Sydney, Jan 5 (IANS) After 2014/15, Australia were winless in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on their home soil. But the tables turned under bright sunshine at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Sunday, as the hosts beat India to win the fifth Test by six wickets and clinch the series 3-1.
New Delhi, Jan 5 (IANS) India cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal put out a cryptic philosophical quote in the form of an intriguing social media post obliquely confirming the breakdown of his relationship with his wife Dhanashree Verma. The Insta story coming late evening added fire to the rumours circulating throughout the day.
Cape Town, Jan 4 (IANS) Opener Ryan Rickelton scored a brilliant maiden double century while Kyle Verreynne (100) and Marco Jansen made vital contributions as South Africa posted a mammoth first innings total before coming out to claim three early wickets to take a commanding lead in the second Test against Pakistan at the Newlands here on Saturday.
Coimbatore, Jan 4 (IANS) Kurukshetra Warriors, Sonipat Spartans, Palani Tuskers, and Karpagam Raiders won their respective matches in another exciting round of action on the second day of the 11th Yuva Kabaddi Series - Division 1 at the Karpagam Academy of Higher Education here on Saturday.
Rourkela, Jan 4 (IANS) SV Sunil, Victor Charlet, and Nilam Sanjeep Xess scored a goal each as Team Gonasika secured their first win of Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 beating Hyderabad Toofans 3-1 at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium here on Saturday. Sunil opened the scoring in the second minute for Team Gonasika and Charlet and Xess were successful in the 33rd and 60th minutes while Tim Brand (12`) scored the lone goal for Hyderabad Toofans.
Jamshedpur, Jan 4 (IANS) Jordan Murray and Muhammad Uvais scored in the final few minutes of the match as Jamshedpur FC came from behind to pip Bengaluru FC 2-1 in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season at the JRD Tata Sports Complex here on Saturday night. Bengaluru FC were ahead in the game courtesy of a goal from Alberto Noguera but a second-half blitz from Jamshedpur FC saw Murray score in the 84th minute and Muhammad Uvais strike in the final seconds of the game to seal an important win in the ongoing season.
Madrid, Jan 4 (IANS) Real Madrid striker Vinicius Junior risks a suspension of four to 12 matches for pushing the opposing team’s goalkeeper Stole Dimitrievski during the 79th minute of the La Liga match against Valencia, which ended 2-1 at the Mestella. After the incident, the Brazilian player was sent off. According to Spanish La Liga regulations, such aggressive behaviour without an attempt to play the ball is punishable by suspension.
Madrid (Spain), Jan 4 (IANS) The third round of the Copa del Rey in Spain continues with five matches on Sunday with the chance of some upsets as lower league sides play at home to top-flight rivals. Ourense from the third tier are at home to Valladolid, with the bottom side of La Liga probably more interested in ensuring top-flight survival than a cup run, which could leave it with tired legs for the battle to avoid relegation.
New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan and veteran New Zealand batter Ross Taylor will headline the roster for Delhi Royals, one of the seven franchises, in the Legend 90 League, which is set to be played in February 2025.
Brisbane, Jan 4 (IANS) In a battle between two of the biggest serves on the ATP Tour, Reilly Opelka came out on top against Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard in the Brisbane International here on Saturday. In an absorbing clash, the 6’11” Opelka earned a 6-3, 7-6(4) win against 6’8” Mpetshi Perricard to reach his first ATP Tour final since 2022.
