Jul 19, 2014, at 07:15 am
Hyderabad, July 18 (IBNS) Indian badminton icon Saina Nehwal has pulled out of the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, media reports said on Friday.
ICC clarifies role of Ian Pont in BPL 2013 investigations
Jul 19, 2014, at 07:12 am
Dubai, July 18 (IBNS) Following the earlier announcement by the International Cricket Council (ICC) and BCB of their decision to appeal against the decision of the BCB’s anti-corruption tribunal, the ICC has clarified matters surrounding the involvement of Ian Pont, the Dhaka Gladiators’ coach, in the BPL 2013 investigations as this has been greatly mischaracterised to his detriment.
Vernon Philander fined for ICC Code of Conduct breach
Jul 19, 2014, at 07:09 am
Dubai, July 18 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday said South Africa’s Vernon Philander has been fined 75 per cent of his match fee after breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the third day’s play in the first cricket Test against Sri Lanka in Galle.
Ballance hits century as England finish 2nd day at 219/6
Jul 19, 2014, at 05:58 am
London, July 18 (IBNS): The second Test between India and England is witnessing a tough fight between the two sides to gain control over the match as the visitors took two quick wickets to make the hosts finish the day's play at 219 for six at the Lord's here on Friday.
Rahane guides India to 290 for nine
Jul 18, 2014, at 05:37 am
London, July 17 (IBNS) Ajinkya Rahane 's brilliant century helped India post 290 for nine at the end of the first day of the second Test match against England at Lord's here on Thursday.
JSW prepares India's best for the Commonwealth Games
Jul 18, 2014, at 03:58 am
Mumbai, July 17 (IBNS): JSW Group is all set to make Indian athletes a force to be reckoned with at the Commonwealth Games, scheduled later this month at Glasgow, Scotland.
ICC appoints judicial commissioner for Anderson, Jadeja case
Jul 18, 2014, at 01:47 am
Dubai, July 17 (IBNS): The International Cricket Council (ICC) has appointed Gordon Lewis AM to sit as the Judicial Commissioner to hear the ICC Code of Conduct case against James Anderson of England, and will also hear the charge against India's Ravindra Jadeja.
Olympic skiing champion banned
Jul 18, 2014, at 01:10 am
Berlin, July 17 (IBNS): German cross-country skier and biathlete Eva Sachenbacher-Stehle has been banned for two years after she failed a drug test at the Sochi Olympic Games in February.
Indian women squad for England tour picked
Jul 17, 2014, at 10:55 pm
Mumbai, July 17 (IBNS) The All-India Senior Women's Selection Committee of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) met on 14th July to pick the Indian team for the tour of England.
DEN launches Delhi Team of Indian Super League
Jul 17, 2014, at 10:54 pm
New Delhi, July 17 (IBNS) In this season of football frenzy, the national capital is seeing the birth of its very own football movement. DEN Soccer Pvt. Ltd. (a wholly owned subsidiary of DEN Networks Ltd.) announced the launch of the Delhi Dynamos FC, the Delhi franchise of the Indian Super League (ISL).
AIFF organizes back-to-back exposure Tours
Jul 17, 2014, at 04:38 pm
New Delhi, July 17 (IBNS): Keeping in mind India’s participation in the forthcoming Incheon Asian Games, All India Football Federation has arranged for two exposure Tours to Czech Republic and China respectively for the Indian Men’s U-23 Team.
Jadeja charged with offence under ICC's Code of Conduct
Jul 17, 2014, at 04:26 am
Dubai, July 16 (IBNS): The ICC on Wednesday confirmed that England team manager Phil Neale has charged India's Ravindra Jadeja under Level 2 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel for an alleged incident that took place on the second day of the first cricket Test at Trent Bridge.
Dravid becomes member of Laureus World Sports Academy
Jul 17, 2014, at 01:34 am
London, July 16 (IBNS): Former Indian captain Rahul Dravid has become the newest member of the Laureus World Sports Academy.
Havill appointed ECB Acting Chief Executive
Jul 17, 2014, at 01:33 am
London, July 16 (IBNS) The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) on Wednesday said Brian Havill, the board's Finance Director and Company Secretary, has taken on the additional role of Acting Chief Executive following the announcement that David Collier is to retire at the end of the current cricket season.
Walsh looking forward at strengthening forward line
Jul 17, 2014, at 01:31 am
New Delhi, July 16 (IBNS): India coach Terry Walsh is looking forward at strengthening its forward line.
Jul 16, 2014, at 11:18 pm
Mumbai, July 16 (IBNS): Bollywood actress Sonakshi Sinha on Wednesday said she has bought the United Singhs team which will participate in the World Kabaddi League (WKL). Sonakshi bought the club along with UK's Hayre Group.
James Anderson charged with offence under ICC's Code of Conduct
Jul 16, 2014, at 03:48 am
Dubai, July 15 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesdsay said England pacer James Anderson has been charged under Level 3 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel by India team manager Sunil Dev following an alleged incident that took place on the second day of the first cricket Test at Trent Bridge.
World Cup Champion Germany returns home
Jul 15, 2014, at 08:52 pm
Berlin, July 15 (IBNS): The 2014 FIFA World Cup winning team Germany returned home on Tuesday.
Jul 15, 2014, at 06:07 am
Kolkata, July 14 (IBNS): Bulan Academy has lifted the Umbro Cup recently at the Gitanjali Stadium in Kolkata.
Jul 15, 2014, at 03:15 am
Rio De Jeniro, July 14 (IBNS) Argentina captain Lionel Messi, who might not guide his team to victory in the World Cup final on Sunday night, but clinched the Golden Ball for his performance in the tournament.
Joe Root becomes highest-ranked England batsman
Jul 14, 2014, at 11:44 pm
Dubai, July 14 (IBNS) Joe Root has become England’s highest-ranked batsman in the Reliance ICC Player Rankings for Test Batsmen after hitting his fourth century of his career in the Trent Bridge Test against India, which ended in a draw on Sunday.
Women's National Team go through the paces ahead of Asian Games
Jul 14, 2014, at 09:24 pm
New Delhi, July 14 (IBNS): With the Incheon Asian Games on the horizon, the India Women’s Senior National Team Preparatory Camp is in full swing at the Cooperage Stadium in Mumbai.
Setting goals for AFC Medical Conference
Jul 14, 2014, at 09:22 pm
New Delhi, July 14 (IBNS): Indian physiotherapist Shaunak Chakrabarti is looking forward to interacting and learning from world-renowned sports medicine experts during the AFC Medical Conference 2015 which New Delhi will host in April.
IFA election results out, Dutta elected President
Jul 14, 2014, at 09:21 pm
New Delhi, July 14 (IBNS): All India Football Federation (AIFF) Senior Vice-President Subrata Dutta is now also the President of the India Football Association in West Bengal, a statement from the State Association read.
Gotze wonder goal crowns Germany champions
Jul 14, 2014, at 08:54 am
Rio De Janeiro, July 14 (FIFA.com/IBNS):Germany are the 2014 FIFA World Cup champions, lifting the Trophy for the fourth time in their history, after overcoming Argentina 1-0 courtesy of an extra-time goal by Mario Gotze at the Maracana in Rio de Janeiro.
India bat out day to draw first Test
Jul 14, 2014, at 03:52 am
Nottingham, July 13 (IBNS) The first Test between India and England ended in a draw here on Sunday.
Amla moves into second spot, McLaren claims career-high 10th position
Jul 13, 2014, at 10:33 pm
Dubai, July 13 (IBNS) South Africa’s maiden ODI series win in Sri Lanka has helped it, as well as its players, to make upward movements in the latest Reliance ICC ODI Rankings, which were released on Sunday. South Africa won the third and final ODI by 82 runs and claimed the series 2-1.
Senanayake suspended from bowling
Jul 13, 2014, at 10:30 pm
Dubai, July 13 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council Sunday confirmed that an independent test had found the bowling action of Sri Lanka off-spinner Sachithra Senanayake to be illegal and, as such, the player has been suspended from bowling in international cricket.
Germany to lock horns with Argentina in the World Cup 2014 finale
Jul 13, 2014, at 04:55 pm
Rio de Janeiro, July 13 (IBNS): The month long soccer extravaganza of the 2014 FIFA World Cup will finally come to an end on Sunday as the world will be watching out the fierce battle between Argentina and Germany to bag the trophy.
Dutch deny Brazil send-off, seal third place
Jul 13, 2014, at 09:08 am
Brasilia , July 13 (FIFA.com/ IBNS) The Netherlands secured the consolation of third place at the 2014 FIFA World Cup courtesy of a straightforward 3-0 victory over Brazil, who were denied an opportunity to sign off from their own tournament in style at the Estadio Nacional.