BGT 2024-25: Marsh credits working on mental side and preparation behind Test solidity

IANS | November 20, 2024 12:08 PM

Perth, Nov 20 (IANS) All-rounder Mitchell Marsh has credited working on his mental side of the game and preparation routine for matches as key factors behind his Test career coming back on track. The first Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test at Perth, starting on November 22, will be Marsh’s first Test series against India since 2018.

Davis Cup: Nadal starts farewell event with defeat; Spain trail Holland 0-1

IANS | November 20, 2024 12:12 AM

Malaga (Spain), Nov 20 (IANS) Rafael Nadal started the final tournament of his farewell season with a defeat in a quarterfinal match against the Netherlands in the Davis Cup finals here on Tuesday. Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam winner, opened Spain's campaign against the Netherlands with a 4-6, 4-6 defeat to Botic van de Zandschulp.

PKL Season 11: Devank, Ayan continue superb form as Patna Pirates rout Bengaluru Bulls

IANS | November 19, 2024 10:51 PM

Noida (U.P), Nov 19 (IANS) Young raiding duo of Devank Dalal and Ayan Lohchab had another night to remember as the Patna Pirates secured a massive 54-31 win over the Bengaluru Bulls in Match 64 of Season 11 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) at the Noida Indoor Stadium here on Tuesday. Devank moved to the top of the raiders list with 131 points to his name, as his side moved to third position on the standings as well.

Billie Jean King Cup: Great Britain’s final hopes rest on deciding doubles after Boulter’s loss

IANS | November 19, 2024 10:32 PM

Malaga (Spain), Nov 19 (IANS) Great Britain’s bid to reach the Billie Jean King Cup final for the first time since 1981 has come down to a dramatic decider after Katie Boulter’s loss in the semifinal against Slovakia's Rebecca Sramkova. With the tie tied at 1-1, after the singles matches, the outcome now hinges on a deciding doubles match, where the British team will face Slovakia.