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07 Mar 2018

India

Nidahas Trophy 2018 2nd T20I: India up against Bangladesh

India will be seeking to come back to winning ways after losing to Sri Lanka in the opener of the ongoing Nidahas Trophy T20I tri-series.

07 Mar 2018

Virat Kohli

Dhoni out of BCCI's top-pay bracket, Kohli gets A+ contract

BCCI has announced Indian cricket team's annual contracts for the period October 2017 to September 2018 and surprisingly MS Dhoni missed the top cut.

BCCI vs CoA: Amitabh Chaudhary hits out at SC-appointed CoA

The BCCI is miffed with the Committee of Administrators (CoA), appointed by the Supreme Court, for too much interference on matters.

Delhi Daredevils announce Gambhir as captain for IPL 2018

Delhi Daredevils on Wednesday announced Gautam Gambhir as their new skipper for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2018 season.

07 Mar 2018

England Cricket Team

4th ODI: Kiwis chase down 336 runs, here're records broken

New Zealand defeated England by five wickets in the fourth match of ongoing ODI series.

David Warner, Quinton de Kock charged by ICC over altercation

Australia's David Warner and South Africa's Quinton de Kock were both found guilty by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for their spat during the recently concluded Durban Test.

07 Mar 2018

Real Madrid

Real Madrid beat PSG 2-1 to reach quarters

Two-time holders and 12 time champions Real Madrid progressed to the last eight of the UEFA Champions League after seeing off Paris Saint-Germain.

06 Mar 2018

Rohit Sharma

Sri Lanka beat India in 1st T20I, here're records broken

Sri Lanka defeated India by 5 wickets in the first match of the 2018 Nidahas Trophy Twenty 20 tri-series.

The rise of Afghan cricketer Rashid Khan

At 19 years and 165 days of age, Rashid Khan, who led Afghanistan against Scotland in the World Cup Qualifier, became the youngest captain in international cricket's history.

06 Mar 2018

Sultan Azlan Shah Cup

Sultan Azlan Shah Cup: Australia thrash India 4-2

Australia defeated India 4-2 in the ongoing 2018 Sultan Azlan Shah Cup.

IPL 2018: Who will win the Orange Cap this season?

With almost a month left now, cricket fans are eagerly waiting for the 11th edition of Indian Premier League.

Is rise of T20-leagues a matter of concern for ICC?

With the advent of Twenty20 leagues around the world, the International Cricket Council (ICC) is worried about the impact these tournaments would have on Test cricket.

06 Mar 2018

India

Who is this new shooting sensation Manu Bhaker?

Manu Bhaker, a 16-year-old prodigy is India's new shooting hero.

BCCI hasn't paid Ranji cricketers for the last two seasons

The BCCI hasn't paid match fees to Ranji cricketers for the last two seasons.

06 Mar 2018

Manchester United

Manchester United back to 2nd spot on EPL table

Manchester United came back from 0-2 down to stun Crystal Palace (3-2) in an electric night of football at the Selhurst Park.

06 Mar 2018

India

1st T20I Nidahas Trophy: How have India performed at Colombo?

India and Sri Lanka are gearing up for the opening match of the tri-nation T20I series in Colombo.

05 Mar 2018

India

16-year-old Manu Bhaker clinches gold at the Shooting World Cup

Manu Bhaker won gold for India in her first World Cup appearance at the ongoing ISSF Shooting World Cup.

Squad analysis IPL 2018: Chennai Super Kings

Chennai Super Kings have opted to go heavy on spin bowling for the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

05 Mar 2018

Moscow

Vishwanathan Anand wins Rapid Chess title at Tal Memorial

Viswanathan Anand won the Tal Memorial rapid chess title in Moscow, finishing the event with 6 points, scoring four wins and four draws.

05 Mar 2018

Virat Kohli

Sri Lanka vs India 1st T20I: Probable Playing XI

The men in blue are heading for their next assignment after wrapping up the tour of South Africa in style.

05 Mar 2018

BCCI

Badminton: Supreme Court wants implementation of Lodha reforms on BAI

The Supreme Court, on Monday, admitted a plea seeking the implementation of the Justice Lodha Committee's reforms on the Badminton Association of India (BAI).

Nathan Lyon charged by ICC for ABD's send-off

Australian ace spinner Nathan Lyon has been booked by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for his inappropriate send-off of AB de Villiers on Sunday.

05 Mar 2018

Test Cricket

1st Test: Australia beat SA by 118-runs, here're records broken

After a 5-1 whipping in ODI series and 2-1 defeat in the T20Is against India, Australia are now piling more misery on South Africa.

Nidahas Trophy is back after 20 years

The Nidahas Trophy is back after a gap of 20 years.

Sheffield Shield: Will Pucovski seeks return

20-year-old Will Pucovski, who was hit on the head by a bouncer from Sean Abbott in the Sheffield Shield at Melbourne Cricket Ground, is eyeing a return to the game after achieving full recovery.

05 Mar 2018

David Warner

David Warner involved in scuffle with Quinton de Kock

Trouble is mounting for Australian opener David Warner, after he was involved in scuffle with South Africa's wicket-keeper Quinton de Kock.

05 Mar 2018

Atletico Madrid

All the football stories from Sunday's action

The weekend on Sunday had some mouth-watering clashes across Europe and there was plenty to look up to for the fans.

05 Mar 2018

India

IPL 2018: Opening ceremony postponed due to budget cuts

The IPL is not just a cricket tournament, it is a fusion of the world of entertainment, glamour and sports.

Kings XI Punjab appoint Brad Hodge as head coach

Kings XI Punjab have announced their support staff for the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League.

IPL 2018: Weakest link in every team

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2018 kicks off in Mumbai on April 7 as Rohit Sharma's side host MS Dhoni's Chennai.

04 Mar 2018

Italy

Fiorentina skipper Davide Astori passes away

Italian international defender and Serie A club Fiorentina skipper Davide Astori is no more.

04 Mar 2018

Sultan Azlan Shah Cup

Sultan Azlan Shah Cup: India 1-1 England

The Indian hockey team has been ruing its missed chances after playing out a 1-1 draw against England in the second match of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup in Malaysia.

04 Mar 2018

Mexico

Shooting World Cup: India clinch three medals on Day 1

The Indian shooting contingent started off on a positive manner on the first day of the mega World Cup event.

04 Mar 2018

Real Madrid

PSG confirm Neymar's operation a success

Brazil and PSG superstar Neymar Jr underwent a successful surgery of his broken foot on Saturday.

04 Mar 2018

Karnataka

Why was Mayank Agarwal ignored by BCCI selectors?

Karnataka opener Mayank Agarwal has been the talk of Indian cricket over the last few months ever since he struck a triple-hundred at the start of the Ranji season.

04 Mar 2018

Atletico Madrid

Barcelona vs Atletico: Biggest battle on the cards

Leaders Barcelona take on second-placed Atletico Madrid for what is being termed as the biggest La Liga encounter this season.

04 Mar 2018

India

Do you know these cricket rules?

Cricket is a complicated game and it has an extremely long set of rules.

04 Mar 2018

Real Madrid

CR7 becomes 2nd player to score 300-goals in La Liga

Cristiano Ronaldo and records go hand in hand.

04 Mar 2018

Liverpool FC

Liverpool move to 2nd spot on EPL table

Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool mustered another convincing victory to see his side go second for the moment in the Premier League.

04 Mar 2018

India

Rahane, Suryakumar top buys at T20 Mumbai League

India's vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane and Mumbai team-mate Suryakumar Yadav were the biggest buys at the T20 Mumbai League auction after the duo fetched a bid of Rs. 7 lakh each.