New Delhi, Nov 19 (IANS) As England prepares to walk into the fire of another Ashes summer, former Australian captain Ian Chappell has singled out one visiting batter who could face the fiercest scrutiny: Ollie Pope.
New Delhi, Nov 19 (IANS) Former Australian all-rounder Greg Matthews believes the upcoming Ashes series will be remembered as the moment Nathan Lyon secures his place among cricket’s greats, describing the veteran spinner as the most significant figure in Australia’s campaign.
Kingston, Nov 19 (IANS) The tiny Caribbean island of Curacao scripted one of the most extraordinary chapters in football history on Tuesday, becoming the smallest nation ever to qualify for the FIFA World Cup.
New Delhi, Nov 18 (IANS) Shashi Tharoor has heaped praise on Karnataka’s rising batting star Ravichandran Smaran, calling attention to his extraordinary domestic form and lamenting how players like him often remain under-recognised.
Mumbai, Nov 18 (IANS) Pranavi Urs became the first woman player to hold a share of the lead at any point on the IGPL Tour. With a round of 6-under 62, she shares the lead with Karandeep Kochhar after the first day of the IGPL Invitational Mumbai.
Digboi, Nov 18 (IANS) PGTI ranking leader Yuvraj Sandhu announced his return to one of his favourite venues, the Digboi Golf Links, with a classy seven-under 65 to take a two-shot lead in round one of the Rs 1 crore Digboi Masters 2025.
New Delhi, Nov 18 (IANS) Stuart Broad has conceded he still does not know how to dismiss Steve Smith, warning that the Ashes could turn into a “long series” for England if they fail to remove Australia’s premier batter early.
New Delhi, Nov 18 (IANS) During the launch of ASMITA women’s league social media handles, Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Khadse, honoured members of the bronze-winning Indian (under-20) women’s rugby team here on Tuesday, with Olympian Manu Bhaker, present at the event, praising the initiative.
Ahmedabad, Nov 18 (IANS) For 20-year-old para-athlete Saurabh Sharma, the upcoming Adani Ahmedabad Marathon represents more than just a race; it symbolises his progress in sport and personal growth. A visually impaired runner from Himachal Pradesh, Saurabh has competed on prominent para-athletics platforms both nationally and internationally. Participating in the Ahmedabad Marathon will be a significant new milestone in his inspiring journey.
London, Nov 18 (IANS) England forward Lauren Hemp has returned to the national squad for the first time since Euro 2025 after recovering from an ankle injury, while fellow attacker Lauren James has been left out despite recently returning to club action.
