Diego Maradona appointed Al-Fujairah's manager

May 08, 2017, at 09:14 pm

Dubai, May 8 (IBNS): Argentina's football legend Diego Maradona has been appointed as the coach of United Arab Emirates outfit Al-Fujairah, officials said.

Rohit Sharma, Shami back in squad for ICC Champions Trophy

May 08, 2017, at 07:10 pm

Mumbai, May 08 (IBNS) The All-India Senior Selection Committee of BCCI met earlier Monday to select the India Cricket Team for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.

IPL: Sandeep Sharma reprimanded for code of conduct breach

May 08, 2017, at 06:05 pm

Mohali, May 8 (IBNS): Sandeep Sharma, the King’s XI Punjab fast-bowler, was fined 50 percent of his match fee for showing dissent at an umpire’s decision during his team’s match against the Gujarat Lions at IS Bhindra Stadium on Sunday, an official statement read.

Gujarat Lions beat Kings XI Punjab by 6 wickets

May 08, 2017, at 05:12 am

Mohali, May 7 (IBNS): Hashim Amla's century failed to create magic as Gujarat Lions batsmen managed to beat Kings XI Punjab by six wickets in an IPL match here on Sunday.

AIFF Academy beat East Bengal to clinch U-18 I-League title

May 08, 2017, at 03:07 am

Kolkata, May 7 (IBNS): AIFF Elite Academy breezed past East Bengal by 2-1 in the U-18 I-League final to clinch the title at the Barasat Stadium today (May 7, 2017). Incidentally, this was AIFF Academy's third successive title in the age-group competition.

Sunil Narine plays destructive 54 runs knock, helps KKR beat RCB

May 08, 2017, at 01:27 am

Bangalore, May 7 (IBNS): Hammering 17-ball 54, West Indian all-rounder Sunil Narine helped Kolkata Knight Riders beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by six wickets in an IPL clash here on Sunday.

Kingfisher East Bengal play out draw against Churchill Brothers in Fed Cup opener

May 08, 2017, at 12:24 am

Cuttack, May 7 (IBNS): Kingfisher East Bengal opened their Hero Federation Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Churchill Brothers at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha on Sunday.

IPL: KKR win toss, opt to field first

May 07, 2017, at 09:49 pm

Bangalore, May 7 (IBNS): Kolkata Knight Riders won the toss and opted to field first in an IPL clash against Royal Challengers Bangalore here on Sunday.

BCCI holds Special General Meeting in Delhi

May 07, 2017, at 06:34 pm

New Delhi, May 7 (IBNS): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Special General Meeting was held in New Delhi on Sunday.

Mumbai Indians beat Delhi Daredevils by 146 runs, reach play-offs

May 07, 2017, at 05:54 am

New Delhi, May 7 (IBNS): Mumbai Indians defeated the host team Delhi Daredevils by 146 runs in an encounter in the tenth edition of the Indian Premier League, becoming the first team in the tournament to reach the pay-offs in the ongoing season, on Saturday.

Jaydev Unadkat's five wickets haul helps Rising Pune Supergiants beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 12 runs

May 07, 2017, at 02:56 am

Hyderabad, May 6 (IBNS): The five wickets haul of the premium fast bowler of Rising Pune Supergiant, Jaydev Unadkat, helped his team to beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 12 runs, in Indian Premier League, on Saturday.

IPL 2017: Delhi Daredevils win toss, elect to bowl first

May 07, 2017, at 02:41 am

Delhi, May 6 (IBNS): Delhi Daredevils captain Zaheer Khan won the toss against Mumbai Indians and elected to bowl first in a match of the tenth edition of the Indian Premier League, on Saturday.

IPL: RPS beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 12 runs

May 07, 2017, at 02:40 am

Hyderabad, May 6 (IBNS): Rising Pune Supergiant managed to clinch 12 runs victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in an IPL game here on Saturday.

Hero Fed Cup to kiss-off from May 7

May 07, 2017, at 02:36 am

Cuttack, May 6 (IBNS): The Hero Federation Cup for 2017 will kick-off on Sunday with East Bengal clashing swords against Churchill Brothers at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha at 4 PM IST.

Sultan Azlan Shah Cup: India beat NZ 4-0 to clinch bronze

May 07, 2017, at 02:13 am

Ipoh, May 6 (IBNS): In the bronze medal match of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup hockey tournament, India beat New Zealand here on Saturday.

FIFA President congratulates Aizawl FC

May 07, 2017, at 01:24 am

New Delhi, May 6 (IBNS): FIFA President Gianni Infantino congratulated Aizawl FC who were recently-crowned Hero I-League 2016-17 champions.

Sunrisers Hyderabad win toss against RPS, elect to field

May 06, 2017, at 10:10 pm

Hyderabad, May 6 (IBNS): Sunrisers Hyderabad win the toss and elect to field against Rising Pune Supergiant in an IPL match here on Saturday.

South African Olympic gold medal winner finds inspiration in MS Dhoni

May 06, 2017, at 09:35 pm

Durban, May 6 (IBNS): A South African Olympic medal winner has joined the list of people who admire Indian cricketer MS Dhoni.

FIFA President congratulates Hero I-League campions Aizawl FC

May 06, 2017, at 08:12 pm

New Delhi, May 6 (IBNS) : FIFA President Mr. Gianni Infantino congratulated Aizawl FC who were recently-crowned Hero I-League 2016-17 champions.

Sachin Tendulkar poses for an 'impromptu' picture with Sunny Pawar at the Asian Awards

May 06, 2017, at 04:14 pm

Mumbai, May 6 (IBNS): Cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar recently posed for an 'impromptu' picture with young actor Sunny Pawar at the Asian Awards.

IPL: KXIP bowl out RCB for 119, pick up a crucial win

May 06, 2017, at 06:30 am

Bengaluru, May 5 (IBNS): An all-round effort from the Kings XI Punjab players helped their side beat hometeam Royal Challengers Bangalore by 19 runs, here on Friday.

FIFA Appeal Committee passes decision on Lionel Messi

May 06, 2017, at 02:32 am

Munich, May 5 (IBNS): The FIFA Appeal Committee has upheld the appeal lodged by the Argentinian Football Association, on behalf of the player Lionel Messi, against the decision taken by the FIFA Disciplinary Committee, lifting the sanctions imposed on him as a result.

The Under 17 World Cup Football at Kochi & Kolkata will be ready by May 30: Vijay Goel

May 06, 2017, at 01:08 am

Kolkata, May 5 (IBNS): Union Sports Minister Vijay Goel has expressed satisfaction over the preparation for the Under – 17 FIFA World Cup in October and said both Kochi and Kolkata venues world be ready by May 30.

IPL: Former cricketers praise Rishabh Pant following blitzkrieg knock against GL

May 05, 2017, at 04:20 pm

Mumbai, May 5 (IBNS): The cricketing fraternity went berserk as a young Rishabh Pant scripted one of the finest victories for his Indian Premier League side, the Delhi Daredevils, against their encounter with the Gujarat Lions on Thursday in the Feroz Shah Kotla ground.

IPL: Pant, Samson hand DD a crucial win

May 05, 2017, at 05:15 am

New Delhi, May 4 (IBNS): Two breezy half centuries from Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson helped the Delhi Daredevils tame the Gujarat Lions by seven wickets here on Thursday.

'Kingfisher Bowl Out' gives KKR fans chance to bowl out their favourite cricketers

May 05, 2017, at 04:34 am

Kolkata, May 4 (IBNS): Kingfisher Premium-The King of Good Times, presented cricketing fans a once in a lifetime opportunity to live their dream at the Kingfisher Bowl Out Season 6, which continued here at Kolkata on Thursday.

ICC increases prize money at Women's World Cup ten-fold since last edition

May 05, 2017, at 12:47 am

Dubai, May 4 (IBNS): The International Cricket Council on Thursday substantially increased the prize money for the ICC Women's World Cup 2017 to $2 million and unveiled unprecedented broadcast plans for the tournament as part of its long term ambition to bring parity to the women’s game.

India Will Play Champions Trophy, Announce Squad Immediately: Committee Of Administrators To BCCI

May 04, 2017, at 09:46 pm

New Delhi, May 4 (IBNS) : The Supreme Court-appointed Committee of Administrators (CoA)on Thursday directed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to announce the Indian squad for the Champions Trophy immediately, NDTV reported.

Last remaining tickets for ICC Champions Trophy are released

May 04, 2017, at 09:15 pm

Dubai, May 04 (IBNS) Cricket lovers will get the final chance to experience the excitement of the ICC Champions Trophy 2017 when the last remaining tickets for the 18-day tournament go on sale today (Thursday) from 10.30am BST.

FIFA lifts suspension of the Malian FA

May 04, 2017, at 02:45 pm

Zurich, May 4 (IBNS): The Bureau of the FIFA Council decided on Apr 28, 2017, to lift the suspension that had been imposed on the Malian Football Association (FEMAFOOT) on Mar 17, 2017, an official release stated.