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04 Apr 2018

UEFA Champions League

Champions League: Bayern Munich sneak past Sevilla

Bayern Munich took a major step towards sealing their spot in the Champions League semi-finals after they came from behind to secure a fortunate 2-1 win over Sevilla in the first leg encounter of the quarter-final.

Here's the list of sporting events scheduled in April 2018

Fans are set for an enthralling sporting action this month with several blockbuster events happening across the globe.

04 Apr 2018

Real Madrid

Champions League: Ronaldo's heroics help Real Madrid decimate Juventus

Real Madrid ace Cristiano Ronaldo was the star yet again as he scored twice in the 3-0 victory of Los Blancos over Juventus in Turin.

03 Apr 2018

India

Sports Minister rules out possibility of India hosting big tournaments

Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore has quashed out the possibility of India hosting any big sports tournament in the foreseeable future.

03 Apr 2018

Real Madrid

Champions League: Juventus take on holders Real, Sevilla host Bayern

A blockbuster first-leg quarter-final encounter awaits when Juventus take on Real Madrid in a replay of the 2016-17 Champions League final in Cardiff.

Commonwealth Games 2018: Indian contingent escapes punishment

The Indian authorities in Gold Coast have been left red-faced due to the 'needle-controversy'.

03 Apr 2018

Mary Kom

All you need to know about 2018 Commonwealth Games

The 2018 Commonwealth Games will kick off on April 4.

SA vs AUS 4th Test: Records broken and interesting statistics

South Africa decimated Australia by a record 492 runs to win the fourth and final Test.

IPL 2018: Probable playing XI for Chennai Super Kings

Chennai Super Kings are making a comeback to IPL and once again the yellow brigade will be expected to go big under the leadership of Dhoni.

Ball-tampering scandal: Australian Cricketers' Association bats for Smith, Warner

The Australian Cricketers' Association (ACA) has come to rescue of the main perpetrators of the ball tampering scandal.

03 Apr 2018

Saina Nehwal

Saina lashes out at IOA, it issues clarification on Twitter

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) responded to Saina Nehwal's claims that her father Harvir Singh's name was removed from the list of team officials for the Commonwealth Games.

03 Apr 2018

England Cricket Team

NZ vs ENG 2nd Test: Records broken and interesting statistics

New Zealand held out for a crucial draw against England in the second Test at Christchurch.

IPL 2018: Chris Lynn resumes business in the nets

Kolkata Knight Riders opener Chris Lynn seems to be fit again as he was seen batting in full flow, alongside Sunil Narine, during the practice sessions held on Monday at the Eden Gardens.

03 Apr 2018

India

2018 Commonwealth Games: Indian boxers cleared of doping charges

Indian boxers at the 2018 Commonwealth Games have been cleared of doping violations.

03 Apr 2018

BCCI

BCCI media rights: Google, Facebook, Jio in the race

Google, Facebook, Reliance Jio along with broadcasters such as Star India, Sony Pictures Network India and streaming service Yupp TV, will be competing each other in the first e-auction of BCCI's media rights, scheduled for April 3.

SA vs AUS 4th-Test: Proteas seven wickets away from victory

In-form South Africa need just seven more wickets to win the fourth and final Test against Australia.

IPL 2018: Probable playing XI for Mumbai Indians

Mumbai Indians are once again one of the favourites to win the 2018 Indian Premier League title.

02 Apr 2018

Tennis

Tennis: Rafael Nadal claims the number one rank

10-time French Open Champion Rafael Nadal has dethroned arch-nemesis Roger Federer from the world number one spot.

Happy birthday Michael Clarke; here're lesser known facts about him!

Michael Clarke is one of the greatest batsmen to come from Australia.

IPL 2018: Heinrich Klaasen recruited by Rajasthan Royals

After days of anticipation, Rajasthan Royals have named South Africa's Heinrich Klaasen as the newest member of their squad.

02 Apr 2018

Virat Kohli

Kohli unsure about playing Day and Night Tests

Indian captain Virat Kohli is unsure about playing a day and night Test against the West Indies later this year in the month of October.

02 Apr 2018

India

Former skipper Dhoni to receive Padma Bhushan from President today

Former Indian skipper MS Dhoni is set to receive the Padma Bhushan award from the President of India on Monday in the capital.

02 Apr 2018

India

CWG-2018: No 'dope-shame', but needles could create trouble for Indians

The Indian Commonwealth Games contingent could be in trouble amid speculation that its boxers possessed syringes in violation of the event's "no needle policy" but the country is believed to have steered clear of any doping embarrassment.

02 Apr 2018

England Cricket Team

NZ vs Eng 2nd-Test: Teams set for a gripping finale

The 2nd Test between New Zealand and England is beautifully placed with both teams in with a chance.

02 Apr 2018

India

#ThisDayThatYear: India beat Sri Lanka to lift 2011 World Cup

7 years ago, on April 2, 2011, India ended their 28-year wait and clinched their second World Cup trophy.

02 Apr 2018

Tennis

Miami Open: Isner wins his first Masters 1000 title

American John Isner won his first Masters 1000 title in a thrilling contest against Germany's Alexander Zverev.

02 Apr 2018

India

CWG-2018: Sindhu hopes to regain fitness to lead India's medal-rush

Struck by an ankle-sprain prior to the Commonwealth Games, Olympic silver medalist PV Sindhu hoped to regain peak fitness before the start of individual events and assured India will return with multiple medals.

02 Apr 2018

Football

Football: PSG win first trophy, Tottenham stun Chelsea

Paris Saint Germain are on course to lift the treble this season after securing their first piece of silverware on Sunday.

SA vs AUS 4th-Test: Proteas on top against sorry Aussies

South Africa have gained serious momentum against Australia in the ongoing fourth Test with a 401-run lead.

David Warner's wife blames herself for the ball-tampering scandal

Opening up about husband David Warner's involvement in ball tampering scandal, Candice Warner blamed herself and said that the incident is "killing her."

Dale Steyn to have a stint with Hampshire

South Africa veteran pacer Dale Steyn is looking for a desperate return to the national team after not being part of the side in the past two seasons due to injuries.

01 Apr 2018

Real Madrid

Welshman Gareth Bale to consider options next summer

Real Madrid superstar Gareth Bale is considering to move away from the club in the upcoming summer.

01 Apr 2018

India

Commonwealth Games: PV Sindhu suffers an ankle injury

22-year-old India's ace shuttler PV Sindhu hopes to be fit before the 21st edition of Commonwealth Games. The Games will be held at the Gold Coast.

IPL 2018: Know everything that's been doing the rounds

The Indian Premier League 2018 season kicks off from April 7 onwards.

Ball-tampering scandal: What next for Smith, Warner and Bancroft?

The disgraced trio of Australian cricketers Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft are expected to launch legal action challenging the ban levelled by Cricket Australia (CA).

01 Apr 2018

Football

More than 1 million Egyptians want Salah as their President

Stopping Mohamed Salah is a problem for most of his opponents. The Egyptian forward has taken the Premier League by storm this season scoring 29 goals in just 31 appearances for Liverpool.

01 Apr 2018

Football

#FootballRoundup: Messi thrives for Barca, Manchester City win

Football fans were in for a blockbuster Saturday with plenty of football matches across Europe.

01 Apr 2018

England Cricket Team

Eng vs NZ 2nd Test: England in command against Kiwis

England have taken a 231-run lead against New Zealand on Day 3 of the second Test.

01 Apr 2018

Tennis

Miami Open: Sloane Stephens bags Miami women's title

2017 US Open Champion Sloane Stephens stormed to glory at Miami after overcoming Jelena Ostapenko in the final.

31 Mar 2018

Australia

Commonwealth Games: Indian contingent under scanner at Gold Coast

The Commonwealth Games hasn't even kicked off and Indian athletes are being investigated after syringes were found at their accommodation in Australia.