Bhilwara Kings all set for LCC season 2; retain Pathan brothers and Tilakaratne Dilshan
Ranchi, Nov 17 - Last season's runner-up Bhilwara Kings are all geared up for the second season of the Legends League Cricket (LLC) as they’ve retained icons like Irfan Pathan, Yusuf Pathan and Tilakaratne Dilshan, boosting their chances of victory.
Men’s ODI WC: Might see heavy use of Adam Zampa through middle phase against Kohli, says Copeland
New Delhi, Nov 17 - In international cricket, Australia’s Adam Zampa has dismissed talismanic India’s Virat Kohli on eight occasions and former cricketer Trent Copeland believes one might see the leg-spinner being used heavily in middle overs phase to counter the talismanic right-handed
Men’s ODI WC: We know the blueprint now if on bowling first, says Hazlewood ahead of final against India
Kolkata, Nov 17 - Australia fast-bowler Josh Hazlewood believes his team has now got a blueprint of how the bowling line-up has to fare if they get to bowl first against India in the 2023 Men’s ODI World Cup final at the Narendra
Men’s ODI World Cup: Cummins’ move to introduce Travis Head was smart, says Tim Paine
Kolkata, Nov 17 - Former Australian cricketer Tim Paine has praised Pat Cummins for his courageous decision to introduce Travis Head into the bowling attack that changed the game against South Africa in the second semi-final against South Africa in the ICC ODI
Messi’s Argentina loses 0-2 to Uruguay
Buenos Aires, Nov 17 - The Lionel Messi-led Argentina lost to Uruguay 2-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers at the Bombonera stadium thanks to goals from Ronald Araujo and Darwin Nunez in each half.
ATP Finals: Perfect Sinner tops group, helps Djokovic into semis
Turin, Nov 17 - Jannik Sinner’s Nitto ATP Finals charge has taken him all the way to the top of Green Group. The home favourite wrapped a perfect round-robin stage at the prestigious season finale on Thursday by downing Holger Rune 6-2, 5-7,
China stages turnaround against Thailand in World Cup qualifier
Bangkok, Nov 17 - China registered a morale-boosting victory as it came from behind to beat Thailand 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers Round 2 here on Thursday.
Zanzibar claim CECAFA U15 championship
Njeru, Uganda, Nov 17 - Zanzibar defeated hosts Uganda 4-3 in a penalty shootout to clinch the title of the 2023 CECAFA (Council of East and Central Africa Football Associations) U15 Boys Championship on Thursday.
Manvir’s lightning strike lights up India’s World Cup Qualifiers campaign
Kuwait City, Nov 17 - Manvir Singh’s 75th-minute left-footed strike turned India’s start to Round 2 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Joint Qualification campaign into a memorable one as they defeated hosts Kuwait by a
Cong storming to power in MP, Chhattisgarh with huge majority: Rahul
New Delhi, Nov 17 - With the voting in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh (second phase) underway, former Congress chief Rahul Gandhi on Friday asserted that the grand old party was storming with a huge majority in both states and also urged the people
Bolivia clinch first win of 2026 World Cup qualifiers
La Paz, Nov 17 - Henry and Ramiro Vaca scored either side of halftime as Bolivia eased to a 2-0 home win over Peru in their FIFA World Cup qualifier here on Thursday
Ahmedabad hotel tariff skyrockets to Rs 1L ahead of India-Australia World Cup final
Ahmedabad, Nov 16 - The ICC ODI World Cup final countdown has reached a fever pitch, especially for cricket enthusiasts eager to witness India's showdown against Australia in the grand finale at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on November 19.
Kumamoto Masters Japan: India’s challenge ends in pre-quarterfinals with Prannoy’s loss
Kumamoto, Nov 16 - India's run at the Kumamoto Masters Japan badminton tournament concluded in the pre-quarterfinals as HS Prannoy was defeated in the round of 16 of the men’s singles event on Thursday.
Men’s ODI WC: Ravi Shastri thinks Virat Kohli can match Sachin Tendulkar’s mark of hundred centuries
Mumbai, Nov 16 - After Virat Kohli surpassed Sachin Tendulkar's long-standing tally of 49 ODI centuries by smashing a stunning 117 in India’s 70-run win semi-final over New Zealand, former head coach Ravi Shastri thinks the talismanic batter still has it in him
I-League: Lajong, NEROCA & TRAU eyeing their first win in Round 5
New Delhi, Nov 16 - As the I-League progresses in Round 5, the early stages are already showcasing emerging patterns and standout performances. A handful of teams have quickly distinguished themselves, setting the bar high and meeting expectations after four exciting rounds of
Seating zone in SCG name after Chamari Athapaththu for Sydney Thunder’s WBBL clash on November 26
Sydney, Nov 16 - The Sydney Thunder has announced that a specially dedicated seating zone at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) will be named after Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu for their WBBL Derby clash on November 26.
England’s Harry Brook withdraws from upcoming season of BBL due to increased workload
New Delhi, Nov 16 - England’s young right-handed batter Harry Brook has withdrawn from the upcoming season of the Big Bash League (BBL) due to his increased workload of international commitments.
Cash-for-postings: I will retire from politics if single case proved, says Siddaramaiah
Bengaluru, Nov 16 - Reacting to the ‘cash-for-posting’ accusations by the Opposition, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has challenged that if the allegations against him are proved even in a single case he would retire from politics.
Men’s ODI WC: South Africa win toss, elect to bat first against Australia under cloudy skies
Kolkata, Nov 16 - South Africa captain Temba Bavuma has won the toss and elected to bat first against Australia in the second semi-final of 2023 Men’s ODI World Cup at a cloudy Eden Gardens here on Thursday. The winner of Thursday’s clash
Men’s ODI World Cup: Rohit has shown the intent to open up the game in the first 10 overs: Aakash Chopra
New Delhi, Nov 16 - Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has praised Rohit Sharma and was highly impressed with intent to open up the game in the first 10 overs against New Zealand in the first semi final of the ICC ODI World