New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS) Former India cricketer and head coach Rahul Dravid has switched roles to be a co-owner of Dublin Guardians in the upcoming European T20 Premier League as he steps out of his "comfort zone" for something he finds "exciting" ahead.
New York, Aug 25 (IANS) Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz will begin their US Open mixed doubles campaign against Erin Routliffe and Lloyd Glasspool on Tuesday, with the blockbuster pairing facing a formidable opening test in Williams’ first appearance at Flushing Meadows since 2022.
New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS) Ace kabaddi player Ashu Malik expressed pride at being named in India’s squad as the Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) celebrated a major milestone, with nine of the 12 players selected for India’s squad for the 2026 Asian Games in Japan having emerged from its ecosystem, while Dronacharya Awardee Balwan Singh will take charge of the national team as head coach.
New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS) Former captain Michael Vaughan has called for a punishment that "sends a shiver down the whole England cricket team" after Brydon Carse became the latest England cricketer involved in a drinking controversy.
Colombo, Aug 25 (IANS) India pacer Prasidh Krishna credited disciplined bowling, a sharp slip cordon and an attacking mindset for his side’s early success against Sri Lanka after India reduced the hosts to 8/2 before bad light brought an early end to Day Two of the second Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground on Monday.
London, Aug 25 (IANS) Xabi Alonso made a winning start to his Chelsea tenure as Cole Palmer starred in an enthralling 3-2 derby win over Fulham.
Berlin, Aug 25 (IANS) Edin Dzeko scored twice and played a decisive role in two further goals as Schalke 04 survived a major scare to beat fourth-tier Hallescher FC 5-2 after extra time in the first round of the German Cup.
Madrid, Aug 24 (IANS) Rayo Vallecano's problems continue to mount after Senegal international midfielder Pathe Ciss reportedly refused to train with the first team on Monday as he seeks a move away from the club.
Madrid, Aug 24 (IANS) FC Barcelona midfielder Gavi is doubtful for Thursday's La Liga game at home to Athletic Club of Bilbao because of a knee injury, although tests have shown the problem is not serious.
Mumbai, Aug 24 (IANS) Former India hockey captain and goalkeeper PR Sreejesh tore into the men's team and the administrators for the team's below-par performance in the FIH World Cup in Amstelveen and said Hockey India will now prop up the Asian Games to sweep the problems under the carpet.
