England needs to beat West Indies to retain third Test spot
Apr 11, 2015, at 04:52 am
Dubai, Apr 10 (IBNS) After an enthralling and exciting ICC Cricket World Cup 2015, the focus now shifts to the traditional format of the game when the West Indies and England go head to head in a three-Test series which starts in Antigua on Monday.
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I-League: Pune FC look to build on unbeaten home run; host East Bengal
Apr 11, 2015, at 03:45 am
Balewadi Apr 10 (IBNS) Pune FC will be keen to break their jinx against East Bengal when they host the Kolkata side in an I-League Round-16 encounter at the Shree Shivchhatrapati Sports Complex in Balewadi on Saturday.
Lancashire sings James Faulkner
Apr 11, 2015, at 01:29 am
London, Apr 10 (IBNS): English country side Lancashire have signed Australia all-rounder James Faulkner as an overseas player.
I was personally very disappointed: Kohli
Apr 11, 2015, at 12:27 am
Kolkata, Apr 10 (IBNS): Indian Test team skipper Virat Kohli has broke his silence over the recent criticisms he faced over his performance during the World Cup semi-final clash against Australia and said he was 'personally disappointed' by the remarks.
Cricket world mourns Richie Benaud's death
Apr 10, 2015, at 11:03 pm
London, Apr 10 (IBNS) The world of cricket on Friday mourned the death of ex- Australia captain and legendary cricket commentator Richie Benaud.
BCCI confirms inappropriate approach to IPL player
Apr 10, 2015, at 10:25 pm
Mumbai, Apr 10 (IBNS) An inappropriate approach was made to a member of the Rajasthan Royals Team that is currently participating in the Pepsi IPL 2015, confirmed the Indian cricket board BCCI on Friday.
ICC condoles the passing of Richie Benaud
Apr 10, 2015, at 05:11 pm
Dubai, Apr 10 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) has offered its condolences to the family and friends of former Australia captain and broadcasting legend Richie Benaud who has passed away at the age of 84 following a prolonged illness.
FC Goa kicks off grassroots initiative
Apr 10, 2015, at 06:51 am
Goa, Apr 9 (IBNS)-FC Goa's Grassroots development programme which commenced a few months ago saw FC Goa reaching out to over 20,000 children and actively mentoring and coaching over 1500students from 16 schools in the sport of football.
CSK clinch 1 run thriller against DD
Apr 10, 2015, at 05:34 am
Chennai, Apr 9 (IBNS)- Chennai Super Kings defeated Delhi Daredevils to clinch the second game of the Indian Premier League (IPL) as the Delhi outfit fell short of 1 run while chasing 150 runs on Thursday.
Freestyle stuntrider Aras woos Kolkata
Apr 10, 2015, at 05:34 am
Kolkata, Apr 9 (IBNS) After having wooed the audience during the 8 city India Bike Week On-Tour,Lithuanian stunt biker Aras Gibieza landed in Kolkata on Thursday, the first stop of his tour across north east India.
Saina Nehwal drops to no. 2 spot after short stint as world No. 1
Apr 10, 2015, at 04:54 am
Kolkata, Apr 9 (IBNS) Ace Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal slipped to No. 2 spot, as per the Badminton World Federation (BWF) rankings released on Thursday.
KKR commence title defence with victory, beat MI by 7 wickets
Apr 09, 2015, at 06:04 am
Kolkata, Apr 8 (IBNS) Gautam Gambhir's Kolkata Knight Riders chase down a target of 169 with seven wickets in hand as Surya Kumar Yadav made a quickfire unbeaten 46 off 20 balls to sink Mumbai Indians here on Wednesday.
IPL opener: Gambhir, Yadav guide KKR to victory against MI
Apr 09, 2015, at 05:06 am
Kolkata, Apr 8 (IBNS): Kolkata Knight Riders commenced their title defence with a victory as they defeated Mumbai Indians by seven wickets in the opening match of the Indian Premier League here on Wednesday.
Rohit hits 98 as MI post 168 for three in IPL opener
Apr 09, 2015, at 03:24 am
Kolkata, Apr 8 (IBNS): A sizzling unbeaten 98 by Rohit Sharma helped Mumbai Indians post 168 runs for the loss of three wickets in the first match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) against defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) here on Wednesday.
SRK arrives in Kolkata to support his KKR
Apr 09, 2015, at 01:51 am
Kolkata, Apr 8 (IBNS): Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Wednesday reached the city to cheer for his side Kolkata Knight Riders as they face Mumbai Indians in the opening match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) at the Eden Gardens here.
Apr 09, 2015, at 01:35 am
Kolkata, Apr 8 (IBNS): Kolkata Knight Riders have won the toss and opted to field in the first match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) against Mumbai Indians here on Wednesday.
Industrialist extends support to Indian ice hockey team
Apr 09, 2015, at 01:34 am
New Delhi, Apr 8 (IBNS) Industrialist Anand Mahindra has extended his support to the Indian ice hockey team which is short of finances for participating in the Asian Championships.
Pepsi IPL Fan Park kicks off at Agra and Nagpur
Apr 09, 2015, at 12:55 am
New Delhi, Apr 8 (IBNS) Pepsi IPL Fan Park extravaganza will take off on the first weekend of the season from Apr 11 and 12, officials said on Tuesday.
Hrithik, Anushka, Farhan scorch stage at IPL 2015 opening night
Apr 08, 2015, at 04:25 am
Kolkata, Apr 7 (IBNS): Amid much glamour and glitterati, the cash rich T20 cricket extravaganza-Indian Premier League-commenced its eighth season on Tuesday at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata where Bollywood stars stole hearts with their super performances.
Freestyle stunterider Aras sets out for north-east India tour
Apr 07, 2015, at 09:57 pm
Kolkata, Apr 7 (IBNS): After having wooed the audience during the 8 city India Bike Week On-Tour and at the recently concluded Red Bull F1 Show Run in Hyderabad, Lithuanian stunt biker Aras Gibieza is now headed for a tour across north east India.
Delhi Dynamos FC to hold Open Football Trials
Apr 07, 2015, at 09:56 pm
New Delhi, Apr 7 (IBNS) This April will see a football revolution sweep Delhi. Young and budding football players in the city born in 2002, 2003 or 2004 will get an opportunity to showcase their talent.
Guptill recalled in NZ squad for England tour
Apr 07, 2015, at 09:12 pm
Hamilton, Apr 7 (IBNS): New Zealand has recalled batsman Martin Guptill for their upcoming tour to England.
Kolkata gears up for IPL opening night celebration
Apr 07, 2015, at 07:00 pm
Kolkata, Apr 7 (IBNS): Kolkata is gearing up for another dazzling night as Bollywood stars and cricketers will descend down at the Salt Lake Stadium in the city where the annual T20 cricket extravaganza- Indian Premier League- will commence the journey of its eighth season on Tuesday.
NZ beat India 1-2 in Sultan Azlan Shah Cup clash
Apr 07, 2015, at 05:00 am
Ipoh, Apr 6 (IBNS): India went down fighting against New Zealand in their second match of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup here on Monday.
Rajeev Shukla appointed Chairman of IPL Governing Council
Apr 07, 2015, at 03:24 am
Mumbai, Apr 6 (IBNS): Ending speculations, Congress leader Rajeev Shukla was on Monday re-appointed as the chairman of the India Premier League (IPL) Governing Council.
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I-League: Pune FC hosts Salgaocar FC in a crucial game
Apr 06, 2015, at 10:58 pm
Balewadi, Apr 6 (IBNS) Pune FC will be up against familiar foes when they host Salgaocar FC in an I-League Round-15 encounter at the Shree Shivchhatrapati Sports Complex in Balewadi on Tuesday.
Apr 06, 2015, at 03:29 pm
Miami, Apr 6 (IBNS): Indian Tennis icon Sania Mirza and her Swiss partner Martina Hingis defeated Ekaterina Makarova and Elena Vesnina to lift the Miami Open doubles title on Sunday.
Novak beats Murray to lift fifth Miami title
Apr 06, 2015, at 03:27 pm
Miami, Apr 6 (IBNS)Serbian Tennis star Novak Djokovic defeated Scotland's Andy Murray in the final to life the Miami Open on Sunday.
India draw 2-2 against S Korea
Apr 06, 2015, at 03:39 am
Ipoh, Apr 5 (IBNS): In their opening match of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup hockey tournament, India settled for a 2-2 draw against South Korea on Sunday.
Pune FC, Puneri Paltan join hands to increase cross interest in both sports
Apr 06, 2015, at 12:59 am
Pune, Apr 5 (IBNS) Pune FC, the city's first professional football club, and Pro Kabaddi League side Puneri Paltan have joined hands for a unique first-of-its-kind association to celebrate the city's fast developing appetite for sport.