Rahul smashes 100 no,Rayudu contribute 62 no to help India beat Zimbabwe
Jun 12, 2016, at 01:41 am
Harare, June 11 (IBNS): KL Rahul dominated the show and smashed an unbeaten 100 as he joined Ambati Rayudu (62) in a crucial second wicket partnership which helped India win the first ODI against host Zimbabwe by nine wickets here on Saturday.
It's honour to represent the nation at the Rio Olympics: Leander Paes
Jun 11, 2016, at 11:09 pm
Mumbai, June 11 (IBNS): Gearing up to represent India for the seventh straight times in the Olympics, Tennis star Leander Paes on Saturday said it is an honour for him to be able to represent his nation in the mega sports event.
Badminton: Saina Nehwal reaches Australian Open Super Series final
Jun 11, 2016, at 11:01 pm
Sydney, June 11 (IBNS): Indian badminton star Saina Nehwal stormed to the final of the Australian Open Super Series on Saturday.
Olympics: Mamata Banerjee congratulates Leander Paes
Jun 11, 2016, at 10:14 pm
Kolkata, June 11 (IBNS): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday wishes Indian Tennis star Leander Paes for making it to his seventh straight Olympics.
Rohan issues statement on pairing with Leander Paes, explains his decision to choose Saketh
Jun 11, 2016, at 10:06 pm
New Delhi, June 11 (IBNS); A day when the All India Tennis Association (AITA) chose veteran Leander Paes to partner Rohan Bopanna in the men's doubles tennis tournament at the Rio Olympics, the Tennis star from Bangalore released a statement and explained behind choosing wanting to partner Saketh and not Olympic medal winner Paes.
India restrict Zimbabwe at 168
Jun 11, 2016, at 09:39 pm
Harare, June 11 (IBNS) In a series to taste India's young brigade, MS Dhoni's men bowled out Zimbabwe for 168 runs in 49.5 overs in the first ODI here on Saturday.
Saina Nehwal in Australian Open final
Jun 11, 2016, at 07:55 pm
Sydney, June 11 (IBNS) : India's shuttle queen Saina Nehwal on Saturday entered the final of Australian Open Badminton tournament in Sydney breezing past fourth seed Yihan Wang of China in straight games , 21-8, 21-12, reports said.
Leander Paes chosen to partner Bopanna in Rio Olympics tennis men's doubles
Jun 11, 2016, at 07:45 pm
New Delhi, Jun 11 (IBNS) The All India Tennis Association (AITA), on Saturday, chose veteran Leander Paes to partner Rohan Bopanna in the men's doubles tennis tournament at the Rio Olympics, according to media reports.
Euro 2016: Payet's late goal seals it for France
Jun 11, 2016, at 07:06 pm
Saint-Denis, Jun 11 (IBNS): Playing their first match against Romania, Euro 2016 host France registered a victory by the thinnest of margin as a 89th minute goal from Dimitri Payet sealed the deal for them.
Bureau of the FIFA Council lifts suspension of Benin Football Association (FBF)
Jun 11, 2016, at 05:59 pm
Zurich, Jun 11 (IBNS): The Bureau of the FIFA Council has lifted the suspension that was imposed on the Benin Football Association (FBF) on May 9, 2016, in accordance with article 16 of the FIFA Statutes for failing to hold elections within a set deadline because of a judicial ruling by a local court, an official release said.
World bids farewell to Muhammad Ali
Jun 11, 2016, at 06:14 am
Louisville, June 11 (IBNS):Thousands assembled on streets of Louisville as the world bade farewell to boxing legend Muhammad Ali on Friday.
Zampa confident of playing Test
Jun 11, 2016, at 05:26 am
Adelaide, June 10 (IBNS)Australian spinner Adam Zampa said his bowling has improved with time.
Abhinav Bindra to quit after Olympics
Jun 11, 2016, at 04:49 am
New Delhi, June 10 (IBNS): Iconinc Indian shooter Abhinav Bindra on Friday announced he will retire after the 2016 Olympics.
CPL welcomes West Indies stars for 'biggest party in sport'
Jun 11, 2016, at 04:35 am
St. Kitts and Nevis, June 10 (IBNS) The Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) on Friday announced that a host of West Indies stars - Devendra Bishoo, Carlos Brathwaite, Darren Bravo and Jason Holder – will join up for the opening weeks of the biggest party in sport, which is scheduled to start on June 29.
Jeet Raval named in NZ Test squad for series against South Africa, Zimbabwe
Jun 11, 2016, at 01:39 am
Auckland, June 10 (IBNS) Cricketer Jeet Raval has been named in the New Zealand Test squad for the upcoming series against Zimbabwe and South Africa.
Bopanna choose Myneni over Paes
Jun 10, 2016, at 08:32 pm
New Delhi, Jun 10 (IBNS): In his communication to the All India Tennis Association (AITA), Rohan Bopanna has stated that Saketh Myneni is his choice of partner for the men's doubles tournament in the Rio Olympics, according to media reports.
Rafael Nadal pulls out of Wimbledon
Jun 10, 2016, at 03:23 pm
London, June 10 (IBNS): Spain's top Tennis star Rafael Nadal has pulled out of Wimbledon due to injury.
Rohit Sharma’s new digital comic series Hyper Tiger launched
Jun 10, 2016, at 12:52 am
Mumbai, June 9 (IBNS): Cricketer Rohit Sharma in partnership with Graphic India, UK based ISM Komix and Cornerstone Sport took a stand for India and the environment today with the launch of the all new Hyper Tiger, the world's first superhero cricket team, who play futuristic Hyper Cricket to save the environment, their village, and the world.
BCCI announces India Cricket Season 2016-17
Jun 09, 2016, at 07:57 pm
Mumbai, June 9 (IBNS): The Tour Programme and Fixtures Committee of the BCCI met in Mumbai earlier Thursday to finalise the schedules for International and domestic cricket season of 2016-17.
ICC announces unchanged umpiring panel for 2016-2017 season
Jun 09, 2016, at 05:57 pm
Dubai, Jun 9 (IBNS): The International Cricket Council (ICC) retained the Emirates Elite Panel of ICC Umpires for the 2016-17 season, following the annual review and selection process, an official release said.
Maria Sharapova banned for two years
Jun 09, 2016, at 04:22 am
London, June 8 (IBNS) An Independent Tribunal appointed under Article 8.1 of the 2016 Tennis Anti-Doping Programme has found that Russian Tennis legend Maria Sharapova committed an Anti-Doping Rule Violation under Article 2.1 of the Programme and as a consequence has disqualified the affected results and imposed a period of ineligibility of two years, commencing on Jan 26, 2016.
Rohit Sharma wishes Indian team for ODI series
Jun 09, 2016, at 12:28 am
Mumbai, June 8 (IBNS): Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma on Wednesday wished the Indian ODI team for the upcoming series against Zimbabwe.
Coach should understand Indian culture: Dhoni
Jun 08, 2016, at 05:14 am
Mumbai, June 7 (IBNS): Before departing with his team for the Zimbabwe tour, India's limited overs captain MS Dhoni on Tuesday said the Indian coach should be someone who can understand the culture of this country.
India pump half a dozen past Laos in 2nd leg
Jun 08, 2016, at 04:49 am
Guwahati, June 7 (IBNS) India achieved their ‘mission’ when they qualified for the Qualifiers for the AFC 2019 Asian Cup UAE defeating Laos 6-1 in the second leg of the play-offs at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Sajusarai, Guwahati on Tuesday (June 7).
AIFF launches global scouting programme for U-17 WC team
Jun 07, 2016, at 08:47 pm
New Delhi, June 7 (IBNS)In an effort to scout Players for the current U-16 National Team presently preparing for the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup, the All India Football Federation in collaboration with Sports Authority of India has launched a Global Scouting Programme.
Simmons vows Patriots will leave no stone unturned in quest for CPL title
Jun 07, 2016, at 05:37 am
St. Kitts & Nevis, June 6 (IBNS) West Indies star batsman Lendl Simmons says that the best is yet to come from the St. Kitts & Nevis Patriots in this year’s Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) and his team are primed to challenge for silverware in the fourth instalment of the biggest party in sport.
Jun 07, 2016, at 04:43 am
London, June 6 (IBNS): West Indies batsman Chris Gayle, who recently sharmed Indian fans by his performance in the cash-rich Indian Premier League, visited the iconic Premier League Club Manchester United’s stadium, Old Trafford on Monday.
Olympics: HC dismisses Sushil Kumar's plea
Jun 07, 2016, at 03:26 am
New Delhi, June 6 (IBNS) In a crucial move, the Delhi High Court on Monday dismissed wrestler Sushil Kumar's plea seeking directions to Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) to hold selection trials in a bid to take decision on which wrestler will represent India in the 74 kg freestyle category in the upcoming Olympics.
Virat Kohli wishes Ajinkya Rahane
Jun 07, 2016, at 03:08 am
Chennai, June 6 (IBNS) Indian Test skipper Virat Kohli on Monday wished cricketer Ajinkya Rahane on his birthday.
Virat Kohli spends time with A.R. Rahman
Jun 07, 2016, at 02:50 am
Mumbai, June 6 (IBNS): Indian cricketer Virat Kohli on Monday said he shared sometime with iconic music legend A.R. Rahman.