Ranchi, Jan 24 (IANS) A first-half brace by Jurgaj Singh propelled the Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers to a sensational 5-3 comeback win against the Vedanta Kalinga Lancers in the Men’s Hockey India League 2024-25 clash here on Friday.
Edgbaston, Jan 24 (IANS) Pakistan’s experienced pace bowler Hassan Ali will continue his association with Warwickshire County Cricket Club, signing a new deal that ensures his availability for the 2025 season across all formats. The 30-year-old is set to rejoin the Bears from May 29 to the end of September, marking his third consecutive season with the club.
Harare, Jan 24 (IANS) Zimbabwe Cricket have unveiled their squads for the much-anticipated home series against Ireland, comprising a one-off Test, three ODIs, and three T20Is. The series will take place in February 2025, offering fans a mix of formats and competitive cricket. Zimbabwe’s Test squad sees the inclusion of two uncapped players, with 27-year-old leg-spinner Vincent Masekesa and 26-year-old batter Nicholas Welch earning their maiden call-ups to the longest format.
Sharjah/Abu Dhabi, Jan 24 (IANS) As Season 3 of the International League (IL) T20 reaches the business end, two matches will be played here on Saturday with the doubleheader promising to be a blockbuster event of the tournament.
Mumbai, Jan 24 (IANS) In a commanding display, General Education Academy, Chembur, secured a thumping victory over Anjuman-I-Islam in the Boys' U-16 category in the MI Junior Interschool Cricket Tournament in Mumbai on Friday.
Chennai, Jan 24 (IANS) India received a significant injury concern ahead of the second T20I against England at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, as opener Abhishek Sharma twisted his right ankle during a warm-up session on Friday evening.
Chennai, Jan 24 (IANS) After a seven-wicket loss in the first T20I in Kolkata, England's top-order batter Harry Brook has emphasised the importance of maintaining relentless pressure on India’s bowling attack in the second game of the five-match series. The match will take place at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Saturday, with the visitors aiming to level the series at 1-1.
Colombo, Jan 24 (IANS) Sri Lanka has announced an 18-member squad to face Australia in the upcoming Warne-Murali Test Series, scheduled to kick off on January 29 in Galle. The two-match Test series will also serve as the final series of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle. This series offers Sri Lanka a chance to climb the WTC standings, while Australia, already assured of a place in the WTC Final, will look to maintain their dominance.
Dubai, Jan 24 (IANS) Star Indian batter Smriti Mandhana and all-rounder Deepti Sharma were included in the ICC Women’s ODI Team of the Year led by South Africa batter Laura Wolvaardt. Smriti Mandhana reigned supreme in 2024, finishing as the highest run-scorer in women’s ODIs with an impressive tally of 747 runs in just 13 matches. Her year began modestly with a 29-run knock against Australia in January. However, after a six-month hiatus from ODIs, Mandhana returned to action against South Africa in blistering form.
New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) The Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya felicitated the Indian Physical Disability (PD) Cricket Team on Friday for winning the PD Champions Trophy 2025 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The team defeated England in the tournament final, demonstrating exceptional skill and resilience.
