Bhubaneswar: The Kalinga Super Cup reached its pinnacle with an electrifying finale, witnessing East Bengal FC emerge victorious with a hard-fought 3-2 win over the host team, Odisha FC. The thrilling encounter went into extra time, keeping the spectators on the edge of their seats at the Kalinga Stadium on Sunday. Nandha Kumar (51′), Saul…
In a significant development, the ICC Board announced the immediate lifting of the suspension imposed on Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) on Sunday. The suspension, initiated in November, was a response to SLC’s serious breach of its obligations as an ICC member. Specifically, it pertained to the requirement for SLC to autonomously manage its affairs, ensuring…
Bhubaneswar: Celebrated international chess player hailing from Odisha, Padmini Rout, entered a new chapter in her life as she exchanged vows with Jaykishin Mankani from Mumbai in a traditional ceremony held in Bhubaneswar on Sunday. The nuptials were conducted following Vedic traditions at a hotel in Patia, witnessed by close family members and esteemed guests,…
Muscat: The Indian men’s hockey team commenced their FIH Hockey 5s Men’s World Cup Oman 2024 journey with an impressive 9-1 win against Switzerland but faced a tough 6-8 defeat against Egypt in the Pool B encounters on Sunday. In the opening match against Switzerland, both teams exhibited aggressive play, with India’s Mohammed Raheel (6′)…
New Delhi: Indian Olympian Divyansh Singh Panwar showcased exceptional rifle shooting skills, clinching a gold medal and setting a new world record in the men’s 10m air rifle final at the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup in Cairo, Egypt. The 21-year-old prodigy achieved a remarkable score of 253.7 at the Egypt International Olympic…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister of Odisha, Naveen Patnaik, graced the Kalinga Super Cup 2024 Final between Odisha FC and East Bengal FC at the Kalinga Stadium today. He extended his best wishes to the teams during the lineup ahead of their crucial match. Expressing his joy at the successful hosting of the Kalinga Super Cup 2024,…
Melbourne: Italy’s Jannik Sinner delivered a stunning comeback, reminiscent of Rafael Nadal’s 2022 heroics in Melbourne, as he triumphed over Daniil Medvedev to secure his maiden Grand Slam trophy at the 2024 Australian Open on Sunday. In an epic battle, the 22-year-old fought back from a two-sets-to-love deficit, claiming a remarkable 3-6, 3-6, 6-4, 6-4,…
Pune: The inaugural round of the Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL) kicked off at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex on Sunday, transforming the Balewadi Stadium into a battleground for off-road daredevils. The venue, adorned with dirt tracks, resonated with the roar of 450cc engines and the distinctive scent of gasoline. Supercross, a captivating variant…
Hyderabad: Debutant left-arm spinner Tom Hartley overcame a lackluster first innings to claim a sensational 7-62, propelling England to an unexpected and historic 28-run triumph over India in the Test series opener at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Sunday. England, after conceding a 190-run lead, posted 420 in their second innings, thanks to Ollie…
Cape Town: The Indian men’s hockey team concluded their South Africa tour on Sunday with a 1-5 defeat against the top-ranked Netherlands. Abhishek (39′) scored the sole goal for India, while Jip Janssen (10′, 28′), Duco Telgenkamp (16′), Tjep Hoedemakers (21′), and Koen Bijen (35′) found the net for the Dutch side. The match kicked…
