Pakistan,Afghanistan to play 2 T20 matches, bilateral series

May 28, 2017, at 04:35 am

Lahore, May 27 (IBNS): Pakistan and Afghanistan are all set to play two T20 matches and a bilateral cricket series.

Harmanpreet Kaur to represent Surrey Stars in ECB's Kia Super League

May 28, 2017, at 03:04 am

Mumbai, May 27 (IBNS): After her impressive debut with Sydney Thunder, star India all-rounder Harmanpreet Kaur is set to represent the Surrey Stars in Kia Super League, the T20 tournament hosted by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB).

Yuvraj Singh suffering from viral fever, making steady progress, confirms BCCI

May 28, 2017, at 02:53 am

Mumbai, May 27 (IBNS): Indian all-rounder Yuvraj Singh is suffering from viral fever, the BCCI confirmed on Saturday.

English club Watford appoints Marco Silva as Head Coach

May 28, 2017, at 12:49 am

London, May 27 (IBNS): English football club Watford on Saturday announced its decision to appoint Marco Silva as Head Coach.

El Clasico in India

May 27, 2017, at 02:56 am

New delhi, May 26 (IBNS): Football Next Foundation, Barcelona and Real Madrid on Thursday proudly announced Football Match , El Clasico between Barcelona Legends and Real Madrid Legends in India.

Mortaza says Bangladesh takes form into ICC Champions Trophy

May 27, 2017, at 02:41 am

Dubai, May 26 (IBNS): Captain Mashrafe Mortaza is convinced Bangladesh can take its form of the past two years on to one of the sport’s grandest stages as it gears up for its first ICC Champions Trophy since 2006.

Sarfraz Ahmed says no pressure on Pakistan in ICC Champions Trophy

May 27, 2017, at 02:22 am

Dubai, May 26 (IBNS): His side comes into the tournament eighth in the MRF Tyres ICC ODI Team Rankings, but Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed is confident of making the most of having nothing to lose in this summer’s ICC Champions Trophy.

West Ham United signs Pablo Zabaleta

May 27, 2017, at 01:00 am

London, May 26 (IBNS): West Ham United on Friday said it has signed Argentina's Pablo Zabaleta.

Kane Williamson says there is no time for 'slip ups' in ICC Champions Trophy

May 26, 2017, at 04:22 am

London, May 25 (IBNS): Kane Williamson knows what it is like to be part of a thrilling one-day series in England, but the New Zealand captain hopes there will be a better result for his team this year as his side prepares for the ICC Champions Trophy 2017.

ICC Anti-Corruption chief determined to ensure clean Champions Trophy

May 26, 2017, at 02:11 am

London, May 25 (IBNS): ICC Anti-Corruption Unit Chairman Sir Ronnie Flanagan's main priority ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy is to ensure that whoever claims the trophy, no team or player is susceptible to any form of corruption.

Sri Lanka doesn't mind ‘underdog’ tag at ICC Champions Trophy

May 26, 2017, at 02:05 am

London, May 25 (IBNS): Sri Lanka will embrace the ‘underdog’ tag at the ICC Champions Trophy in England, according to skipper Angelo Mathews.

Virat Kohli says defending champion India better equipped than last time

May 26, 2017, at 01:20 am

London, May 25 (IBNS): Virat Kohli, who was part of the India squad which won the ICC Champions Trophy four years ago, believes his side is in an even better position to rule the world this year as he prepares for his first major competition as captain.

ICC Cricket Committee makes range of recommendations

May 25, 2017, at 10:38 pm

London, May 25 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) Cricket Committee has made a number of recommendations following its annual meeting held in London on 23 and 24 May.

Virat Kohli encourages Indian children to play more by joining Stepathlon

May 25, 2017, at 05:03 pm

Mumbai, May 25 (IBNS): ‘Do It Now’ is Indian cricket captain,Virat Kohli’s, mantra for India’s kids.

Steve Smith exudes confidence ahead of ICC Champions Trophy

May 25, 2017, at 03:24 am

Dubai, May 24 (IBNS): Australia captain Steve Smith has re-emphasised the importance of the ICC Champions Trophy as he looks to maintain the impressive one-day form the country has shown over the past 20 years.

We want to win Champions Trophy without losing a game, says Virat Kohli

May 25, 2017, at 02:00 am

Mumbai, May 24 (IBNS): Giving a clear indication of the killer instinct of his team in the upcoming Champions Trophy, Indian captain Virat Kohli said that they want to win the tournament without losing a single game, according to media reports on Wednesday.

Ed Joyce announces retirement from county cricket

May 24, 2017, at 10:30 pm

Dublin/London, May 25 (IBNS): British cricket county Sussex Cricket has announced that batsman Ed Joyce has decided to retire from county cricket with immediate effect.

ICC announces three years partnership with Hublot

May 24, 2017, at 10:27 pm

Dubai, May 24 (IBNS): The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday announced a long term deal with luxury brand Hublot which will include all ICC events to 2020. Hublot have previously partnered with the ICC on one off events including the Cricket World Cup 2015 and World T20 2016 and have now moved to a long-term partnership.

Zaheer Khan, Sagarika Ghatge get engaged,cricketers, celebrities attend party

May 24, 2017, at 08:58 pm

Mumbai, May 24 (IBNS): Former Indian fast bowler Zaheer Khan has officially got engaged with actress Sagarika Ghatge.

Manchester blast: ICC to review security arrangements post Manchester attack

May 23, 2017, at 10:36 pm

Dubai, May 23 (IBNS): Keeping in mind the upcoming Champions Trophy, the International Cricket Council on Tuesday said it will review security arrangements following the blast in Manchester which killed 22 people.

Squads confirmed for ICC Women's WC

May 23, 2017, at 10:35 pm

Dubai, May 23 (IBNS): The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday confirmed the squads which will be taking part in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2017 to be staged in the United Kingdom from 24 June – 23 July.

Jonty Rhodes welcomes second child

May 23, 2017, at 01:38 am

Mumbai, May 22 (IBNS): Former South African cricketer Jonty Rhodes has been blessed with a baby boy.

AIFF congratulates Neroca FC

May 22, 2017, at 11:29 pm

New Delhi, May 22 (IBNS): All India Football Federation congratulated Manipur’s Neroca FC on winning the Second Division League 2016-17. Manipur drubbed Lonestar Kashmir FC 4-1 in Kashmir on Monday to become the first ever Team from Manipur to achieve the feat.

National team's preparatory camp starts in Mumbai

May 22, 2017, at 11:28 pm

New Delhi, May 22 (IBNS): The National Team Camp in preparation for the forthcoming AFC Asian Cup Qualifying match against Kyrgyz Republic has kicked-off in Mumbai with players for stage 1 having reported on Saturday (May 20).

Andy Murray remains no. 1 player in world, Zverev enters top 10 in ATP ranking

May 22, 2017, at 10:00 pm

London, May 22 (IBNS): British Tennis star Andy Murray continued his strong run as he maintained the top position on the ATP rankings list released on Monday.

An impressive Kenyan double victory at the TCS World 10K Bengaluru 2017

May 22, 2017, at 07:35 pm

Bengaluru, May 22 (IBNS): Alex Korio and Irene Cheptai made it a Kenyan double at the TCS World 10K Bengaluru 2017 race, winning at the 10th edition of the race in 28:12 and 31:51 respectively, and each taking home a winner’s cheque for USD 26,000 on Sunday.

Rohit Sharma's Mumbai Indians script thrilling 1-run victory over Pune, win IPL third time

May 22, 2017, at 05:43 am

Hyderabad, May 21 (IBNS): In a thrilling final encounter, Mumbai Indians bowlers put up a heroic show which helped the side beat Steve Smith's Rising Pune Supergiant by 1 run to lift the Indian Premier League (IPL) final here on Sunday.

MI beat RPS by 1 run to lift IPL title

May 22, 2017, at 05:20 am

Hyderbad, May 21 (IBNS): Mumbai Indians defeated Rising Pune Supergiant by 1 run in the final to lift the Indian Premier League (IPL) title for the third time.

Bengaluru FC defeat Mohun Bagan in final, win Fed Cup

May 22, 2017, at 04:13 am

Cuttack, May 21 (IBNS): JSW Bengaluru FC were crowned champions of the 38th edition of the Hero Federation Cup after the Blues defeated Mohun Bagan 2-0 at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha on Sunday.

Zverev beats Novak Djokovic to win Italian Open

May 22, 2017, at 04:09 am

Rome, May 21 (IBNS): German tennis player Alexander Zverev won the final of the Italian Open in Rome by beating Serbian Novak Djokovic.