A pick of the future stars at the U19 CWC
Jan 02, 2018, at 10:10 pm
Dubai, Jan 2 (IBNS): ICC U19 Cricket World Cups have always provided a huge platform for teenaged cricketers from varied backgrounds to display their talent and the 2018 edition that gets underway in New Zealand on 13 January is expected to be no different.
Dawid Malan added to England squad for OD series against Australia
Jan 02, 2018, at 12:05 am
London, Jan 1 (IBNS): England's Selectors have added Dawid Malan to the One Day International squad for the series against Australia, starting on Jan 14.
For some, confidence comes from senior international cricket
Jan 01, 2018, at 06:59 pm
Dubai, Jan 1 (IBNS): Afghanistan are a capable unit going into the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup and the presence of two cricketers who have already played senior international cricket is one reason for that.
Cheteshwar Pujara, wife expecting first child
Jan 01, 2018, at 06:44 pm
Mumbai, Jan 1 (IBNS): Indian cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara and his wife Puja are expecting their first child this year.
Australia, New Zealand players recall big matches at U19 CWC
Dec 31, 2017, at 08:30 pm
Dubai, Dec 31 (IBNS): All-rounder Mitchell Marsh recalls the challenges and pressures faced in 2010 when he led Australia to their third ICC U19 Cricket World Cup title while his compatriots George Bailley, Travis Head and Ben Cutting remember their time at the tournament ahead of the 12th edition to be held in New Zealand from Jan 13 to Feb 3.
Virat Kohli, men practice hard before first Test against SA
Dec 31, 2017, at 12:43 am
Cape Town, Dec 30 (IBNS): Indian skipper Virat Kohli and his team were caught on camera sweating out at the nets ahead of their first Test match against South Africa.
Injured Novak Djokovic pulls out his name from Qatar Open
Dec 30, 2017, at 11:49 pm
Dubai, Dec 30 (IBNS): Serbian Tennis star Novak Djokovic has said he will not be featuring in the Qatar Open in Doha due to injury.
BBL: Moises Henriques takes personal leave from Sixers
Dec 30, 2017, at 11:37 pm
Sydney, Dec 30 (IBNS): Sydney Sixers captain Moises Henriques has taken a personal leave from the KFC Big Bash League.
Australian selectors add Ashton Agar to fifth Ashes Test squad
Dec 30, 2017, at 11:25 pm
Sydney, Dec 30 (IBNS): Australian selectors have added Ashton Agar to the squad for the upcoming fifth Ashes Test match against England.
Mohammed Hafeez clicks selfie with former India captain Rahul Dravid
Dec 30, 2017, at 11:15 pm
New Delhi, Dec 30 (IBNS): Giving cricket fans a rare image of togetherness of two popular cricketers from India and Pakistan, Mohammed Hafeez has shared a picture he had taken with former Indian captain Rahul Dravid recently when they were traveling to New Zealand.
Case registered against Olympic medallist wrestler Sushil Kumar for attacking Praveen Rana
Dec 30, 2017, at 09:42 pm
New Delhi, Dec 30 (IBNS) : Delhi police on Saturday registered a case against two-time Olympic medallist Sushil Kumar and his supporters on charges of attacking Parveen Rana and his brother Naveen, reports said.
After Shikhar Dhawan, now Kevin Pietesen slams Emirates Airlines
Dec 30, 2017, at 09:22 pm
London, Dec 30 (IBNS): After Shikhar Dhawan, another cricketer-Kevin Pietersen- now lashed out at airlines major and alleged that it misplaced his luggage while he was travelling from United Kingdom to Melbourne via Dubai.
ICC U-19 CWC: Players from England and Windies reminisce successes
Dec 30, 2017, at 06:29 pm
Dubai, Dec 30 (IBNS): The Windies will look to emulate Pakistan by winning back-to-back titles at the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup when the 12th edition of the tournament is held in New Zealand from Jan 13 to Feb 3.
Wrestler Sushil Kumar to represent India in CWG
Dec 30, 2017, at 12:55 am
New Delhi, Dec 29 (IBNS): Giving hope for another medal, Indian wrestler Sushil Kumar on Friday qualified for the 2018 Commonwealth Games as he defeated Jitender Kumar in the 74kg weight category.
Narendra Modi congratulates Vishwanathan Anad for winning World Chess Championship
Dec 30, 2017, at 12:03 am
New Delhi, Dec 29 (IBNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Viswanathan Anand on winning World Rapid Chess Championship.
Dec 29, 2017, at 11:11 pm
New Delhi, Dec 29 (IBNS); Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan on Friday hit out at airlines major Emirates as it did not allow his wife and kids to catch the connecting flight from Dubai to South Africa.
FUFA officially unveils Desabre Sébastien as new Uganda cranes Head Coach
Dec 29, 2017, at 09:01 pm
Kampala, Dec 29 (IBNS): Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) officially unveiled Desabre Sebastien as new Uganda Cranes Head coach on a 3-year deal at the FUFA Headquarters in Mengo, Kampala on Thursday, 28th December 2017.
Chess: Viswanathan Anand defeats Magnus Carlsen, picks up World Rapid Championship
Dec 29, 2017, at 07:28 pm
Riyadh, Dec 29 (IBNS): Indian Chess grand master Viswanathan Anand defeated arch rival and reigning champion Magnus Carlsen to lift up of World Rapid Championship in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Wednesday.
ICC U19 CWC: Bangladesh, Sri Lanka players look back with satisfaction
Dec 29, 2017, at 06:30 pm
Dubai, Dec 29 (IBNS): Bangladesh and Sri Lanka players consider the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup as the best possible opportunity for cricketers to hone their skills as they approach senior-level cricket and advise them to grab every chance at the upcoming edition of the tournament, which showcases future stars every two years.
South Africa and Zimbabwe players recalls memories of past U19 CWC editions
Dec 28, 2017, at 08:00 pm
Dubai, Dec 28 (IBNS): South Africa and Zimbabwe players have not only found the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup a great training ground but also an opportunity to make friends, as the event, which replicates a major tournament experience in terms of organization and playing facilities, brings together players from different parts of the world.
Hardik Pandya sets the dance floor on fire during Krunal's mehendi ceremony
Dec 27, 2017, at 10:49 pm
Mumbai, Dec 27 (IBNS): Cricketer Krunal Pandya has joined the list of cricketing stars who have decided to marry this year.,
Boult moves to fourth position in ODI rankings
Dec 27, 2017, at 10:19 pm
Dubai, Dec 27 (IBNS): New Zealand pace bowler Trent Boult has gained three places to reach fourth position in the MRF Tyres ICC ODI Player Rankings after his team completed a 3-0 series victory over the Windies in Christchurch on Tuesday.
PSL squad Lahore Qalandars appoints Aqib Javed as coach
Dec 27, 2017, at 09:31 pm
Lahore Dec 27 (IBNS); Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise Lahore Qalandars has appointed former pacer Aqib Javed as coach.
Former India and Pakistan U19 CWC stars urge players to seize opportunities
Dec 27, 2017, at 05:48 pm
Dubai, Dec 27 (IBNS): India and Pakistan have traditionally done well in the ICC U19 Cricket World Cups, having reached the final five times each in an event that is acknowledged as a stepping stone in the development of all participants, players and match officials.
Justin Langer not thinking about Australia's coaching job yet
Dec 27, 2017, at 03:45 pm
Sydney, Dec 27 (IBNS): Former Australian player Justin Langer has said it was took early to speak about his prospects of becoming Australia's next head coach.
Mohammad Kaif shares image of X-mas celebration with family, faces social media trolls
Dec 26, 2017, at 11:53 pm
New Delhi, Dec 26 (IBNS): Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif faced social media trolls after he shared image of his Christmas celebration on Twitter.
Du Plessis to miss Zimbabwe Test; De Villiers to captain
Dec 26, 2017, at 09:42 pm
Durban, Dec 26 (IBNS): Standard Bank Proteas captain, Faf du Plessis, has been ruled out of the day-night Sunfoil Test match against Zimbabwe starting at St George’s Park on Tuesday.
Darren Lehmann will step down as Australian coach in 2019
Dec 26, 2017, at 12:16 am
Melbourne, Dec 25 (IBNS): Australian coach Darren Lehmann has confirmed that he will not extend his contract with the nation side beyond October 2019.
Finch, Imad back at the top in latest T20I rankings
Dec 25, 2017, at 11:58 pm
Dubai, Dec 25 (IBNS): Australia opener Aaron Finch and Pakistan left-arm spinner Imad Wasim are the top-ranked batsman and bowler, respectively, in the latest MRF Tyres ICC T20I Player Rankings which were updated after the series between India and Sri Lanka that the home side won 3-0 in Mumbai on Sunday.
England name team for fourth Ashes Test
Dec 25, 2017, at 09:04 pm
London, Dec 25 (IBNS): England have named one change to their side for the fourth Ashes Test match starting in Melbourne on Boxing Day.