ICC announces MRF TYRES as Global Partner

Dec 01, 2014, at 11:06 pm

Dubai, Dec 1 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a new partnership with MRF Tyres of India which extends to the ICC Cricket World Cup (CWC) 2015.

Sindhu wins Macau Open title

Dec 01, 2014, at 02:26 am

Macau, Nov 30 (IBNS): Indian Badminton icon P.V. Sindhu defeated South Korean Kim Hyo Min in the women's singles final of the Macau Open Grand Prix Gold to clinch the title.

King's Cup: Pune FC down Mohun Bagan 7-6 in sudden death

Dec 01, 2014, at 02:25 am

Pune, Nov 30 (IBNS) Pune FC held nerves till the end and walked tall with a 7-6 penalty shootout win over Mohun Bagan AC which secured a place in the King’s Cup final at the Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu, Bhutan on Sunday.

Bhaichung receives AFC Hall of Fame Award

Dec 01, 2014, at 02:22 am

New Delhi, Nov 30 (IBNS) Former Indian National Captain and National Icon Bhaichung Bhtutia was honoured with the 'AFC Hall of Fame Award' at the Asian Football Confederation's Annual Awards Night on occasion of AFC's 60th Anniversary in Manila on Sunday.

Phil Hughes was a brother I never had: Michael Clarke

Nov 30, 2014, at 06:59 pm

Sydney, Nov 30 (IBNS): As the curtains came down shockingly on the life of Australian Test batsman Philip Hughes, the cricketer received a heart-rendering tribute from team's captain Michael Clarke on his 26th birth anniversary on Sunday.

King's Cup, Bhutan: Pune FC battle Mohun Bagan for a place in final

Nov 30, 2014, at 04:40 am

Thimpu, Nov 29 (IBNS): Pune FC will be up against Kolkata's Mohun Bagan AC as they fight for a place in the final of the King's Cup at the Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu, Bhutan on Sunday.

Viraj Madappa wins IGU Yes Bank All India Juniors 2014

Nov 30, 2014, at 04:18 am

Bengaluru, Nov 29 (IBNS): The much awaited India Juniors Golf Championship came to an end of the last leg with Eagleton GC, Bengaluru playing host to India's brightest junior talent on the circuit.

South Africa players make rankings gains after ICC Women's Championship win over India

Nov 29, 2014, at 11:45 pm

Dubai, Nov 29 (IBNS): South Africa has moved to second place in the ICC Women’s Championship after defeating India 2-1 in the second round clash, which concluded in Bangalore on Friday. The ICC Women’s Championship is a qualifying tournament for the ICC Women’s World Cup 2017 with the top four sides earning automatic qualification for the event to be staged in England.

Cricket Australia retires Hughes' number 64 ODI jersey

Nov 29, 2014, at 09:36 pm

Sydney, Nov 29 (IBNS): Cricket Australia has decided to retire deceased batsman Phillip Hughes' one day international shirt number 64.

India-Australia first Test postponed

Nov 29, 2014, at 07:57 pm

Sydney, Nov 29 (IBNS): Following the tragic end of Aussie batsman Phil Hughes, the First test between India and Australia schedued to start on Dec 4 at Brisbane hass been postponed, media reported.

I am doing fine: Pele

Nov 29, 2014, at 03:13 am

Sao Paulo, Nov 28 (IBNS): Brazilian soccer legend Pele, who is undergoing treatment in the intensive care of Sao Paulo's Albert Einstein Hospital, has said is 'fine'.

IPTL: Indian Aces beat Singapore Slammers in inaugural match

Nov 29, 2014, at 02:46 am

Manila, Nov 28 (IBNS): Indian Aces defeated Singapore Slammers 26-16 in the first match of the inaugural International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) here on Friday.

Cricketers, fans pays tribute to Phillip Hughes online

Nov 29, 2014, at 02:03 am

New Delhi/Sydney, Nov 28 (IBNS): Cricketers and other sports personalities joined netizens in giving a spontaneous #putoutyourbats tribute over micro-blogging site Twitter to late Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes who passed away on Thursday.

Football legend Pele in ICU

Nov 28, 2014, at 04:05 am

Sao Paolo, Nov 27 (IBNS) Brazilian soccer star Pele is currently admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) at the Sao Paulo hospital on Thursday, media reports said.

Aussie cricketer Phil Hughes passes away

Nov 28, 2014, at 03:57 am

Sydney, Nov 27 (IBNS): Curtains came down unexpectedly on the life of Australian Test batsman Philip Hughes, who demised on Thursday after staying in induced coma for two days, after being hit by a bouncer in the head during a domestic match.

Team Kohli grieves on Hughes' demise

Nov 28, 2014, at 01:48 am

Sydney, Nov 27 (IBNS): The touring Indian cricket team expressed its deepest condolences at the tragic demise of Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes, who succumbed to his injuries on Thursday at a Sydney hospital after being hit by a bouncer in a Sheffield Shield match couple of days ago.

Sad Day for Cricket: Sachin Tendulkar

Nov 28, 2014, at 01:33 am

Sydney, Nov 27 (IBNS): The tragic untimely demise of Australia batsman Philip Hughes was described as a "sad day for cricket" by batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar.

Hughes' death: India's tour match called-off, First test doubtful

Nov 28, 2014, at 01:13 am

Sydney, Nov 27 (IBNS): Following the tragic death of Australian batsman Philip Hughes on Thursday, shadow loomed over the start of first India-Australia Test sheduled at Brisbane from Dec 4, media reported.

ICC condoles passing of Phillip Hughes

Nov 28, 2014, at 12:46 am

Dubai, Nov 27 (IBNS): The International Cricket Council (ICC) has offered its deepest condolences to the family and friends of Australia batsman Phillip Hughes who has passed away following an injury he suffered during a first-class match at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Tuesday.

Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes dies

Nov 27, 2014, at 05:00 pm

Sydney, Nov 27 (IBNS): Australian Test cricketer Phillip Hughes died in a hospital after he was in coma for three days following a head injury sustained while playing in a Sheffield Shield game in Sydney, media reports said. He was 25.

Mumbai FC Under-19 face Customs in Nadkarni Cup

Nov 27, 2014, at 02:56 pm

Mumbai, Nov 27 (IBNS) Mumbai FC will field their under-19 squad for the MDFA Nadkarni Cup against Mumbai Customs at the RCF Ground, Chembur on Thursday.

Bharat FC bags New Zealand international Kris Bright

Nov 27, 2014, at 05:38 am

Kolkata, Nov 26 (IBNS): Bharat FC has signed its first player for the 2014-15 season of the I-League, acquiring New Zealand's Kris Bright on a season-long contract.

Mumbai FC defeats Karnataka Sports Association 2-1

Nov 27, 2014, at 03:02 am

Mumbai, Nov 26 (IBNS) Mumbai won an eventful MDFA Elite Division encounter against Karnataka Sporting Association.

Sachin bats to save Sarita Devi's career

Nov 26, 2014, at 10:19 pm

New Delhi, Nov 26 (IBNS): Indian Batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar took to a different pitch --- this time to save the career of fellow boxer Sarita Devi who is facing international ban for her Asian Games medal fiasco, media reported.

Sania announced as UN Women's Goodwill Ambassador for South Asia

Nov 26, 2014, at 03:42 am

New Delhi, Nov 25 (IBNS): UN Women, the United Nations organization dedicated to gender equality and women's empowerment, on Tuesday announced the appointment of tennis superstar and youth icon Sania Mirza as the South Asia Goodwill Ambassador.

Indian Tennis star Sania Mirza named UN Goodwill Ambassador

Nov 26, 2014, at 03:07 am

New Delhi, Nov 25 (IBNS) The UN Women has named Indian Tennis icon Sania Mirza as the United Nations Goodwill Ambassador for the South Asian region.

IPL probe: Make entire Mudgal report public, petitioners urge SC

Nov 25, 2014, at 11:11 pm

New Delhi, Nov 25 (IBNS): Moving ahead in the Indian Premier League (IPL) probe, the petitioners on Tuesday requested the Supreme Court to reveal the entire Mudgal panel report.

Aussie cricketer Phil Hughes critical after being hit by bouncer

Nov 25, 2014, at 07:27 pm

Sydney, Nov 25 (IBNS): Australia test cricketer Phil Hughes has been admitted in hospital in a severe critical condition after being hit with a bouncer during a domestic match at Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) on Tuesday.

Mumbai FC to hold Under-15 Youth Programme in December

Nov 25, 2014, at 05:09 am

Mumbai, Nov 24 (IBNS): I-League club Mumbai FC will be organizing Youth Programmes for the Under-15(U15) boys category.

Kalyani Group's football club named "Bharat FC"

Nov 25, 2014, at 05:08 am

Pune, Nov 24 (IBNS): The Kalyani Group on Sunday launched their football club named "Bharat FC".