Cricket

Sri Lanka's Mendis and De Silva Rescue Team with Epic 200-Run Stand

Sri Lanka's Test newcomers Kamindu Mendis and captain Dhananjaya de Silva defied Bangladesh's fast bowlers to forge a remarkable 200-run partnership, rescuing their team from a precarious position. After losing five wickets for just 57 runs, Sri Lanka's hopes seemed bleak. However, Mendis and

Tennis

Ramkumar Ramanathan Overcomes Chirag Duhan in Chandigarh ITF Quarterfinals

Second seed Ramkumar Ramanathan faced a stern test from qualifier Chirag Duhan in the quarterfinals of the HPCL-Mittal $15,000 ITF men's tennis tournament in Chandigarh. After dropping the first set 4-6, Ramanathan rallied to win the next two sets 6-2, 6-4, securing a hard-fought victory. In the

Cricket

Andrew Flintoff Tipped as Future England Head Coach Candidate

Rob Key, England's managing director, believes that Andrew Flintoff possesses exceptional leadership qualities and would be an ideal candidate for the England head coach position in the future. Key, a close friend of Flintoff, played a pivotal role in his return to the public eye after a serious

Cricket

Pat Cummins Embraces Captaincy Challenge in IPL Debut

Pat Cummins, the World Cup-winning Australian skipper, is embarking on a new challenge as the captain of Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League (IPL). While the shortest format of the game may not be physically demanding, Cummins acknowledges the mental challenges and logistical complexities involved in the two-month-long tournament.

Cricket

IPL 2024: CSK vs RCB Headline Clash in Chennai, Free Streaming for USA Fans

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 is set to kick off on March 22, and cricket enthusiasts in the USA are eagerly anticipating the headline clash between reigning champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in Chennai. For fans in the USA, the 'Willow by Cricbuzz&

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Swiss Skiing Stars Odermatt and Gut-Behrami Dominate World Cup

SAALBACH-HINTERGLEMM, Austria - Swiss skiing sensation Marco Odermatt continued his remarkable season by securing the World Cup super-G crystal globe on Friday, adding to his already impressive haul of overall and giant slalom titles. Under the warm Austrian sun, Odermatt skied cautiously in the final super-G race, finishing fifth to

Cricket

Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings Clash in Indian T20 League Opener

The Indian T20 League 2023 kicks off with a thrilling encounter between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Mohali. Both teams will be eager to start their campaign on a winning note. Delhi Capitals, led by Rishabh Pant, have a balanced

Badminton

India Drawn in Tough Thomas Cup Group, Faces China in Uber Cup

The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has unveiled the draws for the prestigious Thomas Cup and Uber Cup, scheduled to take place from April 28 to May 5, 2024. Defending Thomas Cup champion India has been placed in Group C alongside 14-time winner Indonesia, Thailand, and England. In the Uber Cup,

Cricket

Virat Kohli in Top Form as RCB Gears Up for IPL Opener

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are poised to kick off their Indian Premier League (IPL) campaign on Friday, and star batter Virat Kohli is in prime form, according to the team's Director of Cricket, Mo Bobat. Bobat, who has been closely observing Kohli during training, praised the batter'

Cricket

KKR vs SRH: Shreyas Iyer Returns, Starc and Cummins Clash in IPL Opener

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will kick off the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season on March 23 in Kolkata. The match will feature the return of Shreyas Iyer, who missed the entire 2022 season due to a back injury. Iyer will lead KKR, who have made

Cricket

Rishabh Pant's Resilient Return to Lead Delhi Capitals in IPL Opener

Rishabh Pant's remarkable return to cricket after a life-threatening car crash in December 2022 has become a testament to his resilience and determination. The star wicketkeeper-batter is set to lead Delhi Capitals in their IPL opener against Punjab Kings on March 23, marking a significant milestone in his

Badminton

G. Sathiyan Creates History, Wins First Indian Men's Singles Title at WTT Feeder Series

Indian paddler G. Sathiyan has etched his name in history by becoming the first Indian to clinch a men's singles title at a WTT Feeder Series event. In a thrilling final at the WTT Feeder Beirut 2024, Sathiyan overcame compatriot Manav Thakkar 3-1 (6-11 11-7 11-7 11-4) to

Cricket

Virat Kohli Poised to Rewrite History in IPL 2024 Opener

Virat Kohli, the legendary Indian batter, is poised to make a grand return to the cricket field in the season opener of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. The match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Friday holds the potential for Kohli to etch his

Cricket

Tanush Kotian Replaces Adam Zampa at Rajasthan Royals, BR Sharath Joins Gujarat Titans

Tanush Kotian, the Mumbai all-rounder who played a pivotal role in their record-breaking 42nd Ranji Trophy victory, has been roped in by Rajasthan Royals as a replacement for Australian leg-spinner Adam Zampa. Kotian, known for his crisis management skills, was acquired by the Royals at his base price of Rs

Cricket

Alec Stewart to Step Down as Surrey Director of Cricket

Alec Stewart, the legendary cricketer and former England Test captain, has announced his decision to step down as Surrey's director of cricket at the end of 2024. Stewart, 60, has been at the helm of Surrey for 11 years, overseeing a period of unprecedented success for the club.

Cricket

IPL 2024 Opening Ceremony to Feature Bollywood Stars, Swedish DJ

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 is set to kick off with a grand opening ceremony at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday, March 24th. The ceremony will precede the first match of the tournament between defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). The

Cricket

Mumbai Indians Acquire South African Speedster Kwena Maphaka

Mumbai Indians (MI) have bolstered their bowling attack with the acquisition of 17-year-old South African speedster Kwena Maphaka. The young pacer joins the franchise as a replacement for Sri Lankan pacer Dilshan Madushanka, who suffered a hamstring injury. Maphaka, who hails from Johannesburg, caught the attention of MI scouts during

Others

Leclerc Leads Verstappen in Australian GP Practice 2, Sainz Impresses

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc emerged as the pacesetter in the second practice session for the Australian Grand Prix, setting the fastest lap time of 1 minute 17.277 seconds. Reigning world champion Max Verstappen of Red Bull trailed Leclerc by 0.381 seconds, while Carlos Sainz of Ferrari secured

Cricket

International Stars Flock to Major League Cricket 2024

Major League Cricket (MLC) 2024 is set to witness a star-studded lineup of international players, with several high-profile signings announced on the eve of the tournament. Texas Super Kings The Texas Super Kings, owned by the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) franchise, have acquired New Zealand allrounder Daryl Mitchell as their

Football

Robinho Arrested in Brazil to Serve Rape Sentence

Former Manchester City and Real Madrid star Robinho has been arrested in Brazil to serve a nine-year sentence for raping a woman in 2013. The arrest comes after the Supreme Court rejected his request to delay the sentence. Robinho was found guilty by an Italian court in 2017 of participating

Tennis

Grand Slam Friday: Sabalenka, Osaka, Medvedev Headline Thrilling Matchups

Grand Slam Showdown: Sabalenka, Badosa, Osaka, Svitolina, Medvedev Headline Friday's Matches Friday's Grand Slam action promises thrilling encounters as close friends Aryna Sabalenka and Paula Badosa face off, while former world No. 1s Naomi Osaka and Elina Svitolina clash in a battle of experience. Defending champion

Cricket

Nitish Rana Ready to Lead KKR Again if Needed, Eyes World T20 Selection

Nitish Rana, the left-handed batter of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), is ready to lead the team again if required, despite the return of first-choice skipper Shreyas Iyer. Rana, who was appointed captain last year due to Iyer's unavailability, hopes that Iyer remains fit throughout the season. "Shreyas

Football

North Korea's World Cup Qualifier Moved to Neutral Venue

North Korea's home World Cup qualifier against Japan on Tuesday will be held at a neutral venue, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) announced. The decision comes just four days before the scheduled match, leaving little time to find an alternative location. The AFC confirmed that the game will

Cricket

Bangladesh and Sri Lanka Begin Test Series in Sylhet

Bangladesh and Sri Lanka Clash in Test Series Opener Bangladesh and Sri Lanka will face off in the first match of a two-match Test series at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Friday. Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto won the toss and opted to field first. Sri Lanka's

Football

Mohammedan Sporting on Verge of Historic I-League Triumph

Mohammedan Sporting, a historic football club from Kolkata, is on the cusp of winning its first I-League title. With seven points needed from the remaining 12, the club is well-positioned to secure promotion to the Indian Super League (ISL) in 2024-25. The club's success can be attributed to