New Delhi, July 18 (IANS) Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has shared his assessment of Shubman Gill’s captaincy during the ongoing Test series against England, highlighting how toss outcomes have influenced match results. He advised Gill to follow ex-skipper Virat Kohli's approach: "Win the toss and bat; put runs on the board."
New Delhi, July 18 (IANS) Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has backed the young Indian team to bounce back and level the ongoing Test series in England, stressing that panic after defeats could derail momentum.
Turin, July 17 (IANS) The ATP Finals will continue to be hosted in Turin at least through 2026, the Italian Tennis and Padel Federation confirmed on Thursday, offering short-term clarity amid growing political uncertainty about the tournament’s future in Italy.
Antwerpen, July 17 (IANS) The India A Men's Hockey Team suffered an unfortunate 1-3 loss in their European tour against Belgium at the Sportcentrum WilrijksePlein in Antwerpen, Belgium. Captain Sanjay led his side from the front and scored the solitary goal for the Indian team.
New Delhi, July 17 (IANS) India's campaign at the World University Games in Germany got off to a mixed start on Thursday, with teenage swimmer Rohit Benedicton providing the day's standout performance by shattering a national record in the men’s 50m butterfly, even as other Indian athletes struggled to make an impact across multiple disciplines.
Kolkata, July 17 (IANS) Asia’s oldest football tournament, the Durand Cup, is all set to kick off on July 23 with a significant increase in prize money, fresh venues, and expanded international presence. But while the tournament is poised for another vibrant edition, its build-up has been clouded by the ongoing uncertainty surrounding Indian club football — particularly the Indian Super League (ISL).
Bristol, July 17 (IANS) Gloucestershire legend Tom Smith has officially announced his retirement from professional cricket at the end of his club's T20 Blast campaign.
Hosur (Tamil Nadu), July 17 (IANS) Neha Tripathi, one of the most experienced stars on the Indian women’s circuit, produced a stunning 7-under 65 that catapulted her into a 3-shot lead after the second round of the Rs 15 lakh ninth Leg of the Women’s Pro Golf Tour at the Clover Greens.
Beckenham, July 17 (IANS) Ahead of a do-or-die fourth Test against England in Manchester, India are sweating over the availability of vice-captain Rishabh Pant, who suffered a left index finger injury while keeping in Lord’s Test.
Ranchi, July 17 (IANS) Long before it became Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s trademark on the world stage, the iconic helicopter shot was just a street-smart stroke played on dusty grounds in Ranchi -- first perfected by Santosh Lal, fondly known as Bunty.
