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Anurag Thakur (PTI Photo) With IOA polls next year, this could be ex-sports min’s Queen’s gambitNEW DELHI: It was business as usual in Indian sport till about a week ago, when a former sports minister declared his intention to contest the elections of a national federation. Emerging from somewhat of a hiatus in sport administration,…
Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi controls the ball during a CONCACAF Champions Cup match. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Lionel Messi made a triumphant return to action on Thursday night, coming off the bench to score Inter Miami’s second goal in a 2-0 victory over Jamaica’s Cavalier FC. The win sealed a 4-0 aggregate triumph and…
Jemimah Rodrigues (PTI Photo) MUMBAI: Since its introduction, the IPL’s ‘Impact Player’ rule has stirred a hornet’s nest. Some have termed it ‘unfair’ while others think it will impede the supply line of all-rounders in Indian cricket. The Indian cricket board (BCCI) is unmoved, having decided to retain the rule at least till the 2027…
Bruno Fernandes (AP Photo/Dave Thompson) NEW DELHI: Bruno Fernandes delivered a sensational performance as Manchester United stormed into the Europa League quarter-finals with a 4-1 victory over Real Sociedad at Old Trafford, securing a 5-2 aggregate win. Fernandes opened the scoring from the penalty spot in the 10th minute and added another in the 50th,…
Rishabh Pant’s sister’s grand wedding (Video grab) Indian cricket sensation Rishabh Pant‘s sister, Sakshi Pant, recently tied the knot with London-based businessman Ankit Chaudhary in a grand and lavish wedding ceremony held at the luxurious ITC Hotel, The Savoy, in the scenic hills of Mussoorie. The event was nothing short of a spectacular celebration, with…
KL Rahul. (Pic Credit – X) NEW DELHI: Wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has opened up about his preferred batting position, stating that he is most comfortable in the top order. However, the stylish right-hander emphasised that he is willing to adapt based on the team’s needs.Rahul, who has batted in multiple positions across formats, acknowledged the…
NEW DELHI: KL Rahul is set to begin a fresh stint with Delhi Capitals in the upcoming 18th Indian Premier League (IPL) commencing March 22, following his previous associations with other IPL teams.After being released by Lucknow Super Giants post the 2024 season, Rahul was acquired by DC for Rs 14 crore at the previous…
India captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir (Pic credit: BCCI) NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu has thrown his weight behind captain Rohit Sharma, insisting that the veteran batter still has plenty of cricket left in him. Sidhu believes that Sharma will retain his leadership position for India’s upcoming five-match away…
Venkatesh Iyer. (Pic Credit – X) NEW DELHI: Newly appointed vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer remains unfazed by the pressure of his auction price, focusing solely on delivering for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the upcoming IPL season.The dynamic all-rounder said he cannot ignore the scrutiny surrounding his mega price tag but emphasised that price tags don’t…
Dwayne Bravo and Gautam Gambhir Former West Indies cricketer Dwayne Bravo, who has taken over as mentor at Kolkata Knight Riders from Gautam Gambhir, announced on Thursday his plans to combine successful elements from his predecessor’s approach whilst implementing his own distinctive methods for the forthcoming IPL. KKR, who clinched their third IPL title last…
