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R Vaishali Sets Sights On Consistency And Candidates Qualification

Indian chess Grandmaster R Vaishali has set her sights on two key objectives this year -- to deliver a series of consistent performances and secure a coveted spot in the prestigious Candidates Tournament. The past year has already proven to be a remarkable chapter in the 23-year-old's career, with a series of career-defining milestones. These include becoming only the third woman from India to earn the esteemed Grandmaster title, playing a vital role in India's gold-medal-winning performance in the women's event at the Chess Olympiad, and clinching a bronze medal at the World Blitz Championship.

"Does That Mean You Don't Care?": Gautam Gambhir Lambasted Over KL Rahul's Treatment In England ODIs

Team India might be 2-0 up in the 3-match ODI series against England but the manner in which the batting order is shaping up, hasn't gone down well with everyone. Be it the averted experiment to bench Shreyas Iyer or the batting position of KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya, there remain many ifs and buts in the team that are yet to be resolved. Former India captain Kris Srikkanth took a direct swipe at head coach Gautam Gambhir, accusing him of mismanaging wicket-keeper batter KL Rahul.

Germany Women's Team Arrives In Bhubaneswar Ahead Of FIH Pro League Matches

The Germany Women's Hockey Team arrived at Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar, on Monday ahead of their FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 fixtures in India. Led by Co-Captains Linnea Wiedemann and Sarah Strauss, Germany will take on Spain on 15 and 16 February before facing hosts India on 21 and 22 February. Germany finished runners-up in last season's Pro League behind the Netherlands, but they have struggled for form this year. With only two draws from four matches, they currently sit seventh in the standings with three points. Having conceded 13 goals already, they will be looking to tighten their defense ahead of the crucial upcoming games.

"Feels Like A Family": Vaibhav Arora After Returning To KKR For IPL 2025

After playing a critical role in Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) title winning campaign in the IPL 2024, Vaibhav Arora is excited to be back in the Purple and Gold for upcoming 2025 season. The right-arm pacer bagged 11 wickets in 10 matches in the 17th edition of the IPL, causing all sorts of problems for the batters with his ability to swing the new ball. Now back with the Knight Riders, he is delighted to return the franchise that feels like family.

New Zealand Star Rachin Ravindra, Injured In Lahore Stadium, Blamed For Own Injury

The injury to New Zealand cricketer Rachin Ravindra during an ODI match against Pakistan at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium became a huge talking point ahead of the start of the Champions Trophy. In a rather bizarre and worrying incident, Rachin failed to spot the ball in the glare of the floodlights at the venue and ended up incurring a serious injury that left him bloodied on the field. While some big names in Pakistan's cricketing fraternity admitted that the LED lights at the venue seem to be causing some issue, others have refused to make corrections. Instead, they've blamed Rachin for the injury.

IPL Franchise Gujarat Titans Get New Owners, Majority Shares To Be Sold To...

Former IPL champions Gujarat Titans are set to have new owners as Indian business conglomerate, the Torrent Group, is in line to acquire a majority stake in the franchise. The Ahmedabad-based conglomerate will purchase a 67 per cent stake in the team from CVC Capital Partners (Irelia Company Pvt Ltd), who had bought the team in 2021. The deal is awaiting final approval from the IPL governing council, which would allow Torrent Group to take control ahead of the upcoming season, which will begin on March 21.

Mark Allen survives scare as defending champion Gary Wilson crashes out of Welsh Open

Mark Allen was pushed to the brink in the first round of the Welsh Open by rising star Stan Moody, who hit two half-centuries to move into a 2-0 lead, and also sat one frame away from victory at 3-2.

Pankaj Advani Wins Indian Snooker Championship, 36th National Gold Overall

India's most accomplished player Pankaj Advani secured his 36th overall national title and 10th men's snooker crown at the Yashwant Club, in a commanding display of skill and determination. The ONGC employee overcame an early setback to defeat Brijesh Damani in a final where Damani managed to take the opening frame, the only one he would claim throughout the match. The tournament serves as the only selection event for the Asian and World Championships. Advani's performance was marked by consistency and precision.

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R Vaishali Sets Sights On Consistency And Candidates Qualification

"Does That Mean You Don't Care?": Gautam Gambhir Lambasted Over KL Rahul's Treatment In England ODIs

Germany Women's Team Arrives In Bhubaneswar Ahead Of FIH Pro League Matches

"Feels Like A Family": Vaibhav Arora After Returning To KKR For IPL 2025

New Zealand Star Rachin Ravindra, Injured In Lahore Stadium, Blamed For Own Injury

IPL Franchise Gujarat Titans Get New Owners, Majority Shares To Be Sold To...

Mark Allen survives scare as defending champion Gary Wilson crashes out of Welsh Open

Pankaj Advani Wins Indian Snooker Championship, 36th National Gold Overall