Hockey: NZ beat India in Sultan Azlan Shah Cup clash
Apr 13, 2016, at 10:09 pm
Ipoh (Malaysia), Apr 13 (IBNS): In a thrilling match, New Zealand beat India 2-1 in a crucial match of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup on Wednesday.
IPL vs Drought: HC to give a decision on Wednesday
Apr 13, 2016, at 08:26 pm
Mumbai, Apr 13 (IBNS) Anurag Thakur, Secretary, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said on Wednesday, the cricket body is being criticised despite the measures it is willing to take to continue with the IPL matches in Maharashtra at the time of drought, according to media reports.
IPL: RCB edge past SRH in southern derby
Apr 13, 2016, at 05:32 am
Bangalore, Apr 12 (IBNS) It was a story of two halves, one where the RCB batsmen dominated on a batting friendly, the other where their bowlers kept it tight, allowing little breathing space for the SRH batsmen as they were chocked into submission.
Australia, Japan to go head-to-head following Asian draw
Apr 13, 2016, at 12:15 am
Zurich, Apr 12 (IBNS) More than a year after the race to the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia got underway in the Asian zone, with over 160 games having already been played across the first two stages, the draw for the third round of qualifying took place on April 12, 2016 in Kuala Lumpur.
Equatorial Guinea expelled from Women's Olympic Football Tournament 2020
Apr 13, 2016, at 12:01 am
Zurich, Apr 12 (IBNS) Equatorial Guinea will not compete in the preliminary competition of the Women's Olympic Football Tournament 2020 following a decision taken by the FIFA Disciplinary Committee on Monday.
Azlan Shah Cup Hockey: India maul Pakistan 5-1, stay in medal contention
Apr 12, 2016, at 11:49 pm
Kuala Lumpur, Apr 12 (IBNS) Playing an all important match against arch-rivals in the prestigious Azlan Shah Cup on Tuesday, India mauled Pakistan 5-1 to win the match and stayed in the medal contention, as they moved to the second spot in the leader board, following Australia.
Sania feels 'humbled, honoured after receiving Padma Bhushan from president
Apr 12, 2016, at 10:48 pm
New Delhi, Apr 12 (IBNS): Indian Tennis star Sania Mirza said she felt 'humbled, honoured and truly thankful' after receiving the Padma Bhushan award from the President on Tuesday.
Gujarat beat Kings by 5 wickets
Apr 12, 2016, at 05:33 am
Mohali, Apr 11 (IBNS): Gujarat Lions started their IPL campaign with a victory against hosts Kings XI Punjab by five wickets here on Monday.
Guyana Amazon Warriors name Guptill as captain for CPL 2016
Apr 12, 2016, at 03:41 am
New Delhi, Apr 11 (IBNS) Guyana Amazon Warriors have stepped up their preparations for the forthcoming HERO Caribbean Premier League (CPL) season by confirming New Zealand star batsman Martin Guptill as their captain.
Eight paddlers leave for Olympic qualifiers
Apr 12, 2016, at 02:36 am
New Delhi, Apr 11 (IBNS): An eight-member team has left for Hong Kong to participate in the Asian Olympic Qualification event to be held between Apr 13 and 17, 2016.
Men's rankings: Novak Djokovic maintain top spot
Apr 12, 2016, at 12:39 am
Madrid, Apr 11 (IBNS) Serbian Tennis star Novak Djokovic, who has been putting up strong performance on the court in recent times, remained the number one player on on the ATP singles player's ranking list released on Monday.
Serena Williams maintains number one position in WTA rankings
Apr 12, 2016, at 12:24 am
Madrid, Apr 11 (IBNS) US tennis star Serena Williams maintained the numero uno position in the WTA rankings published on Monday.
KP eyeing to return to international cricket with South Africa
Apr 11, 2016, at 11:38 pm
London, Apr 11 (IBNS): British batsman Kevin Pietersen has said he is eyeing a return to the international arena with South Africa.
Premier Futsal names Kohli as brand ambassador
Apr 11, 2016, at 10:45 pm
New Delhi, Apr 11 (IBNS) Premier Futsal on Monday named Test skipper Virat Kohli as its brand ambassador.
IPL: KKR start on a winning note, beat Delhi by 9 wickets
Apr 11, 2016, at 05:06 am
Kolkata, Apr 10 (IBNS) Playing their inaugural encounter at Kolkata, the Kolkata Knight Riders humbled Delhi Daredevils in all departments to win match by 9 wickets and 35 balls to spare, on Sunday.
Earthquake: The Gujarat Lions players evacuated from hotel in Mohali
Apr 11, 2016, at 12:48 am
Mohali, Apr 10 (IBNS): The Gujarat Lions players were evacuated from their hotel as strong tremors were felt in parts of north India on Sunday.
LAVA International Limited announces MS Dhoni as its Brand Ambassador
Apr 11, 2016, at 12:47 am
Mumbai/Kolkata, Apr 10 (IBNS) Lava International Limited, one of India’s leading players in the mobile handset industry, today announced its association with India’s most successful national cricket team captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni (MS Dhoni), as its brand ambassador.
IPL: Clinical Supergiants maul MI to win match by 9 wickets
Apr 10, 2016, at 05:16 am
Mumbai, Apr 9 (IBNS) Playing their first game in IPL, the Mahendra Singh Dhoni led Rising Pune Supergiants, mauled defending champions Mumbai Indians in their own backyard to win match by nine wickets on Saturday.
Kent RO Systems Ltd joins MS Dhoni squad
Apr 10, 2016, at 12:40 am
New Delhi , Apr 9 (IBNS) KENT RO Systems Ltd., one of the renowned healthcare brands in India, has been signed up as the principal sponsor of the Indian Premier League team, Rising Pune Supergiant, which is owned by RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group.
Afghanistan takes on Namibia with an eye on third spot in the ICC Intercontinental Cup
Apr 09, 2016, at 10:45 pm
Dubai, Apr 9 (IBNS): Afghanistan takes on Namibia in the final match of the third round of the four-day first-class ICC Intercontinental Cup on Sunday at the Greater Noida Cricket Stadium on the outskirts of Delhi with a chance to leapfrog its way from fifth to third.
I-league: Arnab Mondal and Shankarlal Chakraborty booked by AIFF over misconduct
Apr 09, 2016, at 07:19 pm
Kolkata, Apr 9 (IBNS) East Bengal FC's mainstay Arnab Mondal and assiatant coach of Mohun Bagan Shankarlal Chakraborty have been booked by the AIFF over misconduct, according to reports.
IPL 2016 kicks off amid glam and gliteratti
Apr 09, 2016, at 05:18 am
Mumbai, Apr 8 (IBNS): The Indian Premiere League (IPL) 2016 on Friday opened amid much glamour and glitterati with Bollywood stars taking the enthusiasm a notch higher.
RED FM announces Fourth innings with SUNRISERS HYDERABAD as Principal Sponsors
Apr 08, 2016, at 07:21 pm
Hyderabad, Apr 8 (IBNS) Adding yet another season to its association with cricket in the country, Red FM has announced its partnership with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) as their ‘Principal Sponsor’ for the fourth year in a row.
My determination to restore football's reputation is even stronger: Gianni Infantino
Apr 08, 2016, at 05:42 pm
Zurich, Apr 8 (IBNS) Speaking on the UEFA/ Cross Trading matter, FIFA President Gianni Infantino said his determination to restore the sports' reputation is stronger than ever.
Bowling action of Sunil Narine found to be legal: ICC
Apr 08, 2016, at 03:09 pm
Dubai, Apr 8 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed that following remedial work and retest, the bowling action of the West Indies’ Sunil Narine has been found to be legal, and the off-spinner can now resume bowling in both international cricket and domestic cricket events worldwide.
Sony Pictures unveils its regional plan for VIVO IPL 2K16
Apr 08, 2016, at 03:06 pm
Kolkata, Apr 8 (IBNS): Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN) on Thursday unveiled their regional campaign for VIVO IPL 2016 to further strengthen their reach through strategic market activation and localization of content.
Jaibir hits the front at Delhi NCR Cup
Apr 08, 2016, at 12:51 am
New Delhi, Apr 7 (IBNS): Jaibir Singh shot an even par 72 to jump into the lead at the end of the penultimate round of the 11th edition of the Delhi NCR Cup being played at the Delhi Golf Club here on Thursday.
Nishkarsh Sachdeva claims maiden title at Royal Juniors Open
Apr 08, 2016, at 12:49 am
Kolkata, Apr 7 (IBNS): Local lad Nishkarsh Sachdeva edged out overnight leader SK Yashin with a well compiled final round of 73 for a one stroke victory at the Royal Juniors Open at the Mecca of Indian golf, the Royal Calcutta Golf Club.
Futsal global body extends support to the Premier Futsal League
Apr 08, 2016, at 12:42 am
Mumbai, Apr 7 (IBNS): The Associacion Mundial de Futsal (AMF) has extended its firm support to the soon-to-be launched the Premier Futsal League, the eight-city, five-a-side franchise-based league.
First match of IPL to be held in Mumbai
Apr 07, 2016, at 10:30 pm
Mumbai, Apr 7 (IBNS): The Bombay High Court on Thursday ruled that the first match of the catch-rich Indian Premier League will be held in Mumbai as per schedule.