Saturday, 05 Oct, 2024

Sports

India beat Bangladesh to win SAFF U-17 title

Bangladesh ended their campaign in the SAFF U-17 Championship 2024 as runners-up after losing to India by 0-2 goals in the final match at the Changlimithang Stadium, Thimphu on Monday. After a barren first half, India’s Mohammed Kaif broke the deadlock with a header off a cross

NBA legend Mutombo dies from brain cancer aged 58

NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo has died from brain cancer at the age of 58. The eight-time NBA All-Star, who retired in 2009, spent 18 years playing in the league for the Denver Nuggets, Atlanta Hawks, Philadelphia 76ers, New Jersey Nets, New York Knicks and Houston Rockets.

Jadeja becomes 7th Indian cricketer to take 300 Test wickets

Ravindra Jadeja on Monday became the seventh Indian cricketer to take 300 Test wickets when he dismissed Khaled Mahmud in the second Test against Bangladesh in Kanpur. Jadeja had Mahmud caught and bowled to bring an end to Bangladesh's first innings on day four. Bangladesh were

Bangladesh all out for 233 in 2nd Test against India

Bangladesh was bowled out for 233 runs in the second Test of their two-match series against India at Green Park Stadium in Kanpur on Monday (Sept 30).  Mominul Haque was the standout performer for Bangladesh, scoring an unbeaten 107 runs.  However, he received little

Mominul's ton helps Bangladesh reach 205-6 at lunch

Mominul Haque scored his 13th Test century as Bangladesh reached 205-6 at lunch on Day 4 of the second and final Test against India, following two rain-affected days at Green Park in Kanpur. Mominul, unbeaten on 102, was joined by Mehidy Hasan Miraz on 6 as the teams headed into the

Rain-hit India-Bangladesh Test resumes on day 4

The weather-hit second Test between India and Bangladesh resumed on Monday's fourth day after rain and a soggy outfield washed out Saturday and Sunday's play. Bangladesh were 107-3 in their first innings when the fourth day began under clear skies in Kanpur with Mominul Haque

Ireland record maiden T20 win over South Africa

Ross Adair hit a century as Ireland recorded their first T20 international win over South Africa at the seventh attempt. Having suffered an eight-wicket defeat on Friday, Ireland responded well to win by 10 runs at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi and draw the two-match series.

Australia beat England and rain to win series 3-2

England's bid for a comeback series victory against Australia fell short as the tourists beat the rain in Bristol to win the deciding fifth one-day international. The hosts, having come from 2-0 down to level the series, posted 309 after being put into bat with Ben Duckett scoring

Madrid derby drawn after disruption

Angel Correa scored a dramatic stoppage-time equaliser for Atletico Madrid against city rivals Real Madrid in a derby that was halted for about 20 minutes midway through the second half following crowd issues. Shortly after Eder Militao scored Real's opener in the 64th minute,

Ind vs Ban: Wet outfield delays third day’s play

The second Test between India and Bangladesh has faced significant delays due to adverse weather at the Green Park Stadium, affecting the start of play on the third day today (Sept 29).  Persistent overnight rain left the outfield wet, causing a pause in the action as Bangladesh

South Africa win first Rugby Championship since 2019

South Africa hammered Argentina in Nelspruit to win the Rugby Championship for the first time since 2019. The Springboks scored four first-half tries, with Aphelele Fassi grabbing two before assisting Cheslin Kolbe. Player of the match Pieter-Steph du Toit also claimed the first of

Barcelona's 100% league start ends in loss to Osasuna

Ante Budimir scored twice as Osasuna stunned Barcelona, who fell to their first La Liga defeat of the season. The Croatia striker ghosted in behind the Barca defence to head home Bryan Zaragoza's cross from close range after 18 minutes. Zaragoza increased Osasuna's lead,

Liverpool reclaim top spot as Salah penalty beats Wolves

Mohamed Salah's penalty sent Liverpool back to the top of the Premier League as they beat winless Wolves. The forward's second-half spot kick quickly restored an advantage that had been cancelled out by Rayan Ait-Nouri's leveller after Ibrahima Konate's first Premier

Fifa names 12 US stadiums for 2025 Club World Cup

Fifa has named the 12 stadiums set to host the new-look Club World Cup in the United States next year. The tournament, which will run from 15 June to 13 July 2025, is the first staging of an expanded 32-team competition. Matches will be played across the US, with the final to take

Bangladesh beat Pakistan to confirm SAFF U-17 final

Bangladesh ensured the final of the SAFF U-17 Championship 2024 after beating Pakistan by 8(2)-7(2) goals in the second semifinal at the Changlimithang Stadium, Thimphu on Saturday. The day’s nail-biting semifinal went to sudden death as both sides were locked at 5-5 goals in the

Ind vs Ban: Rain washes out second day of Kanpur Test

The second day of the second Test between India and Bangladesh was on Saturday called off without a ball being bowled due to persistent downpour. The drizzle in the morning turned into heavy rain, not letting the action begin on day two at Green Park Stadium. The groundsmen put the

Impressive England thrash Australia to level ODI series

England showed their firepower with bat and ball as they levelled the one-day international series with a 186-run thrashing of Australia in a rain-shortened match at Lord's. Stand-in captain Harry Brook scored a magnificent 87 from 58 balls, while Ben Duckett also made a

ICC Women’s T20 WC 2024: Full list of 10 nations' squads

Ten teams will compete for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 in the United Arab Emirates from October 3. Defending champions Australia will play their first ICC tournament under new captain Alyssa Healy, while Heather Knight will continue to lead England as they seek their

Rain delays day two of India-Bangladesh Test

Heavy rain continued in Kanpur today (Sept 28), disrupting Day 2 of the second and final Test between Bangladesh and India. The weather had already impacted Day 1 significantly, allowing only 35 overs of play as Bangladesh reached 107-3. A BCB official confirmed that both teams had

Bangladesh, Afghanistan likely to play ODI series in November

Bangladesh are highly likely to play a three-match ODI series against Afghanistan in November before their tour of West Indies. BCB president Faruque Ahmed said he feels that the three ODIs will be considered as a preparation for the Champions Trophy in 2025.  "We are