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Rohit Sharma’s unbeaten 46 in 20 helps India beat Australia in a shootout

India level three match series 1-1 after victory in eight-over a side game in Nagpur; decider in Hyderabad on Sunday.

Sat, Sep 24, 2022

Jhulan, pace spearhead and bridge between generations, bids adieu

When Jhulan Goswami was a ball girl during the 1997 Women's World Cup final at Eden Gardens she was left amazed by Australian pacer Cathryn Fitzpatrick's skills. That day she made up her mind about playing for India.

Sat, Sep 24, 2022

With a bit of luck Rohit and Co. can bring home the trophy: Sunil Gavaskar

Batting great says questioning selections and omissions will demoralise the T20 World Cup team.

Thu, Sep 15, 2022

Mohammed Shami exclusion the big call in India’s T20 squad

Senior seamer Mohammed Shami overlooked while Arshdeep Singh seals ticket to Australia.

Tue, Sep 13, 2022

From surprising Dennis Lillee with a signed photograph to praising Mohun Bagan legend Sailen Manna: Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy in sports

She didn't mind becoming a gleeful part of the London Olympics opening ceremony; her love for horses was genuine and warm.

Fri, Sep 09, 2022

Ravindra Jadeja could miss World Cup; spotlight on Axar Patel

Jadeja played the first two matches at the Asia Cup, against Pakistan and Hong Kong. He apparently sustained the injury during the Hong Kong game.

Sun, Sep 04, 2022

Newsmaker | Football journeyman to BJP leader: Meet new AIFF chief Kalyan Chaubey

Chief among Chaubey’s immediate tasks is ensuring that next month’s U-17 Women’s World Cup is held without a hitch.

Sat, Sep 03, 2022

Ronaldo likely to stay at United in transfer U-turn; no more incomings, says Ten Hag

Ronaldo is the team's only out-and-out No. 9 but Ten Hag didn't think twice to bench him, even in Anthony Martial's absence.

Wed, Aug 31, 2022

Following Indian cricket becomes expensive, after Star, Sony, fans now need to subscribe Zee too

ZEE is the latest in the TV list after entering into a strategic partnership with Disney Star to telecast all ICC men’s events for the 2024-27 cycle.

Wed, Aug 31, 2022

FIFA lifts suspension on Indian football, U-17 World Cup back on track

The AIFF elections are scheduled to take place on September 2, with footballers-turned-politicians Kalyan Chaubey and Bhaichung Bhutia fighting for the president's post.

Sat, Aug 27, 2022

‘Mr Jharkhand cricket’, veteran administrator Amitabh Choudhary who led the successful legal battle against Pakistan over bilateral commitments, no more

Amitabh Choudhary was instrumental in making Ranchi the headquarters of Jharkhand cricket, shifting the base from Jamshedpur. A world-class stadium was built there under his watch and one end of the stadium was named after him.

Wed, Aug 17, 2022

Paddy Upton, mental conditioning coach during India’s triumph at 2011 world-cup, to work with Indian team again

He has worked with Rahul Dravid, India’s head coach, in the IPL as well. Upton believes that the single biggest mental obstacle in cricket is fear of failure and pressure.

Wed, Jul 27, 2022

Old stalwart Laxmi Ratan Shukla to be Bengal coach, WV Raman batting coach

Laxmi Ratan Shukla, who played three ODIs, 137 first-class games and 141 List A matches, has been in charge of the Bengal U-23 team.

Tue, Jul 26, 2022

Deepak Hooda shows promise as potential spin bowling all-rounder

In the grand scheme of things, the way Hooda bowled in this game, he offered encouragement, with an eye to the 50-over World Cup in India next year.

Mon, Jul 25, 2022

SL vs PAK: Abdullah Shafique goes old-school to guide Pak to memorable win in Galle

Shafique, a Test neophyte, was only into his sixth game at this level. He showed maturity beyond his years.

Thu, Jul 21, 2022

SC hearing on cooling-off period for Sourav Ganguly, Jay Shah on Wednesday

The BCCI had filed an application to water down the cooling-off clause for office-bearers two-and-a-half years ago and the Supreme Court was supposed to hear the matter in July 2020, via video conferencing.

Wed, Jul 20, 2022

Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya heroics mask India’s batting frailties

The top order looked jittery in England, and Virat Kohli’s form slump has further weakened a line-up with a wafer-thin tail, with the T20 World Cup months away.

Tue, Jul 19, 2022

Like Guardiola hated the term tiki-taka, McCullum finds Bazball silly

England's ultra-attacking cricket has captured the imagination of fans, but coach McCullum finds Bazball, a term coined by the British media silly.

Sat, Jul 09, 2022

FIR could be filed against sacked Under-17 women’s football coach Alex Ambrose: CoA member Bhaskar Ganguly

Alex Ambrose, Asstt Head Coach of Under 17 women’s team, was sacked for sexual misconduct.

Sat, Jul 09, 2022

Rahul Dravid on Bazball: ‘Pata nahi yeh kya hai’ (I don’t know what that is)

Indian coach says the brand of cricket depends on players and their form.

Wed, Jul 06, 2022

Why India’s bowlers failed to defend 378 at Edgbaston

This is the third consecutive overseas Test in which India's bowlers have failed to defend totals; follows losses against SA in Johannesburg and Cape Town.

Wed, Jul 06, 2022