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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Exclusive | ‘Rohit is not indispensable’: Former WC winner

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…

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Rafael Nadal factfile: ‘King of Clay’ retires from tennis

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…

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‘I leave with peace of mind’: Rafael Nadal bids farewell to tennis

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,…

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Nadal could be headed into retirement after loss

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…

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Hardik Pandya to play Mushtaq Ali Trophy under brother Krunal’s captaincy

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…

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Watch: Nadal in tears during farewell Davis Cup appearance

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…

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