Why sending Shami to Australia won’t be a straightforward call

Mohammed Shami’s fitness for international cricket is being closely monitored by the BCCI medical team. They are tracking his progress in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, assessing his weight loss and endurance after each match. The selectors will decide on his inclusion in the Australian tour and the ICC Champions…

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Italy beat Slovakia to clinch fifth Billie Jean King Cup title

Italy claimed their fifth Billie Jean King Cup title after an 11-year drought, defeating Slovakia 2-0 in the final. Jasmine Paolini and Lucia Bronzetti secured straight-set victories in their respective singles matches, leading Italy to a triumphant victory. The win highlights the resurgence of Italian women’s tennis on the global…

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Shastri picks 2 Indian players who can give Australia a headache

Ravi Shastri believes Yashasvi Jaiswal and Jasprit Bumrah are the key players for India in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. He highlighted Jaiswal’s aggressive batting style and Bumrah’s exceptional fast bowling as potential game-changers. For Australia, Shastri picked Pat Cummins, Steve Smith and Nathan Lyon as the players to watch out…

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‘Broadcaster has said no to hybrid Champions Trophy’

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has claimed that the broadcaster for the Champions Trophy has rejected the hybrid model and the possibility of placing India and Pakistan in separate groups. The stalemate over the tournament’s hosting and scheduling continues as the BCCI remains firm in its refusal to send a…

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‘Whenever Pant is around…’: Jadeja highlights Rishabh’s impact

Star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja praised Rishabh Pant’s cricketing skills and his ability to uplift the team’s spirit. Jadeja expressed hope that Pant would deliver match-winning performances in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. This comes as Team India faces selection challenges with injuries and Rohit Sharma’s unavailability for the opening Test in…

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India retain women’s Asian Champions Trophy hockey title

India’s women’s hockey team clinched the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024 title with a thrilling 1-0 victory over China. Young star Deepika emerged as the tournament’s top scorer, netting the decisive goal in the 31st minute from a penalty corner. This win marks India’s third ACT championship, equaling South Korea’s…

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Hayden highlights Rahul’s challenge ahead of Perth Test

KL Rahul’s Test record in Australia has been under scrutiny, particularly after a string of low scores lately in his career. Former Australian opener Matthew Hayden advises Rahul to focus on building partnerships and batting for extended periods, emphasizing that Test matches in Australia rarely reach the fifth day. The…

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EXCLUSIVE | Pant should get Rs 25-30 crore in IPL Auction: Raina

Former CSK batsman Suresh Raina believes Rishabh Pant could fetch a record-breaking price at the upcoming IPL auction. Raina highlighted Pant’s captaincy experience, batting prowess, and brand value as reasons for a potential bidding war, potentially going past the Rs 25 crore mark. He also expects intense competition for other…

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The Taj Mahal could be central to India’s 2036 Olympic bid

Contrary to earlier reports suggesting Mumbai or Ahmedabad as potential host cities for India’s candidature to bid for 2036 Summer Olympics, Delhi-NCR and Agra have emerged as strong contenders. The region’s strategic location, robust infrastructure, and proximity to the iconic Taj Mahal are being cited as key advantages in India’s…

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