KOLKATA: The disappointment of a poor World Cup campaign could have derailed India’s Olympic ambitions. Instead, the setback became the Indian men’s hockey team’s rallying point as they fought their way to a second successive Asian Games gold and a place at the Los Angeles Olympics.Reflecting on the turnaround, Shilanand Lakra said the squad made…
Tilak Varma was involved in an unusual run-out during the third T20I against West Indies (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: India batter Tilak Varma was involved in an unusual run-out during the third T20I against West Indies on Sunday after a misunderstanding with Axar Patel cost him his wicket.The incident took place in the 17th…
(L) Shikhar Mohan with former India captain MS Dhoni in Ranchi; Mohan with Ishan Kishan after East Zone won the Duleep Trophy (Special Arrangaments) NEW DELHI: Shikhar Mohan hails from Doranda, a familiar corner of Ranchi known for its educational institutions, PG accommodations and its much-loved litti chokha stall, whose popularity extends beyond the city…
Mohammed Shami (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: Mohammed Shami has responded to questions about his fitness and bowling rhythm, saying he is focused on playing cricket rather than paying attention to outside comments.The Bengal fast bowler made the remarks after taking four wickets against Delhi in Bengal’s opening match of the 2026-27 Ranji Trophy season in…
New Zealand’s Rachin Ravindra during the warm up before the match Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers New Zealand have announced their squad for the upcoming five-match ODI series against India, with Mitchell Santner named captain.Finn Allen, Lockie Ferguson, Rachin Ravindra and Tim Seifert are among the players included for the series, which begins on November…
Logo of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Arunachal Pradesh have forfeited their opening Ranji Trophy Plate Group match against Nagaland, which was scheduled to start on Sunday in Ahmedabad.The decision comes amid an ongoing dispute within the state cricket association, with two rival groups fighting for control and a related case…
Finn Allen (Reuters Photo) New Zealand are considering a new role for explosive batter Finn Allen in the upcoming ODI series against India, with head coach Rob Walter keen to test him in the middle order ahead of the next World Cup. Allen, who usually opens in T20 cricket, could be used to attack spinners…
Sobhana Mostary (Image: IANS) Sobhana Mostary produced a record-breaking performance as Bangladesh recovered from a disastrous start to post 220/6 against Australia in the second ODI at Allan Border Field. The right-handed batter struck her maiden international century, becoming the first Bangladesh woman to score an international hundred against Australia.Mostary’s 118 off 134 balls proved…
Australian players having refreshments during a drinks break on day three of the first cricket test match between South Africa and Australia, in Durban, South Africa, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026. (AP Photo) Pat Cummins picked up three wickets as Australia built a 139-run lead over South Africa by stumps on Day 3 of the first…
Manchester City’s Erling Haaland celebrates after scoring his side’s opening goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Liverpool and Manchester City in Liverpool, England, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Jon Super) Erling Haaland’s new home in Abu Dhabi puts the Manchester City striker in a position where securing a 10-year UAE Golden Visa…