3rd Test: Bowlers have to work on leaking runs between 50-80 overs, admits Morkel

IANS | December 15, 2024 5:07 PM

Brisbane, Dec 15 (IANS) India bowling coach Morne Morkel admitted that work has to be put in to improve on bowlers leaking runs when the ball is old from 50-80 overs. In day two’s play at the Gabba, Travis Head and Steve Smith smashed centuries by feasting on Indian bowlers as Australia made 405/7 in 101 overs.

Discontent brewing in PCB over hybrid model for CT 2025: Sources

IANS | December 15, 2024 12:36 AM

New Delhi, Dec 15 (IANS) The Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) decision to accept to host the 2025 Champions Trophy in a hybrid format following India's refusal to travel across the border has caused discontent in the organisation with sources telling IANS that many members are unhappy with the way Pakistan has accepted the decision.

Muthappa, Mishra clash in 123rd All India Amateur Golf Final

IANS | December 14, 2024 11:59 PM

Chandigarh, Dec 14 (IANS) Varun Muthappa of Karnataka will take on Anshul Mishra in the final of the IGU 123rd All-India Amateur Golf Championship of India held in the Chandigarh Golf Club. The two young stars qualified for the championship laden with history by winning close matches.

Pritish, Shambhavi adjudged overall winner at US Kids Golf Indian Championships

IANS | December 14, 2024 11:47 PM

Gurugram, Dec 14 (IANS) Pritish Karayat and Shambhavi Chaturvedi were adjudged the overall winners in the fourth edition of the US Kids Golf Indian Championships at the Classic Golf and Country Club. Indians won most of the group titles with the exceptions being Rohin Patel (Boys 8) and Rayan Patel (Boys 10). Both Rohin and Rayan are from the United States.

Premier League: Arsenal fail to break robust Everton defence in goalless draw

IANS | December 14, 2024 10:55 PM

London, Dec 14 (IANS) Everton secured a valuable point at the Emirates with a resilient 0-0 draw against Arsenal in what was a disappointing night for the Gunners. With Liverpool playing a draw against Fulham, this could have been the perfect chance for Mikel Arteta’s men to close the gap but they could not break through Everton’s robust defence.