Darwin, Aug 16 (IANS) Bangladesh have managed to pull off a miraculous win over Australia in the first Test match of the ongoing two-game series. Najmul Hossain Shanto's team tamed a full-strength Australian side in Darwin on Sunday to achieve what will be remembered far from the boundary ropes and for ages to come.
Darwin, Aug 16 (IANS) Australia batter Steve Smith admitted his side was simply outplayed by Bangladesh in all three departments after suffering a historic nine-wicket defeat in the opening Test of the two-match series at Marrara Oval on Sunday.
New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) Heinrich Klaasen has set his sights on winning trophies for the teams that he plays for after having hung up his boots from international cricket. Klaasen, who is plying his trade for Manchester Super Giants in the ongoing The Hundred gears up for the final against 2022 champions Trent Rockets on Sunday in what is a rematch of 2022's final.
New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) PV Sindhu's improved consistency in 2026 has been the product of work away from the spotlight as much as of what she has produced on court, with the Indian revealing that her sports-science, strength and conditioning and physiotherapy teams have played a central role in preparing her for the World Championships in New Delhi.
Darwin, Aug 16 (IANS) Bangladesh fast bowler Hasan Mahmud credited disciplined execution and complete dedication after being named Player of the Match following his side’s historic nine-wicket victory over Australia in the opening Test at Marrara Oval on Sunday.
New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) PV Sindhu's five World Championships medals have been built across more than a decade of highs and disappointments, and as she begins another campaign in New Delhi on Monday, the ace Indian shuttler said the setbacks she experienced along the way played a major role in shaping the player she has become.
New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) PV Sindhu will enter the BWF World Championships 2026 in New Delhi on Monday with the confidence of a Japan Open title behind her and the added motivation of competing in front of a home crowd, as the former world champion looks to end a seven-year wait for another World Championships medal.
Galle, Aug 16 (IANS) Relentless and stop-start rain since Sunday morning has finally relented to pave the way for play to commence on day two of the first Test between India and Sri Lanka, with action now set to commence at 2:35pm at the Galle International Stadium here on Sunday.
New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) The colours of the Tiranga, the rhythm of patriotic music and the energy of cyclists and fitness enthusiasts came together at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here on Sunday as the 86th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle sustained the spirited Independence Day celebration over this weekend.
New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty are relishing the opportunity to compete at their first BWF World Championships on home soil, with the star men’s doubles pair saying the support of the home crowd could prove a significant advantage as they target a deep run in the biennial tournament.
