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Sports News For The Year 2017 and Month Dec

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Konta beats Keys; Svitolina advances in Brisbane

Johanna Konta opened her season with a tough 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 win over US Open finalist Madison Keys at the Brisbane International on Monday. Fifth-seeded Konta entered the Australian Open tuneup tournament after losing her last four matches in 2017, including a first-round exit at the US Open.
2018-01-01 11:27:37 Read More

Flipkens beats Vekic at ASB Classic in Auckland

Donna Vekic became the first seeded player ousted at the ASB Tennis Classic when she lost 7-6 (5), 3-6, 6-3 to Belgium's Kristen Flipkens on Monday in a rain-interrupted first-round match.
2018-01-01 11:19:48 Read More

I-League: East Bengal play youthful Indian Arrows on Tuesday

It will be a battle of experience vs youthful exuberance when table toppers East Bengal face debutants Indian Arrows, a team made up of teenagers in a Hero I-League match on Tuesday.
2018-01-01 11:01:32 Read More

Rains washes out 2nd T20I between New Zealand and West Indies

Rain forced the abandonment of the second Twenty20 cricket international between New Zealand and the West Indies after nine overs Monday, leaving the home team with a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
2018-01-01 10:49:40 Read More

24-member Indian team for British Junior Open Squash

A 24-member Indian team will take part in the prestigious British Junior Open Squash to be held in Birmingham from January 3 to 7. The players will be competing in various categories in the championship, a SRFI press release said.
2018-01-01 10:24:10 Read More

Stokes withdrawn from England's ODI squad, Malan in

Suspended England all-rounder Ben Stokes has been withdrawn from the squad for this month's five-match one-day international series against Australia and was replaced by batsman Dawid Malan, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said on Monday.
2018-01-01 09:48:41 Read More

Live score: New Zealand v West Indies, 2nd T20I

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2018-01-01 05:51:03 Read More

2017 review: India surprised the world with its love for football

It was a good year for the Indian football. Not only did the country successfully host its first ever FIFA event â€“ the Under-17 World Cup - but the youngsters who represented India mesmerised critics and fans alike with their skills.
2018-01-01 04:59:15 Read More

I play PBL because I want to improve my game: Marin

Reigning Olympic champion, two-time world champion, an All England Open winner and with numerous Super Series titles to her credit, Carolina Marin has everything that a badminton player aspires for, but for her, playing in the Premier Badminton League (PBL) is as significant as any prestigious tournaments.
2018-01-01 04:41:58 Read More

Calendar 2018: FIFA World Cup, CWG, Asian Games and lot more

A bumper year is in store for all sports fans as 2018 will see Russia host the biggest extravaganza: The football World Cup. Asian Games, Hockey World Cup and CWG too should keep you hooked if you are a lover of sport. Times Sport provides a ready reckoner.
2018-01-01 03:33:31 Read More

TOI Sportâ€™s Test XI of the year

â€™Tis the season for list-making, especially if youâ€™re a sports journalist. Here, then, for your perusal and most probably irritation, is TOI Sportâ€™s Test team of the year.
2018-01-01 03:32:53 Read More

South Africa attack the best in the world: Rohit Sharma

In years to come, those who keep track of cricket's shorter formats will have to keep referring to Rohit Sharma's profile to figure how exactly did he change the patterns of run-making in limited overs cricket.
2018-01-01 03:04:05 Read More

Live: Ranji Trophy Final: Delhi vs Vidarbha, Day 4

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2018-01-01 03:03:30 Read More

Delhi Dashers beat Hyderabad Hunters to register first victory

After losing first two matches, Delhi Dashers got their campaign back on track in an emphatic manner as they defeated Hyderabad Hunters 5-0 in the last match of Delhi leg of the Premier Badminton League season 3.
2017-12-31 17:40:59 Read More

ISL: Bengaluru FC beat Kerala Blasters 3-1

Skipper Sunil Chettri was on target from the spot while the prolific Miku struck twice as Bengaluru FC thrashed Kerala Blasters 3-1 in an Indian Super League match.
2017-12-31 16:11:31 Read More

Emotional Rana vows to beat Sushil for cancer-stricken mother

An emotional Parveen Rana vowed to beat his fierce rival Sushil Kumar in the upcoming Pro Wrestling League for his cancer-stricken mother, who he claimed was deeply hurt to learn about the out-of-the-ring attack on him by the Olympic medallist's followers.
2017-12-31 16:00:22 Read More

Man City winning run ends in draw at Crystal Palace

Ederson's last-gasp penalty heroics saved Manchester City from defeat but a 0-0 stalemate at Crystal Palace on Sunday brought the Premier League leaders' record-breaking 18-match winning run to an end.
2017-12-31 15:43:51 Read More

India vs SA: Batting star friends Kohli, De Villiers face off

Virat Kohli' rivalry with fellow batting star AB de Villiers is likely to provide a compelling side-show in the three-Test series between South Africa and India starting at Newlands on Friday.
2017-12-31 15:28:24 Read More

Why Indian team may not face bouncy track in first SA Test

The Indian team may not encounter the kind of bounce they are expecting from the Newlands track as the worst drought in many years has made it difficult for the groundsmen to prepare a pitch that suits the home team.
2017-12-31 14:28:08 Read More

Manchester United's Young charged with violent conduct: FA

Manchester United's Ashley Young was charged with violent conduct by the English Football Association (FA) on Sunday after his altercation with Southampton midfielder Dusan Tadic in the Premier League the previous day.
2017-12-31 13:56:27 Read More

Tomas Berdych sees end of 'big four' era

The dominating 'big four' era of Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Rafa Nadal and Andy Murray could be coming to an end, former Wimbledon finalist Tomas Berdych said on Sunday.
2017-12-31 13:44:41 Read More

Bowling with Kookaburra will be a challenge: Bhuvneshwar

The extra bounce will be a welcome change but bowling with the red Kookaburra ball "will be a challenge" in the three-match Test series against South Africa, reckons India pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar.
2017-12-31 13:33:27 Read More

Former Windies all-rounder Simmons is Afghanistan coach

Former West Indies all-rounder Phil Simmons has been appointed coach of Afghanistan as the country prepares for its first Test match, it was announced Sunday.
2017-12-31 13:16:32 Read More

Amarjit extends contract with Indian Arrows after Dheeraj blow

Indian Arrows captain Amarjit Singh on Sunday extended his contract till the end of 2019-20 season, giving the All India Football Federation's developmental side a boost after the loss of goalkeeper Dheeraj Singh.
2017-12-31 12:42:47 Read More

Vidarbha close in on Ranji title

Vidarbha on Sunday inched closer to a maiden Ranji Trophy title by grabbing a commanding 233-run lead against a Delhi side that looked defeated for better part of the day, as little-known Akshay Wadkar chose first-class cricket's biggest stage to compile his maiden century.
2017-12-31 12:22:30 Read More

Pogba urges misfiring Man United to 'wake up'

Paul Pogba has called on Manchester United to "wake up" after a third straight draw over the Christmas period saw them slip behind Chelsea in the Premier League table.
2017-12-31 12:06:58 Read More

When you're passionate, you play no matter what: Paes

Leander Paes says his partnership with Purav Raja will take time to bear fruit, given the latter's unique style of playing, but is confident that once the duo strike rhythm the results will begin to come.
2017-12-31 11:49:56 Read More

Shiv Kapur wins third title of the year

Indian golfer Shiv Kapur on Sunday produced a dramatic turnaround in the closing stages to win the Royal Cup and end the year on a high note by claiming his third Asian Tour title of 2017.
2017-12-31 11:32:58 Read More

When Mushtaq Ali told Bhutto 'India is my home'

Twelve years after he passed away at the age of 90, Mushtaq Ali, who was the first Indian to record a Test hundred away from home and remembered for his explosive batting at a time when it was not in vogue, remains a legendary figure in this part of the world.
2017-12-31 11:19:15 Read More

Virat Kohli remains second in Test rankings

Virat Kohli remained in second spot behind Steve Smith while Alastair Cook jumped nine places to be eighth in the latest ICC Test rankings after his unbeaten double century in the ongoing Ashes.
2017-12-31 10:46:27 Read More

Losing only one game at World Blitz huge: Anand

Chess ace Viswanathan Anand termed losing just one game at the World Blitz Championship in Riyadh as a huge achievement after capturing the title at the World Rapid event.
2017-12-31 10:21:14 Read More

Losing only one game at World Blitz huge: Anand

Tata Open Maharashtra: Indian youngsters' chance to shine at big stage

Indian youngsters, led by Yuki Bhambri, will look to exploit the familiar home conditions and start the new season on a high even as Wimbledon finalist and world number six Marin Cilic will start as favourite at the inaugural Tata Open Maharashtra beginning from Monday.
2017-12-31 08:44:43 Read More

New techniques behind India's badminton success: Tian Houwei

Indian badminton is experiencing a golden period and the reason behind the spiralling success is the zeal of young players to experiment with new techniques, feels World Number 22 Tian Houwei.
2017-12-31 07:05:16 Read More

Pooja defeats real-life 'Dangal' girl Geeta

Haryana wrestler Pooja Dhanda, who had auditioned in Mumbai for the role of reel-life character of Geeta Phogat in 'Dangal' movie, and was later selected to play the role of younger sister Babita, defeated the real-life Dangal girl Geeta in a keenly-contested selection trial in Lucknow on Saturday to qualify for the 2018 Commonwealth Games.
2017-12-31 05:37:05 Read More

Less tournaments mean less injuries: Saina

After hitting out at the Badminton World Federation (BWF) for crammed international calendar 2018 that has made it mandatory for top shuttlers to play at least 12 tournaments, Saina Nehwal made it clear that she has nothing against the world body
2017-12-31 05:28:08 Read More

Hang me if I am guilty, says upset Sushil Kumar

Delhi police has registered an FIR against Sushil Kumar - only Indian to have won two individual Olympic medals - and five of his supporters on the basis of a complaint by wrestler Praveen Rana and his brother Naveen.
2017-12-31 05:15:27 Read More

Ashton Agar ready for another spin tilt at England in Sydney

Ashton Agar on Sunday said he was ready for another crack at England after being called into Australia's squad as the second spinning option for this week's final Ashes Test in Sydney.
2017-12-31 05:02:14 Read More

Dheeraj Singh quits Arrows for foreign dream

Indian Arrows goalkeeper Dheeraj Singh has quit the team after the All India Football Federation (AIFF) insisted he signs a three-year contract extension like all other players.
2017-12-31 04:59:16 Read More

Antonio Conte hails a year to remember for Chelsea

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte reflected on a memorable 2017 as the Premier League champions rounded off the year with a 5-0 demolition of Stoke City.
2017-12-31 04:38:46 Read More

2017 review: Indian women cricketers won hearts and accolades

Date: July 23, 2017. Venue: The Lord's. Attendance: 26,500. Match: ICC Women's World Cup final. India took on eventual champions England in this clash, with Mithali Raj and her band of go-getters missing out on the title by just nine runs.
2017-12-31 04:27:40 Read More

2017: A year of sporadic magic moments from the world of cricket

Cricket, these days, hardly has a beautiful story to offer. It's either down to day-in-day-out number crunching of instant cricket or piling of superhuman success stories in home conditions in the five-day format.
2017-12-31 04:10:14 Read More

Qatar Open kicks off 2018 season without big stars

One of the season's traditional curtain-raisers, the Qatar Open, begins Monday but with the late withdrawal of Novak Djokovic the tournament is shorn of its usual A-list headline acts.
2017-12-31 04:07:36 Read More

Premier League clubs ready for January sales

With the January transfer window opening on New Year's Day, the Premier League's superpowers are ready to flex their financial muscles in a frenzy of spending.
2017-12-31 03:59:43 Read More

Ranji Trophy final live: Delhi vs Vidarbha, Day 3

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Hat-trick man Rajneesh Gurbani 'bright India prospect'

In seven deliveries on Saturday morning, Vidarbha medium-pacer Rajneesh Gurbani changed the course of the Ranji Trophy final and also entered the record books.
2017-12-31 03:32:32 Read More

2017 review: Steve Smith ruled the Test batting charts

Steve Smith ruled the Test batting charts in 2017, and it seemed he just couldn't turn the tap off when it came to scoring runs against England. Virat Kohli, meanwhile, plundered runs across formats. Is there more in common between the Indian & Australian captains than is apparent at first glance?
2017-12-31 03:09:36 Read More

United slip to third after goalless draw with Southampton

Manchester United's dismal run of results in December continued with a third consecutive Premier League draw as they were held 0-0 at home to Southampton on Saturday, dropping to third in the standings.
2017-12-31 02:53:48 Read More

Serie A: Dybala scores brace as Juventus, Napoli pull clear

Paulo Dybala scored a brace as champions Juventus won 3-1 at Verona to keep pace with Napoli as Serie A's leading duo pulled clear of pursuing Inter Milan, Roma and Lazio on Saturday.
2017-12-31 02:42:52 Read More

Serie A: Dybala scores brace as Juventus, Napoli pull clear

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Salah shines as Liverpool down Leicester

Mohamed Salah scored twice as Liverpool came from behind to maintain their push for a Champions League place with 2-1 victory over Leicester on Saturday.
2017-12-30 18:05:36 Read More

Chelsea outclass Stoke in five-goal drubbing

Chelsea demonstrated the yawning chasm in squad depth that exists in the Premier League with a 5-0 canter past Stoke City at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.
2017-12-30 17:59:02 Read More

Marcelinho's hat-trick helps Pune blank Northeast 5-0

Brazilian striker Marcelinho produced a superb hat-trick as FC Pune City scripted a 5-0 drubbing of NorthEast United in an Indian Super League (ISL) match at Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex Stadium on Saturday.
2017-12-30 17:53:24 Read More

Viswanathan Anand wins bronze at World Blitz Chess Championship

Viswanathan Anand continued his excellent run bagging a bronze in the World Blitz Chess Championship following his gold winning performance in the Rapid section only a couple of days back.
2017-12-30 17:13:26 Read More

Warm-up pitch wouldn't have been close to Test track: Kohli

India captain Virat Kohli justified his team's decision of not playing a warm-up game ahead of Test series in South Africa as the track on offer would not have been even "15 per cent" of what will be at the Newlands.
2017-12-30 16:55:07 Read More

Team India up for challenge against South Africa: Shastri

The current Indian team has the experience and bench strength to challenge the might of South Africa in the Test series starting January 5, chief coach Ravi Shastri said on Saturday.
2017-12-30 16:47:06 Read More

Have come a long way but under no delusions: Virat Kohli

The team has come a long way since their last tour of 2013 but even then skipper Virat Kohli is under "no delusion" as he knows what to expect when the much-anticipated Test series against South Africa starts on January 5.
2017-12-30 16:40:39 Read More

Beaten Serena Williams unsure about Australian Open

A slow moving Serena Williams made an encouraging return to tennis after maternity leave, taking a set off the French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko in an exhibition match Saturday, but said she has not made up her mind about defending the Australian Open title.
2017-12-30 16:34:56 Read More

PBL: Saina Nehwal leads Awadhe Warriors to second straight win

Awadhe Warriors' star attraction Saina Nehwal had to endure an intense battle against Michelle Li before prevailing 6-15, 15-13, 15-13 to give her team an unassailable 4-0 lead against North Eastern Warriors in the Premier Badminton League match at the Siri Fort Sports Complex on Saturday.
2017-12-30 16:17:44 Read More

Roger Federer ends memorable 2017 with win at Hopman Cup

His straight-sets victory over Japan's Yuichi Sugita showed Roger Federer was sharp for his upcoming Australian Open title defence, capping off an extraordinary year in which he claimed two Grand Slam titles and climbed back to number two in world rankings.
2017-12-30 16:05:18 Read More

The series is not just about my duel with De Villiers: Kohli

"It's not like only two guys are playing in this series. AB is a great friend of mine. I respect the way he plays the game and I have always respected him as a person as well. But, when we are playing against each other -- it's not that we cross the line with each other, we are just not like that," Virat Kohli said.
2017-12-30 15:18:48 Read More

Rajyavardhan Rathore visits Karni Singh Shooting Range

Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh â€‹â€‹Rathore on Saturday visited the Dr Karni Singh Range and interacted with the shooters undergoing training to take feedbacks from them.
2017-12-30 14:50:22 Read More

Lean and mean Rajneesh Gurbani working on 'increasing pace'

"I would like to increase the pace and will work as per the instructions of the trainer. Normally, we start training three months before the season, but this time we have started a month before. The program is like one day gym and one day endurance. I know I have to improve a lot in fitness," Rajneesh Gurbani said.
2017-12-30 14:30:52 Read More

We are ready for South Africa, says Virat Kohli

"We have the right kind of bowling attack and the right kind of balance to win Test matches in any conditions we play in," captain Virat Kohli said at the Indian team's arrival press conference in Cape Town.
2017-12-30 14:16:18 Read More

Sakshi, Babita named in Indian wrestling team for 2018 CWG

Olympic bronze medallist Sakshi Malik was named in the Indian women's wrestling team for next year's Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast, Australia after a selection trail held on Saturday.
2017-12-30 13:33:10 Read More

Seasoned Jaffer steadies Vidarbha after Gurbani hat-trick

Wasim Jaffer brought into play his years of experience as he guided Vidarbha to 206 for four with an unbeaten half-century after seamer Rajneesh Gurbani scythed through Delhi's lower-order for a rare hat-trick in a Ranji Trophy final on Saturday.
2017-12-30 11:57:27 Read More

Australia doubts as Novak Djokovic pulls out of Qatar Open

Former world number one Novak Djokovic on Saturday withdrew from next week's Qatar Open, casting doubt on his participation at the Australian Open later in January.
2017-12-30 09:47:14 Read More

Captain Smith leaves England empty-handed again

A short captains' conference saw the fourth Ashes test drawn with more than an hour to play on Saturday, but such was Steve Smith's gluttony for runs that the home skipper would have gladly kept batting until the final ball and beyond.
2017-12-30 08:51:37 Read More

Ashes: Melbourne Test, Day 5 in pictures

Ashes: Fourth Test, Day 5
2017-12-30 08:45:27 Read More

Melbourne pitch under fire after drawn Ashes Test

The Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC) has said it will carry a full review of the drop-in pitch used for the fourth Ashes Test between Australia and England after complaints it produced a dull match.
2017-12-30 08:35:04 Read More

In Pics: Sports stars who made it big in politics

Some sportspersons who turned their sights on politics.
2017-12-30 07:48:43 Read More

Year in Review: India rises, Virat Kohli rises higher

The eyes of the world turned to India but cricket's habitual record-breaker, Virat Kohli, remained the cynosure of her eyes as his exploits, bit by bit, put in shade the frenzy around the FIFA U-17 World Cup and feats in other big-ticket sporting events.
2017-12-30 07:05:50 Read More

Australia and England draw 4th Ashes Test

Steve Smith batted through the entire last day to remain unbeaten on 102 as Australia held on to draw the fourth Ashes Test against England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Saturday.
2017-12-30 06:28:04 Read More

FIR against wrestler Sushil Kumar after ugly brawl

Delhi Police on Saturday registered an FIR against double Olympic medallist and former world champion Sushil Kumar a day after scuffle broke out between his and wrestler Praveen Rana's supporters at the KD Jadhav Stadium.
2017-12-30 06:00:00 Read More

Murali Vijay, KL Rahul to open in first Test vs South Africa

TOI can confirm that Delhi batsman Shikhar Dhawan, who injured his ankle on Tuesday, the same evening when India skipper Virat Kohli hosted his wedding reception in Mumbai, has been ruled out.
2017-12-30 05:43:33 Read More

Gurbani second bowler to take hat-trick in Ranji final

Vidarbha pacer Rajneesh Gurbani became the second bowler to claim a hat-trick in a Ranji Trophy final on Friday. Against Delhi on Day 2 of the 2017-18 Ranji final being played in Indore, the 24-year-old achieved the landmark across two overs with two wickets off his final two deliveries in an over and a third with the first of the following.
2017-12-30 05:17:02 Read More

2017 in review: Major sporting retirements

Some greats called it quits but not all farewells ended in a fairytale. TOI celebrates a few careers
2017-12-30 04:30:46 Read More

Harry Kane can be Tottenham's Totti: Pochettino

Harry Kane could become as emblematic a player for Tottenham Hotspur as Francesco Totti was for Roma, his manager Mauricio Pochettino said on Friday.
2017-12-30 04:11:53 Read More

2017 in review: Top controversies from world of sports

From US President Donald Trump wading into the raging issue of NFL players kneeling during the national anthem, to Catalonia's march for independence casting a shadow of doubt over Barcelona's La Liga future, the world of sport witnessed many controversies in 2017.
2017-12-30 04:07:47 Read More

Ranji final live: Delhi vs Vidarbha, Day 2

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Tiger hopes to play full 2018 but not ready to commit

Tiger Woods hopes to play a full 2018 schedule, he said on Friday, while at the same time declining to commit even to competing in February's Genesis Open which is run by his foundation.
2017-12-30 03:20:39 Read More

Tiger hopes to play full 2018 but not ready to commit

Breakout sports stars ready to explode in 2018

In a defining year for sport, one which had an equal measure of comebacks and retirements, of doping sagas and record-breaking transfer fees, the emergence of a bunch of firebrand young sportspersons also took centre stage. We look at some of this year's breakout stars poised to launch themselves into stardom in 2018.
2017-12-30 03:00:27 Read More

Serie A: Marek Hamsik ensures Napoli end year on top

Napoli's record goal-scorer Marek Hamsik scored again to keep his side top of Serie A with a 1-0 win at Crotone on Friday as they sealed the symbolic title of Winter Champions.
2017-12-30 02:58:27 Read More

Ashes: Australia recall spinner Agar for Sydney Test

Left-arm spinner Ashton Agar has been recalled to Australia's squad for the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney as the hosts ponder a twin-spin attack against England for the dead rubber.
2017-12-30 02:52:08 Read More

4th Test live: Australia vs England, Day 5

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Supporters brawl after Sushil-Parveen bout

The elder brother of well-known wrestler Parveen Rana, Naveen, was brutally thrashed allegedly by the supporters of two-time Olympic medallist Sushil Kumar inside the warm-up arena of the KD Jadhav wrestling hall of the Indira Gandhi Indoor (IGI) stadium.
2017-12-29 20:19:59 Read More

Mumbai rout Delhi in ill-tempered game to jump to second spot

Mumbai City FC packed a strong punch to outclass Delhi Dynamos FC 4-0 and leap to the second spot on the table after an ill-tempered Indian Super League game on Friday.
2017-12-29 17:17:31 Read More

Viswanathan Anand relishes being 'World Champion' again

Viswanathan Anand might have endured a tough year but he ended it on a high by reclaiming the World rapid chess title in Riyadh on Thursday night. What's interesting is that Anand wasn't even expected to be part of the event.
2017-12-29 16:43:36 Read More

PBL: HS Prannoy stars in Ahmedabad Smash Masters win against Hyderabad Hunters

World No 10 HS Prannoy kept his unbeaten record intact in the Premier Badminton League to help new entrants Ahmedabad Smash Masters beat Hyderabad Hunters 4-3 in the seventh match of the league at the Siri Fort Sports Complex in New Delhi on Friday.
2017-12-29 16:32:14 Read More

Mourinho highlights Klopp inconsistency over Van Dijk

Jose Mourinho has mischievously highlighted the changing view of Jurgen Klopp after his Liverpool counterpart spent £75 million to sign Southampton's Dutch defender Virgil van Dijk this week.
2017-12-29 15:47:03 Read More

Mourinho highlights Klopp inconsistency over Van Dijk

Pant not perturbed by MSK Prasad's remark on young keepers

Young Rishabh Pant is unperturbed by chief selector MSK Prasad's less-than-flattering views on the next line of wicketkeepers to fill the big boots of Mahendra Singh Dhoni, saying his only job is to score runs.
2017-12-29 15:35:06 Read More

Delhi, Vidarbha share honours after Shorey's unbeaten ton

Displaying steely resolve, Dhruv Shorey stood out with an unbeaten century and steered Delhi to 271 for six, but Vidarbha did just enough to share honours on day one of the Ranji Trophy final on Friday.
2017-12-29 14:41:27 Read More

Sushil Kumar qualifies for CWG, but not without drama

Double Olympic-medallist Sushil Kumar and five other male wrestlers on Friday qualified for next year's Commonwealth Games scheduled to be held in Gold Coast, Australia.
2017-12-29 14:28:17 Read More

PM Modi congratulates Anand on World Rapid Title

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated Viswanathan Anand for winning the World Rapid title, saying the chess ace has proved his mettle time and again.
2017-12-29 13:44:07 Read More

Shikhar Dhawan's family stopped at Dubai airport on way to Cape Town

Shikhar Dhawan had to go through an ordeal when his wife and kids were stopped at Dubai airport from boarding a connecting flight to Cape Town, which hosts India's opening Test against South Africa on January 5.
2017-12-29 13:03:35 Read More

Jitu Rai shoots 50m pistol gold with record score

Ace Indian marksman Jitu Rai won the men's 50m pistol national title with a new national record score of 233 at the 61st National Shooting Championship on Friday.
2017-12-29 12:45:55 Read More

Wrestlemania at CWG trials; Sushil, Rana supporters clash

The opening day of the Commonwealth Games trials, attended by, among others, Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Brijbhushan Singh Sharan, ended on a stormy note at the KD Jadhav Stadium on Friday.
2017-12-29 12:44:13 Read More

Kohli will face his real competition in South Africa: Bedi

Spin legend Bishen Singh Bedi believes India skipper Virat Kohli is yet to face real competition and the upcoming tough tour of South Africa will test his batting as well as captaincy skills.
2017-12-29 12:35:19 Read More

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Fit-again Du Plessis, Steyn named in South Africa's full strength squad

Fast bowling all-rounder Chris Morris too has been added to the 15-man squad, joining the likes of Dale Steyn, Morne Morkel, Kagiso Rabada, Vernon Philander and Andile Phehlukwayo in a formidable pace attack.
2017-12-29 12:21:43 Read More

Novak Djokovic pulls out of Abu Dhabi comeback

Former world number one and 12-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic withdrew from the Mubadala World Tennis Championship on Friday with elbow pain to raise fresh doubts over his fitness.
2017-12-29 12:08:04 Read More

Medal prospects will not face funding hurdles, says Rathore

"There is a selection committee in every sport which is tasked to select the medal prospects. Those who are real medal prospects will get all the support. Funding won't be a problem for them," Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore said.
2017-12-29 11:07:25 Read More

Chahal, Bumrah, Dhoni headline T20I XI of 2017

From the six-hitting Evin Lewis via the consistent Babar Azam to a record-setting Yuzvendra Chahal, here are the top T20I players of the year.
2017-12-29 10:51:03 Read More

Ashes: Fourth Test, Day 4 in pictures

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2017-12-29 09:27:11 Read More

Five Indian female tennis players to watch out for

TOI Sports analyses a few names that have created ripples at the junior circuit and hold tremendous potential to representing India sometime in future.
2017-12-29 07:50:03 Read More

Amid high respect for Indian shuttlers, Viktor Axelsen critical of BWF

World No 1 Viktor Axelsen, who is in India to participate in the ongoing Premier Badminton League (PBL) for Bengaluru Blasters, has heaped praise on the country's badminton players while expressing his respect for them.
2017-12-29 07:07:47 Read More

Amid high respect for Indian shuttlers, Viktor Axelsen critical of BWF

Becoming world champion again amazing: Viswanathan Anand

I came into this tournament after a difficult year, especially the London tournament was very disappointing. It is not that I had high expectations in London but I still hoped to do well. But to finish last was a heavy blow.
2017-12-29 06:29:51 Read More

In Pictures: World top 10 football transfers

Liverpool signed Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk for a reported £75 million ($100 million, â‚¬84 million) on Wednesday. It is a world record fee for a defender and puts the Dutchman in the top 10 of the world's most expensive transfers:
2017-12-29 05:38:31 Read More

Old rival Garry Kasporov tweets praise for Viswanathan Anand

Kasparov added that the 48-year-old should use it as a reminder to his critics that he still has plenty to offer his younger rivals on the chess circuit.
2017-12-29 05:22:46 Read More

FC Pune City coach calls referees jokers, banned

FC Pune City have been hit hard by the four-match suspension of their coach Ranko Popovic after the Serbian called the referees "jokers".
2017-12-29 04:53:02 Read More

Axelsen dashes Delhi hopes, guides Bengaluru to victory

Delhi Dashers started on a poor note, losing the two opening matches to Bengaluru Blasters in the Premier Badminton League here on Thursday. However, the Trump Match got the hosts back into the game.
2017-12-29 04:43:15 Read More

Ranji Trophy final: Delhi vs Vidarbha, battle of the underdogs

"It has been an extended season for both the teams here." Delhi coach KP Bhaskar was only talking tongue in cheek, but he delivered the underlining statement ahead of the Ranji Trophy final between his young team and Vidarbha from Friday.
2017-12-29 03:59:47 Read More

Sports Ministry revises TOP scheme, cuts direct funding to athletes

Athletes preparing for next year's Commonwealth and Asian Games and for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics may not take a liking to the latest directive by the sports ministry, which has revised the guidelines for issuance of funds to athletes under the Target Olympic Podium (TOP) scheme.
2017-12-29 03:40:12 Read More

I feel 2018 is going to be my year: Ajinkya Rahane

From the struggle he's faced to the preparation for South Africa and beyond, Rahane spelt his heart out to TOI. Excerpts from an interview...
2017-12-29 03:26:09 Read More

2017 in review: Indian football rising, but not quite shining

The giant is no longer sleeping; it's not up and running either. Despite having one of the worst rankings before Stephen Constantine returned for a second stint, successive Fifa presidents have dedicated much time and energy to Indian football.
2017-12-29 03:10:15 Read More

Ranji Trophy Final, Live score: Delhi vs Vidarbha, Day 1

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1st T20I, Live: New Zealand v West Indies

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Neymar, Ronaldo, City headline footballâ€™s bumper year

Breaking the bank is fashionable in football today. Paris Saint Germain did it for Neymar Jr without breaking a sweat... That done, the ball rolls onâ€¦
2017-12-29 02:52:33 Read More

Ashes 2017: 4th Test, Day 4, Live updates

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Djokovic to face Bautista Agut in Abu Dhabi comeback

Djokovic hasn't played since retiring from his quarter-final at Wimbledon against Tomas Berdych in July with an elbow injury. The 30-year-old will make his comeback on Friday before launching his competitive campaign as top seed at the Qatar Open next week.
2017-12-28 17:56:05 Read More

Jeje strike from spot helps Chennaiyin consolidate top spot

A first half of two penalties -- one converted and one missed -- decided the outcome of the Indian Super League match between Jamshedpur FC and Chennaiyin FC, with the visiting side emerging 1-0 winners in a closely- fought contest on Thursday.
2017-12-28 17:43:44 Read More

PBL: Viktor Axelsen fashions Bengaluru Blasters win over Delhi Dashers

Bengaluru Blasters dished out a commanding performance to inflict a 5-2 defeat on Delhi Dashers in front of their home crowd at the Siri Fort Sports Complex in the second match of Delhi leg of the third edition of Premier Badminton League on Thursday.
2017-12-28 17:29:37 Read More

FIFA chief Infantino gives VAR thumbs up

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has given his whole hearted backing to the controversial video assistant referee technology.
2017-12-28 16:53:04 Read More

Final session of a day will be crucial against India: Morkel

"It's going to be about that last session in the day when the ball is soft and conditions are tough. Majority of the runs in Test cricket are scored after tea time. So for us, it's going to be if we have enough petrol in the tank to knock India over at the back end of the day," Morkel said about the upcoming series against India.
2017-12-28 16:19:01 Read More

Robust system helped cricket survive controversies: Jagdale

Former BCCI secretary Sanjay Jagdale said Indian cricket has managed to survive the innumerable brush with controversies in recent years because of the robust system put in place by the Board's past masters such as MA Chidambaram and Jagmohan Dalmiya.
2017-12-28 15:17:58 Read More

Klopp plays down record fee for Van Dijk

Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp has urged supporters to "forget about the price tag" for the club's record signing Virgil van Dijk and focus on the qualities of the Dutch international.
2017-12-28 15:00:12 Read More

Hamilton joins Vettel in the fight for fifth title

Formula One entered a new era in 2017 and next year promises another first even if Mercedes and Lewis Hamilton keep on winning.
2017-12-28 14:24:25 Read More

Ashwin-Jadeja need to change their style in South Africa: Rahane

"I feel Ashwin and Jadeja, they both have it in them to deliver abroad and not only in India. See when you play in India you have to bowl in a certain way and if you see the likes of Moeen Ali, Nathan Lyon if they are playing in England, Australia they have to bowl in a different style," Rahane said.
2017-12-28 14:08:50 Read More

Pakistan Hockey Federation invites Narinder Batra for World XI matches

The Pakistan Hockey Federation has extended an invitation to FIH president Narinder Batra to visit Karachi and Lahore next month for the matches to be played by a visiting international eleven side.
2017-12-28 13:03:10 Read More

Pakistan Hockey Federation invites Narinder Batra for World XI matches

CSA hopes BCCI will release players for T20 league

Cricket South Africa launched the Global T20 League with much fanfare but in an anti-climax announced the league won't be held this year citing financial non-viability. Now, the board is hopeful to relaunch its ambitious event next year in the hope that it will secure the signatures of Indian players for the league.
2017-12-28 12:47:30 Read More

Swansea hire Carvalhal as boss until end of season

Premier League strugglers Swansea City appointed Carlos Carvalhal as their manager until the end of the season on Thursday.
2017-12-28 12:32:33 Read More

Bumrah can be good choice for first Test: Nehra

"Jasprit Bumrah can be a good choice for the first Test in Cape Town. I don't know what's there in the team management's mind but he is the kind of bowler, who can be an asset on the Newlands track during the first Test," Ashish Nehra said.
2017-12-28 11:52:38 Read More

Carolina Marin keen to regain World No.1 rank in 2018

Four Superseries finals with one win could sum up Spanish badminton star Carolina Marin's form in 2017 which she conceded wasn't the best for her and hoped -- with an eye on regaining the top spot in the world rankings -- that the coming year will fetch her more titles.
2017-12-28 11:29:41 Read More

Delhi stand in way as Vidarbha chase maiden Ranji glory

A win away from their maiden title, Vidarbha embodied the allure often associated with underdogs as they braced up to face a battle-hardened Delhi that has for years braved a system that is anything but robust, in the final of Ranji Trophy.
2017-12-28 11:13:03 Read More

Alastair Cook says he deserved the axe - before epic double ton

Unflappable opening batsman Alastair Cook crushed Australia's hopes of sweeping the five-Test series with an unbeaten 244 on Thursday to put the tourists 164 runs ahead of Australia with two days left.
2017-12-28 11:02:48 Read More

Cook's record double ends Australia's whitewash hopes

The phlegmatic opener emphatically bounced back after a lean run of scores to finish the day unconquered on 244 off 409 balls. At the close, England were 491 for nine.
2017-12-28 10:06:01 Read More

Ashes: Fourth Test, Day 3 in pictures

Ashes: Fourth Test, Day 2
2017-12-28 10:04:06 Read More

TOI Sport's ODI XI of 2017, led by Virat Kohli

We sift through the numbers, wickets and runs to pick the 11 most valuable ODI cricketers of 2017 (and a very successful 12th man).
2017-12-28 09:08:40 Read More

Nadal pulls out of Brisbane, but says yes to Australian Open

World No.1 Rafael Nadal has withdrawn from the Brisbane International with a knee injury, but said he still intends to play in next month's Australian Open.
2017-12-28 05:58:59 Read More

Ranji Trophy: Delhiâ€™s road to the final

A look at the road Delhi took to enter their first Ranji final in a decade, which was the last time they won the title.
2017-12-28 05:34:07 Read More

Ranji Trophy: How Vidarbha made it to their first final

A look at the road Faiz Fazalâ€™s team took to set up a summit clash against Delhi, which is their first appearance in the Ranji final.
2017-12-28 05:31:38 Read More

Man City beat Newcastle 1-0 and move 15 points clear in EPL

Manchester City moved 15 points clear at the top of the English Premier League as it extended its winning run to 18 games at Newcastle on Wednesday.
2017-12-28 05:28:45 Read More

Smashing success: India ruled the badminton courts

It wasn't just all about Srikanth and Sindhu. Prannoy and Praneeth made heads turn too
2017-12-28 05:22:30 Read More

New year and new beginnings for PV Sindhu

Thanks to her mindboggling achievements over the last few years, PV Sindhu is today one of India's most popular sports personalities.
2017-12-28 05:18:00 Read More

2017 a watershed year for Indian badminton

If Saina Nehwal's hat-trick of titles in 2010 was the catalyst which propelled Indian badminton to a different plane, 2017 has proved to be a watershed year for the sport as Kidambi Srikanth led the boys' victory parade with four Super Series titles in a calendar year.
2017-12-28 04:57:46 Read More

Ailing archer Gohela Boro awaits help from sports ministry

"Sir, agar mujhe jaldi madad nahi mili to mera archery ka sapna tootjayega (Sir, if I don't get help soon, my archery dream will be over)," a sobbing 21-year-old Gohela Boro told TOI from her village in Kokrajhar district in Assam on Wednesday.
2017-12-28 04:32:53 Read More

Virat Kohli to U-19 WC boys: Don't take too much pressure, enjoy

India U-19 coach Rahul Dravid had a motivational ace for his team before it departed for the ICC Under-19 World Cup. The India great ensured that his boys got a 'pep talk' from Virat Kohli.
2017-12-28 04:32:15 Read More

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South Africa tour marks beginning of Mission 2019

India's tour of South Africa - a 54-day contest - isn't just yet another cricket tour. It also marks the beginning of a 24-month window that will mark for one of India's busiest overseas campaign in a long time.
2017-12-28 04:25:43 Read More

Van Dijk most expensive defender after USD 100m move

Liverpool is breaking the world transfer record for a defender by signing Virgil van Dijk from Southampton in a $100 million move.
2017-12-28 04:02:53 Read More

Van Dijk most expensive defender after USD 100m move

Liverpool is breaking the world transfer record for a defender by signing Virgil van Dijk from Southampton in a $100 million move.
2017-12-28 04:02:53 Read More

South Africa tour is Team India's big test of mettle

"We know what we want to do there. We try to be mentally prepared and give our 100%. At times we are successful at it at times we are not. It happens at home, at times it will happen away," said Virat Kohli.
2017-12-28 03:42:08 Read More

Anand stuns World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen in Riyadh world rapids

Former multiple world champion Viswanathan Anand stunned reigning champion Magnus Carlsen of Norway in the ninth round of World Rapid championship in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday. Playing with black pieces, the Indian, on an unbeaten run, won in 34 moves due to a superb endgame.
2017-12-28 02:53:54 Read More

PBL: Chennai Smashers beat Mumbai Rockets to record first win

The mixed doubles pair of Chris Adcock and Gabrielle Adcock won Chennai Smashers' Trump match to help their team overcome Mumbai Rockets 4-3 in their second match of the Premier Badminton League season 3 at the Siri Fort Sports Complex in Delhi on Wednesday.
2017-12-27 17:36:44 Read More

South Africa thrash Zimbabwe in two days

South Africa crushed Zimbabwe by an innings and 120 runs inside two days in their one-off day-night Test at St George's Park on Wednesday.
2017-12-27 16:49:45 Read More

Uncertainty looms large over badminton coach Mulyo

Uncertainty loomed large over the departure of Mulyo Handoyo with Badminton Association of India on Wednesday rubbishing reports that the Indonesian coach has decided to quit Indian badminton after a brief stint.
2017-12-27 16:38:48 Read More

Kohli's pep talk to U-19s, terms Prithvi 'special talent'

He knows how to win an U-19 World Cup and no wonder current coach Rahul Dravid wanted senior team skipper Virat Kohli to have a small session with Prithvi Shaw and Co ahead of their departure for colts World Cup.
2017-12-27 16:25:15 Read More

Getting married was much more important: Virat Kohli

Asked how difficult will it be for him to return to cricket post the marriage celebrations, Virat Kohli replied: "Not difficult at all, it was away for something (marriage) which is much more important. That is a period that will always remain special for both of us."
2017-12-27 16:16:48 Read More

Limping Shikhar Dhawan raises eye-brows, doubtful for 1st Test

Senior opener Shikhar Dhawan appears to be a doubtful starter for the first Test against South Africa, starting January 5, due to an ankle injury.
2017-12-27 15:57:39 Read More

We have nothing to prove to anyone: Virat Kohli on South Africa tour

"We have got rid of all the mental pressures of touring abroad and wanting to prove to people. We are not wanting to prove anything to anyone and our duty is to go out there, give our 100 per cent effort for the country and get the result that we want to," Virat Kohli said.
2017-12-27 15:02:06 Read More

Bravo, Razzaq new joinees in St Moritz Ice Cricket

West Indies' Dwayne Bravo and Pakistan's Abdul Razzaq are the latest cricketers to join a host of former stars for the inaugural St. Moritz Ice Cricket to be held in Switzerland from February 8-9.
2017-12-27 14:30:21 Read More

Shastri urges team to embrace South African challenge

"We know how tough this tour of South Africa is. That's the beauty about their profession -- wanting challenges and embracing it and that's what we are looking for," Ravi Shastri said at the pre-departure media conference.
2017-12-27 14:22:48 Read More

Anisa wins women's 25m pistol with new national record

Experienced Haryana shooter Anisa Sayyed won the women's 25m pistol gold with a new record at the ongoing 61st National Shooting Championship Competitions (61st NSCC) on Wednesday.
2017-12-27 14:18:36 Read More

Great if some can make it to India A in next eight months: Dravid

His tunnel vision on the "process" is legendary in Indian cricket and U-19 chief coach Rahul Dravid's next aim is to see a few of the World Cup-bound colts included in the 'A' team within the next six to eight months.
2017-12-27 13:37:52 Read More

Fast-tracked Pandya making most of rare talent: Dravid

"Hardik came into the team because of himself. He is the one who has put in the performances and he is the one who has that x-factor. When you are a fast bowling all-rounder in India, there aren't many to compete with and that's the reality," Dravid said.
2017-12-27 13:31:03 Read More

Ashwini Ponnappa backs BWF's 2018 schedule

"It is a really packed schedule but that's how the sport is and next year in particular is more packed because of the Commonwealth Games and the Asian Games," Ashwini Ponnappa said on the sidelines of an event.
2017-12-27 12:08:39 Read More

IOA to take up implementation of TOP scheme with Ministry

IOA president Narinder Batra on Wednesday said he would take up the issue of proper implementation of TOP scheme with the Sports Ministry and ensure all assistance for athletes in their endeavour to achieve results in international events, including Olympics.
2017-12-27 11:51:21 Read More

Live score: South Africa vs Zimbabwe, Day-Night Test, Day 2

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2017-12-27 11:14:40 Read More

Continental giants India struggle for global success in 2017

The age-old malady of inconsistency remained unaddressed but Indian hockey did take baby steps towards global success in 2017, a year which reaffirmed the nation's continental supremacy in the sport.
2017-12-27 10:06:52 Read More

Ashes: Melbourne Test, Day 2 in pictures

Ashes: Fourth Test, Day 2
2017-12-27 09:01:21 Read More

Skier Himanshu Thakur seeks funds to qualify for Winter Olympics

Himanshu Thakur, India's best skier, is trying to make the cut for the 2018 Winter Olympics to be held in Pyeongchang, South Korea, on a hope. The 23-year-old from Manali is seeking funds to compete in the qualification tournaments for the Olympics.
2017-12-27 04:34:11 Read More

...In India, it's Kaif who bears hardliners' brunt

Once again, former international cricketer Mohammad Kaif had to bear the brunt of online religious conservatives, this time for a Christmas post on Facebook. He uploaded a picture of himself sitting near a Christmas tree with his family with the caption: "Merry Christmas! May there be peace and love."
2017-12-27 04:21:11 Read More

...In India, it's Kaif who bears hardliners' brunt

Hard work of so many years finally reflecting: Gopichand

While 2016 belonged to PV Sindhu and Saina Nehwal dominate the headlines the years before that, 2017 saw the likes of Kidambi Srikanth, Sai Praneeth, HS Prannoy sharing the limelight with the two super-girls of Indian badminton and Gopichand feels this recent string of success â€˜shows the depth of Indian badminton and more importantly the depth of work that has been done over the yearsâ€™.
2017-12-27 04:08:24 Read More

Parents' sacrifices have made me what I am: Sindhu

Sindhu admitted to have faced her share of struggles in the initial stages and how it was her parentsâ€™ immense support that helped her overcome them.
2017-12-27 04:02:49 Read More

2017 review: Yuki, Ram get India humming on singles chart

â€‹Yuki Bhambri and Ramkumar Ramanathan ushered in a new era in Indian tennis which enjoyed more positives than negatives. After a season of unsavoury episodes and disappointment of Olympic proportions in 2016, Bhambri and Ramanathan revived the hopes of Indian fans with some spectacular tennis on the international stage.
2017-12-27 03:54:36 Read More

2017 review: Yuki, Ram get India humming on singles chart

2017 review: Federer & Nadal, tennis' timeless love story

Federer and Nadal returned to big time tennis from a sabbatical, clearing physical and mental hurdles. And they created magic once again. Their match-ups, in the backdrop of injuries to Djokovic and Murray, stirred the imagination and made this year special.
2017-12-27 03:47:18 Read More

Exclusive: Losing close finals hurt, but I gave my best, says Sindhu

Although losing close finals hurt, Sindhu says she has no regrets. "The World Championships (finals) was one of the longest matches so far. But when the situation is so close, when it is 22-20 it is anybody's game. I didn't have any regrets because it wasn't like I did not try. I gave my best."
2017-12-27 03:15:00 Read More

Lingard saves United as Burnley add to Mourinho woes

Jose Mourinho's troubles mounted as Manchester United needed a 91st minute equaliser from substitute Jesse Lingard to rescue a point in a thrilling 2-2 draw with Burnley on Tuesday.
2017-12-26 17:59:41 Read More

WWE RAW results: New tag team champions; Cena returns

WWE RAW on Christmas Day came as big bonanza for Kurt Angle's 'son' Jason Jordan who won the RAW tag team championship with Seth Rollins beating Cesaro and Sheamus in the main event, thus becoming the first superstar to hold the RAW, SmackDown and NXT tag team titles in the company. Also, John Cena made his return and took on Elias while RAW women's champion Alexa Bliss comes face to face with Asuka.
2017-12-26 17:52:32 Read More

Chelsea close on United after Brighton win

Alvaro Morata struck his 10th goal of the Premier League campaign as Chelsea secured a 2-0 victory over Brighton that moved Antonio Conte's side to within one point of second-placed Manchester United.
2017-12-26 17:46:01 Read More

Prannoy, Sourabh star in Ahmedabad win over NE Warriors

Indian shuttlers HS Prannoy, Sourabh Verma and World No. 1 Tai Tzu Ying of Chinese Taipei won their respectively singles matches to help Ahmedabad Smash Masters beat North Eastern Warriors' 4-3 in the Premier Badminton League (PBL) on Tuesday.
2017-12-26 17:39:15 Read More

Rohit Sharma defends MS Dhoni's place in ODI, T20I teams

"I am shocked that this question is being raised. If you look at the recent performances, I don't understand why people are still taking about it. It is not about whether he will be part of the 2019 World Cup, his recent form has been good," Rohit Sharma said.
2017-12-26 17:33:51 Read More

Virat Kohli-Anushka Sharma's star-studded reception in Mumbai

The newly-wed couple Virat Kohli, India cricket captain, and Anushka Sharma, Bollywood actress, hosted their second reception ceremony at a venue in Lower Parel, Mumbai on Tuesday.
2017-12-26 17:01:35 Read More

Will do our best to win the series in South Africa: Ajinkya Rahane

"South Africa is a very good team. They have a very good attack, where they know their conditions really well. So we don't want to take them lightly, but at the same time, we want to give our best," India vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane said.
2017-12-26 16:57:24 Read More

Rohit Sharma is ahead of Virat Kohli in limited overs: Sandeep Patil

"Virat Kohli fans might not like it but I have to say Rohit Sharma is currently the better batsman. Virat is definitely a great batsman, no doubt about it. He is India's best Test batsman but when it comes to limited overs cricket, Rohit is ahead of him," Sandeep Patil said.
2017-12-26 15:40:58 Read More

Kane says 'great feeling' to beat Shearer record

Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane said beating Alan Shearer's Premier League record for goals in a calendar year was a "great feeling" after he netted a hat-trick on Tuesday.
2017-12-26 15:17:15 Read More

Injured Tsonga withdraws from season-opener in Doha

Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga has pulled out of January's Australian Open warm-up event in Doha with a wrist injury, the tournament organisers announced on Tuesday.
2017-12-26 14:38:28 Read More

Kane sets Premier League calendar year goal record

Harry Kane's 22nd-minute header at Wembley was his 37th goal of the year, moving him past Alan Shearer's previous Premier League record, which was set when he played for Blackburn Rovers in 1995. But Kane wasn't happy to settle for that milestone and scored again with a close-range finish in the 39th minute.
2017-12-26 13:24:09 Read More

Kane treble shatters Premier League goal record

I-League: Arrows blank 10-man Lajong 3-0 to post second win of season

Indian Arrows players found their lost mojo back as they outscored 10-man Shillong Lajong 3-0 to register their second victory of the season in the 11th edition of the I-League at the Ambedkar Stadium on Tuesday.
2017-12-26 12:43:48 Read More

Ishant must deliver in South Africa; Steyn, Morkel not a threat: Prasad

"Ishant has been around for more than a decade. It is high time that he leads the attack. I don't know what the issue is. He has got the pace, the height, the aggression but he has not realised his potential. He should be playing the role that Srinath (Javagal) played when he was around, or Zaheer Khan or Kapil Dev when they played," Prasad said.
2017-12-26 12:22:57 Read More

Attractive pay, strong club culture way forward: Bhutia

"I guess the club structure in any sport has to be strong. Incentive for sportspersons when they do well at state and national levels has to be good. And corporates have to come up (in a bigger way) and sponsor", Bhaichung Bhutia said.
2017-12-26 11:49:00 Read More

Fitness key to medals in 2018, says Srikanth

"There are lots of positives to take from 2017. Next year would be a big year with too many important tournaments lined up and it would be important for me to stay fit," said Kidambi Srikanth on the sidelines of a felicitation program.
2017-12-26 11:35:44 Read More

Four-Day Test Live: South Africa vs Zimbabwe, Day 1

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Timing of new service law could have been better: Sindhu

"From my side it's just that it could have come at a better time. A different tournament instead of the All England Championships because it is a very prestigious tournament for everybody," Sindhu said when asked about the service experiment.
2017-12-26 10:36:50 Read More

Sindhu, Srikanth weave a fairytale year for Indian badminton

It was a year when the national anthem played quite frequently at stadiums across the globe as either Sindhu or Srikanth stood on the podium in a series of elite badminton tournaments.
2017-12-26 09:17:42 Read More

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Ashes, 4th Test: Warner century hands Australia solid start

David Warner posted a century after a no-ball reprieve and skipper Steve Smith was on track for four straight Boxing Day tons as Australia made a solid start to the fourth Ashes Test against England on Tuesday.
2017-12-26 08:16:26 Read More

Faiz has led Vidarbha well this year: Suresh Raina

India batsman Suresh Raina is happy for his junior India and Central Zone teammate.
2017-12-26 04:05:16 Read More

City have no competition at the moment: Wes Brown

In a chat with TOI, the 38-year-old said that how the experience of a central defender is helping him in his role of a defensive midfielder, why Manchester United is on the right track under Jose Mourinho and how Pep Guardiolaâ€™s system has won him titles.
2017-12-26 03:36:17 Read More

Superseries Q/Fs donâ€™t satisfy us: HS Prannoy

With Srikanth racking up four Superseries titles this year, Prannoy wants to take it up as a challenge rather than treat as a burden.
2017-12-26 03:23:47 Read More

Live Score: Australia vs England, 4th Test, Day 1

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Lambs abroad? Buoyant India target maiden win in South Africa

Virat Kohli's India head for a gruelling tour of South Africa on Wednesday looking for a record-breaking tenth straight Test series triumph, but they will have to overcome a reputation for being bad travellers.
2017-12-26 03:04:50 Read More

Lambs abroad? Buoyant India target maiden win in South Africa

I revel in pressure situations: Murali Vijay

Vijay opened up on the need to assess situations quickly, the camaraderie between the opening trio (two others being Shikhar Dhawan and KL Rahul), the intriguing battles with Dale Steyn and the South African pace attack, the overseas challenges that await Virat Kohli & Co and more.
2017-12-26 02:59:15 Read More

Special Oly gold medallist pushing wheelchairs for living

Rajbir, who battled â€˜below average intellectual and adaptive functioningâ€™ to win the 1km and 2km cycling events, was forced to start working with his father as a daily-wage labourer to make ends meet a few months after bringing laurels to India.
2017-12-26 02:24:48 Read More

India rise to second place, Kohli slips to third in T20I rankings

India captain Virat Kohli lost his pole position in the latest ICC T20I Rankings as his absence due to personal commitments led to loss of 48 ranking points.
2017-12-25 15:46:50 Read More

Swapnil regains lost crown at National Shooting Championship

Rising star Swapnil Kusale, 22, of Railways made his day when he regained the gold in a new record score in the men's 50m rifle 3position of the 61st National Shooting Championship at National Games Shooting Range, here on Christmas day.
2017-12-25 15:21:51 Read More

My disability was mocked during temple visit, says Arunima Sinha

Arunima Sinha, former national level volleyball player and the first amputee to scale Mount Everest, said she felt "greater pain" while visiting the Mahakal Temple here than scaling the Everest.
2017-12-25 14:19:00 Read More

Indian women to host England for three ODIs in April

India will host England for three ODIs in April as part of the ICC Women's Championship, the BCCI announced on Monday.
2017-12-25 14:06:01 Read More

Ibrahimovic was not good at shooting at Juventus: Capello

Former Juventus head coach Fabio Capello revealed that Swedish striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic was not good at shooting the ball when he plied his trade for the Italian football club.
2017-12-25 13:29:08 Read More

Salah determined to win titles at Liverpool

Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah said on Monday he hopes he can help Liverpool end a five-year wait for silverware after making a blistering start to life at Anfield.
2017-12-25 12:36:53 Read More

Ponting knows nothing about Eng dressing room: Root

England skipper Joe Root hit back at former Australia captain Ricky Ponting and said he knows nothing about his team or what is going on in their dressing room.
2017-12-25 11:37:50 Read More

Smith, Afridi join other former stars for ice cricket

Graeme Smith and Shahid Afridi have joined a host of former stars for the inaugural St. Moritz Ice Cricket in Switzerland from February 8-9.
2017-12-25 11:26:49 Read More

Rohit Sharma steals the show in maiden series as captain

Stand-in India skipper Rohit Sharma ruled the limited-overs leg of the home series against Sri Lanka, finishing as the highest-run scorer in the two formats while leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal ended up as the top wicket-taker.
2017-12-25 10:48:32 Read More

Dale Steyn would be challenged by India: Harbhajan Singh

Comeback from a career-threatening injury is never easy and that's why South African pace ace Dale Steyn might not turn out to be as big a threat for India in next month's highly-anticipated Test series, feels senior spinner Harbhajan Singh.
2017-12-25 10:28:18 Read More

Dhoni at 36 is fitter than bunch of 26-year-olds: Ravi Shastri

Dhoni's form with the bat has been heavily scrutinised in the recent past with every failure being looked upon as an ominous sign. However, the talismanic wicketkeeper-batsman did well in the just-concluded limited-overs series against Sri Lanka to silence some of the criticism.
2017-12-25 07:09:29 Read More

India have all bases covered for SA: Lanka coach

After his team was beaten convincingly by India in all the three formats during their tour to India which concluded with Sri Lanka losing the third and final T20 International by five wickets, Lanka coach Nic Pothas backed Virat Kohli & Co to do well on their forthcoming trip to South Africa.
2017-12-25 03:42:49 Read More

Need new strategy whenever I play Saina, Sindhu: Marin

The reigning Olympic champion in womenâ€™s singles, accompanied by her coach Fernando Rivas, spoke about her comeback from injury and why she considers India as her second home while choosing to remain silent over Catalonia movement that has engulfed the Spanish terrain.
2017-12-25 03:38:28 Read More

This series has been a turnaround in my career: Unadkat

The most heartening feature of Indiaâ€™s clean sweep of the Sri Lankans in the three-match T20 International series, apart from Rohit Sharmaâ€™s sublime batting and KL Rahulâ€™s power-hitting, has been the superb bowling of Jaydev Unadkat.
2017-12-25 03:26:58 Read More

India whitewash Sri Lanka, end year with record 37 wins

India completed a 3-0 clean sweep of the series to wind up the year on a high before they embark on the South African safari a few days later. They end the year with 37 wins across all formats
2017-12-25 02:48:57 Read More

India whitewash Sri Lanka, end year with record 37 wins

Olympian Lakha Singh stuggling to make ends meet

Sachin Tendulkar has talked about the lack of financial security for athletes. TOI profiles an ex-sportsman, Olympian Lakha Singh, who now drives taxi for a living.
2017-12-25 02:26:56 Read More

Olympian Lakha Singh struggling to make ends meet

Sachin Tendulkar has talked about the lack of financial security for athletes. TOI profiles an ex-sportsman, Olympian Lakha Singh, who now drives taxi for a living.
2017-12-25 02:26:56 Read More

PBL: Marin inspires Hyderabad Hunters to their first victory

Hyderabad Hunters got off to a bright start in the Premier Badminton League as they beat North East Warriors in their campaign opener on Sunday.
2017-12-24 17:22:55 Read More

Serena Williams to make comeback on December 30

Former world number one Serena Williams will make her much-anticipated competitive return with an exhibition match on the final day of the Mubadala exhibition event on December 30, tournament organisers announced on Sunday.
2017-12-24 16:02:47 Read More

All countries want to play against India to make money: Sethi

The Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Najam Sethi has acknowledged that all countries want to play against India as it allows them to earn maximum revenue.
2017-12-24 15:36:21 Read More

India v Sri Lanka live updates: 3rd T20I

Follow all the live updates from the third and final T20I between India and Sri Lanka from Wankhede Stadium on Times of India.â€‹
2017-12-24 15:27:19 Read More

Shubhankar bags Tour Championship, ends 2017 on a high

Continuing his dream run, Shubhankar Sharma rallied to snatch Rs 1.5 crore McLeod Russel Tour Championship 2017 on Sunday to sign off the season with three wins.
2017-12-24 14:58:20 Read More

Manu Bhaker picks up ninth gold at National Shooting Championship

Haryana's talented pistol shooter Manu Bhaker bagged her ninth gold medal by winning the junior mixed team event at the 61st National Shooting Championship Competitions here.
2017-12-24 14:47:30 Read More

A transformed India and Kohli will eye history: De Villiers

Star South African batsman AB de Villiers says the Indian team and its captain Virat Kohli have transformed completely over the years and will try to create history in the upcoming Test series.
2017-12-24 14:33:38 Read More

Washington Sundar youngest to play for India in T20Is

All-rounder Washington Sundar, who made his T20I debut against Sri Lanka in the third and final Twenty20 International at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai on Sunday, became the youngest to represent India in the shortest format of the game.
2017-12-24 14:24:19 Read More

Real president Perez insists 2017 was a 'great year'

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez said on Sunday that the club's fans have to be proud of their team's achievements in 2017, despite the 3-0 El Clasico defeat by Barcelona that left them 14 points adrift in the La Liga title race.
2017-12-24 13:25:29 Read More

Real president Perez insists 2017 was a 'great year'

Live Score: India vs Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I

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2017-12-24 12:17:48 Read More

Indian boxers strike gold at Kazakh tournament

Indian boxers dominated the ring at the Galym Zharylgapov Boxing Tournament in Karaganda, Kazakhstan, claiming three gold, a silver, and a bronze medal at the event which concluded on Sunday.
2017-12-24 11:46:20 Read More

India finish runners-up at SAFF U-15 Women's Championship

India finished runners-up after going down 1-0 to Bangladesh in the final of the SAFF U-15 Women's Championship in Dhaka.
2017-12-24 10:47:41 Read More

India finish runners-up at SAFF U-15 Women's Championship

India finished runners-up after going down 1-0 to Bangladesh in the final of the SAFF U-15 Women's Championship in Dhaka.
2017-12-24 10:47:41 Read More

Waqar Younis tips Virat Kohli to break all batting records

"The way he is maintaining his fitness and the way he enjoys his game and focusses on his skill level, I think he is destined to break all batting records in the years to come," Waqar said.
2017-12-24 10:27:42 Read More

New rules for South Africa's four-day Test with Zimbabwe

The one-off day-night Test between South Africa and Zimbabwe, starting on Tuesday, will be staged under experimental playing conditions.
2017-12-24 10:16:24 Read More

South Africa's De Villiers eyes successful Test return

South Africa talisman AB de Villiers has declared himself fit for the challenge of day-night Test ahead of the one-off match against Zimbabwe at St George's Park from Tuesday.
2017-12-24 09:18:20 Read More

Sushil's Phoenix-like rise exposes wrestling's sorry tale

Indian wrestling would have remained a tale of highs and lows had it not been for two-time Olympic medallist Sushil Kumar's Phoenix-like rise, which gave a reality check to a sport that hasn't moved much since his sudden exit from the scene three years ago.
2017-12-24 09:08:37 Read More

Ashes: Australia plot another Boxing Day blow against England

Australia will look to extend their Christmas cheer into the dead rubber Boxing Day Test by subjecting a demoralised England to a fourth consecutive loss in the Ashes at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
2017-12-24 06:56:50 Read More

I am ready to fight for Commonwealth, World title: Vijender

Indian boxing's poster boy Vijender Singh now has his eyes trained on the Commonwealth and World Championship title, the hunger for success not quite satiated by his 10th straight win on the pro circuit.
2017-12-24 05:49:00 Read More

Australia's Mitchell Starc ruled out of Melbourne Test

Australia fast bowler Mitchell Starc has been ruled out of the fourth Ashes Test with a heel injury while England paceman Craig Overton will also miss the match in Melbourne with a fractured rib.
2017-12-24 05:30:36 Read More

Kane has Messi tally in sights after latest hat-trick

Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane could end 2017 as the top calendar year goalscorer in European football after hitting his seventh hat-trick of the year in Saturday's 3-0 win at Burnley.
2017-12-24 04:15:53 Read More

Juventus keep pressure on Napoli in Serie A

Champions Juventus kept pace with Serie A leaders Napoli on Saturday after a hard-fought 1-0 win over title-rivals AS Roma with Inter Milan suffering a second consecutive defeat.
2017-12-24 04:05:07 Read More

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MS Dhoni is still the best in the world: MSK Prasad

Thoroughly backing Team India skipper Virat Kohli and coach Ravi Shastri's recent assessment that wicketkeeper-batsman MS Dhoni is "doing absolutely fine and understands where his cricket is", chairman of selectors MSK Prasad again reiterated on Saturday that the former captain was still by far "the best wicketkeeper-batsman in the world".
2017-12-24 04:01:17 Read More

Mourinho slams 'childish' United after Leicester frustration

Jose Mourinho slammed his Manchester United stars after they conceded a late equaliser in a 2-2 draw against 10-man Leicester that left them 13 points adrift of leaders Manchester City.
2017-12-24 03:58:37 Read More

Milan problem bigger than me, says defiant Gattuso

Gennaro Gattuso insisted he would not quit after the former European heavyweights fell to a another defeat, a 2-0 loss to Atalanta at the San Siro on Saturday.
2017-12-24 03:53:58 Read More

Ashes: Overton ruled out of England line-up for MCG Test

England paceman Craig Overton won't play in the Melbourne Cricket Ground Test against Australia because of a fractured rib. Overton, who made his Test debut in Adelaide earlier this month, was diagnosed with a cracked rib during the third Test in Perth which Australia won to regain the Ashes.
2017-12-24 03:42:45 Read More

Third T20I: India look to finish on a high before their tour of South Africa

The inconsequential game against a mediocre opposition also offers India to stop their unwanted jinx of not having won a limited overs game at the Wankhede for more than six years now.
2017-12-24 03:40:34 Read More

Australia captain Smith hit on hand, should be OK for MCG Test

Australia captain Steve Smith was struck on his right hand by a stray ball near the nets as the team prepared for Tuesday's start to the fourth Test against England.
2017-12-24 03:25:26 Read More

Australia captain Smith hit on hand, should be OK for MCG Test

Australia captain Steve Smith was struck on his right hand by a stray ball near the nets as the team prepared for Tuesday's start to the fourth Test against England.
2017-12-24 03:25:26 Read More

Kidambi Srikanth blames Nationals for injury

Tenacious, dogged and equally skilful, the year 2017 certainly belongs to one Kidambi Srikanth who recorded four BWF Superseries triumphs- an unprecedented feat in the history of Indian men's badminton.
2017-12-24 03:18:55 Read More

United denied by late leveller, slip 13 points behind City

Manchester United will spend Christmas 13 points behind Manchester City in the Premier League title race as Harry Maguire's dramatic late equaliser earned Leicester City a 2-2 draw on Saturday.
2017-12-24 03:08:07 Read More

PBL: Saina Nehwal's absence takes shine off opening tie

On a day the ultimate rivalry in football, El Clasico, was being played in another part of the world, there was anticipation of a similar passionate, competitive battle in the opening fixture of the third edition of the Premier Badminton League.
2017-12-24 03:01:32 Read More

Kane matches Shearer record with treble at Burnley

Harry Kane scored a hat-trick that equalled a Premier League record as Tottenham Hotspur won 3-0 at Burnley on Saturday to end a three-month wait for an away win.
2017-12-24 02:46:27 Read More

Warriors shock defending champions Smashers in PBL opener

Awadhe Warriors overcame the last-minute pullout of star player Saina Nehwal owing to an injury, as they stunned defending champions Chennai Smashers in the Premier Badminton League (PBL) opener on Saturday.
2017-12-23 17:48:29 Read More

Aguero brace extends Man City's winning run

Manchester City recorded a 17th straight Premier League victory in a ruthless 4-0 win over Bournemouth on Saturday as Sergio Aguero scored twice, with Raheem Sterling and Danilo also finding the net.
2017-12-23 17:30:29 Read More

Vijender Singh registers tenth win on the trot, retains twin titles

Olympic bronze medallist Vijender Singh has so far enjoyed a great run in the professional career, winning all his nine fights, and tonight was no different at a jam-packed Sawai Mansingh Stadium as he emerged as the king of 'Rumble Rajasthan'.
2017-12-23 17:19:38 Read More

PWL auctions: Sushil Kumar picked for Rs 55 lakh by Sultans

Double Olympic medalist Sushil Kumar was picked for a whopping Rs 55 lakh during Pro Wrestling League auctions, on Saturday.
2017-12-23 17:17:13 Read More

Robbie Keane strikes winner as ATK beat Delhi Dynamos 1-0

Robbie Keane struck late in the second half to help two-time champions ATK pip Delhi Dynamos 1-0 in an Indian Super League encounter, on Saturday.
2017-12-23 17:08:17 Read More

Dhoni No. 1 keeper, is India's first choice till 2019 World Cup: Prasad

Chairman of selectors MSK Prasad made it clear that Mahendra Singh Dhoni is set to continue till the 2019 World Cup as some of the younger keepers, who have been tried, are not even close to the former Indian captain's level.
2017-12-23 16:23:28 Read More

Advani, Kamani defend National 6-Red titles in style

Pankaj Advani of Petroleum Sports Promotion Board added another national title to his collection of trophies, beating Railways' Kamal Chawla 7-3 in the final of the 7th National 6-Red Snooker Championship here.
2017-12-23 15:58:33 Read More

ISL: Pune City storm into top four with win over Goa

FC Pune City leaped into fourth place after a stunning 2-0 win over table-toppers FC Goa in the Indian Super League (ISL) on Saturday.
2017-12-23 15:47:38 Read More

Chelsea frustrated in Everton stalemate

Chelsea wasted a chance to move level on points with second placed Manchester United as Everton maintained their improvement under Sam Allardyce in a 0-0 draw at Goodison Park on Saturday.
2017-12-23 15:38:23 Read More

Kedar, Shardul make comeback for ODI series in South Africa

Middle-order batsman Kedar Jadhav and speedster Shardul Thakur made a comeback into the 17-member Indian ODI squad for the six-match series in South Africa in February.
2017-12-23 15:08:20 Read More

Suarez, Messi settle 'Clasico' as Barcelona race 14 points clear

Real Madrid's hopes of retaining their La Liga title appeared to be fading fast as goals from Luis Suarez, Lionel Messi and Aleix Vidal propelled Barcelona to a 3-0 win in the 'Clasico' on Saturday, lifting them 14-points clear of their rivals in the standings.
2017-12-23 14:16:43 Read More

Real's title hopes fade as Barca secure 3-0 'Clasico' win

ISL 2017 Live Score: ATK vs Delhi Dynamos FC

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2017-12-23 13:58:17 Read More

Live: Vijender Singh vs Ernest Amuzu

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2017-12-23 13:07:02 Read More

Nadal pulls out of season opener in Abu Dhabi

World number one Rafael Nadal has withdrawn from his planned season opener at an exhibition event in Abu Dhabi due to lingering fitness concerns just three weeks ahead of the Australian Open.
2017-12-23 12:08:21 Read More

We'll present our objection if shooting is scrapped: IOA

Indian Olympic Association is yet to get an official confirmation about shooting being scrapped from the programme of 2022 Commonwealth Games but said it will ask the organisers to reconsider its decision.
2017-12-23 12:06:29 Read More

Going for Nationals, Indian shooter stopped at Delhi airport

India shooter Arjun Singh Cheema was on Saturday detained at the capital's Indira Gandhi International Airport as the airline officials refused to clear his ammunition.
2017-12-23 11:30:59 Read More

I don't know when I will captain India again: Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma wants to savour every moment of his brief stint as India captain, wondering when he would again get a chance to walk out with the team sheet in future.
2017-12-23 11:17:49 Read More

Respect opportunity you are getting: Virat Kohli's tips for U-19s

"The ICC U-19 World Cup was a very important milestone in my career. It helped us get a good platform to build on and make our careers from thereon, so it holds a very important place in my mind and heart," Virat Kohli was quoted as saying in an ICC media release.
2017-12-23 11:01:09 Read More

Australia must manage Starc with care, says pace partner Cummins

Australia will have to manage Mitchell Starc's heel problem properly or risk losing their in-form pace spearhead to a long-term injury, teammate Pat Cummins said on Saturday.
2017-12-23 10:48:24 Read More

ISL 2017 Live Score: FC Goa vs FC Pune City

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2017-12-23 10:44:11 Read More

BCCI appoints Saba Karim as GM of Cricket Operations

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Saturday announced the appointment of former India wicketkeeper-batsman Saba Karim as the new General Manager (GM) of its Cricket Operations.
2017-12-23 09:50:50 Read More

Japan's Nishikori ruled out of Brisbane International

Japan's Kei Nishikori has withdrawn from the season-opening Brisbane International tournament as he continues to recover from a wrist injury, the event's organisers have said.
2017-12-23 09:18:54 Read More

Youngsters bring a few proud moments in Indian tennis but system fails them

Indian youngsters' surprise wins over top singles opponents worked as a balm even as the system continued to fail the players in 2017 during which Rohan Bopanna joined the Grand Slam winning club and Sania Mirza's slide from the top began.
2017-12-23 09:11:06 Read More

Youngsters bring a few proud moments in Indian tennis but system fails them

Top five fastest centuries in Twenty20 Internationals

Rohit Sharma on Friday equalled the record for the quickest century in T20I when he blazed to a 35-ball 100 against Sri Lanka in Indore. Two months ago, it was David Miller who first set the mark against Bangladesh.
2017-12-23 09:10:15 Read More

Formidable India eye whitewash against Sri Lanka in third T20I

With the series already in their pocket, India will look to give some of the bench players a chance but there will be no let-up in the intensity as they eye a complete whitewash against Sri Lanka in the third and final T20I on Sunday.
2017-12-23 07:00:25 Read More

Statistical highlights of second India-Sri Lanka T20I

Rohit has posted a 35-ball hundred, emulating South Africa's David Miller's feat of reaching the century off 35 balls vs Bangladesh at Potchefstroom on October 29, 2017. Both now share a record for the quickest century in terms of balls in T20Is.
2017-12-23 06:23:41 Read More

England captain Root must step up and be a leader, says Ponting

England skipper Joe Root has been more like a little boy than a leader under the immense pressure of the Ashes series and must step up, former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has said.
2017-12-23 06:03:47 Read More

2nd ODI: New Zealand beat West Indies by 204 runs, take series

Trent Boult took a career-best 7-34 after Henry Nicholls had smashed an unbeaten 83 as New Zealand thrashed the West Indies by 204 runs on Saturday to win the second one-day international and clinch their three-match series with a game still to play.
2017-12-23 05:42:19 Read More

Abhinav Bindra quits two govt posts

Indiaâ€™s lone individual Olympic gold medallist, Abhinav Bindra, resigned on Friday from the posts of national observer for shooting as well as chairman of the Target Olympic Podium (TOP) schemeâ€™s Identification committee to avoid any potential â€˜conflict of interestâ€™ charge arising out of his association with private sports projects.
2017-12-23 05:10:10 Read More

Afghan spinner Rashid man of the match in BBL debut

Afghanistan leg-spinner Rashid Khan has made a stunning debut in Australia's Big Bash League, winning man-of-the-match honours for the Adelaide Strikers.
2017-12-23 05:06:04 Read More

Atletico's unbeaten run comes to an end at Espanyol

Atletico Madrid failed to put pressure on La Liga leaders Barcelona ahead of Saturday's El Clasico at Real Madrid as they slumped to a first La Liga defeat of the season 1-0 at Espanyol.
2017-12-23 05:01:18 Read More

Don't have much power, rely on timing the ball, says Rohit

It's not brute power but sublime timing with which Rohit Sharma produces the big knocks and the Indian opener says it is the ability to play according to the field that is key to his batting.
2017-12-23 04:47:55 Read More

Tiger Woods splits with swing coach Como

Tiger Woods will press on with his comeback in 2018 without the aid of a swing coach, announcing on Twitter on Friday that he is splitting with Chris Como. Woods says he has no immediate plans to replace Como, who began working with the 14-time major champion in November of 2014.
2017-12-23 04:25:42 Read More

Stephen Fleming likely to head new CSK academy

Chennai Super Kings, who are back after a gap of two years, have charted out their plans for the future. The CSK management is all set to come up with a top-class cricket academy in the city to nurture young cricketers from the state in mid-2018.
2017-12-23 04:21:38 Read More

England's Stokes ends Canterbury stint, returning to UK

Suspended England all-rounder Ben Stokes has ended his stint in New Zealand domestic cricket and is returning to the United Kingdom for "family reasons," Canterbury said on Saturday.
2017-12-23 04:09:59 Read More

PBL: Saina Nehwal to face PV Sindhu in opener

Arch-rivals Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu will be looking to deal the first blow on a cool Saturday evening in the opening encounter of the third edition of the Premier Badminton League (PBL) as the much-anticipated tournament makes its debut in the northeast.
2017-12-23 04:06:20 Read More

Night time is wrong time as Zimbabwe lose Test warm-up

The touring Zimbabweans were defeated by five wickets on the third and final day of their day-night match against a South African Invitation team at Boland Park on Friday.
2017-12-23 04:03:30 Read More

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Manchester United 'punished' over fixtures: Mourinho

Jose Mourinho believes Manchester United are being "punished" by the Premier League fixture list as they embark on the busy festive period, desperately trying to cling onto Manchester City's coat-tails.
2017-12-23 03:51:01 Read More

Rohit Sharma, the elegant marauder

Rohit Sharma walked out to a standing ovation, having wowed the crowd by equalling the record for the fastest Twenty20 International century, off just 35 balls. His 118 came off just 43 deliveries, with 12 well-timed fours and 10 effortless, massive sixes.
2017-12-23 03:26:17 Read More

India must focus on sports & healthier lifestyle: Tendulkar

The din in the Rajya Sabha may have left Sachin Tendulkar unheard on Thursday. But hours after sharing his thoughts on social media on Friday, the former cricketer, now an MP, spoke his heart out to TOI on subjects that have begun to matter to him "more than anything else"- specifically, inculcating a sporting culture and promoting a healthy lifestyle.
2017-12-23 03:11:44 Read More

Arsenal and Liverpool share spoils in six-goal thriller

Arsenal produced a stunning fightback after a woeful first-half display to overturn a two-goal deficit against Liverpool but were denied an improbable victory as Roberto Firmino salvaged a 3-3 draw for the visitors on Friday.
2017-12-23 02:58:13 Read More

Rohit Sharmaâ€™s joint fastest T20 ton off 35 balls sinks Sri Lanka

Rohit Sharma and Lokesh Rahul feasted on the Sri Lankan bowlers with some breath-taking strokeplay. Rohit blasted a record equalling hundred, while Rahul missed out on his second T20 ton. The duo had a record Indian opening standfourth overallâ€”as India posted 260-5, the joint second highest total.â€‹
2017-12-23 01:01:18 Read More

Always had faith on Kuldeep and Chahal: Rohit Sharma

Talking about his own batting, Rohit Sharma said: "The stage was set, good conditions to bat. I was trying to do what I do, hit through the line. It came off really well. I went out there and had some fun."
2017-12-22 17:40:43 Read More

Vineeth's stoppage time goal saves Kerala Blasters

Kerala Blasters' star player CK Vineeth's strike in stoppage time helped his team cancel out a 87th minute penalty by Rene Mihelic and secure a 1-1 draw against Chennaiyin FC in the Indian Super League on Friday.
2017-12-22 17:07:00 Read More

Sourav, Pankaj make semis at National Snooker

Sourav Kothari and defending champion Pankaj Advani overcame stiff challenge from their opponents before making the semifinals of the 7th National 6-Red snooker championships here on Friday.
2017-12-22 16:19:41 Read More

Sindhu, Saina to kickstart third Premier Badminton League

An exciting battle will be on cards when Olympic medalists PV Sindhu and Saina Nehwal lock horns in the opening match between defending champions Chennai Smashers and Awadhe Warriors at the third edition of the Premier Badminton League on Saturday.
2017-12-22 15:34:01 Read More

I-League: Gokulam Kerala beat Indian Arrows 2-0

New entrants Gokulam Kerala FC finally broke the jinx in the 11th edition of the I-League, registering their first win of the season with a 2-0 victory over an energetic yet inexperienced side Indian Arrows, playing their first home game, at the Ambedkar Stadium on Friday.
2017-12-22 14:54:37 Read More

Bindra resigns from TOP committee

Shooting legend Abhinav Bindra on Friday resigned as the chairman of the sports ministry's Target Olympic Podium (TOP) committee to avoid any "potential conflict of interest".
2017-12-22 14:21:05 Read More

CSK set to retain Dhoni, Raina, Jadeja; no clarity on Ashwin

The Chennai Super Kings are all set to retain their core group including skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Suresh Raina and Ravindra Jadeja for the upcoming 11th edition of IPL.
2017-12-22 14:02:53 Read More

PWL 3: Top wrestlers walk ramp with dance moves

Olympic bronze medalist Sakshi Malik walked the ramp while CWG gold winner and showstopper Geeta Phogat showed her dancing prowess by grooving to Dangal's title song days ahead of Pro Wrestling League 3.
2017-12-22 12:58:54 Read More

Live updates: India v Sri Lanka, 2nd T20I

A dominant Indian team is expected to maintain its stranglehold on a miserable Sri Lanka and wrap up the three-match series at Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore.
2017-12-22 12:56:36 Read More

Not taking anything for granted: Vijender Singh

His unbeaten run notwithstanding, Indian boxing star Vijender Singh is not taking anything for granted as he gears up to defend his WBO Asia Pacific and Oriental titles against Ghana's Ernest Amuzu on Saturday.
2017-12-22 12:48:59 Read More

Live score: India v Sri Lanka, 2nd T20I

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2017-12-22 12:40:48 Read More

Chennai Super Kings plan cricket academy

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will be launching a cricket academy in the middle of next year in an effort to hone the skills of youngsters.
2017-12-22 12:23:22 Read More

Fantastic to see youngsters play pro football: Rahul Dravid

Cricket legend Rahul Dravid on Friday said he is delighted to see young players getting a chance to play professional football alongside former international stars in the Indian Super League (ISL).
2017-12-22 12:16:22 Read More

3rd T20I: BCCI top brass embroiled in pass fiasco

The friction between the BCCI top brass and the Committee of Administrators (COA) again came to the forefront when the distribution of complimentary passes for the third India-Sri Lanka T20 International led to a tussle between the two sides.
2017-12-22 11:53:22 Read More

Mourinho says cup losers won't appear in league

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho has warned players who were humbled at Bristol City they will not be in contention when his side returns to Premier League duty at Leicester on Saturday.
2017-12-22 11:28:11 Read More

Ronaldo back in Real training ahead of El Clasico

Cristiano Ronaldo returned to full training on Friday with his Real Madrid teammates to quash fears he could miss Saturday's huge El Clasico clash with Barcelona at Real's Santiago Bernabeu.
2017-12-22 11:13:51 Read More

Ederson offers to play out of goal for rampant Manchester City

Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson has jokingly offered to play outfield for Pep Guardiola's rampant side as they close in on one of European football's most prestigious records.
2017-12-22 11:12:52 Read More

Ederson offers to play out of goal for rampant Manchester City

A year of revival, Indian boxing finds its bearings again

From an unheralded Gaurav Bidhuri and the legendary MC Mary Kom to the well-established Shiva Thapa, and not to forget a bunch of teenaged women boxers -- all of them scripted their little piece of history in a fairly successful 2017.
2017-12-22 11:05:36 Read More

Gun for Glory shooter Ulhankar clinches gold and bronze

As Gun for Glory's shooters work hard each day to get better, Maharashtra's Swaroop Mahavir Ulhankar, who is part of Project Leap is already bearing results at the National Shooting Competitions for para-athletes.
2017-12-22 10:53:07 Read More

Warne rates Smith higher than Kohli in Tests

Australian leg-spin legend Shane Warne considers Virat Kohli and Steven Smith as two of the best batsmen of the current generation but feels that Smith outsmarted the Indian captain in Test cricket.
2017-12-22 10:40:57 Read More

Tendulkar takes to FB with the message of a healthy India

After cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar was not able to deliver his maiden speech in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday, the Master Blaster took to social media platform Facebook on Friday with the message of â€˜transforming India from being a sport loving nation to a sport playing nationâ€™.
2017-12-22 10:12:20 Read More

WATCH: Virat-Anuskha kill it on the dance floor

After their marriage in Italy, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma held their marriage reception on Thursday in their hometown of Delhi. Among the many dignitaries who attended the party was Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The program was held at the Taj Diplomatic Enclave in Delhi with famous Punjabi singer Gurdas Mann performing live on the show.
2017-12-22 09:35:53 Read More

Wrestling made me confident: Olympic champ Maroulis

If you thought Dangal was inspiring stuff for budding female sportspersons across the world, you must listen to Helen Maroulis, who became the first-ever American to win a gold medal in women's freestyle wrestling at the Rio Olympics last year.
2017-12-22 04:04:11 Read More

Ashwin on mission leg-spin before SA tour

Wrist spinners Yuzvendra Chahal and Kuldeep Chahal may believe that they have sealed the spinnersâ€™ slots in the Indian ODI team, but they may soon have a rival â€” R Ashwin.
2017-12-22 03:17:13 Read More

2nd T20I: Can listless Sri Lanka keep series alive?

As you enter the Holkar stadium with an accreditation card around your neck, gentle queries about the availability of tickets keep coming. Tickets for India's second Twenty20 International against Sri Lanka have already been sold out but locals are ready to shell out whatever it takes to get into the stadium.
2017-12-22 03:11:49 Read More

Injury time penalty gives Jamshedpur 1-0 win over Bengaluru

Jamshedpur FC scored from a stoppage time penalty as they beat Bengaluru FC 1-0 in an entertaining Indian Super League match on Thursday.
2017-12-21 18:03:00 Read More

PM Modi greets Virat, Anushka at their wedding reception

India cricket captain Virat Kohli and his wife Anushka Sharma are hosting first of the two grand reception ceremonies at the Taj Diplomatic Enclave in Delhi on Thursday.
2017-12-21 17:44:12 Read More

Sindhu to pick and choose tournaments in 2018

"There's no point blaming the BWF as the schedule is already made and nothing is going to change. Instead, what we can do is discuss with our coaches on what tournaments to play. Accordingly, we will play (in events) we want to and in a few tournaments the upcoming youngsters should go and play. It will give them exposure," Sindhu said.
2017-12-21 17:16:56 Read More

Ghaley beats Narang to win men's 50m rifle prone gold

Army Marksmanship Unit's Sushil Ghaley beat Olympic bronze medallist Gagan Narang to clinch the men's 50m Rifle Prone gold at the 61st National Shooting Championship Competitions on Thursday.
2017-12-21 15:17:50 Read More

Balotelli eyeing Manchester City return

Italian striker Mario Balotelli has revealed he would return to play for former club Manchester City for free.
2017-12-21 14:53:19 Read More

Balotelli eyeing Manchester City return

Italian striker Mario Balotelli has revealed he would return to play for former club Manchester City for free.
2017-12-21 14:53:19 Read More

Clasico hands Barcelona chance to open 14-point gap over Real Madrid

Real Madrid looked poised to sweep Barcelona away in La Liga after beating them so comprehensively in the Spanish Super Cup in August yet by the end of Saturday's 'Clasico' they could be a remarkable 14 points behind their bitter rivals.
2017-12-21 14:24:05 Read More

It's India's best bowling attack to tour South Africa: MSK Prasad

"I can't comment on the opposition bowling attack but from our perspective we have one of the best bowling attacks that has toured South Africa," chairman of selectors MSK Prasad told reporters on Thursday.
2017-12-21 14:05:56 Read More

ISL 2017 Live Score: Bengaluru FC vs Jamshedpur FC

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2017-12-21 14:01:43 Read More

Dwayne Bravo first to 400 T20 wickets

West Indies allrounder Dwayne Bravo became the first man to complete 400 wickets in Twenty20 cricket after recording match-winning figures of 5/28 for Melbourne Renegades in a Big Bash League match on Thursday.
2017-12-21 13:33:14 Read More

Giggs rules himself out of running for Swansea job

Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs has ruled himself out of the running for the vacant manager's job at Premier League strugglers Swansea following the dismissal of Paul Clement.
2017-12-21 13:20:55 Read More

When I saw Chandu sir's reaction, I was in tears: Gurbani

"I got quite emotional after getting the final wicket and saw Chandu sir's (Pandit's nickname) reaction tears came into my eyes. We have been following the same routine from the first match we played in the league stage against Punjab till today," Gurbani, who had a match haul of 12 wickets said.
2017-12-21 13:12:17 Read More

Bowling first will be a good option in Indore: Pitch curator

"It was cloudy here yesterday and there is same forecast for tomorrow. In that case, dew won't fall before 7:30 or 7:45 which means first 10 overs won't be affected by dew. Still, bowling first will be a good option for captain winning the toss," MPCA curator Samandar Singh Chouhan said.
2017-12-21 12:47:45 Read More

Batra, Mehta to act as official spokespersons of IOA

Indian Olympic Association President Narinder Batra and Secretary General Rajeev Mehta will also act as its official spokespersons, the national sports apex body said on Thursday.
2017-12-21 12:37:50 Read More

In Pics: Krunal Pandya's pre-wedding photoshoot

Cricketer Krunal Pandya is all set to marry girlfriend Pankhuri Sharma on December 27 and the allrounder has posted adorable pre-wedding pictures on his Instagram account.
2017-12-21 12:19:45 Read More

Birmingham named as 2022 Commonwealth Games host city

The English city of Birmingham was on Thursday confirmed as the host of the 2022 Commonwealth Games after a troubled bidding process.
2017-12-21 11:28:48 Read More

Birmingham named as 2022 Commonwealth Games host city

The English city of Birmingham was on Thursday confirmed as the host of the 2022 Commonwealth Games after a troubled bidding process.
2017-12-21 11:28:48 Read More

Suresh Raina clears Yo-Yo test

Months after he was reportedly snubbed from the Indian limited-overs team on account failing the Yo-Yo test, Suresh Raina has successfully cleared it at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru.
2017-12-21 11:28:35 Read More

Sachin Tendulkar fails to make maiden speech amid uproar

Soon after the House met at 2 p.m., Sachin Tendulkar rose to speak on the right to play and future of sports in India as part of a short duration discussion. But he could not speak amid noisy protests by the Congress members.
2017-12-21 10:54:27 Read More

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Tendulkar to lead Parliamentary discussion on sport

Cricket legend and nominated Member of Parliament Sachin Tendulkar is all set to make a debut of a different kind.
2017-12-21 07:23:50 Read More

Formidable India look to wrap up series against Sri Lanka

A dominant Indian team is expected to maintain its stranglehold on a miserable Sri Lanka and wrap up the three-match series when the two mismatched teams face off in the second Twenty20 International here tomorrow.
2017-12-21 06:52:45 Read More

Formidable India look to wrap up series against Sri Lanka

Ranji Trophy: Seven-wicket Rajneesh Gurbani bowls Vidarbha into first final

As he had done superbly in a four-wicket burst on the fourth evening in Pune, seam bowler Rajneesh Gurbani bowled excellently to take the three wickets required to seal a thrilling five-run win on Thursday.
2017-12-21 05:46:36 Read More

Makeover in store for IPL telecast

IPL's revenue model is about to undergo a massive change, players are set to earn more, Shane Warne is expected to return to the Rajasthan Royals, change in venues is expected and elaborate plans are in place for remodelling of fan parks and a lot more.
2017-12-21 04:52:02 Read More

Khelo India hits Railways hurdle over AC train concession

After Delhi's foggy weather forced the sports ministry to reschedule its ambitious programme, Khelo India Games, the under-17 tournament for school students from across the states has hit a fresh hurdle.
2017-12-21 04:45:54 Read More

Chahal, Kuldeep decimate Sri Lanka in India's record T20I win

Barabati Stadium on Wednesday evening was a place where Sri Lankan pacers found gripping the ball difficult and Jaydev Unadkat found it difficult to land his foot on the bowling crease because of dew but Yuzvendra Chahal and Kuldeep Yadav had no problems bowling all their variations.
2017-12-21 04:38:22 Read More

Bristol City dump holders Man Utd out of League Cup

Championship side Bristol City dumped Manchester United out of the League Cup on Wednesday, scoring with seconds remaining to beat the holders 2-1.
2017-12-21 04:09:57 Read More

Swansea sack manager Clement

Swansea City on Wednesday announced the sacking of manager Paul Clement, with the club rooted at the bottom of the Premier League.
2017-12-21 03:59:51 Read More

Kohli dislodges SRK as most valuable celebrity

Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli isn't just the most valuable player going around in world cricket, he's also India's most valuable brand with a celebrity value of $143 million.
2017-12-21 03:53:38 Read More

BCCI opposes Pakistan hosting ACC event

Pakistan's hopes of hosting the next Asian Emerging Nations Cup cricket in April next year is on hold - courtesy the Indian cricket board (BCCI). he BCCI's main grouse is that it was not consulted before announcing the venue for the event in which India are also supposed to take part.
2017-12-21 03:32:21 Read More

Been dropped, been back, still scoring runs: Gautam Gambhir

Gautam Gambhir feels he still belongs, and this is a good time to be Gautam Gambhir. The opener is basking in the warm afterglow of a century against Bengal in the Ranji Trophy semifinal, and celebrating Delhi's march into the final of India's premier first-class tournament after a decade.
2017-12-21 03:11:47 Read More

ISL: Mumbai City FC beat NorthEast FC 2-0

NorthEast United FC lost 0-2 to Mumbai City FC to suffer another home setback in Indian Super League at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium on Wednesday.
2017-12-20 18:01:54 Read More

Dhoni at No. 4 is ideal for India, says Rohit Sharma

"MSD (Dhoni), he's just class. No. 4 really paid off. He's played so many games for us, won so many games for us and moving forward, we feel making him bat at No. 4 is ideal," India captain Rohit Sharma said.
2017-12-20 17:53:03 Read More

Rahul, Chahal star in India's biggest T20 win, crush Sri Lanka by 93 runs

KL Rahul hit a classy half-century as India continued their domination over Sri Lanka to register a massive 93-run win, their biggest victory in T20 Internationals, in Cuttack on Wednesday.
2017-12-20 17:02:30 Read More

'Artist' Advani inspired by Federer's flair play

Pankaj Advani is one of the biggest draws at the 7th National 6-Red snooker championship being held here. As he took centre-stage on Wednesday, those who gathered to catch a glimpse of the 32-year-old were thoroughly entertained as Pankaj cruised past Abhimanyu Gandhi 4-0 in the campaign opener. As was expected, Pankaj looked in complete command from the start and never allowed his opponent to get his eye in.
2017-12-20 16:59:52 Read More

'Artist' Advani inspired by Federer's flair play

Left a piece of my heart in Donja, says Sachin Tendulkar

A day after he won the hearts of the people of his adopted village in Osmanabad, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar said on Wednesday he "left a piece of my heart in Donja".
2017-12-20 16:42:30 Read More

Gambhir backs Virushka on Italy marriage criticism

Out-of-favour India opener Gautam Gambhir on Wednesday said politicians shouldn't meddle into personal affairs of anyone, a day after national cricket team captain Virat Kohli and his wife Anushka Sharma were criticised by a BJP MLA for marrying in Italy.
2017-12-20 15:40:15 Read More

Ronaldo trailing in Messi's wake after mimicking celebration

The defining image of the previous 'Clasico' in the league last April was the sight of Lionel Messi defiantly showing the back of his shirt to the baying Real Madrid crowd after burying the winning goal to settle a thrilling contest 3-2 for Barcelona.
2017-12-20 15:15:17 Read More

Vijender Singh confident of ending 2017 on a high

Ace Indian boxer Vijender Singh on Wednesday exuded confidence of ending the year on a high note as he takes on African champion Ernest Amuzu of Ghana at the Sawai Man Singh Indoor Stadium on Saturday.
2017-12-20 14:13:51 Read More

For Saina Nehwal, fitness is now priority number one

"I am not challenging myself to win the Super Series because I have won a lot in the past, so I am not worried about that. But I have to get fitness at the right time, when I want to," Saina Nehwal said.
2017-12-20 14:03:13 Read More

No. 1 Test side India should win in every condition: Gambhir

"It's going to be a tough tour because South Africa is a very good side especially in their own backyard. They have got quality bowling, they have got quality batting. India really has to play well to beat them," Gautam Gambhir said.
2017-12-20 13:51:11 Read More

I don't lack motivation, won't call it quits, says Gautam Gambhir

For Gautam Gambhir, regarded one of the most complete batsmen in Indian cricket, what matters is "motivation" and the day he loses it, he won't shy away from calling it quits. Gambhir continues to turn up for Delhi, which made it to the final of the premier Ranji Trophy this season after 10 years.
2017-12-20 13:03:57 Read More

India's Prasad, Shaikh to officiate in 2018 Hockey World Cup

The International Hockey Federation (FIH) on Wednesday announced that 25 officials representing 19 countries from all five continents will officiate at the Hockey World Cup at the Kalinga Stadium from November 28 to December 16.
2017-12-20 12:42:55 Read More

I like bit of dictatorship but in positive way: Akhil Kumar

The outspoken Akhil Kumar on Wednesday called himself the kind of mentor who loves a bit of "dictatorship" while training promising boxers and emphasised on "will power and desire" to make it big in the ring.
2017-12-20 11:36:26 Read More

Saina Nehwal slams BWF for 'crammed' calendar

"Next year's schedule by BWF is too crammed, it is not right for the top players. I need more time to get the best out of me. I can't play back-to-back events. I can just participate but can't win," said Saina Nehwal on the sidelines of the inauguration of the Premier Badminton League (PBL).
2017-12-20 11:19:46 Read More

India vs Sri Lanka T20: When, where to watch India vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I

India vs Sri Lanka Live streaming: The bench strength is expected to be tested but India are unlikely to lower the intensity when they take on Sri Lanka in a three-match Twenty20 series starting on Wednesday, aiming to extend their dominance in the shortest format as well.
2017-12-20 10:59:53 Read More

Indiaâ€™s pace attack excellent, but SA tour will be about batting: Shastri

Speaking to a news channel, Shastri highlighted what he felt would be the reasons for India to head to South Africa confident of changing their overall numbers there.
2017-12-20 07:48:21 Read More

Navdeep Saini, from outsider to Delhiâ€™s Ranji spearhead

Saini's success over the past two-and-a-half months has been a big factor in Delhi reaching the Ranji final for the first time in a decade, when they last won the coveted title: 29 wickets in seven matches, second on the teamâ€™s bowling chart behind the left-arm spinner Vikas Mishraâ€™s 32.
2017-12-20 07:42:26 Read More

Alexa Bliss opens about her dream match and more

TOI Sports caught up with Alexa Bliss during WWEâ€™s India Live Supershow. Excerpts from the conversation:
2017-12-20 07:05:10 Read More

Alexa Bliss opens about her dream match and more

TOI Sports caught up with Alexa Bliss during WWEâ€™s India Live Supershow. Excerpts from the conversation:
2017-12-20 07:05:10 Read More

Gatlin agent says doping claims 'just big talk'

The agent at the centre of a investigation by a British newspaper into world 100 metres champion Justin Gatlin's entourage said Tuesday he invented a story about obtaining banned drugs to impress undercover reporters.
2017-12-20 05:07:49 Read More

City beats Leicester in shootout to reach League Cup semis

Manchester City kept its hopes of a quadruple alive as it beat Leicester 4-3 on penalties to reach the semifinals of the English League Cup on Tuesday.
2017-12-20 04:27:27 Read More

Former Wimbledon champ Bartoli announces comeback

Former Wimbledon champion Marion Bartoli announced her professional tennis comeback in a video posted to her Instagram account on Tuesday.
2017-12-20 04:14:06 Read More

India vs Sri Lanka: Dinesh Karthik keen to deliver at No 4

You can call it the curse of being a contemporary of legends. It is the curse that did not allow Stuart MacGill to play Test cricket for too long, has not let Andy Murray win more than three Grand Slam titles and has put paid to Dinesh Karthik's hopes of having a successful, long international career.
2017-12-20 04:01:20 Read More

Shooters voted for rule changes: Abhinav Bindra

Abhinav Bindra, chairman of the International Shooting Sports Federation's (ISSF) Athletes Committee, said on Tuesday that the decision to increase the number of shots in women's events to bring it at par with the men's events was done after receiving an overwhelming feedback from the shooters to bring about the rule change.
2017-12-20 03:52:07 Read More

Gary Kirsten set for stint with Royal Challengers Bangalore

The buzz is that the franchise has been in talks with the former India coach, who had previously headed the support staff of Delhi Daredevils.
2017-12-20 03:48:07 Read More

Mary Kom driven by Ali in bid for more boxing gold

Dubbed "Magnificent Mary" for a glittering career that has already inspired a Bollywood biopic, veteran Kom last month defied critics who wrote her off by winning a record fifth Asian women's championships title in Vietnam.
2017-12-20 03:43:20 Read More

Virat Kohli is Team India boss, Iâ€™m there to help out: Ravi Shastri

Ravi Shastri, coach of the Indian cricket team, has expressed immense satisfaction at the way Virat Kohli has matured both on and off the field, critically singling out how the Indian captainâ€™s development as batsman and human being has had a positive impact on the teamâ€™s fortunes.
2017-12-20 03:15:27 Read More

India look to continue winning run over Sri Lanka in first T20I

More than a decade ago in Johannesburg, when India played their first Twenty20 International rather reluctantly as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) was yet to realize the moneyspinning potential of the newest format, Dinesh Karthik was in the team. MS Dhoni was just an excitable youngster in that team.
2017-12-20 03:01:14 Read More

To succeed, you have to forget your last loss: P Gopichand

Pullela Gopichand visited the TOI office and spoke exclusively to us on why PV Sindhu's loss to Akane Yamaguchi rankled so much, the challenges of coaching and Sindhuâ€™s preparations for a busy 2018 badminton season.
2017-12-20 02:20:12 Read More

Dhoni, Barabati pitch attract attention

In the only T20I played on October 5, 2015 India collapsed for 92 to lose to South Africa. But in an ODI exactly 11 months ago, India and England aggregated more than 700 runs, with Dhoni and Yuvraj Singh's centuries helping the team to a narrow win after it notched up a mammoth 381 for six.
2017-12-19 15:46:47 Read More

Govt to privatise stadiums under SAI to improve service quality

"We are keenly thinking of privatising some of our stadia to have better operations in terms of delivering sports to the sportspersons. There was a general study on how the stadia can be improved. The fact is that there is need to improve the way stadia are administered," Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore said.
2017-12-19 15:18:24 Read More

Govt to privatise stadiums under SAI to improve service quality

Wildcards should be accepted to encourage shooters: Gagan Narang

There has been a string of fabulous performances from junior shooters in the ongoing National Shooting Championship at the National Games Shooting Range here.
2017-12-19 14:56:24 Read More

IPL auction on January 27, 28 in Bengaluru

"Since most of the capped players will be back in auction, it will be a mega auction that will be held in Bengaluru on January 27 and 28. Since Bengaluru has been hosting all previous auctions, that was the choice of franchises," a senior BCCI official said on Tuesday.
2017-12-19 14:49:17 Read More

Ramkumar, Yuki have potential to be top-100 players: Amritraj

Indian tennis great Vijay Amritraj on Tuesday said youngsters Ramanathan Ramkumar and Yuki Bhambri had improved a lot this year and have the potential to be top-100 players.
2017-12-19 14:10:50 Read More

I owe my life to Gautam Gambhir: Navdeep Saini

Soon after his decimation of Bengal in the Ranji Trophy semi-final, Delhi pacer Navdeep Saini said he owes his "life and success" to former India opener Gautam Gambhir.
2017-12-19 14:06:08 Read More

Arjun Tendulkar claims five wickets as Mumbai beat Railways

Batting great Sachin Tendulkar's son, Arjun, clicked with the ball for the third time in age-group cricket this season, his five-wicket haul paving the way for Mumbai's win over Railways in the U-19 Cooch Behar Trophy.
2017-12-19 13:14:47 Read More

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Babar Azam quashes comparison with 'big player' Virat Kohli

Pakistan middle-order batsman Babar Azam has played down his comparison with Indian skipper Virat Kohli, saying he should not be likened with such a 'big player'.
2017-12-19 13:10:56 Read More

Complex scheduling issues but no alternative: Gopichand

"Scheduling affects the entire world, not just India. But the fact that we have the Commonwealth and Asian Games, which are important, makes it a lot more complex for India," Gopichand told reporters on the sidelines of the launch of a sports foundation.
2017-12-19 12:45:45 Read More

Thisara Perera confident of bouncing back in T20s

Skipper Thisara Perera is confident of a Sri Lanka comeback in the T20 series against India, insisting that his side would look to "flush out" the negativity following defeats in the preceding Tests and ODIs.
2017-12-19 12:35:35 Read More

Delhi reach Ranji final with innings victory over Bengal

Delhi thrashed Bengal by an innings and 26 runs within three days to storm into the final of the Ranji Trophy 2017-18 at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium on Tuesday.
2017-12-19 12:17:25 Read More

India thrash Nepal 10-0 in SAFF U-15 Women's Championships

India Under-15 women's team scored five goals in each half to thrash Nepal 10-0 in a one-sided group encounter of the SAFF Women's Championship at Dhaka on Tuesday.
2017-12-19 12:02:37 Read More

Trainer Beard confident of Vijender's win

India's professional boxing ace Vijender Singh's trainer Lee Beard is confident of his knockout win against African middleweight champion from Ghana Ernest Amuzu on December 23 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.
2017-12-19 10:59:04 Read More

India back in World Series of Boxing from February

India will return to the International Boxing Association's (AIBA) semi-professional World Series of Boxing (WSB) in February next year with the country finding a place in the Asian group for the event's eighth season.
2017-12-19 10:40:21 Read More

Indian youngsters not perturbed anymore: Dinesh Karthik

Dinesh Karthik on Tuesday said the Indian team's uncapped players are not "perturbed" anymore and their IPL experience will hold them in good stead in the T20I series against Sri Lanka, starting on Wednesday.
2017-12-19 10:33:49 Read More

Gatlin 'shocked' by allegations about coach and an agent

World 100 metres champion Justin Gatlin says he is "shocked and surprised" by allegations in a British newspaper that his coach and an athletics agent offered to sell performance-enhancing drugs to undercover reporters.
2017-12-19 09:53:51 Read More

Confident of knockout win by Vijender: Lee Beard

Trainer Lee Beard is confident that Vijender Singh will knock out Ghana's Ernest Amuzu when the unbeaten Indian lock horns with the African middleweight champion in Jaipur on Saturday.
2017-12-19 09:25:13 Read More

Pujara grabs third spot in ICC Test Player Rankings

Cheteshwar Pujara, who has scored 4,396 runs at an average of 52.96 in 54 Tests, currently has 873 points in the list of Test batsmen, headed by Australia captain Steve Smith, who continued to top the rankings for almost two years.
2017-12-19 09:24:42 Read More

Smith reaches joint-second highest batting points ever

Top-ranked Steve Smithâ€™s phenomenal run has lifted him to new heights in the MRF Tyres ICC Test Player Rankings as he has moved closer towards Don Bradmanâ€™s highest-ever ranking points after a match-winning double-century in the third Test against England in Perth.
2017-12-19 09:18:45 Read More

SA welcome back De Villiers, Steyn and Philander for Zimbabwe Test

AB de Villiers, Dale Steyn and Vernon Philander will all make long-awaited returns for South Africa at Test level after being named in the 14-man squad for next week's day-night, inaugural four-day contest against Zimbabwe in Port Elizabeth.
2017-12-19 08:53:16 Read More

When 400 was not enough to avoid innings defeat

Test cricket, the longest format of the game, is also the most interesting one. Teams may put up an insane score but they may still end up being at the losing end.
2017-12-19 08:08:10 Read More

Dominant India eye another triumph in T20s vs Sri Lanka

The bench strength is expected to be tested but India are unlikely to lower the intensity when they take on Sri Lanka in a three-match Twenty20 series starting on Wednesday, aiming to extend their dominance in the shortest format as well.
2017-12-19 07:14:22 Read More

RAW results: First-ever womenâ€™s Royal Rumble announced

It was a huge week for RAW with Stephanie McMahon announcing the first ever Women's Royal Rumble, Brock Lesnar making his presence feel and finding out who he will be fighting at Royal Rumble. Also, NXT's popular star, Hideo Itami made his unexpected RAW debut
2017-12-19 06:34:01 Read More

RAW results: First-ever womenâ€™s Royal Rumble announced

Man City's De Bruyne close to new long-term deal: Reports

Premier League leaders Manchester City are close to agreeing a new long-term contract with Belgium midfielder Kevin de Bruyne, British media reported on Monday.
2017-12-19 04:49:57 Read More

Dortmund's Stoeger eyes Bayern scalp in German Cup

New Borussia Dortmund coach Peter Stoeger has his sights set on glory as his team prepares for a heavyweight round of 16 German Cup tie with Bayern Munich on Wednesday.
2017-12-19 04:45:56 Read More

Allardyce makes instant impact as Everton rise into top half

Everton manager Sam Allardyce's ability to quickly get teams out of relegation trouble is the defining characteristic of his management career but his impact at Goodison Park has been so swift he is already looking at a top-half finish.
2017-12-19 04:39:11 Read More

Juve president Agnelli's ticket scam ban reduced

Juventus president Andrea Agnelli saw his one-year ban over a ticket sales scandal ended after less than three months on Monday, following an appeal to the Italian Football Federation (FIGC).
2017-12-19 04:35:38 Read More

Juve president Agnelli's ticket scam ban reduced

La Liga chases Asian cash with early El Clasico kick-off

For the first time, Spanish football's showpiece event, El Clasico between giants Real Madrid and Barcelona, has been scheduled for a lunchtime kick-off (1200GMT) on Saturday as La Liga seeks to capture Asia's attention and its cash.
2017-12-19 04:23:41 Read More

Silva targets return as PSG mull winter moves

Paris Saint-Germain coach Unai Emery is hopeful captain Thiago Silva will return from injury for Wednesday's final match of the year at home to Caen before the French league heads into its winter break.
2017-12-19 04:19:46 Read More

Montreal cancels Formula E's season-ending races

The Formula E electric series said on Monday it was taking legal action after the Mayor of Montreal cancelled next year's two season-ending Canadian races.
2017-12-19 04:13:01 Read More

Ferrari could lead others out of F1, warns Marchionne

Ferrari could lead other Formula One teams into an alternative championship if the sport becomes too much like the U.S.-based NASCAR series but hope it does not come to that, chairman Sergio Marchionne has said.
2017-12-19 04:05:30 Read More

Russia in a rush to change World Cup pitch in Saint Petersburg

The troublesome pitch at the 2018 World Cup venue in Saint Petersburg will be relaid for a third time, officials said on Monday.
2017-12-19 03:49:19 Read More

England face postmortem after Ashes capitulation

England will have to make some tough decisions about the futures of some of their most decorated senior players after they were ruthlessly exposed by Australia in a 15-day Ashes capitulation.
2017-12-19 03:34:21 Read More

South Africa tour will be Indian pacers' biggest test

Indiaâ€™s present attack is now being compared to the worldâ€™s best in many quarters and Ganguly too is happy with their show. But at the same time he was not ready to jump to conclusions.
2017-12-19 03:29:24 Read More

The new Bradman? Quirky Smith rises to exalted heights

Steve Smith has broken English hearts and smashed records with his phenomenal Ashes batting and is being acclaimed as the best Australian batsman since the greatest of all, Don Bradman.
2017-12-19 03:21:49 Read More

Bumrah, Kohli key behind India's magnificent ODI run

India's recent One-day series win over Sri Lanka extended their best-ever win spree in the format to eight, between June 2016 and December 2017. A look at those who made it possible.
2017-12-19 02:46:41 Read More

Thomas tips Woods to have strong 2018 Masters

Justin Thomas reckons a healthy Tiger Woods will have a good chance of challenging at April's Masters, while at the same time reserving judgment over the 14-times major champion's comeback.
2017-12-19 02:45:25 Read More

Gatlin fires coach, faces new doping probe after report

World 100-metres champion Justin Gatlin, twice suspended for doping, could face another scandal after The Daily Telegraph reported Monday that members of his entourage offered to sell undercover reporters performance-enhancing drugs.
2017-12-19 02:29:57 Read More

Sigurdsson stunner for Everton sinks Swansea at Goodison

LIVERPOOL: Gylfi Sigurdsson's stunning goal against his former club maintained Everton's unbeaten record under Sam Allardyce with a 3-1 win on Monday that left Swansea rooted to the foot of the Premier League.
2017-12-19 02:16:42 Read More

I-League: Leaders Minerva Punjab beat Indian Arrows 1-0

Chencho Gyeltshen struck late into the game as Minerva Punjab beat an inexperienced Indian Arrows by a solitary goal to extended their lead at the top of the table in the I-League on Monday.
2017-12-18 17:09:16 Read More

Aryaman, Akarshi crowned champions in Junior National Badminton C'ships

Aryaman Tandon and Akarshi Kashyap registered comprehensive wins to run away with top honours in the U-19 boys' and girls' singles competition respectively in the 42nd Junior National Badminton Championships on Monday.
2017-12-18 17:00:57 Read More

Gender sensitive ISSF brings in new rules

With an aim to bring gender equality in shooting, the ISSF Administrative Council has decided to increase the numbers of shots in all women's events, starting next month.
2017-12-18 15:43:48 Read More

Suarez and Ronaldo hit top form in time for El Clasico

Barcelona striker Luis Suarez and Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo were heavily criticised during the opening phase of the season but the two forwards have hit their strides ahead of Saturday's El Clasico showdown between the two heavyweight clubs.
2017-12-18 14:20:51 Read More

Suspended Villar says Spain in danger of missing World Cup

The suspended president of the Spanish soccer federation, who is under investigation for corruption, tried Monday to stoke up fears that the country could be kicked out of the World Cup because of government interference.
2017-12-18 13:28:13 Read More

Senior England players have done 'next to nothing': Swann

Former England spinner Graeme Swann was critical of England's senior players who have done "next to nothing" as Australia regained the Ashes in Perth on Monday.
2017-12-18 13:16:50 Read More

Junior boxers claim six gold medals at German tournament

Indian junior boxers packed quite a punch at the fifth International Sven Lange Memorial Tournament, clinching six gold, four silver and a bronze medal to finish as overall champions in the German city of Schwerin.
2017-12-18 13:04:53 Read More

Ranji Trophy: Ton-up Nair ensures first innings lead for Karnataka

Vice-captain Karun Nair struck an unbeaten century to put former champions Karnataka in a strong position on the second day of their Ranji Trophy semifinal against Vidarbha at the Eden Gardens, on Monday.
2017-12-18 12:19:06 Read More

City 'planning talks' to extend Guardiola's contract

Manchester City are planning talks with manager Pep Guardiola at the end of the season as the Premier League leaders seek to tie him to a long-term deal, reports said on Monday.
2017-12-18 12:11:40 Read More

City 'planning talks' to extend Guardiola's contract

Root defends underperforming veterans after Ashes hiding

England captain Joe Root refused to blame his senior players for the tourists' stunning Ashes defeat but lamented his own failures to lead the way with the bat against Australia.
2017-12-18 12:08:35 Read More

Don't think Ajinkya Rahane's form is a concern: Sourav Ganguly

Ajinkya Rahane's wretched form will not be a big concern for the South Africa-bound Indian team, feels former captain Sourav Ganguly. Rahane has scored only 17 runs in five innings against Sri Lanka at home.
2017-12-18 11:58:49 Read More

India play to crush opponents, will win in SA: Rajput

Former Team India manager Lalchand Rajput feels that Virat Kohli and his men play with a crush-the-opponent approach and that itself would be enough for them to eke out an unprecedented Test triumph in South Africa next month.
2017-12-18 11:56:56 Read More

Rohit Sharma climbs to 5th spot in ICC ODI rankings

The right-handed batsman has gained two slots and crossed the 800-point mark for the first time after leading India to a 2-1 ODI series victory against Sri Lanka, according to a release by the ICC. However, there has been no change of positions in the ICC ODI Team Rankings.
2017-12-18 08:33:09 Read More

Australia reclaim Ashes with innings and 41-run win at WACA

Australia defeated England by an innings and 41 runs in the third Test at the WACA on Monday to reclaim the Ashes with two matches to spare. Australia dismissed England for 218 in their second innings before tea to take an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series
2017-12-18 07:59:13 Read More

Chanu shines in dope-free 2017 for Indian weightlifting

Mirabai Chanu was the historic success story of Indian weightlifting in a blemish-free 2017 in which the sport managed to stay clear of the dope scandals that have destroyed its credibility in the past.
2017-12-18 07:34:40 Read More

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West Indies pin hopes on Gayle force for New Zealand ODIs

The West Indies will hope short-form master Chris Gayle can inspire a misfiring batting line-up in the one-day international series against New Zealand starting on Wednesday.
2017-12-18 05:46:16 Read More

Eagle launches Thai Aphibarnrat into Masters

Thai Kiradech Aphibarnrat eagled the final hole at the Indonesian Masters on Sunday to earn a place in April's Masters, based on a world rankings projection.
2017-12-18 05:06:21 Read More

Statistical highlights of third India-Sri Lanka ODI in Vizag

India's winning streak of eight successive bilateral series is a new record for them. After losing 4-1 to Australia in Australia at the start of the last year, India have won each of the eight bilateral series they have played.
2017-12-18 04:56:48 Read More

Mourinho won't give up on catching City

Jose Mourinho insisted Manchester United will not give up on the Premier League title race after his side cut Manchester City's lead back to 11 points.
2017-12-18 04:54:59 Read More

Klopp sets sights on top four finish

Jurgen Klopp admits Manchester City will be almost impossible to catch at the top of the Premier League, but the Liverpool boss would happily settle for a top-four finish as a lucrative consolation prize.
2017-12-18 04:40:12 Read More

EPL: Rampant Liverpool crush Bournemouth

Mohamed Salah and Philippe Coutinho inspired Liverpool to a 4-0 victory at Bournemouth as the Reds powered back into the Premier League's top four on Sunday.
2017-12-18 04:39:02 Read More

Manchester City to offer Guardiola long-term deal - reports

Manchester City will hold talks with manager Pep Guardiola at the end of the season about extending his three-year deal, British media reported on Sunday.
2017-12-18 04:27:01 Read More

Brazilian star Kaka announces retirement

Former Brazilian World Cup champion Kaka announced his retirement as a player Sunday, suggesting that a management career at his old club AC Milan could be on the cards.
2017-12-18 04:21:43 Read More

Clash of Champions: AJ Styles beats Jinder Mahal

AJ Styles (c) beat Jinder Mahal to retain his title via submission while Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn def. Randy Orton & Shinsuke Nakamura to save their jobs.
2017-12-18 04:18:26 Read More

Eqypt's Elshorbagy beats his brother to win world squash title

Mohamed Elshorbagy of Egypt predicted a new era for squash after beating his younger brother Marwan on Sunday in the first final between siblings in the men's world championship.
2017-12-18 04:12:18 Read More

Red-hot City chase League Cup glory

With Manchester City romping away with the Premier League title race, this week's League Cup quarter-final action offers Pep Guardiola's side the chance to remain on course for a domestic treble.
2017-12-18 04:11:33 Read More

Griezmann 'blacked-up' photo sparks controversy

Atletico Madrid and France forward Antoine Griezmann was forced to remove a photograph from Twitter showing him blacked up and mimicking a Harlem Globetrotter basketball player after the post caused controversy on Sunday.
2017-12-18 03:49:23 Read More

Australia's Big Bash season set for greater heights

Australia's high-octane Big Bash League launches its seventh season on Tuesday with the whiz-bang Twenty20 cricket league looking to build on attendance and television ratings successes, with Perth Scorchers favourites to win another crown.
2017-12-18 03:35:44 Read More

Messi misses penalty as Barca win big to increase lead

Barcelona opened up an 11-point La Liga lead over Real Madrid ahead of next weekend's Clasico between the Spanish giants as Luis Suarez and Paulinho each scored twice in a 4-0 thrashing of Deportivo la Coruna on Sunday.
2017-12-18 03:18:27 Read More

3rd ODI: Dhawan, spinners ensure series win for India

The visitors lost their last eight wickets for 55 runs to be bowled out for 215 runs in 44.5 overs. Under lights, the hosts brushed aside the Lankan challenge with Shikhar Dhawan (100 not off 85 balls) cracking a century.
2017-12-18 03:12:48 Read More

3rd ODI: Kuldeep-Chahal combination continues to impress

It was the chinaman-legspin combination that led the Indian fightback with their crafty bowling baffling the Sri Lankan middle-order. The duo shared six wickets amongst themselves conceding 88 runs in 20 overs which shut the door on Lanka after they had got off to an impressive start.
2017-12-18 02:35:30 Read More

Robin strike provides ATK maiden win of season

Defending champions ATK scored their maiden victory in this year's Indian Super League when they got the better of Mumbai City FC 1-0 on Sunday.
2017-12-17 17:13:15 Read More

It's unfair to compare myself and Kuldeep with Ashwin and Jadeja: Chahal

Chahal, after his match-winning performance against Sri Lanka on Sunday, stressed it's "unfair to compare" himself and Kuldeep to the senior spin duo of Ashwin and Jadeja.
2017-12-17 16:47:52 Read More

Lukaku, Lingard strike as Man United beat West Brom

Goals from Romelu Lukaku and Jesse Lingard gave Manchester United a 2-1 win over West Bromwich Albion on Sunday as Jose Mourinho's men kept their faint title hopes alive.
2017-12-17 16:39:03 Read More

We need to maintain consistency abroad, says Rohit Sharma

India on Sunday recorded their eighth successive win in a bilateral series and stand-in captain Rohit Sharma said the team needs to maintain the consistency in the upcoming tours overseas.
2017-12-17 15:47:40 Read More

Anish outshines Olympians to bag maiden national gold

Anish Bhanwala, 15, outshone London Olympics silver medallist Vijay Kumar and Rio Olympics participant Gurpreet Singh to win gold in the men's 25m rapid fire at the 61st National Shooting Championship.
2017-12-17 15:45:46 Read More

Chennaiyin FC make comeback with 2-1 win over Bengaluru FC

Jeje Lalpekhlua and Dhanapal Ganesh helped Chennaiyin FC to pull off a thrilling 2-1 victory over Bengaluru FC in an ISL match at Sree Kanteerava Stadium on Sunday.
2017-12-17 15:18:40 Read More

Barcelona reach agreement with Griezmann: Reports

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu has met with the family of Atletico Madrid's star forward Antoine Griezmann ahead of a possible summer move, sports daily Mundo Deportivo reported on Sunday.
2017-12-17 14:03:30 Read More

Sushil, Sakshi win gold at Commonwealth Wrestling

Double Olympic medalist Sushil Kumar made a glorious return to the international arena by clinching a gold medal at the Commonwealth Wrestling Championships in Johannesburg, South Africa on Sunday.
2017-12-17 13:20:17 Read More

Ranji Trophy: Manoj, Sudeep dismissals peg Bengal back vs Delhi

Atrocious shot selection from skipper Manoj Tiwary and his deputy Sudeep Chatterjee saw Delhi take control of the proceedings, restricting Bengal to 273 for 7 on day one of the Ranji Trophy semifinal.
2017-12-17 13:08:15 Read More

India women blank Bhutan 3-0 in SAFF U-15 opener

India outclassed Bhutan 3-0 in the opening match of the inaugural SAFF U-15 Championship being held at the Mohammad Mostofa Kamal Stadium in Dhaka, on Sunday.
2017-12-17 13:05:13 Read More

Upul Tharanga completes 1,000 ODI runs in 2017

Sri Lanka opener Upul Tharanga joined India batsmen Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in scoring 1,000 runs in One-day Internationals this year during the course of his 95 in the third and final ODI here on Sunday.
2017-12-17 12:42:39 Read More

Milkha Singh advocates resumption of Indo-Pak sporting ties

Sprint legend Milkha Singh advocated resumption of sporting ties between India and Pakistan, as sports help in developing friendship between countries.
2017-12-17 12:41:24 Read More

Ranji Trophy: Karnataka-Vidarbha semifinal hangs in balance

Abhimanyu Mithun claimed a third five-for of the season as Vidarbha collapsed for 185 before Karnataka were left reeling at 36 for three on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy semi-final, here on Sunday.
2017-12-17 12:26:13 Read More

PV Sindhu settles for silver at BWF World Superseries Finals

Top Indian shuttler PV Sindhu suffered yet another final loss, going down fighting against World No. 2 Akane Yamaguchi of Japan in a pulsating women's singles summit clash of the BWF World Superseries Finals on Sunday.
2017-12-17 11:54:40 Read More

Live updates: India v Sri Lanka, 3rd ODI

Catch all the live updates from the series-deciding 3rd ODI between India and Sri Lanka in Vizag.
2017-12-17 10:05:15 Read More

3rd Test: Australia close to Ashes glory as England lose four wickets

Trailing by 259 runs in the first innings after Australia declared at 662 for nine, England were 132 for four when stumps was called early after a rain-interrupted final session, with Dawid Malan on 28 and Jonny Bairstow on 14, still behind by 127 runs.
2017-12-17 09:59:23 Read More

Ashes, 3rd Test: Day 4 in pictures

Ashes: Third Test, Day 4
2017-12-17 09:11:32 Read More

Bekele, Degitu victorious in Kolkata 25K marathon

Ethiopian long-distance runner and current world record and Olympic record holder Kenenisa Bekele strolled past the finish line in his maiden appearance at the Tata Steel Kolkata 25K marathon on Sunday.
2017-12-17 08:24:58 Read More

Boxing: Saunders dominates Lemieux to keep crown

Unbeaten Billy Joe Saunders threw down the gauntlet to four-belt champion Gennady Golovkin with a systematic dismantling of David Lemieux in his North American professional boxing debut on Saturday.
2017-12-17 07:09:23 Read More

BWF Finals Live: PV Sindhu vs Akane Yamaguchi

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2017-12-17 06:27:46 Read More

Where to watch India vs Sri Lanka, 3rd ODI, Vizag

India vs Sri Lanka Live streaming: An imposing line-up and an impeccable record in this port city make India the clear favourites as they seek to clinch another series win against Sri Lanka in the third and final one-day international on Sunday.
2017-12-17 05:58:34 Read More

Live: India vs Sri Lanka, 3rd ODI

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2017-12-17 05:36:47 Read More

De Bruyne is my Man City blueprint, says Guardiola

Pep Guardiola said Kevin De Bruyne incarnated Manchester City's future after the Belgian's sublime display inspired his side to an emphatic 4-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur.
2017-12-17 05:16:27 Read More

Hamsik equals Maradona's record as Napoli move to top

Marek Hamsik equalled Diego Maradona's record as Napoli's all-time top goalscorer as they took advantage of Inter Milan's first defeat of the season and moved top of Serie A with a 3-1 win at Torino on Saturday.
2017-12-17 04:54:42 Read More

SRK wires Rs 5 lakh to struggling Punjab boxer Kaur Singh

Actor Shah Rukh Khan on Saturday gave Rs 5 lakh to ailing boxing legend from Punjab Kaur Singh (69), who has been struggling to pay his medical bills.
2017-12-17 04:52:05 Read More

Neymar shines on return as PSG beat Rennes

Neymar starred on his return to the Paris Saint-Germain line-up after two games out with two goals and two assists in Saturday's 4-1 defeat of Rennes in Ligue 1.
2017-12-17 04:44:19 Read More

Anjum Moudgil waits on prize money from ministry

Chandigarh-based international shooter Anjum Moudgil is yet to receive the promised prize money of Rs 5 lakh that was assured to her by the Sports Ministry for winning double gold at the 2016 South Asian Games held in Guwahati.
2017-12-17 04:29:29 Read More

A modern day Di Stefano, Ronaldo wants to retire at Real

Cristiano Ronaldo insisted he wants to finish his playing career at Real Madrid after making more history with the goal that saw the Spanish giants crowned world champions on Saturday.
2017-12-17 04:15:20 Read More

BCCI contemplates e-auction of all rights

After taking a stand during the Indian Premier League (IPL) media rights tendering in August this year that an e-auction process for bidding would harm its interests from a revenue perspective, the Indian cricket board is finally warming up to the idea moving forward.
2017-12-17 03:52:36 Read More

Fernando Torres lifts Atletico above beaten Valencia

Atletico Madrid leapfrogged Valencia into second in La Liga thanks to Fernando Torres's first goal at the Wanda Metropolitano to edge out Alaves 1-0 on Saturday.
2017-12-17 03:40:21 Read More

Martin retracts 'special status' attack on Froome

Four-time world time trial champion Tony Martin on Saturday retracted his attack on under-fire star Chris Froome, who the German had accused of "special status" over an adverse drugs test.
2017-12-17 03:30:25 Read More

Ronaldo retains Club World Cup for Real Madrid

Cristiano Ronaldo's second-half free-kick ensured Real Madrid picked up a fifth trophy of 2017 by beating Gremio 1-0 in Abu Dhabi on Saturday to retain the Club World Cup.
2017-12-17 03:10:00 Read More

Ashes: England 132/4, trail Australia by 127 runs

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Shikhar Dhawan lauds 'chilled-out' skipper Rohit Sharma

Tendulkar and Ganguly were once regarded one of the most destructive opening pairs in limited-overs cricket. It seems Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan are starting to create a reputation for themselves as the 'demolition duo' at the top under all conditions.
2017-12-16 17:32:24 Read More

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Alonso free kick hands Chelsea victory over Southampton

Chelsea consolidated third place in the Premier League with a 1-0 win over Southampton at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, thanks to a Marcos Alonso goal.
2017-12-16 17:23:34 Read More

FC Goa outclass Delhi Dynamos to top ISL table

FC Goa outclassed hosts Delhi Dynamos 5-1 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Saturday to go on top of the table in the India Super League (ISL) season four.
2017-12-16 17:17:12 Read More

Athletics is backbone of all sports: Milkha Singh

Sprint legend Milkha Singh said athletics is the backbone of all games and asked the government to provide talented children with sporting facilities.
2017-12-16 16:36:07 Read More

Athletics is backbone of all sports: Milkha Singh

Sprint legend Milkha Singh said athletics is the backbone of all games and asked the government to provide talented children with sporting facilities.
2017-12-16 16:36:07 Read More

BWF Finals: PV Sindhu beats Chen Yufei to enter final

Olympic and World Championship silver medallist PV Sindhu continued her great run at the BWF World Superseries Finals in Dubai as she defeated teenager Chen Yufei of China in straight games on Saturday to enter the final.
2017-12-16 16:34:33 Read More

Kings XI's plea to shift base from Mohali rejected

Kings XI Punjab's request to the BCCI for allowing them to shift their base from Mohali to some other city - almost got the board's nod till a couple of governing council members intervened and scuttled the plan.
2017-12-16 15:26:25 Read More

Anjum wins fifth gold medal at National Shooting Championship

Anjum Moudgil continued her impressive run at the 61st National Shooting Championship Competitions, winning the individual and team gold medals in the women's 50m Rifle 3 Positions event on Saturday.
2017-12-16 14:19:22 Read More

Issued quick passport, boxer delivers on Sushma Swaraj's medal demand

No less than the External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj had demanded a medal from her and Indian junior boxer Jhalak Tomar delivered on it, claiming a silver at the Valeria Demyanova Memorial International Tournament in Ukraine.
2017-12-16 13:52:53 Read More

Mitchell Marsh completes family hat-trick of Ashes centuries

Under pressure, undervalued and ultimately underestimated, recalled allrounder Mitchell Marsh scored his maiden Test century at the WACA on Saturday to complete a rare family set of Ashes tons.
2017-12-16 13:02:14 Read More

Abhinav Bindra and SAI launch Targeting Performance Centre

The next generation of Indian sportspersons is set to be home grown in Bengaluru, with the launch of the new Sports Authority of India (SAI)-Abhinav Bindra Targeting Performance Centre at the Padukone-Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence.
2017-12-16 12:46:04 Read More

Knee injury forces Sania Mirza to miss Australian Open

Indian tennis star Sania Mirza said on Saturday that she will not be taking part in the Australian Open early next year due to a right knee injury.
2017-12-16 11:24:20 Read More

Hoping to do something special in familiar conditions: Perera

Smarting from Rohit Sharma's onslaught, Sri Lanka skipper Thisara Perera said they were well prepared for the ODI series decider against India and would look to do "something special" in conditions similar to those back home.
2017-12-16 10:55:45 Read More

Shikhar Dhawan says batsmen learning from mistakes

Indian batsmen have been found wanting against the moving ball of late but Shikhar Dhawan insisted that they have learnt from the mistakes made in Dharamsala and Kolkata. He further said that he loves Visakhapatnam, having done well in the Deodhar Trophy to fight his way back into the national team.
2017-12-16 10:45:51 Read More

3rd Test: Smith, Marsh put England to the sword

An epic and unbeaten 301-run stand by home captain Steve Smith and Mitchell Marsh struck a heavy blow against England's hopes of keeping the Ashes out of Australian hands on day three of the third Test at the WACA on Saturday.
2017-12-16 10:25:10 Read More

Ashes, Third Test: Day 3 in pictures

Ashes: Third Test, Day 3
2017-12-16 09:44:06 Read More

Disney-Fox deal adds intrigue to Indian sports broadcasting market

$52 billion Disney-Fox deal adds further intrigue to the heated Indian sports broadcasting market.
2017-12-16 09:41:39 Read More

Smith hits double century in third Ashes Test

Australian captain Steve Smith's incredible year continued as he notched his second Test double century on the third day of the third Ashes Test against England at the WACA Ground on Saturday.
2017-12-16 09:10:43 Read More

Liverpool boss Klopp tips City for title, aims to be 'best of the rest'

Manchester City are clear favourites to win the Premier League title after their winning run and Liverpool must target to be the best of the rest, manager Juergen Klopp has said.
2017-12-16 07:57:22 Read More

Liverpool boss Klopp tips City for title, aims to be 'best of the rest'

Ranji semi-final: It's Bengal bowling vs Delhi batting

Mohammed Shami's guile coupled with Ashok Dinda's consistency will be countered by Gautam Gambhir's experience and Rishabh Pant's exuberance when Bengal square off with Delhi in a Ranji Trophy semi-final here tomorrow. The match can be safely termed a fight between one of the most potent domestic new ball attacks in the country and a batting line-up that has players who can win matches on their own on a given day. An encouraging piece of statistic for Bengal is that they have never ever conceded a first-innings lead against Delhi from 2009-10 season. And not to forget the bitter sweet relation between Bengal captain Manoj Tiwary and Gambhir, who have had their share of run-ins in the past. India's craftiest red ball bowler Shami will get some serious match time against Gambhir, who has been there and done that for Delhi on numerous occasions. At 36 and with no realistic chance of playing for India again, Gambhir remains an intense cricketer, who has notched up 505 runs this
2017-12-16 07:41:29 Read More

Rivals must find way to challenge Man City, says Conte

Manchester City's top rivals must find a way to challenge the runaway Premier League leaders, Chelsea manager Antonio Conte has said.
2017-12-16 07:30:13 Read More

3rd ODI: India eye series win at fortress Visakhapatnam

VISAKHAPATNAM: An imposing line-up and an impeccable record in this port city make India the clear favourites as they seek to clinch another series win against Sri Lanka in the third and final one-day international on Sunday.
2017-12-16 07:26:49 Read More

Pique keen on Guardiola reunion in Champions League final

Barcelona defender Gerard Pique says his former boss Pep Guardiola is achieving "amazing" things at Manchester City and would like the two sides to meet in the Champions League final.
2017-12-16 07:03:18 Read More

Williams put off driver announcement to New Year

Formula One team Williams have put off until the New Year an announcement on who will partner Canadian teenager Lance Stroll next season.
2017-12-16 06:48:28 Read More

Benitez supports players' decision to cancel Christmas party

Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez has backed his players' decision to cancel their annual Christmas party in an effort to focus on reviving their season.
2017-12-16 06:48:22 Read More

Beijing unveils Winter Olympics emblems with fanfare

China unveiled emblems for the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics and Paralympics inspired by Chinese calligraphy on Friday, in a star-studded ceremony featuring songs from actor Jackie Chan and pianist Lang Lang.
2017-12-16 05:38:09 Read More

Monaco hit four to stay in PSG chase

Reigning French champions Monaco eased past struggling Saint-Etienne 4-0 on Friday to stay on PSG's tail with the highly coveted Fabinho and Thomas Lemar among the scorers.
2017-12-16 04:51:28 Read More

ISL 2017: Spat with coach could see Doutie leave Jamshedpur

After falling out with coach Steve Coppell, Jamshedpur FC's Sameehg Doutie is set to be sold by Indian Super League (ISL) new entrants in the January transfer window.
2017-12-16 04:48:39 Read More

Mourinho ready to cut fringe players

Jose Mourinho will allow any unhappy fringe player to leave Manchester United in the January transfer window, which will spark speculation over the futures of the likes of Henrikh Mkhitaryan.
2017-12-16 04:22:56 Read More

BWF World Superseries Finals: Sindhu faces Yufei in semis

Ace Indian shuttler PV Sindhu will face China's eighth-ranked Chen Yufei in the women's singles semi-finals of the BWF Dubai World Superseries Finals to be played at the Hamdan Sports Complex in Dubai on Saturday.
2017-12-16 04:06:56 Read More

Athletes denied food supplements over payments

Indian athletes, preparing for next year's Commonwealth and Asian Games, are caught in an ego tussle between the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and Athletics Federation of India (AFI) over the release of money for food supplements.
2017-12-16 03:54:05 Read More

Mourinho faces Ibrahimovic dilemma for West Brom clash

Jose Mourinho must decide whether now is the time to recall Zlatan Ibrahimovic to his starting line-up as Manchester United prepare to visit West Brom in the Premier League on Sunday.
2017-12-16 03:45:37 Read More

Will DRS make its debut in IPL XI?

BCCI's scepticism for the Decision Review System (DRS) seems a thing of the past. After implementing the system in home international matches, it seems the Board is planning to launch it in the Indian Premier League.
2017-12-16 03:37:44 Read More

Will DRS make its debut in IPL 2018?

Syrian refugee's dream comes true with Messi meeting

A young Syrian refugee's dreams came true when she met Lionel Messi and his Barcelona teammates after the club invited her to attend a La Liga match earlier this month.
2017-12-16 03:33:09 Read More

Vizag could be last chance for Karthik, Pandey after Iyer makes strong case

The final ODI offers the trio â€” â€‹Dinesh Karthik, Manish Pandey and Shreyas Iyerâ€‹ â€” one last chance to make a strong impression and if they do so, India won't mind at all.
2017-12-16 03:10:51 Read More

Ashes 2017, 3rd Test, Day 3: Live Score of Australia vs England

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Srikanth & Co can win Olympic medals: Kashyap

Even as Kidambi Srikanth made an early exit from the Dubai Super Series Final owing to his second consecutive loss on Thursday, it couldn't take the gloss off what has been a breakthrough year for the 24-year-old.
2017-12-15 17:30:03 Read More

Kerala Blasters beat NorthEast United 1-0 in ISL

CK Vineeth scored the only goal as Kerala Blasters defeated NorthEast United FC 1-0 to register their maiden win in the ongoing Indian Super League (ISL) season on Friday.
2017-12-15 17:28:43 Read More

FIFA worried about government interference in Spain

Concerned about the independence of the Spanish soccer federation, FIFA said Friday it will send a delegation to the country to investigate government meddling.
2017-12-15 17:24:02 Read More

FIFA worried about government interference in Spain

Concerned about the independence of the Spanish soccer federation, FIFA said Friday it will send a delegation to the country to investigate government meddling.
2017-12-15 17:24:02 Read More

Ravindra Jadeja hits six sixes in an over in Inter-District game

Out of favour in T20 cricket, Ravindra Jadeja showed glimpses of his utility in the shortest format as he hit six sixes in an over during a recent Inter-District T20 tournament match organised by Saurashtra Cricket Association.
2017-12-15 17:19:31 Read More

Kumble-Kohli feud akin to Nayudu-Mankad skirmish of '52: Guha

Clash of egos is not new in Indian cricket and former CoA member Ramachandra Guha is of the opinion that the fallout between former coach Anil Kumble and Virat Kohli was similar to what happened between erstwhile captain Vinoo Mankad and chief selector CK Naydu in 1952.
2017-12-15 15:51:15 Read More

BWF Finals: Sindhu beats Yamaguchi to top group

Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu finished her group stage of the BWF World Superseries Finals in style on Friday as she defeated the top seed Akane Yamaguchi of Japan in straight games to remain unbeaten in the tournament.
2017-12-15 14:19:53 Read More

Guardiola and Salah win November Premier League awards

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was named November's Premier League manager of the month for his third straight award while red-hot Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah became the first Egyptian to win the player of the month award.
2017-12-15 14:11:10 Read More

ISL 2017 Live: Kerala Blasters FC vs NorthEast United FC

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Malinga not picked in Sri Lanka squad for India T20 series

Veteran speedster Lasith Malinga has not been picked in the Sri Lanka T20 squad for the three-match series against India, starting December 20.
2017-12-15 13:59:40 Read More

FIFA watchdog bans Brazilian soccer chief Del Nero for 90 days

FIFA's ethics watchdog has provisionally banned Marco Polo Del Nero, the head of Brazil's soccer association, for 90 days, the organisation said on Friday.
2017-12-15 13:27:53 Read More

Stuttering Delhi Dynamos face in-from FC Goa in ISL

A struggling Delhi Dynamos face an uphill task to halt their run of losses as they take on a rampaging FC Goa in the Indian Super League (ISL) on Saturday.
2017-12-15 13:10:04 Read More

Bairstow plays down headbutt celebration

England's Jonny Bairstow played down his "light-hearted" celebration on Friday after he welcomed his Ashes century by mimicking a headbutt - a reference to a controversy which threatened to overshadow his series.
2017-12-15 12:37:35 Read More

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Justin Rose retains lead at storm-hit Indonesian Masters

England's Justin Rose retained the clubhouse lead after a curtailed second round at the storm-hit Indonesian Masters on Friday, as Thailand's Kiradech Aphibarnrat vaulted to second on the leaderboard.
2017-12-15 12:35:29 Read More

BWF Finals: Kidambi Srikanth vs Shi Yuqi

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I will leave Vijender beaten and broken: Ernest Amuzu

African champion Ernest Amuzu has threatened to leave Indian star boxer Vijender Singh "beaten and broken" when they clash at Sawai Mansingh Indoor Stadium in Jaipur on December 23.
2017-12-15 10:57:02 Read More

3rd Test: Smith holds firm as Australia rein in England

Jonny Bairstow kept his head with a fine century for England but Steve Smith showed a captain's poise to guide Australia to 203 for three at the close of day two of the third Ashes Test on Friday.
2017-12-15 10:54:21 Read More

Shiva's tale: Indian luger vies for a 6th Olympic trip

Shiva Keshavan is probably not going to medal at the Pyeongchang Olympics.
2017-12-15 10:32:55 Read More

Sehwag becomes Afridi's hat-trick victim in T10 opener

Former Pakistan skipper Shahid Afridi's hat-trick lit up the opening night of the inaugural T10 League, helping his Pakhtoons side beat the Virender Sehwag-led Maratha Arabians by 25 runs.
2017-12-15 10:00:19 Read More

My son has never been to UK or Australia: Joban's dad

In a sting operation conducted by British tabloid 'The Sun', Sobers Joban, along with another alleged bookie Priyank Saxena, are seen claiming that they can fix Ashes Test match in lieu of 140,000 pounds.
2017-12-15 09:37:32 Read More

Ashes, third Test: Day 2 in pictures

Ashes: Third Test, Day 2
2017-12-15 09:37:01 Read More

Angelo Mathews fit for series decider against India

Angelo Matthews, who suffered from cramps during his unbeaten century knock in the second ODI at Mohali on December 13, bowled and batted as the Sri Lanka cricket team hit the ground running by taking part in a training session on Friday.
2017-12-15 09:01:57 Read More

Record-breaker Guardiola relishes Spurs test

Pep Guardiola's hunger to make history with Manchester City remains undiminished after his side became the first in the history of the English top flight to win 15 successive games.
2017-12-15 06:25:00 Read More

Wenger desperate for win in race for Champions League places

Arsene Wenger knows Arsenal cannot afford another slip-up when they face Newcastle at the Emirates Stadium aiming to end a damaging run of three Premier League games without a win.
2017-12-15 06:17:26 Read More

Wenger desperate for win in race for Champions League places

In Manchester City's shadow, top-four scrap begins

With Pep Guardiola's record-breaking Manchester City team galloping away towards the Premier League title, attention is starting to shift to the jostling for Champions League positions.
2017-12-15 06:06:45 Read More

Champions League hurting Chelsea's chances: Hazard

Eden Hazard admits Chelsea are experiencing a more gruelling December than during last season's Premier League title-winning campaign because of the club's involvement in the Champions League.
2017-12-15 05:48:44 Read More

Pulisic makes history as US men's footballer of the year

Christian Pulisic won US Soccer's Male Player of the Year award for 2017 in a landslide, becoming at 19 the youngest footballer to earn the honor.
2017-12-15 05:10:47 Read More

Prannoy, Srikanth are strong in attack: Viktor Axelsen

World champion Viktor Axelsen made a lot of effort to learn Mandarin. Watching the Chinese dominate the sport, Axelsen thought the best way to gain expertise in badminton was to learn their language.
2017-12-15 04:31:56 Read More

Know about Ashes match-fixer Sobers Joban

One of the two alleged match-fixers in the Ashes match-fixing expose by British tabloid â€˜The Sunâ€™ is Sobers Joban, a former Indian cricket player who represented the states of Himachal and Delhi in age-group cricket. So, who exactly is this Sobers Joban. Hereâ€™s everything you need to know about this 31-year-old.
2017-12-15 04:30:52 Read More

Russia's dope ban is good for sport: Mike Powell

Twenty-six years after he broke Bob Beamon's long jump record with 8.95m at the 1991 Tokyo World Championships, the legend of Mike Powell lives on. Powell's gigantic feat also ended Carl Lewis' domination of the event in the post Beamon era.
2017-12-15 04:09:17 Read More

Retired Hewitt takes tilt at Australian Open doubles

Former world number one Lleyton Hewitt will come out of retirement to play doubles at next month's Australian Open in Melbourne, reports said Friday.
2017-12-15 04:05:45 Read More

Playing Pak not in our hands, we cannot be penalized for it: Johri

"We didn't want a structure in place where one team is penalized for no fault of theirs. If India doesn't play a home or away bilateral series with Pakistan until the central government clears the way forward, we had to take into account that the team cannot be penalised for sharing of points in the Test championship structure," BCCI CEO Rahul Johri said.
2017-12-15 03:36:48 Read More

Where and how to watch live streaming of 3rd Ashes Test, Day 2, Australia vs England

Ashes 2017: A crisp Dawid Malan century, a gritty 75 by Jonny Bairstow and a fighting half-century from Mark Stoneman were on display on the first day of the third Test at the WACA in Perth. The second day has the prospect of a double hundred stand and a ton for the English wicketkeeper.
2017-12-15 02:57:33 Read More

Live Score: 3rd Ashes Test, Australia v England, Day 2, Perth

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2017-12-15 02:32:16 Read More

Indian cricketers may get 100% salary hike

Indian cricketers are set for a huge pay hike, with the salaries of top players as well as domestic ones likely to double in the coming season. The Supreme Court-appointed Committee of Administrators (CoA) is working on a formula to add Rs 200 crore to the existing corpus of Rs 180 crore in this season to provision for the hike next season.
2017-12-14 21:31:10 Read More

FA asks Mourinho to explain pre-derby comments

England's Football Association has asked Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho to explain comments he made in the build-up to last weekend's 2-1 derby defeat by Manchester City.
2017-12-14 17:57:58 Read More

Shillong Lajong hold depleted Mohun Bagan to 1-1 draw

Less-fancied Shillong Lajong held favourites but depleted Mohun Bagan to a 1-1 draw in an I-League encounter at the Salt Lake Stadium, here on Thursday.
2017-12-14 16:53:20 Read More

Elavenil wins 10m air rifle national title

Ahmedabad girl Elavenil Valarivan, 18, shocked many on the second day of the 61st National Shooting Championships (rifle/pistol) by clinching the senior women's 10m air rifle gold on Thursday.
2017-12-14 16:36:25 Read More

BWF Finals: PV Sindhu enters semis, Kidambi Srikanth out

Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu has assured herself a semi-final spot at the Dubai World Superseries Finals on Thursday after registering second straight Group A win.
2017-12-14 15:31:20 Read More

Gaganjeet Bhullar best Indian at 8th place in Jakarta

Gaganjeet Bhullar was the best placed Indian at the Indonesian Masters on Thursday as he fired a bogey-free five-under 67 to position himself inside top-10 at the end of the first round.
2017-12-14 14:50:27 Read More

Sushil Kumar all set for Commonwealth Championship

Two-time Olympic medallist Sushil Kumar is all set to prove his mettle at the Commonwealth Wrestling Championship, to be held in Johannesburg from December 15-17.
2017-12-14 14:33:30 Read More

Mehuli Ghosh wins 8 gold medals at National Shooting Championship

Talented Bengal shooter Mehuli Ghosh won as many as eight gold medals including four in the team event at the ongoing 61st National Shooting Championship Competitions (61st NSCC) on Thursday.
2017-12-14 14:30:23 Read More

Prithvi Shaw signs up with MRF

India under-19 captain Prithvi Shaw will become the latest cricketer to sport the famous 'MRF' logo on his bat when he comes out to bat in the under-19 World Cup in New Zealand next January.
2017-12-14 14:14:27 Read More

Day-night Test cricket is inevitable: Sourav Ganguly

KOLKATA: Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Friday said day-night Test cricket is inevitable as the longer version of the game is fighting for survival because of poor turnouts.
2017-12-14 14:13:52 Read More

Sourav Ganguly likely in FTP working group

The working group of the BCCI on ICC Futures Tours & Programme (FTP) will have former India captain Sourav Ganguly in all likelihood, while CEO Rahul Johri will only be included if COA puts pressure on the office-bearers.
2017-12-14 14:06:44 Read More

ISL 2017 Live: FC Pune City vs Bengaluru FC

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Dawid Malan urges England to capitalise in Perth Test

Dawid Malan said it was time for England to pile the pressure on Australia after his maiden Test century helped the besieged visitors fight back on the opening day of the vital third Ashes Test in Perth on Thursday.
2017-12-14 13:39:34 Read More

Dawid Malan urges England to capitalise in Perth Test

FIH chief Narinder Batra elected unopposed as IOA president

International Hockey Federation (FIH) chief Narinder Batra was on Thursday elected unopposed as the president of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), while Rajeev Mehta was re-elected secretary general for a four-year term.
2017-12-14 12:45:59 Read More

Chris Froome 'not ashamed' of using asthma inhaler

Chris Froome has said his use of an inhaler is "not something to be ashamed of" after a urine test at the Vuelta a Espana in September showed excess levels of an asthma medication.
2017-12-14 11:57:11 Read More

Dawid Malan's maiden Test century lifts England in Perth

A maiden Test century by Dawid Malan helped England fight back to 305 for four at stumps in the opening day of the vital third Ashes clash on Thursday.
2017-12-14 11:15:31 Read More

Live Superseries Finals: Kidambi Srikanth vs Chou Tien-chen

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Ashes, 3rd Test: Day 1 in pictures

â€‹Ashes: Third Test, Day 1
2017-12-14 10:27:08 Read More

Anushka thanks Rohit Sharma for post-marriage advise

Virat Kohli might be away celebrating his new innings with wife Anushka Sharma, but stand-in skipper Rohit Sharma, who scored his third ODI double century, had a word of advice for the newly-wed couple.
2017-12-14 08:48:51 Read More

Anushka thanks Rohit Sharma for post-marriage advice

Find out how high does Rohit Sharma rate his 208

After the match, Rohit Sharma was interviewed by Team India head coach Ravi Shastri for bcci.tv and the opener revealed what different did he do this time around after missing out in Dharamsala.
2017-12-14 08:17:56 Read More

Vikas Dahiya willing to bide his time

For a young boy who bunked school and was never sound academically, Dahiya comes across as a person with clear priorities.
2017-12-14 05:45:03 Read More

Arsenal held by improving West Ham

Arsenal lost ground on their rivals for a Premier League top-four place after a 0-0 draw at London Stadium on Wednesday that left West Ham United stuck in the relegation places.
2017-12-14 05:26:19 Read More

West Brom frustrate Liverpool but set unwanted record

Liverpool suffered a frustrating night as a sturdy West Brom side held them to a goalless draw at Anfield and climbed out of the Premier League relegation zone on goal difference.
2017-12-14 05:10:55 Read More

Returning Bale rescues Real Madrid from Al Jazira upset

Gareth Bale came off the bench to book Real Madrid's place in the Club World Cup final as the European champions recovered from the shock of going behind to beat Emirati champions Al Jazira 2-1 on Wednesday.
2017-12-14 04:59:53 Read More

2nd ODI: Rohit's third double flattens Sri Lanka

As Rohit (unbeaten 208 off 153b) jabbed a back of a length delivery towards the mid-wicket region in the final over of the Indian innings and ran a quick double to complete his third double century, he let out a scream and leapt in the air.
2017-12-14 04:51:39 Read More

Match-fixing, betting scandals in cricket

â€˜The Sunâ€™ expose on bookies trying to fix the ongoing third Ashes Test being played at Perth, has now become the latest fixing incident to mar the sport of cricket. Two bookmakers allegedly offered to sell details of rigged periods of play which could be bet on to win huge sums, The Sun reported. One of them claimed to have worked on the scam with former and current internationals including a World Cup-winning all-rounder.
2017-12-14 04:49:07 Read More

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Match-fixing, betting scandals in cricket

Lukaku helps Manchester United over derby hangover

Romelu Lukaku's 14th goal of the season got Manchester United back to winning ways in a 1-0 victory over Bournemouth on Wednesday following their derby defeat by Manchester City.
2017-12-14 04:44:26 Read More

Silva shines as Manchester City power to record 15th successive win

Manchester City powered to a Premier League record 15th successive victory as David Silva's double inspired a 4-0 demolition of rock-bottom Swansea on Wednesday.
2017-12-14 04:29:02 Read More

Controversies have made me what I am: Vijender

Turning professional was a â€œvery toughâ€ decision for boxer Vijender Singh. More so, because of the critics who were against this move.
2017-12-14 04:21:07 Read More

Patriotâ€™ Tai a tough nut to crack

Tai Tzu, the most consistent shuttler, will be representing Ahmedabad Smash Masters in the Premier Badminton League (PBL) this year.
2017-12-14 03:38:17 Read More

Where and how to watch live streaming of 3rd Ashes Test

Trailing 0-2 in the series, England captain Joe Root won the toss and opted to bat against Australia in the third Test at the WACA in Perth. Here are the details of when, where and how to watch the 3rd Ashes Test, Day 1, between Australia and England in Perth online
2017-12-14 03:00:45 Read More

Batra set to be elected IOA president

FIH president Narinder Batra is all set to be elected as the president of the Indian Olympic Association on Thursday after the Delhi High Court refused to interfere with the IOA elections on a petition filed by sports activist Rahul Mehra.
2017-12-14 02:49:12 Read More

Help pours in for ailing Kaur Singh

People from across Punjab and Delhi reached out to help former national boxing champion and retired army man from Punjab, Kaur Singh after it was known that he was suffering from cardiac trouble and was struggling to clear his Rs 2 lakh medical bills.
2017-12-14 02:42:05 Read More

Help pours in for ailing Kaur Singh

Live score: 3rd Ashes Test, Australia v England, Day 1

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Fixing claims rock Ashes series

Two bookmakers, including an Indian "Mr Big", allegedly offered to sell details of rigged periods of play which could be bet on to win huge sums, The Sun reported. One of them claimed to have worked on the scam with former and current internationals including a World Cup-winning all-rounder.
2017-12-14 02:27:13 Read More

Ganguly pitches for day-night Tests at home

Sources told TOI that Ganguly is worried that some of the associations are not making any significant amount of money from hosting Tests other than the fact that Tests are being played in front of generally empty stands.
2017-12-14 02:26:04 Read More

Tai Tzu, the player who knows the secret of beating Sindhu and Saina

The 23-year-old Chinese Taipei girl won five titles this year and is the No.1 in women's singles since December 2016.
2017-12-13 17:37:53 Read More

IPL: Hodge to coach Kings XI Punjab for 3 years

Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kings XI Punjab on Wednesday signed former Australia batsman Brad Hodge as head coach on a three-year contract. The head coach's job was informally held by Sehwag after Team India batting coach Sanjay Bangar resigned in December 2016.
2017-12-13 17:14:51 Read More

Statistical highlights of second India-Sri Lanka ODI

Rohit Sharma's superb unbeaten innings of 208 is the second highest by a captain in ODIs - the highest being 219 by Virender Sehwag vs West Indies at Indore on December 8, 2011.
2017-12-13 17:10:07 Read More

This year has been the best of my career: Rohit

Rohit, who smashed his third double hundred in ODIs, has scored seven hundreds this year (six in ODIs and one in Tests) marking a successful return to international cricket following a thigh surgery last November.
2017-12-13 17:02:32 Read More

Aubameyang puts Lamborghini up for sale

Borussia Dortmund fans can now drive off in one of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's distinctive luxury sports cars after the Gabon international put it on the market for 279,980 euros ($329,096).
2017-12-13 16:44:40 Read More

Horn retains WBO welterweight title with TKO win over Corcoran

Australian Jeff Horn retained his World Boxing Organisation welterweight title with an 11th round TKO win over English challenger Gary Corcoran in Brisbane on Wednesday.
2017-12-13 16:32:02 Read More

Sachin named Asian Boxing Confederation's youth boxer of year

World youth champion Sachin Siwach was on Thursday named the Asian Boxing Confederation's best youth boxer of the year after winning an online poll conducted by the continental body.
2017-12-13 15:42:05 Read More

BWF Finals: PV Sindhu wins opener, Kidambi Srikanth loses

Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu made a positive start to her campaign in women's singles but Kidambi Srikanth suffered a straight game loss on the opening day of the $1 million Dubai Super Series Finals
2017-12-13 15:40:07 Read More

Batra set to be elected as IOA chief, Mehta secretary general

International Hockey Federation (FIH) chief Narinder Batra is set to be elected as the president of Indian Olympic Association (IOA) during its Annual General Body Meeting on Thursday.
2017-12-13 15:32:19 Read More

I-League: Aizawl FC beat Churchill 1-0 at home

Defending champion Aizawl FC defeated Churchill Brothers by a solitary goal to garner full three points from their first home match of the ongoing Hero I-League on Wednesday.
2017-12-13 15:08:47 Read More

Double hundred is an anniversary gift to my wife: Rohit

India stand-in skipper Rohit Sharma dedicated his third double century to his wife Ritika Sajdeh on the occasion of their second marriage anniversary on Wednesday. "I'm happy my wife is here with me on this special day. I know she would have liked this gift from me. She has been my strength. She has always been there for me. You go through so much stress in this sport, and having them around is always special," Rohit said at the post-match press conference.
2017-12-13 14:57:23 Read More

ATF chief Anil Khanna nominated for 4 key posts in ITF

Asian Tennis Federation (ATF) president Anil Khanna has been nominated for four key positions of the International Tennis Federation (ITF) for a two-year term.
2017-12-13 11:23:02 Read More

LIKE A BOSS! This is how twitter reacted to Rohitâ€™s double-hundred

Skipper Rohit Sharma blasted an unbeaten 208 off just 153 deliveries to propel India to 392 for four in the second India vs Sri Lanka ODI at the PCA Stadium, Mohali, thus becoming the first cricket to to register three ODI double-tons.
2017-12-13 10:45:34 Read More

Live: Dubai Open 2017: Kidambi Srikanth vs Viktor Axelsen

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India v Sri Lanka, 2nd ODI: Rohit Sharma scores third ODI double-century

India's stand-in skipper punished Sri Lanka's bowlers in the must-win ODI in Mohali, hitting 13 fours and 12 sixes during his monstrous innings.
2017-12-13 09:35:01 Read More

Olympic gold is my ultimate target: Mary Kom

She has achieved almost everything that women's boxing can offer, but five-time World Champion M.C. Mary Kom is still yearning for the greatest accolade in the world of sports - winning gold at the Olympics.
2017-12-13 08:15:00 Read More

Olympic gold is my ultimate target: Mary Kom

Dhoni â€˜likedâ€™ a tweet, and youâ€™ll be shocked to see what it is

MS Dhoni, Indian cricketâ€™s most successful captain and arguably their most famous one-day player, has 6.7m followers on Twitter, but has only tweeted 45 times. Fair for the nature of the beast, you could argue, because Dhoni is a fairly private man.
2017-12-13 07:52:23 Read More

Live updates: India vs Sri Lanka, 2nd ODI, Mohali

Get live cricket score updates, ball by ball commentary and scorecard of 2nd ODI between India and Sri Lanka on Times of India
2017-12-13 07:27:03 Read More

Marsh in line for Test recall: Smith

Skipper Steve Smith says he is leaning towards playing all-rounder Mitchell Marsh as Australia's fifth bowler in Thursday's potentially Ashes-deciding third Test against England in Perth.
2017-12-13 05:58:31 Read More

Marsh in line for Test recall: Smith

Live score: India vs Sri Lanka, 2nd ODI, Mohali

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2017-12-13 04:53:36 Read More

Maradona magic enchants Kolkata

Diego Maradona is a theatre of dream and drama. For the second successive day, the city got a glimpse of the charisma that defines the man.
2017-12-13 04:01:37 Read More

Root 'fed up' with England's off-field dramas in Australia

Joe Root's first Ashes tour as England cricket captain has been more eventful than he expected, just not in the way he had hoped.
2017-12-13 03:48:55 Read More

Senior pro Jaffer credits coach Pandit for Vidarbhaâ€™s success

While Mumbai are still licking their wounds after crashing out of the Ranji Trophy at the quarterfinal stage, two of their most well-known products are busy plotting Vidarbhaâ€™s â€˜dream runâ€™ in the Ranji Trophy. Wasim Jaffer joined the Nagpur-based side as a â€˜player-cum-mentorâ€™ in 2015, and at the beginning of this season, Chandrakant Pandit, who was removed as Mumbai coach, joined them too.
2017-12-13 03:48:48 Read More

BCCI should use the FTP as a tool for diplomacy

Having accomplished the task of drafting the Future Tours Program (FTP) and getting the general body of the BCCI to approve the proposal, Indian cricket administration has its task cut out going forward. As much as the cricket schedule between 2019 and 2023 has been taken care of, members of the cricket board now expect India to use this FTP as a â€˜tool for diplomacyâ€™ on the global platform during the next rights cycle.
2017-12-13 03:44:49 Read More

World changed for English cricket after Stokes incident: Cook

Senior batsman Alastair Cook says the world has changed for English cricket in the wake of the damaging Ben Stokes affair, and warned the team cannot afford any more "mistakes".
2017-12-13 03:43:31 Read More

Azarenka gets Australian Open wildcard amidst custody battle

Two-time Australian Open winner Victoria Azarenka, who has been locked in a custody battle over her baby son, was Wednesday handed a wildcard into January's Australian Open.
2017-12-13 03:35:22 Read More

'Unique' Wagner an artist at work, says New Zealand coach

New Zealand coach Mike Hesson heaped special praise Wednesday on Neil Wagner, whose bouncing barrage wreaked havoc in the West Indies ranks to set up a Test series sweep.
2017-12-13 03:11:15 Read More

Chelsea give Conte cheer, Burnley go fourth

Chelsea responded perfectly to head coach Antonio Conte's claim their Premier League title hopes are over with a convincing 3-1 win at Huddersfield Town on Tuesday.
2017-12-13 03:06:34 Read More

Only Indian to box Ali struggling with â‚¹2L loan

Indian boxing icon, 69-year-old Kaur Singh, is struggling to repay Rs 2 lakh he had borrowed from a private financier to fund his treatment for cardiac problems.
2017-12-13 03:03:59 Read More

Rathore approves â‚¹5L aid for boxer who fought Ali

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has approved Rs 5 lakh aid from the National Welfare Fund for Sportspersons for Indian boxing icon, 69-year-old Kaur Singh, who was struggling to repay Rs 2 lakh he had borrowed from a private financier to fund his treatment for cardiac problems.
2017-12-13 03:03:59 Read More

Maradona loses cool after car mobbed in Kolkata

Argentine soccer legend Diego Maradona on Tuesday lost his cool when his car was mobbed by soccer lovers and refused to get down from the vehicle on a scheduled visit to a club in south Kolkata.
2017-12-13 03:00:42 Read More

Lifter Chanu underwent four dope tests in a month

Newly-crowned world champion, Saikhom Mirabai Chanu, finds herself in the crosshairs of IWF and National Anti-Doping Agency. The diminutive Manipuri lifter, who recently won the gold medal in California in 48kg category, has surprisingly been subjected to dope testing 4 times within one month.
2017-12-13 02:45:07 Read More

Rohit & Co look to bounce back from Dharamsala mauling

Rarely does one get to witness the scoreboard reading 29/7 in a One-day International, especially in the batting-friendly conditions that India offers. But this happened in Dharamsala and the Indian batsmen were blown away by Suranga Lakmal and the rest of the Sri Lankan speedsters.
2017-12-13 02:36:25 Read More

BCCI appoints chief operating officer for NCA

The BCCI on Tuesday appointed Tufan Ghosh as the chief operating officer of the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru and he has been tasked with setting up the new NCA.
2017-12-12 16:50:23 Read More

Former heavyweight champion Fury cleared to fight again

Britain's former heavyweight world champion Tyson Fury is free to resume his boxing career after a compromise on his positive test for a banned steroid was found with UK Anti-Doping, it was announced on Tuesday.
2017-12-12 16:39:14 Read More

Former heavyweight champion Fury cleared to fight again

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Saurav Ghosal in third round of World Squash Championship

India's Saurav Ghosal breezed past Ben Coleman of England 11-4, 11-3, 11-4 to move into the third round of the World Squash Championship being held at Manchester, England.
2017-12-12 16:27:01 Read More

Kamilla-Christinna: A successful women couple on and off the court

Kamilla Rytter Juhl and Christinna Pedersen are a successful pair on and off the court. The Danish women's doubles pair stunned many when they announced recently that they are in relationship for quite sometime.
2017-12-12 16:18:05 Read More

IOC bans six Russian female ice hockey players for life over doping

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has banned six Russian female ice hockey players from the Olympics for life over doping allegations linked to the 2014 Sochi Games, the ruling body said on Tuesday.
2017-12-12 15:02:01 Read More

Indian men's hockey team ends year on 6th spot

India's men and women's hockey teams remained in the sixth and 10th positions respectively in the rankings revealed by the International Hockey Federation (FIH) on Tuesday.
2017-12-12 14:57:54 Read More

Gayle hits record sixes in Bangladesh Premier League final

Records and Chris Gayle are synonymous to each other when it comes to Twenty20 cricket and the explosive West Indies batsman on Tuesday went on to better his plethora of records he made in the shortest format of the game.
2017-12-12 14:20:14 Read More

Maradona gives Diego-Dada match a miss, Ganguly disappointed

Diego Maradona may have made the trip to the city after several postponements, but the Argentine legend on Tuesday skipped the much-hyped 'Diego versus Dada' exhibition match, leaving cricket icon Sourav Ganguly disappointed.
2017-12-12 13:23:11 Read More

Maradona mesmerises school children

Diego Maradona showed glimpses of his famous dribbling skills, his deft left-footed touches and even crooned Spanish songs as he mesmerised a bunch of school children during an event on Tuesday.
2017-12-12 12:46:43 Read More

If we play like we did in Dharamsala, we'll win series: Perera

Sri Lanka produced a near flawless performance in Dharamsala and captain Thisara Perera is expecting an encore from his team in the second ODI to win a maiden series in India.
2017-12-12 11:30:04 Read More

This Indian attack has got ability to get 20 SA wickets: Yadav

Speedster Umesh Yadav says the current Indian attack has the ability to take 20 wickets in a Test match during its tour of South Africa, seen by many as the side's litmus test following a string of successes at home.
2017-12-12 11:08:47 Read More

Farewell, WACA: Five famous Perth bowling spell

Now that the WACA will hold its final Ashes Test, TOI Sports takes a look back at some memorable fast bowling performances at the historic venue which was known for its rock hard, lightning fast pitches.
2017-12-12 09:34:03 Read More

Farewell, WACA: Five famous Perth bowling spells

Cook not thinking about retirement ahead of 150th Test

Alastair Cook has "no idea" when he will be retiring and is completely focused on beating Australia in his 150th Test this week to keep the Ashes series alive, the former England captain said on Tuesday.
2017-12-12 08:19:09 Read More

Cook not thinking about retirement ahead of 150th Test

WWE Raw results: Kane and Strowman brawl; Reigns, Rollins win

The 'monstrous' main-event of Monday Night Raw saw both Kane and Braun Strowman getting counted out, while two-thirds of The Shield notched up respective wins.
2017-12-12 07:58:32 Read More

Sindhu, Srikanth eye maiden Dubai Super Series Final title

Top shuttlers PV Sindhu and Kidambi Srikanth would be aiming for a great finale to what has been a good year for Indian badminton when they take the court at the USD one million Dubai Super Series Final starting on Wednesday.
2017-12-12 07:32:03 Read More

Mata rallies United in wake of Mourinho defeatism

Manchester United players will have to motivate themselves at home to Bournemouth on Wednesday after manager Jose Mourinho suggested their Premier League title challenge was probably over.
2017-12-12 06:56:17 Read More

Hurt and embarrassed, India seek revenge against Sri Lanka in Mohali

Chandigarh won't be as cold as Dharamsala but the pacers should come into play considering it is another 11:30 am start to the day-night affair. In that case, it will be another test for the Indian batsmen if the home team happens to bat first in a must-win contest.
2017-12-12 06:18:36 Read More

Sportspersons wish Kohli and Anushka on their new innings

As Kohli and Anushka broke the news of their wedding, various sportsmen around the globe wished the couple of their new innings. The list includes former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, Kohli's teammates, badminton star Kidambi Srikanth and many more.
2017-12-12 05:20:04 Read More

England face last Ashes stand at WACA graveyard

England, battered from their latest off-field booze-related scandal, will try to cling on to the Ashes urn at a venue where they haven't won since 1978 in Thursday's third Test.
2017-12-12 04:53:11 Read More

Final farewell to the WACA - England's theatre of nightmares

The WACA ground, where the third Ashes Test will be played this week, has been described as ramshackle, frozen in time, evocative and a veritable graveyard for visiting teams.
2017-12-12 04:39:42 Read More

Mitchell Marsh raring to go if called in Perth Test

Australia all-rounder Mitchell Marsh said he was ready to go if his improved batting in domestic cricket earned him the nod for the third Ashes Test against England that starts in Perth on Thursday.
2017-12-12 04:19:29 Read More

Mitchell Marsh raring to go if called in Perth Test

England need to regain fans trust by winning games: Bairstow

Johnny Bairstow accepts that accusations of poor behaviour by England players have dented their trustworthiness in the eyes of fans but believes the team can rectify that by winning the third Ashes Test.
2017-12-12 04:08:43 Read More

New Zealand wrap up Windies series with 240-run win

New Zealand's bowlers steadily chipped away at the West Indies line-up to record a ruthless 240-run victory shortly before tea on the fourth day of the second Test at Seddon Park in Hamilton on Tuesday to wrap up a 2-0 series sweep.
2017-12-12 03:56:06 Read More

Concert damages field of play at JLN stadium

An entertainment night involving Bollywood superstar Salman Khan and other Bollywood celebrities on Sunday caused considerable damage to the FoP as the concert happened on the newly-laid grass turf of the JLN stadium, which was not even a month old.
2017-12-12 03:44:48 Read More

I am not the god of football: Maradona

For millions across the globe, Diego Maradona is considered to be the â€˜god of footballâ€™. The legend, though, doesnâ€™t hold himself in such high esteem.
2017-12-12 02:47:25 Read More

Ambris arm broken by Wagner bouncer, will miss ODI series

Luckless West Indies batsman Sunil Ambris suffered a fractured arm during a short-ball salvo in the second Test in Hamilton on Tuesday, forcing him out of the ODI series later this month.
2017-12-12 02:42:09 Read More

Fabulous to get ticket to The Open: Shubhankar Sharma

In a tournament that he very nearly skipped, Shubhankar shot a closing three-under 69 for a stunning 23-under 264 aggregate and a three-shot win over South African Erik van Rooyen at the Randpark Golf Club.
2017-12-12 02:39:08 Read More

As per new FTP, India get more games with elite teams

The FTP has also proposed a reduction in the number of match days in the new cycle - from 390 match days during 2015-2019 to 306 match days.
2017-12-12 02:31:02 Read More

Wishes pour in for Kohli and Anushka on their wedding

Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli and Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma got married in Italy on Monday, ending weeks of frenzied speculation that they were getting hitched.
2017-12-11 16:36:46 Read More

Four rookies to travel with Team India to SA as net pacers

In a bid to get quality practice against quick bowlers, India have shelved their plan of playing a tour game and instead summoned four rookie pacers to travel with the team to South Africa.
2017-12-11 14:38:09 Read More

I am not God of football: Maradona after unveiling statue

Diego Maradona and modesty don't sit well together but the Argentine legend called himself a "simple footballer" and not the god of football as his admirers watched, joyfully transfixed, his hand at self deprecation.
2017-12-11 14:15:44 Read More

Ghosal progresses to second round at World Squash Championship

India's Saurav Ghosal advanced to the second round of the World Squash Championship at Manchester, England, while two of his compatriots bowed out in the men's section.
2017-12-11 13:43:46 Read More

Ghosal progresses to second round at World Squash Championship

India's Saurav Ghosal advanced to the second round of the World Squash Championship at Manchester, England, while two of his compatriots bowed out in the men's section.
2017-12-11 13:43:46 Read More

Virat Kohli ties knot with Anushka Sharma in Italy

After months of speculations and weeks of making headlines on a daily basis, Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli tied the knot with Bollywood actress and long time girlfriend Anushka Sharma in Milan, Italy today.
2017-12-11 13:12:53 Read More

India's tour game in South Africa cancelled

India's two-day tour game ahead of their three-match Test series in South Africa has been cancelled, Cricket South Africa (CSA) said on Monday.
2017-12-11 12:17:09 Read More

Is the Premier League title race over?

Manchester City's victory at the home of closest challengers Manchester United left them a yawning 11 points clear at the top of the Premier League table and almost out of sight of the chasing pack.
2017-12-11 12:16:30 Read More

Real Madrid to face PSG in Champions league last 16

Holders Real Madrid were drawn against Paris St Germain in the standout tie from Monday's Champions League last-16 draw and Barcelona will take on Chelsea.
2017-12-11 11:46:47 Read More

Sushil Kumar to make Pro Wrestling League debut

Double Olympic medallist Sushil Kumar will make his Pro Wrestling League (PWL) debut in the 74 kilogram weight category when the third season of the star studded tournament begins next month.
2017-12-11 11:46:32 Read More

Pacific Games: Delhi school girl gets drowned, dies

A 15-year-old female footballer from Delhi, who had gone to take part in the unrecognised Pacific School Games in Australia, died after being drowned at the Glenelg Beach in Adelaide on Monday, a top official of School Games Federation of India (SGFI) said.
2017-12-11 11:00:56 Read More

Pakistan ban Jamshed for one year in corruption probe

Former Pakistan batsman Nasir Jamshed has been banned for a year for failing to co-operate with the Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) regarding an investigation into corruption, the governing body said on Monday.
2017-12-11 10:37:58 Read More

Arteta left bloodied after Manchester derby bust-up: Report

Manchester City assistant coach Mikel Arteta was left with blood streaming down his face after a bust-up involving up to 20 players and members of staff following the Manchester derby, a report said on Monday.
2017-12-11 10:33:58 Read More

Afghanistan to play their first ever Test in India

The BCCI rolled out the red carpet for war-ravaged Afghanistan by agreeing to host the country's maiden Test match but chose to cold-shoulder a cricket-starved Pakistan in its latest Future Tours Programme (FTP).
2017-12-11 10:20:36 Read More

India to play 81 matches at home from 2019-2023

India will be hosting 81 matches across formats from 2019-2023, 30 more than the current Future Tours Programme, but the BCCI insisted that the number of playing days per year for the ever-busy cricketers will decrease.
2017-12-11 10:00:23 Read More

Dubai Super Series Final: Easy draw for Sindhu

Rio Olympic silver medallist shuttler PV Sindhu will begin her campaign against lower ranked Hi Bingjiao of China in the women's singles event of the season-ending Dubai Super Series Finals starting on Wednesday.
2017-12-11 09:53:59 Read More

Shubhankar Sharma wins Joburg Open for first European title

Indian golfer Shubhankar Sharma has won his first title on the European Tour, claiming the $1.2 million Joburg Open on Monday.
2017-12-11 09:34:56 Read More

Sachin Tendulkar to PM: Include international medallists in CGHS

Talking about the plight that elite sportspersons go through when facing health issues, legendary Sachin Tendulkar in his letter cited the example of Hockey Olympic gold medallist Mohammed Shahid's last days.
2017-12-11 09:09:31 Read More

Taylor pays tribute to Crowe as record-equalling ton rocks Windies

An emotional Ross Taylor paid tribute to his mentor the late Martin Crowe following a superb century which put New Zealand in sight of a series sweep against the West Indies in Hamilton on Monday.
2017-12-11 08:30:55 Read More

Ranji Trophy: Gautam Gambhir's 95 helps Delhi seal place in semis

Riding on half-centuries by Gautam Gambhir and Kunal Chandela, Delhi powered to a comprehensive seven-wicket win over Madhya Pradesh on the final day of their five-day Ranji Trophy quarterfinal match at the Dr Gokaraju Laila Gangaraju ACA cricket ground in Mulapadu, here on Monday. â€‹
2017-12-11 08:17:26 Read More

Iconic WACA prepares for life after Ashes

A ground rich with cricketing history but wanting of modern comforts will take its final Ashes bow when Australia host England in the third Test at the WACA on Thursday.
2017-12-11 08:07:13 Read More

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Hockey World League Final: Aus end 2017 on a perfect note

TOI Sports caught up with Australia captain Mark Knowles and coach Colin Batch after their victory at the Hockey World League Final.
2017-12-11 07:11:24 Read More

Sindhu wants to end season with a title at Dubai Finals

After the high of Rio Olympics last year, PV Sindhu continued her rampaging run this season clinching the India Open Super Series and Korea Open Super Series, besides bagging the silver at Glasgow World Championship and finishing as runners-up at Hong Kong Open last month.
2017-12-11 06:37:20 Read More

Anderson likely less 'damaging' in Perth: Bancroft

England opening bowler James Anderson is unlikely to get the same swing and movement that made him "very damaging" during the second Ashes Test but will still be a handful early on in Perth, Australia's Cameron Bancroft has said.
2017-12-11 05:48:55 Read More

Ross Taylor's 17th ton equals New Zealand record

Ross Taylor equalled the record for the most hundreds by a New Zealand batsman on Monday, joining his mentor, the late Martin Crowe, and current captain Kane Williamson on 17.
2017-12-11 05:05:49 Read More

Suarez, Messi maintain Barcelona's La Liga lead

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England 'tourists masquerading as cricketers' panned

England were dismissed as "tourists masquerading as cricketers" by Australia's media which turned the screw Monday after Ben Duckett was fined for pouring beer over teammate Jimmy Anderson.
2017-12-11 04:53:15 Read More

Australia's Christmas tree topping craze: Nathan Lyon

Australian cricket fans are paying homage to Test spinner Nathan "Garry" Lyon by making him the must-have Christmas tree topper this festive season.
2017-12-11 04:35:34 Read More

Mourinho clashes with Manchester City players: Reports

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho became involved in a physical confrontation with Manchester City's players after complaining about their post-derby celebrations, according to British media reports late on Sunday.
2017-12-11 03:51:44 Read More

Otamendi wins derby to fire Manchester City 11 points clear

Manchester United's defensive deficiencies gifted Pep Guardiola's Manchester City a 2-1 derby victory on Sunday that allowed them to establish a massive 11-point lead in the Premier League.
2017-12-11 03:32:52 Read More

India's new FTP may have more T20 games

There wonâ€™t be much of a change in the number of Tests and ODIs as such but, according to sources, India are likely to play three times more T20Is between 2019 and 2023 as compared to the earlier FTP.
2017-12-11 02:53:11 Read More

1st ODI: Sri Lanka bulldoze India by seven wickets

India slump in seaming conditions, suffer embarrassing seven-wicket loss.
2017-12-11 02:44:35 Read More

It was an extreme experience to have an empty bench, says Germany coach

Seven German players missed the crucial bronze medal match against India at the Hockey World League Final on Sunday leaving them with an empty bench for the game. Thus, with no substitutes available, they were forced to play with just 11 players for the entirety of the 60 minutes which they eventually lost 1-2.
2017-12-11 02:42:32 Read More

BCCI SGM today: India may get more T20s, home games

As state unit representatives of the BCCI get ready for Mondayâ€™s Special General Meeting (SGM), that will discuss Indiaâ€™s new Future Tours Program (FTP) at the International Cricket Council (ICC), thereâ€™s a lot for them to be â€˜happyâ€™ about.
2017-12-11 02:26:03 Read More

Live score: New Zealand v West Indies, 2nd Test, Day 3

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2017-12-11 02:11:42 Read More

HWL Finals: India take bronze, depleted Germany win hearts

India reclaim HWL medal but illness-hit Germany win hearts with a gutsy show.
2017-12-11 02:08:55 Read More

ISL: Emana penalty gives Mumbai City FC second win

The class of Achille Emana was all over the game but it needed a penalty from the Cameroon player to give Mumbai City FC a hard-fought 1-0 over Chennaiyin FC in the ISL at the Mumbai Football Arena on Sunday.
2017-12-10 16:51:30 Read More

Players really believe they can beat any team: Marijne

Coach Sjoerd Marijne is a happy man after guiding Indian men's hockey team to their second straight bronze medal at the Hockey World League Final here on Sunday.
2017-12-10 16:51:02 Read More

HWL Final: Australia clinch second straight gold

In the end, the penalty corners made the difference. Both Australia and Argentina boasted of some of the top exponents of the art but it was the former who beat them to retain their Hockey World League Final title, with a 2-1 win in the summit clash here on Sunday.
2017-12-10 15:59:36 Read More

ISL: FC Pune City hand Jamshedpur FC first defeat of season

FC Pune City joined the toppers in the Indian Super League after claiming a well deserved 1-0 victory over Jamshedpur FC at the JRD Tata Sports Complex on Sunday.
2017-12-10 15:37:31 Read More

Khelo India relaunch will change sports scenario in India: Rathore

The Union Minister of State for youth affairs and sports and minister of state for information and broadcasting Col Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore said Khelo India programme will be relaunched at a cost of Rs 1,756 crore for the period 2017-18 to 2019-20 in the country.
2017-12-10 15:09:28 Read More

England's Duckett suspended from playing after bar incident

England Lions cricketer Ben Duckett has been suspended from playing in the remainder of the team's training camp in Australia and warned about his conduct after a bar incident last week, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said on Sunday.
2017-12-10 14:48:31 Read More

Suranga is brilliant when he gets green track: Pothas

Sri Lanka interim coach Nic Pothas was all praise for pacer Suranga Lakmal, whose 4/13 in 10 overs went a long way in island nation's first ODI win 13 matches as they beat India by seven wickets in series opener.
2017-12-10 14:39:40 Read More

Giroud strikes late to rescue Arsenal against Southampton

Olivier Giroud's last-gasp header salvaged a point for Arsenal in a 1-1 draw at Southampton on Sunday as Arsene Wenger's side avoided a second successive Premier League defeat.
2017-12-10 14:29:25 Read More

Perera lauds Lakmal after Sri Lanka's emphatic ODI win

New captain Thisara Perera on Sunday hailed Suranga Lakmal as Sri Lanka's premier fast bowler after he led the visitors to a seven-wicket win over India in the first one-day international.
2017-12-10 14:09:20 Read More

Moeen urges England players to improve off-field behaviour

England's cricketers must take responsibility for their actions and improve their off-field behaviour or risk turning a younger generation of players away from the game, all-rounder Moeen Ali said on Sunday.
2017-12-10 14:05:35 Read More

Singapore Open: India's Ramit Tandon marches into final

India's Ramit Tandon, who has been making waves in the Singapore Open, a PSA World tour event, made steady progress in the tournament on Sunday.
2017-12-10 13:43:12 Read More

Shakib becomes Bangladesh's new Test captain

All-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has been named the new Test captain of Bangladesh with the upcoming Sri Lanka tour being his first assignment in the new role.
2017-12-10 13:35:14 Read More

Dortmund sack Bosz, Stoeger takes over as head coach

Borussia Dortmund sacked Peter Bosz as head coach on Sunday and replaced him with Austrian Peter Stoeger, who was only fired by Bundesliga bottom side Cologne last weekend.
2017-12-10 13:28:38 Read More

Jitu, Heena win medals at Asian Airgun Championships

Pistol aces Jitu Rai and Heena Sidhu bagged a bronze each to continue India's medal charge at the 10th Asian Championship 10m Rifle/Pistol in Wako City, Japan on Sunday.
2017-12-10 13:08:28 Read More

Dharamsala performance an eye-opener for us: Rohit Sharma

Indian batsmen came a cropper under pace-friendly conditions, prompting captain Rohit Sharma to say that the forgettable performance against Sri Lanka in the first ODI is an eye-opener for the home team.
2017-12-10 12:34:46 Read More

1st ODI: Sri Lanka beat India to end 12-match losing streak

Sri Lankan bowlers and batsmen fired in unison to register an emphatic seven-wicket crushing victory over India in the opening one-dayer of the three-match series at the picturesque HPCA stadium in Dharamsala on Sunday.
2017-12-10 11:38:58 Read More

ISL 2017 Live Score: Jamshedpur FC vs FC Pune City

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Hockey World League Final Live: India vs Germany

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2017-12-10 10:58:21 Read More

England draw Ashes warm-up match with CA XI

Captain Travis Dean slammed a 68-ball century as a Cricket Australia XI frustrated England on the final day of the drawn two-day tour game in Perth on Sunday.
2017-12-10 10:55:04 Read More

Ranji Trophy: Karnataka rout Mumbai by an innings to storm into semis

Karnataka inflicted an innings and 20 runs defeat on Mumbai with more than a day to spare in the Ranji Trophy quarter-final on Sunday to move into the semi-finals in convincing fashion.
2017-12-10 10:35:15 Read More

Members set to debate new FTP, Kochi compensation

The newly chalked Futures Tours Programme (FTP) and the hefty compensation of Rs 850 crore to defunct IPL franchise Kochi Tuskers Kerala will be discussed extensively when BCCI's Special General Meeting is held here tomorrow.
2017-12-10 09:56:45 Read More

Live Score: India vs Sri Lanka, 1st ODI

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No bilateral cricket during IPL?

In what might be the first indication of how the cricket world order is set to change yet again, the Indian Premier League (IPL) - the sportâ€™s hottest property globally - is now expected to remain a bilateral-free window during the months of April and May, post 2019.
2017-12-10 03:35:24 Read More

Hockey World League Final: India aim for second successive bronze

Sunday gives both teams a chance to wipe off the bittersweet memories of their last matches with India likely to be the better placed of the two to finish on a winning note.
2017-12-10 02:48:07 Read More

Ronaldo stars as rejuvenated Real thrash Sevilla

Real Madrid sent a warning to Barcelona just two weeks ahead of El Clasico by storming back into form as Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in a 5-0 thrashing of Sevilla on Saturday.
2017-12-09 17:29:50 Read More

ISL: Corominas hat-trick sinks Kerala Blasters in enthralling game

Ferran Corominas scored a fine hat-trick as FC Goa hammered Kerala Blasters 5-2 in a high-scoring enthralling match of the Indian Super League (ISL) on Saturday.
2017-12-09 17:20:54 Read More

I'm ready for ODI challenge: Washington Sundar

Five days after he earned his maiden call-up into the Indian T20 side, Tamil Nadu allrounder Washington, on Saturday, received a last-minute call as replacement for an injured Kedar Jadhav in the India 50-overs team.
2017-12-09 17:18:42 Read More

East Bengal bounce back to demolish Shillong Lajong 5-1

Putting behind their derby defeat, East Bengal roared back to form with a 5-1 demolition of Shillong Lajong FC in an I-League football fixture on Saturday.
2017-12-09 16:25:23 Read More

Shooters Ghosh, Mane bag Youth Olympic Games quota places

Mehuli Ghosh and Tushar Mane on Saturday became the first Indian shooters to secure the women's and men's quota places for the 2018 Youth Olympic Games (YOG) by winning a gold and bronze each at the 10th Asian Championship 10M Rifle/Pistol at Wako City, Japan.
2017-12-09 16:21:03 Read More

HWL: Australia beat Germany 3-0; to face Argentina in final

Australia defeated a depleted Germany 3-0 to enter their second consecutive final of Hockey World League Final on Saturday. Goals from Wotherspoon (42'), Haywards (48') and Wickham (60') helped the defending champions set up a summit clash with Argentina which will be played on Sunday.
2017-12-09 16:03:38 Read More

Winning Superseries Finals bigger priority than ranking: Srikanth

Srikanth triumphed at the Indonesia Open, Denmark Open, Australia Open and the French Open this year, and is keen on capping it with a victory in Dubai, where eight of the top men and women performers will battle for supremacy.
2017-12-09 16:03:19 Read More

Flawless Shubhankar Sharma takes five-shot Joburg Open lead

Indian Shubhankar Sharma fired a flawless 65 Saturday to build a five-shot lead after three rounds of the Joburg Open at Randpark Golf Club in Johannesburg.
2017-12-09 15:53:18 Read More

Arnautovic strikes Hammer blow to Chelsea title bid

David Moyes claimed his first win as West Ham United manager after Marko Arnautovic's goal gave the Premier League strugglers a shock 1-0 win over champions Chelsea on Saturday.
2017-12-09 15:47:05 Read More

Japan edge North Korea in politically charged opener

North Korea suffered late heartbreak against Japan on Saturday in a 1-0 football defeat played out against the backdrop of heightened political tensions over Pyongyang's recent missile launches.
2017-12-09 14:13:08 Read More

Sundar to replace injured Jadhav for Sri Lanka ODIs

Tamil Nadu youngster MS Washington Sundar has been called up as injured Kedar Jadhav's replacement against Sri Lanka for the three-match ODI series, which starts on Sunday in Dharamsala.
2017-12-09 14:09:54 Read More

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Hockey World League Final: Belgium beat Spain 1-0 to finish fifth

Belgium defeated Spain 1-0 in a classification match of the Hockey World League Final on Saturday. A first-quarter strike from Sebastian Dockier helped them finish at fifth spot, ahead of Spain - a team they had thrashed earlier in the tournament during the league stage.
2017-12-09 13:33:16 Read More

Formula One reports bigger crowds, Mexico best race again

Formula One saw an eight percent rise in the number of fans attending races in 2017 with 13 of the 20 races reporting bigger crowds, according to figures published by the sport's commercial rights holder.
2017-12-09 12:47:09 Read More

Ryan Giggs declares interest in Wales job

Manchester United great Ryan Giggs has thrown his hat into the ring as a contender to become the next Wales manager. Chris Coleman stepped down as Wales manager last month to take up the reins at English second-tier club Sunderland and the Football Association of Wales is looking for a replacement.
2017-12-09 12:41:07 Read More

Ranji: Shreyas scores ton as Karnataka stay on top of Mumbai

Shreyas Gopal compiled his fourth hundred in first class cricket, an unbeaten 150, as Karnataka piled on a massive first innings total of 570 to take a huge 397-run lead against Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy quarter final on Saturday.
2017-12-09 12:26:02 Read More

I-League: Neroca FC grab important win, Gokulam's woes continue

Two first-half goals from Felix Chidi and Pritam Singh and a sublime header from Ronald Singh in the injury time completed a 3-0 win for Neroca FC over Gokulam FC as they opened their account in the I-League on Saturday.
2017-12-09 12:19:55 Read More

Dipa Karmakar fit but coach will take CWG call in March

A fit-again Dipa Karmakar will join the gymnastics national camp next week but there is an air of uncertainty regarding her participation at the Commonwealth Games as coach Bishweshwar Nandi does not want to rush things.
2017-12-09 11:41:55 Read More

Fit-again Dipa Karmakar looks up to Aliya Mustafina for inspiration

Elite sportsperson more often than not look for inspiration on their comeback trail from injuries and for Dipa Karmakar, it is Russian gymnast Aliya Mustafina, who won four medals at the 2012 London Olympics after being almost down and out with a career-threatening ACL tear.
2017-12-09 11:35:15 Read More

Jennings hits 80 as Moeen misses out in Ashes tour game

Opener Keaton Jennings top scored but Test all-rounder Moeen Ali missed out on runs in England's two-day tour game against a Cricket Australia XI in Perth on Saturday.
2017-12-09 11:25:57 Read More

Bumrah's Test selection is a lesson for youngsters: Rohit Sharma

Jasprit Bumrah's selection in the South Africa-bound Test squad is a lesson for all youngsters that hard work always pays off, said Indian skipper Rohit Sharma.
2017-12-09 11:13:07 Read More

Whether ODIs or IPL, basics of captaincy remain same: Rohit

He has successfully led Mumbai Indians to a hat-trick of IPL titles and no wonder Rohit Sharma firmly insists that "basics of captaincy remain same" when one shifts from franchise to international cricket.
2017-12-09 10:39:30 Read More

Duckett dropped, suspended by England after bar incident

England's Ashes tour has been plunged into a fresh crisis with batsman Ben Duckett stood down from a tour game on Saturday and suspended following a new incident in a Perth bar.
2017-12-09 10:01:55 Read More

Win over Cena satisfying, but defeating Undertaker bigger: Roman Reigns

The current WWE Intercontinental Champion speaks about his two big matches of the year and reveals how defeating The Undertaker at Wrestlemania 33 turned out to be a lot more emotional than expected.
2017-12-09 09:00:03 Read More

2nd Test: Windies late charge unravels New Zealand

Shannon Gabriel took three wickets as the West Indies recovered from an ineffectual start to fight their way back into the second Test against New Zealand on day one in Hamilton on Sunday.
2017-12-09 07:25:33 Read More

Rahane's form a worry as India eye another clean sweep against Sri Lanka

From the polluted 'Gas Chamber' of National Capital, the action has now shifted to the most scenic cricket stadium in the country in the backdrop of the pristine Dhauladhar Range. The primary objective for chief coach Ravi Shastri and stand-in captain Rohit Sharma will be to look at various combinations in both departments against an out-of-sorts team.
2017-12-09 07:21:08 Read More

India can pip South Africa in ODI rankings with Sri Lanka clean sweep

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Received warm reception from India, can't wait to perform here: Sasha Banks

With a jaw-dropping profile, Banks has landed in India for the first time as part of WWE's LIVE tour, where she'll be taking on fierce rival Alexa Bliss for the RAW Women's title on Saturday at the Indira Gandhi International Stadium.
2017-12-09 06:50:08 Read More

Wenger looks for Gunners to rebound from United reverse

Arsenal demonstrated their powers of recovery midweek but Arsene Wenger knows a greater test lies ahead when they return to Premier League action at Southampton on Sunday.
2017-12-09 05:45:29 Read More

Liverpool not just the 'Fab Four', says Klopp

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp claims there is more to his side than his devastating "Fab Four" attack ahead of Sunday's Merseyside derby with Everton.
2017-12-09 05:33:32 Read More

Guardiola fears Mourinho rope-a-dope in derby dust-up

The eyes of the football world will turn to a wintry corner of northwest England on Sunday when Manchester United tackle Manchester City in a mid-season Premier League title showdown.
2017-12-09 05:16:16 Read More

Manchester City players knocked over by wind: Mourinho

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has launched a pre-derby attack on Manchester City's players by claiming it only takes a "little bit of wind" for them to go to ground.
2017-12-09 05:05:35 Read More

IN PICS: Jinder Mahal's 'Maharaja' robe for WWE Live India tour main event

As WWE superstar Jinder Mahal prepares for the biggest match of his career, he is already on target to win the style battle thanks to the unique partnership with the "Maestro of Menswear", Narendra Kumar. Kumar has designed a special robe for Jinder to wear during his main event match in Delhi at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium against Triple H, today.
2017-12-09 04:35:53 Read More

Mourinho beats the retreat in criticism of fans

Jose Mourinho has drawn a line under his recent feud with Manchester United fans and vowed to only make the supporters happy in future.
2017-12-09 04:33:07 Read More

Gautam Singhania wins seat in FIA after Vijay Mallya exit

The Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India's (FMSCI) got a boost with its nominee Gautam Singhania winning the Titular seat in the FIA World Motor Sports Council during the FIA Annual General Assembly in Paris on Friday.
2017-12-09 04:02:35 Read More

Wembley denting Spurs chances, says Pochettino

Mauricio Pochettino says playing at Wembley is hurting Tottenham's Premier League title chances as their opponents are doubly motivated to perform at the national stadium.
2017-12-09 03:57:56 Read More

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Jinder Mahal's comeback speaks about his resilience: Reigns

Roman Reigns is excited to be back in India and in a select media interaction the Big Dog talked about his last experience here, about Jinder Mahal and has a special message for his fans as well.
2017-12-09 03:37:35 Read More

We want to be the side that changed perceptions: Ravi Shastri

"Yes, there's pollution. In the past too, teams have faced a tough time. There has to be a system to monitor these things. Like you have the light meter, have a pollution meter," Team India coach Ravi Shastri said.
2017-12-09 03:10:00 Read More

We took a little longer to adjust: Sjoerd Marijne

India men's hockey team coach Sjoerd Marijne said his team took more time to adjust to the conditions in their 0-1 semi-final defeat to Argentina at the Hockey World League Final, in a contest marred by inclement weather and water-logged turf.
2017-12-08 17:29:10 Read More

Bengaluru FC beat NorthEast United FC 1-0 in ISL

Bengaluru FC picked up their first win on the road as they edged past NorthEast United FC 1-0 after Miku's second-half strike in the Indian Super League (ISL) on Friday.
2017-12-08 17:16:23 Read More

Argentina coach Retegui unhappy with HWL Final scheduling

Argentina might have battled past India and inclement weather in the semi-final of the Hockey World League Final on Friday but the team is unhappy with the scheduling and the 'unfair' format of the tournament.
2017-12-08 17:02:01 Read More

Gayle ton helps Rangpur Riders knock Khulna Titans out of BPL

Chris Gayle scored record-extending 19th hundred in Twenty20s to help Rangpur Riders beat Khulna Titans by eight wickets to seal a spot in the second Qualifier of the Bangladesh Premier League.
2017-12-08 16:35:47 Read More

Rain may hit India-Sri Lanka first ODI in Dharamsala

The opening One-day International (ODI) between and Sri Lanka in Himachal Pradesh's picturesque stadium in Dharamsala on Sunday has come threat with the local weather bureau on Friday forecasting widespread rain and snow in the state.
2017-12-08 15:42:35 Read More

HWL Final: India go down fighting 0-1 to Argentina in semis

Olympic champions Argentina converted their lone penalty corner of the night to edge past hosts India 1-0 and enter their maiden final of the Hockey World League Final on Friday.
2017-12-08 15:42:32 Read More

Ronaldo is greatest player ever, says Zidane

After seeing Cristiano Ronaldo pick up a fifth Ballon d'Or on Thursday, Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane described the Portuguese forward as the greatest player ever.
2017-12-08 13:56:38 Read More

HWL Final: Netherlands beat England 1-0 to end on high

Amidst heavy rain, Netherlands beat England 1-0 in the 7th/8th Place classification match at the Hockey World League Final on Friday evening. Mirco Pruijser (42') scored the only goal of the match in trying conditions.
2017-12-08 13:33:17 Read More

Spaniards Nadal, Muguruza named ITF world champions

Spaniards Rafael Nadal and Garbine Muguruza were named as the International Tennis Federation (ITF) world champions on Friday - the first time in 19 years the awards have gone to players from the same country.
2017-12-08 12:37:20 Read More

The Bollywood flavour in Jinder Mahal and Singh Brothers

During an exclusive interaction with TOI Sports on Friday, the Singh Brothers and Mahal, who for six months this year owned the title of WWE champion, opened up a little on their favourite Hindi film celebrities.
2017-12-08 12:16:37 Read More

Thought of quitting after Rio disappointment: Mirabai Chanu

Newly-crowned weightlifting world champion Saikhom Mirabai Chanu says she thought of quitting the sport after receiving flak for her failure to win a medal at the Rio Olympics.
2017-12-08 11:57:19 Read More

Don't want to think too much about competition: Siddarth Kaul

Siddarth Kaul has broken into the Indian team at a time when the side is spoilt for choice in the pace department but the Punjab pacer is not at all perturbed.
2017-12-08 11:50:16 Read More

Come to Madrid and you'll win Ballon d'Or: Real tell Neymar

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has opened the door for Neymar to join the European champions by declaring it would help further the forward's individual ambitions.
2017-12-08 11:28:15 Read More

Showdown with Triple H biggest match of my career: Mahal

He's been here before, as WWE Champion earlier this year. But Saturday's showdown against the 'King of Kings' Triple H at the Indira Gandhi Stadium, the highlight bout of the much-awaited WWE Live India Tour, carries a different resonance for WWE Superstar Jinder Mahal.
2017-12-08 11:05:18 Read More

Inaugural boxing Indian Open to start on January 28

Boxing Federation on India (BFI) president Ajay Singh announced on Friday that the inaugural edition of the Indian Open will take place from January 28 to February 1 here.
2017-12-08 10:49:56 Read More

International Cricket Council to examine India pollution Test

"The ICC has noted the conditions in which the Delhi Test was played and has already requested the issue is considered by the medical committee for guidance should the situation arise in future," said an ICC statement.
2017-12-08 06:10:24 Read More

HWL: Which India will turn up against Argentina in semis?

It has been a strange tournament for India. They have played four matches and still you cannot figure out whether they are good enough to win the tournament. And this is after a night when they edged ahead of tournament favourites Belgium in a thrilling shootout.
2017-12-08 05:11:23 Read More

Serena entered for 'family-friendly' Australian Open

New mum Serena Williams has accepted a place at the Australian Open and is "anticipated to return" to the tournament in January, less than five months after giving birth, organisers said Friday.
2017-12-08 04:31:10 Read More

Ex-captains fear England Ashes whitewash

Former England captains Michael Vaughan and Bob Willis fear the tourists are heading towards a 5-0 whitewash against Australia after failing to win the Adelaide Test.
2017-12-08 04:15:39 Read More

New retention policy 'unfair' on Rajasthan Royals

Two days after the Indian Premier League (IPL) governing council announced the new policy put in place for player retentions and right-to-match cards that franchises can avail, alongside coming up with revised salary purses and caps, Rajasthan Royals have turned out to be the only side left in a lurch.
2017-12-08 03:50:38 Read More

Reluctance to host Pakistan may cost India the Asia Cup

After losing the Under-19 Asia Cup, India is in danger of losing the senior Asia Cup too. The tournament is supposed to be held in September next year, but the freeze in sporting ties with Pakistan seems to be getting worse by the day due to tense relations between the neighbouring countries.
2017-12-08 03:37:24 Read More

Kohli's big predicament: Rohit or Hardik at No. 6?

Even though all-rounder Hardik Pandya is a proven performer in the shorter formats, he could be at risk batting at the No. 6 position in South Africa.
2017-12-08 03:10:43 Read More

Cristiano Ronaldo wins his 5th Ballon d'Or award as best player

Ronaldo won the trophy awarded by France Football magazine at a ceremony held at the Eiffel Tower on Thursday. He finished ahead of contenders Messi and Neymar, who left Barcelona in the offseason to join Paris Saint-Germain for a world record transfer fee of 222 million Euros
2017-12-07 20:16:47 Read More

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Ex-USA Gymnastics doctor jailed for 60 years for child porn

Former USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar was sentenced to 60 years in prison on Thursday for child pornography, the Lansing State Journal reported. Nassa pleaded guilty in July to three counts of possessing child pornography.
2017-12-07 17:33:06 Read More

Kanchanmala first Indian to win gold at World Para Swimming

City's visually impaired swimmer Kanchanmala Pande scripted history for India on Thursday. Kanchanmala became the first Indian to win the gold medal in the World Para Swimming Championship.
2017-12-07 17:20:38 Read More

Chennaiyin FC edge out ATK in a thriller

Jeje Lalpekhlua scored two goals, including the winner in the 90th minute, as Chennaiyin FC beat ATK 3-2 in an exciting Indian Super League (ISL) match at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Thursday.
2017-12-07 17:13:55 Read More

HWL Final: Germany beat Netherlands to enter semi-final

For the second night in a row, the capacity crowd at the Kalinga Stadium witnessed yet another heart-stopping finish with the quarter-final clash between Germany and Netherlands going into the shootout.
2017-12-07 16:17:10 Read More

37-member India squad for 10th Asian C'ship 10m Rifle/Pistol

Olympic bronze medallist Gagan Narang will spearhead a strong 37-member Indian squad at the 10th Asian Championship 10m Rifle/Pistol in Wako city, Japan, from December 8-11.
2017-12-07 14:29:19 Read More

Mumbai Indians part ways with Jonty Rhodes for IPL 2018

Three-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Mumbai Indians on Thursday roped in New Zealand's James Pamment as fielding coach replacing South African legend Jonty Rhodes.
2017-12-07 14:25:14 Read More

Team that defends better will win tomorrow: Lucas Vila on India game

Lucas Vila had a memorable match against England on Thursday. It was his 200th game for Argentina and he scored their opening goal, setting them towards a 3-2 win in the quarter-finals and they will now face host India for a place in the final on Friday.
2017-12-07 14:13:27 Read More

HWL Final: Argentina set up semi-final date with India

Argentina held off late England charge to record a 3-2 win in the Hockey World League Final on Thursday and booked a semi-final date with host India on Friday. Vila (21'), Pardes (29') and Gilardi (34') scored for the Olympic champions while Condon (29') and Dixon (60') scored for England in the quarter-finals.
2017-12-07 13:47:44 Read More

Former Liverpool players walk down memory lane

Former Liverpool players Sami Hyypia, Robbie Fowler, Luis Garcia and Vladimir Smicer on Thursday walked down the memory lane and recalled some of the finest moments associated with the club.
2017-12-07 13:39:52 Read More

Anil Khanna 'withdraws' from IOA elections, four days after deadline

Top tennis official Anil Khanna has decided not to contest the election for the Indian Olympic Association president's post even though the deadline for the withdrawal of his nomination papers has passed.
2017-12-07 13:05:04 Read More

Fans delighted as Dhoni set to return to CSK fold

For the fans of Chennai Super Kings (CSK), the end of the ban period from Indian Premier League is a big step forward as they look forward to seeing the 'Men in Yellow' back at their den, M A Chidambaram Stadium.
2017-12-07 13:04:41 Read More

Afghanistan wicketkeeper Shahzad gets 12-month doping ban

Afghanistan wicketkeeper Mohammad Shahzad has been banned for 12 months after inadvertently ingesting a prohibited substance, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Thursday.
2017-12-07 12:59:23 Read More

India have great chance of winning maiden series in South Africa: Dravid

Former India captain Rahul Dravid feels the Virat Kohli-led team has a "great chance" of winning a maiden Test series in South Africa next month given the depth of talent in the side.
2017-12-07 12:31:26 Read More

BWF Rankings: Srikanth at 4th, Lakshya breaks into top 100

Kidambi Srikanth improved a rung to be at the 4th position, while promising Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen entered the World top 100 after jumping 19 places to reach the 89th spot in the latest BWF rankings on Thursday.
2017-12-07 12:06:11 Read More

Klinsmann's son to make debut with Hertha

Jonathan Klinsmann, the son of Germany great Jurgen Klinsmann, will make his professional debut in goal for Hertha Berlin in their Europa League match against Ostersund, coach Pal Dardai said.
2017-12-07 11:46:54 Read More

400 not out: Barry Middleton, the old man of England hockey

The England legend recently joined an exclusive club of hockey players, becoming the fifth ever to clock 400 matches. TOI Sports caught up with the midfielder in Bhubaneswar.
2017-12-07 11:36:30 Read More

PBL will be profitable only after fifth year: BAI president

BAI president Himanta Biswa Sarma feels the next three editions of the Premier Badminton League (PBL) will be crucial as the lucrative league is likely to make profit only after the fifth year.
2017-12-07 11:20:08 Read More

Lyon, one of the best offies Australia has produced: Brad Hogg

Former Australian spinner Brad Hogg feels Nathan Lyon's success in sub-continental conditions has given him a lot of confidence even on home soil. Lyon's career got a new lease of life during the three-Test series in Sri Lanka last year where he had 16 scalps to his name.
2017-12-07 11:17:12 Read More

One big knock will bring back Rahane's confidence: Kambli

Former India batsman Vinod Kambli feels that current India vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane, in the midst of a terrible slump that saw him manage just 17 runs in five innings in the recently-concluded Test series against Sri Lanka, needs just one good innings to come back into form.
2017-12-07 11:05:25 Read More

No laughing matter for India in tired Sri Lanka 'rivalry'

The humorous observation that India and Sri Lanka's cricketers see more of each other than their respective partners appears to have taken a more serious tone with the Indian board accepting that an overdose of the one-sided rivalry is bad for cricket.
2017-12-07 09:14:11 Read More

Kohli grabs second position in Test rankings

Riding on his career-best 243 in the third Test against Sri Lanka, India captain Virat Kohli today jumped three places to grab the second position among batsmen in the ICC Test rankings.
2017-12-07 08:58:44 Read More

Sevilla through after Maribor draw

Sevilla stuttered into the last 16 of the Champions League after being held to a 1-1 draw by Group E's bottom side Maribor.
2017-12-07 06:42:56 Read More

Coutinho hits hat-trick as Liverpool rout Spartak to top group

Brazilian Philippe Coutinho struck a hat-trick as Liverpoâ€‹â€‹ol crushed Spartak Moscow 7-0 to move into the knockout stages of the Champions League as Group E winners.
2017-12-07 06:26:24 Read More

Shakhtar beat Man City 2-1 to reach last 16

Shakhtar Donetsk booked a Champions League knockout-stage berth after first-half goals by Brazilians Bernard and Ismaily gave the Ukrainian side a 2-1 win over Manchester City in Group F on Wednesday.
2017-12-07 06:09:29 Read More

Ronaldo breaks new ground as Madrid edge out Dormund

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to ever score in all six Champions League group games in one season as Real Madrid edged out a dispirited Borussia Dortmund 3-2 on Wednesday.
2017-12-07 05:47:16 Read More

Government has okayed Pakistan participation: Hockey India

Hockey India (HI) CEO Elena Norman said the Pakistan are welcome to take part in the mega event and two union ministries have already okayed their participation.
2017-12-07 04:52:06 Read More

Players were being exposed to deadly situations: IMA

The Board of Cricket Control of India (BCCI) should consider atmospheric pollutions in assessing the criteria for a match just like it considers rain and poor light, the Indian Medical Association has said.
2017-12-07 04:34:01 Read More

Pujara fires first salvo ahead of South Africa tour

South Africa have struggled to find the right balance since the retirement of Jacques Kallis, and AB de Villiersâ€™ blow-hot blow-cold relationship with Test cricket robbed them of vital stability.
2017-12-07 04:25:37 Read More

Pujara fires first salvo ahead of South Africa tour

IPL retention: Franchises can secure five players

This essentially means the likes of Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni can continue to represent the Royal Challengers Bangalore and Chennai Super Kings respectively.
2017-12-07 04:14:44 Read More

India report card: Insatiable Virat, irreplaceable Vijay, inspirational Shami

TOI Sports runs the rule over the performers for India during their 1-0 Test series win over Sri Lanka.
2017-12-07 03:35:30 Read More

Focus was on defence and counter-attacks: Manpreet

India on Wednesday knocked out tournament favourites Belgium from the Hockey World League Final, winning the quarter-final match in the sudden death.
2017-12-06 17:34:01 Read More

Putin says no Russian Olympics boycott despite 'political' ban

President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday said Russia would allow athletes to compete at the 2018 Winter Olympics under a neutral flag, after the country was banned from the Games over a state-orchestrated doping programme.
2017-12-06 17:19:34 Read More

Putin says no Russian Olympics boycott despite 'political' ban

Jamshedpur beat Dynamos 1-0 for maiden win in ISL

Jamshedpur FC's agonising wait for their first goal of the ISL came to an end through the Nigerian forward, who struck in the 60th minute to hand Delhi Dynamos their third straight loss of the season.
2017-12-06 16:58:29 Read More

HWL Final: India beat Belgium in shootout to enter semi-final

In a heart-stopping end to a breath-taking quarterfinal, the Indian team defeated Belgium 3-2 in the shootout to enter their second ever semi-final of the Hockey World League Final on Wednesday.
2017-12-06 16:10:02 Read More

India has many medal prospects in shooting at 2020 Olympics: Bindra

"India has several medal prospects, but taking anyone's name is not correct," Bindra said, when reporters asked him about promising shooters who can win medals at the next Olympics.
2017-12-06 15:07:27 Read More

ISL 2017 Live: Delhi Dynamos FC vs Jamshedpur FC

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HWL Final: Australia spank Spain 4-1 to enter semis

Defending champions Australia entered the semi-finals of the Hockey World League Final after beating Spain 4-1 on Wednesday in front of a packed stadium.
2017-12-06 13:52:00 Read More

Lifter Gurdeep creates three national records in IWF Championships

Gurdeep Singh created three new senior national records in +105kg weight category in the just-concluded IWF World Weightlifting Championships at Anaheim in USA.
2017-12-06 13:36:56 Read More

Kotla didn't have the bare minimum help for spinners: Pujara

Cheteshwar Pujara sought to play down the ineffectiveness of Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja in the third Test against Sri Lanka, saying the fifth day Feroz Shah Kotla strip did not even have the bare minimum assistance for spinners.
2017-12-06 13:21:32 Read More

Hockey World League Final Live: India vs Belgium

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Sushil Kumar resigns as National Sports Observer

Close on the heels of star boxer MC Mary Kom's resignation, double Olympic medalist Sushil Kumar has also quit his role as a National Sports Observer for wrestling.
2017-12-06 12:51:30 Read More

I am hitting balls in Tests the way I do in ODIs: Virat Kohli

Indian skipper Virat Kohli said he discovered a new facet of his batting in the drawn third Test against Sri Lanka - that hitting the ball in a five-day game is no different from an ODI.
2017-12-06 12:44:17 Read More

Gopichand slams BWF for 'cramped' calendar

India's chief national badminton coach Pullela Gopichand has slammed the Badminton World Federation for drawing up a "cramped schedule" which will force the world's top shuttlers to play at least a dozen tournaments in a year.
2017-12-06 12:09:02 Read More

Pogba puts faith in Man United team-mates against Man City

Paul Pogba says he has "complete trust" in his Manchester United team-mates as they prepare to take on Premier League leaders Manchester City without the suspended French international.
2017-12-06 11:51:33 Read More

Sri Lanka complains to ICC on air pollution at Delhi game

Sri Lanka cricket board has complained to the sport's governing body about the poor air quality in which its players have been compelled to play a Test match in the Indian capital New Delhi.
2017-12-06 11:37:26 Read More

Gopichand Academy launches new talent hunt initiative

In a new talent hunt initiative to signal completion of one year of its association with IDBI Federal Life Insurance, the Pullela Gopichand Academy will identify 10-15 under 10 children to be inducted into the Hyderabad-based academy.
2017-12-06 10:41:49 Read More

India can produce 100 Usain Bolts: Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore

Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore was his optimistic self as the sports minister on Wednesday reckoned that India has the potential to produce 100 Usain Bolts if everyone comes together and pitches in to change the country's sports culture.
2017-12-06 10:16:54 Read More

IPL 2018: MS Dhoni cleared for Chennai Super Kings return

In a meeting in New Delhi on Wednesday, along with the Committee of Administrators (CoA), the IPL GC met to discuss IPL Player retention policy, salary cap, player regulations and other related issues.
2017-12-06 09:37:03 Read More

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Tristan Clemons: Goalkeeper on the field, research scientist off it

Tristan Clemons is a research scientist based in Perth, a marriage celebrant, a motivational speaker, an entrepreneur and goalkeeper for the Australian men's hockey team.
2017-12-06 08:59:38 Read More

Ashes ain't over, simple as that, says Joe Root

A defiant Joe Root insisted the Ashes series was by no means over despite England falling to a 120-run defeat in the second Test at Adelaide Oval on Wednesday to go 0-2 down with three matches to play.
2017-12-06 08:27:03 Read More

Serena 'very likely' to make Aus Open comeback: Organisers

Serena Williams, 36, won this year's Australian Open while pregnant and gave birth to a baby girl in September. She has not played a competition since, raising questions over whether the 23-time Grand Slam winner would attempt to defend her title next month.
2017-12-06 07:19:44 Read More

3rd Test: Sri Lanka salvage draw; India take series 1-0

Starting day five of the third and final India vs Sri Lanka Test at 31 for three, the visitors faced an uphill task in order to save the match at the Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi; and they did a commendable job with Dhaananjaya de Silva (119) and Roshen Silva (74*) bringing fortitude to the fore that was missing from Sri Lanka for most part of the three-match series.
2017-12-06 06:27:57 Read More

Ashes: Starc, Hazlewood lead Australia to second Test win

England, who hold the urn, were dismissed for 233 in their second innings in the opening session of the fifth and final day of the maiden pink ball Ashes Test. England now face the prospect of losing the series in next week's third Test at Perth's WACA Ground where they have not won a Test since 1978.
2017-12-06 06:23:11 Read More

Hockey World League Final: India face rampaging Belgium in quarters

From the high of a draw, India progressed downwards to two terrible defeats. Had the format of the HWL Final been any different, they would have been watching the knockout stage from the comfort of their homes.
2017-12-06 06:04:34 Read More

Atletico crash out, Chelsea sink to second place

Atletico Madrid were eliminated from the Champions League after a 1-1 draw at Chelsea that denied the English side top spot in Group C.
2017-12-06 06:04:24 Read More

Champions League: Bayern gain revenge, but PSG win group

Corentin Tolisso struck twice as Bayern Munich avenged September's defeat at Paris Saint-Germain with a 3-1 victory in Bavaria on Tuesday, but the French side finished top of Group B.
2017-12-06 05:44:57 Read More

Real deal Ronaldo set for fifth Ballon d'Or

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Lukaku, Rashford send Manchester United into last 16

Romelu Lukaku and Marcus Rashford scored as Manchester United defeated CSKA Moscow 2-1 on Tuesday to reach the Champions League knockout rounds for the first time since 2013-14.
2017-12-06 05:16:29 Read More

Pollution test: Lakmal, Shami vomit on the field

Why has the Indian team management, and by extension some board officials and ex-players, been so diffident about the pollution issue in Delhi? By extension, what is it that makes us, as citizens, defensive when our poor civic sense is under the spotlight?
2017-12-06 04:06:28 Read More

Sri Lankans now question light meter calls

The Delhi Test has thrown up more intense and debatable issues off the field. As Sri Lanka have battled to come out of the Test unscathed in the first four days, the odds have only piled up against them.
2017-12-06 03:58:55 Read More

2nd Ashes Test: Australia beat England by 120 runs

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Indian team management may not allow Umesh Yadav for Ranji quarters

Umesh Yadav was the most impressive Indian pacer last season. The 30-year-old showed exemplary fitness, genuine pace, great control and most of all immense maturity.
2017-12-06 02:52:51 Read More

Live: India vs Sri Lanka, 3rd Test, Day 5

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Russia banned from 2018 Winter Olympics over doping

An explosive report by the World Anti-doping Agency (WADA) and two subsequent IOC investigations have confirmed that Russian athletes took part in an elaborate drug cheating programme which peaked during the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi.
2017-12-06 02:35:37 Read More

MCA decides to implement Lodha reforms

The Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) is the latest cricket body to adopt the Lodha Committee reforms. The members unanimously decided to implement the reforms during their managing committee meeting.
2017-12-05 17:51:53 Read More

I should've scored the hat-trick: Loick Luypaert

In their three matches of the Hockey World League Final, Belgium have pumped in 11 goals, the most among the eight teams. Drag-flicker Loick Luypaert is the reason behind their prolific run, who has himself recorded six goals - the most by any player so far.
2017-12-05 16:39:20 Read More

HWL Final: Belgium to face India in quarter-final

Belgium finished the round-robin stage of the Hockey World League Final as the only team to win all three matches after outclassing Netherlands 3-0 here on Tuesday.
2017-12-05 16:07:19 Read More

Government finalising National Sports Code, says Rathore

Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore said the government was in the process of finalising a National Sports Code to efficiently run sports organisations.
2017-12-05 15:23:27 Read More

Government finalising National Sports Code, says Rathore

Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore said the government was in the process of finalising a National Sports Code to efficiently run sports organisations.
2017-12-05 15:23:27 Read More

Our new players will take some time to settle: Gonzalo Peillat

Argentina has had a tough Hockey World League Final so far. They lost to Belgium in their opening match, played out a nail-biting draw with Netherlands and on Tuesday were stunned by lower-ranked Spain.
2017-12-05 14:39:19 Read More

Learned a lot from Yuvraj Singh, says Deepak Hooda

All-rounder Deepak Hooda, who earned his maiden India call up when the team for the T20 series against Sri Lanka was announced, says he has learned a lot from senior pro Yuvraj Singh.
2017-12-05 14:34:18 Read More

Next international game in Delhi not before 2020

BCCI's rotation policy might do what Sri Lankan team's complaints of poor air quality could not -- keep international cricket away from Delhi at least till 2020.
2017-12-05 14:14:08 Read More

HWL Final: Spain stun Olympic champion Argentina 2-1

In the space of three days, Spain got the scalp of another top-ranked team at the Hockey World League Final when they edged past Olympic champion Argentina 2-1 on Tuesday.
2017-12-05 14:06:24 Read More

Kusal Perera, Gunaratne return for India ODI series

Sri Lanka has named Thisara Perera captain of a 16-member squad to play three one-day internationals against India, with opening batsman Kusal Perera also coming back into the squad after a nearly six-month injury layoff.
2017-12-05 13:32:42 Read More

Deepa Malik eyes podium finish at 2018 Asian Games

Rio Paralympics silver medallist Deepa Malik is eyeing a podium finish at the 2018 Asian Games at Jakarta.
2017-12-05 13:26:56 Read More

HC asks BCCI to consider Hiken Shah's plea

Observing that the BCCI cannot level serious allegations and suspend a player only on the basis of "hearsay", the Bombay High Court has asked the governing body of cricket in the country to look into cricketer Hiken Shah's request for a hearing against such an action.
2017-12-05 13:10:29 Read More

Mohammed Shami is fine, will play: Shikhar Dhawan

Pacer Mohammed Shami, who left the field after vomiting on the fourth day of the third and final Test, is fine and will play on the final day against Sri Lanka here on Wednesday, India batsman Shikhar Dhawan said on Tuesday.
2017-12-05 13:01:33 Read More

Enrique Gonzalez: Rising hockey star from Madrid

Enrique Gonzalez, a Spanish hockey player, was the best player of the men's junior World Cup 2016 and is highly regarded for his excellent stick work.
2017-12-05 11:47:32 Read More

Kotla Test, Day 4: Match in pictures

Day 4 match pictures of the third Test between India and Sri Lanka being played at Feroz Shah Kotla Cricket Stadium in New Delhi on Tuesday, December 5, 2017.
2017-12-05 11:38:07 Read More

2nd Test: Anderson, Root give England a sniff in Adelaide

England were 178 runs from a stunning comeback victory in the second Ashes Test after James Anderson grabbed five wickets and Joe Root steered the tourists to 176 for four at close of play on an extraordinary fourth day on Tuesday.
2017-12-05 11:31:05 Read More

Sarfraz among three captains to report fixing approaches

The ICC's anti-corruption unit is understood to be conducting up to seven live investigations into fixing, with three international captains having reported approaches this year.
2017-12-05 11:08:44 Read More

Second Ashes Test, Day 4: Match in pictures

Day 4 match pictures of the second Ashes Test between Australia and England being played at Adelaide Oval, Adelaide in Australia on Tuesday, December 5, 2017.
2017-12-05 10:54:21 Read More

Goalkeeper Gurpreet handed two-match suspension, fined

Bengaluru FC goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu was on Tuesday fined Rs 3 lakh and handed a two-match suspension with immediate effect for the Indian Super League (ISL) 2017-18 football season.
2017-12-05 10:37:52 Read More

Anderson finally finds his length for Adelaide haul

It took him 15 Tests over four tours but James Anderson, England's most prolific Test wicket-taker, finally claimed his first five-wicket haul on Australian soil in the second Ashes Test on Tuesday.
2017-12-05 10:22:41 Read More

Father, coaches played big role in my career: Washington

Savouring his maiden call-up to the Indian team for the T20 series against Sri Lanka, all-rounder Washington Sundar today expressed gratitude to his father and formative coaches for shaping his cricketing career.
2017-12-05 09:32:09 Read More

Expected India to come at us harder: Germany coach

The style of Indian play and the way their defenders dealt with their opposition helped Germany finish the league stage on a high.
2017-12-05 07:06:27 Read More

Delhi may lose winter Tests

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Day 4, Lunch: India lose two after bowling out SL for 373

By the time lunch was taken, India scored 51 runs in 16, further losing Ajinkya Rahane, who was promoted up the order. When Sri Lanka took the field, air quality issue again crept up with most of the SL players donning the mask. To make matters worse, Lakmal was off the field again after bowling just three overs, with visuals of him vomiting on the field.
2017-12-05 06:23:23 Read More

3rd Test: India claim three after setting 410-run target

India scored at a brisk pace scoring 246/ 5 dec. in 52.2 overs, setting the Lankans a humongous target of 410 runs. SL managed to score 31 at stumps on day four, losing three wickets in a hostile session of play.
2017-12-05 06:23:23 Read More

Live: Australia vs England, 2nd Test, Day 4

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Live: India vs Sri Lanka, 3rd Test, Day 4

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2017-12-05 03:51:45 Read More

Basil Thampi ready with his toe-crushers for Sri Lanka

He gets wickets in a burst. In his rapid rise as an exciting fast-bowing talent, Basil Thampi has shown this quality multiple times and it has now earned him a maiden India call-up with the selectors including him in the squad for the three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka.
2017-12-05 03:13:15 Read More

SAI orders probe over mistreatment of girlâ€™s hockey team

After a video showing girls hockey team from India protesting against lack of facilities and support from the Indian government officials in Australia during the Pacific School Games surfaced on social media, the Sports Authority of India clarified that no sanction/approval for travel has been accorded to the team and coach, Pradeep Kumar, featured in the video.
2017-12-05 03:12:30 Read More

Why fuss over gifting cows to boxers: Vijender Singh

Vijender, in his inimitable no-holds-barred approach, said this practice of rewarding cows to acknowledge the achievement of a sportsperson from Haryana should be continued in the future as well
2017-12-05 03:07:27 Read More

CSK, RR face resistance on retention of players

It is understood that in the run-up to Wednesdayâ€™s GC meeting, executives at one franchise in particular are â€œpushing hardâ€ to ensure that Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings do not get to retain any players.
2017-12-05 02:37:31 Read More

From self doubt to India call-up: Washington's journey

Washington Sundar didn't even make the cut for the Tamil Nadu T20 side for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, BCCI's Zonal T20 league, held earlier this January.
2017-12-04 17:43:42 Read More

HWL Final: Coach Sjoerd rues technical mistakes after India finish last

The sparkling start to the Hockey World League Final by the Indian team had raised hopes. By Monday night those hopes had taken a major dip after a technically superior Germany outclassed them with a sound 2-0 defeat.
2017-12-04 17:26:18 Read More

Mourinho not risking Zlatan ahead of City clash

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says he will not risk Zlatan Ibrahimovic in their Champions League match against CSKA Moscow as he keeps one eye on the derby with Manchester City on Sunday.
2017-12-04 16:37:23 Read More

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Mourinho not risking Zlatan ahead of City clash

Lionel Messi's statue vandalised again

The statue of Lionel Messi in Buenos Aires has been vandalised again - this time the Argentine hero was cut off at the ankles between Sunday night and Monday morning.
2017-12-04 16:37:00 Read More

HWL Final: India end league stage winless, lose 0-2 to Germany

India's Hockey World League Final began with a bang but in their final league match, they disappointed to succumb to a 0-2 defeat at the hands of Germany and finished last in their Pool B with just one point.
2017-12-04 15:43:09 Read More

HWL Final: Wasteful Australia settle for 2-2 draw against England

In the final 25 seconds of the first match on Day 4 of Hockey World League Final, Australia were given not one two or three but four golden opportunities to beat England and finish the round-robin stage on a winning note.
2017-12-04 14:52:43 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah gets maiden call-up for South Africa Tests

Right-arm seamer Jasprit Bumrah on Monday got his first Test call-up while wicketkeeper Parthiv Patel and all-rounder Hardik Pandya returned to the 17-member Indian squad for the three-match Test series in South Africa.
2017-12-04 14:28:04 Read More

Delhi pollution remains severe, says Angelo Mathews

Delhi's notorious smog did not halt play as it did on Sunday but Sri Lanka batsman Angelo Mathews said the air remained as bad as his team battled for survival against India in the final Test on Monday.
2017-12-04 12:59:00 Read More

I do fail, admits Yuvraj but won't give up at least till 2019

Yuvraj Singh has no qualms in conceding that he has been "failing" but the out-of-favour Indian cricketer says he won't give up on his career at least till 2019.
2017-12-04 12:41:55 Read More

SC asks AAI to amend constitution in one week, hold elections

The Supreme Court on Monday directed the Archery Association of India (AAI) to amend its constitution in accordance with the 2011-National Sports Development Code (NSDC) and conduct the elections in four weeks thereafter.
2017-12-04 12:36:25 Read More

Ronaldo spurs Portugal hotel chain's attack overseas

Portuguese soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo has teamed up with his country's top hotel chain, Pestana, in a joint venture that his partner hopes will help open new markets in Asia and reinforce its expansion into Spain and the United States.
2017-12-04 12:16:13 Read More

Vijender to defend title against African Champion Ernest Amuzu

Indian boxing star Vijender Singh is set to defend his WBO Oriental and Asia Pacific Super middleweight titles against Ghana's Ernest Amuzu in Jaipur on December 23.
2017-12-04 12:02:34 Read More

2nd Test: Wickets tumble as Australia build 268-run lead over England

Australia wrestled with a seaming pink ball under the lights to build a 268-run lead with six wickets in hand over England in an engrossing second Ashes Test in Adelaide on Monday.
2017-12-04 11:57:25 Read More

India finish seventh in World Team Squash Championship

India finished seventh overall in the WSF-world men's team squash championship in Marseille, France. India defeated Scotland 2-1 in the 7th-8th place match, on Sunday.
2017-12-04 11:47:15 Read More

Southgate safe even if England fail in World Cup

England manager Gareth Southgate has been told his job is safe even if his side lose all their group matches at next year's World Cup in Russia.
2017-12-04 11:23:15 Read More

Amitabh Chaudhary miffed with Rahul Johri on BCCI advertisement

BCCI acting secretary Amitabh Chaudhary has expressed his displeasure over CEO Rahul Johri allowing the publication of an advertisement for the post of 'Team Manager' for the Indian women's cricket team on his name without his consent.
2017-12-04 10:52:39 Read More

India vs Sri Lanka, Kotla Test: Day 3 in pictures

Day 3 match pictures of the second Test between India and Sri Lanka being played at Feroz Shah Kotla Cricket Stadium in New Delhi on Monday, December 4, 2017.
2017-12-04 10:47:34 Read More

Second Ashes Test, Day 3: Match in pictures

Day 3 match pictures of the second Ashes Test between Australia and England being played at Adelaide Oval, Adelaide in Australia on Monday, December 4, 2017.
2017-12-04 10:39:42 Read More

EXCLUSIVE: Mandeep Singh, a jovial striker living his dream

TOI Sports caught up with the ever smiling, cheerful Indian hockey team striker Mandeep Singh for an exclusive interaction.
2017-12-04 09:18:03 Read More

Mathews, Chandimal take SL to 192/3 at lunch on Day 3

The first passage of play that went Sri Lankaâ€™s way in this match was led by experienced campaigner Angelo Mathews (90*) and skipper Dinesh Chandimal (52*) who put on an unbeaten 117-run stand for the fourth wicket, helping their team to 192/3 at lunch on day three, trailing India by 344 runs.
2017-12-04 06:18:56 Read More

3rd Test, Day 3: India in command after Sri Lanka fightback

The spark that was missing in the entire series from Sri Lanka came to the fore in the second session of day three of the third Test between India and Sri Lanka at the Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi, led by their two most experienced and talented batsmen in Angelo Mathews and Dinesh Chandimal, who stone-walled the Indian attack with enough fortitude that made them bat out 477 deliveries - the most for any pair against India - after Brendon McCullum and BJ Watlingâ€™s 738-ball effort in Wellington way back in 2014. The duo put on 181 runs for the fourth wicket. But, in the final session, spin took over and Sri Lanka lost five wickets for just 39 runs as India wrestled back the momentum of the match. Sri Lanka finished day three on 356 for nine, trailing India by 180 runs.
2017-12-04 06:18:56 Read More

Learnt to bat longer from Pujara: Kohli

Only 29, Kohli has already established himself as one of the game's greats, on Sunday overtaking Brian Lara as the skipper with most Test double hundreds (6).
2017-12-04 06:13:27 Read More

Kohli & Co's salary could be hiked to 12 crore per annum

In a matter of weeks, Virat Kohli and his team too could be the richest cricketers in the world, or at least on par with the Australians and the British when it comes to salaries.
2017-12-04 05:23:09 Read More

Tiger Woods slips on a windy day

Woods struggles as bogeys mar his comeback; Hoffman in lead
2017-12-04 03:29:24 Read More

Live: Australia vs England, 2nd Test, Day 3

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West Indies collapse hands New Zealand innings victory

The West Indies lost their last five wickets for just 33 runs in nine overs after lunch to give New Zealand victory with more than a day to spare.
2017-12-04 03:06:12 Read More

West Indies collapse hands New Zealand innings victory

The West Indies lost their last five wickets for just 33 runs in nine overs after lunch to give New Zealand victory with more than a day to spare.
2017-12-04 03:06:12 Read More

Live: India vs Sri Lanka, 3rd Test, Day 3

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ISL 4: Mumbai City FC hold Kerala Blasters to a 1-1 draw

Kerala Blasters' winless streak continued as they were held to a 1-1 draw in their third home match of the Indian Super League season four.
2017-12-03 17:26:28 Read More

ISL 4: Mumbai City FC hold Kerala Blasters to a 1-1 draw

Kerala Blasters' winless streak continued as they were held to a 1-1 draw in their third home match of the Indian Super League season four.
2017-12-03 17:26:28 Read More

There's nothing like playing hockey in India: Arthur Van Doren

For Belgian defender Arthur Van Doren playing in India isn't a new experience. He has played in the Hockey India League for Uttar Pradesh Wizards but for him the opportunity to play in the country is unique which is unmatched.
2017-12-03 17:24:36 Read More

HWL Final: Argentina leave it late for thrilling 3-3 draw vs Netherlands

It was a match that would have been expected of between the current Olympic champions Argentina and the European champions Netherlands. The nearly full Kalinga Stadium crowd witnessed a breathtakingly finale as Argentina came from behind, twice, to hold Netherlands 3-3.
2017-12-03 16:43:12 Read More

Deepika bags bronze for India in Indoor Archery World Cup

Deepika, seeded third, defeated 13th seeded Sayana Tsyrempilova of Russia 7-3 in the women's recurve bronze play-off to bring some smile to the camp after the men's top seed Atanu Das crashed out in round two.
2017-12-03 16:22:03 Read More

Narinder Batra, Anil Khanna in fray for IOA president post

There will be a straight two-way fight between International Hockey Federation president Narinder Batra and top tennis official Anil Khanna for the post of Indian Olympic Association president in the December 14 polls.
2017-12-03 15:32:03 Read More

ISL 4: Sereno leads Chennaiyin FC to victory over Pune City

Chennaiyin FC got the better of FC Pune City by a solitary goal in the Indian Super League season four clash to move to the second spot at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Balewadi Stadium on Sunday.
2017-12-03 15:16:58 Read More

HWL Final: Belgium go top of pool A after crushing Spain 5-0

After the high of stunning Netherlands, Spain came crashing down on Sunday as Belgium bossed over them in a one-sided contest of the Hockey World League Final to record their second consecutive win. With a 5-0 win, Belgium moved to the top of the standing in Pool A with six points from two games.
2017-12-03 14:36:23 Read More

Virat didn't need pollution mask to bat nearly two days: Arun

India's bowling coach Bharat Arun on Sunday took a dig at the Sri Lankan cricketers, stating that home team captain Virat Kohli did not require anti-pollution mask to bat for nearly two days in the third Test.
2017-12-03 14:11:59 Read More

ISL 2017 Live: Kerala Blasters vs Mumbai City FC

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Cricketers vomiting after fielding in smoggy Delhi: SL coach

Pollution stopped play on Sunday in the third Test between India and Sri Lanka, and visiting coach Nic Pothas said the smog was so extreme that his players -- who took the extraordinary step of wearing face masks -- were "coming off the field and vomiting".
2017-12-03 13:43:49 Read More

HWL: Consistency is the keyword for coach Sjoerd Marijne

The Indian hockey team lacked energy in the beginning of their second match of the Hockey World League Final against England on Saturday, says coach Sjoerd Marijne and he wants his wards to display the same level of discipline as against Australia.
2017-12-03 13:19:23 Read More

Talking Points: Kohli's record double and the Delhi smog

Just a day after becoming the first captain to register a hat-trick of centuries in a three-match series, Virat Kohli scaled yet another milestone when he scored his sixth double century, the most as a captain.
2017-12-03 12:45:49 Read More

HWL Final: Inconsistent India eye improvement against Germany

After losing to England on Saturday night, the mood in the Indian camp was sombre. At the press conference, Manpreet Singh's expression gave away the disappointment of the defeat. He knew his team had committed several mistakes despite raising their game in the final quarter.
2017-12-03 12:11:59 Read More

India vs Sri Lanka, Kotla Test: Day 2 in pictures

Day 2 match pictures of the second Test between India and Sri Lanka being played at Feroz Shah Kotla Cricket Stadium in New Delhi on Sunday, December 3, 2017.
2017-12-03 11:54:31 Read More

England 29-1 in reply to Australia's 442-8 declared at close

England lost an early wicket before rain forced play to be abandoned on day two of the second Ashes Test on Sunday after Australia declared their first innings on 442 for eight.
2017-12-03 11:16:55 Read More

2nd Ashes Test, Day 2: Match in pictures

Day 2 match pictures of the second Ashes Test between Australia and England being played at Adelaide Oval, Adelaide in Australia on Sunday, December 3, 2017.
2017-12-03 10:41:03 Read More

Five weird instances when a cricket match was halted

The third Test between India and Sri Lanka at the Ferozshah Kotla saw the game being halted for 16 minutes due to 'poor air quality', with Sri Lankan players sporting air masks on the field. However, this wasn't the first time that a cricket game was brought to a standstill because of an unusual reason.
2017-12-03 10:40:08 Read More

Prithvi Shaw to lead India in 2018 U-19 World Cup

Promising Mumbai batsman Prithvi Shaw will lead a 16-member Indian team in next year's ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup, the BCCI said on Sunday. India are the joint-most successful team in the history of the tournament along with Australia (1988, 2002 & 2010).
2017-12-03 10:17:50 Read More

Australia expects India to agree to Adelaide day-night Test

India have been reluctant to embrace the playing of the longest format of the game under lights and are the only major cricketing nation yet to participate in a pink-ball test.
2017-12-03 09:57:21 Read More

Hockey stronger when India participates: FIH CEO

Hockey India (HI) withdrew from the league in July this year saying the tournament doesn't offer a direct qualification for the Olympics and it would have been next to impossible for its women team to make the cut for Tokyo 2020 through this event.
2017-12-03 09:22:46 Read More

Brathwaite leads West Indies battle for survival

Brathwaite was unbeaten on 79 as the tourists reached 214 for two at stumps on day three. Shai Hope was not out 21.
2017-12-03 06:24:40 Read More

Sreejesh likely to be spared for playing charity match

PR Sreejesh's decision to play in Virat Kohli's charity football match might have raised a few eyebrows but India's premier hockey goalkeeper might just get away with a reprieve, at least this time.
2017-12-03 06:17:37 Read More

Lunch report: Kohli's double take India to 500/5

While Virat Kohli entertained the 15,000 strong Sunday crowd at the Feroz Shah Kotla with a marathon knock of 243, unfortunately the Indian skipperâ€™s innings was overshadowed by the play being halted repeatedly owing to poor air quality in the area, which eventually led to India declaring their first innings prematurely at 536 for 7.
2017-12-03 06:14:40 Read More

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3rd Test: India tighten grip after Kohli double â€‹

Pogba sees red over Koscielny reaction to dismissal

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United win Arsenal thriller to close gap on City

Jesse Lingard fired Manchester United to a pulsating 3-1 victory over Arsenal that cut Manchester City's lead at the top of the Premier League to five points on Saturday.
2017-12-03 03:31:42 Read More

Live: Australia vs England, 2nd Test, Day 2

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No mystery now, Sri Lanka fight to master conventional spin bowling

Offspinner Dilruwan Perera, 34, did pip Muttiah Muralitharan to the tag of fastest to 100 wickets for Sri Lanka on Saturday, but his struggles against quality batting continued.
2017-12-03 03:12:42 Read More

Live : India vs Sri Lanka, 3rd Test, Day 2

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Live: New Zealand v West Indies 1st Test, Day 3

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Is Ritika-Simran pair answer to Indiaâ€™s women's doubles woes?

It is no secret that womenâ€™s doubles is the weakest link in Indian badminton. This fact was also admitted by Indiaâ€™s specialist doubles coach Kim Tan Her of Malaysia while witnessing the Senior National Badminton Championship at Nagpur last month.
2017-12-03 02:55:58 Read More

Is Ritika-Simran pair answer to Indiaâ€™s women's doubles woes?

I can proudly apply for Arjuna award now: Mirabai Chanu

Recovering from the setback, Mirabai made a promise to herself that she would now apply for the Arjuna only after laying her hands on the gold medal at the World Championships.
2017-12-03 02:15:03 Read More

Watford held to 1-1 draw by 10-man Tottenham

Tottenham Hotspur's patchy away form in the Premier League continued with a 1-1 draw at Watford but the North London club will be pleased with a point after playing much of the second half with 10 men on Saturday.
2017-12-02 17:52:13 Read More

EPL: Firmino double helps Liverpool down Brighton

Roberto Firmino scored twice as Liverpool continued their recent fine run with a 5-1 win away to Brighton and Hove Albion in the Premier League on Saturday.
2017-12-02 17:40:35 Read More

Mueller shines on return as Bayern extend lead

Thomas Mueller marked his return from five weeks out with injury by creating two goals as Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich went six points clear with a 3-1 win over Hanover on Saturday.
2017-12-02 17:30:31 Read More

NorthEast United beat Delhi Dynamos 2-0 for first win

NorthEast United pumped in two quick first half goals in the space of five minutes to beat Delhi Dynamos 2-0 and notch up their first win of the season in the Indian Super League football on Saturday.
2017-12-02 17:30:23 Read More

HWL Final: Maintaining consistency remains a big challenge for India

You didn't have to watch the India-England Hockey World League Final league stage encounter to know who had won. A glance at the expression of Indian skipper Manpreet Singh gave away the result as he sat beside coach Sjoerd Marijne while addressing the media.
2017-12-02 17:02:27 Read More

Heidfeld gets podium in Formula E season opener

Nick Heidfeld has been driving in Formula E - the electric car racing series - since it's inception back in 2014. However, the German has yet to win a Formula E race so far, even after 32 race starts.
2017-12-02 16:36:09 Read More

HWL Final 2017: Ward strikes twice as England beat India 3-2

Samuel Ward struck twice as England beat India 3-2 to record their first win of the HWL Final on Saturday. England had a lacklustre game vs Germany in their HWL opener, losing 0-2 whereas India, despite being wasteful, held Australia to a 1-1 draw. India continued to be wasteful but England improved.
2017-12-02 15:47:53 Read More

ISL 2017 Live: Delhi Dynamos vs NorthEast United

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HWL: India lose 2-3 to England in Bhubaneswar

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Rahane will be hurting with his kind of dismissals: Bangar

Ajinkya Rahane has been a conspicuous absentee from the ongoing Indian runfest against Sri Lanka but the middle order batsman appear to have the backing of the team management ahead of the tour of South Africa later this month.
2017-12-02 13:11:06 Read More

Knew if we play well, we can beat Netherlands: Enrique Gonzalez

Speaking to the media after the match, Enrique Gonzalez, who led Spain at the Junior World Cup 2016 in Lucknow, said that the team was motivated and confident enough that despite being the lowest ranked team in the competition, they could beat Netherlands.
2017-12-02 13:06:50 Read More

Ashes: England fail to make inroads under Adelaide lights

Craig Overton made Australia captain Steve Smith his maiden Test victim but England could not drive home their advantage under the Adelaide lights and the hosts finished the first day of day-night Ashes cricket on 209 for four on Saturday.
2017-12-02 12:43:48 Read More

3rd Test, Talking Points: Vijay's composure, Kohli aggression

Coming off a lengthy injury lay off, Murali Vijay got a century in the second Test (128) and now has followed it up yet another one, his 11th Test hundred and if there is anything that he would have wanted would have been that that elusive 200-run mark; which was not to be.
2017-12-02 12:10:47 Read More

India vs Sri Lanka, Kotla Test, Day 1: Match in Pictures

India vs Sri Lanka: Kotla Test, Day 1
2017-12-02 11:39:08 Read More

HWL Final: Spain stave off Netherlands threat for 3-2 win

As the last 10 seconds approached, not one red shirt from Spain was anywhere inside the Netherlands half. In the end, Spain managed to stave off the late charge and started their Hockey World League Final with 3-2 win at the Kalinga Stadium on Saturday.
2017-12-02 11:29:00 Read More

2nd Ashes Test, Day 1: Match in Pictures

Ashes: Second Test, Day 1
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2nd Ashes Test, Day 1: Match in Pictures

Ashes: Second Test, Day 1
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Kohli 1st captain to score hat-trick of tons in 3-match series

Indian cricket's current 'Milestone Man' Virat Kohli on Saturday became the first international captain to hit three successive hundreds in a three-Test series.
2017-12-02 10:29:25 Read More

Mourinho wants Guardiola to get same treatment as rivals

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has hinted he believes Pep Guardiola received preferential treatment in avoiding being sent to the stands on Wednesday.
2017-12-02 07:53:36 Read More

3rd Test: Virat Kohli goes past 5000-run mark in Tests

Virat Kohli notched up yet another milestone going past the 5000-run mark in Tests during the second session of day one of the third and the final Test between India and Sri Lanka at the Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi on Saturday.
2017-12-02 07:38:18 Read More

Klopp buries hatchet with Allardyce

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp insists he doesn't harbour any grudges against Sam Allardyce despite his past clashes with the new Everton boss.
2017-12-02 07:35:53 Read More

No reason to fear our World Cup draw: Loew

Germany manager Joachim Loew said he saw no reason to fear the reigning champions' opponents after they were paired with Mexico, Sweden and South Korea in the 2018 World Cup draw.
2017-12-02 07:24:30 Read More

Southgate 'won't write off' World Cup foes

England manager Gareth Southgate refused to get carried away with what appeared to be a hugely favourable draw on Friday for his team at the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
2017-12-02 07:13:53 Read More

Indian cricket team commemorates Armed Forces week

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Messi's Argentina on collision course with Spain

Lionel Messi's quest to deliver World Cup glory for Argentina could pit the two-time champions against a handful of familiar faces in a potential quarter-final showdown with Spain.
2017-12-02 06:53:19 Read More

Rollicking de Grandhomme ton leaves Windies reeling

New Zealand all-rounder Colin de Grandhomme cracked his maiden Test century off just 71 balls to leave the West Indies reeling at stumps on the second day of the first Test in Wellington on Saturday.
2017-12-02 06:41:30 Read More

3rd Test: Vijay fifty leads India to 116/2 at lunch on Day 1

Dhawan perished for 23 and soon after Cheteshwar Pujara also walked back for the same score â€“ both missing out on a belter of a wicket. Murali Vijay looked steady and Virat Kohli aggressive as India took lunch at 116 for the loss of two wickets.
2017-12-02 06:12:55 Read More

Vijay, Kohli dominate second session; India 245/2 at tea

India added 129 runs in the post-lunch session with Kohli (94*) playing the aggressorâ€™s role and Murali Vijay (101*), content playing second fiddle. The duo added 167 runs for the third wicket and India went in to tea at 245 for the loss of two wickets.
2017-12-02 06:12:55 Read More

3rd Test: Sandakan takes two after Kohli, Vijay dominate Day 1

India managed to score at a fair clip, setting themselves up for what would prove to a dominating day of play. India added 129 runs in the post-lunch session and further 126 in the final session, but they lost two wickets late in the day.
2017-12-02 06:12:55 Read More

Russia breathe sigh of relief after drawing 'ideal' World Cup group

Russia breathed a collective sigh of relief on Friday after avoiding Spain and looking like favourites to make it out of their group in their first home World Cup.
2017-12-02 06:01:03 Read More

Iberian derby delivers fast start to Russia 2018

An explosive start to Russia's 2018 World Cup was guaranteed when the past two European champions Spain and Portugal were paired together in Friday's draw to clash on the second day of the tournament.
2017-12-02 05:48:43 Read More

Iberian derby delivers fast start to Russia 2018

BCCI set for cash outflows in excess of â‚¹4900 crore

The Indian Premier League(IPL) has made the BCCI extremely rich over thelast10 years, but it is also fast becoming the reason for the board to be potentially looking at a cash outflow of nothing less than Rs 4900 crore going forward, which is a little in excess of US$750m.
2017-12-02 04:04:20 Read More

Live score: 2nd Ashes Test, Australia v England, Day 1

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Live: India vs Sri Lanka, 3rd Test, Day 1

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Jamshedpur play another goalless draw, this time against ATK

Jamshedpur FC played out their third goalless draw in a row, this time against defending champions ATK at home in the Indian Super League on Friday.
2017-12-01 17:35:09 Read More

Need to focus on converting chances: Manpreet Singh

Indian hockey team impressed with their quick counterattacking play in their Hockey World League Final opener against defending champions Australia on Friday.
2017-12-01 17:14:58 Read More

Spain and Portugal drawn in same 2018 World Cup group

The 2010 World Cup winners Spain were placed in the same group as Cristiano Ronaldo's European Champions Portugal in an exciting draw for the 2018 tournament in Russia on Friday.
2017-12-01 16:36:23 Read More

Shiva Keshavan wins gold in Asian Luge Championships

India's veteran Winter Olympian Shiva Keshavan on Friday won a gold medal at the Asian Luge Championships at Altenberg, Germany. The sole Indian participant and defending Asian champion retained his title with a time of 55.60 seconds.
2017-12-01 16:24:02 Read More

Hockey World League Final: India, Australia play out 1-1 draw

India played out a 1-1 draw with defending champions Australia in their Odisha Hockey World League Final opener on Friday. The Indians made a sparkling start with an early incursion in to the Australian half, catching the opponent defence by surprise.
2017-12-01 15:41:06 Read More

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ISL 2017 Live: Jamshedpur FC vs Atletico de Kolkata

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Germany beat England 2-0 in Hockey World League Final opener

Germany defeated England 2-0 in the opening match of the Odisha Hockey World League Final to start their campaign in a dominating fashion here on Friday.
2017-12-01 12:53:48 Read More

Saurav Ghosal jumps to No. 16 in world squash rankings

India's Saurav Ghosal jumped five places in the world squash rankings to move to No.16 as per the latest list released on Friday.
2017-12-01 12:32:22 Read More

Chandimal dig: India preparing for SA on flat tracks

"I am not sure they are preparing for South Africa," said Sri Lanka captain Dinesh Chandimal as he took a dig at the Indian team's claims of asking for bouncy tracks in the ongoing Test series to be ready for the tough assignment against the Proteas next month.
2017-12-01 12:27:13 Read More

Football a refuge for children who seek asylum in Australia

With a whistle hanging from her neck as she shouts instructions in perfect English, teenager Athmar Habeb looks very much at home refereeing a football match in Sydney.
2017-12-01 11:55:02 Read More

Prannoy, Tai Tzu to spearhead debutants Ahmedabad Masters

World men's number 10 H S Prannoy and women's world no 1 Tai Tzu-Ying of Taipei are to lead the challenge of debutants Ahmedabad Smash Masters in the upcoming Premier Badminton League set to be held from December 23 to January 14.
2017-12-01 10:40:50 Read More

Briels: Hockey star, Olympic medalist and podiatric

Belgium men's hockey captain Thomas Briels is a qualified, practicing podiatrist. TOI Sports caught up with the star on the sildelines of the Odisha Hockey World League Final in Bhubaneshwar.
2017-12-01 10:34:48 Read More

Pujara should be in top bracket of central contracts: Shastri

India's chief coach Ravi Shastri feels that Test specialist Cheteshwar Pujara should remain in the top bracket when the BCCI and Committee of Administrators (COA) thrash out the revised central contracts based on new remuneration structure.
2017-12-01 10:28:02 Read More

Friendship with KL, Dhawan helps during selection calls: Vijay

Dhawan and Rahul scored 94 and 79 in the second innings of the first Test on a green top where Vijay - India's most technically equipped opener was dropped. With Dhawan taking a break in the second Test, it was Vijay, who made a successful comeback in international cricket with a patient hundred.
2017-12-01 09:10:04 Read More

Friendship with KL, Dhawan helps during selection calls: Vijay

Mary Kom resigns as boxing's national observer

"I resigned as national observer 10 days ago after having a word with Mr. Rathore. I had been requested to take up the position, it was not something I had asked for," Mary Kom, who claimed her fifth Asian Championships gold medal last month, said on Friday.
2017-12-01 08:09:31 Read More

Where is the conflict of interest, asks Akhil Kumar

Indian boxing's national observer Akhil Kumar on Friday rejected insinuation of conflict of interest in his appointment, saying that casting aspersions on him is unfair as he is neither a beneficiary of government schemes nor a part of the national camp.
2017-12-01 07:08:38 Read More

Wenger v Mourinho -- origins of a blood feud

When Arsenal face Manchester United in a crucial Premier League clash on Saturday, the antics of the two sworn enemies on the touchline will take up as much attention as the actual match.
2017-12-01 06:59:33 Read More

Conte charged by FA after sending-off

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte has been charged with misconduct by England's governing Football Association following his dismissal against Swansea City on Wednesday.
2017-12-01 06:50:02 Read More

Happy opening dilemma as India brace up for third Test

Now with Shikhar Dhawan back in the squad, it is indeed a happy problem for skipper Virat Kohli, who has to choose two quality openers among three. Had Kohli himself opted out of the third Test, then it would have been easier to fit in all three knowing that Rahul can also play at the No.4 position.
2017-12-01 06:28:22 Read More

James Anderson is 'biggest sledger', says Steve Smith

"I read the article, and it's interesting coming from Jimmy, calling us bullies and big sledgers," Smith told reporters. "I think he's one of the biggest sledgers in the game, to be perfectly honest with you."
2017-12-01 05:37:52 Read More

Tiger Woods happy after solid return in Bahamas

Former world number one Tiger Woods made a satisfying return on Thursday in his latest comeback after a 10-month layoff punctuated by back surgery and personal problems.
2017-12-01 05:21:26 Read More

If Board earns money, players should too: Ganguly

It was no surprise to see Ganguly, currently the president of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB), backing current skipper Virat Kohli, who at that very time, was engaged in discussions about increasing the pay scale of the cricketers.
2017-12-01 05:20:52 Read More

Survival specialist Allardyce confirmed as Everton manager

Everton have appointed former England boss and renowned top-flight survival specialist Sam Allardyce as their new manager on an 18-month contract, the English Premier League club announced Thursday.
2017-12-01 05:11:15 Read More

Novak Djokovic brings Stepanek into coaching team

Former world number one Novak Djokovic said on Thursday Radek Stepanek was joining his coaching team to complement Andre Agassi.
2017-12-01 04:26:46 Read More

Pay hike depends on BCCI income: Rai

Currently, Indiaâ€™s international players are divided into three grades of contracts. They get half of the revenue set aside for cricketers. The other half is divided between the domestic cricketers and the age-group players.
2017-12-01 04:20:10 Read More

Anderson queried 'dangerous' bowling in Brisbane

England pacer James Anderson said he had spoken to umpire Marais Erasmus as Australia's fast bowlers launched a furious pace assault during the second innings as England were skittled for 195 on the way to a resounding 10-wicket defeat at the Gabba.
2017-12-01 04:16:08 Read More

Indian team not in favour of long tours

The Indian cricket team is not in favour of long tours going forward, just the way England, Australia and South Africa have preferred it on their tours to the Indian sub-continent.
2017-12-01 04:13:57 Read More

England motivated by 'headbutt' laughs: Joe Root

Captain Joe Root says England will use Australia's glee over Jonny Bairstow's headbutt controversy as motivation for Saturday's crucial second Ashes Test in Adelaide.
2017-12-01 03:56:42 Read More

This gold medal is for my sister: Mirabai Chanu

â€‹Girl from Manipur emulates Malleswari in Weightlifting World Championships
2017-12-01 03:45:14 Read More

India and the art of making 'surrogate' pitches

Scheduling woes have forced India to simulate overseas conditions at home, but the task remains a huge challenge.
2017-12-01 03:28:09 Read More

ISL: FC Goa beat 10-man Bengaluru 4-3 in thriller

Striker Ferran Corominas scored the first hat-trick of the season as FC Goa beat 10-man Bengaluru FC 4-3 in a thrilling match of the Indian Super League on Thursday.
2017-11-30 17:07:30 Read More

Chinese shuttlers are scared of us now: Srikanth

Ace shuttler Kidambi Srikanth, who won four Super Series titles this year, feels the strong Chinese shuttlers are scared of the Indian contingent now after a string of good performances against them.
2017-11-30 16:49:29 Read More

It won't be easy but we are ready: India hockey coach Marijne

Coach Sjoerd Marijne succeeded Roelant Oltmans as the head coach of the Indian men's hockey team in September. Hockey India has a proven record of how ruthless it can be when it comes to putting the national coaches to accountability.
2017-11-30 15:48:27 Read More

When Ganguly 'compelled' selectors to name Kumble for Australia tour

The national selectors had made up their mind to drop Anil Kumble from the 2003-2004 Australia tour but former India skipper Saurav Ganguly put his foot down and ensured that the legendary spinner make it to the series.
2017-11-30 15:43:55 Read More

When Ganguly 'compelled' selectors to name Kumble for Australia tour

South African batsman hits fastest triple century

Marco Marais slammed the fastest triple century in first-class cricket to become the second South African in just over a week to claim a world record.
2017-11-30 15:25:16 Read More

David Silva extends Manchester City contract

Spanish midfielder David Silva, 31, has become one of City's most decorated players since joining in 2010 and has played a pivotal role this season as Pep Guardiola's side have surged to the top of the table.
2017-11-30 14:36:21 Read More

Indian hockey team one of our biggest rivals: Australia captain Knowles

Australia men's hockey captain Mark Knowles knows his team has a dominating record against India but that doesn't mean he is going to look at them any differently than he would have at some of their closest rivals at international stage.
2017-11-30 14:08:15 Read More

T10 right format to take cricket to Olympics: Virender Sehwag

Former Test batsman Virender Sehwag backed the inclusion of cricket in the Olympic Games and felt the T10 format will be ideal to be drafted into the quadrennial sports extravaganza.
2017-11-30 13:31:10 Read More

HWL Final: India have their task cut out against Australia

Under a relatively new coach and a team whose average age is 23.5 years, Indian hockey team aims to build on recent continental success when they begin their Odisha Hockey World League Final campaign from Friday.
2017-11-30 13:28:42 Read More

Sourav Ganguly backs pay hike for players

Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly supported the pay hike for the national team cricketers, saying the players deserve to get a share of the BCCI's ever increasing revenues.
2017-11-30 13:21:18 Read More

India win 3 gold, 4 silver, 2 bronze at Asian Archery Championships

Indian archers produced an impressive performance, grabbing three gold, four silver and two bronze medals at the Asian Championships on Thursday.
2017-11-30 12:52:07 Read More

Skipper Kohli, CoA agree on pay hike and FTP

India captain Virat Kohli and his predecessor MS Dhoni's demand for a pay hike for the team was on Thursday accepted by the Committee of Administrators (CoA), which also took their inputs on the issue of cramped scheduling.
2017-11-30 12:32:25 Read More

Hong Kong athlete says coach abused her as teen

A top Hong Kong hurdler on Thursday accused her former coach of sexually assaulting her when she was a schoolgirl, prompting the city's leader Carrie Lam to ask police to look into the matter.
2017-11-30 11:52:32 Read More

PCB seeks $70m from BCCI for unplayed series

The PCB is seeking $70 million in compensation from the BCCI after the country failed to attend two series in 2014 and 2015 as part of a memorandum of understanding signed between the two boards.
2017-11-30 11:29:43 Read More

Noah stays on as France Davis Cup skipper

France's Davis Cup captain Yannick Noah will oversee his team's defence of the title they won last weekend with success over Belgium in the final. Noah, 57, guided France to a tenth title but first since 2001 with a 3-2 triumph over Belgium in Lille.
2017-11-30 11:28:31 Read More

Former India women's cricket team coach Sreerupa dead

Former India women's cricket team coach and batswoman Sreerupa Bose (Mukherjee) passed away on Thursday morning due to massive cardiac arrest at her Salt Lake home in the eastern part of the city. She was 66.
2017-11-30 11:20:41 Read More

Wenger expects Manchester United to attack Arsenal

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is not expecting Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho to set his team up defensively when the sides clash on Saturday despite his reputation for "parking the bus" in big matches.
2017-11-30 10:36:25 Read More

HWL Final 2017 ready reckoner: All you should know

The Hockey World League Final, in its final edition, kick-starts in Bhubaneshwar, Odisha at the Kalinga Stadium from December 1. The tournament came in to existence after the London Olympics 2012.
2017-11-30 10:23:52 Read More

Samir Singh, running across India for Bharat Ke Veer

Singh has been invited to run under the Government of India's initiative "BharatKeVeer", a website which allows people to donate directly to an individual brave-heart's account
2017-11-30 09:46:48 Read More

Mirabai Chanu wins gold at World Weightlifting Championships

Chanu, participating in the womenâ€™s 48kg event at the Championships held in Anaheim, USA, began with a total of 85kg and then followed up with 109kg to deliver India its second gold medal since Malleswari did the country proud in 1995.
2017-11-30 04:45:18 Read More

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Konta beats Keys; Svitolina advances in Brisbane

Flipkens beats Vekic at ASB Classic in Auckland

I-League: East Bengal play youthful Indian Arrows on Tuesday

Rains washes out 2nd T20I between New Zealand and West Indies

24-member Indian team for British Junior Open Squash

Stokes withdrawn from England's ODI squad, Malan in

Live score: New Zealand v West Indies, 2nd T20I

2017 review: India surprised the world with its love for football

I play PBL because I want to improve my game: Marin

Calendar 2018: FIFA World Cup, CWG, Asian Games and lot more

TOI Sportâ€™s Test XI of the year

South Africa attack the best in the world: Rohit Sharma

Live: Ranji Trophy Final: Delhi vs Vidarbha, Day 4

Delhi Dashers beat Hyderabad Hunters to register first victory

ISL: Bengaluru FC beat Kerala Blasters 3-1

Emotional Rana vows to beat Sushil for cancer-stricken mother

Man City winning run ends in draw at Crystal Palace

India vs SA: Batting star friends Kohli, De Villiers face off

Why Indian team may not face bouncy track in first SA Test

Manchester United's Young charged with violent conduct: FA

Tomas Berdych sees end of 'big four' era

Bowling with Kookaburra will be a challenge: Bhuvneshwar

Former Windies all-rounder Simmons is Afghanistan coach

Amarjit extends contract with Indian Arrows after Dheeraj blow

Vidarbha close in on Ranji title

Pogba urges misfiring Man United to 'wake up'

When you're passionate, you play no matter what: Paes

Shiv Kapur wins third title of the year

When Mushtaq Ali told Bhutto 'India is my home'

Virat Kohli remains second in Test rankings

Losing only one game at World Blitz huge: Anand

Losing only one game at World Blitz huge: Anand

Tata Open Maharashtra: Indian youngsters' chance to shine at big stage

New techniques behind India's badminton success: Tian Houwei

Pooja defeats real-life 'Dangal' girl Geeta

Less tournaments mean less injuries: Saina

Hang me if I am guilty, says upset Sushil Kumar

Ashton Agar ready for another spin tilt at England in Sydney

Dheeraj Singh quits Arrows for foreign dream

Antonio Conte hails a year to remember for Chelsea

2017 review: Indian women cricketers won hearts and accolades

2017: A year of sporadic magic moments from the world of cricket

Qatar Open kicks off 2018 season without big stars

Premier League clubs ready for January sales

Ranji Trophy final live: Delhi vs Vidarbha, Day 3

Hat-trick man Rajneesh Gurbani 'bright India prospect'

2017 review: Steve Smith ruled the Test batting charts

United slip to third after goalless draw with Southampton

Serie A: Dybala scores brace as Juventus, Napoli pull clear

Serie A: Dybala scores brace as Juventus, Napoli pull clear

Salah shines as Liverpool down Leicester

Chelsea outclass Stoke in five-goal drubbing

Marcelinho's hat-trick helps Pune blank Northeast 5-0

Viswanathan Anand wins bronze at World Blitz Chess Championship

Warm-up pitch wouldn't have been close to Test track: Kohli

Team India up for challenge against South Africa: Shastri

Have come a long way but under no delusions: Virat Kohli

Beaten Serena Williams unsure about Australian Open

PBL: Saina Nehwal leads Awadhe Warriors to second straight win

Roger Federer ends memorable 2017 with win at Hopman Cup

The series is not just about my duel with De Villiers: Kohli

Rajyavardhan Rathore visits Karni Singh Shooting Range

Lean and mean Rajneesh Gurbani working on 'increasing pace'

We are ready for South Africa, says Virat Kohli

Sakshi, Babita named in Indian wrestling team for 2018 CWG

Seasoned Jaffer steadies Vidarbha after Gurbani hat-trick

Australia doubts as Novak Djokovic pulls out of Qatar Open

Captain Smith leaves England empty-handed again

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Australia and England draw 4th Ashes Test

FIR against wrestler Sushil Kumar after ugly brawl

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Gurbani second bowler to take hat-trick in Ranji final

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