Women’s T20 WC: Athapaththu shoulders blame after SL’s setback, says ‘I’m a failure as captain’
Bristol, June 22 (IANS) Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu took full responsibility for her side’s five-wicket defeat to the West Indies in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, admitting the loss had left her devastated as it pushed Sri Lanka to…
Women’s T20 WC: ‘Kapp got three reprieves and capitalised on them…’, says Veda on India’s missed chances
Manchester, June 22 (IANS) Former India batter Veda Krishnamurthy believes India’s fielding lapses, particularly the dropped chances offered to Marizanne Kapp, proved decisive in their six-wicket defeat to South Africa in the Women’s T20…
Women’s T20 WC: ‘Harmanpreet at No.4, Jemimah at 5,’ Mithali suggests batting-order tweak after India’s loss
Manchester, June 22 (IANS) Former India captain Mithali Raj believes India should consider promoting captain Harmanpreet Kaur to number four after the team’s six-wicket defeat to South Africa in the Women’s T20 World Cup at Old Trafford on…
FIFA WC 2026: Egyptian President El-Sisi congratulates national team on historic first-ever World Cup win
New Delhi, June 22 (IANS) Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi on Monday congratulated the national football team after the Pharaohs secured their historic first-ever victory in the FIFA World Cup since making their debut 92 years and 25 days ago.…
‘Finally feels like I’m back’: Harshit Rana opens up on 5-month injury layoff after India return
New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) India pacer Harshit Rana said that he was relieved to be back in the national setup after spending five months on the sidelines with a knee injury, admitting the prolonged absence from cricket was the toughest phase of his…
FIFA WC: Cunha double powers Brazil past Haiti, sends five-time champions top of Group C
Philadelphia, June 19 (IANS) Matheus Cunha struck twice as Brazil responded emphatically to criticism following their opening-game draw with Morocco, cruising to a comfortable victory over Haiti in Philadelphia and moving to the top of Group C on goal…
FIFA WC 2026: We’ll meet medical staff over Pulisic’s availability against Australia, says USA coach Pochettino
Washington, June 19 (IANS) USA winger Christian Pulisic’s availability is still to be determined for the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match against Australia, head coach Mauricio Pochettino confirmed on Friday here at Seattle Stadium. Pulisic left at…
Ecclestone may not take 4 wickets everytime but her spells win you the game: Nasser Hussain
New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) Former England captain Nasser Hussain has praised spinner Sophie Ecclestone for successfully adapting her game to the evolving demands of T20 cricket, saying she may not take four wickets in every game but her spells will help…
Bhaichung backs Morocco’s attacking midfielder Brahim Diaz to play key role in Scotland clash
Mumbai, June 19 (IANS) Former India captain and football legend Bhaichung Bhutia has shared his views ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C clash between Morocco and Scotland and opined that attacking midfielder Brahim Diaz could make the difference…
MoS Raksha Khadse reviews preparations for the 2026 Asian Senior Fencing C’ships in Delhi
New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Khadse examined the arrangements for the Asian Senior Fencing Championships 2026 at Bharat Mandapam on Thursday, in preparation for the esteemed continental event scheduled…