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Anand, Gelfand ready for Moscow chess tiebreaker

Tue, 29 May 2012 02:34:00 +0530

Defending champion Viswanathan Anand will have to fight it out in Rapid chess tiebreaker against challenger Boris Gelfand after a tied 6-6 result in the World Chess Championship match here Wednesday.

Special motivation drives Poonia medal hopes

Tue, 29 May 2012 12:37:31 +0530

Indian discus thrower Krishna Poonia has no problem buying a T-shirt for her 10-year-old son Lakshya Raj, but the message he wants emblazoned on it gives her pause for thought.

Anand, Gelfand to play tiebreaker for world title

Mon, 28 May 2012 08:40:36 +0530

Defending champion Viswanathan Anand was stretched to the tie-breaker of the World Chess Championship by his Israeli challenger Boris Gelfand following a draw in the 12th and final game in Moscow on Monday.

Fans go berserk as KKR lift IPL trophy

Mon, 28 May 2012 12:53:48 +0530

The Kolkata Knight Riders' fans savour their team's win over Chennai Super Kings, which won KKR their maiden IPL trophy.

Bisla innings won KKR the IPL title

Mon, 28 May 2012 12:51:21 +0530

CNN-IBN's cricket experts discuss Kolkata's five-wicket win over defending champions Chennai Super Kings in the summit clash.

Anand, Gelfand gear up for Moscow chess decider

Sun, 27 May 2012 12:03:11 +0530

Defending champion Viswanathan Anand will have a lot to think about ahead of the last game of the Chess World Championship against Boris Gelfand of Israel here.

Anand-Gelfand penultimate round match drawn

Sat, 26 May 2012 08:48:54 +0530

Indian Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand on Saturday drew the 11th game against challenger Boris Gelfand of Israel as the World Chess Championship heads into a dramatic finish in Moscow.

Preparatory events for London Olympics approved

Sat, 26 May 2012 06:29:54 +0530

The Multi Disciplinary Steering Committee of the sports ministry has approved the preparatory tournaments for Hockey Olympic qualifiers ahead of the upcoming London Games.

Squash: Joshna Chinappa wins Chennai Open title

Sat, 26 May 2012 06:05:42 +0530

Joshna Chinappa won her sixth title on the professional tour when she beat England's Sarah Jane Perry 9-11, 11-4, 11-8, 12-10, in the final of the Chennai Open squash tournament in Chennai on Saturday.

Anand held by Gelfand in tenth round

Thu, 24 May 2012 08:21:44 +0530

Defending champion Viswanathan Anand could not break the ice and settled for an easy draw against challenger Boris Gelfand in the tenth game of the World Chess Championship that concluded here on Thursday.

Doha, Baku out of running for 2020 Games

Thu, 24 May 2012 02:33:19 +0530

The chase to host the 2020 Summer Games was reduced to a three horse race between Istanbul, Madrid and Tokyo after Doha and the Azerbaijan capital Baku were dropped from the running by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Wednesday.

FIA have key role for F1 future: Mercedes boss

Thu, 24 May 2012 11:48:38 +0530

The future face of Formula One should be decided in the next few months with the sport's governing body yet to play what could be a key hand, Mercedes team principal Ross Brawn said on Wednesday.

Anand, Gelfand split points in World chess Round 9

Wed, 23 May 2012 10:39:07 +0530

Defending champion Viswanathan Anand was stretched a little by challenger Boris Gelfand of Israel but the Indian ace found his way to a draw in the ninth game of the World Chess Championship here on Wednesday.

Psychological advantage with Anand in World chess

Tue, 22 May 2012 05:07:48 +0530

Having bounced back with an emphatic victory in the previous round, Indian Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand holds a huge psychological advantage in the crucial remaining four games of the World Championship match against Israeli Boris Gelfand here.

Mary Kom to train with male boxers for Olympics

Mon, 21 May 2012 08:53:51 +0530

MC Mary Kom, India's sole woman boxer at the London Olympics, will train with her male counterparts in Patiala ahead of the summer extravaganza.

Anand strikes back to level in World chess

Mon, 21 May 2012 08:10:10 +0530

Defending champion Viswanathan Anand struck back with vengeance and scored the much-needed equaliser against Boris Gelfand in the eighth game of the World Chess Championship now underway here.

Anand shocked by Gelfand in seventh game

Sun, 20 May 2012 09:41:31 +0530

Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand suffered a jolt in his title defence as he lost to his Israeli challenger Boris Gelfand in the seventh game of the World Chess Championship in Moscow on Sunday.

Anand has lost motivation: Kasparov

Sat, 19 May 2012 01:38:45 +0530

Chess legend Garry Kasparov believes that reigning world champion Viswanathan Anand has lost motivation and the Indian, who is defending his title against Boris Gelfand right now, has been "sliding downhill" for the past few years.

Olympic flame arrives in Britain from Greece

Sat, 19 May 2012 01:09:31 +0530

David Beckham took center stage as the flame arrived in the United Kingdom from Greece on the eve of a 70-day relay.

Is IPL failing a credibility test?

Fri, 18 May 2012 11:08:58 +0530

The IPL has been dogged by controversies in recent days, be it the spot-fixing scandal, the Shah Rukh Khan brawl at the Wankhede or the Pomersbach arrest.

Happy to qualify for the Olympics: Mary Kom

Fri, 18 May 2012 08:45:41 +0530

Boxer Mary Kom is happy to have secured her berth to London despite losing in the World Championships quarter-finals, and is now aiming for a medal in the 2012 Olympics.

Sixth draw for Anand in World Chess Championship

Fri, 18 May 2012 08:05:27 +0530

Viswanathan Anand failed to break the deadlock yet again and had to settle for a draw against challenger Boris Gelfand in the sixth game of the World Chess Championship.

Mary Kom qualifies for London Olympics

Fri, 18 May 2012 04:59:16 +0530

Star Indian woman boxer MC Mary Kom (51kg) has qualified for the 2012 London Olympics.

Anand draws again in World Chess Championship

Thu, 17 May 2012 09:02:08 +0530

Victory continued to elude defending champion Viswanathan Anand as the Indian Grandmaster failed to break the deadlock yet again and had to settle for a draw against challenger Boris Gelfand of Israel in the fifth game of the World Chess Championship on Thursday.

Newsmaker of the day: Lalit Modi

Wed, 16 May 2012 11:16:59 +0530

Former IPL chief Lalit Modi insisted that there was no conflict of interest till he was there in the IPL.

Mary Kom's Olympics fate rests on Adams defeat

Wed, 16 May 2012 06:55:58 +0530

Indian woman boxer MC Mary Kom's Olympic ticket will be decided by fate now after she lost in the quarter-finals of the World Championships to world number two Nicola Adams on Wednesday.

Suspensions not enough, says Maken

Wed, 16 May 2012 05:15:28 +0530

The union sports minister has urged the BCCI to remove the root cause of match-fixing and find a solution in the larger interest of the game.

IPL sting: Is it just the tip of the iceberg?

Tue, 15 May 2012 11:55:45 +0530

The BCCI on Tuesday provisionally suspended the five uncapped Indian players allegedly involved in illegal betting activities.

Anand draws again in World Chess Championship

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:49:18 +0530

World champion Viswanthan Anand played his fourth draw in the World Chess Championship against Boris Gelfand of Israel as the deadlock continued in the prestigious contest, in Moscow on Tuesday.

Mary Kom's Olympic hopes intact after pre-QF win

Tue, 15 May 2012 05:31:32 +0530

Star Indian woman boxer MC Mary Kom (51kg) continued to make confident strides towards booking an Olympic berth by entering the World Championships' quarter-finals, but L Sarita Devi's fate hung in the balance after she lost a close last-16 bout in Qinhuangdao, China on Tuesday.

BCCI to look into IPL 5 spot-fixing claims

Tue, 15 May 2012 10:02:55 +0530

CNN-IBN cricket experts are happy with BCCI's move to investigate spot-fixing claims in IPL 5 on an urgent basis.

Anand plays out 3rd draw in World Chess C'ship

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:03:24 +0530

Indian Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand found himself in trouble before eking out a hard-fought draw against Boris Gelfand of Israel in a hotly-contested third round game of the World Chess Championship here on Monday.

Sarita upsets world champion in women's boxing

Mon, 14 May 2012 04:00:54 +0530

India's L Sarita Devi (60kg) stunned defending champion and world number 2 Gulsum Tatar of Turkey to enter the pre-quarterfinals of the seventh World Women's Boxing Championships in Qinhuangdao, China on Monday and inch closer to qualifying for the London Olympics.

Chess: Parimarjan Negi wins Asian championship

Sun, 13 May 2012 08:50:03 +0530

Grandmaster Parimarjan Negi has won the Asian continental chess championship despite losing to A R Saleh Salem of UAE in the final round that concluded in Ho Chi Minh City.

Om Prakash shatters shot put national record

Sun, 13 May 2012 06:44:59 +0530

Om Prakash Karhana shattered Shakti Singh's 12-year-old national record in shot put on his way to achieving London Olympics qualification 'A' standard.

Sarita Devi advances in world boxing

Sun, 13 May 2012 05:34:44 +0530

Asian Championship 2012 gold medallist Sarita Devi advanced to the next round in the 60 kg weight category by defeating Ayzanat Hajiyeva of Azerbaijan.

Anand draws second World Championship game

Sat, 12 May 2012 09:10:14 +0530

Defending champion Viswanathan Anand showcased fresh preparation as black and got an easy draw against rival Boris Gelfand in the second game of the World Chess Championship in Moscow.

Strong start by Mandakini, Neetu in World boxing

Sat, 12 May 2012 08:25:23 +0530

India's female boxers made a strong start in the World Championships here with Mandakini Chanu (57kg) and Neetu Chahal (69kg) cruising into the second round after convincing wins.

Sharath, Amalraj fail to qualify for Olympics

Sat, 12 May 2012 05:08:38 +0530

Achanta Sharath Kamal and national champion Anthony Amalraj failed to book a berth for the upcoming London Games after crashing out of the World Olympic Qualification Table Tennis Tournament in Doha.

Sharath, Amalraj and Poulomi enter main draw in TT

Sat, 12 May 2012 12:10:37 +0530

Top Indian paddler Achanta Sharath Kamal along with compatriots Anthony Amalraj and Poulomi Ghatak made the main draw of the World Olympic Qualification Championships, here on Friday.

Talking Point: Is this the end of the road for Ganguly?

Fri, 11 May 2012 11:50:28 +0530

Pune Warriors India captain Sourav Ganguly has been 'rested' for the IPL match against Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Anand-Gelfand first game ends in a draw

Fri, 11 May 2012 09:04:02 +0530

Defending champion Viswanathan Anand was held at bay by a solid defensive play by his challenger Boris Gelfand of Israel as the first game of the World Chess Championship ended in a tense draw here on Friday.

'Indian paddlers confident of Olympic berth'

Fri, 11 May 2012 07:16:23 +0530

With three of the four Indian paddlers already through to the next stage of the final World Olympic Qualification Tournament in Doha, national table tennis coach Bhawini Muhherji says his wards are "motivated enough" to make it to the Olympics.

India start well in TT World Olympic Qualifiers

Thu, 10 May 2012 08:12:48 +0530

India made a positive start to their campaign at the final World Olympic Qualification table tennis championships with as many as three out of the nation's four paddlers registering wins in their tournament openers in Doha on Thursday.

2012 Olympic torch lit in Ancient Olympia

Thu, 10 May 2012 03:26:29 +0530

The London 2012 Olympics torch was kindled by the sun's rays in ancient Olympia on Thursday, sparking a relay that will culminate with the lighting of the Olympic stadium's cauldron at the Games opening ceremony on July 27.

Anand all set to defend world chess title

Thu, 10 May 2012 08:56:53 +0530

Current world champion Viswanathan Anand of India will be up against Boris Gelfand of Israel in the World Chess Championship, starting in Moscow from Friday.

Sneak peek: 'Ganguly' the movie

Wed, 09 May 2012 09:15:29 +0530

Catch a preview of 'Ganguly' the movie, which would see former captain Sourav Ganguly make his debut on the celluloid.

I will go for gold in Olympics: Sushil Kumar

Wed, 09 May 2012 08:16:26 +0530

He might have qualified after two missed opportunities but Beijing Olympics bronze medallist Sushil Kumar on Wednesday said that his confidence never wavered during the rough phase and the grappler is now eyeing a gold in the London Games.

Indian archers win silver in World Cup

Sun, 06 May 2012 09:53:17 +0530

The Indian men's recurve team of Jayanta Talukdar, Tarundeep Rai and Rahul Banerjee settled for a silver after going down to their opponents from Great Britain in the Archery World Cup Stage II in Antalya.

Indian women bag Asian Squash title

Sat, 05 May 2012 11:53:24 +0530

Indian women created history by winning their maiden title as they beat Hong Kong 2-0 in the final of the Asian Team Squash championship here on Saturday. India, however, went down 0-2 to Pakistan in the men's final.

Archery: Deepika Kumari wins 1st World Cup title

Sat, 05 May 2012 08:33:45 +0530

India's Olympic prospect Deepika Kumari won her first World Cup individual recurve gold medal in archery on Saturday at Antalya, Turkey. She beat Korea's Lee Sung Jin by six set points to four in the final of the Stage 2 of the championship.

Indian teams make Asian Squash finals

Sat, 05 May 2012 04:36:05 +0530

For the first time in the history of the Asian Squash Championships, India made the men's and women's finals here on Friday.

Discus thrower Poonia gets silver in US event

Sat, 05 May 2012 01:26:51 +0530

Indian discus thrower Krishna Poonia came up with her season's best effort of 63.67 meters to notch up a silver medal at the Altius Track Crew Throwdown Meet on Friday.

World Cup archery: Indian recurve team in final

Fri, 04 May 2012 08:30:58 +0530

The Indian men's recurve team of Rahul Banerjee, Jayanta Talukdar and Tarundeep Rai sailed into the final of the team event of the World Cup archery Stage 2 at Antalya in Turkey on Friday.

Deepika enters individual recurve World Cup final

Fri, 04 May 2012 10:53:16 +0530

Promising Indian archer Deepika Kumari has made the final of the women's recurve individual event of the World Cup Stage 2 at Antalya. She will play Korea's Lee Sung Jin in the summit clash on Saturday.

Australians reach out through sport

Fri, 04 May 2012 10:00:16 +0530

The Australian sports ministry in an outreach programme is encouraging deprived children to come out and play.

Ravi, Chanu awarded Olympic weightlifting quota

Thu, 03 May 2012 09:20:22 +0530

Commonwealth Games gold medallist Katulu Ravi Kumar and N Soniya Chanu were today selected to represent India in the weightlifting competition in the London Olympics.

Shiva, Vikas make winning starts in Kazakh event

Thu, 03 May 2012 12:05:12 +0530

Olympic-bound Indian boxers Shiva Thapa and Vikas Krishan started their build-up for the mega-event on a winning note by entering the second round of the third International Republic of Kazakhstan President's Cup in Almaty.

Six cities in world to host 'Evening with Sachin'

Wed, 02 May 2012 03:55:12 +0530

A select few fans will get to spend an evening with iconic Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar when he embarks on a worldwide, six-city tour over the next three years as part of FidelisWorld 'Celebration Series'.

Three Indian rowers qualify for Olympics

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 09:02:06 +0530

India's Swarn Singh Virk along with Manjeet Singh and Sandeep Kumar won their individual events at the Asian Olympic qualifiers and booked their berths for the London Olympics.

Aditya beats Advani to win Asian Snooker title

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 01:00:21 +0530

Aditya Mehta stunned fancied compatriot Pankaj Advani to become only the third Indian ever to clinch the Asian Snooker Championships in Dohan on Sunday.

Monika finishes sixth in Asian Weightlifting

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 12:22:16 +0530

2010 Commonwealth Games broze medalist Monika Devi was the best-placed Indian so far at the ongoing Senior Asian Weightlifting Championships with a sixth-placed finish, but an Olympic quota remains elusive for the country.

Sushil finally qualifies for London Olympics

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 07:20:40 +0530

Former world champion and Beijing Olympics bronze medalist wrestler, Sushil Kumar finally managed to seal his London Olympics berth after winning the 66kg freestyle title at the World Qualifying Tournament in Taiyuan, China on Friday.

Rajdeep Sardesai on Tendulkar as MP

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 05:49:43 +0530

In his latest video blog Directly Rajdeep Sardesai (DRS), the IBN18 Editor-in-Chief talks about Sachin Tendulkar's decision to accept Rajya Sabha nomination.

Red Bull X-Fighters show thrills Dubai

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 05:22:51 +0530

CNN-IBN brings you the thrills and frills of the Red Bull X-Fighters show in Dubai.

India's Soniya bags bronze in Asian Weightlifting

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 07:58:12 +0530

N Soniya Chanu bagged a bronze in women's 48 kg category to open India's medal account on the opening day of the Senior Asian Weightlifting Championships at Pyeongtaek, South Korea, on Tuesday.

Oldest marathoner Fauja Singh hangs up his boots

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:10:15 +0530

The Guiness Book of World Records has refused to list the 101-year-old as the oldest marathon runner as he does not have a birth certificate to prove his age.

Nobody is forced to play IPL: Rajiv Shukla

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 10:14:53 +0530

One of the cricket controversies has been of players playing with injuries, because of the big money at stake in the IPL.

Shukla dismisses Dhoni injury reports

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 05:55:09 +0530

IPL chairman Rajeev Shukla rejects reports that India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni is playing in the high-profile tournament despite being injured.

TT: Sharath Kamal misses Olympic berth

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 04:41:18 +0530

Soumyajit Ghosh and Ankita Das booked their London Olympics berths on Sunday in the Asian Olympic Qualification Table Tennis Tournament in Hong Kong, but it was heartbreak for top paddler Achanta Sharath Kamal.

Sharath still with chance to get London berth

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 10:51:55 +0530

Indian ace Achanta Sharath Kamal failed to seal the fifth Olympic qualifying spot at the Asian qualification table tennis tournament in Hong Kong on Saturday, but he still has a chance to get a London Games berth.

Sharath misses out on TT Olympic berth

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 11:37:22 +0530

Indian ace Achanta Sharath Kamal failed to seal the fifth Olympic qualifying spot at the Asian Qualification Table Tennis tournament in Hong Kong on Saturday but he still has a chance for a London Games berth.

2012 London Olympics: Indian boxing contigent raring to go

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:40:54 +0530

There are only hundred more days to go for the 2012 London Olympics and the Indian boxing contingent is upbeat about their chances of winning medals for the country.

New illegal drugs available ahead of Olympics

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 11:31:47 +0530

German researcher Mario Thevis referred to "80, 90, 100" new performance-enhancing drugs for which no tests yet exist.

Man behind young Indian boxers' success ignored

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 07:24:21 +0530

The Olympic-bound trio of young Indian boxers spent their formative years under his guidance but national youth coach G Manoharan remains an unsung hero.

Poor start by Olympic hopefuls in archery

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 07:11:26 +0530

It was a none-too-impressive beginning to the Olympic calendar year for Indian archers as they finished with a solitary silver medal in the World Cup Stage I, which concluded in Shanghai on Sunday.

Vijender ready to mentor Olympic medal hopefuls

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 05:50:19 +0530

The "burden" of qualification off his back, star Indian boxer Vijender Singh is now gearing up to shoulder a fresh burden - the one of heightened expectations - when he appears in his third successive Olympic Games come July. The 26-year-old Olympic and World Championship bronze-medalist, who returned to the country on Saturday after bagging a London berth during the recently-concluded Asian Qualifiers in Kazakhstan, said he is relieved to have gotten rid of some pressure.

Prospect of national anthem spurred me on: Shiva

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 05:43:24 +0530

Just being in the final was enough to fetch him an Olympic berth at the Asian Qualifiers but teen Indian boxer Shiva Thapa (56kg) Saturday said his target was never just the London ticket as he was eager to hear the national anthem during the medal ceremony - played only for the gold-medallists.

Women recurve team in Archery World Cup final

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 07:19:11 +0530

India's women recurve team, comprising Deepika Kumari, Laishram Bombayla Devi and Chekrovolu Swuro, set up a gold medal clash against the Korean heavyweights at the Archery World Cup Stage I in Shanghai on Friday.

Shiva, Sumit win boxing gold at Asian qualifiers

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 05:01:58 +0530

Shiva (56kg), who is the youngest Indian boxer to qualify for the Olympics, defeated Syria's Wessam Salamana 18-11 to clinch his second successive senior international gold medal.

Cricketainment: Chopra sure of Yuvraj return

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 09:11:25 +0530

CNN-IBN's cricket experts discuss the possibility of Yuvraj Singh's return to the cricket field.

It will take time for me to return: Yuvraj

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 05:08:16 +0530

Addressing a press conference, Yuvraj Singh said he wants to come back soon, but now his focus is entirely on his health.

Seven Indian boxers qualify for London Olympics

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 04:20:36 +0530

Sumit Sangwan became the seventh Indian boxer to qualify for the London Olympics when he beat the 2009 Asian Championship bronze medallist Ihab Almatdault from Jordan 24-12 in the last-four stage of the Asian Qualifiers in Astana, Kazakhstan.

Should Harbhajan be suspended from the IPL?

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 11:23:49 +0530

Harbhajan Singh picked an argument with the on-field umpires during Mumbai Indians' match against Deccan Chargers.

Indian boxers gear up for Asian Qualifiers semis

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 03:14:23 +0530

A pat on the back by none other than International Boxing Association president Ching Kuo Wu came as a shot in the arm as five Indian boxers geared up for the Asian Olympic Qualifiers semi-finals in Astana, Kazakhstan on Wednesday.

Can Yuvraj be the next Lance Armstrong?

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 12:02:37 +0530

India's World Cup hero Yuvraj Singh returned home on Sunday after cancer treatment in the US.

Watch: Yuvraj defies cancer to return home

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 06:09:25 +0530

Three months after treatment for a rare cancer in the US, India's World Cup hero Yuvraj Singh is back.

Shiva reaches Olympic qualifiers boxing semis

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 04:58:39 +0530

Teen Indian boxer Shiva Thapa Monday stunned former Olympic silver-medallist Worapoj Petchkoom 16-10 to enter the semi-finals of the Asian Olympic Qualifiers in Astana (Kazakhstan) and is now just one win away from booking a berth for the London Games.

Yuvraj back home after cancer treatment

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 11:01:26 +0530

Yuvraj Singh after receiving treatment for cancer in USA, landed in Delhi accompanied by his mother.

Pankaj Advani wins Asian Billiards Championship

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 10:00:33 +0530

Six-time world champion Pankaj Advani clinched the 11th Asian Billiards Championship title after defeating Thawat Sujaritthurakarn of Thailand in the final on Sunday.

Vijender qualifies for London Olympics

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 04:18:40 +0530

Vijender Singh (75kg) became the first Indian boxer to qualify for the Olympic Games for a third successive time after reaching the semifinals of the Asian Olympic Qualifiers in Astana, Kazakhstan on Sunday.

Shiva advances, Suranjoy exits Olympic qualifiers

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 12:04:01 +0530

Teen sensation Shiva Thapa (56kg) inched closer to Olympic qualification but the London dream ended for Commonwealth Games gold-medallist Suranjoy Singh (52kg) who lost in the second round of the Asian Olympic Boxing Qualifiers in Astana, Kazakhstan on Saturday.

Arjun Vajpai set to climb two peaks in China

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:10:05 +0530

Young mountaineer Arjun Vajpai, who climbed Mount Everest at the age of 16, is all set to climb Mt Cho Oyu (8201m) and Mt Shishapangma (8013m) in China this summer.

Vijender expects more joy in London ring

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 06:51:43 +0530

Vijender Singh dismissed talk of pressure and explained why it was imperative to do well at the London Olympics.

Vijender, Manpreet in Asian Olympic quarters

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 05:14:22 +0530

Vijender Singh stood just one win away from securing a berth in the London Games after clinching his pre-quarterfinal bout.

Suranjoy, Sumit win Asian qualifying openers

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 12:30:19 +0530

Commonwealth Games gold medalist Suranjoy Singh (52 kg) and promising teenager Sumit Sangwan (81 kg) won their opening-round bouts in the Asian Olympic Qualifying boxing event on Thursday.

Amir anti-corruption video a warning to youngsters in IPL

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 10:31:13 +0530

Banned Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Amir has appeared in an official video from the Anti-Corruption and Security Unit (ACSU) of the ICC, warning players of the dangers of corruption, which will be also be used by the Indian Premier League in the ongoing fifth season.

New skipper Harbhajan and Ganguly set for match-up

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 10:02:11 +0530

Mumbai Indians take on Pune Warriors in an IPL 5 match in Mumbai on Friday, with Harbhajan Singh leading the hosts and Sourav Ganguly taking charge of Pune in the absence of Yuvraj Singh.

Testing time for Sushil's new technique: Coach

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 03:58:26 +0530

Top Indian wrestler Sushil Kumar's coach Yashvir Singh feels it is still too early ring alarm bells over the grappler's form, and hopes the 2008 Beijing Games bronze medalist's newly-adopted technique will come good in the remaining two qualifying events for the London Olympics.

IPL 5: Chennai Super Kings have lot of options

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 10:33:19 +0530

The CNN-IBN experts discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the nine teams playing in the fifth edition of IPL.

Make-or-break season for IPL?

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 10:04:03 +0530

The CNN-IBN experts Sanjay Manjrekar, Harsha Bhogle and Aakash Chopra feel that IPL 5 will be a big indication whether the tournament is catching people's imagination.

DRS: Cherish India's World Cup win

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 04:30:01 +0530

In his video blog, Directly Rajdeep Sardesai, the CNN-IBN editor-in-chief urges fans to remember April 2, 2011.

Indian men and women finish 27th at World TT

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 02:51:27 +0530

India finished 27th in the men's and women's category at the World Team Table Tennis Championships in Germany.

Vijender calm before final shot at qualification

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:41:46 +0530

The Asian Olympic Qualifiers are his last chance to book a ticket to the London Games, but star Indian boxer Vijender Singh claims he is not the least bit intimidated by the challenge at hand as the situation is all too familiar.

India's woman wrestler makes Olympics cut

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 06:31:57 +0530

Geeta on Sunday created history by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to have qualified for the London Olympics after she reached the final of the Asian qualifying event in Astana, Kazakhstan.

Sharath, Mouma help India move ahead in World TT

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 02:09:43 +0530

India's top paddler Achanta Sharath Kamal won both his singles, which proved crucial as India defeated England 3-1 in the World Table Tennis Championships here this Friday.

American football eyes Indian market

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 01:51:27 +0530

Bollywood beware. American football is bringing a hint of Hollywood and some star-spangled celebrities and former players to India to battle for a share of attention in this cricket-crazy country of 1.2 billion.

Archer Nisha Rani sells archery equipment for poverty

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 08:08:15 +0530

Abject poverty has forced an international gold medal winning archer in Jhrakhand to sell off her world-class archery equipment for money. The Archer Nisha Rani Dutta says she can't afford a sport that can't even provide economic sustenance for her.

Wrestlers Amit, Yogeshwar get Olympic berths

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 07:08:13 +0530

Amit Kumar (55kg) and Yogeshwar Dutt (60kg) became the first set of Indian wrestlers to book their London Olympics berths by clinching a gold and silver medal respectively at the Asian Qualifying Tournament on Friday, even as the fancied Sushil Kumar (66kg) failed to make the cut in Astana, Kazakhstan.

Irfan Pathan targets improvement

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 04:48:41 +0530

After making a comeback to the Indian team, Irfan Pathan is keen to make an impact for Delhi Daredevils in the IPL.

Indian paddlers enter second stage in World TT

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 10:08:38 +0530

The Indian paddlers, both in men and women's sections, made it to the second stage of the World Table Tennis Championships, in Dortmund, on Wednesday.

Sachin Tendulkar felicitated by Ambanis, Bollywood

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 09:04:56 +0530

Mukesh and Nita Ambani hosted a lavish party to celebrate Sachin Tendulkar's hundred hundreds and the party was attended by the who's who of the Bollywood.

BCCI, team-mates thank Rahul Dravid

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 11:21:28 +0530

Indian cricket fraternity came together to raise a toast for Rahul Dravid, who retired recently.

Modi to pay 90,000 pounds in damages to Cairns

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 04:51:19 +0530

Former IPL Chairman, Lalit Modi had alleged that Chris Cairns fixed matches in the now defunct Indian Cricket League.

Mary Kom, Sarita do India proud

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 02:55:28 +0530

Away from the limelight that cricketers receive and the hullaballoo over Sachin Tendulkar's press conference in Mumbai on Sunday, a contingent of Indian athletes over the weekend did the country proud.

Dravid, Ganguly on India and Kohli

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 09:58:29 +0530

At the MCC all stars XI match in Dubai, Dravid and Ganguly shared their insights on retirement and also talked about talented Kohli.

Tendulkar's fascinating memorabilia up for grabs

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 09:42:29 +0530

Hamilton Bland who has put together memorabilia for greats like Pele has compiled a special set for Sachin.

Asian Boxing: Mary Kom wins gold, India finish 2nd

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 04:52:01 +0530

Five-time world champion MC Mary Kom and L Sarita Devi on Sunday clinched gold medals in the 6th Asian Boxing Championships in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, helping India finish a creditable second in the overall standings.

Don't tell me when to retire: Tendulkar

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 03:19:06 +0530

Sachin Tendulkar takes a dig at his critics, saying he doesn't want to be advised on his retirement.

Boxer Shiva settles for silver at Czech GP

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 01:16:28 +0530

A warning in the closing few seconds cost Shiva Thapa (56kg) dearly as the Indian boxer settled for a silver medal after going down narrowly in the final of the 43rd men's and women's Grand Prix in Usti nad Labem, Czech Republic.

Asian Boxing: Mary Kom, five others enter finals

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 10:22:12 +0530

India's women pugilists created history with as many as six of them making it to the title round in various categories, at the 6th Asian Women Boxing Championship at Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.

Tendulkar dedicates 100th ton to brother Ajit

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 10:02:15 +0530

At CNN-IBN's Real Heroes awards ceremony in Mumbai on Saturday, Sachin Tendulkar dedicated his historic ton to his elder brother, Ajit.

Boxing: Shiva in finals, Vikas settles for bronze

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 02:28:33 +0530

Shiva Thapa (56kg) was the lone Indian boxer to make the final after Olympic-bound Vikas Krishan (69kg) settled for a bronze medal following his loss in the semifinal of the 43rd men's and women's Grand Prix in Usti nad Labem, Czech Republic.

Shahid Afridi involved in airport scuffle

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 10:17:38 +0530

The Pakistan allrounder lost his temper as his little daughter, who was with him, was pushed around by fans clamouring to get his autograph.

DRS: Bangladesh have embraced cricket

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 08:27:39 +0530

Directly Rajdeep Sardesai: The IBN18 Editor-in-Chief feels Bangladesh have finally arrived in cricket.

Vikas, Shiva enter Czech Grand Prix semi-final

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 01:22:34 +0530

Vikas Krishan (69kg) and Shiva Thapa (56kg) assured India of at least two bronze medals at the 43rd men's and women's Boxing Grand Prix.

Virat is great for India: Srikkanth

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 10:29:13 +0530

Talking to CNN-IBN, chairman of selectors said that Kohli has been a real find and it's a great sign for cricket.

Asian Boxing: Record 8 Indian women in semis

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 07:53:03 +0530

Continuing their excellent run, a record number of eight Indian women boxers made it to the semi-finals of the 6th Asian Women Boxing Championships in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.

Zero-tolerance to corruption: Mani tells ICC

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 04:23:29 +0530

Ex-ICC chief talking to CNN-IBN, urged the international cricket body to have more transparency.

Asian Boxing: Three Indian women in semi-finals

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 12:16:39 +0530

Indian women pugilists Pinki Jangra, Sonia Lather and Sarita Devi secured semi-final berths in their respective categories at the Asian Women Boxing Championships at Ulaanbaatar in Mongolia on Wednesday.

'Never thought of pulling out of Olympics'

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 07:17:19 +0530

Union Sports Minister Ajay Maken on Wednesday said his Ministry had never thought of pulling Indian athletes out of the 2012 London Olympics over Dow Chemicals' sponsorship of the Games.

TT Olympic qualifiers: Sharath to lead India

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 06:54:38 +0530

Ace paddlers Achanta Sharath Kamal and Poulumi Ghatak will lead a six-member Indian team in the Olympics qualification tournament to be held in Hong Kong from April 19 to 22.

Asian Championship: Mary Kom makes a winning start

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 05:22:16 +0530

India's five-time world champion boxer M.C. Mary Kom began her campaign in the Asian Women's Championship at Ulaanbaatar on Tuesday, defeating Thailand's Asian Games gold medallist Laopeam Peamwilai 6:4 in the second round.

Expected the 100 earlier: Tendulkar

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 09:36:24 +0530

Sachin Tendulkar talking to CNN-IBN said that the commitment was always there and he is proud of his efforts.

Virat loves challenges, says coach

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 08:51:58 +0530

Talking to CNN-IBN, Virat Kohli's childhood coach Raj Kumar Sharma said that he is in best form of his life.

Indian pugilists head to Czech Republic

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 12:52:47 +0530

The tournament, organised by the Czech Boxing Association, will witness over 130 boxers.

Team India unhappy with Ajmal's action

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 07:39:52 +0530

Members of the Indian cricket team raised questions about the doosra bowled by Pakistan spinner Saeed Ajmal, during the Asia Cup clash between the two teams.

Always special to beat Pakistan: Kohli

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 08:56:34 +0530

Virat Kohli talks to CNN-IBN after his match-winning knock against Pakistan in the Asia Cup.

Old rivals resume hostilities

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 11:10:58 +0530

India take on Pakistan since the World Cup semifinal. But in this Asia Cup match, Pakistan have an edge.

Sachin's 100th ton: Greatest feat in world sport?

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 12:08:59 +0530

CNN-IBN's panel of cricket experts talks about the most-awaited milestone achieved by Sachin Tendulkar.

Sachin Tendulkar scores 100th international ton

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 11:31:32 +0530

CNN-IBN Editor-in-Chief Rajdeep Sardesai talks to cricket greats after Sachin Tendulkar reached the milestone on Friday.

No talk of Indian boycott of London Games: IOC

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 10:59:43 +0530

A boycott of the London Games because of Dow Chemical's sponsorship has not been mentioned by the Indian Olympic Association, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) said on Wednesday.

TT federation to sign MoU with Kumble's Tenvic

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 02:39:47 +0530

The Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) is all set to sign an MoU with former India cricket captain Anil Kumble's Tenvic for the coaching of its wards in the upcoming AGM to be held here on March 18.

Baljinder wins Olympic quota, Gurmeet wins silver

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 05:35:26 +0530

Punjab athlete Baljinder Singh has earned a berth for the London Olympics after finishing fifth in the Asian 20km Race Walking Championships, with a timing of 1:22:12.

Ex-Olympians expect good Indian show in London

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 09:08:37 +0530

Former Olympians gathered at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on Sunday to wish the Indian contingent good luck ahead of the Games in July in London.

Superbike World Championship set to enter India

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 06:11:39 +0530

A year from now, the Hondas and the Ducatis will be scorching the Buddh International Circuit (BIC) with the Superbike World Championship (WSBK) getting ready to enter India.

The great Wall of India retires

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 10:42:06 +0530

CNN-IBN's panel of experts pay rich tributes to Rahul Dravid who brought his glittering career to a close on Friday.

DRS: Dravid was a rock, not a wall

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 08:15:32 +0530

Dravid revived the art of Indian batting and took it to new levels, says Rajdeep Sardesai.

Dravid has taken the right decision: Kumble

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 04:54:31 +0530

Talking exclusively to CNN-IBN, Anil Kumble shares his views on Rahul Dravid's decision to retire from Test cricket.

Proud to be part of a great team: Dravid

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 02:15:02 +0530

India's greatest No.3 batsman Rahul Dravid announced his retirement from international and domestic cricket in Bangalore on Friday, bringing an end to a 16-year career.

MC Mary Kom: Boxer, mother, icon

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 09:43:25 +0530

'Magnificent Mary's' rise from a humble village to become India's most successful and well-known female boxer in a largely male-dominated sport is awe-inspiring.

India clinch women's Kabaddi World Cup title

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 08:44:36 +0530

India clinched the first women's Kabaddi World Cup championship title, defeating Iran 25-19 in the final played at Patlipura sports complex at Kankerbagh here on Sunday.

Mumbai upset Baku to win home leg of WSB quarters

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 11:55:33 +0530

Underdogs Mumbai Fighters rallied back twice to cause a huge upset as they handed over the unbeaten Baku Fires their first defeat of the season to gain an upper hand in the first leg of the World Series Boxing quarter-final match on Friday.

Mary Kom leads Indian challenge in Asian Ch'ship

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 07:21:44 +0530

Five-time world champion MC Mary Kom will spearhead the Indian challenge in the Asian Confederation Women's Boxing Championship in Ulan Bator from March 16-26.

Newsmaker of the Day: Kris Srikkanth

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 12:10:56 +0530

The chief BCCI selector found himself cornered after he said V Sehwag has been rested, not dropped, for the Asia Cup.

Gentleman's game turns ugly in Udaipur

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 08:40:32 +0530

A fight broke out between the Rajasthan players during a Corporate Twenty20 cricket match in Udaipur on Tuesday.

Sehwag rested, not dropped: Srikkanth

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 06:56:45 +0530

Speaking to CNN-IBN, chairman of selectors Kris Srikkanth clarified that Sehwag has not been dropped.

'We have selected the best team possible'

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 04:31:48 +0530

Harsha Bhogle comments on the announcement of the Indian squad for the Asia Cup, by chairman of selectors Krish Srikkanth.

Should fans show more faith in the Indian cricket team?

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 10:57:26 +0530

Following India's breathtaking win over Sri Lanka, the question comes up that are we too quick to criticise the team?

'Seniors should be rested for Asia Cup'

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:54:14 +0530

CNN-IBN cricket expert Harsha Bhogle wants the senior players in the Indian team rested for the upcoming Asia Cup.

'Virat got a breathtaking career ahead'

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 05:51:47 +0530

CNN-IBN cricket expert Harsha Bhogle says Virat Kohli has a promising future ahead of him.

Vijender, Samota included for Astana meet

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 02:50:01 +0530

The Asian Continental Olympic Boxing Qualification tournament will be held from April 5-12.

Delhi Daredevils 'superfans' to inspire revival

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 10:14:26 +0530

Having finished at the bottom in last year's IPL, Delhi Daredevils are hoping their new signings and their 'superfans' can help them do better in season five.

India virtually out of tri-series

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 10:51:22 +0530

Former cricketer and expert Maninder Singh feels umpires were right in both the controversial run-out decisions.

Only Tendulkar can decide for himself: Bedi

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 08:29:57 +0530

Former captain of the Indian cricket team, Bishan Singh Bedi, feels that media as well former cricketers are pigmies in comparison with batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar, and the only person who can sit in judgment for him is Tendulkar himself.

Dhoni has lost his Midas touch: Bishan Singh Bedi

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 08:59:55 +0530

It was a day of candid revelations on Saturday as former captain of the Indian cricket team, Bishan Singh Bedi spoke his mind and said it was time for both Mahendra Singh Dhoni and maestro Sachin Tendulkar to have a relook at their career graph. Speaking to Karan Thapar on Devil's Advocate, Bedi said that it was time for the Indian test cricket to get a new captain. Here are excerpts from the interview:

Dhoni denies rift with Sehwag

Sat, 25 Feb 2012 10:06:29 +0530

India skipper MS Dhoni clarified there is no rift between him and Virender Sehwag, putting an end to the last few tumultuous days in the Indian cricket.

All is not well with Sehwag, Dhoni

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:47:11 +0530

MS Dhoni and Virender Sehwag give their respective views on fielding and other issues concerning Team India.

Has time run out for Sachin and Sehwag in ODIs?

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:49:07 +0530

After a disappointing run on the Australia tour, the spotlight is on the continuing poor form of 'seniors' Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag.

A rift in the side quite visible: Maninder

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 09:27:16 +0530

"The way Sehwag retorted to Dhoni's jibe over the rotation policy, clearly indicates the rift in the side," says Maninder Singh.

'Ponting believes his ODI career is over'

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 09:53:47 +0530

Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting does not expect to be picked again for Australia's ODI team.

Ponting's ODI career over: Harsha Bhogle

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:58:30 +0530

The well-known cricket commentator believes that it's time for Ricky Ponting to call it quits.

Give younger players more exposure: Harsha

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:49:34 +0530

CNN-IBN cricket expert Harsha Bhogle seconds MS Dhoni's opinion of giving more chances to the young players of the side.

Chauhan, Jignas put India on top in Asian Archery

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 09:44:17 +0530

The men's compound trio of Rajat Chauhan, Ritul Chatterjee and Chittibomma Jignas ensured India another gold medal after the fancied recurve archers flopped in the first Asian Grand Prix that concluded in Bangkok on Sunday.

India win 3 gold at Asian Grand Prix archery

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 11:07:22 +0530

India clinched three gold, three silver and one bronze medal at the ongoing first Asian Grand Prix Archery tournament in Bangkok on Saturday.

Mumbai Fighters lose 1-4 against Astana Arlans

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 03:01:39 +0530

It was not an outing to remember for the Venky's Mumbai Fighters as they lost 1-4 to Astana Arlans in their last group A match of the World Series Boxing Season 2011-12 in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

India win gold in Asian Grand Prix archery

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 01:52:44 +0530

India made a rich haul of one gold, three silver and a bronze medal in the individual section of the first Asian Grand Prix archery tournament.

Seven Indians enter semis at Asian GP archery

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 09:40:37 +0530

Seven Indian archers on Friday entered the individual semifinals of different categories at the first Asian Grand Prix in Bangkok.

Is the Sahara-BCCI truce good for Indian cricket and IPL?

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 11:40:08 +0530

The two parties have resolved their differences with Sahara Group set to remain involved with Team India and the Pune IPL team.

Indian archers enter Asian Grand Prix QFs

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 09:32:43 +0530

Olympic-bound women's recurve trio of Deepika Kumari, Laishram Bombayla Devi and Chekrovolu Swuro helped India top the qualification round to sail into the quarterfinals of Asian Grand Prix in Bangkok on Thursday.

Pleased with the final outcome: Murali Kartik

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 09:16:34 +0530

Kartik, who played for the Pune Warriors in IPL-4, says the truce between the BCCI and Sahara Group is a good news for the players.

Sahara issue amicably resolved, says BCCI

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 09:05:53 +0530

BCCI vice-president and IPL Chief Rajiv Shukla expressed his satisfaction as the confrontation between the Board and Sahara Group ended.

Dow not responsible for Bhopal gas tragedy: IOC

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 01:51:27 +0530

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has appreciated Indian Olympic Association's (IOA) concern for the victims of 1984 Bhopal Tragedy but maintained that Dow Chemicals had no ownership stakes in Union Carbide till 2000.

'Dhoni is a great finisher of the game'

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 12:36:12 +0530

Cricket expert Maninder Singh discusses the tied game between India and Sri Lanka at Adelaide.

Devendro tempers aggression for gold dreams

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 03:26:40 +0530

Devendro is one of four boxers from India who have qualified for London while a couple of others, including Beijing bronze medallist Vijender Singh (75-kg).

Ghosal wins Windy City squash title

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 11:03:29 +0530

Saurav Ghosal beat Pakistan's Yasir Butt 11-8, 15-13, 10-12 11-5 in the finals.

It's double trouble for Sahara India, BCCI

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 06:54:29 +0530

Not of the three demands of Sahara India: 27 percent cut in franchise fees, an open auction pool and five foreign players in the team were met by the BCCI.

BCCI refuses to give in to Sahara

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 04:27:56 +0530

The BCCI has put the ball in the Sahara Group's court, saying no exception would be made for them, while reiterating that Pune Warriors would be allowed to seek a replacement for Yuvraj Singh within the rules.

'Expect 2 more boxers to qualify for Olympics'

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 01:48:20 +0530

India's long-serving boxing coach Gurbax Singh Sandhu expects two more of his wards to make the cut for London Olympics from the Asian qualifying event in April after four of them booked their berths in last year's World Championships.

BCCI hopeful ahead of Sahara meeting

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 09:40:49 +0530

BCCI president N Srinivasan hopes their differences with Sahara will be sorted out in Sunday's meeting. Earlier this week, Sahara ended its sponsorship deal with the cricket board.

Mumbai enter WSB quarters after LA walkover

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 11:24:41 +0530

Mumbai Fighters gained a quarter-final berth in the World Series Boxing (WSB) after getting a walkover from Los Angeles Matadors in their last Group A league fight.

Are Pakistan really better than India in cricket?

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:43:37 +0530

In his video blog Directly Rajdeep Sardesai, the CNN-IBN Editor-in-Chief says the jury is still out on who's better.

Visiting Bradman's hometown

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:37:15 +0530

CNN-IBN's sports correspondent Meha Bhardwaj visits Bowral, a small town in the New South Wales, where Bradman started playing cricket.

CNN-IBN exposed rigged IPL auctions in 2010

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:30:11 +0530

Former chairman Lalit Modi Tuesday admitted of IPL auction rigging. But CNN-IBN was the first to report it in 2010.

Sahara accuses BCCI of unfair treatment

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:58:47 +0530

Sahara chief Subrata Roy is, however, still hopeful of an amicable solution after snapping all ties with the BCCI.

Contador banned, stripped of 2010 Tour title

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:40:06 +0530

Three days after US prosecutors dropped their investigation of doping claims against Lance Armstrong, fellow Tour de France champion Alberto Contador was stripped of his 2010 title and banned for two years when sports' highest court rejected the Spanish cyclist's story that contaminated meat caused him to fail a drug test.

Newsmaker of the day: N Srinivasan

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:27:58 +0530

BCCI president N Srinivasan is hopeful of resolving all issues with Sahara India through dialogue, after the latter backed out of sponsorship of Team India and the Pune Warriors on Saturday.

Yuvraj diagnosed with 'mediastinal' cancer

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:32:43 +0530

The malignant tumor is in the space between Yuvraj Singh's lungs, which is known as the mediastinum.

Athletes who beat cancer against all odds

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:51:13 +0530

Yuvraj Singh can seek inspiration from a host of athletes who have battled cancer to return to the sports arena.

'Boxing will get bigger after London Olympics'

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 04:01:09 +0530

Star Indian pugilist Vijender Singh expects boxing to get bigger in the country after the London Olympics as he feels men in the ring will deliver more than one medal in the quadrennial extravaganza this July.

Yuvraj Singh diagnosed with grade 1 cancer

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 02:46:34 +0530

Dr Sameer Kaul of Apollo hospital says that Yuvraj Singh needs to undergo three cycles of chemotherapy.

IPL CEO calls auction a big success

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 09:18:00 +0530

IPL CEO Sundar Raman is happy with the way the auction for the fifth edition panned out in Bangalore on Saturday.

India's fielding was exceptional: Maninder

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:03:03 +0530

The former player and now CNN-IBN's cricket expert analyses India's T20 victory and Saturday's IPL auction.

Pallikal moves up to 14th in world rankings

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:18:19 +0530

India's top squash player Dipika Pallikal has moved a place up to be 14th in the women's world rankings.

Rs. 3.57 cr spent on Indian boxers for Olympics

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 01:10:32 +0530

The sport ministry has spent an amount of Rs 3.57 crore on the training and foreign exposure of Indian boxers under 'Operation Excellence' for London Olympics 2012.

India's winless streak in Australia continues

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:22:25 +0530

CNN-IBN cricket expert Maninder Singh analyses another disappointing display by the Indian team. This time in Twenty20.

Inaugural season of i1 Super Series called off

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 07:32:16 +0530

The inaugural season of the much-hyped motor racing event i1 Super Series, which has cricketer Sachin Tendulkar as a stakeholder and actor Shah Rukh Khan as one of the co-owners of a team, has been cancelled due to non-availability of drivers.

'Dressing room atmosphere is quite different'

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:24:35 +0530

India captain MS Dhoni looks ahead to the upcoming Twenty20 games against Australia.

Tendulkar should have retired after World Cup: Imran

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:34:31 +0530

Former captain of Pakistan, Imran Khan feels that Sachin Tendulkar should have retired after India won the 2011 World Cup.

Newsmaker of the day: Imran Khan

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:39:26 +0530

Former captain of Pakistan, Imran Khan said that the best time for Sachin Tendulkar to retire was after winning the 2011 World Cup.

TT champion incurs fine with bizarre celebration

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 03:37:50 +0530

A wild, top-of-the-table celebration is set to cost the new table tennis champion A. Amalraj a quarter of his winner's purse, the national federation has said in a statement.

Archer Deepika working hard for Olympics

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 11:38:02 +0530

Unhappy with her current form, the country's top archer Deepika Kumari said she is working hard to get her touch back to be India's medal prospect at the forthcoming London Olympic Games.

Time has come to groom youngsters: Pawar

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 04:33:21 +0530

Following India's whitewash by Australia, ICC president Sharad Pawar says the time has come to shift the focus on the development of youngsters.

When should great cricketers retire?

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 09:53:55 +0530

Rajdeep Sardesai speaks on the burning question of Indian cricket in his video blog Directly Rajdeep Sardesai (DRS).

Pallikal loses in Tournament of Champions final

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 06:02:49 +0530

India's young woman squash sensation Dipika Pallikal's hopes of winning a sixth WISPA title went up in smoke when she lost her title clash against Natalie Grinham of the Netherlands in the Tournament of Champions in New York on Thursday night.

Whitewash looks imminent for India

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:55:07 +0530

Australia are just 4 wickets away from winning the fourth Test against India at the Adelaide Oval and clinch the series 4-0.

'Kohli has provided some hope for the future'

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:58:18 +0530

Cricket analyst Sanjay Manjrekar feels Virat Kohli has shown the merits of giving the young, promising players a chance.

Pallikal enters Tournament of Champions final

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:43:16 +0530

Dipika Pallikal became the first Indian ever to reach the summit clash of a Silver event when she clinched a three-set thriller against New Zealand's Jaclyn Hawkes to march into the final of the Tournament of Champions squash meet in New York on Thursday.

'Indian batsmen will shine in Adelaide'

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:34:21 +0530

Cricket analyst Sanjay Manjrekar feels that India will get their highest score of the series in the Adelaide Test.

Zafar Iqbal, Limba Ram to get Padma Shri award

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:52:06 +0530

Zafar Iqbal was a nippy winger whose deft stick-work and speed made him a star during his playing days.

Harikrishna stretches lead in Tata Chess

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 01:33:54 +0530

P Harikrishna put up another sterling show to beat Illya Nyzhnyk of Ukraine and stretch his lead to a full point after the end of the ninth round of the 'B' group of Tata Steel Chess Tournament.

India's bowling not world class: Manjrekar

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 07:05:00 +0530

Cricket expert Sanjay Manjrekar analyses India's performance on day one of the Adelaide Test.

Can India avoid a whitewash in the Adelaide Test?

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:07:28 +0530

India take on Australia in the fourth and final Test at Adelaide after having lost the first three matches of the series.

'Guest players in Ranji have been crucial'

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:06:42 +0530

Cricket expert Sanjay Manjrekar analyses the Ranji Trophy final won by Rajasthan against Tamil Nadu.

'Selectors reluctant to get rid of seniors'

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:50:42 +0530

Cricket Expert Sanjay Manjrekar looks ahead to the fourth Test between India and Australia at Adelaide.

Mumbai Fighters go down to Dynamo Moscow in WSB

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 12:08:20 +0530

Indian franchise Mumbai Fighters slumped to their fifth defeat in seven matches and their third on the trot when they were beaten 3-2 by Dynamo Moscow in the World Series Boxing contest at the Inorbit Mall in Mumbai on Friday.

Indian para-athletes book tickets to London

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 06:49:34 +0530

Indian para-athletes have clinched five medals, including one gold, at the second Kuwait International Open Athletics Championship and so far booked four Paralympic quota places.

Irfan excited to be playing for India again

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 02:14:39 +0530

Medium pacer Irfan Pathan has been selected to play for India in the Australia tri-series.

Ranji Trophy still popular: Chopra

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:08:43 +0530

Ahead of the Ranji Trophy final vs Tami Nadu, Rajasthan bat Aakash Chopra refuses suggestions that there is little awareness about the tournament in the country.

Vijender determined to do well at Astana

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:14:12 +0530

Left with just one chance to qualify for the Olympics, top Indian boxer Vijender Singh says he is not thinking beyond making a berth in London Games.

Is this the right time to phase out India's senior players?

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:04:50 +0530

Rahul Dravid, Sachin Tendulkar and VVS Laxman have come under criticism after India's disastrous tour of Australia, and a run of seven straight defeats in Tests abroad.

NBA great Muggsy comes to India

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 09:50:43 +0530

Meet the shortest former NBA player, Muggsy Bogues, who was in New Delhi to impart few tips to youngsters.

Tiwary ready for Australia challenge

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 09:49:56 +0530

Indian batsman Manoj Tiwary is confident of a good show in the ODI triangular series in Australia starting February 5.

'India's defeat in Perth disheartening'

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 09:29:15 +0530

Experts discuss India's spineless performance in the Perth Test, which was their seventh successive overseas defeat.

'Lots of problems with India's batting'

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 02:31:20 +0530

Cricket expert Sanjay Manjrekar analyses India's woeful performance in the Perth Test.

Runner Ram Singh Yadav qualifies for Olympics

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 01:21:40 +0530

After missing the bus for the Beijing Olympics by three seconds, long-distance runner Ram Singh Yadav achieved the qualifying mark set for this year's London Games by dipping more than a minute under the B standard in the Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon here on Sunday.

Is the media justified in castigating Team India?

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 08:26:03 +0530

In Talking Point Point, CNN-IBN Editor-in-Chief Rajdeep Sardesai asks whether the media is justified in castigating Team India?

Has media gone overboard in criticising Team India?

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:29:23 +0530

Directly Rajdeep Sardesai (DRS): The CNN-IBN Editor-in-Chief talks about the quality of cricket journalism.

Manjrekar backs Dhoni over 2013 retirement

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 09:14:25 +0530

The CNN-IBN cricket expert believes it will be good for Indian cricket if senior players are clear about their plans.

Dhoni may retire from Tests by 2013

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 01:35:50 +0530

The move was prompted by MS Dhoni's desire to play in the 2015 World Cup.

i1 Super Series postponed due to UP polls

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:14:30 +0530

The inaugural i1 Super Series has hit a roadblock even before its start as the organisers were forced to postpone the event by 19 days due to assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh.

Fit-again Yuvraj raring to go

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 06:16:25 +0530

Training at the NCA has helped the southpaw regain fitness before the limited-over series in Australia.

Srikkanth disappointed at India's performance

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 02:02:16 +0530

India's chairman of selectors said he didn't expect the team to play so badly in the four-Test series Down Under.

Has the Indian Test team reached its lowest point?

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:02:31 +0530

India lost the second Test against Australia by an innings and 68 runs at the SCG and now have lost six consecutive Tests on the foreign soil.

Fans dismayed with India's Sydney loss

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 02:25:08 +0530

Indians fans express their disappointment after yet another Test loss, this time in Sydney to Australia.

Sachin Tendulkar misses 100th ton, again

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:58:45 +0530

Tendulkar has now gone 21 innings without a century to his name as he was dismissed by Michael Clarke for 80 in the SCG Test.

Pallikal moves up to 15 in squash rankings

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 11:16:11 +0530

Riding on her three WISPA title wins, India's young woman squash sensation Dipika Pallikal moved up to a career-high 15th place in the world rankings.

Openers need to set the pace for India: Bhogle

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 05:29:57 +0530

CNN-IBN Cricket Analyst Harsha Bhogle says India's experienced batsmen need to dig in to do well at Sydney.

Sydey awaits Sachin's landmark ton

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 08:27:20 +0530

The question on everyone's mind is whether Sachin Tendulkar will get his 100th international century in the second Test against Australia at the SCG.

India look to stage comeback at SCG

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 07:33:51 +0530

India take on Australia in the second Test of the series in Sydney on Tuesday, after having lost the first match at the MCG.

Sydney awaits Sachin's historic 100th ton

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 06:05:43 +0530

Having once again come up short in his attempt to notch up his milestone 100th hundred in the first Test against Australia in Melbourne, the legendary Sachin Tendulkar will be now setting his sights on the Sydney Cricket Ground, where he has plundered runs on his previous four tours starting from the 1991-92 visit.

Alok Kumar lights up quiet year for cue sports

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 08:39:16 +0530

Seasoned campaigner Alok Kumar was the cynosure of all eyes with his Asian Billiards title, but overall it was an average year for Indian cue sports as success eluded the country at the major international events.

Directly Rajdeep Sardesai: Cricket needs reverence

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 07:38:05 +0530

In the third installment of his video blog, Directly Rajdeep Sardesai (DRS), the CNN-IBN Editor-in-Chief looks back at 2011.

Deepika shines in good year for archery

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 06:20:28 +0530

A 17-year-old Deepika Kumari shone with some outstanding performances as the women's recurve team emerged as strong contenders for an elusive Olympic medal in archery, during a year that was witness to the dramatic fall of the fancied men's team.

Australian pacers exposed Indian batting: Tom Moody

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 02:21:47 +0530

Former Australia cricketer Tom Moody analyses India's loss in the Boxing Day Test, but backs the visitors to bounce back in Sydney.

2011 throws up new boxing stars as Olympics beckon

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 10:07:51 +0530

A record number of them booked Olympic berths in the very first qualifying event as Indian boxers rounded off yet another superb year, holding out promise for more than one medal at the world's biggest sporting extravaganza next year.

Indian batting came up short: Bhogle

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 05:51:34 +0530

CNN-IBN Cricket Analyst Harsha Bhogle says the failure of the Indian batting after Virender Sehwag's dismissal is worrisome.

Weightlifters fail to shine as dope menace recedes

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 04:24:33 +0530

For once, doping did not take centre-stage in Indian weightlifting, but the country failed to impress at the world stage in 2011, with London Olympics qualification still uncertain, even though there was unprecedented success to savour in the Commonwealth Championships.

India finish fourth in women's world chess

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 05:49:32 +0530

India lost to China 1.5-2.5 in the 2011 world women's chess team championship.

'The India-Aus Test is wonderfully poised'

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 04:35:42 +0530

Cricket Expert, Harsha Bhogle analyses the third day's play between India and Australia at the MCG.

China claim world women's chess title

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 04:29:06 +0530

India squandered an opportunity to win the women's world chess team championship losing 1-3 to Georgia.

Honours shared on day one at the MCG: Bhogle

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 04:27:34 +0530

Cricket analyst Harsha Bhogle says it was a see-saw first day of the first Test between India and Australia.

India get past Greece in women's world team chess

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 03:15:42 +0530

Grand Master D Harika scored the only win of the day as India edged past Greece 2.5-1.5.

'The Indians are looking good'

Sun, 25 Dec 2011 09:18:34 +0530

Talking exclusively to CNN-IBN, Harsha Bhogle looks ahead to the Boxing Day Test.

India lose to Russia in World Women Team Chess

Sun, 25 Dec 2011 06:35:13 +0530

The Indian eves failed at the first major hurdle as they went down 1-3 to Russia in the sixth round of the World Women Team Chess Championship on Sunday.

Lee defends Bhajji in 'Monkeygate' row

Sun, 25 Dec 2011 05:24:53 +0530

Brett Lee has come out with his autobiography 'My Life' in which he supports Harbhajan Singh against Andrew Symonds.

Team India ready to meet the Aussies

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 12:34:30 +0530

India have their best chance to win a Test series in Australia as the hosts are not the same force they used to be.

Indian girls crush Vietnam in World Team Chess

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 04:23:28 +0530

Grandmaster Koneru Humpy maintained her all-win record as the Indian girls blanked Vietnam 4-0 to maintain the sole second position after the end of the fifth round of the World Women Tam Chess Championship on Friday.

Focus on bowlers as India prepare for first Test

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 03:35:49 +0530

Zaheer Khan and Ishant Sharma looked good as India warmed up for the first Test against Australia, starting Monday.

Great that Jaffer's broken the record: Mazumdar

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 09:47:49 +0530

Former Mumbai cricketer, Amol Mazumdar talks about Wasim Jaffer breaking his record of most number of runs in Ranji Trophy.

I am perfectly fit now: Cheteshwar Pujara

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 09:43:01 +0530

Middle-order batsman Cheteshwar Pujara is hoping to make a comeback into the Indian team after his knee surgery.

Shane Warne immortalised in stone

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 09:31:16 +0530

A bronze statue of the legendary legspinner was unveiled at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

i1 Super Series all set to take off

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 09:23:01 +0530

The series will have a five-match schedule starting in Malaysia on 21st January next year.

Anand not to lobby for Bharat Ratna

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:17:02 +0530

World chess champion Viswanathan Anand on Thursday endorsed the government's decision to consider sportspersons for the Bharat Ratna, the country's highest civilian award, but declined to either lobby or suggest any names for the coveted award.

India trounce Armenia in World Chess C'ship

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 03:37:08 +0530

The Indian women came up with a spectacular performance to crush Armenia 3.5-0.5 in the fourth round.

Mittal Trust hopes for more Olympic success in 2012

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 01:46:03 +0530

Amit Bhatia, founder of the Mittal Champions Trust that is backing athletes like Abhinav Bindra, is hoping to help more athletes achieve their dream.

Luge star happy with home backing

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 08:33:14 +0530

Shiva Keshavan is the first Indian representative to compete in luge at the Winter Olympic Games.

Green light for i1 Supercar series

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 03:47:31 +0530

The start of the first pre-season test session made for a momentous occasion for Indian motor sports.

Indian girls joint second in World Team Chess

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 12:58:07 +0530

India scored an emphatic 4-0 victory over South Africa and jumped to joint second spot after the third round of the World Women's Team Chess Championship on Wednesday.

It was an overwhelming feeling: Keshavan

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 09:42:28 +0530

Luge athlete Shiva Keshavan of India set a new Asian speed record of 134.3 kmph to win the gold medal at the 2011 Asia Cup.

The cricket nightmare called 'Monkey-Gate'

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 08:59:01 +0530

In 2007-08, the spat between Andrew Symonds and Harbhajan Singh blew up into a huge row with ramifications beyond cricket.

Fisichella, Chandhok like SR3 cars for i1 Series

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 06:12:24 +0530

Formula One drivers Giancarlo Fisichella and Karun Chandhok seemed pretty happy after their inaugural test drive session in the SR3 racing cars, especially designed for the i1 Supercar Series that gets underway in Sepang (Malaysia) from next month.

India beat Turkey in World Women Chess C'ship

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 06:06:03 +0530

Led by Koneru Humpy, the Indian women's team cruised to an emphatic 3.5-0.5 victory over Turkey and jumped to fourth spot after the end of the second round of the World Women Team Chess Championship in Mardin, Turkey.

Mystery over Ishant's fitness continues

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 08:50:22 +0530

The Indian paceman is racing against the clock to get himself fit for the Boxing Day Test against Australia.

Luge athlete Keshavan wins Asia Cup gold

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 03:37:18 +0530

Luge athlete Shiva Keshavan of India set a new Asian speed record of 134.3 kmph.

Willstrop wins Punj Lloyd title, bags no 1 spot

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 12:23:26 +0530

It was an evening of many delights for 28-year old Yorkshireman James Willstrop, who became the number one ranked player in the world by lifting his maiden Punj Lloyd PSA Masters trophy at the Siri Fort Complex.

Pallikal wins fifth WISPA title of her career

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 06:30:28 +0530

India's Dipika Pallikal claimed her third WISPA title of the year when she overcame a spirited challenge from fourth seed Joey Chan to win the 7th Crocodile Challenge Cup squash tournament in Hong Kong on Sunday.

Willstrop, Gaultier in Punj Lloyd squash final

Sat, 17 Dec 2011 11:44:08 +0530

Third seed James Willstrop of England notched up his 14th victory in 15 meetings against compatriot Peter Barker, with a convincing 11-4, 11-3, 11-3 win in their last-four clash at the 2011 Punj Lloyd PSA Masters squash tournament.

Tendulkar can get Bharat Ratna later: Azhar

Sat, 17 Dec 2011 04:02:39 +0530

Former Indian cricket captain Md. Azharuddin feels hockey wizard Dhyanchand deserves Bharat Ratna more than Sachin Tendulkar.

Upsets galore at Punj Lloyd Squash tourney

Sat, 17 Dec 2011 12:50:05 +0530

The final World Series event of the year, Punj Lloyd PSA Masters, witnessed two major upsets on a single day when 2009 champion Ramy Ashour and second seed Karim Darwish, both from Egypt, crashed out of the tournament after losing their respective quarter-final matches on Friday.

i1 Super Series confirms young Indian drivers

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 05:37:03 +0530

The i1 Super Series on Friday confirmed the young Indian drivers who would get a chance to drive the Radical SR3 at the first ever pre-season test at Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday.

IOA postpones South Asian Games to 2013

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 05:35:13 +0530

Postponing the South Asian Games from October next year to 2013 and scrapping all the newly-formed committees were some of the major decisions taken by the Indian Olympic Association's General Body after a meeting here.

I am not thinking too far ahead: Ramy Ashour

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 11:13:48 +0530

Former world number one and top seed for the 2011 Punj Lloyd PSA Masters, Ramy Ashour is playing the kind of game that could very well hand him his second title in three years in this country.

Sachin, Dhyan Chand eligible for Bharat Ratna

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 09:11:08 +0530

Sports heroes Sachin Tendulkar and Dhyan Chand are now eligible for the Bharat Ratna as the government has changed the eligibility criteria for the Bharat Ratna to widen its scope.

Squash: Ghosal makes exit from PSA Masters

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 10:56:16 +0530

English duo of James Willstrop and Daryl Selby on Thursday advanced to the quarterfinals of the Punj Lloyd PSA Masters Squash tournament after winning their respective matches in the USD 1,65,000 event here.

Gurgaon now has its very own skating rink

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:25:28 +0530

A new skating rink in Gurgaon will now give the lover of winter sports a chance to enjoy it without going to a hill station.

Squash: Darwish enters quarters at PSA Masters

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 10:50:07 +0530

Top seeds Karim Darwish and Mohamed El Shorbagy justified their billings as they moved into the quarterfinals of the USD 1,65,000 Punj Lloyd PSA Masters at the Siri Fort Sports Complex here on Wednesday.

Top squash players in Delhi for PSA Masters

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 08:59:19 +0530

Top-ranked players like Ramy Ashour, James Willstrop and India's Saurav Ghosal are sweating it out at Punj Lloyd PSA Masters.

Gavaskar, Kumble slam BCCI

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 08:46:39 +0530

The two greats of the game are at loggerheads over their respective issues with the Indian Board.

Dravid bats for Tests in Bradman oration

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 08:23:36 +0530

"Test cricket is the game's pinnacle", Dravid said in Sir Don Bradman Oration for 2011 aired live on cricket.com.au.

Chess: Anand finishes joint fifth in London

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 10:47:49 +0530

World champion Viswanathan Anand played out an easy draw against Luke McShane of England to finish joint fifth in the overall standings of the London Classic here.

Squash: Ghosal, Ashour, Willstrop in pre-quarters

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 10:19:19 +0530

Top seeds Ramy Ashour, James Willstrop and India's Saurav Ghosal sailed into the pre-quarterfinals of Punj Lloyd PSA Masters squash tournament on the second day of the USD 1,65,000 event here on Tuesday.

London Olympics panel backs Dow deal

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 08:55:29 +0530

The organsiers have spoken out in favour of the sponsor, despite criticism over its involvement in the Bhopal gas tragedy.

Squash: India's Suchde loses in Punj Llyod Masters

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 08:27:23 +0530

It turned out to be a disappointing outing for Siddharth Suchde at the Punj Lloyd PSA Masters squash event as the Indian lost his opening round match against France's Gregory Gaultier to bow out of the championship here on Monday.

Only quality cricket will help beat Aus: Dhoni

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 05:05:36 +0530

India will have to play out of their skin to beat Aussies in their den, concedes Dhoni at the team's official media conference.

Anand joint 5th after another draw in London

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 05:05:10 +0530

World Champion Viswanathan Anand played out another draw, signing peace with Magnus Carlsen of Norway in the eighth and penultimate round of London Chess Classic.

Ishant Sharma ready for Aus Test

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 04:45:29 +0530

Ishant, 23, is ready to lead India's attack on the tour Down Under.

Gupta, Grover sparkle in London Chess Classic

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 10:35:10 +0530

Grandmaster Abhijeet Gupta won the London Chess Classic's open section with a hard-earned triumph over GM Keith Arkell of England while International Master Sahaj Grover pulled himself to the second spot after the final round of the event that concluded on Sunday.

Nominees for Indian of the Year 2011 in sports

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 11:24:59 +0530

CNN-IBN's Sports Editor Gaurav Kalra introduces the nominees for the Indian of the Year 2011 in the category of sports.

Anand draws with Aronian in Chess Classics

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 08:12:56 +0530

World Champion Viswanathan Anand's hopes of catching up with his rivals has almost ended after he played out a draw with Levon Aronian of Armenia at the end of the seventh round of London Chess Classics here.

Samota wins fifth consecutive gold at Nationals

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 08:24:31 +0530

Commonwealth Games heavy weight champion Paramjeet Samota clinched his fifth consecutive gold at the 58th Senior Men's National Boxing Championship after beating Satish Kumar of Services in the finals here on Saturday.

Anand draws with Kramnik in Chess Classic

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 10:08:09 +0530

World Champion Viswanathan Anand failed to take advantage of playing with white pieces.

Russian boxer dies after knockout defeat

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 12:14:05 +0530

Light heavyweight Roman Simakov, who was carried from the ring on a stretcher after being knocked out in a WBC Asian Boxing Council title fight on Monday, has died, the Russian federation (RBF) said.

Anand beats Short in London Chess Classic

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:47:19 +0530

World Champion Viswanathan Anand finally found his winning ways when he defeated Nigel Short of England in the fifth round of London Chess Classic

What makes Virender Sehwag such a special player?

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 11:49:46 +0530

CNN-IBN's panel of cricket experts discusses the blistering double hundred Sehwag scored against West Indies in Indore.

Samota in semis of Senior Men's National Boxing

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 09:39:00 +0530

Commonwealth Games gold medallist Paramjeet Samota of Railways continued his winning streak as he overpowered Rambol of Madhya Pradesh to storm into the semifinals in super heavyweight category on day four of 58th Senior Men's National Boxing Championship here on Thursday.

Directly Rajdeep Sardesai: Sehwag is simply unique

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 08:37:57 +0530

In the second installment of his video blog, Directly Rajdeep Sardesai (DRS), the CNN-IBN Editor-in-Chief on how Virender Sehwag is truly a man apart.

Exclusive: Dravid on India's Australia tour

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 03:39:39 +0530

Talking to CNN-IBN, Rahul Dravid touches down on India's chances of a rare Test series win in Australia.

Rs. 260 cr allocated for London Olympics: Maken

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 02:37:18 +0530

The government has allocated a budget of approximately Rs. 260 crore for the participation of Indian athletes in the 2012 London Olympics, Sports Minister Ajay Maken told the Rajya Sabha on Thursday.

Karan beats Vikas in National Squash

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 11:15:48 +0530

Indian Squash Academy trainee Karan Malik scalped seeded Vikas Jangra of Services in the first round of the National senior squash championship here on Wednesday.

Difficult to predict Ind-Aus series: Gilchrist

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 06:47:46 +0530

The former Aussie wicketkeeper says whichever bowling unit settles with ease will have an upperhand.

Anand shocked by Nakamura in London Chess

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 06:04:28 +0530

World Champion Viswanathan Anand let go off an excellent position after losing to Hikaru Nakamura of United States in the fourth round of the London Chess Classic here on Wednesday.

IOA calls meeting to discuss Dow row

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 04:24:39 +0530

With growing resentment in India over Dow Chemicals association with the London Olympics, the IOA has convened a meeting on Friday to discuss the issue following IOC chief Jacques Rogge's suggestion that they should enter into a dialogue with the athletes.

Anand held by Howell in London Chess

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 07:06:48 +0530

World Champion Viswanathan Anand was held to a draw by David Howell of England in the third round of London Chess Classic here on Tuesday.

It's not Sports Ministry vs BCCI: Maken

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 10:09:00 +0530

Tired of answering questions on the standoff between BCCI and the Sports Ministry over the National Sports Bill, Sports Minister Ajay Maken on Monday sought to put the record straight by saying that the government is not trying to control the Board through proposed legislation.

Anand gets a bye in London Chess

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 08:54:08 +0530

On a day World Champion Viswanathan Anand had a bye, Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura of United States stole the thunder with a fine victory over Armenian Levon Aronian in the second round of 3rd London Chess Classic here.

Anand draws with Adams in London Chess Classic

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:17:56 +0530

World Champion Viswanathan Anand played out his 10th draw in a row in classical chess.

Iranian teenager pockets World Snooker title

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 11:52:30 +0530

Seventeen-year old Hoosein Vafaei Ayouri on Saturday became the first Iranian to win the IBSF World Snooker Championship when he won a heart-stopping 10-9 victory against 35-year old Welshman Lee Walker in a dramatic final

A ride in the past: 50 years of Yamaha's MotoGP

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 08:36:51 +0530

The French capital has become the hottest destination for MotoGP fans thanks to the Le Salon de la Moto show.

Ganguly backs Wisden's India project

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 06:55:13 +0530

Sourav Ganguly talks exclusively to CNN-IBN about the Wisden India venture, his latest Ranji century and India's upcoming tour of Australia.

Indian challenge snuffed out at World snooker

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 09:17:54 +0530

The Indian challenge, spearheaded by Pankaj Advani and Kamal Chawla, was blown away as former professional Lee Walker, the 35-year-old from Wales, and Iranian teenager Hoosein Vafaei Ayouri entered the final of the IBSF World snooker championship here on Friday.

Advani, Chawla in semi-finals of World Snooker

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 03:53:05 +0530

Pankaj Advani and Kamal Chawla chalked up contrasting victories to enter the semi-finals of the IBSF World Snooker Championship here on Friday.

Advani, Chawla enter World Snooker quarters

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 12:00:33 +0530

Seven-time world champion Pankaj Advani stormed into the quarter-finals of the IBSF World Snooker Championship, overwhelming an error-prone Craig Macgillivray of Scotland 5-3 in a hard-fought battle at KSBA on Thursday.

Footballers made to clean seats for Ind-WI ODI

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 11:21:48 +0530

Having been crowned champions of Indore Football League last Sunday, 15 footballers of Anand XI FC are now cleaning the seats of 30,000 capacity Holkar Cricket Stadium for ODI between India and West Indies on December 8.

Irfan Pathan hopes for India comeback

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 10:39:24 +0530

The Baroda swing bowler has taken seven wickets in their ongoing Ranji Trophy match against Delhi.

Snooker ace Yasin Merchant calls it a day

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 08:14:37 +0530

Yasin Merchant, the 45-year-old cueist from Mumbai, ended his 30-year career as a top notch snooker player here on Thursday, but was denied a fairytale ending that at one stage looked likely as he went down 4-5 to Australia's Steve Mifsud in the round of 32 at the IBSF World Snooker Championship.

Advani in World Snooker Ch'ship pre-quarters

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 08:08:22 +0530

Continuing his winning streak and appearing a cut above others, Indian ace cueist Pankaj Advani scripted a sizzling victory to enter pre-quarterfinals of the IBSF World Snooker Championship at KSBA auditorium at Bangalore on Thursday.

Sheer joy of sport for physically challenged kids

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 09:14:55 +0530

US paralympian Greg Hackensmith is in India to teach wheelchair basketball to physically challenged children.

World Snooker: Eight Indians advance to knockouts

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 06:58:05 +0530

India's Brijesh Damani registered his third straight win of the tournament to join Australian legend Steve Mifsud and Saleh Mohammad of Afghanistan in the knockout stage of IBSF World Snooker Championship here on Wednesday.

World Snooker: Advani through to knockout stage

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 10:09:17 +0530

Pankaj Advani ran into good form as he marked his progress to the knock-out phase of the IBSF World Snooker championship with two century breaks and as many victories at Bangalore on Tuesday.

Chennai team is new franchise in i1 Super Series

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 08:01:15 +0530

Chennai Super Sonics was declared as the fifth franchise for the i1 Super Series.

Indians shine in European boxing tournament

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 03:43:08 +0530

Competing for the first time in what has been mostly an all-European event, a four-member Indian boxing team gave a good account of itself, clinching two silver and a bronze medal at the 32nd International Tammer Invitational tournament in Tampere, Finland.

Can the i1 Super Series be India's answer to F1?

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 10:00:23 +0530

The organizers are confident that everything will be in place by January 2012, even as team owners express doubts.

Vikas pulls out of London boxing event

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 06:05:58 +0530

Vikas Krishan (69kg) withdrew from the final bout of the welter weight division because of an injury to his left wrist.

Advani starts well in World Snooker Ch'ship

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 05:57:05 +0530

Ace India cueist Pankaj Advani prevailed 4-0 over Japan's Atshutoshi Inoue in the first round-robin match of the IBSF World Snooker Championship here on Monday.

Vishnu Prasad wins Volkswagen Polo R Cup

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 03:09:34 +0530

''This year has been really hard as the competition has been so evenly matched,'' Prasad said.

India not considering Olympics boycott: IOA

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 12:45:27 +0530

The Indian Olympic Association are not considering boycotting the London Olympics despite local demands to do so over a Games sponsorship deal with Dow Chemical, the IOA's acting president told Reuters on Monday.

Virat Kohli eyes Test glory

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 09:35:06 +0530

The middle-order batsman says he is prepared for the upcoming tour to Australia.

Vikas enters final in London Boxing tourney

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 06:22:58 +0530

World Championship bronze medallist Vikas Krishan stormed into the men's 69kg category final while five-time world champion woman boxer M C Mary Kom made a shock quarterfinal exit in the Olympic boxing test event here on Sunday.

'Yuvraj's tumour not life-threatening'

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 03:54:01 +0530

Shabnam, mother of Yuvraj Singh, and Virat Kohli give their respective views to CNN-IBN.

Avdumber Hede grabs Pole at Polo R Cup

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 12:56:21 +0530

Avdumber Hede from Goa set the fastest lap in a wet qualifying session on Saturday.

India may pull of London Olympics

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 10:00:20 +0530

India may pull out of the next year's London Olympics as its athletes have raised eyebrows over the Games' Organising Committees' controversial deal with the Dow Chemical.

CEAT Awards 2011: Kohli, Sehwag among winners

Sat, 26 Nov 2011 10:20:30 +0530

Virat Kohli, Suresh Raina, Virender Sehwag and VVS Laxman were among the cricketers who won the top honours at the CEAT Awards 2011.

Anand finishes joint sixth in Tal Memorial

Sat, 26 Nov 2011 10:06:48 +0530

Viswanathan Anand finished tied sixth after signing peace with Boris Gelfand of Israel in the ninth and final round of the Tal Memorial Chess tournament on Saturday.

Sachin misses landmark ton, again

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 12:27:08 +0530

Rajdeep Sardesai, Harsha Bhogle and Gaurav Kalra discuss how the Mumbaikar missed the landmark of 100 tons.

Marathon man Khalid Khannouchi in India

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 11:40:05 +0530

The two-time world marathon record-holder has come here as a brand ambassador for the Delhi half marathon.

Humpy bows out, Yifan crowed world chess champ

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 11:07:22 +0530

Grandmaster Koneru Humpy settled for a draw in the must-win eighth-round game as defending champion Yifan Hou became the women's world champion by triumphing 5.5-2.5 against the Indian here.

'Dravid among the greatest Indian cricketers'

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 08:41:53 +0530

Harsha Bhogle pays tribute to Rahul Dravid who completed 13,000 Test runs in the match against the West Indies.

Anand slips to joint sixth at Tal Memorial

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 03:48:26 +0530

World Champion Viswanathan Anand's hunt for an elusive victory continued as he played out another draw with Magnus Carlsen of Norway to slip to joint sixth spot in the seventh round of Tal Memorial international chess tournament here.

Humpy loses another game, title chances bleak

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 02:58:00 +0530

Grandmaster Koneru Humpy's title prospects suffered a near decisive blow when she lost the seventh-round game against Yifan Hou of China in the World Women's Chess Championship here.

Sikhs allowed to carry daggers into Olympic venues

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 11:46:04 +0530

Sikh athletes and spectators will be allowed to wear ceremonial daggers into London Olympic venues next year, despite the intense security arrangements, as part of a multi-faith approach to the Games.

Olympics: Mixed views on skirts in women's boxing

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 09:35:31 +0530

AIBA has suggested that wearing skirts would help women stand out from the men.

Anand draws to remain joint 5th in Tal Memorial

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 12:11:04 +0530

World Champion Viswanathan Anand played out his sixth draw on the trot, signing peace with long-time rival Vassily Ivanchuk of Ukraine in the sixth round of the Tal memorial tournament in Moscow.

Five member Indian boxing team leaves for London

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 11:54:08 +0530

The team left to participate in the London Boxing International Invitational tournament to be held from November 24-27.

Decision to drop Yadav was shocking: Maninder

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 08:50:04 +0530

Former offspinner Maninder Singh talks about India's performance on the first day of the third and final Test against West Indies at Mumbai.

Humpy suffers second defeat; trails Yifan 2-4

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 06:03:49 +0530

With four games to go, Yifan Hou has a two-point lead over Koneru Humpy in the Women's World Chess Championship.

Bangalore, Hyderabad new i1 Super Series teams

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 06:00:28 +0530

The i1 Super Series, India's first motor sports league, has got two new teams in Bangalore and Hyderabad, taking the total number of franchises to four.

Squash star Dipika not ready to rest on laurels

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 10:59:05 +0530

After becoming the first Indian woman to break into the top-20 in the world rankings, Dipika Pallikal has now set her sights on the top-16.

'Last few months have been patchy for Sachin'

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 09:51:19 +0530

Akash Chopra talks about the pressure on Sachin Tendulkar to bring up his 100th international ton.

Humpy trails Yifan 2-3 at World Chess

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 05:07:41 +0530

Victory continues to elude grandmaster Koneru Humpy who had to settle for her fourth draw out of five games against defending champion Yifan Hou of China at the half way stage of the Women's World Chess Championship here.

Courtney Walsh speaks on Ind-WI series

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 09:07:54 +0530

West Indies need to perform better if they have to compete with India, says the legendary fast bowler.

Indian men, women lift Kabaddi World Cup

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 09:06:12 +0530

While the men's team defeated Canada 59-25, the women's team thrashed UK 44-17 in the finals to lift the World Cup at the Guru Nanak Stadium in Ludhiana on Sunday night.

All India Police win boxing Federation Cup

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 09:17:24 +0530

Former Asian Champion Nagisetty Usha clinched one of the two gold medals for Andhra Pradesh, but it was All India Police who walked away with the overall honours in the Monnet Federation Cup Women's Boxing Championship on Sunday.

Anand holds Aronian at Tal memorial chess

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 10:01:48 +0530

World Champion Viswanathan Anand held nemesis Levon Aronian of Armenia in the fourth round of Tal memorial international chess tournament now underway here.

Uttarakhand dominate SFs of Federation Cup boxing

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 09:40:26 +0530

Monica Saun of Uttarakhand hammered Renu Jaiswal of Delhi to enter the finals of the light-welter weight division.

Lather, Mahar in finals of boxing Fed Cup

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 12:28:28 +0530

Sonia Lather, Vinita Mahar, Mamta and Monica Saun, among others, advanced to the summit clash of the Federation Cup Women's Boxing Championship on Saturday.

Maken wants BCCI to investigate fixing claims

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 03:55:57 +0530

The sports minister wants Vinod Kambli's match-fixing allegations to be probed, while Rajiv Shukla terms them as baseless.

Humpy draws with Yifan again in World Chess

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 02:15:50 +0530

Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpy recovered from a difficult position to play out a draw with defending champion Yifan Hou of China in the fourth game of the World Women's Chess Championship here.

Anand held in 3rd round of Tal Memorial

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 09:59:59 +0530

World Champion Viswanathan Anand's hunt for the elusive victory continued as he was held to a draw by former European champion Ian Nepomniachtchi of Russia in the third round of the Tal Memorial Chess Tournament here.

India, Canada to clash in Kabaddi finals

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 09:38:24 +0530

A spirited Canada pulled off a surprise win over Pakistan to set up a clash with hosts India in the finals of the second World Cup Kabaddi to be played at Ludhiana on Sunday.

Are unsubstantiated claims killing the game of cricket?

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 11:51:27 +0530

Vinod Kambli claimed India's loss in the 1996 World Cup semi-final was suspicious, further engulfing cricket in the cloud of match-fixing.

Yuvraj lacks match practice: Srikkanth

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 11:38:36 +0530

The India chairman of selectors said the left-hander needs more practice for the longer version of the game.

Mumbai Fighters whitewashed by Moscow in WSB

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 11:35:44 +0530

It wasn't an outing to remember for Venky's Mumbai Fighters as they lost 0-5 to hosts Dynamo Moscow in their first away match and second Group A encounter of the World Series Boxing, held at the Sukharev Sports Complex in Perm, Russia on Friday.

Not worried about Kambli's comments: Jayasuriya

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 11:29:05 +0530

Jayasuriya, who was part of the 1996 World Cup-winning Sri Lankan side, said the semi-final against India was won fairly.

Thapa, Duati cruise into Federation Cup semis

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 11:22:58 +0530

Krishna Thapa of Madhya Pradesh, who bagged a silver medal at the 12th Senior Nationals earlier this year, pulverized Anita Kahar of Assam to advance to the semi-finals of the Federation Cup Women's Boxing Championship on Friday.

NADA doping list shows athletes not penalised

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 05:47:36 +0530

In a shocking revelation, several dope-flunked athletes were not penalised for their offences from 2001 to 2008 by their National Sports Federations (NSFs), and this came to light after the NADA anti-doping panel released a list on the orders of the Delhi High Court.

Kambli must have been sleeping, says Azhar

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 02:06:01 +0530

The former Indian cricket captain slammed Vinod Kambli's claims that India's 1996 WC semi-final may have been fixed.

Humpy loses to Yifan in World Chess tournament

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 12:31:53 +0530

Grandmaster Koneru Humpy misplayed a fine position and went down to defending champion Yifan Hou of China in the third game of the Women's World Championship here.

Punyavathi moves into semis of Boxing Fed Cup

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 12:03:49 +0530

National Games bronze medalist A Punyavathi of Andhra Pradesh drubbed Ritu Ranga of Haryana in the light fly weight division in the 2011 N.C. Sharma Memorial Federation Cup Women's Boxing Championship which got underway here on Thursday.

Anand draws with Svidler in Tal memorial chess

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 01:08:40 +0530

Viswanathan Anand had also drawn with Sergey Karjakin of Russia in his first game.

'Not surprising that Yuvraj was dropped'

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 12:40:01 +0530

Former Indian batsman, Sanjay Manjrekar talks about the decision to drop Yuvraj Singh for the third Test against West Indies.

India showed their strength: Manjrekar

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 12:34:01 +0530

Former Indian players, Sanjay Manjrekar and Maninder Singh analyse India's win over West Indies in the second Test at Kolkata.

Indian women's kabbadi team meets with accident

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 05:45:48 +0530

Reports suggest that the a player lost her life in the mishap.

Anand held by Karjakin in 1st round of Tal chess

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 10:35:58 +0530

World Champion Viswanathan Anand had to settle for a draw against Sergey Karjakin of Russia in the first round of the Tal Memorial Chess tournament here. After a forgettable show in the just-concluded Bilbao final masters, Anand could do little against the solid defences of his younger rival and drew the game in 42 moves.

'Cricket in the Wild' misses Tiger Pataudi

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 10:05:03 +0530

Cricket greats and Tiger Pataudi's wife remember him during 'Cricket in the Wild' match in South Africa.

It was a story worth telling: Akash Chopra

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 09:21:40 +0530

Former Indian opener, Akash Chopra talks about his book 'Out of the Blue' which describes Rajasthan's Ranji Trophy triumph last year.

'Dhoni's tactics were disappointing'

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 09:15:16 +0530

Maninder Singh talks about MS Dhoni's field settings on day three of the second Test between India and West Indies at Kolkata.

US team banned from World Cup kabaddi

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 02:51:39 +0530

The US men kabaddi team has been banned from the ongoing World Cup in Punjab after the players refused to take doping tests, an official said on Wednesday.

Humpy draws with Yifan Hou in World Chess

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 11:03:02 +0530

Playing with black pieces, Grand Master Koneru Humpy played her second consecutive draw against defending champion Yifan Hou of China in the second game of the Women's World Chess championship, here.

Dhoni, Yuvraj in race to own I1 franchises

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 09:04:04 +0530

Big names in the Indian industry, sports and tinsel town, including cricketers Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Yuvraj Singh and Tollywood's Nagarjuna, have shown interest in owning teams in the nine city-based franchisees in the much-touted I1-Super Series motor racing league.

Usha urges Prime Minister to pass Sports Bill

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 02:29:33 +0530

Terming the National Sports Development Bill a "landmark initiative" aimed at "stemming the rot" in Indian sports, legendary athlete PT Usha urged Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to ensure that it is cleared by the Cabinet and passed by the Parliament.

Dravid, Amla express shock at Roebuck's death

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 09:04:10 +0530

Peter Roebuck who was covering the South Africa, Australia series jumped to his death from his hotel window at Cape Town.

'Laxman made batting at Eden look easy'

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 08:45:02 +0530

Former Indian offspinner, Maninder Singh analyses India's performance on day two of the second Test against West Indies at Kolkata.

Legends from India, SA back on cricket field

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 04:33:52 +0530

Some of the former players of the two countries will play each other in the second edition of World Cricket Legends.

Humpy draws first game in World Chess Ch'ship

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 12:22:36 +0530

Grand Master Koneru Humpy was held to a draw by defending champion Yifan Hou of China in the opening game of the Women's World Chess championship that got underway on Tuesday.

'The pitch will offer assistance to spinners'

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 02:40:33 +0530

Maninder Singh talks about the Eden Gardens wicket and analyses India's performance on the opening day of the second Test against West Indies.

Peter was a brave writer: James Sutherland

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 10:44:13 +0530

The Cricket Australia CEO paid tributes to one of the finest writers of all time, who died mysteriously on Sunday.

'Roebuck was a global voice of the game'

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 10:45:30 +0530

Peter Roebuck who committed suicide on Sunday was one of the most well respected cricket writers of the modern era.

'News of Peter Roebuck's death ghastly'

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 09:28:12 +0530

Cricket Australia spokesperson, Peter Young talks about the suicide of cricket writer, Peter Roebuck.

Cricket writer Peter Roebuck found dead

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 09:05:39 +0530

Top cricket writer Roebuck was found dead in South Africa where he was covering Australia's Test series.

Australia to host 2018 Commonwealth Games

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 10:38:09 +0530

Australia's Gold Coast will host the 2018 Commonwealth Games, winning the vote on Friday as delegates opted for its ready-made facilities ahead of the ambitious development plans of the Sri Lankan city of Hambantota.

Mumbai Fighters lose opening contest in WSB debut

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 11:23:33 +0530

Mumbai Fighters made an impressive debut in the World Series Boxing, though they finished on the losing side in their opening Group A encounter against Italy's Milano Thunder, losing 2-3 at the Shiv Chatrapati Balewadi Sports Complex on Friday.

Zaheer eager for a much-awaited comeback

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 09:00:05 +0530

India's premier pace bowler, Zaheer Khan has been in and out of the team because of constant injury problems.

Squash ace Nicol David inducted into Hall of Fame

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 08:08:41 +0530

Nicol David became the first active player in the history of the sport to receive the honour.

Sports Bill: the debate continues

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 09:35:15 +0530

The debate for the new Sports Bill is getting hotter as sportspersons and administrators are openly expressing their views.

New bill can be a turning point for Indian sports: Rathore

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 11:45:21 +0530

Olympics silver-medalist shooter Rajvardhan Singh Rathore has backed the Sports Bill as a positive step to improve the sports system in India.

Selectors had to keep faith in Ashwin: Srikkanth

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 11:33:57 +0530

Chairman of selectors Kris Srikkanth said it was difficult to drop R Ashwin after his match-winning effort in the first Test.

Indian sports stars voice support for Sports Bill

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 10:15:19 +0530

Eminent sports personalities came out in support of the revised National Sports Development Bill on Thursday and criticised the opposing Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and the BCCI, while calling for a healthy debate on the issue.

One Indian falls in dope net at kabaddi World Cup

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 10:02:34 +0530

The doping controversy at the ongoing kabaddi World Cup is growing wider with every passing day as four more players, including one Indian, tested positive for banned substances on Thursday, taking the list of offenders to a whopping 22.

India enter semi-finals of kabaddi World Cup

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 09:14:37 +0530

Hosts India stormed into the semi-finals of the ongoing kabaddi World Cup with an easy 51-24 victory over Canada at Doda on Thursday.

Kapil asks BCCI to accept the Sports Bill

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 07:41:48 +0530

Former India captain Kapil Dev favoured the Sports Ministry's move to make BCCI function as a National Sports Federation (NSF), as proposed in the National Sports Development Bill.

BCCI stays firm on its stand on Sports Bill

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 07:28:35 +0530

Reiterating its stand on the contentious Sports Bill, the BCCI said that until and unless its reservations were addressed by the Sports Ministry, the bill was not acceptable to them even in the revised form.

Former greats support Sports Development Bill

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:31:25 +0530

Cricketing legend, Kapil Dev and former badminton ace, Prakash Padukone amongst others came out in support of the bill passed by Sports Minister, Ajay Maken.

Playing in Tests a dream come true: Ashwin

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:22:18 +0530

Offspinner Ravichandran Ashwin talks about his nine-wicket haul against West Indies during the Delhi Test.

'Tax violations in IPL should be investigated'

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 01:49:12 +0530

Sports Minister Ajay Maken on Thursday said the allegations of tax violation in running of the Indian Premier League (IPL) should be looked into and asked the Board of Cricket Control for India (BCCI) to come under the RTI ambit for its own good.

Is a Sachin hundred bigger than success for Team India?

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 11:01:35 +0530

India beat the West Indies in the first Test, but Sachin Tendulkar is still waiting for that one more hundred to complete 100 centuries in the game.

India can improve further: Harsha

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 09:37:19 +0530

Harsha Bhogle talks about what India could have done better in the first Test and what they can do before the second.

Five more test positive at the Kabaddi World Cup

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 09:38:22 +0530

The doping controversy at the ongoing World Cup Kabaddi seems far from over with five more players being tested positive for banned substances, taking the total list of dope offenders to 12.

Thorpe comeback suffers setback in Beijing

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 08:49:03 +0530

Five-time Olympic gold medalist Ian Thorpe had a setback in his comeback bid on Tuesday when he failed to qualify for the finals of the men's 100-meter freestyle and the 100 individual medley at a World Cup short course event.

Kotla Test well within India's grasp: Maninder

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 08:14:27 +0530

The former Indian spinner said the Indian batsmen will put a better show than what they had in the first innings.

Boxer Joe Frazier dies after fight with cancer

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 10:37:12 +0530

Former heavyweight champion Joe Frazier (67) died on Monday night of liver cancer.

Mumbai Fighters gear up for World Series Boxing

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 10:23:08 +0530

Pugilists Akhil Kumar and Jitender Kumar are looking forward to representing India in the tournament.

Waqar hits back at Afridi in war of words

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 11:39:33 +0530

Ex-Pakistan coach Waqar Younis says former captain Shahid Afridi should keep shut and focus on cricket instead.

Three more players fail dope test in kabaddi WC

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 11:09:38 +0530

Three more players participating in the ongoing kabaddi World Cup have failed dope tests and have been stopped from taking any further part in the tournament on Monday.

Polo misses Tiger Pataudi

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 09:22:04 +0530

Polo was one of the passions of Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, who died earlier this year.

Waiting to come back, says Zaheer Khan

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 09:10:40 +0530

"Things are looking good as I've started bowling in the nets," said Zaheer who is recuperating from an ankle surgery.

Four players flunk dope test at Kabaddi World Cup

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 08:44:10 +0530

The organising committee of the second Kabaddi World Cup on Sunday temporarily suspended four players who were tested positive for banned drugs by National Anti Doping Agency laboratory.

India continue winning streak in WC Kabaddi

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 07:57:47 +0530

India and Canada on Sunday continued their winning campaign by trouncing Australia and UK while Germany crushed Nepal in Pool 'A' matches of World Cup Kabaddi held here in War Heroes Stadium.

Thorpe return ends, misses out on butterfly finals

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 10:15:31 +0530

Australia's most successful Olympian Ian Thorpe had his first swimming meet back after a five-year absence end prematurely on Saturday when he failed to qualify for the finals of the 100 metres butterfly in a World Cup race in Singapore.

Swimmer Thorpe seventh in first final back

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 09:25:32 +0530

Five-times Olympic swimming champion Ian Thorpe finished a disappointing seventh in the final of the 100 metres individual medley in a World Cup event on Friday on a tough first day back in competition after five years away.

Fixing punishment will serve as deterrent: Fraser

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 09:29:55 +0530

The former England player Angus Fraser said now players would think many times before indulging in such filthy acts.

Ranji season hits top gear

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 09:11:54 +0530

Many young and upcoming cricketers are vying for spots in the national side.

Spot-fixing: cricket confronts ugly reality

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 09:07:29 +0530

Jail sentences to the Pakistan cricketers have left the cricket world stunned.

Taking one series at a time: Dravid

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 09:05:26 +0530

The classy batsman is also happy to see young exciting talents in the Indian side.

BCCI writes to Sports Ministry on Sports Bill

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 08:08:22 +0530

The BCCI, which had rejected the revised Sports Bill last week, on Friday wrote a letter to the Sports Ministry, conveying their strong reservations on various aspects of the controversial bill.

Murali to play crucial role in SL's CWG bid

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 02:20:04 +0530

The Sri Lankan city of Hambantotoa is vying to host the Games with Australia's Gold Coast.

Will jailing of cricketers be a deterrent to fixers?

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 11:50:52 +0530

Pakistan's banned cricketers - Butt, Asif and Amir - and bookie Majeed were handed out jail sentences in the spot-fixing case.

It's a shameful day, says Imran Khan

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 08:58:49 +0530

The former Pakistan captain expressed his disappointment over the whole spot-fixing saga.

Pakistan spot-fixers get jail sentences

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 08:45:21 +0530

The tainted Pakistan trio - Butt, Asif and Amir - and bookie Majeed were handed out jail sentences for spot-fixing.

It's a symbolic judgement for cricket: experts

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 06:10:15 +0530

CNN-IBN talked to the cricket fraternity after a jail sentence was handed out to tainted Pakistan trio in spot-fixing case.

Butt, Asif hope to escape imprisonment

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 11:25:16 +0530

The sentences for the spot-fixing case, involving Pakistan's tainted trio is expected to be handed out on Thursday.

Without trust, sport will become worthless

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 11:10:31 +0530

Match-fixing and its links to massive illegal gambling markets are clearly threats to sports.

Happy with spot-fixing verdict: Rameez Raja

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 09:58:22 +0530

While Shahid Afrid termed it as national shame, the former lawyer of Salman Butt said the verdict is not justified.

Nicol David to be inducted into WSF Hall of Fame

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 09:54:27 +0530

Malaysia's Nicol David will be inducted into the World Squash Federation 'Hall of Fame' as part of the World Squash Awards programme at the World Open Championship/WSF AGM dinner in Rotterdam on November 5.

Salman Butt guilty of greed: ex-PCB chief

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 09:50:13 +0530

In an exclusive interview to CNN-IBN, Shahryar Khan said the Pakistan team management is equally responsible for the fixing mess.

Irfan Pathan aims comeback to Indian team

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 09:47:13 +0530

The left-arm medium pacer said his rhythm is getting back and the upcoming Ranji matches will be important for his progress.

Stars line up for Tendulkar-backed racing league

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 11:19:09 +0530

Inspired by the success of the inaugural Formula One Indian Grand Prix on Sunday, a host of celebrities and businessmen, most prominently Shah Rukh Khan, Telegu superstar Nagarjuna and Dabur family scion Mohit Burman, have invested in teams for the lucrative Indian Racing League owned partlyby Sachin Tendulkar.

Focus shifts to sentencing in spot-fixing trial

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 10:30:35 +0530

After being found guilty, Pakistan cricketers Salman Butt, Md. Asif and Md. Amir now face a jail term of up to 7 years.

Butt, Asif face jail term in spot-fixing case

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 10:18:10 +0530

The jury in the spot-fixing trial on Tuesday found Pakistan players Salman Butt and Mohammad Asif guilty.

Spot-fixing verdict not a surprise: Harsha

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 10:08:11 +0530

The noted cricket analyst said his only concern is that it needed a sting operation to unearth the fixing menace.

Reactions fly after spot-fixing verdict

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 09:57:32 +0530

Banned Pakistan players Salman Butt and Md. Asif were on Tuesday found guilty in the spot-fixing trial.

Pakistanis welcome spot-fixing verdict

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 09:41:12 +0530

The people of Pakistan feel the verdict will act as a deterrent and help clean the country's cricket.

Is this the end of the spot fixing menace?

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 10:38:20 +0530

Butt and Asif have been found guilty of two offences in the spot-fixing case and a jail sentence of up to seven years is looming large over both the players.

BCCI under RTI Act? Larger bench of CIC may decide

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 07:26:09 +0530

The Central Information Commission may refer to a larger bench of the transparency panel to decide whether the Indian cricket board is a public authority and fell under the ambit of the Right to Information {RTI) Act.

Pakistan cricketers found guilty of cheating

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 07:09:58 +0530

Salman Butt and Mohammad Asif found guilty of spot-fixing after 20 days of trial in London.

Boxer Vikas zooms to 2nd spot in AIBA rankings

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:01:27 +0530

Teen boxing sensation Vikas Krishan (69kg), who fetched India's lone medal at last month's World Championships, zoomed to a career-best second spot but Olympic hero Vijender Singh (75kg) did not find a place in the latest international rankings issued by AIBA.

Pallikal jumps one place in world squash rankings

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 09:50:29 +0530

Following her title triumph in the WISPA Dread Series 2 tournament in Washington recently, ace Indian squash player Dipika Pallikal reached a career-high world ranking of 19 on Monday.

Advani loses in semi-finals of World Billiards

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 07:18:09 +0530

Ace Indian cueist Pankaj Advani's hopes of winning the eighth world title went up in smoke after he failed to overcome a spirited challenge from defending champion Mike Russell of England in the World Professional Billiards Championship in England on Sunday.

Advani in semis of World Billiards Championship

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 01:05:13 +0530

Ace Indian cueist Pankaj Advani advanced to the semifinals of the World Billiards Championship after defeating compatriot Devendra Joshi by 279 points here.

Spot-fixing trial of Pakistan cricketers over

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 01:19:14 +0530

The judge, however, has asked the jury to take its time before coming to a decision that is expected on Friday.

Simoncelli's team pull out of Valencia MotoGP

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 01:23:04 +0530

Honda Gresini have pulled out of the season-ending Valencia Grand Prix following the death of Italian MotoGP rider Marco Simoncelli in Malaysia on Sunday.

'The Indian bowlers are going for wickets'

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 08:33:39 +0530

Former Indian spinner, Maninder Singh talks about India's comprehensive victory over England in the 4th ODI.

No medal for India on last day of Asian Archery

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 10:15:09 +0530

Indians returned empty-handed on the concluding day of the 17th Asian Archery Championship on Sunday, to cap a miserable outing in Tehran with just two bronze medals in their kitty.

Poland's Kucharski named India's TT coach

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 05:19:14 +0530

Indian paddlers' long wait for a foreign coach has finally come to an end with the Table Tennis Federation of India appointing Poland's Leszek Kucharski for the job on a one-year contract.

New Zealand beat France to win Rugby World Cup

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 03:20:44 +0530

New Zealand survived the last of an uncanny spate of fly-half injuries to close a cavernous gap in its rugby history, beating France 8-7 in a gripping Rugby World Cup final to become the third team to win the title twice.

Moto GP: Marco Simoncelli dies after crash

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 02:52:44 +0530

Italian MotoGP rider Marco Simoncelli has died after a horrific crash at the Malaysian Grand Prix in Sepang on Sunday, completing a harrowing week for motorsport after British IndyCar driver Dan Wheldon lost his life last weekend.

Recurve archers disappoint in Asian Archery

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 11:12:20 +0530

Fancied recurve archers flopped once again as India had a lean day in the individual events of the 17th Asian Archery Championship in Tehran on Saturday.

Aus beat Wales to win Rugby WC bronze

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 10:49:46 +0530

Australia beat Wales to end a 25-year losing streak at Eden Park.

Indian women bag bronze in Asian Archery

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 09:10:34 +0530

On a day when the top-seeded men's recurve archers flopped, India settled for two bronze medals in the women's recurve and compound sections at the ongoing Asian Archery Championships in Tehran on Friday.

India played with lot of passion: Maninder Singh

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 08:45:13 +0530

The former Indian cricketer and the CNN-IBN cricket expert said India showed the hunger which was missing in England.

Advani eyeing eighth World billiards title

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 06:56:20 +0530

Pankaj Advani, the 26-year-old winner of seven World titles, hopes to add another to his kitty as he sets off for the World professional billiards championship at Leeds, in Britain, beginning on October 24.

IOA rejects revised Sports Bill

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 04:47:01 +0530

A day after the sports ministry came out with a revised Sports Bill, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) on Tuesday rejected the measure, saying the government is trying to strangulate the autonomy of the sports federations and hijack the Olympic movement in India.

Noorani clinches third win in Polo R Cup

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 08:43:59 +0530

Rahil Noorani continued his championship lead in the 2011 JK Tyre Volkswagen Polo R Cup.

Newsmaker of the day: Ajay Maken

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 11:42:28 +0530

The Indian Sports Minister is hoping to get the revised sports bill a thumbs from all quarters.

Indian wushu team wins four medals in World C'ship

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 08:33:29 +0530

The Indian Wushu team reaped rich dividends at the 11th World Wushu Championship, winning four medals, including two silvers and two bronze at Ankara, Turkey from October 7 to 15.

100-year-old marathoner Fauja finishes race

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 05:17:05 +0530

A 100-year-old runner became the oldest person to complete a full-distance marathon when he finished the race in Toronto on Sunday.

Cricketers exempted from some WADA rules

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:01:15 +0530

Bowing to the BCCI's objections, the Sports Ministry on Monday decided to exempt cricketers from some World Anti-Doping Agency rules, including the contentious 'whereabouts clause', in the revised National Sports Development Bill.

Wheldon killed in massive IndyCar crash

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 08:39:00 +0530

Race car drivers always know the worst can happen whenever they get behind the wheel. On Sunday, it happened to one of IndyCar's biggest and most popular stars.

Maken hopeful BCCI accepts new sports bill

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 07:13:36 +0530

Sports Minister Ajay Maken is hoping that the BCCI would have no objection to the new draft of National Sports development Bill, which could not be passed earlier in the Cabinet after some of the ministers objected to it.

All Blacks to face France in Rugby WC final

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 03:48:10 +0530

New Zealand will face France in the Rugby World Cup final after beating archrival Australia 20-6 in a semifinal on Sunday, drawing a giant step closer to ending a 24-year quest for its second title.

India finish Commonwealth Weightlifting on high note

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 08:37:10 +0530

Indian lifters signed off their campaign in the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships on a high note by adding as many as nine more gold medals on the fifth and final day of the event in Cape Town.

Poonia wins gold, qualifies for Olympics

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 12:11:41 +0530

Commonwealth Games gold-medallist Krishna Poonia qualified for next year's London Olympics after clinching a gold medal in the women's discus thrower event of the Fling Throw Meet in Portland, USA.

'Eng a different side when the ball turns'

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 09:39:07 +0530

Harsha Bhogle talks about India's victory against England in the first ODI at Hyderabad.

IPL Kochi riddle unresolved until now

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 09:57:38 +0530

Though schedule of the next IPL season has been decided, the fate of Kochi players remains in the lurch.

Harsha Bhogle on new 9-team IPL formula

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 09:55:55 +0530

The IPL Governing Council, in its meeting on Friday, gave a green signal to the nine-team format for IPL-5.

Commonwealth Weightlifting: more gold for India

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 09:13:37 +0530

Indian lifters added six more gold on the fourth day of the Commonwealth (Senior, Junior and Youth) Weightlifting Championships in Cape Town, South Africa, on Friday to swell their medal tally to 95.

'Village boy' bags gold in Commonwealth Weightlifting

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 07:35:04 +0530

Teenager Achyutananda Sahoo, who hails from a remote village of Orissa, defied poverty to clinch gold in the Youth Commonwealth Weightlifting Championship in Cape Town, South Africa.

Nine more kabaddi players fail dope tests

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 10:18:10 +0530

Nine more kabaddi players were caught for using banned steroids on Thursday, taking the total number of dope-flunked players who were tested early this month during the selection trials of the World Cup to 19.

Exclusive: Kumble on conflict of interest row

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 08:28:58 +0530

Legendary Indian spinner Anil Kumble says it is a planted story by those around him with vested interests.

India add 56 medals in Commonwealth Weightlifting

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 06:01:03 +0530

India added a whopping 56 medals, including 17 gold, on the third day of the Commonwealth (Youth, Junior and Senior) Weightlifting Championships in Cape Town, South Africa to swell their medal tally to 89 on Thursday.