India in England: Mahendra Singh Dhoni Three Defeats Away From Equalling Br...
New Delhi: Mahendra Singh Dhoni might have forged a formidable coach-captain combination with Stephen Fleming for Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League but the India captain is on the verge of equalling an ignominious record in possession of the former Black Caps skipper – that of... read more »
Kapil to head Arjuna Awards selection committee
Former India cricket captain Kapil Dev will head the Arjuna Awards selection committee for choosing this year’s outstanding sportspersons of the country while former hockey skipper Ajitpal Singh is likely to be in charge of selecting the Dronacharya awardees. “Yes, Kapil Dev will be heading the... read more »
Xavi retires from national team
Xavi Hernandez, Spain’s leading playmaker in its run of three major titles, has retired from international duty after a disappointing World Cup. “I have taken the decision to leave the selection,” the 34-year-old Xavi said. “I think my time has ended.” Xavi was the key component of... read more »
Rousing welcome for silver-winning Indian hockey team
With a Commonwealth Games silver medal proudly hanging on their necks, the Indian men’s hockey team returned home to a rousing welcome by Hockey India (HI), Indian Olympic Association (IOA), fans and friends at the Indira Gandhi International airport in New Delhi on Tuesday. The team showed... read more »
