Sports News For The Year 2018 and Month Jul

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Sports News For The Year 2018 and Month Jul

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3rd Test: Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane guide India to 307/6 on Day 1

After another shaky start following England's decision to bowl first, Kohli (97) and Rahane (81) added 159 runs together to lay the foundation for India's 307/6 at stumps on day one of the third Test in Nottingham.
2018-08-18 17:54:28 Read More

Even Asiad gold won't help doubles get its due: Ashwini

Over the years, the Indian shuttlers have struggled in Asian Games as they couldn't go beyond winning the bronze medal. But there is a new hope this time as PV Sindhu, Saina Nehwal and Kidambi Srikanth are going into the event with form and experience.
2018-08-18 17:32:49 Read More

Richarlison strikes again as Silva's Everton sink Saints

Brazilian winger Richarlison continued his sparkling start to the season with his third goal in two games as Everton beat Southampton 2-1 in new manager Marco Silva's first home game in charge at Goodison Park.
2018-08-18 17:02:16 Read More

Kane ends August drought as Spurs enjoy 'home' comforts

Tottenham managed to put the controversy over their delayed move to a new home behind them and Harry Kane finally found the net in August as Fulham were beaten 3-1 on Saturday.
2018-08-18 16:31:13 Read More

We are capable of beating any opponent: Manika Batra

Ace table tennis player Manika Batra shot into limelight with her four-medal haul in the Commonwealth Games earlier this year. But she faces a bigger challenge in the upcoming Asian Games.
2018-08-18 15:49:52 Read More

Asian Games begin with gala opening ceremony

A presidential dig at their traffic woes, a colourful display of their cultural heritage and a message for world peace -- Indonesia mixed it up all for a vibrant and slick opening ceremony for the 18th Asian Games on Saturday.
2018-08-18 15:20:03 Read More

Two Koreas march together at Asian Games opening ceremony

North and South Korea marched together in a stirring display of unity as the Asian Games, one of the world's biggest sports events, opened in a blaze of colour in Jakarta on Saturday.
2018-08-18 14:10:22 Read More

PM Modi conveys best wishes to Indian contingent for Asian Games

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has offered his best wishes to the Indian contingent for the 18th Asian Games, which started on Saturday in Jakarta, Indonesia.
2018-08-18 13:51:27 Read More

Even first session for both India and England: Gambhir

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2018-08-18 13:28:12 Read More

India's schedule at 2018 Asian Games on Day 1

The action at the 18th edition of the Asian Games will kick off on Sunday with India's medal hopes pinning on shooters and wrestlers to open the account on the first day of the event.
2018-08-18 13:17:03 Read More

Indian players wear black armbands as mark of respect to Wadekar

The Indian cricketers on Saturday wore black arm bands on the first day of the third Test against England here as a mark of respect to former captain Ajit Wadekar, who passed away on August 15.
2018-08-18 11:23:02 Read More

Asian Games: Manu Bhaker bans parents from foreign trips

Teenage shooter Manu Bhaker said she told her parents not to accompany her to tournaments abroad as she struggles to adapt to life as one of India's best known sportswomen.
2018-08-18 11:15:10 Read More

Indian rower Bhokanal targets Asiad gold for late mother

Indian rower Dattu Baban Bhokanal, the favourite to win single sculls gold at the Asian Games, is back to his best after a traumatising period during which he lost his mother.
2018-08-18 11:10:58 Read More

Chance for Bajrang and Vinesh to enhance status, test for Sushil, Sakshi

Rising star Bajrang Punia and confidence-personified Vinesh Phogat will lead the Indian charge on the wrestling mat even as double Olympic medallist Sushil Kumar has a point to prove when the freestyle competition at the Asian Games begins on Sunday.
2018-08-18 10:35:03 Read More

India finalise doubles combination after Paes' pull-out

The Indian tennis contingent squad has finally figured out its doubles combinations less than 24 hours before the start of competition at the Asian Games on Sunday, a far from ideal scenario courtesy Leander Paes' sudden withdrawal.
2018-08-18 09:56:48 Read More

Teenage shooting sensations face stiff Asian Games test

Teenage prodigies Anish Bhanwal, Manu Bhaker and Elavenil Valarivan will carry India's medal hopes in the shooting event of the Asian Games beginning here tomorrow, and standing in their way will be the mighty Chinese and South Koreans.
2018-08-18 08:27:04 Read More

Asian Games: India's medal hopes in wrestling

Times Sport takes a brief look at the athletes/teams who can make a podium finish in Indonesia.
2018-08-18 07:25:03 Read More

Asian Games: India's medal hopes in tennis

Times Sport takes a brief look at the athletes/teams who can make a podium finish in Indonesia.
2018-08-18 07:19:19 Read More

Asian Games: First-timers hungry to make their mark for India

A clear pattern has started to emerge. The country is no longer dependent on its experienced stalwarts to make headlines. At the Asiad, 35 per cent of the Indian contingent is between the age of 15-23.
2018-08-18 06:58:55 Read More

Asian Games: CWG show will inspire us, says boxing coach Nieva

Indian boxers have been in good form of late, which is evident from their rich haul in April's Commonwealth Games and June's Chemistry Cup in Germany. However, coach Santiago Nieva knows the real test awaits his wards at the Asian Games.
2018-08-18 05:50:34 Read More

Asian Games: India looking to better their best ever performance

India's best - 15 gold - came in the first edition 67 years back when it ushered in the Games by hosting it in Delhi at the National Stadium. Since then, Indians have struggled to come near that mark, the exceptions being the 2010 Guangzhou Games where the country won 14 gold medals and the 1982 Games at home, where it won 13 gold.
2018-08-18 05:30:16 Read More

Shikhar Dhawan must scrap the big cover drive: Sourav Ganguly

Ahead of the third Test against England, former captain Sourav Ganguly has urged the Indian batsmen to show some grit at Trent Bridge where conditions are often conducive to swing bowling.
2018-08-18 05:03:13 Read More

Federer wears down Wawrinka to maintain mastery over compatriot

Roger Federer continued his mastery over Stan Wawrinka, but not before getting a fright en route to a 6-7(2), 7-6(6), 6-2 quarter-final victory at the Cincinnati Masters on Friday. Federer upped his career record against his Swiss compatriot to 21-3.
2018-08-18 04:44:10 Read More

Allan Lamb slams India's preparation for England tour

"It's just a case of poor preparation. England go to Australia and play two First-Class games and then get hammered in the first Test. So it's imperative that the preparation has to be spot on when you are going out of your comfort zone," Allan Lamb told TOI during an exclusive chat.
2018-08-18 04:25:04 Read More

Cannot assure players of their berths, says Virat Kohli

"For us the priority is to win games of cricket. We are not thinking whether someone's career is on the line or what's going to happen to their future. When it's your time, it's your time," Virat Kohli said trying to smash the insecurity idea, which he thinks is "bizarre", out of the park.
2018-08-18 04:05:49 Read More

Under-pressure India look to salvage series against England

"If you don't take 20 wickets, you don't win Test matches. For that you need five bowlers," Indian captain Virat Kohli clearly is not too keen on sacrificing Hardik Pandya for a pure batsman in the third Test.
2018-08-18 03:56:44 Read More

From sweeping a dhaba floor to playing for gold at Asiad

The 24-year-old, who helped India win gold at the 2014 Asiad, spent her childhood and teen years washing utensils and sweeping floors at the dhaba, which is run by her parents. Father Prithvi Singh and mother Krishna Devi still sell tea and snacks at the dhaba, while elder sister Kalpana gives them a helping hand.
2018-08-18 03:40:44 Read More

Djokovic to face Cilic as Cincinnati title dream draws closer

Djokovic, a five-time finalist here who has never broken through, is aiming to lift the trophy at the only one of the Masters 1000 series events that he has never won.
2018-08-18 03:27:27 Read More

Halep into Cincinnati semis after eighth straight win

Halep will meet Aryna Sabalenka on Saturday for a place in the final after the unseeded Belarusian saved 10 break points en route to a 6-3, 6-4 victory over American Madison Keys.
2018-08-18 03:15:31 Read More

Wanted to retire, but Imran Khan threw me a challenge: Gavaskar

Sunil Gavaskar on his old friend Imran Khan who became Pakistan's Prime Minister.
2018-08-17 20:34:57 Read More

Annu, Monika dropped from Asian Games squad

Javelin-thrower Annu and 1500m runner Monika were dropped from the athletics squad after their performance in the confirmatory trials was found to be unsatisfactory by the selection committee
2018-08-17 16:46:28 Read More

Virat Kohli slams critics of 'team selection'

Kohli has made 37 changes in 37 Tests as captain and that trend looks set to continue when India meet England in a must-win third Test here from Saturday.
2018-08-17 16:22:47 Read More

Kohli urges to adopt 'backs to the wall' mentality

India captain Virat Kohli said "the only option is to win this game" as he urged his side to make a virtue of their dire position heading into the third Test against England. India will start Saturday's fixture at Nottingham's Trent Bridge 2-0 down in a five-match series after a narrow loss at Edgbaston was followed by a thumping innings and 159-run defeat at Lord's last week.
2018-08-17 15:42:27 Read More

Lionel Messi left out of Argentina squad

The move was widely expected following media reports earlier in the week claiming the five-time Ballon d'Or winner had asked to be excused from the country's four remaining friendlies in 2018.
2018-08-17 15:31:46 Read More

Asian Games: India women shuttlers handed tough draw in team event

Indian team, which won a bronze medal in the last edition at Incheon, will face top seeds Japan in the quarterfinals after receiving a first-round bye. The team events begin on Sunday.
2018-08-17 14:18:19 Read More

Fighting tears, Mumbai cricket fraternity bids Wadekar goodbye

As the truck, carrying their 'captain' Ajit Wadekar's body arrived in front of the Shivaji Park Gymkhana, a horde of supporters thronged to pay their last respects to one of the most famous exponents of a club famed for churning out Test cricketers on a regular basis at one point.
2018-08-17 13:53:09 Read More

Ace archer Deepika ready for Asian Games after recovering from fever

Down with fever for five days, the Commonwealth Games twin gold medallist's departure was delayed, with the archery contingent leaving on August 14.
2018-08-17 13:49:46 Read More

Asian Games: Indian grandmother leads elderly charge for bridge gold

Rita Choksi says yoga and breathing exercises have kept her sharp as the Indian grandmother goes for gold at the age of 79 -- just one of many elderly contenders in the Asian Games bridge competition.
2018-08-17 13:19:04 Read More

Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne out for three months with knee injury

De Bruyne, who came on as a substitute in City's 2-0 victory over Arsenal in their first league match of the season last weekend, suffered the injury in training this week.
2018-08-17 13:04:47 Read More

Badminton squad looks stronger than ever before: Gopichand

The Asian Games over the years, however, have been an extremely challenging tournament for India's shuttlers. Since the first edition of the Games in New Delhi in 1951, India have won only bronze medals. No silvers and no gold.
2018-08-17 12:46:25 Read More

England recall Ben Stokes for third Test against India

All-rounder Stokes was added to England's 13-man squad on Tuesday, just hours after being acquitted on a charge of affray at Bristol Crown Court. He replaced Sam Curran.
2018-08-17 12:45:26 Read More

Emirates Cricket Board to host Asia Cup

The event was originally scheduled in India with BCCI playing the hosts but Pakistan's participation was an issue considering the prevailing political situation between the neighbouring countries.
2018-08-17 12:33:38 Read More

Ajit Wadekar cremated with full state honours

Former India cricket captain Ajit Wadekar, who died on August 15, was cremated at the Shivaji Park crematorium here on Friday with full state honours.
2018-08-17 11:31:48 Read More

Esow wins India's first world track cycling medal

On Thursday, the teenager won the country's maiden medal in track cycling at the world level by claiming silver in the Men's Keirin event of the UCI Junior Track Cycling Championships in Aigle, Switzerland.
2018-08-17 11:08:54 Read More

Leander Paes' absence is big blow for us: India coach Zeeshan Ali

Ali said he tried his best to convince Paes to change his mind but the 18-time Grand Slam champion eventually decided against coming to Palembang after expressing his disappointment over selectors not picking a doubles specialist to play with him.
2018-08-17 10:38:07 Read More

Tendulkar terms Wadekar's demise as irreparable, personal loss

"This is an irreparable loss. I will say it is a personal loss. People know Wadekar sir as a great cricketer, but I was fortunate enough to see him as a great cricketer as well as a wonderful person. For me he was very important. Over the years our relationship grew stronger," Sachin Tendulkar said.
2018-08-17 10:13:50 Read More

India eye Asian Games glory after topsy-turvy build-up

The build-up has been signature chaos with complaints and even court cases about selection matters, usual controversies over the size of the contingent which came to 804 -- athletes and officials combined, and not to forget, the credentials of the travelling officials.
2018-08-17 09:53:53 Read More

Asiad success key to World Cup podium dreams: Harendra Singh

Indian men's hockey team coach Harendra Singh is chasing a second successive Asian Games gold not just to secure qualification to the 2020 Olympics, but also kick-start preparations for the year-end World Cup, where he is eyeing a podium finish.
2018-08-17 09:49:30 Read More

Desperate India set for reshuffle in do-or-die Test

For Indian team, the Trent Bridge Test will be their last chance to save the series after being outplayed in the first two Test matches -- by 31 runs Edgbaston and innings and 159 runs at the Lord's.
2018-08-17 09:25:53 Read More

WATCH | India can beat England in their backyard: Gautam Gambhir

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2018-08-17 09:11:05 Read More

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Kerala Floods: Sport stars pitch in to spread awareness

Prominent Indian sportpersons have started pitched in to help by spreading awareness about the tragedy as well as the effort needed for the relief and rescue work.
2018-08-17 07:42:52 Read More

Asian Games: Ashish Kumar on road to redemption

"I take a lot of inspiration from my medals in 2010 Commonwealth Games and the Asiad. They were huge moments in my career. Unfortunately, injuries affected my performances. I know no athlete can always stay at the top. In sports, the graph keeps going up and down," Ashish Kumar told TOI.
2018-08-17 05:34:11 Read More

Asian Games: India's medal hopes in kabaddi

Times Sport takes a brief look at the athletes/teams who can make a podium finish in Indonesia.
2018-08-17 04:51:05 Read More

Asian Games: India's medal hopes in shooting

Times Sport takes a brief look at the athletes/teams who can make a podium finish in Indonesia.
2018-08-17 04:34:43 Read More

Rohit Sharma says he is ready to open in Tests if asked

Rohit Sharma couldn't resist a chuckle on hearing the question which came across more as a suggestion. 'Why don't you try opening in Test cricket?' a scribe asked him during a promotional event here on Thursday.
2018-08-17 04:22:39 Read More

Shastri's mantra: Play ugly, look dirty, be gritty

"The resolve should be to know where your off- stump is, leave a lot of balls and be prepared to look ugly and dirty by showing some grit," Ravi Shastri said after a practice session at Trent Bridge on Thursday.
2018-08-17 04:06:05 Read More

Rishabh Pant set to make debut in third Test

Dinesh Karthik's batting form has been woeful for the series and the practice session on Thursday suggested that Pant would make his debut on Saturday. "You will only know about Pant at 11am on Saturday," coach Ravi Shastri said, trying to make it sound as vague as possible.
2018-08-17 03:42:03 Read More

I persuaded Wadekar Sir to let me open: Sachin Tendulkar

It's really shocking, very troubling to hear that Wadekar Sir is no more. Our relationship went back a long way. It was in 1992 when he joined the team as manager. We'd grown up hearing stories about the brand of cricket he brought into the Mumbai camp - the khadoos way of playing the game.
2018-08-17 03:22:04 Read More

Ajit Wadekar will always be my captain: Sunil Gavaskar

'Sunil, sorry, he is no more'. Those devastating words conveyed to me that 'my captain' Ajit Wadekar had passed away. Just a little while earlier, I was trying to help put him in the car to rush him to the hospital since the ambulance was going to take another 15 minutes to arrive and even then it looked like it was a hopeless battle.
2018-08-17 02:57:51 Read More

Veteran tennis star Leander Paes pulls out of Asian Games

Miffed at not getting a "specialist" men's doubles partner, veteran tennis star Leander Paes on Thursday pulled out of the 18th Asian Games starting on Saturday.
2018-08-16 16:43:37 Read More

India's complete Asiad contingent: 311 men, 260 women, 36 sports

After a series of disagreements and legal battles over selection or non-selection of India squads/athletes for various sports, the Indian Olympic Association's (IOA) final list for the 18th Asian Games in Jakarta and Palembang in Indonesia counted 571 athletes.
2018-08-16 16:39:15 Read More

Anand finishes last in St. Louis Rapid and Blitz

India's Viswanathan Anand had a forgettable outing in St. Louis Rapid and blitz as he finished last after scoring 13.5 points in all out of a possible 27 games that ended on Thursday.
2018-08-16 16:25:50 Read More

Injury-hit Kohli could be more dangerous in third Test: Bayliss

He might be recovering from a back injury, but Virat Kohli could become more dangerous as a player when the India skipper turns up for his team in the third cricket Test starting here on Saturday, feels England coach Trevor Bayliss.
2018-08-16 15:02:12 Read More

Major Davis Cup shake-up approved

World tennis chiefs on Thursday approved a radical Davis Cup revamp that will overhaul the 118-year-old competition, condensing the annual worldwide showpiece into an 18-team, week-long event.
2018-08-16 15:00:55 Read More

Bayliss calls on Stokes to make public apology

England coach Trevor Bayliss has suggested Ben Stokes make a public apology over the events that led to his eventual acquittal for affray as the all-rounder waits to see if he will be recalled for this week's third Test against India at Trent Bridge.
2018-08-16 14:44:51 Read More

If offered, I am ready to open in Tests: Rohit

Opening in shorter formats proved to be a boon for Rohit Sharma, who said that he will not mind taking a shot at it in Test matches too, if the team management ever considers that as an option in near future.
2018-08-16 14:30:19 Read More

Sainz replaces Alonso at McLaren

Spaniard Carlos Sainz will drive for McLaren in next season's Formula One championship, filling the vacuum left by the retirement of Fernando Alonso, the team announced on Thursday.
2018-08-16 14:19:38 Read More

Pandya not scoring enough runs, lacks control with ball: Holding

West Indian fast bowling great Michael Holding feels Hardik Pandya is not yet the all-rounder India wants him to be, because he is ineffective as a bowler and also not scoring enough runs with the bat.
2018-08-16 14:10:02 Read More

India move up a place to 96th in FIFA rankings

The Indian football team on Thursday climbed one spot to the 96th in the recently released FIFA rankings.
2018-08-16 13:56:31 Read More

Prepare to play ugly and show grit, Shastri tells batsmen

Under-fire India coach Ravi Shastri on Thursday called on his struggling batsmen to show more discipline and grit when the third Test against England gets underway at Trent Bridge on Saturday.
2018-08-16 13:39:38 Read More

Indian flag raised at Asian Games Village

The tri-colour on Thursday unfurled at the Asian Games Village following a simple flag-hoisting ceremony, attended by India's men's hockey stars and wrestlers.
2018-08-16 13:09:57 Read More

Expect shotgun shooters to do well at Asian Games: Sodhi

India's rifle and pistol shooters have grabbed the headlines at international events across the globe and will face a stern test now at the Asian Games, where the shooting is once again expected to spearhead the country's medal hunt.
2018-08-16 12:22:53 Read More

Extra bounce reason for India's slip problems: Jonty Rhodes

The visual of South African fielding ace Jonty Rhodes running out Inzamam-ul-Haq at Brisbane during the 1992 World Cup remains etched in the memories of millions of cricket fans, who still go on Youtube to view it one more time.
2018-08-16 12:22:06 Read More

Schumacher not being moved from Switzerland to Mallorca: Spokeswoman

Ex-Formula One champion Michael Schumacher is not being moved from his home in Switzerland to the Spanish island of Mallorca, a spokeswoman said on Thursday, refuting a report by a Swiss magazine.
2018-08-16 11:59:41 Read More

Schumacher not being moved from Switzerland to Mallorca: Spokeswoman

Ex-Formula One champion Michael Schumacher is not being moved from his home in Switzerland to the Spanish island of Mallorca, a spokeswoman said on Thursday, refuting a report by a Swiss magazine.
2018-08-16 11:59:41 Read More

Vengsarkar calls for Pant's inclusion in third Test

Former BCCI chief selector Dilip Vengsarkar has backed the inclusion of rookie wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant in India's playing XI for the third Test against England, starting at Trent Bridge on Saturday.
2018-08-16 11:44:35 Read More

Gambhir: Men's hockey team favourites for gold at Asiad

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2018-08-16 10:49:35 Read More

France top new-style FIFA rankings, Germany slump to 15th

World champions France predictably shot to the top of the FIFA rankings published on Thursday while previous leaders Germany slumped to 15th after their humiliating first round exit in Russia.
2018-08-16 10:42:08 Read More

Forced to eat rice porridge with pickle at 1984 Olympics Village: PT Usha

"We would jealously look at the athletes from other countries enjoying fabulous amenities; they had the latest equipment at their disposal. We wondered if we too would one day have access to such facilities," PT Usha said.
2018-08-16 09:16:37 Read More

Lost focus due to injury, movie: Geeta Phogat

"I think staying away from wrestling for two years with injury and the movie, I lost my focus. Now I am concentrating just on wrestling," veteran Indian wrestler Geeta Phogat said on the sidelines of a function.
2018-08-16 09:03:18 Read More

Relieved that GM title is done and dusted: Nihal Sarin

All of 14, India's latest Grandmaster Nihal Sarin says he is more relieved than ecstatic about achieving the feat as the build-up to it was distracting.
2018-08-16 08:45:41 Read More

Champions League the dream for Barca, says Messi

Barcelona star Lionel Messi said the club will "do everything possible" this season to prise the Champions League trophy away from arch rivals Real Madrid, who have won the competition each of the past three years.
2018-08-16 06:58:56 Read More

Djokovic overcomes stomach trouble as Zverev exits in Cincinnati

Novak Djokovic battled stomach issues to beat Adrian Mannarino and reach the third round in Cincinnati on Wednesday as women's title holder Garbine Muguruza crashed out.
2018-08-16 06:52:36 Read More

Atletico Madrid come back to beat Real Madrid in Super Cup

Saul Niguez and Koke scored in extra time as Atletico Madrid fought back to beat city rivals Real Madrid 4-2 and win the UEFA Super Cup in Tallinn on Wednesday, as Julen Lopetegui got off to a losing start with the European champions.
2018-08-16 06:42:05 Read More

Ajit Wadekar: Man who made Indian captaincy coveted

If Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi brought princely demeanour to leadership in the swinging 60's, Ajit Wadekar added a dash of middle-class stubbornness during the heady days of early 70's.
2018-08-16 06:25:16 Read More

Annu Rani unlikely to make the Asiad cut

Annu Rani, who won a bronze medal in javelin throw at the Incheon Asian Games in 2014, is unlikely to make the Indian squad for the Asian Games after she failed to meet the qualification guidelines set by the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) during the confirmatory trials held in Patiala on Wednesday.
2018-08-16 05:13:02 Read More

Asian Games: India's medal hopes in hockey

Times Sport takes a brief look at the athletes/teams who can make a podium finish in Indonesia.
2018-08-16 05:00:47 Read More

Asian Games: India's medal hopes in gymnastics

Times Sport takes a brief look at the athletes/teams who can make a podium finish in Indonesia.
2018-08-16 04:48:38 Read More

Asian Games: India's medal hopes in boxing

Times Sport takes a brief look at the athletes/teams who can make a podium finish in Indonesia.
2018-08-16 04:40:08 Read More

Asian Games: High hopes for India from unknown sports

Pencak Silat and Kurash will make their Asian Games debut in Indonesia later this month and the future of many associated with these sports would depend on the performance of these handful of athletes.
2018-08-16 04:10:51 Read More

Ben Stokes gives England happy headache

As per indications, Ben Stokes will also play the next match even though the two other pace bowling all-rounders Sam Curran and Chris Woakes have won Man of the Match awards in the first two Tests against India.
2018-08-16 03:47:50 Read More

When Wadekar made Tendulkar open the innings in ODIs

Ajit Wadekar formed a formidable partnership with captain Mohammad Azharuddin especially at home and later played an instrumental role in turning Sachin Tendulkar's career by making the batting maestro open the innings in One-Day Internationals during the tour of New Zealand in 1994.
2018-08-16 03:26:41 Read More

No openers left for India to try for third Test

One huge area of concern for the Indian team going into the third Test starting on Saturday is the form of the openers. Not that any batsman other than Virat Kohli has come close to looking comfortable on this tour, but the Indian team has already played all its cards as far as the opening slot is concerned.
2018-08-16 02:53:37 Read More

Former India Test captain Ajit Wadekar passes away

Ajit Wadekar, who skippered India to historic away triumphs against the West Indies and England in 1971, passed away at a Mumbai hospital on Wednesday. He was 77 and ailing for a while.
2018-08-15 20:23:36 Read More

Wadekar led India to Test series wins in WI and England

Former India captain Ajit Wadekar, who breathed his last at the Jaslok Hospital in Mumbai on Wednesday, will be remembered as a leader who led India to their maiden overseas Test series wins in West Indies and England.
2018-08-15 18:27:46 Read More

Former India Test captain Ajit Wadekar passes away

Former India Test captain and chief selector Ajit Wadekar passed away at the age of 77 in Mumbai's Jaslok Hospital after suffering from prolonged illness, on Wednesday.
2018-08-15 17:46:49 Read More

Asiad gold medallist sprinter Gnanasekaran hopes someone repeats his effort

At a quiz competition held as part of a college fest here, a question stumped everyone. Who was the last Indian man to win a medal in the 100m or 200m at Asian Games? A majority of the students said Milkha Singh. They were not aware of the feats of Tamil Nadu's R Gnanasekaran, who won silver (100m) and gold (200m) at the Bangkok Asian Games back in 1978.
2018-08-15 16:48:18 Read More

It will be a tough selection for third Test: Buttler

With Ben Stokes back and his replacement at Lord's, Chris Woakes, grabbing the opportunity with a maiden hundred, England could face a selection dilemma ahead of the third Test against India, feels wicketkeeper Jos Buttler.
2018-08-15 16:33:42 Read More

Asian Games: India lose to Bahrain in preliminary men's handball

The Indian men's handball team went down 25-32 to Bahrain in a Group D preliminary match of the Asian Games on Wednesday.
2018-08-15 15:58:54 Read More

Indian coaches live in past, need foreign help: Yogeshwar Dutt

Olympic bronze medallist wrestler Yogeshwar Dutt feels Indian coaches live in the past and lack the hunger to learn new techniques, necessitating the involvement of foreign coaches for the benefit of grapplers.
2018-08-15 15:33:02 Read More

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Indian cricket team hoists tricolour on Independence Day

Skipper Virat Kohli and coach Ravi Shastri led the way as the Indian cricket team hoisted the tricolour on the occasion of the country's 72nd Independence Day in the British capital.
2018-08-15 14:29:55 Read More

Rift in Indian squash bare for all to see

The Squash Rackets Federation of India (SRFI) hit out at Dipika Pallikal, one of the country's top players, for voicing concerns over the lack of a qualified foreign coach.
2018-08-15 14:26:27 Read More

Neena books ticket to Jakarta Asian Games, Nayana fails

Under pouring rains, Kerala's Neena NV qualified for Asian Games in the women's long jump event by leaping to a distance of 6.38m in her fourth attempt in the trials held at the Chandrasekharan Nair Stadium, Thiruvanathpuram on Wednesday.
2018-08-15 13:35:18 Read More

Anand struggling at St Louis Rapid and Blitz event

Five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand again had an average day scoring 3.5 points out of a possible nine and was pushed to the last spot in the St Louis Rapid and Blitz competition here.
2018-08-15 13:09:52 Read More

Indian flag hoisted at Asiad Village on Independence Day

The Indian flag was hoisted by members of the Indian contingent at the Athletes Village of the Asian Games in both Jakarta and Palembang, marking the country's 72nd Independence Day. In Palembang, deputy Chef de Mission Balbir Singh Kushwaha hoisted the tricolour at a simple ceremony which was attended by around 25 athletes, mostly shooters and rowers.
2018-08-15 12:16:32 Read More

Goalkeeper Subasic retires from Croatia's national team

Danijel Subasic says he is retiring from international soccer, becoming the third Croatian player that reached the World Cup final to leave the national team.
2018-08-15 12:01:49 Read More

Cleared Stokes fuels fiery debate about his future

England star Ben Stokes may have been cleared of affray but former cricket luminaries while agreeing his behaviour was well below that expected of a man seen by many as a role model are divided as to whether he should face further punishment.
2018-08-15 11:07:49 Read More

I am yesterday's man looking for next champion: Bindra

Labelling himself as 'yesterday's man', Olympic gold medallist shooter Abhinav Bindra said that the country should focus on finding the next champion instead of talking about his feat.
2018-08-15 10:50:12 Read More

Asian Games: India hope to end medal drought in volleyball

The players on their part can't complain of lack of preparation this time. The men's team had two camps while the women's team has been training at SAI, Bengaluru for the last six months. The men's side also travelled to Doha for a 10-day camp.
2018-08-15 10:33:51 Read More

Unfair to say India are dependent on Kohli: Sangakkara

Former Sri Lanka skipper Kumar Sangakkara feels it is unfair to label India as over-dependent on Virat Kohli and attributes the team's debacle in the first two Tests against England to lack of preparation.
2018-08-15 10:29:41 Read More

'The scars will be there' - Dutee Chand gets Asian Games chance

Four years after she was forced out of the Asian Games in a row over her gender, Indian sprinter Dutee Chand said she was determined to make up for lost time as she finally gets her chance in Indonesia.
2018-08-15 09:51:54 Read More

Asiad history-chasing Vikas Krishan feels no pressure

A medal is not the only thing on accomplished Indian boxer Vikas Krishan's mind heading into the Asian Games, where a podium finish would ensure his name in the history books for an unparalleled feat.
2018-08-15 08:45:12 Read More

It's too early to talk about 5-0 win over India: Bairstow

The Indian team might be at a low ebb after losing the first two Tests but England wicketkeeper-batsman Jonny Bairstow says it is too early to talk about a 5-0 whitewash.
2018-08-15 07:15:45 Read More

Pressure of international cricket was unbearable at times: AB de Villiers

Former South Africa captain AB de Villiers says he is relieved to have quit international cricket as the pressure was unbearable at times.
2018-08-15 06:52:17 Read More

Croatia striker Mario Mandzukic calls time on international career

Mandzukic has announced his retirement from international football almost a month after helping the Balkan nation reach the World Cup final for the first time.
2018-08-15 06:19:20 Read More

Shooters, wrestlers shoulder India's Asian Games hopes

India will bank largely on their shooters, wrestlers and boxers to deliver gold at the Asian Games in Indonesia to better the 57-medal mark they achieved in Incheon four years ago.
2018-08-15 06:00:28 Read More

France's World Cup-winner Steven Nzonzi seals Roma transfer

The 29-year-old midfielder completed his switch to Roma from Sevilla on Tuesday after signing a four-year deal with the Italian side.
2018-08-15 05:17:02 Read More

When the heat is on, it's mind over matter for athletes

The Asian Games start on Saturday and all the effort that athletes from across the continent have put into their preparations over the past many months --in some cases years -- will be put to strenuous test in a matter of just two weeks.
2018-08-15 05:10:19 Read More

Asian Games: The foreign hand in India's success

Like at every mega sports event, India's Asian Games contingent will be accompanied by a large bunch of foreign coaches and experts. Foreign coaches, with due respect to all our national coaches, have shaped the careers of many Indian sporting icons, but have mostly remained unsung.
2018-08-15 04:52:00 Read More

Roger Federer wins, Serena Williams loses in Cincinnati tourney

Federer advanced to the third round with a 6-4, 6-4 victory against Peter Gojowczyk, and Williams was eliminated by eighth-seeded Petra Kvitova in a 6-3, 2-6, 6-3 second-round loss.
2018-08-15 04:38:50 Read More

Indian boxers off to Asiad eyeing a rich haul

"I dyed my hair after the Commonwealth Games. I was determined to change my looks as well as my training style heading into the Asian Games -hair colour to match the colour of the medal. I got it done on the suggestion of one of my friends to give me additional motivation," the bubbly Sarjubala told TOI with a big smile during the sending-off ceremony for the boxing contingent in the Capital.
2018-08-15 04:35:10 Read More

Three failures later, Alastair Cook finds himself in a corner

There were a few questions that were being asked about Alastair Cook's form going into the five-Test series, but he scored a 180 against India 'A' playing for England Lions to silence the doubters. But once the Test series started, Cook has again found himself in a tight corner.
2018-08-15 03:44:10 Read More

'Cricket is Dravid, Laxman batting through the day to beat Australia'

While the author's love affair with Indian cricket started with Tiger Pataudi, he has been great friends with the likes of Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid and VVS Laxman over the years. "My favourite cricketer is an Indian: Dravid. His batting was so beautiful, I have never seen anybody so elegant and correct as Dravid." Jeffrey Archer said.
2018-08-15 03:23:46 Read More

Asian Games: India's medal hopes in badminton

Times Sport takes a brief look at the athletes/teams who can make a podium finish in Indonesia.
2018-08-15 03:20:06 Read More

Indian squad yet to train in nets after Lord's defeat

Sources close to the team insist that "practice sessions at this stage don't make a significant difference". "Coaches talk to the team, try to tell the players where they are going wrong and then work on that in the nets. Extra practice doesn't make any difference at this stage of the tour," a source said.
2018-08-15 02:59:22 Read More

Sri Lanka edge out South Africa by 3 wickets in only T20I

Spinner Lakshan Sandakan starred in Sri Lanka's hard fought three-wicket win over South Africa in the only Twenty20 international after bowling out the visitors for their lowest total in the game's shortest format.
2018-08-14 17:38:53 Read More

Indian boxers will know how good they are at Asiad: Nieva

Indian boxers will know their global standing from their Asian Games show, high performance director Santiago Nieva said on Tuesday and reckoned the draw could play a crucial role in how well the pugilists perform in Jakarta.
2018-08-14 16:53:12 Read More

Coach Harendra introduces All Blacks 'Legacy' to Indian hockey

"Think what you want to leave behind," Harendra asked his boys. In simple terms: What will be your legacy for Indian hockey?, he had asked. The players had never thought that way before. But coach's words did make them curious -- until he explained himself.
2018-08-14 16:44:33 Read More

Fernando Alonso to retire from F1 at end of season

Double world champion Fernando Alonso will retire from Formula One at the end of the season, his team McLaren said in a statement on Tuesday.
2018-08-14 16:24:09 Read More

WATCH - Gambhir's take on India's two losses and home team advantage

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2018-08-14 15:39:53 Read More

Viswanathan Anand finishes ninth in St. Louis Rapid

Five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand had another below-par day with a couple of draws and a defeat, finishing ninth spot in the rapid section of St. Louis Rapid and Blitz tournament that concluded here.
2018-08-14 14:31:51 Read More

Ben Stokes added to England squad for third Test

All-rounder Ben Stokes, who was deemed not guilty of affray charges by a Bristol court on Tuesday, has subsequently been added to the England squad for the third Test starting on Saturday in Nottingham.
2018-08-14 13:58:44 Read More

Yuzvendra Chahal insists on using brain more in red-ball cricket

Rising leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal says "using the brain more" is important while playing red-ball cricket as batsmen tend to attack the bowlers less in the longer format of the game.
2018-08-14 13:23:52 Read More

Asian Games: Shooters check in at Palembang Athletes Village

Members of the Indian contingent on Tuesday began arriving at the Athletes Village here for the Asian Games, with the shooters being the first to check in at their allotted accommodation.
2018-08-14 13:07:21 Read More

Indian batting has been naive, irresponsible and stupid: Boycott

Boycott, who had famously coined the moniker 'Prince of Calcutta' for former India captain Sourav Ganguly, felt that the Indian batsmen lack application while trying to flick outswingers, referring to Murali Vijay's mode of dismissals.
2018-08-14 12:46:16 Read More

Ben Stokes found not guilty of affray over street fight

The 27-year-old -- whose co-defendant Ryan Ali was also found not guilty -- had been charged following a brawl hours after England played the West Indies in a one-day international in Bristol, southwest England, in September last year.
2018-08-14 12:29:42 Read More

Bumrah, Ashwin fit; Kohli in race to get fully fit for third Test

Skipper Virat Kohli is in a race against time to get completely fit for the third Test. He had confirmed his availability albeit with the rider that he might not be able to field or run between the wickets up to a 100 percent of his ability.
2018-08-14 12:07:35 Read More

A look at India's sporting achievements through The Times of India's pages

On August 12, 1948, India won its first Olympic gold medal as an independent nation, when the men's hockey team defeated Great Britain 4-0 in the final of the London Olympics at the Wembley Stadium.
2018-08-14 12:05:30 Read More

TV riches make paying fans less crucial to clubs: Report

Premier League clubs receive so much money from television half of them could still turn a profit even if the stadia were empty, according to the BBC.
2018-08-14 11:42:18 Read More

Asiad: India women's handball team loses to Kazakhstan

The Indian women's handball team began its Asian Games campaign on a losing note as it suffered a 19-36 defeat to Kazakhstan in their preliminary round match here on Tuesday.
2018-08-14 10:56:28 Read More

Asiad: India women's handball team loses to Kazakhstan

The Indian women's handball team began its Asian Games campaign on a losing note as it suffered a 19-36 defeat to Kazakhstan in their preliminary round match here on Tuesday.
2018-08-14 10:56:28 Read More

Indian squash players question role of coaches in Asiad contingent

The Asian Games-bound Indian squash players have questioned the presence of Cyrus Poncha and Bhuvneshwari Kumari as coaches in the contingent, saying they can only play the role of administrators in the continental mega event in Indonesia.
2018-08-14 09:15:39 Read More

Virat Kohli makes emotional appeal to Indian cricket fans

India's dismal run in the ongoing Test series against England has forced India skipper Virat Kohli to post a message on social media in which he appealed to fans to never give up on the team.
2018-08-14 06:43:27 Read More

Ramesh Powar named women's coach till World T20

Former India offspinner Ramesh Powar has been asked to continue as the interim coach of the women's national cricket team until the ICC World T20 scheduled in November 2018.
2018-08-14 05:18:57 Read More

India's top drag-flicker Varun fought poverty to rise to the top

He finished school and then went to various construction sites to pick wooden logs so that he could earn money to buy hockey gear and accessories.
2018-08-14 05:10:32 Read More

I can't see why Prithvi isn't ready for India, says Agarkar

A major reason for India's poor show in the ongoing Test series in England has been the failure of all the three openers - Murali Vijay, KL Rahul and Shikhar Dhawan - on the tour so far.
2018-08-14 04:52:43 Read More

Asiad joyride: AFI ensures favourites are in the squad

For decades, 72-year-old Bahadur Singh has been known as the chief national coach of the Indian athletics. Similarly, Radhakrishnan Nair has, for years, donned the hat of deputy chief national coach.
2018-08-14 04:36:38 Read More

India should not doubt their abilities: Laxman

Among those disappointed with India's abject surrender at Lord's are former India batsman VVS Laxman, who pointed at the team's "lack of belief" as one of the reasons for its lackadaisical show.
2018-08-14 04:25:18 Read More

India's medal hopes at Asian Games

Times Sport takes a brief look at the athletes/teams who can make a podium finish in Indonesia.
2018-08-14 04:13:25 Read More

Rishabh Pant, Jasprit Bumrah may feature in third Test

The practice area at Lord's is just behind the main ground and as the Indian team struggled through the weekend out in the middle, there was one player who was busy in the nets.
2018-08-14 03:35:29 Read More

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Indian women once again lead contingent's charge at Asiad

At the 1970 Asian Games held in Bangkok, Kamaljeet Sandhu created history, becoming the first Indian woman to win a gold medal when she topped the field in the 400m.
2018-08-14 03:17:41 Read More

Kohli-Shastri's acid test after Lord's debacle

It all worked fine as long as India played at home, but in away games in South Africa and England, the results haven't quite gone their way. Fighting defeats are still acceptable, but the question marks are coming thick and fast in the wake of some strange decisions which have let India down.
2018-08-14 02:52:32 Read More

How much has Lionel Messi won with Barcelona

The Argentinian legend became the most honoured player in the club's history on Sunday night, winning his 33rd trophy with Barca as the La Liga champions beat Sevilla 2-1 to win the Spanish Super Cup.
2018-08-14 02:45:07 Read More

Will Virat Kohli be fit in time for third Test?

A humiliation at Lord's in two and a half days hurts. Adding injury to the insult were the back spasms that Virat Kohli suffered during the Test, and the Indian camp will be extremely worried about the skipper ahead of the third in Nottingham in five days' time.
2018-08-14 02:30:10 Read More

Manchester City's David Silva retires from Spain duty

Spanish midfielder David Silva has joined compatriots Andres Iniesta and Gerard Pique in retiring from international football. The 32-year-old Manchester City playmaker won the World Cup in 2010 and the European Championship in 2008 and 2012, a key player during Spain's golden era.
2018-08-13 17:17:13 Read More

Luka pulls out of confirmatory trials, out of Asian Games

Incheon Asian Games' 800m silver medallist Tintu Luka will not feature in this edition of the continental multi-sporting event as she has pulled out of the confirmatory trials called by the Athletics Federation of India on August 15.
2018-08-13 16:40:47 Read More

We hope to comeback with more medals from Asiad: Gopichand

After a brilliant show at the Commonwealth Games and impressive outing at the World Championships, Indian shuttlers are keen to make a mark at the Asian Games.
2018-08-13 16:15:34 Read More

We are favourites to win gold at Asian Games: Sreejesh

Indian hockey captain PR Sreejesh on Monday called his team "favourites" for the Asian Games gold medal and said there aim is to secure an early qualification to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
2018-08-13 16:01:33 Read More

More friendlies with West Asian countries in pipeline: AIFF

Newly-elected vice president of the South West Asian Football Federation Subrata Dutta on Monday said the Indian team will play more friendlies with West Asian teams on a regular basis from now on.
2018-08-13 15:51:24 Read More

No recall for Stokes as England name unchanged third Test squad

Ben Stokes was again omitted as England named an unchanged 13-man squad on Monday for the third Test against India at Trent Bridge starting Saturday, where victory would see them clinch the series.
2018-08-13 15:47:29 Read More

'No chance' Willian would have stayed at Chelsea under Conte

Chelsea winger Willian has admitted there is "no chance" he would have remained at the club had former manager Antonio Conte not been replaced by Maurizio Sarri last month.
2018-08-13 15:46:28 Read More

Iyer, Bawne hit fifties as India A win series 1-0 vs South Africa A

Skipper Shreyas Iyer and senior batsman Ankit Bawne hit patient half centuries after early stutter as India A won the two-match series against South Africa A by 1-0 margin after the second 'Test' ended in a draw.
2018-08-13 14:51:09 Read More

Simona Halep seals spot in WTA Finals

World number one Simona Halep became the first player to qualify for the season-ending WTA Finals in Singapore, the WTA said on Monday.
2018-08-13 14:32:44 Read More

Woods returns to top 30 after lengthy absence

Tiger Woods figured in the world's top 30 rankings on Monday for the first time since 2014 on the back of his exploits at the PGA Championship.
2018-08-13 13:26:49 Read More

ICC Test rankings: Kohli loses top spot to out-of-action Smith

Kohli lost the position to former Australian captain Steve Smith, who is currently serving a one-year ban owing to his role in the ball-tampering scandal against South Africa earlier this year. The India captain played knocks of 23 and 17 even as his side succumbed to 107 and 130 for an innings and 159-run loss at Lord's.
2018-08-13 13:12:06 Read More

It's men against boys now, says Nasser Hussain after India's loss

It is "men against boys" at the moment, says former England captain Nasser Hussain, criticising the lack of fight from India in the second Test while urging the beleaguered visitors to dig deep.
2018-08-13 12:53:28 Read More

India vs England: Ben Stokes set to miss 3rd Test

Stokes is also facing a cricket discipline case which has been put on hold pending the end of criminal proceedings, prompting speculations in the local media that he could also miss the rest of the Test series.
2018-08-13 12:49:16 Read More

Emery needs time to rebuild Arsenal, says Cech

Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech pleaded for patience after Unai Emery's first match as Arsene Wenger's successor ended in a 2-0 defeat to Manchester City.
2018-08-13 12:40:43 Read More

Liverpool lay down the gauntlet to Man City on opening weekend

So often outgunned by the oil wealth of Abu Dhabi backed City or commercial giants Manchester United in recent years, Liverpool were the biggest spenders from the world's richest league this summer with a reported £170 million ($217 million) splurge in the transfer market.
2018-08-13 12:37:21 Read More

Shastri, Kohli might face BCCI questions for England debacle

The BCCI may pose a few questions to chief coach Ravi Shastri and captain Virat Kohli depending on how the 3rd Test against England pans out. The team for the 4th and 5th Test would be picked after the 3rd game, starting in Nottingham on Saturday, the result of which would decide the Board's course of action after a disastrous performance left Virat Kohli and Co. 0-2 down.
2018-08-13 12:04:35 Read More

India were caught in a storm at Lord's: Dean Jones

If the beleaguered Indian team, facing sharp criticism from all quarters after the way it collapsed to an innings & 159 runs defeat at Lord's, needed any sympathy, they have it in plenty from former Australian batsman-turned commentator Dean Jones.
2018-08-13 11:41:04 Read More

Virat Kohli admits selection was off in Lord's Test

India captain Virat Kohli conceded that team combination was "a bit off" in the lost second Test against England and urged his struggling batsmen to "keep it simple" in the head to save the ongoing series.
2018-08-13 11:01:59 Read More

Manika ready for Asian Games challenge after CWG high

Manika rewrote India's Table Tennis history at the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games by winning four medals, including two gold. The 23 year old was India's most successful athlete at the Games.
2018-08-13 10:18:59 Read More

Black car Bolt's only demand on Aussie football foray

Usain Bolt might be a superstar athlete but the fastest man ever won't be getting special treatment when he arrives in Australia in his bid to become a professional footballer.
2018-08-13 08:42:48 Read More

Asian Games: Indian men's handball team loses opening match

The Indian men's handball team, whose participation at the Asian Games got mired into controversy before getting the clearance, began its campaign at the quadrennial event with a 28-38 defeat against Chinese Taipei at the Popki indoor stadium, on Monday.
2018-08-13 08:28:24 Read More

Barcelona fight back to win Spanish Super Cup

Barcelona battled back to defeat Sevilla 2-1 and win the Spanish Super Cup on Sunday with French World Cup winner Ousmane Dembele hitting a sensational winner to help give Lionel Messi a winning start as captain.
2018-08-13 07:52:12 Read More

James Anderson is a special commodity: Joe Root

Effusive in his praise for very effective James Anderson, England skipper Joe Root says the veteran paceman is a "special commodity", who is getting better with age.
2018-08-13 07:32:38 Read More

Former Indian cricketers slam Kohli and Co after Lord's debacle

India's abject surrender in the first two Tests against England has drawn sharp criticism from some of the country's celebrated former cricketers, who hoped the side would have the strength to bounce back.
2018-08-13 07:07:44 Read More

Nadal downs Tsitsipas to win Toronto Masters

Rafael Nadal held off a late surge from birthday boy Stefanos Tsitsipas to claim the 80th title of his career with victory at the Toronto Masters on Sunday.
2018-08-13 06:43:30 Read More

There is no technical deficiency in our batting: Virat Kohli

India captain Virat Kohli feels his team's mounting batting troubles are more mental than technical and has urged his fellow batsmen to "keep it simple" in the head to save ongoing Test series against England.
2018-08-13 06:22:51 Read More

India's top footballing talents on the horizon

At a time when the beautiful game looks set to reclaim its place in the country's sporting hierarchy, TOI picks out India's top footballing talents on the horizon.
2018-08-13 05:34:06 Read More

Viraj Madappa wins maiden Asian title

Young Viraj Madappa couldn't have chosen a better place to announce his arrival on the big stage. In front of a goodly Sunday crowd, in excess of 2500, and in a quality field, the 20-year-old came up with a sensational four-under 67 under pressure on the final day to annex his maiden Asian tour title at the KGA here.
2018-08-13 05:12:31 Read More

Gautam Gambhir: India must still think of at least drawing the series

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Stalkers, pesky neighbours couldn't curb Savita's resolve

She used to travel 30 kilometres from Jodhkan village to Maharaja Agrasain Girls Senior Secondary School in Sirsa town to hone her hockey skills - six times a week. The school was the only place near her village where there were hockey coaches as well as infrastructure.
2018-08-13 04:04:14 Read More

Vaishali becomes India’s latest Woman Grandmaster

The 17-year-old elder sister of R Praggnanandhaa -- who became the second youngest GM in the world in June this year -- got her third and final WGM norm on Sunday at the 8th Riga Technical University (RTU) Open chess tournament.
2018-08-13 04:02:40 Read More

Woakes says not right to compare him with Stokes

Woakes has been around for a while, but Stokes and Sam Curran had made things difficult for the 24-year-old when he was away from the game with a hamstring injury.
2018-08-13 03:40:43 Read More

Team's meek display reminds Engineer of 'Summer of 74'

With the fall of every wicket at Lord's on Sunday afternoon, the whispers got louder: "This hurts more than the 42 all out." Back in 1974 at Lord's, the Indian team in their second innings, was all out for 42, which till date remains the lowest total for India in Test cricket.
2018-08-13 03:16:34 Read More

The spectre of England legend James Anderson

The England pacer's 100th wicket at Lord's put him in the august company of Sri Lanka's spin legend Muralitharan, the world's leading Test wicket-taker with 800 scalps, who has taken 100 wickets in Galle, Kandy and at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo.
2018-08-13 02:52:32 Read More

2nd Test: Broad, Anderson blow away hapless India inside three days

India folded up for 130 to lose the second Test at Lord's by an innings and 159 runs. England are 2-0 up in the series and further humiliation could be round the corner.
2018-08-13 02:49:17 Read More

I will be fine in five days' time, says Virat Kohli

India captain Virat Kohli batted with a lower back pain in the second Test against England but is confident of regaining full fitness ahead of the next game starting at Nottingham on August 18.
2018-08-12 17:54:32 Read More

EPL: Stylish Manchester City spoil Emery's Arsenal bow

Manchester City ruined the start of the Unai Emery era at Arsenal as the champions signalled their intent to retain the Premier League title with a stylish 2-0 win on Sunday.
2018-08-12 17:15:09 Read More

Provide facilities if you want Olympic medal, says Vinesh

Vinesh Phogat says India expects Olympic medals from its wrestlers but the grapplers do not have access to world class facilities required to produce such champions, though there has been "slight improvement" in training conditions.
2018-08-12 16:31:38 Read More

5th ODI: Dananjaya's six wickets hand Sri Lanka 178-run victory

Akila Dananjaya claimed six scalps and picked up widespread tributes as Sri Lanka hammered South Africa by 178 runs in the final one-day international on Sunday.
2018-08-12 16:13:31 Read More

EPL: Two-goal Mane praises 'strong' Liverpool teamwork

Senegal's Sadio Mane said Liverpool's free-scoring is due to good teamwork after his brace helped last season's Champions League finalists to an impressive 4-0 thrashing of West Ham in their Premier League opener on Sunday.
2018-08-12 16:00:27 Read More

India vs England: Woakes joins elite Lord's club

Chris Woakes became just the 10th player in history to have scored a hundred and taken five or more wickets in a Test innings at Lord's when he reached three figures in the ongoing second Test against India.
2018-08-12 15:47:27 Read More

EPL: Salah on target as Liverpool start with easy win

Mohamed Salah opened his account for the new campaign as Liverpool backed up pre-season hype they can challenge champions Manchester City for the Premier League title by sweeping aside West Ham 4-0 at Anfield.
2018-08-12 15:28:58 Read More

Madappa becomes youngest Indian to win Asian Tour title

Twenty-year-old Viraj Madappa delighted the home crowd with a four-under-par 67 to claim a two-shot victory at the TAKE Solutions Masters on Sunday, becoming the youngest Indian golfer to win on the Asian Tour.
2018-08-12 14:40:11 Read More

South Africa A 294/7 against India A on rain-marred Day 3

India A Pacer Ankit Rajpoot grabbed two wickets to reduce South Africa A to 294 for 7 at stumps on a rain-marred day 3 as the second unofficial Test headed towards a draw on Sunday.
2018-08-12 14:31:12 Read More

South Africa A 294/7 against India A on rain-marred Day 3

India A Pacer Ankit Rajpoot grabbed two wickets to reduce South Africa A to 294 for 7 at stumps on a rain-marred day 3 as the second unofficial Test headed towards a draw on Sunday.
2018-08-12 14:31:12 Read More

Anand tied fourth after first day of St. Louis rapid chess

Five times world champion Viswanathan Anand had a mixed opening day with a win, a loss and a draw in the St. Louis rapid and blitz chess event that got underway on Sunday.
2018-08-12 14:17:29 Read More

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Lorenzo holds off Marquez to win Austrian MotoGP

Jorge Lorenzo struck the final blow in a dog fight with fellow Spaniard Marc Marquez, overtaking at the start of the final lap on Sunday to win the Austrian MotoGP.
2018-08-12 14:06:35 Read More

WATCH - Looks difficult but not impossible: Gambhir

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Gautam Gambhir exclusively on Timesofindia.com

Think of Gautam Gambhir and you will think of a cricketer who gives his 100 percent on the field every time he plays. A man who wears his heart on his sleeve, Gautam is one of the finest batsmen India has produced.
2018-08-12 13:13:21 Read More

Anderson first bowler to take 100 Test wickets at Lord's

England pace bowler James Anderson became the first man to take 100 Test wickets at Lord's when he dismissed India opener Murali Vijay without scoring for the second time in the match on the fourth day of the second Test on Sunday.
2018-08-12 12:24:23 Read More

Top archer Verma confident of winning two medals in Asian Games

Top Indian archer Abhishek Verma is still confident of clinching two medals in the Asian Games, the same number he won in the last edition, despite the compound section he competed in will not have individual events this time.
2018-08-12 12:03:48 Read More

Belgium's Naert wins men's European marathon title

Belgian Koen Naert stormed to victory in the men's marathon race at the European athletics championships in Berlin on Sunday, winning in a championship record of two hours, nine minutes and 51 seconds.
2018-08-12 11:02:30 Read More

Japan's Keisuke Honda to manage Cambodia national team

Japanese star forward Keisuke Honda signed on as general manager of Cambodia's national team Sunday in a move that brings high-profile talent to a much-loved but struggling side.
2018-08-12 10:54:21 Read More

Live Score: Sri Lanka vs South Africa, 5th ODI

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Ajay Jayaram finishes runners-up at Vietnam Open

Indian shuttler Ajay Jayaram had to be content with a runners-up finish at the Vietnam Open after losing the final to Shesar Hiren Rhustavito of Indonesia.
2018-08-12 10:05:16 Read More

Live, 2nd Test: India in trouble, Pujara departs

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Nadal sets up showdown with birthday boy Tsitsipas

Rafael Nadal beat Karen Khachanov 7-6 (7/3), 6-4 on Saturday to set up a final with birthday boy Stefano Tsitsipas at the Toronto Masters.
2018-08-12 08:09:21 Read More

There was no help for bowlers in post-lunch session: Pandya

The lack of assistance for bowlers during the post-lunch session on the third day was a major reason for England's complete control over India in the second Test, feels all-rounder Hardik Pandya.
2018-08-12 07:32:59 Read More

Srikanth, Prannoy need to find alternative plan for Asiad success: Vimal Kumar

Former India coach Vimal Kumar feels that Kidambi Srikanth and HS Prannoy need to have an alternative plan when put under pressure if they want to win medals at the upcoming Asian Games in Indonesia.
2018-08-12 07:23:01 Read More

Virat Kohli misses trick as spinners are rendered ineffective

Virat Kohli opted for R Ashwin and Kuldeep Yadav and when it came to India's chance to bowl, they only had Mohammad Shami and Ishant Sharma as their pace options, Hardik Pandya being the back-up.
2018-08-12 05:44:25 Read More

Really enjoying my contest with Kohli, says Anderson

What has been the most impressive aspect about James Anderson this series has been the amount of bowling he has done. At 36, it's not easy to run in full steam for an hour every session but Anderson has been able to do that with a degree of ease.
2018-08-12 05:37:36 Read More

Sreejesh's understudy, Krishan worked at construction sites

"I am an orphan now. I have no one waiting for me at home. I am not sure if I have a place, which I can call home. I have suffered so many setbacks in my life; had it not been for hockey, I may have landed in the clutches of drugs," Krishan Pathak tells TOI.
2018-08-12 04:24:10 Read More

Fighting 'inequality', Sonia Lather aims for Asiad glory

When Sonia Lather took to boxing, her motive was to fight the blatant gender bias in her hometown and to shame her town folks who stigmatised women who took up contact sports.
2018-08-12 03:48:09 Read More

Indian batsmen's lack of preparation is evident: Gavaskar

India's bowlers have once again raised their hand and taken the responsibility of giving the team a chance to come back in the second Test at Lord's.
2018-08-12 03:35:20 Read More

In 70 minutes 70 years ago, independent India won its first Olympic gold

England had refused to play India pre-independence as it was one of their colonies. But they had no choice in the 1948 Olympics final, which India won 4-0 to clinch their first gold as an independent nation and the tricolour was hoisted for the first time at the Olympics.
2018-08-12 02:00:00 Read More

Joe Root backs Adil Rashid amidst selection row

"Obviously I was in favour of the selection and I think it gives us a really great attacking spinning option. In terms of the criticism, people are entitled to their opinion and can voice what they want. I probably think it's slightly unfair," Root said.
2018-08-01 03:19:23 Read More

'Uncluttered' Virat Kohli ready for English summer

Indian captain Virat Kohli revealed that not following what has been written about him has gone a long way in uncluttering his head. It is a significant change that has happened since the last time he came here.
2018-08-01 02:56:37 Read More

Virat Kohli's India look to set a few past records right against England

One of the most crucial cricket series in recent years for Virat Kohli's men, the contest starts with the Birmingham Test at Edgbaston on Wednesday. Much has been said and written since the Kohli-Ravi Shastri duo took over reins of the Indian team a season or two ago, shaping its philosophy and traversing that well-publicized path.
2018-08-01 02:45:25 Read More

Women's Hockey World Cup: India beat Italy 3-0 to enter quarters

India scored through Lalremsiami, Neha Goyal and Vandana Katariya to win 3-0 and book a meeting with Ireland in the last-eight stage of the tournament in London
2018-07-31 18:36:32 Read More

Kohli's ability to accept weak areas sets him apart: Tendulkar

Iconic Sachin Tendulkar says India captain Virat Kohli's ability to identify his weak areas and determination to improve is "the best part about him".
2018-07-31 15:57:39 Read More

Two Indians in WGC field for first time as Lahiri, Sharma tee off

While Lahiri plays his first WGC of the year, Sharma, just 21, features in a third successive WGC in his breakout year.
2018-07-31 14:10:17 Read More

Bale can fill Ronaldo void, says Real coach Lopetegui

Real Madrid's Gareth Bale has the qualities to fill the void left by his fellow forward Cristiano Ronaldo's move to Juventus, the Spanish side's new manager Julen Lopetegui has said.
2018-07-31 13:58:49 Read More

I was reluctant but joined NADA panel on request of Rathore: Sehwag

His absence from the hearings of a NADA panel raising eyebrows, former India opener Virender Sehwag on Tuesday said he was reluctant to be a part of the committee and joined only because Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore had requested.
2018-07-31 13:57:23 Read More

India are only side which can beat England in their own backyard: Jadeja

All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja exuded confidence ahead of the series opener, saying India are the only side which can beat England in its own backyard.
2018-07-31 13:27:12 Read More

Boat racing team to be added to India's Asiad squad

Abhay Singh, one of the athletes in the boat racing squad, had filed a petition in the Delhi High Court against the IOA's decision to not send a team of the water sport at the Games as it did not meet the eligibility criteria.
2018-07-31 12:58:23 Read More

Javelin thrower Amit tests positive, suspended by AFI

Reportedly, Amit was tested in Finland during the exposure trip in June. The tests were conducted by Finland's anti-doping agency on the directions of the Athletes' Integrity Unit of the IAAF.
2018-07-31 12:40:20 Read More

Rashid to be England's lone specialist spinner in India opener

Adil Rashid faced further pressure ahead of his controversial recall to the England Test side for their series opener against India at Edgbaston when it was announced Tuesday he would be the lone specialist spinner in their XI.
2018-07-31 12:38:33 Read More

Odisha government launches publicity campaign for hockey World Cup

With less than four months to go for the men's hockey World Cup, the Odisha government has launched a 360 degree nation-wide publicity campaign to bring fans closer to the sport.
2018-07-31 12:35:03 Read More

Anderson does not expect Kohli to be as fallible as before

England cannot expect to bully a much-improved India captain Virat Kohli in their five-match Test series that begins at Edgbaston on Wednesday, pace bowler James Anderson said.
2018-07-31 11:41:15 Read More

Why Virat Kohli needs to silence his critics in England

Someone who can conquer all conditions is no doubt a complete player. So much talk ahead of the five-Test series has been on Virat's inability to tackle seam and bounce on the 2014 tour, that it's easy to forget that there will be 10 other players playing along with him.
2018-07-31 11:03:01 Read More

Indian hockey team to round off Asiad preparation with 11-day camp

The Indian men's hockey team will round off its preparations for the upcoming Asian Games with an 11-day camp at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) centre in Bengaluru starting on Wednesday.
2018-07-31 10:32:05 Read More

India eye perfect start to English summer in home team's 1000th Test

For India to win the series this time around both batsmen will have to turn a corner in form and application. While the team management is singing praises for Pujara, it is believed that Rahul could bat at number three, if the Dhawan-Vijay opening combination is retained.
2018-07-31 09:51:55 Read More

India's limited overs New Zealand tour to start on January 23

India's tour to New Zealand early next year, which will comprise five ODIs and three T20 Internationals, will start with the first One-day International in Napier on January 23.
2018-07-31 09:32:05 Read More

Asiad: Ministry steps in to help, athletes can breathe easy

Indian athletes who take part in non-affiliated sports can now breathe easy. The Sports Ministry has stepped in and assured athletes and federations of non-affiliated sports who were selected to participate in the upcoming Asian Games in Jakarta, Indonesia that all expenses for their uniforms will be borne by the Ministry.
2018-07-31 09:14:53 Read More

Saina, Srikanth win at World Badminton Championships

Top Indian shuttlers Saina Nehwal and Kidambi Srikanth notched up comfortable victories over their respective opponents to make an impressive start at the BWF World Championships on Tuesday.
2018-07-31 08:10:33 Read More

'New Man' Neymar confesses exaggeration at World Cup

Neymar has insisted his on-field antics during the World Cup 2018 were not because he fell too much, but because he "crumbled" as the Brazilian admitted he can be a "brat" and "piss people off ".
2018-07-31 05:34:43 Read More

I would play Kuldeep Yadav over other spinners: Dilip Vengsarkar

Former India captain and chief selector Dilip Vengsarkar feels that the Indian team is very strong at the moment. At least on paper, they look very good.
2018-07-31 04:50:28 Read More

Blast from the past: When India promised a lot but lost steam

TOI looks at how the 2014 English summer panned out for India, one in which they promised a lot in the beginning and then lost steam.
2018-07-31 04:17:41 Read More

Top five memorable spells by Indian pacers in England

Indian fast bowlers have used the English conditions to produce some memorable displays. TOI lists its top 5.
2018-07-31 03:41:04 Read More

Ashwin and Pandya give batting depth to India: Sunil Gavaskar

At the start of the year, the Indian cricket team had three major challenges ahead of them and if they overcame those then they would indisputably be the No. 1 ranked team in the eyes of the whole cricketing world.
2018-07-31 03:00:04 Read More

Women's Hockey World Cup: 'Italian job' will be India's test of character

Yet to taste a win, India have huffed and puffed their way into the next stage of the Women's Hockey World Cup in London. From here on, though, nothing but a win will take them ahead. To accomplish that, Rani Rampal & Co need to do an 'Italian job' and send the team that has been the tournament's revelation, home.
2018-07-31 02:27:12 Read More

Indian are Test No.1 for a reason, says Alastair Cook

"India seem to have got a good variety of bowlers, especially pace bowlers, which is probably unusual. They have strength of depth in their pace bowling," said Cook ahead of the first Test.
2018-07-30 16:29:24 Read More

Need to respect English conditions, be patient: Rahane

"In England, patience is the key. It depends on the weather -- if it's sunny, it's good to bat; but if it gets cloudy, then definitely it's good for the bowlers," India's Test vice-captain said.
2018-07-30 15:55:41 Read More

Constantine says sorry after FIFA U-17 World Cup team criticism

Indian football coach Stephen Constantine on Monday "apologised" for his unsavoury comments on the youth team's performance in the FIFA U-17 World Cup last year.
2018-07-30 15:51:56 Read More

PM Narendra Modi interacts with CWG TT medallists

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday interacted with the Commonwealth Games 2018 medal-winning paddlers, including Manika Batra and Achanta Sharath Kamal.
2018-07-30 14:56:26 Read More

FIFPro complains of insufficient break for World Cup players

Global footballers' union FIFPro says that at least 15 World Cup players have taken part in UEFA club competitions less than four weeks after returning from Russia, leaving without a sufficient close season break.
2018-07-30 14:48:57 Read More

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Karman Kaur only 6th Indian to crack WTA top-200

Before Karman, Sania Mirza, Nirupama Vaidyanathan, Shikha Uberoi, Sunitha Rao and Ankita Raina had made it to top-200 in WTA rankings.
2018-07-30 13:32:26 Read More

HS Prannoy storms into second round at World Badminton C'ships

Indian shuttler HS Prannoy dished out a commanding performance to storm into the second round of the World Badminton Championships at Nanjing, China on Monday.
2018-07-30 13:03:07 Read More

India colts trounce SL by six wickets in first Youth ODI

In a lopsided first game of the five-match series in Colombo on Monday, the Indian colts won by six wickets after bowling out the hosts for 143.
2018-07-30 12:49:08 Read More

Women's Hockey World Cup: Pumped up India face Italy in knockouts

Bolstered by the campaign-saving draw against a mighty USA, the Indian women's hockey team will fancy its chances against lower-ranked Italy in the cross-over World Cup match on Tuesday.
2018-07-30 12:43:22 Read More

Inducted in NADA panel, Sehwag yet to attend hearings

On November 9 last year, Sehwag was included in the six-member panel along with Justice RV Easwar (head), advocate Vibha Datta Makhija, former Delhi captain Vinay Lamba, Dr Naveen Dang and Dr Harsh Mahajan.
2018-07-30 12:24:33 Read More

Be angry and challenge Kohli, Vaughan's message to England

Be angry and challenge Virat Kohli, urged former captain Michael Vaughan to an English side hosting an ambitious India, for long seeking to shed the poor travellers' tag, in a highly-anticipated Test series.
2018-07-30 12:01:49 Read More

Rafael Nadal stays on top of ATP rankings

Georgia's Nikoloz Basilashvili jumped 46 places to be 35th, while Matteo Berrettini of Italy rocketed 30 positions to be 54th.
2018-07-30 11:59:49 Read More

Rafael Nadal stays on top of ATP rankings

Georgia's Nikoloz Basilashvili jumped 46 places to be 35th, while Matteo Berrettini of Italy rocketed 30 positions to be 54th.
2018-07-30 11:59:49 Read More

Olga Danilovic jumps 75 spots in WTA rankings

The Serbian teenager jumped from 187th to 112th behind an unchanged top 10 led by Simona Halep, Carolina Wozniacki and Sloane Stephens.
2018-07-30 11:45:16 Read More

Thomas hailed as 'Perfect Poster boy' after Tour de France win

Geraint Thomas was labelled the "Perfect Poster Boy" on Monday after the British Team Sky rider deposed teammate and four-time champion Chris Froome to win the Tour de France.
2018-07-30 11:39:09 Read More

ICC congratulates England for their 1000th Test

"On behalf of the cricket family, I want to congratulate England on their 1000th men's Test match, the first country to reach this milestone," ICC chairman Shashank Manohar said in a statement.
2018-07-30 11:18:14 Read More

Chance for Kohli to topple Smith in ICC Test rankings

India captain Virat Kohli will look to snatch the coveted number-one position from Australia's Steve Smith in the ICC Test Player Rankings during the five-Test series which is beginning with the first Test in Birmingham on Wednesday.
2018-07-30 11:09:43 Read More

Vijay Mallya 'devastated' to lose control of Force India F1 team

Vijay Mallya is 'devastated' to have lost control of the Force India Formula One team but the embattled tycoon should still have a say in what happens next, according to his right-hand man Bob Fernley.
2018-07-30 09:37:48 Read More

Delhi government yet to honour Manika Batra with cash reward

As per the existing policy of the Delhi government, a CWG gold medallist gets Rs 14 lakh for gold, Rs 10 lakh for silver and Rs 6 lakh for bronze. Since the amount of the cash prize was a lot lesser than what the athletes from Haryana and Tamil Nadu get, a revised proposal had gone to the Delhi government for approval.
2018-07-30 09:26:53 Read More

No bottle? Sauber's Ericsson races thirsty

Sauber's Swedish Formula One driver Marcus Ericsson has revealed that he has raced thirsty for years because he has ditched his car's water bottle in order to save weight.
2018-07-30 06:58:01 Read More

HS Prannoy storms into second round at World Badminton Championships

Indian shuttler HS Prannoy dished out a commanding performance to storm into the second round of the World Badminton Championships at Nanjing, China on Monday.
2018-07-30 06:48:20 Read More

Lin Dan ruthless in worlds opener

Chinese superstar Lin Dan rolled back the years and made a fast start to his challenge at the badminton World Championships on Monday.
2018-07-30 06:45:24 Read More

Ball-tampering a 'cry for help' in unbalanced sport: Dale Steyn

Dale Steyn, one of the most prolific wicket-takers of his generation, did not condone the actions of the Cape Town trio but said the incident exposed the need for cricket to change to prevent the loss of the art of reverse swing bowling.
2018-07-30 06:35:00 Read More

Sturridge keen to revive Liverpool career after pre-season run

Daniel Sturridge is looking to put his injury troubles behind him and re-establish himself in the Liverpool side for the upcoming campaign.
2018-07-30 05:41:21 Read More

Luiz aiming to stay at Chelsea and flourish under Sarri

Chelsea defender David Luiz has dismissed speculation about a potential departure from the Premier League club and said he is aiming to win titles under new manager Maurizio Sarri.
2018-07-30 05:35:35 Read More

Neymar admits exaggerated reactions at World Cup in ad

Neymar used a sponsor's ad to admit he exaggerated some of his reactions after being fouled during the World Cup in Russia. The video, published on Sunday and broadcast on several Brazilian TV networks, features the striker accepting criticism for the first time and promising to pick himself up.
2018-07-30 04:57:22 Read More

Kapil Dev to play for India again

After retiring from cricket 24 years ago, former India captain Kapil Dev is going to represent the country again. But this time, it's not with bat and ball, but as a golfer.
2018-07-30 04:49:37 Read More

Stars from TN carry India's hopes in squash, table tennis at Asian Games

We often consider Chennai to be the city of cricket and chess due to the number of stars the disciplines have produced, but racquet sports are not too far behind.
2018-07-30 04:22:58 Read More

When Dravid, Tendulkar and Ganguly all hit tons in a Test

In this series, TOI looks at past tours of India to England.
2018-07-30 03:54:21 Read More

Broad accepts England quicks could be rested

Stuart Broad says he and his fellow England pacemen may have to accept being rested during the upcoming Test series with India.
2018-07-30 03:32:54 Read More

Virat Kohli vs Joe Root: Who will win Round 3?

While it's a known fact that Joe Root puts a massive value on his wicket, a big motivation, obviously, has to be his competition with Indian captain Virat Kohli for the 'Batsman of the series' honours.
2018-07-30 03:32:53 Read More

Top 10 masterclass innings by Indians in England

Batsmen from the sub-continent have historically struggled in cold, damp and seam-friendly English conditions, but there have been some efforts by Indians that have been nothing short of a real masterclass.
2018-07-30 03:13:54 Read More

Isner joins elite club of Americans with fifth Atlanta title

John Isner joined elite company when he saved four of five break points en route to beating compatriot Ryan Harrison 5-7, 6-3, 6-4 to win the Atlanta Open for the fifth time on Sunday.
2018-07-30 03:12:27 Read More

Women's Hockey WC: India hold USA 1-1 to stay alive

India got the all-important equaliser through skipper Rani Rampal as they needed just a draw to make it to the crossover matches that will decide the last four quarter-finalists. USA crash out of the tournament.
2018-07-29 17:56:49 Read More

Graham Prior's death a major loss for South African squash, say players

South African players have termed the death of junior squash team coach Graham Prior a huge loss for the sport in the country.
2018-07-29 17:37:34 Read More

Thomas takes maiden title as Sky extend Tour de France reign

Geraint Thomas tightened Team Sky's grip on the Tour de France when he handed the British outfit their sixth title in seven years on Sunday and there is no sign that their domination will end anytime soon.
2018-07-29 17:21:40 Read More

Ranatunga, De Silva's names in match-fixing complaint: Ex-SLC boss

Former Sri Lanka Cricket president Thilanga Sumathipala on Sunday made the allegation that 1996 World Cup winners Arjuna Ranatunga and Aravinda de Silva were the first players from the country to be named for alleged match-fixing.
2018-07-29 17:05:05 Read More

Neeraj Chopra wins gold, beats Cheng ahead of Asiad showdown

Star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on Sunday won a gold in the Savo Games in Finland with an impressive performance, beating his Chinese Taipei rival Chao-Tsun Cheng as the duo warmed up for an Asian Games showdown.
2018-07-29 16:04:59 Read More

Kohli would like to prove his best batsman tag: Shastri

Coming into the upcoming series, all eyes are on Kohli, who has evolved as one of the finest batsmen in the world in the last four years.
2018-07-29 15:44:07 Read More

Lewis Hamilton stretches F1 lead with Hungarian GP triumph

Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton won the Hungarian Grand Prix from pole position for Mercedes on Sunday to go into the August break with a 24-point lead over Ferrari rival Sebastian Vettel.
2018-07-29 15:12:45 Read More

Women's Hockey World Cup Live: India vs USA

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2018-07-29 15:08:27 Read More

Smriti Mandhana hits joint fastest fifty in women T20s

Mandhana reached the landmark in 18 balls in a Kia Super League match in England to equal the record of New Zealand's Sophie Devine.
2018-07-29 14:31:07 Read More

India coach Constantine slams IOA's decision to bar Asian Games participation

India's football team coach Stephen Constantine on Sunday said the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has made an appalling decision of not sending the men's and women's teams to the Asian Games to be held in Indonesia in August.
2018-07-29 14:23:16 Read More

Bopanna focused on winning medals at Asian Games

“I believe we have a chance to win medals, not only in doubles but in singles as well," said India's 38-year-old veteran tennis star.
2018-07-29 14:00:58 Read More

Jose Mourinho frustrated with under-strength Manchester United squad

On Saturday, United were torn apart by Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool 4-1 at Ann Arbor, Michigan, in the Red Devils' penultimate game before facing Real Madrid in Miami on Tuesday.
2018-07-29 13:22:43 Read More

Berrettini stuns Bautista Agut for career-first title in Gstaad

Italy's Matteo Berrettini overcame second seed Roberto Bautista Agut 7-6(9), 6-4 to win his first title at the Swiss Open in Gstaad on Sunday.
2018-07-29 12:59:27 Read More

Wrestlers Bajrang, Pinki win gold in Yasar Dogu

Indian wrestlers returned with 10 medals, including seven by women, from the ranking event in Istanbul, Turkey.
2018-07-29 12:27:01 Read More

South African junior squash coach Graham Prior dies in Chennai

South African junior squash coach and manager Graham Prior died in Chennai on Sunday after suffering a cardiac arrest. He was 67. Prior was here as South African team's coach, who were taking part in the World Junior Squash Championship.
2018-07-29 12:04:18 Read More

North Korean athletes arrive in South for joint Asiad training

The two Koreas agreed last month to field joint teams in three sports -- canoeing, rowing and women's basketball -- at the Asiad in Jakarta and Palembang from August 18 to September 2.
2018-07-29 11:16:03 Read More

1st ODI: Rabada, Shamsi set up South Africa's five-wicket win

Fast bowlers Kagiso Rabada and spinner Tabraiz Shamsi picked up four wickets each to set up South Africa's five-wicket victory against Sri Lanka in the first one-day international at Dambulla on Sunday.
2018-07-29 11:00:16 Read More

India won't feel Bhuvneshwar's absence: Darren Gough

The former England pacer spoke about the different options available to skipper Virat Kohli in both pace and spin departments and remarked that India's well-rounded attack is suitable for any pitch that is laid out in this ensuing series against England.
2018-07-29 10:58:33 Read More

Shiv Kapur finishes second at Royal Cup, Bhullar 10th

Defending champion Shiv Kapur of India made a mistake on either side of the turn at the ninth and 10th holes to finish tied second at the Royal Cup golf tournament here on Sunday.
2018-07-29 10:42:59 Read More

Sindhu, Srikanth lead Indian challenge at World Championship

Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu will look to break the jinx of losing major finals and better the colour of her medal when she spearheads the Indian challenge at the prestigious World Championship, starting on Monday.
2018-07-29 09:44:18 Read More

Asiad gold medal winner battles disease, official apathy

Hakam Singh Bhattal (64), an Asian Games gold medallist athlete and Dhyan Chand award winner, is seriously ill in Sangrur hospital, battling serious liver and kidney ailments.
2018-07-29 04:52:09 Read More

Can Virat Kohli go past his 'final frontier'?

For years, we have come to believe that unless a batsman has done well in England, his CV is not complete. The fact that Kohli managed only 134 from 10 innings in 2014 put a serious question mark over his ability against the moving ball and that is one area the Indian captain would like to address.
2018-07-29 04:02:15 Read More

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India vs England: Blast from the past

In this series, TOI looks at past tours of India to England.
2018-07-29 03:43:36 Read More

Successful Indian captains in England

Millennials might be unaware of its significance, but 1971 continues to be a watershed year in Indian cricket, when the team notched up historic series wins over West Indies and England away from home.
2018-07-29 02:53:47 Read More

Can Virat Kohli inspire his team to a series win in England?

'A captain is as good as his team' is one of those cliches we have got tired of listening to. But there's a ring of truth to the expression, and as we get down to analyse captain Virat Kohli's chances in England, the first thing that we are left to ponder over is the quality of the team that he has at hand.
2018-07-29 02:26:59 Read More

I took action against Force India to save jobs: Sergio Perez

Mexican Formula One driver Sergio Perez said on Saturday he sent the Force India team he drives for into administration to save the jobs of 400 colleagues.
2018-07-28 17:34:58 Read More

Even groundsmen don't know how pitch will behave: Broad

England pacer Stuart Broad on Saturday said even the groundstaff won't be able to predict how the 22-yard strip would behave during the first Test against India, as searing heat soaked all the moisture from the Edgbaston pitch.
2018-07-28 17:20:31 Read More

Bajrang, Sandeep in final of Yasar Dogu International

India's Asian Games medal hopefuls Bajrang Punia and Sandeep Tomar put up an impressive show at the Yasar Dogu International by reaching the gold medal rounds while Vicky settled for a bronze in freestyle wrestling in Istanbul.
2018-07-28 16:07:54 Read More

Geraint Thomas virtually secures Tour de France title

Britain's Geraint Thomas virtually secured his maiden Tour de France triumph after finishing third in the penultimate stage time trial in the Basque country on Saturday.
2018-07-28 15:58:30 Read More

BCCI grapples with domicile loophole for new teams

The BCCI is working overtime to ensure the new teams have a smooth passage to first-class cricket. Besides grappling with the fixtures of the domestic calendar, the board faces the task of ensuring local talent get their due in the teams from Northeast, Bihar, Uttarakhand and Puducherry.
2018-07-28 15:42:14 Read More

I am excited but nervous too, says Dinesh Karthik

He is nervous but Dinesh Karthik can't escape a feeling of deja vu as he gets ready to don the big gloves in a Test series in England exactly 10 years after his impressive knocks against the same opposition.
2018-07-28 15:37:05 Read More

Kohli's extra motivation could prove to be dangerous for England: Gooch

Former England captain Graham Gooch reckons Virat Kohli's "extra motivation" could prove to be dangerous for the home side in what will be a tight Test series due to the prevailing heatwave in the country.
2018-07-28 14:50:43 Read More

Kuldeep shouldn't play at the expense of Ashwin: Hussey

Michael Hussey, who represented Australia in 79 Tests, 185 ODIs and 38 T20s is currently doing commentary at the ongoing third edition of the TNPL. He spoke on the upcoming India-England series, why Ashwin should play ahead of Kuldeep Yadav and more.
2018-07-28 14:46:05 Read More

Heena Sidhu hopes to break Asian Games gold medal jinx

India's performance at the Commonwealth Games held in Gold Coast, Australia, earlier this year has raised hopes of a strong showing at the Asian Games that will take place in the Indonesian cities of Jakarta and Palembang between August 18 and September 2.
2018-07-28 14:34:00 Read More

Wang strolls past Linette to set up all-Chinese Jiangxi Open final

China's second seed Wang Qiang produced a clinical display to reach her first WTA final with a 7-5 6-2 win over Poland's Magda Linette at the Jiangxi Open on Saturday.
2018-07-28 14:33:52 Read More

Lewis Hamilton on pole for Hungarian Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton grabbed pole for the Hungarian Grand Prix on his final flying lap in rain-hit qualifying on Saturday with Valtteri Bottas in second for a Mercedes front row lock-out. ​
2018-07-28 14:27:47 Read More

Ozil shines on return as Arsenal crush PSG in Singapore

Mesut Ozil enjoyed a successful return to action at the end of a tumultuous week as the German midfielder scored the opening goal for Arsenal in a 5-1 victory over a makeshift Paris St Germain side in a pre-season friendly in Singapore on Saturday.
2018-07-28 14:06:41 Read More

Dhoni advised me to avoid reading newspapers, reveals Shreyas Iyer

Indian batsman Shreyas Iyer has revealed that veteran wicketkeeper-batsman Mahendra Singh Dhoni advised him to stay away from all sorts of media platforms in order to stay focused.
2018-07-28 13:45:32 Read More

Neeraj, Hima to take part in prestigious Continental Cup

Seven Indian athletes, including star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra and sprint sensation Hima Das, are set to compete in the prestigious IAAF Continental Cup to be held in Ostrava, Czech Republic on September 8-9.
2018-07-28 13:30:09 Read More

Coach under whom Neeraj Chopra scripted history no more

Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra's former coach Gary Calvert, under whom he scripted history by winning the gold medal in the Junior World Championships in 2016 with a world record throw, has died in Beijing.
2018-07-28 12:51:42 Read More

Injury-prone Angelo Mathews will not bowl against South Africa

Sri Lanka's injury-prone skipper Angelo Mathews has ruled himself out of bowling during the one-day internationals against South Africa which start Sunday.
2018-07-28 12:23:00 Read More

Guardiola's love helped me get through crisis, says Silva

Pep Guardiola and Manchester City showed their human side in the sympathetic manner with which they treated David Silva over the premature birth of his son Mateo, the Spanish star told The Daily Mirror.
2018-07-28 11:31:06 Read More

Women's Hockey WC: India face USA test in 'do-or-die' game

Stung by a lower-ranked Ireland, Indian women's hockey team will need at least a draw against USA in Sunday's pool B match to keep their hopes of reaching the knock-out stage of the World Cup alive.
2018-07-28 10:59:29 Read More

Man United to step up chase of England star Maguire: Reports

England central defender Harry Maguire's impressive performances at the World Cup has made him a prime target for Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho, according to British media reports on Saturday.
2018-07-28 10:53:36 Read More

Man United to step up chase of England star Maguire: Reports

England central defender Harry Maguire's impressive performances at the World Cup has made him a prime target for Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho, according to British media reports on Saturday.
2018-07-28 10:53:36 Read More

Rashid has maturity to deal with challenges of red-ball cricket: Bairstow

England wicketkeeper-batsman Jonny Bairstow feels that leg-spinner Adil Rashid will be able to put aside the rumblings his selection to the England Test team has generated and continue his form from where he left in the one-dayers against India.
2018-07-28 09:20:48 Read More

Force India F1 team put into administration

Vijay Mallya's Force India Formula One team has been put into administration after a court hearing in London on Friday, deputy principal Bob Fernley said.
2018-07-28 08:31:59 Read More

Sourabh, Kuhoo-Rohan enter Russia Open final

Former national champion Sourabh Verma stormed into his first final of the season after defeating compatriot Mithun Manjunath in straight games at the USD 75,000 Russia Open Tour Super 100 tournament on Saturday.
2018-07-28 07:23:36 Read More

City players cut short World Cup break: Guardiola

Manchester City's World Cup players have decided to return to training early and help aid manager Pep Guardiola's attempt to defend the Premier League title.
2018-07-28 05:12:10 Read More

Klopp shrugs off Mourinho jibe ahead of United clash

Jurgen Klopp on Friday laughed off suggestions by Jose Mourinho that Liverpool's transfer spending spree meant the club faced greater pressure to win the Premier League title.
2018-07-28 05:01:45 Read More

Duopoly ends between Ronaldo and Messi in La Liga

If it's by now well known how much Cristiano Ronaldo used to obsess about Lionel Messi, there's a story that illustrates that it was never anywhere near as one-way as was often presumed.
2018-07-28 04:53:31 Read More

Mercedes work night shift to solve Hamilton worries

Lewis Hamilton admitted on Friday that he and Mercedes are hunting for an overnight solution to their performance problems ahead of Saturday's critical qualifying session for the Hungarian Grand Prix.
2018-07-28 04:52:30 Read More

IAAF maintains Russia's athletics ban over doping

The governing body of world athletics on Friday maintained Russia's ban from track and field over mass doping, just 10 days before the start of the European Championships in Berlin.
2018-07-28 04:48:19 Read More

Rashid recall leaves England in a spin

Why has Adil Rashid's recall for next week's first Test against India at Edgbaston provoked such a furious response, with former England captain Michael Vaughan calling the decision "a stab in the back for county cricket"?
2018-07-28 04:34:23 Read More

England quicks highly rated compared to Indian pacers

James Anderson and Stuart Broad are set to take the new ball for England once again. However, with five Tests in just six weeks, the depth of England's pace bowling resources could be tested.
2018-07-28 04:23:51 Read More

When Botham broke Gavaskar's tibia with a ferocious shot

In this series, TOI looks at past tours of India to England.
2018-07-28 03:30:01 Read More

Martin Guptill hits 102 off 38 balls in T20 Blast

New Zealand's Martin Guptill struck 102 from just 38 balls as Worcestershire thrashed Northamptonshire by nine wickets in English county cricket's Twenty20 Blast on Friday.
2018-07-28 03:29:30 Read More

Eye on India quicks sans Bhuvneshwar, Bumrah

When India last played a Test overseas, on a difficult pitch in Johannesburg in January this year, they won it largely because Mohammed Shami ripped the heart out of South Africa's second innings with a match-winning spell of 5/28.
2018-07-28 03:04:40 Read More

Neymar's bluffs continue...this time, in poker

Fresh off his fakery at Russia 2018, the cards favoured Neymar this week, who finished an impressive sixth in the 288-strong field of a Brazilian Series of Poker event.
2018-07-28 02:42:56 Read More

Mohammed Shami will be looking to rattle a few English egos

Once hailed as a 'fast-bowling diamond' by Shoaib Akhtar, Mohammed Shami has seen controversies and personal troubles put his career on the line. Having found support from the team management, Shami will be looking to rattle a few English egos.
2018-07-28 02:28:37 Read More

India vs England: Practise match leaves India with plenty to ponder

India failed to bowl out county side Essex in 94 overs before Shikhar Dhawan and Cheteshwar Pujara suffered another batting failure on the final day of the one-off practice game, leaving the visitors with plenty to ponder ahead of the first Test.
2018-07-27 16:57:18 Read More

No jacket required as MCC feels the heat at Lord's

Some starched tradition withered for a day at Lord's as the sun broke so strongly through Britain's cold, grey clouds that the Marylebone Cricket Club allowed men to disregard its strict dress code and enter the iconic Pavilion without a jacket.
2018-07-27 16:35:23 Read More

It's now or never for Saurav Ghosal at Asian Games

India's top-ranked squash player had come close to winning it in the previous three editions of the quadrennial event but had to eventually settle for bronze at the 2006 Doha and 2010 Guangzhou Games while he won a historic silver at the 2014 Incheon Games.
2018-07-27 16:23:04 Read More

Vettel bounces back to dominate Hungarian Grand Prix practice

Sebastian Vettel bounced back after his embarrassing 'home' exit last Sunday by outpacing both Red Bulls to top the times for Ferrari in Friday's second practice for this weekend's Hungarian Grand Prix.
2018-07-27 16:17:19 Read More

The cricketing non-logic in Imran's ascendancy in Pakistan

It is time we discarded the 'cricket' - even the 'Kaptaan' - parallels that have dominated headlines and social media to describe Imran Khan and his current narrative.
2018-07-27 15:59:42 Read More

Administration a possibility for Force India team: COO

Vijay Mallya's Force India Formula One team may have to go into administration as part of a process to put it on a sounder footing, chief operating officer Otmar Szafnauer said on Friday.
2018-07-27 15:41:43 Read More

Jehan Daruvala claims pole to flag win in Formula 3

Indian driver Jehan Daruvala completed an exhilarating pole to flag victory in the FIA Formula 3 European Championship here on Friday.
2018-07-27 15:21:27 Read More

Tuchel says Neymar will bounce back after World Cup

New coach Thomas Tuchel dismissed concerns about dealing with Paris Saint-Germain's "big personalities" on Friday, as he pledged to help Neymar bounce back after a difficult World Cup.
2018-07-27 15:14:41 Read More

Former England bowling coach Cooley backs Anderson-Broad to fire

England is experiencing a warm summer with rains having stayed away for weeks now giving rise to a speculation that the wickets for the upcoming Test series against India could be fought on dry surfaces.
2018-07-27 14:29:09 Read More

AICS recommends medical insurance for sportspersons

The All India Council of Sports on Friday requested the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), National Sports Federations (NSF) and chief ministers of all states to cover the country's athletes under a medical insurance.
2018-07-27 14:23:06 Read More

Sania Mirza sets sights on 2020 Tokyo Olympics

Out of action for a long period with a chronic knee injury and now her first pregnancy, ace Indian player Sania Mirza is hopeful of hitting the tennis court for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
2018-07-27 14:01:30 Read More

Youth Test: India U-19 crush SL by innings and 147 runs, claim series 2-0

India U-19 completed their domination of Sri Lanka with another emphatic result -- a victory by an innings and 147 runs in the second 'Youth Test' on Friday.
2018-07-27 13:47:33 Read More

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Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra qualifies for Diamond League finals

Reigning Commonwealth Games champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra is among the five to have qualified for the IAAF Diamond League finals here on August 30.
2018-07-27 12:50:30 Read More

Kapur stays fifth at Pattaya, Bhullar moves up to 13th

Defending champion Shiv Kapur added a steady 2-under 68 to his first round 66, leaving the Indian golfer at tied-fifth at the midway stage of the Royal Cup.
2018-07-27 12:42:36 Read More

Kapur stays fifth at Pattaya, Bhullar moves up to 13th

Defending champion Shiv Kapur added a steady 2-under 68 to his first round 66, leaving the Indian golfer at tied-fifth at the midway stage of the Royal Cup.
2018-07-27 12:42:36 Read More

Tournament in Spain good opportunity to test ourselves: Aditi Chauhan

Taking part in the tournament, to be played in Velencia from August 1 to 6, will be beneficial in the team's preparations for the SAFF Championships and Olympic qualifiers, she said.
2018-07-27 12:31:25 Read More

Fair to have high expectations from Kuldeep: Zaheer

The prevailing heat wave in England provides a perfect opportunity to play two specialist spinners, said ex-India pacer Zaheer Khan, who sees no harm in people having high expectations from left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav in the upcoming five-Test series.
2018-07-27 12:20:56 Read More

Time for Virat Kohli to prove himself in England: McGrath

Australian pace great Glenn McGrath feels that it's going to be interesting as batting has always been India's strength and in recent times, their bowling has come good as well. With injuries to Bhuvneshwar Kumar and (Jasprit) Bumrah, it's going to make it tougher.
2018-07-27 11:30:23 Read More

How Indian batsmen play Anderson will be key: McGrath

Virat Kohli and his men will have to "get on top" of the swing and seam of the seasoned James Anderson to brighten India's chances in the upcoming Test series against England, feels Australian pace legend Glenn McGrath.
2018-07-27 10:53:20 Read More

Cristiano Ronaldo fined $3.7 million in tax evasion case

Cristiano Ronaldo will be fined 3.2 million euros ($3.7 million) and sentenced to 24 months in prison, a sentence he is unlikely to serve, after settling a tax evasion case with Spanish tax authorities, the prosecutor said on Friday.
2018-07-27 10:31:24 Read More

Cricket teammates, rivals congratulate Imran Khan

Imran Khan's former teammates and rivals have congratulated the World Cup winner after his party won the most seats in Pakistan's election.
2018-07-27 10:00:59 Read More

'So much love': Ozil thanks Arsenal fans after Germany racism row

Mesut Ozil thanked Arsenal fans for their "love" at a pre-season friendly after a torrid week following his racism allegations against Germany's football body.
2018-07-27 08:52:50 Read More

Philippines pulls out of Asian Games in row over brawl

The Philippines national basketball team said on Friday it has pulled out of the Asian Games as it prepares to appeal sanctions handed down over a nasty on-court brawl with Australia at a World Cup qualifier.
2018-07-27 08:41:58 Read More

Danushka Gunathilaka gets six-match ban for misconduct

Sri Lanka all-rounder Danushka Gunathilaka has been banned for six international matches for breaching code of conduct regulations, the country's cricket board said on Friday.
2018-07-27 08:32:09 Read More

Handscomb denies involvement in ball-tampering scandal

Australia batsman Peter Handscomb has denied playing any part in the ball-tampering scandal in South Africa which led to the suspensions of captain Steve Smith and opening batsmen David Warner and Cameron Bancroft.
2018-07-27 07:13:31 Read More

Rivals sense big chance as China's badminton powers wane

China are the most successful country in recent badminton history but, spearheaded by ageing legend Lin Dan, they host the World Championships next week at one of their lowest ebbs.
2018-07-27 07:02:17 Read More

Cricket Australia hands Langer more selection powers

Australia coach Justin Langer was handed more power Friday in a shake-up of the national cricket selection process following the resignation of Mark Waugh.
2018-07-27 06:56:00 Read More

CAS dismisses Russian trio's Olympic doping appeals

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on Thursday dismissed appeals by Russian athletes Tatyana Lebedeva and Maria Abakumova and cyclist Ekaterina Gnidenko against their Olympic disqualifications for doping.
2018-07-27 06:52:12 Read More

Ronaldo to make Serie A debut for Juventus at Chievo

Cristiano Ronaldo will kick his first ball in Serie A at troubled Chievo on the weekend of August 18/19 when new club Juventus begin their bid for a record eighth straight league title.
2018-07-27 06:46:02 Read More

Show me respect! Hamilton hits back..after being compared to Jesus

Championship leader Lewis Hamilton came out fighting on Thursday after a week in which he accused his critics of being disrespectful and even found himself being compared to Jesus!
2018-07-27 06:34:25 Read More

Rashid hits back at Vaughan, says his comments are 'stupid'

"He (Vaughan) can say a lot and he thinks people might listen. A lot of people have got no interest in what he says. His opinions do not matter to anybody. When I mentioned at the start of the year I will not be playing red-ball cricket, he tweeted something then. He was being controversial and saying his stupid things then too," Rashid said.
2018-07-27 06:20:42 Read More

Root backed controversial Rashid Test return, insists Smith

England captain Joe Root was fully in support of the controversial decision to recall Adil Rashid for next week's first Test against India, according to national selector Ed Smith.
2018-07-27 06:10:19 Read More

Sanjita Chanu's contention rejected by IWF

Lifter Sanjita Chanu's hopes of seeking a clean chit in a positive dope test has hit a dead end with the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) citing administrative error resulting in mismatch of sample numbers.
2018-07-27 04:58:42 Read More

When Indian cricketers proved they were no longer pushovers abroad

In this series, TOI looks at past tours of India to England.
2018-07-27 04:03:13 Read More

India's search for a wicketkeeping solution will start in England

With Wriddhiman Saha ruled out, an ageing Dinesh Karthik rediscovering himself, MS Dhoni on the wane and Rishabh Pant breathing down everyone's neck, Team India's search for a wicketkeeping solution will start in England.
2018-07-27 03:42:52 Read More

Breakdown blues for Indian cricketers

A number of India players have been plagued by injury in recent times. TOI takes a look.
2018-07-27 03:24:39 Read More

Bhuvneshwar and Saha paying for NCA's haphazardness?

Why has the National Cricket Academy disintegrated to the extent that no one knows the chain of command or the line of treatment? And who is responsible for the botched treatment and rehab of Wriddhiman Saha and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, two crucial players India will now miss in England?
2018-07-27 03:09:30 Read More

Indian women's compound team is world No. 1

Last year, the Indian women had scripted history by winning their maiden compound team medal in the World Championships - a silver - in Mexico City. India had bagged a gold and bronze in the men's and women's compound team events, respectively, in the 2014 Asian Games in Incheon.
2018-07-27 02:43:24 Read More

Hope Imran Khan runs Pakistan like he did team: Kapil Dev

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2018-07-27 00:47:00 Read More

India made to toil hard as Essex end day 2 at 237/5

Pacers Umesh Umesh and Ishant Sharma shared four wickets between them in absence of injured R Aswhin as Essex batsmen made India toil hard by reaching 237 for five on the second day of the three-day practice game, here on Thursday.
2018-07-26 17:54:17 Read More

Injury scare for Ashwin ahead of first Test against England

India's premier spinner Ravichandran Ashwin on Thursday suffered a minor hand injury and as a precautionary measure did not take field on the second day of the ongoing three-day practice game against Essex.
2018-07-26 17:24:19 Read More

India lose 1-2 to Pakistan in World Junior Squash

An India-Pakistan face-off in the sporting arena invariably evokes a lot of passion — it doesn't matter which sport it is or who the participants are.
2018-07-26 16:47:26 Read More

Michael Vaughan slams 'ridiculous' Adil Rashid recall

Yorkshire leg-spinner Rashid was included in a 13-man party announced by England national selector Ed Smith on Thursday for next week's first Test against India at Edgbaston.
2018-07-26 16:17:54 Read More

It was tough decision to make myself available for Tests: Rashid

Having decided to quit red-ball cricket for good, leg-spinner Adil Rashid admitted that it was a "tough decision" to make himself available for England in Tests in what can be termed as a "surprise" recall.
2018-07-26 15:56:16 Read More

Relieved Bayern win race to sign Canadian wunderkind Davies

Having been called up to Canada's senior squad the day he became a citizen, Bayern Munich's latest signing, teenage wunderkind Alphonso Davies, even comes endorsed by Germany legend Bastian Schweinsteiger.
2018-07-26 15:35:20 Read More

Alex Ferguson thanks medics for life-saving surgery

Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson thanked medics for saving his life and said he felt humbled by the huge outpouring of sympathy in his first public comments since undergoing emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage in May.
2018-07-26 15:28:20 Read More

Ireland women rock India's Hockey World Cup hopes

Ireland's giant-killing run at the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup in London served a jolt to India's chances as the green machine stunned the blue brigade with a 1-0 victory.
2018-07-26 14:44:49 Read More

Atletico Madrid edge Ozil-less Arsenal on penalties

New-look Arsenal left out controversy-hit Mesut Ozil but still impressed before they were edged 3-1 on penalties by Europa League champions Atletico Madrid in a friendly on Thursday.
2018-07-26 14:41:36 Read More

2nd Youth Test: India colts tighten grip on Sri Lanka

India U-19 team inched towards a clean sweep after dismissing Sri Lanka for 316 in their first innings and then reducing the hosts to 47 for 3 at stumps, having enforced a follow-on here on the penultimate day of the second Youth Test.
2018-07-26 13:59:08 Read More

Dale Steyn to retire from white ball cricket after 2019 World Cup

Plagued by injuries over the last couple of years, veteran South Africa fast bowler Dale Steyn is aiming to retire from limited overs cricket after the 2019 World Cup in England.
2018-07-26 13:34:55 Read More

Two balls in ODIs ridiculous: Dale Steyn

Even as he's been excluded from the ODI side which takes on Sri Lanka in the forthcoming series, Steyn is eying the 2019 World Cup as the perfect stage for his swansong from limited overs cricket.
2018-07-26 12:17:11 Read More

Steyn backs England to win Test series against India

The South African fast bowler based his opinion on England's slightly superior seam bowling attack. India take on England in first match of the five-Test series from August 1 in Birmingham.
2018-07-26 12:01:52 Read More

Rashid recalled to England squad for first Test against India

Adil Rashid has been recalled to the England squad for the first Test against India, despite the leg-spinner saying he wanted to focus on limited-overs cricket.
2018-07-26 11:55:01 Read More

IOA asks NSFs to pay for damages athletes caused at CWG

Athletes and officials from eight disciplines, including squash, para athletics, table tennis, shooting, basketball, athletics, weightlifting and hockey, were found guilty of causing damages at the CWG Village in Gold Coast.
2018-07-26 11:37:50 Read More

IWF admits mistake in Sanjita dope case, lifter demands probe

The International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) has admitted to committing a mistake in giving the exact sample number of Sanjita Chanu in its report of her failed dope test, a development which has prompted the Commonwealth Games gold-medallist to demand an inquiry.
2018-07-26 11:16:30 Read More

Imran Khan: The forever Pakistan 'Leader'

Leading the race to become Pakistan's Prime Minister, cricket legend Imran Khan will always be first and foremost the enigmatic 'Kaptaan', who pulled off the impossible for his country.
2018-07-26 10:58:39 Read More

India women's football team leaves for COTIF tournament

The Indian women's senior national team will be travelling to Spain to play in the COTIF tournament from August 1 to 6.
2018-07-26 10:46:20 Read More

German FA boss rejects Ozil racism charge, but admits mistake

The chief of the German Football Association (DFB) on Thursday rejected accusations of racism by Mesut Ozil, but admitted he should have done more to protect the midfielder against discriminatory abuse.
2018-07-26 10:28:47 Read More

Rajyavardhan Rathore urges corporates to invest in development of sports

Union Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore on Thursday urged investors to pump in money for the development of sports in the country.
2018-07-26 09:39:46 Read More

Chelsea sign former England goalkeeper Robert Green

Chelsea announced Thursday the signing of former England goalkeeper Robert Green on a one-year contract, to provide backup for Thibaut Courtois and Willy Caballero.
2018-07-26 08:41:10 Read More

Bangladesh to host back-to-back Zimbabwe, Windies series

Bangladesh will host Zimbabwe and the West Indies for back-to-back series later this year, a senior Bangladesh cricket official said on Thursday.
2018-07-26 07:36:06 Read More

Sanchez on target as Manchester United edge AC Milan

Alexis Sanchez was on target as Manchester United defeated AC Milan on penalties in their International Champions Cup friendly on Wednesday.
2018-07-26 07:29:06 Read More

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World Cup winner Schuerrle joins Fulham on two-year loan

Germany winger and 2014 World Cup winner Andre Schuerrle on Wednesday agreed to join Fulham of the Premier League on a two-year loan from Borussia Dortmund.
2018-07-26 07:02:15 Read More

Salah, Mane on target as Liverpool down Manchester City

Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane made an instant impact as Liverpool came from behind to beat Premier League champions Manchester City 2-1 in their International Champions Cup friendly match on Wednesday.
2018-07-26 06:52:06 Read More

England weigh options ahead of India opener and 1,000th Test

England could name an extended squad for their 1,000th Test when selection chief Ed Smith unveils on Thursday the group chosen for next week's series opener against India at Edgbaston.
2018-07-26 06:47:18 Read More

Hetmyer hits hundred as Windies level Bangladesh series

Shimron Hetmyer scored a superb century as Bangladesh stumbled in the final over to hand the West Indies a series-levelling victory in their one-day game on Wednesday.
2018-07-26 06:10:33 Read More

Blast from the past: When Vinoo Mankad spent 19 hours on the field

In this series, TOI looks at past tours of India to England.
2018-07-26 04:56:54 Read More

Virat Kohli will surely score runs in England this time: Wasim Jaffer

Former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer is confident that captain Virat Kohli will put his last poor outing in England behind and will score runs this time around.
2018-07-26 04:22:09 Read More

India may serve English batsmen a heady cocktail of pace and spin

If the weather remains hot and pitches bald and dry, India may benefit by serving English batsmen a heady cocktail of pace and spin. R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav could individually or collectively play a key role in deciding the fate of the five-match Test series.
2018-07-26 03:36:07 Read More

Hockey World Cup: India focus on 'execution' in Irish test

When it comes to a World Cup, rankings don't matter. Ireland, the second lowest-ranked team in the FIH Women's World Cup at No. 16, proved all forecasts wrong beating USA (7th) 3-1.
2018-07-26 03:08:36 Read More

Top shooters heap praise on Madhya Pradesh academy

Bhopal has become a perfect shooting sports hub. Giving credence to the top-class infrastructure available here, India's top-notch shooters have marked Bhopal the best playing venue in the country through their tweets. The shooters were in Bhopal for a camp that concluded on Tuesday, ahead of the Asian Games next month.
2018-07-26 02:35:50 Read More

Karthik hits 82 not out, Kohli among runs in India's 322/6

Dinesh Karthik scored an aggressive 82 not out while captain Virat Kohli warmed up nicely for the first Test against England with a half century as India recovered from early jitters to post 322 for 6 on the opening day of their three-day tour-match against county side Essex.
2018-07-25 17:48:45 Read More

Sergio Marchionne, the 'visionary' who reignited Ferrari's F1 dreams

Sergio Marchionne, the emblematic head of FIAT Chrysler who helped reignite mighty Ferrari as a Formula 1 superpower, was described as a "colossal visionary" on Wednesday as the sport mourned his death.
2018-07-25 17:29:51 Read More

World Junior Squash: India to meet Pakistan in pre-quarterfinal

Pakistan set up a pre-quarterfinal clash with hosts India in the WSF-World junior men's squash team championship with a 3-0 win over Zimbabwe on Wednesday.
2018-07-25 16:46:56 Read More

Thomas keeps yellow as Quintana wins Tour's 17th stage

Britain's Geraint Thomas moved a step closer to winning the Tour de France after pushing Sky teammate Chris Froome down the standings on a 17th stage won by Colombia's Nairo Quintana on Wednesday.
2018-07-25 16:35:20 Read More

Ex-Middlesex and England wicketkeeper Murray dies aged 83

Former Middlesex and England wicketkeeper John Murray has died at the age of 83, the county club said on Wednesday.
2018-07-25 16:31:44 Read More

France's Pavard wins World Cup goal of the tournament

France right-back Benjamin Pavard has won the 2018 World Cup goal of the tournament award for his stunning strike against Argentina, FIFA announced on Wednesday.
2018-07-25 16:19:26 Read More

Liverpool's Klopp appeals for calm as excitement mounts over signings

Jurgen Klopp has warned Liverpool to stay focused and not get carried away by celebrating their success in the transfer window as they plot a Premier League title challenge.
2018-07-25 16:15:28 Read More

BCCI to deposit Rs 9.72 crore ED penalty

The BCCI has decided to pay a penalty of Rs 9.72 crore imposed on its former treasurer MP Pandove by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for alleged violation of Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) during 2009 edition of the IPL in South Africa.
2018-07-25 16:04:54 Read More

I am confident of beating Tai Tzu Ying, says PV Sindhu

Having missed the World Championships gold by a whisker last year, PV Sindhu is determined to finish on the top of the podium this year.
2018-07-25 13:57:28 Read More

Police question Sri Lanka cricketer over hotel rape

Sri Lankan police have questioned a player for the national cricket team after a Norwegian woman was allegedly raped in a hotel room while he was present, an official said Wednesday.
2018-07-25 13:44:48 Read More

Pawan smashes India's highest individual score in U-19

Young Maharashtra batsman Pawan Shah smashed 282, the second highest individual score in U-19 internationals, along with six consecutive boundaries in an over as India posted a mammoth 613 for 8 against Sri Lanka on the second day of the final Youth Test on Wednesday.
2018-07-25 13:24:45 Read More

Serena claims 'discrimination' over drug tests

Serena Williams claims she is the victim of "discrimination" by US doping chiefs who are testing her more than other players.
2018-07-25 12:30:02 Read More

We will never make excuses about pitch and conditions: Ravi Shastri

India coach Ravi Shastri asserted that the current team does not believe in complaining and will not make tough conditions an excuse for its performances in what is expected to be a gruelling five-Test series against England.
2018-07-25 11:29:54 Read More

Legendary Oksana inspires Indian gymnasts ahead of Asian Games

The presence of Beijing Olympic silver medallist Oksana Chusovitina is acting as an extra motivation for the Indian gymnasts, who are preparing for the upcoming Asian Games in Indonesia.
2018-07-25 11:22:51 Read More

Asian Games: Pain subsides, hope floats for Mirabai Chanu

Her Asian Games participation is in doubt due to a lower back problem, but weightlifter Saikhom Mirabai Chanu says the injury is not as bad as first thought and she would need just two weeks of training to be competition ready.
2018-07-25 10:20:07 Read More

Hussey advices Indian bowlers on how to tackle Zaman in Asia Cup

Former Australian batsman Mike Hussey has advised Indian bowlers to take pace off the ball to tackle formidable opener Fakhar Zaman when India clashes with arch-rivals Pakistan in the Asia Cup at Dubai on September 19.
2018-07-25 09:23:37 Read More

Steve Smith continues return with Caribbean spell

Former Australia captain Steve Smith will continue his return to competitive cricket in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) next month after signing up to replace Shakib Al Hasan in the Twenty20 league.
2018-07-25 09:09:04 Read More

Asiad performance could be considered for Sports Awards

The Sports Ministry is open to the idea of considering outstanding performers of next month's Asian Games for this year's National Sports Awards, which will be held on September 25 instead of the conventional August 29 to ensure that athletes don't miss out due to their participation in the continental showpiece.
2018-07-25 08:30:47 Read More

Mbappe reveals he played World Cup finals with a back injury

"It was essential not to alert our opponents, otherwise they could have taken advantage of that and targeted this sensitive area," said Mbappe, who scored four goals in the tournament including one in the final.
2018-07-25 07:50:51 Read More

Unfazed by final losses, Sindhu eyes medal at Worlds and Asiad

"I know sometimes I have been losing in the finals. See there are always negatives and positives. When you lose in the quarterfinals or semifinals, you actually learn a lot from those mistakes. You play well but sometimes you can't get through it," PV Sindhu said.
2018-07-25 07:29:02 Read More

Virender Sehwag named in DDCA's Cricket Committee

The committee, which has been put in place to form selection committees and improve cricket in Delhi, also includes former Test players Aakash Chopra and Rahul Sanghvi.
2018-07-25 06:48:27 Read More

Women's Hockey World Cup: India play Ireland in pursuit of first win

India had a bright chance to score an upset win against world no. 2 England in their Pool B opener on June 21 but settled for a 1-1 draw. The Indians only had themselves to blame as despite leading the English girls for 54 minutes, they conceded a late goal to share the points.
2018-07-25 06:31:17 Read More

I learnt a lot about myself in 2017: Angelique Kerber

In 2016 Angelique Kerber sounded a bell when she won two Grand Slams titles to become the oldest first-time No.1 on the women's Tour. Some 18 months later, following a horrific 2017, more lag than losses to contend with, the left-hander came back to clinch the Wimbledon title,
2018-07-25 04:53:20 Read More

England, India must remind world why Tests are so special: Bedi

Bishan Bedi's bowling was a thing of beauty but now the Indian great believes that the battle for cricket's future has turned ugly.
2018-07-25 03:53:13 Read More

'Diaspora, time zone make India-England series special'

From gate receipts to eyeballs glued to the television, to data consumed through livestream, to clicks registered when tracking scores live on the internet, there is a well-defined data track to underline the numbers that India generates and thereby contributes to the well-being of a format that, many fear, is dying.
2018-07-25 03:40:18 Read More

India vs England: Blast from the past

India have come a long way as a cricketing nation from the first time they left for England, the colonial oppressors, for a Test back in 1932.
2018-07-25 03:22:18 Read More

Athletics tops India's dope-offenders in WADA list

Even though the number of violations across all sports reduced from 110 in 2015 to 71 in 2017, the 2015 pool comprised 4,734 players, which means the percentage of positive tests is nearly the same — at 2.3 percent.
2018-07-25 03:10:33 Read More

Cheteshwar Pujara under too much pressure to perform?

Why is Cheteshwar Pujara, India's Test batting specialist, under so much pressure to perform? Is he trying too hard to rework his game according to the team management's requirements? Or are there more fundamental technical problems which have hampered his performance outside the subcontinent?
2018-07-25 02:59:14 Read More

Barcelona sign Brazilian Malcom under Roma's nose

Barcelona have swooped to sign Brazilian forward Malcom on a five-year deal from Girondins Bordeaux for an initial 41 million euros ($47.89 million) plus an extra million in variables.
2018-07-24 17:04:53 Read More

Asia Cup 2018: No rest for India before Pakistan face-off

Defending champions India will face rivals Pakistan on September 19 the day after their opening game against the as-yet unconfirmed qualifier. The schedule for 2018 Asia Cup has been released with India set to play two ODIs on consecutive days.
2018-07-24 16:04:10 Read More

Alaphilippe wins Tour de France 16th stage

Frenchman Julian Alaphilippe, of the Quick Step team, soloed to victory on the Tour de France 16th stage Tuesday after capitalising on a late crash by Britain's Adam Yates (Mitchelton).
2018-07-24 15:58:47 Read More

Alaphilippe wins Tour de France 16th stage

Frenchman Julian Alaphilippe, of the Quick Step team, soloed to victory on the Tour de France 16th stage Tuesday after capitalising on a late crash by Britain's Adam Yates (Mitchelton).
2018-07-24 15:58:47 Read More

Lakshya Sen is an exceptional talent, says Prakash Padukone

Spotted him young and watching him grow. That's precisely what badminton legend Prakash Padukone is doing as teen talent Lakshya Sen makes his mark in the sporting arena.
2018-07-24 15:40:14 Read More

Ronaldo, Messi, Mbappe on FIFA player of the year shortlist

France's World Cup star Kylian Mbappe joined regulars Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi on the shortlist for The Best FIFA Men's player award, world soccer's governing body announced on Tuesday.
2018-07-24 15:28:56 Read More

Deschamps, Zidane on FIFA Coach of the Year shortlist

France coach Didier Deschamps and former Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane head the shortlist for The Best FIFA Men's Coach award, world soccer's governing body announced on Tuesday.
2018-07-24 14:26:00 Read More

Barcelona host Real Madrid for season's first Clasico in October

Defending Spanish champions Barcelona will host Real Madrid on October 28 in the first Clasico of the 2018/19 season, the Spanish football federation said on Tuesday.
2018-07-24 14:24:38 Read More

Asian Games will be tougher than Commonwealth Games: Popat

Former badminton player Aparna Popat said on Tuesday the upcoming Asian Games will be tougher than the Commonwealth Games and it was important the players struck form ahead of the continental multi-sport event.
2018-07-24 14:20:20 Read More

Sunil Chhetri extends stint at Bengaluru FC till 2021

Bengaluru FC skipper Sunil Chhetri put pen to paper on a fresh one-year deal at the Indian Super League (ISL) club, the Blues announced on Tuesday.
2018-07-24 13:38:39 Read More

Jadeja, Ashwin static at 3rd and 4th spot in ICC Test rankings

India's spin duo of Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin held on to the third and fifth position respectively in the latest ICC Test rankings for bowlers, which was headed by England pacer James Anderson ahead of the five-match Test series starting in Birmingham on August 1.
2018-07-24 13:28:09 Read More

India shorten practice match citing heat wave in England

India's four-day practice match against county side Essex was reduced to three days due to the prevalent "heat wave" in England, with the visiting side claiming that the curtailed game will give them an extra day to rest and recover ahead of the Test series.
2018-07-24 13:22:44 Read More

India U-19 post 428/4 against Sri Lanka in Youth Test

Top-order batsmen Atharwa Taide and Pavan Shah hit big hundreds as India U-19 team amassed 428 for four against Sri Lanka U-19 on the opening day of the four-day second Youth Test on Tuesday.
2018-07-24 12:51:06 Read More

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Ozil's retirement took Germany coach Loew by surprise

Mesut Ozil's shock retirement from international football caught Germany head coach Joachim Loew by surprise, it emerged on Tuesday.
2018-07-24 11:51:20 Read More

Suspended Sri Lanka opener Gunathilaka out of South Africa ODIs

Sri Lanka's suspended opening batsman Danushka Gunathilaka was left out Tuesday from the 15-man squad to play the five-match one-day international series against the touring South African side.
2018-07-24 10:54:57 Read More

Always reported 'untoward things' during IPL to ACU: Maxwell

Australian batsman Glenn Maxwell has claimed that he has reported "certain untoward things" during the IPL to the anti-corruption officials while refuting a recent investigative documentary's insinuation that he could be involved in spot-fixing.
2018-07-24 10:22:21 Read More

Thando Ntini shines after Tendulkar Jr's tough debut

Jury will forever be out on whether putting star children through close scrutiny is fair or not; but expectations from them, should they choose the same career as their star father or star mother, will continue to grow with them.
2018-07-24 09:46:10 Read More

Eager to win gold at Asian Games, says Rupinder Pal Singh

"Playing against a quality team like New Zealand, who won the silver medal at the CWG, was very important. Since I had missed out on all the action during the Champions Trophy, I had to find my rhythm," said Rupinder.
2018-07-24 09:42:17 Read More

WADA report: Yusuf Pathan only blot in otherwise dope free year for BCCI

While the WADA report does not name anyone, the player in question is former India player Yusuf Pathan, who was handed a retrospective ban of five months by the BCCI, that ended before this year's IPL.
2018-07-24 09:10:21 Read More

Theunis de Bruyn wants to nail number three spot

Theunis de Bruyn has set his sights on becoming South Africa's permanent number three, the 25-year-old said after proving his credentials during his team's comprehensive defeat against Sri Lanka on Monday.
2018-07-24 08:54:00 Read More

Sports Ministry comes to aid of former India archer

It was reported that Soren was working as a labourer under the government's rural employment guarantee scheme and living in Jamshedpur in indigent conditions.
2018-07-24 08:12:21 Read More

2012 win in India at par with my best Ashes: James Anderson

"2012 was one of the best series I have ever played in, for me, in India. As a seam bowler, you go to India and everyone says that the spinners will take wickets so you want to prove to people that you can succeed in those conditions," James Anderson said.
2018-07-24 08:04:58 Read More

CWG show brilliant launch pad to expand table tennis in India: ITTF CEO

India delivered its best performance in TT at the CWG, bagging a record haul of eight medals, including an unprecedented gold in the women's team and singles event.
2018-07-24 07:19:11 Read More

From IPL contract to 'keeping advice: Pant talks of Dhoni hand in success

"Whenever I needed any support from Mahi bhai, I used to ask him. From my IPL contract to my wicket-keeping, he's advised me on everything. He's always told me that when it comes to wicket-keeping, your hands and head coordination is important, the body balance can come into play later".
2018-07-24 06:57:50 Read More

Siddhesh Lad keen to learn from coach Rahul Dravid

The Mumbai batsman has been picked in the India A squad for the quadrangular series involving Australia A, South Africa A and India B from August 17 at Vijaywada.
2018-07-24 06:12:23 Read More

Sri Lankan spinners take all wickets against South Africa

​​The 199-run win, which came with more than a day to spare, was due to Sri Lanka's tireless spin trio of Herath, Akila Dananjaya and Dilruwan Perera who together claimed all 20 South African wickets.
2018-07-24 05:18:41 Read More

What Mesut Ozil's retirement says about Germany

Once hailed as a prize-winning example of integration in Germany, Mesut Ozil quit international duty amid bitter accusations of racism, levelled at German Football Association (DFB) chief Reinhard Grindel.
2018-07-24 05:02:55 Read More

India's hockey coach Harendra targets World Cup win at home

​​​For Harendra, an Asiad gold will be just a beginning. He wants India to be the world champion when the country hosts the men's World Cup in Bhubaneswar later this year in December.
2018-07-24 04:57:04 Read More

Need to improve mental fitness: Ramkumar Ramanathan

Ramkumar Ramanathan fell just short of becoming the first Indian in 20 years to win an ATP Tour title on a rain-hit Sunday in Newport, Rhode Island.
2018-07-24 04:12:36 Read More

Why Mesut Ozil turned his back on Germany

Criticism is nothing new for Ozil and he has seen plenty ever since May when a picture emerged of the player and fellow German international Ilkay Gundogan meeting Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan in London prior to the tournament.
2018-07-24 03:58:06 Read More

Bordeaux block Malcom move to Roma after late Barcelona bid

Bordeaux reached an agreement earlier on Monday to sell Malcom to Italian giants Roma but had his flight cancelled at the last moment.
2018-07-24 03:53:56 Read More

F1 chiefs rule out Miami Grand Prix in 2019

In a statement, Sean Bratches, managing director of commercial operations at Formula One, said that while "significant progress" in talks with various Miami authorities had taken place, the negotiations had been "complicated".
2018-07-24 03:27:12 Read More

Three teams picked for Duleep Trophy after BCCI had decided to have four

The confusion surrounding the domestic calendar was reflected in the Indian cricket board's (BCCI) decision to announce three teams for the upcoming Duleep Trophy which is due to start on August 17.
2018-07-24 03:19:40 Read More

Roger Federer withdraws from Toronto event to lighten schedule

The decision by the 36-year-old Swiss, who was stunned in the final of last year's Rogers Cup in Montreal by German Alexander Zverev, comes less than two weeks after his quarter-final loss at Wimbledon.
2018-07-24 03:14:49 Read More

Conflict of interest mars selection of umpires

On June 22, an anonymous e-mail landed in the inboxes of Indian cricket board secretary Amitabh Choudhary, treasurer Anirudh Chaudhry, CEO Rahul Johri and members of the Committee of Administrators (CoA).
2018-07-24 03:12:01 Read More

India favourites for England Test series, says Allan Lamb

India haven't tasted success in a Test series in England since 2007, when Rahul Dravid & Co. triumphed 1-0 against the hosts. On their previous two tours to England in 2011 and 2014, they were in fact on the receiving end of 0-4 and 1-3 drubbings respectively.
2018-07-23 17:38:12 Read More

Swimmer Ryan Lochte suspended until July 2019 for use of IV

The long-time US swimming star has been banned from competition until July 2019, which means the 12-time Olympic medallist cannot compete as planned in the national championships that start this week in California.
2018-07-23 16:38:33 Read More

Asian Games: IOA wants equal number of men and women support staff

The Indian Olympic Association has asked the National Sports Federations to nominate equal number of men and women support staff in their respective contingents for the upcoming Asian Games, a top official said on Monday.
2018-07-23 16:30:46 Read More

World Junior Squash: Asal on top of the world; Rowan defends her crown

Egyptian No. 2 Mostafa Asal could not believe his luck after hitting the winning shot in the boys' final of World Junior Squash Championship held at Express Avenue on Monday.
2018-07-23 16:06:48 Read More

MS Dhoni is the highest taxpayer in Bihar-Jharkhand zone

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2018-07-23 15:55:06 Read More

Ashwin to return to Worcestershire after England Test series

India off-spinner Ravicahndran Ashwin has signed up for Worcestershire and will stay back in England after the Test series to take part in the final two rounds of the County Championship.
2018-07-23 15:38:52 Read More

Banned for doping, Punjab 'keeper Gupta picked for Duleep Trophy

In a faux pas, the BCCI has named Punjab wicket-keeper batsman Abhishek Gupta in the Indian Red squad for Duleep Trophy despite the fact that he is serving a doping ban till September 14.
2018-07-23 15:26:11 Read More

I plan in advance before visiting a new country, says Bumrah

Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah says meticulous planning before an overseas tour is not just confined to cricket for him, as he also likes to explore the country he visits.
2018-07-23 14:01:26 Read More

German FA rejects Mesut Ozil's racism accusations

The German Football Association (DFB) on Monday rejected claims of racism against their president Reinhard Grindel made by Mesut Ozil in his announcement that he has retired from international football.
2018-07-23 13:20:47 Read More

Ramkumar not losing sleep over missing out on creating history

A "calmer and focussed" Ramkumar Ramanathan is not crying over losing out on the chance to create history in Indian tennis and he would rather savour the priceless moment of earning his maiden singles final on ATP World Tour.
2018-07-23 12:32:42 Read More

Selectors pick Chahal for South Africa A four-day matches

With an aim to prepare him for the Test format, leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal was on Monday named in the India A team for the two four-day matches against South Africa A, starting August 4.
2018-07-23 12:27:09 Read More

ISL: FC Pune City sign striker Robin Singh

Indian Super League (ISL) club FC Pune City on Monday signed experienced India international Robin Singh to strengthen their front line for the 2018-19 season.
2018-07-23 12:22:26 Read More

Inigo Calderon extends stay at Chennaiyin FC

Spanish defender Inigo Calderon has extended his stay at Chennaiyan FC, the Indian Super League champion, by one year, the club said on Monday.
2018-07-23 12:18:48 Read More

Late goals power Malaysia to 3-0 win over India U-16 team

The India U-16 boys who have come to Malaysia on the back of a heart-breaking loss to Thailand last week started showing their intent from the kick-off. Ridge blasted from inside the box as early as the fourth minute but the Malaysian keeper parried it away.
2018-07-23 12:10:02 Read More

Govt brings bill in Lok Sabha for sports university in Manipur

The government on Monday moved a bill in the Lok Sabha to establish a specialised sports university in Manipur to promote various aspects of sports such as management, technology and coaching.
2018-07-23 12:07:55 Read More

Without coach since March, Indian squash contingent fends for itself ahead of Asiad

The Squash Racket Federation of India's (SRFI) inability to find a full-time head coach ever since the bitter exit of Egyptian Achraf El Karargui has affected the Indian team's preparations ahead of the Asian Games in Indonesia next month.
2018-07-23 12:00:13 Read More

Switzerland Embassy denies visa to Indian cycling team

Switzerland Embassy has rejected visa of a six-member Indian cycling team on Monday. The team was to participate in the 2018 UCI Junior Track Cycling World Championships, scheduled from August 15-19 at Aigle in Switzerland.
2018-07-23 11:45:08 Read More

Mourinho not concerned by Man United's slow pre-season

Manchester United have not hit top gear on their pre-season tour of the United States but manager Jose Mourinho has said he is not worried as a majority of his first team players are yet to rejoin the squad following the World Cup.
2018-07-23 11:13:57 Read More

If Virat Kohli says his runs don't matter, he is lying, says Anderson

Virat Kohli feels "it doesn't matter if he doesn't score runs as long as India wins" but England pace spearhead James Anderson says the Indian captain has to be lying if he states that his individual form won't be a factor in the upcoming Test series starting Aug 1.
2018-07-23 10:45:09 Read More

Indian paragliders seek last-minute inclusion in Asian Games contingent

Paragliding, which will make its debut as an Asian Games discipline in Indonesia, is the latest to join the list of sports that have expressed their disappointment over exclusion from India's list of athletes.
2018-07-23 09:49:21 Read More

Rafael Nadal sitting pretty atop ATP rankings

Rafael Nadal remains top of the ATP tennis world rankings with the 32-year-old 17-time Grand Slam winner enjoying a comfortable margin over his eternal rival the Swiss Roger Federer.
2018-07-23 09:29:51 Read More

Sri Lanka thrash South Africa to sweep Test series 2-0

Sri Lanka on Monday completed a 2-0 Test sweep of South Africa to record their first series win over the Proteas since 2006 after Rangana Herath wreaked havoc with six wickets.
2018-07-23 08:56:08 Read More

Sachin Tendulkar backs Kuldeep Yadav to shine in England Tests

"I have always maintained that he's (Kuldeep Yadav) ready for the longest version of the game and that will be the most challenging one," Sachin Tendulkar said on Monday. "I think he's ready."
2018-07-23 08:35:04 Read More

Danushka Gunathilaka suspended after friend accused of rape

Sri Lankan Test cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka has been suspended after a Norwegian woman accused his friend of raping her in a hotel room where he was present, an official said on Monday.
2018-07-23 07:25:42 Read More

Turkey hails 'goal against fascist virus' after Ozil quits Germany side

Turkish ministers on Monday warmly applauded the decision of Turkish-origin German footballer Mesut Ozil to quit the national team on the grounds of racism, with one senior minister hailing "a goal against the virus of fascism."
2018-07-23 06:53:14 Read More

Beware! Tiger licks his lips at regaining that old feeling

Tiger Woods may have had to watch playing partner Francesco Molinari lift The Claret Jug after winning the British Open but all his rivals will have taken note of the American's return to form.
2018-07-23 04:57:57 Read More

Manchester United held to scoreless draw by Earthquakes

Manchester United, buoyed by the arrival of Alexis Sanchez on Sunday, nevertheless remained without a win in their North American pre-season tour after a 0-0 draw against the San Jose Earthquakes.
2018-07-23 04:50:35 Read More

Molinari sees off Spieth, Woods to win maiden major at British Open

Italy's Francesco Molinari emerged from the pack in a thrilling finale at Carnoustie to win the British Open on Sunday, seeing off the challenges of reigning champion Jordan Spieth and a revived Tiger Woods to win the first major of his career.
2018-07-23 04:30:20 Read More

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1st ODI: Bangladesh beat West Indies by 48 runs

A record double-century partnership between Tamim Iqbal and Shakib al Hasan paved the way as Bangladesh bounced back from their Test series drubbing with a 48-run win over West Indies in their opening one-day international on Sunday.
2018-07-23 04:09:07 Read More

Prachi knocks SC door over Asiad snub

Prachi Choudhary had won the bronze medal in 400m race during the 58th National Senior Athletics Championship, which was organised by the AFI in Guwahati, while Chhavi Sharawat was ranked fourth in the same race.
2018-07-23 03:13:00 Read More

Mesut Ozil, citing 'racism', quits Germany side after World Cup debacle

Mesut Ozil, who has Turkish roots, had been under fire since posing for a controversial photograph with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in May which sparked questions about his loyalty to Germany's squad ahead of the tournament in Russia.
2018-07-23 02:32:38 Read More

Clark removes Root, Williamson and Bairstow in Roses hat-trick

Lancashire paceman Jordan Clark took one of the highest quality hat-tricks in modern cricket as he removed Joe Root, Kane Williamson and Jonny Bairstow - three of the world's leading batsmen - while playing against arch-rivals Yorkshire on Sunday.
2018-07-22 16:25:54 Read More

BRICS Games: Indian women and men volleyball teams clinch silver & bronze

Indian volleyball is on a new high after their women's and men's teams (U-21) clinched silver and bronze medals respectively in the second edition of the BRICS Games at Johannesburg, South Africa.
2018-07-22 16:05:45 Read More

Mohit smashes decathlon U-18 national record

Haryana athlete Mohit Kumar set the stage alight by scripting a new youth national record in the men's decathlon on the second day of the 15th National Youth Athletics Championships on Sunday.
2018-07-22 15:48:37 Read More

Lewis Hamilton regains title lead after stunning German win

Lewis Hamilton regained the lead in the world drivers' championship on Sunday when he claimed one of the most memorable victories of his career by winning a rain-hit German Grand Prix for Mercedes after starting from 14th on the grid.
2018-07-22 15:30:08 Read More

Pakistan thrash Zimbabwe for ODI series sweep

Pakistan completed a series whitewash over Zimbabwe with a 131-run win on Sunday in the fifth and final match at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo.
2018-07-22 15:15:28 Read More

AIFF condemns IOA's decision to exclude football teams from Asiad contingent

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Sunday condemned the Indian Olympic Association's (IOA) decision to drop the national football teams from the upcoming Asian Games contingent.
2018-07-22 15:09:31 Read More

Rathi, Punia win gold on concluding day at Junior Asian Wrestling

Sachin Rathi scripted a sensational turn around in the final bout while Deepak Punia asserted his supremacy without fuss as India won two gold and as many bronze medals in the freestyle competition on the last day of the Junior Asian Wrestling Championship.
2018-07-22 14:59:39 Read More

Shubhankar Sharma revels in best birthday ever at British Open

India's promising young golfer Shubhankar Sharma said making the cut at his first British Open was the best possible birthday present he could have wished for.
2018-07-22 14:50:21 Read More

Need to work on my physique to do well in senior circuit: Lakshya

Newly-crowned Asia Junior badminton champion Lakshya Sen believes he needs to work a lot on his physical strength to take on the big guns in the senior circuit.
2018-07-22 14:45:49 Read More

India beat New Zealand 4-0 in third hockey Test, complete series whitewash

The Indian men's hockey team thrashed New Zealand 4-0 in the third and final Test to complete a series whitewash at the Sports Authority of India centre on Sunday.
2018-07-22 14:31:15 Read More

Sri Lanka close in on Test sweep against South Africa

Sri Lanka's formidable battery of tireless spinners bowled them to within five wickets of a 2-0 series sweep over South Africa as the tourists continued to struggle against the turning ball in the second and final Test on Sunday.
2018-07-22 14:17:27 Read More

Sunil Chhetri wins 2017 AIFF Player of the Year award

Inspirational captain Sunil Chhetri was named as the 2017 All India Football Federation (AIFF) Player of the Year by the national body here.
2018-07-22 14:06:54 Read More

Will know by end of series whether rest from County stint helped Kohli: Stewart

Virat Kohli's much-hyped maiden county stint for Surrey had to be called off due to a neck injury post IPL but how much has the rest helped the Indian captain will only be discovered after the end of the Test series, said former England captain Alec Stewart.
2018-07-22 13:58:25 Read More

BAI announces Rs 10 lakh cash reward for Lakshya Sen

Badminton Association of India (BAI) announced a cash reward of Rs 10 lakh for young shuttler Lakshya Sen, who became only the third Indian to win a gold medal at the Asia Junior Championship in Jakarta.
2018-07-22 13:54:19 Read More

Iniesta's Japanese debut falls flat in 3-0 defeat

Spanish legend Andres Iniesta's Japanese debut ended on a flat note Sunday as Vissel Kobe crashed to an embarrassing 3-0 home defeat by J-League strugglers Shonan Bellmare.
2018-07-22 13:20:36 Read More

Manika and six other Indian TT players denied boarding AI flight

India's table tennis star Manika Batra and six other players were left stranded at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport after being denied boarding the Air India flight to Melbourne on Sunday.
2018-07-22 12:40:18 Read More

Taiwan's Chou storms to Singapore Open win

Taiwanese badminton star Chou Tien-chen stormed to a 21-13, 21-13 win over compatriot Hsu Jen-hao to clinch the Singapore Open men's singles title on Sunday.
2018-07-22 11:49:03 Read More

Kuldeep won't have luxury of ODI field setting in Test matches: Stewart

Kuldeep Yadav has generated a lot of interest in the England ranks but former skipper Alec Stewart believes that Test matches will be a completely different ball game for the youngster if he pips the seasoned R Ashwin in the playing XI for the first Test.
2018-07-22 11:42:28 Read More

Fast-bowling depth makes India a formidable Test unit: Ishant Sharma

"Everybody used to say that India can't produce fast bowlers. Now we have probably eight to nine good fast bowlers, who can play Test cricket anytime for India," Ishant said.
2018-07-22 09:35:30 Read More

SAI shortlists 734 youngsters for Khelo India scholarship

The two key features of the scholarship programme under the Khelo India Talent Identification Development scheme are annual stipend and training support from Khelo India-accredited academies.
2018-07-22 07:16:44 Read More

Keep Ashwin and Kuldeep Yadav in Test XI: Azharuddin

Part of many English summers in his playing days, former India skipper Mohammad Azharuddin feels the Indian team should go in with two spinners -- Ravichandran Ashwin and Kuldeep Yadav -- in the Test series against England as wickets would be dry during this time of the year.
2018-07-22 06:59:49 Read More

Pant has temperament and skills to bat differently: Dravid

The wicketkeeper-batsman has earned his maiden call-up to the Indian Test side riding on impressive knocks for India A during the recently concluded tour of UK.
2018-07-22 06:08:59 Read More

India has strong bench strength in pace bowling: Zaheer Khan

Former pacer Zaheer Khan believes that India has sufficient bench strength to make up for the absence of injured pace bowlers Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Jasprit Bumrah, at least for part of the upcoming five-Test series against hosts England.
2018-07-22 05:59:14 Read More

Australia batsman Bancroft cleared of serious injury after being hit in throat

Bancroft, who was banned for nine months for his role in a ball-tampering scandal in the Test series against South Africa in March, has been playing in Strike League at Darwin.
2018-07-22 05:42:17 Read More

Official mascots of Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Paralympics unveiled

The two designs were selected by elementary school children across Japan. While the Olympics mascot is named Miraitowa, the Paralympics mascot will be known as Someity.
2018-07-22 04:48:19 Read More

Joe Hart anxious to secure Manchester City exit

Joe Hart is desperate to leave Manchester City and reignite his career after being marginalised by Pep Guardiola.
2018-07-22 04:43:14 Read More

Germany's Stich, Czech Sukova join Tennis Hall of Fame

Former Wimbledon champion Michael Stich said it was the "special moments" more than match results that he remembered Saturday as he was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
2018-07-22 04:29:33 Read More

Neymar: "I couldn't look at a football" after the World Cup

Brazil superstar Neymar admits that after his nation's quarter-final defeat to Belgium at the World Cup he couldn't look at a ball and didn't want to see any of the remaining matches.
2018-07-22 04:18:58 Read More

Ramanathan aims to end India's 20-year title drought in Newport

Ramkumar Ramanathan will try to add to India's record of success in the ATP tournament at Newport when he takes on third-seeded Steve Johnson in the final on Sunday.
2018-07-22 04:06:49 Read More

Badminton ranking tournament sets new BAI record with 2520 entries

It is for the first time in the history of Badminton Association of India (BAI) that the number of entries has crossed 2500-mark. The previous record was of 2100 entries registered for the Bengaluru tournament last year.
2018-07-22 04:01:23 Read More

Jordan Spieth aims to retain British Open title but Tiger Woods lurks

Jordan Spieth is hoping to join the elite group of golfers to have retained the British Open title as he goes into the final round at Carnoustie on Sunday in a share of the lead.
2018-07-22 03:55:11 Read More

SRFI refutes Dipika Pallikal, Saurav Ghosal's coach claim

Dipika Pallikal and Saurav Ghosal, who won silver medals in the Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast earlier this year, recommended A Parthiban and Digpal Singh Ranawat as their coaches.
2018-07-22 03:24:19 Read More

HI-SAI differences put national academy trainees' future in doubt

Uncertainty has clouded the careers of hundreds of trainees at the prestigious National Hockey Academy (NHA), housed inside the iconic Major Dhyanchand National stadium in the heart of the national capital.
2018-07-22 03:10:59 Read More

India down New Zealand again to clinch hockey Test series

Chief coach Harendra Singh could not have asked for a better match preparation for his boys as they head into the Asian Games next month.
2018-07-22 02:58:59 Read More

Saha injury: NCA physio Ashish Kaushik caught in crossfire

While the Indian cricket board (BCCI) has taken a bold step by putting out the timeline of Wriddhiman Saha's injury on its website, questions are still being raised over the rehab system at the National Cricket Academy (NCA).
2018-07-22 02:45:31 Read More

Sachin Tendulkar's advice to Team India: Respect the conditions

At an average 30 degrees (C), it's been a rather warm English summer this year. Warm enough to be considered an intolerable heatwave. The English have been rendered to abject suffering.
2018-07-22 02:29:29 Read More

Indian batsmen will hold key to Test series win: Ganguly

Former captain Sourav Ganguly feels that batsmen will hold key to India's chances in the upcoming five-Test series against England.
2018-07-21 17:00:17 Read More

Muhammed Anas betters own 400m Indian record in Czech Republic

Promising athlete Muhammed Anas Yahiya came up with another yet sterling display as he bettered his own 400m Indian record with the timing of 45.24s at the Cena Noveho Mesta nad Metuji meet in Czech Republic on Saturday.
2018-07-21 16:44:38 Read More

Women's Hockey World Cup: India hold England to 1-1 draw

India warded off relentless pressure from world No. 2 England and held the hosts to a 1-1 draw in their opening game of the Women's Hockey World Cup at London's Lee Valley and Hockey Centre on Saturday.
2018-07-21 14:47:04 Read More

2nd Test: Sri Lanka reign in Colombo despite Maharaj milestone

Keshav Maharaj returned the second best figures by a South African bowler in a Test innings but Sri Lanka took a firm step towards a 2-0 series sweep after thoroughly dominating day two of the second and final Test on Saturday.
2018-07-21 12:29:13 Read More

Live Women's Hockey World Cup: India 0-0 England

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2018-07-21 11:59:36 Read More

Warner sets World Cup goal after first home hit-out

Banished opening batsman David Warner says he is looking to be part of Australia's World Cup defence in England next year after his first hit-out at home on Saturday.
2018-07-21 11:19:13 Read More

Stuart Broad wants to be Joe Root's go-to man against India

The pace bowler gears up to prove his fitness and make a comeback in the big-ticket Test series against India, beginning August 1.
2018-07-21 11:15:13 Read More

Shuttler Lakshya storms into Asian Junior Championship final

Rising Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen stormed into the finals after disposing off fourth-seed Indonesian Ikhsan Leonardo Imanuel Rumbay in the semifinals of the Asia Junior Championships at Jakarta on Saturday.
2018-07-21 11:03:34 Read More

Keshav Maharaj shatters records with career-best Test figures

South African spinner Keshav Maharaj on Saturday shattered a few records when he ripped through the Sri Lankan line-up in the first innings on Day 2 of the second and final Test at the SSC Stadium here.
2018-07-21 11:01:05 Read More

Joint inter-Korea team wins mixed doubles at Korea Open

A joint table tennis team from the two Koreas on Saturday won the final in mixed doubles at the Korea Open, claiming the first gold in the latest instalment of sporting diplomacy on the peninsula.
2018-07-21 09:30:53 Read More

India women settle for compound team silver at Archery World Cup

India's Trisha Deb, Muskan Kirar and Jyothi Surekha fell short by an agonizing one point against France in the final on Saturday.
2018-07-21 09:02:30 Read More

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Saha to undergo shoulder surgery in Manchester: BCCI

Suffering from a serious shoulder injury, India's Test wicket-keeper Wriddhiman Saha will undergo a surgery in Manchester at the end of this month or the beginning of next, the BCCI has informed on its website on Saturday.
2018-07-21 08:47:20 Read More

The Unconquerable? Longest standing athletics records

On July 27, 1993 in Salamanca, Spain, Cuban Javier Sotomayor set a high jump record of 2.45m. A quarter of a century later, that record still stands.
2018-07-21 07:26:23 Read More

Bairstow says will take confidence of ODI triumph into Tests

Wicketkeeper-batsman Jonny Bairstow says England will look to carry forward the momentum of their come-from-behind ODI series triumph against India into the Test arena.
2018-07-21 06:41:40 Read More

AC Milan back in Europa League as sports court overturns ban

The world's top sports court on Friday overturned a European ban imposed on AC Milan for violating UEFA's financial fair play rules, calling the punishment "not proportionate."
2018-07-21 06:12:11 Read More

Doubters wrong, says Thomas, as Sky are '100 % clean'

Yellow jersey holder Geraint Thomas hit back at the doubters on Friday by claiming Team Sky are racing "100 percent" clean at the Tour de France.
2018-07-21 06:02:21 Read More

Raikkonen to Sauber, Leclerc to Ferrari in 2019 F1 guessing game

Team chief Fred Vasseur on Friday said he has not ruled out a swap deal with Ferrari that would see Kimi Raikkonen returning to Sauber and Charles Leclerc going the other way.
2018-07-21 05:50:44 Read More

Housemates Kisner and Johnson set British Open pace

Overnight pacesetter Kevin Kisner and former champion Zach Johnson shared the lead at the halfway stage of the British Open on Friday, with Tommy Fleetwood right in contention behind them.
2018-07-21 05:36:30 Read More

Chepkoech shatters world record on fast night in Monaco

Kenya's Beatrice Chepkoech obliterated the world record in the women's 3,000 metres steeplechase by more than eight seconds in a stunning Monaco Diamond League meeting on Friday.
2018-07-21 05:10:15 Read More

Indian junior men's hockey team holds Netherlands to 2-2 draw

The Indian junior men's hockey team overcame an early 0-2 setback to hold the Netherlands 2-2 in a hard-fought encounter at the U-23 Five Nations Tournament here.
2018-07-21 04:49:20 Read More

Africa looks for answers after disastrous World Cup

African football will conduct a soul-searching session at a two-day symposium in Morocco after all five of the continent's sides failed to get over the first hurdle at the World Cup.
2018-07-21 04:43:26 Read More

After Wimbledon, real tennis cuts to the chase

As the dust settles at Wimbledon, the real tennis action is under way: the world's best players of the original sport are duelling it out at the game's spiritual home.
2018-07-21 04:27:48 Read More

Dortmund ease past Man City in Champions Cup opener

Pep Guardiola's start to his pre-season campaign ended in defeat as Borussia Dortmund captain Mario Gotze's first half penalty was enough to see off the Premier League champions Manchester City 1-0 at Soldier Field in Chicago.
2018-07-21 04:18:37 Read More

Allison Becker: World's most expensive goalkeeper

The deal could rise to as much as £65 million, with a further £10 million in add-ons, which are dependent on Liverpool's qualification for the UEFA Champions League and wins in various competitions in the future.
2018-07-21 03:36:14 Read More

Archery World Cup: Abhishek Verma, Jyothi Surekha stay in medal hunt

Come Saturday, Indian archers will hope to bag two medals as a day after the women's compound team advanced to the final, the compound mixed duo of Jyothi Surekha and Abhishek Verma made it to the bronze medal playoff.
2018-07-21 02:52:56 Read More

IOA adds bridge, sports climbing to Asiad contingent

The official athletes' contingent size for the upcoming Asian Games has swelled to 541 from the originally selected 524 sportspersons after the IOA decided to include a 24-member bridge team and three athletes from sports climbing discipline in the Indian contingent.
2018-07-21 02:39:38 Read More

Ranji Trophy schedule rings in confusion and chaos

Paucity of field umpires and match-referees to officiate in India's sizeable domestic circuit - playing host to more than 2,000 matches this cricket season - isn't the only headache that the BCCI is busy tackling right now.
2018-07-21 02:23:14 Read More

FIH apologises for mistake in Indian flag at Women's World Cup

A day after the International Hockey Federation (FIH) found itself at the receiving end for messing up with the Indian national flag at a promotional event for the women's hockey world cup in London, the sport's apex body issued an apology for the goof up.
2018-07-20 15:53:15 Read More

IOA rejects ministry's latest proposal on Asiad selection

The IOA rejected the government's proposal to relax Asian Games selection norms for some specific sports, saying the sports ministry's concerns have already been addressed while picking the contingent earlier this month.
2018-07-20 15:36:19 Read More

Will start playing in another two to three weeks: Jadhav

India all-rounder Kedar Jadhav, who underwent a surgery after suffering a hamstring injury during the IPL, on Friday said he would start playing in another two to three weeks' time.
2018-07-20 13:57:11 Read More

Tendulkar wants to take academy beyond cricket playing nations

Sachin Tendulkar waited five years since retirement before launching his own academy and the India batting great wants to take the venture beyond cricket's traditional pockets, he said on Friday.
2018-07-20 12:54:48 Read More

Zaman, Imam set record 304-run opening wicket stand in ODIs

Pakistan openers Fakhar Zaman and Imam-ul-Haq have created record for the highest opening partnership in ODIs, achieving the milestone during the fourth ODI against Zimbabwe at Bulawayo on Friday.
2018-07-20 12:14:41 Read More

I'm not a robot, says McIlroy after starting Open bid

Rory McIlroy provided the perfect riposte to being called a robot by renowned coach Butch Harmon as he played aggressive golf to card a two-under-par 69 in the first round of the British Open on Thursday.
2018-07-20 07:10:38 Read More

£40 million man Hamilton hints at Ferrari approach

"In terms of other teams approaching me, one did, but I didn't give it any air," said Lewis Hamilton, whose contract extension will keep him with Mercedes until the end of 2020, matching Vettel's commitment to Ferrari.
2018-07-20 07:00:31 Read More

Jorginho vows to turn on the style at Chelsea

New Chelsea star Jorginho boasted Thursday that he would bring a fresh style of play to the English Premier League.
2018-07-20 06:52:04 Read More

Mata salvages draw as Manchester United open North American tour

Juan Mata grabbed the 78th minute equalizer as Manchester United opened their pre-season with a 1-1 draw against Club America on Thursday in Phoenix, Arizona.
2018-07-20 06:42:26 Read More

Neymar rules out transfer move, staying at PSG

Brazilian superstar Neymar on Thursday sought to quash speculation about his future, insisting he planned to remain with French giants Paris Saint-Germain.
2018-07-20 06:33:20 Read More

India women look to conquer past World Cup jitters

In the 44-year history of the FIH Women's World Cup spread across 14 editions (including 2018), India will make only their seventh appearance at the showpiece event.
2018-07-20 06:28:01 Read More

Live: Sri Lanka vs South Africa, 2nd Test

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2018-07-20 04:46:26 Read More

Mahendra Singh Dhoni's explosive finishing powers on the wane?

In England, Mahendra Singh Dhoni looked out of sorts with the bat in the ODIs. He was even booed by the crowd in the second game at Lord's, when he slowed in the last 10 overs while chasing 323.
2018-07-20 03:44:57 Read More

Indian pacers may struggle in Tests against England

Bhuvnehswar Kumar (lower back) and Jasprit Bumrah (thumb) are out with injuries. While the UP seamer won't be available for at least the first three Tests, Bumrah is definitely out of the series opener in Birmingham and there's a possibility that he may miss the second as well.
2018-07-20 03:05:51 Read More

Indian pacers may struggle in Tests against England

Bhuvnehswar Kumar (lower back) and Jasprit Bumrah (thumb) are out with injuries. While the UP seamer won't be available for at least the first three Tests, Bumrah is definitely out of the series opener in Birmingham and there's a possibility that he may miss the second as well.
2018-07-20 03:05:51 Read More

Four international captains reported approaches to ACU: ICC

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has revealed that four international captains reported approaches to the governing body's Anti-Corruption Unit between June 1, 2017 and May 31, 2018.
2018-07-19 17:22:52 Read More

Indian women's compound team reaches final of Archery World Cup in Berlin

India's women compound team of Trisha Deb, Jyothi Surekha Vennam and Muskan Kirar shocked top seed Turkey to storm into the final of the Archery World Cup Stage 4, on Thursday.
2018-07-19 17:16:15 Read More

Can't comment on everything people say: Rathore on AFI-Hima Das row

Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Rathore refused to be dragged into a row over a tweet by the Athletics Federation of India on Hima Das' English- speaking skills, saying he had major responsibilities to shoulder and did not comment on everything that people said.
2018-07-19 16:55:33 Read More

Leander Paes wins first match after returning to Tour

Veteran Indian star Leander Paes, who missed the entire clay and the grass court season, made a winning return to competitive tennis with American partner Jamie Cerretani at the ATP Hall of Fame Open in Newport.
2018-07-19 16:44:49 Read More

Divya wins silver, bronze for Karuna and Reena at Junior Asian Wrestling

CWG bronze medallist Divya Kakran had to settle for a silver medal after being too defensive in the final against nemesis Meerim Zhumanazarova while Karuna and Reena returned with bronze medals at the Junior Asian Wrestling Championship on Thursday.
2018-07-19 15:32:55 Read More

Indian shuttlers bow out of Singapore Open

The Indian badminton team, including its best bet Sourabh Verma, bowed out of the Singapore Open after a dismal outing on Thursday.
2018-07-19 15:26:15 Read More

England Lions hammer India A by 254 runs in one-off unofficial Test

India A batsmen's vulnerability against the red ball in foreign conditions was exposed as England Lions handed the visitors a 254-run defeat in the one-off Unofficial Test on day four on Thursday.
2018-07-19 14:21:26 Read More

1st Youth Test: India U-19 eye victory against Sri Lanka

India U-19 gave themselves time to force a result after leaving Sri Lanka 168 runs behind their mammoth first-innings total of 589 on the third and penultimate day of the first Youth Test here.
2018-07-19 13:53:57 Read More

Rupinder brace helps India beat NZ 4-2 in first hockey Test

The Indian men's hockey team began their three-match Test series against New Zealand with a sensational 4-2 win here at the Sports Authority of India, Bengaluru Campus on Thursday.
2018-07-19 13:02:36 Read More

It was wishful thinking: Cummins clarifies on Kohli comment

Australian pacer Pat Cummins on Thursday sought to clarify his widely-publicised bold prediction on Virat Kohli, saying it was more wishful thinking than him targeting the Indian run-machine.
2018-07-19 12:51:04 Read More

Kaif urges Shukla for fair probe into UPCA bribery scandal

Mohammad Kaif reacted sharply to the alleged bribery scandal unearthed by a sting operation, which claimed that a member of IPL chairman Rajeev Shukla's personal staff sought bribes to facilitate selection of players.
2018-07-19 12:11:34 Read More

Edgbaston to host 2019 Ashes series opener

England's bid to regain the Ashes next year will begin with first Test against Australia at Edgbaston, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced on Thursday.
2018-07-19 11:33:17 Read More

IOA to discuss Ministry's proposal on relaxing Asiad criteria

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has called a meeting of its Core and Legal Committees on Friday to decide its future course of action after the Sports Ministry asked it to relax the Asian Games selection norms for better medal prospects.
2018-07-19 10:59:36 Read More

Hamilton signs two-year contract extension with Mercedes

Four-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton ended months of speculation about his future on Thursday by signing a new two-year deal keeping him at his Mercedes team until the end of 2020.
2018-07-19 10:44:53 Read More

Remuneration of sport coaches being doubled to Rs 2 lakh: Govt

The remuneration of coaches in various sports disciplines would not be limited to Rs one lakh as the government has increased the cap to Rs two lakh, the Lok Sabha was informed on Thursday.
2018-07-19 10:23:29 Read More

Hamilton eyes gatecrashing Vettel's Hockenheim homecoming

Less than two weeks after an acrimonious aftermath to the British Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton will this weekend bid to wreck Sebastian Vettel's homecoming at Hockenheim just as the German ruined his own carnival at Silverstone.
2018-07-19 07:46:03 Read More

England set to stick with Stokes for India opener

England will have no qualms about selecting Ben Stokes for next month's first Test against India, even though the match could finish just a day before the all-rounder's trial for affray begins.
2018-07-19 07:37:58 Read More

Saha to undergo shoulder surgery, rehab plan under scanner

"Wriddhiman's rehabilitation has been a complete goof up. The NCA physio has bungled it big time. Now only a surgery can put him back on track. Once he is done with surgery, he will not touch the bat for at least two months and then rehab will start," a senior BCCI official said on Thursday.
2018-07-19 07:26:15 Read More

FIH goofs up with Indian national flag, omits Ashoka Chakra

Captains of the 16 teams participating in the women's hockey World Cup were invited to the event held around River Thames in London, where they stood beside the national flags of their respective country.
2018-07-19 06:46:11 Read More

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Confusion in store as BCCI releases domestic calendar

The BCCI, on Wednesday, released the schedule for the 2018-19 domestic season, sharing a gist of the number of tournaments that will make for a total of 2017 First Class and List A matches starting with the Duleep Trophy next month.
2018-07-19 05:32:35 Read More

Players unhappy with rehab and training at NCA

There is growing discontent over the way the Indian team management and the Indian cricket board (BCCI) are handling the fitness of the players.
2018-07-19 05:24:01 Read More

Root unravels Kuldeep mystery to give India a headache

Joe Root, in his back-to-back centuries at Lord's and Headingley, gave the impression that the Kuldeep mystery is slowly unravelling. He had fallen to leggie Yuzvendra Chahal and Kuldeep in the first couple of T20s, but come the ODIs, the England Test captain has shown the skill and maturity to deal with the Uttar Pradesh spinner.
2018-07-19 05:11:47 Read More

Viswanathan Anand says quality of competition too high in India

"The competition has become so high that it is extremely difficult for a budding player to achieve a victory here and I would like to say that it is not good to be born in India today if one wishes to pursue chess as a career," said Viswanathan Anand.
2018-07-19 05:00:15 Read More

Why Ronaldo, Messi and Neymar could not win the World Cup

As the World Cup tapered down to Sunday's final, three superstars were miles away from the action. It certainly stood out, compared to Ronaldo's ultimate triumph at Euro 2016, and how winning the World Cup in Brazil felt like a personal quest for both Neymar and Messi.
2018-07-19 04:48:45 Read More

Shastri's report set to decide manager's fate

In a decision which may trigger controversy, the Committee of Administrators (CoA), in its meeting on May 18, had ruled that a decision on the extension for team manager Sunil Subramaniam, who's one-year contract is/will be over during India's ongoing UK tour, will be taken on the basis of a report by team coach Ravi Shastri.
2018-07-19 04:04:59 Read More

Bhuvneshwar ruled out of first three Tests against England

TOI can confirm that Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been ruled out of the first three Tests against England at - Edgbaston, Lord's and Trent Bridge - and is in fact on his way back home. If ruled fit in August, he will join the squad once the squad for the last two Test matches is announced.
2018-07-19 03:38:04 Read More

Dhoni took the ball to show it to bowling coach: Shastri

"MS wanted to show the ball to Bharat Arun. He wanted to show him the wear and tear the ball had endured, to get a general idea of what the conditions were like," India coach Ravi Shastri clarified to TOI.
2018-07-19 03:23:10 Read More

Rahul is a must for Virat Kohli at No.4: Sourav Ganguly

Former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly lauded England for winning the ODI series after losing the T20I series. India lost by eight wickets as England rode on Joe Root's 13th ODI century to chase down a target of 257 in 44.3 overs on Tuesday.
2018-07-19 03:08:54 Read More

Doha camp a boost for India’s Asiad-bound spikers

As part of their preparations, the Indian men's volleyball team had a 10-day camp in Doha, Qatar, where they played matches against the national side.
2018-07-19 03:01:22 Read More

Indian boxers set up base in Sheffield on road to Asian Games

The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has shipped off 22 boxers — 10 men and 12 women — to the GB boxing centre in Sheffield, where they will train till July 29 in the final leg of their preparation.
2018-07-19 02:34:26 Read More

India vs England: Embarrassed Root won't 'drop the mic' again

Joe Root is keen to utilise his experience batting against spinner Kuldeep Yadav in limited-overs cricket during England's upcoming Test series with India.
2018-07-18 18:00:17 Read More

Indian junior women's hockey team play out a draw against Canada

The Indian junior women's hockey team continued their unbeaten run as they played out a goalless draw against Canada in their fourth round-robin match of the ongoing U-23 six nations tournament here on Wednesday.
2018-07-18 17:53:40 Read More

Matos decides to step down due to personal reasons

Former Portuguese footballer Luis Norton de Matos on Wednesday stepped down from his position as head coach of Indian Arrows, the developmental team of All India Football Federation (AIFF), citing personal reasons.
2018-07-18 17:03:07 Read More

Viresh Kundu wins bronze at Asian Junior Wrestling Championships

Viresh Kundu saved the day for India by winning an exciting battle against Korea's Jeongyul Kwon to claim a bronze medal in the 97kg category while four of his compatriots bit the dust on the second day of the Asian Junior Wrestling Championships here on Wednesday.
2018-07-18 16:35:09 Read More

Ministry gives NSFs more autonomy for Asiad selection

Following criticism over the selection of some of the Indian athletes chosen to participate in the upcoming Asian Games 2018 in Indonesia, the union sports ministry has decided to give National Sports Federations (NSFs) greater autonomy in choosing athletes to represent India.
2018-07-18 16:20:05 Read More

Hazard and Courtois futures in board's hands, says Chelsea manager Sarri

The futures of star Belgian duo Eden Hazard and Thibaut Courtois can be decided by the Chelsea board said the club's new manager Maurizio Sarri on Wednesday.
2018-07-18 16:09:22 Read More

Shooter Jitu Rai among seven dropped from TOP Scheme

Top Indian marksman Jitu Rai was on Wednesday dropped from the Target Olympic Podium Scheme, along with three other shooters, on grounds of recent lack of form.
2018-07-18 15:42:20 Read More

BCCI to host over 2000 matches in 2018-19 domestic season

Indian domestic cricket will have record 2017 matches in the upcoming season owing to inclusion of all North Eastern states as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the schedule for mega domestic season 2018-19.
2018-07-18 14:07:57 Read More

Unrealistic to win majors at Tiger-like pace, says McIlroy

Rory McIlroy says it is unrealistic to expect him to continue winning majors at the same rate as early in his career, but it is not for the want of trying that he has been treading water the past few years.
2018-07-18 13:58:05 Read More

Growth has been solid, hope Olympiad will demonstrate it: Anand

Indian chess has grown consistently in the last three decades, believes five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand, who expressed optimism that the country's progress would be reflected in the Chess Olympiad.
2018-07-18 13:18:01 Read More

Jumping to fifth spot in rankings a big boost: Sreejesh

Indian men's hockey team captain PR Sreejesh says that jumping to the fifth spot in the world rankings has come as a big confidence-booster ahead of the 2018 Asian Games and the FIH World Cup later in the year.
2018-07-18 12:37:37 Read More

Mbappe, Neymar, Brazil dominate Twitter during FIFA World Cup

As the FIFA World Cup drama unfolded on the pitch in Russia, fans came out in a big way to celebrate the beautiful game on the social media platform Twitter.
2018-07-18 11:51:23 Read More

Kohli touches career-high 911 points, sixth best ever in ODI rankings

India captain Virat Kohli strengthened his position at the top of ICC ODI rankings for batsmen by touching a career-high 911 points, while Kuldeep Yadav broke into the top-10 of the bowlers' chart at sixth on Wednesday.
2018-07-18 10:35:00 Read More

Rahul, Rahane not looked after properly; Dhoni must do more: Ganguly

"India are too top heavy at the moment. If your top-order doesn't get runs, then you are struggling. It is a big issue. You have to have quality like England have," said Sourav Ganguly in his post-match analysis.
2018-07-18 08:51:54 Read More

BCCI's domestic calendar could be in a royal mess

Indian cricket's vast domestic circuit - one that is scheduled to play host to more than 2,000 First Class and List A matches this season - is staring into a deep abyss as far as the operational procedures are concerned.
2018-07-18 03:52:57 Read More

Asian Games: Pencak silat athletes make way for men's handball team

After a lot of drama, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) cleared on Tuesday the participation of the men's handball team for the Jakarta-Palembang Asian Games.
2018-07-18 03:43:45 Read More

Rahul is India's latest middle-order casualty

One thought that with the majority of the World Cup being played in May and early June in England where the wickets are expected to do a bit, Ajinkya Rahane would be most suited technically to take care of an early collapse. But the team management does not think so.
2018-07-18 03:32:16 Read More

Neeraj Chopra wins gold at Sotteville Athletics Meet in France

Chopra's throw of 85.17m was enough to clinch the top spot on the podium, leaving Andrian Mardare behind on the second spot with a distance of 81.48m.
2018-07-18 02:50:43 Read More

Mohammed Shahid's widow threatens to return all his awards

Legendary hockey player Mohammed Shahid's widow Parveen claimed that she even spent Rs 3 lakh on holding a tournament in Shahid's name in 2017, but the state government's promise to reimburse the expenses was not fulfilled.
2018-07-18 02:48:50 Read More

3rd ODI: England beat India by eight wickets to clinch series 2-1

An allround England team registered a comprehensive eight-wicket victory over India in the third and deciding one-day international at Headingley on Tuesday. England clinched the three-match ODI series 2-1 for their first series win over India since 2011
2018-07-17 18:45:43 Read More

Wenger says he regrets staying at Arsenal for 22 years

Arsene Wenger has said staying as Arsenal manager for nearly 22 years may have been the biggest mistake of his career and that he regrets sacrificing "everything" for the job.
2018-07-17 18:17:53 Read More

Alaphilippe claims maiden Tour de France stage

Frenchman Julian Alaphilippe turned on the style to secure his maiden Tour de France stage win on Tuesday as Belgium's Greg Van Avermaet stubbornly held on to the yellow jersey.
2018-07-17 17:07:49 Read More

Sajan wins gold as India bag four medals on Day 1 of Junior Asian Wrestling

India's Greco Roman wrestler Sajan gave his blood and sweat before emerging champion in the 77kg category as the hosts claimed four medals, including two silver and a bronze, on the opening day of the Junior Asian Championships here.
2018-07-17 16:20:51 Read More

Usain Bolt to make run at pro soccer in Australia

The Olympic sprint great has long expressed his love of the game. Since his retirement from track, he has tested himself with Germany's Borussia Dortmund and the Norwegian club Stromsgodset.
2018-07-17 16:01:53 Read More

Arjun, the other Tendulkar, makes international debut

Arjun Tendulkar, son of arguably one of the greatest batsmen some of whose unique records are tipped to live down the ages, on Tuesday made his much-anticipated international debut on a ground identified by its unique name.
2018-07-17 15:10:37 Read More

CoA chief Vinod Rai plays down head coaches' controversial exit

Committee of Administrators (CoA) chief Vinod Rai played down the recent trend of senior players influencing the future of coaches in Indian cricket, saying "there was nothing new in it".
2018-07-17 14:08:27 Read More

Okuhara stands in Sindhu's way again at World Championship

PV Sindhu might have to upstage defending champion and familiar foe Nozomi Okuhara as the two finalists of the previous edition are drawn to meet in the quarter-finals of the World Championship, to be held from July 30 to August 5 in Nanjing, China.
2018-07-17 13:48:29 Read More

Shubhankar Sharma ready to live dream at The Open

India's rising star Shubhankar Sharma will realise a long-time dream when he makes his debut appearance at The 147th Open at Carnoustie, which gets underway on Thursday.
2018-07-17 13:42:49 Read More

The Open my best chance to add to majors haul: Tiger Woods

The American superstar returns to The Open after three years and said on Tuesday that it is his best long-term chance to add to his 14 major victories.
2018-07-17 12:16:08 Read More

Fast bowler Parvinder Awana calls it a day at 31

Delhi fast bowler Parvinder Awana has decided to retire from all forms of cricket two days ahead of his 32nd birthday. Awana has spearheaded the Delhi attack for most of the past decade, playing two T20Is for India in the process.
2018-07-17 12:09:57 Read More

Vijender Singh hints at September fight, opponent undecided

His much-awaited fight for the Commonwealth Super Middleweight title was cancelled earlier this month.
2018-07-17 11:54:19 Read More

IOA drops 20 athletes from pencak silat Asiad squad

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) dropped 20 athletes from the Pencak Silat team for the upcoming Asian Games, alleging fake credentials, prompting the national federation to threaten legal action.
2018-07-17 11:33:19 Read More

3rd ODI live: India set 257-run target for England

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2018-07-17 10:18:58 Read More

India jump one place to fifth in latest FIH rankings

India have jumped a rung to fifth position in the men's hockey world rankings issued by the International Hockey Federation (FIH) on Tuesday.
2018-07-17 09:53:17 Read More

We must be cautious in Asiad title defence: Harendra Singh

"Though we are the defending champions, we cannot take any team lightly. I don't call this an easy group. We must be highly cautious against each of these teams as we have not played against teams like Hong Kong China and Sri Lanka," Harendra said after the schedule was announced on Monday.
2018-07-17 08:51:17 Read More

FIH Women's Hockey World Cup 2018: All you need to know about India's campaign

The team led by striker Rani Rampal and coached by Sjoerd Marijne left for London on Sunday. The players looked in good shape on the preparatory tour of Spain, where India drew the five-Test series against the hosts 2-2.
2018-07-17 07:21:02 Read More

Tie-breaks must at 12-12 in the fifth set: Boris Becker

Written off as a spent force -- and even doubting his own famed powers of recovery -- after seeing his world ranking slump to its lowest in 12 years, Novak Djokovic swept past a weary Kevin Anderson 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 (7/3) in the final, adding the 2018 title to his wins in 2011, 2014 and 2015.
2018-07-17 06:23:11 Read More

Son's presence made it extra special: Novak Djokovic

In the months leading up to Wimbledon, Novak Djokovic did a lot of visualizing. The 31-year-old pictured his first-born Stefan celebrating this Grand Slam title with him.
2018-07-17 06:11:17 Read More

FIFA must rethink the handball rule: Osvaldo Ardiles

On the eve of the final, FIFA president Gianni Infantino hailed VAR a resounding success in the system's first World Cup, but there are four million Croatians who would now strongly disagree.
2018-07-17 06:04:27 Read More

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No goals, but it doesn't really matter for Giroud

In January 2018, Olivier Giroud was a desperate man. He was not getting enough opportunities to play at Arsenal and that was never a good thing leading up to the World Cup.
2018-07-17 05:52:50 Read More

Cristiano Ronaldo reveals why he left Real Madrid for Juventus

Ronaldo, who joined the Italian champions last week on a four-year contract for 100 million euros ($117.07 million), said that he did not want to stay in his comfort zone after winning three straight European Cups with Real.
2018-07-17 05:47:38 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: And the Golden Double goes to..

The European Cup/Uefa Champions League final is normally the most anticipated fixture of the football season, except during World Cup year.
2018-07-17 05:28:54 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Success on ground, honours underground

On Monday, Regie Autonome des Transports Parisiens, which runs the Paris Metro, changed the names of six stations in honour of France's World Cup win in Russia. Workers kicked off the rebranding soon after the final whistle, though it isn't clear how long they will stay.
2018-07-17 05:12:21 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Pitch invasion shows Russia's dark side

Claimed by Pussy Riot and titled "Policeman enters the Game," this 'performance' - which even included Maram, their leader, swapping a high five with an amused Kylian Mbappe -- strikes a blow at the month-long charm offensive of the Putin administration at the World Cup, and emerges as a telling statement about the state of affairs in the host country.
2018-07-17 04:58:56 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Griezmann hails French diversity

Talking about the players of African origin in his team, the player of the final said, "It is the France we love, don't we? Players coming from different horizons and assimilating into one group and playing for one flag. That is what we are. That unity made us world champions. We are so proud of that unity."
2018-07-17 04:46:09 Read More

Hugo's journey: From horror of 2010 to joy of 2018

The image of the French goalkeeper receiving the trophy from Fifa president Gianni Infantino, kissing and lifting it at the Luzhniki Stadium under a stormy, rain-soaked Moscow sky, tells you the story of the united colours of Les Bleus.
2018-07-17 04:14:51 Read More

Deschamps lauds his players' mental qualities

Deschamps was drenched in champagne thrice as he took the stage to face questions from the media. The French team, led by Paul Pogba, invaded the room and poured champagne on the coach the moment he was about to answer the first question.
2018-07-17 04:06:36 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018 will remain in our minds forever

A total of 64 matches played at 12 venues across 11 cities gives you an idea of the vastness of a country that spent an estimated $14.2 billion to host the most expensive World Cup ever.
2018-07-17 03:51:59 Read More

Hima Das preferred to train with boys: Coach

"She has been different than others ever since I first spotted her - very disciplined and determined. Normally when a girl starts to train with the boys, they tend to improve their performance level. And Hima was so desperate to improve that she always wanted to run with the boys.
2018-07-17 03:44:08 Read More

Dhoni's knock reminded me of my infamous 36 not out: Sunil Gavaskar

India have made life a touch hard for them by losing the second ODI at Lord's. On a pitch that had little for the bowlers, the Indians were taken for plenty especially in the last ten overs and that is where the game slipped out of their hands.
2018-07-17 03:05:04 Read More

I'm 'not like others' says Ronaldo at Juve unveiling

Cristiano Ronaldo said that he's "different" from other players of his age who move to China for mega-money deals, during his official unveiling as a Juventus player on Monday.
2018-07-16 17:21:02 Read More

FIFA World Cup final pitch invader given 15-day jail term

The judge also banned the pitch invader, Veronika Nikulshina, from attending sports events for three years.
2018-07-16 16:58:18 Read More

Crowds pack Champs Elysees as French World Cup winners return home

The World Cup-winning French team returned home to a heroes' welcome on Monday as hundreds of thousands packed the Champs Elysees for their victory parade ahead of a presidential reception in the evening.
2018-07-16 16:53:45 Read More

After Kohli, assistant coach Bangar comes to Dhoni's defence

Former skipper Dhoni took a lot of flak after an uncharacteristic slow innings at Lord's, where he was even jeered while scoring 37 off 59 balls. After skipper Virat Kohli and leg spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, Bangar backed Dhoni.
2018-07-16 16:14:17 Read More

Croatians give heroes' welcome to World Cup squad

Tens of thousands of Croatians gave a heroes' welcome to their team in Zagreb on Monday after the squad returned from Russia following their World Cup final defeat.
2018-07-16 16:02:34 Read More

India vs England: England's Vince and Billings on standby after Roy injury

England opener Jason Roy will have a fitness test before play on Tuesday to see if he can take part in the third and deciding one-day international against India at Headingley.
2018-07-16 15:57:43 Read More

How England plan to counter Kuldeep Yadav in final ODI

Pacer Mark Wood on Monday said that England should work on denying Indian wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav early success if his side are to win the third and series deciding ODI here on Tuesday.
2018-07-16 15:57:14 Read More

French World Cup victors to get Legion of Honour

France's victorious World Cup players will all be awarded the Legion of Honour, the office of President Emmanuel Macron said Monday ahead of their visit to the Elysee Palace.
2018-07-16 15:37:35 Read More

2nd ODI: Pakistan beat Zimbabwe by nine wickets

Pakistan continued their dominance with both bat and ball to win the second of five one-day internationals against Zimbabwe by nine wickets.
2018-07-16 14:53:19 Read More

India bank on hope, experience to make a mark at World Cup

The Asia Cup title triumph last year followed by the fourth-place finish at the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games have strengthened the belief that the team is moving in the right direction.
2018-07-16 14:38:32 Read More

Indians in Finland join hands to award Hima Das Rs 1 lakh

A day before Assam govt announced a cash prize for country's new track star Hima Das, a group of Indians living in Finland had made up their mind to drive over the weekend from Helsinki to Tampere to surprise the sprint queen.
2018-07-16 14:36:21 Read More

Indians in Finland join hands to award Hima Das Rs 1 lakh

A day before Assam govt announced a cash prize for country's new track star Hima Das, a group of Indians living in Finland had made up their mind to drive over the weekend from Helsinki to Tampere to surprise the sprint queen.
2018-07-16 14:36:21 Read More

Asian Games: India men's hockey team face Hong Kong in opener

India will open its title defence against minnows Hong Kong China on August 22 in the men's hockey competition of the Asian Games to be held in Indonesia.
2018-07-16 13:51:03 Read More

Next stop, Gareth Southgate: London rail station renamed after England boss

England enjoyed their best World Cup performance in 28 years under Southgate's leadership, reaching the semi-finals and narrowly missing a spot in the final, losing to Croatia after extra-time.
2018-07-16 13:06:17 Read More

Ronaldo greets Juventus fans, sparks Champions League dreams

Hundreds of fans gathered outside the Allianz Stadium in Turin from early morning singing "Ronaldo, bring us the Champions (League)" as the European competition's most lethal striker of all time made a brief appearance ahead of his medical Monday.
2018-07-16 12:13:18 Read More

Shivalkar praises Kuldeep Yadav for accuracy, loop

English batsmen are struggling against Chinaman bowler Kuldeep Yadav and veteran left-arm spinner Padmakar Shivalkar attributes the Indian wrist spinner's success to his accuracy and loop.
2018-07-16 12:00:53 Read More

SL captain, coach and manager banned for two Tests, four ODIs

Sri Lanka captain Dinesh Chandimal along with head coach Chandika Hathurusingha and team manager Asanka Gurusinha have each been banned for four ODIs and two Tests for acting against the spirit of the game.
2018-07-16 11:43:06 Read More

Djokovic back in top 10 after Wimbledon exploits

Djokovic beat Kevin Anderson 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 (7-3) to claim his fourth Wimbledon men's singles crown on Sunday, launching him 11 places to 10th in the rankings, ending an eight months top 10 exile.
2018-07-16 10:59:25 Read More

Mbappe's France have quality to emulate Pele's boys from Brazil

When teenager Kylian Mbappe netted France's fourth goal in the World Cup final, thoughts turned to the possibility that the French could go on to emulate the dominant Brazilian teams led by their great striker Pele.
2018-07-16 10:54:56 Read More

India look to solve middle-order woes in series' finale

Victory in London confirmed England's spot as the No.1 ODI side in the ICC Rankings. A win for India at Headlingley will only help close the gap and hand them the bragging rights before the Test series begins on August 1.
2018-07-16 09:24:15 Read More

Live: Zimbabwe vs Pakistan, 2nd ODI

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2018-07-16 08:48:34 Read More

'I'll be back': Anderson vows to avenge Wimbledon heartache

South Africa's Kevin Anderson vowed to use the pain of his Wimbledon final defeat as fuel to finally win a Grand Slam title.
2018-07-16 08:47:37 Read More

My son inspired Wimbledon triumph, says Djokovic

Novak Djokovic revealed Sunday that the thought of his son seeing him win a Grand Slam title for the first time inspired him to his fourth triumph at the All England Club and 13th crown at the majors.
2018-07-16 08:37:06 Read More

Modric says Golden Ball 'bittersweet' after World Cup defeat

Croatia captain Luka Modric said being awarded the Golden Ball for the World Cup's best player was "bittersweet" after losing the final 4-2 to France on Sunday.
2018-07-16 07:41:58 Read More

France World Cup win 'as beautiful' as 1998 victory for Deschamps

Didier Deschamps said France were "swimming in happiness" after his players interrupted his post-World Cup final press conference, dancing and showering their manager in drinks as they celebrated their 4-2 win over Croatia.
2018-07-16 07:38:00 Read More

Putin 'proud' of Russia's handling of World Cup

President Vladimir Putin said Russia could be "proud" of its hosting of the football World Cup, judging it a success "in every respect" after Sunday's final.
2018-07-16 07:28:34 Read More

Heartbroken but proud Croatia fans celebrate their 'heroes'

Heartbroken but proud Croatian fans in Zagreb cheered and wept as their "heroes" went down 4-2 to France in the World Cup final in Moscow on Sunday.
2018-07-16 07:16:32 Read More

'Truly great': World hails France's World Cup win

Congratulations rolled in from around the world for France's football team on Sunday after their young side triumphed over Croatia 4-2 in an incredible World Cup final in Moscow.
2018-07-16 07:10:36 Read More

Gold rush for India at Serbian youth boxing tournament

Indian boxers ruled the ring at the 36th Golden Glove of Vojvodina youth tournament, ending with a whopping seven gold medals to claim the overall top spot in the event in Subotica, Serbia.
2018-07-16 06:40:59 Read More

Powar named interim coach of India women's cricket team

A few days after he narrowly lost out on becoming the Mumbai coach, former India off-spinner Ramesh Powar bagged a prestigious assignment as the BCCI asked him to look after the Indian women's team till they find a replacement for previous coach Tushar Arothe, after the latter quit in acrimonious circumstances.
2018-07-16 06:07:41 Read More

I won but Serena didn't lose: Angelique Kerber

"I'm happy that I won the match," a beaming Angelique Kerber said of the final where she subdued the heroic American Serena Williams, before stressing, "she did not lose the match, I won the match."
2018-07-16 04:07:42 Read More

My journey has just begun: Serena Williams

"I like to tell all moms that I had such a long struggle to come back, and that it was really difficult. I feel if I can do it, they can do it too. I'm just that person, that vessel, that's saying, 'you can be whatever you want to be'," Serena Williams said.
2018-07-16 04:00:08 Read More

A tale of two former Yugoslavias

While the man from Serbia battled it out for his fourth Wimbledon title (and 13th Grand Slam overall), 2,500 km away and a little game time apart, the team from Croatia were aiming for football's ultimate prize.
2018-07-16 03:41:51 Read More

2018 World Cup final? Or was it the final of...

The 4-2 scoreline was similar to the final of the first-ever World Cup when Uruguay beat Argentina, when Italy prevailed over Hungary two editions later, and the only edition won by England-at home, against Germany.
2018-07-16 03:33:03 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Five factors in France's final flourish

In a battle of style and substance, France had the last laugh as Croatia stopped short of ending their fairytale run with the Cup itself. A look at five key factors which helped Didier Deschamps' side seal its legacy at the Luzhniki Stadium on Sunday.
2018-07-16 03:14:40 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: The world is Les Bleus

As Pogba found his gear, Croatian resistance melted away and France wrapped up their second World Cup 4-2 in a deserving fashion. With the half-time score 2-1, Croatia still harboured hopes of a comeback and they were successful in cutting the communication lines between Pogba and Kylian Mbappe till the 59th minute.
2018-07-16 02:54:11 Read More

What a final! French Four Two good for Croatian courage

France, a multi-cultural team with oodles of talent and attitude, showed flair and nerve to hold off a fighting band of Croatians 4-2, and win their second World Cup — 20 years after Zinedine Zidane had led the Les Bleus to their first triumph at home.
2018-07-16 01:45:57 Read More

Intruders run on to pitch during World Cup final

The World Cup final between France and Croatia in Moscow was briefly interrupted when three intruders ran onto the pitch before they were hauled off by stewards.
2018-07-15 17:29:30 Read More

Vinesh sets mat on fire, grabs gold at Grand Prix of Spain

Sending out a warning to her rivals ahead of the Asian Games, Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat grabbed a gold at the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, conceding just one point in five bouts en route the dominating title victory.
2018-07-15 16:17:19 Read More

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Manu, Anmol claim mixed air pistol team gold

Teen sensations Manu Bhaker and Anmol Jain claimed the gold medal in mixed 10m air pistol team competition, ending on rousing note India's successful campaign in the 28th Meeting of Shooting Hopes international competition in Plzen, Czech Republic.
2018-07-15 16:03:08 Read More

Djokovic beats Anderson to win fourth Wimbledon title

Novak Djokovic is back at his best and the Wimbledon champion for a fourth time, grabbing a lead right away against a weary Kevin Anderson in the final and winning 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 (3) on Sunday.
2018-07-15 15:54:58 Read More

Hollywood star Will Smith brings down curtain on Russia World Cup

Hollywood actor and singer Will Smith performed the soccer World Cup's official song "Live It Up" in the tournament's closing ceremony in Moscow on Sunday.
2018-07-15 15:13:48 Read More

Thailand Open: PV Sindhu loses to Nozomi Okuhara in final

Ace India shuttler and world No. 4 PV Sindhu lost the summit clash of the Thailand Open Super 500 in straight games to Japan's Nozomi Okuhara on Sunday.
2018-07-15 11:29:53 Read More

Dhoni booed by Indian spectators during 2nd ODI

On a day when he crossed the 10,000-run milestone in ODIs, Mahendra Singh Dhoni was booed by the Indian supporters at the 'Home of Cricket' for his slow batting during the team's 86-run defeat against England in the second game of the three-match series.
2018-07-15 06:33:18 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Five memorable matches

Quite a few games at the FIFA World Cup 2018 left us on the edge of our seats. TOI picks out five memorable ones.
2018-07-15 06:15:36 Read More

FIFA WC: Stars who announced their arrivals

There’s no bigger stage than the World Cup to announce one’s arrival, and these rising young stars did just that, dazzling us all with their divine talent and exquisite skill.
2018-07-15 06:05:24 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Top-three goals

Some goals define moments. Others win matches. Then there are the ones that conjure pure magic, leaving a lasting impression.
2018-07-15 05:46:34 Read More

A to Z of the FIFA World Cup 2018

From Messi and Ronaldo exiting the World Cup in round of 16 to Germany falling victim to the champions's curse, TOI looks at the A to Z of the World Cup 2018.
2018-07-15 05:19:56 Read More

BCCI forms ‘task force’ for North-East cricket

Realising that all the states in the North-East need to be prepared to play in the Ranji Trophy and all the other domestic tournaments this season, the BCCI has formed a ‘task force’ to develop cricket on a war footing there.
2018-07-15 04:51:54 Read More

Uttar Pradesh athletes threaten fast over Asiad snub

UP sprinters Prachi and Chhavi Sharawat, who finished third and fourth respectively at the Interstate Championship in Guwahati which was an Asiad qualifier, on Saturday alleged the AFI has overlooked their credentials while picking the relay team.
2018-07-15 04:45:43 Read More

Unloved at home, Luka is Croatia’s man of ideas

At the heart of Croatia’s second coming – they finished third on debut in WC 1998 – is their leader, Luka Modric, arguably the most influential player in Russia.
2018-07-15 04:22:15 Read More

Lloris, Deschamps gush over ‘high-quality’ rivals

One got a little suspicious after listening to Hugo Lloris praising Croatia on the eve of France’s World Cup final clash. The captain and goalkeeper of France, the constant feature in the pre-match press conferences, was almost gushing while ratcheting up the qualities of Croatians.
2018-07-15 04:15:32 Read More

Self-belief is our strength: Luka Modric

It was rather obvious that Luka Modric would address the world media ahead of the World Cup final. The Croatian captain, riding on an emotional rollercoaster, tried to put things in perspective at the packed hall of the Luzhniki.
2018-07-15 04:12:24 Read More

For Griezmann, stature more than just a physical attribute

Antoine Griezmann is all over the place. Born in France and raised in Spain, his best friends and mentors are from Uruguay, while he himself says he thinks in French but gets angry in Spanish.
2018-07-15 04:02:41 Read More

France vs Croatia: What the numbers foretell

Here's a look at the key numbers ahead of the FIFA World Cup final between France and Croatia on Sunday.
2018-07-15 03:47:24 Read More

FIFA World Cup final: Croatia vs France - Three key battles

The final between France and Croatia has plenty of contests that could light up the Luzhniki Stadium tonight.
2018-07-15 03:41:27 Read More

How Croatia handle France's pace will decide who will lift the cup

Esprit de corps. That’s the feeling France and Croatia are riding on to write a new page in history. Very few predicted or expected this final lineup. Apprehensions about the host’s readiness clouded the vision but as the sun shone on the pitches, a new reality dawned.
2018-07-15 02:58:56 Read More

2nd ODI: England beat India by 86 runs to level series 1-1

Joe Root's composed hundred laid the platform for England's 86-run win over India in the second one-day international at Lord's on Saturday. Victory saw 2019 World Cup hosts England, first in the ODI rankings to India's second, level the three-match series at 1-1.
2018-07-14 18:19:05 Read More

MS Dhoni second wicketkeeper to score 10,000 ODI runs

Former India captain MS Dhoni has become only the second wicketkeeper-batsman to the attain landmark of 10,000 runs in ODI cricket. The 37-year-old joined Kumar Sangakkara in an exclusive club on Saturday.
2018-07-14 17:22:06 Read More

Kerber stuns Serena to win maiden Wimbledon title

Kerber, who won the Australian and US Opens in 2016, after which she became the oldest first-time No.1, swept to the title at Church Road with a 6-3, 6-3 win. Her performance in the final mirrored the effective quality of automobile engineering her country Germany is celebrated for.
2018-07-14 16:32:07 Read More

Belgium third in World Cup after 2-0 win over England

Belgium finished third in the World Cup, their best-ever performance, when they beat England 2-0 with an early Thomas Meunier goal and a breakaway finished by Eden Hazard in Saturday's playoff between the losing semi-finalists.
2018-07-14 16:03:15 Read More

Live FIFA World Cup 2018: Belgium 1-0 England

Stay updated with Times of India for all the Football live score updates of 2018 FIFA World Cup game between Belgium and England on Times of India
2018-07-14 14:48:28 Read More

Djokovic outlasts Nadal in classic Wimbledon semi-final

Serbia's Novak Djokovic reached his fifth Wimbledon final as he resisted everything great rival Rafael Nadal could throw at him to win 6-4, 3-6, 7-6(9), 3-6 10-8 in a two-day classic that concluded in nerve-jangling tension on Saturday.
2018-07-14 14:48:06 Read More

Hima Das to receive government funding till Tokyo Olympics

Indian athletics' newest sensation Hima Das will be provided "end-to-end" support towards her preparation for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics under the government's Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS).
2018-07-14 14:05:21 Read More

MS Dhoni first India wicketkeeper to 300 ODI catches

Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Saturday became the first Indian wicketkeeper to take 300 catches in one-day internationals, when he caught Jos Buttler off Umesh Yadav during the second ODI of the three-match series at the Lord's.
2018-07-14 13:04:45 Read More

PV Sindhu makes final of Thailand Open, Okuhara awaits

Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu advanced into the women's singles final after registering a hard-fought victory over Indonesia's Gregoria Mariska Tunjung at the $350,000 Thailand Open World Tour Super 500 tournament on Saturday.
2018-07-14 11:30:55 Read More

Wimbledon: Kevin Anderson's tall story becomes epic tale

Kevin Anderson stands out at 6ft 8ins (2.02m) and on Sunday he'll stand even taller when he becomes the first South African man in 97 years to play in the Wimbledon final.
2018-07-14 11:29:53 Read More

I'm the little man who can, says Croatia's Modric

Croatia captain Luka Modric says determination and self-belief were always more important than physical stature in football and that will be as true in Sunday's World Cup final as in any other match.
2018-07-14 11:22:36 Read More

Neeraj Chopra set to qualify for Diamond League Final but Asiad schedule coming in way

Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has a good chance to qualify for the prestigious Diamond League Final on August 30 but the narrow gap between the meet in Zurich and his Asian Games event could leave the athlete in a tight spot.
2018-07-14 10:40:17 Read More

SL spinners wreak havoc to beat SA inside three days

Sri Lanka off-spinner Dilruwan Perera completed a 10-wicket match haul as the hosts thumped South Africa by 278 runs inside three days to go 1-0 up in the first match of the two-Test series on Saturday.
2018-07-14 09:53:15 Read More

France's road to the 2018 World Cup final

France's progression to Sunday's World Cup final, where they face Croatia as they target a second title to add to their victory on home soil in 1998, has included arguably the tournament's most boring and most exciting matches.
2018-07-14 09:43:33 Read More

France's road to the 2018 World Cup final

France's progression to Sunday's World Cup final, where they face Croatia as they target a second title to add to their victory on home soil in 1998, has included arguably the tournament's most boring and most exciting matches.
2018-07-14 09:43:33 Read More

2nd ODI live: Kuldeep strikes again to scalp Roy

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2018-07-14 09:17:18 Read More

Former Napoli manager Sarri replaces Conte at Chelsea

Former Napoli manager Maurizio Sarri has joined Chelsea as head coach on a three-year term, the Premier League club said on Saturday.
2018-07-14 08:37:15 Read More

Goals, Neymar and Kalinic: Best and worst of the World Cup

A look the best goals, most memorable moments and biggest disappointments of the FIFA World Cup 2018.
2018-07-14 06:23:28 Read More

Serena eyes history, Kerber revenge in Wimbledon final

Serena Williams isn't at her quickest, a comfortable step off her pace. Understandable, though it hasn't shown in the American's charge into her tenth Wimbledon final.
2018-07-14 05:20:34 Read More

Anderson in final after a marathon duel with Isner

The gentleman pro from Johannesburg came through for a 7-6 (8-6), 6-7 (5-7), 6-7 (9-11), 6-4, 26-24 win in 6 hours and 36 minutes of action, the longest semifinal here at the All England Club.
2018-07-14 05:14:37 Read More

VAR has made competition more just, says Infantino

"Russia is cool." And to prove it, Fifa president Gianni Infantino took the dais sporting a volunteer sweatshirt instead of a formal jacket at the Luzhniki on Friday.
2018-07-14 05:04:54 Read More

Croatia have done well, but France will be favourites: Lothar Matthaeus

Croatia -- preparing for a first-ever World Cup final against France -- punches above its weight in many sports, with talent, passion and patriotism making up for a lack of resources in the small nation.
2018-07-14 05:01:17 Read More

We will play with 4.5m players: Rakitic

"If there was a stadium with 4.5 million seats, we would have filled it up on Sunday," said Ivan Rakitic, trying to live up to the euphoria that the nation and its people are experiencing since the start of the 2018 World Cup.
2018-07-14 04:42:53 Read More

Indian boxers on a roll at Serbian youth boxing tourney

There was no stopping the Indian juggernaut at the Golden Glove of Vojvodina Youth Boxing Tournament as nine from the country advanced to the semifinals to be assured of medals on day 3 of the competition in Subotica, Serbia.
2018-07-14 04:41:24 Read More

France's multi-ethnic stars have stood them in good stead

Is France the new Brazil? Comparisons between Kylian Mbappe and Pele have already been drawn since the 19-year old's fireworks against Argentina in the Round-of-16 match at Kazan Arena.
2018-07-14 04:32:31 Read More

Dinesh Karthik may stay back in England for Tests

Wicket-keeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik, who made a comeback to the India Test team in the match against Afghanistan last month, could find himself extending his stay in England over the coming weeks.
2018-07-14 04:26:38 Read More

Croatia stand between Mbappe's France and World Cup glory

A month on and 63 games later, the 2018 World Cup reaches its climax on Sunday as a young France side spearheaded by Kylian Mbappe and Antoine Griezmann look to win the trophy for the second time when they take on Croatia in Moscow.
2018-07-14 04:20:14 Read More

Exclusive: Diego Maradona impressed by young England's creditable show

Gareth Southgate and his players have been hailed back home after reaching the last four for the first time since 1990, and for bringing together a nation bitterly divided over Brexit.
2018-07-14 04:19:25 Read More

Thorpe urges England to keep an 'open mind' vs Kuldeep

England batting coach Graham Thorpe believes clear thinking is needed as his side try to get to grips with the challenge of facing India's Kuldeep Yadav.
2018-07-14 04:06:20 Read More

Hima Das, the new poster girl of Indian sports

"This victory beats every other win," Hima Das told TOI. "I'll rate this feeling on top and then comes the Commonwealth Games. I'm a world champion and it's all God's wish," Hima said after a tiring day when she didn't even find time to eat lunch.
2018-07-14 04:04:30 Read More

Calls for tiebreaks to end fifth-set contests grow louder

With no end in sight to his Wimbledon semi-final, American John Isner sat slumped in his chair deep into the fifth set and pleadingly looked up at umpire Marija Cicak with a request: "Can we play a tiebreak please?"
2018-07-14 03:49:26 Read More

Anderson faces another epic battle - to get fit for final

As if surviving a six hour, 36-minute marathon was not enough punishment for his body, Kevin Anderson is now hoping his "sore" and "swollen" feet, and "jelly-like" legs will be able to withstand one final test in Sunday's men's final at Wimbledon.
2018-07-14 03:36:47 Read More

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Rohit, Kuldeep should play Tests: Sunil Gavaskar

India's clinical performance in the first One-Day International at Nottingham will give the England think-tank plenty to ponder about for the next two games.
2018-07-14 03:35:21 Read More

Holder shines as West Indies dominate Bangladesh

Jason Holder led the rout of Bangladesh with a five-wicket haul as the West Indies took control of the second Test at close on second day at Sabina Park in Jamaica on Friday.
2018-07-14 03:25:00 Read More

FIFA WC: Why you should watch third-place playoff

Third-place matches at the FIFA World Cup have often been more entertaining than the final itself.
2018-07-14 02:35:44 Read More

Golden girl Hima Das breaks records — and liquor vends

“While you all were sleeping, I rocked the world,” said sensational 18-year-old athlete Hima Das. She was speaking to her father on the phone after running like the wind to claim gold in the 400m race at the IAAF World U-20 meet in Finland.
2018-07-13 23:50:25 Read More

FIFA World Cup: Why this Goa village is rooting for Croatia

Visitors from Croatia came to Gandaulim, about 4km from Old Goa, sometime in the 16th century. They may have not dwelled there for long, but the restored Church of Sao Braz that they built beside Cumbarjua canal is a reminder of that stay in this small riverside settlement of about 200 inhabitants.
2018-07-13 20:03:35 Read More

Groenewegen wins Tour de France 7th stage, Van Avermaet still in yellow

Dutchman Dylan Groenewegen burst past Colombian sprint rival Fernando Gaviria to win the Tour de France seventh stage at the end of a 231 km run from Fougeres to Chartres on Friday.
2018-07-13 17:06:59 Read More

Elevanil wins gold in junior shooting meet

Young Indian shooter Elavenil Valarivan claimed the women's air rifle gold medal in the 28th Meeting of Shooting Hopes junior international championship in Plzen, Czech Republic.
2018-07-13 16:47:56 Read More

Rishabh Pant shines in India A's incredible win over West Indies A

Rishabh Pant shone with a counter-attacking 71-ball 67 as India 'A' completed an incredible five-wicket victory over West Indies 'A' in the second unofficial Test, coming back from a precarious position to clinch the series 1-0 on Friday.
2018-07-13 16:13:04 Read More

Asian Games: Rathore to skip torch relay, IOA invites Goel

Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore has expressed his inability to attend the Asian Games torch relay here on Sunday, prompting the Indian Olympic Association to extend an invitation to his predecessor Vijay Goel, who has accepted it.
2018-07-13 15:39:34 Read More

1st ODI: Imam and Khan propel Pakistan to crushing victory over Zimbabwe

Pakistan stormed to a 201-run win over Zimbabwe in Bulawayo on Friday in the opening game of their five-match one-day series.
2018-07-13 15:17:07 Read More

Support Olympic sports: Bindra urges corporate houses

Cricket has cash and it is time the corporate houses look beyond and invest in other sports, India's lone individual Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra said on Friday.
2018-07-13 14:04:35 Read More

Official Match ball carriers bring India on field at FIFA World Cup

India at the FIFA World Cup might be a long shot at this point but a couple of Indian kids got to live a dream by being the Official Match Ball Carriers (OMBCs) at the ongoing mega-event here.
2018-07-13 13:14:23 Read More

Spinners put Sri Lanka on top in 1st South Africa Test

Spinners led by Dilruwan Perera put hosts Sri Lanka in firm command of the first Test on Friday after South Africa were bowled out for 126 -- their lowest Test innings in the country.
2018-07-13 12:59:44 Read More

It's been like a dream so far: Hima Das

"I am living a dream", said Hima Das as she tried to put in words her remarkable journey from being a stubborn footballer in a nondescript Assam village to becoming the first Indian woman world champion in athletics.
2018-07-13 12:57:06 Read More

Griezmann paints picture of relaxed atmosphere in French camp

If Antoine Griezmann's jocular demeanour is anything to go by, France are far from overawed by the prospect of playing in the World Cup final and in buoyant spirits ahead of Sunday's clash with Croatia.
2018-07-13 12:37:00 Read More

Sindhu progresses to Thailand Open semifinals

Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu progressed to the women's singles semifinals after knocking out Malaysia's Soniia Cheah in straight games at the $350,000 Thailand Open World Tour Super 500 tournament on Friday.
2018-07-13 11:48:59 Read More

FIFA president Infantino celebrates 'best World Cup' ever

FIFA president Gianni Infantino celebrated what he described as the "best World Cup" ever on Friday, thanks to the quality of football and organisation in Russia.
2018-07-13 11:10:11 Read More

When you all were sleeping, I rocked the world: Hima Das

After giving India her first ever track gold medal at the IAAF World Under-20 Athletics Championships in Finland on Friday, Assam's Hima Das called up her father, thousands of kilometer at a non-descript Kandulimari village of Dhing in Nagaon district in central Assam to break the big news.
2018-07-13 10:43:12 Read More

Two medals assured for India at Golden Gloves boxing

Akash Kumar (56kg) and Lalita (69kg) assured India of two medals at the 36th Golden Glove of Vojvodina youth boxing tournament after advancing to the semifinals of the event in Serbia.
2018-07-13 10:35:04 Read More

Chelsea part ways with manager Antonio Conte

Chelsea have parted company with their Italian manager Antonio Conte after two years at Stamford Bridge, the Premier League club said on Friday.
2018-07-13 10:24:00 Read More

Hima Das' meteoric rise from humble beginnings

With the success at World U20 Championships making her a favourite for the gold at next month's Asian Games, both Hima Das and her millions of fans back home will be hoping for more than one medal at the continental extravaganza.
2018-07-13 09:36:25 Read More

Mohammad Kaif announces retirement from competitive cricket

"I am retiring today as it's been 16 years since the historic NatWest Trophy win in which I was glad to play my part, and I'd like to remember that as I bow out," Mohammad Kaif wrote to acting president CK Khanna and acting secretary Amitabh Chaudhary in an email.
2018-07-13 09:08:38 Read More

Live: Zimbabwe vs Pakistan, 1st ODI

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2018-07-13 08:06:24 Read More

Dejected England, Belgium aim to leave World Cup on a high

England manager Gareth Southgate admits the World Cup third-place play-off is a game that no team wants to play, but Saturday's match against Belgium offers the chance to finish the tournament on a winning note.
2018-07-13 06:52:42 Read More

Croatia's World Cup success divides Balkan neighbours

Croatia's neighbours in the former Yugoslavia have largely praised the team's surprise success in reaching the World Cup final in Russia -- just don't expect the Serbian president to support them, at least for now.
2018-07-13 06:27:31 Read More

My goal is to be back next year: Roger Federer

Roger Federer seemed to be on a run at Wimbledon. He had won 34 consecutive sets until midway through his quarterfinal clash against the towering South African Kevin Anderson.
2018-07-13 06:07:18 Read More

We might be tempted to play Kuldeep, Chahal in Tests too: Virat Kohli

"Anything is possible with the selections for Tests and there might be a few surprises. Kuldeep is making a strong case for himself and so is Chahal. And looking at the way, the English batsmen have struggled against them, we might be tempted to do it," said Virat Kohli.
2018-07-13 05:27:36 Read More

Congratulations pour in for Hima Das' historic gold medal

Congratulatory wishes are pouring in for India's new golden girl in athletics Hima Das who on Thursday created history after becoming the first from her country to win a gold medal in the track event of a world championships.
2018-07-13 04:33:58 Read More

Brathwaite ton puts Windies in control against Bangladesh

Kraigg Brathwaite blasted another century while Shimron Hetmyer lashed an unbeaten 84 as the West Indies recovered from a slow start to dominate the opening day of the second and final Test against Bangladesh on Thursday.
2018-07-13 04:12:15 Read More

Croatia - Of King's Landing and 'weasel' currency

Croatia is not just known for its glamorous president. From the 'weasel' currency to Game of Thrones, here are a few things you didn't know about Republika Hrvatska...
2018-07-13 04:06:42 Read More

Vinayak Samant to guide Mumbai's fortunes

Vinayak Samant is the new coach of the Mumbai senior team for the 2018-19 season. Samant's appointment concluded what must have been the longest, and certainly most farcical process ever to pick the Mumbai coach.
2018-07-13 04:06:11 Read More

Modric defies fatigue to energize his fighting band of Croatian brothers

Given France's supreme ability, the ageing Croatians will not walk into the sunset with a whimper. In the last six matches, they have shown more character than all the top guns of football's elite nations put together.
2018-07-13 03:49:25 Read More

Kevin Anderson appears a man on a mission: Boris Becker

Tennis legend Boris Becker is mighty impressed with the way South African Kevin Anderson has performed this year at the Wimbledon where he launched a stunning comeback to oust defending champion Roger Federer in the quarter-finals.
2018-07-13 03:44:47 Read More

Show more respect: Luka Modric to English media

"English journalists, pundits from television, they underestimated Croatia and that was a huge mistake. They should be humble and respect opponents more. All these words from them we take, we were reading and we were saying, 'OK, we will see today who will be tired'," Luka Modric said.
2018-07-13 03:35:58 Read More

FIFA World Cup: England's semi-final loss pops bubble of reality

England and its fans have sold you the idea that 'football's coming home' for half a century now, and the world has passed by.
2018-07-13 03:31:45 Read More

Croatia display grit and class in win over England

Croatia - the young East European nation, with a population four times less than that of New Delhi, created a piece of history to match their struggle of independence and made it to their maiden World Cup final.
2018-07-13 03:23:39 Read More

CoA lists payments to states, draws flak

The Supreme Court-appointed Committee of Administrators (CoA) on Thursday evening listed payments that have been made from the BCCI to 26 full members and 11 affiliated members of the cricket board between 2012 and 2017.
2018-07-13 03:21:06 Read More

Kalinic, the Croatian who may not be happy

Nikola Kalinic, once of Blackburn, was supposed to be vital back-up for Mario Mandzukic in Zlatko Dalic's squad but when he was called upon against Nigeria in the group stage at 2-0 up, he refused to come on.
2018-07-13 03:17:21 Read More

Bayern, Inter make presence felt at World Cup finals

Two power clubs from the nations - Bayern Munich (Germany) and Inter Milan (Italy) - have supplied at least one player at every World Cup final, since 1982.
2018-07-13 02:55:20 Read More

Kuldeep Yadav waits on Test call after white-ball wickets against England

"I bowled wicket to wicket and tried to vary my pace," Kuldeep Yadav said. "Talking about Test cricket, I am hoping for the call and let's see what happens in a couple days when they announce the Test team."
2018-07-13 02:47:11 Read More

Under-20 World Athletics: Hima Das scripts history, wins gold in 400m

Indian sprinter Hima Das scripted history on Thursday as she clinched the gold medal in the 400m final - at the IAAF World Under-20 Athletics Championships in Tampere, Finland - becoming the first Indian athlete to do so in a track event.
2018-07-12 17:20:45 Read More

1st ODI: Records galore for Kuldeep Yadav

Indian wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav made a flurry of records in the first ODI of the three-match series against England. The chinaman bowler dished out a commanding performance to seal his career-best ODI figures that helped India bowl England for 268 on Thursday.
2018-07-12 16:29:23 Read More

After 3 medals, Indian rowers get IOA nod for Asiad berth

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) changed its earlier decision to drop the sport from the Indian Asiad squad and gave its permission for the Indian dragon boat teams to participate in the Asian Games to be held in Indonesia from August 12.
2018-07-12 16:03:32 Read More

Croatia defender Vida apologises for Ukraine comments

Croatia defender Domagoj Vida apologised after his team's World Cup semi-final victory over England on Wednesday after speaking out in support of Russia's neighbour and adversary Ukraine.
2018-07-12 15:52:52 Read More

Sublime Serena to face Kerber in her 10th Wimbledon final

Serena Williams booked a Wimbledon final rematch against Angelique Kerber as the seven-time champion marched into her 10th All England Club title match with a 6-2, 6-4 rout of Julia Goerges on Thursday.
2018-07-12 15:52:15 Read More

Chelsea sack Antonio Conte as manager: Reports

Chelsea have sacked Italian Antonio Conte as manager, media in Britain and Italy reported on Thursday.
2018-07-12 14:54:52 Read More

Kohli currently best batsman because Smith not there: Ponting

Former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting believes India captain Virat Kohli is currently the best batsman in the world only because Steve Smith is serving a year-long ban for his role in ball tampering at a Cape Town Test.
2018-07-12 14:42:15 Read More

Kerber reaches Wimbledon final as Ostapenko self-destructs

Germany's Angelique Kerber proved too solid for error-strewn Latvian Jelena Ostapenko as she reached her second Wimbledon final with a 6-3, 6-3 victory on Thursday.
2018-07-12 13:37:23 Read More

Karunaratne ton helps Sri Lanka to 287 vs SA

Sri Lanka opening batsman Dimuth Karunaratne struck a defiant unbeaten hundred on his return to the side to give the hosts a fighting first innings total in the opening Test against South Africa on Thursday.
2018-07-12 13:10:21 Read More

Thailand Open: PV Sindhu saves India's blushes

PV Sindhu saved the blushes for India even as the rest of the squad fell by the wayside in the second round of the Thailand Open BWF World Tour Super 500 tournament in Bangkok on Thursday.
2018-07-12 13:03:17 Read More

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If players decide fate of coaches then we are setting bad precedent: Tushar Arothe

Forced to resign after senior women cricketers gave a negative feedback about him, a hurt Tushar Arothe says that "letting players decide the fate of coaches" will only set a bad precedent.
2018-07-12 12:46:22 Read More

Van Basten says Neymar's playacting makes people laugh

Brazil forward Neymar's playacting makes people laugh, former Netherlands forward Marco van Basten said on Friday.
2018-07-12 12:14:32 Read More

Nadal braced for 'complex' Djokovic in 52nd meeting

Rafael Nadal described long-time rival Novak Djokovic as "one of the more complex" players he's ever met as they prepare to clash for the 52nd time on Friday with a Wimbledon final spot at stake.
2018-07-12 11:42:46 Read More

Chief organiser promises tight security for Asian Games

Indonesia will provide tight security for nearly 17000 athletes and officials who will take part in next month's multi-sport event, the chief organiser said on Thursday.
2018-07-12 11:35:51 Read More

France out to rectify Euro 2016 mistakes: Pogba

France are determined not to make the same mistakes they did two years ago in losing the Euro 2016 final when they take on Croatia for the biggest prize in football, midfielder Paul Pogba said on Thursday.
2018-07-12 10:45:49 Read More

Exhausted Croatia must draw on reserves for France final

It was no surprise that Croatia cavorted on the pitch in celebration with fans and family long after beating England in the semi-finals of the World Cup on Wednesday night, but a wiser head might have ushered them quietly to ice bath and bed.
2018-07-12 10:31:27 Read More

1st ODI live: Rohit, Kohli hit 50s to lead chase

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PCB provisionally suspends Ahmed Shehzad for failing dope test

Pakistan batsman Ahmed Shehzad was on Thursday provisionally suspended by the country's Cricket Board (PCB) after issuing him a notice for failing a dope test in a domestic tournament in April-May.
2018-07-12 08:46:11 Read More

Keep calm and carry on: Serena serene at Wimbledon

Serena Williams may be on the verge of making history at Wimbledon, but the stress-free former champion insists she doesn't feel under any pressure
2018-07-12 07:23:33 Read More

Nadal has got more than other players, says Del Potro

Juan Martin del Potro claimed Wednesday that Wimbledon conqueror Rafael Nadal has more weapons at his disposal than any other player after losing a five-set Wimbledon quarter-final epic.
2018-07-12 07:12:35 Read More

Croatia on fire after World Cup 'miracle'

Tears and cries of joy, hugs and chants, firecrackers and flares -- Croatia was on fire late Wednesday after their victory against England set up a first ever appearance in a World Cup final.
2018-07-12 06:47:51 Read More

Kane 'gutted' as England's World Cup dream dies

England captain Harry Kane could not hide his desperate disappointment after his side's 2-1 extra-time defeat against Croatia in the semi-finals of the World Cup in Moscow on Wednesday.
2018-07-12 06:41:02 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: France make it a night to remember

France earned their place in the final with a 1-0 win over Belgium on an edgy night in St Petersburg. Samuel Umtiti's glancing header early in the second half put the French ahead and from there Didier Deschamps' team dug in to deny Belgium any clear-cut opportunities. France will play England or Croatia in Moscow on Sunday for the right to be crowned World Champions.
2018-07-12 06:04:42 Read More

How France turned defence into attack to defeat Belgium

France's 1-0 victory over Belgium wasn't quite the match it might have been. With four of the world's most exciting attacking talents on the pitch together, a variety of dynamic midfielders and centre-back pairings comfortable in a high defensive line, this could have been fast-paced, frantic, end-to-end.
2018-07-12 05:50:08 Read More

BCCI feels the heat over anti-doping stand

TOI has reliably learnt that the BCCI has called an urgent meeting of its officials - including the office-bearers, CEO Rahul Johri and the legal team - in Kolkata next week in the light of fresh developments which could have major implications.
2018-07-12 05:34:47 Read More

Onus on wrist spinners: VVS Laxman

Fresh from their T20I series win, an upbeat India will be eyeing to continue with the momentum when they take on England in the first of the three-match ODI rubber at Trent Bridge in Nottingham on Thursday.
2018-07-12 05:29:49 Read More

Live: Sri Lanka vs South Africa, 1st Test

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FIFA World Cup 2018: Set-pieces setting a trend

Almost half of the goals in this World Cup so far have come from penalties, corner-kicks or free-kicks.
2018-07-12 04:45:17 Read More

India present a different challenge, says Joe Root

England batsman Joe Root feels India present a different challenge than their recent opponents including Australia and the home team will have to be at the top of its game to beat the Virat Kohli-led outfit in the three-match ODI series beginning here on Thursday.
2018-07-12 04:19:44 Read More

Ronaldo triggers football's most expensive talent hunt

In a letter posted on the Real website, five-time Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo said his time in the Spanish capital, during which he became their record goalscorer, had been one of the happiest in his life.
2018-07-12 03:58:39 Read More

Hardik Pandya will be crucial in ODIs: Sunil Gavaskar

Now that the T20 series has been done with and both teams have flexed their muscles and showed a glimpse of what to expect, comes the ODI series. The extra 30 overs makes a big difference for there is time for recovery for both the batting and bowling teams even from tough situations.
2018-07-12 03:32:29 Read More

Croatia will be ready for France in final, says coach Dalic

"This is fantastic. Two players played with half a leg, but it didn't show. In extra-time nobody wanted to be substituted. This shows character and is what makes me proud. Nobody gave up," said Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic.
2018-07-12 02:42:03 Read More

We left everything out there, says England manager Southgate

"I think in the first half we were really good and maybe we could have got another goal. I can't ask for more from the players. I think knockout football is about fine margins and when you have good spells against fine sides you need to take your chances," England manager Gareth Southgate said.
2018-07-12 02:34:03 Read More

Mario Mandzukic sends Croatia to first World Cup final

FIFA World Cup 2018: Croatia reached the World Cup final for the first time after an extra-time goal from Mario Mandzukic gave them a 2-1 win over England in their semi-final on Wednesday.
2018-07-11 20:50:39 Read More

Wimbledon: Nadal to face Djokovic in semis after beating Del Potro in epic

World number one Rafael Nadal set-up a mouthwatering Wimbledon semi-final against old rival Novak Djokovic after battling back to beat Juan Martin del Potro in a Centre Court thriller on Wednesday.
2018-07-11 20:16:08 Read More

Federer suffers shock Big W quarter-final loss to Anderson

Roger Federer suffered a stunning Wimbledon exit as the defending champion blew a two-set lead and wasted a match point in a 2-6, 6-7 (5/7), 7-5, 6-4, 13-11 quarter-final defeat against South Africa's Kevin Anderson on Wednesday.
2018-07-11 16:38:58 Read More

Djokovic enters Big W semis, blasts 'unnecessary' warnings

Three-time champion Novak Djokovic reached his eighth Wimbledon semi-final on Wednesday with a 6-3, 3-6, 6-2, 6-2 win over Japan's Kei Nishikori in a stormy Centre Court clash.
2018-07-11 15:29:51 Read More

Sadness as Belgium's 'golden generation' exit World Cup

Belgium's defeat by France in their World Cup semi-final produced mixed feelings of sadness, gratitude and pride from fans at home on Tuesday, who bemoaned a missed opportunity for their "golden generation".
2018-07-11 06:55:38 Read More

Hogg feels Kuldeep can be India's trump card in England Test series

The Indian team has kicked off their England sojourn with a 2-1 series win in the T20s. The tour will pick up steam when the five-Test series starts from August 1. Former Australian chinaman bowler Brad Hogg, who will be doing commentary in the third edition of TNPL, believes Kuldeep Yadav could have a big role to play for India if he is selected for the Test series.
2018-07-11 06:12:40 Read More

Suarez's teammate, Iran captain may play for Indian clubs

Till last week, they were on the football fields of Russia playing against Messi, Ronaldo and Neymar for the coveted World Cup. Today, CVs and videos of these international players from Uruguay, Costa Rica, Iran, Panama and Iceland are being offered to Indian football clubs for them to become a part of Indian Super League and I-League.
2018-07-11 05:48:23 Read More

Fallout with seniors forces Indian women's coach to resign

Almost a year back, women's cricket in India was at an all-time high. Playing some exciting brand of cricket, the Indian team had won everybody's hearts by reaching the final of the 50-over World Cup in England.
2018-07-11 05:35:55 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Stopped in 1998, Croatia 'want more' now

A nation with a population of just 4.5 million has again made the semifinals; 1998 star Davor Suker is now president of the Croatian Football Federation and a very visible presence during his country's matches in Russia.
2018-07-11 05:27:06 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Lions haven't had a stern test yet, says Platt

Happy moments in crunch World Cup games are a rarity for England fans, unless you are willing to go back to 1966. But it seems to be changing this year, 28 years after David Platt presented them with one in the 1990 World Cup.
2018-07-11 05:09:37 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Southgate wants a check on emotions

Comparing his 1990 team as a player and the current one, Southgate said, "That team had a lot of experience and had six club captains. Now our approach has been to have a lot of fun. Ours is a young group with not much experience but we have been improving."
2018-07-11 05:02:42 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Lasting legacy of Southgate

Among the youngest and most diverse squads of the tournament, guided by their dapper leader Gareth Southgate in his Marks & Spencer's waistcoat, England have enamoured fans from all over - that in itself is worthy of note.
2018-07-11 04:56:10 Read More

Exclusive: Maradona feels caution will be the catchword tonight

It is the first time since 1998 that Croatia, a nation of just over four million people have reached this stage of the competition, after they eliminated Russia in a penalty shootout at the weekend.
2018-07-11 04:34:03 Read More

Shikhar Dhawan's form the only worry for India: Mohinder Amarnath

Though India won the T20I series against England, the form of opener Shikhar Dhawan seems to be a worry. The left-handed batsman scored 4, 10 and 5 in the three matches and that seems to be the only blip in the Indian series win.
2018-07-11 03:55:34 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: England look to shed baggage of 1990

England's semifinal clash against Croatia has reached beyond the limits of the Luzhniki now and certain sections of the media are referring to the fall of the Margaret Thatcher government four months after England's exit from the semifinals in 1990.
2018-07-11 03:17:20 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: France turn on style to beat Belgium, enter final

Right after changeover, Griezmann floated a vicious inswinging corner that Samuel Umtiti attacked and buried into the net with a bullet header, holding off Maorouanne Fellaini’s physical challenge. It prolonged Belgium’s stay in the erstwhile Russian capital for the third-place playoff.
2018-07-11 00:38:28 Read More

Djokovic relegates Federer in Wimbledon quarter-final line-up

Novak Djokovic won his battle to be promoted to Centre Court billing for Wednesday's quarter-finals, forcing eight-time champion Roger Federer off the sport's most famous arena for the first time in three years.
2018-07-10 16:19:04 Read More

Wimbledon: Serena into semis after fighting back to beat Giorgi

Serena Williams stayed on track for an eighth Wimbledon title as she fought back to beat Italian Camila Giorgi 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 in a fiercely contested quarter-final on Tuesday.
2018-07-10 16:16:17 Read More

Hima makes it to 400m semis at World U-20 Athletics

Indian sprinter Hima Das made it to the semi-finals of the women's 400m as the fastest runner in the heats on the opening day of the IAAF World Under-20 Athletics Championships on Tuesday.
2018-07-10 15:57:34 Read More

Ronaldo signs for Juventus from Real Madrid

Five-time world player of the year Cristiano Ronaldo has signed for Juventus from Real Madrid, the La Liga club said in a statement on Tuesday.
2018-07-10 15:44:45 Read More

Asian Junior wrestling: MHA puts Pakistan's participation on hold

The Home Ministry has given green light to the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) for hosting the Asian Junior Championship but has put on hold participation of grapplers from Pakistan, Afghanistan and Iraq, according to officials.
2018-07-10 14:41:07 Read More

Kohli should bat at number four in ODIs: Ganguly

Former skipper Sourav Ganguly has advised Virat Kohli to bat at crucial number four position to provide solidity to the India's batting line-up in the three-match ODI series against England, starting here on Thursday.
2018-07-10 14:36:38 Read More

I'll be back with Produnova after Asiad: Dipa

Forced to dump the dangerous Produnova routine following a career-threatening knee injury, ace Indian gymnast Dipa Karmakar will once again switch to the 'vault of death' after the Asian Games.
2018-07-10 13:46:29 Read More

India eye top ODI spot in series against England

India can reclaim the top spot in the International Cricket Council ODI rankings if it blanks England 3-0 in the three-match series beginning on July 12.
2018-07-10 13:20:02 Read More

'I'm just getting started': Serena warns Wimbledon rivals

Serena Williams has warned her Wimbledon rivals she is nowhere near her best despite powering into the quarter-finals without dropping a set.
2018-07-10 08:35:01 Read More

Kohli won't score century vs Australia this time: Cummins

India's much awaited tour of Australia is a few months away but the mind-games have already started. In a self-admitted 'brave, bold' prediction, Australian speedster Pat Cummins has claimed that India captain Virat Kohli will not score a hundred during the upcoming series against them and that the hosts will knock over the world's top-ranked Test side come December.
2018-07-10 08:33:21 Read More

Cibulkova slams Wimbledon officials over call row

Dominika Cibulkova launched a scathing attack on Wimbledon's officials after a line call controversy marred her 6-4, 6-1 rout of Taiwan's Hsieh Su-Wei on Monday.
2018-07-10 07:25:24 Read More

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Anyone but England? The bitter truth about football rivalry in the UK

For football fans in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, it's often a case of ABE (Anyone But England). It's tough for them to change the habit of a lifetime and get behind Gareth Southgate's team in the World Cup.
2018-07-10 07:18:24 Read More

Root will be spurred on by T20 axe, says Farbrace

Joe Root's exclusion from the Twenty20 series decider against India on Sunday will fuel the England test captain's desire to improve going into this week's opening one-day international between the sides, interim head coach Paul Farbrace has said.
2018-07-10 07:09:53 Read More

Novak Djokovic showing his trademark intensity: Boris Becker

Novak Djokovic reached the Wimbledon quarterfinals for the 10th time on Monday with a 6-4, 6-2, 6-2 win over Russia's Karen Khachanov. Djokovic, seeded 12, will face Japan's 24th seed Kei Nishikori for a place in the semi-finals.
2018-07-10 05:57:33 Read More

Quality has won the day this time: Lothar Matthaeus

Belgium, boasting the talents of Kevin De Bruyne, Eden Hazard and Romelu Lukaku are the only team to have won all their matches in Russia and are the top scorers, with 14 goals.
2018-07-10 05:25:36 Read More

Exclusive: Diego Maradona expects a tactical battle without much fireworks

France will unleash the attacking talents of Kylian Mbappe and Antoine Griezmann against Eden Hazard's gifted Belgium side in Saint Petersburg on Tuesday with a place in the World Cup final at stake.
2018-07-10 04:53:12 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018 semis are so English

An analysis of the 92 players from the four sides contesting the semi-finals reveals:
2018-07-10 04:38:20 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: When Russia defied rankings

Hosts Russia went into the tournament as the lowest-ranked side as they dropped to 70th in the rankings list published by Fifa on June 7.
2018-07-10 04:23:48 Read More

Deschamps and Martinez have taken different routes to success

Just under six years ago, a few months after Didier Deschamps had taken the French job and when Roberto Martinez was at Wigan Athletic, the Catalan was having a discussion at his club's stadium and speedily talking with his typically intense enthusiasm about his entire football philosophy. However, one question stopped the manager in his tracks, sending the man into a moment of introspection.
2018-07-10 04:13:56 Read More

Henry, France's top goal scorer, is key to Belgium's success

Thierry Henry is back in public consciousness. The lean look is now a memory. A thick beard completes the heavier version of the all-time highest French goal scorer who will now be plotting the downfall of a rampaging Les Bleus at Saint Petersburg.
2018-07-10 04:01:43 Read More

A glorious Indian summer awaits us in England: Sourav Ganguly

India beat England by seven wickets in the third Twenty20 international on Sunday to clinch the three-match series 2-1. India won the first T20 by eight wickets at Manchester before England leveled the series with a five-wicket win at Cardiff.
2018-07-10 03:57:37 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Brexiting England, continental vibes

So, every desi Anglophile is getting ready to wear a St George's Cross cravat in this non-Yorkshire midsummer, and to break into 'It's coming home!', as if it's the Kohinoor from England, and not the World Cup's chances of 'returning' to that country.
2018-07-10 03:53:59 Read More

Little to choose between France and Belgium in last-four clash

The historically entitled elites have been forced to beat a hasty retreat, giving way to the young talents of France and Belgium. Even the coaches of both teams are yet to turn fifty.
2018-07-10 03:06:27 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Russian boy, Indian heart

Watching the FIFA World Cup wasn't in Dr K R Balakrishnan's plan till he got a call recently from one of his patients, a seven-year-old Russian called Roman. "I've got tickets for you," said the boy. "Let's watch the World Cup together."
2018-07-10 02:49:41 Read More

Nadal ends seven-year wait to return to Wimbledon quarter-finals

World number one Rafael Nadal reached his first Wimbledon quarter-final since 2011 with a 6-3, 6-3, 6-4 win over Jiri Vesely of the Czech Republic on Monday.
2018-07-09 17:49:04 Read More

Wimbledon: Divij-Sitak reach maiden Grand Slam quarter-final

Divij Sharan has reached the Grand Slam quarterfinals for the first time in his career as he combined with Artem Sitak to stage yet another dramatic comeback after being by down by two sets to defeat Jonathan Erlich and Marcin Matkowski at the Wimbledon.
2018-07-09 17:29:20 Read More

Nishikori reaches first Wimbledon quarter-final, ends 23-year Japanese wait

Kei Nishikori overcame an arm injury to reach his first Wimbledon quarter-final on Monday with a gritty 4-6, 7-6 (7/5), 7-6 (12/10), 6-1 win over Latvian qualifier Ernests Gulbis.
2018-07-09 16:32:38 Read More

Serena extends Wimbledon winning run to make quarters

Serena Williams raced into her 13th Wimbledon quarter-final as the seven-time champion thrashed Russian qualifier Evgeniya Rodina 6-2, 6-2 in just 62 minutes on Monday.
2018-07-09 15:53:24 Read More

Shuttler Kidambi Srikanth pulls out of Thailand Open

Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth has withdrawn from the Thailand Open, starting from Tuesday, due to an injury.
2018-07-09 15:48:58 Read More

World Cup: Croatian midfield threat poses dilemma for Southgate

Manager Gareth Southgate has largely stuck to his guns in terms of England's tactical approach at this tournament but the challenge of a World Cup semi-final against Croatia in Moscow on Wednesday poses him a tricky dilemma.
2018-07-09 15:39:45 Read More

Mirabai Chanu likely to compete in 49kg in 2020 Olympics

World champion weightlifter Saikhom Mirabai Chanu may have to compete in the 49kg class in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics instead of her current 48kg category as the international federation recently decided to introduce new categories in the sport.
2018-07-09 15:30:30 Read More

Kerber survives seeding cull to reach Wimbledon quarter-finals

German 11th seed Angelique Kerber became the highest-ranked player to reach the women's quarter-finals after she outclassed Switzerland's Belinda Bencic 6-3, 7-6(5) at Wimbledon on Monday.
2018-07-09 15:21:10 Read More

Roger Federer into 16th Wimbledon quarter-final

Defending champion Roger Federer eased into his 16th Wimbledon quarter-final on Monday with a 6-0, 7-5, 6-4 win over unseeded Adrian Mannarino of France.
2018-07-09 14:07:16 Read More

Goerges into Wimbledon quarters to end Grand Slam drought

Julia Goerges is through to the quarter-finals of a Grand Slam for the first time after the German 13th seed beat Croatia's Donna Vekic 6-3, 6-2 on Monday.
2018-07-09 13:50:02 Read More

Hima Das starts favourite to win gold at World U-20 Championships

Fast rising Indian sprinter Hima Das will start as favourite to win the women's 400m race gold in the IAAF World Under-20 Athletics Championships which begin on Tuesday.
2018-07-09 13:44:06 Read More

Jelena Ostapenko into Wimbledon quarter-finals

Former French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko swept into her second Wimbledon quarter-final with a 7-6 (7/4), 6-0 win against Belarusian world number 50 Aliaksandra Sasnovich on Monday.
2018-07-09 12:20:36 Read More

Former Barcelona boss Luis Enrique named Spain coach

Luis Enrique, who was in charge of Barcelona for three years, was appointed new coach of the Spanish national team on Monday, the football federation (RFEF) said.
2018-07-09 12:17:28 Read More

England can win World Cup, says 1966 hat-trick hero Hurst

England's 1966 World Cup hat-trick hero Geoff Hurst says Gareth Southgate's young team can match the achievement of Alf Ramsey's men and go all the way in Russia.
2018-07-09 11:35:27 Read More

Wimbledon won't budge on World Cup final clash

Wimbledon chiefs insisted again Monday that the men's final will start at its traditional time despite it clashing with a potential England World Cup triumph.
2018-07-09 11:27:18 Read More

France eye World Cup final but Belgium have Henry factor

World Cup favourites France are targeting the final in Russia two decades after their 1998 triumph with one of their greatest players, Thierry Henry, plotting their downfall from the dugout of opponents Belgium.
2018-07-09 11:18:34 Read More

ICC T20I rankings: KL Rahul rises to career-high third spot

In-form India batsman KL Rahul has jumped nine places to reach a career-high third spot in the latest ICC T20I rankings while Team India has gained a place to be second in the team standings following the series win against England.
2018-07-09 10:55:28 Read More

Team spirit can carry Belgium to World Cup final: Martinez

Belgium are in uncharted territory for their World Cup semi-final with France but believe their team spirit and togetherness can ensure they carry on their extraordinary journey in Russia, manager Roberto Martinez has said.
2018-07-09 10:34:35 Read More

BCCI treasurer questions ‘purpose’ of Saba’s UK visit

The seemingly unending war between the Committee of Administrators (CoA) and the BCCI office-bearers continues.
2018-07-09 08:18:29 Read More

Rupinder, Akash back; Sardar retains place in Asiad squad

The team for the 18th Asian Games, to be held in Jakarta and Palembang from August 18 to September 2, was announced by Hockey India and featured just two changes from the Champions Trophy squad that won a second consecutive silver medal in Breda, Netherlands recently.
2018-07-09 08:02:37 Read More

Croatia beat Russia on penalties to set up England semi-final

Croatia beat hosts Russia 4-3 on penalties after the teams were level at 2-2 following extra time in their World Cup quarter-final on Saturday and will meet England in the semi-finals.
2018-07-07 21:05:19 Read More

Djokovic blasts 'whistling, coughing' Wimbledon crowd

Novak Djokovic blasted Wimbledon's Centre Court crowd on Saturday, claiming fans "whistled and coughed" as he prepared to serve, insisting he deserves better treatment.
2018-07-07 21:05:08 Read More

Qualifier Gulbis stuns fourth seed Zverev at Wimbledon

German fourth seed Alexander Zverev was knocked out of Wimbledon in the third round on Saturday, going down 7-6 (7/2), 4-6, 5-7, 6-3, 6-0 to Latvian qualifier Ernests Gulbis.
2018-07-07 18:34:26 Read More

Divij Sharan-Artem Sitak battle into Wimbledon third round

The duo of Divij Sharan and Artem Sitak showed remarkable resilience while fighting back from two sets down to prevail over Julio Peralta and Horacio Zeballos and enter the pre-quarterfinals of the men's double event in the Wimbledon on Saturday.
2018-07-07 17:45:10 Read More

We're 'buzzing' after reaching World Cup semis: Kane

England captain Harry Kane said his team were "buzzing" and full of confidence as they reached their first World Cup semi-final since 1990 after seeing off Sweden 2-0 on Saturday.
2018-07-07 16:31:44 Read More

England beat Sweden 2-0 to reach World Cup semis

An impressive England advanced to their first World Cup semi-final for 28 years on Saturday after headers by Harry Maguire and Dele Alli gave them a deserved 2-0 last-eight victory over a disappointing Sweden.
2018-07-07 16:03:34 Read More

Defeat is saddest moment of my career: Neymar

Less than a day after being knocked out the World Cup by Belgium, Brazilian striker Neymar said he will find it hard to return to club football.
2018-07-07 15:38:50 Read More

India's Dalabehera bags bronze in Junior World Weightlifting

Indian lifter Jhilli Dalabehera bagged the bronze medal in the 2018 IWF Junior World Weightlifting Championships at Tashkent on Saturday.
2018-07-07 15:30:10 Read More

Nadal into Wimbledon last 16, keeps top spot

Two-time champion Rafael Nadal reached the Wimbledon last 16 on Saturday and made sure of keeping the world number one ranking at the same time.
2018-07-07 15:23:12 Read More

Top seed Halep stunned by Hsieh in Wimbledon third round

Women's top seed Simona Halep crashed out in the third round of Wimbledon on Saturday when she was beaten 3-6, 6-4, 7-5 by Taiwan's Hsieh Su-wei.
2018-07-07 14:43:23 Read More

Hamilton takes pole for home British Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton put Mercedes on pole position for his home British Grand Prix on Saturday with Ferrari's Formula One championship leader Sebastian Vettel alongside on the front row.
2018-07-07 14:31:08 Read More

Live FIFA World Cup 2018: Sweden vs England

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2018-07-07 14:00:21 Read More

Del Potro enters 4th round without dropping set

Fifth seed Juan Martin del Potro overcame service troubles and Benoit Paire's fine serve-and-volley game to beat the Frenchman 6-4, 7-6(4), 6-3 on Court Two and reach the Wimbledon fourth round for the fourth time on Saturday.
2018-07-07 13:57:55 Read More

Hazard not Neymar takes over as tournament's star

When Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo were sent packing from the World Cup a week ago, the stage was set for Brazil's Neymar to take over the role of the tournament's true star.
2018-07-07 13:47:16 Read More

'I cried': Serena reveals she missed her baby's first steps

Serena Williams is so focused on winning an eighth Wimbledon title that she missed baby daughter Olympia's first steps.
2018-07-07 11:51:14 Read More

Brazil's World Cup defeat hits home in Lebanon

Brazil's surprise defeat in the World Cup has stunned fans in the Lebanese capital Beirut, where football supporters have long put their hopes in the Latin American side.
2018-07-07 11:19:50 Read More

Formula One: Hartley unhurt after high speed crash

Brendon Hartley escaped unhurt when he crashed at high speed in Saturday's final practice for the British Grand Prix.
2018-07-07 10:46:47 Read More

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Kuldeep, Chahal under pressure after England fightback

Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal face their first real challenge in more than a year with England batsmen biting back immediately after drubbing in Manchester. From Sri Lanka, to Australia, to New Zealand, and to South Africa, none of the opponents could easily contend with Chahal-Kuldeep in such quick time.
2018-07-07 09:29:04 Read More

MS Dhoni turns 37, twitter floods with birthday wishes

MS Dhoni turns 37 today and birthday wishes are pouring in for the legendary India cricketer from all around. A day before his birthday, on Friday, when he took field in the second T20I against England, he achieved the milestone of appearing in 500 international matches - the third Indian after Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid to do so.
2018-07-07 08:29:46 Read More

Froome frets as Tour sets sail from France's windswept Atlantic coast

Champion Chris Froome will launch his assault on a record-equalling fifth title when the 2018 Tour de France embarks Saturday with roadside fans urged not to verbally abuse the Kenyan-born Briton.
2018-07-07 07:41:25 Read More

Froome frets as Tour sets sail from France's windswept Atlantic coast

Champion Chris Froome will launch his assault on a record-equalling fifth title when the 2018 Tour de France embarks Saturday with roadside fans urged not to verbally abuse the Kenyan-born Briton.
2018-07-07 07:41:25 Read More

Stokes return gives England selection conundrum

England one-day captain Eoin Morgan has refused to guarantee that Ben Stokes will jump straight into the side for Sunday's T20 series decider against India in Bristol.
2018-07-07 07:32:31 Read More

England did well to curb mistakes: Yuzvendra Chahal

England batsmen made fewer mistakes in the second Twenty20 as compared to the Manchester game and consequently won the second match, said India leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal.
2018-07-07 07:24:42 Read More

Difference in conditions from Manchester helped us: Eoin Morgan

England skipper Eoin Morgan said the difference in conditions from the first game in Manchester worked to their advantage as they levelled the three-match Twenty20 series against India 1-1 after winning the second game.
2018-07-07 07:17:49 Read More

'Bitter' Brazil boss Tite keeps quiet on future

Brazil coach Tite left questions hanging over his future but refused to point the finger as the five-time champions crashed out of the World Cup after a 2-1 quarter-final defeat to Belgium.
2018-07-07 06:46:10 Read More

Ibrahimovic, Beckham make friendly bet on Sweden-England

Zlatan Ibrahimovic and David Beckham have agreed on the terms of a friendly wager ahead of the England v Sweden World Cup quarter-final on Saturday.
2018-07-07 06:37:00 Read More

England tackled Kuldeep well and it made the difference: Virat Kohli

Indian captain Virat Kohli had no qualms in admitting that the hosts were a better side in the second Twenty20 with the hosts comfortably chasing a 150-run target.
2018-07-07 05:42:01 Read More

Russia mends fences with Cherchesov

After guiding the Russian team to the quarterfinals, much to the disbelief of the whole nation, Cherchesov's wry sense of humour is finally getting some appreciation.
2018-07-07 04:57:10 Read More

Maradona Exclusive: Playing aerial balls won't work for England against Sweden

Confidence in England is soaring after the team ended a long wait to win a World Cup penalty shootout, squeezing past Colombia in a tense and bad-tempered last-16 tie in Moscow. But Sweden have a habit of upsetting the odds, particularly against England, having lost just one of eight previous competitive meetings.
2018-07-07 04:43:21 Read More

Sweden a tricky sum to solve for England

Sweden are a counter-attacking team without pace, a physical side who don't bully, a team who've scored six goals without anyone much resembling a goal scorer.
2018-07-07 04:12:29 Read More

Russia eye another miracle win against fiery Croatia

In the quarterfinals, ready to face Croatia, Russia are one of the great stories of the tournament - where the unpretentious have given lessons to the elites. Ask Spain, who thought ball possession and an early Russian gift of a goal could see them through to Sochi. Igor Akinfeev's heroics under the bar sent them back to Madrid.
2018-07-07 03:56:09 Read More

A set-piece and an error take France past Uruguay

At the picturesque Nozhny Novgorod Stadium on Friday, France sailed into the World Cup semifinals riding on goals from Raphael Varane and Antoinne Griezmann in either half, keeping the knife-between-the teeth Uruguayans in check.
2018-07-07 03:18:38 Read More

Hales keeps nerve as England square T20 series with India

Alex Hales kept his nerve with 58 not out to see England home and square the international T20 series against India 1-1 with one to play in Cardiff on Friday.
2018-07-06 20:31:50 Read More

FIFA World Cup: Martinez hails 'heroes' after Belgium shock Brazil

Belgium coach Roberto Martinez said his side "deserve to be heroes" back home after downing five-time champions Brazil on Friday to set up a World Cup semi-final clash with France.
2018-07-06 20:30:37 Read More

Belgium dump Brazil out of World Cup with 2-1 win

Belgium ended Brazil's dream of a sixth World Cup title when they beat the South Americans 2-1 in a dramatic, enthralling end-to-end quarter-final on Friday to earn a semi-final tie against France.
2018-07-06 20:08:04 Read More

Ruthless Federer marches on with another straight-set win

Top seed and defending champion Roger Federer advanced to the Wimbledon last 16 without dropping a set after a 6-3, 7-5, 6-2 win over German Jan-Lennard Struff on Friday.
2018-07-06 18:56:34 Read More

Veteran Italian keeper Buffon joins Paris Saint-Germain

Veteran Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has joined Paris Saint-Germain on a one-year deal, the French Ligue 1 champions announced on Friday.
2018-07-06 17:58:45 Read More

Serena on a roll as she roars into Wimbledon last 16

Seven-time champion Serena Williams moved ominously into the last 16 at Wimbledon when she recovered from a sluggish start to beat France's Kristina Mladenovic 7-5, 7-6(1) on Friday.
2018-07-06 17:26:21 Read More

1st Test: West Indies beat Bangladesh by an innings and 219 runs

Shannon Gabriel completed his third five-wicket haul in five innings as the West Indies completed a crushing victory over Bangladesh by an innings and 219 runs just before lunch on the third day of the first Test in Antigua on Friday.
2018-07-06 17:17:46 Read More

Dhoni third Indian to play 500 international matches

On the eve of his 37th birthday, former India captain MS Dhoni has etched his name in history books by becoming the third Indian player to play 500 international matches.
2018-07-06 16:58:55 Read More

Captain Godin lauds Uruguay 'lions', exonerates goalkeeper

Uruguay captain Diego Godin praised his team mates as "lions" after reaching the World Cup quarter-finals but falling 2-0 to France, and said goalkeeper Fernando Muslera's error for the second goal should be forgiven.
2018-07-06 16:49:22 Read More

Wimbledon: Former champion Venus crashes out in third round

Venus Williams suffered a stunning Wimbledon exit as the five-time champion became the latest star to crash out in a 6-2, 6-7 (5/7), 8-6 defeat against Kiki Bertens on Friday.
2018-07-06 16:35:37 Read More

FIFA World Cup: Griezmann inspires France past Uruguay

Raphael Varane's glancing header and a goalkeeping blunder that gifted Antoine Griezmann a soft goal gave France a 2-0 victory over Uruguay in the first World Cup quarter-final on Friday and a set up a last-four tie with Belgium.
2018-07-06 16:04:17 Read More

Second T20I Live: India vs England

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2018-07-06 15:32:54 Read More

Live FIFA World Cup 2018: Uruguay 0-2 France

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2018-07-06 14:47:55 Read More

Wimbledon: Mercurial Monfils tames Querrey to reach last 16

Unseeded Frenchman Gael Monfils tamed the power of American Sam Querrey to reach the Wimbledon fourth round for the first time on Friday, having previously fallen six times in the third round.
2018-07-06 14:45:30 Read More

Anderson keeps African Wimbledon hopes alive

South African eighth seed Kevin Anderson reached the Wimbledon last 16 for the fourth time with a straight-sets win over experienced German Philipp Kohlschreiber on Friday.
2018-07-06 13:50:33 Read More

Keys out as Wimbledon seeds keep falling

Madison Keys became the seventh woman seeded in the top 10 to crash out of Wimbledon as the American was stunned by Russian qualifier Evgeniya Rodina on Friday.
2018-07-06 13:37:09 Read More

Momentary lapses cost India: U-16 coach Fernandes

India Under-16 football team coach Bibiano Fernandes feels that momentary lapses cost his team the match against a powerful Thailand side in the second match of the four-nation Hua Shan Cup CFA International youth meet in Wei Nan, China.
2018-07-06 12:59:48 Read More

Uttar Pradesh needs two teams for Ranji Trophy: Chetan Chauhan

Chetan Chauhan, former Test cricketer and currently the Sports Minister of Uttar Pradesh, on Friday said the state should have two cricket teams to play in the Ranji Trophy.
2018-07-06 12:50:33 Read More

Sweden easy to analyse but tough to beat, warns coach

Sweden coach Janne Andersson said his side were "easy to analyse but very difficult to beat" ahead of Saturday's World Cup quarter-final against England in Samara.
2018-07-06 12:41:39 Read More

Maxwell stars in scrappy Australia win vs Zimbabwe

Glenn Maxwell hit a half-century for Australia as they chased down Zimbabwe's 151 for nine with a ball to spare in a tightly-contested Twenty-20 match Friday.
2018-07-06 12:23:17 Read More

Ronaldo to Juventus? Spain's media says 'ciao', Italy's welcomes star

Spain's media said goodbye to superstar Cristiano Ronaldo while Italy's welcomed him on Friday after persistent reports that the five-time Ballon d'Or winner will leave Real Madrid for Italian champions Juventus.
2018-07-06 12:01:04 Read More

Chris Froome says he would never cheat to win Tour

Tour de France favourite Chris Froome insisted on Friday he would never cheat to win cycling's biggest race, writing in the Le Monde newspaper that victory based on a lie would be a personal defeat.
2018-07-06 11:45:45 Read More

Sindhu, Prannoy bow out of Indonesia Open

Indian challenge ended at the USD 1,250,000 Indonesian Open after PV Sindhu and HS Prannoy suffered straight-game quarterfinal defeats to crash out of the BWF World Super 1000 tournament on Friday.
2018-07-06 11:37:13 Read More

Vijender's Commonwealth title fight postponed

Indian boxing star Vijender Singh's clash against Briton Lee Markham for the Commonwealth Super middleweight title was on Friday postponed after the latter pulled out due to injury.
2018-07-06 11:27:52 Read More

Asiad: Rani Rampal to lead India women's hockey team

Hockey India on Friday named an 18-member India women's hockey for the 18th Asian Games to be led by striker Rani Rampal.
2018-07-06 11:12:21 Read More

Putin says World Cup has broken stereotypes about Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that his country's hosting of the soccer World Cup had helped debunk stereotypes about it.
2018-07-06 10:45:19 Read More

A nation expects: Edmund shoulders burden of facing Nole

When Andy Murray was ending Britain's 76-year wait for a Grand Slam champion at the US Open in 2012, a teenage Kyle Edmund was recovering from a morale-sapping loss at a third-tier event in Canada, earning the princely sum of $200 in the process.
2018-07-06 10:34:38 Read More

Bottas takes a new Mercedes engine for British GP

Valtteri Bottas will have a new Mercedes engine in his car for this weekend's British Grand Prix after problems in Austria last weekend, ​the Formula One champions said on Friday.
2018-07-06 10:29:34 Read More

Karius Champions League howlers due to concussion: Klopp

Loris Karius looks set to remain Liverpool's first choice goalkeeper after club manager Jurgen Klopp said his errors in the Champions League final defeat to Real Madrid were because he was concussed.
2018-07-06 10:22:36 Read More

Shardul Thakur to replace Jasprit Bumrah in India's ODI squad

Mumbai fast bowler Shardul Thakur will replace injured pacer Jasprit Bumrah in India's ODI squad for the upcoming three-ODI series against England starting July 12.
2018-07-06 10:01:39 Read More

Stuart Broad aiming to return for India Tests

England pacer Stuart Broad is aiming to recover from an ankle injury in time to play domestic first-class cricket for his county Nottinghamshire later this month, days before the first Test against India.
2018-07-06 09:23:54 Read More

All eyes on Chris Froome at epic Tour de France

A relieved Chris Froome embarks on the long-awaited Tour de France on Saturday but an army of detractors, an array of talented rivals and a course that doesn't suit him stand in the way of a record-equalling fifth title.
2018-07-06 08:42:52 Read More

Kyrgios on defensive after Wimbledon rules lesson from umpire

Nick Kyrgios was embroiled in a bizarre mid-match rules lesson as the controversial Australian blasted his way into the Wimbledon third round.
2018-07-06 08:35:37 Read More

T20I Tri-series Live: Zimbabwe vs Australia

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2018-07-06 07:49:01 Read More

Defending champion Muguruza out of Wimbledon as seeds scatter

Defending champion Garbine Muguruza's defeat leaves just top seed Simona Halep, number seven Karolina Pliskova and 10th seed Madison Keys as the remaining top-ranked contenders after two rounds.
2018-07-06 07:32:52 Read More

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How an air-crash survivor motivated Suarez to be in control of his emotions

Gustavo Carlos Zerbino, who arrived in Nizhny Novgorod on Thursday, had given a motivational talk to Oscar Tabarez's squad before its departure for Moscow. He spoke particularly to Suarez whose 2014 World Cup had ended in ignominy after he was handed a four-month ban for biting Italy's Giorgio Chiellini during the team's last group game.
2018-07-06 06:04:25 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Fear of shootout revisits coaches

Spain, Colombia and Denmark have seen their fates sealed in the shootout and as the World Cup quarterfinals kick off on Friday, the kiss of death seems to be on everyone's mind.
2018-07-06 05:47:39 Read More

SC breather for BCCI

Top court may relax cooling-off period & one-state-one-vote recommendations; no polls till new constitution is adopted
2018-07-06 05:45:53 Read More

Neymar's theatrics could hurt team: Jose Ramirez Barreto

Brazil qualified for the World Cup quarter-finals with a 2-0 win over Mexico on Monday in a game that showcased both the sublime and the ridiculous sides of Brazilian superstar Neymar.
2018-07-06 05:20:35 Read More

Uruguay defence aim to stop Mbappe Express

Godin and Gimenez marshal the heart of Uruguay's formidable defence, which has leaked only one goal in the tournament. Brazil is the other team which boasts of such an achievement. Only Portugal's Pepe got the better of Fernando Muslera, guarding Uruguayan goal in his third World Cup.
2018-07-06 05:01:18 Read More

Purpose of reforms will be lost if recommendations are diluted: Lodha

Reacting to the Supreme Court's observations about a possible relook at the stipulation for cooling-off periods for Indian cricket board (BCCI) administrators, Justice (retd) RM Lodha said the "basic purpose of the reforms would be lost" if his recommendations were diluted.
2018-07-06 04:34:23 Read More

South American charmers face European idea of themselves

The comeback win against Japan in the Last-16 stage has given Roberto Martinez's side a typical rallying point against the Selecao who are improving with every game, and so is their striker Neymar Junior.
2018-07-06 04:06:11 Read More

No room for 'also rans' but volleyball, sepak takraw, handball get nod

Even as the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president Narinder Batra announced on Thursday that there was no place for "also rans" in the Indian contingent for the Asian Games, it appears that the IOA has flouted its own rules to accommodate few teams which wouldn't have otherwise made the cut announced recently.
2018-07-06 04:02:39 Read More

Maradona Exclusive: Selecao's defence will miss Casemiro

A linchpin of Manchester City's Premier League triumph, Fernandinho is expected to replace the suspended Casemiro in the starting side after the holding midfielder drew a second yellow card in the win over Mexico.
2018-07-06 03:42:29 Read More

KL Rahul is the next big thing in Indian cricket: Sunil Gavaskar

What a joy it was to see India's comprehensive win over England in the first T20 International. It was a classy performance, as one would expect of a well-oiled super car.
2018-07-06 03:22:25 Read More

Allow gambling, betting on sports: Law commission

The Law commission submitted to the government its recommendation on legalising betting and gambling in India seeking stringent control and making the entire operation a cashless transaction with mandatory application of PAN and Aadhaar to curb any chances of money laundering.
2018-07-05 20:37:51 Read More

Bajrang claims gold at Tbilisi Grand Prix, Deepak wins bronze

Bajrang Punia emerged champion at the Tbilisi Grand Prix in the 65kg category after outplaying Iranian wrestler Mehran Nasiri in the final in Georgia on Thursday.
2018-07-05 17:28:43 Read More

Tite backs under-fire Neymar, expects 'beautiful' Belgium clash

Brazil coach Tite has defended Neymar from criticism over his histrionics on the pitch and said he was just happy to have the team's talisman playing "at his best" ahead of Friday's quarter-final against Belgium.
2018-07-05 16:25:50 Read More

Can Jesse Lingard be England's World Cup X-factor?

Jesse Lingard has earned himself a reputation as a man for the big occasion at Manchester United. Now he could be England's X-factor at the World Cup.
2018-07-05 16:16:54 Read More

SC restrains state cricket bodies from holding elections

The Supreme Court on Thursday restrained all state cricket bodies from holding elections till it pronounced the verdict on finalisation of the draft constitution of the Board of Control of Cricket in India (BCCI), as it reserved the judgement on the issue.
2018-07-05 16:08:36 Read More

Novak Djokovic through to third round at Wimbledon

Novak Djokovic made it through to the third round at Wimbledon on Thursday with a straight sets win over Horacio Zeballos of Argentina.
2018-07-05 16:04:46 Read More

Chandimal named in Sri Lanka Test squad despite suspension threat

Sri Lanka captain Dinesh Chandimal has been named in the squad for the two-Test series against South Africa, even though he may be unavailable due to suspension.
2018-07-05 15:57:11 Read More

Wimbledon: Nadal passes tricky test against Kukushkin

The scoreboard said 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 to Rafael Nadal but it was an uneasy two-and-a-half hours for the Spanish world number one as he laboured past Kazakhstan's Mikhail Kukushkin into the Wimbledon third round on Thursday.
2018-07-05 15:47:25 Read More

T20I: England practice with spin-bowling machine

England all-rounder Chris Jordan has insisted that his team doesn't have issues facing quality spin despite being foxed by Indian chinaman Kuldeep Yadav in the first T20 International of the three-match series.
2018-07-05 15:44:01 Read More

With sensational ton, Rahul relieved to break 564-day jinx

In-form Indian batsman KL Rahul has heaved a sigh of relief after finally breaking his chain of half-centuries with a sublime hundred against England in the opening T20 International of the three-match series.
2018-07-05 14:46:49 Read More

Our stand on cooling off period has been vindicated, says BCCI on SC's observation

The Supreme Court's observations, dismissing the need for a cooling off period for BCCI office-bearers, came as a ray of hope today for the embattled body, which said its position against the contentious Lodha committee reform stands vindicated.
2018-07-05 13:58:34 Read More

Wimbledon: Wawrinka bows out in second round to Fabbiano

Stan Wawrinka's poor run at recent Grand Slams continued on Thursday when the Swiss lost 7-6(7), 6-3, 7-6(6) in the Wimbledon second round against Italian journeyman Thomas Fabbiano.
2018-07-05 13:35:26 Read More

Sindhu static at No. 3; Saina, Srikanth rise in BWF rankings

Rio Olympics silver medallist PV Sindhu continued to be the top-ranked Indian shuttler, after retaining the No. 3 spot even as her compatriots Saina Nehwal and Kidambi Srikanth rose a few notches in the latest BWF rankings released on Thursday.
2018-07-05 12:18:51 Read More

Hua Shan Cup: India U-16s concede late goals to go down against Thailand

The Indian U-16 team on Thursday lost 1-3 to Thailand in the Four-Nation Hua Shan Cup CFA International Youth Football Tournament in Wei Nan City, China.
2018-07-05 12:08:56 Read More

Neymar joins Messi and Ronaldo in Kazan mural club

It has been a busy World Cup for Kazan's mural artists and in the early hours of Thursday morning they were back at work again painting the face of Neymar on a wall behind the Brazil team hotel.
2018-07-05 11:55:27 Read More

T20I Tri-Series: Zaman's 73 sparks Pakistan to win over Australia

Shaheen Afridi took three wickets as Pakistan completed a clinical 45-run victory over Australia on Thursday in the Twenty20 tri-series in Zimbabwe.
2018-07-05 11:51:15 Read More

Draws for Asiad football announced, India not part of it

It's official now. The Indian football teams have no chance of competing in the upcoming Asian Games in Indonesia as the country didn't feature in the event's official draws released on Thursday.
2018-07-05 10:52:47 Read More

I will settle for nothing less than Asiad gold: Harendra

Indian men's hockey coach Harendra Singh is determined to seal India's 2020 Olympic berth in the upcoming Asian Games as he feels it will give the eight-time winners ample time to become realistic medal contenders in Tokyo.
2018-07-05 10:49:48 Read More

India look to wrap up early series win against England

It will be a surprising downturn for the high-flying English team, one of the better in limited-overs' cricket at the moment. It is a stark reminder of their poor winning ratio nevertheless, having won only 5 out of their last 10 T20 internationals.
2018-07-05 09:35:12 Read More

Real Kashmir coach says isolation doesn't help players' cause

Scotsman David Robertson, who guided Real Kashmir FC to the top-flight of Indian football in an extraordinary season, says "isolation" is coming in the way of the valley's talented players getting recognition.
2018-07-05 07:29:07 Read More

Hamilton and Mercedes bidding to bounce back at Silverstone

Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes would be well advised to ignore all previous form and a pile of encouraging statistics as they bid to bounce back at their home British Grand Prix on Sunday.
2018-07-05 07:24:55 Read More

Uruguay's immoveable defence ready for Mbappe

The build-up to Friday's quarter-final clash between France and Uruguay has been dominated by individuals, but it may be the South Americans' almost unbreachable four-man defence which decides the result.
2018-07-05 07:18:06 Read More

Brazil seek to temper World Cup hopes of Belgium's 'Golden Generation'

Belgium coach Roberto Martinez has admitted he has no secrets as he plots to end Brazil's bid for a record-extending sixth World Cup ahead of their "dream" quarter-final in Kazan on Friday.
2018-07-05 07:11:30 Read More

Wimbledon stars get FIFA World Cup fever

From Roger Federer debating where his loyalties lie to Gael Monfils revelling in England's beer-soaked celebrations, it's safe to say World Cup fever has broken out at Wimbledon.
2018-07-05 07:00:29 Read More

Security tight as Froome lines up for Tour de France

More than 30,000 security agents will be deployed for the Tour de France, organisers said Wednesday after the head of world cycling cited threats of violence and called for a safe environment for British rider Chris Froome.
2018-07-05 06:54:32 Read More

Birthday girl Sindhu enters quarterfinals of Indonesia Open

Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu celebrated her 23rd birthday with a straight-game win over Japan's Aya Ohori to enter the quarterfinals of the USD 1,250,000 Indonesia Open BWF World Tour Super 1000 tournament on Thursday.
2018-07-05 06:21:01 Read More

West Indies on top after dismissing Bangladesh for 43

Kemar Roach led the demolition of Bangladesh with a five-wicket haul as the tourists were dismissed for 43, their lowest total ever in Test cricket, before lunch on the opening day of the first Test against the West Indies at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua on Wednesday.
2018-07-05 04:59:56 Read More

Vinod Rai's age in focus as SC hears BCCI matter

The SC gears up for possibly one of the last few hearings in the matter involving the BCCI on Thursday and Vinod Rai, who turned 70 last month, has been besieged by questions from members of the BCCI who say "it's unethical for him to continue".
2018-07-05 04:47:57 Read More

Banned Inderjeet Singh to miss Tokyo Olympics

Incheon Asian Games bronze medallist, shot putter Inderjeet Singh has been banned for four years by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) for failing a dope test just days ahead of his departure for the 2016 Rio Olympics.
2018-07-05 04:40:14 Read More

EPL, the big daddy in FIFA World Cup last-eight line-up

English Premier League clubs continue to dominate the World Cup in Russia, with Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester United and Chelsea set to feature the most players in the quarterfinal stage.
2018-07-05 04:17:13 Read More

Theory of resistance gaining ground in FIFA World Cup

As the quarterfinal lineup is settled and one does not see Germany, Argentina, Spain and Portugal among the survivors, the focus shifts to Uruguay and the fighting spirit that Luis Suarez will invoke to emasculate the threat of Kylian Mpbappe as their quarterfinal clash looms.
2018-07-05 04:00:07 Read More

Pickford leaps to England's rescue against Colombia

Against England, Mateus Uribe let fly a cracker of a shot from 25 yards away, and Jordan Pickford flung himself across the goal to make a superb finger-tip save, knowing little that more heroics were in store.
2018-07-05 03:38:09 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Football's Top 10 or Flop 10?

Only three teams in the top team FIFA rankings have made it to the quarterfinals of the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia
2018-07-05 03:23:46 Read More

Kuldeep Yadav's hunger for wickets impresses Amarnath

Left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav's maiden Twenty20 international five-wicket haul was instrumental in India's eight-wicket victory over England at Old Trafford on Tuesday.
2018-07-05 03:09:51 Read More

Belgium losing no sleep over Brazil: Kompany

Veteran Belgium defender Vincent Kompany said on Wednesday Brazil are the best team at the World Cup but his side are not losing any sleep at the prospect of playing them.
2018-07-04 17:36:26 Read More

1st Test: West Indies dismiss Bangladesh for record low of 43

Kemar Roach took five wickets as West Indies demolished Bangladesh for 43, their lowest Test total, on the opening morning of the first Test in Antigua on Wednesday.
2018-07-04 17:00:26 Read More

Shot putter Inderjeet Singh gets 4-year ban for dope violation

The anti-doping disciplinary panel of NADA on Wednesday handed a four-year suspension to shot putter Inderjeet Singh for failing a dope test prior to the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
2018-07-04 16:48:20 Read More

Sushil Kumar loses first bout in four years

Celebrated Indian wrestler Sushil Kumar lost his first bout in more than four years while competing at Tbilisi Grand Prix in Georgia even as his compatriots Bajrang Punia and Deepak Punia progressed to the quarterfinals.
2018-07-04 16:10:38 Read More

This century means the world to me: KL Rahul

The drought of international hundreds was playing big time in his mind and that's why the century in the opening T20 International against England "means the world" to the talented Indian batsman KL Rahul.
2018-07-04 15:57:36 Read More

Federer delivers shot-making masterclass to reach third round

Two days after creating a stir at Wimbledon with his new mega-bucks clothing deal, Roger Federer was back making a style statement with his dazzling tennis as he gave Lukas Lacko a 6-4, 6-4, 6-1 dressing down to reach the third round on Wednesday.
2018-07-04 15:45:44 Read More

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Rana, Bamhane earn quota spots for Youth Olympics

Javelin thrower Kunwer Ajairaj Singh Rana and middle distance runner Tai Bamhane secured quota places for the 2018 Youth Olympic Games, to be held in Buenos Aires in October.
2018-07-04 14:35:06 Read More

Pliskova beats Azarenka to reach third round for first time

Seventh seed Karolina Pliskova won a battle of former world number ones as she beat Victoria Azarenka 6-3, 6-3 to reach the third round at Wimbledon for the first time on Wednesday.
2018-07-04 14:08:22 Read More

Indonesia Open: Srikanth's title defence ends, Sindhu advances

Defending champion Kidambi Srikanth's campaign ended with a narrow opening-round loss but Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu eked out a thrilling win to progress to the women's singles pre-quarterfinals.
2018-07-04 14:08:16 Read More

Sports Authority of India will now be Sports India: Rathore

More than 34 years after coming into existence, the Sports Authority of India (SAI) is set to be renamed as Sports India, Union Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore announced on Wednesday after the sports body's governing body meeting in Delhi.
2018-07-04 13:53:28 Read More

Maradona calls English win 'monumental robbery'

Argentine great Diego Maradona said England perpetrated a "monumental robbery" in their World Cup victory over Colombia and accused referee Mark Geiger of not being up to such a game.
2018-07-04 13:13:47 Read More

Ronaldo has received offer to sign for Juventus: Source

Cristiano Ronaldo has received an offer to leave Real Madrid and join Italian champions Juventus, a source close to the player told Reuters on Wednesday.
2018-07-04 12:57:02 Read More

Real Madrid deny Kylian Mbappe bid rumour

Real Madrid on Wednesday denied media reports they have made a bid for Paris Saint-Germain's teenage striker Kylian Mbappe, who is emerging as one of the biggest stars of the Russia World Cup.
2018-07-04 12:32:19 Read More

Pakistan knocks hosts Zimbabwe out of T20I series

Pakistan knocked Zimbabwe out of the Twenty20 tri-series in Harare in a closely-fought encounter on Wednesday, beating the hosts by seven wickets with five deliveries to spare.
2018-07-04 12:18:29 Read More

Neymar should drop the injury act, says Matthaeus

Brazil winger Neymar is a world class footballer who does not need to exaggerate when he is fouled because it does not earn him any sympathy with the fans, former Germany captain and World Cup winner Lothar Matthaeus said.
2018-07-04 12:01:27 Read More

Two Koreas court peace in first basketball friendly in years

North and South Korea joined forces for their first basketball friendly in 15 years on Wednesday amid a warming of relations since the Winter Olympics in the South and easing tensions over the North's nuclear and missile programmes.
2018-07-04 11:07:26 Read More

Nathan Lyon objects to ICC's decision to broadcast stump mic audio

Australia spinner Nathan Lyon has spoken out against the International Cricket Council's (ICC) decision to broadcast sound from the stump microphone at all times and the introduction of audible obscenities as a new offence.
2018-07-04 11:00:17 Read More

Anderson to test injured shoulder ahead of India series

England's all-time leading wicket taker James Anderson could be in line for a return to the national side for the upcoming five-Test series with India after undergoing rehabilitation on a longstanding shoulder injury.
2018-07-04 10:17:37 Read More

Live: Zimbabwe vs Pakistan, 4th T20I

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2018-07-04 08:45:20 Read More

Niranjan Shah criticises BCCI guidelines for T20 tournaments

Former BCCI secretary Niranjan Shah has criticised the Board's new guidelines to state associations to stage T20 tournaments.
2018-07-04 08:36:16 Read More

How do the World Cup quarter-finalists compare?

Just eight teams remain from the 32 who started the World Cup in Russia.
2018-07-04 07:30:44 Read More

Kuldeep Yadav completely deceived us: Eoin Morgan

"We weren't good enough in Bengaluru (when Yuzvendra Chahal took 6-25 in February 2017). But that was a different game. It was different today. Kuldeep took three wickets in four balls and deceived us. It wasn't a case of us chipping the ball up in the air. He completely deceived us and I thought he bowled well," acknowledged Eoin Morgan.
2018-07-04 07:17:42 Read More

Never scared of getting hit for sixes: Kuldeep Yadav

"When I started playing cricket, my coach Kapil Pandey would make me bowl such that the batsmen hit me for sixes. I used to practice getting hit for sixes to understand how it happens in a real game. I don't feel the pressure. That is something I have learnt very early on, and today I am not scared of getting hit," said Kuldeep Yadav.
2018-07-04 06:58:08 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Five best goals in pre-quarters

Uruguay extinguished Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal on a thrilling night in Sochi to reach the quarter-finals, with Edinson Cavani scoring two brilliant goals.
2018-07-04 04:46:49 Read More

Neymar’s brilliance undermined by his snideness

Perhaps it is old-fashioned to hope that our heroes may demonstrate a little nobility. Neymar was excellent here, by far his most effective game of the World Cup, a stripped-down, almost generous performance, but just as it seemed he might be becoming the player Brazil need him to be, he indulged in the sort of histrionics that do him and the game no favours.
2018-07-04 04:34:56 Read More

Tite defends Neymar’s theatrics

A comparison with Carlos Alberto Parreira’s Brazil of 1994 cracked the mirror of Tite’s happy countenance. Till then, satisfaction was oozing out of his face after Brazil displayed controlled aggression to dispatch Mexico at the Samara Arena on Monday.
2018-07-04 04:17:23 Read More

Forsberg’s fortuitous winner helps Sweden shut out Swiss

Emil Forsberg had been woeful right up until the moment he seized this World Cup roundof-16 tie. Two minutes earlier he was lying prostrate on the floor, having just duffed a free-kick into the wall and hit the follow-up on to his standing foot and off the field, neatly encapsulating an hour’s fruitless effort.
2018-07-04 04:10:27 Read More

World Cup big guns primed for last-eight battles

England became the last team to qualify for the World Cup quarter-finals after a dramatic penalty shootout as favourites Brazil and fancied France trained their sights on their last-eight opponents.
2018-07-04 04:03:17 Read More

Aaron Finch beats Aaron Finch

Aaron Finch smashed his own record for the highest individual score in a Twenty20 International on Tuesday, blasting 172 off 76 balls in a tri-series match against Zimbabwe in Harare.
2018-07-04 03:41:46 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Asians can play football

When Japan led Belgium 2-0, courtesy two sensational strikes, the world rubbed its eyes in disbelief. Was history happening here? Every football romantic prayed for the Asian team.
2018-07-04 03:07:47 Read More

'Lethal' Kuldeep Yadav key for India: Virat Kohli

India vs England 2018: Left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav produced a man-of-the-match display as he finished with 5/24 in India's emphatic eight-wicket win over England in the first Twenty20 international at Old Trafford.
2018-07-04 02:36:12 Read More

England beat Colombia on penalties to reach quarters

England beat Colombia 4-3 on penalties on Tuesday after Eric Dier scored the decisive spot kick to send them through to a World Cup quarter-final against Sweden.
2018-07-03 21:02:52 Read More

Sharapova knocked out of Wimbledon in first round

Wimbledon's 2004 champion Maria Sharapova tumbled out of the tournament in the opening round for the first time, beaten at her own game by fellow-Russian Vitalia Diatchenko 6-7(3) 7-6(3) 6-4 as the evening shadows crept across Court Two on Tuesday.
2018-07-03 20:59:18 Read More

Virat Kohli fastest to 2000 T20I runs

Indian skipper Virat Kohli created a world record of scoring the fastest 2000 runs in Twenty20 Internationals. The 29-year old batsman achieved the landmark in the first T20I against England at Old Trafford in Manchester on Tuesday.
2018-07-03 20:40:04 Read More

1st T20I: Rahul ton powers India to 8-wicket win over England

Chinaman Kuldeep Yadav's magical spell of wrist spin was complemented by KL Rahul's dazzling strokeplay as India started their tour of England on a resounding note, winning the opening T20 International by eight wickets on Tuesday.
2018-07-03 20:36:42 Read More

Djokovic races past Sandgren in Wimbledon opener

Novak Djokovic did his best to finish off his first-round match at Wimbledon in time for Court One fans to head off to watch England's World Cup clash with Colombia on Tuesday.
2018-07-03 18:51:18 Read More

Harendra Singh happy with team's show, gears up for Asiad

After finishing the Commonwealth Games without a medal, the team, under new chief coach Harendra Singh, looked different in attitude and intent.
2018-07-03 16:59:14 Read More

Dipa Karmakar set to take part in World Cup this week

Top Indian gymnast Dipa Karmakar will return to competition after a long lay-off of nearly two years due to injury as she features in the upcoming FIG World Cup to be held at Mersin, Turkey from July 6-8.
2018-07-03 16:32:39 Read More

Rafael Nadal breezes through Wimbledon opener

World number one Rafael Nadal breezed into the Wimbledon second round on Tuesday with a 6-3, 6-3, 6-2 win over Israel's Dudi Sela as the Spaniard returned to action for the first time since claiming his 11th French Open title.
2018-07-03 16:24:51 Read More

Yo-Yo test should be held before selection, says Azhar

Having the Yo-Yo test as a benchmark for fitness is not a bad thing in itself but one has to understand that every player's body is different and hence match performance should be given more importance was Mohammad Azharuddin's take on the latest controversy which had hit the team selection.
2018-07-03 16:05:08 Read More

World Cup: Sweden beat Switzerland 1-0 to reach quarters

Sweden barged their way into the World Cup quarter-finals when Emil Forsberg's heavily deflected shot gave them a 1-0 win over Switzerland in a scrappy last-16 contest on Tuesday.
2018-07-03 16:04:04 Read More

Prannoy stuns Lin Dan at Indonesia Open

HS Prannoy stunned the legendary Lin Dan of China before Saina Nehwal cruised into the second round with an easy win against local player Dinar Dyah Ayustine at the Indonesia Open badminton tournament on Tuesday.
2018-07-03 14:22:45 Read More

We took performance to next level at Champions Trophy: Sreejesh

Disappointed he may be for not winning the gold at the Champions Trophy but India hockey captain PR Sreejesh insisted that the players took the game to the next level in Breda and it will help them do well at the Asian Games and the World Cup at home.
2018-07-03 14:19:06 Read More

Real Madrid deny Neymar bid as Ronaldo rumours swirl

Real Madrid have dismissed as "absolutely untrue" reports of a 310 million-euro ($360-million) bid for Paris Saint-Germain's Neymar that sparked rumours he could serve as a replacement if superstar Cristiano Ronaldo leaves the Spanish giants.
2018-07-03 14:05:32 Read More

Wimbledon: Garbine Muguruza through to second round

Spain's Garbine Muguruza opened her Wimbledon title defence with a 6-2, 7-5 win over British wild card Naomi Broady on Tuesday.
2018-07-03 14:05:11 Read More

Dave Richardson to quit ICC CEO's post after 2019 World Cup

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday confirmed that David Richardson will step down as ICC Chief Executive when his contract expires after 2019 ODI World Cup in England.
2018-07-03 14:04:42 Read More

We can 'control' Mbappe in World Cup quarters, says Suarez

Luis Suarez is confident Uruguay can nullify the threat from France's teenage sensation Kylian Mbappe, as they prepare for their World Cup quarter-final clash later this week.
2018-07-03 13:45:53 Read More

British hope Konta scrapes into round two of Wimbledon

British number one Johanna Konta made hard work of beating 103rd-ranked Russian Natalia Vikhlyantseva 7-5 7-6(7) in her opening match at Wimbledon on Tuesday.
2018-07-03 13:37:00 Read More

Records tumble as Australia crush Zimbabwe

A slew of records tumbled as Australia destroyed Zimbabwe by 100 runs in the Twenty20 tri-series at Harare Sports Club on Tuesday.
2018-07-03 13:07:56 Read More

Asia makes an impact but little progress at WC

South Korea hammered the Germans, and Japan very nearly did the same to Belgium, but Asia's representatives are once again heading home before the business end of the World Cup gets going.
2018-07-03 12:00:03 Read More

Japan footballers clean dressing room after Belgium defeat

FIFA World Cup 2018 Russia will be remembered for the classy Japanese footballers and their fans. Despite a heat-breaking loss to Belgium in the round of 16 on Monday night, the 'Samurai Blue' showed their gratitude after cleaning their dressing room and then leaving a thank you note for their hosts.
2018-07-03 11:38:18 Read More

World Cup: Belgium fight back from two down to beat Japan 3-2

Belgium fought back from two goals down to beat Japan 3-2 with an added-time goal from substitute Nacer Chadli on Monday to set up a World Cup quarter-final with Brazil.
2018-07-02 20:09:52 Read More

Wawrinka stuns Dimitrov at Wimbledon

Three-time Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka returned to the big stage in style on Monday, ousting sixth seed Grigor Dimitrov 1-6 7-6(3) 7-6(5) 6-4 on Centre Court at Wimbledon.
2018-07-02 18:41:14 Read More

ICC to impose 6 Tests or 12 ODIs ban for ball tampering

The ICC will impose a ban of minimum six Tests or 12 ODIs on ball tampering offenders as it has now been upgraded as a Level 3 offence as per it's new code of conduct.
2018-07-02 18:27:29 Read More

Para-athlete Amit Saroha eyes Asian Games gold

September 21, 2007 - a day para-athlete Amit Saroha cannot forget. The day changed his life forever. Saroha met with a horrific road accident that led to a severe spinal injury and left him condemned to the wheelchair for the rest of his life.
2018-07-02 18:12:38 Read More

Wimbledon 2018: Serena beats Rus to enter second round

Serena Williams swapped the skin-tight catsuit that caused a stir at the French Open for a more conservative look as she marked her return to Wimbledon for the first time since becoming a mother with a 7-5 6-3 first-round win over Arantxa Rus.
2018-07-02 17:47:54 Read More

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FIBA to discipline brawling Australia, Philippines players

Basketball's world governing body FIBA will open disciplinary proceedings against Australia and the Philippines after their World Cup 2019 Asian qualifier descended into chaos on Monday with 13 players ejected for brawling during the match.
2018-07-02 17:33:32 Read More

Yuki Bhambri crashes out of Wimbledon

India No. 1 Yuki Bhambri made his Wimbledon main draw debut in miss-matched gear, he paired Asics shorts with a round-neck tee that carried an unrecognizable logo.
2018-07-02 17:32:26 Read More

World Cup: Brazil beat Mexico 2-0 to reach quarter-finals

Neymar and Firmino were on target as Brazil beat Mexico 2-0 in their World Cup last 16 clash on Monday to earn a quarter-final against either Belgium or Japan.
2018-07-02 16:03:15 Read More

IPL has helped us break barriers with England players: Kohli

The participation of English players in the IPL has only increased the "warmth" among rival players but on field, India skipper Virat Kohli expects a high intensity battle between both teams during the long tour beginning on Tuesday.
2018-07-02 15:00:00 Read More

England will find India tougher than Australia: Kohli

India will provide far stiffer opposition for England than Australia did when it was whitewashed 5-0 in a one-day series then thrashed in a Twenty20 match, Indian captain Virat Kohli said on Monday.
2018-07-02 14:25:17 Read More

New-look Federer breezes into Wimbledon second round

Eight-time champion Roger Federer breezed into the Wimbledon second round on Monday with a 6-1, 6-3, 6-4 win over Serbia's Dusan Lajovic.
2018-07-02 14:06:04 Read More

Rafael Nadal's Wimbledon highs and lows

Ten years on from his first Wimbledon title, Rafael Nadal will launch his bid for a third triumph at the All England Club on Tuesday when the world number one faces Israel's Dudi Sela.
2018-07-02 14:04:47 Read More

Wimbledon snubs Chris Evert push for women's final to top bill

Wimbledon on Monday slapped down Chris Evert's suggestion that the women's final should replace the men's title match in closing the championships.
2018-07-02 14:00:24 Read More

Live FIFA World Cup 2018: Brazil 0-0 Mexico

Stay updated with Times of India for all the Football live score updates of 2018 FIFA World Cup game between Brazil and Mexico on Times of India
2018-07-02 14:00:03 Read More

Vekic stuns US Open champ Stephens at Wimbledon

Sloane Stephens became Wimbledon's first big-name casualty this year as the world number four crashed to a shock 6-1, 6-3 defeat against Croatia's Donna Vekic on Monday.
2018-07-02 13:52:34 Read More

Shrikant Wagh says 10-wicket haul has given his career much needed fillip

Left-arm medium pacer Shrikant Wagh, who starred in English league cricket by taking all 10 wickets, says his rare feat has provided a much needed fillip to his career.
2018-07-02 13:38:51 Read More

Indian para-athlete Yogesh Kathuniya sets world record in discus throw

India's para-athlete Yogesh Kathuniya smashed the world record in the men's discus F36 while winning gold in the Para-Athletics Grand Prix in Berlin.
2018-07-02 13:27:49 Read More

Third seed Marin Cilic makes solid Wimbledon start

Last year's runner-up Marin Cilic made a solid start to the Wimbledon championships with a clinical 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 victory over Japan's Yoshihito Nishioka on Monday.
2018-07-02 13:20:06 Read More

Aditi Ashok finishes 63rd in Women's PGA Championship

Indian golfer Aditi Ashok capped a disappointing week with a one-over 73 for a total of nine-over 297 to finish Tied-63rd at the KPMG Women's PGA Championships.
2018-07-02 12:29:33 Read More

IOA chief disapproves of Khelo India selecting hockey players

Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president Narinder Batra has questioned the Sports Ministry's move to pick hockey players under the Khelo India Talent Development Programme, saying that the IOA will not approve such a selection if the National Sports Federation was not involved.
2018-07-02 12:21:17 Read More

Stanlake tears through Pakistan in easy win

Australian fast bowler Billy Stanlake demolished Pakistan's top order with four quick wickets to set up a nine-wicket win on Monday in the second match of the Zimbabwe Twenty20 Tri-Series.
2018-07-02 12:12:26 Read More

Gambhir will take key cricketing decisions: DDCA

Cornered during the 17-month regime of Court-appointed administrator Justice Vikramajit Sen, senior opener Gautam Gambhir will be back as "government nominee" in DDCA, informed newly elected secretary Vinod Tihara.
2018-07-02 12:02:23 Read More

We are willing to send football team to Asian Games on own cost: AIFF

An utterly helpless All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Monday said it is willing to send the national team to the Asian Games on its own cost while slamming the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) for not having the "courtesy to officially intimate" them about its decision to not clear the side.
2018-07-02 11:48:42 Read More

Russia tells its officials: Don't tip off athletes about dope tests

Russia's sports ministry has sent an internal memo instructing staff of national training centres not to tip off athletes about doping tests, in what three leading international anti-doping specialists said was a rare Russian acknowledgement of methods used in the past to hide drug-taking.
2018-07-02 11:13:40 Read More

Players question Paes-Nagal pairing for Asiad

The All India Tennis Association (AITA) selection committee has erred by not picking two specialists doubles teams for the Asian Games, feel a number of players, who questioned veteran Leander Paes' pairing with Sumit Nagal.
2018-07-02 11:01:16 Read More

Froome cleared of wrongdoing in 'anti-doping' case

Chris Froome was cleared on Monday of wrongdoing in an anti-doping case which had cast a shadow over his participation in the Tour de France.
2018-07-02 10:31:05 Read More

Title holder Srikanth faces Momota test at Indonesia Open

Defending champion Kidambi Srikanth will look to find a chink in Kento Momota's armour when he locks horns with the in-form Japanese in the opening match of the USD 1,250,000 Indonesia Open World Tour Super 1000 badminton tournament starting on Tuesday.
2018-07-02 10:23:46 Read More

Salah's belief can spur Liverpool on to greater things: Klopp

Egyptian international Mohamed Salah's signing of a new long-term contract is a major boost for Liverpool's ambitions of delivering trophies, said manager Jurgen Klopp on Monday.
2018-07-02 10:19:43 Read More

Du Plessis calls for tougher ball-tampering punishments

South Africa captain Faf du Plessis has called for the International Cricket Council (ICC) to dish out tougher punishments for players found guilty of ball-tampering.
2018-07-02 09:54:00 Read More

Federer, Serena lead Wimbledon against World Cup

Roger Federer and Serena Williams bring the curtain up on Wimbledon on Monday with the All England Club confident their tournament can comfortably capture the imagination of a public distracted by the World Cup.
2018-07-02 09:41:04 Read More

Journalist Rajat Sharma is new DDCA boss

"The moment Sharma got blessings from a senior cabinet minister, there was no chance in hell for any other candidate to win this election. What was not expected was a clean panel sweep. It will be good that Sharma will get a free hand to run the body. This also means that CK Khanna's reign in DDCA ends unless he strikes some deal with Sharma," a senior DDCA official said.
2018-07-02 08:48:24 Read More

Five Indians looking to spoil England's party

Ahead of India's tour of England -- which includes three T20s, three one-day internationals and five Tests -- here are five impact players looking to bring the world's top ranked ODI side back to earth.
2018-07-02 07:22:58 Read More

NBA: LeBron James to join Los Angeles Lakers in four-year, $154 million deal

"LeBron James, four time NBA MVP, three-time NBA finals MVP, 14-time NBA All-Star, and two-time Olympic gold medallist, has agreed to a four-year $154 million contract with the Los Angeles Lakers," James' management company Klutch Sports Group said in a statement.
2018-07-02 06:29:31 Read More

Messi = Maradona. The Maradona of '82, that is

Statistics-driven news and analysis site FiveThirtyEight (along with sports analytics outfit Opta) has analysed how every athlete played in every men's FIFA World Cup from 1966-2018 by generating statistical fingerprints of 5,884 World Cup performances.
2018-07-02 05:32:01 Read More

Kylian Mbappe can be the game's bold new face

Kylian Mbappe, already the most expensive teenager and the second most expensive player ever, needed a stage. The informed ones discuss his mind-numbing price and try to follow his game with PSG, if the telecast timing doesn't clash with La Liga or EPL.
2018-07-02 04:48:31 Read More

Lionel Messi may have a bit left in tank

It was Jorge Luis Borges who wrote about 'the infinite game'. "When the players have gone away, when time at last consumes them, the ritual is certainly not over."
2018-07-02 04:36:31 Read More

Neymar & Co can ill-afford to underestimate Mexico

Who said it is cold in Russia? Brazil are preparing for sweltering conditions in Samara against a red-hot Mexico on Monday.
2018-07-02 04:36:22 Read More

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo walk into sunset

From being the cynosure of all eyes, isolation will be their next address. The journeys of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo to be the greatest of all time ended abruptly on Saturday.
2018-07-02 04:02:15 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Russia beat Spain to win in shootout

Russian journalists danced around the huge press centre screaming "Russia, Russia" as the cameras focused on Andres Iniesta's face, signalling Spain's 3-4 defeat in the penalty shootout after regulation time had ended 1-1. The Spanish midfielder's eyes were red, trying hard to hold back tears as another pre-tournament favourite took a tumble in the minefield of Moscow.
2018-07-02 03:26:16 Read More

Dravid, Ponting, Taylor inducted in ICC Hall of Fame

Rahul Dravid scored 13,288 runs in 164 Tests with 36 centuries and 10,889 runs in 344 ODIs with 12 centuries. Dravid said, "to find your name in a list of all-time greats across generations is something one only dreams of while setting out on a cricket career."
2018-07-02 02:33:24 Read More

Croatia win penalty shootout to reach quarter-finals

Croatia beat Denmark 3-2 in a penalty shootout to reach the quarter-finals of the World Cup on Sunday after the round of 16 clash finished deadlocked at 1-1 after 90 minutes and extra time at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium.
2018-07-01 20:59:16 Read More

Iniesta calls time on Spain after World Cup exit

Spain midfielder Andres Iniesta called time on his remarkable international career after his team's surprise World Cup exit at the hands of hosts Russia on Sunday.
2018-07-01 20:04:15 Read More

Sweden's Noren storms to French Open golf title

Sweden's Alex Noren came back from a seven-shot overnight deficit to claim a dramatic French Open victory at Le Golf National on Sunday, as the difficult closing stretch of the Ryder Cup course saw a host of challengers slip up.
2018-07-01 17:37:15 Read More

'With heavy heart' Murray pulls out of Wimbledon

Andy Murray has sensationally withdrawn from Wimbledon on the eve of the tournament after the two-time champion decided he wasn't fit enough to compete at the All England Club.
2018-07-01 17:26:21 Read More

Verstappen wins Austrian GP as Hamilton fails to finish

Max Verstappen won Red Bull's home Austrian Grand Prix on Sunday while Lewis Hamilton suffered his first race retirement since 2016 and lost the Formula One championship lead to Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel.
2018-07-01 17:05:51 Read More

Russia beat Spain 4-3 on penalties to reach quarter-finals

Russia keeper Igor Akinfeev saved Koke's and Iago Aspas' spot kicks in the tournament's first ever penalty shootout to send the hosts through. Score remained tied at 1-1 after regulation time and 30 minutes of extra time.
2018-07-01 16:54:48 Read More

CT: India finish runners up after losing to Australia in shootout

World Champions Australia defeated India 3-1 via shoot-off after both the teams were locked at 1-1 in regulation time to clinch their second consecutive Champions Trophy hockey title on Sunday.
2018-07-01 16:13:20 Read More

Messi and Ronaldo not the only greats to not win WC

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are clearly two of the greatest footballers of all time, and following Saturday's elimination of Argentina and Portugal they're unlikely to ever become World Cup winners.
2018-07-01 15:22:39 Read More

Over 500 athletes cleared for Asiad by IOA

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has cleared 514 athletes for the upcoming Asian Games but the contingent is likely to be smaller than the last edition in Incheon, where 541 players competed.
2018-07-01 14:51:30 Read More

No toxic thoughts for reigning champion Muguruza

Reigning champion Garbine Muguruza says she has removed 'toxic' thoughts from her head in the build-up to Wimbledon.
2018-07-01 14:23:36 Read More

Hardik works on slower deliveries, Dhawan counters bounce

Allrounder Hardik Pandya focussed on bowling variety of slower deliveries while senior opener Shikhar Dhawan tackled short-pitched throwdowns during Indian team's first practice session at the Old Trafford ahead of their three-match T20 series against England that starts from July 3.
2018-07-01 14:16:07 Read More

Anirban Lahiri bounces back at Quicken Loans National

Anirban Lahiri bounced back from a disappointing second round with a strong 5-under that took him to Tied-25 from after the third round of the Quicken Loans National.
2018-07-01 13:36:23 Read More

Live FIFA World Cup 2018: Spain 1-1 Russia

Stay updated with Times of India for all the Football live score updates of 2018 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match between Spain and Russia on Times of India.
2018-07-01 13:30:24 Read More

Champions Trophy Final  Live: India 0-1 Australia

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2018-07-01 13:27:49 Read More

Serena Williams says it's unfair she's drug-tested more

Serena Williams says she thinks it isn't fair that she has been drug-tested more than other American tennis players this year.
2018-07-01 13:16:12 Read More

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Wimbledon: Federer, Nadal ready for another Grand Slam battle

The richness of form is underlined by the Wimbledon seedings - No.1 and 2. Between them - Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal - have won all Grand Slams played in the last two seasons, six of them so far.
2018-07-01 12:55:20 Read More

Yuki Bhambri looks to break the duck

The good news for Yuki Bhambri is that his (right) knee has healed, leaving the India No.1 sufficiently prepped for Wimbledon, starting Monday.
2018-07-01 12:50:12 Read More

Colombia present England with first major test

For all the talk about England's progress under Gareth Southgate, his youthful side have yet to be truly examined in this World Cup but Tuesday's last 16 opponents Colombia will certainly ask the right questions.
2018-07-01 12:41:48 Read More

Pakistan beat Zimbabwe in T20I tri-series opener

Pakistan cruised to a 74-run win on Sunday over their hosts in the opening match of the Zimbabwe Twenty20 Tri-Series.
2018-07-01 12:24:06 Read More

Lee Chong Wei nets historic 12th Malaysia Open title

Malaysian veteran Lee Chong Wei beat young Japanese shuttler Kento Momota 21-17, 23-21 on Sunday to grab the Malaysia Open title for a historic twelfth time.
2018-07-01 12:09:03 Read More

Krunal, Chahar get maiden India call-up

Allrounder Krunal Pandya and medium pacer Deepak Chahar earned their maiden call up in the Indian squad to replace injured Washington Sundar and Jasprit Bumrah for the three-match Twenty20 series against England, starting Tuesday at Manchester.
2018-07-01 11:55:20 Read More

'IOA lacks competence to understand football'

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Sunday alleged that Narinder Batra-led Indian Olympic Association (IOA) "lacks vision and competence" after the national team was not cleared for participation in the upcoming Asian Games in Indonesia.
2018-07-01 11:40:07 Read More

Froome banned by Tour de France organisers: Report

Tour de France organisers have blocked four-time champion Chris Froome from competing in this year's race starting next Saturday, Le Monde reported.
2018-07-01 10:55:32 Read More

Mbappe hailed as new global superstar

France players and the world's press hailed Kylian Mbappe as an emerging superstar after the 19-year-old eclipsed Lionel Messi in a match that felt like the passing of a torch to a new generation.
2018-07-01 10:45:39 Read More

Andy Murray won't rule out Wimbledon withdrawal

Andy Murray is fighting to be fit for Wimbledon, but the former champion admits he could still be forced to pull out.
2018-07-01 10:36:20 Read More

Harry Kane says he can score in every World Cup game

England captain Harry Kane believes he can score every time he sets foot on the pitch in Russia after netting five goals in his first two World Cup appearances.
2018-07-01 09:42:00 Read More

Harry Kane says he can score in every World Cup game

England captain Harry Kane believes he can score every time he sets foot on the pitch in Russia after netting five goals in his first two World Cup appearances.
2018-07-01 09:42:00 Read More

Brazil can underestimate Mexico at own peril

There are not many teams in world football who boast an even moderately successful record against five-time World Cup winners Brazil but in recent years Mexico have proved they have what it takes to upstage the yellow-shirted powerhouse.
2018-07-01 09:36:25 Read More

I knew I wasn't done with swimming: Virdhawal Khade

He upstaged an Olympic champion on the comeback trail but one of India's most accomplished swimmers, Virdhawal Khade, says he had all but "forgotten" how to perform at the big stage owing to the mundanity of a job and injury setbacks.
2018-07-01 09:31:40 Read More

T20I Tri-series Live: Zimbabwe vs Pakistan

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2018-07-01 08:35:21 Read More

T20I Tri-series Live: Zimbabwe vs Pakistan

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World Cup: Cavani fires Uruguay into last eight as Ronaldo dream ends

Uruguay forward Edinson Cavani scored a superb brace to give his side a 2-1 win over European champions Portugal in their World Cup round-of-16 match on Saturday.
2018-07-01 04:31:09 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Bam Bam firing away after all these years

Ivan Zamorano still draws a sizeable crowd. A little on the stockier side these days, the lethal Chilean striker was gleefully holding court at the Kazan Arena on Friday ahead of Argentina’s clash with France.
2018-07-01 04:29:08 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Flying on the wings of defenders

For a team that is still regarded as the best in World Cup history and best embodied the ideals of jogo bonito, it’s a bit paradoxical that the icing on the cake of Brazil’s 1970 triumph was provided by a defender.
2018-07-01 04:22:44 Read More

Questions remain over Spain’s wild inconsistency

In the days since the very fragile performance against Morocco, Fernando Hierro’s mind has been hardening, as he makes his final decisions on the Spanish side for the last-16 match against hosts Russia. Koke is set to return to the starting line-up, in place of Thiago Alcantara, Marco Asensio may come in — and David De Gea will definitively stay in goal.
2018-07-01 04:18:31 Read More

Costa’s No. 9 ability a big plus for Spain, says Morientes

Spain have weathered the early storm and now they take on Russia on Sunday for a place in the quarterfinals. Former Spanish and Real Madrid star Fernando Morientes feels the initial flutter was par for the course and now La Roja should do well.
2018-07-01 04:15:01 Read More

De Gea carries Spain’s cross in knockout clash

David de Gea came under fire the moment he slipped on Cristiano Ronaldo’s innocuous shot in Spain’s opening game against Portugal in Sochi. It was early days in the tournament but the Spanish goalkeeper’s error suggested that reputations of many more stars were on the line in Russia.
2018-07-01 04:10:23 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Maradona picks Spain, Croatia to advance

With Messi Argentina and Ronaldo’s Portugal eliminated from the tournament in close encounters, MAradona feels that the knockout action on day two will be an easier affair with Croatia and Spain looking favourites to advance to the quarterfinals.
2018-07-01 04:04:32 Read More

FIFA World Cup 2018: Lessons from Argentina vs France game

France’s individuals were allowed to shine against Argentina who made it easy for solo players to influence the game.
2018-07-01 03:48:14 Read More

World Cup remains Leo’s unrequited love

The war was over. The ruins of Argentinian dreams lay strewn across the Kazan Arena where new songs were being sung in the name of Kylian Mbappe.
2018-07-01 03:25:44 Read More

Mbappe steals the show as France reach quarterfinals

All you could hear after 68 minutes in the Argentina-France clash inside the Kazan Stadium here on Saturday was the loud, lusty singing of the La Marseillaise.
2018-07-01 03:14:50 Read More

Russia hope for World Cup miracle after Messi, Ronaldo exit

Russia are hoping for a World Cup miracle on Sunday as the host nation take on 2010 winners Spain for a place in the quarter-finals after Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi exited the tournament.
2018-07-01 02:49:59 Read More

Russia hope for World Cup miracle after Messi, Ronaldo exit

Russia are hoping for a World Cup miracle on Sunday as the host nation take on 2010 winners Spain for a place in the quarter-finals after Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi exited the tournament.
2018-07-01 02:49:59 Read More

Vettel gets grid penalty after qualifying error

Ferrari's Formula One title contender Sebastian Vettel was handed a three-place grid penalty for the Austrian Grand Prix after stewards ruled he had impeded Renault's Carlos Sainz in qualifying.
2018-06-30 18:29:42 Read More

Argentina's Mascherano calls time on career after painful France defeat

Argentina's most-capped player Javier Mascherano called time on his international career Saturday after the painful World Cup defeat to France.
2018-06-30 18:22:14 Read More

Messi's last chance for national glory slips away in Kazan

Lionel Messi's last chance to add a major international title to a glittering array of personal achievements and trophies at club level almost certainly disappeared with Argentina's elimination from the World Cup on Saturday.
2018-06-30 17:14:33 Read More

India to send 53-member athletics team for Asian Games

Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra and defending champion Seema Antil were named in India's 53 strong athletics team for the upcoming Asian Games in Indonesia.
2018-06-30 17:10:57 Read More

India clinch Kabaddi Masters title with easy win over Iran

Putting up yet another superlative show, India thrashed Iran 44-26 to emerge champions of the six-nation Kabaddi Masters Dubai, on Saturday.
2018-06-30 16:53:46 Read More

FIFA World Cup: Messi's disappointments with Argentina

Five-time World Player of the Year Lionel Messi suffered more World Cup heartbreak with Argentina as he was no match for France's firepower in a thrilling 4-3 World Cup last-16 defeat on Saturday.
2018-06-30 16:53:06 Read More

Hockey: India set up Champions Trophy final with Australia

Indian men's hockey team forced a 1-1 draw against hosts Netherlands in their last league match to set up the Champions Trophy summit clash with world number one Australia on Saturday.
2018-06-30 16:08:23 Read More

Washington, Bumrah out of England T20Is

India's premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah would be missing the forthcoming ODI and T20 series against England after fracturing his finger.
2018-06-30 13:30:53 Read More

Bring on England, says Virat Kohli after Ireland rout

India completed the formality of a 2-0 win in Ireland on Friday with their biggest ever T20 victory, by 143 runs. Although they were two one-sided games, after scoring over 200 in both, the India captain said they were ideal in preparation.
2018-06-30 09:59:53 Read More

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