Veteran Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his decision to quit the Indian Premier League (IPL), marking the end of a remarkable chapter in his cricketing journey. Ashwin, who began his IPL career in 2009 with Chennai Super Kings, went on to represent multiple franchises...

Former India opener Virender Sehwag has backed Suryakumar Yadav’s fearless captaincy as a key factor in India’s chances of winning the upcoming Asia Cup 2025. Speaking to the media, Sehwag said that Suryakumar’s natural attacking instinct and ability to take bold decisions make...

Hockey India has unveiled a 20-member Indian women’s hockey squad for the Asia Cup 2025, scheduled from 5 to 14 September in Hangzhou, China. Salima Tete will continue as captain, leading a well-balanced unit comprising both seasoned performers and promising newcomers. The goalkeeping...

India women’s left-arm spinner Gouher Sultana has announced her retirement from all forms of cricket, ending a career that spanned nearly two decades. Debuting in 2008, the Hyderabad cricketer represented India in 50 ODIs, taking 66 wickets at an average of 19.39, and in 37 T20Is,...

Argentina’s Lionel Messi and his World Cup-winning national team are officially set to play a FIFA-sanctioned friendly in Kerala between November 10 and 18, 2025, with Kochi likely earmarked as the venue. The Argentine Football Association has confirmed that Argentina will stage matches...