New Delhi, Nov 13 (IANS) Veteran India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has declared he has found ways to break down Steve Smith's "sound game plans" against the spinner in their many battles over the years. He said the net sessions during their time in IPL also gave him an insight as to how to prepare against the Australian batter.
Harare (Zimbabwe), Nov 12 (IANS) The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has banned Para-athlete Clement Nyoni from Zimbabwe for a period of two years for committing an anti-doping rule violation (ADRV), in breach of the IPC Anti-Doping Code.
Noida, Nov 12 (IANS) Ashu Malik single-handedly wrote a beautiful script for the Dabang Delhi K.C. in Match 50 of Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 11 as he completed his eighth consecutive Super 10 and also secured an impressive 38-38 tie with the Puneri Paltan at the Noida Indoor Stadium here on Tuesday. The stand-in skipper of Dabang Delhi finished with 17 points to ensure that his team went home with half the points on Tuesday night.
Centurion, Nov 12 (IANS) Rising pacer Arshdeep Singh has been a force to reckon with in T20 cricket, rapidly establishing himself as India’s go-to bowler in death overs. Known for his accurate yorkers, composure under pressure, and a commitment to honing his skills, the 25-year-old left-arm seamer has credited his steady improvement to focus on simplicity and mental discipline.
Turin, Nov 12 (IANS) Daniil Medvedev further outlined his credentials as one of the Tour’s sharpest tacticians as he defeated Australia's Alex de Minaur in straight sets here on Tuesday, recovering from his opening match loss at the ATP Finals.
New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) Former South Africa spinner Paul Adams believes Delhi Capitals made a smart decision in retaining South African power-hitter Tristan Stubbs for the 2025 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Noida, Nov 12 (IANS) Arjun Deshwal capped off an exceptional solo performance with a big score that helped the Jaipur Pink Panthers to a 39-32 win over the Bengaluru Bulls in Match 49 of season 11 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) at the Noida Indoor Stadium here on Tuesday. Deshwal scored 19 points for the two-time PKL champions, with the second-highest scorer for the Jaipur Pink Panthers being Lucky Sharma, who completed a High 5 and eventually finished with six points to his name.
New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) Niels Wittich has stepped down from his role as FIA Formula 1 Race Director with immediate effect, marking the end of his tenure in 2022. Wittich initially shared the position with Eduardo Freitas as part of a dual replacement structure following Michael Masi’s departure. However, in 2023, Wittich became the sole Race Director, overseeing all Formula 1 races.
Mumbai, Nov 12 (IANS) Chess legend Garry Kasparov has stirred the ho0rnet's nest by claiming that he does not consider the upcoming title clash between D. Gukesh of India and reigning champion Ding Liren as a real World Championship Match. Indian Grandmaster Pravin Thipsay agrees with him but says the Chinese GM is the reason for that as he is not considered World Champion material by many chess fans and thus has not earned respect despite winning the title.
New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) Dan Fallows has stepped down as Aston Martin's Technical Director, though he will remain within the Aston Martin group.
