As India gears up for the Champions Trophy 2025, a key selection debate has emerged in the fast-bowling department. Despite Harshit Rana showing promise in the recent ODI series against England, Arshdeep Singh is expected to start alongside Mohammed Shami when India takes on Bangladesh on February 20.The Indian team management, led by head coach Gautam Gambhir, tested Harshit in all three England ODIs to assess his potential as Jasprit Bumrah’s replacement.

The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024 clash between Gujarat Giants and Mumbai Indians on Tuesday in Vadodara promises a thrilling contest as both teams look to improve their performances.Gujarat Giants, who struggled in the past two WPL seasons, seem to have overcome their batting issues, thanks to Ashleigh Gardner’s all-round heroics. Beth Mooney has shown form at the top, but Laura Wolvaardt is yet to deliver. The Indian batters, especially D Hemalatha, are under pressure to contr

Ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025, a video has surfaced showing India’s flag missing from Karachi’s National Stadium, where all other participating nations’ flags are displayed. The video, which has gone viral on social media, has left cricket fans puzzled, raising questions about the exclusion of India’s tricolor. The authenticity of the video, however, is yet to be verified.   Speculation suggests that the absence of the Indian flag could be du

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has acknowledged that his team has only a "one per cent" chance of overturning their Champions League tie against Real Madrid. After losing 3-2 at home in the first leg, City face a challenging task at the Santiago Bernabeu. Despite leading 2-1 with just four minutes remaining, defensive lapses cost them the match. Guardiola admitted his team’s struggles this season, stating that their performances and results have been far from their usua

Juventus claimed a crucial 1-0 victory over Inter Milan, preventing their rivals from taking the top spot in Serie A. Francisco Conceicao’s match-winning goal in the 74th minute secured Juve’s third consecutive league win and propelled them into the Champions League qualification positions. Inter, despite dominating possession and creating multiple opportunities, struggled to convert their chances. Lautaro Martinez and Denzel Dumfries both missed golden opportunities, with Dumfrie

Sri Lanka’s cricket team pulled off a stunning 174-run win over Australia in the second and final ODI in Colombo, securing a series sweep with a 2-0 victory. Australia, chasing 282, were bowled out for a paltry 107, their lowest-ever total in Asia. The collapse was dramatic, as they lost their final seven wickets for just 28 runs.   Australia made several changes in their lineup, experimenting ahead of next week’s Champions Trophy. Despite using a variety of

The 38th National Games closed on a high note with Home Minister Amit Shah asserting that India is on track to host a successful Olympics in 2036, signaling a bright future for Indian sports. During the ceremony, which featured key figures such as Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, and Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha, Uttarakhand's impressive rise in the medal standings was celebrated. The state jumped from 21st to 7th pla

Babar Azam, the Pakistan cricket team captain, has achieved a significant milestone during the final of the ODI tri-series against New Zealand at the National Stadium on Friday. He became the joint-fastest batter to reach 6,000 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs), matching the record set by South African legend Hashim Amla, who also reached the mark in 123 innings.Babar’s achievement not only made him the joint-fastest to this landmark, but he also became the fastest Asian batter to s

Bayer Leverkusen welcomes Bayern Munich to the BayArena this Saturday in a pivotal Bundesliga match that could determine the trajectory of the title race. With Bayern Munich currently leading the league by eight points, a victory for the Bavarians will all but seal Leverkusen's chances of defending their title. Leverkusen, who have only lost once this season, have drawn seven times, while Bayern, led by Vincent Kompany, are in formidable form, having won seven straight league games.

India’s Loss in the Quarterfinals: India’s campaign in the Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championship ended on a disappointing note as they suffered a 0-3 defeat against a second-string Japan team. The Indian squad, despite being the 2023 bronze medalists, struggled to find their rhythm throughout the match. The team fell behind early, losing the mixed doubles match, with Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto showing resilience but ultimately losing 13-21, 21-17, 13-

RCB's Opening Match and Leadership of Smriti Mandhana: The defending champions, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), are all set to take on Gujarat Giants in the opening match of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 in Vadodara. RCB’s captain, Smriti Mandhana, led the team to a thrilling victory over Delhi Capitals (DC) in the final last year, marking the franchise’s first-ever title. As they aim for a second consecutive victory, Mandhana addressed the fa

Braving the icy waters for a meaningful cause, more than 1,000 participants took part in the annual Wildwood Polar Bear Plunge, an event that has become a beloved tradition in the Shore community. This year’s plunge proved to be a massive success, raising an impressive $355,000 to support athletes with intellectual disabilities. The funds generated will go toward upcoming spring competitions and other year-round programs, ensuring that athletes have the resources they need to tra

Tensions escalated at the American Airlines Center on Monday night as Dallas Mavericks fans voiced their outrage over the recent trade of Luka Dončić during a game against the Sacramento Kings. The protest led to the ejection of multiple fans, with team officials citing violations of the NBA Code of Conduct. What Led to the Ejections? Throughout

The Carter High School girls' swim team has achieved a groundbreaking victory, winning the District 6-4A State Championship for the first time in the school’s history. This milestone marks a new era for the swim program and a moment of pride for the entire community. A Team That Made History The championship team includes Chicorri

Alex Bregman has secured a groundbreaking 3-year deal worth $120 million with the Boston Red Sox, marking one of the most talked-about signings of the offseason. The contract, averaging $40 million per season, underscores Boston’s commitment to building a competitive roster and signals a bold move by the organization to attract high-impact talent. Bregman, known for his exceptional offensive prowess and robust defensive abilities, is expected to bring a new dimension to the team’s

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi responded to the criticism and social media trolls questioning the board’s ability to complete the renovation of Karachi and Lahore stadiums in time for the upcoming Champions Trophy, which kicks off on February 19. The PCB faced heavy criticism following delays and concerns about the completion of stadium upgrades after a venue shift for a Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh and the extension of deadlines for the renovation work

On Monday, the Germany Women’s Hockey Team arrived at Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar, India, for their upcoming FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 matches. The team, led by co-captains Linnea Wiedemann and Sarah Strauss, will face Spain on February 15 and 16, followed by a crucial matchup against hosts India on February 21 and 22 at the Kalinga Stadium. After finishing as runners-up in last season’s Pro League behind the Netherlands, Germany has struggled for form th

Denis Shapovalov claimed the Dallas Open title on Sunday, defeating Norway’s fifth-ranked Casper Ruud 7-6 (7/5), 6-3 for his third career ATP title. Shapovalov’s victory is a remarkable achievement, as he became only the fifth player since 2020 to eliminate the top three seeds on his way to an ATP title. His path to the title included wins over world number four Taylor Fritz in the second round and defending champion Tommy Paul in the semi-finals, showing the Canadian’s resi

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) enters the Champions League play-offs in top form, having overcome a tough European start in 2024. With impressive wins against Manchester City and Stuttgart, they now face domestic rivals Brest in a knockout tie. Despite PSG's stuttering form earlier in the season, they now appear formidable, particularly with key players like Ousmane Dembele stepping up in Kylian Mbappe's absence. Brest, making their first-ever appearance in the European competition, are co

India faces a significant setback at the 2024 Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championships, as the team will compete without star player PV Sindhu, who suffered a hamstring injury during pre-tournament training. This absence comes after India secured a bronze medal at the last edition in Dubai, with Sindhu playing a crucial role. Malvika Bansod, ranked world No. 29, will now have to step in and lead the women’s singles charge. India has been placed in Group D and will begin their campaign ag