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Mandeep hat-trick helps India beat Japan 4-3

Though India have defeated Japan 4-3 in their fourth round-robin league match of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup, the team will know of their fate only after the conclusion of the Great Britain v Australia match later today.
2017-05-03 10:04:57 Read More

CoA asks BCCI members to avoid confrontation with ICC

The Committee of Administrators also warned the Board of Control for Cricket in India SGM not to take any drastic step that would endanger the board's capacity to negotiate the desired amount.
2017-05-03 08:24:16 Read More

Not stopping run flow was a factor in defeat: Yuvraj

Daredevils' batsmen fired in unison to chase down a challenging 186-run target with five balls to spare. They kept losing wickets but the required run rate was always under control thanks to brisk scoring by young batsmen of the home team.
2017-05-03 06:09:52 Read More

IPL 2017: In-form Pune face top guns Kolkata

Kolkata Knight Riders would be keen to seal off their Play-off spot as they take on Rising Pune Supergiant on Wednesday at their home ground of Eden Gardens in what could be a crucial tie for the latter.
2017-05-03 04:07:29 Read More

BCCI ropes in UK law firm, ready with notice for ICC

The inevitable, in this case, is the prospect of India not playing the 2017 Champions Trophy, citing the ICC Board Members' decision to dishonour the MPA by allowing policy changes in the revenue and governance model without the consent of the BCCI.
2017-05-03 03:34:29 Read More

We played without fear, says Karun Nair

With the win, Delhi Daredevils jumped to sixth spot with six points from nine matches to stay afloat in the tournament. Defending champions Sunrisers Hyderabad remained on third spot with 13 points from 11 games.
2017-05-03 03:20:28 Read More

CL: Ronaldo hat-trick leaves Real Madrid on verge of final

A ruthless Cristiano Ronaldo scored a dazzling hat-trick to lead Real Madrid to a crushing 3-0 victory over city rivals Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final on Tuesday.
2017-05-03 03:02:55 Read More

IPL 2017: It's not over for Delhi Daredevils yet

Delhi Daredevils broke their five-match losing streak in style on Tuesday with a six-wicket win against defending champions Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League.
2017-05-03 03:00:21 Read More

IPL Live Score: Delhi Daredevils vs Sunrisers Hyderabad

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 40 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Delhi Daredevils vs Sunrisers Hyderabad on Times of India.
2017-05-02 13:44:48 Read More

Let ourselves down by not competing well: De Villiers

One of RCB's batting mainstays AB de Villiers on Tuesday acknowledged that their side has been below par in the ongoing IPL where they haven't been able to even "compete well enough".
2017-05-02 13:23:52 Read More

IPL 2017: DD vs SRH Live Score updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Delhi Daredevils vs Sunrisers Hyderabad on Times of India
2017-05-02 12:46:08 Read More

India drop to No. 4 in ICC Twenty20 team rankings

Having dropped six points, India are now on 118 points, three behind second placed England and third placed Pakistan - both of whom are on 121 points each in the latest ICC Twenty20 International team rankings.
2017-05-02 11:16:22 Read More

India drop to No. 4 in ICC Twenty20 team rankings

No CT decision without COA's permission: Rai to BCCI

The Committee of Administrators head Vinod Rai on Tuesday made it clear that BCCI office-bearers are not mandated to take any decision on India's Champions Trophy participation without the COA's approval.
2017-05-02 10:56:53 Read More

Sultan Azlan Shah Cup: India lose 1-3 to Australia

The Indian men's hockey team, ranked No 6 in the world, have suffered their first loss at the 2017 Sultan Azlan Shah Hockey tournament, losing 1-3 to world champions Australia in Malaysia.
2017-05-02 09:56:33 Read More

Live: Sultan Azlan Shah Cup - India v Australia

Get the latest updates of India v Australia match of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup on Times of India.
2017-05-02 07:08:13 Read More

BCCI teleconference to cancel MPA; Rai disagrees with move

At least, 10 members out of 30, who are vociferously supporting the move to ensure India pulling out of the Champions Trophy next month to protest against International Cricket Council's (ICC) new financial model, are leading the pack.
2017-05-02 06:07:25 Read More

New model will lead to Rs 2000cr loss: BCCI

With the Supreme Court categorically stating that N Srinivasan cannot be involved in the affairs of the game, and a host of state associations also voicing their opinion on the same lines, the senior administrator from Tamil Nadu has left on a holiday to the United Kingdom.
2017-05-02 05:29:40 Read More

Hyderabad look to simplify play-offs march against insipid Delhi

When these teams met earlier in the tournament, Sunrisers Hyderabad posted 191 and beat Delhi Daredevils by 15 runs. Given the form so far, SRH can expect to boss Daredevils once again.
2017-05-02 04:30:47 Read More

We are peaking at the right time: Steve Smith

Rising Pune Supergiant beat Gujarat Lions by five wickets after a top-order collapse, courtesy Ben Stokes' unbeaten 103, and now stand pretty at fourth spot with 12 points in the Indian Premier League.
2017-05-02 03:10:03 Read More

Mumbai first to make playoffs; RCB out of the running

Rohit Sharma's unbeaten 37-ball 56 and Mitchell McClenaghan's three-wicket haul guided Mumbai Indians to a five-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Wankhede Stadium.
2017-05-02 03:03:34 Read More

Mumbai first to make playoffs; RCB out of the running

RPS v GL: Ben Stokes douses Gujarat fire with century

Ben Stokes hammered an unbeaten 103 under pressure to lead Rising Pune Supergiant to a five-wicket win over Gujarat Lions that consolidated their fourth position in the IPL.
2017-05-02 02:45:48 Read More

Want to be ruthless in our approach, says Rohit Sharma

After registering their eighth win from 10 games to go atop the Indian Premier League (IPL) table, Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma on Monday said he wants his team to approach each game "ruthlessly".
2017-05-01 16:05:07 Read More

Want to be ruthless in our approach, says Rohit Sharma

Hockey India recommends Sardar Singh for Khel Ratna

Hockey India (HI) on Monday recommended senior player and former captain Sardar Singh for the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna, country's highest sporting honour.
2017-05-01 13:26:17 Read More

IPL 2017: Super Stokes seals stunning Pune win

RPS recovered from 42/4 on the back of a superb unbeaten 63-ball 103 from Stokes to chase down 162 with five wickets remaining at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune.
2017-05-01 11:33:31 Read More

IPL 2017 live score: Mumbai Indians vs RCB

Get all the live updates of Match 38 of the IPL 2017 between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bangalore.
2017-05-01 09:37:47 Read More

IPL 2017: MI vs RCB Live updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bangalore on Times of India
2017-05-01 08:48:04 Read More

India gain points to move up to 3rd place in ICC rankings

Australia remained in the second position while India, which will defend the Champions Trophy title in June, has swapped places with ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 finalist New Zealand in the latest ICC ODI team rankings.
2017-05-01 08:34:16 Read More

BCCI meets Sunday, Champions Trophy pullout unlikely

Unaccustomed of being snubbed at the ICC meetings, the BCCI was outvoted 13-1 last week in its bid to stall a new revenue model which considerably slashes India's share from global events in the 2015-2023 cycle.
2017-05-01 06:38:37 Read More

RPS v GL, IPL 2017: Pune, Gujarat in crucial contest

Rising Pune Supergiant will be keen to collect some crucial points and strengthen their chances of earning a playoff berth when they take on a formidable Gujarat Lions in their penultimate engagement on home soil on Monday.
2017-05-01 06:30:24 Read More

IPL 2017: Pune, Gujarat in crucial contest

IPL 2017: Mumbai Indians eye first qualifying spot

The Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai are on the second spot with seven wins in nine matches, while lacklustre Bangalore are at seventh spot after having won just two of their 10 games.
2017-05-01 05:27:55 Read More

Preity Zinta game for open IPL auction in 2018

"It doesn't mean that I am not happy with my team. I think, we have a great team. The teams which are doing well are the ones where the young Indian players are performing," Preity said.
2017-05-01 04:28:21 Read More

We've been sloppy throughout tournament, says Gambhir

Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Gautam Gambhir blamed his fielders for their 48-run loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad in an IPL encounter.
2017-05-01 03:12:08 Read More

David Warner deflates Kolkata Knight Riders with 59-ball 126

Swashbuckling opener David Warner smashed a whirlwind century to guide Sunrisers Hyderabad to a comfortable 48-run win over table-toppers Kolkata Knight Riders in their IPL encounter, on Sunday.
2017-05-01 02:43:45 Read More

WWE Payback 2017 Results: Live updates and full results

We bring to you the all the updates from WWEâ€™s RAW exclusive pay-per-view, WWE Payback. The United States Championship is up for grabs with Smackdown Liveâ€™s Kevin Owens defending his title against Chris Jericho while Randy Orton has his title up against Bray Wyatt.
2017-05-01 00:41:47 Read More

Aizawl FC first north-east club to win I-League title

Aizawl FC earned a well-deserved 1-1 draw against Shillong Lajong FC to create history by becoming the first club from the north-east to win the I-League title. William Lalnunfela made sure that Aizawl won the title when he found the equaliser in the 67th minute.
2017-04-30 15:56:07 Read More

Asian Individual Squash: Joshna wins women's title

Once a junior Asian champion, Joshna Chinappa became the first player from India to win the senior title when she beat Dipika Pallikal Karthik in an intensely fought five-game final in the 19th Asian Individual Squash Championships on Sunday.
2017-04-30 14:55:10 Read More

Bottas takes his first F1 victory with Russian win

Finland's Valtteri Bottas seized the first Formula One victory of his career at the Russian Grand Prix on Sunday after jumping both Ferraris at the start and then holding his nerve over the tense closing laps.
2017-04-30 13:59:24 Read More

Bottas takes his first F1 victory with Russian win

IPL Live score: Sunrisers Hyderabad v Kolkata Knight Riders

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 37 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Rider on Times of India.
2017-04-30 13:53:23 Read More

Andrew Tye ruled out of IPL with dislocated shoulder

Gujarat Lions all-rounder Andrew Tye has been ruled out for the remainder of the IPL with a dislocated shoulder. Tye sustained the injury on Saturday night when he dived to stop a boundary at deep square leg during their IPL match against Mumbai Indians.
2017-04-30 13:48:28 Read More

IPL: Warner century sets up Sunrisers win over KKR

A spanking century from skipper David Warner played a pivotal role in Sunrisers Hyderabad beating table-toppers Kolkata Knight Riders by 48 runs to further consolidate their play-off chances.
2017-04-30 13:09:58 Read More

Paes-Lipsky win Tallahassee Challenger title

Veteran Indian tennis player Leander Paes won his second Challenger-level title of the season but Ramkumar Ramanathan had to be content with a runner-up finish at the $75000 clay-court event.
2017-04-30 10:59:30 Read More

Paes-Lipsky win Tallahassee Challenger title

Azlan Shah: Harmanpreet's brace guides India to 3-0 win over NZ

Defender Harmanpreet Singh converted two penalty corners as India stamped their authority over New Zealand with an assertive 3-0 victory in the 26th Sultan Azlan Shah Cup hockey tournament on Sunday.
2017-04-30 09:53:54 Read More

IPL 2017 live score: Kings XI Punjab vs Delhi Daredevils

Get all the live updates of Match 36 of the IPL 2017 between Kings XI Punjab and Delhi Daredevils
2017-04-30 09:32:37 Read More

IPL: KXIP vs DD live updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Kings XI Punjab vs Delhi Daredevils on Times of India.
2017-04-30 08:50:35 Read More

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IPL: All-round Kings XI crush Delhi Daredevils

Kings XI Punjab thrashed Delhi Daredevils in a lopsided encounter to record a big 10-wicket win in Mohali in an Indian Premier League match on Sunday.
2017-04-30 08:50:35 Read More

Sunrisers Hyderabad hope to tame table-toppers Kolkata

The Sunrisers got a much-needed boost ahead of their return clash against the Knight Riders with a 26-run win over Kings XI Punjab on Friday. But they will need to replicate their Mohali show to stop the Kolkata juggernaut.
2017-04-30 05:42:41 Read More

Royal Challengers Bangalore collapse, again

It was RCB's third straight defeat in decisive games (one washout). Now, even four wins in four remaining games won't guarantee them a berth in the playoffs. They can't even say that the toss was a factor, since it was won by them.
2017-04-30 05:17:30 Read More

'Death over session' helps Jasprit Bumrah excel in crunch

His selection for the most important six balls of the match stated one thing clearly: It's Jasprit Bumrah who's the strike bowler for MI now, and not Lasith Malinga, who's done the job admirably for the past nine seasons.
2017-04-30 03:19:04 Read More

Wily Jasprit Bumrah seals the deal in Super Over

MI vs GL: Jasprit Bumrah produced one of the finest death overs in the history of Indian Premier League as Mumbai Indians nearly committed harakiri before edging out Gujarat Lions in a thrilling Super Over finish.
2017-04-30 03:11:12 Read More

Bayern Munich win fifth consecutive Bundesliga title

Bayern Munich secured a record-extending fifth consecutive Bundesliga title on Saturday after beating VfL Wolfsburg 6-0 to open up an unassailable 10-point lead with three matches remaining.
2017-04-29 18:43:03 Read More

Bayern Munich win fifth consecutive Bundesliga title

Dhoni will be crucial for India in Champions Trophy: Ponting

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting feels it would be a mistake to write off Mahendra Singh Dhoni just yet as India would need his ability to control the game in the upcoming Champions Trophy in England.
2017-04-29 13:09:31 Read More

IPL 2017: Gujarat vs Mumbai updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Gujarat Lions vs Mumbai Indians on Times of India
2017-04-29 12:45:03 Read More

IPL 2017, Live Score: Gujarat Lions vs Mumbai Indians

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 35 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Rising Pune Supergiant and Royal Challengers Bangalore on Times of India
2017-04-29 12:35:36 Read More

Azlan Shah: India squander lead twice as Britain earn 2-2 draw

Akashdeep (19th minute) and Mandeep (48th minute) scored field goals to give India the lead two times in the match but only to see the Britons hit back through Tom Carson (25th) and Alan Forsyth (52nd).
2017-04-29 12:21:10 Read More

IPL 2017: Pune hand RCB a royal thrashing

Rising Pune Supergiant thrashed Royal Challengers Bangalore in a one-sided contest to register a big 61-run win in an Indian Premier League clash on Saturday.
2017-04-29 08:41:11 Read More

With Champions Trophy in limbo, stakeholders sweat

The ICC Champions Trophy is scheduled to begin on June 2, exactly 32 days from now, and the global broadcaster of the governing body, Star TV, is worried about the ongoing fracas.
2017-04-29 04:04:53 Read More

With Champions Trophy in limbo, stakeholders sweat

It was a chaseable total against Sunrisers: Maxwell

Chasing a 200-plus total is never easy in a Twenty20 game but Kings XI Punjab skipper Glenn Maxwell says they had a very good chance to overhaul the challenging target against Sunrisers Hyderabad, on Friday.
2017-04-29 03:15:42 Read More

IPL 2017: Mumbai aim to ward off Gujarat Lions threat

Mumbai Indians, who have 12 points, are three wins away from securing their qualification for the play-offs, and their rise has been based on a very strong batting line-up.
2017-04-29 02:53:02 Read More

IPL 2017: Hot and cold Supergiant out to bury RCB

RCB have won just two of nine matches and stand on the verge of having their campaign ended earlier than anyone could have possibly expected from last yearâ€™s runners-up.
2017-04-29 02:41:57 Read More

India look to put best foot forward at Sultan Azlan Shah

Runners-up at the last edition, India would look to go one step further as they start their campaign in the 26th Sultan Azlan Shah Cup with a game against Great Britain here tomorrow.
2017-04-28 15:56:07 Read More

Ready for all possible scenarios: COA head Rai on CT future

The squad for the Champions Trophy has not yet been selected with BCCI already skipping the ICC deadline of April 25 but Rai didn't want to read too much into it.
2017-04-28 14:32:21 Read More

Sindhu out of Badminton Asia Championships

Rio Olympic silver medallist and 2017 TOISA Sportsperson of the year PV Sindhu of India bowed out of the Badminton Asia Championship 2017 losing to lower ranked He Bingjiao of China 21-15, 14-21, 22-24 in a gruelling contest on Friday.
2017-04-28 12:52:37 Read More

IPL Live: Kings XI Punjab vs Sunrisers Hyderabad

Follow the live score and commentary of IPL, Match 33 between Kings XI Punjab and Sunrisers Hyderabad
2017-04-28 12:23:34 Read More

IPL 2017: Kings XI vs Sunrisers highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Kings XI Punjab vs Sunrisers Hyderabad on Times of India
2017-04-28 12:17:59 Read More

IPL: Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Kings XI by 26 runs

A dominating batting display allowed Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Kings XI Punjab in an Indian Premier League contest by 26 runs for their fifth win of the season in Mohali on Friday.
2017-04-28 12:17:59 Read More

IPL: Gambhir, Uthappa star as KKR beat DD by 7 wickets

Skipper Gautam Gambhir (71*) and Robin Uthappa (59) scored fine fifties to help Kolkata Knight Riders beat Delhi Daredevils by seven wickets in the Match 32 of the IPL 10 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Friday.
2017-04-28 09:44:32 Read More

PCB to send legal notice to BCCI for compensation

The Pakistan Cricket Board is set to legally notify the BCCI about compensation for India's refusal to play bilateral series. The compensation claim would be for the revenue Pakistan would have generated by hosting India in two series under the MoU signed between the two Boards in 2014.
2017-04-28 08:54:53 Read More

PCB to send legal notice to BCCI for compensation

We need to play positive cricket, says Virat Kohli

Royal Challenger Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli said his team needs to play positive cricket to come out of their losing streak after they suffered yet another defeat in IPL 10 on Thursday.
2017-04-28 03:58:35 Read More

Can BCCI renegotiate with ICC to get a larger share?

At the ICC meeting, BCCI's tough posturing meant nothing as the ICC full members went ahead and voted 9-1 for the revenue model which has earmarked only $293 million for India.
2017-04-28 03:57:34 Read More

IPL 2017: Rain in Kolkata threatens Daredevilsâ€™ stumbling season

A wash-out would give each team one point, which for Daredevils would make their remaining matches at critical level - meaning that they will not be able to afford further defeats.
2017-04-28 03:39:19 Read More

IPL 2017: Improved batting needed for KXIP turnaround

On the points table, KXIP are a win away from moving into the top four and one loss away from joining the likes of Royal Challengers Bangalore and Delhi Daredevils who are struggling to stay in the race for the play-offs.
2017-04-28 03:12:27 Read More

'I'm way above' Bouchard 'cheat' blast, says Sharapova

Maria Sharapova hit back at Eugenie Bouchard's "cheater" claims on Thursday, telling the Canadian that she is "way above" getting into a slanging match over her controversial comeback.
2017-04-27 17:46:32 Read More

Revenue model: ICC offers $390m, BCCI wants $450m

With India's Champions Trophy participation in doubt, the International Cricket Council is still willing to pay the BCCI $100 million more than the original share from the revamped revenue model.
2017-04-27 13:31:29 Read More

Next nine days will define the season for Delhi: Zaheer

The next nine days will be make or break for struggling Indian Premier League franchise Delhi Daredevils, skipper Zaheer Khan said on Thursday ahead of their game against table-toppers Kolkata Knight Riders.
2017-04-27 13:17:15 Read More

IPL 2017: Gujarat Lions beat RCB by 7 wickets

Aaron Finch's whirlwind 34-ball 72-run knock helped Gujarat Lions beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by seven wickets in Match 31 of the Indian Premier League season 10.
2017-04-27 12:18:06 Read More

Won't compromise on swing for extra pace: Bhuvneshwar

Sunrisers Hyderabad pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who is the highest wicket-taker so far in the ongoing IPL, attributes his success to relentless hard work at practice sessions.
2017-04-27 11:58:31 Read More

Irfan Pathan will deliver goods for team: Gujarat Lions

Gujarat Lions have given a lifeline to the struggling career of Irfan Pathan and team chief executive Arvinder Singh said he has high hopes on the 'veteran' all-rounder to deliver the goods in the IPL.
2017-04-27 11:20:38 Read More

Irfan Pathan will deliver goods for team: Gujarat Lions

Brothers-in-arms Pandyas revel in IPL success

The Pandya brothers, Hardik and Krunal, have done well at the same time, chipping in with bat, ball and even the odd save on the boundary at crucial times.
2017-04-27 04:36:23 Read More

We're confident of chasing any target, says Gautam Gambhir

Terming Kolkata Knight Riders as a "good chasing side", captain Gautam Gambhir says they back themselves to chase down any target set by the opposition team in the ongoing IPL.
2017-04-27 03:49:17 Read More

Routed in ICC vote, BCCI may seek Champions Trophy pullout

The prospect of India pulling out of this year's Champions Trophy loomed large after the BCCI was left isolated in their opposition to proposed reforms to the way the game is run globally.
2017-04-27 03:42:15 Read More

IPL: Uthappa 87 guides KKR to big win over Supergiant

'Who needs Batman when we have Robin', read the giant screen at the MCA Stadium in Gahunje as Gautam Gambhir's Kolkata Knight Riders chased 183 runs to beat hosts Rising Pune Supergiant by seven wickets on Wednesday.
2017-04-27 03:16:38 Read More

IPL 2017: RCB, Gujarat Lions under pressure to catch up

Kia Motors: The two teams need wins to remain in contention for the IPL 2017 play-offs, and both are reliant on their batsmen to do so.
2017-04-27 03:02:33 Read More

Sindhu reaches Badminton Asia Championships quarter-finals

Rio Olympics silver medalist PV Sindhu dished out another clinical performance to cruise into the quarter-finals with a straight-game victory at the Badminton Asia Championships on Thursday.
2017-04-27 03:02:25 Read More

Chappell didn't ruin my career, injuries did: Irfan

Comeback man Irfan Pathan on Wednesday said former India coach Greg Chappell did not ruin his career by making technical changes and blamed injuries for losing his place in the Indian team.
2017-04-26 16:33:42 Read More

Chappell didn't ruin my career, injuries did: Irfan

Hope Pujara improves his T20 skills: Sehwag

Cheteshwar Pujara comes with the reputation of a good Test cricketer, according to former opener Virender Sehwag, who hoped that the Indian batting mainstay improves his skills in T20 cricket and gets picked by an IPL franchise in the next season.
2017-04-26 15:53:45 Read More

BCCI loses both revenue and governance vote at ICC meet

In a massive blow to its influence in the International Cricket Council, the BCCI was on Wednesday decimated at the global body's Board Meeting where the majority voted for a change in governance and revenue structures.
2017-04-26 13:38:01 Read More

IPL 2017, Live Score: RPS vs KKR

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 30 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Rising Pune Supergiant vs Kolkata Knight Riders on Times of India
2017-04-26 13:01:09 Read More

IPL 2017: RPS vs KKR Live updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Rising Pune Supergiant vs Kolkata Knight Riders on Times of India
2017-04-26 12:53:55 Read More

Need to manage workload of bowlers in IPL: Shane Bond

Former Kiwi seamer, Shane Bond, who was one of the fastest bowlers of his times, gave the example of Sri Lanka's out-of- form pacer Lasith Malinga, who has been leaking runs this IPL season for Mumbai Indians.
2017-04-26 08:12:34 Read More

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Sindhu advances, Saina loses in Badminton Asia Championships

PV Sindhu stormed into the second round at the Badminton Asia Championships with a straight-game victory over Indonesia's Dinar Dyah Ayustine while Saina Nehwal suffered a defeat at the hands of unseeded Sayaka Sato of Japan.
2017-04-26 06:10:20 Read More

I don't put pressure on players: Rohit Sharma

Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma tells TOI that he lets the boys express themselves.
2017-04-26 05:36:15 Read More

IPL: Resurgent Supergiant looking to upset confident KKR

RPS vs KKR: Unpredictability will be hosts' strength against Gautam Gambhir's side.
2017-04-26 05:11:04 Read More

Indian football teamâ€™s immediate goal is 2019 AFC Asian Cup: Jeje

The Indian menâ€™s football teamâ€™s leading goal-scorer of 2016 and TOISA Footballer of the Year, who had a wonderful last season, speaks on his career and aspirations.
2017-04-26 03:48:24 Read More

1st Test: Yasir spins Pakistan to victory over West Indies

Yasir Shah completed a six-wicket haul to spearhead the second innings rout of the West Indies as Pakistan achieved a comfortable seven-wicket victory just after lunch on the final day of the first Test on Tuesday.
2017-04-26 03:15:24 Read More

1st Test: Yasir spins Pakistan to victory over West Indies

BCCI misses deadline for Champions Trophy squad

The BCCI on Tuesday became the only team that missed the April 25 deadline set for announcing the India squad for Champions Trophy with all the other seven countries already naming their team list.
2017-04-25 16:03:05 Read More

IPL 2017: Four young guns & a late bloomer

Nitish Rana has surprised pundits with his nifty shot-making and his ability to get the job done. The Delhi boy has anchored his side twice to triumphs against SRH and KXIP.
2017-04-25 14:48:49 Read More

It's difficult to maintain intensity from last match: Gambhir

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) skipper Gautam Gambhir on Tuesday said it's a difficult task to maintain the momentum they got from their last outing against Royal Challengers Bangalore ahead of their game against Rising Pune Supergiant on Wednesday.
2017-04-25 13:23:12 Read More

It's difficult to maintain intensity from last match: Gambhir

IPL 2017, Live Score: RCB vs SRH

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 27 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Sunrisers Hyderabad on Times of India
2017-04-25 12:59:49 Read More

RCB vs SRH Live Score updates & highlights

Live updates of Match 27 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Sunrisers Hyderabad on Times of India
2017-04-25 12:56:25 Read More

Subrata suspended for dope taint, will go for 'B' sample test

Acclaimed Indian goalkeeper Subrata Paul was on Tuesday provisionally suspended after failing a dope test but has vowed to prove himself innocent by going for the confirmatory 'B' sample test.
2017-04-25 11:21:02 Read More

Rohit Sharma did not shout at the umpire: Harbhajan

Jaydev Unadkat pushed the third delivery of his over wide after seeing Rohit Sharma shuffle across the stumps. Realising that the ball was veering away from the guideline for wide deliveries, Sharma left it alone.
2017-04-25 08:32:30 Read More

IPL lifeline for Irfan Pathan, Gujarat Lions sign him

Irfan Pathan was one of the biggest names that went unsold at the February auctions of IPL. He had a base price of Rs 50 lakh and twice his name came under the hammer only to be ignored by franchises.
2017-04-25 08:09:30 Read More

I'm happy with my batting, says Rahane despite lack of runs

Ajinkya Rahane so far has hit just one fifty in the ongoing IPL and that too came in the lung opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Thereafter, Rahane's bat went silent but the right-hander said he satisfied with his personal form.
2017-04-25 08:02:11 Read More

Bangalore need to sort out batting woes against Hyderabad

Royal Challengers Bangalore's IPL campaign has gone from abysmal to downright embarrassing. While the initial losses were ascribed to injuries to key players, setbacks in the following games have been because of poor application by the batsmen.
2017-04-25 06:52:54 Read More

India goalkeeper Subrata Pal fails dope test

Former India captain and 30-year-old goalkeeper Subrata Pal was India's number one choice under the bar before slipping down the pecking order, behind Norway-based Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, in recent times.
2017-04-25 05:24:12 Read More

Bowling slower working for frugal Harbhajan Singh

Harbhajan Singh has picked up 777 wickets at the First Class level which includes 417 in 103 Tests. In List A cricket, he has scalped 393 wickets with 269 ODI sticks. And on Monday, he achieved the landmark of 200 T20 wickets.
2017-04-25 04:16:59 Read More

Benitez steers Newcastle back to Premier League

Rafael Benitez stayed on after Newcastle United were relegated to the Championship at the end of last season and even though they stumbled of late, the victory over Preston guaranteed a top two finish.
2017-04-25 03:52:07 Read More

Steve Smith praises Ben Stokes, Jaydev Unadkat

Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma cracked his second half-century of the IPL season but could not prevent his team from suffering a nail-biting defeat against Rising Pune Supergiant at the Wankhede Stadium.
2017-04-25 03:22:50 Read More

Ben Stokes brilliance subdues Rohit Sharma's solo effort

Rohit Sharmaâ€™s splendid 58 went in vain as Ben Stokesâ€™ 2/21 and a brilliant final over from Jaydev Unadkat guided Rising Pune Supergiant to a thrilling win over Mumbai Indians.
2017-04-25 03:07:33 Read More

I can't believe I am 44, says Sachin Tendulkar

Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar on Monday said that he could not believe he has turned 44 as he celebrated his birthday in front of thousands of adoring fans at the Wankhede Stadium.
2017-04-24 16:32:27 Read More

I can't believe I am 44, says Sachin Tendulkar

Bhuvi is one of best pacers in IPL history: Muralitharan

Complimenting Bhuvneshwar Kumar for his ability to stop run flow during slog overs, former Sri Lankan spin wizard Muttiah Muralitharan on Monday hailed the Indian paceman as the one of the best bowlers in IPL history.
2017-04-24 13:12:13 Read More

I still have faith in youngsters, says DD coach Dravid

Their campaign has been derailed following a string of shoddy batting performances but Delhi Daredevils chief coach Rahul Dravid on Monday put up a brave front and defended the youngsters, who have failed to deliver.
2017-04-24 11:53:35 Read More

Live highlights: Mumbai Indians vs Pune Supergiant

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Mumbai Indians vs Rising Pune Supergiant on Times of India
2017-04-24 11:43:15 Read More

IPL: Ben Stokes breaks Mumbai Indians' winning streak

Rising Pune Supergiant broke Mumbai Indians' winning streak of six matches, beating them by three runs in a close IPL 2017 contest at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday.
2017-04-24 11:43:15 Read More

IPL live score: Mumbai Indians v Pune Supergiant

Live Commentary and updates of Match 28 of the Indian Premier League between Mumbai Indians vs Rising Pune Supergiant.
2017-04-24 11:35:43 Read More

Sindhu eyes Badminton Asia Championships title

Three years after winning a bronze at the Gimcheon edition, PV Sindhu will once again eye a superlative performance when she leads the Indian challenge at the Badminton Asia Championships starting on Tuesday.
2017-04-24 11:07:12 Read More

No hurry as India's inspirational centenarian wins gold

With a jaunty victory dance, 101-year-old Man Kaur celebrated winning the 100 metres sprint at the World Masters Games in Auckland on Monday, the 17th gold medal in the Indian athlete's remarkable late-blooming career.
2017-04-24 06:31:37 Read More

Mumbai Indians face resurgent Rising Pune Supergiant

MS Dhoni will be in the spotlight again as the Steve Smith-led RPS (3 wins, 6 games, 6 points) take on hosts and tabletoppers Mumbai Indians (6 wins, 7 games, 12 points) in match 28 of the IPL.
2017-04-24 05:14:35 Read More

Sportspersons wish Sachin Tendulkar on his birthday

Sachin Tendulkar is the only man to score 100 international hundreds and play 200 Tests, apart from being the first man to score a double century in ODIs and the first active sportsperson to receive the Bharat Ratna.
2017-04-24 05:12:10 Read More

Lowest innings totals in Indian Premier League history

In a dramatic finish to the game, Royal Challengers Bangalore collapsed to 49, the lowest total in the history of IPL, as Kolkata Knight Riders savoured a 82-run victory at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
2017-04-24 04:26:55 Read More

GL v KXIP: Amla fashions Kings XI Punjab turnaround

Kings XI Punjab produced an all- round performance to finally arrest their slide, beating Gujarat Lions by 26 runs in a one-sided Indian Premier League encounter on Sunday.
2017-04-24 04:19:07 Read More

GL v KXIP: Amla fashions Kings XI Punjab turnaround

Messi hits Barca 500 with last gasp El Clasico winner

Lionel Messi delivered a majestic Clasico display to silence the Santiago Bernabeu as the Argentine scored his 500th Barcelona goal to snatch a thrilling 3-2 win at Real Madrid, leaving the Spanish league title race wide open.
2017-04-24 03:21:35 Read More

Messi hits Barca 500 with last gasp El Clasico winner

â€‹Eden Gardens turns hell for Royal Challengers Bangalor

Royal Challengers Bangalore collapsed to lowest ever Indian Premier League total of 49, losing by 82 runs to Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens on Sunday.
2017-04-24 02:59:06 Read More

Arsenal beat Manchester City to reach FA Cup final

Arsenal will play London rivals Chelsea in the FA Cup final on May 27 after beating Manchester City 2-1 following extra time in the semi-final at Wembley on Sunday.
2017-04-23 16:56:54 Read More

Rafael Nadal wins historic 10th Monte Carlo title

Rafael Nadal won the Monte Carlo Masters for a record-breaking 10th time with a dominant 6-1, 6-3 defeat of Spanish compatriot Albert Ramos-Vinolas on Sunday. The 30-year-old Nadal will be aiming for a 10th French Open title as well next month.
2017-04-23 15:05:25 Read More

Rafael Nadal wins historic 10th Monte Carlo title

IPL Live score: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 27 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore on Times of India.
2017-04-23 14:16:39 Read More

Bravo ruled out of IPL, calls it one of his hardest decisions

Gujarat Lions on Sunday suffered a setback as West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo, so crucial to the franchise' plans, was ruled out of the 10th edition of Indian Premier League.
2017-04-23 14:15:25 Read More

IPL 2017: KKR vs RCB Live Score updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore on Times of India
2017-04-23 14:09:20 Read More

Bopanna-Cuevas pair wins Monte Carlo Masters

India's Rohan Bopanna and his Uruguayan partner Pablo Cuevas on Sunday lifted the men's doubles crown at the Monte Carlo Masters after registering a hard- fought three-set win over Spain's Feliciano Lopez and Marc Lopez.
2017-04-23 12:41:37 Read More

IPL 2017: Kings XI Punjab go fourth after beating Gujarat Lions

Kings XI Punjab put up an all-round show to beat Gujarat Lions by 26 runs for their third win of Indian Premier League 2017 and thus climb up to fourth in the points tally on Sunday.
2017-04-23 10:03:06 Read More

Selection headache: It's Nehra or Shami for Champions Trophy

The three-member selection committee will be fretting on India's bowling combination for the upcoming Champions Trophy with a clear toss-up for the fourth pacer's slot between Ashish Nehra and Mohammed Shami.
2017-04-23 09:24:11 Read More

Contest between RCB's batting might and KKR's potent attack

Kolkata Knight Riders have never been short on support at the majestic Eden Gardens but Royal Challengers Bangalore too can expect decent support on Sunday primarily because of the Virat Kohli factor.
2017-04-23 06:01:57 Read More

Upbeat Gujarat Lions look to fire against Kings XI Punjab

Some of the finest exponents of T20 batting will showcase their skills when a confident Gujarat Lions take on a battle-scarred Kings XI Punjab in their IPL encounter at the Saurashtra Cricket Stadium.
2017-04-23 05:44:36 Read More

PAGE 4

No run-rate is high: Mahendra Singh Dhoni

In recent times, Dhoni hasn't been at his best when it comes to finishing off matches. In the first five games of the season, Dhoni's willow too didn't do much of the talking. With scores of 12*, 5,11, 5 and 28, he was under pressure.
2017-04-23 05:23:18 Read More

Dhoni regains finishing touch against Hyderabad

As Dhoni helped Pune score their third win this season, the game posed many tough questions for Hyderabad captain David Warner - his tactical acumen, Rashid Khan's catching skills and Siddharth Kaul, who bowled the last over, all came under the scanner.
2017-04-23 05:15:59 Read More

Bowlers won us the match vs Daredevils: Rohit Sharma

Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma chose not to be harsh on his batsmen and gave full credit to his bowlers for defending a modest total of 142 against Delhi Daredevils in an IPL match, on Saturday.
2017-04-23 03:22:08 Read More

Ruthless Mumbai shoot down Delhi in battle of quicks

Just as one thought they would look to finish the game early, the top-half of the Daredevils batting line-up fell like a pack of cards to 24/6 by the 39th ball of their innings. They eventually managed only 128/7 to go down by 14 runs.
2017-04-23 03:20:23 Read More

Club from nowhere scripts Indian footballing fairytale

Aizawl need just a draw against Shillong Lajong FC in their last match to become the first I-League champions from the northeast. On the other hand, Mohun Bagan find themselves in a must-win situation.
2017-04-23 00:29:06 Read More

Club from nowhere scripts Indian footballing fairytale

Nadal to face Ramos-Vinolas for 10th Monte Carlo title

Rafael Nadal beat David Goffin 6-3, 6-1 today in a controversial semi-final at the Monte Carlo Masters to put himself on the brink of a 10th title at the clay court showpiece.
2017-04-22 17:20:38 Read More

Nadal to face Ramos-Vinolas for 10th Monte Carlo title

IPL Live score: Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Daredevils

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 25 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Daredevils on Times of India.
2017-04-22 13:55:40 Read More

IPL 2017: Mumbai vs Delhi Live updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Daredevils on Times of India
2017-04-22 11:56:48 Read More

IPL 2017: RPS vs SRH - Live updates & highlights

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 24 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Rising Pune Supergiant vs Sunrisers Hyderabad on Times of India.
2017-04-22 10:15:10 Read More

IPL 2017: RPS beat SRH by 6 wickets

MS Dhoni lit up Match 24 of the Indian Premier League season 10 with a vintage finish to lead Rising Pune Supergiant to a six-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad at Pune on Saturday.
2017-04-22 10:15:10 Read More

IPL live score: Pune Supergiant v Sunrisers Hyderabad

Get all the live updates from Match 24 of the IPL 2017 between Rising Pune Supergiant and Sunrisers Hyderabad.
2017-04-22 09:34:17 Read More

Azlan Shah Cup an important test for India, feels Oltmans

Chief coach Roelant Oltmans feels the upcoming Sultan Azlan Shah Cup will give a clear picture of where the Indian hockey team stands after working rigorously on the physical and mental aspects.
2017-04-22 08:40:14 Read More

Aizawl FC take on Mohun Bagan in I-League 'decider'

Mizo capital epicentre of football as local side take on Mohun Bagan in I-League 'decider'.
2017-04-22 05:25:06 Read More

Pakistan to oppose 'Big 3' model at ICC CEC meeting

BCCI officials are keen that the International Cricket Council sticks to the 'Big Three' model which would let BCCI take a large chunk of ICC's revenue. However, India's neighbour, Pakistan, isn't amused.
2017-04-22 05:04:09 Read More

In Mumbai-Delhi clash, young guns take centrestage

Mumbai Indians have a 6-1 win record at home against Delhi Daredevils and the Rohit Sharma-led team would be looking to exploit their chasing ability once again to extend their five-match winning streak against Zaheer Khanâ€™s boys.
2017-04-22 04:34:35 Read More

Batting looks good, but need to work on our bowling: Raina

Back to winning ways riding on its power-packed batting unit, Gujarat Lions captain Suresh Raina said the team needs to work on its inexperienced bowling department to be a force to reckon with in the ongoing Indian Premier League.
2017-04-22 03:13:41 Read More

KKR v GL: Suresh Raina lords it over Kolkata Knight Riders

The Gujarat Lions skipper almost single-handedly guided his team to a crucial win over the favourites with a cracking knock of 84 (46 balls, 9x4, 4x6). The four-wicket triumph gave the beleaguered Lions a revival shot and lifted them above Pune at the bottom of the table.
2017-04-22 03:06:48 Read More

MS Dhoni's class is permanent: Steve Smith

Steve Smith's predecessor MS Dhoni, who has scored only 61 runs from five games so far, has been facing flack for his average show in the league. But the Australian is undeterred.
2017-04-21 16:59:33 Read More

MS Dhoni's class is permanent: Steve Smith

IPL, Live score: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Gujarat Lions

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 23 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Gujarat Lions on Times of India.
2017-04-21 13:38:53 Read More

IPL 2017: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Gujarat Lions Live Score updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Kolkata Knight Riders vs Gujarat Lions on Times of India
2017-04-21 12:15:49 Read More

IPL 2017: Raina 84 helps Gujarat overcome KKR

Gujarat Lions skipper Suresh Raina led from the front and scored a match-winning 84 to guide his side to a four-wicket win against Kolkata Knight Riders.
2017-04-21 12:15:49 Read More

Real to battle Atletico once more in Champions League

Holders Real Madrid face Atletico Madrid in the Champions League semi-finals as the city rivals do battle once more and French surprise-package Monaco take on Juventus, following the draw on Friday.
2017-04-21 11:27:13 Read More

IPL 2017: Delhi Daredevils aim to rein in red-hot Mumbai Indians

While Mumbai Indians are top of the table with a five-match unbeaten streak, Delhi Daredevils have lost their last two matches of IPL 2017.
2017-04-21 11:15:00 Read More

ICC Champions Trophy 2017: Full squads for eight-team event

The eight-team tournament will be played between June 1-18, with defending champions India pooled with South Africa, Pakistan and Sri Lanka in Group B.
2017-04-21 08:29:52 Read More

Gambhir's boys look to consolidate vs Gujarat Lions

The formbook clearly suggests that Kolkata Knight Riders will start as overwhelming favourites in their IPL-10 match against Gujarat Lions at the Eden Gardens, in Kolkata on Friday.
2017-04-21 05:41:18 Read More

There are no weak teams in IPL, says Yusuf Pathan

Yusuf Pathan, one of their top performers, agreed that Kolkata Knight Riders have an advantage but added that by no means are Gujarat Lions a weak opposition.
2017-04-21 04:49:37 Read More

Is Chris Morris batting too low for Delhi team?

Did Delhi Daredevils err in sending Angelo Mathews ahead of Chris Morris against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Wednesday night? The move night have cost the Delhi a victory which looked possible till the 14th over of their innings.
2017-04-21 03:29:31 Read More

Happy to be a part of an incredible game: Rohit Sharma

Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma compared Mumbai Indians' incredible near 200-run chase inside 16 overs against Kings XI Punjab with their victory against Rajasthan Royals during the 2014 edition of the Indian Premier League.
2017-04-21 03:28:09 Read More

KXIP v MI: Mumbai steal Hashim Amla's thunder

It wasn't supposed to look so easy for MI until the in-form Nitish Rana - and the team's Man Friday at the moment - joined hands with opener Jos Butler to make the result look extremely onesided.
2017-04-21 02:59:51 Read More

IPL 2017, Live Score: KXIP vs MI

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 22 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Kings XI Punjab vs Mumbai Indians on Times of India.
2017-04-20 12:32:25 Read More

Ramos knocks Murray out of Monte Carlo Masters

Spaniard Albert Ramos dumped world number one Andy Murray out of the Monte Carlo Masters 2-6, 6-2, 7-5 on Thursday after firing back from 4-0 down in the final set to take his place in the quarter-finals.
2017-04-20 12:28:32 Read More

IPL: KXIP vs MI - Live updates & highlights

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 22 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Kings XI Punjab vs Mumbai Indians on Times of India.
2017-04-20 12:28:03 Read More

Player like Dhoni should always be respected, says Raina

He was one of Mahendra Singh Dhoni's trusted lieutenants during the best days of Chennai Super Kings and not only does Suresh Raina "miss" his captain but also feels disappointed in the manner he was removed from Rising Pune Supergiant's captaincy.
2017-04-20 11:50:17 Read More

Supreme Court quashes complaint against MS Dhoni

The Supreme Court on Thursday quashed a criminal complaint against former India cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni by an Andhra Pradesh resident following his depiction as Lord Vishnu by a business magazine.
2017-04-20 10:05:05 Read More

Supreme Court quashes complaint against MS Dhoni

Gujarat desperate for revival against powerhouses KKR

Having won four of five matches including a current streak of three in a row, hosts Kolkata Knight Riders would look to continue their winning streak when they face struggling Gujarat Lions in Match 23 of the IPL 2017 at Eden Gardens on Friday.
2017-04-20 08:30:36 Read More

Gujarat desperate for revival against powerhouses KKR

KKR vs GL: Having won four of five matches including a current streak of three in a row, hosts Kolkata Knight Riders would look to continue their winning streak when they face struggling Gujarat Lions in Match 23 of the IPL 2017 at Eden Gardens on Friday.
2017-04-20 08:30:36 Read More

Good performance will improve ranking: Sindhu

After winning the Indian Open, PV Sindhu had a career-best ranking of World No. 2 but the 2016 Olympic silver medallist slipped to fifth place last week after early exits from Malaysian Open and Singapore Open.
2017-04-20 06:52:24 Read More

IPL Week 2 Top Performer: Narine, the masterful metronome

Three wickets in three games at a superb economy rate of 4.75 puts the Kolkata Knight Riders spinner Sunil Narine as the stand-out performer of the past week of matches.
2017-04-20 06:00:23 Read More

Australia get pace boost for Champions Trophy

Selectors have boosted Australia's fast bowling stocks for the ICC Champions Trophy in England and Wales with Mitchell Starc, James Pattinson and John Hastings joining Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins in the squad.
2017-04-20 05:08:01 Read More

Mbappe helps fire Monaco to Champions League semi-final

Teenage sensation Kylian Mbappe, skipper Radamel Falcao and substitute Valere Germain got their goals with Marco Reus netting for Dortmund as the hosts won their Champions League quarter-final 6-3 on aggregate.
2017-04-20 03:36:53 Read More

Mbappe helps fire Monaco to Champions League semi-final

Champions League: Juventus hold to knock out Barcelona

Juventus showed why they boast the best defensive record in the competition as Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Neymar were blunted as the Italians gained revenge for their defeat in the 2015 Champions League final.
2017-04-20 03:28:51 Read More

Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Delhi Daredevils by 15 runs

Shikhar Dhawan roared back to form while Kane Williamson began his 2017 Indian Premier League (IPL) journey in style as Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) beat Delhi Daredevils (DD) by 15 runs.
2017-04-20 03:28:36 Read More

I always focus on playing my natural game: Pathan

He wants to finish games like he did for the Kolkata Knight Riders against Delhi Daredevils but Yusuf Pathan won't change his flamboyant style of batsmanship.
2017-04-19 13:28:08 Read More

Basil Thampi will soon represent India, says Bravo

West Indies' World T20-winning allrounder Dwayne Bravo is mighty impressed with uncapped Kerala speedster Basil Thampi, saying he could soon represent India.
2017-04-19 12:38:06 Read More

Tendulkar's philosophical reply to SRK's sentimental tweet

In his own inimitable way, Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Wednesday wished Sachin Tendulkar for his upcoming film and elicited a philosophical response from the cricket legend.
2017-04-19 12:06:46 Read More

PAGE 5

IPL: Williamson, bowlers trump Daredevils

Needing 192 to win, Sunrisers Hyderabad finished on 176 for 5 with Siddharth Kaul bowling a magnificent final over, conceding just eight off it and winning the match for his side.
2017-04-19 11:56:08 Read More

Ronaldo wants boos to stop after rescuing Real again

Cristiano Ronaldo asked for immunity from the boos of the ever-demanding Santiago Bernabeu crowd after his hat-trick against Bayern Munich on Tuesday fired Real Madrid into the semi-finals of the Champions League for a seventh consecutive season.
2017-04-19 10:58:52 Read More

Ronaldo wants boos to stop after rescuing Real again

China Grand Prix Gold: Kashyap, Harsheel Dani into last 16

In his comeback to competitive badminton after a three-month absence, 2014 Commonwealth Games gold medalist Parupalli Kashyap has beaten Thailand's Suppanyu Avihingsanon 21-16, 21-17 to enter the final 16 of the 2017 China Grand Prix Gold.
2017-04-19 10:50:32 Read More

Universe-Boss is still here and still alive: Chris Gayle

The self-proclaimed "Universe-Boss" Chris Gayle warned his rival IPL teams, saying he is still here and alive after he returned to form with a smashing 77 against Gujarat Lions to guide RCB to 21-run win.
2017-04-19 06:04:52 Read More

Kings XI Punjab anxious for turnaround against Mumbai

Mumbai Indians sit at second on the points table, while Kings XI Punjab are at fifth place after five matches.
2017-04-19 05:55:05 Read More

Vardy in vain as Atletico end Leicester fairytale

Despite heavy Leicester City pressure and furious noise inside the King Power Stadium, Atletico Madrid completed a 2-1 aggregate win to reach the Champions League semi-finals for the third time in four seasons.
2017-04-19 03:50:52 Read More

Atletico end Leicester fairytale at Champions League

Ronaldo hat-trick fires Real into Champions League semis

Cristiano Ronaldo scored a hat-trick to send Real Madrid through to the Champions League semi-finals with a 4-2 extra-time win and 6-3 aggregate success against 10-man Bayern Munich in controversial circumstances.
2017-04-19 03:26:10 Read More

IPL 2017: Gayle leads RCB blitz to down Gujarat Lions

Riding on Chris Gayle's blazing return to form, RCB devoured the Lions in their own den and raced away to 213 for two and then restricted them to 192/7.
2017-04-19 03:14:24 Read More

IPL: Chris Gayle first to 10,000 runs in T20s

Chris Gayle has become the first batsman in the world to reach the landmark of 10,000 runs in Twenty20 cricket. The big-hitting West Indian achieved the feat during his ongoing innings for Royal Challengers Bangalore in game 20 of IPL 2017 versus Gujarat Lions
2017-04-18 14:51:43 Read More

IPL: Gayle, Kohli star as RCB beat Gujarat by 21 runs

Chris Gayle (77) and skipper Virat Kohli (64) hit fine half centuries as Royal Challengers Bangalore beat Gujarat Lions by 21 runs to register their second victory in the 10th edition of the Indian Premier League at the SCA Stadium in Rajkot on Tuesday.
2017-04-18 13:04:26 Read More

No revocation of life ban: BCCI tells Sreesanth

Tainted Indian speedster S Sreesanth has got a shocker from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) with the apex body reiterating that the life ban imposed on him will stay.
2017-04-18 10:59:26 Read More

Rename 'Mankad', fumes Sunil Gavaskar

The term "Mankad" is used when a bowler runs out a non-striker before delivery and was coined 70 years ago when Vinoo Mankad twice ran out Bill Brown at the bowler's end during India's tour of Australia in 1947.
2017-04-18 09:19:04 Read More

Visually impaired Indian runner completes Boston Marathon

Bangalore-based Sagar Baheti has become the first visually impaired Indian runner to complete the historic Boston Marathon, the world's oldest, most competitive and the hardest marathon to qualify for.
2017-04-18 07:53:04 Read More

Delhi Daredevils seek leverage against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Sunrisers Hyderabad are third on the IPL 2017 leaderboard while Delhi Daredevils currently sit at fourth place with four points from four games.
2017-04-18 07:35:24 Read More

KXIP will regain momentum during home games: Vohra

Vohra's 95-run knock went in vain against Sunrisers Hyderabad and the visitors went down by five runs in a chase of 160. It was Punjab's third successive loss but Vohra denied that his team is under any pressure as of now.
2017-04-18 06:28:56 Read More

KXIP will regain momentum during home games: Vohra

Dhoni need not prove anything to anyone: Shane Warne

Removed from captaincy before the start of the 10th edition of the IPL, Mahendra Singh Dhoni so far has had a quiet tournament for Rising Pune Supergiant by his standards, scoring 61 runs in five games.
2017-04-18 06:18:12 Read More

When current Delhi skipper & his predecessor collided

It was the first ball of the 19th over. Gautam Gambhir, at point, flung the ball and broke out in a war-cry as Pant walked off as nonchalantly as his hitting had been.
2017-04-18 04:29:25 Read More

DD v KKR: Pandey, Pathan power Kolkata to win over Delhi

Manish Pandey (69*) and Yusuf Pathan (59) played superb knocks to guide Kolkata Knight Riders to a four-wicket win over Delhi Daredevils in the Match 18 of the IPL at the Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium in Delhi on Monday.
2017-04-18 03:50:22 Read More

Football fan pushed to his death at match in Argentina

An Argentine football fan died Monday after being pushed from a stand at a derby match by an angry crowd who thought he was a rival supporter, officials said.
2017-04-18 03:47:11 Read More

Bhuvneshwar repels Manan charge in Hyderabad thriller

Bhuvneshwar Kumarâ€™s maiden IPL fifer helped Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Kings XI Punjab by five runs despite Manan Vohraâ€™s brilliant 50-ball 95. With the win, SRH rose to third in IPL table.
2017-04-18 03:19:59 Read More

I'm used to it, Bhuvneshwar says after match-winning effort

Sunrisers Hyderabad's pace spearhead Bhuvneshwar Kumar said he was not worried about the onslaught launched by Manan Vohra of Kings XI Punjab in their IPL match on Monday, as he is "used to it".
2017-04-18 03:14:42 Read More

Laggers Royal Challengers, Lions look to arrest slide

Its the clash of the basement dwellers RCB and GL in game 20 of IPL 10, and there's not much reason to celebrate for fans of either franchise.
2017-04-18 02:36:44 Read More

Tough to make a comeback after injury: Coulter-Nile

Kolkata Knight Riders pacer Nathan Coulter-Nile, who picked up three wickets for 23 runs to help his side beat Delhi Daredevils in the IPL on Monday, said it was tough to make a comeback after an injury layoff.
2017-04-17 17:04:38 Read More

Tough to make a comeback after injury: Coulter-Nile

Blues great John Terry to leave Chelsea

Chelsea great John Terry will leave the club at the end of the season, the Premier League leaders announced on Monday. The 36-year-old former England central defender has spent his entire professional career at Stamford Bridge.
2017-04-17 16:50:41 Read More

EPL: Terry to leave Chelsea at the end of season

IPL 2017, Live Score: SRH vs KXIP

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 19 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kings XI Punjab on Times of India.
2017-04-17 12:39:47 Read More

IPL 2017: SRH vs KXIP Live updates and highlights

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 19 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kings XI Punjab on Times of India.
2017-04-17 12:37:35 Read More

Srinivasan cannot represent BCCI in ICC meet, says SC

Former BCCI president N Srinivasan cannot represent the Board at the ICC meeting next week as he has been held guilty of conflict of interest, the Supreme Court said today.
2017-04-17 11:24:58 Read More

IPL 2017, DD vs KKR: Live updates & highlights

Sitting atop the points table, Kolkata Knight Riders would look to consolidate their position against Delhi Daredevils in what promises to be a thrilling IPL encounter.
2017-04-17 09:40:45 Read More

IPL 2017 live score: Daredevils v Knight Riders

Get all the live updates of Match 18 of the IPL 2017 between Delhi Daredevils and Kolkata Knight Riders.
2017-04-17 09:29:26 Read More

Vettori defends dropping Gayle in match against Pune

"After the Mumbai Indians game, we thought we had a bowler short and Watson gives us the opportunity as he is a proven performer with both bat and ball. He has been a wonderful Twenty20 all-rounder and we decided to back Watson for his all-round skills," Daniel Vettori said.
2017-04-17 07:10:44 Read More

My cameo was one of match-turning points: Manoj Tiwary

Rising Pune Supergiant batsman Manoj Tiwary struck 27 from just 11 balls after RPS suffered a middle order collapse to take the team score to 161/8. RPS then restricted RCB to 134/9 to notch up a 27-run win.
2017-04-17 06:55:20 Read More

SRH v KXIP: Hyderabad back in their den, favoured vs Punjab

Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kings XI Punjab both will look to avoiding a hat-trick of defeats when they face each other in an Indian Premier League (IPL) contest at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium on Monday.
2017-04-17 05:43:15 Read More

Four state units backing 'very busy' Ganguly for ICC job

At the behest of four associations, Himachal Pradesh, Maharashtra, Baroda and Bengal, Ganguly's name has been pitched, though the former skipper himself hasn't gone on record yet, stating his intent.
2017-04-17 05:00:52 Read More

DD v KKR: Gautam Gambhir back on 'home' turf

This is more of a home ground for Delhi boy Gambhir than anyone in the squad - including the two young Delhites (Rishabh Pant and Navdeep Saini).
2017-04-17 03:20:02 Read More

DD v KKR: Gautam Gambhir back on 'home' turf

This is more of a home ground for Delhi boy Gambhir than anyone in the squad - including the two young Delhites (Rishabh Pant and Navdeep Saini).
2017-04-17 03:20:02 Read More

If we play like this, we don't deserve to win: Virat Kohli

A dejected Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli said that they have to find a "winning formula" soon as they don't deserve to win with this kind of performance.
2017-04-17 02:56:24 Read More

MI v GL: Rohit among runs as Mumbai extend streak

Chasing a tricky target of 177, skipper Rohit Sharma remained unbeaten on 40 off 29 balls with Mumbai Indians knocking off the target with three balls to spare.
2017-04-17 02:56:08 Read More

RCB v RPS: Listless Bangalore lose another tie at home

Brilliant bowling displays from Ben Stokes and Shardul Thakur and Manoj Tiwary's late cameo guided Rising Pune Supergiant to a 27-run win over Royal Challengers Bangalore.
2017-04-17 02:37:33 Read More

IPL 2017, Live Score: RCB vs RPS

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 17 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rising Pune Supergiant on Times of India.
2017-04-16 14:16:27 Read More

IPL 2017: RCB win toss, opt to bowl vs RPS

Live updates of Match 17 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rising Pune Supergiant on Times of India.
2017-04-16 12:06:27 Read More

IPL 2017: RPS beat RCB by 27 runs

Rising Pune Supergiant registered their second win of the season beating Royal Challengers Bangalore by 27 runs in Match 17 of the Indian Premier League 2017 at M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday.
2017-04-16 12:06:27 Read More

Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Lions: Live updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Sunrisers Hyderabad on Times of India.
2017-04-16 10:06:28 Read More

IPL live score: Mumbai Indians v Gujarat Lions

Get live cricket score updates of Match 16 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Lions.
2017-04-16 09:35:21 Read More

Praneeth beats Srikanth to win Singapore Open title

B Sai Praneeth upstaged compatriot K Srikanth to clinch the Singapore Open men's singles title, his maiden Super Series trophy, on Sunday. Praneeth prevailed 17-21, 21-17, 21-12 in a 54-minute contest.
2017-04-16 09:00:22 Read More

U-15 shuttlers Gayatri, Samiya emerge victorious in Jakarta

Gayatri beat Samiya in the women's Under-15 singles final, and then the two girls teamed up to claim the women's U-15 doubles title.
2017-04-16 07:17:55 Read More

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Singapore Open final live: Srikanth vs Praneeth

Get the live updates of the Singapore Open Super Series 2017 final where two ace Indian shuttlers Kidambi Srikanth and B Sai Praneeth will fight it out for the coveted title.
2017-04-16 06:25:30 Read More

Crunch time as rivals Kohli and Smith square up again

Indian skipper Virat Kohli will renew his onfield rivalry with Australian counterpart Steve Smith on Sunday, but this time the goal will be to reignite Royal Challengers Bangalore's stuttering campaign in the Indian Premier League.
2017-04-16 04:24:44 Read More

Mumbai clash with a resurgent Gujarat in their own den

MI have been notorious for their sluggish starts. This year though the story has been different. Their captain and biggest playmaker has scores of 3, 2, 4 and 0 and has struggled to pick wrist spin.
2017-04-16 03:47:51 Read More

US-based NRI in Indian squad for FIFA U-17 World Cup

The Indian squad for the Under-17 football World Cup that the country will host in October has been boosted with the inclusion of Namit Deshpande, a US-based NRI scouted by the All India Football Federation through its overseas scouting portal.
2017-04-16 03:23:35 Read More

IPL 2017: Spinners do the trick as Kolkata surge to top

The re-laid Eden Gardens track changed its character in the summer heat much to the delight of Kolkata Knight Riders spinners who played a key role in securing a 17-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad on Saturday.
2017-04-16 03:11:29 Read More

IPL 2017: Spinners do the trick as Kolkata surge to top

IPL 2017: Delhi live up to top Billings against Punjab

Every time Delhi Daredevils have walked out on for a practice session this season, Sam Billings has got very little time to move around without his batting pads on.
2017-04-16 03:03:15 Read More

It's been a solid year, hope to build on it: Sania Mirza

Indian tennis star Sania Mirza on Saturday said she has had a "solid year already" and hopes to build on it with her new women's doubles partner -- Yaroslava Shvedova of Kazakhstan.
2017-04-15 12:38:51 Read More

It's been a solid year, hope to build on it: Sania Mirza

IPL 2017: All-round Delhi beat Punjab by 51 runs

Delhi Daredevils put up yet another clinical performance to record their second win of the Indian Premier League 2017 as they beat Kings XI Punjab by 51 runs at the Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium in Delhi on Saturday.
2017-04-15 11:59:11 Read More

Singapore Open: Srikanth beats Ginting to enter final

Kidambi Srikanth beat Anthony Ginting 21-13, 21-14 to enter the final of the Singapore Super Series on Saturday to set up an all-Indian final with B Sai Praneeth.
2017-04-15 10:58:11 Read More

Singapore Open: Srikanth beats Ginting to enter final

Kidambi Srikanth beat Anthony Ginting 21-13, 21-14 to enter the final of the Singapore Super Series on Saturday to set up an all-Indian final with B Sai Praneeth.
2017-04-15 10:58:11 Read More

Praneeth enters maiden Super Series final at Singapore

Indian shuttler B Sai Praneeth dished out a dominating performance to outclass Korea's Lee Dong-keun in straight games and reach his maiden Super Series final at the Singapore Open on Saturday.
2017-04-15 10:03:16 Read More

IPL 2017, Live Score: KKR vs SRH

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 14 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad on Times of India.
2017-04-15 10:00:27 Read More

IPL 2017: KKR vs SRH - Updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad on Times of India
2017-04-15 09:56:00 Read More

Live: Singapore Open Super Series 2017 semifinals

Get the live updates of the Singapore Open Super Series 2017 semifinals where two ace Indian shuttlers B Sai Praneeth and Kidambi Srikanth will fight it out in their respective matches for places in the finals.
2017-04-15 08:12:47 Read More

Couldn't have asked for better debut after 34-match wait: Tye

It was worth the wait for Australian pacer Andrew Tye, who possible couldn't have asked for a better IPL debut after sitting in the dug-out for 34 matches across three editions and two teams.
2017-04-15 07:05:30 Read More

Couldn't have asked for better debut after 34-match wait: Tye

IPL: Gujarat Lions eye hat-trick over Mumbai Indians

IPL 2017: Mumbai Indians are four points ahead of Gujarat Lions, who opened their account on Friday after two losses.
2017-04-15 06:51:44 Read More

DD v KXIP: Batsmen work overtime as Delhi eye consistency

When it comes to their ploys and team combination, Delhi Daredevils have often been inscrutable. Even with Rahul Dravid coming in as the mentor last year, the team has chosen not to wear a settled look, either in triumph and defeat.
2017-04-15 05:35:17 Read More

KKR v SRH: Kolkata Knight Riders look to keep rolling

Catching your rivals off guard is an important aspect of military warfare. The Kolkata Knight Riders think tank has been successful in importing that strategy in IPL-10 so far.
2017-04-15 04:45:06 Read More

Srikanth, Praneeth all set for Singapore Open semifinals

The semi-final clashes will start at 11:30am (IST) and Srikanth's match is lined up as the fifth and last match at Main Location - 1 while Praneeth's match is scheduled as the fourth match at Main Location - 2. The semi-final matches will come live on Star Sports 4 and HD 4 from 11:30am onwards.
2017-04-15 04:20:37 Read More

Andrew Tye hattrick powers Gujarat Lions' first win in IPL 10

Andrew Tyeâ€™s brilliant spell of 5/17, including a hattrick, guided Gujarat Lions to a seven-wicket win over Rising Pune Supergiant in 2017 Indian Premier League. This was GLâ€™s first win this season.
2017-04-15 03:13:34 Read More

Stunning Badree spell in vain as Mumbai down Kohli's RCB

With 142 runs to defend against a team which bats deep, Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli wore a solemn look as he had a chat with the team.
2017-04-15 02:57:32 Read More

Two hat-tricks in a day: Tye, Badree make IPL history

Gujarat Lions pacer Andrew Tye and Royal Challengers Bangalore's leg-spinner Samuel Badree made Friday a special day for bowlers at the ongoing Indian Premier League as they claimed a hat-trick each in their respective matches.
2017-04-14 16:43:36 Read More

Advani beats Kothari to win Asian Billiards title

Sixteen-time world champion Pankaj Advani defeated compatriot Sourav Kothari 6-3 in an entertaining final of the Asian Billiards Championship today. It is Advani's sixth Asian Billiards and seventh overall Asian championship title.
2017-04-14 13:14:57 Read More

Advani beats Kothari to win Asian Billiards title

IPL: Tye five sets up thumping win for Gujarat Lions

Australian bowler Andrew Tye set the base with a hat-trick, finishing with the first five-wicket haul of this IPL and it was followed by an imposing 91-run stand by Brendon McCullum and Dwayne Smith that took the game away from the Supergiant.
2017-04-14 12:43:41 Read More

India to skip Sultan of Johor Cup due to Pak presence

The Indian men's hockey team will not take part in the Sultan of Johor Cup in Malaysia for the second year in a row, citing the presence of Pakistan in the event to be held in October.
2017-04-14 12:19:09 Read More

Singapore Open: Sindhu loses to Marin in quarters

Sindhu lost 21-11, 21-15 to arch-rival Marin in the quarterfinal, while Praneeth, ranked 30 in the men's singles, beat Tanongsak Saensomboonsuk of Thailand 15-21, 21-14, 21-19 on Friday.
2017-04-14 11:34:50 Read More

IPL : RCB vs Mumbai Indians Live Score updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Mumbai Indians on Times of India
2017-04-14 10:13:45 Read More

IPL 2017 live score: Royal Challengers v Mumbai Indians

Get all the live updates of Match 12 of the Indian Premier League 2017 between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Mumbai Indians.
2017-04-14 09:23:17 Read More

Jadeja's return gives struggling Gujarat the edge v Pune

'Sir' Ravindra Jadeja, one of their biggest weapons, is back in what should be a massive boost for the so-far off-colour Gujarat Lions, who take on Rising Pune Supergiant in their own den.
2017-04-14 06:32:17 Read More

Jadeja's return gives struggling Gujarat the edge v Pune

Time away reignites the spark in you, says Kohli

When Virat Kohli walked into the prematch press conference, he wore a smile that lit up his face. Ready for his first game of the IPL season, the home skipper spoke on the lessons from the break and the match ahead.
2017-04-14 05:34:26 Read More

BCCI set to welcome back Chennai, Rajasthanâ€‹ in IPL

Two-time IPL winners Chennai Super Kings and 2008 champions Rajasthan Royals were suspended from the IPL for two seasons - 2016 & 2017 - by the Supreme Court following the spot-fixing scandal that erupted in 2013.
2017-04-14 04:30:06 Read More

PV Sindhu faces Carolina Marin at Singapore Open quarter-final

Ace Indian shuttler and Olympic silver medalist PV Sindhu will face Spain's Carolina Marin in the quarter-final of the Singapore Open Super Series on Friday. The match promises to add another chapter in the riveting rivalry of Sindhu and Olympic gold medalist Marin.
2017-04-14 03:44:17 Read More

Virat Kohli looks to inspire RCB against Mumbai Indians

India captain Virat Kohli will return to bolster Royal Challengers Bangalore's campaign when they take on arch-rivals Mumbai Indians in 12th match of the 2017 IPL on Friday. Sidelined by shoulder injury sustained last month, Kohli had hinted on social media on Wednesday that he was ready for action.
2017-04-14 03:20:35 Read More

Gambhir, Narine help KKR beat KXIP by eight wickets

Riding on Gautam Gambhirâ€™s unbeaten 72-run knock and Sunil Narineâ€™s all-round show, Kolkata Knight Riders thrashed Kings XI Punjab by eight wickets in match 11 of the 2017 Indian Premier League at the Eden Gardens.
2017-04-14 02:48:44 Read More

Singapore Open: Sindhu, Srikanth, Praneeth in quarters

Olympic silver medalist PV Sindhu, Kidambi Srikanth and B Sai Praneeth, runner-up at this year's Syed Modi Grand Prix, advanced to the quarter-finals of the singles events at the Singapore Open Super Series.
2017-04-13 15:37:19 Read More

Smith not too concerned about Dhoni's batting

Rising Pune Supergiant skipper Steve Smith on Thursday backed MS Dhoni, who has been struggling with the bat in the last three games
2017-04-13 15:05:15 Read More

With my comeback, focus will be on chasing: Kohli

A shoulder injury sustained during the Australia Test series ruled Kohli out of the first two games while AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle played a game each as RCB opted to set targets in the first two games.
2017-04-13 14:52:48 Read More

IPL Match Highlights: KKR beat KXIP by 8 wickets

Kolkata Knight Riders registered their second victory of the season in their first home game in Match 11 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) against Kings XI Punjab at the Eden Gardens on Thursday by chasing 171 in just 16.3 overs
2017-04-13 13:00:52 Read More

Removing me from TOPS funding right decision: Sushil

Omitted from the Target Olympic Podium Scheme, India's lone double Olympic medallist Sushil Kumar on Thursday gracefully accepted it, saying there was no point taking funds from the government when he is out of action.
2017-04-13 11:21:39 Read More

Singapore Open: Sindhu into quarter-finals, faces Marin

PV Sindhu's opponent in the quarter-finals will be Spain's Carolina Marin, her Rio Olympics rival whom she beat in the final of the India Open in New Delhi this month as well as during the Dubai Masters in December.
2017-04-13 10:44:27 Read More

Singapore Open: Sindhu into quarter-finals, faces Marin

Sindhu, Srikanth the focus in round two of Singapore Open

All eyes will be on Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu and ace male shuttler Kidambi Srikanth in the second round of the Singapore Open Super Series on Thursday.
2017-04-13 08:44:28 Read More

Ronaldo hits 100th European goal as Real win at Bayern

Cristiano Ronaldo netted his 100th European goal on Wednesday to give holders Real Madrid a 2-1 comeback win at 10-man Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-final, first-leg.
2017-04-13 04:57:04 Read More

Virat Kohli cleared for Royal Challengers Bangalore return

The RCB captain is available for Friday's home game against Mumbai Indians, the BCCI announced today.
2017-04-13 04:45:04 Read More

IPL media rights period to come down from 10 years to 5

The decision to bring down the rights period by a good five years from 2018 to 2022 will ensure that the rights next come up for renewal just before the International Cricket Council (ICC) media rights in 2023. It is being seen as a masterstroke by the cricket industry.
2017-04-13 04:07:15 Read More

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IPL 10 Player of the Week: Bhuvneshwar, SRH's talisman

Six wickets in three games from Purple Cap holder has helped defending champions SRH stay in the top half of the IPL 2017 points table.
2017-04-13 03:28:33 Read More

KKR face high-flying Punjab on seamer-friendly Eden track

Kolkata Knight Riders were grounded in their second match against Mumbai Indians after making a flying start to IPL-10 with a 10-wicket win against Gujarat Lions. To add to Kolkata's woes, new-found hero Chris Lynn has been ruled out against Kings XI Punjab at the Eden Gardens on Thursday.
2017-04-13 03:07:12 Read More

Mumbai Indians end Sunrisers Hyderabad's unbeaten run

Mumbai Indians' impressive all-round show on Wednesday saw them beat defending champions Sunrisers Hyderabad by four wickets at the Wankhede Stadium in the 2017 Indian Premier League (IPL).
2017-04-13 02:42:38 Read More

Not sure if Dhoni is still a good T20 player: Ganguly

"I am not too sure if Dhoni is a good T20 player. He is a champion ODI player but when it comes to T20 cricket, in 10 years, he has got one fifty and that's not the best record," former India captain Sourav Ganguly said.
2017-04-12 16:17:46 Read More

Dressing room atmosphere secret to KXIP's good start: Saha

Saha said the free atmosphere in the dressing room has helped the team start this year's Indian Premier League (IPL) campaign with two wins on the trot.
2017-04-12 13:50:25 Read More

IPL 2017: Rana, Pandya lead Mumbai to four-wicket win

Mumbai Indians broke Sunrisers Hyderabadâ€™s two-match winning streak with a four-wicket victory at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Wednesday in Match 10 of the Indian Premier League 2017.
2017-04-12 13:42:28 Read More

India blessed with good fast bowling stocks: Brett Lee

Former Australia pacer Brett Lee is impressed with the current lot of Indian fast bowlers and has praised young pacer Jasprit Bumrah, among others, for his ability to bowl effective yorkers.
2017-04-12 12:18:37 Read More

McLaren's Alonso to miss Monaco GP to race in Indy 500

McLaren driver Fernando Alonso will miss the Monaco Grand Prix in May in order to race in the Indianapolis 500, his team said on Wednesday. McLaren is returning to the Indy 500 after an absence of 38 years
2017-04-12 11:27:39 Read More

McLaren's Alonso to miss Monaco GP to race in Indy 500

PV Sindhu enters second round of Singapore Open

Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu staved off a stiff challenge from 2016 All England champion Nozomi Okuhara of Japan to make a positive start to her campaign at the Singapore Open here on Wednesday.
2017-04-12 10:30:39 Read More

We've ability to defend Champions Trophy: Harbhajan

Veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh believes defending champions India have the strength, ability and stability to retain the Champions Trophy in June.
2017-04-12 08:31:16 Read More

Bhajji among ambassadors for Champions Trophy

Veteran Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh was named one of the eight ambassadors for the ICC Champions Trophy scheduled in England from June 1 to 18.
2017-04-12 07:15:23 Read More

MCC amends laws to minimise injuries to 'keepers from bails

MCC has decided to change Law 8.3, following an approach from two companies who have submitted designs for mechanisms that tether the bails to the stumps, without limiting their ability to be dislodged.
2017-04-12 06:02:38 Read More

German police hunt suspect of Dortmund bus blast

The assault, described by Dortmund city's police chief as a "targeted attack" against the team, shook German football ahead of crucial Champions League ties this week. German authorities have held off from describing it as a terror attack.
2017-04-12 04:19:31 Read More

Sanju Samson justifies Rahul Dravid's faith in him

Sanju repaid the faith shown in him by Dravid by smashing a blazing hundred. "We had a very good pre-season camp. We are blessed to have Dravid sir with us. So I came into the tournament in a happy frame of mind," said Sanju.
2017-04-12 04:00:43 Read More

CL: Dybala upstages Messi as Juventus thump Barcelona

Paulo Dybala upstaged his fellow Argentine Lionel Messi by scoring two exquisitely taken goals to set Juventus on the way to an emphatic 3-0 win over an underwhelming Barcelona in the Champions League on Tuesday.
2017-04-12 03:37:03 Read More

3rd ODI: Malik ton helps Pakistan to series win over WI

Shoaib Malik hit a majestic six to secure his century and a six-wicket victory as Pakistan swept to a series triumph over West Indies in their third and final one-day international on Tuesday.
2017-04-12 03:22:48 Read More

Scrappy Mumbai Indians take on in-form Sunrisers Hyderabad

Bolstered by the thrilling last over win over the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Mumbai Indians will aim to deny a hattrick of wins to defending champions Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), when the two sides clash in at the Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday.
2017-04-12 03:20:08 Read More

Centurion Sanju powers Daredevils to their biggest-ever win

Sanju Samson's measured 63-ball 102, followed by a thunderous nine-ball 38 by Chris Morris helped Delhi Daredevils set a huge target of 206 which proved too much for hosts Rising Pune Supergiant at the MCA Stadium in Gahunje.
2017-04-12 02:59:00 Read More

Explosions hit Dortmund team bus, one player injured

Borussia Dortmund's team bus was attacked with explosives on Tuesday shortly before the start of their Champions League clash with AS Monaco, injuring defender Marc Bartra and forcing the match to be postponed by a day.
2017-04-11 18:41:54 Read More

Mustafizur Rahman available for selection, says Tom Moody

Mustafizur Rahman, the talented Bangladesh left-arm seamer, who created such an impact for the Sunrisers Hyderabad last year, will be joining the defending IPL champions for their game against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede on Wednesday.
2017-04-11 13:09:03 Read More

IPL 2017: All-round Delhi thrash Pune by 97 runs

Delhi Daredevils produced an all-round show to thrash Rising Pune Supergiant by 97 runs and record their first win of Indian Premier League 2017 at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium on Tuesday night.
2017-04-11 12:47:49 Read More

Kohli eyeing comeback against Mumbai Indians on April 14

India captain Virat Kohli dropped hints that he may just make a return from injury in Royal Challengers Bangalore's IPL encounter against Mumbai Indians on April 14.
2017-04-11 10:27:49 Read More

Umesh Yadav joins KKR training ahead of KXIP game, set to play

Star India fast bowler Umesh Yadav missed the first two Kolkata Knight Riders matches in the IPL due to right hip and lower back soreness after a gruelling home season where he played 12 of the 13 Tests.
2017-04-11 09:46:16 Read More

Umesh Yadav joins KKR training ahead of KXIP game, set to play

Sreejesh to lead India at Azlan Shah, four rookies included

Star custodian PR Sreejesh will lead an 18-member Indian hockey team at the 26th Sultan Azlan Shah Cup in Ipoh, Malaysia, starting April 29. Manpreet Singh will be Sreejesh's deputy in the squad,
2017-04-11 06:56:08 Read More

Sreejesh to lead India at Azlan Shah, four rookies included

Wanted to see why I wasn't picked: Imran Tahir

Leg-spinner Imran Tahir came to Rising Pune Supergiant as a replacement of Mitchell Marsh. After two games and five wickets, Tahir shares the top wicket-takers' spot with Afghanistan leggie Rashid Khan.
2017-04-11 05:21:44 Read More

IPL 2017: It's Pune's batting vs Delhi's bowling

With Steve Smith, MS Dhoni, in-form Ajinkya Rahane and all-rounder Ben Stokes in Pune line-up, the batting at least on paper is not a big worry. But they have to work on their bowling, their weaker suit.
2017-04-11 04:58:45 Read More

10 years on, Mumbai Indians' mission incredible

Mumbai Indians, a founding member franchise of the Indian Premier League (IPL) that began in 2008, celebrated their decade-long participation in the competition where they have consistently showcased cricketing excellence.
2017-04-11 04:22:36 Read More

BCCI official asks why Sourav Ganguly is endorsing brands

Can Sourav Ganguly, who's currently the CAB president, still continue to endorse products as a Board official? As he's also a member of the IPL Governing Council, can he promote the associate sponsor of an IPL team? Asks a top BCCI official.
2017-04-11 03:55:26 Read More

Kings XI Punjab beat RCB despite De Villiers' heroics

For a team which finished last in the previous season, Kings XI Punjab have done well to record their second win in a row, ensuring a perfect start for the underdogs in this Indian Premier League campaign.
2017-04-11 03:19:26 Read More

I believe I belong to the Indian set-up now: Abhinav Mukund

Abhinav Mukund, who made a comeback to the Indian Test side after a gap of six years, says he has a lot of takeaways from the hard-fought series win over Australia.
2017-04-10 17:38:46 Read More

I believe I belong to the Indian set-up now: Abhinav Mukund

Abhinav Mukund, who made a comeback to the Indian Test side after a gap of six years, says he has a lot of takeaways from the hard-fought series win over Australia.
2017-04-10 17:38:46 Read More

Saina withdraws, Sindhu hoping for better show

London Olympic bronze medallist Saina Nehwal today pulled out of the USD 350,000 Singapore Super Series to spend more time in training to improve her game ahead of the hectic international circuit.
2017-04-10 14:19:26 Read More

Live updates: Kings XI Punjab vs Royal Challengers Bangalore

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Kings XI Punjab vs Royal Challengers Bangalore on Times of India
2017-04-10 13:34:08 Read More

IPL: Amla, Maxwell star as KXIP sail to eight-wicket win

Kings XI Punjab overcame a stunning late assault from AB de Villiers in a clinical chase to beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by eight wickets in Indore on Monday. Hashim Amla scored an unbeaten 58 while skipper Glenn Maxwell scored a 22-ball 43 to seal the chase of 149 in 14.3 overs.
2017-04-10 13:34:08 Read More

Sakshi, Sandeep break into top-10 of world rankings

Rio Olympics bronze medallist Sakshi Malik on Monday climbed up to World No. 5 in women's 58kg freestyle in the latest world rankings released by the United World Wrestling.
2017-04-10 12:59:38 Read More

Can ineligible person represent BCCI in ICC meet: CoA to SC

The Committee of Administrators (CoA) moved the Supreme Court seeking clarification on whether persons, rendered ineligible to hold posts in BCCI and state cricket associations, can be nominated to take part in the ICC meeting scheduled on April 24.
2017-04-10 12:50:57 Read More

We expect Lee-Hesh to behave with maturity: AITA

Denouncing the way Mahesh Bhupathi and Leander Paes publicly sparred over Davis Cup selection, AITA on Monday said it expects the veteran players to behave in a mature manner.
2017-04-10 12:10:18 Read More

IPL Live: Kings XI Punjab v Royal Challengers Bangalore

Catch the live score and commentary of the Indian Premier League, Match 8, between Kings XI Punjab and Royal Challengers Bangalore.
2017-04-10 11:51:53 Read More

Pollard slams Manjrekar for his on-air comments

Mumbai Indians batsman Kieron Pollard has slammed Sanjay Manjrekar for his on-air comments about his batting during an IPL match against Kolkata Knight Riders here, saying that the former India player suffers from "verbal diarrhoea".
2017-04-10 09:29:21 Read More

India beat Chile to win Women's Hockey World League Round 2

India defeated Chile in the shoot-out in a pulsating contest to win the Women's Hockey World League Round 2 and qualify for the World League Semi-final.
2017-04-10 06:19:22 Read More

It happens in T20 cricket: Jayawardene on Mumbai win

Mumbai Indians snatched victory from the jaws of defeat, overhauling Kolkata Knight Riders' challenging score of 178 with one ball to spare in their Indian Premier League clash at the Wankhede Stadium.
2017-04-10 05:52:45 Read More

Playing IPL has made Indian players fearless: Whatmore

The former Aussie international â€‹Dav Whatmore dwells on the positive impact of IPL, on Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja and on Indian team's chances of winning abroad in a chat with TOI.
2017-04-10 05:36:29 Read More

KXIP v RCB: Will the sleeping giant finally wake up for RCB?

Despite a depleted team at their disposal currently, the Royal Challengers Bangalore will be pleased with the way they eked out a thrilling 15-run win over the Delhi Daredevils on Saturday night while defending a low score.
2017-04-10 04:39:55 Read More

Rana, Pandya help Mumbai beat KKR by four wickets

If the Kolkata Knight Riders needed some help for stopping the Mumbai Indians from winning their IPL game in their backyard, they were lucky to find it from field umpires CK Nandan and Nitin Menon.
2017-04-10 03:15:14 Read More

When Sourav Ganguly got pitted against N Srinivasan!

Former BCCI president Anurag Thakur called up several associations to oppose Srinivsan's name. Sources said that the opposing group then zeroed in on former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly's name.
2017-04-10 02:47:49 Read More

2nd ODI: Babar, Hasan lead Pakistan to 74-run triumph

Babar Azam stroked yet another hundred against the West Indies and Hasan Ali claimed five wickets as Pakistan won the second one-day international by 74 runs at the National Stadium in Guyana on Sunday.
2017-04-10 02:39:55 Read More

IPL: We knew Rashid is going to be a threat, says Hodge

Gujarat Lions coach Brad Hodge blamed his batsmen for not putting enough total against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Rashid, the teenaged leg-spinner from Afghanistan who is the first-ever player from the war-torn country to make his debut in IPL, claimed 3 wickets as Hyderabad restricted Gujarat to 135-7.
2017-04-09 17:26:19 Read More

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Paes leaving midway was final nail in coffin: Bhupathi

Mahesh Bhupathi on Sunday said he had no "personal agenda" in keeping Leander Paes out of the Indian Davis Cup team and said his former partner's decision to leave Bangalore mid-way into the tie was a final nail in the coffin.
2017-04-09 16:55:24 Read More

Paes should not sulk over non-selection: Bhupathi

Leander Paes has no reason to "sulk" after being excluded from India's playing squad since he was conveyed in advance that his place was not confirmed in the final four, non-playing captain Mahesh Bhupathi said on Sunday.
2017-04-09 15:42:13 Read More

Paes should not sulk over non-selection: Bhupathi

Ibra sparks Manchester United against 10-man Sunderland

Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored his 28th goal of the season as Manchester United closed on the Premier League top four with a routine 3-0 win at relegation-threatened Sunderland on Sunday.
2017-04-09 15:02:10 Read More

IPL 2017 Live score: Mumbai Indians v Kolkata Knight Riders

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 7 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders on Times of India.
2017-04-09 13:46:07 Read More

Davis Cup: Ramkumar wins as India beat Uzbekistan 4-1

A clean-sweep could not come through but India stamped their authority over Uzbekistan by winning the Davis Cup tie 4-1 to advance to the World Group Play-off on Sunday.
2017-04-09 13:03:25 Read More

MI vs KKR Live Score updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders on Times of India
2017-04-09 12:32:07 Read More

IPL captaincy will help Warner return to form: Ricky Ponting

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has tipped David Warner to be one of the contenders for IPL's 'Player of the Tournament' award as he feels extra responsibility always gets the best out of the dashing opener.
2017-04-09 11:34:32 Read More

IPL captaincy will help Warner return to form: Ricky Ponting

IPL: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Gujarat Lions live updates

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Gujarat Lions on Times of India
2017-04-09 10:02:19 Read More

IPL 2015, SRH v GL: Rashid, Warner star in thumping win

IPL 2017: Rashid Khan continued his impressive run and David Warner returned to form as Sunrisers Hyderabad recorded a nine-wicket win against Gujarat Lions at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Sunday.
2017-04-09 10:02:19 Read More

IPL 2017 live score: Sunrisers Hyderabad v Gujarat Lions

Get all the latest updates of Match 6 of the IPL 2017 between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Gujarat Lions.
2017-04-09 09:34:37 Read More

India enter final of Women's Hockey World League Round 2

The Indian women's team stormed into the final of Hockey World League Round 2 after a 4-0 thrashing of Belarus in the semi-finals here.
2017-04-09 06:08:31 Read More

Virat Kohli is so aggressive, I feel a bit scared: Ashwin

"Just because another person can't think, my thinking cannot become overthinking. This tag has been hanging around too long. After 275 Test wickets and 150 ODI wickets, that tag doesn't need to hang around my head," off-spinner, R Ashwin said.
2017-04-09 05:39:30 Read More

Mumbai eager to hit top gear against Kolkata Knight Riders

MI would not want to read too much into their good track record against KKR after the latter's dominating display in their opening game when the two sides lock horns in a IPL game at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday.
2017-04-09 04:56:28 Read More

SRH v GL: Sunrisers Hyderabad wary of Gujarat Lions' backlash

Reeling from a 10-wicket mauling by two-time IPL champions Kolkata Knight Riders, Gujarat Lions have a daunting task when they take on defending champions Sunrisers Hyderabad in the afternoon match of Sunday's double-header.
2017-04-09 04:16:49 Read More

IPL 2017: Can anyone stop this hamstrung IPL team?

Fractured fingers, dodgy shoulders and strained hamstrings have robbed the glitzglam T20 bash of its hottest stars. Some won't be in action this season, others will miss a few games. It is pretty safe to suggest, though, that a team of these wounded warriors would have been the strongest in IPL 10.
2017-04-09 03:58:10 Read More

Pant's brave fight in vain as RCB beat DD by 15 runs

Kedar Jadhav's (69, 37b, 5x4, 5x6) runs and Shane Watson's bowling strategies saw Royal Challengers Bangalore through for their first win of the season. Rishabh Pant scored 36-ball 57 for Delhi Daredevils.
2017-04-09 03:02:25 Read More

IPL 2017: Maxwell fires KXIP to six-wicket win

Captain Glenn Maxwell led from the front with a quickfire knock to fashion a six-wicket win for Kings XI Punjab in their Indian Premier League opener against Rising Pune Supergiant on Saturday.
2017-04-08 15:20:10 Read More

Olympic Task Force holds 'National Dialogue' in Hyderabad

Indian Olympic dream will be a reality only when different sports bodies and academies that are running parallel in different parts of the country are brought under a unified authority.
2017-04-08 15:15:00 Read More

Bopanna, Balaji seal India's place in World Group play-offs

Bopanna and debutant Balaji defeated Farrukh Dustov and Sanjar Fayziev 6-2, 6-4, 6-1 in the doubles rubber of the Asia/Oceania Group I second round contest at Bengaluru's KSLTA stadium. Uzbekistan needed to win the doubles rubber to keep the tie alive but Indians proved too good for the visitors.
2017-04-08 14:22:33 Read More

IPL 2017: RCB pull off 15-run win despite Pant heroics

The Royal Challengers Bangalore (157/8) held their nerves to beat Delhi Daredevils (142/9) by 15 runs despite a brilliant 37-ball 69 from Rishabh Pant.
2017-04-08 14:13:20 Read More

Former captain Sandeep hits out at Indian drag-flickers

Former Indian hockey captain Sandeep Singh on Saturday hit out at the current lot of drag-flickers in the national team and said they're more focused on "playing" on social media rather than scoring goals on the field.
2017-04-08 13:07:03 Read More

Former captain Sandeep hits out at Indian drag-flickers

IPL 2017 live score: Kings XI Punjab v Rising Pune Supergiant

Get all the latest updates of Match 4 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Kings XI Punjab and Rising Pune Supergiant.
2017-04-08 09:39:39 Read More

Younis Khan to retire after West Indies Tests

Veteran Pakistan cricketer and former captain Younis Khan announced on Saturday he will retire from the game after the upcoming Test series in the West Indies.
2017-04-08 08:09:11 Read More

IOA grants affiliation to Boxing Federation of India

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has granted affiliation to the Boxing Federation of India (BFI), ending a long-standing impasse between the two bodies.
2017-04-08 06:01:25 Read More

Daredevils eyeing winning start against Royal Challengers

Kohli the batsman and the leader is hard to replace and when RCB take on Delhi Daredevils at home on Saturday night, the 11 players on the field will need to fill in the void by shouldering responsibility and delivering.
2017-04-08 05:50:16 Read More

Defending champs just a tag, says David Warner

David Warner is happy to be back for IPL. Not for him the trappings of championship glory. That's just a tag, he said. With the 10th edition already underway, his thoughts are focused on minimising the mistakes of last year.
2017-04-08 05:22:49 Read More

Defending champs just a tag, says David Warner

KXIP v RPS: Upbeat Rising Pune Supergiant hold the aces

Having begun their campaign in a rousing fashion by beating Mumbai, Rising Pune Supergiant will look to keep the momentum going when they take on last year's bottom-placed team Kings XI Punjab at the MPCA Stadium.
2017-04-08 03:53:51 Read More

Lynn, Gambhir go on rampage as KKR win by 10 wickets

The Kolkata Knight Riders got to the most rampaging start to the tournament so far with a 10-wicket win over Gujarat Lions at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium on Friday.
2017-04-08 03:26:24 Read More

Will respond to Paes after winning Davis Cup tie: Bhupathi

India's non-playing Davis Cup captain Mahesh Bhupathi said he will give an appropriate response to estranged partner Leander Paes' attack after winning the ongoing tie against Uzbekistan.
2017-04-08 03:01:47 Read More

Many people donâ€™t like me because I take a stand: Ashwin

"People often politicise the right intent that I have. At least a thousand people have told me not to comment on things, not to get perturbed," R Ashwin, who was a Guest Editor of The Times of India on Friday, said.
2017-04-07 20:21:17 Read More

Davis Cup: India go 2-0 up against Uzbekistan

In the first match, 267th ranked Ramanathan overcame Temur Isamilov 6-2 5-7 6-2 7-5, while debutant Gunneswaran, ranked 187, outwitted Sanjar Fayzieb 7-5, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4.
2017-04-07 17:22:05 Read More

IPL 2017: KKR crush Gujarat Lions by 10 wickets

Kolkata Knight Riders began their IPL 2017 campaign in style with a big 10-wicket win against Gujarat Lions in Rajkot on Friday.
2017-04-07 14:10:39 Read More

Scorecard: West Indies v Pakistan, 1st ODI

Follow the live score and commentary of the first ODI between West Indies and Pakistan in Guyana.
2017-04-07 13:49:38 Read More

Scorecard: West Indies v Pakistan, 1st ODI

Follow the live score and commentary of the first ODI between West Indies and Pakistan in Guyana.
2017-04-07 13:49:38 Read More

De Villiers takes some credit for a calmer Kohli

Virat Kohli has helped keep his passion alive, says South African star AB de Villiers, who claims to have assisted his IPL teammate in learning to stay calm under pressure.
2017-04-07 12:15:55 Read More

De Villiers takes some credit for a calmer Kohli

Virat Kohli and I still good friends: David Warner

Sunrisers Hyderabad captain David Warner says he remains good friends with Virat Kohli despite a bitterly fought Test series which ended with the Indian captain saying that he was no more friends with the Australian cricketers.
2017-04-07 10:58:03 Read More

Dhoni reprimanded for IPL code of conduct breach

During the high-octane clash against Mumbai Indians in Pune, former Rising Pune Supergiant captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni had asked for a Decision Review System referral when it was not for the taking.
2017-04-07 09:56:34 Read More

Imran Tahir hammers home fatuity of IPL auction snub

Imran Tahir is the top-ranked bowler in both forms of international white-ball cricket yet he was surprisingly overlooked by all eight franchises for the 2017 edition of the cash-rich Indian Premier League.
2017-04-07 06:42:21 Read More

Kolkata Knight Riders look to set the record straight

It's not just cricket that's catering to the frenzy here in the capital of Saurashtra. The Kolkata Knight Riders will pad up for their first match of the season on Friday evening for which their team owner, Khan, is flying down early afternoon.
2017-04-07 06:39:08 Read More

IPL 10: Underdogs Gujarat Lions face make or break season

Back in the December of 2015, the IPL gave a warm welcome to two new teams with the rider that they would exit the tournament post 2017. Rising Pune Supergiant and Gujarat Lions thus entered the IPL fold.
2017-04-07 04:55:20 Read More

IPL 10: Underdogs Gujarat Lions face make or break season

Australia cricketer O'Keefe fined for drunken remarks

Stephen O'Keefe was also banned from playing in the Australian one-day domestic competition this year. It is the second time he has been in alcohol-fuelled trouble, after being fined last year for offensive conduct.
2017-04-07 03:37:17 Read More

We are fortunate to get over the line: Steve Smith

Rising Pune Supergiant captain Steven Smith, who remained not out on a 54-ball 84, said he always knew that two-time champions Mumbai Indians would have to get an over from a spinner and they had to target him.
2017-04-07 03:21:07 Read More

IPL 2017: Smith, Rahane guide RPS to 7-wicket win over MI

After his memorable 109 against India in a Test match recently, the Steve Smith scored a match-winning 84 (54 balls, 7x4, 6x3) to grab a thrilling seven-wicket win for Pune against Mumbai.
2017-04-07 03:02:48 Read More

Supergiant v MI Live Score updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Rising Pune Supergiant vs Mumbai Indians on Times of India.
2017-04-06 14:04:34 Read More

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IPL 2017, Live score: Rising Pune Supergiant vs Mumbai Indians

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 2 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Rising Pune Supergiant and Mumbai Indians on Times of India.
2017-04-06 13:10:22 Read More

Events like Champions Trophy dilute bigger events: Shastri

Reiterating his stance on scrapping the International Cricket Council (ICC) Champions Trophy, former Team India director Ravi Shastri on Thursday said such tournaments dilute the bigger events like the World Cups in different formats of the game.
2017-04-06 12:51:25 Read More

Bhupathi flouted selection criteria, says angry Leander

An angry Leander Paes on Thursday lashed out at non-playing captain Mahesh Bhupathi, accusing him of flouting the selection criteria after being dropped from India's Davis Cup squad for the tie against Uzbekistan.
2017-04-06 12:01:02 Read More

PV Sindhu's rise continues with career-high No 2 ranking

The darling of Indian badminton and 2016 Rio Olympics silver medalist PV Sindhu has scaled a new high in her career, moving to No 2 in the world rankings for women's badminton.
2017-04-06 10:37:58 Read More

Team India rises to 101 in latest FIFA rankings

The Indian football team achieved its best-ever FIFA ranking in over two decades as it jumped to 101 in the latest list released on Thursday.
2017-04-06 09:50:06 Read More

Team India rises to 101 in latest FIFA rankings

The Indian football team achieved its best-ever FIFA ranking in over two decades as it jumped to 101 in the latest list released on Thursday.
2017-04-06 09:50:06 Read More

I'm batting with more freedom after India comeback: Yuvraj

Star all-rounder Yuvraj Singh said he has been batting with more freedom after making a successful return to the Indian ODI team earlier this year.
2017-04-06 07:06:22 Read More

IPL 10: Confident Gujarat aim for hat-trick over KKR

Two-time winners KKR will be up against a strong unit which beat them twice last season, and who made some smart purchases at this yearâ€™s auction.
2017-04-06 06:18:19 Read More

Paes dropped for Davis Cup tie

Indian Davis Cup team's non-playing captain Maesh Bhupathi has picked Rohan Bopanna ahead of Leander Paes for his team's AsiaOceania Group I second round tie against Uzbekistan.
2017-04-06 06:03:02 Read More

Steve Smith's Pune up against mighty Mumbai

Despite R Ashwin's absence, Smith has two leg-spinners at his disposal South African Imran Tahir and Aussie Adam Zampa - and left-arm orthodox spinner Saurabh Kumar, who can be a surprise weapon.
2017-04-06 04:09:43 Read More

SRH begin in champion style, beat RCB by 35 runs

Had Chris Gayle delivered in the manner he had threatened to, it probably would have sealed the deal for Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL's opening act.
2017-04-06 03:26:20 Read More

I never thought IPL would be so big: Tendulkar

Batting great Sachin Tendulkar on Wednesday said he never thought IPL would become so big since its inception in 2008 and lauded the cash-rich T20 tournament for spreading the game to non-cricketing countries.
2017-04-05 16:11:31 Read More

IPL 10 gets going with felicitation of legends

The 10th edition of the IPL began with India's four cricket icons, including Sachin Tendulkar, being felicitated for their contribution to the game during an opening ceremony that was low on glamour quotient.
2017-04-05 15:29:44 Read More

IPL 2017: RCB vs SRH Live updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Sunrisers Hyderabad on Times of India.
2017-04-05 14:16:02 Read More

IPL 2017, Live Score: RCB v SRH

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 1 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Sunrisers Hyderabad on Times of India.
2017-04-05 14:02:45 Read More

IPL 2017 Opening Ceremony: As it happened

Live updates from the opening ceremony of the 10th edition of the Vivo Indian Premier League on Times of India
2017-04-05 12:27:46 Read More

IPL 2017 Opening Ceremony: As it happened

Live updates from the opening ceremony of the 10th edition of the Vivo Indian Premier League on Times of India
2017-04-05 12:27:46 Read More

Overseas wins can make India great: Viv Richards

It didn't take long for whom to make life miserable for a bowler, but it takes just a few seconds for Vivian Alexander Richards, or Viv Richards, as the world knows him, to warm up to you.
2017-04-05 12:09:29 Read More

Saina, Sindhu toppled in Malaysia Open first round

Indian star shuttlers PV Sindhu and Saina Nehwal suffered setbacks in the opening round of the Malaysia Open Super Series Premier, while Ajay Jayaram moved into the men's singles second round on Wednesday.
2017-04-05 10:33:20 Read More

Saina, Sindhu toppled in Malaysia Open first round

Kohli named Wisden's Leading Cricketer in the World for 2016

Indian captain Virat Kohli amassed 1215 Test runs at a stupendous average of 75.93 last year. Ten ODI appearances fetched him 739 runs at 92.37, while he scored 641 T20 International runs at 106.83.
2017-04-05 09:34:51 Read More

Bhupathi keeps door ajar for Paes

India's non-playing captain Mahesh Bhupathi left the door open for his former partner Leander Paes, with the seasoned pro joining the Davis Cup squad for the clash against Uzbekistan.
2017-04-05 05:19:01 Read More

Balanced SRH hold the edge against depleted RCB

Sunrisers Hyderabad will be making an appearance at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium for the first time after winning the tournament in 2016.
2017-04-05 04:12:32 Read More

IPL 2017: Not quite a perfect 10

The IPL will commence its 10th edition today. It will mark the beginning of the culmination of a 10-year blueprint following which the money-spinner will be expected to float on its own for eternity.
2017-04-05 03:57:38 Read More

Perera guides Sri Lanka to victory over Bangladesh

Kusal Perera, who passed a late fitness test to be included for the game, hit 77 off 53 balls as Sri Lanka reached 158-4 in 18.5 overs after restricting Bangladesh to 155-6 in the first Twenty20 International.
2017-04-05 03:36:24 Read More

Perera guides Sri Lanka to victory over Bangladesh

Ibrahimovic rescues point as Manchester United misfire again

Manchester United might be 20 unbeaten in the league but it increasingly looks as if their best hope of qualifying for next season's Champions League now rests with winning the Europa League after a ninth home league draw of the season.
2017-04-05 03:05:07 Read More

92 in Bengaluru Test one of my best knocks, says Pujara

Cheteshwar Pujara has played a pivotal role in India's triumphant home season which saw the side get the better of New Zealand, England, Bangladesh and Australia in Tests.
2017-04-04 17:00:24 Read More

Live Blog: Sri Lanka v Bangladesh, 1st T20I

Bangladesh captain Mashrafe Mortaza won the toss and chose to bat in the first of a two-match Twenty20 series against Sri Lanka on Tuesday.
2017-04-04 15:47:09 Read More

Viru hand in Ishant Sharma's Kings XI Punjab selection

In a bid to add experience to a young bowling line-up, Kings XI Punjab on Tuesday roped in Ishant Sharma on Virender Sehwag's advice after the senior speedster went unsold at the IPL auction.
2017-04-04 15:45:58 Read More

IPL 2017: Will Woakes be able to fill the Russell's void?

A lethal injection of pace to go along with the deadly trio of spinners, makes Kolkata Knight Riders' bowling unit a formidable one, but the area of concern for KKR last year was the inexperienced middle-order crumbling under pressure.
2017-04-04 13:44:43 Read More

IPL 2017: Will Woakes be able to fill the Russell's void?

After auction snub, Ishant picked up by Kings XI Punjab

Senior Indian speedster Ishant Sharma was picked by Kings XI Punjab for the 10th Indian Premier League, a massive boost to his Twenty20 career after the setback of going unsold in the players' auction.
2017-04-04 12:35:38 Read More

After auction snub, Ishant picked up by Kings XI Punjab

Have to put in extra hours to maintain pace: Nehra

Veteran seamer Ashish Nehra on Tuesday said that his habit of putting in a few extra hours every day has helped him maintain his pace, despite undergoing 10 surgeries.
2017-04-04 12:04:15 Read More

Have to put in extra hours to maintain pace: Nehra

Veteran seamer Ashish Nehra on Tuesday said that his habit of putting in a few extra hours every day has helped him maintain his pace, despite undergoing 10 surgeries.
2017-04-04 12:04:15 Read More

Sehwag's inputs helped me grow as a cricketer: Saha

High on confidence after a commendable run in international cricket, Wriddhiman Saha is now gearing up for a productive Indian Premier League with "priceless inputs" from Kings XI Punjab's chief of cricket operations Virender Sehwag.
2017-04-04 11:37:57 Read More

Anderson, Rabada Delhi Daredevils' top bets

While Delhi Daredevils have continued their reliance on domestic talent but this time around, for Indian Premier League's tenth season, they have packed themselves with fast bowlers and allrounders as well. Will they be able to strike the perfect balance needed to go all the way to a maiden title?
2017-04-04 08:30:35 Read More

IPL 2017: Problem of plenty for strong KKR unit

IPL 2017: One of the most consistent team in the history of the IPL, KKR head in to the tenth edition of the tournament as the most rounded unit with the addition of a formidable pace battery to go with their deadly spinners.
2017-04-04 07:58:34 Read More

Consistency key to Gujarat Lionsâ€™ campaign

Heading in to their second season, which could be their last, Gujarat Lions would be aiming to overcome the business end jitters and go the distance this time around.
2017-04-04 04:43:13 Read More

IPL 10: Time to rise and shine for India's young turks

The absence of some the big names has presented a perfect opportunity for some of the budding Indian cricketers to step up to the plate and make a name for themselves.
2017-04-04 04:31:19 Read More

Sindhu looks to extend dream run in Malaysia Open

Fresh from her sensational victory against Carolina Marin on way to a maiden India Open Super Series title at New Delhi on Sunday, PV Sindhu is looking to extend her dream run in the Malaysia Open Super Series which gets underway at Kuching, Sarawak, on Tuesday.
2017-04-04 04:05:34 Read More

DD's title hunt riding on pacers, domestic talent

IPL 2017: Plagued by injuries, Delhi Daredevils have a tough challenge to change the trend of being the perennial underachievers of Indian Premier League.
2017-04-04 03:54:20 Read More

Cash-rich Indian Premier League marches into season 10

The latest edition of the glitzy league -- famous for its pyrotechnics, cheerleaders and huge signing bonuses -- gets under way with defending champions Sunrisers Hyderabad hosting Royal Challengers Bangalore.
2017-04-04 03:46:43 Read More

IPL: Shane Watson to lead RCB in Virat Kohli's absence

Former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson will lead Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the upcoming tenth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) until regular skipper Virat Kohli returns to full fitness.
2017-04-03 18:00:24 Read More

IPL: Shane Watson to lead RCB in Virat Kohli's absence

Shastri bats for steep pay hike for international players

Backing the reported demand of top Indian players for a steep hike in their emoluments, former India all rounder Ravi Shastri termed as "peanuts" the increase in their payment announced by the BCCI recently.
2017-04-03 13:18:36 Read More

IPL: Dhawan keen on getting back into national side

Having spent a few months out of the Indian team, opening batsman Shikhar Dhawan on Monday said he would look to perform well in domestic competitions, including in the IPL, so that he can be in the reckoning for the national side once again.
2017-04-03 11:56:05 Read More

A blend of old and new give MI the right balance

Two-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians have in the past been guilty of focussing more on the who's who of the game rather than investing on fresh and local recruits.
2017-04-03 09:35:50 Read More

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A blend of old and new give MI the right balance

Two-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians have in the past been guilty of focussing more on the who's who of the game rather than investing on fresh and local recruits.
2017-04-03 09:35:50 Read More

PCI's unprofessionalism undermines Paralympian

In a tweet on Sunday, the Paralympic Committee of India stated that Rio Paralympics silver medalist Deepa Malik's performance had been beaten.
2017-04-03 08:06:21 Read More

Ben Stokes, Indian recruits set base for RPS revival

Rising Pune Supergiant picked the big fish in Ben Stokes, but that isn't all the side has to offer. Losing R Ashwin and Mitchell Marsh before the season are big blows but the side has made up for their absence with some thoughtful local additions.
2017-04-03 06:57:31 Read More

IPL 2017: Ten years, six champions

Three Indians and three Australians have won the Indian Premier League titles so far and as the tenth edition gets underway from Wednesday, we look at the past winners of the tournament that has changed the dynamics of Indian cricket.
2017-04-03 04:52:36 Read More

PV Sindhu beats Carolina Marin in India Open final

PV Sindhu, poster girl of Indian badminton, exacted sweet revenge over her Rio nemesis, Carolina Marin in the final of $325,000 Yonex Sunrise India Open Super Series on Sunday evening.
2017-04-03 04:31:23 Read More

Balanced Mumbai Indians seek title hat-trick

In 2013, a changing of guard reversed Mumbai Indians' fortunes. In came Rohit Sharma with his bright ideas and dynamic leadership skills, and Mumbai Indians reached the pinnacle of IPL success.
2017-04-03 03:57:40 Read More

Shehzad guides Pakistan to series win against West Indies

Facing a modest target of 125, Ahmed Shehzad stroked his way to 53, ensuring there were to be no alarms as the visitors rebounded from a heavy defeat suffered the day before which gave West Indies hope of squaring the series.
2017-04-03 03:23:08 Read More

Maxwell-led Kings XI Punjab aim for reversal of fortune

For a third straight year, Kings XI Punjab have a new captain. This year, another Auack in charge, bustralian in Glenn Maxwell is bt him taking KXIP to the same heights as Bailey depends on how well he can fill that role.
2017-04-03 03:21:21 Read More

WWE Wrestlemania 33: Live results

Watch this space for live results of the WWE Wrestlemania 33 taking place at the Camping World Stadium, Orlando Florida.
2017-04-02 23:31:55 Read More

WWE Wrestlemania 33: Full results

Brock Lesnar beat Goldberg for Universal Championship, Randy Orton beat Bray Wyatt for WWE Championship while Roman Reigns became only the second superstar in nearly three decades to defeat Thw Undertaker at Wrestlemania.
2017-04-02 23:31:55 Read More

Federer downs Nadal to win third Miami Open title

Federer defeated long-standing rival Nadal 6-3, 6-4 to win the Miami Open and continue his outstanding start to the year. Since returning from his 6 month injury lay-off, he has also won the Australian Open and Indian Wells and he heads into the clay season as the dominant presence on the ATP Tour.
2017-04-02 19:08:46 Read More

Scorecard: West Indies vs Pakistan, 4th T20I

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of West Indies v Pakistan 4th T20I on Times of India
2017-04-02 16:43:55 Read More

Scorecard: West Indies vs Pakistan, 4th T20I

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of West Indies v Pakistan 4th T20I on Times of India
2017-04-02 16:43:55 Read More

Happy with my performance at India Open: PV Sindhu

PV Sindhu is pleased with her performance at the India Open Super Series where she became the women's singles champion beating Olympic gold medallist Carolina Marin in straight games on Sunday.
2017-04-02 15:32:05 Read More

B'desh, SL may not be with BCCI if Srini comes to ICC

Indian Cricket Board's move to stall the proposed constitutional and financial reforms in the ICC may suffer a roadblock if BCCI tries to send N Srinivasan as its representative at the world body's Board Meeting.
2017-04-02 14:52:35 Read More

Sindhu beats Marin to win maiden India Open Super Series title

If there was any doubt who the undisputed Indian queen of badminton is, PV Sindhu put that to rest by beating Olympic champion Carolina Marin in the women's singles final to win her maiden India Open Super Series title on Sunday.
2017-04-02 14:10:04 Read More

Axelsen beats Chen to win maiden India Open title

Viktor Axelsen broke the jinx to down Chen Tien Chen in a lopsided men's singles final and win maiden India Open Super Series title in his third attempt on Sunday.
2017-04-02 12:50:09 Read More

Axelsen beats Chen to win maiden India Open title

Viktor Axelsen broke the jinx to down Chou Tien Chen in a lopsided men's singles final and win maiden India Open Super Series title in his third attempt on Sunday.
2017-04-02 12:50:09 Read More

It was frustrating to sit and watch Indian team play: Rohit

Fit again after undergoing surgery to his thigh muscle that kept him out of cricket for five months, Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma said although it was frustrating he was keen to get back on the field now.
2017-04-02 12:14:06 Read More

LIVE | India Open 2017 final: PV Sindhu v Carolina Marin

Get live updates of the India Open Super Series 2017 final between PV Sindhu and Carolina Marin & latest news on The Times of India
2017-04-02 12:11:19 Read More

Mustafizur is expected to arrive on April 7, says Moody

Sunrisers Hyderabad coach Tom Moody on Sunday said that Bangladesh's left-arm pace sensation Mustafizur Rahman is expected to join the franchise on April 7 after playing the final match of the limited overs series against Sri Lanka.
2017-04-02 11:42:16 Read More

Mustafizur is expected to arrive on April 7, says Moody

Everyone needs to fill in for Russell's absence: Gambhir

Two-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders will be missing their key all-rounder Andre Russell but skipper Gautam Gambhir wants his team to treat the Jamaican's absence as an "opportunity in bold letters" during the upcoming Indian Premier League.
2017-04-02 10:50:32 Read More

Indian women's hockey team beat Uruguay 4-2 in shootout

The Indian women's team beat Uruguay 4-2 in the penalty shootout to begin their campaign in the Women's Hockey World League Round 2 on a winning note
2017-04-02 06:05:18 Read More

Can Smith inspire depleted Rising Pune Supergiant?

In IPL 2017, with a slight alteration in the franchise name and a change in captaincy, Rising Pune Supergiant have taken a fresh step, but the road ahead is not an easy one.
2017-04-02 04:29:29 Read More

IPL 2017: Five uncapped Indians to watch

These five domestic players really made it large at February's IPL auction, but will the big bucks prove worthwhile?
2017-04-02 04:04:04 Read More

Konta beats Wozniacki for Miami WTA title

No British woman had ever won a premier mandatory event since the elite tier was introduced in 2009 and this was only the second time that Johanna Konta had even qualified for the Miami tournament.
2017-04-02 03:30:05 Read More

TDTY: Dhoni, Gambhir lead India to 2011 World Cup glory

On this day in 2011, India ended a 28-year World Cup drought by winning their second title in front of a manic home crowd at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
2017-04-02 03:04:46 Read More

PV Sindhu v Carolina Marin: The rivalry so farâ€¦

PV Sindhu vs Carolina Marin: TOI Sports takes a brief look at how the rivalry between PV Sindhu and Carolina Marin has shaped over the years.
2017-04-02 02:41:36 Read More

EPL: Crystal Palace stun leaders Chelsea 2-1

Chelsea's march towards the Premier League title was stalled as goals from Wilfried Zaha and Christian Benteke earned Crystal Palace a shock 2-1 victory at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.
2017-04-01 17:15:35 Read More

EPL: Crystal Palace stun leaders Chelsea 2-1

Sacking Dhoni as Pune skipper not a right decision: Azhar

Former India skipper Mohammad Azharuddin has lashed out at the Rising Pune Supergiant franchise for sacking Mahendra Singh Dhoni as captain of the team for the IPL.
2017-04-01 15:17:10 Read More

Sindhu: Hope result won't be a repeat of Olympic final

PV Sindhu has set a repeat of the Rio Olympics final against Carolina Marin after her semi-final win in the women's singles of India Open Super Series 2017 here on Saturday.
2017-04-01 14:52:08 Read More

India Open: PV Sindhu outlasts Sung Ji Hyun to enter final

Rio Olympics silver medalist PV Sindhu advanced into her maiden India Open Super Series final with a hard-fought 21-18, 14-21, 21-14 victory over World No 4 Sung Ji Hyun in the semi-final on Saturday.
2017-04-01 13:27:51 Read More

IPL: Sunrisers relying on proven formula for title defense

Having tasted success last season after a poor start, and with the addition of some very good purchases, the defending champions enter IPL 10 brimming with confidence.
2017-04-01 09:05:15 Read More

IPL 2017: Kohli, Rahul injuries dampen RCB's campaign

Not having KL Rahul for the whole tournament and starting off without Virat Kohli as he recovers from a shoulder injury is a blow for last year's losing finalists.
2017-04-01 08:30:25 Read More

Live scores, 3rd ODI: Sri Lanka v Bangladesh

Bangladesh captain Mashrafe Mortaza has won the toss and elected to bowl first in the third and final One-day international against Sri Lanka on Saturday.
2017-04-01 07:12:26 Read More

Jadeja is now the best bowler in the world: Stokes

"I try and deal with success as I deal with failure. I try and not get too high when I do well because it does not necessarily mean I will do well the next day. Same with failure. If I fail today, does not mean I am going to fail tomorrow," Ben Stokes said.
2017-04-01 06:32:10 Read More

Tiger Woods won't play the 2017 Masters

Tiger Woods announced that he had lost his battle to be fit for the Masters, saying he was "not tournament ready" for the first major of the year and did not have a timetable for his return.
2017-04-01 05:45:51 Read More

Tiger Woods won't play the 2017 Masters

Sunrisers Hyderabad's new recruits bolster title defense

Ahead of the tenth season of the IPL, we take look at the new faces in the defending champions' squad, and what they bring to the table.
2017-04-01 04:47:34 Read More

Federer denies Kyrgios, will battle Nadal for Miami crown

Roger Federer of Switzerland and Australia's Nick Kyrgios produced an extraordinary range of shots in an enthralling, fiercely intense semi-final that kept a capacity crowd at Key Biscayne on the edge of their seats.
2017-04-01 03:43:34 Read More

Indian Premier League turns Injured Premier League

Several leading Indian and overseas players have been ruled out or advised rest for sizable chunks of time, leaving their IPL franchises worried.
2017-04-01 03:22:40 Read More

Indian Premier League turns Injured Premier League

Several leading Indian and overseas players have been ruled out or advised rest for sizable chunks of time, leaving their IPL franchises worried.
2017-04-01 03:22:40 Read More

IPL 2017: Will RCB's investment in pace bring dividends?

Ahead of the tenth season of the IPL, we take look at the new faces in last year's losing finalists' squad, and what they bring to the table.
2017-04-01 02:49:48 Read More

Saina not someone special that I must beat: Sindhu

Rio Olympics silver medalist PV Sindhu has made it clear that winning against Saina Nehwal isn't a must-do for her.
2017-03-31 16:57:14 Read More

India Open Super Series: Sindhu beats Saina to enter semis

In an exciting clash, Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu prevailed over compatriot Saina Nehwal in a hard-fought straight-game encounter to advance to the semi-finals of the India Open Super Series.
2017-03-31 13:56:46 Read More

India Open Super Series: Sindhu beats Saina to enter semis

Ashwin ruled out of IPL due to sports hernia injury

IPL franchise Rising Pune Supergiant suffered a major blow after their premier off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has been ruled out for six to eight weeks with a sports hernia injury and is set to miss the upcoming tenth edition of the Indian Premier League.
2017-03-31 12:00:25 Read More

IPL 2017: The heroes of Hyderabad's title triumph

As the tenth season of the IPL nears, here's a recap of some of the success stories of IPL 9 winners Sunrisers Hyderabad.
2017-03-31 10:55:28 Read More

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Virat let emotions affect his batting against Oz: Ganguly

Virat Kohli's batting was affected by his emotional outbursts in the acrimonious Test series against Australia, feels former captain Sourav Ganguly, who is hoping that the Indian skipper "cools down" to score big again.
2017-03-31 10:15:01 Read More

IPL 10: 5 foreigners who could impact their new teams

Martin Guptill, Rashid Khan, Jason Roy, Corey Anderson and Rovman Powell may prove captivating to follow during the tenth season of the IPL.
2017-03-31 09:14:21 Read More

Kohli's friendship comment said in heat of moment: Warne

Spin legend Shane Warne says he would be disappointed if Indian captain Virat Kohli did not rethink his "heat of the moment" comment on friendship with the Australian cricketers.
2017-03-31 08:46:16 Read More

Once I wanted to pick up the stump and stab Kohli: Ed Cowan

The Australians have been targetting Virat Kohli ever since he stopped short of calling Steve Smith a 'cheat' following the DRS drama, involving the visiting skipper, in the second Test match at Bengaluru.
2017-03-31 07:22:02 Read More

IPL 10: AB de Villiers to lead RCB if Virat Kohli is unavailable

Indian captain Virat Kohli will join the team on April 2, but his availability will depend on the health assessment of the BCCI doctors and physios, Royal Challengers Bangalore coach Daniel Vettori said.
2017-03-31 06:50:30 Read More

Tendulkar calls Pujara 'silent warrior', praises Umesh, Saha

India swept aside New Zealand 3-0, then hammered England 4-0 in a five-match rubber, won the lone Test against Bangladesh and then notched up a 2-1 come-from-behind win against Australia in their home season.
2017-03-31 06:23:44 Read More

New Zealand's World Cup hero Elliott quits internationals

Grant Elliott joins Colin de Grandhomme and Jeetan Patel at the Birmingham Bears after signing a Kolpak deal, which means he gives up his right to play for his country and is not classed as an overseas player in county cricket.
2017-03-31 05:27:12 Read More

Second blow for RCB, Rahul may miss IPL 10

Sweating over the likelihood of missing skipper Virat Kohli for the first few matches, Royal Challengers Bangalore received a second blow with in-form wicketkeeper-batsman KL Rahul likely to miss the entire IPL-10 season.
2017-03-31 03:45:00 Read More

It's a 'tame' affair: No fireworks at IPL GC meet

The board decided to honour Indian cricket's 'Fab Five' at the opening ceremony. "Five legends of Indian cricket, Tendulkar, Ganguly, Dravid, Laxman and Sehwag, will be felicitated during the opening ceremony in Hyderabad on April 5.
2017-03-31 03:12:56 Read More

Federer, Kyrgios advance to Miami Open semi-finals

The 35-year-old Swiss great Roger Federer, who has already won the Australian Open and Indian Wells titles so far this year, extended his victory streak over Czech 10th seed Tomas Berdych to seven matches.
2017-03-31 02:54:55 Read More

2nd T20I: Shadab shines again as Pakistan deny West Indies

Set a target of 133 to level the series following a six-wicket defeat in the opening match in Barbados, West Indies were restricted to 129 for eight to suffer their fifth consecutive T20 loss to Pakistan.
2017-03-31 02:48:31 Read More

India Open Super Series 2017: Sindhu v Saina in blockbuster Q/F

The live action will begin at 2 pm (IST) on Star Sports 2 and HD 2. The Saina-Sindhu encounter has been scheduled as the fifth match on the Court 1 of the Siri Fort Complex
2017-03-31 02:44:08 Read More

Sachin Tendulkar unveils new fan engagement app, 100MB

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on Thursday unveiled his latest endeavor, a mobile phone app being touted as the definitive one-stop destination for all things related to the Indian icon.
2017-03-30 15:53:19 Read More

Ashwin's dig: March 30 will be known as 'World Apology Day'

Ashwin took a dig at former Australia batsman and Gujarat Lions coach Brad Hodge, who was forced to apologise to Virat Kohli for his allegation that the India captain opted out of Dharamsala Test match to keep himself fit for the cash-rich IPL.
2017-03-30 12:48:05 Read More

BCCI to felicitate 'Fab Five' at IPL opening ceremony

The IPL Governing Council on Thursday decided to felicitate five legends -- Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly, Rahul Dravid, VVS Laxman and Virender Sehwag, during the opening ceremony of cash-rich league on April 5 in Hyderabad.
2017-03-30 12:43:50 Read More

BCCI officials don't need COA approval to call SGM: Vinod Rai

In a significant statement, the head of Committee of Administrators (COA) Vinod Rai made it clear that the BCCI officials don't need their approval to convene a Special General Meeting (SGM).
2017-03-30 10:59:59 Read More

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Mandeep hat-trick helps India beat Japan 4-3

CoA asks BCCI members to avoid confrontation with ICC

Not stopping run flow was a factor in defeat: Yuvraj

IPL 2017: In-form Pune face top guns Kolkata

BCCI ropes in UK law firm, ready with notice for ICC

We played without fear, says Karun Nair

CL: Ronaldo hat-trick leaves Real Madrid on verge of final

IPL 2017: It's not over for Delhi Daredevils yet

IPL Live Score: Delhi Daredevils vs Sunrisers Hyderabad

Let ourselves down by not competing well: De Villiers

IPL 2017: DD vs SRH Live Score updates & highlights

India drop to No. 4 in ICC Twenty20 team rankings

India drop to No. 4 in ICC Twenty20 team rankings

No CT decision without COA's permission: Rai to BCCI

Sultan Azlan Shah Cup: India lose 1-3 to Australia

Live: Sultan Azlan Shah Cup - India v Australia

BCCI teleconference to cancel MPA; Rai disagrees with move

New model will lead to Rs 2000cr loss: BCCI

Hyderabad look to simplify play-offs march against insipid Delhi

We are peaking at the right time: Steve Smith

Mumbai first to make playoffs; RCB out of the running

Mumbai first to make playoffs; RCB out of the running

RPS v GL: Ben Stokes douses Gujarat fire with century

Want to be ruthless in our approach, says Rohit Sharma

Want to be ruthless in our approach, says Rohit Sharma

Hockey India recommends Sardar Singh for Khel Ratna

IPL 2017: Super Stokes seals stunning Pune win

IPL 2017 live score: Mumbai Indians vs RCB

IPL 2017: MI vs RCB Live updates & highlights

India gain points to move up to 3rd place in ICC rankings

BCCI meets Sunday, Champions Trophy pullout unlikely

RPS v GL, IPL 2017: Pune, Gujarat in crucial contest

IPL 2017: Pune, Gujarat in crucial contest

IPL 2017: Mumbai Indians eye first qualifying spot

Preity Zinta game for open IPL auction in 2018

We've been sloppy throughout tournament, says Gambhir

David Warner deflates Kolkata Knight Riders with 59-ball 126

WWE Payback 2017 Results: Live updates and full results

Aizawl FC first north-east club to win I-League title

Asian Individual Squash: Joshna wins women's title

Bottas takes his first F1 victory with Russian win

Bottas takes his first F1 victory with Russian win

IPL Live score: Sunrisers Hyderabad v Kolkata Knight Riders

Andrew Tye ruled out of IPL with dislocated shoulder

IPL: Warner century sets up Sunrisers win over KKR

Paes-Lipsky win Tallahassee Challenger title

Paes-Lipsky win Tallahassee Challenger title

Azlan Shah: Harmanpreet's brace guides India to 3-0 win over NZ

IPL 2017 live score: Kings XI Punjab vs Delhi Daredevils

IPL: KXIP vs DD live updates & highlights

IPL: All-round Kings XI crush Delhi Daredevils

Sunrisers Hyderabad hope to tame table-toppers Kolkata

Royal Challengers Bangalore collapse, again

'Death over session' helps Jasprit Bumrah excel in crunch

Wily Jasprit Bumrah seals the deal in Super Over

Bayern Munich win fifth consecutive Bundesliga title

Bayern Munich win fifth consecutive Bundesliga title

Dhoni will be crucial for India in Champions Trophy: Ponting

IPL 2017: Gujarat vs Mumbai updates & highlights

IPL 2017, Live Score: Gujarat Lions vs Mumbai Indians

Azlan Shah: India squander lead twice as Britain earn 2-2 draw

IPL 2017: Pune hand RCB a royal thrashing

With Champions Trophy in limbo, stakeholders sweat

With Champions Trophy in limbo, stakeholders sweat

It was a chaseable total against Sunrisers: Maxwell

IPL 2017: Mumbai aim to ward off Gujarat Lions threat

IPL 2017: Hot and cold Supergiant out to bury RCB

India look to put best foot forward at Sultan Azlan Shah

Ready for all possible scenarios: COA head Rai on CT future

Sindhu out of Badminton Asia Championships

IPL Live: Kings XI Punjab vs Sunrisers Hyderabad

IPL 2017: Kings XI vs Sunrisers highlights

IPL: Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Kings XI by 26 runs

IPL: Gambhir, Uthappa star as KKR beat DD by 7 wickets

PCB to send legal notice to BCCI for compensation

PCB to send legal notice to BCCI for compensation

We need to play positive cricket, says Virat Kohli

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