing the Board is not in the best interest of cricketers but the body will have to keep everything on hold till Supreme Court gives it's verdict on January 3.
2016-12-23 09:09:44 Read More

BCCI v Lodha: Let's wait till January 3, says Anurag Thakur

Bengaluru FC shine in another dull year for Indian football

Bengaluru FC's runners-up finish at the AFC Cup was a rare moment of glory in what was another year of discontent for Indian football even though the national team climbed to its best FIFA rankings in the last six years.
2016-12-23 08:49:33 Read More

Shiva Keshavan grabs gold at Asian Luge Championship

India's seasoned Winter Olympian Shiva Keshavan braved an injury to clinch a gold medal at the Asian Luge Championship on Friday.
2016-12-23 06:42:52 Read More

Paes-Bhupathi rollercoaster part II?

Bhupathi named non-playing captain of Davis Cup team while Paes retains berth for New Zealand tie.
2016-12-23 04:25:46 Read More

Shami to miss limited-overs leg against England

Shami, who got hurt during the third Test against England and was forced to pull out of the Test series, will be out of action for more than a month and will miss the three T20s and three ODIs starting January.
2016-12-23 04:10:51 Read More

How Karun Nair trashed trolls and rocked Chepauk

Ever since he was drafted into the Indian Test team Indian batsman Karun Nair had been a victim of Nair-chai-shop jokes in TN.
2016-12-23 04:06:44 Read More

Ashwin rewarded with wages of spin

Ashwin's unshakeable self-belief helps him cap outstanding year with twin ICC awards.
2016-12-23 03:46:47 Read More

2016 in review: Aditi Ashok, Indian sport's 'Rookie of the Year'

In her first year as professional golfer, Aditi Ashok has put women's golf in the limelight and for that she is our 'Rookie of the Year'.
2016-12-23 03:30:34 Read More

2016 was fantastic, aim now is to become No. 1: Sindhu

"Definitely, the aim is to become No. 1. I have achieved my career-best six, so am really very happy. I wish this can continue and I can continue improving further," said Sindhu who has two World Championship singles bronze medals in her kitty.
2016-12-22 14:59:22 Read More

2016 was fantastic, aim now is to become No. 1: Sindhu

Indian eves clinch bronze in U-18 hockey Asia Cup

Sangita scored in the 55th and 58th minutes after Ritu had put India ahead in the 45th minute in the bronze-medal play-off. Korea earned several penalty corners but failed to convert from any, as India's defence closed them down perfectly.
2016-12-22 14:34:38 Read More

Indian eves clinch bronze in U-18 hockey Asia Cup

IOA, ministry treated us like servants at Rio: Chawrasia

SSP Chawrasia and Anirban Lahiri are yet to receive the allocated amount from the sports ministry. A livid Chawrasia termed the shoddy treatment by IOA officials at the Rio Games as if they were "servants".
2016-12-22 13:46:30 Read More

FIFA rankings: Best in six years, but India still at 135

"It can't be achieved without the help of the players. We have an exceptional batch of players as we are in the process of building the team for the future," National coach Stephen Constantine said.
2016-12-22 13:08:48 Read More

It feels great to follow Tendulkar and Dravid: Ashwin

Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who was also named the ICC Test Cricketer of the Year, said he was delighted to see the team on the right track in the longest format even after Mahendra Singh Dhoni retired from it.
2016-12-22 11:29:37 Read More

Bopanna dropped from Indian Davis Cup squad

"Picking Rohan blocks a place for a third singles player that we wanted to have in the squad. Also, Leander and Saketh were brilliant against Spain. But whenever Leander and Rohan have played together, they have not done well," national selector SP Misra said.
2016-12-22 11:26:54 Read More

Desolate Olympics leads to new boxing federation

Four years of administrative bedlam culminated into a medal-less Olympic campaign before Indian boxing took its first steps towards a possible revival of fortunes in a tempestuous 2016 during which the globally money-spinning professional circuit gained foothold in the country.
2016-12-22 09:04:32 Read More

ICC Awards: R Ashwin wins Cricketer of the Year award

Ashwin capped off a sensational year by being adjudged the ICC Cricketer of the Year award, With 72 wickets from 12 Tests this year, he was also named the ICC Test Cricketer of the Year.
2016-12-22 07:33:20 Read More

Erasmus named Umpire of the Year

Erasmus was voted by the ICC's elite panel match referees as well as the Test playing captains, and he beats off strong competition for this award from his colleagues Richard Illingworth, Bruce Oxenford and Richard Kettleborough.
2016-12-22 07:01:23 Read More

England want Cook to be in charge for next Ashes

Under-fire Alastair Cook might be pondering about his future as Test captain after the 4-0 series drubbing in India, but England's assistant coach Paul Farbrace said the entire team is behind the lanky opener and wants him to be in charge for next winter's Ashes series.
2016-12-22 05:43:27 Read More

Jeje caps year with 'Player of Year' award

Bagan, Chennaiyin striker is AIFF's Player of Year, credits his coaches for success.
2016-12-22 04:31:03 Read More

Ashwin-Jadeja combo rules bowling charts

Ravindra Jadeja's match winning 7/48 and an overall haul of 10/154 against England in the final Test at Chennai has put him 8 points adrift R Ashwin, who continues to hold the top spot.
2016-12-22 04:13:07 Read More

Barcelona pummel Hercules 7-0 in Copa del Rey

Turkey international Arda Turan scored a hat-trick as holders Barcelona thrashed third-division side Hercules 7-0 in the second leg of their Copa del Rey last-32 tie.
2016-12-22 02:47:51 Read More

No performance incentive for Kohli's team due to SC order

With BCCI needing the apex court's permission for disbursal of any amount, the Virat Kohli-led team that beat England 4-0 in the Test series may have to wait to a little longer to get richer by a few more crores.
2016-12-21 16:42:49 Read More

No performance incentive for Kohli's team due to SC order

Faf du Plessis loses appeal against ball-tampering conviction

Du Plessis was found guilty by match referee Andy Pycroft of changing the condition of the ball after appearing to use saliva tainted by a mint in his mouth to shine it during the second Test against Australia in Hobart last month.
2016-12-21 14:26:28 Read More

Karun, Jayant are products of successful A team: MSK Prasad

"The true blue products of India 'A' system are Karun Nair and Jayant Yadav. I believe it is the emphasis on A tour by the BCCI that we are now finding finished and ready for international cricket players like Karun and Jayant," Prasad said.
2016-12-21 13:59:15 Read More

Exciting times ahead for Sindhu: Pullela Gopichand

Sindhu will be battling a very strong line-up of young shuttlers in the near future and Gopichand feels fans are in for exciting times. Gopichand is convinced his 21-year-old protÃ©gÃ© will get better as a player in the coming years.
2016-12-21 12:56:24 Read More

Kohli's spirited leadership key to success, says Jayasuriya

Sanath Jayasuriya attributed India's stupendous series-winning performance against England to "spirited" captaincy of Virat Kohli and also praised Anil Kumble for shaping the Indian team well as a coach.
2016-12-21 11:50:37 Read More

Batting strength in depth a good problem for India

Halfway through a home series of 13 Tests, with a lone match against Bangladesh and a four-game series against Australia remaining, Virat Kohli's dream of creating one of cricket's all-time best teams is taking shape.
2016-12-21 11:17:39 Read More

Batting strength in depth a good problem for India

Lodha committee not giving us time for last two months: Thakur

"The matter is subjudice and I have full faith in the Indian judicial system. We have called meetings time and again to implement justice Lodha committee recommendations. More than 85 per cent recommendations have been implemented," Anurag Thakur said.
2016-12-21 10:21:59 Read More

Jadeja jumps to career-best 2nd place, Ashwin retains top spot

Ravindra Jadeja's career best 10-wicket haul against England in the Chennai Test has helped him vault to the second spot, just behind his top-ranked teammate Ravichandran Ashwin, in the ICC rankings for Test bowlers.
2016-12-21 09:00:39 Read More

Dipa makes it a historic year for Indian gymnastics

She embodied the Olympic spirit despite missing out on a coveted podium finish and while she was at it, Dipa Karmakar gave Indian gymnastics some unprecedented moments of glory in what can be called a watershed year for the sport.
2016-12-21 08:34:19 Read More

Team needs Cook's power & runs, not his leadership: Vaughan

Vaughan also believes that it is high time that Cook sit down and ask himself if he is the right man to lead the team.
2016-12-21 05:52:27 Read More

Harendra Singh's bond for the future

Junior hockey coach Harendra says keeping team together can spawn more success.
2016-12-21 03:37:55 Read More

India v England: Making magic with 'Jaddu'

Ravindra Jadeja: Wily spinner proves he is more than just a 'Bad-Track' bully.
2016-12-21 03:24:45 Read More

Split with Hingis was no big secret, says Sania

"It's been a tough year physically and emotionally, dealing with a lot of things. The Olympic year is always emotionally tougher for athletes," Sania Mirza told TOI.
2016-12-21 03:10:55 Read More

India report card: Kohli, Ashwin headline 4-0 success

Following another series win at home, TOI Sports runs the rule over the performers for India during their 4-0 Test series win over England.
2016-12-21 02:55:23 Read More

It's just the beginning, we want to achieve much more: Kohli

India won their ninth Test of the year to stretch an unbeaten run to 18 and wrote a plethora of records, including notching up their biggest-ever series victory over England to bag the five-match series 4-0.
2016-12-20 14:39:36 Read More

It's just the beginning, we want to achieve much more: Kohli

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India finish 2016 at the top of ICC Test Team Rankings

The 4-0 Test series victory against England has helped India gain five points and they have moved to 120 points in the last Test team rankings update of 2016, 15 points ahead of second placed Australia.
2016-12-20 13:24:03 Read More

Talking points: 'Sir Jadeja' takes the final day honours

Here's a look at the major talking points from Day 5 of the fifth Test between India and England in Chennai.
2016-12-20 12:55:19 Read More

Petra Kvitova attacked by knife-wielding burglar

"Petra Kvitova was attacked in her flat this morning, it was a random crime, nobody was going to attack or rob her as Petra Kvitova," spokesman Karel Tejkal said. The Dnes daily said she had cuts on her left hand.
2016-12-20 11:43:40 Read More

Petra Kvitova attacked by knife-wielding burglar

Ravindra Jadeja's career-best seals unlikely win

Where a draw was the most likely result, Ravindra Jadeja pulled the floor from under England's feet with 7/48 on day five. This excellent performance bettered Jadeja's previous all-round best in a Test.
2016-12-20 11:18:09 Read More

Virat Kohli's team extends unbeaten streak to record 18

Virat Kohli's team equaled India's longest unbeaten run of 17 Tests in Mumbai and broke the record in Chennai with victory by an innings. This is India's 136th Test victory, 94th at home and 25th against England.
2016-12-20 10:53:42 Read More

Virat Kohli's team extends unbeaten streak to record 18

5th Test: Jadeja spins India to 4-0 series victory

India claimed the series 4-0, winning the final Test by an innings and 75 runs, thus extending their unbeaten run in Tests to 18 matches â€“ their longest ever - since losing the first Test at Galle against Sri Lanka in August 2015.
2016-12-20 10:39:16 Read More

5th Test, Day 5: India take four England wickets

In the second session, England lost four wickets and gave India a sniff at victory. England ended the session on 167 for four, trailing India by 115 runs.
2016-12-20 08:47:07 Read More

Bindra says goodbye in bad year for seniors, youngsters shine

Abhinav Bindra walked into the sunset after a glorious career but, in an unfortunate coincidence, dark clouds hovered over a house in disorder after the Indian shooting team returned with only luggage to boast for following a barren Olympic campaign.
2016-12-20 08:30:18 Read More

Rahul Dravid, 'A' wall behind India's bench strength

Credit must go to batting legend Rahul Dravid - the coach of the India A team since May last year - for making the Indian youngsters battle-ready for the top level.
2016-12-20 04:29:55 Read More

Murray and Kerber seize power and eye domination

Audacious coups by Andy Murray and Angelique Kerber have transformed the tennis landscape and they will begin 2017 eyeing the kind of domination that few would have thought possible at the start of a seismic year.
2016-12-20 03:59:48 Read More

Didn't feel the heat of milestone: Nair

Nair acknowledged that it was an "amazing moment", much different from the one that he experienced after scoring against Tamil Nadu in the Ranji Trophy final in 2014-15.
2016-12-20 02:48:16 Read More

Didn't feel the heat of milestone: Nair

Nair acknowledged that it was an "amazing moment", much different from the one that he experienced after scoring against Tamil Nadu in the Ranji Trophy final in 2014-15.
2016-12-20 02:48:16 Read More

How a premature birth led to passion for cricket

Karun, father Kaladharan reveals, was a â€œpremature babyâ€ born just eight months into pregnancy. Interestingly, this contributed to his parents enrolling him in a coaching academy as a kid.
2016-12-20 02:21:46 Read More

What's pressure of ton after cheating death, says Karun Nair

Karun Nair's unbeaten 303 against England in the ongoing fifth and final Test match put him in the same bracket as Garry Sobers and Bob Simpson on account of converting a debut century into a triple ton.
2016-12-19 14:36:32 Read More

Talking points: Nair announces himself on the world stage

Here's a look at the major talking points from the Day 1 of the fifth Test between India and England in Chennai.
2016-12-19 13:28:29 Read More

Chennai Test: Best knock of my life, says Karun Nair

"Best knock I have played in my life. Many situations in the middle when I had to play differently, with Rahul, Ashwin and Jaddu (Ravindra Jadeja). I have to thank them for supporting me, egging me on," Nair said.
2016-12-19 12:54:14 Read More

Chennai Test: Best knock of my life, says Karun Nair

A tale of strike-rates: India's top five highest Test scores

Karun Nair's 303 was scored at a strike-rate of just under 80; do you know how fast Sehwag scored his two triples and that 293?
2016-12-19 12:45:14 Read More

Karun Nair becomes second Indian to score 300 in Tests

Karun Nair also became the first Indian batsman to convert a maiden Test hundred into a triple-hundred, the first Indian batting at No 5 or lower to reach 300, and the highest score by an Asian batsman as a maiden Test century.
2016-12-19 11:45:43 Read More

Day 4, tea: Karun 195* sets India up for big lead â€‹

With a knock of 195 not out on Day 4 of the final Test, Karun Nair not only helped India (582/5) to a 105-run lead over England, but allowed his stature to grow as someone who is more than ready to cement a place in No.1 Test teamâ€™s XI.
2016-12-19 08:56:39 Read More

Karunâ€™s epic 303* takes India to record 759/7

With a knock of 303 not out â€“ in only his third Test innings - on Day 4 of the final Test, Karun Nair not only helped India to their highest ever team total in Tests (759/7), but allowed his stature to grow as someone who is more than ready to cement a place in the No.1 Test teamâ€™s XI.
2016-12-19 08:56:39 Read More

IPL 2017: Steyn, KP among big names without contracts

In all, 63 cricketers, of which 28 are overseas players, have been released by the eight IPL franchises for the 2017 season.
2016-12-19 08:15:59 Read More

Rahul should not think about the dismissal: Azhar

Mohammad Azharuddin, the only Indian till yesterday to get out on 199, has some advice for KL Rahul.
2016-12-19 06:20:24 Read More

Karunâ€™s 122* takes India to 463/5 at lunch on Day 4

Karun Nair scored his maiden Test century off 185 balls helping India to 463 for five at lunch. India scored 72 runs in the morning session, losing only one wicket.
2016-12-19 06:10:47 Read More

Australia survive scare to beat Pakistan by 39 runs

Australia captured Pakistan's last two wickets to win the first day-night Test in Brisbane by 39 runs before tea on day five on Monday but the touring side won huge admiration for their dogged fourth innings chase.
2016-12-19 04:31:24 Read More

'Failed' player guides juniors to hockey World Cup win

Harendra Singh revealed a pledge he took in 1998, when he became a coach, after being dumped as a player from the national team.
2016-12-18 23:53:43 Read More

Atletico de Kolkata pip Kerala in shootout to win ISL title

Both sides were locked 1-1 after extra time, leading to the shootout. Raja successfully converted the 5th penalty as the crowd at the Nehru Stadium were stunned into silence. ATK's co-owner Sourav Ganguly along with Sanjeev Goenka were ecstatic in beating Sachin Tendulkar's co-owned franchise.
2016-12-18 17:34:49 Read More

Atletico de Kolkata pip Kerala in shootout to win ISL title

Raja successfully converted the 5th penalty as the crowd at the Nehru Stadium were stunned into silence. ATK's co-owner Sourav Ganguly along with Sanjeev Goenka were ecstatic in beating Sachin Tendulkar's co-owned franchise.
2016-12-18 17:34:49 Read More

Atletico de Kolkata pip Kerala in shootout to win ISL title

Watch out for this side in future, says India captain Harjeet

"The crowd support gave us a lot of confidence but we played according to our structure which we have been implementing for the last two-and-a-half years. This team is going to give a lot of joy to you all in the future," Harjeet said.
2016-12-18 17:01:52 Read More

Watch out for this side in future, says India captain Harjeet

Junior Hockey World Cup: India claim title with 2-1 win over Belgium

Field goals to Gurjant Singh and Simranjeet Singh during the first half set up victory over Belgium, the second Indian team to lift the coveted prize.
2016-12-18 13:59:42 Read More

Indian batting not only about Virat Kohli: Stokes

Virat Kohli fell for 15 but India still had a solid day three with the bat with Lokesh Rahul making 199 and other contributions coming from Parthiv Patel (71) and Karun Nair (71 batting).
2016-12-18 13:48:11 Read More

Pressure of getting double hundred got to me: Rahul

It was the pressure of trying to reach a coveted milestone that became his undoing but KL Rahul is happy for the fact that it is not everyday that one gets to score 199 in a Test match.
2016-12-18 13:34:05 Read More

Live Blog: Junior Hockey World Cup final - India vs Belgium

Get the latest updates of India v Belgium Junior Hockey World Cup 2016 final match.
2016-12-18 12:24:13 Read More

Talking points: Rahul's 199 and Kohli rare failure

Here's a look at the major talking points from Day 3 of the fifth Test between India and England in Chennai.
2016-12-18 12:20:48 Read More

Olympic debacle makes it a forgettable year for archers

Way off the mark despite the best of preparations, Indian archers were left to count the losses after a second successive disastrous Olympic campaign which threw the sport itself into disarray in a thoroughly forgettable 2016.
2016-12-18 08:54:52 Read More

Olympic debacle makes it a forgettable year for archers

Rahulâ€™s 199 drives India to commanding position

â€‹Rahul missed out on a double hundred as he was dismissed for 199 but India reached 391/4 at the end of day 3, trailing England by 86 runs. Karun Nair and Parthiv Patel notched up half centuries on day three.
2016-12-18 06:15:01 Read More

Ibrahimovic brace sees Man Utd close on top four

Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored twice as Manchester United secured their fourth consecutive victory with a comfortable 2-0 victory at West Bromwich Albion on Saturday.
2016-12-18 04:46:45 Read More

ISL final: ATK, Blasters engage in final throw of the dice

On Sunday evening, all roads in Kochi will lead to the Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium, the fortress of Kerala Blasters Football Club, where they will take on Atletico de Kolkata in the final of the third edition of Indian Super League.
2016-12-18 04:29:46 Read More

Undefeated Vijender Singh eyes new title next year

The WBO Asia-Pacific title won and defended successfully, Indian boxing star Vijender Singh will now be on the prowl for a new belt and could be challenging for the Commonwealth or the Oriental crown in the next couple of months.
2016-12-18 04:27:28 Read More

Jr. hockey WC: India look to repeat history

Boys in blue take on rising giants Belgium in the final.
2016-12-18 04:21:30 Read More

India v England, 5th Test, Chennai: Umesh and Co. not limited anymore

On a dead pitch at Chepauk, Umesh and Ishant Sharma (playing after a seven-match gap), who made an impression with pace and bounce.
2016-12-18 03:45:10 Read More

Vijender knocks out Cheka to defend WBO Asia Pacific title

Star Indian boxer Vijender Singh defended his WBO Asia Pacific super middleweight title in style with a knock-out win over challenger and former world champion Francis Cheka on Saturday.
2016-12-17 16:48:15 Read More

BWF Finals: PV Sindhu bows out, loses to Sung in semis

Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu lost her semi-final match in a tight three games against Sung Ji-hyun of Korea to bow out of the BWF World Super Series Finals in Dubai on Saturday.
2016-12-17 15:44:10 Read More

BWF Finals: PV Sindhu bows out, loses to Sung in semis

It was a contest between Sindhu's power and Sung Ji's precision and unfortunately the Indian failed to break the Korean's impregnable defence and went down fighting 15-21 21-18 16-21 in a thrilling 76-minute contest.
2016-12-17 15:44:10 Read More

5th Test, Day 2 talking points: Dawson-Rashid resistance

Here's a look at the major talking points from the Day 2 of the fifth Test between India and England in Chennai.
2016-12-17 13:31:06 Read More

PAGE 5

Sharad Pawar steps down from post of MCA president

Sharad Pawar is one of the biggest name in BCCI administration and he has stepped down adhering to the norm of age-cap of 70 years as prescribed by the Lodha panel stating that he is "hurt" by the perception that people stick around in BCCI as it is "lucrative".
2016-12-17 12:56:24 Read More

Sharad Pawar steps down from post of MCA president

The former ICC and BCCI president is one of the biggest name in BCCI administration and he has stepped down adhering to the norm of age-cap of 70 years as prescribed by the Lodha panel stating that he is "hurt" by the perception that people stick around in BCCI as it is "lucrative".
2016-12-17 12:56:24 Read More

Sharad Pawar steps down from post of MCA president

MS Dhoni should continue as skipper: Kapil Dev

"I think the answer people should look for is are we ready to ask Dhoni to take a back seat. It is more important. I think if he is good enough he should carry on. When the time will come Dhoni may quit all three formats," Kapil said.
2016-12-17 11:13:40 Read More

India 60/0 in reply to Englandâ€™s 477 on Day 2

From 321 for seven, England went on to post 477 runs, courtesy, a 108-run stand for the eighth wicket Rashid (60) and Dawson (66*). In reply, India reached 60/0 with KL Rahul (30*) and Parthiv Patel (28*) in the middle.
2016-12-17 11:08:55 Read More

Day 2, Tea: 50s from Rashid, Dawson frustrate India

Going in to lunch with England at 352/7 on day two, India would aimed to wrap the England innings under 400, but by the time the second break was taken, England were still batting and had reached 452 for eight.
2016-12-17 08:51:39 Read More

History awaits Indian hockey team in Junior World Cup final

A win away from rewriting history after a long gap of 15 years, Indian colts would look to showcase their best and leave nothing to chance when they take on Belgium in the summit showdown of the men's Junior Hockey World Cup on Sunday.
2016-12-17 07:31:07 Read More

Aditi Ashok makes it a year to remember for Indian golf

A teenaged Aditi Ashok rose from obscurity to take Indian golf scene by storm even as seasoned professionals went through their usual crests and troughs in a reasonably good year for the sport, which returned to the Olympic fold after more than a century.
2016-12-17 07:11:44 Read More

Aditi Ashok makes it a year to remember for Indian golf

Day 2, Lunch: Ind take 3 in session; Eng 352/7

India bowled their heart out in the morning session of day two of the fifth India v England Test at the MA Chidambaram stadium, Chennai on Saturday, but failed wrap up the England innings as the vistors reached 352 for seven at lunch on Day 2
2016-12-17 06:08:50 Read More

Forlan is best-paid player in ISL with Rs 6 crore contract

Indian Super League franchises have resisted the temptation of spending wildly on marquee players this season, despite the amount being excluded from the salary cap.
2016-12-17 04:46:12 Read More

Vijender Singh is ready for title defence

The trickery of fake anger often has a narrative some sort of build-up to make things tense and exciting in the world of boxing.
2016-12-17 04:21:25 Read More

India v England: DRS leaves Joe Root frustrated

Joe Root was a "disappointed" and "frustrated" man at stumps. On 88, he missed an attempted sweep off Ravindra Jadeja and the ball went underneath his bat, only to be taken by Parthiv Patel, who didn't seem too interested in appealing.
2016-12-17 03:21:54 Read More

Fielding lapses return to haunt Kohli & Co

If there has been one blot on India's otherwise impeccable performance in this series, it has been their fielding.
2016-12-17 03:01:03 Read More

Cricket can never be free of corruption: Salman Butt

Butt who has tasted his biggest cricketing success this week since his five year ban for spot-fixing expired in September 2015, said corruption could not be eradicated completely from cricket.
2016-12-16 16:54:07 Read More

Cricket can never be free of corruption: Salman Butt

BWF Finals: PV Sindhu beats Marin to enter semi-finals

Olympic silver medalists PV Sindhu took revenge of her Rio Games final lost, when she defeated world number 2 Carolina Marin in straight games in her final group B match of the prestigious BWF World Super Series Finals.
2016-12-16 15:03:12 Read More

India beat Australia to enter Junior Hockey World Cup final

India colts beat formidable Australia in the second semi-final to enter final of the 2016 Junior Hockey World Cup at the Major Dhyan Chand Hockey Stadium in Lucknow on Friday.
2016-12-16 14:17:00 Read More

BWF Finals: Sindhu faces Marin in must-win clash

The two finalists from the Rio Olympics meet in a crucial match in Dubai on Friday.
2016-12-16 11:48:36 Read More

5th Test, Day 1 talking points: Root's sweeping effect

Here's a look at the major talking points from the Day 1 of the fifth Test between India and England in Chennai.
2016-12-16 11:44:52 Read More

5th Test, Day 1 talking points: Root's sweeping effect

Here's a look at the major talking points from the Day 1 of the fifth Test between India and England in Chennai.
2016-12-16 11:44:52 Read More

Junior Hockey WC semi-final live: India vs Australia

Follow the latest updates from India v Australia Junior Hockey World Cup 2016 semi-final match.
2016-12-16 11:16:47 Read More

Junior Hockey World Cup: India face Australia in semi-final

The Indian Colts will face Australia in today's final four clash at Lucknow's Major Dhyan Chand Hockey Stadium.
2016-12-16 06:11:03 Read More

5th Test, Lunch report: Eng steady after losing openers

The toss did not go in Kohliâ€™s favour for the fourth time in the series, but that did not matter much in the first session of the morning session as India managed to remove England openers before Joe Root (44*) and Moeen Ali (7*) ensured there was no further damage taking lunch at 68 for two.
2016-12-16 06:10:01 Read More

5th Test, Day 1: Moeen Ali leads England to 284/4

A solid 146-run stand for the third wicket between Joe Root and Moeen Ali on day one of the fifth Test allowed the visitors build on the luck Cook enjoyed at the toss as England opted to bat first and finished day one with 284 for four on the board.
2016-12-16 06:10:01 Read More

SCORECARD: Cricketer scores 160, teammates 0, team total 169

Swart managed 160, and with nine extra Mpumalanga posted 169. The rest of the team combined for a grand total of 0. Apart from Swart, who opened the innings, each one of her team-mates who came out to bat remarkably failed to open their accounts.
2016-12-16 04:13:47 Read More

BCCI v Lodha: BCCI officials in a bind

Caught between the devil and the deep sea, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) officials find themselves in a bind.
2016-12-16 04:07:32 Read More

Live updates: India v England, 5th Test, Day 1,Chennai

Catch all the live cricket score updates, ball by ball cricket commentary from the 5th Test between India v England in Chennai.
2016-12-16 03:38:47 Read More

To get better overseas, Virat Kohli seeks county stint

This Indian team, led by Virat Kohli, isn't the first to look invincible at home. Mohammad Azharuddin's unit of the 1990s was quite remarkable in home conditions, so was Sourav Ganguly's team in the early 2000s.
2016-12-16 03:24:48 Read More

You will have no place to go but jail: SC warns Thakur

The Supreme Court on Thursday held the BCCI chief Anurag Thakur "prima facie" guilty of committing the twin offences of contempt of court and perjury to sabotage the court's order to clean up the board.
2016-12-15 18:43:38 Read More

Sindhu loses second match at BWF World Super Series Final

PV Sindhu, who recently clinched the China Super Series Premier and reached the finals at the Hong Kong Open, lost 15-21, 17-21 to World No 6 Sun Yu of China in a Group B contest that lasted 49 minutes.
2016-12-15 16:17:02 Read More

Sindhu loses second match at BWF World Super Series Final

Wet pitch, no issue: Root does knocking on 'Chepauk Road'

Necessity as they say is the mother of invention and England's premier batsman Joe Root showed the way as he decided to take throwdowns on the cemented road with the practice pitches at the Chepauk stadium badly damaged due to Cyclone Vardah.
2016-12-15 15:46:07 Read More

Junior Hockey World Cup: India beat Spain 2-1 to enter semis

Favourites India overcame a goal deficit to edge out Spain 2-1 thereby sealing a semi-final spot in the men's Junior Hockey World Cup on Thursday. The hosts will meet Australia in the semi-final on Friday.
2016-12-15 14:09:05 Read More

Virat Kohli urges India to 'leave mark on world cricket'

Virat Kohli called on his players to build on recent successes and become a team that can be mentioned in the same breath as Don Bradman's Australian "Invincibles" and the legendary West Indies side of the 1980s.
2016-12-15 12:11:23 Read More

BCCI v Lodha: Anurag Thakur committed perjury, suggests SC

India's Supreme Court has suggested that Anurag Thakur is guilty of having committed perjury by writing to the ICC earlier this year which, in the view of the apex court, amounted to outside interference.
2016-12-15 09:52:07 Read More

Kohli: We aim to excel not just in Tests but all formats

The top-ranked Indian Test team is on a roll having triumphed in five straight series under Virat Kohli but the captain insists his side will have to keep winning consistently for the next 7-8 years to leave a mark on the world stage.
2016-12-15 09:46:48 Read More

Kohli planning to play county cricket before England tour

The forgettable tour of England two years ago still fresh in his mind, Indian Test skipper Virat Kohli on Thursday said he would love to play country cricket before the team tours England in 2018.
2016-12-15 08:36:25 Read More

Kohli planning to play county cricket before England tour

2016 in review: Kohli offers vision of India future

Virat Kohli joined the greats with three double-centuries as India dominated Test cricket in a year where 'homeless' Pakistan soared and dived and Australia grappled with crisis.
2016-12-15 05:27:43 Read More

2016 in review: Notable sports deaths

AFP Sport review of notable sports deaths of the year
2016-12-15 05:00:14 Read More

Ibrahimovic late show lifts Manchester United

Zlatan Ibrahimovic's late strike gave Manchester United a 2-1 win at Crystal Palace after Jose Mourinho's side once again appeared in danger of squandering three points on Wednesday.
2016-12-15 03:52:13 Read More

5th Test: Unstoppable India on the verge of history

Virat Kohliâ€™s team equaled Indiaâ€™s longest unbeaten run of 17 Tests in Mumbai; can Chennai produce No 18?
2016-12-15 03:07:39 Read More

Perfect 10 for Chelsea as Liverpool go second

Fabregas, who came in for Nemanja Matic, curled in from Willian's 40th-minute cut-back to establish Chelsea's longest winning run within the same league campaign since 2005-06.
2016-12-15 02:48:27 Read More

5th Test: Chennai awaits cyclone Ashwin

The offspinner, with 247 wickets, is on the verge of becoming the fastest to reach 250 scalps in Tests, ahead of Australian pace legend Dennis Lillee, who got there in 48.
2016-12-15 02:44:22 Read More

ISL: Kerala make final after Delhi goof up in penalty shootout

Kerala Blasters strode into the final of the Indian Super League (ISL) after a 10-man Delhi Dynamos, in a shocking display, missed thrice in the penalty shootout in their second-leg semi-final on Wednesday.
2016-12-14 17:23:29 Read More

ISL: Kerala make final after Delhi goof up in penalty shootout

Wrong to compare Virat with Sachin now, feels Boycott

Though he himself is now a member of the 'Kohli fan club,' England opening great-turned commentator Geoff Boycott offered a 'reality check' for the supporters of the batsman, currently enjoying the best phase of his career.
2016-12-14 15:44:32 Read More

Sindhu wins opening match at World Super Series Final

Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu made a winning start to her maiden campaign at the prestigious BWF World Super Series Final, defeating higher-ranked Akane Yamaguchi of Japan in an entertaining opening women's singles Group B match on Wednesday.
2016-12-14 14:59:46 Read More

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Sindhu wins opening match at World Super Series Final

Groundsmen use burning coal to dry fifth Test match stripâ€‹

Cyclone 'Vardah' that lashed Chennai last Monday caused considerable damage to property and the iconic cricket stadium has also not been spared. The downpour has left a lot of dampness on the 22-yard strip.
2016-12-14 13:19:26 Read More

Sreejesh using Junior World Cup to hone coaching skills

Sreejesh is currently with the India colts participating in the Junior World Cup as a goalkeeping consultant, a role which he feels will benefit him as well as junior goalkeepers Vikas Dahiya and Krishan B Pathak in the longer run.
2016-12-14 12:27:25 Read More

Anderson should look at his own performance, says Kohli's coach

Virat Kohli scored his career-best 235 in Mumbai Test which India won by an innings and 36 runs but James Anderson said that any technical deficiency that the Indian captain has is not in play because of the pitches.
2016-12-14 11:47:06 Read More

Kohli is two times more aggressive than me, says Ganguly

Saurav Ganguly, during his time as India captain was known to be an aggressive leader, famously celebrating India's Natwest Series win in 2002 by taking off his shirt at Lord's. But the former skipper feels that Virat Kohli is two times more aggressive than him.
2016-12-14 11:27:06 Read More

Time will tell if Ashwin can be equally lethal abroad: Kartik

Ravichandran Ashwin is going through a purple patch but only time will tell whether he is able to replicate his stupendous home success when the team travels overseas, says former India spinner Murali Kartik.
2016-12-14 10:23:19 Read More

India look to play 'simple hockey' in quarters

Having received a much-needed wake-up call in their final pool match, favourites India would look to iron out chinks in the armour and play "simple hockey" when they face Spain in the quarterfinals of the men's Junior Hockey World Cup on Thursday.
2016-12-14 07:49:18 Read More

India look to play 'simple hockey' in quarters

Smriti lone Indian in ICC Women's Team of the Year

India batswoman Smriti Mandhana has been named in the Women's Team of the Year 2016, the International Cricket Council (ICC) announced on Wednesday.
2016-12-14 07:21:10 Read More

Vardha effect: No practice at Chepauk for teams

Chennai was still reeling under the effects of Cyclone Vardah when India and England arrived on Tuesday to play the fifth and final Test match of the series.
2016-12-14 04:14:36 Read More

SC refuses to recall its order on cricket reform

In a verdict that almost closes BCCI's window to not implement Supreme Court mandated reforms, the apex court refused to recall its verdict in which a slew of directions were issued to radically alter the administrative structure of the world's richest cricket body.
2016-12-14 03:57:25 Read More

Rampaging India look to increase Cook's woes

A rampant India will look to create history in the fifth and final Test against England from Friday by piling more misery on Alastair Cook in what could be his last outing as the tourists' skipper.
2016-12-14 03:18:42 Read More

Is Virat Kohli Indiaâ€™s captain for all formats?

The Indian squad has responded magnificently to Kohli's leadership over a period of two years in the Test arena and former cricketers think it's time the selectors look at him as the answer to India's captaincy on all formats.
2016-12-14 02:45:01 Read More

EPL: Williams atones to end Arsenal's unbeaten run

Ashley Williams's 86th-minute header saw Everton return to form in spectacular fashion as they hit back to dent Arsenal's Premier League title hopes in a 2-1 victory on Tuesday.
2016-12-13 22:09:39 Read More

ISL 2016: Kolkata in final after draw with Mumbai

Atletico de Kolkata, reduced to ten men from the 43d minute, reached the final of the Indian Super League on goal aggregate after playing out a hard-tackling, goalless draw with Mumbai City FC in the second leg semi-final.
2016-12-13 16:03:49 Read More

SC dismisses BCCI review plea against Lodha panel reforms

The apex court had on July 18 passed the order on the recommendations of Justice Lodha committee and ordered a comprehensive revamp of the BCCI over the next six months, to be overseen by the committee.
2016-12-13 14:02:00 Read More

SC dismisses BCCI review plea against Lodha panel reforms

Vijender's Olympic bronze medal is nothing: Challenger Cheka

Indian boxer Vijender Singh's next WBO Asia Pacific challenger Tanzanian Francis Cheka on Tuesday took one-upmanship in Pro-Boxing to another level by undermining India's first Olympic medallist in the sport.
2016-12-13 13:29:21 Read More

Vijender's Olympic bronze medal is nothing: Challenger Cheka

Indian boxer Vijender Singh's next WBO Asia Pacific challenger - Tanzanian Francis Cheka - on Tuesday took one-upmanship in Pro-Boxing to another level by undermining India's first Olympic medallist in the sport.
2016-12-13 13:29:21 Read More

Kapil takes jibe at Anderson, says Kohli will score everywhere

"Virat Kohli can very well play in all conditions. He is simply playing fabulous cricket. It is great to see an Indian play like this. I have never seen a cricketer like him," said Kapil Dev on Tuesday.
2016-12-13 11:41:45 Read More

Kohli gets career-best ranking, Ashwin consolidates top spot

Virat Kohli, who hit 235 in India's only innings in Mumbai in the fourth Test, his highest score in the longest format, has earned him 53 points, which has lifted him by one position to a career-best second rank.
2016-12-13 11:20:34 Read More

Ronaldo says Ballon d'Or win clouded by fraud allegations

Cristiano Ronaldo, who picked up his fourth footballer of the year award on Monday, told France Football magazine in an interview published in part by the sports daily L'Equipe that the allegations have been hard to bear for himself and his loved ones.
2016-12-13 10:46:20 Read More

Inzamam criticises Anderson over comments on Kohli

Pakistan chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq has criticised James Anderson for his uncharitable comments about Virat Kohli's technique, saying that the England pacer should first take wickets in India before questioning the Indian skipper's capabilities.
2016-12-13 07:13:24 Read More

Magnificent Kohli follows in Tendulkar's footsteps

Not since Sachin Tendulkar retired in 2013 has an Indian cricketer commanded the adulation that Virat Kohli is currently enjoying, and few would argue that he is not deserving of it.
2016-12-13 05:37:09 Read More

Kohli and the art of effective restraint

Restraint invariably dominates most good Test knocks. Watching Kohli now, tells us that dominating isn't only about peppering the boundaries, it is about demoralising the opposition by choosing not to execute some trademark strokes.
2016-12-13 03:54:23 Read More

Virat Kohli 3.0 takes Indian cricket to another level

With coach Anil Kumble lending considerable weight as a teacher, tactician and motivator, Kohli has gone about fashioning a bunch of talented, fearless yet thoughtful cricketers who relish a challenge.
2016-12-13 02:40:04 Read More

First day-night Ashes Test set for Adelaide

Australia and England will play the first day-night Ashes Test at Adelaide Oval in December next year, adding a bold new ingredient to one of cricket's oldest and fiercest rivalries.
2016-12-13 02:21:33 Read More

Ronaldo caps dream year with fourth Ballon d'Or

Cristiano Ronaldo has been voted the best player in the world for a fourth time, taking home the Ballon d'Or award in a year in which he led Portugal to their first European Championship title and Real Madrid to another Champions League trophy.
2016-12-12 19:25:28 Read More

Pankaj Advani wins World Billiards Championships title

Pankaj Advani beat multiple world champion Peter Gilchrist by six games to three in a gripping final contest to win his 11th World Billiards (150-Up format) Championships title, which was also his 16th world title overall.
2016-12-12 17:20:32 Read More

AB de Villiers stands down as South Africa Test captain

De Villiers, 32, has been struggling with an elbow injury for six months and is out of the three-match home Test series against Sri Lanka that starts on December 26. De Villiers was appointed captain in January following the resignation of Hashim Amla.
2016-12-12 17:09:01 Read More

Virat Kohli and the art of effective restraint

'Hitting out of trouble' isn't an unfamiliar theory in international cricket. And it's no surprise to see Kohli egging youngsters to hit in-rhythm bowlers out of the attack. Given his innate, famously brash and in-your-face demeanour, it would just seem right.
2016-12-12 16:51:41 Read More

Photo leak suggests Ballon d'Or bound for Ronaldo

Spanish sport daily Marca was one of several media to publish a photo on Monday that appears to confirm Cristiano Ronaldo as the winner of this year's Ballon d'Or.
2016-12-12 16:43:29 Read More

I want to continue for another 3-4 years: Mary Kom

MC Mary Kom recently decided to go back to the light flyweight (48kg division) amid speculation that it is among the two categories that the International Boxing Association is pushing for inclusion in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
2016-12-12 15:06:46 Read More

I want to continue for another 3-4 years: Mary Kom

Junior Hockey World Cup: India beat South Africa 2-1 to top pool

Favourites India beat South Africa 2-1 in their last league match and with three wins, they topped pool D and will now face Spain in the quarterfinals. The last-eight contests will be played on Thursday, December 15.
2016-12-12 14:14:36 Read More

Live Blog: Junior Hockey World Cup - India vs South Africa

India face South Africa in their Group D final league match of the Junior Hockey World Cup.
2016-12-12 12:27:54 Read More

UCL: Arsenal get Bayern again, Barcelona meet PSG

Arsenal will have another chance to beat Bayern Munich in a Champions League knockout tie after the sides were paired in the round of 16 following Monday's draw.
2016-12-12 11:42:54 Read More

Told Anderson to move on: Kohli on bowler's comments

Virat Kohli's maturity as a captain came to the fore on Monday as he made light of James Anderson's comments about his technique urging the England veteran to "move on."
2016-12-12 07:43:11 Read More

Kohli describes Test win 'sweetest' in recent times

India on Monday removed the remaining four England wickets in the morning after they had resumed their second innings at 182 for 6 to script a massive win.
2016-12-12 06:08:38 Read More

Twitter reacts: 'Blessed to have Kohli and Ashwin'

India beat England by an innings and 36 runs in Mumbai Test to win the five-Test series 3-0 with a match remaining. Under Virat Kohli, India have now won five consecutive series wins in a row and have remained unbeaten in 17 successive Tests.
2016-12-12 05:35:44 Read More

Coaches didn't expect me to return so soon: Saina Nehwal

Nothing prepared Saina for the trauma that would follow, post her crashing out of the Rio Olympics when she could barely move on court during her group match.
2016-12-12 05:24:32 Read More

4th Test: All-round India cap off resounding series win

Ravichandran Ashwin made short work of England lower order as he picked up his 24th five-wicket haul in Tests to hasten India's march towards a fifth series win in a row as they won the fourth Test by an innings and 36 runs in Mumbai on Monday.
2016-12-12 04:52:04 Read More

4th Test: All-round India cap off resounding series win

2016, the year of the 'sensation' that is Virat Kohli

Before this home season began, the world had already acknowledged Kohli as the best limited-overs cricketer in business. By the time the year was done, Kohli emerged as the undisputed king of 2016.
2016-12-12 03:32:58 Read More

EPL: Diego Costa gem sends Chelsea back to the top

Diego Costa fired Chelsea back to the top of the Premier League as the Spain striker's late winner clinched a hard-fought 1-0 victory against West Bromwich Albion on Sunday.
2016-12-11 14:20:47 Read More

Kohli's purple patch due to helpful tracks: Anderson

Virat Kohli may be going through a purple patch of his international career but England pacer Jimmy Anderson took a slight dig saying that if Indian captain's technical glitches if any aren't visible because of the helpful Indian tracks which lacks pace and movement.
2016-12-11 13:48:23 Read More

James Anderson takes a dig at Virat Kohli

Kohli may be going through a purple patch of his international career but Anderson took a slight dig saying that if Indian captain's technical glitches if any aren't visible because of the helpful Indian tracks.
2016-12-11 13:48:23 Read More

I am happy to continue batting at No. 9, says Jayant

After becoming the first number nine Indian batsman to score a Test ton, Jayant Yadav said he always had been a handy batsman at the domestic level. Yadav, who hit 15 fours in his 244-ball essay, was the more aggressive batsman in the first hour of play.
2016-12-11 12:59:46 Read More

I am happy to continue batting at No. 9, says Jayant

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I am happy to continue batting at No. 9, says Jayant

Ronaldo declared 20m euros in Swiss banks: El Mundo

Cristiano Ronaldo declared income of over 225 million euros in 2015, including 20 million euros held in 22 Swiss bank accounts, a Spanish newspaper reported as the Real Madrid star battles accusations of tax evasion. He earned 203.7 million euros outside of Spain and 23.5 million inside the country.
2016-12-11 12:32:36 Read More

If I am sacked on pretext of indiscipline, so be it: Amritraj

Davis Cup captain Anand Amritraj on Sunday strongly defended himself, saying there has never been breach of discipline during his three-year reign and if AITA wants to sack him on the pretext of it, he can't help it. Amritraj is facing a lot of flak after reports of indiscipline in the team emerged.
2016-12-11 11:49:23 Read More

If I am sacked on pretext of indiscipline, so be it: Amritraj

Talking Points: Kohli's epic knock and Jadeja's 100th

There was a time when Indian cricket fans would fill stadiums just to watch Sachin Tendulkar bat, no bothering much with the context of the match. Three years after his retirement, it is safe to say that the mantle has been passed on to Virat Kohli.
2016-12-11 11:39:04 Read More

4th Test: England succumb to spin after Kohli double

Virat Kohli scored his third double-century as England were left gasping after being reduced to 182/6 on Sunday, still 49 runs adrift of India's lead and the prospect of batting for three more sessions to save the Test.
2016-12-11 11:12:18 Read More

Tea report: Jadeja double-strike hurts England

Virat Kohli and Jayant Yadav combined to create records galore as India tightened their grip over the fourth Test, striking down three England wickets cheaply on Saturday. At tea, England were 49/3 still trailing by 182 runs after India were all out for 631.
2016-12-11 08:52:36 Read More

India v England, 5th Test: Saha, Shami out of series

Wriddhiman Saha and Mohammed Shami will not feature in the fifth and final Test between India and England starting December 16, the BCCI has confirmed.
2016-12-11 08:51:34 Read More

Jr. Hockey World Cup: Buoyant India eye top spot in the pool

Aiming to make the quarter-finals with an all-win record, favourites India would look to iron out the chinks in their armoury when they take on South Africa in their last Pool D match of the Junior Hockey World Cup on Monday.
2016-12-11 07:46:50 Read More

Kohli 1st Indian captain to hit 3 Test double tons

Virat Kohli racked up his third double century of the year, his third in as many series in the morning session of day four of the fourth Test against England off 302 deliveries at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Sunday.
2016-12-11 06:06:57 Read More

Real Madrid set new 35-game unbeaten run record

Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos produced more late drama by powering home a stoppage-time winner to beat Deportivo la Coruna 3-2 as the European champions set a new club record of 35 games unbeaten in all competitions.
2016-12-11 05:22:52 Read More

Festival of 1458 hockey teams begins

The Odisha government flagged off a `hockey festival' featuring 1458 teams from Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and Odisha. The tournament has been organised with the intention of keeping the tribal youth away from the growing influence of the Maoist forces in the region.
2016-12-11 04:19:22 Read More

EPL: Mesut Ozil proves worth as Arsenal go top

Mesut Ozil provided a timely reminder of his importance to Arsenal's title hopes with a superb header in a 3-1 win against Stoke that moved the Gunners to the top of the Premier League on Saturday.
2016-12-10 17:51:56 Read More

This hundred is special, says opener Murali Vijay

Opener Murali Vijay on Saturday termed his century "special", having found his mojo back after failures in the last four outings, and said he backed his instincts while batting in the ongoing fourth cricket Test against England.
2016-12-10 17:06:45 Read More

This hundred is special, says opener Murali Vijay

Junior Hockey WC: India beat England 5-3, virtually in quarters

Favourites India continued their strong showing in the men's Junior Hockey World Cup as they scored a dominating 5-3 win over England in a Pool D encounter to virtually secure a place in the quarter-finals on Saturday.
2016-12-10 14:11:57 Read More

Junior Hockey WC: India beat England 5-3, virtually in quarters

In the final seconds of the first half, England managed to earn their first penalty corner of the match, but they fumbled as India went into half time leading 2-1. India continued in the same vein after the change of ends and rose to the occasion to extend the home team's lead.
2016-12-10 14:11:57 Read More

Shuttler Kashyap loses in Korea Open semi-finals

Indian shuttler Parupalli Kashyap's good run at the Korea Open came to an end after he suffered a narrow defeat against top seed Son Wan Ho in the semi-finals of the Grand Prix Gold tournament on Saturday.
2016-12-10 12:47:19 Read More

Talking Points: Milestone man Kohli & Root's golden arm

Here's a look at the major talking points from the Day 3 of the fourth Test between India and England in Mumbai.
2016-12-10 12:14:59 Read More

Talking Points: Milestone man Kohli & Root's golden arm

Here's a look at the major talking points from the Day 3 of the fourth Test between India and England in Mumbai.
2016-12-10 12:14:59 Read More

LIVE | Junior Hockey World Cup: India vs England

Get the latest updates of India v England Junior Hockey World Cup 2016 match. Check live commentary & live score
2016-12-10 12:12:04 Read More

Kohli retains second spot in ICC ODI batsmen rankings

India's Virat Kohli retained his second spot in the latest ICC Player Rankings for ODI Batsmen but Australian opener David Warner was breathing down his neck with just two points behind in the chart issued on Saturday.
2016-12-10 09:02:09 Read More

Tea report: Kohli, Jadeja key with India 52 adrift

An inspired bowling change in Joe Root worked like magic for England as he picked two wickets in four deliveries to hurt India midway through the second session but Ravindra Jadeja (22*) struck a four and a six immediately after arriving at the crease to repair the damage.
2016-12-10 08:52:48 Read More

4th Test: Kohli masterclass puts India in the lead

At the close of play, powered by centuries from Virat Kohli (147*) and Murali Vijay (136), India were 451/7 leading England by 51 runs in the fourth Test underway in Mumbai.
2016-12-10 08:52:48 Read More

4th Test: Kohli masterclass puts India in the lead

I want to play PV Sindhu again: Carolina Marin

The Spaniard will be in India soon to represent Hyderabad Hunters in the second edition of the Premier Badminton League (PBL).
2016-12-10 04:21:45 Read More

Junior Hockey World Cup: India look to outclass England

India play England in a crucial pool D game in the Junior Men's World Cup Hockey on Saturday. In all probability, the result of the match will decide which side will top the pool.
2016-12-10 04:05:29 Read More

'Keaton learnt to play spinners from Kohli'

In an exclusive chat with TOI on Friday, Jennings Sr., 62, spoke of the gamut of emotions he went through watching his son bat. The overwhelming one was pride.
2016-12-10 03:40:02 Read More

ISL 3: Final four to the fore

While all eyes will be on the foreign stars in the ISL-3 semifinals, you can never count out Indiaâ€™s Sunil Chhetri to dictate play and come up with crucial goals for Mumbai City FC.
2016-12-10 02:16:53 Read More

Sindhu, Marin excited about playing in PBL-2

Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu is raring to go for the second edition of Premier Badminton League (PBL), starting on January 1 next year, as she expects an exciting competition with several top players, including world number one Carolina Marin, set to take part in it.
2016-12-09 15:31:47 Read More

Wicket still good for batting, says Jos Buttler

The dry Wankhede Stadium pitch on which Indian spinners claimed all the 10 wickets in England first innings in the fourth cricket Test here, was still good enough to bat on after two days of play, said visiting team batsman Jos Buttler on Friday.
2016-12-09 14:02:21 Read More

Wicket still good for batting, says Jos Buttler

Quality of Indian bowlers far better, says Parthiv Patel

Leading 2-0 in the five match series, India made a strong reply with the bat to be well placed at 146 for one after off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin picked up yet another five-wicket haul on day two of the fourth Test.
2016-12-09 13:46:24 Read More

Quality of Indian bowlers far better, says Parthiv Patel

Parthiv insisted that the quality of India's bowling is "far better" than that of the England side as the home team bowlers are not dependent on pitch conditions alone.
2016-12-09 13:46:24 Read More

More than 1,000 Russian athletes in doping: McLaren

Canadian lawyer and doping investigator Richard Mclaren, who has previously accused Russia of "state-sponsored" cheating, said in his report for WADA that international sport had been "hijacked" by the Russians.
2016-12-09 12:29:08 Read More

Talking Points: Deja vu and R Ashwin equals Kapil Dev

Here's a look at the major talking points from the Day 2 of the fourth Test between India and England in Mumbai.
2016-12-09 11:51:51 Read More

Umpire Paul Reiffel not to take further part in fourth Test

The incident took place in the post lunch session on the first day of the penultimate Test of the series when on-field umpire Reiffel, standing at the square leg, was struck on the back of his head by a throw from fielder Bhuvneshwar Kumar in the deep.
2016-12-09 11:45:51 Read More

Umpire Paul Reiffel not to take further part in fourth Test

Reiffel, 50, standing at the square leg, was struck on the back of his head by a throw from fielder Bhuvneshwar Kumar in the deep on Day 1.
2016-12-09 11:45:51 Read More

Umpire Paul Reiffel not to take further part in fourth Test

Reiffel, 50, standing at the square leg, was struck on the back of his head by a throw from fielder Bhuvneshwar Kumar in the deep on Day 1.
2016-12-09 11:45:51 Read More

3rd ODI: Australia beat New Zealand by 117 runs

The Australian vice-captain David Warner scored 156 off 128 balls -- more than half of his team's 264 for eight total -- with 13 fours and four sixes. Mitchell Starc then led Australia to a series clean sweep helping to skittle New Zealand for 147 off 36.1 overs to reclaim the Chappell-Hadlee Trophy.
2016-12-09 11:32:58 Read More

4th Test: Vijay, Pujara lead India's strong reply

Murali Vijay and Cheteshwar Pujara wore down England bowlers to help India recover from an early blow and drove them to a position of strength at stumps on Day 2 of the fourth Test in Mumbai.
2016-12-09 11:21:36 Read More

Cash-strapped IPTL will 'bounce back', says Bhupathi

The International Premier Tennis League will "bounce back" despite axing Roger Federer and Serena Williams over money problems and dropping from five tournaments to three, its founder said.
2016-12-09 09:45:26 Read More

Cash-strapped IPTL will 'bounce back', says Bhupathi

Tea report: India lose Rahul after England's 400

In reply to England's 400, India were 62/1 following a steady start, trailing by 338 runs at tea.
2016-12-09 08:49:21 Read More

BCCI v Lodha: Supreme Court adjourns hearing to Dec 14

The apex court adjourned Friday's session on the grounds that urgent decisions are required, as per the amicus curiae Gopal Subramanian.
2016-12-09 08:45:54 Read More

Injured Rahane may miss limited overs games too

Ajinkya Rahane's finger injury, which has ruled him out of the last two Tests against England, has also put him in serious doubt for the ODI and Twenty20 series against the same opponents.
2016-12-09 04:06:58 Read More

Injured Rahane may miss limited overs games too

Ashwin takes pride in Root dismissal

The England batsmen enjoyed the bounce on the ruddy-looking surface initially. But once the moisture was sucked out, the pitch started to play tricks. The ball kicked and jumped after the first drinks interval.
2016-12-09 03:20:02 Read More

ICC talks 'money' in India's absence

On the eve of the Supreme Court hearing on the implementation of the Lodha Committee recommendations, there seemed to be no end to the BCCI's overflowing cup of woes.
2016-12-09 03:03:21 Read More

India vs England live updates: Mumbai Test, Day 2

Catch all the live updates from the Day 2 of the fourth Test being played in Mumbai between India and England.
2016-12-09 02:39:52 Read More

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Live updates: Australia vs New Zealand, 3rd ODI

Follow all the updates from the third and final ODI between Australia and New Zealand being played in Melbourne.
2016-12-09 02:38:33 Read More

Junior Hockey World Cup: India blank Canada 4-0

Rated as strong favourites for the title, hosts India started their campaign on a resounding note defeating Canada 4-0 in their opening Pool D match of the Junior Hockey World Cup in Lucknow on Thursday.
2016-12-08 14:50:21 Read More

Wankhede pitch pretty similar to 2012 track, says Ashwin

India's strike bowler Ravichandran Ashwin feels that the current Wankhede pitch is pretty similar to the one on which they lost to England four years back.
2016-12-08 13:55:00 Read More

Sachin Tendulkar picks up stake in PBL franchise

Cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar on Thursday ventured into the world of badminton as co-owner of Premier Badminton League (PBL) franchise "Bengaluru Blasters" alongside Tollywood film stars including Chiranjeevi.
2016-12-08 13:06:45 Read More

Talking Points: Reiffel cops a blow and Cook's opening XI

Here's a look at the major talking points from the Day 1 of the fourth Test between India and England in Mumbai.
2016-12-08 11:58:48 Read More

4th Test: India hit back with late strikes after Jennings ton

Debutant Keaton Jennings became the 19th England batsman to hit a century on Test debut but Ravi Ashwin pulled things back with three late strikes as England ended the day at 288/5.
2016-12-08 11:12:42 Read More

Kashyap reaches quarter-finals at Korea Masters

Commonwealth Games champion Parupalli Kashyap reached the quarter-finals of the Korea Masters Grand Prix Gold after notching up a thrilling three-game win over China's Zhou Zeqi in the men's singles competition on Thursday.
2016-12-08 10:43:01 Read More

Kashyap reaches quarter-finals at Korea Masters

Lunch report: England solid after Jennings' fifty

Led by debutant Keaton Jennings' half-century, England started on a strong footing, reaching 117/1 at lunch on Day 1 of the fourth Test at Wankhede in Mumbai on Thursday.
2016-12-08 06:23:10 Read More

First instance of no Mumbaiker playing on home ground

Since 1933 when the Bombay Gymkhana, also in South Mumbai, played host to the first Test not only in this city but in the entire country, no Indian team has been without a Mumbai player in the eleven.
2016-12-08 05:00:59 Read More

Neelam, another hockey gem from Rourkela

Neelam, an aspiring exponent of the drag flick, scored two goals in the final of the 51st edition of the Bombay Gold Cup hockey tournament against Punjab National Bank in on Wednesday.
2016-12-08 03:55:52 Read More

Cricket set to embrace the concept of 'Red Cards'

From October 1, 2017, cricket is set to join sports like hockey and football which allow players to be ejected from the field.
2016-12-08 03:24:08 Read More

India vs England live updates: Mumbai Test, Day 1

Catch all the live updates from the Day 1 of the fourth Test being played in Mumbai between India and England.
2016-12-08 02:49:14 Read More

Virender Sehwag figures in his own favourites list

"I read my tweets and enjoy. I have entertained people so much, I also have a right. I have admired a lot of cricketers and I am also one of them. I am my own favourite," former Indian opener Virender Sehwag said.
2016-12-07 15:14:11 Read More

Virender Sehwag figures in his own favourites list

My players will showcase their best hockey: Harendra

Hosts India are rated as strong title contenders in the Junior Hockey World Cup starting Thursday, but the team's head coach Harendra is no mood to think so far ahead and has only guaranteed that his 18-member squad will showcase their best hockey.
2016-12-07 12:48:06 Read More

MCC not in favour of Tendulkar's suggestion of two pitches

"First class cricket is about playing competitive (cricket), challenging yourself. It (playing on two pitches) will be like lessening the importance of first class cricket. That is what the committee felt," said MCC's World Cricket Committee member Rameez Raja.
2016-12-07 12:22:16 Read More

MCC recommends red card suspension, limit to bat size

In order to bring about a balance between bat and ball, the game's lawmakers - Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) - has recommended limiting bat size edges and depths.
2016-12-07 11:18:56 Read More

Novak Djokovic has not worked hard enough: Boris Becker

Speaking a day after the two terminated their cooperation by mutual consent, Boris Becker said Novak Djokovic's need to spend more time with his family had derailed the former world number one on the court.
2016-12-07 11:18:48 Read More

Novak Djokovic has not worked hard enough: Boris Becker

SC permits BCCI to spend Rs 2.83 crore for England tour

The SC has permitted BCCI to spend Rs 2.83 crore for the remainder of the England tour that include 2 Tests, 3 ODIs and 3 T20Is. Of the Rs 2.83 crore that has been sanctioned, BCCI can spend Rs 1.33 crore for 2 Tests and Rs 25 lakh each for hotel bookings for players for ODIs.
2016-12-07 10:50:25 Read More

4th Test: Injured Rahane out of series, Pandey in

Manish Pandey and Mumbai seamer Shardul Thakur have called in as cover for Rahane and Mohammed Shami ahead of the fourth Test.
2016-12-07 10:21:29 Read More

Gap between Tests has benefitted us: Virat Kohli

India skipper Virat Kohli welcomed a week-long break between third and fourth Test which he feels benefitted the squad but also made it clear that the foot is firmly on the pedal as they are inching towards a much deserved series victory.
2016-12-07 09:05:30 Read More

Jr. Hockey World Cup: India look to break 15-year jinx

A formidable Indian team will be aiming to end their title drought spanning over a decade and half when they take on minnows Canada in their opening group league fixture in the 11th FIH Junior Hockey World Cup, starting Thursday.
2016-12-07 08:09:00 Read More

Jr. Hockey World Cup: India look to break 15-year jinx

Injury-prone Shami doubtful starter for 4th Test

India are sweating over the fitness of their leading pace bowler Mohammed Shami who had complained of soreness in his knee after the third Test against England at Mohali.
2016-12-07 08:00:12 Read More

BCCI moves Supreme Court for release of funds

As reported by TOI on Tuesday, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has decided to move the Supreme Court with an interim plea to allow it to draw funds amounting to Rs 1.33 crore for hosting the Mumbai and Chennai Test matches versus England.
2016-12-07 05:33:40 Read More

Will Wankhede prove inspirational for England again?

Not since 1954 has an English cricket team come back from 0-2 to draw a Test series but Alastair Cook can look to his last two Tests trips to the Wankhede Stadium as inspiration for his team that trails 0-2 in the series.
2016-12-07 03:22:52 Read More

Mumbai Test: Fitness remains India's foremost priority

The spate of injuries to the Indian players has been concerning but India coach Anil Kumble strongly defended his players and his team's support staff (trainer and physio) on the topic.
2016-12-07 02:35:37 Read More

CL: Perfect 10 for Messi in Barcelona cruise

Arda Turan grabbed a hat-trick and Lionel Messi his 10th Champions League goal of the season as a much-changed Barcelona still cruised past Borussia Monchengladbach 4-0 on Tuesday.
2016-12-06 21:49:46 Read More

CL: Perfect 10 for Messi in Barcelona cruise

Djokovic confirms split with coach Becker

World number two Novak Djokovic confirmed on Tuesday he has split from his coach Boris Becker after three years working together.
2016-12-06 21:34:46 Read More

Will speak to Thakur and Shirke on revocation, says Ganguly

Bengal's smog-hit Ranji encounter against Gujarat (November 7-10) was rescheduled when two days went without a ball being bowled. The match was rescheduled to December 15-18 in Visakhapatnam but MCA and NCA took up the matter with BCCI citing it as an "unfair advantage" for the two teams.
2016-12-06 14:30:45 Read More

Ton-up Warner sees Australia past New Zealand to clinch series

David Warner slammed his sixth one-day century of the year to lead Australia to a crushing 116-run victory and reclaim the Chappell-Hadlee Trophy series off New Zealand on Tuesday.
2016-12-06 12:42:35 Read More

Ton-up Warner sees Australia past New Zealand to clinch series

Despite the accent, I feel English, says Keaton Jennings

24-year-old opener Keaton Jennings is tipped to make his international bow for his adopted country in England's do-or-die fourth Test against India, which starts at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday.
2016-12-06 12:25:13 Read More

Don't pinpoint Vijay's short-ball dismissals, urges Kumble

India's opening woes have continued in this home season with Shikhar Dhawan losing form and then getting injured. KL Rahul had an injury lay-off while Gautam Gambhir also failed miserably on his comeback.
2016-12-06 12:14:49 Read More

Parthiv was willing to open and did a brilliant job, says Kumble

"Parthiv came in after eight years and did not really show nerves you would expect, although he is a seasoned campaigner. He was asked to open, he did that brilliantly and also kept wickets very well. He was not worried about failing," Kumble told reporters.
2016-12-06 11:19:57 Read More

Dhoni may play for India A in warm-up games against England

India's limited overs captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who has not been playing since the home series against New Zealand in October, would have gone into the ODI series without proper game time for 77 days.
2016-12-06 10:34:50 Read More

Chennai Test on track, Ranji Trophy match shifted: BCCI

The fifth and final Test between India and England in Chennai is scheduled to go ahead as planned, said the BCCI secretary Ajay Shirke, despite unease in the city following the death of Tamil Nadu chief minister J Jayalalithaa.
2016-12-06 09:57:56 Read More

IPTL 2016: No Federer, Serena to wow Indian fans

The effects of demonetisation in the country appear to have hit the third season of the IPTL, with the league announcing on Tuesday that this edition will not feature two superstars in Roger Federer and Serena Williams.
2016-12-06 05:16:49 Read More

4th Test: Saha still unfit, Parthiv Patel retained

The BCCI on Tuesday announced that Wriddhiman Saha needs further recover from the thigh strain sustained during the second Test.
2016-12-06 04:56:00 Read More

No glove lost for Vijender Singh

Star boxer vows to put big-talking Cheka in place.
2016-12-06 04:04:08 Read More

No glove lost for Vijender Singh

Star boxer vows to put big-talking Cheka in place.
2016-12-06 04:04:08 Read More

Live updates: Australia v New Zealand, 2nd ODI

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson won the toss and opted to bowl against Australia in the second ODI.
2016-12-06 03:36:02 Read More

IPL 2017 edition in real danger: BCCI

BCCI says that the prevailing uncertainty has led to utter chaos in organising the IPL.
2016-12-06 03:17:09 Read More

Rahane's due, and where better than Mumbai to stand up?

In the worst slump of his Test career, the Mumbai batsman has the best venue to try and turn around his form - the familiar Wankhede Stadium.
2016-12-06 03:07:36 Read More

We have the firepower, balance to do well abroad: Tendulkar

In an exclusive interview to TOI, the batting legend, now enjoying an even more hectic life, revealed what went through his mind on the day of his farewell and many other relevant issues.
2016-12-06 02:51:06 Read More

CONMEBOL awards Sudamericana title to Chapecoense

The unsung club Chapecoense was having a fairy tale season until the chartered plane flying it to the biggest match in its history ran out of fuel and smashed into the mountains in northwestern Colombia a week ago, killing 71 people.
2016-12-05 17:49:58 Read More

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Wankhede track will be slow turner, say MCA sources

England are down 0-2 in the five-game series after the draw in the series opener at Rajkot and losses in the next two games at Vishakapatnam and Mohali. The visiting team must win the game in order to have a chance to square the series at Chennai.
2016-12-05 14:31:45 Read More

Sepp Blatter loses appeal against ban: Spokesman

Sepp Blatter, who was ousted over a suspicious payment to ex-UEFA leader Michel Platini, called the verdict "incomprehensible" in a statement released even before the tribunal had officially given its decision.
2016-12-05 13:59:23 Read More

Hussey may become coach of Australia's T20 team: Reports

Cricket Australia (CA) have confirmed they will need a caretaker coach for the three-match T20 series at home with head coach Darren Lehmann to accompany the Test squad to India for their overlapping tours in February.
2016-12-05 13:16:56 Read More

Hussey may become coach of Australia's T20 team: Reports

From Tests to tennis ball, Zulqarnain Haider completes cycle

Former Pakistan Test wicketkeeper Zulqarnain Haider, who had suddenly walked away from the national team and sought asylum in the United Kingdom, now plays private T20 tournaments in the United States and is trying his luck in tennis ball tournaments.
2016-12-05 11:15:42 Read More

'Argentina the only country where Messi is criticised'

"In Argentina now, it's more a social issue where everyone wants to criticise the other. Take (Lionel) Messi, people are even criticising him. Argentina is the only country where Messi is criticised."
2016-12-05 06:24:05 Read More

BCCI v Lodha Panel: SC adjourns hearing till Dec 9

The Supreme Court, which was scheduled to conduct a hearing regarding Lodha Panel's third status report on Monday, has adjourned it further till December 9.
2016-12-05 05:50:36 Read More

Wankhede Stadium: A happy hunting ground for English cricket

A look at Englandâ€™s victories in Mumbai ahead of the fourth Test against India staring December 8.
2016-12-05 03:58:29 Read More

BCCI a 'spoilt child', says Kirti Azad

Former India cricketer Kirti Azad blasted the BCCI for not complying with the recommendations of the Lodha Committee.
2016-12-05 03:21:10 Read More

BCCI a 'spoilt child', says Kirti Azad

Former India cricketer Kirti Azad blasted the BCCI for not complying with the recommendations of the Lodha Committee.
2016-12-05 03:21:10 Read More

India v Eng, 4th Test: Top-order wobble India's only worry

While Rahane has struggled against spin, Vijay has been found wanting against back-of-the-length deliveries.
2016-12-05 03:04:25 Read More

Asif may ask ICC if it has directed PCB not to pick him

Asif was convicted of spot-fixing in 2011 and was banned for seven years by the ICC, along with team-mates Salman Butt and Mohammad Amir. Asif began a one-year prison sentence for his role in the scandal on November 3.
2016-12-04 14:45:47 Read More

Asif may ask ICC if it has directed PCB not to pick him

No game time for Dhoni before first ODI against England?

India's first ODI against England is scheduled on January 15 in Pune. It is expected to be Dhoni's first international match in two and half months after having last played against New Zealand at Visakhapatnam on October 29.
2016-12-04 13:19:57 Read More

Sex abuse claims at 55 English football clubs: Report

English football's embattled governing body the Football Association have been accused by Russell Davy, a former Charlton Athletic youth goalkeeper, of not replying to his letter in 1986 warning them of abuse by scout Eddie Heath.
2016-12-04 12:51:32 Read More

1st ODI: Smith record century leads Aussies to victory vs NZ

Steve Smith smashed 164, the highest ODI score at the SCG, to lead Australia to 324/8 hitting 14 fours and four sixes in his seventh ODI century, before the Kiwis were dismissed for 256 in 44.2 overs in their run chase.
2016-12-04 12:06:25 Read More

51-year-old Mukesh becomes oldest Asian Tour winner

The 51-year-old Mukesh, who has 123 PGTI titles under his belt, turned in a two-under 70 in the final round to total 10-under 206 to claim the trophy -- his first on the Asian Tour.
2016-12-04 11:42:40 Read More

India beat Pakistan to win women's Twenty20 Asia Cup title

Indian women cricket team dished out a disciplined performance to beat arch-rivals Pakistan by 17 runs in the Asia Cup Twenty20 final in Bangkok on Sunday.
2016-12-04 09:16:21 Read More

Arjuna awardee shooter booked on rape charge

An Arjuna awardee shooter has been booked on rape charge following a complaint of a fellow sportsperson, police said on Sunday.
2016-12-04 08:45:40 Read More

Players lend support to Anand Amritraj, want him to continue

Under-fire Davis Cup captain Anand Amritraj has found support from the Indian tennis players, who have written to the AITA management committee that they are "strongly opposed" to any change in the support staff.
2016-12-04 06:42:55 Read More

Players lend support to Anand Amritraj, want him to continue

Jose Mourinho, Cristiano Ronaldo deny tax evasion claims

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho and Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo on Saturday denied hiding millions of euros in offshore accounts in a effort to avoid the tax man.
2016-12-04 04:45:48 Read More

Jose Mourinho, Cristiano Ronaldo deny tax evasion claims

Live updates: Australia v New Zealand, 1st ODI

Live Score updates of Australia v New Zealand 1st ODI. Live Cricket Score & Commentary on Times of India.
2016-12-04 03:24:21 Read More

Enjoyed watching Sehwag bat the most: Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar on Saturday said he enjoyed watching former India opener Virender Sehwag bat the most, while admitting that he feared facing former South Africa captain Hansie Cronje as a bowler.
2016-12-03 16:59:29 Read More

Spanish taxman investigates Ronaldo revelations

Spanish tax authorities are investigating reports that Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo hid 150 million euros ($160 million) from image rights in tax havens.
2016-12-03 16:35:21 Read More

EPL: Costa keeps Chelsea flying as Man City lose their cool

Diego Costa starred as Premier League leaders Chelsea roared back to win 3-1 on Saturday in an ill-tempered game at Manchester City, who had Sergio Aguero and Fernandinho dismissed.
2016-12-03 16:10:30 Read More

IPL owners waiting for SC ruling on BCCI-Lodha stand-off

The BCCI-Lodha Panel stand-off over the implementation of the Supreme Court appointed committee's reforms has not only delayed the IPL media rights process but also threatens to derail the preparations for the 2017 IPL season.
2016-12-03 15:52:26 Read More

From war-hit holiday to Paralympics gold, Petkar lives dramatic tale

There are not many in the country who have heard about swimmer Murlikant Petkar - India's first Paralympics gold medallist. Petkar says even his neighbours in Thergaon have no idea of his achievements.
2016-12-03 13:07:05 Read More

From war-hit holiday to Paralympics gold, Petkar lives dramatic tale

Corruption-hit IAAF adopts Sebastian Coe's reforms

The IAAF unanimously adopted a reform package drawn up by president Sebastian Coe in a bid to end "grotesque" corruption that has rocked track and field's governing body. In a Special Congress in Monaco, 182 member federations voted for the reforms, with 10 against and five invalid votes. Some 197 of the IAAF's 213 member federations were present.
2016-12-03 12:54:09 Read More

Paedophile well known, says ex-Chelsea star Alan Hudson

Ex-Chelsea football star Alan Hudson said it was "common knowledge" that a former scout at the club was a paedophile, media reported Saturday as an abuse scandal engulfing the sport deepens.
2016-12-03 12:07:11 Read More

BCCI has done a lot for cricket in country: Sachin Tendulkar

Having made it clear that it would be "unwise" to comment on Lodha Committee recommendation as the Supreme Court verdict is still pending, batting legend Sachin Tendulkar came out in support of the Indian cricket board.
2016-12-03 11:16:09 Read More

Sachin Tendulkar bats for two pitches in single Ranji game

As the Indian domestic cricket circuit tries to reinvent itself, Sachin Tendulkar suggested that every Ranji Trophy game should be played on two different pitches to prepare a better Test team for overseas assignments.
2016-12-03 09:23:02 Read More

Sachin Tendulkar bats for two pitches in single Ranji game

Raghunath all praise for Hockey India and Oltmans

A massive change in approach by Hockey India (HI) has helped the national team perform better against tough opponents like Australia and Germany.
2016-12-03 03:36:08 Read More

Sanjay Manjrekar backs India's move to rest key bowlers

TOI has learnt that India may 'rest' almost their entire Test bowling attack for the limited overs series against England in January next year.
2016-12-03 03:11:11 Read More

Usain Bolt wins unprecedented sixth Athlete of Year award

Sprint king Usain Bolt won an unprecedented sixth IAAF male Athlete of the Year award on Friday with Ethiopian Almaz Ayana picking up the female award after her record-setting 10,000m gold in Rio.
2016-12-03 02:48:42 Read More

Ronaldo, Mourinho in 'tax evasion' claims

Cristiano Ronaldo and Jose Mourinho could have been involved in a multimillion-euro system of "tax evasion", according to leaked documents obtained by a number of media outlets.
2016-12-02 21:24:41 Read More

I could have won more if I'd got serious, says Bolt

Looking back at his at his astonishing career, Usain Bolt says his only real regret is that he did not take his sport more seriously at an earlier age. "Maybe I would have been at four Olympics," the superstar Jamaican sprinter told reporters on Friday.
2016-12-02 17:23:16 Read More

Indian Aces begin IPTL with 30-17 win over Japan Warriors

The Indian Aces began their 2016 IPTL campaign with an easy 30-17 win over hosts Japan Warriors at the Saitama Super Arena on Friday.
2016-12-02 16:41:29 Read More

Ronaldo, Messi and Griezmann to contest FIFA award

Frenchman Antoine Griezmann joined regulars Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo on the shortlist for FIFA's Player of the Year award on Friday.
2016-12-02 14:35:44 Read More

Ronaldo, Messi and Griezmann to contest FIFA award

Frenchman Antoine Griezmann joined regulars Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo on the shortlist for FIFA's Player of the Year award on Friday.
2016-12-02 14:35:44 Read More

F1 world champion Nico Rosberg announces retirement

Newly-crowned Formula One world champion Nico Rosberg of Mercedes announced his shock retirement from the sport with immediate effect on Friday.
2016-12-02 13:36:23 Read More

Lodha reforms: BCCI to wait till Dec 5 SC hearing

The Board did not take any decision on the recommendations but it has been learnt from sources that state associations have been told to keep a Plan B ready in case the verdict is not favourable from the apex court.
2016-12-02 12:18:39 Read More

Virat's team has bowling attack to win overseas Tests: Sehwag

Former India opener Virender Sehwag is confident that the current Test team under Virat Kohli has the quality in its pace attack to win outside the sub-continent just like Sourav Ganguly's team did during 2000-2004.
2016-12-02 09:00:01 Read More

Virat's team has bowling attack to win overseas Tests: Sehwag

Nepal shot out for 21 as India women win by 99 runs

India women cricket team continued their dominating performance in the ongoing 2016 Women's Twenty20 Asia Cup as they walloped a hapless Nepal in their final league match by 99 runs to remain unbeaten in the tournament.
2016-12-02 08:11:47 Read More

Greatest fast bowler I faced was McGrath: Dravid

Some of his best centuries have come against the mighty Australian attack which comprised a battery of fearsome pacers, but batting legend Rahul Dravid admitted that the greatest fast bowler he had faced was Aussie Glenn McGrath.
2016-12-02 07:46:43 Read More

BCCI error ends 'India cap' dreams of 7 cricketers

In a major goof-up, a month after announcing a 15-member squad for the Youth Asia Cup to be held later this month in Sri Lanka, the BCCI has told seven of them that they are ineligible for selection and thus ending their hopes of donning India colours.
2016-12-02 07:18:21 Read More

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Saina Nehwal loses in Macau Open quarter-finals

Saina Nehwal has been knocked out of the Macau Open Grand Prix Gold badminton tournament after world number 226 Zhang Yiman of China ended Indian shuttler campaign in the quarter-finals on Friday.
2016-12-02 06:46:28 Read More

Root backs 'brilliant' Cook to remain England captain

Batsman Joe Root has backed Alastair Cook to remain as England skipper, hailing him as a "brilliant leader" despite the team's woes on their current tour of India.
2016-12-02 05:43:40 Read More

Seamers have put India in 'fast forward' mode

The fast bowling duo of Mohammed Shami and Umesh Yadav are no longer content playing second fiddle to the spinners on slow pitches.
2016-12-02 03:07:32 Read More

Barca desperate to break Madrid's unbeaten streak

Barcelona are the more desperate side as Real Madrid visit Catalonia on Saturday for the first El Clasico of the season boasting a six-point lead at the top of La Liga.
2016-12-02 00:49:46 Read More

Current Indian Test team has potential to succeed abroad: Dravid

"I am very impressed with the batting talent we have and they are growing, developing as a team, they still are figuring their way out. I hope by the time India tours abroad, we will have a settled batting line up, a sort of confident and successful middle order in place," Dravid said.
2016-12-01 17:19:55 Read More

Current Test team has potential to succeed abroad: Dravid

Ronaldinho and Riquelme offer to come out of retirement for Chapecoense

Brazilian legend Ronaldinho and former Argentina international Juan Roman Riquelme have reportedly offered to come out of retirement to play for South American club Chapecoense, which were devastated when the plane carrying their first-team squad to Colombia for the Copa Sudamerica final crashed on Tuesday.
2016-12-01 15:46:00 Read More

Saina should be back to her best from January end: Vimal

"Saina Nehwal is definitely not back to her best and has some way to go before she can aspire to win big tournaments again. She needs some more time, may be in terms of physical and strength aspects in which she needs to improve," Vimal Kumar said.
2016-12-01 14:48:12 Read More

Shuttler PV Sindhu rises to No.7 in BWF rankings

Rio Olympics silver medallist PV Sindhu's maiden China Open title and her subsequent runners-up finish at the Hong Kong Open, helped her gain two spots to the No. 7 spot in the latest Badminton World Federation women's singles rankings.
2016-12-01 13:50:13 Read More

Southgate confirms Rooney as England captain

England manager Gareth Southgate confirmed Wayne Rooney will remain captain on Thursday as he faced the media for the first time since his appointment on a permanent basis.
2016-12-01 11:33:04 Read More

PHF mulls legal action against FIH over Junior WC expulsion

A reliable source in the federation said that consultations had started with legal experts, who specialise in the field of sports management and disputes as the PHF had spent millions of rupees on preparing its national junior side to first qualify for the World Cup and travel to India.
2016-12-01 11:31:24 Read More

We aren't begging but will push for series against India: PCB

"We are not begging them to play us. Please don't get that impression. But BCCI signed a proper Memorandum of Understanding with us to play six bilateral series between 2015 and 2023 and they didn't meet their commitment," Shahryar said.
2016-12-01 11:05:44 Read More

Saina Nehwal reaches Macau Open quarter-finals

Top seed Saina Nehwal came from one game down to beat Dinar Dyah Ayustine of Indonesia and advance to the quarter-finals of the Macau Open Grand Prix Gold badminton tournament on Thursday.
2016-12-01 06:36:22 Read More

Magnus Carlsen wins third World Chess Championship

Norwegian Magnus Carlsen extended his dominance over the chess world by winning the World Chess Championship for the third consecutive time, beating his Russian challenger Sergei Karyakin in a tiebreaker.
2016-12-01 04:58:40 Read More

W Railways batsman hits six sixes in an over

The left-hander, who made his First Class debut for Railways against Mumbai at the Wankhede last year, blasted nine sixes off the final 11 balls that he faced.
2016-12-01 04:32:39 Read More

KCA to serve Sanju Samson show-cause notice

Four-member committee to inquire cricketerâ€™s alleged acts of indiscipline.
2016-12-01 03:15:10 Read More

Trying to get Herath to play two more years: Jayasuriya

Jayasuriya revealed how he was looking to manage the workload of Sri Lanka's new bowling ace, left-arm spinner Herath, who is already 38, in a way that he lasts for another two years, at least.
2016-12-01 03:05:15 Read More

Trying to get Herath to play two more years: Jayasuriya

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

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

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

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

Virat Kohli said that he is happy that in a space of 12 months the questions about why the team is opting to win on "unfair tracks" have turned into how it is winning on "good wickets". The team copped a lot of flak during the South Africa series at home where some of the pitches were square turners.
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

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

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

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EPL: Pogba seals late Man United comeback win

Matter of time before I do well in all formats: Pujara

Will assess Indian Olympic Association's situation: IOC

Supreme Court verdict on BCCI likely on Monday

Pakistan to sue India over bilateral Test deal

Ashwin finishes year as No.1 Test bowler and all-rounder

IOA president to take up suspension with government

IOA president to take up suspension with government

Ronda stopped 48 seconds into comeback at UFC

PBL: Marin pleads for 'home' support against Sindhu

It's so hard at such a high level: Ana Ivanovic

China set to shatter football transfer records

Star gazing: 2017 wishlist of top sportspersons

PCB gets green light for legal action against BCCI

PCB gets green light for legal action against BCCI

Sports ministry suspends IOA for appointing Kalmadi, Chautala

Batra quits as IOA associate vice-president in protest

Ranji Trophy semifinals: Dhoni to support Jharkhand in Nagpur

2016 in review: Test XI of the year

2016 in review: Indian sports achievers

2nd Test: Australia beat Pakistan, seal series 2-0

2016 in review: Major sporting retirements

Ministry keen to apply SC order in BCCI case to NSFs

Ministry keen to apply SC order in BCCI case to NSFs

Kalmadi, Chautala appointments made in haste: Hockey India

Carlos Tevez set to earn more than Messi and Ronaldo

Give the ball flight more often: Prasanna tells Ashwin

No competition with Parthiv Patel: Wriddhiman Saha

IOA won't reply tomorrow, will consult IOC first: Official

Shahbaz Nadeem could be in fray for England T20Is

Goel slams Ramachandran for electing Kalmadi and Chautala

Goel slams Ramachandran for electing Kalmadi and Chautala

Chautala ready to quit IOA post, but sets conditions

Carlos Tevez signs $40M deal in China

No keeper can ever have a 100 percent record: Parthiv Patel

Kohli lone Indian in Aussie dominated ODI XI

2016 in review: Major sporting retirements

Ana Ivanovic retires from tennis at age 29

Ana Ivanovic retires from tennis at age 29

Dravid, Laxman were the best batsmen I bowled to: Asif

Mahavir was 10 times stricter than Aamir in Dangal: Vinesh

All ties with IOA remain cut till it reverses decision: Vijay Goel

Sports ministry issues showcause notice to IOA; Kalmadi declines post

â€˜Dangal is an insult to all coachesâ€™

Indian hockey rose in stature in 2016

2016 in review: T20I XI of the year

Goel has failed as a Sports Minister, says Chautala

Top five T20I spells of 2016

Gurpreet's mantra for Indians: Go Euro

Gurpreet's mantra for Indians: Go Euro

Milestone man - Samit Gohel

2016 in review: From Sindhu to Aditi, year of the woman

Making Kalmadi, Chautala IOA life presidents unacceptable: Goel

Tainted Kalmadi, Chautala made IOA life presidents

Sindhu feels more responsibility after Rio Games silver

PWL 2: Geeta, Babita unveil newest entrant 'UP Dangal'

Pressure nothing compared to growing up rigours: Geeta Phogat

Pressure nothing compared to growing up rigours: Geeta Phogat

Kohli pips Smith as Cricket Australia's 'ODI Captain of Year'

Gujarat's record smashing opener eyes government job

2016 in review: The top-5 ODI spells

Sindhu, Kohli and hockey make 2016 a year to remember

2016 in review: The top-5 ODI innings

Why did you drop me, Rohan Bopanna asks AITA

Axar, Jayant set to miss limited overs series against England

Pedro double fires record-breaking leaders Chelsea

Olivier Giroud late show lifts Arsenal over West Brom

Olivier Giroud late show lifts Arsenal over West Brom

Zlatan Ibrahimovic keeps Manchester United motoring

My aim is to optimize my potential: Jayant Yadav

Smith wants Aussies to test Kohli's patience on India tour

2016 in review: Ten defining sports stories of the year

2016 in review: The top 10 Test spells

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2016 in review: The game changers in the world of sport

Team India to have conditioning camp in Bangalore

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