- Sports
Indo-Pak rivalry on track that captured the imagination of Asia
The Asian Games, sometimes referred to as the Olympic Games of Asia, are scheduled to begin in Japan from September 19. The stage is set for intense competitions and for old rivalries…
- Sports
A legendary journey will end next year: Ronaldo to retire
For more than two decades, Cristiano Ronaldo has been one of the most recognisable and successful figures in world football. But now, at the age of 41, Ronaldo has announced that his…
- Sports
Siraj likely to play leading role as India’s top pacer in Lanka
Hyderabad’s Mohammed Siraj is expected to spearhead India’s pace attack during the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka starting August 15. As a senior member of the fast-bowling unit, his primary responsibility…
- Sports
J-K fast bowler Auqib Nabi gets his long-awaited reward
The long wait is over for Auqib Nabi. His tireless efforts in the Indian domestic cricket set up, including the Ranji trophy, have at last been rewarded. The 29-year-old seamer from Jammu…
- Obituaries
Sir Garfield Sobers was cricket’s greatest all-rounder: A tribute
The cricketing world lost one of its most legendary stars with the passing of Sir Garfield St Aubrun Sobers at the age of 89 on Friday. His death marks the end of…
- Sports
FIFA World Cup: Spain’s tactics curbed the genius of Messi
Spain’s outstanding World Cup triumph was not the result of having any great genius in its ranks or a stroke of luck. It was the culmination of years of planning, a distinctive…
- Opinions
Severe drubbings in Ireland, England expose India’s weaknesses
India’s recent defeats to Ireland and England in the T20I series are worrying, because the results have exposed some weaknesses that were so far largely masked by India’s immense individual talent. The…
- Sports
FIFA World Cup: New heroes, records enhanced quality of the game
Every edition of the FIFA World Cup has thrown up surprising new heroes and outstanding performances from teams that were considered underdogs. In every tournament, a few players arrived as unknowns and…
- Sports
Shadow of political conflict robs FIFA WC of joy, sportsmanship
Throughout the course of history, the FIFA World Cup has always carried political undertones. Way back in 1938, it was alleged that dictator Benito Mussolini had used his power to influence the…
- Sports
Lionel Messi consolidates position as the king of world football
Lionel Messi is sending shock waves that are rocking international football. He is nearing 39 (he will celebrate his 39th birthday on Wednesday, June 24) but is playing like an eager 25-year-old…
- Sports
Cricket world divided over Sooryavanshi clash with Lankan player
When a cricketer dons the India team jersey, he becomes more than just a cricketer. He or she is seen by outsiders as a representative of the country and the player stands…
- Sports
FIFA World Cup 2026: What India can learn from Morocco
Knowledgeable football lovers who recently watched the drawn (1-1) match between Morocco and Brazil in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, would not have been surprised that a lesser-known team like Morocco…
- Sports
India’s 1950 FIFA World Cup heartbreak cost Hyderabad its moment
The first ever FIFA World Cup was held in 1930 and thereafter the second and third editions were conducted in 1934 and 1938, respectively. Then came the devastating battles of World War…
- Sports
Shreyas Iyer to lead young India after bold BCCI selections
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has at last taken some bold steps and selected India’s T20 teams, keeping the long-term future in mind. Led by Shreyas Iyer, the…
- Sports
Sunrisers Hyderabad had a good IPL season but can push for more
Overall, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) had a satisfactory campaign in the Indian Premier League (IPL) season of 2026. But it could have been even better if the playoff match had ended on a…
