IPL 2017: Mumbai Indians wins toss, elects to field

May 12, 2017, at 02:08 am

Mumbai, May 11(IBNS): Mumbai Indians captain, Rohit Sharma, won the toss and elected to field first against Kings XI Punjab, in the tenth edition of Indian Premier League, on Thursday.

ItzCash and Kings XI Punjab drive epilepsy awareness

May 11, 2017, at 10:49 pm

Mumbai, May 11 (IBNS): The current IPL squad of Kings XI Punjab has joined hands with ItzCash, a digital payment platform, to drive awareness around epilepsy.

Vedanta to foster skill building in sports through Sesa Football Academy

May 11, 2017, at 02:51 am

Kolkata, May 10 (IBNS): The multinational natural resources conglomerate, Vedanta on Wednesday announced a strategic roadmap to actively foster skill development in sports across the country.

IPL: Delhi Daredevils win toss, opt to field

May 11, 2017, at 01:27 am

Kanpur, May 10 (IBNS): Delhi Daredevils won the toss and opted to field first against Gujarat Lions in an IPL match here on Wednesday.

Fed Cup: DSK Shivajians defea Bengaluru FC

May 10, 2017, at 11:57 pm

Cuttack, May 10 (IBNS): DSK Shivajians rode on Spanish import Juan Barraso's brace to defeat JSW Bengaluru FC 2-0 in the ongoing 38th edition of the Hero Federation Cup here at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha on Wednesday, to throw open Group B.

Former London Marathon winner Hugh Jones to conduct Course Measurement Workshop in Bengaluru

May 10, 2017, at 11:05 pm

Bengaluru, May 9 (IBNS): Spearheading the distance running movement in India, Procam International today announced the first ever course measurement workshop for beginners -a hands-on experience to learn the art of course measurement for distance running events.

Defending champion Geremew returns to TCS World 10K Bengaluru 2017, Cheptai heads women’s field

May 10, 2017, at 10:42 pm

Bangalore, May 9 (IBNS): Ethiopia’s defending champion Mosinet Geremew will return to the TCS World 10K Bengaluru 2017 with the aim of acquiring his third successive victory at the World’s premier 10K run on Sunday 21 May. Marking a decade in the city, this year’s runners will contest for a total prize money of 2,05,059 USD.

Kingfisher appointed official Lager partner for ICC Champions Trophy

May 10, 2017, at 09:46 pm

Dubai, May 10 (IBNS): The International Cricket Council (ICC) today announced the appointment of Kingfisher as the Official Lager Partner for this summer’s ICC Champions Trophy to be held in England and Wales from 1-18 June.

Ola ties up with cricket academies to offer scholarships to driver partners’ children

May 10, 2017, at 09:31 pm

Mumbai, May 10 (IBNS): Ola, India’s leading mobile app for transportation, announced its tie up with leading cricket academies in Bangalore, Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Pune including the Cricket Academy of Pathans (CAP); to provide 3-month cricket scholarships to children of driver partners.

Squads confirmed for ICC Champions Trophy

May 10, 2017, at 09:17 pm

Dubai, May 10 (IBNS): The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday confirmed the squads which will be taking part in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy which will be staged in the United Kingdom from 1-18 June.

Shashank Manohar to continue for full term as ICC Chairman

May 10, 2017, at 08:49 pm

Dubai, May 10 (IBNS):The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday confirmed Shashank Manohar will continue to function as the Independent Chairman of ICC.

Kings XI Punjab bowlers manage 14 runs victory against KKR

May 10, 2017, at 05:09 am

Mohali, May 9 (IBNS): In a crucial match for them, Kings XI Punjba bowlers managed to clinch 14 runs victory against Kolkata Knight Riders here on Tuesday.

BCCI congratulates fast bowler Jhulan Goswami

May 10, 2017, at 03:26 am

Mumbai, May 9 (IBNS): The BCCI on Tuesday congratulated Indian women pacer Jhulan Goswami for becoming the leading wicket taker in Women’s ODIs.

Aizawl FC beat Churchill Bros FC tp advance tp semis

May 10, 2017, at 03:21 am

Cuttack, May 9 (IBNS): Champions of India Aizawl FC registered a 2-1 win over Churchill Brothers in the ongoing 38th edition of the Hero Federation Cup in Cuttack, Odisha on Tuesday.

Jhulan Goswami becomes highest wicket taker in ODIs

May 10, 2017, at 02:24 am

Mumbai, May 9 (IBNS): Indian pacer Jhulan Goswami has set another record when she became the highest wicket taker in ODI cricket.

IPL 2017: KKR win toss, elect to field

May 10, 2017, at 01:26 am

Mohali, May 9 (IBNS): Kolkata Knight Riders captain Gautam Gambhir won the toss and elected to field first against Kings XI Punjab in one of the last few league matches of the Indian Premier League, on Tuesday.

East Bengal ride on Robin Singh's brace to down Chennai City FC

May 10, 2017, at 12:08 am

Cuttack, May 9 (IBNS): Kingfisher East Bengal defeated Chennai City FC 2-0 to register their first win in the ongoing 38th edition of the Hero Federation Cup at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha on Tuesday leading them to garner four points out of two matches.

IPL 2017: Mumbai Indians win toss, opt to bat

May 09, 2017, at 01:47 am

Hyderabad, May 8 (IBNS): Mumbai Indians captain, Rohit Sharma, won the toss against Sunrisers Hyderabad and opted to bat first,, in a face-off of the Indian Premier League, on Monday.

Serena Williams remains number one WTA rankings list

May 09, 2017, at 12:17 am

London, May 8 (IBNS): US Tennis star Serena Williams is currently the numebr one player in the world.

Andy Murray is number one in ATP ranking

May 08, 2017, at 11:58 pm

London, May 8 (IBNS): Andy Murray remained the top of the ATP rankings list as released on Monday.

Diego Maradona appointed Al-Fujairah's manager

May 08, 2017, at 09:14 pm

Dubai, May 8 (IBNS): Argentina's football legend Diego Maradona has been appointed as the coach of United Arab Emirates outfit Al-Fujairah, officials said.

Rohit Sharma, Shami back in squad for ICC Champions Trophy

May 08, 2017, at 07:10 pm

Mumbai, May 08 (IBNS) The All-India Senior Selection Committee of BCCI met earlier Monday to select the India Cricket Team for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.

IPL: Sandeep Sharma reprimanded for code of conduct breach

May 08, 2017, at 06:05 pm

Mohali, May 8 (IBNS): Sandeep Sharma, the King’s XI Punjab fast-bowler, was fined 50 percent of his match fee for showing dissent at an umpire’s decision during his team’s match against the Gujarat Lions at IS Bhindra Stadium on Sunday, an official statement read.

Gujarat Lions beat Kings XI Punjab by 6 wickets

May 08, 2017, at 05:12 am

Mohali, May 7 (IBNS): Hashim Amla's century failed to create magic as Gujarat Lions batsmen managed to beat Kings XI Punjab by six wickets in an IPL match here on Sunday.

AIFF Academy beat East Bengal to clinch U-18 I-League title

May 08, 2017, at 03:07 am

Kolkata, May 7 (IBNS): AIFF Elite Academy breezed past East Bengal by 2-1 in the U-18 I-League final to clinch the title at the Barasat Stadium today (May 7, 2017). Incidentally, this was AIFF Academy's third successive title in the age-group competition.

Sunil Narine plays destructive 54 runs knock, helps KKR beat RCB

May 08, 2017, at 01:27 am

Bangalore, May 7 (IBNS): Hammering 17-ball 54, West Indian all-rounder Sunil Narine helped Kolkata Knight Riders beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by six wickets in an IPL clash here on Sunday.

Kingfisher East Bengal play out draw against Churchill Brothers in Fed Cup opener

May 08, 2017, at 12:24 am

Cuttack, May 7 (IBNS): Kingfisher East Bengal opened their Hero Federation Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Churchill Brothers at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha on Sunday.

IPL: KKR win toss, opt to field first

May 07, 2017, at 09:49 pm

Bangalore, May 7 (IBNS): Kolkata Knight Riders won the toss and opted to field first in an IPL clash against Royal Challengers Bangalore here on Sunday.

BCCI holds Special General Meeting in Delhi

May 07, 2017, at 06:34 pm

New Delhi, May 7 (IBNS): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Special General Meeting was held in New Delhi on Sunday.

Mumbai Indians beat Delhi Daredevils by 146 runs, reach play-offs

May 07, 2017, at 05:54 am

New Delhi, May 7 (IBNS): Mumbai Indians defeated the host team Delhi Daredevils by 146 runs in an encounter in the tenth edition of the Indian Premier League, becoming the first team in the tournament to reach the pay-offs in the ongoing season, on Saturday.