Kuala Lumpur, Aug 13 (IANS) Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen will face a strong challenge in his opening round at the Badminton World Championships as he runs into top seed Chinese Shi Yu Qi, as the draws for the marquee event, scheduled to be held in Paris between August 25 and 31, were announced on Wednesday.
Darwin (Australia), Aug 13 (IANS) South Africa’s fast bowling all-rounder Corbin Bosch has been penalised for a Level 1 breach of the ICC Code of Conduct during the second T20I against Australia held on Tuesday. As a result, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said one demerit point has been added to Bosch’s disciplinary record.
New Delhi, Aug 13 (IANS) Former India batter Suresh Raina shared an unusual fan encounter linked to one of the biggest sixes hit by him during the inaugural IPL season in 2008. Raina, a member of the Indian team winning 2011 ODI World Cup and 2013 Champions Trophy, had finished his playing career as a four-time IPL winner with the Chennai Super Kings.
New Delhi, Aug 13 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Wednesday cancelled the bail of Olympian wrestler Sushil Kumar, a prime accused in the murder case of junior national wrestling champion Sagar Dhankar, asking him to surrender within a week.
New Delhi, Aug 13 (IANS) The All India Football Federation has confirmed that Khalid Jamil has signed a two-year contract, with an option to extend for another year, as the head coach of the Indian Senior Men's National Team.
New Delhi, Aug 13 (IANS) Everton announced the season-long loan signing of Jack Grealish from Manchester City on Tuesday. The footballing superstar revealed the inspiration behind selecting the number 18 shirt came from English greats Wayne Rooney and Paul Gascoigne.
Brisbane, Aug 13 (IANS) Captain Radha Yadav starred with the ball to pick 3-45, before Yastika Bhatia and Shafali Verma’s 77-run opening stand set up India A’s three-wicket win over Australia ‘A’ in the first 50-over game at the Ian Healy Oval on Wednesday.
New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) East Delhi Riders showcased grit and composure to edge past Purani Dilli 6 by five wickets in another thrilling encounter in the second edition of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Tuesday..
Budapest (Hungary), Aug 12 (IANS) India's top middle and long-distance runner Gulveer Singh proved his versatility as he came up with an impressive performance to set the national record in men's 3000m to add to the marks he already owns in 5000m and 10000m. Gulveer Singh came up with an imperious performance in the Gyulai István Memorial, also called the Hungarian Athletics Grand Prix.
Gwalior, Aug 12 (IANS) Jaipur Veers defeated MP Hathodas 18-14 while Sher-e-Ludhia enjoyed an incredible 22-4 victory over Mumbai Muscle in entertaining clashes on the arm-wrestling table across both the undercard and main card fixtures on Day 8 of the Pro Panja League Season 2 here on Tuesday.
