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Sports News For The Year 2017 and Month May

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We played for 15 years, Kumble didn't fight with anyone: Harbhajan

Harbhajan Singh has come out in support of his longtime teammate Anil Kumble amid reports of rift between the current India coach and captain Virat Kohli.
2017-05-31 17:13:24 Read More

WWE SmackDown live: Nakamura pins Owens again

This week's SmackDown Live kicked off The Kevin Owens' 'Highlight Reel' with Shinsuke Nakamura as the special guest but Baron Corbin decided to interrupt and claimed he will walk away the with the Money in the Bank briefcase.
2017-05-31 14:50:59 Read More

Champion Djokovic eases into French Open third round

He may be carrying a little more around the middle than in his Roland Garros pomp, but the star appeal of Andre Agassi was undeniable at the French Open on Wednesday as his new charge Novak Djokovic romped to a second-round win.
2017-05-31 14:30:44 Read More

BCCI officials Sridhar, Amitabh likely to interact with Kohli, Kumble

In a tight corner amid speculation of a rift between chief coach Anil Kumble and skipper Virat Kohli, the BCCI top brass seems to be on damage control mode and some key officials are likely to meet the duo separately in Birmingham.
2017-05-31 14:05:00 Read More

French Open: Bopanna in men's doubles second round

Rohan Bopanna crossed the first-round hurdle in men's doubles but Sania Mirza bowed out in the opening round of the women's doubles event in the French Open on Wednesday.
2017-05-31 13:35:50 Read More

Wenger signs new two-year contract with Arsenal

Arsene Wenger has ended speculation over his future by signing a two-year contract extension with Arsenal, the Premier League club announced on Wednesday.
2017-05-31 13:03:59 Read More

Venus stellar in Paris with straight sets win over Nara

With superstar sister Serena away pregnant, it was left to 36-year-old Venus to carry the standard for the Williams family at Roland Garros on Wednesday, with a second-round thumping of Japan's Kurumi Nara.
2017-05-31 12:24:34 Read More

Erratic Kvitova's comeback cut short by Mattek-Sands

Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova's comeback was cut short on Wednesday when she was dumped out of the French Open in a second round straight-set defeat to doubles world number one Bethanie Mattek-Sands.
2017-05-31 11:59:45 Read More

South Africa remain confident despite England loss: De Villiers

South Africa captain AB de Villiers insists his team remains confident of doing well in the Champions Trophy despite a dramatic series defeat at the hands of England going into the big event beginning on Thursday.
2017-05-31 11:50:47 Read More

Tsonga dumped out of French Open by unheralded Olivo

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga's French Open hopes vanished into thin air on Wednesday when he was sent packing in the first round with a 7-5 6-4 6-7(6) 6-4 defeat against Argentine Renzo Olivo on Wednesday.
2017-05-31 11:31:51 Read More

Captain and coach will not always be on same page: Gavaskar

Amid speculation of a rift between Virat Kohli and Anil Kumble, former captain Sunil Gavaskar on Wednesday said it is impossible for a captain and coach to always be on the same page on all cricketing issues.
2017-05-31 11:23:49 Read More

Historic first for India as Aditi, Sharmila tee up at LPGA

This week's ShopRite LPGA Classic in New Jersey will mark a historic moment for Indian women's golf as Aditi Ashok and Sharmila Nicollet will be teeing up at the event for the first time ever.
2017-05-31 11:15:04 Read More

Laxman hails government's decision to not play with Pakistan

Former India cricketer VVS Laxman on Wednesday backed the government's decision to not play a bilateral series against Pakistan, saying it is "beyond sport at the moment".
2017-05-31 11:01:49 Read More

Kohli, Dhoni, Yuvraj, Raina in list of top 100 athletes

India captain Virat Kohli, former skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni and stylish left-handed batsmen, Yuvraj Singh and Suresh Raina, have found places in this year's ESPN World Fame 100 list that made its debut last year.
2017-05-31 10:40:35 Read More

I feel ready for Champions Trophy now: Dinesh Karthik

After failing in India's first warm-up match against New Zealand, Dinesh Karthik, who replaced an injured Manish Pandey from the original squad, scored a blazing 94 off just 74 balls against Bangladesh on Tuesday.
2017-05-31 09:30:01 Read More

India, Australia favourites at CT despite off-field worries

There are serious off-field issues plaguing both teams but defending champions India, along with the mighty Australia, will start as title contenders in the ICC Champions Trophy, beginning on Thursday.
2017-05-31 07:00:28 Read More

Ready reckoner: India at 2017 ICC Champions Trophy

Champions Trophy 2017: The Indian cricket team led by Virat Kohli will on Sunday begin its defence of the ICC Champions Trophy which was won under MS Dhoni four years ago, also in England, when it faces Pakistan at Edgbaston.
2017-05-31 06:39:25 Read More

NEROCA boss the art of winning over odds

After four months of overcoming odds, with a 4-1 win over Lonestar Kashmir, NEROCA were declared winners, bringing the state of Manipur its long awaited crowning jewel.
2017-05-31 06:30:05 Read More

Clash of egos led to impasse between Kohli and Kumble?

When Virat Kohli allegedly spoke to the Committee of Administrators (CoA) about Anil Kumble's overbearing attitude on the day of the IPL final (May 21), he was speaking about a series of incidents that led to a misunderstanding between the two.
2017-05-31 04:21:25 Read More

CT: The battle of perceptions between India and Pakistan

Virat Kohli's India seem to be getting better at mastering the art of positive intent. Can Sarfraz Ahmed too make his team ignore the gnawing fear of failure ahead of Sunday's all-important India-Pakistan clash?
2017-05-31 03:54:36 Read More

India at the ICC Champions Trophy: Five of their best wins

As Virat Kohli's team enters the 2017 edition in England hoping to defend the title, here's a look at five of India's best wins at the Champions Trophy.
2017-05-31 02:50:05 Read More

We wanted to give Dinesh Karthik a longer run: Kohli

A mighty pleased Virat Kohli on Tuesday hinted at the possibility of including Dinesh Karthik in the playing XI when India lock horns with Pakistan in their big-ticket ICC Champions Trophy opener on June 4.
2017-05-30 17:20:50 Read More

Murray sweeps into French Open second round

World number one Andy Murray overcame a second-set blip to defeat Russia's Andrey Kuznetsov 6-4, 4-6, 6-2, 6-0 in the French Open first round. Murray finished runner-up to Novak Djokovic at Roland Garros a year ago
2017-05-30 17:03:17 Read More

Hamou kicked out of French Open after kissing journalist

Maxime Hamou was banished from the French Open on Tuesday after the French player kissed and cuddled a TV journalist following his first-round exit, the French tennis federation (FFT) said.
2017-05-30 16:50:36 Read More

Champions Trophy: India beat Bangladesh by 240 runs in warm-up tie

A supremely assertive India on Tuesday humiliated Bangladesh by 240 runs in a warm-up game and geared up for the ICC Champions Trophy in an emphatic fashion, sounding a warning for arch-rivals Pakistan.
2017-05-30 16:14:44 Read More

Tiger Woods asleep at wheel of car before Florida arrest: Police

Tiger Woods was asleep at the wheel of a stationary Mercedes-Benz vehicle on a Florida road and did not know where he was, according to a police report released on Tuesday, a day after his arrest on a charge of driving under the influence.
2017-05-30 15:24:44 Read More

Can Ravindra Jadeja reclaim 2013 vintage in ODIs?

The 2013 Champions Trophy was the tournament where Ravindra Jadeja finally won over his critics. With 12 wickets and a handy cameo with the bat in the final, he was one of the architects of India's successful campaign.
2017-05-30 15:01:38 Read More

Hsieh Su-Wei stuns Johanna Konta at French Open

Taiwan's Hsieh Su-Wei knocked British seventh seed Johanna Konta out of the French Open, registering her first victory over a top 10 player. Konta has yet to win a match in Paris in three main draw appearances.
2017-05-30 12:11:41 Read More

Virat Kohli only Indian in top 10 of ICC rankings

India captain Virat Kohli is the lone cricketer from the country to feature in the top 10 of the ICC Players Rankings for ODIs as he managed to hold on to his third spot in the batsman's chart.
2017-05-30 11:58:00 Read More

Del Potro mauls Pella on French Open comeback

Juan Martin del Potro made a triumphant return to the French Open on Tuesday, defeating compatriot Guido Pella in his first match at Roland Garros since 2012.
2017-05-30 11:34:10 Read More

WWE RAW: Roman Reigns picks up clean victory over Seth Rollins

The go-home Monday night RAW before Extreme Rules kicked off with a touching video remembering the Memorial Day. The IT couple of WWE, Miz and Maryse made their way to the ring to host Miz TV and their guests â€“ Sheamus and Cesaro.
2017-05-30 10:27:41 Read More

There was no need for BCCI to meet PCB: Vijay Goel

Sports Minister Vijay Goel on Tuesday said there was no need for the Indian board officials to meet their Pakistani counterparts when they knew the bilateral cricketing ties were subject to clearance from the government.
2017-05-30 09:40:11 Read More

Champions Trophy, warm up: India v Bangladesh

Match updates from the 5th warm-up game of the ICC Champions Trophy 2017 between India and Bangladesh played at The Oval.
2017-05-30 09:34:27 Read More

India can retain Champions Trophy: Kumar Sangakkara

"This year we have four Asian teams in the tournament and clearly India is current the pack-leaders in the region. It won in 2013 and it has a team capable of winning this year too," Kumar Sangakkara wrote.
2017-05-30 06:37:05 Read More

Eoin Morgan confident morale intact after Proteas' pummeling

England collapsed to 20/6 -- the first time any side had lost six wickets in the first five overs of an ODI -- after being sent into bat in overcast conditions and on a green-tinged pitch at 'the home of cricket'.
2017-05-30 04:06:55 Read More

Eoin Morgan confident morale intact after Proteas' pummeling

England - A happy hunting ground for Indian cricket team

Indians love playing in England, having won three big ones there - 1983 World Cup, 2002 NatWest Trophy and 2013 Champions Trophy. Can they add a fourth one?
2017-05-30 03:41:37 Read More

Tiger Woods 'sorry' for DUI, says alcohol not involved

14-time major champion Tiger Woods blamed his arrest on a reaction to a mixture of prescription medication he has been taking, insisting in an apology to fans that alcohol was not involved in the incident.
2017-05-30 02:52:50 Read More

Anil Kumble as long-term India coach? Virat Kohli not ready

Is trouble brewing in the Indian team between coach Anil Kumble and senior players led by captain Virat Kohli? Sources say Kohli and some other players aren't happy with Kumble's way of guiding the team.
2017-05-30 02:42:31 Read More

World number one Andy Murray looks for French Open tonic

World number one Andy Murray, who was the first British man to reach the Paris final since 1937 when he lost to Novak Djokovic 12 months ago, faces Andrey Kuznetsov, the world number 85, in his opening round.
2017-05-30 02:42:26 Read More

3rd ODI: Rabada sparks England slump against South Africa

Kagiso Rabada sparked a dramatic England collapse as South Africa won by seven wickets to record a consolation win in the third one-day international at Lord's on Monday.
2017-05-29 17:06:59 Read More

Golfer Tiger Woods arrested in Florida on DUI charge

Golfer Tiger Woods was arrested in South Florida on Monday morning on a charge of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, according to media reports.
2017-05-29 16:16:04 Read More

Tiger Woods arrested in Florida on DUI charge: Reports

Former world No. 1 golfer Tiger Woods was arrested in South Florida early on Monday on a charge of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, according to an online Palm Beach County Police report.
2017-05-29 16:16:04 Read More

No outcome from meet; BCCI unlikely to pay PCB

The meeting between the top BCCI and PCB officials in Dubai ended without any conclusive outcome after the Indian government on Monday refused to give clearance for any bilateral series with Pakistan.
2017-05-29 15:59:14 Read More

Djokovic makes winning French Open start on Agassi's watch

Defending champion Novak Djokovic enjoyed a winning French Open start under new coach Andre Agassi on Monday, cruising past Spain's Marcel Granollers 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 in the first round.
2017-05-29 15:46:29 Read More

In English conditions, all-out aggression may not work: Kedar

Kedar Jadhav is naturally excited about featuring in his first ICC event but is fully aware that his all-out aggressive approach won't work in English conditions.
2017-05-29 13:23:47 Read More

French Open: Muguruza downs Schiavone to begin title defence

Reigning French Open champion Garbine Muguruza breezed into the second round on Monday with a straight-sets win over 2010 Roland Garros winner Francesca Schiavone.
2017-05-29 11:07:20 Read More

3rd ODI: South Africa beat England by seven wickets

South Africa captain AB de Villiers won the toss and elected to field against England in the third one-day international at Lord's on Monday.
2017-05-29 10:48:53 Read More

I had to change something, says Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic parted company with his entire coaching team earlier this month, admitting he needed to rediscover his spark after some disappointing results this year including a second-round exit at the Australian Open.
2017-05-29 09:32:42 Read More

Rohit Sharma set to get some time at top against Bangladesh

Rohit Sharma's limited overs career was transformed by Mahendra Singh Dhoni's inspired decision to promote him up the order during India's successful Champions Trophy campaign in 2013.
2017-05-29 08:30:05 Read More

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Sports minister rules out India-Pakistan series

Minister of Sports, Vijay Goel, has played down the possibility of a potential India-Pakistan bilateral cricket series in near future, as long as terrorism prevails on the other side of the border.
2017-05-29 08:00:31 Read More

2017 ICC Champions Trophy team preview: Sri Lanka

Over the past two years, Sri Lanka have lost ODI series to Pakistan, New Zealand, England, Australia and South Africa while drawing one with Bangladesh.
2017-05-29 06:54:53 Read More

2017 ICC Champions Trophy team preview: Pakistan

Pakistan have never won the tournament, and in the last edition four years ago in England lost each of their three matches.
2017-05-29 05:39:29 Read More

With CoA backing, is it advantage Kumble already?

With three stalwarts of Indian cricket - Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly and VVS Laxman - all set to decide on the new India coach in the first week of June, is it advantage Anil Kumble?
2017-05-29 04:22:37 Read More

Champions Trophy: Ignore Yuvraj Singh at your peril

At a time when power-hitting is the name of the game, Yuvraj Singh continues to wow spectators with his sheer timing, the follow through of his bat resembling an artist's paint brush on a virgin canvas.
2017-05-29 04:01:54 Read More

Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic launch French Open assaults

Rafael Nadal is bidding to become the first player in the Open era to win 10 titles at any Grand Slam event, with a spectacular return to form in 2017 once more marking the Spaniard out as this year's Roland Garros favourite.
2017-05-29 03:23:48 Read More

2017 ICC Champions Trophy team preview: New Zealand

If the conditions suit their fast bowlers, the Black Caps could prove a nuisance to the top teams in the tournament.
2017-05-29 03:21:47 Read More

2017 ICC Champions Trophy team preview: New Zealand

If the conditions suit their fast bowlers, the Black Caps could prove a nuisance to the top teams in the tournament.
2017-05-29 03:21:47 Read More

2017 ICC Champions Trophy team preview: New Zealand

If the conditions suit their fast bowlers, the Black Caps could prove a nuisance to the top teams in the tournament.
2017-05-29 03:21:47 Read More

2017 ICC Champions Trophy team preview: Australia

Australia's 15-man squad, which is captained by Steven Smith with David Warner the vice-captain, features five genuine fast-bowling options.
2017-05-29 02:52:18 Read More

2017 ICC Champions Trophy team preview: Australia

Australia's 15-man squad, which is captained by Steven Smith with David Warner the vice-captain, features five genuine fast-bowling options.
2017-05-29 02:52:18 Read More

Kohli, Shami shine as India beat New Zealand in warm-up tie

Defending champions India hit all the right chords during their 45-run win against New Zealand via D/L method in a rain-curtailed warm-up game where skipper Virat Kohli came good after a fine show from the bowlers.
2017-05-28 16:39:39 Read More

Under-bowled Hardik may not get new ball, feel experts

Hardik Pandya is a certainty in India's playing XI because of the balance he brings in as a seamer all-rounder but a lot of experts feel that the Baroda player may not be Virat Kohli's choice for the new ball.
2017-05-28 14:48:08 Read More

Vettel ends Ferrari's long wait for Monaco GP victory

Sebastian Vettel extended his Formula One championship lead over Lewis Hamilton to 25 points on Sunday after becoming the first Ferrari driver since Michael Schumacher in 2001 to win the showcase Monaco Grand Prix.
2017-05-28 14:05:42 Read More

Vettel ends Ferrari's long wait for Monaco GP victory

Top seed Kerber suffers historic French Open defeat

World No. 1 Angelique Kerber was dumped out of French Open, going down 6-2 6-2 in a first-round defeat to Ekaterina Makarova. She became the first top seeded woman to lose in the opening round of French Open since the sport went professional in 1968.
2017-05-28 12:17:34 Read More

Returning Kvitova wins Roland Garros opener

Petra Kvitova cruised into the French Open second round on Sunday as the Czech star returned from a lengthy lay-off after a harrowing knife attack at her home in December.
2017-05-28 10:49:50 Read More

Champions Trophy, warm-up: India v New Zealand

Get live cricket score & live commentary of 3rd wamp-up match between India vs New Zealand on Times of India.
2017-05-28 09:33:51 Read More

Lodha panel unhappy with coach appointment process

The Lodha committee came down heavily on the BCCI for re-doing the coach appointment process, adding that the BCCI could have given Anil Kumble an automatic extension after seeing his good work in the last one year.
2017-05-28 04:38:44 Read More

Champions Trophy: Finisher Dhoni at finishing line

Time is running out for MS Dhoni, who has struggled to make an impact of late. The Champions Trophy may be the last chance for his bat to do the talking.
2017-05-28 03:12:17 Read More

2nd ODI: Stokes, Wood shine as England snatch win from SA

Ben Stokes smashed a blistering century and Mark Wood bowled an excellent final over as England beat South Africa by two runs in the second one-day international in Southampton on Saturday for an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
2017-05-28 03:01:27 Read More

Arsenal beat Chelsea to win third FA Cup in four seasons

Arsene Wenger's turbulent year ended with a third FA Cup success in four seasons after Arsenal beat Chelsea 2-1 to deny the English Premier League champion a double on Saturday. Aaron Ramsey was the match-winner for the Gunners with his 79th minute goal.
2017-05-27 19:46:03 Read More

Confident that our team will do well, says Ajinkya Rahane

India's senior batsman Ajinkya Rahane is confident that if they play to their potential then they will be able to defend the Champions Trophy won in 2013.
2017-05-27 16:17:41 Read More

Champions Trophy: Yuvraj to miss first warm-up match due to fever

Senior batsman Yuvraj Singh, who is presently down with viral fever, will miss India's first warm-up match of the ICC Champions Trophy against New Zealand on Sunday.
2017-05-27 15:57:04 Read More

Nadal targets 10th title in French Open generation game

With the world's top five occupied by players over 30 for the first time, Rafael Nadal is poised to tighten the old guard's Grand Slam grip by capturing an unprecedented 10th French Open.
2017-05-27 11:33:04 Read More

2017 ICC Champions Trophy team preview: Bangladesh

Bangladesh last participated in the Champions Trophy in 2006, when they were knocked out in the qualifying round after losing to Sri Lanka and West Indies.
2017-05-27 08:51:29 Read More

2017 ICC Champions Trophy team preview: Bangladesh

Bangladesh last participated in the Champions Trophy in 2006, when they were knocked out in the qualifying round after losing to Sri Lanka and West Indies.
2017-05-27 08:51:29 Read More

2017 ICC Champions Trophy team preview: South Africa

Can South Africa, once again boasting a star-studded batting lineup, finally shed their â€˜chokersâ€™ tag at ICC events?
2017-05-27 05:07:28 Read More

Where does the buck stop in Kumble saga?

Despite 100 per cent success rate, the BCCI called for fresh applications for the position of coach for the Indian national men's team as Anil Kumble's tenure expires after the Champions Trophy.
2017-05-27 03:41:01 Read More

Fact-file: India's success stories at ICC Champions Trophy

India have played in the three finals in the Champions Trophy- winning in 2013, losing in 2000 and being declared joint winners with Sri Lanka in a rain-curtailed match in 2002.
2017-05-27 02:48:06 Read More

'I'm the favourite? I don't care', says Rafael Nadal

World number nine Rafael Nadal insisted Friday that he didn't care if he was regarded as the favourite for a 10th French Open, even if his rivals begged to differ.
2017-05-26 13:59:05 Read More

Chance phone call led to Djokovic snaring Agassi

"It turned out to be a long conversation, and that's where it all started. At that time, at that point, we both didn't think about this evolving to become a professional relationship, but finally, after a few weeks, it did. It was completely up to him," said the 30-year-old Djokovic.
2017-05-26 13:25:51 Read More

Chance phone call led to Djokovic snaring Agassi

Djokovic and Nadal could meet in French Open semifinals

Nadal has been the dominant player of the clay-court season and has won 17 straight matches on his favourite surface, while Djokovic has been struggling with form and confidence recently.
2017-05-26 11:48:22 Read More

Writing off Kohli will mean eating a humble pie: Hussey

"I think Australia has a great chance. The team looks strong but it is a very tough competition to win as all the teams are very good and you can't really afford any slip-ups along the way," Mike Hussey said.
2017-05-26 11:36:45 Read More

Has BCCI advertised for the head coach because of this?

Two days after Mumbai Mirror reported Team India head coach Anil Kumble's demands of captaincy fees for Virat Kohli and a position for himself on the selection committee, the BCCI on Thursday showed Kumble and the team who's the boss.
2017-05-26 05:20:23 Read More

Has BCCI advertised for the head coach because of this?

Champions Trophy: Past Winners

Unlike the World Cup, the ICC Champions Trophy is much shorter and crisper in duration - this edition in England will last 18 days - and pits only the top cricket teams against each other.
2017-05-26 04:58:24 Read More

Coach as selector: Can India go the Australia, England way?

In their respective tenures in the past, former India coaches - John Wright, Greg Chappell and Gary Kirsten - were all part of the selection panel as advisers, but without a vote.
2017-05-26 03:54:26 Read More

BCCI hunts for coach, Anil Kumble on sticky wicket

The fact that BCCI has sought applications despite Anil Kumble enjoying one of India's most successful cricket seasons with the national team is surprising. Well-placed sources in BCCI told TOI hours after releasing the statement that "Anil is on a sticky wicket".
2017-05-26 03:46:48 Read More

Down the years: India at the ICC Champions Trophy

Since its inception in 1998, the ICC Champions Trophy has been a see-saw ride for the Indian cricket team. They have made the final thrice - winning in 2013, losing in 2000 and being declared joint winners with Sri Lanka in 2002.
2017-05-26 03:33:23 Read More

Champions Trophy: Batting out of an identity crisis

India is to host the Champions Trophy 2021 edition, but if the ICC's proposed ODI league, designed to make bilateral ODI cricket more relevant, kicks off by 2019, then the future of the tournament will become uncertain.
2017-05-26 02:54:17 Read More

Hardik and Kedar have eased the pressure on Dhoni: Kohli

"Too much burden was coming on MS in the past couple of years, was what we felt. He wasn't able to express himself purely because of the fact there are not enough guys showing composure to finish off games with him," Virat Kohli said.
2017-05-25 15:41:51 Read More

Kohli on Kumble's contract: BCCI is following due process

India captain Virat Kohli said that BCCI is only following a due process by inviting fresh application for chief coach's post with Anil Kumble's contract expiring at the end of Champions Trophy.
2017-05-25 15:06:10 Read More

Reminded govt about Pakistan series 15 days ago: BCCI

The PCB has sent a notice of intent to the BCCI claiming compensation of around $69.4 million for India not honouring the MoU signed between the two boards in 2014 to play six bilateral series between 2015 and 2023.
2017-05-25 13:06:07 Read More

ICC Cricket Committee recommends DRS for T20Is

The committee has also recommended the adoption of the majority of the changes to the laws, most significantly giving umpires the power to send off players from the field in response to the most serious incidents of player misconduct, such as violence on the field.
2017-05-25 12:40:52 Read More

Provide list of current office-bearers: CoA to state units

The Committee of Administrators (CoA) on Thursday sent a fresh communication to the various state units of BCCI asking them to furnish the names of the current office-bearers along with the duration of their stay.
2017-05-25 12:24:25 Read More

Man United claim Europa via Mourinho's 'preferred way'

Expectedly, the mood remains sober as Manchester mourned Monday's terror attack. Manchester United played an emotional game to achieve the goal set by their new manager.
2017-05-25 12:03:12 Read More

Star-studded evening for Tendulkar's biopic

The who's who of the country gathered under one roof to watch the special screening of legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar's biopic - 'Sachin: A Billion Dreams'.
2017-05-25 12:02:02 Read More

BCCI invites applicants for India coach, Kumble a direct entry

The BCCI announced Thursday that it will begin the process for new applicants for the position of head coach of the Indians men's cricket team, with Anil Kumble a direct entrant into the process by virtue of being the current coach.
2017-05-25 07:54:16 Read More

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Not hikes, it's about restructuring the contracts: BCCI

IPL is a money-spinner dictated by market forces. The intelligence of a franchise in cutting a fat cheque for, a Rahul Tripathi or a Krunal Pandya, cannot be argued even if in the bargain a Cheteshwar Pujara or a KL Rahul misses out.
2017-05-25 04:43:47 Read More

Not hikes, it's about restructuring the contracts: BCCI

Anil Kumble wants Zaheer Khan as India bowling coach?

Anil Kumble: Apparently, the 38-year-old Zaheer Khan was approached by the BCCI to be the India bowling coach last year too, but both the parties couldn't reach a consensus on the terms and conditions of his contract.
2017-05-25 04:20:13 Read More

Ravichandran Ashwin has 'something new' up his sleeves

Quizzed on how challenging it is to adapt to the frequent rule chances in One-day cricket, Ravichandran Ashwin gave an answer which reflected how much he's willing to adapt to the changing demands of the game.
2017-05-25 03:43:58 Read More

India v Pakistan: Virat Kohli warns against getting emotional

Virat Kohli loves a duel with the old enemy and slammed a hundred in the World Cup opener in Adelaide in 2015 and has also played critical match-winning knocks against Pakistan in multi-nation events.
2017-05-25 03:28:24 Read More

I don't play for redemption: Virat Kohli

Ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy, Virat Kohli has a philosophical view about his success or lack of it in England and feels players from the sub-continent are scrutinized unfairly when they travel overseas.
2017-05-25 03:08:25 Read More

Manchester United outclass Ajax to win Europa League

Manchester United's Paul Pogba and Henrikh Mkhitaryan scored a goal in each half as their team comfortably outclassed Ajax Amsterdam to win an emotional Europa League final 2-0 and qualify for the group stages of the Champions League.
2017-05-25 02:53:10 Read More

Sudirman Cup 2017: India qualifies for knockout stage

The Indian badminton team sealed a place in the knockout stage of the Sudirman Cup mixed team championship, despite Indonesia pulling off a stunning 3-2 victory over Denmark in the last match of the Group 1D.
2017-05-24 15:05:10 Read More

Why is failure matter of life and death for us, laments Kohli

Why is failure in one series a matter of "life and death" for sub-continent cricketers, wondered India captain Virat Kohli, asserting he never plays for redemption.
2017-05-24 14:12:25 Read More

Why is failure matter of life and death for us, laments Kohli

Why is failure in one series a matter of "life and death" for sub-continent cricketers, wondered India captain Virat Kohli, asserting he never plays for redemption.
2017-05-24 14:12:25 Read More

Champions Trophy tougher than World Cup: Virat Kohli

India skipper Virat Kohli on Wednesday conceded that Champions Trophy is qualitatively much more competitive than the World Cup, with top eight teams battling it out in a condensed schedule.
2017-05-24 13:12:52 Read More

Spain Supreme Court confirms Messi fraud sentence

Spain's Supreme Court on Wednesday confirmed a 21-month jail sentence and two-million-euro ($2.2-million) fine imposed on Lionel Messi for tax fraud, months after the Barcelona football star lodged an appeal.
2017-05-24 11:54:14 Read More

Nothing changes in our head when we face Pakistan: Virat Kohli

There has been quite a hype around India facing Pakistan in their ICC Champions Trophy 2017 opener next month but for Virat Kohli it's just another game and the team will prepare for it the same way as it does for any other.
2017-05-24 11:41:48 Read More

Will throw up something new in Champions Trophy: Ashwin

After a gruelling home season of 13 Test matches, Ravichandran Ashwin was advised rest during the Indian Premier League and the tweaker's next assignment is India's Champions Trophy defence in England.
2017-05-24 10:10:17 Read More

Bowlers second-class citizens in white-ball cricket: Bond

Writing for the International Cricket Council ahead of the upcoming Champions Trophy in England starting June 1, former New Zealand pacer Shane Bond said limited-overs cricket is "a batsman's game".
2017-05-24 09:31:19 Read More

Ashwin wins International Cricketer of the Year award

India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin on Wednesday won the coveted International Cricketer of the Year award at the CEAT Cricket Rating (CCR) International awards 2017.
2017-05-24 08:58:04 Read More

No Federer, Serena, Sharapova, no problem for Roland Garros

Roland Garros organisers are confident that the absence from the 2017 French Open of Roger Federer, Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova will just be a footnote when the story of the second major of the season is told.
2017-05-24 05:28:17 Read More

I felt a sense of responsibility after the Pune Test: KL Rahul

Carefully delineating his comeback, having started his rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru, KL Rahulâ€‹ is not losing sleep over missed chances in his still blossoming career.
2017-05-24 04:56:15 Read More

Task force wants India coaches' pay on par with foreigners

The task force, which submitted its recommendations for Tokyo, said work on the main report, which encompasses the 2024 and 2028 Olympics is still in progress. The 2020 suggestions now await Centre's approval.
2017-05-24 04:07:29 Read More

Task force wants India coaches' pay on par with foreigners

CT: Long home season, IPL could leave Indian pacers fatigued

The dreaded 'F' word is doing the rounds again especially about the pacers in the current Indian team, led by skipper Virat Kohli, as they gear up to defend their Champions Trophy crown in England.
2017-05-24 03:48:21 Read More

Representing India is a great responsibility: Jinder Mahal

TOI Sports caught up with 'The Maharaja', as he talks about his title win, representing India in WWE, dramatic physical transformation and a special message he has for the youth of India.
2017-05-24 03:01:51 Read More

2003 WC final could've been different if T20 was around then: Sachin

Sachin Tendulkar feels the advent of Twenty20 has changed batsmen's approach to chasing big scores in ODIs, something that would be of help if India were to replay the lost 2003 World Cup final against Australia.
2017-05-23 13:44:07 Read More

Sudirman Cup 2017: India beat Indonesia 4-1

India dished out a dominating show to notch up a stunning 4-1 win over former champions Indonesia to keep themselves afloat for a knockout berth in the Sudirman Cup mixed team badminton championship on Tuesday.
2017-05-23 13:23:36 Read More

Champions Trophy: BCCI raises team security concerns with ICC

The BCCI has raised concerns about the Indian team's security in England during the upcoming Champions Trophy in the wake of the terrorist strike in Manchester with the ICC, acting secretary Amitabh Chaudhry said on Tuesday.
2017-05-23 13:07:49 Read More

BCCI captains' conclave favours home and away format

The concept of going back to the home and away format in Ranji Trophy games after one year's experiment with neutral venue format found favour from the majority of participants in the BCCI's captains-cum-coaches conclave.
2017-05-23 12:38:12 Read More

Agassi could bring something special to Djokovic: Leconte

Novak Djokovic could be on the verge of "something special" after teaming up with Andre Agassi for the French Open, former Roland Garros runner-up Henri Leconte said on Tuesday.
2017-05-23 12:09:13 Read More

IPL review: RPS reap benefits of star-power, young blood

The crux of Supergiant success was formed by uncapped domestic talents such as Rahul Tripathi, Washington Sundar and Shardul Thakur, who took center-stage and finished the IPL carving a name for themselves.
2017-05-23 11:19:04 Read More

Full Text: Olympic Task Force interim report

The Olympic Task Force, set up by the Sports Ministry, on Monday recommended formation of an 'Empowered Steering Committee' for the 2020 Tokyo Games along with removal of salary cap for the Indian coaches.
2017-05-23 09:16:05 Read More

Ben Stokes credits Steve Smith, IPL stint for improving his game

All-rounder Ben Stokes was named IPL's Most Valuable Player with his 12 wickets and 316 runs in 12 games helping Rising Pune Supergiant to reach the final before he returned to England for international duty.
2017-05-23 08:35:41 Read More

Ben Stokes credits Steve Smith, IPL stint for improving his game

Mumbai Indians' legend grows with a record third IPL title

With the vast number of match-winners and international players in their ranks, it really wasn't any surprise that Mumbai Indians capped off the 10th edition of the IPL as its most successful franchise.
2017-05-23 04:58:54 Read More

Andy Murray searching for form ahead of French Open

Andy Murray has accrued 1,210 to the 4,915 points of Rafael Nadal and looks a pale imitation of the player who won his last 24 matches of 2016 to knock Novak Djokovic off his pedestal and seize power in men's tennis.
2017-05-23 03:37:20 Read More

Malinga's protege Bumrah now leads attack for champs

Bowling with good pace and firing in yorkers at will, 23-year-old Jasprit Bumrah played the role of the strike bowler for his team to perfection as the Mumbai Indians bagged their third IPL title, finishing as the champs' top wicket-taker with 20 scalps in 16 games@22.00, and an economy rate of 7.41.
2017-05-23 03:33:16 Read More

IPL 2017 final was best T20 tie of my life: Rohit Sharma

Rohit said All three (titles) are special But the last game (IPL 2017 final) is the best T20 tie he has been a part of. He can't single out any one edition because all the three editions the team won were special and it took a lot of hard work to win
2017-05-23 02:50:12 Read More

Nitin Tomar costliest buy at Pro Kabaddi Season 5

Raider Nitin Tomar emerged the costliest buy at the Pro Kabaddi Season 5 auctions, upstaging the likes of raider Rohit Kumar bought by Bengaluru Bulls for Rs 81 lakh, Manjeet Chillar, who went for Rs 75.5 lakh, and defender Surjit, who was aquired by Bengal Warriors for Rs 73 lakh.
2017-05-23 02:19:06 Read More

Batting at No. 4 in IPL won't cause problems during CT: Rohit

Rohit Sharma believes that batting at No. 4 for Mumbai Indians will have no bearing when he goes out to open the batting for India in the ICC Champions Trophy as the two are completely different formats.
2017-05-22 15:15:30 Read More

Form empowered panel for Tokyo Olympics: Task force

Ban on Sreesanth: HC issues notice to BCCI's Vinod Rai panel

The Kerala High Court on Monday sought the BCCI's stand on a plea by cricketer Sreesanth challenging the life ban imposed upon him by the game's governing body after detection of the 2013 IPL 6 spot-fixing scandal.
2017-05-22 13:48:02 Read More

Umar dropped from Pakistan squad after failing fitness tests

Pakistan batsman Umar Akmal has been asked to return home from England after he twice failed fitness tests, days ahead of the upcoming Champions Trophy.
2017-05-22 12:14:55 Read More

Crash, bang, wallop: 10 match-winning cameos of IPL 2017

Beyond the big innings, there were several brief flurries that proved instrumental in victory for various franchises across the last six weeks of IPL 2017, which spanned 60 matches and threw up many close wins. Here are ten of the best cameos from the tournament...
2017-05-22 09:49:44 Read More

When Mitchell Johnson cut Rising Pune Supergiant to size

Defending 10 runs in the final over, former Australian left-arm pacer Mitchell Johnson dismissed Manoj Tiwary and Rising Pune Supergiant captain Steve Smith off successive deliveries to turn the match in Mumbai Indians' favour.
2017-05-22 08:36:57 Read More

IPL 2017: Five uncapped Indians who stole the thunder

A look at five uncapped Indian cricketers who turned in strong performances for their receptive franchises in IPL 2017.
2017-05-22 08:17:44 Read More

IPL 2017: Team of the tournament

We sift through the numbers to come up with a formidable XI that best sums up the success stories of IPL 2017.
2017-05-22 07:47:07 Read More

Individuals can win games but team work can win titles: Rohit Sharma

Mumbai Indians rode on their bowlers' superb display to eke out a close one-run win over Rising Pune Supergiant in a low-scoring final to win the Indian Premier League title Sunday night in Hyderabad.
2017-05-22 06:32:49 Read More

Good and bad of Indian Premier League 2017

Coming after a cloud of uncertainty due to administrative chaos and a long home season, IPL-10 kept us glued to the couch, providing us with plenty of thrilling moments. TOI takes a look at the good and bad of the league...
2017-05-22 04:10:24 Read More

Cristiano Ronaldo leads Real Madrid to 33rd La Liga title

Real Madrid ended a five-year wait to win La Liga as Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema secured a 2-0 win at Malaga which clinched a 33rd league title triumph. Real finished the campaign on 93 points, three clear of last year's champions Barcelona.
2017-05-22 03:16:17 Read More

Mumbai beat Pune by one run to claim their third IPL crown

Mitchell Johnsonâ€™s final over heroics helped Mumbai Indians seal their third Indian Premier League title with a one-run win over Rising Pune Supergiant at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad.
2017-05-22 02:54:32 Read More

I had faith in my bowlers during death overs: Rohit Sharma

Rising Pune Supergiant were on course to win their maiden IPL title but the Mumbai Indians pace trio of Lasith Malinga, Jasprit Bumrah and Mitchell Johnson choked the rivals to script a thrilling win.
2017-05-22 02:53:45 Read More

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I had faith in my bowlers during death overs: Rohit Sharma

Virat Kohli-Anil Kumble pay pitch may hit MS Dhoni

Through a joint presentation to CoA and BCCI in Hyderabad on Sunday, Virat Kohli, via video conference, and Anil Kumble proposed a new three-tier gradation payments system with Test players being paid the highest followed by ODI and T20 players.
2017-05-22 01:11:41 Read More

Novak Djokovic announces Andre Agassi will coach him at French Open

Novak Djokovic has announced that Andre Agassi will coach him at the French Open, which starts next Sunday.
2017-05-21 16:47:11 Read More

Kumble proposes 150 percent hike for Grade A players

Chief coach Anil Kumble and skipper Virat Kohli on Sunday demanded a massive hike to the tune of 150 percent for Grade A players in the Central Contracts and substantial raise for the support staff.
2017-05-21 14:19:50 Read More

Vinales wins French MotoGP after Rossi crashes

Vinales won the French Grand Prix and took the lead in MotoGP championship after Rossi crashed on the last lap at Le Mans. French rider Johann Zarco, the double Moto2 world champion, took his first MotoGP podium with second place on the non-works Tech3 Yamaha after leading for the first seven laps.
2017-05-21 13:40:26 Read More

Vinales wins French MotoGP after Rossi crashes

IPL Final Live: Pune on top as Mumbai lose seven wickets

Get live commentary & live score updates of IPL Final 2017 between Rising Pune Supergiant vs Mumbai Indians on Times of India.
2017-05-21 13:34:10 Read More

Sakshi and I motivate each other all the time: Vinesh

One went on to make history while the other missed out on much deserved success but there is no hint of jealousy in the equation between Sakshi Malik and Vinesh Phogat and they continue to benefit from each other by training together.
2017-05-21 12:15:57 Read More

IPL Final, Highlights: Mumbai Indians v Pune Supergiant

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Mumbai Indians vs Rising Pune Supergiant on Times of India.
2017-05-21 12:09:06 Read More

IPL Team review: Late blemishes hurt Knight Riders

KKR were strong title contenders, and until the fumble heading into the Playoffs, they lived up to the reputation. The side majorly lost out due to a few concerning spots, and those prevailed throughout.
2017-05-21 11:51:59 Read More

WWE NXT TakeOver: Bobby Roode retains, DIY break up

With four titles on the line WWE NXT TakeOver Chicago lived up to the expectation with Roode, Auska and AOP retaining their titles, but the biggest draw of the night was the colossal break down of Tomasso Ciampa.
2017-05-21 11:44:14 Read More

Nothing but respect for MS Dhoni: Sanjiv Goenka

Sanjiv Goenka spoke to the TOI on various topics involving his team's newfound success, the whole talk surrounding MS Dhoni, his plans to stay connected with IPL after this two-year window and removing the 'S' from Rising Pune Supergiants.
2017-05-21 04:09:19 Read More

IPL 2017: It's the Maharashtra derby, once again

Steve Smith's Rising Pune Supergiant eye their maiden Indian Premier League crown as they meet tournament favourites Mumbai Indians in a mouth-watering title clash in Hyderabad on Sunday. TOI takes a look at the teams' news and the players who can make the presence felt for their teams in the final.
2017-05-21 03:36:01 Read More

MI v RPS: Pune, Mumbai seek final hurrah

BCCI to open tender for IPL sponsorship rights on May 31

The BCCI will open on May 31 the tender process for allocating the cash-rich IPL's title sponsorship rights for the next five-year cycle. VIVO's title sponsorship rights ends with this edition of the tournament.
2017-05-20 17:23:05 Read More

IPL 2017: Smith, Rohit play down head-to-head results

Steve Smith and Rohit Sharma refused to read too much into their their head-to-head record, where the enviable mingles with the undesirable, on the eve of the title clash of Indian Premier League's tenth edition.
2017-05-20 17:06:12 Read More

Khalid Latif boycotts Pakistan spot-fixing hearing

Former Pakistan opener Khalid Latif on Saturday boycotted the proceedings of a spot fixing hearing after after a tribunal refused to give him a copy of his recorded interview.
2017-05-20 14:44:55 Read More

Khalid Latif boycotts Pakistan spot-fixing hearing

Djokovic eases into Rome semis after rain delay

World number two Novak Djokovic dealt with unfinished business by beating Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro 6-1 6-4 in a rain-delayed Italian Open quarter-final on Saturday.
2017-05-20 14:08:59 Read More

IPL 2017: Mumbai Indians' road to the final

The strongest start to any IPL season, the first team to seal passage to the play-offs and the first to win 100 games. Here's how Mumbai Indians made it this far.
2017-05-20 13:30:33 Read More

IPL 2017: Mumbai Indians' road to the final

The strongest start to any IPL season, the first team to seal passage to the play-offs and the first to win 100 games. Here's how Mumbai Indians made it this far.
2017-05-20 13:30:33 Read More

IPL 2017: How Rising Pune Supergiant made the final

The Pune-based franchise, in its second season, stormed into the play-offs by clinching second spot in the points table and then brushed aside Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 1.
2017-05-20 12:18:35 Read More

Indian compound archers claim men's team gold at World Cup

The Indian men's compound archery team won the gold medal at the World Cup Stage-I, beating Colombia in the final. The team comprising Abhishek Verma, Chinna Raju Srither and Amanjeet Singh prevailed 226-221 against the Colombians.
2017-05-20 06:04:41 Read More

IPL 2017: Sanju Samson's season of redemption

Two passages of play from two Delhi Daredevils matches in this year's IPL are key to understanding Sanju Samson.
2017-05-20 05:48:59 Read More

IPL 2017: Sanju Samson's season of redemption

Two passages of play from two Delhi Daredevils matches in this year's IPL are key to understanding Sanju Samson.
2017-05-20 05:48:59 Read More

WSG arbitration: CoA 'requests' Srinivasan to testify

Recently, the CoA-looking into the matter - wrote to former BCCI president N Srinivasan, who was the secretary of the board at the time of terminating the contract with WSG, to come and testify. It is learned that "Srinivasan gave it a serious thought at first but later declined."
2017-05-20 05:19:27 Read More

Does 'icon' Tendulkar make more than 'mentor' Dravid?

"Former stalwart Sachin Tendulkar, who is the 'icon' for Mumbai Indians, gets a hefty paycheque, which could be higher than Rahul Dravid's salary, for donning the role," a source said.
2017-05-20 04:18:35 Read More

IPL 2017: Karn Sharma spins Mumbai Indians into final

Karn Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah shared seven wickets to sink Kolkata Knight Riders and help Mumbai Indians enter the 2017 Indian Premier League final with a six-wicket win at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore on Friday.
2017-05-20 03:22:10 Read More

We deserve to be in the final: Rohit Sharma

A team effort every time has been Mumbai Indians' key to success, captain Rohit Sharma said after their facile six-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the IPL second qualifier game at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
2017-05-20 02:51:33 Read More

IPL 2017, Live Score: MI vs KKR, Qualifier 2

Get live commentary & live score updates of Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders Qualifier 2 on Times of India
2017-05-19 13:59:18 Read More

I won't request for Wimbledon wildcard: Sharapova

Former Wimbledon champion Maria Sharapova said she will not request a wildcard into this year's championships after failing to gain a high enough ranking for direct entry to the main draw.
2017-05-19 13:30:56 Read More

2 undeserving medicos in Rio team? CBI launches probe

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has initiated a preliminary enquiry into allegations of nepotism and favouritism against some Indian Olympic Association officials in sending two medical professionals with the Indian team to the Rio Olympics last year.
2017-05-19 12:53:02 Read More

IPL 2017: MI vs KKR Qualifier 2 live updates

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders Qualifier 2 on Times of India
2017-05-19 12:03:53 Read More

A fiction film on my life would not have worked: Tendulkar

"But I am not going to act," was Sachin Tendulkar's response when he was approached for a biopic and the cricket legend concedes that it took him a while to accept the idea of a film on his life.
2017-05-19 11:45:45 Read More

A fiction film on my life would not have worked: Tendulkar

A good season for SRH but an unfortunate end

Sunrisers Hyderabad had an impressive season overall but a couple of unfavourable results ultimately ended their campaign in the Eliminator.
2017-05-19 11:31:46 Read More

Sachin Tendulkar meets PM Modi to discuss upcoming biopic

Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss an upcoming biopic on his life - 'Sachin a Billion Dreams'.
2017-05-19 07:53:49 Read More

'Even if big three move away, I-League will be on top'

"I-League will continue to be the league of the country for next three years till both merge and become one league. We will not do anything until the AFC gives us an approval to what we are doing. We will explain our road map to AFC and FIFA," Praful Patel said.
2017-05-19 04:41:29 Read More

In cash-rich BCCI, curators & groundsmen await their share

They are the first ones to reach the ground and the last to leave, putting in the longest hours on the field. And yet, the Indian curators and groundsmen, who are responsible for preparing the 22-yard pitches and the outfield for the domestic and international matches, are paid a pittance.
2017-05-19 04:04:20 Read More

IPL 2017: Rain rule, schedule under the scanner

Both teams criticised the late-night drama that ensured after rain played havoc with Wednesday's Eliminator. For over three hours, the fortunes of Kolkata and Hyderabad were at the mercy of the rain gods.
2017-05-19 03:49:18 Read More

Kolkata, Mumbai keep fingers crossed ahead of Qualifier 2

Old foes Kolkata Knight Riders and Mumbai Indians will lock horns for the third time for a place in the IPL final when they go for the Qualifer 2 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Friday.
2017-05-19 03:10:06 Read More

Karthik replaces injured Pandey for Champions Trophy

Senior Tamil Nadu wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik on Thursday earned a recall to the Indian cricket team for the upcoming Champions Trophy after Manish Pandey was ruled out due to a side-strain.
2017-05-18 16:27:50 Read More

Karthik replaces injured Pandey for Champions Trophy

I love the challenge of bowling in Powerplay: Washington Sundar

Washington Sundar may just be 17, but in this IPL, he has shown his maturity. The Pune offie, with 8 scalps from 10 games, has been Steve Smith's go-to man during the Powerplay overs.
2017-05-18 13:25:21 Read More

India maintain top position in ICC Test rankings

India retained its top position in ICC Test rankings with 123 points â€” a clear six point lead over second placed South Africa. The Proteas (117 points) have reduced the gap with India to six points.
2017-05-18 12:43:45 Read More

Federer smart to target quicker surfaces, says Djokovic

Roger Federer made a smart decision by pulling out of this month's French Open, where he has less chance of adding to his 18 grand slam titles than on the sport's quicker surfaces, world number two Novak Djokovic said on Thursday.
2017-05-18 11:40:01 Read More

You can't be playing cricket at 2 am, says Nathan Coulter-Nile

Kolkata Knight Riders survived a rain scare to notch up a seven-wicket win via D/L method after they were set a revised target of 48 runs from 6 overs in the rain-truncated Eliminator against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
2017-05-18 08:47:04 Read More

British Indian surgeon leads cricket bat design research

The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), the sport's governing body, has incorporated Chinmay Gupte team's findings to ensure that both the cricket bat and ball are treated equally in terms of the laws of the game.
2017-05-18 05:51:15 Read More

British Indian surgeon leads cricket bat design research

Batsmen will need to adapt quickly in CT: John Wright

While India enjoyed quite a bit of success under him, John Wright proved to be a good coach in T20 cricket too -- Mumbai Indians won their maiden IPL title in 2013, and then the Champions League T20 title with him in charge.
2017-05-18 05:11:43 Read More

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Batsmen will need to adapt quickly in CT: John Wright

'Four outstanding seamers' for CT makes Kapil Dev smile

Kapil Dev is satisfied with the composition of the Indian side that will be defending its Champions Trophy title, and is of the belief that it's for the first time that the bowlers will be leading the charge in quest for glory.
2017-05-18 04:42:52 Read More

Bowlers set the game up for us: Gautam Gambhir

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Gautam Gambhir credited his bowling unit for setting up the game for his side in the IPL Eliminator against defending champions Sunrisers Hyderabad.
2017-05-18 02:50:12 Read More

Kolkata beat Hyderabad to win rain-hit Eliminator, edge closer to final

Needing 48 runs in 6 overs (D/L method) to set up a Qualifier 2 date with Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders stuttered in the chase but registered a seven-wicket win with four balls to spare against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
2017-05-18 02:46:25 Read More

IPL 2017: Invisible captain Dhoni behind Pune's rise

When Steven Smith was nominated as skipper of the Rising Pune Supergiant and replaced Mahendra Singh Dhoni, there was a lot of anger from the fans of the great Indian keeper-bat.
2017-05-17 12:43:22 Read More

IPL: KKR beat SRH by 7 wickets in Eliminator (D/L); to face MI in Q2

Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad in a rain-affected IPL Eliminator by seven wickets via Duckworth Lewis System to enter the Qualifier 2 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Thursday.
2017-05-17 12:19:18 Read More

Harbhajan writes to Kumble, requests to look into Ranji fees

Time away from national team has given Harbhajan Singh a fresh perspective about the condition of an average domestic cricketer, prompting him to request chief national coach Anil Kumble to raise the issue of their match fees with the COA.
2017-05-17 12:12:06 Read More

Sharapova vows to 'rise up again' after French Open snub

Maria Sharapova vowed Wednesday to "rise up again" after she was told she would not be given a wildcard for the French Open following her 15-month ban for doping.
2017-05-17 11:48:38 Read More

Sharapova vows to 'rise up again' after French Open snub

Maria Sharapova vowed Wednesday to "rise up again" after she was told she would not be given a wildcard for the French Open following her 15-month ban for doping.
2017-05-17 11:48:38 Read More

Asian C'ship gold an incentive to achieve more: Bajrang

Bajrang Punia has come of age having finally won a gold medal at a major international event and the wrestler is eager to keep the juggernaut rolling at the World Wrestling Championship later this year.
2017-05-17 10:43:47 Read More

Virat Kohli will bounce back into form in CT: Kapil Dev

Cricket legend Kapil Dev is not losing sleep over the recent lean patch of Virat Kohli and is confident that the Delhi stalwart will bounce back into form in the ICC Champions Trophy commencing on June 1.
2017-05-17 09:41:09 Read More

Manoj Tiwary proves his worth again

Manoj Tiwary, who has scored 317 runs in 12 innings at a strike rate of 139.03, played a key role for Rising Pune Supergiant in their 20-run win over Mumbai Indians in the first Qualifier on Tuesday, scoring a skillful half-century.
2017-05-17 05:02:11 Read More

Hyderabad gear up to lock horns with Kolkata in IPL Eliminator

Shut out in the chase by eventual champions Sunrisers Hyderabad, Kolkata Knight Riders will seek to go the distance in their bid for a third IPL crown in 10 seasons. The form book gives the David Warner-led Hyderabad side the edge.
2017-05-17 04:07:15 Read More

Have we seen the last of Harbhajan Singh in MI colours?

Harbhajan Singh is the third highest wicket-taker in the history of the league, with 127 scalps in 136 matches and has an outstanding economy rate of 6.95. For a spinner, who has often bowled in the powerplays, it is nothing short of outstanding.
2017-05-17 03:49:55 Read More

Worst batting effort of the season: Rohit Sharma

Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma said their batting performance against Rising Pune Supergiant in Qualifier 1 was their worst of this Indian Premier League season.
2017-05-17 03:30:50 Read More

Sundar's triple strike and Dhoni's cameo take Pune into IPL final

Washington Sundar claimed three wickets after Mahendra Singh Dhoni's 26-ball 40 to help Rising Pune Supergiant reach their maiden IPL final after beating Mumbai Indians by 20 runs in the first qualifier.
2017-05-17 03:05:48 Read More

SFA aspires to be India's premier sporting system: Joshi

Sports For All is a multi-sporting program that operates in 25 disciplines and hopes to put the country on the global sporting map.
2017-05-17 02:58:45 Read More

BCCI officials may see hefty cut in foreign tour allowance

With BCCI bearing the cost of airport transfers, air travel, hotel stay and food and even daily taxi fares, questions are being raised over why $750 should be paid to the board officials when the cricketers are paid $125 as DA per day.
2017-05-17 02:05:32 Read More

Maria Sharapova denied French Open wild card

Twice former champion Maria Sharapova was surprisingly denied a wildcard into the French Open on Tuesday â€” ending intense speculation about her place in the claycourt slam since she returned from a 15-month doping ban.
2017-05-16 17:22:52 Read More

India to tour West Indies for five ODIs and one T20

The first of the five ODIs will be played on June 23 followed by four more games with the fifth and final ODI to be played on July 6 at the Sabina Park. The one-off T20I will conclude the tour three days later on July 9. This will be India's second trip to the Caribbean in back-to-back years.
2017-05-16 16:57:54 Read More

India to tour West Indies for five ODIs and one T20

Tendulkar rates 1999 Oz series as toughest of his career

Legendary batsman Sachin Tendulkar on Tuesday rated the Australian series of 1999 as the toughest in his 24-year long glorious international cricket career. The Steve Waugh-led side dominated the three-match series, handing India a 3-0 whitewash.
2017-05-16 14:48:44 Read More

I hope to see Messi win a title with Argentina: Puyol

Spanish football legend Carles Puyol is hoping to see his long-time Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi win a silverware with Argentina in the near future, something that has eluded him for long.
2017-05-16 14:28:28 Read More

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

Get live commentary & live score updates of Mumbai Indians vs Rising Pune Supergiant Qualifier 1 on Times of India
2017-05-16 13:46:51 Read More

IPL 2017: MI vs RPS Qualifier 1 updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Mumbai Indians vs Rising Pune Supergiant on Times of India
2017-05-16 13:14:26 Read More

KKR's form is not going to be relevant tomorrow: Moody

Sunrisers Hyderabad coach Tom Moody said Kolkata Knight Riders' recent slump in form would not have any bearing on the eliminator on Wednesday as they have enough experience of playing in the knockouts.
2017-05-16 12:55:22 Read More

Injuries, weak bowling prove costly for Gujarat Lions

Decked with big-hitters at the top of the order, the Gujarat Lions had one of the weakest bowling units in this Indian Premier League edition and they suffered heavily and ended at the seventh position.
2017-05-16 05:04:22 Read More

IPL team review: Inconsistency mars Kings XI Punjab

Kings XI Punjab slumped in the middle of this Indian Premier League edition with four straight defeats and that proved to be the difference even though they kept their hopes alive until the last moment.
2017-05-16 04:49:47 Read More

IPL: Jaydev Unadkat the giant behind Pune's rise

Jaydev Unadkat's ability to bowl slow off-cutters outside the off-stump has made him a difficult customer. He has also bowled conventional swing in the powerplays to pick wickets upfront.
2017-05-16 04:05:43 Read More

IPL: Jaydev Unadkat the giant behind Pune's rise

Mumbai take on bogey team Pune in first qualifier

Table-toppers Mumbai Indians will be itching to avenge their double defeat against Rising Pune Supergiant in the league stage when the two teams face-off in Qualifier 1 of the Indian Premier League in Mumbai on Tuesday.
2017-05-16 03:40:09 Read More

Roger Federer to skip French Open and focus on Wimbledon

Roger Federer, who defied logic to win the Australian Open in January after being out of tennis for six months, will skip the French Open for the second year running after missing last year's edition through injury.
2017-05-16 02:56:29 Read More

IPL: Erratic Delhi Daredevils endure yet another low

â€‹Delhi Daredevils endured yet another forgettable season and finished sixth among the eight franchises. In fact, this is the third year in a row that the Daredevils have ended up in bottom three.
2017-05-16 02:39:42 Read More

Indian batsmen's form will not affect their CT chances: Gayle

Most of them have not exactly been consistent during the ongoing IPL but West Indies swashbuckler Chris Gayle feels Indian batsmen have enough firepower to unsettle oppositions during the upcoming Champions Trophy.
2017-05-15 14:44:44 Read More

India women put on a world record stand in ODIs

The base for this record score was setup by openers Deepti Sharma (188) and Punam Raut (109) who combined for a womenâ€™s world record of 320-run stand. The partnership is the first 300 plus stand in Womenâ€™s ODIs.
2017-05-15 12:51:05 Read More

IPL 2017 team review: Royal Challengers, collectively abject

The franchise's campaign was plagued by injuries, pull-outs and loss of form and even the return of Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers did not have the desired impact.
2017-05-15 12:23:49 Read More

Pant will be a very important player for India: Rahul Dravid

"Rishabh played very well this year, played a very good innings, he entered the tournament at a very a difficult time, he lost his father, which shows his mental strength," Delhi Daredevils mentor Rahul Dravid said.
2017-05-15 10:22:35 Read More

IPL 2017: Mumbai Indians' top performers in play-offs

Ahead of the first Qualifier between Mumbai Indians and Rising Pune Supergiant, TOI Sports takes a look at how Mumbai have fared in IPL play-offs.
2017-05-15 09:58:56 Read More

IPL 2017: Mumbai Indians' top performers in play-offs

Ahead of the first Qualifier between Mumbai Indians and Rising Pune Supergiant, TOI Sports takes a look at how Mumbai have fared in IPL play-offs.
2017-05-15 09:58:56 Read More

IPL 2017 play-offs: All you need to know

After 56 league matches, the all-important play-offs are here - and we have you covered with what to expect from the next five days of Indian Premier League 2017.
2017-05-15 08:28:56 Read More

The heroes of Rising Pune Supergiant's play-offs surge

Ahead of the first Qualifier between Mumbai Indians and Rising Pune Supergiant on May 16 at the Wankhede Stadium, here's a look at how the fledgling franchise reached their first play-offs of the IPL.
2017-05-15 08:05:33 Read More

Explained: The IPL Qualifiers and Eliminator

Ahead of the IPL play-offs, which will feature Mumbai Indians, Rising Pune Supergiant, Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders, TOI Sports breaks down the rules of the two qualifying matches and the eliminator.
2017-05-15 05:38:58 Read More

IPL 2017: Virender Sehwag slams Glenn Maxwell after exit

Virender Sehwag was particularity disappointed with skipper Glenn Maxwell. "We always knew that when Maxwell fires, then he can win the match on his own. But he didn't fire in most games. That's big disappointment, especially since he's experienced, having played for Australia's Test and ODI teams."
2017-05-15 04:37:17 Read More

Virat Kohli to meet CoA over pay structure

Indian captain Virat Kohli is likely to take up the issue of hikes and payment structure of players when he meets the Committee of Administrators before the IPL final in Hyderabad on May 21.
2017-05-15 04:13:27 Read More

DD v RCB: Delhi lose but wooden spoon for Bangalore

Bottom dwellers Royal Challengers Bangalore ended their disappointing Indian Premier League campaign with a 10-run win over sixth-placed Delhi Daredevils in an inconsequential contest at the Ferozeshah Kotla on Sunday.
2017-05-15 03:16:40 Read More

Pakistan farewell Misbah and Younis with dramatic victory

A valiant, unbeaten century by Roston Chase almost staved off defeat for West Indies, who were all out for 202 in their second innings with only one over remaining in the third Test at Windsor Park in Roseau.
2017-05-15 03:08:28 Read More

RPS v KXIP: Pune slay Punjab, make the cut

The threat of rain, pressure to qualify for the playoffs and a bagful of other equations died a natural death as Steve Smith-led Rising Pune Supergiant defeated Kings XI Punjab by nine wickets in their IPL match on Sunday.
2017-05-15 03:02:41 Read More

Rafael Nadal edges out Thiem for fifth Madrid Masters title

14-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal consolidated his flying start to the clay-court season by taking a record-extending fifth Madrid Open title, battling past Dominic Thiem to win 7-6(10-8), 6-4.
2017-05-15 02:46:42 Read More

F1: Lewis Hamilton wins thrilling Spanish Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton roared back into serious contention for a fourth drivers' world title on Sunday when he drove to a well-judged victory for Mercedes in a dramatic Spanish Grand Prix.
2017-05-14 15:05:25 Read More

F1: Lewis Hamilton wins thrilling Spanish Grand Prix

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Silver for Sumit; India finish Asian C'ships with 10 medals

India ended its successful campaign at the Asian Wrestling Championships with a silver medal as Sumit went down to Yadollah Mohebi of Iran in men's 125kg freestyle gold medal bout on the final day of the competition.
2017-05-14 14:13:11 Read More

IPL: RCB beat Delhi Daredevils for consolation win

Royal Challengers Bangalore ended a dismal season on a positive note, beating Delhi Daredevils in IPL Match 56 by 10 runs on Sunday. Batting first, Virat Kohli scored a half-century to take RCB to 161/6 and then bowlers stepped up to bowl DD out for 151.
2017-05-14 12:09:56 Read More

Narang shoots better than WR, settles for silver

Sweden's Karl Olsson and London Games bronze medallist Gagan Narang scored better than the existing World Record to win gold and silver respectively in the rifle 50m prone final of International Shooting Competition of Hannover on Saturday.
2017-05-14 10:41:37 Read More

IPL live Score: Rising Pune Supergiant vs Kings XI Punjab

Get all the live updates of Match 55 of the IPL 2017 between Rising Pune Supergiant and Kings XI Punjab.
2017-05-14 09:43:53 Read More

IPL 2017: RPS vs KXIP Live Score updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Rising Pune Supergiant vs Kings XI Punjab on Times of India.
2017-05-14 08:13:40 Read More

India has good chance in Sudirman Cup: PV Sindhu

All set to spearhead India's campaign in the upcoming Sudirman Cup world mixed team badminton championships slated to be held in Australia, ace shuttler PV Sindhu is confident of a good show by the team.
2017-05-14 06:14:01 Read More

DD v RCB: Will Zaheer Khan get a pleasant send-off?

Only pride will be at stake when Delhi Daredevils host embattled Royal Challengers Bangalore in an inconsequential IPL game on Sunday with both teams seeking an end to their misfiring campaign on a positive note.
2017-05-14 05:17:29 Read More

IPL 2017: Virat Kohli sweats it out ahead of CT test

â€‹Virat Kohli, who is relatively new to captaining India across all formats - since January last - has faced a crisis for the first time as a captain in the IPL. "I am not trying anything extra. Just want to keep things simple," Kohli said after his regulation nets session.
2017-05-14 04:02:41 Read More

IPL 2017: Mumbai finish on top; Kolkata qualify

Mumbai Indians put up a spectacular team effort to down Kolkata Knight Riders by nine runs and finish as table toppers in the Indian Premier League in their rain-delayed last round match at Eden Gardens on Saturday.
2017-05-14 03:01:59 Read More

Gambhir blames irresponsible batting for loss against MI

Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Gautam Gambhir blamed his batsmen for their irresponsible batting after they suffered a nine-run loss against Mumbai Indians in IPL
2017-05-14 02:55:25 Read More

IPL: Hyderabad down Gujarat to qualify for play-offs

Defending champions Sunrisers Hyderabad cruised into the Indian Premier League play-offs with an easy eight-wicket victory over Gujarat Lions riding on a throughly professional team performance at Kanpur on Saturday.
2017-05-14 02:46:37 Read More

Nadal crushes Djokovic to reach Madrid Masters final

Rafael Nadal snapped a seven-match losing streak against Novak Djokovic in commanding fashion as he romped into the final of the Madrid Masters 6-2, 6-4 on Saturday.
2017-05-13 16:38:36 Read More

Nadal crushes Djokovic to reach Madrid Masters final

Rafael Nadal snapped a seven-match losing streak against Novak Djokovic in commanding fashion as he romped into the final of the Madrid Masters 6-2, 6-4 on Saturday.
2017-05-13 16:38:36 Read More

EPL: Man City hang on to beat Leicester and move third

Riyad Mahrez had a bizarre penalty ruled out as Manchester City survived a stirring Leicester City fightback to claim a 2-1 victory and climb above Liverpool into third place in the Premier League on Saturday.
2017-05-13 15:16:44 Read More

Wrestler Bajrang Punia wins gold at Asian Championships

Bajrang Punia clinched India's first gold medal at the ongoing 2017 Asian Wrestling Championships on Saturday, the penultimate day of the tournament, after winning his 65kg freestyle final against Lee Seung-chul of Korea.
2017-05-13 14:34:53 Read More

IPL Live Score: Kolkata Knight Riders v Mumbai Indians

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 54 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Mumbai Indians on Times of India.
2017-05-13 14:08:44 Read More

IPL 2017: Mumbai return to winning ways, KKR into playoffs

Mumbai Indians got back to winning ways with a nine-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders. And even though KKR failed in their attempt of going past the finishing line, they guaranteed themselves a spot in the Playoffs.
2017-05-13 12:47:24 Read More

Kohli will come good in Champions Trophy: Southee

Kohli, the Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper, had a lean patch in the IPL as the last year's runners-up side became the first team to be eliminated from the play-offs race of the T20 league.
2017-05-13 11:55:23 Read More

It will be India vs Australia in CT final: Clarke

"If it's hot and the wicket spins, there's no better exponents (on those tracks) than Ashwin and Jadeja. That will be in India's favour. In Jadeja, India have the luxury of a quality spinner, who can bat. He is as good a spinner as anybody in world cricket," said Clarke.
2017-05-13 09:20:44 Read More

IPL 2017: Hyderabad beat Gujarat to enter playoffs

Fine unbeaten half centuries by skipper David Warner (69) and Vijay Shankar (63) guided Sunrisers Hyderabad to a comfortable eight-wicket win over Gujarat Lions. With this win, Hyderabad became the second team to enter the playoffs.
2017-05-13 08:11:57 Read More

IPL 2017: Kolkata, Mumbai in battle for top two spots

Kolkata Knight Riders find nemesis Mumbai Indians in their way for a top-two finish as the two heavyweights clash in the final round of the Indian Premier League at Eden Gardens, in Kolkata on Saturday.
2017-05-13 05:21:30 Read More

IPL 2017: Qualifying scenarios for play-offs

TOI takes a look at how the tournament is placed.
2017-05-13 04:17:20 Read More

GL v SRH: Chance for Hyderabad to seal playoff berth

Faced with a do-or-die situation, defending champions Sunrisers would go all out against a struggling Gujarat Lions and clinch the last-available spot in the IPL Play-offs, when the two teams clash, in Kanpur on Saturday.
2017-05-13 04:03:39 Read More

Delhi Daredevils keep Rising Pune Supergiant waiting

Rising Pune Supergiant's wait to qualify for the IPL play-offs continued after the visitors went down to a disciplined Delhi Daredevils by seven runs in a league contest at the Ferozeshah Kotla on Friday.
2017-05-13 03:01:58 Read More

Chelsea clinch Premier League title with win at West Brom

Substitute Michy Batshuayi's dramatic 82nd-minute winner gave Chelsea the Premier League title following a hard-earned 1-0 victory at West Bromwich Albion. It is Chelsea's second title win in three seasons.
2017-05-13 02:46:17 Read More

Cops may quiz two Gujarat Lions players over fixing row

In a new twist to the IPL betting controversy, one of the three front men arrested from a Kanpur hotel reportedly claimed in his conversation with the Ajmer-based bookie that he was in touch with two players of Gujarat Lions. Based on this conversation, Kanpur cops may question the two players.
2017-05-12 21:53:35 Read More

Sakshi settles for silver at Asian Wrestling Championship

Three Indian women wrestlers, including Rio Olympics bronze medallist Sakshi Malik and Vinesh Phogat, settled for a silver medal each in their respective weight categories at the Asian Wrestling Championship on Friday.
2017-05-12 15:09:26 Read More

Virat knows how to get back into good form: Sehwag

Unconcerned by the indifferent form exhibited recently by India captain Virat Kohli, former swashbuckling batsman Virender Sehwag said on Friday that a player of his calibre knew how to get out of the rut.
2017-05-12 12:50:22 Read More

MS Dhoni captain of Ponting's all-time IPL XI

Former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting has picked Indian stalwart Mahendra Singh Dhoni as the captain of his all-time IPL XI, which comprises seven Indians and four foreigners.
2017-05-12 12:19:54 Read More

Spot-fixing: It's upto a player to act responsibly, says Sehwag

Former swashbuckling batsman Virender Sehwag said it was up to an individual player to keep away from activities such as betting and spot-fixing after the scourge resurfaced during the ongoing Indian Premier League on Thursday.
2017-05-12 12:10:54 Read More

IPL: Delhi Daredevils beat Rising Pune Supergiant by 7 runs

DD vs RPS, IPL 2017: Delhi Daredevils defeated Rising Pune Supergiant by seven runs in the Indian Premier League, Match 52, to keep them waiting for a playoff berth at the Feroz Shah Kotla on Friday.
2017-05-12 11:40:10 Read More

IPL: Delhi Daredevils beat Rising Pune Supergiant by 7 runs

Variation key to success in T20: Siddarth Kaul

Sunrisers Hyderabad pacer Siddharth Kaul, who has taken an impressive 15 wickets in eight matches of the ongoing IPL, said variation has been the key to his success in the shortest format.
2017-05-12 11:22:43 Read More

Sakshi enters final at Asian Wrestling Championships

Rio Olympics bronze medalist woman wrestler Sakshi Malik (60kg) assured herself of a silver medal after reaching the final at the Asian Wrestling Championship on Friday.
2017-05-12 06:34:44 Read More

Rising Pune Supergiant look to simplify play-offs race

Rising Pune Supergiant can qualify for the play-offs with victory over seventh-placed Delhi Daredevils at the Feroz Shah Kotla on Friday, and won't want to leave it until their last game with Kings XI Punjab.
2017-05-12 05:04:54 Read More

Kings XI Punjab beat Mumbai Indians to stay in the hunt

Mohit Sharma bowled a superb final over under pressure with Kings XI Punjab living to fight another day edging out Mumbai Indians by 7 runs in a high- scoring IPL thriller keeping their play-off chances alive.
2017-05-12 04:02:35 Read More

Athletes, coaches protest to reclaim Kanteerava stadium

Fed up with one football tournament after another repeatedly disrupting athletes' training at the stadium, Karnataka's legendary athletes and coaches joined forces to protest against the stepmotherly treatment meted out to athletes.
2017-05-12 03:33:30 Read More

Man United, Ajax squeeze into Europa League final

Manchester United survived a sizeable scare to reach their first Europa League final after a nervy 1-1 draw with Celta Vigo completed a 2-1 aggregate victory. Mourinho's side will play a youthful Ajax team in the final.
2017-05-12 03:02:17 Read More

Quit IPL, get 3-year deals, CA tells five top cricketers

Even as reports surfaced from Down Under that Cricket Australia had offered long-term contracts to five of its most valuable cricketers in exchange for not playing the IPL, it has come to light that the BCCI is busy planning a triangular series in Florida featuring Australia and England.
2017-05-12 00:53:43 Read More

Pakistan ready to play in India, says PCB chief

A desperate PCB chairman Shaharyar Khan on Thursday said that Pakistan is ready to send its national cricket team to India for a bilateral series despite reluctance from their Indian counterparts (BCCI).
2017-05-11 14:55:37 Read More

Pakistan ready to play in India, says PCB chief

Dhoni providing valuable inputs to Smith: Manoj Tiwary

Rising Pune Supergiant batsman Manoj Tiwary says Mahendra Singh Dhoni's valuable inputs to skipper Steven Smith has helped the team perform well in the Indian Premier League.
2017-05-11 14:10:12 Read More

Hopeful BCCI will have a new body by October: Vinod Rai

Vinod Rai is confident that his team could transform the "personality oriented" BCCI into a "structured" institution by October, a deadline he has set for COA to complete their assignment of implementing the RM Lodha Committee reforms.
2017-05-11 13:54:57 Read More

IPL: Kings XI Punjab beat Mumbai Indians by 7 runs to stay alive

Despite recording the highest team total of the season - 230 for 3 â€“ Kings XI Punjab had to sweat it out in the middle to beat Mumbai Indians (223/6) by seven runs to keep themselves alive in the race for the playoffs.
2017-05-11 12:59:35 Read More

Vijender terminates agreement with Queensberry Promotions

Indian boxing star Vijender Singh has terminated his contract with the UK-based Queensberry Promotions, complaining that the company failed to deliver on its obligations in the last one year.
2017-05-11 11:54:29 Read More

Vijender terminates agreement with Queensberry Promotions

India not dependent on Kohli in Champions Trophy: Kapil Dev

Kapil Dev, whose wax figure was unveiled by Madame Tussauds Delhi, said India definitely have the ability to defend their Champions Trophy title, but it depends on how they execute their plans during the event.
2017-05-11 08:48:30 Read More

Aussie cricketers offered multi-year contracts to forgo IPL

The offer, made to Test captain Steve Smith, vice-captain David Warner and fast bowlers Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins, however, were met with a lukewarm response from the players, who normally get a one-year contract.
2017-05-11 06:57:56 Read More

When Rishabh Pant was caught unawares by Suresh Raina

Rishabh Pant forgot to ground his bat after a close leg-before appeal off the bowling of Pradeep Sangwan. And Gujarat Lions captain Suresh Raina, standing in the slips, was alert enough to knock down the stumps.
2017-05-11 06:43:35 Read More

Things got so bad that we laughed it off: Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore went from favourites to wooden spoon claimants in five weeks of Indian Premier League and players are hurt by the performance this season but not brooding over it.
2017-05-11 05:00:16 Read More

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IPL 2017: Can Kings XI Punjab live another day?

The clash against table-topper Mumbai Indians is another must-win for Glenn Maxwell-led Kings XI Punjab, who can take immense confidence from having beaten Kolkata Knight Riders in their own den on Tuesday.
2017-05-11 04:29:13 Read More

Hope I win MoM awards in remaining two games: Iyer

Shreyas Iyer said he would aim to win back-to-back man of the match awards in the remaining two games for Delhi Daredevils, following a classy 96 that sealed a two-wicket victory over Gujarat Lions.
2017-05-11 03:35:38 Read More

Shreyas Iyer guides Delhi to consolation victory against Gujarat

Shreyas Iyer drove, punched, swept and pulled with confidence as Delhi Daredevils chased down a challenging target of 196 runs with two deliveries remaining in a thrilling encounter against Gujarat Lions.
2017-05-11 03:30:48 Read More

CL: Atletico comeback falls short as Real reach final

Real Madrid inflicted a fourth Champions League elimination on Atletico Madrid in as many years, losing their semi-final second leg 2-1 but progressing to the final 4-2 on aggregate. Real face Juventus in the final in Cardiff on June 3.
2017-05-11 02:49:09 Read More

Asian Wrestling C'ships: Harpreet wins bronze medal

Harpreet Singh fetched the first medal for India on the opening day of the Asian Wrestling Championships when he bagged a bronze in the Greco-Roman 80kg category on Wednesday.
2017-05-10 16:08:44 Read More

Anil Kumble's new contract to be discussed post CT

Chief coach Anil Kumble's fresh contract will be up for discussion after Indian cricket team's Champions Trophy assignment in England. Kumble was given a one-year contract till end of June 2017.
2017-05-10 15:51:27 Read More

Anil Kumble's new contract to be discussed post CT

Manohar set to complete his full term as ICC chairman

The uncertainty looming large over Shashank Manohar's tenure as International Cricket Council chairman ended after the former BCCI president made it clear that he will complete his term which runs till June 2018.
2017-05-10 10:16:48 Read More

Aiming to make meaningful contribution in CT: Yuvraj Singh

"I am delighted to be returning to the India side for the 50-over ICC tournament and look forward to making a meaningful contribution as the side aims to defend its title," Yuvraj Singh said.
2017-05-10 09:19:20 Read More

Billings to try out Rahul Dravid's lessons at Champions Trophy

Seemingly bowled over by coach Rahul Dravid's "calming influence" in the Delhi Daredevils dressing room, England wicketkeeper-batsman Sam Billings said: "I just enjoy talking to him, whether it's about life or cricket."
2017-05-10 06:31:45 Read More

PCB sought ICC help, now seeking damages from India

The Pakistan Cricket Board has been in several discussions with the International Cricket Council for 'special funding' to sustain itself financially.
2017-05-10 05:52:46 Read More

PCB sought ICC help, now seeking damages from India

The Pakistan Cricket Board has been in several discussions with the International Cricket Council for 'special funding' to sustain itself financially.
2017-05-10 05:52:46 Read More

Gujarat Lions look to avenge defeat to Delhi Daredevils

Their campaign done and dusted after being knocked out of the play-off race, Gujarat Lions and Delhi Daredevils will look to salvage pride when they clash in the Indian Premier League.
2017-05-10 04:16:08 Read More

BCCI 'ignores' South Africa's IPL pull-out threat

Johri confirmed receiving the communication from Lorgat and added that he had chosen to "ignore" the request. "I didn't even bother to communicate. We will communicate when the time is right," Johri told TOI.
2017-05-10 03:56:12 Read More

Playing too many dot balls cost us the match: Gambhir

Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Gautam Gambhir felt his side played too many dot balls after the Powerplay and this cost them the match against Kings XI Punjab.
2017-05-10 03:19:31 Read More

KXIP v KKR: Bowlers keep Punjab in hunt for play-off berth

Chris Lynn's brilliant 84 went in vain as Kings XI Punjab produced a clinical bowling show under pressure to beat Kolkata Knight Riders by 14 runs in a tense IPL match and keep themselves afloat in the T20 tournament.
2017-05-10 03:02:19 Read More

Alves special sends Juventus into Champions League final

A stunning Dani Alves volley helped Juventus stroll into their second Champions League final in three years on Tuesday as a 2-1 win on the night completed a 4-1 aggregate victory over outclassed Monaco.
2017-05-10 02:59:20 Read More

Bhupathi recalls association with Leander Paes

Former doubles star Mahesh Bhupathi on Tuesday reminisced about the heydays shared with doubles partner Leander Paes and asserted that what the pair have achieved for Indian tennis won't ever be replicated.
2017-05-09 15:37:33 Read More

MoU not binding, BCCI tells Pakistan Cricket Board

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has rejected the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) demand for compensation for not honouring the MoU signed between them saying that it was not binding.
2017-05-09 14:11:46 Read More

Bindra slams NRAI after shooters stranded at airport

Olympic gold-medallist Abhinav Bindra on Tuesday lashed out at the National Rifles Association of India (NRAI) for not coming to the aid of shooters, who were stranded at the IGI airport after their ammunition was denied clearance for several hours.
2017-05-09 13:44:45 Read More

IPL: Tense win keeps Kings XI Punjabâ€™s play-off hopes alive

Riding on a superb bowling display by the spinners in the middle overs followed up by excellent death-over bowling by Mohit Sharma and Sandeep Sharma, Kings XI Punjab (167/6) beat Kolkata Knight Riders (153/6) by 14 runs
2017-05-09 13:12:07 Read More

Jhulan Goswami becomes top wicket-taker in Womenâ€™s ODIs

Former Indian womenâ€™s cricket captain Jhulan Goswami has become the leading wicket-taker in Womenâ€™s One-Day Internationals going past Australian Cathryn Fitzpatrick record of 180 wickets on Tuesday.
2017-05-09 11:08:22 Read More

Indian shooters stalled at IGI airport for 13 hours

The shooters, who returned after participating in the Plzen shooting Grand Prix, have been asked to stay at the airport by the customs department which is not clearing the shooters' guns, and leaving them clueless about the future course of action.
2017-05-09 10:15:37 Read More

Kolkata seek top-two finish in match against Punjab

KXIP vs KKR: The Gautam Gambhir-led side are now at second spot in the league table with 16 points from 12 matches with the help of eight wins and they would look to consolidate their position with a win over Kings XI, who suffered a six-wicket defeat to Gujarat Lions.
2017-05-09 07:26:15 Read More

Proteas wrecking ball Rabada wants to stay the course

Fast bowlers are cricket's most vulnerable players and South Africans are already fretting over the workload of Kagiso Rabada who is tipped to lead the Proteas attack for years to come, at least once Dale Steyn heads off into the sunset.
2017-05-09 06:56:48 Read More

Missing Olympic medal keeps me awake at nights: Srikanth

Rio Games quarter-finalist Kidambi Srikanth has admitted to being close to shattered at having come agonizingly close to an Olympic medal last year, in what was the defining moment of his badminton career.
2017-05-09 06:18:46 Read More

Sai & Srikanth, forever a part of Indian badminton history

Last month, B Sai Praneeth and Kidambi Srikanth made history by becoming the first Indian badminton pair to reach the final of a Superseries when they faced each other in the summit clash of the Singapore Open.
2017-05-09 06:07:41 Read More

Players 'scared' to criticise Maria Sharapova: Bouchard

Canadian Eugenie Bouchard beat Maria Sharapova for the first time in five meetings in the second round of the Madrid Open on Monday 7-5, 2-6, 6-4 just a week after labelling the Russian "a cheater".
2017-05-09 05:38:03 Read More

Fabregas condemns Boro as Chelsea close on EPL title

The victory left Chelsea seven points clear of Tottenham Hotspur at the summit and means they will be crowned champions for the second time in three seasons if they win at West Bromwich Albion on Friday.
2017-05-09 04:32:39 Read More

CoA holds out olive branch to BCCI's state bodies

Out of the major reforms like one state one-vote, three year cooling off period, age cap of 70 years on administrators and the tenure of office-bearers in states and BCCI, which the state bodies are contesting, the CoA is willing to consider two of them.
2017-05-09 04:25:12 Read More

Middlesbrough relegated from Premier League

Just one year after winning promotion to the Premier League, Middlesbrough will return to the second-tier having paid the price for a lacklustre campaign which has so far featured only five wins from 36 league games.
2017-05-09 03:48:19 Read More

This defeat is an eye-opener: Rohit Sharma

Mumbai Indians, who have been good chasers, opted to bat against the defending champions Sunrisers Hyderabad and managed only 138 for seven, eventually losing by seven wickets in Hyderabad on Monday.
2017-05-09 03:26:12 Read More

Hyderabad make light of Mumbai, Delhi out of contention

Sunrisers Hyderabad, guided by Shikhar Dhawanâ€™s 62*, defeated Mumbai Indians by seven wickets in an Indian Premier League 2017 match. SRH now have 15 points in 13 games and need one more win to enter the play-offs.
2017-05-09 03:05:40 Read More

IPL 2017: Pune kid's hand in Jaydev Unadkat's hat-trick?

On April 28, Omkar Pawar may have had no clue when he gave Rising Pune Supergiant pacer Jaydev Unadkat tips for taking a hat-trick during a meet-and-greet programme in Pune.
2017-05-08 18:08:41 Read More

Kuldeep Yadav, Rishabh Pant unlucky to miss out: Prasad

India's senior selection committee, stated the chief selector MSK Prasad, did not have any easy time picking the Champions Trophy squad, and that five players - among them Rishabh Pant and Kuldeep Yadav - came very close to being selected.
2017-05-08 08:32:33 Read More

Champions Trophy: Rohit, Shami recalled to India's squad

India's squad for their defense of the Champions Trophy, scheduled across England from June 1-8, features no surprise as Rohit Sharma and Mohammed Shami have returned in a familiar 15-man pool of players.
2017-05-08 07:20:21 Read More

SRH v MI, IPL 2017: Hyderabad in Mumbai crunch clash

Stung by successive losses, Sunrisers Hyderabad will look to turn the ship around and inch closer to a play-off berth when they face table-toppers Mumbai Indians in a crucial IPL T20 match on Monday.
2017-05-08 05:53:36 Read More

Not very far from my best: Saina Nehwal

"It is not easy to come back after such a surgery because there are slot of movements you suddenly forget. The cross movement is a struggle to deal with, and it takes time to get your movement back," Saina said.
2017-05-08 05:17:50 Read More

Team for Champions Trophy: Extra batsman or third spinner?

If there is any question mark over off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin's fitness, then left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav could get a look in as back-up spinner for the Champions Trophy to be held in England.
2017-05-08 03:42:05 Read More

The loss is pretty devastating, says Glenn Maxwell

Kings XI Punjab captain Glenn Maxwell put the blame of the defeat on the team's horrendous fielding effort against Gujarat Lions, saying the dropped catches hurt the team badly and dented their IPL play-off hopes.
2017-05-08 03:38:26 Read More

The loss is pretty devastating, says Glenn Maxwell

BCCI backs down, India to defend Champions Trophy

Left with no choice after the Committee of Administrators told BCCI not to adopt a confrontational approach with the ICC, the BCCI's special general meeting unanimously cleared the participation of the Indian team, the event's defending champions.
2017-05-08 03:24:07 Read More

KXIP v GL: Dwayne Smith's heroics trump Hashim Amla ton

Hashim Amla scored a ton as Kings XI Punjab posted a fighting total against Gujarat Lions, but the visitors chased it down thanks to a quick-fire innings by Dwayne Smith in the Indian Premier League match in Mohali on Sunday.
2017-05-08 02:54:36 Read More

IPL, Live score: Kings XI Punjab v Gujarat Lions

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 47 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Kings XI Punjab vs Gujarat Lions on Times of India.
2017-05-07 14:24:05 Read More

'Pune Supergiant and Gujarat Lions won't get extension'

Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Rajeev Shukla on Sunday made it clear that Rising Pune Supergiant and Gujarat Lions "will not get any extension" and if they have to come back in the 2018 season, it has to be through fresh bidding process.
2017-05-07 13:36:25 Read More

IPL 2017: KXIP v GL Live Score updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Kings XI Punjab vs Gujarat Lions on Times of India.
2017-05-07 13:01:51 Read More

BCCI discusses 'Dalmiya Model' to cover ICC loss

The BCCI General body on Sunday discussed late former president Jagmohan Dalmiya's proposed model to make up for the notional loss due to the reduced revenue share from the ICC.
2017-05-07 11:29:18 Read More

IPL 2017: Sunil Narine, Chris Lynn blow away RCB

Sunil Narine and Chris Lynn became the unlikeliest destructive force at the top of the order for Kolkata Knight Riders, combining for a 105-run stand for the opening wicket in just 36 deliveries and took the game away from Royal Challengers Bangalore
2017-05-07 07:45:02 Read More

BCCI clears India's participation in Champions Trophy

The clouds of uncertainty loom over the Indian team's participation in next month's ICC Champions Trophy finally over after BCCI gave defending champions an all-clear to participate in the upcoming event to be held in England.
2017-05-07 07:13:37 Read More

Simmons, Pollard took the game away from us: Zaheer Khan

Delhi Daredevils captain Zaheer Khan expressed helplessness when batsmen such as Lendl Simmons and Kieron Pollard get going as the two West Indians scripted the home team's fall with stupendous batting.
2017-05-07 03:04:42 Read More

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After the high, Delhi Daredevils hit new low

Mumbai Indians became the first team of IPL 2017 to qualify for the playoffs after thrashing Delhi Daredevils by a record margin of 146 runs in New Delhi on Saturday night. This is the highest margin of defeat in the history of IPL.
2017-05-07 02:55:19 Read More

PCB seeks Rs 447 crore compensation from BCCI

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has demanded a compensation close to Rs 450 crore from the BCCI for not honouring the MOU to play six bilateral series between 2014 and 2023.
2017-05-06 17:24:41 Read More

Old guard wants CT pull-out, CoA warns of consequences

A section of BCCI's old guard, especially from the N Srinivasan faction, is set to advocate a pull-out from the Champions Trophy despite the Committee of Administrators' (CoA) warning of possible consequences.
2017-05-06 14:16:06 Read More

Sultan Azlan Shah Cup: India beat NZ 4-0 to clinch bronze

A dominating India defeated New Zealand 4-0 in a one-sided encounter to clinch the bronze medal in Sultan Azlan Shah Cup hockey tournament in Ipoh, Malaysia on Saturday evening.
2017-05-06 12:17:52 Read More

IPL: Delhi Daredevils vs Mumbai Indians live highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Delhi Daredevils vs Mumbai Indians on Times of India
2017-05-06 11:38:50 Read More

IPL: MI hammer DD by record 146 runs to enter playoffs

IPL table-toppers Mumbai Indians entered the playoffs in style beating Delhi Daredevils by a record margin of 146 runs â€“ the biggest ever in the tournament history â€“ at the Feroz Shah Kotla on Saturday.
2017-05-06 11:38:50 Read More

IPL: MI hammer DD by record 146 runs to enter playoffs

IPL Live Score: Delhi Daredevils vs Mumbai Indians

Follow the live score and commentary from the IPL, Match 45 between Delhi Daredevils and Mumbai Indians.
2017-05-06 11:34:57 Read More

Will opening combo determine Champions Trophy selection?

With injured KL Rahul set to miss the mini World Cup in England and his opening partner Rohit Sharma likely to regain his place, will the selectors go for a seasoned campaigner or will they look to blood a rookie?
2017-05-06 11:26:00 Read More

Shiva Thapa settles for silver at Asian Boxing Championships

Shiva Thapa settled for a silver medal at the Asian Championships after an injury-forced loss in the final on Saturday, becoming the first Indian to claim three back-to-back medals at the continental showpiece.
2017-05-06 11:14:05 Read More

IPL: Unadkat hat-trick helps RPS beat SRH

Rising Pune Supergiant beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 12 runs in Match 44 of the Indian Premier League riding on Jaydev Unadkatâ€™s five for 30, including a hat-trick.
2017-05-06 08:28:13 Read More

KXIP will look to go all out against Gujarat Lions

On a roll with back-to-back wins, a resurgent Kings XI Punjab will look to go all guns blazing against down and out Gujarat Lions on Sunday to keep their IPL play-off hopes alive.
2017-05-06 06:42:57 Read More

Delhi's resurgence likely to be tested by table-toppers Mumbai

The Delhi Daredevils, who have got their mojo back with two back-to-back wins at home, would be looking to keep the momentum going when they take on the Mumbai Indians at the Kotla on Saturday. The battle between Bumrah and Pant could be the high point of the match.
2017-05-06 05:26:35 Read More

Indian cricket team for coming age

The IPL always throws up fresh, exciting talent. Even late bloomers grab attention. In IPL's 10th edition, a handful of young hotshots and some late starters have impressed. TOI compiles a playing 11 of these bright Indian sparks. Here's the team, in batting orderâ€¦
2017-05-06 04:36:11 Read More

Sandeep Sharma scalps big three to keep Punjab in the mix

Kings XI Punjab defeated Royal Challengers Bangalore by 19 runs at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore to keep alive their chances of qualifying for the Indian Premier League play-offs.
2017-05-06 03:00:25 Read More

Haven't seen so many batting collapses in single season: Kohli

"We let ourselves down with the bat once again. I have not seen so many collapses for a team in one season. You don't really understand what to do in times like these," Virat Kohli said.
2017-05-06 02:52:42 Read More

Azlan Shah: India lose 0-1 to Malaysia, fail to enter final

A listless India slumped to a heart-breaking 0-1 defeat to hosts Malaysia in their last league match as they failed to reach the final of Sultan Azlan Shah Cup hockey tournament on Friday.
2017-05-05 15:49:09 Read More

FIFA lifts Lionel Messi four-game international ban

FIFA on Friday overturned Barcelona star Lionel Messi's four-game ban from international matches imposed for swearing at an assistant referee, saying there was not enough evidence to support the stiff punishment.
2017-05-05 14:22:24 Read More

Olympic silver convinced me anything is possible: Sindhu

To become the first Indian woman to win an Olympic silver medal put her on a new pedestal, and transformed multiple-time TOISA winner PV Sindhu as the queen of Indian badminton.
2017-05-05 13:01:47 Read More

If 1st delivery is a bad one, I will hit it for a six: Pant

Rishabh Pant hit a magnificent 97 off 43 balls with six boundaries and nine huge sixes as Delhi Daredevils chased down a mammoth target of 209 in 17.3 overs to beat Gujarat Lions by seven wickets in their IPL match.
2017-05-05 12:23:17 Read More

Azlan Shah Cup, Live: India v Malaysia

Get the latest updates of India v Malaysia match of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup on Times of India.
2017-05-05 12:18:46 Read More

Djokovic splits with coaching team in bid to boost results

World number two Novak Djokovic has parted company with his coaching team in a bid to halt a run of poor results which culminated in a quarter-final exit at the Monte Carlo Masters last month.
2017-05-05 11:47:29 Read More

IPL: All-round Axar keeps Kings XI Punjab in playoff race

Axar Patel starred for Kings XI Punjab as his all-round show condemned Royal Challengers Bangalore to a 19-run defeat at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Match 43 of Indian Premier League on Friday.
2017-05-05 11:46:43 Read More

IPL: All-round Axar keeps Kings XI Punjab in playoff race

Asian Boxing: Shiva, Sumit in final; Vikas settles for bronze

Shiva Thapa (60kg) stunned top seed Dorjnyambuug Otgondalai of Mongolia to enter the Asian Boxing Championships final. However, middleweight (75kg) top seed Vikas Krishan settled for a bronze medal after he gave a walkover in the semifinal.
2017-05-05 11:36:03 Read More

Glad that you haven't watched me bat: Dravid to Pant, Samson

Chasing an imposing 209 to win, Rishabh Pant (97) and Sanju Samson (61) recorded a match-winning partnership of 143 off 63 balls for the second wicket to record a seven-wicket win over the Gujarat Lions.
2017-05-05 08:25:53 Read More

One of the best IPL innings I have seen: Sachin Tendulkar

Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson shared a 143-run stand off 63 balls for the second wicket to script a famous win for Delhi Daredevils. Other former cricketers and current ones playing in the IPL too joined Sachin Tendulkar in praising Pant.
2017-05-05 07:17:00 Read More

ICC Champions Trophy: Five questions for India's squad

India's squad for the ICC Champions Trophy should not contain many surprises, but if the selectors were to look at rewarding success in Indian Premier League 2017, who might the leading candidates be?
2017-05-05 05:25:20 Read More

Did ex-BCCI official use 'fake' govt support against ICC?

According to a source, the recently-displaced BCCI official approached a top government leader to seek his opinion on the current impasse between the Indian cricket board and the International Cricket Council.
2017-05-05 05:03:19 Read More

Windies level series as Pakistan fall under Gabriel's spell

Set a target of 188, Pakistan were never in contention after the pace barrage on a deteriorating pitch led by Shannon Gabriel, whose innings figures of five for 11 contributed to their demise for just 81 off 34.4 overs.
2017-05-05 04:43:24 Read More

Will decide on CT participation at SGM: Rahul Johri

India deliberately missed the April 25 deadline for submission of the Champions Trophy squad in the wake of ICC proposing a new financial model which reduces BCCI's revenues from $570 million to $293 million.
2017-05-05 04:23:07 Read More

Kings XI hope to avoid Royal Challengers banana peel

Out of the reckoning for the Indian Premier League play-offs with just two victories from 11 matches, Royal Challengers Bangalore can still pull Kings XI Punjab down with them should they win on Friday.
2017-05-05 03:10:52 Read More

Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson keep Delhi Daredevils in play-off hunt

The domination from Sanju Samson and Rishabh Pant enabled Delhi Daredevils to fashion the third highest successful chase in the IPL. The duo exploded in the middle overs as Suresh Raina ran out of ideas.
2017-05-05 02:58:36 Read More

Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson keep Delhi Daredevils in play-off hunt

Sachin Tendulkar wants India to play in Champions Trophy

A host of former Indian players, including Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid, are in favour of the country taking part in the Champions Trophy to be held in the United Kingdom next month, according to a report.
2017-05-04 15:13:01 Read More

Sachin Tendulkar wants India to play in Champions Trophy

IPL 2017, Live Score: Delhi Daredevils vs Gujarat Lions

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 42 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Delhi Daredevils vs Gujarat Lions on Times of India.
2017-05-04 12:23:14 Read More

IPL 2017: DD vs GL Live Score updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Delhi Daredevils vs Gujarat Lions on Times of India
2017-05-04 12:18:20 Read More

New Indian team jersey launched by BCCI CEO

The CEO of the Board of Control for Cricket in India, Rahul Johri, on Thursday launched the new Indian team jersey with official team sponsors Oppo's name on the shirt's front, in the presence of some top officials of the Chinese mobile phone firm.
2017-05-04 11:05:23 Read More

New Indian team jersey launched by BCCI CEO

Pick team for Champions Trophy at the earliest: CoA to BCCI

The Supreme Court-appointed Committee of Administrators (CoA) has urged the BCCI to agree to convene a selection committee meeting at the earliest to pick a team for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.
2017-05-04 10:28:55 Read More

CoA urges BCCI to wait until SGM to send notice

Less than 24 hours after TOI reproduced the BCCI's notice waiting to be sent to the ICC, and noting that the Board members may not wait until the day of the SGM to initiate the legal formalities, the Committee of Administrators shot off another letter to the members of BCCI on Thursday.
2017-05-04 09:54:03 Read More

Elegant batsmen dispel Indian Premier League power 'myth'

South Africa's Hashim Amla has been delighting cricketing purists by racking up large totals with his conventional style of play while Kane Williamson of New Zealand is also showing there's more to T20 than power.
2017-05-04 07:37:31 Read More

IPL Week 4 Top Performer: Imran Tahir, Pune's energizer bunny

Seven wickets in three games, each of which were won to put Rising Pune Supergiant in the top three standings, put the wily legspinner Imran Tahir as the stand-out performer of the past week of matches.
2017-05-04 05:30:43 Read More

Azlan Shah: India face Malaysia with an eye on summit clash

A win away from final, Indian hockey team would like to guard themselves against complacency when they square off with hosts Malaysia. India only have a one-goal edge over Great Britain, which can change quickly after the Britons have played New Zealand in their last league outing.
2017-05-04 05:15:39 Read More

ICC offer to bail Zimbabwe out raises eyebrows

The timing of this 'help', as the parent body looks to reduce India's revenue in order to restore parity among all members, is being seen as a "well-timed" effort on part of the International Cricket Council .
2017-05-04 04:40:23 Read More

BCCI letter puts ICC on notice for defaults

The notice merely reproduces clause 6.4 of the Members Participation Agreement (MPA), a legally binding document between the ICC and its member boards. A copy of the email has been marked to Iain Higgins, the legal head of the ICC.
2017-05-04 04:24:30 Read More

Gujarat Lions in danger of elimination against Daredevils

Suresh Raina-led Gujarat Lions face Delhi Daredevils after two narrow defeats and must win their remaining matches to stay in contention for the play-offs in the tenth edition of the Indian Premier League.
2017-05-04 03:25:55 Read More

Tripathi helps Pune catch up with Kolkata on points table

The win saw Pune climb up the ladder and be at par with their rivals on the points table with 14 points from 11 matches. Kolkata stayed in the race, needing one win from their remaining three matches.
2017-05-04 03:13:08 Read More

CL: Juventus close in on final as Higuain hurts Monaco

Gonzalo Higuain scored both goals as an imperious Juventus beat Monaco 2-0 in their Champions League semi-final first leg on Wednesday to take a huge step towards next month's final in Cardiff.
2017-05-04 02:57:11 Read More

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Shami automatic choice in Indian team if fit: Ganguly

Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly on Wednesday put his weight behind fit-again pacer Mohammed Shami, saying if fit, the Bengal bowler is an automatic choice in the Indian team going into the ICC Champions Trophy.
2017-05-03 18:04:23 Read More

Shami automatic choice in Indian team if fit: Ganguly

PCB sends legal notice to BCCI for not honouring MOU

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Wednesday sent a legal notice to the BCCI, initiating proceedings to seek compensation from the Indian board for not honouring the MOU to play six bilateral series between 2015 and 2023.
2017-05-03 15:03:00 Read More

IPL 2017, Live Score: KKR vs RPS

Live Commentary & Live cricket score updates of Match 41 of the Vivo Indian Premier League between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rising Pune Supergiant on Times of India.
2017-05-03 12:37:30 Read More

IPL 2017: KKR vs RPS Live updates & highlights

Get IPL Score updates and highlights of Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rising Pune Supergiant on Times of India
2017-05-03 12:34:12 Read More

Wimbledon singles winners to get 2.2m pounds in 2017

This year's Wimbledon singles tennis champions will receive 2.2 million pounds ($2.84 million) each - a hike of 200,000 pounds for both the men's and women's winner, organisers said on Wednesday.
2017-05-03 11:35:39 Read More

Boxers Shiva, Sumit book medals and World C'ship berths

Top seed Vikas Krishan (75kg) and fourth seed Shiva Thapa (60kg) were among the four Indian boxers who qualified for the World Championships and assured themselves of medals by advancing to the Asian Championships semifinals on Wednesday.
2017-05-03 11:08:36 Read More

Azlan Shah: Mandeep hat-trick helps India beat Japan 4-3

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

CoA asks BCCI members to avoid confrontation with ICC

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

Not stopping run flow was a factor in defeat: Yuvraj

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

IPL 2017: In-form Pune face top guns Kolkata

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

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

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

We played without fear, says Karun Nair

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

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

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

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

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

Let ourselves down by not competing well: De Villiers

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

IPL: Delhi Daredevils keep play-off hopes alive

Yuvraj Singh led Sunrisers to 185/3 with a fine half-century but the Daredevils achieved the target with six wickets to spare. Corey Anderson remained unbeaten on 41 to help Daredevils keep their play-off contention alive.
2017-05-02 12:46:08 Read More

India drop to No. 4 in ICC Twenty20 team rankings

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

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

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

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

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

New model will lead to Rs 2000 crore loss: BCCI

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

RPS v GL: Ben Stokes douses Gujarat fire with century

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

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