WPL 2025: Gibson, Ishaque come in as GG elect to bowl first against MI

IANS | March 13, 2025 7:27 PM

Mumbai, March 13 (IANS) Saika Ishaque and Danielle Gibson have come in for the crucial clash as the Gujarat Giants won the toss and elected to bowl first against the Mumbai Indians in the Eliminator clash of the 2025 Women's Premier League (WPL) at the Brabourne Stadium here on Thursday.

KKR's IPL 2024 trophy tour excites fans at Kolkata’s City Centre

IANS | March 13, 2025 7:02 PM

Kolkata, March 13 (IANS): The Kolkata Knight Riders' celebratory Trophy Tour made a stop at City Center 1 mall in Salt Lake, where enthusiastic fans gathered to catch a glimpse of the prestigious IPL 2024 trophy. The event at Kolkata's premier shopping destination drew large crowds who had the opportunity to take photographs with the silverware and participate in fan activities. Mall visitors expressed their excitement as the trophy was displayed prominently, allowing fans of all ages to share in the team's recent triumph.

IPL 2025: Not knowing which team you will end up with is never easy, says KL Rahul

IANS | March 13, 2025 6:01 PM

Mumbai, March 13 (IANS) After spending various seasons with other franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL), wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul will be embarking on a new chapter when he turns out for the Delhi Capitals in the upcoming 18th edition starting on March 22. Rahul admitted that the uncertainty over which team he would land up with at the auction was nerve-wracking, but he is now glad to turn out for DC, who roped him in for INR 14 crore at last year’s mega auction. He was released by the Lucknow Super Giants after leading them in the 2024 edition.

Special Olympics World Winter Games: India bag five medals on Day 2, tally climbs to 9

IANS | March 13, 2025 12:24 PM

New Delhi, March 13 (IANS) Building on their successful streak from the opening day, Indian athletes once again showcased outstanding performances on the second day of the Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025. With two gold, two silver, and one bronze medal secured across two sporting disciplines, India's total medal count has now reached nine.

IML 2025: Australia Masters beat England Masters to set semis date with India Masters

IANS | March 12, 2025 11:52 PM

Raipur, March 12 (IANS) Australia Masters geared up their preparations for Thursday’s first semifinal against India Masters with a nervy three-wicket victory against traditional rivals England Masters in the final Group stage match of the International Masters League (IML) 2025 at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium here on Wednesday.

IPL 2025: KKR perform traditional pooja at Eden Gardens ahead of training

IANS | March 12, 2025 10:44 PM

Kolkata, March 12 (IANS) Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) got their pre-tournament camp underway in Kolkata with a pooja ceremony on the Eden Gardens pitch here on Wednesday. The Coaching staff, led by head coach Chandrakant Pandit, and players participated in the ceremony before commencing cricketing activities at the historic cricketing venue.

WPL 2025: With maiden final in sight, GG ready to take on MI in Eliminator

IANS | March 12, 2025 9:55 PM

Mumbai, March 12 (IANS) After putting up a remarkable show on the league stage, the Gujarat Giants will leave no stone unturned to make it to their maiden Women’s Premier League (WPL) final when they take on the Mumbai Indians in the Eliminator at the Cricket Club of India's Brabourne Stadium here on Thursday.

Bangladesh's Mahmudullah bids farewell to international cricket

IANS | March 12, 2025 9:41 PM

New Delhi, March 12 (IANS) Bangladesh’s veteran all-rounder Mahmudullah has announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing an end to a remarkable career spanning over 17 years. The 39-year-old announced on social media on Wednesday, expressing gratitude to his teammates, coaches, and fans who supported him throughout his journey.