New Delhi, Sep 2 (IANS) World No. 2 Alexander Zverev, who lifted his maiden Grand Slam title at the French Open earlier this year, is now looking to build on that breakthrough and challenge for another major title in New York.
New Delhi, Sep 2 (IANS) Former India wicketkeeper-batter Deep Dasgupta believes India should begin preparing for life beyond Ravindra Jadeja in Test cricket, arguing after the team’s recent two-Test series in Sri Lanka that the veteran all-rounder is no longer producing the same impact as a frontline spinner and that the management must develop its next generation of bowling options.
Southampton, Sep 2 (IANS) Hampshire has confirmed that New Zealand’s seam-bowling all-rounder Scott Kuggeleijn will not represent the club in their remaining County Championship games following severe public and staff backlash over his signing in the ongoing season.
New Delhi, Sep 2 (IANS) Masters Champion and current Race to Dubai leader Patrick Reed, along with fellow winner at Augusta National, Bubba Watson, have confirmed their participation in the star-studded 2026 India Championship.
New Delhi, Sep 2 (IANS) Former South Africa cricketer Jonty Rhodes said India’s ODI captain Shubman Gill must embrace support from senior stars such as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli while staying true to his leadership style. Rhodes backed the youngster to thrive as a skipper despite the intense pressures of international captaincy.
London, Sep 2 (IANS) India's Anahat Singh and Ramit Tandon made winning starts to their London Squash Classic campaigns, advancing to the pre-quarterfinals of the PSA Gold tournament with straight-game victories, while Veer Chotrani bowed out in the opening round on Wednesday.
New Delhi, Sep 2 (IANS) Former South Africa cricketer Jonty Rhodes believes having someone of Rohit Sharma's vast experience in the Indian squad will be an invaluable asset for the two-time champions as they go further in their plans to prepare for the 2027 ICC Men’s ODI World Cup.
Lucknow, Sep 2 (IANS) Defending champions Kashi Rudras captain Karan Sharma has expressed confidence in his side to carry their winning momentum into the playoffs of the UPT20 league 2026. Having finished third in the league stage with five wins and 10 points, Kashi Rudras will need to defeat Noida Super Kings in the Eliminator to keep their hopes of securing a consecutive title alive.
New York, Sep 2 (IANS) Portugal’s Jaime Faria will take another significant step in his rapidly developing career when he faces defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in the second round of the US Open on Wednesday, with the 23-year-old arriving at Arthur Ashe Stadium after claiming a landmark five-set victory over American Jenson Brooksby and insisting he is determined to continue pushing his limits.
Bengaluru, Sep 2 (IANS) Captain Tilak Varma hit an unbeaten half-century to lead South Zone to a comfortable seven-wicket victory over North Zone in the 2026/27 Duleep Trophy semi-final and secure their place in the title clash, where they will take on East Zone.
