Aravinda reflects on his iconic career, says Warne-Murali Trophy will be a challenging contest

IANS | January 25, 2025 6:01 PM

New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Former Sri Lanka cricketer, Aravinda de Silva, reflected on his iconic career, recounting his battles with Australia, his friendship with Shane Warne, and his optimism about Sri Lanka's cricketing future. De Silva emphasised how Australia’s competitive edge brought out the best in him, particularly in his unforgettable century at the Gabba and his all-round brilliance in the World Cup final.

ISL 2024-25: Mumbai City FC seek urgent form recovery at home against Mohammedan SC

IANS | January 25, 2025 4:57 PM

Mumbai, Jan 25 (IANS) Mumbai City FC will host Mohammedan SC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the Mumbai Football Arena here on Sunday. The hosts have currently dropped out of the playoff spots, as they are placed seventh on the table with 24 points from 16 matches, and will aim to enter back into the top six with a positive outcome.

Kashif Ali debuts in Pakistan's spin-heavy XI for second Test vs West Indies

IANS | January 24, 2025 11:21 PM

Multan, Jan 24 (IANS) Debutant right-arm pacer Kashif Ali comes in place of Khurram Shahzad as Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) unveiled their playing XI for the second and final Test of the series against West Indies, set to take place at the Multan Cricket Stadium from January 25 to 29, following their comprehensive 127-run victory in the series opener.

ISL: East Bengal break four-game winless streak with 2-1 win over Kerala Blasters

IANS | January 24, 2025 11:21 PM

Kolkata, Jan 24 (IANS) PV Vishnu and Hijazi Maher scored a goal apiece as East Bengal FC returned to winning ways with a 2-1 triumph over Kerala Blasters FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan here on Friday night. This was the Red & Gold Brigade’s first victory in five games, having last won 1-0 against Jamshedpur FC on December 21.