India win toss, elect to bat first
Jan 15, 2016, at 02:38 pm
Brisbane, Jan 15 (IBNS): India won the toss and elected to bat first against Australia in the second ODI match of the series here on Friday.
South Africa's Gulam Bodi charged under CSA anti-corruption code
Jan 15, 2016, at 12:17 am
Johannesburg, Jan 14 (IBNS) The Cricket South Africa on Thursday confirmed that former Proteas, Dolphins, Titans and Lions cricketer, Gulam Bodi, is the intermediary who has been charged under its Anti-Corruption Code.
18 players set to take part in their second ICC U19 Cricket World Cup
Jan 14, 2016, at 10:33 pm
Dubai, Jan 14 (IBNS) The 11th edition of the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup will be played across four cities in Bangladesh from January 27 to February 14, featuring nine Test-playing nations and seven the Associate and Affiliate members – Afghanistan, Canada, Fiji, Ireland, Namibia, Nepal and Scotland.
David Warner becomes father for second time
Jan 14, 2016, at 09:14 pm
Sydney, Jan 14 (IBNS) Australian opener David Warner became a father for the second time as his wife Candice gave birth to their daughter on Thursday.
It was disappointing in the end not to be on the winning side: Sharma
Jan 14, 2016, at 09:08 pm
Perth, Jan 14 (IBNS): Despite hammering a century in the first ODI match against Australia, Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma felt disappointed that he could not be a part of the winning side.
Sania-Martina rewrites history, sets new record after wining 29 matches in a row
Jan 14, 2016, at 08:18 pm
Sydney, Jan 14 (IBNS): Ahead of the crucial Australian Open, Indian Tennis star Sania Mirza and her Swiss doubles partner Martina Hingis continued their dominance on the court as they broke a 22-year-old world record when they claimed their 29th women's doubles match victory in a row on Thursday.
Jerome Valcke dismissed as FIFA Secretary General
Jan 14, 2016, at 02:56 am
Zurich, Jan 13 (IBNS) The FIFA Emergency Committee on Jan 9 decided to dismiss Jerome Valcke from the position of FIFA Secretary General with immediate effect, the FIFA said on Wednesday.
Zimbabwe Cricket appoints Ntini, Atapattu as coaches
Jan 14, 2016, at 02:50 am
Harare, Jan 13 (IBNS): Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has said it made two appointments in the batting and bowling departments of the senior men’s national team.
Current stars talk about the significance of ICC U19 Cricket World Cup
Jan 14, 2016, at 01:30 am
Dubai, Jan 13 (IBNS) As the 11th edition of the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup in Bangladesh from 27 January to 14 February 2016 draws near, current international captains like India’s Virat Kohli reflect on how their participations in past events have helped them grow as cricketers.
Oxigen Masters Champions League appoints CricHQ as Tournament Technology Partner
Jan 14, 2016, at 12:34 am
Dubai, Jan 13 (IBNS) Oxigen Masters Champions League (MCL) has appointed New Zealand based CricHQ as the Tournament Technology Partner.
I would like to return to Argentinian football one day: Messi
Jan 13, 2016, at 09:59 pm
Zurich, Jan 13 (IBNS): Footballer Lionel Messi has said he wants to return to Argentine football in future.
Test cricket still 'excites' Anderson
Jan 13, 2016, at 09:30 pm
London, Jan 13 (IBNS) In this age of growing popularity of T20 cricket, English fast bowler James Anderson has revealed that Test cricket still excites him.
Spinners could have done better: Dhoni
Jan 12, 2016, at 10:12 pm
Perth, Jan 12 (IBNS): After being defeated in the first ODI against Australia here, Indian skipper MS Dhoni said he felt that the spinners could have performed better in the match.
Steve Smith guides Australia to five wickets victory against India
Jan 12, 2016, at 09:58 pm
Perth, Jan 12 (IBNS): Steve Smith shined with the bat as he scored 149 runs to help Australia beat India by five wickets in the first ODI here on Tuesday.
Cook, McCullum, Azhar and O’Brien recall their ICC U19 Cricket World Cup days
Jan 12, 2016, at 07:14 pm
Dubai, Jan 12 (IBNS) With just 15 days to go before the first ball is bowled in the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup Bangladesh, current stars Alastair Cook of England, New Zealand’s Brendon McCullum, Azhar Ali of Pakistan and Ireland’s Kevin O’Brien recall how their participation in this tournament has helped them develop as cricketers.
Rohit's ton set Australia for a steep target of 310
Jan 12, 2016, at 06:38 pm
Perth, Jan 12 (IBNS) Riding high on Rohit Sharma's unbeaten century, Team India managed to post a huge total for host Australia to chase and win the first ODI of the 5-match series, here on Tuesday.
Messi, Lloyd, Luis Enrique and Ellis triumph at FIFA Ballon d'Or 2015
Jan 12, 2016, at 03:05 pm
Zurich, Jan 12 (IBNS): Argentina footballer Lionel Messi has won the FIFA Ballon d’Or for the best player in the world for the fifth time, while US midfielder Carli Lloyd has claimed her first-ever FIFA Women’s World Player of the Year award.
1st ODI: India win toss, elect to bat first
Jan 12, 2016, at 02:33 pm
Perth, Jan 12 (IBNS) India won the toss and elected to bat first in the first ODI against Australia here on Tuesday.
Bengal Celebrity League: Burdwan Blasters book a final berth
Jan 11, 2016, at 08:51 pm
Kolkata, Jan 11 (IBNS) After a close encounter in which the Tollywood fans witnessed a plethora of stars taking on each other, Burdwan Blasters emerged victorious beating Midnapore Mighties by 9 runs in the first semifinal of the Bengal Celebrity League, here on Saturday at Kolkata's Kishore Bharati Krirangan.
ICC announces MoneyGram as Event Partner
Jan 11, 2016, at 08:44 pm
Dubai, Jan 11 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday said the council and MoneyGram International, a leading global provider of money transfer services, today announced an eight-year deal which confirms MoneyGram as an event partner for ICC events from 2016-2023.
IPL: Stephen Fleming to coach Pune Franchisee
Jan 11, 2016, at 07:48 pm
Kolkata, Jan 11 (IBNS) Sanjiv Goenka, owner of Pune franchisee of IPL announced in Kolkata on Monday the signing of Stephen Fleming as the coach of the team for the upcoming IPL session which begins on Apr 9.
History of ICC U19 Cricket World Cup
Jan 11, 2016, at 07:07 pm
Dubai, Jan 11 (IBNS) Cricket’s finest young talent will be on display when the 11th edition of the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup is played across four cities in Bangladesh from Jan 27 to February 14 this year.
Jan 11, 2016, at 04:20 pm
Mumbai, Jan 11 (IBNS) Former Indian cricketer, Rahul Dravid on Monday celebrates his 43rd birthday.
U15 Youth League: Pune FC Under-15s top Maharashtra Zone; complete first ever unique double in India
Jan 11, 2016, at 12:00 am
Pune, Jan 10 (IBNS) Leaders Pune FC kept their focus clear, fought with purpose and didn’t let go the opportunity to seal the title at home as they overcame arch-rivals Mumbai FC 2-1 after coming from a goal down to emerge outright winners of the Maharashtra Zone Under-15 Youth League 2015-16 at the Pune FC Training Pitches in Mamurdi on Sunday.
India must win one match against Australia to retain second position
Jan 10, 2016, at 08:03 pm
Dubai, Jan 10 (IBNS): World champion Australia goes head to head with former World Cup winner India in a five-match ODI series in Perth on Tuesday with its number-one ranking in the ICC ODI Team Championship secured.
Sania Mirza makes 'good' start to 2016 by winning Brisbane title
Jan 10, 2016, at 02:49 pm
Brisbane, Jan 10 (IBNS): Indian Tennis star Sania Mirza said she made a 'good' start to her career in 2016 with her doubles partner Martina Hingis as the duo clinched the Brisbane title on Saturday.
India thrash Western Australia to win second tour match
Jan 10, 2016, at 04:38 am
Perth, Jan 9 (IBNS) After winning their opening tour match, India continued their dominance in the second match , which was a 50-over clash, against Western Australia by winning the encounter by 64 runs, here on Saturday.
Victoria Azarenka wins Brisbane International crown
Jan 10, 2016, at 01:11 am
Brisbane, Jan 9 (IBNS): Belarusian Tennis player Victoria Azarenka on Saturday won the Brisbane International crown.
Sania-Martina win Brisbane International doubles title
Jan 10, 2016, at 12:47 am
Brisbane, Jan 9 (IBNS) Indian Tennis star Sania Mirza and her Swiss partner Martina Hingis won the Brisbane International doubles title here on Saturday.
U15 Youth League: Pune FC look to cement top spot; host arch rivals Mumbai FC
Jan 10, 2016, at 12:23 am
Pune, Jan 9 (IBNS) Leaders Pune FC will aim to cement their top spot in the Maharashtra Zone when they host arch rivals Mumbai FC in an all-important final round zonal encounter of the U15 Youth League 2015-16 at the Pune FC Training Pitches in Mamurdi on Sunday.