Sports News For The Year 2018 and Month Jan

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Sports News For The Year 2018 and Month Jan

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Dominant Wozniacki races into St Petersburg quarter-finals

World number one Caroline Wozniacki, fresh off her Australian Open victory, dropped just one game in a dominant performance to beat Russian youngster Anastasia Potapova at the St Petersburg Ladies' Trophy on Thursday.
2018-02-02 03:42:16 Read More

Where are all the experts now, thunders Ravi Shastri

Coach Ravi Shastri took questions on the four most talked about points that raised more decibel levels than anything else over the last one month. In doing so, Shastri - for the first time in more than a month - shared the team management's thoughts with TOI.
2018-02-02 03:34:51 Read More

Biggest transfer deals in Europe’s major leagues

The January transfer window slammed shut on Wednesday after a frantic month of activity during which Barcelona completed the biggest deal by signing Philippe Coutinho from Liverpool and Premier League clubs spent heavily across the board.
2018-02-02 03:25:58 Read More

Mahindra Scorpio TOISA 2018 Nominees: Football

TOISA is a platform created by the Times Group to recognise and reward Indian sporting talent and achievements on a global scale and will be held soon to honour the lion hearts who have done the country proud. Ahead of the 2018 TOISA to be held on February 26, here’s a recap of the how these Indian footballers fared last year.
2018-02-02 02:50:49 Read More

First match win will give us momentum: Kohli

India captain Virat Kohli today said that the six-wicket victory in the first one-dayer against South Africa will give his side the momentum in the remainder of the six-match series.
2018-02-02 02:48:01 Read More

Men in Blue show bowling plans for WC are in place

The Indian team's One-day plans have undergone a serious tactical shift in the last six months. The first of the six-match One-day series between South Africa and India on Thursday again offered an indication of the plans the team intends to put in place by the 2019 ICC World Cup.
2018-02-02 02:31:08 Read More

Kohli, Rahane shut South Africa out at Kingsmead

Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane gave a batting masterclass at the Kingsmead Stadium in Durban as India romped to a six-wicket win in the first ODI on Thursday night.
2018-02-02 02:21:40 Read More

1st ODI: Kohli ton helps India to six-wicket win in Durban

Virat Kohli peeled off yet another century as India defeated South Africa by six wickets in the first ODI of the six-match series to take 1-0 lead in Durban on Thursday. India chased down 270 in 45.3 overs thanks to a measured century from Virat Kohli, his first limited-overs ton in South Africa, who was out after scoring 112 off 119.
2018-02-01 18:51:00 Read More

EPL: Mesut Ozil commits long-term future to Arsenal

Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil has signed a new contract to extend his stay in north London, the Premier League club said on Thursday.
2018-02-01 18:37:51 Read More

ISL: Mumbai suffer third consecutive loss

It was one of those days in football when one striker keeps getting all the chances and he keeps missing it. Balwant Singh, who has seven goals in ISL Season 4, could have almost doubled his tally for Mumbai City FC against Jamshedpur FC.
2018-02-01 18:32:13 Read More

Khelo India: Swimmers push Karnataka to top of medal tally

Karnataka swimmers dominated the first day of finals in swimming at the SPM Pool in the first inaugural Khelo India School Games on Thursday. Their swimmers won six of the nine gold medals on offer and both the boys and girls contributed three each.
2018-02-01 18:13:11 Read More

Kohli has given the Indian team pride, aggression: Brearley

He may just have led India to a Test series' loss in South Africa, but Virat Kohli will be pleased about the fact that amongst those who are impressed by his captaincy is a certain Mike Brearley, regarded as one of the finest captains of all time.
2018-02-01 17:45:12 Read More

Sindhu, Saina ease into quarters; Srikanth stunned

Malaysian qualifier Iskandar Zulkarnain caused the biggest upset of the India Open 2018, a part of the BWF World Tour 500, when he took down home favourite and World No. 3 Kidambi Srikanth in straight games.
2018-02-01 17:16:07 Read More

North Korean athletes land in South for Winter Olympics

Ten North Korean skiers and skaters arrived in the South Thursday to take part in the Pyeongchang Winter Games, setting the stage for a "peace Olympics" after a year of high tensions over Pyongyang's nuclear programme.
2018-02-01 16:00:37 Read More

Blatter considering legal action against FIFA

Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter, currently serving a ban from the sport, told Reuters on Thursday he is considering legal action against the global football body in an attempt to clear his name.
2018-02-01 15:36:50 Read More

India Open: Mary Kom strikes gold; Cuba, Uzbekistan halt men

MC Mary Kom claimed a gold in the women's competition but Indian men were denied a complete sweep by traditional powerhouses Cuba and Uzbekistan on an exciting final day of the India Open boxing tournament.
2018-02-01 14:56:50 Read More

Life ban on Sreesanth: SC to hear plea on February 5

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear on February 5 an appeal filed by cricketer S Sreesanth against a Kerala High Court verdict that restored the life ban imposed on him by the BCCI in the wake of the 2013 IPL spot-fixing scandal.
2018-02-01 14:32:09 Read More

1st Test: De Silva hits ton in strong Sri Lankan reply

Dhananjaya de Silva struck a century and shared 187 runs in an unbroken second wicket stand with Kushal Mendis as Sri Lanka gave a strong reply to Bangladesh in the first Test in Chittagong on Thursday.
2018-02-01 13:54:53 Read More

Khelo India School Games: Ancy wins two medals in single day

While Praveen won gold in triple and silver in long jump, Ancy Sojan won a gold in long jump and silver in 200m in a single day and Sandra won silver medals in long and triple jumps.
2018-02-01 13:31:05 Read More

Sports Budget hiked by Rs 258 crore, SAI funding slashed

The sports ministry on Thursday received a hike of Rs 258.2 crore in the union budget for 2018-19, presented by finance minister Arun Jaitley in the Parliament.
2018-02-01 12:54:47 Read More

Top sports stars laud Khelo India, lend support

The first Khelo India School Games which was declared open by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a glittering opening ceremony on Wednesday at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, New Delhi, has elicited strong support from a galaxy of India's top sports stars.
2018-02-01 12:16:31 Read More

Premier League clubs spend record 430 million pounds in January

Premier League clubs spent 430 million pounds ($612 million) in the January transfer window to shatter the previous mark of 225 million set in 2011, said a report by the Sports Business Group at Deloitte.
2018-02-01 11:48:07 Read More

ICC U-19 World Cup: Pakistan finish third, thanks to washout

wo-time champions Pakistan claimed third position at the ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup 2018 after their third-fourth position play-off match against Afghanistan was washed-out on Thursday without a ball being bowled.
2018-02-01 10:47:39 Read More

BCCI treasurer questions COA member Edulji's one-time benefit

The BCCI treasurer Aniruddh Chaudhry has questioned COA member Diana Edulji benefitting from a one-time ex-gratia payment given to women international cricketers, implying conflict of interest in the allocation.
2018-02-01 09:47:33 Read More

Sindhu's defeats can't be termed as failures: Gopichand

He is known to be a demanding coach but Pullela Gopichand is of the opinion that Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu's odd defeats can't be termed as her failure, not even by a single percent.
2018-02-01 09:38:58 Read More

Mahindra Scorpio TOISA 2018 Nominees: Team of the Year

TOISA is a platform created by the Times Group to recognise and reward Indian sporting talent and achievements on a global scale and will be held soon to honour the lion hearts who have done the country proud. Ahead of the 2018 TOISA to be held on February 26, here’s a look at the nominees for Team of the Year for 2017.
2018-02-01 07:23:19 Read More

Confusion over Rahul, Rahane’s ODI roles: Gavaskar

India’s magnificent win in the third and final Test of the series will put the team in good heart for the one-day series that starts today. That South Africa will not have the services of AB de Villiers for the first three matches is a further boost to India’s chances of winning the one-day games.
2018-02-01 02:10:00 Read More

Number of victims of US gymnastics 'sex abuse doc' grows to 265

The number of identified sexual abuse victims of former USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar has grown to 265, a Michigan judge announced on Wednesday as a final sentencing hearing commenced.
2018-01-31 16:33:14 Read More

Gibraltar Masters: Abhijeet Gupta crushes highly-rated Vassily Ivanchuk

Grandmaster and former world junior champion Abhijeet Gupta showed his mettle and crushed highly rated former World Championship challenger Vassily Ivanchuk of Ukraine in the eighth round of Gibraltar Masters now underway.
2018-01-31 15:09:46 Read More

Khalid Latif's appeal against spot-fixing ban rejected

Former Pakistan opener Khalid Latif on Wednesday lost an appeal against a five-year ban for spot-fixing but had his one million rupee ($10,000) fine waived, the country's cricket body said.
2018-01-31 14:47:01 Read More

Putin sorry for not 'shielding' Russia athletes from doping scandal

President Vladimir Putin told Russian Olympic athletes on Wednesday that he was sorry his government had not protected them from the fallout of a doping scandal.
2018-01-31 14:41:46 Read More

Conditions make Rahane strong No. 4 candidate for 2019 WC: Kohli

Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Wednesday said the experimentation in the middle order will continue for some more time though the conditions make Ajinkya Rahane a strong No. 4 candidate for the World Cup in England next year.
2018-01-31 14:30:30 Read More

PM Modi launches Khelo India School Games

Inaugurating the revamped Khelo India School Games here on Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said it was the first step towards making the country a strong contender at the Olympic level.
2018-01-31 14:27:54 Read More

Cannot judge players based on IPL money, says Sourav Ganguly

A cricketer should not be judged on the basis of how much he fetches in the Indian Premier League (IPL) as the cash-rich Twenty20 tournament is based on "demand and supply", feels former India captain Sourav Ganguly.
2018-01-31 14:18:46 Read More

Expect India to improve on poor ODI record in SA: Faf du Plessis

South Africa captain Faf du Plessis on Wednesday acknowledged that it will be tough to beat India in the six-match ODI series starting Thursday and said the visitors' poor record here in the 50-over format will not be much of a factor.
2018-01-31 14:01:28 Read More

Ganguly confident of India winning U-19 WC

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Wednesday said the Under-19 squad would win the ICC World Cup beating Australia in the final.
2018-01-31 12:52:41 Read More

Amjyot and Amritpal aiming to make names in foreign basketball leagues

Amjyot Singh and Amritpal Singh, India's promising basketball stars, are working tirelessly to make their presence felt in foreign leagues with the ultimate ambition of playing in the NBA some day.
2018-01-31 12:45:12 Read More

Ton-up Haque powers Bangladesh to 374/4 on Day 1

Mominul Haque hit a towering century to help Bangladesh take opening day honours in the first Test against Sri Lanka in Chittagong on Wednesday.
2018-01-31 12:39:39 Read More

India Open: Mary Kom in final, Shiva Thapa upstaged in semis

Five-time world champion MC Mary Kom advanced to the final but Shiva Thapa settled for a bronze medal after an upset semifinal loss in the India Open boxing tournament for men and women on Wednesday.
2018-01-31 12:32:00 Read More

I need time to rest and prepare for big events: Saina Nehwal

Indian badminton great Saina Nehwal said she is not getting any younger and needs more time to rest and prepare for the big-ticket events in a "killing" calendar.
2018-01-31 12:24:16 Read More

Aubameyang joins Arsenal for record fee

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has joined Arsenal for a record fee for the Gunners, a reported £56 million ($79.2 million, 63.7 million euros), from Bundesliga outfit Borussia Dortmund, both clubs confirmed on Wednesday.
2018-01-31 11:44:30 Read More

Mahindra Scorpio TOISA 2018 Nominees: Kabaddi

Ahead of the 2018 TOISA to be held on February 26, here's a recap of the how these stars of the Pro Kabaddi League fared last year.
2018-01-31 11:43:34 Read More

Prithvi Shaw in Mumbai's squad for Vijay Hazare Trophy

Young batting sensation Prithvi Shaw has been included in the 16-member squad for the Vijay Hazare Trophy, an inter-state One-Day International tournament to be played in Chennai from February 5.
2018-01-31 11:12:45 Read More

Pakistan need mentor like Dravid for youngsters: Ramiz Raja

Ramiz Raja has praised the role of legendary batsman Rahul Dravid in developing the young Indian players, and said Pakistan needs someone like him to unearth talent.
2018-01-31 10:52:47 Read More

Prannoy forced to play with foot corns; Saina, Sindhu win

Forced to take the court despite developing foot corns, HS Prannoy lost in the opening round even as compatriots Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu entered the second round of the $350,000 India Open Super 500 tournament, on Wednesday.
2018-01-31 10:12:36 Read More

Sport on celluloid: Will these Indian biopics hit box office gold?

In the changing landscape of Indian cinema, a hitherto untested type of film has over the past few years grown in number, and done very well at the box office - that of the biographical sports film.
2018-01-31 09:59:10 Read More

Rayudu gets two-match ban for breaching BCCI Code of Conduct

Hyderabad skipper Ambati Rayudu has been handed a two-match suspension by the BCCI for breaching the Code of Conduct during his side's Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match against Karnataka on January 11.
2018-01-31 08:53:01 Read More

Mahindra Scorpio TOISA 2018 Nominees: Boxing

TOISA is a platform created by the Times Group to recognise and reward Indian sporting talent and achievements on a global scale and will be held soon to honour the lion hearts who have done the country proud. Ahead of the 2018 TOISA to be held on February 26, here’s a recap of the most successful Indian boxers of 2017.
2018-01-31 08:39:47 Read More

Rejuvenated India aim for top in ODI series against South Africa

In 28 meetings in South Africa since 1992-93, the Proteas have won 21 matches, while India have only won five. Such a poor record will not sit well with the current team management that is intent on improving India's all-round showing in overseas conditions.
2018-01-31 07:25:10 Read More

ICC probes UAE league after farcical dismissals go viral

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is investigating a private Twenty20 league in the United Arab Emirates, the sport's global governing body has said, after footage of some farcical dismissals went viral on social media.
2018-01-31 06:34:03 Read More

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Amarnath urges ICC to monitor Test pitches, India's batsmen to follow Kohli

India won the third Test to finish the series 1-2, and Amarnath felt that the final outcome could have been better had their batsmen prepared better for the series and followed the example of Virat Kohli, who was the only player on either side to manage a century.
2018-01-31 05:22:57 Read More

Live score: Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Chittagong

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2018-01-31 04:23:55 Read More

Young Anish Bhanwala makes it to five senior teams

Anish Bhanwala, 15, was a happy boy when he didn't see his name in the Junior World Cup squad that was announced by the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) on Tuesday.
2018-01-31 03:58:22 Read More

Indian challenge looks to last the distance

The bad news first. World's two top-ranked players, Viktor Axelsen of Denmark and wondergirl Tai Tzu Ying of Taiwan, have decided not to travel to India for the Yonex-Sunrise India Open Super 500 tournament.
2018-01-31 03:53:07 Read More

If made priority, nothing can stop Winter Sports in India: Aanchal Thakur

While in New Delhi for the recently concluded Adventure Sports Expo Asia, Aanchal visited the TOI office to speak about her medal, what went into winning it and how it could raise the profile of winter sports in India.
2018-01-31 03:32:46 Read More

PM Narendra Modi to flag off Khelo India in capital today

Khelo India School Games (KISG), a government initiative with focus on reviving the sports culture at the grassroots and establishing the country as a sporting nation, will kick off from Wednesday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi consenting to preside over the opening ceremony at the Indira Gandhi Indoor (IGI) stadium in the evening.
2018-01-31 03:32:31 Read More

Marijne happy with team's show in four-nation hockey

Indian men's hockey team has begun the year on a promising note with a two-week tour of New Zealand for a four-nation invitational hockey tournament.
2018-01-31 03:27:04 Read More

Mahindra Scorpio TOISA 2018 Nominees: Cricket

TOISA is a platform created by the Times Group to recognise and reward Indian sporting talent and achievements on a global scale and will be held soon to honour the lion hearts who have done the country proud. TOISA 2018 is to be held on February 26.
2018-01-31 02:57:10 Read More

Chapter on athletes with disabilities coming soon in NCERT books

In an effort to pave the way for the inclusion of the ‘persons with disabilities’ in the mainstream, the government has decided to introduce a chapter on the differently-abled sportspersons in the school curriculum from the next academic session onwards.
2018-01-31 02:52:53 Read More

Rising star Shubman Gill shows shades of Virat Kohli

The Mohali batting sensation has modelled himself on Kohli. During his unbeaten 102-run knock on Tuesday, Shubman showed another facet of his game that is quite similar to Virat’s.
2018-01-31 02:30:28 Read More

AB de Villiers to miss first three ODIs as No. 1 chase begins

India are the World's No. 1 ranked Test team followed by South Africa, who are barely six points behind. South Africa are the World's No. 1 ranked One-day team followed by India who are only one point behind.
2018-01-31 02:27:25 Read More

U-19 World Cup: Ishan Porel recovers to keep dream alive

Ishan Porel thought his World Cup campaign was over when he was forced to walk off with an ankle injury in the opening match against Australia. But the team management decided to keep him back in New Zealand.
2018-01-31 02:24:49 Read More

Navi Mumbai boy smashes 1,045 not out in local cricket match

A 14-year-old student smashed an unbeaten 1,045 not out in a local cricket tournament in neighbouring Navi Mumbai, his coach claimed on Tuesday.
2018-01-30 17:12:52 Read More

AFC Cup: Bengaluru FC blank Bhutanese club 3-0 to enter second round

Bengaluru FC progressed into the second round of 2018 AFC Cup qualifiers beating Bhutan's Transport United 3-0 in the second leg of the preliminary stage clash on Tuesday.
2018-01-30 16:51:41 Read More

AB de Villiers ruled out of first three ODIs vs India

Free-scoring batsman AB de Villiers has been ruled out of the first three one-day internationals against India through injury, Cricket South Africa announced on Tuesday.
2018-01-30 14:46:07 Read More

CSK is the best franchise in T20 cricket, says Dwayne Bravo

He is an acclaimed T20 freelancer but having plied his trade in the shortest format across continents, Dwayne Bravo has safely concluded that there is no franchise better than Chennai Super Kings, which has used Right To Match card to retain him.
2018-01-30 14:24:09 Read More

Man City sign French defender Aymeric Laporte

Manchester City completed a club record deal for Athletic Bilbao defender Aymeric Laporte on Tuesday in a move by Pep Guardiola to bolster the Premier League leaders' defence for the title run-in.
2018-01-30 14:13:04 Read More

Man City sign French defender Aymeric Laporte

Manchester City completed a club record deal for Athletic Bilbao defender Aymeric Laporte on Tuesday in a move by Pep Guardiola to bolster the Premier League leaders' defence for the title run-in.
2018-01-30 14:13:04 Read More

No need to change my game for Test format: Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma has not been able to replicate his rich limited overs form in Test matches but he says it doesn't mean that he needs to make drastic changes in his game for the five-day format.
2018-01-30 13:53:55 Read More

Great if we play one format during overseas series: Rohit

India's limited overs vice-captain Rohit Sharma on Tuesday admitted that playing three formats at one go during an away series takes a toll on the body and would ideally prefer to play a single format during future overseas assignments.
2018-01-30 13:40:30 Read More

PM Modi to launch Khelo India School Games on Wednesday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the first Khelo India School Games at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Wednesday.
2018-01-30 12:53:57 Read More

PM Modi to launch Khelo India School Games on Wednesday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the first Khelo India School Games at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Wednesday.
2018-01-30 12:53:57 Read More

Tai Tzu Ying is not unbeatable: Saina Nehwal

World No. 1 Tai Tzu Ying might have proved to be a nemesis for Saina Nehwal but the Indian shuttler believes the Taiwanese is not unbeatable and exuded confidence of defeating her in due time.
2018-01-30 12:40:06 Read More

Shiva, Sarita enter semis at India Open boxing

World medallists Shiva Thapa (60kg) and L Sarita Devi (60kg) notched up hard-fought wins to enter the semi-finals as Indian boxers continued their fine run at the $100,000 India Open on Tuesday.
2018-01-30 12:21:27 Read More

Shiva, Mary Kom enter semis at Indian Open boxing

MC Mary Kom (49kg) and Shiva Thapa (60kg) were among the prominent names assured of medals as host nation continued to dominate the ring in the $100,000 India Open boxing tournament for men and women on Tuesday.
2018-01-30 12:21:27 Read More

Rai, Narang, Chandela among 27 Indian shooters named for CWG

Top Indian shooters Jitu Rai, Gagan Narang and Apurvi Chandela were named in the country's 27-member squad for the upcoming Commonwealth Games to be held in Gold Coast, Australia.
2018-01-30 11:55:20 Read More

Time to see if IPL is in interest of cricket: Bombay HC

The Bombay high court on Tuesday said the IPL has made people familiar with phrases like "betting and fixing" and in view of the alleged violations of foreign exchange rules it was time to see if the tournament was in interest of the game of cricket.
2018-01-30 11:19:35 Read More

There cannot be another Kapil Dev: Azharuddin

Former India captain Mohammad Azharuddin said there cannot be another Kapil Dev, amid growing comparisons between Hardik Pandya and the World Cup winning skipper.
2018-01-30 10:33:22 Read More

Yorkshire signs Cheteshwar Pujara for second stint

Unsold in IPL players' auction, Cheteshwar Pujara will warm up for India's Test series in England by playing county cricket as Yorkshire has signed him for his second stint with the club.
2018-01-30 10:00:07 Read More

Keshavan gets sponsor for Winter Olympics preparation

Just days before featuring in his sixth Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea, India's top luger Shiva Keshavan has got a morale booster as he has got assurance from his sponsors of their continued support which will help him prepare for the Games.
2018-01-30 08:52:22 Read More

Gill has always been a dedicated cricketer: Father

"Shubhman has always been dedicated to the game of cricket. I am very happy and proud of my son's performance in the ongoing World Cup," an elated Shubman Gill's father Lakhwinder Singh said on Tuesday.
2018-01-30 07:18:28 Read More

BCCI to announce cash award for U-19 World Cup cricketers

BCCI acting president CK Khanna said, "I would like to congratulate the entire team and coach Rahul Dravid for this performance. Rahul's contribution in guiding the Gen Next cricketers has been immense. Because of him we now have a talented pool of U-19 cricketers."
2018-01-30 07:06:55 Read More

U-19 World Cup: India thrash Pak by 203 runs to set up final against Australia

With the win, India not only registered their fifth win over their arch-rivals in Under-19 World Cup, but also booked themselves a place in the final, where they will face three-time winners Australia on Saturday.
2018-01-30 04:17:31 Read More

Olympic divide for South Korea's aging Northern refugees

Below the Demilitarized Zone that divides the two Koreas, a few North Korean refugees still live almost as close as they can get to their home towns -- but will cheer for the South at next month's Winter Olympics.
2018-01-30 04:01:26 Read More

Chelsea skipper Cahill backs coach Conte

Chelsea captain Gary Cahill has insisted that he and his fellow players have "no idea" about Antonio Conte's future at the Premier League champions as they prepare to take on Bournemouth on Wednesday.
2018-01-30 03:56:38 Read More

Fiery Sanchez can spark United, says Herrera

Ander Herrera claims Alexis Sanchez's fighting spirit has already ignited Manchester United as the Chile forward prepares to make his Premier League debut for his new club at Tottenham on Wednesday.
2018-01-30 03:40:32 Read More

'Class of 92' blueprint for Miami: Beckham

David Beckham wants to emulate Manchester United's tradition of youth development as he looks to build success with his new Major League Soccer franchise in Miami.
2018-01-30 03:32:43 Read More

AFC Cup: Bengaluru FC look to beat Transport United FC

A goalless draw in the first leg may have come as a surprise for Bengaluru FC but the experienced Asian heavyweights still remain firm favourites to roll over minnows Transport United FC in their must-win return home fixture of the 2018 AFC Cup preliminary stage on Tuesday.
2018-01-30 03:21:28 Read More

Manchester City confirm ankle ligament damage for Sane

Manchester City winger Leroy Sane damaged ankle ligaments in his side's 2-0 FA Cup fourth-round win away to Cardiff City at the weekend, the Premier League leaders confirmed on Monday.
2018-01-30 03:19:58 Read More

No hard feelings for Mumbai Indians, says Harbhajan

Harbhajan Singh was a matchwinner for Mumbai Indians for 10 seasons in the Indian Premier League. Now we will represent Chennai Super Kings - a team that Bhajji himself says was his "most difficult opposition" during his MI stint.
2018-01-30 03:14:43 Read More

IPL 2018: Teams oppose change in timings

IPL 2018: The IPL governing council's move to reschedule matches of the 11th edition of the T20 league, following a request by broadcaster Star Sports, has hit a roadblock with a few teams objecting to the move, citing logistics and the likelihood of the ticket sales being affected.
2018-01-30 03:08:25 Read More

NADA to carry out record dope testing

In its bid to weed out the doping menace at the grassroots, the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) has decided to carry out a record number of drug testing during the Khelo India School Games (KISG), a competition for students in the U-17 age group.
2018-01-30 03:05:06 Read More

Manchester City face 2013 repeat with FA Cup trip to Wigan

Manchester City will have a chance to avenge their shock defeat to Wigan in the 2013 FA Cup final after the sides came out together in Monday's draw for the fifth round.
2018-01-30 03:03:18 Read More

Birla scion Aryaman a Royal player now

When you're the scion of the head of a business group that's worth $41billion, Rs 30 lakh isn't more than small change. However, for Aryaman Birla, son of Kumar Mangalam Birla, chairman of the Aditya Birla Group, this amount is as big as any big business deal his famous father may have pulled off. It's his first big pay cheque as a professional cricketer.
2018-01-30 03:01:55 Read More

Vengsarkar calls for neutral curators after SA track fiasco

The sight of batsmen taking cover with deliveries bouncing awkwardly during the third Test at the Wanderers in South Africa didn't make for good viewing.
2018-01-30 02:46:01 Read More

India look forward to white-ball comforts

The soiled whites have been dispatched to the laundry. The fresh blue, still in the wrapper, is waiting to be brought out. The red-ball trial is done with. The white-ball extravaganza is waiting to begin.
2018-01-30 02:40:02 Read More

Wanderers pitch rated 'poor', but venue escapes suspension

As expected, the International Cricket Council (ICC) match referee, former Zimbabwe player Andy Pycroft, has rated the underfire pitch for the recently-held third Test between India and South Africa at the Bullring in Wanderers, Johannesburg as 'poor'.
2018-01-30 02:36:03 Read More

Live score, India v Pakistan, U19 WC: Gill century lifts India to 272/9

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2018-01-29 20:50:36 Read More

Beckham formally handed Miami MLS franchise

Former England captain David Beckham was officially awarded an Major League Soccer (MLS) franchise in Miami on Monday.
2018-01-29 17:42:06 Read More

I did not play for money or rewards, says an emotional Padukone

Indian sporting legend Prakash Padukone urged all players past and present to come together and work towards the development of the sport in an emotional speech while receiving the Badminton Association of India's first Lifetime Achievement Award.
2018-01-29 17:23:24 Read More

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Our U-19 boys would know about Indo-Pak rivalry: Rahul Dravid

He knows a thing about the Indo-Pak cricketing rivalry and no wonder Rahul Dravid wants his wards to get an essence of what it means to face the arch-rivals when they square off on Tuesday in the ICC U-19 World Cup semi-finals.
2018-01-29 16:47:26 Read More

Naidu confers BAI's Lifetime Achievement Award on Padukone

Vice President Venkaiah Naidu conferred Badminton Association of India (BAI) Lifetime Achievement Award to 1983 World Championship medallist Prakash Padukone on Monday evening.
2018-01-29 16:22:43 Read More

Ibrahimovic free to go if he wants, says Mourinho

Manchester United will not stand in the way of Zlatan Ibrahimovic if he wants to leave the club, manager Jose Mourinho said on Monday.
2018-01-29 14:20:37 Read More

IPL 2018: James Hopes is new Delhi Daredevils bowling coach

Hopes had played 84 ODIs and 12 T20 Internationals for Australia from 2005 to 2010, apart from representing Queensland for close to 15 years.
2018-01-29 14:12:49 Read More

Gambhir has unfinished business with Daredevils: CEO Dua

Delhi Daredevils CEO Hemant Dua feels that Gautam Gambhir is back to where he belongs and would like to complete his "unfinished business", which is winning the elusive Indian Premier League title for the franchise.
2018-01-29 13:19:13 Read More

A 4-2 win will see India replace SA in ODI top spot

The number one ODI status will be on the line when second-placed India and table-toppers South Africa clash in a six-match series, which starts in Durban on Thursday.
2018-01-29 13:08:03 Read More

Vidit Gujrathi wins Tata Steel Challengers 2018

Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi has won Tata Steel Chess Challengers 2018, held at Wijk aan Zee, Netherlands from January 12 to 28.
2018-01-29 12:30:02 Read More

Sumit, Sarjubala assured of medals, Shiva in quarters at India Open

Asian silver-medallist Sumit Sangwan (91kg) and world silver-medallist Sarjubala Devi (51kg) were among the four Indian boxers who assured themselves of medals after facile wins in the inaugural India Open tournament for men and women on Monday.
2018-01-29 12:24:14 Read More

ICC Under-19 World Cup: A history of India vs Pakistan clashes

Tuesday will see a highly anticipated 2018 ICC Under-19 World Cup semi-final clash between India U-19s and Pakistan U-19s in Christchurch, New Zealand. India, led by hugely talented young Mumbai batsman Prithvi Shaw, will face off against a mercurial Pakistan side skippered by Hasan Khan.
2018-01-29 11:45:23 Read More

Roger Federer on Rafael Nadal's heels in rankings

Roger Federer's victory in the Australian Open has taken him to within 155 points of world number one Rafael Nadal in the ATP rankings released on Monday.
2018-01-29 10:46:58 Read More

Roger Federer on Rafael Nadal's heels in rankings

Roger Federer's victory in the Australian Open has taken him to within 155 points of world number one Rafael Nadal in the ATP rankings released on Monday.
2018-01-29 10:46:58 Read More

Former champions Saina, Sindhu start favourites at India Open

In-form Saina Nehwal and defending champion PV Sindhu will be the cynosure of all eyes when they start their campaign at the $350,000 India Open, starting Tuesday.
2018-01-29 10:39:44 Read More

I would not play Bumrah in England: Michael Holding

West Indies legend Michael Holding has serious doubts over Jasprit Bumrah's ability as a new ball bowler and said his specific skills does not make him an automatic choice in the playing eleven during India's tour of England later this year.
2018-01-29 10:19:02 Read More

Like Richards, Kohli will learn to calm down: Holding

"At the moment he (Virat Kohli) is a young captain, who is just learning and understanding what it takes to be a captain. He is a bit exuberant and very emotional. Sometimes he gets so emotional that it is intimidating not only for the opposition, but for his players as well. When I compare Virat to Vivian Richards, it is not just in the batting but captaincy as well," Michael Holding said.
2018-01-29 10:00:16 Read More

Under-19 World Cup: India face Pakistan in semi-final

The young Indian cricketers would also be high on confidence, having secured potentially life-changing deals at the Indian Premier League auction with their good performances in the Under-19 World Cup.
2018-01-29 09:12:32 Read More

Defending 17 against Mumbai Indians was turning point for me: Jaydev Unadkat

Speaking to TOI, Unadkat reveals the numbness of the assault he received from Mumbai Indians in 2016 and the space it left him in, but crucially of how it went on to spark a new determination.
2018-01-29 09:11:34 Read More

WWE Royal Rumble: Nakamura, Asuka win respective Rumbles

​As the Road to Wrestlemania officially got underway, history was made in the first-ever Women's Royal Rumble match, whereas for the second straight year, a SmackDown Live superstar won the 30-men Royal Rumble
2018-01-29 07:35:03 Read More

Evergreen Roger Federer planning Melbourne return in 2019

Roger Federer notched up his 20th Grand Slam title and sixth at Melbourne Park on Sunday with a 6-2, 6-7(5), 6-3, 3-6, 6-1 victory over Croatia's Marin Cilic, but initially forgot to say whether or not he planned to defend the title.
2018-01-29 05:52:00 Read More

Under-19 World Cup: Australia beat Afghanistan to reach final

Australia sauntered into the ICC Under-19 World Cup final by halting Afghanistan's dream run with a six-wicket victory, built around Jack Edward's half-century after a splendid bowling show on Monday.
2018-01-29 05:15:33 Read More

Messi strikes late to down tough Alaves

Barcelona escaped a scare on Philippe Coutinho's first start as Lionel Messi struck with a trademark free-kick to drag the La Liga leaders back from a goal down to beat Alaves 2-1 and restore their 11-point lead at the top.
2018-01-29 04:06:15 Read More

Manchester City keep quadruple dream alive, Chelsea also through

Kevin De Bruyne starred as Manchester City stayed on course for an unprecedented quadruple as a 2-0 win at Cardiff on Sunday put the runaway Premier League leaders into the last 16 of the FA Cup.
2018-01-29 03:57:24 Read More

Bhuvneshwar showed admirable character: Srikkanth

Krishnamachari Srikkanth wrote that no amount of encomiums will be enough to praise the resilient effort of the Indian side and the win at the Wanderers should rank as one of the finest Test victories overseas for more reasons than one.
2018-01-29 02:35:39 Read More

2018 IPL auction: Is this how the starting XIs will look?

IPL auction 2018: Following this weekend’s 2018 IPL player auction in Bengaluru, where a mind-boggling 431.17 crore was spent, here’s a look at how the eight franchises may roll out their starting XIs when the 11th season of the IPL starts on April 7.
2018-01-29 02:25:41 Read More

Australian Open: Federer first man to win 20 Grand Slams

Roger Federer powered home to beat Marin Cilic in five sets to win his sixth Australian Open and 20th Grand Slam title in a riveting final on Sunday.
2018-01-29 01:41:00 Read More

South Africa team poses for picture, split by colour

In a picture that emergd, Hashim Amla, Andile Phehlukwayo, Lungi Ngidi, Kagiso Rabada, Vernon Philander and Keshav Maharaj are seen on the left side of the trophy while skipper Faf du Plessis, Dean Elgar, AB de Villiers, Morne Morkel, Duanne Olivier, Chris Morris, Dale Steyn, Quinton de Kock and Aiden Markram are seen on the right.
2018-01-29 01:16:01 Read More

IPL auction: Jaydev Unadkat shines above the rest

Rajasthan Royals break bank for the India pacer, shell out Rs 11.5 crore to make him costliest Indian.
2018-01-29 00:39:36 Read More

Sports minister Rathore administers Khelo India pledge in Delhi

The minister of sports and youth affairs, Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, administered the Khelo India pledge to hundreds of sports lovers who came to the Park in a carnival like atmosphere.
2018-01-28 16:55:49 Read More

Expected good bid but not such huge amount: Unadkat

Overwhelmed by "surreal" bidding for him during the IPL auction, it took Jaydev Unadkat some time to believe that franchises were so willing to break their banks to grab a fast bowler.
2018-01-28 15:54:22 Read More

Kohli moves ahead of Lara, closes gap on Gavaskar

India captain and ICC Cricketer of the Year Virat Kohli on Sunday moved ahead of Caribbean legend Brian Lara in the all-time career-high Player Rankings for Test batsmen by earning 12 points from the Johannesburg Test.
2018-01-28 15:39:22 Read More

IPL Auction 2018: Five uncapped Indians who went for big bucks

As the dust settles on the two-day IPL player auction held in Bengaluru this weekend, here are the top five domestic Indian cricketers who fetched whopping paycheques.
2018-01-28 13:08:56 Read More

IPL Auction 2018: Amla, Morgan, Sodhi among high-profile leftovers

While a roster of international and uncapped players went for big bucks over this weekend's 2018 IPL player auction in Bengaluru, there were many experienced cricketers who went unsold despite.
2018-01-28 12:28:24 Read More

IPL Auction 2018: The 10 mega-millionaires

IPL auction: The 2018 IPL players auction in Bengaluru this weekend saw some frenzied bidding overseas and Indian cricketers, with a jaw-dropping 431.7 crore being spent across two days by the eight franchises as they made a dash to stock up their squads for the 11th season of the IPL.
2018-01-28 11:52:56 Read More

Saina Nehwal enters Indonesia Masters final

Star Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal brushed aside Thailand's Ratchanok Intanon in straight games to enter the Indonesia Masters women's singles final on Saturday.
2018-01-27 09:18:01 Read More

3rd Test live : Wet outfield delays start of play

Ind vs SA 2018: Follow all the live updates and ball-by-ball commentary from Day 4 of the third Test between India and South Africa on Times of India
2018-01-27 09:12:33 Read More

IPL auction: Jadhav and Woakes earn strong paydays

England's in-form Chris Woakes and India's Kedar Jadhav came out on top of the first set of capped allrounders during day one of the 2018 IPL auction in Bengaluru, going for hefty pay checks, while arguably the steal deal of the day came in the form of New Zealand allrounder Colin Munro going to Delhi Daredevils for Rs 1.9 crore from a base price of 50 lakh.
2018-01-27 07:55:33 Read More

IPL auction: Manish & Rahul headline manic splurging

KL Rahul and Manish Pandey have emerged as the most profitable capped Indian cricketers so far on day one of the 2018 IPL auction in Bengaluru. Fetching whopping price tags of Rs 11 crore each, Rahul and Manish find new franchises in Kings XI Punjab [KXIP] and Sunrisers Hyderabad [SRH] respectively.
2018-01-27 07:14:44 Read More

India beat Japan 4-2 to enter 4-nation tourney final

Indian men's hockey team defeated Japan 4-2 to remain unbeaten in the second-leg of the Four-Nation Invitational Tournament.
2018-01-27 07:14:09 Read More

IPL auction: DD bag Maxwell & Gambhir, Bravo returns to CSK

IPL auction: Gautam Gambhir, who led Kolkata Knight Riders to two IPL titles, has returned to his first franchise Delhi Daredevils as a potential captain, while the returning Chennai Super Kings have bought back Dwayne Bravo to reunite four of their five most successful players.
2018-01-27 06:10:32 Read More

IPL auction live updates: Dhoni to lead Harbhajan

Get latest updates on IPL 2018 Auction, IPL Teams, IPL 2018 Players list & more on The Times of India
2018-01-27 05:42:29 Read More

IPL Auction Live Updates: Pollard back with Mumbai

Get latest updates on IPL 2018 Auction, IPL Teams, IPL 2018 Players list & more on The Times of India
2018-01-27 05:06:30 Read More

Thrilled with Padma, Chanu now hopes to get elusive Arjuna

For weightlifter Saikhom Mirabai Chanu, Thursday brought an end to the long, excruciating wait for government recognition ever since she returned home with a silver medal from the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games.
2018-01-27 03:45:21 Read More

Australian Open: Bopanna & Babos storm into final

India's Rohan Bopanna and Hungary's Timea Babos, the bigserving combination in the Australian Open mixed doubles draw, powered into the final, playing knockout tennis.
2018-01-27 03:34:52 Read More

Federer one step away from 20th slam; faces Cilic in final

Roger Federer doesn't overpower, he overwhelms. Going over, playing under the snap of his wrist, the brush of the ball. Staggering range, riveting footwork. A surgeon's cut, an artist's eye. The sting in the 36-year-old's aggression lies in his precision. His ability to puncture.
2018-01-27 03:29:47 Read More

BCCI doubles Boards' share for providing players for IPL

IPL chairman Rajiv Shukla on Friday revealed that BCCI has doubled the amount it pays to the international cricket Boards for making cricketers available for the hugely-popular league.
2018-01-27 03:20:13 Read More

IPL auction: Starc, Rahul, Rashid could be top picks

By retaining at least one key player each - four teams have retained the maximum three and a couple of others two - the eight IPL franchises appear to have a clear-cut plan ahead of the 11th season.
2018-01-27 03:09:06 Read More

India vs South Africa: When Kohli & Co did the hard yards

All day long Friday, a spiteful Wanderers pitch evoked strong reactions in people. Michael Holding, the former West Indian fast bowler, here at the Wanderers doing commentary, is convinced that the pitch is 's**t'.
2018-01-27 03:01:01 Read More

'USA Gymnastics board to resign amid sex abuse scandal'

The remaining directors of USA Gymnastics will resign following revelations that the former national team doctor sexually abused female athletes, complying with a demand from the U.S. Olympic Committee, a spokeswoman for gymnastics group said on Friday.
2018-01-27 02:45:15 Read More

3rd Test: Umpires call off play after India strike early blow

After grinding it out at the Wanderers for the better part of third day's play, taking body blows from the South African pacers, watching their tail-enders get exposed to bouncers from the likes of Kagiso Rabada and Morne Morkel, after ensuring that the hosts' plan to bounce India out of the game backfired on them.
2018-01-27 02:43:54 Read More

FA Cup: Sanchez stars on debut to help Man United progress

Debutant Alexis Sanchez had little trouble adjusting to his new place in Manchester United's line-up as he assisted the opening two goals in the Premier League club's 4-0 FA Cup fourth round win at Yeovil Town on Friday.
2018-01-27 02:33:08 Read More

Woods birdies his final hole to make cut in PGA Tour return

Tiger Woods acknowledged that his long game was poor in the second round at the Farmers Insurance Open but said he was excited to make the cut and qualify for the final two rounds.
2018-01-27 02:25:24 Read More

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Franchises who invest in Indians will do well: Jaffer

IPL 2018: Former India opener and Ranji Trophy record-holder Wasim Jaffer believes that the IPL franchises who invest smartly and heavily in Indian cricketers at this weekend’s IPL player auction will be the toughest to beat when the 11th season of the league gets underway in April.
2018-01-27 02:22:49 Read More

Live Blog: IPL Auction 2018

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2018-01-27 02:07:14 Read More

3rd Test: Play to resume on day four in Johannesburg

Indian batsmen, often dismissed as ‘flattrack bullies’, showed their class and courage on an action-packed third day of the third Test against South Africa, braving repeated blows to the body to set a challenging target of 241.
2018-01-26 23:36:59 Read More

3rd Test: Play stopped after umpires raise concern over pitch

Late into the third day's play, South Africa opener Dean Elgar was hit on the helmet grill by a rising delivery which prompted the umpires to take the players off the field. Eventually, after discussions between the two on-field umpires, captains of the two teams and the match referee, the stumps were drawn with South Africa 17/1, chasing 241.
2018-01-26 17:56:23 Read More

ISL: Bengaluru regain top spot after beating NEUFC 2-1

Bengaluru FC pulled off a 2-1 win over NorthEast United which catapulted them to the top of the Indian Super League points table at Sree Kanteerava Stadium on Friday.
2018-01-26 17:41:42 Read More

Boycott fears English county game could 'die in 20 years'

Geoffrey Boycott has said he fears English domestic first-class country cricket could die within 20 years.
2018-01-26 17:36:17 Read More

Experts criticise Wanderers pitch, term it "dangerous"

The Wanderers pitch on offer for the ongoing third Test between India and South Africa has come in for sharp criticism with former West Indies fast bowler Michael Holding terming the surface "dangerous".
2018-01-26 17:24:26 Read More

CoA chief Vinod Rai backs under-fire Kohli

BCCI Committee of Administrators (CoA) chief Vinod Rai backed under-fire Virat Kohli, saying there is nothing wrong in giving the India skipper a free hand in selection matters.
2018-01-26 17:14:58 Read More

Even we had to face bouncers, pitch is not dangerous: Rahane

India batsman Ajinkya Rahane on Friday dismissed concerns raised over the Johannesburg pitch that has come under heavy criticism for offering uneven bounce.
2018-01-26 16:54:33 Read More

Punjab Royals defend PWL championship

​India's Pooja Dhanda stunned World and Olympic Champion Helen Maroulis to set up Punjab Royals' second straight title triumph in the Pro Wrestling League here on Friday.
2018-01-26 16:47:27 Read More

Delhi lift Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy in style

Delhi lifted its maiden Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy after trouncing Rajasthan by 41 runs as comeback man Unmukt Chand hit a half-century and bowlers put up a united show in the final, on Friday.
2018-01-26 16:41:29 Read More

Neymar will be world's best, says PSG coach

Neymar is back in full training after missing two matches, Paris Saint-Germain coach Unai Emery said on Friday before heaping praise on the Brazilian.
2018-01-26 14:58:11 Read More

IPL Auction: Yuvraj under pressure after poor Mushtaq Ali T20 outing

IPL 2018: He was the toast of the nation when India won the inaugural ICC World Twenty20 in 2007 but Yuvraj Singh is unlikely to evoke much interest among the franchises in the IPL auction on Saturday.
2018-01-26 12:38:29 Read More

Wanderers pitch gets slammed, all eyes now on ICC

The Wanderers Test is making news for all the wrong reasons, bringing into focus the role of match officials, Ian Gould, Aleem Dhar and Michael Gough (all umpires) and Andy Pycroft (match referee) more than the performances of Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers and the rest.
2018-01-26 12:33:18 Read More

3rd Test live: Rabada removes Kohli, Pandya

Ind vs SA 2018: Follow all the live updates and ball-by-ball commentary from Day 3 of the third Test between India and South Africa on Times of India
2018-01-26 11:48:49 Read More

Kohli betters Dhoni's record of most runs as Test captain

Virat Kohli on Friday surpassed Mahendra Singh Dhoni to become the India captain with most runs in Test cricket.
2018-01-26 11:37:49 Read More

Rohan Bopanna-Timea Babos enter Australian Open mixed doubles final

India's Rohan Bopanna inched closer towards his second Grand Slam title by reaching the mixed doubles final of the Australian Open along with Hungarian partner Timea Babos, on Friday.
2018-01-26 11:37:20 Read More

Advani gets his due, says no hard feelings against government

Pankaj Advani has finally got his due after being ignored for Padma Bhushan the previous two years. It is a case of better late than never though the 18-time world champion says he has no hard feelings against the government.
2018-01-26 11:25:47 Read More

4th ODI: Head guides Australia to victory against England

Australia romped to a three-wicket victory in the fourth one-day international at Adelaide Oval on Friday after threatening to dismiss England for the lowest score in the history of the format by reducing the tourists to eight for five inside seven overs.
2018-01-26 11:11:40 Read More

Babos-Mladenovic win Australian Open women's doubles title

Timea Babos of Hungary and Kristina Mladenovic of France became the first players from their respective countries to lift the Australian Open women's doubles crown.
2018-01-26 10:37:53 Read More

Babos-Mladenovic win Australian Open women's doubles title

Timea Babos of Hungary and Kristina Mladenovic of France became the first players from their respective countries to lift the Australian Open women's doubles crown.
2018-01-26 10:37:53 Read More

Roger Federer into Australian Open final as Chung retires injured

Defending champion Roger Federer strolled into the Australian Open final in a bitter-sweet win after Chung Hyeon's retired injured in their semi-final on Friday.
2018-01-26 10:20:09 Read More

Indonesia Masters: Saina sinks Sindhu to sail into semis

Former World No 1 Saina Nehwal asserted her supremacy over Olympic silver medallist P V Sindhu with a straight game victory to enter the semifinals of the $350,000 Indonesia Masters.
2018-01-26 09:45:06 Read More

Live: Lokesh Rahul falls early on Day 3

Ind vs SA 2018: South Africa will look to bowl India out under 150, if possible and then try to chase it down. If India get past 150, one can - they might well avoid the whitewash.
2018-01-26 08:11:51 Read More

Live: Indonesia Masters 2018: PV Sindhu vs Saina Nehwal

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2018-01-26 06:12:32 Read More

Live Blog: India vs South Africa, 3rd Test, Day 3

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2018-01-26 05:32:23 Read More

U-19 WC: India set up semis clash with Pakistan with thumping win

After posting a competitive total of 265, India bowled out Bangladesh for 134 in 42.1 overs with Kamlesh Nagarkoti taking three for 18 wickets.
2018-01-26 04:45:58 Read More

Saina sets up quarterfinal clash with Sindhu in Indonesia Masters

Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu set up a mouth-watering quarterfinal clash in the Indonesia Masters World Tour Super 500 Badminton tournament at Jakarta on Thursday.
2018-01-26 04:16:23 Read More

Mahindra Scorpio TOISA 2018 Nominees: Billiards/Snooker

The third Mahindra Scorpio Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) powered by All-Out, is India's first and largest multi discipline people's choice sports awards. TOISA is a platform created by the Times Group to recognise and reward Indian sporting talent and achievements on a global scale and will be held soon to honour the lion hearts who have done the country proud.
2018-01-26 03:57:07 Read More

Syed Mushtaq T20 Tie: Delhi make maiden final

Delhi edged out Uttar Pradesh by a mere three runs in a low-scoring Group B match to qualify for the final of the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 meet on Thursday. Delhi will play Rajasthan in final on Friday.
2018-01-26 03:29:11 Read More

Live score: Australia vs England, 4th ODI, Adelaide

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Gavaskar slams Wanderers pitch, lauds Bhuvneshwar

"Bhuvneshwar Kumar showed with both bat and ball why it was a mistake to leave him out of the second Test. A swing and seam bowler does not need a helpful surface, for the deception is in the movement of the ball in the air as much as off the pitch," Sunil Gavaskar opined.
2018-01-26 03:16:19 Read More

BCCI calls Kapil Dev for players' association

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has begun work towards executing a key reform of the Lodha committee - forming a Cricket Players' Association (CPA).
2018-01-26 03:06:55 Read More

Afghan boys make big statement on world stage

Afghanistan keep coming up with surprises in world cricket. This one came on Thursday. By the time more than half of the cricketing world woke up, the under-19 Afghan boys had brushed aside New Zealand in Christchurch by 202 runs to make their maiden semifinal in an ICC event.
2018-01-26 03:01:20 Read More

India vs South Africa: In 'dead' rubber, bowlers come alive

On a pitch that has suited quality pace bowling better than any in this series, one that made scoring of runs excruciatingly difficult, India's attack proved to be as good as any on Thursday.
2018-01-26 02:51:14 Read More

Barcelona through to Cup semis as Coutinho makes debut

Lionel Messi scored what proved to be the winner as Barcelona beat Espanyol 2-0 to reach the Copa del Rey semi-finals on Thursday in a game that saw Philippe Coutinho make his long-awaited debut.
2018-01-26 02:41:34 Read More

Bumrah's five-wicket haul keeps India in hunt in Johannesburg

Not for the first time since landing in South Africa, the Indian team is staring at a scenario in which they are effectively placed to win a Test match.
2018-01-26 02:30:25 Read More

Greatest gift for WWE is putting smiles on people’s faces world over: Stephanie McMahon

Audience interaction that has allowed WWE to rule the roost when it comes to pro-wrestling. For Stephanie, that has been the key to WWE’s success.
2018-01-26 01:53:03 Read More

U-19 WC: Gill, Sharma fifties help India post 265

Despite being tested for the first time in the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2018, the Indian-middle order did well to help their team put up a fighting total of 265 in their quarter-final match against Bangladesh at the Queenstown Events Centre, Queenstown on Friday.
2018-01-26 01:23:08 Read More

Live: U-19 WC: India set 266-run target for B'desh

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Amla terms Wanderers pitch as one of the toughest to bat on

South Africa batsman Hashim Amla on Thursday termed the Wanderers wicket as one of the toughest and quickest pitches he has ever batted on. India finished day two at 49 for one in their second innings after the Proteas were bowled out for 194 in their first innings.
2018-01-25 17:52:38 Read More

Jose Mourinho signs contract extension at Manchester United

Jose Mourinho has signed a contract extension at Manchester United that will keep him at Old Trafford until at least 2020, the Premier League club announced on Thursday.
2018-01-25 17:38:22 Read More

Jose Mourinho signs contract extension at Manchester United

Jose Mourinho has signed a contract extension at Manchester United that will keep him at Old Trafford until at least 2020, the Premier League club announced on Thursday.
2018-01-25 17:38:22 Read More

We can give it back as good as we get: Bumrah on short balls

Satisfied after getting his maiden five-wicket haul in Test cricket, Jasprit Bumrah said that the current Indian attack has "pace" and are not afraid of dishing out short-pitched stuff like their South African counterparts.
2018-01-25 17:29:57 Read More

Chennaiyin beat ATK 2-1 to climb to top of ISL standings

Chennaiyin FC came from a goal down to beat two-time champions ATK 2-1 in an Indian Super League match and jump to top of the standings, on Thursday.
2018-01-25 17:14:12 Read More

MS Dhoni, Pankaj Advani win Padma Bhushan awards

Former India cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni and multiple world champion cueist Pankaj Advani were on Thursday conferred with the country's third-highest civilian award, Padma Bhushan.
2018-01-25 17:13:54 Read More

India's first Paralympics gold medallist Petkar gets Padma Shri

India's first Paralympics gold medallist, Pune's Murlikant Petkar, finally got 'official' recognition of his achievement 45 years after he won the yellow metal in 1972 Paralympics in Heidelberg, Germany.
2018-01-25 16:42:11 Read More

Haryana Hammers enter PWL final, to clash with Punjab Royals

Haryana Hammers defeated UP Dangal 5-4 in a key contest to set up a mouth-watering clash against Punjab Royals in the final of the Pro Wrestling League.
2018-01-25 16:26:17 Read More

3rd Test: India edge into lead after Bhuvneshwar, Bumrah magic

By stumps on day two India found themselves 49/1 after bowling out the hosts for 194 - a lead of 42 on a devilishly tricky Wanderers surface where lateral movement and uneven bounce has made batting a test of both team's resolve.
2018-01-25 15:44:47 Read More

Harbhajan uncertain of future ahead of IPL auction

Having enjoyed a successful stint with Mumbai Indians, veteran India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh said on Thursday that he faces an uncertain future ahead of his appearance in the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction after a gap of 10 years.
2018-01-25 14:47:38 Read More

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Eager to play with Dhoni again: Deepak Chahar

Fresh from a stupendous show in domestic Twenty20, Rajasthan medium pacer Deepak Chahar is now hoping to reunite with Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the upcoming Indian Premier League.
2018-01-25 13:50:51 Read More

Delhi to clash with Rajasthan in Mushtaq Ali T20 final

Delhi maintained their composure under pressure to edge out former champions Uttar Pradesh by three runs in a low-scoring thriller to set up a summit clash with Rajasthan in the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 tournament.
2018-01-25 13:31:05 Read More

Why Gambhir may be watching cartoons during IPL auction

Despite being the second highest scorer in the 2017 IPL, curiously, Gautam Gambhir remains up for grabs as three franchisees - Delhi Daredevils, Kolkata Knight Riders and Kings XI Punjab - look for their next captains at the IPL player auction.
2018-01-25 12:21:27 Read More

Saina, Sindhu to clash in Indonesia quarter-finals

Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu will meet in an all-Indian quarter-final clash after both won their respective preliminary matches at the $350,000 Indonesia Masters, adding another chapter to their new rivalry.
2018-01-25 11:53:09 Read More

Vijender Singh rises to sixth in WBO rankings

Indian boxing star Vijender Singh has risen four rungs to sixth in the latest WBO rankings for the super middleweight category.
2018-01-25 11:36:37 Read More

Cilic tames Edmund to reach first Australian Open final

A business-like Marin Cilic defused the firepower of Kyle Edmund before crushing the ailing Briton 6-2, 7-6(4), 6-2 to reach his first Australian Open final on Thursday.
2018-01-25 11:22:48 Read More

IPL auction will come every year not World Cup: Dravid to U-19 players

India coach Rahul Dravid expects his boys to have full focus on their ongoing campaign in the ICC U-19 World Cup and not get distracted by the IPL auction this weekend.
2018-01-25 11:11:31 Read More

2018 IPL Auction: How Sunrisers Hyderabad could spend

Ahead of this weekend's 2018 IPL player auction in Bengaluru, at which 578 players will go under the hammer for 182 open slots for the league's 11th season, here's a look at how 2016 title winners Sunrisers Hyderabad are stacked up and what kind of players they may want to acquire.
2018-01-25 10:54:43 Read More

Pakistan finally overcome New Zealand with T20 win

Pakistan crushed New Zealand by 48 runs in the second T20 in Auckland on Thursday to notch their first victory of the tour over the Black Caps.
2018-01-25 10:46:31 Read More

Mahindra Scorpio TOISA 2018 Nominees: Archery

The third Mahindra Scorpio Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) powered by All-Out, is India's first and largest multi discipline people's choice sports awards.
2018-01-25 10:33:58 Read More

3rd Test: India take two wickets but Amla resists

Kagiso Rabada rode his luck until seven minutes before lunch on day two of the third Test in Johannesburg, helping South Africa move from an overnight 6/1 to 80/2 until an edge of his bat finally found a catcher.
2018-01-25 10:12:11 Read More

U-19 World Cup: Afghanistan stun New Zealand to enter semi-final

A 23-ball 66 from Azmatullah Omarzai was backed up by some precise bowling by spinners Mujeeb Zadran and Qais Ahmad as Afghanistan recorded a thumping 202-run victory over New Zealand to reach the semi-final of the ICC U-19 World Cup on Thursday.
2018-01-25 09:56:39 Read More

Ngidi named in ODI squad; Morkel, Morris return

Young pace sensation Lungi Ngidi has been rewarded for his recent performances with a place in South Africa's squad for the six-match ODI series against India starting in Durban on February 1.
2018-01-25 09:36:54 Read More

Halep sets up Australian Open final with Wozniacki

World number one Simona Halep set up an Australian Open final against Caroline Wozniacki after a thrilling 6-3, 4-6, 9-7 battle past former champion Angelique Kerber on Thursday.
2018-01-25 09:04:51 Read More

2018 IPL player auction: All you need to know

Ahead of the 11th season of the IPL that will run from April 7 to May 27, there will be a two-day player auction in Bengaluru on January 27-28 at which 578 cricketers will go under the hammer. Here is all you need to know about the auction.
2018-01-25 08:23:54 Read More

India's first adventure sports expo flags off Year of Adventure Tourism

Over the past decade, India has enhanced its reputation as a preferred adventure sports destination for sports enthusiasts, thrill seekers and adrenalin junkies with advancements in paragliding, skiing, rock climbing, white water rafting and trekking, to name a few.
2018-01-25 08:20:01 Read More

Live updates India vs South Africa 3rd Test Day 2

Check live cricket score, cricket scorecard & ball by ball commentary of India vs South Africa 3rd Test on Times of India
2018-01-25 07:12:21 Read More

Live blog: South Africa vs India, 3rd Test, Day 2

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2018-01-25 07:04:55 Read More

Unbeaten, untested India take on Bangladesh in quarters

An unbeaten India will start overwhelming favourites but will have to guard against complacency against a tricky Bangladesh in the quarter-finals of the ICC U-19 World Cup on Friday.
2018-01-25 07:03:40 Read More

Maxwell back in Australia ODI squad as cover for Finch

Batsman Glenn Maxwell has been recalled to the Australian squad as cover for Aaron Finch, who was ruled out of Friday's fourth one-day international against England in Adelaide with a hamstring injury.
2018-01-25 06:52:47 Read More

Four-nation hockey: India beat Belgium 5-4

Indian men's hockey team registered a thrilling 5-4 win over Rio Olympic silver-medallists Belgium in their second match at the second-leg of Four-Nation Invitational Tournament, on Wednesday. With this win, India are in the pole positon to book a place in the gold medal match.
2018-01-25 06:31:17 Read More

Federer looks to solve Korean puzzle to reach final

Roger Federer is figuring out how he will play South Korean unknown quantity Chung Hyeon ahead of Friday's semi-final in one of the Australian Open's most intriguing match-ups in years.
2018-01-25 06:19:46 Read More

Live score: Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, 6th ODI, Dhaka

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2018-01-25 06:02:45 Read More

Live score: New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I, Auckland

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2018-01-25 05:50:29 Read More

Wobbly Wozniacki beats Mertens to reach final

Caroline Wozniacki is one match away from ending her Grand Slam title drought after overcoming a late wobble to beat unseeded Elise Mertens and reach the Australian Open final on Thursday.
2018-01-25 05:42:37 Read More

Federer wishes 'friend' Rafa speedy recovery

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal might be arch-rivals on court but off it they are good friends and the compassionate Swiss star has been worried about the injured world number one.
2018-01-25 05:34:35 Read More

Bankrupt Becker's trophies are fair game

Boris Becker won six Grand Slams during a glittering career but even those treasured trophies are fair game as insolvency practitioners responsible for handling his bankruptcy try to track them down to pay his creditors.
2018-01-25 05:26:21 Read More

Bankrupt Becker's trophies are fair game

Boris Becker won six Grand Slams during a glittering career but even those treasured trophies are fair game as insolvency practitioners responsible for handling his bankruptcy try to track them down to pay his creditors.
2018-01-25 05:26:21 Read More

Zidane takes blame as Real Madrid suffer humiliating defeat

Real Madrid crashed to a humiliating Copa del Rey exit on Wednesday when they were knocked out by little Leganes in the quarter-finals with under-fire coach Zinedine Zidane taking the blame.
2018-01-25 05:06:20 Read More

Arsenal set up Manchester City League Cup final

Arsenal started the post-Alexis Sanchez era in style on Wednesday, coming from behind to beat Chelsea 2-1 on aggregate and set up a mouthwatering League Cup final against Premier League leaders Manchester City.
2018-01-25 04:44:54 Read More

Indians have potential in sports but lack opportunities: Rathore

Indians have great potential in sports but it is hampered by lack of opportunities, Union minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore said on Wednesday.
2018-01-25 04:33:52 Read More

Live: Four Nations Hockey - India vs Belgium

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2018-01-25 04:24:50 Read More

NCA chairman Niranjan Shah hits out at BCCI secretary

With the Indian cricket board (BCCI) doing little for developing the infrastructure of the game for over three years now, National Cricket Academy (NCA) chairman Niranjan Shah has got into a tiff with acting secretary Amitabh Choudhary over NCA.
2018-01-25 03:37:45 Read More

Peerless Federer becomes second oldest Grand Slam semi-finalist

Age is just a number for Roger Federer. The veteran artist, plotted and paced his way to a 7-6 (7-1), 6-3, 6-4 win over Czech Tomas Berdych to become the oldest man to reach the Australian Open semifinals since Ken Rosewall (42 years and 68 days) in 1977. 36 going on 37, and fighting strong.
2018-01-25 03:32:17 Read More

Six Indians in IPL captaincy fray

With Kolkata Knight Riders, Delhi Daredevils and Kings XI Punjab looking to pick their leaders, Gautam Gambhir, Harbhajan Singh, Ajinkya Rahane, R Ashwin, Yuvraj Singh and Manish Pandey's names are doing the rounds.
2018-01-25 03:10:26 Read More

2018 IPL Auction: Can RR create potent cocktail?

Ahead of this weekend’s 2018 IPL player auction in Bengaluru, at which 578 players will go under the hammer for 182 open slots for the league’s 11th season, here’s a look at how Rajasthan Royals, who are returning to the IPL after a two-year suspension, are stacked up and what kind of players they may want to acquire.
2018-01-25 03:06:30 Read More

Mahindra Scorpio TOISA 2018 Nominees: Badminton

Ahead of the 2018 TOISA to be held on February 26, here’s a recap of the how the cream of Indian badminton fared last year. For more details, you could also log on to
2018-01-25 03:06:07 Read More

Wicket wicked, but India's application worse

For all the potential Hardik Pandya has shown to find a place in the India XI, he gives the impression of a cricketer who's not sure yet of his role in the team. Is Pandya a bowler who can bat or a batman who can bowl?
2018-01-25 02:41:17 Read More

Australia woes continue with Finch to miss Adelaide ODI

Australia's in-form opener Aaron Finch is set to miss the fourth one-day international against England on Friday, in a setback for the hosts as they seek their first win of the series.
2018-01-25 02:40:19 Read More

Indian batting struggles, but Wanderers track could trouble SA too

In a display of what not to do on Day One of a Test, especially when facing a bowling attack in conditions they know best, the Indian batting line-up gave a masterclass of all that could've bordered on the absurd.
2018-01-25 02:27:33 Read More

National Stadium no-entry zone for players as MHA moves in

Rented out to the Union home ministry recently, the historic Major Dhyanchand National Stadium building has become off limits for hockey academy players and youngsters coming to the complex under the government’s ‘comeand-play’ scheme.
2018-01-25 00:20:04 Read More

Ex-gymnastics doctor sentenced to 175 years for sexual abuse

The disgraced long-time USA Gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar was sentenced on Wednesday to up to 175 years in prison for molesting young female gymnasts, following days of wrenching testimony in a Michigan courtroom.
2018-01-24 17:56:27 Read More

Important to look for runs on this surface: Phehlukwayo

South African all-rounder Andile Phehlukwayo on Wednesday said it was important to find runs on a bowling friendly pitch like the one used for the third Test against India.
2018-01-24 17:46:52 Read More

Anand beats Jones in round 10 of Tata Steel chess

Viswanathan Anand defeated Gawain Jones in round 10 of the Tata Steel chess at Wijk Aan Zee on Wednesday evening.
2018-01-24 17:33:08 Read More

3rd Test: Ganguly says Wanderers pitch 'unfair' on batsmen

Sourav Ganguly on Wednesday said the pitch for the third Test between India and South Africa was unfair on the batsmen and called for ICC's intervention into the matter.
2018-01-24 17:30:19 Read More

ISL: Pune City register come-from-behind win over Jamshedpur

Gurtej Singh and Emiliano Alfaro scored a goal each in a span of four minutes as FC Pune City scored a come-from-behind 2-1 win Jamshedpur FC in a thrilling Indian Super League match on Wednesday.
2018-01-24 17:06:20 Read More

Saina, Sindhu enter second round in Indonesia

India ace Saina Nehwal made a positive start to the new season, edging past China's Chen Yufei in a thrilling opening round match at the USD 350,000 Indonesia Masters World Tour Super 500 tournament on Wednesday.
2018-01-24 16:51:30 Read More

'187 as good as 300 on this surface'

India batsman Cheteshwar Pujara, who scored a gritty 50 in tough conditions on day one of the third Test against South Africa, said it was satisfying to get runs on "one of the toughest pitches he has played on". He also feels that 187 is a competitive first innings total on this track.
2018-01-24 16:35:21 Read More

EPL: Sanchez denies Henry told him to quit Arsenal

Alexis Sanchez has denied that Arsenal great Thierry Henry advised him to leave the club before his move this week to Premier League rivals Manchester United.
2018-01-24 16:33:33 Read More

3rd Test: India come undone for 187 after Kohli-Pujara vigil

Only three players got into double-digits as India were bowled out for 187 on day one of the third Test, which would have been far less if not for some generosity from the home side.
2018-01-24 15:43:42 Read More

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Veteran Federer welcomes new faces in Australian Open semis

Defending champion Roger Federer welcomed the emergence of new challengers, after several unseeded players made the Australian Open semi-finals for the first time in nearly 20 years.
2018-01-24 15:14:31 Read More

Veteran Federer welcomes new faces in Australian Open semis

Defending champion Roger Federer welcomed the emergence of new challengers, after several unseeded players made the Australian Open semi-finals for the first time in nearly 20 years.
2018-01-24 15:14:31 Read More

I-League: Neroca suffer 0-2 defeat against Lajong

Lajong pumped in two quick goals through Saihou Jagne (13th) and Abdoulaye Koffi (18th) and the home side, who were aiming to win this match to top the league table, could not score despite having several chances in the eleven-round game.
2018-01-24 14:20:39 Read More

Orchestra singer, milk-seller, farm labourer in Blind WC-winning team

One is a singer, one works at a farm, another sells milk -- meet India's Blind World Cup winning team members who are struggling to make ends meet in the cricket mad nation where many will become overnight millionaires in the IPL auction this weekend.
2018-01-24 13:48:30 Read More

Australian Open: Bopanna-Babos enter mixed doubles semis

India's Rohan Bopanna and Timea Babos of Hungary entered the mixed doubles semi-finals at the Australian Open with a straight-set win over Colombian Juan Sebastian Cabal and Abigail Spears of USA.
2018-01-24 13:40:48 Read More

Asia Team C'ship: Indian women handed tough draw, men get easy

The road to Uber Cup Finals would be a difficult one for Indian women shuttlers, who have been handed a tough draw at the Asia Team Championship but the men's team got an easier deal at the prestigious tournament.
2018-01-24 13:08:47 Read More

Syed Mushtaq Ali: Raina, Sharma star in UP's win over Baroda

Suresh Raina continued his imperious form with a third successive half century as Uttar Pradesh kept their final hopes alive with a resounding seven-wicket win over Baroda in the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy on Wednesday.
2018-01-24 12:55:09 Read More

Tea report: Pujara grinds on testing surface

Virat Kohli lived a charmed life, let off twice in surprisingly butter-fingered manner to stroke his way to a peppy 54, and Cheteshwar Pujara wore bouncers and in-cutters like a boxer taking punches in the tenth round, going into tea bruised but not yet beaten with 27 off 145 balls.
2018-01-24 12:50:21 Read More

Ali Zaryab guides Pakistan to U-19 World Cup semi-finals

Ali Zaryab hit a composed 74 to complement the hard work done by pacers Muhamad Musa and Shaheen Afridi as Pakistan notched up a three-wicket win over South Africa in the ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup Super League quarter-final.
2018-01-24 12:16:00 Read More

At this stage, want to be an elder statesman: Gambhir

When Gautam Gambhir's name went under the hammer in 2011, the IPL auction was the last thing on his mind as the World Cup was round the corner. But once he had played his part in India's title triumph, he went on to lead Kolkata Knight Riders to two IPL titles.
2018-01-24 11:49:21 Read More

Mascherano joins galaxy of stars in China

Argentine international defender Javier Mascherano was unveiled as the Chinese Super League's most high-profile signing in a year on Wednesday as he joined Hebei China Fortune from Barcelona.
2018-01-24 11:37:28 Read More

Aus Open: Federer dispatches Berdych to reach semi-final

Defending champion Roger Federer argued with an umpire but mostly let his racket do the talking as he beat Tomas Berdych for the ninth time running to reach the Australian Open semi-finals on Wednesday.
2018-01-24 11:23:46 Read More

IPL Auction: Will perennial hopefuls Delhi finally spend wisely?

Ahead of this weekend's 2018 IPL player auction in Bengaluru, at which 578 players will go under the hammer for 182 open slots for the league's 11th season, here's a look at how Delhi Daredevils are stacked up and what kind of players they may want to acquire.
2018-01-24 11:03:51 Read More

Four-nation hockey: India beat New Zealand 3-2 in opener

Indian men's hockey team registered a fighting 3-2 win over hosts New Zealand in their opening match at the second-leg of Four-Nation Invitational Tournament, here on Wednesday.
2018-01-24 10:40:33 Read More

ISL: ATK sack coach Teddy Sheringham

Under Sheringham, the defending champions suffered four losses and drew thrice in 10 outings to slip to eighth place in the 10-team standings.
2018-01-24 09:35:08 Read More

3rd Test live: India lose openers early

Check live cricket score, cricket scorecard & ball by ball commentary of India vs South Africa 3rd Test on Times of India
2018-01-24 08:43:50 Read More

Halep batters Pliskova to set up Kerber semi-final

World number one Simona Halep overcame a nervous start to batter sixth seed Karolina Pliskova into submission in their Australian Open quarter-final on Wednesday.
2018-01-24 08:36:16 Read More

Will returning CSK stick to formula or build from scratch?

A look at how two-time title-holders Chennai Super Kings, who are returning to the IPL after a two-year suspension, are stacked up and what kind of players they may want to acquire.
2018-01-24 08:35:57 Read More

2018 IPL Auction: KKR’s possible targets, and the Gambhir riddle

Ahead of this weekend’s 2018 IPL player auction in Bengaluru, at which 578 players will go under the hammer for 182 open slots for the league’s 11th season, here’s a look at how two-time title-holders Kolkata Knight Riders are stacked up and what kind of players they may want to acquire.
2018-01-24 08:09:01 Read More

Live Blog: India vs South Africa, 3rd Test, Day 1

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2018-01-24 06:29:59 Read More

Chung powers past Sandgren into Open semis

Unseeded Chung Hyeon became the first South Korean to reach a semi-final at a Grand Slam with a dominant straight sets win over American Tennys Sandgren at the Australian Open on Wednesday.
2018-01-24 05:53:50 Read More

Kerber crushes Keys to reach Melbourne Park semis

Revitalised 2016 champion Angelique Kerber made a major statement of intent as she stormed into the semi-finals of the Australian Open with a dominant 6-1 6-2 victory over Madison Keys on Wednesday.
2018-01-24 05:39:27 Read More

Serena to play Fed Cup tie against Netherlands

Former world number one Serena Williams will return to the tennis courts next month in the United States' Fed Cup first round tie against the Netherlands, the United States Tennis Association said on Tuesday.
2018-01-24 05:10:23 Read More

Man City survive late fightback to reach League Cup final

Manchester City reached the League Cup final, shattering second-tier Bristol City's hopes of a remarkable upset, as the Premier League leaders survived a late fightback to win 3-2 on Tuesday and clinch the tie 5-3 on aggregate.
2018-01-24 05:01:29 Read More

2018 IPL auction: What the franchises look like

Ahead of this weekend’s IPL players auction in Bengaluru, here’s at how the franchises are stacked up.
2018-01-24 04:08:01 Read More

Fighting brain tumour, Poonam stands tall for Chhattisgarh

Just prior to the start of Chhattisgarh's semifinal clash against Karnataka at the Nehru Indoor Stadium here on Tuesday, Poonam Chaturvedi had expressed anguish with her poor health and indifferent performances in the ongoing Senior National Basketball Championship.
2018-01-24 02:57:36 Read More

Play Rahane, make starts to prevent 0-3: Srikkanth

In his column for TOI, Srikkanth hoped to see Team India vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane make the playing XI after warming the bench all tour.
2018-01-24 02:54:42 Read More

Be patient with Kohli, he will get better as captain: Ganguly

In his column for TOI, Ganguly wrote that people should allow Kohli some room given this tour of South Africa was always going to be tough for a team that has played in Asia for the past 12 months.
2018-01-24 02:47:39 Read More

This is an opportunity to correct mistakes: Kohli

In trying to up his game each passing day to handling indifferent performances from his teammates, the scope of Virat Kohli’s responsibility has only widened. From being a batsman who was expected to fill up the crack left wide open by the Fab Four exit, he’s now a leader expected to marshal a side that has lacked the same determination as him on the tour of South Africa. In that, Kohli is a man learning things the hard way.
2018-01-24 02:45:11 Read More

This is an opportunity to correct mistakes: Kohli

In trying to up his game each passing day to handling indifferent performances from his teammates, the scope of Virat Kohli’s responsibility has only widened. From being a batsman who was expected to fill up the crack left wide open by the Fab Four exit, he’s now a leader expected to marshal a side that has lacked the same determination as him on the tour of South Africa. In that, Kohli is a man learning things the hard way.
2018-01-24 02:45:11 Read More

3rd Test: India look to avoid whitewash

This South African team has a point to prove. It wants to pay back in the same coin after the whitewash inflicted on them back in 2015-16 when they toured India. This Indian team also has a point to prove. It does not want to be remembered as the first side from India to suffer a whitewash in South Africa since international cricket returned here in 1991-92.
2018-01-24 02:36:35 Read More

Make Rahul keep, add Rahane as sixth batsman: Gavaskar

Former India batsman and captain Sunil Gavaskar believes the solution to India’s Playing XI revolves around making KL Rahul keep wickets, a move which in turn can allow Virat Kohli to have an extra batsman in Ajinkya Rahane
2018-01-24 02:08:00 Read More

PWL: Haryana Hammer down UP Dangal, set up repeat clash in semis

Haryana Hammers' Sun Yanan and Roublejit Rangi won the last two bouts against UP Dangal to win the last league encounter of the Pro Wrestling League, here at the Siri Fort Indoor Stadium on Tuesday.
2018-01-23 16:57:44 Read More

Anand draws with Carlsen at Tata Steel Chess

Multiple-time World champion Viswanathan Anand's clash with current Numero Uno Magnus Carlsen was touted to be the most-awaited one at the ongoing 80th edition of Tata Steel chess tournament.
2018-01-23 16:46:36 Read More

Kohli contradicts Shastri on preparation for SA series

India skipper Virat Kohli insisted his team didn't come under prepared for the Test series against South Africa, contradicting coach Ravi Shastri's views that the side should have spent more time preparing.
2018-01-23 16:32:39 Read More

Yousuf advises struggling Sarfraz to consult Dhoni

Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Yousuf has advised national team captain and wicketkeeper Sarfraz Ahmed to consult Mahendra Singh Dhoni to get over his fitness and form issues.
2018-01-23 16:17:55 Read More

Kohli needs someone to point out his mistakes: Sehwag

Virender Sehwag has once again trained his guns on Virat Kohli, saying currently there is no one in the team who can stand up to the India skipper and point out his mistakes on the field.
2018-01-23 16:02:15 Read More

Wozniacki sees off Suarez Navarro to reach Australian Open semi-finals

Former world number one Caroline Wozniacki marched into her second Australian Open semi-final by beating Spain's Carla Suarez Navarro 6-0, 6-7(3), 6-2 in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
2018-01-23 15:01:31 Read More

We managed to outbat India in first two Tests: Faf du Plessis

South Africa captain Faf du Plessis on Tuesday said his team has managed to outperform the famed Indian batting line-up in the ongoing Test series, which has proved to be the difference between the two sides in the opening two matches.
2018-01-23 14:18:45 Read More

Virat Kohli challenges individuals in Indian team

Captain Virat Kohli revealed on Tuesday there has been some hard talking in the India camp ahead of the third and final Test against South Africa, starting at the Wanderers Stadium on Wednesday.
2018-01-23 13:57:27 Read More

Bangladesh cruise to easy win vs Zimbabwe

Opener Tamim Iqbal and all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan continued their rich vein of form as Bangladesh maintained its winning-streak in the tri-nation One-day tournament on Tuesday, recording a 91-run win against Zimbabwe.
2018-01-23 13:48:52 Read More

India Open offers perfect stage for boxers for CWG selection

The Indian pugilists, who are eying glory at the Commonwealth Games, to be held from April 4 to 15 in Gold Coast, couldn't ask a better exposure than the India Open International Boxing Championship, beginning in New Delhi next week.
2018-01-23 13:29:26 Read More

India Open offers perfect stage for boxers for CWG selection

The Indian pugilists, who are eying glory at the Commonwealth Games, to be held from April 4 to 15 in Gold Coast, couldn't ask a better exposure than the India Open International Boxing Championship, beginning in New Delhi next week.
2018-01-23 13:29:26 Read More

Interaction with Sachin Tendulkar will benefit all players: Mithali Raj

Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar gave a pep talk to members of the Indian women's team and skipper Mithali Raj said on Tuesday that interaction with him would benefit all the players.
2018-01-23 13:15:38 Read More

Saina wants to skip Asia Team Championship, BAI reluctant to let go

Saina Nehwal wants to skip next month's Asia Team Championship to prepare for the All England Championship but the Badminton Association of India (BAI) is trying to convince the Indian ace to play the event, which also serves as a qualifier for prestigious Uber Cup.
2018-01-23 12:37:57 Read More

Cilic reaches Australian Open semi-finals after Nadal retires hurt

Marin Cilic advanced to the semi-finals of the Australian Open on Tuesday after top seed Rafael Nadal retired hurt when trailing 3-6, 6-3, 6-7(5), 6-2, 2-0 in their match at Rod Laver Arena.
2018-01-23 12:16:55 Read More

CoA to review India's Test debacle in South Africa

The Committee of Administrators (CoA) running the BCCI will review India's dismal performance in South Africa following the conclusion of the tour.
2018-01-23 11:18:36 Read More

Dismal start for India at Indonesia Masters

India witnessed a dismal start at the Indonesia Masters as none of the shuttlers could cross the qualifying stage at the $350,00 World Tour Super 500 tournament.
2018-01-23 10:50:12 Read More

Not sure if Kohli can be a long-term captaincy option: Smith

Former South Africa captain Graeme Smith has raised fingers at India skipper Virat Kohli's leadership credentials, asking if he really is the right choice for captaincy in the longer run.
2018-01-23 10:39:21 Read More

2018 IPL Auction: Five uncapped Indians to keep an eye on

Here are five uncapped Indians who could make it large come this weekend’s IPL auction.
2018-01-23 08:58:59 Read More

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India face New Zealand in second leg of four-nation tournament

India would be aiming to put behind the disappointment of a first-leg final loss when they open their campaign against hosts New Zealand in the second leg of the Four Nations Invitational Hockey Tournament on Wednesday.
2018-01-23 08:11:54 Read More

Edmund upsets Dimitrov to reach semi-final

Kyle Edmund became only the sixth British man to reach a Grand Slam semi-final with an upset win over world No.3 Grigor Dimitrov at the Australian Open on Tuesday.
2018-01-23 08:02:16 Read More

Beleaguered India eye consolatory win, avoid whitewash

This was the first overseas Test series loss for India under Virat Kohli (discounting the 2014 loss in Australia as MS Dhoni was full-time captain back then). The tour has also ended India's streak of nine consecutive series' wins since 2015.
2018-01-23 07:08:41 Read More

Pundits hail 'new Warne' as Aussie leggie sets U-19 record

A record-breaking eight-wicket spell from Australian leg-spinner Lloyd Pope at the Under-19 World Cup on Tuesday has sparked comparisons to the legendary Shane Warne from pundits Down Under.
2018-01-23 06:03:04 Read More

Live score: Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe, 5th ODI, Dhaka

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Weak eyesight no hindrance for 'Professor' Chung

Chung Hyeon took up tennis after a doctor recommended that peering at a green court would help his weak eyesight, and the bespectacled South Korean has never looked back.
2018-01-23 05:30:17 Read More

Weak eyesight no hindrance for 'Professor' Chung

Chung Hyeon took up tennis after a doctor recommended that peering at a green court would help his weak eyesight, and the bespectacled South Korean has never looked back.
2018-01-23 05:30:17 Read More

Amarnath urges struggling India to reshuffle batting at Wanderers

Former India allrounder Mohinder Amarnath believes that the 0-2 scoreline that Virat Kohli’s team finds itself in heading into the dead rubber Test in Johannesburg on Wednesday could have been avoided with better application from their batsmen.
2018-01-23 05:25:49 Read More

West Indies to host 2018 Women's World T20

The 2018 edition of the Women's World T20 will be hosted by Antigua and Barbuda, Guyana and St Lucia from November 9-24, the ICC has announced.
2018-01-23 05:21:03 Read More

Back to drawing board for ailing Djokovic

It's back to the drawing board for ailing 12-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic with his immediate playing future uncertain after an injury-ravaged exit from the Australian Open.
2018-01-23 05:11:15 Read More

Unseeded Mertens routs Svitolina to reach semi-final

Unseeded Australian Open debutant Elise Mertens blew away world number four Elina Svitolina in straight sets Tuesday to reach a first Grand Slam semi-final.
2018-01-23 05:00:30 Read More

2018 IPL Auction: Five Indians in line for monster paydays

Of the 360 Indian cricketers go under the hammer in Bengaluru on January 27-28, here are five who could fetch hefty paycheques.
2018-01-23 03:45:34 Read More

Root to miss T20 tri-series, Stokes delays return

Joe Root on Tuesday pulled out of England's Twenty20 tri-series against Australia and New Zealand, as Ben Stokes confirmed his return to international cricket would be delayed by a court appearance.
2018-01-23 03:30:32 Read More

Sanchez signs for Manchester United, Mkhitaryan joins Arsenal

Alexis Sanchez said Monday he was "thrilled to be joining the biggest club in the world" as he moved to Manchester United from Arsenal in a swap deal with Henrikh Mkhitaryan.
2018-01-23 03:19:52 Read More

Battling Swansea shock Liverpool

Liverpool's progress towards securing a Champions League spot was halted by the Premier League's bottom club and a single goal by Alfie Mawson on Monday as Liverpool's defensive frailties returned.
2018-01-23 03:10:01 Read More

WWE RAW 25 live updates and full results

live updates, live results and live analysis of the WWE RAW 25 years from the Barclays Center and its original home, the Manhattan Center.​
2018-01-23 03:03:45 Read More

Mahindra Scorpio TOISA 2018 Nominees: Athletics

Ahead of the 2018 TOISA to be held on February 26, here’s a recap of the most successful Indian athletes of 2017
2018-01-23 02:46:53 Read More

Wanderers record a boost for India ahead of third Test

The Wanderers could live up to its reputation as a haven for fast bowlers, especially after South African captain Faf du Plessis expressed his disappointment with the slowness of the Centurion pitch where South Africa clinched the series last week.
2018-01-23 02:25:34 Read More

Teams to oppose change in IPL match timings

The Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises are upset that the BCCI has decided to change the timings of the daily matches - by pushing the 4 pm game to a 5.30 pm start and by bringing forward the 8 pm game to 7 pm - at the request of the broadcaster.
2018-01-23 02:24:39 Read More

3rd Test: Openers' lack of runs worry for India

Between Shikhar Dhawan, Murali Vijay and KL Rahul lie the key to India’s fortunes if they aim at seeking any consolation whatsoever from the last Test match of this series.
2018-01-23 02:14:18 Read More

Being in SA earlier would have helped prepare better: Shastri

​​​Ravi Shastri, the coach of the Indian team, is the first to admit that the batsmen’s inability to score runs alone has cost them heavily in the first two Tests.
2018-01-23 01:36:40 Read More

Ton-up Raina guides UP to 75-run win over Bengal

Suresh Raina roared back to form with an unbeaten century in Uttar Pradesh's 75-run win even as Bengal and Jharkhand stood on the brink of exit at the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20 tournament on Monday.
2018-01-22 16:31:37 Read More

PWL: Punjab Royals beat Mumbai Maharathi 5-2

Punjab Royals' icon player Geno Petriashvili scored a dominating 7-0 victory over Satender Malik in the super heavyweight category to clinch the tie 5-2 against Mumbai Maharathi in the Pro Wrestling League.
2018-01-22 16:14:58 Read More

PWL: Punjab Royals beat Mumbai Maharathi 5-2

Punjab Royals' icon player Geno Petriashvili scored a dominating 7-0 victory over Satender Malik in the super heavyweight category to clinch the tie 5-2 against Mumbai Maharathi in the Pro Wrestling League.
2018-01-22 16:14:58 Read More

Pliskova rallies to reach Australian Open quarter-finals

Karolina Pliskova rallied from a set down to beat fellow Czech and 20th seed Barbora Strycova 6-7 (5/7), 6-3, 6-2 and make the Australian Open quarter-finals.
2018-01-22 15:03:56 Read More

We are looking forward to making it 3-0: Vernon Philander

South African pacer Vernon Philander has shot off a warning to India, saying the hosts would not lower their guard in the third Test starting here on Wednesday as they eye a series whitewash.
2018-01-22 14:30:46 Read More

Sachin gives pep talk to women's team ahead of SA series

Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar on Monday gave a pep talk to members of the Indian women's cricket team, who will travel to South Africa for a gruelling ODI and T20 series.
2018-01-22 13:50:20 Read More

Ravi Shastri defends Ajinkya Rahane's omission from first two Tests

India coach Ravi Shastri on Monday defended the team management's decision to leave out Ajinkya Rahane from the first two Tests in South Africa, saying Rohit Sharma was the best option going by form.
2018-01-22 13:25:35 Read More

IPL 2018 to begin on April 7 in Mumbai

The 11th edition of the lucrative Indian Premier League (IPL) will be held from April 7 to May 27, the IPL governing council said on Monday. Mumbai will host the opening match and the final of the cash-rich T20 tournament.
2018-01-22 13:08:01 Read More

Chung dumps wounded Djokovic out of Australian Open

Six-time champion Novak Djokovic bowed out of the Australian Open in the fourth round as relentless South Korean Chung Hyeon ground him down to claim a stunning 7-6(4), 7-5, 7-6(3) victory on Monday.
2018-01-22 12:07:43 Read More

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Punjab secure second straight win

The stylish Yuvraj Singh struck a 34-ball 40 to help Punjab beat Mumbai by three wickets for their second successive win in the Super League stage of Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy domestic T20 competition on Monday.
2018-01-22 12:02:35 Read More

Sindhu, Srikanth eye Indonesia Masters in new season

Indian ace shuttlers PV Sindhu and Kidambi Srikanth will look to make a positive start to the new season when they kick off the international calendar at the $350,000 Indonesia Masters World Tour Super 500 tournament beginning on Tuesday.
2018-01-22 11:31:09 Read More

What if these 90s cricketers had played T20s?

A T20 XI from the 1990s - featuring a destructive top three, a street-smart middle order, two excellent allrounders, one revolutionary spinner and a miserly fast bowler.
2018-01-22 10:53:08 Read More

I became a real cricketer at CSK, says Suresh Raina

Out-of-favour India all-rounder Suresh Raina knows his worth in the Indian Premier League and credited Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for transforming him into a real cricketer.
2018-01-22 10:43:25 Read More

Sandgren topples Thiem to keep Melbourne dream alive

American Tennys Sandgren's dream debut at the Australian Open continued on Monday as the rank outsider upset fifth seed Dominic Thiem 6-2, 4-6, 7-6(4), 6-7(7), 6-3 to reach an improbable quarter-final.
2018-01-22 10:30:20 Read More

Don't expect miracles from Woods in 2018, say experts

As anticipation builds over Tiger Woods's official comeback after nearly a year rehabilitating from a spinal fusion, two former professionals have offered a tempered view of what to expect from the 14-time major champion in 2018 and beyond.
2018-01-22 10:15:07 Read More

Khelo India: A call to India's youth

The sports ministry has released a teaser for the inaugural edition, in which PM Narendra Modi can be seen talking of the importance of sports in a person’s development and Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore encouraging India’s youth to come and participate in the first KISG.
2018-01-22 09:05:24 Read More

Munro gets New Zealand home as Pakistan woes continue

Munro was left unbeaten on 49, when a wide by Hasan Ali in the 16th over allowed New Zealand to pass their 105-run target.
2018-01-22 07:24:44 Read More

Munro gets New Zealand home as Pakistan woes continue

Munro was left unbeaten on 49, when a wide by Hasan Ali in the 16th over allowed New Zealand to pass their 105-run target.
2018-01-22 07:24:44 Read More

Federer eases into Aus Open quarter-finals

Roger Federer reached the Australian Open quarter-finals for the 14th time on Monday but the defending champion did not have everything his own way against 80th-ranked Hungarian Marton Fucsovics.
2018-01-22 07:24:21 Read More

2018 IPL player auction guide

From an original pool of 1122, there will be 578 cricketers up for auction; of these, 360 are Indian and the rest overseas players.
2018-01-22 07:09:19 Read More

2018 IPL auction: Who's in line for big payday?

A look at ten foreign cricketers who could attract hefty pay packages from IPL franchises during the January 27-28 IPL player auction in Bengaluru.
2018-01-22 06:50:18 Read More

Kerber ends Hsieh's fairytale run to reach quarters

Former champion Angelique Kerber was driven to distraction by the unorthodox game of world number 88 Hsieh Su-wei but overhauled the Taiwanese battler 4-6 7-5 6-2 to reach the quarter-finals of the Australian Open on Monday.
2018-01-22 05:00:51 Read More

Barcelona's second-half stamina key to big lead in La Liga

The game between the runaway leaders and the usually highly entertaining Betis was delicately poised at 0-0 until Ivan Rakitic broke the deadlock in the 58th minute and as the home side began to wilt, Barca came into their own.
2018-01-22 04:51:08 Read More

Holland recalled, Richardson in for South Africa tour

Left arm spinner Jon Holland has been recalled to Australia's test squad for their tour of South Africa in March, while fast bowler Jhye Richardson has been named for the first time.
2018-01-22 04:23:17 Read More

Live Score: New Zealand vs Pakistan, 1st T20I

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2018-01-22 03:44:10 Read More

Mumbai Marathon: Deksisa, Gobena take top honours

Solomon Deksisa and Amane Gobena lived up to their billing as the fastest athletes in the elite men’s and women’s field respectively as the Ethiopian pair galloped to victory in the 2018 Tata Mumbai Marathon on Sunday.
2018-01-22 02:50:58 Read More

3rd Test: Parthiv may make way for Karthik

Devastated at the effort he came up with in Centurion, in a Test match that could’ve been a golden opportunity for Parthiv Patel to reverse his fortunes in the national team, the 32-year-old has been honest enough to take the responsibility.
2018-01-22 02:37:45 Read More

Australian Open: Nadal power play books quarter-final berth

World No. 1 books QF berth; Dimitrov downs Kyrgios.
2018-01-22 02:34:16 Read More

India may opt for extra batsman in Rahane at pacy Wanderers

To bolster themselves against the four-man pace attack that’s only been getting more lethal with each session, India have decided to include Ajinkya Rahane in the eleven for the third Test
2018-01-22 02:17:39 Read More

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Does BCCI need a bigger selection panel?

TOI has learned that the team management is sure of the steps it will want to take if the match at the Wanderers ends up anywhere close to the ones at Newlands and the SuperSport Park.
2018-01-22 02:07:32 Read More

Bloodied Ronaldo scores twice in Real Madrid rout

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice but had to leave the pitch with his face covered in blood as Real Madrid eased their domestic crisis by hammering Liga strugglers Deportivo La Coruna 7-1 at home on Sunday to reclaim fourth place in the standings.
2018-01-21 17:27:38 Read More

ISL: FC Goa edge out Kerala Blasters 2-1

FC Goa put an end to Kerala Blasters FC's resurgence as the visitors handed them a 2-1 defeat in the Hero Indian Super League (ISL) on Sunday.
2018-01-21 17:06:01 Read More

Anand draws with Svidler at Tata Steel Chess

Indian grandmaster Viswanathan Anand played out a draw against Peter Svidler of Russia in the eighth round of Tata Steel Masters chess tournament.
2018-01-21 16:53:01 Read More

PWL: Veer Marathas beat Sultans, inch closer to semi-final

Vasilisa Marzaluik helped Veer Marathas inch closer to a semi-final berth, sealing her team's victory in the sixth bout of the night in the Pro Wrestling League, here at the Siri Fort Indoor Stadium on Sunday.
2018-01-21 16:15:34 Read More

PWL: Veer Marathas beat Sultans, inch closer to semi-final

Vasilisa Marzaluik helped Veer Marathas inch closer to a semi-final berth, sealing her team's victory in the sixth bout of the night in the Pro Wrestling League, here at the Siri Fort Indoor Stadium on Sunday.
2018-01-21 16:15:34 Read More

ISL: Jamshedpur's fightback floors Dynamos in five-goal thriller

Jamshedpur FC staged a remarkable recovery after being two goals down as they upstaged the Indian Super League's bottom-placed side Delhi Dynamos 3-2 in a five-goal thriller on Sunday.
2018-01-21 15:39:02 Read More

India helping us more than Pakistan: Afghan board CEO

Not disregarding the initial support given by Pakistan, Afghanistan Cricket Board CEO Shafiq Stanikzai says the BCCI has played a bigger role in the rapid rise of the game in the strife-torn nation.
2018-01-21 15:13:08 Read More

Perera halts Sri Lanka slide after win over Zimbabwe

Thisara Perera starred with bat and ball as Sri Lanka ended their recent dismal run by beating Zimbabwe by five wickets in the tri-nation one-day international tournament on Sunday.
2018-01-21 14:54:56 Read More

India pacers matched SA's vaunted attack: Eric Simons

Indian pacers are taking more wickets abroad than ever before, leaving the team's former bowling coach Eric Simons so impressed, that he equated them with their vaunted pace counterparts from South Africa.
2018-01-21 14:26:47 Read More

ISL Live Score: Kerala Blasters FC vs FC Goa

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2018-01-21 14:07:45 Read More

Rohan Bopanna-Timea Babos advance at Australian Open

Veteran Leander Paes and Purav Raja on Sunday crashed out even as Rohan Bopanna and his Hungarian partner Timea Babos outplayed their opponents to progress to the pre-quarterfinals at the Australian Open.
2018-01-21 13:49:07 Read More

Wounded India get down to business again ahead of third Test

Looking to salvage pride in the third Test beginning on Wednesday, team India got down to business at the Wanderers on Sunday with a practice session that lasted just under four hours.
2018-01-21 13:37:34 Read More

Dimitrov ousts Kyrgios to reach Australian Open quarters

Bulgaria's world No.3 Grigor Dimitrov won a gripping four-setter to knock Australia's big hope Nick Kyrgios out of the Australian Open on Sunday. Dimitrov downed the 17th seeded Kyrgios 7-6 (7/3), 7-6 (7/4), 4-6, 7-6 (7/4) in 3hr 26min and will face Britain's Kyle Edmund in the quarter-finals.
2018-01-21 13:04:54 Read More

Axelsen defeats Nishimoto to win Malaysia Masters

World number one Viktor Axelsen of Denmark defeated Japan's Kenta Nishimoto 21-13, 21-23, 21-18 in a gruelling match to win the Malaysia Masters final on Sunday.
2018-01-21 12:54:38 Read More

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Yuvraj, Harbhajan star in Punjab's thrilling win

Veterans Yuvraj Singh and Harbhajan Singh dug deep into their reservoir of experience as star-studded Punjab held their nerves to pip Karnataka via eliminator in the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy Super League round on Sunday.
2018-01-21 12:40:52 Read More

Buttler stars as England beat Australia to clinch ODI series

A scintillating century from Jos Buttler brought England a 16-run win and a one-day international series victory against Australia in Sydney on Sunday.
2018-01-21 11:57:58 Read More

I-League: Dicka strikes sink East Bengal in Kolkata derby

Criticised for being profligate inside the 18-yard box, Dipanda Dicka stepped up his game when it mattered most with two brilliant goals, as Mohun Bagan outclassed East Bengal 2-0 in a much-anticipated I-League derby on Sunday.
2018-01-21 11:20:17 Read More

EPL: Watford sack manager Marco Silva

Watford have sacked manager Marco Silva after a poor run of recent results, the Premier League club announced on Sunday. "This has been a difficult decision and one not taken lightly," the club said in a statement on its website.
2018-01-21 10:48:46 Read More

Anand suffers shock defeat against Kramnik at Tata Steel Chess

Indian grandmaster Viswanathan Anand's quest for a record sixth title suffered a setback as he slumped to a shock defeat against Vladimir Kramnik of Russia in the seventh round of the Tata Steel Masters chess tournament.
2018-01-21 10:42:49 Read More

We didn't gain anything playing Sri Lanka: Harbhajan Singh

Senior off-spinner Harbhajan Singh is of the opinion that India's home series against Sri Lanka served little purpose ahead of the gruelling tour of South Africa.
2018-01-21 10:28:44 Read More

Nadal fights off gutsy Schwartzman to reach quarters

Spain's Rafael Nadal fought off tenacious Argentine Diego Schwartzman to win through to the quarter-finals of the Australian Open on Sunday, ensuring he remains world number one after the tournament ends.
2018-01-21 09:43:55 Read More

Paes and Raja lose in pre-quarters of Aus Open

Veteran Leander Paes and Purav Raja on Sunday suffered a straight-set defeat at the hands of the Colombian pair of Juan Sebastian Cabal and Robert Farah in the pre-quarterfinals to bow out of the Australian Open.
2018-01-21 07:39:16 Read More

Four Nations Hockey: India lose 1-2 to Belgium in final encounter

Tom Boon (4th minute) and Sebastien Dockier (36th) found the target for Belgium while Mandeep Singh (19th) was India's lone goal-scorer.
2018-01-21 06:57:09 Read More

Mumbai Marathon: Deksisa, Gobena make it a double delight for Ethiopia

Solomon Deksisa and Amane Gobena made it a double delight for Ethiopia in the USD 405,000 Tata Mumbai Marathon here on Sunday by clinching the respective men's and women's races.
2018-01-21 06:50:59 Read More

Cilic brings up 100 as he makes Australian Open quarters

Croatia's Marin Cilic won his 100th Grand Slam match as he mastered Spain's Pablo Carreno Busta in four sets to reach the quarter-finals of the Australian Open on Sunday.
2018-01-21 05:53:19 Read More

Live Score: Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe, 4th ODI, Dhaka

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2018-01-21 05:53:03 Read More

Interview: Shawn Michaels talks about Undertaker's legacy and more

With just a couple of days for the historic RAW 25 episode, TOI Sports had the opportunity to talk to Michaels as he talked about the DX 2.0, the legacy of Undertaker and much more.
2018-01-21 05:22:02 Read More

Wozniacki gallops into Melbourne quarter-finals

Second seed Caroline Wozniacki needed only a shade over an hour to book a quarter-final spot at the Australian Open as she thrashed Slovakia's Magdalena Rybarikova 6-3 6-0 on Sunday.
2018-01-21 05:18:36 Read More

Breaking the world record the easy part for Christian Coleman

Setting a potential 60 metres world record of 6.37 seconds turned out to be just part of the challenge for American Christian Coleman.
2018-01-21 05:14:42 Read More

'Around 200' Russians to compete in Pyeongchang Olympics

Around 200 "clean" Russians will take part in the upcoming Winter Games, even though their country is suspended, the deputy prime minister responsible for sport, Vitaly Mutko, said on Saturday.
2018-01-21 04:37:59 Read More

La Liga: Real Madrid out of top four as Villarreal win

Villarreal moved above Real Madrid and into the top four after a 2-1 win over Levante that saw them leapfrog the struggling champions and pile more pressure on Real coach Zinedine Zidane.
2018-01-21 04:30:09 Read More

Rafael Nadal headlines with Slam quarters at stake

The first players into the Australian Open quarter-finals will be decided on Sunday with Rafael Nadal aiming to be there for the 10th time, as Nick Kyrgios and Grigor Dimitrov face off in an anticipated clash.
2018-01-21 03:24:01 Read More

Back's fine as Federer serves up warning to rivals

Roger Federer says he is regaining the rhythm and consistency of his silky serve following his recovery from a back injury as he steps up the defence of his Australian Open title.
2018-01-21 03:10:31 Read More

Live: Australia vs England, 3rd ODI, Sydney

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2018-01-21 03:02:17 Read More

Lack of India's wicketkeeping resources ring alarm bells

Lack of back-up pptions for India exposes flaws in BCCI’s programme.
2018-01-21 02:46:57 Read More

Racism is very much alive in South Africa: Mike Procter

Procter’s autobiography ‘Caught in the Middle’ is out, in which he’s touched upon the subjects that he’s never spoken about in a long career.
2018-01-21 02:32:23 Read More

India v South Africa: Virat Kohli faces fire after series defeat

​Skipper Kohli gets the accolades when India win. Now, it is time for him to face the music,
2018-01-21 02:21:59 Read More

Martial strike gives United points at Turf Moor

Anthony Martial proved the match-winner for Manchester United as Jose Mourinho took time off from his high-profile pursuit of Alexis Sanchez to mastermind a 1-0 victory at Burnley in the Premier League on Saturday.
2018-01-20 17:31:46 Read More

Rampant Arsenal put four past Palace to end winless run

Arsenal proved they can thrive without Alexis Sanchez as the rampant Gunners scored four times in the first 22 minutes of their 4-1 victory over hapless Crystal Palace on Saturday.
2018-01-20 17:21:37 Read More

Sports ministry finally extends invitation to Sushil for Khelo India

Realising the oversight on its part, the sports ministry has finally extended an invitation to Sushil Kumar to attend the 'guru-shishya' event during the opening ceremony of the Khelo India School Games (KISG) to be held on January 31.
2018-01-20 16:47:38 Read More

Twitter flooded with wishes on India's Blind Cricket WC victory

India scripted history on Saturday after beating Pakistan by two wickets to lift their second Blind Cricket World Cup title in Sharjah. Batting first, Pakistan amassed 307 for eight in 40 overs, courtesy some useful contribution by Badar Munir (57), Risayat Khan (48) and captain Nisar Ali (47).
2018-01-20 16:45:19 Read More

Axelsen to face Nishimoto in Malaysia Masters final

World number one Viktor Axelsen of Denmark destroyed Malaysia's Daren Liew 21-15, 21-11 on Saturday to secure a place in the final of the Malaysia Masters.
2018-01-20 16:18:52 Read More

Pro Wrestling League: Haryana Hammers seal semis spot

Asian championship silver medalist Sumit Malik overcame Satender Malik to guide Haryana Hammers to a tense 4-3 win over Mumbai Maharathi in the Pro Wrestling League here at the Siri Fort Indoor Stadium on Saturday.
2018-01-20 16:18:12 Read More

Hazard nets double as Chelsea ease to victory at Brighton

Two goals from Eden Hazard helped Chelsea cruise to a 4-0 victory at Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League on Saturday for their first league win of 2018.
2018-01-20 14:51:31 Read More

Shame to exclude Rahane, Bhuvi, says Prabhakar

Former allrounder Manoj Prabhakar on Saturday slammed India's team selection in the ongoing Test series, saying it is a shame to pick players for a Test match based on their form in limited overs cricket.
2018-01-20 14:50:51 Read More

Thai duo lead by two strokes in weather-hit Singapore

Thai Chapchai Nirat was joined by compatriot Danthai Boonma at the top of the Singapore Open leaderboard as the duo took a two-stroke lead after the third day of the weather-disrupted event on Saturday.
2018-01-20 14:30:02 Read More

578 players to go under hammer in IPL 2018 auction

The much-anticipated IPL 2018 Player Auction list is out with 16 marquee players from India and overseas headlining the big pool of 578 players that will go under the hammer on January 27-28 in Bengaluru.
2018-01-20 14:18:33 Read More

Zidane fuels Neymar to Madrid speculation

Under pressure Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane on Saturday described Neymar, a rumoured transfer target for the European champions, as a "great player who everyone loves".
2018-01-20 14:14:44 Read More

Griezmann 'to join Barcelona after World Cup': Report

Barcelona and Antoine Griezmann have reached an agreement for the France striker to switch from Atletico Madrid to the Catalan giants at the end of the season, Spanish daily Sport reported on Saturday.
2018-01-20 13:55:16 Read More

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Griezmann 'to join Barcelona after World Cup': Report

Barcelona and Antoine Griezmann have reached an agreement for the France striker to switch from Atletico Madrid to the Catalan giants at the end of the season, Spanish daily Sport reported on Saturday.
2018-01-20 13:55:16 Read More

India beat Pakistan to retain Blind Cricket World Cup title

Sunil Ramesh rose to the occasion as he played a great knock of 93 to help India retain Blind Cricket World Cup title after beating arch-rivals Pakistan by two wickets in a thrilling final played at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in UAE on Saturday.
2018-01-20 13:08:31 Read More

ICC U-19 World Cup: India face Bangladesh in quarter-finals

India will face Bangladesh in the ICC U-19 World Cup quarter-finals after the neighbouring nation qualified for the Super League following England's massive 282-run win over Canada in a Group C match on Saturday.
2018-01-20 13:00:39 Read More

Australian Open: Federer eases past Gasquet into fourth round

Roger Federer eased into the second week of the Australian Open with a 6-2, 7-5, 6-4 win over Richard Gasquet on Saturday evening that kept the Swiss on course for a 20th grand slam title.
2018-01-20 12:28:00 Read More

Spotlight on old warhorses in Mushtaq Ali ahead of IPL auction

India's old warhorses like Gautam Gambhir, Yuvraj Singh and Harbhajan Singh will be seen in action as 10 teams in two groups clash each other in the Super League stage of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20 tournament beginning on Sunday.
2018-01-20 11:45:39 Read More

Shami is India's best Test bowler, could fit into SA pace attack very well: de Villiers

Former South African fast bowler Fanie De Villiers has praised Mohammed Shami as India's best Test bowler and added that the Proteas could easily fit him in their highly-competitive pace attack.
2018-01-20 11:43:21 Read More

North Korea to send delegation to prepare for Olympics

South Korea's Unification Ministry said on Saturday North Korea's delegation to prepare for a trip by an art troupe during next month's Winter Olympics will be sent to South Korea on Sunday.
2018-01-20 11:24:47 Read More

Chennai Open International Chess: Laxman beats Ukraine GM Vitaly

RR Laxman, who represents Integral Coach Factory (ICF), defeated Ukraine GM Sivuk Vitaly in the fourth round of the competition to be placed at the top of the table. In what was a keenly-contested match, Laxman won in 58 moves.
2018-01-20 11:12:24 Read More

Djokovic powers into 11th Australian Open fourth round

Novak Djokovic added an apparent muscle strain in his lower back to concerns about his problem elbow but still overpowered Spaniard Albert Ramos-Vinolas 6-2, 6-3, 6-3 to reach the fourth round of the Australian Open on Saturday.
2018-01-20 11:07:10 Read More

Blind Cricket World Cup: Pakistan set 308-run target for India in final

Riding on Badar Munir's fine half-century, Pakistan set India a big target of 308 in the final of the fifth edition of Blind Cricket World Cup at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in UAE on Saturday.
2018-01-20 10:51:38 Read More

Berdych beats Del Potro to reach Australian Open fourth round

Veteran Tomas Berdych reached the round of 16 for the 10th time at the Australian Open with a straight sets win over Juan Martin Del Potro on Saturday.
2018-01-20 10:37:28 Read More

Kerber crushes Sharapova at Australian Open

Angelique Kerber crushed Maria Sharapova in straight sets in a battle of former champions at the Australian Open on Saturday.
2018-01-20 10:01:34 Read More

South Africa batsman JP Duminy clobbers 37 runs in an over

South Africa batsman JP Duminy created history after smashing 37 runs in an over for Cape Cobras during a Momentum one-day cup match against Knights on Wednesday.
2018-01-20 09:51:42 Read More

Railway googly making job switch difficult for cricketer Harmanpreet Kaur

Indian women's cricket team vice-captain Harmanpreet Kaur, who guided her side to the finals of the ICC Women's World Cup 2017, is allegedly facing trouble over her job switch from her current employer, the Western Railway, to the Punjab Police, which offered her the Deputy Superintendent of Police's (DSP) post last year.
2018-01-20 08:34:38 Read More

Fourth seed Zverev dumped from Australian Open by Chung

Chung Hyeon became the first South Korean man ev​er to reach the round of 16 at the Australian Open with a five-set win over fourth seed Alexander Zverev on Saturday.
2018-01-20 08:18:17 Read More

Paes and Raja save match point to make pre-quarters

Veteran Leander Paes and Purav Raja fought off a match point to shock formidable fifth seeds Bruno Soares and Jamie Murray and progress to the men's doubles third round at the Australian Open here today.
2018-01-20 06:18:56 Read More

Phelps contemplated suicide after London Olympics

Swimming great Michael Phelps revealed that he has battled severe anxiety and depression for much of his life which drove him to consider suicide after his success at the 2012 Olympics.
2018-01-20 05:28:56 Read More

Conor McGregor's reign as lightweight champion set to end says UFC

Conor McGregor's reign as UFC lightweight champion looks to be over after the organisation's president Dana White said on Friday that American Tony Ferguson and Russian Khabib Nurmagomedov will fight for the undisputed title on April 7.
2018-01-20 05:15:29 Read More

Halep edges Davis in marathon thriller to reach 4th round

World number one Simona Halep saved three match points before edging an inspired Lauren Davis 4-6, 6-4, 15-13 in a thrilling marathon to reach the fourth round of the Australian Open on Saturday.
2018-01-20 05:07:38 Read More

India's ordinary overseas show could hurt Test cricket badly

Cricket Australia waited until the conclusion of the Indian Premier League (IPL) media rights sale before selling the sub-continent rights (read: India market) for all cricket Down Under to Sony Pictures Network last year.
2018-01-20 04:43:34 Read More

Sehwag tips Yuvraj to make a strong comeback like Nehra

There is a fair bit of synchronization between Virender Sehwag and the Indian Premier League. Both are brash, successful brands and both provide entertainment by the minute.
2018-01-20 04:27:36 Read More

IOC, two Koreas meet to finalise historic Olympic deal

After the two Koreas struck a deal for the North to attend the Winter Games in the South, Olympic bosses will try Saturday to resolve the devils in the details of the landmark pact.
2018-01-20 04:26:34 Read More

Pool of Russian athletes eligible for Olympics reduced

The International Olympic Committee said on Friday it had reduced the pool of Russian athletes eligible to compete at next month's Pyeongchang winter Olympics to 389 from 500.
2018-01-20 04:12:14 Read More

Former SA cricketer Mark Boucher becomes guardian of the wild

What is Mark Boucher's legacy? 75 uninterrupted Tests, 998 international dismissals, best wicketkeeper from South Africa, mentoring Lungi Ngidi... Yes, all that for sure. But much more as well.
2018-01-20 04:03:52 Read More

India beat NZ to enter final of Four Nations Hockey Tournament

Indian hockey team defeated hosts New Zealand 3-1 in their third match of the Four Nations Invitational Tournament to enter the final in Tauranga on Saturday.
2018-01-20 03:46:32 Read More

U-18 TT Rankings: Manav Thakkar rises to world No. 2

Manav Thakkar became the first Indian paddler to grab the world No.2 spot in the boys' under-18 category of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) rankings. Li Hsin-Yang of Chinese Taipei holds the No. 1 spot while China's Wang Chuqin is in third spot.
2018-01-20 03:25:51 Read More

Bowlers taking 20 wickets a positive, says MS Dhoni

MS Dhoni knows all about overseas Test defeats. After all, it was his team that had the dubious 0-8 record over two series in England and Australia in 2011-12. But the former captain feels that the current 0-2 drubbing in South Africa is not the end of the world for Virat Kohli's boys because there are a "lot of positives" despite the losses.
2018-01-20 03:16:41 Read More

Gymnastics star Raisman demands probe of Nassar abuse

Olympic gymnastics superstar Aly Raisman on Friday faced down disgraced national team doctor Larry Nassar in court, calling him "sick" and demanding an independent probe to find out how he was apparently able to abuse dozens of young girls for years with impunity.
2018-01-20 03:14:50 Read More

Uncertainty over Rajasthan Royals' home venue

While they are making a comeback after a two-year suspension, Rajasthan Royals are yet to identify their 'home ground' for the upcoming edition of the IPL.
2018-01-20 03:03:09 Read More

Pele spokesperson denies hospital reports

Pele's spokesperson dismissed reports the footballing legend had been hospitalised on Friday, saying the 77-year-old was resting at home.
2018-01-20 03:01:34 Read More

Australian Open: Madison Keys glides into last 16

US Open finalist Madison Keys continued her serene progress through the Australian Open draw with a 6-3, 6-4 win over unseeded Ana Bogdan on Saturday.
2018-01-20 02:53:50 Read More

May the partnership with Ngidi last long: Rabada

With debutant Lungi Ngidi, the man of the match in Centurion, not making South Africa feel the loss of Dale Steyn so far, it's their fast bowling that'll once again look to corner India and clinch the series 3-0 at the Wanderers in Johannesburg.
2018-01-20 02:46:12 Read More

Coleman runs 6.37 seconds to break 60m world record

American world 100m silver medallist Christian Coleman broke the 60 metres indoor world record on Friday, clocking 6.37 seconds at a meeting in Clemson, South Carolina.
2018-01-20 02:45:44 Read More

India grapple with selection issues before Wanderers Test

Of all the questions that the Indian team has faced ever since landing here in South Africa, the one that's repeatedly been asked is about their selection policy.
2018-01-20 02:30:38 Read More

ISL: Doungel hat-trick helps NorthEast beat Chennaiyin 3-1

Seiminlen Doungel scored the first ever hat-trick for NorthEast United as the hosts outplayed Chennaiyin FC 3-1 in an entertaining Indian Super League match here on Friday.
2018-01-19 17:32:54 Read More

Vinesh beats Ritu in UP Dangal's 4-3 win over Veer Marathas

UP Dangal's icon player Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia posted commanding wins to help UP Dangal beat Veer Marathas 4-3 in the Pro Wrestling League at the Siri Fort Indoor Stadium.
2018-01-19 17:21:34 Read More

We may have to keep the emotions aside in auction table: Dhoni

Dhoni, who is set to lead CSK upon its return after two years of suspension, opened up on his bonding with the franchisee, the auction dynamics, brand CSK, lessons learnt during his time away from the yellows and more.
2018-01-19 16:35:08 Read More

IPL fast-tracked little known players to big league: Sehwag

Virender Sehwag credits the cash-rich and glamour-packed Indian Premier League (IPL) for fast-tracking little known players to the top level of the game.
2018-01-19 15:47:13 Read More

Bangladesh thrash Sri Lanka for biggest one-day win

Tamim Iqbal smashed 84 as Bangladesh hit 320 and then inflicted further misery on Sri Lanka to claim their biggest win in one-day cricket on Friday.
2018-01-19 14:58:48 Read More

Australian Open: Second seed Wozniacki cruises into last 16

World number two Caroline Wozniacki kept her bid for a first Grand Slam title on course as she stormed into the last 16 of the Australian Open on Friday.
2018-01-19 14:32:58 Read More

Want to win as many titles as possible in 2018: Carolina Marin

After guiding Hyderabad Hunters to a maiden title win at PBL 3, reigning Olympic champion Carolina Marin has now set her sights on winning as many titles as possible in the new international season.
2018-01-19 14:18:13 Read More

Will you withdraw cases against Thakur and HPCA, SC asks HP

The Supreme Court on Friday asked the newly elected BJP government in Himachal Pradesh whether it would withdraw criminal cases lodged against its MP Anurag Thakur and HPCA for alleged irregularities in the cricket stadium in Dharamsala.
2018-01-19 13:52:42 Read More

Oldest living Olympic medallist Carla Marangoni dies at 102

Carla Marangoni, whose silver medal at the 1928 Olympic games made her the oldest living Olympic medallist, has died at the age of 102, the Italian Olympic Committee (CONI) said on Friday.
2018-01-19 13:45:05 Read More

Harbhajan backs beleaguered Kohli and Indian team

Virat Kohli, copping criticism for his debatable selection policy for the Centurion Test, should be backed to the hilt since it is his first "real overseas tour" as captain, reckons seasoned Harbhajan Singh.
2018-01-19 13:44:15 Read More

Kontaveit ousts seventh seed Ostapenko from Australian Open

Estonia's Anett Kontaveit shrugged off a torrid second set meltdown to knock seventh seed Jelena Ostapenko out of the Australian Open on Friday.
2018-01-19 13:22:18 Read More

Decade after Monkeygate, Procter still paying the price

Match referee Mike Procter during Sydney game was stripped of his CCI membership as a punishment.
2018-01-19 13:06:50 Read More

Shiv Bhullar tied 6th and tied 9th after Rd 2 at Singapore

Shiv Kapur and Gaganjeet Bhullar returned with cards of four-under 67 and one-over 72 to finish tied sixth and joint ninth respectively after the weather-hit second round of the SMBC Singapore Open on Friday.
2018-01-19 12:53:01 Read More

CWG: Shooters up in arms over Birmingham 2022 exclusion

Shooters are up in arms over a decision not to include their Olympic sport in the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games programme.
2018-01-19 12:51:10 Read More

'Outstanding tax demand of BCCI may go up to over Rs 860 crore'

The outstanding tax demand by the income tax department on the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) may go up to over Rs 860 crore, according to an RTI reply from the department.
2018-01-19 12:38:09 Read More

We want to get a whitewash against India, says Rabada

Five days before the final Test on a pitch that bore an excessively green tinge, pacer Kagiso Rabada said South Africa are gunning for a whitewash of India, having trampled the visitors in the first two matches.
2018-01-19 12:27:38 Read More

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Kyrgios takes down idol Tsonga to reach fourth round

Nick Kyrgios toppled his childhood idol Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in a tense clash to reach the fourth round of the Australian Open on Friday and raise home fans' hopes of a first men's champion in 42 years.
2018-01-19 12:13:43 Read More

2nd ODI: Easy win gives England 2-0 series lead over Australia

England's top order fired in unison to give them a four-wicket win in the second one-day international against Australia on Friday as Aaron Finch's second straight hundred for the hosts could not prevent them falling 2-0 behind in the series.
2018-01-19 12:03:44 Read More

Sharan and Bopanna reach Australian Open third round

Divij Sharan equalled his best Grand Slam performance by reaching the men's doubles third round at the Australian Open, while Rohan Bopanna also entered the pre-quarterfinals with his partner.
2018-01-19 11:28:36 Read More

IPL 2018: Chennai Super Kings ropes in Balaji as bowling coach

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will head into the forthcoming season of IPL with the coaching staff to be headed by Stephen Fleming while former India cricketer Lakshmipathy Balaji has been roped in as the bowling coach.
2018-01-19 11:11:56 Read More

Nadal beats Dzumhur to make Australian Open fourth round

Rafael Nadal continued his impressive start to the Australian Open, dropping just five games in romping to a straight sets win over Damir Dzumhur on Friday.
2018-01-19 10:58:43 Read More

Long way before India becomes fast-bowling nation: Shoaib Akhtar

The Indian pace attack has been talked up of late and to be fair, they have done a decent job in South Africa. But Shoaib Akhtar sees it only as the beginning and says there is still a long way to go before India becomes a good fast bowling nation.
2018-01-19 10:05:07 Read More

Physically extraordinary Djokovic is battle ready: Agassi

Novak Djokovic is "physically extraordinary" and can emulate Roger Federer by winning the Australian Open in his first tournament for six months, mentor Andre Agassi said on Friday.
2018-01-19 09:08:58 Read More

Look at the positives, we took 20 wickets: Dhoni on Test show

"I would say look at the positives. To win a Test match you need 20 wickets and we have taken 20 wickets. If you can't take 20 wickets, what is the next thing? You look to draw a Test match," former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni said.
2018-01-19 08:41:58 Read More

We will definitely try to get Ashwin back in CSK: Dhoni

"As I have said it is always a tough call. With Ashwin, you know we had done the same thing in the past. We will definitely go for him (Ashwin) in the auction. We want a lot of local players to be part of CSK," Mahendra Singh Dhoni said.
2018-01-19 08:08:46 Read More

U19 World Cup: India thrash Zimbabwe by 10 wickets

After dismissing Zimbabwe for 154, with left-arm spinner Anukul Roy picking up 4/20, openers Shubman Gill and Harvik Desai chased down the target in 21.4 overs and ensured India went to quarterfinal undefeated.
2018-01-19 06:40:24 Read More

Live Score: Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, 3rd ODI, Dhaka

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2018-01-19 06:34:11 Read More

After medal first, skier Aanchal Thakur aims for Olympic summit

She has already defied the odds in a country fixated on cricket rather than the slopes to win India's first international skiing medal -- but Aanchal Thakur insists she is just getting started.
2018-01-19 04:48:49 Read More

Djokovic battles past hot weather & Monfils

On a day when the mercury soared and on-court temperature pushed 60 degrees, former No.1 Novak Djokovic, pointed at the thin line that separates testing physical limits and endangering or risking players' health.
2018-01-19 03:51:13 Read More

The world record is not yours, it belongs to sport: Bubka

With all due respect to Usain Bolt's greatness, when it comes to track and field, no one, literally no one, raised the bar quite like Sergey Bubka.
2018-01-19 03:45:34 Read More

Live Score: Australia vs England, 2nd ODI, Brisbane

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Live Score: New Zealand vs Pakistan, 5th ODI, Wellington

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2018-01-19 02:46:56 Read More

PWL: Sushil Kumar pulls out of Praveen Rana bout

In a major disappointment for the wrestling fans, the much-anticipated bout between Sushil Kumar and his newest rival Praveen Rana during the Pro Wrestling League (PWL) on January 21 will not happen as the double Olympic medallist has effectively pulled out of the PWL due to his dodgy knee.
2018-01-19 02:44:17 Read More

U-19 World Cup: Cricket’s great desi takeover

Virat Kohli’s million dollar babies may have fallen apart like brittle bread crumbs but young immigrants and PIOs are ruling the charts at the U-19 Cricket World Cup.
2018-01-19 02:42:41 Read More

Team wanted BCCI to tweak Sri Lanka series or cancel the T20Is

From Nov 11 to Dec 24, 2017, the Indian team hosted Sri Lanka for a 44-day-long tour that involved three Test matches, three ODIs and three T20Is. This series concluded three days before India were scheduled to leave for South Africa.
2018-01-19 02:37:12 Read More

Federer joins calls for greater Slam prize money

Roger Federer says it's time for his fellow professional players to rally and seek greater prize money from the four tennis Grand Slam tournaments.
2018-01-19 02:25:17 Read More

Inquisition begins after series loss, India players confined to hotel

Staying within their hotel premises a day after the conclusion of the second Test in Centurion, the Indian cricket team - shattered by the series defeat here in South Africa - spent time either locked in intense team meetings or one-on-ones with skipper Virat Kohli for the better part of Thursday.
2018-01-19 02:22:30 Read More

Denied net bowlers, India call up Thakur, Saini

It is learnt that Delhi pacer Navdeep Saini and Mumbai’s pace spearhead Shardul Thakur have been asked to leave for South Africa on Saturday.
2018-01-19 02:22:30 Read More

Indian batsmen lacked stomach for fight at Centurion: Srikkanth

In his column for TOI, former India captain Kris Srikkanth singled out India's meek batting at Centurion, which barring skipper Virat Kohli's 153 left the tourists struggling to play catch-up with South Africa.
2018-01-19 02:19:04 Read More

Under 19 World Cup, Live score: India vs Zimbabwe

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I've told Ishant not to put pressure on himself, says wife Pratima

Pratima Singh, wife of pacer Ishant Sharma and a basketball player herself, duly understands that getting married to an Indian cricketer comes with its own set of challenges.
2018-01-18 17:35:26 Read More

ISL: Chhetri scores twice as Bengaluru whip Mumbai to top table

Sunil Chhetri showed his goal-scoring skills with a strike each in either half as Bengaluru FC drubbed Mumbai City FC 3-1 in an action-packed Indian Super League game to leap to the top of the points table on Thursday.
2018-01-18 17:25:32 Read More

India rise 3 places to occupy 102nd spot in FIFA rankings

India jumped three rungs to be placed 102nd in the first FIFA rankings of the year released on Thursday. India, who are just above 103rd placed Qatar, are ranked 14th among Asian countries.
2018-01-18 16:12:03 Read More

Tendulkar lauds Kohli after ICC Awards win

Sachin Tendulkar heaped praise on India captain Virat Kohli for bagging most of the major honours at the ICC Annual Awards. In phenomenal form across formats, Kohli was named the World Cricketer of the Year, besides bagging the top honour for ODI players in the ICC Annual Awards.
2018-01-18 16:06:15 Read More

Punjab Royals thrash Delhi Sultans in Pro Wrestling League

Punjab Royals' icon player Geno Petriashvili pulled off a dominating win to guide his side to an easy 6-1 victory over Delhi Sultans in the Pro Wrestling League at the Siri Fort Indoor Stadium on Thursday.
2018-01-18 15:50:34 Read More

Zidane rests 'BBC' for Real Madrid Cup tie

Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema and Gareth Bale have all been left out of the Real Madrid squad for Thursday's Copa del Rey tie against Leganes, with coach Zinedine Zidane opting to rest the star trio known collectively as the 'BBC'.
2018-01-18 15:45:47 Read More

Tendulkar inspires first cricket garden at UK flower show

Sachin Tendulkar has inspired the first cricket-themed garden at the UK's annual Chelsea Flower Show to celebrate India and Britain's shared love for the game.
2018-01-18 14:55:06 Read More

Unified Korea in Winter Olympics march is incredible, says Bubka

Pole vault legend Sergey Bubka on Thursday termed North and South Korea's decision to march under one flag at the opening ceremony of next month's Winter Olympics as "unbelievable" and attributed the positive development to "power of sport".
2018-01-18 14:35:54 Read More

ISL Live Score: Mumbai City FC vs Bengaluru FC

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2018-01-18 14:15:27 Read More

AB de Villiers surprised by lively Indian pace attack

South African swashbuckler AB de Villiers on Thursday found a positive for India in what has been a thoroughly disappointing Test campaign here so far -- their "lively pace attack" which he says, has surprised the hosts.
2018-01-18 13:51:30 Read More

Australian Open: Federer subdues hard-hitting Struff

Defending champion Roger Federer needed to knuckle down to end the feisty challenge of hard-hitting German Jan-Lennard Struff with a 6-4 6-4 7-6(4) win in the second round of the Australian Open on Thursday.
2018-01-18 13:19:26 Read More

Holding a baby, Prithvi Shaw enjoys time off the field

Having led his side to two convincing wins in the ongoing ICC U-19 World Cup, India's young batting sensation Prithvi Shaw enjoyed time off the field by getting clicked with a baby.
2018-01-18 13:12:25 Read More

Pro Kabaddi Season VI set to start on October 19

Kabaddi will once again hog the limelight for 13 weeks when the sixth edition of the cash-rich Pro Kabaddi League gets underway on October 19.
2018-01-18 13:06:24 Read More

Ben Stokes court date clashes with T20 return

Ben Stokes's return to international cricket could be further delayed as he faces having to be in court the day he was due to play a T20 match in New Zealand, police revealed on Thursday.
2018-01-18 12:54:23 Read More

Sindhu, Srikanth to lead India's charge in Asian Team C'ships

Olympic silver medalist PV Sindhu and World No 3 Kidambi Srikanth will lead the Indian women's and men's team respectively at the Asian Team Championships to be held in Malaysia from February 6 to 11.
2018-01-18 12:34:28 Read More

Kohli second Indian to reach 900-point mark in ICC rankings

Virat Kohli has become only the second India batsman after Sunil Gavaskar to reach the 900-point mark in the latest MRF Tyres ICC Player Rankings for Test Batsmen, which were released on Thursday morning following the conclusion of the Centurion Test.
2018-01-18 12:09:52 Read More

Australian Open: Wawrinka knocked out by Sandgren

Struggling Swiss former winner Stan Wawrinka was knocked out of the Australian Open by American Tennys Sandgren in the second round on Thursday. The 97th-ranked Sandgren defeated ninth seeded Wawrinka 6-2, 6-1, 6-4 and will next play Germany's Maximilian Marterer.
2018-01-18 12:08:01 Read More

Kohli Cocktail: Where change is the only 'Constant'

Virat Kohli wasn't exactly amused when a South African scribe asked him about his choice of 34 different playing XIs in his three years as Test captain but a statistical lowdown clearly points at distinct lack of consistency in team selection.
2018-01-18 11:31:17 Read More

India to play T20 tri-series in Sri Lanka in March

Right after the long South African tour that ends on 24 February, the India cricket team will travel to Sri Lanka for a seven-match T20 tri-series involving the host nation and Bangladesh starting 6th March.
2018-01-18 10:46:39 Read More

Sanchez likely to join Manchester United: Wenger

Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez is likely to join Manchester United, his manager Arsene Wenger said on Thursday. The Chilean international is out of contract at the end of the season and was also a target for Manchester City, but United appear to have stolen a march over their local rivals.
2018-01-18 10:33:21 Read More

Dehradun likely to be Afghanistan's second home ground

Nestled in the mountain ranges of the Himalayas, the idyllic Dehradun could soon become the second 'home' ground of the Afghanistan cricket team, fast emerging as a unifying force in a war-ravaged country.
2018-01-18 10:23:01 Read More

Djokovic calls for ATP Tour Finals to move around

Novak Djokovic called for the ATP Tour Finals to travel from their London base Thursday, saying they were a big asset that should be exploited more. In its current format, the elite season-ending tournament has been held in the British city since 2009.
2018-01-18 10:13:13 Read More

Rohit's defensive skills letting him down in Tests: Dean Jones

"In Test cricket, 70 percent of batting is about your defence and in one-dayers it is 40 percent. So his (Rohit Sharma's) defensive skills are letting him down. He has got to take pride in his defensive skills like Sunil Gavaskar, Rahul Dravid, Sachin Tendulkar and even Virat Kohli," he said.
2018-01-18 08:36:25 Read More

Djokovic staggers past Monfils in draining win

Six-time champion Novak Djokovic stretched his unbeaten record over Gael Monfils of France to 15-0, one of the longest at Tour level, after dropping the opening set but just managed to get to the finish line.
2018-01-18 08:14:19 Read More

India expected to extend domination against Zimbabwe

A quarter-final berth already secured, India will be aiming to keep their unbeaten run intact when they take on another weak opponent in Zimbabwe in the ICC Under-19 World Cup on Friday.
2018-01-18 07:31:54 Read More

'Feet on fire' as heat scorches Melbourne

Caroline Garcia said her feet were on fire and Dominic Thiem couldn't wait to get in an ice bath as Melbourne's searing summer heat took its toll at the Australian Open Thursday.
2018-01-18 07:22:12 Read More

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Kerber sets up Sharapova clash of the champions

Angelique Kerber set up a mouth-watering clash between the only two former Australian Open champions left in the draw when she breezed into the third round on Thursday.
2018-01-18 07:04:04 Read More

Four Nations Hockey: India go down 0-2 to Belgium

The Indian men's hockey team put on a fighting performance but it wasn’t enough for them to prevent a 0-2 against Belgium in the third match of the Four Nations Hockey Tournament in Tauranga on Thursday.
2018-01-18 06:32:27 Read More

Virat Kohli named ICC Cricketer of the Year

Virat Kohli is the leading run-getter in ODIs with 1460 in 26 innings at an average of 76.84 and strike-rate of 99.11, with six centuries - the most for any team. Kohli led India to the final of the Champions Trophy, ODI series wins over England, West Indies, Sri Lanka, Australia, New Zealand and Test series wins over Bangladesh, Australia and Sri Lanka (twice).
2018-01-18 05:52:03 Read More

Pooja Dhanda had never imagined beating World and Olympic champion Helen Maroulis

India's Pooja Dhanda powered Punjab Royals to a scintillating 4-3 victory over Haryana Hammers in the Pro Wrestling League when she defeated reigning World and Olympic champion Helen Maroulis of USA 7-6 (57 kg) in the fourth bout of the day on Tuesday. It gave Punjab a crucial 3-1 lead in the seven-bout duel.
2018-01-18 05:12:47 Read More

Third seed Garbine Muguruza out of Australian Open

Wimbledon champion Garbine Muguruza became the biggest casualty of the Australian Open so far -- stunned by Taiwan's Hsieh Su-Wei in straight sets on Thursday.
2018-01-18 04:45:22 Read More

Ngidi & Rabada: A win-win for South Africa

The teary-eyed press conference of right-arm medium pacer Kyle Abbott, back in January 2017, when he announced he was quitting international cricket and heading to Hampshire, England, armed with a three-year Kolpak deal, is still fresh in the minds of South African cricket followers.
2018-01-18 03:35:04 Read More

British hope Konta sent packing by 'lucky loser'

British hope Johanna Konta's love affair with the Australian Open came to an abrupt end Thursday when she was bundled out in the second round by American "lucky loser" Bernarda Pera.
2018-01-18 03:27:43 Read More

Great escape for Wozniacki versus Jana Fett

The 27-year-old second seed scripted a stirring comeback win on Wednesday, saving two match points and clawing back from 1-5 in the third set against the 21-year-old.
2018-01-18 03:26:40 Read More

Neymar scores four as Cavani matches Zlatan record

Neymar scored four times while Edinson Cavani equalled Zlatan Ibrahimovic's Paris Saint-Germain all-time goal scoring record as the runaway Ligue 1 leaders thrashed Dijon 8-0 on Wednesday.
2018-01-18 03:22:09 Read More

Controversy at U-19 WC after WI appeal for obstruction vs SA

A major controversy erupted during the ongoing ICC U-19 World Cup in New Zealand on Wednesday when South African opener Jiveshan Pillay was given out for obstructing the field of play after he handed the ball back to the West Indies wicketkeeper during their Group A match at Mount Maunganui.
2018-01-18 03:20:13 Read More

Chelsea edge into FA Cup fourth round, Bournemouth rocked

Chelsea needed a penalty shoot-out before finally killing off Norwich after a 1-1 draw in Wednesday's FA Cup third round replay, while Bournemouth slumped to a 3-0 defeat at Wigan.
2018-01-18 03:17:36 Read More

Not here to fight with you, Virat tells scribes

Left smarting after losing his first Test series as the full time captain of the Indian team, Virat Kohli hit out at critics for questioning his choice of playing XI.
2018-01-18 03:14:22 Read More

Flair and parties, the exuberant world of Ronaldinho

The man who once lobbed England's David Seaman from 40 yards, Ronaldinho has officially hung up his boots following a career of backheels, nutmegs, no-look passes, and Parisian party nights.
2018-01-18 02:59:57 Read More

Cheteshwar Pujara is fast ‘running out’ of time

Of the nine away tours that Cheteshwar Pujara has undertaken with the Indian team, two have been to Sri Lanka and one to the West Indies. Of the remaining six — thrice to South Africa (including this one), once to England, Australia and New Zealand — the India No. 3 has 895 runs to show from 16 Test matches.
2018-01-18 02:54:01 Read More

Missed Messi penalty costs Barca in cup derby defeat

Lionel Messi missed a penalty as Espanyol struck in the dying moments to consign Barcelona to their first defeat since August, 1-0 in the first leg of the Copa del Rey quarter-finals on Wednesday.
2018-01-18 02:53:08 Read More

Great escape for Wozniacki versus Jana Fett

Caroline Wozniacki's hands went up in celebration the moment Croat Jana Fett's twohander drifted into the net. In the stands, her fiancé, basketballer David Lee thumped his hands, relief written all over his face.
2018-01-18 02:46:12 Read More

Kohli slams team, vents ire at media after Centurion debacle

The SuperSport Park is a relatively small ground. A fast bowler's run-up alone is enough to cover up the radius of the field. However, size notwithstanding, it was a tediously long walk for the Indian batsmen from the crease back to the dressing room.
2018-01-18 02:30:03 Read More

Sizzling Sharapova speeds into third round

Unseeded Maria Sharapova showed she is a serious contender for this year's Australian Open as she destroyed 14th seed Anastasija Sevastova 6-1, 7-6 (7/4) on Thursday.
2018-01-18 02:26:41 Read More

Praneeth, Ashwini-Sikki advance at Malaysia Masters

India's Sai Praneeth and the women's doubles duo of Ashwini Ponnappa and N Sikki Reddy advanced to the pre-quarterfinals of the $120,000 Malaysia Masters Grand Prix Gold badminton tournament on Wednesday.
2018-01-17 17:07:44 Read More

Rana guides Veer Marathas to first win in PWL

Commonwealth Championship silver medallist Parveen Rana fought his to a hard-earned victory to help Veer Marathis win the battle between two Maharashtra teams in the Pro Wrestling League on Wednesday.
2018-01-17 16:52:15 Read More

Pleasing to beat India in 'Indian' conditions, says Du Plessis

South African skipper Faf du Plessis has said that the 2015 series loss in India on raging turners motivated their team to win the series here in Centurion, on a pitch that "should have suited the visitors more".
2018-01-17 16:39:16 Read More

Virtually no international cricket during IPL from 2019: BCCI CEO Johri

Putting an end to speculation over the ICC’s Future Tours and Programme (FTP) and slotting of international matches during the period IPL is played, Indian cricket board (BCCI) CEO Rahul Johri confirmed on Wednesday that the Indian board has managed to convince all other boards that there will be virtually no or very little international cricket during the IPL window.
2018-01-17 16:04:06 Read More

If Pandya makes silly mistakes don't compare him with me: Kapil

India's legendary allrounder Kapil Dev on Wednesday said Hardik Pandya does not deserve to be compared with him if he keeps making silly mistakes like he did in the second Test against South Africa.
2018-01-17 15:57:30 Read More

Tata Steel Masters Chess: Adhiban holds Viswanathan Anand

Indian Grandmaster B Adhiban held five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand to a creditable draw in the fourth round of Tata Steel Masters Chess tournament.
2018-01-17 14:40:32 Read More

Ronaldo leaving Real beyond imagination: Zidane

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane said on Wednesday he cannot foresee Cristiano Ronaldo leaving the club, despite various reports in the Spanish media saying he is in the middle of a stand-off with president Florentino Perez over a pay dispute.
2018-01-17 14:32:22 Read More

Blind Cricket World Cup: India set up summit clash with Pakistan

A dominant India beat Bangladesh by seven wickets to set up a title clash with arch-rivals Pakistan in the Blind Cricket World Cup on Wednesday. Man of the Match Ganeshbhai Muhudkar's century steered India home comfortably. He scored 112 in just 69 balls.
2018-01-17 14:23:10 Read More

ISL Live Score: Jamshedpur FC vs Kerala Blasters FC

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Virat Kohli loses cool, snaps at scribes in fiery press conference

An irate India captain Virat Kohli on Wednesday lost his cool and snapped at the scribes in a fiery media session after the series defeat against South Africa, his first reverse as full-time skipper.
2018-01-17 14:06:20 Read More

Koreas agree on united women's hockey team for Winter Olympics

The two Koreas on Wednesday agreed to form a united women's hockey team for next month's Winter Olympics in the South, the latest in a flurry of cross-border talks.
2018-01-17 13:52:29 Read More

Five reasons why India lost the Centurion Test

With another lacklustre performance India succumbed to South African pace in the second Test at SuperSports Park, Centurion, losing the match by 135 runs, thus conceding the series 2-0 with one more Test to go. India’s batting was found wanting in the both the innings and despite Indian pacers bowling their heart out, India were always two steps behind South Africa.
2018-01-17 13:31:37 Read More

BCCI keen to balance home and away series

In anticipation of India's better performances away from home, the Indian cricket board (BCCI) has tweaked the Future Tour Programme (FTP: 2019 to 2024) to ensure that there is balance in the home and away series.
2018-01-17 13:29:24 Read More

Relieved Dimitrov survives huge five-set scare

Relieved World No.3 Grigor Dimitrov survived a massive scare to beat American qualifier MacKenzie McDonald in five sets and reach the third round of the Australian Open on Wednesday.
2018-01-17 13:23:57 Read More

Johnson back in UAE for Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship

The top-ranked American will play at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship for the second straight year. But this time he is coming off a victory at the Sentry Tournament of Champions, which he won by eight shots.
2018-01-17 13:19:14 Read More

Khelo India anthem scores double century, crosses 200 million

The Khelo India Anthem, which was unveiled on 15th January, has already struck a chord with India. The anthem has crossed an unprecedented reach of 200m reach across digital platforms YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
2018-01-17 13:04:07 Read More

U-19 World Cup: Afghanistan, NZ, South Africa qualify for Super League

A scintillating double-century stand between New Zealand openers Jakob Bhula and Rachin Ravindra lit up the Hagley Oval as several records were broken during the Group A match against Kenya which the hosts won by 243 runs in the ICC U-19 World Cup.
2018-01-17 12:36:28 Read More

Zero preparation for SA, India wasted time playing SL: Bedi

Former India captain Bishan Singh Bedi is not at all surprised with the current team's surrender in South Africa as he feels Virat Kohli's men went into the series without serious preparation and "wasted time" playing against Sri Lanka.
2018-01-17 12:16:50 Read More

Stokes available for England selection despite charge: ECB

England cricketer Ben Stokes can be selected for next month's tour of New Zealand after being charged with affray this week, the England and Wales cricket board (ECB) said on Wednesday.
2018-01-17 11:57:20 Read More

2nd Test: Kohli says batting failure led to series loss

Batsmen let the team down, said India captain Virat Kohli on Wednesday, conceding that his team has been just not good enough in the Test series against South Africa so far.
2018-01-17 11:34:38 Read More

Goerges 15-match streak shattered by Cornet

Julia Goerges' 15-match unbeaten run came to a shuddering halt as she lost in straight sets to Alize Cornet in the Australian Open second round Wednesday.
2018-01-17 11:04:39 Read More

Kyrgios keeps cool to storm into third round

Nick Kyrgios's Australian Open challenge gained momentum as the home favourite outclassed Serbian Viktor Troicki to move into the third round without dropping a set on Wednesday.
2018-01-17 10:59:33 Read More

2nd Test: Ngidi six-for seals series for South Africa

India succumbed to another series defeat in South Africa losing the second India vs South Africa Test at SuperSports Park, Centurion by 135 runs on Wednesday. Starting the day on 35 for 3, still needing 252 more runs to win, India succumbed to 151 all out in the second innings with debutant Lungi Ngidi taking 6 for 39.
2018-01-17 10:22:50 Read More

Nadal ominous in Mayer win at Australian Open

Rafael Nadal powered into the third round of the Australian Open in ominous form following his straight sets victory over Leonardo Mayer on Wednesday.
2018-01-17 09:33:39 Read More

Live updates: India lose Pujara, Parthiv early

Check live cricket score, cricket scorecard & ball by ball commentary of India vs South Africa 2nd Test on Times of India
2018-01-17 08:36:51 Read More

India U-19 World Cup squad cheers hockey team in New Zealand

"India U-19 boys in attendance to show their support for @TheHockeyIndia men who beat Japan 6-0 at Tauranga, New Zealand #U19CWC," the BCCI posted on twitter, along with two pictures of the young cricketers and Rahul Dravid.
2018-01-17 08:30:14 Read More

Live Score: India vs South Africa, 2nd Test, Day 5

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2018-01-17 07:10:42 Read More

India outclass Japan 6-0 in Four Nations opener

Early goals from Rupinder Singh and debutant Vivek Sagar Prasad, who netted two, ensured that India never lost momentum and dished out a royal hammering to their Japanese counterpart. Dilpreet Singh and Harmanpreet Singh were the other scorers.
2018-01-17 06:39:13 Read More

Caroline Wozniacki scrapes through Australian Open epic

Caroline Wozniacki saved two match points to scrape through to the third round of the Australian Open on Wednesday after being 5-1 down in the final set to unheralded Jana Fett.
2018-01-17 05:56:46 Read More

Flintoff would consider becoming England coach

Andrew Flintoff has revealed he could consider applying to become England coach when the job is open next year.
2018-01-17 04:26:37 Read More

Flintoff would consider becoming England coach

Andrew Flintoff has revealed he could consider applying to become England coach when the job is open next year.
2018-01-17 04:26:37 Read More

Grunter Sabalenka feels Aussie wrath

Maria Sharapova and Victoria Azarenka are well known for it and now tennis has a new shrieker and grunter, who was so loud at the Australian Open the crowd started imitating her.
2018-01-17 04:19:14 Read More

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Four Nations Hockey, Live Score: India vs Japan

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2018-01-17 04:19:11 Read More

Kyrgios fined for colourful language at Australian Open

Australia's volatile Nick Kyrgios has been fined for a colourful directive to the rowdy crowd during his opening round win at the Australian Open.
2018-01-17 04:04:57 Read More

VAR helps Leicester advance to FA Cup fourth round

Leicester made history as English football's first beneficiaries of the Video Assistant Referee system after the replay technology was used to award their second goal in a 2-0 FA Cup win over Fleetwood on Tuesday.
2018-01-17 03:42:37 Read More

It was a brilliant day for South Africa: Elgar

South African batsman Dean Elgar on Tuesday admitted that the conditions worked in India's favour but his side somehow found a way to be on top of the proceedings in the second Test.
2018-01-17 03:28:03 Read More

Don't know why they prepared this kind of pitch: Shami

"I did not expect the ball would stay so low in this wicket. Till now in overseas conditions, we have not seen such slow and low bounce wickets. So I don't know what they were thinking when they made this wicket. But whatever it is we have to play on it and the conditions are same for both teams. Tomorrow we will try to win," said Mohammed Shami.
2018-01-17 03:12:54 Read More

Rahane too good to be benched: Jaffer

Rahane, who had a poor series against Sri Lanka in December, was dropped from the first two Tests against South Africa and his exclusion has received mixed reactions from cricketing fraternity around the country
2018-01-17 03:09:55 Read More

Anish Bhanwala, 15, shoots World Record score in trial

When Anish Bhanwala shot 31 to win the 25m rapid fire gold beating the likes of Olympian Gurpreet Singh in the final of National Shooting Championships last month, many thought it was a one-off performance.
2018-01-17 02:58:12 Read More

PCI requests IOA to help para powerlifter Sakina Khatun

The Paralympics Committee of India (PCI) has finally written to the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) asking it to request the Gold Coast Organising Committee (OC) to accept the entry of para powerlifter Sakina Khatun, along with that of another male para powerlifter, Jaideep, for the Commonwealth Games (CWG) to be held in Australia from April 4 to 15.
2018-01-17 02:49:26 Read More

Ashwin's batting needs some extra thought: Gavaskar​

The offspinner was involved in a crucial 71-run stand with skipper Virat Kohli for the seventh wicket and scored 38 off 54 balls before slapping a delivery from Vernon Philander to first slip.
2018-01-17 02:47:05 Read More

Stubborn India bowlers stick to the task

It wasn't an easy Tuesday morning to watch cricket at the SuperSport Park. Being a weekday, the otherwise boisterous weekend crowd had disappeared. And gone with them was the vivacity that had spruced up this charming Test venue the first two days.
2018-01-17 02:38:13 Read More

Openers, Virat fall cheaply as India stare at series defeat

Replace KL Rahul with Shikhar Dhawan. It's a joke that began doing the rounds on Twitter in the final session of the fourth day's play at SuperSport Park, after Rahul's very poor dismissal - a cut, a slash, a punch, not describable yet - that saw him hole out at backward point.
2018-01-17 02:29:37 Read More

Ronaldinho retires from football

Brazilian World Cup winner Ronaldinho has formally confirmed his retirement from football, more than two years since his last appearance as a professional, reports in Brazil said Tuesday.
2018-01-17 02:17:40 Read More

Ciriello roped in as analytical coach of Indian men's hockey team

As the Indian hockey team got down to practice in Tauranga, New Zealand, this week - to prepare for the four-nation invitational hockey tournament - there was a fresh face amidst them. Former Australian drag-flick specialist Chris Ciriello was among the coaching staff.
2018-01-16 17:45:58 Read More

BCCI president, treasurer kept in dark about Afghanistan Test date

​The difference in opinion among BCCI top brass once again came to the fore as acting president CK Khanna, treasurer Aniruddh Chaudhry and senior member Rajeev Shukla were apparently not kept in the loop over the scheduling of the historic Test against Afghanistan.
2018-01-16 16:30:57 Read More

Decision on day-night Test in India soon: BCCI

BCCI acting secretary Amitabh Choudhary on Tuesday said a decision on hosting the first ever day-night Test in India will be taken soon.
2018-01-16 16:19:14 Read More

PWL: Pooja helps Punjab Royals beat Haryana Hammers

Latvia's Anastasija Grigorjeva and India's Pooja Dhanda powered Punjab Royals to a scintillating 4-3 victory over Haryana Hammers in the Pro Wrestling League here at the Siri Fort Indoor Stadium on Tuesday.
2018-01-16 16:03:37 Read More

Suarez back to his lethal best after hitting Barca nadir

With three goals in his first 14 games, Suarez was in his worst form for the club, one of the few players in Ernesto Valverde's side who was struggling as the Catalans established a firm lead in the title race.
2018-01-16 14:37:01 Read More

2nd Test: India stare at record chase at Centurion

Faf du Plessis’ 141-ball 48-run grind on Day 4 allowed South Africa to set India a stiff target of 287 - which would be a record 4th innings total for a win - if India manage to chase it down and make the three-match series 1-1 at Supersports Park, Centurion.
2018-01-16 14:08:50 Read More

2nd Test: India reeling in record chase of 287

Faf du Plessis’ 141-ball 48-run grind on Day 4 allowed South Africa to set India a stiff target of 287 - which would be a record 4th innings total for a win - if India manage to chase it down and make the three-match series 1-1 at Supersports Park, Centurion.
2018-01-16 14:08:50 Read More

Pant continues top form, hits 64 to help Delhi beat Services

Rishab Pant showed his prodigious talent yet again as he struck an aggressive 64, two days after smashing the second fastest hundred, to help Delhi beat Services by 22 runs in their Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy match on Tuesday.
2018-01-16 13:54:55 Read More

Delhi squad: Selectors drop Ranjan, bring back Unmukt

The senior selection committee of DDCA on Tuesday dropped Bihar politician Pappu Yadav's son Sarthak Ranjan and brought back seasoned Unmukt Chand for the knock- out phase of Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, starting January 21 in Kolkata.
2018-01-16 13:46:22 Read More

Historic India-Afghanistan Test from June 14 in Bengaluru

India will host Afghanistan's maiden Test match from June 14 to 18 in Bengaluru, a massive fillip to the war-ravaged country's cricketing profile. The decision was taken after officials from the BCCI and the Afghanistan Cricket Board met on Tuesday.
2018-01-16 13:39:07 Read More

All-round Tiwary guides Bengal to Super League stage

Skipper Manoj Tiwary produced an all-round performance as Bengal defeated Assam by six wickets to continue their unbeaten run in the East Zone league and seal their place in the Super League stage of the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 cricket tournament, on Tuesday.
2018-01-16 13:31:08 Read More

All-round Tiwary guides Bengal to Super League stage

Skipper Manoj Tiwary produced an all-round performance as Bengal defeated Assam by six wickets to continue their unbeaten run in the East Zone league and seal their place in the Super League stage of the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 cricket tournament, on Tuesday.
2018-01-16 13:31:08 Read More

Federer urges fellow players to embrace the media

Roger Federer has urged his fellow professionals to act themselves and not as robots during media interviews to keep tennis interesting for the sporting public.
2018-01-16 12:02:49 Read More

Dismal start to season for Indian shuttlers

Indian mixed doubles pair of Pranaav Jerry Chopra and N Sikki Reddy failed to cross the opening hurdle at the season-opening $350,000 Malaysia Masters, on Tuesday.
2018-01-16 11:41:11 Read More

Shoaib Malik shows delayed concussion signs after head blow

Veteran Pakistan allrounder Shoaib Malik, who was hit on the head during the fourth one-day international against New Zealand in Hamilton on Tuesday, has shown signs of delayed concussion.
2018-01-16 11:32:28 Read More

2nd Test: South Africa's lead goes past 200

Follow all the live updates from the Day 4 of the 2nd Test between India and South Africa in Centurion.
2018-01-16 11:25:14 Read More

Harika settles for draw at Tata Steel Chess

Indian Grandmaster Harika Dronavalli had to settle for her third consecutive draw against higher ranked Dutch Grandmaster Erwin L'Ami after a long encounter, here at the prestigious 80th edition of the Tata Steel Chess tournament.
2018-01-16 10:19:07 Read More

2nd Test: Shami triple-strike reignites India's hope

By lunch on Day 4, India had managed to add to more scalps with South Africa reaching 173 for five, with a lead of 201 over India.
2018-01-16 10:15:03 Read More

Federer breezes through opener in Melbourne

Defending champion Roger Federer got quickly into his majestic stride with a straight-sets win over Slovenian Aljaz Bedene in his opening match at the Australian Open on Tuesday.
2018-01-16 10:15:02 Read More

I don't worry about competition from others, says Gurpreet

Bengaluru FC goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu on Tuesday said challenge from quality Indian custodians, including Subrata Paul and Amrinder Singh does not frighten him at all as he himself is his biggest competitor.
2018-01-16 09:35:39 Read More

New Zealand beat Pakistan by five wickets in fourth ODI

Colin de Grandhomme returned from time out following the death of his father to spur New Zealand to a five-wicket win over Pakistan in the fourth One-day international on Tuesday and to a 4-0 lead in the five-match series.
2018-01-16 09:17:00 Read More

Virat Kohli fined for breaching ICC code of conduct

India skipper Virat Kohli has been fined 25 per cent of his match fee for showing dissent against the umpire during the third day's play of second Test against South Africa.
2018-01-16 08:59:32 Read More

India face Japan in Four Nations Invitational tournament

Indian men's hockey team will look to make a winning start to the new season when they take on Japan in their opening match of the Four Nations Invitational Tournament on Wednesday.
2018-01-16 07:40:45 Read More

Live: India v South Africa, 2nd Test, Day 4

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2018-01-16 07:12:12 Read More

Recap: When Sindhu and Paralympians bagged top honours at TOISA

Ahead of the third TOISA to be held on February 26 in Mumbai, here is a recap of the last awards.
2018-01-16 06:16:07 Read More

Dinesh Karthik to replace injured Wriddhiman Saha

BCCI on Tuesday named Dinesh Karthik as replacement for wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha who injured himself during a training session last week ahead of the second Test against South Africa.
2018-01-16 05:58:20 Read More

To realise potential, India needs its youth to be physically literate: Gopichand

During a visit to the TOI office, national badminton Pullela Gopichand reflected on his time as coach and reiterated the importance of grooming the next level of talent and of not sitting confidently on this golden era of Indian badminton.
2018-01-16 04:39:23 Read More

Simone Biles: 'I was abused' by USA gymnastics doctor

Olympic gymnastics superstar Simone Biles revealed on Monday she was sexually abused by disgraced former USA team doctor Larry Nassar, who was last month jailed for 60 years on child porn charges.
2018-01-16 04:35:25 Read More

Sharapova and Kerber light up Australian Open

Former champions Maria Sharapova and Angelique Kerber turned on the style to sweep into the Australian Open second round Tuesday, but it was curtains for lanky Canadian Milos Raonic.
2018-01-16 04:28:40 Read More

TOISA 2018: A jury in a class of its own

Ahead of the 2018 Mahindra Scorpio Times of India Sports Awards powered by All Out, to be held on February 26, here’s a look at the selection panel.
2018-01-16 03:59:15 Read More

U-19 World Cup: India steamroll PNG by 10 wickets

India continued their dominant run in the Under 19 World Cup by dishing out a clinical all-round performance with the ball that saw them steamroll Papua New Guinea by 10 wickets in their second Group B match on Tuesday.
2018-01-16 03:13:28 Read More

Angry Virat Kohli complains to ICC match referee

An angry Virat Kohli marched off right into the match referee Chris Broad's cabin when umpires stopped play due to bad light. He was clearly unhappy with something that couldn't be immediately ascertained.
2018-01-16 02:57:25 Read More

Virat Kohli does the rescue act for his team again

Coming into this second Test at the SuperSport Park, all the talk surrounding the selection of playing eleven got further ignited when former India opener Virender Sehwag told a television channel three days ago: Virat Kohli should drop himself if he fails to perform in Centurion.
2018-01-16 02:36:39 Read More

I've seen very few players with Srikanth's skill: Gopichand

If 2017 was a landmark year for Indian badminton, the credit goes largely to national badminton coach Pullela Gopichand whose role in guiding the cream of India's shuttlers resulted in numerous medals. Gopichand and his protege Kidambi Srikanth spoke to TOI about the year gone by and what lies ahead.
2018-01-16 02:30:27 Read More

Virat Kohli takes fight to South Africa with sublime 153

Riding on Virat Kohli's fabulous 153, India managed to stretch their total to 307 all out, just 28 runs behind South Africa's first innings. The hosts, 90-2 at stumps, were 118 runs ahead of the visitors.
2018-01-16 02:25:14 Read More

The game is in the balance, says Jasprit Bumrah

"The game is still in balance if we get early wickets tomorrow. The match can be in anybody's favour. We will look to create pressure tomorrow as well. I think the game is still in balance right now," said Bumrah.
2018-01-15 17:39:48 Read More

Late drama deepens Gokulam's misery as Churchill nick 3-2 win

There was no end to Gokulam Kerala's woes as they suffered a heart-breaking 2-3 defeat in a battle of the two bottom dwellers of the I-League against Churchill Brothers at EMS Corporation Stadium in Kozhikode on Monday.
2018-01-15 17:06:22 Read More

PWL: UP Dangal beat Delhi Sultans to register third successive win

UP Dangal registered a narrow 4-3 victory over Delhi Sultans to inch a step closer to seal a spot in the knock-out stages of the Pro Wrestling League season three here at the Siri Fort Sports Complex on Monday.
2018-01-15 16:10:05 Read More

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2nd Test, Day 3: SA take 118-run lead over India

South Africa’s crisis man, AB de Villiers, was at again. In company of a feisty Dean Elgar, de Villiers steadied the ship for his team as SA finished the day at 90 for two.
2018-01-15 16:04:20 Read More

Ben Stokes charged with affray over nightclub fight

England all-rounder Ben Stokes has been charged with affray by prosecutors regarding his alleged involvement in an incident outside a nightclub in September, prosecutors announced on Monday.
2018-01-15 14:30:55 Read More

India's youth women boxers bag three gold at Nations Cup

India's youth women pugilists continued their dominating run on the world stage as they clinched three gold and one bronze medal in the 7th Nations Cup, here in the freezing conditions of Sombor, Serbia.
2018-01-15 13:26:08 Read More

Wales name Ryan Giggs as manager

Wales have appointed former Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs as their manager, the Football Association of Wales announced on social media on Monday.
2018-01-15 13:19:11 Read More

Government to extend cash incentives to grassroots level coaches

The cash incentives will not be restricted to just medal-winning athletes and coaches attached with them as the government has decided to extend the monetary benefits to the grassroots level coaches.
2018-01-15 12:59:55 Read More

2nd Test: SA steady after Bumrah double-strike

South Africa’s crisis man, AB de Villiers, was at again. In company of a feisty Dean Elgar, de Villiers steadied the ship for his team. At tea, SA (60/2) had extended their lead to 88, which in context of how the pitch is behaving could prove to be a handful if SA manage to play out two more session in the Test.
2018-01-15 12:59:03 Read More

Marathas will bounce back in PWL: Ritu Phogat

Despite losing their first two matches, rising Indian star Ritu Phogat is confident that her team Veer Marathas will bounce back in the ongoing third season of the Pro Wrestling League (PWL).
2018-01-15 12:51:32 Read More

Paul Lambert appointed Stoke City manager

Struggling Stoke City appointed Paul Lambert as their new manager on Monday after the Scot signed a two-and-half-year contract to replace the sacked Mark Hughes.
2018-01-15 12:45:19 Read More

CoCo goes bananas as Americans slip up at Australian Open

CoCo Vandeweghe's petulant standoff over a shortage of bananas was the low point on a horror day for the United States at the Australian Open on Monday as a procession of American players skidded out of the season's first Grand Slam in the first round.
2018-01-15 12:39:34 Read More

French referee provisionally suspended for kicking out at player

Referee Tony Chapron has been provisionally suspended after he appeared to kick out at Nantes player Diego Carlos in Sunday's French Ligue 1 game against Paris St Germain.
2018-01-15 12:28:39 Read More

Nadal happy with rollicking start at Melbourne Park

A ruthless Rafael Nadal preserved his creaky knees for tougher tests down the road by routing Dominican journeyman Victor Estrella Burgos 6-1, 6-1, 6-1 to sail into the second round of the Australian Open on Monday.
2018-01-15 12:21:52 Read More

West Indies to fight it out for a berth at ICC World Cup 2019

Two-time world champions West Indies will be the star attraction when 10 teams battle it out at next month's ICC Cricket World Cup qualifier for the two remaining places at the mega-event in 2019.
2018-01-15 11:48:55 Read More

P Gopichand inaugurates Bennett University sports complex

Bennett University's new sports block comprises three squash, badminton and tennis courts each, a swimming pool, gymnasium, indoor games and a multi-purpose arena - along with basketball, football and volleyball playing areas.
2018-01-15 11:28:21 Read More

Live updates: India vs South Africa, 2nd Test, Day 3

​Follow all the live updates from the Day 3 of the 2nd Test between India and South Africa in Centurion.
2018-01-15 10:56:52 Read More

Anand draws with Karjakin at Tata Steel Masters Chess

Multiple world champion Viswanathan Anand played out an easy draw with Sergey Karjakin of Russia while B Adhiban lost to top seed Magnus Carlsen in the second round of 80th Tata Steel Masters Chess tournament here.
2018-01-15 10:49:12 Read More

Anand draws with Karjakin at Tata Steel Masters Chess

Multiple world champion Viswanathan Anand played out an easy draw with Sergey Karjakin of Russia while B Adhiban lost to top seed Magnus Carlsen in the second round of 80th Tata Steel Masters Chess tournament here.
2018-01-15 10:49:12 Read More

Ruthless Nadal powers to first round win at Australian Open

The world No.1, a beaten finalist to Roger Federer in Melbourne last year, clinically took apart the 81st-ranked Dominican to forge a 6-1, 6-1, 6-1 win in 94 minutes on Rod Laver Arena.
2018-01-15 10:23:44 Read More

India vs SA: Kohli 141* reduces India's deficit to 48

Kohli remained unbeaten on 141 to take India to 287/8 at lunch on Day 3 of Centurion Test, cutting India’s deficit to 48.
2018-01-15 10:20:25 Read More

2nd Test, Day 3 Live: Kohli 150, India 300

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2018-01-15 07:48:21 Read More

Australian Open: Williams, Stephens out in first round

The 6-3, 7-5 loss for Venus Williams was her first in five career meetings with Bencic, who lost to Serena Williams in the first round here last year.
2018-01-15 05:44:47 Read More

Rampant Liverpool end City's unbeaten record in seven-goal thriller

City swaggered into Anfield unbeaten in the top flight in 30 matches and widely heralded as champions-elect amid talk that they could go throughout the entire league campaign without losing.
2018-01-15 04:40:22 Read More

When Chuni Goswami demolished the mighty West Indies

Those who saw him in pomp insist he is the finest footballer India has produced since the 1960s. But Chuni Goswami, who led India to gold in the 1962 Jakarta Asian Games and who turns 80 on Monday, was also a cricketer of considerable merit who famously demolished the West Indies in the winter of 1966.
2018-01-15 03:39:50 Read More

When Chuni Goswami demolished the mighty West Indies

Those who saw him in pomp insist he is the finest footballer India has produced since the 1960s. But Chuni Goswami, who led India to gold in the 1962 Jakarta Asian Games and who turns 80 on Monday, was also a cricketer of considerable merit who famously demolished the West Indies in the winter of 1966.
2018-01-15 03:39:50 Read More

Stepanek is great addition to Djokovic's coaching team: Becker

Becker, who taught Djokovic for three years, said Stepanek is a great addition to Djokovic's coaching staff and that he will benefit tremendously from both him and Andre Agassi.
2018-01-15 03:22:15 Read More

I should not be favourite at 36: Roger Federer

The older Roger Federer gets the more he likes to play down his chances of winning major titles. "I don't think a 36-year-old should be the favourite of a tournament, it should not be the case," the Australian Open's defending champion said, "I see things more relaxed at this late stage of my career."
2018-01-15 02:54:26 Read More

India vs SA: With intent, Kohli shows how it's done

Intent. It's likely the word will end up becoming the most used catchphrase this year when referring to the Indian team. It's a word Virat Kohli emphasised upon after the loss at Cape Town. It's a word that most Indian batsmen have clearly devalued in South Africa so far.
2018-01-15 02:45:12 Read More

India vs SA: Virat Kohli shores up nervy India

You've got to hand it to Kagiso Rabada. Humour is not his only forte. On a wicket that clearly looked doped, and had seamers losing control with each passing over, this man - the world's highest ranked bowler by some margin - ran in with a momentum that never showed a dull moment.
2018-01-15 02:34:01 Read More

Focusing on stock ball helped Ashwin: Gavaskar

According to Gavaskar, the surface used for the second Test possesses similar traits to the type of pitches used in India, and Ashwin used his stock ball to make the most of it.
2018-01-15 02:30:46 Read More

Indian hockey can shine in WC, CWG year: Sandeep

Former national hockey captain and Arjuna awardee Sandeep Singh has called on the game’s governing body in India and the country’s media to promote hockey in a more proactive manner, while calling out 2018 as a potentially defining year.
2018-01-15 02:22:56 Read More

Gopichand to inaugurate Bennett University sports complex

National badminton coach and former All England champion Pullela Gopichand will inaugurate Bennett University's new state-of-the-art sports facility on Monday at its Greater Noida campus.
2018-01-15 02:11:14 Read More

Test debut at home ground is a dream for me, says Ngidi

For young South African pacer Lungi Ngidi, making his Test debut in front of his home crowd is a dream come true moment and said he too experienced goosebumps just like any other cricketer.
2018-01-14 17:53:12 Read More

With Olympic qualification on line, skier seeks government help

Racing against time to qualify for next month's Winter Olympics, alpine skier Himanshu Thakur is stranded at the Frankfurt airport and is awaiting Iranian visa clearance for a qualifying event in Darbandsar.
2018-01-14 17:44:29 Read More

Kohli-Pandya partnership can take the game away, says Ishant

"I think it's pretty important partnership, obviously, because the way Virat is playing it is totally a different game. If Hardik gets going he can take the game away from the opposition. After tea yesterday, the run out from him was a game changer for us. He backs his strength totally and I am hopeful they will take the game away from South Africa," Ishant said.
2018-01-14 17:43:44 Read More

From star to star-crossed: Paralympic TT players decides to quit game

An international level table-tennis player who participated in the Asian Para Games 2014 in Korea and won two medals in Thailand Para Table Tennis Open 2013, has decided to quit the game.
2018-01-14 17:23:45 Read More

Sanchez missing as Arsenal lose at Bournemouth

Arsene Wenger's miserable start to the new year took a turn for the worse as his Arsenal side -- missing wantaway forward Alexis Sanchez -- lost 2-1 at struggling Bournemouth in a game he admitted they "had to win".
2018-01-14 17:17:13 Read More

ISL: Hume goal helps Kerala down Mumbai

Canadian striker Iain Hume became the hero of Kerala Blasters for the second game running as his lone first-half goal helped the visitors get the better of Mumbai City FC 1-0 in a rousing Indian Super League match on Sunday.
2018-01-14 17:13:38 Read More

Hyderabad Hunters beat Bengaluru Blasters to win PBL title

In a fitting finale that went down to the wire, Hyderabad Hunters overcame a fighting Bengaluru Blasters to become the champions of the third Premier Badminton League at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium on Sunday.
2018-01-14 17:04:11 Read More

Steely Virat Kohli leads India's fightback on sloppy day

On a dramatic day book-ended by three drops and three wickets that promise to prove pivotal as this Test match progresses, Virat Kohli - battling neck pain - took the fight back to South Africa with a confidence-coated 85 not out that has given India a sliver of hope, but he will rue a lack of support.
2018-01-14 15:56:48 Read More

Tea report: Kohli, Vijay steady India against South Africa

After a solitary over from left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj before lunch, India's openers promised to lay down the best start of the series but a scoreline of 28 without loss became 28/2 in the space of two deliveries.
2018-01-14 13:04:02 Read More

PBL 2018 Final Live: Bengaluru Blasters vs Hyderabad Hunters

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I-League: William's strike guides Minerva to 1-0 win over Shillong 

William Opoku Asiedu produced the solitary goal to guide Minerva Punjab FC to a 1-0 win over hosts Shillong Lajong FC in an intense Hero I-League match at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Sunday.
2018-01-14 12:29:18 Read More

I-League: William's strike guides Minerva to 1-0 win over Shillong 

William Opoku Asiedu produced the solitary goal to guide Minerva Punjab FC to a 1-0 win over hosts Shillong Lajong FC in an intense Hero I-League match at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Sunday.
2018-01-14 12:29:18 Read More

Europe fight back to defeat Asia in EurAsia Cup

Europe came from behind to convincingly defeat Asia and retain the EurAsia Cup title Sunday, in a boost for captain Thomas Bjorn as he gears up for the Ryder Cup.
2018-01-14 11:49:03 Read More

Young talent, team's consistency make Chhetri hopeful

The emergence of young talent under coach Stephen Constantine's rotation policy and the Indian football team's consistency in recent times make skipper Sunil Chhetri hopeful of a smooth build-up to the 2019 AFC Asian Cup.
2018-01-14 11:35:58 Read More

Live updates: India vs South Africa, 2nd Test, Day 2

​Follow all the live updates from the Day 2 of the 2nd Test between India and South Africa in Centurion.
2018-01-14 11:26:53 Read More

Jason Roy smashes highest score for England in ODIs

Hard-hitting England opener eclipses Alex Hales' previous mark of 171 to enter record territory as Australia's total of 304/8 is chased down with ease.
2018-01-14 11:04:44 Read More

ISL Live Score: Delhi Dynamos FC vs Bengaluru FC

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Lunch report: Butter-fingered India allow SA to make 335

South Africa were allowed generously to progress from 269/6 to 335, with Faf du Plessis adding 42 for the eighth wicket and reaching a vital half-century.
2018-01-14 10:08:23 Read More

Mohammed Shami reaches 100 Test wickets

India fast bowler Mohammed Shami has achieved the milestone of 100 Test wickets, getting there with the scalp of Keshav Maharaj during day two of the second Test between against South Africa at Centurion.
2018-01-14 09:08:54 Read More

Live: India lose two quick wickets vs South Africa

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Roger Federer says he's too old to be Australian Open favourite

Defending champion Roger Federer says rivals Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic should be seen as leading contenders for the Australian Open as he is too old to be considered favourite.
2018-01-14 07:30:29 Read More

Yuki Bhambri qualifies for Australian Open

Continuing his good form from the last season, Yuki Bhambri on Sunday qualified for the Australian Open with a come-from-behind win but Ramkumar Ramanathan missed out on his maiden Grand Slam appearance.
2018-01-14 07:18:21 Read More

Rishabh Pant records 2nd fastest century in T20s

Risbah Pant has created history by scoring the second fastest century in T20 history. He blasted an unbeaten 116 off just 38 deliveries against Himachal in a North Zone T20 League (Syed Mustaq Ali Trophy) fixture leading his team to a crushing 10-wicket victory on Sunday.
2018-01-14 07:04:52 Read More

Aches, pains and illness ahead of Australian Open 2018

An unusually long list of injuries and illnesses could take its toll on the Australian Open, which has already seen withdrawals by Serena Williams and Andy Murray.
2018-01-14 06:08:46 Read More

Alexander Zverev determined to end Grand Slam jinx

Giant German Alexander Zverev has been widely tipped for greatness but has so far failed to go beyond a Grand Slam fourth round --something he plans to fix at the Australian Open.
2018-01-14 05:52:24 Read More

Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe seek to rebuild in tri-nation clash

Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe all have a point to prove when they battle each other in a tri-nation one-day tournament in Dhaka from Monday.
2018-01-14 05:48:38 Read More

U19 WC: Clinical India thrash Australia by 100 runs ​

After posting 328/7, led by captain Prithvi Shaw's 94 and fellow opener Manjot Kalra's 86 and Shubham Gill's 63, India bowlers put Australian batting to the sword with pacers Kamlesh Nagarkoti and Shivam Mavi claiming three wickets each. India open their campaign with a bang.
2018-01-14 05:00:51 Read More

Guardiola delighted by renaissance of attacking style

Pep Guardiola believes his style of play is gaining traction across English football after he experienced a tough first season with Manchester City.
2018-01-14 05:00:04 Read More

Golfers take cover in Hawaii after missile panic

Top golfers at the PGA Tour's Sony Open in Hawaii were among those caught up in the panic Saturday after the mistaken transmission of an alert warning of an incoming ballistic missile.
2018-01-14 04:52:51 Read More

Record-breaker Kane at the double as Spurs down Everton

Harry Kane became Tottenham Hotspur's record goalscorer in the Premier League with a double strike as they beat Everton 4-0 at Wembley on Saturday to maintain their mastery over the Merseysiders.
2018-01-14 04:29:41 Read More

Live Score: Australia vs England, 1st ODI

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Antonio Conte won't lose sleep over Jose Mourinho feud

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte insists he isn't losing sleep over his bitter feud with Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho.
2018-01-14 04:02:31 Read More

Didn't expect so much assistance to Ashwin: Markram

South African opener Aiden Markram said they were surprised by the nature of the pitch here after R Ashwin took 3/90 to restrict them to 269 for 6 at stumps on day one of the second Test.
2018-01-14 03:35:00 Read More

Bengaluru will benefit from AFC Cup break: Bhaichung 

Indian football legend Bhaichung Bhutia has picked his top three teams of the ongoing Indian Super League (ISL), singling out table-toppers Bengaluru FC as the favorites.
2018-01-14 02:21:05 Read More

PBL: Bengaluru to face Hyderabad in final

Mixed doubles duo of Kim Sa Rang and Sikki Reddy won the deciding tie to power Bengaluru Blasters into the final of the Premier Badminton League. Blasters registered a hard fought 4-3 victory over Ahmedabad Smash Masters in the second semifinal here on Saturday.
2018-01-14 02:10:26 Read More

Aus Open: Djokovic to debut a remodelled service action

The keywords reverberating from the comeback series featuring Novak Djokovic, Stan Wawrinka and Rafael Nadal are ‘technical adjustments’ ‘hopeful’ and ‘playing well’. In that order.
2018-01-14 01:59:14 Read More

When Ravi Shastri told Hirwani: Tu bindaas dal

On the 30th anniversary of Narendra Hirwani’s debut Test, in which he spun a deadly web around the West Indies in Chennai, TOI takes a trip down memory lane...
2018-01-14 01:52:55 Read More

2nd Test: Ashwin impresses as pitch springs a surprise

Less than 24 hours after Virat Kohli had called the Centurion pitch a “lively” one and Faf du Plessis said that he’d asked the groundsmen to ensure pace and bounce, all that one could take home from the first day’s play at the SuperSport Park was the lanky Ashwin bowling over after over — he had bowled 30 by the time any other bowler in the attack had delivered half of it — until it was time for stumps.
2018-01-14 01:43:22 Read More

2nd Test: SA reduced To 269/6 after a solid start

After a decent start, the Indian bowlers sprayed, attempting to judge the right length again on a very slow wicket. The bounce remained erratic and so did their length. All of that took time as the hosts began freeing their arms.
2018-01-14 01:21:03 Read More

U-19 WC: Shaw, Kalra & Gill power India to 328/7

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I like to think I have kept us in the game, says Ashwin

"I like to think I have kept us in the game. It could have so easily been a game where they could have run away with it after the second session. I like to believe I was just dogged enough," Ashwin said after the day's play.
2018-01-13 17:56:43 Read More

Conte frustrated as 10-man Leicester hold Chelsea

Antonio Conte's problems mounted as spluttering Chelsea were held to a dour 0-0 draw by 10-man Leicester City at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. Conte's side produced a limp display that could easily have seen them beaten by a Leicester team who missed a host of first-half chances.
2018-01-13 17:27:30 Read More

Chennaiyin ride Nelson strike to win

On the eve of Chennaiyin's match against FC Pune City, assistant coach Syed Sabir Pasha had said that Saturday's match will be all about Pune's attack against Chennaiyin's defence.
2018-01-13 17:21:56 Read More

Kohli should drop himself if he fails at Centurion: Sehwag

Former swashbuckling opener Virender Sehwag on Saturday stated that Virat Kohli "should drop himself" if he fails in the second Test against South Africa, launching a scathing attack on the India skipper for his team selection.
2018-01-13 15:51:29 Read More

India crush Bangladesh by 10 wickets in Blind World Cup

India skipper Ajay Reddy's all-round performance helped the in-form team beat Bangladesh by 10 wickets in the 5th Blind Cricket World Cup on Saturday. Electing to bat, Bangladesh scored 226 for eight in the stipulated 40 overs.
2018-01-13 14:56:11 Read More

ISL Live Score: Chennaiyin FC vs FC Pune City

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Donald, Laxman slam India think-tank for Bhuvneshwar omission

Former greats Allan Donald and VVS Laxman on Saturday slammed India's team selection for the second Test against South Africa, saying the move to play Ishant Sharma at the expense of Bhuvneshwar Kumar was baffling.
2018-01-13 14:12:01 Read More

Tea report: Ashwin lifts India as Markram misses century

South Africa scored 104 runs in the second session, with Amla (35*) and AB de Villiers (16*) setting the tone for a dominating day. At 182/2, Virat Kohli has plenty of concerns on a surface not offering much for the fast bowlers.
2018-01-13 12:59:28 Read More

Ramkumar advances in Australian Open qualifiers

Indian tennis star Ramkumar Ramanathan won his second round qualifying match in straight sets, beating France's Gleb Sakharov 6-4 7-6 (12) at the Australian Open qualifiers on Saturday.
2018-01-13 12:08:36 Read More

Malian forward Diabate signs for Leicester

Malian forward Fousseni Diabate signed for Premier League side Leicester City from French Ligue 2 outfit Ajaccio on Saturday the English club announced. The France-born 22-year-old has represented Mali at Under-20 and under-23 level.
2018-01-13 11:46:26 Read More

Mertens defends Hobart title after edging rain-hit final

Belgian Elise Mertens defeated Mihaela Buzarnescu of Romania 6-1 4-6 6-3 in a rain-interrupted final to defend her Hobart International title on Saturday.
2018-01-13 11:29:09 Read More

Gavaskar questions India's team selection for 2nd Test

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar on Saturday questioned India's team selection for the second cricket Test against South Africa, saying opener Shikhar Dhawan's "head is always on the chopping board".
2018-01-13 11:09:53 Read More

Azharuddin dismisses HCA charges, writes to BCCI

Former India captain Mohammad Azharuddin on Saturday dismissed the charges levelled against him by the Hyderabad Cricket Association president G Vivek and said he has written to the BCCI about the developments in HCA.
2018-01-13 10:53:51 Read More

Kerber issues Australian Open warning with Sydney triumph

Former world number one Angelique Kerber continued her 2018 resurgence with a 6-4, 6-4 win over Ashleigh Barty in the Sydney International final on Saturday, giving herself a welcome boost ahead of next week's Australian Open.
2018-01-13 08:53:59 Read More

India face Australia in U-19 World Cup opener

Optimism mingled with an eagerness to know what lies ahead as India's potential future stars geared up to lock horns with Australia in their big-ticket campaign opener of the ICC U-19 World Cup on Sunday.
2018-01-13 08:21:28 Read More

Saudi women score right to watch men's soccer in stadiums

Women in black abayas and fluorescent orange vests stood at the gates at King Abdullah Stadium, welcoming people into the family section that, for the first time in Saudi Arabia, allowed women to attend a men's soccer match.
2018-01-13 07:02:17 Read More

Uncle Toni still 'more than anything' for Nadal

World number one Rafael Nadal embarks on a new era without his coach and uncle in the players' box at the Australian Open but the Spaniard said he would always welcome advice from his lifelong mentor with open arms.
2018-01-13 06:45:51 Read More

Live updates: India vs SA, 2nd Test, Day 1

Follow all the live updates from the Day 1 of the second Test between India and South Africa in Centurion.
2018-01-13 06:21:48 Read More

Bautista Agut beats Del Potro to win Auckland title

Roberto Bautista Agut continued to shine in New Zealand when the Spaniard won his second Auckland Classic title with a 6-1, 4-6, 7-5 victory over second seed Juan Martin Del Potro on Saturday.
2018-01-13 06:03:44 Read More

Live: India vs South Africa, 2nd Test, Day 1

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3rd ODI: Boult destroys Pakistan as New Zealand take series

A withering spell by Trent Boult saw New Zealand destroy Pakistan by 183 runs in the third one-day international to comfortably wrap up the series in Dunedin on Saturday.
2018-01-13 05:51:49 Read More

Yuvraj, Gambhir, Root up for grabs at IPL auction

The IPL keeps getting bigger with every edition as the cash-rich T20 event is all set to witness a whopping 1122 players, the most ever in its 11-year history, to go under the hammer at the upcoming player auction later this month.
2018-01-13 05:24:02 Read More

Hardik Pandya should bat higher: Mohinder Amarnath

India might have begun their tour of South Africa on a losing note but there are few positives that have emerged from their performance in Cape Town.
2018-01-13 04:54:00 Read More

Rohit has hardly made it count in challenging conditions: Srikkanth

Former opener Kris Srikkanth has criticised the Indian team management's decision to stick with Rohit Sharma who he feels has time and again failed to perform in tough conditions.
2018-01-13 04:38:45 Read More

India should have played warmup games: Sunil Gavaskar

India lost the first Test against South Africa in Cape Town by 72 runs and now trail 0-1 in the three-match series. In his column for TOI, Gavaskar wrote, "Whatever the thinking of the team think-tank, they should have played the warmup games.
2018-01-13 04:15:25 Read More

Roger Federer impressed by Nick Kyrgios form

Defending champion Roger Federer sees temperamental Australian Nick Kyrgios as a threat at the Australian Open - if he can keep his focus.
2018-01-13 03:48:40 Read More

Roger Federer impressed by Nick Kyrgios form

Defending champion Roger Federer sees temperamental Australian Nick Kyrgios as a threat at the Australian Open - if he can keep his focus.
2018-01-13 03:48:40 Read More

PBL: Praneeth, Marin take Hunters into final

Sai Praneeth's dominant performance and Carolina Marin's fighting ability steered Hyderabad Hunters into their maiden final in the Premier Badminton League (PBL) at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium here on Friday. Hunters rallied back to blank Delhi Dashers 3-0 in the semi-finals.
2018-01-13 03:03:37 Read More

Indian women's hockey players acing the yo-yo test

On Friday morning as chief coach Harendra Singh put the senior team campers through their paces, the difference in fitness levels was evident. There was no rustiness coming into the first camp of a crucial year.
2018-01-13 02:53:08 Read More

Dakar Rally: In Bolivia, Mena stands tall at halfway stage

The curse of the weather hit the Bolivian leg of the Dakar rally even before it began on Thursday.
2018-01-13 02:52:05 Read More

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Time for Kohli to set the benchmark

With his team needing to draw or win to stay alive in the series, the onus is on India's captain to deliver the goods with the bat.
2018-01-13 02:38:36 Read More

India set for major changes in SA stronghold

Ishant Sharma set to replace Bhuvneshwar, Parthiv Patel may play instead of injured Wriddhiman Saha while Shikhar Dhawan likely to make way for KL Rahul.
2018-01-13 02:26:19 Read More

IOA courts controversy with new appointment

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) on Friday appointed Pawandeep Singh Kohli as the chairman of its medical commission, a decision which is likely to raise a few eyebrows.
2018-01-13 02:25:22 Read More

Mahindra Scorpio TOISA: A toast to the best of Indian sport

TOISA is a platform created by the Times Group to recognise and reward Indian sporting talent and achievements on a global scale and will be held soon to honour the lion hearts who have done the country proud.
2018-01-13 02:09:48 Read More

Live Cricket Score: New Zealand vs Pakistan, 3rd ODI, Dunedin

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PWL: Haryana Hammers overpower Delhi Sultans with ease

Rio Olympics bronze medallist Sun Yanan of China steered last years finalists Haryana Hammers to a comfortable 5-2 victory over Delhi Sultans in a Pro Wrestling League (PWL) contest on Friday.
2018-01-12 16:34:09 Read More

Arrows beat Kerala FC 1-0 in I-League tie

Indian Arrows rode on a late strike from Abhijeet Sarkar to defeat Gokulam Kerala FC 1-0 in an I-League match on Friday. Sarkar struck in the 77th minute as the Arrows climbed one spot to the seventh position with 10 points from an equal number of matches.
2018-01-12 15:35:14 Read More

Neymar's PSG move a backwards step: Ronaldo

Neymar's world record transfer to Paris Saint-Germain from Barcelona was a step backwards in his career, according to ex-Brazil star Ronaldo.
2018-01-12 15:20:39 Read More

Blind Cricket World Cup: India beat Pakistan by seven wickets

Defending champions India defeated Pakistan beat seven wickets in the Blind Cricket World Cup on Friday. Sent into bat, Pakistan notched up 282 for eight wickets in the stipulated 40 overs.
2018-01-12 15:10:17 Read More

Funny, people who wanted Rahane out now want him in, says Kohli

India captain Virat Kohli on Friday took a dig at critics questioning Ajinkya Rahane's exclusion in the first Test against South Africa, stating that those who wanted his deputy's omission are now clamouring for his comeback.
2018-01-12 13:55:26 Read More

People who wanted Rahane out now want him in, says Kohli

India captain Virat Kohli on Friday took a dig at critics questioning Ajinkya Rahane's exclusion in the first Test against South Africa, stating that those who wanted his deputy's omission are now clamouring for his comeback.
2018-01-12 13:55:26 Read More

2nd Test: Faf du Plessis surprised by brown pitch

South African captain Faf du Plessis was surprised to see brown grass on the pitch that will be used for the second Test against India, starting at SuperSport Park on Saturday.
2018-01-12 13:03:12 Read More

Giggs interviewed to be new Wales manager: Report

Former Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs has been interviewed for the vacant Wales manager job, British media reported on Friday.
2018-01-12 13:01:48 Read More

Pant fires as Delhi crush Jammu & Kashmir by 8 wickets

Former captain Rishabh Pant made short work of a below-par Jammu & Kashmir with a 33-ball 51 as Delhi won their second Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 match by eight wickets.
2018-01-12 12:42:22 Read More

Priority is to win gold at Commonwealth Games: G Sathiyan

G Sathiyan, currently the top ranked Indian table tennis player as per the latest ITTF rankings, has set new targets, including winning a gold at this year's Commonwealth Games and breaking into the top 20.
2018-01-12 12:25:45 Read More

BCCI invites expressions of interest for IPL partner rights

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has invited 'expressions of interest' for the Indian Premier League (IPL) partner rights.
2018-01-12 11:55:29 Read More

National Boxing Championships: Sarjubala, Sonia, Sarita claim gold

Former world silver-medallist Sarjubala Devi (48kg), representing Manipur, claimed the gold as well as the best boxer trophy even as the Railways Sports Promotion Board emerged overall champions in the National Women's Boxing Championships on Saturday.
2018-01-12 11:43:39 Read More

Guardiola and Kane win December Premier League awards

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola was named December's Premier League manager of the month for a record fourth consecutive time, while Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane equalled Steven Gerrard's tally with his sixth player of the month award.
2018-01-12 11:42:53 Read More

Ishant Sharma is too erratic: Former India pacer

"He (Ishant Sharma) has played 78 (79) Test matches, to play 78 (79) Test matches for India is amazing. But I don't think he has ever led from the front and that has been a problem with him," Kulkarni said.
2018-01-12 11:31:13 Read More

Anil Khanna to head IOA Finance Commission

Senior sports administrator Anil Khanna was named Chairman of the Finance Commission of the Indian Olympic Association, which also formed a four-member advisory committee.
2018-01-12 11:04:34 Read More

Mohun Bagan sign Lebanese striker Akram Moghrabi

Struggling Mohun Bagan on Friday announced the signing of Lebanese striker Akram Moghrabi for the remainder of the 2017-18 I-League season.
2018-01-12 10:55:39 Read More

Dominant Kerber to face Barty in Sydney final

Former world number one Angelique Kerber registered her eighth win in as many matches in 2018 with a 6-2, 6-3 victory over Italian qualifier Camila Giorgi as the German advanced to the Sydney International final on Friday.
2018-01-12 10:49:50 Read More

Alberto Puig appointed Repsol Honda team boss

Former racer Alberto Puig has been appointed manager of MotoGP champions Repsol Honda following the departure of Livio Suppo last year.
2018-01-12 10:49:00 Read More

Halep leads host of contenders for Serena's crown

Picking a women's singles champion at the Australian Open could resemble a lucky dip this year with Serena Williams' continued absence again leaving the door ajar.
2018-01-12 10:39:34 Read More

Federer still the man to beat at Melbourne Park

It might be argued that 36-year-old fathers of four have no business winning grand slam titles but try telling that to Roger Federer as the evergreen Swiss bids to claim a record-equalling sixth Australian Open crown in two weeks' time.
2018-01-12 10:34:13 Read More

Under-19 World Cup: An opportunity like never before

​From Kohli to Smith, most modern-day greats have learnt the ropes in the Under-19 World Cup, which has gained significance with every passing edition. The boys not only become men here, they also become household names with millions following the live broadcast of the competition.
2018-01-12 08:49:58 Read More

'Hardik Pandya is nowhere near Kapil Dev'

After his whirlwind innings of 93 in the first Test against South Africa on a difficult track at Cape Town, Hardik Pandya is being hailed as the next Kapil Dev.
2018-01-12 08:27:48 Read More

2nd Test: Don't write off Kohli's India

It may feel like India are on the brink of yet another crippling overseas defeat, but there is hope. Slim, some will rightfully argue, but hope nevertheless.
2018-01-12 08:02:02 Read More

Winning gold in CWG and Asian Games a realistic goal: Manpreet

India men's hockey team captain Manpreet Singh believes that they have the confidence of winning gold at the CWG and Asian Games.
2018-01-12 07:01:16 Read More

Leave outside off-stump deliveries: Borde to Indian batsmen

Former batsman Chandu Borde has some advice for the Indian batsmen who struggled in the first Test in South Africa - stay a bit outside the crease and leave the balls pitched outside the off-stump.
2018-01-12 06:42:00 Read More

'Death bowling' concerns for unbeaten New Zealand

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson has called on his bowlers to be more accurate in the final overs as they look to take an unbeatable lead over Pakistan in the third one-day international in Dunedin on Saturday.
2018-01-12 05:46:50 Read More

Busta beats Ebden to lift Kooyong title

Pablo Carreno Busta beat approaching wet weather to conclude his buildup to the Australian Open with a 6-7 (6/8), 6-4, 6-2 defeat of Matthew Ebden in the final of the Kooyong Classic on Friday.
2018-01-12 05:38:42 Read More

India can't just chop and change in every game: Ganguly

Sourav Ganguly has advised India captain Virat Kohli to maintain his faith in the current batting line-up and avoid tinkering with the team combination.
2018-01-12 05:12:47 Read More

Dakar 2018: Debutant Mena makes light of elements

The Peruvian leg of Dakar 2018 lived up to its billing of being the most demanding examination of the riders' skill and grit.
2018-01-12 03:45:42 Read More

I'm still pressing for my first win: Anirban Lahiri

After a near two-month break, ace Indian golfer Anirban Lahiri is looking to continue from where he left off in November.
2018-01-12 03:34:48 Read More

BCCI members decide to accept few Lodha reforms

A section of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) wants to accept at least a couple of the Lodha reforms, which have been rejected by the Board since the Supreme Court formulated them on July 18, 2016.
2018-01-12 03:17:35 Read More

Messi double helps Barcelona reach King's Cup quarter-finals

Lionel Messi put on a masterclass in front of new recruit Philippe Coutinho as Barcelona trounced Celta Vigo 5-0 on Thursday to ease into the Copa del Rey quarter-finals 6-1 on aggregate.
2018-01-12 03:16:07 Read More

After brawl, Sushil in danger of missing CWG

Sushil Kumar could be suspended and his entry for the April Commonwealth Games withdrawn if Delhi police file a chargesheet against the double Olympic medallist in the case of brawl involving him and fellow wrestler Praveen Rana.
2018-01-12 03:04:24 Read More

As a unit, we were able to create pressure: Jasprit Bumrah

Bumrah says discipline is key for India's pace attack, which has been told to keep it simple.
2018-01-12 02:52:29 Read More

2nd Test: Runs or Ruins in Centurion?

The chief groundsman has a mandate to keep the pitch for second Test lively. However, conditions may not be as extreme as Newlands and India's batting preparations are in overdrive.
2018-01-12 02:46:28 Read More

India seek 'intent' to combat South Africa speed kings

With conditions in the second Test match at Centurion again likely to favour fast bowling, the problem for India is not just how they should execute captain Virat Kohli's strategy -- but who should do it.
2018-01-12 02:44:04 Read More

Asian Games medalist wrestler Sukhchain dies in car accident

Less than a week after five powerlifters, including world champion Saksham Yadav, were killed in a car accident on the Delhi-Haryana border, another road accident on Wednesday evening killed one of India’s best known wrestlers and coaches.
2018-01-11 20:40:13 Read More

Asian Games medalist wrestler Sukhchain dies in car accident

Less than a week after five powerlifters, including world champion Saksham Yadav, were killed in a car accident on the Delhi-Haryana border, another road accident on Wednesday evening killed one of India’s best known wrestlers and coaches.
2018-01-11 20:40:13 Read More

Toppers Hyderabad face Delhi in first PBL semi-final

Hyderabad Hunters backed by sterling displays from B Sai Praneeth and Carolina Marin claimed the top spot in the Premier Badminton League at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium on Thursday.
2018-01-11 17:35:29 Read More

2 run win for Karnataka in controversial circumstances

Karnataka posted a narrow two run win over Hyderabad in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20 South Zone tournament on Thursday amid controversial circumstances.
2018-01-11 17:26:52 Read More

ISL: Lanzarote's double strike helps FC Goa sink Jamshedpur FC

Manuel Lanzarote scored a goal in each half to guide FC Goa to a 2-1 win over Jamshedpur FC in the Indian Super League here on Thursday.
2018-01-11 17:25:11 Read More

UP Dangal eke out a 4-3 win over Punjab Royals in PWL

UP Dangal rode on a heroic performance from former national champion Nitin to eke out a narrow 4-3 win over Punjab Royals in the Pro Wrestling League on Thursday.
2018-01-11 16:42:04 Read More

Federer starts Australian Open as 'clear favourite', say experts

Roger Federer's impressive start to the season at the Hopman Cup dovetailed with question marks over the fitness of his key rivals makes the Swiss legend a 'clear favourite' to retain his Australian Open title, tennis analysts believe.
2018-01-11 16:39:36 Read More

Frenchman Coquelin leaves Arsenal for Valencia

Spanish team Valencia have agreed to sign French midfielder Francis Coquelin from Arsenal, the clubs confirmed on Thursday. Valencia agreed a deal worth 12 million pounds ($16.25 million) for Coquelin, according to British media reports.
2018-01-11 16:15:26 Read More

Hamilton's social silence has the F1 fans talking

Lewis Hamilton's social media posts have long been a talking point in Formula One but the absence of any from the four times world champion so far this year is also attracting attention.
2018-01-11 15:22:02 Read More

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Centurion will be similar to Newlands if not extreme: Markram

South African opener Aiden Markram is of the opinion that the pitch at Supersport Park, although aiding more pace and bounce, will also be good for batsmen. The second Test begins here on Saturday with the hosts leading 1-0 in the three-match series.
2018-01-11 14:38:53 Read More

Sarita, Sonia enter finals of National Women's Boxing Championships

Former world and Asian champion L Sarita Devi (60kg) and world silver-medallist Sonia Lather (57kg) advanced to the finals of the National Women's Boxing Championships on Thursday.
2018-01-11 14:06:59 Read More

If one failure dents confidence, don't deserve to play: Bumrah

India couldn't have hoped for a worst start to a long South African sojourn but pacer Jasprit Bumrah on Thursday asserted that if one debacle dents the team's confidence then it "does not deserve" to play Test cricket.
2018-01-11 13:53:43 Read More

Narain Karthikeyan to stay in Super Formula for a 5th season

India's first Formula One driver Narain Karthikeyan today confirmed that he will race in the Japanese Super Formula for a fifth consecutive season.
2018-01-11 13:16:14 Read More

Asian Games bronze medalist wrestler Sukhchain dies in road accident

Famous wrestler and double bronze medalist in 1974 Tehran Asian Games Sukhchain Singh Cheema was killed in a road accident near Patiala bypass yesterday evening.
2018-01-11 12:55:21 Read More

Qualifier Giorgi ousts Radwanska to set up Kerber clash

Italian qualifier Camila Giorgi continued her impressive run at the Sydney International by racing past Agnieszka Radwanska 6-1 6-2 on Thursday to set up a last four clash with Angelique Kerber.
2018-01-11 12:22:05 Read More

Wellens says asthma inhaler use amounts to 'cheating'

Belgian rider Tim Wellens described the use of anti-asthma inhalers as tantamount to cheating, after four-times Tour de France champion Chris Froome failed a test for Salbutamol during last year's Tour of Spain.
2018-01-11 12:16:36 Read More

VIDEO: Ashwin practicing to be a pace bowler!

R Ashwin who is primarily an offspinner, recently made headlines when reports of him mastering the art of legspin emerged. On several occasions, the 31-year-old has also been seen using the leg-break during international matches. Now, he is trying his hands at seam bowling too. Yup, that's right.
2018-01-11 12:15:07 Read More

Changing Saudi Arabia: Dipika, Joshna recall memorable stay

Not in even her wildest dreams, India's leading squash player Dipika Pallikal imagined that she would visit Saudi Arabia one day but there she was in Riyadh for five days, competing in the first women's PSA event in the kingdom state.
2018-01-11 12:11:39 Read More

It would be an honour to coach Italy, says Mancini

Former Manchester City and Inter Milan coach Roberto Mancini said that he would like to coach Italy's national team, describing the possibility as an honour.
2018-01-11 11:54:07 Read More

Wheelchair-bound athlete honoured for climbing up mountain

A car accident seven years ago stripped professional Hong Kong rock climber Lai Chi-wai of his ability to walk, but this did not stop him climbing up a mountain that is roughly the height of New York's Empire State Building.
2018-01-11 11:16:22 Read More

All-round Arjun Tendulkar sparkles on Australia debut

Arjun Tendulkar, son of legend Sachin Tendulkar, continues to make headlines with his impressive performances. The 18-year-old is currently in Australia to take part in Spirit of Cricket Global Challenge, a competition organised by the Sydney Cricket Ground.
2018-01-11 11:00:20 Read More

Halep faces wild card Aiava in Australian Open first round

Romania's world No.1 Simona Halep will face Australian wild card Destanee Aiava as her first round opponent at the Australian Open, while Thursday's draw could also see her go up against Karolina Pliskova in the quarter-finals.
2018-01-11 10:47:23 Read More

Halep faces wild card Aiava in Australian Open first round

Romania's world No.1 Simona Halep will face Australian wild card Destanee Aiava as her first round opponent at the Australian Open, while Thursday's draw could also see her go up against Karolina Pliskova in the quarter-finals.
2018-01-11 10:47:23 Read More

'King Kazu' inks new Yokohama contract ahead of 51st birthday

Japanese forward Kazuyoshi Miura, who turns 51 next month, has signed a new contract with Yokohama FC, the J-League second division club announced on Thursday.
2018-01-11 09:38:58 Read More

Wishes pour in as Rahul Dravid turns 45

Legendary India batsman Rahul Dravid turns 45 today. A modern day great, Dravid established his reputation as a dependable top-order batsman during his international career that lasted 16 years.
2018-01-11 09:18:10 Read More

Five talking points for India ahead of Centurion Test

Following their defeat to South Africa in the first Test in Cape Town on Monday, India’s think-tank has to make selections based on specific conditions as they bid to keep the three-match series alive heading into the second Test at Centurion starting Saturday.
2018-01-11 08:43:17 Read More

Nadal, Federer seeded first and second for Australian Open

Six-time champion Novak Djokovic will lurk as 14th seed for next week's Australian Open in Melbourne, with Rafael Nadal seeded top, organisers said on Thursday.
2018-01-11 07:37:16 Read More

'World-class' Perth Stadium gets ICC green light

The International Cricket Council on Thursday approved the new Perth Stadium to host all international formats of all the game, formally lowering the curtain on the city's venerable WACA Ground.
2018-01-11 05:22:57 Read More

North Korea's 'army of beauties' set to invade South

With their good looks and sharp moves, North Korea's female cheerleaders are a marked contrast to the regime's menacing nuclear ambitions.
2018-01-11 05:14:47 Read More

No excuse for not getting to 208: Srikanth

Ruing the failure of India’s top-order during the first Test against South Africa at Cape Town, that saw India failed to chase down a target of 208, former India opener Kris Srikkanth stated that the defeat should rank alongside the debacle in Barbados (1996-97), MCG and SCG (85-86) and goes on to show the team’s inability to close out games in overseas conditions.
2018-01-11 05:14:06 Read More

Clouds lift as North Korea boosts Pyeongchang Olympics

Pyeongchang Winter Olympics organisers are entering their final preparations with renewed confidence after neighbouring North Korea ended months of speculation by confirming its attendance, immediately easing fears over security and ticket sales.
2018-01-11 05:03:25 Read More

Clouds lift as North Korea boosts Pyeongchang Olympics

Pyeongchang Winter Olympics organisers are entering their final preparations with renewed confidence after neighbouring North Korea ended months of speculation by confirming its attendance, immediately easing fears over security and ticket sales.
2018-01-11 05:03:25 Read More

Serena absence gives chance for a new superstar to emerge

Women's tennis starts its 2018 campaign with the usual early focus on the Australian Open and a huge question mark over who can fill the yawning gap left by the absence of Serena Williams.
2018-01-11 04:51:36 Read More

Zidane pens new Real Madrid deal until 2020

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane on Wednesday confirmed that he has signed a contract extension which will keep him at the European champions until 2020.
2018-01-11 04:37:22 Read More

A new pitch for 'The Wall': A comic book in Dravid’s life and career

Imagine a diminutive Sunil Gavaskar, with a big fist, portrayed as a ‘supersleuth’ taking down a terrorist gang. Action King Kapil, Superman Sachin, Batman Dhoni, Ironman Kohli, Gayle the Hulk --- cartoons and illustrations of legendary cricketers have always appealed to youngsters across generations.
2018-01-11 04:26:11 Read More

Stokes, Livingstone in England squad for New Zealand Tests

Allrounder Ben Stokes was included in England's 16-man cricket squad for their Test tour of New Zealand on Thursday, while Lancashire batsman Liam Livingstone got his first call up.
2018-01-11 04:20:27 Read More

Evergreen Federer is clear Australian Open favourite

Roger Federer is the "clear favourite" to retain his Australian Open title over an injury-riddled field when the first Grand Slam of the season starts next week in Melbourne, tennis analysts said on Wednesday.
2018-01-11 03:42:08 Read More

12 Punjab players in national hockey team for four-nation tourney

Living up to its reputation of being the Mecca of hockey in the country, Punjab has given 12 players to the 20-member Indian contingent scheduled to participate in a four-nation tournament in Tauranga and Hamilton, New Zealand. India will be up against Olympics runner-up Belgium, Japan and hosts New Zealand in the meet beginning on January 17.
2018-01-11 03:30:48 Read More

Serena says motherhood may make her better player

Look out, women's tennis. Serena Williams isn't quite back on tour, but she says she wants more Grand Slam titles and may be an even better player after becoming a mother.
2018-01-11 03:28:44 Read More

Bring Rahane, Rahul back in playing XI, says More

After the loss in the first Test to South Africa, the question everyone seems to be asking is: What changes will the Indian team management make - in its arsenal and strategy - to get back into the three-Test series.
2018-01-11 03:21:37 Read More

Chelsea frustrated by Arsenal stalemate

Chelsea wasted a chance to take control of their League Cup semi-final against Arsenal as the misfiring Blues were forced to settle for a 0-0 draw in Wednesday's first leg.
2018-01-11 03:10:45 Read More

Blas Fernandez likely to begin 4th stint as national boxing coach

Blas Iglesias Fernandez, the man credited with playing a key role in the rise of boxing in the country in the past two decades, is returning back to his favourite coaching role with the national team. TOI has reliably learnt that the 62-year-old Cuban, who along with former national coach Gurbax Singh Sandhu, shaped the careers of Dingko Singh, Akhil Kumar and Vijender Singh among others, has been recalled by the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) to coach the senior men’s national team, keeping in mind the forthcoming Commonwealth and Asian Games and the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
2018-01-11 03:09:15 Read More

Unwell Ishant made way for Bhuvneshwar in 1st Test

On the morning of January 5, the first day of the Test match in Cape Town, Ishant Sharma woke up with a severe headache, bordering on the feverish. In a couple of hours, he was expected to buckle-up for the game scheduled 10.30 am local time. Things just did not fall in place.
2018-01-11 02:40:59 Read More

2nd Test: KL Rahul to replace Shikhar Dhawan

Benching Lokesh Rahul to open with Shikhar Dhawan and Murali Vijay; benching Ajinkya Rahane at No. 5 and opting for Rohit Sharma; and not roping in the tall Ishant Sharma to take advantage of the Newlands wicket still remain a topic of discussion and will continue to, perhaps, until the start of the second Test.
2018-01-11 02:25:02 Read More

PBL: Delhi Dashers down North Eastern Warriors to seal semi-final spot

Delhi Dashers threw their hats into the semi-final ring of the third Premier Badminton League by upstaging North Eastern Warriors in the first match of the Hyderabad-leg at the Gachibowli Stadium here on Wednesday.
2018-01-10 17:43:26 Read More

Blasters on fire as Hume hat-trick sinks Delhi Dynamos 3-1

Canadian striker Iain Hume struck a hat-trick as Kerala Blasters won their first game on road beating a hapless Delhi Dynamos 3-1 in a ninth round Indian Super League encounter, on Wednesday.
2018-01-10 17:33:34 Read More

PWL: Haryana Hammers outplay Veer Marathas 5-2

Rio Olympics gold medalist Helen Maroulis and Harphool won their bouts in contrasting fashion as Haryana Hammers kicked off their PWL campaign in style by beating new entrants Veer Marathas 5-2, on Wednesday.
2018-01-10 17:26:06 Read More

Deepak Malik fires India to big win in Blind Cricket World Cup opener

Haryana boy Deepak Malik scored an unbeaten 179 off 103 balls as India beat Sri Lanka by six wickets in their opening match of the ODI Blind Cricket World Cup in the UAE on Wednesday.
2018-01-10 15:58:55 Read More

Fear was my strongest emotion with my father: Manjrekar

The strongest emotion he had felt in the company of his father Vijay, also a cricketer who played for nearly a decade for India, was fear, said ex-Test player Sanjay Manjrekar at the launch of his autobiography "Imperfect" on Wednesday.
2018-01-10 15:43:16 Read More

India's chance of comeback is around 30%, says Sehwag

Former opener Virender Sehwag reckons that India now only have around "30 per cent chance" of making a comeback in the three-Test series against South Africa after losing the opening encounter by 72 runs.
2018-01-10 15:24:32 Read More

French cycling hero retires at 106

The decision to quit comes a year after the tenacious sportsman set what was widely billed as a world record for the over-105s category: he completed 22.528 km (14.08 miles) in one hour.
2018-01-10 15:20:48 Read More

F1: Kvyat joins Ferrari as development driver

Red Bull reject Daniil Kvyat has joined Ferrari as a development driver, the F1 team announced. The 23-year-old Russian was dropped by Red Bull-owned Toro Rosso last season after he had previously lost his place at the Red Bull Racing senior team to young Dutch sensation Max Verstappen.
2018-01-10 14:19:24 Read More

ISL Live Score: Delhi Dynamos vs Kerala Blasters

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2018-01-10 14:13:26 Read More

IPL auction in mind, Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy reverts to old format

In a bid to give domestic players more chance to showcase their skills to potential bidders, the BCCI has decided to revert to the inter-state knock-out format for the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
2018-01-10 13:58:13 Read More

Copenhagen steers toward Formula One race in 2020

Formula One drivers could be racing over bridges and around the streets of inner Copenhagen by 2020 under advanced plans presented to the sport's owners by a Danish consortium.
2018-01-10 13:54:31 Read More

Pakistan recall Shehzad, ignore Kamran for New Zealand T20s

Pakistan on Wednesday recalled Ahmed Shehzad for their three-match Twenty20 series against New Zealand later this month, but selectors ignored Kamran Akmal despite his recent form in domestic matches.
2018-01-10 13:48:32 Read More

Afghan teenager breaks Don Bradman's record

The 18-year-old Shah amassed 1,096 runs from seven matches and 12 innings with whopping average of 121.77, bettering Australian legend Sir Don Bradman's average of 95.14 in First Class cricket, the highest for cricketers with more than 1,000 runs.
2018-01-10 13:39:22 Read More

Sarita, Sonia enter semi-finals of National Boxing

Former world champion L Sarita Devi (60kg) and Asian silver-medallist Sonia Lather (57kg) advanced to the semi-finals after clinching facile quarter-final wins at the National Women's Boxing Championships, on Wednesday.
2018-01-10 12:37:25 Read More

Bach holds talks with North Korean IOC member over Pyeongchang Olympics

Olympic chief Thomas Bach held talks with North Korea's IOC member Chang Ung on Wednesday on the practicalities of sending athletes to next month's Winter Olympics in the South.
2018-01-10 12:36:03 Read More

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India to take on Russia in first WSB clash

India will be up against Russia in their first clash of the World Series of Boxing (WSB) next month, a much-anticipated return to the semi-professional event sanctioned by the International Boxing Association (AIBA).
2018-01-10 12:10:07 Read More

Yuki and Ramkumar advance in Australian Open qualifiers

India's top singles players Yuki Bhambri and Ramkumar Ramanathan came from behind to win their respective matches at the Australian Open qualifiers but it was end of the road for Sumit Nagal and Prajnesh Gunneswaran.
2018-01-10 11:59:38 Read More

Cuba, Russia to take part in India Open boxing

The best of international boxing, including traditional powerhouses such as Cuba and Russia, will be in action at the richest boxing tournament ever in the country - the $100,000 India Open starting January 28.
2018-01-10 11:43:39 Read More

Mithali to lead Indian team in South Africa

Mithali Raj was named captain of the Indian women cricket team that will travel to South Africa for a three-match away ODI series next month.
2018-01-10 11:16:56 Read More

All problems addressed, athletes satisfied: Hockey India CEO

Asserting that issues plaguing the Senior Men's National Championship in Imphal have been addressed, Hockey India CEO Elena Norman said the players will vouch for the effort the national body has put in.
2018-01-10 11:03:24 Read More

India to play T20Is in Ireland before England tour

The Indian cricket team will travel to Ireland to play two T20Is prior to their tour of England in July. The two T20Is will be held in Dublin on June 27 and June 29, 2018, stated a BCCI release.
2018-01-10 10:47:47 Read More

Muguruza out of Sydney International with thigh injury

Wimbledon champion Garbine Muguruza has withdrawn with an injury from her second consecutive tournament to start the new year. Muguruza, who retired in the third set from her first match at the Brisbane International last week with leg cramps, beat Kiki Bertens 6-3, 7-6 (6) to advance to quarters.
2018-01-10 10:29:55 Read More

Sarita elected women boxers' representative in BFI EC

Former world and Asian champion L Sarita Devi was today elected representative of women boxers in the national federation's Executive Council.
2018-01-10 09:21:00 Read More

Hardik Pandya could develop into a fantastic asset: Lance Klusener

"I thought his knock in India's first innings was fantastic. His batting was excellent in the way he reversed pressure and put it back on South Africa. He is going to be fantastic for India," Klusener said.
2018-01-10 08:00:14 Read More

Rahul Dravid's son scores century for school team

Samit Dravid and Aryan Joshi scored match-winning centuries for Mallya Aditi International School as they defeated Vivekananda School by a massive margin of 412 runs in the Karnataka State Cricket Association's (KSCA) BTR Cup Under-14 tournament.
2018-01-10 06:30:58 Read More

U19 WC: Will Shaw-Dravid combo prove successful for India?

Hopes will be high from the Indian squad led by Prithvi Shaw at the 2018 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup, who start their campaign against Australia on January 14.
2018-01-10 06:03:08 Read More

Australian Open: Charge of the NextGen

With injury clouds hanging over some of the top names in the game, here are five young men who could take advantage by winning their first Grand Slam title in Melbourne....
2018-01-10 03:45:09 Read More

Peru dunes prove tricky challenge for Santosh

CS Santosh reckoned he hadn’t seen dunes as high and deep as the ones the competitors encountered here.
2018-01-10 02:38:15 Read More

Peru dunes prove tricky challenge for Santosh

CS Santosh reckoned he hadn’t seen dunes as high and deep as the ones the competitors encountered here.
2018-01-10 02:38:15 Read More

Aanchal gives India its 1st int’l medal in skiing

Manali resident Aanchal Thakur made history on Tuesday by winning India’s first-ever international medal in skiing. The 21-year-old clinched bronze in the coveted Alpine Ejder 3200 Cup organised by the Fédération Internationale de Ski (FIS) — skiing’s international governing body — at the Palandoken Ski Centre in Erzurum in Turkey. She won the medal in the slalom race category.
2018-01-10 02:36:34 Read More

Bumrah's Test debut vindication of team management's faith

Bumrah's debut show at Newlands vindicates team management’s decision to hand him Test cap.
2018-01-10 02:30:47 Read More

No. 2-ranked Para powerlifter Sakina ignored for CWG

The Paralympics Committee of India (PCI) has ignored Sakina - the only woman para-athlete in India’s history to win a medal at the CWG (bronze in lightweight category in Glasgow) till date - while picking the contingent for the CWG
2018-01-10 02:19:10 Read More

Dhawan-Vijay opening act under scanner for second Test

India may need to rethink the Dhawan-Vijay combination at the top as the team heads to Centurion.
2018-01-10 02:06:15 Read More

PBL: Prannoy stars as Ahmedabad Smash Masters make semis

HS Prannoy and Tai Tzu Ying flexed their muscles when it mattered most as they led Ahmedabad Smash Masters to a comprehensive 5-0 win over Mumbai Rockets at Nehru Indoor Stadium here on Tuesday.
2018-01-09 17:08:58 Read More

Sakshi leads Mumbai Maharathi to victory in opening PWL tie

The season three of the Pro Wrestling League got off to a lukewarm start with a modest crowd turnout and top draw Sushil Kumar not making his tournament debut after the opposition blocked the 74kg category.
2018-01-09 16:32:28 Read More

I earn more playing for Bengaluru than Stabaek: Gurpreet

He is the only Indian to get a start in Europa League game but the country's numero uno goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu revealed that Bengaluru FC pays him much more than what he used to get at Norwegian club Stabaek FC.
2018-01-09 15:09:05 Read More

North Korea participation 'great step forward' for Olympics: IOC

North Korea's decision to take part in the Winter Olympics in the South was a "great step forward", IOC chief Thomas Bach said on Tuesday.
2018-01-09 14:17:52 Read More

Reunions and introductions for Coutinho at Barcelona

Philippe Coutinho met his new Barcelona team-mates for the first time on Tuesday following the completion of his 160 million-euro ($192 million) move to the Camp Nou.
2018-01-09 13:46:15 Read More

Yuvraj scores fifty in Punjab's thrilling two-run win vs Delhi

Yuvraj Singh and Gautam Gambhir began their quest to get fresh IPL contracts in earnest, hitting half-centuries, as Punjab pipped Delhi by two runs in a marquee North Zone encounter of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
2018-01-09 13:14:56 Read More

Zidane named French coach of the year

Real Madrid may have ended the year badly, but Zinedine Zidane has been named French coach of 2017 for leading the club to a Liga and Champions League double.
2018-01-09 12:52:05 Read More

Ignored Rahane, Rahul train at Newlands as SA coach fires pace warning

The ignored trio of KL Rahul, Ajinkya Rahane and Ishant Sharma were part of an optional practice session at Newlands, even as South Africa coach Ottis Gibson warned they would continue to torment India with pace.
2018-01-09 12:40:51 Read More

Rabada becomes No. 1 Test bowler, Kohli slips to third

Kagiso Rabada has become the number one ranked bowler in the ICC Test Rankings after helping South Africa to a 72-run victory over India in the first Test of the three-match series at Newlands on Monday.
2018-01-09 11:54:15 Read More

I have achieved everything; it's tough to set new goals: Paes

At 44, with 18 Grand Slam titles and an Olympic medal in his cupboard, Leander Paes is finding it "tough to set new goals" but still spent his off-season getting stronger to remain relevant in modern day tennis, which is being dominated by brute power.
2018-01-09 11:29:58 Read More

Atwal sought Tiger's advice after being named Asia captain

Arjun Atwal turned to his close friend Tiger Woods for a word of advice soon after being appointed captain of Team Asia for the third edition of the EurAsia Cup.
2018-01-09 11:02:59 Read More

Australia triumph over limited but willing England

Seven weeks of intense Ashes battle across Australia ended, as most of them have over the last three decades, with the hosts revelling in a comprehensive series triumph after an emphatic victory at the Sydney Cricket Ground.
2018-01-09 10:53:48 Read More

Bartoli looking forward to return to court

Former Wimbledon champion Marion Bartoli just wants to enjoy herself and play big matches when she returns to competitive tennis in March after more than four years in retirement.
2018-01-09 10:41:49 Read More

Bartoli looking forward to return to court

Former Wimbledon champion Marion Bartoli just wants to enjoy herself and play big matches when she returns to competitive tennis in March after more than four years in retirement.
2018-01-09 10:41:49 Read More

Feel no pressure to score, says Jeakson Singh

His name has been etched in Indian football history for scoring the country's first ever World Cup goal but Jeakson Singh does not feel any additional pressure to score in the Hero I-League.
2018-01-09 10:35:38 Read More

2018 ICC U-19 World Cup: India beat South Africa in warm-up match

A four-wicket haul by Bengal pacer Ishan Porel helped India notch up a massive 189-run win over South Africa in a warm-up match ahead of the U-19 World Cup on Tuesday.
2018-01-09 09:28:42 Read More

Should have been more careful with medications: Yusuf Pathan

"In hindsight, I should have been more careful and checked the status of the medications with BCCI's dedicated Anti-Doping Helpline," Indian all-rounder Yusuf Pathan said in a statement on Tuesday.
2018-01-09 08:53:25 Read More

Plan was to keep Virat Kohli quiet, says Philander

"Virat is a quality player, and the key thing is to keep him quiet, and make sure that we set him up with the other one. I always knew I had the one coming back!" said Vernon Philander, who took a career-best six for 42.
2018-01-09 08:21:40 Read More

Yusuf Pathan suspended for 5 months on doping violation

The BCCI, hours after it was reported that it had instructed the Baroda Cricket Association to not select him for the recently concluded Ranji Trophy, released a statement Tuesday revealing that the 35-year-old had “inadvertently ingested a prohibited substance, which can be commonly found in cough syrups.”
2018-01-09 08:18:01 Read More

Guptill blasts New Zealand to eight-wicket win against Pakistan

Martin Guptill belted New Zealand to an eight-wicket win over Pakistan in a rain-shortened second one-day international in Nelson on Tuesday.
2018-01-09 07:23:28 Read More

I'll be up and running in six weeks: Dale Steyn

Unruffled by yet another injury breakdown, South African pacer Dale Steyn says he is hoping to be up and running in the next six weeks after recovering from the muscle tear in his left heel which has ruled him out of the ongoing Test series against India.
2018-01-09 06:57:55 Read More

Djokovic leads walking wounded at Australian Open

Twelve-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic headlines a list of walking wounded at the Australian Open, with the Serb desperate to get back to winning ways after six months out injured.
2018-01-09 05:56:34 Read More

Federer eyes fresh 'fairytale' as Slam rivals struggle

Roger Federer is coming off an extraordinary 2017, when he won a fifth Australian Open title and a record eighth at Wimbledon, and there could be yet more glory with a depleted field of top contenders in Melbourne.
2018-01-09 05:32:59 Read More

BCCI asked Baroda not to pick Yusuf Pathan after failing dope test

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) asked the state association of Baroda not to pick former Indian international Yusuf Pathan for the recently concluded Ranji Trophy season, after the allrounder was tested positive for a banned substance Terbutaline during the tournament last year.
2018-01-09 05:26:38 Read More

Ponting named Australia assistant coach for T20s

Ricky Ponting will be an assistant coach during Australia's Twenty20 international series against England and New Zealand next month, Cricket Australia said on Tuesday.
2018-01-09 05:19:47 Read More

Australia impatient for home champion at Melbourne Park

For a tournament branded the "happy slam" by Roger Federer, the Australian Open has given little cheer to home players.
2018-01-09 04:27:56 Read More

Wawrinka gives Australian Open huge boost

Former champion Stan Wawrinka gave Australian Open organisers a massive boost on Tuesday when he told reporters he was feeling "really positive" about the new season and was keen to get back on court.
2018-01-09 04:17:38 Read More

Wenger eyes new recruits as troubled Arsenal face Chelsea test

Arsene Wenger has warned his Arsenal flops that new recruits are on the way as the furious Gunners boss prepares for Wednesday's League Cup semi-final against Chelsea.
2018-01-09 04:07:20 Read More

Brighton beat Crystal Palace on VAR debut

Substitute Glenn Murray grabbed Brighton and Hove Albion a 2-1 FA Cup third-round victory over rivals Crystal Palace on Monday as video technology made its bow in England.
2018-01-09 03:59:51 Read More

2018 ICC U-19 World Cup: India U-19 team guide

India U-19s have been placed in pool B with Australia, Zimbabwe and Papua New Guinea. All of their group stage matches are day-night fixtures and will be played at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui.
2018-01-09 03:54:11 Read More

Seamers Olivier, Ngidi added to South Africa squad

Fast bowlers Duanne Olivier and Lungi Ngidi have been added to the South African squad for the second Test against India, starting in Centurion on Saturday, following the injury which has ruled Dale Steyn out of the rest of the series.
2018-01-09 03:50:14 Read More

Fans can expect fireworks in PWL 3: Sushil Kumar

he third edition of the Pro Wrestling League (PWL) will see Greco-Roman grapplers in action for the first time, in addition to freestyle wrestling, when the season commences in the first week of January next year.
2018-01-09 02:59:40 Read More

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Sreejesh back in team for four-nation tournament in New Zealand

The tournament will mark the return of seasoned goalkeeper PR Sreejesh who was out of action due to a knee injury he sustained at the Sultan Azlan Shah tournament in May last year.
2018-01-09 02:59:18 Read More

Rohit, Bumrah's selection surprised Faf du Plessis too

"We were surprised yes. We didn't think that Jasprit Bumrah would have played. We know that he's done really well in one-day cricket but we were preparing more for the other seamers because they've played a lot of Tests," South Africa captain Faf du Plessis said.
2018-01-09 02:51:45 Read More

No Indian skiers at Winter Olympics as Auli meet postponed

As many as 26 skiers from Europe and 90 from India were expected to compete in the championship which would allow winners to participate in the 2018 Winter Olympics.
2018-01-09 02:46:20 Read More

Air of discontent in Delhi camp ahead of Syed Mushtaq Ali match

The mood in the Delhi team ahead of their first Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 match - against Punjab on Tuesday at the Kotla - appeared to be low-key, unlike the atmosphere one witnessed in the bunch which played the Ranji final about a week back.
2018-01-09 02:26:13 Read More

1st Test: Kohli rues India's abject batting

It was India’s batting on Day Four, falling prey to the pace, bounce and swing of South Africa lethal attack, that led to the eventual 72-run loss.
2018-01-09 02:20:08 Read More

1st Test: India surrender to Philander's career-best in Cape Town

Vernon Philander's career-best figures of 6/42 rolled India over for 135 in their second innings allowing South Africa to win the match by 72 runs and go 1-0 up in the series.
2018-01-09 02:07:23 Read More

1st Test: Familiar batting woes jolt India out of Cape Town dream

Set 208 with five sessions to go at Newlands, India combusted for 135. Their third lowest target failed to chase down (Barbados, you remain in hallowed territory).
2018-01-08 15:39:45 Read More

Real Madrid close in on signing Bilbao goalie Kepa

Goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga has passed his medical at Real Madrid and is set to complete his 20 million euros ($24 million) transfer from Bilbao, Spanish media reported on Friday.
2018-01-05 11:46:04 Read More

Sharapova suffers Shenzhen semi-final defeat

Former world number one Maria Sharapova was dumped out in the semi-finals of the Shenzhen Open, losing in three sets to holder Katerina Siniakova of the Czech Republic on Friday.
2018-01-05 11:02:05 Read More

Wenger sticking to his guns in penalty row

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger remains unrepentant over recent comments about penalty decisions against the Gunners after the FA asked the Frenchman to clarify his position.
2018-01-05 10:37:37 Read More

Be as consistent as Indian selectors: Butt, Akmal to Pakistan panel

Former Pakistan captain Salman Butt and discarded wicketkeeper-batsman Kamran Akmal have called on Pakistan selectors to show the same consistency as their Indian counterparts do while picking the national team.
2018-01-05 09:43:09 Read More

Crane takes comfort in Warne's Test debut

Young English leg-spinner Mason Crane was encouraged by his first bowling stint in Test cricket in Sydney on Friday and hoping for a better return than legendary Shane Warne's unflattering Test debut.
2018-01-05 09:11:59 Read More

Forget about playing India in near future: Miandad to PCB

Pakistan's former captain and coach Javed Miandad has called on his country's Cricket Board to forget about playing India in the near future and instead focus on improving the game's structure.
2018-01-05 09:04:41 Read More

Live updates: India vs SA, 1st Test, Day 1

Check live cricket score, cricket scorecard & ball by ball commentary of India vs South Africa 1st Test on Times of India
2018-01-05 08:53:50 Read More

White-ball specialist Bumrah bolts into Test XI

​ Bumrah’s name was not discussed much, which takes nothing away from his potential as a Test bowler. While he is the No 1 ranked bowler in T20Is and third in ODIs, and the leader of India’s bowling attack in limited-overs cricket, he was with the Test squad for the first time and had not bowled with a red ball since January 2017, when he helped his state team Gujarat into the Ranji Trophy final. When it came time for Virat Kohli to speak at the toss, it was revealed that Bumrah, at 24 the youngest in India’s squad, had been preferred over Ishant, with 77 Tests to his credit, Bhuvneshwar and Shami as India opted for three fast bowlers, Pandya and R Ashwin as the spinner.
2018-01-05 08:24:10 Read More

Live score: India v South Africa, 1st Test, Day 1

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2018-01-05 07:34:55 Read More

Smith milestone as Aussies chip away at England lead

Steve Smith racked up another milestone as he continued to torment England and Usman Khawaja neared a century to put Australia in a strong position after day two of the final Ashes Test in Sydney on Friday.
2018-01-05 07:24:36 Read More

Salah goes from Chelsea flop to African king

It took Liverpool and Egypt star Mohamed Salah just three years to transform from a Chelsea reject to being crowned African Player of the Year in Ghana Thursday.
2018-01-05 06:16:00 Read More

Striking balance as skipper and batsman key for Kohli: Ganguly

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly believes that Virat Kohli’s form with the bat in South Africa will be the key for the team to put up a stern challenge against the World No. 2 Test side, South Africa. The first Test starts Friday at Newlands, Cape Town and according to Ganguly, it will be important for the Indian skipper to strike a balance as skipper and a batsman.
2018-01-05 05:36:41 Read More

Concern over Steyn's participation: Sunil Gavaskar

Former India captain and batsman Sunil Gavaskar, in his column for TOI, voiced concern over Dale Steyn’s participation, pointing out that the fast bowler's long absence from the game may not be in the best interest of South Africa.
2018-01-05 05:23:05 Read More

South African pace attack not too menacing: Kris Srikanth

Former Indian opener Kris Srikkanth has backed Virat Kohli’s team to “push South Africa out of their comfort zone” in the much-anticipated Test series that starts today in Cape Town, while opining that the home team’s experienced pace attack can be negotiated by the Indian batsmen.
2018-01-05 05:09:04 Read More

Real Madrid spot on while Barcelona held to cup draw

Two penalties helped Real Madrid to a healthy 3-0 win in the first leg of their Copa Del Rey tie with second-tier Numancia on Thursday, while Barcelona were held to a 1-1 draw as the La Liga giants rested their stars.
2018-01-05 04:42:55 Read More

Excited Tiger Woods set to play at Torrey Pines, Riviera

Former world number one Tiger Woods announced on Thursday he will play his first US PGA Tour event of 2018 in three weeks at Torrey Pines and another three weeks later at Riviera.
2018-01-05 04:31:02 Read More

Son's gem saves Spurs after Obiang stunner

Son Heung-Min's stunning strike cancelled out Pedro Obiang's thunderbolt as Tottenham salvaged a 1-1 draw against London rivals West Ham on Thursday.
2018-01-05 04:21:15 Read More

Five reasons India can dare to dream In South Africa

World No. 1 India takes on No. 2 South Africa in an eagerly awaited 3-Test series, beginning in Cape Town today. India was dominant in 2017, swatting Australia and Bangladesh at home and Sri Lanka both in Lanka and India.
2018-01-05 04:18:16 Read More

Sarfaraz, the biggest surprise in IPL retentions

India skipper Virat Kohli became the costliest player to be retained when the Royal Challengers Bangalore paid a whopping Rs17 crore, even as his predecessor Mahendra Singh Dhoni returned to the Chennai Super Kings.
2018-01-05 03:42:37 Read More

Exclusive: Axelsen, Srikanth on what it takes to succeed in badminton

It's not often that four giants of modern badminton are in a room together, talking sport. So when World No. 1 Viktor Axelsen, World No. 3 Kidambi Srikanth, World No. 10 HS Prannoy and mixed doubles specialist Chris Adcock agreed to meet in TOI's offices for a chat, we knew we were in for a treat.
2018-01-05 03:15:55 Read More

'Super close' Serena Williams out of Australian Open

"After competing in Abu Dhabi I realised that although I am super close, I'm not where I personally want to be," the 36-year-old said in a statement. "My coach and team always said 'only go to tournaments when you are prepared to go all the way'.
2018-01-05 03:02:57 Read More

India need to hit ground running in the first Test

As much as this India's tour of South Africa, starting today, is busy making a pitch for itself to get billed as perhaps the series of the year, the pitch itself that's been laid out at the Newlands cricket stadium isn't saying much.
2018-01-05 02:52:30 Read More

IPL: Gambhir, Gayle amid surprising non-retentions

On Thursday, the eight franchises participating in the 2018 edition of the Indian Premier League confirmed the players they sought to retain for the 11th season of the lucrative Twenty20 league. Some picks were obvious, some surprising.
2018-01-05 02:49:35 Read More

IPL 2018: MS Dhoni returns to CSK, RCB retain Virat Kohli

One of the notable names not to be retained is long-time Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Gautam Gambhir, who is now back in the auction pool with West Indians Sunil Narine and Andre Russell being the Shah Rukh Khan co-owned franchise's two picks.
2018-01-05 02:48:40 Read More

Virat's advice helped me when I was injured: Sarfaraz

Currently with the Uttar Pradesh team in Lucknow, Sarfaraz reacted in an emotional manner after being retained by the RCB along with top stars like India skipper Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers.
2018-01-05 02:33:24 Read More

Live score: 5th Ashes Test, Australia vs England, Day 2

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2018-01-05 02:24:27 Read More

ISL: Kerala Blasters earn a draw against Pune City

Kerala Blasters looked dead and buried at the halfway mark. It was an inspired substitution by David James, the Englishman who has returned as coach of the Kerala side after three years, that changed the whole complexion of the match.
2018-01-04 17:36:26 Read More

Mourinho says talk of Manchester United departure is 'garbage'

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has dismissed speculation about his future at the Premier League club, saying he would like a long-term stay at Old Trafford provided the team's owners are happy with his input.
2018-01-04 17:08:11 Read More

Mourinho says talk of Manchester United departure is 'garbage'

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has dismissed speculation about his future at the Premier League club, saying he would like a long-term stay at Old Trafford provided the team's owners are happy with his input.
2018-01-04 17:08:11 Read More

Rahane may get axe from playing XI for poor home run

The lure to play an extra bowler in Hardik Pandya along with an in-form Rohit Sharma in the opening Test against South Africa has cast doubts over Ajinkya Rahane's place in the playing XI despite having the best away record among the current crop of batsmen.
2018-01-04 16:27:35 Read More

Flying Federer leads Swiss into Hopman final

Roger Federer's early season confidence is soaring after he led Switzerland into the Hopman Cup final with another masterclass against top-10 rival Jack Sock at the mixed teams tournament in Perth on Thursday.
2018-01-04 16:20:35 Read More

Ankita Raina to lead India's challenge in Fed Cup

The country's top singles player, Ankita Raina, will lead the Indian challenge at Asia/Oceania Group I in Fed Cup, to be hosted in New Delhi's DLTA from February 7 to 10.
2018-01-04 16:07:14 Read More

Prannoy braces for 'fight' to clinch India berth

He not only defeated both Lee Chong Wei and Olympic champion Chen Long in consecutive matches in Indonesian Open but also won the US Open Grand Prix defeating compatriot Parupalli Kashyap.
2018-01-04 16:00:54 Read More

Cape Town is India's best chance to win, says Ajay Jadeja

Former cricketer Ajay Jadeja feels the first Test against South Africa, starting in the friendly conditions of Cape Town on Friday, will provide India the best chance to record a win in the three-match series.
2018-01-04 15:57:11 Read More

IPL: Gambhir, Gayle amid surprising non-retentions

On Thursday, the eight franchises participating in the 2018 edition of the Indian Premier League confirmed the players they sought to retain for the 11th season of the lucrative Twenty20 league. Some picks were obvious, some surprising.
2018-01-04 14:54:12 Read More

Indian team skips practice, Kohli skips media session

The Indian cricket team on Thursday skipped the optional practice session ahead of the opening Test against South Africa, while skipper Virat Kohli also gave the pre-match press briefing a miss, a noticeable departure from convention for a bilateral engagement.
2018-01-04 14:37:54 Read More

WATCH: Dhoni, Raina, Jadeja signing their CSK contracts

The prodigal sons have returned. Chennai Super Kings on Thursday announced they have retained MS Dhoni, Suresh Raina and Ravindra Jadeja during an event in Mumbai.
2018-01-04 14:24:01 Read More

IPL 2018: MS Dhoni returns to CSK, RCB retain Virat Kohli

MS Dhoni was back at his 'spiritual home' Chennai Super Kings while Royal Challengers Bangalore retained India captain Virat Kohli during the much-publicised yet predictable Indian Premier League retentions here this evening.
2018-01-04 14:11:41 Read More

Ricky Ponting appointed Delhi Daredevils head coach

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has been named as the new head coach of Indian Premier League franchise Delhi Daredevils.
2018-01-04 13:18:05 Read More

We have a score to settle with India: Faf du Plessis

South African skipper Faf du Plessis ratcheted up the rhetoric on the eve of the much- anticipated opening Test against India, saying they have a "score to settle" with the World No. 1.
2018-01-04 12:52:35 Read More

Sri Lanka sack ODI skipper Thisara Perera

Sri Lanka on Thursday ousted Thisara Perera as one-day captain and said it would announce a replacement next week. Perera took on the job in late November, succeeding Upul Tharanga, who was sacked after a series of losses.
2018-01-04 12:29:51 Read More

Ind vs SA: All the important stats you should know

NEW DELHI: India begin their tour of South Africa with the first Test from Friday in Newlands, Cape Town. The two teams will square off in three Tests, six ODIs and three T20Is between January 5 and February 24, 2018.
2018-01-04 11:20:41 Read More

Pacers need to make tracks conducive for Ashwin: Tendulkar

South Africa is not known for producing spin-friendly tracks and that's why Sachin Tendulkar wants Indian pacers to create "enough rough" on the Newlands pitch for R Ashwin, something that Zaheer Khan did for Harbhajan Singh in 2010-11.
2018-01-04 11:00:21 Read More

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SC directs BCCI to bring Bihar back to Ranji fold

The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) to allow the state team of Bihar to compete in India’s premier domestic competition, Ranji Trophy, and other domestic tournaments from next season onwards.
2018-01-04 09:39:37 Read More

Sharapova eases into Shenzhen semi-finals

Russian former world number one Maria Sharapova marched into the semi-finals of the Shenzhen Open on Thursday with a comfortable 6-3, 6-3 victory over Zarina Diyas of Kazakhstan.
2018-01-04 09:11:28 Read More

Root falls short of elusive century as Aussies hit back late

England skipper Joe Root again missed out on an elusive first century in the series as Australia fought back with two late wickets on the opening day of the fifth Test on Thursday.
2018-01-04 09:03:18 Read More

Injured Andy Murray pulls out from Australian Open

Former world number one Andy Murray withdrew from the Australian Open on Thursday after failing to recover from a hip injury, joining injured Japanese star Kei Nishikori on the sidelines.
2018-01-04 07:23:37 Read More

1st Test: Can Virat Kohli’s India upstage bustling South Africa?

Virat Kohli’s team will back itself to become the first from India to win a Test series on South African soil, coming as it does off a superb last two years and with players in form and high on confidence, but history tells us that the challenge is mighty.
2018-01-04 07:15:21 Read More

When Tendulkar hit 50th Test ton

On December 19, 2010 against South Africa at Centurion, Sachin Tendulkar became the first batsman to score 50 centuries in Test cricket.
2018-01-04 07:07:00 Read More

Muguruza gets Sydney wildcard after Brisbane pull-out

World number two Garbine Muguruza accepted a wildcard into the Sydney International on Thursday to get match fit after retiring with severe cramp from a tournament this week.
2018-01-04 06:07:00 Read More

Muguruza gets Sydney wildcard after Brisbane pull-out

World number two Garbine Muguruza accepted a wildcard into the Sydney International on Thursday to get match fit after retiring with severe cramp from a tournament this week.
2018-01-04 06:07:00 Read More

Fatigued FC Goa hold ATK 1-1 in midnight drama

FC Goa shook off a day-long ordeal to play out a valiant 1-1 draw against defending champions ATK in a delayed Indian Super League match that got over well past midnight under unforeseen circumstances at the Salt Lake Stadium.
2018-01-04 05:52:47 Read More

Klopp juggles Coutinho, Salah, Van Dijk for Everton tie

Mohamed Salah's fitness, Philippe Coutinho's future and Virgil van Dijk's arrival are the three key issues facing Liverpool as they prepare to host neighbours Everton in the FA Cup's outstanding third-round tie on Friday.
2018-01-04 05:31:27 Read More

Wenger rages at 'farcical' penalty, vows to fight charge

Arsene Wenger slammed the "farcical" penalty decision that cost Arsenal in their thrilling 2-2 draw against Chelsea and vowed to fight a Football Association charge in his latest furious attack on the authorities.
2018-01-04 05:22:24 Read More

Will Ronda Rousey be part of the Women’s Royal Rumble?

For all of 2016 and 2017, the one stand out thing for WWE has been their emphasis on women’s revolution, which, as it is being acknowledged now, has transformed into women’s evolution. And in 2018, the next step to that evolution will take place at WWE’s first pay-per-view of the year, The Royal Rumble, featuring the first-ever women’s Royal Rumble.
2018-01-04 05:20:32 Read More

Chris Gayle still has much to offer West Indies: Stuart Law

West Indies cricket coach Stuart Law has defended out-of-form batsman Chris Gayle, saying critics who suggest his international career may be over "write him off at your peril."
2018-01-04 05:00:08 Read More

India v SA: Five questions for India ahead of Cape Town Test

The key issues facing India ahead of the first Test match against South Africa starting January 5 at Newlands.
2018-01-04 04:40:34 Read More

Nishikori out of Australian Open, Djokovic races clock

Injured Japanese star Kei Nishikori pulled out of the Australian Open Thursday, while Novak Djokovic says he will test his problem elbow at an exhibition before deciding whether to play.
2018-01-04 04:13:20 Read More

Bellerin strikes late to rescue Arsenal in Chelsea thriller

Hector Bellerin came to Arsenal's rescue as the defender's last-gasp strike earned a dramatic 2-2 draw in a heated London derby against Chelsea on Wednesday.
2018-01-04 04:00:23 Read More

IPL: Kohli, Dhoni set to be retained by RCB and CSK respectively

Keen to get their association with the Indian Premier League (IPL) off to a cracking start, Star Sports, the new broadcasters of the league, is set to conduct a glitzy, first of its kind ceremony on Thursday to announce the IPL player retentions.
2018-01-04 03:32:09 Read More

Bhuvneshwar should get lead role in South Africa: Srinath

As Virat Kohli's men prepare to take on South Africa in the first Test starting in Cape Town on Friday, former pace ace Javagal Srinath reflects on India's fast bowling attack and challenges for bowlers.
2018-01-04 02:49:52 Read More

New year, same challenges for Kohli's India in South Africa

A hungry, fit and aggressive South Africa await Virat Kohli’s team in what is shaping up to be a stiff test of India’s mettle in a busy overseas season.
2018-01-04 02:30:33 Read More

Live score: 5th Ashes Test, Australia vs England, Day 1

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2018-01-04 02:16:57 Read More

Cilic acknowledges payment issue at IPTL

Croatian Marin Cilic on Wednesday acknowledged that there were issues with regard to players' payment during the International Premier Tennis League (IPTL), which shut down last year due to financial crunch.
2018-01-03 17:28:11 Read More

PBL: Chennai Smashers go down to Delhi Dashers

In an unfortunate turn of events, defending champions Chennai Smashers went down to Delhi Dashers after they had to concede the last match of the tie due to an ankle injury to Gabrielle Adcock mid-way into the first game in the Premier Badminton League match.
2018-01-03 17:05:18 Read More

Pandya provides Kohli with a lot of options: Klusener

There seems to be an air of optimism around India as they prepare for their tour of South Africa. And former South African allrounder Lance Klusener believes Hardik Pandya could be a key factor in how the series plays out.
2018-01-03 16:35:25 Read More

Philander questions India's preparedness for Test series

South Africa pacer Vernon Philander on Wednesday questioned India's claims of being fully prepared for the three-match series, saying a fair assessment of where the visitors stand could only be made after the first Test beginning on Friday.
2018-01-03 15:13:43 Read More

More open-minded in my preparation than last time: Vijay

Flexibility is the key while preparing for a difficult assignment and that's precisely the reason why senior opener Murali Vijay has done his homework with an "open mind" compared to his previous tours of South Africa.
2018-01-03 13:36:01 Read More

More open-minded in my preparation than last time: Vijay

Flexibility is the key while preparing for a difficult assignment and that's precisely the reason why senior opener Murali Vijay has done his homework with an "open mind" compared to his previous tours of South Africa.
2018-01-03 13:36:01 Read More

No threat to India's No.1 status even if South Africa sweep Tests

India's status as the No.1 Test side in ICC rankings will remain intact irrespective of how the series against South Africa pans out, but the Proteas will join the visitors at the top if they win all the three matches.
2018-01-03 13:35:27 Read More

Kohli, Dhoni set to be retained by respective IPL franchises

India skipper Virat Kohli and his predecessor Mahendra Singh Dhoni are among the top players who are set to be retained by their respective IPL franchises, Royal Challengers Bangalore and comeback outfit Chennai Super Kings respectively.
2018-01-03 13:20:34 Read More

Pliskova storms into Brisbane quarters

Ukraine's Elina Svitolina continued her impressive start to the season when she demolished Croatian Ana Konjuh 6-3, 6-1 in the second round of the Brisbane International on Wednesday.
2018-01-03 13:06:24 Read More

David James returns as Kerala Blasters head coach

Former England goalkeeper David James on Wednesday returned at the helm of affairs of Kerala Blasters, a day after the Indian Super League side sacked Rene Meulensteen as their head coach following a string of poor performances by the team.
2018-01-03 12:57:37 Read More

We've released Rs 3.14 crore for 175 TOP athletes: Rathore

The government has released Rs 3.14 crore as out of pocket allowance of 175 sportspersons under the Target Olympic Podium (TOP) Scheme in the last quarter of 2017, Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore said on Wednesday.
2018-01-03 12:57:22 Read More

Ferrari pay tribute as Schumacher turns 49

Italian Formula One team Ferrari paid tribute to Michael Schumacher on Wednesday as the former seven-time world champion turned 49 years.
2018-01-03 12:18:37 Read More

Barcelona edge Real Madrid on TV income

La Liga leaders Barcelona received a record 146.2 million euros ($175.6 million) last season from television rights, figures from La Liga show, earning seven million euros more than champions Real Madrid.
2018-01-03 12:12:19 Read More

ISL: NorthEast United sack coach Joao de Deus Pires

Struggling Indian Super League (ISL) franchise NorthEast United FC have sacked their Portuguese coach Joao de Deus Pires, a day after fellow ISL club Kerala Blasters parted ways with Rene Meulensteen.
2018-01-03 11:59:09 Read More

Current Indian attack best in the last 60-70 years: Prasanna

He was part of one of the finest spin attack ever to have graced the game but legendary Erapalli Prasanna has rated the current Indian bowling group as the best in the last 60-70 years.
2018-01-03 11:47:26 Read More

Tai Tzu Ying is like some Ninja Warrior: HS Prannoy

In awe of women's shuttler Tai Tzu Ying, HS Prannoy has described the Taiwanese world no 1 as a "ninja warrior", whose strokes would be difficult to match even after practicing for a decade.
2018-01-03 11:46:22 Read More

Brisbane International: Kyrgios battles injury as Raonic crashes out

Australian third seed Nick Kyrgios overcame a leg injury to reach the quarter-finals of the Brisbane International on Wednesday as fourth seed Milos Raonic was bundled out by wildcard Alex De Minaur.
2018-01-03 11:29:54 Read More

Halep secures top Melbourne seeding after gritty fightback

Simona Halep guaranteed top seeding for this month's Australian Open after battling back from a set down to defeat Duan Yingying 3-6, 6-1, 6-2 in Shenzhen on Wednesday.
2018-01-03 11:22:38 Read More

Shikhar Dhawan fit for first Test, Ravindra Jadeja down with flu

Shikhar Dhawan's availability for the first Test between India and South Africa starting Friday in Cape Town has been confirmed, but the all-round services of Ravindra Jadeja are in doubt.
2018-01-03 10:35:59 Read More

Munro blasts record century as New Zealand crush West Indies

Colin Munro smashed his way into the record books as New Zealand crushed the West Indies by 119 runs in the final Twenty20 at Mount Maunganui on Wednesday to sweep the series.
2018-01-03 10:03:15 Read More

India hockey review: Promising results but sterner tests await

Positive results in the final three months for both the India men and hockey teams helped them end 2017 on a high ahead of a testing year.
2018-01-03 09:22:06 Read More

Hockey India names 33-member squad for 2018 season

Fit-again PR Sreejesh made a return after recovering from a long-injury lay-off as Hockey India (HI) on Wednesday announced a 33-member squad for the first national camp beginning on Thursday.
2018-01-03 08:54:10 Read More

Two Indian umpires in ICC panel for Under-19 World Cup

Indian umpires Anil Chaudhary and CK Nandan will be a part of the 14-strong panel of officials for the Under-19 World Cup starting January 13 in New Zealand, the International Cricket Council announced on Wednesday.
2018-01-03 07:04:48 Read More

England's punt on leggie Crane not a short position

Mason Crane's introduction to Test cricket for the fifth and final Ashes clash with Australia is perhaps a sign that England are finally prepared to invest the time it takes to develop a decent leg-spinner, whatever the short-term cost.
2018-01-03 06:41:14 Read More

Live score: 3rd T20I, New Zealand vs West Indies

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2018-01-03 05:59:40 Read More

Joe Root laments what Ashes could have been for England

England captain Joe Root wishes his own form was better on the field, and that his teammates' behavior was better off it.
2018-01-03 04:50:18 Read More

Cape Town drought could slow Newlands pitch

Cape Town's worst drought in decades may take some of the sting out of the Newlands pitch for the first Test between South Africa and India, starting on Friday.
2018-01-03 04:17:31 Read More

Mountain bike world champ seriously hurt in car crash

Two-time Olympian and world champion cyclist Caroline Buchanan has been seriously injured in a car crash, with the Australian detailing her horrific injuries in a social media post Wednesday.
2018-01-03 04:06:07 Read More

Starc 'ready' to go says Smith, Agar likely to sit out

Pace spearhead Mitchell Starc is in line to return to Australia's bowling line-up with second spinner Ashton Agar unlikely to play in Thursday's final Ashes Test against England.
2018-01-03 03:57:29 Read More

Woakes out of fifth Test, Crane to debut

England leg spinner Mason Crane will make his debut in the fifth and final Ashes Test against Australia this week after all-rounder Chris Woakes was ruled out of the match by injury, captain Joe Root said on Wednesday.
2018-01-03 03:43:38 Read More

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No domestic games on New Years from next year?

The BCCI is likely to do away with any domestic fixture on new year’s eve and new year’s day from next season.
2018-01-03 03:23:06 Read More

Llorente returns to haunt Swansea as Spurs cruise

Tottenham striker Fernando Llorente returned to haunt Swansea and Dele Alli added a late second as Mauricio Pochettino's side won 2-0 on Tuesday to rise to fifth in the Premier League.
2018-01-03 03:19:36 Read More

I-League: Arrows lose 0-2 to mighty East Bengal

Indian Arrows floundered against the collective superiority of East Bengal to lose their third home game of the I-league 2-0 at the Ambedkar stadium on Tuesday.
2018-01-03 03:12:59 Read More

Manchester City take express route to sink Watford

Manchester City bounced back quickly after their 18-game winning streak come to an end, beating Watford 3-1 on Tuesday to establish a 15-point lead in the Premier League.
2018-01-03 03:11:22 Read More

Rare clash of speed: Can India's pace attack fire in SA?

For a change, the focus won’t only be on India’s batsmen in South Africa. The Test series might come down to India’s pacers versus SA’s quicks. The two attacks have an uncanny man-to-man similarity.
2018-01-03 02:51:22 Read More

We have potential to be best-ever Indian Test team: Pujara

The ever dependable Cheteshwar Pujara feels that if India do well in South Africa, England and Australia over the next year and a half, they will be hailed the best-ever Test team to have emerged from the country.
2018-01-03 02:38:35 Read More

No Maxwell in Australia ODI squad for England series

Australia have left master blaster batsman Glenn Maxwell out of their squad for the five-match one-day international series against England that follows this week's fifth Ashes Test.
2018-01-03 02:32:17 Read More

Delhi Ranji team’s return flight halted amid Indigo snag

Indigo flight 867 from Indore to Delhi, carrying the Delhi Ranji team, stopped abruptly on the runway on Tuesday night.
2018-01-03 02:32:06 Read More

TOI Exclusive: Sachin Tendulkar on what Team India can expect in SA

As a young Indian team gears up to face the first big challenge of this year, a lot of questions are waiting to be asked, and who better than Sachin Tendulkar to answer? Tendulkar took time out to talk to TOI about the keys to doing well in one of the toughest cricketing destinations.
2018-01-03 02:17:22 Read More

PBL: Awadhe Warriors beat Ahmedabad Smash Masters

A spirited Awadhe Warriors staved off a strong challenge from Ahmedabad Smash Masters 3-2 (4-3 on points) in the Vodafone Premier Badminton League in the packed BBD UPBA on Tuesday.
2018-01-02 17:34:33 Read More

Kambli credits Sachin for bringing him back on field

Former India batsman Vinod Kambli said that he took up to coaching on the advice of his friend and one-time teammate Sachin Tendulkar. Tendulkar and Kambli were students of famed coach Ramakant Achrekar and both went to play for India and their friendship was well known to all.
2018-01-02 15:54:26 Read More

Hopman Cup: Federer in fine fettle as Switzerland beat Russia

Roger Federer subdued a feisty Karen Khachanov while Belinda Bencic outlasted Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova to help Switzerland beat Russia 3-0 in the Hopman Cup on Tuesday.
2018-01-02 15:42:10 Read More

Wenger charged for comments about referee at West Brom

The English Football Association charged Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger on Tuesday for comments to match officials after the 1-1 Premier League draw at West Bromwich Albion on New Year's Eve.
2018-01-02 15:14:52 Read More

Saba Karim, Tufan Ghosh assume BCCI roles

Former India stumper Saba Karim and Tufan Ghosh on Tuesday assumed office as BCCI's GM Cricket Operations and NCA Chief Operating Officer respectively.
2018-01-02 15:08:58 Read More

Steyn gives South Africa coach Gibson a headache

South African coach Ottis Gibson admitted on Tuesday that fitting Dale Steyn into the team for the first Test against India in Cape Town was a selection headache.
2018-01-02 15:02:30 Read More

Current generation can't emulate Big Four's consistency: Anderson

The current generation of younger players is a good bunch but they can't reproduce the consistency achieved by the 'Big Four' in this "extraordinary" era, says South African tennis star Kevin Anderson.
2018-01-02 14:30:21 Read More

It is important to leave the ball well: Pujara on SA challenge

Cheteshwar Pujara, a vital cog in India's batting wheel, on Tuesday stressed on the importance of leaving the ball on the bouncy pitches of South Africa during the three-Test series beginning here on Friday.
2018-01-02 14:16:35 Read More

I-League: East Bengal beat Indian Arrows 2-0 to consolidate top spot

Two early goals in a span of three minutes sealed the fate of young Indian Arrows side as they went down fighting 0-2 against Indian football giants East Bengal in the 11th edition of the I-League at the Ambedkar Stadium on Tuesday.
2018-01-02 13:31:44 Read More

WATCH: Indian bowlers hit the nets ahead of first Test

With India not playing any practice games before the three-match Test series against the hosts South Africa, Indian team has intensified its practice sessions as the date of first Test at Newlands comes closer.
2018-01-02 13:16:59 Read More

India's winning run under threat from South African green tops

India's long winning streak in Test cricket is under threat in a quick-fire three-match series against South Africa this month, where their status as the top-ranked nation in the format faces a stiff examination.
2018-01-02 13:15:57 Read More

Roger Federer wins in straight sets at Hopman Cup

Roger Federer continued preparation for his Australian Open title defense with a 6-3, 7-6 (8) win over Karen Khachanov at the Hopman Cup, giving Switzerland a 1-0 lead over Russia.
2018-01-02 12:00:39 Read More

Sharapova downs Riske in tough test at Shenzhen Open

Five-time Grand Slam champion Maria Sharapova came back from a set down to defeat American Alison Riske at the Shenzhen Open on Tuesday and book a spot in the quarter-finals.
2018-01-02 11:23:35 Read More

Doubles players' success not highlighted: Ponnappa

Doubles specialist Ashwini Ponnappa wants the apathy towards doubles players in the country to end and bats for the same kind of support system, prize money and importance singles players get.
2018-01-02 11:13:41 Read More

Sathiyan breaks into world top-50 ranking

Indian table tennis got a huge boost as many as six male and three female paddlers made it to the top-100 in world rankings, according to a release by ITTF on Tuesdays.
2018-01-02 10:43:44 Read More

'Priority in 2018 is to get good results against top sides'

Women hockey team's chief coach Harendra Singh has set his sights on achieving positive results against higher ranked sides as India embark on an "important" 2018 season.
2018-01-02 10:32:43 Read More

What'll you do with prize money? Pandit to VCA before Ranji season

After winning their maiden Ranji Trophy following five decades of trying, Vidarbha Cricket Association (VCA) vice-president Prashant Vaidya recalled the time when Pandit, after being signed up last season, asked what they would do with the prize money.
2018-01-02 09:19:15 Read More

Jaffer, more than a first-class player for first-class cricket

Turning 40 in less than two months, Wasim Jaffer has already achieved more than what many could in first-class cricket, but the batting crease remains the place where he feels most at home, most at peace with the world.
2018-01-02 09:01:33 Read More

Rajneesh Gurbani, Vidarbha's X-factor in Ranji Trophy title run

Faiz Fazal's team entered the season as they had the past few: as a team bristling with promise, but needing something extra to drive them through the crucial knockout stage. That came in the form of the young pace bowler, who starred in the quarter-finals, semi-finals and most critically the final against Delhi in Indore, where he was Man of the Match in Vidarbha's nine-wicket win over the much fancied opposition.
2018-01-02 05:15:18 Read More

Dheeraj Singh is not ready yet to play in Europe: Coach de Matos

Losing a key player during the crucial phase of a tournament can be frustrating for a coach, as Indian Arrows head coach Luis Norton de Matos is finding out.
2018-01-02 05:14:24 Read More

Gary Kirsten, Ashish Nehra join RCB as coaching staff

With the mega Indian Premier League auction slated for January 27 and 28, the Royal Challengers Bangalore management on Monday confirmed their coaching staff led by head coach Daniel Vettori, who has been at the helm since 2014.
2018-01-02 05:07:39 Read More

Shooting review: Blend of experience and youth delivers

Led by the torch-bearers of the sport, Jitu Rai, Gagan Narang and Sidhu, along with a host of youngsters put the country on notice with multiple medal finishes in international events.
2018-01-02 04:54:59 Read More

Fitness scare for Muguruza as Brisbane proves too hot

World number two Garbine Muguruza suffered a fitness scare ahead of this month's Australian Open when she was forced to retire from the Brisbane International on Tuesday with severe cramping.
2018-01-02 04:46:11 Read More

Bring back relegation format in Ranji: Jaffer

Moments after winning the Ranji Trophy title with Vidarbha, Wasim Jaffer brought up the importance of relegating teams in firstclass cricket, saying he preferred the idea of Elite and Plate divisions in India’s premier domestic competition.
2018-01-02 04:40:14 Read More

Design flaws leave Arsenal, Chelsea with uncertain futures

Arsenal and Chelsea have been reduced to also-ran status by Manchester City's blistering pace in the title race, but there is still a lot to learn when the London rivals clash at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday.
2018-01-02 04:20:41 Read More

Design flaws leave Arsenal, Chelsea with uncertain futures

Arsenal and Chelsea have been reduced to also-ran status by Manchester City's blistering pace in the title race, but there is still a lot to learn when the London rivals clash at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday.
2018-01-02 04:20:41 Read More

Mourinho lashes out at 'critical' Scholes

Jose Mourinho has lambasted former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes after he criticised the manager and key players in his role as a TV pundit.
2018-01-02 04:11:29 Read More

Exclusive: Anand draws inspiration from ageless Federer

Viswanathan Anand fought back after a disappointing first half of 2017 to win the Rapid Worlds in Riyadh. He won the bronze in the blitz section and now the the 48-year-old legend is back home for a small break before he leaves for Holland. On Monday, during a chat with TOI, Anand spoke about the changes he made during the Riyadh event, missing out on Candidates, his targets for 2018 and more. Excerpts:
2018-01-02 03:38:46 Read More

Cheteshwar Pujara keen to get rid of demons of 2014

The year 2018 is going to be special for Test batsman Cheteshwar Pujara. And that is not just because Team India will face a flurry of challenges this year and he’s best placed to overcome them, given his reputation in the longer format.
2018-01-02 03:26:31 Read More

Fazal credits coach Pandit for Vidabha fairytale

Faiz and the players had done everything what Pandit had asked them to do for the last six months. Now, it was Pandit’s turn to oblige. He waited patiently for Faiz till he finished savouring the winning moment with the team and his family. After all, it has taken him 14 years to reach here.
2018-01-02 03:15:09 Read More

Rickshaw puller’s son to train in Bolt’s club

From a life beside these tracks, Nisar Ahmad will soon embark for the hallowed one at the Racers Track Club in Kingston, Jamaica, home of athletics superstar Usain Bolt and his venerable coach, Glen Mills.
2018-01-02 02:56:14 Read More

England ponder taking a spin with Crane in Sydney

Leg-spinner Mason Crane's experience of playing in Sydney may prove the clincher to earn him a debut as England try to salvage their Ashes series with a win over Australia in Thursday's final Test.
2018-01-02 02:49:12 Read More

Vidarbha work a miracle, win Ranji Trophy in maiden final

The evolution of Nagpur as a major Test centre and the sheer emphasis on professionalism has all come together in this historic win. All of these qualities, it can be argued, have evaporated from Delhi cricket. The last four days demonstrated why Vidarbha remained the better team right through. Delhi’s capitulation from 189/3 to 234/8 in the afternoon session was another testimony.
2018-01-02 02:40:17 Read More

Lingard beauty gives Manchester United New Year cheer

Jose Mourinho's disappointing end to 2017 was quickly forgotten as goals from Anthony Martial and Jesse Lingard earned Manchester United an impressive 2-0 victory against Everton at Goodison Park on Monday.
2018-01-02 02:33:49 Read More

Klavan's historic goal edges Liverpool past Burnley

Liverpool defender Ragnar Klavan scored a dramatic injury-time winner as the Reds consolidated their place in the Premier League's top four with a 2-1 victory over Burnley on Monday.
2018-01-01 17:33:46 Read More

EPL: Perez goal helps Newcastle edge past Stoke

Newcastle United recorded back-to-back Premier League wins on the road for the first time since 2014 as an Ayoze Perez goal led them to a 1-0 win over Stoke City on Monday.
2018-01-01 17:26:38 Read More

Mahrez magic steers Leicester to first win in five league games

Riyad Mahrez scored one and set up another as Leicester City strolled to a 3-0 win over Huddersfield Town in the Premier League on Monday. In a tepid first half, Wilfred Ndidi came closest to scoring, but sliced wide from a good position after Islam Slimani had caused problems on his return to the side.
2018-01-01 17:21:53 Read More

Mitchell Marsh opts for county cricket over IPL in 2018

Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has decided to skip the cash-rich Indian Premier League and play for English county side Surrey next season to improve his game in the longer format.
2018-01-01 17:16:05 Read More

Axelsen guides Bengaluru Blasters to win in PBL

World champion Viktor Axelsen staved off a strong challenge from World No.5 Korean Son Wan Ho as Bengaluru Blasters defeated Mumbai Rockets with two matches remaining in the Premier Badminton League on Monday.
2018-01-01 17:07:59 Read More

Kerber fires as Germany edge past Belgium in Hopman Cup

Former world number one Angelique Kerber put a testing 2017 behind her on Monday, kicking off the new year with a fighting singles win as Germany beat Belgium 2-1 at the mixed teams Hopman Cup in Perth.
2018-01-01 17:04:32 Read More

Ability to adapt makes Federer and Nadal special, says Cilic

The ability to adapt when the time demands is what makes Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal very special, reckons world number six Marin Cilic, who was only one of three players to counter the two legends in Grand Slam finals last year.
2018-01-01 16:43:40 Read More

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Murray will trim 2018 schedule to avoid injury issues

Former world number one Andy Murray plans to trim his schedule in the new season to prevent a recurrence of the injuries that blighted his campaign in 2017.
2018-01-01 16:23:15 Read More

Vidarbha CA to reward Ranji squad with Rs 5 crore

Vidarbha Cricket Association president Anand Jaiswal announced that the Ranji champion team will be richer by Rs 5 crore, which will be distributed among the players as well as the support staff.
2018-01-01 16:13:45 Read More

For me Ranji triumph as big as representing India: Fazal

Captain Faiz Fazal on Monday termed Vidarbha's triumphal march to their maiden Ranji Trophy his career's "biggest achievement", bigger than representing India in a lone ODI against Zimbabwe.
2018-01-01 16:09:20 Read More

Wilson grabs point for Bournemouth as Brighton twice lose lead

Bournemouth twice came from behind to draw a thrilling south coast derby with Brighton & Hove Albion 2-2 at the Amex Stadium in the first Premier League game of the year.
2018-01-01 15:59:45 Read More

Silva signs for Leicester to end long-running saga

Portugal midfielder Adrien Silva says he tried to remain positive during a long saga which came to a happy end on Monday as he completed his move to Premier League side Leicester City.
2018-01-01 15:44:00 Read More

IPL: Mumbai Indians set to retain Rohit, Pandya bros

Defending champions Mumbai Indians in all likelihood will be retaining skipper Rohit Sharma along with Pandya brothers, Hardik and Krunal, while under- performing Delhi Daredevils may keep Rishabh Pant and Shreyas Iyer in their stable ahead of the IPL auction on January 27.
2018-01-01 14:54:31 Read More

It's either Asian Games or US Open, says Rohan Bopanna

Ace doubles specialist Rohan Bopanna says "it is a catch-22 situation" for him to decide whether to play US Open or the Asian Games in Jakarta later this year since the two events are clashing with each other.
2018-01-01 14:25:36 Read More

England's Ben Stokes given nod to play in IPL

England all-rounder Ben Stokes will be eligible to play in the Indian Premier League despite still waiting to hear if he will be charged over an incident last year.
2018-01-01 13:59:22 Read More

Zverev cruises into second round at Brisbane

Mischa Zverev powered past Australian qualifier John-Patrick Smith 6-4 7-5 to enter the second round of the Brisbane International on Monday. ​Eighth seed Zverev fired four aces in the match and converted five out of six break points to come through in an hour and 28 minutes.
2018-01-01 13:17:56 Read More

Zverev cruises into second round at Brisbane

Mischa Zverev powered past Australian qualifier John-Patrick Smith 6-4 7-5 to enter the second round of the Brisbane International on Monday. ​Eighth seed Zverev fired four aces in the match and converted five out of six break points to come through in an hour and 28 minutes.
2018-01-01 13:17:56 Read More

Ukraine's Elina Svitolina eyes Grand Slam success

Ukraine's Elina Svitolina believes she can become world number one in 2018 despite a host of challengers for the coveted top ranking. Svitolina, currently ranked sixth in the world, was speaking after an impressive 6-2, 6-4 win over Spain's Carla Suarez Navarro in the first round of the Brisbane International.
2018-01-01 13:09:17 Read More

Ranji Trophy: Vidarbha beat Delhi to win maiden title

Vidarbha claimed their maiden Ranji Trophy after beating Delhi by nine wickets in the final of India's premier domestic tournament here on Monday. Chasing a target of 29, Vidarbha completed the task with loss of skipper Faiz Fazal's wicket.
2018-01-01 11:55:32 Read More

Ranji Trophy: Vidarbha beat Delhi to win maiden title

Opting to field, Vidarbha bowled out Delhi for 295 in the first innings with Rajneesh Gurbani picking up six wickets. In reply, Vidarbha notched up a mammoth 547.
2018-01-01 11:55:32 Read More

I-League: Matos upset with Dheeraj pursuing European opportunities

Indian Arrows head coach Luis Norton de Matos on Monday said his star goalkeeper Dheeraj Singh Moirangthem should have stayed with the club and played for the I-League to gain further experience before heading for European trials.
2018-01-01 11:45:43 Read More

Konta beats Keys; Svitolina advances in Brisbane

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

Flipkens beats Vekic at ASB Classic in Auckland

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

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

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

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

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

24-member Indian team for British Junior Open Squash

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

Stokes withdrawn from England's ODI squad, Malan in

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

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

The Indian team may not encounter the kind of bounce they are expecting from the Newlands track as the worst drought in many years has made it difficult for the groundsmen to prepare a pitch that suits the home team.
2018-01-01 06:43:49 Read More

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

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

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

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

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

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

TOI Sport’s Test XI of the year

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

South Africa attack the best in the world: Rohit Sharma

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

Delhi Dashers beat Hyderabad Hunters to register first victory

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

ISL: Bengaluru FC beat Kerala Blasters 3-1

The extra bit of quality of Bengaluru FC came to the fore as they stepped up when it mattered with a superb second-half performance against a jaded Kerala Blasters to win 3-1 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi on Sunday evening.
2017-12-31 16:11:31 Read More

Emotional Rana vows to beat Sushil for cancer-stricken mother

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

Man City winning run ends in draw at Crystal Palace

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

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

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

Manchester United's Young charged with violent conduct: FA

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

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