adminCricket World Cup 2023: ‘One-legged Glenn’ puts up ‘Big Show’ to take Australia to semi-finals
Glenn Maxwell conjured up magic when Australia thought it was all over, striking an astonishing double century to singlehandedly lift his team into the semifinals of the World Cup with…
ICC World Cup attracts 430 million viewers on TV in first 34 matches: Disney Star
In the first 34 matches, the live broadcast of ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup attracted the eyeballs of nearly 430 million viewers on TV. Quoting BARC data, Disney Star said…
Cricket World Cup 2023: New Zealand defeat Sri Lanka by 5 wickets to set up likely semi-final against India
Paceman Lockie Ferguson said New Zealand would head into a likely World Cup semi-final against India charged with confidence after snapping a four-match losing streak against Sri Lanka in their…
Cricket World Cup 2023: India post mammoth 410 for 4 against Netherlands
Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul struck magnificent centuries as India produced a solid batting display to post a mammoth 410 for four against the Netherlands in their final league match…
Cricket World Cup 2023: Iyer and Rahul tons propel India to dominant win over Netherlands
Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul hit hundreds as World Cup hosts India geared up for the semi-finals with a crushing 160-run victory over the Netherlands on Sunday to keep intact…
Virat Kohli hits historic 50th ODI hundred, surpasses idol Sachin Tendulkar
Virat Kohli became the first batter in the history of the game to score 50 ODI centuries, going past his idol Sachin Tendulkar during the World Cup semifinal against New…
IND vs NZ, World Cup 2023 Semi-Final: India post formidable 397/4 after Kohli’s record 50th ton
Virat Kohli’s world record 50th ODI hundred and a scintillating century by Shreyas Iyer propelled India to an imposing 397 for four against New Zealand in the first semifinal of…
ICC Cricket World Cup: Kohli’s record ton, Shami’s magnificent seven power India to final
Virat Kohli struck a record 50th hundred and fast bowler Mohammed Shami’s seven-wicket haul proved equally crucial as the unbeaten hosts overpowered New Zealand by 70 runs in a high-scoring…
ICC Cricket World Cup: South Africa win toss, opt to bat against Australia in second semifinal
South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma won the toss and elected to bat against Australia in the second semi-finals of the World Cup at the Eden Gardens here on Thursday. For…
Coca-Cola extends partnership with ICC till 2031
Beverage major Coca-Cola announced on Tuesday that it has extended its partnership with the International Cricket Council (ICC) for an eight-year period, encompassing ICC World events across all three formats,…
ICC Cricket World Cup: Miller’s heroic 101 propels South Africa to 212 against Australia
David Miller struck a 116-ball 101 and lifted South Africa to 212 after his team had lost four early wickets against Australia during the second semifinal of the World Cup…
ICC Cricket World Cup: Australia beat South Africa by 3 wickets, set up World Cup final with India
Australia overcame a spirited challenge from South Africa by three wickets in the second semi-final of the World Cup here on Thursday to set up a title clash with hosts…
Demand for fan jerseys, official merchandise sees surge
With the cricket season reaching fever pitch, demand for Team India jerseys and World Cup merchandise has seen a surge especially in the run up to the final. Cinemas and…
We plan to make football famous in Asia and Africa: Akihiro Kato, President of Angkor Tiger FC
Akhiro Kato wants to shift the football spotlight from Europe to Asia and Africa. To this end, the President of Angkor Tiger Football Club, will train his eyes on digital…
Cricket World Cup 2023 Final: Australia opt to bowl first against India
Australia captain Pat Cummins won the toss and elected to bowl against India in the World Cup final here on Sunday. Both India and Australia fielded unchanged sides. The Teams:…
Cricket World Cup 2023 Final: India 240 all out against Australia
KL Rahul and Virat Kohli made gritaty fifties but Australian bowlers produced a clinical show to bowl out India for a below-par 240 in the World Cup final here on…
Australia wins sixth World Cup title after Head’s hundred sinks India
Australia won a record-extending sixth 50-overs World Cup title after opener Travis Head smashed a magnificent century to fashion their six-wicket victory in Sunday’s final against the tournament’s form team…
Nearly 5.9 crore viewers tuned in to Disney+ Hotstar for WC final
Disney+ Hotstar set a new viewership record during the World Cup finals. The platform saw 5.9 crore peak concurrent viewers tuning in to watch the match between India and Australia.…
Esports industry growth benefits serious gamers with increased earnings, diverse career options: HP India study
The growth of the Esports industry is benefiting the Indian gamers’ community with diverse career opportunities and increased earnings. The earnings from gaming are growing in India as compared to…
Ultimate Kho-Kho secures funds from BNP Investments
Ultimate Kho Kho, the sporting league promoted by Amit Burman, has secured series A fundraise from UK-based private investment firm, BNP Group. The fundraise quantum was not disclosed. In a…
Dhoni, Hardik retained by IPL teams; Stokes, Archer released
The ten IPL teams released their list of retained players on Sunday ahead of the December 19 auction of players for the 2024 season. IPL 2024 is four months away…
India defeat Australia by 44 runs, take 2-0 lead
India defeated Australia by 44 runs in the second T20I to go 2-0 up in the five-match series, here on Sunday. Chasing an imposing 236, Australia were restricted to 191…
BCCI Invites bids for IPL title sponsor rights
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday night released the tender for the title sponsorship rights of the Indian Premier League (IPL) for the 2024-28 cycle.…