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There are no conditions on playing for your country, says coach Rajpal on Bhambri, Nagal's absence for Davis Cup

IANS | January 28, 2025 9:19 PM

New Delhi, Jan 28 (IANS) India will be without their highest-ranked singles and doubles players, Sumit Nagal and Yuki Bhambri, respectively, for the Davis Cup 2025 World Group I play-off tie against Togo scheduled here on February 1-2. The duo have made themselves unavailable because of some dispute with the administrators.

3rd T20I: Chakravarthy picks five wickets as England post 171 in Rajkot

IANS | January 28, 2025 9:02 PM

Rajkot, Jan 28 (IANS) England’s batting lineup stumbled under the pressure of India’s disciplined bowling, led by Varun Chakravarthy’s sensational five-wicket haul (5 for 24). Despite Liam Livingstone’s spirited knock of 43 off 24 balls and Ben Duckett’s aggressive 51 off 28 deliveries, England managed to post a moderate total of 171 for 9 in the third T20I at the Niranjan Shah Stadium here on Tuesday.

WPBL 2025: Bengaluru Jawans stage comeback to defeat Dilli Dillwale

IANS | January 28, 2025 8:21 PM

Mumbai, Jan 28 (IANS) Bengaluru Jawans delivered a thrilling comeback to secure a 3-2 victory over Dilli Dillwale on Day 5 of the World Pickleball League (WPBL) 2025 at the Cricket Club of India's Brabourne Stadium here on Tuesday. Katerina Stewart's sensational performances earned her the Player of the Tie accolade, as Bengaluru bounced back from 1-2 down to seal the win.

Vishwa Fernando joins Warwickshire for County Championship 2025

IANS | January 28, 2025 8:02 PM

Birmingham, Jan 28 (IANS) Sri Lankan left-arm seamer Vishwa Fernando is set to bolster Warwickshire's pace attack in the early stages of the 2025 County Championship. The experienced Test bowler, who has claimed 79 wickets in the longest format, will represent the Bears in their Division One matches in April.

PGTI Tour: Shat Mishra cards 66 to take the first-round lead at Pre-Qualifying II

IANS | January 28, 2025 7:38 PM

Jamshedpur, Jan 28 (IANS) Delhi-based teenage amateur Shat Mishra carded a five-under 66 to take the first-round lead at Pre-Qualifying II of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) Qualifying School 2025 being played at the Golmuri Golf Course here on Tuesday.

ILT20 Season 3: Vipers have the firepower; are real title contenders, says Harbhajan

IANS | January 28, 2025 7:12 PM

Dubai, Jan 28 (IANS) As the ILT20 Season 3 enters the exciting final phase of the competition, former India cricketer and legendary spinner Harbhajan Singh has been impressed with the level of competition and the exciting performances on display.

Indian women’s hockey stars Salima Tete and Nikki Pradhan to receive plots in Ranchi

IANS | January 28, 2025 7:06 PM

Ranchi, Jan 28 (IANS) The dream of owning a proper pucca house is finally coming true for Indian women’s hockey team captain Salima Tete and star defender Nikki Pradhan. Both players, who rose to fame while living in kutcha houses, will soon have their own homes in the posh Harmu Housing Colony of Ranchi, thanks to an initiative by the Jharkhand government.

Young players felt motivated training with Virat Kohli, says Delhi coach

IANS | January 28, 2025 6:46 PM

New Delhi, Jan 28 (IANS) India star Virat Kohli, who linked up with the Delhi Ranji Trophy squad at Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Tuesday, was the source of motivation for his young teammates while training ahead of their match against Railways, said former India off-spinner and head coach Sarandeep Singh.

Skipper Smith seeks adaptability as Australia prepare for spin trial in Sri Lanka

IANS | January 28, 2025 6:22 PM

Galle, Jan 28 (IANS) Australia’s stand-in captain Steven Smith has issued a clear message to his teammates as they gear up for a challenging two-Test series in Galle against Sri Lanka: be ready for spin and surprises. With his vast experience on the subcontinent, Smith knows all too well the challenges the surfaces in Sri Lanka pose, particularly in Galle, a venue infamous for its spin-friendly conditions.

Bumrah honoured with Sir Garfield Sobers Award for ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year

IANS | January 28, 2025 6:16 PM

Dubai, Jan 28 (IANS) In a year dominated by Jasprit Bumrah's sheer brilliance across formats, the Indian pace maestro was crowned the ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year for 2024, earning the prestigious Sir Garfield Sobers Award overtaking fellow nominees Travis Head, Joe Root and Harry Brook.

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There are no conditions on playing for your country, says coach Rajpal on Bhambri, Nagal's absence for Davis Cup

3rd T20I: Chakravarthy picks five wickets as England post 171 in Rajkot

WPBL 2025: Bengaluru Jawans stage comeback to defeat Dilli Dillwale

Vishwa Fernando joins Warwickshire for County Championship 2025

PGTI Tour: Shat Mishra cards 66 to take the first-round lead at Pre-Qualifying II

ILT20 Season 3: Vipers have the firepower; are real title contenders, says Harbhajan

Indian women’s hockey stars Salima Tete and Nikki Pradhan to receive plots in Ranchi

Young players felt motivated training with Virat Kohli, says Delhi coach

Skipper Smith seeks adaptability as Australia prepare for spin trial in Sri Lanka

Bumrah honoured with Sir Garfield Sobers Award for ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year

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