New Delhi, Dec 21 (IANS) India batter Shreyas Iyer said he is eager to brainstorm alongside Ricky Ponting once again in the Punjab Kings set-up for IPL 2025, and recalled of how he shared a great camaraderie with the legendary Australia skipper previously in the tournament.
New Delhi, Dec 21 (IANS) Former Australia pacer Geoff Lawson said Sam Konstas’ knock of 88 against Western Australia, coming under overcast skies on a greenish Sydney pitch in this year’s Sheffield Shield, convinced him that the young opener is ready to play Tests for Australia.
New Delhi, Dec 21 (IANS) India legendary goalkeeper PR Sreejesh, who retired from international hockey after the Paris Olympics earlier this year, is plying his trade on the other side of the field - as junior men's hockey team coach - and enjoying great success in the new role. However, the 36-year-old initially found it difficult to adapt to the different settings and calm the player inside him.
Bengaluru, Dec 21 (IANS) The Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) functioning under the Ministry of Labour and Employment of the Government of India has written a letter to the Bengaluru police seeking assistance in issuing an arrest warrant against former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa, sources confirmed on Saturday.
Bengaluru, Dec 21 (IANS) Civic body Bengaluru Bruhat Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has issued a notice to cricketer Virat Kohli's pub 'One8 Commune' over alleged fire safety violations.
New Delhi, Dec 21 (IANS) Former Australia fast-bowler Jason Gillespie said giving teenaged opener Sam Konstas a call-up to the Test team for fourth and fifth Tests against India is quite exciting and wants the hosts’ to get the youngster in the playing eleven.
New Delhi, Dec 21 (IANS) Former Australia cricketer Greg Chappell believes that for the modern greats of cricket like Virat Kohli, Steve Smith, and Joe Root, the end will come, but not when others tell them, but when they know.
New Delhi, Dec 21 (IANS) The Australian 19-year-old opener Sam Konstas gears up for a potential Test debut in the iconic Boxing Day Test against India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. His call-up, hailed as an “exciting” opportunity by cricket legend Mike Hussey, comes at the expense of Nathan McSweeney, who has been dropped after just three Tests—a decision that has sparked mixed reactions from players and pundits alike.
Brisbane, Dec 21 (IANS) Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios are set to team up in the doubles draw of the Brisbane International, an ATP 250 event scheduled from December 29 to January 5, 2025.
Madrid (Spain), Dec 20 (IANS) FC Barcelona and Atletico Madrid will end 2024 with a vital showcase match, while Real Madrid could finish the year top of the table in the top-flight of Spanish football this weekend.
