Mumbai, December 28 - The Boxing Day Test defeat to Australia has reignited the debate on the future of two Indian cricket legends, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar weighed in on the discussion, stating that Kohli deserves more leeway than his teammate due to his stature

New Delhi: In a bid to push her credentials for the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, Indian compound archer Jyothi Surekha Vennam has written a letter to Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya. The 28-year-old archer, who represented India in numerous international events, including the Olympics and Asian Games,

Riyadh, Dec 31 (Xinhua) -- In a thrilling moment of national pride and passion for football, Saudi Arabia has secured the coveted hosting rights to the 2034 FIFA World Cup. This significant milestone marks a pivotal step in the country's journey as a global sporting powerhouse. For years, Saudi Arabia

The FBI has issued a warning to sports leagues, alerting them to the increasing number of burglaries targeting professional athletes' homes, as well as their families and loved ones. According to official reports, several prominent NFL and NBA players had their homes burglarized, with valuable items such as designer handbags,

New Delhi, Dec 31 (ANI/PTI): As the world gears up to bid farewell to the year 2024, the cricketing community is abuzz with speculation over Indian captain Virat Kohli's future. A veteran of the sport has weighed in on the debate, calling for a clear succession policy to prevent

New York, Dec 30 - In a surprise turn of events, world-ranked chess player Magnus Carlsen has been given permission to participate in the upcoming World Blitz Championship, largely due to the International Chess Federation's (FIDE) lenient policy toward dress codes. Just days earlier, FIDE officials fined and disciplined Carlsen

Liverpool winger Mohamed Salah has sparked discussions over his future at the club, claiming that he is "far away" from agreeing a new contract despite an outstanding season on the pitch. Salah scored one goal and set up two others in Liverpool's 5-0 thrashing of West Ham, helping the team

Atlanta, GA - The death of former US President Jimmy Carter on Sunday marked the end of an era for American sports law, with a special focus on his historic role in shaping the Amateur Sports Act of 1978. As the country mourned the loss of the 39th President's life,

Roma drew a crucial 1-1 match against arch-rivals AC Milan in Serie A, with Paulo Dybala scoring a stunning volley to equalize and sending the Giallorossi up to 10th place in the league table. The visitors took the lead through Tijjani Reijnders' first-time finish after a swift counter-attacking move, but

In a gripping fourth day of the ongoing test match between India and Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Day 5 promises to be an exciting one, with Australia in command and India needing to bat sensibly to stage a comeback. As the Australian team continues to dominate, India's

LONDON, england - A flurry of transfer activity surrounds some of England's top clubs as the January window approaches. In a shocking turn of events, Tottenham Hotspur director Ange Postecoglou has maintained his backing for the north Londoners despite an underwhelming showings this season. His team is facing their next

New Delhi: Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios has launched a scathing attack on tennis authorities over their handling of high-profile doping cases involving Grand Slam champions Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek. Dubbing the situation "disgusting", Kyrgios accused the sport of integrity being "a horrible look" on Thursday. The 24-year-old, who

LONDON - The future of Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou hangs in the balance, with his side struggling in recent weeks. Despite this, Postecoglou has maintained the backing of the Tottenham board and is set to face a make-or-break test against Liverpool in the League Cup semi-finals. Meanwhile, Federico Chiesa

Melbourne: Pacer Jasprit Bumrah took his fourth wicket in this innings and completed a remarkable milestone as he achieved his 200th Test wicket for India on the fourth day of the fourth Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). The visitors are currently in trouble, with six down

Mumbai: In a candid and poignant memoir, Indian wrestler Sakshi Malik has given an insider's look into the world of professional wrestling, revealing its secrets, demands, and cruelties. Through her book "Witness", co-written by acclaimed reporter Jonathan Selvaraj, Malik takes readers on a journey through her life and career, from

In a momentous occasion for Indian cricket, pacer Jasprit Bumrah reached a significant milestone as he claimed his 200th Test wicket at the MCG in Australia. This feat puts him in an exclusive club alongside veteran spinners R Ashwin and Kapil Dev, who also have crossed the 200-wicket mark in

Melbourne [Australia] - Australia took control of the Boxing Day Test against India after a stellar batting display, with Steve Smith scoring his 34th Test century and leaving the visitors struggling at 5-164. The hosts, who were bowled out for 474 earlier in the day, had Smith (140 off 197

MILAN, - CBS Sports anchor and commentator Greg Gumbel has succumbed to cancer, leaving behind a legacy of over 50 extraordinary years in sports broadcasting. The sportsworld is mourning the loss of Gumbel, who earned his accolades over five decades in remarkable advents like the Super Bowls and Olympic Games.

A 20-year-old woman has been awarded £30,000 in compensation after she was sacked from her job at a recruiting agency for wearing trainers to work. Elizabeth Benassi claimed that she was unfairly singled out and treated "like a child" by her manager after complaining about the dress code. Benassi

A shocking yet entertaining twist has shaken the cricketing world as 23-year-old Nitish Kumar Reddy, an underdog batsman from India, brought out his inner 'Pushpa' on Sunday. Inspired by the hit Hindi film "Pushpa: The Rise of an Empire," which stars Allu Arjun in a starring role, Reddy surprised fans

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA: India's skipper Rohit Sharma's iconic pull shot has let him down on DAY 2 of the Boxing Day Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), leaving his form and captaincy under scrutiny. The 34-year-old batsman, known for his gifted batting skills across formats, tried an unconvincing

Nazara Technologies, a leading gaming platform company, has finalized a deal to acquire an additional 10.26% stake in its subsidiary Absolute Sports for ₹72.73 crore (approximately USD 9.68 million). According to an exchange filing, this latest acquisition brings Nazara's total stake in Absolute Sports to 81.94%

Digital penetration: The growth of digital technology has increased access to sports entertainment, making it easier for new fans to engage with the game.New generation of consumers: The owners believe that a newer generation of sports consumers, particularly Gen Z, will drive growth and popularity of the sport.Expanding

Manchester United are exploring options for left-back Alvaro Carreras, who triggered a £25m buy-back clause in January last year, sparking concerns about the club's financial health. The Red Devils have reservations over activating the buy-back clause, but the Dutch side is believed to be open in negotiating a deal. Meanwhile,

In the ongoing fourth test between India and Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Australia is eyeing another strong bowling performance to put pressure on the Indian batting lineup on Day 2. Melbourne, Dec 27:  The Indian cricket team finds itself in a precarious position after a scintillating 114-run