When Sania Mirza Made the Year 2015 Her Own
New Delhi, Dec 26 (IANS) Sania Mirza personified Indian tennis in 2015 with a stupendous rise that catapulted her to the tip of the women’s doubles rankings and also become the maiden countrywoman to win…
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Djokovic, Federer in Race to Be First $100m Man
Paris, Dec 26 (AFP) Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer are poised to become the first USD 100 million men in tennis in 2016, in a gripping sub-plot to the new Grand Slam season. No player…
Ronaldinho Considering US Move
Rio De Janeiro, Dec 26 (IANS) Ronaldinho has raised the prospect of continuing his career in the US and expects a decision on his future to be made within weeks. Ronaldinho is a free agent…
‘Azhar, Hafeez May Face Disciplinary Action for Opposing Amir’s Return’
Lahore, Dec 25 (IANS) Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Shaharyar Khan said on Friday that opener Mohammad Hafeez and One-Day International (ODI) captain Azhar Ali may face disciplinary action after the duo boycotted a fitness…
Azhar, Hafeez ‘Boycott’ Pakistan Training Camp over Amir’s Inclusion
Lahore, Dec 24 (IANS) Pakistan’s One-Day International (ODI) captain Azhar Ali and opener Mohammad Hafeez boycotted a fitness training camp on Thursday that also included spot-fixing tainted pacer, Mohammad Amir. Amir’s bid to make a…
2015 An Unsatisfactory Year for Indian Cricket
Mumbai, Dec 24 (IANS) Indian cricket went through another disheartening year both on and off the field, starting with the national side failing to defend its World Cup title to Indian Premier League (IPL) sides…
Kirmani to get CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award
Mumbai, Dec 24 (IANS) Former Indian wicket-keeper Syed Kirmani was on Thursday nominated for the Col. C.K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award for 2015. The award committee — consisting of BCCI President Shashank Manohar, BCCI secretary…
NHL Player Jaromir Jagr’s Teeth Knocked Out, Asks Santa for Replacements!
Washington, Dec 24 (IANS) Top ice hockey player Jaromir Jagr asked Santa Claus for new teeth in his Christmas wish after the 43-year-old Florida Panthers veteran lost several teeth after taking a high stick to…
Maradona’s Son Says Last Name Not a Burden, Looking to Play in Uruguay
Montevideo, Dec 24 (IANS) A son of football legend Diego Maradona has said he does not feel burdened by his famous father’s last name and was looking to strike a deal to play for a…
Andhra Pradesh to Host 2019 National Games
Hyderabad, Dec 23 (PTI) National Games in 2019 would be held in Andhra Pradesh, Sports Authority of Andhra Pradesh (SAAP) Chairman P R Mohan said today. The Indian Olympic Association, at its meeting held in…
Nadal Reveals He Felt Anxiety on Court in 2015
Madrid, Dec 23 (IANS) Spanish tennis star Rafael Nadal has said 2015 was “the only year” in his life when he felt anxious while playing, an unpleasant feeling that prevented him from thinking straight while…
Australia Vulnerable, India Have Good Chance: Laxman
New Delhi, Dec 23 (IANS) Indian batting legend V.V.S. Laxman believes India have a very good chance of doing well in the limited-over series in Australia in January as the home team appears vulnerable. “This…
Woods Still Harbours Dream Of Winning Majors
New York, Dec 23 (IANS) American golf icon Tiger Woods says despite a physically draining year he is still dreaming of adding to his haul of 14 Major titles. Former World No.1 Woods struggled throughout…
Kapil Compares ‘Crowd Puller’ Yuvraj to Mcenroe, Maradona
New Delhi, Dec 23 (IANS) India’s first World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev expressed delight on Wednesday at Yuvraj Singh’s inclusion in the Twenty20 squad, adding that the swashbuckling left-hander has the ability to draw people…
Ronaldo Shows His Home in Madrid, Wishes Fans Merry Christmas
Madrid, Dec 23 (IANS) Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo wished fans a Merry Christmas via a video posted on the internet showing his house in Madrid. Curious to see my house in Madrid? Take a…
Australia’s Golden Boy Steve Smith Named ICC’s Cricketer Of the Year
Dubai, Dec 23 (IANS) Australian captain Steve Smith was named 2015’s “Cricketer of the Year” by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday. He became the fourth Australia player and 11th player overall to win…
East Bengal Give Lifetime Memberships to SRK, Kajol
Mumbai: Actors Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol during Sansui Colors Stardust Awards in Mumbai on Dec 21, 2015. (Photo: IANS) Kolkata, Dec 22 (IANS) Kolkata football giants East Bengal on Tuesday gave lifetime memberships to…
Schumacher Can Walk, Claims Magazine; Manager Denies
Berlin, Dec 22 (IANS) Bed-ridden Formula One legend Michael Schumacher is now able to take “tentative” steps with the aid of a carer and has regained slight movement in one arm, according to German magazine…
Disabled Kerala Swimmer E.D.Baburaj Creates Record
Alappuzha (Kerala) Dec 22 (IANS) A 50-year-old disabled Keralite has swum his way into the URF Asian Records. With 40 percent disability, E.D.Baburaj, on August 18, swam 10 km at the widest part of the…
New Zealand Captain Brendon Mccullum to Retire in February
Christchurch, Dec 22 (IANS) New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum will retire from all international cricket in February after a Test series against Australia. McCullum revealed his plans at a press conference here on Tuesday and…