MYSURU: Exploiting an opponent’s weakness is par for the course in sport. Karnataka were expected to do just that against Tripura, but have missed a trick or two. After letting the visitors off the hook on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Group B match at the SDNRW Ground here, the hosts failed to … Read more
Mandeep Singh (Image credit: X) Five-time champions India began their title defence at the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament in style, crushing Bangladesh 13-0 at the Olympian Surjit Singh Hockey Stadium on Tuesday. Mandeep Singh led the charge with a hat-trick, while captain Harmanpreet Singh, Dilpreet Singh and Hardik Singh scored two goals each.India dominated … Read more
Kylian Mbappe (AFP Photo) Kylian Mbappé has apologised after comments about a meme featuring Chinese revolutionary leader Mao Zedong sparked anger in China. The controversy has also cost the French football star partnerships with three Chinese companies, while criticism of his remarks spread across Chinese social media.“My comment was ill-judged, and I now understand that … Read more
Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Mumbai: In a significant step towards making cricket more inclusive, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has urged all 38 state cricket associations to take measures to support differently-abled cricketers and promote the development of the game in their respective jurisdictions.In a communication sent to all member associations on … Read more
Abhishek Sharma continued his record-breaking run in T20I cricket, surpassing West Indies great Chris Gayle for the second-most innings featuring 10 or more sixes in men’s T20 internationals.The Indian opener achieved the milestone with his explosive 113 off just 38 balls against New Zealand in the third T20I on Tuesday. Abhishek smashed 11 sixes and … Read more
Abhishek Sharma credited meticulous preparation and a clear game plan for his sensational century against New Zealand, revealing that he had “manifested” the innings before producing a breathtaking performance in the third T20I in Wellington on Tuesday.The left-handed opener smashed 113 off just 38 balls, helping India chase down 199 in only 13.2 overs. The … Read more
India’s Abhishek Sharma, left, and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi gesture after winning during the third T20 cricket international match between New Zealand and India in Wellington, New Zealand. AP/PTI Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi produced a breathtaking batting display against New Zealand in Wellington, recording the highest run rate for a 100-plus opening partnership in men’s T20 … Read more
Harmanpreet Kaur Smriti Mandhana India captain Smriti Mandhana has slipped from the top of the ICC Women’s ODI batting rankings, with South Africa skipper Laura Wolvaardt reclaiming the No. 1 spot following the latest update. While Mandhana endured a difficult start to India’s ongoing ODI series against Zimbabwe, Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma surged up … Read more
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka PAK vs SL Live Score, ODI Tri-Series: Sri Lanka captain Kusal Mendis won the toss and elected to field against Pakistan in their latest clash. Both teams have made their decisions keeping the dew factor in mind, with the Sri Lankan skipper backing his batting unit to chase a target. Pakistan … Read more
South Africa vs Australia 3rd Test Live Score: South Africa and Australia renew their rivalry in a high-stakes third Test at Newlands in Cape Town, with the series finely poised at 1-1 and the world No. 1 ranking on the line. Both sides have registered emphatic victories in the opening two matches, setting up a … Read more