Leeds, June 24 (IANS) Rain halted England’s spirited pursuit of 371 on Day 5 of the first Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at Headingley, with the hosts well poised at 181 for no loss in 40.5 overs, after a sublime unbeaten century by Ben Duckett (105) and a composed 59 not out by Zak Crawley.
London, June 24 (IANS) The All England Club have confirmed that Sir Andy Murray is set to be honoured with a statue at Wimbledon during the 2027 edition of the tournament, which will mark 150 years since the tournament began.
Mumbai, June 24 (IANS) With six wins from seven games, Hyderabad Heroes have become the first team to make the semifinals of the inaugural season of the Rugby Premier League (RPL), and head coach DJ Forbes said they have achieved their first goal.
Chiang Mai, June 24 (IANS) It turned out to be a record-breaking day for the Indian women's national team as it bagged its biggest win in an official AFC match against Mongolia on Monday (June 23). It was also the fourth-biggest victory margin in the Blue Tigresses' history.
Chandigarh, June 24 (IANS) The Punjab Street Premier League (PSPL), a unique initiative that merges grassroots tennis-ball cricket with a powerful anti-drug social mission, was officially launched on Tuesday in Chandigarh.
Colombo, June 24 (IANS) Bangladesh head coach Phil Simmons expressed confidence ahead of the second Test against Sri Lanka, stating that the team's strong showing in the series opener has boosted morale, something not often seen in their recent Test history.
Johannesburg, June 24 (IANS) All the big names and rising stars set to headline Season 4 of SA20 will be confirmed at the fourth annual player auction, which will take place in Johannesburg on September 9.
Middlesbrough, June 24 (IANS) England's Middlesbrough Football Club have announced the appointment of Rob Edwards as the new head coach. A Premier League promotion winner, he joins the club on a three-year contract and is joined in the dugout by Adi Viveash and Harry Watling.
London, June 24 (IANS) Cecily Wellesley-Smith has signed her first professional contract with Arsenal. An 18-year-old defender and England youth international, Cecily joined Arsenal at the age of 17 in August 2024, having progressed through the youth system at Oxford United.
Mumbai, June 24 (IANS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Roger Binny mourned the demise of former left-arm spinner Dilip Doshi, who passed away at the age of 77 on Monday, and said he was a true artist of spin bowling who inspired a generation of cricketers with his skill and dedication.
