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Mohammed Siraj produced one of the most dramatic dismissals of the first Test between India and South Africa as their fiery fast bowler sent Simon Harmer's off stump flying in a stunning display of sheer precision, brutality, and accuracy at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. On the third ball of the 53rd over, Mohammed Siraj delivered a moment of pure destruction when he came on for his second over of South Africa's second innings at the Eden Gardens. Siraj sent in a length ball that angled towards ...Read More >
Bengaluru: India has its task cut out in the Billie Jean King Cup playoffs, beginning at the SM Krishna Tennis Stadium on Friday. The odds are stacked against the hosts, who are logged alongside higher-rated sides in Netherlands and Slovenia in Group G.The gulf in rankings between India and its opponents this weekend, underlines the challenge that lies ahead. Sahaja Yamalapalli, No. 309, leads India's singles lineup, followed by Shrivalli Bhamidipaty at No. 381. In contrast, the Netherlands boas ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Indian cricket team suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of South Africa at the Eden Gardens Stadium in Kolkata. This marked the first time in 15 years that the Indian team has lost a match to South Africa in a home match. They lost by 30 runs. Previously, in 2010, South Africa, under the captaincy of Graeme Smith, defeated India in Nagpur. This defeat was a huge disappointment for fans. On the field, the Indian team was chasing a target of 124 runs. At one point, it seemed th ...Read More >
Jasprit Bumrah's exceptional five-wicket haul dismantled South Africa's batting lineup, bowling them out for a mere 159 on day one of the Test. The visitors struggled after winning the toss, with Wiaan Mulder and Toni de Zorzi emerging as joint top scorers. India's bowlers, including Siraj, Kuldeep, and Axar, also contributed significantly to the collapse. Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah took a five-wicket haul as India bowled out South Africa for 159 on day one of the opening Test here on Friday ...Read More >
Hockey India on Friday announced the 18-member Indian team for the FIH Men's Junior World Cup 2025 set to take place from November 28 to December 10, 2025, in Chennai and Madurai. The Indian side, coached by legendary former India goalkeeper PR Sreejesh, is grouped in Pool B along with Chile, Switzerland and Oman, which has come in as a replacement for Pakistan. The India Colts will be led by defender and dragflicker Rohit, who had a good show in the recent Sultan of Johor Cup in Malaysia, whe ...Read More >
India's legendary goalkeeper P.R. Sreejesh's career has been marked by many successes, but a regret remains: he has never won a junior or senior World Cup medal. Despite playing in a junior hockey World Cup (2005) and four senior World Cups (2010, 2014, 2018, and 2023) and clinching Olympic bronze in Tokyo and Paris, a World Cup medal eluded him. Now, at 37, Sreejesh is aiming to change it, not as a player, but as the head coach of the Indian team for the FIH junior men's hockey World Cup in C ...Read More >
KOLKATA: The prospect of conquering India in their own backyard carries a special allure for South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma, who said that winning the upcoming two-match Test series would be second only to their World Test Championship triumph earlier this year. South Africa have lost seven successive Tests in India across three tours, with their last win coming back in 2010 at Nagpur. But Bavuma believes this group, unbeaten in full-strength Test series since coach Shukri Conrad took charg ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Former South African cricketer and noted coach Eric Simons believes that the upcoming India versus South Africa Test series will be exciting. In an exclusive chat with The New Indian Express, he felt South Africa have evolved and are better-equipped to handle spin in India. Simons said that Temba Bavuma has grown in stature and felt that Keshav Maharaj, with his 'drift', could prove to be a significant threat for the Indian batters. Excerpts: On expectations from the India vs South Afr ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], November 10 (ANI): Former India captain Sourav Ganguly praised team's wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel's form but admitted that it might be difficult to fit him into the current Test XI, given the team's settled batting line-up. Jurel has made a strong case for selection in India's playing XI after he slammed back-to-back centuries against South Africa A in the second unofficial Test at Bengaluru. The South Africa series is scheduled to begin on November 14 at Eden ...Read More >
Karan Johar revealed childhood pain and body image issues. He shared how these insecurities affect his parenting of twins Yash and Roohi. Johar spoke about societal judgment over perceived femininity. He also discussed battling body dysmorphia and shame. Johar is actively challenging gender stereotypes for his children. Karan Johar recently shared an intimate glimpse into the emotional scars that have shaped much of his life and identity. In a heartfelt conversation with tennis icon Sania Mirza ...Read More >
Richa Ghosh, who hit the most sixes in the tournament (12), shared her future ambitions and spoke about the changing landscape of Indian cricket. Thousands lined the streets of Siliguri on Friday to give a grand welcome to local hero Richa Ghosh, Bengal's world-winning cricketer, following the Indian Women's Cricket team's victory over South Africa in the World Cup. The celebration began at Bagdogra airport, where a huge crowd gathered, greeting her with drums as she was driven in a hooded jee ...Read More >
IMAGE: Smriti Mandana, Jemimah Rodriguez (below) and Radha Yadav (below) were felicitated by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CM Ajit Pawar. Photograph: BCCI Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis hailed India's ICC Women's World Cup 2025 victory, calling it a historic moment for the nation and praising the team for "bringing the World Cup home." Fadnavis interacted with cricketers Smriti Mandhana, Jemima Rodrigues and Radha Yadav, who were part of the Indian team that won the ...Read More >
Siliguri, Nov 7 (PTI) The streets of Siliguri turned into a sea of celebration on Friday as thousands came out to greet hometown star Richa Ghosh, Bengal's first-ever World Cup-winning cricketer, after India's historic triumph at the Women's World Cup. Cheers, drums and chants filled the air as the 22-year-old wicketkeeper-batter emerged from Bagdogra airport, standing atop an open jeep that made its way through the city to Baghajatin Park, where a grand felicitation awaited. The entire route ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], November 6 (ANI): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Thursday congratulated India's star opener Shafali Verma for her 'Player of the Match' award in the ICC Women's World Cup Final and India's maiden Women's CWC title. While speaking on a phone call with Shafali Verma, Nayab Singh Saini said, "The entire state is proud of your performance." Also Read | PAK 58/3 in 16 Over | Pakistan vs South Africa Live Score Updates of 2nd ODI 2025: Salman Ali Agha, Saim Ayub Stitc ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], November 6 (ANI): With just weeks to go for the start of the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup 2025 in Tamil Nadu, Hockey India today announced a nationwide Trophy Tour, during which the prestigious World Cup trophy will travel across 20 cities in India, as per a release from Hockey India. The Trophy Tour will officially kick off on November 7 during the Hockey India Centenary Celebrations at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, New Delhi, in the presence of Union Minister ...Read More >
Chennai, November 4: Tollywood heartthrob Ram Charan congratulated the Indian Women's cricket team for winning the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 Finals against South Africa. Taking to this X (Previously known as Twitter) handle, the 'RRR' actor penned, "Congratulations, Team India We are the World Champions A phenomenal achievement that will inspire countless young girls to believe, dream, and achieve @BCCIWomen #CWC25. (sic)" Many other prominent names from the South film industry also used social ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], November 4 (ANI): Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) on Tuesday unveiled the all-new Hyundai VENUE and Hyundai VENUE N Line, marking their global debut with prices starting at Rs 7.89 lakh and Rs 11.11 lakh (ex-showroom) respectively. The latest launch underscores Hyundai's strong "Make in India for the World" vision, as the new VENUE will be exclusively manufactured in India for global markets. Also Read | PSG vs Bayern Munich UEFA Champions League 2025-26 Live Streaming On ...Read More >
New Delhi: Things have drastically improved for women's cricket in India. The Harmanpreet Kaur-led side created history as they won its maiden World Cup title. Their victory also brought a record-breaking prize purse of around Rs 39.78 crore, along with an additional Rs 51 crore announced by the BCCI. But the journey to this success wasn't always smooth. In a past interview, Indian cricket legend Mithali Raj opened up about how different and challenging the conditions were during her era compare ...Read More >
November 2, 2025, will forever be etched in Indian cricket history as the day the nation's women's team lifted their maiden ICC Women's World Cup trophy. Under the fearless leadership of Harmanpreet Kaur, India defeated South Africa by 52 runs in the final at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai, to end a 52-year-long wait for a World Cup triumph. India set a strong target of 298 runs before bowling out South Africa for 246. Deepti Sharma and Shafali Verma shone bright on the grand stage both scoring ...Read More >
It was not long ago here in Mumbai that Harmanpreet Kaur juggled a day job as a railway clerk with the grueling training sessions as a young member of India's national women's cricket team. Away from her family and her hometown in Punjab, Ms. Kaur began her days at dawn -- long hours of shuttling from a morning practice to work and back again to an evening training session. Lunch was a bite on the train. Her biggest anxiety: Not finishing evening practice before the rush hour and the departure ...Read More >
Amanjot Kaur took a crucial catch dismissing Wolvaardt and was vital in India's win Team India scripted history on Sunday night as Harmanpreet Kaur and Co. clinched their maiden ICC Women's ODI World Cup title in Navi Mumbai. Up against South Africa, India posted a total of 298/7 in 50 overs, with Shafali Verma scoring 87. Later, the Proteas gave a tough fight but were eventually bundled out for 246, with Shafali taking two wickets. The 21-year-old star bagged the Player of the Match award for ...Read More >
Mumbai: The world cup-winning Indian women's cricket team will receive a cash prize of Rs 51 crores, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced. The team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, crushed South Africa by 52 runs in the final of ICC Women's ODI World Cup at the D Y Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday evening. This was the first ODI World Cup victory for the Indian women's side though they had reached the finals in 2005 and 2017. The victory brought cheer to Indians with c ...Read More >
Hazaribagh (Jharkhand) [India], November 3 (ANI): Union Minister of Women and Child Development Annapurna Devi on Monday congratulated the Indian women's cricket team on their historic ICC Women's World Cup victory over South Africa, calling it an example of women's empowerment. In a video message, the Union Minister extended her best wishes to the team. Also Read | Chevella Bus Tragedy: Naga Chaitanya's #NC24 Team Postpones Meenakshi Chaudhary's Character Reveal After Fatal Accident (View Pos ...Read More >
Hazaribagh (Jharkhand) [India], November 3 (ANI): Union Minister of Women and Child Development Annapurna Devi on Monday congratulated the Indian women's cricket team on their historic ICC Women's World Cup victory over South Africa, calling it an example of women's empowerment. In a video message, the Union Minister extended her best wishes to the team. "Harmanpreet Kaur aur uski team ne desh ke har mann ki ichha ko poora kiya hai. Congratulations to Team India. This is an example of women em ...Read More >
Wikipedia pages can be edited by anyone, leading to misinformation. The ICC Women's World Cup 2025 Final between India and South Africa is still a couple of days away, and as of Friday (October 31), it's anybody's game to win with no clear favorites. However, if you look at Wikipedia, it'll tell you that India won the trophy by beating South Africa by 100 runs! In the open internet encyclopedia's page for the Women's World Cup, someone has already mentioned that India scored 326/5 in 50 overs ...Read More >
When Jemimah Rodrigues was trying to force herself into the India women's side as a teenager, she cut out a photograph of her face and stuck it over an image of the national team's jersey. She told the No Balls podcast back in 2021 that she would look at it every single day for motivation, refusing to lose sight of the dream that started for a four-year-old girl playing street cricket with her brothers. On Thursday, under the bright lights of Navi Mumbai's DY Patil Stadium, she played one of t ...Read More >
Former Indian cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin has been sworn in as a minister in the Telangana cabinet. He will contest the Jubilee Hills by-poll. This appointment marks the first minority representation in Revanth Reddy's cabinet. Azharuddin was previously nominated as an MLC but awaits the Governor's clearance. He had unsuccessfully contested from Jubilee Hills in the 2023 polls. Former Indian cricket team captain Mohammad Azharuddin was sworn in as a minister of Telangana cabinet on Frid ...Read More >
Manuel Frederick, a celebrated former Indian hockey goalkeeper, has passed away in Bengaluru. He was 78. Frederick was part of the 1972 Munich Olympics bronze medal-winning team. He was also the first athlete from Kerala to win an Olympic medal. His career spanned seven years with the national team. He represented India in two World Cups. Former Indian men's hockey team goalkeeper and member of the 1972 Munich Olympics bronze medal-winning side Manuel Frederick died in Bengaluru on Friday morni ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Deepika Padukone, who has been a strong advocate for mental health awareness, reacted to cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues' recent revelation about battling anxiety. The 'Om Shanti Om' actress, known for openly sharing her own struggles with depression in the past, praised Jemimah for her honesty and courage in speaking up, highlighting the importance of conversations around mental well-being in sports and beyond. Taking to her Instagram Stories, Deepika Paduko ...Read More >
New Delhi: Defeating a seven-time world champion team like Australia is no easy feat, but the Indian women's team accomplished this seemingly impossible task. In the semi-final of the 2025 Women's ODI World Cup, thanks to Jemimah Rodrigues' magnificent century, India chased down a massive target of 339 runs, creating history. Following this historic victory, everyone from IndiaDefeating a seven-time world champion team like Australia is no easy feat, but the Indian women's team accomplished this ...Read More >
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