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Qatar Open: Dominant Verdasco-Djokovic duo brush past Bublik-Khachanov in 48 minutes

IANS | February 17, 2025 9:37 PM

Doha, Feb 18 (IANS) Fernando Verdasco may be preparing for his retirement, but the Spaniard is showing he's still got plenty of firepower left in his game. Partnering with Novak Djokovic at the Qatar Open, the pair produced a dominant display in their doubles match on Monday, breezing past Alexander Bublik and Karen Khachanov 6-1, 6-1 in just 48 minutes to reach the second round.

La Liga: Four things we learned in Spain's matchday 24

IANS | February 17, 2025 9:22 PM

Madrid, Feb 17 (IANS) The Spanish La Liga has experienced quite a few changes every weekend as the race for the title hots up after Real Madrid were held to a draw. With FC Barcelona not playing until Monday night, there was a chance for other sides to try and pressure Hansi Flick's team over the weekend, but it wasn't to be.

InBL Pro U25: Gujarat Stallions stand tall with a two-point victory over Chennai Heat

IANS | February 17, 2025 8:41 PM

New Delhi, Feb 17 (IANS) In a nail-biting encounter that went down to the wire, the Gujarat Stallions avenged their earlier tournament loss with a hard-fought 74-72 victory over the Chennai Heat in the InBL Pro U25 basketball league at the Thyagraj Indoor Stadium here on Monday. Despite the win, the Stallions find themselves on the backfoot on a head-to-head basis as the Chennai Heat beat them by eight points in the previous encounter between the two teams.

This goal is crucial for me: East Bengal’s Crespo reflects on scoring return from injury layoff

IANS | February 17, 2025 8:29 PM

Kolkata, Feb 17 (IANS) After scoring a goal each in East Bengal FC's 3-1 win over Mohammedan Sporting Club in their away-leg derby at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Sunday evening, EBFC captains Naorem Mahesh Singh and Saul Crespo thanked the fans for their passionate support despite the team's capricious run in the current edition of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25.

I-League 2024-25: Debutant Rodriguez's late equaliser steals draw for Aizawl FC vs Churchill

IANS | February 17, 2025 7:59 PM

Aizawl, Feb 17 (IANS) Colombia’s Luis Rodríguez emerged as a hero on his I-League debut as his injury-time strike helped a beleaguered Aizawl FC salvage a 1-1 draw against leaders Churchill Brothers at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, on Monday. Remarkably, it was Aizawl’s only shot on target throughout the match.

WPL 2025: Kapp and Jonassen return, Ekta comes in as RCB elect to bowl first against DC

IANS | February 17, 2025 7:31 PM

Vadodara, Feb 17 (IANS) Experienced players Marizanne Kapp and Jess Jonassen return for the Delhi Capitals, while veteran spinner Ekta Bisht came in for Royal Challengers Bengaluru as captain Smriti Mandhana won the toss and elected to bowl first in Match Four of Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 at the Kotambi Stadium here on Monday.

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Shorey, Malewar build foundation for Vidarbha but Mumbai strike late

IANS | February 17, 2025 7:08 PM

Nagpur, Feb 17 (IANS) Half-centuries by Dhruv Shorey and Danish Malewar provided Vidarbha with a strong foundation on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy semifinal against defending champions Mumbai at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium here on Monday.

Mohammad Nabi looking beyond Champions Trophy, says 'future will depend on fitness'

IANS | February 17, 2025 6:40 PM

New Delhi, Feb 17 (IANS) Afghanistan's veteran all-rounder Mohammad Nabi, who was part of their first-ever ODI side, is still not thinking about hanging up his boots and is planning to play beyond the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy starting from February 19.

AFC U20 Asian Cup: Korea Republic clinch knockout spot with 4-1 win over Thailand

IANS | February 17, 2025 6:35 PM

Shenzhen, Feb 17 (IANS) Korea Republic secured their place in the knockout stage of the U-20 Asian Cup China 2025 with a dominant 4-1 victory over Thailand at the Shenzhen Youth Football Training Base Pitch 1 on Monday.

Bengaluru Open 2025: Kopriva, Schoolkate to lead tough field in main draw

IANS | February 17, 2025 6:28 PM

Bengaluru, Feb 17 (IANS) The 2025 Bengaluru Open, considered by many as India's premier international tennis event, will feature nine players ranked within the top 200 including Vit Kopriva, and Tristan Schoolkate, when it kicks off on February 24.

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Qatar Open: Dominant Verdasco-Djokovic duo brush past Bublik-Khachanov in 48 minutes

La Liga: Four things we learned in Spain's matchday 24

InBL Pro U25: Gujarat Stallions stand tall with a two-point victory over Chennai Heat

This goal is crucial for me: East Bengal’s Crespo reflects on scoring return from injury layoff

I-League 2024-25: Debutant Rodriguez's late equaliser steals draw for Aizawl FC vs Churchill

WPL 2025: Kapp and Jonassen return, Ekta comes in as RCB elect to bowl first against DC

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Shorey, Malewar build foundation for Vidarbha but Mumbai strike late

Mohammad Nabi looking beyond Champions Trophy, says 'future will depend on fitness'

AFC U20 Asian Cup: Korea Republic clinch knockout spot with 4-1 win over Thailand

Bengaluru Open 2025: Kopriva, Schoolkate to lead tough field in main draw

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