Sports
-
Shaheen Shah Afridi replaces Mohammad Rizwan as Pakistan ODI captain
Lahore: In a significant shake-up ahead of Pakistan’s three-match ODI series against South Africa from November 4–8 at Faisalabad’s Iqbal Stadium, pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi has been appointed as the new one-day…
-
Australia foil RoKo show to etch seven-wicket win over India in 1st ODI
Perth: The grand comeback party of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma endured a quick 22-ball ending, and their lowkey outing reflected in India’s seven-wicket defeat against Australia in the rain-affected first ODI…
-
India reduced to 25/3 as rain interrupts 1st ODI against Australia
Perth: Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma failed to fire as India were reduced to 25 for three when rain lashed Perth to interrupt the first ODI against Australia here on Sunday. Kohli…
-
Nothing has changed in my relationship with Rohit and Virat: New skipper Gill
Perth: India’s new ODI captain Shubman Gill says his bond with the Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli is as strong as ever despite contrary narratives floating on social media in recent weeks,…
-
Indian football’s doomsday bereft of pride and principles
The world of football is buzzing with excitement because the biggest ever FIFA World Cup, featuring teams from 48 countries, will be held jointly by the USA, Canada and Mexico in 2026. The qualification…
-
Young fan’s blissfulness over Virat Kohli’s autograph melts hearts
For any sports fan, meeting their idol is unforgettable. One young fan’s joy reached another level when the G.O.A.T. (Greatest Of All Time), Virat Kohli, signed his autograph, sending him into pure…
-
Afghanistan exits series with Pak after killing of 3 cricketers
Kabul: Afghanistan has decided to withdraw from the upcoming tri-nation T20I series involving Pakistan, following the death of three Afghan cricketers in what it claimed was a “cowardly attack carried out by…
-
Commonwealth Sport’s EB recommends Ahmedabad as host for 2030 CWG
New Delhi: Ahmedabad was on Wednesday recommended as the proposed host of the 2030 Commonwealth Games by Commonwealth Sport’s Executive Board, a decision that is set to pave the way for the…
-
Qatar, Saudi Arabia qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026
Doha: Qatar and Saudi Arabia secured places at next year’s World Cup on Tuesday after topping the two groups in the fourth round of Asian qualifying. Qatar edged United Arab Emirates 2-1…
-
Saudi Arabia moves a step closer to qualification for 2026 World Cup
Jeddah: Saudi Arabia beat Indonesia 3-2 to move within 90 minutes of qualification for the 2026 World Cup. A victory against Iraq on next Tuesday, also in Jeddah, would guarantee Saudi Arabia…
-
India crushes Pakistan by 88 runs in Women’s World Cup
Colombo: India defeated Pakistan by 88 runs in their Women’s World Cup match here on Sunday. Sent in to bat, India rode on Harleen Deol’s 46 and Richa Ghosh’s brisk 35 to…
-
George Russell wins F1’s Singapore GP as McLaren secures constructors’ title
Singapore: McLaren was crowned Formula 1’s top team at the Singapore Grand Prix on a tricky day for all three of the main contenders for the drivers’ title. George Russell won the…
-
Gill replaces Rohit as ODI captain; Kohli, Rohit in squad for Australia tour
Ahmedabad: In a significant transition move, opener Shubman Gill was on Saturday named captain of the Indian ODI team for the upcoming tour of Australia, replacing senior batter Rohit Sharma at the…
-
Hyderabad to host India’s first FIP Silver Padel tournament
Hyderabad: India is set to host its first-ever FIP silver tournament under the official International Padel Federation (IPF) tour in Hyderabad from October 12 to 15. Winner of the tournament will receive…
-
Dhruv Jurel dedicates maiden Test hundred to Indian Army
Ahmedabad: Wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel on Friday dedicated his maiden Test hundred against the West Indies to the Indian Army, saying he has always had “respect for what they do on the battlefield”.…
