Kolkata, Feb 25 (IANS) East Bengal FC will host Hyderabad FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK) here on Wednesday. East Bengal FC have won twice in a row coming into this match. However, their prospects of qualifying for the top six are extremely difficult.
Lahore, Feb 25 (IANS) The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken serious note of a security breach that occurred during the ICC Champions Trophy match between New Zealand and Bangladesh in Rawalpindi, where a spectator entered the field of play and attempted to hug Kiwi batter Rachin Ravindra.
Hyderabad, Feb 25 (IANS) In what could be a huge fillip to the Olympic sport of rowing, the iconic Hussain Sagar Lake will stage the country’s first-ever city-based league – Asmita Rowing League – from Wednesday (Feb 26) onwards. Eight teams will be in the fray in the league backed by the Government of India’s Khelo India mission.
Rawalpindi, Feb 25 (IANS) The Champions Trophy Group B fixture between Australia and South Africa was abandoned without a toss due to incessant rain in Rawalpindi on Tuesday.
Liverpool, Feb 25 (IANS) Liverpool head coach Arne Slot praised Mohamed Salah for his incredible form so far this season. The Dutchman surely backs his prized forward to be in the top nominees for the coveted Ballon d’Or Trophy and hopes his team will help Salah win the award. Salah’s goal against Manchester City on Sunday was his 30th goal of the ongoing season, across all competitions, whilst also providing 21 assists adding to his staggering numbers this season.
Lahore, Feb 25 (IANS) Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi said the Champions Trophy game against England is a tough challenge for them but expressed confidence in their abilities to beat the opponent to stay in the hunt for the semi-final race.
Sharjah, Feb 25 (IANS) The Indian senior women's team will face the Korea Republic in their third and final friendly match at the Pink Ladies Cup at the Al Hamriya Sports Club Stadium here on Wednesday. On Sunday, the Blue Tigresses went down fighting 0-2 to Russia, conceding mid-way through the first half and deep in injury time. In their first match, India beat Jordan 2-0.
New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS) England's Champions Trophy campaign hangs by a thread as they prepare to face Afghanistan on Wednesday, knowing that another defeat, following their opening loss to Australia, could see them staring at early elimination. Former England captains Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain have weighed in on England’s struggles, raising concerns over Jofra Archer’s form and calling for a promotion up the order for skipper Jos Buttler.
New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS) India all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer is willing to accept the leadership role at defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (IPL) for the IPL 2025 season. Venkatesh, who joined the franchise for Rs 23.75 crore at last year's mega auction, feels that captaincy is "just a tag" as any player can contribute to the team's cause. KKR and Delhi Capitals are the only two sides to not name their captains for the IPL 2025, set to commence on March 22 with a clash between KKR and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at Eden Gardens.
London, Feb 25 (IANS) Arsenal’s loss against West Ham United on Saturday saw Liverpool widen their gap in the points table to 11. With all odds now stacked against the Gunners, head coach Mikel Arteta boldly stated that ‘to win the Premier League you have to do something special’. With a trip to City Ground scheduled for Thursday, Arsenal are in a position where they must win all their remaining games in the league, and that still may not be enough to overcome the massive deficit.
