Category: Sports

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…

Shubman Gill’s fitness is improving daily after a left-hand injury, and a decision on his participation in the first Test against Australia in Perth will be made on match day. Gill has been in excellent form this year and is expected to play a key role in the Border-Gavaskar series,…

Jasprit Bumrah is set to captain India in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, as regular skipper Rohit Sharma will miss the match due to the birth of his second child. Former Indian cricketer Kirti Azad acknowledges Rohit’s importance but emphasises that no player is indispensable, expressing…

Rafael Nadal, the celebrated Spanish tennis player, has retired from professional tennis. Known for his dominance on clay courts, Nadal amassed 22 Grand Slam titles, including a record 14 French Open championships. Injuries plagued portions of his career, yet he persevered to achieve the world number one ranking for 209…

Rafael Nadal, a 22-time Grand Slam singles champion, announced his retirement from professional tennis at the Davis Cup in Malaga, Spain. At 38 years old, Nadal reflected on his career, expressing gratitude for his family, friends, and fans. He emphasized the importance of both his athletic achievements and personal values,…

In a poignant Davis Cup Finals quarter-final match, retiring tennis legend Rafael Nadal fought valiantly but succumbed to a 6-4, 6-4 defeat against Botic van de Zandschulp of the Netherlands. Despite showing glimpses of his trademark fighting spirit, the 22-time Grand Slam champion couldn’t overcome his opponent’s powerful play. Carlos…

Hardik Pandya is set to join his brother Krunal on the Baroda squad for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, India’s domestic T20 tournament. The tournament begins on November 23. Baroda, led by Krunal, are looking to improve on last year’s runner-up finish and have started the domestic season strong…

Rafael Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam champion, was moved to tears during the Spanish national anthem at the Davis Cup, marking his final tournament appearance. The 38-year-old, chosen for the opening singles match against the Netherlands, is aiming to help Spain secure their first Davis Cup title since 2019 before…

Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly expresses confidence in Team India’s readiness for the upcoming Test series against Australia. He dismisses concerns about the team being “undercooked” after their recent loss to New Zealand, attributing it to challenging pitches. …

Former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar believes Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru might engage in a bidding war to acquire KL Rahul in the IPL 2025 mega auction. Rahul’s leadership skills and consistent performance make him a desirable choice. Meanwhile, Sanjay Manjrekar predicts CSK might re-sign Devon Conway and…

Former Australian cricketer Mike Hussey shared his insights on the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, expressing his excitement for the highly anticipated series between India and Australia. Hussey believes India will deliver a strong performance despite recent challenges and emphasised the significance of spin bowling in determining the outcome. The series begins…

Former Australian cricketer Shane Watson has cautioned the Australian team about Virat Kohli’s intensity on the field. Despite Kohli’s recent struggles to regain his peak form in Test cricket, Watson believes that if Kohli rediscovers his trademark intensity, he could pose a significant challenge to Australia in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar…

Rishabh Pant has refuted Sunil Gavaskar’s speculation that his non-retention by the Delhi Capitals was due to financial disagreements. Pant clarified that money was not a factor in him not being retained by the IPL franchise. Gavaskar had suggested that Pant and the Capitals might have disagreed on the retention…