Women's World Cup: Perry credits ‘Harmanpreet and Jemimah’ partnership for Australia’s loss in semis

IANS | October 31, 2025 5:21 PM

Navi Mumbai, Oct 31 (IANS) The Australian all-rounder Ellyse Perry hailed India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur and Jemimah Rodrigues for batting India into the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup final, saying their composure under pressure earned applause even from the Australian dressing room. India pulled off the highest successful run chase in women’s ODIs to book a place in Sunday’s title clash with South Africa, ending Australia’s reign as champions.

Steve Smith revisits ‘tricky and tough’ 2019 Ashes battle with Jofra Archer at Lord’s

IANS | October 31, 2025 4:48 PM

New Delhi, Oct 31 (IANS) Australia batter Steve Smith has revisited one of the most dramatic duels in modern Test cricket — his unforgettable clash with England speedster Jofra Archer during the 2019 Ashes at Lord’s. Speaking on Fox Cricket’s The Howie Games podcast with Mark Howard, Smith opened up about the fierce contest that left him bruised and concussed, but ultimately cemented his legend in Ashes folklore.

2nd T20I: Abhishek hits 68 as Australia bowl out India for 125

IANS | October 31, 2025 3:55 PM

Melbourne, Oct 31 (IANS) Left-handed opener Abhishek Sharma’s 68 off 37 balls was the lone bright spot in an otherwise underwhelming Indian batting display, as the visitors’ were bowled out for 125 in 18.4 overs in the second T20I against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday.

PKL 12: Both teams are strong, admits Dabang Delhi’s captain Ashu ahead of final vs Puneri Paltan

IANS | October 31, 2025 3:46 PM

New Delhi, Oct 31 (IANS) The stage is set for the grand finale of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12, with the top two teams in the league preparing to battle it out for the ultimate prize. After nearly two months of intense competition, thrilling comebacks, and record-breaking performances, the stage is now set for Puneri Paltan and Dabang Delhi K.C to be crowned champions at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium on Friday.

Seven days to history: India counts down to 100 years of hockey glory

IANS | October 31, 2025 3:29 PM

New Delhi, Oct 31 (IANS) A century ago, on November 7, 1925, Indian hockey became affiliated with the FIH - and what followed was not merely the rise of a sport, but the birth of national pride. Within three years came Amsterdam 1928, and with it a historic Olympic gold that announced India as a hockey superpower.