HIL 2024-25: Hyderabad Toofans secure sudden death win over Soorma Hockey Club

IANS | January 11, 2025 9:22 PM

Rourkela, Jan 11 (IANS) Hyderabad Toofans beat Soorma Hockey Club 1-1 (4-3 SO) in penalty shootouts in the Hockey India League 2024-25 at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium here on Saturday. Nicolas Della Torre (8’) powered Soorma Hockey Club into the lead in the first quarter but Amandeep Lakra (40’) pulled the Hyderabad Toofans back onto level terms with a fierce drag flick. And Dominic Dixson’s heroics in sudden death secured the bonus point for Hyderabad Toofans.

Shami returns as India name 15-member squad for T20I series vs England

IANS | January 11, 2025 9:13 PM

Mumbai, Jan 11 (IANS) The Men’s Selection Committee brought back pacer Mohammad Shami, and spinner Varun Chakravarthy while resting wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant in India’s 15-member squad for the upcoming five-match T20I series against England starting from January 22 in Kolkata.

ISL 2024-25: Kasimov scores late-winner to shock Bengaluru FC on home turf

IANS | January 11, 2025 8:44 PM

Bengaluru, Jan 11 (IANS) Mohammedan SC defeated Bengaluru FC by 1-0 to grab hold of their second victory of the current season in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium here on Saturday evening. A late free-kick by Mirjalol Kasimov sealed the deal for the visitors, as the Blues fell for their fourth loss of the season.

FA Cup: Liverpool cruise past Accrington Stanley with 4-0 win

IANS | January 11, 2025 8:30 PM

Liverpool, Jan 11 (IANS) Liverpool advanced to the fourth round of the Emirates FA Cup with an impressive 4-0 win over Accrington Stanley on Saturday afternoon at the Anfield Stadium. The Reds dominated the match, showcasing their attacking flair and solid defense.

India’s rising stars ready to shine at India Open 2025

IANS | January 11, 2025 8:20 PM

New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS) As the India Open 2025 approaches, excitement builds not only for the presence of seasoned champions but also for the promising talents who are set to make their mark on one of the most prestigious badminton stages.

IWL 2024-25: Sethu FC edge past newcomers Sribhumi FC

IANS | January 11, 2025 7:31 PM

Chennai, Jan 11 (IANS) Former champions Sethu FC defeated newly-promoted Sribhumi FC 1-0 to make a winning start in their 2024-25 Indian Women’s League (IWL) campaign at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here on Saturday. After a closely-fought first half, Ugandan midfielder Amnah Nababi’s volley at the hour mark earned all three points for Shareef Khan’s side against last season’s IWL 2 champions.

ITF J300: India's Maaya annexes singles title, Hwang emerges boys champion

IANS | January 11, 2025 7:15 PM

New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS) India's Maaya Rajeshwaran capped an impressive week in a befitting manner, emerging the girls' singles champion at the ITF J300 event while Korean player Donghyon Hwang grabbed the boys' singles title at the Delhi Lawn Tennis Association (DLTA) Complex here on Saturday.

Jonty Rhodes backs Kohli, Rohit, says laying blame of BGT defeat on two people is harsh

IANS | January 11, 2025 6:57 PM

New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS) Indian top order batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have borne a majority of the brunt for India’s 1-3 defeat in the recently-concluded 2024/25 Border Gavaskar Trophy series in Australia. However, former South African great Jonty Rhodes has backed the duo, claiming that India’s two series victory in Australia have resulted in the fans forgetting the conditions are tough in Down Under.

Pakistan recall spinners Sajid, and Abrar for West Indies Tests

IANS | January 11, 2025 6:01 PM

Lahore, Jan 11 (IANS) Pakistan have recalled the spin duo of Sajid Khan and Abrar Ahmed for the upcoming two-match home Test series against West Indies, to be played in Multan from January 17. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) made seven changes in the squad that toured South Africa and faced a 0-2 whitewash in the Test series.