Bhubaneswar: The Kalinga Super Cup 2025 kicked off in spectacular fashion at the iconic Kalinga Stadium on Sunday, drawing thousands of football fans from across the country for the much-anticipated opening match. The inaugural clash between two football giants—East Bengal FC and Kerala Blasters FC—set the tone for the tournament, with Kerala Blasters FC clinching…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha FC have announced their squad for the upcoming Kalinga Super Cup 2025, just a day before they take on Punjab FC in their opening encounter at the Kalinga Stadium on Monday. With their eyes set on reclaiming the title, the Kalinga Warriors are ready to make a strong comeback in their favourite tournament….
Islamabad: The Chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the country’s Interior Minister, Mohsin Naqvi has made it clear that Pakistan’s women’s cricket team will not travel to India for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup to be held later in the year. The statement comes after Pakistan secured its position in the ICC Women’s…
Bhubaneswar: Football fever is set to grip Odisha as the Kalinga Super Cup 2025 kicks off at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on April 20, promising fans a fortnight of electrifying action. The grand finale is slated for May 3. With football enthusiasts across the state buzzing with excitement, Director of Sports and Youth Services,…
New Delhi: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced Fairgrounds in Pomona, a temporary stadium in Southern California, as the venue for cricket at the Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028 The Fairgrounds in Pomona, officially known as Fairplex, is a near-500-acre event complex that has hosted the Los Angeles County Fair since 1922. The cricket…
New Delhi: Hockey India on Monday unveiled the 26-member squad for the Indian Women’s Hockey Team’s upcoming tour of Australia, set to be held from April 26 to May 4, 2025, at the Perth Hockey Stadium. The high-stakes tour comprises five matches — the first two against Australia A, followed by three encounters against the…
Bhubaneswar: As part of the ongoing Odia Pakhya celebrations, the Sports and Youth Services Department of Odisha today organised the vibrant “Aitihya Ganadouda” marathon in Bhubaneswar, blending heritage with fitness and community spirit. The event began at the historic Khandagiri and concluded at Kalinga Studio Square, drawing hundreds of enthusiastic participants, including youth, cultural lovers,…
Miami: Jakub Mensik overcame rain and an opponent chasing history when he stunned six-time champion Novak Djokovic 7-6(4), 7-6(4) for the Miami Open trophy. The 19-year-old Czech player stopped Djokovic from claiming the 100th tour-level title of his career to become the second-youngest titlist in tournament history behind Carlos Alcaraz, who lifted the trophy in 2022…
Costa Navarino, Greece: Zimbabwe’s Kirsty Coventry has made history by becoming the 10th President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the first female President in its history. Coventry was elected in the first round of voting at the 144th IOC Session held in Costa Navarino, Greece, on Thursday. Coventry secured victory over a field…
New Delhi: In a significant policy shift, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has lifted the ban on using saliva to shine the ball in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. The decision, which marks a return to pre-pandemic cricketing practices, was taken following a meeting with team captains and managers…
