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India plan to rest Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya for New Zealand ODIs: Reports
India plan to rest Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya for New Zealand ODIs: Reports
Cristiano Ronaldo, Dembele, Yamal: All the winners at Globe Soccer awards
Cristiano Ronaldo, Dembele, Yamal: All the winners at Globe Soccer awards
Leeds 'brimming with confidence' in full-team goal Hart
Match of the Day pundits Joe Hart and Danny Murphy praise Leeds United's build-up play, which resulted in Dominic Calvert-Lewin's equaliser against Su... Leeds 'brimming with confidence' in full-team goal Hart
Richarlison excels in otherwise 'not great' game for Spurs Hart
Match of the Day pundit Joe Hart says Richarlison stood out for Tottenham Hotspur in a match where they were 'absolutely battered' by Crystal Palace d... Richarlison excels in otherwise 'not great' game for Spurs Hart
Atkinson ruled out of final Ashes Test with hamstring injury
The fast bowler picked up the problem early in Australia's second innings at the MCG, meaning there will be at least one change for Sydney
How Raya was able to execute 'absolutely brilliant' save against Brighton
Match of the day Pundit Joe Hart breaks down how David Raya was able to execute an 'absolutely brilliant' save for Arsenal in their 2-1 victory over B... How Raya was able to execute 'absolutely brilliant' save against Brighton
'Jassi bhai itna deep chale gaye': Axar reveals Bumrah's perfume obsession
Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has a surprising passion for perfumes. Teammate Axar Patel shared that Bumrah is deeply involved in understanding perfume composition. Bumrah even gifted a perfume to Siraj after a match. Patel also received a perfume gift from Bumrah. These anecdotes reveal a lighter side to the formidable bowler off the field.
Decoding Ousmane Dembele's year of redemption in 2025
Ousmane Dembele finally delivered his best campaign in European football, winning the prestigious Ballon d'Or award in 2025.
Boxing Day pitch fiasco: MCG curator in 'state of shock' at two-day Test finish
Batters from both sides struggled with significant sideways movement generated by the wobble seam
Battle of the Sexes: An exhibition that helped tennis none, hurt women's sport more
The modern 'Battle of the Sexes' exhibition between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios was a detrimental circus act for women's tennis. Despite rigged rules, the match highlighted a lack of competitive substance, contrasting sharply with Billie Jean King's impactful 1973 win that shaped the formation of the WTA and paved way for equality.
Arsenal stays top as Man City and Aston Villa apply the pressure and Liverpool resurgence continues
Villa is just a point further back in third after extending its remarkable winning run to 11 games in all competitions with a comeback 2-1 victory at Chelsea
The left-handed batter became the fourth women batter after Mithali Raj, Suzie Bates, Charlotte Edwards and the second Indian after Mithali to achieve the 10,000-run milestone
Chamari Athapaththu scripts history, becomes first Sri Lankan woman to play 150 T20Is
In Womens T20I cricket, Athapaththu has notched up 3507 runs at an average of 25.23 and a strike rate of 109.97, including three centuries and 13 half-centuries
Indian chess player Koneru Humpy won bronze at the FIDE World Rapid Championships. She tied for the top spot but lost out on the title due to tie-breaker rules. Magnus Carlsen won his sixth World Rapid title in the open category. Arjun Erigaisi secured bronze in the open section. The World Blitz Championships are set to begin.
Nick Kyrgios beats Aryna Sabalenka in 'Battle of the Sexes'
Nick Kyrgios beat women's world number one Aryna Sabalenka in the Battle of the Sexes on Sunday, in a highly-publicised showdown with modified rules that divided tennis fans. On Sunday, each player received only one serve and the dimensions of Sabalenka's side of the court were nine percent smaller, in an attempt to restrict Kyrgios' power and speed advantage.
IND-W vs SL-W T20Is: Smriti, Shafali help the Women in Blue make it 4-0
The two add 162 for the first wicket before Richas blistering cameo powers the home team to its best-ever total in the shortest format; Lanka falls short despite a brave attempt by Hasini and Chamari
Tamil Naduall-rounderAmbrishraring to deliver in the U-19 World Cup
India secured a commanding 30-run victory over Sri Lanka in the fourth women's T20I. Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma's record partnership powered India to a massive 221/2. Vaishnavi Sharma's bowling restricted Sri Lanka to 191/6. This win gives India a 4-0 lead in the five-match series.
Rickelton 'at peace' if he doesn't make South Africa's T20 World Cup squad
Rickelton was left out of South Africa's most recent T20I squad for Quinton de Kock with the World Cup next on the calendar
PCB to run owner-less Multan Sultans in PSL, sale planned after season
Surya Charishma Tamiri: A memorable end to 2025 as she clinches national badminton championship
Charishma began structured training in the fourth standard, and two years later started working with coach K. Bhaskar, whom she has been training under to date
Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma run riot as India post highest Womens T20I total
Mandhana and Shafali added 162 runs for the opening wicket in 15.2 overs. It is now the highest partnership for any wicket for India in womens T20Is.
'Third party intended to marry': Ex-Pak cricketer's wife drops bombshell on divorce
I am writing this from a place of deep pain. My home has been broken, and my children have been left without their father. I am a mother of three, including a five month old infant who has yet to be held by his father. This is not a story I wished to share, but silence should never be mistaken for weakness, she wrote.
Ex-England cricketer and former ECB chief dies at 62
Glamorgan Cricket Club mourns the loss of Hugh Morris, former ECB chief executive and England Test cricketer, at 62. Morris, who captained Glamorgan to a League title and later led England to significant international success, passed away after a battle with bowel cancer. He leaves a profound legacy on both playing and administrative fronts in English and Welsh cricket.
'He produces wicket-taking balls': Ashwin lavishes praise on young fast bowler
Former India spinner R Ashwin lauded England's Josh Tongue, recalling his county days and praising his wicket-taking ability. Tongue's impressive seven-wicket haul at the MCG earned him Player of the Match, a dream come true after overcoming significant injury setbacks. Ashwin also highlighted England's batting inconsistencies, suggesting improvements in bowling could bolster the team.
We are in the right path of progression: Venkataramana
The Tamil Nadu coach believes his boys can bounce back against an in-form Karnataka side; the former champion has one win and a loss in Elite Group A
Former Pakistan cricketer announces divorce from wife Sannia
Pakistan cricketer Imad Wasim has confirmed his divorce from wife Sannia Ashfaq after six years of marriage, citing unresolved issues and mutual consent. Sannia also confirmed the separation, attributing it to a third-party involvement that ended their struggling union. The couple has three children.
Hugh Morris, Glamorgan legend, dies aged 62 after cancer battle
Opening batter played three Tests for England in 1991, and also served as senior administrator
Hugh Morris, former England cricket player and administrator, passes away at 62
Hugh Morris served the ECB in a number of roles for 16 years, including as CEO during a successful period for the men's national team
India replace unwell Rodrigues with Deol after Sri Lanka opt to bowl
India also rested Gaud and brought back Reddy, while Sri Lanka made two changes, too
PCB to run Multan Sultans franchise for next PSL season
The board will bring in former cricketers and experts to take over the operation of the franchise and auction it after the season
Why bowling 160kmph mattered more to Brett Lee than wickets
That (160kmph) means more to me than any wicket I've taken. Of course, the team comes first - to win the (2003) World Cup, the 16 straight Test wins, that's the pinnacle; that's why you play the game, Lee was quoted as saying by cricket.com.au.
Squeezing in white-ball tournaments during Ranji break not ideal, feel Khare, Bawne
African Gold wins feature event
Can Virat Kohli chase down Sachin Tendulkar's hundred hundreds?
Can Virat Kohli chase down Sachin Tendulkar's hundred hundreds?
Joe Clarke 60, Rauf three-for power Stars to top of the table
Rauf's three-for restricted Sydney Thunder to 128 in the first innings
High Court directs CSA to let Shamsi complete ILT20 season
This judgment could have far-reaching implications for freelance cricketers globally
Root admits 'weird' feeling after victory that ends Australian drought
He hopes that another good week in Sydney can lay the foundations for England's next Ashes tour
India Women vs Sri Lanka Women, 4th T20I: Live streaming, playing 11, pitch and weather update
IND W vs SL W 4th T20I Prediction and Playing 11: India has already secured the series against Sri Lanka, leading 3-0 heading into the fourth Women's T20I. Dominating with both bat and ball, the hosts have comfortably chased targets, with bowlers like Deepti Sharma and Renuka Singh Thakur proving highly effective.
'He told me 15 days before': How Rohit helped set up Jaiswal's Test debut
Yashasvi Jaiswal's India debut was profoundly shaped by captain Rohit Sharma's early assurance and clear communication. Sharma informed Jaiswal of his selection fifteen days prior, fostering confidence. This trust allowed Jaiswal to debut with a remarkable 171, showcasing maturity. He credits Sharma as an elder brother figure, inspiring him and instilling the importance of upholding Indian cricket's values.
Nortje hopes 'ideal build-up' earns him T20 World Cup 2026 berth
He has played only two matches for South Africa in the last 18 months but started SA20 2026 with a four-for
Starlight Serenade and Harrison impress
Shaheen Afridi smashed for 19 in an over, limps off injured as BBL nightmare continues
Shaheen Afridi's difficult Big Bash League stint continued with an expensive spell and a knee injury during Brisbane Heat's win over Adelaide Strikers. The Pakistan fast bowler conceded 19 runs in one over and later limped off the field, raising concerns ahead of the T20 World Cup. Afridi has struggled throughout the tournament, taking only two wickets from four matches.
Root joins Sachin, Ponting, Lara in elite list; becomes 9th batter to achieve this feat
Root, who had never scored a century on Australian soil, finally broke the curse as he scored an unbeaten 138 in the first innings of the second Ashes 2025-26 Test at Brisbane.
Pakistan recalls Shadab Khan for T20 series in Sri Lanka
Pakistan has recalled allrounder Shadab Khan for the upcoming T20 series in Sri Lanka, while uncapped batter Khawaja Nafay also earned a maiden call-up. The selectors are using a rotation policy ahead of the T20 World Cup, resting key players like Babar Azam, Haris Rauf, and Shaheen Shah Afridi.
Shadab Khan returns to Pakistan T20I squad for Sri Lanka tour
The 27-year-old missed a large part of Pakistans cricket with a shoulder injury since June but regained full fitness after surgery in Britain
Virat Kohli's next match for Delhi in Vijay Hazare Trophy: All you need to know
Virat Kohli made a sensational return to domestic cricket in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 202526, scoring 208 runs in his first two matches for Delhi. He became the fastest to 16,000 List A runs with a century against Andhra and followed it with a half-century and two catches against Gujarat.
Gambhirs Test struggles fuel VVS Laxman coach role rumours; BCCI sets the record straight
The media reports of Laxman being approached to become India's next Test coach has been doing the rounds since yesterday. The news comes just a few weeks after India suffered a 0-2 Test whitewash to South Africa at home under Gautam Gambhir, their second whitewash in back-to-back years following a humiliating 0-3 loss to New Zealand last year under the same coach, which marked India's first Test series loss at home since 12 years and starting of crumbling of India's great Test empire, guarded well by leaders like MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for over a decade.
Pakistani kabaddi player banned indefinitely for representing an Indian team in private tournament
Ubaidullah Rajputs indefinite ban arrives after he represented India in a private match in Bahrain, also wrapping Indias jersey around his shoulders
Pakistan kabaddi player wears Indian jersey, waves tricolour; banned indefinitely
Pakistan international kabaddi player Ubaidullah Rajput has been indefinitely banned by the Pakistan Kabaddi Federation for playing for an Indian team in a private tournament in Bahrain without a no-objection certificate. Rajput claimed it was a misunderstanding, but the federation cited his participation and representation of an Indian team as violations.
PM Modi hails Indias cricketers and para-athletes for making 2025 a 'memorable year in sports'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated India's sporting triumphs in 2025. The Men's Cricket team secured the ICC Champions Trophy. The Women's Cricket team won their maiden World Cup. Para-athletes achieved significant success at the World Para Athletics Championships. The Women's Blind T20 World Cup was also won. These victories marked a memorable year for Indian sports.
Pakistan has recalled all-rounder Shadab Khan for the upcoming T20I series in Sri Lanka. Top players Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi will continue their Big Bash League commitments. The squad, led by Salman Ali Agha, includes uncapped batter Khawaja Nafay. This series is crucial preparation for the T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka next year.
Shadab returns to Pakistan's T20I side for tour of Sri Lanka
None of the other Pakistan players playing in the BBL - Shaheen Shah Afridi, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Haris Rauf and Hasan Ali - have been named in the squad
Rs 1.07 cr for a catch! Fan takes one-handed blinder, steals the show - WATCH
Ryan Rickelton's stunning 113 went in vain as MI Cape Town fell short by 15 runs in a high-scoring SA20 opener. Durban's Super Giants posted a record 232/5, powered by Devon Conway's 64, before Ethan Bosch's crucial wickets sealed the win.
Brett Lee announced as latest inductee to Australian Cricket Hall of Fame
Australian pace bowling legend Brett Lee has been inducted into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame. Lee, a proven winner and entertainer, joins an elite group of cricketing superstars. He represented Australia in 76 Tests and 221 ODIs, achieving significant wicket-taking milestones and contributing with the bat.
Why Mumbai's iconic Azad Maidan is no longer safe for cricket | Bombay Sport Exchange
Why Mumbai's iconic Azad Maidan is no longer safe for cricket | Bombay Sport Exchange
Laura Harris equals fastest fifty record in women's T20s
She hit a 15-ball half-century for Otago in the Super Smash, equalling the mark set by Marie Kelly for Warwickshire in 2022
ILT20: MI book Qualifier 1 spot after dominant win over Capitals
MI Emirates sealed a Qualifier 1 berth with a commanding eight-wicket win over Dubai Capitals, powered by Allah Ghazanfars three-wicket spell and Kieron Pollards unbeaten 44. After restricting Dubai to 122/8, Pollards explosive 14th over ensured MI Emirates fifth consecutive win and a top-two finish.
World Rapid chess: Humpy in joint lead; Gukesh, Erigaisi well-placed as Carlsen suffers rare loss
Indian chess stars are making their mark at the FIDE World Rapid Championships in Doha. Koneru Humpy shares the lead in the women's section. D. Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi are in contention in the open category. The championships continue with more rounds to determine the winners.
Ashes: 36 wickets in 2 days! MCG curator in 'state of shock'
A total of 36 wickets fell in just 142 overs, including 20 on the opening day, with the contest wrapped up in the evening session of day two as England sealed a four-wicket win their first Test victory in Australia since January 2011.
Lee credits Lillee after inducation to Hall of Fame
The fast bowler was part of one of most dominant sides in cricket history and among the quickest bowlers ever
Ashes series: Melbourne Cricket Ground curator in 'state of shock' after fourth Test carnage
The Melbourne Cricket Ground curator is in shock after a two-day Ashes Test. Excessive grass on the pitch led to a rapid collapse of wickets. This resulted in a massive financial shortfall for Cricket Australia. Many fans had their tickets refunded. This is the first time in 129 years that two Ashes Tests have ended so quickly.
The Tech Mahindra Global Chess League 2025 concluded in Mumbai, showcasing India's growing ambition in exporting sports formats. While online viewership booms, the article explores the contrasting live experiences of chess events, from the quiet intensity of the FIDE World Cup in Goa to the energetic spectacle of the GCL, highlighting the evolving nature of the sport.
Webster, Inglis released for BBL duty before Sydney Test
No one else will play BBL after the two-day MCG Test but a number of players should be available after the Ashes finishes
Wirtz scores first Liverpool goal as Anfield remembers Jota
Both sets of fans sang chants in Jota's name in the 18th and 20th minutes -- the shirt numbers he wore during his spells at Molineux and Anfield respectively.
'We've gone too far' - The three millimetres which created a firestorm
Melbourne's fickle summer weather had a part to play in why the curator misjudged his Boxing Day pitch
When Indian football descended into chaos
Indian football experienced a difficult year. The national league faced significant uncertainty due to a lack of commercial partners. The national team failed to qualify for major tournaments. This contrasts with positive developments in football from other nations. The year 2025 is marked as a low point for Indian football.
Curator 'shocked' by Melbourne pitch performance in Ashes
Host board Cricket Australia (CA) were left millions of dollars out of pocket, having to refund tickets for a confirmed sell-out crowd on day three at the 100,000-seat stadium and for another large crowd for day four.
EXCLUSIVE | 'Opportunity aayega, mehnat kar': Virat Kohli to Jayswal
Like Axar Patel, Jayswal hails from Nadiad in Gujarats Kheda district and began his cricket journey at the same academy where Team Indias T20I vice-captain took his first steps. Jayswal lost his father when he was just eight months old. As he grew older, cricket became his passion, and he told his mother of his dream to become a professional cricketer. The road was far from easy, but his mother stood firmly by him.
Rishabh Pant to be dropped from New Zealand ODI series, Ishan Kishan in: Sources
Rishabh Pant to be dropped from New Zealand ODI series, Ishan Kishan in: Sources
Wirtz will score many more goals for Liverpool: Slot backs star after Wolves winner
Wirtz will score many more goals for Liverpool: Slot backs star after Wolves winner
'If God granted me a wish': Ex-India cricketer on Virat Kohli's Test return
Former cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu wants Virat Kohli to return to Test cricket. Kohli retired from Tests in May 2025 after a successful career. He continues to perform well in One Day Internationals. Recent performances in Australia and South Africa show his enduring form. This has led to calls for his Test comeback.
Gardner believes Australia still world's best ahead of India series
The team has failed to win the most recent ODI and T20 World Cups but the allrounder doesn't expect dramatic changes
Nortje, Milne consign Paarl Royals to record lows in one-sided contest
Royals were bowled out for 49 and faced the second-biggest defeat in SA20
Psychic Star should win the Maharaja Jiwajirao Scindia Trophy
From World Cup win to doping scandals and fan tragedies, how 2025 tested Indian sports in every way
For the third year in a row, India earned the dubious distinction of topping the global list of doping violations in sports, as per the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) report. The rankings were based on tests conducted in 2024, but the technicality did little to wash away the embarrassment. India, which won just 6 medals at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, accounted for a record 260 adverse analytical findings from 7113 samples a positivity rate of 3.6 per cent, the highest among all countries that conducted 5,000 or more tests. The numbers have steadily risen: 213 violations in 2023, 127 in 2022 and 86 in 2021.
Man City go top with 2-1 win at Forest after Cherki heroics
The French midfielder first threaded the pass for City's opener before striking an 83rd-minute winner from a set-piece to secure their eighth straight victory across all competitions.
From FIFA World Cup to Commonwealth Games and Asian Games; wishlist for 2026
2026 brings a double bonanza for Indian athletes: the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games. While India has crossed the 100-medal mark in both events101 at the 2010 Delhi CWG and 107 at the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games (held in 2023)the challenge is to do it in the same year. With India set to host the 2030 CWG, Asian Games sometime in the future and eventually the Olympics, athletes need to stand up.
Never imagined that I would represent the country at a World Cup: Deepesh Devendran
Year Ender 2025: From abundance to excellence - Indian crickets next challenge
From Harmanpreet and Co. lifting the World Cup trophy to Gambhirs wards losing another Test series at home. From Sin-Caraz dominating the mens circuit to Sabalenka just about staying ahead of the chasing pack. From India topping the doping charts to the endless wait for ISLs resumption. 2025 was a fascinating year, full of highs and lows, and one that leaves sport with a big wishlist for 2026
Ashes: Steve Smith says two-day Boxing Day Test 'not good for finances'
India's chance to test themselves and their bench strength
With the series against Sri Lanka already won, they could try setting totals instead of chasing them
Shocking! Dhaka Capitals assistant coach collapses, dies moments before BPL match
Tragedy struck the Bangladesh Premier League as Dhaka Capitals assistant coach Mahbub Ali Zaki, 59, passed away after collapsing during a warm-up. He was rushed to the hospital but doctors confirmed his death. Zaki, a former fast bowler and respected coach, was known for his contributions to pace bowling development in Bangladesh.
Cherki steals the show as Man City edge Forest to go top of the Premier League
Rayan Cherki's late goal secured a 2-1 victory for Manchester City against Nottingham Forest, propelling them to the top of the Premier League. Cherki also assisted the opening goal, showcasing his growing influence. The win extended City's impressive league run to six consecutive matches.
Ayush Mhatre to lead India at Under-19 World Cup
Suryavanshi will lead India U-19 on their youth-ODI tour to South Africa before the World Cup
Duan Jansen's career-best triggers PC's collapse as JSK start with win
PC lost 5 for 18 after an opening stand of 71, as JSK won at SuperSport Park for the first time
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to lead India U19 squad for South Africa tour; check full team list
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will captain the India U19 squad for a three-match ODI series against South Africa, commencing January 3 in Benoni. Aaron George will serve as vice-captain. Ayush Mhatre and Vihaan Malhotra have been ruled out due to wrist injuries but are expected to join for the U19 World Cup.
Ayush Mhatre named India captain for U-19 WC, Sooryavanshi to lead in preceding South Africa tour
The upcoming edition of the ICC Mens U19 World Cup will feature 16 teams divided into four groups, followed by the Super Six stage, semifinals, and the final in Harare
The Board of Control for Cricket in India's Junior Cricket Committee has revealed the India squads. These teams are selected for the ICC Men's Under-19 World Cup and an upcoming three-match One-Day series against South Africa. Ayush Mhatre will captain the U19 World Cup squad. Vihaan Malhotra is named vice-captain.
Mhatre to lead India at U19 World Cup; Sooryavanshi named captain for SA tour
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will captain India's U-19 team on their South Africa tour, with Ayush Mhatre set to lead the squad for the 2026 U-19 World Cup in Zimbabwe and Namibia. Injuries have ruled out Mhatre and Vihaan Malhotra from the South Africa leg, but they are expected to return for the World Cup.
