Australian skipper Pat Cummins has recently given a heads-up to his squad regarding the attacking form of the young Indian wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant ahead of the upcoming Border Gavaskar Trophy later this year. Notably, Pant has made a phenomenal comeback in the Indian cricket team after his tragic car accident and since then has given magnificent performances in the T20 World Cup 2024, followed by the ongoing Test series against Bangladesh, where the middle-order batter smashed a stellar century. India will visit Australia for a five-match Test series as a part of the ongoing World Test Championship 2023 to…
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In a recent development, Roma has parted ways with its manager, Daniele De Rossi, just four matches into the new Serie A season. The decision comes after Roma’s start without a win, as the team ended three matches in a draw and a crushing home defeat to Empoli. Currently sitting 16th in the Serie A standings, Roma’s latest setback was a 1-1 draw against Genoa on Sunday, September 15. De Rossi was appointed earlier this year in January, replacing José Mourinho, who had initially seen an impressive turnaround at the Stadio Olimpico. His tenure as the manager kicked off with…
Premier League club Manchester City and Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal have reportedly agreed on a transfer deal worth £21.2 million for Portuguese wing-back João Cancelo. The 30-year-old Cancelo is anticipated to receive a three-year contract, though personal terms are still being finalized. According to the BBC, Cancelo has already consented to the move. Cancelo was an early adopter of Pep Guardiola’s inverted wing-back strategy and was a key player at Manchester City until a rift with the coach emerged after his contract extension in 2022. Following this disagreement, Cancelo spent time on loan at Bayern Munich, where he made…
Legendary cricketer MS Dhoni has been the heart and soul of the Chennai Super Kings franchise since the inception of the league back in 2008. However, will we all witness him in the yellow army camp for one final time in 2025? The former CSK captain, MS Dhoni, might have played his last and final game for the franchise in the IPL 2024 clash against RCB. Even a rumour of such a thing happening would definitely send shockwaves through the cricketing fraternity, especially diehard CSK fans. The writing seems to be on the wall for the moment. The final moment…
Mexico’s national team captain, Edson Álvarez, will miss the remainder of the Copa América after suffering a left hamstring injury. The West Ham United midfielder confirmed the news on Tuesday via social media, expressing his disappointment and commitment to supporting his team from the sidelines. “Unfortunately, my participation in the Copa América has come to a close. But I also wanted to let you know that I have made the decision to stay with the team until the end.” Álvarez wrote. Álvarez, 26, sustained the injury during Mexico’s opening match against Jamaica last Saturday. He limped off the field in…
In a thrilling encounter at the Kensington Oval in Barbados, India clinched a 47-run victory over Afghanistan in their opening match of the Super Eight stage of the ICC T20 World Cup. The match’s standout performer was Suryakumar Yadav, whose composed innings and tactical approach against Afghanistan’s star spinner Rashid Khan played a pivotal role in India’s win. India faced early challenges, finding themselves in a precarious situation at 90/4 after 11 overs. The Afghan spinners, especially captain Rashid Khan, were tightening the screws on the Indian batsmen. It was at this crucial juncture that Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya…
Indian football went through times in the 1980s and 1990s, which rolled over into the 21st century as the Indian football league games were well attended in Kolkata, Goa, and parts of Kerala, but the dwindling interest from other states was a cause for concern across the nation. The National Football League which was later rechristened as the I-League in 2006 struggled to attract viewers and suffered in broadcasting numbers due to poor marketing techniques which further fuelled the idea of a new league. Kicking Off the ISL In December 2010, The All Indian Football Federation signed a 15-year deal…
Table Tennis, also known as Ping Pong in various regions of the world, is massively popular across the globe. From being a fun activity to becoming an internationally competitive sport, table tennis has come a long way. Apart from being a sport with a rich history, table tennis has also played a crucial role in rectifying international relations between global and political superpowers. The Game Beyond Borders The dominance of China in the world of Table Tennis is second to none. From the Olympics to the world championships, the Chinese contingent has always shown its ascendancy on the global stage.…
In recent years, the landscape of competitive gaming has evolved beyond mere entertainment into a thriving ecosystem that encompasses passion, skill, and a growing industry. Among the myriad of countries embracing this digital revolution, India stands out as an emerging hub for eSports, where the fusion of technology, gaming prowess, and a budding community has ignited a phenomenon that transcends the limits of pixels on screens. As the world is witnessing a paradigm shift in leisure activities, the field of e-sports is emerging as a dynamic domain, transcending traditional boundaries to become a global phenomenon. Within this vibrant tapestry lies…
The 2023 FIVB Volleyball Men’s Club World Championship is around the corner and will be held in Bengaluru commencing on December 6 with the finals set to take place on December 10. The hype of volleyball was at its peak in India in the 1950s, but it tailed off towards the end of the 20th century. The tri-colored flag nation is once again back in the reckoning for top prizes in global volleyball and will be hosting the 2023 edition of the coveted tournament to stamp its arrival on the international scene. Volleyball was initially played with equipment from other…