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IPL disrupting traditional international programme: David Lloyd
Former England coach David Lloyd has said that the Indian Premier League (IPL), scheduled to begin in less than a week's time, is "disrupting the traditional international programme" as several top cricketers playing in the lucrative tournament are unavailable for national duty.
Women's World Cup: England back on track after one-wicket win over White Ferns
Defending champions England on Sunday boosted their chances of a semifinal berth in the ICC Women's World Cup, defeating hosts New Zealand by just one wicket at the Eden Park to move up to fifth place on the table with four points.
New Zealand skipper Sophie Devine retires hurt in crucial game against England
New Zealand skipper Sophie Devine did not return to the field for New Zealand's fielding innings after she was forced to retire hurt while batting in Sunday's ICC Women's Cricket World Cricket Cup league match against England.
Kraigg Brathwaite's 12-hour vigil negates England's advantage in second Test
West Indies skipper Kraigg Brathwaite played the innings of his life as he patiently faced 489 balls to score a workman-like 160 to guide the home team to 411 on Day 4 of the second Test against England at the Kensington Oval on Sunday (IST). Thanks to Brathwaite's nearly 12-hour vigil, the hosts almost negated England's advantage, as West Indies fell 96 runs short of the tourists' first-innings total of 507/9 declared.
Hockey Pro League: India score late equaliser but lose shoot-out to Argentina
After an even contest in the first half in which Argentina enjoyed more ball possession but India created more and better chances, the match exploded into action in the third quarter when India scored through Gurjant Singh in the 38th minute. Argentina responded soon and not only levelled the score through Nicolas Acosta in the 45th minute. The South Americans, who are in the sixth position in the league table from three wins in four matches.
Asia Cup Archery: India finish with two gold, six silver medals
The men's recurve team comprising national champion Parth Salunkhe, Rahul Nagarwal and Dhiraj Bommadevara made amends by winning a team gold after drawing a blank in individual events. The Indian men's recurve team defeated Kazakhstan 6-2 in the final to clinch the gold medal. On the other hand, the 19-year-old compound archer Sakshi Chaudhary, who won silver at the World Youth Championships last year.
IPL 2022: Love batting at No 3 but ready to bat wherever team needs me, says Shreyas Iyer
The 27-year old Iyer was bought by KKR for Rs 12.25 cr in the IPL Mega Auction and was eventually named to lead the side. He himself plays at No 5 for India and although he would love to bat at his preferred position of No 3. But, with Nitish Rana in the mix, Shreyas may have to push himself further in the line-up, which he is open to do.
2nd ODI: Bangladesh eye first series victory in South Africa
Having won their first One-day International against South Africa, Bangladesh will look to seal the series by dominating the hosts in the second ODI at The Wanderers Stadium on Sunday. Bangladesh registered a historic win in the first ODI by defeating South Africa by 38 runs and consolidating their position in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Super League table.
IPL 2022: Delay in Moeen Ali's arrival a worry for CSK
Ahead of the start of the IPL 2022, Chennai Super Kings are worried over the continued delay in the arrival of England cricketer Moeen Ali, who still hasn't joined the four-time champions, for the upcoming season. The 34-year old Ali, who was retained by CSK for Rs 8 crore, has been awaiting clearance of his travel documents by the Indian High Commission in the UK.
La Liga: Pride the big issue in the third Clasico of the season
Barca showed signs of improvement under Xavi Hernandez in that match and although they travel to the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium on Sunday claiming that they still have a chance of winning the title, the reality is they are looking to confirm their upturn in form, reports Xinhua. Barca have moved up to third place in the table and Thursday saw them qualify for the quarter-finals of the Europa League after a 2-1 win away to Galatasaray in Turkey.
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