New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) After the Tests against the West Indies to the end of the all-format series against South Africa, Shubman Gill will be constantly playing in all formats for India – either as the captain in Tests and ODIs or vice-captain in T20Is.
New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) The enigmatic Jaipal Singh Munda, born as Pramod Pahan, in a Munda (tribal) family in Pahan Toli Village, Kunti sub-division of Ranchi district in the then Bengal Presidency, was the first true hero of Indian hockey, for his team went on to win the first Olympic gold medal in 1928. The Marang Gomke Hockey Stadium in Ranchi, Jharkhand, is a befitting tribute to this iconic leader.
New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) After the controversy sparked by the display of the national flag on the swimming trunks of the Indian men's water polo team during the Asian Aquatics Championship in Ahmedabad, the Swimming Federation of India has clarified the matter, saying the inclusion of the national flag on the athletes' competition wear adheres strictly to the World Aquatics regulations governing sportswear.
Dubai, Oct 9 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the launch of the inaugural ICC Women’s Cricket Week, a landmark initiative aimed at promoting and celebrating women’s game globally.
New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Veteran Australian pacer Mitchel Starc has said that captain Pat Cummins remains optimistic about making a significant impact in the Ashes, as he is able to find peak form and fitness quickly despite not being cleared to resume bowling.
New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Former Australian cricketer Ian Healy has advised selectors to avoid risking skipper Pat Cummins while he recovers from a stress fracture in his spine. The Aussies are set to face England for the iconic Ashes series starting November 21.
New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) As the sun broke through the post-rain haze over the Arun Jaitley Stadium, it brought the Indian team through a high-intensity net session that lasted over three hours on Wednesday. The mood was focused in everything they did – fitness drills, fielding sessions, batting and bowling practice.
New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) In a heartwarming gesture of camaraderie and team spirit, India head coach Gautam Gambhir hosted a special dinner for the national men’s cricket team and support staff at his residence in Delhi.
Chennai, Oct 8 (IANS) Aditya Shinde was in form yet again as Puneri Paltan brushed aside a resilient U Mumba 37-27 in Season 12 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) at the SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium on Wednesday night. It was a strong performance from the season 10 champions, who were losing at the start before the raider came off his own to secure the win.
New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) After a washout on Tuesday, the Archery Premier League (APL) saw the teams playing two matches each in two sessions on Wednesday at the Yamuna Sports Complex here in the national capital. At the end of the day, the unbeaten Rajputana Royals had taken their winning streak to seven, while the Kakatiya Knights succumbed to their sixth defeat.
