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Let a thousand IPLs bloom: How India needs to look at sports
India does have 10 major leagues for sports ranging from football and hockey to kho kho and kabaddi, as well as dozens of smaller leagues, ranging from Andhra Premier League to Zee Maharashtra Kusti Dangal. But given India's vast population and geographic spread, India should have thousands of leagues at all levels for all different sports.
Leaders across Europe express relief mixed with concern about the French election result
European leaders reacted with mixed feelings to the outcome of the French legislative election, which has resulted in a hung parliament and potential political paralysis. The far-right National Rally did not emerge as the strongest party, alleviating some fears among pro-European leaders. However, no political group holds a majority in the National Assembly, leading to concerns about governance.
India vs Pakistan: Will Virat Kohli prove Pakistan's nemesis again?
The stage is set for another chapter in the iconic rivalry between India and Pakistan in world cricket, with Pakistan's bowling unit preparing to face the formidable Virat Kohli, who has been a nemesis for them. Kohli's consistency and success in the T20 World Cup matches have made him a key player in India's victories against Pakistan.
Slovaks and others go to the polls in EU elections under the shadow of an assassination attempt
Voters in Slovakia, Italy, and other European Union nations are casting their ballots for the European Parliament on the third day of elections. In Slovakia, an attempt to assassinate populist Prime Minister Robert Fico on May 15 has reverberated throughout Europe. Analysts believe the attack could boost the chances of the premier's leftist Smer party, the senior partner in the governing coalition, to win the vote.
Why Sharif’s remark on Lahore pact breach is significant for India
Former PM says Pakistan violated the agreement signed by him and ex-PM Vajpayee in 1999, in an apparent reference to the Kargil misadventure by Gen Pervez Musharraf. His remarks come days before the announcement of the Lok Sabha election results
T20 World Cup: Australia's chief selector and coach forced to play, help in warm-up match win
T20 World Cup: In an unusual turn during Australia's first T20 World Cup warm-up match on Tuesday, the team fielded only nine players against Namibia, requiring the chief selector and coach to step in. The match, held at Trinidad’s Queen’s Park Oval, saw Australia easily win by seven wickets. Namibia was restricted to 119-9, and Australia, led by David Warner’s unbeaten 54, chased the target with 123-3 in 10 overs.
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"KKR has been the all-round team," says Anil Kumble ahead of IPL 2024 final
Former India cricketer Anil Kumble praised Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for being the all-round team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. KKR finished the league stage with nine wins, three losses, and two no results, earning a direct spot in the final by defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the qualifier one. Kumble praised skipper Shreyas Iyer for being calm and using his resources well in the T20 tournament. Both Kolkata and Hyderabad have redefined how to play in the powerplay, with SRH demonstrating this consistently.
"It's a different feeling": Bhuvneshwar Kumar on SRH reaching IPL final after three seasons
Sunrisers Hyderabad bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar expressed excitement ahead of the IPL 2024 final against Kolkata Knight Riders at Chepauk Stadium. SRH, after a gap of three seasons, is back in the playoffs.
Babar Azam holds the key to success for unpredictable Pakistan at the T20 World Cup
Pakistan cricket has undergone significant changes in the past 18 months, with Babar Azam returning as captain for the Twenty20 World Cup amidst multiple leadership and selection panel changes. The team's preparation for the tournament has been impacted by various off-field events, including the appointment of a new head coach and experiments with team combinations.
Man City eye history as Arsenal dare to dream on the final day of the Premier League
Manchester City stand on the brink of a historic fourth successive Premier League title, but Arsenal lie in wait hoping for a last-gasp slip from the leaders on Sunday. Pep Guardiola's all-conquering team go into the final day of the season with a two-point lead over second-placed Arsenal thanks to an eight-game winning streak.
RCB vs CSK IPL 2024 match: Bengaluru pitch report, weather, playing XI prediction, head-to-head stats, key players to watch
RCB vs CSK Playing 11: The IPL 2024 match between RCB and CSK at the Chinnaswamy Stadium is crucial for playoffs, determining the final team for IPL 2024 playoffs. Despite intermittent showers predicted, the stadium's excellent drainage system ensures the game could proceed after any rain breaks.
IPL fever boosts bar and pub business amid sweltering heatwave
As the Indian Premier League (IPL) playoffs commence, bars, pubs, and cafes are capitalizing on the surge in fan interest. The ongoing heatwave is driving cricket enthusiasts to seek air-conditioned comfort in these establishments rather than enduring the sweltering stadiums. Businesses are offering live screenings, stadium-like atmospheres, sports menus, cocktails, and team merchandise. Despite alcohol-free dry days during elections in Mumbai and Delhi-Gurgaon, establishments expect strong turnout, emphasizing the social experience.
Man City bids to make history and Jurgen Klopp bids farewell as Premier League heads toward dramatic finale
Manchester City is bidding to make history. Jurgen Klopp is bidding farewell. The English Premier League is heading toward a dramatic and emotional finale on Sunday, with the title race between Man City - seeking an unprecedented fourth straight top-flight championship - and Arsenal going to the wire and taking centre stage on an afternoon when goals and tears usually flow.
Manchester City beats Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 to surpass Arsenal in Premier League title race
Erling Haaland's brace secured a crucial 2-0 victory for Manchester City against Tottenham Hotspur, putting City on the brink of a historic fourth consecutive Premier League title. Haaland opened the scoring early in the second half and sealed the win with a late penalty. The victory ended City's winless streak at Tottenham's new stadium and maintained their lead over Arsenal in the title race. Despite a late scare from Son Heung-min, City's unbeaten run in the league continued, showcasing their mastery in managing a title chase.
Denied tickets, betting sites still vie for seats in poll arena
Offshore betting apps in India allow users to bet on elections using rupees. Criminals use mule accounts for money laundering, evading taxes. Gaming experts noted a smaller scale of betting in the 2019 general elections.
Star India's sports losses widen by 50% to $342 million in H1 FY24
Star India's sports business operating loss reached $342M for six months till March 30, surpassing $228M last fiscal. Walt Disney's revenue hit $504M, with costs at $786M due to IPL cricket programming expenses. Ad revenue doubled to $221M.
IPL 2024: A look at how Hardik Pandya's Mumbai Indians can still qualify for playoffs
Mumbai Indians in IPL 2024 led by Pandya are 9th with 6 points. They need wins in upcoming matches to qualify for playoffs. Recently lost to Kolkata Knight Riders at Wankhede Stadium.
KKR win an away tie against MI after 12 years, all but put hosts out of IPL
Mitchell Starc was the best bowler for KKR with figures of 4 for 33, while Varun Chakravarthy (2/22), Sunil Narine (2/22) and Andre Russell (2/30) picked up two wickets apiece.
Title, relegation and European spots in the balance as Premier League heads for exciting finale
The Premier League title race is down to Arsenal and Manchester City, with Arsenal leading by one point. European qualification spots are almost settled, with Aston Villa likely joining Arsenal, City, and Liverpool in the Champions League. The race for Europa Conference League spots is tight, with Manchester United, Newcastle, and Chelsea vying for sixth and seventh places. The relegation battle involves Nottingham Forest, Luton, and Burnley, with two spots to avoid.
Manchester City keep pressure on Arsenal
Pep Guardiola’s men kept the pressure on leaders Arsenal, pulling to within a point of the Gunners -- who held on to win 3-2 at Tottenham Hotspur earlier in the day -- in the table with a game in hand. Gvardiol got City on the scoreboard when he headed in Kevin De Bruyne’s corner kick in the 32nd minute in a nervous first half that saw Forest miss a couple of terrific chances.
Soccer-Liverpool beat Fulham 3-1 to climb level with Arsenal
Liverpool caught up with Arsenal in the Premier League standings after a win over Fulham. Gravenberch's goal was crucial in the victory. Salah provided a boost coming off the bench. Liverpool faces tough upcoming matches.
Premier League: Red Devils could dent Citizen’s hopes of winning fourth successive title
United’s new minority owner Jim Ratcliffe laid out his plans to return the 20-time English champions to the summit when he completed his acquisition of 27% of the club’s shares this month, including re-establishing the pecking order in the city. With 15 points separating secondplaced City to sixth-placed United, that ambition might take a while to come to fruition.
Manchester United vs Aston Villa Premier League: Live streaming, when and how to watch Man Utd match
Manchester United versus Aston Villa Premier League soccer match on Sunday will be live telecast in the US.
Liverpool vs Arsenal Premier League live streaming, prediction, kick-off time: All you need to know
Liverpool vs Arsenal Premier League match will be played on Sunday morning. Soccer fans in the US can avail the live streaming of football match.
Indian Street Premier league co-owners bid a record Rs 1,165 cr for six city teams
The winning bids included Rs 225 crore from Venkat K Narayana’s KVN Enterprises LLP for Hrithik Roshan’s Team Bangalore; Rs 205.6 crore from Neeti Agrawal’s PATH India Ltd. for Amitabh Bachchan’s Team Mumbai; Rs 200 crore from Irfan Razack’s INR Holdings for Ram Charan’s Team Hyderabad; Rs 163.6 crore from Rajdipkumar Gupta and Sandipkumar Gupta for Suriya’s Team Chennai; and Rs 120 crore from Aksha Kamboj’s Aspect Global Ventures Pvt. Ltd. for Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor’s Team Kolkata.
IOA appoints Raghuram Iyer as its CEO
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has appointed Raghuram Iyer as its CEO, a year after the appointment was due. The IOA said Iyer was chosen after a "meticulous selection process" by the nomination committee. The CEO will be an ex-officio member of the Executive Council without voting rights, and will not be an elected member but a salaried official. Iyer had previously served as CEO of IPL sides Rajasthan Royals and Rising Pune Supergiants.
Premier League fixtures: Full list of games during Christmas eve, Boxing Day, New Year
Premier League Boxing Day games are keenly watched around the world as big teams are looking to maintain grip.
Mobile Premier League net loss narrows to $37 million in FY23 as revenue grows, expenses fall
MPL's revenue from operations increased to $104.63 million in FY23, compared to $64.20 million in FY22, at a group level. Expenses also fell as it exited the merchandise business during the year under review.
We didn't get what we want, so don't ask about results in Asian Cup: Stimac
Igor Stimac, India's head coach, raised concerns over the Asian Cup, deeming it unimportant due to a lack of national camp. With the ISL's schedule hampering player release, he anticipates only ten days of training ahead of the event. Stressing on World Cup qualifiers, Stimac emphasized limited prep time, stating, "Stop talking about the Asian Cup." His remarks on prioritizing home games in the qualifiers and criticisms about logistical disparities may further strain relations with the AIFF.
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