From the electrifying victory of the Indian cricket team in the recent T20 series to the rising star power of young badminton sensations, India's sporting landscape is ablaze with action! This week alone saw record-breaking performances in the Pro Kabaddi League, showcasing the nation's unwavering passion for indigenous sports. The upcoming Asian Games are generating immense anticipation, with athletes across disciplines sharpening their skills and aiming for glory on the international stage. We delve into the crucial role of sports sponsorships in nurturing talent and boosting India's sporting infrastructure. Furthermore, debates rage on about the future of cricket's dominance in India's sporting ecosystem, with other sports like hockey and football vying for increased attention and investment. Stay updated on all the latest scores, match analyses, and exclusive interviews with your favorite athletes. Explore the dynamic world of Indian sports—from the bustling stadiums to the quiet dedication of rising stars—right here. Discover the stories that shape the nation’s sporting spirit and witness the unfolding drama of the sporting year.
New Delhi: Following an impressive seven-wicket victory over Hong Kong in their opening game, Litton Das-led Bangladesh will aim to carry the momentum forward when they face Charith Asalanka-led Sri Lanka. Bangladesh will face Sri Lanka in Asia Cup 2025 Match no.5 at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Saturday. Bangladesh can seal their place in the Super 4s with a win in this match, while Sri Lank will be eager to begin their campaign on a positive note. The 2022 finalists will later take on Hong Kong and Afghanistan in their remaining group fixtures. Bangladesh and Sri Lanka will clash in Asia Cup 2025 Match 5 at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, September 13, with the game scheduled to start at 8:00 PM IST. The toss between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2025 clash will take place at 7:30 PM IST. Asia Cup 2025, match no.5 between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka will be streamed live on SonyLIV app as well as FanCode. In India, the Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Match 4 will be broadcast live on the Sony Sports Network. Bangladesh: Parvez Hossain Emon, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Litton Das (c & wk), Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman. Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kamil Mishara, Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka (c), Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Dushan Hemantha, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana, Binura Fernando. Bangladesh: Litton Das (c), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Saif Hassan, Tawhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali Anik, Shamim Hossain, Quazi Nurul Hasan Sohan, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Shaif Uddin Sri Lanka: Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Nuwanidu Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, Kamil Mishara, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Chamika Karunaratne, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Binura Fernando, Nuwan Thushara, Matheesha Pathirana.
Brendon Kleynhans is a maths teacher at South African College School, one of the country's most prestigious alma maters. It luxuriates in the leafiness all around the most genteel part of Cape Town, with Newlands a mere long boundary away. If that brings to your mind's eye a slight, chinless, reticent, bespectacled individual sporting a combover, a pocket protector and - dread word - slacks who declines to step out of the safety of suburbia, you need that eye tested. "During camps it's half-pace," Kleynhans told Cricbuzz in the Kingsmead nets on Tuesday as the South Africans completed their ...Read More >
Mumbai, May 20: Lahore Qalandars have roped in Bangladesh all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz for the playoffs stage of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025. The Bangladesh Cricket Board has issued Mehidy the necessary no-objection certificate (NOC), and he is scheduled to travel to Lahore by Tuesday. The PSL playoffs kick off on Wednesday, with the Qalandars set to compete in the Eliminator on Thursday - though their opponent is yet to be confirmed. Mehidy expressed excitement about the opportunity, despite the possibility that it might only last for a single match. Peshawar Zalmi PSL 2025 Playoff ...Read More >
As India gear up to face Pakistan in their Asia Cup 2025 clash at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on September 14, the fixture has sparked controversy. While sections have raised objections to India playing Pakistan over terrorism concerns, IPL franchise Punjab Kings drew attention with a unique move -- omitting Pakistan's name in their social media post announcing the match. Meanwhile, a plea seeking urgent cancellation of the game was turned down by the Supreme Court. Punjab Kings' soc ...Read More >
Guwahati: No, it's not Sachin Tendulkar but one of his former teammates who seems to be a favourite to replace Roger Binny as the president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). And we are talking about none other than former Indian wicket-keeper Kiran More. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! A veteran of 49 Tests and 94 ODIs, More hailing from Baroda, according to NDTV, is just days away from taking over as the new boss of Indian cricket. As per sources, the BCCI spoke to a couple of big names from the West Zone. A former Sauras ...Read More >
Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 4: Former Indian cricketer Yograj Singh took a dig at the Punjab Kings' skipper Shreyas Iyer for the way he got dismissed in the IPL 2025 final and classified it as a "criminal offence". Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally ended an 18-year wait for the coveted IPL trophy, defeating Punjab Kings by six wickets in the finals of IPL 2025, held on Tuesday at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Iyer's wicket was the game-changing moment for Punjab. He was caught by wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma for just one in two balls on a Romario Shepherd delivery. Royal Chal ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 28: Kusal Mendis played a crucial hand with the bat before their spinners, led by Prabath Jayasuriya, left Bangladesh on the brink of an innings defeat as Day Three of the second Test at Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo, belonged firmly to Sri Lanka. Mendis' composed 84 helped the hosts extend their lead to 211, while Bangladesh's second innings crumbled in the face of relentless spin, closing the day still 96 runs adrift and with just four wickets in hand. Kusal Mendis Jumps to Second Place in List of Most Fifties by Sri Lanka Wicketkeeper-Batter Topped by Kumar Sangakkara, ...Read More >
Star Indian cricketer and Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Punjab Kings (PBKS) captain Shreyas Iyer is currently not engaged in any commitments, and is spending time with his family. From those several moments, a specific video clip is going viral on social media, where the 'Sarpanch' was seen getting clean bowled by his mother. The video got shared by Punjab Kings through their official X (formerly known as Twitter) account, and making rounds on social media, where Shreyas Iyer is playing cricket with his mother in their house. The clip shows the star player getting bowled out by his mo ...Read More >
IND vs ENG: India's Test squad faces a medical emergency! With the series hanging by a thread at 2-1, Team India has been forced to call up Anshul Kamboj as multiple injury concerns threaten their Manchester hopes. Arshdeep Singh's hand injury requiring 10 days recovery has triggered a selection reshuffle that could reshape India's bowling attack at Old Trafford. What happened? During a routine training session before the crucial 4th Test, Arshdeep Singh suffered a deep cut to his hand that required immediate stitches. The injury is severe enough that a BCCI source confirmed he needs at least ...Read More >
Former India wicket-keeper Kiran More has emerged as the most high-profile name in the race to become the next Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president, NDTV has learnt. Sources have confirmed that the BCCI top brass has reached out to a couple of high profile ex-cricketers from the West Zone. And while a former player from Saurashtra is also in the running, it is More who appears to be the unanimous choice of the state associations. "It is going to be unanimous decision. Mostly al ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharahtra) [India], July 7 (ANI): A MS Dhoni turned 44 on Monday, tribute poured in from all corner of the cricketing world. Kiran More, who played a crucial role in identifying Dhoni potential at the dometic level and backing him for the national team, recalled the tar hitter talent a he made hi international debut in 2004. More hared hi firt impreion of the Ranchi-born cricketer, who would go on to become one of India mot iconic captain. At that time, if you looked at our batting order, you had Sourav Ganguly, Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, VVS Laxman -- all thee player. Yuvraj S ...Read More >
India's journey in cricket is remarkable. India's cricketing journey began in 1932 when they played their first-ever Test against England at Lord's. For decades, India remained an underdog in the game, but things have completely changed in modern times. India are now a force to reckon with not only on the field but also off it. . Throughout this remarkable journey, India has produced a plethora of legendary players across generations. Here we are taking a look at India's best-ever playing XI. Virender Sehwag and Sunil Gavaskar are the openers in this star-studded lineup. Gavaskar is widely r ...Read More >
Pune: The Indian Gig Workers' Front on Saturday evening suspended the ongoing strike of cabs and autorickshaws operating on applications till Tuesday, after leaving many commuters, including those arriving at the airport on Saturday morning, hassled. Keshav Kshirsagar, the president of the front, said, "We have a meeting on Tuesday with senior officials of the state transport department. If its decisions don't meet our expectations, the strike will resume." Several commuters had a harrowing experience on roads on Friday and in the early hours of Saturday. Cabs and autos were hard to come by. T ...Read More >
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], August 3 (ANI): People's Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti has voiced support for the resumption of sporting ties between India and Pakistan, calling it the "best thing" to normalise the situation between the two nations. Speaking to reporters on Saturday on the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 match between India and Pakistan, Mehbooba Mufti said, "There should be sporting events (between India and Pakistan). If you want to live in peace and do not want to spend money on the war, want to overcome unemployment and poverty, and then you have to normalise t ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], August 20 (ANI): Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin believes that right-hander batter Sanju Samson's chances in the playing XI are in 'a bit of danger' after the inclusion of Shubman Gill in the team for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 from next month. Team India for the Asia Cup 2025 was unveiled on Tuesday, with skipper Suryakumar leading the squad and Shubman Gill as his deputy, with several major names missing out. The squad was announced during a press conference attended by T20I skipper Suryakumar and chief selector Ajit Agarkar, which was held after a selection ...Read More >
Between October 12 and November 15, 2024, Sanju Samson smashed three T20I centuries in five games, all at exceptional strike-rates of around 200 or more. His stop-start international career finally seemed to be taking off. But with Samson, the career graph has always been a rollercoaster, and he followed those hundreds against Bangladesh and South Africa (two) with just 51 runs in five knocks against England. Even then, with Rishabh Pant not in the fray for the time being, Samson was the clear f ...Read More >
New Delhi: India's Test skipper Shubman Gill, was the centre of attention during the second day of the second Test against England in Birmingham, as he scored magical 269, a knock that will be remembered for ages. Shubman guided India to a total of 587 in 151 overs of their first innings. Shubman was excellent in attacking the English bowlers and in defending the good deliveries. Gill smashed 30 fours and three sixes in his brilliant. Earlier on Day 2 just before Tea, Gill tried to get a quick single but Akash Deep was surprised. At the non strikers end, he was slow to react, when Ollie Pope ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): 'Thala', skipper, icon, legend, trophy collector, ICC Hall of Famer. A man with every trophy he could possibly have, commanding respect and adoration worldwide, legendary World Cup-winning captain MS Dhoni turned 44 on Monday. Rated highly for his calmness under pressure which would make most crumble helplessly, and his tactical excellence, Dhoni, since his international debut in 2004 till now, during these last few years of his career with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL), has made a name for himself as one of India's most beloved ...Read More >
Jammu- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday reviewed the ongoing restoration work of the historic Mubarak Mandi complex, which was the power centre of the Dogra kings in Jammu, and stressed on enhancing its heritage appeal. The Mubarak Mandi Complex is one of Jammu's most significant architectural heritage sites and is envisioned as a comprehensive cultural centre, housing museums, conference venues and heritage hospitality services. Accompanied by Advisor Nasir Aslam Wani and MLA Yudhvir Sethi during the visit, the chief minister was briefed in detail on the multi-phas ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 12 (PTI) Opposition parties in Maharashtra on Friday slammed the BJP and the BCCI over the India-Pakistan Asia Cup cricket match scheduled for September 14, with Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray asking if "blood and cricket can flow together." The Maharashtra Congress called it an insult to the kin of those killed in the Pahalgam terror attack and soldiers who have been martyred in the line of duty. The Sharad Pawar-led NCP (SP) said the government's dual standards had been exposed after it allowed the match to proceed. Responding to the criticism, Maharashtra minister an ...Read More >
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], July 7 (ANI): As expected, legendary cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni celebrated his 44th birthday in a low-key way. A video has been doing the rounds on the internet in which Dhoni can be seen cutting his birthday cake in the presence of his JSCA stadium staff in Ranchi. Captain Cool was all smiles. Also Read | Fact Check: Did Robert Downey Jr Really Say 'You're a Racist if You Don't Like Ironheart'? Here's the Truth Behind Viral Quote. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLymRKeS8so/ Lauded for his calmness under pressure and his tactical excellence, Dhoni has made a ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 14 (PTI) It took eight years for Karun Nair to don India jersey again but 25 days into his second coming in Test cricket, the Karnataka batter could well have played his last international game after six consecutive failures in the ongoing away series against England. Coming back to the Indian team after scoring heavily in domestic cricket, Nair had started his UK sojourn on a bright note with a double hundred against England Lions in Canterbury, virtually breaking the selection door. But after three Tests at Headingley, Edgbaston and Lord's, Nair has tallied only 131 runs at ...Read More >
Kolkata, Jul 19 (PTI) Veteran India pacer Mohammed Shami, who has been out of action since IPL 2025 and is not part of India's ongoing Test tour of England, was on Saturday named in Bengal's 50-member list of probables for the upcoming domestic season. The list, released by the Cricket Association of Bengal, also includes pacer Akash Deep and top-order batter Abhimanyu Easwaran, who are both currently touring England with the Indian team. It also includes right-arm seamer Mukesh Kumar and senior batter Anustup Majumdar, who is likely to lead Bengal again. Spin bowling all-rounder Shahbaz Ah ...Read More >
The IPL 2025 auction in Jeddah saw records shattered, with Indian players dominating the headlines. Arshdeep Singh broke Yuvraj Singh's nine-year-old auction record, fetching ₹18 crore, only for Shreyas Iyer to surpass it with ₹26.75 crore. Rishabh Pant became the most expensive player, bought for ₹27 crore by Lucknow Super Giants. However, Jitesh Sharma's IPL salary hike was the talk of the auction, as he secured ₹11 crore, a staggering 5500% increase from his previous ₹20 lakh. Royal Challengers Bengaluru picked him up as a wicketkeeper-batter to replace Dinesh Karthik. Other big earners inc ...Read More >
Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], September 12 (ANI): Ahead of the upcoming India vs Pakistan match in the Asia Cup 2025 in Dubai on September 14, Sanjay Dwivedi, father of Pahalgam terror attack victim Shubham Dwivedi, on Friday said there should be no political or sports ties with Pakistan following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. He also urged the government to cancel the match. Speaking to ANI, Sanjay Dwivedi said, "On 22nd April 2025, Pakistan killed 26 innocent people of our country. The government of India had said that it would have no relations with Pakistan ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 12: Former India captain Kapil Dev has backed the Men in Blue to come out triumphant against archrivals Pakistan in their much-anticipated clash in the Asia Cup on Sunday. The Suryakumar Yadav-led side started their campaign with a stunning nine-wicket win over the UAE on Wednesday and will lock horns with the Men in Green at Dubai International Stadium on the weekend. "The Indian team will play and win the match; this is what I desire. The way they are playing, they will win," Kapil Dev told reporters here at an event when asked about Sunday's blockbuster clash. For the firs ...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 Singh Sandhu and others were also present during the unveiling ceremony of the memorial of the legenda ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 12 (PTI) Teen sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi is not as excited at the prospect of becoming the youngest ever to play in the IPL as he is at being coached by the legendary Rahul Dravid at Rajasthan Royals. The 13-year-old Suryavanshi became the youngest cricketer ever to be bought at an IPL auction last month when he was acquired by Rajasthan Royals who will be coached by Dravid. "I am really glad that I am getting a chance to play in the IPL. I am excited to play under Rahul Dravid sir, more than playing in the IPL, I am happy to play under him. "I have no strategy as such for ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 13 (ANI): Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi strongly opposed the upcoming India-Pakistan cricket match to be held on September 14 in Dubai, urging the game to be cancelled in view of the recent terror-related activities. In a self-made video shot in the United States, Chaturvedi recalled that she had written a letter to the BCCI Chairman to cancel the match since Pakistani cricketers had often been found humiliating India and Operation Sindoor on their social media. Also Read | US Labels India a 'Central Pillar' in Indo-Pacific Strategy, but Donald Trump's T ...Read More >
Welcome to Sportstar's live coverage from Day 1 of the first Test between South Africa and Sri Lanka being played at Kingsmead, Durban TOSS Sri Lanka wins the toss and opts to field first. PLAYING XIs South Africa: Tony de Zorzi, Aiden Markram, Tristan Stubbs, Temba Bavuma(c), David Bedingham, Kyle Verreynne(w), Wiaan Mulder, Marco Jansen, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis(w), Angelo Mathews, Dinesh Chandimal, Dhananjaya de Silva(c), Kamindu Mendis, Prabath Jayasuriya, Lahiru Kumara, Asitha Fernando, Vishwa Fernando ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 21 (ANI): Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) players are enjoying their time off the field after securing a spot in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 playoffs. Ahead of their match against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), several team members were seen relaxing and bonding over a game of pickleball. RCB's official X handle shared pictures of star batter Virat Kohli and his wife Anushka Sharma in action, playing pickleball with full intensity. The couple was joined by veteran wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik and his wife Dipika Pallikal, a professional squash p ...Read More >