Pretoria becomes ICC-accredited testing centre for suspected illegal bowling actions
Dec 14, 2014, at 03:09 am
Dubai, Dec 11 (IBNS): The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday announced that the University of Pretoria has been accredited as a testing centre for suspected illegal bowling actions.
I may never play again: Clarke
Dec 14, 2014, at 02:44 am
Adelaide, Dec 13 (IBNS) A day when Australia defeated India to win the first Test of the series, injured Australian skipper Michael Clarke on Saturday said that he may never play again after chronic back and hamstring problems troubled him during the match.
U19 I-League: Pune FC down Mumbai FC 3-0 in the opener; clinch Maha-Derby bragging rights
Dec 14, 2014, at 02:23 am
New Delhi, Dec 13 (IBNS) Pune FC Under-19 opened their campaign with a comfortable 3-0 win over arch rivals Mumbai FC in their Under-19 I-League 2014-15 at the Pune FC Training Pitches in Mamurdi on Saturday.
Warner, Dhawan and Kohli fined for breaching ICC Code of Conduct
Dec 14, 2014, at 02:21 am
Dubai/Adelaide, Dec 13 (IBNS) Australia's David Warner and India duo Shikhar Dhawan and Virat Kohli have been found guilty of breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the fourth day’s play in the first cricket Test, which concluded in Adelaide on Saturday.
Virat's heroics fail, Australia beat India
Dec 14, 2014, at 02:08 am
Adelaide, Dec 13 (IBNS) Nathan Lyon dominated by taking seven wickets as he destroyed the Indian battling line up and finally helping Australia defeat India by 48 runs as the visitors were bowled out for 315 runs here n Saturday.
Former Indian cricketer Kapil Dev calls on PM
Dec 14, 2014, at 01:02 am
New Delhi, Dec 13 (IBNS) Former Indian cricketer Kapil Dev Saturday called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Australia beat India in first Test
Dec 14, 2014, at 12:59 am
Adelaide, Dec 13 (IBNS) Despite a scintillating and career-best 141 by captain Virat Kohli, India was handed a 48-run by defeat by hosts Australia in the first Test here on Saturday.
Sarita accepts her bronze medal
Dec 11, 2014, at 04:31 am
New Delhi, Dec 10 (IBNS): Indian boxer Sarita Devi accepted her Asian Games bronze medal on Wednesday.
India's Blind World Cup winning team calls on PM
Dec 11, 2014, at 03:24 am
New Delhi, Dec 10 (IBNS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday met India's blind World Cup winning team.
India-Australia: Clarke leads from front to post 517/7
Dec 11, 2014, at 02:25 am
Adelaide, Dec 10 (IBNS): While the first day belonged to David Warner, the second day was dominated by gutsy skipper Michael Clarke, who retired hurt on Tuesday, returned strongly to the crease and scored 128 runs with Steven Smith remaining unbeaten at 162, to send India to the back foot here on Wednesday.
Supreme Court directs BCCI to postpone elections
Dec 10, 2014, at 10:29 pm
New Delhi, Dec 10 (IBNS): The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to defer its elections, scheduled to be held on Dec 17, till end of January.
Ranji: Jammu and Kashmir beat Mumbai
Dec 10, 2014, at 09:41 pm
Mumbai, Dec 10 (IBNS) Jammu and Kashmir Cricket team stunned Mumbai by clinching a historic four-wicket win in the Ranjhi Trophy 2014-15 match.
Dec 10, 2014, at 04:45 am
Agra, Dec 9 (IBNS): German tennis legend Steffi Graf, who had charmed her fans with her performance on the court over the years, has recently visited Taj Mahal in Agra.
Dec 10, 2014, at 04:16 am
Bhubaneswar, Dec 9 (IBNS) India defeated Netherlands 3-2 to register their first victory in the ongoing FIH Men's Champions Trophy here on Tuesday.
Warner dominates first day as Australia post 354 /6
Dec 10, 2014, at 02:34 am
Adelaide, Dec 9 (IBNS): Australia dominated the first day of the first Test against Virat Kohli's India as the hosts posted 354 for the loss of six wickets with opener David Warner smashing a gutsy 145 here on Tuesday.
IPL scam: SC, BCCI want retired judges to look into the matter
Dec 10, 2014, at 12:19 am
New Delhi, Dec 9 (IBNS): After the Supreme Court on Tuesday asked Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to take action against its president in exile N Srinivasan's son-in-law Gurunath Meiyappan in connection with the Indian Premier League scam, the cricket board came up with five suggestions on the same.
IPL scam: SC asks BCCI to act against Meiyappan
Dec 09, 2014, at 07:48 pm
New Delhi, Dec 9 (IBNS): The Supreme Court on Tuesday asked Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to take action against its president in exile N Srinivasan's son-in-law Gurunath Meiyappan in connection with the Indian Premier League scam, reports said.
Dec 09, 2014, at 07:10 am
New Delhi, Dec 8 (IBNS): The Indian leg of the International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) ended with UAE Royals defeating Indian Aces 29-22 here on Monday.
Sanjoy Sen appointed as the chief coach of MB
Dec 09, 2014, at 06:57 am
Kolkata, Dec 8 (IBNS): Kolkata's football giant Mohun Bagan has appointed A License holder Sanjoy Sen as the club's new coach for the remaining part of the season, officials said on Monday.
WC: Anant Kumar congratulates blind Indian cricket team
Dec 09, 2014, at 06:56 am
New Delhi, Dec 8 (IBNS) Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers Ananth Kumar on Monday congratulated the Indian Blind Cricket Team for their spectacular victory in the One- day International (ODI) World Cup finals against Pakistan played at Cape Town in South Africa on Sunday.
Sean Abbott named in NSW squad
Dec 09, 2014, at 06:55 am
Sydney, Dec 8 (IBNS) Cricketer Sean Abbott, who had bowled the delivery that killed cricketer Phillip Hughes, is all set to show his talents on the cricket field as he was named in the New South Wales squad on Monday.
U19 I-League 2014-15: Pune FC kick off campaign against Mumbai FC
Dec 09, 2014, at 06:49 am
Pune, Dec 8 (IBNS): Puune FC will open their Under-19 I-League 2014-15 campaign against arch rivals Mumbai FC at the Pune FC Training Pitches in Mamurdi on Dec 3.
Clarke to play first Test against India
Dec 08, 2014, at 05:47 pm
Adelaide, Dec 8 (IBNS) Australian captain Michael Clarke will play the first Test against India from Tuesday.
Dec 08, 2014, at 03:47 am
Bhubaneswar, Dec 7 (IBNS): India suffered yet another defeat as the hosts lost their Men’s Champions Trophy match to Argentina 4-2 here on Sunday.
IPTL: Federer wins it for Indian Aces
Dec 08, 2014, at 03:25 am
New Delhi, Dec 7 (IBNS) In his debut match International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) match, Swiss Tennis icon Roger Federer played a key role in helping his Indian Aces beat Singapore Slammers 26-16 on Sunday and also captivating his fans here with his master strokes.
Mohammad Hafeez's bowling action found to be illegal:ICC
Dec 07, 2014, at 08:02 pm
Dubai, Dec 7 (IBNS): The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Sunday confirmed that an independent analysis has found the bowling action of Pakistan's Mohammad Hafeez to be illegal and, as such, the off-spinner has been suspended from bowling in international cricket with immediate effect.
Australia aims to reduce South Africa's lead at the top of the table
Dec 07, 2014, at 06:15 pm
Dubai, Dec 7 (IBNS): The four-Test series between Australia and India gets underway in Adelaide on Dec 9, with the host aiming to reduce South Africa's lead at the top of the Reliance ICC Test Team Rankings, and India looking to improve its sixth position.
Dec 07, 2014, at 05:14 am
Bhubaneswar, Dec 6 (IBNS) In a well fought match, Germany defeated India 1-0 in the opening Pool B match of the Hero Champions Trophy here on Saturday.
UN chief scores goal for peace in football game to mark 'Christmas Truce' of 1914
Dec 06, 2014, at 02:27 pm
New York, Dec 6 (IBNS) As part of commemorations of the centenary of the First World War, the United Nations Secretary-General on Friday addressed an event at Headquarters dedicated to the ‘Christmas Truce’ of 1914, when a series of spontaneous ceasefires briefly held, during which soldiers on opposing sides exchanged gifts, sang carols and played an iconic game of football.
Federer excited about playing in India
Dec 06, 2014, at 05:39 am
New Delhi, Dec 5 (IBNS): Swiss Tennis icon Roger Federer has arrived in New Delhi to play the International Tennis Premier League.