Angelique Kerber remains number one in WTA ranking

May 29, 2017, at 11:35 pm

London, May 29 (IBNS); German Angelique Kerber on Monday continued to remained the number one Tennis player in the world, as per the latest Women's Tennis Association (WTA) world singles rankings released on Monday.

Andy Murray maintains number one ranking

May 29, 2017, at 11:26 pm

London, May 29 (IBNS): Scot Tennis star Andy Murray continued his dominance in the world of Tennis as he maintained the number one ranking on the ATP list released on Monday.

No India-Pak cricket till cross-border terrorism continues : Union Sports Minister

May 29, 2017, at 08:22 pm

New Delhi, May 29 (IBNS) : Disapproving the proposed bilateral cricket match between India and Pakistan, Union Sports Minister Vijay Goel on Monday said the Government will not allow any such event to take place till "cross-border terrorism" continues. reports said.

Kolkata: School Regatta begins at Lake Club, DAV Public School from Chandigarh shines

May 29, 2017, at 04:25 am

Kolkata, May 28 (IBNS): DAV Public School from Chandigarh stole the limelight winning their hit easily over city based Khalsa English High School in Sr Boys Fours event on the opening day of the 45th KC Mahindra All India Invitation School Regatta , organized by Lake Club at Rabindra Sarobar here Sunday.

India beat NZ by 45 runs via D/L method

May 29, 2017, at 03:50 am

London, May 28 (IBNS): In the crucial warm-up match before the ICC Champions Trophy, India defeated New Zealand by 45 runs via Duckworth-Lewis method here on Sunday.

Practice match: Indian bowlers shine, NZ bowled out for 189

May 28, 2017, at 11:59 pm

London, May 28 (IBNS): Indian bowlers performed strongly on the English soil during a practice match against New Zealand, ahead of the Champions Trophy, as the Kiwis were bowled out for 189 runs.

Recovering from injury, Petra Kvitova wins first match in French Open

May 28, 2017, at 11:50 pm

Paris, May 28 (IBNS): Czech player Petra Kvitova advanced to the next round of the French Open by beating American Julia Boserup on Sunday.

French Open: Germany's Angelique Kerber suffers first round defeat

May 28, 2017, at 11:32 pm

Paris, May 28 (IBNS): German Tennis player Angelique Kerber suffered shock defeat in the first round of the women's singles event of the French Open here on Sunday.

Pakistan,Afghanistan to play 2 T20 matches, bilateral series

May 28, 2017, at 04:35 am

Lahore, May 27 (IBNS): Pakistan and Afghanistan are all set to play two T20 matches and a bilateral cricket series.

Harmanpreet Kaur to represent Surrey Stars in ECB's Kia Super League

May 28, 2017, at 03:04 am

Mumbai, May 27 (IBNS): After her impressive debut with Sydney Thunder, star India all-rounder Harmanpreet Kaur is set to represent the Surrey Stars in Kia Super League, the T20 tournament hosted by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB).

Yuvraj Singh suffering from viral fever, making steady progress, confirms BCCI

May 28, 2017, at 02:53 am

Mumbai, May 27 (IBNS): Indian all-rounder Yuvraj Singh is suffering from viral fever, the BCCI confirmed on Saturday.

English club Watford appoints Marco Silva as Head Coach

May 28, 2017, at 12:49 am

London, May 27 (IBNS): English football club Watford on Saturday announced its decision to appoint Marco Silva as Head Coach.

El Clasico in India

May 27, 2017, at 02:56 am

New delhi, May 26 (IBNS): Football Next Foundation, Barcelona and Real Madrid on Thursday proudly announced Football Match , El Clasico between Barcelona Legends and Real Madrid Legends in India.

Mortaza says Bangladesh takes form into ICC Champions Trophy

May 27, 2017, at 02:41 am

Dubai, May 26 (IBNS): Captain Mashrafe Mortaza is convinced Bangladesh can take its form of the past two years on to one of the sport’s grandest stages as it gears up for its first ICC Champions Trophy since 2006.

Sarfraz Ahmed says no pressure on Pakistan in ICC Champions Trophy

May 27, 2017, at 02:22 am

Dubai, May 26 (IBNS): His side comes into the tournament eighth in the MRF Tyres ICC ODI Team Rankings, but Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed is confident of making the most of having nothing to lose in this summer’s ICC Champions Trophy.

West Ham United signs Pablo Zabaleta

May 27, 2017, at 01:00 am

London, May 26 (IBNS): West Ham United on Friday said it has signed Argentina's Pablo Zabaleta.

Kane Williamson says there is no time for 'slip ups' in ICC Champions Trophy

May 26, 2017, at 04:22 am

London, May 25 (IBNS): Kane Williamson knows what it is like to be part of a thrilling one-day series in England, but the New Zealand captain hopes there will be a better result for his team this year as his side prepares for the ICC Champions Trophy 2017.

ICC Anti-Corruption chief determined to ensure clean Champions Trophy

May 26, 2017, at 02:11 am

London, May 25 (IBNS): ICC Anti-Corruption Unit Chairman Sir Ronnie Flanagan's main priority ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy is to ensure that whoever claims the trophy, no team or player is susceptible to any form of corruption.

Sri Lanka doesn't mind ‘underdog’ tag at ICC Champions Trophy

May 26, 2017, at 02:05 am

London, May 25 (IBNS): Sri Lanka will embrace the ‘underdog’ tag at the ICC Champions Trophy in England, according to skipper Angelo Mathews.

Virat Kohli says defending champion India better equipped than last time

May 26, 2017, at 01:20 am

London, May 25 (IBNS): Virat Kohli, who was part of the India squad which won the ICC Champions Trophy four years ago, believes his side is in an even better position to rule the world this year as he prepares for his first major competition as captain.

ICC Cricket Committee makes range of recommendations

May 25, 2017, at 10:38 pm

London, May 25 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) Cricket Committee has made a number of recommendations following its annual meeting held in London on 23 and 24 May.

Virat Kohli encourages Indian children to play more by joining Stepathlon

May 25, 2017, at 05:03 pm

Mumbai, May 25 (IBNS): ‘Do It Now’ is Indian cricket captain,Virat Kohli’s, mantra for India’s kids.

Steve Smith exudes confidence ahead of ICC Champions Trophy

May 25, 2017, at 03:24 am

Dubai, May 24 (IBNS): Australia captain Steve Smith has re-emphasised the importance of the ICC Champions Trophy as he looks to maintain the impressive one-day form the country has shown over the past 20 years.

We want to win Champions Trophy without losing a game, says Virat Kohli

May 25, 2017, at 02:00 am

Mumbai, May 24 (IBNS): Giving a clear indication of the killer instinct of his team in the upcoming Champions Trophy, Indian captain Virat Kohli said that they want to win the tournament without losing a single game, according to media reports on Wednesday.

Ed Joyce announces retirement from county cricket

May 24, 2017, at 10:30 pm

Dublin/London, May 25 (IBNS): British cricket county Sussex Cricket has announced that batsman Ed Joyce has decided to retire from county cricket with immediate effect.

ICC announces three years partnership with Hublot

May 24, 2017, at 10:27 pm

Dubai, May 24 (IBNS): The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday announced a long term deal with luxury brand Hublot which will include all ICC events to 2020. Hublot have previously partnered with the ICC on one off events including the Cricket World Cup 2015 and World T20 2016 and have now moved to a long-term partnership.

Zaheer Khan, Sagarika Ghatge get engaged,cricketers, celebrities attend party

May 24, 2017, at 08:58 pm

Mumbai, May 24 (IBNS): Former Indian fast bowler Zaheer Khan has officially got engaged with actress Sagarika Ghatge.

Manchester blast: ICC to review security arrangements post Manchester attack

May 23, 2017, at 10:36 pm

Dubai, May 23 (IBNS): Keeping in mind the upcoming Champions Trophy, the International Cricket Council on Tuesday said it will review security arrangements following the blast in Manchester which killed 22 people.

Squads confirmed for ICC Women's WC

May 23, 2017, at 10:35 pm

Dubai, May 23 (IBNS): The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday confirmed the squads which will be taking part in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2017 to be staged in the United Kingdom from 24 June – 23 July.

Jonty Rhodes welcomes second child

May 23, 2017, at 01:38 am

Mumbai, May 22 (IBNS): Former South African cricketer Jonty Rhodes has been blessed with a baby boy.