Rajgir, Aug 24 (IANS) As Japan men’s hockey team arrived in Bihar ahead of the Asia Cup Rajgir, aiming for their maiden podium finish in the tournament's history, skipper Raiki Fujishima said the team's main focus is to secure FIH 2026 World Cup qualification by winning the continental event.
New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant cherished the 'best memories' he made while batting alongside veteran Cheteshwar Pujara, who announced his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket on Sunday.
New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) With the BWF World Championships starting on Monday in the French capital, India’s star shuttlers are all geared up to shoulder the huge responsibility of continuing the medal streak at the mega event, which dates back to 2011.
New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) Former India captain and head coach Anil Kumble paid tribute to Cheteshwar Pujara after the latter announced his retirement, calling him ‘a great ambassador of the game’ who gave it all for his team.
New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) Veteran batter Cheteshwar Pujara on Sunday announced his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket, bringing the curtains down on a distinguished career highlighted by the art of batting for a long time in Tests.
Mackay, Aug 24 (IANS) Australia fast bowler Lance Morris has been ruled out of action for 12 months after opting to go for a surgery to solve his troublesome back issues. The long layoff will mean Morris is now out of contention for a spot in Australia’s squad for the Ashes, set to begin on November 21.
Kabul, Aug 24 (IANS) Afghanistan have announced their Asia Cup squad, mixed with seasoned campaigners and emerging players, all set to be led by their star player Rashid Khan.
Mysore, Aug 23 (IANS) Gulbarga Mystics defeated Bengaluru Blasters by seven wickets in the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 at the Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadiyar Stadium here on Saturday. Smaran R. (89 not out off 52) continued his scintillating form, scoring his fifth half-century of the season with eight fours and five sixes to take the Mystics to second on the points table with 12 points from nine matches.
New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) The double-header day in the 2025 Delhi Premier League (DPL) turned out to be a no-show as both matches at the Arun Jaitley Stadium were abandoned on Saturday due to persistent rain.
Kolkata, Aug 23 (IANS) Defending champions NorthEast United FC produced a dominant display to dismantle debutants Diamond Harbour FC 6-1 in the grand finale of the 134th Durand Cup at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan here on Saturday, sealing their second straight title in style.
