Mackay, Aug 22 (IANS) Bangladesh pacer Shoriful Islam believes his team are still firmly in the second Test despite a difficult opening day against Australia, insisting that their chance to turn the contest around will come when they bowl again.
New Delhi, Aug 22 (IANS) North Delhi Strikers Women produced a disciplined bowling and fielding performance to defend their total of 141/4 and defeat South Delhi Superstarz Women by 10 runs in the Delhi Premier League, making it two wins from two matches and taking them to the top of the points table.
Zandvoort (the Netherlands), Aug 22 (IANS) Mercedes driver George Russell on Saturday won the Sprint race at Zandvoort on F1's return from the summer break as Ferrari's Charles Leclerc pipped McLaren driver and reigning world champion Lando Norris.
Chandigarh, Aug 22 (IANS) The excitement is building up as the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League 2026 is all set to begin on August 30 at the I.S. Bindra Stadium in Chandigarh. Six teams will battle it out for the coveted title, with some of Punjab’s finest cricketing talent set to take centre stage.
Amstelveen, Aug 22 (IANS) The Indian women’s hockey team faces a must-win battle against Australia in their decisive fixture at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 on Sunday, with the second semifinal spot from Pool E still up for grabs.
London, Aug 22 (IANS) Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has praised Joao Pedro’s personality and leadership qualities after the Brazilian forward committed his long-term future to the club by signing a new contract until 2034.
Colombo, Aug 22 (IANS) India head coach Gautam Gambhir dismissed concerns over team rankings and heightened media scrutiny, adding that his sole priority is winning trophies rather than acing the popularity contest as his side prepare for the second Test against Sri Lanka, starting at the SSC Ground on Sunday.
New Delhi, Aug 22 (IANS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is yet to find the title sponsor of the Indian cricket team for home matches, as not much interest has been shown in acquiring the rights due to the steep pricing.
Mumbai, Aug 22 (IANS) Five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Mumbai Indians on Saturday have appointed former first-class cricketer Zubin Bharucha as their Director of Performance across the franchise's global ecosystem.
London, Aug 22 (IANS) Chelsea forward Joao Pedro has signed a new contract with the Premier League club that will keep him at Stamford Bridge until 2034, the Blues announced on Saturday.
