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.
May 22, 2017, at 11:29 pm
New Delhi, May 22 (IBNS): All India Football Federation congratulated Manipur’s Neroca FC on winning the Second Division League 2016-17. Manipur drubbed Lonestar Kashmir FC 4-1 in Kashmir on Monday to become the first ever Team from Manipur to achieve the feat.
National team's preparatory camp starts in Mumbai
May 22, 2017, at 11:28 pm
New Delhi, May 22 (IBNS): The National Team Camp in preparation for the forthcoming AFC Asian Cup Qualifying match against Kyrgyz Republic has kicked-off in Mumbai with players for stage 1 having reported on Saturday (May 20).
Andy Murray remains no. 1 player in world, Zverev enters top 10 in ATP ranking
May 22, 2017, at 10:00 pm
London, May 22 (IBNS): British Tennis star Andy Murray continued his strong run as he maintained the top position on the ATP rankings list released on Monday.
An impressive Kenyan double victory at the TCS World 10K Bengaluru 2017
May 22, 2017, at 07:35 pm
Bengaluru, May 22 (IBNS): Alex Korio and Irene Cheptai made it a Kenyan double at the TCS World 10K Bengaluru 2017 race, winning at the 10th edition of the race in 28:12 and 31:51 respectively, and each taking home a winner’s cheque for USD 26,000 on Sunday.
Rohit Sharma's Mumbai Indians script thrilling 1-run victory over Pune, win IPL third time
May 22, 2017, at 05:43 am
Hyderabad, May 21 (IBNS): In a thrilling final encounter, Mumbai Indians bowlers put up a heroic show which helped the side beat Steve Smith's Rising Pune Supergiant by 1 run to lift the Indian Premier League (IPL) final here on Sunday.
MI beat RPS by 1 run to lift IPL title
May 22, 2017, at 05:20 am
Hyderbad, May 21 (IBNS): Mumbai Indians defeated Rising Pune Supergiant by 1 run in the final to lift the Indian Premier League (IPL) title for the third time.
Bengaluru FC defeat Mohun Bagan in final, win Fed Cup
May 22, 2017, at 04:13 am
Cuttack, May 21 (IBNS): JSW Bengaluru FC were crowned champions of the 38th edition of the Hero Federation Cup after the Blues defeated Mohun Bagan 2-0 at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha on Sunday.
Zverev beats Novak Djokovic to win Italian Open
May 22, 2017, at 04:09 am
Rome, May 21 (IBNS): German tennis player Alexander Zverev won the final of the Italian Open in Rome by beating Serbian Novak Djokovic.
Krunal Pandya's heroic 47 helps Mumbai post 129-8 against RPS in IPL final
May 22, 2017, at 03:14 am
Hyderabad, May 21 (IBNS): Losing wickets at regular intervals, Mumbai Indians struggled to post 129 runs for the loss of eight wickets against Rising Pune Supergiant in the high-voltage Indian Premier League final here on Sunday.
Mumbai Indians win toss, opt to bat against RPS in IPL final
May 22, 2017, at 01:15 am
Hyderabad, May 21 (IBNS): In the high-voltage Indian Premier League final, Mumbai Indians won the toss and elected to bat first against Rising Pune Supergiant here on Sunday.
Arunachali mother breaks record by scaling Everest twice within five days
May 21, 2017, at 10:52 pm
Guwahati, May 21 (IBNS): Anshu Jamsenpa, an Indian woman hailing from Arunachal Pradesh, has scripted a history after she scaling Mt Everest twice within five days.
Under 17 Indian football team defeats Italy ahead of World Cup
May 21, 2017, at 02:17 am
New Delhi, May 20 (IBNS): In a friendly match before the U-17 World Cup that would take place in October, Indian team defeated the Italian counterpart by 2-0 in Arizo, Italy, according to the media report on Friday.
May be our best efforts was not good enough: Gambhir
May 20, 2017, at 10:09 pm
Kolkata, May 20 (IBNS): Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Gautam Gambhir on Saturday the best effort put up by his side was not enough to reach the final of the IPL.
FIFA selects Hawk-Eye as VAR technology provider
May 20, 2017, at 02:44 pm
Zurich, May 20 (IBNS): FIFA will continue the testing of video assistant technology during the FIFA U-20 World Cup Korea Republic 2017 (May 20 – June 11), the FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017 (June 17 – July 2) and the FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2017 (Dec 6 - 16), an official release stated.