Cook removed as England ODI skipper
Dec 20, 2014, at 07:57 am
London, Dec 19 (IBNS): Aliaster Cook has been replaced by Eoin Morgan as the new captain of the England ODI side, reports said.
ICC launch fans' chance to pick their Greatest World Cup XI
Dec 20, 2014, at 07:57 am
Dubai, Dec 19 (IBNS) With less than two months to go, ICC has launched 'Your Greatest XI', which will allow fans a unique chance to pick their Greatest All-Time Cricket World Cup XI from the previous 10 editions of the event.
U19 I-League: Pune FC go down fighting 1-3 to DSK Shiavjians
Dec 20, 2014, at 07:51 am
Pune, Dec 19 (IBNS) Pune FC were done in by defensive errors and went down fighting 1-3 to DSK Shivajians FC in an Under-19 I-League Maharashtra Zone Round 2 encounter at the Pune FC Training Pitches in Mamurdi on Friday.
Bengaluru to host Vodafone Cycling Marathon 2015
Dec 20, 2014, at 07:51 am
Bengaluru, Dec 19 (IBNS): Vodafone India, one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers, on Friday announced the second edition of Bengaluru’s cycling extravaganza – Vodafone Cycling Marathon 2015.
Saina cruises to Superseries semifinal
Dec 20, 2014, at 12:39 am
Dubai, Dec 19 (IBNS): Indian badminton star Saina Nehwal on Friday crusied to the semi-final of the BWF World Super Series Final by beating Bae Yeon Ju of Korea.
2nd Test: Aus tail-enders help take 97-run lead
Dec 20, 2014, at 12:29 am
Brisbane, Dec 19 (IBNS) Skipper Steve Smith 's brilliant 133 and a crucial contributions by Australian tail-enders helped the hosts take 97 runs first innings lead against India as the visitors scored 71 for the loss of a wicket at the end of the third day's play here on Friday.
Second Test: Australia 221/4 at stumps
Dec 19, 2014, at 04:28 am
Brisbane, Dec 18 (IBNS) An inspiring 65 runs knock by Steve Smith helped Australia fight back in the second day of the second Test against India as the local side posted 221 for four here on Thursday.
U19 I-League: Pune FC face local side DSK Shivajians in second round
Dec 19, 2014, at 04:11 am
Pune, Dec 18 (IBNS) Pune FC will be eager to build on their winning run when they face local-side DSK Shivajians FC in their Under-19 I-League Maharashtra Zone Round 2 encounter at the Pune FC Training Pitches in Mamurdi on Friday.
Cindy Burger to headline NECC-ITF tournament
Dec 19, 2014, at 01:32 am
Pune, Dec 18 (IBNS): The Netherlands' Cindy Burger, world ranked 227 on the WTA list, will be the star attraction at the NECC-ITF women's $25,000 tennis tournament at the Deccan Gymkhana here from December 22 to 27.
Australia eye World Cup return for Michael Clarke
Dec 18, 2014, at 01:26 am
Sydney, Dec 17 (IBNS) Australian team physio Alex Kountouris on Wednesday said injured skipper Michael Clarke is aiming to be fit for the World Cup next year.
Warner can't forget the moment Hughes fell at the SCG
Dec 18, 2014, at 12:52 am
Brisbane, Dec 17 (IBNS): Australian opener David Warner has said the moment late cricketer Phillip Hughes, who died days after being hit by a ball during a match, fell at the SCG on Nov 25 still replays in the back of his head and "always will".
Clarke congratulates Vijay for his 144
Dec 18, 2014, at 12:30 am
Sydney, Dec 17 (IBNS): Australian captain Michael Clarke on Wednesday congratulated Indian opener Murali Vijay for scoring 144 runs on the first day of the second test against Australia.
2nd Test: Vijay's 144 helps India post 311/4
Dec 17, 2014, at 09:47 pm
Brisbane, Dec 17(IBNS): Murali Vijay hammered a stylist 144 and Ajinkya Rahane scored unbeaten 75 as India posted 311 for the loss of four wickets at the end of the first day of the second Test here on Wednesday.
Sarita Devi handed one year ban by AIBA
Dec 17, 2014, at 06:02 pm
New Delhi, Dec 17 (IBNS): Indian boxer Sarita Devi, who accepted her Asian Games bronze medal a week ago finally, was handed over a one year ban by the International Boxing Association (AIBA) on Wednesday for her behaviour and action at the Incheon Asian Games.
I-League champions Bengaluru FC Tie up with SAP for Fan Engagement
Dec 17, 2014, at 07:33 am
New Delhi, Dec 16 (IBNS) SAP Labs India on Tuesday announced that for Bengaluru Football Club (BFC), it has created a state of the art, innovative mobile application to unify the club’s growing fan base. Developed ahead of BFC’s second campaign in the I-League which kicks off on Jan 17, the multi-featured application allows for superior fan engagement through social activities and communities, match day experience sharing, group discounts, news and updates, and real time visualization.
After top 10 finish in rookie season Tathagata sets eyes on Asia
Dec 17, 2014, at 07:33 am
Kolkata, Dec 16 (IBNS): Tathagata Tunna Mukherjee braved an inclement weather and thin as ice track surface to finish his rookie season in Formula LGB 4 at Buddh International Circuit in Noida at an honourable 9th position.
Clubs are showing interest in women's football: Das
Dec 17, 2014, at 07:20 am
New Delhi, Dec 16 (IBNS): All India Football Federation General Secretary Kushal Das, in his presentation 'Strategy and Key Priorities 2015-2018,' laid out plans for developing Women's Football in the next four years according to the AIFF Strategic Plan 2014-17.
123 players retained, 5 traded across teams for Pepsi IPL 2015 season
Dec 17, 2014, at 07:18 am
Mumbai, Dec 16 (IBNS) A total of 123 cricketers, including 79 Indians and 44 Overseas players, were retained by the franchises for the 2015 Pepsi Indian Premier season, the BCCI said on Tuesday.
Injured Clarke to undergo surgery
Dec 16, 2014, at 06:48 am
Melbourne, Dec 15 (IBNS): In a bid to return to the side ahead of the upcoming tournaments, including the World Cup next year, Australian skipper Michael Clarke will undergo a surgery on his injured right hamstring in Melbourne on Tuesday.
FIFA women's seminar kicks off in New Delhi
Dec 16, 2014, at 05:31 am
New Delhi, Dec 15 (IBNS): The first-of-its-kind FIFA Women's Regional Development Seminar and India Development Workshop kicked off in New Delhi on Monday.
Kolkata to host McLeod Russel Tour Championship 2014
Dec 16, 2014, at 05:27 am
Kolkata, Dec 15 (IBNS): McLeod Russel, the world's largest tea producer, and the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), on Monday announced the McLeod Russel Tour Championship 2014, the PGTI’s Year Ending Championship.
Steve Smith named Australian Test captain for remaining series against India
Dec 16, 2014, at 05:19 am
Sydney, Dec 15 (IBNS) Steve Smith will be captaining the Australian side for the rest of the Test against India.
Germany beat Pakistan 2-0,clinch CT
Dec 15, 2014, at 03:40 am
Bhubaneswar, Dec 14 (IBNS) Germany defeated Asian giant Pakistan 2-0 in the final of the Champions Trophy here on Sunday.
Hockey: Australia beat India, win bronze
Dec 15, 2014, at 02:05 am
Bhubaneswar, Dec 14 (IBNS): India's plan of clinching at least a bronze medal in the Champions Trophy perished as they were defeated by Australia 1-2 here on Sunday. India finished fourth in the tournament.
Warner and Smith achieve career-best rankings: ICC
Dec 14, 2014, at 08:31 pm
Dubai, Dec 14 (IBNS): Australia's David Warner and Steven Smith have achieved career-best rankings in the latest Reliance ICC Test Player Rankings following stellar performances in the first Test against India, which the home side won by 48 runs to go 1-0 up in the four-Test series.
Pakistan beat India 4-3, reach final
Dec 14, 2014, at 04:13 am
Bhubaneswar, Dec 13 (IBNS): In a thrilling encounter, Pakistan defeated arch-rival India 4-3 in the semifinal of the Hero Champions Trophy hockey tournament here on Saturday.
Mumbai FC face Pune FC in u19 I-League opener
Dec 14, 2014, at 03:54 am
Mumbai, Dec 12 (IBNS) : The Maharashtra Zone u19 I-League kicks off on Dec13 with Pune FC playing hosts to Mumbai FC at PFC Ground, Mamurdi (Pune). Pune and Mumbai finished 2nd and 3rd respectively last season.
Test: Warner smashes 102, Australia dominate fourth day
Dec 14, 2014, at 03:48 am
Adelaide, Dec 12 (IBNS) David Warner smashed the second century in the match to put Australia on the driver's seat at the end of the fourth day of the first Test against India here on Friday.
Dec 14, 2014, at 03:37 am
Dubai, Dec 12 (IBNS) Sri Lanka’s Mahela Jayawardene and Shahid Afridi of Pakistan are in line to become the most experienced players in ICC Cricket World Cup history, after they were named in provisional squads for the tournament that starts on Feb 14.
Pune FC presents Urzza Cup 2014: Vodafone shared services crowned champions
Dec 14, 2014, at 03:34 am
New Delhi, Dec 12 (IBNS): Vodafone Shared Services emerged winners in the inaugural Pune FC presents Urzza Cup 2014 Inter-Corporate Football Tournament held at the Score Turfs in Seasons Mall Hadapsar.