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Bangladeshi fast bowler Ebadot Hossain doubtful for World Cup 2023

Aug 30, 2023, at 11:51 pm

The participation of Bangladesh's key bowler Ebadot Hossain in the fast-approaching ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 is uncertain due to a severe injury blow.

Cricket World Cup 2023: 17 international cricketers to use Kashmir willow bats

Aug 28, 2023, at 04:42 am

This year's 50-over World Cup, which will be played in India this year, will write a new chapter in the history of Jammu and Kashmir as 17 cricketers are expected to use bats made from the willow found in the UT.

Fifa Women's WC: Spain beat England 1-0 to lift title

Aug 21, 2023, at 12:46 am

Sydney: Spain are the FIFA Women’s World Cup champions after a dominant and deserved 1-0 win over England at Stadium Australia here on Sunday.

Lionel Messi says he does not think about UEFA best player award after winning World Cup

Aug 18, 2023, at 06:33 pm

Washington/UNI: Football legend Lionel Messi said that he does not think “a lot” about getting the UEFA best player of the year award after winning the World Cup.

Agra: Video shoot of ICC World Cup trophy done at Taj Mahal

Aug 16, 2023, at 08:37 pm

Agra: Ahead of the cricket world cup to be held in India, the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 trophy was brought to the Taj Mahal on Wednesday for a video shoot.

Sports should not be mixed with politics: Pakistan decides to send cricket team to India for World Cup, targets BCCI over Asia Cup move

Aug 07, 2023, at 04:24 am

Pakistan ended all dilemma and decided to send its cricket team to India to participate in the 50 overs World Cup which will be held later this year.

India-Pakistan World Cup clash may be rescheduled: Reports

Jul 26, 2023, at 09:42 pm

The 50-over World Cup match between India and Pakistan which is scheduled to be held on Oct 15 in Ahemadabad might be rescheduled due to the Hindu festival of Navaratri.

Pakistan will only participate in World Cup in India if Men In Blue travel across the border to play Asia Cup: Sports Minister Ehsaan Mazari

Jul 09, 2023, at 09:39 pm

The minister in-charge of sports in Pakistan, Ehsaan Mazari, has warned that the national side will withdraw from the World Cup in India if the Men in Blue avoid the Asia Cup.

World Cup schedule announced: India, Pakistan to clash on Oct 15

Jun 27, 2023, at 09:22 pm

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday announced the schedule for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 at a ‘Countdown to the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023’ event in Mumbai.

Lionel Messi vows to maintain good form before 2026 World Cup

Jun 15, 2023, at 05:02 pm

Beijing/UNI: Lionel Messi, a seven-time Ballon d'Or winner, hinted at the possibility of extending his international career until 2026.

Don't take hasty decision: 1983 World Cup winning team urge protesting wrestlers

Jun 02, 2023, at 11:01 pm

New Delhi: Members of India's 1983 Cricket World Cup winning team have urged wrestlers, who are protesting against the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief, not to take any extreme steps like throwing their medals in the Ganges.

Mitchell Starc won't change his approach with World Cup on the horizon

Mar 20, 2023, at 08:41 pm

Visakhapatnam/UNI: Fearsome Australia speedster Mitchell Starc has issued a warning to the opposition batters he will face in this year's ICC Men's Cricket World Cup by declaring he won't alter the trusty approach that has served him so well.

Hockey World Cup: New Zealand knock out India 5-4 in shootout

Jan 23, 2023, at 04:02 am

Bhubneswar: India were eliminated by New Zealand in their crossover match of the ongoing Hockey World Cup 2023 at the Kalinga Stadium here on Sunday.

India, England play entertaining draw, Spain earn first win

Jan 16, 2023, at 04:11 am

Rourkela: It was the third consecutive day of FIH Odisha Hockey Men's World Cup 2023 action in the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium as teams in Pool D began the second round of matches.

Players like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma will play a massive role in World cup: Gautam Gambhir

Jan 04, 2023, at 08:45 pm

Kolkata: The year 2023 will see the ICC Men’s ODI World Cup take centre stage and teams around the world are in full preparation for the road ahead.

Sports 2022: 'Wow' moments from fields of glory

Dec 31, 2022, at 06:58 pm

2022 is one exciting year in sports culminating in a nail biting grand finale of the Football World Cup. Lionel Messi finally tasted the biggest success in his life by guiding Argentina to a World Cup victory in Qatar. For India, accolades were won in different fields, but the cricket team once again failed to prosper as the T20 World Cup tournament  was clinched by England. IBNS correspondent Supriyo Hazra looks back

Pakistan turn attention to Cricket World Cup in India

Dec 21, 2022, at 06:06 pm

Islamabad/UNI: Keeping their best fast bowlers fit and firing will be a key focus for Pakistan ahead of next year's ICC Cricket World Cup in India, according to captain Babar Azam.

Messi deserved World Cup win: Pele

Dec 19, 2022, at 03:41 pm

Sao Paulo: Brazilian football legend Pele on Sunday congratulated Argentinian skipper Lionel Messi over World Cup victory and said he deserved it.

Argentina beat France to lift World Cup

Dec 19, 2022, at 04:59 am

Doha: Argentina defeated France in the high-octane final of the World Cup, which was decided by penalty shootout, to lift the title on Sunday.

World Cup Final: Messi, Di Maria score as Argentina go 2-0 up against France

Dec 19, 2022, at 02:45 am

Doha: Argentina made a strong start to the World Cup final by scoring two goals to go 2-0 up against France in the final of the Qatar World Cup.

Flu 'spreading' in France squad ahead of World Cup final against Argentina

Dec 17, 2022, at 03:23 pm

Doha: A virus continues to circulate in France's squad ahead of the FIFA 2022 World Cup final against Argentina, forward Randal Kolo Muani said.

Lionel Messi says World Cup final will be his last game for Argentina

Dec 14, 2022, at 03:28 pm

Buenos Aires: Argentina's football icon Lionel Messi has confirmed that the final match of the World Cup is going to be his last game for the national side.

Lionel Messi, Alvarez team up to help Argentina defeat Croatia by 3-0 to cruise to World Cup final

Dec 14, 2022, at 03:06 pm

Lusail: Lionel Messi and Julian Alvarez teamed up to defeat Croatia 3-0 as Argentina dominantly cruised to the final of the ongoing World Cup in Qatar on Wednesday.

Adidas unveils official match ball of FIFA WC Finals

Dec 13, 2022, at 09:10 pm

Mumbai: Adidas revealed 'Al Hilm', the Official Match Ball for the semifinals and final of the FIFA World Cup Qatar.

Livakovic's three saves put Croatia into FIFA World Cup quarters, Japan out

Dec 06, 2022, at 02:53 pm

Al Wakrah: Dominik Livakovic emerged a hero by pulling off three good saves as Croatia stormed into the quarterfinals of the World Cup by beating Japan 3-1 in the penalties following a 1-1 draw over 120 minutes here on Monday.

World Cup: France advance to QFs by beating Poland 3-1

Dec 05, 2022, at 02:33 pm

Doha: France advanced to the quarterfinals of the World Cup after defeating Poland 3-1 in the round-of-16 clash here on Sunday.

Fans wait for a thrilling Monday as Brazil-South Korea gear up for battle

Dec 05, 2022, at 01:34 am

Doha: Japan face Croatia, while Brazil take on South Korea in the World Cup last 16 on Monday in two fascinating ties.

FIFA World Cup: Switzerland win thriller to seal last-16 spot

Dec 03, 2022, at 02:55 pm

Doha: Switzerland overcome Serbia fightback to secure 3-2 decisive victory to book a FIFA World Cup last-16 date with Portugal, scheduled on Tuesday.

Germany leaves FIFA World Cup, Japan qualifies for playoffs

Dec 02, 2022, at 02:02 pm

Doha: The Japanese national football team defeated the Spanish team 2-1 in the third match of the group stage of FIFA World Cup in Qatar, making it to the Last 16, while the German team leaves the tournament.

FIFA World Cup: Senegal beat Ecuador 2-1 to enter last-16

Nov 30, 2022, at 02:56 pm

Doha: Senegal have qualified for the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup Qatar, beating Ecuador 2-1 in a thrilling match to finished as runners-up in Group A, behind Netherlands.