Visakhapatnam, June 9 (IANS) The Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) has issued a stern advisory to all its registered cricketers, warning them against participating in unauthorized tournaments and private matches without prior approval, even as preparations gather pace for the fifth edition of the Andhra Premier League (APL).
Dambulla, June 9 (IANS) A magnificent century from Ruturaj Gaikwad and a composed effort from the bowlers helped India A begin the Tri-Nation A Series with a hard-fought 8-run victory over Sri Lanka A at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on Tuesday. Gaikwad rescued India A from a precarious position before the visitors defended 277 to emerge victorious in a nail-biting contest that went deep into the chase.
New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) The wait is finally over, and the FIFA World Cup 2026, which will be the biggest edition in the tournament's history, will begin on June 12 (IST) and conclude with the final on July 20 (IST), featuring a record 48 teams and 104 matches across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Dubai, June 9 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) has handed one demerit point each to Lord's in London and the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore after pitches used in recent international fixtures were rated "Unsatisfactory" under the ICC Pitch and Outfield Monitoring Process.
Lahore, June 9 (IANS) The Pakistan national hockey team players continued to suffer due to poor management, as after a training camp in shabby conditions, two prominent players were left injured, plunging their tour of Belgium for the last two legs of the FIH Pro League matches into chaos, a news report said on Tuesday. Pakistan will play archrivals India, England, Spain, and hosts Belgium in this round of matches.
Bhopal, June 9 (IANS) Chambal Ghariyals women’s team coach Mohnish Mishra believes the presence of Indian national team cricketers in the Women’s Madhya Pradesh Premier League T20 is playing a major role in motivating young players and accelerating their development.
New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) Iran's football federation (FFIRI) has said that its ticket allocation for the group stage of the World Cup has been revoked just three days before the start of the tournament, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States.
New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) Even as one of India's most experienced all-rounders and a regular presence in the national setup, Pooja Vastrakar isn't immune to feeling starstruck. The Indian woman cricketer, currently captaining Chambal Ghariyals in the Women's MPL T20, recalled a chance meeting with Virat Kohli in South Africa and admitted that nerves got the better of her, preventing her from striking up a conversation with one of Indian cricket's biggest icons.
Sydney, June 9 (IANS) India’s MR Arjun and Hariharan Amsakarunan cruised into the second round of men’s doubles at the Australian Badminton Open after beating the American duo of Arden Quan Lee and Stanley Xing.
Mumbai, June 9 (IANS) Thane Sky Risers registered their first win of the inaugural T20 Mumbai Women’s League with a commanding 33-run victory over SOBO Mumbai Falcons at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Tuesday.
