Chamari Athapaththu wins the ICC Women’s ODI Cricketer of the Year for 2023

Colombo: Chamari Athapaththu, the dynamic Sri Lankan top-order batter, has won the ICC Women’s ODI Cricketer of the Year for 2023. Athapaththu’s exceptional skills and leadership qualities were on full display as she led the Sri Lankan side to historic victories during the year. Commencing the year as captain, Athapaththu steered Sri Lanka to a…

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Aryna Sabalenka Secures Spot in Australian Open Final With Win Over Coco Gauff

Melbourne: Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the Australian Open final after overcoming a formidable challenge from American Coco Gauff in a tense semi-final clash. Sabalenka, the Belarusian second seed, secured a 7-6 (7-2), 6-4 victory against the fourth-seeded Gauff, avenging her loss to the American in last year’s US Open final. The semi-final encounter…

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Indian Boxing Icon Mary Kom Announces Retirement

New Delhi: Six-time World Champion and 2012 Olympic medallist, Mangte Chungneijang Mary Kom, bid farewell to her illustrious boxing career on Wednesday, citing the International Boxing Association’s (IBA) age limit for elite-level competition. The 41-year-old boxing legend acknowledged her continued hunger for competition but expressed regret that age restrictions prevent her from participating. Speaking at…

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Alexander Zverev Makes Grand Slam History with Australian Open Triumph

Melbourne: In a standout performance on Wednesday at the Australian Open 2024, Alexander Zverev scripted a significant chapter in his tennis journey by securing his first Grand Slam victory against a Top 5 opponent. The sixth-seeded German displayed an exceptional level of play as he triumphed over World No. 2 Alcaraz with a commanding score…

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Odisha Men’s and Women’s Hockey Teams Advance to Khelo India Youth Games Semi-Finals

Chennai: In a thrilling showcase of skill and determination, both the Odisha Men’s and Women’s Hockey Teams have secured coveted spots in the Semi-Finals of the 6th Khelo India Youth Games 2023, unfolding in Chennai. The Women’s Team displayed remarkable prowess by securing a 5-1 victory against Jharkhand, followed by a narrow 3-2 win over…

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