Sports

‘Head of State’ security for Indian Davis Cup team in Pakistan

30 Jan 2024 10:22 AM IST

The security measures being implemented for the Indian Davis Cup team in Pakistan are extensive, resembling those typically accorded to a Head of State. The multi-layer security plan includes daily bomb disposal squad sanitization of the Islamabad Sports Complex, escort vehicles shadowing the Indian team during travel, and restricted movement

India slips to fifth on WTC points table after loss against England

30 Jan 2024 10:19 AM IST

Following India’s 28-run loss against England in the first Test match of the five-game series on Sunday, Rohit Sharma’s side slipped to fifth place in the World Test Championship (WTC) points table. India’s point percentage dropped from 54.16 to 43.33 and stands in fifth place after Australia, South Africa, New

Cricket Thriller: England Grabs 1-0 Lead Against India with 28-run Victory in First Test

29 Jan 2024 08:37 AM IST

In a nail-biting encounter, England emerged victorious in the first match of the 5-match Test series against India, clinching a 28-run win. The English team now leads the series 1-0, setting the stage for an exciting battle in the upcoming matches. The second Test is scheduled to be held in

Hockey5s Women’s WC: India lose to Netherlands, finish runners-up

29 Jan 2024 08:32 AM IST

India lost 2-7 to the Netherlands in the final to finish runners-up at the FIH Hockey5s Women’s World Cup here. Jyoti Chhatri (20th minute) and Rutuja Dadaso Pisal (23rd) scored for India in the summit clash. Janneke van de Venne (2nd, 14th), Bente van der Veldt (4th, 8th) and Lana

Fully fit Deepak Chahar sets sights on T20 World Cup

29 Jan 2024 08:31 AM IST

A challenging phase on personal front behind him, which sidelined him for a few assignments, India seamer Deepak Chahar is ready for a comeback and has set his sights on the T20 World Cup to be jointly hosted by the United States and West Indies later this year. Chahar had

South Africa Women’s Cricket Team Breaks Barrier, Clinches Historic Victory Against Australia

29 Jan 2024 08:27 AM IST

In a remarkable turn of events, the South Africa women’s cricket team scripted history by securing their first-ever victory against Australia in a thrilling second T20 match in Canberra. The Proteas triumphed with a commanding six-wicket win, leveling the three-match T20 series at 1-1. This landmark victory holds significant importance

Bopanna eyes victory streak in upcoming Dubai Tennis

29 Jan 2024 08:24 AM IST

After winning the 2024 Australian Open men’s doubles title on Saturday, Indian tennis player Rohan Bopanna on Sunday set his future goals and said that the next tournaments are the Dubai Tennis Championship, Indian Wells and Miami Open. While speaking at the press conference, Bopanna said that it was a

Australian Open: Sinner’s amazing comeback secures Grand Slam Glory

29 Jan 2024 08:21 AM IST

Jannik Sinner secured the Australian Open 2024 title by defeating Daniil Medvedev in the men’s singles final. He is the second Italian in the Open Era to win a Grand Slam. In a stunning comeback, Jannik Sinner of Italy secures the Australian Open 2024 title by defeating Daniil Medvedev in

Indian shooters set to fire in Olympic year’s first ISSF World Cup

27 Jan 2024 07:42 AM IST

It’s great to hear about the participation of the 49-member Indian Shooting squad in the ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun stage in Cairo, Egypt. The fact that the event coincides with India’s Republic Day adds a special significance to the occasion. The focus on the air pistol shooters, with both men’s

Rahul and Jadeja shine as India takes commanding lead on Day 2

27 Jan 2024 07:40 AM IST

India displayed a versatile batting approach as they progressed in their bid to outplay England in the first Test on Friday, January 26. Yashavi Jaiswal’s entertaining innings of 76 set the tone on the opening day, while India, adjusting to a turning and slowing pitch at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium,

Australian Open: Medvedev beats Zverev in epic semi-final

27 Jan 2024 07:38 AM IST

In a captivating semi-final match on Friday, Daniil Medvedev orchestrated a remarkable comeback from the brink, defeating Alexander Zverev 5-7, 3-6, 7-6(4), 7-6(5), 6-3 and securing his place in the Australian Open title clash. The third seed is now in contention for his second Grand Slam trophy, hoping to reverse

Djokovic stunned: Describes Sinner loss as ‘one of my worst’ performances

27 Jan 2024 07:36 AM IST

In a surprising turn of events, Novak Djokovic expressed his dismay over his performance in the Australian Open semi-final loss to Jannik Sinner, labelling it as one of the worst in his extensive Grand Slam career of over 400 matches. The 24-times Grand Slam champion, however, remains optimistic about his