2019 Asian Cup: When the journey mattered more than the destination
New Delhi, Dec 29 - The AFC Asian Cup 2019 sits dearly in the memories of the modern Indian Football fan. The Blue Tigers lost two of the three matches and failed to make it into the knockout rounds by a last-minute penalty
Mohammad Hafeez lashes out at umpiring after Rizwan’s controversial dismissal at MCG
Melbourne, Dec 29 - Pakistan Team Manager Mohammad Hafeez emphasized the need for balance between technology and the essence of cricketing instinct after Mohammad Rizwan’s controversial dismissal in the second Test against Australia
India looks at surpassing best-ever Tokyo tally of 7 medals in Paris 2024
Mumbai, Dec 29 - Excellence in non-cricket sports in India has always been measured in terms of medals won at the Olympic Games.
Focus on young talent alone will help Indian wrestlers overcome WFI mess
New Delhi, Dec 29 - Wrestlers protesting, veterans giving up on the sport, Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) getting suspended -- were something that shouldn't have happened in the run-up to the 2024 Paris Olympics.
India’s road to T20 World Cup winds through generational shift, new challenges
New Delhi, Dec 29 - The cricketing fraternity bore witness to a stoic Virat Kohli passing on the baton to the next generation after India's heart-wrenching World Cup loss.
Team India will look to end its title drought by lifting T20 World Cup
New Delhi, Dec 29 - On the eve of starting their 2023 Men’s ODI World Cup campaign against Australia in Chennai, India skipper Rohit Sharma cut a candid yet serious figure while speaking about completing an unfinished business – of winning this title.
Small-town stars who look all set to be T20 World Cup mainstays
New Delhi, Dec 29 - It would be safe to say that India’s last two Men’s T20 World Cup campaigns were a mixed bag.
Win over India massive for us; South Africa have really gelled as a unit, says Shukri Conrad
Centurion, Dec 29 - Following a win by an innings and 32 runs over India in the first Test at SuperSport Park, South Africa head coach Shukri Conrad thinks the victory was a massive one for his side and believes the hosts’ are
As Indian shuttlers take Road to Paris, first goal is qualifying for Top 16
New Delhi, Dec 29 - The year 2023 unfolded as a diverse experience for fans of Indian badminton.
Asian champs India aim for second successive Olympic medal in Paris
Mumbai, Dec 29 - After having won a medal for the first time in the Olympics in four decades, eight-time gold medallists India are getting ready for the men's hockey competition at the Paris Olympic Games next year.
Having got their first Olympic quota place, archers going all out for more
New Delhi, Dec 29 - As the sun sets on 2023, the world eagerly turns its gaze towards the promising horizon of 2024, and for Indian archery, the stage is set for an exhilarating journey ahead.
Individual plans are more important than techniques, says Rohit Sharma after first Test loss
Centurion, Dec 29 -After losing the first Test to South Africa by an innings and 32 runs, India captain Rohit Sharma said the batters need to devise their own individual plans, which he feels are more important than the techniques they possess, adding
Tennis: Djokovic arrives in Perth ahead of United Cup debut
New Delhi, Dec 29 - The 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic has arrived in Perth ahead of the United Cup, where he will lead Serbia at the mixed-teams event.
This wasn’t a 400-run wicket; Bumrah didn’t get the support he needed: Rohit Sharma
Centurion, Dec 29 - Following the defeat by an innings and 32 runs to South Africa in the first Test, India captain Rohit Sharma believes fast-bowling spearhead Jasprit Bumrah wasn't given the desired support by the rest of the bowlers and felt the
United Cup: Fokina-Sorribes pair guide Spain to dramatic 2-1 win over Brazil
Perth, Dec 29 - Spain earned victory in its opening Group A tie of United Cup on Friday when Alejandro Davidovich Fokina and Sara Sorribes Tormo prevailed in the decisive mixed doubles rubber against Brazil.
Akshay Kumar lends support to Shikhar Dhawan in touching social media post
Mumbai, Dec 29 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar, who was recently seen in the theatrical film ‘Mission Raniganj’, has extended his support for Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan as he sympathised with the latter as a father.
‘Haven’t thought of making it on time’: KL Rahul on injuries and rehab before ODI World Cup
New Delhi, Dec 29 - India wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has shared insights into his injuries and rehabilitation process before his return to the ODI World Cup. Rahul revealed that he hadn't considered the possibility of making it in time for the showpiece event,
‘It has been fantastic 2023 for the Club’,says West Ham coach David Moyes after win over Arsenal
London, Dec 29 - David Moyes hailed his West Ham United side as they finished a memorable 2023 with a 2-0 away win against an Arsenal side who were seeking to go top of the Premier League.
India didn’t look like willing to play ugly and take body blows: Aakash Chopra
Centurion, Dec 29 - Former opener Aakash Chopra came down heavily on India following their defeat by an innings and 32 runs to South Africa in the first Test, saying the batters gave the look of not willing to play ugly and take
Bowlers did their job but fielding didn’t work well, says Harmanpreet after ODI series opener loss
Mumbai, Dec 29 - India captain Harmanpreet Kaur said she was happy with the bowling department, but was critical of the fielding effort in her team’s six-wicket defeat to Australia in the ODI series opener at Wankhede Stadium.