Magnus Carlsen ruled out chances of facing India’s D Gukesh or playing against other opponents in World Chess Championship title clashes. After winning five times since 2013, Carlsen did not choose to defend his title last year. It was only after his withdrawal that Ding Liren was picked to face Russia’s Ian Nepomniachtchi in the …
Few debates in Indian cricket stir as much fervour as the comparison between Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. These two captains have not only led India to crucial victories but have also epitomised contrasting leadership styles, dividing opinion among fans and pundits alike. Kohli, the embodiment of aggression and intensity, revolutionised the way India played …
Real Madrid midfielder Fede Valverde has described the reigning champions' current predicament as "unfamiliar" as they prepare for tonight's critical Champions League group stage encounter against Atalanta. The Spanish giants find themselves in an uncharacteristic 24th place in the standings, adding urgency to their clash at La Dea.Valverde acknowledged the challenges posed by their position …
Liverpool boss Arne Slot has said that goalkeeper Alisson is fit and available for their upcoming UEFA Champions League clash against Girona on Tuesday, December 10. Alisson has been out of action since early October due to a hamstring injury, but it hasn't affected the performance of the Reds on the field. Liverpool is at …
The stage is set for an electrifying finale as defending champions Bangladesh take on the most successful team in ACC U-19 Asia Cup history, India, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, December 8, in the final of the ACC Men’s U-19 Asia Cup 2024.India bounced back emphatically after losing their opening match to …
Australia were hammered by 295 runs in the series opener in Perth, but the hosts seem to have backed their players for the second one, a pink-ball Test, starting December 6 in Adelaide. Barring one forced change, Australia have stuck to the line-up that featured in Perth. On the other hand, India are set for …
Edoardo Bove collapsed to the ground during a Serie A match© AFP Fiorentina's match with Inter Milan was suspended on Sunday after midfielder Edoardo Bove suddenly collapsed to the ground, Serie A confirmed to AFP. Bove was rushed away in an ambulance as players and fans looked on in horror following his sudden fall with …
Top Indian shuttlers PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen cruised to the women's and men's singles finals with dominating victories at the Syed Modi International Super 300 tournament Saturday. Top seed Sindhu outclassed the 17-year-old compatriot Unnati Hooda 21-12 21-9 in just 36 minutes in the semifinal, while Lakshya outclassed Japan's Shogo Ogawa 21-8 …
Representational Image.© AFP Two Lille fans were stabbed during an attack carried out by dozens of Bologna supporters before the two teams' Champions League fixture, the French Ligue 1 club said on Wednesday. In a statement, Lille said the two fans "received medical treatment" after the attack outside a bar in the northern …
India’s 17-year-old chess prodigy, D Gukesh, is set to make history as he takes on reigning champion Ding Liren of China in the World Chess Championship from November 25 to December 12 in Singapore. This marks the first championship in history without any major American or European involvement, making it a monumental occasion for Asian …
