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‘Defeat against Afghanistan doesn’t make us bad cricketers’: Bairstow

20 Oct 2023 10:56 AM IST

England batter Jonny Bairstow backs defending champions to return to winning ways and also insisted their firepower with the bat can’t be criticised despite the early defeats in the ongoing ICC World Cup 2023. After two defeats in their opening three matches, the defending champions will look to turn around

High-stakes clash between Australia and Pakistan in CWC 2023

20 Oct 2023 10:55 AM IST

In a pivotal encounter, Australia and Pakistan are set to go head-to-head in the 18th match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, taking place at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. This clash carries immense significance for both teams, as a victory here could significantly boost their chances of

New Zealand’s Dominance Continues with Convincing Win Over Afghanistan

20 Oct 2023 10:54 AM IST

In a thrilling encounter, New Zealand continued their impressive form in the ICC World Cup 2023, clinching victory over Afghanistan by a substantial 149-run margin. This win marked their fourth consecutive triumph in the tournament, allowing them to claim the coveted top position on the points table. Opting to bowl

Messi eyes Charlotte match in Inter Miami’s season finale

20 Oct 2023 10:47 AM IST

Lionel Messi says he will play in Inter Miami’s season finale on Saturday, although the club hasn’t confirmed that as the actual plan. Messi — who scored both goals for Argentina in its 2-0 World Cup qualifying win at Peru on Tuesday night — wasn’t in the line-up for Inter

Djokovic teams up with Kecmanovic for Paris Masters doubles

20 Oct 2023 10:46 AM IST

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic is set to headline a star-studded doubles fixture at the upcoming Paris Masters, where he will team up with fellow Serb Miomir Kecmanovic for the very first time. The Rolex Paris Masters is scheduled to take place from October 30 to November 5. Djokovic, a

Napoli’s early struggles raise concerns amidst title celebration

20 Oct 2023 10:45 AM IST

There are still blue-and-white streamers hanging over alleyways and banners all over the city celebrating Napoli’s first Serie A title since the days when Diego Maradona played for the club. There hasn’t been much to celebrate lately in the southern city, though. With only four wins in its opening eight

Morikawa leads Zozo Championship after first round in Japan

20 Oct 2023 10:45 AM IST

Collin Morikawa’s last PGA Tour victory was the British Open in 2021, but his 6-under 64 on Thursday to lead the Zozo Championship after the first round suggests the end of the American’s mini slump might be in sight. Mikumu Horikawa and Americans Ben Shelton and Eric Cole were among

Tennis icon Billie Jean King advocates for improved scheduling in sport

20 Oct 2023 10:42 AM IST

Billie Jean King wants the groups with a say in the tennis schedule to avoid potential conflicts such as the close timing and far distance between the WTA Finals and Billie Kean King Cup Finals, which led Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula to choose to compete in the

ICC CWC 2023: Hardik Pandya twists ankle during Bangladesh clash

19 Oct 2023 16:59 PM IST

At the ICC Cricket World Cup match between India and Bangladesh on Thursday at Pune’s MCA Stadium, all-rounder Hardik Pandya injured himself and left the field, which was a terrible development for the Indian team. Bangladesh got off to a strong start in the game between India and Bangladesh. In

“Rohit Sharma is my God,” says fan as excitement increases ahead of India-Bangladesh clash

19 Oct 2023 12:59 PM IST

Excited Indian fans are confident that the unbeaten Men in Blue will defeat Bangladesh in the match against them in the ICC World Cup 2023 here at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune on Thursday. The match is between two Asian cricketing giants. Several Indian team supporters were seen

Polosak and Sheridan to become first female umpires to officiate in Sheffield Shield

19 Oct 2023 10:39 AM IST

Claire Polosak and Eloise Sheridan are poised to make history for Australian cricket by becoming the first female umpires to officiate in the Sheffield Shield. They have been nominated to officiate two games in November. Both umpires have previously stood in Marsh Cup and BBL matches in Australia, but no

‘Tough decision to leave Shami out of playing 11’: Mhambrey

19 Oct 2023 10:38 AM IST

Ahead of the clash against Bangladesh, India bowling coach Paras Mhambrey admitted that leaving the star pacer Mohammed Shami out of the playing 11 is a “difficult decision” to make, but they pick the team according to the wicket conditions. Rohit-led Team India will look to carry their winning form