Sports News For The Year 2019 and Month Sep

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Sports News For The Year 2019 and Month Sep

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Murray climbs over 200 places as Djokovic stays top in ATP rankings

Former world number one Andy Murray climbed over 200 places in the new ATP rankings released on Monday while Novak Djokovic extended his lead over Rafael Nadal at the top.
2019-10-07 11:07:42 Read More

Yamamoto to drive for Toro Rosso in Japanese GP practice

Honda-backed Japanese Naoki Yamamoto will take part in a Formula One grand prix weekend for the first time on Friday when he drives a Toro Rosso in opening practice at his home Suzuka circuit.
2019-10-07 11:02:39 Read More

Women's World Boxing Championships: Manju Rani enters quarters

India's Manju Rani (48kg) on Monday advanced to the quarterfinals of the World Women's Boxing Championships after a comprehensive victory in the last 16 stage.
2019-10-07 11:02:25 Read More

Rahane welcomes new-born daughter, shares adorable picture

Team India Test vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane, whose wife recently gave birth to a baby girl, shared a first glimpse of the newest addition to his family. Rahane’s wife Radhika Dhopavkar gave birth to their daughter on Saturday. Rahane at that time was playing the first Test vs South Africa in Visakhapatnam.
2019-10-07 09:57:16 Read More

Vijender Singh's next pro-boxing fight on Nov 22

After a winning start in the American professional circuit, Indian boxing star Vijender Singh will next be seen in action in Dubai on November 22 against a yet-to-be-finalised opponent.
2019-10-07 09:50:50 Read More

Silverwood replaces Bayliss as England head coach

British media had reported last week that former India and South Africa coach Gary Kirsten had emerged as the leading contender to take over, although the 44-year-old Silverwood was also in the reckoning.
2019-10-07 09:23:23 Read More

ICC Rankings: India women stay No. 2 in ODIs

The Indian women's team (125 points), led by Mithali Raj, has widened their gap over third-placed England (122) from one to three points. In the T20I rankings, India are placed at the fifth position.
2019-10-07 09:04:39 Read More

Will push for Kabaddi's inclusion in next Olympics: Kiren Rijiju

Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju has said that the government will be pushing hard for the inclusion of Kabaddi in the 2024 Olympic Games scheduled to be held in Paris.
2019-10-07 08:47:08 Read More

Mayank plays fearlessly like his idol Sehwag: Laxman

Mayank Agarwal scored his maiden double hundred (215) against South Africa in the 1st innings of the 1st Test. Lauding the performance of the Karnataka lad, VVS Laxman said, "mental toughness and stability are Mayank's strengths and he plays fearlessly just like his idol, Virender Sehwag." Riding on Mayank's double ton, India posted 502/7d in the 1st innings.
2019-10-07 08:09:09 Read More

Steve Smith, David Warner return to Sheffield Shield

Australia batsmen Steve Smith and David Warner will play their first domestic Sheffield Shield matches in almost two years when they turn out from Thursday for New South Wales against Queensland. Neither player has appeared in a four-day match Shield since November, 2017 when both also appeared for New South Wales against Queensland.
2019-10-07 07:05:02 Read More

David de Gea says sorry after Man United's latest flop

David de Gea apologised to Manchester United supporters after his troubled side slumped to a dismal 1-0 defeat at Newcastle on Sunday. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side sit just two points above the relegation zone and have not won away since March after Matty Longstaff's second-half winner for Newcastle.
2019-10-07 06:41:59 Read More

BCCI officials yet to get election notice, treasurer signs accounts under protest

While the Committee of Administrators (CoA) sent out notices to the members of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for the elections last week, they are yet to notify the office bearers of the Annual General Meeting (AGM), as well as the board election that will be held at the headquarters in Mumbai at 11 a.m. on October 23.
2019-10-07 06:29:03 Read More

1st Test: Full list of records in India's demolition job in Vizag

From Rohit Sharma's twin centuries in his first Test as opener to Ravichandran Ashwin's 350 wickets and the finishing touch provided by Mohammed Shami, here's a list of records the Indian players knocked over during the home team's 203-run win in Visakhapatnam.
2019-10-07 06:28:39 Read More

Sumit Nagal achieves career-best ranking of 129

Indian tennis player Sumit Nagal on Monday achieved a career-best ranking of 129 after jumping six places in the latest men's singles rankings. The 22-year-old Nagal, who has been in good form of late, reaped the benefit of a semi-final finish at the ATP Challenger Campinas in Brazil last week.
2019-10-07 06:02:52 Read More

Anurag Thakur holds all aces in BCCI post-October 23

Once a king, he will be the new kingmaker in the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Anurag Thakur, a former BCCI president, secretary and joint secretary, could be holding all the aces to how the BCCI structure will look post October 23. He is actively working on this.
2019-10-07 05:49:19 Read More

I ended Gambhir's white-ball career, claims Mohd. Irfan

Pakistan pacer Mohammad Irfan, who dismissed former India opener Gautam Gambhir four times during the 2012 limited-over bilateral series (T20Is and ODIs), has claimed that he finished Gambhir's white-ball career. The 7-feet-1-inch Irfan also said that some of the players told him in the 2012 series in India that they couldn't sight his ball properly because of his height.
2019-10-07 05:10:01 Read More

We need to show patience with comeback men: Misbah on Shehzad, Akmal

Pakistan's head coach Misbah-ul-Haq has urged the critics to show some patience with changes and experiments being done as it takes some time to yield results. The former Pakistan skipper, who is also the chief selector also said that it is his duty to support the under-pressure current captain Sarfaraz Ahmed.
2019-10-07 04:18:40 Read More

Faf reckons Rohit's second ton made the difference

Rohit scored two centuries in each innings of his first Test as an opening batsman (176 and 127), which laid the foundation of India's eventual 203-run win against South Africa in Visakhapatnam to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
2019-10-07 03:53:21 Read More

Dream start as Test opener: Virender Sehwag hails Rohit Sharma

Former Indian opener Virender Sehwag hailed Rohit Sharma for the start he made as an opening batsman in Test cricket. Rohit smashed 174 and 127 in India's first Test against South Africa in Visakhapatnam. The hosts ended up winning the match by a big margin of 203 runs.
2019-10-07 03:47:57 Read More

Rohit crowns Shami as 'Master of Reverse Swing'

He (Mohammad Shami) knows how to bowl on these pitches, gets reverse swing straight into play. It isn’t easy to bowl when the reverse is happening. He has mastered that art now, bowling with the old ball and getting it to reverse,” Rohit Sharma said. Shami took 5/35 to take the sting out of South Africa's chase of a 395-run target. The Proteas lost by 203 runs.
2019-10-07 03:27:04 Read More

Fencer Bhavani Devi wins silver at Belgium meet

Fencer Bhavani Devi won silver in the women's sabre category of the Tournoi Satellite competition (World level) held at Ghent, Belgium on Sunday. The gold was clinched by Anna Bashta of Azerbaijan while Maurice Perez of Argentina finished with a bronze.
2019-09-29 16:33:57 Read More

Kapil Dev-led CAC doesn't need to appear in front of ethics officer: BCCI

The BCCI is of the opinion that the Kapil Dev-led CAC will not have to appear in front of the ethics officer DK Jain after receiving conflict-of-interest notices. TOI has learnt that the SC-appointed CoA has offered to represent them as it had cleared the three-member panel to select the head coach of the senior men's Indian cricket team.
2019-09-29 16:26:23 Read More

Harmanpreet stars as Indian hockey team hammers Spain 5-1

The Indian men's hockey team registered a comfortable 5-1 over Spain on Sunday, continuing their winning run on the tour of Belgium. Harmanpreet Singh once again starred for the team , scoring a brace while Akashdeep Singh, SV Sunil and Ramandeep Singh slotted a goal each as well. India will next face world number 2 Belgium on Tuesday.
2019-09-29 16:08:41 Read More

PKL: Dabang Delhi beat Puneri Paltan to secure semifinal spot

The league leaders Dabang Delhi have secured their direct entry into the semifinals with a thumping 60-40 win over Puneri Paltan in a in a lop-sided Pro Kabaddi League match at the Tau Devi Lal Stadium, here on Sunday.
2019-09-29 15:42:03 Read More

Back-to-back international badminton titles for Malvika Bansod

Rising Indian badminton star Malvika Bansod achieved the rare feat when the Nagpur teenager won back-to-back international titles on Sunday.
2019-09-29 15:17:18 Read More

Asia Cup in Pakistan: PCB to wait for BCCI's confirmation till June 2020

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has set June 2020 as deadline for the Indian Cricket Board to confirm its participation in Asia Cup, scheduled in September next year. The final decision to shift the tournament will be Asian Cricket Council's prerogative.
2019-09-29 15:17:01 Read More

Removing Mickey Arthur as coach was a tough decision: PCB top official

A top official of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has admitted that removing Mickey Arthur as head coach of the national team was a tough decision to make. Arthur has recently spoken about the manner in which PCB's cricket committee recommended his removal after the World Cup, saying he felt let down by people he trusted most.
2019-09-29 13:39:21 Read More

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Chhattisgarh beat Andhra to continue winning run

Chhattisgarh continued its winning run in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, beating Andhra by 56 runs in the Elite Group 'A' game. Asked to bat first, Chhattisgarh, who had stunned defending champions Mumbai on Saturday, crawled to 268/9 in their allotted 50 overs.
2019-09-29 13:17:41 Read More

F1: Lewis Hamilton wins in Russia to end Ferrari's run of success

Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton snatched victory in the Russian Grand Prix in a surprise Mercedes one-two after Ferrari argued over team orders and were undone by a virtual safety car. Hamilton also banked a bonus point for the fastest lap of the race to stretch his lead to 73 points over team mate Valtteri Bottas, who finished second, with five rounds remaining.
2019-09-29 13:06:33 Read More

Jehan Daruvala finishes 3rd at FIA F3 Championship

In an unprecedented performance by an Indian, young Jehan Daruvala finished second runner-up at the FIA F3 Championship, which concluded with the Russian Grand Prix. This is the best championship position ever by an Indian in an official F1 feeder series.
2019-09-29 13:00:46 Read More

India clinch SAFF U-18 Championship title, defeat Bangladesh in final

The Indian football team lifted the SAFF U-18 Championship for the first time when they defeated Bangladesh 2-1 in the title clash on Sunday. India's Ninthoinganba Meetei was adjudged the Most Valuable Player of the tournament.
2019-09-29 12:05:48 Read More

PM Narendra Modi hails plogging campaign

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed the efforts of India's perhaps first 'plogger' Ripudaman Belvi who has launched a campaign to pick up litter while jogging. Plogging is a combination of jogging and picking up litter. It started as an organised activity in Sweden around 2016, according to reference available on the internet.
2019-09-29 11:57:50 Read More

Wrestler Sajan Bhanwal wins gold and place in Indian team for U-23 Worlds

Sajan Bhanwal, the only Indian to win two junior World Championship medals, expectedly earned a place in the country's Greco-Roman team for the Under-23 World Championship by emerging champion in the age-group Nationals, which concluded on Sunday.
2019-09-29 11:54:56 Read More

Komalika Bari: From better student to a world-class archer

In a country where being great in studies is of utmost importance to be considered as a good boy or girl, it does not sound strange when one comes to know that teen archer Komalika Bari took up the sport to do better in studies.
2019-09-29 11:43:47 Read More

Indian coaches of Bangladesh women's team won't travel to Pakistan: BCB

Indian coaches from Bangladesh's women's cricket staff will not travel to Pakistan for the international series next month amid political tensions between the neighbouring nuclear rivals, the country's Cricket Board said Sunday.
2019-09-29 11:35:40 Read More

CoA saw no conflict in Kapil Dev-led CAC: Vinod Rai

CoA chief Vinod Rai said that the committee wouldn't have given the three-member CAC the go-ahead if they did find any conflict of interest in them being appointed to pick the head coach of the Indian men's team. Whereas, CoA member Diana Edulji said that the Ethics Officer is the final authority on the conflict of interest rules.
2019-09-29 11:35:22 Read More

Yuvraj Singh's new look sees Sania Mirza pull his leg

Yuvraj Singh has been in the news recently for his strong words about being dropped unceremoniously, but his clean shaven look got tennis star Sania Mirza to bring in the humour as she urged the 2011 World Cup hero to bring his beard back.
2019-09-29 11:33:28 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah's stress fracture not due to his action: Nehra

"Stress fracture is unrelated to action. He doesn't need to change his action and if he tries to do that, it won't be great. Let me assure you, when he comes back, he can bowl with the same action, intensity and pace," Ashish Nehra said. Bumrah was recently ruled out of both SA & Bangladesh series owing to a stress fracture in his lower back.
2019-09-29 09:49:58 Read More

Senior SA players should throw first punch at India: Philander

South Africa pacer Vernon Philander wants the team's senior players to take responsibility and throw the "first punch" at "big dogs" India in the upcoming three-match Test series starting October 2.
2019-09-29 08:28:10 Read More

PM Modi lauds Daniil Medvedev's simplicity and maturity

While addressing his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat', Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday talked about Russian tennis player Daniil Medvedev's sportsman spirit after losing to Rafael Nadal in the US Open
2019-09-29 07:39:52 Read More

Dutee Chand crashes out of World Athletics Championships in first round

Indian sprinter Dutee Chand's World Championships campaign ended in disappointment as she clocked 11.48 seconds -- one of her worst timings this season -- in the women's 100m heats on Saturday.
2019-09-28 15:35:06 Read More

Oracle Netsuite Squash Open: Joshna upsets Joelle King to enter semis

India's Joshna Chinappa stunned fourth seed Joelle King of New Zealand to seal a place in the semi-final of the Oracle Netsuite Women's Squash Open, a world tour gold event.
2019-09-28 14:14:10 Read More

Ferrari's Leclerc claims pole in Russia, his fourth in a row

Charles Leclerc reeled off his fourth consecutive pole position with another stunning lap on Saturday as he topped the times in qualifying for Sunday's Russian Grand Prix.
2019-09-28 13:53:47 Read More

Premier League: Liverpool extend lead with hard-fought win at Sheffield United

Liverpool moved eight points clear at the top of the table, but were made to work hard for a 16th straight Premier League win as Georginio Wijnaldum's fortunate strike handed the visitors a 1-0 victory at Sheffield United on Saturday.
2019-09-28 13:49:28 Read More

Ostapenko stuns world no.2 Pliskova at China Open

The 2017 French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko dumped world number two Karolina Pliskova out in the first round of the China Open on Saturday despite racking up 25 double faults.
2019-09-28 13:40:19 Read More

NBA: India tour all about team bonding for Indiana Pacers

For Indiana Pacers, the American professional basketball team based in Indianapolis in Indiana, the long flight from home to India would be all about team bonding.
2019-09-28 13:19:12 Read More

'Struggled to hold back my tears when Dhoni got out in WC semis'

The World Cup semifinal loss to New Zealand in July still fresh in his mind, leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal said he struggled to hold back his tears when Mahendra Singh Dhoni got out in that match at Old Trafford. Chasing 240, Chahal walked into bat after Dhoni fell in the 49th over against New Zealand in the rain-affected semi-final which India lost by 18 runs.
2019-09-28 12:52:34 Read More

Parupalli Kashyap's Korea Open show intensifies battle for Olympic spots

Parupalli Kashyap failed to match the prowess of the Kento Momota, the most dominant men's singles player of the year, losing 13-21, 15-21 in the semifinals of the Korea Open BWF Super-500 Tournament in Incheon on Saturday.
2019-09-28 12:50:11 Read More

Vijay Shankar hits 91 in Tamil Nadu's seven-wicket win over Bihar

All-rounder Vijay Shankar marked his return from injury with a superb knock of 91 (88 balls, 6 fours, 1 six) to power Tamil Nadu to a seven-wicket win over Bihar in a Vijay Hazare Trophy Group C match on Saturday.
2019-09-28 12:47:48 Read More

Rohit fails preparatory test, raises questions about opening ability

Rohit Sharma's preparations for the tryst as a Test opener lasted only four minutes and two balls. The Board President's XI's skipper left the first ball from paceman Vernon Philander alone but couldn't resist pushing at the next one as it was pitched well up. But to Rohit's chagrin the ball moved a bit late and the resultant edge was snapped up by a diving wicketkeeper Heinrich Klassen.
2019-09-28 12:16:21 Read More

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May never be able to shake off nepotism tag: Imam-ul-Haq

Pakistan batsman Imam-ul-Haq said that he may never be accepted by Pakistani fans for what he is as opposed to him being batting great and former captain Inzamam-ul-Haq's nephew. Imam said that he had made it to the Pakistan team through hard work as opposed to the accusations of nepotism levelled at him.
2019-09-28 12:04:36 Read More

BP XI vs SA Bharat, Panchal, Lad hit fine 50s in drawn match

Wicketkeeper KS Bharat entertained the crowd with some lusty blows. The Andhra lad struck seven fours and five mighty sixes in his 57-ball 71. He forged a 100-run partnership for the sixth wicket with Siddhesh Lad, who remained unbeaten on 52 (89b; 7x4 1x6).
2019-09-28 12:03:41 Read More

Expectations can make you nervous, says Mary Kom

She is the most successful boxer in the history of amateur world championships but Indian icon MC Mary Kom says she is a shade "nervous" heading into her ninth appearance at the showpiece, not because of the competition that awaits her but the overwhelming expectations at home.
2019-09-28 11:50:50 Read More

Aryna Sabalenka beats Alison Riske to win WTA Wuhan Open

Aryna Sabalenka became the first player to claim back-to-back titles in Wuhan thanks to a 6-3, 3-6, 6-1 victory over American Alison Riske in the final on Saturday. The 21-year-old improved her record at the event to a perfect 12-0 and joins Petra Kvitova as the only two-time Wuhan Open champions.
2019-09-28 11:23:35 Read More

Govt sanctions Rs 7.87cr as out-of-pocket allowance for Khelo India athletes

The Sports Ministry has sanctioned Rs 7.87 crore as out-of-pocket allowance for 2625 Khelo India athletes training in 99 Khelo India academies and other centres across the country.
2019-09-28 11:14:17 Read More

Virat Kohli a lot like Sourav Ganguly, bold in his decisions: Zaheer Khan

One of the few to have had the fortune to play under Ganguly, Dhoni and Kohli (in the IPL), Zaheer believes that the current India skipper is a lot like his first captain in international cricket - Sourav Ganguly. "Virat is a lot like dada (Ganguly), he is expressive, bold in his decisions and always pumps the team up through crunch situations," Zaheer said.
2019-09-28 10:45:50 Read More

Let call on retirement rest with MS Dhoni: Shikhar Dhawan

The decision to call time on his illustrious international career is Mahendra Singh Dhoni's sole prerogative as he knows a thing or two about taking important decisions, feels senior opener Shikhar Dhawan.
2019-09-28 08:02:31 Read More

Rohit shouldn't make mistakes that I made as opener: Laxman

VVS Laxman wants Rohit Sharma to stick to his natural game in his role as opener during the upcoming South Africa Test series, recalling how a tweak in technique messed his own rhythm when he was forced to open the innings between 1996-98 despite being a specialist middle-order batsman.
2019-09-28 07:01:56 Read More

Documentary on Real Kashmir nominated for BAFTA awards

Srinagar-based football club Real Kashmir FC has been gaining new grounds ever since its inception. The club's performance in its debut I-League season (2018-19), where it stayed in the title race till the final round and finally finished third, was straight out of a fairytale.
2019-09-28 03:39:54 Read More

Age fraud seriously detrimental to health of Indian cricket: Rahul Dravid

Speaking at the Prize Distribution Ceremony of the 89th edition of the Times Cricket Shield, Rahul Dravid addressing the issue of age fraud in Indian junior cricket said that it was up to the maidan secretaries, the team owners to ensure that this does not happen. He said that the age fraud was "seriously detrimental" to the health of Indian cricket.
2019-09-28 03:13:53 Read More

Egypt votes for Salah as world best player ruled out: FIFA

Egypt's votes for national icon Mohamed Salah for the world's best player award were rejected by FIFA because they were signed in capital letters and deemed invalid, world football's governing body said on Friday.
2019-09-27 13:17:03 Read More

SAFF U-18 Championship: India beat Maldives 4-0 to reach final

The Indian football team hammered Maldives 4-0 to storm into the final of of the SAFF U-18 Championship on Friday.
2019-09-27 12:55:46 Read More

Will reply critics with better performance in World Championships: Sarita Devi

Boxer Sarita Devi is confident of better performance in the upcoming World Championships and on Friday said that she will reply to critics with her performance. "The World Championships is the biggest opportunity for me to prove myself despite the fact of my age. I will not be able to play next time but this time I'll try to give my best," Sarita said.
2019-09-27 12:55:02 Read More

Lance Klusener appointed head coach of Afghanistan

Former South Africa all-rounder Lance Klusener was on Friday appointed the new head coach of the Afghanistan cricket team. Klusener will replace Phil Simmons, whose 18-month stint with the national side ended with their last-place finish in the World Cup, an ICC statement read.
2019-09-27 12:51:43 Read More

'Vinod Rai didn't consult CoA members before writing in Rahul Dravid matter'

National Cricket Academy (NCA) head Rahul Dravid was expected to get the support of the BCCI lawyers as he deposed before Ethics Officer DK Jain on Thursday. But what came as a big surprise was Committee of Administrators (CoA) chief Vinod Rai writing to Jain and citing examples to ensure that the former India skipper is not held guilty of conflict by the Ethics Officer
2019-09-27 12:16:03 Read More

Karachi's wait goes on as Pakistan-Sri Lanka 1st ODI called off

The 10-year wait for ODI cricket continues for Karachi after the first one-day international between Pakistan and Sri Lanka was called off without any play.
2019-09-27 12:04:59 Read More

England's Sarah Taylor quits international cricket over anxiety issues

England wicket-keeper Sarah Taylor has called time on her international career, a statement from the England Cricket Board said. Taylor, 30, made her England debut in 2006, and went on to make 226 appearances. Across that time she amassed 6,533 runs -- second on England Women's all-time list of run-scorers.
2019-09-27 11:36:25 Read More

Man United's Pogba an injury doubt for Arsenal clash

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba faces a race against time to prove his fitness for Monday's Premier League clash against Arsenal after an ankle injury flared up, manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said.
2019-09-27 10:51:28 Read More

WATCH: Zlatan Ibrahimovic imitates iconic stunt in latest 'Matrix Challenge'

You can now relive the famous Keanu Reeves stunt from the Hollywood blockbuster ‘Matrix’, though this time it has a sporty touch. The new ‘Matrix challenge’ is all the new social media craze and football star Zlatan Ibrahimovic has shown how it’s done.
2019-09-27 10:44:57 Read More

Real challenge for Sumit Nagal is to sustain performance: Paes

Veteran Leander Paes on Friday said Sumit Nagal's real challenge lies in sustaining his recent performance, which has made the world sit up and take note.
2019-09-27 10:10:58 Read More

Parupalli Kashyap seals Korea Open semi-finals spot

Indian shuttler Parupalli Kashyap progressed to the men's singles semi-finals of the Korea Open World Tour Super 500 with a straight-game win over former world no 2 Denmark's Jan O Jorgensen on Friday.
2019-09-27 09:57:25 Read More

Midnight marathon centre stage as World Championships open

The 17th edition of the World Athletics Championships gets under way on Friday, with a midnight marathon launching a 10-day battle for medals as the biennial event is staged in the Middle East for the first time.
2019-09-27 09:36:06 Read More

Yuvi feels Rohit can share Kohli's captaincy load

Rohit, the vice-captain of India's limited-overs sides, has been the most successful captain in the Indian Premier League (IPL), leading Mumbai Indians to four title wins and Yuvraj said it won't be a bad idea for India to try out split captaincy to ease the workload of the best batsman in the world.
2019-09-27 07:37:37 Read More

I could've played another WC had team management supported me: Yuvraj

Former India batsman Yuvraj Singh has claimed that the team management let him down towards the fag end of his international career and he could have played another World Cup after the 2011 heroics if he had enough backing. Yuvraj, who retired from the game earlier this year, reiterated that he was ignored despite clearing the mandatory yo-yo test for fitness.
2019-09-27 07:02:48 Read More

Deepak Punia becomes No. 1, Bajrang loses top rank

Silver medallist at World Wrestling Championships, Deepak Punia has jumped to world number one position in the 86kg category but Bajrang Punia has lost his top spot in 65kg in the latest rankings issued by the United World Wrestling. This year, Deepak had won a silver medal at Yasar Dogu and bronze medals at the Asian Championships and at Sassari tournament.
2019-09-27 06:40:59 Read More

'Indian boxing will do something big in Olympics'

Indian boxers are headed in the right direction and will do something big at the Tokyo Olympic Games, reckons High Performance Director Santiago Nieva, who wants his wards to emerge as outright winners and secure at least five Olympic spots during the Asian qualifiers.
2019-09-27 05:58:01 Read More

I can be India's No. 4: Suresh Raina

Out-of-favour Indian batsman Suresh Raina has not given up on his India dreams and believes that he can bat at the much-debated No. 4 spot for the team in the shortest format of the game. Raina, who last played for India against England in 2018, is eyeing a comeback to the national side with two T20 World Cups in successive years, 2020 and 2021.
2019-09-27 04:46:55 Read More

Reduced workload helping Mithali Raj

When you see the Indian team slug it out against the visiting South Africans in the five-match T20 series on TV, you cannot but miss the presence of the most familiar face of women's cricket in the country.
2019-09-27 04:36:40 Read More

Will announce verdict on Rahul Dravid soon: BCCI ombudsman

It shouldn't take long for BCCI ombudsman DK Jain to decide whether batting legend Rahul Dravid is conflicted in his role as the National Cricket Academy (NCA) director.
2019-09-27 04:14:06 Read More

Mary Kom to unleash new trick at World Championships

Eyeing a historic seventh gold at the upcoming World Championships, boxer MC Mary Kom has a new trick up her sleeve.
2019-09-27 03:46:46 Read More

Rahul Dravid conflict: More questions than answers

The Supreme Court-appointed ethics officer, retired justice DK Jain who also doubles up as the ombudsman for the Indian cricket board, is all set to 'dismiss' the complaint of conflict against former India captain and legendary No. 3 Rahul Dravid.
2019-09-27 03:34:16 Read More

Pill thermometers to monitor reaction to Doha heat

The road races will take place at midnight to alleviate the effects of the brutal conditions, although the IAAF has predicted that the air temperature will still be around 30 degrees Celsius. Track and field events will take place at the Khalifa stadium which is air-conditioned and will not be affected.
2019-09-27 03:19:20 Read More

Spain court takes on Neymar-Barca contract dispute

A Spanish court will on Friday attempt to untangle a bitter multi-million-euro contract dispute between Brazilian star striker Neymar and his former club Barcelona.
2019-09-27 03:16:39 Read More

PSG hope for Kylian Mbappe boost after shock home loss

Paris Saint-Germain will look to shake off a rare home league defeat this weekend when they travel to Bordeaux, where Kylian Mbappe could return from a month out with a thigh injury.
2019-09-27 03:09:40 Read More

SA series a chance for Rohit and Rahane to seal Test and ODI berths respectively

The upcoming series against South Africa provides ODI and Test vice-captains Rohit Sharma and Ajinkya Rahane respectively a chance to show their relevance to the Indian cricket team. Rahane was back in form during the West Indies series, prompting the team management to try out Rohit as an opener in the South Africa Tests.
2019-09-27 03:09:20 Read More

Sloppy Sevilla surrender two-goal lead away at Eibar

Sevilla threw away a two-goal lead and with it the chance to go second in La Liga as they lost 3-2 to Eibar on Thursday.
2019-09-27 03:06:35 Read More

Being dropped despite passing Yo-Yo test was unfair: Yuvraj Singh

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has said that he was not picked for the Indian team in 2017 despite passing the mandatory yo-yo test. Yuvraj said he was never informed that he would be dropped. Earlier, this year, the celebrated southpaw, who also played a crucial role in India winning the inaugural World T20 in 2007, called time on his career.
2019-09-27 02:50:09 Read More

England mulling to rope in Gary Kirsten as head coach: Report

ICC ODI world champions England are thinking of roping in former South Africa batsman Gary Kirsten as their next head coach across all three formats. According to a report, England director of cricket Ashley Giles will formally begin the process of hiring a new head coach this week and Kirsten is a front runner in the latest scheme of things.
2019-09-27 02:35:02 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Friday (September 27) that comprise action from the Korea Open badminton tournament and Vijay Hazare Trophy.
2019-09-26 18:45:00 Read More

Sourav Ganguly elected Cricket Association of Bengal president unopposed

The Electoral Officer of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) on Thursday declared that Sourav Ganguly-led five-member panel won uncontested as office-bearers and will remain in their positions after the annual general meeting on Saturday.
2019-09-26 16:39:22 Read More

Dabang Delhi beat Patna Pirates 43-39 in PKL

Dabang Delhi produced a stellar comeback to beat Patna Pirates 43-39 in a Pro Kabaddi League match at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Thursday.
2019-09-26 16:12:18 Read More

What's cooking? Rohit gets to spend some quality time with Prasad

Indian Board President's XI skipper Rohit Sharma was left high and dry by the rain gods. Rohit, who had joined the team last evening, was keen on getting some play underway but it unfortunately wasn't to be.
2019-09-26 14:28:58 Read More

Mandeep, Akashdeep guide India to 2-0 win over Belgium

Mandeep Singh and Akashdeep Singh scored in the second half to guide the Indian men's hockey team to a superb 2-0 win over Belgium in the opening game of the three-match series on Thursday.
2019-09-26 14:25:57 Read More

Pakistan vs Sri Lanka: Karachi gears up for first ODI in 10 years

Karachi hosts a one-day international for the first time in 10 years when Pakistan take on a depleted Sri Lanka on Friday, furthering the country's revival in international cricket. Teams have been reluctant to visit the cricket-mad country since a militant attack on the Sri Lankan team bus in Lahore in 2009.
2019-09-26 13:55:37 Read More

Shafali Verma can be the opener India are looking for: Mithali Raj

India's ODI captain Mithali Raj on Thursday lavished praise on 15-year-old Shafali Verma and said the aggressive opener can serve the women's team for a long time with proper grooming and exposure.
2019-09-26 10:41:45 Read More

Selectors should talk to Dhoni and ask about his plan: Gambhir

Cricketer-turned-politician Gautam Gambhir on Thursday asked the Indian selectors to have a word with wicket-keeper batsman MS Dhoni regarding his future plan.
2019-09-26 10:35:31 Read More

No movement on PV Sindhu's new coach yet, says Gopichand

India national badminton chief coach Pullela Gopichand has refuted reports of Park Tae Sang being in line to replace South Korean Kim Ji Hyun as the women's singles coach of the national team.
2019-09-26 10:15:42 Read More

Amit Panghal: From borrowed gloves to World C'ship silver

Amit Kumar Panghal from Rohtak has emerged as India's big boxing star and is being tagged as a big medal prospect in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Amit's journey has been one of resilience in the face of difficulties. When he started off he had to borrow gloves to practice. His elder brother, Ajay, sacrificed his boxing career to support Amit become a world-class boxer.
2019-09-26 09:57:23 Read More

Nick Kyrgios handed suspended ban, fine for Cincinnati outburst

Australia's Nick Kyrgios was handed a suspended ban of 16 weeks and an additional fine of $25,000 on Thursday for "aggravated behaviour" following an investigation by the ATP.
2019-09-26 09:26:46 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah out of home Tests in 2019: Sources

With just over a week left for the opening game of the three-Test series against South Africa, the Indian team management suffered a huge blow as it came to the fore that pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah had been ruled out of the series due to a minor stress fracture in his lower back. The team management is now targeting a West Indies series return for the fast bowler.
2019-09-26 09:20:45 Read More

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Watch: Kiren Rijiju urges the nation to 'plog run' on Gandhi Jayanti

As India gears up to celebrate the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi on October 2, Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju in a unique initiative has urged the nation to join the Fit India Plog Run. The 'plog run' initiative is being held to pay tribute to the father of the nation on his birth anniversary as the day is also marked as Rashtriya Swachhta Diwas.
2019-09-26 08:55:44 Read More

Australia look for new selector as Greg Chappell retires

Australia are on the hunt for a new national selector after Greg Chappell announced his retirement from the game on Thursday. The former Australian skipper, who played 87 Tests and 74 one-day internationals, had been Cricket Australia's national talent manager for the past nine years as well as a selector.
2019-09-26 08:38:47 Read More

Misbah wants help from world for regular home series in Pakistan

Pakistan head coach Misbah-ul-Haq has requested the support of more cricket-playing nations as the country takes another step towards the revival of international matches on home soil with a limited-overs series against Sri Lanka in Karachi and Lahore.
2019-09-26 07:47:12 Read More

We have patience with 'world class' Rishabh Pant: Ravi Shastri

India head coach Ravi Shastri has put his weight behind under-fire Rishabh Pant, saying the wicketkeeper-batsman is a world class player and the team management will give him all the support he needs to prosper in international cricket.
2019-09-26 07:15:48 Read More

Certain players still carrying baggage of last tour's 0-3 loss: Markram

Bracing up for the upcoming Test series against India, South African batsman Aiden Markram has acknowledged that some of his teammates "might still be carrying a bit of baggage" of the 0-3 drubbing they endured in 2015.
2019-09-26 07:01:14 Read More

Former BCCI chief Srinivasan's daughter Rupa Gurunath elected TNCA President

Rupa Gurunath, daughter of former BCCI chief N Srinivasan, was on Thursday elected unopposed as president of the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA), making her the first woman to head a state unit of the Indian Board.
2019-09-26 06:35:27 Read More

After PM Modi, MS Dhoni most admired man in India

MS Dhoni is only next to PM Modi in the list of most admired men in India. In a 42,000-people survey conducted by YouGov across 41 countries, Dhoni (8.58 admiration score) was the 2nd most admired man behind Modi (15.66 %). Virat Kohli (4.46 %) secured seventh spot on the list. Among women, boxer MC Mary Kom is the only Indian to feature in the top 25.
2019-09-26 06:16:55 Read More

Lewis Hamilton wary of Mercedes' vulnerability in title run-in

Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes will venture into this weekend's Russian Grand Prix with a rare sense of vulnerability after suffering three successive defeats by Ferrari ahead of a race they have dominated for five years. Defending five-time champion Hamilton should have every reason to feel confident - he has won three times at the former Olympic Park venue, including last year, and Mercedes have won every contest since 2014.
2019-09-26 05:37:41 Read More

Korea Open: Parupalli Kashyap beats Daren Liew to enter quarters

Indian shuttler Parupalli Kashyap on Thursday advanced to the Korea Open men's singles quarterfinal after a three-game triumph over Malaysia's Daren Liew here. Kashyap prevailed 21-17, 11-21, 21-12 in a contest that lasted 56 minutes.
2019-09-26 05:19:20 Read More

Resources never guarantee you wins: Julen Lopetegui

Having guided Spain at the junior level, Julen Lopetegui was ‘promoted’ as manager of La Roja in July 2016. Lopetegui travelled to Russia in the summer of 2018 with great expectations. But as fate would have it, the Spanish federation sacked him — just two days before the start of the tournament soon after Real Madrid named him as their next manager.
2019-09-26 05:00:41 Read More

League Cup: Liverpool face Arsenal, Chelsea host Man United in last 16

Liverpool will host Arsenal and Chelsea face Manchester United in two blockbuster League Cup fourth round ties. Wednesday's draw for the last 16 produced two eye-catching ties as Jurgen Klopp's Premier League leaders take on the Gunners at Anfield and struggling United head to Stamford Bridge.
2019-09-26 04:45:54 Read More

Focus on Karun Nair, Umesh Yadav and Mayank Agarwal too

The focus of the three-day tour game between Indian Board President’s XI and South Africa at the Dr PVG Raju ACA Sports Complex here from Thursday to Saturday will undoubtedly be on skipper Rohit Sharma, but there are a few others who would be keen on showcasing their skills.
2019-09-26 04:43:07 Read More

Wriddhiman Saha may get the nod ahead of Rishabh Pant in first Test

Time seems to have almost run out for Rishabh Pant. The 21-year-old, who was out for 4 and 19 in the recently-held T20 series against South Africa at home, is part of the Test team against the Proteas. However, according to sources, Pant could be omitted from the XI for the first Test against SA from October 2, with Wriddhiman Saha being preferred instead.
2019-09-26 04:05:19 Read More

Barcelona confirm Lionel Messi thigh strain

Lionel Messi has sustained a strain in his left thigh, Barcelona confirmed on Wednesday. Messi was substituted at half-time of Barca's 2-1 win over Villarreal on Tuesday in what was the striker's first start of the season.
2019-09-26 03:53:35 Read More

Aaron Finch eyeing Test comeback

Australia's one-day skipper Aaron Finch is keen to play Test cricket again after watching the top order fail to fire during the recent Ashes series. The 32-year-old was dumped after scoring just 97 runs in three Tests as an opener against India last summer, later declaring his chances of padding up again had "probably slipped away".
2019-09-26 03:31:52 Read More

CoA will demit office on October 23: Vinod Rai

Vinod Rai, chairman of the Supreme Court-appointed Committee of Administrators (COA), says October 23 – the day when BCCI conducts its Annual General Meeting (AGM) – will be the COA’s last day in office. In an exclusive chat, the retired bureaucrat — who has helmed the BCCI administrators 33 months now — denied that deferment of elections had been sought.
2019-09-26 03:29:49 Read More

Will Rohit Sharma's red-ball dream get a top-up?

Rohit Sharma will flag off his new stint at the top of the order in red-ball cricket when he leads Board President’s XI against South Africa in a three-day game beginning on Thursday. For long one of India's premier openers in the limited overs set-up, can Rohit finally become a permanent feature in all three formats by moving up to the top of the order in Tests?
2019-09-26 03:12:14 Read More

La Liga: Real Madrid and Atletico warm up for city derby with victories

Real Madrid's crisis has been averted for the time being at least after they beat Osasuna 2-0 on Wednesday without Eden Hazard and Gareth Bale to go top of La Liga. Hazard and Bale were among a number of players rested by coach Zinedine Zidane, with Real facing seven games in 21 days, the next of them against city rivals Atletico Madrid on Saturday.
2019-09-26 03:11:19 Read More

League Cup: Manchester United survive shoot-out, West Ham crash out

Manchester United survived a League Cup scare against third tier Rochdale as they won 5-3 on penalties, while West Ham suffered a shock 4-0 defeat at Oxford on Wednesday. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's struggling side were held to a 1-1 draw at Old Trafford after 16-year-old Luke Matheson scored a 76th minute equaliser following Mason Greenwood's opener for United eight minutes earlier.
2019-09-26 02:52:25 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Thursday (September 26) that comprise action from the Korea Open badminton tournament and Vijay Hazare Trophy.
2019-09-25 18:45:00 Read More

Had to beg and plead for opener's slot: Sachin Tendulkar

Batting legend Sachin Tendulkar has revealed in a LinkedIn video that he had to "beg and plead" for the opener's slot so that he could play in an aggressive manner, which was not the norm back in those days.
2019-09-25 17:45:56 Read More

PKL: Bengal Warriors edge past Telugu Titans 40-39

Maninder Singh scored 17 points as Bengal Warriors edged Telugu Titans 40-39, a victory that catapulted them to top of the table, while hosts Jaipur Pink Panthers comprehensively beat Puneri Paltan 43-34 in Pro Kabaddi League on Wednesday.
2019-09-25 16:25:17 Read More

FIFA agrees limits to player loans and agent commissions

FIFA has agreed steps that will limit the number of players clubs can send out on loan from next season and will also limit the amount of money paid to agents in commissions, world football's governing body announced on Wednesday.
2019-09-25 15:49:30 Read More

Pankaj Advani-Aditya Mehta pair wins World Team Snooker title

The Indian duo of Pankaj Advani and Aditya Mehta overcame a tough Thai team to emerge world champions in the IBSF World Snooker Team event on Wednesday.
2019-09-25 13:41:31 Read More

Rain threat looms large over BP's XI vs South Africa tour game

The focus of the three-day tour game between Indian Board President's XI and South Africa at the Dr PVG Raju ACA Sports Complex in Vizianagaram from Thursday to Saturday will undoubtedly be on skipper Rohit Sharma yet there are a few others who would be keen on showcasing their skills.
2019-09-25 13:29:26 Read More

CoA co-members wanted a 2-week delay in BCCI polls, I didn't agree: Edulji

The SC-appointed CoA member Diana Edulji is set to meet Amicus Curiae PS Narasimha and not only apprise him of the functioning of the BCCI, but also discuss the decision to shift the date of BCCI elections by a day to October 23. She has made it clear that while her co-members in the committee wanted a two-week delay in elections, she stood ground and was against the move.
2019-09-25 13:21:31 Read More

SAFF Championship: India U-18 beat Sri Lanka 3-0 to seal semis berth

Gurkirat Singh's brace helped India thump Sri Lanka 3-0 and move to the semifinals of the SAFF U-18 Championship on Wednesday. Gurkirat's brace alongside Aman Chetri's strike proved to be the difference between the two sides in India's last league match.
2019-09-25 13:05:22 Read More

BCCI names Sri Lanka as Zimbabwe's replacement for T20I series in January

The BCCI on Wednesday named Sri Lanka as Zimbabwe's replacement for a short three-match T20 International series to be held in January next year. The BCCI has roped in Sri Lanka for the short series in place of Zimbabwe, which has been suspended by the ICC.
2019-09-25 13:02:48 Read More

Vinesh is one of India's finest female wrestlers: Geeta Phogat

Geeta Phogat, who won India's first ever gold medal in women's wrestling at the 2010 Commonwealth Games, lauded India's performance at the just-concluded World Wrestling Championships, saying she is very hopeful of the contingent doing well in Tokyo Olympics next year.
2019-09-25 11:38:07 Read More

Ferrari can show the resurgence is real in Russia

Formula One champions Mercedes have won every Russian Grand Prix since the first at Sochi's Olympic Park in 2014 but that could all change on Sunday.
2019-09-25 11:19:19 Read More

BCCI Ethics Officer to decide Dravid's conflict issue on Thursday

The much debated 'Conflict of Interest' of National Cricket Academy (NCA) head Rahul Dravid and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) employee Mayank Parikh will be taken up by Ethics Officer DK Jain on Thursday as the duo depose before him.
2019-09-25 11:17:44 Read More

Stimac wants Indian footballers to be fully fit for Bangladesh tie

Indian football team head coach Igor Stimac on Wednesday said he wants all his players to be fully fit for the World Cup qualifying round match against Bangladesh next month.
2019-09-25 11:08:19 Read More

Athletes say Narinder Batra's CWG pullout call unacceptable, heartbreaking

Indian Olympic Association chief Narinder Batra said the level of competition at the CWG is not particularly high and that India should consider a pullout to improve its own standards. Boxing star Vijender Singh, who is the first and only male pugilist with an Olympic medal to his credit, said Batra's statement is heartbreaking as it undermines athletes' hard work.
2019-09-25 11:05:00 Read More

Sumariwalla re-elected as IAAF Council member for second term

Athletics Federation of India (AFI) president Adille Sumariwalla was on Wednesday re-elected as the member of the IAAF Council for a second four-year term during the 52nd Congress of the sport's world governing body.
2019-09-25 10:55:48 Read More

Virat Kohli, Shikhar Dhawan move up in ICC T20I rankings

Kohli's unbeaten 72 in the second T20I of the three-match series against South Africa that ended in a 1-1 draw, saw him gaining one spot and reach 11th position in the batting list while Dhawan moved up three places to 13th after scores of 40 and 36.
2019-09-25 10:53:53 Read More

PT Usha conferred with IAAF Veteran Pin Award

Former Indian athlete and Olympian PT Usha has been conferred with the prestigious International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF) Veteran Pin Award. Usha received the award at the 52nd IAAF conference in Doha.
2019-09-25 09:32:47 Read More

Sebastian Coe re-elected for new term as IAAF chief

Coe, 62, the former Olympic and world champion middle-distance runner, was named head of the governing body of world athletics in 2015 and receives his second mandate just two days before the World Athletics Championships opens in Doha on Friday.
2019-09-25 09:25:44 Read More

Injured Jasprit Bumrah vows to make a strong comeback

Fast bowler Bumrah, who sustained a minor stress fracture in his lower back, has been ruled out of the three-match Test series at home against South Africa. Umesh Yadav has been called in as Bumrah's replacement.
2019-09-25 07:14:40 Read More

Rohit Sharma's opening gambit before the main 'Test'

Rohit Sharma will look to revive his Test career at the top of the batting order when he goes out to open for Board President's XI in South Africa's warm-up fixture ahead of the first Test against India beginning on October 2. With Rohit being promoted as an opener, the next five Tests could be a make or break for the 32-year-old stylish right-hander.
2019-09-25 06:18:59 Read More

Sindhu crashes out of Korea Open, Praneeth also exits

India's two medallists from the recent World Championships, champion PV Sindhu and bronze medal-winner B Sai Praneeth, lost their opening matches in Incheon on Wednesday to make an early exit from the tournament.
2019-09-25 05:52:41 Read More

Yuki Bhambri targeting Maha Open return, says coach Koon

Yuki Bhambri, out of action for nearly a year due to a knee injury, was targetting a return at next year’s Maharashtra Open, his coach Stephen Koon said here on Tuesday. “Yuki said he is with his specialist in America, trying to come back for the ATP Pune 2020,” Koon, in the city to conduct a camp with the Adar Poonawala Maharashtra Tennis Academy, said.
2019-09-25 05:48:52 Read More

Sathiyan to spar with Chinese paddler

Paddler G Sathiyan and his coach S Raman have finalized the hiring of Chinese Shen Yaohuan as sparring partner to prepare for the World Cup, to be held in Chengdu from November 29.
2019-09-25 05:36:22 Read More

CWG a waste of time, says IOA chief Narinder Batra

"Commonwealth Games have no standard!" The CWG, formerly British Empire Games, "is a waste of time", said Indian Olympic Association president Narinder Batra here on Tuesday, making another strong pitch for India to pull out of the Birmingham Games scheduled to be held in 2022.
2019-09-25 05:25:17 Read More

My goal is to produce India's PV Sindhu in swimming: Stephanie Rice

"My goal in the next four to eight years is to have an Indian swimmer on the podium and get inspired and learn from what PV Sindhu did to badminton in India. With her success, she has become a brand and badminton has become lucrative. My goal is to produce India’s PV Sindhu in swimming," Stephanie Rice said.
2019-09-25 04:41:55 Read More

'Supreme Court order is clear, BCCI elections should be held'

In the middle of all the confusion over interpretation of the orders of the Supreme Court involving the BCCI matter, the only subject of relevance — one which the majority in the Indian cricket ecosystem agree with — is that the time has come for the board to conduct its Annual General Meeting (AGM).
2019-09-25 04:11:34 Read More

Vinesh eyes Tokyo podium after clinching bronze at World Championships

At the World Championships, Vinesh Phogat lost to Japan’s Mayu Mukaida in the second round of the 53kg category but later went through the repechage rounds to bag bronze as well as clinch a quota for the 2020 Olympics.
2019-09-25 03:58:34 Read More

UEFA tells teams not to play where women can't watch

European football's governing body (UEFA) said on Tuesday it would tell member clubs and national teams not to play games in countries where women do not have full access to stadiums.
2019-09-25 03:51:47 Read More

Can't do much if referees support home wrestler: Bajrang Punia

The controversial loss to Kazakhstan's Daulet Niyazbekov in the semifinals of the Wrestling World Championships still rankles wrestler Bajrang Punia. The 25-year-old feels he was robbed of a gold medal due to “biased refereeing” in favour of the Kazakh wrestler. “I was trying my best, but what can you do if the referees favour the home wrestler," he said.
2019-09-25 03:29:56 Read More

Must learn from footballers' fitness, discipline: Kohli

In Goa to launch the home jersey of ISL club FC Goa, Virat Kohli spoke to TOI on football, fitness and sports. Asked if cricketers take lessons from footballers, Kohli said, "We always look up to footballers for discipline. Football players are very particular about professionalism, in terms of physical preparation, nutrition & rest periods. We learn a lot from them."
2019-09-25 03:11:22 Read More

Tottenham knocked out of League Cup by Colchester

Tottenham Hotspur's disappointing start to the season hit a new low as they suffered an embarrassing League Cup third-round defeat on penalties at fourth-tier Colchester on Tuesday.
2019-09-25 03:04:52 Read More

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Barca beat Villarreal, new injury scare for Messi

Barcelona secured a much-needed 2-1 home victory over Villarreal in La Liga on Tuesday, racing into a two-goal lead inside 15 minutes before hanging on after Santi Cazorla halved the deficit on the stroke of halftime.
2019-09-25 02:53:31 Read More

Big blow for India, talismanic Bumrah out of South Africa Test series

Frontline pacer Jasprit Bumrah, recently hailed as the "most complete bowler in the world" by captain Virat Kohli, has sustained a minor stress fracture in his lower back and been ruled out of the upcoming three-Test series against South Africa. The injury, according to the BCCI, was detected during a routine radiological screening.
2019-09-25 02:52:15 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Wednesday (September 25) that comprise action from the Korea Open badminton tournament and Vijay Hazare Trophy.
2019-09-24 18:45:00 Read More

1st T20I: Deepti shines as India women beat SA by 11 runs

Spinner Deepti Sharma bowled three maiden overs in her four-over quota, apart from taking three wickets, as the Indian women team survived a Mignon du Preez blitz to eke out a 11-run win over South African women in the first T20 International on Tuesday.
2019-09-24 17:05:21 Read More

Discussions on Dhoni's future unfair, only he can take that call: Yuvraj

Dhoni's future in international cricket has been a subject of intense speculation since the conclusion of the ICC World Cup in July. "I think it's unfair to him. The guy (Dhoni) has done so much for Indian cricket. He has been the most successful Indian captain, so you got to give him time," Yuvraj said.
2019-09-24 12:22:16 Read More

Bajrang Punia wants wrestling to be made national sport

Three-time World Championship medallist Bajrang Punia on Tuesday called for wrestling to be made the national sport, insisting that Indian grapplers have consistently won medals in big-ticket events.
2019-09-24 12:01:46 Read More

Athletes from our academy can reach the Olympic podium: Anju

Asian Games gold medallist Anju Bobby George will always be one of the big poster girls of Indian athletics. The only Indian athlete till date to win a senior athletics World Championship medal (long jump bronze in Paris in 2003) is currently focused on grooming the next generation of Indian athletes after making the transition from athlete to coach.
2019-09-24 09:54:51 Read More

Sports minister felicitates boxers Panghal, Kaushik with cash awards

Sports minister Kiren Rijiju on Monday felicitated boxers Amit Panghal and Manish Kaushik with cash awards for their medal winning performances in the Men's World Championships in Ekaterinburg, Russia. While Panghal was handed a cash award of Rs 14 lakh for his silver medal winning effort in 52kg category, Kaushik received Rs 8 lakh for winning the bronze in the 63kg.
2019-09-23 14:22:11 Read More

Bumrah's awkward action has worked as an advantage: Zaheer

Describing Jasprit Bumrah as a "special talent", former India speedster Zaheer Khan feels that his awkward action has worked as an advantage rather than a weakness.
2019-09-23 14:13:42 Read More

Wish to better World Championships show at Olympics: Manish Kaushik

Manish Kaushik capped his senior debut at the World Championships with a bronze medal in his 63kg lightweight division. The 23-year-old pugilist, who reached New Delhi to a warm reception with the rest of the Indian contingent early on Monday, said that he went into the competition with the expectation that he would win a medal.
2019-09-23 14:06:35 Read More

Best of Jofra Archer is yet to come: Eoin Morgan

England captain Eoin Morgan on Monday said Jofra Archer has proved to be an 'X-factor' in his short career so far but insisted that the best of the tearaway pacer is yet to come.
2019-09-23 13:45:37 Read More

Manchester United reassure fans that trophies are top priority

Manchester United have assured disgruntled fans that the club's priority is success on the pitch rather than making money, saying they are committed to "winning trophies at the highest level".
2019-09-23 13:31:53 Read More

We don't fear Chinese and Korean paddlers anymore: Sathiyan

On the back of a stupendous performance at the Asian Table Tennis Championships, India's top-ranked paddler Sathiyan Gnanasekaran believes the fear of playing superior Chinese and Korean players are no longer there among the country's players, and qualifying for the Tokyo Olympics is now a huge possibility.
2019-09-23 13:17:37 Read More

ICC reprimands Virat Kohli for inappropriate physical contact

Indian captain Virat Kohli has been reprimanded by the ICC and received one demerit point after being found guilty for inappropriate physical contact. The incident occurred in the 5th over of India's innings, when Kohli made contact with bowler Hendricks while taking a run during Sunday's third T20I against South Africa.
2019-09-23 13:00:35 Read More

Virat Kohli sets an example on and off the field: Hanuma Vihari

Hanuma Vihari has revealed how skipper Virat Kohli is an inspiration in the dressing room for youngsters and they look up to him as their idol.
2019-09-23 12:43:49 Read More

Sindhu begins quest for season's first BWF Tour title in Korea

World champion PV Sindhu will seek to quickly get over the disappointment of an early exit in the China Open when she resumes her quest for a BWF World Tour title this season at the Korea Open Super 500 tournament beginning on Tuesday.
2019-09-23 12:00:15 Read More

Barty's number one spot under pressure from Pliskova

Ashleigh Barty remains the world number one for another week, according to the latest WTA rankings released Monday, but the Australian faces a tough battle in Wuhan if she is to stay on top.
2019-09-23 11:30:57 Read More

NBA gears up for India debut, Trump adds to buzz with 'I may come'

Speaking at the 'Howdy Modi' event in Houston, Texas, Trump mentioned his interest in the high-profile basketball league, which will be making its India debut on October 4 and 5 with a couple of pre-season games between Sacramento Kings and the Indiana Pacers.
2019-09-23 11:27:00 Read More

IOA and CGF chiefs to meet in Delhi on Nov 14, discuss shooting at CWG

Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president Narinder Batra is set to meet Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) chief Louise Martin on November 14 to discuss the "concerns" raised by India on the axing of shooting from the 2022 Birmingham CWG.
2019-09-23 11:21:05 Read More

Amit Panghal counts on strenuous training to win medal at Tokyo Olympics

World Championships' silver medal-winning boxer Amit Panghal reckons securing an Olympic spot at next year's Asian qualifiers will be a tough task but vowed to leave no stone unturned in his quest for glory at the Tokyo Games.
2019-09-23 11:05:03 Read More

India women need to be wary of South Africa women in 1st T20I

India women can't afford to take South Africa women lightly despite their recent domination over the visitors in twenty20 internationals when the two sides face off in the first game of the five-match T20I series on Tuesday.
2019-09-23 10:59:42 Read More

Jurel: The Kargil war veteran's son who captained India to the U-19 Asia Cup title

Dhruv Chand Jurel is now a household name in Agra's Defence Colony, thanks to his captaincy skills which helped the India Under-19 team win the Asia Cup title. Before earning the tag of 'Captain Dhruv', people knew him because of his father Nem Singh Jurel, a Kargil war veteran. Nem Singh Jurel retired in 2008 as Havaldar from the Indian Army.
2019-09-23 08:13:26 Read More

'The Art of Leaving': Will MS Dhoni get it right?

Sunil Gavaskar played one of his finest innings in his farewell Test against Pakistan, 96 on a Chinnaswamy "snake pit", where the ball jumped and turned square. Kapil Dev, one of the greatest ever to don the national colours, was a pale shadow of his old self, after the tour of Australia in 1991. Mahendra Singh Dhoni has been on a sabbatical for more than two months now.
2019-09-23 07:42:51 Read More

Didn't compete enough, admits Sushil Kumar

In a seven-year period, between the 2012 London Olympics and the 2019 World Championships in Nur-Sultan, veteran wrestler Sushil Kumar competed in only seven tournaments. He struggled at the Jakarta Asian Games leading to questions on whether he was good enough to go any further at 36. However, his World Championships performance was better than Jakarta.
2019-09-23 07:25:49 Read More

Madhav Apte: A Mumbai khadoos who never got bitter

Madhav Apte was an aberration in Indian cricket in the true sense of the term. The right-handed opener, who died after suffering a cardiac arrest in Mumbai on Monday, averaged nearly 50 in Test cricket in seven games but didn't go as far as one would have expected.
2019-09-23 07:00:12 Read More

Stuck to our plans, kept up pressure on India: Quinton de Kock

The margin of victory was big. South African captain Quinton de Kock was impressed with the team. "They got off to a great start but I am very impressed with the way the guys fought back, they read the conditions very well, they stuck to their plans, they just kept up the pressure on India," de Kock said.
2019-09-23 06:52:50 Read More

Rishabh Pant should drop down from No. 4 to regain form: VVS

Rishabh Pant's natural aggressive game is not working for him at the No.4 position, says Indian batting great VVS Laxman, who feels the youngster can regain his form by coming in lower down the order. Ravi Shastri too has stated that Pant's shot-selection has been way off the mark. Laxman said the solution could be as simple as dropping down the order.
2019-09-23 06:28:53 Read More

Virat Kohli's mantra heading into T20 World Cup: No risk, no gain

Skipper Virat Kohli's decision to bat first in a venue always known to favour the chasing teams backfired during the third T20l against South Africa. However, Kohli said, "I think as a team if we are willing to get out of our comfort zone then we will be unfazed with what happens at the toss. That's our basis idea: trying to take the toss out of the equation..."
2019-09-23 06:16:33 Read More

Manchester City will score 10 goals in a match soon, says Watford's Ben Foster

Watford goalkeeper Ben Foster says Manchester City are in such rampaging form that it will not be long before Pep Guardiola's side pump in 10 goals against a team in the same match.
2019-09-23 05:23:42 Read More

Hard for corrupt to hide today: Sunil Gavaskar

Two T20 leagues in the country - the Tamil Nadu Premier League and the Karnataka Premier League - are embroiled in fixing and betting controversies currently.
2019-09-23 04:51:27 Read More

US gymnast Simone Biles confirms World Championships berth

Simone Biles won the all-around competition at the US selection camp Sunday to confirm her spot on a fifth straight gymnastics World Championships team.
2019-09-23 04:37:18 Read More

PKL: U Mumba win to jump to fourth spot

Abhishek Singh of U Mumba has the fastest reflexes on the mat in terms of raiding and that was key to his success as he helped his side to a 31-25 win over Gujarat Fortunegiants in a Pro Kabaddi League match here on Sunday. The winners now jumped to the fourth spot in the points table.
2019-09-23 04:19:16 Read More

Charles Leclerc slams 'frustrating' Ferrari Singapore pit strategy

Charles Leclerc will be seeking answers from his Ferrari team after their 'frustrating' pit strategy prevented him from registering a hat-trick of wins but enabled the Italian outfit to secure a one-two finish at the Singapore Grand Prix on Sunday.
2019-09-23 04:12:33 Read More

Jurgen Klopp salutes Liverpool's perfect start

Jurgen Klopp believes Liverpool's unquenchable appetite for success was the driving force behind the 2-1 win at Chelsea that extended their perfect start to the Premier League title race on Sunday.
2019-09-23 03:57:41 Read More

Gaurav Gill, co-driver booked for Jodhpur accident

Multiple APRC champion and Arjuna awardee Gaurav Gill along with his codriver Musa Sharif were booked for their alleged involvement in an accident during Round 3 of the Indian National Rally Championship (INRC) 30kms from here on Saturday, resulting in the deaths of three people on board a motorbike.
2019-09-23 03:52:32 Read More

Can Ole Gunnar Solskjaer save Manchester United's season?

Manchester United's demoralising defeat against West Ham was a stark reminder of how far they have fallen as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wrestles with how to turn around his side's fortunes.
2019-09-23 03:46:59 Read More

Napoli thrash Lecce to move up to third, Roma grab late win at Bologna in Serie A

A Fernando Llorente double helped Napoli move into third place in Serie A with a 4-1 win at Lecce on Sunday, while Edin Dzeko scored a last-gasp winner as AS Roma beat Bologna 2-1.
2019-09-23 03:33:49 Read More

Benzema ensures Real bounce back with impressive win over Sevilla

Real Madrid eased the pressure on Zinedine Zidane and delivered a resounding response to their loss to Paris Saint-Germain by winning 1-0 away at high-flying Sevilla in La Liga on Sunday.
2019-09-23 03:22:01 Read More

Alexander Zverev completes Laver Cup win for Europe

Alexander Zverev sealed a dramatic Laver Cup victory for Europe over Team World in Geneva on Sunday, as the German beat Milos Raonic in the deciding singles match. The holders trailed 11-7 midway through the final day but Zverev, after Roger Federer had edged past John Isner, downed Raonic 6-4, 3-6, 10-4 to deny John McEnroe's visitors their maiden triumph.
2019-09-23 02:57:57 Read More

South Africa thump scrappy India by 9 wickets to level T20I series

On Sunday, in a match in which rain was predicted to play spoilsport, the visiting South Africans, marshalled by skipper Quinton de Kock's unconquered half-century (79 n.o, 52, 6x4, 5x6), played party poopers as they romped home to a nine-wicket win to level the series 1-all. India earlier won in Mohali by seven wickets. SA chased 134 for 9 in 16.5 overs.
2019-09-23 02:48:56 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Monday (September 23) that comprise the action from Pro Kabaddi League season 7.
2019-09-22 18:45:00 Read More

EPL: Liverpool down Chelsea 2-1 to extend perfect start

Trent Alexander-Arnold's thunderous strike inspired Liverpool's 2-1 win against Chelsea as the Premier League leaders moved five points clear at the top on Sunday.
2019-09-22 17:40:07 Read More

Rahul Aware wins a bronze but loses to weight

When it is about the Olympics, there is hardly any time for complacency. Rahul Aware must have realised this the hard way.
2019-09-22 17:37:13 Read More

Will follow template of batting first going into T20 WC: Kohli

His decision may have backfired but India captain Virat Kohli made it clear that his team won't deviate from the template of opting to bat first rather than chase on flat decks, going into next year's T20 World Cup in Australia. India lost to South Africa by nine-wicket in the 3rd T20I.
2019-09-22 17:33:45 Read More

EPL: West Ham extend away-day blues for pitiful Manchester United

West Ham inflicted more away-day pain on a poor Manchester United side on Sunday, lifting themselves to fourth in the Premier League with a comfortable 2-0 win at the London Stadium.
2019-09-22 15:40:00 Read More

F1: Sebastian Vettel ends long wait for victory with Singapore triumph

Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel ended his year-long drought without a win at the Singapore Grand Prix on Sunday, mastering a hazy circuit to claim a record fifth triumph in the city-state.
2019-09-22 15:31:36 Read More

Rohit Sharma equals MS Dhoni's record of playing most T20Is for India

India batsman Rohit Sharma on Sunday equalled MS Dhoni's record of playing in the maximum number of T20 International matches for India during the third T20I game against South Africa at M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
2019-09-22 14:59:22 Read More

India draw 1-1 with Uzbekistan, qualify for AFC U-16 Championship

India played out a 1-1 draw against hosts Uzbekistan on Sunday to finish on top of Group B and qualify for the AFC U-16 Championship to be held in Bahrain next year.
2019-09-22 14:44:13 Read More

MS Dhoni unavailable for selection until November

MS Dhoni had previously missed the West Indies tour after taking a break of two months which also meant that he missed the ongoing home series against South Africa. The extension of the break means that he will miss out on the Vijay Hazare Trophy and the home T20I series against Bangladesh as well. Dhoni would be available to play for India only in December.
2019-09-22 14:14:39 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Saturday (September 21) that comprise the action from World Boxing Championships and Premier League.
2019-09-20 18:45:00 Read More

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Retiring Masakadza leads Zimbabwe to maiden win over Afghanistan

Hamilton Masakadza struck a blazing half-century in his farewell match to lead Zimbabwe to a seven-wicket win over Afghanistan in their last match of the Twenty20 tri-series in Chittagong on Friday.
2019-09-20 17:33:02 Read More

History-maker Amit Panghal aims for gold at World Boxing Championships

He has already scripted history but Indian boxing ace Amit Panghal (52kg) says he isn't quite done yet as he aims for the gold in the World Championships on Saturday.
2019-09-20 17:23:06 Read More

Meet Ravi Dahiya, a man of few words but talent in abundance

Ravi Dahiya is staring into nothing, sitting in the training arena at Barys Arena with his arms clutching his knees. He has qualified for the Tokyo Olympics after knocking off some established global stars in the 57kg but hardly shows any emotion.
2019-09-20 17:02:06 Read More

Want to play with Sharan in Tokyo Olympics but we need to raise our ranking: Bopanna

Indian tennis ace Rohan Bopanna on Friday said he plans to team up with Divij Sharan and represent the country at the men's doubles event in next year's Olympics but for that to happen, they need to keep their rankings high.
2019-09-20 16:49:28 Read More

Sports should be made affordable, says Sunil Gavaskar

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar on Friday batted for making sports affordable, part of school curriculum and a career option to create a positive atmosphere for sports in the country.
2019-09-20 16:41:47 Read More

PKL: Telugu Titans, Patna Pirates settle for a thrilling tie

Telugu Titans played out a highly entertaining 42-42 tie against Patna Pirates in their Pro Kabaddi match on Friday.
2019-09-20 16:08:12 Read More

India thrash Bahrain 5-0 in AFC U-16 Championships Qualifiers

India continued their impressive show in the AFC U-16 Championship Qualifiers by thrashing Bahrain 5-0 to notch up their second big win in the tournament on Friday.
2019-09-20 15:43:17 Read More

Watch 3rd T20I Preview: Confident India eyeing series win vs South Africa

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2019-09-20 14:19:18 Read More

Bajrang Punia, Ravi Dahiya win bronze at World Wrestling

Bajrang Punia on Friday won bronze at the 2019 World Wrestling Championships. Facing Mongolian Tulga Tumur Ochir, Bajrang fought back from a 0-6 deficit to win 8-7 in what turned out to be a thrilling bronze medal bout. This is the 25-year-old's second consecutive senior Worlds medal and third overall.
2019-09-20 14:12:24 Read More

Rishabh Pant should be careful while playing: Coach Rajkumar Sharma

Rajkumar Sharma, the childhood coach of Indian skipper Virat Kohli, asked wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant to be more careful while playing his 'favourite' T20 format. The remarks came after Pant's dismal performance against South Africa on Wednesday. The left-handed batsman tried to whack the fifth ball he faced, and was out caught at short fine leg.
2019-09-20 13:48:17 Read More

ICC goofs up, calls Dravid left-handed batsman in Hall of Fame

The International Cricket Council drew flak on social media after a major goof-up relating to legendary India batsman Rahul Dravid. On their official website, in the Hall of Fame section, Dravid was mentioned as a left-handed batsman. Dravid was inducted in ICC Hall of Fame in year 2018 alongside Australia's Ricky Ponting and England women's stalwart Claire Taylor.
2019-09-20 13:36:41 Read More

BCCI to honour World Series-winning physically disabled players: Edulji

The BCCI is set to honour the physically disabled players with cash awards for their title triumph in the inaugural T20 Physical Disability World Cricket Series, Committee of Administrator (CoA) member Diana Edujli said on Friday.
2019-09-20 13:11:45 Read More

I knew I'll get a medal at world championship: Manish Kaushik

A medallist on debut at amateur boxing's biggest stage, world championship bronze-winner Manish Kaushik (63kg) says he was sure of finishing on the podium in Russia, the day he triumphed in the selection trials. The disappointment of the semifinal loss apart, Kaushik can take heart from a stellar run at the big event.
2019-09-20 12:51:14 Read More

India A vs South Africa A: Second unofficial Test ends in a draw

Opener Priyank Panchal struck a fine century on the final day of the four-day match as the second unofficial Test between India A and South Africa A ended in a tame draw on Friday.
2019-09-20 12:34:45 Read More

I'm not worried about exclusion from T20Is: Kuldeep Yadav

Omission from T20 International squads for India's last two series hasn't bothered Kuldeep Yadav too much as the chinaman bowler feels it is an opportunity for him to do well in five-day cricket. Kuldeep was dropped from India's T20I squads for the West Indies tour and home series against South Africa.
2019-09-20 12:15:46 Read More

Jofra Archer rewarded with contracts after impressive debut season

England paceman Jofra Archer has been awarded a central contract for Test and white-ball cricket for the first time after making an impact during the World Cup and the Ashes.
2019-09-20 11:33:52 Read More

World Boxing C'ships: Amit first Indian to enter final, bronze for Manish

Asian champion Amit Panghal (52kg) on Friday became the first Indian to enter the finals of the World Men's Boxing Championship while Manish Kaushik (63kg) signed off with a bronze medal after going down in the semifinals here. Second seeded Panghal prevailed 3-2 against Kazakhstan's Saken Bibossinov in the last-four stage.
2019-09-20 11:10:38 Read More

Rahul Dravid spends time with Indian players ahead of 3rd T20I

National Cricket Academy (NCA) head Rahul Dravid was in attendance on Friday as the Indian players had an optional training session at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
2019-09-20 08:58:35 Read More

It's an honour to see my name alongside Bajrang, Vinesh: Ravi

Ravi Kumar Dahiya emerged an unlikely hero for India, as the youngster from Sonipat’s Nahri village qualified for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics after defeating former world champion Yuki Takahashi 6-1 in the quarter-finals of his weight category.
2019-09-20 08:57:44 Read More

Mirabai Chanu betters own national record but misses out on medal at Worlds

Former world champion Mirabai Chanu bettered her own national record but missed out on a podium, finishing a creditable fourth, in the women's 49kg event at the World Weightlifting Championship on Thursday.
2019-09-19 13:52:50 Read More

Smith has complicated technique but an organised mindset: Sachin

Australia batsman Steve Smith, who broke a plethora of records in the just-concluded Ashes, was lauded by batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar on Thursday. Dissecting Smith's batting, Sachin said he has a complicated technique but an organized mindset is what sets him apart from his contemporaries. Smith overtook Virat Kohli as the No.1 ICC Test batsman.
2019-09-19 13:18:17 Read More

AIFF needs to give footballers more game time: Bhaskar Ganguly

Indian football legend Bhaskar Ganguly has slammed the federation for chalking out a shoddy calendar for the clubs as it takes away an opportunity for players to get more game time and improve their skills.
2019-09-19 13:13:04 Read More

2nd unofficial Test: Markram, Mulder lead South Africa A's fightback against India A

Skipper Aiden Markram and allrounder Wiaan Mulder hit superb hundreds as South Africa 'A' fought their way to 400 all out against India 'A' on day three of the second unofficial Test here on Thursday. Markram geared up for the three-Test series against India with a superb 161, while Mulder produced an unbeaten 131 -- his fourth first-class century -- as the visitors came within 17 runs of India A's first innings of 471.
2019-09-19 12:50:31 Read More

Asian TT C'ships: Sharath Kamal-Sathiyan storm into men's doubles quarters

The Indian men's doubles pair of G Sathiyan and Achanta Sharath Kamal sailed into the quarterfinals of the 24th ITTF Asian Table Tennis Championships with easy win over Mahfoodh Sayed Murtadha and Rashed Rashed of Bahrain at Yogyakarta, Indonesia on Thursday.
2019-09-19 12:35:01 Read More

No question of replacing Virat Kohli as captain: RCB team director Mike Hesson

Virat Kohli's record as the Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper might have been below-par but the team's newly-appointed Director of Cricket Mike Hesson ruled out any change in leadership for the under-performing franchise in the next IPL edition. Despite stars like Kohli, AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle, RCB has not won the IPL since the event's inception.
2019-09-19 12:19:57 Read More

World C'ships: Bajrang, Ravi qualify for Tokyo Olympics

Wrestlers Bajrang Punia and Ravi Dahiya booked their tickets for Tokyo Olympics after storming into the semis in their respective weight categories in the ongoing World Wrestling Championships in Nur-Sultan (Kazakhstan). The duo however lost in the semis but are still in contention for bronze medals.
2019-09-19 11:42:05 Read More

Sri Lanka to go ahead with Pakistan tour despite terror fears

Sri Lanka's cricket board on Thursday said it will go ahead with its tour of Pakistan despite fears that players could be the targets of terror attacks during the six-match visit. Sri Lanka Cricket secretary Mohan de Silva said they received the all-clear from the defence ministry to leave for Pakistan on Tuesday.
2019-09-19 11:02:25 Read More

Olympic quota plus bronze, nothing beats that: Vinesh Phogat

Vinesh Phogat will go to the Olympics next year, having won a World Championships bronze medal. A second edition of the Olympics is calling Vinesh and this will be the first Olympic double for an Indian female wrestler.
2019-09-19 10:47:54 Read More

Bangladesh pushes for shooting in Commonwealth Games

Bangladesh on Thursday joined India in appealing to the British government to intervene to have shooting included in the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
2019-09-19 10:43:26 Read More

China Open: PV Sindhu bows out after shock loss

Reigning world champion PV Sindhu made an early exit from the China Open after losing a three-game thriller against Thailand's Pornpawee Chochuwong in the women's singles pre-quarterfinals on Thursday.
2019-09-19 10:08:57 Read More

Steve Smith is a better Test batsman than Virat Kohli: Monty Panesar

“Steve Smith is a better Test batsman than Virat Kohli. But if you take an overall package, especially limited-overs, Virat stands out. He is overall a world-class batsman. Virat is the best batsman in the world. Smith is the best Test batsman in the world," Panesar told Timesofindia.com in an exclusive interview.
2019-09-19 08:54:30 Read More

Shahid Afridi praises Virat Kohli, calls him 'great player'

Former Pakistan swashbuckling all-rounder Shahid Afridi praised Indian skipper Virat Kohli for his batting in the second T20I against South Africa and called him a 'great player'.
2019-09-19 08:29:00 Read More

Boxers Amit, Manish seal Olympic qualifier spots

The Boxing Federation of India had made it clear that boxers who win medals at the world championships will be automatic picks for the Olympic qualifiers scheduled in February in China. The rest of the squad will be picked on the basis of camp performance, points accumulated at international events and in some cases, trials.
2019-09-19 08:20:30 Read More

WATCH: Virat Kohli left stunned as Miller takes one-handed screamer

South Africa’s David Miller produced a sensational effort on the field and grabbed a one-handed stunner to send India opener Shikhar Dhawan packing. Virat Kohli's expression said it all.
2019-09-19 08:19:00 Read More

Next year I want to swim in the sea and create a record: Deepa Malik

India athlete Deepa Malik, the first Indian female athlete to win a Paralympic medal spoke to TimesofIndia.com about various things, including her journey so far, her lesser known achievements, what she is focusing on next and more in a special two part interview.
2019-09-19 07:47:11 Read More

Sindhu a gold medal contender at Tokyo Olympics: Gopichand

PV Sindhu will be a strong contender for the women's gold medal at next year's Tokyo Olympics but the 24-year-old's recent World Championship triumph will also make her a target, India's national coach Pullela Gopichand said.
2019-09-19 07:21:00 Read More

Changed tactics suggested by coaches during Olympic qualifier bout: Vinesh Phogat

That Vinesh Phogat is her own person was proved yet again when she altered the strategy devised by the coaches for the key Olympic qualification match and came out trumps.
2019-09-19 06:51:14 Read More

Changed tactics suggested by coaches during Olympic qualifier bout: Vinesh Phogat

That Vinesh Phogat is her own person was proved yet again when she altered the strategy devised by the coaches for the key Olympic qualification match and came out trumps.
2019-09-19 06:51:14 Read More

Not a good time to be Rishabh Pant

4, 40 not out, 28, 3, 1, 0, 4, 65 not out and 4 - that's what Rishabh Pant has managed in T20Is this year. The last score coming during India's win in the second T20I against South Africa in Mohali on Wednesday. Pant's form appears to be a genuine concern for Team India now. More than the 149 runs he's accumulated from 9 matches, it's the manner of his dismissals.
2019-09-19 04:52:46 Read More

World Boxing Championships: Amit Panghal, Manish Kaushik enter semifinals

'Sky above me, earth below me and fire within me'... That was Indian boxer Amit Panghal's first tweet after landing in Ekaterinburg, Russia for the ongoing World Championships.
2019-09-19 04:17:20 Read More

Big test for Frank Lampard's youngsters as Liverpool visit Chelsea

Frank Lampard's young Chelsea side face a major test of their progress when they face Liverpool at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League on Sunday.
2019-09-19 04:09:41 Read More

Vinesh first Indian wrestler to seal quota spot for Tokyo Olympics

"What I missed in Rio, I will definitely take in Tokyo. I feel an Olympic medal is written in my destiny." This was star Indian woman wrestler Vinesh Phogat's reaction after she won the bronze medal at the Wrestling World Championships in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan on Wednesday.
2019-09-19 03:57:46 Read More

I find it easy to bowl death overs: Deepak Chahar

"I find it easy to bowl death overs because in the Powerplay you only get two fielders outside the circle. However, after the Powerplay, you get five fielders outside," India pacer Deepak Chahar said during a post-match press conference in Mohali. India secured a seven-wicket victory over South Africa in the second T20I. The first T20I was abandoned due to rain.
2019-09-19 03:31:55 Read More

CL: Late Herrera header snatches draw for Atletico against Juventus

Atletico Madrid produced a typically spirited comeback from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Juventus in a thrilling finale to Wednesday's blockbuster Group D opener.
2019-09-19 03:28:33 Read More

Are ODIs losing out to T20Is?

The Future Tours Programme (FTP) for the cycle till 2022, as released by ICC, says that no bilateral series will have more than three ODIs. The number of T20Is has shot up. There are series which won't even feature ODIs over the next three years and some series will have an unprecedented five T20I games. Clearly, T20 has taken over as the premier format.
2019-09-19 03:27:16 Read More

CL: Manchester City ignore injury woes to sink Shakhtar

Pep Guardiola insisted he never doubted Manchester City could cope with their defensive injury crisis as his side made a flying start to the Champions League campaign with a 3-0 win against Shakhtar Donetsk on Wednesday.
2019-09-19 03:12:15 Read More

CL: Tottenham held by Olympiakos after blowing two-goal lead

Tottenham failed to get off to a winning start in the Champions League as last season's finalists let a 2-0 lead slip to draw 2-2 with Olympiakos in Greece on Wednesday.
2019-09-19 02:48:37 Read More

Virat Kohli leads from the front as India coast to seven-wicket win

India captain Virat Kohli led from the front with an unbeaten 72 to help secure his team's comprehensive seven-wicket victory over South Africa in the second Twenty20 International on Wednesday. After a disciplined Indian bowling restricted the Proteas to 149/5, Kohli and Shikhar Dhawan (40) helped the hosts chase down the target with an over to spare.
2019-09-19 02:47:05 Read More

CL: Vintage Angel Di Maria stars as PSG tear apart Real Madrid

Angel Di Maria scored twice against his former club as Paris Saint-Germain shrugged off the absences of Neymar and Kylian Mbappe and thrashed Real Madrid 3-0 on Wednesday in Champions League. Di Maria beat Real goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois at his near post to put PSG ahead in the 14th minute at the Parc des Princes, but it was his second goal that really lit up this encounter.
2019-09-19 02:39:35 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Thursday (September 19) that comprise the action from China Open badminton tournament and UEFA Champions League.
2019-09-18 18:45:00 Read More

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Virat surpasses Rohit to become leading T20I run scorer

India skipper Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten half-century to help India register a comfortable seven-wicket victory over South Africa in the second Twenty20 International at the PCA stadium in Mohali on Wednesday. Enroute to his 72 not out, Kohli (2441 runs) became the leading run scorer in the shortest format of the game.
2019-09-18 17:15:22 Read More

PKL: U Mumba beat UP Yoddha 39-36

A defensive masterclass by U Mumba helped them beat UP Yoddha 39-36 in their Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) game on Wednesday.
2019-09-18 16:12:51 Read More

Hima Das ruled out of World Athletics Championship due to back problem

World junior champion Hima Das has been ruled out of the upcoming World Championship due to a nagging back problem. The Athletics Federation of India had on September 9 named seven women, including Hima, for the 4x400m relay and 4x400m mixed relay races at the World Championships to be held from September 27 to October 6 in Doha.
2019-09-18 15:59:29 Read More

Virat Kohli, Ravi Shastri felicitate veteran curator Daljit Singh

Captain Virat Kohli and head coach Ravi Shastri on Wednesday felicitated recently-retired curator Daljit Singh ahead of the second T20 International between India and South Africa.
2019-09-18 14:15:53 Read More

India 'A' take upperhand over South Africa 'A' in 2nd unofficial Test

Spinners struck late to give India 'A' the upperhand as South Africa 'A' slumped to 159 for five in their first innings at stumps on day two of the second unofficial Test on Wednesday.
2019-09-18 13:35:45 Read More

Bumrah has skill-set to succeed in India in Tests: Agarkar

Ever since making his Test debut in Cape Town in January 2018, Jasprit Bumrah has improved by leaps and bounds and has become an integral part of the Indian team across all formats, especially Test cricket.
2019-09-18 13:03:46 Read More

Sindhu, Praneeth, Kashyap move into second round of China Open

PV Sindhu, Sai Praneeth, Parupalli Kashyap and women's doubles team of Ashwini Ponnappa and Sikki Reddy advanced to the second round of China Open even as Saina Nehwal was knocked out in the first round of the BWF Super-1000 Tournament in Changzhou on Wednesday.
2019-09-18 11:09:34 Read More

If Smith was Indian, his technique would be accepted: Coach

Lamenting Australian cricket's "aversion" to embrace unconventional styles, Steve Smith's formative coach Trent Woodhill observed that his famous ward's uniqueness would be accepted in the Indian system, where it is "all about the output".
2019-09-18 10:36:08 Read More

Sports fraternity wishes PM Narendra Modi on 69th birthday

Various personalities from the sports fraternity on Tuesday wished Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 69th birthday.
2019-09-17 06:19:17 Read More

Satwik-Ashwini notch up stunning opening round win at China Open

India's mixed doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Ashwini Ponnappa stunned Indonesia's world no 7 combination of Praveen Jordan and Melati Daeva Oktavianti in the opening round of the China Open badminton tournament on Tuesday.
2019-09-17 05:57:01 Read More

PKL: Yoddha climb to fifth, Naveen does the star turn for Delhi

Rishank Devadiga seemed to enjoy every bit of his side UP Yoddha's 38-32 win over Jaipur Pink Panthers in the Pro Kabaddi League at Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex here on Monday.
2019-09-17 05:36:05 Read More

No player, coach or owner under probe, says ACU chief

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)'s Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) might have launched an inquiry after several players alleged 'approaches' during the fourth edition of the TNPL, but ACU chief Ajit Singh clarified that no player, coach or team owner are under investigation for any wrongdoings at this stage.
2019-09-17 05:25:46 Read More

New cars, tattoos: The lifestyles of India's kabbadi millionaires

Siddharth Desai grew up in humble surroundings but now he's living the life of a millionaire sportsman, driving a souped-up jeep and taking selfies with fans -- and it's all thanks to kabaddi. The ancient game has undergone a glitzy makeover through the Pro Kabaddi League, creating a new group of sports stars in a country traditionally obsessed with cricket.
2019-09-17 05:11:15 Read More

'Women cricketers were offered big money to fix ties'

The Anti-Corruption Unit of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday approached the Bengaluru city police in the wake of revelations that two men had approached a member of the Indian women's team with offers of huge amounts of money for match-fixing.
2019-09-17 05:10:25 Read More

With Neymar staying and Icardi in, can PSG finally deliver in Europe?

The visit of Real Madrid to the French capital on Wednesday means a glamour tie for Paris Saint-Germain to begin their Champions League campaign but a meeting with the Spanish side also brings back unhappy memories.
2019-09-17 04:20:27 Read More

Dipa Karmakar's Tokyo dreams almost over

The Tripura girl failed to recover from knee injury on her right leg ahead of the selection trials for next month's FIG World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Stuttgart, Germany, which will serve as an Olympic qualifier.
2019-09-17 04:04:32 Read More

Cristiano Ronaldo 'embarrassed' by rape allegations

Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo has admitted he felt "embarrassed" as he tried to shield his family from allegations he raped a woman in the United States.
2019-09-17 03:57:49 Read More

Ten-man West Ham United hold on for point at Aston Villa in Premier League

West Ham United, reduced to 10 men for the final 23 minutes, held on for a goalless draw at Aston Villa in the Premier League on Monday.
2019-09-17 03:50:30 Read More

Defending 1500m champion Manangoi pulls out of World Athletics Championships

Defending 1500-meter champion Elijah Manangoi has pulled out of the upcoming athletics world championships because of an ankle injury he picked in training.
2019-09-17 03:43:00 Read More

Steve Smith 'proud' after summer of Ashes redemption

In a historic summer for cricket - starting with the World Cup - a disgraced Aussie redefined redemption as the game's oldest rivalry found new meaning and verve.
2019-09-17 03:37:36 Read More

Manchester City are the best team in the world, says Jurgen Klopp

Liverpool coach Jurgen Klopp declared Manchester City as the best team in the world even though the Premier League champions have yet to win Europe's premier club competition.
2019-09-17 03:26:35 Read More

Navdeep Saini's 'speedy' rise has Lance Klusener smiling

Recounting his days as Delhi coach, former South African coach Lance Klusener said fast bowler Navdeep Saini's fitness and hunger to bowl at a speed of 150 kmph sets him apart.
2019-09-17 03:25:02 Read More

Messi comeback possible as Barcelona launch Champions League charge

Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde said Monday that Lionel Messi could make his comeback against Borussia Dortmund as the Catalan giants launch a fresh assault on the Champions League title in Germany on Tuesday.
2019-09-17 03:18:23 Read More

Chandrasekhar's suicide led to TNPL betting probe

TN police confirm they stumbled upon info while looking into team owner's death. The TNPL had earlier hit the headlines when former India cricketer VB Chandrasekhar, who owned the franchise Kanchi Veerans, committed suicide allegedly over the debts he incurred in the league.
2019-09-17 03:12:23 Read More

Christian Coleman and Noah Lyles head US world championship team

Sprint favorites Christian Coleman and Noah Lyles and women's 400 metres hurdles world record holder Dalilah Muhammad headline a 141-member U.S. team for this month's world athletics championships, USA Track and Field announced on Monday.
2019-09-17 02:46:49 Read More

Mayank Agarwal looking forward to debut on home soil

The India Test opener returned to his recourse less than 24 hours after arriving in Bengaluru, following the tour of the West Indies. The 28-year-old was back to work on Friday. The Karnataka batsman spoke to Times Sportal on the challenges of international cricket and the value of the domestic calendar.
2019-09-17 02:43:56 Read More

Panghal among 4 Indian boxers to seek quarterfinal spot at World C'ships

Four Indian boxers will hunt a quarter-final berth as the pre-quarter-final action begins on Tuesday at the AIBA Men's World Championships in Ekaterinburg, Russia. Leading the charge will be Asian Games gold medallist Amit Panghal (52 kg) as he seeks his first medal from the World Championships.
2019-09-17 02:37:31 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Tuesday (September 17) that comprise action from China Open badminton tournament and UEFA Champions League.
2019-09-16 18:45:00 Read More

Wrestler Naveen stays in medal contention at World Championship

Naveen was the first to lose, to 2018 Pan-American champion Oscar Pino Hinds by technical superiority, but the Cuban reached the final to help the Indian stay alive in the 130kg category of Greco-Roman style.
2019-09-16 13:50:46 Read More

Sumit Nagal rises to career-best 159 in ATP rankings

Continuing his good run, India's Sumit Nagal jumped 15 places to achieve a career-high ranking of 159 in the latest ATP rankings released on Monday.
2019-09-16 13:14:52 Read More

Broad 'got into Warner's head' during Ashes, says Langer

Australia's cricket coach Justin Langer said David Warner allowed England paceman Stuart Broad to "get into his head" during a miserable Ashes series for the opener.
2019-09-16 13:09:52 Read More

In her quest for World title, Vinesh gets toughest possible draw

Tension was palpable in the Indian camp after the country's biggest medal hope Vinesh Phogat was pitted against Olympic bronze medallist Sofia Mattsson in the "toughest possible" draw for the World Championships on Monday.
2019-09-16 12:50:28 Read More

Watch: Cristiano Ronaldo breaks down during emotional interview

Star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo recently broke down in tears after he was shown footage of his late father which he had never seen before. During an interview with Piers Morgan, Ronaldo saw a clip of his late father Jose Dinis Aveiro, where he was talking of the pride he felt for his son.
2019-09-16 12:38:14 Read More

Cricketing activities in non-compliant states will not be affected: CoA

Non-compliant state units like Tamil Nadu and Haryana risk losing their voting rights in the BCCI but their cricketing activities will not be affected after the elections, CoA chief Vinod Rai said on Monday.
2019-09-16 11:46:52 Read More

Hafeez and Malik allowed to skip series against Sri Lanka

Pakistan coach Misbah-ul-Haq named 20 probables on Monday for a short training camp ahead of the limited-overs series against Sri Lanka this month, with experienced all-rounders Mohammad Hafeez and Shoaib Malik not included in the list.
2019-09-16 11:31:17 Read More

PV Sindhu eyes China Open after World Championships high

World champion PV Sindhu will look to reassert her supremacy when she spearheads the Indian campaign at the $1,000,000 China Open World Tour Super 1000 tournament beginning on Tuesday. The World No.5 Sindhu ended India's long wait for a world championship gold at Basel, Switzerland last month, achieving the historic feat after her third successive final appearance.
2019-09-16 11:24:04 Read More

Duryodhan Negi bows out of World Boxing Championships

A slow start cost India's Duryodhan Singh Negi (69kg) dearly as he lost to Jordan's Zeyad Eashash in the second round to bow out of the World Men's Boxing Championship on Monday.
2019-09-16 11:15:16 Read More

Langer calls Warner a 'champion player'

Despite failing in the Ashes series, Australia coach Justin Langer has praised David Warner by calling him a 'champion player'.
2019-09-16 10:56:37 Read More

WTA Rankings: Pliskova closes gap on world number one Barty

Karolina Pliskova's victory at the Zhengzhou Open at the weekend means the Czech is now just 86 points behind Ashleigh Barty who remains at the top of the WTA rankings released on Monday.
2019-09-16 10:47:23 Read More

Bangladesh seeks UK minister's intervention for shooting's inclusion in 2022 CWG

Bangladesh sports minister Md Zahid Ahsan Russel wrote to UK Minister of State for the Commonwealth, the United Nations and South Asia, Tariq Ahmad, better known as The Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon, and sought his "personal intervention" in the matter.
2019-09-16 10:39:28 Read More

ICC Test Rankings: Kohli holds on to 2nd spot, Smith retains No. 1 position

India captain Virat Kohli has managed to hold on to his second position behind Australia's Steve Smith in the ICC Test Rankings for batsmen released on Monday. Kohli, with 903 rating points, is 34 points behind Smith (937). Besides former Australia captain Smith, compatriot Pat Cummins has also retained his top position in the ICC Test bowlers' rankings.
2019-09-16 09:41:53 Read More

My hunger, passion haven't diminished at all: Pankaj Advani

Ace cueist Pankaj Advani, who just registered his 22nd world title, insists he is not done yet and is motivated enough to win more titles and bring laurels to the country in the future.
2019-09-16 09:17:28 Read More

Lots of potential but need good coaches to harness it: Gopichand

Indian badminton players may not have had a great time in the first half of 2019, but the two medals that they won at the World Championships -- B Sai Praneeth's bronze in men's singles was somewhat overshadowed by the show Sindhu put up -- was a big positive for the sport in the country, according to Gopichand.
2019-09-16 09:02:14 Read More

India looking beyond Kuldeep, Chahal to add batting depth for T20s

Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal -- the famed 'KulCha' of Indian cricket -- may not be the flavour of the season anymore but experts believe it is too early to write them off in the shortest format ahead of the T20 World Cup next year. Ahead of the opening T20I in Dharamsala, Kohli said the team is trying out the likes of Rahul Chahar and Washington Sundar.
2019-09-16 08:33:06 Read More

BCCI accepts Dinesh Karthik's apology on violation of contract clauses, matter closed

The BCCI on Monday accepted Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik's unconditional apology for violating a clause of his central contract by watching a Caribbean Premier League match from a participating team's dressing room.
2019-09-16 06:49:41 Read More

Pak vs SL: ICC to review security in Pakistan

The International Cricket Council (ICC) will review the security arrangements put in place by Pakistan before appointing the match officials for their upcoming home series against Sri Lanka beginning September 27.
2019-09-16 05:19:41 Read More

Friendly robots & floating hotels: How Tokyo is gearing up for Olympics

When Tokyo hosted its first Olympic Games in 1964, it gave the world a glimpse of a new Japan emerging from the devastation of World War II. As the Olympics returns to the city after more than half a century, Tokyo promises again to showcase the best of Japan with organisers saying next year’s Games will be the “most innovative in history”. A
2019-09-16 05:01:06 Read More

Reports of 'corrupt' approach, TNPL under scanner

There have been reports of an unknown person approaching some of the players during the league and the players then complained to BCCI's anti-corruption unit to deal with the matter.
2019-09-16 04:44:06 Read More

Ashes: England showed great character, says Root

England captain Joe Root spoke of his pride in his team after they won the final Test against Australia by 135 runs on Sunday to draw the Ashes series 2-2.
2019-09-16 04:25:31 Read More

Pro Kabaddi: Contrasting wins for Delhi, Patna

Pardeep Narwal knows how to put on a show. The 22-year old, who has been the most consistent raider in the league so far, bagged 18 points in Patna Pirates' comprehensive 55-33 victory over Puneri Paltan at the Shree Shivchhatrapati Sports Complex here on Sunday.
2019-09-16 04:16:14 Read More

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Rory Hie edges Rashid for title

Rory Hie's secret may be the tandoori chicken and garlic naan he has been having every night, or maybe his caddie Lakhan with whom he was reacquainted with after ten years. But truly, it was all about reawakening the confidence within.
2019-09-16 04:10:44 Read More

Federer to give Murray early workout at ATP Cup

Roger Federer is set to give Andy Murray's hip an early season workout, with Switzerland drawn to face Great Britain in the group phase of the inaugural ATP Cup.
2019-09-16 04:01:15 Read More

Will Rohit click as Test opener? Past makeshift openers weigh in

He may have got another lease of life in Test cricket by being included as an opener for India's three-match home series against South Africa, but the jury is still out on whether Rohit Sharma, perhaps one of the finest limited-overs batsmen ever, will finally succeed in the longest format.
2019-09-16 03:28:46 Read More

Problem of plenty, or plenty of problems for Virat Kohli & Co?

The India-South Africa washout in Dharamshala means one less game to experiment on the road to next year's T20 World Cup. The series in the West Indies offered a glimpse of the new direction but almost nothing is set in stone when it comes to this squad, so the tinkering options are limitless.
2019-09-16 03:15:13 Read More

5th Ashes Test: England beat Australia to square series

England crushed Australia by 135 runs in the fifth and final Ashes Test on Sunday to level the series at 2-2, ending their historic World Cup-winning season on a high. Victory for the home side means the Ashes ends in a draw for the first time since 1972, although holders Australia retain the urn.
2019-09-15 17:41:57 Read More

Watford battle back to salvage draw against Arsenal

Arsenal squandered a two-goal lead as Watford hit back to draw 2-2 in new manager Quique Sanchez Flores's first game of his second stint in charge at Vicarage Road on Sunday.
2019-09-15 17:39:58 Read More

T20 Tri-Series: Nabi, Mujeeb shine in record Afghanistan win

Mohammad Nabi and Mujeeb Ur Rahman starred respectively with bat and ball as Afghanistan thrashed Bangladesh by 25 runs in their second match of the tri-nation Twenty20 international tournament in Dhaka on Sunday.
2019-09-15 17:26:03 Read More

Europe win Solheim Cup in thrilling finale

Europe's women reclaimed the Solheim Cup in the most thrilling finish in the competition's history when they beat the United States 14.5-13.5 at Gleneagles on Sunday.
2019-09-15 17:21:39 Read More

Asia Cup U19 hero Atharva dedicates his match-winning show to late father

Upcoming spinner Atharva Ankolekar on Sunday dedicated his match-winning five-wicket haul in the Asia Cup U19 final to his late father, a former employee of Mumbai's public transport service who did night shifts for eight long years to help his son realise his dream.
2019-09-15 17:11:12 Read More

PKL: Patna Pirates continue winning run

Pardeep Narwal was the star player for three-time champions Patna Pirates as they beat home team Puneri Paltan 55-33 in their PKL match on Sunday.
2019-09-15 16:44:11 Read More

There will be rap on the knuckles, talent or no talent: Shastri to Pant

India head coach Ravi Shastri has made it clear that Rishabh Pant will be "rapped on the knuckles" if he keeps on playing rash shots like the one he did against the West Indies recently. Shastri did not mince words as he pointed out that the young wicketkeeper-batsman has let the team down during West Indies tour where he was dismissed first ball in an ODI game.
2019-09-15 16:07:15 Read More

PKL: Dabang Delhi beat Gujarat Fortunegiants

Naveen Kumar was once again the hero for Dabang Delhi as they beat Gujarat Fortunegiants 34-30 in a Pro Kabaddi League match on Sunday.
2019-09-15 16:03:57 Read More

1st India-South Africa T20I abandoned due to rain

The first T20 international between India and South Africa was abandoned on Sunday, without a ball being bowled due to heavy downpour that left a near-capacity crowd disappointed. The weather forecast was all clear for the evening but heavens opened up multiple times, putting paid to hopes of even having a five-over per side encounter.
2019-09-15 14:56:10 Read More

Lopetegui's Sevilla go top of La Liga by beating Alaves

Sevilla climbed to the top of La Liga on Sunday after beating Alaves 1-0 away from home. Spanish midfielder Joan Jordan scored the only goal of the game in the 37th minute, sending a free kick fizzing into the top corner.
2019-09-15 14:47:45 Read More

Spain beat Argentina 95-75 to win FIBA World Cup

Three-time All-Star Marc Gasol became only the second man to win an NBA crown and the World Cup in the same year after Spain brushed aside Argentina 95-75 on Sunday.
2019-09-15 14:37:44 Read More

Anjum Moudgil sweeps women's 50m Rifle 3 Positions in national trials

World championship silver medallist Anjum Moudgil swept the women's 50m Rifle 3 Positions (3P) national trials, winning the T7 trial at the Dr Karni Singh Shooting Range on Sunday.
2019-09-15 14:26:42 Read More

Marquez wins San Marino MotoGP to close in on sixth world title

Spaniard Marc Marquez snatched victory on the final lap at the San Marino GP to close in on a sixth world title. The Honda rider, starting on the second row, took a third MotoGP win in Misano ahead of France's Fabio Quartararo, on a Yamaha-SRT, who had the lead for most of the race.
2019-09-15 13:32:28 Read More

Players should prove themselves before T20 World Cup: Kohli

"We are very clear. It is not that anyone will get 30 chances. Even when I came in the team, I didn't think I will get 15-20 games and I knew I will mostly get chances in three to five games and I have to prove myself. One will get suppose five chances and he will have to prove himself..," Virat Kohli said as the management is figuring out the team for T20 World Cup.
2019-09-15 13:10:32 Read More

Kaushal Dharmamer wins Myanmar International Series

Indian shuttler Kaushal Dharmamer clinched the Myanmar International Series with a come-from-behind win over Indonesia's Karono Karono in a thrilling men's singles final on Sunday.
2019-09-15 11:48:08 Read More

Kavinder Bisht moves ahead with tough win at World Boxing

Asian silver-medallist Kavinder Singh Bisht (57kg) advanced to the pre-quarterfinals with a hard-fought win over China's Chena Zhihao in the World Men's Boxing Championships on Sunday.
2019-09-15 11:37:10 Read More

IBSF World Billiards: World title no. 22 for Pankaj Advani

One of India's most consistent sportspersons, Pankaj Advani, on Sunday increased his tally of world titles to 22 by winning a fourth straight final in the 150-up format at the IBSF World Billiards Championship. In the short format of billiards, this is Pankaj's fifth title in the last six years.
2019-09-15 11:29:24 Read More

Hibino beats doubles partner Doi to clinch Hiroshima title

Japan's Nao Hibino beat compatriot and doubles partner Misaki Doi 6-3, 6-2 at the Hana-cupid Japan Women's Open in Hiroshima on Sunday to win her first WTA title since 2015.
2019-09-15 10:49:25 Read More

Shuttler Sourabh Verma wins Vietnam Open title

India's Sourabh Verma registered a thrilling three-game win over China's Sun Fei Xiang to claim the men's singles title at the $75,000 Vietnam Open BWF Tour Super 100 badminton tournament on Sunday.
2019-09-15 10:16:16 Read More

Ashes Live Score: England vs Australia, 5th Test

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2019-09-15 09:57:00 Read More

Greco-Roman wrestlers continue struggle at World Championships

Ravi won India's first bout at the World Championships before suffering a defeat by fall as the country's Greco-Roman wrestlers continued their disappointing show on Sunday.
2019-09-15 09:47:24 Read More

Chirag-Satwik eye consistent run to seal Olympic berth

Returning from an injury lay-off, India's leading doubles pairing of Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy is eyeing a consistent run to break into the top 5 and seal a spot for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
2019-09-15 09:00:38 Read More

Onus on Dhawan to stay relevant as opener: Laxman

Laxman feels focus will be on Shikhar Dhawan in the T20 series against South Africa, who must score to stay relevant as the "preferred" partner for Rohit Sharma. "With the next T20 World Cup a little over a year away, India will have to decide whether Shikhar Dhawan is still the preferred opening partner for Rohit Sharma going forward.
2019-09-15 06:48:21 Read More

Bus conductor's son Atharva stars for India U-19

Atharva's father, who died when he was just 10, had encouraged him to play cricket. His mother got her husband’s job of a bus conductor with BEST in Mumbai and is the lone earner in the family. She helped the 18-year-old Atharva fulfill his father's dream.
2019-09-15 05:39:26 Read More

Had nothing on mind about the Dhoni tweet: Virat

The Indian captain's tweet on Dhoni a few days back had fueled speculations about the news of MSD's retirement coming soon. Kohli said: ​"Mere zehen mein kuch nahi thaa yaar (it wasn’t in my consciousness)." Dhoni had made himself unavailable for the tour of West Indies and the upcoming home series against South Africa​.
2019-09-15 03:19:58 Read More

Dismal start by India's Greco-Roman wrestlers at Worlds

In a dismal start for India, all four Greco-Roman wrestlers in action on Saturday exited the World Championships without winning a single round.
2019-09-14 13:22:34 Read More

La Liga: Real Madrid hang on for win after Benzema brilliance

Karim Benzema scored twice on Saturday in an outstanding performance for Real Madrid against Levante, although his side were left hanging on for a 3-2 win on the day Eden Hazard made his La Liga debut.
2019-09-14 13:20:42 Read More

2nd T20I Live Score: Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan

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2019-09-14 12:58:09 Read More

Amit advances to pre-quarters at World Boxing Championship

Asian champion Amit Panghal (52kg) began his quest for a World Championship medal with a resounding win over Chinese Taipei's Tu Po-Wei in his opening bout of the marquee event on Saturday.
2019-09-14 12:41:08 Read More

Michael Owen says father was driving force and reveals son's blindness

Former European player of the year Michael Owen says he owes his success to his father, who insisted he was given steak for dinner as a child while his four siblings made do with baked beans on toast.
2019-09-14 12:39:57 Read More

Need to take advantage of India's inexperienced pace attack: Klusener

South Africa will like to put pressure on India's inexperienced pace trio of Navdeep Saini, Khaleel Ahmed and Deepak Chahar during the three-match T20 International series, visiting side's assistant batting coach Lance Klusener said on Sunday.
2019-09-14 12:00:11 Read More

Smith is not the only reason for Australia's success in Ashes: Ponting

Former Australian team Captain Ricky Ponting believes batsman Steve Smith isn't the sole reason for Aussies' success in the Ashes 2019.
2019-09-14 11:45:16 Read More

Misaki Doi, Nao Hibino set up rare all-Japanese final in Hiroshima

Japan's Misaki Doi upset Russian second seed Veronika Kudermetova 6-4, 6-3 on Saturday to set up a final with compatriot and doubles partner Nao Hibino at the Hana-cupid Japan Women's Open in Hiroshima.
2019-09-14 11:44:47 Read More

India beat Bangladesh by five runs to lift U-19 Asia Cup

India on Saturday won the U-19 Asia Cup title with a thrilling five-run win over Bangladesh in a low-scoring final on Saturday. Defending a paltry total of 106, India dismissed Bangladesh for 101 in 33 overs, courtesy 18-year-old left-arm spinner Atharva Ankolekar, who emerged as the star of the Indian team with figures of 5 for 28 from 8 overs.
2019-09-14 11:09:17 Read More

Indian wrestlers' contrasting training camps at World Championships

Navjot Kaur is running at such a blistering speed that she does not need to dodge the defenders as she easily nets the ball while Vinesh Phogat and Sakshi Malik are debating a rough push.
2019-09-14 11:03:22 Read More

World No. 2 Pliskova reaches fifth final this year

World number two Karolina Pliskova surged into her fifth final of the year as she thrashed Ajla Tomljanovic 6-3, 6-2 on Saturday at the WTA Zhengzhou Open.
2019-09-14 10:51:03 Read More

We have a well-settled team going into Olympic qualifiers: Savita

The Indian women's hockey team vice captain Savita feels having a well-settled unit will help them excel against USA in the Tokyo Olympics qualifiers to be held in Bhubaneswar on November 1 and 2.
2019-09-14 10:42:03 Read More

Motera to soon have world's largest cricket stadium

With a seating capacity of 1,10,000 to accommodate the fans, the stadium will overtake the current record-holder, the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (Approx 95,000 capacity) as the biggest cricket stadium in the world.
2019-09-14 10:32:06 Read More

Sourabh Verma storms into Vietnam Open final

India shuttler Sourabh Verma booked his place in the men's singles final of the ongoing Vietnam Open BWF Tour Super 100 tournament after registering a straight-game victory over Japan's Minoru Koga on Saturday.
2019-09-14 10:24:50 Read More

Dhoni always thinks about Indian cricket, says Virat Kohli

"Experience is always going to matter whether you like it or not. Many players have proven in the past that age is just a number and even Dhoni has done that a lot in his career. One thing great about him is that he thinks for Indian cricket," Indian captain Virat Kohli told reporters on the eve of the first T20I against South Africa.
2019-09-14 09:46:31 Read More

Live Blog: England vs Australia, 5th Ashes Test, Day 3

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2019-09-14 09:11:18 Read More

I will support De Kock in any role he wants me to: David Miller

Quinton de Kock possesses an "incredible cricket brain", feels senior batsman David Miller, who is ready to perform "any role" that the new South African white-ball skipper wants him to.
2019-09-14 08:54:51 Read More

Rohit can help India chase down targets in Tests: Bangar

Rohit Sharma needs to "maintain his individuality" as a Test opener and his success in the longest format can help India successfully chase down big targets, said former batting coach Sanjay Bangar.
2019-09-14 07:50:16 Read More

De Kock reminds me of Sangakkara and Lara: Gautam Gambhir

On the eve of Indian cricket home season, former Indian opener Gautam Gambhir recalled his early playing days when buying new cricket equipment used to give him abundant joy.
2019-09-14 07:08:53 Read More

Virat Kohli and youngsters begin World T20 preparation

With 20 odd T20Is before the start of World T20 in October next year, Virat Kohli and head coach Ravi Shastri will look to build a perfect team, starting with the 3-match T20I series against South Africa, that commences from Sunday in Dharamshala.
2019-09-14 06:46:49 Read More

When Sunil Gavaskar met Muhammad Ali's wife in Louisville

Currently in the USA, batting great Sunil Gavaskar paid a visit to boxing legend Muhammad Ali's hometown Louisville, Kentucky. Gavaskar met with Lonnie Ali, wife of Muhammad Ali and Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer to discuss launching a cricket museum at the Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville.
2019-09-14 06:22:49 Read More

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World's top 10 commit to new ATP Cup in Australia

Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer are among the global top 10 who will play for their countries at the new ATP Cup in Australia in January, organisers said Saturday. Andy Murray, returning from hip surgery, will also compete, with his protected world ranking of two giving Britain entry to the tournament even though they are outside of the 24-team qualifying cut-out.
2019-09-14 06:04:36 Read More

Pro Kabaddi: Warriors have a new star in Nabibakhsh

During the PKL Season-7 auction in July, Bengal Warriors management did a couple of things which took everyone by surprise.
2019-09-14 06:04:13 Read More

US Open champion Bianca Andreescu receives customised WWE belt

Newly crowned US Open champion Bianca Andreescu of Canada has received a customised World Wrestling Championship (WWE) belt. The 19-year-old, who had defeated 23-time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams in the final of the recently concluded US Open, on Friday tweeted the picture of herself with the belt
2019-09-14 05:44:10 Read More

Sport Ministry writes to FIG to allow IOA to select gymnasts for World Championship

With the Gymnastic Federation of India (GFI) losing its recognition from the Indian government due to corrupt practices within the organisation, the Sports Ministry has requested the Federation Internationale de Gymnatisque (FIG) to allow the committee of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to select Indian athletes for the upcoming World Championship in Artistic Gymnastics.
2019-09-14 05:36:38 Read More

Lakshya Sen enters final of Belgian International

Rising Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen stormed into the men's singles finals of the Belgian International Challenge with a straight game win over Denmark's Kim Bruun in Leuven. The 18-year-old from Almora notched up a comfortable 21-18, 21-11 win over Bruun in a 48-minute semifinal clash on Friday night.
2019-09-14 05:08:31 Read More

Domestic cricket giants who never played for India

Amol Muzumdar is South Africa's interim batting coach, a worthy recognition for the Mumbai batsman who scored prolifically in domestic cricket but never represented India.
2019-09-14 04:59:44 Read More

Experimentation season for South Africa begins in India

It's unusually muggy in Dharamshala, and the Dhauladhars are enshrouded in seasonal mist. In the marketplace, portable electric fans are on at full blast.
2019-09-14 04:36:26 Read More

Dope Control: Pujara, Rahul, Jadeja to declare whereabouts?

The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) has, for the first time, created a Registered Testing Pool (RTP) of cricketers and some of the leading names - both men and women - figure in the list.
2019-09-14 04:19:30 Read More

Missing Qatar tie was torture: Sunil Chhetri

Indian football team's talisman and regular captain, Sunil Chhetri, was forced to watch from the sidelines as the Blue Tigers secured a historic draw against Asian champions Qatar in the World Cup Qualifiers in Doha.
2019-09-14 03:47:42 Read More

I always had the outswinger: Jasprit Bumrah

Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah uses the outswinger very well and according to him playing in England gave him the confidence to execute the skill. Bumrah is just 12 Tests old and already has 62 wickets to his credit.
2019-09-14 03:29:33 Read More

Steve Smith unfazed by burden of Australia run-scoring

Steve Smith refused to blame his inconsistent teammates for their batting failures during the Ashes after he again shouldered the run-scoring burden for Australia on Friday. The former skipper scored 80 at the Oval -- his lowest total of a sensational series -- as the tourists were bowled out for 225
2019-09-14 03:22:30 Read More

The curious case of KL Rahul

The selectors on Thursday axed out of form KL Rahul from the Indian Test squad to face South Africa. Rahul, who managed just 101 run in his four Test innings in the recently concluded West Indies tour, paved the way for Rohit Sharma to step up to open in the XI.
2019-09-14 03:15:08 Read More

Teenager Afif Hossain snatches Bangladesh T20I win over Zimbabwe

Youngster Afif Hossain struck 52 off 26 balls as Bangladesh survived a scare to beat Zimbabwe by three wickets in the opening match of the tri-nation Twenty20 international tournament in Dhaka on Friday.
2019-09-14 03:07:59 Read More

5th Test: Jofra Archer claims six wickets as England take charge of Ashes finale

Jofra Archer took six wickets as England bowled Australia out for 225 to gain the upper hand on the second day of the fifth Ashes Test on Friday despite another Steve Smith masterclass. Joe Root's team are desperate to level the series at 2-2 to end their historic World Cup-winning season on a high but have been consistently dogged by the peerless Smith.
2019-09-14 02:55:22 Read More

Hackers threaten to sell Sikki Reddy's Instagram account

Top badminton player and Arjun Awardee N Sikki Reddy on Friday claimed that her Instagram account has been hacked and that she received messages on her WhatsApp where the hacker said he would sell her account for $700 .
2019-09-13 23:25:00 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Saturday (September 14) that comprise action from the 5th Ashes Test and U19 Asia Cup final between India and Bangladesh.
2019-09-13 18:45:00 Read More

Messi likely to miss Barca's next two fixtures, says Valverde

Lionel Messi will miss Barcelona's La Liga showdown with Valencia on Saturday and is also a doubt for Tuesday’s Champions League trip to Dortmund as he has yet to recover from the calf injury he picked up in August, coach Ernesto Valverde said.
2019-09-13 17:38:48 Read More

Chess World Cup: Nihal Sarin's win leaves Magnus Carlsen in awe

The stardom of Nihal Sarin continues to grow with each passing game in the Chess World Cup. The 15-year-old from Kerala has a peculiar style that is just unusual for his age.
2019-09-13 17:19:48 Read More

Manvir Singh will be our next No. 9: Sunil Chhetri

Gurpreet Singh Sandhu's heroics might have helped India hold Asian champions Qatar to a 0-0 draw in Doha, but the man of the moment for Indian captain Sunil Chhetri was Manvir Singh.
2019-09-13 16:41:11 Read More

Injured Srikanth pulls out of China Open and Korea Open

Ace shuttler Kidambi Srikanth said on Friday that he will be pulling out of the upcoming China Open and Korea Open. Srikanth said in a tweet that he is suffering from a knee injury which has forced him out of action.
2019-09-13 16:22:20 Read More

AP CM promises land for PV Sindhu to set up badminton academy

Andhra Pradesh chief minister YS Jaganmohan Reddy on Friday promised to allot five acres of land in the port city of Visakhapatnam to ace shuttler PV Sindhu for setting up a badminton academy for girls.
2019-09-13 15:35:24 Read More

We 'defended with our lives' in draw against Qatar: Sandesh Jhingan

Senior India footballer Sandesh Jhingan on Friday said that his team "defended with our lives" during the country's unexpected goal-less draw against Asian champions Qatar in their World Cup Round 2 qualifiers match in Doha.
2019-09-13 14:24:17 Read More

1st T20I Live, Tri Series: Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe

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India's Davis Cup tie against Pakistan in Nov end in Islamabad: AITA

The rescheduled Davis Cup tie between India and Pakistan will be tentatively held on November 29 or 30 in Islamabad subject to another security review, the All India Tennis Association (AITA) said on Friday.
2019-09-13 13:46:46 Read More

Sarfaraz retained as Pakistan captain ahead of Sri Lanka series

Sarfaraz Ahmed has been retained as the captain of the Pakistan cricket team for the upcoming limited-overs series against Sri Lanka, the country's cricket board (PCB) said on Friday.
2019-09-13 13:41:49 Read More

Sourabh Verma enters semifinals of Vietnam Open

Indian shuttler Sourabh Verma stormed into the men's singles semifinals of the Vietnam Open BWF Tour Super 100 after beating local hero Tien Minh Nguyen in straight games on Friday.
2019-09-13 13:07:47 Read More

Watch: Shikhar Dhawan reveals Virat Kohli's playlist

India opener Shikhar Dhawan revealed Virat Kohli's playlist while in the dressing room, saying the Indian captain loves Punjabi songs a lot.
2019-09-13 12:43:52 Read More

Always wanted to make a mark in Test cricket: Jasprit Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah, who recently became only the third Indian to pick a Test hat-trick, said that the longest format of the game is very important for him and he always wanted to play Test cricket. "I gave a lot of importance to Test cricket...I always wanted to make a mark in Test cricket, said the pacer. Bumrah is just 12 Tests old and has 62 wickets to his credit.
2019-09-13 12:38:38 Read More

Disheartening to see state of Indian squash: Dipika Pallikal

India's leading squash player Dipika Pallikal on Friday slammed the national federation SRFI for failing to appoint a coach since April 2018 and said that the state of the sport in the country is "disheartening".
2019-09-13 12:12:57 Read More

Hima Das missing from AFI's initial World Championship entry

World junior champion Hima Das' participation in the World Championships relay events became a matter of intense speculation on Friday after she was left out of the initial entries even though her name can still be added by September 16.
2019-09-13 11:38:45 Read More

WATCH - India vs South Africa: The T20 battle

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2019-09-13 11:31:20 Read More

Pogba, Martial, Shaw ruled out as injury crisis hits Man United

Manchester United are facing an injury crisis on their return to Premier League action, with Paul Pogba, Anthony Martial and Luke Shaw set to miss Saturday's clash against Leicester City. Pogba sustained an ankle injury during United's 1-1 draw before the international break, while Martial and Shaw have not featured since United's 2-1 league defeat by Crystal Palace on Aug. 24.
2019-09-13 11:11:41 Read More

Gasol drives battling Spain into Basketball World Cup final

NBA champion Marc Gasol saved Spain on Friday as they battled back to beat Australia 95-88 after a second overtime period and reach the Basketball World Cup final.
2019-09-13 11:07:11 Read More

Was surprised with Paine's 'gutsy' decision to bowl: Ponting

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has said he was surprised by Tim Paine's decision to bowl in the fifth and final Ashes Test against England, adding that the result of the match will determine whether it was the right call.
2019-09-13 10:43:24 Read More

Women's 10m Air Rifle: India's happy Olympic headache

After the most successful calendar year for India's rifle and pistol shooters, what makes the country's medal prospects at the Games even more promising is the competition within the squad for Olympic spots, the best example of which is in the women's 10m Air Rifle event.
2019-09-13 09:30:33 Read More

Live Blog: England vs Australia, 5th Ashes Test, Day 2

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Rishabh Pant phenomenal talent but gets too ahead of himself: Lance Klusener

"He (Rishabh Pant) needs to give himself time to get in and that bit of time will allow him to showcase his talent," said former South Africa all-rounder Lance Klusener, who is currently in India as the white ball batting coach of the South African team.
2019-09-13 08:45:40 Read More

PCB rules out home series vs SL at neutral venue

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has made it clear it will not shift the upcoming home series against Sri Lanka, scheduled to be held later this month, to a neutral venue.
2019-09-13 08:10:40 Read More

USA begin 2023 WC bid with first ODI on home soil

The first one day international in the United States begins on Friday in Florida between the USA and Papua New Guinea, 175 years after USA played cricket's first recognised international against Canada at Manhattan.
2019-09-13 07:56:20 Read More

Russell cleared of serious injury after head blow

West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell has been cleared of serious injury after being hit on the helmet and carted off the ground during a Caribbean Premier League (CPL) match on Thursday, organisers said.
2019-09-13 07:42:57 Read More

Andrew Strauss appointed ECB's cricket committee chairman

Former England captain Andrew Strauss is back in the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) as cricket committee chairman and will drive the development of the game at all levels as part of his new role.
2019-09-13 06:53:39 Read More

All eyes on Bajrang, Vinesh at World Championships

A reality check awaits India's top wrestlers at the World Championships where they will chase not only glory but also Tokyo Olympics qualification, from Saturday.
2019-09-13 06:33:34 Read More

Murray hopes to be fit enough by next year to play Federer, Nadal

Former world number one Andy Murray said he still needs four or five months to play top-level tennis so that he can again take on old rivals Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal after career-saving hip surgery earlier this year.
2019-09-13 06:22:14 Read More

Rani Rampal to captain India on tour of England

Star forward Rani Rampal was on Friday named captain of the 18-member Indian women's hockey team which will take on England in a five-match series starting September 27 in Marlow.
2019-09-13 06:18:04 Read More

Pro Kabaddi: Warriors stun Bulls

Bengal Warriors stunned defending champions Bengaluru Bulls 42-40 to finish their home leg unbeaten at Netaji Indoor Stadium on Thursday evening.
2019-09-13 05:45:19 Read More

Rain, slushy ground torment women footballers at Nationals

Three days after the start of the Senior Women's National Football Championship - being held in "unplayable conditions" following heavy rain in Pasighat in Arunachal Pradesh - the number of players in the injured list, with bruised knees and swollen ankles, is nearing double digits and all set to spiral in the coming days.
2019-09-13 05:29:30 Read More

Bhubaneswar to host clash against Qatar

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has narrowed down on the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar to host India's high-profile clash against Asian champions Qatar in March next year.
2019-09-13 05:22:52 Read More

Waiting made me realise the value of hard work and patience: Deepak Chahar

In Jaipur to play practice games before embarking on T20 series against South Africa, Deepak Chahar spoke to TOI about his tryst with injuries, Mahendra Singh Dhoni's crucial role in his career and the upcoming series among other things.
2019-09-13 04:49:46 Read More

Ferozeshah Kotla renamed Arun Jaitley Stadium

The Capital's iconic Ferozeshah Kotla Stadium will now be known as the Arun Jaitley Stadium. The Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) renamed the stadium after the former finance minister who died last month after a series of health-related issues. Jaitley served as DDCA president from 1999 to 2013.
2019-09-13 04:31:52 Read More

Russell gets hit on helmet in CPL, stretchered off

Swashbuckling West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell suffered a serious blow on his helmet following which he had to be stretchered off during the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) game between Jamaica Tallawahs and St Lucia Zouks.
2019-09-13 04:08:57 Read More

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I have role models but I don't copy them: Shubman Gill

Uncapped opener Shubman Gill was named on Thursday in the Indian Test squad to face South Africa as the selectors axed out of form KL Rahul. The 20-year-old has been rewarded for his prolific run-scoring in the India A team during the tour of the West Indies, where he became the youngest Indian to score a first-class double hundred.
2019-09-13 03:54:52 Read More

Will Rohit Sharma solve India's Test opening conundrum?

Opener KL Rahul was on Thursday dropped from the Indian Test squad for the upcoming series against South Africa, propelling Rohit Sharma to the opener's role in red-ball cricket. Rohit's stupendous success in white ball cricket has prompted the selectors to take a call on his batting position.
2019-09-13 03:37:24 Read More

Osaka splits with coach second time this year

On the eve of the Pan Pacific Open tournament in Osaka, western Japan, the 21-year-old announced she would no longer be working with Jermaine Jenkins, who joined her team after her triumph at the Australian Open in January.
2019-09-13 03:14:16 Read More

Osaka splits with coach second time this year

On the eve of the Pan Pacific Open tournament in Osaka, western Japan, the 21-year-old announced she would no longer be working with Jermaine Jenkins, who joined her team after her triumph at the Australian Open in January.
2019-09-13 03:14:16 Read More

Rohit Sharma replaces KL Rahul as opener, Shubman Gill named back-up batsman

Uncapped opener Shubman Gill was named on Thursday in the Indian Test squad to face South Africa as the selectors axed out of form opener KL Rahul and named Rohit Sharma to step up to open in the XI.
2019-09-13 03:11:06 Read More

Ashes: Buttler revives England after collapse on Day 1

Jos Buttler saved England's blushes on Thursday, counter-attacking against Australia to lift his side to 271/8 after they collapsed on the opening day of the fifth Ashes Test.
2019-09-13 03:04:58 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Friday (September 13) that comprise action from the 5th and final Ashes Test.
2019-09-12 18:45:00 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Friday (September 13) that comprise action from the 5th and final Ashes Test.
2019-09-12 18:45:00 Read More

Kane will break my England goal record, says Rooney

Rooney netted 53 times for England during his glittering career as the former Manchester United striker broke Bobby Charlton's previous record of 49.
2019-09-12 17:50:19 Read More

PKL: Patna Pirates pip Jaipur Pink Panthers, keep playoff hopes alive

Record-breaker Sandeep Narwal was once again at his best as Patna continued their winning momentum, edging out Jaipur Pink Panthers 36-33 in a thrilling Pro Kabaddi League fixture here on Thursday. Coming on the back of a big victory against Tamil Thalaivas here on Monday, three-time champions Patna thus picked their second win in a row to jump from rock bottom to ninth place in the 12-team table and keep their playoff hopes alive.
2019-09-12 16:10:43 Read More

Never expected somebody could come close to Sachin: Kapil lauds Virat

Former India cricketer Kapil Dev on Thursday praised skipper Virat Kohli saying that he never expected that somebody could come close to the standard set by Sachin Tendulkar.
2019-09-12 15:34:13 Read More

Virat Kohli turns nostalgic after DDCA unveils a stand in his name

India skipper Virat Kohli turned nostalgic on Thursday after the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) unveiled a new pavilion stand bearing his name at the Feroz Shah Kotla in recognition of his contribution to the game. The DDCA also renamed the Feroz Shah Kotla as Arun Jaitley stadium in memory of the late politician-cum-sports-administrator.
2019-09-12 15:26:30 Read More

DDCA to open two academies for underprivileged kids: Rajat Sharma

The Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) president Rajat Sharma on Thursday announced the setting up of two cricket academies for under-privileged kids here, an endeavour the likes of Kapil Dev and Gautam Gambhir have agreed to support.
2019-09-12 14:23:12 Read More

Manish Kaushik advances to second round of World Boxing Championships

Commonwealth Games silver-medallist Manish Kaushik (63kg) hardly broke a sweat as he out-punched Kyrgyzstan's Uulu Argen Kadyrbek to enter the second round of the World men's Boxing Championship on Thursday.
2019-09-12 14:21:27 Read More

DDCA renames Feroz Shah Kotla as Arun Jaitley stadium

The Delhi and District Cricket Association on Thursday commemorated late politician-cum-sports-administrator Arun Jaitley by renaming the Feroz Shah Kotla stadium in New Delhi after his name. The association also unveiled a new pavilion stand after skipper Virat Kohli, who recently became the most successful India captain in Test cricket, surpassing MS Dhoni.
2019-09-12 14:19:17 Read More

Ready to bat wherever the team wants me to, says Gill after maiden Test call up

Shubman Gill has finally been rewarded with a maiden Test call up for the upcoming series against South Africa after being in the scheme of things for quite some time owing to his great run in recent times.
2019-09-12 13:51:40 Read More

Will have to work harder to get into Test team: Navdeep Saini

An impressive T20 International debut under his belt, speedster Navdeep Saini hopes to play Test cricket in future but feels he will need extra hard work to break into the "strong" bowling unit of the national team.
2019-09-12 13:23:15 Read More

Will have to work harder to get into Test team: Navdeep Saini

An impressive T20 International debut under his belt, speedster Navdeep Saini hopes to play Test cricket in future but feels he will need extra hard work to break into the "strong" bowling unit of the national team.
2019-09-12 13:23:15 Read More

MS Dhoni not retiring, confirms chief selector MSK Prasad

Chief selector MSK Prasad has put to rest the speculations over MS Dhoni's retirement saying that there was no update on the 38-year-old wicket-keeper batsman bidding adieu to cricket. AT a press conference in Delhi, when Prasad was asked if there was any update on Dhoni's retirement, Prasad said: "No, absolutely not. I am really surprised to hear that."
2019-09-12 13:04:32 Read More

Dutee Chand to run in World Championships, AFI accepts IAAF's invite

Sprinter Dutee Chand has been added to India's team for the World Athletics Championships to be held in Doha later this month after the national federation accepted an invite for her participation from the international parent body.
2019-09-12 13:02:10 Read More

I am taking it one step at a time, says Rahul Chahar

Chahar brothers – Rahul and Deepak – are still cherishing their long-awaited dream right now - featuring in India’s same playing eleven. Rahul’s elder brother Deepak had already made his India debut and Rahul was waiting for his turn.
2019-09-12 12:40:32 Read More

India vs SA: Why Shubman Gill got a maiden Test call up

Young top-order batsman Shubman Gill on Thursday got his maiden Test call up for the upcoming three-match Test series against South Africa at home. Gill has an enviable first-class record so far, scoring 1443 runs at an average of 72.15 with the help of four centuries and eight fifties in 14 matches. He scored 90 in the first unofficial Test against South Africa A.
2019-09-12 12:23:20 Read More

KL Rahul dropped, Shubman Gill gets Test call up for South Africa series

Opener KL Rahul has been dropped from the Indian Test team ahead of the upcoming three-match Test series against South Africa starting next month. Rahul's inconsistent run with the bat led to his exclusion which could also pave the way for Rohit Sharma to open against South Africa. Under-19 World Cup star Shubman Gill has also been included for the series.
2019-09-12 11:55:22 Read More

Dhoni has nothing left to achieve, says chess wizard Anand

Chess wizard Viswanathan Anand says it is totally MS Dhoni's prerogative to take a call on his retirement and the former captain has nothing left to achieve in his career, should he decides to quit anytime soon.
2019-09-12 10:57:38 Read More

Messi wanted Neymar to return to Barcelona

Lionel Messi says he wanted Neymar to return to Barcelona this year as the Brazilian would have helped the club take a leap forward, adding that his former teammate was looking forward to rejoining the La Liga champions.
2019-09-12 10:26:05 Read More

Ashes Live Score: England vs Australia, 5th Test, Day 1

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Eleven sportspersons on ministry's Padma awards list

Archer Tarundeep Rai and hockey Olympian MP Ganesh were on Thursday recommended for the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian honour in India, alongside seven women sportspersons by the Sports Ministry.
2019-09-12 09:08:28 Read More

India 'A' beat South Africa 'A' by 7 wickets in 1st unofficial Test

India 'A' defeated South Africa 'A' comfortably by seven wickets on the final day morning of the first unofficial Test to take a 1-0 lead in the two-match series on Thursday.
2019-09-12 08:04:52 Read More

Virat Kohli tweet sparks MS Dhoni retirement speculation

India captain Kohli went down memory lane on Thursday, posting an image from India's 2016 World Twenty20 match against Australia with the caption that included "this man (Dhoni), made me run like in a fitness test."
2019-09-12 07:51:11 Read More

Shakib Al Hasan dislikes Tests: BCB chief

Bangladesh cricket chief Nazmul Hassan said Shakib Al Hasan will remain as Test captain despite disliking the format and expressing his reluctance to stay on following this week's embarrassing defeat to Afghanistan.
2019-09-12 07:40:46 Read More

Committed to safety of Sri Lankan team, says PCB

After Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) decided to seek assistance of their government to conduct a re-assessment of the security situation in Pakistan ahead of the team's tour, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) reiterated its "commitment to provide complete safety and security to the Lankan side".
2019-09-12 07:11:28 Read More

Sumit Nagal seeks support after Federer 'moment'

From wanting to quit tennis a decade ago to making a dream Grand Slam debut against Roger Federer at the US Open last month, Sumit Nagal calls himself a "survivor" and the Indian is hopeful his journey will become less arduous going forward.
2019-09-12 06:53:23 Read More

I've kept space in cabinet for Olympic gold: Sindhu

The World Championship gold has helped healed the past wounds except the Rio Olympics, says PV Sindhu, who has kept an empty space in her cabinet for the Olympic gold. She said the path to the Tokyo Olympic gold will be a tough one as now her opponents will look to exploit her weaknesses and she will need to add something new to her game to achieve success.
2019-09-12 06:38:21 Read More

Pro Kabaddi: Warriors pip U Mumba in a thriller

Bengal Warriors maintained their unbeaten run at home, edging past U Mumba 29-26 in a thrilling contest at Netaji Indoor Stadium on Wednesday. With 53 points from 15 matches, second-placed Warriors now trail leaders Dabang Delhi by six points in PKL-7. U Mumba remained in fifth place with 43 points.
2019-09-12 05:40:32 Read More

Sandhu yet to reach his peak: Subrata Paul

Every player on the pitch put in a lion-hearted performance as India held Qatar goalless in a World Cup qualifier in Doha on Tuesday night. But one man stood out - Gurpreet Singh Sandhu was simply exceptional.
2019-09-12 05:20:28 Read More

A great performance as an uncertain future looms

When India line up to host Qatar for the return leg of this tie on March 26 next year, chances are it won't be for a dead rubber. It is possible that by then, Igor Stimac's team could be in the mix for an Asian Cup slot as third-placed claimants.
2019-09-12 05:09:28 Read More

We wanted to show our courage: Sandesh Jhingan

The Indian team, despite its consistent surge over the past few months, had shown the tendency of letting in late goals that proved calamitous for the team. Even in their first World Cup qualifier against Oman in Guwahati, it was the same, but on Tuesday, Sandesh Jhingan & Co. turned things around.
2019-09-12 05:03:29 Read More

An unforgettable evening, one of our best: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu

At the end of 90 minutes, there was one statistic that underlined the World Cup qualifier - Asian champions Qatar had 27 shots at goal, while India had just two.
2019-09-12 04:56:50 Read More

More than half of Stimac's 11 starters against Qatar are new finds

It's only a point and keeps India fourth in a five-team group, yet the significance of the goalless draw against Qatar in a World Cup 2022 qualifier last night in Doha cannot be lost. To get a measure of what the Indian defence and goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu achieved, it's important to look at what Qatar have done this year.
2019-09-12 04:50:25 Read More

BCCI relaxed 'family clause' in West Indies

The Indian cricket board (BCCI) had relaxed its family clause for the Indian players after the World Cup in July. TOI has learnt that the players were allowed to have their families with them during the entire tour of West Indies which finished last week.
2019-09-12 03:59:28 Read More

Taylor backs Smith to captain Australia again

Former skipper Mark Taylor ON Thursday backed Steve Smith to captain Australia again after his incredible Ashes exploits, as support mounts for the 30-year-old to be given a second chance.
2019-09-12 03:43:06 Read More

Rohit Sharma can open in India: Adam Gilchrist

Former Australian wicketkeeper batsman Adam Gilchrist on Wednesday said that Rohit Sharma could open in Tests in Indian conditions if he wants to do it.
2019-09-12 03:42:29 Read More

Will it be an open and shut case for Rohit Sharma?

India may be enjoying a fine run in Test matches at the moment but there are a few pressing issues with the batting. The opening slot, for one, will be top of agenda when the selectors meet on Thursday to pick the team for the Test series against South Africa at home.
2019-09-12 03:25:26 Read More

McIlroy wins third PGA Player of the Year award

Rory McIlroy may not have added to his collection of major titles during the 2018-19 campaign, but the Northern Irishman did enough to be named the PGA Tour Player of the Year on Wednesday for a third time.
2019-09-12 03:04:21 Read More

Sports ministry sends 9 names for Padmas — all women

Six-time world champion boxer M C Mary Kom has been recommended for the prestigious Padma Vibhushan award. Reigning world champion, badminton star P V Sindhu, has received the ministry’s nomination for the Padma Bhushan. All nine athletes recommended by the ministry for the Padma awards are women.
2019-09-11 21:30:07 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Thursday (September 12) that comprise action from 5th Ashes Test and U19 Asia Cup semi-final between India and Sri Lanka.
2019-09-11 18:45:00 Read More

PKL 7: Bengal Warriors pip U Mumba in closely-fought contest

Bengal Warriors beat U Mumba 29-26 in a closely-fought Pro Kabaddi League Season 7 contest here on Wednesday. Sukesh Hegde (8 points) and Mohammad Nabibakhsh (4 tackle points) were the stars for the home side who had to rely on a Super Tackle by Rinku Narwal in the final minute to seal the match.
2019-09-11 17:44:28 Read More

Pro Kabaddi: Haryana Steelers, Jaipur Pink Panthers play out draw

Deepak Niwas Hooda led by example as Jaipur Pink Panthers held the in-form Haryana Steelers to a 32-all draw in their Pro Kabaddi League fixture at the Netaji Indoor Stadium on Wednesday.
2019-09-11 16:06:31 Read More

Sri Lanka 'reassessing' Pakistan tour after security threat

Soon after Sri Lanka Cricket received a warning from the Prime Minister’s Office over a possible terrorist threat on the team, the association has sought it's government assistance for a reassessment of the security situation in Pakistan. The team is scheduled to tour Pakistan from September 27. SLC named weakened team for tour earlier on Wednesday.
2019-09-11 15:45:55 Read More

Mehuli Ghosh dominates, wins national shooting trials

Mehuli Ghosh continued her impressive run as she won both the senior and junior women's 10m air rifle title for the second day in a row at the National Shooting Trials (T7) on Wednesday.
2019-09-11 14:34:33 Read More

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Yuvraj can heal now: Family after domestic violence case closed against cricketer

Yuvraj Singh's name was dragged for "malafide" reasons in the domestic violence case against his brother Zoraver but with the matter recently settled after an apology by the accuser, the family on Wednesday said he can now begin to "heal".
2019-09-11 14:09:21 Read More

Have taken fitness to next level during break: Hardik Pandya

India's premier all-rounder Hardik Pandya had been given a break from the West Indies series after a gruelling ICC World Cup campaign. While one would think that he would look to switch off and enjoy life off the field, Pandya's love for the game actually saw him train twice a day for the last month and also fly down to Baroda to work on his skills as it was raining in Mumbai.
2019-09-11 13:19:42 Read More

England drop Jason Roy for final Ashes Test

England have dropped batsman Jason Roy for the fifth and final Ashes Test starting at the Oval on Thursday as they try and square the series.
2019-09-11 12:58:10 Read More

Thirimanne, Shanaka to lead Sri Lanka on Pakistan tour

Lahiru Thirimanne and Dasun Shanaka were named Sri Lanka's one-day international and Twenty20 international captains respectively for the upcoming tour of Pakistan after 10 players opted out of the series over security reasons.
2019-09-11 12:45:33 Read More

India vs South Africa: Hardik wins battle between Pandya brothers

Ahead of the first T20I against South Africa, India all-rounder Hardik Pandya practiced hard in the nets and smashed his brother Krunal Pandya's deliveries out of the park on Wednesday.
2019-09-11 11:45:03 Read More

HPCA groundstaff face weather test before India-South Africa opening T20I

India are set to take on South Africa in the opening game of the T20I series at the picturesque Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium in Dharamsala on Sunday, but the groundstaff have their task cut-out as the retreating monsoon looks set to play spoilsport.
2019-09-11 11:22:44 Read More

Steve Smith will always be known as a 'cheat', says Monty Panesar

After Steve Harmison's 'cheat' comment for Smith, his ex team-mate, England spinner Monty Panesar has echoed the same sentiment, saying Smith will never be considered to be a great of the game, because of his involvement in the ball tampering scandal that rocked Australian cricket.
2019-09-11 11:19:30 Read More

Focussing on my game, looking to improve everyday: Pant

India wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant on Wednesday said that he loves MS Dhoni and is not bothered about comparisons with the decorated former India captain, rather choosing to focus on his own game.
2019-09-11 10:53:29 Read More

Gayle's 22nd T20 hundred in vain in CPL run fest

Chris Gayle's 22nd T20 hundred went in vain as St Kitts and Nevis Patriots beat Jamaica Tallawahs in a high-scoring Caribbean Premier League game. Gayle's hundred helped Jamaica set a massive target of 242 but St Kitts managed to chase it down with an over and a ball to spare.
2019-09-11 09:14:49 Read More

Olympic Hockey Qualifiers: Lucky to have drawn Russia, say India seniors

In a favourable draw, the Indian men's team was pitted against lower-ranked Russia in the final round of the Tokyo Olympics qualifiers. The men's team will play back-to-matches against Russia in Bhubaneswar on November 1 and 2 to make it to the Tokyo Games.
2019-09-11 09:08:50 Read More

I don't give a toss about criticism of my knighthood: Boycott

His knighthood is being questioned owing to an old domestic violence case in France but the legendary Englishman Geoffrey Boycott says he "doesn't give a toss" as he has been honoured solely for his cricketing success.
2019-09-11 09:08:40 Read More

Virat Kohli shares new beach picture with Anushka Sharma

As soon as India skipper Virat Kohli posted a picture with wife and Bollywood actor Anushka Sharma, netizens swarmed his account and termed the couple a 'definition of true love'.
2019-09-11 08:48:45 Read More

India not behind players' boycott of Pakistan: Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Minister Harin Fernando has rejected claims made by Pakistan Minister Fawad Hussain Chaudhry that India forced the players of the island nation to opt out of their upcoming tour against the Men in Green.
2019-09-11 07:32:58 Read More

More than happy to get a point against Qatar, says India coach Stimac

He is "more than happy" with the solitary point that the Indian football team snatched by drawing against Asian champion Qatar but coach Igor Stimac says he has told the players to stay grounded as they can't afford complacency during FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.
2019-09-11 07:18:58 Read More

More than happy to get a point against Qatar, says India coach Stimac

He is "more than happy" with the solitary point that the Indian football team snatched by drawing against Asian champion Qatar but coach Igor Stimac says he has told the players to stay grounded as they can't afford complacency during FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.
2019-09-11 07:18:58 Read More

We are still thinking about it: Kane Williamson on World Cup final loss

Two months after suffering a heartbreaking loss in the finals of the 50-over Cricket World Cup against England, New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson has said that the entire team is still thinking about the match and trying to make sense of it.
2019-09-11 06:59:21 Read More

Aus aim to finish Ashes mission with series win

Australia head to the Oval hungry to win their first Ashes series in England since 2001 as the peerless Steve Smith seeks to inflict further pain on the hosts.
2019-09-11 04:48:32 Read More

Pro Kabaddi: Strong U Mumba trounce Titans, jump to top-five

Former champions U Mumba returned to the top six with a facile 41-27 win over Telugu Titans in PKL-7 at the Netaji Indoor Stadium on Tuesday evening.
2019-09-11 04:29:50 Read More

Dear India, that's my team and those are my boys: Sunil Chhetri

The captain of the Indian football team Sunil Chhetri is extremely proud of the way the Blue Tigers fought valiantly against Qatar and held the Asian champions to a goal-less draw in the second match of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and AFC Asian Cup China 2023 joint qualifiers Round 2 in Doha. Chhetri could not take part in the crucial Tuesday match because of fever.
2019-09-11 04:28:07 Read More

Everyone played their hearts out: Gurpreet Sandhu

Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, who was unbeatable under the bar as India held Qatar to a goal-less draw in the second match of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and AFC Asian Cup China 2023 joint qualifiers Round 2, is extremely proud of the way the team performed and gave their all against the Asian champions.
2019-09-11 04:27:28 Read More

England pacer James Anderson targets Test return in New Zealand, South Africa tours

England paceman James Anderson hopes to overcome a calf problem that forced him out of the Ashes series and will aim to return for their tours of New Zealand and South Africa later this year.
2019-09-11 04:19:03 Read More

Woman who accused Neymar of rape charged with extortion

Police in the Brazilian state of Sao Paulo said on Tuesday they had indicted the woman who accused football star Neymar of rape, charging her with fraud, extortion and slander, in what could be a major relief for the Paris Saint Germain striker.
2019-09-11 04:14:08 Read More

Asia Cup: Indian archers miss another important tournament

Indian archers' preparation for the Tokyo Olympics qualifiers to be held in November received a blow after the ongoing mess in the de-recognised Archery Association of India (AAI) resulted in their non-participation at the Asia Cup world ranking tournament in New Clark City, Philippines.
2019-09-11 04:03:59 Read More

Olympic Qualifiers: Home advantage or home pressure? Rani & Co to find out

"Yaad hai woh din aaj bhi," says Indian women's hockey skipper Rani Rampal as she recalls the night of February 25, 2012 at the Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi. It was on that day the team suffered a crushing 1-3 loss to South Africa, which ended their dream of making it to the London Olympics. It left the players heartbroken.
2019-09-11 03:51:08 Read More

Kevin Anderson to miss rest of 2019 ATP season with knee injury

Two-time Grand Slam finalist Kevin Anderson says he will take the rest of the 2019 season off as he continues to recover from a right knee injury.
2019-09-11 03:38:59 Read More

Toor eyes 21m shot-put mark at World Championships

The 24-year-old Toor qualified for the World C'ships in Doha this month as the area champion (Asian Games gold medallist) from Asia and is currently training in the Czech Republic. His personal best of 20.75 metres, which won him the Asiad gold in Jakarta, is also a national record. However, the qualifying standard for the Olympics is 21.10 metres.
2019-09-11 03:08:36 Read More

Euro qualifiers: England, France beat minnows; Ronaldo shines for Portugal

England and Portugal both scored five goals while France scored three as they overcame lowly-ranked Kosovo, Andorra and Lithuania in Euro 2020 qualifying on Tuesday.
2019-09-11 03:04:19 Read More

Time to reflect, refresh and reinvent: Sanjay Bangar

"I look back on the progress the team made since 2014 and being No. 1 in Tests for three years in a row with happiness. We won 30 out of 52 Tests played, 13 of them overseas. We also won consistently in ODIs in all countries. The only thing that eluded us was the World Cup," former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar said while looking back at his five-year stint with team.
2019-09-11 02:52:00 Read More

Brave India hold Asian Champions Qatar to goal-less draw in World Cup qualifiers

A gritty India survived waves of attacks from Qatar to hold the reigning Asian champions to a goal-less draw to steal an unexpected point from their away match of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday. Qatar were so dominant that they had three corners in the first 12 minutes and nine before the first half whistle. Goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh made 11 saves.
2019-09-11 02:36:31 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Wednesday (September 11) that comprise action from Pro Kabaddi League.
2019-09-10 18:45:00 Read More

Langer defends Australia's Ashes celebrations

Australia coach Justin Langer has defended his players' boisterous celebrations after retaining the Ashes following claims they mocked England spin bowler Jack Leach.
2019-09-10 15:40:00 Read More

Track Asia Cup: Ronaldo creates junior Asian record, India add 10 medals on Day 2

India's Ronaldo Laitonjam continued his impressive run, creating an Asian record for men's junior 200m time trial event at the Track Asia Cup cycling competition on Tuesday.
2019-09-10 14:45:06 Read More

I need to find new strategy every time: PV Sindhu

Indian badminton ace PV Sindhu says she will be marked by opponents after her World Championships gold and would need to constantly discover "new things" in her game to maintain her stranglehold on international badminton.
2019-09-10 14:04:26 Read More

Warner used strapping on hand to tamper with ball: Cook

"David Warner, a couple of beers into his celebration, mentioned that he used substances attached to the strapping on his hand to accelerate the deterioration of the ball during a first-class match. I looked at Steve Smith who shot a glance that said: 'Ooh, you shouldn't have said that'," former England captain Alastair Cook was quoted saying by The Guardian.
2019-09-10 13:18:36 Read More

Difference of opinion cannot be seen as conflict: Shastri on alleged Kohli-Rohit rift

Ravi Shastri argued that Rohit Sharma would not have scored five hundreds in the World Cup if there were serious differences between him and Virat Kohli. Ahead of the team's departure to the Caribbean, Kohli too had dismissed the reports of a rift. Asked if the rumours affected the team spirit, Shastri said that one should not create trouble when team is doing well.
2019-09-10 12:37:37 Read More

BCCI partners with AIR for international and domestic games

The BCCI on Tuesday announced a two-year radio rights arrangement with All India Radio (AIR) for live commentary of the national cricket team's international games at home as well as the domestic tournaments.
2019-09-10 11:15:06 Read More

Justin Langer wants struggling batsmen to step up

Australia coach Justin Langer has urged the struggling batsmen in his team to step up and deliver when the final Ashes Test against England starts at The Oval on Thursday.
2019-09-10 09:16:11 Read More

Smith maintains lead over Kohli in Test rankings

Steve Smith and Pat Cummins on Tuesday consolidated their positions at the top of the ICC rankings after helping Australia score a 185-run victory over England in the fourth Test in Manchester to retain the Ashes.
2019-09-10 09:01:54 Read More

Reluctant Bangladesh captain Shakib takes blame for Afghanistan loss

Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan has taken full responsibility for their shocking home defeat to Test rookies Afghanistan in the one-off match at Chattogram and says it would be best if someone else took over the captaincy.
2019-09-10 08:37:53 Read More

Rahul's form an issue, may consider Rohit as Test opener: MSK Prasad

KL Rahul managed scores of 44, 38, 13 and 6 in two Tests against West Indies; he wasted opportunities to convert starts in the first Test in Antigua and didn't get starts in the next game in Jamaica. Rohit Sharma had a great run in the World Cup 2019, where he slammed five hundreds.
2019-09-10 07:31:38 Read More

Daniil Medvedev will win a major in 2020: Boris Becker

Former German great Boris Becker heaped praise on Rafael Nadal for winning his fourth US Open crown -- his 19th Grand Slam title -- after outlasting Russian fifth seed Daniil Medvedev 7-5, 6-3, 5-7, 4-6, 6-4 in four hours and 50 minutes at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Sunday.
2019-09-10 06:38:25 Read More

Jinson Johnson targets athletics World Championships medal

India's premier middle-distance runner Jinson Johnson clocked 3 minutes 35.24 seconds to win the 1500m silver medal in the ISTAF Berlin event recently. It was a performance which helped him qualify for the upcoming athletics World Championships, to be held in Doha from September 27 to October 6. For Jinson, the ultimate aim is to win an Olympic medal.
2019-09-10 06:14:39 Read More

Ravi Shastri's annual package will be close to Rs 10 crore

Post renewal of his contract, the remuneration for Ravi Shastri will be close to Rs 10 crore a year. According to informed sources in BCCI, the CTC of the head coach will have a 20 per cent increase, as was previously agreed upon, and it will take his annual package to somewhere between Rs 9.5 crore and Rs 10 crore. He had been drawing about Rs 8 crore.
2019-09-10 05:24:40 Read More

Qatar tie: India suffer Sunil Chhetri blow

Igor Stimac has been forced to alter his plans after discovering that captain Sunil Chhetri and two other players will be unavailable for the World Cup qualifier against Qatar at the Jassim bin Hamad Stadium in Doha on Tuesday.
2019-09-10 05:06:07 Read More

U-turn: India won't appeal NDTL suspension

Just two days after sports minister Kiren Rijiju stressed that India would appeal against World Anti-Doping Agency's (WADA) suspension of Delhi-based National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL) at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), sports secretary Radhey Shyam Julaniya told TOI on Monday that the government had decided not to appeal.
2019-09-10 05:00:06 Read More

Amol Muzumdar named South Africa's interim batting coach

Bracing for perhaps the toughest tour in recent times, South Africa's young batsmen have just received a boost in the form of Mumbai stalwart Amol Muzumdar being named the interim Proteas batting coach during their three-Test tour to India.
2019-09-10 04:47:34 Read More

Sports Ministry derecognises Paralympic body

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) on Tuesday derecognised the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) for violating the National Sports Development Code of India, 2011.
2019-09-10 04:45:37 Read More

Cricket authorities urged to introduce 'heat rules'

The 'Hit for Six' report urges cricket authorities to introduce 'heat rules', including postponing games in response to climate change. The report also calls for extra care around youth players and for manufacturers to develop equipment that enhances air flow. Games may need to be postponed or re-arranged to cooler times of the day, it suggested.
2019-09-10 04:25:58 Read More

My goal is to play as long as possible: Rafael Nadal

"Personal satisfaction for the way I resisted all these tough moments is very high," 33-year-old Rafael Nadal said of his epic near 5-hour, five-set win over Russian Daniil Medvedev in the final of the US Open.
2019-09-10 04:08:04 Read More

'Accidental' Australia captain Tim Paine on verge of Ashes landmark

Greg Chappell could not do it, while Ricky Ponting and Michael Clarke, who had both had two attempts each, were unable to manage it either. But if his side avoid defeat in the 5th Test against England at The Oval, Tim Paine will join the list of Australia captains who have led the team to an Ashes series win in England. 18 yrs ago, Steve Waugh led his side to a 4-1 victory.
2019-09-10 03:52:16 Read More

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Rafael Nadal closes in on Roger Federer's haul with 19th Major

Tears flowed like a steady stream on Sunday night - Rafael Nadal's. After the No. 2 seed's 118 mph serve forced an error out of Daniil Medvedev, he fell on his back and lay spread-eagled on the Arthur Ashe Stadium court. He was empty. He had given it his all, and then some more.
2019-09-10 03:46:46 Read More

England greats Boycott, Strauss given knighthoods

Boycott and Strauss both received the honour from Theresa May in her resignation honours list for their services to sport after outstanding careers for England.
2019-09-10 03:41:28 Read More

Bianca Andreescu 'not done yet' after Grand Slam breakthrough

Canadian teenager Bianca Andreescu, who upstaged tennis great Serena Williams in the US Open final to win her maiden Grand Slam title, said she was not done yet during a whirlwind media tour on Monday.
2019-09-10 03:35:25 Read More

Schumacher admitted to hospital for 'secret treatment'

Former Formula One world champion Michael Schumacher was admitted to a Paris hospital for "secret treatment" earlier on Monday. Schumacher turned 50 on January 3 but has not been seen in public since a skiing accident in the French Alps five years ago that left him with severe head injuries and in a medically-induced coma for several months.
2019-09-10 03:16:27 Read More

There's more responsibility, I'm a senior now: Kagiso Rabada

The tour of India is South Africa's first assignment since a disastrous World Cup campaign, during which they were knocked out in preliminary stage itself. The Proteas will be playing three T20Is starting September 15 and have a relatively young team in which Kagiso Rabada and skipper Quinton De Kock are the two most experienced players.
2019-09-10 03:14:02 Read More

Fitting end to my Test career, says Mohammad Nabi

Afghanistan all-rounder Mohammad Nabi, who played his final Test match on Monday, said that it was a 'fitting end' to his Test career as his team registered a 224-run victory over Bangladesh.
2019-09-10 02:54:15 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Tuesday (September 10) that comprise the FIFA World Cup qualifying match between India and Qatar.
2019-09-09 18:45:00 Read More

PKL: Record-breaking Narwal stars as Patna Pirates halt losing streak

Three-time champions Patna Pirates rode on their talismanic raider Pardeep Narwal's superlative show to halt their six-match losing streak with a thumping 51-25 win over Tamil Thalaivas in the Pro-Kabaddi League on Monday.
2019-09-09 17:16:05 Read More

Kieron Pollard to lead West Indies in ODIs and T20Is

T20 specialist Kieron Pollard has been named captain of the West Indies in white-ball format replacing Jason Holder, who will continue to lead in Test matches.
2019-09-09 17:14:38 Read More

Court stays arrest warrant for Mohammed Shami

An Indian court on Monday ordered an interim stay on an arrest warrant against fast bowler Mohammed Shami after his estranged wife accused him of various crimes including assault and sexual harassment. The cricketer was last week ordered to appear before a Kolkata court in 15 days or face arrest, after being charged by West Bengal police in March.
2019-09-09 16:48:37 Read More

HS Prannoy pulls out of China and Korea Open due to dengue

Star shuttler HS Prannoy will miss at least two tournaments on the circuit after being diagnosed with dengue.
2019-09-09 16:12:09 Read More

Hima Das named in World Championships team as relay runner

World junior champion Hima Das was on Monday named as 4x400m relay runner in India's 25-member squad for the World Athletics Championships to be held in Doha from September 27.
2019-09-09 16:10:47 Read More

Ten Sri Lankans opt out of Pak cricket tour over security fears

The Sri Lanka Cricket board said in a statement that players were briefed on security arrangements for the six-match limited over series, and given the freedom to decide if they wanted to travel. Following the briefing, ten players "chose to stay away" from the series of three One-Day Internationals and three T20 games, scheduled to begin on Sept 27 in Karachi.
2019-09-09 15:25:30 Read More

India pocket 12 medals on opening day of Track Asia Cup

India made a bumper start to its Track Asia Cup campaign winning 12 medals, including four gold, in a complete show of dominance on Monday.
2019-09-09 14:16:10 Read More

Skipper Virat Kohli's praise icing on cake for Hanuma Vihari

Fresh from his exploits in the Caribbean Islands, India's middle-order batsman Hanuma Vihari has his eyes on earning an ODI spot in the team and wants to continue doing well in white flannels.
2019-09-09 13:57:44 Read More

Ashes triumph will help Australia put ball-tampering scandal behind them: McGrath

A magnificent Ashes triumph in Old Blighty after 18 summers is exactly what Australian cricket needed to finally exorcise the ghosts of last year's ball-tampering scandal in South Africa, feels Glenn McGrath.
2019-09-09 13:08:39 Read More

World Cup qualifiers: India face toughest match against Qatar

A heart-breaking loss in the campaign-opener has dented their chances of moving ahead and the Indian football team faces another uphill task when it takes on Asian champions Qatar in its most difficult match of the World Cup second round qualifiers on Tuesday.
2019-09-09 12:58:48 Read More

Rashid Khan leads Afghanistan to famous Test win over Bangladesh

Afghanistan registered a 224-run win over Bangladesh in the maiden Test match between the two sides at Chattogram on Monday. Rashid Khan picked up six-second innings wickets to lead Afghanistan. Racing against time to complete a win with less than four overs left in the weather-hit match, the hosts were bundled out for 173 amid a drizzle and fading light.
2019-09-09 12:34:02 Read More

Focus on youth keeping T20 World Cup, Test Championship in mind: Ravi Shastri

Head coach Ravi Shastri says focus will be on investing in youth during his second stint in the top position as India begin preparations for next year's T20 World Cup and the later stages of the ongoing World Test Championship.
2019-09-09 12:22:35 Read More

Unchanged England to assess Stokes's bowling fitness for Ashes finale

England will assess star all-rounder Ben Stokes's fitness to bowl in this week's fifth Test with Australia at the Oval as they look for a consolation win after failing to regain the Ashes.
2019-09-09 11:47:50 Read More

Olympics Qualifiers: India men face Russia, women play USA

The Indian men's hockey team will face Russia and the women will take on USA in the Olympic qualifiers after the International Hockey Federation (FIH) conducted the draw in Lausanne, Switzerland, on Monday to decide who plays who in the 14-team final qualification phase for Tokyo 2020 Games.
2019-09-09 11:34:31 Read More

Daniil Medvedev debuts in ATP top four after US Open final agony

Daniil Medvedev climbed to a career high of fourth in the ATP rankings on Monday after a remarkable six-week hardcourt run in North America that culminated with an agonising five-set loss to Rafael Nadal in the US Open final.
2019-09-09 10:59:55 Read More

Team India to be present at Kohli stand unveiling

The Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) will be unveiling a stand at the Feroz Shah Kotla after India captain Virat Kohli on Thursday and the entire team will be there to witness the momentous occasion. Kohli and Co play Quinton de Kock's men in the opening game of the T20I series on Sunday before moving to Mohali for the second match on Sept 18.
2019-09-09 10:40:11 Read More

Taunts from Manchester crowd just 'white noise' for Australia's Nathan Lyon

The Manchester crowd did everything to remind Nathan Lyon of his fumbled run-out in the dying moments of England's frenetic Ashes Test win at Headingley but for the Australian off-spinner it was just "white noise" after the first couple of overs.
2019-09-09 09:25:00 Read More

Who will win the race for most Men's Grand Slam titles?

With his fourth US Open title, Rafael Nadal took his Grand Slam title count to 19, just one short now of Roger Federer's all-time Men's record of 20. Nadal is now three clear of Novak Djokovic's 16 Grand Slam titles.
2019-09-09 09:22:33 Read More

I'm relaxed about Olympics qualification: Neeraj Chopra

Javelin-thrower Neeraj, who is the reigning CWG and Asian Games champion, has resumed training following his elbow surgery and rehab. One of India's prime medal hopes at 2o2o Tokyo Olympics, Neeraj underwent right elbow surgery on May 2 and has returned to the field after four months. He has ample time and events on hand to qualify for the Games.
2019-09-09 08:02:52 Read More

Mirabai to lead Indian team in World Championship

Former champion Mirabai Chanu will lead a seven-member Indian team in the upcoming Weightlifting World Championship to be held in Pattaya, Thailand from from September 18 to 27.
2019-09-09 07:47:04 Read More

Opportunity for us to see where we stand against best: Kagiso Rabada

South Africa's pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada feels the upcoming T20 and Test series against India is a chance for his embattled team to figure where it stands against the world's best in a tough transition journey.
2019-09-09 07:32:10 Read More

Indian shuttlers' golden run in 10th Asia-Pacific Youth Games

Team India stamped its authority on the 10th Asia-Pacific Youth Games badminton competition in Vladivostok, Russia, winning the team Championship gold.
2019-09-09 07:01:17 Read More

No matter what, Steve Smith will be a 'cheat' forever: Harmison

Even though Steve Smith has been in immaculate form in the ongoing Ashes and has single-handedly allowed Australia to retain the Urn, former England pacer Steve Harmison believes the Australian batter will always be remembered as a "cheat". Smith was last year handed a one-year suspension by Cricket Australia for his involvement in the Sandpaper Gate fiasco.
2019-09-09 06:49:50 Read More

Joe Root wants to stay on as England captain after Ashes blow

Joe Root is in no doubt he should remain as England's Test captain despite presiding over their first failure to win a home Ashes series in 18 years.
2019-09-09 06:03:09 Read More

Ashes: Ricky Ponting hails 'relentless' bowlers

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting said on Sunday that the tourists' "relentless" bowlers deserve as much credit for retaining the Ashes as Steve Smith.
2019-09-09 05:46:41 Read More

If I don't talk about the issues, who will, asks Pullela Gopichand

India might be celebrating a world champion in PV Sindhu right now but national badminton coach Pullela Gopichand feels there are reasons to be worried about the future as the country needs a disciplined, structured programme to identify talent and nurture it to the highest levels.
2019-09-09 05:19:22 Read More

Daniil Medvedev completes journey from villain to hero at US Open

Daniil Medvedev once revelled in his role as the villain of Flushing Meadows but on Sunday the Russian completed his transformation to unlikely hero after taking Rafa Nadal the distance in US Open final. Medvedev's performance suggests more Grand Slam finals are in his future & that he could be a genuine challenger to Nadal, Federer & Djokovic.
2019-09-09 05:02:30 Read More

Manasi Joshi: Para badminton world champion and a rebel with a cause

Manasi Joshi is not your usual prototype of a world champion. Her story, like those of all para athletes, is one of discipline, devotion and determination. But what sets her apart from others is that she is a rebel with a cause.
2019-09-09 04:52:38 Read More

Sergio Ramos equals Iker Casillas' Spain appearances record

Sergio Ramos equalled Iker Casillas' record of 167 international appearances for Spain on Sunday as he started their Euro 2020 qualifier against the Faroe Islands in Gijon.
2019-09-09 04:39:02 Read More

Euro 2020 qualifier: Mkhitaryan scores twice as Armenia stun Bosnia

Armenia captain Henrikh Mkhitaryan scored twice as Armenia stunned Bosnia with a dramatic 4-2 win in their Euro 2020 qualifier on Sunday, prompting the resignation of Bosnia's coach Robert Prosinecki.
2019-09-09 04:30:21 Read More

I fought like hell, says US Open runner-up Daniil Medvedev

Daniil Medvedev said the energy of the New York crowd helped instigate his stunning fightback that saw him fall just short against Rafael Nadal in a five-set classic in Sunday's US Open final.
2019-09-09 04:20:45 Read More

Sindhu credits coach Kim for improved game

"It's been just a few months I have been training with her (Korean coach Kim Ji Hyun). She had a few changes in her mind. We worked on that under the guidance of Gopi Sir. It went on very well. I have improved on a lot on my skills and I have a lot more to improve," Sindhu, who won the World Championship gold in Basel, said.
2019-09-09 04:18:50 Read More

CoA show-causes BCCI acting secretary

The noose seems to be tightening around Amitabh Choudhary. On Sunday, the Committee of Administrators (CoA) show-caused the BCCI acting secretary for failing to inform in advance about his unavailability to attend recent meetings of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and Asian Cricket Council (ACC).
2019-09-09 04:04:46 Read More

US Open champion Rafael Nadal hails one of his 'most emotional' wins

Calling it one of the most emotional nights of his 18-year career, Rafael Nadal celebrated a dramatic US Open final victory Sunday over Daniil Medvedev for his 19th Grand Slam title.
2019-09-09 04:04:12 Read More

Seven BCCI units are still non-compliant: CoA

Even as the BCCI gets into 'election mode', the Committee of Administrators (CoA) has deemed seven state associations as 'non-compliant'.
2019-09-09 03:57:40 Read More

US Open: Elise Mertens and Aryna Sabalenka win first Grand Slam title

Elise Mertens and Aryna Sabalenka won their first career Grand Slam title with a hard-fought 7-5 7-5 win over Ash Barty and Victoria Azarenka in the US Open doubles final on Sunday.
2019-09-09 03:47:53 Read More

Steve Smith is the best player I've ever seen: Tim Paine

Australia captain Tim Paine hailed Steve Smith as the best player he has ever seen after the star batsman picked up the man-of-the match award following victory in the fourth Test against England on Sunday.
2019-09-09 03:32:00 Read More

US Open: Bianca Andreescu keeps Serena Williams waiting for 24th Major

Bianca Andreescu needed a ladder to reach her box, where her parents Nicu and Maria, and coach Sylvain Bruneau were seated. Tears flowed in what was a champagne moment for the Canadian.
2019-09-09 03:26:13 Read More

'Amazing' feeling to retain Ashes, says Steve Smith

Steve Smith said it "feels amazing" to retain the Ashes after Australia finally ended a stubborn rearguard effort from England on Sunday to win the fourth Test by 185 runs.
2019-09-09 03:17:51 Read More

Ashes: Joe Root says defeat 'hard to take'

Joe Root said he was "bitterly disappointed" after England slipped to defeat in the fourth Test against Australia on Sunday despite a defiant effort to keep their Ashes dream alive. "To come so close to taking it to the Oval is hard to take. We've still got to look forward and make sure we level the series," he said.
2019-09-09 03:09:57 Read More

What to expect at Olympics hockey qualifying draw

The Indian men's and women's hockey teams, along with 13 other, will get to know their opponents for the Olympic qualifiers when the International Hockey Federation (FIH) conducts the qualifying draw in Lausanne, Switzerland, at 4:30 pm IST today.
2019-09-09 03:08:07 Read More

Nadal edges Medvedev for 4th US Open title, 19th Grand Slam

Rafael Nadal held off a strong comeback bid to win his 19th Grand Slam title by edging Daniil Medvedev 7-5, 6-3, 5-7, 4-6, 6-4 in a thrilling US Open final that lasted nearly five hours. This one was not easy for the second-seeded Nadal. That's because after Nadal grabbed the opening two sets and went up a break in third, Medvedev mounted a charge, shifting styles and rattling Nadal.
2019-09-09 01:21:20 Read More

4th Test: Australia retain Ashes after victory at Old Trafford

Australia defeated England by 185 runs in the fourth Test in Manchester to take an unassailable 2-1 lead in the series. With the victory, Australia also retained the Ashes. Joe Denly (53 from 123 balls) and Jos Buttler (34 off 111 balls) showed resistance on the final day before England were bowled out for 197 in the second innings.
2019-09-08 17:33:15 Read More

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Need mental stability of different level for Olympic medal: Abhishek Verma

He might have clinched his second World Cup gold last week but Indian shooter Abhishek Verma says he will have to achieve a "mental stability of a different level" to claim an Olympic medal.
2019-09-08 06:38:12 Read More

Dinesh Karthik tenders unconditional apology after violating BCCI clause

Dinesh Karthik has tendered an "unconditional apology" for violating BCCI's Central clause. Karthik is the captain of IPL franchise KKR but being seen in a Trinbago Jersey while watching the match forced the BCCI to issue a show cause notice, asking why his central contract should not be cancelled.
2019-09-08 06:11:14 Read More

No such thing as failure for Isro and sportspersons: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday drew a comparison between the hard work of Isro and sportspersons by asserting that there is no such thing as failure for the space agency and athletes of the country.
2019-09-08 06:03:51 Read More

PKL: Warriors share spoils with Fortunegiants

It was not the way Bengal Warriors might have wanted to start their home campaign of the Pro Kabaddi season 7, but a touch of genius from captain Maninder Singh at the death dragged his team from the jaws of defeat to share the spoils with Gujarat Fortunegiants at the Netaji Indoor Stadium on Saturday.
2019-09-08 04:57:07 Read More

Duleep Trophy: India Red stamp their class with innings victory

It took all of 191 minutes on Saturday for India Red bowlers, led by off-spinner Akshay Wakhare (5-13), to seal their Duleep Trophy title win here with a day to spare.
2019-09-08 04:46:06 Read More

Fight for your dreams: Bianca embraces US Open joy

"It's definitely a process of life. You're never going to have ups all the time. Those tough moments are definitely worth it. I think it builds you as a character," teenager Bianca Andreescu said after Saturday's US Open final triumph.
2019-09-08 04:23:30 Read More

Six state kids take ill in MP, but AIFF says they will have to play match

Six Maharashtra kids, part of the sub-junior state team playing the AIFF Sub-Junior National football Championship in Jabalpur have taken ill and will not be able to play their match against Daman & Diu today.
2019-09-08 04:22:06 Read More

Poor effort 'inexcusable' in US Open final: Serena

Williams fell to 19-year-old Canadian Bianca Andreescu 6-3, 7-5 in the women's singles final at Arthur Ashe Stadium, on the same court where she won her first Grand Slam title 20 years ago -- nine months before Andreescu was born.
2019-09-08 04:08:29 Read More

Delay in gear may have cost Anjum Moudgil dear

What happens when your equipment goes missing days before a world championship? Nothing good, as shooter Anjum Moudgil found out the hard way - the airlines misplaced her baggage and she lost precious training time, and perhaps a medal, at the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup rifle-pistol event in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
2019-09-08 03:48:01 Read More

Afghanistan's Mohd Nabi announces Test retirement

Former Afghanistan captain Mohammad Nabi announced his retirement from Test cricket on Saturday after the ongoing one-off Test against Bangladesh in Chittagong.
2019-09-08 03:42:31 Read More

Eng ride on Kane hat-trick; France, Portugal win

France and Portugal got their Euro 2020 qualification campaigns back on track with impressive wins over Balkan pair Albania and Serbia that boosted the world and European champions chances of making next summer's tournament.
2019-09-08 03:29:04 Read More

Nadal chases 19th Grand Slam title, Medvedev seeks his first

Rafael Nadal looks to cap one of his greatest Grand Slam years with his fourth US Open title when he faces Russia's Daniil Medvedev in Sunday's final at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Nadal chases his 19th career Grand Slam singles title, one shy of Roger Federer's all-time men's record, in his 27th Slam final and his fifth championship match on the New York hardcourts.
2019-09-08 03:12:06 Read More

4th Test: Australia on the verge of retaining Ashes

England were 18/2 in their second innings at stumps on the fourth day of the fourth Test, still needing a further 365 runs on Sunday's last day to reach a target of 383.
2019-09-08 02:51:40 Read More

Bianca stuns Serena to win maiden Grand Slam title

Canadian teenager Bianca Andreescu built a big lead and then held on to upset Serena Williams 6-3, 7-5 in the US Open final for her first Grand Slam title. Andreescu's victory prevented Williams from claiming what would have been her record-tying 24th major singles championship.
2019-09-07 22:11:32 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Sunday (September 8) that comprise action from US Open and 4th Ashes Test between England and Australia.
2019-09-07 18:45:00 Read More

Jamie Murray, Bethanie Mattek-Sands win US Open mixed doubles title

Britain's Jamie Murray and Bethanie Mattek-Sands of the United States captured their second consecutive US Open mixed doubles title on Saturday, defeating top seeds Chan Hao-Ching and Michael Venus 6-2, 6-3.
2019-09-07 18:04:11 Read More

PKL: Haryana Steelers tame Dabang Delhi 47-25

Naveen Kumar put up a dominant display with 11 raid points as Haryana Steelers thrashed leaders Dabang Delhi KC 47-25 to register their fifth win on the trot in the second match of the Pro Kabaddi League in Kolkata on Saturday.
2019-09-07 17:43:17 Read More

PKL: Bengal Warriors salvage a draw against Gujarat Fortunegiants

Bengal Warriors squandered a two-point first-half lead to settle for a 25-25 tie against Gujarat Fortunegiants in their opening match of the Kolkata leg of the Pro Kabaddi League at the Netaji Indoor Stadium on Saturday.
2019-09-07 16:53:15 Read More

Anil Kumble wants a 'proper send-off' for MS Dhoni

Former India captain and coach Anil Kumble said that if the selectors believe that Dhoni is in the scheme of things for the T20 World Cup, then he should be playing every game and if he's not, then Kumble said, "It's important that they have a discussion on how to make it happen." He added,"..you need to have a proper send-off, he certainly deserves that".
2019-09-07 15:59:13 Read More

'Big Three' era quickly coming to an end, Nadal warns fans

The 33-year-old Spaniard, an 18-time major champion, will try to add to his trophy haul on Sunday when he faces Russia's fifth-ranked Daniil Medvedev in the US Open final.
2019-09-07 15:43:18 Read More

Broad gets Warner again as Australia opener suffers third straight Test duck

Stuart Broad dismissed David Warner for a third duck in as many Test innings at Old Trafford on Saturday as the England paceman continued to torment the Australia opener in the Ashes series.
2019-09-07 15:12:57 Read More

F1: Leclerc puts Ferrari on pole at Monza amid last lap farce

Charles Leclerc put Ferrari on pole position for their home Italian Formula One Grand Prix on Saturday in a qualifying session that ended in farce and with drivers under investigation.
2019-09-07 14:34:49 Read More

WC qualifier: Qatar strongest in our group, but nothing to fear, says Stimac

Indian football coach Igor Stimac on Saturday said that his team has nothing to fear in its second World Cup qualifier against Asian champions Qatar despite coming off a painful 1-2 defeat in the campaign opener at home.
2019-09-07 14:21:08 Read More

African great Samuel Eto'o hangs up his boots for 'new challenge'

Cameroon's four-time African Player of the Year Samuel Eto'o announced his retirement on Saturday at the age of 38, declaring "I need a rest".
2019-09-07 13:49:26 Read More

U-19 Asia Cup: Tilak, Arjun score tons as India beat Pak by 60 runs

Opener Arjun Azad and No. 3 batsman NT Tilak Verma scored hundreds as India comfortably crushed arch-rivals Pakistan by 60 runs in an U-19 Asia Cup encounter here on Saturday. In reply, Pakistan were never in contention as they were bowled out for 245 in 46.4 overs. Left-arm spinner Atharva Ankolekar took 3 for 36 in 10 overs.
2019-09-07 13:22:51 Read More

Till 2012, I didn't see fear or respect for me in opposition's eye: Virat Kohli

"(There was a time) When I walked in to bat, there wasn't any fear or respect in the opposition corner. I didn't want to walk into the ground thinking that opposition feels that this guy is a pushover...I wanted that when I walk in, the teams should think that we need to get this guy out or else we will lose the game..," said Virat Kohli in an interview.
2019-09-07 13:04:35 Read More

Sanju Samson donates India A match fees to groundsmen

Sanju Samson said that he has decided to give his match fees from the India 'A' matches he played to the groundsmen of the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. India 'A' hosted South Africa 'A' in a five-match one day series. Intermittent rains in Kerala's capital city had caused reduction of overs in all the matches with the fourth match having to be played over two days.
2019-09-07 12:16:57 Read More

Sanju Samson donates India A match fees to groundsmen

Sanju Samson said that he has decided to give his match fees from the India 'A' matches he played to the groundsmen of the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. India 'A' hosted South Africa 'A' in a five-match one day series. Intermittent rains in Kerala's capital city had caused reduction of overs in all the matches with the fourth match having to be played over two days.
2019-09-07 12:16:57 Read More

Indian shooters still hopeful of sport's inclusion in 2022 CWG

For the first time since 1974, shooting has been excluded from the Commonwealth Games roster due to logistical issues. India won as many as 16 medals in shooting at the 2018 Commonwealth Games. Sports minister Kiren Rijiju on Friday said India will take up the issue through diplomatic channel if they don't get a favourable response giving players glimmer of hope.
2019-09-07 12:07:30 Read More

Only Test, Day 3: Afghanistan pile misery on Bangladesh

Ibrahim Zadran and Asghar Afghan hit half-centuries while Rashid Khan played a quick cameo after claiming five wickets in an innings, as Afghanistan took command in the one-off Test against Bangladesh in Chittagong on Saturday.
2019-09-07 11:59:59 Read More

Quinton de Kock-led South Africa's T20I team arrives in India

The Quinton de Kock-led South Africa team set foot on India on Saturday for the upcoming three-match T20 series.
2019-09-07 11:44:24 Read More

Akshay Wakhare picks up a fifer as India Red beat India Green to lift Duleep Trophy

Vidharbha off-spinner Akshay Wakhare returned with a five-wicket haul to help India Red beat India Green by an innings and 38 runs and clinch the Duleep Trophy title on Saturday. Wakhare (5/13) spun the web around India Green batsmen to bowl them out for 119 in 39.5 overs in the second innings on the fourth day. Earlier, India Red extended their lead to 157 runs.
2019-09-07 11:40:46 Read More

F1: Vettel keeps Ferrari on top in final Monza practice

Sebastian Vettel kept Ferrari on top with a classic demonstration of speed in Saturday morning's closely-fought third and final free practice at the Italian Grand Prix.
2019-09-07 11:30:05 Read More

I need to work on little things for Olympic medal: Yashaswini Deswal

Yashaswini Singh Deswal says the Rio World Cup gold will act as a reassurance as the Indian shooter gets down to improve the "little things" in her quest for success at next year's Olympic Games.
2019-09-07 10:58:40 Read More

Malinga rises in T20I rankings post Pallekele magic

Veteran Sri Lanka pacer Lasith Malinga, who picked up four wickets in four balls against New Zealand, has jumped 20 places to No.21 on the latest ICC T20I Rankings for bowlers released on Saturday.
2019-09-07 09:47:08 Read More

Lyles focused on 200m world gold, not Bolt's record

In-form American sprinter Noah Lyles insisted he was focused solely on nailing down gold in the 200m at the world athletics championships and not chasing Usain Bolt's elusive world record.
2019-09-07 09:40:26 Read More

Live: England vs Australia, 4th Ashes Test, Day 4

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2019-09-07 09:10:29 Read More

'Critical but stable' Correa in induced coma after crash

American-Ecuadorian Formula Two racer Juan Manuel Correa has been placed in an induced coma after suffering acute respiratory failure following a crash in Belgium last weekend that killed French driver Anthoine Hubert, his parents said on Saturday.
2019-09-07 07:47:44 Read More

Tendulkar leads Indian cricket fraternity in mourning death of Abdul Qadir

Batting great Sachin Tendulkar led the Indian cricket fraternity's tribute for Pakistan spin legend Abdul Qadir, who died in Lahore after suffering a cardiac arrest.
2019-09-07 07:10:14 Read More

Bradman's granddaughter, husband among the richest in Australia

Kin of Donald Bradman have ever so quietly cracked the rarefied realm of the rich and successful in Australia recently, but few Down Under have realised that the latest billiondollar firm, which specialises in enhancing employee performance by engagement, has links to a family member of the most revered cricketer in the country, perhaps the world.
2019-09-07 06:51:11 Read More

Sanju Samson stamps his class as India 'A' take series 4-1

On his day, Sanju Samson makes batting look effortless. He hits huge sixes but doesn't muscle them. Instead, he just times them. The bat comes in a lovely arc from a high back-lift to send the ball sailing over the ropes into the stands.
2019-09-07 05:42:34 Read More

Jammu and Kashmir's first female racer hopes to make a splash

One won't normally associate Jammu and Kashmir with motorsports, that too concerning state's women. Humaira Mushtaq, the state's first female racer, however is trying hard to break barriers. She recently made her debut in the JK Tyre National Racing Championship in Coimbatore.
2019-09-07 05:21:52 Read More

Imran leads cricket fraternity in mourning Qadir's death

"I have lost a good friend", said Pakistan's Prime Minister and former cricket captain Imran Khan as he led the country in paying tributes to spin legend Abdul Qadir, who died in Lahore after suffering a cardiac arrest.
2019-09-07 04:45:45 Read More

Imran leads cricket fraternity in mourning Qadir's death

"I have lost a good friend", said Pakistan's Prime Minister and former cricket captain Imran Khan as he led the country in paying tributes to spin legend Abdul Qadir, who died in Lahore after suffering a cardiac arrest.
2019-09-07 04:45:45 Read More

Indian shooters lament lack of hostel at Karni Singh range

Top Indian shooters have rued the lack of boarding and lodging facility at the country's foremost shooting facility - Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range.
2019-09-07 04:44:33 Read More

Saurabh and I are poles apart but formidable as a pair: Manu Bhaker

It's sometimes amazing to see how two persons with opposite personalities make a great team. Indian shooting stars, Manu Bhaker and Saurabh Chaudhary, are a case in point.
2019-09-07 04:26:51 Read More

Lionel Messi 'can leave' at end of season but Barcelona 'calm'

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu said on Friday the Spanish giants are not worried about Lionel Messi's future, despite the Argentinian star being able to leave the club at the end of the season.
2019-09-07 04:19:51 Read More

Quotas in the bag, Indian shooters reveal plans for Tokyo Games

Indian shooting is on a roll. The rate at which the shooters have been winning medals at international competitions of late, has raised hopes of a fine performance at next year's Tokyo Olympics.
2019-09-07 04:14:14 Read More

US Open: Serena Williams hopes to seal history

'Finals' was the theme of the media interaction. The thought and the talk. It was tossed at Serena Williams so many times, it echoed the buzz of a mantra.
2019-09-07 03:52:08 Read More

Serena's path to Grand Slam record blocked by Andreescu

Serena Williams will take a 4th shot at equaling Margaret Court's all-time record of 24 Grand Slam singles titles in Saturday's US Open final against fast-rising Canadian Bianca Andreescu. Williams, who turns 38 in 3 weeks, is aiming for her first Grand Slam title since giving birth in September 2017 to arrest a run of three major finals defeats in a row.
2019-09-07 03:31:08 Read More

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Ashes, 4th Test: Hazlewood strikes to leave England in trouble

England were 200/5 when bad light ended play shortly before the scheduled close, still 297 behind Australia's imposing 497/8 declared built on star batsman Steve Smith's commanding double century.
2019-09-07 03:14:04 Read More

Rafael Nadal advances to US Open final against Daniil Medvedev

Rafael Nadal, an 18-time Grand Slam singles champion, advanced to his fifth US Open final on Friday by battling past Italy's Matteo Berrettini 7-6 (8/6), 6-4, 6-1.
2019-09-07 02:24:49 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Saturday (September 7) that comprise action from US Open and 4th Ashes Test between England and Australia.
2019-09-06 18:40:00 Read More

Former Pakistan spin great Abdul Qadir dies of cardiac arrest

Pakistan's master leg-spinner Abdul Qadir died in Lahore on Friday after suffering from a massive cardiac arrest, his family confirmed. Qadir was 63-years-old and is survived by his wife, four sons and a daughter who is married to current Pak star-batsman Umar Akmal. Qadir played in 67 Tests and 104 ODIs and had a total 368 wickets in his international career.
2019-09-06 17:39:50 Read More

BCCI issues show-cause notice to Dinesh Karthik

The out-of-favour India player Dinesh Karthik was issued a show-cause notice by the BCCI for attending a promotional event of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) franchise Trinbago Knight Riders, which is owned by Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan. The 34-year-old Karthik was seen in Trinbago Knight Riders dressing room and attending their opening CPL match.
2019-09-06 17:20:08 Read More

PKL: UP Yoddha beat Patna Pirates 41-29

UP Yoddha stunned three-time champions Patna Pirates 41-29 in a Pro Kabaddi League match at the SreeKanteerava Stadium on Friday.
2019-09-06 16:51:47 Read More

Sri Lanka's Lasith Malinga first T20I bowler to claim 100 wickets

Sri Lanka's Lasith Malinga became the first bowler in Twenty20 internationals to claim 100 wickets as he struck four times with four balls in the third match against New Zealand. Malinga, who surpassed Pak spinner Shahid Afridi's tally of 97 scalps to become the leading T20I wicket-taker bowled Colin Munro for 12 to claim a century of wickets in his 76th match.
2019-09-06 15:54:25 Read More

Andrew Flintoff reveals England coaching dream

Former England star Andrew Flintoff has revealed he dreams of coaching the national team in the future. Flintoff called time on his international career in 2009 and has been working as a television presenter recently after a brief foray into boxing.
2019-09-06 15:43:07 Read More

Italian Grand Prix: Leclerc fastest in practice for Ferrari's home race

Charles Leclerc set the pace in practice for his Ferrari team's home Italian Grand Prix on Friday with Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton hot on his heels for Mercedes.
2019-09-06 15:32:49 Read More

Yuvraj Singh takes fun dig at India's No. 4 woes

India's World Cup hero Yuvraj Singh on Friday took a dig at India's nagging No. 4 woes after Harbhajan Singh threw his weight behind Sanju Samson to bat in that position in One Day International matches.
2019-09-06 15:20:46 Read More

Goa swimming coach, accused of rape, arrested in Delhi

Accused of raping a 15-year-old girl who was training with him, swimming coach Surajit Ganguly was arrested in New Delhi on Friday, a senior police official said. Goa Police on Thursday registered a case of rape against Ganguly, who was employed with the Goa Swimming Association (GSA). He had been untraceable since but was arrested on Friday from Kashmere Gate.
2019-09-06 15:09:40 Read More

Dhawan helps India A to 4-1 series win over South Africa A

Local hero Sanju Samson struck a blistering 48-ball 91 as India A romped to a 36-run win over South Africa A in the fifth and final unofficial ODI, helping the hosts claim the series 4-1 on Friday.
2019-09-06 13:18:11 Read More

I don't regret anything: Ambati Rayudu on his '3D' comment

Ambati Rayudu said that he has no regrets about his "3D" jibe at chairman of selectors MSK Prasad after being dropped from the World Cup squad. Rayudu said, "I don't regret anything" but admitted that World Cup snub did affect him. While he agreed that missing World Cup was disappointing, he added that he is sure selectors had the best interest of the team.
2019-09-06 13:06:06 Read More

Easwaran's 153 puts India Red on top in Duleep Trophy final

Bengal right-hander Abhimanyu Easwaran staked his claim for a place in the senior side with a 153-run knock as India Red marched towards the title by building a 114-run lead over India Green at stumps on day three of the Duleep Trophy final on Friday.
2019-09-06 12:39:21 Read More

One-off Test: Rashid Khan's all-round show puts Afghanistan on top

Rashid hit 51 off 61 balls to take Afghanistan to 342 in their first innings and then claimed 4-47 to leave Bangladesh struggling at 194 for eight at stumps on the second day.
2019-09-06 12:24:09 Read More

Sanjeev Rajput says he was determined to secure Olympic quota at Rio

Sanjeev Rajput always had some "some unfinished business" after being snubbed for the 2016 Rio Olympics and ace marksman wants to accomplish his goals in next year's Tokyo Olympics.
2019-09-06 12:15:02 Read More

Being disconnected with Saurabh is secret of our success: Manu Bhaker

Communication is a key aspect in a team sport but Manu Bhaker believes that remaining "disconnected" with partner Saurabh Chaudhary has been the key to their golden run in four successive World Cups.
2019-09-06 11:30:30 Read More

After Arjuna high, Gaurav Gill eyeing a top-five finish in WRC 2

Gaurav Gill, who recently became the first Indian motorsports personality to be awarded the Arjuna award, on Friday said he is eyeing a top-five finish in next week's Rally of Turkey, marking the beginning of his second stint in the FIA World Rally Championship 2.
2019-09-06 11:06:28 Read More

High hopes from shooting at Tokyo Olympics: Rijiju

Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju on Friday lauded the Indian shooters for their unprecedented medal haul at the recently-concluded ISSF Rifle/Pistol World Cup in Rio de Janeiro and hoped they would carry the stupendous form into next year's Tokyo Olympics as well.
2019-09-06 09:40:16 Read More

Opening slot in Tests is cause of concern: Vikram Rathour

India's newly-appointed batting coach Vikram Rathour on Friday said the opening slot and the performance of the middle-order in ODIs are his primary concerns as he prepares to begin his tenure with the series against South Africa.
2019-09-06 08:55:43 Read More

Sachin Tendulkar: Organised mindset sets Steve Smith apart

Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar has showered praises on Steve Smith of Australia, who continued his brilliant run of form in the Ashes series by slamming a double century against England in the ongoing fourth Test in Manchester.
2019-09-06 08:44:44 Read More

Smith best in Tests, Kohli on top across formats: Warne

The debate on who between Virat Kohli and Steve Smith is the best batsman refuses to die down. Shane Warne has said that if he had to pick one for Tests, Smith would have a slight advantage over his otherwise favourite Kohli. However, Warne feels across formats Kohli takes the cake and the Indian will go on to break Sachin Tendulkar's record of 100 hundreds.
2019-09-06 05:49:49 Read More

Ashes: Steve Smith 'a genius', says Ricky Ponting

Smith has taken his game to a new level since returning from a 12-month ball-tampering ban this year, with his 211 in the fourth Test at Old Trafford giving him an incredible batting average during the series of 147.25.
2019-09-06 04:35:36 Read More

A medal at Worlds could ensure Mary a spot in Olympic qualifiers

Mary Kom will be India's direct entry into the first Olympic qualifiers for Tokyo to be held in February next year in China, if the six-time world champion manages to secure either a gold or silver at the upcoming women's World Championships in East Siberia's Ulan-Ude from October 3 to 13, the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) confirmed on Thursday.
2019-09-06 04:23:06 Read More

England bouncers played into my hands, says Smith

Australia's Ashes run-machine Steve Smith said England's short-pitched bowling played into his hands after his superb innings of 211 put the tourists in firm command of the fourth Test on Thursday.
2019-09-06 04:22:46 Read More

Goa swimming coach charged with rape

Police have booked Goa's swimming coach Surajit Ganguly on Thursday for rape and molestation of a 15-year-old swimmer, a gold medallist at the national school games, after she accused him of sexual harassment for past six months.
2019-09-06 04:16:04 Read More

Teenager Bianca sets up US Open final with Serena

Canadian teenager Bianca Andreescu's dream run at the US Open continued on Thursday as she powered past Belinda Bencic 7-6(3), 7-5 to set up a highly-anticipated final with Serena Williams on Saturday.
2019-09-06 03:47:00 Read More

Maradona named coach of Argentine Superliga side

Argentine legend Diego Maradona will take over as coach of Superliga side Gimnasia, the club announced on its Twitter account on Thursday.
2019-09-06 03:31:28 Read More

Ashes: Magnificent Smith puts Australia in command

Steve Smith's domination of England's bowling attack in the Ashes series reached new heights on Thursday as his magnificent 211 led Australia to 497/8 declared on the second day of the fourth Test at Old Trafford, with England's score reading 23/1 at close of play on Thursday.
2019-09-06 03:13:40 Read More

I knew I had to perform double of others to be recognized: Hanuma Vihari

Hanuma Vihari emerged as the top run-getter for India with 289 runs that included a century and two half-centuries in the just-concluded Test series in the Caribbean. Vihari (53 not out and 111) was adjudged the Man of the Match in India's 257-run win over the hosts in the second Test.
2019-09-06 03:10:31 Read More

Serena Williams powers into 10th US Open final

Seeking her 24th Grand Slam singles title, Serena Williams cruised into a 10th US Open final on Thursday as she brushed aside fifth seed Elina Svitolina 6-3, 6-1 to claim a record-equaling 101st win at Flushing Meadows.
2019-09-06 02:46:59 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Friday (September 6) that comprise action from US Open and 4th Ashes Test between England and Australia.
2019-09-05 18:45:00 Read More

4th Ashes Test: Steve Smith scores double century in Manchester

Australia's Steve Smith marked his return to international cricket with a double century on the second day of the fourth Ashes Test against England on Thursday. The world's top-ranked Test batsman went to his third double hundred at this level, and third against England, in 310 balls including 22 fours and two sixes with a legside two off Stuart Broad.
2019-09-05 16:43:32 Read More

India lose to Oman after taking lead in opening WC Qualifier

Captain Sunil Chhetri's early strike went in vain as India surrendered a one-goal advantage to lose 1-2 to Oman in their opening fixture of the 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers on Thursday.
2019-09-05 16:08:41 Read More

PKL: U Mumba and Puneri Paltan play out a tie

U Mumba and Puneri Paltan shared the points after their Pro Kabaddi League match ended in a tense 33-33 draw at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium on Thursday.
2019-09-05 16:02:02 Read More

Sachin's swansong at Lahli 'inspired' Shafali Verma to play for India

Shafali Verma (15) will finally live her dream to play for India. One of the youngest players to be picked for India, the rise of the Rohtak-born opener has been remarkable. She started playing the game five years ago and has already played three seasons for Haryana. Tendulkar was one big reason she took to the sport, another was her father, a jeweller by profession.
2019-09-05 15:36:10 Read More

Out of Test side, Shikhar Dhawan shifts focus to T20 World Cup

Dhawan now eyes the T20 World Cup in Australia in 2020 as his next major crack at glory. "I'm looking forward to the T20 World Cup, to scoring a lot of runs for the Indian team and keep performing consistently," he said.
2019-09-05 14:27:44 Read More

Bajrang gets top billing at World Championships

India's top grappler Bajrang Punia has been handed the top billing in the men's 65kg freestyle category at the World Championships, slated to begin in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan from September 14.
2019-09-05 13:28:36 Read More

15-year-old Shafali comes into Indian women's T20I squad

Veteran Mithali Raj's retirement from the T20 format on Thursday paved the way for the induction of youngsters such as 15-year-old rookie Shafali Verma in the Indian women's cricket team for the upcoming home T20 Internationals against South Africa.
2019-09-05 12:44:58 Read More

One-off Test: Rahmat Shah steers Afghanistan with historic ton

atsman Rahmat Shah on Thursday became the first Afghanistan cricketer to score a Test century, helping the minnows start strongly against Bangladesh on the opening day of the one-off match.
2019-09-05 12:40:46 Read More

Sourabh loses to Chen, India's campaign ends at Chinese Taipei Open

Former champion Sourabh Verma suffered a straight-game loss to world number 2 Chou Tien Chen in the men's singles second round to draw curtains on India's campaign at the $500,000 Chinese Taipei Open badminton tournament on Thursday.
2019-09-05 12:21:50 Read More

Rahmat Shah becomes first Afghan player to score a Test century

Rahmat Shah on Thursday became the first Afghanistan player to score a century in Test cricket. Rahmat reached the three-figure mark on the opening day of Afghanistan's only Test against Bangladesh in Chittagong. He scored 102 off 187 balls before being dismissed by Nayeem Hasan.
2019-09-05 12:03:28 Read More

Shoaib Akhtar pulls Misbah-ul-Haq's leg after former skipper gets dual role

Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar has taken a fun dig at former skipper Misbah-ul-Haq after the latter was handed the dual role of Pakistan's head coach and chief selector.
2019-09-05 11:49:46 Read More

Disappointed by Rahul's struggle, it's like a jigsaw puzzle: Jaffer

KL Rahul's struggling run in the opening slot has left former India opener Wasim Jaffer baffled and he feels the Karnataka player seems caught in an unsolved jigsaw puzzle despite having the ability to do well.
2019-09-05 11:46:04 Read More

Intense competition has helped in Indian shooting's rise, feels Elavenil Valarivan

Her transition from junior to senior circuit might seem effortless given the continuing gold rush but fast-rising shooting ace Elavenil Valarivan says taking aim in the elite league is a very different ball game.
2019-09-05 11:17:45 Read More

4th unofficial ODI: India A suffer series' first loss despite Dhawan's 52

Opener Shikhar Dhawan was back amongst the runs with a brisk 52 off 43 balls but it wasn't enough to get India A over the line against South Africa A in a rain-hit unofficial fourth ODI, ending the visitors' losing streak on Thursday.
2019-09-05 11:09:10 Read More

Kohli posts shirtless picture, netizens ask if he just paid traffic challan

Virat Kohli on Thursday posted a shirtless picture of himself on Twitter. The netizens saw an opportunity to poke fun and asked the cricketer if he just paid a traffic violation challan. Twitterverse started commenting on his post, suggesting that he may have to pay a fat fine. The jokes were in context of a Delhiite who was fined Rs 23K for traffic violations.
2019-09-05 10:33:27 Read More

Was prepared to play WC, but maybe their idea of No.4 changed: Ambati Rayudu

Ambati Rayudu, who abruptly retired from international career after being dropped from the World Cup squad, said that "good people" around him convinced him to come back. Rayudu admitted that his World Cup snub was disappointing and the decision of his retirement a hasty one.
2019-09-05 10:05:58 Read More

Want to lead Bengal like Ganguly: Easwaran

​Easwaran, 23, doesn’t worry that his young age will be a factor when he leads Bengal in the upcoming domestic season, as he learnt the art of captaincy from former India skipper Ganguly and also spent time under Rahul Dravid during his India A stint.​
2019-09-05 09:45:20 Read More

Rape case filed against swimming coach in Goa

Goa Police on Thursday confirmed that a case of rape and criminal intimidation has been filed against swimming coach Surajit Ganguly, who has been accused of molesting a 15- year-old girl, training under him. A case under IPC sections 376 (rape), 354 (molestation) and 506 (criminal intimidation) as well as under the POCSO Act and Goa Children's Act was registered against Ganguly.
2019-09-05 09:44:59 Read More

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England vs Australia Live : 4th Ashes Test Day 2

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2019-09-05 09:09:28 Read More

Rafael Nadal 'in good shape' after scrappy US Open win

Rafael Nadal said he felt "in good shape" after advancing to the semi-finals of the US Open with a battling 6-4, 7-5, 6-2 win over Argentine 20th seed Diego Schwartzman. Second seed Nadal, a three-time champion in New York, will play Italy's Matteo Berrettini for a berth in the final.
2019-09-05 08:40:41 Read More

Sachin Tendulkar pays homage to coach Ramakant Achrekar on Teachers' Day

Former India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Thursday paid homage to his late coach Ramakant Achrekar on the occasion of Teachers' Day. The stalwart coach had passed away at the age of 87 in January this year.
2019-09-05 07:45:51 Read More

Ricky Ponting's advice to Stuart Broad 'bunny' David Warner

Stuart Broad has got David Warner's number at the Ashes but the embattled opening batsman can turn it around if he ramps up the aggression against the England paceman, former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has said. Compared to his stellar World Cup, Warner has had a nightmare of a series, averaging 11.28 with the bat and falling five times in seven innings to Broad.
2019-09-05 07:11:11 Read More

Swimming coach sacked for alleged molestation, Rijiju promises stern action

A Goa-based swimming coach has been sacked after a minor girl accused him of molesting her, a purported video of which went viral on social media, prompting Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju to also step in and promise stringent action.
2019-09-05 06:26:03 Read More

Rahul's inconsistency makes room for Rohit as Test opener, says Ganguly

"The opening still remains an area to work on. Mayank Agarwal looks good but will need a few more opportunities. His partner, KL Rahul, though, has deceived to flatter and that creates an opening at the top," Ganguly opined. Even before the start of two-Test series in the Caribbean, Ganguly had suggested Rohit be trusted with the job of an opener in red-ball cricket.
2019-09-05 06:17:48 Read More

US Open: Rafael Nadal into semis after big fight from Diego Schwartzman

Diego Schwartzman may have been the smallest player in 25 years to reach the U.S. Open quarter-finals but gave Rafael Nadal a big fight and forced the Spaniard to grind out a 6-4, 7-5, 6-2 win on Wednesday to reach the last four at Flushing Meadows.
2019-09-05 05:40:00 Read More

Another FIFA World Cup, another tall order for India

India will embark on a new FIFA World Cup journey with the first match of Group E in the round 2 AFC (Asian Football Confederation) qualification for the 2022 edition — against Oman in Guwahati today.
2019-09-05 05:36:13 Read More

Another FIFA World Cup, another tall order for India

India will embark on a new FIFA World Cup journey with the first match of Group E in the round 2 AFC (Asian Football Confederation) qualification for the 2022 edition — against Oman in Guwahati today.
2019-09-05 05:36:13 Read More

One-off Test: Rashid Khan becomes the youngest Test captain

Afghanistan's Rashid Khan became the youngest ever Test skipper when he led his team out for the one-off Test against Bangladesh in Chittagong on Thursday. The leg spinner, at 20 years and 350 days, overtook the record of Zimbabwe's Tatenda Taibu, who in 2004 made his debut as captain just eight days older than Rashid.
2019-09-05 05:22:36 Read More

Odisha-based Anupama Swain wins bronze in World Martial Arts Mastership

Woman athlete Anupama Swain who qualified for 2022 Asian Games by winning a bronze medal in the recently concluded World Martial Arts Mastership Jiu-Jitsu has said that the achievement was a proud moment for her as she was the only Indian to participate in the championship.
2019-09-05 04:59:07 Read More

ISSF World Cup winners Abhishek, Deepak accorded a rousing welcome

Indian shooting contingent who made the country proud in the recently concluded International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) Rio World Cup by winning 5 gold, 2 silver and 2 bronze medals were accorded a rousing welcomed on returning to Delhi on Thursday morning.
2019-09-05 04:43:29 Read More

Coming under BCCI, the turning point for women's cricket in India: Mithali Raj

Mithali Raj, known as the pioneer of women's cricket in India feels that coming under the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) was a turning point for the women's sport in the country.
2019-09-05 04:29:04 Read More

Looking forward to greater things from Vihari, says Laxman

"There is so much to admire about the brand of cricket India played, and no one exemplified it better than Hanuma Vihari with the bat and Jasprit Bumrah with the ball," former India batsman Laxman wrote in his column for The Times of India on Thursday. However, he was a little concerned about the career graph of KL Rahul, who has "often flattered to deceive".
2019-09-05 04:27:43 Read More

No delay in disbursing reward money to players, says Kiren Rijiju

In a bid to boost the morale of the players, the government has decided to give 'reward money' to athletes who make it big at the international events at the earliest.
2019-09-05 04:21:01 Read More

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Live: Only Test, Day 1

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2019-09-05 04:03:18 Read More

FIFA WC Qualifiers: India face tough Oman test

The real test for coach Igor Stimac and his new-look team starts as India take on Oman in the first match of the World Cup qualifiers in Guwahati on Thursday.
2019-09-05 03:48:21 Read More

All India Football Federation makes grassroots push

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has decided to buttress its grassroots structure with the introduction of Baby Leagues in the country. The Baby Leagues are being organised in seven age-groups: Under-6, Under-7, Under-8, Under-9, Under-10, Under-11 and Under-12.
2019-09-05 03:30:06 Read More

I'll bounce back, says Gael Monfils after sore US Open loss

Gael Monfils said he wouldn't dwell on his agonizing US Open quarter-final loss to Matteo Berrettini on Wednesday that prolonged France's 36-year wait for a men's Grand Slam singles champion.
2019-09-05 03:25:02 Read More

Gone in 10 minutes! 48,000 Nadal v Federer tickets

South African tennis fans bought 48,000 tickets in under 10 minutes Wednesday for a Cape Town exhibition match next February between world superstars Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer.
2019-09-05 03:20:05 Read More

Duleep Trophy Final: Unadkat stars for India Red

In terms of the script, nothing much changed from the previous match as rain continued to dog the Duleep Trophy tournament. Just 49 overs of play were possible on the opening day of the final between India Red and India Green at the M Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru.
2019-09-05 03:15:02 Read More

Bianca Andreescu becomes first teen in US Open semis since 2009

Canadian teen Bianca Andreescu became the first teen US Open semi-finalist in a decade on Wednesday, defeating Belgium's Elise Mertens to set up a battle with Belinda Bencic for a spot in the final.
2019-09-05 03:08:11 Read More

Belinda Bencic advances to first Grand Slam semi-final at US Open

Swiss 13th seed Belinda Bencic advanced to her first Grand Slam semi-final on Wednesday at the US Open by defeating Croatia's Donna Vekic 7-6 (7/5), 6-3.
2019-09-05 03:05:43 Read More

'I'm not sure he's learned anything': Laver calls for Kyrgios ban

Tennis great Rod Laver has called for Nick Kyrgios to be suspended from the ATP Tour over bad behaviour, saying his fellow Australian appears not to be learning from his mistakes.
2019-09-05 02:50:20 Read More

Matteo Berrettini sinks Gael Monfils in thriller to reach US Open semis

Big-serving Italian Matteo Berrettini took another step in his breakthrough season as he beat Frenchman Gael Monfils 3-6 6-3 6-2 3-6 7-6(5) at the U.S. Open on Wednesday to reach his first career Grand Slam semi-final.
2019-09-05 02:48:39 Read More

Salary hike for Indian coaches on the cards

In a good news for Indian coaches and those aspiring to become one, the government has decided to revise the remuneration structure in four coaching categories, putting a minimum monthly salary cap that a coach would be entitled to when entering into a contract with the Sports Authority of India (SAI) in future.
2019-09-05 02:35:24 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Thursday (September 5) that comprise action from US Open and 4th Ashes Test between England and Australia.
2019-09-04 18:45:00 Read More

4th Ashes Test: Smith in control as Australia end wet first day on 170/3

Steve Smith continued his outstanding Ashes form, striking an unbeaten 60 as Australia recovered from another failure by their openers to reach 170/3 at the close of the rain-affected first day of the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford on Wednesday.
2019-09-04 17:32:51 Read More

Rabada counting on South Africa's past experience to thrive in India

South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada on Wednesday said his team will look to use the past experience of playing in the sub-continent when they take on India in the upcoming assignments.
2019-09-04 17:24:49 Read More

'Viral' somersaulting kids become SAI trainees

The boy and girl in uniform, whose somersaults on their way to school, with bags on their backs, impressed none other than the great Nadia Comaneci, will now become full-time trainees at Sports Authority of India Eastern Centre.
2019-09-04 16:37:38 Read More

PKL: Naveen Kumar guides Delhi to 46-44 win over Jaipur

Naveen Kumar dished out a superlative performance as Dabang Delhi beat Jaipur Pink Panthers 46-44 in a Pro Kabaddi League match at the SreeKanteevara Stadium on Wednesday.
2019-09-04 16:29:47 Read More

David Warner's poor show continues, ICC mocks him

Australia opener David Warner's poor show with the bat continued in the fourth Ashes Test as well after he was dismissed for the fifth time in the ongoing Ashes series by fast bowler Stuart Broad.
2019-09-04 16:11:57 Read More

Inter Milan fans tell Romelu Lukaku monkey chants are 'not racist'

A group of hardcore Inter Milan supporters have written an open letter to Romelu Lukaku telling the Belgian striker that fans making monkey noises during a football match was not a sign of racism.
2019-09-04 15:54:48 Read More

Record 14 Indian shooters to compete in World Cup Finals

A record 14 Indian rifle and pistol shooters have earned the right to compete in the year-end World Cup Finals, scheduled to be held in Putian, China between November 17 and 23.
2019-09-04 15:33:19 Read More

I just have to be a good example for players: Sunil Chhetri

Looking to lead by example, star striker Sunil Chhetri on Wednesday said the Indian football team is "fit and hungry" going into its opening 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifying match, against Oman.
2019-09-04 14:26:56 Read More

'Stop crying': Harbhajan slams Gilchrist on 'DRS' in 2001 hat-trick

Harbhajan Singh on Wednesday took on former Australia wicket-keeper Adam Gilchrist, asking him to "stop crying" over his dismissal during the off-spinner's famous hat-trick at Eden Gardens in the historic Kolkata Test in 2001.
2019-09-04 13:28:34 Read More

Unadkat takes four as India Red grab momentum in Duleep Trophy final

Seasoned left-arm pacer Jaydev Unadkat returned a four-wicket haul to help India Red seize early initiative in the Duleep Trophy final as India Green were left reeling at 147 for 8 on the rain-hit opening day, on Wednesday.
2019-09-04 13:16:35 Read More

Prajnesh, Myneni-Jeevan win in Jinan Open; Balaji-Vardhan ousted

Top seed Prajnesh Gunneswaran progressed to the pre-quarterfinals of the Jinan Open with a straight-set win over Japanese qualifier Renta Tokuda on Wednesday.
2019-09-04 12:46:28 Read More

Sourabh enters second round of Chinese Taipei Open

Former champion Sourabh Verma made a positive start at the $500,000 Chinese Taipei Open, progressing to the second round with a straight-game win over Japan's Kazumasa Sakai in men's singles on Wednesday.
2019-09-04 12:40:46 Read More

India face strong Oman in opening FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

India will again look up to the talismanic Sunil Chhetri when they open their 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against Oman on Thursday in coach Igor Stimac's biggest test so far.
2019-09-04 12:34:15 Read More

Dhawan shines for India A before rain pushes match to reserve day

Shikhar Dhawan's fluency stood out before rain pushed the fourth unofficial ODI between India A and South Africa A to Thursday.
2019-09-04 12:22:59 Read More

City defender Laporte undergoes operation on injured knee

Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte has undergone knee surgery that is expected to keep the centre-back sidelined for at least a couple of months.
2019-09-04 12:05:07 Read More

Sindhu's Korean coach hails her 'perfect' performance

PV Sindhu's demolition of Japan's Nozomi Okuhara in the World Championship final was "perfect execution" of a strategy which included putting a halt to the Indian ace's tendency to be repetitive, says the country's foreign badminton coach Kim Ji Hyun.
2019-09-04 11:23:14 Read More

Rohit Sharma bats for conservation of rhinos

India vice-captain Rohit Sharma is launching Rohit4Rhinos campaign, in partnership with WWF India and Animal Planet, to help build awareness for the need to conserve the Greater One-Horned Rhinoceros or the Indian Rhino.
2019-09-04 10:43:23 Read More

'Welcome to Manchester': Australia met with giant Stokes billboard

Australia were taunted ahead of the fourth Ashes Test against England with a giant billboard of Ben Stokes saying 'Welcome to Manchester' outside the team hotel on Wednesday.
2019-09-04 10:37:30 Read More

England vs Australia Live, 4th Ashes Test, Day 1

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2019-09-04 09:49:45 Read More

Federer disappointed as US Open bid ends abruptly

Roger Federer struggled to hide his disappointment after his bid for a first US Open title since 2008 ended abruptly on Tuesday with a five-set loss to Grigor Dimitrov in the quarter-finals.
2019-09-04 09:43:42 Read More

Kohli asked me to hold the winners' trophy and hugged me, says Vihari

"The dressing room is calm when he is in the middle". That’s what Virat Kohli had to say when asked about Hanuma Vihari’s batting prowess, after Team India beat the West Indies 2-0 in the two-match series to stamp their authority on the World Test Championship in style.
2019-09-04 09:22:49 Read More

Will BCCI probe Bangar's alleged misbehaviour?

Reports have emerged that India's sacked batting coach, Sanjay Bangar, who has now been replaced by Vikram Rathour, confronted national selector Devang Gandhi in his hotel room during the just-concluded West Indies tour and the exchange wasn't exactly friendly.
2019-09-04 08:57:14 Read More

Rashid Khan excited to lead Afghanistan in Bangladesh Test

Afghanistan's spin prodigy Rashid Khan faces a tough challenge as he captains his side for the first time against Bangladesh in only his war-torn country's third Test starting Thursday.
2019-09-04 08:56:47 Read More

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Shooting at CWG: India urges British Sports Secretary to intervene

In an effort to get shooting back in the programme for 2022 Commonwealth Games, India's Sports Minister, Kiren Rijiju, has written a letter to England's Secretary of State for Sport, Nicky Morgan, after the Indian Olympic Association had threatened to boycott the Games to be held in Birmingham.
2019-09-04 07:54:11 Read More

Misbah is new Pakistan coach, Waqar bowling coach

Former captain Misbah-ul-Haq was named Pakistan's head coach on a three-year contract on Wednesday with pace great Waqar Younis joining him as the team's new bowling coach.
2019-09-04 07:28:44 Read More

Indian athletes get one last chance to qualify for World Championship

The Indian athletes will get one more chance to qualify for 2019 Doha World Championship at the Indian Grand Prix to be held at NIS, Patiala on September 5.
2019-09-04 07:28:13 Read More

WATCH: When Virat took 7-year-old fan's autograph

It's a common sight to see India captain Virat Kohli getting thronged by his fans; but a very rare moment was caught on a viral video where Kohli asked a seven-year-old fan to give his autograph during India's recent tour of the West Indies. Apparently, the young fan went up to the Indian captain and asked him if he wanted his autograph instead.
2019-09-04 07:11:33 Read More

Ashes: England aim to build on Stokes's heroics

Joe Root wants England to make the most of still being "very much alive" in the Ashes when the fourth Test against Australia starts at Old Trafford on Wednesday.
2019-09-04 05:45:35 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah and the overseas pace domination

Since Jasprit Bumrah’s debut in the Cape Town Test against South Africa in January last year, India have won 6 of 14 Tests played outside the subcontinent. All these wins have been fashioned, in particular, by Bumrah — who has 42 wickets and 5 five-wicket hauls in these wins — and in general by the pace attack.
2019-09-04 05:28:17 Read More

Team India blessed to have Bumrah, says Irfan

Bumrah took 13 wickets in two Test matches, including a hat-trick in the first innings of the second Test, to guide India to a comprehensive 2-0 series whitewash in the Caribbean, which propelled Virat Kohli & Co. to top of the World Test Championship table with 120 points.
2019-09-04 05:23:42 Read More

Bengaluru Bulls not feeling the absence of third raider: Pawan

At the halfway mark of Pro Kabaddi Season 7, Bengaluru Bulls find themselves in the fourth position on the table with 38 points in 13 matches, with two matches left in their home leg. One of the star players for Bulls this season has been Pawan Kumar Sehrawat, who scored 148 points as a raider and along with captain Rohit Kumar been the lynchpin for the side.
2019-09-04 05:16:00 Read More

Indian football's real test will begin now: Igor Stimac

Watching the probale Indian starting 11 in a practice gamne against the reserves, the India’s chief coach Igor Stimac excitedly walked down from the stands for a closer look. There was Sunil Chhetri scoring goals at ease, the midfielders striking a rhythm and wingers like Brandon Fernandes and Ashique Kuruniyan giving their markers a torrid time.
2019-09-04 05:08:27 Read More

US Open: Rafael Nadal's roar, Tiger Woods' cheer

Cheered on by golfing giant Tiger Woods, second seed Rafael Nadal powered into the last-eight of the US Open with a 6-3, 3-6, 6-1, 6-2 win over Croat Marin Cilic. An animated Woods was on his feet, clenching his fist when the Spaniard came back from a second set slump to make his 40th Grand Slam quarterfinals, where he’ll play the 20th-seed Diego Schwartzman.
2019-09-04 04:52:51 Read More

Indian para athletes left in the lurch?

These federations instead want the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) to take control of the entire organisation and conduct of tournaments for para athletes, freeing the NSFs to focus on ablebodied events.
2019-09-04 04:31:34 Read More

Qatar unveils 2022 FIFA World Cup logo round the globe

Qatar unveiled the logo for the 2022 World Cup which will be hosted by the Gulf emirate, displaying it in public spaces in Doha and cities around the world on Tuesday.
2019-09-04 04:29:57 Read More

Sports Ministry gives 90-day relief to Indian Golf Union

The sports ministry has taken a u-turn on its decision to de-recognise the Indian Golf Union (IGU), granting it another 90-day lifeline despite the golf body's failure to implement the National Sports Code.
2019-09-04 04:16:35 Read More

US Open: Let your racquet talk for you, says Alexander Zverev

Alexander Zverev has his hands full. The sixth-seed served 17 double faults in his three-hour US Open fourth-round loss to the powerful Argentine Diego Schwartzman. The 6 ft 6’ German, however, wasted little time in taking aim at fellow next generation pros – Russian Daniil Medvedev and Greek Stefanos Tsitsipas – for their conduct on the court.
2019-09-04 04:08:24 Read More

Federer makes shock US Open exit in quarters

The Federer fans among the crowd at the Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York were left stunned as the 20-time Grand Slam winner was upset by the Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov 6-3, 4-6, 6-3, 4-6, 2-6 in the quarterfinals of the US Open. "It's OK. It's how it goes. I tried my best. I fought with what I had and that's it," Federer said.
2019-09-04 04:02:52 Read More

Young Indian shooters make it a watershed year with 16 gold medals

The Indian rifle & pistol shooters had won 12 World Cup gold medals in 33 years till 2018. In just 8 months in this year, 2019, Indian shooters clinched 16 gold medals. The young shooting brigade of the country ended their 4-edition World Cup series with 22 medals — 16 gold, four silver and two bronze medals. They also won 9 quota places for the Tokyo Olympics.
2019-09-04 03:15:16 Read More

Serena's 100th US Open win takes her to semis

Serena Williams earned her 100th win at the US Open on Tuesday with a brutal 44-minute demolition of Wang Qiang, firing an ominous warning to rivals in her pursuit of a record-tying 24th Grand Slam title.
2019-09-04 03:08:35 Read More

Sanjay Bangar barged into selector's room and was involved in a verbal spat: Sources

On Wednesday morning, as India's tour of the West Indies concluded with a resounding win for Virat Kohli & Co, news trickled in that Sanjay Bangar, who was in the middle of his final assignment, had barged into the room of one of the national selectors — Devang Gandhi — around two weeks ago and had a heated exchange over his impending omission as batting coach of the national team.
2019-09-04 03:00:16 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Wednesday (September 4) that comprise action from US Open and 4th Ashes Test between England and Australia.
2019-09-03 18:45:00 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Wednesday (September 4) that comprise action from US Open and 4th Ashes Test between England and Australia.
2019-09-03 18:45:00 Read More

De Grandhomme, Tom Bruce hand NZ T20I series win over SL

Colin de Grandhomme (59) and Tom Bruce (53) scored fine fifties to give New Zealand four-wicket win against Sri Lanka in the second T20I of the three-match series in Pallekele.
2019-09-03 17:49:33 Read More

I want the 2021 World Cup to be my swansong, says Mithali Raj

The announcement was on the cards and it comes as no surprise to those who have been following women's cricket in the country.
2019-09-03 16:03:05 Read More

Stokes threat keeps Aussie skipper Paine awake at night

It is nine days since Ben Stokes hit a remarkable 135 not out to win the third Test of the Ashes series at Headingley, and as he prepares for the next instalment, Australia captain Tim Paine said thoughts of how to outwit the England batsman keep him awake at night.
2019-09-03 14:01:37 Read More

Eight countries vying to host 2023 women's FIFA World Cup

Eight countries are vying to host the 2023 women's World Cup which will include 32 teams for the first time, FIFA said Tuesday. The eight nations still in competition are Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Colombia, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand and South Africa.
2019-09-03 13:53:45 Read More

Indian audience passionate and full of life: Roger Federer

Tennis legend Roger Federer has been to India three times before in 2006, 2014 and 2015. Currently playing in the US Open where he reached his 13th quarter-final, Federer visited India for the first time in 2006 to the tsunami-struck Cuddalore in Tamil Nadu.
2019-09-03 12:56:47 Read More

Mithali Raj made the right decision: Shantha Rangaswamy

Former India captain Shantha Rangaswamy on Tuesday said that Mithali Raj took the right decision by retiring from T20 Internationals as it will help her focus more on the 2021 ODI World Cup.
2019-09-03 12:31:22 Read More

Indian shuttler Riya enters main draw of Chinese Taipei Open

Indian shuttler Riya Mookerjee advanced to the women's singles main draw of the Chinese Taipei Open after notching up a thrilling win over Cheung Ying Mei of Hong Kong in the qualification round on Tuesday.
2019-09-03 11:08:30 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah rises to third spot in ICC Test rankings

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah has moved to the number three spot with career-best 835 points in the ICC Test Bowler rankings. The latest rankings were released on Tuesday.
2019-09-03 10:57:19 Read More

Watch: Rohit enjoys with dancing fans in Jamaica after series win

Senior batsman Rohit Sharma added colour to India's 2-0 series win celebrations against the West Indies by pulling aside two of his supporters from the stands and enjoyed their dance moves on Monday evening.
2019-09-03 10:52:44 Read More

Sanchez blames Manchester United flop on lack of game time

Alexis Sanchez believes his failure to shine in a dismal 18 months at Manchester United prior to joining Inter Milan on loan was due to a lack of opportunities.
2019-09-03 10:37:54 Read More

Oman favourites but we are hoping for an upset: Igor Stimac

India football coach Igor Stimac on Tuesday said his team is capable of upsetting Oman in their World Cup qualifying opener but conceded that the visitors will start outright favourites in the September 5 clash.
2019-09-03 10:30:06 Read More

Portugal's Pepe ruled out of Euro 2020 qualifiers

Central defender Pepe has pulled out of Portugal's upcoming Euro 2020 qualifiers against Serbia and Lithuania and will be replaced by newcomer Ferro, the Portuguese Football Federation announced Monday.
2019-09-03 10:23:36 Read More

Portugal's Pepe ruled out of Euro 2020 qualifiers

Central defender Pepe has pulled out of Portugal's upcoming Euro 2020 qualifiers against Serbia and Lithuania and will be replaced by newcomer Ferro, the Portuguese Football Federation announced Monday.
2019-09-03 10:23:36 Read More

Dhawan eyes return to form as India A take on SA A in last two one-dayers

Out-of-form opener Shikhar Dhawan will be aiming to get his mojo back when he turns out for India A in the last two games of the five-match unofficial ODI series against South Africa A beginning on Wednesday.
2019-09-03 10:21:55 Read More

Focus on Dhawan in dead rubber between India A and SA A

Out-of-form opener Shikhar Dhawan will be aiming to get his mojo back when he turns out for India A in the last two games of the five-match unofficial ODI series against South Africa A beginning on Wednesday.
2019-09-03 10:21:55 Read More

ICC Test Rankings: Virat Kohli loses No.1 spot to Steve Smith

Australia's batting mainstay Steve Smith has been ranked number one in the latest ICC Test Rankings for batsmen with India captain Virat Kohli dethroned from the numero uno spot. Meanwhile, India vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane has returned to the top 10, rising four places to No.7 and Hanuma Vihari has shot up 40 places to No.30 after just six Tests.
2019-09-03 10:18:32 Read More

Shastri's advice to flex my knees while batting helped me: Vihari

Hanuma Vihari has credited his success in the second Test against the West Indies here to Ravi Shastri, saying the India head coach's advice not to stay upright but flex the knee while batting helped him notch up his maiden century.
2019-09-03 09:37:10 Read More

My journey is very different from Virat Kohli's, says Unmukt Chand

2012 Under-19 World Cup-winning captain Unmukt Chand will captain the Uttarakhand team in the Ranji Trophy this season. The stylish right-handed batsman has procured the required No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Delhi Association.
2019-09-03 09:36:14 Read More

Mithali Raj announces retirement from T20 Internationals

Former India women's team skipper Mithali Raj on Tuesday announced retirement from T20 Internationals in order to focus on the 2021 ODI World Cup to be held in New Zealand. The 36-year-old senior opener has captained the country in 32 T20Is, including the three women's T20 World Cups in 2012 (Sri Lanka), 2014 (Bangladesh) and 2016 (India).
2019-09-03 08:57:40 Read More

No plans to have India-Pakistan Olympic qualifier in Europe: FIH

The International Hockey Federation (FIH) has no plans to conduct the Olympic qualifying matches between India and Pakistan in Europe if the arch-rivals draw each other in the battle for a 2020 Tokyo Games berth.
2019-09-03 07:42:10 Read More

Justin Langer invokes Muhammad Ali to inspire Ashes rebound

Australia coach Justin Langer has sought to inspire his team with the tale of boxer Muhammad Ali and his stolen bike to put the Headingley setback behind them and seize back the "stolen" Ashes at Old Trafford.
2019-09-03 07:32:14 Read More

I'm all for it, it makes total sense: Kohli on concussion substitutes

India skipper Virat Kohli has endorsed the new ICC rule on concussion substitutes, saying it makes total sense to replace a player in such situations during a Test match as signs of trauma from a body blow can show up late.
2019-09-03 06:41:50 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah elated over India's 'great win' over West Indies

Pacer Jasprit Bumrah, who is beaming with joy after India's 257-run victory over West Indies, on Tuesday called it a "great win" and praised the team's "outstanding" effort for the feat.
2019-09-03 06:26:15 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah's progress in Test cricket absolutely terrific: Sachin Tendulkar

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah's impeccable performance has gained praise from former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar as the latter said that the 25-year-old's progress has been 'absolutely terrific'.
2019-09-03 06:10:51 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah the most complete bowler around, says Virat Kohli

"He (Bumrah) confuses you with angles, with swing, he'll set up for the outswinger, then bowl the inswinger, and it's coming at pace, and then he can hit you with bouncers as well. So, I think he is the most complete bowler in world cricket right now," Virat Kohli said after the pacer's stellar performance in their 2-0 series sweep against West Indies.
2019-09-03 05:22:58 Read More

Virat Kohli becomes India's most successful Test captain

With a dominant 2-0 series sweep against the West Indies on Monday, skipper Virat Kohli has now become the most successful Indian captain in Test cricket. Kohli. Having captained the side in 28 wins, Kohli surpassed his former skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni (27) for the numero uno position.
2019-09-03 05:10:30 Read More

Rafael Nadal has 'idol' Tiger Woods roaring at US Open

Rafael Nadal called Tiger Woods an "amazing inspiration" as the Spaniard had the golf superstar roaring with approval during a majestic US Open performance on Monday. "It means a lot to me to have him supporting. As I said, he's an amazing inspiration, all the things that he accomplish in the sport, the way that he managed to keep fighting that hard," Nadal said.
2019-09-03 05:01:09 Read More

Neymar and PSG left to pick up pieces as transfer saga ends

Neymar's decision to join Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 was motivated by a desire to establish himself as the best player in the world, but a troubled time in the French capital has left the Brazilian at risk of wasting the best years of his career.
2019-09-03 04:38:30 Read More

US Open 2019: Federer, Serena aim for wins in last eight

Roger Federer's potential path to the US Open final no longer includes nemesis Novak Djokovic, or anyone else who ever has beaten him on a hard court, for that matter.
2019-09-03 03:56:44 Read More

Usman Khawaja dropped as Steve Smith returns for fourth Ashes Test

Australia on Tuesday dropped struggling batsman Usman Khawaja for the fourth Ashes Test against England at Old Trafford, making way for Steve Smith's return.
2019-09-03 03:34:08 Read More

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West Indies' batting limitations exposed by classy India

West Indies' batting limitations were ruthlessly exposed by a relentless and classy India bowling attack in the two-Test series swept by the visitors in Jamaica on Monday. India won the second Test by 257 runs, a week after a 318-run victory in the first Test in Antigua.
2019-09-03 03:23:11 Read More

US Open: Schwartzman upsets misfiring Zverev to reach quarters

Argentina's Diego Schwartzman dispatched a misfiring Alexander Zverev 3-6, 6-2, 6-4, 6-3 to reach the US Open quarter-finals on Monday after heaping more Grand Slam misery on the sixth-seeded German.
2019-09-03 03:11:29 Read More

US Open: Italy's Matteo Berrettini through to quarter-finals

Matteo Berrettini became just the second Italian man to progress to the US Open quarter-finals on Monday, 42 years after Corrado Barazzutti's run to the last four in New York.
2019-09-03 03:00:01 Read More

Just a few 'imperfections' from a perfect Caribbean tour

With the mammoth 257-run win on the fourth day of the second Test in Kingston, Jamaica, India ended their tour of the Caribbean without losing a single match. They first blanked the hosts 3-0 in the T20Is, going on to win the three-match ODI series 2-0 and finally swept the Test series 2-0.
2019-09-03 02:59:28 Read More

Relentless Rafael Nadal knocks Marin Cilic out of US Open

Rafael Nadal faced his stiffest challenge yet at the US Open but raised his game to beat Marin Cilic 6-3, 3-6, 6-1, 6-2 on and continue his quest for a fourth Flushing Meadows title. Nadal is on a collision course with third seed Roger Federer and could meet his old rival in Sunday's final if both players advance.
2019-09-03 02:49:00 Read More

Shooting World Cup: India finish with five gold medals in Rio

India finished the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Rifle/Pistol in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with five gold medals as the team of Manu Baker - Saurabh Chaudhary defeated Yashaswini Deswai - Abhishek Verma in the summit clash of 10m Air Pistol mixed team event.
2019-09-02 20:29:26 Read More

2nd Test: India thrash West Indies by 257 runs to win series 2-0

India completed an emphatic 2-0 series sweep against West Indies after registering a 257-run win in the second Test in Jamaica on Monday. Hanuma Vihari was adjudged Man of the Match for his maiden Test ton. With the whitewash, India also climbed to the top spot in the ICC World Test Championship points table. The win also made Virat Kohli (28 wins) the most successful Test captain for India.
2019-09-02 19:04:48 Read More

Defending champion Osaka falls to Bencic at US Open

Holder Naomi Osaka of Japan was upset 7-5, 6-4 by Belinda Bencic in the fourth round at the US Open on Monday as the Swiss reached the quarter-finals for the second time.
2019-09-02 18:12:43 Read More

2nd Test Live: India look to series sweep against West Indies

Check live cricket score, scorecard and ball by ball commentary of Day 4 of the second Test match between India and West Indies on Times of India.
2019-09-02 14:46:54 Read More

Langer keeps Australia waiting over fourth Ashes Test team

Australia coach Justin Langer is keeping his players waiting to learn the team for the fourth Ashes Test against England. Langer's side face England at Old Trafford this week with the Ashes tied at 1-1 in the five-match series.
2019-09-02 14:45:47 Read More

Pogba misses training for France Euro 2020 qualifiers

Manchester United's Paul Pogba will miss Monday's French team training session for their upcoming Euro-2020 qualifiers, coach Didier Deschamps said Monday.
2019-09-02 14:36:22 Read More

No action against Shami till we see chargesheet: BCCI

The Alipore Court in Kolkata has issued an arrest warrant against India cricketer Mohammed Shami in a domestic violence case registered against him in 2018 by his wife Hasin Jahan. However, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has made it clear that no action will be taken against the bowler till they see the chargesheet.
2019-09-02 13:54:40 Read More

Live Blog: India vs West Indies, 2nd Test Day 4

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Pandey, Dube lead India A to 4-wicket win over South Africa A

Captain Manish Pandey and Shivam Dube produced power-packed knocks to pave the way for India A's four-wicket win over South Africa A in the third unofficial ODI on Monday, giving the hosts an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series.
2019-09-02 13:06:35 Read More

Van Dijk, Ronaldo and Messi shortlisted for FIFA's best player award

Liverpool centre-back Virgil van Dijk is on the shortlist to add FIFA's best player award to his UEFA Men's Player of the Year honour.
2019-09-02 12:44:40 Read More

Kohli supported me during financial crisis: Sumit Nagal

For those who came in late, Sumit Nagal had a dream Grand Slam debut on August 27 as he played against Roger Federer in the first round of the ongoing US Open. In an interview with TOI Nagal revealed how Virat Kohli's foundation has been supporting him since 2017 amidst a personal financial crisis. "But I survived, and things are getting better," he said.
2019-09-02 12:30:12 Read More

Denly set to open in fourth Ashes Test, Roy drops down order

Joe Denly will open the batting for England in the fourth Ashes Test with the struggling Jason Roy to drop down the order, the batsman told the BBC on Monday.
2019-09-02 11:55:51 Read More

Australia coach Langer felt 'physically sick' after Headingley defeat

Australia's head coach Justin Langer on Monday said he felt "physically sick" in the aftermath of the heartbreaking defeat to arch-rivals England in the third Ashes Test at Headingley.
2019-09-02 11:16:38 Read More

2022 World Cup qualifying round matches will be 'real test' for India: Udanta

Winger Udanta Singh says the upcoming World Cup qualifying matches will be a "real test" for the Indian football team but the recent good performances, especially in the Asian Cup, will give the players confidence to take on the best in the continent.
2019-09-02 10:56:13 Read More

Shikhar Dhawan, Yuvraj Singh wish Ishant Sharma on turning 31

Left-handed batsman Shikhar Dhawan and former all-rounder Yuvraj Singh on Monday wished pacer Ishant Sharma on his 31st birthday.
2019-09-02 09:47:50 Read More

Under-19 Asia Cup: India aiming to win record extending seventh title

India have been part of all seven Under-19 Asia Cup tournaments since its inception in 1989. In eight editions so far, India are the most successful team, with six titles. One of those six titles was when India shared the trophy with Pakistan in 2012 in Malaysia.
2019-09-02 09:45:04 Read More

Get a life: Gavaskar to those faulting Bumrah's action

Legendary batsman Sunil Gavaskar has lashed out at people who criticised Jasprit Bumrah's action after he became the third Indian bowler to pick up a hat-trick in Test cricket.
2019-09-02 07:26:40 Read More

Rishabh Pant beats MS Dhoni to script new Test milestone

Wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant has gone past former skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni to become the fastest Indian stumper to claim 50 wicket-keeping dismissals in Test cricket.
2019-09-02 07:05:48 Read More

Award-winning mentor Narang back at firing point

Life has come full circle for Gagan Narang, who has won accolades both as a shooting athlete as well as a mentor who is giving it back to the sport. The Rashtriya Khel Protsahan award given to the Gagan Narang Sports Promotion Foundation completes that circle. But the athlete inside Narang isn't done yet, as the bronze medallist from the 2012 Olympics gears up for selection trials in Delhi this week.
2019-09-02 06:52:50 Read More

Saina Nehwal, Sourabh Verma eyeing to regain title at Chinese Taipei

Former champions Saina Nehwal and Sourabh Verma will look to find their best form when they begin their quest to regain the women's and men's singles crowns at the Chinese Taipei BWF World Tour Super 300 beginning with qualifiers on Tuesday.
2019-09-02 06:49:03 Read More

Experience of bowling with duke balls in England helped me in West Indies: Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah, who has taken 12 wickets in the ongoing Test series against the West Indies, credited the experience he gained in England bowling with the duke balls for his recent success in the Caribbean islands.
2019-09-02 06:15:30 Read More

Harry Maguire wants Manchester United to rediscover swagger

Manchester United's record signing Harry Maguire wants his team mates to control games and rediscover their swagger after they dropped points in the Premier League for the third game in succession at Southampton.
2019-09-02 05:33:04 Read More

US Open: A game Taylor-made for Townsend

Taylor Townsend was asked if she was ever going to stop coming to the net. "Never," the US Open's net-rushing phenomenon replied. She was beaming.
2019-09-02 05:00:36 Read More

Novak Djokovic says 'life goes on' as injury wrecks US Open defence

Top-ranked defending champion Novak Djokovic said "life goes on" after a shoulder injury forced him to quit Sunday's clash with Stan Wawrinka in the last 16 of the US Open.
2019-09-02 04:58:11 Read More

US Open: Osaka lifts spirits with her performance, gesture

Naomi Osaka reached out to her distraught opponent Coco Gauff after the 65-minute blitz that sent the 15-year-old packing from the US Open. Osaka persuaded Gauff to stay on and join her for the on-court interview. The victor and the vanquished, both teary-eyed, each applauding the other. A stirring tableau.
2019-09-02 04:53:05 Read More

US Open: Mike Bryan fined $10,000 for gun gesture

American doubles player Mike Bryan was fined $10,000 by the US Open on Sunday for using his racquet to make a shooting gesture at a line judge. Bryan, playing alongside twin brother Bob, held his racquet upside down and pointed it towards the official after successfully challenging an incorrect call.
2019-09-02 04:41:48 Read More

US Open: Naomi Osaka, Rafael Nadal seek quarter-final spots

Defending champion Naomi Osaka will seek a spot in the US Open quarter-finals when she returns to the court on Monday while second seed Rafa Nadal faces former winner Marin Cilic in last 16 action.
2019-09-02 04:16:26 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah once-in-a-generation bowler: Yuvraj Singh

Yuvraj Singh, one of India's greatest limited-overs players, feels Jasprit Bumrah is a special talent the likes of which emerge once in many, many years.
2019-09-02 04:01:38 Read More

Irfan Pathan recalls his Test hat-trick against Pakistan

I am really glad that Jasprit Bumrah has joined us in the hat-trick club. There is nothing better than someone like Bumrah achieving this feat. He is a very special bowler and deserves to enjoy the spotlight.
2019-09-02 03:35:37 Read More

US Open: Coco Gauff takes doubles win after tearful singles exit

Coco Gauff was back at the US Open with a smile on her face Sunday, hours after her tearful singles exit at the hands of defending champion Naomi Osaka.
2019-09-02 03:29:01 Read More

Injured Novak Djokovic retires hurt to bow out of US Open

Novak Djokovic's US Open title defense came to a halt on Sunday when the Serb retired from his fourth-round match against Stan Wawrinka due to a shoulder injury. Wawrinka was leading 6-4 7-5 2-1 when Djokovic decided he could not continue and walked off the Arthur Ashe Stadium court to a chorus of boos. "I don't want to talk about my injuries," Djokovic said.
2019-09-02 03:19:55 Read More

Racist abuse mars Romelu Lukaku's winning penalty for Inter Milan

Inter Milan's Belgium international Romelu Lukaku was subjected to racist abuse as he scored a second-half penalty to earn his new side a 2-1 victory at Cagliari in Serie A on Sunday.
2019-09-02 02:36:33 Read More

Gareth Bale scores twice and sent off as Real Madrid held by Villarreal

Gareth Bale scored twice to save Real Madrid from a damaging defeat away at Villarreal on Sunday before capping a dramatic 2-2 draw by being sent off in injury-time.
2019-09-02 02:29:00 Read More

2nd Test: Vihari, Rahane take India closer to series sweep

India inched closer to a 2-0 series sweep as West Indies found themselves struggling at 45/2 at stumps on Day 3 of the Jamaica Test. Chasing a massive 468 for an improbable win, the hosts lost openers cheaply in the 13 overs of play in their second innings. With two more days remaining, India need eight wickets to win the match and the series.
2019-09-01 22:27:07 Read More

Inter Milan's Lukaku targeted by racist chants at Cagliari

Inter MIlan striker Romelu Lukaku was targeted by racist chanting on Sunday before slamming home the winning penalty in his side's 2-1 Serie A triumph at Cagliari on Sunday.
2019-09-01 21:44:20 Read More

Bale scores twice then sent off in Real Madrid draw at Villarreal

Gareth Bale twice came to Real Madrid's rescue to salvage a 2-2 draw at Villarreal in La Liga on Sunday but the Wales forward ended the night in despair as he was sent off in added time for receiving two yellow cards.
2019-09-01 21:17:33 Read More

US Open: Serena Williams advances in New York despite ankle injury

Serena Williams needed a medical time out in the second set of her 6-3, 6-4 win over Petra Martic on Sunday to get treatment on her right ankle but recovered to advance to the US Open quarter-finals.
2019-09-01 20:38:35 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah, the new Sultan of swing

Jasprit Bumrah's hat-trick against West Indies epitomises his consistent brilliance and showcases his ability to make the ball move both ways, a rarity among pacers nowadays.
2019-09-01 19:41:42 Read More

1st T20I: Taylor fires New Zealand to win over Sri Lanka

Ross Taylor hit a quickfire 48 to set up New Zealand's five-wicket win over Sri Lanka in the first Twenty20 international against Sri Lanka in Kandy on Sunday.
2019-09-01 19:05:07 Read More

Big sports events today

Here are the big sports events lined up for Monday (September 2) that comprise the Day 4 of the second Test match between India and West Indies.
2019-09-01 18:45:00 Read More

US Open: Roger Federer crushes David Goffin to reach last eight

Roger Federer destroyed David Goffin 6-2, 6-2, 6-0 on Sunday to reach the US Open quarter-finals and keep his bid for a record-extending 21st Grand Slam title alive.
2019-09-01 18:28:10 Read More

2nd Test Live: Kohli falls for a first-ball duck

Check live cricket score, scorecard and ball by ball commentary of Day 3 of the second Test match between India and West Indies on Times of India.
2019-09-01 17:49:49 Read More

EPL: Arsenal fight back against Spurs to draw London derby

Arsenal striking duo Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette scored as their side roared back from two goals down to draw 2-2 at home to rivals Tottenham Hotspur in a thrilling north London derby in the Premier League on Sunday.
2019-09-01 17:45:06 Read More

Sri Lanka's Lasith Malinga sets T20I record with 99 wickets

Sri Lanka paceman Lasith Malinga Sunday became the highest wicket-taker in Twenty20 internationals with his 99th scalp in the first match against New Zealand, surpassing Pakistan's Shahid Afridi.
2019-09-01 17:44:29 Read More

Ishan Kishan wants to improve as a finisher

There is a lot in common between Ishan Kishan and Rishabh Pant. Both are aggressive left-hand wicket-keeper batsmen and were touted as heirs apparent to MS Dhoni right from their U-19 days.
2019-09-01 16:50:33 Read More

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Richarlison double fires Everton past Wolves

Brazil forward Richarlison scored the winner with 10 minutes left at Goodison Park to hand the Toffees their second win of the Premier League season.
2019-09-01 16:40:58 Read More

UP Yoddha beat Bengal Warriors 32-29 in PKL

UP Yoddha produced a defensive master class to outfox Bengal Warriors 32-29 in a Pro Kabaddi League match at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium on Sunday.
2019-09-01 16:25:52 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah is a bowler for impossible situations: Balaji

The Indian pace bowling fraternity is going gaga over the success of Jasprit Bumrah and Chennai Super Kings bowling coach Lakshmipathy Balaji is no exception.
2019-09-01 16:19:39 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah making the spectacular everyday affair

So Jasprit Bumrah on Saturday night, when most Indians were fast asleep, became the third Indian bowler and the second Indian pacer to get a Test hat-trick by dismantling the West Indies top-order in Kingston in the second Test.
2019-09-01 16:15:00 Read More

Ferrari's Leclerc wins Belgian GP for first race victory

Charles Leclerc just held off Lewis Hamilton to win the Belgian Grand Prix from pole position on Sunday, securing the first victory of his Formula One career and ending Ferrari's long wait for a win.
2019-09-01 16:10:40 Read More

India Junior International GP: Meiraba goes down fighting in final

India's hopes of securing twin titles at home were dashed with both Meiraba Luwang and mixed doubles pair of Tanisha Crasto and Ishaan Bhatnagar losing their respective finals at the Yonex Sunrise India Junior International Grand Prix on Sunday.
2019-09-01 15:40:48 Read More

Jinson betters 1500m national record, qualifies for Worlds

Asian Games gold medallist Jinson Johnson bettered his own 1500m national record while clinching a silver in the ISTAF Berlin event on Sunday.
2019-09-01 15:32:53 Read More

Saurabh-Abhishek, Apurvi-Elavenil are 1-2 in rankings

In a first, Indian duo Saurabh Chaudhary and Abhishek Verma have been placed 1-2 in the latest rankings released by the International Shooting Sport Federation. The duo of Apurvi Chandela and Elavenil Valarivan have been placed 1-2 in women's 10m air rifle event respectively. Overall, 10 Indian shooters have made it to the top-10 in their respective events.
2019-09-01 15:10:37 Read More

Like Bumrah, even my hat-trick decision was sent up for 'review': Harbhajan Singh

I didn't watch Bumrah's hat-trick late Saturday night and when a journalist friend called me in the morning for my reaction, there was a sense of "missing out".
2019-09-01 15:09:24 Read More

Meditation helps Yashaswini win 10m air pistol gold, Tokyo berth

The Haryana shooter clinched her maiden gold by topping the women’s 10m air pistol event at the ISSF World Cup in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday. In the process, Yashaswini, 22, also clinched a Tokyo 2020 berth for the country.
2019-09-01 14:15:50 Read More

Jehan Daruvala moves up to 2nd in FIA F3 Championship

Young Indian racer Jehan Daruvala could not make the most of his pole position as he settled for a third-place finish in round six of the FIA Formula 3 championship but the podium performance pushed him to number two in the drivers' title race.
2019-09-01 13:50:28 Read More

Live Blog, 2nd Test Day 3: India vs West Indies

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Duleep Trophy: Avesh Khan hits maiden fifty, denies India Green lead

Avesh Khan hogged the limelight with his maiden first class half-century in an incredible rearguard action as India Red and India Green set up the Duleep Trophy title clash against each other after playing out a draw, on Sunday.
2019-09-01 11:41:49 Read More

I owe my hat-trick to you: Jasprit Bumrah tells captain Virat Kohli

"I was not very sure of the appeal. I thought it hit the bat. But it was a good review in the end. I think I owe the hat-trick to the captain," said star Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah in an interview. Bumrah on Saturday became the third Indian bowler to get a hat-trick in Test cricket as India reduced West Indies to 87/7 on Day 2 of the second Test in Kingston.
2019-09-01 08:55:31 Read More

Cricket fraternity applauds Jasprit Bumrah's maiden Test hat-trick

Cricket fraternity on Sunday applauded India pacer Jasprit Bumrah's on his career maiden Test hat-trick against West Indies in the second Test. The 25-year-old became the third Indian to achieve the feat in the longest format of the game. Previously Harbhajan Singh and Irfan Pathan had taken hat-tricks in Test matches for India.
2019-09-01 07:54:57 Read More

Shubhankar Sharma slips but stays in contention for PGA Tour card

India's Shubhankar Sharma ground it out for an even par 72 that kept him in contention for a PGA Tour card despite dropping from tied third to tied 10th in the second round of the Korn Ferry Tour Championship.
2019-09-01 07:33:06 Read More

Nick Webb top candidate for Team India's strength and conditioning coach

Nick Webb, who has worked with New Zealand women's cricket team and Auckland-based rugby league outfit Warriors, has topped the three-man shortlist for the Indian cricket team's strength and conditioning coach's job.
2019-09-01 07:24:13 Read More

Hanuma Vihari dedicates maiden century to late father

India's Hanuma Vihari dedicated his maiden Test ton to his late father, keeping a promise he made to himself right after he lost one of his favourites 13 years ago. Apart from remembering his father, Vihari thanked bowler Ishant Sharma for batting, at times, better than the recognised batsman at the other end during their partnership in the second Test against West Indies.
2019-09-01 06:52:29 Read More

This hat-trick belongs to Virat Kohli as much as to Jasprit Bumrah: Harbhajan

Harbhajan Singh believes Jasprit Bumrah will forever remain indebted to Virat Kohli's "gut feeling", which got him the hat-trick. "This hat-trick belongs to Virat as much as it belongs to Bumrah. The bowler wasn't convinced but the skipper had a gut feeling. What if Virat wouldn't have gone for that DRS? It was a brilliant call by the skipper," Singh said.
2019-09-01 06:24:38 Read More

This hat-trick belongs to Kohli as much as to Bumrah: Harbhajan

Harbhajan Singh believes Jasprit Bumrah will forever remain indebted to Virat Kohli's "gut feeling", which got him the hat-trick. "This hat-trick belongs to Virat as much as it belongs to Bumrah. The bowler wasn't convinced but the skipper had a gut feeling. What if Virat wouldn't have gone for that DRS? It was a brilliant call by the skipper," Singh said.
2019-09-01 06:24:38 Read More

WATCH: Osaka, crowd help tearful Gauff cope with lopsided US Open loss

Top-ranked defending champion Naomi Osaka captured the last eight games in a dominating 6-3, 6-0 third-round victory that had 15-year-old Coco Gauff wiping away tears, but it was what happened next that was memorable.
2019-09-01 05:45:23 Read More

US Open: Kyrgios sent packing as Rublev reaches last 16

Nick Kyrgios' eventful US Open ended in the third round as Russian Andrey Rublev turned aside the fiery Australian 7-6(5), 7-6(5), 6-3 in a battle of big servers on Saturday.
2019-09-01 05:21:54 Read More

Kalidou Koulibaly own goal hands Juventus late win in Napoli thriller

Kalidou Koulibaly handed Juventus a dramatic win on Saturday after scoring a last-gasp own goal that consigned Napoli to a 4-3 defeat after his side had battled back from three goals down to level the scores.
2019-09-01 04:58:54 Read More

Union Berlin upset Borussia Dortmund for first-ever Bundesliga win

Union Berlin pulled off perhaps the biggest victory in their turbulent history, defeating Borussia Dortmund 3-1 at the Stadion An der Alten Foersterei on Saturday.
2019-09-01 04:53:36 Read More

US Open: Alexander Zverev makes last 16 for first time

Alexander Zverev progressed to the last 16 at the US Open for the first time Saturday with a hard-fought 6-7 (4/7), 7-6 (7/4), 6-3, 7-6 (7/3) win over Slovenia's Aljaz Bedene.
2019-09-01 04:47:45 Read More

Hat-trick man Bumrah earns high praise from West Indies

West Indies captain Jason Holder tipped his cap to Jasprit Bumrah after the India pace bowler bagged a hat-trick on day two of the second test in Kingston on Saturday. Bumrah picked up 6-16 as West Indies collapsed to 87 for seven at stumps in their first innings, still 329 runs in arrears of India's first innings score.
2019-09-01 04:17:55 Read More

US Open: Andreescu topples Wozniacki to reach fourth round

Canadian Bianca Andreescu brushed aside Caroline Wozniacki on Saturday to reach the last 16 in her U.S. Open main draw debut and now faces her toughest test yet in the form of net-rushing qualifier Taylor Townsend.
2019-09-01 03:54:54 Read More

Govt final authority on CWG boycott call: Rijiju

Sports minister Kiren Rijiju has made it “absolutely clear” that the call to boycott the 2022 Commonwealth Games (CWG) in Birmingham over shooting’s exclusion will be taken by the government, keeping in mind the fact that the interest and medal prospect of athletes preparing for the multi-sport event does not suffer.
2019-09-01 03:54:14 Read More

I know how to make comebacks: Murali Vijay

Even as the Indian team is busy playing the second and final Test against West Indies in Jamaica, Murali Vijay is far away from the action. After difficult away tours of England and Australia last year, Vijay finds himself out of reckoning. "I have given four comebacks. So I am not under any pressure. I know how to make comebacks," he said.
2019-09-01 03:23:03 Read More

US Open: Federer, Serena seek quarter-final berths

Roger Federer will try to avoid a second consecutive fourth-round exit from the US Open when he returns to action on Sunday while Serena Williams resumes her quest for a record-tying 24th Grand Slam title. Federer will kick off the day session against Belgian 15th seed David Goffin. Williams will face Croatian 22nd seed Petra Martic for the first time.
2019-09-01 03:11:36 Read More

US Open: Rafael Nadal breezes into last 16

Rafael Nadal cruised into the US Open fourth round with a business-like 6-3 6-4 6-2 win over Chung Hyeon on Saturday.
2019-09-01 02:46:26 Read More

US Open: Naomi Osaka defeats Coco Gauff to enter last 16

Top-ranked defending champion Naomi Osaka defeated US 15-year-old sensation Coco Gauff 6-3, 6-0 on Saturday in a showdown at Arthur Ashe Stadium to reach the US Open's fourth round.
2019-09-01 02:38:46 Read More

2nd Test: Bumrah's hat-trick, Vihari's ton put India in control

Pacer Jasprit Bumrah wreaked havoc with a six-wicket haul as West Indies ended Day 2 at 87/7 in Jamaica. Bumrah also claimed his maiden hat-trick as he became the only third Indian to do so in Test cricket after Harbhajan Singh and Irfan Pathan. Earlier, Hanuma Vihari's (111) maiden ton helped India post 416 in the first innings.
2019-08-31 22:32:40 Read More

Jasprit Bumrah becomes third Indian to claim hat-trick in Tests

Ace India pacer Jasprit Bumrah wrote his name in the record book on Saturday, when he claimed his maiden hat-trick in Test cricket against West Indies at Sabina Park in Jamaica. Bumrah became only the third Indian bowler to achieve the feat in the longest-format of the game, after Harbhajan Singh and Irfan Pathan.
2019-08-31 20:40:55 Read More

Yashaswini wins 10m Air Pistol gold, secures Olympic quota

Young shooter Yashaswini Singh Deswal on Saturday won gold in the women's 10m Air Pistol event at the ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and secured an Olympic quota. This is India's ninth quota in shooting for the 2020 Tokyo Games.
2019-08-31 19:15:57 Read More

India's action-packed 2019-20 home cricket season

After four months of non-stop cricket that included marquee events like the Indian Premier League (IPL) and the ICC Cricket World Cup, Team India will soon wind up their Caribbean tour.
2019-07-17 11:07:08 Read More

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