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First Test: Fast bowlers secure an innings victory for South Africa

29 Dec 2023 11:16 AM IST

In a dazzling display of cricket prowess, former South African captain Dean Elgar showcased his mettle in the opening Test against India, leaving an indelible mark on the pitch. Much like the elusive African snake viper, Elgar’s on-field presence, though camouflaged, was undeniably felt as he notched up an impressive

Olympic and World Champion pole vaulter Katie Moon appointed International Event Ambassador for Mumbai Marathon 2024

28 Dec 2023 13:16 PM IST

Two-time pole vault global Champion and 2020 Olympic gold medalist Katie Moon is the global occasion Ambassador for the 19th edition of the Mumbai Marathon to be held on January 21, 2024. The Mumbai Marathon is a international Athletics Gold Label Race. It became the primary time in the history

Odisha to host Junior, Senior Artistic Gymnastic National Championships

28 Dec 2023 08:38 AM IST

The Government of Odisha’s Sports and Youth Services Department is fully prepared to organize the junior and senior editions of the Artistic Gymnastics National Championships for the 2023-24 season. The event will take place at the Gymnastics Centre, located in Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar. In association with the Odisha Gymnastics Association

Manchester United secures crucial win, Liverpool moves to top

28 Dec 2023 08:37 AM IST

Rasmus Hojlund’s inaugural Premier League goal came at an opportune moment, serving as the decisive factor in Manchester United’s comeback from a two-goal deficit to clinch a 3-2 victory over Aston Villa at Old Trafford. United once again started on the slightly shabby note, especially with their defending. First-half goals

Our attacking phase needs improvement, says Punjab FC coach

28 Dec 2023 08:37 AM IST

Punjab FC head coach Staikos Vergetis expressed disappointment with his team’s offensive performance in their 1-0 defeat to Odisha FC during Matchweek 12 of the Indian Super League (ISL) in Delhi on Tuesday. He emphasized the need for improvement in the attacking aspect of their play. Punjab FC’s position in

Phil Salt climbs to number 2 in T20Is among batters

28 Dec 2023 08:36 AM IST

Phil Salt’s outstanding performance as an opener for England has elevated him to the second position in the ICC Men’s T20I batting rankings, marking a career-best rating of 802. Salt was one of several players from the high-scoring West Indies v England T20I series in the Caribbean to enjoy a

Hardik Pandya likely to miss Afghanistan T20I series: Sources

28 Dec 2023 08:34 AM IST

Star Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya is likely be missing the T20I series against Afghanistan, but will be fit before the Indian Premier League (IPL) from his ankle injury, a source said. Pandya was part of India’s ICC Cricket World Cup squad. He played four matches, picking five wickets with the

ODI World Cup 2023 breaks broadcast and digital records

28 Dec 2023 08:33 AM IST

The extravagant ODI World Cup 2023 in India became the biggest-ever ICC event, smashing broadcast and digital records, according to the International Cricket Council (ICC). The World Cup 2023 crossed the 1 trillion barrier for total viewing minutes on broadcast, which included new technological innovations such as the vertical video

2nd Test: Cummins’ spell puts Australia in driver seat

28 Dec 2023 08:31 AM IST

Although Pakistan managed to dismiss Australia within a session and saw impressive half-centuries from Abdullah Shafique and captain Shan Masood, the second day of the second Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Wednesday turned out to be disappointing for the team. Coming out to bat in their first

Test series: Elgar takes charge in South Africa’s reply with a century

28 Dec 2023 08:30 AM IST

In a farewell series filled with poignant moments, veteran South African batsman Dean Elgar dazzled against India on Day 2 of the first Boxing Day Test in Centurion. Elgar, who had announced his retirement from Test cricket before the series commenced, left an indelible mark with a briskly-paced century, setting

Hardik Pandya likely to miss Afghanistan T20I series, will be fit before IPL

27 Dec 2023 14:47 PM IST

Famous Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya will probably miss the Twenty20 International series against Afghanistan, but an ankle injury will likely heal in time for the Indian Premier League (IPL), a source told ANI. Pandya was a member of India’s World Cup team for ICC Cricket. Prior to being ruled out

Ultimate Kho Kho: Gujarat Giants and Odisha Juggernauts both win

27 Dec 2023 11:20 AM IST

At the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack on Tuesday, the defending champion Odisha Juggernauts and Chennai Quick engaged in an exciting 34-34 tie, while the Gujarat Giants triumphed 34-30 over the Mumbai Khiladis to win the Ultimate Kho Kho Season 2 for the second time in a row. For