Clark own goal salvages point for Sweden

Jun 14, 2016, at 03:06 pm

Saint-Denis, June 14 (IBNS) The Republic of Ireland were denied victory in their UEFA EURO 2016 Group E opener after Ciaran Clark's own goal 19 minutes from time salvaged a point for Sweden at Stade de France.

Piqué pounces for late Spain win

Jun 14, 2016, at 05:03 am

Toulouse, June 13 (IBNS) Spain's bid for a third straight UEFA EURO title began with a dramatic Group D victory as Gerard Piqué's towering 87th-minute header ensured they found a way past the Czech Republic.

India beat Zimbabwe by 8 wickets

Jun 14, 2016, at 04:44 am

Harare, June 13 (IBNS): In a low scoring encounter, Zimbabwe were defeated by eight wickets as India dominated the second ODI match and clinched the series 2-0 here on Monday.

Ex-Delhi Dynamos FC star John Arne Riise announces retirement

Jun 14, 2016, at 01:09 am

New Delhi, Jun 13 (IBNS): Former Delhi Dynamos FC star John Arne Riise has announced his retirement from professional football.

WTA: Serena Williams retains her number one Women's Singles player status

Jun 13, 2016, at 11:52 pm

St. Petersburg, Florida, Jun 13 (IBNS): The Williams sisters, Serena and Venus, both found themselves in the top 10 positions in the ranking list of the latest Women's Tennis Association (WTA) rankings, with Serena leading the pack.

Brazil crashes out of Copa America

Jun 13, 2016, at 09:12 pm

Foxborough (Massachusetts), Jun 13 (IBNS): Brazil crashed out of Copa America soccer tournament, eliminated by a solitary 75th minute controversial goal by Peru during the group match played at the Gillette Stadium, on Sunday.

Germany up and running with Ukraine win

Jun 13, 2016, at 02:58 pm

Lille Metropole, June 13 (IBNS) Goals from Shkodran Mustafi and returning captain Bastian Schweinsteiger earned world champions Germany a win in their UEFA EURO 2016 Group C opener against Ukraine in Lille.

Poland defeat Northern Irish for first EURO win

Jun 13, 2016, at 02:47 pm

Nice, June 13 (IBNS) Arkadiusz Milik broke the resistance of Northern Ireland and earned Poland their first UEFA European Championship finals win at the seventh time of asking.

Modrić magic helps Croatia down Turkey

Jun 13, 2016, at 03:02 am

Paris, June 12 (IBNS) Croatia opened their UEFA EURO 2016 campaign with a slender Group D success over Turkey in Paris which owed much to a brilliant long-range volley from Luka Modrić.

BCCI receives 57 applications for the post of Head Coach

Jun 13, 2016, at 01:14 am

Mumbai, June 12 (IBNS): The BCCI on Sunday aid it has received 57 applications for the post of Head Coach for the Indian cricket team.

India congratulates Saina Nehwal

Jun 13, 2016, at 12:38 am

Mumbai, June 12 (IBNS): Indians celebrated badminton star Saina Nehwal's Australian Open Super Series Badminton title win as celebrities and politicians wished her for the victory on Sunday.

Anderson reprimanded for breaching ICC Code of Conduct

Jun 13, 2016, at 12:22 am

Dubai, June 12 (IBNS): England fast bowler James Anderson has received an official reprimand for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the third day’s play in the Lord’s Test against Sri Lanka on Saturday.

Narendra Modi congratulates Saina Nehwal

Jun 12, 2016, at 09:33 pm

New Delhi, June 12 (IBNS) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated badminton star Saina Nehwal for winning the Australian Open Super Series Badminton title.

National Racers GP: Bolt clinches 100m in 9.88 seconds

Jun 12, 2016, at 09:22 pm

Kingston, June 12 (IBNS) Continuing his dominance on the track, triple World and Olympic Champion Usain Bolt clinched the men’s 100m at the inaugural Jamaica National Racers Grand Prix by clocking 9.88 seconds.

Saina Nehwal clinches Australian Open Super Series

Jun 12, 2016, at 08:35 pm

Sydney, June 12 (IBNS) Indian badminton star Saina Nehwal defeated Sun Yu of China to clinch the Australian Open Super Series Badminton title on Sunday.

Last-gasp Berezutski header denies England victory

Jun 12, 2016, at 01:50 pm

Marseille, June 12 (IBNS) Vasili Berezutski struck in added time as Russia, second best for long periods, rescued a draw from their UEFA EURO 2016 opener against England.

Wales beat Slovakia on dream debut

Jun 12, 2016, at 06:43 am

Bordeaux, June 11 ( IBNS) Substitute Hal Robson-Kanu applied the finishing touch after an Aaron Ramsey assist to give Wales victory against Slovakia on their UEFA EURO finals debut on Saturday.

Switzerland hold on against ten-man Albania

Jun 12, 2016, at 02:54 am

Lens Agglo, June 11 (IBNS) Switzerland made a winning start to UEFA EURO 2016 but the ten men of Albania gave them an almighty scare in the teams' first Group A outing.

Rahul smashes 100 no,Rayudu contribute 62 no to help India beat Zimbabwe

Jun 12, 2016, at 01:41 am

Harare, June 11 (IBNS): KL Rahul dominated the show and smashed an unbeaten 100 as he joined Ambati Rayudu (62) in a crucial second wicket partnership which helped India win the first ODI against host Zimbabwe by nine wickets here on Saturday.

It's honour to represent the nation at the Rio Olympics: Leander Paes

Jun 11, 2016, at 11:09 pm

Mumbai, June 11 (IBNS): Gearing up to represent India for the seventh straight times in the Olympics, Tennis star Leander Paes on Saturday said it is an honour for him to be able to represent his nation in the mega sports event.

Badminton: Saina Nehwal reaches Australian Open Super Series final

Jun 11, 2016, at 11:01 pm

Sydney, June 11 (IBNS): Indian badminton star Saina Nehwal stormed to the final of the Australian Open Super Series on Saturday.

Olympics: Mamata Banerjee congratulates Leander Paes

Jun 11, 2016, at 10:14 pm

Kolkata, June 11 (IBNS): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday wishes Indian Tennis star Leander Paes for making it to his seventh straight Olympics.

Rohan issues statement on pairing with Leander Paes, explains his decision to choose Saketh

Jun 11, 2016, at 10:06 pm

New Delhi, June 11 (IBNS); A day when the All India Tennis Association (AITA) chose veteran Leander Paes to partner Rohan Bopanna in the men's doubles tennis tournament at the Rio Olympics, the Tennis star from Bangalore released a statement and explained behind choosing wanting to partner Saketh and not Olympic medal winner Paes.

India restrict Zimbabwe at 168

Jun 11, 2016, at 09:39 pm

Harare, June 11 (IBNS) In a series to taste India's young brigade, MS Dhoni's men bowled out Zimbabwe for 168 runs in 49.5 overs in the first ODI here on Saturday.

Saina Nehwal in Australian Open final

Jun 11, 2016, at 07:55 pm

Sydney, June 11 (IBNS) : India's shuttle queen Saina Nehwal on Saturday entered the final of Australian Open Badminton tournament in Sydney breezing past fourth seed Yihan Wang of China in straight games , 21-8, 21-12, reports said.

Leander Paes chosen to partner Bopanna in Rio Olympics tennis men's doubles

Jun 11, 2016, at 07:45 pm

New Delhi, Jun 11 (IBNS) The All India Tennis Association (AITA), on Saturday, chose veteran Leander Paes to partner Rohan Bopanna in the men's doubles tennis tournament at the Rio Olympics, according to media reports.

Euro 2016: Payet's late goal seals it for France

Jun 11, 2016, at 07:06 pm

Saint-Denis, Jun 11 (IBNS): Playing their first match against Romania, Euro 2016 host France registered a victory by the thinnest of margin as a 89th minute goal from Dimitri Payet sealed the deal for them.

Bureau of the FIFA Council lifts suspension of Benin Football Association (FBF)

Jun 11, 2016, at 05:59 pm

Zurich, Jun 11 (IBNS): The Bureau of the FIFA Council has lifted the suspension that was imposed on the Benin Football Association (FBF) on May 9, 2016, in accordance with article 16 of the FIFA Statutes for failing to hold elections within a set deadline because of a judicial ruling by a local court, an official release said.

World bids farewell to Muhammad Ali

Jun 11, 2016, at 06:14 am

Louisville, June 11 (IBNS):Thousands assembled on streets of Louisville as the world bade farewell to boxing legend Muhammad Ali on Friday.

Zampa confident of playing Test

Jun 11, 2016, at 05:26 am

Adelaide, June 10 (IBNS)Australian spinner Adam Zampa said his bowling has improved with time.