Delhi's JLN Stadium to be redeveloped into world-class Sports City: Sources

IANS | November 10, 2025 5:31 PM

New Delhi, Nov 10 (IANS) The iconic Jawaharlal Nehru (JLN) Stadium in the national capital is all set for a major transformation, with plans underway to dismantle and rebuild it into a modern ‘Sports City’ that will cater to multiple sporting disciplines and include accommodation facilities for athletes, a Sports Ministry source confirmed on Monday.

Head coach Gambhir calls conversations with players who don’t make the XI ‘toughest job’ of his role

IANS | November 10, 2025 5:12 PM

New Delhi, Nov 10 (IANS) India head coach Gautam Gambhir revealed that the most challenging aspect of his job as the head coach is dealing with conversations with deserving players who don’t make the cut for the playing XI. The 44-year-old has faced severe backlash lately as fans and pundits criticise his decisions to drop an in-form player from the XI to accommodate others.

Labuschagne reveals how ‘slightly different’ approach led to Ashes call-up

IANS | November 10, 2025 3:40 PM

New Delhi, Nov 10 (IANS) Australia batter Marnus Labuschagne said that he took things ‘slightly differently’ this year, which helped him bring about a change in his thought process and walk out to bat with a clear mind. The 31-year-old, after suffering a few setbacks, put up top-notch performances in the domestic games, leading to his Ashes call-up.

Blunt conversation after England loss was our turning point in WC: Muzumdar

IANS | November 10, 2025 3:12 PM

New Delhi, Nov 10 (IANS) Indian women’s head coach Amol Muzumdar credited a candid team meeting during the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup group stage as the turning point in the side’s triumphant campaign. After three consecutive losses to Australia, South Africa, and England, India went on an unbeaten run to eventually win its first-ever World Cup title on home soil.

Shree Charani, Kranti are perfect examples of WPL's success: Muzumdar

IANS | November 10, 2025 2:52 PM

New Delhi, Nov 10 (IANS) India women’s head coach Amol Muzumdar cited Shree Charani and Kranti Goud as ‘perfect examples’ of the growing impact of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), saying that the tournament is playing a pivotal role in expanding the talent pool in the country.