Monte Carlo, April 7 (IANS) Jannik Sinner made a dominant start to his campaign at the Monte-Carlo Masters, brushing aside Ugo Humbert in straight sets to move into the third round on Tuesday.
New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Former cricketer Tamim Iqbal has been appointed President of the ad-hoc committee of the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s (BCB) after the National Sports Council dissolved the existing board led by Aminul Islam. The move follows findings of irregularities in last year’s BCB elections, as highlighted by a government-appointed investigation panel.
Cardiff, April 7 (IANS) Former Arsenal midfielder and Wales football team captain Aaron Ramsey has decided to bring down curtains on his professional football career as the country's legendary player announced his retirement on Tuesday.
Sydney, April 7 (IANS) Former Australian opener David Warner has landed in legal trouble after being charged with drink driving on Sunday. The incident occurred in the suburb of Maroubra during a routine roadside breath-testing operation.
New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Virender Sehwag has advised players to avoid unnecessary confrontations in response to Ajinkya Rahane’s “jealousy” remark about critics during IPL 2026. The former India opener suggested that engaging in such exchanges serves little purpose, especially as scrutiny intensifies around Kolkata Knight Riders amid their winless start to the season.
New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) The ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 has so far belonged to a fearless new generation of cricketers who have made an immediate impact with bat, ball and in the field.
New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Sunrisers Hyderabad big-hitting batter Heinrich Klaasen has lavished praise on skipper Ishan Kishan, calling him a superb captain and adding the way the side responds to the young wicketkeeper-batter has been ‘just phenomenal’, apart from his calmness in decision making and willingness to lean on experienced players in the set-up.
Dubai, April 7 (IANS) Alana King has reclaimed the No.1 spot in the ICC Women’s ODI bowling rankings following a standout performance during Australia women's tour of the Caribbean. Her rise comes after a match-winning five-wicket haul in St Kitts.
Guwahati, April 7 (IANS) Former South African cricketer Faf Du Plessis has warned the Hardik Pandya-led side not to lose wickets in the powerplay and alsomake sure that Rajasthan Royals doesn't get a good start.
New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Former India captain Anil Kumble stressed Hardik Pandya’s irreplaceable value ahead of Mumbai Indians’ Indian Premier League (IPL) clash against Rajasthan Royals, stating that his absence could disrupt MI’s team balance and the team would require two players to fill in his shoes.
