Shane Watson announces retirement from international cricket

Mohali, Mar 24 (IBNS) Australian cricket all rounder Shane Watson announced his retirement on Thursday, according to Cricket Australia's website.

Mohamad Al-Bacha wins FIFA Interactive World Cup title for Denmark

Zurich, Mar 24 (IBNS) Denmark's Mohamad Al-Bacha was crowned the new FIFA Interactive World Cup (FIWC) Champion after beating Sean Allen of England in the Grand Final event at the world famous Apollo Theater in New York City.

It'll be a learning for Mahmudullah, says Dhoni

Bangalore, Mar 24 (IBNS) Justifying Mahmudullah's rush of blood, in which the Bangladeshi batsman scooped one in the deep, resulting in a loss for his side from a stable position, India skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni said that it will add to Mahmudullah experience, here on Wednesday.

South Africa defeats Ireland to notch up first win

Chennai, Mar 23 (IBNS) South Africa defeated Ireland by 67 runs at the Chidambaram stadium in Chennai on Wednesday to register its first win after two matches in the ICC Women's World Twenty20 2016.

World T20: India edge past Bangladesh by 1 run to win a thriller

Bangalore, Mar 23 (IBNS) Defending 147 runs against Bangladesh to win the match and stay alive in the World T20, the Indian men pulled off a stunning 1 run victory here on Wednesday as fire crackers started bursting across the nation to be a part of the celebration.

World T20: India beat Bangladesh by 1 run

Bangalore, Mar 23 (IBNS) In a thrilling encounter, India beat Bangladesh by 1 run in a group stage match of the ICC WorlD T20 here on Wednesday.

World T20: India put up 146 runs on board against Bangladesh

Bangalore, Mar 23 (IBNS) Playing an important encounter, the Indian batsmen put up 146 runs for the loss of 7 wickets, against Bangladesh after being asked to bat first here on Wednesday.

ICC WT20: 1st Semifinal will be played in Delhi as scheduled

New Delhi, Mar 23 (IBNS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Wednesday reconfirmed that the first semifinal (Men and Women) of the ICC World T20 India 2016 will be held at Feroz Shah Kotla in New Delhi on Mar 30 as per the announced schedule.

Vijender Singh meets Prime Minister Narendra Modi

New Delhi, Mar 23 (IBNS): India's iconic boxer Vijender Singh on Wednesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi here.

Bangladesh win toss, opt to field first

Bangalore, Mar 23 (IBNS): Bangladesh won the toss and elected to field first in a crucial World T20 match against India here on Wednesday.

Feroz Ali Mollah makes merry on home turf, moves into three-stroke lead on day two

Kolkata, Mar 23 (IBNS): Kolkata’s Feroz Ali Mollah capitalized on the familiar conditions at his home course, the Royal Calcutta Golf Club (RCGC), to steer three shots clear of the field at the halfway stage of the inaugural Kolkata Classic.

England beat Afghanistan by 15 runs

New Delhi, Mar 23 (IBNS) England defeated Afghanistan by 15 runs in a ICC World T20 group stage match here on Wednesday.

Taskin Ahmed's suspension upheld by Judicial Commissioner

Bangalore/Dubai, Mar 23 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday, announced that Taskin Ahmed’s suspension from bowling in international cricket has been upheld, following a review hearing conducted by a Judicial Commissioner.

World T20: New Zealand beat Pakistan by 22 runs

Mohali, Mar 22 (IBNS) New Zealand beat Pakistan by 22 runs and kept their winning momentum going, here on Tuesday.

England survives India scare to register second win

Dharamsala, Mar 22 (IBNS) Title-contender England overcame a valiant India by two wickets in a thrilling Group B match in Dharamsala on Tuesday to maintain a clean slate with a second successive win in the ICC Women’s World Twenty20 2016.