San Francisco Unicorns captain Matt Short drives a delivery down the ground during the match between The San Francisco Unicorns and the Washington Freedom at the Oakland Coliseum, Oakland, California, United States of America (USA). (Photo/sportzpics) Washington Freedom held their nerve in the last few overs to beat San Francisco Unicorns by seven runs in…
Virat Kohli and head coach Gautam Gambhir, India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has dismissed speculation of a rift between Virat Kohli and head coach Gautam Gambhir, saying the two are in regular communication and that there is no issue in their working relationship.Rumours about Kohli and Gambhir’s equation gained momentum on social media after visuals…
FIFA unveils historic World Cup championship rings (Image: X) For the first time in the 96-year history of the FIFA World Cup, the champions will be awarded exclusive FIFA World Cup Championship Rings, adding a new symbol of glory alongside the iconic trophy. The rings will make their debut after the FIFA World Cup 2026…
Jude Bellingham urges England fans to stay united (Image: X England and Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has broken his silence following England’s heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal, urging supporters to remain united despite the disappointment. Bellingham enjoyed an outstanding World Cup campaign, finishing as England’s top scorer…
India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak backed Rohit Sharma despite the opener’s poor returns in the ongoing ODI series against England, saying there is no pressure on a player of his stature and that he could produce a different innings in the series decider at Lord’s.Rohit’s struggles were visible in the second ODI in Cardiff on…
Wanting something and actually working towards it are two very different states, and most people spend far longer in the first than the second. Arnold Schwarzenegger put the gap plainly. “Just remember, you can’t climb the ladder of success with your hands in your pockets,” he said. The image does the work by itself. Climbing…
Lionel Messi has hit back at critics questioning Argentina’s run to the FIFA World Cup final, insisting the defending champions have earned everything through their performances and not because of favourable officiating or outside influence.Argentina came from 1-0 down after the 85th minute to beat England 2-1 in Wednesday’s semifinal and book a place in…
Sitanshu Kotak backs Rohit Sharma, explains India’s batting collapse India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak speaks after India’s defeat, backing Rohit Sharma despite his low score. Kotak explains the batting collapse, Washington Sundar’s injury, Virat Kohli’s communication with the coaching staff, the challenging two-paced pitch, and how Team India is adapting to overseas conditions ahead of…
Joe Root overtakes Virat Kohli (Image: X) Joe Root produced another chasing masterclass to guide England to a four-wicket victory over India in the second ODI at Cardiff, finishing unbeaten on 99 and helping the hosts level the three-match series 1-1. And goes ahead of Virat Kohli in average while chasing. Walking in on the…
Rohit Sharma walks back after getting out in the second ODI TimesofIndia.com in Cardiff: Rohit Sharma has mustered just 37 runs from two ODIs against England in Birmingham and Cardiff. A 21-ball 11 at Edgbaston was followed by a 47-ball 26 at Sophia Gardens here on Thursday. For someone who once blitzed through attacks at…