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Mathews, Shanaka star as clinical Sri Lanka whitewash Bangladesh

Sri Lanka put on a clinical performance with bat and ball to record a 122-run win in the third and final one-day international and complete a clean sweep over Bangladesh in Colombo on Wednesday.
2019-07-31 17:11:40 Read More

I walk out for my country: Rohit Sharma

"I don't just walk out for my team. I walk out for my country," tweeted Rohit Sharma on Wednesday after India captain Virat Kohli rubbished reports of rift between him and the star opener. After India's ouster from the World Cup, stories of fissures in the Indian camp emerged with claims that Rohit and Kohli are not seeing eye to eye.
2019-07-31 17:02:30 Read More

PKL: Jaipur Pink Panthers beat Haryana Steelers

Skipper Deepak Hooda led from the front as Jaipur Pink Panthers defeated Haryana Steelers 37-21 in their Pro Kabaddi League match on Wednesday.
2019-07-31 16:43:55 Read More

Jurgen Klopp, Mohamed Salah head nominations for FIFA Best awards

Liverpool coach Jurgen Klopp and three players -- Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane and Virgil van Dijk -- headed nominations released Wednesday for the FIFA Best awards that will be presented in Milan on September 23.
2019-07-31 16:20:37 Read More

Other athletes will suffer if India boycotts CWG: Sushil Kumar

Wrestler Sushil Kumar opined that athletes will suffer if India boycotts CWG due to the exclusion of shooting. The Olympic silver-medallist asserted that India can improve their medal tally by performing well in other sports. He urged the Sports Ministry and the IOA to reconsider the proposal of boycotting the Games.
2019-07-31 16:18:17 Read More

F1: Max Verstappen hopes to continue the party in Hungary

Red Bull's German Grand Prix winner Max Verstappen and his Dutch army of Formula One fans hope to continue the party in Hungary on Sunday, even if it will be hard to match the madness of Hockenheim last weekend.
2019-07-31 15:06:21 Read More

Best thing about Sjoerd Marijne is he listens to us: Lilima

Tokyo Olympics is less than a year away and the Indian womenâ€™s hockey team is leaving no stones unturned as the ladies try to qualify for the second time in a row.
2019-07-31 14:56:04 Read More

Australia captain Tim Paine feels no pressure for his place as Ashes loom

Australia captain Tim Paine says he has no fears about losing his place as he prepares to lead his team in the first Ashes Test against England on Thursday.
2019-07-31 14:32:47 Read More

Elizabeth wins 50m rifle 3 positions gold at Masters Meet

Kerala's Elizabeth Susan Koshy won the women's 50m rifle 3 positions gold on day three of the XII Sardar Sajjan Singh Sethi Memorial Masters shooting competition at Dr Karni Singh range on Wednesday.
2019-07-31 14:19:53 Read More

MS Dhoni joins Army troops in militancy-infested south Kashmir

MS Dhoni, an honorary lieutenant colonel in the Territorial Army, joined troops in south Kashmir region on Wednesday to carry out patrolling, guard duties and similar responsibilities just like other soldiers. The former Indian cricket team captain will be staying with his 106 TA Battalion (Para) till August 15 and undertake duties with the troops, officials said.
2019-07-31 14:06:47 Read More

PKL 2019 Live Score: Haryana Steelers vs Jaipur Pink Panthers

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2019-07-31 13:31:34 Read More

Ashes 2019: Archer misses out as England name first Test side

World Cup-winner Jofra Archer will have to wait for his Test debut after the fast bowler was left out of the England side named Wednesday for the Ashes opener against Australia at Edgbaston.
2019-07-31 13:09:29 Read More

Virat Kohli has right to say who he wants as coach: Sourav Ganguly

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Wednesday said as leader of the team Virat Kohli has got every right to voice his opinion in the coach selection process. Ganguly was part of the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) which picked Ravi Shastri as the head coach in 2017.
2019-07-31 13:02:31 Read More

Playing alongside Tendulkar was highlight of my career: Venugopal

Former India batsman Y Venugopal Rao on Wednesday said playing alongside Sachin Tendulkar and against Pakistan were the highlights of his short international career.
2019-07-31 12:35:58 Read More

Gaurav Solanki, Pinki Jangra enter quarters of Russian boxing tourney

Commonwealth Games medal winners Gaurav Solanki (56kg) and Pinki Jangra (51kg) claimed comfortable victories to enter the quarterfinals of the Magomed Salam Umakhanov Memorial International Boxing Tournament in Kaspiysk, Russia.
2019-07-31 11:46:20 Read More

India under Virat Kohli a threat for Windies, feels Ian Bishop

Bowling great Ian Bishop feels India have emerged as a better Test team when it comes to performing in foreign conditions and that's why West Indies will find it difficult to beat the Virat Kohli-led side in the upcoming two-match Test series in August.
2019-07-31 11:30:48 Read More

IAAF hails 'parity and clarity' after Caster Semenya ruling

A Swiss court ruling that means South African Caster Semenya will be unable to defend her world 800m title in Doha creates much-needed "parity and clarity", world athletics' governing body said Wednesday.
2019-07-31 11:04:21 Read More

Suspended footballer Gharami says 'was not aware of banned substance'

The suspended Delhi Dynamos player Rana Gharami has told the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) and All India Football Federation (AIFF) that he "wasn't aware of the presence of any banned substance" in the medicine that he took to treat fever.
2019-07-31 11:00:21 Read More

Harbhajan's Khel Ratna snub: Punjab minister orders probe into alleged delay

The Punjab government has ordered an inquiry into the allegations levelled by veteran India player Harbhajan Singh that administrative delay on the part of the state's sports department was the reason for the rejection of his nomination for the prestigious Khel Ratna Award.
2019-07-31 10:50:32 Read More

If we lacked vision, Pandya and Bumrah wouldn't have played Tests: MSK

Jasprit Bumrah's superb performance in the Test arena and making a decent Test player out of a T20 slogger like Hardik Pandya would be the lasting legacy of a selection committee accused of "lacking vision", chairman of selectors MSK Prasad has asserted.
2019-07-31 10:27:24 Read More

Live Score: Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, 3rd ODI

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2019-07-31 09:12:04 Read More

Kohli's opinion on Shastri not a diktat for CAC: Gaekwad

Newly formed Cricket Advisory Committee co-member Anshuman Gaekwad has made it clear that they will go in with an open mind when they sit down to interview the short-listed candidates for the head coach position. In a presser ahead of West Indies series, India skipper Kohli had said that the team would be very happy if Shastri continues as the head coach.
2019-07-31 08:42:54 Read More

Thailand Open: Saina Nehwal, Kidambi Srikanth progress

While Saina Nehwal, HS Prannoy had it easy Kidambi Srikanth, Sai Praneeth and Parupalli Kashyap sweated out in the first round. However, Verma brothers - Sourabh and Sameer - suffered first round losses.
2019-07-31 08:35:08 Read More

Will India dump Shastri? Moody among challengers for coach post

India's hunt for a new coach has attracted top international names, including Australian Tom Moody, despite skipper Virat Kohli backing Ravi Shastri to get a new deal, reports said Wednesday. According to reports, former New Zealand coach Mike Hesson, Sri Lanka's Mahela Jayawardene, ex-India player Robin Singh and Zimbabwe coach Lalchand Rajput are all in the race.
2019-07-31 08:28:12 Read More

Mayank Agarwal eyeing maiden Test hundred on Caribbean tour

Mayank Agarwalâ€™s long wait to wear Test whites ended when he got an immediate call-up for the Boxing Day Test against Australia in Melbourne in 2018. Agarwal has played 50 first-class matches, scoring 3964 runs at an average of above 50. He has a triple century to his name and is confident about building on his success by scoring a century on the West Indies tour.
2019-07-31 08:27:16 Read More

Indian and foreign guides confuse wrestlers

Is everything fine within the Indian wrestling coaching community? With less than a year to go for the Tokyo Olympics, there are signs of unease between Indian and foreign coaching staff in the men's freestyle section, especially after the recent selection trials for the senior World Championships which threw up unexpected results.
2019-07-31 06:32:32 Read More

Pakistan pacer Hasan Ali to marry Indian engineer

Pakistan speedster Hasan Ali is set to marry an Indian girl, Shamia Arzoo, who is working as an engineer in Dubai. The wedding is likely to take place at a Dubai hotel on Aug 20. Ali had ruffled Indian feathers with his 'provocative' gestures at the Wagah border last year. Shamia hails from a Haryana village and works as a flight engineer in Emirates Airlines.
2019-07-31 06:08:25 Read More

'Fighter Prithvi will come out of doping setback'

Prithvi Shaw is a "fighter" and will come out of his eight-month doping suspension stronger, says Santosh Pingutkar, who taught him the ABC of cricket long before he became his most famous ward.
2019-07-31 06:06:44 Read More

Lalchand Rajput wants to be Team India head coach

Former India and Mumbai opener Lalchand Rajput on Tuesday applied for the position of head coach of the senior men's national team.
2019-07-31 05:23:39 Read More

Never asked umpires to cancel 4 overthrows: Stokes

Earlier, Stokes's teammate James Anderson had claimed that the all-rounder, who was hugely apologetic the moment the incident happened during England's World Cup final against New Zealand , had appealed to the umpires to overturn their decision.
2019-07-31 05:13:14 Read More

WARRIORS IN WHITE: Indian Test players who have served in the armed forces

Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, an honorary Lt Colonel in the Territorial Army, begins his voluntary stint with the outfit today in J&K during which he'll undertake guard and patrolling duties. Other Test players have also served in the armed forces in various capacities.
2019-07-31 05:03:12 Read More

England seek a 'double' as Australia eye Ashes history

England return to 'Fortress Edgbaston' for the first Test against Australia on Thursday looking to round off an already memorable season by completing a World Cup and Ashes double.
2019-07-31 03:54:05 Read More

We're not being bullied by Virat Kohli and Ravi Shastri: Prasad

A day after batting legend Sunil Gavaskar expressed surprise why Virat Kohli was automatically allowed to continue as the captain and called the selectors "lame ducks," chief selector MSK Prasad defended his panel vigorously. Prasad also denied speculation that Kohli and coach Ravi Shastri have tried to bully the panel on certain decisions.
2019-07-31 03:53:39 Read More

Can play for free for sake of the game: Zimbabwe cricketers

Barred from competing in any ICC event, Zimbabwe's cricketers are willing to play "for free" to keep the game alive in the country, expressing their desperation to compete in the upcoming World Twenty20 Qualifiers.
2019-07-31 03:36:04 Read More

Root & Paine's different paths to Ashes captaincy

One seemed destined to be a Test captain at 23; the other was thrust into the leadership following an extraordinary crisis and not long after he'd thought of quitting cricket.
2019-07-31 03:28:08 Read More

Time for Ajinkya Rahane to rise to the occasion

Ajinkya Rahane has been India's best batsman overseas from 2014 to 2016, but he has been struggling after Aug 2017, since scoring his last Test hundred against Sri Lanka at the SSC. He's played 17 Tests, scored 696 runs at an average of 24.85 since. Ahead of the West Indies series, Kohli strongly backed his test deputy Rahane which will be a morale booster for him.
2019-07-31 03:26:38 Read More

Real's pre-season struggle continues, lose to Spurs

Champions League runners-up Tottenham will play Bayern Munich in Wednesday's final. Real, who lost to Spurs 0-1, will have a chance to find winning form against Fenerbahce who finished their game against Bayern (6-1) in disarray.
2019-07-31 03:15:40 Read More

Real's pre-season struggle continues, lose to Spurs

Did shooting bodies miss the reduced programme offer?

When the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) is advocating a boycott of the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games, it has emerged that the world shooting bodies possibly missed out on an opportunity of getting their sport back to the CWG 2022 programme. Or at least as it appears so.
2019-07-31 03:00:53 Read More

Substance found in cough syrup gets Prithvi Shaw eight-month ban

Indian cricket was hit by its biggest doping scandal on Tuesday evening when the BCCI announced that talented India opener Prithvi Shaw had been slapped with an eight-month ban from all forms of competitive cricket for failing a dope test. Shaw claimed that he 'inadvertently' took the cough syrup, after suffering from cough and cold, at the advice of his father.
2019-07-31 02:51:29 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Wednesday (July 31) that comprise the action from Thailand Open badminton tournament.
2019-07-30 18:45:00 Read More

Semenya to miss Doha World Championship after Swiss court ruling

Caster Semenya will not defend her world 800m title in Doha in September after a Swiss court overruled a suspension on the IAAF's controversial testosterone-curbing regulations, her representatives said Tuesday.
2019-07-30 17:32:14 Read More

Matilda, Sanil set up RP-SG Mavericks' win in UTT

Sweden's World No. 25 Matilda Ekholm and India's Sanil Shetty put up a fine display of attacking table tennis to register a comfortable 10-5 victory for RP-SG Mavericks Kolkata in the UTT on Tuesday.
2019-07-30 16:49:01 Read More

Test regulars Mayank, Umesh set to play as India A eye 2-0 lead

Opener Mayank Agarwal and pacer Umesh Yadav will look to get into the groove when India A take on West Indies A in the second unofficial Test beginning on Wednesday with an aim to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
2019-07-30 16:42:52 Read More

Patrice Evra reveals row with Manchester United chief Woodward

Patrice Evra has revealed he threatened Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward during a heated row over his future at the club in 2014.
2019-07-30 16:35:19 Read More

Brazil police recommend no charges for Neymar in rape case

Brazilian police said on Tuesday they had recommended no rape charges against soccer star Neymar, after a woman he met online said he flew her to Paris and assaulted her in a hotel there.
2019-07-30 16:30:59 Read More

Captain Bhupathi, players seek assurance on security for Pak Davis Cup tie

The Indian tennis players are "excited and available" to travel to Pakistan for the upcoming Davis Cup tie but want to be assured that all the security measures are in place before they reach Islamabad.
2019-07-30 16:22:32 Read More

I will come out faster and stronger, tweets Shaw after ban

Rising Indian star Prithvi Shaw has vowed to come back faster and stronger after being handed an eight-month ban for failing a dope test by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday.
2019-07-30 16:11:24 Read More

Mbappe steals the show as PSG ease to 3-0 win over Sydney

Kylian Mbappe was the star of the show once more for Paris Saint-Germain, scoring an eye-catching first goal as the French champions beat Sydney FC 3-0 on Tuesday in China.
2019-07-30 15:04:05 Read More

BCCI suspends Prithvi Shaw for doping violation

Talented India opener Prithvi Shaw was on Tuesday slapped with an eight-month ban from all forms of competitive cricket for failing a dope test. The 19-year-old Shaw, who has played two Test matches against the West Indies in 2018, was reportedly undergoing rehabilitation for a hip injury. He tested positive for terbutaline during the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 tournament.
2019-07-30 14:43:40 Read More

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Anjum partners with Babuta to win second gold in Sajjan Singh shooting

World Championship silver medallist Anjum Moudgil on Tuesday won her second gold in the Sardar Sajjan Singh Sethi Memorial Masters Shooting Competition, partnering Arjun Babuta in the 10m air rifle mixed team event.
2019-07-30 14:07:48 Read More

Fans to sue after Ronaldo sits out Juventus friendly in Seoul

Soccer fans in South Korea are taking legal action to seek compensation after Cristiano Ronaldo failed to play in a friendly during Juventus' pre-season tour in Seoul last week. Ronaldo had been contracted to play at least 45 minutes against K League All Stars, according to event organisers The Fasta Inc.
2019-07-30 13:39:00 Read More

Langer predicts hostile Ashes reception for Bancroft from England fans

Australia coach Justin Langer says an Ashes return for Cameron Bancroft would be "a great story" but knows he will face a hostile reception from England fans after his ball-tampering ban.
2019-07-30 13:03:18 Read More

England captain Joe Root returns to No. 3 spot for Ashes opener

England batsman Joe Denly confirmed on Tuesday he will drop to number four for England's opening Ashes Test against Australia, with captain Joe Root replacing him at number three in the order.
2019-07-30 12:56:45 Read More

India to miss out on Squash World Championships after SAI fails to approve team in time

An administrative blunder by the Squash Rackets Federation of India (SRFI) has denied the national men's team a chance to compete in the World Championship in Washington from December 15-21.
2019-07-30 12:44:22 Read More

Prajnesh advances in Los Cabos with win over World No. 67 Millman

India's top singles player Prajnesh Gunneswaran stunned world number 67 John Millman, beginning his campaign at the ATP Los Cabos event with a bang.
2019-07-30 10:43:40 Read More

'It's a misconception that you know more if you've played more'

National chairman of selectors MSK Prasad said that he doesn't believe "you know more when you have played more", hitting back at his detractors for constantly demeaning his panel owing to its modest international record. Prasad spoke on a variety of issues ranging from the jibes on his stature (his Test record is six matches) and the allegations that the team management bullies him.
2019-07-30 10:42:20 Read More

Dhoni to start guard duty in Kashmir as honorary lieutenant colonel

Indian cricket star Mahendra Singh Dhoni starts patrol duties in Jammu and Kashmir from Wednesday to discharge his responsibilities as an honorary lieutenant colonel in the territorial army, the military said.
2019-07-30 10:01:30 Read More

Du Plessis backs World Test Championship to boost five-day game

South Africa captain Faf du Plessis believes the new World Test Championship will add "proper context" to the five-day game and has backed the introduction of the global league as a step forward for the sport.
2019-07-30 09:14:33 Read More

Imam-ul-Haq apologises for involvement in online scandal with multiple women

After drawing flak from all quarters for being involved in an online scandal with multiple women, Pakistan batsman Imam-ul-Haq has tendered an unconditional apology to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
2019-07-30 09:05:27 Read More

Yuzvendra was very naughty as a child: Chahal's mother

That Indian leg spinner Yuzvendra Chahal was once a chess player is no secret. He was in fact at one time a junior National champion. TimesofIndia.com spoke with Yuzvendra's parents and one of his childhood friends to understand exactly how the Indian cricketer, who always wanted to pursue cricket began playing chess and then switched his focus back to cricket.
2019-07-30 08:54:14 Read More

Sanjay Manjrekar disagrees with Sunil Gavaskar; backs Virat Kohli

Former batsman Sanjay Manjrekar is not in line with Sunil Gavaskar questioning the role of the selection committee and the continuation of Virat Kohli as India captain following the team's World Cup exit in the semis. Manjrekar on Monday tweeted: "...No, India did not put in a 'much below par WC performance', they won 7& lost two. Last one very narrowly."
2019-07-30 07:42:02 Read More

India's proposed CWG 2022 boycott: What the athletes feel

Last month, the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) recommended the inclusion of three new sports to its programme for the 2022 Commonwealth Games (CWG) in Birmingham, and one of the sports on which the axe fell consequently was shooting. The decision irked the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), which has now threatened to pull out of the Games.
2019-07-30 06:58:28 Read More

India search for a coach good at man-management, planning

BCCI has invited applications for head coach and support staff positions for the men's side, with incumbent Ravi Shastri and his team given automatic entry in the recruitment process. The application deadline is Tuesday. The contract of the current coaching staff was set to expire after the World Cup but it was extended till the tour of the West Indies.
2019-07-30 06:51:20 Read More

New Zealand add Samaraweera to support staff for Sri Lanka Tests

New Zealand Cricket added former Sri Lanka batsman and batting coach Thilan Samaraweera to their support staff on Tuesday for next month's two-Test series in the island country.
2019-07-30 06:28:26 Read More

Rana Daggubati to produce Muttiah Muralitharan biopic

Actor Rana Daggubati is set to produce the biopic on celebrated cricketer Muttiah Muralitharan, the makers announced on Tuesday.
2019-07-30 06:12:59 Read More

US Soccer says women's team has made more than the men

Facing mounting public pressure in a fight over equitable pay, U.S. Soccer said the World Cup champion women's national team has been paid more than the men's team.
2019-07-30 05:44:43 Read More

Arthur not surprised by Amir's Test retirement, says ban had damaged it

Pakistan head coach Mickey Arthur is not surprised by Mohammed Amir's decision to retire from Tests at the age of 27 as he feels the pacer's career in the longest format was considerably damaged by the spot-fixing ban he served.
2019-07-30 05:15:55 Read More

'Hungrier' David Warner out of exile and targeting Ashes tons

Some 17 months on, with his rehabilitation after a one-year ball-tampering ban apparently completed, David Warner will return to the Test arena at Edgbaston on Thursday at the start of his sixth Ashes series. The opener has kept his own counsel on the Newlands incident since that media conference and preferred to let his bat do the talking on the road back from perdition.
2019-07-30 04:57:37 Read More

Pro Kabaddi League: Pirates edge Thalaivas in thriller

Despite the fact that the most successful raider in VIVO Pro Kabaddi League history, Pardeep Narwal, failed to claim his first and only point until the 36th minute of the encounter, three-time champions Patna Pirates managed to edge past Tamil Thalaivas 24-23 at the National Sports Club of India on Monday evening.
2019-07-30 04:29:19 Read More

Five memorable Ashes series

England and Australia begin the latest edition of the Ashes at Edgbaston on Thursday, with the home side looking to wrestle back the urn.
2019-07-30 04:03:11 Read More

Virat Kohli wants Ravi Shastri to continue as coach

Captain Virat Kohli and coach Ravi Shastri have always struck an excellent partnership ever since 2015 when Shastri was the Team director and Kohli first took over Indian cricket's reins in Test cricket Down Under.
2019-07-30 03:32:40 Read More

Ashes 2019: England have nothing to lose by opening with Jason Roy

Whether Jason Roy turns out to be an inspired choice to open in the Ashes or fails miserably to transfer his one-day form to Tests is almost an irrelevance, such have been England's struggles at the top of the order in recent years.
2019-07-30 03:21:52 Read More

Sunil Gavaskar questions Virat Kohli's position as captain post World Cup

Former Indian allrounder and 1983 World Cup-winning skipper Kapil Dev was sacked as captain after the loss to England in the 1987 World Cup semis. Former captain Sunil Gavaskar - who was sacked after losing the 1982-83 series to Pak 0-3, feels that Kohli should have at least been questioned or his captaincy reviewed following India's defeat in World Cup 2019.
2019-07-30 03:17:31 Read More

Andy Murray 'quite close' to singles return

Three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray says he is "quite close" to being able to play singles matches and a "best-case scenario" could see it happen at Cincinnati in two weeks.
2019-07-30 02:58:34 Read More

Virat Kohli slams reports of rift with Rohit Sharma as 'baffling and untrue'

Skipper Virat Kohli has slammed reports of a rift with Rohit Sharma. "I have also heard a lot in the last few days. We get to hear from the outside only. In my opinion, it's baffling â€¦ to be honest. It is absolutely ridiculous to read such stuff that comes out," Kohli said adding that all this becomes pretty puzzling "when lies begin to start floating around".
2019-07-30 02:52:40 Read More

Brazil police end Neymar rape probe over lack of evidence

Police in Brazil probing rape allegations against football superstar Neymar have closed the case due to a lack of evidence, the Sao Paulo attorney general's office said Monday. The police decision will be sent to prosecutors on Tuesday, who will have 15 days to evaluate the case, a spokeswoman for the attorney general's office said.
2019-07-30 02:45:08 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Tuesday (July 30) that comprise the action from Thailand Open badminton tournament.
2019-07-29 18:45:00 Read More

PKL: Bengal Warriors beat Puneri Paltan 43-23

Bengal Warriors produced a commanding display as they beat Puneri Paltan 43-23 in a Pro Kabaddi League Season 7 match on Monday.
2019-07-29 17:20:04 Read More

Refugees train under Olympic champion shooter Campriani

Khaoula, Luna and Mahdi, survivors from war and having taken refuge in other countries, are trying to tell the world, and more importantly, themselves, that these words can sit alongside each other, can co-habit peacefully without one being the aggressor and the other victim.
2019-07-29 17:16:27 Read More

Para World Cup: Records for pistol shooters Jakhar, Narwal

Indian Para-shooters Rahul Jakhar and Manish Narwal did a 1-2 at the men's 10m air pistol podium of the Para World Cup in Osijek, Croatia, on Monday. The Indians, in the process, also rewrote finals World Records.
2019-07-29 16:57:35 Read More

PKL: Patna Pirates notch a narrow win against Tamil Thalaivas

Patna Pirates beat Tamil Thalaivas 24-23 in a thrilling match of the Pro Kabaddi League season seven on Monday.
2019-07-29 16:42:16 Read More

No one communicated to me that I needed rest: Kohli

Virat Kohli on Monday said that there was no communication either from the former physio and trainer of the Indian team with regards to skipping the shorter formats during the upcoming West Indies tour.
2019-07-29 16:21:56 Read More

Shooting should get permanent status in CWG: Heena Sidhu

Shooting "can die soon" if it is excluded from global events, pistol ace Heena Sidhu said on Monday, in the wake of the Indian Olympic Association's proposal to boycott the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games for dropping the sport from its roster.
2019-07-29 16:01:10 Read More

Sindhu pulls out of Thailand Open; Saina back on circuit

It's learnt that PV Sindhu has withdrawn as she wants to focus more on getting ready for the next month's World Championships. The ace shuttler secured enough points from her outing in Indonesia and Japan.
2019-07-29 15:26:46 Read More

Exciting opportunity for new guys in limited overs format: Kohli

India skipper Virat Kohli on Monday said it will be a "very exciting opportunity" for the likes of Chahar brothers and Navdeep Saini to make a mark in the limited overs format during the upcoming tour of the West Indies.
2019-07-29 15:23:13 Read More

Had reservation about travelling to Pak, but not any more: Prajnesh

After reaching a career-high ranking of 75 only in April earlier this year and getting direct entry to both French Open and the Wimbledon, Prajnesh Gunneswaran seems to have hit a rough patch. Prajnesh has now plummeted to 90 in world rankings and has suffered five first-round exits in the last six tournaments he has played in.
2019-07-29 14:17:57 Read More

Anjum Moudgil shoots above world record at Masters Meet

Anjum Moudgil, representing Punjab, shot well above the finals world record to win the women's 10m Air Rifle gold on day one of the XII Sardar Sajjan Singh Sethi Memorial Masters shooting competition on Monday.
2019-07-29 14:16:01 Read More

Anjum Moudgil shoots down world record at national meet

Ben Stokes proud to be England Test vice-captain again

Ben Stokes has revealed the pride he felt after being reinstated as England's Test vice-captain ahead of the Ashes series starting this week.
2019-07-29 14:06:39 Read More

Will be happy with Ravi bhai continuing as coach, says Virat Kohli

Captain Virat Kohli on Monday said he is in favour of Ravi Shastri continuing as the coach of the Indian cricket team despite the criticism that followed their semi-final ouster from the ICC World Cup.
2019-07-29 13:52:24 Read More

'If I don't like somebody, it shows on my face': Kohli denies rift with Rohit

Indian captain Virat Kohli dismissed speculations of a rift with Rohit Sharma calling the reports ridiculous and baffling lies and insisting that he has no issues with his deputy. After India's ouster from the World Cup, there were claims that Rohit and Kohli are not seeing eye to eye. Kohli, however, insisted that his relationship with Rohit is fine.
2019-07-29 13:32:06 Read More

Hamilton heads home from Hockenheim with gift-wrapped two points

Lewis Hamilton was cancelling all engagements and planning to fly home and rest late Sunday night when he was handed a gift-wrapped ninth place and two precious points after a tumultuous German Grand Prix.
2019-07-29 12:28:58 Read More

Hamilton heads home from Hockenheim with gift-wrapped two points

Atlanta winner Alex de Minaur climbs into ATP top 30

Australia's Alex de Minaur makes his return to the ATP top 30 on the strength of his win in Atlanta in the latest rankings published on Monday.
2019-07-29 12:16:02 Read More

Expect West Indies to give tough competition to India: Vivian Richards

West Indies legend Vivian Richards is pinning his hopes on the current team to pose a tough challenge to Virat Kohli's battle-hardened outfit in the upcoming assignments in the Caribbean.
2019-07-29 11:43:57 Read More

Injured Lacazette hopes to make Arsenal's Premier League opener

Alexandre Lacazette hopes to be fit for Arsenal's EPL opener at Newcastle after suffering an ankle injury. Lacazette was forced to limp out of Arsenal's 2-1 Emirates Cup pre-season friendly defeat against Lyon and left the stadium with a protective boot on his foot.
2019-07-29 11:21:33 Read More

Dhruv Chand Jurel to lead India colts in Youth Asia Cup

Uttar Pradesh's young wicketkeeper-batsman Dhruv Chand Jurel will lead India U-19 in the upcoming Youth Asia Cup in Sri Lanka from September 3-15.
2019-07-29 10:49:40 Read More

Dipa Karmakar fighting time to be fit for Tokyo Olympics: Coach

Ace gymnast Dipa Karmakar's rehabilitation will take more time, said her coach Bisweswar Nandi casting a long shadow over her participation in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
2019-07-29 10:36:46 Read More

Pravin Amre in fray for India batting coach

Former India batsman and current Delhi Capitals talent scout Pravin Amre has thrown his hat in the ring for the position of India's batting coach.
2019-07-29 09:57:50 Read More

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Immigrants, cricket and Europe: Can one league unite a continent?

After hosting the UEFA Champions League final in June, Spain will once again host a final on July 31. It will be another final to crown the champions of Europe. But this won't be a football game. This is the European Cricket League (ECL), which is currently underway in Spain. Eight different countries, which are usually united by football will vie for the crown of champions of European cricket via their clubs.
2019-07-29 08:56:00 Read More

Harendra Singh applies for post of Junior India Men's hockey coach

A day after Hockey India (HI) extended the deadline to apply for the post of India's junior men's coach, it has been learnt that 2016 junior World Cup-winning coach Harendra Singh has thrown his hat in the ring.
2019-07-29 07:57:07 Read More

It will be dream come true to play alongside Deepak: Rahul

Leg-spinner Rahul Chahar made cricket experts and fans sit up and take notice when he foxed rival batsmen during the 2019 Indian Premier League. Chahar was one of the regular picks in the Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians team, playing 13 matches and taking 13 wickets, at an average of 23.69.
2019-07-29 07:53:58 Read More

ICC World Test Championship will add context to five-day game: Virat Kohli

The inaugural edition will see top nine Test teams fight for the top honours in 71 Test matches across 27 series over the next two years. "We are awaiting the ICC World Test Championship with great enthusiasm as it adds context to the longest format of the game," India captain Virat Kohli said.
2019-07-29 07:14:56 Read More

PV Sindhu continues title quest in Thailand Open

The successive losses to Japan's Akane Yamaguchi have been disappointing but Indian ace P V Sindhu will have to put it all behind when she renews her chase for a maiden title this year in the Thailand Open badminton tournament, starting here on Tuesday.
2019-07-29 06:58:59 Read More

How the World Test Championship will work

The World Cup hangover is over and it's now time for a new battle. The inaugural edition of the World Test Championship will kick off with the upcoming Ashes series from August 1 in Edgbaston.
2019-07-29 06:45:09 Read More

Bad week for Phelps: Highs and lows of world swimming championships

From Caeleb Dressel's relentless pursuit of gold to the record-breaking exploits of Adam Peaty and Hungary's Kristof Milak, we look at the best of the world swimming championships in Gwangju
2019-07-29 06:37:27 Read More

Santner back as New Zealand name four spinners for Sri Lanka Tests

Mitchell Santner, who last played a Test in December 2017, returned to the longest format as one of the four frontline spinners in the New Zealand squad for next month's two-match series in Sri Lanka.
2019-07-29 05:46:42 Read More

Robin Singh questions Ravi Shastri's coaching credentials

Former all-rounder Robin Singh has taken a dig at Ravi Shastri, saying Team India has lost two successive semi-finals under the current head coach and thereby a change needs to be made in the coaching set-up.
2019-07-29 05:04:41 Read More

Alex de Minaur dominates Taylor Fritz to lift Atlanta ATP title

Australia's Alex de Minaur captured his second ATP title in dominant style Sunday, dropping just 10 points on serve in a 6-3, 7-6 (7/2) triumph over Taylor Fritz in a battle of rising stars in Atlanta.
2019-07-29 04:45:46 Read More

Cottrell salutes Dhoni's 'inspirational love for country'

West Indies pacer Sheldon Cottrell has praised veteran Indian wicketkeeper-batsman MS Dhoni for his dedication and love for the Indian Army. Cottrell, who is a soldier in the Jamaican Defence Force, took to Twitter and said that Dhoni is an inspiration figure both on and off the field.
2019-07-29 04:21:01 Read More

'My greatest victory': Egan Bernal hails Tour de France triumph

Egan Bernal clinched victory in the Tour de France on Sunday, parading into Paris safely in the overall leader's yellow jersey, becoming the first Colombian winner of cycling's greatest prize and its youngest in more than a century.
2019-07-29 03:19:56 Read More

Test Championship gives India chance to ease World Cup pain

When India play the West Indies in the first of two Tests in Antigua from August 22, they would launch their bid for the inaugural World Test Championship - the ICC's ambitious plan to revamp Test cricket. Over a period of two years, the top nine Test playing nations will slug it out for one coveted prize in their bid to become the undisputed champion in Tests.
2019-07-29 03:00:03 Read More

NRAI backs IOA's CWG boycott call; Bindra, Narang differ

A day after the IOA wrote a letter to the sports minister, proposing to boycott the quadrennial multi-disciplinary competition, NRAI secretary Rajiv Bhatia said they stand by the IOA as taking an aggressive stance was the only way to force the hosts to "rethink".
2019-07-28 17:19:24 Read More

2nd ODI: Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh by seven wickets to seal series

Sri Lanka defeated Bangladesh by seven wickets in the second one-day international to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in a three-match series in Colombo on Sunday.
2019-07-28 17:14:26 Read More

PKL: Dabang Delhi continue winning run, beat Haryana Steelers

Dabang Delhi continued their winning run in the seventh season of the Pro Kabaddi League after defeating Haryana Steelers 41-21 in lop-sided game on Sunday.
2019-07-28 16:16:23 Read More

Cricket is no more only a men's sport: Lisa Sthalekar

The door lying ajar has been knocked open. Popular as the gentleman's game, cricket today is welcoming women who love to play and discuss the sport, believes former Australian cricketer and commentator Lisa Sthalekar.
2019-07-28 15:53:31 Read More

Sarita Mor shocks Pooja Dhanda, easy win for Vinesh Phogat

Vinesh Phogat and Sakshi Malik were expectedly not troubled but World championship bronze medallist Pooja Dhanda was sensationally knocked out by Sarita Mor in the World Championship trials on Sunday.
2019-07-28 15:37:54 Read More

New Zealand's All Blacks team takes a dig at ICC

New Zealand's All Blacks took a dig at the International Cricket Council's boundary count back rule after the national rugby team retained the Freedom Cup following a draw against South Africa.
2019-07-28 15:37:03 Read More

Max Verstappen wins crazy German Grand Prix

Red Bull's Max Verstappen won a wet and crazily chaotic German Grand Prix littered with crashes and safety car periods on Sunday with Mercedes' Formula One leader Lewis Hamilton failing to score.
2019-07-28 15:27:53 Read More

Abhinav Bindra not in favour of boycotting 2022 CWG

Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra said that boycotting the 2022 Commonwealth Games is not an option and advised the Indian Olympic Association to 'load' the CWG panels with more of their people so that, in future, shooting is not excluded from the Games. IOA chief Narinder Batra had proposed that India should boycott the 2022 CWG over exclusion of shooting from the roster.
2019-07-28 15:19:50 Read More

US set world record, claim women's 4x100m medley relay gold

The United States set a world record of three minutes and 50.40 seconds in the women's 4x100m medley relay final at the world championships on Sunday.
2019-07-28 14:10:53 Read More

Global T20 Canada: Yuvraj shows old self with crisp 35

India's 2011 World Cup hero Yuvraj Singh, who recently called it a day from international cricket, showed he still has fire in his belly with a belligerent 21-ball 35 as his team Toronto Nationals registered a thrilling win against Edmonton Royals in their second match of Global T20 Canada on Saturday.
2019-07-28 13:46:27 Read More

Kumble-led ICC Cricket Committee to discuss boundary count back rule

Geoff Allardice, the ICC's general manager of cricket, said the committee will discuss issues concerning the World Cup final, including the controversial boundary count back rule, in its next meeting. England were adjudged the winners of the World Cup on the basis of their superior boundary count - 22 fours and two sixes - to New Zealand's 17 after the match ended in a tie.
2019-07-28 13:40:31 Read More

India set to announce Davis Cup squad for Pakistan tie by Aug 5

Pakistan-bound Indian Davis Cup squad will be announced by August 5, more than a month in advance for the September 14-15 Group I Asia/Oceania fixture in Lahore, AITA secretary general Hironmoy Chatterjee said on Sunday.
2019-07-28 13:05:50 Read More

Hungarian swimmer arrested on harassment charge at world championships

Hungarian swimmer Tamas Kenderesi, who has been competing at the world championships in South Korea, has been banned from leaving the country after being arrested for sexual harassment, police said on Sunday.
2019-07-28 12:31:00 Read More

Hungarian swimmer arrested on harassment charge at world championships

Bayliss admits 'stern' chat with England Test players

Coach Trevor Bayliss admitted on Sunday he had a "stern chat" with England's players after they rallied to avoid an embarrassing Test defeat to Ireland.
2019-07-28 12:17:04 Read More

Boycott is a strong word to use, says Heena Sidhu on 2022 CWG

"I know boycott is a very strong word to use because for one sport we can not let others suffer. But at the same time, if we do not stand for shooting now, it could happen to some other sport," Sidhu said. Her remarks came after IOA president Narinder Batra wrote to sports minister Kiren Rijiju, urging him to boycott the 2022 CWG due to the exclusion of shooting.
2019-07-28 12:14:04 Read More

We want India to participate in 2022 CWG: CGF official

The Commonwealth Games Federation on Sunday said it "absolutely" wants India to participate in the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games after the IOA wrote to the government, proposing a boycott for dropping shooting from the roster.
2019-07-28 11:13:22 Read More

Indians not going out, foreigners might come in for Olympic boxing training

Athletes heading off to foreign shores to prepare themselves for the Olympics is common in India. But boxing is set to buck the trend in the run-up to the qualifiers for next year's Tokyo Games to prevent any "travel-related burnouts".
2019-07-28 11:02:43 Read More

Liverpool sign 16-year-old Harvey Elliott from Fulham

Elliott, who left Craven Cottage after his youth contract expired in June, became the youngest player to feature in the Premier League when he appeared for relegated Fulham against Wolverhampton Wanderers aged 16 years and 30 days in May.
2019-07-28 10:51:21 Read More

Mary Kom wins gold in style ahead of World Championships

Six-time world champion MC Mary Kom claimed the gold medal without breaking a sweat in the 23rd President's Cup, asserting her supremacy in a lop-sided 51kg bout final in Labuan Bajo, Indonesia on Sunday.
2019-07-28 10:23:12 Read More

We are with IOA, says NRAI on 2022 CWG boycott plan

The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) has backed the Indian Olympic Association's proposal to completely boycott the 2022 Commonwealth Games, for excluding shooting from the sporting event.
2019-07-28 09:03:48 Read More

Getting in and out of the side isn't a good pattern: Shreyas Iyer

"If you keep coming in and going out (of the team), it doesn't really set a good pattern for one's self and you start disbelieving yourself," feels the Mumbaikar, who has played six ODIs and an equal number of T20 internationals. Having stacked up consistent performances at domestic level, Iyer said that at times one tends to lose patience but the only mantra is to perform.
2019-07-28 08:43:23 Read More

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2019-07-28 07:48:14 Read More

AIFF keeps Super Cup on hold

For two years now, the Super Cup was held at the end of the season, drawing lukewarm response. But plans by the All India Football Federation to hold the tournament prior to the beginning of the I-League and ISL have now been kept on hold.
2019-07-28 06:08:31 Read More

Arthur should make way for others to take Pakistan cricket forward: Qadir

Spin legend Abdul Qadir doesn't want South African Mickey Arthur to continue as Pakistan's head coach, saying it's time others should be given a chance to take the national team forward.
2019-07-28 06:07:09 Read More

Mohammad Amir planning to settle down in UK: Source

Left-arm Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir, who quit Test cricket recently, is planning to obtain a British passport and settle down in the United Kingdom, a source said. Amir has been married to a British national, Nargis Malik since September, 2016 and is eligible for a spouse visa, which allows him to stay in England for 30 months.
2019-07-28 05:30:04 Read More

AITA confirms India's Pakistan visit for Davis Cup tie

Indian team will travel to Pakistan for the first time in 55 years to participate in the Davis Cup. All India Tennis Association confirmed the Indian team's participation, while elaborating that the tournament is not a bilateral series and India has to abide by the IOC charter.
2019-07-28 05:03:30 Read More

Sports Min promises full support in Olympic preps

Latest in Rijiju's series of initiatives is the formation of a 10-member committee, which includes ministry, SAI and Indian Olympic Association (IOA) officials, apart from celebrated Olympians Gagan Narang and Leander Paes, to take stock of Indiaâ€™s preparedness for Tokyo and identify shortcomings, if any.
2019-07-28 04:44:11 Read More

IOA ready to move National Games out of Goa

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) is convinced that the state government does not have the "will or commitment" to host the National Games and has now threatened to move the multi-discipline event out of Goa.
2019-07-28 04:10:04 Read More

My execution & game-awareness has improved: Sundar

The off-spinning all-rounder is part of India's T20I squad for the West Indies tour and has so far played seven T20Is and one ODI. The 19-year-old is one of the four spinners in the squad, alongside Ravindra Jadeja, Krunal Pandya and rookie Rahul Chahar.
2019-07-28 03:31:19 Read More

Ashes contest too close to call, says former Australia captain Steve Waugh

Steve Waugh says the Ashes are too close to call as England and Australia prepare to resume battle, with the visitors seeking their first away win in the series for 18 years. With the exception of the 2010/11 series in Australia, which England won 3-1, home advantage has been decisive since Waugh's side triumphed 4-1 away in 2001.
2019-07-28 03:12:44 Read More

Baggy Green cap inspires Cameron Bancroft's return to Test duty

Australia opener Cameron Bancroft made sure he would be ready for an Ashes recall by packing his Baggy Green cap when he headed to England for a county stint with Durham.
2019-07-28 03:03:19 Read More

Baggy Green cap inspires Cameron Bancroft's return to Test duty

Two U-19 footballers panic, jump off cable car

Two players of India's under-19 football team escaped with hairline fractures after they panicked and jumped off a cable car ride at their team hotel in Turkey. The players panicked when the cable car they were riding stopped midway, prompting them to jump off. The India under-19 team is in Turkey preparing for the AFC U-19 Championship Qualifiers.
2019-07-28 02:53:59 Read More

Trevor Bayliss hopes Jason Roy can solve England's top order problems

England coach Trevor Bayliss accepts the Test side's top order has been their Achilles heel "for the last six or seven years" as he looks to World Cup winner Jason Roy to make a success of the position during the Ashes.
2019-07-28 02:41:32 Read More

Extra mile: Indian women strike gold on global stage

Indian women have been making an impact in the international arena regularly now, and the last few months have been particularly prolific, fueling hopes of a good show at the Tokyo Olympics. From Hima Dasâ€™ golden run to the weightlifting contingent reigning supreme at the Commonwealth Championships, the women athletes seem set to challenge the world.
2019-07-27 19:30:00 Read More

IOA chief Batra reveals boycotting 2022 CWG is an option

Indian Olympic Association prez Narinder Batra in a mail to the sports minister Kiren Rijiju made it clear that the IOA members have had internal discussions about India considering to pull out of the 2022 Commonwealth Games. He said that some of the colleagues in IOA also agree with these views first expressed by IOA Secretary-General (Rajeev Mehta) in a press statement.
2019-07-27 13:08:13 Read More

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Women's trial will be competitive: National wrestling coach

It's not going to be a cakewalk for the top wrestlers when the World Championship trials for women will be held on Sunday, national coach Kuldeep Malik said on Saturday.
2019-07-27 11:50:14 Read More

Sunil Chhetri rues lack of top-class facilities during his growing days

Indian football captain Sunil Chhetri on Saturday lamented that he did not have access to top-class facilities during his growing days but felt the situation has been changing in the country.
2019-07-27 11:10:47 Read More

World Cup-winner Jofra Archer in England squad for Ashes opener

Uncapped fast bowler Jofra Archer has been included in England's 14-man squad announced on Saturday for next week's Ashes opener against Australia, with all-rounder Ben Stokes re-appointed as vice-captain.
2019-07-27 10:48:28 Read More

SAI expels international medal-winning archer, coach from national camp

A World Championships bronze medal-winning archer was on Saturday expelled from the junior national camp at Sports Authority of India's Rohtak centre after it was found that she had gone home from the camp without seeking official permission.
2019-07-27 10:39:59 Read More

You peak at 27: Wasim Akram tells Mohammad Amir post Test retirement

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram has expressed disappointment at Mohammad Amir's decision to retire from Test cricket at a young age.
2019-07-27 09:53:59 Read More

Australia's Shayna Jack admits to positive dope test

Shayna Jack, who withdrew from the Australia team for the swimming world championships, admitted to testing positive for a banned substance on Saturday. The 20-year-old freestyle swimmer, who won two relay silvers and a bronze at the 2017 world championships, made the admission in an Instagram post.
2019-07-27 08:59:24 Read More

Endured 'excruciating' pain during World Cup: Jofra Archer

England pacer Jofra Archer, who played an instrumental role in the country's maiden World Cup win, has revealed that he was in "excruciating pain" and was unable to play without painkillers during the second half of the showpiece event.
2019-07-27 07:31:46 Read More

Australia greats baffled by Alex Carey Ashes squad omission

Alex Carey's omission from the Ashes sqaud was met with disbelief Saturday by former Australian greats Mark Waugh and Shane Warne, while Mark Taylor said he was surprised Joe Burns and Kurtis Patterson missed out.
2019-07-27 06:53:54 Read More

'Always admired you': Jasprit Bumrah on Lasith Malinga

As pacer Lasith Malinga bid adieu to One-day International (ODI) cricket, Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah thanked the Sri Lankan for his contribution to cricket, confessing that he has always admired him.
2019-07-27 05:48:18 Read More

â€˜Neymar has given amateurs like us an opportunityâ€™

Charnel Deâ€™Almeida is not a fan of Neymar. But having had the chance to be part of an Indian team that has just returned from competing in the Red Bull Neymar Jrâ€™s Five 2019 World Finals, the 21-year-old Andheri resident will be eternally grateful to the controversial Brazilian striker.
2019-07-27 05:16:03 Read More

B Sai Praneeth loses to Kento Momota in semi-final of Japan Open

India's campaign at the ongoing Japan Open came to an end as B. Sai Praneeth lost his men's singles semifinal clash to World no. 1 Kento Momota at the 750,000 dollars tournament on Saturday. Praneeth lost 18-21, 12-21 to Momota in a match that lasted 45 minutes
2019-07-27 05:14:08 Read More

PKL: Dismal show by Telugu Titans; Gujarat Fortunegiants thump UP Yoddha

Telugu Titans ended their home campaign on a disastrous note. Their 34-22 defeat to Patna Pirates on Friday was their fourth consecutive loss in Pro Kabaddi League Season 7 at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium here. Earlier, two-time runners-up Gujarat Fortunegiants continued their impressive run by trouncing UP Yoddha 44-19.
2019-07-27 05:01:37 Read More

IOA pulls out of Commonwealth meeting over shooting's exclusion

India has pulled out of the Commonwealth Games Federationâ€™s (CGF) general assembly to be held in September, mounting pressure on the Birmingham 2022 CWG organisers to reintroduce shooting in the Games programme.
2019-07-27 04:10:31 Read More

Christian Coleman blazes to victory at US championships

Christian Coleman swept to victory in the 100 metres at the US championships on Friday, booking his place at this year's World Championships with a commanding performance.
2019-07-27 04:08:11 Read More

Atletico humble Real Madrid 7-3 in friendly

Diego Costa scored four goals as Atletico Madrid embarrassed La Liga rivals Real Madrid 7-3 Friday in a pre-season friendly at MetLife Stadium. Costa had a hat-trick by halftime and added one more goal before he was sent off in the 63rd, when both teams were reduced to 10 men after a testy shoving match.
2019-07-27 04:08:02 Read More

Gareth Bale set for 'one million pound a week' Jiangsu Suning move: Reports

Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale was Friday on the verge of signing a "Â£1 million a week" deal with Chinese Super League outfit Jiangsu Suning, reports claimed.
2019-07-27 03:58:21 Read More

We cannot implement FIFA recommendations now: AIFF

World governing body FIFAâ€™s move to seek an update on Indian footballâ€™s current imbroglio has forced the All India Football Federation to concede for the first time that it is facing â€œa crisisâ€.
2019-07-27 03:43:48 Read More

Was there a plot to injure Bajrang Punia during trials?

Sources told TOI that there was a strong possibility of a fellow grappler harming Bajrang Punia, but a timely tip-off by the menâ€™s freestyle coaches led to the federation stopping the wrestler from competing in Bajrangâ€™s weight category â€“ 65kg. The wrestler under suspicion had come for his mandatory weigh-in at 6am on Friday, but the federation did not allow him to take it.
2019-07-27 03:12:56 Read More

Shami's US visa gets rejected initially, approved after BCCI letter: Source

Senior Indian speedster Mohammed Shami's US visa got rejected due to his existing police record on charges of domestic violence and adultery, and the BCCI had to step in to his rescue, according to a BCCI source.
2019-07-27 03:03:16 Read More

FIFA secretary general Fatma Samoura joins campaign to expand women's World Cup

FIFA secretary general Fatma Samoura has backed her boss Gianni Infantino and recommended the women's World Cup be expanded to 32 teams, according to documents seen by AFP on Friday.
2019-07-27 02:42:43 Read More

Rohit Sharma 'unfollows' Anushka Sharma, sparks talk of rift in team

Hushed whispers of a "rift" between captain Virat Kohli and his deputy in the ODI and T20 teams, Rohit Sharma, have turned into open speculation after Rohit â€˜unfollowedâ€™ the Instagram account of actor Anushka Sharma, Kohli's wife.
2019-07-27 02:39:34 Read More

'My time is over': Lasith Malinga signs off in style as Sri Lanka crush Bangladesh

Lasith Malinga shone in his farewell match after Kusal Perera struck a quick-fire century as Sri Lanka crushed Bangladesh by 91 runs in the first one-day of a three-match series in Colombo on Friday.
2019-07-27 02:18:47 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Saturday (July 27) that comprise action from the Japan Open BWF World Tour Super 750 event.
2019-07-26 18:45:00 Read More

1st ODI: Malinga signs off in style as SL beat Bangladesh by 91 runs

Fast bowler Lasith Malinga said goodbye to one-day cricket in style as his devastating opening spell helped Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh by 91 runs on Friday.
2019-07-26 17:49:32 Read More

High level committee formed to prepare for 2020, 2024 Olympics

A high level 10-member committee has been constituted on Friday under the chairmanship of sports minister Kiren Rijiju to coordinate and strategise the preparation for the 2020 and 2024 Olympics.
2019-07-26 17:36:47 Read More

Bernal takes Tour de France lead as hailstorm stops stage

Colombian Egan Bernal was catapulted into the overall lead of the Tour de France in dramatic circumstances on Friday as the 19th stage of the race, effectively the penultimate stage, was stopped early because of a hail storm.
2019-07-26 16:07:10 Read More

We need to focus more on Olympic sports: Kiren Rijiju

Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju on Friday said for India to become a sporting powerhouse, the country's athletes will have to win more medals in mega events and inspire youth to take up Olympic sports.
2019-07-26 15:43:13 Read More

Para World Cup: Teenage shooter Avani wins 10m air rifle silver

Avani Lekhara clinched 10m air rifle silver at the Para shooting World Cup in Osijek, Croatia. Avani, 18, has already won a quota place for the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics and on Thursday, she shot 248.2 in the final (R2 10m rifle women SH1) for the second place.
2019-07-26 15:05:45 Read More

Chris Gayle named in West Indies ODI squad for India series

Veteran opener Chris Gayle was on Friday named in the West Indies squad for the three-match ODI series against India, beginning August 8 at Guyana National Stadium. Ahead of the England series in March, Gayle had said that he planned to retire following the ODI World Cup but he changed his mind during the tournament and has made himself available for this series.
2019-07-26 14:39:32 Read More

IOA pulls out of CGF Assembly to protest dropping of shooting from 2022 CWG

The Indian Olympic Association on Friday pulled out of the Commonwealth Games Federation's General Assembly in September to protest the dropping of shooting from the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games roster.
2019-07-26 13:56:53 Read More

No review of India's World Cup performance: CoA chief

The Committee of Administrators (CoA) chief Vinod Rai on Friday said there is no meeting planned to review India's performance in the World Cup. India, who went into the World Cup as one of the favourites, were handed a heartbreaking defeat by New Zealand in the semifinals.
2019-07-26 13:39:24 Read More

Aiming for a singles medal in 2024 Olympics: Manika Batra

India's leading table tennis player Manika Batra on Friday said she doesn't want to burden herself ahead of the next year's Tokyo Games and is instead targeting a singles medal at the 2024 Olympics.
2019-07-26 13:38:34 Read More

England bowl out Ireland for 38 to seal victory in one-off Test

On a murky morning, Ireland made a dream start when Stuart Thompson ended England's second innings on 303 with the first ball of the day, clean bowling Olly Stone. But the wheels fell off in dramatic fashion as Ireland posted lowest-ever Test innings total at Lord's and collapsed to 38 all out to lose by 143 runs, ending all hopes to beat England at Lord's.
2019-07-26 13:25:47 Read More

Defending champion Simone Manuel storms to world 100m freestyle gold

American Simone Manuel destroyed a quality field to retain her 100 metres freestyle world title on Friday. The Olympic champion clocked 52.04 seconds in Gwangju with Australian Cate Campbell pipping Sweden's Sarah Sjostrom to the silver medal.
2019-07-26 13:22:30 Read More

Caeleb Dressel smashes Michael Phelps' 100m butterfly world record

American Caeleb Dressel broke the world record in the men's 100 metres butterfly Friday, obliterating Michael Phelps' old mark with a jaw-dropping semi-final swim.
2019-07-26 13:08:53 Read More

CoA chief dismisses 'stories' of Kohli-Rohit rift amid soaring speculation

Amid spiralling speculation of a rift between India captain Virat Kohli and his deputy Rohit Sharma, CoA chief Vinod Rai on Friday rejected the talk as "stories created" by media. Social media was abuzz with talks of a cold war between Kohli and Sharma after the World Cup loss. Neither Kohli nor Sharma has so far commented on the reported rift.
2019-07-26 12:44:03 Read More

Watch: Yuvraj walks off despite not out in first outing of Global T20 Canada

Yuvraj Singh's first outing after international retirement ended in a bizarre way as he walked off the pitch despite being not out during a Global T20 Canada match here. Leading Toronto Nationals in the opening game of the T20 tournament against Vancouver Knights, Yuvraj could only score 14 runs from 27 balls before he was given out stumped by the square-leg umpire in the 17th over.
2019-07-26 12:34:54 Read More

Jamshedpur FC appoint Spaniard Antonio Iriondo as head coach

ISL side Jamshedpur FC has signed Spaniard Antonio Iriondo as the team's head coach for the 2019-20 season. The Spaniard joins JFC after managing various clubs in Spain's La Liga, Segunda Division and Segunda B in a 27-year-long career.
2019-07-26 12:08:17 Read More

Bancroft joins Smith and Warner in Australia's Ashes squad

Opening batsman Cameron Bancroft has been included in Australia's 17-man squad for a five-Test Ashes series against England alongside Steve Smith and David Warner. All three batsmen served lengthy bans due to a ball-tampering scandal in South Africa last year. Bancroft forced his way in after making an unbeaten 93 in the tourists' intra-squad match at Southampton.
2019-07-26 11:59:10 Read More

Kapil Dev-led CAC to pick Team India's next head coach

A Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) led by World Cup-winning former captain Kapil Dev was on Friday entrusted with the responsibility of selecting India's new coach, the interviews for which are expected to be conducted in mid-August. Apart from Kapil, the panel comprises former women's captain Shantha Rangaswamy and former men's coach Anshuman Gaekwad.
2019-07-26 11:37:21 Read More

Pakistan pacer Amir announces retirement from Test cricket

Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has announced his retirement from Test cricket with immediate effect on Friday. He said that he has decided to quit in order to concentrate on limited version of the game. Amir, 27, who made his Test debut at the age of 17 in 2009, represented Pak in 36 Tests where he grabbed 119 wickets at an average of 37.40.
2019-07-26 10:41:45 Read More

Easy day for Bajrang and Ravi as they excel in World Championship trials

Star wrestler Bajrang Punia needed less than four minutes to book a berth in India's World Championship squad while Ravi Kumar Dahiya earned his chance by winning the most competitive category during the trials, here on Friday.
2019-07-26 08:16:13 Read More

India's bowling coach Arun may retain his job, Bangar under scanner

The Indian coaching staff has got an extension until the tour of West Indies, after which fresh interviews will be conducted; and featuring among the candidates is surprise entry Jonty Rhodes, who has applied for the position of fielding coach.
2019-07-26 07:59:12 Read More

Japan Open: Sindhu exits, Praneeth reaches semis

It was a mixed day for India in at the Japan Open as Sindhu once again failed to get past Akane Yamaguchi and lost 18-21, 15-21 in a match that lasted for 50 minutes. Sai Praneeth continued his good form to go through to the last-4 stage after defeating Tommy Sugiarto 21-12, 21-15. This is only the second semi-final appearance for the world number 23 on the tour in 2019.
2019-07-26 06:49:11 Read More

Mary Kom, Amit to play Indian Boxing League

The legendary M C Mary Kom and Asian Games gold-medallist Amit Panghal are among the stars who will take the ring in the inaugural Indian Boxing League which will be held from October 20 to November 9.
2019-07-26 06:44:38 Read More

MS Dhoni set to do a Don Bradman off the field

After being conferred the honorary rank of a Lieutenant Colonel by the Indian Army back in 2011, the World Cup-winning captain is set for his first job as an armyman -- something Bradman also did as a Lieutenant, performing the duty of a physical training officer in the Australian Army for a year.
2019-07-26 05:59:02 Read More

Aston Villa sign Brazilian midfielder Luiz from Manchester City

Aston Villa have signed Brazilian midfielder Douglas Luiz from champions Manchester City for an undisclosed fee, the promoted Premier League club have said.
2019-07-26 05:58:16 Read More

Anitta lifts historic gold in World University Powerlifting Cup

University of Kerala lifter, Anitta Joseph lifted a total of 335.0 kg to clinch a historic gold medal in 47kg category of the 4th World University Powerlifting Cup at Tartu in Estonia.
2019-07-26 05:20:04 Read More

Jason Roy can be Englandâ€™s trump card in Ashes: Brad Hogg

The euphoria surrounding Englandâ€™s World Cup success came to a grinding halt on Wednesday when they were bowled out for just 85 on the opening day of their one-off Test against Ireland at Lordâ€™s.
2019-07-26 04:57:53 Read More

Alexander Zverev beats Federico Delbonis to reach Hamburg quarterfinals

Second-seeded Alexander Zverev pleased his home crowd by beating Federico Delbonis on Thursday to reach the quarterfinals of the Hamburg European Open.
2019-07-26 04:43:24 Read More

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Arsenal's Ozil and Kolasinac escape knife-wielding attackers

Mesut Ozil and Arsenal team-mate Sead Kolasinac escaped unhurt after an attempted carjacking by knife-wielding attackers in North London on Thursday, British media reported.
2019-07-26 04:11:55 Read More

Rafael Nadal gets top seed at Montreal

Wimbledon champion and world number one Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from next month's US Open hardcourt tuneup event in Montreal, saying he needs more rest after capturing his 16th Grand Slam singles crown.
2019-07-26 04:00:12 Read More

Is Ness Wadia looking to exit Indian Premier League?

If sources connected to the league are to be believed, the Wadia scion is under pressure from his family members to give up his 23% stake in the IPL franchise Kings XI Punjab. The Burmans & Zinta donâ€™t wish to part with their stake. "It's Ness who's been trying to work his way out. Partly because his family wants him to, partly because he himself wants to," said a source.
2019-07-26 03:58:17 Read More

Second boxer in two days dies from head injuries after fight

Argentine boxer Hugo Santillan died on Thursday from injuries suffered in a fight on Saturday, the second such death in just two days after that of Russian Maxim Dadashev in the United States.
2019-07-26 03:54:38 Read More

Hima Das's golden run a reality check

Hima Das has won five international gold medals in the last three weeks; and while a lot has been talked about the level of competition in those events, AFI's high performance director feels she is progressing in the right direction.
2019-07-26 03:35:44 Read More

Wolves mark return to Europe after 39 years with victory

Wolves marked their return to European football after a 39-year absence with a 2-0 home win over Crusaders of Northern Ireland in the Europa League second qualifying round on Thursday.
2019-07-26 03:32:28 Read More

Ferland Mendy adds to Zinedine Zidane's Real Madrid injury woes

Real Madrid's Ferland Mendy has been added to Zinedine Zidane's growing injury list after the Spanish club confirmed on Thursday the France left-back had suffered a calf injury.
2019-07-26 03:31:36 Read More

Father in shade as England nightwatchman Leach makes career-best 92

England's Jack Leach may be playing his first Test at home but soaring temperatures in Britain meant his father missed out on seeing the nightwatchman make a career-best 92 against Ireland at Lord's on Thursday.
2019-07-26 03:21:02 Read More

Sebastian Vettel says he is his own biggest critic

If Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel is feeling the pressure ahead of his home German Grand Prix at Hockenheim, then he knows who to blame.
2019-07-26 03:16:50 Read More

Are BCCI selectors talking to fringe players?

Questions are now being asked about why there has been so much confusion over who has been picked, dropped or ignored for the series in West Indies. A lot of ire has been directed at the MSK Prasad-led selection committee.
2019-07-26 02:52:39 Read More

England collapse sets up Ireland Test thriller

Ireland have the chance to pull off one of the biggest upsets in Test history after another England batting collapse on Thursday set the scene for a thrilling finish at Lord's.
2019-07-26 02:39:41 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Friday (July 26) that comprise action from the Japan Open BWF World Tour Super 750 event.
2019-07-25 18:45:00 Read More

Arsenal sign French defender William Saliba from St Etienne

Arsenal have completed the signing of French centre-back William Saliba from St Etienne on a long-term contract, the Premier League club said on Thursday.
2019-07-25 16:56:43 Read More

Neeraj mulls World C'ships participation after AFI says he has qualified

Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on Thursday said he would consider participating in the World Championships later this year after it emerged that he has qualified for the showpiece event.
2019-07-25 14:44:33 Read More

Indian hockey team needs to develop consistency: Dhanraj

The Indian men's hockey team led by Manpreet Singh has quality, but needs to focus more on being consistent in its performances, feels former captain Dhanraj Pillay.
2019-07-25 13:44:53 Read More

Sharan-Erlich to clash against Bryan brothers in Atlanta

Partnering Jonathan Erlich, India's Divij Sharan will test his skills against the legendary Bryan brothers, Mike and Bob, in the ATP Atlanta Open quarterfinal clash.
2019-07-25 10:49:57 Read More

India rest skipper Manpreet, Sreejesh for Tokyo Olympics hockey test event

Captain Manpreet Singh and goalkeeper PR Sreejesh were among a few senior players rested from the Indian hockey team for next month's Olympic Test event in Tokyo. Besides Manpreet and Sreejesh, also rested from the 18-member men's squad for the August 17 to 21 event is defender Surender Kumar.
2019-07-25 10:33:08 Read More

Sarita Devi in running for place in AIBA's athletes' commission

India's former world champion boxer L Sarita Devi has been finalised as a candidate for the International Boxing Association's (AIBA) athletes' commission, to be created for the first time after voting during the world championships for men and women in Sept-Oct.
2019-07-25 10:28:56 Read More

India drop down to 103 in FIFA rankings

The Indian football team moved down by two places to 103 in the latest FIFA rankings released on Thursday. In the recently held Intercontinental Cup, India failed to register even a single which resulted in loss of five points for Sunil Chhetri's men.
2019-07-25 10:28:25 Read More

Ramkumar suffers shock defeat at Binghamton Challenger

Ramkumar Ramanathan squandered a one-set advantage to lose to lower-ranked American wild card, Alexander Ritschard, for an early exit from the Binghamton Challenger event.
2019-07-25 10:19:26 Read More

FICA wants active cricketers in Indian Association

The BCCI has recognised the ICA, but the Federation of International Cricketers Association is "concerned that membership of the association appears to be open only to former players, and not current players".
2019-07-25 09:11:23 Read More

India will perform better at Tokyo Olympics, says Kiren Rijiju

India will send a good contingent for the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, Union minister Kiren Rijiju said on Thursday, expressing confidence that the country's performance at the games will be better.
2019-07-25 08:18:25 Read More

Boxer Gaurav Bidhuri enters President's Cup semis in Philippines

World Championships bronze-medallist Gaurav Bidhuri (56kg) assured himself of a medal at the President's Cup boxing tournament in Labuan Bajo, Philippines after claiming a comfortable win in the quarterfinals.
2019-07-25 08:01:39 Read More

Lt Col MS Dhoni to do patrolling duty in Kashmir

Former captain MS Dhoni will soon be seen patrolling the hills in Kashmir valley in army uniform reported ANI. Lieutenant Colonel (Honorary) MS Dhoni is said to be proceeding to 106 Territorial Army Battalion (Para) and will be in the valley from Jul 31- Aug 15. The unit is in Kashmir as part of Victor Force. Dhoni was accorded the honorary rank by the Army in 2011.
2019-07-25 07:47:20 Read More

Leroy Sane's future out of City's hands, says Pep Guardiola

Manager Pep Guardiola admitted Leroy Sane's future as a Manchester City player is beyond his control as speculation linking the Germany international with a return to his homeland continues to build.
2019-07-25 07:30:50 Read More

Reilly Opelka upsets defending champion Isner in Atlanta

American Reilly Opelka upset John Isner with a 7-6 (7/2), 6-7 (5/7), 7-6 (7/5) victory in the second round of the Atlanta Open Wednesday.
2019-07-25 06:45:53 Read More

Sindhu survives scare, Praneeth cruises to reach Japan Open quarters

Sindhu lost the first game against Japan's Aya Ohori 11-21 before storming back to win the next two 21-10, 21-13 in her second-round match in Tokyo on Thursday. She now leads the Japanese 8-0 in win-loss record.
2019-07-25 06:13:37 Read More

Byju's to replace Oppo on Team India jersey

Sources told TOI that Oppo has decided to reassign the rights of Team India jerseys to Byju's, which is a Bangalore-based online tutoring firm. Oppo exited the space as it now finds the value (Rs 1,079 crore) at which it acquired the rights in 2017 to be "extremely high". September onwards Byju's will be the new brand name on Team India jerseys.
2019-07-25 05:57:28 Read More

Garg leads India to 35-run win over Bangladesh in U-19 Tri-series

Skipper Priyam Garg slammed a 97-ball century before the bowlers took centre stage to guide India A to a 35-run win over Bangladesh A, their second consecutive in the Under-19 Youth ODI Tri-Series here.
2019-07-25 05:42:43 Read More

Watch: 'Howzatt?' Tendulkar asks fans on Twitter

A friend sent a bizarre cricket video to Sachin Tendulkar, and the batting legend posted it on social media asking his fans what their decision would have been as an umpire. The video showed a delivery getting through the batsman's defence to hit the stumps; but in next bizarre moment, one of the bails got dislodged from its groove, only to sit on top of one stump.
2019-07-25 04:56:45 Read More

Tim Murtagh realises childhood dream as Ireland stun England

Tim Murtagh said he had achieved the ambition of a lifetime by securing a place on the Lord's honours board as his stunning five-wicket haul saw Ireland skittle out England for just 85 on the opening day of a one-off Test on Wednesday.
2019-07-25 04:43:34 Read More

Brishti Bagchi's Madrid dream comes true

The Spanish dream is finally coming true for Brishti Bagchi. â€œCongratulations Brishti Bagchi for this incredible achievement! See you soon in Spain with Madrid Club de Futbol Femenino,â€ the official La Liga page posted on Wednesday with a picture of Bagchi, congratulating her on becoming the first Indian to play in the womenâ€™s football league in Spain.
2019-07-25 03:36:22 Read More

David Warner, Aus bowlers star in Ashes warm-up

David Warner made a timely fifty as Australia's bowlers continued to hold sway in an intra-squad Ashes warm-up match at Southampton on Wednesday.
2019-07-25 02:53:51 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Thursday (July 25) that comprise action from the Japan Open BWF World Tour Super 750 event.
2019-07-24 18:45:00 Read More

Bhutia bats for promotion-relegation system in India

India must introduce the promotion-relegation system with bigger pool of teams, said football icon Bhaichung Bhutia, hinting that merger of I-League and ISL is the way forward.
2019-07-24 16:44:14 Read More

Jonty Rhodes applies for Team India's fielding coach job

Former South Africa cricketer Jonty Rhodes has applied for the position of India's fielding coach and is undoubtedly one of the biggest names to have applied for the job after the BCCI invited application for the position of head coach and support staff for the Indian team.
2019-07-24 16:07:08 Read More

Matteo Trentin wins Tour de France 17th stage

European champion Matteo Trentin won the 17th stage of the Tour de France, a hilly 200-km ride from the Pont du Gard, on Wednesday.
2019-07-24 15:49:55 Read More

'Free Hong Kong' protest as Manchester City thrash Kitchee 6-1

Demonstrators chanted "Free Hong Kong" and sang a protest song as Premier League champions Manchester City hammered Kitchee 6-1 on Wednesday, underlining the political turmoil that has gripped the city.
2019-07-24 15:41:16 Read More

Diksha Dagar to make Major debut at Evian Championships

Diksha Dagar will make her Major debut while Aditi Ashok will look to better her performance at the big-ticket events when they tees off at the Evian Championships, the first of the two back-to-back Majors in Europe.
2019-07-24 13:51:47 Read More

CoA finally asks ethics officer to review Raman's appointment

After much dilly-dallying, the Committee of Administrators (CoA), running the Indian cricket, has asked the BCCI Ombudsman and ethics officer DK Jain to review the appointment of national women's team head coach WV Raman.
2019-07-24 13:25:05 Read More

Real's Asensio suffers anterior cruciate ligament injury

Real Madrid forward Marco Asensio is facing several months out of action after suffering a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during a pre-season friendly against Arsenal in the United States.
2019-07-24 13:15:37 Read More

Nikhat, Deepak storm into semis; India on a roll at Thai boxing tournament

Former junior world champion Nikhat Zareen (51kg) and Asian silver-medallist Deepak Singh (49kg) were the prominent ones to assure themselves of medals on Wednesday as Indian boxers continued their commanding performance at the Thailand International Tournament in Bangkok.
2019-07-24 13:12:28 Read More

Lorenzo to return from spinal injury for British Grand Prix

Three-time MotoGP world champion Jorge Lorenzo will return for the British Grand Prix on August 25 after fracturing two spinal vertebrae during a horrific crash last month, his Honda team said Wednesday.
2019-07-24 13:09:02 Read More

England bowled out for 85 by Ireland in one-off Test

England crashed back to earth after their World Cup triumph as they were skittled for 85 on a humiliating opening morning of their four-day Test against Ireland at Lord's on Wednesday.
2019-07-24 12:28:38 Read More

Hungary's Milak breaks Phelps' 200m butterfly world record

Hungarian teenager Kristof Milak broke the men's 200 metres butterfly world record on Wednesday to win gold at the world swimming championships.
2019-07-24 12:20:49 Read More

Hope coach Papic doesn't try to change existing system: Sharath Kamal

India's senior-most paddler Achanta Sharath Kamal is hoping that new national coach Dejan Papic does not try to reinvent the wheel with just one year left for the Tokyo Olympics. On Tuesday, the Canadian Papic accepted the one-year contract offered by the Sports Authority of India (SAI) to coach the Indian team.
2019-07-24 12:14:19 Read More

With no Dhoni in Tests, will India use Jersey No. 7 at World Championship?

The upcoming World Test Championship will feature jersey numbers behind the white shirts for the first time. While no Indian player wears the No. 10 jersey as a mark of respect for Tendulkar's stupendous achievements, there is a strong possibility that jersey No. 7 worn by MS Dhoni in limited-overs will also not be used in the days' format.
2019-07-24 11:53:55 Read More

PV Sindhu advances to second round of Japan Open

Ace Indian shuttlers PV Sindhu and HS Prannoy moved into the second round of Japan Open with contrasting wins over their respective rivals in the women's and men's singles events on Wednesday.
2019-07-24 11:27:37 Read More

Being chief selector most challenging job ever: Inzamam

Pakistan's outgoing chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq says the tenure has been the most challenging of his professional career as he was subjected to "hurtful criticism" for picking his nephew Imam-ul-Haq in the team.
2019-07-24 10:50:01 Read More

Sri Lanka pacer Nuwan Kulasekara calls it a day

Sri Lanka seamer Nuwan Kulasekara has decided to call time on his international career, finishing as the third highest wicket-taker among his country's pace bowlers after Chaminda Vaas and Lasith Malinga.
2019-07-24 10:32:57 Read More

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Live Blog: England vs Ireland, Only Test, Day 1

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Live Score, England vs Ireland: Only Test, Day 2

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Hockey: 'We're on our toes to reach Olympics'

The final countdown for Tokyo Games started on Wednesday with exactly 12 months remaining for the quadrennial event. Meanwhile, the Indian men and women hockey teams will feature in Olympic qualifiers this November.
2019-07-24 09:49:34 Read More

Sri Lanka head coach Chandika Hathurusingha asked to step down

Sri Lanka's head cricket coach Chandika Hathurusingha has been asked to step down after the ongoing ODI series against Bangladesh.
2019-07-24 09:38:04 Read More

Want to stay relevant? Fight me, Manny Pacquiao tells Floyd Mayweather

Manny Pacquiao challenged Floyd Mayweather to face him again in the ring on Wednesday as the retired American star taunted the Filipino great about fighting on into his forties.
2019-07-24 09:29:49 Read More

Tokyo unveils 2020 Olympics medal designs

Tokyo Olympic organisers on Wednesday unveiled medals designed to reflect the "energy" of athletes as the city marked a year to go until the opening ceremony of the 2020 Summer Games. The medals, which will be made from recycled materials collected from old electronics, are intended to "resemble rough stones that have been polished and which now shine," organisers said.
2019-07-24 09:24:43 Read More

Tokyo marks one year until 2020 Olympics

Tokyo on Wednesday entered the final leg of its marathon Olympic preparations, marking a year until the 2020 Games open with officials promising a high-tech but eco-friendly event.
2019-07-24 07:29:10 Read More

Marcus Trescothick to join England coaching camp for Ashes

Former opener Marcus Trescothick will join the England coaching camp for the first two Test matches of the upcoming Ashes series starting August 1 in Birmingham.
2019-07-24 07:08:49 Read More

Sebastian Vettel facing his demons on return to Hockenheim

Sebastian Vettel will be battling his demons as well as his Formula One rivals when the Ferrari driver returns to Hockenheim this weekend for his home German Grand Prix.
2019-07-24 06:26:39 Read More

Devinder Walmiki, Harjeet Singh sign up with Dutch club, to play Euro Hockey League

Indian hockey players Devinder Walmiki and Harjeet Singh have been signed up by Dutch club HGC for the 2019-20 season during which they will feature in the upcoming Euro Hockey League matches.
2019-07-24 05:58:22 Read More

Japan Open: HS Prannoy upsets Kidambi Srikanth in first round

Ace Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth's bad run in 2019 continued as he bowed out of the Japan Open after suffering a stunning defeat to compatriot HS Prannoy in the opening round of the $750,000 tournament on Wednesday.
2019-07-24 05:49:38 Read More

Sourav Ganguly surprised by Shubman Gill's exclusion

The exclusion of Shubman Gill and Ajinkya Rahane from the India squad for the upcoming limited-overs series in West Indies has surprised former skipper Sourav Ganguly. Gill was part of the India A squad that recently played three one-day matches against West Indies A, scoring 218 runs in four innings
2019-07-24 05:07:34 Read More

James Pattinson dares to dream of Ashes return

The six years since James Pattison last bowled against England have been a soul-crushing treadmill of injuries, rehab and dashed expectations but the patched-up paceman is again daring to dream on the verge of the Ashes.
2019-07-24 04:33:42 Read More

Chess: India's top three to challenge Magnus Carlsen

The best of Indian talent will be challenging Magnus Carlsen in the Grand Chess Tour (GCT) rapid and blitz event to be held in the city in November.
2019-07-24 04:32:08 Read More

Haddad Maia gets provisional ban after failing dope test

Brazil's top-ranked women's tennis player Beatriz Haddad Maia has been provisionally suspended after failing a drug test, the International Tennis Federation (ITF) has said.
2019-07-24 04:25:18 Read More

Ehsan Mani appointed chair of key ICC committee

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Ehsan Mani has been appointed as Chairperson of the ICC's Financial and Commercial Affairs Committee (F&CA). The appointment was made during last week's ICC Annual Conference.
2019-07-24 04:09:37 Read More

No Arjuna award for sprint queen Dutee Chand

Star sprinter Dutee Chand has missed out on this year's Arjuna award recommendation. Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh's application for the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award has also been rejected by the sports ministry. Also missing the cut for Arjuna is the reigning Asian Games champion in the men's 800m, Manjit Singh.
2019-07-24 04:07:09 Read More

England announce women's squad for Ashes T20Is

Heather Knight will lead the 15-member England squad for the T20I series against Australia, the final part of the multi-format Women's Ashes series which begins on July 26.
2019-07-24 04:04:14 Read More

Olympics: How things are shaping up for India

With a year left to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, India's chief medals hopes appear to rest with its consistent shooters, badminton stars and wrestlers led by Bajrang Punia.
2019-07-24 03:38:12 Read More

EXCLUSIVE: Consistency is boring, it's very tough, says Virat Kohli

India cricket team captain Virat Kohli spoke exclusively to TOI, touching subjects ranging from his consistency as a batsman to his role as a leader and how he deals with success and failure. In the interview, he also spoke about dealing with setbacks, inspiring his team, grooming upcoming youngsters, being spiritual and having clarity about life beyond cricket.
2019-07-24 03:00:39 Read More

Lionel Messi banned for one game for Copa America red card

Argentina captain Lionel Messi has been banned for one game and fined $1,500 after being sent off against Chile in the Copa America third-place playoff and levelling accusations of "corruption" at South American soccer chiefs.
2019-07-24 02:58:04 Read More

Bale scores as Real Madrid rally for friendly win over Arsenal

Gareth Bale shrugged off uncertainty over his Real Madrid future Tuesday, his second-half goal helping the La Liga giants rally for a friendly win over Arsenal.
2019-07-24 02:32:50 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Wednesday (July 24) that comprise action from the Japan Open BWF World Tour Super 750 event.
2019-07-23 18:40:00 Read More

Boxer Dadashev dies after suffering brain injury in ring

The Russian Boxing Federation says Dadashev died "as a result of the injuries he sustained" in Friday's light-welterweight fight with Subriel Matias at the Theater at MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill, Maryland.
2019-07-23 17:45:48 Read More

BCCI approves Indian Cricketers' Association

The BCCI has approved the Indian Cricketers' Association, the body formed as per the board's new constitution to look after the interest of former players. The ICA is not affiliated to Federation of International Cricketers' Association and is only open to former men and women cricketers.
2019-07-23 17:26:46 Read More

Porterfield says Lord's Test a 'pinnacle' for Ireland

Ireland captain William Porterfield will be back on familiar territory when his side's long march to the "pinnacle" of cricket ends with a Test at Lord's against England on Wednesday.
2019-07-23 16:39:36 Read More

Tour de France: Ewan wins again as Alaphilippe keeps lead

Caleb Ewan sprinted to his second victory on the Tour de France on Tuesday as Frenchman Julian Alaphilippe kept the overall lead after stage 16, where Geraint Thomas fell but finished with all the main contenders.
2019-07-23 16:12:26 Read More

Chelsea clinch 2-1 win over Barcelona in Japan friendly

Goals from Tammy Abraham and Ross Barkley saw Chelsea grab a 2-1 victory against Barcelona on Tuesday in an exhibition match in Japan.
2019-07-23 14:07:02 Read More

England's Roy and Stone to make Test debuts against Ireland

Opening batsman Jason Roy and fast bowler Olly Stone will make their England Test debuts in a one-off match against Ireland starting at Lord's on Wednesday.
2019-07-23 13:06:31 Read More

Saha ready to 'shoulder' responsibility as India A take on West Indies A

Wriddhiman Saha will begin his reintegration after a major shoulder injury with his 1st first-class game in 18 months when India A take on West Indies A in an unofficial Test starting on Wednesday.
2019-07-23 13:05:08 Read More

Wasim Akram 'embarrassed, humiliated' at Manchester airport

Former Pakistan cricketer Wasim Akram was made to feel embarrassed and humiliated for carrying insulin at Manchester airport. A member of the 1992 World Cup winning team, Akram in a tweet on Tuesday said that he was rudely questioned and ordered to take out his insulin from its case and dump it into a plastic bag.
2019-07-23 12:54:12 Read More

Sun Yang wins 200m freestyle world title after Rapsys disqualified

China's Sun Yang was handed the men's 200 metres freestyle world title on Tuesday after Lithuanian Danas Rapsys was disqualified, while Britain's Duncan Scott, who finished joint third, refused to shake hands with the Chinese winner on the podium.
2019-07-23 12:46:52 Read More

Indian boxers continue good run at Thailand Open

Bhagyabati Kachari (75kg) assured India of at least a bronze medal at the Thailand International Boxing Tournament by advancing to the semifinals in Bangkok on Tuesday.
2019-07-23 12:32:08 Read More

Gareth Bale will not leave Real Madrid on loan, says his agent

Gareth Bale's agent has ruled out any loan deal for the Real Madrid forward as the Spanish side seek to offload the Wales international.
2019-07-23 11:31:25 Read More

Virat Kohli retains number one spot in ICC Test Rankings

India skipper Virat Kohli has retained his number one position in the latest ICC Test batsmen's rankings. Kohli, who last featured in India's 2-1 Test series win over Australia, is sitting on 922 points. New Zealand's Kane Williamson (913) is second and Cheteshwar Pujara (881) is third in the rankings.
2019-07-23 11:16:13 Read More

Mission Tokyo: No sweets, spicy food for women's hockey team

The Indian women's hockey players have been told not to indulge in their favourite spicy dishes and sweets as part of a strict diet aimed at maximising their chances of qualifying for Tokyo Olympics. High on confidence after its title win in FIH Hockey Series in Hiroshima, the women's team is practicing hard for the final Olympic qualifier, to be held in November.
2019-07-23 11:11:13 Read More

Sri Lanka's Lasith Malinga to play T20s after quitting ODIs

Veteran Sri Lankan pace bowler Lasith Malinga Tuesday confirmed he will retire from one-day international cricket after the first match against Bangladesh but hopes to play T20 cricket.
2019-07-23 10:51:09 Read More

England's Anderson ruled out of Ireland Test with calf injury

James Anderson has been ruled out of England's four-day Test against Ireland at Lord's starting on Wednesday due to a right calf injury.
2019-07-23 10:36:59 Read More

Correct constitutional inaccuracies or face exclusion from BCCI polls: CoA to MCA

The Committee of Administrators (CoA) running Indian cricket has asked MCA to correct "inaccuracies" in its constitution, failing which it will be barred from participating in the BCCI polls scheduled for October 22.
2019-07-23 10:35:08 Read More

Birthday wishes pour in for Yuzvendra Chahal as he turns 29

Birthday wishes poured in for Yuzvendra Chahal as the Indian leg-spinner turned 29 on Tuesday. Indian cricketers took to Twitter to convey birthday wishes to Chahal on his special day.
2019-07-23 09:59:16 Read More

World Wrestling C'ship: Delhi to host trials

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) on Tuesday shifted the men's trials for the World Championship from Sonipat to Delhi's IG Stadium, keeping in mind "better organisation facilities".
2019-07-23 08:55:46 Read More

Chance for James Anderson to regain top spot

England's pace spearhead James Anderson will be eager to work his way back to the top of the ICC Test Bowlers' Rankings when his side takes on Ireland in their one-off Test at Lord's starting Wednesday.
2019-07-23 08:20:51 Read More

In a first, Ashes jerseys to have players' names, numbers

England will host Australia in their traditional Test battle as the Ashes begins at Edgbaston on August 1. The series will see Test jerseys with the name and number of the players for the first time in the game's history. It is not yet known if the Australian players too will wear jerseys with names and numbers.
2019-07-23 08:10:40 Read More

Floyd Mayweather made 'special advisor' to China boxing team

Retired superstar Floyd Mayweather has been named "special advisor" to China's boxing team as they look to improve their medal count at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, the Chinese Boxing Federation said.
2019-07-23 07:21:36 Read More

World Cup final was the best and worst day of my cricketing life: Martin Guptill

After coming out as the losing side in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup final, New Zealand's opening batsman Martin Guptill posted an emotional message on Instagram saying it was the best and worst day of his cricketing life.
2019-07-23 06:59:23 Read More

Japan Open: Sai Praneeth advances to the second round

Indian shuttler B. Sai Praneeth started off his Japan Open 2019 campaign on a winning note as he registered a comprehensive straight-games victory over Japan's Kento Nishimoto in the opening round of the 50,000 dollars tournament in Tokyo on Tuesday. Praneeth recorded a comfortable 21-17, 21-13 win over the Japanese shuttler in a match that lasted 42 minutes.
2019-07-23 05:57:18 Read More

PSG discussing swap deal for Bale as Neymar pushes for Madrid move

Key figures close to Neymar have been trying to force a sensational swap for Gareth Bale plus cash, potentially solving two of the biggest deadlocks and player controversies this summer. Sources close to the Brazilian say it has been repeatedly brought up over the last two weeks, with some momentum behind it, as he is â€œdesperateâ€ to leave Paris Saint-Germain for Spain.
2019-07-23 05:44:47 Read More

Commonwealth TT: Harmeet, Ayhika win singles as India sweep gold medals

The sound inside Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium was deafening. History had been scripted and India, still considered a minor power in the world of table tennis, had finally carved out a niche for themselves.
2019-07-23 05:22:02 Read More

Japan Open: PV Sindhu looks to improve; Saina Nehwal withdraws

PV Sindhu will look for redemption at the Japan Open BWF Super-750 Tournament in Tokyo on Wednesday. The Indian had lost the Indonesia Open final to Japanâ€™s Akane Yamaguchi on Sunday and will be keen to avenge that defeat if the draw holds good and they clash in the quarterfinals in Tokyo on Friday.
2019-07-23 04:24:26 Read More

Goa seeks to postpone National Games again, IOA disagrees

The Indian Olympic Association was â€œshockedâ€ at Goaâ€™s decision to ask for yet another postponement and has told the state government that they must hold the 36th edition of the National Games from November 1-16 later this year.
2019-07-23 04:08:06 Read More

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Ashes 2019: England's Jason Roy looking to make Test grade

England opener Jason Roy will try to follow the batting example of Australia's David Warner when he makes his Test debut against Ireland at Lord's later this week.
2019-07-23 04:05:17 Read More

PKL: Haryana Steelers, Jaipur Pink Panthers post easy wins

In the end, it was Haryana Steelers who showed their mettle to walk away with a 34-24 victory against Puneri. In the first game of the day, Jaipur Pink Panthers trounced U Mumba 42-23.
2019-07-23 03:56:12 Read More

Pollard, Narine return for first two T20Is against India

West Indies have recalled off-spinner Sunil Narine and all-rounder Kieron Pollard for the first two T20Is of the three-match series against India beginning August 3. The 14-member squad, which was announced on Tuesday, also includes power-hitter Andre Russell, who will go through a fitness assessment prior to the series.
2019-07-23 03:29:05 Read More

Scores of questions over new leagues, but no answers

It came to the knowledge of many in the world governing body only recently that Anil Kumble, the chairman of their own technical committee, was hired in an â€˜advisoryâ€™ role at Euro T20 Slam â€” a tournament being co-hosted by Cricket Ireland, Cricket Scotland and Koninklijke Nederlandse Cricket Bond.
2019-07-23 03:22:07 Read More

Ireland set for landmark Lord's Test against England

Ireland's march to becoming a fully fledged member of cricket's elite will reach another important staging post when they play their first Test against England at Lord's on Wednesday. The Irish men's side only made their Test debut last year, suffering a final day defeat by Pakistan in Dublin in a creditable display before being well beaten by fellow newcomers Afghanistan.
2019-07-23 03:07:56 Read More

Olympics-bound athletes will be tested at least 3-4 times: NADA

With the Tokyo Olympics just a year away, the fight for the Indian sports administrators is to ensure that only clean athletes travel to the Games. National Anti-Doping Agencyâ€™s (Nada) director general, Navin Agarwal, spoke to TOI on the issue.
2019-07-23 03:01:23 Read More

Dope dragon rears head again

What drives an athlete to take banned substance and thus unfairly compete at the top level? Some might do it ignorantly, some due to the pressure of pressure and some to push their own limits. But, for an average athlete in India, itâ€™s the lure of cash awards and a secure government job after winning an international medal that drives his/her psyche to dope.
2019-07-23 02:49:26 Read More

Gareth Bale declined to play: Zinedine Zidane

Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane has denied disrespecting Wales star Gareth Bale as he discussed the expected transfer of the 30-year-old forward from the La Liga giants on Monday.
2019-07-23 02:46:22 Read More

Cristiano Ronaldo will not face rape charges in US

Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo will not face any charges over an alleged rape in the US state of Nevada a decade ago, prosecutors said on Monday.
2019-07-23 02:33:51 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Tuesday (July 23) that comprise action from the Japan Open BWF World Tour Super 750 event.
2019-07-22 18:45:00 Read More

PKL: Haryana Steelers beat Puneri Paltan 34-24

Haryana Steelers began their campaign in the Pro Kabaddi Season 7 with an emphatic 34-24 win over Puneri Paltan on Monday. Aided by excellent performance from Naveen, who ended up with 14 points, the Steelers came out top of their rivals.
2019-07-22 17:15:06 Read More

PKL: Jaipur Pink Panthers beat U Mumba 42-23

Jaipur Pink Panthers produced an all-round effort to beat U Mumba 42-23 on the third day of Pro Kabaddi Season 7 on Monday.
2019-07-22 16:43:30 Read More

Want to be consistent like Virat in Windies: Krunal Pandya

Consistency is the best way to impress a skipper and all-rounder Krunal Pandya wants to put his best foot forward in front of Virat Kohli during the upcoming T20I series against West Indies starting August 3 in Florida.
2019-07-22 16:33:59 Read More

Sports ministry appoints Sandip Pradhan as new SAI DG

Deputy director general of the Sports Authority of India (SAI), Sandeep Pradhan, has been promoted to take over as the top spot of the department on Monday.
2019-07-22 16:16:15 Read More

Sri Lanka's Malinga to quit ODIs after first Bangladesh match

Veteran Sri Lankan pace bowler Lasith Malinga will retire from one-day international cricket with the first match of a three-match series against Bangladesh, skipper Dimuth Karunaratne said on Monday. Malinga, 35, will leave as Sri Lanka's third highest wicket-taker in ODI cricket with 335 wickets in 219 innings so far.
2019-07-22 15:46:35 Read More

Dhoni should be taken into confidence by selectors: Azharuddin

Former India skipper Azharuddin said communication between selectors and MS Dhoni will be vital as the wicket-keeper enters the winter of his career amid speculations on his retirement. While many experts believe Dhoni is a spent force, Azharuddin felt he can still continue if he has the drive and a body that is 100 per cent fit.
2019-07-22 14:48:17 Read More

David Lloyd gets trolled for cheeky tweet on MS Dhoni

MS Dhoni's decision to opt out of India's tour of the West Indies to train with the Territorial Army has seen former England cricketer David Lloyd put two teary-eyed laughter emoticons to the news, but the Indian fans have not received it well. Fans said that the 72-year-old has no right to talk ill about Dhoni.
2019-07-22 14:20:08 Read More

Commonwealth TT: Indians complete sweep; Harmeet, Ayhika win in singles

Indian paddlers made most of the home advantage and grabbed all the gold medals -- seven to be precise -- in the 21st Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships which concluded at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium on Monday.
2019-07-22 13:55:46 Read More

PV Sindhu looks to complete unfinished business in Japan

Ace Indian shuttler PV Sindhu will have to quickly pick up the pieces after her deflating loss in the Indonesia Open final and prepare for the next battle at the Japan Open BWF World Tour Super 750 starting here Tuesday.
2019-07-22 07:03:59 Read More

India A beat West Indies A to clinch series 4-1

Rahul Chahar, Deepak Chahar and Navdeep Saini -- all of whom made the cut for India's limited-overs squad on Sunday -- picked up two wickets each to limit the hosts to 236, after which Ruturaj Gaikwad's 99 led the visitors' eight-wicket win.
2019-07-22 06:40:20 Read More

Gareth Bale to make way for Neymar at Real Madrid?

Shubhankar Sharma equals best finish at Major

Indian golfer Shubhankar Sharma equalled his best performance in a Major, signing off tied 51st at the 148th Open Championships, here.
2019-07-22 05:09:28 Read More

PKL: Fortunegiants trounce champions Bulls

The combination of Indian skipper Ajay Thakur and â€˜Raid Machineâ€™ Rahul Chaudhari proved too good as Tamil Thalaivas handed hosts Telugu Titans their second consecutive 39-26 defeat while last yearâ€™s runners-up Gujarat Fortunegiants exacted sweet revenge as they trounced champions Bengaluru Bulls 42-24 in the first league match on the second day of the VIVO Pro Kabaddi League Season 7 at theGachibowli Indoor Stadium, on Sunday.
2019-07-22 05:05:53 Read More

Commonwealth TT Championship: G Sathiyan and Archana Kamath win gold

Indiaâ€™s G Sathiyan and Archana Kamath won the mixed doubles gold at the Commonwealth Table Tennis championship with consummate ease at Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium here on Sunday. The top-seeded duo defeated Singaporeâ€™s Yu En Koen Pang and Goi Rui Xuan 11-1, 11-7, 11-4 to win the Guernsey Cup.
2019-07-22 04:51:46 Read More

John Isner beats Alexander Bublik for fourth Newport ATP title

American John Isner captured his fourth title at the ATP grass court tournament at Newport, Rhode Island, beating Alexander Bublik 7-6 (7/2), 6-3.
2019-07-22 04:42:44 Read More

Indonesia Open: Yamaguchiâ€™s aggression stuns PV Sindhu

A body smash, which struck PV Sindhu hard, saw Akane Yamaguchi wrap up the final and win her maiden Indonesia Open BWF Super-1000 title in Jakarta on Sunday. The smash summed up the final as the diminutive Japanese shuttler was at her aggressive best in her 21-15, 21-16 demolition of Sindhu.
2019-07-22 04:31:07 Read More

In a first, three Rajasthan players in Team India

Left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed and cousins- right-arm seamer Deepak Chahar and spinner Rahul Chahar have made the cut in the 15-member squad announced for the T20 series for the West Indies tour.
2019-07-22 04:11:11 Read More

Hima Das thanks Tendulkar, PM Modi for praise

The ace Indian sprinter has won five gold medals inside three weeks in competitions across the world and has been flooded with congratulatory messages from big names, including her 'inspiration' Sachin Tendulkar.
2019-07-22 03:46:11 Read More

Ambati Rayudu's 3D tweet creative, enjoyable: MSK Prasad

It was a sarcasm-laden â€˜3D tweetâ€™ which many suspect ended Ambati Raydu's career, but chief selector clarified that he wasnâ€™t targeted for taking a dig at the selection panel. â€œJust ordered a new set of 3d glasses to watch the World Cup,â€ Rayudu tweeted after getting dropped for the World Cup squad and Vijay Shankar was named by selectors for his "3-dimensional" skills.
2019-07-22 03:41:40 Read More

India vs West Indies: Rest, recalls and Rishabh Pant after World Cup

All-rounder Hardik Pandya has been rested for the entire West Indies tour, while pacer Jasprit Bumrah will play only the Tests. All other Team India regulars will be taking the flight to the Caribbean, with the exception of wicketkeeper MS Dhoni, who has expressed his unavailability.
2019-07-22 03:29:53 Read More

Liverpool fall 1-2 to Sevilla in Fenway friendly

Alejandro Pozo delivered the late dagger in 10-man Sevilla's 2-1 friendly win over Liverpool in Boston Sunday, a defeat made worse for the European champions when they saw Yasser Larouci stretchered off.
2019-07-22 03:21:22 Read More

Navdeep Saini's journey: From earning â‚¹200/match to the blue jersey

Navdeep Saini started his cricket journey by playing tennis-ball cricket in local tournaments in Karnal with his earnings being Rs 200 per match. Over the last 6 years, he has been a consistent performer in the domestic circuit; and during the 2019 IPL he clocked speeds upward of 150kph. On Sunday, he was selected to play for India in the upcoming West Indies tour.
2019-07-22 03:10:25 Read More

Dhoni told heâ€™s â€˜no longer in scheme of thingsâ€™

After Indiaâ€™s World Cup campaign ended, chief selector M S K Prasad had a â€œdiscussionâ€ with Dhoni. Perhaps with the World T20 next year in mind, Dhoni ruled out retiring for now, but crucially, he was told he â€œwasnâ€™t in the scheme of things any more, and the selectors now planned to go ahead with youngstersâ€.
2019-07-22 00:23:42 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Monday (July 22) that comprise the Pro Kabaddi League clash between U Mumba and Jaipur Pink Panthers.
2019-07-21 18:45:00 Read More

Commonwealth TT Championships: Sathiyan-Archana win mixed gold

India added another golden chapter to the 21st Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships when its mixed doubles pair of G. Sathiyan and Archana Kamath defeated Singapore's Peng Yu En Koenâ€“Goi Rui Xuan 3-0 in the final in Cuttack on Sunday.
2019-07-21 15:28:23 Read More

Consider teams' positions in table to decide World Cup winners: Chappell

Former Australia captain Ian Chappell believes the position of the teams after the league stage should be considered to decide the winner in case a World Cup final ends in a tie.
2019-07-21 15:26:51 Read More

Shuttler Chou Tien Chen wins men's singles title at Indonesia Open

Taiwan shuttler Chou Tien Chen won the men's singles at the Indonesia Open badminton tournament on Sunday, his first title in a Super 1000 level event.
2019-07-21 15:25:26 Read More

Kane stunner earns Spurs victory over Juventus

Harry Kane scored a stunning 93rd minute winner from the halfway line as Tottenham Hotspur edged Juventus 3-2 in an entertaining pre-season friendly in Singapore on Sunday.
2019-07-21 14:31:13 Read More

Where I should have got points I made errors: PV Sindhu

Sumit Nagal to play maiden ATP 500 event, qualifies for Hamburg Open

Taking a big step forward, Indian youngster Sumit Nagal on Sunday assured himself a maiden appearance in the main draw of an ATP 500 tournament, qualifying for the Hamburg European Open.
2019-07-21 13:27:40 Read More

Peerless Adam Peaty crushes 100m breaststroke world record

Britain's Adam Peaty shattered his own 100 metres breaststroke world record Sunday as he chased a third successive world title. The Olympic champion stormed home to win his semi-final in a time of 56.88 seconds, becoming the first swimmer to break 57 seconds and eclipsing his previous mark by just over two tenths.
2019-07-21 12:42:35 Read More

Mark Wood eyes Ashes role despite injury blow

England paceman Mark Wood has set his sights on recovering from injury in time to play a role in the Ashes against Australia.
2019-07-21 11:45:39 Read More

We had no bias against Ambati Rayudu, says BCCI chief selector

Ambati Rayudu's sarcasm-laden '3D tweet' might have hastened his international retirement but chairman of selectors MSK Prasad defended the recently-retired Hyderabadi's non-exclusion from the World Cup squad, asserting that his panel cannot be accused of bias.
2019-07-21 11:42:22 Read More

MSK Prasad backs young Rishabh Pant for all three formats

Retirement is solely Mahendra Singh Dhoni's prerogative but chairman of selectors MSK Prasad on Sunday clearly stated that young Rishabh Pant will be "groomed" as India's first choice keeper across formats in the coming days.
2019-07-21 10:28:59 Read More

Zinedine Zidane a 'disgrace' over Gareth Bale exit comments: Agent

Gareth Bale's agent has branded Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane a "disgrace" after the Frenchman revealed that the La Liga giants were ready to offload the Wales star in a matter of days.
2019-07-21 10:28:46 Read More

World Cup final umpire admits 'error': Report

The umpire who awarded England 6 runs from an overthrow in the last over of the World Cup final has admitted he made an "error" and should have given one run fewer, a report said on Sunday. A throw to the stumps deflected off the bat of Ben Stokes as he tried to complete a 2nd run and raced to the boundary, with Sri Lankan umpire Kumar Dharmasena awarding 6.
2019-07-21 09:51:38 Read More

Indonesia Open: PV Sindhu loses to Akane Yamaguchi in title clash

Star badminton player PV Sindhu had to be content with a runner-up finish at the Indonesia Open after losing the title clash in straight games to Japan's Akane Yamaguchi on Sunday. Sindhu lost the final of the BWF Tour Super 1000 tournament 15-21, 16-21 to the fourth seed. It was season's best performance for the world number five Indian.
2019-07-21 09:44:13 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah rested for T20Is and ODIs against West Indies; Virat Kohli to lead

Jasprit Bumrah has been rested for the white-bal leg of the tour. Senior opener Shikhar Dhawan made a comeback to India's limited overs squad while rookie leg-spinner Rahul Chahar is the only new face across three formats for the upcoming tour of the West Indies, announced on Sunday. Virat Kohli has been named captain for all the three formats.
2019-07-21 09:07:41 Read More

Not fair to have result like this: Eoin Morgan on World Cup final

A week after England's maiden World Cup victory, captain Eoin Morgan is still struggling to make sense of the end, questioning if his side really deserved the title when there was so little separating the two finalists. Hosts England lifted their maiden World Cup owing to a superior boundary count to New Zealand after both the regulation match and a rare Super Over finished tied at Lord's.
2019-07-21 06:49:49 Read More

Brilliant Pacquiao downs Thurman to capture WBA crown

Filipino legend Manny Pacquiao rolled back the years to become the oldest welterweight champion in boxing history with a thrilling split decision victory over WBA champion Keith Thurman on Saturday.
2019-07-21 06:24:25 Read More

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PKL 7: U Mumba, Bengaluru Bulls begin with wins

With Siddharth Desai, the most expensive player, failing to live up to his billing, hosts Telugu Titans made a disastrous start as they went down to former champions U Mumba 25-31 in the inaugural match of the VIVO Pro Kabaddi League Season 7 at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium here on Saturday.
2019-07-21 04:46:16 Read More

Arsenal manager Unai Emery happy to be patient in transfer market

Arsenal manager Unai Emery said he is happy to be patient in the transfer market and will wait for the right player to become available.
2019-07-21 04:35:55 Read More

Commonwealth TT Championships: Sharath Kamal, Sathiyan reach doubles quarters

On a day mixed emotion for the Indians, Achanta Sharath Kamal found an able partner in G Sathyan as the Indian duo entered the quarters of the men's doubles of the 21st Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships on Saturday.
2019-07-21 04:22:41 Read More

Attila Balazs to meet Dusan Lajovic in Croatia Open final

Nearly three years after reversing his decision to retire from the sport, Hungarian qualifier Attila Balazs reached his maiden ATP final with a 6-2 6-4 victory over third seed Laslo Djere at the Croatia Open on Saturday.
2019-07-21 04:08:27 Read More

Want to be a strong contender in Tokyo Olympics: Manika Batra

The winner of an Asian Games bronze coupled with two gold medals at the Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast last year, Manika Batra has been the cynosure of Indian table tennis for the past year-and-a-half.
2019-07-21 04:06:54 Read More

Bayern Munich beat Real Madrid 3-1 as clubs unveil new signings

Bayern Munich beat Real Madrid 3-1 in an entertaining International Champions Cup match in Houston on Saturday.
2019-07-21 03:56:44 Read More

Simone Biles wins gold medal at US Classic gymnastics

Simone Biles won the US Classic on Saturday night to maintain her six-year winning streak. The four-time Olympic gold medalist and reigning world champion had an all-around score of 60.000, 2.100 points ahead of runner-up Riley McCusker. Grace McCallum was third at 57.700.
2019-07-21 03:50:01 Read More

BCCI's demand: NADA can only test cricketers with board's permission

While the International Cricket Council (ICC) managed to convince the Indian cricket board (BCCI) to come under the umbrella of the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) to avoid being derecognized by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), it has emerged that BCCI has changed a few clauses in its agreement with NADA, the draft of which was sent by ICC.
2019-07-21 03:48:48 Read More

John Isner books Newport final against Alexander Bublik

Three-time champion John Isner fended off fourth-seeded Frenchman Ugo Humbert 6-7 (4/7), 7-6 (7/5), 6-3 Saturday to reach the final of the ATP grass court tournament in Newport, Rhode Island.
2019-07-21 03:09:19 Read More

Nketiah strikes again in Arsenal's 3-0 friendly win over Fiorentina

Youngster Edward Nketiah made it three goals in two matches Saturday with a brace that boosted Arsenal to a 3-0 win over Fiorentina in a pre-season friendly in North Carolina.
2019-07-21 03:01:02 Read More

Dhoni opts for a break with West Indies tour squads set to be announced

Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni made himself "unavailable" for the tour of West Indies but ruled out immediate retirement as the selectors meet in Mumbai to pick the squads for the upcoming away series.
2019-07-21 02:59:13 Read More

Africa Cup of Nations champions Algeria return to hero's welcome

Africa Cup of Nations champions Algeria arrived home Saturday to a hero's welcome from a huge crowd of joyful supporters and a "water salute" for their plane at Algiers airport.
2019-07-21 02:52:05 Read More

Alaphilippe, Pinot shine on Tour's Tourmalet to lift home hopes

Julian Alaphilippe hedged his bets when asked about his chances of winning the Tour de France, but together with Thibaut Pinot, he is leading a French renaissance that could deliver a first home title since 1985.
2019-07-21 02:45:58 Read More

Senior Indian player flouted â€˜familyâ€™ rule during World Cup

In the minutes of a CoA meeting on May 3, it was highlighted â€œone of the players from the menâ€™s senior team had sought permission for his wife to accompany him to the World Cup tour earlier than otherwise permissibleâ€. The CoA had turned down the request. It was later observed the playerâ€™s wife joined him before the tournament started and stayed with him throughout.
2019-07-21 00:07:06 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Sunday (July 21) that comprise the Indonesia Open final clash between PV Sindhu and Japan's Akane Yamaguchi.
2019-07-20 18:45:00 Read More

Hima Das returns to 400m run, grabs 5th gold of month

Hima Das extended her sensational run by claiming her fifth gold of the month as she returned to her pet 400m competition with a season-best time of 52.09s on Saturday. The timing is slower than her personal best of 50.79 seconds, which she managed at the Jakarta Asian Games and she also narrowly missed out on the World Championships qualifying mark of 51.80.
2019-07-20 17:34:20 Read More

Boxer Shiva Thapa wins gold medal at President's Cup

Four-time Asian medallist Shiva Thapa became India's first gold-medallist at the President's Cup boxing tournament after getting a walkover in the finals in Astana, Kazakhstan on Saturday.
2019-07-20 12:58:13 Read More

Improving defence and finishing skills our focus: Manpreet Singh

India hockey skipper Manpreet Singh said on Saturday that going into the Olympic qualifiers, the focus of the team has been on improving their performance at the two ends of the pitch. "All our recent training sessions have been about improving our defence and finishing," Manpreet said.
2019-07-20 12:24:34 Read More

Leander Paes and Marcus Daniell in semifinals of Hall of Fame Open

Still going strong at age of 46, veteran Leander Paes reached the semifinals of the ATP Hall of Fame Open with partner Marcus Daniell, edging out Matthew Ebden and Robert Lindstedt in Newport. The third seeded Indo-Kiwi combination prevailed 6-4, 5-7, 14-12 over the Australian-Swede team in the quarterfinals after saving three match points.
2019-07-20 12:07:31 Read More

Newcastle beat West Ham to give Bruce winning start

Steve Bruce watched from the stands as his Newcastle United side beat West Ham United 1-0 on Saturday to get his reign off to a winning start in Shanghai.
2019-07-20 11:08:18 Read More

Indonesia Open: PV Sindhu beats Chen Yu Fei to march into final

PV Sindhu dished out another stunning performance as the World no. 5 recorded a comfortable 21-19, 21-10 win over Chen Yu Fei of China in the semis of the 2019 Indonesia Open. Sindhu will face Japanâ€™s Akane Yamaguchi in the final on Sunday. In the semi-final against Chen Yu Fei, Sindhu emerged victorious in straight games in a match that lasted 46 minutes.
2019-07-20 11:07:58 Read More

Childhood coach feels MS Dhoni can continue till T20 World Cup

Mahendra Singh Dhoni is still fit to continue and if the Indian team wants the best out of him, the selectors should think of managing his workload properly, feels the former India captain's childhood coach Keshav Banerjee.
2019-07-20 10:45:52 Read More

Neeraj Goyat, Vikas Krishan challenge Vijender Singh after 'kid' comment

Pugilists Neeraj Goyat and Vikas Krishan have challenged Vijender Singh for a fight in November after the star boxer called Neeraj a 'kid'. After registering his 11th consecutive victory in the professional circuit by outsmarting American Mike Snider in New Jersey recently, Vijender had said that Pakistan-origin British pugilist Amir Khan has been playing with 'kids' so far.
2019-07-20 10:33:34 Read More

MCC likely to review overthrow rules: Report

The custodian of cricket laws, Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) is likely to review the overthrow rules in the aftermath of the controversy that rocked the just-concluded World Cup final between New Zealand and England, a newspaper report said.
2019-07-20 09:46:45 Read More

Dhoni pulls out of Windies tour, takes two-month break amid retirement speculation

Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Saturday made himself "unavailable" for the Indian team's tour of West Indies as speculations raged about his future. An Honorary Lieutenant Colonel in the Parachute Regiment of the Territorial Army, Dhoni will be spending the better part of the next two months with his regiment. A BCCI official confirmed the development.
2019-07-20 08:28:20 Read More

Windies A sneak 5-run win over India A despite Patel's valiant effort

Axar Patel's reargaurd heroics went in vain as India A suffered a narrow five-run loss against West Indies A in the fourth unofficial ODI of the five-match series here.
2019-07-20 06:51:23 Read More

Sanjivani Jadhav flunks dope test, banned

India's top long-distance runner, Sanjivani Jadhav, has been banned for two years by the International athletics federation's (IAAF) 'Athletics Integrity Unit' (AIU) for failing a dope test. The two-time Asian Championships bronze medallist will serve a retrospective suspension period (two years), commencing from June 29, 2018.
2019-07-20 05:26:19 Read More

The selection googly for national selectors

MSK Prasad and Co. will be meeting at the Cricket Centre in Mumbai on Sunday to pick the team for the West Indies tour. Following India's semifinal heartbreak at the World Cup and a hollowness that has existed in the middle-order in ODIs, the selectors have some tricky issues to address.
2019-07-20 05:02:27 Read More

John Isner rallies to reach Newport semi-finals

Three-time champion John Isner rallied to beat Australian Matthew Ebden 4-6 6-3 6-4 and reach the semi-finals of the ATP grass court tournament in Newport, Rhode Island.
2019-07-20 04:44:43 Read More

John Isner rallies to reach Newport semi-finals

Three-time champion John Isner rallied to beat Australian Matthew Ebden 4-6 6-3 6-4 and reach the semi-finals of the ATP grass court tournament in Newport, Rhode Island.
2019-07-20 04:44:43 Read More

Manny Pacquiao vows to teach Keith Thurman a lesson

Manny Pacquiao plans to teach WBA welterweight champion Keith Thurman a painful lesson when the two face off in Las Vegas on Saturday.
2019-07-20 04:41:25 Read More

How Dhoni eased out Ganguly, Dravid, Sehwag, Gambhir

There is intense speculation that Dhoni, who has already retired from the Test format, has played his last ODI for India during the World Cup in which the team was knocked out of the semifinal after a loss to New Zealand.
2019-07-20 04:40:35 Read More

Algeria beat Senegal 1-0 to win Africa Cup of Nations title

Algeria won the Africa Cup of Nations for the second time on Friday when a freak second-minute goal by Baghdad Bounedjah gave them a 1-0 win over gallant Senegal in the final.
2019-07-20 04:17:04 Read More

Is it time for national selectors to ease out Dhoni from Team India?

As skipper, MS Dhoni took tough decisions to phase out some legends from his team. Is it time Team India's selection committee did likewise with Dhoni himself? Gautam Gambhir, for one, thinks so. The cricketer-turned-politician feels Dhoni himself once invested in the future as skipper and it is now time that India's selection committee takes "practical decisions".
2019-07-20 04:00:47 Read More

Lowry, Holmes share Open lead as Woods, McIlroy miss cut

Ireland's Shane Lowry shot a four-under par 67 to claim a share of the lead with J.B. Holmes at the British Open as 15-time major winner Tiger Woods and pre-tournament favourite Rory McIlroy missed the cut on Friday.
2019-07-20 03:50:51 Read More

Arjun Atwal starts with modest 71 in Barbasol, Chopra 15th

Arjun Atwal was two-over after the first four holes but did well to recover to end at one-under 71 and tied 77th after the first round of the PGA Tour's Barbasol Championship.
2019-07-20 03:39:39 Read More

'Discrimination' victim Tatishvili wins Roland Garros prize money appeal

Anna Tatishvili, who was stripped of her entire 46,000-euro (52,000 dollars) prize money at Roland Garros for "not playing at a professional standard", has had her punishment overturned, the player announced on Twitter on Friday.
2019-07-20 03:32:21 Read More

Manny Pacquiao, Keith Thurman face off at weigh-in

Manny Pacquiao and Keith Thurman both tipped the scales at 146.5 pounds ahead of their much-anticipated WBA world welterweight title clash on Friday.
2019-07-20 03:18:00 Read More

PKL season seven: Tougher than ever

VIVO Pro Kabaddi has brought about the renaissance of India's indigenous sport, and has transformed it into an inspirational, world-class spectacle with a remarkable fan following.
2019-07-20 03:17:29 Read More

Angelique Kerber drops coach after Wimbledon shock

Angelique Kerber has split with her coach Rainer Schuttler two weeks after her shock early exit at Wimbledon, the three-time Grand Slam champion announced on Friday.
2019-07-20 03:13:37 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Saturday (July 20) that comprise the Indonesia Open semi-final clash between PV Sindhu and China's Chen Yufei.
2019-07-19 18:45:00 Read More

North Korea win Intercontinental Cup football title

North Korea triumphed in the second edition of Intercontinental Cup football tournament beating Tajikistan by a solitary goal in the final here on Friday.
2019-07-19 17:06:15 Read More

Eoin Morgan says no decision yet on future after England World Cup win

Eoin Morgan says he has not yet decided whether to remain as England's white-ball skipper following their dramatic World Cup win against New Zealand.
2019-07-19 16:52:41 Read More

Commonwealth TT: Indian men defend crown, women win maiden title

Indian men defended their crown beating England while the women blanked Singapore for their maiden title at the Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships on Friday.
2019-07-19 14:55:14 Read More

MS Dhoni has no immediate plans to retire, says longtime friend Arun Pandey

Despite the growing speculations of MS Dhoni's retirement, his longtime friend and business partner Arun Pandey has said the 38-year-old has no immediate plans to retire from international cricket. Pandey also mentioned that the constant speculation over the future of a great player like him is unfortunate.
2019-07-19 14:02:56 Read More

Sindhu beats Okuhara to storm into Indonesia Open semis

Top Indian shuttler PV Sindhu stormed into the semifinals of the Indonesia Open after beating Japan's Nozomi Okuhara in straight games, 21-14, 21-7, in the women's singles event on Friday. Sindhu will face second seeded Chen Yu Fei of China in the last-four clash of the BWF World Tour Super 1000 tournament.
2019-07-19 13:04:11 Read More

MS Dhoni mature enough to take decision on retirement: Sanjay Jadgale

As the speculations of MS Dhoni contemplating retirement grow with each passing day, former national selector Sanjay Jagdale said that the 38-year-old is mature enough to take a call on his own but also asserted that the team currently has no viable alternative to him. The veteran, so far has remained tight-lipped about his future plans.
2019-07-19 11:44:04 Read More

MS Dhoni mature enough to take decision on retirement: Sanjay Jagdale

IPL: Physio Andrew Leipus ends 12-year stint with KKR

Former India team physiotherapist Andrew Leipus has ended his 12-year-long association with the Indian Premier League franchise Kolkata Knight Riders. The 49-year-old has been a part of the KKR brigade since the inaugural edition of the lucrative T20 league.
2019-07-19 11:35:22 Read More

Saina Nehwal and Co dealing with injuries in pre-Olympic year

Indian shuttlers have been dealing with a series of injuries this year, affecting their plans and preparations for the qualifying cycle of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
2019-07-19 11:20:33 Read More

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BCCI stunned as CoA asks Kohli, Shastri to decide on WAGs travel

The bizarre move by the Supreme Court-appointed CoA asking the India captain and coach to decide on travel schedule of the WAGs has not just taken the BCCI officials by surprise, but also former Chief Justice RM Lodha.
2019-07-19 09:51:11 Read More

United's Lukaku still not fit to face suitors Inter Milan

Manchester United's Romelu Lukaku is not fit enough to face Inter Milan in Singapore on Saturday, manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said, with rumours swirling the striker may soon join the Italian side.
2019-07-19 09:38:55 Read More

United's Lukaku still not fit to face suitors Inter Milan

Delhi's Prithu Gupta becomes India's 64th Grandmaster

Delhi's Prithu Gupta has become India's 64th Grandmaster, crossing the Elo threshold of 2500 points after beating IM Lev Yankelevich in the fifth round of the Portuguese League 2019.
2019-07-19 09:19:46 Read More

Captains won't be suspended for slow over-rates anymore: ICC

In World Test Championship matches a team that is behind the required over rate at the end will have two competition points deducted for each over it is behind, announced ICC. Captains will no longer be suspended for repeated or serious over rate breaches. ICC said that all players should be held equally responsible and will be fined at the same level as the captain.
2019-07-19 08:56:41 Read More

BCCI to use 'limited DRS' in Ranji Trophy knockouts

The BCCI has decided to use "limited DRS" during the Ranji Trophy knockout matches from this season in a bid to cut down on umpiring howlers that grabbed headlines during previous seasons.
2019-07-19 07:07:10 Read More

Gambhir on Dhoni: Need to take practical decisions and not be emotional

"It's important to look into the future. And when Dhoni was the skipper, he invested in the future. I remember Dhoni saying in Australia that me, Sachin and Sehwag can't play the CB series together as the grounds were big. He wished for young players for the World Cup. It's necessary to take practical decisions than being emotional," Gambhir told a news channel.
2019-07-19 05:54:00 Read More

Vijay Mallya's Force India in Â£8m London court battle

A broker for sponsorship deals for Formula 1 racing cars is suing Vijay Mallya's Force India Formula One Team Ltd for more than Â£8.2 million in the London high court over the Pink Panther livery deal.
2019-07-19 04:58:19 Read More

Lucas Rodriguez, Wayne Rooney help DC United rout FC Cincinnati

Lucas Rodriguez had two goals, Wayne Rooney scored his 11th of the season and DC United beat expansion FC Cincinnati 4-1 on Thursday.
2019-07-19 04:55:23 Read More

Commonwealth TT Championships: Undefeated Indian women enter semis

Hosts India continued to make merry on the second day of the 21st Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships at Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, as the women's outfit booked their place in the semifinals with a clinical display on Thursday.
2019-07-19 04:43:56 Read More

Heena Sidhu banking on 'mental reserves'

Two-time Olympian and former world No. 1 Heena Sidhu is on a break these days. She wants to reinvent her shooting and build on her mental reserves before participating in qualification tournaments for the 2020 Olympics.
2019-07-19 04:09:04 Read More

ICC approves concussion substitutes in international cricket

Men's and women's teams across all formats of international and first class cricket will be allowed to replace concussed players during matches following a two-year trial in the domestic game, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has said.
2019-07-19 04:03:03 Read More

Would love to compete in Tokyo: Vijender Singh

Indian boxer Vijender Singh has revealed he is willing to return to the amateur ring at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and will "love" to fight for a gold at the Games.
2019-07-19 03:46:52 Read More

Jurgen Klopp committed to Liverpool as US tour kicks off

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said Thursday he expects to remain at Anfield for at least three more years as the Premier League giants prepare to kick off their pre-season tour to North America.
2019-07-19 03:42:22 Read More

Ben Stokes nominated for New Zealander of the Year award

After ripping the heart out of New Zealand's bleary-eyed cricket fans on Sunday with a man-of-the-match performance in the Cricket World Cup final, England all-rounder Ben Stokes has now been nominated for the New Zealander of the Year award.
2019-07-19 03:25:12 Read More

Australian Grand Prix to stay in Melbourne until 2025

Melbourne's Albert Park circuit will continue to host the Australian Grand Prix until at least the end of 2025, Formula One said on Thursday.
2019-07-19 03:25:10 Read More

Senegal, Algeria set for rematch in Africa Cup of Nations final

Sadio Mane's Senegal and an Algeria side captained by Riyad Mahrez will attempt to secure their place in Africa Cup of Nations history in Friday's final in Cairo.
2019-07-19 03:18:21 Read More

Manny Pacquiao battling age, hungry Keith Thurman in title showdown

Twenty-four years after first climbing into a professional boxing ring, Manny Pacquiao will attempt to defy the march of time here Saturday when he battles undefeated American Keith Thurman for the WBA welterweight crown.
2019-07-19 03:17:26 Read More

Sunrisers Hyderabad rope in Trevor Bayliss as coach

England's World Cup-winning coach Trevor Bayliss will take charge of Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League next year, the team announced on Thursday. The 56-year-old Australian will take over a team captained by Kane Williamson, who led the New Zealand team beaten by Bayliss's England in the thrilling World Cup final last Sunday.
2019-07-19 03:16:33 Read More

'Back to the day job' for Simon Yates after first Tour de France stage win

Britain's Simon Yates won stage 12 of the Tour de France on Thursday, beating two other survivors of a mass breakaway in the Pyrenees.
2019-07-19 03:10:47 Read More

Emery talks up leadership role for Holding amid Koscielny doubt

Arsenal manager Unai Emery said on Thursday that he was planning for the potential departure of club captain Laurent Koscielny while mulling a leadership role for young defender Rob Holding.
2019-07-19 03:06:25 Read More

Sachin Tendulkar, Allan Donald inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Indian batting icon Sachin Tendulkar, South African pace legend Allan Donald and two-time World Cup-winning Australian woman cricketer Cathryn Fitzpatrick have been inducted into the International Cricket Council's Hall of Fame. "It's a huge honour for me," Tendulkar said. Fitzpatrick is the second-highest wicket-taker in women's cricket with 180 ODI scalps and 60 in Tests.
2019-07-19 03:02:14 Read More

Virat Kohli to lead Team India across formats in West Indies and beyond

There were reports that Virat Kohli could be rested considering the long domestic season ahead, which begins in September, and in this scenario Rohit Sharma could be handed captaincy for the shorter formats. However, with the two Tests against West Indies being part of the ICC Test Championship, Kohli could be included in the Test squad.
2019-07-19 02:50:03 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Friday (July 19) that comprise the Indonesia Open quarter-final clash between PV Sindhu and Japan's Nozomi Okuhara.
2019-07-18 18:35:00 Read More

ICC suspends Zimbabwe Cricket with immediate effect

The International Cricket Council on Thursday suspended Zimbabwe Cricket for failing to fulfil their obligation of ensuring that there is no government interference in its administration. ICC's chairman Shashank Manohar said that what happened in Zimbabwe is a 'serious breach' of the ICC Constitution.
2019-07-18 18:00:10 Read More

Selection meeting postponed but focus remains on Dhoni's future

The selection committee meeting to pick Indian squads for the West Indies tour has been postponed following CoA's directive that the chairman of the panel, instead of secretary, will convene it. The meeting was scheduled for Friday but change in rule as per new constitution of BCCI, required requisite changes in legal paperwork.
2019-07-18 15:31:14 Read More

Commonwealth TT: Indian men's and women's teams in semis

The Indian men's and women's teams sailed into the semifinals of the 21st Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships after convincing victories over their respective opponents on Thursday.
2019-07-18 15:27:40 Read More

Sarabjot wins India's ninth gold at junior shooting World Cup

Extending India's domination at the ISSF Junior World Cup, Sarabjot Singh shot a 239.6 to bag the men's 10m air pistol gold, country's ninth yellow metal at the event, on Thursday.
2019-07-18 14:36:02 Read More

Sam Curran says World Cup win will inspire England Ashes team

Sam Curran believes England's historic World Cup triumph will inspire the Ashes team as attention turns towards their attempt to regain the urn.
2019-07-18 13:49:15 Read More

Anup Kumar ready for new role in PKL-7

Anup Kumar has been on the forefront as the Pro Kabaddi League as evolved in the past six seasons. Indiaâ€™s World Cup winning captain in 2016 has seen the league grow from just a promising idea to taking a primetime TV slot. After the last season ended, Anup Kumar announced his retirement and converted his prowess in the sport by becoming Puneri Paltanâ€™s coach in April.
2019-07-18 13:39:07 Read More

'I am ready for a bout': Vijender Singh challenges Amir Khan

"Stop fighting children, I am ready for a bout," Indian boxing ace Vijender Singh, fresh from his 11th straight pro win, challenged British star Amir Khan on Thursday.
2019-07-18 13:12:33 Read More

India's Arjun Bhati wins Junior World Golf Championship

India's Arjun Bhati defeated Taiwan's Jeremy Chen to win the FCG Callaway Junior world Golf Championship 2019 in Palm Desert, California.
2019-07-18 12:54:00 Read More

Sturridge banned and fined for breaching betting rules

Former Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge has been fined 75,000 pounds ($93,690) and banned for six weeks, four of which are suspended, for breaching betting regulations, the Football Association said on Thursday.
2019-07-18 12:35:09 Read More

Sindhu battles past Blichfeldt to enter Indonesia Open quarters

Top Indian shuttler PV Sindhu had to dig deep into her reservoir of experience to beat unseeded Mia Blichfeldt of Denmark and claim a quarterfinal berth in the women's singles event of the Indonesia Open on Thursday.
2019-07-18 11:54:15 Read More

Rory McIlroy makes nightmare start at Portrush

Home favourite Rory McIlroy made a nightmare start with an opening-hole quadruple-bogey on Thursday as the British Open returned to Northern Ireland and Royal Portrush for the first time since 1951.
2019-07-18 11:24:23 Read More

Juventus make Matthijs de Ligt world's most expensive defender

Dutch central defender Matthijs de Ligt, one of the most coveted young players in world football, signed Thursday for Juventus from Ajax for a fee of 75 million euros ($84.2 million) plus add ons.
2019-07-18 11:12:12 Read More

Ramkumar Ramanathan exits from Hall of Fame Open

Ramkumar Ramanathan made a second round exit from the ATP Hall of Fame Open following a straight set defeat against Ugo Humbert, a result which will severely impact his singles ranking.
2019-07-18 10:57:59 Read More

Trevor Bayliss replaces Tom Moody as Sunrisers head coach

England's World Cup-winning coach Trevor Bayliss on Thursday replaced Australian Tom Moody as the head coach of IPL franchise Sunrisers Hyderabad. Bayliss will step down from his current role with the England team after the Ashes beginning next month. Moody was in charge of Sunrisers for the past seven years and guided them to the trophy in 2016.
2019-07-18 10:43:47 Read More

My aim of securing Olympic quota creates pressure: Heena Sidhu

Heena Sidhu has had a lean period since winning the women's 10m air pistol bronze at the 2018 Asian Games. Talking with TOI, she said that her decision of giving up the 25m pistol event to focus just on 10m ahead of the Olympics next year is creating pressure for her. She added, "I am sort of starting afresh, I think I will do much better in the upcoming matches."
2019-07-18 09:45:32 Read More

Chairman of selectors not BCCI secy to convene selection meet

Chairman of selectors will replace BCCI's general secretary as the convener of selection meetings, the Committee of Administrators (CoA) directed on Thursday, continuing the reforms mandated by the Supreme Court-appointed Lodha Panel. For overseas tours, the meetings will be convened by the administrative manager, stated a fresh set of directives from the CoA.
2019-07-18 09:18:15 Read More

Scoring runs, fitness will help me make a comeback: Manish Pandey

Manish Pandey notched up a cracking 87-ball ton against West Indies A in the third unofficial One-day International (ODI) in North Sound, Antigua on Tuesday. With the century, Manish also made a strong case for selection in the senior India team for the upcoming West Indies tour that starts on August 3.
2019-07-18 07:38:11 Read More

Selection for West Indies: Focus on Dhoni's future, Kohli's availability

Skipper Virat Kohli's availability and veteran Mahendra Singh Dhoni's future will be in focus when the MSK Prasad-led national selection panel meets here on Friday to pick the Indian cricket squads for next month's tour of the West Indies.
2019-07-18 06:11:18 Read More

'Someone must speak to MS Dhoni about his plans'

The national selectors have to decide who will be travelling to the Caribbean for the month-long tour in August and the elephant in the room is the former captain MS Dhoni. Chief selector Kiran More said that someone should speak to Dhoni and ask his plan and convey the way ahead for the team. Sehwag too opined that selectors need to ask Dhoni his plan.
2019-07-18 03:22:03 Read More

Virat Kohli, most other seniors ready for full Windies tour

Most of Team India's senior players have indicated their availability for the full tour of the West Indies, which will begin early next month. The exceptions are Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Hardik Pandya, and pacer Jasprit Bumrah. The others, including captain Kohli and vice-captain Rohit Sharma, are ready and willing to play the three T20Is, three ODIs and two Tests.
2019-07-17 20:00:35 Read More

POLL: Should Ravi Shastri be re-appointed as Team India's head coach?

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2019-07-17 11:22:16 Read More

Shastri praises Williamson for showing composure

India head coach Ravi Shastri has saluted New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson for showing remarkable composure during his team's heart-breaking loss to England in the World Cup final, where the winner was decided by boundary count rule at Lord's.
2019-07-17 08:59:52 Read More

Times Impact: Paraglider finds sponsor for World C'ship

Two months ago, TimesofIndia.com reported the sorry state of paragliders, including Dhindsa and his mates, who were struggling to find sponsors for participating in the World Championship in Macedonia. â€‹Adventure sports businessman Samit Garg read the story and decided to come forward to help Gurpreet.
2019-07-17 08:19:22 Read More

Stokes asked umpire not to give 4 overthrows: Anderson

England World Cup hero Ben Stokes asked the umpires to take away the four overthrows that proved decisive during their summit clash win over New Zealand on Sunday, according to his Test team-mate Jimmy Anderson. If Stokes had his way, the match might have never reached a tie and gone to a Super Over, where England eventually won the World Cup on boundary count.
2019-07-17 06:33:57 Read More

Sindhu, Srikanth enter second round of Indonesia Open

Top Indian shuttlers P.V. Sindhu and Kidambi Srikanth on Wednesday progressed to the second round of Indonesia Open BWF World Tour Super 1000 tournament after winning their respective opening-round matches.
2019-07-17 05:24:47 Read More

Mumbai girl is India's youngest certified free-diver

Maya Pillai, at the age of 15 years and two months, has attained the world recognized Scuba Schools International (SSI) level two certificate in free-diving, becoming the youngest Indian to have completed the level two course. Freediving is a form of underwater diving that relies on breath-holding until resurfacing rather than the use of breathing apparatus.
2019-07-17 04:56:19 Read More

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'Conflicted' Rathour in line for NCA batting coach

Having twice rejected Vikram Rathourâ€™s appointment as coach at the junior national level based on news reports in the media that the individual may be conflicted, the Committee of Administrators (CoA) is all set to once again go ahead and appoint him.
2019-07-17 04:32:19 Read More

BCCI secretary can't attend ICC meet

BCCIâ€™s acting secretary Amitabh Choudhary, who is Indiaâ€™s nominated representative at the ICC board, has been asked by a court in Jharkhand to not leave Ranchi following a pending investigation in an old case.
2019-07-17 04:15:56 Read More

Paul Pogba central to Man United rebuilding plans, says Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is eager to build his team around midfielder Paul Pogba despite media speculation linking the French World Cup winner with a move away from Old Trafford ahead of the new Premier League campaign.
2019-07-17 03:59:35 Read More

KKR rope in World Cup-winning coach Trevor Bayliss

Bayliss, who was formerly associated with KKR between 2011 and 2014, coached England to winning the 2019 ICC World Cup. The 56-year-old Australian will re-join the KKR set-up after the 2019 Ashes that begins next month.
2019-07-17 03:52:52 Read More

Top Indian weightlifters, volleyball player in dope net

â€‹â€‹The fresh revelation of names has put a question mark on both the Indian Weightlifting Federation (IWLF) and the National Anti-Doping Agencyâ€™s efforts to educate the athletes/coaches about the possible dangers of using prohibited substances.
2019-07-17 03:31:32 Read More

CAC led by Kapil to take call on India's coach

The three-member ad-hoc Cricket Advisory Committee will soon be deciding on Indiaâ€™s new coach. Incumbent Ravi Shastri will be up for an extension and has the required backing to continue in the position. Those in the know say Shastri and his support staff â€” bowling coach Bharat Arun and fielding coach R Sridhar â€” are ready to continue as well.
2019-07-17 03:09:05 Read More

Dhoni wonâ€™t go to West Indies but will help team in smooth transition: Sources

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the wicketkeeper-batsman, who played his fourth and final 50-over World Cup in England, has made himself unavailable for the three ODIs and three T20Is in West Indies. Sources said that he will not travel with the team as the first-choice wicketkeeper. Rishabh Pant will take over and Dhoni will help in the transition process.
2019-07-16 20:09:26 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Wednesday (July 17) that comprise the action from Indonesia Open badminton tournament and ISSF Junior World Cup.
2019-07-16 18:45:00 Read More

After a stellar season, Mandhana wants to add more power to her game

India opener and number one ODI batswoman Smriti Mandhana is in no mood to take it easy after a memorable season and is busy tweaking her all-round game in the lead up to the Women's T20 World Cup early next year.
2019-07-16 16:05:50 Read More

Another Super Over should decide World Cup winner instead of boundaries: Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar endorsed a second Super Over to decide the winner instead of considering the boundary count if such an extraordinary situation arises like it did in the World Cup final. Current and ex-cricketers including Rohit, Gambhir and Yuvraj, have questioned ICC's "ridiculous" rule on boundary count that decided the World Cup title.
2019-07-16 15:27:00 Read More

'Another Super Over should decide WC winner'

Indian men's doubles teams advance at BWF Indonesia Open

Indian doubles teams got off to a winning start on the first day of the Indonesia Open BWF Super-1000 Tournament in Jakarta on Tuesday.
2019-07-16 14:39:45 Read More

Gill should be groomed for No. 4 spot: Whatmore

It's been a couple of days since England won their maiden ODI World Cup, but the debate on the circumstances that led to their victory doesn't seem to end.
2019-07-16 14:38:30 Read More

Parvez Rasool calls for two-year ban on players who fudge age

Jammu and Kashmir's most recognisable cricketer, Parvez Rasool Tuesday called for a two-year ban on any player who fudges his date of birth.
2019-07-16 14:29:09 Read More

Vijayveer wins his third gold at Junior Shooting World Cup

Vijayveer Sidhu picked up his third gold medal of the ongoing ISSF Junior World Cup in Suhl, Germany, combining with Rajkanwar Singh Sandhu and Adarsh Singh to clinch the men's 25m pistol team event on Tuesday.
2019-07-16 14:01:10 Read More

Ben Stokes likely to be knighted for his World Cup heroics

England's World Cup hero Ben Stokes is likely to be bestowed with knighthood for his sensational performance in the summit clash against New Zealand which helped the hosts claim their maiden title in the ICC's 50-over showpiece event.
2019-07-16 13:44:07 Read More

Bangladesh rest Shakib, retain Mashrafe for Sri Lanka ODIs

Bangladesh are resting all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan but have retained skipper Mashrafe Mortaza for the three-match one-day international series against Sri Lanka later this month, officials said Tuesday.
2019-07-16 13:13:40 Read More

Nitish Kumar to lead UP Yoddha in Pro Kabbadi League

UP Yoddha Tuesday announced that young defender Nitish Kumar will lead the side in the seventh edition of the Pro Kabbadi League, starting July 20.
2019-07-16 12:19:34 Read More

Tiger Woods defends his lack of golf ahead of British Open

Tiger Woods has shrugged off concerns about his lack of golf heading into this week's British Open, saying he needs to carefully manage the remaining years of his career.
2019-07-16 12:03:58 Read More

PCB yet to give clearance to Pakistan players named in T20 leagues in Canada and Europe

The Pakistan Cricket Board is yet to give clearance to the players who have signed up for the Global T20 League in Canada and the European T20 League, according to official sources.
2019-07-16 11:59:25 Read More

Golden comeback but Chanu in constant battle with fear of injury

Top Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu Tuesday said she lives in fear of injuring herself ahead of next year's Tokyo Olympics despite recovering from an unspecified back problem, which marred her progress in 2018.
2019-07-16 11:19:15 Read More

Joe Root hopes England do World Cup-Ashes double

Basking in the glory of their maiden World Cup triumph, England Test captain Joe Root feels the team are on the cusp of reaching the cricket "pinnacle" if they also manage to win the Ashes.
2019-07-16 11:10:10 Read More

Zabaleta says this will be his last Premier League campaign

Pablo Zabaleta says this will be his last season in the Premier League and could even be his final campaign before retirement. The veteran Argentine defender has signed a new one-year deal with West Ham United and revealed on Tuesday that it will be his swansong in English football.
2019-07-16 10:53:28 Read More

Deepa Malik backs out of 2020 Paralympics, considers taking up swimming

Noted para-athlete Deepa Malik, who became the first Indian woman to win a medal at the 2016 Paralympics, has backed out of the next Games and is instead considering taking up swimming.
2019-07-16 10:23:09 Read More

Next India coach should be below 60 and have two-year experience

The Indian cricket board Tuesday invited applications for the men's team support staff including head coach who will need to be less than 60 years of age with a minimum international experience of two years.
2019-07-16 09:40:44 Read More

Five Indians in Sachin Tendulkar's World Cup XI, no MS Dhoni

Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has named his favourite XI of cricketers who played in the just concluded edition of the World Cup.
2019-07-16 09:17:34 Read More

India can match China and become weightlifting powerhouse: Kiren Rijiju

Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju Tuesday said India has the potential to give traditional weightlifting powerhouses such as China and North Korea a run for their money.
2019-07-16 09:06:21 Read More

England, New Zealand PMs praise teams' World Cup performance

The prime ministers of England and New Zealand lauded their cricket teams' performance in the World Cup, which helped bring the sport into limelight in nations obsessed with football and rugby.
2019-07-16 07:33:49 Read More

No one lost the World Cup final: Kane Williamson

Kiwi skipper Kane Williamson said his team was not defeated on the pitch, saying it instead fell victim to "fine print" in the rules. He said that was a shame, but the New Zealanders were aware of the rules. "At the end of the day nothing separated us, no one lost the final, but there was a crowned winner and there it is," said Williamson.
2019-07-16 06:24:26 Read More

How England cricket rose from the pits to the pinnacle

England, who have often cited a humiliating defeat by New Zealand at the 2015 World Cup as the catalyst for their climb to the top of the one-day international rankings, finally have a World Cup win to go with their three losing appearances in the 1979, 1987 and 1992 finals.
2019-07-16 04:55:39 Read More

We are newcomers, want to be as consistent as New Zealand, says Eoin Morgan

Eoin Morgan had nothing but empathy for New Zealand, who lost the title on countback of boundaries after both the regulation 50 overs and the Super Over ended in ties on Sunday. For England, it was their first World Cup triumph.
2019-07-16 04:36:15 Read More

Ben Stokes' redemption comes full circle

Ben Stokes started England's march to World Cup glory with a catch to remember and ended their historic campaign weeping tears of joy as victory against New Zealand completed a personal tale of redemption.
2019-07-16 04:10:29 Read More

Boundary count beyond realm of cricket's logic

England and New Zealand could not be separated at the end of both regular play and a Super Over shootout, so England were handed victory because they had a superior boundary count. England had been mistakenly handed an extra run after a throw from Martin Guptill hit the bat of a diving Ben Stokes' and deflected to the boundary in the final over of regular play.
2019-07-16 03:39:43 Read More

New Zealand coach wants rules review after 'hollow' World Cup final

New Zealand coach Gary Stead has called for the Cricket World Cup's rules to be overhauled, labelling the showpiece final "hollow" after England defeated the Black Caps on a technicality.
2019-07-16 03:38:39 Read More

New Zealand coach wants rules review after heart-breaking World Cup final

New Zealand coach Gary Stead has called for the Cricket World Cup's rules to be reviewed after England defeated the Black Caps on a technicality.
2019-07-16 03:38:39 Read More

Argentine sport court member advices Lionel Messi to apologize

Lionel Messi should apologize for his harsh comments at the Copa America in order to avoid a sanction, an Argentine member of sport's highest court said on Monday.
2019-07-16 03:32:41 Read More

Plans for Black Caps welcome home ceremony on hold in New Zealand

Plans for an official ceremony to welcome home the New Zealand cricket team after its dramatic World Cup final loss have been deferred because of "logistical complications".
2019-07-16 03:29:30 Read More

Everton sign England midfielder Fabian Delph from Manchester City

Everton said on Monday that they have signed England midfielder Fabian Delph from Manchester City on a three-year deal.
2019-07-16 03:26:16 Read More

Roger Federer and the match-point jinx!

The global Roger Federer fan club is still trying to cope with "the incredible opportunity lost", but this was probably always lurking somewhere in the horizon. No player of that stature and quality has ever lost as many matches after having match points on the biggest stage as the Swiss genius has.
2019-07-16 03:16:08 Read More

Diverse and talented, England cricket champions come from afar

England won the Cricket World Cup on Sunday with a team rich in talent but also cultural diversity, at a time when the country is facing socio-political challenges as it tries to leave the European Union.
2019-07-16 03:12:19 Read More

Williamson praises team, compliments England but refuses to complain

Whether it's the overthrows off a rebound or boundary countback, Kane Williamson said that he can't blame the rules which have been in place for some time now. Like a true sportsman, Williamson had no intention of questioning the questionable rules set by governing body, slammed as "ridiculous" by former cricketers.
2019-07-16 03:11:31 Read More

British PM Theresa May hosts victorious England cricket team

British Prime Minister Theresa May hosted the World Cup-winning England cricket team in the garden of her Downing Street residence on Monday, describing their win as "one of the great sporting spectacles of our time".
2019-07-16 02:58:34 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Tuesday (July 16) that comprises the Intercontinental Cup match between India and Syria.
2019-07-15 18:45:00 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Tuesday (July 16) that comprises the Intercontinental Cup match between India and Syria.
2019-07-15 18:45:00 Read More

England celebrate World Cup triumph with young fans

England revelled in their first World Cup triumph on Monday, soaking up the adulation of a disbelieving nation after one of the most extraordinary finishes to a cricket match in history.
2019-07-15 16:23:33 Read More

Junior World Cup: Elavenil beats Mehuli to win individual gold

Elavenil Valarivan beat compatriot Mehuli Ghosh to win the individual gold in a one-two finish for India in women's 10m air rifle competition of the Junior World Cup in Suhl, Germany on Monday. India created a junior world record on the way to the team gold in women's 10m air rifle competition.
2019-07-15 14:56:41 Read More

Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah retain top spots in ICC ODI rankings

India skipper Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah on Monday retained their number one position in the ICC batsmen and bowlers' rankings, respectively, following the conclusion of the World Cup.
2019-07-15 13:58:11 Read More

BCCI to invite applications for support staff, Shastri will have to re-apply

The BCCI will soon invite fresh applications for the Indian cricket team's support staff, including the head coach, and incumbent Ravi Shastri will need to re-apply once his contract expires after next month's tour of the West Indies.
2019-07-15 13:25:40 Read More

Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah only Indians in ICC World Cup XI

Tournament top-scorer Rohit Sharma and pacer Jasprit Bumrah were the only Indians named in the ICC's World Cup XI, captained by New Zealand's Kane Williamson. Newly-crowned world champions England are the most represented with four players in the XI while runners-up New Zealand have two in the team.
2019-07-15 13:13:38 Read More

We have no control over rules of game: Eoin Morgan

England skipper Eoin Morgan said players "do not have control over the rules" set by the ICC after the governing body's much-criticised boundary count rule decided the winners of the 2019 World Cup.
2019-07-15 12:36:12 Read More

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For now it hurts like every loss does here at Wimbledon: Roger Federer

The 37-year-old, whose four children watched the presentation ceremony from his box, smiling when he said they'd have preferred the glittering trophy to the runner-up plate.
2019-07-15 12:34:06 Read More

I don't know when I'll recover from hip injury: Prithvi Shaw

Young India opener Prithvi Shaw on Monday said he was not sure when he would recover from his hip injury, putting a question mark over his participation in the away Test series against the West Indies next month.
2019-07-15 12:20:08 Read More

I don't know when I'll recover from hip injury: Prithvi Shaw

I always try to imagine myself as a winner: Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic gave his near-loveless outing on Centre Court a courageous perspective. The 32-year-old, hit by a wave of 'Let's go, Roger, Let's go' that swept across the grounds on Sunday, employed Federer's fandom as his own, to win a fifth Wimbledon title.
2019-07-15 12:19:53 Read More

World Cup: Five unforgettable impact performances

Ben Stokes started England's march to World Cup glory with a catch to remember and ended their historic campaign weeping tears of joy, as a nerve-racking victory against New Zealand completed a personal tale of redemption.
2019-07-15 12:05:20 Read More

SAI clears proposals worth Rs 57 lakh for TOPS athletes in five sports

The Sports Authority of India Monday approved financial proposals to the tune of Rs 57 lakh for elite athletes of five sporting disciplines under in its Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS).
2019-07-15 12:03:36 Read More

Blog: The Kiwis should be joint champions, not runners-up

The recently concluded ICC ODI World Cup 2019 was a tournament that produced some very good contests. It even ended with an absolute humdinger.
2019-07-15 11:47:05 Read More

Selectors to pick Indian squad for WI tour on July 19

The Indian team for next month's tour of West Indies will be announced on July 19 but there is no clarity over the future of Mahendra Singh Dhoni ahead of the limited-overs leg beginning August 3.
2019-07-15 11:23:39 Read More

Bowlers and heart-stopping finale salvage rain-hit World Cup

A tournament that appeared predictable and at the mercy of the rain god in its first half got a fresh lease of life in the second and Sunday's heart-stopping finale was the proverbial icing on the cake at this year's World Cup.
2019-07-15 11:16:30 Read More

Ashleigh Barty stays at number one in spite of Wimbledon upset

The French Open champion, who was hoping to become the first Australian to win at the All England Club since Evonne Goolagong Cawley in 1980, lost in three sets to the American Alison Riske.
2019-07-15 10:57:43 Read More

Was decision to give England six runs after ball hit Stokes' bat a big mistake?

The 2019 ICC World Cup final at Lord's on Sunday was tantalisingly poised. England needed nine runs from three balls, which meant New Zealand had their noses in front ever so slightly.
2019-07-15 10:38:28 Read More

Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic consolidates top ranking

Novak Djokovic's successful defence of his Wimbledon crown ensured that the Serb remained at world number one in the latest ATP rankings released on Monday.
2019-07-15 10:16:25 Read More

England Chief Ashley Giles dismisses World Cup final 'extra run' row

England director of cricket Ashley Giles has insisted he had no qualms about keeping the World Cup trophy after former leading umpire Simon Taufel said the hosts were mistakenly awarded an extra run during their nail-biting win over New Zealand in the final.
2019-07-15 09:42:03 Read More

Sachin Tendulkar leads sporting fraternity in congratulating England on World Cup glory

Batting legend Sachin Tendulkar led the sporting community in congratulating England for their maiden World Cup title, while also hailing New Zealand's fighting spirit during the edge-of-the-seat final at the iconic Lord's here.
2019-07-15 08:01:20 Read More

Potential future World Cup stars

TOI picks 11 under-25 players likely to play big roles in the next World Cup in India...
2019-07-15 07:38:50 Read More

Disappointed that Viswanath wasn't given tickets: Gavaskar

As the 2019 World Cup final between England and New Zealand reached its climax at Lord's on Sunday evening, Sunil Gavaskar was left dejected. And he has every reason to do so.
2019-07-15 07:13:08 Read More

World Cup 2019: Team of the Tournament

Here's the ultimate selection of top performers from this year's World Cup. In fact, we've nailed it down as per the batting order and also thrown in the captain of the tournament. Can the XI get any stronger?
2019-07-15 07:02:36 Read More

NZ media slams boundary countback rule after Black Caps miss World Cup glory

"The Cricket World Cup final with 22 heroes and no winner", read a headline as media in New Zealand commended the team and condemned the rules that "robbed" the Black Caps of a maiden title triumph.
2019-07-15 06:48:43 Read More

BCCI mulling split captaincy between Virat & Rohit?

A BCCI functionary has told IANS that the board is keen on right away building for the next World Cup, and one of the options that could be mulled over is Rohit leading the side in ODIs and Kohli continuing as captain in Tests and T20Is. "This would be the right time for Rohit to take over the mantle of the captaincy in the 50-over format," he said.
2019-07-15 06:16:35 Read More

Liam Plunkett, England's 'bits and pieces' man, does the star turn

Liam Plunkett doesn't have the pace of a Jofra Archer or a Mark Wood, who clocked 154kmph on Sunday. He can bat a bit, but isn't in the class of Ben Stokes and Chris Woakes. If England need to tweak their combination according to a surface, his name is generally the first to drop out of the team sheet.
2019-07-15 06:12:38 Read More

Self-belief, the only success mantra for 'tiny' Simona Halep

Halep isn't built to triumph where the ball zips off the grass. She is just 5'6'' in her tennis shoes. She's not powerful, she's precise. In her country, Romania, there are no grass courts; no compatriot, man or woman has triumphed on these lawns before.
2019-07-15 05:58:26 Read More

World Cup 2019: Spinners fail to turn heads

There were no exceptional performers among spinners at the World Cup in England this time. The leg-spinners, in particular, did not make a mark as expected...
2019-07-15 05:51:50 Read More

England played and won, but did the British care?

England takes pride in being the birthplace and custodian of cricket. But the game has been, for long, struggling to catch popular imagination in this country.
2019-07-15 05:37:24 Read More

In Pics: Legends of the game meet at Lord's

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2019-07-15 04:50:48 Read More

Novak Djokovic pips Roger Federer to his fifth Wimbledon title

Novak Djokovic again proved the toughest nut for Roger Federer to crack, repelling all the Swiss threw at him in an epic duel to win a fifth Wimbledon crown in the longest singles final in the tournament's 133-year history on Sunday.
2019-07-15 04:40:10 Read More

Technical knockout: Kiwis praise team but query 'cruel' rules

Heartbroken New Zealanders expressed pride Monday in the Black Caps' fighting spirit after defeat to England in the Cricket World Cup final, but also bemusement at the obscure rules that cost them the match.
2019-07-15 03:53:13 Read More

Antoine Griezmann says Atletico Madrid's outcry to Barcelona move 'is a pity'

French forward Antoine Griezmann said on Sunday that Atletico Madrid's angry response to his transfer to La Liga rivals Barcelona is "a pity".
2019-07-15 03:53:00 Read More

Novak Djokovic vows to win fans' love with Roger Federer record in view

Novak Djokovic has vowed to convince fans that he is not public enemy number one even if he surpasses people's champion Roger Federer as the greatest Grand Slam title winner of all time.
2019-07-15 03:45:00 Read More

Eoin Morgan hopes World Cup win will spark English cricket revival

England captain Eoin Morgan hopes his side's "incredible journey" to World Cup glory will inspire a new generation of fans in the sport's birthplace.
2019-07-15 03:34:50 Read More

England beat NZ to win first WC title after Super Over thriller

England ended their 44-year wait for a maiden 50-overs World Cup title by beating a gutsy New Zealand side on boundaries after a tied Super Over amidst heart-stopping drama at Lord's on Sunday.
2019-07-15 03:28:55 Read More

'Ridiculous rule!' Cricket experts fume at boundaries deciding World Cup winner

After the 'Super Over' too failed to end the tie between England and New Zealand in the 2019 ICC World Cup final at Lord's on Sunday, the trophy was awarded to the hosts because they had hit more boundaries (fours) than New Zealand.
2019-07-15 03:28:17 Read More

Riyad Mahrez stunner sends Algeria into Nations Cup final

Algeria forward Riyad Mahrez's stunning free kick in stoppage time gave Algeria a 2-1 win over Nigeria in a tense Africa Cup of Nations semi-final played in a volatile atmosphere on Sunday.
2019-07-15 03:25:17 Read More

Dramatic World Cup final the best game ever, says England hero Ben Stokes

England's Ben Stokes hailed Sunday's dramatic World Cup final victory over New Zealand in a Super Over as the best match in cricket history.
2019-07-15 03:15:38 Read More

'When they chant Roger, I hear Novak': Novak Djokovic admits 'toughest' Wimbledon win

Novak Djokovic admitted his epic, record-breaking Wimbledon final triumph over Roger Federer on Sunday was the "toughest mentally" he had ever endured.
2019-07-15 03:04:51 Read More

If Dhoni doesnâ€™t quit, he may not be automatic pick in team

There is a feeling amongst those who matter in Indian cricket that the 38-year-old must now make way for others. Chief selector MSK Prasad is likely to speak to Dhoni soon and convey to the legend that his time to exit may have come, sources said. Dhoni has scored 10,773 runs in 350 ODIs@50.57, and 1617 runs in 98 T20Is@37.60.
2019-07-14 21:55:07 Read More

British GP: Lewis Hamilton says crowd gave him 'energy' for record win

Lewis Hamilton said the home crowd gave him the "energy" to help him claim a record sixth British Grand Prix victory ahead of his Mercedes teammate Valtteri Bottas.
2019-07-14 19:43:51 Read More

England victory is reward for long journey: Eoin Morgan

England captain Eoin Morgan said winning the World Cup for the first time by beating New Zealand in an extraordinary final at Lord's on Sunday was a fitting reward for years of hard work by his players.
2019-07-14 19:42:15 Read More

Djokovic reflects on 'unreal' Wimbledon final victory

Novak Djokovic said it was "unreal" to be holding the Wimbledon trophy for a fifth time having saved two match points against eight-time champion Roger Federer in Sunday's final.
2019-07-14 19:30:43 Read More

How England won their maiden WC title despite tied Super Over

England clinched their maiden World Cup title with a dramatic victory over New Zealand at the Lordâ€™s in London on Sunday. The summit clash was action packed, went down to the wire and New Zealand and England were at par till the last ball of the encounter.
2019-07-14 19:22:52 Read More

Four years' hard work pays off for England World Cup hero Stokes

England's Ben Stokes hailed Sunday's dramatic Super Over victory over New Zealand to win the Cricket World Cup as the culmination of four years' hard work.
2019-07-14 19:22:37 Read More

Djokovic beats Federer to win fifth Wimbledon title in epic final

Defending champion Novak Djokovic claimed his fifth Wimbledon title on Sunday beating eight-time champion Roger Federer 7-6 (7/5), 1-6, 7-6 (7/4), 4-6, 13-12 (7/3) in the longest ever final and settled by an historic tie-break.
2019-07-14 18:19:46 Read More

Watch: Lockie Ferguson takes a screamer to get rid of Eoin Morgan

Lockie Ferguson took an absolute blinder to dismiss skipper Eoin Morgan during Englandâ€™s run chase in the World Cup final at the Lordâ€™s in London. Chasing a decent 242-run target, England were in a spot of bother as they were reeling at 86 for four after Morganâ€™s departure.
2019-07-14 16:29:15 Read More

Lewis Hamilton wins record sixth British GP, extends F1 lead

Lewis Hamilton made the most of a favourable safety car intervention on Sunday to claim a record sixth British Grand Prix victory at a packed Silverstone.
2019-07-14 15:15:54 Read More

Mochizuki makes Grand Slam history for Japan at Wimbledon

Shintaro Mochizuki made history on Sunday becoming the first Japanese player to win a boy's Grand Slam title, beating Carlos Gimeno Valero of Spain 6-3, 6-2 in the Wimbledon final.
2019-07-14 14:56:36 Read More

India has to put in a lot of efforts for growth of football: Rijiju

Amid India's substandard performance in the ongoing Intercontinental Cup, Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Kiren Rijiju on Sunday said the country needs to put a lot of efforts for the growth of football in the country.
2019-07-14 14:26:24 Read More

India win six medals on Day 2 of Junior Shooting World Cup

India on Sunday bagged six medals, including two gold, to remain on top of the medal standings after day two of the ISSF Junior World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun in Suhl, Germany.
2019-07-14 14:25:51 Read More

Kane Williamson becomes captain with most runs in a World Cup

New Zealand's Kane Williamson on Sunday became the captain with most number of runs in a single World Cup, breaking the 12-year-old record of former Sri Lanka skipper Mahela Jayawardene who had amassed 548 runs in the 2007 edition of the showpiece event.
2019-07-14 13:16:58 Read More

Gold for Vinesh Phogat at Yasar Dogu International

Star India grappler Vinesh Phogat won her second consecutive gold in 53kg, winning the Yasar Dogu International with a commanding victory over Russia's Ekaterina Poleshchuk in Istanbul.
2019-07-14 12:45:01 Read More

KKR part ways with Kallis, Katich after below-par IPL 2019

Two-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday parted ways with head coach Jacques Kallis and assistant coach Simon Katich following a below-par IPL 2019 in which they finished fifth.
2019-07-14 11:31:09 Read More

WC Final Live: New Zealand bat first vs England

Check all the live score updates, Ball by ball commentary & scorecard of ICC Cricket World Cup final match between England and New Zealand on Times of India.
2019-07-14 09:38:45 Read More

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Stupid to call for heads of India players: Gambhir

While the former India batsman shared the disappointment of India's exit after losing to New Zealand in the semi-final, he believed it's time to look ahead and avoid any knee-jerk reactions, besides harnessing young talent like Rishabh Pant and Hardik Pandya.
2019-07-14 07:52:30 Read More

Heart says NZ, mind England: Gambhir on WC final

Gautam Gambhir doesn't mince words, and when it came to picking his winner of the 2019 ICC World Cup, the former India opener said: "My heart wants New Zealand but mind says England".
2019-07-14 07:03:19 Read More

Live Blog: England vs New Zealand WC Final

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2019-07-14 07:02:51 Read More

Wimbledon: Roger Federer ready for title tilt against Novak Djokovic

The classic has played, the credits have run. The Roger Federer-Rafael Nadal Wimbledon semifinal teased and thrilled a capacity crowd and beyond. The contest or the final - pitting Federer, the art of the sport, versus Novak Djokovic, the science of the matter - will be played on Sunday afternoon.
2019-07-14 05:46:23 Read More

Anas smashes 400m national record to qualify for World Championships

Mohammad Anas bettered his own national record in men's 400m to clinch a gold and qualify for the World Championships while Hima Das won the women's 200m event for her third international triumph in less than two weeks at the Kladno Athletics Meet in Czech Republic.
2019-07-14 05:40:51 Read More

'Sure-shot' England can't take NZ lightly: Kris

Not many predicted England and New Zealand to contest the final when the World Cup began. But the hosts survived a little hiccup to live up to their favourites tag and the Kiwis rode on a slice of luck to enter the semis before playing smart cricket to oust India.
2019-07-14 05:36:07 Read More

Simona Halep thwarts Serena Williams' history bid with stunning triumph

Serena Williams sat still. A little stunned, wearing the look of everyone present on Centre Court. Across from where the great American was seated was Romanian Simona Halep, all smiles, eyes brighter than the London summer sky.
2019-07-14 05:28:56 Read More

Don't make a killing on ticket resales, says Jimmy Neesham

India may not have reached the final of the 2019 World Cup, but it is still impacting the title clash in a big way.
2019-07-14 05:08:03 Read More

The resurrection men at 2019 World Cup

Just a few months ago, these cricketers were in the wilderness, their careers off track. The World Cup seemed a remote proposition as they served suspensions for transgressions on and off the field. But come the biggest stage, they have redeemed themselves and shown they are men of steel.
2019-07-14 04:49:05 Read More

England deserve to be favourites, says Kane Williamson

The 2015 losing finalists boast a well-balanced attack led by left-arm quick Trent Boult but their batting has been hugely reliant on captain Kane Williamson, who has scored 548 runs in the tournament at an outstanding average of 91.33, and Ross Taylor. Williamson said his side were happy to embrace their underdog status, acknowledging that England deserved to be favourites.
2019-07-14 04:13:15 Read More

Eoin Morgan not thinking about the big elusive World Cup trophy

The challenge for England, as they seek a first title in the 44-year history of the World Cup, is to embrace Sunday's occasion at Lord's without it inhibiting their "fearless" brand of cricket. "It's the culmination of four years of hard work and dedication, a lot of planning and it presents a huge opportunity to go on and try and win a World Cup," said Eoin Morgan.
2019-07-14 03:53:13 Read More

Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis out of Ashes calculations

All-rounders Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis have been excluded from a 25-player squad for an intra-Australia clash that will go a long way to deciding the makeup of Tim Paine's Ashes side.
2019-07-14 03:28:57 Read More

World Cup loss to Australia galvanised England, says Jason Roy

Jason Roy says England's stinging defeat by Australia in the World Cup league stage gave the hosts a "good kick" and helped them rediscover their mojo.
2019-07-14 03:26:37 Read More

Wimbledon: Juan Sebastian Cabal and Robert Farah win men's doubles

Juan Sebastian Cabal and Robert Farah became the first Colombians to win a Grand Slam men's doubles title when they beat France's Nicolas Mahut and Edouard Roger-Vasselin 6-7(5) 7-6(5) 7-6(6) 6-7(5) 6-3 in a near five-hour epic at Wimbledon on Saturday.
2019-07-14 03:18:52 Read More

Neymar says he's fit, posts mischievous Barcelona video

Neymar says he has recovered "almost 100 percent" from the ankle injury that ruled him out of Brazil's victorious Copa America campaign.
2019-07-14 03:10:04 Read More

England-New Zealand in battle for maiden World Cup title

Eoin Morgan's England face New Zealand at Lord's on Sunday as both the teams are desperate to win the World Cup for the first time. When England exited the 2015 tournament after an embarrassing defeat by Bangladesh, few tipped them as potential champions four years later. The key battle in the final could well be the one between England batting and New Zealand bowling.
2019-07-14 03:06:33 Read More

Inter Milan's Icardi leaves training camp amid transfer rumours

Inter Milan striker Mauro Icardi has left the club's pre-season training camp in Switzerland, the Serie A giants announced on Saturday, as speculation surrounding his future intensified.
2019-07-14 03:04:03 Read More

National camp for Indian hockey women's team from August 17

Hockey India named the 33 core probable players for the Indian Women's National Coaching Camp on Saturday. The camp will begin on 15 July in Sports Authority of India, Bengaluru.
2019-07-14 02:55:22 Read More

He was inconsolable, says Jadeja's wife Rivaba

Ravindra Jadeja's wife revealed that the all-rounder was inconsolable after India's loss in the ICC World Cup semi-final. "He was inconsolable after the loss and kept saying, 'if I wouldn't have got out, we could've won'," she said. Jadeja hit a whirlwind 77 off just 59 balls against New Zealand in the first semi-final of the World Cup, which India lost by 18 runs.
2019-07-14 02:52:46 Read More

Boxer Vijender wins 11th consecutive pro bout

After a long wait since his 10th professional bout, Vijender made his US professional circuit in victorious fashion, defeating Mike Snider with a Technical Knockout to take his unbeaten record to 11-0.
2019-07-14 02:27:20 Read More

From 8 to 10 teams, IPL eyes expansion, once again

Eight years after the BCCI first tried a similar expansion in 2011 and withdrew within the next two years owing to multiple controversies, a blueprint is getting ready again, thanks to the leagueâ€™s ambitious stakeholders. â€œThe plan is ready. Expansion is a certainty. What needs to be worked out is the tender process and how to go about it. Expect things to fall in place soon, certainly before the next IPL edition,â€ sources familiar with developments told TOI.
2019-07-13 21:05:22 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Sunday (July 14) that comprises the ICC World Cup final between New Zealand and England.
2019-07-13 18:45:00 Read More

Hima Das wins third gold in less than two weeks

Hima Das won the women's 200m event for her third international triumph in 11 days at the Kladno Memorial Athletics Meet at Kladno, Czech Republic on Saturday.
2019-07-13 17:53:01 Read More

Intercontinental Cup: India suffer 2-5 defeat against North Korea

Listless in the first half, India fought back in the second session with a spirited display but still lost 2-5 against North Korea to suffer their second consecutive defeat in the Intercontinental Cup football tournament in Ahmedabad Saturday.
2019-07-13 17:26:09 Read More

Anas smashes own national record in Czech Republic

Muhammed Anas bettered his own national record in men's 400m race while winning gold with an effort of 45.21 seconds at the Kladno Memorial Athletics Meet at Kladno, Czech Republic on Saturday.
2019-07-13 16:45:10 Read More

Milne hopeful of Guptill coming good in World Cup final

Adam Milne has backed compatriot Martin Guptill to come good on the biggest stage on Sunday and inspire New Zealand to a first-ever World Cup crown.
2019-07-13 16:29:32 Read More

Boy engrossed in book during Federer-Nadal Wimbledon clash goes viral

While the match between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal was another one for the highlight reels, it didn't seem to deter a boy in the stands from being engrossed in a book he was reading. The clip was broadcast during the first set of the match and Twitter did the rest expressing shock towards the boy for landing a coveted ticket to the match and not being interested in it.
2019-07-13 16:19:24 Read More

Williamson wants World Cup 'underdogs' New Zealand to have their day

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson says his side is happy to embrace their underdog status in Sunday's World Cup final against England at Lord's.
2019-07-13 15:17:41 Read More

Eoin Morgan tells England to replicate Australia form in final

England captain Eoin Morgan knows New Zealand have the ability to defend small totals and says the hosts will need to replicate their near-perfect game against Australia to prevail in Sunday's Cricket World Cup final.
2019-07-13 15:10:06 Read More

Halep beats Serena to win maiden Wimbledon title

Simona Halep torpedoed Serena Williams's latest bid to capture a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam on Saturday when she stormed to a sensational victory in a 56-minute Wimbledon final. The 27-year-old Romanian captured her second career major with a 6-2, 6-2 victory adding a maiden Wimbledon -- the first for her country -- to her 2018 Roland Garros triumph.
2019-07-13 14:17:19 Read More

India begin junior shooting World Cup campaign with two gold

Udhayveer Sidhu collected a double gold as India took pole position on day one of competitions at the Combined World Cup for junior shooters in Suhl, Germany.
2019-07-13 13:54:37 Read More

All the work's done, Roger Federer says ahead of Wimbledon final

As Roger Federer prepares to take on Novak Djokovic in Sunday's Wimbledon final, he knows there is little he can do now to improve his chances of winning a 21st Grand Slam title -- all the work has been done.
2019-07-13 13:51:28 Read More

Sublime Pogba helps Man United to 2-0 victory over Perth Glory

Want away star Paul Pogba overcame a turbulent week and helped a lacklustre Manchester United post a 2-0 friendly victory over Perth Glory on Saturday.
2019-07-13 13:40:27 Read More

Gujarat SAI campus to get centre for para athletes: Kiren Rijiju

The Sports Authority of India campus in Gandhinagar will get a global standard high performance training centre for para athletes with focus on athletics, power lifting, badminton and swimming, Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Kiren Rijiju said here Saturday.
2019-07-13 12:54:44 Read More

Indian women's football team jumps 6 places to 57 in FIFA rankings

The Indian women's football team jumped six places to 57th in the latest FIFA rankings on the back of some impressive performance in the past few months.
2019-07-13 12:32:42 Read More

Morgan hails McCullum influence ahead of World Cup final

England captain Eoin Morgan paid tribute to former New Zealand skipper Brendon McCullum ahead of his side's World Cup final against the Black Caps at Lord's on Sunday.
2019-07-13 12:32:18 Read More

Crowning of a first-time winner makes WC final special: Vettori

Former captain Daniel Vettori said Sunday's World Cup final between New Zealand and England will be "extra special" considering there would be a first-time champion.
2019-07-13 11:03:55 Read More

Weightlifter Pardeep Singh wins gold in Commonwealth Championships

Pardeep Singh created a new Commonwealth record in the clean and jerk category on the way to a gold medal as Indian weightlifters continued their impressive run on the last day of the Commonwealth Championships on Saturday.
2019-07-13 10:40:03 Read More

Sending MS Dhoni at No.7 was a team decision: Ravi Shastri

India head coach Ravi Shastri revealed that sending MS Dhoni to bat at No. 7 in their 18-run World Cup semifinal loss to New Zealand was a team decision. Chasing a total of 239, India lost four top order batsmen for just 24 runs inside 10 overs. But Dhoni was sent in to bat after Dinesh Karthik who came in at No. 5 followed by Hardik Pandya, raising quite a few eyebrows.
2019-07-13 06:54:06 Read More

Jacques Kallis expects a 'boxing match' in World Cup final

Not many had predicted the 2019 ICC World Cup Final to be played between England and New Zealand, but that takes nothing away from the two teams who have pulled out all stops in their effort to reach the title clash at Lord's on Sunday.
2019-07-13 06:33:58 Read More

SA didn't have a chance to win WC without you: Yuvraj tells ABD

"There was never a chance for South Africa to win this World Cup without you," said former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh to former Proteas captain AB de Villiers after he cleared the controversy regarding his selection in the World Cup.
2019-07-13 06:19:27 Read More

Eoin Morgan always has the faith in me, says Adil Rashid

England leg-spinner Adil Rashid said his skipper Eoin Morgan never lost faith in his abilities despite a modest performance in the league phase of the World Cup.
2019-07-13 05:58:18 Read More

England vs New Zealand: Three key World Cup battles

Hosts England face New Zealand in the World Cup final at Lord's on Sunday, with both nations seeking their first win in cricket's showpiece event.
2019-07-13 05:56:26 Read More

AFC wonâ€™t allow closed league forever: AIFF prez

Firefighting is what the AIFF president and former aviation minister Praful Patel is involved in currently as the I-League vs ISL tussle is reaching a non-sporting climax with a legal threat looming large.
2019-07-13 05:31:43 Read More

IOA's five-member committee to run golf in India

The Indian Olympic Association takes over the reins of Indian Golf Union, forming a five-member 'golf governance committee' which will oversee all aspects concerning participation of athletes in the Tokyo Olympic qualifiers/ events" until IGU's fresh election.
2019-07-13 05:30:52 Read More

You don't have to play flawless cricket to win: NZ coach

New Zealand coach Gary Stead, who played five Tests for the country as a top-order batsman, said the two teams had a fifty-fifty chance in the final, and that they do not need to play perfect cricket every time.
2019-07-13 05:17:05 Read More

WC Final: England, New Zealand seek perfect day

Both the finalists have ridden their luck to reach the stage where they are just a step away from creating history, but while one team's dream will get fulfilled, the other's will bite the dust. Who will have the last laugh?
2019-07-13 05:01:07 Read More

Simona Halep stands between Serena Williams and Court landmark

Serena Williams's place among the legends of tennis is assured but her mission will not be accomplished unless she at least equals Margaret Court's record haul of 24 Grand Slam singles titles.
2019-07-13 04:05:09 Read More

ICC World Cup: No Brexit in England dressing room

Amid this massive socio-political tectonic change comes the possibility of Englandâ€™s cricket team winning its maiden World Cup, led by a proud Irishman in Eoin Morgan.
2019-07-13 03:55:40 Read More

Juventus sign Genoa's Cristian Romero for 26 million euros

Juventus have signed Genoa's Cristian Romero for 26 million euros ($29.3m), but the centre-back will stay with his current club for another season, the Serie A champions announced on Friday.
2019-07-13 03:51:40 Read More

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Sifan Hassan breaks women's mile world record on emotional night

Sifan Hassan of the Netherlands broke the 23-year-old women's mile world record on Friday when she clocked 4 minutes 12.33 seconds, beating the 4:12.56 set by Russia's Svetlana Masterkova in Zurich in 1996.
2019-07-13 03:33:26 Read More

Will BCCI give rest to some players for WI tour?

The BCCI Selection Committee will meet in Mumbai on July 18 to announce the Test and limited-overs squads for the tour of West Indies, with some of the prominent names likely to be rested.
2019-07-13 03:32:49 Read More

Federer feels 'strange' being in Wimbledon final, 16 years after first

Roger Federer admitted Friday that it felt "strange" he and Serena Williams will compete for Wimbledon titles this weekend, 16 years after he made his Grand Slam breakthrough.
2019-07-13 03:25:25 Read More

England face day of destiny in final against New Zealand

England face NZ in the World Cup final knowing years of planning come down to a single day at Lord's. When England exited the 2015 edition, few were tipping them as potential champions in four years' time. "If you had offered us the position to play in a final the day after we were knocked out of the 2015 World Cup, I would have laughed at you," the England captains said.
2019-07-13 03:16:11 Read More

ICC struck by bouncer as radio feed for WC stops

Former players like Carl Hooper, Ricardo Powell, Mohammad Kaif and several others are still waiting for their payments as bounced cheques from the rights-holder of the radio feed to ICC has led to a mess.
2019-07-13 03:11:34 Read More

Veteran Justin Gatlin outguns upstart Noah Lyles in Monaco 100m

Veteran American sprinter Justin Gatlin scored one for the older generation by outsprinting up-and-coming compatriot Noah Lyles to victory in the 100 metres at Friday's Diamond League meet in Monaco.
2019-07-13 03:11:15 Read More

Inter Milan sign Italy midfielder Nicolo Barella from Cagliari

Inter Milan signed Italy international Nicolo Barella from Cagliari on Friday, the Serie A giants announced.
2019-07-13 03:02:59 Read More

Frank Williams back at Silverstone in his 50th year as team boss

The British Grand Prix at Silverstone has always been a season's highlight for Frank Williams and this weekend is no exception even if his 50th year in the sport sees his team last and without a point.
2019-07-13 02:54:12 Read More

I'll still trust MS Dhoni with what he is doing, says Steve Waugh

"Look the guy has been a genius in One-Day cricket. Again, the other day, until the run-out, he may have won the game. Youâ€™ve to remember that if he wasnâ€™t such a good player, you wouldnâ€™t be doubting whatâ€™s he doing," said Steve Waugh.
2019-07-13 02:51:16 Read More

Vintage Federer holds off Nadal to reach Wimbledon final

Roger Federer will play Novak Djokovic after he reached his 12th Wimbledon final on Friday beating great Spanish rival Rafael Nadal 7-6 (7/3), 1-6, 6-3, 6-4. Federer will be appearing in his 31st final at the majors.
2019-07-12 18:53:33 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Saturday (July 13) that comprises the Wimbledon women's singles final between Serena Williams and Simona Halep.
2019-07-12 18:45:00 Read More

'Hard to move on as players become legends in subcontinent'

Former Australia captain Steve Waugh believes that his country has the best phasing out policy for the biggest names unlike the subcontinent where it becomes difficult to move on once players attain legendary status.
2019-07-12 16:57:43 Read More

Djokovic beats Bautista Agut to reach 6th Wimbledon final

Novak Djokovic defeated Roberto Bautista Agut 6-2, 4-6, 6-3, 6-2 to triumph in four sets and advance to Wimbledon final. He will be seeking his fifth title at Wimbledon and 16th Grand Slam singles crown.
2019-07-12 15:13:46 Read More

Barcelona sign Antoine Griezmann after lengthy pursuit

Barcelona have signed French World Cup winner Antoine Griezmann from Atletico Madrid for 120 million euros (135 million dollars) on a five-year deal after paying his release clause, the La Liga champions said in a statement on Friday.
2019-07-12 13:43:25 Read More

Dutee finishes fifth in 200m final at World University Games

Competing in her fifth race in three days, Dutee Chand finished fifth in the women's 200m final at the World University Games here.
2019-07-12 13:11:26 Read More

England's Jofra Archer takes World Cup final in his stride

Jofra Archer says he will have no problems keeping his cool even during a World Cup final that comes just over two months after his England debut.
2019-07-12 13:00:37 Read More

Jason Roy leads the way for fearless England

Eoin Morgan has often spoken of the "fearless" cricket that has propelled England to the top of the one-day game and Jason Roy is the embodiment of that spirit at the World Cup. The opening batsman has been a key figure in taking England, who have yet to win the 50-over trophy, to their first final for 27 years.
2019-07-12 12:54:34 Read More

Rashid named Afghanistan captain across all formats

Afghanistan leg-spinner Rashid Khan has been appointed as the team's new captain across all three formats, the country's cricket board (ACB) announced on Friday.
2019-07-12 12:42:33 Read More

Was lucky to get a direct hit from the outfield: Martin Guptill on MS Dhoni run out

It was called a game-changing moment of brilliance but New Zealand batsman Martin Guptill says his direct hit that ran out M S Dhoni in the World Cup semifinal against India was more a case of luck doing its bit for him.
2019-07-12 12:31:09 Read More

Why Indian fans outnumbered everybody else at the World Cup

Indians in the UK and who travel from India and other countries are willing to pay hefty sums of money to buy tickets for India matches. When they don't find them on the official site, they turn to third party sources and willingly pay twenty times the face value for a match ticket. Purchasing power and passion resulted in a sea of blue every time Team India played.
2019-07-12 12:03:58 Read More

Vijender Singh set for US debut against Mike Snider on Saturday

Indian boxing star Vijender Singh will be back in action after more than a year when he will take on American Mike Snider in an eight-round super middleweight contest here on Saturday.
2019-07-12 11:12:24 Read More

I never tried to force myself into WC squad: AB de Villiers

Former South African cricketer AB de Villiers issued a statement on Friday saying there had been no contact between him and Cricket South Africa for months related to the player's plan of coming out of retirement ahead of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup.
2019-07-12 10:42:24 Read More

Dharmasena, Erasmus named on-field umpires for World Cup final

Sri Lanka's Kumar Dharmasena and Marais Erasmus of South Africa were on Friday appointed as the on-field umpires for the World Cup final between hosts England and New Zealand at the iconic Lord's on Sunday.
2019-07-12 10:33:17 Read More

Full schedule of India's upcoming cricket tour of West Indies

After their World Cup campaign, where they lost in the semi-finals to New Zealand, the Indian cricket team will take a quick break before their tour of the Caribbean. India are scheduled to play a three-match T20I series, followed by three ODIs and two Tests.
2019-07-12 09:37:10 Read More

CoA to have WC review meeting with Kohli and Shastri

The SC-appointed Committee of Administrators will review India's World Cup performance in a meeting with skipper Virat Kohli and chief coach Ravi Shastri. CoA chairman Vinod Rai said that he has not yet put a date and time on the meeting adding that he will also speak to selection committee head on the road ahead. Ambati Rayudu's handling is also likely to be reviewed.
2019-07-12 09:05:44 Read More

WC: Holding MS Dhoni back in semis baffled Sourav Ganguly

"India, who were outstanding in the group stages, made a few surprising decisions in this game (semi-final). Leaving Dhoni for so late, when three wickets are lost early, was a blunder. They needed to consolidate and if anyone was a perfect foil to young Rishabh (Pant) at that stage, it would have been Dhoni.
2019-07-12 08:26:34 Read More

Lifter Ajay Singh creates new Commonwealth record

Indian weightlifter Ajay Singh Friday created a new Commonwealth record in the clean and jerk category en route to a gold medal at the Commonwealth Championships here Friday.
2019-07-12 07:39:11 Read More

Lifter Ajay Singh creates new Commonwealth record

I would pay to watch Virat Kohli bat: Clive Lloyd

The former West Indies captain Clive Lloyd, a two-time World Cup winner, is in awe of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who made a new record of five centuries in a single edition of the showpiece ODI tournament.
2019-07-12 06:50:55 Read More

ICC World Cup: England stomp Australia to enter final

The hosts hammered Australia by eight wickets to reach their first final in 27 years as they chased down the 224-run target with 17.5 overs to spare and will face New Zealand in the final at Lord's on July 14
2019-07-12 06:37:59 Read More

Thoughts of dealing with Bumrah gave Taylor a restless night

The prospect of collecting some quick runs straight up against the likes of Bumrah robbed Taylor of his sleep. "I woke up at 3 am and I didn't know how I was going to go out there and bat. You've got Bumrah, the best death bowler in the world and Bhuvneshwar Kumar being very crafty and hitting the holes. That's why I was in two minds and woke up early," he said.
2019-07-12 06:26:34 Read More

Semi-final rout raises Australia's Ashes anxiety

Australian media lamented their team's "shellacking" by England in the Cricket World Cup semi-final Friday, warning it was an ominous harbinger for the upcoming Ashes series.
2019-07-12 04:55:10 Read More

WC: Team India considered Virat at No. 4 slot

According to TOI sources, right before India began their run-chase in the semi-final against New Zealand, Kohli discussed with Ravi Shastri, Sanjay Bangar and MS Dhoni to check if he could drop down the order to bat at No. 4.
2019-07-12 04:26:46 Read More

Finch rues one of the worst performances by Aus

Australia have made significant progress in the last one year but ended up producing one of their worst performances of the World Cup in Thursday's semi-final against England, captain Aaron Finch said on Thursday.
2019-07-12 04:24:37 Read More

Morgan wants England to relish WC final pressure

Eoin Morgan urged England "not to shy away" from the pressure of the World Cup final after they stormed into the showpiece with an eight-wicket thrashing of champions Australia at Edgbaston on Thursday.
2019-07-12 04:18:14 Read More

MS Dhoni's 'last' WC knock leaves house divided

MS Dhoni coming out to bat as low as No. 7 in India's World Cup semi-final defeat against New Zealand has been one of the most debated topics after India's second consecutive exit in the semis of the premier ODI tournament.
2019-07-12 04:00:24 Read More

My heart is heavy as I'm sure yours is too: Rohit

A day after losing to New Zealand in the semi-final of the ICC World Cup, India opening batsman Rohit Sharma admitted that they failed to deliver, and thanked fans for their colossal support to the Men in Blue during the tournament.
2019-07-12 03:50:48 Read More

Dhoni unlikely for India's tour of West Indies?

Ever since India's defeat to NZ in the semi-final, speculation has been rife that it might have been MS Dhoni's last appearance for India in ODIs. But only Dhoni knows the answer to that. The national selection committee will meet on July 17 or 18 to pick the squads for a tour to the Caribbean, and those in the know say â€œDhoni will not go to the West Indiesâ€.
2019-07-12 03:36:37 Read More

Jason Roy fined for expressing dissent at umpire's decision

England's opening batsman Jason Roy has been fined 30 per cent of his match fee after he expressed dissent at the umpire's decision during his side's semi-final clash against Australia at Edgbaston on Thursday.
2019-07-12 03:30:13 Read More

Wimbledon: After fulfilling mother's dream, Halep chases her own

A game that was honed on the sandy beaches of the Black Sea coast of Constanta will be on show for the world to savour in Saturday's Wimbledon final as Simona Halep earned a chance to fulfil one of her mother's cherished dreams.
2019-07-12 03:14:51 Read More

ICC World Cup: Did lack of another front-line batsman cost India?

Improper planning, an unsettled batting order and the lack of a third front-line batsman to follow Rohit and Kohli hampered Indiaâ€™s chances in the semi-final against New Zealand. Barring these two, the rest of the batting line-up consisted of one ageing and past-his-prime legend in MS Dhoni and several untested, unproven or unsuitable players.
2019-07-12 03:09:26 Read More

Cricket World Cup final to be shown free to air in UK

England's first Cricket World Cup final appearance for 27 years will be screened on free to air television in the United Kingdom to satisfy the demand to watch Sunday's showdown against New Zealand.
2019-07-12 03:04:57 Read More

Strauss emotional after England 'obliterate' Australia to reach final

Former England director of cricket Andrew Strauss was overcome with emotion after the team he helped build "obliterated" Australia to reach the World Cup final on Thursday.
2019-07-12 02:53:47 Read More

Wimbledon: Serena keeps calm and carries on in pursuit of number 24

There were no intimidating roars of "c'mon", few fist pumps and the volume was turned down on the grunting that often accompanies her matches as Serena Williams marched into her 11th Wimbledon singles final on Thursday.
2019-07-12 02:42:24 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Friday (July 12) that comprise the Wimbledon men's singles semi-final between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer.
2019-07-11 18:45:00 Read More

We have made dramatic improvement since 2015: Eoin Morgan

England captain Eoin Morgan on Thursday said his team has taken a massive leap since its first round exit in World Cup four years ago and has a "huge opportunity" to win the elusive crown at Lord's on Sunday.
2019-07-11 17:26:32 Read More

Woakes hails 'incredible' England after hosts power into World Cup final

Chris Woakes saluted England's "incredible" eight-wicket demolition of Australia as the hosts swaggered into their first World Cup final since 1992.
2019-07-11 16:56:28 Read More

World Cup: England end Australia's title defence, face NZ in final

England defeated Australia and stormed into the Cricket World Cup final with a comprehensive eight-wicket victory over the five-time champions in the second semi-final on Thursday. England, who last made the final in 1992 when they lost to Pakistan, will meet 2015 runners-up New Zealand in Sunday's final at Lord's where new champions will be crowned.
2019-07-11 16:38:36 Read More

Starc breaks McGrath's record for most wickets in a World Cup

Australia fast bowler Mitchell Starc set a new record for most wickets in a single World Cup when he had England's Jonny Bairstow lbw in the semi-finals at Edgbaston on Thursday. He broke the record of 26 for a single edition he had previously shared with Glenn McGrath.
2019-07-11 15:49:14 Read More

Serena Williams to face Simona Halep in Wimbledon final

Serena Williams powered through to her 11th Wimbledon final as she overwhelmed unseeded Czech Barbora Strycova in a brutal 6-1, 6-2 victory on Centre Court on Thursday. Clobbering huge serves and forehands, the veteran American was always in control as she set up a showdown with Romanian former world number one Simona Halep in Saturday's final.
2019-07-11 15:19:57 Read More

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I am Mary Kom's biggest fan: Sunil Chhetri

Indian striker Sunil Chhetri, who recently won the AIFF Player of the Year for a record sixth time, in an interview with AIFF revealed that he gets his motivation from a lot of personalities who have done well in their respective fields and star boxer MC Mary Kom is one of them.
2019-07-11 14:02:55 Read More

Halep becomes first Romanian woman to reach Wimbledon final

Simona Halep became the first Romanian woman to reach the Wimbledon final on Friday when she defeated Ukraine's Elina Svitolina 6-1, 6-3.
2019-07-11 13:30:49 Read More

Barcelona beat PSG to sign 16-year-old English striker Louie Barry

Barcelona have beaten Paris St Germain to the signing of one of England's brightest talents in 16-year-old striker Louie Barry from Championship side West Bromwich Albion.
2019-07-11 13:16:15 Read More

Lifter Jeremy smashes Youth World record

Youth Olympics gold medallist Jeremy Lalrinnunga smashed three records in a power-packed performance but failed to register a clean and jerk lift on day three at the Commonwealth Championships on Thursday.
2019-07-11 12:45:42 Read More

Lakshya Sen, HS Prannoy, Sourabh Verma enter round 2 of US Open badminton

Rising India shuttler Lakshya Sen stunned senior compatriot Parupalli Kashyap to enter the second round, while HS Prannoy and Sourabh Verma also advanced in the men's singles competition of the US Open in Fullerton (USA).
2019-07-11 12:18:55 Read More

Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal braced for Wimbledon epic

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal battle for a place in the Wimbledon final on Friday, 11 years after they mesmerised Centre Court in a Grand Slam championship match widely regarded as the greatest ever played.
2019-07-11 11:52:31 Read More

Lord's may witness a 'sea of blue' as Indians set to fill stands

The setting wouldn't be an ideal one but Indians across the globe who have landed in or based out of the United Kingdom will be in majority during the World Cup final at the Lord's on July 14.
2019-07-11 11:29:58 Read More

World Cup: Alex Carey hit on chin by Archer delivery

Australia wicket-keeper batsman Alex Carey on Thursday received medical treatment immediately after blood streamed down his chin during the second semi-final of the ICC World Cup against England at Birmingham in Edgbaston.
2019-07-11 11:14:09 Read More

Lata Mangeshkar bats for MS Dhoni

Lata Mangeshkar on Thursday urged Mahendra Singh Dhoni to not think about retiring anytime soon as the country still needs a cricketer like him.
2019-07-11 11:03:24 Read More

Virat not against IPL-style playoffs in World Cup

Asked whether IPL-style playoffs should be an option in future, Kohli said, "Who knows in future. Maybe. If topping the table means anything. I think these things can come into consideration, looking at the magnitude of this tournament." Kohli, however, said the semifinal format has its own charm as it completely negates a team's previous performances in the event.
2019-07-11 09:46:29 Read More

WC Semis Live: Australia bat first vs England

Check all the live score updates, ball-by-ball commentary and scorecard of ICC Cricket World Cup match between Australia and England on Times of India
2019-07-11 09:07:16 Read More

Kohli to fans after World Cup exit: 'We gave everything we had'

"Firstly I want to thank all our fans who came in huge numbers to support the team. You made it a memorable tournament for all of us & we definitely felt the love showered upon the team. We are all disappointed & share the same emotions as you. We gave everything we had. Jai hind," Kohli wrote on Twitter.
2019-07-11 08:17:08 Read More

Ravindra Jadeja: 'I will give my best till my last breath'

Ravindra Jadejaâ€™s all-round brilliance against New Zealand in the ICC World Cup 2019 semi-final at the jam-packed Old Trafford ground in Manchester was not enough to take India through to Sunday's final at Lord's.
2019-07-11 08:06:03 Read More

Live Blog: Australia vs England, WC semi-final

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Team India's achievements in 2019 World Cup

New Zealand reached their second successive World Cup final by defeating India by 18 runs at the Old Trafford on Wednesday. The match lasted two days due to inclement weather. Chasing a modest target of 240, India's top order was left reeling as Matt Henry and Boult reduced the world's number one side to 24/4.
2019-07-11 07:06:57 Read More

Fans support emotional MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma

Indian cricket fans on twitter came out in support of their heroes after the likes of MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma were visibly distraught following Team India's shocking World Cup exit.
2019-07-11 06:10:55 Read More

Hopefully, we can adopt 1.5 billion Indian fans, says Kane Williamson

After beating Virat Kohli's men in the semifinals, New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson is hopeful that Indian fans are not too angry with the Black Caps and would be supporting them in the finals of the ongoing World Cup.
2019-07-11 06:07:17 Read More

The Sun will still rise - India's WC exit sinks in

India exited the World Cup on Wednesday after an 18-run defeat against New Zealand who put up a stunning show on the field to defend a below-par 239/8 in the first semi-final.
2019-07-11 06:02:02 Read More

The Sun will still rise - India's WC exit sinks in

Gutsy Ravindra Jadeja claims his piece

With his knock of 77 against New Zealand, Ravindra Jadeja became the batsman with the highest score in the second innings of a World Cup batting at number 8. But sadly, it wasn't enough to take India home.
2019-07-11 05:41:12 Read More

We are sad but not devastated, says Virat Kohli

A spell of pedestrian cricket inside 45 minutes ruined India's campaign in the World Cup, captain Virat Kohli lamented after his team's semifinal loss to New Zealand in a low-scoring thriller on Wednesday. "We played outstanding cricket and to just go out on the basis of 45 minutes of bad cricket is saddening and it breaks your heart," Kohli said.
2019-07-11 05:14:04 Read More

Fearless Barbora Strycova looks to turn the tables on Serena Williams

The fight is raging in Serena Williams. Fists clenched, eyes flashing fire. The snarl, the scream. She's into it. The little big test will come on Thursday. In the shape of a 5 ft 5' 33-year-old. Barbora Strycova is her name and she has race car wheels.
2019-07-11 05:03:27 Read More

Fearless Barbora Strycova looks to turn the tables on Serena Williams

Jadeja lends semblance of respectability to lost cause

India did find an unlikely hero in Ravindra Jadeja who took the team to the doorstep of victory but failed to unlock the door. Jadeja (77) partnered MS Dhoni in a century-plus stand but India were bowled out for 221 in the final over. New Zealand will play hosts England or defending champions Australia in Sunday's final at Lord's.
2019-07-11 04:56:50 Read More

Jadeja and Dhoni nearly took it away from us, says Ross Taylor

One of the senior-most players in the New Zealand team, Ross Taylor's knock of 74 proved to be crucial in the World Cup semifinal against India, but what was even more challenging for the former skipper was having to resume his innings on Wednesday morning after the game was stopped due to rain on Tuesday in the 47th over of the innings.
2019-07-11 04:27:31 Read More

India physio Patrick Farhart thanks BCCI on last day at work

Indian cricket team physiotherapist Patrick Farhart wished the team and thanked the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for their support on his last day at work, after India's 18-run loss to New Zealand in the semifinal on Wednesday.
2019-07-11 03:55:12 Read More

Four reasons why India lost World Cup S/F against New Zealand

After restricting New Zealand to a modest 239 for eight, the famed Indian top-order failed for the first time in the tournament as Virat Kohli and his men were all out for 221 in 49.3 overs in the World Cup semifinal.
2019-07-11 03:50:40 Read More

Social media critics no problem but not granny, says Matt Kuchar

Matt Kuchar might have been able to shrug off withering social media criticism after paying less than the going rate to his stand-in caddie, but disappointing his grandmother was a whole different matter.
2019-07-11 03:42:04 Read More

Chelsea held by Bohemians in Frank Lampard's first match in charge

Frank Lampard was denied a winning start in his first match in charge of Chelsea as Bohemians struck late to earn a 1-1 draw in a friendly on Wednesday.
2019-07-11 03:39:57 Read More

Virat Kohli says fans should be 'measured' after World Cup woe

India captain Virat Kohli has urged frustrated fans in his cricket-crazy nation not to get emotional after their shock World Cup semi-final defeat to New Zealand on Wednesday.
2019-07-11 03:30:01 Read More

Dhoni's batting position baffles Tendulkar, Ganguly

Batting legend Sachin Tendulkar and former India captain Sourav Ganguly were left baffled when MS Dhoni came out to bat at No.7 in India's 18-run semifinal defeat to New Zealand at the World Cup on Wednesday.
2019-07-11 03:09:21 Read More

Wimbledon: Nadal sets up semi-final clash against Federer

Rafael Nadal will play great rival Roger Federer in a blockbuster Wimbledon semi-final after beating Sam Querrey 7-5, 6-2, 6-2 on Wednesday. The 33-year-old Spaniard will face Federer at Wimbledon for the first time since their epic 2008 final.
2019-07-11 02:51:05 Read More

Dutee Chand bags gold at World Universiade games

Sprinter Dutee Chand became the first Indian ever to win gold in the 100m race at a global meet when she finished first in the event at the World Universiade in Napoli on Wednesday. Soon after her historic win, Dutee Chand tweeted: â€œPull me down, I will come back stronger!â€ The tweet was Duteeâ€™s way of answering her critics.
2019-07-10 19:25:35 Read More

Kiwis halt Indiaâ€™s flight as Men in Blue lose thriller by 18 runs

Confronted with a moving ball and bowlers who had the skill to exploit the conditions, the fabled top order froze like a deer trapped in the headlights. A late fightback turned what threatened to be a one-sided match into a thriller, but it wasn't enough to stop the Kiwis from entering their second consecutive World Cup final.
2019-07-10 19:12:16 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Thursday (July 11) that comprise the second semi-final of the ICC World Cup 2019 between Australia and England.
2019-07-10 18:45:00 Read More

Roger Federer wins 100th Wimbledon match to reach 13th semi-final

Roger Federer recovered from losing the opening set to defeat Japan's Kei Nishikori 4-6, 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 to book his place in the semi-finals of a Grand Slam for the 45th time.
2019-07-10 17:46:48 Read More

Ravindra Jadeja ripped me apart on all fronts: Sanjay Manjrekar

Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar, who was subjected to criticism for calling Ravindra Jadeja a 'bits and pieces cricketer', finally praised the player for his all-round performance against New Zealand in the semi-final of the ongoing Cricket World Cup on Wednesday.
2019-07-10 17:44:28 Read More

It was a tactical blunder to send Dhoni at No. 7, say former greats

India committed a "tactical blunder" by dropping Dhoni to number seven in the batting order, said former stalwarts Ganguly and Laxman, who were baffled by the move in the World Cup semi-final against New Zealand. Pandya and Karthik were sent ahead of Dhoni when India were positioned precariously at five for three and later 24 for four.
2019-07-10 17:18:11 Read More

Dhoni's run-out was turning point, says Kane Williamson

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson was fully aware of the damage MS Dhoni could have inflicted to his team and Martin Guptill's direct throw from the deep to get the former India captain run-out was the turning point of their World Cup semi-final win on Wednesday.
2019-07-10 17:00:20 Read More

India can't always rely on Rohit, Kohli: Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar on Wednesday led the cricketing fraternity in lauding the fighting spirit of MS Dhoni and Ravindra Jadeja in the World Cup semifinal against New Zealand, but said the Indian batting can't always rely on the famed top-order to deliver the goods.
2019-07-10 16:33:32 Read More

In Pics: New Zealand stun India by 18 runs to reach World Cup final

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Dhoni has not told us anything about retirement, says Kohli

India captain Virat Kohli said MS Dhoni has not told him anything about his future plans amid speculation that the veteran may call it quits after team's semi-final exit from the World Cup. Dhoni scored 50 off 72 balls in India's 18-run defeat at the hands of New Zealand.
2019-07-10 16:24:11 Read More

Bautista Agut wears down Pella to reach Wimbledon semi-final

Roberto Bautista Agut reached his first Grand Slam semi-final by wearing down Argentine Guido Pella at Wimbledon on Wednesday to steal a march on his more decorated fellow Spaniard Rafael Nadal.
2019-07-10 16:20:54 Read More

Forty-five minutes of bad cricket put us out of World Cup: Kohli

Unable to cope with the pace bowling of Matt Henry and Trent Boult, India were reduced to 5-3, 24-4 and 92-6 before Ravindra Jadeja inspired a late revival. "It's tough, 45 mins of bad cricket put you out of the tournament. It's hard to come to terms with but New Zealand deserve it, they put us under pressure and came through in the key moments," Kohli said.
2019-07-10 15:26:43 Read More

New Zealand stun India by 18 runs to reach World Cup final

New Zealand reached their second World Cup final with a stunning 18-run win over shell-shocked India at Old Trafford. India were reeling at 24-4 in their chase for a modest victory target of 240 in what had appeared to be a lop-sided semi-final.
2019-07-10 15:04:00 Read More

World Cup: PM Modi lauds Team India's fighting spirit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded Indian cricketers after they suffered a heart-breaking 18-run loss to New Zealand in the first semifinal of the ICC World Cup at the Old Trafford in Manchester on Wednesday.
2019-07-10 14:47:21 Read More

Eoin Morgan urges England to embrace World Cup 'dream'

England captain Eoin Morgan has urged his side to embrace their World Cup dreams as they prepare for Thursday's blockbuster semi-final against old rivals Australia.
2019-07-10 14:38:15 Read More

Wimbledon: Clinical Djokovic destroys Goffin to reach semis

Four-time champion Novak Djokovic reached the Wimbledon semi-finals for the ninth time on Wednesday with a 6-4, 6-0, 6-2 win over David Goffin of Belgium. The world number one secured his 70th match win at the tournament and will be playing in his 36th semi-final at the majors.
2019-07-10 14:21:08 Read More

Australia's Wade replaces injured Khawaja in World Cup squad

Australia have drafted in wicketkeeper-batsman Matthew Wade as replacement for injured Usman Khawaja ahead of Thursday's Cricket World Cup semi-final against England, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Wednesday.
2019-07-10 11:50:10 Read More

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Indian weightlifters win 7 gold on Day 2 of Commonwealth Championships

Rakhi Halder and Davinder Kaur won a gold medal each in the senior women's section as Indian weightlifters continued their impressive show on the second day of the Commonwealth Championships on Wednesday.
2019-07-10 11:36:41 Read More

Hafeez not to retire from ODIs and T20Is after World Cup debacle

Senior all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez has no plans to retire from the limited overs format after Pakistan endured a disappointing World Cup campaign in the United Kingdom.
2019-07-10 11:24:52 Read More

Have worked out plan to beat Snider: Vijender Singh ahead of US debut

Gearing up for his debut in the US professional circuit, Indian boxing star Vijender Singh Wednesday said he has worked out all possible strategies to beat his rival Mike Snider, who has promised to make it a rough clash on Saturday.
2019-07-10 10:59:24 Read More

Watch: Batting genius Kohli tries to bowl like Bumrah

Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah shared a light moment ahead of the resumption of the World Cup semifinal here on Wednesday when the India captain tried to bowl like his number one strike bowler.
2019-07-10 10:52:42 Read More

Batting legend Sunil Gavaskar turns 70

As former India batsman Sunil Gavaskar turns 70 today, fans and cricketers flooded the social-media with wishes for the veteran.
2019-07-10 08:51:57 Read More

Old Trafford turns into 'no-fly zone'

The Old Trafford stadium was made a "No Fly Zone" for India's semifinal clash against New Zealand, an action prompted by a private plane displaying anti-India banners during the team's league encounter against Sri Lanka in Headingley. This step was taken following a request by the Greater Manchester Police.
2019-07-10 04:51:11 Read More

Kane Williamson plays lone ranger, again

Batting first against India in the World Cup semifinal, Kane Williamson again came to his team's rescue with a classy 67, his fourth 50-plus score in the tournament which includes two centuries. Williamson steadied the ship and gave New Zealand something to play with. His 67 took his World Cup tally to 548 in eight innings at an astounding average of 91.33.
2019-07-10 04:39:33 Read More

It's quite unfair to criticise Dhoni, says Kapil Dev

MS Dhoni has come up with decent scores in the World Cup, but what the scorecards don't reflect is his inability to rotate the strike and strike big. Some have attributed it to the lack of intent and some have pointed out the his waning capabilities as a finisher, something that had once made him a top short format player in the world.
2019-07-10 04:06:17 Read More

Rohit Sharma better than me and my brothers: Mushtaq Mohammad

Rohit Sharma's batting in this World Cup has charmed everyone. And among his fans is Pakistan great Mushtaq Mohammad. Does Rohit remind Mushtaq of any Pakistani batsman, or any of his illustrious brothers - Hanif, Sadiq or Wazir Mohammad - who were all a treat to watch? Mushtaq's answer tells you how highly he rates Rohit. "He's a lot better than any of us," he says.
2019-07-10 03:22:57 Read More

Wimbledon: Federer wary of fresher, stronger Nishikori

Roger Federer believes his Wimbledon quarter-final opponent Kei Nishikori is ready to challenge for Grand Slams after the Japanese number one seems to have found a way to reach the latter stages without getting tangled up in marathon matches.
2019-07-10 03:17:40 Read More

Don't patronise me, says Johanna Konta after Wimbledon loss

Johanna Konta did not take kindly to her 34 unforced errors being raised as a topic of discussion after her disappointing 7-6 (7/5), 6-1 defeat to Barbora Strycova in the Wimbledon quarter-finals on Tuesday.
2019-07-10 03:07:51 Read More

Wimbledon: Svitolina first Ukrainian woman to reach major semis

If it had not been for a bout of childhood jealously, Elina Svitolina might never have pulled off the nerve-shredding win over Karolina Muchova at Wimbledon on Tuesday that saw her become the first Ukrainian woman to reach the singles semi-finals at a major.
2019-07-10 03:07:31 Read More

Dutee Chand wins gold in World University Games

Sprinter Dutee Chand won the 100m gold medal on Tuesday (local time) in the ongoing World University Games in Napoli.
2019-07-10 02:45:20 Read More

Dutee Chand wins gold in World University Games

Sprinter Dutee Chand won the 100m gold medal on Tuesday (local time) in the ongoing World University Games in Napoli.
2019-07-10 02:45:20 Read More

Rain takes India-New Zealand World Cup semifinal into reserve day

The World Cup semifinal between India and New Zealand will head into a second day after rain prevented the match finishing as scheduled at Old Trafford on Tuesday. New Zealand had struggled to 211/5 off 46.1 overs when persistent rain worsened sufficiently for the umpires to halt play with 23 balls left in the innings.
2019-07-10 02:43:42 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Wednesday (July 10) that comprise the first semi-final of the ICC World Cup 2019 between India and New Zealand which has been deferred to reserve day due to rain.
2019-07-09 18:45:00 Read More

Sunil Chhetri named AIFF Player of Year for sixth time

Talismanic Indian captain Sunil Chhetri was Tuesday named as the AIFF Men's Footballer of the Year for a record-extending sixth time. The 34-year-old striker, who has been in peak form in the last couple of years, has earlier won the honour in 2007, 2011, 2013, 2014 and 2017. He currently plays for Bengaluru FC in the Indian Super League.
2019-07-09 15:58:29 Read More

Wimbledon witnesses first 12-12 tiebreak

Wimbledon got its first 12-12 final set tie-break on Tuesday when Henri Kontinen and John Peers defeated Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury in a men's doubles match. The eighth-seeded pair won 7-6 (7/2), 6-4, 3-6, 4-6, 13-12 (7/2) in four hours and 29 minutes.
2019-07-09 15:23:57 Read More

Serena into 12th Wimbledon semi-final after tough duel

Seven-time champion Serena Williams reached her 12th Wimbledon semi-final on Tuesday with a hard fought 6-4, 4-6, 6-3 victory over unseeded American compatriot Alison Riske.
2019-07-09 14:47:07 Read More

Coin fails to land on either side during toss in Nepal vs Hong Kong U19 match

In a bizarre turn of events, the toss during the Nepal vs Hong Kong ACC U19 - Eastern Region - 2019 final had to be redone after the coin failed to land on either side and instead stood upright.
2019-07-09 14:29:53 Read More

Hope god sits in our dressing room if we play England in final: Shastri

India coach Ravi Shastri felt god was in England's dressing room during their World Cup league stage loss to the hosts, but hoped he will be on their side if they meet again, in the tournament final.
2019-07-09 14:18:27 Read More

Defence is the best form of attack, says Fergus Kavanagh

With a year to go for the Tokyo Olympics, the Indian men's hockey team is far from being a finished product. To begin with, it must cross the first and critical hurdle of qualifying for the Games. To up their game, Manpreet Singh's men have been going through specialized position-based training camps over the past couple of months.
2019-07-09 14:06:26 Read More

Halep beats Zhang to reach Wimbledon semifinals

Simona Halep reached her second Wimbledon semi-final on Tuesday with a 7-6 (7/4), 6-1 victory over China's Zhang Shuai.
2019-07-09 14:01:08 Read More

Plunkett warns Australia: England are a 'different animal' now

Liam Plunkett has warned Australia that England are a "different sort of animal" from their predecessors as they prepare for their blockbuster World Cup semi-final.
2019-07-09 13:31:49 Read More

England have positive record against Australia: Joe Root

England's star batsman Joe Root says they have the ability to exact revenge for the league stage loss to Australia when the arch-rivals meet in Thursday's World Cup semifinal.
2019-07-09 13:09:35 Read More

Fans express love for MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli

As the Old Trafford turned blue in support of India against New Zealand at the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup semi-final on Tuesday, the fans expressed their love and respect for both current and former captain, Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni.
2019-07-09 12:14:51 Read More

Indian team management criticised for excluding Shami

The Indian team management was on Tuesday criticised on social media after they did not include right-arm pacer Mohammed Shami in the playing XI for the World Cup semi-final clash against New Zealand at the Old Trafford in Manchester.
2019-07-09 11:17:15 Read More

Federer eyes 100th Wimbledon win and Nadal showdown

Roger Federer can rack up his 100th win at Wimbledon on Wednesday and set-up a blockbuster semi-final against Rafael Nadal.
2019-07-09 10:44:20 Read More

Was never settled in any IPL franchise: Yuvraj Singh

Yuvraj Singh played for six different franchises in the IPL. "I was never settled in whichever franchise I played for. I didn't really get settled where you are made to play for one franchise or maybe two. I probably had my best IPL season with RCB. It was unfortunate not to come to KKR," he said.
2019-07-09 09:54:37 Read More

Mirabai Chanu wins gold at Commonwealth Championship

Former world champion Mirabai Chanu led the Indian medal rush by notching up a gold on the opening day of the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championship here on Tuesday.
2019-07-09 09:36:09 Read More

World Cup India vs NZ semifinal Live: No rain in Manchester currently

Check all the live score updates, ball by ball commentary & scorecard of ICC Cricket World Cup semi-final match between India and New Zealand on Times of India.
2019-07-09 08:35:16 Read More

Old Trafford air space to remain shut during India-New Zealand World Cup clash

The Old Trafford stadium has been made a "No Fly Zone" for India's semifinal clash against New Zealand on Tuesday, an action prompted by a private plane displaying anti-India banners during the team's league encounter against Sri Lanka in Headingley.
2019-07-09 07:50:44 Read More

ICC World Cup: What happens if semis or final is washed out?

The fickle English weather has made an impact on matches more than once during the 2019 ICC World Cup. Four of the 45 league matches were washed out, the most in a single edition of the ODI World Cup.
2019-07-09 06:30:38 Read More

Weather Updates: Will rain affect Ind-NZ semis?

The British MET Department has forecast cloudy skies with possible intermittent spells of rain on Tuesday in Manchester, where India will take on New Zealand in the first semi-final.
2019-07-09 06:11:18 Read More

Zola says Chelsea got rid of Maurizio Sarri too soon

Former Chelsea striker Gianfranco Zola believes the London club got rid of Maurizio Sarri too soon and said they would have benefited if the Italian coach had been given more time.
2019-07-09 04:57:03 Read More

Rahul Dravid takes charge, BCCI to pick NCA's head of education

For the first time in their close to two-decade long history, the BCCI's National Cricket Academy (NCA) will interview at least five candidates on Tuesday afternoon to select the best possible individual for the post of 'Head of Education'.
2019-07-09 04:00:22 Read More

PSG 'regret' Neymar no-show at training

Neymar failed to show up for pre-season training with Paris Saint-Germain on Monday with the club announcing they would take "appropriate action".
2019-07-09 03:35:22 Read More

Serena Williams fined $10,000 for damaging Wimbledon court

Serena Williams was fined $10,000 by the All England Club for damaging one of Wimbledon's courts with her racket prior to the start of the tournament, media reported.
2019-07-09 03:24:28 Read More

India vs New Zealand: It isn't that unequal

It was 44 years ago, when the two sides met for the first time in an ODI. (New Zealand were 9 matches old then, while India had played four). And Old Trafford, Manchester played host to the Group A league game of the 1975 Prudential World Cup.
2019-07-09 03:19:52 Read More

Serena Williams wary of Alison Riske factor at Wimbledon

Serena Williams may never get a better chance of equalling Margaret Court's Grand Slam title record of 24 with the Wimbledon quarter-finals bereft of the leading lights in women's tennis.
2019-07-09 03:13:01 Read More

'Big Three' still cricket's dominant powers

The World Cup, which will generate some Â£400 million ($500 million) in broadcast revenues alone, is key in funding ICC's work in developing the sport. Yet most of the money still finds its way to cricket's richest countries.
2019-07-09 03:09:36 Read More

Kei Nishikori to face Roger Federer in Wimbledon last-eight

Japanese eighth seed Kei Nishikori set-up a Wimbledon quarter-final clash against Roger Federer on Monday. Nishikori defeated Mikhail Kukushkin of Kazakhstan 6-3, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 to reach the last eight for the second successive year.
2019-07-09 03:01:46 Read More

Virat Kohli on 2008 tie: I'll remind Kane, sure he remembers

Before they were about to lead India and New Zealand into the 2019 World Cup semifinal at Old Trafford, Virat Kohli and Kane Williamson were constantly reminded by the media about how both had captained their countries against each other in another semifinal - that of the Under-19 World Cup in February, 2008.
2019-07-09 02:58:04 Read More

Roger Federer into 17th Wimbledon quarter-final with 99th win at tournament

Roger Federer on Monday became the oldest man to reach a Grand Slam quarter-final in 28 years when he booked his place in the Wimbledon last-eight for the 17th time.
2019-07-09 02:53:16 Read More

Nadal rebuffs interrogator who dared to question Centre Court status

It was a case of "Don't you know who I am?" for Rafael Nadal when a reporter had the temerity to question whether he deserved to be on Wimbledon's Centre Court when women's world number one Ash Barty had been cast off to a smaller outside arena.
2019-07-09 02:38:29 Read More

Hope Rohit Sharma gets two more tons, says Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli admits Rohit Sharma's blistering form has made him alter his own role in the top-order as India gear up for Tuesday's World Cup semifinal against New Zealand. Sharma has smashed a record five centuries in a single World Cup to lead with 647 runs from eight innings. Kohli said, "According to me, he (Sharma) is the top ODI player in the world at the moment."
2019-07-09 02:38:27 Read More

Grateful for what MS Dhoni has done for us, says Virat Kohli

MS Dhoni is highly unlikely to feature in the next edition of the 50-over World Cup as the wicketkeeper-batsman turned 38 on Sunday. Virat Kohli sidestepped questions on a possible send-off for the former captain as he praised the veteran's contribution to Indian cricket. Virat said giving space to players to make their own decisions was Dhoni's biggest quality.
2019-07-09 02:20:22 Read More

India favourites as New Zealand bid for World Cup semifinal upset

India, whose group match against 2015 runners-up New Zealand was washed out, have suffered just one defeat at this World Cup so far, against England, and ended on top, making them strong favourites to beat the Black Caps. The match will be played on a new pitch which is good news for the batsmen. The match at Old Trafford is scheduled to start around 3 pm IST.
2019-07-09 01:55:27 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Tuesday (July 09) that comprise the first semi-final of the ICC World Cup 2019 between India and New Zealand in Manchester.
2019-07-08 18:40:00 Read More

Novak Djokovic eases into 11th Wimbledon quarter-final

Defending champion Novak Djokovic reached his 11th Wimbledon quarter-final on Monday and 45th at the majors with a 6-3, 6-2, 6-3 win over France's Ugo Humbert.
2019-07-08 17:20:59 Read More

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Play with freedom, Williamson tells off-colour Kiwi batsmen

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson encouraged his frontline batsmen to play with freedom in Tuesday's semi-finals against India to overcome their struggle for rhythm in the Cricket World Cup.
2019-07-08 15:35:07 Read More

Play with freedom, Williamson tells off-colour Kiwi batsmen

Simona Halep ends Coco Gauff's Wimbledon dream

Coco Gauff's dream Wimbledon run came to an abrupt end on Monday when the consistency of seventh seed and former world number one Simona Halep proved a step too far for the 15-year-old American, who went down 3-6, 3-6.
2019-07-08 15:22:31 Read More

Rafael Nadal into seventh Wimbledon quarter-final

Rafael Nadal reached the Wimbledon quarter-finals for the seventh time on Monday with a 6-2, 6-2, 6-2 win over outclassed Joao Sousa of Portugal.
2019-07-08 14:17:07 Read More

Watch: Confident India one win away from World Cup final

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2019-07-08 12:22:12 Read More

Dhoni gives me space to discover myself, says Kohli

Speaking on the eve of the semi-final against New Zealand, Indian skipper Virat Kohli said that MS Dhoni has been an integral part of the process of transition of this team and is even now open to helping Kohli with suggestions when it comes to strategising and planning for games.
2019-07-08 11:44:49 Read More

It's NZ seam attack vs Indian top-order in semi-final

It has been a dream World Cup campaign for Virat Kohli's men and now everything boils down to having two perfect days. The quest starts with the semifinal clash against New Zealand on Tuesday. And though the formidable Indian top-order, led by tournament top-scorer Rohit Sharma, is expected to deliver, NZ's seam attack will also be ready and waiting to knock at the corridor of uncertainty.
2019-07-08 11:37:26 Read More

World Cup: Virat happy to change his tune as Rohit enjoys purple patch

Rohit Sharma's red-hot form has prompted India captain Virat Kohli to reinvent himself as India's middle-overs orchestrator, a role he is ready to reprise in the semi-final against New Zealand, the 30-year-old said. Rohit is the tournament's leading scorer with 647 runs heading into the knockout stages.
2019-07-08 11:37:16 Read More

India bookmakers' favourites to win ICC World Cup 2019

India have emerged as the bookmakers' favourites to win the ICC World Cup 2019 after an incredible run of form propelled them into the semi-finals with seven victories from nine outings.
2019-07-08 11:25:56 Read More

Undercurrents in Dutee's life threatening her career?

Dutee Chand has faced and won battles both on and off the track, but with just a year left before the Tokyo Olympics, for which she is yet to qualify, concerns have been raised over her focus on her promising athletics career.
2019-07-08 09:58:22 Read More

Seven contenders for the catch of the World Cup

Interestingly, four of the seven catches that made it to TOI's shortlist have been taken by a player each from the four teams that made it to the semi-finals.
2019-07-08 07:59:02 Read More

Bumrah basically unplayable at this stage: Vettori

Former captain Daniel Vettori believes India speedster Jasprit Bumrah is "basically unplayable at this stage" and urged New Zealand to steer clear of him when the two sides clash in the first semifinal on Tuesday.
2019-07-08 07:19:39 Read More

Sourav Ganguly turns 47, wishes pour in

One of the most successful captains to don the India jersey, Sourav Ganguly turned 47 today. Popularly known as 'Dada', Ganguly is credited with changing the face of Indian limited overs cricket, by backing key players, who went on to become superstars and instilling the confidence in the team to play a fearless brand of cricket.
2019-07-08 06:52:48 Read More

Biopic on PV Sindhu to roll out by the end of this year

It was earlier reported that actor Sonu Sood had procured the rights to the biopic on PV Sindhu, which was titled Sindhu back then. The actor had said that her story had driven him to reach out to her. However, it's been over two years, and the project has not rolled out yet.
2019-07-08 06:43:31 Read More

Wimbledon 2019: Who can stop the tennis trinity?

What is it going to take to beat tennis' trinity - Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal? No answers yet. That's official. But there was a plan of sorts, at least at Wimbledon.
2019-07-08 06:09:16 Read More

Badminton: Parupalli Kashyap loses in Canada Open final

Former Commonwealth Games champion Parupalli Kashyap's impressive run at the Canada Open Super 100 tournament came to an end after he lost a three-game thriller to China's Li Shi Feng in the men's singles summit clash here.
2019-07-08 05:37:53 Read More

How the four ICC World Cup semi-finalists line up

As things stood at the end of league stage, India finished No. 1, Australia second, England third and New Zealand at the fourth position. That confirmed the two semi-finals as (1) India vs New Zealand and (2) Australia vs England.
2019-07-08 05:36:29 Read More

WC Semis: NZ okay with underdogs tag against India

While no one is giving the Black Caps a chance against high-flying India, itâ€™s a situation that they are looking at positively, and to punch above their weight is an area right up New Zealand's street.
2019-07-08 05:23:19 Read More

Manjrekar firm as Vaughan pokes fun for picking Jadeja

All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and former India batsman-turned-pundit Sanjay Manjrekar have been in the news in recent times after the latter called the Saurashtra all-rounder a 'bits and pieces cricketer which didnt go down well with Jadeja.
2019-07-08 04:40:49 Read More

We know exactly what NZ are capable of: Bangar

batting coach Sanjay Bangar talks about the Indian batting unit and the upcoming game against New Zealand, saying that the team would be aware of the challenges since they'd faced them in a series not very long ago. Bangar is not even bothered about the middle order, which has remaining untested as the Rohit Sharma-led top order has done the job regularly.
2019-07-08 04:33:45 Read More

Rohit's World Cup mantra: Stay in the present

Rohit Sharma credits his exceptional form to him being in a good space, in a good phase of his life. It shows in his batting and also the way he handles media sessions â€“ with a smile & a disarming finesse. Talking about his form and distractions, he said, "I just want to stay in present, which is today, and take it from there, because every day in cricket is fresh."
2019-07-08 04:02:08 Read More

Wimbledon: Roger, Rafa, Novak share 'Manic Monday'

Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic share top billing on 'Manic Monday' at Wimbledon with teenage sensation Coco Gauff.
2019-07-08 03:53:21 Read More

World Cup Semi-final: India's zeal vs NZ's resolve

Cricketâ€™s glorious uncertainties apart, India will be clear favourites against the Kiwis. For many experts and even captains, they have emerged as the most well-rounded and consistent team in the competition.
2019-07-08 03:51:27 Read More

Muhammed Anas wins 200m gold in Poland event

National record holder Muhammed Anas won the gold in men's 200m race at the Kutno Athletics Meet in Poland on Sunday.
2019-07-08 03:45:21 Read More

Hima Das wins second international gold inside a week

Star Indian sprinter Hima Das won her second international gold in women's 200m with a top finish at the Kutno Athletics Meet in Poland on Sunday.
2019-07-08 03:36:32 Read More

After feuding with Donald Trump, US win World Cup

On Sunday, the pink-haired, gay Rapinoe, a firebrand striker on the field and a fearless speaker on social issues off it, emphatically finished the job, slotting home a penalty in the 61st minute as the US beat the Dutch 2-0 to lift a record fourth World Cup, their second in a row.
2019-07-08 03:25:44 Read More

Brazil win Copa America despite Gabriel Jesus dismissal

Ten-man Brazil held on to win the Copa America on home soil despite Gabriel Jesus's dismissal with a 3-1 victory over Peru on Sunday.
2019-07-08 02:59:25 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Monday (July 08) that comprise the Copa America final match between Brazil and Peru.
2019-07-07 18:35:00 Read More

'Toss, NRR, Records': Talking points at World Cup

After five weeks, 45 games and a large dollop of rain, the ICC World Cup 2019 has finally reached the semi-final stage with India, Australia, England and New Zealand still in with a chance of lifting the trophy at Lord's on July 14.
2019-07-07 11:22:04 Read More

India in top shape ahead of semi-finals, says Jasprit Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah says India have a "good headache" with every player in top form going into Tuesday's World Cup semi-final against New Zealand. Australia's loss to South Africa on Saturday means India face New Zealand in the first semi-final in Manchester, while Aaron Finch's side take on hosts England in Birmingham on Thursday.
2019-07-07 11:15:01 Read More

World Cup: It's India vs New Zealand and Australia vs England in semifinals

The round-robin league stage of the World Cup went down to the wire to decide the top two positions. India will take on 2015 finalist and fourth-placed New Zealand in the first semi-final of the tournament on Tuesday (July 9) at Old Trafford in Manchester. Second-placed Australia will face hosts England in the second semi-final on Thursday (July 11) at Edgbaston.
2019-07-06 21:04:57 Read More

World Cup: Australia to face England in semis after loss to SA

Australia will play England in the World Cup semi-finals after the holders suffered a dramatic 10-run defeat against South Africa at Old Trafford on Saturday.
2019-07-06 20:58:17 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Sunday (July 7) that comprise the FIFA Women's World Cup final between United States and Netherlands.
2019-07-06 18:45:00 Read More

Rohit Sharma says discipline in batting has paid dividends

Rohit Sharma holds some jaw-dropping records in ODI cricket, including most centuries in a single World Cup with his fifth ton of the ongoing edition in India's last league match and he says discipline in his batting has played a part in his success.
2019-07-06 18:35:53 Read More

Federer downs Pouille to reach Wimbledon last 16

Roger Federer kept tennis statisticians on their toes on Saturday as he mopped up a few more records by trampling all over Lucas Pouille's dreams in a rip-roaring 7-5 6-2 7-6(4) win to reach the fourth round of Wimbledon.
2019-07-06 18:10:29 Read More

World Cup: Rohit, Rahul star as India humble SL by 7 wickets

Rohit Sharma became the first player to hit five centuries in a single World Cup as India cantered to seven-wicket win in their final World Cup league match against Sri Lanka on Saturday. Sharma smashed 103 off 94 deliveries as semi-finalists India chased down their target of 265 in 43.3 overs. Sharma's opening partner KL Rahul top-scored with 111.
2019-07-06 17:29:33 Read More

'Bomb should explode on Wimbledon,' fumes Fabio Fognini

Fabio Fognini said a "bomb should go off" at Wimbledon as he crashed out of the third round on Saturday. The Italian 12th seed was beaten by US world number 94 Tennys Sandgren 6-3, 7-6 (12/10), 6-3 on the compact Court 14.
2019-07-06 17:08:21 Read More

Rohit Sharma first batsman to hit five centuries in a World Cup

The Indian opener etched his name in the history books by becoming the first batsman to hit five centuries in a single edition of the World Cup. Rohit Sharma broke former Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara's record for the most number of centuries. Sangakkara made four consecutive tons in the last edition of the showpiece event in 2015.
2019-07-06 16:14:41 Read More

Nadal sees off Tsonga to ease into Wimbledon last 16

Two-time champion Rafael Nadal eased into the Wimbledon last 16 for the ninth time on Saturday with a comfortable 6-2, 6-3, 6-2 win over France's Jo-Wilfried Tsonga.
2019-07-06 16:09:43 Read More

Teunissen sprints to opening Tour de France stage win

Dutchman Mike Teunissen edged a thrilling bunch sprint to claim a surprise win in the opening stage of the Tour de France on Saturday after a big crash caused mayhem near the end.
2019-07-06 15:25:00 Read More

Chelsea's Ruben Loftus-Cheek signs five-year contract extension

Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek signed a five-year contract extension with the Premier League club on Saturday. The 23-year-old made a strong impression during his first season as a regular in the Chelsea team last term and new Blues boss Frank Lampard is expected to make him a key part of his plans.
2019-07-06 15:06:50 Read More

Robert Rock shoots course-record 60 at Irish Open

England's Robert Rock carded a course record round of 60 on Saturday to boost his Irish Open title bid at Lahinch. His round eclipsed the course record of 63 established by Padraig Harrington in the first round on Thursday.
2019-07-06 14:57:14 Read More

Manjrekar calls Jadeja street-smart cricketer, looks to bury hatchet

Former India batsman-turned-pundit Sanjay Manjrekar called Ravindra Jadeja a "street-smart" cricketer during India's World Cup match against Sri Lanka, looking to bury the hatchet from his end after he infuriated the all-rounder by terming him as a 'bits and pieces' cricketer.
2019-07-06 14:39:42 Read More

AUS vs SA Live: Lyon removes De Kock, Markram

Check all the live score updates, Ball by ball commentary & scorecard of ICC Cricket World Cup Match 45 between Australia and South Africa on Times of India
2019-07-06 14:28:21 Read More

Bumrah second fastest Indian bowler to scalp 100 ODI wickets

Ace seamer Jasprit Bumrah added another feather to his cap on Saturday by becoming the second fastest Indian after Mohammed Shami to take 100 ODI wickets during India's final World Cup group stage match against Sri Lanka at the Headingley Cricket Ground. The 25-year-old achieved the feat in his 57th ODI, one more than Shami.
2019-07-06 14:10:56 Read More

Ashleigh Barty beats Harriet Dart to ease into Wimbledon last 16

World number one Ashleigh Barty reached the last 16 at Wimbledon for the first time on Saturday as she overwhelmed British wild card Harriet Dart 6-1, 6-1.
2019-07-06 13:54:55 Read More

Serena storms into Wimbledon fourth round for 16th time

Seven-time champion Serena Williams reached the fourth round at Wimbledon for the 16th time on Saturday. The 37-year-old American defeated Germany's Julia Goerges 6-3, 6-4 and goes on to face Spain's Carla Suarez Navarro for a place in the quarter-finals.
2019-07-06 13:42:25 Read More

Indian athletes win six medals in Kazakhstan

Indian track and field athletes won six medals, including three gold, on the first day of the Qasanov Memorial Meet on Saturday.
2019-07-06 13:06:05 Read More

Annu Rani finishes 7th in Diamond League javelin competition

Javelin thrower Annu Rani finished seventh with a below-par show in her first Diamond League appearance. Rani's third round throw of 59.35m was well below her national record of 62.34m which she had come up during the Federation Cup in March.
2019-07-06 12:54:23 Read More

Nishikori sails into Wimbledon last 16

Kei Nishikori equalled Ai Sugiyama's record of four appearances in the last 16 of Wimbledon by a Japanese player on Saturday as he dismissed American journeyman Steve Johnson 6-4, 6-3, 6-2.
2019-07-06 12:48:34 Read More

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Kvitova into Wimbledon last 16 for the first time in five years

Two-time champion Petra Kvitova reached the Wimbledon last 16 for the first time in five years on Saturday.
2019-07-06 12:47:12 Read More

Morata to join Atletico Madrid on permanent deal

Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata will join Atletico Madrid on a permanent deal after the end of his 18-month loan deal, the Premier League club announced on Saturday.
2019-07-06 12:35:53 Read More

World Cup Live Blog: Australia vs South Africa

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Umpire Ian Gould to retire after India's World Cup clash against Sri Lanka

Englishman Ian Gould will bring down curtains on his umpiring career after officiating for the last time during India's clash with Sri Lanka at the ongoing World Cup at Headingley here, the ICC said.
2019-07-06 10:59:40 Read More

Want to make shooting sport affordable and accessible to all: Gagan Narang

Through innovations, Olympic medallist Gagan Narang is seeking to make shooting sport affordable and accessible for aspiring shooters from modest backgrounds.
2019-07-06 09:01:01 Read More

World Cup Live: Bumrah strikes to remove Sri Lankan openers

Check all the live score updates, ball-by-ball commentary and scorecard of ICC Cricket World Cup match between India and Sri Lanka on Times of India
2019-07-06 08:42:52 Read More

World Cup Live Blog: India vs Sri Lanka

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Name that changed the face of Indian cricket: ICC on Dhoni

Indian wicket-keeper batsman MS Dhoni will celebrate his 38th birthday on July 7. The apex cricketing body, International Cricket Council (ICC) on Saturday eulogised the player, calling him a person who changed the face of Indian cricket.
2019-07-06 07:45:54 Read More

Important to give Dhoni, Bumrah rest ahead of semi-finals: Venkatesh Prasad

Former Indian pacer Venkatesh Prasad refused to dub Saturday's games as dead rubbers as India and Australia would want to finish the league stage at the top.
2019-07-06 07:19:05 Read More

Parupalli Kashyap enters semifinals of Canada Open

Sixth seed Kashyap, a former World top 10 player, outwitted France's Lucas Claerbout 12-21, 23-21, 24-22 in a quarterfinal lasting an hour and 16 minutes.
2019-07-06 07:03:07 Read More

Tomic's Â£45,000 Wimbledon penalty unfair: Djokovic

Novak Djokovic blasted the decision to strip Bernard Tomic of his entire USD 56,000 Wimbledon prize money as "unfair."
2019-07-06 06:38:14 Read More

Hardik Pandya deserves more time in the middle: Gautam Gambhir

Former Indian opener Gautam Gambhir wants India to win their last league match against Sri Lanka on Saturday to finish at the top in the points table.
2019-07-06 06:35:11 Read More

South Africa should give fitting farewell to Tahir, Duminy: Jacques Kallis

With Imran Tahir and Jean-Paul Duminy confirming their retirement from ODI cricket following the conclusion of the World Cup, former South African all-rounder Jacques Kallis wants the veterans to be given a fitting farewell.
2019-07-06 06:00:24 Read More

Atletico blast Barca for 'disrespect' over Griezmann announcement

Atletico Madrid have accused Barcelona and Antoine Griezmann of a "lack of respect" after the Catalan giants' president Josep Maria Bartomeu revealed on Friday that the two clubs had held talks about the signing of the France international.
2019-07-06 05:11:51 Read More

More to come from Rohit Sharma in World Cup: Krishnamachari Srikkanth

Former Indian captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth was effusive in his praise for the Indian vice-captain Rohit Sharma for his superb run with the bat in this World Cup.
2019-07-06 05:11:40 Read More

Finch promises no let-up despite Marsh injury

Australia captain Aaron Finch insisted there will be no let-up in the intensity of the champions' training sessions at the World Cup after 'friendly fire' ended batsman Shaun Marsh's involvement in the tournament.
2019-07-06 05:02:44 Read More

Dhoni turns to 'former spinner' Shastri for advice

Facing criticism for his batting approach ahead of India's semi-final, MS Dhoni was spotted having a long chat with coach Ravi Shastri about playing spin bowlers, as the India coach with 151 wickets in Test cricket and 129 wickets in ODIs, is a known effective left-arm spin bowler. The chat lasted for close to 20 mins before Dhoni walked off to check the pitch.
2019-07-06 05:00:48 Read More

Gauff saves match points to reach Wimbledon last 16

The 15-year-old, who had already claimed the scalps of Venus Williams and 2017 semi-finalist Magdalena Rybarikova, was not as assured as in her previous performances, beating Polona Hercog 3-6, 7-6, 7-5 on Friday
2019-07-06 04:37:13 Read More

How Carlos Brathwaite overcame 'remember the name' pressure

The best moment in your career can sometimes be your worst too. And that's because it becomes an albatross hanging around your neck, with people expecting you to do it again and again, without realising that we are all just human at the end of the day!
2019-07-06 04:28:48 Read More

Australia target win against South Africa to finish on top

Australia, already through to the semifinal, will be determined to win their last group encounter to finish on top of standings and avoid facing hosts England in the semifinal. The Aussies won seven out of eight games to become the first to make it to the semifinals. Ahead of the match against South Africa, batsmen Shaun Marsh and Glenn Maxwell got injured in a net session.
2019-07-06 03:59:09 Read More

World Cup: India aim to iron out flaws before semis

In their last league match before the semi-finals, India will aim to iron out the flaws and hope to carry their winning run into the semis. Sri Lanka, on the other hand, will hope to finish their campaign with a win. Ideally, India would want at least four pure batsmen who are capable of winning a match of their own bat. At No.4, Rishabh Pant is carrying a major responsibility.
2019-07-06 02:58:31 Read More

Shoaib Malik announces retirement from ODIs

Shoaib Malik announced his retirement from ODIs after Pakistan ended their 2019 World Cup campaign with a 94-run win against Bangladesh at Lord's on Friday. Pakistan won their last four games but failed to qualify for the semis.
2019-07-05 19:07:11 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Saturday (July 06) that comprise the ICC World Cup 2019 match between India and Sri Lanka at Headingley in Leeds.
2019-07-05 18:35:00 Read More

World Cup: West Indies game cost us dear, says Sarfaraz Ahmed

The horrendous batting show against the West Indies, when they were all out for just 105, cost Pakistan dear in the World Cup lamented skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed after his side exited from the showpiece on Friday.
2019-07-05 18:19:00 Read More

Djokovic equals Becker mark with Wimbledon last 16 spot

Defending champion Novak Djokovic went level with Boris Becker's mark of 12 appearances in the Wimbledon fourth round on Friday despite a mid-match blip.
2019-07-05 17:40:15 Read More

Pakistan crush Bangladesh but fail to reach World Cup semis

Ton-up Imam-ul-Haq (100) and a six-wicket haul from Shaheen Afridi (6/35) helped Pakistan register a clinical 94-run win over Bangladesh in their last 2019 World Cup match at the Lord's in London on Friday. Pakistan failed to qualify for the semis but ended their campaign on a winning note, finishing fifth on the points table.
2019-07-05 17:33:22 Read More

Shakib second after Sachin to hit seven fifty-plus scores in a World Cup

World's best all-rounder Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan continued his terrific form and slammed a record-equalling seventh fifty-plus score of the tournament in their final group match against Pakistan at Lord's on Friday. The left-hander became only the second batsman after India legend Sachin Tendulkar to achieve the feat in a World Cup.
2019-07-05 16:33:31 Read More

India won't relax in group finale as World Cup semis loom: Karthik

Dinesh Karthik insists India won't take it easy in their last group match against Sri Lanka on Saturday because the title contenders want to go into the semi-finals on a high. Virat Kohli's side have won six of their eight group games after beating Bangladesh in their previous outing to seal a semi-final berth.
2019-07-05 15:19:02 Read More

Zhang Shuai into Wimbledon last 16 for first time

China's Zhang Shuai made the Wimbledon fourth round for the first time on Friday, coming back from 0-4 down in the opening set to beat former world number one Caroline Wozniacki.
2019-07-05 13:03:15 Read More

Chris Gayle saunters off World Cup stage as West Indies look to future

In an era in which most international cricketers at least begin their innings wearing a helmet, few batsmen have been as readily identifiable from their walk to the crease as Chris Gayle.
2019-07-05 12:52:25 Read More

Watch: Harry Kane plays cricket with Kohli, wishes him luck

The cup did not 'come home' in football but that did not stop FIFA World Cup Golden Boot winner Harry Kane from wishing luck to Virat Kohli, potentially one of England's biggest obstacles in their quest to win a maiden title in cricket's showpiece.
2019-07-05 12:36:32 Read More

Fitness is big issue, boys are struggling, says Gulbadin Naib

Afghanistan captain Gulbadin Naib stressed on the importance of fitness to be more competitive in world cricket after they finished their campaign with yet another loss at the ongoing World Cup.
2019-07-05 12:18:46 Read More

National Sports Education Board only new aspect of Sports Budget

Widening the scope of its flagship 'Khelo India' program, the Government on Friday announced the setting up of a National Sports Education Board (NSEB) in the first Budget of its second term but did not change the interim allocations set aside for sports.
2019-07-05 12:05:33 Read More

Pataudi was last among old-fashioned amateurs: Jeffrey Archer

From young Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi's steely determination after his terrible car accident to Anil Kumble's dignity and Virat Kohli's level-headed approach, Jeffrey Archer's pristine love for Indian cricket remains intact.
2019-07-05 11:47:06 Read More

Ikram Alikhil aims high after breaking Tendulkar record

Teenager Ikram Alikhil has set his sights on becoming Afghanistan's greatest-ever player after breaking Sachin Tendulkar's record for the highest score by an 18-year-old at a World Cup.
2019-07-05 11:11:37 Read More

Jadeja can bolster India's batting, says Azharuddin

Former skipper Mohammad Azharuddin wants to see all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja included in India's semi-final line-up to add muscle to the team's faltering middle-order batting. Virat Kohli's India have already booked their spot in the final four ahead of their last league game against Sri Lanka on Saturday.
2019-07-05 10:50:50 Read More

World Cup Live Score: Pakistan win toss, bat against Bangladesh

Check all the live score updates, ball-by-ball commentary and scorecard of ICC Cricket World Cup match between Pakistan and Bangladesh on Times of India
2019-07-05 09:37:45 Read More

World Cup Live Blog: Pakistan vs Bangladesh

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World Cup Live Blog: Pakistan vs Bangladesh

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India seek answers to middle-order puzzle ahead of big semi-final

The middle-order puzzle has remained unsolved and it has increasingly looked that Indian team management has been heavily dependent on Plan A, which is success from their top-order.
2019-07-05 07:26:03 Read More

Kashyap, Verma enter quarterfinals at Canada Open

Sixth seed Kashyap, a former Commonwealth Games champion, fought for an hour and 24 minutes before quelling a stiff challenge from China's Ren Peng Bo 23-21, 21-23, 21-19, while reigning national champion Sourabh eked out a 21-13, 15-21, 21-15 win over another Chinese Sun Fei Xiang.
2019-07-05 06:26:50 Read More

Handscomb replaces injured Marsh in Aus WC squad

Australia's Peter Handscomb has been confirmed as a replacement for injured top-order batsman Shaun Marsh in their Cricket World Cup squad, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Thursday.
2019-07-05 05:51:25 Read More

New Zealand ready to press reset button after three straight losses

They were one of the most impressive sides in the World Cup to begin with, but New Zealand have slipped rapidly and completely lost their momentum in the later stages of the tournament.
2019-07-05 05:26:07 Read More

Ikram Ali breaks Tendulkar's 27-year-old WC record

Afghanistan's Ikram Ali Khil drew comparisons with Sachin Tendulkar for a stunning knock against the West Indies in their last World Cup game, which his team lost by 23 runs. Ikram broke Tendulkar's record for the highest score by an 18-year-old at an World Cup at Headingley, where Tendulkar once broke the mould as Yorkshire's first overseas player in 1992.
2019-07-05 05:15:19 Read More

Dhoni's different bat logos are goodwill gesture

Sources and friends close to the charismatic player, who is presently under fire for his slow knocks, said that Dhoni is playing with different company logos as a goodwill gesture and moreover, the stumper is not charging a single penny for it.
2019-07-05 04:49:23 Read More

West Indies beat Afghanistan for their second victory of tournament

Playing in his final 50-over World Cup game, against Afghanistan at Headingley on Thursday, Chris Gayle failed with the bat, but did all that he could in the field to sign off from the big stage in style.
2019-07-05 04:48:20 Read More

Dutch star Arjen Robben announces retirement

Former Bayern Munich and Netherlands forward Arjen Robben has announced his retirement from football.
2019-07-05 04:41:59 Read More

I deliberately hit Nadal with ball, admits Kyrgios

Nick Kyrgios admitted he meant to spear a forehand directly at Rafael Nadal in their bad-tempered Wimbledon clash on Thursday.
2019-07-05 04:27:14 Read More

Bairstow and Roy have put struggling England back on track

A common factor for England in both the victories against India and New Zealand was the flying start England got from openers Jonny Bairstow, who smashed his second successive century on Wednesday, and Jason Roy who made a roaring return from a hamstring injury in the match against India.
2019-07-05 04:01:16 Read More

Ravindra Jadeja making it count as supersub

Ravindra Jadeja featured in every game India played in 2015 World Cup. At the 2019 edition, he remains the only one from the original squad yet to figure in a single match. Despite his all-round abilities, Jadeja doesn't seem to fit into the team equation. It's unfortunate that he has been in the news for his Twitter spat with Sanjay Manjrekar instead of his cricketing feats.
2019-07-05 03:31:25 Read More

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Kyrgios the hero and villain in loss against Nadal

On Thursday, during Kyrgios's 3-6, 6-3, 6-7 (5), 6-7 (3) second round loss to Rafael Nadal on the Centre Court at Wimbledon, he played the roles of both hero and villain in equal measure.
2019-07-05 03:19:02 Read More

World Cup: No time for fielding slip-ups by Team India

In modern cricket, fielding has been turned into a critical part of the game, as important as batting and bowling, especially in limited-overs cricket. Specialist fielding coaches keep a hawk's eye as players huff and puff to make themselves better in the field. India has dropped least number of catches this World Cup which has certainly helped it to make it to the semifinals.
2019-07-05 03:11:35 Read More

Watch: India's final push vs SL to top the table

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Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Friday (July 5) that comprise the ICC World Cup 2019 match between Pakistan and Bangladesh.
2019-07-04 18:45:00 Read More

Disappointed to end without making it to final four: Chris Gayle

Having "definitely" played in his last World Cup, big-hitting opener Chris Gayle on Thursday regretted not being able to make the semifinals, but said he will be around to help West Indies cricket.
2019-07-04 18:10:30 Read More

Federer into Slam third round for 70th time at Wimbledon

Roger Federer reached the last-32 of a Grand Slam for the 70th time on Thursday when he defeated British wild card Jay Clarke 6-1, 7-6 (7/3), 6-2 in the second round at Wimbledon.
2019-07-04 16:03:13 Read More

Fit and hungry PV Sindhu ready to bounce back

Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu on Thursday admitted that her season so far has not been "great" but expressed hope of turning the tide in the upcoming events, beginning with Indonesia Open from July 16.
2019-07-04 13:04:53 Read More

There is a huge gap between Kohli and rest of the world: Lara

West Indies batting great Brian Lara on Thursday likened Virat Kohli to a run machine, avowing that the India skipper is way ahead of rest of the world when it comes to batting across formats. Indian batting great Sachin Tendulkar remains Lara's all-time favourite but in today's era, he said it is Kohli, who is the best.
2019-07-04 10:54:58 Read More

WC Live: Gayle falls early in his final WC match

Check all the live score updates, Ball by ball commentary & scorecard of ICC Cricket World Cup Match 42 between Afghanistan vs West Indies on Times of India
2019-07-04 10:06:42 Read More

Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju sends his best wishes for Virat and his team

India's Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju has congratulated the Indian cricket team for their good run so far in the ongoing ICC ODI World Cup and sent his best wishes for Virat Kohli and his team ahead of the World Cup semi-finals.
2019-07-04 09:15:59 Read More

Frank Lampard returns to Chelsea as manager after impressive Derby audition

Chelsea appointed Frank Lampard as their new manager on Thursday, as owner Roman Abramovich turned to a familiar face rather than an experienced hand to replace Maurizio Sarri and lead the club into a new era.
2019-07-04 08:39:34 Read More

World Cup Live Blog: Afghanistan vs West Indies

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Pakistan eye freak result against Bangladesh for improbable semifinal spot

Their semifinal chances reduced to just a mathematical possibility, former champions Pakistan will need an improbable win over Bangladesh to have a shot at making the semifinals of the World Cup when the two sides clash in London on Friday.
2019-07-04 08:11:45 Read More

Why Pakistan are all but out of the World Cup

The similarities between Pakistan's World Cup campaigns in 1992 and 2019 have ended. England's thumping victory against New Zealand on Wednesday has ensured that Pakistan have been virtually knocked out of the World Cup semifinal race.
2019-07-04 08:08:49 Read More

Is Prithvi Shaw 'injured' or 'unfit'? BCCI silent

What exactly is wrong with Prithvi Shaw? Nothing, if you take BCCI's word. A lot, if you're listening to what the fraternity is saying.
2019-07-04 06:12:55 Read More

Virat Kohli's touching gesture for 87-year-old Charulata Patel

Even as millions of fans are still struggling for tickets to India's semifinal and final matches in the 2019 World Cup, Charulata Patel can claim to be amongst the lucky ones to already have them in her purse.
2019-07-04 06:08:10 Read More

Is Ambati Rayudu Indian cricket's ultimate wild child?

On Wednesday, middle-order batsman Ambati Rayudu announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, two months after being left out of India's World Cup squad.
2019-07-04 05:49:12 Read More

Djokovic into Wimbledon 3rd round for 11th year in a row, Gauff eyes history

Four-time champion Novak Djokovic reached the Wimbledon third round for the 11th successive year on Wednesday while 15-year-old Cori Gauff aimed to write another episode in her history-making All England Club debut.
2019-07-04 05:39:47 Read More

Atletico Madrid sign 19-year-old Joao Felix for 126 million euros

Atletico Madrid on Wednesday signed 19-year-old Portuguese striker Joao Felix from Benfica for 126 million euros (142 million dollars), the clubs announced.
2019-07-04 05:32:26 Read More

Ambati Rayudu retires hurt from cricket

From April 15 this year, when the national selection committee picked the 15-member squad for the 2019 ICC World Cup, until today, a total of 80 days have passed.
2019-07-04 05:20:40 Read More

Mark Wood hopes his luck holds after Kane Williamson run out

England fast bowler Mark Wood hopes his World Cup luck holds after his fortunate run out of New Zealand captain Kane Williamson helped take the hosts into the semi-finals.
2019-07-04 05:06:00 Read More

Copa America: Peru stun champions Chile 3-0 to reach final

Peru stunned defending champions Chile 3-0 to reach the final of the Copa America for the first time in 44 years on Wednesday. Goals from Edison Flores, Christian Cueva and Paolo Guerrero handed Peru a deserved win which sends them into a final against Brazil at the Maracana Stadium on Sunday.
2019-07-04 04:53:15 Read More

Netherlands to face USA in final after Groenen extra-time winner

An extra-time strike by Jackie Groenen saw the Netherlands edge out Sweden 1-0 in a gruelling women's World Cup semi-final in Lyon on Wednesday, taking the European champions through to this weekend's final against the United States.
2019-07-04 04:36:42 Read More

Wimbledon 2019: Feisty Opelka stuns Wawrinka

Reilly Opelka, the Chicago Bulls fan, who at 6 ft 11' is built like a basketballer, defeated Stan Wawrinka 7-5, 3-6, 4-6, 6-4, 8-6, in a gruelling match that lasted 3 hours and 13 minutes.
2019-07-04 04:12:29 Read More

KL Rahul 2.0: More assured, less exuberant

Having gone through a period of underachievement, leading to him being dropped from the Test team in Australia in January, KL Rahul has introduced a welcome circumspection in his batting. He now gives himself time to settle down before opening up his repertoire of gorgeous strokes. He is now a less exuberant but more assured hand, something the team won't mind.
2019-07-04 04:11:50 Read More

How Jasprit Bumrah mastered the art of bowling perfect yorkers

How can he keep bowling perfect yorkers in high-pressure situations? "A lot of preparation. Whenever I practise in the nets, I practise each and every situation. So, if I've ticked all the boxes in the nets, then it's all about execution and keeping a clear head. If the work ethic is good, the execution feels much easier," Jasprit Bumrah explained after Tuesday's game.
2019-07-04 03:48:05 Read More

Kane Williamson rues lack of Kiwi partnerships on difficult wicket

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson lamented the lack of significant partnerships on a difficult track after their crushing defeat by England in their final group match of the Cricket World Cup on Wednesday.
2019-07-04 03:47:27 Read More

Keep the lady happy, mom Judy tells Murray

Andy Murray is partnering Serena Williams in the Wimbledon mixed doubles and his mom Judy Murray has a piece of advice: â€œKeep the lady happy.â€
2019-07-04 03:40:34 Read More

Eoin Morgan salutes 'outstanding' England as hosts reach semis

Eoin Morgan hailed "outstanding" England and "match-winner" Jonny Bairstow as the World Cup hosts clinched a semi-final place with a 119-run rout of New Zealand at Chester-le-Street on Wednesday.
2019-07-04 03:31:42 Read More

Nick Kyrgios faces Rafael Nadal in career-defining clash

Nick Kyrgios talks about his estranged off-court relationship with Spanish superstar Rafael Nadal, ahead of their Wimbledon clash.
2019-07-04 03:30:29 Read More

England crush New Zealand to reach World Cup semifinals

England entered the World Cup semifinals for the first time since the 1992 edition, beating an erring New Zealand by 119 runs to fuel their "dream" of winning a maiden title. Moments of brilliance from England and some ordinary cricket from the Black Caps gave 186 in 45 overs. New Zealand with 11 points from nine games, remain in the hunt to clinch the fourth semifinal spot.
2019-07-04 03:13:18 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Thursday (July 4) that comprise the ICC World Cup 2019 match between Afghanistan and West Indies.
2019-07-03 18:45:00 Read More

Harmanpreet Kaur returns to Lancashire Thunders for Kia Super League T20

Indian women's T20 team captain Harmanpreet Kaur Wednesday signed up for Lancashire Thunders for her second consecutive season with the club in Kia Super League.
2019-07-03 14:47:08 Read More

Wimbledon 2019: Opelka blasts past Wawrinka into third round

Reilly Opelka blasted his way into the third round at Wimbledon on Wednesday as the giant 21-year-old American's serve eventually proved too hot to handle for triple Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka in a high-octane five set duel.
2019-07-03 14:47:05 Read More

You are a top man: Virat Kohli tells retired Ambati Rayudu

India captain Virat Kohli Wednesday described Ambati Rayudu as a "top man" after the middle-order batsman, who was ignored for the ongoing World Cup, retired from all forms of cricket.
2019-07-03 14:35:59 Read More

Jadeja hits back at Manjrekar for 'bits and pieces' comment

India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja on Wednesday hit back at cricketer-turned-commentator Sanjay Manjrekar who had called him a 'bits and pieces' player. Jadeja took to Twitter and said, "Still I have played twice the number of matches you have played and I am still playing. Learn to respect people who have achieved. I have heard enough of your verbal diarrhoea @sanjaymanjrekar."
2019-07-03 13:50:38 Read More

I would be fool to emulate Rohit's style of batting: KL Rahul

India's KL Rahul says his opening partner Rohit Sharma is in a different league and it's impossible to emulate his style.
2019-07-03 13:43:01 Read More

Hardik Pandya now the fab fifth bowler in India attack

For someone as flamboyant off the pitch as on it, it is fitting that Hardik Pandya's transformation into India's reliable fifth bowler has been nothing less than spectacular at this year's Cricket World Cup.
2019-07-03 13:01:35 Read More

Anderson, Isner to lead Team World in Laver Cup

World number eight Kevin Anderson will lead John McEnroe's Team World at the Laver Cup in Geneva in September, with John Isner, Milos Raonic and Denis Shapovalov also named to take on Team Europe.
2019-07-03 12:54:19 Read More

Anderson, Isner to lead Team World in Laver Cup

Mushtaq Ali Trophy to be held ahead of IPL auction

India's national T20 tournament will be held before the IPL players' auction in a slight revamp of the BCCI's mega domestic season comprising 2036 matches.
2019-07-03 12:23:25 Read More

Ambati Rayudu's WC snub must have been painful: Sehwag

Former India opener Virender Sehwag Wednesday said the World Cup snub must have been painful for middle-order batsman Ambati Rayudu, who retired from all forms of cricket.
2019-07-03 12:19:41 Read More

Impressive Azarenka powers into Wimbledon third round

Former world number one Victoria Azarenka thrashed Australian Ajla Tomljanovic 6-2, 6-0 in the second round to continue her impressive start at Wimbledon on Wednesday.
2019-07-03 12:08:13 Read More

Ambati Rayudu: A career that never really took off

A career that almost always fell apart after promising to fall into place -- Ambati Rayudu will be remembered as someone who could not live up to his rare cricketing talent, undone by a mercurial demeanour that often led to run-ins with authorities.
2019-07-03 11:59:07 Read More

Gambhir lambasts selection panel after Rayudu calls it a day

Gautam Gambhir blasted the MSK Prasad-led senior selection panel after middle-order batsman Ambati Rayudu decided to retire from all forms of cricket, saying the five selectors combined would not have made the runs Rayudu has scored in his career.
2019-07-03 10:51:45 Read More

ENG v NZ WC Live: Roy, Bairstow give strong start

Check all the live score updates, Ball by ball commentary & scorecard of ICC Cricket World Cup Match 41 between England and New Zealand on Times of India
2019-07-03 10:19:39 Read More

World Cup Live Blog: England vs New Zealand

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2019-07-03 08:37:00 Read More

Is Dhoni likely to retire after India's last World Cup match?

It is the worst kept secret in Indian cricket right now but India's last match in the ongoing World Cup, in all likelihood, will also be Mahendra Singh Dhoni's last game in India colours.
2019-07-03 08:35:15 Read More

Ambati Rayudu announces retirement from all forms of cricket

Middle-order batsman Ambati Rayudu announced his retirement from all forms of cricket on Wednesday. Rayudu's exclusion from the World Cup squad became a national debate. Rayudu was then picked as a standby for the WC but he never made it to the squad, as Rishabh Pant replaced the injured Shikhar Dhawan and Mayank Agarwal was called up to replace the injured Vijay Shankar.
2019-07-03 08:15:26 Read More

ICC World Cup: How India can play Pakistan in semis

â€‹â€‹â€‹â€‹India vs Pakistan cricket games have produced some unforgettable scenes on the playing field. While both teams have registered memorable wins over the years, the one thing Pakistan have never managed to do is beat India in an ODI World Cup match.
2019-07-03 08:13:59 Read More

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Rohit Sharma: Overlooked in 2011, topping run chart in 2019

Rohit Sharma is in red hot form in the ongoing World Cup. The 'Hitman' has been scoring hundreds almost at will in the tournament and is on a record breaking spree.
2019-07-03 07:48:01 Read More

Psychological advantage with Afghanistan against West Indies

With both teams out of the semifinal race, Afghanistan will have the psychological advantage on Thursday when they continue the search for their maiden victory in the World Cup against West Indies, who are looking to restore pride.
2019-07-03 07:25:36 Read More

Yorker specialist Jasprit Bumrah reaps benefits of net practice

Paceman Jasprit Bumrah said constantly practising his yorker was helping him perfect the art after he finished off Bangladesh to earn India a World Cup semi-final spot.
2019-07-03 06:22:08 Read More

NADA testing: Top performers go missing from national camps

Despite tall claims by the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) that its national camps, currently under way in several states, are free from doping, several top athletes, including a noted international athlete, recently left the camps in a hurry to evade testing when doping control officers of the National Anti-Doping Agency arrived for random tests.
2019-07-03 05:32:27 Read More

Sushil Kumar ready for trials, but is WFI?

Two-time Olympic medallist Sushil Kumar has confirmed his participation in the trials for the upcoming World Championships in Kazakhstan from September 14 to 22.
2019-07-03 05:02:44 Read More

England face World Cup reckoning against New Zealand

England and New Zealand head into their final World Cup group match, each knowing a win will see them into the semi-finals. Even a defeat would not spell the end of either team's chances of emerging as one of the top four. For India, the game holds significance since it is likely to decide who they will play in the semifinals.
2019-07-03 04:59:25 Read More

World Cup semi-final qualification scenarios

India joined reigning champions Australia in the semi-finals of the World Cup with a 28-run win over Bangladesh at Edgbaston on Tuesday. England, New Zealand and Pakistan are all vying for the two remaining semi-final places on offer.
2019-07-03 04:52:53 Read More

Inspired Rohit Sharma is India's World Cup heartbeat

Rohit Sharma is renowned for his hunger for big hundreds and his soaring self-belief is driving India forward as they seek a third World Cup triumph.
2019-07-03 04:23:26 Read More

'I had goosebumps': Lloyd Harris hails idol Roger Federer

As a 10-year-old, Lloyd Harris sat on Centre Court at Wimbledon to watch his idol Roger Federer. Twelve years later, he swapped his seat high up in the stands for a place on the court where he gave the eight-time champion a huge scare before losing their first round clash, 3-6, 6-1, 6-2, 6-2 on Tuesday.
2019-07-03 04:21:25 Read More

'I had goosebumps': Lloyd Harris hails idol Roger Federer

Bangladesh coach proud of team's 'fight' at World Cup

Bangladesh head coach Steve Rhodes said he was "proud" of the way his team had fought against top sides at the World Cup even though they had ultimately fallen short.
2019-07-03 04:15:54 Read More

Rohit Sharma presents injured fan with autographed hat

India's Rohit Sharma presented a young fan with an autographed hat after she was hit by one of the opener's sixes during his century on Tuesday.
2019-07-03 04:00:45 Read More

Alex Morgan takes USA into World Cup final as penalty miss costs England dear

Alex Morgan scored what proved to be the winning goal as holders the United States returned to the final of the women's World Cup with a dramatic 2-1 win over England on Tuesday, but only after Lionesses captain Steph Houghton had a controversial late penalty saved.
2019-07-03 03:59:25 Read More

Andy Murray, Serena Williams form Wimbledon mixed doubles dream team

Andy Murray and Serena Williams will form a mixed doubles dream team at Wimbledon, Murray's management announced Tuesday, as he gradually returns to tennis following career-saving surgery.
2019-07-03 03:48:19 Read More

Jesus, Firmino send Brazil into Copa final as Messi fails again

Gabriel Jesus and Roberto Firmino scored the goals as Brazil beat arch-rivals Argentina 2-0 on Tuesday to qualify for the Copa America final.
2019-07-03 03:25:40 Read More

Rohit Sharma's heroics highlight absence of special Virat Kohli ton

Rohit Sharma is renowned for his hunger for big hundreds and his soaring self-belief is driving India forward as they seek a third World Cup triumph. The opener is in the form of his life, hitting his fourth century of the tournament in the win against Bangladesh on Tuesday that took India through to the semi-finals.
2019-07-03 03:21:57 Read More

India beat Bangladesh to seal World Cup semi-final spot

India opener Rohit Sharma hit his fourth century of the World Cup as Virat Kohli's side booked their place in the semi-finals with a 28-run win over Bangladesh at Edgbaston on Tuesday. Sharma's attacking 104 laid the foundation of India's 314 for nine after Kohli elected to bat first in India's penultimate match of the league phase.
2019-07-03 02:59:34 Read More

Kohli, Rohit seek blessings from 87-year-old 'special fan' after India reach semis

Team India booked their place in the semi-finals of the ICC World Cup 2019 with a 28-run win over Bangladesh at Edgbaston on Tuesday. After India's win, captain Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma greeted a 87-year-old fan named Charulata Patel.
2019-07-02 19:04:38 Read More

Kohli hails 'best' man Rohit after victory over Bangladesh

India captain Virat Kohli hailed Rohit Sharma as the "best one-day player around" after the opener's fourth century of the tournament saw the side book their place in the semi-finals of the World Cup with a 28-run win over Bangladesh at Edgbaston on Tuesday.
2019-07-02 18:54:21 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Wednesday (July 03) that comprise the ICC World Cup 2019 match between England and New Zealand at Riverside Ground in Chester-le-Street.
2019-07-02 18:35:00 Read More

WC: Rohit, Bumrah help India reach semis and eliminate Bangladesh

India sailed into the World Cup semi-finals and eliminated Bangladesh after Rohit Sharma's century and Jasprit Bumrah's four-wicket haul secured a 28-run victory over their neighbours. India are now second with 13 points, one behind leaders Australia, and play Sri Lanka in their final group match.
2019-07-02 18:12:27 Read More

Shakib first player to achieve rare double in World Cup history

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan on Tuesday became the first cricketer in the history of the ICC World Cup to score 500 plus runs and also claim more than 10 wickets in a single edition of the showpiece event.
2019-07-02 17:05:36 Read More

Avishka Fernando can be Sri Lanka 'spark', says Mahela Jayawardene

Former captain Mahela Jayawardene says Avishka Fernando can be the "spark" to reignite Sri Lanka after the 21-year-old hit his maiden one-day international ton against the West Indies.
2019-07-02 16:50:40 Read More

Wimbledon: Bernard Tomic beaten by Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in 58 minutes

Australian Bernard Tomic banked 45,000 pounds ($56,682.00) for 58 minutes work as he sauntered to a 6-2 6-1 6-4 defeat against Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in the Wimbledon first round on Tuesday.
2019-07-02 16:27:44 Read More

Roger Federer into Wimbledon second round for 17th successive year

Eight-time champion Roger Federer reached the Wimbledon second round for a 17th successive year on Tuesday, overcoming a first set blip to beat South Africa's Lloyd Harris.
2019-07-02 15:59:57 Read More

We have found our No 4 batsman: Yuvraj on Pant

Showering praise on young stumper Rishabh Pant, former India batsman Yuvraj Singh feels Pant is India's No. 4 batsman for the future. Yuvraj also said that the wicketkeeper-batsman needs to be groomed properly for the slot.
2019-07-02 15:31:04 Read More

Disappointed India didn't get up for us, says Mickey Arthur

Pakistan coach Mickey Arthur Tuesday said he was left disappointed that India failed to rise to the occasion and beat England in the World Cup, which would have bolstered Pakistan's chances of qualifying for the semifinals.
2019-07-02 15:30:05 Read More

Pakistan's head coach Arthur desperate for a shot at World Cup glory

Head coach Mickey Arthur is desperate for Pakistan to have their World Cup destiny in their own hands when they play Bangladesh on Friday.
2019-07-02 15:18:24 Read More

England's James Anderson in Ashes injury scare

England great James Anderson was forced to leave the field with a calf injury while bowling for Lancashire in their County Championship match against Durham on Tuesday.
2019-07-02 14:37:38 Read More

Defending champion Kerber outclasses tricky compatriot at Wimbledon

Defending champion Angelique Kerber needed to call upon all her cunning and experience to navigate her way 6-4, 6-3 through an awkward first-round encounter with German compatriot Tatjana Maria on Tuesday.
2019-07-02 14:33:23 Read More

Arsenal sign Brazilian forward Gabriel Martinelli on long-term deal

Arsenal have signed Brazilian forward Gabriel Martinelli from Ituano on a long-term deal, the Premier League club said on Tuesday.
2019-07-02 14:16:11 Read More

Still a fan, Marcus Rashford hurt by Manchester United's decline

Marcus Rashford wants to put Manchester United "back where they belong" after ending speculation over his future by penning a new four-year contract to remain at Old Trafford.
2019-07-02 13:31:08 Read More

Wimbledon: Kei Nishikori beats Thiago Monteiro to enter second round

Japan's Kei Nishikori eased into the second round of Wimbledon on Tuesday beating Brazilian qualifier Thiago Monteiro 6-4, 7-6 (7/3), 6-4.
2019-07-02 13:10:52 Read More

New Zealand World Cup walloping spurred 'rock-bottom' Eoin Morgan

Eoin Morgan has revealed England's humiliating defeat by New Zealand in their last World Cup clash left him "as close to rock-bottom as I've been". But the England captain said it had also been behind his side's white-ball revival that now sees them on the verge of securing a place in the semi-finals of this year's World Cup.
2019-07-02 13:03:02 Read More

India need to strengthen their lower order batting: Clive Lloyd

India are one of the "stand-out" teams of this World Cup but Virat Kohli and Co will have to strengthen their lower order batting going into the knockout stage of the tournament, feels West Indies legend Clive Lloyd.
2019-07-02 12:44:15 Read More

T20 series win against India started Australia revival, says Pat Cummins

Fast bowler Pat Cummins says the T20 series win in India just four months ago instilled self belief in the struggling Australian team that they could defend their World Cup title in the United Kingdom.
2019-07-02 12:29:05 Read More

Steyn, Guptill join Euro Slam T20 league

Injury-prone South African fast bowler Dale Steyn is set to play in the Euro T20 Slam league after being signed up as one of the marquee players along with New Zealand's Martin Guptill for the tournament's first edition beginning August 30.
2019-07-02 12:15:21 Read More

Dinesh Karthik finally makes his World Cup debut

Dinesh Karthikâ€™s wait to don the India jersey in a World Cup match finally ended on Tuesday, when India captain Virat Kohli announced his name during the toss against Bangladesh at Edgbaston in Birmingham.
2019-07-02 12:07:30 Read More

Rohit first Indian to score four hundreds in a World Cup

Sublime Rohit, who was dropped on 9 by Tamim Iqbal, notched up his fourth hundred of the tournament to put India on course for a big total against Bangladesh. In the process, the vice-captain also became the first Indian player to score four centuries in a single edition of the World Cup. He raced to his 26th ODI century overall off 90 balls with six fours and five sixes.
2019-07-02 11:51:25 Read More

Not sure if Mayank Agarwal is the right choice, says Mohammad Kaif

Former India batsman Mohammad Kaif said on Tuesday that his only problem with Mayank Agarwal being called up as a replacement for the injured Vijay Shankar for the ongoing World Cup is the lack of matches the 28-year-old Karnataka batsman has under his belt.
2019-07-02 11:42:07 Read More

Not sure if Mayank Agarwal is the right choice, says Mohammad Kaif

World Cup Live Score: India face Bangladesh at the door to semis

Check all the live score updates, ball-by-ball commentary and scorecard of ICC Cricket World Cup match between India and Bangladesh on Times of India
2019-07-02 08:22:09 Read More

World Cup Live Blog: India vs Bangladesh

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2019-07-02 07:49:29 Read More

WC: Opener or No. 4, Mayank is ready, says coach

Top-order batsman Mayank Agarwal has been drafted into the Indian squad as replacement for all-rounder Vijay Shankar, who has been ruled out of the World Cup due to a toe injury.
2019-07-02 06:47:38 Read More

WATCH: Caribbean royalty Rihanna and Chris Gayle meet at the World Cup

Cricket saw one of its most stylish fans ever in the stands on Monday. Singer, fashionista and a global icon Rihanna came out to cheer for the Windies at the Riverside Ground in Chester-le-Street on Monday in their match vs Sri Lanka.
2019-07-02 05:47:56 Read More

Wimbledon: Djokovic starts without fuss, Osaka out

Defending champion and world No. 1 Novak Djokovic, looking for a fifth title on the manicured lawns of the All England Club, defeated Philip Kohlschreiber 6-3, 7-5, 6-3 on the Centre Court.
2019-07-02 05:45:20 Read More

WC: Never said public not behind us, says Bairstow

The 29-year-old was involved in a public spat with former England captain-turned commentator Michael Vaughan, questioning whether some people were truly behind England in their bid for a maiden World Cup title.
2019-07-02 05:07:56 Read More

'Can I leave?' At Wimbledon, Naomi Osaka takes second Slam 'Loss' in a row

Naomi Osaka's 16-match Grand Slam winning streak has been followed by a two-match losing streak at majors, and as she haltingly discussed her early exit at Wimbledon at barely above a whisper Monday, she suddenly stopped.
2019-07-02 05:01:33 Read More

'Lucky charm' Liam Plunkett eyes England World Cup glory

England's lucky charm Liam Plunkett hopes he can work his World Cup magic once again when the hosts take on New Zealand with a semi-final place at stake.
2019-07-02 04:34:28 Read More

ICC World Cup 2019: How India stack up against Bangladesh

India have won 29 of the 35 matches the two teams have played against each so far, but a lot more than a win will be at stake in Birmingham on Tuesday, with India needing just a point to reach the semis and Bangladesh in a must-win situation to stay alive.
2019-07-02 04:22:36 Read More

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ICC World Cup 2019: Mahi way or the highway?

MS Dhoni and Kedar Jadhav came in for a lot of criticism for their approach in the death overs of India's run-chase against England, which was one of the reasons for India losing the match by 31 runs for their first defeat of the tournament.
2019-07-02 04:08:28 Read More

Wimbledon makes change in using Miss or Mrs. on court

Wimbledon has tinkered with its traditional naming titles for this year's tournament.
2019-07-02 03:38:53 Read More

Holder promises Windies will 'look after' century-maker Pooran

West Indies captain Jason Holder vowed to "look after" Nicholas Pooran after his maiden one-day international century so nearly led to a stunning World Cup win over Sri Lanka on Monday.
2019-07-02 03:26:48 Read More

WC: India knock at semis door, face Bangladesh

India are just a point away from qualifying for the semi-finals but Bangladesh, who are also in the fray, will look to put up a fight in their bid to upset one of the title favourites.
2019-07-02 03:14:16 Read More

Schoolgirl Cori Gauff knocks Venus Williams out of Wimbledon

Cori Gauff served up the perfect excuse for playing hooky from school on Monday as the 15-yr-old American caused one of the biggest shocks in Wimbledon history by dispatching Venus Williams 6-4, 6-4 in the first round. Gauff is the youngest player to qualify for the main draw in the professional era. Aged 39, Williams is considered a Wimbledon royalty.
2019-07-01 18:46:34 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Tuesday (July 2) that comprise the ICC World Cup 2019 match between Bangladesh and India.
2019-07-01 18:45:00 Read More

World Cup: Sri Lanka beat West Indies by 23 runs

Nicholas Pooran's sensational century went in vain as Avishka Fernando set up Sri Lanka's thrilling 23-run win over West Indies with a maiden hundred in an inconsequential World Cup match on Monday.
2019-07-01 18:34:05 Read More

World Cup: Hesson backs Mayank Agarwal selection

Former New Zealand coach Mike Hesson believes Mayank Agarwal, who has been roped in as a replacement for injured all-rounder Vijay Shankar for the ongoing World Cup, is a special talent and has the ability to hit boundaries on hard-length deliveries.
2019-07-01 15:01:49 Read More

Our players shouldn't be swayed by hype over India game: Mashrafe

Bangladesh skipper Mashrafe Mortaza wants his players to stay calm amidst hype surrounding the India clash which will decide his team's fate in the World Cup.
2019-07-01 14:37:15 Read More

Wimbledon: Defending champion Novak Djokovic off to winning start

Defending champion Novak Djokovic got his campaign for a fifth Wimbledon title off to a winning start on Monday, seeing off Philipp Kohlschreiber of Germany 6-3, 7-5, 6-3.
2019-07-01 14:26:16 Read More

Rashford agrees new four-year deal at Manchester United

Marcus Rashford committed his long-term future to Manchester United on Monday by agreeing a new four-year contract with the option for a further year.
2019-07-01 14:25:42 Read More

Put pressure on Rahul, rather than Dhoni, to deliver: Manjrekar

Former India cricketer and noted broadcaster Sanjay Manjrekar finds it "really unfair" that the critics' focus is on Mahendra Singh Dhoni's strike-rate at this stage of his career when younger players like KL Rahul should be held more accountable.
2019-07-01 14:18:22 Read More

'Surprised that there are questions on Dhoni's batting every day'

India's batting coach Sanjay Bangar on Monday joined the players in backing Mahendra Singh Dhoni and expressed surprise that the veteran is frequently criticised for his strike rate. Dhoni scored 42 off 31 balls against England in the World Cup on Sunday, but many questioned his lack of intent during the death overs of a game that India lost by 31 runs.
2019-07-01 13:41:49 Read More

SL vs WI Live: Fernando century puts SL on top

Check all the live score updates, ball-by-ball commentary and scorecard of ICC Cricket World Cup match between Sri Lanka and West Indies on Times of India
2019-07-01 13:20:47 Read More

Watch: Can India seal semi-final berth against Bangladesh?

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2019-07-01 13:16:11 Read More

Wimbledon: Wawrinka means business as he opens with easy victory

Stan Wawrinka was barely mentioned in the Wimbledon build-up with all the focus on the men's "big three" and the young guns hoping to shake things up but the Swiss means business.
2019-07-01 13:07:47 Read More

Southampton sign striker Che Adams from Birmingham City

Southampton have signed forward Che Adams from Birmingham City on a five-year deal, the Premier League club said on Monday. Adams registered 22 goals and six assists in 48 appearances for Birmingham last season.
2019-07-01 12:47:02 Read More

Shooting not being part of 2022 CWG is not a setback: Narang

Olympic medallist Gagan Narang Monday refused to see shooting's ouster from the 2022 Commonwealth Games as a setback despite India's discontent, saying the sport shouldn't depend only on quadrennial events to thrive.
2019-07-01 12:15:54 Read More

Kohli, Rohit need support from middle order: Srikkanth

Former India opener Krishnamachari Srikkanth feels skipper Virat Kohli and opener Rohit Sharma need support from the middle order for the team to come good in the remaining matches of the World Cup after they lost to England by 31 runs in a marquee clash on Sunday.
2019-07-01 12:03:05 Read More

South Africa did not know their best eleven, says Rhodes

South Africa neither knew their best playing XI nor had a plan B for challenging situations and it was hardly a surprise that their World Cup campaign became a series of disasters, said Jonty Rhodes in a scathing review of the team's performance.
2019-07-01 12:00:55 Read More

India to keep Pant at four to exploit left-right advantage

India will persist with Rishabh Pant at number four in the batting order to avail the left-right advantage in the middle overs, assistant coach Sanjay Bangar said ahead of Tuesday's Cricket World Cup group match against Bangladesh.
2019-07-01 11:41:51 Read More

Indian shuttlers Praneeth, Prannoy eye good show at Canada Open

Indian shuttlers, including B Sai Praneeth and HS Prannoy, will look to put their best foot forward when they start their campaign at the Canada Open BWF Tour Super 100, beginning with the qualifiers, on Tuesday.
2019-07-01 11:07:49 Read More

'Trouble for India if Kuldeep, Chahal have bad day in tandem'

Former England left-arm spinner Monty Panesar feels doom awaits India if Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal fail collectively in the ongoing World Cup, something that was demonstrated quite well by Jonny Bairstow and Jason Roy.
2019-07-01 11:06:05 Read More

World Cup Live Blog: Sri Lanka vs West Indies

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2019-07-01 08:55:42 Read More

Injured Vijay Shankar out of World Cup, Mayank Agarwal set to join team

All-rounder Vijay Shankar was Monday ruled out of the ongoing World Cup due to a toe injury and is likely to be replaced by Mayank Agarwal. The BCCI has already approached the International Cricket Council (ICC) with the request that has been approved.
2019-07-01 08:17:36 Read More

Injured Shankar out of World Cup, Mayank set to join team

Watch: 'You wanted Pant to play, there he is at number 4': Rohit

Rishabh Pant came in to bat at the highly-talked about No. 4 position during India's chase against England. When asked about that decision, with in-form Hardik waiting in the ranks, Rohit came up with a hilarious response, saying, "You wanted Rishabh Pant to play, there he is at number 4."
2019-07-01 06:53:38 Read More

Fabian Ruiz, Dani Olmo fire Spain past Germany to fifth European U21 title

Spain beat holders Germany 2-1 to win the European under-21 championship title for a record-equalling fifth time in Udine on Sunday as Fabian Ruiz and Dani Olmo scored in either half.
2019-07-01 06:49:51 Read More

Dhoni and Jadhav tried to hit but couldn't, says Rohit

India lost their first match of the 2019 World Cup against England. Post the defeat, vice-captain Rohit Sharma admitted that England were the better team and also came to Dhoni and Jadhav's defence, who were criticized for their 'lack of intent' during chase. "They were trying to hit, but they were not able to because of the slowness of the pitch," he clarified.
2019-07-01 04:34:07 Read More

We were not clinical with bat, failed to accelerate, says Virat Kohli

After their first defeat of the 2019 World Cup at the hands of England in Birmingham on Sunday, skipper Virat Kohli admitted that the team was not clinical with the bat and wickets at crucial juncture didn't help the run-chase.
2019-07-01 04:31:14 Read More

Goran Ivanisevic to help Novak Djokovic at Wimbledon

Former Wimbledon winner Goran Ivanisevic said Sunday he will be helping Novak Djokovic during the tournament after joining the world number one's coaching team following a call out of the blue.
2019-07-01 03:41:38 Read More

World Cup: India's defeat dims Pakistan's hopes

The race to the semis and its relative scenarios according to the points table remain complicated after England's 31-run win against India on Sunday, which kept the hosts alive in the tournament.
2019-07-01 03:36:47 Read More

WC: India give up fight to hand England a lifeline

Facing a must-win situation, hosts England put up a spirited effort to win by 31 runs, but India's listless effort in the death overs of their run-chase of 337 surprised fans and experts alike.
2019-07-01 02:57:37 Read More

WC: Dhoni, Jadhav draw flak for 'lack of intent'

Indian middle order batsmen MS Dhoni and Kedar Jadhav were at the receiving end of fan fury after India suffered their first defeat of the 2019 World Cup at the hands of hosts England in Birmingham on Sunday. Chasing 338, India required 71 runs off the last five overs with five wickets remaining, but Dhoni and Kedar scored 40 runs as India went on to lose the match by 31 runs.
2019-07-01 02:36:53 Read More

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Sports News For The Year 2019 and Month Jul

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Mathews, Shanaka star as clinical Sri Lanka whitewash Bangladesh

I walk out for my country: Rohit Sharma

PKL: Jaipur Pink Panthers beat Haryana Steelers

Jurgen Klopp, Mohamed Salah head nominations for FIFA Best awards

Other athletes will suffer if India boycotts CWG: Sushil Kumar

F1: Max Verstappen hopes to continue the party in Hungary

Best thing about Sjoerd Marijne is he listens to us: Lilima

Australia captain Tim Paine feels no pressure for his place as Ashes loom

Elizabeth wins 50m rifle 3 positions gold at Masters Meet

MS Dhoni joins Army troops in militancy-infested south Kashmir

PKL 2019 Live Score: Haryana Steelers vs Jaipur Pink Panthers

Ashes 2019: Archer misses out as England name first Test side

Virat Kohli has right to say who he wants as coach: Sourav Ganguly

Playing alongside Tendulkar was highlight of my career: Venugopal

Gaurav Solanki, Pinki Jangra enter quarters of Russian boxing tourney

India under Virat Kohli a threat for Windies, feels Ian Bishop

IAAF hails 'parity and clarity' after Caster Semenya ruling

Suspended footballer Gharami says 'was not aware of banned substance'

Harbhajan's Khel Ratna snub: Punjab minister orders probe into alleged delay

If we lacked vision, Pandya and Bumrah wouldn't have played Tests: MSK

Live Score: Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, 3rd ODI

Kohli's opinion on Shastri not a diktat for CAC: Gaekwad

Thailand Open: Saina Nehwal, Kidambi Srikanth progress

Will India dump Shastri? Moody among challengers for coach post

Mayank Agarwal eyeing maiden Test hundred on Caribbean tour

Indian and foreign guides confuse wrestlers

Pakistan pacer Hasan Ali to marry Indian engineer

'Fighter Prithvi will come out of doping setback'

Lalchand Rajput wants to be Team India head coach

Never asked umpires to cancel 4 overthrows: Stokes

WARRIORS IN WHITE: Indian Test players who have served in the armed forces

England seek a 'double' as Australia eye Ashes history

We're not being bullied by Virat Kohli and Ravi Shastri: Prasad

Can play for free for sake of the game: Zimbabwe cricketers

Root & Paine's different paths to Ashes captaincy

Time for Ajinkya Rahane to rise to the occasion

Real's pre-season struggle continues, lose to Spurs

Real's pre-season struggle continues, lose to Spurs

Did shooting bodies miss the reduced programme offer?

Substance found in cough syrup gets Prithvi Shaw eight-month ban

Big sports events today

Semenya to miss Doha World Championship after Swiss court ruling

Matilda, Sanil set up RP-SG Mavericks' win in UTT

Test regulars Mayank, Umesh set to play as India A eye 2-0 lead

Patrice Evra reveals row with Manchester United chief Woodward

Brazil police recommend no charges for Neymar in rape case

Captain Bhupathi, players seek assurance on security for Pak Davis Cup tie

I will come out faster and stronger, tweets Shaw after ban

Mbappe steals the show as PSG ease to 3-0 win over Sydney

BCCI suspends Prithvi Shaw for doping violation

Anjum partners with Babuta to win second gold in Sajjan Singh shooting

Fans to sue after Ronaldo sits out Juventus friendly in Seoul

Langer predicts hostile Ashes reception for Bancroft from England fans

England captain Joe Root returns to No. 3 spot for Ashes opener

India to miss out on Squash World Championships after SAI fails to approve team in time

Prajnesh advances in Los Cabos with win over World No. 67 Millman

'It's a misconception that you know more if you've played more'

Dhoni to start guard duty in Kashmir as honorary lieutenant colonel

Du Plessis backs World Test Championship to boost five-day game

Imam-ul-Haq apologises for involvement in online scandal with multiple women

Yuzvendra was very naughty as a child: Chahal's mother

Sanjay Manjrekar disagrees with Sunil Gavaskar; backs Virat Kohli

India's proposed CWG 2022 boycott: What the athletes feel

India search for a coach good at man-management, planning

New Zealand add Samaraweera to support staff for Sri Lanka Tests

Rana Daggubati to produce Muttiah Muralitharan biopic

US Soccer says women's team has made more than the men

Arthur not surprised by Amir's Test retirement, says ban had damaged it

'Hungrier' David Warner out of exile and targeting Ashes tons

Pro Kabaddi League: Pirates edge Thalaivas in thriller

Five memorable Ashes series

Virat Kohli wants Ravi Shastri to continue as coach

Ashes 2019: England have nothing to lose by opening with Jason Roy

Sunil Gavaskar questions Virat Kohli's position as captain post World Cup

Andy Murray 'quite close' to singles return

Virat Kohli slams reports of rift with Rohit Sharma as 'baffling and untrue'

Brazil police end Neymar rape probe over lack of evidence

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Sports News For The Year 2019 and Month Jul