Ad-hoc Electoral Committee admits five candidates for FIFA presidential election

Zurich, Nov 16 (IBNS) The Ad-hoc Electoral Committee on Nov 9,admitted and declared five candidates eligible to stand for election to the office of FIFA President.

Saina Nehwal defeated in China Open final

Beijing Nov 15 (IBNS) Indian badminton star Saina Nehwal settled for the second spot after losing the China Open Superseries Premier final at the hands of Li Xuerui on Sunday.

Sania Mirza thanks fans for wishing her on birthday

Hyderabad, Nov 15 (IBNS): Indian tennis star Sania Mirza on Sunday thanked her fans as they wished her on her birthday.

Mitchell Starc bowls 160kph delivery

Perth, Nov 15 (IBNS): Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc on Sunday clocked over the 160kph mark during the ongoing Test match against New Zealand.

U18 I-League: Pune FC thrash Mumbai FC 10-0; go top of the table

Pune, Nov 15 (IBNS) Pune FC put on a brilliant all round show as they demolished Mumbai FC 10-0 at the Cooperage Ground in Mumbai on Sunday to go top of the table in the Maharashtra Zone of the Under-18 I-League.

Manipur to get exclusive sports university, says Jitendra Singh

New Delhi, Nov 15 (IBNS) Manipur will get an exclusive Sports University soon, officials said.

Hong Kong secures historic ICC Intercontinental Cup win

Dubai, Nov 15 (IBNS): Babar Hayat put in a man of the match display to inspire Hong Kong to its maiden ICC Intercontinental Cup victory by a convincing 276 runs margin against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) at the ICC Academy in Dubai.

New Zealand moves to third in ICC Women's Championship

Dubai, Nov 15 (IBNS) New Zealand has climbed to third place in the ICC Women’s Championship following its 3-0 win against Sri Lanka in Lincoln.

Second Test: Second day's play called off due to rain

Bengaluru, Nov 15 (IBNS) The second day's play of the second Test match between India and South Africa have been called off due to inclement weather, here on Sunday.

U15 Youth League: Pune FC gear up for their first-ever away test, face Steadfast Academy

Pune, Nov 15 (IBNS) Pune FC will be hoping to build on their impressive start to the campaign when they travel away for the first time to face Steadfast Football Academy in the Under-15 Youth League at the All Saints School Ground in Bhiwandi.

2nd Day: Ram Ratna Women's Premier Chess Championship

Kolkata, Nov 15 (IBNS) WGM Swati Ghate of LIC emerged as the sole leader after the conclusion of the 2nd round of the Ram Ratna Women's Premier Chess Championship here at ICCR in Kolkata on Friday.

Warne's Warriors win a humdinger, complete a clean sweep

Los Angeles, Nov 15 (IBNS) Warne's Warriors won a humdinger of a game here on Saturday to win all the 3 matches of the Cricket All Stars Series against Sachin's Blasters.

U18 I-League: Pune FC eye seventh successive Maha-Derby win; face Mumbai FC in a crucial game

Mumbai, Nov 14 (IBNS) Pune FC is keen to maintain their perfect record against arch-rivals Mumbai FC in the Maha-Derby as they gear up for an Under-18 I-League Maharashtra Zone Round-4 encounter at the Cooperage Ground in Mumbai on Sunday.

BCCI offers to hold talks on Indo-Pak series: Shaheryar Khan

Islamabad, Nov 14 (IBNS) Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Shaheryar Khan on Saturday said the BCCI has offered to hold further talks with him over the issue of series between India and Pakistan.

India bowl out SA for 214, Murali Vijay Shikhar Dhawan score 80/0 at stumps

Bangalore, Nov 14 (IBNS): Putting pressure on South Africa Indian openers scored 80 for the loss of no wickets at stumps on the first day of the second Test match here on Saturday.