Mumbai, June 11 (IANS) Pakistan’s Olympic champion in javelin throw, Arshad Nadeem, will get a financial boost for his sports complex to produce more champions as the country's government has allocated 50 million PKR (180k US dollars), a news report said on Thursday.
Mysuru, June 11 (IANS) Riya Jadon, who turned professional this season, was the standout performer on the opening day of the 7th Leg of the Women’s Pro Golf Tour at the Jayachamaraja Wadiyar Golf Club in Mysuru on Thursday. The teenager, who is barely 17, closed the first day with two birdies to card 3-under 67 and take the pole position.
Kolkata, June 11 (IANS) History was scripted in the Bengal T20 League Season 3 at Eden Gardens on Thursday as Karan Lal produced a sensational all-round performance, smashing 145 off just 64 deliveries, including 14 sixes and seven fours, to power Servotech Siliguri Strikers to a commanding 73-run victory over Adamas Howrah Warriors.
New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) will host the inaugural edition of the Indian Athletic Awards on June 20 in Delhi, in a landmark initiative aimed at recognising excellence in Indian athletics and celebrating the individuals who continue to drive the sport forward.
Bengaluru, June 11 (IANS) Indian cricket legend and Karnataka icon Rahul Dravid unveiled the trophy for this year's Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 in Bengaluru on Thursday, marking another milestone in the build-up to the fifth edition of Karnataka's premier franchise-based T20 tournament.
New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Windswept conditions and high stakes tested the grit of India's finest young golfers on Day 2 of the 24th NCR Cup Junior Golf Tournament at the Delhi Golf Club. With valuable World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) points on the line, the marquee Category A and B divisions battled the championship Lodhi Course, while the sub-junior categories commenced their campaigns on the picturesque, 9-hole Peacock Course.
Cardiff, June 11 (IANS) India bowling coach Aavishkar Salvi said the two warm-up matches ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup provided valuable exposure and confidence to the squad ahead of opening their campaign against Pakistan in Birmingham on Sunday.
London, June 11 (IANS) Surrey wicketkeeper‑batter Kira Chathli has been named captain of England A for the upcoming women’s series against India A, which will feature three T20s and three 50‑over matches to be played in late June and early July.
London, June 11 (IANS) England men’s managing director Rob Key said there is “no rush” to take a call on Ben Stokes’ future as an England player and remained non-committal about him being the captain, while adding that he’s also considering enforcing a complete alcohol ban on the side.
New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) India may not have the national team taking part in the mega event, but the craze for the biggest ever FIFA World Cup 2026 is high among the fans who are willing to witness their favourite footballers performing on the global stage.
