Joe Root surpasses Steve Smith for most Test hundreds among active cricketers

IANS | July 11, 2025 6:04 PM

London, July 11 (IANS) Joe Root added another golden chapter to his illustrious Test career on Friday at Lord’s, crafting his 37th Test hundred in style to become the most prolific active century-maker in the format during the third Test match of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series, here at the Lord's.

Over 2,000 players to compete in Esports World Cup in Riyadh

IANS | July 10, 2025 10:45 PM

Riyadh (Saudi Arabia), July 10 (IANS) The opening press conference for the 2025 Esports World Cup (EWC) was held in Riyadh, marking the start of the world's largest esports and gaming festival. The 2025 Esports World Cup (EWC) opened on Thursday evening with a star-studded opening ceremony.

Sports Minister Dr. Mandaviya seeks full power to Fit India Sundays on Cycle

IANS | July 10, 2025 10:29 PM

New Delhi, July 10 (IANS) Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya has urged citizens to keep the momentum going for the Fit India Sundays on Cycle movement with full power ahead of the 31st edition of the cycling drive, scheduled pan-India with Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) on July 13.