India to face Spain in 2023 Hockey World Cup opener
India, who won the bronze medal at Tokyo 2020, will face England, ranked No. 6 in the world, on January 15 at the same location.
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India 'A' sweep series vs New Zealand 'A'
Bawa, one of the standout performers in India's triumphant U-19 World Cup campaign early this year, showed why he is rated highly. The 19-year-old, who made his India 'A' debut in the second game of the series and took 1-14, got onto the wicket-takers' board by dismissing Mark Chapman (11) --- caught behind by Sanju Samson --- in his first spell. Others to contribute for the hosts include leg-spinner Rahul Chahar (2-39) and Kuldeep Yadav (2-29).
Women's ODI Rankings: Harmanpreet Kaur Moves Upto Fifth Place After Clean Sweep Against England
Riding on her stupendous show against England, India captain Harmanpreet Kaur on Tuesday jumped four spots to reach the fifth spot in the ICC Women's ODI Player Rankings. She leads a bunch of India players who have made rapid gains in the rankings after the team's 3-0 sweep over England. Kaur smashed a match-winning 143 not out off 111 deliveries in the second match in Canterbury. Opener Smriti Mandhana and Deepti Sharma have also moved up in the latest update that considers performances in the last two matches of that series as well as the IWC series between the West Indies and New Zealand.
Harmanpreet Kaur moves up to fifth in ICC ODI rankings
She leads a bunch of India players who have made rapid gains in the rankings after the team's 3-0 sweep over England. Kaur smashed a match-winning 143 not out off 111 deliveries in the second match in Canterbury. Opener Smriti Mandhana and Deepti Sharma have also moved up in the latest update that considers performances in the last two matches of that series as well as the IWC series between the West Indies and New Zealand.
Newcastle could do early deal for teenage history-maker at St James' Park
Newcastle United could complete a ‘deal’ for Central Coast Mariners striker Garang Kuol in January, according to Sky Sports reporter Keith Downie.
"They Should Not Embarrass Themselves": Younis Khan Urges PCB To Back Players Ahead Of T20 World Cup 2022
Former Pakistan batter Younis Khan has urged the country's apex cricket board to back the players who are selected for the T20 World Cup 2022 that takes place in Australia in October-November. Pakistan, who are currently playing a 7-match series against England, have already announced their 15-member squad alongside three reserves for the mega event. However, the deadline set by ICC for the squad announcement is October 9. If the teams have to make changes after the deadline, it has to be sanctioned by ICC.
Springbok star Kolbe tips France as Rugby World Cup 'favourites'
South Africa's Rugby World Cup winning winger Cheslin Kolbe said on Monday that France are "favourites" for next year's competition.
French ref Raynal takes '100% responsibility' for controversial Australia-NZ call
Referee Mathieu Raynal said on Monday he took "100% responsibility" for the disputed decision at the end of this month's first Test between Australia and New Zealand.