New Delhi | PM Modi on Thursday lauded the Indian hockey team for winning the men's junior Asia Cup, saying their unmatched skill, unwavering grit and incredible teamwork have etched this victory into the annals of sporting glory., saying their unmatched skill, unwavering grit and incredible teamwork have etched this victory into the annals of sporting glory. He said on X, "Proud of our hockey champions! It's a historic moment for Indian hockey as our Men's Junior Team wins the Junior Asia Cup ...Read More
SMAT 2024: Baroda create history, break record for highest ever T20 scoreBaroda broke the record for the highest ever T20 score after smashing 349/5 against Sikkim in Indore in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy on Thursday. The team, captained by Krunal Pandya, thrashed the Sikkim bowling attack all around the ground. Batting at 3, Bhanu Pania led the charge with a stunning knock of unbeaten 134 off just 51 balls. The knock featured 15 sixes and five fours. There were half centuries from opener Abhi...Read More
Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. Valentin Altenburg, who led Germany to a bronze medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics, was on Thursday named the head of Vedanta Kalinga Lancers' coaching staff for the upcoming Hockey India League. Bhubaneswar, Dec 5 (PTI) Valentin Altenburg, who led Germany to a bronze medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics, was on Thursday named the head of Vedanta Kalinga Lancers' coaching staff for the upcoming Hockey India League. A respected figure in internationa...Read More
Adelaide: India is all set to take on Australia in the second Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy starting from Friday at the Adelaide Oval. After a gap of 10 days between the first and the second Test, both the teams will be up against each other in whites. India are leading 1-0 in the series and they will aim to further extend their lead with another victory in the series. Curator reveals there will be 6 mm grass on the pitch While reflecting on the nature of the pitch, the pitch curator of t...Read More
Hyderabad: After registering a historic victory in the Perth Test, Indian cricket team would be aiming to avenge their defeat in Pink ball Test on last tour at the Adelaide Oval where they were bowled out for a mere total of 36 runs, courtesy of fiery spell from Australian pacers Josh Hazlewood fifer and Pat Cummins' four-wicket haul. Jasprit Bumrah led India to the historic Test win at the Optus Stadium in Perth, but he will make way for Rohit. India have strengthened their lineup with the ret...Read More
Bhubaneswar, Dec 5 (VOICE) Kalinga Lancers have appointed Valentin Altenburg as head coach for the upcoming Hockey India League (HIL) season. Altenburg, 43, is a highly respected name in international hockey, known for his tactical skills, leadership, and years of experience with the German national team. Altenburg has been a key figure in German hockey for more than a decade. As the youngest senior man's coach in the German Hockey Association's (DHB) history, he led the German men's team to a ...Read More
Bhubaneswar, Dec 4 (VOICE) Mumbai City FC are all set to take on Odisha FC at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar as the two teams battle it out in the reverse fixture, for bragging rights in their Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 fixture on Thursday. The two sides played out a 1-1 draw in their previous encounter that was played in Mumbai in October, but with the competition intensifying, they will have their eyes on all three points in the forthcoming encounter. Odisha FC, buoyed by consecut...Read More
Srinagar, Dec 4 (VOICE) Real Kashmir FC picked up their second win in three matches in the I-League 2024-25 when they beat Delhi FC 2-1 at the TRC Football Turf on Wednesday. While Bouba Aminou (72') and Lalramdinsanga Ralte (84') scored for the hosts, Stephane Samir Binong reduced the margin for Delhi FC a minute before the end of regulation time. Ishfaq Ahmed-coached Real Kashmir FC, who have played all their matches at home so far, have seven points from three matches, while Delhi FC suffer...Read More
Hyderabad: The Indian cricket team will begin their preparations for the upcoming highly anticipated 2025 Women's ODI World Cup as they are ready to lock horns with the mighty Australia women's side in the three-match ODI series, starting on December 5 in Brisbane. The Women in Blue last won against Australia in the 50-over game in 2021 and would aim to break the winless streak at home. Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian side defeated New Zealand 2-1 in an ODI series in October after their poor outin...Read More
Mumbai, December 4: As Team India prepares for the pink-ball day-night second Test against Australia at Adelaide Oval, all eyes will be on star India batter Virat Kohli, who has not only regained his form and confidence following a fine century at Perth but also holds an incredible record at the venue. Let's look at his records there. Virat Kohli's Record in Adelaide: A Look at How the Star Indian Batsman Has Performed at Adelaide Oval Ahead of IND vs AUS Pink-Ball Test in Border-Gavaskar Trophy...Read More
New Delhi: Jay Shah took over as ICC Chairman from 01 December. He became the youngest chairman of the ICC. Jay Shah was earlier working as the Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Now after coming to the ICC, Jay Shah can hold a virtual meeting with all the boards on 05 December. Now you must be thinking that the new ICC Chairman Jay Shah will hold this meeting for the Champions Trophy 2025, but maybe it is not so. This meeting can be an introduction meeting for Jay S...Read More
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 4 (ANI): Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar announced on Wednesday that his daughter Sara Tendulkar has joined the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation (STF) as director. In a post on X, Sachin Tendulkar said he was "overjoyed" to share the news. Also Read | Newcastle United vs Liverpool Premier League 2024-25 Free Live Streaming Online: How To Watch EPL Match Live Telecast on TV & Football Score Updates in IST?. Sachin said that Sara embarked on this journey t...Read More
New Delhi, Dec 4 (VOICE) Veteran off-spinner Nathan Lyon said he is confident of all-rounder Mitchell Marsh bowling for Australia in the upcoming pink-ball Test against India, starting in Adelaide Oval on December 6. He added that if needed, he can take up extra bowling workload coming his way. "I honestly think we'll see Mitch Marsh bowl. I'm not concerned about Bison's (Marsh's) fitness if I'm being honest. He's been brilliant for us in the games (since) he's come back in ... I've got full co...Read More
New Delhi: Small package and big bang, this fits perfectly on 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who has scored a half-century in the Under-19 Asia Cup match for India. He scored this half-century in the match played against UAE. The youngster smashed six sixes in the innings and roared against UAE, apart from him, opener Ayush's bat also roared. He also played a half-century innings. On the basis of a partnership of more than 100 runs between these two, India entered the semi-finals of the Under-...Read More
New Delhi: Harry Brook, England's rising star, has cemented his place as one of the world's top Test batters. He has moved up to second in the latest ICC Men's Test Batting Rankings following a brilliant 171-run performance in England's dominant eight-wicket victory over New Zealand in Christchurch. This remarkable knock propelled Brook two places higher in the rankings, pushing him ahead of India's Yashasvi Jaiswal, who slipped to fourth just days after reaching his career-best position. Brook ...Read More
New Delhi: Team India has reportedly asked for a ban on open training sessions for the remainder of their tour of Australia after the unruly conduct of the fans and general public during their practice session in Adelaide on Tuesday. Around 5,000 fans flocked in to watch the Indian cricket team stars train in the open nets at the Adelaide Oval ahead of the 2nd Test against Australia, a day-night contest. Hundreds of fans stood near the India nets, cheering and jeering the players as they traine...Read More
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], December 3 (ANI): Puneri Paltan fans turned up in large numbers at the Badminton Hall in the Balewadi Sports Complex to witness their team take on U Mumba in Match 90 of Pro Kabaddi League Season 11. However, the home fans left disappointed as U Mumba secured a commanding 43-29 victory. Ajit Chauhan led the charge with 12 points, supported by Manjeet's 5-point contribution. Defenders Sunil Kumar and Sombir registered High-5s for U Mumba. For Puneri Paltan, Pankaj Moh...Read More
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 3 (ANI): India cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar met his childhood friend Vinod Kambli and unveiled a memorial of renowned cricket coach Ramakant Vitthal Achrekar at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Park on Tuesday. Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray, former cricketer and Sachin's childhood friend Vinod Kambli, former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar, former bowling coach Paras Mhambrey, Pravin Amre, 1983 World Cup-winning player Balwinder Si...Read More
Kolkata, Dec 3 (PTI) The iconic East Bengal Football Club has expressed grave concern over the plight of minorities in Bangladesh, urging authorities to prioritise their safety and security. In an official statement, the top-tier football club called on the Bangladeshi government to take immediate and effective measures to safeguard vulnerable communities. Also Read | India vs Pakistan in Men's Junior Asia Cup 2024 Final! PR Sreejesh's Side Beats Malaysia 3-1 To Set Up Summit Clash Against Arc...Read More
Pune, Dec 3 (VOICE) Former champion U Mumba scored a comprehensive 43-29 win against the Puneri Paltan in a Maharashtra Derby in Match 90 of Season 11 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) here on Tuesday. Puneri Paltan's fans turned up in huge numbers in the Badminton Hall at the Balewadi Sports Complex but had to return disappointed.Ajit Chauhan scored 12 points for U Mumba, along with Manjeet, who added five more to the cause. Defenders Sunil Kumar and Sombir registered High-5s for the U Mumba as w...Read More
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 3 (ANI): India cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar met his childhood friend Vinod Kambli and unveiled a memorial of renowned cricket coach Ramakant Vitthal Achrekar at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Park on Tuesday. Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray, former cricketer and Sachin's childhood friend Vinod Kambli, former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar, former bowling coach Paras Mhambrey, Pravin Amre, 1983 World Cup-winning player Balwinder Si...Read More
New Delhi [India], December 3 (ANI): Sophie Ecclestone's position as the premier T20I bowler is under threat, with her England teammate Sarah Glenn closing the gap in the latest ICC Women's T20I Player Rankings. Ecclestone, who took just two wickets in England's recent 3-0 series victory over South Africa, saw her lead at the top shrink to a mere 23 ratings points. Also Read | India vs Pakistan in Men's Junior Asia Cup 2024 Final! PR Sreejesh's Side Beats Malaysia 3-1 To Set Up Summit Clash Ag...Read More
Pune, Dec 3 (PTI) Gujarat Giants and Bengaluru Bulls played out a draw in a thrilling contest to kick off the Pune leg of the Pro Kabaddi League season 11, here on Tuesday. Both the teams finished levelled at 34-34. For Bengaluru Bulls, Nitin Rawal bagged seven points while Pardeep Narwal and Sushil scored six points each. For Gujarat Giants, who led for most parts of the game, Rakesh registered seven points and Neeraj got a 'High 5' as well. Gujarat Giants got off to a quick start, with the...Read More
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], December 3 (ANI): The Gujarat Giants and Bengaluru Bulls played out an absolute thriller to kick off the Pune leg of Pro Kabaddi League Season 11, at the Balewadi Sports Complex's Badminton Hall in Match 89. Both teams finished with the scores at 34-34. For the Bengaluru Bulls, Nitin Rawal bagged 7 points while Pardeep Narwal and Sushil scored 6 each. However, the Gujarat Giants, who led for most parts of the game, had Rakesh registering 7 points and Neeraj getting a...Read More
New Delhi, Dec 3 (PTI) India began their campaign in the 20th Asian Women's Handball Championship (AWHC) 2024 with a battling 31-28 win over Hong Kong here on Tuesday. India's win was mainly due to brilliant performances from Bhawana Sharma and Menika. Also Read | Pakistan Champions Cup T20 2024 Schedule, Free Live Streaming Online, Teams, Squads and All You Need to Know. India started the match positively, scoring their first goal of the tournament through Priyanka Thakur, who was instrument...Read More
New Delhi, Dec 3 (PTI) India began their campaign in the 20th Asian Women's Handball Championship (AWHC) 2024 with a battling 31-28 win over Hong Kong here on Tuesday. India's win was mainly due to brilliant performances from Bhawana Sharma and Menika. India started the match positively, scoring their first goal of the tournament through Priyanka Thakur, who was instrumental in India's historic win at the 2022 Asian Women's Junior Handball Championship. Moments later, experienced campaigner M...Read More
PUNE: Gujarat Giants and Bengaluru Bulls played out an absolute thriller to kick off the Pune leg of PKL Season 11, at the Balewadi Sports Complex's Badminton Hall on Tuesday. Both teams finished with the scores at 34-34. For the Bengaluru Bulls, Nitin Rawal bagged 7 points while Pardeep Narwal and Sushil scored 6 each. However, the Gujarat Giants, which led for most parts of the game, had Rakesh registering 7 points and Neeraj getting a High-5 as well. The Giants got off to a quick start, with...Read More
Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], December 3 (ANI): After making waves for Gujarat against Tripura, Urvil Patel blazed his way to an unbeaten 115 off just 41 balls against Uttarakhand in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy on Tuesday. In less than a week's time, Urvil became India's fastest and overall second-quickest to a T20 century. With his swashbuckling performance against Tripura, Urvil lifted his bat to celebrate his record-shattering century from just 28 deliveries. The 26-year-old wicketkeeper...Read More
Karnataka vs Baroda: Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) latest signing, Shreyas Gopal, showcased his bowling prowess by taking a sensational hat-trick for Karnataka against Baroda in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) on Tuesday in Indore. The leg-spinning all-rounder delivered a match-turning spell, helping Karnataka secure a crucial victory. Defending a target of 170, Shreyas dismantled Baroda's batting lineup with precision. He struck first by dismissing opener Shashwat Rawat and followed it up with...Read More
New Delhi: Star India batters Suryakumar Yadav and Shivam Dube stole the spotlight in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy with an electrifying partnership. In the match between Mumbai and Services at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, the duo put on a brilliant 130-run stand, guiding Mumbai to a formidable total of 192/4. After Mumbai elected to bat first, they faced early setbacks, losing Prithvi Shaw for a duck, while captain Shreyas Iyer and Ajinkya Rahane could only manage 20 and 2...Read More