ICC World T20: Bangladesh beat Netherlands by 8 runs

Mar 10, 2016, at 12:47 am

Dharamsala, Mar 9 (IBNS): In a ICC World T20 qualifier, Bangladesh defeated Netherlands by 8 runs here on Wednesday.

ICC relocates India versus Pakistan match to Kolkata

Mar 09, 2016, at 11:53 pm

Dubai, Mar 9 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) today announced that the ICC World Twenty20 India 2016 Super 10 Group 2 match between India and Pakistan has been relocated from Dharamsala to Kolkata.

ICC World T20: India, Pakistan match shifted to Kolkata

Mar 09, 2016, at 11:09 pm

Kolkata/Mumbai, Mar 9 (IBNS): The BCCI on Wednesday announced the ICC World T20 match between India and Pakistan has been shifted from Dharamsala to Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

Pakistan refuses to play in Dharamsala

Mar 09, 2016, at 09:02 pm

Islamabad, mar 9 (IBNS): Pakistan on Wednesday refused to play ICC World T20 match against India in Indian city of Dharamsala.

Howrah Bridge lights up in ICC World Twenty20 colour

Mar 09, 2016, at 07:56 pm

Kolkata, Mar 9 (IBNS): The Howrah Bridge in Kolkata will bring alive the event colour of the ICC World Twenty20 India 2016 for cricket fans in the eastern city.

ICC World T20: Pakistan team's departure to India delayed

Mar 09, 2016, at 02:12 pm

Islamabad, Mar 9 (IBNS): The Pakistan cricket team's departure to India to participate in the ICC World T20 has been delayed.

USA’s Emmons claims gold at the 50m Rifle 3 positions Men final, Bangkok’s last match

Mar 09, 2016, at 01:43 am

New York, Mar 8 (IBNS) The American shooter beat Ukraine’s Kulish in the last medal match of the 2016 ISSF Rifle and Pistol World Cup in Bangkok (THA).

Datsun joins hands with Magic Bus for ICC WT20 flagbearers

Mar 09, 2016, at 01:28 am

Mumbai, Mar 8 (IBNS) Continuing with its brand campaign #ISayYes, to engage and support the aspirational youth of India, Datsun today announced its association with Magic Bus for Datsun Flagbearers campaign.

ICC World T20: Zimbabwe beat Hong Kong

Mar 09, 2016, at 01:12 am

Nagpur, Mar 8 (IBNS) Zimbabwe put up a strong show to beat Hong Kong by 14 runs in a ICC World Twenty20 qualifying stage match here on Tuesday.

FIFA extends sanctions imposed on 23 players and officials in Italy

Mar 09, 2016, at 12:41 am

Zurich, Mar 8 (IBNS) FIFA on Tuesday confirmed the worldwide extension of sanctions imposed on several officials and players by the Italian Football Association’s (FIGC) Sport-Justice Bodies and theCollegio di Garanzia dello Sport of the Italian National Olympic Committee (CONI) relating to incidents of match manipulation and illegal betting that took place between 2014 and 2015 in different Italian football competitions.

India announces list of 28 probables

Mar 09, 2016, at 12:26 am

New Delhi, Mar 8 (IBNS) : National Coach Stephen Constantine has announced his list of 28 probables for India’s forthcoming back to back matches in Russia 2018 World Cup Preliminary Joint Qualification Round 2.

Happy with our preparation: Mahendra Singh Dhoni

Mar 08, 2016, at 11:48 pm

Kolkata, Mar 8 (IBNS) Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Tuesday said that he was happy with the team's preparation for the World T20 tournament.

TAG Heuer cuts ties with tennis player Maria Sharapova

Mar 08, 2016, at 09:54 pm

Geneva, Mar 8 (IBNS): Swiss watch maker TAG Heuer on Tuesday said it will not renew its association with Russian Tennis player Maria Sharapova.

World T20: SL names Angelo Mathews as skipper

Mar 08, 2016, at 09:01 pm

Colombo, Mar 8 (IBNS) Angelo Mathews has been named as the skipper of the Sri Lankan side which will participate in the ICC World T20 in India.

Innovative and expanded broadcast coverage set to take ICC World Twenty20 2016 closer to fans that ever before

Mar 08, 2016, at 08:38 pm

Dubai, Mar 8 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council on Tuesday unveiled details of its comprehensive broadcast coverage and innovations ahead of the ICC World Twenty20 India 2016.

Nike severs deal with Maria Sharapova post her drug test failure

Mar 08, 2016, at 05:39 pm

Los Angeles, Mar 8 (IBNS) Russian tennis ace Maria Sharapova ran into deeper trouble as Nike pulled off their deal post her confession about failing a drug test.

Maria Sharapova confirms she failed drug test, faces suspension

Mar 08, 2016, at 02:28 pm

Los Angeles, Mar 8 (IBNS) In a shocking revelation, Russian Tennis icon Maria Sharapova on Monday said she failed a drugs test at the Australian Open.

ICC’s Digital offering set to make #WT20 India 2016 the most engaging cricket event ever

Mar 08, 2016, at 01:53 am

Dubai, Mar 7 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council today announced a number of exciting digital innovations and activations for the upcoming ICC World Twenty20 India 2016 which will give fans the opportunity to get closer to a global cricket event than ever before and get behind the scenes of what is set to be the most popular ICC World Twenty20 ever held.

India to enter ICC World Twenty20 India 2016 as the number-one ranked side

Mar 07, 2016, at 09:07 pm

Dubai, Mar 7 (IBNS) India has strengthened its reputation as a strong title contender for the ICC World Twenty20 India 2016 after it was confirmed on Sunday that it will enter the home tournament as the number-one ranked side in the world.

Google doodles to celebrate ICC World T20 fever

Mar 07, 2016, at 02:33 pm

New York/New Delhi, Mar 7 (IBNS) As the world is gearing up to witness the ICC World T20, popular search engine Google on Monday decorated its website with a beautiful doodle.

Kohli-Shikhar-Dhoni shine as India beat Bangladesh to win sixth Asia Cup title

Mar 07, 2016, at 06:07 am

Dhaka, Mar 6 (IBNS) MS Dhoni smashed two massive sixes and scored 20 not out as he helped India beat Bangladesh by eight wickets in the final clash to lift the Asia Cup here on Sunday.

BCCI congratulates Team India on winning Asia Cup

Mar 07, 2016, at 05:35 am

Mumbai, Mar 6 (IBNS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Sunday congratulated the members of the Indian Cricket Team for winning the Asia Cup 2016 after defeating Bangladesh in the final by 8 wickets at the Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur.

Asia Cup: India tame Bangladesh to lift Asia Cup

Mar 07, 2016, at 05:16 am

Mirpur, Mar 6 (IBNS) In a rain truncated match, hosts Bangladesh lost the all important final to India, who chased the required 121 runs with 8 wickets to spare, here on Sunday.

Bangladesh post 120/5 in Asia Cup final

Mar 07, 2016, at 04:08 am

Dhaka, Mar 6 (IBNS) In a rain-hit Asia Cup final match, Bangladesh posted 120 runs for the loss of five wickets against India here on Sunday.

Asia Cup final: India win toss, opt to field

Mar 07, 2016, at 02:24 am

Dhaka, Mar 6 (IBNS): Indian skipper MS Dhoni won the toss and elected to field first against Bangladesh in the rain-hit Asia Cup final match here on Sunday.

Rain delays Asia Cup final between India, Bangladesh

Mar 07, 2016, at 01:18 am

Mirpur, Mar 6 (IBNS): The final match of the Asia Cup between India and Bangladesh has been delayed due to rain.

ICC reveals plans for expanded broadcast coverage of the ICC Women’s World Twenty20 2016

Mar 07, 2016, at 01:16 am

Dubai, Mar 6 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Sunday announced the schedule of broadcast matches for the ICC Women’s World Twenty20 India 2016, which will be played alongside the men’s Super 10 matches from 15 March.

First-time finalist Beer beats world’s Pejcic at Bangkok’s 50m Rifle 3 positions final

Mar 06, 2016, at 11:58 pm

Bangkok, Mar 6 (IBNS) The 21-year old athlete controlled the pressure of the match - shooting consistently through the three positions - to win her first world cup medal against the strongest the 50m Rifle 3 Positions shooter of the world, during day-4 of the ISSF World Cup in Bangkok.

Hong Kong clinches thrilling WT20 warm-up victory

Mar 06, 2016, at 10:02 pm

Dubai, Mar 6 (IBNS) Ryan Campbell has proved he’s still got what it takes to be a force in the ICC World Twenty20, after he played a starring role in Hong Kong’s warm-up match against HPCA XI.

IFAB agrees to introduce experiments with video assistant referees

Mar 06, 2016, at 05:16 am

Zurich, Mar 5 (IBNS) A landmark decision by the International Football Association Board (The IFAB) at its 130th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Cardiff, Wales, will pave the way for the introduction of live experiments with video assistant referees in football.