Kansas, June 16 (IANS) Lionel Messi-led Argentina launch their FIFA World Cup title defence at Kansas City Stadium against two-time African champions Algeria in Group J on Wednesday.
Ranchi, June 16 (IANS) The inaugural Jharkhand T20 Cricket League continues to gather momentum as a key platform for emerging cricketers, with talent scouts from Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises Mumbai Indians (MI) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) arriving in Ranchi to assess promising players.
New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) India goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu has backed defending champions Argentina as one of the leading contenders to retain the FIFA World Cup title in 2026 while expressing hope that an Asian nation can make a deep run in the tournament.
Headingley, June 16 (IANS) A shift in venue could force Australia's first major selection decision of the tournament when they meet Bangladesh at Headingley.
Headingley, June 16 (IANS) Australia head into their second Group 1 fixture against Bangladesh with confidence high after dismantling South Africa by 65 runs in their tournament opener. The comprehensive victory, coupled with a superior net run rate, has placed them at the top of the standings ahead of India.
Auckland, June 16 (IANS) Hockey India congratulated midfielder Jyoti on reaching a significant milestone of 100 International Caps during India's match against Japan at the FIH Women’s Hockey Nations Cup in New Zealand on Tuesday.
New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) Making an international debut is often described as a whirlwind of emotions, but for Harsh Dubey, composure proved as important as preparation. The left-arm spinner, who recently earned his maiden India cap, revealed that adaptability, rather than sticking rigidly to pre-match strategies, was key to helping him settle into international cricket.
New Jersey, June 16 (IANS) The 2022 runners France will take on Senegal in a Group I curtain-raiser at New Jersey Stadium on Wednesday. A fixture steeped in memories, with Senegal having memorably defeated the then-reigning champions France 1-0 in the tournament opener at Korea/Japan 2002.
New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) Harmanpreet Kaur-led Team India reached Leeds for their second group stage clash against the Netherlands, scheduled to be played on Wednesday at Headingley. The Women in Blue are coming off an emphatic win in their campaign opener, beating arch-rivals Pakistan by 64 runs.
New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) India’s top-ranked singles player Sumit Nagal has lashed out at the refereeing standard in tennis after a controversial umpiring call during his opening-round match at the Poznan Challenger.
