Dubai, Aug 20 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) appeals panel on Thursday rescinded the demerit point imposed on Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium after reviewing an appeal against the 'Unsatisfactory' rating given to the venue’s pitch during the third ODI between Pakistan and Australia in June.
New Delhi, Aug 20 (IANS) India batting all-rounder Riyan Parag has opened up about his deep passion for English Premier League giants Manchester United, revealing that the legendary Cristiano Ronaldo was the biggest influence behind his love for the club.
London, Aug 20 (IANS) The Premier League returns for the 2026/27 season with Arsenal beginning their title defence, three clubs returning to the top flight and another campaign bringing together some of the world’s best players, managers and clubs.
New Delhi, Aug 20 (IANS) Badminton World Federation (BWF) secretary Thomas Lund brushed aside the plans to introduce a prize money system for the BWF World Championships, stating that the focus instead lies on "broadcast, broader aspects and helping players generate investment on their own".
Galle, Aug 20 (IANS) Veteran left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has expressed deep gratitude for his ongoing decade-plus stint with the Indian team, adding that sustaining a long career at the highest level requires immense hard work and perseverance.
New Delhi, Aug 20 (IANS) Badminton World Federation (BWF) secretary general Thomas Lund has praised the facilities and conditions at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex for the ongoing badminton World Championships, expressing satisfaction over the venue's rapid transformation following earlier controversies.
Sonepat, Aug 20 (IANS) Iran women’s kabaddi team took part in a series of practice matches against the Indian side at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Sonepat centre ahead of the upcoming Asian Games 2026.
New Delhi, Aug 20 (IANS) Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand are refusing to let the prospect of a World Championships medal alter their approach after the Indian women’s doubles pair reached the quarter-finals on Thursday, with the duo crediting the home crowd for helping them overcome seventh seeds Rin Iwanaga and Kie Nakanishi of Japan at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium.
Toronto, August 20 (IANS) Monty Desai has stepped down as head coach of the Canada men’s cricket team, bringing an end to his second stint with the side after just over three months in charge.
New Delhi, Aug 20 (IANS) Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand continued their stunning run at the BWF World Championships on Thursday, knocking out seventh seeds Rin Iwanaga and Kie Nakanishi of Japan 21-16, 21-12 to reach the women’s doubles quarter-finals at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi.
