WPL 2025: Simran comes in for Hemalatha as GG opt to bowl first against MI

IANS | March 10, 2025 7:28 PM

Mumbai, March 10 (IANS): The Gujarat Giants (GG) won the toss and elected to bowl first against the Mumbai Indians (MI) in the 19th match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 at the Brabourne Stadium here on Monday. For the Gujarat Giants, Dayalan Hemalatha goes out while Simran Shaikh comes back in, whereas Mumbai Indians are playing with the same playing XI that took part in their previous match.

Winning unbeaten makes this even more special, Rohit Sharma after India's CT 2025 triumph

IANS | March 10, 2025 6:31 PM

New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) After leading India to an unbeaten ICC Men’s Champions Trophy victory, captain Rohit Sharma opened up about the team’s journey, overcoming challenges, and his personal outlook on the future. Rohit shared insights into India’s approach, their ability to handle adversity, and the evolution of their mindset since past tournament heartbreaks. India’s Champions Trophy campaign was nothing short of remarkable. In the final, they defeated New Zealand by four wickets at the Dubai International Stadium.

ARC's Ira Teny bags gold at Weekend Horse Show in showjumping

IANS | March 10, 2025 6:01 PM

Mumbai, March 10 (IANS) The Amateur Riders’ Club (ARC) Weekend Horse Show No.3 is being held at the iconic Mahalaxmi racecourse in Mumbai on Sunday. On the second day of the event, Ira Teny secured first place in Showjumping (70cm-80cm) while riding on her horse ‘Knighthood’.

Bhavani Devi upsets Olympic medallist Ozaki but falls short in Coupe Acropolis main draw

IANS | March 10, 2025 5:45 PM

Athens, March 10 (IANS) Indian fencer Bhavani Devi produced a moment of brilliance at the 2025 Coupe Acropolis, defeating Japan’s Olympic and World Championships medallist Seri Ozaki in a nail-biting contest. However, her campaign was cut short in the next round as she suffered a setback against China’s Zhang Xinyi in the Table of 64 match.

CWG Federation rebranded as Commonwealth Sport

IANS | March 10, 2025 5:25 PM

London, March 10 (IANS) The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) has changed its name to Commonwealth Sports under the 'More in Common' brand campaign. The announcement was made on the occasion of Commonwealth Day, an annual celebration of the Commonwealth of Nations held on the second Monday in March.

ISL 2024-25: Mumbai City need a point against Bengaluru FC to secure top six spot

IANS | March 10, 2025 5:03 PM

Bengaluru, March 10 (IANS) Bengaluru FC will host Mumbai City FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium here on Tuesday. Placed seventh with 33 points, the Islanders need just a draw to edge past the sixth-positioned Odisha FC (33) and qualify for the playoffs. The Islanders, however, are winless in their previous four games, drawing and losing twice each. The Blues have made the cut for the top-six and are presently fourth in the standings with 38 points from 23 encounters.