London, April 18 (IANS) Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta sang praises of Declan Rice for his performance across the two legs in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals against Real Madrid.
Bengaluru, April 18 (IANS) The toss for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings clash of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 was delayed due to rain at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Friday. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have had a rather unusual IPL 2025 campaign so far — flawless on the road with four wins in as many away games, yet winless at home with two consecutive defeats. They're back at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Friday night, hoping to finally break their losing streak on home turf.
Mumbai, April 18 (IANS) To celebrate the contribution of four of their biggest stars, Mumbai Indians have installed their life-size statues at Terminal 2 Arrivals of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) in Mumbai.
Jaipur, April 18 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson's participation is in doubt for the against Lucknow Super Giants on Saturday as the franchise awaits scan results on an injury to his side.
Manchester, April 18 (IANS) Manchester United defender Harry Maguire believes Olympique Lyonnais’ premature celebrations, after Alexandre Lacazette’s penalty, incentivised the squad to come back from two goals down in extra time. Despite trailing 2-4, courtesy of two Lyon goals in extra time, United rose to the occasion at Old Trafford and completed a historic comeback, which saw Maguire score the winner through a late header.
Sylhet, April 18 (IANS) Bangladesh head coach Phil Simmons has underlined the importance of preparing “proper wickets” rather than spin-heavy pitches as the national team begins a new chapter in Test cricket. With a two-match home series against Zimbabwe starting April 20 at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Simmons said the focus is on long-term development over short-term gains.
Jeddah, April 18 (IANS) Mercedes driver George Russell feels that his former teammate and seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton will deliver more magic in the ongoing season as he continues to get to grips with his new car at Ferrari. After ending his 12-year partnership with Mercedes, Hamilton has begun a new chapter with Scuderia this season and is still getting to grips with the SF-25. His best race finish so far has been P5 in Bahrain.
New Delhi, April 18 (IANS) A former Pakistan cricketer has expressed his desire for a biopic on his life and hopes it will be directed by either Anurag Kashyap or Farhan Akhtar.
Bournemouth, April 18 (IANS) Head coach Andoni Iraola confirmed forward Justin Kluivert is set to be available for Saturday’s Premier League game at Crystal Palace. The Netherlands international has missed AFC Bournemouth’s past three games due to injury. But speaking in his press conference ahead of the trip to Selhurst Park, Iraola is expecting the 25-year-old to be fit for selection.
New Delhi, April 18 (IANS) McLaren driver Oscar Piastri is high on confidence after winning the Bahrain Grand Prix last weekend, which helped him close the gap with teammate and championship leader Lando Norris to three points. The Australian is ready to carve out the best from his car in the upcoming races of the season.
