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India’s mixed relay team silver at 2018 Asian Games upgraded

24 Jul 2020 06:47 AM IST

The silver medal that the Indian 4×400 mixed relay quartet of Mohammed Anas, M.R. Poovamma, Hima Das and Arokia Rajiv won at the 2018 Asian Games in Jakarta has been upgraded to gold. Additionally, Anu Raghavan moved from fourth place to bronze medal position in the women’s 400m hurdles. This

BCCI behind the T20 WC postponement: AKHTAR

24 Jul 2020 06:46 AM IST

Shoaib Akhtar, former Pakistan bowler, reproached BCCI, alleging that the Indian cricket board played a role in the ICC postponing the T20 World Cup later this year to make room for the Indian Premier League (IPL). Akhtar also felt that the Asia Cup could have taken place. “Asia Cup could

Two-captain theory won’t work in India, says Pathan

23 Jul 2020 06:03 AM IST

Former cricketer Irfan Pathan talks to The Daily Guardian about his experiences with Team India and how Covid has impacted cricket.

Ben Stokes: The Hercules Incarnate

23 Jul 2020 06:02 AM IST

Ben Stokes’ contribution to his team can never be summed up in mere numbers; his name will be mentioned with utmost respect in English cricket. Stokes’ brilliance was evident in the second of the three Test match series against West Indies. He hit his slowest century — 176 of 356

Eyeing at Tokyo 2021, SAI extends contract of 32 foreign coaches

23 Jul 2020 06:02 AM IST

With an objective of ensuring continuity in the training of athletes, the Sports Authority of India (SAI) on Wednesday extended the contract of 32 foreign coaches in 11 disciplines till 30 September 2021. The contracts of many coaches were to end in September this year. The decision to extend their

Current situation not congenial for Olympics: Mori

23 Jul 2020 06:01 AM IST

Amidst the coronavirus pandemic, all the sporting activities across the world came to an unprecedented halt. Some of the sports however, including Football and Cricket, saw a resumption behind the closed doors and without the audiences.Nevertheless, the fate of the much awaited 2020 Olympics lies in the murky waters. However,

End could have been better: Kumble on stint as Team India head coach

23 Jul 2020 06:00 AM IST

Anil Kumble, the legendary former leg-spinner of India, has opened up regarding his stint as head coach of Team India and stated it was a great feeling to again become a part of the dressing room following his retirement. In 2017, Kumble resigned from the high-profile role after his relationship

The Covid challenges of being a para-athlete

22 Jul 2020 05:42 AM IST

‘No financial help received from anywhere,’ complains Shweta Sharma, an international para-athlete who specialises in shot put and javelin throw.

Broad proved his worth in second test: Hussain

22 Jul 2020 05:41 AM IST

Former England captain, Nasser Hussain showered praise on Stuart Broad after the ace fast-bowler shined with the ball in second Test against West Indies at the Old Trafford. Broad picked up three wickets in each innings and played a starring role, along with all-rounder Ben Stokes, to help the hosts

The day still haunts me: Harper on Sachin LBW Decision

22 Jul 2020 05:41 AM IST

Daryl Harper, the Australian umpire who was part of the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) Elite Panel of Umpires in 2011, is perhaps best remembered in India for giving batting great Sachin Tendulkar out LBW despite the ball hitting his shoulder. It is a decision that has been spoken about for

2005 Ashes greatest test series: Ponting

22 Jul 2020 05:39 AM IST

Ricky Ponting, the former Australia captain, on Tuesday jogged down the memory lane and recalled the 2005 Ashes series, which according to him was the ‘best Test series’ he participated in during the course of his illustrious career. On this day, 15 years ago, the 2005 edition of the Ashes

I could have played more for Team India, says Kaif

21 Jul 2020 05:53 AM IST

Former cricketer Mohammad Kaif, while sharing his journey from Allahabad to the Indian dressing room, says he didn’t get chances to play despite doing well.