KKR announce first-of-its-kind Trophy Tour ahead of IPL 2025

IANS | February 12, 2025 4:30 PM

Kolkata, Feb 12 (IANS) Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have announced a first-of-its-kind Trophy Tour ahead of the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Last year, they won their third IPL title, adding to the ones they claimed in 2012 and 2014.

Samaranch lays out a modernizing vision for the IOC presidency

IANS | February 11, 2025 11:27 PM

Harbin (China), Feb 11 (IANS) International Olympic Committee (IOC) presidential candidate Juan Antonio Samaranch Jr. has declared his desire to modernize the Olympic Movement while safeguarding its core values. Samaranch's manifesto is built around six core pillars, emphasizing governance, sustainability, athlete welfare and inclusivity, as well as a call to refine the host city selection process.

WTT removes mandatory participation requirement, awards wildcard for Olympic champs

IANS | February 11, 2025 11:20 PM

Beijing, Feb 11 (IANS) World Table Tennis (WTT) announced on Tuesday a host of significant changes to the WTT Series' rules, showcasing its commitment to offering a better playing environment for athletes. One notable change is the removal of the mandatory participation requirement for all WTT Grand Smashes, effective immediately, aiming at providing greater flexibility for athletes.

InBL Pro U25: Jack Purchase’s 32-point game lifts Hyderabad Falcons to thrilling win

IANS | February 11, 2025 11:09 PM

New Delhi, Feb 11 (IANS) The Hyderabad Falcons edged out the Punjab Warriors in a nail-biting 88-84 win in the InBL Pro U25 basketball league at the Thyagraj Indoor Stadium here on Tuesday. Jack Purchase stole the spotlight with a stunning 32-point performance, carrying the Falcons to victory while converting over 70% of his shots from the three-point line.