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Pakistan worried as Naseem Shah faces likely absence in WC’s early games

16 Sep 2023 10:27 AM IST

Pakistan captain Babar Azam has hinted that young pacer Naseem Shah might miss a few matches of the ICC Cricket World Cup in India, starting October 5, as he continues to recover from a shoulder injury. Babar made the comments after Pakistan’s two-wicket loss to Sri Lanka in the Asia

Two Historic Neighbouring Rivals Lock Horns

16 Sep 2023 10:26 AM IST

In a thrilling culmination of the Asia Cup 2023, India and Sri Lanka are set to lock horns in the much-anticipated final match. Cricket enthusiasts worldwide are brimming with anticipation as these two cricketing powerhouses prepare to vie for the prestigious trophy. Sri Lanka’s journey to the final was marked

England’s Nat Sciver dominate Sri Lanka secure series victory

16 Sep 2023 10:25 AM IST

England’s Nat Sciver-Brunt scripted history on her 100th one-day international match against Sri Lanka. In a superlative effort in the third and final ODI in Leicester, Sciver-Brunt slammed the fastest ODI century of 120 off just 74 balls in a 31 overs-per-side rain-affected game. The No.1 ranked batter and all-rounder

Analyzing Virat Kohli’s repeated struggles Vs. Left-Arm spinners

16 Sep 2023 10:24 AM IST

Virat Kohli once again fell victim to a left-arm spinner in Colombo. In a match against Sri Lanka, he o played a short ball from Dunith Wellalage to square leg, but the ball went to midwicket in Shanaka’s hands. From January 2022 to until now, Virat has been dismissed nine

Maheesh Theekshana’s injury leaves Sri Lanka team in turmoil

16 Sep 2023 10:23 AM IST

Sri Lanka received a major injury blow before the Asia Cup 2023 final as spinner Maheesh Theekshana is struggling with his right hamstring. Sri Lanka were already trying to fill the void left due to the absence of Dushmantha Chameera and Wanindu Hasaranga. Theekshana could be the latest name to

Bangladesh stuns India in thrilling Asia cup clash with 6-run victory

16 Sep 2023 10:22 AM IST

In a thrilling encounter at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Bangladesh managed to secure a nail-biting victory against India by a margin of just 6 runs. This Asia Cup Super-Four clash had fans on the edge of their seats as both teams showcased their skills and determination. Bangladesh, after

Davis Cup finals upset: U.S falls short as Tiafoe falters again

16 Sep 2023 10:20 AM IST

Frances Tiafoe was beaten for the second straight time in the Davis Cup Finals, with his latest defeat coming after a code violation on match point for smashing his racket into the ground following a disagreement with the chair umpire. Tiafoe’s 6-3, 6-7 (7), 7-6 (2) loss to Tallon Griekspoor

AITA commends Rohan Bopanna’s contributions to Indian tennis

16 Sep 2023 10:19 AM IST

All India Tennis Association (AITA) felicitated star India player Rohan Bopanna on Friday for his great contribution to Indian tennis. According to AITA release, the 43-year-old veteran player made history last week when he became the oldest player to compete in a Grand Slam doubles final at the US Open.

India unveils 23-member squad for AFC U17 Qualifiers

16 Sep 2023 10:19 AM IST

India’s U17 head coach Priya PV announced a 23-member squad for the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup Qualification Round 2 to be played in Buriram, Thailand. In April, the Indian women’s U17 team broke new ground by topping their Round 1 group and making it to Round 2 of the

22 new athletes added to 19th Asian Games contingent

16 Sep 2023 10:18 AM IST

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) released a revised list of the contingent for the upcoming 19th Asian Games, Hangzhou. The new updated list has added a total of 22 new athletes to the existing list and made changes for 25 members in the contingent (athletes/coaches or support

India hockey star Vaishnavi Phalke achieves father’s dream

16 Sep 2023 10:17 AM IST

The Indian Women’s Hockey Team midfielder Vaishnavi Vitthal Phalke is originally from a small village named Asu in Satara, Maharashtra. Although her father is farmer by profession, was once a wrestler who participated in the regional wrestling competition ‘Kersari Kusthi’ in Maharashtra. His dream of winning the competition was never

Sagar Dangi secures sixth position in Rio World Cup

16 Sep 2023 10:16 AM IST

Competing in his first major international event in over a year and a half, former world number one Saurabh Chaudhary finished 30th in the men’s 10m air pistol event on day one of the ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol in Rio de Janeiro. The multiple time World Cup gold medallist Saurabh,